Washington County Planning Commission Minutes November 1, 2011

WASHINGTON COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION

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Minutes

November 1, 2011

Public Hearing

1. Call to Order

Chairperson Pippin called the Public Hearing to Order at 6:00 p.m.

Chairperson Pippin stated a change in the Agenda; the Commission would hear one item under the Regular Meeting Agenda under New Business before opening the Public Hearing.

2. Pledge of Allegiance

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by those in attendance.

3.

New Business

A. Proposed Economic Development Agreement

Mr. Town was in attendance and gave the opening comments on behalf of the Economic Development Group (EDG). Mr. Town stated the EDG met for several months stating last January and went through the process of deciding what was needed to implement the Economic Development Element in the Comprehensive Plan. The EDG produced a document called the Economic Development Agreement which was discussed at the September 20, 2011, Plannin Commission Workshop and which copies were provided to the Planning Commission for review. Mr. Town stated, about half way through the process they realized that historically the Chamber or Commerce has done the Economic Development for the County and to be able to implement the full Economic Development Agreement at this time is probably not feasible from a cost point of view, so the EDG produced a second document, which Mr. Everett will address, the new document basically says that for the money budgeted by the BOCC there services that can be delivered to begin implementing this agreement. What we are asking the Planning Commission to do is approve the Economic Development Agreement to implement the Comp Plan provisions and send to the BOCC, but we are not suggesting at this point that it needs to go out for bids. Mr. Town stated that secondly the  Economic Development Group was requesting the Panning Commission send the Chamber of Commerce service proposal (MOU) to the BOCC with the recommendation that is an interim step to get to the ultimate document, so it’s a 2 step process.

Mr. Ted Everett with the Chamber of Commerce addresses the Planning Commission reiterating that it was a two step process for Economic Development. The plan that is being requested to be forwarded to the BOCC is the Economic Development Agreement, Which leaves out a list of economic development policies and procedures. Mr. Everett explained the MOU lays out responsibilities for economic development as well as giving to the County periodic updates and information concerning County businesses and industrial parks. Mr. Everett stated is the Planning Commission would approve the Economic Development Agreement and forward to the BOCC for approval, then the Chamber would work with the BOCC to approve the MOU.

Mr. Everett stated the MOU lays out all responsibilities for economic development as well as giving the County periodic updates and information concerning businesses through-out the County and industrial parks.

Mr. Ackerman asked Mr. Everett if he was asking for funding. Mr. Everett stated he wasn’t, that the Economic Development Agreement was not funded here, but would be funded from the County through the MOU. Mr. Everett stated the MOU agreement basically took away the hand-shake between the County and the Chamber of Commerce, and says for the money contributed to the Chamber of Commerce from the County this is what will be asked for in return.

Mr. Ackerman stated since the funding from the County to the Chamber of Commerce had been reduced from Forty Thousand to Twenty-five Thousand, that doesn’t give a lot, to operate on, but does give them an initial step to start operating.

A motion to approve the Economic Development Agreement and forward to the BOCC, was made by Mr. Ackerman and second by Mr. Kelly. Motion passes.

4. Adjournment

Chairperson Pippin adjourned this portion of the regular meeting at 6:10 p.m.

Public Hearing

1.  Call to Order

Chairperson Pippin called the Public Hearing to Order at 6:11 p.m.

2. Rhythm DRI – Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Planned Unit Development Request

Mr. DeRuntz opened the meeting by explaining this was part of the public awareness process that the County incorporated into the Comprehensive Plan/Land Development Code. Mr. DeRuntz stated what is being brought forth was an application for Development of Regional Impact, a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, and a Planned Unit Development, which is a designated land use for the Future Land Use Map (FLUM). Mr. DeRuntz explained the county has two classifications for FLUM Amendments, a small scale amendment and a large scale amendment. The large scale amendment is over 10 acres. Mr. DeRuntz explained since Rhythm exceeded 250 residential units it automatically fell into the DRI process.

Mr. DeRuntz briefly went over the required State review process required for a DRI approval.

Mr. DeRuntz stated Rhythm has been through its 3^rd Sufficiency, and then there was a Transmittal with the proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendments. The West Florida Regional Planning Council has reviewed this application and found it consistent with the Regional and local Comprehensive Plans. The application is now before the local government for a Public Hearing. After the Planning Commission review, they will make a recommendation to send it to the Board of County Commissioners, upon approval, a Development Order would be sent to Community Affairs/Regional Planning Council, and then there is a 30 day appeal process.

Mr. DeRuntz gave and over-view of the land use areas surrounding the DRI, and the proposed development site plan.

Ms. Linda Shelley was present representing the applicant. Ms. Shelley gave a status of where the development process was, Ms. Shelley stated that after the 3 Sufficiency Reviews, and all the agencies comments and all the changes to the project, there was a report from the Regional Planning Council,. Ms. Shelly stated that there were 31 conditions recommended by the Regional Planning Council. Ms. Shelley stated they have worked with the Washington County Staff to make sure they are meeting the intent of those recommended conditions. Ms. Shelley stated the BOCC would take 3 actions, first adopt a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, DRI Development Order (which protects the County) and PUD.

Debbie Preble, an Engineer with Genesis spoke regarding storm water, waster water and water resources. Ms. Preble stated that Rhythm was being developed using law impact development techniques. Ms. Preble stated a variety of storm water treatments will be used which have a goal of maintaining the natural water flow and maintaining the existing hydrology. Ms. Preble stated their waste water treatment plant would be treating the water to advanced waste water standards, which is probably unprecedented in this area. The water that comes out of the waste water treatment plant will actually meet drinking water standards. Ms. Preble stated they would use the treated waste water to minimize the need for irrigation water on the road right-of-was and some of the common areas. Ms. Preble stated they have a number of water conservation measures they are implementing for the Florida Friendly Landscaping; they expect to minimize the amount of water pumped out of the ground. There will be vegetative Florida Friendly bumpers around the boundary of the property, as well as around all the wetlands that run through the property. The Water Management District has asked that the Development meet Outstanding Florida Water (OFW) criteria. Ms. Preble stated they were monitoring for water quality as well as the draw down from the wells they would be putting in. Ms. Preble showed exhibits regarding the placement of their wells, which would be 750 feet from the nearest property boundary; they estimate the draw down to be 1 foot.

Mr. Kelly asked if the Rhythm wells would be affecting the same aquifer as the wells Bay County wanted to drill. Ms. Preble said she had not studied the Bay County wells, and was not prepared to address that, but Rhythm wells would have less impact on the aquifer due to the geography and volume, there proposed amount is 692,000 gallons per day, at build out.

A citizen from the audience asked Ms. Preble if she could guarantee their wells would not affect the springs feeding Econfina Creek. Ms. Preble states that once Rhythm has their Development Order, they have to go through a rigorous process with the Water Management District, and will have to address all the issues that has been raised to get the permit to drill the wells, and if they are unable to demonstrate that the minimum flow in Econfina Creek that has been promised to Bay County through their agreement with the NWFWMD can’t be maintained, then Rhythm will not be able to get their permit.

Ms. Preble went over some of the transportation issues. Ms. Preble stated it has been their goal to work with Bay County to obtain access to Hwy 231, they have has several meeting and conversations with Bay County and will continue to do so, recently Bay County has written to Washington County to have meetings regarding this. Ms. Preble stated that Washington County has expressed their interest in the roads going from north to west. While Washington County is enthusiastic about Rhythm working with Bay County regarding access to 231, they have asked the Developer to concentrate on the roads in Washington County, and that is what they have done. Rhythm has agreed that prior to recording of the first plat, they will pave segments C, D, E, and F which will give access to the existing roads north and west. Ms. Preble stated that a condition before starting Phase II, Washington County authority under the development order to determine which roads the developer will repair.

Ms. Preble stated the development has been completely changed now; there will be no pool and no golf course.

In response to Mr. Ackerman Ms. Preble named the following roads that would be paved prior to recording the first plat, they are; (c) – New Buckhorn Blvd from the intersection of Scott Road running north west to the intersection of the round-a bout; (d) – Buckhorn Blvd from intersection of the round-a-bout running north west to Quail Hollow Blvd approximately 2.3 miles; (e) – Quail Hollow Blvd from the end of the current pavement just north west of the intersection of Buckhorn Blvd running north west to the intersection with Orange Hill; (f) – Orange Hill Blvd from the intersection of Quail Hollow Blvd north to the permanent paved section of Orange Hill Blvd. (g) – Hartford Blvd from the intersection of Orange Hill Blvd west of the intersection with Washington Blvd.

After the presentation from Rhythm DRI, the board opened the floor for questions and comments from the audience:

Mr. J. Dan Gilmore from Pensacola, Personal Representation of Todd Land Trust, which own approximately 3000 acres east of the Rhythm DRI in Jackson County, stated his firm has had their engineers and planners take a look at the plans and have researched their data and analysis. Mr. Gilmore stated they were in strong support of the development, Mr. Gilmore stated the County has a great opportunity to have something beautiful and long lasting and it definitely fits in with their plans for development.

Mr. John Legg of 497 Buckhorn Blvd. Mr. Legg stated that we do not need more vacant lots in Washington County. Mr. Legg stated that Rhythm could easily fail, as many of their housing developments have. Mr. Legg stated developers have come into Washington County with their marketing research that supports their development, and yet they remain empty lots. Mr. Legg requested they fill up the empty lots first and then look at new development. Mr. Legg stated he hears many people say we need growth, and he agrees, however Washington County has only grown 18.7% in the last 10 years. Mr. Legg stated “we don’t need Rhythm”, Rhythm will have a major impact on our most important natural resource, Water. Its deep wells will consume more water per day than the city of Chipley. Mr. Legg stated that Rhythm’s several irrigation wills that will being that figure even higher. Mr. Legg stated that neighboring wells outside the Rhythm project may be affected, and could even go dry. Mr. Legg stated that Rhythm’s wells will only benefit its residents, at the expense of those residents who were there before Rhythm. Mr. Legg stated the Rhythm sewage plant is an ecological disaster waiting to happen, it sits adjacent to Goshun Creek, which drains in to Econfina, which is the head water for Deer Point Lake Reservoir. Mr. Legg stated this could potentially expose Washington County to law suits from Bay County, EPA as well as other agencies. Mr. Legg stated the Rhythm traffic plan has been altered and the public has not been made aware of the changes.

Catherine DeRosia of 3274 Tumblecreek Blvd. Ms. DeRosia stated that after attending two of the Public Information Meetings regarding the development, several of the residents left those meetings very unsatisfied. Ms. DeRosia stated that most of their questions were not answered. Ms. DeRosia had a petition signed by 86 citizens directly affected by this development in Buckhorn Creek who are opposed to the Rhythm project, as well as a statement they elected her to read. Ms. DeRosia read the following statement. The Residents of Buckhorn Creek, Quail Hollow, and Country Oaks demand to have our voices heard at the Washington County Planning Commission Adoption Hearing, as well as the BOCC Adoption Hearing. We are opposed to this project as it will have a negative impact on the rural county life style we have, for the following reasons, water, noise (development to continue for 10 years), maintenance activity, increase traffic, events within Rhythm, sewage treatment plant, run-off into creeks main water supply. Ms. Ms. DeRosia stated the residents enjoy the serenity of their neighborhood, even though there are sacrifices (new vehicles more often, travel to work and by groceries) that’s why they chose to live there. Ms. DeRosia stated that most people work well into their 70’s, if the project is developed that would increase unemployment. The only 2 benefits Rhythm has been able to express is, tax revenue and road improvement, Ms. DeRosia stated she firmly believed the majority of the people in Rhythm, because of 231 would be going to Dothan or Panama City to shop, or the tax dollars would be kept in the development, thus not being a benefit to Washington County. Ms. DeRosia ended by asking the Planning Commission to think long and hard before approving this project, and saying “we don’t need Rhythm.”

Mr. Brian L. Bearwood, 353 Alford Rd, Certified Planner, Licensed Landscape Architect and serves as Senior Biologist for one of the well know engineering firms in Marianna, FL. Mr. Bearwood stated he was speaking on behalf of his own personal professional ethics in planning. Mr. Bearwood stated he has not thoroughly reviewed the documentation, but would like to say the design the consultants have worked on, they are using the latest and greatest techniques for storm water treatment. Mr. Bearwood stated he was present to speak in opposition of the project, for the following reasons; location, location, location is a valid word in the real estate community. Mr. Bearwood stated this project has 3 square miles of undeveloped property, and the nearest point is over 2 miles to the nearest paved road. Mr. Bearwood said in panning science today when property is developed it should be glued to onto property they already has utility lines and roadways, it’s apparent this property was purchased for development because it was cheap, it’s 3 square miles of cheap pine plantation, on that bases alone Mr. Bearwood stated he was opposed to it, he also stated that he believes if the land use change is made to support this DRI it will be a real step backwards for Washington County in terms of supporting suburban sprawl. Mr. Bearwood explained that suburban sprawl is really the same as urban sprawl, other than taking grant money and get subsidies and encouraging development outside the core areas of population and extend these suburban tentacles out in the country side and it ends up with nothing that’s really rural or urban. Mr. Bearwood stated he believed it would be wrong to violate the Comprehensive Plan that took so long to develop. Mr. Bearwood stated this project is the exact opposite of what the purpose of the Comprehensive Plan is for, which is to consolidate development for good stewardship of the land. The third reason Mr. Bearwood stated was that the marked would in no way support this, the current market does not support a demand for this property and he believed the purchaser of the property probably feels stuck. Mr. Bearwood stated that recent documentation shows these types of communities that tries to restrict children and have 55 and over requirements are dinosaurs, and are losing their market, in fact they are not sociologically or psychologically healthy to be separated from children. Mr. Bearwood stated as his personal expertise as a biologist and one of the reasons he moved to Washington County 20 years ago had to do with the Sand Hill Eco-system. He state that Washington County has a few remaining, although most have been destroyed with the pine plantations. Mr. Bearwood stated these 3 square miles is one of the few areas that is not developed. Washington County has lost a lot of beautiful sand hill lakes in the southern part of Washington County to developers. Mr. Bearwood ended by saying the last reason he is opposed to the development is critical to the head waters of Deer Point Reservoir.

John Foster, 1365 Watford Circle, Mr. Foster asked if there would be a medical facility on site? the next question Mr. Foster asked was where would the developer find 5400 dumb elderly people over 55 years old, and that would live in a subdivision 25 miles from a medical facility and ambulance service. Mr. Foster stated when these typed of subdivision were done in South Florida they had a medical in or close by. He said he didn’t understand the logic.

Mr. Harry Gunzal, 3365 Orange Hill, he stated this idea was all well and good, they get the permits and start, but nobody is selling anything. Mr. Gunzal stated Florida is one of the states that is going bankrupt from the housing market. Mr. Gunzal said he didn’t think believe it would give Washington County much of anything and in this financial world today he doesn’t believe it is going to work.

Nan Thompson, 319 Red Deer Rd, stated that her property backs up to the development. Ms. Thompson stated she has been to all the meeting regarding Rhythm, she said the audiences’ questions have not been answered. She would like to know if they are still developing, are they using Bay COunty roads or not, and will there be another public hearing? Ms. Thompson stated her main concern is the water and the drawdown of her well. Ms. Thompson wanted to know why the water figures the developer used were from 2008, and not up to date information. Ms. Thompson is also concerned about the proposed walking/biking trails, which comes right up to he property, and she would like to have protection. Ms. Thompson stated she has horses, chickens, cows, dogs, and children, and she would like to know how she is going to be protected from someone using those trails and sticking their hand through her fence and getting bit by her horse. Ms. Thompson stated the market developer is gearing to is from up north and she doesn’t believe they are going to enjoy hearing the neighing of the donkeys or the pig’s snorting. She has done a lot of research on the company developing this, they have been having a lot of financial trouble and struggling and their property taxes were in the rears until this year and it was a bank requirement they be paid to continue the 5 million dollar loan, they are trying to get. Ms. Thompson petitioned the Board to think very carefully on their decision, she has heard the day the development order has been drafter the property could be sold and the new owner could do anything with the property.

Chairperson Pippin stated the last statement was not correct, she said the development order would run with the land. Ms. Pippin stated the property could be sold, but would have to be developed with the same development standard. Ms. Preble with Rhythm confirmed that was the case. Ms. Preble stated the DO would be recorded in the Public Records, and that the county had the obligation to make sure the Development Order was tight enough to be sure what was going to be built on the land, no matter who owns it.

Mr. Legg addressed the Planning Commission again, with a document he said he received from the County regarding water draw down, showing the existing wells will be impacted by the Rhythm wells. Mr. Legg also had a copy of a letter he sent Commissioner Todd Abbott, showing a graph of the water table since the drought, Mr. Legg stated Commissioner Abbot never responded to his letter. Mr. Legg stated he believed this should be taken into consideration of the Planning Commission’s decision.

Mr. Henderson with Rhythm stated the water tab they are using is looking at the availability of water resources, it is based on information that foes bak a long time not just 2008, it goes back through all the record the Water Management District has. In fact, Mr. Henderson stated one of the documents shows a 20 to 30 foot variation in the water level over time, and that is with natural conditions. Mr. Henderson stated they were aware the County was currently in a drought and that had been taken into consideration. Mr. Henderson stated that after the findings of their engineers and geologist they are not concerned about the draw down, as well as a development order that states the developer will have two wells, which cuts the draw down in half, in addition Mr. Henderson said another condition in the development order is if there is ever a problem with the current landowners wells, Rhythm will fix it.

Ms. Nan Thompson responded by stating the current residents were just concerned about their water, as Washington County was about the wells Bay County wants to drill. Ms. Thompson stated that no matter how many wells are drilled, the water still comes from the bottom.

Ms. Catherine DeRosia responded to Mr. Henderson’s statement, that developer would pay current homeowners for their wells, Ms. DeRosia stated that at the information meeting, it was stated that the homeowner would contact the County, and the County would pay their Engineer to check the wells, when Ms. DeRosia asked if a trust fund would be set up for this, the response was that all the details haven’t been worked out yet. Ms. DeRosia also pointed out after a certain amount of units are occupied the developer no longer owns that, it is then a homeowners association, so in 3 to 5 years if there is no water, the developer is long gone, then it would become a civil matter with the homeowners association as to who is paying to re-dig the well.

Mr. Harry Gunzal stated that although the developer says they will only use 693,000 gallons of water per day for 5400 residents is low volume, and after the homeowners association takes over they can and will use a lot more water.

Mark DeRosia address the Planning Commission and asked if any of them had ever been down Econfina Creek, Mr. DeRosia stated he believed the was drinking quality, he said the project would affect Washington County as well as Jackson and Bay Counties.

Debra Horvath, 3388 Diddly Rd, Ms. Horvath stated she appreciated the interest of the developers for the paving of the roads as there are alot of them in the area. Ms. Horvath stated she didn’t want to beat the water subject to death, but she was concerned, having moved here from Bradenton Florida, she has seen what development does to a County. Ms. Horvath stated she did not know the biologist that spoke, but thought he made a lot of sense and good points, that most people don’t think about. Ms. Horvath is a native Floridian from Plant City, which use to look a lot like Chipley, but not anymore. Ms. Horvath stated that Washington County was beautiful and has an abundance of lakes, she also has a natural spring on her property, which she is concerned about. Ms. Horvath stated that all the natural spring in the development area does flow into Econfina Creek. Ms. Horvath stated she loved the area and chose to move out to the rural area. Ms. Horvath stated she was concerned about the sewage treatment plant, the smell. Ms. Horvath stated she was concerned about the language of the development order, and looked to the Planning Commission to make sure this property could not be used for any other purpose. Ms. Horvath stated she heard Mr. Henderson say more than once that the existing volunteer fire department is not sufficient, and she knows that for that number of people it will require emergency personnel, she asked if that burden fell on the County to provide, it is her understanding that Mr. Henderson does not want to build one in the development, so will it be relocated somewhere else. Ms. Horvath stated she had a lot of concerns, and that she wasn’t thrilled with having to go through the development on the little round about just to get to 231, she has concerns about the errors on the maps they provide, concerns about land use changes.

Chairperson Pippin addresses Mr. Henderson regarding the EMS situation. Mr. Henderson stated the developer was very interested in the EMS matter. Mr. Henderson stated they did not believe the current Country Oaks Fire Department would provide adequate travel time to the new development and that it should be moved to a closer location. Mr. Henderson stated that putting a new fire department on their land would not be in the best interest of the surrounding area, they would like to see it moved to the Quail Hollow/Orange Hill area.

Mr. Keown asked Mr. Henderson what percentage of the units they have sold. Mr. Henderson replied, zero, but they were looking at the 7 southern states for the draw area.

Mr. Chance voiced his concern regarding the age restrictive development not generating tax dollars for building and running new schools. Mr. Chance said people were not going to live here and go to school here if they don’t have jobs here. Mr. Chance also stated he was concerned about the market the developer was going for. Mr. Chance stated that currently the school board has half a million dollars short fall and he does not believe this project will generate jobs or provide tax dollar revenues and he is opposed to the project.

Mr. Henderson stated this project would not cost the County any money encouraged the audience and Planning Commission to meet with the staff and look at the things they are proposing and maybe get a better idea of what Rhythm is presenting.

Chairperson Pippin asked the water figure was based upon 692000 gallons per day at build out, since this seems to be the biggest concern, she asked Mr. Henderson if they had an estimate of percentage reduction of water consumption. Mr. Henderson reported they would have that at the next Planning Commission meeting.

Mr. Legg questioned as to how many shallow wells. Ms. Preble stated they did not expect to use shallow wells for anything other than irrigation.

Mr. DeRuntz addressed the concern regarding public hearing for the residents to attend. Mr. DeRuntz stated that this public hearing would be continued and could potentially go to December, Mr. DeRuntz also stated that the County was not moving forward with this development until there is a resolution with Bay County.

Due to outstanding issues between Washington County and Bay County, the staff recommended the continuation of the Public Hearing until the next Planning Commission meeting on December 6, 2011, at 6:00 p.m., therefore the scheduled BOCC meeting/public hearing that was advertised for November 21, 2011 at 9:00, will also be continued, due to no recommendation from the Planning Commission.

Chairperson Pippin stated that there being no further questions, the public hearing was adjourned at 8:30 pm, and will be continued to the December 6, 2011 Planning Commission Meeting.

Chairperson Pippin stated that there would be a 15 minute recess before the Planning Commission opens the Regular Meeting.

5. Regular Meeting

Chairperson Pippin Called the Regular Meeting back to Order at 8:45pm

6. Roll Call

Commissioners:

District 1 – Hilton Kelly

District 2 – Todd Anderson (excused)

District 3 – Al Keown

District 4 – Jim Ackerman, Vice Chairperson

District 5- David Morris

School Board – Cy Chance

Member at Large – Tonya Pippin, Chairperson

Staff in Attendance:

County Planner – Michael J. DeRuntz, CFM, Senior Planner

Interim County Manager – Steve Joyner

County Engineer – Chris Brunson attended for Cliff Knauer (Absent)

Planning Commission Secretary – Ellen Byrd (excused)

7. Board of County Commissioners Report – Rhythm DRI – Discussion

Mr. DeRuntz reported that the BOCC and the Development Team met and the changes proposed here tonight was a reflection by comments from the BOCC.

8. Approval of Agenda for November 2, 2011

Motion to approve the amended Agenda by Mr. Ackerman, Second by Mr. Keown. Coice Vote – Approved

9. Approval of Minutes for September 13, 2011 and September 20, 2011

Chairperson Pippin noted there was no meeting October 4, 2011, due to not having a quorum. Chairperson Pippin reminded the Planning Commission how imprtant it was to make every effort make the meetings.

Motion to approve the Minutes for September 13, 2011 and September 20, 2011 by Mr. Kelly, Second by Mr. Keown. Voice Vote – Approved

10. New Business

11. Old Business

A. Commissioner Todd Anderson’s Request

Due to Mr. Anderson’s interest of furthering his education, he has requested to stay on the Planning Commission, but he would like the meeting date changed.

Mr. Chance asked Mr. DeRuntz, if after the last meeting, which was cancelled due to a lack of a quorum, if he called  the Planning Commissioners who did not attend, spouses/employers and tell them they were not at the meeting. Mr. Kelly stated why should he, Mr. Chance replied that Mr. DeRuntz didn’t need to call his boss then. Mr. DeRuntz said that was initiated by a County Commissioner and he was asked to call the Superintendent of Schools. Mr. DeRuntz stated the Commissioner spoke with Dr. Cook first. Mr. Chance stated that was not the first time Dr. Cook had been called due to his absence.

Motion to request replacing Mr. Anderson, due to the conflict in his schedule, and keep the Commission meetings on the first Tuesday of the month, and change the time back to 5:00 pm, by Mr. Keown, second by Mr. Kelly.

Motion passed.

Chairperson Pippin stated that Mr. Chance had missed several meetings, and that she understood he was appointed to the position and that if he didn’t have the time, or the desire to be on the Planning Commission, then he should step aside. Mr. Chance stated he was a parent first.

12. Questions from the Floor – None

13. Adjournment

Motion to adjourn meeting by Mr. Ackerman, Second by Mr. Keown. Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned at 9:00 PM.

The next Planning Commission will be on December 6, 2011 at 6:00 p.m., in the County Annex Board Room.

Tonya Pippin