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Home My WebLink About051 08 ee -,p~. -:: 7 fdc)jozr 1?e.o..~ J STATE OF WASHINGTON County of Jefferson Authorizing Application for Funding Assistance } for a Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program } (WWRP) Project to the Recreation and Conservation } Funding Office (RCO), as Provided in Chapter 79A, } 15 RCW, Acquisition of Habitat Conservation and } Outdoor Recreation Lands; Brown Dairy Project } RESOLUTION NO. 51-08 WHEREAS, our organization has approved a comprehensive plan that includes this project area; and WHEREAS, under the provisions of WWRP, state funding assistance is requested to aid in financing the cost of land acquisition and/or facility development; and WHEREAS, our organization considers it in the best public interest to complete the land acquisition and/or facility development project described in the application; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that: 1. The Water Quality Program Manager of Public Health be authorized to make formal application to the Recreation and Conservation Office for funding assistance; 2. Any fund assistance received be used for implementation of the project referenced above; 3. Our organization hereby certifies that its share of project funding is committed and will be derived from an application to the Federal Farm and Ranch Land Protection Program (FFRP) for the remaining project costs; 4. We acknowledge that any property acquired or facility developed with financial aid from the Recreation and Conservation Funding Board (RCFB) must be placed in use for the funded purpose and be retained in such use in perpetuity unless otherwise provi8ded and agreed to by our organization and RCFB. 5. This resolution becomes part of a formal application to the Recreation and Conservation Office; and 6. We provided appropriate opportunity for public comment on this application. 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JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ,.._ ..-"7 04/ ____ Phil Jo / on'1?i:;t 4A ~e/~1l~ David Sullivan~ Jo~~ernher .~ County of Jefferson Brown Dairy Name: Type: County of Jefferson County Organization Address: County of Jefferson PO Box 1220 PortTownsend, WA 98368 Phone Numbers: Phone - work General Info Name: (360) 385-9160 (360) 385-9100 Executive Director Business Address: 1033 Lawrence St PortTownsend, WA 98368 Phone Number: Fax - work Phone - work Internet Address: ed@saveland.org 1AFAPPIN,RPT (360) 379-9897 (360) 379-9501 Applicant Information 08-1214 C WWRP - Farmland Preservation Organization Information Billing Address: Jefferson County of PO Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 Internet Address: Applicant Contact Information Contact Type: Alt Project Contact Second Address: ,WA July 8, 2008 08-1214 C . I Applicant Infor~ation y, County of Jefferson Brown Dairy 08-1214 C WWRP - Farmland Preservation Organizationlnfor~ation Name: Type: County of Jefferson County Organization Address: County of Jefferson PO Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 Billing Address: Jefferson County of PO Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 Internet Address: Phone Numbers: Phone - work General Info (360) 385-9160 (360) 385-9100 Name: Ms. Sarah Spaeth Applicant Contact I+mation Contact Type: Project Contact Business Address: 1033 Lawrence St Port Townsend, WA 98368 Phone Number: Second Address: Cellular Fax - work Phone - work (360) 643-0570 (360) 379-9897 (360) 379-9501 Ext 102 Internet Address: programs@saveland,org 1AFAPPIN,RPT July 8, 2008 I 08-1214 C County of Jefferson Brown Dairy Name: Type: County of Jefferson County Organization Address: County of Jefferson PO Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 Phone Numbers: Phone - work General Info (360) 385-9160 (360) 385-9100 Name: Ms. Sarah Thirtyacre Grants Manager Business Address: 1111 Washington St SE Olympia, WA 98504-0917 Phone Number: Fax - work Phone - work (360) 902-3026 (360) 902-0243 Internet Address: sarah. thirtyacre@rco.wa.gov 1AFAPPIN,RPT Applicant Information 08-1214 C WWRP - Farmland Preservation Organization Information Billing Address: Jefferson County of PO Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 Internet Address: Applicant Contact Information Contact Type: Project Manager Second Address: PO Box 40917 July 8, 2008 08-1214 C County of Jefferson Brown Dairy Name: Type: County of Jefferson County Organization Address: County of Jefferson PO Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 Phone Numbers: Phone - work General Info (360) 385-9160 (360) 385-9100 Name: Ms. Tami Pokorny Natural Resources Specialist Business Address: 615 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA Phone Number: Cellular Fax - work Phone - work 98368 (360) 316-9870 (360) 385-9401 (360) 379-4498 Internet Address: tpokorny@co.jefferson.wa.us 1AFAPPIN,RPT I Applicant Inforrpation 08-1'214 C WWRP - Farmland Preservation Organization I~fotation Billing Address: Jefferson County of PO Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 Internet Address: i Applicant Contact Inf~rmation July 8, 2008 Contact Type: Alt Project Contact Second Address: ,WA 08-1214 C Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program Farmland Preservation Account Application Project Summary TITLE: Brown Dairy NUMBER: 08-1214C (Combined) STATUS: Application Complete APPLICANT: County of Jefferson CONTACT: Sarah Spaeth (360) 379-9501 Ext 102 . COSTS: SPONSOR MATCH: ReO $395,290 50 % Cash Donations $25,000 Local $395,290 50 % Conservation Futures $20,290 - $350,000 Total $790,580 100 % Grant - Federal DESCRIPTION: Jefferson County and Jefferson Land Trust are applying for grant funds to purchase a conservation easement on the 50 acre Brown Dairy, located at the Chimacum crossroads. The Brown Dairy is a critically important signature farm in the fertile Center Valley, located adjacent to Glendale Farm. The Brown Dairy has been a working farm since the 1850's and has a long history of dairy production. The milking facility has been idle for four years after several losses in the family, and a portion of the farm has already been sold off. This area is agriculturally zoned, though proximity to the commercial Chimacum intersection is a potential future threat from commercial and residential creep. Local organizations have been negotiating with the landowners for long term preservation of this highly visible, cornerstone property. Jefferson Land Trust is negotiating an option agreement to purchase the property, and is working with the local Mt. Townsend Creamery for eventual purchase after an easement has reduced the market value of the property. The creamery produces regionally recognized cheeses and is interested in operating its own milking facility and milking herd. The Brown Dairy includes three platted parcels, the historic farmhouse, barns and milking facility, nearly 45 acres of prime pastureland and approximately 2000 ft of mainstem Chimacum Creek running through the property. Protection of this historically significant farm will add to the viability of Chimacum crossroads as a hub of our local agriculture community. LOCATION INFORMATION: In Jefferson County, located at the Chimacum crossroads. COUNTY: Jefferson SCOPE (ELEMENTS): Allowable land costs PERMITS ANTICIPATED: None - No permits Required ANTICIPATED ACREAGE: Incidentals ACREAGE TYPE Riparian lands Uplands Acres To Acq 2.00 48.00 I DATE PRINTED: Acres To Dev 2.00 Acres To Renov Total 2.00 48.00 LAST UPDATED: July 3, 2008 July 8, 2008 1APSUM1,RPT Brown Dairy Cost Estimates By Property County of Jefferson 08-1214 C Brown Dairy WWRP - Farmland Preservation I Worksite: #1, BroJn Dairy I I I pr.~ perty Grantor: Jefferson Land Trust e>-1nershiP Instrument: Easement Purchase Type: Less than fee ownership Te+n Length: Perpetuity EX~iration Date: N/A I Acquisition Cost Estimate for Brown Dairy Property I Allowable land costs Detailed Property Information Property Name: Brown Dairy Acreage to be Purchased: ~O.OO Date to be Acquired: 12/1/2009 Value Determination: Estimate of Value Easement - conservation Sub-Total Incidentals Appraisal and review Baseline inventory . Hazardous substances assess Title reports/insurance Recording fees Survey - boundary Cultural Resources Closing Sub-Total $700,000.00 $700,000.00 $20,000.00 $10,000.00 $5,000.00 $2,500.00 $100.00 $7,000.00 $3,000.00 $2,000.00 ~ $49,600.00 $749,600.00 1AFCOSTD.RPT July 8, 2008 Page: 1 Cost Estimates By Property County of Jefferson Brown Dairy 08-1214 C WWRP - Farmland Preservation 1AFCOSTD.RPT July 8, 2008 Page: 2 I I I i Acquisition Cost Esti~ate Summary County of Jefferson Brown Dairy 08-1214 C WWRP - Farmland Preservation Summary Property Information Worksite Name #1, Brown Dairy Total Property Name Brown Dairy Acres to Cost be Acq Estimate Acq Date Value Determination Purchase Type 50,00 50.00 I $787,08 .00 12101/2009Estimate of Value $787,08 .00 less than fee ownership Summary Cost Information for all Properties Allowable land costs Easement - conservation Sub-Total Incidentals Appraisal and review Baseline inventory Closing Cultural Resources Hazardous substances assess Recording fees Survey - boundary Title reports/insurance Sub-Total $700, 00.00 $700,000.00 $20, 00.00 $10, 0.00 $2, 0.00 $3, 00.00 $5, 00.00 $ 00,00 $7,pOO.OO $2.pOO.00 $49,600.00 Property Totals Administrative costs $749,600.00 $37,480.00 Total Acquisition Cost Estimate $787,080.00 1AFCOSTS,RPT I I I I I July 8, 2001 I 08-1214 C ;; Development/Restoration Cost Estimate Summary County of Jefferson Brown Dairy 08-1214 C WWRP - Farmland Preservation Element/Item Unit Quantity Unit Total Description Cost Cost Needed Descriptio? Worksite #1, Brown Dairy Riparian Habitat Riparian plant installation Sq ft 30,000,00 $0,12 $3,500,00 Describe Riparian planting and maintenance in 10 - 15 buffer. Project Tax Amount Project A&E Amount Project Total Costs $0.00 $0,00 $3,500.00 1AFCOSTN,RPT July 8, 2008 08-1214 C County of Jefferson Brown Dairy Full Questionnaire and permit Report I i I '. 08-1214 C WWRP - Farmland Preservation Proiect Questionnaire i 1 of 8 Who will be responsible for administration, desig ., and/or implementation of this project (i.e. in-house staff, paid consultants, contractors, vol teers, other agency staff, etc.)? Explain. It is anticipated that Jefferson County Will enter i to a formal contractual relationship with Jefferson Land Trust, for administrationi, project esign, implementation and acquisition of the conservation easement., and County and Land T ust staff will work closely together on all elements of the project. The Land Trust and Jeff rson County were successful partners in the proposal for the Glendale Farm project The Lan Trust will co-hold the conservation easement with Jefferson County. 2 of 8 Does this application contain state, federal or oth r grants as part of the "sponsor match"? f 'yes, " name the grant(s) and date grant will be a ai/able. Federal Farm and Ranchland Protection Funds ~re listed as potential match for this request. The Land Trust will apply will apply for Federal Fynds in Spring of 2009 or as soon as there is another FFRP another grant cycle. Community s~pport may also be available for matching funds. i ' 3 of 8 Does this application contain elements required ffr mitigation? If yes, explain: ~ ' 1 4 of 8 LOCAL AGENCIES ONL Y: Does the sponsor's s~are involve bonds or Local Improvement District(s) (LIDs)? If yes, give date bonds or LID 'fill be available and explain the scope of the bond or LID. I No I I 5 of 8 Does this project include the purchase of conse,Jation easements? If yes, explain how site monitoring will be carried out. . '1 The Brown Dairy project includes purchase of a ~nservation easement on tlJe 50 acre property. The County will co-hold the conservation easeme . t with Jefferson Land Trust and the Land Trust will have responsibility for stewardship and onitoring of the easement. The Land Trust is the only local organization or agency that has a s wardship and monitoring program for . conservation easements, developed with the gui~ance of the Land Trust Alliance and utilized effectively for almost 20 years. The stewardship ~nd monitoring program includes annual monitoring to determine compliance with the terms of the easement, volunteer help with restoration and enhancement efforts. The Land iust Stewardship Director and trained community volunteers conduct monitoring and en ancement efforts. Staff, partner agencies and trained professionals provide guidance with r gard to best agricultural management practices, 6 of 8 Is this project a subsequent phase to a previousl funded RCFB project? If yes, please identify the earlier phase if known, : No. However, the Brown Dairy is located adjace* to Glendale Farm, a conservation easement project that was ranked number two in the 2007 !Cle of the State Farmland Preservation Program. 7 of 8 Are there known subsequent phases for which y; expect to seek future RCFB grant funding? Not at this time, though there is an additional 40 dcre parcel that may be available at a later date. 1 8 of 8 Has this acquisition project been submitted for retiew to the county or city with jurisdiction over the project area? If yes, explain (review date, wh{ch county or city official(s) reviewed the proposal, method of review, which jurisdiction, etq.): The project was presented to the Jefferson Coun~ Board of Commissioners on April 21, 2008 in a regularly scheduled public meeting. 1 Worksite #1 Brown Dairy Questionnaire fl 1 of 1 Has the worksite been investigated for /Jistorical, rcheological, or cultural significance? If yes, what were the findings? What affected tribes we consulted? Provide the daters). . I 1AFAPPQURPT July 8,2008 1 08-1214 C Full Questionnaire and Permit Report County of Jefferson Brown Dairy 08-1214 C WWRP - Farmland Preservation The Brown Dairy has not yet been investigated for archeological or cultural significance, The Jefferson County Historical Society has quite a lot of information on,the history of the Chimacum Crossroads area. Brown Dairy ProDertv Questionnaire 1 of 8 What is the current use and zoning for the property? The Brown Dairy is currently in pastureland. The property is agriculturally zoned 1 residence per 20 acres, however, the property is currently platted into 3 separate tax parcels that can each be developed as residential units according to existing county regulations. The Brown Dairy may also be eligible for increased density through Planned Rural Residential Development provisions. 2 of 8 Has the applicant requested and/or received a "waiver of retroactivity" from the RCO for the property in question? If yes, what was the name of the property and the approval date or waiver number? No 3 of 8 Are there, or will there be, encumbrances that limit the proposed uses for the site (e,g.,' additional easements, convenants, lease back, life estate, sharecropping agreement, orother)? If yes, explain: No 4 of 8 Does the applicant hold an option agreement on the property? If yes, what date will it expire? Jefferson land Trust is negotiating the purchase of a 30 month option agreement for fee simple purchase of the Brown Dairy. As soon as the option agreement has been finalized, a before and after appraisal will be initiated that will provide the fee simple value of the property as well as the value after the conservation easement has been purchased. The option agreement timeframe is expected to begin sometime this spring and will extend into 2010. The conservation easement grant funding will help offset the purchase price and will ultimately help the conservation buyer be able to afford the property and continue its' agricultural uses. 5 of 8 Will this acquisition project cause the displacement of individuals, families, businesses, cr farms? If yes, explain: The current landowner is elderly and anticipates selling the farm within the next several years, either on the open market or in the interim to Jefferson Land Trust. As a result, the landowner anticipates moving away from the the property anyway, Ideally the conservation project will allow the historical dairy operation to get up and running again. 6 of 8 Will clean-up of hazardous materials be required? (See RCO Manual 3, Acquiring Land). A Phase I Environmental Assessment will be conducted to determine if clean-up of hazardous materials is required. 7 of 8 What agricultural activity (ies) currently occurs on the land? Will it continue? Currently the pastureland is being grazed by cattle owned by family members and is also leased to a local farmer for grazing by 50 head. If acquisition of the Brown Dairy and conservation easement are successful, there will be a dairy herd of up to 100 head grazing on the property and utilizing the milking facilities. 8 of 8 Are there structures (i.e. residences, shops, barns, etc.) on the property proposed for acquisition? If yes, what are your plans for those structures (i.e, demolition, relocation, auction, etc.)? The Brown Dairy farmsite includes the historic farmhouse built in the 1890's, a milking barn, shop, feed barn, two grain silos and other outbuildings, These structures have historic, scenic and community significance, and are an important component of the project and for the future agricultural operations of the dairy. Permits 1AFAPPQU.RPT July 8, 2008 08-1214 C County of Jefferson Brown Dairy None - No permits Required 1AFAPPQU.RPT ! Full Questionnaire and permit Report I ! 08-1214 C WWRP - Farmland Preservation , ----.~--~--_.---I---------~----~~-~--------_.._-_._-- July 8, 2008 08-1214 C County of Jefferson Brown Dairy Project Worksite Information 08-1214 C WWRP - Farmland Preservation Worksite #1, Brown Dairy Description: The Brown Dairy includes approximately 50 acres of productive agricultural soils, Chimacum Creek habitat and the historic farmsite and milking facility, Acquisition of the conservation easement will permanently protect the conservation values of the farm and support the agricultural viability of this key property. Current development potential would allow for at least 3 additional homesites. Current owners have already sold off a portion of the farm to meet family needs, Jefferson Land Trust has negotiated an option for purchase of the farm, with the intent to sell the property a conservation buyer, most likely thet Mt. Townsend Creamery, a local cheese manufacturer, with an easement in place, Funding for the conservation easement is a critical component of the purchase package for the Creamery. Driving Directions From the Hood Canal Bridge travel west on Highway 304 to the Port Townsend, State Route 19 turn off to the north, Travel north on State Route 19 to the Chimacum intersection. Go strait through the intersection and turn into the driveway just past Bill's Garage and Car Wash on the left, Address 9165 Rhody Drive. Geographic Areas: Cong District County ESU-Pink HUC 6th Field Lead Entity Region Leg District School District WAU WRIA 06 Jefferson Odd Year Pink Salmon CHIMACUM CREEK Hood Canal Coordinating Council 24 Chimacum (170203) Chimakum (17) Quilcene-Snow Property: Brown Dairy Property to be Acquired and Developed. Landowner Type: Local Property Grantor: Jefferson l.and Trust 1033 Lawrence Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368 Estimated Acreage: Type Acres to be Acq Acres to be Dev/RestorE Acres to be Renov Riparian lands Uplands 1AFSITE.RPT Totals: 2.00 48.00 50.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2.00 0.00 2.00 July 8, 2008 08-1214 C Consent Agenda JEFFERSON COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH 615 Sheridan Street. Port Townsend · Washington · 98368 www.jeffersoncountypublichealth.org JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AGENDA REQUEST TO: Board of County Commissioners Dennis Richards, County Administrator FROM: Neil Harrington, Water Quality Program Manager Tami Pokorny, Environmental Specialist II DATE: July 21, 2008 SUBJECT: Agenda Request: Resolution Authorizing Application for Funding Assistance to the Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program for the Preservation of Brown Dairy. STATEMENT OF ISSUE: On April 21, 2008 Jefferson County Water Quality Division and the Jefferson land Trust (Jl T) presented an informational workshop about the Brown Dairy Project and the Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (WWRP) farmland category (http://www.rco.wa.gov/rcfb/grants/farmland.htm). The primary focus of this grant program is to provide funds to preserve economically viable farmlands in Washington State and to enhance ecological functions on those lands. The Brown Dairy Project would acquire a conservation easement on this 50-acre farm south of Chimacum that would permanently reduce the development potential of the property. A preliminary application has been available for public review at the Commissioner's Office since April 24. No comments on the application have been received. Staff now requests that the BoCC consider the accompanying resolution, developed by the WWRP, to authorize submission of the final application for the Brown Dairy project for funding consideration by the Recreation and Conservation Office. ANAL YSIS/STRATEGIC GOALS: Staff was provided text for the Authorizing Resolution by the WWRP. The Resolution expresses a commitment to seek additional funds to complete the project and documents that an appropriate opportunity for public comment has been provided. COMMUNITY HEALTH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES MAIN: 360385-9400 FAX: 36().385-9401 PUBLIC HEALTH ALWAYS WORKING FOR A SAFER AND HEALTHIER COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH WATER QUALITY MAIN: 360385-9444 FAX: 36()'37~487 This resolution does not commit Jefferson County to sign the grant agreement with the RCO, or to necessarily pursue the project further, should the application be successful. If this application is successful, . a grant agreement with the RCO would be developed. . Water Quality Division would work with JLT to secure additional matching funds from the Federal Farm and Ranch Land Protection Program htto:/ /www.nrcs.usda.gov/oroQrams/frpp (FFRP) . Water Quality would work with granting organizations and JL T to finalize the conservation easement language to ensure that agency requirements are met and long-term stewardship is provided. . Once all of the requisite matching funds are secured, a professional services contract with JLT would likely be developed to enable JLT to carry out the acquisition process and hire necessary subcontractors. The total acquisition and restoration costs of Brown Dairy are estimated to be $790,580. The WWRP will be requested to provide $395,290 of this amount. FISCAL IMPACT: The Jefferson Land Trust has completed the application to the WWRP for funding for the Brown Dairy Project. The costs to the County for applying to the WWRP are minimal. RECOMMENDATION: The final deadline for all application materials to be submitted to the WWRP is July 25. Staff recommends that the BoCC approve the Authorizing Resolution in the interest of preserving Brown Dairy and the rural character of Jefferson County. REVIEWED BY: ~~~ Dennis Richards, County Administrator 7 /~/()r Date! I COMMUNITY HEALTH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES MAIN: 360385-9400 FAX: 36().385-9401 PUBLIC HEALTH ALWAYS WORKING FOR A SAFER AND HEALTHIER COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH WATER QUALITY MAIN: 360385-9444 FAX: 36()'379-4487