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Blue Mountain Television – Staff Report: CUP19-002 Page 1 of 5

Walla Walla County Community Development Department

310 W. Poplar Street, Suite 200, Walla Walla, WA 99362 / 509-524-2610 Main

Exhibit 1

To: Walla Walla County Hearing Examiner

From: Lauren Prentice, Director

Date Prepared: December 2, 2019

Hearing Date: December 9, 2019

RE: Agenda Item #2 – File Number CUP19-002 – Conditional Use Permit for Blue Mountain Television Studio, 1470 Wallula Ave.

Background and Summary of Proposal The Blue Mountain Broadcasting Association has proposed to convert an existing 7,400 square foot building at 1470 Wallula Avenue into a studio and offices for Blue Mountain Television. Blue Mountain Television is a not-for-profit organization in the 29th year of providing free television broadcast programming to the Walla Walla Valley. Previously, the radio station shared broadcasting space at Walla Walla University in College Place. The interior of the church sanctuary will be modified for use a television studio. A 100-foot free-standing tower would be installed behind the building; the proposed location of the tower is shown on the submitted site plan (Exhibit 3). The church building was constructed in 2010-2012 under a Conditional Use Permit granted for the Cornerstone Missionary Baptist Church by the Hearing Examiner in 2009 (see Exhibit 12). The subject Conditional Use Permit application (CUP19-002) was submitted to Walla Walla County on May 31, 2019 (Exhibit 2). The site is generally located on land within unincorporated Walla Walla County in the Rural Residential 5 (RR-5) zone at 1470 Wallula Avenue. Recommendation Staff recommends that the Hearing Examiner approve the Conditional Use Permit with the recommended conditions listed on Page 6. General Information

Property Owner(s): Blue Mountain Broadcasting Association

Applicant: Blue Mountain Broadcasting Association

Representative: Jim Forsyth

Tax parcel #: 350726230010

Location: 1470 Wallula Avenue

Zoning: Rural Residential 5 (RR 5)

Land Use: Rural Residential 5 (RR 5) Natural Environment and Critical Areas A summary of the natural environment on the site and in the general vicinity is included in the SEPA Environmental Checklist (Exhibit 4).


Critical Areas: The property is within two mapped critical areas: Geologically Hazardous Area (seismic hazard area with moderate to high liquefaction susceptibility) and Critical Aquifer Recharge Area (CARA). There are not expected to be any significant impacts to critical areas as a result of this proposal that cannot be mitigated by the requirements of the County’s Critical Area Ordinance (CAO) – WWCC Chapter 18.08.

Transportation and Land Use Access: The site is accessed via two existing driveways from Wallula Avenue, the east driveway is 18-feet wide and for entering only. The west driveway is 24-feet wide and allows entry and exit. No changes to access were proposed by the applicant. Neighborhood and Project Area Characteristics: The property is approximately 3.18-acres and located about 250-feet south of Mill Creek. Land uses in the vicinity are rural in character, with residential and agricultural and scattered commercial uses. Traffic Generation: The proposed well building is not expected to generate any traffic impacts. According to the SEPA Environmental Checklist (Exhibit 4), the project will generate 4-10 trips per day. This is significantly more trips that allowed via the conditional use permit issued for the Cornerstone Baptist Church which planned for 20 peak traffic volume on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings (Exhibit 12: Finding 3). Cultural Resources: The Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) has recommended that the applicant be required to have a professional archaeology monitor the project area during excavation for the installation of the antenna tower. Utilities Stormwater: The project will not generate significant amounts of new impervious surfaces. The paved parking lot and buildings shown on the site plan (Exhibit 3) exist, only the tower will be constructed as part of this project. The applicant will be required to comply with Walla Walla County’s stormwater regulations as applicable; the Public Works Department enforces these regulations and has not submitted any comments regarding potential stormwater impacts. The PWD will complete final stormwater review via the building permit process. Wastewater Disposal: The site is served by a 1,000-gallon on-site septic system and 300-foot drainfield which are shown on the submitted site plan (Exhibit 3). Water: The site is served by an existing well. SEPA Environmental Review and Notice of Application On October 15, 2019, a Notice of Application (Exhibit 7) was issued via the optional SEPA Determination of Non-Significance (ODNS) process with a 14-day comment period. On November 22, 2019, a Final SEPA Determination of Non-Significance (DNS) was issued by the Director of the Walla Walla County SEPA Responsible Official (Exhibit 8). No appeals of the SEPA determination have been filed. The Notice of Application and DNS were distributed to consulting agencies by email. Public Hearing Notice The Walla Walla County Community Development Department issued a Notice of Public Hearing on November 29, 2019 (Exhibit 9). This notice was published in the Walla Walla Union Bulletin on


November 29th and on the Walla Walla County website on November 21st. The notice was also mailed to property owners within 500 feet of the site on November 21st. Public Comments No public comments have been received. Agency Comments As documented in Exhibit 7, CUP application materials were distributed by the County to the follow agencies:

Walla Walla Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization (WWVMPO) Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) Walla Walla County Public Works Department (PWD) Walla Walla County Building Official/Fire Marshal Walla Walla County Environmental Health Walla Walla County Building Official/Fire Walla Walla County Conservation District Walla Walla County Sheriff Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology) Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) Washington State Department of Transportation (DOT) Fire District No. 4 Port of Walla Walla Walla Walla Public Schools

The following agencies responded to the notices with comments.

Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) – see Exhibit 10. Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology) – see Exhibit 11.

Comprehensive Plan

Pursuant to Walla Walla County Code Section 17.40.020(E), all proposed conditional use permits for sites located in the County shall be reviewed to ensure compatibility with the Walla Walla County Comprehensive Plan. Below is a selection of applicable Comprehensive Plan statements, goals and policies from the Rural and Resource Lands Element (Chapter 6).

Goal RL 2. “Plan rural areas for a diversity of living and working situations that will provide

residents with an opportunity to make economic and lifestyle choices.”

Policy RL-2 “Allow limited new development that is consistent with the current rural

character of the County.”

Policy RL-24 “Within the Rural Residential 5 land use designation, recognize existing development patterns along arterials and in rural nodes and provide for infill or redevelopment in those areas.”

Response: The proposed radio station use is an appropriate use within the RR-5 zone and this project will allow for redevelopment of a vacant site requiring minimal site improvements.


Applicable Statutes/Codes Under WWCC 17.16.014, ‘Radio and Television Broadcasting Stations and Towers’ are classified as a conditional use in the RR-5 zoning district; this use is not defined in WWCC Chapter 17.08.

Development Conditions (WWCC 17.16.014(G)(3)

A footnote in the Permitted Uses Table (WWCC 17.16.014) identifies five development conditions for radio and television broadcasting towers:

a. The applicant shall demonstrate that the selected tower design is as visually unobtrusive as

possible, considering technical, engineering, economic or other constraints.

b. The tower shall be painted silver or the galvanized finish be retained on towers less than

two hundred feet or unless otherwise required by the FAA.

c. Appropriate landscaping may be required and/or fencing and signage for radiation.

d. No nighttime lighting of the tower may take place unless required by the FAA.

e. The tower shall meet the minimum front yard setback for the district in which it is located

or twenty percent of its height, whichever is greater and be set back from the side and rear

property lines equal to twenty percent of its height.

Chapter 17.40, Conditional Uses

Section 17.40.020 states that a conditional use permit shall be approved, approved with conditions, or denied based on the following criteria. A. That the use will not endanger the public health or safety;

Conclusion: The proposal will have to meet all applicable local, state, and federal safety standards; no comments from local or State agencies were submitted indicating that the facility will endanger the public health or safety.

B. That the use will not generate significant nuisance conditions such as noise, dust, glare, vibration; Conclusion: Staff concludes that the project will not generate significant nuisance conditions. While temporary noise, dust, and vibrations will be present during installation of the tower, temporary erosion and sediment control measures during construction will help mitigate many of these impacts. In the developed condition, the radio station is expected to generate less traffic, noise and other nuisance conditions than the previous use (church).

C. That the use meets all required conditions and standards set forth in the district where it proposes to locate; Conclusion: A Conditional Use Permit (CUP) is required in the RR-5 zone for all radio and television broadcasting stations. The proposed tower is compliant with the setback standards in WWCC 17.18.020 (30-foot minimum) and WWCC 17.16.017(G)(e) (20-foot minimum).

D. That the location and character of the use is compatible and consistent with the character of the area in which it is to be located; Conclusion: The proposed use is within an area marked by rural residential properties and agricultural uses. The location and character of the use is compatible and consistent with the character of the area. The project will utilize an existing vacant facility adding only one structure, a radio tower. Peak traffic will be lower than the previous use (a church).


E. That the use is in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan; and Conclusion: Staff concludes that the use is in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan. As described above, the proposed use furthers multiple policies and goals of the Comprehensive Plan related to rural land uses.

F. That the use will be supported by adequate public facilities or services. Conclusion: The use is supported by adequate public facilities, including power, gas, and telephone.

Recommended Conditions of Approval 1. Pursuant to Walla Walla County Code Section 17.40.025, the action for which the conditional

use permit is required shall begin within one year of approval unless extended for up to one year by the Director. Failure to begin such action within the time limits specified shall void approval of the conditional use.

2. Before construction, the applicant must first obtain any / other associated permit(s) or approvals required by the County or any other governmental agency or regulatory authority with jurisdiction over a particular aspect of the project. Any conditions of approval or requirements imposed as part of such permits or approvals shall be are hereby incorporated as Conditions of Approval for this permit.

3. Pursuant to Walla Walla County Code Section 14.13.110, at any time during the life of the permit, the Community Development Department Director may ask the Hearing Examiner to revoke the permit if the project is not in compliance with any of the conditions of approval and/or required permits.

4. Future changes in operations, plans, or additions will require an amendment, approved by the County’s Hearing Examiner, to the conditional use permit pursuant to Walla Walla County Code Section 14.03.050.

5. The site is located within an area with a “high potential for archaeological resources.” The applicant shall comply with the recommendations of the Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (Exhibit 10) and conduct tribal consultation and cultural resource monitoring as requested by DAHP and/or the tribes.

6. Exterior lighting shall be directed and shielded in a manner which minimizes its visibility at the site's boundaries. Exterior lighting shall not be used in such a manner that it produces glare on public streets and neighboring residential properties. Nighttime lighting of the tower is prohibited unless required by the FAA.

7. The applicant must comply with all requirements of WWCC Chapter 18.08, Critical Area Protection, for any portion of the project within a critical area or a critical area buffer. Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant must obtain a critical areas permit.

Exhibits

1. Staff Report dated 12/9/2019 2. Conditional use permit (CUP19-002) application received 05/31/2019 3. Site Plan 4. SEPA Environmental Checklist dated 05/24/2019 5. Email from Jim Forsyth on tower height 08/28/2019 6. Email from Jim Forsyth on tower installation 10/23/2019 7. Notice of Application ODNS and Notice Certificate 8. SEPA DNS and Staff Evaluation Report dated 11/22/2019 9. Notice of Public Hearing and Notice Certificate 10. Letter from the Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation dated 10/23/2019 11. Letter from the Department of Ecology dated 10/28/2019 12. CUP2009-005 Notice of Decision and Findings, Conclusions and Decision dated 09/14/2009

lprenticeTypewritten TextExhibit 2

SEPA ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST

Purpose of checklist:

RECEIVED

MAY 3 1 2019 WW County Comm Dev.

Governmental agencies use this checklist to help determine whether the environmental impacts of your proposal are significant. This information. is also helpful to determine if available avoidance, minimization or compensatory mitigation measures will address the probable significant impacts or if an environmental impact statement will be prepared to further analyze the proposal.

Instructions for applicants:

This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Please answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. You may need to consult with an agency specialist or private consultant for some questions. You may use "not applicable" or "does not apply" only when you can explain why it does not apply and not when the answer is unknown. You may also attach or incorporate by reference additional studies reports. Complete and accurate answers to these questions often avoid delays with the SEPA process as well as later in the decision-making process.

The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal , even if you plan to do them over a period of time or on different parcels of land. Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal or its environmental effects. The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your answers or provide additional information reasonably related to determining if there may be significant adverse impact.

Instructions for Lead Agencies: Please adjust the format of this template as needed. Additional information may be necessary to evaluate the existing environment, all interrelated aspects of the proposal and an analysis of adverse impacts. The checklist is considered the first but not necessarily the only source of information needed to make an adequate threshold determination. Once a threshold determination is made, the lead agency is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the checklist and other supporting documents.

Use of checklist for non project proposals:

For nonproject proposals (such as ordinances, regulations , plans and programs) , complete the applicable parts of sections A and B plus the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (part D) . Please completely answer all questions that apply and note that the words "project," "applicant," and "property or site" should be read as "proposal ," "proponent," and "affected geographic area," respectively. The lead agency may exclude (for non-projects) questions in Part B- Environmental Elements -that do not contribute meaningfully to the analysis of the proposal.

A. Background [HELP]

1. Name of proposed project , if applicable: BLUE MOUNTAIN TELEVISION STUDIO

2. Name of applicant: BLUE MOUNTAIN BROADCASTING ASSOCIATION (dba BLUE MOUNTAIN TELEVISION

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3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: 1200 SE 12TH ST, Ste 2,

COLLEGE PLACE, WA 99324 JAMES N FORSYTH

4. Date checklist prepared: MAY 24, 2019

5. Agency requesting checklist: DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY, STATE OF WA & WALLA WALLA COUNTY

6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing , if applicable): PROPERTY PURCHASE MAY, 2019

7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. NO IMMEDIATE PLANS

8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be

prepared , directly related to this proposal. NONE TO OUR KNOWLEDGE

9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain. NO

10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal , if known. EVENTUAL ERECTION OF 80 FOOT HIGH MICROWAVE LINK TOWER

11 . Give brief, complete description of your proposal , including the proposed uses and the size of the project and site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to describe certain aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those answers on this page. (Lead agencies may modify this form to include additional specific information on project description.) BLUE MOUNTAIN TELEVISION STUDIO & TOFFICES TO OCCUPY EXISTING VACANT CHURCH BUILDING AND TO RELOCATE EXISTING ANTENNA TOWER AT 1200 SE 12TH ST. , COLLEGE PLACE, WA, TO SITE.

12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of your proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section, township, and range, if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide the range or boundaries of the site(s) . Provide a legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. While you should submit any plans required by the agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist. 1470 WALLULA AVE, WALLA WALLA, WA 99362

B. Environmental Elements [HELP]

1. Earth~

a. General description of the site:

(circle one) : 6i) rolling , hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other _____ _

b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? 0

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c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any agricultural land of long-term commercial significance and whether the proposal results in removing any of these soils. CLAY

d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. NO

e. Describe the purpose, type, total area , and approximate quantities and total affected area of any filling , excavation , and grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. NONE

f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing , construction , or use? If so, generally describe. NO

g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? ONLY WHAT IS EXISTING

h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: N/A

2.Air ~

a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal during constructioni operation , and maintenance when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. NONE

b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. NO

c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: N/A

3. Water~

a. Surface Water: ~

1) Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)? If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into. NO MILL CREEK FLOWS ON OTHER SIDE OF ADJOINING PROPERTY. THIS PROPERTY IS OUTSIDE THE 500 YEAR FLOOD ZONE

2) Will the project require any work over, in , or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans. NO

3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material. NONE

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4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known . NO

5) Does the proposal lie within a 1 00-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan . NO

6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. NO

b. Ground Water: ~

1) Will groundwater be withdrawn from a well for drinking water or other purposes? If so, give a general description of the well , proposed uses and approximate quantities withdrawn from the well. Will water be discharged to groundwater? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. EXISTING WELL

2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other sources, if any (for example: Domestic sewage; industrial , containing the following chemicals . . . ; agricultural ; etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable) , or the number of animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve. DOMESTIC SEWAGE - EXISTING SYSTEM, 1000 GAL SEPTIC TANK, 300FT DRAIN FIELD

c. Water runoff (including stormwater):

1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection and disposal , if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow? Will this water flow into other waters? If so, describe. EXISTING APPROVED STORM WATER DRAIN SYSTEM CONTAINED ON PROPERTY

2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. NO

3) Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicin ity of the site? If so, describe. NO

d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water, and drainage

pattern impacts, if any: EXISTING PROVISIONS

4. Plants~

a. Check the types of vegetation found on the site:

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__ deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other __ evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other

X shrubs _X_grass _X_pasture __ crop or grain __ Orchards, vineyards or other permanent crops. __ wet soil plants: cattail , buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other __ water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil , other _X_other types of vegetation WEEDFS

b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? WEED CONTROL

c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. NONE

d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any: EXISTING DEVELOPED SITE

e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site. GOAT HEADS,

STAR THISTLE (PUNCTURE WEED)

5. Animals~

a. List any birds and other animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site. DEER, SONGBIRDS, PHEASANTS

Examples include:

birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other: mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other: fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring , shellfish, other ___ _

b. List any threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. NONE

c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. NO

d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: NO HUNTING PERMITTED

e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site. NONE

6. Energy and Natural Resources Ib.§1Q]

a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil , wood stove, solar) will be used to meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, etc. ELECTRIC - HEATING VIA EXISTING HEAT PUMP

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b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. NO

c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this proposal? List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any: NONE

7. Environmental Health ~

a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spill , or hazardous waste , that could occur as a result of this proposal? If so, describe. NO

1) Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses. NO

2) Describe existing hazardous chemicals/conditions that might affect project development and design. This includes underground hazardous liquid and gas transmission pipelines located within the project area and in the vicinity. NONE

3) Describe any toxic or hazardous chemicals that might be stored , used, or produced during the project's development or construction , or at any time during the operating life of the project. POSSIBLE WEEK KILLER OR FERTILIZER, NON-TOXIC

4) Describe special emergency services that might be required . FIRE DEPT WITHIN 1 MILE

5) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:

b. Noise

1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? NO NEW SOURCES OF EXTERNAL NOISE

2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction , operation , other)? Indi-cate what hours noise would come from the site. LIGHT TRAFFIC EXISTING ON STREET

3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:

8. Land and Shoreline Use ~

a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? Will the proposal affect current land uses on nearby or adjacent properties? If so, describe. CHURCH AND RESIDENTIAL + AGRICUL TUREL - NO AFFECT


b. Has the project site been used as working farmlands or working forest lands? NO If so, describe. How much agricultural or forest land of long-term commercial significance will be converted to other uses as a result of the proposal , if any? If resource lands have not been designated, how many acres in farmland or forest land tax status will be converted to nonfarm or nonforest use? NO CHANGE

1) Will the proposal affect or be affected by surrounding working farm or forest land normal business operations, such as oversize equipment access, the application of pesticides, til ling , and harvesting? If so, how: NO

c. Describe any structures on the site. VACANT CHURCH AND GARDEN SHED

d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? NO

e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? RESIDENTIAL

f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? USE FOR STUDIO FOR NON-PROFIT RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATION.

g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? N/A

h. Has any part of the site been classified as a critical area by the city or county? If so, specify. NO

i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? 4-8

j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? 0

k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: N/A

L. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: COUNTY WILL LIKELY RECLASSIFY TO CONDITIONAL USE

m. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long-term commercial significance, if any: N/A

9. Housing~

a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, mid-dle, or low-income housing. NONE

b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. NONE

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c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: N/A

10. Aesthetics f.llizl.l2} a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is

the principal exterior building material(s) proposed? 80FT HIGH GALVANIZED STAND-ALONE TOWER FOR COMMUNICATIONS.

b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? NO OBSTRUCTION

b. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: TOWER WILL BE SET BACK BEHIND EXISTING BUILDING.

11. Light and Glare f.llizl.l21 a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly

occur? NONE

b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? NO

c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? NONE

d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: NONE NEEDED

12. Recreation f.llizl.l21 a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity?

NONE

b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. NO

c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation , including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: NONE REQUIRED

13. Historic and cultural preservation f.llizl.l21 a. Are there any buildings, structures, or sites, located on or near the site that are over 45 years

old listed in or eligible for listing in national, state, or local preservation registers ? If so, specifically describe. NO

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b. Are there any landmarks, features, or other evidence of Indian or historic use or occupation? This may include human burials or old cemeteries. Are there any material evidence, artifacts, or areas of cultural importance on or near the site? Please list any professional studies conducted at the site to identify such resources. NO

c. Describe the methods used to assess the potential impacts to cultural and historic resources on or near the project site. Examples include consultation with tribes and the department of archeology and historic preservation, archaeological surveys, historic maps, GIS data, etc. NONE REQUIRED

d. Proposed measures to avoid, minimize, or compensate for loss, changes to, and disturbance to resources. Please include plans for the above and any permits that may be required. NONE REQUIRED

14. Transportation~

a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site or affected geographic area and describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. EXISTING WALLULA AVENUE WITH EXISSTING CONNECTIONS TO EXISTING FACILITY.

b. Is the site or affected geographic area currently served by public transit? If so, generally describe. If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? NO, 1 Y2 MI.

c. How many additional parking spaces would the completed project or non-project proposal have? How many would the project or proposal eliminate? NO CHANGE IN EXISTING PARKING (CURRENTLY PAVED AND MARKED)

d. Will the proposal require any new or improvements to existing roads, streets, pedestrian, bicycle or state transportation facilities, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private) . NO

e. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail , or air transportation? If so, generally describe. NO

f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project or proposal? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur and what percentage of the volume would be trucks (such as commercial and nonpassenger vehicles) . What data or transportation models were used to make these estimates? 4-10 THROUGHOUT DAY

g. Will the proposal interfere with , affect or be affected by the movement of agricultural and forest products on roads or streets in the area? If so, generally describe. NO

h. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: N/A

15. Public Services ~


a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire protection, police protection, public transit, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe. NONE EXPECTED

b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. NONE

16. Utilities f..b.g!QJ

a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: (electriCity) natural gas,CWate£1 refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, (Septic ~ other -----

c. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the service, and the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate vicinity which might be needed. ADD INTERNET SERVICE, EITHER WIRELESS OR VIA FIBER-OPTIC LINE

C. Signature [HELP] The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the lead agency is relying on them to make its decision.

Signature: ~ 11-~ Name of signee JAMES N. FORSYTH

Position and Agency/Organization SECRETARY OF THE BOARD, BLUE MOUNTAIN

BROADCAST! NG ASSOCIATION

Date Submitted: MAY 24 2019

D. Supplemental sheet for nonproject actions [HELP]

(IT IS NOT NECESSARY to use this sheet for project actions)

Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction with the list of the elements of the environment.

When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or the types of activities likely to result from the proposal , would affect the item at a greater intensity or at a faster rate than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in general terms.

1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; pro-duction , storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise?


Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:

2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish , or marine life?

Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish , or marine life are:

3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources?

Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are:

4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or areas designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental protection; such as parks, wilderness , wild and scenic rivers , threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains , or prime farmlands?

Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:

5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans?

Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are:

6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and utilities?


Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:

7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the protection of the environment.


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Lauren Prentice

From: Jim Forsyth Sent: Wednesday, August 28, 2019 9:04 PMTo: Lauren PrenticeCc: Lowell MannSubject: Tower at 1470 Wallula Avenue

ATTN: Lauren Prentice Principal Planner Walla Walla County Community Development Dept Blue Mountain Broadcasting Association has purchased the building and property at 1470 Wallula Avenue, Walla Walla County, and filed various applications noting the need for installing an 80 foot tall self‐supporting communications tower to be located behind the northeast corner of the existing building. This tower will be relocated from its present position at SonBridge Community Center in College Place. There are numerous tall trees in the vicinity of the Wallula Avenue site, and it has become clear that an additional 20 feet of height would greatly benefit us in meeting our current and future communication needs. The tower manufacturer has informed me that the underground base is designed to easily handle a tower of up to 120 feet, so adding 20 feet to the top of the existing 80 foot tower would cause no safety concerns. Blue Mountain Broadcasting Association hereby requests a modification to our various checklists and applications to note that the tower height will be 100 feet instead of the original 80 feet as indicated. The tower footprint will remain the same and only the top section will be extended upward 20 feet. The underground base will meet or exceed the specified requirements for the proposed tower. Thank you for your consideration in approving this modification and in granting a conditional use permit for the site. We are working with the tower manufacturer in securing updated plans and tower details so we can apply for a building permit specific to the tower installation. If you have any questions, please call me at 509‐240‐3974. Thank you sincerely, Jim James Forsyth Blue Mountain Broadcasting Association 1200 SE 12th Street, Ste. 2 College Place, WA 99324 tel: 509‐529‐9149


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Lauren Prentice

From: Lauren PrenticeSent: Wednesday, October 23, 2019 10:35 AMTo: Jim ForsythSubject: RE: FW: CUP19-002 Notice of Application ODNS - Blue Mountain Television

Thanks, I’ll pass that along. From: Jim Forsyth Sent: Wednesday, October 23, 2019 10:04 AM To: Lauren Prentice Subject: Re: FW: CUP19‐002 Notice of Application ODNS ‐ Blue Mountain Television

Good Moring, Lauren,

Directly under the tower there will be a deep underground concrete base that the tower legs are bolted to just above ground level. Each tower leg will be cad‐weld bonded to an engineered grounding system that also is directlly under the tower, as recommended by the tower manufacturer and the FCC. There are no underground utilities involved. All excavation is immediately beneath the tower and goes approximately ten feet deep beneath the ground surface and ten feet diameter. If you need more information, please let me know.

Thanks,

Jim

On 10/23/2019 9:20 AM, Lauren Prentice wrote:

Jim – I received the below question from the State, could you please respond by email to me? Thanks, Lauren Prentice Principal Planner / Acting Director Walla Walla County Community Development Department 310 W. Poplar, Suite 200 Walla Walla, WA 99362 509‐524‐2620 direct 509‐524‐2610 main From: SEPA (DAHP) Sent: Wednesday, October 23, 2019 9:04 AM To: Lauren Prentice Subject: RE: CUP19‐002 Notice of Application ODNS ‐ Blue Mountain Television Good morning Lauren,


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I’m wondering if you could provide our agency with some additional information about this project. What exactly will installation of the tower entail? Will it be placed on an above‐ground concrete pad, or will installation require excavation and underground utilities? Thank you! All the best, Sydney Hanson, MA | Transportation Archaeologist (preferred pronouns: she/her/hers) 360.586.3082 | [email protected] Department of Archaeology & Historic Preservation | www.dahp.wa.gov 1110 Capitol Way S, Suite 30 | Olympia WA 98501 PO Box 48343 | Olympia WA 98504-8343 please consider the environment before printing this email From: Lauren Prentice Sent: Wednesday, October 16, 2019 6:27 PM To: Andrea Weckmueller‐Behringer ; Barb McKinney ; Catherine Dickson ; SEPA (DAHP) ; Karl, David B (DFW) ; DOT ; Hartwig, Eric A. (ECY) ; Joy Bader ([email protected]) ; Tureman, Kevin (DOHi) ; Grandstaff, Mark (DFW) ; Mark Higgins ‐ Walla Walla Public Schools ([email protected]) ; Pat Reay ([email protected]) ; Paul Gerola ([email protected]) ; Renee M Hadley ; Rocky Eastman ([email protected]) ; SEPADesk (DFW) ; Ron Bull ; Mark Crider Subject: FW: CUP19‐002 Notice of Application ODNS ‐ Blue Mountain Television Consulting Agencies – A Notice of Application and application materials for the proposed Blue Mountain Television project on Wallula Avenue are attached. Comments on this notice are due on October 30. Lauren Prentice Principal Planner / Acting Director Walla Walla County Community Development Department 310 W. Poplar, Suite 200 Walla Walla, WA 99362 509‐524‐2620 direct 509‐524‐2610 main From: Lauren Prentice Sent: Wednesday, October 16, 2019 6:25 PM To: [email protected] Subject: CUP19‐002 Notice of Application ODNS ‐ Blue Mountain Television SEPA Unit:



File No. CUP19-002

NOTICE OF APPLICATION / ODNS Notice is hereby given on this date, 10/15/2019, that the application/proposal described in this notice has been filed with the Walla Walla County Community Development Department (CDD). The application/proposal may be reviewed at the CDD office at 310 W Poplar St., Suite 200, Walla Walla, WA 99362. All interested persons and parties may comment on the application, appeal rights are outlined in Walla Walla County Code Chapter 14.11 The CDD is using the optional threshold determination process under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) authorized by WAC 197-11-355. The application comment period may be the only opportunity to comment on the environmental impacts of the proposal. A copy of the SEPA determination on the proposal may be obtained upon request. The proposal may include mitigation measures under applicable codes, and the project review process may incorporate or require mitigation measures regardless of whether an environmental impact statement is prepared. The SEPA Responsible Official has preliminarily determined that the proposal is:

[ ] categorically exempt under SEPA [X] subject to SEPA threshold determination requirements and the responsible official expects to issue the following determination: Determination of Non Significance (DNS).

The following identified existing environmental documents are hereby incorporated by reference, and all or part of the documents may be used to evaluate the application/proposal:

• SEPA Environmental Checklist • Conditional Use Permit application and attached written statement (Exhibit A) • Email from Jim Forsyth dated 2019-08-28 (tower height) • Critical Areas Permit application

These documents are located at the office of the CDD at 310 W Poplar St., Suite 200, Walla Walla, WA, and shall be made available for public review during all applicable comment periods on the application/proposal. Preliminary determinations and information contained herein shall not bind the County and are subject to continuing review and modification.

1. Applicant/Owner: Blue Mountain Broadcast Association 1200 SE 12th Street, Suite 200; College Place, WA, 99324

2. Application filing date: 5/31/2019 3. Date that application was determined to be substantially complete: 6/28/2019 4. Location and description of proposed action: Convert existing church building into studio

and offices for Blue Mountain Broadcasting Association (dba Blue Mountain Television). The interior of the church sancuary will be modified for use a television studio. A 100-foot free-standing tower would be installed behind the building. The site is located generally at 1470 Wallula Avenue (APN 350726230010).

5. Comprehensive plan map designation for the location: Rural Residential 5 6. Zoning map designation for the location: RR-5 7. Other required permits/approvals: building permit, critical areas permit. 8. Development Regulations:

WWCC Chapter 17.40 – Conditional Uses WWCC 17.18.020 – Development Standards – Density and Dimensions WWCC Chapter 17.20 – Development Standards – Off-street Parking and Loading Areas WWCC Chapter 17.22 – Development Standards – Wineries and Breweries WWCC Chapter 18.12 – Environmental Policy WWCC Chapter 18.08 – Critical Area Protection

9. The comment period for this notice is fourteen (14) days from issuance of this notice, but public comments will be accepted until the close of the record for the hearing. Comments on this notice must be submitted in writing to the CDD at 310 W Poplar St., Suite 200, Walla Walla, WA 99362. The comment period on this notice ends at 3:00 PM on the following date: 10/30/2019.

10. The decision on this application will be made by the Walla Walla County Hearing Examiner after a public hearing.

11. A public hearing will be held on this proposal; but it has not been scheduled yet.

For additional information please contact the CDD at 310 W Poplar St., Suite 200, Walla Walla, WA 99362; 509-524-2610; [email protected]. Staff Contact: Lauren Prentice, Principal Planner, 509-524-2620. This Notice of Application is required by RCW 36.70B.110 and Walla Walla County Code 14.07.080.

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Certificate of Notification File Number: CUP19-002 Site Location: 1470 Wallula Avenue Type of Notice: Notice of Application ODNS Review Level/Type: Level 3 Proof of Publishing I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that the content of the above form of notice was published

in the Union Bulletin on the following date: 10/16/2019

on the CDD website on the following date: 10/16/2019

Lauren Prentice Printed Name

_____________________________ Signature

11/15/2019 Date

Proof of Posting I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of posted

on site: 10/15/2019 by Don Sims


_____________________________ Signature

11/15/2019 Date

Proof of Mailing I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that the content of the above form of notice was

Emailed to the SEPA Register on: 10/16/2019

Emailed to consulting agencies on: 10/16/2019, including: WWVMPO, DAHP, DOT, Ecology, County PWD, County EH, WWVMPO, County Building Official/Fire Marshal, Fire District 4, CTUIR, WDFW, Walla Walla Public Schools, Walla Walla County Sheriff, Port.


_____________________________ Signature

11/15/2019 Date

SEPA Final DNS: SEPA19-009 Page 1 of 2 11/22/2019



File No. CUP19-002 SEPA19-009

CAP19-019

DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS) Description of Proposal: Convert existing church building into studio and offices for Blue

Mountain Broadcasting Association (dba Blue Mountain Television). The interior of the church sancuary will be modified for use a television studio. A 100-foot free-standing tower would be installed behind the building. CUP19-002

Proponent(s): BLUE MOUNTAIN BROADCASTING ASSOCIATION; 1200 SE 12TH

ST, STE 2; COLLEGE PLACE WA, 99324 Location of Proposal: The site is located generally at 1470 WALLULA AVE (APN

350726230010). The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030 (2) (c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public on request. The Determination of Non-Significance (DNS) is based on the project as proposed and reflected in the following:

• SEPA Staff Evaluation Report (SEPA19-009) • Environmental Checklist (SEPA19-009) dated 2019-05-24 • Conditional Use Permit application and attached written statement (CUP19-002) • Email from Jim Forsyth dated 2019-08-28 (tower height) • Critical Areas Permit application (CAP19-019)

This DNS is issued after using the optional DNS process in WAC 197-11-355. There is no further comment period on this DNS. The lead agency has determined that the requirements for environmental analysis, protection, and mitigation measures have been adequately addressed in the development regulations and comprehensive plan adopted under chapter 36.70A RCW, and in other applicable local, state or federal laws or rules, as provided by RCW 43.21C.240 and WAC 197-11-158. Our agency will not require any additional mitigation measures under SEPA. This DNS may be withdrawn at any time if the proposal is modified so that it is likely to have significant adverse environmental impacts (unless a non-exempt license has been issued if the proposal is a private project); if there is significant new information indicating, or on, a proposal’s probable significant adverse environmental impacts; or if the DNS was procured by misrepresentation or lack of material disclosure.


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SEPA Final DNS: SEPA19-009 Page 2 of 2 11/22/2019

Lead Agency: Walla Walla Community Development Department (CDD) Responsible official: Lauren Prentice; Acting Director Address: 310 W Poplar St., Suite 200

Walla Walla, WA 99362 Phone: 509-524-2610 Email: [email protected]

Issue Date: 11/22/2019 Signature: _______________________________________________ Date: _11/22/2019________________ Staff Contact: Lauren Prentice, Principal Planner/Acting Director, 509-524-2620 You may appeal this determination, in writing, to the CDD no later than fourteen days from the date of issue. You should be prepared to make specific factual objections. Contact the CDD to read or ask about the procedures for SEPA appeals and obtain details regarding submittals for appeals (including application forms and fees). Walla Walla County Code (WWCC) Chapter 14.11 outlines the County’s appeal procedure.

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SEPA Staff Evaluation Report: SEPA19-009 Page 1 of 3 11/22/2019



File No. SEPA19-006 CUP19-002 CAP19-019

STATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (SEPA) Final Staff Evaluation Report for Environmental Checklist

This document is intended to supplement information in the applicant’s submitted environmental checklist and also document some staff evaluation of the proposal. It is meant to serve as a supplement to the primary documents required by SEPA. Date: 11/22/2019

Project Name: Blue Mountain Television Studio

Proponent: Blue Mountain Broadcasting Association 1200 SE 12th St, Ste 2; College Place, WA, 99324

Description of Proposal: Convert existing church building into studio and offices for Blue Mountain Broadcasting Association (dba Blue Mountain Television). The interior of the church sanctuary will be modified for use a television studio. A 100-foot free-standing tower would be installed behind the building.

Location of Proposal: The site is located generally at 1470 Wallula Ave (APN 350726230010).

Zoning: Rural Residential-5

Land Use Designation: Rural Residential

Conclusions: Based on the analysis herein, the proposal can be found to not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. Application materials, including the SEPA checklist, were sent to state and local agencies for review and comment during the Notice of Application comment period. No public comments were received.

The County reserves the right to review any future revisions or

alterations to the site or to the proposal in order to determine the environmental significance or non-significance of the project at that point in time.

Prepared by: Lauren Prentice, Principal Planner/Acing Director, 509-524-2620

Reviewed Project and Environmental Documents:

• SEPA Staff Evaluation Report (SEPA19-009) • Environmental Checklist (SEPA19-009) dated 2019-05-24 • Conditional Use Permit application and attached written statement (CUP19-002) • Email from Jim Forsyth dated 2019-08-28 (tower height) • Critical Areas Permit application (CAP19-019)


A. Background Generally concur with checklist.

B. Environmental Elements

1. Earth Generally concur with checklist.

2. Air Generally concur with checklist.

3. Water Generally concur with checklist.

4. Plants Generally concur with checklist.

5. Animals In addition to the species listed by the proponent, the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Website states the property may be habitat for the Ferruginous hawk.

6. Energy and natural resources Generally concur with checklist.

7. Environmental Health Generally concur with checklist.

8. Land and Shoreline Use Generally concur with checklist, supplemental information included below.

Critical Areas (question 8(h)) The property is within the jurisdictional area of two mapped critical areas not noted in the checklist: Geologically Hazardous Area (moderate to high liquefaction susceptibility) and Critical Aquifer Recharge Area (CARA).

9. Housing Generally concur with checklist. The proposed television tower is unlikely to impact housing in the unincorporated Walla Walla County.

10. Aesthetics Generally concur with checklist. The tower will be governed by WWCC Chapter 17.34 – Development Standards – Wireless Communications Facilities.

11. Light and Glare Generally concur with checklist. As stated above, the tower will be governed by WWCC Chapter 17.34.


12. Recreation Generally concur with checklist.

13. Historic and cultural preservation Generally concur with checklist. Application materials were distributed to the Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP), CTUIR, and the Nez Perce Tribe. None of these agencies submitted comments or responded to the Notice of Application.

14. Transportation Generally concur with checklist.

15. Public Services Generally concur with checklist. The site is served by the Walla Walla County Sheriff and Walla Walla County Fire District No. 4. Neither of these agencies responded to the Notice of Application.

16. Utilities Generally concur with checklist.



File No. CUP19-002

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

File name/number: Blue Mountain Television/CUP19-004

Application type: Conditional Use Permit

Applicant: Blue Mountain Broadcast Association 1200 SE 12th Street, Suite 200; College Place, WA, 99324

Project description: Convert existing church building into studio and offices for Blue Mountain Broadcasting Association (dba Blue Mountain Television). The interior of the church sanctuary will be modified for use a television studio. A 100-foot free-standing tower would be installed behind the building.

The site is located generally at 1470 Wallula Avenue (APN 350726230010).

Review process and public comment: The Hearing Examiner will make a decision within ten working days of the public hearing. Written testimony may be submitted prior to or at the public hearing on December 9, 2019. Please indicate your name and address and refer to the file indicated above. Send written comments to: Walla Walla County Community Development Department (CDD) c/o Lauren Prentice, Acting Director 310 W Poplar St., Suite 200 Walla Walla, WA 99362 [email protected]

PUBLIC HEARING INFORMATION Monday, December 9, 2019 at 2:00 PM

(or as close thereto as possible) Walla Walla County Public Services Building

310 W. Poplar Street Basement Conference Room

Walla Walla, WA 99362

THE PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ON THIS APPLICATION WILL END WHEN THE HEARING EXAMINER CLOSES THE RECORD, WHICH IS EXPECTED TO BE AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING ON DECEMBER 9.

Any interested person may comment on this application, receive notice, and participate in any hearings. Persons submitting testimony may participate in the public hearing, request a copy of the final decision, and have rights to appeal the final decision. You can obtain a copy of the staff report from the CDD by contacting the person listed below. FOR MORE INFORMATION: For more information regarding this application, please contact Lauren Prentice, Acting Director, at 509-524-2610 or [email protected].

Walla Walla County complies with ADA; reasonable accommodation provided with 3 days notice.

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Certificate of Notification File Number: CUP19-002 Site Location: 1470 Wallula Avenue Type of Notice: Notice of Public Hearing Review Level/Type: Level 3 Proof of Publishing I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that the content of the above form of notice was published

in the Union Bulletin on the following date: 11/29/2019

on the CDD website on the following date: 11/21/2019


_____________________________ Signature

12/2/2019 Date

Proof of Mailing I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that the content of the above form of notice was

Mailed to parties of record and property owners within 500-feet of the project site (see attached list): on 11/21/2019


_____________________________ Signature

12/2/2019 Date

OWNER NAME IN CARE OF ADDRESS1 CITY STATE ZIPCODE

LASHER MICHAEL CHERYL SCHOLL PO BOX 2442 WALLA WALLA WA 99362

BLUE MOUNTAIN BROADCASTING ASSOCIATION 1200 SE 12TH ST STE #2 COLLEGE PLACE WA 99324

CHAMBERLAIN BILLY & PHYLLIS PO BOX 1511 WALLA WALLA WA 99362

HERMANNS DONALD 1524 WALLULA AVE WALLA WALLA WA 99362

NORHEIM RANDOLPH 1558 WALLULA AVE WALLA WALLA WA 99362

KJACK JERRY L & LINDA L 1420 WALLULA AVE WALLA WALLA WA 99362

WHITED PAUL F & LISA B 1594 WALLULA AVE WALLA WALLA WA 99362

HUDSON STEVE & KAREN 1590 WALLULA AVE WALLA WALLA WA 99362

MAGNAGHI BRYON & JEAN 620 S CAMPBELL RD WALLA WALLA WA 99362

SWAIN KENNETH LLOYD & SYLVIA

TRUSTEES OF THE KENNETH L & SYLVIA D SWAIN TRUST 1644 PLAZA WAY # 110 WALLA WALLA WA 99362

WIRTH G DAVID & ROBERTA C CO TRSTE OF THE WIRTH FAMILY 2005 814 RHEA LN WALLA WALLA WA 99362

SCHMATT TRUST 1437 WALLULA AVE WALLA WALLA WA 99362

SCHMATT CREDIT TRUST SHARON R SCHMATT TRUSTEE 1437 WALLULA AVE WALLA WALLA WA 99362

SEVERIN JOHN P & MARSHA 802 RHEA LN WALLA WALLA WA 99362

WRIGHT WILLIAM ROBERT 780 RHEA LN WALLA WALLA WA 99362

REMUS ROBERT M & KATHRYN R 866 S CAMBELL RD WALLA WALLA WA 99362

State of Washington • Department of Archaeology & Historic Preservation

P.O. Box 48343 • Olympia, Washington 98504-8343 • (360) 586-3065

www.dahp.wa.gov

October 23, 2019

Lauren Prentice Principal Planner Walla Walla County 310 W. Poplar Walla Walla, WA 99362-2865 In future correspondence please refer to: Project Tracking Code: 2019-10-08055 Property: Walla Walla County_Blue Mountain Television Studio Tower Construction Project Re: Monitoring Requested Dear Lauren Prentice: Thank you for contacting the Washington State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) and Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) and providing documentation regarding the above referenced project. A desktop review of our Statewide Predictive Model has identified the proposed project area as having high potential for archaeological resources. Further, the scale of the proposed ground disturbing actions would destroy any archaeological resources present. Therefore, we recommend that a professional archaeologist monitor the project area during excavation for the installation of the antenna tower. We also recommend consultation with the concerned Tribes' cultural committees and staff regarding cultural resource issues. These comments are based on the information available at the time of this review and on behalf of the SHPO in conformance with Washington State law. Should additional information become available, our assessment may be revised. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this project and we look forward to receiving the survey report. Please ensure that the DAHP Project Number (a.k.a. Project Tracking Code) is shared with any hired cultural resource consultants and is attached to any communications or submitted reports. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Sincerely,

Sydney Hanson Transportation Archaeologist (360) 586-3082 [email protected]


October 28, 2019

Lauren Prentice

Principal Planner


310 W. Poplar, Suite 200

Walla Walla, WA 99362

Re: Blue Mountain Television Studio, File #: CUP19-002, SEPA19-009

Dear Lauren Prentice:

Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Notice of Application and anticipated

Determination of Nonsignificance regarding the proposal to convert and existing church building

into a television studio and offices for Blue Mountain Broadcasting Association (Proponent:

Blue Mountain Broadcast Association). The Department of Ecology (Ecology) has reviewed the

documents and submits the following comments:

Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction Program-Andrew Maher (509) 329-3612

Wastes produced during construction or remodeling can be dangerous wastes in

Washington State. Some of these wastes include:

• Absorbent material

• Aerosol cans

• Asbestos-containing materials

• Lead-containing materials

• PCB-containing light ballasts

• Waste paint

• Waste paint thinner

• Sanding dust

• Treated wood

The Common Construction and Demolition Wastes website has a more comprehensive

list and a link to identifying and designating your wastes.

This can be found on line at: https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-

technical-assistance/Dangerous-waste-guidance/Common-dangerous-waste/Construction-

and-demolition.

Responsibility for construction waste generated at a facility is the responsibility of the

facility that generates the waste.

https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Dangerous-waste-guidance/Common-dangerous-waste/Construction-and-demolitionhttps://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Dangerous-waste-guidance/Common-dangerous-waste/Construction-and-demolitionhttps://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Dangerous-waste-guidance/Common-dangerous-waste/Construction-and-demolitionlprenticeTypewritten TextExhibit 11

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October 28, 2019

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In order to adequately identify some of your construction and remodel debris, you may

need to sample and test the wastes generated to determine whether they are dangerous

waste.

For more information and technical assistance, contact John Blunt at (509) 329-3525 or

[email protected].

Water Quality Program-Shannon Adams (509) 329-3610

Implement and maintain adequate Best Management Practices to prevent construction

sediment from leaving the proposed site of the future communications tower. For

additional information or technical assistance, please contact Shannon Adams at (509)

329-3610 or via e-mail at [email protected].

State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA)

Ecology bases comments upon information submitted for review. As such, comments

made do not constitute an exhaustive list of the various authorizations you may need to

obtain, nor legal requirements you may need to fulfill in order to carry out the proposed

action. Applicants should remain in touch with their Local Responsible Officials or

Planners for additional guidance.

To receive more guidance on or to respond to the comments made by Ecology, please contact the

appropriate staff listed above at the phone number or email provided.

Department of Ecology

Eastern Regional Office

(Ecology File #: 201905924)

cc: James N. Forsyth, Blue Mountain Broadcast Association

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