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HomeMy WebLinkAboutR24-057 Approval of Special Use Permit for Sonnenalp Golf Course Driving Range ZS 009356-2023 Docusign Envelope ID:49655501-2AE3-4B69-9216-F38F7B3E4E59 Eagle County, CO 202410138 Regina O'Brien 09/03/2024 Pgs: 25 10:54:09 AM REC: $0.00 DOC: $0.00 Commissioner chandler-Henry moved adoption of the following Resolution: BOARD OF EAGLE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO RESOLUTION NO. 2024- 057 RESOLUTION FOR APPROVAL OF A CONSOLIDATED SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR SONNENALP GOLF COURSE DRIVING RANGE Eagle County File No.ZS-009356-2023 WHEREAS, on or about April 26,2023, SPI Golf, Inc. (the"Applicant") submitted an application for a Consolidated Special Use Permit(the"Application")to the County of Eagle, State of Colorado; and WHEREAS,the Application requested a Consolidated Special Use Permit("SUP")to allow for the continued operation of the northern portion of the existing Sonnenalp Golf Course Driving Range on property located at 2100 Winslow Road in the Edwards area, and also known as Assessor's Parcel#2105- 032-00-001 (the"Property"); and WHEREAS,the Property is zoned Resource (R)and is approximately 5.91 acres in size and is more particularly described as set forth in Exhibit A-Legal Description; and WHEREAS, Table 3-300 of the Eagle County Land Use Regulations(the"ECLUR") identifies "Golf Course or Golf Driving Range"as a special review use in the Resource zone district requiring a SUP under Section 5-250 of the ECLUR; and WHEREAS, in accordance with ECLUR Section 5-210.E-Notice of Public Hearings,notice concerning the subject matter of the Application and setting forth the date and time of a meeting for consideration thereof by the Eagle County Planning Commission(the"ECPC")was mailed to all owners of property adjacent to the Property on March 1, 2024, and published in the Vail Daily and Eagle Valley Enterprise newspapers on February 29, 2024. Notice of the Application was posted on the Property on or before March 5, 2024; and WHEREAS, at a public meeting held on March 20, 2024, the ECPC unanimously recommended approval of the Application with conditions to the Eagle County Board of County Commissioners(the "Board"); and WHEREAS, in accordance with ECLUR Section 5-210.E-Notice of Public Hearings,notice concerning the subject matter of the Application and setting forth the date and time of the meeting for consideration thereof by the Board was mailed to all owners of property adjacent to the Property on June 14,2024, and published in the Vail Daily and Eagle Valley Enterprise newspapers on June 13,2024. Notice of the Application was posted on the Property on or before June 17,2024; and WHEREAS, at a public meeting held on July 2, 2024,the Board considered the Application,the associated plans, documents, and studies; the statements and concerns of the Applicant; the statements of 1 Docusign Envelope ID:49655501-2AE3-4B69-9216-F38F7B3E4E59 Eagle County Community Development and Engineering staff; the recommendation of the ECPC; and the statements of other interested persons, including the members of the public; and WHEREAS,based on the evidence,testimony,exhibits, and study of the Comprehensive Plan for the unincorporated areas of Eagle County, as well as comments of the Eagle County Planning Department,Eagle County Engineering Department,public officials and agencies,the recommendations of the ECPC, and comments from all interested parties,including members of the public,the Board approved the Application by a vote of 3-0 and further finds the following: THAT,the Application complies with the requirements and standards set forth in ECLUR Section 5-250.B-Standards,with conditions, as set forth below: 1. Consistent with Comprehensive Plan. This Application is in substantial conformance with numerous aspects of the Eagle County Comprehensive Plan including,but not limited to, Section: 3.2-General Development: the driving range contributes to the local tourism economy and the quality of life of the Single Tree community; Goal 3.3 Economic Resources: the driving range contributes to the County's recognition as a world class tourist destination and provides for summer employment; Goal 3.7 Wildlife: no impacts to wildlife from the driving range were identified by Colorado Parks and Wildlife; Goal 3.8 Sensitive Lands: no sensitive lands are identified on the Property and the driving range contributes to the scenic quality of the neighborhood. Condition 1 stated below brings the Application into conformance with Section 3.3.4 Development, Policy j as the Practice Range Mitigation Plan attached as Exhibit B and incorporated herein by reference ensures the Application is fully responsible for the mitigation of the driving range impacts. Condition 2 listed below brings the Application into conformance with Goal 3.8.2 Lands With Natural Hazards by requiring a new drainage plan for the Property should the Property or adjacent property currently used for drainage be sold by the Application. The Application is in substantial conformance with numerous aspects of the Edwards Area Community Plan including,but not limited to, Goal LU 1, Goal OSR 1, Goal OSR 2, Goal OSR 3, Goal AC 2,Goal AC 3,Goal CC 1,Goal NR 1, and Goal ED 1 as the Application allows for the Property's integration into the Sonnenalp Driving Range and overall golf course which are a component of the Singletree community character,contributes to the open and active recreational lands of the Edwards Area; proposes parking that is adequate and appropriately configured; does not impact sensitive wildlife or natural resource lands; and contributes to the Edwards Area economy and local values. The Application conforms to the Active Recreation/Infrastructure designation of the Active Recreation/Infrastructure designation of the Edwards Area Plan Future Land Use Map and associated intent,character,and land use statements. The Application complies with the Eagle County Affordable Housing Guidelines as they are not applicable since no new commercial or residential uses are proposed. 2. Compatibility. The Application seeks to legalize a portion of an existing golf driving range that is generally compatible with existing and permissible uses on adjacent land, services, and infrastructure as outlined in ECLUR 5-250.B.2. The driving range on the Property previously existed and operated under a United States Forest Service("USFS")permit many years prior to the development of adjacent residential parcels to the South. There is currently a large berm with vegetation and trees between the driving range and the adjacent residential uses that mitigate the impact of the driving range use. The Property is surrounded by USFS managed lands to the east and north and the Sonnenalp Driving Range and Maintenance Facility to the west and south. The USFS managed lands are vacant and are not impacted by the Application. Both the Sonnenalp Driving Range and Maintenance Facility parcels are within the Berry Creek Ranch Planned Unit 2 Docusign Envelope ID:49655501-2AE3-4B69-9216-F38F7B3E4E59 Development and zoned for golf course use consistent with the driving range use identified in the Application. The Application does not propose any new development that is inconsistent with the surrounding golf course and residential uses. 3. Zone District Standards. That,with Condition 3 provided below,the Property will be brought into conformance with the requirements of the Resource Zone District standards as required by ECLUR 5-250.B.3. The Property is currently an illegal,nonconforming lot. However, Condition 3 ensures that the Property will be legalized through the Subdivision Exemption Process prior to issuance of the SUP,and the SUP ensures that the driving range uses may occur on the nonconforming lot. All other uses and improvements on the Property meet dimensional limitations applicable in the Resource(R)zone district. 4. Design Minimizes Adverse Impact. That,with Condition 1 stated below,the driving range reasonably avoids adverse impacts, including visual impacts,to adjacent properties related to trash,traffic,service delivery,parking and loading,noise, odors, glare,vibrations,or other nuisances issues as required by ECLUR 5-250.B.4. The existing driving range use identified in the Application has not generated adverse visual impacts or adverse impacts related to trash, traffic, service delivery,parking and loading, odors,noise, or glare. The Practice Range Mitigation Plan required by Condition 1, and attached as Exhibit B, ensures that the Application reasonably avoids other nuisances related to the driving range use, including the risk of stray golf balls injuring persons or damaging adjacent property. Specifically,the alignment of tee boxes, varied mowing patterns,planting and maintenance of vegetation and trees on the berm between the driving range and adjacent residential properties,warning signage,consistent monitoring of the driving range, and other mitigation measures identified in the Application all reasonably mitigate the impacts of the driving range use. 5. Design Minimizes Environmental Impact. The driving range minimizes any environmental impact and will not cause deterioration of natural resources as required by ECLUR 5-250.B.5.No critical wildlife habitat has been identified on the Property, the Application does not impact scenic resources, and the USFS Decision Notice submitted with the Application demonstrated that the driving range use on the Property did not have a significant environmental impact. 6. Impact on Public Facilities. The driving range will be adequately served by necessary facilities and services including roads,water and sewer,police,and fire protection as required by ECLUR 5-250.B.6. Access to the Property has been established pursuant to an easement recorded in the Eagle County Clerk and Recorder's Office at Reception No. 202401248. Potable water and wastewater facilities are available on adjacent properties owned by the Applicant. The Application does not trigger requirements for pedestrian paths,parks,or school dedication fees. Police,Fire, and Emergency Medical Service providers did not identify any concerns with the Application. 7. Site Development Standards. The Application,with the approved variations and Condition 2 provided below, is in compliance with the Site Development Standards of ECLUR Article 4 as required by ECLUR Standard 5-250.B.7. Parking, landscaping, illumination, signage, sidewalk, grading, erosion,utility, water supply, sanitary sewage disposal, and impact fee standards are not triggered by the Application. The Application does not propose new development and natural resource and environmental protection standards are satisfied. The Application satisfactorily addresses noise and storage of hazardous materials. Roadway standards are addressed with the 3 Docusign Envelope ID:49655501-2AE3-4B69-9216-F38F7B3E4E59 approval of two variances: (1)a variation to the location of emergency vehicle pullouts pursuant to ECLUR Section 4-620.J.9.c(1)and(2)the driveway grade pursuant to ECLUR Section 4- 620.J.9.C.(1). The Board finds these variations are appropriate to obtain Desired Design Qualities as the variations allow the Application to integrate mixed golf course,access, and maintenance facility uses on the Property,which promote increased open space and efficient land use patterns by avoiding the need for construction of a new driveway. Drainage standards are met with Condition 2 as discussed above. 8. Other Provisions. This standard is met as it is not applicable. NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of the County of Eagle, State of Colorado: THAT,this Application for a Consolidated Special Use Permit is hereby approved, subject to the following conditions agreed to by the Applicant, and that violation of any condition shall be the basis for revocation of this approval pursuant to the ECLUR: 1. The Applicant shall comply with and enforce the Practice Range Mitigation Plan. 2. A change in the land use or ownership of either the Property or the adjacent property(Berry Creek Ranch Filing 4 Tracts A and B)will require a new drainage plan that demonstrates conformance with the Drainage Standards in ECLUR Article 4, Section 4-650-Drainage Standards, or as updated. 3. The Applicant shall obtain approval of the Subdivision Exemption application SE-009357- 2023 prior to the approval or approval with conditions of this SUP Application in order to establish the Property as a legal lot. THAT,the Board directs the Department of Community Development to provide a copy of this Resolution to the Applicant; and THAT,the Board hereby finds,determines and declares that this Resolution is necessary for the health, safety,and welfare of the citizens of Eagle County. [Remainder of page left intentionally blank] 4 Docusign Envelope ID:49655501-2AE3-4B69-9216-F38F7B3E4E59 MOVED, READ AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of the County of Eagle, State of Colorado, on this 27th day of August, 2024, nunc pro tunc July 2nd, 2024. c-- Signed by: 0, N. COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF 1( 14-.1 COLORADO, By and Through Its BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS raoR o° ATTEST: signed by: AA` A sig_nneed by:-I E rtlittUt Scuir F9067F246896440 By: 81C762D718C0473... Clerk to the Board Matt Scherr Chair Do..cuSiignedby: .try CA1AC1281-8M17n... Jeanne McQuenney Commissioner ,-Signed by: RuAyul E8844n3... Kathy Chandler-Henry Commissioner Commissioner McQueeney seconded adoption of the foregoing resolution. The roll having been called,the vote was as follows: Commissioner Scherr Aye Commissioner McQueeney Aye Commissioner Chandler-Henry Aye This resolution passed by 3/0 vote of the Board of County Commissioners of the County of Eagle, State of Colorado 5 Docusign Envelope ID:49655501-2AE3-4B69-9216-F38F7B3E4E59 Exhibit A LEGAL DESCRIPTION Legal Description: Lot 1, Sonnenalp Driving Range Exemption Plat, a part of Section 3, Township 5 South, Range 82 West of the Sixth Principal Meridian, Lot 7 County of Eagle, State of Colorado. Parcel Description: A parcel of land situated in the NE 1/4 NW 1/4 of Section 3, Township 5 South, Range 82 West of the Sixth Principal Meridian, said parcel also being known as Government Lot 7, Section 3, Township 5 South, Range 82 West of the Sixth Principal Meridian per the plat thereof recorded April 23, 2001 with the United States Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management, said parcel being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a found 2 '/2" iron pipe found marking the SW corner of the NE 'A NW '/a of Section 3, Township 5 South, Range 82 West of the Sixth Principal Meridian; thence N01° 14'07"E 720.83 feet to a found 3 1/4" aluminum cap on a 2 '/2" iron pipe B.L.M. monument; thence S32°25'01"E 448.17 feet to a found 3 1/4" aluminum cap on a 2 %2" iron pipe B.L.M. monument; thence S84°11'S5"E 383.22 feet to a found 3 1/4"aluminum cap on a 2 '/2" iron pipe B.L.M. monument; Thence S00°03'05"W 308.04 feet to a set 1 '/2" aluminum cap on a No. 5 rebar,'P.L.S. No. 30091; thence N89°35'58"W 636.79 feet to said found 2 %2" iron pipe found marking the SW corner of the NE 1/4 NW 1/4 of Section 3, Township 5 South, Range 82 West of the Sixth Principal Meridian, said parcel containing 5.916 acres, more or less. 6 Docusign Envelope ID:49655501-2AE3-4B69-9216-F38F7B3E4E59 EXHIBIT B PRACTICE RANGE MITIGATION PLAN 7 Docusign Envelope ID:49655501-2AE3-4B69-9216-F38F7B3E4E59 6 ASPEN SAVA REE® We Care For What You Love Sonnenelp Club March 26, 2024 Vail, CO Attn: Neil Tretter I visited the club on the afternoon of March 26th to review a group of trees located on a large berm on the south edge of the driving range. This berm separates the driving range from a residential area and street. These trees provide valuable screen visually and for errant golf balls. You had asked for a basic visual assessment of the trees to determine tree condition and to identify any notable cultural, environmental, insect or disease issues and to make recommendations on improvements. I inspected the row of trees visually from the ground. I did not inventory the trees, measure them or perform any advanced diagnostic inspection. There was several inches of snow on the ground at the time of my visit and the trees were dormant with no foliage on the deciduous trees. I was able to assess basic condition and determine live from dead material. Some indicators of tree vigor were not available for my review at this time. The irrigation system was also not in operation and I was not able to see much of the system or evaluate its functionality. It did appear that the trees were on a drip system but I could not determine the condition or if these lines were available to all of the trees. We would be happy to return and review or provide a more detailed assessment if desired during the growing season. The site conditions appeared to be good overall for tree growth. Their were various indicators that the golf course side of the berm was receiving significantly more irrigation than the trees on the residential side. Soils looked rocky and well drained where it was not covered in snow. The trees consisted of cottonwood, aspen, spruce, pinyon and one Austrian pine. Overall the trees were in fair condition with the cottonwoods being the weakest overall. The spruce and pines appeared to be generally healthy and did not observe symptoms or signs of any significant insect or disease issues. Some minor secondary fungal issues were present on the aspen and cottonwood but this was not significant or out of the ordinary with these species of trees in this area. Two of the largest cottonwoods in the group were leaning significantly and have the potential to fall over in above normal wind conditions. There was significant mechanical damage that appears to have been caused by deer or elk on all of the trees with some being heavily impacted. The spruce trees were in overall good condition with no signs of insect or disease activity. Some mammal browse damage was evident on the lower limbs and their were two recently installed spruce in the group that had some significant damage from this impact. The larger more mature spruce displayed good color and growth but did have a significant amount of dead material in the lower portions of the trees. the largest group of these trees is also being crowded by suckering cottonwood stems, some multi stemmed shrubs and a volunteer Siberian elm growing in the the canopy of the trees. The pines were in fair condition and also had significant amounts of dead and broken limbs. Some signs of boring insects were noted in the stems of some of the pinyon but these beetles were not causing mortality at this time. These trees were excessively leggy as they are likely receiving more than optimal water during the season. These plants are adapted to dry conditions and put on excessive growth when watered heavily. Some of the pines were also Carbondale, Steamboat Springs, Ridgway Colorado (970)963-3070 www.savatree.com Docusign Envelope ID:49655501-2AE3-4B69-9216-F38F7B3E4E59 6 ASPEN SAVA REE® We Care For What You Love being crowded out by cottonwood suckers and this is causing negative impacts to several of these trees. There are 3 groups of aspen on the west side of the berm that are in poor to fair condition overall. These trees have been heavily impacted by wildlife and significant trunk damage was noted. Limited signs of insect or disease activity was notable with the exception of some cytospora canker on heavily mechanically damaged stems and limbs. Dead limbs and stems were noted in each of the trees. Their are over 50 individual cottonwood stems on the berm making up the majority of the trees in the grouping. Many of these stems were root sprouts coming up as volunteers from the original plantings. The trees vary greatly in size from small 2 inch shoots to large single stemmed trees over 20 inches in diameter. All of these trees had significant amount of dead limbs with one tree being entirely dead in the group. The amount of root sprouting is excessive and this density is causing the individual stems in the groupings to compete and perform poorly overall. There is heavy mechanical damage on many of the stems from wildlife on these trees as well. I did not observe signs or symptoms of insect or disease but the majority of significant pests on this species are leaf feeders that would not be present at this time of the year. The two largest stems are leaning very heavily and unnaturally. It is likely that these trees could fail. The location of the trees does not present a likelihood that much property damage or personal injury would occur but if they do fail they could damage and destroy valuable understory spruce and pine trees. General Recommendations for all of the trees include: • Removing dead, broken or damaged limbs from all trees will benefit health and aesthetic value. • An evaluation and audit of the irrigation system would be beneficial once the system is running. The trees have grown since the drip system was installed and the needs are variable between the trees depending on size and species. It may be beneficial to increase irrigation efforts on the residential side of the berm and decrease frequency of irrigation where possible on the golf course side. • A soil test could be valuable to determine basic fertility needs which could lead to fertility recommendations. • All of the trees should be inspected by a qualified arborist 1-2 times annually during the growing season to determine if treatment for leaf feeding pests is required. • Some of the trees have ties wrapped around the tree stems to hold up a protective netting for golf balls. These ties should be adjusted annually to avoid girdling of stems. • All trees could be fenced from fall to spring and this could reduce wildlife damage annually. • Supplemental irrigation in fall and early spring when irrigation systems are off and soil temperatures are above freezing with no snow present can be very beneficial at reducing stress. This especially critical in trees less than five years from installation. Spruce and pine specific recommendations: • These trees should have low dead limbs removed to improve aesthetics and to promote new low growth in the tree canopies. • All pines in the region have significant pressures from various bark beetles and annual preventive sprays would be advisable. • Areas where cottonwood and other faster growing deciduous trees and shrubs are crowding these trees should be identified and competing stems removed. Ridgway Colorado 970 963-3070 www.savatree.com Carbondale, Steamboat Springs, g y ( ) Docusign Envelope ID:49655501-2AE3-4B69-9216-F38F7B3E4E59 6 ASPEN SAVA REE® We Care For What You Love • Soil applied root and soil bio-stimulants could improve root growth and overall vigor of all of these trees. • Reducing frequency of irrigation and removing drip emitters could help these trees to dry between watering which is more appropriate for these tree species overall. Cottonwood and aspen specific recommendations: • Removal of all dead, damaged stems and limbs would greatly improve tree health and vigor as many pathogens spread through dead and dying stems. These trees also are prone to decay within stems and removal of broken and dead limbs can reduce this. • In areas where heavy root sprouting is noted thinning of these stems is recommended. Removal of 20-30 percent of these stems will reduce competition and improve the overall heath and longevity of the stands as a whole. • These trees should be monitored and treated as needed 1-3 times annually for leaf feeding insects and mites. • The two large leaning trees should be evaluated carefully once they leaf out and root zone areas are inspectable. At this time a more accurate assessment of the likelihood of failure could be made. • Some cottonwoods have old plastic trunk protectors embedded in tree stems that should be removed where possible. Our company would be happy to provide further analysis or review of these or other trees on the property in the future. We could also provide pricing for any of the recommendations or other tree related items you should require. Please feel free to contact me at any time with any questions or further requests. Thanks for the opportunity to share this information. Sincerely, I / Jason Jones Board Certified Master Arborist #RM-0734B Carbondale, Steamboat Springs, Ridgway Colorado (970)963-3070 www.savatree.com Docusign Envelope ID:49655501-2AE3-4B69-9216-F38F7B3E4E59 0 ASPEN SAVA REE® We Care For What You Love Ir i , v l'7 of 1 41• r, ✓ , ' a, h� r, ✓� + r t alb{ o,; .,t1I' • . v^ r t R v4A� 1 _ a y r_ 6 y '1 yr` - -..4 t F �`g=I .�.. t /.... ( fr# ,� � , ! "!. a� a • fr'c k s' AL y3, `�?+,-r, X 5; ' if / % ` . •lt ter` ti _ t.f+� , ,t i' �• j�y! •.:-- , t a!• ' .,.`"'f .. h,, F$ ..„14 ,* r.SS .ilk.. ,., Photo showing trees and shrubs crowding valuable spruce trees. 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Hitting Station alignment every morning a. Every morning, the Hitting Stations are purposely aligned to the West (away from Las Vistas). There is a blue target flag at the top of the range (approximately 200 yards away). The Hitting Station dividers, as well as the crates holding the golf balls, are aligned so that the inside leading edge of both is pointing 15 yards left of the blue target flag. R is y 11 j �_.. L $ :. .YEA•. n . t 4� z4tyK .+:� "" .� 2xi., r...rriya . � '+1 - .'af rv�f'rta'g. 45E a 2. a. This helps the golfer align their feet, knees, and shoulders to the left. It helps them to set up "away" from Las Vistas before they swing and make contact with the golf ball. 3. New Tee Box Construction a. We constructed a new Driving Range Tee Box last year that turned our tiered hitting area into one, larger teeing area. This not only increased the square footage of turfgrass, it also shifted the direction of the tee box 7 degrees to the west (away from Las Vistas). See Appendix G. 4. Mowing Pattern a. The mowing pattern on the driving range, intentionally, is mowed in a Southeast to Northwest direction. These patterns or "lines" will, again, organically move the golfer's eyeline and focus away from Las Vistas. 5. Native Grasses on the Berm a. During the summer, we let the native grasses on the right (East) side of the Driving Range grow wild. This provides another visual delineation for the golfers. It lets them know to aim more left (West) towards the mown areas and away from Las Vistas. 6. Berm Construction and Tree Planting a. The Club has planted and maintained numerous trees as a barrier on the East side of the Driving Range. The Club has also constructed tall berms on the East side of the Driving Range to assist in keeping rolling or low shots from entering Las Vistas. Docusign Envelope ID:49655501-2AE3-4B69-9216-F38F7B3E4E59 7. Signage a. We have signage on the driving range asking golfers to be cognizant of our Las Vistas neighbors and to aim away from the housing on the East (right) side of the range. b. There are two signs. One, at the top the stairs as you enter the Practice Range, and one next to the hitting stations. c. See Appendix A. 8. High Volume Shot Tracking a. We schedule two, one hour, observation sessions each week during our projected highest volume times at the driving range. i. The Tracking Sheet we use is 11 . b. We will also take unscheduled trips to the range to observe and track as well. 9. "Hot Line" Response and Tracking a. If damage from a ball hit at the Driving Range occurs, home owners at Las Vistas should immediately call 970-477-5374. This is the direct line to the Golf Shop. b. Golf Shop staff will take the call. They are trained to handle these calls and will log it ( , and then fill out an incident report (111). We have an internal management system called HotSos where the incident is logged as well. c. The GM, Head Golf Professional, 1st Assistant Professional, or Operations Manager will then be sent to the Driving Range to assess the situation and take action. We will follow up the caller within 24 hours of the original call. d. If there is damage, our goal is to act quickly enough to see if we can assess who hit the errant shot and let them know that there was damage to property. 2024 Mitigation Steps 1. New Tree Plantings, Extend East Side Native Grasses, and Add New Turf to the Northwestern Corner of the Driving Range a. See Appendix D. b. 12 new trees on the East side — see Appendix for placement i. Tree Estimate ppendix E. c. Native "un-mown" grasses will be extended further West. d. Turf grass will be planted in the Northwest corner of the Driving Range 2. Arborist to Assess Tree Health a. Complete b. See attached file. c. Our plan is to follow the arborist's recommendations with regards to tree health 3. Possible Video Surveillance Portable, solar powered, with cloud video storage — anywhere from $3,000 - $8,000. The Clubhouse does not have a clear line of sight to the Driving Range. If there is an incident on the range that involves damage to property and we can establish a window of time that it may have occurred, video surveillance with cloud storage will provide us with the ability to see who was practicing at that time. Docusign Envelope ID:49655501-2AE3-4B69-9216-F38F7B3E4E59 IRV moor WIRE- I =RC Appendix A • .4(,it ..1 I 1 11 lonnencilp Club - Golf is hard! But please aim away from our neighbors on the right. In Colorado, any damage caused to private property is the sole responsibility of the person who hit the errant golf ball. If you believe you may have caused damage, please let the Golf Shop know immediately. Thank you for your help! .- .� t� 'llr it Y S` _�.: . lU 7. 911 y � �. f # Golf is hard! Docusign Envelope ID:49655501-2AE3-4B69-9216-F38F7B3E4E59 But please aim away from our neighbors on the right. In Colorado, any damage caused to private property is the sole responsibility of the person who hit the errant golf ball. If you believe you may have caused damage, please let the Golf Shop know immediately. Thank you for your help! �fa rx- .,U wr"LL 7: .�f�, , trgir f Y'w .f _ �''.. .-. 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I hr.must ship or be pulsed up within 10 dassof digging or acres al.. !time trees are as astable oats during i_1(I tllil(cld I'rl'Ifct,hll F,?^ spring or fall digging season as quoted.I title s.alley V.holesuk Nurser guaranicos all material to be true to RAMC and sat art,and wall not he liable for an.amount greater than the anginal purchase prier.%It other guarantee is esprensed or implied..111 prices and as arlaMlits are subject to change.I his price quote is conditional on purr base order or subcontract trims fulls acceptable to I silk\alln V.bolcsak Nursery.If the account is not paid on or before Ni das n Clines mg the date of the sassier.in addition to interest at customer shall also pa.all clots of colter ton including reasonable atiornesn ken and cents. I /I AI. l astomer %ppros al&Date. Quote salad foe ill doss Docusign Envelope ID:49655501-2AE3-4B69-9216-F38F7B3E4E59 ire*0 l lonnenalP Hotel INCIDENT REPORT DATE: TIME OF INCIDENT: PERSON REPORTING INCIDENT: TYPE OF INCIDENT(theft.accident.injury.etc.): ROOM NUMBER/LOCATION: DESCRIPTION OF INCIDENT: NAMES OF OTHERS INVOLVED: NAMES OF WITNESSES: FOLLOW-UP ACTION NEEDED: SIGNATURE OF PERSON MAKING REPORT: Distribution: Human Resources Director.General Manager Docusign Envelope ID:49655501-2AE3-4B69-9216-F38F7B3E4E59 ppendix G 2020 1107F/i. Ay yl k ,yyyy,. r l Aar, 41 4 4 41111 r s' r iii tioir - \ . - This is an aerial of the Driving Range from 2020. w You can see the 3 tiers of hitting areas and the 3600-AOB = _-4 28 ° two bunkers that have since been removed,The arrow denotes the natural alignment of the range which,in this photo, is-34 degrees AoB. 4 rr, h ,,