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Garald C. Olson <jerryo@donobi.net>
Friday, November 21, 2014 10: 14 AM
David W. Johnson
Brinnon ResortSubject:
Wish that we could be there for your meeting to show our support of the project. We live in the Olympic Canal Tracts
and do SUPPORT this project.
Jerry and Susan Olson
361 Mountain Trail Ro-
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David W. Johnson
Pleasant Harbor Project
Jefferson County Committee:
The coming meeting re: the Pleasant Harbor Project is so very impo(ant to our "sleepy" community. I am
surprised that Statesman Group is still interested in investing rnillions of dollars in our area that would put so
many of our idle people to work and give our young people some hope of being able to stay here in Brinnon
when they graduate from high school.
I understand why the long standing local corner grocery store that has one or two cans of most things on
their shelf or the local actors guild would not want to see a sizeable cornpetitors rnove in, but do not believe
that this vocal few should make the difference in making this community come alive and contribute so much to
a prosperous (taxable based) and mature improved quality of life that a resort with all their amenities would
allow for the rest of living here.
Ruth DiDomenico
17 Quiet Place
Brinnon, Wa,98320
360 796 0r s6
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David W, Johnson; David W. Johnson
Pleasant Harbor Marina & Golf ResortSubfect:
To: Jefferson County Department of Community Development
My wife and I are very fortunate to have a vacallon home in Brinnon that will be our full-time home ln early 2015. We love lhe area's
scenic beauty and splendor. With that being said, we notice lhat Brinnon and ils surrounding area is in need of economlc Arowth to
sustaln the communlty for future generations. Ae our nation's sconomy starls lo dig oul of its most recrnt economic downturn, the
proposed Pleasant Harbor Marina & Golf Resorl project would be a excellent economic stimulus for this reglon of Jefferson County and
would generate positive impacls for years to @me. ln addition, my wife and I have always striven lo do be good citizens when il
comes to environmental impacts in our Brlnnon area, After reading the cunenl Draft SEIS we continue to support the proposed
Pleasant Harbor Marina & Golf Resort project and ask for the support of Jefferson County. Thank you for your time,
Sincerely,
Steve & Belinda Graham
764 Poinl Whitney Road
Brinnon, Wa. 98320
Mailing Address:
2173 Fielding Road
Rlverside, Ca. 92506
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Lynne Robinson <lynnerpt@live.com>
Saturday, November 22,2014 4:59 PM
David W. Johnson
As members of the Pleasant Harbor Yacht Club, we are very excited about the expanslon plans. Lynne Robinson and Dan
Watson
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From:Ralph Woodall <ralphw@americanlegendsracing, com>
Sunday, November 23,2014 8:31 AM
David W. Johnson
Pleasant Harbor Mamia
I am in support of the remodel project to the Pleasant Harbor Marina and see no reason why anyone would oppose it,
Ralph Woodall
6909 61 Place NE
Marysville WA 98270
425 239 2330
ralp hlrv@america n legendsracino. com
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Monday, November 24,2014 11:58 AM
David W. Johnson
Pleasant HarborSubject:
What a wonderful addition to Hood Canal. We are boaters who love nice marinas and this one is going to be on the top of
our list. Thank you for supporting the changes. Everyone will benefit, including new employees, tax revenue, and those
that go there. So glad to have them expand their marina. Hope everyone will help promote it so they will have a lot of
visitors this summer.
Lynda Wilson
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]ennings Heins & Associates, Inc
General Contractors
Jennings Heins & Associates, lnc
PO Box 2198
Poulsbo, WA 98370
Pleasant Harbor DSEIS c/o Jefferson County DCD
521 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368.
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November 25,2014
To Whom it May Concern;
Jennings Heins & Associates, lnc, as the General Contractor for the Pleasant Harbor Bistro, would like to
expressoursupportandhopesforfuturesuccessofthePleasantHarborMarlnaandGolf Resort. We
believe the whole of Jefferson County will beneflt from the cultural and economic growth brought to
this area by this development.
The economic inflow from the Stateman Group is already bringing work to this area, Even now, at this
early construction stage, there are benefits being felt by the local cornmunities, Our project itself
employs 10-15 persons each day. While at work on the Bistro our employees become aware of the
general area and the businesses where they go for their lunches and gas, stop for coffees, and chat with
staff or owners, These workers will consider this area for their famllies and homes now that they are
working there. This will provide stable real estate values and broaden the tax base for the county,
The Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Resort will contlnue on and grow with more workers and more
long time jobs being available to the residents of this county. fu the construction moves to future
phases more workers will see and feel the beauty of this area. This is a just one of the earf benef its of
this project. The long lasting benefit for those of us living and working in Jefferson County will be the
full time jobs and skllled workers who will work, manage and live in Brinnon and the surrounding area
because of the resort, golf course and surrounding homes, From entry level to highly skilled workers
this project will bring jobs to this area and pay taxes to our county,
Sincerely, and with high hopes for the future of Jefferson County,
Jennings Helns & Associates, lnc
General Contractors
Serving the West Sound Community
Phone: 36G297-2895 www. jen ningsheins.com Fax; 350-297-2891
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Sunday, November 30, 2014 10:02 PM
David W, Johnson
Pleasant Harbor DSEISSublect:
Mr. Johnson,
We have been waiting a long time now for the BJack Point resort to come into being. Too much 'red tape'
dampens productivity general community well being,
I am looking forward to seeing reasonable community development and the Pleasant Harbor resort project
will benefit Brinnon. I also believe in a free market and development has been strangled by minority NIMBY's
using environmental concerns as an excuse to keep people from expanding our community in reasonable
ways.
A greater tax base might afford us cheaper waste management leading to cleaner backwoods roads.
John McKay
Brinnon resident of forty years
PO Box 1.68
71 Brinnon Ln
Brinnon WA 98320
360 301 4067
David W. Johnson
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Monday, December 01,2014 10:14 AM
David W. Johnson
FW: Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Resort
FYI
From: jeffbocc
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To: John AustiU PhilJohnson; David Sulllvan
Cc: Philip Morley; CarlSmith
Subject: FW: Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Resort
From: Barbara Buchman lmailto: barbarabbuchman@gma il.conl
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Sublect: Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Resort
As a Brinnon resident for 25 years, I have great interest and concsm for the well being of our town. I am a
former Brinnon School Board member and my husband is a retired physician. We have worked to help make
Brinnon a beautiful place to live.
Our town is in dire need of more job opportunities. Our school is losing enrollment every year. We very
much need Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Resort to be developed in the way Statesman have proposed. Their
design, quality of construction and overall plan is of the highest standard. They have a track record for quality
projects with great attention to environmental impact for the community, We have been great supporters of this
project since its inception.....2008! It is very disappointing that it has taken it this long to get to this point. We
have had boats in Pleasant Harbor for many years and the improvements that have already been made are
substantial. With this development, new residents will be attracted to our beautifrrl South County town of
Brinnon with employment and recreation opportunities. Additionally, this will be clearly of great benefit to the
coffers of Jefferson County.
This project will provide a positive impact in every way for our community. This is development and growth at
its very best. Please support Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Resort. EVERYONE will benefit from this
great addition for Jefferson County.
Respectfully,
Barbara Buchman
256 Wildwood ShorEs
Brinnon, WA 98320
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Davld W. Johnson
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To: John Austin; David Sullivan; PhilJohnson
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Sublect: FW: Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Resort Project
From: Barbara Buchman lmailto: barba rabbuchma n@gmail,com]
Sent: Monday, December OL,2014 5:13 PM
To: John Austin
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Subject: Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Resort Project
As a retired cardiologist (Swedish/Providence Honorary), I am very interested in supporting the Statesman
Project for Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Resort. This project will be a positive influence on the overall
well being of the entire community and Jefferson County. It will provide much needed jobs and raise the
standard of living for the area.
I have been a 14 year Brinnon resident, have given financial support to meet all stated needs of the Brinnon
Food Bank and many other project for the area to improve the quality of life for this beautiful area. We very
much need the type of quality development that this project will provide.
Sincerely,
Joseph G. Buchrnan, M.D.
256 Wildwood Shores
Brinnon, WA 98320
CarlSmith
Tuesday, December 02,201412:05 PM
David W. Johnson
FW: Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Resort Project
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Newsom, M iriam B <m iria m. newsom@providence.org>
Tuesday, December 02,2014 9:34 AM
David W. Johnson
d iane@pleasantharbormarina.com
Pleasant Harbor DSEIS
DearJefferson County,
My family and I just purchased a boat slip in Pleasant Harbor Marina. A major part of our decision to moor our boat
there permanently was the incredible consideration for the environment, management of the marina and the proposed
growth in the resort/golf course. We currently reside in Tigard Oregon. We have a vacation rental in Hoodsport that one
day would like to retire to. During our quest to purchase a boat we have visited many marinas. We can wholeheartedly
say that Pleasant Harbor was the cleanest, friendliest and well managed marina we have come across. lt is a beautiful
setting and a great place to be. The growth potential for Pleasant Harbor wlll give it even more appeal and provide
enjoyment for all that vlslt and live there.
I truly believe that the proposed growth will not take away from this beautiful setting, but will add some extra perks that
will enhance the environment and enjoyment for allwho visit, I am usually not a fan of large resorts and enjoy the
smaller, quainter settings, but the way this marina is approaching this expansion is incredible to see. The attention to
detail, the concern for the environment and the incorporation of the surroundings gives this project our full support. We
truly believe that Pleasant Harbor can expand, enhance the local economy all while keeping the feeling of a quaint
harbor. lt will keep us coming to the marina and we look fonlrrard to enjoying a few rounds of golf, do a little shopping
and enjoy some great food soon.
We would have liked to attend the December 3'd community meeting, but due to residing in Tigard, Oregon, we were
unable to take the time off work. Please share our comments with all at the meeting. lf you have any questions feel free
to contact us
Joe and Mirlam Newsom
10500 SW 7ft ave
Tigard, OR 97223
503-575-5255
Mlrlam Newsom RN, MSN
RN Coordinator-Clinical Education
Neonatal lntensive Care Unit
Providence St. Vincent Medical Center
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Portland, OR97225
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To: Diane Coleman[diane@pleasantharbormarina.com]Frcm: Genene G. KluckSent lue 121212014 3:02:06 PMlmportance: Normal
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Diane: I have been concerned about Brigadoon
weather. Doug (my husband) was going to come
check on the boat & start it. . . . woufd that be
relatively easy to get. to the F Dock?
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& the cold
up t.his weekend to
a good time & is it
How can we best support the improvements of the marina....Doug
would not be able to do the attendance at the night meeting & I
am here in California. . . . I am hoping that Kris or Scott Uren will
be present at one of the meetings...Although I am a new member, I
am most supportive & that is one of the reasons I chose Pleasant
Harbor to moor the boat there is absolutely nothing on Hood
Canal which is an adequate marina for our type of boat or
recreational needs....aII that is being done for marina & its
mooring members/guests is an investment in the Puget Sound
Boating Community....this is a win-win projectl
Best regards,
Genene Kluck
916-955-815't
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Thanks Diane
I am truly in hopes that the hearings go well. I know that in the past some of the county
officials had a problem with developments in the Brinnon area. I'm not sure I ever
understood their reasons except that they frowned on much of any kind of economic
investments that would promote tourism and yield jobs and a more positive image for
those who investigate the idea of settling there. lf my memory serves me correctly
there have been several folks interested in staring businesses in the area only to be
denied permits and or zone changes required for those businesses.
Several years ago my wife, Carol and l, bought land near Brinnon in the hopes of
building a place there. One of the reasons we did not was due to the fact that there
were few services available and shopping was a nightmare. lf we would have wanted
to do some shopping we would have had to drive many miles to do so. We also felt
that given more services and attractions in the area more people would want to have
boat slips and make the area more inviting to visitors. The marina has been moving
slowly to add attractions for transient boaters but as you know their is very little in the
way of attractions for them to want to visit. I see what the marina owners doing as a
very positive improvement for the area.
I wish I could attend the hearing meetings to give my opinions but that isn't possible
right now. I can only hope that all of those in favor of proposed improvements will be
sufficient to convince those who make the decisions to support the move for the golf
course and any other proposed developments.
David P. Sadler
Slip A-19
davvp@q.com
360-683-41 15
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Hi Diane, please see our support below
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From: Belinda Graham <sgraham0O2@yahoo.com>
To: "dwjohnson@co.jetferson.wa. us" <dwjohnson@co.jefferson.wa.us>;
"dwjohnson@co.jefferson.wa. us" <dwjohnson@co.jefferson.wa. us>
Sent: Friday, November 21,2014 6:10 PM
Subject: Pleasant Harbor Marina & Golf Resort
To: Jefferson County Department of Community Development
My wife and I are very fortunate to have a vacation home in Brinnon that wilt be our
full-time home in early 2015. We love the area's scenic beauty and splendor. With that
being said, we noticethat Brinnon and its surrounding area is in need of economic
growth to sustain the community for future generations. As our nation's economy starts
to dig out of its most recent economic downturn, the proposed Pleasant Harbor Marina
& Golf Resort project would be a excellent economic stimulus for this region of Jetferson
County and would generate positive impacts for years to come. ln addition, my wife
and I have always striven to be good citizens when it comes to environmental impacts in
our Brinnon area. After reading the current Draft SEIS we continue to support the
proposed Pleasant Harbor Marina & Golf Resort project and ask for the support of
Jefferson County. Thank you for your time.
Sincerely,
Steve & Belinda Graham
764 Point \Mitney Road
Brinnon, Wa. 98320
Mailing Address:
2173 Fielding Road
Riverside, Ca. 92506
To: Diane ColemanIdiane@pleasantharbormarina.com]Frcm: Belinda Graham
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Commissioners:
We are writing to voice our opinion on the "Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort''. We whole
heartedly support this project and have for the MANY years it has been going through the process. lt is
clear to us and should be to anyone that looks at the proposal and the mitigation for the minimal
impacts that the developer has gone the extra mile to make this a very positive action for the County .
The Brinnon/South county area is slowly dying because of a lack of good jobs and meaningful
opportunities. This project will go a long way to bring about positive changes for this area as well as spill
over to adjacent communities. We have a very active comrnunity that does wonders with what is
available but it just can't do it all. This project not only will provlde good paylng permanent Jobs ln the
long run, the construction phases wlll generate a tremendous input of income to the county and the
completed Resort will provide a much needed increase to the tax base,
This process has been ongoing for a very long time. lt is now time for the Commission and those ln the
decision line to GET ON WITH lT and approve the developement.
Thank you,
December 3,2014
Board of County Commissioners
Jefferson County, Wa,
Richard and Sheila Moore
313094 U.S. Hiway 101
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Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the draft environmental statement for the proposed development,
Pleasant Harbor Marina and Resort. I have owned a home and resided in Brinnon for over 24 years. I moved here for
the peace of the surrounding wilderness and Hood Canal area and am opposed to the expansion of Pleasant Harbor
Marina and Resort.
I am very worried about further contamination of Hood Canal, which is already negatively impacted by pollution caused
from insufficient septic and sewer systems, and run-off from pesticides and herbicides. Low oxygen levels in Hood Canal
are already a serious impact to this valuable body of water. lf the proposed development comes to pass, it would have a
disastrous effect on water quality and marine llfe. Further, it would take water from the acquifer at an amount that may
exceed capacity and will do so in the long term, We must think of the long term negative effects of this development,
and not allow greed to harm this pristine area -. an area that is already being adversely effected by current operations.
Would I let my family fish or swim in Pleasant Harbor at this time? Definitely not, And the situation will get much worse
if the development goes forward.
The road system in this area is quite heavily traveled, especially during the summer months during heavy tourist season.
Additional vehicles traveling to and from this proposed resort would put a strain on Highway 101 that is already
inadequate and often dangerous with curves and long stretches where passing slower vehicles is not a safe option. Too
rnany accidents and lives have been lost already. lt would be a serious mistake to add to this existing problem without a
plan for an enhanced and safer highway.
There are those who believe that a development at Pleasant Harbor would provide jobs for people who live in the area.
I believe that jobs for local residents frorn the proposed development would most likely be those with minimum wages,
not enough to provide for a family, Unless there is a mentorship protram where local people are hired and trained to
move up a specific career track, a minimum wage job is unlikely to raise the standard of living for people who live in this
area.
Again, thank you for allowing my concerns to be documented on your list of people opposed to development of Pleasant
Harbor Marina and Resort.
Laurie Mattson
1811 Dosewallips Road
Brinnon, WA 98320
360796-M76
lmattsonT2@yahoo.com
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Laurie Mattson <lmattsonT2@yahoo.com>
Wednesday, December 03, 2014 10:20 AM
David W. Johnson
Opposition Comments: Pleasanl Harbor Marina and Resort - Draft Environmental Statement
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To: Diane Coleman[diane@pleasantharbormarina.com]Frcm: jponico@outlook.com
Sent on behaff of: Joseph P. OnicoSent lnvalid Datelmportanca: Normal
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Diane, We cannot attend the meetings, but wholeheartedly support the PH project. You can put
my wife and I down for two (2) votes in favor of the development. We look forward to some
pleasant - no pun intended - visits to the marina next boating season. It is probably our favorite
marina on Puget Sound/Hood Canal.
By the way. we will be out of town for the Seattle Boat Show, so will not see you there this time.
Joseph & Krystyna Orrico
Diane Coleman
Pleasant Harbor Marina
308913 Highway 101-
Brinnon, WA 98320
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Diane,
I am writing in support of the Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Resort development
Not long ago we were moored at the Alderbrook Resort and Spa dock. While there I had a conversation
with several of the Alderbrook managers. I mentioned that we had permanent moorage at Pleasant
Harbor and they expressed hope that the expansion of the golf resort project would proceed. Their
reasoning was that, while the PHM expansion might seem to be cornpetition to their operations, in fact
they felt that anything that brought additiona[ people into the Hwy 101 corridor between Olympia and
Pt Townsend would only help add to their revenues and the revenues of all business in the region.
I am sure everyone is aware of both the short term (1-5 years) and long term (perpetual) impact on job
creation the construction and operation of the resort will have in the region. This includes the positive
impact the development will have on all regional businesses. Virtually every person in the area will have
improved opportunities. Real estate values and turnover will improve as more people, employed by the
Resort or because of peripheral jobs created as a result of the development and operation of the resort,
can afford to own or upgrade/remodel a home. As the financial health of individuals in the region
improves then so will tax revenues at the rnunicipal, county, state and federal leveis. This will improve
badly needed funding for area schools, fire/ambulance and entitlement programs as well as nurnerous
other programs. One estimate is that every dollar that comes from outside a community or reglon will
be re spent up to seven tlmes before it leaves the area providing tremendous cash flow for all.
lnfrastructure improvcrnents includinB those that would be provided by state, county and various
utilities in support of the development will be costly but these expenses can be spread over time and
offset by increased tax revenue and econornic growth. lnfrastructure improvements will also create
additionaljobs will aid in the financial recovery and stability of the region as a whole and will, of
ditional development outside the planned resort.
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To: Diane Coleman[diane@pleasantharbormarina.com]From: Mike StelteSent lnvalid Datelmportance: Normal
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I'm very happy that various upgrades are going on, especially plans for the golf facility which is
now'
moving foreword. The course as a destination resort and I suppose also as a single family
community will becorne a true asset for the infrastructure of the area, not to mention employment
opportunities.
We bought a marina slip several years ago because of what seems to be happening now. It has
taken a lot longer to get to this point that we thought at the time of purchase. We are now
rethinking if we should sell our slip.
Do you have any long range development scheduling that you can share at this time?
Mike and Joan Stelte
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To: Diane Coleman[diane@pleasantharbormarina.com]Frun: LoriUddenberg
Sent Mon 11/30/2014 4:44:13 PMlmportance: Normal
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Hi Diane,
I am sorry [ can not be present at the meeting. I am on the East Coast for the holidays. I support
the project. The work at the marina has been nothing but great.
My only concern is keeping my place private. The property lines are clear and I don't think it
should be an issue. I would just hope they would make it clear to folks that my land and beach is
private land. Otherwise, I am 100% behind the development! What a great thing forthe area!!l!!
Call me anytime.
Lori
253-906- 5809
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Dear Diane,
We regretfully will not be able to attend the open house and public Planning Commission meeting.
Thank you for the update on the progress of the building plans for Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf
Resort. As a family we totally support this project. We have been vacationing at Pleasant Harbor Marina
in Hood Canal since 1998. We have had the privilege of introducing our children and grandchildren to this
beautiful area. Our grandsons grew up boating with us at Pleasant Harbor as baby's. Our oldest grandson
just graduated from high school. We have great memories of this marina. At first we were not sure about
our quiet quaint marina becoming a marina and golf resort. lt is easier to hang on to the surroundings that
we know and love than to dream of what it could be. We believe the changes and improvements will
draw many family's to this vacation destination in our very own Washington state. This should make a
real impact on the economy as well as employment opportunity in many areas. This should be a win -
win opportunity for all. What a great way to bring farnily's to this very beautiful area. lt is time for growth
and expansion and moving towards the future of Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Resort. We have
appreciated the family style atmosphere. Diane, we must say how we have appreciated the way you run a
first class marina. Your friendliness and business style keeps people coming back. Congratulatrons on
the progress of the marina. We look fonvard to the completion of the restaurant and office building. You
have our support for this great improvement to the Hood Canal Area. We look fonruard to receiving an
open house invitation to tour the new building and tour the great improvements to the facility.
Sincerely,
Del and TerriWeron
1 1006 - 61st Ave. NW
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 318-3587
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This week there was an article which appeared in the Peninsula Daily News. ln
that article there was a quote from David Wayne Johnson, Jefferson County
Department of Community Development associate planner in which he states
(regarding the proposed Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort)that "Plans have
been streamlined..." He goes on to saythe final permitting process "could take
years." This development was proposed in 2006. I ask you, how is this
"STREAMLINED"? How many "years" does Jefferson County need to decide this
development will be good for the county?
The county is struggling with budget cuts and revenue shortfalls, isn't it time for
our county leaders to realize this development will bring badly needed revenue
without overtaxing county residents? What better way to pay your bills than with
money brought into your county from out of the area? Currently Jefferson
County's biggest export is it's dollars, isn't it time to start importing some?
I read online this week commentary from someone who was comparing the resort
to the damn on the Elwa River. A lot more is known about environmental impact
today than was known in 1.910. The Environmental lmpact Studies have
demonstrated this proposed resort is a low impact development. This is
something that shouldn't have to be the way of the future, it should be the way of
TODAY.
David Wayne Johnson and the Department of Community Development need to
take a serious look at how they're failing the people. Now is the time to provide
some economic relief to local citizens and taxpayers. Our residents and property
owners are overtaxed and the community needs jobs. All of our local businesses
will benefit from this project. lt's time we bring a little prosperity back to
Jefferson County. I ask the county now to make this resort happen.
Phil Thenstedt, Brinnon, WA resident
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Dear Mr. Johnson:
I am writing in support of the Pleasant Harbor DSE|S. My wife and I have kept our boat at Pleasant Harbor Marina since November
2000. We have seen the changes at the marina and impacts of the changes in the economy at both the marina and in the local
community. We were both involved with the dwelopment of the Pleasant Harbor Yacht Club and I was a key member of the
Advisory Committee (representlng sllpowners) to the Statesman Group as they developed plans for the marlna and golf course
developments. As a retired manager in the U,S, Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and co-author of a major EIS
for BLM in Western Oregon I am knowledgeable in working with EIS issues. As a result, I feel I am qualified to comment on this
DSEIS.
lamastrongbellevertheplansforthisdevelopmentwill createjobsandopportunitiesforthelocal Brlnnonresidents. The
community does not have a lot of new businesses coming in with even the most basic of wages. Lack of local jobs means residents
may be dependent on assistance to meet food and housing needs. Even though the local residents may regard boatowners as'non-
local' there are many of us who regard the Brinnon area as our second home and have contributed to it. When I was Commodore of
the Yacht Club, I began an annual event to gather food, toys and funds for the local Brinnon Food 8ank. That traditlon has continued
since 2001. ln past discussions wlth the local Food Bank, it was clear that there are many in the comrnunity who can't afford to
move to where there are jobs so we need to support potential businesses that will provide those optlons.
I believe my involvement with the Advisory Committee has provlded me wlth a strong understanding of the issues and opportunities
these plans will bring to the local area. This proJect also would provide options that are limited or not currently available such as
local lodging for visitors and additional groceries and sundries. lmprovements to the marina and development of Black Point would
benefit the community as a whole by attracting additional boaters, golfers and other recreationists that can afford to spend locally
at the stores and restaurants already in Brinnon. lf you look at Alderbrook Reso( people will shop at the stores nearby or seek
alternative dining offsite, thereby benefitting the local communlty. lt will also add an extra'draw' to travelers on Highway 101.
statesman Group was attracted to the beauty and ambiance of the Brinnon area. I believe that the Corporation and the County will
be able to work together to find a balance that will retain that arnbianc,e and brlng a hope of moderate opportunity. As can be seen
by the work at the marina, not every aspect of any plan gets fully lmplemented as lnltially planned. Any improvement in job
opportunities, infrastructure, and paying visitors will be a beneflt to the local community in ways not yet realized. lt may also attract
other services or businesses,
ln short, a new infusion of business in a local area that has very few opportunlties to diversifo beyond its logging origins should be
looked on with favor rather than allowed to be blocked by small group who want no change and won't suffer from perpetuating a
lack of growth. The resulting tax dollars to the county, state and local agencies will come when other funding is drying up.
I respectfully ask the declgion makers ln Jefferson County to support the Pleasant Harbor DSEIS
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following comments:
I have lived in Brinnon, Washington slnce 1992. I am small business owner operating Elk Meadows
Lodging and Farm and Mt Jupiter Water System Management. I have been an active citizen in
Jefferson County for 23 years. I was on the team who established the North Hood Canal Chamber of
Commerce and Emerald Towns Alliance, (Sponsor of ShrimpFest). I was a member of Team Jefferson,
County Economic Development Council and establlshed Big Quil Enterprises, a WSU 4H youth run
shellfish business. ln addition to these activities, I worked for WSU Extension from 2@3 to 2010 on two
projects:
1. The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation's Connecting Schools and Community Grant as Coordlnator
2. Northwest Area Foundation, St Paul Minnesota's Horizons Community Develop Program as a
Community Coach
THE STATESMAN CORPORATION'S PROPOSED MPR ON THEIR BLACK POINT PROPERW IS THE COUNTY'S
MOST IMPORTANT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROJECT SINCE THE PORT LUDLOW MPR.
Government Policy has dramatically curtailed County timber revenue and short slted zoning and
bullding codes have not only discouraged commercial development but forced a large percentage of
Jefferson County citizens to both shop and work in adjacent Counties, Present County Leadership has
offered no plan to turn the trend around.
The lack of attention to Economic Development (Private Sector) has lead to an exodus of Families with
school age children. All four County school Districts have experienced falling enrolment numbers.
Brinnon School had 131 Students in 1993. lt started 2013 with 25 students. Of the remaining school
age students in the County, over 50% qualifo for free/reduced meals. (Poverty!)
Jefferson County has also maintained its lead in keeping its unemployment rate above 8% in Western
Washington.
The 30 conditions put on the developer have been answered. I urge the County to move the process
forward and deal with issues sounding questions on these responses. The developer has already
invested a few million dollars in bringing the marina complex up to current codes. Jefferson County
desperately needs to diversify and increase its revenue streams.
One of the main community concerns is how the resort's water requirements will affect neighboring
wells. The Nelghborhood Water Policy that requires Statesman to provide access to their water
system will be a requirement. lt is an asset to a land owner to have a public water system supplying
water to their property. Joe Baisch, Brinnon, Washington
Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort Draft Supplementa! EIS
DRAFT SE|S OPEI{ HOUSE 12.Ot.14
PUBLIG COTTIEilTS Oil DRAFT SETS
Name
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Addrcss Telsohonelemall
360.796.4001P.O.Box 142.Brinnon,98320
Gommcnts: Pleaee make cornments as specific as pcsible and refemnce the DrEfr SEIS pege number,
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Jefferson County and the Brinnon area in particular need the economic boost that the
Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort will provide. The resort is wellthought out with
years of studies and public hearings. lt will provide jobs and additional tax base in a region
that is othenrise quite stagnant. lt is ptanned in a way that is keeping with the rural
character with which the people of South County are comfortable. The Brinnon oommunity
was once supported by a thriving timber industry, but is now largely a popular retirement
area with tourism being the bulk of the economy, The master planned resort would be a
good fit for a tourist oriented retirement community. Due to the exhaustive process that
Jetferson County DCD, the Brinnon community, and the Statesman Group have been
involved with over the past several years, I am confident that either Supplemental
Environmental lmpact Statement Altematives 1 or 2 would be appropriate and that it would
be best if the ProponenUApplicant wsre to decide which altemative would be best suited for
the site trom a business perspective. lf the business is successful, then Jefferson County
and Brinnon will benefit.
Gomments on the Drtfr SEIS mry be given lnwrtting atanytlrne dudng the comrmnt period,
wltctr ends d4:30 Pt on January 5,2015.
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tablo numbsr, etc.
I retired from Brinnon School District in 2013. The enrollment has dropped by about 75%
since tts peak of over 135 students in the late 80's - early 90's. More than 70ol" of the
students are on the Nationa! School Lunch Program that qualifies students for free/reduced
meals based on household income. This is clearly an indicator of the economic health of
the Brinnon community.
The Statesman Group is the only significant hope for an economic boost to come to the
Brinnon community in the last half century. The Master Planned Resort (MPR) proposal has
been studied and scrutinized for years and it is clear that it would be positive for the
economic health of the Brinnon community while keeping with the rural character of this
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Elavld W. Johnson, Assodab Planner
Departmef d Cornmunty Developrneng Jefercon County
621 Shetlan Steel
PatTonmcnd, WA 9ff168
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621 Sheridan Street
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SOUTHWEST DRINKINC WATER REGIONAL OPERAT!ONS
PO \ox 47823, Olympia, Washington 98504-7823
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Jefferson County DCD
Pleasant Harbor DSEIS
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, Washington 98368
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Subject Pleasant Harbor Draft Supplemental Environmental lmpact Statemenq November 2014
Dear David Wayne Johnson:
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Pleasant Harbor Draft Supplemental Environmental
Impact Statement (DSEIS). The State Department of Healttq Oftice of Drinking Water (ODW) regulates
Group A public water systems under state law and will, thereforc, be responsible for approving the public
water system proposed to serve the Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort. Consistent with this
responsibility, ODW offers the following comments:
l. Page3.16-4, Water System Ownership. It states, "...it is anticipated that a multi-purpose utility
dishictwouldown,operate,andmaintainthenewwatersystem.,'@!:oDWstrongly
supports the idea of having the water system owned and operated by a public utility district or satellite
management agency.
2. Table 3.18-1, Fulfilment of Jefferson County Board of County Commissioner's Conditions. This
table contains the following information:
ODW Comment: While the water ri$ht permit has been issued for the proposed project, approval of
the water system by ODW has not yet occurred. Please discuss how and when this requirement will
be met.
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Department of Health, and
approval of Water Rights
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Harbor site - (l) year round
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minute, See Section 3.16, Utilities,
of this SEIS for additional detail.
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December 29,2014
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3. Water Use Assumptions. The DSEIS includes a water use assumption of 175 gallons per day per
equivalent residential unit (gpd/ERU) for the proposed Master Planned Development. ODW
Comment: Water system demands for new systems must meet requirements of Section 5.2 of the
Water System Design Manual (WDSM). Average and maximum day water demands will be
approved based on design criteria presented aI the time of the water system project approval
submittals.
4. Setbacks for Drinking Water Wells. ODW Comment: Any new public drinking water well must
maintain a 10O-foot sanitary control arsa (SCA) free of potential contaminants such as roads,
buildings, and chemical applications. ,
5. Page l-35, Existing Black Point Camp Water System. It states, "Because there is a limited rental
housing market, it is proposed that the out-of-town construction crews may use the existing on-site
60-unit RV facility." QESgg@!: The water system serving the existing, inactive, on-site 60-
unit RV facility is not suitable for potable use. As described on Page 3.16, operation and
maintenance of the aged water system has abated. The system is highly detaiorated and not fully
functional. In order to reactivate the water system, ODW would have to review and approve a project
repoft and construction documents describing how the water system would be upgraded to meet
curent requirements.
6. Table 3.11-5, Number of Employees to Serve tre Proposed Master Planned Resort (NPR), This table
contains a projection of required "Waste Water" employees to serve the proposed development.
ODW Comment: The numbor of employees to serve the Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort
should include an estimate of staffrequired to operate and maintain the drinking water system.
Sincerely,
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Susan Clark
Office of Drinking Water, Regional Planner
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Jefferson County Health Deparhnent
David W. Johnson
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HCEC Response to Pleasant Harbor DSEIS
12-29-14 HCEC Comments Brinnon MPR DSElS,docx
Attn: David Johnson:
Enclosed is the Hood Canal Environmental Council's response to the Draft Supplemental Environmental lmpact
Statement for the proposed Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort. A signed hardcopy will be mailed today or hand
delivered on Monday, January 5, 2014.
Please reply and let me know that you received this e-mail and enclosed attachment O.K
Donna M. Simmons, President
Hood Canal Environmental Council
(360l'877-5747
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David Johnson, Associate Planner
Jefferson County Department of Community Development
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, Washlngton 98368
Re: Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort Draft Supplemental Environmental lmpact Statement
Attention: Mr. Johnson:
The Hood Canal Environmental Council (HCEC) has been involved in the decision-making process
regarding the proposed Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort (MPR) project since early 2006 -
submitting written and oral testimony to the Jefferson County Department of Community Development
(DCD) at every opportunity. As the process has dragged on for the last eight years we have remained
consistent in our opposition to the proposed MPR and our suppoft for the local citizen organization, the
Brinnon Group, whose members would be the most directly affected by the construction and operation
of the proposed project. Our position has not changed. The following comments are based on a review
of the Draft Supplement Environmental lmpact Statement (DSEIS) for the proposed MPR. We
respectfully request that they be entered into the public record.
GENERAI COMMENTS
Environr'lrent?l lr'!rnac.ts to Hood Canal Watershe.d
The still largely undeveloped rural character of the Hood Canal watershed is what sets it apart from the
rnore densely developed and urbanized greater Puget Sound region. The public's perception of the
unique and environmentally sensitlve character of this watershed is evident in the State's designation of
Shorelines of Statewide Significance for all of the shorelines of Hood Canal and numerous projects and
programs aimed at protecting water quality and related natural resources. Unfortunately, over the 45
years since the creation of the HCEC, we have seen a gradual "piecemeal" chipping away of the natural
landscape from rapid growth and development in rural areas. Consequently, there are fewer open
spaces throughout the Hood Canal reglon. We now join with local residents and visitors alike in placing
the highest priority on protecting what ls left of our natural undeveloped areas. The proposed MPR
must be evaluated with the potential cumulative lmpacts to the broader Hood Canal watershed in mind.
There can be no question that, under the preferred alternative cited in the DSEIS, adding another mega
resort that includes a golf course, 890 residential units (including 52 units for staff housing), 56,608 sq.
ft. of commercial area, and resort related amenities spread over 231. acres (not including the Pleasant
Harbor Marina area), leaving very little natural, preserved area and allowing L million cubic yards of cut
and fill for golf course grading, poses significant unavoidable environmental impacts to the Pleasant
Harbor/Black Point area. The HCEC fully supports the Brinnon Group, other organizations, and many
local residents in rejecting the project-level development alternatives (1 and 2) and choosing the No-
Action Alternative 3.
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DSEIS Alternatives
The DSEIS describes in detail the so-called environmental and other beneficial impacts of alternatives 1
and 2. However, there is very little discussion of impacts under alternative 3 other than to repeat over
and over that "the site will continue to develop as a single family residential area based on the existing
rural zoning and as described in the 2007 Final ElS". With very few exceptions, the document fails to
demonstrate benefits to the environment of the No-Action Alternative with an estimated 30 new
residents (pg. 1-11, Volume 1, DSEIS) when compared to the others. Our letter dated 10-14-07 to the
Jefferson County DCD commenting on the 2007 Draft EIS for the County's Comprehensive Plan
Amendment/Pleasant Harbor Golf Resort details the many benefits of that document's No-Action
Alternative. These include significantly lower density, fewer intensive uses, minimal topographic
alteration, least demand on groundwater and protection of the aquifer from saltwater intrusion, least
traffic impacts, least potential for contamination of marine resources, least impervious surfaces,
significantly lower demand for services, increased probability for maintaining the rural character of the
Brinnon community, retention of more open spaces, least disturbance of wetlands, and better
protection of wildlife habitat.
Benefits of Alternative 3
Much is made throughout the DSEIS of so-called "irnprovements" to water and other resources from
upgrades, e.t. sewer, stormwater plan, etc. if the proposed MPR project is constructed (pg, 3.2-7
Volume 1, DSEIS). However, there is no mention of the fact that most of these purported improvements
could result in the same or hlgher levels of resource protection when the various regulatory and other
tools currently available are utilized and enforced, Existing buffer, setback and lot design regulations,
county health department sewage dlsposal approval process, the Shellfish Protection District response
plan, upgraded requirements for existing roadway deficiencies, building permit requirements, shoreline
permitting process, stormwater control plans, local state, and federal project review and habitat
mitigation requirements and wetlands protection regulations are just some of the numerous tools listed
in our 10-14-07 letter that are still available. The notion that water quality, water quantity, and other
natural resource protections can be improved by allowing the kind of lntensive development resulting
from another mega resort in the Hood Canal watershed is ludicrous.
Adding language describing the benefits to the environment of Alternative 3 throughout the document
would go a long way toward demonstrating non-biased'comparisons of the three alternatives.
SPECIFIC COMMENTS
The DSEIS presents a clearer picture of the preferred alternative and offers some improvements from
the original plan, e.g, moving the Maritime Village away from the Pleasant Harbor shoreline and
consolidating some housing units to allow for more pervious surfaces. However, it still presents
unacceptable impacts to the Pleasant Harbor/Black Point area.
Environmental [eview of Plepsant Harbor Area
The northern portion (Pleasant Harbor)of the proposed project is being evaluated under a BSP
(Binding Site Plan), a separate process which does not require involvement by the public and
makes it very dlfflcult to get a clear picture of the impacts of the project as a whole. We
support the Brinnon Group's position that this area should be subject to a full environmental
review under the State's E15 process.
Proiect Cgnstruction Pl'laqqs
The proposed project is planned to be constructed ln three phases over a 10 year period.
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5, Volume 1) the schedule may change depending on market conditions. There are other
circumstances that could result in delaying construction, e.t, the develope/s financial situation,
contract andf or labor problems or any number of unexpected lssues. Unfortunately, the
construction phase poses the biggest threat to natural resources, including groundwater, which
will undergo the greatest demand at that time (Subsurface Group Memo dated 2-22-10). The
issue of noise pollution may apply here, since activities like rock crushing, are extremely loud.
lFoact Cost Deoosit and Performance Bond Requirement
lf the preferred "no build" alternative is not selected, any approval of such a potentially harmful
project in this fragile environment should be conditioned upon a complete analysis of the
ascertainable and potentlaleconomic impact of the proposed MPR during and after
construction. Before construction begins, the developer should be required to (1) deposit the
amount of all ascertainable direct and indirect costs regarding services and infrastructure into a
fund available to local government to cover the costs as they are incurred, and (2) furnish a
performance bond issued by a highly rated insurer to cover all potential costs that cannot be
ascertained beforehand, including repairlng any environmental damage incurred over a 50 year
period because of the development and the costs of cleanup and restoration if the project is
started but abandoned. ln this way, the responsible government is attempting to assure no net
economic loss to the community, although the HCEC asserts that the "no build" alternative is
superior because this proposed MPR lacks assurance of no net environmental loss,
Th reats to .Gfgvndwater aqC_Aqg ller
There is only one aquifer which would serve the entire project area, including local residents.
The developer plans to use an elaborate system of water manatement in an effort to protect
the water supply, According to State Department of Ecology (DOE) documents, aquifer
recharge primarily comes from direct infiltration of precipitation (pg. 3.2-2, Volurne 1).
However, there ls no plan for preventing drawdowns in the event of prolonged dry periods
which, if scientific predictions of extreme weather events due to climate change (changes in the
timing and intensity of rainfall) prove accurate, groundwater and the aquifer could be at risk,
The develope/s plan to inject treated wastewater into wells poses the possibility of the
introduction of pharmaceutlcals and other pollutants into the aquifer.
The greatest danger to the Black Point aqulfer ls the threat of saltwater intrusion. Due to its
sensitivity to saltwater intrusion, this area is designated as a Critical Aquifer Recharge Area and
also an SIPZ (Seawater lntrusion Protection Zone). Residents living in this area need to be aware
that according to the Pleasant Harbor Neighborhood Water Supply Program Application dated
2-24-lO (pg. 2, Appendix F) if their wells show saltwater contamination, the burden of proof as
to whether the resoft's water demands are responsible for the intrusion lies squarely on their
shoulders. The Application reads, in part, "The wellowner provides conclusive evidence that,
over a statistically relevant period of time, chloride levels have lncreased over chloride levels in
the well prior to Pleasant Harbo/s use of groundwater, including but not limited to, evidence
that the increase in chloride levels is from the Pleasant Harbor groundwater use and not from
the construction of the well owne/s well . . ." (emphasis added), The developer also can
"request additional evidence from the resident showing that the resort groundwater withdrawal
is the cause of the increase in chlorides. . . ". Placing the burden of proof on well owners
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saddles them with a long and expensive process. We believe that the developer not only is
responsible for supplying water to the resident in the event of saltwater intrusion, but should be
responsible for the costs involved In the determination of culpability,
A DOE Hydrologic (Revised) Memo from John Pearch dated 1-14-10 shows that there is reason
to believe that wells in the Black Point area are already experiencing saltwater intrusion. Two
wells have already been found to have saltwater intrusion. Under the heading of Domestic
WgIS the statement is made that ". . . nearby domestic wells are at risk of seawater intrusion
due to their proximity to the coast ,,." Also, "Addltional pumping of the ACG well and additional
proposed wells by Pleasant Harbor could cause this saltwater interface to move further inland,
thereby increasing the risk of seawater intrusion in these wells." Further, these wells were in
the area where, according to the memo, saltwater intrusion would likely be found. Seven wells
were not tested as required by Jefferson County building permitting. lf any wells have been
decommissioned due to saltwater intrusion, that information must be contained in the DSEIS,
The DSEIS needs to clearly establish the develope/s responsibility for proving that there is
enough water supply for both the resort and neighboring residents. This includes using updated
well data and a monthly monitoring program at the developer's expense. Field sampling is
preferable to relying on computer models. The Neighborhood Water Policy should be revised to
assign the burden of proof to the developer.
Wetland Mitication
There are three "Kettles" and associated wetlands on Black Point - A, B and C, The developer
plans to convert Kettle B, which has a high rating of category lll due to its habitat value and
moderate to high value for water quality functions (pS. 3. 7-2, Volume 1) to a control pond for
holding treated wastewater from the wastewater treatment system to provide recycled water
for reuse and for golf course irrigation and fire protection, To offset the conversion, the DSEIS
states that Kettle C may be "enhanced".
Since the wetland mitigation plan has not been done, it is imposslble to know how the loss of
the Kettle B wetland will be compensated. We feel strongly that in order to meet the state's
no-net-loss of wetlands policy, Kettle B and associated wetlands should be kept in their natural
state. The DSEIS should also state that the proposed MPR project should not be allowed to
encroach on wetland buffers.
Golf Course
We failed to find a listing of chemicals (herbicides, pestlcides, or fertilizers) that will be used for
golf course grass maintenance or any discussion of how the developer plans to protect
groundwater or stormwater runoff from the use of these chemicals. The BMPs (Best
Management Plans) for golf course maintenance needs to be explained in detail. Also, the
recommendations relating to golf courses contained in the WRIA t6 Watershed Management
Plan should be noted and a plan for how the developer will adhere to the recommendations
discussed in the WRIA Plan.
Under the preferred alternative (2) the statement is made that 88 percent of the site would be
retained in open space in the form of golf course, natural areas and buffers (pg. 3, 2-12, Volume
1). We would artue that golf courses do not count as open spaces as they do not have natural
landscape, habitat or other environmental values.
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OTHER ISSUES OF CONCERN
While the HCECs primary area of interest is potential environmental impacts, there are other issues of
concern to the HCEC relating to the proposed MPR project.
Economic lmoacts on Local Communitv
The developer has a responsibility to reveal the true impacts on the local economy from the
proposed MPR during construction and operation. Of the estimated 225 permanent
operationaljobs that could be created, (pg. 1-11 and 1-12, Volume 1), the majority would be low
paying jobs, According the DSEIS, these jobs would pay 80 percent or less of the AMI (average
median income) for the Brinnon area. Construction jobs would fluctuate during various phases
of construction. Many jobs would be seasonal and part time, including food service,
maintenance security, etc. lt is difficult to say who will benefit economically other than the
Brinnon business community, the Canadian based developer, and possibly real estate
developers.
A study of fiscal and economic impacts of destination resorts in Oregon concluded that, after
subtracting the costs for services from the gross property and room tax revenue generated by
the study resort, only a modest net surplus remained. When the cost of capital facilities
including roads, schools, fire and police stations, and others is also accounted for, the net cost to
localtaxpayers is substantialeven after accounting for all known payments the resort would be
required to make (Flscal and Economic lmpacts of Destination Resorts in Oregon by Central
Oregon LandWatch - March, 2009).
Traffic lmpacts to Hiehwav 101
The impacts to Highway 101 from the increase in vehicles traveling to and from the airport
would be substantial. The developer's plan to rely on two shuttle buses does not take into
account that most visitors will travel by car to and from the resort along highway 101. lncreased
traffic congestion in towns like Hoodsport is already a problem ln the summer months. The
HCEC is also concerned about vehicle-related ngn-point pollution, stormwater runoff entering
Hood Canal and more greenhouse gas emissions resulting from increased traffic. The data
used to assess traffic volumes in the DSEIS appears to be outdated. ln addition, during the
construction phase, the increase in trucks and other heavy equipment on Highway 101 would
likely lead to costly damages, Further, the question of who will pay for the additional highway
repairs and the extension of Jefferson County's transit service needs to be addressed.
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JeffersoI Countv Resource:
The HCEC remains concerned about whether Jefferson County has sufficient staff and other
resources that would be required to handle the additional workload of monitoring the proposed
project for compliance and/or dealing with unexpected problems.
Additional Clrsts !o Mason Countv P.U.D. 1
It is not clear whether the Mason County P.U.D. # t has the capacity at the present time for
providing power during construction and operation of the proposed project (pg. 3. 8-2, Volume
1). According to the DSEIS, the P.U.D. has only agreed to supply power during the first phase.
The question of who would pay for a new substation, distribution feeders and engineering
studies and designs needs to be answered well before approval of the proposed MPR project is
considered. lt would be helpful to know how much of a future P,U.D, rate lncrease can be
attributed to the increased energy demand from the proposed MPR.
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NavALBase Securitv
There is no mention of the proposed MPR's proximity to the U.S. Naval Station Bangor Subase
and whether this might be considered by the Navy to present a national securlty issue,
Miscellanous
Pages 1-6 and 3,4-1, in Volume 1 refer to "Rainie/' elk populations. The proper name is
Roosevelt elk.
The HCEC appreciates the opportunity to express our concerns and provide comments on the DSEIS for
the proposed Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort. We look fonvard to continuing our involvement
and receiving further information as part of Jefferson County's public review process.
Respectfully subm itted,
Donna M, Simmons, President
Hood Canal Environmental Council
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David W. Johnson
From:
Sent:
To:
Miriam Murdoch <miriamclaire@embarqmail. com>
Monday, January 05, 2015 10:52 PM
David W. Johnson
Pleasant Harbor Master Planned ResortSubJect:
To Mr. Johnson;
I have been a resident of the South County for 1l years, having moved out from the east side of Bellevue to
live in a quieter environment. Many people I have met out here have done the sarne, appreciating the pristine
beauty and lack of noise and pollution. I don't have any scientific data to give you, Barbara Moore Lewis has
covered much of that, but I can tell you that everyone I talk to about the resort feels it is too big of a plan for
this area, taking in traffic and environmental issues, and the fact that it will be of little benefit to our
community, serving mainly to put money in the pocket of Statesman Corp, I know you feel econornic
development is good for the south county, but the size and scope of this resort does not fit. The traffrc already
gets congested in the summer months on I 0l , a road that has no room for expansion, and a resort of this size
will only complicate matters. I ask you to consider sorne of the conditions outlined in Ms. Lewis'letter.
Thank you, Miriam Murdoch
P.O. Box 33
Brinnon, WA
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Sent:
to:
Cc:
Sublect
From:Morgan Oslake <oslake@yahoo.com>
Monday, January 05, 2015 9:29 PM
David W. Johnson
Morgan Oslake
Proposed MPR on Black Point
David Johnson
Department of Community Development
Jefferson County, Washington State
Dear Mr. Johnson,
I am writing regardlng the proposed Master Planned Resort (MPR) and golf course south of Brinnon on the Black Point
peninsula along Hood Canal.
After reviewing the MPR options, I would like to register my preference that the resort proposal is *not* approved and
that no action is taken, My prirnary concern is environmental impact including forest clearing, natural habitat loss,
pollutant risks to Hood Canal, wellwater stress, and increased traffic.
I own a home in Brinnon and am very supportlve in seeing the Brinnon area thrive and be a vibrant community, but I do
not think that the resort and golf course is the right path toward that Boal,
Sincerely,
Morgan Oslake
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David W. Johnson
From:
Sent:
To:
SubJect:
Donna Frostholm
Monday, January 05, 2015 4:36 PM
David W. Johnson
Pleasant Harbor DSEIS Comments
David:
As a follow up to your March 10, 2014 email, I have the following comments on the Pleasant Harbor DSEIS:
1. During my previous review of the submittals, it appeared that the applicant was intending to use the created
wetland as part of the water treatment system. Based on a quick review of the documents, I did not find a
drawing that shows the connections for the on-site water system. Wetlands created as mitigation for critical
areas cannot be used to meet other code sections (such as the stormwater storage and treatment). The
appllcant should clarify that the mitigation area is separate from other water infrastructure to operate the
resort.
2. The JCC allows for mitigation performance bonding and, given the number of mitigation plants proposed, I
would suttest that the applicants be required to post a bond to ensure funding for mitigation, including
contingency measures, and to ensure that annual monitoring reports are submitted.
3. The wetland mitigation plan states that reclaimed water will be directed to the existing wetlands, which
presumably means Wetlands C and D (and is sometimes referred to in the document as "enhanced" hydrologic
patterns). ln the JCC, alteration of wetland hydrology is a regulated activity. The EIS prepared for the re-zone
was clear that these two wetlands would not be impacted, one of which extend offsite and is in close proximity
to a steep slope. The existing vegetation and wetland functions at these two wetlands are based on the current
hydrologic regime. Any modification to the hydrologic conditions will affect the vegetation and should be
considered a wetland impact.
4. The area of impact for each lmpact Class lD in Figure 3.3-1 should be quantified to support the statement in
Section 3.3-4. Removing approximately 89 percent of the vegetation is inconsistent with the conclusion that
there will be no significant unavoidable impacts to plants, The applicant should provide more inforrnation to
support that statement.
Let me know if you have any questions
Donna frostfwtm
As s ociate ? tawur/-Vfi et (wrd Syectafrst
Jefferson County Deyartment of Comnwmity Devetoyment
6zt Sfreriian Street
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All emails sent to and from this address will automatically be archlved by Jefferson County and emalls may be subject to Public Disclorure under Chapter 42.56 RCw.
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January 5,2015
RE I.IWI comments on DSEIS for proposed Pleasant Harbor Marina and Gotf Resotdevelopment
Dear Mr, Johnson,
Please add the attached letter from Dr. Richard Horner, dated Decembet 6,20Q7. Dr. Horner is a
stormwater expert that raised many signifrcant issues and concerns regarding this project during the
FEIS review for the comp plan amendment. ln reviewing the DSEIS, I see that the issues have not
been addressed or mitigated. For that reason, the DSEIS is not adequate.
Sincerely,
Peter Bahls
Director
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Rtcrunu R. Honxrn, Pu.D.
230 NW 5SrH Srneel
SEATTLE, WessncloN 98107
Tnr-epnoNe: (206) 787-7400
E-uatL: rrho$er@msn.com
December 6,2007
Board of County Comrnissioners
Jefferson County
P,O. Box 1220
Port Townsend, WA 98368
To Whom It May Concern
I was requested by Northwest Watershed Institute to review the Brinnon Master Planned Resort (MPR)
proposal regarding the potentialeffects of stormwater runofffrom the project on the water quality of
Hood Cana[ and the groundwater in the vicinity. I present my findings after stating rny qualifications
to perform this review.
BACKGROUND AND EXPEzuENCE
I have 30 years of experience in the urban stormwater management field and I I additional years of
engineering practice. During this period I have performed research, taught, and offered consulting
services on all aspects of the subject, including investigating the sources of pollutants and other causes
of aquatic ecological damage, impacts on organisms in waters receiving urban stormwater drainage,
and the full range of rnethods of avoiding or reducing these impacts. I received a Ph.D. in Civil and
Environmental Engineering from the University of Washington in 1978, following two Mechanical
Engineering degrees frorn the Universiry of Pennsylvania. Although my degrees are all in engineering,
I have had substantial course work and practical experience in aquatic biology and chernistry. For l2
years beginning in 1981 I was a full+ime research professor in the University of Washington's
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. I now serve half time in that position and spend
the remainder of rny time in private consulting through a sole proprietorship. Serving as a principal or
co-principal investigator on more than 40 research studies, my work has produced three books,
approximately 30 papers in the peer-reviewed literature, over 20 reviewed papers in conference
proceedings, and approxirnately 100 scientific or technical reports. My consulting clients include
federal, state, and local government agencies; citizens' environmental groups; and private firms that
work for these entities. My full curriculum vitae are attached.
FINDINCS
Ge.neral Fin4ings
As stated by section 3.3.7 of the Brinnon MPR Final Environrnental Impact Statement (FEIS), the
basis of the stormwater management program is the Stormwater Management Manual for Western
Washington (Washington Department of Ecology [WDOE] 2005), together with the Low Impact
To Whom It May Concem
December 6,2007
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Development Technical Guidance Manual for Puget Sound (Fuget Sound Action Team [PSAT] 2005).
The proponent goes on to state that the stormwater management plan will be designed to meet the
project's requirement for zero disoharge of water to ttre Hood Canal from the golf coursc resort area
and the full treatment of all site water frorn the marina area before discharge to the harbor. I now give
my general irnpressions of this basic plan, to be followed with more detailed observations on each
point.
It is first necessary to recognize that application of the WDOE stormwater manual in no way
guarantees reaching a goal ofzero discharge. That rnanual does not feature management practices
having strong capability to achieve zero discharge. The PSAT low impact developrnent (LID) manual
shows how to design drainage features that could reach zero discharge. However, that manual has
none of the prescriptive requirements of the WDOE manual and is just a "how to" guide to employ
once the components of the stormwater management system are selected. Hence, it does not appear at
all that the zero-discharge goal for the golfcourse resort has any force behind it.
Even if the resort can be held to zero discharge, the FEIS presents insufficient information, even for
the level of a rezoning application, for a reviewer, and the public at large, to judge well the prospects
for achieving the goal. While I recognize that more detail will be presented at a later stage of project
development, the public needs sorne more information beyond that given in the FEIS to have any
confidence that the project will function as advertised and to countenance a major rezone.
The marina portion of the project will not be held to the zero-discharge standard. While the FEIS
states that its discharge will receive "full treatment," it gives no infonnation at all on what that
treatrnent rnight be and what is meant by "fu11." As with the plan for the resort, the public must be
given a more complete basis upon which to evaluate the quality of the plan at this point in project
development.
Outside of the immediate project area, the FEIS does not assess the water quality impacts of
anticipated traffic additions associated with the development. The Transportation Impact Study
indicates increases on a number of local roads and highways of hundreds of cars a day on average,
Automobiles emit or mobilize numerous pollutants that enter water bodies and degrade aquatic
ecosystems. The FEIS is inadequate as long as it does not give the public a means by which to
understand the full environmental irnpact before being willing to see rural zoning changed to
accommodate this project.
Further Observations
7,ero Discharge from Resort
Achieving zero discharge depends on effective implementation of the types of site design and
stormwater rnanagement practices presented in the PSAT LID manual. Fundamentally, these practices
corne down to infiltrating rainfall into the ground or harvesting water from roofs and other surfaces for
a use such as landscape irrigation or "gray water" system supply (e.g., toilet flushing). The FEIS states
that both of these methods will be used but not the role each would play, The intention is to store
runoff in existing "kettles," use it to meet "water demands" , and direct the excess into the ground (by
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December 6,2007
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what means is not revealed). Even though I did not have much information to go on, I feel safe in
assuming that the project will have to make substantial use of infiltration to reach zero discharge.
Successful water quality protection by infiltration depends of having soils that will percolate water
rapidly enough to drain surface holding areas in time to prevent various problems that can occur with
excessive ponding times (generally, within 72 hours), but not so fast that contarninants will reach
groundwater and pollute it. The natural soils do not nece ssarily have to possess desirable soil pore
storage space and hydraulic conductivities themselves, but can be amended (usually, with organic
compost) to function well. However, clays cannot be sufficiently amended to provide enough pore
storage and hydraulic conductivity to percolate rapidly enough; and, conversely, coarse sands and
gravels cannot be amended to slow percolation enough to ensure groundwater protection.
The authors of Chapter 3 of the FEIS made no reference to the site soil and hydrogeologic data in
Appendix 4 and did not use it to assess in even the most rudimentary way what it means for the
prospective success of their plan. The data are very sparse, with the soils information consisting of
only the U,S. Departrnent of Agriculture soil survey results. Soil survey data are generally not site-
specific enough for conclusive determinations of infiltration potential, which often varies considerable
in quite small distances. The reported data show very gravelly loamy sand predominating, which if
actually the case would tend to encourage the belief that water could be infiltrated successfully but
could penetrate too rapidly. Nevertheless, an informed judgment requires more site-spccific data.
The public cannot be expected to accept a major rezone in their county until they are told enough to
gauge potential success. Insufficient soil storage and hydraulic conductivity will render zero discharge
an illusion. Overly rapid percolation willthrcaten groundwater, a potable supply source in a rural area,
and reach strearns on the site and other nearby surface w&ters as seepage. There is heightened concem
about groundwater quality when a golf course is involved. Golf courses are large consumers of
fertilizer and pesticide chernicals, as well as irrigation water, The comrnon water pollutant least
capable of interdiction in soils is nitrate-nitrogen, which is introduced to the surface in large quantities
with fertilization, from where it can be carried along with percolating irrigation or rain water to the
water table. Nitrate is the agent causing methemoglobinemia, generally in infants, when consumed
with drinking water. Pesticides reaching drinking supplies are obviously also a rnajor health concern.
Treatment of Marina Discharge
The term "full treatment" as promised for the marina is simply rneaningless. Different treatment
systems have varying efliciencies in treating different pollutants. In addition to terrestrial runoff from
upland areas, marinas are sources of all the pollutants associated with engines and petroleum products,
cleaning agents, and household chemicals, used right on the water, Their potential for release and in
what quantities depend on marina activities, particularly how rnuch maintenance is perfonned, but they
are always a factor, Also, it can be expected that a resort of this size will lead to greatly increased use
of the existing marina, which would itself increase pollutant loading. Some treatment systems can do
an excellent job in capturing these various pollutants, others axe poor overall, and some are mixed
depending on lhe pollutant in question. The project proponents must state how they would handle and
treat rnarina discharge before the public can consider their plan.
To Whom It May Concern
December 6,2007
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Potential Trffic Impacts
Table I I of the Transportation Impact Study shows the "Statesman" altemative to increase traffic by 6
to 89 percent on the various roads and highways in the project vicinity, with a 4l percent rise at one
point on highway U.S. 101 (near Woodpecker Road). However, the origin of these figures is unclear
and probably in error. My calculations do not agree when cornparing the cited "Statesman" altemative
traffic volumes with either the "Without Project" or "No Action" columns. For exarnple, I got
increases of 875 and 225 percent comparing "Statesman" Black Point Road traffic with "Without
Project" and "No Action," respectively. I found the "Statesman" incroase on U.S. l0l near
Woodpecker to be 69 or 5l percent with the sarne respective comparisons. I was likewise unable to
reproduce Table I I's percentages for the "Brinnon" and "Hybrid" alternatives. It would be
inappropriate, in my opinion, to go forward on this major action with such anornalies in key
infonnation supplied in its support.
Motor vehicles are responsible for water body contamination from rnany sources. Brake pad and tire
wear introduce copper and zinc, respectively, both highly toxic to aquatic life. Wear of engine parts
contributes these and other toxic metals, like lead, cadmium, chromium, and nickel, Petroleum
products leak from engines, transmissions, and braking systerns. Sediments drop onto roads from
chassis and undercarriages. These pollutants wash immediately into receiving waters during rainy
periods but also stay on and around roads for later wash off when rains come. It is reasonable to
assurne that the roads around the resort and marina oomplex would experience the most elevated traflic
in the summer months. Even though there is not much rain then, the remnants would be in
concentrated forrn in the first flush of fall rains. Concentration of toxic materials, such as the various
metals in road runoff, is the condition most dangerous to aquatic life, The FEIS is an incomplete and
thoroughly inadequate document in not addressing these potential irnpacts at all.
SUMMARY
The Comprehensive Plan amendment application should be denied unless the Brinnon MPR proponent
can provide convincing evidence that; (l) zero discharge from the golfcourse resort can be achieved;
(2) soils are conducive to the intended infiltration either in their natural condition or after amendment;
(3) infiltration will not contaminate groundwater or result in below-ground delivery of pollutants to
surface rece iving waters, with particular attention to golf course inigation and rain water discharge ; (4)
marina discharge will be treated with a specific system to reduce harbor contamination from that
source to the greatest extent possible; and (5) increased traflic will not degrade the water quality of
Hood Canal and its tributary waters or threaten the survival and well being of their resident and
anadromous aquatic organisms. This evidence must be made available to the public for another review
of the proposal before its official consideration.
I would be please to discuss my comments with you and invite you to contact rne if you wish.
Sincerely,
'?*rl*,Lp,
Richard R. Horner
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Mr. David Johnson
Associate Planner
Jefferson County
621 Sheridan Sreet
Port Townsend, WA 98368
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In fltture conespondence please refer to: \
Log: 081 106-13-JE
Property: Request for Comments on DSEIS for Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Mater Planner Resort,
Case nos. MLA08-00 I 88, ZOON08-00056
Re: Archaeolory- DSEIS Comments
Dear Mr, Johnson:
Thank you for contacting the Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation
(DAHP). Please make sure thal the attached Cultural Resources Management Plan (monitoring and
inadvertent discovery plan) is included and followed during any development activities. A professional
archaeological monitor must be present for any ground disturbing activities in the areas designated for
archaeological monitoring per the attached document which was agreed upon by DAHP and the Tribes.
Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment.
Sincerely,
JJfik*k'
Gretchen Kaehler
Local Govemments Archaeologist
(360) s86-3088
sretchen. kaehler(ddah o. wa. cov
cc. Gideon Kauffman, Archaeologist, Jamestown S'Klallam
Bill White, Archaeologist, Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe
Josh Wisniewski, THPO, Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe
Kris Miller, THPO, Skokomish Tribe
Rhonda Foster, THPO, Squaxin lsland Tribe
Dennis Lewarch, THPO, Suquamish Tribe
Stole of Woshinglon . Dopoilmenl ol Archoeology t Hlslorlc Prelervotlon
P.O, Box 48343 . Olympio, Woshlngton ?8504-8343 . (360) 586-3065
www.dohp,wo.gov
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ARCHAEOLOGICAL MONITORINC Ir Puneslrtr H.tnron MARINA
JEFFERSON COUnrY, WASHTNGTON
Glenn D, Hartmann
January 12,2012, revised February 7,2012, March 27,2012
Jefferson County, Washington
Township 25 North, Range 2 West, Section l5 and 22, Willamette
Meridian.
PnurlnEo roR:Don Coleman
Pleasant Harbor Marina
308913 Hwy l0l
Brinnon, WA 98320
Pleasant Harbor Marina is requesting periodic archaeological rnonitoring of construction
excavations and other below-fill ground-disturbing activities in Brinnon, Jefferson County,
Washington, The Pleasant Flarbor Master Planned Resort is proposed on approximately 257
acres of the 710-acre Black Point Peninsula along the westem side of the Hood Canal. The
peninsula is sunounded on the north, south, and east by the waters of Hood Canal. Pleasant
Harbor is formed by the west shore of Black Point and the east shore of the mainland.
Background
Prior archaeological field investigations of the project area did not result in the identification of
any prehistoric or historic archaeologieal resources (Mather et al, 2006; Berger 2008).
Subsurface investigations focussd on archaeologically sensitive landforms; that is, those
environments most likely to contain naturally buried archaeology identified in coltaboration with
cultural resources staff of the Skokomish Tribe (e.g., kettles, vantage points, the bluffedge).
High probability areas in Black Point where buried archaeological deposits might occur (i.e.,
kettle margins and bases) were sampled using hand-excavated shovel probes. Locations of all
probes, shovel scrapes, and wall profiles were mapped on a small-scale project area topographic
map (see Mather et al, 2006: Figure l6). tn all, 93 shovel probes/scrapes were excavated during
the 2006 field investigations with27 probes along the southern bluf[, l2 probes on high points,
22 probes in keule basins and 32 probes along the kettle margins and rims. In addition wall
profiles were faced in order to assess the local stratigraphy.
Subsequent to the initial cultural resource assessment for the project, Berger (2008) conducted
archaeological monitoring during geotechnical assessrnent. Archaeological monitoring of
geotechnical explorations did not result in the identification of any evidence of archaeological
sites, historic strucrures, or other features. Conditions and sediments observed during this
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episode of archaeological monitoring suggested a low probability for as-yet unidentified
archaeological sites,
Archaeological Monitoring
Archaeological monitoring will include an orientation for the construction crew and machine
operators prior to initiating construction. Projeot personnel would be made aware of the
potentials of archaeology within the project area. They will be apprised of their responsibilities
during archaeological monitoring, their obligations in the case of an inadvertent discovery and
they will be made aware of the inadvertent discovery plan and protocol.
Periodic archaeological monitoring is planned during construction excavations and other below'
fill ground-disturbing project actions to rninimize potential effects to any as-yet unknown human
remains and/or intact archaeological deposits. Monitoring would occur at those locations within
the project area that have previously been identified as high probability-kettles, vantage points,
the bluffedg*-if sedirnents in these landforms will be affected by ground-disturbing
construction. Presently available plans indicate that construction would not occur along the bluff
edge.
Project maps were reviewed and high probability locations were identified using the earlier
analyses of the project area (Mather et al, 2006; Berger 2008), which had tested and monitored
geotechnical explorations in these locations (Figure l). Those areas with greater archaeological
potentials were mapped on topographic maps of the project area (Figures 2 and 3). Monitoring is
planned for the high probability areas until it can be determined with greater assurance that
continual monitoring is not necessary, Monitoring results would be reviewed with DAHP staff
and tribal representatives prior to adjusting the monitoring schedule.
Archaeological monitoring would entail having an archaeologist present during construction
excavation below-fillto observe subsurfaoe conditions and identiff any buried archaeological
materials that may be encountered. Monitoring will be performed either by a "professional
archaeologist" (RCW 27,53.030 (8)) or under the supervision of a professional archaeologist.
The monitoring archaeologist would stand in close proximity to construction equiprnent in order
to view subsurface deposits as they arc exposed, and would be in close communication with
equipment operators to ensure adequate opportunity for observation and documentation,
Archaeological monitoring will seek to identify potential buried surfaces, anthropogenic
sediments, and archaeological features such as shell middens, hearths, or artifact-bearing strata.
The monitoring archaeologist will inspect project excavations and the recovered sediments for
indications of such archaeological resources. The archaeologist will be provided the opportunity
to screen excavated sediments and matrix samples when this is judged usefulto the identificalion
process, It is not expected that rnodern fill (e.g., imported culturally-sterile construction fill) or
glacial till sediments would be included in screening procedures. Excavated spoils may be
examined in the course of rnonitoring. If cultural materials are observed in spoils piles, it is
expected that these would be removed for examination and that the opportunity to screen spoil
sediments would be available.
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Archaeological monitoring of construction excavation willproceed until it can be determined
with a greater level of confidence that human remains or other cultural resources are not likely to
be impacted by construction excavation of the project. The archaeologist will conduct
monitoring until native and fill deposits can be confidently isolated and identified based on
observed sedimentary exposures. Upon completion ofthe monitoring, the archaeologist will
prepare a report on the methods and results of the work, and recornmendations for any necessary
additional archaeological investigations, illustrated with maps, drawings, and photographs as
appropriate,
Contingency Plan
ln accordance with RCW 27.44 Indian Graves and Records Act, RCW 27.51 Archaeological
Sites and Resources, RCW 68.50 Human Remains, and RCW 68.60, Abandoned and historic
cemeteries and historic graves, the following protocols will be followed in the event that
archaeological materials and/or human rernains are discovered:
Procedures Upon Discoven of Potentlal or Actual Cultural Resources
I , Upon discovery of a potential or actual archaeological site, or cultural resources as defined by
PiCW 77,44lndian Graves and Records Act, and RCW 27.53 Archaeological Sites and
Resources, Pleasant Harbor Marina, its employees, its contractors and sub-contractors shall:
(a) Immediately cease or halt ground disturbing, construction, or other activities around
the area of the discovery and secure the area with a perimeter of not less than thirty (30)
feet until all procedures are completed and the parties agree that activities can resume. If
such a perimeter would materially impact agency functions mandated by law, related to
health, safety or environmental concerns, then the secured area shall be of a size and
extent practicable to provide maximum protection to the resource under the
circumstances. Project activities that are not ground disturbing may continue outside the
secured perimeter around the findings. No one shall excavate any findings and all
findings will be left in place, undisturbed and without analysis, until consultation with
DAHP and the Tribe regarding a final disposition of the findings has been completed. In
accordance with RCW 27.53.060, no one shall knowingly remove or collect any
archaeological objects without obtaining a permit.
(b) Notify the Local Governrnent Archaeologist at DAHP and the Tribes of the discovery
as soon as possible, but in any event, no later than (24) hours ofthe discovery. Ifhuman
remains are found, Pleasant Harbor Marina shall follow notification procedures specified
below (see "Human Remains and Associated Funerary Objects").
(c) Arrange for the parties to conduct a joint viewing of the discovery within (a8) forty-
eight hours of the notification, or at the earliest possible time thereafter, Pleasant Harbor
Marina or their authorized representative shall arrange for the archaeologist to attend the
joint viewing, After the joint viewing, taking into account any recommendations of the
Tribe(s), DAHP, and the archaeologist, the parties shall discuss the potential significance,
if any, of the discovery.
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(d) Consult with the Tribes and DAHP on the transfer and final disposition of artifacts.
Until the Tribe has a repository that meets the standards of curation established 36 CFR
Parl79, artifacts shall be curated using an institution or organization that meets curation
standards, selected through consultation with the Tribe.
InadvertepJ Discoverv of Human Skeletal Remains on Nq+--[4eral and Non-Tribal Land
in the State of Washinston (RCWg 68.50.645.27,44.055. and 68.60.055)
2. If ground-disturbing activities encounter hurnan skeletat remains during the course of
construction, then all activity must cease that may cause further disturbance to those remains and
the area of the find must be secured and protected from further disturbance. In addition, the
finding of hurnan skeletal remains must be reported to the Jefferson County Coroner's Office and
Jefferson County Sheriffs Office in the most expeditious manner possible. The remains should
not be touched, moved, or further disturbed,
3. The Jefferson County Coroner's Office will assurne jurisdiction over the hurnan skeletal
remains and make a determination of whether those remains are forensic or non-forensic. [f the
county coroner determines the remains are non-forensic, then they will report that finding to the
Department of Archaeology and*Iistoric Preservation (DAFIP) who will then take jurisdiction
over the remains and report them to the appropriate cemeteries and affected tribes. The State
Physical Anthropologist will make a determination of whether the remains are Indian or Non-
Indian and report that finding to any appropriate cemeteries and the affected tribes. The DAHP
will then handle all consultation with the affected parties as to the future preservation,
excavation, and disposition of the remains.
4. DAHP will handle all consultation with the affected parties as to the future preservation,
excavation, and disposition of the rcmains if there is no federal agency involved.
Confidentiality of InforJnation
5, Pleasant Harbor Marina or their authorized representative recognizes that archaeological
properties are of a sensitive nature and sites where oultural resources are discovered can become
targets of vandalism and illegal removal activities, Pleasant Harbor Marina or their authorized
representative shall keep and maintain as confidential all information regarding any discovered
cultural resources, particularly the location of known or suspected archaeological property, and
exempt all such information from public disclosure consistent with RCW 42.17.300.
6. Pleasant Harbor Marina or their authorized representative shall make its best efforts to ensure
that all records indicating the location of known or suspected archaeological properties are
pennanently secured and confidential.
7. Pleasant Harbor Marina or their authorized representative shall ensure that its personnel,
contractors, and permittees keep the discovery of any found or suspected human remains, other
cultural items, and potential historic properties confidential, including but not limited to,
refraining such persons from contacting the media or any third party or othenvise sharing
information regarding the discovery with any member of the public. Pleasant Harbor Marina or
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their authorized representative shall require its personnel, contractors and perrnittees to
immediately notify the Lead Representative of Pleasant Harbor Marina or their authorized
representative of any inquiry frorn the rnedia or public. Pleasant Harbor Marina or their
authorized representative shall immediately notiry DAHP of any inquiries it receives. Prior to
any public information release, Pleasant Harbor Marina or their authorized representative,
DAHP, and the Tribe(s) shall concur on thE amount of information, if any, to be released to the
public, any third party, and the media and the procedures for such a release, to the extent
perrnitted by law.
Lead Repres.qntsfive qnd Primarv Contact
8. The lead representatives and primary contacts of each party under this plan are as identified
below, The parties may identiff other specific personnel before the cornmencement of any
particular project element as the contacts.
Pleasant Harbor Marina
308913 Hwy l0l
Brinnon, WA 98320
Prirnary Contact: Don Coleman, Maintenance and Security Supervisor, 206-714-1482
Pleasant Harbor Marina
7370 Siena Morena Blvd. S.W.
Calgary, Alberta
Primary Contact: M. Garth Mann, President & C.E.O, 403-2564151
Jamestowu S'Klallam Tribe
1033 Old Blyn Highway
Sequim, WA 98382
Primary Contact: Gideon Kauffinan
Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe
2851 Lower Elwha Rd
Port Angeles, WA 98363
Primary Contact: Bill White, Cultural Resources
Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe
31912 Liule Boston Rd NE
Kingston, WA 98346
Primary Contact: Josh Wisniewski Ph.D.
Skokomish Tribe
North 80 TribalCenter Rd
Skokomish, WA 98584
Primary Contact: Kris Miller, Cultural Resources
Squaxin Island Tribe
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SE l0 Squaxin Lane
Shelton, WA 98584
Primary Contact: Rhonda Foster
Suquamish Tribe
15838 Sandy Hook Rd
PO Box 498
Suquamish, WA 98392-0498
Primary Contact: Stephanie Trudel
Washington Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation
PO Box 48343
Olympia, WA 98504-8343
Lead Representative: Allyson Brooks, State Historic Preservation Ofticer, 360-586-3066
Primary Contact: Gretchen Kaehler, Local Government Archaeologist, 360-586-3088
Primary Contact for Human Rernains; Guy Tasa, State Physical Anthropologist, 360-586-3534
Jefferson County Coroner's Office
PO Box 1220
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Lead Representative: Scott W. Rosekrans, Prosecuting Attorney/Coroner, 360-385-9180
Jefferson County SherifPs oflice
79 Elkins Road
Port Hadlock, WA 98339
Lead Representative: Tony Hernandez, Sheriff, 360-385-383 I
Department of Commu nity Development
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Lead Representative: David W. Johnson, 360-379-4465
Cultural Resource Consultants, Inc.
710 Ericken Avenue NE, Suite 100
PO Box 10668
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Lead Representative: Glenn Hartmann, Senior Archaeologist/Principal, 206-855-9020
References Cited
Berger, Margaret
2008 Archaeological Monitoring of Geotechnical Explorations for the Pleasant Harbor
Golf Resort, Jefferson County, Washinglon. Technical Memo 08044-1, Cultural
Resource Consultants, Bainbridge Island.
Mather, Camille, Jennifer Chambers, James Schumacher, and Matthew Gill
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2006 Cultural Resources Assessment for the Proposed Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf
Resort, Jefferson County, Washingon. WSHS Technical Report #774.Prepared for
Statesman Corporation. On file at Cultural Resource Consultants, Inc., Bainbridge Island.
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PORT GAMBLE S'KLALLAM TRIBE
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31912 Little Boston Rd. NE * Kingston, WA 98345
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Dear Mr, fohnson,
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Draft Supplemental Environmental Irnpact
Statement for the proposed Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort. The Port Gamble S'Klallam
Trlbe's (PGST) Natural Resources Department provides the following comments. Due to the
potential for significant adverse effects to shellfish, fish, and wildlife we continue to oppose this
proiect and request a meeting to discuss the issues in more detail.
The proposed project is located within the Usual and Accustomed area of the Port Gamble
S'Klallam Tribe. Tribal mernbers depend on the fish, shellfish and wildlife resources withln the
project area for their cultural and economic well being, We are concerned that habitat loss and
degradation frorn the proposed project would impact salmon, shellfish and other irnportant
species in the area. The Dosewallips and Duckabush rivers and their deltas serve as critical
habitat for threatened salmon and other flsh, shellfish and wildlife populations valued by the
Tribe. Therefore, we are concerned that the proposed project would jeopardize the Tribe's
treaty rights to fish and hunt in the project area,
As we have stated previously in our 2001, 2006 and 2007 comments on this project, we are
concerned with the size and scope of the proposed development. The increase in traffic and
intensity of land use will have significant lmpacts on resources and the DSEIS fails to adequately
address these concerns.
Water Resources
The project site includes a susceptible aquifer recharge area and the potential impacts to local
groundwater, stream flows and wetland geology are very significant, Ongoing monitoring of
water runoff and its affects on sensitive resources is needed during the construction and
operation phases, in addition to an adaptive management plan for maklng any necessary
operational changes. The proposed management plan should require weekly rather than
monthly monitorlng and should include monitoring for saltwater intrusion. Under the current
plan, steps are identified in the event that saltwater inEusion is detected in neighboring wells,
but no preventative measures are provided. A more comprehensive monitoring plan is needed
to protect water resources.
Env iro n me n ta I ly Se n s itiv e A rea s
In a December 27,200t joint SEPA comment letter from Point No Point Treaty Council,
f amestown S'Klallam, Port Gamble S'Klallam and Skokomish tribes, we highlighted the presence
of numerous sensitive environmental features that would be degraded by resort development
including unique kettle ponds and streams. In addition, the Washington Dept. of Natural
Resources landslide hazard zone maps depict steepr unstable slopes fringing the Black Point
PORT GAMBLE S'KLALLAM TRIBE
NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
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kettle ponds. The proposed proJect would result in the loss of approximately 20,700 square feet
of wetland area and a portion of the wetland buffers associated with Wetlands C and D. The
proposal to create wetland area as a mitigation measure does not guarantee t}te successful
replacement and maintenance of this important habitat. Annual monitoring of wetland creation
areas [s not sufficient for detecting any adaptive management that rnay be required,
Fish and Wildlife Habitat
The forested uplands to the northwest of Black Point represent an important elk migration
corridor between the Dosewallips and Duckabush river valleys, The proposed development
would result in the loss of existing upland wildlife habitat and although the areas of on-site
habitat would be retalned, we are concerned about the impacts to the elk mlgration corridor,
The SDEIS did not address thts lssue.
The plan includes the monltoring of water quality from the state water quality sampling station
at Pleasant Harbor to identify any impacts on fish species. However, additional monitoring
stations both on and off site and more preventative measures are needed to adequately protect
water quality and existing fish species. We are concerned that once degradatlon occurs from the
proiect, impacts to spawning and refugia habitat will be irreversible. The plan does not provide
any assurance that water quality issues would be adequately resolved,
Shellftsh Species
Tribal members harvest between 13,000 and 21,000 pounds of manlla clam and between 13,000
and 48,000 pounds of Pacific oyster from the Duckabush alone. So we are highly concerned
about the potential impacts to this important resource. The DSEIS states that with
implementation of ldentified mitigation measures, no signif,rcant unavoidable adverse impacts to
shellfish would be anticipated. However, the analysis does not consider the increased risk of
spills and accidents that would occur with the increase in vessel traffic both on land and in the
water, Although the SDEIS describes plans for stormwater to be managed appropriately, the
increased risk of discharges from contaminants, turbid waters or sediment as a result of
construction and operations must be considered.
Giyen the short tirneframe for review of the DSEIS and appendices, this Ietter represents only a
summary of our most critical concerns about the proposed projecL We request the opportunity
to consult more directly with the proiect applicant and )efferson County staff to discuss our
concerns in more detail. Please contact me at rom?c@p&st,nsluls to schedule a meeting.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
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Roma Call
Environmental Coordinator
Phone: (360)297-4792 Fax: (360) 297-+791 2
David W. Johnson
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From:Darlene Schanfald <darlenes@olympus. net>
Monday, January 05, 2015 4:10 PM
David W. Johnson
Darlene Schanfald
Pleasant Harbor DSEIS/c/o Jetferson County DCD
PLEASE CONFlRl,t RECEIPT OF THIS EllAlL.
Friends of Mltl,er Peninsuta State Park
PO Box 2664
Sequim WA 9E382
January 5, 2015
Pleasant Harbor D5El5/c/o Jefferson County DCD
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend WA 9E368
dwi.oh nsoq@co. iefferson. wa. us
Betow are comments regarding the Pleasant Harbor DSEIS prepared by Frlends of Mitter Penlnsuta State Park, a 20 year, federatty
recognized non proflt on the North Otympic Peninsuta. We know that these are like and similar to other comments being sent, but
want to underscore that these are issues of concern to many that need to be addressed.
We are disappointed that this DSEIS was released over holidays and the response time could not be extended,
especially since years of extensions were given to the developer.
POPULATION
The poputation of Brinnon is about 818 and maybe hatf this number of homes, Expanding the number of tiving quarters by 890
residentjat units (Options 1 & 2) witt have an enormous impact in the area in rnany respects, inctuding potabte water, storm water,
sewage sotids and effluents, retease of CO2 into the atmosphere and loss of C02 soit and tree seguestration.
ECONOMtCS
Few of the buitt units are intended for year round occupancy. ((The majority of this housing (67%) woutd be for short- term visltors
and33%woutdbeforpermanentresidents.)) 67%orabout54Sunitsarehopedtobefilted,butrnosttiketythelargestpercentage
of PT occupancy witt be in the warmer time of the year. The lmpacts to the area catl for showing an economlc analysis that this
resort is financially viabte. We reguest this be done.
Has the resort company factored in the new WA State minimum wage for emptoyees?
Where witt construction workers (80.5% out of the area) be housed? Feasibitity of houslng them close to the site? Witt att
construction works be from WA State? How wilt their traveling during high tourist season affect normat traffic?
Options 1&2 detaits are described but the No Action, which is to buitd a few hundred homesltes, is not detaited. lt seems, then,
that this No Actton is not being seriousty considered. Yet, it ls an Option and it shoutd have comparative detaits so the costs can be
seen. You ask for the pubtic to weigh in and the publlc shoutd have this information to consider. This is an omission and shoutd be
corrected,
Subject:
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The information shoutd be combined with that of the marina so one grasps an overall picture of the costs and potential impacts of
the entire operation.
What costs witt be put to the area and state citizens? For instance, road repair from additional traffic the resort, witl bring, Utitity
costs. lrledicat facitities, Taxation. This estimation shoutd be made pubtic up front,
GLOBAL WARMING
Stripping this large area of trees and its natural grasses, solts and wetlaMs wl[[ release lmmense amount of greenhouse gases lnto
the ambient air. Earth removal Mlt have a large affect on the microbia[ soll communlty. A study needs to be done on how this GHG
release and resutting changes affect both the harbor life and the surrounding Brinnon community.
APpendlx M doesn't quantlfy the GHG reteases and effects of the reteases, and the mitigations are hardly thatl For sequestration to
work, even for the reptanted trees, the arnount will not batance out. lt takes years to regain that sequestration, whether reptanted
trees or new grass,
EFFLUENT
Ctass A effluent discharge from the proposed sewerage treatment plant is ptanned to be stored and recycled,
Do not use thls to recharge the aquifers. Do not use this for fire protection and irrigation. lt wilt make firefighters ill.
There are many studies that determine recycling of wastevrater treatment ptant (WWTP) effturents are unsafe. There are thousands
of chemicals and many pathogens that cannot be tested for, nor thelr cumulatlve impacts, lt ls known that:
. mlcrobeads from personal products pass through WWTPs into efftuent
. I{RSA and other pathogens remain in the sludge and the effluent
. antlblotlc bacteria can be created in the WWTPs
. triclosan mlnimlzes WWTP treatment
' efftuent contains fire retardants
. efftuent and wetl as the sollds contaln thousands of chemlcal,s lnctuding chemicats of emerging concern and POPs
More reason to not recycle the efftuent:
http: / /v/wy/.eoa.{ov/oiq/ reoorts/201 4/20140929. 14-P-0363.p.df
[{ore Actlon ls Needed to Protect Water Rerources From Unmonltored Hazardous Chemlcals
EPA does not hove mechanlsms to address dlxhorge of hazardws chemlcols into woter resources.
httJl://rv-rvwJsonllne.com,/newe/heslttr/common'diabetec-medlcation-amone-drues-fourrd-in-lakqmichisan-
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Common diabetes medlcation amonS druge found tn Lake Mlchlgan
There is more than one way to measure prescriptlon drug use ln modern society.
The most direct method is just to count up prescriptions fitted by America's pharmacies. That woutd show, for instance, that more
than 180 mittion prescriptions for diabetes drugs were dispensed in 2011,
Or you coutd test the treated water comlng out of sewage facititles such as the South Shore ptant ln Oak Creek.
That approach reveats that in the Lake Michigan \ryaters outside the ptant, the diabetes drug metformin was the most comnon
personal care product found by researchers wlth the School of Freshwater Sqlences.at the University of Wisconsin-Mitwaukee.
More importantty, according to their latest research, the [evels of metformin were so high that the drug coutd be disrupting the
endocrine systems of fish,
Last month
more than
r, a Journal Se.ntinet/MedPace Todav lnvestlqatlgn found booming sates of dlabetes drugs, which ln 2011 had grown to
523 bitlion.
Metformin is a flrst-line treatment for type 2 diabetes and is the most cornmonly prescribed medicine for the condition. ln ?013,
about 70 mitLion prescriptions were dispensed, according to IMS Heatth, a drug rnarket research firm.
It ls so ubiquitous it can easity be found in water samptes taken two mites off the shore of Lake Michigan.
"l was kind of a surprise," sald Rebecca Klaper, a professor of freshwater science at UWM. "lt was not even on our radar screen. I
said, 'What is this drug?' "
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The drugs get lnto the sewage and eventually the lake because they are not broken down completely after they are consumed
and then excreted.
fhe metformln concentrations are [ow, cornpared with the amount taken by peopte.
For instance, coming right out of the treatrnent ptant the twets are about 40 parts per billion. About two mites away, they drop to
120 parts per trlltion.
Other commonly found substances include caffelne, sutfamethoxazote, an antibiotic, and triclosan, an antibacterial and antifungal
found in soap and other consumer products.
Ktaper co-authored a 201 3 science journat paper on the findinS as wetl as another one this year.
The more recent research suggests that metformin ln lake water is not Just a curlous artifact of everyday tife.
The study looked at the effect of metformin on fathead minnows in the tab that were exposed to the drug at levels found in the lake
for four weeks.
It found gene expresslon suggesting dlsruptlon of the endocrine rystem of mate fish, but not femates, ln essence, the males were
produclng blochemlcats that are assoclated with femate mlnnows, The blochemlcats are precursors to the productlon of eggs.
Ktaper said that because the mlnnows are a stand-in for other flsh, the changes atso could be affecting other species such as perch,
walteye and northern plke.
The UWM research confirms what others have found regarding prescription drugs showlng up ln Amerlca's lakes, rlvers and streams,
said Melissa Lenczewski, an associate professor of geotogy and environmentat geosciences at Northern lllinois University.
For years, it was assumed that the volume of water ln the Great Lakes was so enormous that any drugs that got through treatment
facitities woutd be dltuted to the point that they woutd not pose a probtem, said Lenczewski, who was not a part of the UWM study.
That theory itsetf now is being diluted.
Even more concerning are the much hlgher tevels of anttblot'lca that are being put into rivers and streams near pig farms where the
drugs are used to produce larger animats, she said.
ln addltion, stralns of antlblotlc-reslstant bacteria atso have been found ln water nearthose farms, she said.
"lt is very atarming how much we are putting drugs out there in the environment," she said.
ln that this resort ptans to establish a medical clinic for resort members (& workers?) there witt be medicat wastes in the WWTP, let
atone frorn what goes down the drains from the residential units.
TRAFFIC
One of the most worrisome issues with this project is traffic. Hwy 101 is a thoroughfare used by those traveling between Ctattam
County and more southern points to Otympia. Additionatly, the traffic is greatty increased during the summer season, Roads are
narrow. Much of the route is on btuffs whlch falt, as some Just have thls December 2014 creating one way traffic for
weeks. Landstldes are common on this route during the ralny season. Trafftc accidents happen. One can lmaglne that thjs resort
traffic needs witt be expensed to the State, hence the citizens. This resort area is an inhospitabte site for a large resort.
WATER
Very worrlsome ls the avattabitity of water over a long term and the affects on communlty water needs. lf this becomes probtematlc,
what responsibilitier wil,t the relort owner be hetd to? Once it is used, it won't be regained. Water is going to be the "gotd" as
weather warms and snow tevets are minimized and rainwater runoff increases.
5Uit\,lARY
Thls comment covers only sorne of the problems wlth the ptanned resort and the DSEIS, Clearly, lt ls not approprlate to approve thls
project.
Dartene Schanfatd, Ph.D.
President
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Davld W. Johnson
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David W. Johnson
OEC Black Point Pleasant Harbor MPR DSEIS CommentsSubject:
David,
In addition to the concems raised by The Brinnon Group in the lan2 submittal by Barbara Moore-
Lewis, Olympic Environmental Council (OEC) would add the following concerns:
POPULATION
The population of Brinnon is about 818 and maybe half this number of hornes. Expanding the number of living
quarters to 890 residential units (Options 1 & 2) will have an enormous impact in the area in many respects,
including potable water, stormwater, sewage solids and effluents,lelease of CO2 into the atmosphere and loss
of CO2 soil and tree sequestration,
ECONOMICS
Few of the built units are intended for year round occupancy. (The majority of this housing (67%) would be for
short- term visitors and 33% would be for permanent residents.) 67Yo or about 548 units are hoped to be filled,
but most likely the largest percentage of PT occupancy wilt be in the warmer time of the year, The impacts to
the area call for showing an economic analysis that this resort is financially viable. We request this be done.
Has the resort company factored in the new minimum wage for employees?
Where will construction workers (80.5% out of the area) be housed? Feasibility of housing them close to the
site? Will all construction works be from WA State?
Options 1&2 details are described but the No Action, which is to build a few hundred homesites, is not
detailed. So it is not being seriously considered. Yet, it is an Option and it should have comparative details so
the costs can be seen. You ask for the public to weigh in and the public should have this information to
consider. This is an omission and should be corrected.
The information should be combined with that of the marina so one grasps an overall pictwe of the costs and
potential impacts of the entire operation.
What costs will be put to the area and state citizens? For instance, road repair frorn additional traffic the resort
will bring. Utility costs. Medical facilities. Taxation. This estimation should be made public up front.
GLOBAL WARMTNG
Stripping this large area of trees and its natural grasses, soils and wetlands will release imrnense amount of
greenhouse gases into the ambient air. Earth removal will have a large affect on the microbial soil
community. A study needs to be done on how this will affect both the harbor life and the surrounding Brinnon
cornmunity
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Appendix M doesn't quantiry the GHG releases and effects of the releases, and the mitigations are hardly
that! And for sequestration to worko even for the replanted tees, the amount will not balance out. It takes years
to regain that sequestration, whether replanted trees or new grass. Too, please factor in how this would affect
the marine life.
EFFLUENT
Class A effluent discharge from the proposed sewerage treatment plant is planned to be stored and recycled.
Do not use this to recharge the aquifers! Do not use this for fire protection and inigation. It will make
firefighters ill!
There are many studies that determine recycling of wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) effluents are
unsafe. There are thousands of chemicals and many pathogens that cannot be tested, nor the cumulative
impacts. It is known that:
. microbeads from personal products pass through WWTPs into effluent
. MRSA and other pathogens remain in the sludge and the effluent
. antibiotic bacteria can be created in the WWTPs
. triclosan rninimizes WWTP treatment
. effluent contains frre retardants
. effluent and well as the solids contain thousands of chemicals including chemicals of emerging concern and
POPs
More reason to not recycle the effluent:
http :/iwww.epg. gov/oi g/reports/20 I 4/20 I 40929- 1 4-P-03 63.pdf
NOISE:
There is an inadequate discussion ofconstruction noise resulting from stated need to crush vast amounls ofgravel as site is developed.
Presumption is that crushing would occur in batches, based on the combination of site development, related land disturbing activities and
projected needs for each development stage. Noise abatement means should be provided in a noise abatement plan that includes hours of
operation and noise abatemenl means and County should require developmenl of computer models to predict noise impacts at receiving
properlies and ongoing monitoring to insure that projections are accurate and thar noise abatement provided is in fact effective, and should
includcs clausps calling for immodiate remedies if abatement fails to deliver promised SPL. Continuous monitoring at receiving property that
records both peak and average SPL to be recqrded during periods when crushing equipment is in operation and available for public review.
SUMMARY
This comment covers only some of the problems with the planned resort and the DSEIS. Clearly, it is not
appropriate to approve this project at this time.
Joe Breskin (Treasurer)
for Olympic Environmental Council
Jan 5, 2015
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Jefferson County Department of Community Development
Attn: David Wayne Johnson
RE: Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort DSEIS
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend WA 98368
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On behalf of Sierra Club North Olympic Group and our hundreds of
members, activists, and supporters, we are writing to submit comments
on the Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort DSEIS. Please include
these comments in the administrative record.
Sierra Club feels there are serious omissions in this Draft Environmental
Impact Statement that must be conected. Our comments on different
aspects are listed below.
GLOBAL WARMING:
An assessment needs to be done and presented on how this project will
affect global warrning and the microbial soils community due to
extensive plant and soil removal, Appendix M doesn't quantify the GHG
releases and effects of the releases, and the mitigations are clearly
inadequate. It takes years to regain sequestration of carbon,and the
DEIS also fails to factor in how this would affect marine life.
EFFLUENT:
Class A effluent discharge from the proposed sewerage treatment plant is
planned to be stored and recycled, This is a dangerous practice that
should not be used due to inevitable pathogen transfer to aquifers. There
are thousands of chemicals and many pathogens, (microbeads, MRSA,
antibiotics, fire retardants and chemicals of emerging concern) that
cannot be tested, nor are clearly known for their cumulative impacts, and
that will be introduced in a recycling system.
TRAFFIC: One of the most worrisome issues with this project is traffic.
Hwy 101 is a thoroughfare used by those traveling between Clallam
County and more southern points to Olympia. Additionally, the traffic is
greatly increased during the summer season. Roads are narrow. Much
of the route is on bluffs which fail, as some just have this December
2014 creating one way traffic for weeks. Landslides are common on this
route during the rainy season. Traffic accidents happen. This resort area
is an inhospitable site for a large resort.
WATER: Another very worrisome issue is the availability of water over
the long term and the effects on community water resources. Water will
become a key resource as weather warms and snow levels are minimized
and rainwater runoffincreases. The DSEIS does not address this truth.
SUMMARY
This comrnent can only cover some of the problems with the planned
resort and the DSEIS, Clearly, it is not appropriate to approve this
project.
Respectively submitted,
Monica Fletcher
Chair
North Olympic Group, Sierra Club
monicaflet@gmail.com
David W. Johnson
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J Hal Beattie <jhalbt@gmail.com>
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David W. Johnson
Bekah Ross
Brinnon MPR DSEIS comment
Comment DSEIS Brinnon MPR 05Jan15.docx
Mr Johnson
Attached and Included in the text of this email are our comments regarding the proposed resort on Black Point.
Sincerely
J Hal Beattie
Rebekah R Ross
Comment on the Statesman Master Plarured Resort located in Brinnon, Washington
From J Hal Beattie and Rebekah R Ross, Brinnon, WA
5 January 2015
Our main concems are as follows
l. Well water quality
2, Traffic
3. Noise
4. Rural character
The proposed resort puts our water supply at risk. What happens if our water supply dries up or is
contaminated or tums salty? Our water presently is not salty as confirmed by Department of Ecology
testing in 2009, However our well draws water from appx 50' below sea Ievel, making it vulnerable to
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Orx property shares a boundary with the proposed resoft, As such we have several concems with its
development.
salt water intrusion if the head produced by the overlying freshwater aquifer is sufficiently reduced by
resort use for the freshwater/saltwater interface to rise.
Traffic. Assuming only one trip out per unit per day would add nearly 1800 vehicle trips per day in
and out of the resort and the entrance onto 101 from Black Point Road. That will be a significant rise
over present flow.
Use of the boat ramp at pleasant harbor. Present use includes recreational boating fishing and tribal
fishing boats. On a busy day all available boat traiter parking is taken. Willthe resort supply overflow
parking or require their boating clients to park their rigs elsewhere?
Noise, Black Point is at present very quiet. The addition of 2000 plus more people as resort
residents and employees wil! add significant noise pollution. ln addition there is a possibility of float
plane service to the resort. There is currently one privately owned float plane that occasionally flies
out of Pleasant Harbor. Even though we cannot see Pleasant Harbor from our house, we know from
the noise when that plane is landing or taking off. lf the MPR operates like other time shares,
exchange of clients would come on Saturday and Sunday. Even moderate float plane service would
raise airplane noise to unacceptable levels. For example if even 10o/o ol the resort population were to
choose to fly in and out on a Saturday or Sunday, that would mean 30 to 50 flights each day. That is
a lot of noise.
Rural Character
Brinnon is a pretty sleepy and laid back place. The development of a resort on Black Point will
undoubtedly change the character of community. There will be more people, more transitory people.
The resort will not be self contained. I envision a demand from the resort cllents for services that the
community does not now have, or at least in volume. I see things like a strip with fast food, souvenir
shops, and other cheap stores that are ubiquitous in coastaltowns nearly everywhere.
Other Comments and concerns
The Draft SEIS is full of typos and inconsistencies; too many for me to list here. We would hope a
befter review and editing of the final willtake place.
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Many jobs at the resort will be seasonal. Willthose workers become part of the permanent
population of Brinnon? What happens to those seasonalworkers during the off season:
unemployment or welfare?
What happens lf Statesman cannot make a go of il? Willthe next owner be able to maintain and
operate the resort in the manner proposed by Statesman (ie low use of pesticides and herbicides, low
water use protocols, energy efficiency)? What if there is no next owner. Can the resort be bonded to
cover expenses to deconstruct if the resort fails?
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Steven John Walker
33l Dosewallips Rd
Brinnon, WA 98320
Pleasant Harbor DSEIS c/o Jefferson County DCD
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Via email to dwJohnson@co.Jefferson,wa.us
5 January, 2015
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RE: Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort DSEIS
The 2000's era adoption of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan including zoning for a Master
Planned Resort at Black Point was a singular act of folly. The passage of time has done nothing to
change the fact that plunking down a luxury resort in the rural county, far from existing lnfrastruclure
and services will have a suite of negative cultural and environmental irnpacts which cannot be mitigated.
The proponent's DSEIS document ignores or otherwlse glosses over rnany of the most substantial of
these impacts, and therefore must be deemed inadequate and incomplete,
I have identified the followtng adverse cultural and environmental impacts which neither the project
proposal, nor the DSEIS are able to adequately address or mitigate
#Fundamental change to the community
#lmpacts to the natural view shed of the Duckabush River Delta, and other aesthetic issues,
#lnadequate Traffic and Greenhouse Emisslon Analyses
#Emergenc.y Services
#lnadequate Greenhouse Emissions Analysis
#Possibility of Failure
For these reasons, it is imperatlve that the DSEIS be rejected in its current form, until these issues are
adequately add ressed and discussed.
S Fundamental change to the demographics of southeastern Jefferson County, and creation of a two-
tiered society therein.
As planned, the project would nearly double the population of the Brinnon area in ten years, a
population which has been relatively stable or seen only lncremental growth over the last century
Furthermore, this new population (presumably upscale indivlduals who could afford to, and would
choose to, live in a golf-course/resort setting) will have very little in comrnon with Brlnnon's current,
predomlna ntly working-class population,
As a resuh, we will see the creation of a two-tiered soclety ln the Brinnon area, with the current
population largely becoming the servant class of the new resort population.
This is absolutely clear by the fact that the resort will be a gated comrnunlty, with public access
restricted.
The creation of highly-stratlfied class systern in rural, southeastem Jefferson County is one of the
fundamental negative impacts of this proJect proposal, and one of the prlmary reasons why it should be
rejected.
#lmpacts to the naturalview shed of the Duckabush River Delta. and other aesthetic issues.
This study does not directly discuss the impacts to the Duckabush River delta view shed, except to use
weak meaningless language which will not translate to actual planning prescriptlons.
The toplc ls mentioned only briefly (3.15-2) but absolutely does not describe how the resort will appear
from the south and whether or the prlmarily natural view shed of the ouckabush will be altered, and to
what degree.
No figures, dlagrams, or artist representations of the ahered view are presented.
There is no discussion of to what degree the 200 foot shoreline setback will or will not obscure the
resort.
Until this topic ls addressed, the DSEIS will remaln lncomplete and adequate with respect to the subject
of aesthetic irnpacts,
fTraffic Analysls
The section 3.9 discussion of collision history is incredibly brief and deficlent. lt briefly discusses distant
interchanges such as WA Hwy, 104 / Center Road but completely omits discussion of the real rlsk, which
is accidents along the reaches of US 101. The section of highway between Quilcene and Hoodspon is a
winding, poor visibility route wlth large sections of minimalto no shoulders, As discussed below, the
analysis also ornits consideration of trips generated by residents commuting to distant employment.
#Emergency Services
Emergency response times for life-savlng care to regional hospitals in Port Townsend, Sequim, or
Shelton are prohibitively too long from Brinnon. As a result, the typical evacuation for a severe accident
victim is via helicopter to Harborview Medical Center ln Seattle.
We can expect with more residents, and more traffic on the 101, that the number of hellcopter
evacuations to Harborview will increase. Additionally, life-threatening situations such as heart attacks
can also require hellcopter evacuations.
Brinnon itself has no medical facilities, while Quilcene has a small clinic. Thus, even minor incldents that
could be routinely handled in a more populous a,rea with more facilities rnay quickly escalate into
emergencies.
An additional 0.33 EMS units wlll do very little to mitigate these impacts. An adequate dlscussion would
atternpt to fully estimate the number of expected life-threatening and other serious incidents which
would require helicopter-based evacuation.
A major earthquake or flooding event has a very real possibility of isolating the resort from the outside
world. Just recently we've seen US 101 reduced to a slngle lane south of Brinnon, with the WSDOT
reportlngthatitwill bemonthsbeforetrafficreturnstotwolanes. Thepotential closureof 101 dueto
mudslldes, rockfalls, or erosion, or the loss of one or both of the Duckabush/Dosewallips bridges could
completely isolate the resort.
ln the case of a malor catastrophe such as an earthquake, overwhelmed emergenry response units
could leavethe resort effectively on its own. The injured or ill could expect no medical response for
days. Thisisoneofthereasonswhyitisinappropriatetositeamajordevelopmentinarural area
lacking services.
ThisisalsoafundamentalflawintheDSE|Sinltspresentform, Forthlsreason,theproposalshouldbe
denied until or unless the proponents are able to provide an adequate discussion of how the isolated
resort would respond to a catastrophic natural dlsaster.
flnadequate Traffic and Greenhouse Emission Analyses
Together, these topics greatly under-estimate the number of additionalvehicle miles which will be
generated by the resort, and therefore the volume of greenhouse gasses which will be produced over
the period of the resort's life,
Presumably, with nearly 300 permanent residentlal unlts and an estlmated 556 new permament
resldents, not all of these residents will be retired or members of the idle rich. Sorne of them rnay in fact
work for a living. Jobs for these presumably upper-middle class individuals are absent in ruralJefferson
County, These permanent residents would presumably thus commute to distant areas such as Shelton,
Port Townsend, Sequim, or Kitsap for work. Even the roughest calculation shows that a single cornmuter
would generate on the order of 400 weekly round-trip rniles to reach these job markets (40 miles one
way to Shelton or Port Townsend). Even if only 18% of permanent residents commute to work, this
would represent an additional40,000 weekly rnlles, and 200,000 yearly mlles drlven by commuting
residents of the resort.
Given that neither the traffic nor the greenhouse emission analyses appear to account for these
commuter miles, both must be deemed incomplete and inadequate at this tlrne.
#Conclusion
ln conclusion, while I understand that the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan and Zoning allow for a
Master Planned Resort at Black Point, they certainly do not reguire approvalof any given proposal. ln
the caseof this proposal, the resort is simptytoo largefora rural, isolated communityto assimilate
without fundamentally changing the core aspect of the community.
lunderstand thatthis is a speculative proposal, and that the proponents need to be sized substantlally
enough to for it to be economically viable to them, However, this economlc-driven scope from the
proponent's standpoint should not be allowed to drive the process at the regulatory level.
Jefferson County must make a realistic estimate of what level of economic development is both viable,
sustainable, and realistic in the Brinnon area. The comprehensive plan and MPR designation
notwithstanding, this proposal fails tests of viability, sustainability, and reality and therefore should not
be approved ln its current form.
(electronically signed 5 January, 2015)
Steve Walker
David W. Johnson
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David W, Johnson
Concerning the proposed DSEIS for Black Point MPR
January 3, 2015
As a current property owner in Jefferson County on the Duckabush River Road, Brinnon WA (parcel #502-071-004), I
have concluded the subject DSEIS for Black Point MRP is inadequate.
loppose the approvalof DSEIS for Elack Point MPR byJefferson County, State of Washington.
Judd Tuberg
5401 NE 200th Pl.
Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
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STATE OF WASHINGTON
DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY
PO Br.tx 47775 ,Olyrnpio. Washington 98504-7775 . (360) 407-6300
71 1 for Washington Relay Servrce . Pers'ons witlt a spoech disability can call 877-833-6341
January 5,2015
Mr. David Wayne Johnson
Jefferson County
Cornmuniry Development Department
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Dear Mr. Johnson:
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Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the draft supplemental environmental impact
statement for the Pleasant Harbor Marina and Colf Resort LLC Master Planned Resort Project
(Case Nos. MLA08-00188, ZON08-00056) located at Pleasant Harbor, south of Brinnon as
proposed by Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Resort, LLC. The Department of Ecology
(Ecology) reviewed the information provided and has the following comment(s):
SHORELAIYDS & ENVIRONMBNTAL ASSISTANCE: Rick Mraz (360) 407-6221
Prior cornments were provided regarding wetlands on October 24,2007 (see enclosure).
They included the following information:
Placement of fill in wetlands may require an individual or general(nationwide) permit from
the U.S. Anny of Corps of Engineers (Corps). We advise the applicant to contact the Corps
to detennine if a permit is needed. Should an individual Corps permit be required, a water
quality certification will also be required from Ecology. If the wetland is determined to be
isolated and not subject to the Corps jurisdiction, it rernains a jurisdictional wetland for
Ecology, and will require permitting by this agency. For more information, ptease contact
Rick Mraz, Wetland and Shoreline Specialist at the phone number given above.
WATER QUALITY: Deborah Cornett (360) 407-7269
Erosion control measures must be in place prior to any clearing, grading, or construction.
These control measures must be effective to prevent stormwater runofffrorn carrying soil
and other pollutants into surface water or storrndrains that lead to waters of the state. Sand,
silt, clay particles, and soil will damage aquatic habitat and are considered to be pollutants.
Any discharge of sediment-laden runoffor other pollutants to waters of the state is in
violation of Chapter 90.48 RCW, Water Pollution Control, and WAC 173-201A, Water
Quality Standards for Surface Waters of the State of Washinglon, and is subject to
enforcement action.
January 5,2015
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The following construction activities require coverage under the Construction Stormwater
General Permit:
l. Clearing, grading and/or excavation that results in the disfurbance of one or more
acres and discharges stormwater to surface waters of the State; and
2. Clearing, grading and/or excavation on sites smaller than one acre that are part of a
larger common plan of developrnent or sale, if the comrnon plan of development or
sale will ultimately disturb one acre or more and discharge stonnweter to surface
waters of the State,
a) This includes forest practices (including, but not limited to, class [V conversions)
that are part of a construction activity that will result in the disturbance of one or
morc acres, and discharge to surface waters of the State; and
3. Any size construction activity discharging stormwater to waters of the State that
Ecology:
a) Determines to be a significant contributor of pollutants to waters of the State of
Washington.
b) Reasonably expects to cause a violation of any water quality standard.
If there are known soil/ground water contaminants present on-site, additional information
(including, but not limited to: temporary erosion and sediment control plans; stonnwater
pollution prevention plan; list of known oontaminants with concentrations and depths found;
a site map depicting the sample location(s); and additional studies/reports regarding
contaminant(s)) will be required to be submitted.
You may apply online or obtain an application from Ecology's website at:
http://wrvw.ecv,wa,gov/programVwq/stormrvater/constructio!r/ - ApplicatioE. Construction
site operators must apply for a permit at least 60 days prior to discharging stormwater from
construction activities and must submit it on or before the date of the first public notice.
Ecology's comments are based upon infonnation provided by the lead agency. As such, they
may not constitute an exhaustive list ofthe various authorizations that must be obtained or legal
requirernents that must be fulfilled in order to carry out the proposed action.
If you have any questions or would like to respond to these comments, please contact the
appropriate reviewing staff listed above.
Department of Ecology
Southwest Regional Offi ce
(SM:14-5991)
Enclosure
cc; Deborah Cornett, WQ
Rick Mraz, SEA
Joyce Smith, HQ/WQ
Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Resort, LLC (Proponent)
STATE OT WASHTNGION
DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOCY
pe Box 4Z7ZS . Olympia, Washiagton 98504-7775 o (360) 407-6300
Octobcr 24,2007
lvG. Stacie Hoskins, Planning Manager
Jeffcrson County
Community Development Dc,parfnent
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
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Thank you for the opporhrnlty to comment on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) fot
the Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Courso, Master Planned Resort projcct (File No. MLA06-87)
located south of Brinnon at Us Highway 101 and Black Point Road as proposed by Statesman Group
of Companies, US Head Oflice. The Department of Ecology (Ecolory) reviewed the environmental
checklist and has the following comment(s):
TLOODPLAINS: Kevin FantU (360) 407-7253
Ecology's Floodplain Managancnt Program would like to remind Jeffcrson County of thcir
obligation under the National Flood Insurance hogram G'[FIP) to rcgulate development within
the FEMA idcntifisd 10O-year floodplain. While this DEIS is bassd on a "non-projcct", furilter
review should be oonducted in tbc cvent the proposalmoves into an implementation phase to
ensure any development within the 100-year floodplain rneets Federal, State, and local codes.
SOLID WASTE & FINANCIAL ASSISTAhICE: AI Salvi (360) 40?-6287
The applioant slroutd consider dcsigning and construstlng ttre facility so opporhmities to recycle
&r at least as convenient as waste disposal. Space should be provided inside and outside the
facility to accommodate equipment and containers for processing and storage of recyclablcs.
Materials such as papsr, glass, aluminum and other metals, corrugated containere, and plastics
should be recycled.
Please consider the use of low-toxio building products and finishcs, and incorporating building
meterials that have been salvaged or are madc from rccycled matcrials to ths grcaEst extem
possibte in the project. Please call Rschael Jamison at (360) 40?-6352lbr more infonnation.
The applicant should oonsider designing the waste water dratment facility and golf course to usc
thc treated water for irrig*ion on thc golf course.
TOIUCS CLEAFIIIP: Chuck Cline (360) 4A7-6267
If contamination is cunsrilly known or observed during constntction or soil rernoval (placcnrcnt),
sarnp.hng of the potelrtially contaminated media must be conductcd, lf contamination of soil or
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EnvironmenhlReport Tracklng System Coordinator at thc Southwest Regional Officc at (360)
407-6300. For assistance and information about subscqucnt clcanup and to idcntis thc tlpc of
tcsting thst will be required contact Chuck Clirrc, If contamination is idcntified, this issuc may
bc referrsd to your jurisdictional health department as a solid waste concern.
This sitc is preseotly undcrgoing rcvicw as a Volurnary Cleanup Pr,ogrsrr site. Scott Rose is the
site manager and will provide an opinion lettcr addressing Toxics Cleanup issues. Soott can bo
contacted at (360) 447 -6347,
WATER QUAIiIY: Deborah Cornett (360)fi7:726g
The projcct mcntions on pagcs iv and 3-10 that arr NPDES permit fbr constnrction is needed and
will bc obtaincd. As notcd, a pcrmit is required if the project is one acre or greater, and therc is a
disoharge of stormwater. Dischargcs to zurface watcrs include, but are not limited to, roadside
ditches, possibly the kcttlcs on site, wetlands, and the intermittent strearns identifipd on the site as
woll as Hood Canal. Sources of discharge can include tracking dirt offsite, which is often
overlooked as a potential disoharge.
To apply for thc Construction StormwahrNPDES Gcncral Pcrmit @crmit), thc applicetion, or
Noticc of Intcnt (NOt) shall be submitted on or before the date of the first public noticc (a
different notice than SEPA) and at least at least 60 days prior to thc dischargc of stormwatcr frorn
construction activities. The Storrrwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) developed for this
silo must bc in compliance with Seotion S. 9 of the Permit as well as Jefferson County
regulations.
WATER RESOURCES: Phil Crane (360) 407-o23E
Thc pruponent states they have existing water rights of rry to 2E acrc-feet that will provido wuter
for the project up to Phase 2. There is no discussion of thc cxtent and validity ofthe rights so
Ecology cannot determine whethcr'these rights are adeguate for the initial phase. The proponents
have liled new applications for both gound water and surfacc water that if approved, would be
adequate for the projcct.
WEILAIIDST Rick Mraz Q60) 407 -6221
After preliminary review of the DEIS for the Brinnon Mascer Planned Resort (MPR) I note that
the proposal includes fill and possible hydrologic alteration of wetlands determined to be isolated
by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps). Howevcr, the DEIS document docs not rcfclence
the sratp wetlands permit prccess or acknowledge that state authorization is required for these
wctland irnpacts.
Any project that calls for filling or altering a wetland detemrined by the Corps to bc isolated will
still be subject to regulation by thc state. Thc staters process for reviewing projects that involve
isolated wetlands will bo different from the 401 Water Quality Certifioation process that is
uiggered by the Corps 404 permit, Rather, Ecology will use adrninistrmivc ondos to rcgtlate
projccts that will have impacts to isolatcd wstlands. The standards of review will rcrnain the
samc as undcr 401 watcr-guality ccrtifications - thst is, the state water<luality stardards for
surfaco waters (WAC 173-201A).
October 24,2007
Page 3
To seek an administrative order for this project, which proposes to fill or impact isolated
wetlands, the proponent should contact the Oflice of Regulatory Assistance (ORA), where their
staffwill guide you through the rcgulatory process. ORA staffcan bc reached st (360) 407-7037,
l-800-917-0043 or via e-mail at assistutce@ora.wa.Eov.
Ecology's comments are based upon information provided by the lead agency. As such, they do not
constitutc an exhaustive list of the various authorizations that must be obtained or legal requirements
that must be fi:lfilled in order to oarry out the proposed action.
If you have any questions or would liko to respond to thcse comments please contact the appropriate
rcviewing staff listod abovo.
Dcpartment ofEoolory
Southwest Reglonal Officc
(Aw:07.72s0)
cc: Chuck Cline, TCP
Dcborah Comett, WQ
Phil Cranc, WR
Kevin Farcll, SEA :
Rick Mraz, SEA
Scott Rose, TCP
Al Salvi, SWFAP
Ifu.ren Barrows, Jeffcrson County :
Statcsnran Group of Companies, US Hcad Officc (Proponent)
Statcsman Group of Companies, Corporate Head Office
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comments on Statesman/Black Point DSEISSubject:
January 5, 2015
To: Mr David Wayne Johnson, Project Planner, Jefferson County, WA
(sent via email)
Dear Mr Johnson,
This message contains my comments regarding the Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort Draft Supplemental
Environmental lmpact Statement (DSEIS) that was published on November 79,2QL4. Would you please verify that I've
sent these comments to the correct address (ie, you), or else tell me where they should be sent instead?
I live near Hoodsport in Mason County. Even though I'm not a resident of Jefferson County, this proposed resort will
have enormous impacts on anyone who lives in the Hood Canal region, The 'improvements' contalned in the DSEIS over
the project plans presented in previous documents range from miniscule to insignlficant, and it's readily apparent that
no serious attempt has been made to mitigate the numerous serious impacts this project will foist upon the area where I
live. Further damage to the Hood Canal ecosystem, removal of wetlands, increased traffic and progressive saltwater
infiltration lncurred by this project are among the most glaring issues that have been essentially ignored by the
developer in this and previous documents, among a host of others. Furthermore, the developer should not be allowed
to withhold from public view project plans for the Pleasant Harbor marina area or any other parts of the project that
don't contain proprietary or otherwise confidential information.
I urge you in the strongest possible terms to not permit this project to go forward until the developer offers a complete
mitigation plan for ALL of the potential project impacts, and is fully transparent regarding plans for existing facilities such
as the marina.
Thank you for your consideration.
/s/ David Galle
PO Box 428
Hoodsport, WA 98548
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Jefferson County Planning Commission
Public Commentary on DSEIS Nov. 19 2014
Rob Mitchell
4246Duckabush Rd.
Brinnon, Wa. 98320
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I protest the fact that the developer was allowed 5 % years with no deadline to produce
this massive document and delivered during the holidays when many county residents are
away and unaware of it's existence. Furthermore, the Public Commentary Period is
inadequate. I ordered and pruchased a hard copy at my own cost of $71.67 which was not
available until 11125114 Many of the Brinnon Residents do not have adequate intemet
service to view this document or can afford to buy one.
The DSEIS for the proposed Black Point MPR is inadequate therefore Alternative 3 or
No Action must be preferred.
A) The Traffic Study is highly inadequate. Highway l0l on the East side of the Olympic
peninsula is the only non toll direct connection to the I-5 corridor and is used for all
major shipments of goods, services as well as residents and tourism both on and offthe
peninsula. When serious accidents occur along this highway it closes it down for many
hours affecting both comrnerce and quality of life for residents. This has large real
monetary costs and in some cases health and safety to not only Brinnon residents but, the
entire Peninsula.
In the 2007 EIS P.34 Transportation it states. "The County identified 5 specific issues
to be addressed as part of the Transportation Review." The very first requirement is the
most important.
1.) US HWY 101
The Loss of Service (LOS) data was from the year 2000, The actual car trip count data
dates back to 2006, Neither of these are currant in 2014.
Transportation Engineering North West LLC states in Responses to Transportation-
Related Public Comments received on SEIS Nov.2009 to an HCEC comrnent, pg. l8
paragraphs 6-7
"There is no evidence of unsafe driving or roadway conditions through review of
historical collision records or review of general geometric conditions in the general
vicinity."
"While collisions do occur along roadway segments there was no evidence noted to
suggest specific review along roadways. If WSDOT or Jefferson County had identified
specific "high accident corridor" in the vicinity then a review of roadway segment
collision statistics would have been conducted. Absent this determination, this analysis
was not warranted,"
Transportation Engineering of North West LLC did not count accidents in non
intersection highway segments.
Three of the most notoriously dangerous sections of roadways are in the irnmediate
vicinity of the MPR.
1.) South bound, l/1Oft of a mile from Black Pt. Rd. the sharp down hill rt. Turn
prior to Duckabush Rd.
2.) At2.8 mi. Southbound is McDaniel Cove.
3.) Northbound 6.4 miles from Black Pt. Rd. is Mt.Walker Pass.
These 3 locations are sources forhundreds ofvery serious accidents, including our
own Sheriffs Dept. which shuts down this vital commercial route for as long as 6
hours. (See Traffic's Financial Impact Study
www.wsdot.wa, gov/... I Jwe2012 lmpact_Freight_Congestion.pdf )
The traffic analysis shows that out of 41 00 car trips a day 30o/o or I 230 cars a day will
pass the first two dangers southbound , 65% or 2665 cars a day will negotiate Mt. Walker
Pass. On the two side arterials of Duckabush and Dosewallips Roads it will be 3%o or 123
cars a day or over a l0 hour period 12,3 cars/hour. The 2 public trail heads up the
Duckabush have a combined parking arca of @36 vehicles.
The response from Transportation Engineering North West LLC is that "this increase in
traffic is common with developments of this size and with the mitigations proposed (the
shuftle bus and passengor van) no adverse impact is expected."
This is inadequate mitigation.
B.) In a2013 meeting at Department of Ecology while clarifring the awarding of water
rights to Statesman Corp. John Pearch, LHG informed us that "No class A water
treatment system removes soluble chemicals" The MPR proposes to re-use this water in
irrigation, fire suppression and aquifer recharge. This would mean that hundreds of
medications people use daily will turn up in the single aquifer under Black Point.
The water rights were awarded but additional wells were never drilled. A pump test was
atternpted on an existing well but was aborted after equiprnent failure so draw down rate
and available volume was never proven. Usage amounts have not and will not be
determined until full build out with the caveat that for each phase during the possible
decade long construction adequate water must be proven. If the development is stopped
who pays to moth balt it or restore it to natural conditions?
There is physical evidence of saltwater intrusion having occurred on the edges of the
Black Point Aquifer. DOE has conditioned that rnonitoring must be done and for as long
as l0 additional years after build out completion. Statesman has put several restrictive
conditions on what an individual well owner has to do to prove their potable well waler
was lost due to Statesman's actions. This is in conflict with the DOE conditions on the
water rights. Statesman condition's that they can demand additional evidence that they
are at fault. If they do accept fault the owner rnay hook up, at Statesman's cost, to their
water system and then they will have to pay for it's use. This is also in conflict with the
conditions DOE placed. (See Pearch Hydrology Memo Part l)
C.) During part of the l0 year construction period there will be a full scale gravel and
rock mining operation. "This will include excavation, screening of gravel and rock
crushing." (The) " machinery used will be scrapers, excavators, bulldozers, wheeled front
loaders; a portable screening plant, feed-hopper, portable gravel crusher, finishing
crusher, water trucks, highway/of-road trucks...conveyor belt systems and
vibratory/sheep-foot compactor rollers." This will be 1200 feet away from the closest
existing residence. This is inadequate mitigation.
D.) There is no estimate of the tonnage of Bio Solids the treatment plant will produce
although, there's mention of it's transport off site that will increase heavy truck tra^ffic.
It's stated that it will be processed at the proposed Shelton Plant yet there is no evidence
of this.
E.) This resort will also contribute 141 5 tons of refuse per year to be trucked off site to
land fills.
F.) The reduction of the resort structure's foot print results in construction savings for
Statesman yet raises the elevations of the buildings visible from l0l to as high as 70'.
The reduction of the cut and fill necessary while being "Greener" also creates
construction savings. The Green Washing of this resort does nothing to mitigate the
enorrnous negative impacts on the local roads and community due to the massive scale of
the project. Garth Mann and Statesman group state they can build the resort to this scale
legally but the real reason is to inoease the profit margin,
G.) Direct negative impacts on Briruron and Jefferson County were to be mitigated by
Memorandums Of Understanding (MOU's) but achieve little for our citizens.
L) EMS: In 2013 there were 249 EMS calls per the797 people of Brinnon (2010 Census)
which is 31%. Add the estimated population of 2000 Resort people means that there
would be 620 calls per year. While Statesman will pay the Fire Dept $10,000. per quarter
or $3,333 per month only during construction that amount is less than it would cost to
hire an additional EMT. After full build out the collected taxes are estimated to be
enough for increased services and calls but now the estimated construction time is
vaguely as long as ten years depending on the economy. Statesman will supply a used
ladder truck so our volunteers can fight fires in buildings as tall as 70'. However the Fire
Dept. is responsible for all training personnel for it's use and upkeep and mechanical
maintenance.
2.) Police: Due to budget shortages the Sub Station in Quilcene was closed. Statesman
will supply a 500 sq. ft. room (25'X20' or smaller than a 2 car guage) but without the
budget to supply and staff it.
3.) Employee Housing: Since most of the employees will be from out of Brinnon and
probably Jefferson County Statesman will build "Affordable" housing for them and
collect rent.
4.) Schools: Basically get nothing until collection of taxes after full build out, use of an
on site space for lectures on how green the MPR is. The only money they will receive is 2
dollars per tee time and spa use will be paid to the school district as well as 1 dollar per
hour for students hired by statesman for part time, minimum wage jobs. How much this
amount will be is not supplied.
5.) Health: Statesman will supply 500 sq. ft, clinic (25'X20') for an LNP or GP for use by
resort members,
6,) Construction Jobs: A project of this magnitude is done by Multi National Commercial
Company which means that the principle profit will leave town. Sub Contractors would
be required to have the commercial level of insurance and usually have worked with the
General Construction company before. The only additional workers needed will be
Minimum wage day laborers.
In the EIS 3.11-5 Construction Employment it states that 1750 jobs will be created but
this number is the total for all four phases when in fact many of the jobs will be the same
for all four phases. For example the site prep, excavation, foundation, framing and finish
crews will remaia the sarne so this nurnber is false. In 3.11-16 vague promises are made
such as the new-employment-COUlD-lower the Jefferson County unemployment rate-
depending -on whether the individuals reside there. And, it's POSSIBLE nearby
businesses will experience and increase in business,
In Appendix N, pg. 29 is the conclusion ofjobs created. The Average Median Income
(AMI) in Brinnon is$4?,679. The number ofjobs created which are At (80% of $42,679.: $34,143.) or Below the AMI are 223 people.
The conclusion found in Appendix N page 28 based on tables 3-l through 3-4 (pages 8-
I l) is that "Construction total and indirect jobs at or below the Brinnon AMI is only 342
jobs with an income of $34,143.00
7.) Finished Resort Employment: While 280 jobs are predicted the majority will still be
low income or minimum wage and it's not stated how many of those are part time
employment. It's estimated that "Wahnart costs surrounding communities $13 million in
econornic activity and $14.5 rnillion in lost wages over 20 years " (see
http://pueetsoundsaE.org/doynloads/!VA.lmart-Fowler-Report-2012-04-06_l - l.pdf)
In Tables I -20 for all phases of construction these are the total jobs created and annual
incomes,
48 jobs are above the AMI ranging in income from $36,000. to $52,914.
108 jobs are from $10,593. to $14,381.
l2l jobs are from $19,241. to $28,00.
The 2014 Poverty Guides from the US Dept. of Health & Human Services are;
Family of 5 annual income of $27,910,4 23,850.3 19,790.2 15,730.
In conclusion out of 280 jobs created an incredible 83% are considered Poverty level.
See http://aspe.hhs. gov/POVERTY/1 4poverty.cfm
8.) Public Use: Is limited to the bike and walking paths. Tee times are restricted and a
lirnited number of the Resort's features can be used and paid for by the local cornmunity
Many amenities such as use of the pool and tennis coufts are for Resort residents only.
9.) Tax Revenue; State taxes are collectedof 9% and sentto Olympiaof which 6.5%
stays there and the leftover 25%is returned to Port Townsend the County seat. Both of
these entities have free reign as to where and how it's spent while the citizens of Brinnon
and those communities along Hood Canal bear the brunt of traffrc and safety. Levies
attached to our property taxes will go to help our school, fire dept, and County Sheriff.
These funds will not be available until Phase 4 and Full Build Out are achieved.
This is a development of massive scale. If allowed to go ahead with these multiple
inadequacies in the DSEIS it will require a large investment but also reaps very large
short-term profit for the developer and that revenue leaves. Ifthe developer stays on as
the Property Management Co. or contracts to another multinational company In either
case property rnanagement is still profit driven. Up keep of the MPR's infrastructure will
be paid for by user fees and Home Owner Association fees, which will rise as
deterioration begins and operational costs rise.
The PUD created for the operation of the Water System and Sewage Treatment Plant has
to make enough profit to cover maintenance and future replacement of deteriorating
equipment. Some time in the future the entire Sewage Treatment Plant will have to be
replaced. Who and how is that paid for?
See http://www.fqdqrandasqocjatg!,9om/Reports/Dqstination Resort_Impact Study.pdf
lmpact of Destination Resorts in Oregon Fodor & Associates
March 2009 page 85
lf Thornburgh Resort is successful, its developer could make $300 million on lot sales,
almost doubling its investment. The lucrative profit potentialfor developers creates a
formidable incentive for them to pursue resort projects on Oregon's cheap rural lands in
beautiful natural settings. They can afford to spend liberally to make their resort projects
possible.
Economic !mpact Conclusions
Many of the economic impact studies provided by developers portray an overly optimistic
picture of the development project's benefits by ignoring the costs associated with
providing public services, public infrastructure, and the potential adverse impacts on the
community and the environment.
The "leisure and hospitality" sector (that includes destination resorts) paid average
annual wages of only $16,096, the lowest of any employment sector in Deschutes
County and about half as much as the average annual wage in the County of $31,492 in
2006.
Even if two members of a household worked full time at the Thomburgh Resort, they
would still make less than the median household income in 2004 and the effect of the
resort will be to depress median wages in the County.
Household incomes below $21,200 represent the Federal poverty level for a family of
four.
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Most jobs created by the resort will be temporary and when construction is completed,
1,471 jobs will be lost, causing ripple effects in the local economy.
The addition of more than 2000 peak new jobs to Deschutes County will have a very
significant impact on the local housing market, especially when the temporary jobs are
lo.t.
Low-wage jobs created by the resort will increase demand for affordable housing.
While the Peterson Housing Report estimates a peak of only 133 new households
generated by the resort, it is more realistic that a peak of 978 new households will need
to find housing in Deschutes County.
After the resort is completed, there witl be an estimated permanent demand for
347 new housing units in the County
David W. Johnson
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Monday, January 05, 2015 11:06 AM
David W. Johnson
development near Brinnon
I am worried about the proposed development near Brinnon. Please no golf course or resort or commercial development!
Sincerely, katie whitman
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commtech.us@gmail.corn on behalf of Mark Rose <mark@markrose.org>
Monday, January 05, 2015 10:56 AM
David W. Johnson
Brinnon SEPA Acomment
Brinnon SEPA comment.docx
Pasted belqw and attached - thank you.
From:
Mark Rose.
687 Pulali Point Road
Brinnon, WA 98320
360-30 l -2600
To:
David Johnson
Department of Community Development
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Re: Proposed Pleasant Harbor Golf Course and Resort DSEIS
Date: January 5, 2015
Greetings,
I have been a Brinnon resident for the past 15 yearc. I have followed the proposed resort development at Black
Point closely since it was proposed more than 5 years ago, I have also conducted hundreds of hours of research
into this and previous proposals for Black Point devleopment, and studied similar proposals and the history
cornpleted MPR-typeresorts in the San Juans, other counties in Washington state, and elsewhere in the United
States.
I appealed the SEPA ruling for the Brinnon Sub Area plan in 2002 and received favorable rulings from the
SEPA Hearings Examiner and Western Washington Growth Management Hearings Board, I have studied to
Jefferson County FEIS and the DSEIS for this latest resort proposal.
My particular concems with the current DSEIS include but are not limited to highway use, road safety, water
quality in Hood Canal, overdevelopment on a fragile shoreline, potential for adverse impacts on our existing
economic base of tourism, and the statistically high risk that taxpayers will bear the burden of this development
and/or its potential for failure.
Sea water intrusion, well contamination, decreasing water supplies, and the impacts of new dritled wells on
existing water supplies is a huge issue in South County and in particular close to the shoreline, It is clear that
insufficient data has been collected or produced as to potential negative impacts of extremely high water use as
proposed by this intensive development and golf course.
I remain deeply concemed that this proposal was handed out for public comment over the Thanksgiving through
New Year's holidays when many area taxpayers are out of the area or involved with family and guests. This
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makes the tirning of this public comment period questionable as to whether we, the public, were even offered
adequate time for review.
The proposal as put forth fails to meet county goals of improving tourism revenue for South County, and in fact
could adversely impact tourism revenue for South County. This area is reachable only by a two-lane road from
north and south. Last year, one fatality accident on Mount Walker caused traffic to be stuck on Mt Walker for
seven hours. This is only one serious accident that has completely closed access to the area.
I urge that the no action option be selected in response to this project.
If options one or two are allowed, the developer must be required to: 1) deposit the amount of all ascertainable
direct and indirect costs regarding services and infrastructure into a fund available to local govemment to cover
the costs as they are incurred, and 2) furnish a performance bond issued by a highly rated insurer to cover all
potential costs that cannot be ascertained beforehand, including repairing any environmental damage incurred
over a 50 year period because of the development and the costs of cleanup and restoration if the project is
started but abandoned.
I have read the marketing materials frorn the developer. Like the previous developer they use misleading
language to explain the area. We can go virtually the entire month of August with a couple of days of sunshine
and the heavy rains, cold and wind for approximately six months of the year is not conducive to an attractive
resort.
Thank you for your consideration of my comments
Respectfully submitted,
Mark Rose
t tart Rose
http ://reb-e_lno.use. com/markrose/
http ://about. me/markrose
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David W. Johnson
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David W, Johnson
Rstlss49@aol.com
Comments on MPR at Black Point revised
Mn Johnson,
I have revised my commenfs fo /7x a couple of typo's. Ihls is my finalversrbn. P/ease submit ffirs as my comments on the
MPR.
Mr Johnson,
I write to you today concerning the proposed MPR at Black Point in Brinnon Wa. I strongly oppose this development and
urge a "No Action" determination.
I was involved with this process early in the Brinnon Sub Area Plan, which was simply a vehicle to push fonrard this MPR,
with no consideration to any adverse effects on the people who live in Brinnon or the environment.
Most people who visit the Brinnon area do so for the shell fishing and the beauty of the low lands and mountains. I doubt
very much if many could atford a round of golf or a home at the proposed resort.
Hood Canal is an extremely sensitive body of water already under stress. Who will be responsible for the restoring the
habitat after being contaminated with run off and fertilizer? To think that this could never happen is both irresponsible and
naive,
Once a habitat is destroyed there is neither the money nor the resources to clean it up.
This was a poor idea at the beginning and a dangerous one now
Peter Siefert
PO Box 573
Brinnon,WA. 98320
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Bonnie BeaudoinPLU <beaudobj@plu.edu>
Sunday, January 04, 2015 8:09 PM
David W. Johnson
Master Planned Resort (MPR)
Dear David Johnson,
I would like to weigh in on the master plan for the proposed resorVgolf course proposal for Hood Canal area
South of Brinnon. Option 3 seems the best option in light traffic impact, fresh water (wells) concerns, and other
environmental factors. Option 3 provides recreational access for a variety of people as opposed to a golf course
which seems rather elitist.
Let's look at the big picture, not just the l8th hole.
Bonnie Beaudoin
Using stories, artifacts, and experiences to teach, connect, and inspire.
beaudobi@olu,edu
EDUC.412: Social Studies Methods
Outreach Education Coordinator
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David W. Johnson
Rstlss49@aol.com
Brinnon MPR Comments
Mr Johnson,
I write to you today concerning the proposed MPR at Black Point in Brinnon Wa. I strongly oppose this development and
urge a "No Action" determination.
I was involved with this process early in the Brinnon Sub Area Plan, which was simply a vehicle to push fonvard this MPR,
with no consideration to any adverse effects on the people who live in Brinnon or the environment.
Most people who visit the Brinnon area do so for the shell fishing and the beauty of the low lands and mountains. I doubt
very much if many could afford a round of golf or a home at the proposed resort.
Hood Canal is an extremely sensitive body of water already under stress. Who will be responsible for the restoring the
habitat after being contaminated with run otf and terlilizer? To think that this could never happen is both irresponsible and
naive.
Once a habit is destroyed there is neither the money nor the resources to clean it up,
This was a poor idea at the beginning and a dangerous one now
Peter Siefert
Brinnon,WA.
Subject:
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David W. Johnson
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Bonnie Beaudoinjj <beaudoinjj@yahoo.com>
Sunday, January 04, 20'15 5:47 PM
David W. Johnson
Proposed ResorUgolf course master plan
Dear David Johnson ,
I would like to weigh in on the proposal for the resort/golf course plan on Hood Canal just South of Brinnon. Option 3
seems the least disruptive considering traffic, well water, and other community/environmental concerns, Option 3
offers resort/wilderness access for a variety of people while the golf option seems rather elitist. Let those golfers trade
in their clubs for a nature vacation.
Please add me to the email list regardlng thls concern.
Bonnie Beaudoin
Beaudobj@plu.edi
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Sarah Clawson-Schuch <saclawso@gmail.com>
Sunday, January 04,2015 3:57 PM
David W, Johnson
DSEIS proposal for a Master Planned Resort (MPR)$ubject:
Dear Mr. Johnson:
I am writing to voice my opinion regarding the DSEIS proposal for a Master Planned Resort (MPR)Just south of Brinnon
on the Hood Canal/Black Point peninsula. I am endorsing "no action" because of issues about traffic, lack of available
well water to the proposed development, public safety, lack of a bond if the project should begin and fail, infrastructure,
and the massive size given the locale, I also feel this decision is being rushed consldering the brief window from
Thanksgiving to New Year's. I live in Port Ludlow but have hiked extensively in the Brinnon area and south of there. lt
would be a shame to spoil the natural beauty of this area with large-scale development.
Sincerely,
Soroh Clowson-Schuch
saclowso@omoil.com
(360)215-4065 home
(765)776-68i9 cell
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kirie pedersen <kirie.pedersen@gmail.com>
Sunday, January 04, 2015 9:49 AM
David W, Johnson
Public Comment on Black Point DSEIS
DSEIS PROPOSAL COMMENTS 2015.docx
Attenti o n : dw:i ohnson@co. i effe_rson. wa. us
From:
Kirie Pedersen, M.A.
687 Pulali Point Road
Mailing address: PO Box 687
Brinnon, WA 98320
(360) 316-9066 - cellular
To:
David Johnson
Department of Community Development
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Re: Proposed Pleasant Harbor Golf Cowse and Resort DSEIS
Date: January 3,2015
Greetings,
I am a lifelong Brinnon resident. My family has lived on Dabob Bay since 1946.1was bom here, raised here,
and pay taxes here, I know the environment and community from participating in it and observing it over six
decades. Over the past several years, I have attended numerous meetings regarding proposed resort
development at Black Point. I bave also conducted hundreds of hours of research into this and previous
proposals for Black Point, and studied similar proposals and completed projects and their impacts on existing
communities in the San Juans, Clallam County, and elsewhere.
My particular concems with the current Black Point DSEIS include but are not limited to highway use, road
safety, water quality in Hood Canal, overdevelopment on a fragile shoreline, potential for adverse impacts on
our existing economic base of tourism, fire danger, and the statistically high risk that taxpayers will bear the
burden of this developrnent and/or its potential for failure.
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I am deeply concemed that this proposal was handed out for public comment over the Thanksgiving through
New Year's holidays when many area taxpayers are out of the area or involved with family and guests and
challenging weather conditions. The timing of this public comment period makes it questionable as to whether
we, the public, were even offered adequate time or opportunity for review,
Due to my family's, neighbors' and my own dependency on wells,I have in particular conducted research on
well water availability and safety throughout the area, including Black Point, Sea water intrusion, well
contamination, decreasing water supplies in the world and area in general, and the impacts of new drilled wells
on existing water supplies is a huge issue in South County and in particular close to the shoreline. It is clear that
insuffrcient data has been collected or produced as to potential negative impacts of extremely high water use as
proposed by this proposed intensive development and golf course.
The proposal as put forth fails to meet county goals for improving tourism revenue for South County, and in
reality could adversely impact tourism revenue for South County. This area is reachable only by a two-lane road
from north and south. Last year, just one fatality accident on Mount Walker caused a huge quantity of traffic,
cars with families or people on olu way to work, to be stuck on Mt Walker for seven hours. This is only one
accident to completely close access to the area. The only other option for access in an accident or larger disaster
is by air, Air transport of the injured or to investigate or fight fires often ends up being at public expense. When
we had a forest fire here a few years ago, huge crews were housed in Brinnon around our fire station, and some
of the firefighting then was also by air, with helicopters scooping water from Hood Canal to dump on the almost
inaccessible steep slopes where the fire was located.
Safety problems out on the Canal are also diffrsult to address, as I know personally from having a front row seat
to many. Getting law enforcement to Brinnon often involves hours of delay, which means that dangerous
situations aren't addressed in a timely way. Private security on the resort itself doesn't address peripheral issues
that will arise due to the changing demographic such a massive change to our community will entail.
Our attractions in South County are the forests, parks, camping, hiking, shell fishing, and relative serenity of a
so-far fairly undisturbed shoreline and adjoining forests. This area is already clogged with tourists in the
summers. Ironically, these same features also offer the U.S. Navy, a large area employer, the conditions
required to conduct myriad tests out in Hood Canal.
I urge that the no action option be selected in response to this project.
If options one or two are allowed, the developer must be required to: 1) deposit the amount of all ascertainable
direct and indirect costs regarding services and infrastructure into a fund available to local goverrrment to cover
the costs as they are incurred, and 2) furnish a performance bond issued by a highly rated inzurer to cover all
potential costs that cannot be ascertained beforehand, including repairing any environmental damage incurred
over a 50 year period because of the development and the costs of cleanup and restoration if the project is
started but abandoned.
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Thank you for your consideration of my comments.
Respectfully submitted,
Kirie Pedersen
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Saturday, January 3, 2015
About two years ato as a property owner on Black Point with a well on my property I was very
distressed to have the county tell me I would no longer be able to use ANY water outside the walls of my
home. Not even for the flower pots on the door step. We have a 5 acre property located at 104
Rhododrendon Lane, we raise fruit trees, berrles and grow a large garden each year for our subsistence.
We have large lawns which we do not try to water as we know the lack of water availability on Black
Point as we watch the decrease in our water table since this well was originally drilled. We have also had
extremely detailed and expensive water tests performed at that time to set a base record for our well
condition and quality.
Knowing the existence of these environmental conditions when we purchased this property we installed
a weather monitoring station of the same quality and brand as used by many municipalities in this
country. lt is set to maintain and store a record every 30 minutes and has been doing so since 10-11-07
@ 6:12pm, recording heating degree days, cooling degree days, solar radiation, ET, wind, rain, etc,
I would like to ask a couple of questions about the Quilcene weather station on whlch ALL of your
weather data for Black Polnt is based upon.
1, What agency owns and maintains this station?
2, What make and model is it?
3. When it was last calibrated?
4, The frequency it records to record its data and how often it has failed to make its recordings.
5. Doyou have an unbroken data set since 2006 as you say?
6. ln all these years why has the county not placed a monitoring station at this project site on Black
Point?
7. Does the county plan to rely on the developer for all of its future data or will the county monitor
the collection and testing of samples?
From past dealings with the DCD I can say without a smile I have little trust or respect for the county but
I must also say I have much less for the developer of this project. This lack of trust in the county
commissioners, the developer, the unsustainability of this project and the unrepairable environmental
damage that will be caused result in my total opposition to this development in any form.
Sincerely,
Terry Germaine
104 Rhododendron Lane
Brinnon, Washington 98320
David W. Johnson
From:
Sent:
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E ric and Joan Hendricks <ove rbrookfarm @em barqm ail. com >
Saturday, January 03, 2015 10:06 AM
David W. Johnson
overbrookfarm
Pleasant Harbor DSEIS comments
Joan Hendricks
1592 Duckabush Road
Brinnon, WA 98320 January 3, 2015
Dear Mr. Johnson, Jefferson County Planning Commission and Jefferson County Board of
County Commissionerso
I am writing with concerns about the proposed resort at Pleasant Harbor. I do not believe that
all of the issues that would impact our natural environment and our community have been
sufficiently addressed. I would support choice number three on this issue, no action, and urge
you to follow the thoughtful mitigation proposed by the Brinnon Group before proceeding.
I am 55 years old, educated in the biological sciences, and have reasonable common sense. I
have read most of the EIS and these are the problems I see with it:
r No matter how "environmentally safe" a golf course is, there is bound to be run off into
Hood Canal that would impact recreational and commercial shell fishing, and water
quality.
r Moving from I to 2.2 million cubic yard of earth from the hillsides around Pleasant
Harbor would make the area highly susceptible to erosion; we often get 3-5 inches of rain
in 24 hours. Also, there is no way they would be able to yank the undergrowth from the
ground on the building site, put it in a holding area, and get good survival so they could
later replant it.
r The 890 condominium units and commercial area will create too great an impact on our
highways, community services, and existing residents' wells.
. The promised jobs for new and old residents would likely pay poorly, and not enable
workers to be financially independent. We would end up supporting them through our
community services.
Thank you for your consideration of my opinions,
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Joan Hendricks
Joan and Eric Hendricks
Brinnon, WA
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David W. Johnson
From:
Sent:
To:
Eric and Joan Hend ricks <overbrookfarm@embarq mail. com>
Saturday, January 03, 2015 9:39 AM
David W. Johnson
Pleasant Harbor comments on EISSubJect:
Eric Hendricks
1592 Duckabush road
Brinnon, Wa 9832
January 2,2015
To: Jefferson County Planning Commission
Subject: Opposition to Black Point Resort
Please consider a concern that I have to offer in opposition to the development of Black Point
Resort.
In the past, I have worked adjacent to a golf course and am familiar with the fertilizing and
pesticide use that is used to maintain the greens, Red thread is a fungus that is common and is
controlled by regular nitrate and fungicide applications, The greens also need seasonal nitrate
fertilizer and other pesticide treatments. The plan that was presented by the Statesman group
was that they would be using organics to treat the golf course. The maintenance of the golf
course would be nearly impossible with just organics (manure spreaders on a golf course? not
likely).
It is also possible that the nitrates and pesticides could run off onto the clam beds or run down
into the aquifer. An informal measurement of the rainfall in this area was over 10" or rain in 3
days, Nitrates contribute to low dissolved oxygen and the "dead zones" that are now in Hood
Canal. In the aquifer, nitrates are very harmful to human health if found in drinking water.
The Hood Canal area has been used and enjoyed by tourists for over 100 years. Surely a
different location that is not above some of the Pacific North Wests best clamming beaches
could be found. Hood Canal is also notorious for the slow water flushing and replacement back
to Puget Sound. This is just the wrong place for a resort.
Thank you,
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Eric Hendricks
December 30,20L4
David Wayne Johnson
Project Planner
Jefferson County DCD
Port Townsend, WA 98358
Jefferson County
Depaftment of Public Works
623 Sheridan St.
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 38s-9160
Monte Reinders, P.E.
Public Worl<s Director/Cou nty Eng ineer
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Re:Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (DSEIS)
Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort
Comments submitted by Richard Talbot, Solid Waste Manager representing Public Works
Solid Waste Division
Reference: 3.16 UTILITIES
3.16-1 Affected Environment
SEIS
Solid Waste p.3.16-2
Comments:
1. The SEIS states that '7n 2012, over 19,000 tons of municipal solid waste were collected
through these tv,o facilities'i
Our records show a total of L7,543 tons of municipal solid waste of which only 160 tons
came from the Quilcene drop box site. The County also processed 3,785 tons of
reryclables of which 84 tons and 98 tons respectively came from the Quilcene and
Brinnon collection sites.
2. The Level of Seruice (LOS) standards defined in the JC Comprehensive Plan refer to the
capacity of the County's overall solid waste handling facilities, and may be lower for a
small rural drop box site such as at Quilcene.3. The Quilcene drop box site has no weigh-scale and by nature of its design is unable to
accept waste from Commercial hauling companies. Waste is charged by the "unit piece"
and the waste compactors are designed for hand loading not end dumping.
4, In addition to the free recycling site in Brinnon at the Dosewallips State Park, Skookum
also services a County recycle site co-located at the Quilcene drop box waste disposal
site.
5. Curbside collection of municipal solid waste and recyclables is also currenUy provided
throughout the unincorporated county by Murrey's Disposal, the WUTC G<ertificate
holder. This service is by subscription (not obligatory). This waste is primarily taken to
the County's main waste transfer facility in Port Townsend.
Reference 3.16 UTTLMES
3.16.2 Impacts
SEIS
Solid Waste p.3.15-5
The SEIS estimates an annual waste generation rate of 1,364 tons/year residential and 45 to 51
tons/year commerciaUretail, And '7f is assumed that a private serw:ce would pick up solid
waste and hat a composting and recycling prugram would be utilized to help reduce the solid
waste stream."
Reference Draft SEI$ Nov 2014
2.5 Description of Proposal
Table 2-1, p.2-20
Final EIS, Nov 2007
1.3 Summary of the Proposal and Permitting Umitations
p. t-17
The non-commercial units are stated to total 890 units (l-able 2-1) of which not more than 10Yo
will be permanent residences, 30o/o to 40Yo will be seasonal tourist stays (<6 months), and
50o/o to 60% will be short term tourist pool (FEIS p.1-17).
Comments:
1. Ideally an MPR such as Pleasant Harbor would require residents and/or a unit
management organization to subscribe to a solid waste collection service as a condition
of its development.
2. In the absence of such a requirement individual residents may choose that opUon or to
self-haul to the County's Quilcene site or elsewhere. It is estirnated that the Quilcene
site could increase waste intake from 160 tons/year to 550 tons/year with no substantial
changes to the operation other than additional road-hauls to remove the waste.
3, Private curbside waste collection seruice is typically suitable for permanent residents
(10olo of units) and is available weekly, every other week or monthly. This only requires
that commercial trucks can access all units and turn-around at road ends.
4, Units designed for seasonal and short term tourist stals (900/o) are typically better
serued by 1 to Z-yard dumpsters that serve a number of units and are not sensitive to a
mobile or visiting population. This service is typically provided and managed by a
development management organization. Weekly collection is available.
5. Rerycling service can be subscribed to as for solid waste.
6. There is no regular yard debris collection seruice in the county, and it is not accepted at
the Quilcene drop box site. There is no food waste composting service in Jefferson
County, An ideal solution for an MPR such as Pleasant Harbor would be to establish a
central yard debris chipping station, and use the product on-site as landscape mulch.
Yard debris can also be hauled by individuals or landscape contractors to t}re biosolids-
composting facility in Port Townsend.
7. There will be increased traffic impacb for all of the above options.
Richard Talbot
Solid Waste Manager, ph. 385-92 13, email rtal bot@co.iefferson.wa.us
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HOOD CANAL ENVI MENTAL COUNCIL
Au ttiqre Heritage
P. O. BOX 87 I BECK, WASHINGTON 98380
December 30, 2014
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David Johnson, Associate Planner
Jefferson County Department of Community Developrnent
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, Washington 98368
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Re: Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort Draft Supplemental Envlronmental lmpact Statement
Attention: Mr, Johnson:
The Hood Canal Environmental Council (HCEC) has been involved in the decision-making process
regarding the proposed Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort (MPR) project since early 2005 -
submitting written and oral testimony to the Jefferson County Department of Community Development
(DCD) at every opportunity. As the process has dragged on for the last eight years we have remained
consistent in our opposition to the proposed MPR and our support for the local citizen organization, the
Brinnon Group, whose members would be the most directly affected by the construction and operation
of the proposed project. Our position has not changed. The following comments are based on a review
of the Draft Supplement Environmental lmpact Statement (DSEIS) for the proposed MPR. We
respectfully request that they be entered into the public record.
GENERAT COMMENTS
Environmental lmpacts to Hood Canal Watershed
The still largely undeveloped rural character of the Hood Canal watershed is what sets it apart from the
more densely developed and urbanlzed greater Puget Sound region, The public's perception of the
unique and environmentally sensitive character of this watershed is evident in the State's designation of
Shorelines of Statewide Significance for all of the shorelines of Hood Canal and numerous projects and
programs aimed at protecting water quality and related natural resources. Unfortunately, over the 45
years since the creation of the HCEC, we have seen a gradual "piecemeal" chipping away of the natural
landscape from rapid growth and development in rural areas. Consequently, there are fewer open
spaces throughout the Hood Canal region. We now join with local residents and visitors alike in placing
the highest priority on protecting what is left of our natural undeveloped areas. The proposed MPR
must be evaluated with the potential cumulative impacts to the broader Hood Canal watershed in mind.
There can be no question that, under the preferred alternative cited in the DSEIS, adding another mega
resort that includes a golf course, 890 residential units (including 52 units for staff housing), 56,508 sq.
ft. of commercial area, and resort related amenities spread over 231 acres (not including the Pleasant
Harbor Marina area), leaving very little natural, preserved area and allowing 1 million cubic yards of cut
and fill for golf course grading, poses significant unavoidable environmental impacts to the Pleasant
Harbor/Black Point area. The HCEC fully supports the Brinnon Group, other organizations, and many
local residents in rejecting the project-level development alternatlves (1 and 2] and choosing the No-
Action Alternative 3.
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DSEIS Alternatives
The DSEIS describes in detail the so-called environmental and other beneficial
and 2. However, there is very llttle discusslon of impacts under alternative 3 other than to repeat or/er
and over that "the site will continue to develop as a single farnity residential area based on the existing
rural zoning and as described in the 2007 Final EIS'. With very few exceptions, the document fails to
demonstrate benefits to the environrnent of the No-Action Alternative wlth an estimated 30 new
resldents (pg. 1-11, Volume 1, DSEIS) when compared to the others. Our letter dated 1G14-07 to the
Jefferson County DCD commentlng on the 2007 Draft ElS for the Countfs Comprehensive Plan
AmendmenVPleasant Harbor Golf Resort details the many benefits of that document's No-Action
Alternative. These include significantly lower densi$, fewer intensive uses, minimal topographic
alteration, least demand on groundwater and protectlon of the aquifer from saltwater lntruslon, least
trafflc impacts, least potential for contamination of marine resources, least impervious surfaces,
significantly lower demand for services, increased probability for maintaining the rural character of the
Brinnon community, retention of more open spaces, least disturbance of wetlands, and better
protectlon of wlldllfe habltat.
Be nefi !s of. Alte.rnatiye..l
Much is made throughout the DSEIS of so-called "improvements" to water and other resources from
upgrades, e.g. sewer, stormwater plan, etc. if the proposed MPR project is constructed (pg. 3.2-7
Volume 1, DSEIS), However, there is no mentlon of the fact that most of these purported lmprovements
could result in the same or higher levels of resource protectlon when the varlous regulatory and other
tools currently available are utilized and enforced. Existing buffer, setback and lot design regulations,
county heatth department sewage disposal approval process, the Shellfish Protection District response
plan, upgraded requirements for existing roadway deficlencies, buildlng permit requlrements, shoreline
permltting process, stormwater control plans, local state, and federal project review and habltat
mltlgation requirements and wetlands protectlon regulations are Just some of th€ numerous tools listed
in our 1S14-07 letter that are still available. The notion that water quality, water quantity, and other
natural resource protections can be improved by allowing the kind of intensive development resulting
from another mega resort in the Hood Canal watershed is ludicrous.
Adding language describing the benefits to the environment of Alternative 3 throughout the document
would go a long way toward demonstrating non-biased comparisons of the three alternatives.
SPECIFIC COMMENTS
The DSEIS presents a clearer picture of the prefened alternative and offers some improvements from
the origlnal plan, e.g. movlng the Maritlrne Village away from the Pleasant Harbor shoreline and
consolidating some housing units to allow for more pervious surfaces. However, it still presents
unacceptable impacts to the Pleasant Harbor/Black Point area.
a _Enlri rqn Ee-nta I Revlew of P I ea sa n! ttq rlgLArSe
The northern portion (Pleasant Harbor) of the proposed project is being evaluated under a BSP
(Binding Site Plan), a separate process which does not require involvement by the public and
makes it very difficult to get a clear picture of the impacts of the project as a whole. We
support the Brinnon Grouy's posltlon that thls area should be subject to a full environmental
revlew under the State's EIS process.
Proiect Construction Phases
The proposed project is planned to be constructed in three phases over a 10 year perlod.
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However, there is no guamntee that this plan will be followed. According to the DSEIS (pg. 2.3.'
5, Volume 1) the schedule may change depending on market conditions. There are othef -
circumstances that could resuh ln delaylng construction, e.g. the develope/s financial situation,
contract andlor labor problems or any number of unexpected lssues. Unfortunately, the
constructaon phase poses the biggest threat to natural resources, including groundwater, which
will undergo the greatest demand at that time (Subsurface 6roup Memo dated 2-22-10). The
issue of nolse pollution may apply here, slnce activltles like rock crushin& are extremely loud.
lmoact Cost Deoosit and Performance Bond Requlrement
lf the preferred "no bulld" alternative is not selected, any approval of such a potentially harmful
project ln thls fragile environment should be conditioned upon a complete analysis of the
ascertainable and potentlal econornic lmpact of the proposed MPR during and after
construction. Before construction begins, the developer should be requlred to (1) deposit the
arnount of all ascertainable direct and indirect costs regardlng services and lnfrastructure into a
fund available to local government to cover the costs as they are incurred, and (2) furnlsh a
performance bond issued by a hiehly rated insurer to cover all potential costs that cennot be
ascertalned beforehand, including repairing any environmental damage incurred over a 50 year
period because of the development and the costs of cleanup and restoration if the project is
started but abandoned- ln this way, the responsible government is attempting to assure no net
economic loss to the community, although the HCEC asserts that the "no build" alternative is
superior because thls proposed MPR lacks assurance of no net environrnental loss.
ThrPats to G rortndwater a ndAoUi-FJ
There ls only one aqulfer which would sene the entire project area, lncluding local residents.
The dareloper plans to use an elaborate system of water management in an effort to protect
the water supply. According to State Department of Ecology (DOE) documents, aquifer
recharge primarily comes from direct infiltration of precipitation (pg. 3.2-2, Volume 1).
However, there is no plan for preventing drawdowns in the event of prolonged dry perlods
whlch, lf sclentlflc predlctlons of extreme weather events due to climate change (changes ln the
timlng and lntenstty of ralnfall) prove accurate, groundwater and the aquifer could be at risk.
The develope/s plan to inject treated wastewater into wells poses the possibility of the
introduction of pharmaceuticals and other pollutants into the aquifer.
The greatest danger to the Black Point aquifer ls the threat of saltwater intrusion. Due to lts
sensitivity to saltwater intruslon, this area is designated as a Critical Aqulfer Recharge Area and
also an SIPZ (Seawater lntrusion Protection Zone!- Residents living in this area need to be aware
that according to the Pleasant Harbor Neighborhood Water Supply Program Application dated
2-24-lO (pg. 2, Appendix F) if their wells show saltwater contamination, the burden of proof as
to whether the resort's water demands are responsible for the intrusion lies squarely on their
shoulders. The Appllcation reads, ln pa$ "The well owner provides conclusive evldence that,
over a statlstlcally relevant perlod of time, chloride levels have lncreased over chloride levels in
the well prior to Pleasant Harbor's use of groundwater, includlng but not limited to, evidence
that the increase in chlorlde levels is from the Pleasant Harbor groundwater use and not from
the construction of the well owner's well . . ." (emphasis added). The developer also can
"request additional evidence from the resident showing that the resort groundwater withdrawal
is the cause of the lncrease ln chlorldes. . . '. Placlng the burden of proof on well owners
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saddles them with a long and expensive process. We
responsible for supplying water to the resident in the
responsible for the costs involved ln the determination of culpability.
A DOE Hydrologic (Revised) Memo from John Pearch dated 1-1tt-10 shows that there is reason
to believe that wells in the Black Point area are already experlencing saltwater intrusion. Two
wells have already been found to have saltwater intruslon. Under the heading of Domestic
yyg[$ the statement ls made that ". . . nearby domestic wells are at rlsk of seawater intrusion
due to their proxlmity to the coast ...' Also, "Additional pumping of the ACG welland additional
proposed wells by Pleasant Harbor could cause this saltwater interface to move further inland,
thereby increasing the risk of seawater intrusion in these wells." Further, these wells were in
the area where, according to the memo, saltwater intrusion would likely be found. Seven wells
were not tested as required by Jefferson County building permitting. lf any wells have been
decommlssloned due to sahwater intrusion, that information must be contained in the DSEIS.
The DSETS needs to clearly establish the develope/s responsibility for provlng that there is
enough water supply for both the resort and nelghboring residents. This includes using updated
well data and a monthly monltoring program at the developer's expeme. Field sampling is
prefurable to relylng on computer models- The Neighborhood Water Policy should be revlsed to
asslgn the burden of proof to the developer.
Wetland Miti8alion
There are three "Kettles" and associated wetlands on Black Point - A, B and C. The developer
plans to convert Kettle B, which has a high rating of category lll due to its habitat value and
moderate to high value for water quallty functions (pg. 3. 7-2, Volume 1) to a control pond for
holdlng treated wastewater from the wastewater treatment systern to provide recycled water
for reuse and for golf course irrigation and fire protection. To offset the conversion, the DSEIS
states that Kettle C may b€ "enhanced".
Since the wetland mltigation plan has not been done, it is imposslble to know how the loss of
the Kettle B wetland will be compensated. We feel strongly that in order to meet the state's
no-net-loss of wetlands policy, Kettle B and associated wetlands should be kept in their natural
state. The DSEIS should also state that the proposed MPR project should not be allowed to
encroach on wetland buffers.
Golf Course
We failed to find a listing of chemicals (herbicides, pest'rcides, or fertilizers) that will be used for
golf course grass maintenance or any discussion of how the developer plans to protect
groundwater or stormwater runofffrom the use of these chemlcals. The BMPs {Best
Management Plans) for goH course malntenance needs to be explained in detail, Also, the
recommendations relating to golf courses contained in the WRIA 16 Watershed Managernent
Plan should be noted and a plan for how the developer will adhere to the recommendatlons
discussed in the WRIA Plan.
Under the preferred alternative (2) the statement ls made that 88 percent of the site would be
retained in open space ln the form of golf course, natural areas and bufferc (pS. 3. 2-12, Volume
1). We would argue that golf courses do not count as open spaces as they do not have natural
landscape, habitat or other environmental values.
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While the HCECs primary area of interest is potential environmental impacts, thireire
concern to the HCEC relating to the proposed MPR proJect.
Eco nomic.lrnqacts o n Loca I Comq[r.Unilv
The developer has a responslbllity to reveal the tru€ lrnpacts on the local economy from the
proposed MPR during constructlon and operation. Of the estlrnated 225 permanent
operationaljobs that could be created, (pg. l-11 and t-12, Volume 1), the majority would be low
paylng jobs. According the DSEIS, these jobs would pay 80 percent or less of the AMI (average
median income) for the Brinnon area. Construction jobs would fluctuate durlng varlous phases
of construction. Many jobs would be seasonal and part time, including food service,
malntenance security, etc. lt is difficult to say who will benefit economically other than the
Brinnon business community, the Canadian based developer, and possibly realestate
developers.
A study of fiscal and economlc lmpacts of destlnation resorts ln Oregon concluded that, after
subtracting the costs for services from the gross propefi and room tax revenue generated by
the study resort, only a modest net surplus remained. When the cost of capital facilities
including roads, schools, fire and police stations, and others is also accounted for, the net cost to
localtaxpayers is substantial even after acoounting for all known payments the resort would be
requlred to make (Fiscal and Economlc lmpacts of Destinatlon Resorts in Oregon by Central
Oregon LandWatch - March,2m9l.
Traffic lmoacts to Hlehwav 101
The impacts to Highway 101 from the increase in vehicles traveling to and from the airport
would be substantial. The developer"s plan to rely on two shuttle buses does not take into
account that most visitors willtravel by car to and from the resort along highway 101. lncreased
traffic ongestion in towns like Hoodsport ls already a problem ln the summer months. The
HCEC is also concerned about vehicle-related non-point pollution, stormwater runoff entering
Hood Canal and more greenhouse gas emissions resulting from increased traffic. The data
used to assess traffic volumes ln the DSEIS appears to be outdated. ln addition, during the
construction phase, the increase in trucks and other heaw equipment on Highway 10l would
llkely lead to costly damages. Further, the questlon of who wlll pay for the addltlonal highway
repalrs and the extenslon of Jefferson County's transit service needs to be addressed.
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Jefferson Countv Resources
The HCEC remains concerned about whether Jefferson County has sufficlent staff and other
resources that would be required to handle the additional workload of monitoring the proposed
project for compliance and/or dealing with unexpected problems.
Addltional Costs to Mason CounW P.U.D. 1
It is not clear whether the Mason County P.U.D. # t has the capacity at the present time for
providing power durlng construction and operation of the proposed project (pg. 3. 8-2, Volume
U. According to the DSEIS, the P.U.D. has only agreed to supply power durlng the flrst phase.
The questlon of who would pay for a new substation, distribution feeders and englneerlng
studies and designs needs to be answered well before approval of the proposed MPR project is
considered. lt would be helpful to know how much of a future P.U.D. rate increase can be
attributed to the increased energy demand from the proposed MPR.
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Naval Base Securitv
There is no mention of the proposed MPR's proximity to the U.5. Naval Station Bangor Subase
and whether this might be considered by the Navy to present a national security lssue.
Miscellanous
Pages 1-6 and 3.4-1 in Volume 1 refer to "Rainief elk populations. The proper name is
Roosevelt elk.
The HCEC appreciates the opportunity to express our concerns and provlde comments on the DSEIS for
the proposed Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort. We look forward to continuing our involvement
and receiving further lnformation as part of Jefferson Coun$s public review process.
Respectfully submitted,
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To: Jefferson County Department of Comrnunity Development
C/O David Wayne Johnson, t ong Range Planner
621 Sheridan Sreet
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Bud and Valerie Schindler
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Brinnon, WA 98320
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Subject Comments 6n DSEIS for Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Resort
The purpose of this memo is to provkle general DSEIS comments in support of the Black Point MPR. Our
comments are based on the fact that pari$ will exist between the development effort and the community
outside the development. As such, we look fonrard to the following improvements:
o $enior Nutrition Program and Meals on Wheels lost its county funding support due to a lack
of coun$ revenue;r Brinnon School is in an aged building and is in need of repairs before the growth in
attendance occurs;o Brinnon Fire and Emergency Rescue lacks funding support such that those in need get rapid
response and need not be required to travel long distances when time is important;o living wage jobs for our community will grow as will the population. Our area has been
devastated by both the demise of the logging industry and the cunent economic conditions;r Senior Health Care will improve such that traveling at least an hour in either direction will be
minimized;o f nvironmental improvements will take place. According to the DSEIS this project will be the
most environmentally friendly project in Westem Washington and will be something our
community can always be proud of;r Parks and Recreational activities will improve leading to a variety of activities for both tourists
and the community;r The Brinnon Village Center infrastructure will improve. The systems forwater, sewer and
roads will improve and will result in healthier and safer environment for local residents;r The tax base for our community (and for the county) will grow leading to improved revenue
for the county and hope for lower property taxes for our community.
We support all aspects of the DSEIS and encourage its approval. Changes brought about by this
development are very important to our community and, as such, we urge the county to support its
contin ued development.
Sincerely,
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To the Jefferson County Plannlng Commisslon Jan. 2, 2015
My husband and I have lived in Brinnon for alrnost 40 years. We have seen rnany coming and goings in
this area with resorts and few have thrived; consider Port Ludlow, Discovery Bay, Lake Cushrnan, and
Alderbrook. They have all gone through owners and changes in plans to try to succeed. We have
concerns about the proposed resort and its enormous size of almost 900 units. Our concerns are around
the trafflc lt wlll produce on Hwy 101 and surrounding roads, the actualJobs and pay, water, chemlcals
being used and habitat.
Brinnon ls a very rural community. The 900 unlts and the people llving even lt part time will have a huge
lmpact and change the character to belng more Port Ludlow than Brlnnon. Even when 6afth Mann
starts out with 250 units the intent and possibility is the almost 900 even lf he sells the resort; the
potential is almost 900. That is a lot of people and employees during peak use. ls there a contlngency
fund for if the resort does not bring in money and fails-what happens to the land and vacant buildings-
left to decay as with past owners? Can the size of expansion be reduced if the property is sold down the
line?
The other concern is who is going to come to Brinnon more than once? You visit it on the sunny day and
think it is lovely (which it is but it has more rainy days) but I do not really see than coming back during
the ralny weather whlch is more often than what Port Ludlow or Port Townsend experience. Rain is not
conduclve to golf. Brlnnon ls several hours away from the airport and is only accessible by Highway 101
unless they go by boat. There are resorts that are much closer wlth nice amenitles; especlally, when you
consider the time it takes to get to Brinnon. People might come for shrimp and crab and that will
deplete that resource even more.
The traffic concerns were seriously, not adequately addressed in the DSEIS. The statistics are out of
date. They only looked at intersections and not where the accidents usually occur which are corners and
Mt. Walker. Hwy 101 is blocked for several hours or more depending upon severity of accidents. lt can
be totally closed. lt is a two lane windy, hr/isty, narrow road with few turnouts or passing lanes if
traveling south. Travellng north ls Mt Walker with several twisty turns and then going south to Brinnon
is a bad stretch for accidents. Having the road blocked for several hours has a severe impact on local
people who travel for groceries, medical reasons and for work. Putting traffic lights will not address
these areas. Who will pay for the road maintenance and trafflc congestion relief? I suspect that the local
taxpayer will bear the burden for unforeseen changes caused by the resort. fu for busses from the
airport, wealthy people do not wait for a bus. I don't think they travel by bus. The traffic study is still
uslng old data for it statlstlcs of how many people will lncrease travel on the highway.
My other concern is the increase of traffic on the Duckabush Road where there are several hiking trails.
It ls now the only access point to the Olymplc Mountalns since the Dosewallips road slide. The county
has never fixed the problem correctly and it appears to be a costly project to do so. We have
experienced heav'y traffic on weekends and nice weather months. lt is an even narrower road in spots
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As for Jobs, the study is very clear that the applicant must be qualified. I am sure that there are local
people lnterested in working but may not be qualified so many local people will not be hired. Training
dld not seem to be offered. Most of the jobs listed will be below family wage jobs so that there will still
be a high rate of poverty. I also think most of the jobs are seasonal, minimum wage, and part time. lt
could leave more people added to the community in poverty, on Medicaid, and straining the limited
local resources. Most construction jobs will go with the large company that is hired to build the resort.
They might not hire locally. Who ls going to fix and repalr the highway after all the ffuck-remember lt [s
a milllon cubic yards of dirt belng moved; have traveled it multlple times? Who pays for that?
Water is a huge concern as it is one of our most precious resources that developers have little concern.
We have seen enough floods and dry months to know how fickle weather is in our almost 40 years living
here. With the almost 900 units, think of how many tollets wlll flush, showers, laundry, and the golf
course usage-how rnany gallons of water will it take before the aquifer is depleted and salt water
intrusion occurs? The salt water Intrusion burden ls upon the well owner and costs will probably be on
the well owner to use the resort water. Will it also give the resort access to their property if the water
lines are theirs? I can't imagine wealthy people wanting to ration their water usage but the property
owners will due to having to pay for water and limited water due to depletion.
Water quality for the Hood Canal is also important. lt was said that there were going to be holding areas
for affluent but what happens when that overflows during a heavy rain? What happens to the
contaminated water? Golf courses and surrounding grounds are able to use nastier chernicals than non
business people can get. Craig Peek stated that they would be natural but that is extremely VAGUE. The
potentialto have these run off lnto the Hood Canal are possible. And the Hood Canal also offers many
family wage jobs in seafood industries. lt is a livelihood for many and recreation for others. Who will
oversee this?
The MPR has a lot of amenities but limited use or none at all for locals. Tralls are accessible but where
can a local person park? They would want you to use their store and restaurant but the prices are likely
not affordable to locals and that is what they need to succeed durlng the wet weather months. I think
there is the potential that local businesses might lose business to the resort. The health clinic is behind
the locked gate so it is not accessible. Where will the trucks with trailers park on shrimp days since the
parking is now a resort? They will probably park along Highway 1O1 and cause serious congestion.
The only saving grace is that the resort is starting small with 250 units but the potential to grow to the
full capacity is always there unless you can change that. Perhaps maybe the almost 9O0 units ends with
thls MPR and lsn't part of a future sale, lt ls Just out of character for such a rural area. Other lssues
should stlll be addressed before this goes foru/ard.
Also there is in the plan to have a road to the marlna through the Harbor House which has a traal use
only due to thelr septic system being there. What will happen there?
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A Seattlebased ownership group on Friday purchased the shutterd
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group announced.
The resort, located at the end of a spit ln Blainel Drayton Hartor, was
acquircd by Resoft Semiahmoo LLC. The ownership group includes SeaEH+.
based Wrlght Hotels Inc. and Seattle investor Jerry nrrches. The Coastal Holel
Group, also based in Seattle, will manage Semlahmoo and its two golf courses.
Hints that a dealwas in the works surfaced in late May, when the Coastal Hotel
Group advertised two job openings at the resort, The Bellingham Herald
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The Upper Skaglt Indian Tribe held a majority stake in the prarious ownership,
Semiahrnoo. Besqrt Co. LLC, which shut down the resort in December after
Falling to find a buyer. The two golf courses have rernained open.
Wright Hotels President Stuaft Rolfg in a statement, sald his te-am hoped to
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In its press release, the ownership group said it plans to invest'a significarrt
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The ownership group's intentions could be welcome news in Blaine, whlch was
sent.reeling when the..resort closed late lastyear, eliminating more than 200
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amount of water flow per mlnute. Water agendes in some
areas, such as here inAtlanta, Georgia, offer rebates if you install a water-efficlenttoilet. In
fact, I Just put in two new toileE and received a rebate of $100 for each. Yes, they really do
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snor, Suncadia ofered SO mrcll lo do to keep faniliF ol
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cande l.ghung ceremory Chrismas eve ur6s cancell€d, lhe
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looger 3lry drt ot it hers. tm - here's a Sahray just t0
mlnute3 away, SbrE wilh @rlee slrnds, bar3 (whicn are
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any acdvllles.
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as$urne it rrust as our |oqr lras ncvetmadr uo onoc
despite housek6rng boing anrays on tlE 8oor.
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but ufien fio lfeguard sr duty if wearino a f ull on coei b
keep \rerm, ycir can underEtand wfiy no one wa6 ln th€ iqy
waler.
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learlr€d thal it$eo]oer€d coneoatlrreJy. weE sperE $85
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b(€aldast and it,,va8 lacklu6tBr el Sest and E€]vkre w?s at
absolte 'ioke'. Had to ask to be eeoted md had lo ask tor
our food txke. The cloBelt on property lestarrrnl E 2C
mlnuleGeeh way.
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I sent an enBlllhs rExt day l'12-2-14';oullining ourphona
call ard what we had agreod with fic rcp. r,/Ve dill havglt
lErrd brci - No fie has yet b give us any uCates on
!it8t ts olrai)Eble, or rvailabrlrty of pE{ rq)ms, or anlthirE.
Cdctas.
Nd' 6ure who ls m8leglng curtorrEr seNice requests, but
t le fad that ro ono ls rErpondirE lro phone call inquraes or
€rnrllr s'tls ! LOT sbout the reaat I dorYl n€ed hcgplhere
lo know that guct sarvico is NOT e tcp of lhe mind prbrity
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mtn bdgea. 8ut decaptim in .rErs as a nslr E rd irEultng
twrrt Menu saF halc syruC wilh $14 Fcnch tegt But
he syrup k dr€ap cun-bacrd hL(bD when Ek€d sbo',
he deceptlon, lsrvars look uncorbrtaue. Dadrton h bait
ard swid] owlously rnade by buBlrtss schod iharplG
who bat ttlet paantr a.! loo eD(lEUlEd to nollce itle @n
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ThiB s a graat rceort AnfDuoh
no^lt€re and what lhe h"l. lt's nice. Th! via rs are
ernazing. The rodns are spadorq cl€an anj very
tunctq|al. iE tmm has a ful kitctr6. uastEr,drycr,
,[ed3Ea, balcony yrith fumiluE. cb. I wbh I could stry
lcrger 6fi iwt rehr The big shailrsr and trb ar€ nh€ rs
srell. The gafi aB protty tHorldly and tnGrrlcQerue. ln a
str.te that can bc cold ('.!reiuE, f,rise and "Se.ule FrEzE,"
thb lo5tioo warrns up lc overyff1s. lwillbc brck.
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Suncadh is... Surrdia.
Whds greatabod Surrdh:
- Huge ranoe c, lod{ine opabc liom rel to condo to
5000 squ@ bd horn€s
- 8€suliful sen!ry
- Great gollng
- Reaso,laDly gmd didns lsMirrrel6r cdlars wtidr is not
oficiafy part of lhr reoort i! llte bes0
- Alr,€some indoa/out(bs pool compbx lor lhe kEs with
waier sllrcs
- Blk6 trails gabe
- Wlhln 00 mhuH st Seat0e
Vlhets nol $o gredalsut Smcadia:
- Service is rpotty. lt se€rns like eiu6 its a r€aly busry
lveel€.rd and fiere's not enoJgh sta,f. 0r lt! a not so busy
tt eolcrd and fiele! nd (tq.rgh slalL ) Nor,, $€rvlce has
improrrcd Ehcs E cor{tlr ycrl! r€o !M s€rE ttlondller
,nd lrrm ecEomnElb0ng Blltlsy sfll rrrn
o\railhdm8d on bl,rtt ho[day cr sumrncr urcskends.
- Mrrenance b skadry. The errfilbdrcrcfidosrhomes
arr baaJ{ful. btrt stuft airNayB EeBms to bB brokGn/not
lir rclonf, g. I'bt mrlor $ hgs, but tF{ ll.106 thlng3 you
ndlcc.
- Plialng ts crazy ovefprlcac, as they have a caFtlvE
audiete
That said, lhe resdt b certajnly rnalrring and e\€ry ti,7E
wc go fiere F mo€ ilf?slructune. beter 3ervEe, rnd ,no'E
dining and adivity ogions. Fo- grampb, this surmer hs',
had a 'chtll ald gret' by SG pod *hich uras Ereal, tttough
nd sure tlo|,v olten tlEt is h seNbo.
By far the bEst option is lo rent one ol the hg tEmc6 with
loG of lamiliog. Some of thr home6 ar€ truty aryEzirE wlor
irrredblE anpnilier. d6cor ard space.
Dernrildy a g(eat vacattcn ftr thGe in ue seafip area -
not sJre l'd tralrel turlhc than hat a$ lhGre are p.cbaDy
bdter@tbnE like Sw River in Oregon.
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ThG i! a regulil sbp due to 8r ailurl rnedlcal EnErcnce.
Atvyays enjoyed I roll run lurury hotal bul Ull$ tme
3oriething chang€d!
Braken tles in fronl o( ihe conrcrence cenbr and dead
planB. I oDsft eC e pmr conflgtJrdm for tfte cdiferenc€
lrth a 2nd gruJCE trnch in tont of our conf€re.nce ollice,
lE$rictflg fie lb$, tff our gloLp lo get hcl to tre mdn
buililnl and hB batirotrns. .trJst plah dJmb plamhg. I
s.rpFose I siflld bE happ, lhcy ,naks a phcne c.ll to mrt.
rLre srerythlno iB righl in tha rpom llor ,lltlcn .noae e{ort
rrouE it be to rute aure ll r/as ,lght ln tle llrst plac€. lt ir
rEt rccket scienc€ to meke gure lherc is sotp h .vory
rEm.
Get a bad of lh€ canter plec€s at lunch, I suppole a coel
lamp is cute. but it looks lile il uras (bslgncd by hc 3Rl
grade c.lass at tlp lccal 3dlooa.
Wien I orhl'lslly criled f6 a r€3erwtlsr. lhey ver€ sotc,
out fcr tfrG. zrd night. but I fitrdy rvdry al lh6se
corfureno€s: EorionB ehEys cancelc Mo51 of fie drrE t
jusl at to be plt on e weit llsL Of course, I dEnl get a call,
and l(er found out at baEl Blr coleaEues had can06llad,
so I corrlJ haue alEred my ananoemcnlE eccoadinEly.
The poblem here b ttrat thlB ls suppos€d to be a top rrnk
ILD(ury hotEl, brrtthe le\rel ot EeNice end attentton to ddsi:
edident h o'Is rip tra3 a I lEi/d of a lvbbt 6.
Vay imponaft fie line strlf lras ayrsome. My qlllclSm is
drBctd Er leadcrsmp. Enaue your peoplr tc dD wnat lhery
aro hcre lor and don'l phch arounrl tne edge8. lve the
q,3tcmerr nolice, $pecislly 61thig calegory oI hobll
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trandful o.rdoors rnd Eel yo(, oxn lood.
Prcs: ttr room wtlB v.ry nbci t uta artudly a 3une which I
wa3[l cxpactnE. The lunoundiTrg 8r€s b bgrutiful, I bred
thc \{€ws dlhe everErEsn for€8t Erld mountaifi&
Coos: flcnly
Th€y r€elly cbrfl s€€rrl b ba into ilsnedng the phon€s
aBd rotumlng calb herr. Thir wes a uan:e lhroughout the
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Spr: enrr ceting several tmes end lesving rn€ssqg€s days
befoac |r! rn;vad wG gd appoidrncnts for mrstagcs and
ladalg. I call€d utren $e lnlvod b conlfifl the 0m€, but
no gne engrrered he phile. I left a message a|d no one
re'r,rEd rny call. vulen u/e got to lhe sp€ we lo{d lhar
lhey dirnl haue our r€sewalions. Foatwlab{7. we werE
able lo get new one3 toa difierent tnEs.
Food: il you're |,eg6Elr€n fie lbd optiois ire dismal.
Tlrer€ wss dmogl notldng I could B.t I rdered a vegetaue
plrtcr lor lunch otf tlrc ldds' menu, gnd when rt aniwd I
wE dbappolntEd to fird it covered m parsley. They aEo
putttEir "l,if drty''spice, Ilhlch I didnl like, an cv€rytHn€.
lniuchg fiiring il irto tia hunrilr. Bolh of th{E rre a
mrlla of porBonrl lrst!, ol cour!6. but you shilld b€
awats thrt thly mry surpd E6 you uildl uanecessBry
addilions. The fiood's also o,icrpiccd. I rccomrtEnc
brlnghg yolr otrfi fooc ityoute vagPlrdan: rhe klEfir, 18
nDlFstod(cd witr 66kin9 eupplhs. lf youte vagan,
deflnltely bain€ your o,vn lbod a3 tharr wlll be nothlng to
cat.
h lEks lke 6evs?l larddires have happen€d rec€nry.
u*.o sJrs F vislt bcfde the lodgc falts ofi llE hill.
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D€ci3ed to h ae a small fariv gstaway last y*n lef and
planrEd tlE fip to Srraadla aner h€aring grest things
about it trsn a terv trlends, \ b gene6lty enJoyed q.rr3gfues
here. hn I cantsay lwas o€rx/hetled, dtd itivery
erpensive for what I tEel like you get and l'lc slMce w"as
hiLor-fii8s,
The room itsdf uras great. l/\(r had a two bedrogn and it
wat way rypre spacs fien .ne needed. €reat to b€ ablr to
cook and efl in tre suite if EEed of eatin0 outsll trl6$me,
especially witr little kils.
Since this ir€$ yrhler tl..ey had a bxl winlry activlt'rec The
i:e skaling vee l,(e Sl6.persm lEr a tirDr rirk the pool as
fl,1 it lour ki, csn rwim (6p lhc sli&s) hn nol frrge and I
can imegine very rorlded duling ncfiIal season. The
rEstturSnl is overpriceo and finc. bd fie seMca ,.€s mefi.
Evon lhe sledding hill w4 ir. but they charg€ you per
rlre. 30 I ,ust lei rny kd gp mosl of tho tjme-
I cant really get orcr the ldea lfta: lh:s is a rBscrt lhat
rli klei aftl C,irlDs |,ou rvith I'r!8crt be' and perSteddng
Ciaqc. when liErob ndring ds€ b do.
Also, rto: rea ly th€u fault but il vra8 raany/rBr gncvring. so
in llta wirder tf,ll meanc you're stuckin lhe todge, oJ inlfie
rmill pcl... nol fiiqch dse to dq yvhich consirsnng thb is
blled Es a huge rEsort i9 a lJrrmgr.
Reaib. vErt€d to like lhB rEre, but jus{ cou dn't. Maybe
rrell giw it enotrer stEt in tlt€ sunrner or nell uiner
beca;se ifd be nics b harr an optm b gel away b for a
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dqrl Ekc tlm ligHv-. Thi. lrvis:$ bE d on two
oxp€rhnocB: onoe. for e bactrlbrCtL spa vJeel(e,rd
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Last lrcar, t araigEd tor a srml baafiebrEtl6 weekend
g€Ernay for Jry bestie. Spa w* gr€al, x,inc t sting h the
lodge rehxing, bFlriifulgioundg. and a so-go dinnerat
Podsts. All in ell, it\€3 e nioe lptarray ard clElomer
serr,rice wgs sufficiarl.
O,r'l JL! glh of th,r ycsr, I cellcd snd lsfl m€ssagBt on :h6
cr.EloryEr E€rv1cB lhe raqu€s!ttg lnlormrtion lor posslbly
pbnning rrry ilr lrrE&jing in sr/rredb in Augu.t ?015. I
filled out thc mtlnc requcl form trr lhis datE. I n€lrr hrard
back. .bsdts a sacond volcemsll. No cals redumea, no
c.nrtr |rlponsa. To0ry. I rccrl\,ad nofic.lhatvtc rr€d to
dos€ our requed @. e8 th6 d€cigon (tadling I psted b
ccmh{ up tomonoh. Leaulng lrro wrcErnaiis arrd u8ln0
heir dcs8flabd in{bfination r6qt,Grl scrvice (rrlne, yur
wouts tink you wodd gd Gomc 6ort of re3ponsa...
Gpeciatty ln r€gar! lo a high bdglet hlgh rl,cs€ ev6nt
soch e3 a Blddir€. Appeienty, smcdiadaes no! rcgard
a ,otental nreddlng as a woilry esed b ,espo.id to. I ryll
not ba rBhJming.
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W'e stat€o nerewhie my husband attended a convenlion.
The rmrE are nicel I re@mmend €elthg a suile. Ouls had
e tull kiEhan. wa6tE/dryer. nrb ano shower, balcilry. lt
wa3 per€cl! The food al tlE lcdoc b ,bnlastlc, aid al th6
bar yoJ can bdng drink8 b6cl to your r@m. I n€€dad a
latr cneckett (Vdcally 'l 1am) and the mail rt th€ front
dest $rciouCy lrl us checl oLi Et lprn.
I u/orrd have oi!€n 5 stars excapt*hen I took ny son ta
the park I didnt sce the parkirig lol, ard pa *ud iust oft thc
Slde oI thG ,oad. A pnEno ofrcar nearly lBsuld rnc a lid€t
fur "ffhg or the vegetation." I guess \€g€tidon rErts
grar€lal arncrdje.
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Wa had hbh no,EB when our tamily boc&ed Soncadlr ro
eleb|late tlE NetU Year, but lhe cost of the 6nrrtl'6E and
poor crlslomcr 6erylce,rr8 a hugG dllrpFlnlrn€nl
Proa:
- AcconrnodatlonE
vlrb strytd at 440 lrrkspur LooD in a beadirul housa.
heatcd ioors, hot ub aulside w/ drco lights, mod€rn
klClen, modem brti, iorrEle ofiud lo tum or the ga8 lr.eple. comlbnauc lurnhure. hloh cailngs, sa1enlle TV.t{-
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llilany of us us.d he r€sort shrtfles yhlrtt pic* you up and
drop ydJ ofi whor€ ever rcu need to be \,ery conErient. lt
madc gettirg arourE lhe r€aorl mudt easbt th'l haying lo
iravlgal.e tha -rea olraelve3
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TtL surromding arE b bi€Uiful behg leatsd in lhe
tuofi h ol tr€ mq,/ntairE, Tl't.rr are a n mber ol g(rlEus
hkfrg ur&.
Cons:
-Accmmoda:ions:
Just e lius fote to bllg stayhg in lh€ rnest€, 8l[e at .Ho
tarkspur Loog sto arre staying in fii9 llouse vr,, gtngl
drildr€n - d6t be surpdsed to hear ltE sound ol itter.
p8trer of ftel go|n! u p enai do{n tlc ha[e as 3ound travgt
ecfil9s Ue wholB hous€,
- Chdleneilg to Navigde:
Many of us had r cfialbnghg tirflo linding our vay around
the l€sdt dua to Foor rignain and sl rtght du€ tD ladk E,
lightLg and h8rd to !E rbc.t€ frx,s€ nwrE€nr rrhi:h aI!
rEt viSible when it g.ts dar[
- Linled R€stEurrnt Options;
ll you (bn1 phn on cooking you have very fsw optisrr to
€l oll ln lho srBa, You liave ahe l€dge r $e wmefy or
lry yoJ r luck Es orp of lhe few Caces i n torvl'] ,
Overall n L@ our larnily tTho nade the time wc spenl heie
wootl€ftul ,.. r.xltire*eU probably cond{re, olner
oFfDns.
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lgyiervirEtdetaib ffry o(p€r€rEe with lodglng ir tf€ bdge,
MEEn€ lacility and lod.lhe bar, and fie fittess facility.
The rwn€were ldge w living Bpse that incLd€d a
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t rough. Aho, trGru urile some scratcict on lhG wall and
prxlad upwal paper. Basicalv. ssl! minordctails I fiirk
Hey could lmprove upon. The hnqLBtb lood uEs ccrlahty
noth{hg out of lhe ordlnary, I had two brtaffasts, a lunch,
and tr,o finnels-Jl€Ie atd rpt one thing wag nEmcrade.
The me hino I nllgivc t lcm iscome t,ery friGrily frondir€
staft FIom lhe belkr'€f lo the bar lenders lhey $ere all
gr€l young Feop{e. Ths litnoss caflter was imprEsiv€, it
iu$t seemed to tske atr.hile tJo get ehuttled fmm th6 lcdge b
the nlgss canEr u/tricfi wrs nec€s6ary alter dak with Oe
si'CeurE{ks ,roretr qer. The viell h ti! entrywsy of the
lodge is lc'i/€lv. Or€rall, a v6ry nica daca. It yuJ an boklng
for a fr.ling ot seclusbn 8n6 rdDiatbn I car6 ra tnw thlr
would bc a nlc€ pafic lo Yisit
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Not tre sanre c:l:ib€{ of quatv srd dasg as rrrhcn i: f rst
open€d, At leEst 5 lrays of old rmm seMce nEds in ha!
badhg lo our lop hfr room. Thc oU lrEfs rcmainsd in h€ll
oarrigfit creating a ha:ad... Hedth and fippang 8t our 14
yr old dadl tthile "rElar ngf by poo{ st 1l am, man tv blorrsr
zoomed hb bud fid fustdilpefidng rnachii. by our
loungr ctEi E bicsl No: rQlaxng nfl tun to gel :aEG ful ol
dlrt \Aty En'l the b:oyrer guy t€t iiE yyork do rE bdore
pool operE? Aho, rfhr calling aheed lo confirtr uEltr slide
opea8t.or, $rE arrh/ed lo Fnd g ides ers only (rpen $Eekendg
becaule lhoy "can't afiord tro Fy lt€gusrds r,reldays',
AI&r scminE to Suncadia v, trienEls 8nd lhtilf br thB pasl 4
ygarg $E ll lsk fcr e rcfl, qdeE( d€6rEr mD€tirE spsl b
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I wes h€rc fora busircrs offstle. ltwaE a gr6tlocation to
be oul oI tlE civ's dlrlr.cton A Orcat oa.l$ trom lho hr]stl€
ot lhE city. B.autltrl vi.|/6 of Plcific llo.thwesl. R@ms
weft wry coflSonaHG and si!3auo, th€re is nofir{ 'lltrh!o do odslde o( ilr€ rlEort but ttE resorl itsait ollers a grear
v€rlct ot aclivltisr end lhG rEteurenB In t are al6o goe.
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Gruat pcol arca wlth Yratcrelldec.
Nice wallc, oompared b scanb ar ba{ when uro were
thcrc 12 &nca no^4.
Lots of blklng rall3. P.obably Emd tor klds.
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BanSJ€t lood lg fi€diccre.
2 ni01*6, rnarb€ 3 &p6 i3 fie dght arnount. I hear vtEgs
PizE in Ro3lyn iE very good.
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Slry€d hrough 'l rmazor l3crl da.l .nd $bela del it
D.t. EYlyon! wEltiilr,ly efit h.lpart. Pod.b fbDd was
good . lit!€ fic.y b.r,l it i3 8 resdt. Bison burger, bbsbr
Mac a mu.t te ddrr- Lot qt sctidtbr hdoor pod with
BsreonE lrdcr. trm campfrre a'molE nilht enal delsd
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hors€back ricffE. DeliniEly t rould come baci( a*aan.
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yve lo€ t,rb plael Gd milrled here at lic lnn at
guncadia lasl )roar and ae here sgrin br our annlrcrsary.
Stafl ara aK^iay3 atnes(rE - happy and hdpf1Jl. Place lB
Deaut:fu|: ruslic and rc.llned d lhe EamE tirfto. Podal'r
Reatruranl 13 delclous whathar rre arE Gating dhner or
bilakfast -'Iey aI! grcat tryou nerd glule,r frleodbas
!co!
Lm k fonlErd lo cfrfll ng beck Cyary ysar to clbbral€ our
lyGddlno arlirverssryl And blr gaclng sl tttB dogs hsre
bo!
tthst a gt€at pboa lo Send tt {rceksrd wilh th. lernily
and tgus- ThB lc tie ub€r 6ncy d rnountCn rosfrts-
Eeeuliful majet0c vicws of the rlountrh!, uslsy, and rivrr.
Th€ hbriol is €prusentatlv6 of tne bag rE{'ltain bdg! of
umbna, ltIlry 3utec. nioo srrrn/rlryg pool, and hugc fi:c
pits fil ttras0ng ,m,ishmdows. I v{Cbcl dur n6 sutrm?r bul
I irnag-E its lJst ss rrnazing all yiar atcu1d. oeGplE being
deop in the foreet, thb aht roughing it by arry mears. I
w€E rere on a hrrinEs reueal ard vua8 amazed W the
cdrfr€nce ro(rn9, grEt'md, trd een aregs. Well
(Esrgned, greet tatcul and interbr. I lo/ed all tlle historic
pholos ot ttle lbJndhg trmili€ ol CE Elum. The rierus
from th€ lounges vrere petty incredible, Nice confy
caudrer eoc bl, trro plac€ like thsl oI a hunllng lodge.
Onty hing ldfig ures gcod beer. Tnts ts the Pacifc
Norlhwesland withtheclfrcrtthey put iilo B.rvino grcdl
food. ttEy ought nci to e*imp on good beer and wrn€. Tre/
need to inclrte gc.ne gooo Se.:{e m'xxo blli{E llko
Framont lPA, Sctr@ner EEc:, Elysran, Rauorfs, Obrnond
KrEtr, Soun.l Brqrhg, 7 S€as Brwing. FortC*trge
Erewrng, HUB, and RoglE justb narE a few. Fcr
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Suncadh E o beauliful rosrtr rnr st8yen 2 nohb al The
Lodge and ifs a grent l':oEl lryth stJming vielrrs. Uts many
ol lft otrl€r rerrielvlrwe were das4polnted vrith lhe oinhg
opuons - the ,ood i9 good bu! \,VAY c,verficsd afid lhe
SO,.r,ioe lr€s mediEe al best R@m Servhplbr breaklbsl
ms a good optim shce it'g esso{ttidly the sarne pfice a6
esting at the rEsLa[ranl.
$h *mJred hE C,c arm for dinnerone nEhl E d are
glad'i,E dH,
Stave lhe corcforge rrs vory tElpfu. and we bool€d a
rLigh rire 8nd mownobile tdp rrebgh hinL gottr'.wr€
reilb fur\ thflgh \r,h$ E chedcd out lho rnorrpbile
lourrvrs Sl E0 mo'3 lhrn pEmsd. Tlley fDed tt charge
but llad wr not been dilirent SDOut teyisuing lhe [il rve
@uld hav€ be6'l cErgEd qrite a blt rDre
It lrer a nice erperlmce and rm dad we stayed but dre :o
lhc oyer lhe lop c.ort u,e likdy wmt reufi,
Gil&I.i" ..-. e,'2sr2013 - up<hrodrg,id
l'm tffc lu a couple of drys, ad I ltkG L l've b6cn hrr€
sB\reral Emes: Pros Goageoue localbr\ nic! facilit€G,
bea-lifd gdt corrrle3. lrrcnderlul 3pB, grood rcataursnt.
Cms: Can E l clqflded, iarflllos \r,ffi bJG kids (not e cdr iF
you'r€ alamilywlth rc.rd kids), and buCnGEmini-
con\ron6ons. Tip: sPElfy that you do NOT wanl a
tlsndlcepp€d balh?oom (uil€ss you rEd one). Thls ie€n8
to ba a sornmon bdt and switCr Al ln aI...rEr] nica.
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We had s gr€at time st Suncadh lhb uteekend. l would mrn
peode upfrotn 0lat thls proa6bry isn'|,,. R.re mtr.
IIEEElE atar2o11
CaarE here fr a corporat8 ovent and had a great tirlE.
Roorm ururc nice 3rd sll oqlJipp€d, feod yres d€liclrus,
and r,l th! il.tlxJ!.E grrcbu3an( llEdbty hdptul. h
lH, thc fim.ry ruasn for my rlvl€rv h tEt I brt rry |rcl€l
h s gdt cEil and the p$ shop and li,ofit dB6k rEfl l&dy
shlpped I to nry dfE,!. Noh, thsfs 6e'ric.l Wlldelnhely
be gdng b.ctwlth riy family.
tr$trtrtr z^4rzotl
I sp4nt my tirlhd8y heJe d the TrritrEad Ccndos. ti\E
gayoc tiree nightson $e 3.d i@r, a one bedlosm. elrd
ouf frierds werc on tfs eecond fl@.. I wo{.Id do ths a3Einl
It i8 116 pedect way to get arty ,rom the dh wtthout
,oughine il d caming. which I do rc1do. Tne Burroulong
ar€a b Dsl:liful, lvhlci lB a tittl€ rad b*aus€ you krErr'
lhel lh8 moro ltEy davBlop h!r€, lhc morctrcs and nstial
b€eLly u/il bG dcaloyed. That s8rd, lhsy seem to be dring
8 pr€tty g6d job ol pr68erving what b l€n, whlrh is a lol. I
tEp€ il doesall turn rnto sr sctJal pBnnEd communav.
whidr is lhe only rEgEtiuBthhg I yrlll !sy, Our condo hld a
very u!.ful kilfien, wtrich w.r import nt to me. lt B irly
slcked. and lhe orfir and Blove t p arE gss not cfieesy
electic bom€Is, TtE D€d ir cqnfurtBblq and lt'.vaB quiet t
lhink tor F?cFlB thet work llrr ErEmseives. fr hav! fl@.ible
!cHule3, c!ni:r! on lhe wa€l( dtyt as nodid hEl6ad ol
wsksndcrodc ba trEro peeasful.
Also. dJ friendr td( lf€it two dqs irrd ure M( o ur l. rge
dog c,lcsl6r- n b a wond€rfu I plrce for peopb wtp wrrlt !o
tal€ a Uaal wllh lft€lr bEd ft-rBnd' lt cGts 175.00 erha lor
e8dl night to Uirqg our cog, but rtwacw€Jl rn'orth il snd
wilts halrc lud to pey a dog silts if w€ l6lthlm bBhind-
P!ur, tlE dog3 rBdE lhc t h rnorr nJn.
I cln im.girE ltb s poBrla lanUly phc! during sch6l
holldayr and sl.mmBr, wtich I trobably..o'id naver book
theo But wE hid r wond€rlfu l. p!6c!lul tirE V\Ie eooked
(btir€ your own tood, loodles, because ttere ls orry a
Srlb^i.y in torvn, $ yoJ wllt wrnt to bring your otyn
grocDricr) which I bv€ t! do on rny trllday, Eol
EppDcirtad the lull stse rpgEercss. Th.rs i! also a
t reslEr and dryer.
Tha'bact yrrd'ol ou. csndo wai lic goll cour!8, whiEft
vras covged h b€a:rtrul s nofi Eo ws h8d tun h king brd(
there, and fte f,ont yard leadg tc I gDrgeous rail lr\rt aBo
used lhe ro.Jna and steEn room at tle spa/gym. and the
hot 1r,5. ll was pcrfecl, on a t rBdncsdry, not cIovded rt
all. l4E n€va att oul ei $r lor,E lookino so I cEn't speak
E uE plac.r therc trea( bul hq8rd ftry arB prBtly good. t
thhk ls p.oCe who ,erlly wrlt to 'rugh if thb pbcc
*ot d 6ffi vary rEorl-y, bNJt gucss,xhst? ThEt is what lt
is. A rcaorL Prgbobly bdt lo do tioul tes€€rci wha you
plan'rrourgattulay, you know? ThrJrrbs up ftorn ry grouc.
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lorc\€r.nd vre llnaly mado h dan n lo vi$it.
Flrst ofl, the lal !me 13 the best ltfie to c€fir lre,6 The
bllage $angino ls absolutety bEathtjaking ano tlte crlsp
l€mFrat[es makB th€ hiking 6or" bearable.
tly husbsnd hoked a one bedroam srie cn dre rtue. ront
which was jusl an incrcdiuc room. Thc vle'rrs hmcc[€g
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wc]! nDrth il alone. l^b hd a snorarnic vierii ot ttE
moun:aln6, rivr, end sk!'lin!. lrfi€dibbl
The room cane fully stocked wilh a decent€ized badroJtr!.
a living roorn, dining rotrn. fully sloci(€d kitchff., and
u/e3her and dt)rei p:obablY nc( ,Ecessary br the me nlghi
thatu,e werc fiere bul definitely a flie to na\re
ThE c:Bdk.in/chB*-cul prccess rries a UIE€4e, valel was
rEEron bly prlced, ($a scrrehinga and lhe servie ms
alotE syeragE. l b were gr€e'€d everywhers wg wetil
doors hcld, th6 works,
Thr fEtC has sofir. nics hikhg trails on sllo - vrE opted br
lhe dron one down lo thc liye. whlch was about I milB
eadr way. TIE riucr wan beautful and ydl rvo.fi ths wa k
ThefE B Elso a shulc b tlie vaticrrs sites wilhh lht
smcadb cor-runity - urerc 8re a ld) of amanid€e
inclLding a ,.tn€ss cenler, a trout slgck.d po.ld tq lishing, a
winery, reotafants, ard a spa.
Thsre isalso a tq/n nearby (Roslynlwnidr has som€ cute
shoprsnd rcataurants.
Room $ia3 a liftle pric€y bLt well v,prlh it - €roud S3S or
8(} per night? livould be more worlh it I }[u w€r€ Elaytn! ,o]
m,rtjPE days.
such a fun ptscE E c6ne lor a relaxing reurau
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'l ch*-ln
l/Vr havc a[vayo lqrnd 0re gtafi here to De orer the lop
urr€n il cofiE3 to clJstoarpr scrvi:e. The concierge stsvB lE
a gem wftrr il csrte8 to recogrizing you, specialevena
and providhg lltue tse3B h yqrr room. U\Jb Io'€ b bike
riding in ln€ summei sw mming in tlle ouEoar pool,
han0irE out h the huge NLride jaorr.j 6 playhtoo lne
water C!J.E. v\llntstir,.e. you rill fmd us snosslE€arBfie
gr6m6d traili on lh€ gptf cotrce or 3wdrhg at rvn the
lmer lublng hill (and being pdled 5acl up by fie tubE toltrU
LoE to do erd lott oflun b be hed here!
,* i.-'rt,'.,-. -- ais,ng!
Tl"! gofl courEe i. blautituland th6 atrnGph€rs o, th€
lodg6 ts pbarhg hjltle terYhals so p@r. Allison in
cLElorner Scrvle a]d Brandy h Er6 Podrls restluEnlulerE
lhe rncd hclotul peple m the whole plopqty. I flnd it
arfla.dng fi.t so mrny people haye 4 sEil rstirEs hr thas
EsorL They need a lol d st tlhg wod(. A bar ten&r
adurlty put EG ia r glEls I hed be6n drar*ing out of €nd
then dumpad ft be* lnb ths bio ica buclet whsn I
enlndcd him toic!.'EyEry meal lhavs €bn here hal
takcn 2 hours. Not boceula ot me but because of hog slow
tho Can/6 lt Man yq,r orrEr e drink en)r,4,her6 but lhe
-tual bat liG \r,ail sEf b.ing th6 orier lo lhe onty b€r snd I
have ualclEd r€peeladly rrli:e tha blr land€fs learts lle
orderE wElting 20 mlnLE3 h,hlb thsy procrBstinaE rfiEktng
the dturk, tldying narkln!, drylng glarses. etc. I Bm nol
belno fckle hare €lfiar. thB ber,.yas derd lylh only me
sittirE A I whll! hl$ hepperEd. lts nol until the 0oor s€rr,er
comeS back and asl(! rt tFc ddnlc a! donB y€l a sEcgnd or
lhird lime that fi€y actually lGavo thr b!]. I haye w.itld 30
rlrutBs for a ffink. Rcaflr Garvica lsks€ t^,k€ ,r long as
lhe erpected limc. Th€rG arc no vet€tBrisr opl ors, I had
to custom ondef cvryfilng and neel llke a tctEl sne doang
sa becaure iie hck of consldtration this pla6 ha$ lor
an)rot€ wtlo dGsnl Gtt be6t pod( 5firJ(m or.nythk8
Wrh hEE. fhe valet lo$ rry q k€yE in fiort ol rE 3 tme3
D6fde I c{cn eitered iho rr5orl. lr 3et lhern dolrn ln odd
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plac€s and &en askod me tor lhsm 3 llme6. I b.t nry car
u/orried he rAould l€e my only k8y. The valet and slall are
friendly b.Jt u3Bloss anylhing I trs,ra erk6d hern about the
area af,d ev€Dts ha8 ld m. to wrlking of wilh no snwJEr.
BaEically f yil hav! anl 8o.l ot rch!&/lc or yegs,Erian
lltestyle lhis plrce wl be an in@n\r€nienc6. You cant FuEt
Uelr slarf to Serve yo! and allo,v lou to make t€. tnr€ or
events on tme. Plan mals 2.5 hours ahcgd ot snylhln!
yur nri]lrt haw planrcd. S€ri(lsy
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Ov€ntll, I had E gr6at cxp€rience hE E. tm not a big
ouder3y perron, so lhc r€Gorl i6 sBl in a iust er,egtr
"nalure' lor my Ege. Thero are lralls lor yo! to glo on and
E {agic views- lt's a good overnight stay bf a quid( get
auray trom the city. Thc Portals ragtaLczrt l*rEd ir th€
trd€c 16 prlcery btJtyr€ll vrcrth thc mon8y. lthinh Thc
porliorsrrlgen€rous urlhtresh lrEradl8flls. ThB dlilil had
the.c qlas the besi I arr6r had lvith hr}ge chunks of
bnd d<in 8nd pr,ie rib cut6 Th€ dacrs is ver) chan, the
cr,sbflE: sen ie 'l3 notlcoably Lc(int ird a Ut givfi tnc
r@rl l3 an ap€ngve orE. Recoptbnlst wea OlIrEctBd at
chacl in, and tha Dilt8t saam.d orlbnd€d whln we lold
h6r b updata the drhks m6nu sino th€y no lcnger 0116r
oconut Jtlit, lfs abo a u.ry kld-iriBndly ple@.
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G.?fi bod but i, you arBn l e t vrnry-&m€thlng yuppy or. 1
oI ran cltsin€ a young lady lhen plen on'rreLing for
serviCa
Save yo|,r nrcney 6( Sorytlhlng ln dowrtourn Rollyn ard
(bntspeod yurr mons/ hare
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regErdlm )'d|r blest c)€arbnc! ln ourloungs wilh lhe..,
Rad mgc
f,tf,ltf Itl:,rraorl
rrJe hd a FANTASTTC ttuee nightsrlqtr dats at thig
rnegi, place. Our third tlrE hele tnd e*n tmr, rB s€8rn
!o enioy it mqE - gred for kids AND adulti So much fu r
wlth lhe pool, the slales. tle s.lct, hgl, lh€ ic!5le[ng. l:E
tounge loungino E oarfo roon, hot ttbs, hl{lng trr'ls .0c
rmrel Gr€at fiotd toom 8nd hilJ6e-kEplrq !!rvicr.
\,1ft'.,ere v€ry ifipres36d wlth lhe rn neg€r ot lhe Porlalr
Rest u rant & bar, Jdrn. He look a(ra car"./ rllentlrn for
my ,a0€r (who lY?6 ln a whecl chair) and grv6 us !i. royal
treatrErt He tr"5 dso very b.ily.frlondly'.,lth ol, young
children. \,\ltEt a nire guy trho went aboeE 3nd bcysrd tor
oU r farnly. TltANl( YOU I lt rrE(b a EfeA lrTresbn on
us. t^re wilt deeriev be back (and. Uy thc u/ay, fiE
ugakfEsi l3od an{, Bloody Mary's \r€fr tabdo(l!l).
2 ch*1iia
\ b cern to Surcdia wit\ E smil6 on qrr faca mig winter.
mahty becalx rr,e ha, a LM.ng Soobl vouctler in ourpd*.
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For a sat prlc6 w6 r|I:]Eived stra^,borries, a botte of ,r€e
(ncdbcrc) champrgrE. 150 in spa uouchers, valetparfting
and brealdasl fq two.
\rW ere a tamily or lhree. and we ,ound lhG Slr,cadia lodge
fodn ftie tor out lamity. Pnsty ctsrapoint.d with irot, the
Llying Scial Vqtcti.r B handled. Psticulrr'y, hop mudr is
not included h the pnce. Tare3, rGsortfb€a, and b6kalL'.
inotlEa S5o or so oI edres, which baicely edded anolher
r/% drlo l,|e pdce of thc t@m
glEXt|f,ltr &,iuarr3
V\b $r)€d in a 2 bedrom clndo and al}cfutety LOVED ill
Itrflas vory luxl,io(Jr Da,t \rery combnabb rtthe sam€ time.
Tha grundr wee very well kepl natrralty as il B r 5 rtsr
gpf cou6e. and the Uails arE fabulous. Unfortn.lCy lh€
tvrlcr !l*9 drd outdoorpool u,/ene rEl fpen during ow
vb[ and the ndoor pool d(od a bll'?flJtkf'so trr€ slryod
ahay torn tf.t. t J. decided 10 Eat at restauanG in cL
Elr.rn and Roslyn. 30 I €Eo't @mm€nt on tlE tood at Ue
Ldge. Ttere isa residsft hErd d RG€^,orl Elkand tte
a66 15, ridr with hirbrT tool Suncsdro i3 a Very lt}laxlng
place b h and cDisy all l,lat rtature has to ofi€r.
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A ,elalluely unl(rb$jn lB8ort, at 16831 amoog rn)' community
ottieno! a:rd colbrgl,l Howb'tnate th6t vrefound
Suncadra! liibn&fu| stafi, besrttul grounds. The best ptrt
was lesrnrE that $rI€ ir tometllng €t ttE Esort tor
everyor.e. lton: ankllbiteB lo oclDgBftarians. The perbct
spot for a ,amity gdhenng. and I lhlnk vt€'re going to doirst
thal an our next vigt.
The r€6q1 lor Ule tir€e-cEr rrv!s[, is lhat e,o were toH
lhrt evBry morn had r€naDb hloFupe.d Vltli. So. cil couEe.
ire l€ltouf I,AN caucs and ArPort et hdrE Elig misttk€.
The Wf h lhe room t ras nm-erstsrt BRlilG YOUR
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oohlh Suncadisl you I cug@mer servix has gon: lley
dowrl Front dlsl waa unhdp{r,l ad klrd of rude. Had dirt
,!om rt *erk ln urilh about io{[ spidefs Short Ued( hair
when I pulld b*I( th€ shacts when I calcd .bout tt'e
r?om shc could not put me in arolherJoom or otfar
hil36k€.9,n3. srE just repeatad horv buEU th.y w€(8.
Spcad ,hiad t\'r,e days hter around 8:30am...Coffrr trakEr
didrt *€rk so cdL.d End sa6 t|ey'v,lll try to gst adh€r
collr ma (e/'. Cdled at 3prFoh we wlll look lor one'.on c
ho.tr lebr, lront das,k rl€n't arEillor phqle. CarpCi liainad
and $,sm lhirt. VthEhcd Cafi nol replace tho coffcc ojps
and glas!.3 bul dnsg ttEm of wifi {ater. No soap. Now
lhc spa sti! hsd my appt whicfi i cancBllec tsrc dayt belorc
and rl,.rt Erring b ch8,ge rr? a no sluil be. ThGy tb(cJ I
and lhen csme back from lake and found trEy chrrgEd fiE
$1a8.80 cn my (ard. Had lo golo spa I|<l ru5d out tcy
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The seltjilg and dEcor are bseutfi,l. and d.finitely
comperts to the Four S€asons in Vancouver. ErcBpt lbr
ha scrylce. Cloarly not marry of h€ 6iat h€rc ary r"al
hospltality erperbros, €D(c€pt fol lhe co.Eierge. We
booked a room srih a pdvab hol lub, od,y b lind at rllled
vyrtx cdd aairlwaef when $e clrecJ(ed tn- UE cal tsd dovin lo
the fi'onl, and thcy ass{rred u3 ttr€t' r.6uld takr cere of I
right away. Aner 3 callr 3ver 0!e duralbn of our Say. oe
evenlualy rEalized $re rmuld not be abl€ to take dvantaoe
ol tl'te hot lub. No apologicr, lhsy lust sdd I 0rES5 you?e
o.r: o'lt.tk At ieait On dtEkout, wh6fl I cornphinsd about
6is fr the zfi rim. Ury refunded us $o dlfter€ice
batween:he upgrade arld standard rftm.
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We htd a lruly rBlarng weekefid al Suncadia. Sornehow,
d6?,'L ttE varbui u,e(Eing rlidty and klds and lamlhs,
o{, mom rYlas pffacty, Pelfequ qdet
Ths hd lhat 6t! sre weEome is wonderful
Tlro was trtr oF lc{vity i0 ttE commor spaes, snd lcils o{
qubtr rFc€s b rctrBat to il ono ivBlEd. Eyenlhhg ls
med. rvail.lle looLerir nighl and day, afl Gings arE lasy
ard mfir,:dien:.
l,\lt dln!d d.itBid€ e\rery l:Gal bul orE. vyhldr v€s a lr€8t,
though re wer3 ths sry one3 o.rl liere Alolthe $d?
s€enlngly delightsd to be 0,ero.
One diispp,n:m6nl war the u,inery huh? ll'9 iu$ anotlEt
rsg.Jrant al:d gifl shop... nol avlorlir8 winety at alt.
Srangle-
Suncadle rs argersiye, but the ctrance to lruly k'Ek back
and bs |rk€n cerr of nEkeg it worth it
IMPORTANT TIP bring a day pack E you 3wtrns.rlt dry
c{olh.!, book, otc. l(!+p lh€ day pacK wih yorr alior you
check out ofyc.lr rcorrr fihey'll stai.-. UB ]cstof your
Ir.896gE) TtEn you cen continus io €niv, lhe ltacilitles until
nEdfa[. DUll:hl]rk ],oJ havB b lea'/" al I 1a--$ay a|{
.nJoy utl tyou paE lor.
'dfi .- -, .- - .-. ensnolt
BdaJtiFul reEo( S.riou3 probtsrns,
Flrcan EM. tieymay pula 51l0 bil on }tLr crtdn card
vrltlrcd t!rl[n! you, Thb is ior btent charges you ll€d about
when ylcu chclkad out. lgue33 there'E an adyersa
pre3umption tfiat t\sir gwstr, I we8 told by the shgle
tele plronr polnl of ac!n3 that all rossts do tlb end it
would bc about tan day8 n l! €funded. 8TW lwrc irfrrmad
',rla1 you, hote: stoy ls charged :o ycur card sevgn days
belore artltra1.
upon afli l our pilty was bld thatwe would be in lh6 lnn
inslead o( Ue Lodgc whicfi wa all h.tepcnd€rty believeo
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had ,BG,€^'€d. Two ol lhr thrEc of r.Js'irere lble to
coflec1:hlE Our blldiful ro(ITl vri3.n irrcredioly long
dkt ncc dofln an Gndless hall. Un(brtJnatsly I forgot orE of
rny wi€'3 lerrE rnd had l,D rtpeot tlreFumgy, induohg a
vret trlp b th€ dsEn: pad(ing loL ti\re here ade to regroup
in Lne for dlhncr al Portels only lo harrc an unhappy anc,
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distradco yraitrass. Food yras dissppoirting, A Caesar
3.lad c.nr. rogEy snd with tough ohicken. A ffpdlum rsre
bbon bur6{ arrlved cdd and cmked ba !wll, well done.
lnsdlblsl Out'.va'trces, tlorrgtr lrdiEecnt, al les3l bok t/E
refurnsd burgd otf hs bltl. Matk ur3 on wirB 3pp€s,r E be
3m or,l00%. not unusJal.
Tlis v\Eg oaJt soco.* and laGl vut to thts resDrt
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There wcre ood lhiTs. and l'm erre Enst p€opae hare a
great time here. ltc berutfulend E di, a wrne t6tm,
shbh iad ta6ty \vlnc 1or a greal prk€. Thc stefr y€re rll
quie irierdly. Untqtunelely, lthlnk lh6 nanag.fient
ne€ds to cdltnmlcelc much mo'l, cleerly with lahl stsfr
aDoutwhat visitors rray aaudry wanl.
A gloup ot 5 frienG and I phnned a 3 nighl slp tD itry neEr
sunc€dIa, d?il:hg ro rcnl cro6s country EHs there ard
mal(e trte d lheir trlril sysbm ior !€leral day6. \i\i€ called a
le'rJ mmihs in advance and w€rE tdd rentari$crc
availEue, and my fiiend c€ll€d th€ li,sek beforeto douue
chect dLe lo lhe low smw b!€19. Shc,ras told thatthr
trai sychr :nighl bc dGed, but thri we canld |enl slls anC
take trerr to a neorDy grsa with more snorry. Tht S 63surad,
w€ ctro noa rent skis bdorE leavin0 fic Scatle a,ta- Vr*:e1
re anived, $a sporid about an hqJr ard e hatf shun[ng
,rom lnfurrnallon to yadcus placa utithin h s!&ch oI
anyone wtto lo€r./ wlr€,c we could r!'tt skls and tr.n. LFcn
findins ltofil were inftrmcd that thor! wsrc no rertalr
availabae and Uratu€'d need to hoed to C.le Elun to finil
some. we were a ul enncyed, but lts undrrrtrndiblE thal
€t(is ar€n'tal,3ltblo rlght nou/ - co.rditiorE are t8rlbb. l,vts
lu$ wanH to l(no\r. Eooner.
Thal light we coutsn'l lnd any loatixl€ tD rBril skis h CIe
Ellrn, eilher. I caled earlf ttr€ next .lomh€ b erplalnthe
silualioo arE 6k rlhey krEw of anywhcG cls€ rlE could
rEnt skis 0r if, sinc? il \€s thet fault we ddnt llavB snt,
th€y @uld lct ur rent Sorrc for uae elsaaham aa orkJinElv
degcribed. I call€d:wica, y€s aGalad a rnanagsru,ould
call rne bact. and neutr hea& arylhifi! eEs W'. still had
fun, bul it re€lv changed out urGe(ofld and wc wlrt
clEappohEd. \l/E'd $Nl'ched ourannual trip tronr
L€av€nnuth just lo W il drt and l'm realy dit ppointad in
SrrEadia's olgatizalion and aJstomaf r€rui(E.
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I have liyed in wA my slhole liro and sperE mosl of my llflo
on th. vltstsiJe o( lfie ulount.ens or out of staE.
I had a otr-dtc rEeting at Suncad'a and drsvr th6 90 miiE
kom Seanh b frc refo1. Thc u,rbBlte ls bcldfg (it dld nol
shor\ thet il had y/ifi: cn,y wireq. I fpund out ofity lats.
through lhe ar}ro6n hc'lel arnenlua6 Eo* tltrt I wes
$ird€s$ I rriell. I oidnt boherto try as I dld nol E e arry
infrcrmaton anywheG on open wlfl,
I dil not pay lor my ?oom (as rt was @vor€d under th6
conbrenc€ being iets) so I can'i speal( to tlE prie hrt I
irlagtrE itrtas rot cheap.
Check-in wasn't untjl 4pn but I was abl€ to get €ady check-
in whicfi I apprelaled.
My room was beauilfuland lftely a tirB3hare wfi...l noa
b€hg ussd as a hotel roan. 11 ua63 li<e a min'FaparEncnt
with a tully-strcked cupboad complcte wit,. brEakfa6t bar,
diStrwlha and wagler & cryer-
The room oponad i|7lo I lsrge patrowiul Mo entry doors
(livim loan & otrbodr@m).
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I trard treqLEnfly with a 7o30 spl[ ror ceis!,retbusinecS.
The one area I often rete hct€ls ar6 in lhB bethrDorn. lf fou
cla:m lc b€ a s-star (x/hich Suncadi, (b.rl tner you need
b have r nlca bathroom,
I waked ln and lumGd on he lighB to nnd a ISRGE
balhroJfli (l oan't r.crll orx so large in lhr b$ tar fvc
bEen travding all orEr the US,. The shk & Ub rircre bolh
Kohbfs arlo tle tub ura 3slkEn and had s sp8cel fest rl
as usl as a drain whhh r\rai lidden bry a hardle. TiiB w8s
uniqu. rld whafs gfeat B tlral yan can haye Ty,o peoplc
elt on .ith€r end ild rE one has to lrt a) ag€insl 0|e water
ngizzb or b) $ilh tB drain o0 thalr boltom, ltock a bah of
couIse and rt wss gBfl The free.st nding sho{t'srvas aEo
nke - ovrrtrod sbwerhead and decentr ,atlr presgurs
Thc down3ldcs -
tt yoo\€ ever bo€n to Esstem WA, Cle Elum is a liUe h lhe
middle ot nowlEre There is m (o'very ilTited) cdl
fEepim The dgnage leading into !h. lo*. b che*-in
u/as Lmit€d. ThEy .re cunEntly building condos & add ng
onto the rEsort fi is 1200 acres), ll is pretty easy b get
turned amund and :hcrc was no Cgn dirBcthg tou back lo
lhe main road b gEt b he hoEl. I Epenl E good 30 m.!rs
gEtling lost unUl I frund my way beck
The room was b€sullul but the Fto d6rs rere bft open
(unsJrc ifjrjll tfiat day or orc.nlght) brl. reirorsl ditleronl
bugs got h?o th! rcorn (when I cbsrd the docr ttEy
LEcame apparen0. I Em chsfily alergic to nlol([l,bes and
so had 6 chdbroing tirle,
Wrfi is free €no opcn but not listed anywhere (i'r roorn o, in
lobby or on wabEilG) ttiaving t'avded otbr, I don't assun*
every hotel or resorl hss l.go wifi aE moat althe. hBve a
'pay rate or 't k nd consittent.
()vergfl, il wes a 0real plre lo ying you, famly end kids
to. There ane r:.arry trEil3 and bcal fiing! lo do 85 long as
svents they 'Epcnsoi €dr day (clfig. swimmhg, elc).
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Lurely resort, but lho iltcc paped h all ovcr the pub[c
e,ess i8 HoRRIBLEI V',Vhy d6s this placa have to pl.y
rflJ3ic ,t all? lt iE hnposslble to iruoy the bEuttlirl visw end
hotal il yil have to lisleo b drtck, cvcn outirde-
t?Par 1 dZ
15 ,tte, reyrewg thil are nol ql.agnuy recofllmerded
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