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Home My WebLink About20211214.tiffUSE BY SPECIAL REVIEW (USR) APPLICATION ROR PLANNING DEPARTMENT USE. DATE RECEIVED: AMOUNT S _.CASE # ASSIGNED: TION RECEIVED BY PLANNER ASSIGNED. APPLICATION _ - - PROPERTY INFORMATION Is the properly currently in violation? No / Yes Violation Case Number: 2 Parcel u m be r 1 5.._..� 7 .�..- 13285 Weld County Road 42 Site Address: 0 0 _ 0 0 0 1 0 erminealimi SW4 20 4 66 (4R2D) Legal Description: 20 4 66 Section: ! Township _ N, Range 6 W Zoning District Age _:. 'thin subdivisi on or townsite? Noo iflveName: I/► Water (well permit # or water district tap #): Sewer (On -site wastewater treatment system permit # or sewer account #): Floodplain el No ! `Yes Geological Hazard O No / Yes Airport Overlay No /DYes 35.01 Acreage: PROJECT Medium -Scale Solar Facility USR Use being applied for: Glicrest un Name of proposed business: PROPERTY OWNER(S) (Attach additional sheets if necessary.) Name: Wetco Farms Inc., a Colorado corporation Company: Phone #: (970) 371-0799 Email: sales@wetrucks.com Street Address: 2055 1st Avenue City/State/Zip Code: Greeley/CO/80631 Form must be included if there 1s an Authorized Agent) APPLICANT/AUTHORIZED AGENT (Authorization Name: Richard L. Miller, AICP ompan _ un5hare. LLC Phone #: Street Address: (303) 809-2128 Email: rmiliereprysuns are.corn 1724 Gilpin Street City/State/Zip Code: I of perjury that all statements, proposals, andior psubmitted with or (We) hereby depose and state under penalties p J �'All tee owners �# the property must contained within the application are true and correct to the kit of my (our) knowledge_ sign this applicationif an Authorized Agent with signs. an Authorization Form signed by all fee owners must be included . the application. If the fee owner is a corporation, evidence must be included indicating the signatory has the legal authority to sign for the corpora Signature Denver/CO/80218 Print Date Signature Print // ZUre,,/ Date DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND BUILDING DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND ENVIRONNMENT T 1555 NORTH 171H AVENUE GREELEY, Co 60631 AUTHORIZATION FORM FOR BUILDING, PLANNING AND HEALTH DEPARTMENT PERMITS AND SERVICES 1 (We). Wetco Farms Inc., a Colorado corporation (Owner — please print) SunShare, LLC Richard L. Miller, ALCP , give permission to se (Applicant/Agent -, please print) to apply for any Planning, Building or Health Department permits or services on our behalf, for the property located at: 13285 Weld County Road 42 20 4 66 Legal Description: _ of Section , Township N, Range W N/A Subdivision Name: Lot Property Owners Information (970) 371-0799 Phone: l Em il: Applicant/Agent Contact Information. (303) 809-2128 Phone. E -Mail: sales@wetrucks.com rrniIier©rnysere.com Email correspondence to be sent to: Owner,_ Applicant/Agent Both Postal service correspondence to be sent to: (choose only one) OwnerA__Epplicant/Agent USR application for a Medium -Scale Solar Facility Additional Info: Owner Signature: Owner Signature: Date. _ies a_Cal // Date: USED MUCK AND MAILER SALES EQUIPMENT de TRUCK, INC. 2055 1st AVENUE (970) 353-6682 GREELEY, CO 80631 Providing Our Customers With Quality Used Trucks and Equipment since 1963 December 4, 2020 To: County Commissioners Western Equipment & Truck, Inc., owns a farm located at CR42 and Highway 60 in Gilcrest. It is approximately 140 acres. The water from the farm has been sold to CWCWD and the sprinkler has been removed. About 10 years ago GASP and the State of Colorado shut down the wells, as a result, there was not enough water to adequately farm the land. We tried to dry land farm the land for about five years and never got a profitable crop off the farm. We contacted the Town of Gilcrest regarding the possibility of developing the land for houses or retail. It was their opinion that it would be cost prohibitive to provide sewer and water to the property for a development. We have tried to find a use for the property. The only feasible option is to is to develop a solar farm. Thank you for your consideration. Craig Sparrow t40 Wester Equipment & Truck Inc. USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW (USR) PLANNING QUESTIONNAIRE SunShare— GilcrestSun Project Answer the following questions per Section 23-2-260. A, B, C & E of the Weld County Code. Please type on a separate sheet. If a question does not pertain to your proposal, please respond with an explanation — do not leave questions blank. Explain the proposed use and business name. Response: This USR application is for a proposed Medium -Scale Solar Facility that is 1.800 MW "AC). The inter -connecting 1247 kV line is within the existing utility easement owned by , cel Energy on the north side of Weld County Road 42. The proposed solar facility will connect to the Gilcrest Substation owned by Xcel Energy, approximately 2.1 miles northeast of the subject property. The business name of the proposed solar facility will be the tt ilcrest.Sun LLC". 2. Explain the need for the proposed use. Response: In 2010, the Colorado State Legislature passed the landmark Community Solar Facility Act that established a new market in the solar industry, providing Xcel Energy customers with additional energy choices. Community Solar Facilities are field installations of solar panels connected directly to Xcel Energy's distribution grid. Residents, businesses, and governmental customers can opt to use the solar energy from those panels to offset their electricity bill instead of installing panels on their property. it works much the same way as putting a rooftop solar system on a house. This provides a viable alternative for those who would like to use solar power, but cannot install a rooftop system. 3. Describe the current and previous use of the land. Response: The land has historically been used for agricultural purposes. The water from the subject property was sold to Central Weld County Water District (CWCWD) and the sprinkler has been removed. Approximately ten (10) years ago, the Groundwater Appropriators of the South Platte River Basin (GASP) and the state of Colorado shut down wells on the property, as a result, there was not sufficient water to adequately farm the land. The owner tried to dry land farm the land for approximately five (5) years and never got a profitable crop from the land (please see accompanying letter from Craig Sparrow dated December 4, 2020). 4. Describe the proximity of the proposed use to residences. Response: There is an existing farmhouse located on the west side of State Highway 60, approximately 600 feet west of the proposed facility. The next closest residences are south of the proposed facility. The project is also set back from County Road 42 by approximately 150'. sun►share will install a decorative wood fence for screening along the southern border of the proposed project. There is another farmhouse approximately 1,200 feet north of the proposed facility. To help minimize the visual impact to the residence to the west, there is a Sod foot setback between the proposed solar facility and Highway 60 to the west. 5. Describe the surrounding land uses of the site and how the proposed use is compatible with them. Response: To the immediate north is additional land owned by WETCO Farms, Inc. To the north of that is a farmhouse on a 166 -acre parcel with farming uses and oil and several oil and gas facilities. To the immediate east is additional land owned by WETCO Farms, Inc. There is also an irrigation ditch owned by Farmers Independent Ditch Company, on the WETCO Farms Inc property. To the east of that is a 11 =acre parcel used for agricultural and oil and gas purposes. On the south side of Weld County Road 42, there are three (3) farmhouses with associated agricultural uses and several oil and gas facilities1 To the west of the subject property, on the west side of State Highway 60 (Weld County Road 27) is a 154 -acre parcel with a farmhouse and agricultural buildings. A 500 foot setback has been reserved between the proposed solar facility and Highway 60 and the residence to the west. The proposed community solar facility is very compatible with the surrounding uses.. The proposed use has no odors or noise, and once the construction phase is completed, there will be very limited traffic associated with the use. The panels are coated with an anti - reflective technology to enhance their ability to capture sunlight, while minimizing reflective glare. The site will not require grading which will help minimize any negative drainage impacts to surrounding properties. Any areas that are disturbed during the construction phase will be re -seeded with native grasses and wildflowers. Once the useful life of the facility is reached, the panels, racking, cables, and other equipment will be removed and the site returned to the condition it was in prior to the solar facility being built. 6. Describe the hours and days of operation (i.e. Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). 2 Response: The proposed power plant will continuously operate 2417, but only producing power during daylight hours. 7. Describe the number of employees including full-time, part-time and contractors. If shift work is proposed, detail numbers of employees, schedule and duration of shifts. Response: During the construction phase, there will be an average of twenty (20) workers on the site. The construction workers will operate on -site Monday through Saturday, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. After the construction phase is completed, the proposed facility will be unmanned and will have routine maintenance performed by service technicians on the site approximately once per quarter and as needed for other service. 8. Describe the maximum number of users, patrons, members, buyers or other visitors that the site will accommodate at any one time. Response: There will be no users, patrons, members, buyers, or other visitors on the site, once it is operational. Since this is an solar electrical generation facility, with safety of the general public as a top priority, SunShare will only allow qualified service/repair personnel within the fenced interior of the proposed solar facility. 9. List the types and maximum numbers of animals to be on the site at any one time (for dairies, livestock confinement operations, kennels, etc.). Response: There will be no animals permitted within the proposed fenced solar area. Animals will be allowed on the balance of the subject property, subject to the Weld County Code and other county regulations regarding farm animals. 10. List the types and number of operating and processing equipment. Response: There will be a total 01 5,472 Canadian Solar modules at this proposed facility. The panels will be 400 -watt bi facial module; meaning both side of the panels will convert sunshine to electrical energy. The proposed facility will incorporate a motorized tracker system where the panels will face east during the morning hours and track the sun throughout the day, facing west during the evening. The panels will be at maximum height of ten feet (0'-0") during the early morning and late afternoon hours. �. List the types, number and uses of the existing and proposed structures. Response: There will be no permanent structures associated with the proposed solar facility. During the construction phase, there will be a steel container (8' X 40'), located on the interior of the site, in the "Temporary Stabilized Staging Area", as identified on 3 Sheet T.100 of the USR plan set. The container will be removed from the site, once the construction phase of the project is completed. 12. Describe the size of any stockpile, storage or waste areas, Response: During the construction phase, there will be a materials and equipment laydown yard located on the interior of the facility. After the construction phase, there will no longer be equipment or materials stored in this area, however, the dirt/gravel surface will remain. This laydown area will be approximately 50' X 250' (12,500 SF) in size. 13. Describe the method and time schedule of removal or disposal of debris, junk and other waste associated with the proposed use. Response: During the construction phase, waste will be stored in refuse dumpsters, which will be emptied on a regular basis and or as needed. Once the facility is operational, there will be no waste or refuse produced from the solar energy operation. 14. Include a timetable showing the periods of time required for the construction of the operation. Response: Solar Facility Components First Delivery • Perimeter Fence installation • Solar Panel Foundation Installation • Racking, Trenching, Wiring • Solar Panel Installation inspection & Set Meters System Testing & Commissioning Day 1 Day 1 to Day 11 Days to Day 30 Day 10 to Day 40 Day 20 to Day 35 Day 40 to Day 50 Day 50 to Day 60 During the construction phase, there will be an average of twenty (20) construction workers on the site. Work will be done six (6) days per week, Monday through Saturday, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. 15. Describe the proposed and existing lot surface and the square footage of each type (i.e. asphalt, gravel, landscaping, dirt, grass, buildings). 4 Response: Following the completion of the construction for each phase, disturbed areas within the limits of construction, such as roadcuts, utility trenches, and other areas where vegetation has been removed, altered, or eliminated, will be reseeded with native grass seed mix. There will be approximately 36,329 square feet of gravel access drive, including the hammerhead turn -around at the western end of the access drive. There will be one concrete equipment and transformer pads, totaling 300 square feet of concrete surface area. 16. How many parking spaces are proposed? How many handicap -accessible parking spaces are proposed? Response: There will be two (2) internal parking spaces for vehicles used while servicing the facility. There will be no ADA parking spaces, as this is not a facility for general public use. 17. Describe the existing and proposed fencing and screening for the site including all parking and outdoor storage areas. Response: The two (2) internal parking spaces will be screened by the solar array. These parking spaces will be located in the "Temporary Stabilized Staging Area", as depicted on Sheet T.1OO in the USR plan set. There will be no outdoor storage associated with this proposed solar facility. 18. Describe the existing and proposed landscaping for the site. Response: The entire parcel has been used for agricultural purposes and is a dirt surface. Once the construction phase is completed, the area within the solar facility fence will be seeded with a native grass seed mixture. As previously mentioned, the closest residence to the proposed facility is a farmhouse located on the west side of State Highway 60, approximately 500 feet west of the proposed facility. To help minimize the visual impact to this residence, there will be a 500' setback from the western boundary of the subject property and the proposed solar facility. SunShare, LLC will install a wooden screen fence along the southern border of the subject property, in the vicinity of the three (3) residences. 19. Describe the reclamation procedures to be employed as stages of the operation are phased out or upon cessation of the Use by Special Review activity. Response: Once the site is no longer used for the proposed solar facility, the panels, racking, cabling, inverters, and all associated equipment will be removed from the site and the site returned to its condition prior to the solar facility being constructed. 5 20. Describe the proposed fire protection measures. Response: The subject property is within the Platteville-Gilcrest Fire District service area. Fire access within the facility will be via a 20' -wide gravel driveway, with a hammerhead turn -around at the end of the drive. Grasses within the solar facility will be mowed as needed, to help prevent the spread of range fires. 21. Explain how this proposal is consistent with the Weld County Comprehensive Plan per Chapter 22 of the Weld County Code. Response: The Weld County Comprehensive Plan (Weld County Code, Chapter 22), addresses "Alternative Energy Resources —Goals and Policies". The proposed use of the subject property as a solar power generation facility is consistent with the goals and policies of this section. Alternative Energy Goal No. I is to "Support and encourage research, development and use of alternative energy sources". This proposed use is for the development and use of alternative energy sources by the citizens and business of Weld County. This facility will provide a clean, renewable energy source for citizens and businesses who are served by Xcel Energy. Alternative Energy Policy 1..5. calls for supporting and developing the use of solar energy. This proposed use is in keeping with this policy. Recommended Strategy AE.1.6.b. proposes "Creating incentives that encourage large-scale commercial solar collections". The proposed project, would be considered a Medium -Scale Solar Facility. Weld County recently reviewed its regulations regarding solar power generation facilities. Strategy AE.1.6. a. of Chapter 22 addresses this and recommends reviewing County regulations to ensure support of all alternative energy resources. 22. Explain how this proposal is consistent with the intent of the zone district in which it is located. (Intent statements can be found at the beginning of each zone district section in Article III of Chapter 23 of the Weld County Code.) Sec. 23-3-10. - Intent. "Agriculture in the COUNTY is considered a valuable resource which must be protected from adverse impacts resulting from uncontrolled and undirected business, industrial and residential land USES. The A (Agricultural) Zone District is established to maintain and promote agriculture as an essential feature of the COUNTY. The A (Agricultural) Zone District is intended to provide areas for the conduct of agricultural activities and activities related to agriculture and agricultural production, and for areas for natural resource extraction and energy development, without the interference of other, incompatible land uses." 6 Response: The subject property is zoned Agricultural (A) and is within a "Non -Urbanizing Drainage Area". Medium -Scale Solar Facilities are permitted as a Use by Special Review in the Agricultural zone district. The Use by Special Review process allows for adequate review by the Planning staff, Planning Commission, and the Board of County Commissioners, to ensure compatibility with surrounding land uses. Additionally, citizens are afforded adequate opportunities to express their concerns in the public hearing setting before any solar facility can be constructed on agriculturally -zoned land. Within the stated intent of the "Agricultural" Zone District is the specific reference to natural resource extraction" and "energy development". This proposed solar power generation plant is totally in compliance with the intent of the "Agricultural" Zone District. Solar facilities allow farmers and ranchers another use fortheir land and a viable stream of income beyond traditional farming and ranching uses. This is of particular value when/where irrigation water is not available, as is the case for this property,/proposed solar facility. 23. Explain how this proposal will be compatible with future development of the surrounding area or adopted master plans of affected municipalities. Response: The subject property is in the Gilcrest planned growth area and was considered for annexation. Larry Lorentzen, Town Administrator for the Town of Gilcrest, indicated that the town would need to provide snow removal and road maintenance if the subject property was annexed. The town did not have the necessary funds in their budget to provide snow removal and road maintenance. Mr. Lorentzen requested that SunShare provide a minimum setback of 400' along the State Highway 60 (Weld County Road 27) frontage, to accommodate any future commercial or retail uses along the frontage. SunShare has provided a 500' setback between the road right-of-way and the proposed solar facility. The comprehensive plan for the Town of Gilcrest is silent on renewable energy development, however they do encourage the development of oil/gas energy as part of their economic future. Weld County also provided three (3) additional Notices of Inquiry for the Towns of Platteville and Milliken, and to the City of Evans. The City of Evans has responded and is not interested in pursuing annexation at this time. Troy Renken, the Town Manager of Platteville responded that the town is not interested in annexation. The Town of Milliken responded and is not interested in pursuing annexation. The proposed solar facility will be compatible with future development of the surrounding area. Much of the surrounding area is now and will probably remain agricultural in nature for the foreseeable future. In addition, oil/gas production will likely continue in the immediate area. Solar development is very compatible with farming and ranching uses and oil,gas development. Renewable projects provide farmers and ranchers a viable alternate use to traditional farming and ranching uses on their land, particularly when/where irrigation water is not available, as is the case for this 7 property/proposed solar facility. Also, since there are no permanent structures being built as part of this proposal, the land will be returned to its agricultural use once the economic viability of the solar facility has ended. 24. Explain how this proposal impacts the protection of the health, safety, and welfare of the inhabitants of the neighborhood and the County. Response: The proposed solar facility will have no negative impacts on the health, safety, or welfare of the inhabitants of the neighborhood or the County. Solar facilities produce no noise, dust, pollution, fumes, or other negative impacts, and in general are a very good neighbor to surrounding property owners. After the construction phase, the traffic is very minimal and limited to site visits for routine repairs and monitoring. There are no lights associated with the proposed facility, therefore, there will be no impact to the night sky or glare on to adjacent properties. Solar facilities, such as the one proposed with this application, produce clean, renewable power, which is an alternative to traditional fossil fuels used to produce energy. 25. Describe any irrigation features. If the proposed use is to be located in the A (Agricultural) Zone District, explain your efforts to conserve prime agricultural land in the locational decision for the proposed use. Response: The water from the farm has been sold to Central Weld County Water District (C'WC D) and the irrigation sprinkler has been removed. Approximately ten (10) years ago, GASP and the state of Colorado shut down the well, as a result, there was not sufficient water to adequately farm the land. The owner tried to dry land farm the land for approximately five (5) years and never got a profitable crop off the farm (please see the attached letter from Craig Sparrow, the owner, dated December 4, 2020). The subject property is located in the "A" 'Agricultural) Zone District. The proposed use is temporary and soils will not be disturbed or removed from the property in the construction process. With the proposed solar facility being in place for potentially up to forty (40) years, the land will lie fallow. Fallowing the land will allow the soil to rest and replenish nutrients, which were leached from over -planting and regular irrigation in previous years. Fallowing the soil can cause potassium and phosphorus from deep below to rise toward the soil surface, where it can be used by crops later. Other benefits of fallowing soil are that it raises levels of carbon, nitrogen, and organic matter, improves moisture -holding capacity, and increases beneficial microorganisms in the soil. 26. Explain how this proposal complies with Article V and Article I of Chapter 23 if the proposal is located within any Overlay Zoning District (Airport, S Geologic Hazard, or Historic Townsites Overlay Districts) or Special Flood Hazard Area identified by maps officially adopted by the County. Response: The subject property is not located within any Overlay Zoning District or Special Flood Hazard Area. 27. Detail known State or Federal permits required for your proposed use(s) and the status of each permit. Provide a copy of any application or permit. Response: There are noknown federal permits required for the proposed solar facility use. The State of Colorado will require an electrical permit for the installation of the proposed solar facility. SunShare will apply for the electrical permit prior to construction. SunShare is in the process of applying for the Use by Special Review permit through Weld County and will apply for a building permit prior to beginning construction of the proposed facility. 9 USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW (USR) PUBLIC WORKS QUESTIONNAIRE Answer the following questions per Section 8.11-40, Appendix 8-Q, and Section 8-14-10 of the Weld County Code. Please type on a separate sheet. If a question does not pertain to your proposal, please respond with an explanation do not leave questions blank. 1. Describe the access location and applicable use types (i.e., agricultural, residential, commercial/industrial, and/or oil and gas) of all existing and proposed accesses to the parcel. Include the approximate distance each access is (or will be if proposed) from an intersecting county road. State that no existing access is present or that no new access is proposed, if applicable. 2. Describe any anticipated change(s) to an existing access, if applicable. 3. Describe in detail any existing or proposed access gate including its location. 4. Describe the location of all existing accesses on adjacent parcels and on parcels located on the opposite side of the road. Include the approximate distance each access is from an intersecting county road. 5. Describe any difficulties seeing oncoming traffic from an existing access and any anticipated difficulties seeing oncoming traffic from a proposed access. 6. Describe any horizontal curve (using terms like mild curve, sharp curve, reverse curve, etc.) in the vicinity of an existing or proposed access. 7. Describe the topography (using terms like flat, slight hills, steep hills, etc.) of the road in the vicinity of an existing or proposed access. USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW (USR) PUBLIC WORKS QUESTIONNAIRE SunShare — GilcrestSun Project Answer the following questions per Section 8-11-40, Appendix 8-Q, and Section 8-14-10 of the Weld County Code. Please type on a separate sheet. If a question does not pertain to your proposal, please respond with an explanation — do not leave questions blank. 1. Describe the access location and applicable use types (i.e., agricultural, residential, commercial/industrial, and/or oil and gas) of all existing and proposed accesses to the parcel. Include the approximate distance each access is (or will be if proposed) from an intersecting county road. State that no existing access is present or that no new access is proposed, if applicable. Response: There is an existing access drive serving an existing oil/gas facility 108' east of the intersection of State Highway 60 (Weld County Road 27) and Weld County Road 42. The proposed access drive for the proposed solar facility will be 1,241.62' east of the intersection of State Highway 60 (Weld County Road 27) and Weld County Road 42. There is an existing access drive serving an existing oil/gas facility 2,108' east of the intersection of State Highway 60 (Weld County Road 27) and Weld County Road 42. There is an existing access drive serving the Canal Farmers Independent Ditch 2,155' east of the intersection of State Highway 60 (Weld County Road 27) and Weld County Road 42. There is an existing drive serving as access to the holding ponds Z220' east of the intersection of State Highway 60 (Weld County Road 27) and Weld County Road 42. 2. Describe any anticipated change(s) to an existing access, if applicable. Response: There are no anticipated changes to any existing access drives. 3. Describe in detail any existing or proposed access gate including its location. Response: There will be a 24' (two 12'-O" sections) X 8' tall gate centered on the proposed access drive to the proposed solar facility, located approximately 1,241.62' east of the intersection of State Highway 60 (Weld County Road 27) and Weld County Road 42. The gate will be located approximately 400' north of Weld County Road 42 to allow adequate stacking distance. 4. Describe the location of all existing accesses on adjacent parcels and on parcels located on the opposite side of the road. Include the approximate distance each access is from an intersecting county road. Response: There is an existing residential access drive on the west side of State Highway 60 (Weld County Road 27) approximately 1,139' north of the intersection of State Highway 60 (Weld County Road 27) and Weld County Road 42. There is an existing resfdentr'a! 1 access on the south side of Weld County Road 42 approximately 482' east of the intersection of State Highway 60 (Weld County Road 27) and Weld County Road 42. There is an existing residential access drive on the south side of Weld County Road 42 approximately 1,285' east of the intersection of State Highway 60 (Weld County Road 27) and Weld County Road 42. There is an existing residential access drive on the south side of Weld County road 42 approximately 2,227' east of the intersection of State Highway 60 (Weld County Road 27) and Weld County Road 42. 5. Describe any difficulties seeing oncoming traffic from an existing access and any anticipated difficulties seeing oncoming traffic from a proposed access. Response: Due to the relatively flat ground, there are no difficulties iculties seeing oncoming traffic from existing or proposed access drives. 6. Describe any horizontal curve (using terms like mild curve, sharp curve, reverse curve, etc.) in the vicinity of an existing or proposed access. Response: There are no horizontal curves in State Highway 60 (Weld County Road 27) or Weld County Road 42 in the vicinity of an existing or proposed access. 7. Describe the topography (using terms like flat, slight hills, steep hills, etc.) of the road in the vicinity of an existing or proposed access. Response: The topography of the roads in the vicinity of existing or proposed access drives is flat. 2 USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW (USR) ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH QUESTIONNAIRE Answer the following questions per the Weld County code, chapters 14, 23 and 30. Please type on a separate sheet, If a question does not pertain to your proposal, please respond with an explanation — do not leave questions blank. 1. Discuss the existing and proposed potable water source. If utilizing a drinking water well, include either the well permit or well permit application that was submitted to the State Division of Water Resources. If utilizing a public water tap, include a letter from the Water District, a tap or meter number, or a copy of the water bill. 2. Discuss the existing and proposed sewage disposal system. What type of sewage disposal system is on the property? If utilizing an existing on -site wastewater treatment system, provide the on -site wastewater treatment permit number. (If there is no on -site wastewater treatment permit due to the age of the existing on -site wastewater treatment system, apply for a on -site wastewater treatment permit through the Department of Public Health and Environment prior to submitting this application.) If a new on -site wastewater treatment system will be installed, please state "a new on -site wastewater treatment system is proposed." (Only propose portable toilets if the use is consistent with the Department of Public Health and Environment's portable toilet policy.) 3. If storage or warehousing is proposed, what type of items will be stored? 4. Describe where and how storage and/or stockpile of wastes, chemicals, and/or petroleum will occur on this site. 5. If there will be fuel storage on site, indicate the gallons and the secondary containment. State the number of tanks and gallons per tank. 6. If there will be washing of vehicles or equipment on site, indicate how the wash water will be contained. 7. If there will be floor drains, indicate how the fluids will be contained. 8. Indicate if there will be any air emissions (e.g. painting, oil storage, etc.). 0. Provide a design and operations plan if applicable (e.g. composting, landfills, etc.). 10. Provide a nuisance management plan if applicable (e.g. dairies, feedlots, etc.). 11. Additional information may be requested depending on type of land use requested. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH CONTACT LIST Environmental Planner: Lauren Light Ilight@weldgov.com (970) 4O0-2211 On -site Wastewater Treatment Systems Coordinator: Katie Sall ksall@weldgov..com (970) 400-2216 Waste Program Supervisor: Ben Frissell bfrissell-durley@weldgov.com (970) 400-2220 USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW (USR) ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH QUESTIONNAIRE SunShare — GilcrestSun Project Answer the following questions per the Weld County Code, Chapters 14, 23 and 30. Please type on a separate sheet. If a question does not pertain to your proposal, please respond with an explanation do not leave questions blank. 1. Discuss the existing and proposed potable water source. If utilizing a drinking water well, include either the well permit or well permit application that was submitted to the State Division of Water Resources, If utilizing a public water tap, include a letter from the Water District, a tap or meter number, or a copy of the water bill. Response: Since this is an unmanned facility, no water supply is being proposed. During the construction phase of the project, the contractor will provide the work crew with potable water via portable water coolers. 2. Discuss the existing and proposed sewage disposal system. What type of sewage disposal system is on the property? If utilizing an existing on -site wastewater treatment system, provide the on -site wastewater treatment permit number. (If there is no on -site wastewater treatment permit due to the age of the existing on -site wastewater treatment system, apply for an on -site wastewater treatment permit through the Department of Public Health and Environment prior to submitting this application.) If a new on -site wastewater treatment system will be installed, please state "a new on -site wastewater treatment system is proposed." (Only propose portable toilets if the use is consistent with the Department of Public Health and Environment's portable toilet policy.) Response: Since this is an unmanned facility, no septic system is being proposed. During the construction phase, the contractor will provide a portable san-o-let for the construction crew. 3. If storage or warehousing is proposed, what type of items will be stored? Resoonse. A steel container (8' 40') is being proposed to store equipment and materials during the construction phase. The proposed container is to be positioned in the interior of the solar arrays, in the "Temporary Stabilized Staging Area", as identified on Sheet T.100 of the USR plan set. The container will be painted a light tan to help blend the container with the natural environment. Once the construction phase is completed, the steel container will be removed from the site.. 1 4. Describe where and how storage and/or stockpiles of wastes, chemicals, and/or petroleum will occur on this site. Response: There will be no stockpiles of wastes, chemicals, or petroleum associated with this facility. 5. If there will be fuel storage on site, indicate the gallons and the secondary containment. State the number of tanks and gallons per tank. Response: There will be no fuel storage associated with this facility. Construction equipment will be re fueled by tankers that visit the site on an as -needed basis. If there will be washing of vehicles or equipment on this site, indicate how the wash water will be contained. Response: There will be no washing of vehicles or equipment on site, with the exception of washing mud from the tires of vehicles leaving the site during the construction phase. There will be a 5' X 16' track mat located near the access drive a►t Weld County Road 42. This mat will consist of 1-3" washed rock, 6" thick, over a Mirafi HP 270 Geotextile or equivalent base. 7. If there will be floor drains, indicate how the fluids will be contained. Response: There will be no floor drains associated with► this facility. 8, Indicate if there will be any air emissions (e.g. painting, oil storage, etc.). Response: There will be no air emissions associated with this facility. Typical air emissions associated with construction sites will occur during the construction phase. The proposed solar facility will not emit air emissions. 9. Provide a design and operations plan if applicable (e.g. composting, landfills, etc.). Response: There will be no composting or landfills associated with this use. 10. Provide a nuisance management plan if applicable (e.g. dairies, feedlots, etc.). 2 Response: There will be no dairies or feedlots associated with this use. ii. Additional information may be requested depending on type of land use requested. Response: Sun,Share will provide any additional information requested by the Department of Public Health and Environment. 3 Diana Aungst Subject: FW: Size of site USR21-0004 From: Richard Miller <rmiller@mysunshare.com> Sent: Friday, March 5, 2021 9:33 AM To: Diana Aungst <daungst@weldgov.com> Subject: Re: Size of site USR21-0004 Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hi Diana, The acreage for the panel area is 14.106 acres. Have a good weekend, Richard From: Diana Aungst <daungst@weldgov.com> Date: Thursday, March 4, 2021 at 4:35 PM To: Richard Miller <rmiller@mysunshare.com> Subject: Size of site USR21-0004 Hi Richard: Hope you are doing well. Could you please let me know the footprint of the Solar Facility on CR42 and H WY60? Thanks, Diana Aungst Planner Weld County Department of Planning Services 1555 N. 17th Avenue - Greeley, Colorado 80631 D: 970-400-3524 O: 970-400-6100 Fax: 970-304-6498 daungst(a�weldgov. corn www. weldgov. corn Confidentiality Notice: This electronic transmission and any attached documents or other writings are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure. If you have received this communication in error, please immediately notify sender by return e-mail and destroy the communication. Any disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attachments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. 1 Diana Aungst From: Richard Miller <rmiller@mysunshare.com> Sent: Friday, January 29, 2021 1:20 PM To: Diana Aungst Subject: Re: Good morning Attachments: GS USR. Plan Set 1-28-2021!..pdf Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hi Diana, It was good to see you again also and I certainly appreciate your meeting me in the parking lot. My doctor told me to stay out of enclosed buildings while my resistance is low, so very much appreciate you doing that for me. Attached is the USR plan set and hopefully it will be easier to read. Regarding the screening fence on the southern property boundary; we trying to screen the three homes on the other side of WCR 42 with the wooden fence and avoid the landscape/watering issues, due to the lack of water. The wooden screen fence is shown on Sheet C.100 as "Proposed Wildlife and Screening Fence". For the residence on the west side of V. (SH 60), we are proposing a 400' + setback from the county right-of-way to our proposed solar facility. The balance of the property (except the southern boundary) will have the 6" square wire mesh game fence with wooden posts, which seems to be the best looking fence from a visual perspective. The DC output is 2.189 MW (DC). Hope that helps. Thanks again, Richard From: Diana Aungst <daungst@weldgov.com> Date: Friday, January 29, 2021 at 10:30 AM To: Richard Miller <rrniller@mysunshare.com> Subject: Good morning Hi Richard: It was nice to see you yesterday. Could you please send me the USR plan set (map) as a pdf as the one I have is very hard to read. The details of the fence are illegible and although you mention the wooden fence in the narrative there is no mention of the screeninglfenoe for the remainder of the site. Could you let me know what type of fence will be set in place? Also what is the DC output of the facility? Thanks, Diana Aungst Planner 1 Weld County Department of Planning Services 1555 N. 17th Avenue - Greeley, Colorado 80631 a 970-400-3524 O: 970-400-6100 Fax:970-304-6498 70-304-6498 daungst@weldgov.com www. weldgo v. corn 1 Confidentiality Notice: This electronic transmission and any attached documents or other writings are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure. If you have received this communication in error, please immediately notify sender by return e-mail and destroy the communication. Any disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attachments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. 2 Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold 'or this Rec ard0. -hang history and locurnients. 'rade names ;et a certificate of good binding ; l a form ;ubsaribe to email iotifica ion insubscribe from email ictification :usin?ss Home ;usinss Inforrnation usi rkess Search AQs, Glossary and nfornria do ri Summary D;il. Name WESTERN EQUIPMENT & TRUCK INC. Status Good Standing Formation date 0211611983 ID number 198715088.25 Form Corporation Periodic report month August J u r-i s d i etio n Colorado Principal office street address 2055 1ST AVE, .jREELEY . CO 00631_ United States Principal office mailing address n a Registered Agent Name CRAIG SPARROW Street address 2055 1ST AVE. GREELEY. CO 806311 United States Mailing address 1227 51st Ave., Greeley_ CO 80634, United States Eking' history and i i i= urrients ra cl v n a 19nies n et a certif c_ a.e e if goctl 6,1anding Set c e rt i 1 1 e d ,L' pi s of documents File a form: Set up secure business tiling A bs cri , e to email notification unsuttscribe from email notification Back OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO CERTIFICATE OF DOCUMENT FILED I, Jena Griswold , as the Secretary of State of the State of Colorado, hereby certify that, according to the records of this office, the attached document is a true and complete copy of the Articles of Incorporation with Document # 19871508 825 of WESTERN EQUIPMENT & TRUCK INC. Colorado Corporation (Entity ID # 19871508825 consisting of 1 pages. This certificate reflects facts established or disclosed by documents delivered to this office on paper through 06/28/2019 that have been posted, and by documents delivered to this office electronically through 07/01/2019@ 11:38:08. I have affixed hereto theGreat Seal of the State of Colorado and duly generated, executed, and issued this official certificate at Denver, Colorado on 07/01/2019 @ 11:38:08 in accordance with applicable law. This certificate is assigned Confirmation Number 11661321 Secretary of State of the State of Colorado *********************************************End of Certificate******************************************* Notice: A certificate issued electron ically f •om the Colorado „Secretary of'State 's Web site Ishii); iril) and immediately valid and effective. However,. as an option, the issuance and validity of a certificate obtained electronically may be established by visiting the Validate a Certificate page of the Secretary of State's Web site, http://www.sos.state.co.us/bLICertificateSearchCriteria.do entering the certificate's confirmation number displayed on the certificate, and following the instructions displayed.. Colt/inning the issuance of a certificate is merely optional and is not necessary to the valid and effective issuance of a certificate. For more information, visit our Web site, http://www,sos,state.co,us1 click "Brsinesses, trademarks, trade names " and select "Frequently Asked Questions." • tilbt k 4 4 i f V • or J • . • f SI PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS IN COLORADO (INCLUDE ZIP CODE) 056- 56 /s 7 fis Li t G,F geLEI ate' JP 0631 PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS IN HOME STATE (INCLUDE ZIP CODE) THIS DOCUMENT MUST BE TYPED Zirr l OUT CF STATE CORPS ONLY 3.„1::ATE Op COUNTRY pF INCORPORATION Coto/91+0C CLASS ! I :A. t sof DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE OFFICE USE ONLY _ a a T Lt C1-IAAACTER OF BUSINESS OR AFFAIRS CONDUCTED IN COLORADO 3 ,O c:ic e- { e. al .re LE- a . ' ,s- 4 r ff r`i C..' r O RS _rte ALL PROFIT (BUSINESS) CORPORATIONS MUST COMPLETE A, B. AND C. ATTACHMENTS ARE ACCEPTABLE. SHAFIE5 AUTHORIZED AND ISSUED (o.DATE. OF THIS REPORT OR IMMEDIATELY PRIOR FISCAL YEAR) � r*, NUTtBER 1SSUEa SE ES 4 A NUMBERAUTHORIZED Fit PAR VALUE C CoM,W" /C7/ 000 PRESIDENT: w ll .r L r + +Q r? S ,,1 It o Lai VICE-PRESIDENT: CAIAgra ,' 4 "PR' O I r.? SECRETARY J Le C N C S #0,04 tic A'o 4.4j a O ad' ride AAe ' ASST. SECRETARY: TREASURER- -we 4 Ai 04, P r Ur? 3 9 o • / .�' r ti ST V4 Ai$ cc DECTORS NAMES AND ADDRESSES ATTACHMENTS ARE ACCEPTABLE, Coshares oare Profit Corp orations must list at least three. except that there need be only as many directors as there are shareholders in the event that the Outstanding record by fewer than three SharetK�Ider9: COLORADO NONPROFIT CORPORATIONS MUST LIST Al' LEAST ONE DIRECTOR. shar8sheld of ecZIP CODE --- NAME t o 8044 3/ /0.0a - 0 r� ADDRESSES Co lorado rporations must listat least two different individuals: the offices of President and Secretary may not be OFFICERS. NAMES A�10 NAME held by the same individual- ADDRESS SIP CODE //L o G.H. dry Lam r? o c C 4 a° ., ig r awn eetet 7 - ` DIRECTOR: Aisi 14.L. 1,~ � DIRECTOR: ire t / C sal /PR O 44) DIRECTOR: Jr? RAz' 1' c Se r9*' go 60 \. IFS THE C DOMES - COMES' FOREIG FOREIG Ai fl,4 RR° C) 9/30/89 1989 RAT ]993 RAT & PENALTY REINS FEE TOTAL APPL. MRI,1 12/31/90 (FEE) (PENALTY) $50.00 $50‘co $50.00 $150.00 _ . _ 'Lame rr% cc, on n c aza rtf4v Resit /et ao din „rivieAS TI1IAL AMOUNT DUE Is. S 5000 -. 20.0o 125,00 20.00 fl Q1/2.4- 11•:: a .3theerc et/ fro nisi/ ergif Co &PO4 OtO IIIMMECann DP8715fl8825 WESTERN EQUIPMENT & TRUCK INC. WALTER SPARROW 5 1=-11a it your registered agentand/or office has orange . "Jetsam, b.._ ne new name and address#& � n a� signing for the corporation must be president or vice-president, FOR A FOREIGN 1 vl UT Nonprofitcorporadoni making the chain must be notarit� P.O. BOX NOT ACCEPTABLE, tee: Signatui?sand title of officer S. THE AUTHC PIZED AGENT, address of the C.orporati'REGISTERED OFFICE shall be changed to: ons A) The complete street ,( 1*(16-1 dam' 4Oie 00 See 5) The name of the corporation's REGISTERED AGENT shall be changed to: rio requires the Corporate Report to be signed by ONLY the Corporation's President, a Vice -President. Secretary (or assistant) or Treasurer. For a Colorado law equ � FOREIGN corporation without such officers, an authorized agent maysign. in Title 7. C.R.S. I declare that this report has been examined by me and to the test of my knowledge and belief, is true. correct Under penalties pr esc and complete. DATE ' `9 O 9 o STATE OF �. COUNTY OF subscribed and sworn to before me this My commission expires - r aturep day Of LIP TITLE A IMPORTANT: IF THIS IS A NONPROFIT CORPORATION WHICH IS CHANGING THE REGISTERED AGENT AND/OR OFFICE* THIS DOCUMENT MUST 8E NOTARIZED. Notary Public ArioS OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO CERTIFICATE OF FACT OF GOOD STANDING I, Jena Griswold, as the Secretary of State of the State of Colorado, hereby certify that, according to the records of this office, WETCO FARMS INC. is a Corporation formed or registered on 12/18/1986 under the law of Colorado, has complied with all applicable requirements of this office, and is in good standing with this office. This entity has been assigned entity identification number 19871701987 . This certificate reflects facts established or disclosed by documents delivered to this office on paper through 07/16/2020 that have been posted, and by documents delivered to this office electronically through 07/17/2020 @ 15:22:49 - I have affixed hereto the Great Seal of the State of Colorado and duly generated, executed, and issued this official certificate at Denver, Colorado on 07/17/2020 @ 15:22:49 in accordance with applicable law. This certificate is assigned Confirmation Number 12473203 . Secretary of State of the State of Colorado *********************************************End of Certificate** **** **** **** **** **** **** ***** **** **** **** Notice: A certificate issued electronically from the Colorado Secretary of State's Web site is fully and immediately valid and effective. However, as an option, the issuance and validity of a certificate obtained electronically may be established by visiting the Validate a Certificate page of the Secretary of " State's Web site, http://www.sas.state.co.usiatitertificateSearchCriteriaido entering the certificate 's confirmation number displayed on the certificate, and following the instructions displayed. Confirming the issuance of a certificate is merely optional and is not necessary to the valid and effective issuance of a certificate, For more information, visit our Web site, http:// www,sos,state,co.us/ click "Businesses, trademarks, trade names" and select "Frequently Asked Questions." Document must be filed electronically. Paper documents are not accepted. Fees & forms are subject to change. For more information or to print copies of filed documents, visit www.sos.state.co.us. Colorado Secretary of State Date and Time: 05/24/2019 01:15 PM ID Number: 19871701987 Document number: 20191436512 Amount Paid: P10.00 ABOVE SPACE FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Periodic Report filed pursuant to §7-90-301, et seq. and §7-90-501 of the Colorado Revised Statutes (C.R.S) ID number: Entity name: 19871701987 WETCO FARMS INC. Jurisdiction under the law of which the entity was formed or registered: Colorado 1. Principal office street address: 2055 1ST AVENUE (Street name and number) GREELEY (City) (Province — i, f applicable) 2. Principal office mailing address: 2055 1st Ave (if different from above) 3. Registered agent name: (if an individual) or (if a business organization) 4. The person identified above as registered agent has consented to being so appointed. 5. Registered agent street address: 2055 1ST AVENUE CO 80631 (State) (PostallZip Code) United States (Country — if not US) (Street name and number or Post Office Box information) GREELEY (City) (Province — if applicable) SPARROW (Last) CO 80631 (State) (Postal/Zip Code) United States (Country — if not US) CRAIG R. (First) (Middle) (Suffix) 6. Registered agent mailing address: (if different from above) (Street name and number) GREELEY (City) 2055 1st Ave CO (State) 80631 (Postal/Zip Code) (Street name and number or Post Office Box information) GREELEY (City) (Province — if applicable) CO 80631 (State) (Postal/Zip Code) United States (Country — rf not US) REPORT Page 1 of 2 Rev. 12/01/2012 Notice: Causing this document to be delivered to the secretary of state for filing shall constitute the affirmation or acknowledgment of each individual causing such delivery, under penalties of perjury, that the document is the individual's act and deed, or that the individual in good faith believes the document is the act and deed of the person on whose behalf the individual is causing the document to be delivered for filing, taken in conformity with the requirements of part 3 of article 90 of title 7, C.R.S., the constituent documents, and the organic statutes, and that the individual in good faith believes the facts stated in the document are true and the document complies with the requirements of that Part, the constituent documents, and the organic statutes. This perjury notice applies to each individual who causes this document to be delivered to the secretary of state, whether or not such individual is named in the document as one who has caused it to be delivered. 7. Name(s) and address(es) of the individual(s) causing the document to be delivered for filing: Sparrow (Last) 2055 1st Ave Craig (First) (Middle) {St:rffr) (Street name and number or Post Office Box information) GREELEY CO 80631 (City;) (State) (Postal/Zip Code) United States (Province —if applicable) (Country — if not US) (The document need not state the tare name and address of more than one individual. However, if you wish to state the name and address of any additional individuals causing the document to be delivered for filing, mark this box ❑ and include an attachment stating the name and address of such individuals.) Disclaimer: This form, and any related instructions, are not intended to provide legal, business or tax advice, and are offered as a public service without representation or warranty. While this form is believed to satisfy minimum legal requirements as of its revision date, compliance with applicable law, as the same may be amended from time to time, remains the responsibility of the user of this form. Questions should be addressed to the user's attorney. REPORT Page 2 of 2 Rev. 12/01/2012 El FEE$ 45.00 ON OR BEFORE DATE DUE _ 05/31/1999 REPORT YEAR 1998 MAILING DATE 03/31/1999 STATE OF COLORADO BIENNIAL REPORT OF A CORPORATION OR LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY READ INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE BEFORE COMPLETING SUBMIT SIGNED FORM WITH FILING FEE INFORMATION BELOW IS ON FILE IN THIS OFFICE - DO NOT CHANGE PFIE-PRINTED INFORMATION CORPORATE NAME REGISTERED AGENT, REGISTERED OFFICE, CITY, STATE & ZIP 19871701987 DPC STATE/COUNTRY OF INC SPARROW CRAIG R WETCO FARMS INC. 1227 51 AVENUE GREELEY CO 80634 4 rm.,. r. te.14K•. los _ Return completed reports to: Department of State Corporate Report Section 1560 Broadway, Suite 200 Denver, CO 80202 OFFICERS NAME AND ADDRESS SPARROW BRIAN C 2002 45TH AVENUE GREELEY CO 80634 SPARROW CRAIG R 1227 51 AVENUE SPARROW ARLEEN C 1120 25TH AVENUE GREELEY CO 80631 DIRECTORS OR LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY MANAGERS SPARROW CRAIG R 1227 51 AVENUE COFFMAN CHRISTY K 9 561 KEMPER DRIVE LITTLETON CO 80120 SPARROW WALT R 1120 25TH AVENUE GREELEY CO 80631 Address 01 Prineics31 Place et Business Streel City CO 007 TI -US FORM MUST BE TYPED FOR OFFICE USE ONLY 19971075006 M �l SECRETARY OF STATE 04-20-1999 15:33:59 FIRST REPORT OR CORRECTIONS IN THIS COLUMN TYPE IOW AGENT NAME Craig R. Sparrow SIGNATURE OFAIEVVE MUST HAVE A STREET GITy Greeley TERED Brian C. Sparrow 2055 1st Ave Craig R. Sparrow 2055 1st Ave Greeley, CO 80631 Christy K. Coffman 9561 Kemper Dr. Lonetree, CO 80120 2055 1st Ave Greeley, CO 80631 risty s ty r o man 5 Kemper Dr. L9netree, CO 80120 Brian 0. Sparrow STATE Co PR VP 80051 wdwar ..NIO,ry µ' { ;uy'+r 5.4el, PA a^: r:rmr4 2055 1st Aare Greeley, CO 80631 State CO Zip 80631 L SIGNATURE Under penalties of perjury and as an authorized officer, 1 declare that this biennial report and, if applicable* the statement of change of registered office and/or agent, has been examined by me and is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, correct, and complete. BY TITLE V2edittas Authd Ageot V/ DATE ��— I 2-7 19 9 9'. NOTE: DO NOT USE THIS BOX IF THIS IS YOUR FIRST REPORT!!! SEE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE. IF THERE ARE NO CHANGES SINCE YOUR LAST REPORT, MARK THIS BOX, SIGN ABOVE AND RETURN WITH THE FEE AND BY THE DATE DUE INDICATED ABOVE(UPPER LEFT HAND CORNER). IF YOU ARE FILING AFTER THE DATE DUE ABOVE, CONTACT THIS OFFICE FOR THE PROPER FEE. (303) 894-2251 SEE INSTRUCTIONS ON BACK E24eo52e 2 pus tarn v.! GNIN SS Fans Di inn Itee) TOTAL OP 101&Et rf YE 0 T'iiTM IILAC* WOW t*iGiM MI r fl MAIL tol € oluradu Seastery of Seas Coepp moons Once 1560 Broodyas, lobo XID Derry . CO 80202 t'' ao ► $66.2361 T,QVSTA1t 701987 rsIs ES OF INCORPORATION LfWe tie undesired ied natural person(*) or the age of tiihtotn years or i11 we. scth $ as a 1) d a cor- poration under the Colorado Corporatkn Code. adapt the following Articles of Incorporation for such FIRST: The name of the oorporotio® It WE= PARKS INC. SECOND: The period of duration If am dim lament THIRD: The putpore or pumas format the **potation is organised if other than Any Legal aid Lawful Pwpcse Pursuant v' the Colorado Corporation Cade. - M1T LainUir eu i POllitiallo swots awnber of shares width the corporation shall ha 4t PAR VALUE issue is +t and the par raise of each share shall be is. ass . am .. Pers 'I FIPTH: Ctioadadvo voting shams S stock Is 11°11 authorized, tow SIXTH: Provisions sions limiting or denying to shareholdcn the preemptive rift to acquire additional or treasury shamsof the =potation, it any, are: ZONE SEVENTIM1Mrstiggignithlart and the axis of its initial registered agent at such addreat is EIGHTH: Address of the place of bushiest if the °a°nisp�ion Adai .odeiii. ■ Nor. ilat to row w.m sink Lot - CIA. wl nil COIr WALTER R SPARROW rni'he number of director constituting the initial board of directors of the corporation is and that names and addresses of the perm who are to serve as directors until the lint mutt meeting d shareholder* or until their it►ccessas are elected sad shall qualify are: Me number of dlsecearr of a corporation shell be not Ins than throe; =apt that there need be only u many directors u there are,, or initially will be, shareholders In the mat that the outstanding sham in, or initially will be, held of record by fewer than thirst shareholders, NAME ADDRESS (include rip ) WALTER It 8PARROi 1120 25th Arnie Greeley Co 80611 ARLEEN C SPARROW 1120 25th Al rssa Orman Co 80631 CRAIG R SPARROW _ 4-)23 W, 9fi St R4. -Or l$Y CO Pei BRIAN C SPARROW 3W? 15th Annum Evans Co 80620 TENTH: The awn. and sakitiets of each incorporator is: NAME cam, a * till!• mu ADDRESS (include tip code) 2.. 2 ib...is anpe - to ney :"e oO6J1 %II MPUTEN UPDATE Ca3Migitinfl i a • 1 1• STAT. OF COLORADO STATEMENT OF E OF REGISTERED OFFICE • • ♦ • • • MASI MAO INSTRUCTIONS ON LAMA MIE SIDE Octet Wit 1�I+ML'+ MEE T�'4r'! �?�1 PAINT CLEARLYf tJ►R *NS ��tr Ili• Moen, OtMt'M't'i �LIiM'w office � t�+1�1 (i•!�'M''� A %i t we: 1 � r 6 ,. t • oliblte ozoo ri. 257r a.'.. $ Corporation harriid Merely' m•M'e t+e foll+str* Itn•tn•ni. I Th. Suste of County of InefrOfiteuni COLORADO .71? 00.1IC! OF 2,Lim2Je ivs *LOUSY Si, GILihrqdlapitto C s t L C t , ON t i FILING FEE $10.00 Et TM complete 1:1.4 *Odra of the Corpterada fillOt Trott rt7 2055 t AVENUE GREY CO 806 31 m The name Of !S• C eolot" 'g SUCCISSOR P 1*11t1PtE0 AGONY 1t CRAIG ri SPARROW i' 891008910 S10. 0C jegnissimins r••• of 1!1• �Gorl��s ��I•t�l+•d Ap•n1, t• thd4rEMd6 will b• Identical. The•++�«p-`'•11•gli��+►•aO��srn�drh•rad AVENUE �'RE��Y 0$0631 Ei oleos +Icahn InC0Indaii. 2055 1c#, t�r�Iha��t�I>�I�e4lhdCoNv,�r's►I 1* i 00et 041,0s ttr+yp_ �rv� 11 by rYiO'� t?�I tint 4Qq•'t� � olttit�r4M, snalliisety ot 1� county, � �`►!!� etng and n s a p �' am grid timedi on ray bi ttuo•tttts 1 1 in rucn imo�cl► t Cams n's, rw'M tyre theii no tem Ott*, 'MSC MISS �„ hta Its r +��► f�� 1 /r'++� vine � &fa zip cods dealanation IMPORTANT1 MASS SO CARIPULLYI if you r�r d r� 1 WIN&mss• OMira arsiorSft STATE OF COLORADO COUNTY OF Subscribed and sworn to before me this My conun fl1a(i npires 1 1 2 t 91 By WETCO FARMS. INC. jrnidtrtt *g,ittt ' Agtnt (P4oct 5) It. Authcrited Agent "sr(Fott,gn .u'po *front Only) (Note I) att 2) X989_ in A It 't CZ° ...)-Zattescsaditsi Numrf Parole (Ma 4) OMNI Of tnr tatlon making ib. sittetosti .. m whim r► ads"! ftlt�l. I. pi it' . This II'iltrne'�' met be .ncwtd by the ngM �. tit+# �� °" � the III registered ern chop*. A copy Mel' this Itaitt ataar+ll h a' been later ttdtd to tht ' otit on� ident or +ia:! president. !�0# A FOREIGN CORPORATION WITHOUT lini ne i ttirting for the *t ioo mega bt pret tt ;«Rti►�tute end fits "� °��LOKI�f) AGENT. MICH O�CERS, THE as ENTthem notarial rrtMl, tn�d mutt tree with g1 4. Strout S emery public itutt be .trrsc ly SS Meat tDPI S. 0tMt1flSt • • S 6l# AY1►4f t�T TO i f.OK1 ARTSEiP RT3ECE1O1WFlllnQ En $10.00 COMPUTE°. � DEPARTMENT or STATE se. P. o. 90x gin D%N*! A. CO 002 i 7.1661 JAY LIEGI FL/ S • 1 Thiji4Ther indicates that iIlegibL+iy .tras due to the poor eomdiiion cif the ink or pepper when microfilmed. i • Secretary of State Jena Griswold For this is Records n■ Filing history and documents Get a certificate of good standing Fite a form Subscribe to email notification ttn5ubscribe from email notification Business Home Business Information Business Search FAQs. Glossary a rid Information Summary Details Name Sun hare. LLC Status Good Standing Formation date 05/1912011 ID number 20111293990 Form Limited Liability Company Periodic report month May l urisdicti =srl ':Lo odorado Principal office street address 1151 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80.204, Colorado, United States Principal office mailing address n/a Registered Agent Name David ArnstereIszewski Street address 1151 B a r7.i o cir, Street, Denver, CO 80204, United States Mailing address nia Filing history and. documents Get a certificate of good standing certifiec° copies of documents File a : rrm Set up secure business filing Subscribe to emai otiflc licn L I n s u c s cri be f ron email no t ficaiti on. Back OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO CERTIFICATE OF DOCUMENT FILED I, Jena Griswold , as the Secretary of State of the State of Colorado, hereby certify that, according to the records of this office, the attached document is a true and complete copy of the Articles of Organization with Document # 20111293 990 of SunShare, LLC Colorado Limited Liability Company (Entity ID # 20111293990 ) consisting of 3 pages. This certificate reflects facts established or disclosed by documents delivered to this office on paper through 06/28/2019 that have been posted, and by documents delivered to this office electronically through 07/01/2019 11:44:45. I have affixed hereto theGreat Seal of the State of Colorado and duly generated, executed, and issued this official certificate at Denver, Colorado on 07/01/2019 @ 11:44:45 in accordance with applicable law. This certificate is assigned Confirmation Number 116613 71 Secretary of State of the State of Colorado *********************************************End of Certificate******************************************* Notice: A certificate issued electron ically f •om the Colorado „Secretary of'State 's Web site Ishii); iril) and immediately valid and effective. However,. as an option, the issuance and validity of a certificate obtained electronically may be established by visiting the Validate a Certificate page of the Secretary of State's Web site, http://www.sos.state.co.us/bLICertificateSearchCriteria.do entering the certificate's confirmation number displayed on the certificate, and following the instructions displayed.. Colt/inning the issuance of a certificate is merely optional and is not necessary to the valid and effective issuance of a certificate. For more information, visit our Web site, http://www,sos,state.co,us1 click "Brsinesses, trademarks, trade names " and select "Frequently Asked Questions." Document must be filed electronically. Paper documents will not be accepted. Document processing fee Fees & forms/cover sheets are subject to change. To access other information or print copies of filed documents, visit www.sos.state.co.us and select Business Center. M-Filred $50,00 Colorado Secretary of State Date and Time: 05/19/2011 04:05 PM ID Number: 20111293990 Document number: 20111293990 Amount Paid: f50.00 ABOVE SPACE FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Articles of Organization filed pursuant to § 7-80-203 and § 7-80-204 of the Colorado Revised Statutes (C.R.S.) 1. The domestic entity name of the limited liability company is SunShare, LLC (The name of a limited liability company must contain the term or abbreviation "limited liability company", "ltd. liability company", "limited liability co, ", "ltd. liability co. ", "limited", "1.1.c.", "rllc ", or "ltd,". See §7-90-601, C.R.S.) (Caution: The use of certain terms or abbreviations are restricted by law. Read instructions for more information.) ?. The principal office address of the limited liability company's initial principal office is Street address Mailing address 135 North Ridge Lane (Street number and name) Snowmass Village CO 81615 (City) (State) (ZIP/Postal Code) United States (Province — if applicable) (Country) (leave blank if same as street address) (Street number and name or Post. Office Box information) (City) (State) ('ZIP/Postal Code) (Province — if applicable) (Country) 3. The registered agent name and registered agent address of the limited liability company's initial registered agent are Name (if an individual) OR (if an entity) (Caution: Do not provide both an individual and an entity name) Amster-Olszewski David (Last) (First) (Middle) (Suffix) Street address 135 North Ridge Lane (Street number and name) Snowmass Village (City) co 81615 (State) (ZIP Code) ARrORG LLC Page 1 of 3 Rev, 02.28:, 2008 Mailing address (leave blank if same as street address) (Street number and name or Post Office Box information) (The following statement is adopted by marking the box.) The person appointed as registered agent has consented to being so appointed. Vt (City) Co (State) (ZIP Code) 4. The true name and mailing address of the person forming the limited liability company are Name (if an individual) OR (if an entity) (Caution: Do not provide both an individual and an entity name.) 135 North Ridge Lane Amster-Olszewski David (Last) (First) • (Middle) (Suffix) Mailing address (Street number and name or Post Office Box information) Snowmass Village CO 81615 (City) (State) (7IP/Postal Code) United States (Province — if applicable) (Country) (If the following statement applies, adopt the statement by marking the box and include an attachment) The limited liability company has one or more additional persons forming the limited liability company and the name and mailing address of each such person are stated in an attachment. 5. The management of the limited liability company is vested in (Mark the applicable box.) one or more managers. OR the members. 6. (Me following statement is adopted by marking the box.) There is at least one member of the limited liability company. 7. 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ARTORG LLC Page 2 of 3 Rev. 02/28/2008 Notice: Causing this document to be delivered to the Secretary of State for filing shall constitute the affirmation or acknowledgment of each individual causing such delivery, under penalties of perjury, that the document is the individual's act and deed, or that the individual in good faith believes the document is the act and deed of the person on whose behalf the individual is causing the document to be delivered for filing, taken in conformity with the requirements of part 3 of article 90 of title 7, C.R.S., the constituent documents, and the organic statutes, and that the individual in good faith believes the facts stated in the document are true and the document complies with the requirements of that Part, the constituent documents, and the organic statutes. This perjury notice applies to each individual who causes this document to be delivered to the Secretary of State, whether or not such individual is named in the document as one who has caused it to be delivered. 9. The true name and mailing address of the individual causing the document to be delivered for filing are Amster-Olszewski David (Last) (First) 135 North Ridge Lane (Middle) (Sitffi x) (Street number and name or Post Office Boy information) Snowmass Village (City) CO 81615 (State) (ZIP/Postal Code) United States a (Province — if appl icabl e) (Conn ft: ) (If the following statement applies, adopt the statement by marking the box and include an attachment.) This document contains the true name and mailing address of one or more additional individuals causing the document to be delivered for filing. Disclaimer: This form/cover sheet, and any related instructions, are not intended to provide legal, business or tax advice, and are furnished without representation or warranty. While this form/cover sheet is believed to satisfy minimum legal requirements as of its revision date, compliance with applicable law, as the same may be amended from time to time, remains the responsibility of the user of this form/cover sheet. Questions should be addressed to the user's legal, business or tax advisor(s). ARTORG_LLC Page 3 of 3 Rev. 02/28/2008 Cie 7(1;4,4 SOLAR ENERGY DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATIONS LEASE AGREEMENT THIS SOLAR ENERGY DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATIONS LEASE C� l AGREEMENT (this "Lease") is made, dated, and effective as of 20 2..c_ (the "Effective Date"), by and between Western Equipme\t & Truck inc., a Colorado corporation ("Owner''), and CO Land Acquisitions LLC. a Colorado limited liability company ("Company"). Owner and Company (together, the "Parties" and each a "Party") hereby contract and agree as follows: 1. Definitions. Capitalized terms shall have the meanings set forth above, in this Section 1, and as defined elsewhere in the Lease: I.I "Access Rights" means any non-exclusive easement for vehicular and pedestrian access, Ingress and egress to, from and over the Property, for purposes related to or associated with any Solar Energy System installed or to be installed on the Property or adjacent property, which has been granted by Owner. 1.2 "Approval" means any permits. entitlements, approvals, licenses, variances, or other rights (including any zoning change, conditional use permit and tax -incentive or tax -abatement program approval) from any governmental authority or other Person in connection with Solar Operations. 1.3 "Commercial Operations Date- or "COD" means the first day that a Phase of installed Solar Energy System delivers electricity to the electric grid in commercial quantities. 1.4 "CRP" means the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Conservation Reserve Program. 1.5 "Default" means an Event of Default that (a) has not been cured within the time provided herein or (b) as to which the Defaulting Party has not commenced performance of its obligations within the time provided or thereafter has failed to pursue the same to completion with commercially reasonable diligence as provided herein. 1.6 "Defaulting Party" means the Party who fails to perform its obligations under this Lease in any material respect. 1.7 "Development Fee" means the $130,00 Company will pay Owner per acre per year during the Development Term Solar Energy Development and Operations Lease Agreement —CONFIDENTIAL; Not an offer —For discussion purposes only [Western Equipment & Truck. Inc. —CO Land Acquisitions LLC (SunShare); 20200326 Page 1 of 43 Zi-e<SY4,CL;;; Property Maintenance Plan For a Medium -Scale Solar Facility In Compliance with: (Section 23-4-1030 H of the Weld County Code) Case Number: USR Number —To Be Determined Wetco Farms, Inc. (Parcel ID No. 105720000010) Prepared for: Weld County Department of Planning Services 1555 North 17th Avenue Greeley, CO 80631 Prepared by: SunShare, LLC Denver, Colorado isurShare C O M M U N l T r 5 0 1 4 a Date Prepared: January, 2021 1.0 Overview As a condition of approval for the Site -Specific Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit, Weld County required that SunShare prepare a Property Maintenance Plan for the solar facility, that is to be reviewed and approved by the Weld County Department of Planning Services. The intent of this Property Maintenance Plan is to provide a comprehensive plan for control of dust, noxious weeds, and any drainage issues that could cause erosion from the solar facility. Li Dust Mitigation During the Construction Phase Water tankers will be used to help control dust while the construction activities are occurring on the site. During the construction of the facility, SunShare will exercise BMPs to limit fugitive dust from being airborne and traveling beyond the property lines. Dust control efforts will be monitored by the site foreman on a regular basis to ensure fugitive dust is adequately controlled. Water spray will be applied, as needed, to unpaved areas during periods of dry weather. Care will be taken not to over -apply water and create mud. Vehicle tracking devices will be installed at truck exit drives, per the requirements of Weld County. Vehicles operating on the site during the construction phase will limit their speed to 15 mph or less, to minimize dust emissions. 1.2 Noxious Weed Management The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) and Weld County, both require landowners to prevent the spread of State Listed Noxious Weeds. Construction activities on the site have the potential to introduce new noxious weed species to the site, or spread existing species on to or off of the site. This noxious weed management program was developed to prevent further spread of noxious weeds. SunShare will comply with CDA and Weld County regulations through implementation of this plan. Periodic reviews and updates to this plan will be completed as necessary to keep it current with noxious weed control issues. This plan will be implemented throughout the life of the solar facility. Appropriate management actions will be implemented whenever noxious weed species are observed growing within the project area. The goals of weed management are to: 1.) Identify and manage noxious weeds within and immediately adjacent to the project areas to be disturbed and after the area has been reclaimed; 2.) Conduct pre-treatment and post -treatment evaluations, and continue or modify treatment measures as necessary; 3.) Minimize the potential for transportation and importation of noxious weed species; 2. 4.) Educate field personnel in order to encourage compliance with weed management program goals and assist with identification and control efforts. To prevent or minimize the infestation and spread periodic inspections of the project area during the beginning, middle, and end of the growing season will evaluate presence or absence, degree of invasion, and the response of previous treatments. SunShare's operational staff will conduct regular site inspections and ensure implementation of this plan. Specific treatment methodologies and timetables will be developed based on species of concern, location and extent of the infestation(s), and other pertinent factors. 1. 2 (a) Noxious Weed Prevention Noxious weeds are spread through dispersal of seed and/or transport of plant propagules (i.e. spores, seeds, roots, etc.). The most effective way to control noxious weeds is to prevent their introduction into the site in the first place. A combination of methods and practices will be employed to prevent the introduction of weed species and their regeneration within the project area. The following methods and practices may be employed, either singly or in combination, to prevent the introduction of weeds into the solar site: 1.) A thorough cleaning of equipment will be conducted before entering the project area to prevent the introduction of seed and plant propagules from other sites; 2.) Seed mixtures used for revegetation or temporary site stabilization will be free of noxious weeds; 3.) Hay, straw, and/or other materials used for mulch or other purposes will be certified weed free; 4.) A periodic inspection will be conducted to identify any new weed infestations that may have occurred. Any new infestations will be scheduled for management before they become well established and/or spread; 5.) Communication and coordination with adjacent land holders whose property is infested with noxious weeds that may threaten the site should occur. Establishing partnerships for weed management within the local area is essential for successful long-term weed management; 6.) Noxious and pest weed infestations that threaten natural and reclaimed areas will be treated with accepted Integrated Weed Management (IWM) methods. These methods are further discussed below. 1. 2 (b) Integrated Weed Management (IWM) An Integrated Weed Management approach will be implemented for treatment of noxious weeds within the project area. An IWM approach enables selection of one or more weed 3. management methods based on site specific environmental conditions and control needs. The following weed management methods will be considered for the project area: 1.) Cultural — Planting native or desirable plant species for site colonization and promoting healthy vegetation communities in reclaimed areas. Prevent unnecessary disturbance through precise planning of construction projects and other activities. Prompt revegetation of disturbed areas. 2.) Mechanical — Mowing, pulling, disking, and plowing may be used on weedy species for which these treatments are effective. 3.) Biological — Introduction of insects or other biologic agents which are known to inhibit or prevent reproduction of noxious weed species. If biological agents are employed, control methods will be coordinated with the Colorado Department of Agricultural Insectary in Palisade, Colorado. 4.) Chemical — Application of appropriate herbicides by a licensed applicator. All herbicides will be applied in accordance with the manufacturer's label and in accordance with Colorado laws. In some cases, only one control method may be warranted, while in other cases a combination of control methods may be appropriate. Control methods selected will be dependent upon species of concern, and the location and extent of the infestation. The use of IWM methods will protect pollinators, reduce hazards to wildlife, reduce the possibility of herbicide resistance, and minimize persistence and mobility of herbicides in the soil. Weed control methods and practices will be applied in a manner that conforms to applicable federal, state, and local laws. 1.2 (b) 1— Cultural Control Germination and establishment of noxious weeds can be reduced by following accepted revegetation and vegetation management techniques that favor the growth of desirable plants. These include prompt seeding and revegetation of disturbed areaswith appropriate seed mixes, maintaining optimum fertility and moisture levels, planting at optimum density of pure live seed, minimizing use of fertilizers, and selecting suitable species for revegetation. Minimizing areas of disturbance and exposed soil prevents opportunities for aggressive species to establish. A revegetation plan has been developed for the site that utilizes native species that are well - adapted to the site. Seeding native species in conjunction with other management practices will provide some level of competition with noxious weeds, and minimize the opportunity for new infestations to become established. 4. 1.2 (b) 2 - Mechanical Control Mechanical Control of noxious weeds can be an effective tool to physically disrupt noxious weed growth and seed development. A combination of mechanical methods may be used including tilling or disking, mowing, hand-held weed trimmers, mulching, hand -pulling, hoeing, or livestock grazing. Mechanical weed control practices must be applied with correct timing to maximize their effectiveness in preventing vegetation development or seed production. Annual weedy species may be readily controlled with mowing or physical removal. Perennial species such as Dalmatian toadflax have extensive root systems. For such weed species, mowing may only control seed production without seriously affecting the plant's survival. Mowing after seed production has occurred may spread the plants. Disking or tilling areas containing perennial noxious species may increase the area of infestation due to root sprouting. In most cases, mechanical control methods used alone are not effective against noxious weed species. 1.2 (b) 3 — Biological Control Biological control of noxious weeds can be an effective tool to physically disrupt plant growth and seed development. A combination of biological methods may be used including introduction of insect weed predators and species -specific plant diseases. Biological weed control methods and practices will be applied with appropriate timing to maximize their effectiveness in preventing seed production. It must be noted that the use of biological controls normally does not eradicate an infestation of weeds; rather they are capable of reducing weed species vigor and reproduction. The Colorado Department of Agriculture's Biological Pest Control Program has on -going biological control programs for several noxious weed species. Note, the use of insect bio-controls typically require large populations of the target weed to sustain the population of bio-control agents. Biological controls should not be expected to eliminate the entire infestation of a noxious weed, but instead to bring the infestation down to a more manageable level. 1.2 (b) 4— Chemical Control Chemical control of noxious and pest weeds can be an effective tool to disrupt plant growth and seed development. Herbicides can kill targeted species, prevent development and/or germination of noxious weed seed, can be used with minimal disturbance to soils, and in some cases, can be selective to specific species or groups of plants. Herbicides must be applied at the appropriate time to maximize their effectiveness in preventing seed production, for disrupting plant establishment and growth, or achieving kill of noxious species. To avoid development of resistance to a particular herbicide through repeated use over prolonged periods of time, 5. herbicides with varying modes of action to be used. Also, herbicides will be applied according to manufacturer's label recommendations (i.e. application rate, method, and timing) to prevent development of plant resistance. Herbicide selection will be based on weed emergence, timing of application, past applications, and ground and weather conditions during the applications. Successful IWM begins with an understanding of the target plant species and the environment within which it grows. Next, the physiologic effects of an herbicide on plant growth and development must be understood. Understanding a pesticide's chemical nature is also important in minimizing impacts to non -target species, the applicator, endangered species, and pollinators, as well as surface water runoff hazards and leaching into groundwater. Every herbicide label contains information regarding environmental hazards. This information will be evaluated for each herbicide considered for use at the site and herbicides will be selected which pose minimal to no environmental hazards. All pesticides will be handled with care, and applied by qualified personnel. Properly identifying the weed problem and the most effective chemical control method for use during the plant growth cycle is critical to effective weed control. Equipment will be properly calibrated before herbicides are applied and appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be used. Empty containers will be disposed of promptly, safely and according with product labeling. Herbicides vary in the amount of time after an application before it is safe to re-enter the treated area without protective clothing and equipment. The site re-entry time is affected by the rate of application, size of the area treated and the amount of time to be spent in the field. For the safety of employees and contractors, the Restricted Entry Interval (REI) listed on the herbicide's label will be followed. Appropriate herbicide application records will be maintained as specified by the CDA. 1.2 (c) — Monitoring and Follow -Up Even with effective weed management strategies, it often takes several seasons to eradicate or bring weed populationsto an acceptable level. With well -established infestations, it is likely that a seed bank has developed in the soil capable of producing new plants for many years. An infestation of weeds can easily re -invade treated areas in one growing season if control and treatment activities are prematurely curtailed. Weed management efforts should be carried out over an adequate number of growing seasons to realize effective weed management within the target area. As with all weed management, this multi -season effort is best served by effective documentation of control efforts and continued vigilance in successive seasons of management. Information can be used to modify treatment priorities and weed management strategies over time. Vigilance is required against new infestations that may be moving into the site. These new sources of infestation may be worked into prevention and management plans as necessary. 6. This weed management plan will be modified over time as site conditions change. Weed management strategies and priorities can be modified as weed infestations change in response to continued control efforts. 1.3— Drainage and Erosion Control Installation of the solar facility will not alter existing drainage patterns or flow rates on the site and runoff water quality will not be impacted by the solar facility components. Installation of water quality or detention facilities would require clearing, grubbing, grading and reseeding of a portion of the site and would likely increase the potential for erosion, sediment transport and concentrated flow. Accordingly, water quality and detention are not recommended for this project. Appropriate temporary (construction -related) erosion and sedimentation control Best Management Practices (BMPs), will be applied during the construction phase of the project. The BMPs will be inspected on a regular basis to ensure proper functionality. 1.4 - Signature Richard L. Miller Prepared by: Richard L. 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Cres6un Solar Usti lOntslo KW 'CT rut 'OS LGICIIIJCf C1J '11,!102' T100 STORMWATER MEMO FOR THE Gilcrest Sun Small Scale Solar Facility [USRXX-XXXX] County of Weld, Colorado DECEMBER 17, 2020 PREPARED FOR: ISunShare PREPARED BY: Westwood Stormwater Memo I Gilcrest Sun December 17, 2020 Stormwater Memo Gilcrest Sun Small Scale Solar Facility Weld County, Colorado Prepared For: SunShare, LLC 1151 Bannock Street Denver, Colorado 80204 County Case Number USR XX-XXXX Project Number: Roo22o49.03 Date: November 19th, 2020 Prepared By: Westwood 12701 Whitewater Drive, Suite 300 Minnetonka, MN 55343 (952) 937-5150 11 I Confidential and Proprietary. TBPLS Firm #10074302 Stormwater Memo I Gilcrest Sun December 17, 2020 Table of Contents Project Site 2 General Description of Project 2 Drainage Design 2 Drainage Improvements 2 Adjacent Areas 3 Onsite Soils 3 Timing/Phasing Schedule 3 BMP Installation, Inspection, and Removal 3 Permanent Stabilization 3 Summary 3 References Cited 5 Attachments Attachment 1: Gilcrest Sun Small Scale Solar Facility Site Plan Attachment 2: USDA Web Soil Survey Map 1 I Confidential and Proprietary, TBPLS Firm #10074302 Stormwater Memo I Gilcrest Sun December 17, 2020 Project Site This Drainage Report has been prepared on behalf of Sun Share, LLC for the proposed construction of the Gilcrest Sun Small Scale Solar Facility in Weld County, Colorado hereinafter referred to as the project. The proposed development is located in the SW1/4 Quarter of Section 20, Township 4 North, and Range 66 West of the 6th Prime Meridian. More specifically the Project site is approximately 14.16 acres of land and is located approximately 1.6 miles northwest of Gilcrest and approximately 500 feet east of the Weld County Road (WCR) 42 and 27 intersection, State of Colorado. The site is covered intermittently with agricultural row crops depending on time of year. The ground surface slopes to the north at an average slope of approximately 0.20%. The site is within a FEMA Zone X, which is an area of minimal flood hazard. The site is therefore not within a loo -year flood plain. General Description of Project It is proposed to develop approximately 14.16 acres of land for the project of an approximate 5MW solar array. The solar array will deliver renewable energy to Xcel Energy under a 20 -year power purchase agreement (PPA). The facility is designed for un-manned operation except for bi-annual maintenance. Therefore, this facility will not represent any significant traffic impact to the surrounding county roads. Upon termination of the PPA, the improvements will be removed and the land will be restored to historic conditions. Drainage Design The area under and around the solar panels will be planted with low -maintenance grass seed mix. Very little additional impervious surface will be added to the site. The only new impervious surface is the gravel access road (34,311 ft^2) and concrete inverter pads, which are 610 square feet, per Weld County solar panels are not considered impervious on A or B soils. Given this and based on conversations with County reviewers, the site will need not need a detention pond per Weld County requirements due to the minimal onsite addition of impervious and the access road being disconnected impervious surface. In Proposed Conditions runoff will continue to sheet flow to the north as it does in existing conditions. Historically stormwater runs north and then continues north. When the site is fully vegetated after construction, stormwater will flow off the solar panels, onto the ground, and run through the grass. The onsite soils, which are all categorized as hydrologic soil group A (Attachment 2), are conducive to infiltration. This soil type was also categorized as an open sandy loam. The fully vegetated site will slow runoff and encourage infiltration. Drainage Improvements There are no proposed drainage improvements on site. All existing flowpaths will be maintained and perennial vegetation will be planted onsite that will decrease runoff and encourage infiltration. 2 I Confidential and Proprietary. TBPLS Firm #10074302 Stormwater Memo I Gi'crest Sun December 17, 2020 Adjacent Areas A channel is located south of the project area and Highway 42 but does not flow through the site and the site does not flow directly into it. Minor runoff from the southern portion of the parcel sheet flows onto the project site and continues north. This small amount of water will pass through the site as in existing conditions. Onsite Soils The soils for this project site are classified as hydrologic soil group A (Attachment 4). The soil types found in the project site area are Julesburg sandy loam, o to 1 percent slopes. This soil information is based on the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) National Cooperative Soil Survey. The proposed vegetated conditions will slow run off and encourage infiltration. Timing/Phasing Schedule In the initial and interim stages, the contractor shall install silt fence, vehicle traction control and concrete washout at the entrance, and a stabilized staging area. In the final stage of construction, seeding and mulching and surface roughing shall be done in all disturbed areas, and erosion control blankets shall be installed on all slopes greater than 4:1. The contractor shall also remove the vehicle traction control, concrete washout, stabilized staging area, erosion control blanket, and silt fence in the final stage of construction. BMP Installation, Inspection, and Removal BMPs will be installed prior to project construction, with the exception of the BMPs in the final stage. BMPs will be inspected weekly and as required by the County through project completion by the contractor. BMPs will be maintained and remain in place at least until construction is finished and the site is vegetated. Once all exposed areas have been covered, the BMPs may be removed. Since the project does not include any other disturbance, no additional site stabilization is necessary and/or warranted. Permanent Stabilization The project will be seeded with the Weld County's upland rea seed mix to establish permanent stabilization after construction activity has ceased. Reference the table on sheet 13-66 of Appendix A in the USDCM Manual, Volume 2, Chapter 13. As per the USDCM Manual, permanent seeding involves the loosening of soil, applying topsoil, drill seeding the disturbed areas to a depth not less than 1/4 inch and not more than 3/4 inch, and crimping the seeded areas in straw mulch at a rate of 2 tons per acre to provide immediate erosion protection. Summary The proposed site will be designed to maintain its existing drainage patterns. Due to the limited amount of impervious surface proposed and the proposed conversion of the site from row crops to the vegetated cover under the panels a decrease in runoff rates is expected for the proposed conditions when compared to existing conditions. Water quality will be provided by the disconnected impervious and the proposed vegetation below the panels. 3 I Confidential and Proprietary. TBPLS Firm #10074302 Stormwater Memo I Gi'crest Sun December 1,7, 2020 Based on the landcover conversion and the addition of the detention pond the site design will adequately protect public health, safety, and general welfare and will have no adverse impacts on public right-of-way or offsite properties. 4 I Confidential and Proprietary. TBPLS Firm #10074302 Stormwater Memo I Gi'crest Sun December 17, 2020 References Cited National Engineering Handbook, Part 630 Hydrology. Chapter 9 Hydrologic Soil -Cover Complexes. USDA. NRCS. 21O-VI-NEH, July 2004 Web soil survey. Retrieved July 2020, from https://websoilsurvey.sc.egov.usda.gov/App/WebSoilSurvey.aspx NOAA, & Service, N. W. AHPS Precipitation analysis. Retrieved July 2020, from http://water.weather.gov/precip/download.php USGS. USGS water resources: About USGS water resources. Retrieved March 2020, from https://water.usgs.gov/GIS/huc.html FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps, retrieved July 2020 from https://msc.fema.gov/portal/advanceSearch#searchresultsanchor 5 I Confidential and Proprietary. TBPLS Firm #10074302 Attachment 1 Gilcrest Sun Small Scale Solar Facility Site Plan III 3 I a 5 I 6 I 7 I 8 9 02019 Westwood Pro'e,5.On.I Simnel M1I USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW USR 81 1 0. ,DIG811. XX-XXXX .9 'V c0118 0c, o O I' 1.800 MW -AC (2.189 MW -DC) SOLAR ARRAY PROJECT A PORTION OF THE SW 1/4 OF SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 4 NORTH, RANGE 66 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M., COUNTY OF WELD, STATE OF COLORADO GILCRESTSUN SOLAR li ' , II , EXISTING GAS WELL (CAPPED AND ABANDONED) EXISTING GAS LINE / !/ 25' GAS WELL SETBACK lilic/vosun • 13285 County Road 42. 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STATE OF COLORADO GILCRESTSUN SOLAR RK.I IT TO EXTRACT MINERAL RESOURCES STATEMENT WILD COUNTY HAS SOME OF TILL MOST ABUNDANT MINERAL RESOURCES, INCLUDING. BUT NOT LIMITED TO. SAND AND GRAVEL OIL. NATURAL GAS AND COAL UNDER TITLE 34. OF THE COLORADO REVISED STATUTES. MINERALS ARE VITAL RESOURCES BECAUSE (N THE STATES COMMERCIAL MINERAL DEPOSITS ARE ESSENTIAL TO THE STATE S ECONOMY (BI THE POPULOUS COUNTIES OF THE STATE FACE A CRITICAL SHORTAGE OF SUCH DEPOSITS, AND :C) SUCH DEPOSITS SHOULD SE EXTRACTED ACCORDING TO A RATIONAL PLAN. CALCULATED TO AVOID WASTE OF SUCH DEPOSITS AND CAUSE THE LEAST PRACTICABLE DISRUPTION OF THE ECOLOGY ANOQUALITY OF LIFE OF THE CITIZENS Of THE POPULOUS COUNTIES or THE STATE MINERAL RESOURCE LOCATIONS ARE WIDESPREAD THROUGHOUT THE COUNTY AND PERSONS MOVING INTO THESE AREAS MUST RECOGNIZE THE VARIOUS IMPACTS AcccrlATED WITH THIS DEVELOPMENT OFTENTIMES, MINERAL RESOURCE SITES ARE FIXED TO THEIR GEOGRAPHICAL AND GEOPHYSICAL LOCATIONS MOREOVER. THESE RESOURCES ARE PROTECTED PROPERTY RIGHTS AND MINERAL OWNERS LIOULD BE AFFORDED HIE OPPORTUNITY TO EXTRACT THE MINERAL RESOURCE THE WELD COUNTY RIGHT TO FARM STATEMENT. AS 11 APPEARS IN SECTION 22-2-20..1.2 OF THE WELD COUNTY CODE. SHALL BE PLACED ON THE MAP AND RECOGNIZED AT ALL TIMES WELD COUNTY IS ONE OF THE MOST PRODUCTIVE AGRICULTURAL COUNTIES IN THE UNITED STATES, TYPICALLY RANKING IN THE TOP TEN COUNTIES IN THE COUNTRY IN TOTAL MARKET VALUE OF AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS SOLD THE RURAL AREAS OF MELO COUNTY MAY BE OPEN AND SPACIOUS. BUT THEY ARE INTENSIVELY USED FOR AGRICULTURE PERSONS MOVING INTO A RURAL AREA MUST RECOGNIZE AND ACCEPT THERE ARE DRAWBACKS. INCLUDING CONFLICTS 0TH LONG-STANDING AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES AND A LOWER LEVEL Or SERVICES h1AN IN TOWN ALONG 0TH THE DRAWBACKS COME THE INCENTIVES 011CH ATTRACT URBAN DWELLERS TO RELOCATE TO RURAL AREAS OPEN VIEWS. SPAO0USNESS. WILDUrE. LACK OF CITY NOSE AND CONGESTION. AND THE RURAL ATMOSPHERE AND WAY CF LIFE OTHOUT NEIGHBORING FARMS. THOSE FEATURES *HIGH ATTRACT URBAN OWELLERS TO RURAL MELD COUNTY WOULD QUICKLY BE GONE FOREVER AGRICULTURAL USERS OF THE LAND SHOULD NOT BE EXPECTED TO CHANCE THEIR LONG-ESTABLISHED AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES TO ACCOMMODATE THE INTRUSIONS OF URBAN USERS INTO A RURAL AREA WELL -RUN AGRICULTURAL ACTIVITIES OIL GENERATE OFF -SITE IMPACTS, INCLUDING NOISE FROM TRACTORS AND EQUIPMENT. SLOW -MOVING FARM VEHICLES ON RURAL ROADS: DUST FROM ANIMAL PENS. FIELD WORK. HARVEST AND GRAVEL ROADS. ODOR FROM ANNEAL CONFINEMENT. SILAGE AND MANURE. SMOKE FROM DITCH BURNING; FLIES AND MOSQUITOES: HUNTING AND TRAPPING ACTIVITIES. SHOOTING SPORTS. LEGAL HAZING OF NUISANCE OLOLIFE, AND THE USE OF PESTICIDES AND FERTILIZERS IN THE FIELDS, INCLUDING THE USE OF AERIAL SPRAYING IT IS COMMON PRACTICE FOR AGRICULTURAL PRODUCERS TO UTILIZE AN ACCUMULATION OF AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY AND SUPPLIES TO ASSIST IN THEIR AGRICULTURAL OPERATIONS A CONCENTRATION OF MISCELLANEOUS AGRICULTURAL MATERIALS OFTEN PRODUCES A VISUAL DISPARITY BETWEEN RURAL AND URBAN AREAS OF THE COUNTY SECTION 35-35-102. CR.S. PROVIDES THAT AN AGRICULTURAL OPERATION SHALL NOT BE FOUND TO BE A PUBLIC OR PRIVATE NUISANCE IF THE AGRICULTURAL OPERATION ALLEGED TO BE A NUISANCE EMPLOYS METHOOS OR PRACTICES THAT ARE COMMONLY OR REASONABLY ASSOCIATED 0TH AGRICULTURAL PROOUCTION.WATER HAS BEEN. AND CONTNUES TO BE, THE LIFELINE FOR THE AGRICULTURAL COMMUNITY IT IS uNREALISTIC TO ASSUME THAT DITCHES ANO RESERVOIRS MAY SIMPLY BE MOVED 'Our OF THE WAY' or RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT WHEN MOVING TO THE COUNTY. PROPERTY OWNERS AND RESIDENTS MUST REALIZE THEY CANNOT TAKE WATER FROM IRRIGATION DITCHES. LAKES OR OTHER STRUCTURES. UNLESS THEY HAVE AN ADJUOICATEO RIGHT TO THE WATER WELD COUNTY COVERS A LAND AREA OF APPRO70UATELY FOUR THOUSAND (4.000) SQUARE MILES IN 9ZE (TWICE THE SIZE Cr THE STATE OF DELAWARE) 0TH MORE THAN THREE THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED (3.700) PALES OF STATE AND COUNTY ROADS OUTSIDE OF MUNICIPALITIES THE SHEER MAGNITUDE OF THE AREA TO BE SERVED STRETCHES AVAILABLE RESOURCES. LAW ENFORCEMENT IS BASED ON RESPONSES TO COMPLAINTS MORE THAN ON PATROLS D< THE COUNTY, AND THE DISTANCES WHICH MUST BE TRAVELED WAY DELAY ALL EMERGENCY RESPONSES. INCLUDING LAW ENFORCEMENT AMBULANCE AND FIRE FIRE PROTECTION IS USUALLY PROVIDED 9v VOLUNTEERS WHO MUST LEAVE THEIR JOBS AND FAMILIES TO RESPOND TO EMERGENCIES COUNTY GRAVEL ROADS. NO MATTER HOW OFTEN THEY ARE BLADED NIL NOT PROVIDE THE SAME KIND OF SURFACE EXPECTED FROM A PAVED ROAD 940* REMOVAL PRIORITIES MEAN THAT ROADS FROM SUBDIVISIONS TO ARTERIALS MAY NOT BE CLEARED FOR SEVERAL DAYS AFTER A MAJOR SNOWSTORM. SERVICES IN RURAL AREAS. IN MANY CASES. WU NOT BE EQUIVALENT TO MUNICIPAL SERVICES RURAL DWELLERS MUST, BY NECESSITY BE MORE SELF-SUFFICIENT THAN URBAN DWELLERS PEOPLE ARE EXPOSED TO DIFFERENT HAZARDS IN THE COUNTY THAN IN AN URBAN OR SUBURBAN SETTING FARM EQUIPMENT AND OIL FIELD EQUIPMENT, PONDS AND IRRIGATION DITCHES. ELECTRICAL POWER FOR PUMPS AND CENTER PIVOT OPERATIONS. HIGH-SPEED TRAFFIC. SAND BURS. PUNCTURE VINES, TERRITORIAL FARM DOGS AND LIVESTOCK AND OPEN BURNING PRESENT REAL THREATS CONTROLLING CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES IS IMPORTANT NOT ONLY FOR THEIR SAFETY. BUT ALSO FOR THE PROTECTION OF THE FARMER'S LIVELIHOOD (WELD COUNTY CODE ORDINANCE 2002-6. 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COUNTY OF WELD, STATE OF COLORADO GILCRESTSUN SOLAR GILCRESTSUN SOLAR FACILITY PLEASE CALL (800) 793-0786 TO CONTACT THE PROJECT [OPERATOR. � - J ANI 4JEVII IC Att. Al WI *V'IV CO'IACI I.'0 MA * raSLO MIDI IO COVS' 8,001. ( gpa ao1K • AI. 903SimN ■ bate% OV'4 MY MS94M. &DWI* l0C Wtra Ji M'C W.Op610C 2 APO ••e!1/432!S M a ) Mt 84 or I.t Wa) COLI.'V COTE A001IDNA. SiGrat IM. 9K u0•0 YIAIa'.. WI ASMCC PM WENT _towA coot WELD COUNTY CASE NUMBER USA t1 0054 ;DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING SERVICES; • /WARNING S L _ HIGH VOLTAGE KEEP OUT PHOTOVOLTAIC ARRAY I AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY J Ti -_u-c IAM. FOR ACInC..4.gam'' Vita pc Min ix fir MD.1O waH'li 0l SAW C. 44 -or% orrie. ow , 811 or to$Ge».co1 Zoowo E11 Poor. lAb .If. t 4: i.• loon. 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Southern Part (GilcrestSun) 40° 1740" N 40° 17 20" N 0 Map Scale: 1:3,080 if pnnted on A portrait (8.5" x 11") sheet. w N 516260 Meters 0 45 90 180 270 Feet 0 100 200 400 600 Map projecton: Web Mercator Corner coordinates: WGS84 Edge tics: UTM Zone 13N WG584 516400 516470 8 40° 17 40" N 40° 17 20' N USDA Natural Resources Web Soil Survey a Conservation Service National Cooperative Soil Survey 7/20/2020 Page 1 of 4 Soil Rating Points ❑ A ❑ A/D ■ B B/D Hydrologic Soil Group —Weld County, Colorado, Southern Part (GilcrestSun) MAP LEGEND MAP INFORMATION Area of Interest (AO() Area of Interest (AOI) Soils Soil Rating Polygons A A/D B B/D C C/D D Not rated or not available Soil Rating Lines of A Aerial Photography . • A/D D 0 0 C The soil surveys that comprise your AOI were mapped at 1 24,000. C/D D Not rated or not available Water Features Streams and Canals Transportation Rails Background Interstate Highways US Routes Major Roads Local Roads Warning: Soil Map may not be valid at this scale. Enlargement of maps beyond the scale of mapping can cause misunderstanding of the detail of mapping and accuracy of soil line placement. The maps do not show the small areas of contrasting soils that could have been shown at a more detailed scale. Please rely on the bar scale on each map sheet for map measurements. Source of Map: Natural Resources Conservation Service Web Soil Survey URL: Coordinate System: Web Mercator (EPSG:3857) Maps from the Web Soil Survey are based on the Web Mercator projection. which preserves direction and shape but distorts distance and area. A projection that preserves area. such as the Albers equal-area conic projection. should be used if more accurate calculations of distance or area are required. This product is generated from the USDA-NRCS certified data as of the version date(s) listed below. Soil Survey Area: Weld County, Colorado. Southern Part Survey Area Data: Version 19. Jun 5, 2020 Soil map units are labeled (as space allows) for map scales "v D 1:50,000 or larger. • Not rated or not available Date(s) aerial images were photographed: Jul 19, 2018 -Aug 10, 2018 The orthophoto or other base map on which the soil lines were compiled and digitized probably differs from the background imagery displayed on these maps. As a result. some minor shifting of map unit boundaries may be evident. LSE)\ :s= Natural Resources Conservation Service Web Soil Survey National Cooperative Soil Survey 7/20/2020 Page 2 of 4 Hydrologic Soil Group —Weld County, Colorado, Southern Part GilcrestSun Hydrologic Soil Group Map unit symbol Map unit name Rating Acres in AOI Percent of AOI 29 Julesburg sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes A 42.7 100.0% Totals for Area of Interest 42.7 100.0% Description Hydrologic soil groups are based on estimates of runoff potential. Soils are assigned to one of four groups according to the rate of water infiltration when the soils are not protected by vegetation, are thoroughly wet, and receive precipitation from long -duration storms. The soils in the United States are assigned to four groups (A, B, C, and D) and three dual classes (A/D, B/D, and C/D). The groups are defined as follows: Group A. Soils having a high infiltration rate (low runoff potential) when thoroughly wet. These consist mainly of deep, well drained to excessively drained sands or gravelly sands. These soils have a high rate of water transmission. Group B. Soils having a moderate infiltration rate when thoroughly wet. These consist chiefly of moderately deep or deep, moderately well drained or well drained soils that have moderately fine texture to moderately coarse texture. These soils have a moderate rate of water transmission. Group C. Soils having a slow infiltration rate when thoroughly wet. These consist chiefly of soils having a layer that impedes the downward movement of water or soils of moderately fine texture or fine texture. These soils have a slow rate of water transmission. Group D. Soils having a very slow infiltration rate (high runoff potential) when thoroughly wet. These consist chiefly of clays that have a high shrink -swell potential, soils that have a high water table, soils that have a claypan or clay layer at or near the surface, and soils that are shallow over nearly impervious material. These soils have a very slow rate of water transmission. If a soil is assigned to a dual hydrologic group (A/D, B/D, or C/D), the first letter is for drained areas and the second is for undrained areas. Only the soils that in their natural condition are in group D are assigned to dual classes. Rating Options Aggregation Method: Dominant Condition Component Percent Cutoff. None Specified USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Web Soil Survey National Cooperative Soil Survey 7/20/2020 Page 3 of 4 Hydrologic Soil Group —Weld County, Colorado, Southern Part GilcrestSun Tie -break Rule: Higher USDA Natural Resources Web Soil Survey Conservation Service National Cooperative Soil Survey 7/20/2020 Page 4 of 4 Decommissioning/Reclamation Plan For a Medium -Scale Solar Facility GilcrestSun In Compliance with: (Section 23-4-1030 B of the Weld County Code) Case Number: USR Number— USR21-0004 Wetco Farms, Inc. (Parcel ID No. 1105720000010) Prepared for: Weld County Department of Planning Services 1555 North 17th Avenue Greeley, CO 80631 Prepared by: SunShare, LLC Denver, Colorado InShare C 4 M h5 V ry l i r S 0 111 A Date Prepared: December, 2020 Date Revised: April, 2021 1.0 Overview As a condition of approval for the Site -Specific Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit, Weld County required that SunShare prepare a Decommissioning/Reclamation Plan for the solar facility, that is to be reviewed and approved by the Weld County Department of Planning Services. The intent of this Decommissioning/Reclamation Plan is to provide a comprehensive plan for removal of the solar facility after its useful life and/or the termination of power generation operations; and to return the subject property to conditions that existed prior to the solar facility's construction. The solar power generation facility has an estimated useful life of 3o years or more, with an opportunity for a life of 5o years or more with equipment replacement and repowering. At the end of the useful life of the facility, SunShare will cease power generation, decommission the facility, and remove the components of the facility from the subject property. The site will be reclaimed and returned to the agricultural use that existed prior to the facility being constructed. This Decommissioning/Reclamation Plan is subject to refinement should future best practices or alternate methods be developed by the solar industry, during the life of this facility. SunShare will follow solar industry standards and best management practices (BM Ps) that exist at the time of decommissioning and reclamation of the site. Li Procedures for Decommissioning the Solar Facility After Useful Life & Termination of Power Generation The solar facility consists of numerous recyclable materials, including glass, semiconductor material, steel, aluminum, copper, and plastics. When the facility reaches the end of its operational life, the component parts can be dismantled, and for the most part, salvaged or recycled at properly licensed facilities. Some site features, such as internal roads, driveways, drainage features/improvements, and electrical interconnections may remain on the site, depending upon the anticipated future use of the property. All such improvements, that are scheduled to remain after the decommissioning of the site, will be approved by the Weld County Department of Planning Services. Page 2 of 5 The following steps will be followed in the decommissioning of the solar facility: ■ Approximately one year prior to the planned decommissioning of the facility, SunShare will schedule a pre -closure meeting with the Weld County Department of Planning Services to discuss the process for the site decommissioning and restoration. The final decommissioning details will be developed through consultation with the Weld County Department of Planning Services and other departments and agencies that have jurisdiction over activities in the decommissioning process. Any required permits will be obtained prior to implementation of the Decommissioning/Reclamation Plan. ■ Appropriate temporary (construction -related) erosion and sedimentation control BMPs will be applied during the decommissioning phase of the project. The BMPs will be inspected on a regular basis to ensure proper functionality. ■ Effectively, the decommissioning of the solar facility proceeds in reverse order of the installation: 1. A site -specific health and safety plan shall be developed, prior to beginning decommissioning activities, which incorporates the specific sequence and procedures to be followed. 2. Coordination with local departments and agencies to develop route plans and obtain necessary permits for the transportation of materials and equipment to and from the site. 3. The solar facility shall be disconnected from the utility grid. This process will be coordinated with Xcel Energy. 4. PV modules shall be disconnected, collected and transported to a properly licensed recycling facility. 5. Above ground and underground electrical interconnection and distribution cabling shall be removed and salvaged or recycled off -site at an approved recycling facility. 6. The aluminum racking that supports the PV modules shall be removed and salvaged or recycled off -site at an approved recycling facility. Page 3of5 7. PV module support steel and support posts shall be removed and salvaged or recycled off -site at an approved recycling facility. S. Electrical and electronic devices, including transformers, semiconductors materials, inverters, and batteries, shall be removed and salvaged or recycled off -site at an approved recycling facility. g. Concrete foundations shall be removed and will be recycled off -site at an approved concrete recycling facility. 10. Fencing shall be removed and will be recycled off -site at an approved recycling facility. 21. The site will be restored to its original condition, including any necessary sculpting of soils to match existing natural contours and the re -seeding of native grasses. Any soil that had been re -located for construction purposes will be redistributed on the site or used for landscaping purposes. Soils will be compacted for those areas where foundations or piers have been removed. 1.2 Equipment to be Used for the Decommissioning of the Solar Facility The decommissioning of the solar facility will be undertaken using traditional heavy construction equipment, including front-end loaders, bull dozers, cranes, excavators (track - mounted and rubber -tired), water tankers, trucks, and pick-ups. Semi -trucks will be used to transport materials to off -site salvage or recycle centers. 1.3 Dust Mitigation During the Decommissioning Phase Water tankers will be used to help control dust while the decommissioning activities are occurring on the site. During the decommissioning of the facility, SunShare will exercise BMPs to limit fugitive dust from being airborne and traveling beyond the property lines. Dust control efforts will be monitored by the site foreman on a regular basis to ensure fugitive dust is adequately controlled. Water spray will be applied, as needed, to unpaved areas during periods of dry weather. Care will be taken not to over -apply water and create mud. Vehicle tracking devices will be installed at truck exit drives, per the requirements of Weld County. Vehicles Page 4of5 operating on the site during the decommissioning phase will limit their speed to 15 mph or less, to minimize dust emissions. 1.4 Financial Assurance to Cover the Decommissioning of the Solar Facility In the Board of County Commissioners' Resolution dated , 2021, the Board required SunShare, LLC to provide financial assurance to the County in the form of a surety bond, in an amount established by the Director of the Department of Planning Services, to ensure proper decommissioning of the facility. The surety bond is to name the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County as beneficiary and be current and active at all time during the life of the permit. The required surety bond will be provided as part of this Decommissioning/Reclamation Plan. 1.5 Signature Prepared by: Richard L. Miller, AICP Development Manager Page 5of5 Site Plan LNIA NNc OAS NINE • USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW IJSR XX-XXXX 1.800 M WAC (2.1 R9 M W 0C) SOLAR ARRAY PROJECT FORTION OE NET. AR OF SECT ON }T, TOW'NSN Ps AORT•I, RANGE 6E OE STO IA F 6TN P N6ILECIESTSRM SOLAR EXISTING GAT MLLE [CAP PEYI A 451 AR4NPONESE SET CRS LINE SP, RACE - '25' GAT WELL SUSAN _ __ • PRC POI EN LEASE BOUNDAR's TEMPOFARY STABILIZED STAGING Fr�tlL LIP 'AREA am] PROPOSED PARKING FOR CONSTRUCTIONPNAS E ONLY., . . .. . FriPOSLD tiIL_RES'H.V I IF .. e00' CP 27 SETBACK �. (11111111111 [II FFIFA cii.D5 ,oLAA Apppy EXISTING GAS WELL ERISTING GAS IN L EXISTING FIBER CPTC L IN • L%! TTINGPDSTEAOVERHEADLIIVE -\' -TROPO ❑ I AE STUN I' 5u 5'GGN - .y PROPO5ED5ECU kITY FENCE PPOPOS?D SURE P-DPO5EO ACCESS A UTILITY EASEMENT PROPOSE? ACCESS POINT EXISINCPEWERPOtE - PA'NE NT INTERCONMECTION_ • LO{RTION 12.x] PV LINE CONNEC IINGTC CIrClEST SURSTATION oVNT,111)4l7 RE . LnCINIT'NAP w1141N-p.ALL Tt1F CIlE RESIOENCC EW.T MILE OT Oil RA.M LNt T\EIY Westwood 5EEarc GilcresiSun Solar WUPIel�,�y L kr,no SRC REALTOR Cover NOT FOR CONSTRVCTr6N 115O552020 T.100 USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW TRAFFIC NARRATIVE for a Medium -Scale Solar Facility GilcrestSun In partial fulfillment of Weld County's Use by Special Review Permit requirements, this Traffic Narrative has been prepared for the proposed Medium -Scale Solar Facility located at the northeast corner of WCR 42 & State Highway 601WCR 27 (the Project). This narrative is intended to provide traffic -related information and identify potential Project impacts to affected roadways within Weld County and in and around the Town of Gilcrest. The following information is included in this narrative: • Project Location, Components and Construction Schedule • Designated Travel Route • Daily Vehicle Trip Generation • Conclusions Project Location, Components and Construction Schedule Location - The Project will occupy approximately 35.032 acres, located east of the northeast corner of Weld County Road 42 & State Highway 60 (Weld County Road 27) in the SW quarter of Section 20, Township 4N, Range 66W. Components - The Project generally includes: 1.800 MW (AC) or 2.189 MW (DC) solar energy conversion system comprised of 5,472 tracker solar modules mounted on steel I -beams; concrete pad -mounted transformer and interconnect; inverters mounted at the end of array rows; an access drive with emergency turn around; and perimeter fence with gate. Construction Schedule — Once the Use by Special Review Permit is finalized, the construction phase is anticipated to take approximately sixty (60) days. Based on this, the following preliminary schedule has been prepared: • Solar Facility Components First Deliver Day 1 • Perimeter Fence Installation Day 1 to Day 11 • Solar Panel Foundation Installation Day 5 to Day 30 • Racking, Trenching, Wiring Day 10 to Day 40 • Solar Panel Installation Day 20 to Day 35 • Inspection & Set Meters Day 40 to Day 50 Share COMMUNITY SOLAR 1724 Gilpin Street, Denver, CO 80218 • Info@mysunshare.com • 800.793.0786 • • System Testing & Commissioning Day 50 to Day 60 Designated Travel Route The designated travel route includes: State Highway 85 to WCR42, then west approximately one and one -eighth (1-1/8) mile to the Project access drive. The following is a brief description of the access route roadways. State Highway (SH) 85 — In the vicinity of the Town of Gilcrest, SH 85 is a four -lane divided highway with a posted speed limit of 55 mph. The SH 85/WCR 42 intersection is signalized and has dedicated right and left-hand turn lanes. The road surface appears to be in good condition. Project -related traffic is not expected to impact SH 85. WCR 42 - The one and one -eighth (1-1/8) mile segment of WCR 42 included in the travel route is generally a +/-24'-wide paved road with varying gravel shoulder width. The posted speed limit is 30 mph in the vicinity of the Project site. The road surface appears to be in good condition. Daily Vehicle Trip Generation and Distribution Project development may be divided into the following 3 phases: material and equipment delivery; facility construction; and facility maintenance). The following Table 1 illustrates the estimated average daily trip generation by vehicle type for each Project phase. Table 1 — Vehicle Trip Generation Project Phase (Time) Vehicle Type Estimated Gross Vehicle Weight Number of Vehicles Per Day Maximum and Average Vehicle Trips Per Day Material and Equipment Delivery (approx. 1 week) Conex Container and Delivery Trucks 30,000-50,000 lbs 5-10 10-20 Equipment Hauling Trucks 20,000-40,000 lbs 0-2 0-4 Max — 24/Ave - 16 Facility Construction (2 months) Passenger Vehicles 2,000 to 10,000 lbs 5-12 10-24 Fuel Truck 20,000 to 30,000 lbs 1 2 Material Delivery Truck 20,000 to 30,000 lbs 1 2 Max — 28/Ave - 20 Operations (ongoing once operational) Utility Vehicle (Pickup Truck) 2,000 to 10,000 lbs 2 per quarter or less Max — 2 per Quarter/Ave - 0 As illustrated in Table 1, the majority of traffic generated will occur during the 3 to 4 -month construction period (Max 28/Ave 20vtpd). This traffic will generally be construction crew passenger vehicles. Share COMMUNITY SOLAR 1724 Gilpin Street, Denver, CO 80218 • Info@mysunshare.com • 800.793.0786 • The majority of heavy truck traffic including Conex container delivery (30-50 Conex containers/delivery trucks) and equipment (rubber tire loader, pile driver, forklift) delivery, and pickup will travel to and from the Project between 8:00 AM and noon and 1:00 PM and 4:30 PM. Project -related traffic during all phases will not be significant during AM and PM peak periods (7:30 — 9:00 AM and 4:30 — 6:00 PM, respectively). Conclusions 1. The Project is expected to generate up to 24 vehicle trips per day during material and equipment delivery (anticipated to be one week at the beginning of the Project and one week at the end of the Project), 24 vehicle trips per day during the construction phase (3 to 4 -months) and typically, 2 vehicle trips per quarter for routine maintenance after the system is operational. 2. Project construction is anticipated to begin in March 2021 (material and equipment delivery) and end in early May 2021 (solar facility start-up and container and equipment container pick- up). The phase with the greatest amount of traffic (construction phase) is expected to occur over a 3 to 4 -month period. 3. Daily Project -related truck traffic is not expected to impact AM and PM peak traffic periods. 4. As proposed, the solar facility installation (material/equipment delivery — approximately 1 week, solar facility installation - 2 months and solar facility operations - ongoing) is not anticipated to create adverse traffic -related impacts on Weld County roads. Based on anticipated vehicle type and weight (from Table 1), the Project is not anticipated to degrade/damage Weld County roads. Share COMMUNITY SOLAR 1724 Gilpin Street, Denver, CO 80218 • Info@mysunshare.com • 800.793.0786 • Pre apedication Notice of Inquiry Weld County Date of Inquiry El Municipality_ Name of Person inquiring PP. E. 0-0093 6.126/20 GOcrest IGA Richard L Miller P rope ry Owner Mica Fars, Inc Planner Diana Aungst Planner Phone: Number Planner Email Address Legal Description Parcel Number 970-400-3524 daungstwelogov,corn SW4 of Section 20 'MN ReetW 105"7-2.000,0010 Nearest intemection Type of Inquiry CR 42 and HWY 60 Medium solar facility (415 PAW) The abovaperson met et i th County, Planning staff about developing a. patce l of land inside your designate d Intergovernmental Agreemenbtoordinated Planning Agreement ment Boundary :hi. ". I VI County Planner's g nature Would you like to pursue annexation at IhNl property? NO _ Date of Contact 1 CnmentsF: �. Please sign and date to acknowtedge that the applicant has contacted you and return this signed form to Weld County Deportment of Planning Services. °'el d c:ounity Planning ,t)epnri corm. Toil I I * LL A vi ( p try$,.''�' 't# $OtRI I 10) 40 1100 - (9 74)) 10.44$496 4$4961 Fsr 201f 11 -.a/ Pre -application Case Date of inquiry Municipality Name of Person Inquiring Property Owner Planner Planner Phone Number Planner Email Address Legal Description Parcel Number Notice of Inquiry Weld County PRE2O-0093 6/26/20 Platteville CPA Richard L. Miller Wetco Farms, Inc Diana Aungst 970-400-3524 daungst@weldgov.com SW4 of Section 20 T4N R13601 1057-2000-0010 CR 42 and HWY 60 Medium solar facility (4.75 MW) Nearest Intersection Type of inquiry The above person rnet with County Planning staff about developing a parcel of land inside your designated intergovernmental Agreement/Coordinated Planning Agreement Boundary. County Planner's signature Would you like to pursue annexation of this property? NO YES Date of Contact th_ed"...Laz -,2/ Comments: Aa,ao�r1 C C /hap ate Signature of Municipality Representative .e-evie-eaCttaologroi..6eaafe Title allEMINIMEIMPOIOrdejlA svellisidiremai•-•••••—"• _ i,P4r- naive/ Date Please sign and date to acknowledge that the applicant has contacted you and return this signed form to Weld County Department of Planning Services. Weld County Planning Department 1555 N nth Ave, Greeley, CO 806S1 rwie (970) 4O0--6100 (97O) 3O4-6498 Fax tot 20181107 ctign et NORM'S WeriftAtifiS Mee Notice of Inquiry Weld County Pre -application Case # PREZO-0093 Date of Inquiry � 6126/20 Municipality I Milliken CPA Name of Person InquiringRichard L. Miller Property Owner Wetco Farms, Inc Planner Diana Aungst Planner Phone Number 970400-3524 Planner Email Address daungstweldgov.com Legal Description SW4 of Section 20 R66W T4N Parcel Number 1057-2000-0010 Nearest Intersection CR 42 and HWY 60 Type of Inquiry Medium solar facility (4.75 MIN) The above person met with County Planning staff about developing a parcel of land inside your designate Intergovernmental Agreement/Coordinated Planning Agreement Boundary. tk .i6art County Planner's signature Would you like to pursue annexation of this property? NO -L YES Date of Contact -'J(° ��69) o me e\c-4,-)k-\ezrkv,h,.,CS„..s. _ -day: a Please sign and date to acknowledge that the applicant has contacted you and return this signed form to Weld County Department of Planning Services. Weld County Planning Department Notice of Inquiry Weld County !R_apPlicatkon Case # PRE20-0093 Date of Inquiry 6/26/20 Municipality Evans CPA Name of Person Inquiring Richard L. Miller Property Owner Wetco Farms, Inc Planner Diana Aungst Planner Phone Number 970-400-3524 Planner Email Address daungst@weldgov.com Legal Description SW4 of Section 20 T4N R66W Parcel Number 1057-2000-0010 Nearest Intersection CR 42 and HWY 60 Type of Inquiry Medium solar facility (4.75 MW) The above person met with County Planning staff about developing a parcel of land inside your designated Intergovernmental Agreement/Coordinated Planning .Agreement Boundary. an i r County Planner's signature Would you like to pursue annexation of this property? NO _x YES Date of Contact June 29, 2020 Comments. Signed electronically - Anne Best Johnson, Community Development Director 6/2912020 Signature of Municipality Representative Title Date Please sign and date to acknowledge that the applicant has contacted you and return this signed form to Weld County Department of Planning Services. Weld County Planning Department lass N 11th Ave, Greeley, CO 80681 rie (970) 40041100 (970) 0+-6498 Fax 20181107 Weld County Treasurer Statement of Taxes Due Account Number 84408086 Assessed To Parcel 105720000010 WETCO FARMS INC. 2055 1ST AVE GREELEY, CO 80631-7219 Legal Description 17144 SW4 20 4 66 (4R2D) Sites Address 13285 COUNTY ROAD 42 WELD Year 'fax Adjustments Interest Fees Payments Balance Tax Charge 2020 Total Tax Charge $1,852.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,852)00 $1,852.00 Grand Total Due as of 01/18/2021 $1$52.00 Tax Billed at 2020 Rates for Tax Area 2191 - 2191 Authority WELD COUNTY SCHOOL DIST REI NORTHERN COLORADO WAFER (NC CENTRAL COLORADO WATER (COW CENTRAL COLORADO WATER SURD PLATTEVILLE-CILCIST FIRE AIMS JUNIOR COLLEGE HIGH. PLAINS LIBRARY Taxes Billed 2020 * Credit Levy Mill Levy 15.0380000* 14.6920000 * 1.0000000 1.1560000 2.1510000 7.4$20000 63050000 3.1510000 Amount $546.03 $533.47 $3631 541.97 $78.10 $271.67 $228.94 $11531 51.0050000 $1,852.00 Values Actual AG -SPRINKLER $ 125,194 IRRIGATED LAND Assessed $36310 Total $125,194 $363 10 ALL TAX LIEN SALE AMOUNTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO ENDORSEMENT OF CURRENT TAXES BY THE LIENHOLDER OR TO ADVERTISING AND DISTRAINT WARRANT FEES. CHANGES MAY OCCUR AND THE TREASURER'S OFFICE WILL NEED TO BE CONTACTED PRIOR TO REMITTANCE AFTER THE FOLLOWING DATES: PERSONAL PROPERTY, REAL PROPERTY, AND MOBILE HOMES - AUGUST 1. TAX LIEN SALE REDEMPTION AMOUNTS MUST BE PAID BY CASH OR CASHIER'S CHECK. POSTMARKS ARE NOT ACCEPTED ON TAX LIEN SALE REDEMPTION PAYMENTS. PAYMENTS MUST BE IN OUR OFFICE AND PROCESSED BY THE LAST BUSINESS DAY OF THE MONTH. Hello