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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20 05-01-17 Comment Summary 4,4 (A(A)Sir 2302/ n ent MLA17-00019 Comments Monday, May01, 2017 MAY ' 2011 jEFFFRSniv• CDuN Cheryl Burnette Letter ' T Den Do NOT allow this industrial operation to be established on Marrowstone Island. It belongs in an industrial area. Marrowstone is a small rural neighborhood and we do not need this large scale marijuana operation here. The neighbors do NOT want or deserve bright security lights and security cameras facing their quiet property and should not be forced to be recorded on the security cameras. Do NOT allow this. I cannot attend the commisioners' meeting due to health reasons, but I want my voice to be heard. We will be watching your vote when it comes to reelection. Rose-Ellen Leonard 1583 Griffith Point Road Nordland WA 98358 Dear Commissioners Sullivan, Kier and Dean, It is very disturbing to read the time line of the recent application for placing a commercial sized,Tier III Marijuana processing plant onto a rural Island in Puget Sound.The only public notice that we are aware of was placed a month after the Permit Application to the County. It gave a two week deadline for response from Islander to be able to set up any public hearing on this permit request. And then, as written in the Jefferson County Leader, one day after the Notice appeared,the official observation was that there was no objection reported. Well,there is objection now. Within the 2 minutes allowed for making statements, I expect the most important issue to be that Public Hearings must be held. And Jefferson County cannot announce them only the day before. Several issues loom large: This is not like any cottage industry ever before. We deny that it can claim that category. The 1978 Marrowstone Community Development Plan, which was adopted & signed by the then Jefferson County Commissioners, has restrictions on industrial development on the Island and it's potential impact on our rural Island neighbors. Why did Thurston County change their rules to deny Marijuana processing in rural areas?Are the Jefferson County Commissioners aware of them? Are the rumors true that disturbance from this same group's processing presence in Silverdale caused them to be removed from that city? What exactly is the product that they are wanting to grow& process?What proven ways are they mitigating impact to our finite land? Marrowstone Island residents are very concerned about having a thorough examination of how this proposal fits into the rural countryside of a quiet Island with only small grandfathered industry. 20 I i Respectfully submitted by... Steve Burns, President of the Marrowstone Island Community Association Patricia Earnest, Vice-President of the Marrowstone Island Community Association I am another concerned voice speaking up AGAINST a marijuana operation on Marrowstone Island. It is totally wrong for this area. A concerned citizen, Ainslie Pryor Comissioners; GA large commercial building of any kind does not belong on rural Marrowstone Island. There is plenty of room at Glen Cove. Rex Rice 360 3010447 attn: Pat Hopper We would like to voice our opposition on the question of a marijuana farm on Marrowstone Island. As with all the other comments you might be receiving, we believe you can see \\\) Marrowstone Island is a pristine, lovely, peaceful, family oriented and highly prized spot in the universe ... certainly not a place for a pot farm. Kind Regards, J.D. and Tracy Fish 2314 E Marrowstone Rd Nord land WA 98358 360-385-2885 Dear Mr. Hopper, I am writing to register my opposition to Olympus Garden's recently proposed construction of a marijuana production and processing facility on Marrowstone Island. I believe that the production and processing of commercial marijuana is fundamentally incompatible with land use zoned as "rural residential", and instead, belongs in areas zoned for agricultural or industrial use. The required fencing and lighting, among other security measures, clearly differentiates marijuana growth and processing from other agricultural enterprises, making it uniquely obtrusive and adversely impacting the character and aesthetics of residential communities. 2—d 2 �- a Odors and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) can be expected to degrade air quality, while fertilizer and pesticide runoff can potentially contaminate the aquifer and on-site stream. Many Marrowstone Island residents are entirely or partially dependent upon well water, and there do not appear to be any regulations in place to ensure that the operation is strictly organic. All these factors will predictably result in devaluation of surrounding residential properties. It appears that this proposal for a "cottage industry permit" under Jefferson County Code (JCC) 18.20.170 is in direct conflict with the conditions set forth in Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 314-55-015(5) for marijuana production and processing. JCC 18.20.170 (3)(a) and (3)(n) state that all cottage industries shall "be operated by at least one full-time, bona fide resident in a single-family residence of the parcel on which the proposed use is being requested"; and that the enterprise must be "an accessory use to the residential use of a dwelling unit." Conversely, WAC 314-55-015(5) states that the WSLCB "will not approve any marijuana license for a location where law enforcement access, without notice or cause, is limited. This includes a personal residence." This proposal, for a 78x140, (i.e., 10,920 square foot), greenhouse/canopy does not conform to JCC 18.20.170 (3)(o), which states that "any new structure constructed to accommodate the cottage industry shall be limited in scale so that it is in character with neighboring properties. In no case shall more than five thousand(5,000) square feet of total building area on the property be devoted to the cottage industry." The proposed facility is more than double that limit. There are only a few commercial structures on Marrowstone Island, and none come anywhere close to approximating this in scale. This proposal is clearly not "in character with neighboring properties" or consistent with scale of other commercial enterprises on the Island. A final concern that I would like to bring to your attention, is that there are four fines and two written warnings associated with Olympus Garden's marijuana license. This track record suggests a high probability of continued violations, and does not bode well for making a good neighbor. I strongly urge the County to deny this permit, and I respectfully request that I receive notice of any hearings or decisions related to this proposed facility. Sincerely, t� Jo Ann Comstock (full-time resident) 11.Reef Road Nordland, WA 98358 Dear Pat Hopper Residents of Marrowstone Island moved here to enjoy the peace,tranquility, and beauty of the island. We feel that the proposal to grow Marijuana and the size of the structure at 9272 Flagler Road would severely impact the island's way of life. Fort Flagler,the Nordland Store,Smitty's RV Park and all the cottage industries rely on tourists to support their way of life. Historically,this kind of activity draws a criminal element i.e., robbery, break-ins, and unsavory individuals that impacts the surrounding neighborhood. This proposal would bring additional traffic on the island and, most of all, will destroy our piece of mind. 3 �{ • We feel it is imperative that a public hearing should be held before this proposal is approved. Thank you. Bill and Ivy Morris to the commissioners, please extend more time for public hearings on proposal to put the large industrial marijuana facility l.\i on this small island. there are other places in this state that are much more suitable for the marijuana industry. danielle roth 264 Mumby Road: our home since 1997, is less than a half of a mile from the proposed site. On behalf of the clear night skies, our good well water,the untainted fresh air, and thriving shell fish in Kilisut Harbor, we oppose this application. Sally R. Murray and Charles K. Simis We want to be on record as homeowners opposed to the planned marijuana grow operation on Marrowstone Island. I have owned my home on Marrowstone Island since 1987.The proposed facility is not far from our home and we are very concerned about this type of operation on the island.This type of facility is better suited for industrial areas, not near homes and a state park,and definitely not on an ,\, island with a limited water supply!! Thank you, Andrea &Tony Barnett 61 Plute Rd, Nordland 360-774-0090 Z0 ,I 4,4 (A(A)Sir 2302/ n ent MLA17-00019 Comments Monday, May01, 2017 MAY ' 2011 jEFFFRSniv• CDuN Cheryl Burnette Letter ' T Den Do NOT allow this industrial operation to be established on Marrowstone Island. It belongs in an industrial area. Marrowstone is a small rural neighborhood and we do not need this large scale marijuana operation here. The neighbors do NOT want or deserve bright security lights and security cameras facing their quiet property and should not be forced to be recorded on the security cameras. Do NOT allow this. I cannot attend the commisioners' meeting due to health reasons, but I want my voice to be heard. We will be watching your vote when it comes to reelection. Rose-Ellen Leonard 1583 Griffith Point Road Nordland WA 98358 Dear Commissioners Sullivan, Kier and Dean, It is very disturbing to read the time line of the recent application for placing a commercial sized,Tier III Marijuana processing plant onto a rural Island in Puget Sound.The only public notice that we are aware of was placed a month after the Permit Application to the County. It gave a two week deadline for response from Islander to be able to set up any public hearing on this permit request. And then, as written in the Jefferson County Leader, one day after the Notice appeared,the official observation was that there was no objection reported. Well,there is objection now. Within the 2 minutes allowed for making statements, I expect the most important issue to be that Public Hearings must be held. And Jefferson County cannot announce them only the day before. Several issues loom large: This is not like any cottage industry ever before. We deny that it can claim that category. The 1978 Marrowstone Community Development Plan, which was adopted & signed by the then Jefferson County Commissioners, has restrictions on industrial development on the Island and it's potential impact on our rural Island neighbors. Why did Thurston County change their rules to deny Marijuana processing in rural areas?Are the Jefferson County Commissioners aware of them? Are the rumors true that disturbance from this same group's processing presence in Silverdale caused them to be removed from that city? What exactly is the product that they are wanting to grow& process?What proven ways are they mitigating impact to our finite land? Marrowstone Island residents are very concerned about having a thorough examination of how this proposal fits into the rural countryside of a quiet Island with only small grandfathered industry. 20 I i Respectfully submitted by... Steve Burns, President of the Marrowstone Island Community Association Patricia Earnest, Vice-President of the Marrowstone Island Community Association I am another concerned voice speaking up AGAINST a marijuana operation on Marrowstone Island. It is totally wrong for this area. A concerned citizen, Ainslie Pryor Comissioners; GA large commercial building of any kind does not belong on rural Marrowstone Island. There is plenty of room at Glen Cove. Rex Rice 360 3010447 attn: Pat Hopper We would like to voice our opposition on the question of a marijuana farm on Marrowstone Island. As with all the other comments you might be receiving, we believe you can see \\\) Marrowstone Island is a pristine, lovely, peaceful, family oriented and highly prized spot in the universe ... certainly not a place for a pot farm. Kind Regards, J.D. and Tracy Fish 2314 E Marrowstone Rd Nord land WA 98358 360-385-2885 Dear Mr. Hopper, I am writing to register my opposition to Olympus Garden's recently proposed construction of a marijuana production and processing facility on Marrowstone Island. I believe that the production and processing of commercial marijuana is fundamentally incompatible with land use zoned as "rural residential", and instead, belongs in areas zoned for agricultural or industrial use. The required fencing and lighting, among other security measures, clearly differentiates marijuana growth and processing from other agricultural enterprises, making it uniquely obtrusive and adversely impacting the character and aesthetics of residential communities. 2—d 2 �- a Odors and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) can be expected to degrade air quality, while fertilizer and pesticide runoff can potentially contaminate the aquifer and on-site stream. Many Marrowstone Island residents are entirely or partially dependent upon well water, and there do not appear to be any regulations in place to ensure that the operation is strictly organic. All these factors will predictably result in devaluation of surrounding residential properties. It appears that this proposal for a "cottage industry permit" under Jefferson County Code (JCC) 18.20.170 is in direct conflict with the conditions set forth in Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 314-55-015(5) for marijuana production and processing. JCC 18.20.170 (3)(a) and (3)(n) state that all cottage industries shall "be operated by at least one full-time, bona fide resident in a single-family residence of the parcel on which the proposed use is being requested"; and that the enterprise must be "an accessory use to the residential use of a dwelling unit." Conversely, WAC 314-55-015(5) states that the WSLCB "will not approve any marijuana license for a location where law enforcement access, without notice or cause, is limited. This includes a personal residence." This proposal, for a 78x140, (i.e., 10,920 square foot), greenhouse/canopy does not conform to JCC 18.20.170 (3)(o), which states that "any new structure constructed to accommodate the cottage industry shall be limited in scale so that it is in character with neighboring properties. In no case shall more than five thousand(5,000) square feet of total building area on the property be devoted to the cottage industry." The proposed facility is more than double that limit. There are only a few commercial structures on Marrowstone Island, and none come anywhere close to approximating this in scale. This proposal is clearly not "in character with neighboring properties" or consistent with scale of other commercial enterprises on the Island. A final concern that I would like to bring to your attention, is that there are four fines and two written warnings associated with Olympus Garden's marijuana license. This track record suggests a high probability of continued violations, and does not bode well for making a good neighbor. I strongly urge the County to deny this permit, and I respectfully request that I receive notice of any hearings or decisions related to this proposed facility. Sincerely, t� Jo Ann Comstock (full-time resident) 11.Reef Road Nordland, WA 98358 Dear Pat Hopper Residents of Marrowstone Island moved here to enjoy the peace,tranquility, and beauty of the island. We feel that the proposal to grow Marijuana and the size of the structure at 9272 Flagler Road would severely impact the island's way of life. Fort Flagler,the Nordland Store,Smitty's RV Park and all the cottage industries rely on tourists to support their way of life. Historically,this kind of activity draws a criminal element i.e., robbery, break-ins, and unsavory individuals that impacts the surrounding neighborhood. This proposal would bring additional traffic on the island and, most of all, will destroy our piece of mind. 3 �{ • We feel it is imperative that a public hearing should be held before this proposal is approved. Thank you. Bill and Ivy Morris to the commissioners, please extend more time for public hearings on proposal to put the large industrial marijuana facility l.\i on this small island. there are other places in this state that are much more suitable for the marijuana industry. danielle roth 264 Mumby Road: our home since 1997, is less than a half of a mile from the proposed site. On behalf of the clear night skies, our good well water,the untainted fresh air, and thriving shell fish in Kilisut Harbor, we oppose this application. Sally R. Murray and Charles K. Simis We want to be on record as homeowners opposed to the planned marijuana grow operation on Marrowstone Island. I have owned my home on Marrowstone Island since 1987.The proposed facility is not far from our home and we are very concerned about this type of operation on the island.This type of facility is better suited for industrial areas, not near homes and a state park,and definitely not on an ,\, island with a limited water supply!! Thank you, Andrea &Tony Barnett 61 Plute Rd, Nordland 360-774-0090 Z0 ,I