HomeMy WebLinkAboutLicense App Notice _ NOTICE OF MARIJUANA LICENSE APPLICATION
WASHINGTON STATE LIQUOR CONTROL BOARD
RETURN TO: License Division
3000 Pacific, PO Box 43075
Olympia, WA 98504-3075
Customer Service: ( 360 ) 664-1600
Fax: ( 360 ) 753-2710
Website: www. liq.wa.gov
DATE: 11/25/13
TO: KITTITAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
RE: NEW APPLICATION
UBI: 602-932-545-002-0001
License: 412043 - County: 19
Tradename: HYDRO LIGHT
Loc Addr: 340 POWERLINE RD, SUITE A
CLE ELUM, WA 98922-8384
Mail Addr: 340 POWERLINE RD
CLE ELUM, WA 98922-8384
Phone No. : 509-607-4030 CLIFFORD H HUGHES i � " 9j
Privileges Applied For: C
MARIJUANA PRODUCER TIER 3 J O
MARIJUANA PROCESSOR
As required by ROW 69.50.331 (7) the Liquor Control Board is notifying you that the
above has applied for a marijuana license. You have 20 days from the date of this
notice to give your input on this application. If we do not receive this notice back
within 20 days, we will assume you have no objection to the issueance of this license.
If you need additional time to respond you must submit a written request for an
extension of up to 20 days, with the reason(s) you need more time. If you need
information on the SSN, contact our Marijuana CHRI Desk at (360) 664-1772.
YES NO
1 . Do you approve of applicant? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FI
2. Do you approve of location? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3. If you disapprove and the Board contemplates issuing a license, do
you wish to request an adjuducative hearing before final action is taken ❑ ❑
(See WAC 314-55-160 for information about this process)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. If you disapprove, per ROW 69.50.331 (7)(c) you MUST attach a letter
to the Board detailing the reason(s) for the objection and a statement
of all the facts on which your objection(s) are based.
DATE SIGNATURE OF MAYOR, CITY MANAGER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LIBRIMSIC092057 OR DESIGNEE
Julie Kjorsvik
From: Dave Duncan and Sons <duncan@elltel.net>
Sent: Thursday, December 05, 2013 11:07 AM
To: Julie Kjorsvik; Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: I-502 meeting
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on 1-502. My name is Clint Duncan and along with my brothers John and Brad
Duncan we own High Valley Ranch at 4630 Weaver Rd. We moved into Kittitas County and bought High Valley Ranch
over thirty years ago. We own thirteen separate parcels of land on Weaver Rd. We recently learned that Solstice is
planning three, three tier Marijuana growing operations on ten acres that is adjacent to our property. The address on the
Solstice application is 4930 Weaver Rd.
Weaver Road is not an appropriate area to grow Marijuana. As tax payers and citizens of Kittitas County we feel it is the
commissioner's duty to protect our quality of life, property values and safety.
There is no question that a marijuana growing operation on Weaver Road would have an extremely negative affect on
property values. We are like most folks in Kittitas valley in that our homes and property are our single biggest investment.
I think it is safe to characterize Weaver Rd as a premium Rural/Residential west side location with premium property
values. This is not an appropriate place for a growing operation. The only appropriate place for a marijuana growing
operation would be in an area where the growing operation does not have a negative affect on neighboring property
values.
Safety is another big concern. These growing operations attract gangs and organized crime. There are SEPA reviews that
back this up. We have school aged children and there are many other families with children on Weaver Rd. The present
laws indicate that it is illegal to have a marijuana growing operation within 1 000f of a School or public transit center. This
should also include school bus stops and any homes where children are present.
Presently Kittitas County is a great place to live, raise our kids and we are proud to live here. We hope that you consider
the negative impacts that 502 will have on our community and on our quality of life. When I think of an appropriate place
to grow Marijuana I think of remote areas like the Columbia basin or areas with large parcels of land and no families close
by. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this urgent matter. Clint Duncan
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Julie Kjorsvik l
From: Katia Merkel <kecmerkel@excite.com>
Sent: Thursday, December 05, 2013 12:27 PM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: Pot growing operation locations
Hi,
I live in the area near where at least 2 of the pot growers applications come from. I actually don't have qualms
about legal pot growing and feel that a commercially regulated business is far preferable to illegal operations
that trash our public lands, but I am concerned with an agricultural product being grown with well water.
I believe that any agricultural business should be confined to one of the irrigation districts. I would be just as
concerned if a neighbor wanted to grow grapes or apples commercially on their land. Please consider where the
water will be coming from when you consider where these grow operations can be located.
Thanks,
Katia Merkel
2141 White Road
Cle Elum
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Debbie Myers
From: Bart Ramsay[georgewashingtonhemp@gmail.com]
Sent: Thursday, December 05, 2013 2:21 PM
To: Debbie Myers
Subject: Public comment regarding marijuanna growing and processing in Kittitas County
Honorable Commissioners, Clerk of the County Commission
My name is Paul Ramsay. My address is 11005 Reecer Creek Road, Ellensburg, WA 98926
I write the Commission to comment on marijuana growth and processing in Kittitas County.
The commission should allow the cultivation and processing of cannabis and hemp on lands zoned for
agricultural use. The county should not adopt policies that restrict cannabis cultivation, and processing beyond
the regulations set forth and adopted by the Washington State Liquor Control Board and the Washington State
Legislature. The WSLC and the Legislature have sufficiently regulated cannabis cultivation and processing on
agricultural zoned lands.
The county should consider legislation and policies regarding cultivation and processing on non-agricultural
zoned lands, such as former municipalities and other densely populated County jurisdictions. Moreover, the
Commission should carefully consider policies and legislation regarding cannabis retail in such populated
jurisdictions. Cultivation and processing should not be allowed, but retail should be allowed in County
population and business centers.
Cannabis is now a crop that is recognized by the State of Washington, which is regulating it's use. Kittitas
County should refrain from adopting policies or legislation that restricts cultivation and processing on
agricultural lands, and should follow the lead of the WSLCB when restricting cannabis retail sales in County
regulated population centers.
Thank you for your considerations,
Paul R. Ramsay
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NOTICE OF MARIJUANA LICENSE APPLICATION
WASHINGTON STATE LIQUOR CONTROL BOARD
RETURN TO: License Division
3000 Pacific, PO Box 43075
Olympia, WA 98504-3075
Customer Service: (360 ) 664-1600
Fax: (360 ) 753-2710
Website: www.liq.wa.gov
DATE: 12/02/13
TO: KITTITAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
RE: NEW APPLICATION
UBI: 603-132-711-001-0003
License: 412051 - County: 19 APPLICANTS:
Tradename: SOLSTICE
Loc Addr: 4930 WEAVER RD SOLSTICE GROUP, INC.
ELLENSBURG, WA 98926-7883
COOLEY, ALEX
Mail Addr: PO BOX 94523 1985-04-07
SEATTLE, WA 98124-6823 DENMAN, WILLIAM
1989-04-20
Phone No. : 206-557-4700 WILLIAM DENMAN MILLER, PETER
1989-03-16
Privileges Applied For:
MARIJUANA PRODUCER TIER 3As required by RCW 69.50.331(7) the Liquor Control Board is notifying you that the
above has applied for a marijuana license. You have 20 days from the date of this
notice to give your input on this application. If we do not receive this notiQe back
within 20 days, we will assume you have no objection to the issueance of this license.
If you need additional time to respond you must submit a written request for an
extension of up to 20 days, with the reason(s) you need more time. If you need
information on the SSN, contact our Marijuana CHRI Desk at (360) 664-1772.
YES NO
1 . Do you approve of applicant? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. Do you approve of location? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3. If you disapprove and the Board contemplates issuing a license, do
you wish to request an adjuducative hearing before final action is taken
F1 ❑
(See WAC 314-55-160 for information about this process)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. If you disapprove, per RCW 69.50.331 (7) (c) you MUST attach a letter
to the Board detailing the reason(s) for the objection and a statement
of all the facts on which your objection(s) are based.
DATE SIGNATURE OF MAYOR, CITY MANAGER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LIBRIMS/C092057 OR DESIGNEE
NOTICE OF MARIJUANA LICENSE APPLICATION
WASHINGTON STATE LIQUOR CONTROL BOARD
License Division
3000 Pacific, PO Box 43075
Olympia, WA 98504-3075
Customer Service: (360 ) 664-1600
Fax: ( 360 ) 753-2710
Website: www.liq.wa.gov
DATE: 12103/13
TO: KITTITAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
RE: NEW APPLICATION
UBI: 603-146-231-001-0001
License: 412211 — County: 19 APPLICANTS:
Tradename: BREEDEN FARMS
Address: 2231 THORP CEMETERY RD BREEDEN, RYAN DANIEL
THORP, WA 98946-9532 1972-03-31
BREEDEN, KARI LEA
(Spouse) 1973-12-22
Phone No. : 509-899-0671 RYAN BREEDEN
Privileges Applied For:
MARIJUANA PRODUCER TIER 3 ` r'
As required by RCW 69.50.331 (7) the Liquor Control Board is notifying you that the
above has applied for a marijuana license. You have 20 days from the date of this
notice to give your input on this application. If we do not receive this notice back
within 20 days, we will assume you have no objection to the issueance of this license.
If you need additional time to respond you must submit a written request for an
extension of up to 20 days, with the reason(s) you need more time. If you need
information on the SSN, contact our Marijuana CHRI Desk at (360) 664-1772.
YES NO
1 . Do you approve of applicant? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F1 1-1
2. Do you approve of location? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3. If you disapprove and the Board contemplates issuing a license, do
you wish to request an adjuducative hearing before final action is taken ❑ ❑
(See WAC 314-55-160 for information about this process)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. If you disapprove, per RCW 69.50.331(7)(c) you MUST attach a letter
to the Board detailing the reason(s) for the objection and a statement
of all the facts on which your objection(s) are based.
DATE SIGNATURE OF MAYOR, CITY MANAGER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LIBRIMSIC092057 OR DESIGNEE
NOTICE OF MARIJUANA LICENSE APPLICATION
WASHINGTON STATE LIQUOR CONTROL BOARD
RETURN TO: License Division
3000 Pacific, PO Box 43075
Olympia, WA 98504-3075
Customer Service: (360 ) 664-1600
Fax: ( 360 ) 753-2710
Website: www.liq.wa.gov
DATE: 12/03/13
TO: KITTITAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
RE: NEW APPLICATION
UBI: 603-132-711-001-0004
License: 412052 — County: 19 APPLICANTS:
Tradename: SOLSTICE
Loc Addr: 4930 WEAVER RD STE B SOLSTICE GROUP, INC.
ELLENSBURG, WA 98926-7883
COOLEY, ALEX
Mail Addr: PO BOX 94523 1985-04-07
SEATTLE, WA 98124-6823 DENMAN, WILLIAM
1989-04-20
Phone No. : 206-557-4700 WILLIAM DENMAN MILLER, PETER
1989-03-16
Privileges Applied For:
MARIJUANA PRODUCER TIER 3
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As required by RCW 69.50.331 (7) the Liquor Control Board is notifying you that the
above has applied for a marijuana license. You have 20 days from the date of this
notice to give your input on this application. If we do not receive this notice back
within 20 days, we will assume you have no objection to the issueance of this license.
If you need additional time to respond you must submit a written request for an
extension of up to 20 days, with the reason(s) you need more time. If you need
information on the SSN, contact our Marijuana CHRI Desk at (360) 664-1772.
YES NO
1 . Do you approve of applicant? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 0
2. Do you approve of location? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3. If you disapprove and the Board contemplates issuing a license, do
you wish to request an adjuducative hearing before final action is taken
F-1 F1(See WAC 314-55-160 for information about this process)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. If you disapprove, per RCW 69.50.331(7)(c) you MUST attach a letter
to the Board detailing the reason(s) for the objection and a statement
of all the facts on which your objection(s) are based.
DATE SIGNATURE OF MAYOR, CITY MANAGER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LIBAIMS/C092057 OR DESIGNEE
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NOTICE OF MARIJUANA LICENSE APPLICATION
WASHINGTON STATE LIQUOR CONTROL BOARD
RETURN TO: License Division
3000 Pacific, PO Box 43075
Olympia, WA 98504-3075
Customer Service: (360 ) 664-1600
Fax: (360 ) 753-2710
Website: www.liq.wa.gov
DATE: 12/03/13
TO: KITTITAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
RE: NEW APPLICATION
UBI: 603-132-711-001-0005
License: 412055 — County: 19 APPLICANTS:
Tradename: SOLSTICE
Loc Addr: 4930 WEAVER RD STE C SOLSTICE GROUP, INC.
ELLENSBURG, WA 98926-7883
COOLEY, ALEX
Mail Addr: PO BOX 94523 1985-04-07
SEATTLE, WA 98124-6823 DENMAN, WILLIAM
1989-04-20
Phone No. : 206-557-4700 WILLIAM DENMAN MILLER, PETER
1989-03-16
Privileges Applied For: /
MARIJUANA PRODUCER TIER 3
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As required by RCW 69.50.331 (7) the Liquor Control Board is notifying you that the
above has applied for a marijuana license. You have 20 days from the date of this
notice to give your input on this application. If we do not receive this notice back
within 20 days, we will assume you have no objection to the issueance of this license.
If you need additional time to respond you must submit a written request for an
extension of up to 20 days, with the reason(s) you need more time. If you need
information on the SSN, contact our Marijuana CHRI Desk at (360) 664-1772.
YES NO
1 . Do you approve of applicant? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FI F1
2. Do you approve of location? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F1
3. If you disapprove and the Board contemplates issuing a license, do
you wish to request an adjuducative hearing before final action is taken
F1 ❑
(See WAC 314-55-160 for information about this process)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. If you disapprove, per RCW 69.50.331 (7) (c) you MUST attach a letter
to the Board detailing the reason(s) for the objection and a statement
of all the facts on which your objection(s) are based.
DATE SIGNATURE OF MAYOR, CITY MANAGER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LIBRIFASIC092057 OR DESIGNEE
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NOTICE OF MARIJUANA LICENSE APPLICATION
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WASHINGTON STATE LIQUOR CONTROL BOARD
RETURN TO: License Division
3000 Pacific, PO Box 43075
Olympia, WA 98504-3075
Customer Service: (360 ) 664-1600
Fax: (360 ) 753-2710
Website: www.liq.wa.gov
DATE: 12/02/13
TO: KITTITAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
RE: NEW APPLICATION
UBI : 603-132-711-001-0003
License: 412051 — County: 19 APPLICANTS:
Traderame: SOLSTICE
Loc Addr: 4930 WEAVER RD SOLSTICE GROUP, INC.
ELLENSBURG, WA 98926-7883
COOLEY, ALEX
Mail Addr: PO BOX 94523 1985-04-07
SEATTLE, WA 98124-6823 DENMAN, WILLIAM
1989-04-20
Phone No. : 206-557-4700 WILLIAM DENMAN MILLER, PETER
1989-03-16
Privileges Applied For:
MARIJUANA PRODUCER TIER 3
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As required by RCW 69.50.331 (7) the Liquor Control Board is notifying you that the
above has applied for a marijuana license. You have 20 days from the date of this
notice to give your input on this application. If we do not receive this notige back
within 20 days, we will assume you have no objection to the issueance of this license.
If you need additional time to respond you must submit a written request for an
extension of up to 20 days, with the reason(s) you need more time. If you need
information on the SSN, contact our Marijuana CHRI Desk at (360) 664-1772.
YES NO
1 . Do you approve of applicant? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FI F1
2. Do you approve of location? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3. If you disapprove and the Board contemplates issuing a license, do
you wish to request an adjuducative hearing before final action is taken ❑
(See WAC 314-55-160 for information about this process)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. If you disapprove, per RCW 69.50.331 (7) (c) you MUST attach a letter
to the Board detailing the reason(s) for the objection and a statement
of all the facts on which your objection(s) are based.
DATE SIGNATURE OF MAYOR, CITY MANAGER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LIBRIMS/C092057 OR DESIGNEE
GENE DANA, SHERIFF
KITTITAS COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
307 W. Umptanum Rd Ellensburg, WA 98926
ti (509) 962-7525 • (509) 674-2584
FAX (509) 962-7599
December 12, 2013
Board of County Commissioners
Kittitas County Courthouse
205 West 5th, Suite 108
Ellensburg, WA 98926
Dear Board of County Commissioners:
The Kittitas County Sheriff's Office has looked into your request for information of any "chronic
illegal activity" per WAC 314-55-050, Reasons the board may seek denial,suspension, or
cancellation of a marijuana license application or license.
and/or,
RCW 69.50.331,Application for license,specifically subsection: (9)In determining whether to
grant or deny a license or renewal of any license, the state liquor control board shall give
substantial weight to objections from an incorporated city or town or county legislative authority
based upon chronic illegal activity associated with the applicant's operations of the premises
proposed to be licensed or the applicant's operation of any other licensed premises, or the
conduct of the applicant's patrons inside or outside the licensed premises. "Chronic illegal
activity"means (a) a pervasive pattern of activity that threatens the public health,safety, and
welfare of the city, town, or county including, but not limited to, open container violations,
assaults, disturbances, disorderly conduct, or other criminal law violations, or as documented in
crime statistics, police reports, emergency medical response data, calls for service,field data, or
similar records of a law enforcement agency for the city, town, county, or any other municipal
corporation or any state agency, or(b) an unreasonably high number of citations for violations
of RCW 46.61.502 associated with the applicant's or licensee's operation of any licensed
premises as indicated by the reported statements given to law enforcement upon arrest.
The Sheriff's Office does not have information of any illegal activity at the below address or
illegal activity of any named applicant(s) reference the marijuana license application:
License: 412051 Applicant name(s): Solstice Group Inc.
Trade name: Solstice Alex Cooley
Address: 4930 Weaver Rd William Denman
Ellensburg, WA 98926 Peter Miller
Sincerely,
Gene Dana,
Sheriff
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Kiie Kjorsvik
From: Rickie Brown <eburgbratt@hotmail.com> j
Sent: Sunday, December 08, 2013 6:02 PM , I To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: license application @ 221 Cattail Rd., pot grow
To whom it concerns
, I am the
resident located at 221 Cattail rd. this opperation is within 55 feet of my home and property line that
separates my property (house) from grow opperation . I have concerns of my health safety and safety of my
neighbors. If the wind is to blow I will be subject to the stink of this crop and the direct traffic as a result of the
business they are carring out. The lighting, the property value that will decrease to nothing . The smell that I
have to endure every time I walk out my door ,the invasion of my privacy as to guards , surveillance,and
traffic at all hours of the night . The thieves that comes with drugs of any kind. The corner of cattail rd and
howard has been a school bus stop for all of the 17 years i have been here, and all along Howard rd. bus stops
for the children that reside in this neighborhood. One child resides less than 500 ft. from the other bordering
property line off howard. I feel that you are putting myself and neighbors most of whom are elderly and or
disabled due to health problems at risk of injury,to property self ect. Furthermore the person applying for the
licence is not the property owner at this time and the sale of this property is pending (121 Cattail rd. ) John L
scott reality. this tells me your applicant has lied on his application and this is only the beginning of the trail of
lies to come. I have grand daughters who won't be able to see their grandmother due to drugs next door. Let
me ask would you live like this ? I look forward to being present at your meeting. December
12,2013.
Rickie L. Brown
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NOTICE OF MARIJUANA LICENSE APPLICATION
WASHINGTON STATE LIQUOR CONTROL BOARD
License Division
3000 Pacific, PO Box 43075
Olympia, WA 98504-3075
Customer Service: ( 360 ) 664-1600
Fax: (360 ) 753-2710
Website: www.liq.wa.gov
DATE: 12/03/13
TO: KITTITAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
RE: NEW APPLICATION
UBI : 603-146-231-001-0001
License: 412211 - County: 19 APPLICANTS:
Tradename: BREEDEN FARMS
Address: 2231 THORP CEMETERY RD BREEDEN, RYAN DANIEL
THORP, WA 98946-9532 1972-03-31
BREEDEN, KARI LEA
(Spouse) 1973-12-22
Phone No. : 509-899-0671 RYAN BREEDEN =:•.<•::_
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Privileges Applied For:
MARIJUANA PRODUCER TIER 3 �fs
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As required by RCW 69.50.331(7) the Liquor Control Board is notifying you that the
above has applied for a marijuana license. You have 20 days from the date of this
notice to give your input on this application. If we do not receive this notice back
within 20 days, we will assume you have no objection to the issueance of this license.
If you need additional time to respond you must submit a written request for an
extension of up to 20 days, with the reason(s) you need more time. If you need
information on the SSN, contact our Marijuana CHRI Desk at (360) 664-1772.
YES NO
1 . Do you approve of applicant? . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . a
2. Do you approve of location? . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3. If you disapprove and the Board contemplates issuing a license, do
you wish to request an adjuducative hearing before final action is taken
(See WAC 314-55-160 for information about this process)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-1 a
4. If you disapprove, per RCW 69.50.331(7)(c) you MUST attach a letter
to the Board detailing the reason(s) for the objection and a statement
of all the facts on which your objection(s) are based.
DATE SIGNATURE OF MAYOR, CITY MANAGER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LIBRIMS/0092057 OR DESIGNEE
GENE DANA, SHERIFF
KITTITAS COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
,~ 307 W. Umptanum Rd • Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 962-7525 • (509) 674-2584
FAX (509) 962-7599
December 12, 2013
Board of County Commissioners
Kittitas County Courthouse
205 West 5th, Suite 108
Ellensburg, WA 98926
Dear Board of County Commissioners:
The Kittitas County Sheriff's Office has looked into your request for information of any"chronic
illegal activity" per WAC 314-55-050, Reasons the board may seek denial, suspension, or
cancellation of a marijuana license application or license.
and/or,
RCW 69.50.331, Application for license, specifically subsection: (9)In determining whether to
grant or deny a license or renewal of any license, the state liquor control board shall give
substantial weight to objections from an incorporated city or town or county legislative authority
based upon chronic illegal activity associated with the applicant's operations of the premises
proposed to be licensed or the applicant's operation of any other licensed premises, or the
conduct of the applicant's patrons inside or outside the licensed premises. "Chronic illegal
activity"means (a)a pervasive pattern of activity that threatens the public health, safety, and
welfare of the city, town, or county including, but not limited to, open container violations,
assaults, disturbances, disorderly conduct, or other criminal law violations, or as documented in
crime statistics, police reports, emergency medical response data, calls for service,field data, or
similar records of a law enforcement agency for the city, town, county, or any other municipal
corporation or any state agency, or(b) an unreasonably high number of citations for violations
of RCW 46.61.502 associated with the applicant's or licensee's operation of any licensed
premises as indicated by the reported statements given to law enforcement upon arrest.
The Sheriff's Office does not have information of any illegal activity at the below address or
illegal activity of any named applicant(s) reference the marijuana license application:
License: 412211 Applicant name(s): Ryan Breeden
Trade name: Breeden Farms Kari Breeden
Address: 2231 Thorp Cemetery Rd
Thorp, WA 98946
Sincerely,
Gene Dana,
Sheriff
Opposition to pot farm
I was surprised and so were many others I have talked with about the growing of pot in our valley.
This is a big decision and should be carefully considered of the consequences of letting big money
control the future of the land that we so dearly love. I understand that it is legal statewide to use
pot,but our commissioners, who are our representatives , can restrict the growing of it.
I was also surprised that there was a quiet meeting that was apparently attended by selected people to
favor such a proposal. Once such a crop is started big money can dictate its escalation. Do we want
our valley to become known as an easy place to become a farm for pot as it is in Mexico?
One of the proposed location of such a farm with its processing plant would have cyclone fencing. 24
hour growing lights, and armed guards.This site is across the street from my mail box on Weaver Rd Is
this the type of business we want in what is mostly a residential neighborhood ?
Richard Fischer
Ellensburg,WA
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RECEIVED
DEC 1 : 2013
Honorable Kittitas County Commissioners KITTITr AS St�?.nd OF 3rd
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December 9, 2013
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Dear Sirs:
I had the privilege of attending your recent(Dec. 51h) hearing regarding the crafting
of county code for marijuana grow operations in Kittitas County. As a resident of
this county and living in a rural neighborhood,I am particularly interested in this
issue. In the Weaver Road neighborhood,where I live,most homes are on parcels
that are zoned Ag 20,ranging in size from 3 to 20+ acres.This is truly a residential
neighborhood; the families that live here have children and are here because of the
rural character. My concern stems from the fact that there are lots available for sale
in the neighborhood,zoned Ag 20 with KRD water that will be targeted by
mArijuana growers. Given the type of crop and the federal and state regulations that
would apply there is no question they would have an adverse impact on the safety,
rural character and property values of the neighborhood.
I would like to see the county take a stand on the medical marijuana industry before
it becomes established in the county. I believe that the Kittitas County Council
should impose an indefinite moratorium on the siting and permitting of all levels of
these businesses until appropriate zoning at the county level can be crafted and
adopted. It is up to the county to consider population density,safety, crime,
neighborhood sentiment,traffic,sight distances,set backs from school,etc. in a plan
that the community as a Whole can embrace. This is the right and responsibility of
county government no mAter what state and federal regulations are.
If,as the commissioners have considered,this industry is defined as"commerci'l
agriculture" and permits are issued on a conditional use basis,the processes
becomes subjective and open to persuasion. Without strict zoning and siting
criteria,a marijuana grow operation could be permitted in a location that,in the
future, is found to be inappropriate. If this should happen,permits would be
difficult and costly to revoke; furthermore,these cases would become precedent
setting in future siting.
If these operations are identified as a unique land use (marijuana grow), county
code could be crafted to address the specific requirements for siting. If zoning for
marijuana businesses were in place and the county developed a GIS overlay map,
clearly showing where these operations are permitted,it would greatly simplify the
process. Growers would know exactly where their operations were permitted,
existing neighborhoods would be protected and people interested in building new
homes could purchase land with a clear understanding of surrounding land use. In
essence this is what the county did for the wind energy industry.
Julie Kjorsvik �J
From: Obie OBrien
Sent: Tuesday, December 10, 2013 9:31 AM
To: Mollie Edson
Cc: Julie Kjorsvik; Doc Hansen
Subject: RE: marajuana
Hello Mollie,
Your comments are now part of the record of information that will be presented to the Kittitas County Board of
Commissioners and will be considered during any deliberations as part of the decision process. What must be said is that
the placement and location of Marijuana production, processing, and retail operations is solely the authority of the WA.
Liquor Control Board. A 1000 foot buffer has to exist from an applicant's address from a list of activities like schools, day
cares, areas where children can gather.
We as Commissioners are very limited in the choices we may have to address your concerns.The only legal option for us
is that if we have substantial evidence that an applicant or the location has a record of illegal activity we can object in a
letter to the LCB. Outside of sending a letter,we can only look at our zoning and land use ordinances to identify
activities that are compatible with rural character.
The Board of Commissioners is taking this seriously and holding study sessions with our planning and legal staff. The
public is welcome to attend and listen to the dialog as we look for those answers that will best serve the safety and
health concerns of our citizens.
Our next study session is scheduled for Thursday 2PM in the Kittitas County Courthouse, Commissioners Auditorium.
You are welcome to attend.
Sincerely,
Obie O'Brien
Kittitas County Commissioner
205 W. 5th Street; Suite 108
Ellensburg WA 98926
From: Mollie Edson [mailto:chaosmanor@elltel.net]
Sent: Tuesday, December 10, 2013 8:29 AM
To: Obie OBrien
Subject: marajuana
Dear Obie, Gary and Paul,
I want to weigh in on the marijuana discussion. Please, please, please, leave this one alone. The State of Washington is
giving us a gift.You can listen, and nod and reaffirm your disapproval all you want, but when it comes to a vote, let
marijuana be grown in this county. It's all the things we/you stand for. Its ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, billions for the
state and millions for the county. Its PROPERTY RIGHTS, let people, even the little guy, who has just 3 acres of land that
qualifies, let them grow. It's AGRICULTURE, pure and simple. Growing stuff, it's what we're good at. It's JOBS, I'd
venture to guess that most of the people who've applied for licenses are young people, let's give them a fair shot at
making a living here in the Kittitas Valley. It's ANTI-REGULATION, the state is placing massive restrictions on growing,
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processing and selling, why add another county layer? Most importantly, its LEGAL, this is probably the same discussion
that took place in the Napa Valley when they started growing grapes after Prohibition and look where they are now.
Step away from this and let the market ride. We need this and we need to send the signal to business/growers that they
will be left alone to do their job. How many times have we been told that the City Council, County Commissioners are to
blame for the lack economic growth in our region? It's not the commissioners or council peoples fault, it's just that
we've given too much credence to individual constituents and their private affairs and agendas. Look at the BIG picture,
Marijuana growing has the possibility of huge rewards for our state and our valley. It's not our place to judge it. If you
are concerned with morals, place our efforts in education. Truth be told, I'm not too sure how I feel about horse-racing
and gambling, but I wouldn't begrudge our farmers growing Timothy hay for Korean racehorses. It's just a crop.
We certainly don't need to be known as the pot smoking county, we can leave that distinction to King County. Let's just
grow it for them. Let's not be put in the position of taking Seattle's garbage, lets grow Seattle's pot. It's much more
productive and lucrative.
Sincerely,
Mollie Edson
206 355 3538
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From: Obie OBrien
Sent: Tuesday, December 10, 2013 9:33 AM
To: mike sharon
Cc: Julie Kjorsvik; Doc Hansen
Subject: RE: local option
Hello Mike,
Your comments are now part of the record of information that will be presented to the Kittitas County Board of
Commissioners and will be considered during any deliberations as part of the decision process. What must be
said is that the placement and location of Marijuana production, processing, and retail operations is solely the
authority of the WA. Liquor Control Board. A 1000 foot buffer has to exist from an applicant's address from a
list of activities like schools, day cares, areas where children can gather.
We as Commissioners are very limited in the choices we may have to address your concerns. The only legal
option for us is that if we have substantial evidence that an applicant or the location has a record of illegal
activity we can object in a letter to the LCB. Outside of sending a letter, we can only look at our zoning and
land use ordinances to identify activities that are compatible with rural character.
The Board of Commissioners is taking this seriously and holding study sessions with our planning and legal
staff. The public is welcome to attend and listen to the dialog as we look for those answers that will best serve
the safety and health concerns of our citizens.
Our next study session is scheduled for Thursday 2PM in the Kittitas County Courthouse, Commissioners
Auditorium. You are welcome to attend.
Sincerely,
Obie O'Brien
Kittitas County Commissioner
205 W. 5th Street; Suite 108
Ellensburg WA 98926
From: mike sharon [mailto:rcfarms@kvalley.com]
Sent: Tuesday, December 10, 2013 8:30 AM
To: Obie OBrien
Subject: local option
Dear Mr. O'Brien- Given the potential adverse impact of the marijuana initiative on local communities, and in
this case, Kittitas County, ( see Kevin Sabet's column in the December 8th Record) why aren't the
Commissioners looking into a 'local option'that would give communities the right to vote on the existence of
pot in local communities? I realize the state legislature must enact a statute empowering communities to do
so and it may be problematic due to the pot law being enacted via the initiative process- but isn't it worth
investigating? Currently, over 500 communities in the United States have elected to go dry- 83 of them in our
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neighbor to the north-Alaska. I believe the Commissioners owe it to the population they serve to investigate
the viability of enacting such a law on the state level. Regards, Mike Sharon
Nciice:All entail sent to this address will be received by the Kittitas County
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From: Trina <tlanegan@fairpoint.net>
Sent: Tuesday, December 10, 2013 7:06 AM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: marijuana growing in Kittitas County
Dear Commissioners,
Please make every effort possible to implement a moratorium on marijuana related business and growing operations in
Kittitas County.
My understanding is that our county does not have to fold under and make this kind of business allowable. Please
investigate and seek every possible legal outcome that will allow our county to remain free of drug businesses.
Sincerely,
Trina Lanegan
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From: Arla Dunlop <cadunlop@fairpoint.net>
Sent: Monday, December 09, 2013 9:03 PM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: County residents concern over marijuana related growing and processing businesses
To: The Kittitas County Commissioners
We reside at 4781 Cove Road, and have called this location home for the past 15 years. We moved to this rural and
residential area of the valley for the quality of life that is offered here. In the entire 15 years we have lived at our home
on Cove Road, we have never experienced any threats or violations to our personhood or property. We are concerned
that allowing any marijuana related business would jeopardize our security and quality of life as we know it in this valley.
Tall chain linked/barbed wire fences, security lights, armed guards, and the potential for increased criminal attraction is
not conducive to the family residences, farms, or ranches that surround the proposed site of the Solstice grow operation
on Weaver Road.
Our long-time farming neighbors who have dedicated themselves to successful agricultural and livestock businesses for
generations are especially at risk by the consequences this type of business creates. It certainly would be a shame if we
compromised the well being of any of these family owned business by increasing the potential of criminal trespassing
and deceased property values by allowing these controversial and risky businesses into our neighborhood. We support
the county placing a moratorium on any marijuana related businesses.
Thank you for considering our opinion and hearing our voice.
Sincerely,
Chris and Aria Dunlop and family
30 plus year Kittitas County Residents
(509) 962-3292
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From: Karen Jackson <karenscj@hotmail.com> 1
Sent: Monday, December 09, 2013 1:59 PM -i
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: Proposed Marijuana Site
Dear Commissioners,
I was devastated to read in the Daily Record about the proposed sites for the purpose of growing marijuana -
one of which is off of Weaver Road, less than a mile from our house. My husband I and left the west side to
have a better quality of life and to make a difference in the Kittitas County community.
I am a former teacher. It has been my dream to have an at-risk youth program using the horses on my
property. How can I possibly do this program with a pot growing operation growing so close to my home? My
husband works in the medical community. We both want to see people, young and old, living healthy
lifestyles. How can one lead by example with this negative influence?
It is my greatest hope that you will consider the impact on the people of this valley, especially our youth, and
not let this happen. It shouldn't be about money, but what's best for the people in this wonderful valley. It
will never be the same if you allow this. Please do the right thing here. Don't allow the pot growers to take
over this valley.
Karen Jackson
206-353-9061
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From: john.moorel@usbank.com �
Sent: Monday, December 09, 2013 2:31 PM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: Options related to the growth and processing of marijuana in Kittitas County
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Dear Commissioners,
As a concerned Kittitas County resident, I would like my opinion taken into consideration during the
deliberation process, as it relates to the growth and processing of marijuana in Kittitas County.
1. Every piece of property is different, no matter the size. Pretend that this the lot next door. Please
treat each situation independently and give the surrounding community a voice. I would like to see a
proposed land action use posted on each parcel along with time for both sides to be heard prior to a
decision being made. There is too much at stake to allow this into an area unchallenged.
2. Why take this on at this point. In the last meeting, Commissioner Jewel acknowledged that there
just are not any comparables out there. Rather that trying to stumble through
this, postponing this decision for as long a possible would create time for data to build, allowing us to
make a more educated decision. Rather that us being the guinea pig, we could learn from others
mistakes.
Sincerely,
Steve Moore
4901 Weaver Rd Ellensburg, WA 98926
509-607-2828 mbl
Steve Moore
Financial Advisor
USBancorp Investments, Inc.
USBancorp Insurance Services, LLC
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From: JoAnne Duncan <jduncan@eburg.wednet.edu> 1�—
Sent: Monday, December 09, 2013 6:29 AM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Cc: Jeff Watson
Subject: BAN ALL POT GROWING and PROCESSING
Importance: High
http://www.newsofmillcreek.com/content/mill-creek-city-council-moves-ban-mariivana-businesses
Hello,
My name is JoAnne Duncan. I have lived in Kittitas County for 24 years. I teach first grade at Mount Stuart Elementary
School. I am also on the Kittitas Early Learning Coalition, and a member of the Morning Rotary Club. Our family also runs
an Angus Cattle Ranch on Weaver Rd.
I am urging all leaders in our community to stand up for the majority of Kittitas County residents who voted against 602.
The measure did not pass in Kittitas County. Please place a complete ban on all marijuana growing, processing, and retail
businesses that are applying for licenses in Kittitas County. I have included a link to what the leaders of Mill Creek are
doing to protect their community. At this point there are too many unknowns, and WAY to much at stake to rush
forward. They are placing a complete ban on all marijuana activity!
I have found many examples of counties who are placing a moratorium or complete ban on the growing, processing, and
retail sales of marijuana. Yakima and all of the lower valley have moratoriums, Kent, Wenatchee, and Mill Creek just to
name a few also have bans or moratoriums.
I have been out talking to everyone I know about this and the reaction as been complete SHOCK,ANGER, FRUSTRATION,
SADNESS, people are FURIOUS.... etc. The point is people had no idea that our Leaders were looking at allowing large pot
growing and processing operations in our county, our backyards and our neighborhoods. People are ANGRY. I have not
come across one person who is in favor of allowing our county to become an experiment for growing and processing a
Federally illegal drug that brings along with it the negative impact of crime,violence, and will create a downward spiral
of our once vibrant and safe community.
Commissioners...PLEASE BAN ALL pot growing and processing operations within Kittitas County or seek state legislative
action to add a local option to allow the county to ban legal pot growing!M READ what the Leaders of Mill Creek are
doing to protect the integrity, safety,and well being of their vibrant community! This is URGENT!
Respectfully,
JoAnne Duncan
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From: Obie OBrien
Sent: Monday, December 09, 2013 10:53 AM
To: eburgbratt@hotmail.com
Cc: Julie Kjorsvik; Doc Hansen
Subject: reply to comments
Hello,
Your comments are now part of the record of information that will be presented to the Kittitas County Board
of Commissioners and will be considered during any deliberations as part of the decision process. What must
be said is that the placement and location of Marijuana production, processing, and retail operations is solely
the authority of the WA. Liquor Control Board. A 1000 foot buffer has to exist from an applicant's address
from a list of activities like schools, day cares, areas where children can gather. The law does not take into
account who lives next door.
We as Commissioners are very limited in the choices we may have to address your concerns. The only legal
option for us is that if we have substantial evidence that an applicant or the location has a record of illegal
activity we can object in a letter to the LCB. Outside of sending a letter, we can only look at our zoning and
land use ordinances to identify activities that are compatible with rural character. Specifically, I am concerned
that outdoor growing operations must have an eight (8) foot fence and video surveillance which may not be
compatible with rural character.
The Board of Commissioners is taking this seriously and holding study sessions with our planning and legal
staff. The public is welcome to attend and listen to the dialog as we look for those answers that will best serve
the safety and health concerns of our citizens.
Our next study session is scheduled for Thursday 213M in the Kittitas County Courthouse, Commissioners
Auditorium. You are welcome to attend.
Sincerely,
Obie O'Brien
Kittitas County Commissioner
205 W. 5th Street;Suite 108
Ellensburg WA 98926
From: Rickie Brown [mailto:eburg ratt�rirhotmaii.com]
Sent: Sunday, December 08, 2013 6:02 PM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: license application @ 221 Cattail Rd., pot grow
To whom it concerns
I am the
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resident located at 221 Cattail rd. this opperation is within 55 feet of my home and property line that
sEparates my property (house) from grow opperation . I have concerns of my health safety and safety of my
neighbors. If the wind is to blow I will be subject to the stink of this crop and the direct traffic as a result of the
business they are carring out. The lighting, the property value that will decrease to nothing . The smell that I
have to endure every time I walk out my door, the invasion of my privacy as to guards , surveiilance,and
traffic at all hours of the night . The thieves that comes with drugs of any kind. The corner of cattail rd and
howard has been a school bus stop for all of the 17 years i have been here, and all along Howard rd. bus stops
for the children that reside in this neighborhood. One child resides less than 500 ft. from the other bordering
property line off howard. I feel that you are putting myself and neighbors most of whom are elderly and or
disabled due to health problems at risk of injury to property self ect. Furthermore the person applying for the
licence is not the property owner at this time and the sale of this property is pending (121 Cattail rd. ) John L
scott reality. this tells me your applicant has lied on his application and this is only the beginning of the trail of
lies to come. I have grand daughters who won't be able to see their grandmother due to drugs next door. Let
me ask would you live like this ? I look forward to being present at your meeting. December
12,2013.
Rickie L. Brown
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From: Ron Mitchell <ron.midstateaviation@fairpoint.net>
Sent: Tuesday, December 10, 2013 9:34 PM �
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: Pot farms
I am one of the "lucky" landowners who have proposed marijuana farms bordering my property. Not just one, but two. I
am very concerned that having a pot farm will devalue my property. I have already lost some value due to recent zoning
changes, and it seems likely that a pot farm located in close proximity, with associated security fencing and lighting,
would not be a desirable neighbor.
Another concern about siting a farm raising crops that are illegal by federal law within an agricultural area, is what
happens when seeds from the plants are translocated to neighboring fields by wind and water. If you have ever spent
much time in rural areas of the Midwest, you know that marijuana is a noxious weed, and spreads through pasture and
crop lands unchecked in some areas. What happens to a hay crop that is contaminated with marijuana plants? If we
can't export hay that has certain volunteer cereal grains in it,what do you suppose the chance is of exporting, or even
crossing state lines with a crop containing any level whatsoever of an illegal substance?
This marijuana law was poorly thought out from the start, and the actual mechanisms and the regulations regarding the
growing and distribution of the drug were not adequately considered. Among your jobs, is the duty to protect the
citizens of this county from incompatible land uses, that potentially can cause damage to others. Please do your job.
Respectfully,
Ron V. Mitchell
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From: Jane nurick <jlnurick@hotmail.com> {v
Sent: Tuesday, December 10, 2013 7:27 PM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Cc: Paul Nurick
Subject: Pot Farms
Commissioners:
We are writing to express our absolute opposition to the potential location of pot farms in established rural
residential neighborhoods like the one on Weaver Road. We believe it is inappropriate and shortsighted to
consider such a precedent in Kittitas County.
Thank you,
Paul and Jane Nurick
41 Ridge Road
Ellensburg WA 98926
509-933-1690
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Sent Wednesday, December 11, 2013 I:47 PM
To: Dbie UBhen;]u|ie kJorsvik
Cc Clayton Myers; Doc Hansen( Gene Dana; Lindsey Ozbo|t; Neil Cau|kins
Subject: While you were out.'
To, 10bie O'Brien
Date: 12/11/2013 1:46 PM
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against it and feels it will cause a rash of robbery's and other related criminal activities. He
thinks it will be a big mistake to allow it in Kittitas County.
Signed. Julie Nor vik
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From: Angela Nelson <ryatthouse@msn.com>
Sent: Wednesday, December 11, 2013 9:32 AM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: Concerns of a property owner
To whom it may concern,
Hi. My name is Angela Nelson and I am a very concerned and upset property owner in Kittitas County. I
have just recently learned of plans to put in a marijuana growing/processing farm across the street
from my house.
My husband and I bought what was supposed to be our forever home for us and our children in 2008
and owning property here in Kittitas County has been a nightmare ever since. Not only did the value of
our home plummet shortly after we bought it, but tons of windmills were put up just west of us which
not only ruined our view but plagues our night sky with an endless sea of flashing red lights. Now our
home is further being threatened by this marijuana growing outfit on the other side of my home! Is
anybody considering what this means to all the people that actually live out here! It means having a
facility out here that looks like a prison and has constant lights and the reason that those have to be
there is because it also means higher risk of crime and violence to our neighborhood.
We live on Howard Rd, which may be rural but it is full of houses. I have three children, who all do
online public school at home. These marijuana facilities are not allowed by schools or bus stops for a
reason but yet they are being allowed to be right next to my children's home. My children should have
the freedom to be outside with the animals, riding their bikes, taking walks out on the country roads
without any threat to their safety.
My family should not be put at a higher risk of violence and crime so that Blue Rock Acres can make a
profit! There are plenty of places in the state that are far away from any population where they could
have their "farms", there is no reason to be plopping these things in the middle of your citizen's
neighborhoods, risking our safety and lowering our property values even more. We are so buried in our
property that I don't know if it will ever be worth what we owe on it!
As our county government, it is your job to protect the interests of the people that live here and own
property here. Letting people from outside our community come in and give us higher crime rates and
ruin our landscape so that they can make money at our expense is NOT protecting us!
Sincerely,
Angela Nelson
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From: Mary Seth <mseth@elltel.net> t�
Sent: Wednesday, December 11, 2013 10:39 AM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: pot growing faculties
Please place a moratorium on any marijuana related business/growing facilities in Kittitas Co.
We have a family oriented environment in our county and that would only change if these businesses were
allowed. Areas where these operations exist experience a number of home invasion robberies, thefts, and murders
related
to the growing and processing. This would impact our local law enforcement and all the people of the county.
Mary Seth
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From: david Stroud <stry1234@gmail.com> (
Sent: Wednesday, December 11, 2013 8:24 AM A
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: Weaver road marijuana farm
Dear commissioners I'm writing to express my concern regarding the proposed marijuana grow operation to be
located on Weaver Road. While the proposal may meet agricultural zoning guidelines I question the
compatibility under environmental impact given the security restrictions necessary for the operation. Please
consider carefully all aspects of the impact on the surrounding residential uses.
Respectfully
David Stroud
4541 cove rd
Ellensburg wa
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From: Don and Joyce <djandjj@cablespeed.com>
Sent: Wednesday, December 11, 2013 8:40 AM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: Pot grow applications
Dear County Commissioners,
I know that it will be quite awhile before the permit process is complete, but I think I need to let you know of my feelings
as a neighbor of the applicant at 1782 Hundley Road.This address is in Elk Meadows. Elk Meadows is a private
Residential Park comprised of about 130 lots, most of them are under an acre. Most of the property owners are
recreational, but there are a number of us (including my husband and 1)that are here all of the time and there are also
some "snow-birds". I am the President of the Elk Meadows Home Owners Assoc,. but I am writing as a private citizen.
There is nothing in the Elk Meadows By-Laws that prohibits this type of activity.
The property in question is right at the intersection of Hundley Road and Swallow Lane. That is a school bus stop for the
Cle Elum Roslyn Schools Dist. and there is at least one student that lives two lots away from the applicant address. Since
I don't know anything about growing pot, I don't know if any of the things done for growing would affect or contaminate
the Yakima River, which is the north border of the property. I also understand that the owner of the property is
Mackenzie Record, a Real Estate broker who lives in the Auburn area. If she does not live here, who would be running
this operation? We already have a crime problem here in Elk Meadows, with many break-ins and burglaries in the past
year or so, and we feel that there is a criminal element connected with an other address on Hundley Road. I feel that
this kind of enterprise in a neighborhood such as ours would not be a good thing.
Joyce Jones
461 Heron Drive
Cle Elum, WA 98922
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From: John Eaton <eatnbeef @fairpoint.net>
Sent: Wednesday, December 11, 2013 3:00 PM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: Pot growing
I would like to put in my inpute on the pot growing in the rural ag lands. We don't need to have it decreasing the value of
ag ground that would neighboring these pieces. Also I hear that the State taxes this about three times to the final product
and our county gets a measley 1% to deal with all the problems. Did we get setup or what. Let the pot voters on the
westside of the Cascades get the growers in their back yards. My thoughts! John Eaton
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NOTICE OF MARIJUANA LICENSE APPLICATION
WASHINGTON STATE LIQUOR CONTROL BOARD
RETURN TO: License Division
3000 Pacific, PO Box 43075
Olympia, WA 98504-3075
Customer Service: (360 ) 664-1600
Fax: (360 ) 753-2710
Website: www.liq.wa.gov
DATE: 12/09/13
TO: KITTITAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
RE: NEW APPLICATION
UBI: 603-349-061-001-0001
License: 4126 7 — County: 19 APPLICANTS:
Tradename: OG FARMS
Loc Addr: 45 0 BADGER POCKET RD BRATTIN, JOEL
ELLENSBURG, WA 98926-8404 1974-07-19
BRATTIN, CHRISTINE
Mail Addr: 1907 20TH AVE S (Spouse) 1977-07-26
SEATTLE, WA 98144-4415
Phone No. : 206-769-7373 JOEL BRATTIN
Privileges Applied For:
MARIJUANA PRODUCER TIER 3
As required by RCW 69.50.331 (7) the Liquor Control Board is notifying you that the
above has applied for a marijuana license. You have 20 days from the date of this
notice to give your input on this application. If we do not receive this notice back
within 20 days, we will assume you have no objection to the issueance of this license.
If you need additional time to respond you must submit a written request for an
extension of up to 20 days, with the reason(s) you need more time. If you need
information on the SSN, contact our Marijuana CHRI Desk at (360) 664-1772.
YES NO
1 . Do you approve of applicant? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FI
2. Do you approve of location? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3. Ifi you disapprove and the Board contemplates issuing a license, do
you wish to request an adjuducative hearing before final action is taken ❑ ❑
(See WAC 314-55-160 for information about this process)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. Ifi you disapprove, per RCW 69.50.331 (7) (c) you MUST attach a letter
to the Board detailing the reason(s) for the objection and a statement
of all the facts on which your objection(s) are based.
DATE SIGNATURE OF MAYOR, CITY MANAGER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LIBRIMS/CO92057 OR DESIGNEE
Marijuana Unit
Washington State PO Box 43098, 3000 Pacific Ave SE
uor Control Board
Li Olympia WA 98504-3098
q Phone: (360)664-1600
December 11, 2013
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Emailed to: wdenman(D.soisticecoop.com E
SOLSTICE GROUP, INC.
Trade Name: SOLSTICE
License #: 412055
UBI #: 603-132-711-001-0005
Dear Mr. Denman,
This letter is to confirm that the eight foot sight obscure fencing is only required around the
actual outdoor area where the marijuana grow is occurring.
Per WAC 314-55-075, A marijuana producer license allows the licensee to produce
marijuana for sale at wholesale to marijuana processor licensees and to other marijuana
producer licensees. Marijuana production must take place within a fully enclosed secure
indoor facility or greenhouse with rigid walls, a roof, and doors. Outdoor production may take
place in nonrigid greenhouses, other structures, or an expanse of open or cleared ground
fully enclosed by a physical barrier. To obscure public view of the premises, outdoor
production must be enclosed by a sight obscure wall or fence at least eight feet high. Outdoor
producers must meet security requirements described in WAC 314-55-083.
Thank you,
Xicola Reid
Marijuana Licensing Investigator
(360) 725-0111
nmr@liq.wa.gov
Julie Kjorsvik
From: Kurt Shara <jkshar2@fairpoint.net>
Sent: Thursday, December 12, 2013 12:38 PM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Cc: Doc Hansen; Neil Caulkins
Subject: Attached comments for consideration of marijuana policy 12-12-13
Attachments: Kittitas Co. policy 12-12-13.doc
Commissioners and staff,
Please find my comments for submission to the public record as attached.
Jan Sharar
December 12, 2013
Kittitas County Board of Commissioners
205 W. 50' Ave. Ste. 108
Ellensburg, Washington 98926
I am submitting the following comments and suggestions for consideration by the Board
and staff regarding any necessary county adopted policy in relation to marijuana grower
and processer uses in Kittitas County as provided by the passage of Initiative 502 by the
voters of the State of Washington and regulated by the Washington State Liquor Control
Board (WSLCB).
I believe the county should consider allowing adequate time for consideration of any
county action on the potential impacts of passage of Initiative 502. Any AGO or other
guidance received could be included in deliberations.
Review other county jurisdictions handling of this issue such as the Metropolitan King
County Council approval of legislation modifying building codes and development
regulations for siting of licensed recreational marijuana businesses and Douglas County's
outright allowance as any other commercial agricultural activity.
Avoid assuming liability by the county.
1. Recognize that licensure of growers and processors is done by the WA. State Liquor
Control Board and clearly state this in any applicable ordinance, regulation, etc.
2. Treat as much as possible like any other rural agricultural operation.
3. Agricultural production and processing categories in rural designations and zones can
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provide some direction for dealing with these specific uses.
4. Determine if there is potential for additional legal challenge if marijuana growing is
distinguished from other growing operations.
5. State clearly it is the State of Washington's duty to enforce regulations stemming from
the passage of Initiative 502.
6. If the county finds issues stemming from these activities do require special attention,
keep to the focus of public health, safety and welfare and limit any policy to land use
planning and zoning, environmental health and public works.
Considerations for rural character compliance under the Growth Management Act.
The Growth Management Act contains guidance for compatibility with a county's
rural character. (RCW 36.70A.030 Definitions).
(15) "Rural character" refers to the patterns of land use and development
established by a county in the rural element of its comprehensive plan:
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(a) In which open space, the natural landscape, and vegetation predominate over
the built environment;
(b) That foster traditional rural lifestyles, rural-based economies, and
opportunities to both live and work in rural areas;
(c) That provide visual landscapes that are traditionally found in rural areas and
communities;
(d) That are compatible with the use of the land by wildlife and for fish and wildlife
habitat;
(e) That reduce the inappropriate conversion of undeveloped land into sprawling,
low-density development;
(f) That generally do not require the extension of urban governmental services;
and
(g) That are consistent with the protection of natural surface water flows and
groundwater and surface water recharge and discharge areas.
Consideration of use of project SEPA review.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO WSLCB BY BOTEC ANALYSIS
The final revised September 7, 2013 analysis identifies a number of measures to reduce
environmental risks associated with cannabis cultivation. Have county environmental
health submit any incentive based suggestions.
WATER
Review estimates of water use under exempt well provisions.
■ Any new ground water withdrawal is mitigated.
■ Review amounts of water estimated to be required for grow operations
outdoors under county water policy.
■ If using existing well, calculate total water withdrawal for existing
approved use and new proposed use.
If a grower uses groundwater or surface water, the following considerations may be
appropriate:
■ Have effluent water regularly tested for contamination before disposal.
CONTAMINANTS
Require statement of applicant on the following:
■ Use of artificial lighting and disposal.
■ Review whether use of rodenticides is intended and any means to control
contamination and unintended exposure of humans and animals to these
poisons. Require Best Available Practices be adopted.
■ Planned use of toxic substances.
AESTHETICS
Require detailed plan for visual compatibility with rural character provisions.
SECURITY
Consider county law enforcement officials suggested security provisions in addition to
those required by the WSLCB.
Inquire as to need for special consideration given to school bus stops.
Thank you for this opportunity to comment on this issue before the Board.
Sincerely,
Janice E. Sharar
390 Cattail Road
Ellensburg, WA 98926
jkshar2@fairpoint.net
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GENE DANA, SHERIFF
KITTITAS COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
307 W. Umptanum Rd • Ellensburg, WA 98926
NEp,f� (509) 962-7525 • (509) 674-2584
FAX(509) 962-7599
December 12, 2013
Board of County Commissioners �(
Kittitas County Courthouse ! .
205 West 5th,Suite 108
Ellensburg, WA 98926
Dear Board of County Commissioners:
The Kittitas County Sheriff's Office has looked into your request for information of any"chronic
illegal activity" per WAC314-55-050, Reasons the board may seek denial,suspension, or
cancellation of a marijuana license application or license.
and/or,
RCW 69.50.331,Application for license,specifically subsection: (9)In determining whether to
grant or deny a license or renewal of any license, the state liquor control board shall give
substantial weight to objections from an incorporated city or town or county legislative authority
based upon chronic illegal activity associated with the applicant's operations of the premises
proposed to be licensed or the applicant's operation of any other licensed premises, or the
conduct of the applicant's patrons inside or outside the licensed premises. "Chronic illegal
activity"means (a)a pervasive pattern of activity that threatens the public health, safety, and
welfare of the city, town, or county including, but not limited to, open container violations,
assaults, disturbances, disorderly conduct, or other criminal law violations, or as documented in
crime statistics, police reports, emergency medical response data, calls for service,field data, or
similar records of a law enforcement agency for the city, town, county, or any other municipal
corporation or any state agency, or(b)on unreasonably high number of citations for violations
of RCW 46.61.502 associated with the applicant's or licensee's operation of any licensed
premises as indicated by the reported statements given to law enforcement upon arrest.
The Sheriffs Office does not have information of any illegal activity at the below address or
illegal activity of any named applicant(s) reference the marijuana license application:
License: 412055 Applicant name(s): Solstice Group Inc.
Trade name: Solstice Alex Cooley
Address: 4930 Weaver Rd Ste C William Denman
Ellensburg,WA 98926 Peter Miller
Sincerely,
Gene Dana,
Sheriff
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NOTICE OF MARIJUANA LICENSE APPLICATION
WASHINGTON STATE LIQUOR CONTROL BOARD
RETURN TO: License Division
3000 Pacific, PO Box 43075
Olympia, WA 98504-3075
Customer Service: (360) 664-1600
Fax: (360 ) 753-2710
Website: www.liq.wa.gov
DATE: 12/03/13
TO: KITTITAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
RE: NEW APPLICATION
UBI: 603-132-711-001-0005
License: 412055 - County: 19 APPLICANTS.:
Tradename: SOLSTICE
Loc Addr: 4930 WEAVER RD STE C SOLSTICE GROUP, INC.
ELLENSBURG, WA 98926-7883
COOLEY, ALEX
Mail Addr: PO BOX 94523 1985-04-07
SEATTLE, WA 98124-6823 DENMAN, WILLIAM
1989-04-20
Phone No. : 206-557-4700 WILLIAM DENMAN MILLER, PETER
Privileges Applied For: �.
MARIJUANA PRODUCER TIER 3 /
As required by RCW 69.50.331(7) the Liquor Control Board is notifying you that the
above has applied for a marijuana license. You have 20 days from the date of this
notice to give your input on this application. If we do not receive this notice back
within 20 days, we will assume you have no objection to the issueance of this license.
If you need additional time to respond you must submit a written request for an
extension of up to 20 days, with the reason(s) you need more time. If you need
information on the SSN, contact our Marijuana CHRI Desk at (360) 664-1772.
YES NO
1 . Do you approve of applicant? . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. Do you approve of location? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3. If you disapprove and the Board contemplates issuing a license, do
you wish to request an adjuducative hearing before final action is taken El ❑
(See WAC 314-55-160 for information about this process)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. If you disapprove, per RCW 69.50.331(7) (c) you MUST attach a letter
to the Board detailing the reason(s) for the objection and a statement
of all the facts on which your objection(s) are based.
DATE SIGNATURE OF MAYOR, CITY MANAGER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LISSIMS/c062057 OR DESIGNEE
GENE DANA, SHERIFF
KITTITAS COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
307 W. Umptanum Rd • Ellensburg, WA 98926
h (509) 962-7525 • (509) 674-2584
FAX(509) 962-7599
December 12,2013
Board of County Commissioners y
Kittitas County Courthouse
205 West 51h, Suite 108
Ellensburg, WA 98926
Dear Board of County Commissioners:
The Kittitas County Sheriff's Office has looked into your request for information of any"chronic
illegal activity" per WAC 314-55-050, Reasons the board may seek denial, suspension, or
cancellation of a marijuana license application or license.
and/or,
RCW 69.50.331,Application for license,specifically subsection: (9)In determining whether to
grant or deny a license or renewal of any license, the state liquor control board shall give
substantial weight to objections from an incorporated city or town or county legislative authority
based upon chronic illegal activity associated with the applicant's operations of the premises
proposed to be licensed or the applicant's operation of any other licensed premises, or the
conduct of the applicant's patrons inside or outside the licensed premises. "Chronic illegal
activity"means (a)a pervasive pattern of activity that threatens the public health, safety, and
welfare of the city, town, or county including, but not limited to, open container violations,
assaults, disturbances, disorderly conduct, or other criminal law violations, or as documented in
crime statistics,police reports, emergency medical response data, calls for service,field data, or
similar records of a law enforcement agency for the city, town, county, or any other municipal
corporation or any state agency, or(b)an unreasonably high number of citations for violations
of RCW 46.61.502 associated with the applicant's or licensee's operation of any licensed
premises as indicated by the reported statements given to law enforcement upon arrest.
The Sheriff's Office does not have information of any illegal activity at the below address or
illegal activity of any named applicant(s) reference the marijuana license application:
License: 412052 Applicant name(s): Solstice Group Inc.
Trade name: Solstice Alex Cooley
Address: 4930 Weaver Rd Ste B William Denman
Ellensburg, WA 98926 Peter Miller
Sincerely,
Gene Dana,
Sheriff
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NOTICE OF MARIJUANA LICENSE APPLICATION
WASHINGTON STATE LIQUOR CONTROL BOARD
RETURN TO: License Division
3000 Pacific, PO Box 43075
Olympia, WA 98504-3075
Customer Service: (360 ) 664-1600
Fax: (360) 753-2710
Website: www.liq.wa.gov
DATE: 12/03/13
TO: KITTITAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
RE: NEW APPLICATION
UBI: 603-132-711-001-0004
License: 412052 - County: 19 APPLICANTS:
Tradename: SOLSTICE
Loc Addr: 4930 WEAVER RD STE B SOLSTICE GROUP, INC.
ELLENSBURG, WA 98926-7883
COOLEY, ALEX
Mail Addr: PO BOX 94523 1985-04-07
SEATTLE, WA 98124-6823 DENMAN, WILLIAM
1989-04-20
Phone No. : 20.6-557-4700 WILLIAM DENMAN MILLER, PETER
1989-03-16
Privileges Applied For: i
MARIJUANA PRODUCER TIER 3
As required by RCW 69.50.331 (7) the Liquor Control Board is notifying you that the
above has applied for a marijuana license. You have 20 days from the date of this
notice to give your input on this application. If we do not receive this notice back
within 20 days, we will assume you have no objection to the issueance of this license.
If you need additional time to respond you must submit a written request for an
extension of up to 20 days, with the reason(s) you need more time. If you need
information on the SSN, contact our Marijuana CHRI Desk at (360) 664-1772.
YES NO
1 . Do you approve of applicant? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 El
2. Do you approve of location? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 El
3. If you disapprove and the Board contemplates issuing a license, do
you wish to request an adjuducative hearing before final action is taken
El ❑
(See WAC 314-55-160 for information about this process)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. If you disapprove, per RCW 69.50.331(7)(c) you MUST attach a letter
to the Board detailing the reason(s) for the objection and a statement
of all the facts on which your objection(s) are based.
DATE SIGNATURE OF MAYOR, CITY MANAGER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LIRRItd5/C092057 OR DESIGNEE
Julie Kjorsvik
From: Marni Fox <tonyandmarni@yahoo.com>
Sent: Thursday, December 12, 2013 7:00 AM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: Marijuana Growing Operation - Weaver Rd,
Dear County Commissioners,
We would like to strongly oppose the marijuana growing operation on Weaver Road. We built our
house six years ago on Weaver Road to be in a nice rural neighborhood where we could raise our
kids safely. We do not believe this would be a safe en devour at all. This proposed site is way too
close to our homes and neighborhood and it has been proven that it brings in alot of crime, threat and
violence to the area. We hope you will please consider our concerns when voting on approval or
disapproval of this operation.
Sincerely,
The Fox Family
Weaver Rd
Ellensburg, WA
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Julie Kjorsvik
From: Gary K. Billingsley <garyb@migllc.net>
Sent: Thursday, December 12, 2013 1:35 PM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: Comments To Kittitas County Commission: Marijuana Growing
Attachments: CountyCommission MarijuanaGrowing LOl.pdf
Dear Commissioners:
Attached please find my letter regard concerns I have about the possibility of marijuana growing being allowed in Kittitas
County. Thank you for your consideration.
Gary K. Billingsley
Medical Indemnity Group, L.L.C.
PLEASE NOTE NEW ADDRESS:
6947 Coal Creek Pkwy SE#746
Newcastle, WA 98059-3136
Cell 425-785-6237
Fax 425-427-0989
�arybnmi llc.net
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Gary K. Billingsley
1060 Lambert Road
Cle Elum, WA 98922-9157
December 12, 2013
Kittitas County Commissioners:
I am writing to express my concerns as a resident of this county regarding the Board of County
Commissioners' consideration of recent requests to allow the growing of marijuana in Kittitas County.
I moved to Cle Elum in January of 2006 after having observed this area for all the years from 1977 to
2006 wishing and hoping for the opportunity to live here. As soon as all the details preventing this move
had been cleared away I immediately moved here from the Seattle area. In order of priority, my reasons
for wanting to live here are:
1. The stable, solid, principled people who live here;
2. The high percentage of God fearing Christians living here;
3. The "take care of each other mentality" of the people who live here;
4. The low level of crime with nearly no violent crime in this region;
5. The absence of gangs and their accompanying violence;
6. The pristine beauty of this agrarian environment; and
7. The quiet roads with generally sane and sober drivers.
Now, because the voters in this state voted to allow the growing of marijuana and because certain
parties apparently seeking their personal financial fortune have taken the first steps toward starting such
growing operations here, the Board of County Commissioners finds itself faced with the need to make
decisions regarding this distasteful activity and the ramifications it will hold for our quiet and pristine
region.
The adverse ramifications of allowing such marijuana growing and possible retail activities (to list a few)
include the impact these activities would have on:
1. The Social Environment: With the presence of an element of society, heretofore generally foreign to
this region, bringing with it crime that hasn't required the attention, to any great degree, of our local
law enforcement agencies until now;
2. The Security of Our Children and Adolescents: With parents unable to allow their children to use the
streets and roadways of our county without fear for their security;
3. The Impact on the Quality of Education and the Production of Excellence at Central Washington
University: With ready availability will come increased use, and with increased use will come
decreased effectiveness of our local University to produce excellence;
4. The Aesthetics of this Region: Including the appearance of the security systems that would be
required (i.e. Security Fencing, Surveillance Systems, Lighting Systems, Security Guards, etc.), and
the traffic generated on our presently quiet rural roads;
5. Property Values: With the value of lands and homes near these growing operations deteriorating
dramatically; and
6. The Added Cost of Law Enforcement: This cost has apparently not yet been calculated, but it is likely
to outstrip any tax benefits that might inure to the County.
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The Benefits:
It is hard to imagine any benefits that could be associated with allowing such marijuana growing and
possibly retail activities in our county, at least none that would outstrip the added costs. However, if
there are some who argue that there would be benefits to our county by allowing these activities, I would
encourage the Commissioners to consider the famous words of a dear friend of mine,
"For what is a man profited if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?
Or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?" (Matthew 16:26)
1 would encourage the County Commissioners to seek every legal avenue to block marijuana growing
and retail operations from entering Kittitas County now or at anytime in the future.
Please don't sell our soul for any perceived gain that this activity might offer to this county. The costs are
far too high.
Sincerely,
Gary K. Billingsley
Julie Kjorsvik
From: Dave Duncan and Sons <duncan@elltel.net>
Sent: Thursday, December 12, 2013 1:08 PM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: Marijuana Growing Operations
Dear Kittitas County Commissioners,
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the possibility of Marijuana being grown in Kittitas County.
These growing operations are not consistent with the rural character of Kittitas County. These growing
operations should not be considered just another agricultural crop. Any crop that requires razor wire, security
cameras, 24 hour surveillance, spot lights and security guards is not a normal agricultural crop. These growing
operations attract crime as outlined and confirmed in the SEPA analysis. "There have already been shootings and
deaths in Colorado and California.
We cannot rely on the Liquor Control Board or State regulations as these regulations could change in the years
to come. The liberal west side of our state is very unpredictable. Kittitas County did not vote yes on 502. We
were over ruled by the west side voters. Now the west side counties don't want the grow operations on the west
side so the growers want to move into our community.
The Marijuana growers talk about the jobs that will be created and the taxes that will be raised. The lions share
of the taxes will go to the state and our county will only see a very small portion. The jobs and taxes that they
promise are a drop in the ocean compared to the jobs and taxes that are created by the construction of homes in
Kittitas County. Folks move to Kittitas County and build homes because of the rural character, quality of life
and wholesome reputation that our county is known for. Places like Suncadia and many other upscale
developments bring in a lot of employment and taxes for our county. They are here because of the surrounding
rural character, quality of life and wholesome reputation of Kittitas County. Marijuana growing operations
threaten all of the above.
All Ag 20 land is not created equal. Some Ag 20 land like the land on Weaver Rd consists of many 3, 5 and 10
acres parcels. This is not an appropriate place for a Marijuana growing operation. I am not sure that there is an
appropriate place to grow Marijuana in Kittitas County. Please consider the impact on property values, rural
character, and the over all reputation and soul of Kittitas County.
Clint Duncan
4634 Weaver Rd
Ellensburg, Wa
98926
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Julie Kjorsvik
From: JoAnne Duncan <joanneduncan440@yahoo.com>
Sent: Friday, December 13, 2013 12:28 PM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: No Marijuana in Kittitas County
Dear County Commissioners,
I have been researching what other counties are doing in regards to the passage of 1502. Many are
banning or putting long term moratoriums on producing, growing and retail sales of marijuana.
We keep hearing from you that as a county our hands are tied to what the State/Liquor Board wants
us to do however I recently spoke with Anna Cox, a representative from the Washington State
Liquor Board for Marijuana Licensing and she said that each county can do whatever they want.
The quote in red is from the Seattlepi and backs up what the representative from the Liquor Board
stated. There have also been cases which have been successful in implementing a full ban such as
Redmond Ridge. Others have implemented strict zoning only allowing in Industrial areas and many
implementing on going moratoriums
The Washington State Liquor Control Board says it won't sue a city or county because it's not
harmed by the ban. The board is going to issue licenses, and if a business that gets one is in a
jurisdiction that has an effective ban in place, that's between the jurisdiction and the business.
Also in regards to that comment some people putting in for licenses have listed an address that
they do not own or have a lease agreement on. They would have to reapply for a license so I doubt
they would turn around and sue the county. This is what I was told by the State Liquor Board
http://blog.seattlepi.com/marijuana/2013/12/12/bans-moratoriums-and-zoning-approvals-for-
marijuana-businesses-as-far-as-we-know/#18413103=35&18853101=1
http://www.mrse.org/subjects/le,gal/502/artdoc5O2.qux
I am also wondering about the GMA and how an activity which needs razor wire fencing, 24 hour
surveillance, lighting and emits a terrible odor (see links below from Colorado) fits in with the
preservation of the rural character of Kittitas County. Agricultural products such as hay, corn,
cattle, horses, haystacks, barns, and corrals fit in and even enhance the rural quality and nature of
our valley. Products that require extreme security measures and emit horrible odors do not fit in
our rural neighborhoods and devalue the property of farmers, ranchers and rural land owners. It
states in the Sepa Checklist from the Washington State Liquor Board that these extreme measures
are necessary because of the increased rate of home invasions and crime. Also stated in the
Thomson Reuters Report, Washington Supreme Court requires Kittitas County to protect working
farms, rural areas and water resources, "The GMA specifically provides that counties may
implement innovative zoning techniques in rural areas. This is our opportunity to demonstrate and
uphold our responsibility to protect the rural character and resources of farmers, ranchers, and rural
land owners.
I appreciate your time and effort in making the most responsible decisions based off of the will of
the voters of Kittitas County(who voted against i502) and taking time to wait and see how other
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counties are effected by this. Colorado is finding that the odor of marijuana is huge problem
especially from large grow operations.
Here are some links about horrible odors from Marijuana growing and the extreme measures that
counties will have to go through to monitor marijuana odor http://www.npr.org/blogs/thetwo-
way/2013/11/14/245254291/denvers-smell-o-scope-targets-mariivanas-skun -scent Are we ready
to invest in "smell-a scopes"??
http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Pot-Odor-Prompts-New-Detection-Device.htmI
Learning about this horrible odor is just one more reason that it does not fit with the rural character
of Kittitas County. I am finding new information everyday on why allowing this in our community
is a bad idea.
Respectfully,
JoAnne Duncan
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From: JoAnne Duncan <joanneduncan990@yahoo.com>
Sent: Friday, December 13, 2013 5:55 PM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: Pierce County Bans Pot... Why can't we!
Dear County Commissioners,
It doesn't seem that it is up to the state but rather up to each county how they handle Pot. Pierce
County has a complete ban on marijuana. See link below
Pierce County bans marijuana businesses from rural areas
Ordinance prohibits pot businesses until Congress removes marijuana from the list of federally
controlled substances
By STEVE MAYNARD
THE NEWS TRIBUNE (TACOMA)December 11, 2013
Read more here: http://www.bellinghamherald.com/2013/12/11/3367971/pierce-coun -bans-
marijuana-businesses.html#storylink=cpy
Read more at the link below
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Julie Kjorsvik
From: tamiww@aol.com
Sent: Sunday, December 15, 2013 8:53 AM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: Allowing Marijuana related business in our county
Dear Commissioners,
Having lived in the Kittitas Valley since 1983, 1 am deeply concerned about recent applications for licenses to grow and
sell marijuana in the Kittitas Valley. Despite the fact that the Kittitas Valley is surrounded by counties that deal with drugs,
gangs and serious crime on a daily basis, we have managed to remain a very "safe" community. Included on the
WSLCB SEPA Environmental Checklist is a supplemental sheet with some of the information provided by BOTEC
Analysis Company which was contracted to provide technical expertise. It states:
"Due to the high monetary value placed upon marijuana, areas can experience a number of home invasion robberies,
thefts, and murders related to marijuana cultivation which impacts local law enforcement"
(http://www.lig.wa.gov/publications/Mariivana/SEPA/SEPA Environmental Checklist.pdf)
In recent planning sessions there has been discussion regarding the placement of these operations. The discussion has
indicated that the largest"grows" could be located in the "Ag 20" zoned regions of our county. I urge you to carefully
consider what has happened to the "Ag 20" designation in the areas where these growers have applied for license. Both
Weaver Road and Robinson Canyon Road have multiple applications to the West of Cove Road. This area has been
subdivided to the point that the density is nearly 20 times the intended density of"Ag 20" land in some places. There are
many more 1, 3, and 5 acre lots on this stretch of Robinson Canyon and Weaver Road than there are 20 acre lots. The
impact of grows in this area will affect many land owners . These areas are not the rural areas that the zoning would
imply.
There is no doubt that the area around the marijuana grows will be severely impacted, the degree to which nobody knows.
I think it is safe to say that property values in the vicinity will fall considerably. If you were considering purchasing land or
a home, how close would you want to be to one of these operations? It is also safe to say crime will increase. The grow
operations we are talking about are not"normal agricultural activity" and should not be treated as such. In the last
planning session I head the legal team say that all of the options presented by Doc Hanson were defensible. Please,
please, please use very strict zoning to keep these operations away from the taxpaying citizens of Kittitas County who
have spent their life building homes in what they consider to be safe neighborhoods".
You also have this opportunity to join with other counties across Washington State to try and keep marijuana out of the
county completely. My understanding is that the county is gaining nothing from the presence of these operations. The
licensed individuals who are able to begin operations here are the only ones who will win in this situation. Clearly there
are legal advisors in other counties that believe they can accomplish this. The list grows every day. Why would Kittitas
County want to be one of the first to allow Marijuana producing operations? We cannot turn back once these businesses
are in place. We have nothing to gain and everything to lose.
Sincerely,
Tami Walton
4901 Weaver Road
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From: Connie Dunnington <connied@fairpoint.net>
Sent: Monday, December 16, 2013 10:19 AM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: Marijuana Farm Opposition
Dear County Commissioners:
I am writing to express my opposition to having pot farms in Kittitas County. Yes, the State is in charge of
deciding who gets licenses but you are given the responsibility to set policies in place to determine how Kittitas
County will handle these requests for pot farms.
I strongly urge you to do as other counties surrounding us are doing. My first choice would be to ban marijuana
all together. The majority of those voting on this Initiative in this county voted no. That should mean
something. My second choice would be at least a moratorium to allow time to see how this is all going to work.
If the state has not finalized their regulations, why should this county make such an important decision that has
the possibility of many adverse effects on it's residents.
The possibility of increased crime, the negative affect on property values and the impact on the rural character
of the community are just a few reasons to take a very cautious approach.
I was born in this valley and raised on a farm and yes the rural character has changed over the years. Adding pot
farms to the mix takes things to a whole new level. One that as a property owner in the AG 20 zone causes me
great concern.
In my opinion we do not owe those looking for places for their pot farms a quick decision. They are applying
for licenses using addresses and they don't even own the property. I hope you put the citizens of this county as
your priority.
Sincerely,
Connie Dunnington
5900 Weaver Rd
Ellensburg, WA 98926
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NOTICE OF MARIJUANA LICENSE APPLICATION
WASHINGTON STATE LIQUOR CONTROL BOARD
RETURN TO: License Division
3000 Pacific, PO Box 43075
Olympia, WA 98504-3075
Customer Service: (360 ) 664-1600
Fax: (360 ) 753-2710
Website: www.liq.wa.gov
DATE: 12/12/13
TO: KITTITAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
RE: NEW APPLICATION
UBI: 603-349-561-001-0001
License: 412357 — County: 19 APPLICANTS:
Tradename: BLUE ROCK ACRES
Loc Addr: 121 CATTAIL RD #A BLUE ROCK ACRES, L.L.C.
ELLENSBURG, WA 98926-8537
RUSSELL, DOUGLAS
Mail Addr: 20515 NE 16TH ST 1973-05-21
SAMMAMISH, WA 98074-6659 RUSSELL, HEATHER NOEL
1974-05-17
Phone No. : 425-260-2104 DOUGLAS RUSSELL
Privileges Applied For:
MARIJUANA PRODUCER TIER 2
MARIJUANA PROCESSORL
As required by RCW 69.50.331 (7) the Liquor Control Board is notifying you that the
above has applied for a marijuana license. You have 20 days from the date of this
notice to give your input on this application. If we do not receive this notice back
within 20 days, we will assume you have no objection to the issuance of this license.
If you need additional time to respond you must submit a written request for an .
extension of up to 20 days, with the reason(s) you need more time. If you need
information on the SSN, contact our Marijuana CHRI Desk at (360) 664-1772.
YES NO
1 . Do you approve of applicant? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FI
2. Do you approve of location? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-1 0
3. If you disapprove and the Board contemplates issuing a license, do
you wish to request an adjuducative hearing before final action is taken ❑ F-1(See WAC 314-55-160 for information about this process)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. If you disapprove, per RCW 69.50.331 (7) (c) you MUST attach a letter
to the Board detailing the reason(s) for the objection and a statement
of all the facts on which your objection(s) are based.
DATE SIGNATURE OF MAYOR, CITY MANAGER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LIBRIMS/C092057 OR DESIGNEE
Julie Kjorsvik
From: Obie OBrien
Sent: Wednesday, December 18, 2013 4:32 PM
To: William Holmes
Cc: Julie Kjorsvik; Doc Hansen
Subject: RE: Marijuana
William,
Thanks for starting with the acknowledgement that the" Voters" have placed us in this untenable position of needing to
take action in a way that meets the stated requirements of RCW 69.50,WAW 314-55,and 1-502, not accounting for the
desires of our voters. The point is obviously that the decision about to have or not have has been made. My only area of
action lies in how to protect our"rural character".The rest of your fine reference points are outside of my action lines.
Your comments will be entered into the record as required by our practice and the appearance of fairness doctrine.
Thanks for the note,
Obie
From: William Holmes
Sent: Wednesday, December 18, 2013 2:37 PM
To: _Commissioners
Cc: Judge Sparks
Subject: Marijuana
Dear Sirs:
I appreciate that the citizens of Washington put you, our County leaders, in a difficult place by the passage of 1
502. 1 recognize the authority you have and the area(s) where you have decision making regarding
implementation of 1 502 are limited. My position is also limited in what I may do while staying within my role
in accordance with the Code of Judicial Conduct as specifically delineated in those Canons and the Opinions
from the Ethics Advisory Committee. What l may do is provide information, with overriding concern for
integrity and impartiality, to advance the administration of justice. The increased presence of marijuana may
have harmful effects upon our community and to the extent its advertisement and presence can be limited it
would be beneficial to those this department currently has responsibility for and our community.
To that end, that of advancing the administration of justice, please be aware of the current concerns regarding
the use of marijuana as reflected in our current Kittitas County Probation Services caseloads.
Regarding the Juvenile Court Services Caseload:
• For decades one of the top four or five criminal offense referrals to the Juvenile Court Services
department is for Possession of Marijuana Less Than 40 grams. If criminal offense referrals for
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (which is almost always marijuana smoking devices) were added
marijuana related behavior would normally be one of the very highest causes for criminal referral to
this juvenile court. If possession of larger amounts than 40 grams and Intent to Deliver were included,
marijuana effected offense referrals would likely be only topped by alcohol related offenses as a
highest reason for criminal referrals.
• The urinalyses results we see are usually well over 100 ng/ml. Yesterday's reports reviewed were for
162, 221 & 334 ng/ml. "5 ng/ml is the science-based limit to active THC blood concentration"to
determine a new marijuana DUI standard.
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• Local kids report either seeing no harm in using marijuana or using to self-medicate for depression,
pain control/management, anxiety. (As marijuana is a central nervous system depressant that puts
them into a circle of (illegal) use to "treat" with a substance which produces the symptoms they
indicate they are trying to relieve.)
• Our kids indicate their access to marijuana frequently comes from medical marijuana of family/friends
• Nationally & reflective of our Healthy Youth Survey, a few facts about youth using marijuana:
o To quote an American Child and Adolescent Neuro-Psychiatrist: "The toxic properties of
chemical molecules and their cellular damage are not matters of opinion or debate. . . . We
cannot vote for or against the 'toxicity' of a drug.
o Chemically, marijuana is a far more dangerous drug than most of the scientifically ignorant
media and North American consumer have been duped into believing." [Robert C. Gilkeson,
M.D.]
0 2010 NSDUH: Of the 7.1 million Americans ages 12+ classified with illicit drug dependence or
abuse, 4.5 million had marijuana or hashish dependence or abuse listed treatment causes
0 43% vs. 26% Depression reported by student users vs. non users
o Critical skills (memory & learning) are significantly impaired in users even 24 hrs after
o Lowest school grades are two to one more likely to occur for users through the higher grade
levels
0 2010 58% of new users were under 18
Regarding our Adult Misdemeanant Caseload:
• In a snapshot from December 12, 2013, of the 4,553 open cases by charge, Possession of Marijuana is
the 4th highest criminal referral reason
o Again if you add just Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, marijuana related crime becomes the
3rd highest reason for District & Municipal Court supervision
o 25% of our referrals are DUI's (this does not include DUI's which are frequently reduced to
Reckless or Negligent Driving)
■ 1,137 DUI's are reflected in our current caseload
• In our tracking release of information to treatment agencies for DUI's since February, the DUI referrals
usually involve either direct referral for marijuana being the drug effecting the driver's performance or
a contributing factor
• As is the same as youth facts, higher levels of THC than in the past are reflected in the adult
probationers UA's
I know you are concerned for the impact on our county. Following are effects of marijuana we know:
• Marijuana usage poses significant health risks to:
o Lungs & respiratory systems
o Hearts
o Brains
o Central Nervous Systems
o Cancer development
o Mental Health
o Learning and Social Behavior
o Immune Systems
o Pregnancy
o Of Addiction
■ Withdrawal
o Critical Thinking Skills
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o Driving Performance
o Reproduction
o Industrial Accidents
o Absenteeism
Concerns we may face with the increased presence of marijuana may include:
• Increased need for chemical dependency treatment services (at the same time resources have been
dwindling for treatment from the State)
• Potential for increased law enforcement need for determining, monitoring, responding to areas where
the drug is being lawfully and unlawfully grown, produced or sold
o Presence of weapons and violence related to drug thefts and criminal market presence and
practices
o Increased law enforcement response usually means all facets of the criminal justice system has
increased duties
■ Both are reflections of increased cost to provide criminal justice services
o Increased DUI's and harm from DUI's
• The criminal justice system deals with people harming others and themselves, usually due to poor
decisions, most of the time because of some substance effect on thought processes. Marijuana
negatively influences critical thinking processes.
Thank you for your consideration of these effects and factors in your decisions on siting and zoning. I stand
ready to provide you greater specifics and sources of the above facts and information should you desire.
Sincerely,
William D. Holmes, Director
Kittitas County Probation Services
(509) 962.7516
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From: Keith Winter <kwinter@jecumming.com>
Sent: Wednesday, December 18, 2013 10:31 AM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Cc: Brooke Winter
Subject: Marijuana grow operations
Dear Commissioners,
In response to consideration of Marijuana grow operations in our county and more specifically our neighborhood, I urge
you to please consider all of the severe negative impacts it will have upon us. We live in a populated area albeit zoned
ag 20 many of the home sites are on less acreage (Robinson Canyon and Kilmore). We have 3 young children and there
are many families surrounding us with children. This is no place for a Marijuana grow operation.
"Due to the high monetary value placed upon marijuana, areas can experience a number of home invasion robberies,
thefts, and murders related to marijuana cultivation which impacts local law
enforcement" (http://www.lip.wa.gov/publications/Mariivana/SEPA/SEPA Environmental Checklist.pdfl
To add to my concern with the two proposed operations in our neighborhood is the relationship between the specific
areas and the KRD canal. The canal road is remote, runs between the proposed operation off of Weaver and the
proposed location off of Robison Canyon. The canal road could be used for trafficking, home invasions, etc.
I moved my family here specifically to get away from this type of activity after experiencing problems due to drugs in our
previous neighborhood. Although voted legal to use, we are miles away from understanding the true impacts of grow
operations. I strongly oppose any grow operation in Kittitas County and especially in our family oriented neighborhood.
Sincerely,
Keith and Brooke Winter
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From: Jean Walton <jcwalton@aspeedynet.net>
Sent: Saturday, December 28, 2013 11:38 AM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: Marijuana licenses
Dear County Commissioners,
We are a retired couple, and we have recently purchased a piece of property in Ellensburg, and are planning to move
there in a couple of years. We are very concerned about the seemingly disorganized and unplanned issuance of
marijuana licenses which seems to be approaching. We understand that you have no control over issuing marijuana
licenses, and that the Washington State Liquor Board controls that. However after researching what many counties and
cities are doing throughout our state, we believe that you do have control over decisions concerning moratoriums, bans,
and zoning. Many county and city leaders are choosing to use a moratorium to address all of the complex issues of
this new uncharted territory. This doesn't mean you are burying your head in the sand, but just the opposite. I appreciate
what the commissioners from Walla Walla said, " I just have to make sure it's right. 1 have to protect all the taxpayers."
Johnson said, "The moratorium will allow the county to address the issues on its own terms as opposed to responding to
state or federal mandates. We have a unique opportunity to do something for ourselves."
Another county making sure they get it right. One-year moratorium in Walla Walla
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Thoughts from Walla Walla County Commissioners -
It seems like an oxymoron to me,"he said. "We need to have a substantial discussion before we create a situation that will
affect people, especially young people."
Tompkins said his concern was limiting the county's liability from federal or other legal actions. "I just have to make sure
it's right. 1 have to protect all the taxpayers,"he said.
Johnson said the moratorium will allow the county to address the issues on its own terms as opposed responding to state
or federal mandates. "We have a unique opportunity to do something for ourselves,"he said. `7 just think the prudent thing
to do is declare the moratorium."
Andy Porter can be reached at andyporterCo)wwub.com or 526-8318.
Thank-you so much for your attention to this matter.
Don and Jean Walton
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From: JoAnne Duncan <joanneduncan990@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, December 30, 2013 2:49 AM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Subject: PLEASE READ THE RESEARCH on what other COUNTIES ARE DOING ABOUT
MARIJUANA!!!!! WE DO HAVE CONTROL!!!
Dear County Commissioners,
I am very unclear about why you all keep saying their is nothing our county can do about I502
when everything I research and read states other wise. The link below is to the Muncipal
Research and Services Center of Washington (M.R.S.C) They have a detailed sample list of 58
cities/counties in our state showing what each local government is doing to best protect the
integrity, safety, and future of their citizens. PLEASE check out the link!
http://www.mrsc.org/subjects/legal/502/artdoc5O2.aspx#ord
It seems like the citizens of Kittitas County have been abandoned.
I am also concerned about what is still considered Ag 20. It may be called Ag 20 but it has been
divided in to small residential parcels. Large Pot Grow operations need to be placed in areas
away from homes. We are not talking about an ordinary agricultural product. We are talking
about a Federally illegal drug. It doesn't fit with the rural landscape.
The quote below is also from the M.R.S.C. web site and makes it clear that indeed each city and
county can create their own zoning. I have also spoke with the Liquor Control Board and they
told me the same thing. They do not control where operations go, they only pass out the license.
It also states from the Federal Department of Justice website
http://www.justice.gov/iso/opa/dag/speeches/2013/dag-speech-13 0910.html
"That each county and city will be responsible for addressing marijuana activity through their
own drug laws. The Department of Justice expects that states and local governments that have
enacted laws authorizing marijuana growing, processing, consumption, and selling have strong
local law enforcement efforts backed by adequate funding." This seems to contradict the
following quote in the Daily record from Doc Hansen:
"The county is stressing that it is up to the state and federal government to regulate and enforce
all other rules on (legally) growing marijuana," Hansen said.
The information below is also taken from the M.R.S.0 web site and states once again that cities
and counties can ZONE marijuana businesses into one specific zone!
"Note that the Liquor Control Board will ]lot issue a license for a marijuana business in a
personal residence. WAC 314-55-015(5). But, a marijuana business could establish itself in the
commercial or industrial zones directly adjacent to a residential zone, if, of course, that is
allowed by local zoning.
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"'You could choose to zone marijuana businesses into one spec.ifi.c zone, e.g.,just industrial or
just commercial, or even a subset of a commercial or industrial zone. For information on how
some cities have zoned for recreational marijuana uses, see MRSC's web page on recreational
marijuana, which has links to city/county ordinances."
I hope you PLEASE check out the the links I have provided, especially the M.R.S.0 site. Please
don't rush in to hasty decisions. There is nothing to gain by being the first in this experiment
and everything to lose. When will the next public hearing be about this issue?
Thank you for your time.
JoAnne Duncan
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NOTICE OF MARIJUANA LICENSE APPLICATION
WASHINGTON STATE LIQUOR CONTROL BOARD
RETURN TO: License Division
3000 Pacific, PO Box 43075
Olympia, WA 98504-3075
Customer Service: ( 360 ) 664-1600
Fax: (360 ) 753-2710
Website: www.liq.wa.gov
DATE: 12/27/13
TO: KITTITAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
RE: NEW APPLICATION
UBI: 603-350-494-001-0001
License: 412703 — County: 19 APPLICANTS:
Tradename: ISLAND REEFER
Loc Addr: 481 BUENA VIEW RD ISLAND REEFER, INC.
CLE ELUM, WA 98922-8301
LETT, DAN J
Mail Addr: 5257 NIGHTHAWK RD 1952-08-29
LANGLEY, WA 98260-9572 LETT, LEXTON ADAMS
(Spouse) 1957-09-14
Phone No. : 360-661-2567 DAN LETT
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Privileges Applied For:
MARIJUANA PRODUCER TIER 2 �—
MARIJUANA PROCESSOR
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As required by RCW 69.50.331(7) the Liquor Control Board is notifying you that the
above has applied for a marijuana license. You have 20 days from the date of this
notice to give your input on this application. If we do not receive this notice back
within 20 days, we will assume you have no objection to the issuance of this license.
If you need additional time to respond you must submit a written request for an
extension of up to 20 days, with the reason(s) you need more time. If you need
information on the SSN, contact our Marijuana CHRI Desk at (360) 664-1772.
YES NO
1 . Do you approve of applicant? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. Do you approve of location? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . a
3. If you disapprove and the Board contemplates issuing a license, do
you wish to request an adjuducative hearing before final action is taken ❑ ❑
(See WAC 314-55-160 for information about this process)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. If you disapprove, per RCW 69.50.331 (7) (c) you MUST attach a letter
to the Board detailing the reason(s) for the objection and a statement
of all the facts on which your objection(s) are based.
DATE SIGNATURE OF MAYOR, CITY MANAGER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LIBRIMSIC092057 OR DESIGNEE
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From: Martha Gregg <mgregg@ubmofwa.com>
Sent: Tuesday, December 31, 2013 11:31 AM
To: Kittitas County Commissioners Office
Cc: 'gary@matheuslumber.com'
Subject: Marijuana Grow Operations
Dear Commissioners,
I'm a late comer with regards to responding to the information of this Marijuana Grow Operation, which will be directly
adjacent to our property. It's amazing what an impact West Side voters can make in our state. We purchased and built
our log home 10 years ago to provide a getaway location for ourselves, our married children and our 13 (all under 18
years of age)grandchildren. The location for us is perfect. We purchased the land for its beautiful pastoral scenery and
the outstanding view of the mountains to the west and the city to the east. All of us cherish the time spent in
Ellensburg.
How troubling to learn that there is the possibility of a marijuana growing facility as our next door neighbor. It's
unimaginable to think it could become a reality. I know that the State of Washington voters approved this absurd change
in our laws; however the fact does remain that Federal Law still defines marijuana and growing marijuana as a
felony. There is good reason for their disapproval (along with 48 other states) since it is a well documented fact that
illegal drugs are the source of a range of unlawful conduct. Another concern is the fact that our property also runs along
the canal, which would give access to this growing operation from "would be" criminals to easily determine availability to
our home for possible break-ins.
I know these are hypothetical situations; however, newspapers and news articles are filled with stories of home invasions,
murder, and gang involvement in the drug trade are real. We don't want this invasion to the Ellensburg area, or anywhere
else for that matter.
I could go on about this situation, but I'm certain that you are well aware of the"cons" of approving this operation. I
appeal to your sense of community, family and law abiding residents to decline this attempt to sully the beautiful Kittitas
Valley. Thank you for listening. May I ask to be informed when a ruling is made?
Martha and George Gregg Martha and George Gregg and Family
3514 142nd Place NE 4876 Robinson Canyon Road
Bellevue WA 98007 Ellensburg WA 98926
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