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From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: 5/14 Planning & Zoning Commission - Interest in Speaking Date: Thursday, May 14, 2020 1:53:49 PM From: Melissa <desert_angel04@yahoo.com> Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2020 5:51 PM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: RE: 5/14 Planning & Zoning Commission - Interest in Speaking Case number # MCP2019005 Hello my name is Melissa Janton, I live in Litchfield Park on 6014 N Almanza Ln. Email is Desert_angel04@yahoo.com. My phone number is 520-260-4796. I am Other. I do not wish to speak but I want my comment to be on record for the hearing. I am in opposition of the cross dock that is being proposed on camelback. I feel that there is a better place that this dock could be located instead on on the falcon golf course. It will cause more harm than good if it gets built. I believe that a park for kids and families could be built there instead if the golf course is an eye sore or for sale. -------- Original message -------- From: "Rachel Applegate (PND)" <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Date: 5/13/20 7:56 AM (GMT-07:00) To: "Rachel Applegate (PND)" <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: 5/14 Planning & Zoning Commission - Interest in Speaking Thank you for the registration for the May 14th Planning & Zoning Commission hearing. As follow up to attendance for the gotowebinar virtual public hearing, please let me know the following information to relay to the Chairman your interest in a planning case and if you would like to register support/opposition and interest in speaking during the hearing. Please response with the following information: § Case number § Your name, address, e-mail and phone number § Identify yourself as applicant / applicant representative / other § Indicate support or opposition § Indicate if you wish to speak or do not wish to speak Thank you, Rachel Applegate Senior Planner Maricopa County Planning & Development Department 501 N. 44th Street, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85008 Desk: 602-372-0318 | Fax: 602-506-3711 Rachel.Applegate@maricopa.gov From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: Case MCP2019005 - 5/14 Planning & Zoning Commission - Written submission below - No Interest in Speaking Date: Thursday, May 14, 2020 1:54:55 PM Attachments: image001.png image002.png Importance: High From: Doug and Michele Kerfoot <kerfootcrew@hotmail.com> Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2020 1:13 AM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: Re: Case MCP2019005 - 5/14 Planning & Zoning Commission - Written submission below - No Interest in Speaking Importance: High CASE: Cross Dock Facility - MCP2019005 Douglas & Michele Kerfoot 15012 W Pierson St Goodyear, AZ 85395 hm: 623-322-9058 cell:480-280-3891 Status: Other, impacted by case proposal(s) - residential property owner in the immediate vicinity impacted by the potential development Opposed Do not wish to speak at this time, but wish to have concerns addressed with respect to the following: Opposition concerns: current zoning of property is RU-43 which precludes light industrial use Its recreational usage now provides a buffer to the west-side speedway and airbase activity for all nearby residential and other low-impact conforming uses. A change of zoning to light industrial compromises east-side RU-43 development for the City of Goodyear-owned property and the environmental integrity of the nearby Liberty Water groundwater recharge facility. It also compromises surrounding residential property owner's property values and ease of movement. If the current proposal is only the 'first phase', subsequent 'phases' will only magnify impacts. anticipated traffic volume and impact in the forms of : traffic congestion, noise, road wear and tear/public cost Proposed daily volume of truck traffic is apparently 4,000 - 6,000 vehicles per day. This translates into 3-4 vehicles per minute 24 hours a day (assuming one- way traffic versus doubling if both entering & exiting?). This is an enormous increase to the already significant and growing Camelback Road traffic. Camelback traffic has been growing significantly already due to west-side residential and 303 corridor development, and access to Palm Valley V developments to the south and west of Falcon Golf Course are already more difficult. This development will worsen the situation several fold. The widening of Camelback Road to the west, all the way to 303 will certainly help. However, even if the proposed facility developer contributes to the cost of doing this, the long-term maintenance and wear and tear costs due to the magnitude of truck traffic proposed is not anticipated to be sufficiently mitigated. Look at the Glendale Road corridor between El Mirage and 99th Ave. for comparable issues in this regard. Adjacent residential property owners already deal with the noise along Camelback Road at peak times during the day, and with periodic/infrequent Luke AFB activity. The proposed facility will increase activity to 24 hours per day ... 24/7. appropriateness of location for this type of use A cross docking facility in this location is an isolated development, creating significant unnecessary impacts of surrounding current property owners, and would be more appropriately placed and consistent with other land users if placed within the 303 industrial corridor a short few miles to the west ... similar to the UPS faculty that is immediately adjacent to the 303 freeway, and other high- volume businesses such as REI, Dick's etc. Availability of impact analyses concerning: environmental impact, traffic congestion and solutions, 24/7 noise levels, and changes in surrounding property values? From: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Sent: Thursday, May 7, 2020 8:41 AM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: 5/14 Planning & Zoning Commission - Interest in Speaking Thank you for the registration for the May 14th Planning & Zoning Commission hearing. As follow up to attendance for the gotowebinar virtual public hearing, please let me know the following information to relay to the Chairman your interest in a planning case and if you would like to register support/opposition and interest in speaking during the hearing. Please response with the following information: Case number § Your name, address, e-mail and phone number § Identify yourself as applicant / applicant representative / other § Indicate support or opposition § Indicate if you wish to speak or do not wish to speak Thank you, Rachel Applegate Senior Planner Maricopa County Planning & Development Department 501 N. 44th Street, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85008 Desk: 602-372-0318 | Fax: 602-506-3711 Rachel.Applegate@maricopa.gov From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: Maricopa County Planning and Zoning Commission Date: Thursday, May 14, 2020 2:00:08 PM From: Mike Rico <ricotm30@hotmail.com> Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2020 9:30 AM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: RE: Maricopa County Planning and Zoning Commission Hearing Date: May 14, 2020 Agenda: Cross-dock industrial facility Case # MCP2019005 I would like to voice my opposition to the proposed zoning change and approval of this facility. I would like to speak but given the time constraint (I received notice yesterday of hearing) I cannot attend given the short notice. It seems ludicrous to me that a functioning golf course is the best move for the people of Maricopa County. There is vacant, raw land on both sides of the golf course. While a facility of this type would undoubtedly create jobs. is this really the best location. Is it in the peoples best interest to build this next to their neighborhood. Seriously, nearly next door. It seems to me there is more here that meet the eye and is the reason I have contacted Congresswoman Lesko's office to ask her to have her state counterparts to conduct a forensic audit of this project. It does not appear to be entirely above board and I believe the Commission members are not operating in the best interest of the majority of the people they represent. This is the statement I would make if I could attend in person. Thomas M. Rico 161532 W. Vale Dr., Goodyear, AZ ricotm30@hotmail.com 9492356522 From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: May 14th Meeting Maricopa County Planning and Zoning Commission Date: Thursday, May 14, 2020 1:52:36 PM -----Original Message----- From: David Anderson (OET) <David.Anderson@maricopa.gov> Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2020 4:12 PM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: FW: May 14th Meeting Maricopa County Planning and Zoning Commission David V. Anderson Business Engagement Manager 602-506-5764 –desk 480-528-2158 -cell -----Original Message----- From: Millie's Email <blueglo@msn.com> Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2020 3:08 PM To: David Anderson (OET) <David.Anderson@maricopa.gov> Subject: May 14th Meeting Maricopa County Planning and Zoning Commission Dear Mr. Anderson, This comment regards the Planning and Zoning Commission's pursuance of the Cross-dock along Camelback road. As a Registered voter Of Maricopa County, I wish to let the County Commission know of my strong disapproval of this project, in such close proximity to families and neighborhoods. The Cross- dock project would better serve our County built further out and along Maricopa County major highways or interstates. Sincerely, Mildred Yates Crawley From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: Propossed Crossdock facility on Camelback rd. Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2020 7:45:41 AM From: David Anderson (OET) <David.Anderson@maricopa.gov> Sent: Tuesday, May 26, 2020 7:44 AM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: FW: Propossed Crossdock facility on Camelback rd. David V. Anderson Business Engagement Manager 602-506-5764 –desk 480-528-2158 -cell From: Rocky Moore <rmooredhs@yahoo.com> Sent: Monday, May 25, 2020 6:50 PM To: David Anderson (OET) <David.Anderson@maricopa.gov> Subject: Propossed Crossdock facility on Camelback rd. Please pass along to vote against re zoning to allow the proposed cross dock facility on Camelback rd. This type of facility needs to be right next to a freeway not surrounded by our neighborhoods. This would destroy our neighborhoods. Thank you... The Moore family Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: Against proposed cross dock facilities Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2020 7:08:24 AM Rachel Applegate Senior Planner Planning & Development 602-372-0318 Rachel.Applegate@maricopa.gov From: Rocky Moore <rmooredhs@yahoo.com> Sent: Monday, May 25, 2020 6:59 PM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: Against proposed cross dock facilities My family strongly urges those involved to vote against any re zoning to allow the cross dock facility on Camelback rd. This facility needs to be right next to a freeway or surrounded by similar facilities not homes. This would change for the worse all if us who live near it's lives for the worst on a daily basis. PLEASE STOP THE CROSS DOCK FACILITY. Thank you. The Moore family... Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: Oppose FedEx Development Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2020 6:53:00 AM Rachel Applegate Senior Planner Planning & Development 602-372-0318 Rachel.Applegate@maricopa.gov -----Original Message----- From: Patrick McKenna <pcm8226@icloud.com> Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2020 4:37 PM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: Oppose FedEx Development Dear Rachel Just a quick note to say that we are in opposition to the FedEx Development planned for the Falcon Golf Course. We recently moved into the Cove at Palm Valley North and would prefer not to have additional traffic noise added to what we already have. Please notify us of any additional meetings where opinions can be expressed. Thank you Mr. & Mrs. Patrick McKenna From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: 5/14 Planning & Zoning Commission - Interest in Speaking Date: Thursday, May 14, 2020 1:59:37 PM Attachments: image001.png image002.png From: Nancy Fairchild <kansas323@hotmail.com> Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2020 9:12 AM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: Re: 5/14 Planning & Zoning Commission - Interest in Speaking Hello Rachel, Here is the requested information: Case number: MCP2019005 § Your name, address, e-mail and phone number: Nancy Fairchild / 4911 N Escondido Rd W / Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 / kansas323@hotmail.com / 623-986-0315 § Identify yourself as applicant / applicant representative / other: Other § Indicate support or opposition: I strongly oppose § Indicate if you wish to speak or do not wish to speak: I cannot speak as I have conference calls today. But I will be listening in on my computer to the meeting. But I want it to be noted that I strongly oppose this initiative. This is a residential area and Camelback is already a busy road. We have had deaths right up the road. Adding non-stop semi-truck traffic 24/7 will create safety issues not to mention noise and other pollution. There should be other land on the other side of the 303 where there are no residences that would be better options. Please do not put this facility in our residential neighborhood. It will reduce our property values on top of everything else. Thank you. Sincerely, Nancy Fairchild From: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2020 8:15 AM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: 5/14 Planning & Zoning Commission - Interest in Speaking Thank you for the registration for the May 14th Planning & Zoning Commission hearing. As follow up to attendance for the gotowebinar virtual public hearing, please let me know the following information to relay to the Chairman your interest in a planning case and if you would like to register support/opposition and interest in speaking during the hearing. Please response with the following information: Case number § Your name, address, e-mail and phone number § Identify yourself as applicant / applicant representative / other § Indicate support or opposition § Indicate if you wish to speak or do not wish to speak Thank you, Rachel Applegate Senior Planner Maricopa County Planning & Development Department 501 N. 44th Street, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85008 Desk: 602-372-0318 | Fax: 602-506-3711 Rachel.Applegate@maricopa.gov From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: 5/14 Planning & Zoning Commission - Interest in Speaking Date: Thursday, May 14, 2020 1:54:43 PM Attachments: image001.png image002.png From: Pamela Hackett <pjh_hackett@yahoo.com> Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2020 9:41 PM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: RE: 5/14 Planning & Zoning Commission - Interest in Speaking Case Number : MCP2019005 Pamela Hackett 15333 W Sells Dr, Goodyear 85395 Pjh_hackett@yahoo.com 602-689-2505 Other Opposition I do not wish to speak during the meeting at this time, but would like to give some public comments: As I understand it this land is currently a quiet golf course and I personally do not notice any traffic from it. The proposal to add 6000+ vehicles per day, many of them semi trucks, is absurd. This would destroy this Area which is primarily residential and farm land. I personally exit on 152nd Ave on a regular basis, and cannot Imagine what this drive would be like with that many additional vehicles added. This trucking facility will affect traffic, noise, air quality, and light pollution. I personally have asthma, and believe this Will adversely affect the air quality in a very negative way. I also am not aware that the effect of noise, air quality, and light pollution has even been looked at. The traffic study also only takes into account directly in front of the site in question. But Camelback Rd west of this location is a primitive road, with one lane each way, and a 4-way stop sign at an already busy intersection. It is difficult for me to even express how strongly I do not want this trucking facility at my back door. I have a family member that works at a similar type of trucking facility and I am very aware of the amount of dust and dirt they generate. It will very negatively affect home values, and the desirability of the area. There are many other plots of land available in the area that do not reside so closely to so many residents. If this Company is needing to relocate to the area I beg them to reconsider this land, and chose another area that will Not adversely impact so many people. I appeal to the planning and zoning board to please reject the request To rezone this land. Deny this trucking facility. Please deny it. You are the residents line of protection against This type of action. Pamela Hackett From: Rachel Applegate (PND) Sent: Monday, May 11, 2020 8:16 AM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) Subject: 5/14 Planning & Zoning Commission - Interest in Speaking Thank you for the registration for the May 14th Planning & Zoning Commission hearing. As follow up to attendance for the gotowebinar virtual public hearing, please let me know the following information to relay to the Chairman your interest in a planning case and if you would like to register support/opposition and interest in speaking during the hearing. Please response with the following information: Case number § Your name, address, e-mail and phone number § Identify yourself as applicant / applicant representative / other § Indicate support or opposition § Indicate if you wish to speak or do not wish to speak Thank you, Rachel Applegate Senior Planner Maricopa County Planning & Development Department 501 N. 44th Street, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85008 Desk: 602-372-0318 | Fax: 602-506-3711 Rachel.Applegate@maricopa.gov 14719 W. Grand Avenue, Surprise, AZ 85374 (623) 471-9550 Mail: PO Box 6030, Sun City West, AZ 85376 SunHealth.org May 1, 2020 Jennifer Pokorski, Director Maricopa County Planning and Development Department 501 N. 44th Street, Suite 200 Phoenix, AZ 85008 Re: Opposition and objection - Case No. MCP20190005 SMT Investors, et al - Cross Docking Facility, generally located north of the intersection of 152nd Avenue and Camelback Road in the Glendale area. Sun Health, a nonprofit organization, owns and operates a significant Life Plan Community – La Loma Village – near the proposed truck cross-dock facility. La Loma Village is located at 14154 S. Denny Blvd, at the intersection of W Camelback and Litchfield Road, in Litchfield Park, AZ. Our independent living community is home to over 150 residents with an average age of 83 years old. Many are still independent and continue to own and operate their personal automobile. In addition, our health center provides services to almost 90 residents ranging from assisted living to short term rehab, skilled nursing and memory support services. Along with our local community partners, the City of Litchfield Park, the City of Goodyear and Luke Air Force Base, we submit our opposition to the above-mentioned cross docking facility. [See attachments from the City of Litchfield Park, the City of Goodyear and Luke Air Force Base] We believe the facility will have an adverse impact on the City of Litchfield Park, where our community resides. The impact of a substantial increase in truck traffic on Camelback Road is concerning. Most notably the intersection of W Camelback and Litchfield Road, which is already busy and difficult to navigate for drivers including our residents, visitors and staff. Fewer traffic gaps, as a result of the increased capacity, will make entry on to Camelback Road more difficult and dangerous. Our residents were not included in the November 8, 2019 meeting to address their concerns over the project, namely increased truck traffic, pollution and noise. The La Loma residents have previously expressed concerns about the air quality in the area and its impact on quality of life for the citizens. The addition of such a substantial amount of truck traffic will significantly add to the particulates in the air and a further degradation of the air quality. This disproportionately impacts seniors and those with chronic conditions such as those living at La Loma Village. 14719 W. Grand Avenue, Surprise, AZ 85374 (623) 471-9550 Mail: PO Box 6030, Sun City West, AZ 85376 SunHealth.org We respectfully request that you do not approve this cross docking facility project. While we agree that there is a need for such services, this location is not appropriate and will negatively impact the health and wellbeing of the residents that live in the surrounding area. Paul Vanderveen VP of Real Estate Planning and Development Sun Health 14719 W. Grand Avenue Surprise, AZ 85374 SunHealth.org From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: Pictures and video to support my previous email Date: Monday, May 18, 2020 7:12:40 AM Attachments: image0.png Video.MOV From: Randy Rouse <randyvrouse@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, May 17, 2020 9:26 AM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: Pictures and video to support my previous email Hello, Attached is two screenshots of the Arizona Motorsports Park website. They claim compliance with county sound ordinances and being “good neighbors”. I’m also attaching a video I took on 05-17-2020, in my backyard. You can clearly hear the motorcycles inside and outside of our home. This just proves that a cross dock facility will be a 24/7/365 noise nuisance. Thank you, Randy Rouse From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: Opposition of cross dock facility. Date: Friday, May 15, 2020 7:08:54 AM -----Original Message----- From: Randy Rouse <randyvrouse@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2020 6:58 PM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: Opposition of cross dock facility. Hello, Case Number- MCP2019005 Randy Rouse, 15278 W Pierson St. Goodyear, AZ. 85395. (909)851-8580 Other/Oppose/Wish to speak I watched the Planning Commission meeting today(05-14-20) online and planned on verbally voicing my concerns. This meeting was cut short due to a quorum issue. I’m hoping this email can be added to the minutes since I won’t be able to attend the next online meeting on May 28th. I wanted to voice my strong opposition to the cross-dock facility that is planned at the Falcon Golf Club. After 22 years in law enforcement, I retired and moved to Goodyear from southern California. My wife and I adopted 3 special needs children, one who has severe asthma. We live on Pierson St, which is the first east/west street south of Camelback. Our backyard faces the empty field south of Camelback, we can literally see the Falcon Golf Club from our backyard. We chose this house because of the location and school district special education programs. This or any cross-dock facility does not belong in a residential or semi-residential area. The sound from diesel engines, Jake brakes, back up alarms, air brakes and idling do not blend well with residential neighborhoods. I’m afraid of how the added noise and pollution will affect my children, especially my 6-year old that already has asthma! As of right now, I can hear the generator running at the cell tower at night. The noise will only get worse with a 24/7 trucking operation 600 feet from my house. The design calls for extremely tall lights to be constructed on the property. I fear that these lights will be a nuisance and be visible from inside or outside of our home. We already have issues with the Arizona Motorsports Park and noise issues. They are clearly not following the sound ordinance guidelines. There are no repercussions and I fear the same for the cross-dock facility. The traffic will also be a major burden for everyone in the area. Traffic is bad enough now, it will only be worse if this facility is approved. Has anyone thought of how bad traffic gets when Luke Days are held? Or all the extra traffic during spring training. Imagine how bad it will be if this project is approved. I know the developer plans to use the defense that this is the only type of facility that can be built here. That’s wrong! They can build any commercial building that won’t produce a major influx of big rig trucks, noise, and pollution. I’m also aware that the vacant land south of Camelback is designated as light industrial/office space and large warehouses. But the larger warehouses are further west and closer to the 303 freeway, where they should be. This project needs to be moved west, closer to the 303 freeway. It does not belong this close to residential neighborhoods! Thank you, Randy Rouse From: Sara Gilligan To: clint.hickman@mail.maricopa.gov; Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: vote no Date: Thursday, May 14, 2020 10:24:27 AM Please consider voting no for the Cross Dock proposed for the Falcon Golf Course property. We live in Goodyear, in the Palm Valley 5 development directly south of the property. This location is not ideal due to traffic noise and SAFETY. Moving in with knowledge of the jet noise is one thing. Having a cross dock built directly across from our residential community was not what we signed up for! Thank you, Sara Gilligan From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: Falcon/Cross Docking Operation - Questions Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2020 12:16:49 PM Attachments: image001.png image007.png image008.png image009.png image010.png image004.png image006.png From: David Anderson (OET) <David.Anderson@maricopa.gov> Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2020 12:14 PM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: FW: Falcon/Cross Docking Operation - Questions David V. Anderson Business Engagement Manager 602-506-5764 –desk 480-528-2158 -cell From: Steve Anglin <SteveA@natlpump.com> Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2020 11:30 AM To: David Anderson (OET) <David.Anderson@maricopa.gov> Subject: Falcon/Cross Docking Operation - Questions Mr. Anderson, I am a resident of the Palm Valley Phase V neighborhood. We have lived in this area for 18 months since moving to Goodyear from a small town in northern Mississippi. We have enjoyed being here thus far. We selected this area because the covenants state that the neighborhood is surrounded by farm land. Gave us the impression that the area would not be encroached upon. Now it seems this is not the case. Things are a lot different here in the greater Phoenix area with regards to zoning. In my small town, we have defined areas of Industrial, Commercial, etc. and at no time were they allowed to impose rezoning into or around an established neighborhood area. All of these areas had “buffer” zones around them to prevent unwanted vehicle traffic, noise, pollution (either air or noise), or offensive activities like strip clubs, night clubs, liquor stores, etc. I find it strange that around here, we can have a goat farm next to a neighborhood, or next to an industrial area. Fully realizing that some of these areas are grandfathered in, I get that, but are they set to be re-zoned as soon as the current occupant vacates that property? And if so, to what? The questions that I would like to ask of the Board of Supervisors would be: 1. On what date did the Falcon property get rezoned to Industrial? 2. Crowley purchased the property in 2016 – how was it zoned when he purchased it? a. He stated in an article the other day that Golf Courses don’t make money. Then why did you buy it? You knew you were going to do this when you bought it! For him, it’s all about the mighty dollar, for us, it’s about our way of life. And this operation is going to impact our way of life dramatically. b. What’s next at the 303? A truck stop? Guess what all that brings? 3. He states he had “No inside lane” on how this was done & that nothing was done unfairly. Certainly doesn’t have that appearance to me. How could it if we’re told the truth about Questions 1 & 2? 4. What other properties up and down this area of Camelback do we need to review for zoning? a. Most of which should be agricultural, commercial, possibly Light Industrial. 5. The county already needs to address the traffic on this portion of Camelback, the area east of Falcon that goes down to 2 lanes needs to be increased to 4 lanes and the area west of Falcon towards the 303 needs to be addressed as well. Each day, under normal times, the traffic gets extremely congested in both of these areas. This needs to be addressed regardless of the Cross Docking operation. a. This area will be further impacted when the senior living housing goes in at the corner of Litchfield and Camelback. As you can see below, I operate a rather large organization here in the valley. So, as a business manager, I am also concerned as to how these things occur in the valley. I am a supporter of free enterprise and the ability for a company to expand & welcome those that want to come here. I understand the consequences of the tax base, etc. I am struggling with my own operation in Glendale and that I cannot increase the height of my building for additional capacity. But, no matter what, it all needs to be done in front of the public and with their support. We need to be partners. Industrial operations should only be allowed in certain areas of the valley – not wherever someone can get a smoking deal on some property…. I will be in attendance and am looking forward to the process. Kind regards, Steve Anglin President Office: 623-979-3560 I Mobile: 901-485-4701 I Fax: 623-979-2177 7706 North 71st Ave. I Glendale, AZ 85303 I Phone: 623-979-3560 I NationalPumpCompany.com Confidentiality Notice: The information contained in this e-mail and any attachments may be legally privileged and confidential. If you are not an intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, or copying of this e-mail is strictly prohibited. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender and permanently delete the e-mail and any attachments immediately. You should not retain, copy or use this e-mail or any attachments for any purpose, nor disclose all or any part of the contents to any other person. P Save the trees...please don't needlessly print this e-mail! From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: 5/14 Planning & Zoning Commission - Interest in Speaking Date: Thursday, May 14, 2020 1:55:08 PM Attachments: image001.png image002.png From: Steven Gitlitz <stevenhgitlitz@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2020 4:28 AM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: Re: 5/14 Planning & Zoning Commission - Interest in Speaking MCP2019005 Steven Gitlitz 14709 W Pasadena Avenue, Litchfield Park stevenhgitlitz@gmail.com, (845) 641-9634 I am a resident of the development directly adjacent to the Falcon G.C. I oppose the Crossdock Development. I am a mechanical engineer by profession with expertise in crossdock design for one of the largest retailers in the world. All the projects I design are in industrial areas with no housing developments nearby. The facilities are to have an extremely high volume of trucks with minimal regard for noise. For the developer to say this site will not negatively affect the localities is untrue. Despite the developer claiming they will build an access directly to the site, drivers can take any route they please. This includes the already busy camelback rd. The original proposed 3000 trips had now been increased to 6000 with no guarantee that will be the limit. Residential and light commercial areas aren't designed to handle this load nor should its residents be forced to have their lives adversely affected by it. I don't plan on speaking. Steven On Wed, May 13, 2020 at 1:54 PM Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@maricopa.gov> wrote: Thank you for the registration for the May 14th Planning & Zoning Commission hearing. As follow up to attendance for the gotowebinar virtual public hearing, please let me know the following information to relay to the Chairman your interest in a planning case and if you would like to register support/opposition and interest in speaking during the hearing. Please response with the following information: Case number § Your name, address, e-mail and phone number § Identify yourself as applicant / applicant representative / other § Indicate support or opposition § Indicate if you wish to speak or do not wish to speak Thank you, Rachel Applegate Senior Planner Maricopa County Planning & Development Department 501 N. 44th Street, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85008 Desk: 602-372-0318 | Fax: 602-506-3711 Rachel.Applegate@maricopa.gov -- Thomas J. Watson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences SUNY Binghamton University Class of 2012 (845) 641 9634 Received From:snegri@tidiproducts.com (Steven Negri) Submitted by direct email to PNDissuetrak. I am writing to voice my opposition to the proposed cross dock facility in Goodyear. I live in The Village at Litchfield Park and I think this is a poor fit for this location. The 6,000 truck trips a day is so inappropriate. The traffic will not be exclusively routed to the 303. Trucks will be using Camelback, Litchfield Dysart to get to the 101 and the 10. It is a safety issue as well. There have been at least two fatal accidents due to traffic at Palm Valley 5. There is too much opportunity for more fatalities. Strongly opposed, Steve Negri Steven Negri Health Systems Director 570 Enterprise Drive Neenah, WI 5495 Mobile: 949-750-0733 Snegri@tidiproducts.com www.tidiproducts.com From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: Meeting over plans over truck stop building Date: Thursday, May 28, 2020 7:56:38 AM From: David Anderson (OET) <David.Anderson@maricopa.gov> Sent: Thursday, May 28, 2020 7:45 AM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: FW: Meeting over plans over truck stop building David V. Anderson Business Engagement Manager 602-506-5764 –desk 480-528-2158 -cell From: Tex Tex <truefordcowboy@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, May 28, 2020 5:14 AM To: David Anderson (OET) <David.Anderson@maricopa.gov> Subject: Meeting over plans over truck stop building Hi I'm a local truck driver years ago I use to be over the road driving my biggest problem with having any area for truck drivers is the pee bottles they throw out the area smelling like Urine and all the Prostitutes. How are you doing ti stop this because no one has ever been able to when a truck stop comes in. What are you going to do about all the drugs that's also going to come in to play I'm a truck driver I have seen it all from coast to coast and I'm a local driver know so tell me how you wish it will stop all this?? From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: Crossdock Opposition Date: Thursday, May 14, 2020 2:30:42 PM Attachments: image001.png From: Hereford, Tom <tom.hereford@siemens.com> Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2020 1:36 PM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: Crossdock Opposition Greetings, You’ve heard the out cry from residents of Goodyear, …Palm Valley and Litchfield park specifically. As a resident of Palm Valley, I’m in opposition to this development as well and agree with the letters read today. Please consider our opposition today, and reject this proposal. Thank you. Tom Hereford Aerospace Industry Model Based Definition / Digital Twin Digital Industries Software Global Sales Customer Success Tel. +01 248-496-8464 tom.hereford@siemens.com “You can’t do a good job if your job is all you do.” From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: Crossdock Date: Thursday, May 28, 2020 8:55:42 AM From: David Anderson (OET) <David.Anderson@maricopa.gov> Sent: Thursday, May 28, 2020 8:51 AM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: FW: Crossdock David V. Anderson Business Engagement Manager 602-506-5764 –desk 480-528-2158 -cell From: Travis Dees <travisdees@yahoo.com> Sent: Thursday, May 28, 2020 8:38 AM To: David Anderson (OET) <David.Anderson@maricopa.gov> Subject: Crossdock Mr. Anderson, The amount of noise a crossdock operation is going to bring will be excessive to the palm valley neighborhood. You may not know this, but we are one of the only neighborhoods built without a large block wall between us and Camelback. My guess the developers didn't foresee an operation of this magnitude coming that close to us. I think if you find reason to approve this operation, which it appears every city, neighbors and affected entity except yours disapproves of the cross-dock operation, the. You should require them to build a wall along camelback to prevent the noise from coming into our neighborhood. Travis Dees Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: MCP2019005 Date: Thursday, May 14, 2020 2:47:00 PM From: David Anderson (OET) <David.Anderson@maricopa.gov> Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2020 1:07 PM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: FW: MCP2019005 David V. Anderson Business Engagement Manager 602-506-5764 –desk 480-528-2158 -cell From: Tuan Nguyen <ndtuan98@yahoo.com> Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2020 10:09 AM To: David Anderson (OET) <David.Anderson@maricopa.gov> Subject: MCP2019005 Hi I am opposed to this proposal because I am very worried about the dust and noise that will be affect to residents' health. Also the traffic on Camelback are get more heavier lately, I don't think it is a good idea to get too close to this residential area. Thank you very much. Tuan Nguyen Peoria, AZ 85345 Cell: 623-202-3623 Work: 602-282-5707 From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: Cross-Dock on Zoning Commission agenda 14 May 2020 - MCP2019005 Date: Thursday, May 14, 2020 1:57:35 PM From: Joseph Witherup <jvwitherup@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2020 8:27 AM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: Cross-Dock on Zoning Commission agenda 14 May 2020 - MCP2019005 Re: Proposed Project to turn Falcon Golf Course into a “cross-dock” industrial facility Case: MCP2019005 Hearing date: 14 May 2020 Ms. Applegate, Please accept this email in opposition to the proposed cross-dock near the area of Luke Air Base, Camelback Road and Loop-303. Thank you. Joseph Witherup Victoria Witherup 2043 North 166th Drive Goodyear, AZ 85395 Ph: 862.345.8540 Email: jvwitherup@gmail.com From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: 5/14 Planning & Zoning Commission - Interest in Speaking Date: Thursday, May 14, 2020 1:57:19 PM Attachments: image001.png image002.png From: wil runcorn <wilrunc@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2020 8:20 AM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: Re: 5/14 Planning & Zoning Commission - Interest in Speaking Sorry to be late in responding. My name is Wil Runcorn, 15227 W Coolidge Street, Goodyear, AZ 85395; wilrunc@gmail.com; phone number 520-850-2218. I am opposed to this application to have a large facility of this nature with significant truck traffic in the area on West Camelback. The added pollution and noise would be significant as well as creating traffic problems. The number of vehicles on West Camelback is now significant and I would suggest that even this is becoming a problem as the street now is only 2 lanes. These facilities should be located adjacent to 303. An elementary school and Millennium High School are very close to this location and would be detrimental to children in these schools. On Wed, May 13, 2020 at 1:54 PM Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@maricopa.gov> wrote: Thank you for the registration for the May 14th Planning & Zoning Commission hearing. As follow up to attendance for the gotowebinar virtual public hearing, please let me know the following information to relay to the Chairman your interest in a planning case and if you would like to register support/opposition and interest in speaking during the hearing. Please response with the following information: Case number § Your name, address, e-mail and phone number § Identify yourself as applicant / applicant representative / other § Indicate support or opposition § Indicate if you wish to speak or do not wish to speak Thank you, Rachel Applegate Senior Planner Maricopa County Planning & Development Department 501 N. 44th Street, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85008 Desk: 602-372-0318 | Fax: 602-506-3711 Rachel.Applegate@maricopa.gov From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: Opposition to planning Date: Friday, May 29, 2020 8:03:06 AM From: Daniel Sanchez <dansanchez1869@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, May 29, 2020 7:44 AM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: Opposition to planning Planning/Zoning Commission Hearing Date: 5/28/2020 Agenda item 1, Case #MCP2019005 Dan Sanchez, 18161 W. Purdue Ave. Waddell, AZ 85355, tatianna.adame5@gmail.com, 480-273- 0742 In opposition, do not wish to speak There are 2 Loves travel stops within 20 minutes of the proposed area both of which are right on the I-10. It makes no sense to have a new location brought up into neighborhoods and next to Luke Air Force base. The statistics of crimes around these trucks stops is worrying enough for young families moving into the area. This area around the White Tanks and 303 needs grocery stores and *local* businesses. This is land that could benefit a great deal of small Arizona businesses that would be better for the area as a whole. Another Loves all within 20 minutes of each other doesn’t make sense. Thank you for your time and consideration, Dan Sanchez From: Tammy Marcozzi To: Clint Hickman (BOS); Jack Sellers (BOS); Steve Chucri (BOS); District 3; District 5; Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: Opposition to proposed cross dock on Camelback Road Date: Monday, June 1, 2020 12:46:04 PM To whom it may concern: My husband and I are very concerned with the proposed cross dock on Camelback Road between the 303 and Litchfield Road. The amount of traffic and large truck traffic seems extremely irresponsible for this area when there are so many additional parcels located directly adjacent to the 303 that would better accommodate this type of project and encourage the truck traffic to enter directly onto the freeway. The fact that Luke Air Force Base and every surrounding municipality has voiced their opposition to this project in this location speaks volumes about this project not being the right fit for this particular parcel. Please do the right thing and do not approve this project. In speaking to my neighbors and the overwhelming anger that this is being forced on our area, It’s so easy to understand why many Americans have lost complete faith in government at any level in our country. Sincerely, Tammy & Tony Marcozzi 13796 W Harvest Ave Litchfield Park, AZ. 85340 From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: Opposition to Planning/zoning Date: Friday, May 29, 2020 7:04:07 AM From: Tatianna Adame <tatianna.adame5@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, May 29, 2020 6:36 AM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: Opposition to Planning/zoning Planning/Zoning Commission Hearing Date: 5/28/2020 Agenda item 1, Case #MCP2019005 Tatianna Sanchez, 18161 W. Purdue Ave. Waddell, AZ 85355, tatianna.adame5@gmail.com, 480- 273-0742 In opposition, do not wish to speak My husband and I moved with our infant son to Waddell in September 2019. It was an exciting time for us- we were back in Arizona near family and had purchased our first home. We were drawn to the area because of its potential to grow into a community where leisure, outdoor recreation and shopping and dining could all coexist. The homes in the area are beautiful, affordable, and we love being near the White Tanks. I am vehemently against the proposed truck stop and cross-dock facilities in the area. Our community needs grocery stores, restaurants, coffee shops, a community center with attractions for kids and families who are flocking to the area. We do not need more Industrial growth and the types of businesses and services that go along with it. I do not want the noise, pollution, traffic, risk of crime, and general degradation of the beautiful area by constant trucking movement in and out of the area. The potential for economic growth in this area is huge due to the influx of residential development west of the Loop 303. Please help us keep the development mutually beneficial for developers AND residents by opposing today’s proposed re- zoning. Respectfully, Tatianna Sanchez From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: 5/28 Planning & Zoning Commission - Interest in Speaking Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2020 2:28:32 PM Attachments: Falcon.docx image002.png image001.png From: Marie Bonell <mariejp1003@aol.com> Sent: Tuesday, May 26, 2020 1:55 PM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: Re: 5/28 Planning & Zoning Commission - Interest in Speaking § Case number - MCP2019005 § Your name, address, e-mail and phone number - Marie Bonell, mariejp1003@aol.com, 623-262-8585 § Identify yourself as applicant / applicant representative / other - Resident Palm Valley Phase V § Indicate support or opposition - OPPOSITION § Indicate if you wish to speak or do not wish to speak - Do not wish to speak § You may attach items to the email that you wish to be presented to the Board. - Attachment included Marie Bonell 4238 N 150th Drive Goodyear, AZ 85395 -----Original Message----- From: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Sent: Tue, May 26, 2020 8:49 am Subject: 5/28 Planning & Zoning Commission - Interest in Speaking Thank you for the registration for the May 28th Planning & Zoning Commission hearing. As follow up to attendance for the gotowebinar virtual public hearing, please let me know the following information to relay to the Chairman your interest in a planning case and if you would like to register support/opposition and interest in speaking during the hearing. Please response with the following information: Case number § Your name, address, e-mail and phone number § Identify yourself as applicant / applicant representative / other § Indicate support or opposition § Indicate if you wish to speak or do not wish to speak If you responded to the e-mail with the 5/14 Commission hearing registration with your option to speak or not speak that information has being carried forward for the 5/28 hearing. There is no need to respond to this e-mail. Thank you, Rachel Applegate Senior Planner Maricopa County Planning & Development Department 501 N. 44th Street, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85008 Desk: 602-372-0318 | Fax: 602-506-3711 Rachel.Applegate@maricopa.gov From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: 5/28 Planning & Zoning Commission - NO Interest in Speaking; Opposed Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2020 3:47:30 PM Attachments: RE KW Cross Dock on Camelback.eml.msg KW Cross Dock on Camelback.eml.msg From: Brian & Susan Buchanan <bsbucdsgn@earthlink.net> Sent: Wednesday, May 27, 2020 3:42 PM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: Re: 5/28 Planning & Zoning Commission - NO Interest in Speaking; Opposed Cross-Dock - MCP2019005 - 4/23/2020 Planning and Zoning Commission Hearing - Continued Dear Rachel Applegate, We sent the below letters in April and request they be read tomorrow, May 28. We are other. We oppose the facility and we oppose the request from a recent commissioner! We do not wsh to speak. Sincerely, Susan and Brian Buchanan 618 N La Loma Ave Litchfield Park AZ 85340 Phone 626 826 0869 On May 27, 2020, at 3:01 PM, Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> wrote: Thank you for the registration for the May 28th Planning & Zoning Commission hearing. As follow up to attendance for the gotowebinar virtual public hearing, please let me know the following information to relay to the Chairman your interest in a planning case and if you would like to register support/opposition and interest in speaking during the hearing. Please response with the following information: Case number § Your name, address, e-mail and phone number § Identify yourself as applicant / applicant representative / other § Indicate support or opposition § Indicate if you wish to speak or do not wish to speak If you responded to the e-mail with the 5/14 Commission hearing registration with your option to speak or not speak that information has being carried forward for the 5/28 hearing. There is no need to respond to this e-mail. Thank you, <image001.png> <image002.png> Rachel Applegate Senior Planner Maricopa County Planning & Development Department 501 N. 44th Street, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85008 Desk: 602-372-0318 | Fax: 602-506-3711 Rachel.Applegate@maricopa.gov From: CARTER L WILSON III, GAIL WILSON Cc: Clerk of the Board of Supervisors - COBX Subject: FEDEX Cross-Dock Proposal Date: Thursday, June 4, 2020 2:29:44 PM Maricopa County Board of Supervisors Gentlemen: I understand that the proposed FEDEX Cross-Dock Facility will be on this month’s agenda and I write in opposition to it. My family moved to Litchfield Park in 1965 and since that time we have seen and experienced many changes, most of which have benefitted the people of Maricopa County. Interestingly, most of those changes took place in spite of some who opposed them. Your job is most difficult in attempting to weight the benefits to the whole county against the detriment to those of us in the immediate vicinity of the proposal- the West Valley. The proposal before you provide no upside for the citizens of Maricopa County. Regardless of whose figures you use, traffic is going to increase, particularly on the Loop 303 and Camelback Road. And this traffic will not be ordinary vehicular traffic, nor will it be a standard mix of traffic. It will be 100 percent composed of heavy-load, tractor-trailer traffic which will not only place a burden on traffic flow in the West Valley, but will increase the burden of road maintenance due to the heavy loads for which the current roads were not designed to handle. More maintenance means more expenses, which means more taxes. During game days, the traffic to State Farm Stadium is already a problem and I can see an almost impossible situation with the increased traffic this proposal will create. An increase in tractor-trailer traffic means more noise and air pollution and an increase in associated medical expenses. In sort, the only one that benefits from this proposal is the owner of the proposal. I was astonished to find that our communities were not given the opportunity to participate in advance on this proposal especially since I believe if approved my home in Litchfield Park will likely depreciate by 40 percent and I wonder who is going to compensate property owners for their losses. I respectfully request that you reject this proposal. Thank you for your consideration. I remain, Sincerely yours, Carter L Wilson III 4705 N Brookview Terrace Litchfield Park AZ 85340 623-536-5286 From: Dan Corey To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: Truck stop on Camelback Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2020 11:05:26 PM Sean, I'd like you to respond if you've got the knowledge here but even if you don't, can you please put this in with the public comments, if you're still taking comments? 1) Have any supervisors come out in opposition to this proposal yet? If so, can you please provide me their names? I'll try to remember them when November comes around. 2) When is the next meeting for this project and how can I register? I went to the 1st one but couldn't make the 2nd one. -- A former supervisor exerting influence with the board while utilizing ownership interests to his benefit paints a very negative, corrupt picture of all supervisors and all board members. The fact that this project has not only been brought for a hearing but passed the PnZ against huge public opposition confirms this is a rotten institution. I have no idea how political back scratching works in practice but I can easily see how a former supervisor could promise or insinuate reciprocity with current members of a voting board. I don't know that this is happening, maybe it's not, but based on the makeup of this deal it certainly looks that way. The way this parcel is zoned, the way it's being forced through, the relative lack of due process and notifications, it's all rotten. Board members could easily take promises from a businessman, get voted out of office and leave with a tidy sum of money. But I urge all of you to do the right thing for the sake of our community. If we are to maintain rule of law and respect for public institutions, former board members should not be allowed to profit off of holding elected office. When this decision is reached, regardless of outcome, it's clear to me there are much larger issues at the board of supervisors... issues that no elected official seems to care about. I will be voting against all of you in November. I'm sure I'm not alone. But the thing that really bothers me is - I don't think you care. It's just the cost of doing business, right? From: Daphne Wallace To: Sean Watkins (PND) Cc: chickman@mail.house.gove Subject: Goodyear Cross Dock Date: Friday, June 5, 2020 8:47:31 AM Mr. Watkins, I am a resident of Goodyear and live directly across from the propose Cross Dock Facility proposal at Camelback Road and 152nd Ave. I’m writing in opposition of this facility. Currently there is a beautiful golf course on this two lane road. I am concerned with the amount of traffic and diesel pollution that this Cross Dock will bring to the surrounding homes. This location is surrounded completely by homes and luxury homes as well. This is going to greatly impact the neighborhoods and I’m afraid this will also drive a lot of families away from Goodyear. Please review and consider the hundreds of families that will be negatively affected by this Cross Dock. Thanks, Daphne Wallace daphnew@dpr.com 602-316-3071 From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: FedEx "cross dock" facility Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2020 7:00:49 AM From: Clerk of the Board of Supervisors - COBX <clerkboard@maricopa.gov> Sent: Tuesday, June 16, 2020 3:55 PM To: Darren V. Gérard (PND) <Darren.Gerard@Maricopa.Gov>; Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Cc: COB Agenda Comments <Agenda.Comments@maricopa.gov> Subject: FW: FedEx "cross dock" facility Darren & Rachel, The following comments (see attached) were received in the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors Office this afternoon. Thank you, Mireya Vargas Clerk of the Board Assistant Maricopa County Board of Supervisors 301 W Jefferson St., 10th Floor Phoenix, AZ 85003 602-506-7947 Desk From: Bloombex Options <jferrall_wms@q.com> Sent: Tuesday, June 16, 2020 3:30 PM To: Clerk of the Board of Supervisors - COBX <clerkboard@maricopa.gov> Subject: FedEx "cross dock" facility Ms, McCarroll, We are writing to voice our concern with, and opposition to, the proposed FedEx “cross- dock” facility at Falcon Golf Course. Currently, this area is mainly comprised of residential homes and small businesses. The impact of the truck traffic alone will be immense, and a huge disruption to the residents in the area. Especially since this facility will operate 24 hours a day. We fail to see the logic in placing a huge commercial facility in an area that is mainly residential. Property values will be affected, resident’s safety will be compromised, quality of life will be lessened, and the quality of the roads and infrastructure will be tremendously impacted. There is currently commercial zoning, and buildings, less than a mile west, housing a UPS site. Why can’t FedEx utilize that? We already live with the jet noise from Luke AFB (not complaining, just stating facts) and if this Fed Ex facility is built, we will then have to live with added truck traffic as well. If the cities of Litchfield Park and Goodyear, and Luke AFB, are in opposition to this facility, then I think the “advantages” it will supposedly bring, really need to be scrutinized to a much higher level than they have been. There definitely seems to be a lack of a master plan regarding this area in general. Maybe it is time to slow down, take a deep breath, and listen to all parties that will be affected by this new facility, before moving forward. 400-600 new jobs does not compare to the thousands of residents who will be adversely affected by this really bad idea. We moved here to be in more of a rural setting, not to be subject to 24 hour truck traffic and congestion. There is power of money, and power of people. Please listen to what the people have to say. Regards, Deborah Miller-Bush Jonathan Ferrall 15674 W. Montecito Ave. Goodyear, AZ 95395 From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Sean Watkins (PND) Subject: FW: Appeal MCP2019005 Cross Dock Facility Date: Thursday, June 4, 2020 11:21:42 AM From: Losi's <litchfield853@centurylink.net> Sent: Thursday, June 4, 2020 11:13 AM To: Clint Hickman (BOS) <Clint.Hickman@Maricopa.Gov> Cc: tschoaf@litchfield-park.org; pfaith@litchfield-park.org; PND PZAppeal <PNDPZAppeal@maricopa.gov>; ronjoncc@yahoo.com Subject: Appeal MCP2019005 Cross Dock Facility Dear Supervisor Hickman, RE: MCP2019005, KW Project Cross Dock Trucking Facility at Falcon Golf Course, Goodyear, AZ. I appeal to you and the Board of Supervisors to NOT approve the Maricopa Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation of approval for MCP2019005, KW Project Cross Dock Trucking Facility. Many like me became aware of this project in very late April 2020 through our HOA, wrote to the Commission in opposition to the project and subsequently sat through all of the lengthy Commission hearings on May 14th & May 28th. Despite the presentation by the Applicant’s representative, I believe my concerns and those expressed by hundreds and hundreds of citizens as well as officials of Litchfield Park, Goodyear and Luke AFB have yet to be thoroughly vetted. I am confident you and the Board of Supervisors are well aware of the facts of this Application. Is it not common sense that well over a thousand semi-trailer truck trips per day will overwhelm the capacity of Camelback Road and adversely impact the safety and welfare of thousands of residents? I visualize commuters, school buses, ‘soccer mom’ vans and kids, bikers, resident access roads vs. a procession of numerous high-powered semi-trailers! Surely this engenders a sense of foreboding and harm’s way. I believe the Commission majority (bless their volunteerism) focused too narrowly on the Applicant’s comporting to the ‘minimum requirements’ of the Military Compatibility Permit. In so doing, the County disserved the communities by adhering to a 300 ft. limit for notifying communities about this project. Everyone now knows there are no communities within 300 feet of the area. Unfortunately, as a result, the County’s community outreach was nil for months. Despite this, when word got out via news reports and information garnered by city officials, HOAs etc. hundreds and hundreds of residents came forward with valid objections and safety issues in opposition to this project as stated in over 191 emails, letters and 80+ citizen and municipal official testimony. It seems to me that due diligence demands these issues are further vetted. At the May 28th Commission meeting the Litchfield Park Mayor and City Engineer testified at length to vigorously oppose this project citing the extensive impact it will bring. Regrettably, Goodyear City officials for unknown reasons did not answer when roll-called by Chairman Schlosser. What happened there? However, Goodyear’s opposition and those of their many residents are on record. Luke AFB officials withdrew their initial agreement to the project and went on record in April to oppose it. Their concerns about the site proximity to Luke AFB munitions and traffic congestion impeding our Airmen responding to operational exigencies remain. One other motion that occurred during the meeting — the Commission denied Palm Valley V’s request for a continuance. In view of the poor outreach shouldn’t the Commission have yielded a bit and given more time to the cities and residents? More time could be used e.g., for the Supervisors to engage the Commission to evaluate an alternate site for this facility west of Rte 303 to compare pros/cons with the Falcon location. Alternate routing could be explored (e.g. W Bethany — N Sarival + a new dedicated site access drive) to support truck traffic to the site. There could be other alternatives. For these reasons I appeal to you and the Board of Supervisors to not approve the Commission recommendation at this time. Given the extent of stakeholder and constituent outcry, what is the rush to decision? More vetting and discussion can only help elucidate the impacts and potential solutions. Please take action for the safety and welfare of all County stakeholders and constituents. Thank you for your long term service to our County. Respectfully, Donald Losi 4808 N Greentree Dr E Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 505-280-8319 From: Losi"s To: Sean Watkins (PND) Cc: lynnfavour@mail.maricopa.gov; Clint Hickman (BOS); tschoaf@litchfield-park.org; "Congresswoman Debbie Lesko" Subject: Re: Cross Dock Trucking Facility MCP2019005 Date: Friday, June 19, 2020 12:03:06 PM Attachments: image001.png image003.png image012.png Dear Mr. Watkins, Congresswoman Lesko (see below) suggested I contact you regarding the Cross Dock Trucking Facility (Re: MCP2019005). I had previously written to Maricopa Board of Supervisors Chairman Hickman about this proposal and a copy of my email (6/4/2020) is also provided below. As I noted to Chairman Hickman, I believe the Planning/Zoning Commission acted prematurely to recommend approval of this proposal despite the outcry from hundreds and hundreds of residents as well as my Mayor Tom Schoaf, Luke AFB and Goodyear officials. In short, the vetting of alternative solutions is warranted for the Supervisors’ consideration. To this end I ask you to consider the following: a. Reroute the semi-trailers access to the proposed site location (Falcon property) as follows: · Exit Rte 303 onto W Bethany east to Sarival, south to a “Dedicated Drive” east to the Cross Dock site. The “dedicated drive” would be at cost to the developer (FedEx, et. Al.) · This route avoids almost all of the resident and municipal issues associated with Camelback Road b. Locate the Cross Dock site west of Route 303; I sat in on the two lengthy Planning/Zoning Commission hearings May 14th and May 28th – no one discussed this alternative – apart from a reference by the applicant attorney. c. Who is going to expand “Camelback Road” from Rte 303 to/from the site? The developer’s proposal does not include this section, only modification to Camelback to improve ingress/egress at the existing Falcon site roadway. Presumably, Goodyear residents and/or others will need to fund the expansion going west on Camelback Road from the site to Rte 303. As the Maricopa Planning Official please consider these inputs and urge the Supervisors to forestall any approvals until these solutions are further vetted. There are likely other solutions that you or our staff could seek to explore. Hundreds and hundreds of citizens have already expressed their concerns over safety and health issues the proposed facility will bring. Economic growth and jobs are vital to the future of our cities – however, a fully vetted approach is necessary before approval to ensure the safety and health of our citizens is protected. Respectfully, Donald Losi 4808 N Greentree Dr E Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 505-280-8319 Dear Mr. Losi, Thank you for contacting me about your opposition to the Cross Dock Facility proposal that would be located at Camelback Road and 152nd Avenue, or the current site of the Falcon Golf Course. I appreciate hearing from you. After hearing from you, my office immediately contacted Maricopa County Supervisor Clint Hickman’s office, because I’ve been told that the land in question is under Maricopa County control. Chairman Hickman’s office told us that Mr. Sean Watkins is the assigned Maricopa County planner for this proposed project and recommended that you contact him directly with your input since he will be the point person for this issue. Mr. Watkins can be reached via email at sean.watkins@maricopa.gov or by calling (602) 506-8150. Thank you for informing me about this issue. Please update me on what you hear, and I will ask my staff to stay on top of this situation. If you are interested in also contacting Chairman Hickman, he can be reached via email at chickman@mail.house.gov or by calling (602) 506-7642. For more information about federal issues or if you need assistance with a federal agency, you can contact my Washington D.C. office at (202) 225-4576 or my District office at (623)776- 7911. To stay informed on how I am representing you in Congress, I highly encourage you to sign up for my e-newsletter on my website at www.Lesko.house.gov. Sincerely, Debbie Lesko Member of Congress From: Losi's [mailto:litchfield853@centurylink.net] Sent: Thursday, June 4, 2020 11:13 AM To: 'chickman@mail.maricopa.gov' Cc: 'tschoaf@litchfield-park.org'; 'pfaith@litchfield-park.org'; 'PZAppeal@mail.maricopa.gov'; ronjoncc@yahoo.com Subject: Appeal MCP2019005 Cross Dock Facility Dear Supervisor Hickman, RE: MCP2019005, KW Project Cross Dock Trucking Facility at Falcon Golf Course, Goodyear, AZ. I appeal to you and the Board of Supervisors to NOT approve the Maricopa Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation of approval for MCP2019005, KW Project Cross Dock Trucking Facility. Many like me became aware of this project in very late April 2020 through our HOA, wrote to the Commission in opposition to the project and subsequently sat through all of the lengthy Commission hearings on May 14th & May 28th. Despite the presentation by the Applicant’s representative, I believe my concerns and those expressed by hundreds and hundreds of citizens as well as officials of Litchfield Park, Goodyear and Luke AFB have yet to be thoroughly vetted. I am confident you and the Board of Supervisors are well aware of the facts of this Application. Is it not common sense that well over a thousand semi-trailer truck trips per day will overwhelm the capacity of Camelback Road and adversely impact the safety and welfare of thousands of residents? I visualize commuters, school buses, ‘soccer mom’ vans and kids, bikers, resident access roads vs. a procession of numerous high-powered semi-trailers! Surely this engenders a sense of foreboding and harm’s way. I believe the Commission majority (bless their volunteerism) focused too narrowly on the Applicant’s comporting to the ‘minimum requirements’ of the Military Compatibility Permit. In so doing, the County disserved the communities by adhering to a 300 ft. limit for notifying communities about this project. Everyone now knows there are no communities within 300 feet of the area. Unfortunately, as a result, the County’s community outreach was nil for months. Despite this, when word got out via news reports and information garnered by city officials, HOAs etc. hundreds and hundreds of residents came forward with valid objections and safety issues in opposition to this project as stated in over 191 emails, letters and 80+ citizen and municipal official testimony. It seems to me that due diligence demands these issues are further vetted. At the May 28th Commission meeting the Litchfield Park Mayor and City Engineer testified at length to vigorously oppose this project citing the extensive impact it will bring. Regrettably, Goodyear City officials for unknown reasons did not answer when roll-called by Chairman Schlosser. What happened there? However, Goodyear’s opposition and those of their many residents are on record. Luke AFB officials withdrew their initial agreement to the project and went on record in April to oppose it. Their concerns about the site proximity to Luke AFB munitions and traffic congestion impeding our Airmen responding to operational exigencies remain. One other motion that occurred during the meeting — the Commission denied Palm Valley V’s request for a continuance. In view of the poor outreach shouldn’t the Commission have yielded a bit and given more time to the cities and residents? More time could be used e.g., for the Supervisors to engage the Commission to evaluate an alternate site for this facility west of Rte 303 to compare pros/cons with the Falcon location. Alternate routing could be explored (e.g. W Bethany — N Sarival + a new dedicated site access drive) to support truck traffic to the site. There could be other alternatives. For these reasons I appeal to you and the Board of Supervisors to not approve the Commission recommendation at this time. Given the extent of stakeholder and constituent outcry, what is the rush to decision? More vetting and discussion can only help elucidate the impacts and potential solutions. Please take action for the safety and welfare of all County stakeholders and constituents. Thank you for your long term service to our County. Respectfully, Donald Losi 4808 N Greentree Dr E Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 505-280-8319