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HomeMy WebLinkAbout136David W. Johnson From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: Garth Mann <Garth.Mann@statesmangroup.com> Thursday, June 23, 2016 9:54 PM Philip Morley jeffbocc; Kathleen Kler FW: PHM Pleasant Harbor Marina and Recreation Community Meeting Minutes for June 21, 2016. June 23. 16.pdf; Pleasant Harbour Marina. Sports and Health & Wellness Tourism. Lifestyle Membership. June 23. 16.pdf Thank you for your consideration in traveling to Pleasant Harbor Maina on the early evening of the 21st to view first-hand our location and to learn about the program that has been proposed for developing a special community that includes a Recreation Center. Diane and Don Coleman and this writer understand the sensitivity that you expressed in terms of the Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe's representation that they have an interest in the Kettles for sacred or ritual historic reasons. We have agreed to comply, as noted in the attached minutes of our meeting. We have studied the Treaty which pertains to hunting and fishing rights, but does not interpret Sacred Rights as a condition that they could be interpreted to prevent the approval of our application. Jeremy Sullivan appears to be an honest man. He stated on the record at the Government to Government meeting, that they have no interest in preventing the development at Pleasant Harbor. We discussed that the Tribe's hunting and fishing rights would not be impacted by our development, including risk to the Elk Herd because of increased traffic counts. As we all know, the Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe has recently constructed a casino and hotel. What special considerations did the Tribe follow to protect the environment as well as Elk, Deer and other mammals disturbed due to their development? Did they spend millions of dollars over 10 years on studies and reports and peer reviews as well as utilizing the environmental carbon-friendly Geo-Thermalfor healthy heating and cooling systems? Of course not ! The second attachment I have fonruarded, is a draft of the Sporfs and Health-Wellness Lifestyle Membershrp planned for the residents of Jefferson County and adjoining Counties. The community of South Jefferson County is in need of the environmentally sensitive development we are proposing, be accepted. Thank you for taking the lead so that we have approvals this summer 1 Garth Mann Evening Philip: M. Carth Mann President & C.E.O Statesman Group of Companies Direct: 403.686.8371 Email: garth@)statesman.ca From: Ursula Kurth Sent: Thursday, June 23,20L6 4:01 PM To: Garth Ma nn <Ga rth.Mann @statesmangroup.com> Subiect: PHM PDF Kind regards, Ursula Ursula G. Kurth Corporate Office Ad ministrator The Statesman Group of Companies (403) 2s6 - 41st ursulak@statesma n.ca 2 & PIERSaNT HeRBoR PLEASANT HARBOR MARINA & RECREATION COMMUNITY MlNtJl"[]S JIJN[:j 2lsr' 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM nreering. A'l"ltiNDlNC: t'}lrilip Morley; Don Colcnrarr. Diane Colernan" Garth Marur LOCATION: Pleasant llarbor Marine & Recreation Comnrunity The nreeting was called by" Ciarth Mann. to provide an opportunity fbr Philip Morley, l-lead Administrator r,vith .let'ferson County. to plrysically inspect tlre initial phase of Pleasant Harbor Marina & Rec,reation Community,' and to understand the relevance of the property pertaining tcr Statesman's proposed recreation comnrunity. The HISTORY of the proposed community lands, known as the Black Point Property, was an RV Park that had been utilized since the 1960's as a 500 unit staging area for RVs and Tents providing tourist accommodation. It was important to identifu that a road network, various outhouses and septic fields, a pool field house, and recreational playground areas, electrical conduits, and potable water well-heads had facilitated the site until the property was purchased by Arizona's Statesman Group in 2006. To protect the environment, the RV site was closed by Statesman to prevent risk of fires. The Brinnon Comprehensive Plan existed prior to the Statesman purchase. It had been ratified during the application process that led to the January 2008 approval for a Master Planned Resort through the SEPA process called an FEIS Approval that included 30 conditions imposed by the Board of County Commissioners. Garth discussed the process with Philip, in particular the 8 years following FEIS approval. A number of consultants provided their retainer to investigate and write in-depth reports that were Peer Reviewed through the County and professionally recorded as the precedent for the County's conditions. The County's intent by having the reports peer reviewed and professionally recorded was to identiff strongly to the public that no compromise was made to the quality of information that was required to address the conditions for approval. The FEIS plan was also amended to accommodate the new 2010 Shore Line Management Plan The DRAFT SEIS was submiffed in 2014, and released for public comments as a Final SEIS in 2015. Pleasant Harbor Marina 308913 US Hwy 101 Brinnon, WA 98320 360-796-46LL / 800-547 -3479 FAX 866-848-4612 A STATESMAN GROUP OF COMPANIES DEVELOPMENT www.sioies mo norou p.c om & PIEeseNr HnRBoR Following the expiry of the Public Comments stage, the Final SEIS was discussed during a public meeting at Brinnon School January 6th, 2016 where the project was introduced to the newly appointed Planning Board. Unfortunately, most of the new Planning Board was unfamiliar with the property and the approved FEIS, as well as the multiple reports and peer reviews. Since this date some members of the new Planning Board have attempted to visit the site to appreciate and understand the property and application before recording their recommendations. Unfortunately, it appears that many have yet to read the consultants' reports, therefore disqualifying their understanding in order to comment on the positive environmental-standards initiated by the applicant in shadowing LEED GOLD. After numerous delays by the new Planning Board, Philip Morley noted that he has demanded that the Planning Board submit their recommendations no later than July 5th 2016. Philip did not quali$, that he further instructed the Planning Board to follow the precedent of the Brinnon Comprehensive Plan for a Master Planned Resort, and the approved FEIS with conditions as well as providing proper due-diligence for quality comments. Following the closing of the public comments time period, the Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe asked for an opportunity to re-open the public comments in order to voice their concerns. A Government to Government meeting was scheduled for April 18rt' 2016 at the Port Townsend Courthouse. County Commissioners were present, as was Jeremy Sullivan and Roma Call of Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe. Neither Garth Mann nor the consultants were invited to attend. Regardless, Garth Mann and 2 consultants did attend. Following 90 minutes of discussion, Garth Mann asked if he might address the meeting. The purpose was to have it noted on-the-record that as the developer,"the reasonable concerns of the S'Klallam Tribe would be adhered to." A separate off-camera meeting was agreed to and held immediately afterwards to discuss the concerns of the Tribe. These concerns, as stated, were: Concern that surface water would be leaving the Black Point Site and pollute the waters of Hood Canal and consequently impact the fishing rights of the Tribe. a Garlh Mann askecl il'the'I'ribe hacl read the reperrls? ll'the reports had been read the'l'ribe would have appreciated that N0 surfhce drainage or outflow rvould he occurring to l{ood Canal lrorn the clevelopment. Thel.ribe rvould be pleased tlrat less than 12Yoof the site area is imperviclus. Pleasant Harbor Marina 308913 US Hwy 101 Brinnon, WA 98320 360-796-46rL / 800-547 -347 9 FAX 866-848-4612 A STATESMAN GROUP OF COMPANIES DEVELOPMENT www.stqlesmqnqrou p.com & PIERSaNT H*RBOR a a The Tribe was concerned that Fertilizers and Pesticides used on the golf course would negatively impact the Ground Water and Hood Canal. Once again the reports appeared not to have been read. No s.vnthetic,s such as Nitrates. or Phospliates or Pesticicles or Pollutants woulcl be usecl to green the golf collrse. Instead. Slatesman has irrvestigated an organic root slirnulant made hv Dakota Peat, lbr this locatiorr arcl recluirernent. 'l'he Sahncrn Sal'e or equivalent protocol is to be practicecl to errhance the envirt'rrunent. The Tribe was concemed that ancestral sacred rights might be compromised with the removal of the timber and the lining of Kettle B, in order to accommodate 13.5 million gallons of Class A Water Reservoir that would be collected as on-site storm water and treated waste water. Garth explained that if the'l"ribe could satisty the Historical Registrar of Washington State. proving that both Kettle B and C had historical ancestral spiritual rights. Statesman rv<lulcl lrot compromise tliese rights, and the 2 Kettles and Wetlands wr:ruld be omitted frorn tlre developnrent areas. 'l'he only condition imposed b.v Statesnran. would be that Port Ganrble S'Klallanr 'l'ribe rvould need 1o be responsible ftir the sat-ety, c.leanliness, and biological significance for maintairring tlrese areas. in order that the putrlic could read and learn frorn signage as to tlre lristorical significanc,e ol these areas. Jeremy Sullivan referenced that the Tribe had ancestral hunting rights in the area, and even though this area was posted as no-hunting due to public safety issues, the potential loss of hunting rights pertaining to the Elk Herd would be compromised through increased traffic counts visiting the Community. Gartlr explainecl that the Elk Hercl has never enterecl lhis peninsula area tbr grazing. Their migraticln pattern has tbllorved the Dosewallips River and Tidelands, where the herd crosses highr.vay I 0 I . Garth also e xplained that the herd could be protected easily with the proven technology ol'Proximity Collars or Har Attachments that are wonl orr the lead aninrals of the Elk Herd. When these proximity readers are worn by the EIk and they are close to the highrvay. a flashing sign lets drivers know to slorv-down to safe limits in order to protect the Elk l{er:d. This tbrmat is most comnlon in National Parks. and has been proven etfective by Forest and Anirnal Management experts. I'rencing o{'the I}lack Point Property will rrol be considered by Statesman. sirrce this is a contra-nleasure to environmental standards. Pleasant Harbor Marina 308913 US Hwy l0l Brinnon, WA 98320 360-796-46Lr I 800-547 -3479 FAX 866-848-4612 A STATESMAN GROUP OF COMPANIES DEVELOPMENT www.sto tesmo ngrou o.c om a & Plglrsnrvr HnnBoR a a Garth asked Jeremy and Council, plus Consultants, to meet on-site and walk the area so they are familiar in real terms with the conditions in order that the Tribe had an improved understanding. A meeting was set for a tour within 2 to 3 weeks of April I 8th 2016. 'fhe Tour, rvith Jerenty' and the Tribe's Biological (iroup, has 1.'et to ocour 2 nronths later, altlrough others lrom Port. Canrblc S'Klallam'h'ibe irave attended lbr a tour. In closing the April meeting, Garth asked Jeremy and those County Commissioners and Administrators to follow an Open and Transparent Policy, in order that the parties might communicate and therefore, resolve any legitimate concerns. .leremy Sullivan agreed by stating that it is not the irrtent of Port Gamhle S'Klallanr Tribe to cleliberately attempt to bk:ck or delay the progr:ess of the application tilr Pleasant Harbor: Marina and Itecre,atiorr Comlrun itv. Philip Morley' reported. during the rneeting on June 21'1, that unfortunately Jeremy Sullivan is vcr-v busy r.vith non-'['ribal issues and is r"rnable lcl mset and pursue an inspectir:n of the property enahling the application to achieve approvals. Fu(hcr, I'hilip stilted that the Couttty's c.ltoice is not to move foru,ard rvith approvals before they resolve the 'fribe's corlcerns. 'l'he 'l'ribe has requested a Memorandum of Understanding between Governnrent to Governmerrt" which Philip reconrmendecl neither lhe Corurly or Statesman would be in c()ncurrence. The June 2lst meeting continued with Philip asking if Garth felt that DCD was not working towards a resolve and a release of permits? Carth resporrded that t'rur team is becoming increasinglv doutrtfirl. based on past perftrrmance, as to the intent of DCD to follorv nornral approval protocols alter so many years and unreacl reports. '['he precedent ol'the Brinnon C]omprelrensive Plan and the approvec{ I;EIS with conditions, Iays the parametel's fbr approval. l{'DCD ivas inclined to Ibllorv an informed process and procedures" the Planning Conrmission rvould have been instructed as to their restricted parameters to guidc tlreir recommendations for the Br:ard of County C'omntissioner. Instead. their draft report indicated that they wer:e completely uninfcrnned ol' the facts. l)urlher, one would ltave expectecl that a Planning l]oard is held responsible {br reading the reports and studying the proposed ;-rroperty in ordcr to make infcrrnred suggestions to the Board of Count-y Conrmissioners. Garth explained to Philip that the Open ond Transparent Policy for preventing litigation is essential for this approval process to be fair and reasonable. Pleasant Harbor Marina 308913 US Hwy 101 Brinnon, WA 98320 360-796-46LL / 800-547 -3479 FAX 866-848-4612 A STATESMAN GROUP OF COMPANIES DEVELOPMENT www.stotesmonqrouo.com ]L Plr*s;rNr HnnBoR Carth explained to Philip tlre pulpose of a Rec,reation Comrnunity' planned {br Pleasant Harbor (please review atlached sunrmary). The area is in need of assistance as a part erf .le{'ferson County. I'}hilip seemed surprised that approxirnatel5r tl0% of the children rvlro atterrcl lJrinnon School are on Lhe As,sisled Lunc'h Progrum. Tlre stuclent population has declineci over the last l0 years clue to lack of employment tbr the Millennial Cener:ation. Garth lirrther identifled the neecl l'or employrnent and amerritr.. migration for both Spo(s and l"lealth & Wellness "l-ourisnt in soutlt .lef}'ersc-lr County. This clean industry u,ill help to remove tlre stigrna rsl'a .sociulLt, reKre s,sive sociel',,. LJnfortunately, to the embarrassment to .lefl'erson Count-v ancl its Larv Department, tlris clraracterization of societ-v has been t'eatured on television's Discovery Channel. It was explained to Philip Morley that a Public-Private-Partnership is intended to develop a Recreation Center for the benefit of creating employment and improving the quality of life in south Jefferson County. Notation thal the 1'ribe presentc,cl to the Count.v afler the recorclecl comnrent period rvith obicctions as rroted thal have been properl,v dealt with by Statesman. "'Trilrul rights ure rec'ognizecl by'Treolies lo hunl and.fish tn their uc<'ttstomed places. ll does not e.rpand ol'er protr)osed Kettles.fbrmecl during the ice age und said to be xtretl pluces, or public purk,s und recreotion oreas." "lwespecliv-€. we al Slatasntttn v'ill oblige their reque,st lbr a soc'recl areo os u,a ltuve nolecl." A package formatting the business plan of PLEASANT HAfuBOR MARINA & RECREATION COMMUNITY was provided to Philip before he was provided a site tour with Don Coleman. The meeting was concluded shortly thereafter. A package formaffing the business plan of PLEASANT HARBOR MARINA & RECREAZON COMMUNITY was provided to Philip before he was provided a site tour with Don Coleman. The meeting was concluded shortly thereafter. All parties concurred with the reasonable intent to maintain an Open & Transparent Policy to expeditiously complete this arduous approval process. Garth Mann Don Coleman Diane Coleman Pleasant Harbor Marina 308913 US Hwy 101 Brinnon, WA 98320 360-796-46Lt / 8OO-547 -3479 FAX 866-848-4612 A STATESMAN GROUP OF COMPANIES DEVELOPMENT www.stotesmo nqroup. c om & PLEnSNTT HaRBOR Pleasant Harbor Marina & Recreation Community Sample Lifestyle Account - Membership Recreation Community Membership The following list is a summary of the eligible options. To confirm eligibility of an item, call Group Customer Contact Services Products and services that improve health and well-being . Smoking cessation programs (including exercise and herbal related treatments). Stress management and mindfulness programs o Weight management programs (cuisine recipes and supplements) o Nutritional counseling. Alternative healing therapies (Lifestyle Medicine). Paramedical practitioner expenses in excess of your Lifestyles Health benefit plan maximums Participation in physical activity that promotes good health: . Fitness club membership fees (including in-house fitness center fees for leagues and public activities for Spofts Tourism and Health & Wellness Tourism) . Sports leaoue/team membership fees . Physical activity fees (e.g. gym drop-in fees, AVATAR tickets, green fees, squash court fees) o Certified instruction for physical activities/classes/lessons (e.9. personal training, martial arts, swimming, yoga, dance). Instructor-led classes at a fitness facility at the Recreation Community Centre . Fitness related staff club events and memberships (e.9. golf, volleyball, sports leagues such as soccer, lacrosse, basketball, volleyball, archery, and swimming, (plus skating and hockey at Columbia Valley only.) Pleasant Harbor Marina 308913 US Hwy l0l Brinnon, WA 98320 360-796-46LL / 800-547 -3479 FAX 866-848-4612 A STATESMAN GROUP OF COMPANIES DEVELOPMENT www.stotes mo n group.com Health support Fitness and sports activity & Puras;rNr HnRBoR Products and Sports Equipment that promote good health (for sale or lease): o Fitness equipment (e.9. weights, yoga mat) o Sport equipment (e.9. bicycles, swim suits, sports clothing) o Athletic footwear (e.9. soccer cleats, court shoes, athletic shoes) . Probiotics and vitamins Supporting continuous learning in areas of personal interest: . Art classes (e.9. drawing, pottery, photography) . Cooking classes . Creative writing classes . Educational classes and Theater . Conventions and Seminars. Chapel for Sunday Services o Weddings . The Bistro & Pub. Laser Skeet Shooting Skills o Team Building & Leadership Training Programs - The Mini Olympics. Non-Profit, Charitable Fundraising Events Pleasant Harbor Marina 308913 US Hwy 101 Brinnon, WA 98320 360-796-46tL / 800-547 -3479 FAX 866-848-4612 A STATESMAN GROUP OF COMPANIES DEVELOPMENT www.stotesmon group.com Fitness and sports equipment Personal interest