Commissioner Killian agreed that the transportation mitigation fee should be included in the ordinance, but the amount proposed by UPA isn’t enough. The compressors, water hauling, and vertical wells have an impact and should be included in the fee calculation.
Commissioner Miles agreed that the vertical wells, water hauling, and compressor stations should be included. He understands the concern about the funds being used on the roads. He did his own survey and estimated that the industry uses 73% of the County roads. He also agrees with Commissioner Killian that the amount proposed by UPA wouldn’t cover the costs needed for the roads. This year, the County has spent more than 9.5 million on road repairs.
Commissioner Hansen said we know the industry's value and what it brings. The County is grateful to have them in the area. She recognized the Division of Oil Gas and Mining for keeping the balance.
Chief Deputy Attorney Grant Charles said the Commission could pass the ordinance as is or add changes. He suggested that if the fees are added to the ordinance, the public hearing should be recessed to allow time for the adjustments.
Community Development Director Mike Hyde said the General Plan would need to be amended if the fees are added to the ordinance.
The parties discussed the proposed redlines and a timeline if the public hearing is recessed.
Commissioner Miles made a motion to recess the public hearing until November 18, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. Commissioner Killian seconded the motion. Commissioner Miles voted aye, Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Hansen voted aye. The motion passed.
Commissioner Miles made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 3:18 p.m. Commissioner Killian seconded the motion. Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Miles voted aye. The forum adjourned.
Read and approved this on the 28th day of October 2024.
Minutes of the meeting prepared by Commission Executive Assistant Melissa Hughes