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Planning Commission Page 6 May 22,2018 ----------------------------- direction to redirect concert sound as well as install some noise buffering shrubs, trees, or barriers to prevent noise from reaching residences. She indicated the residents want to see ERX successful but that ERX must realize the area zoned around their property is residential, and has been for over 50 years. She stated these folks moved to those properties to live and farm and now are impacted daily by the events taking place at the track. She further stated concerns regarding the additional types of events which could increase crime,lack of fencing and security,more opportunities for camping, and the hazardous waste issues with no sewer and water, along with smoke, chemicals, and oils from race vehicles. She requested assistance from the applicant and Planning Commission to help the community members residing near the track. Mr. Leeseberg outlined on the map the distance fro x idential properties to the track, showing a distance of about a half mil Commissioner Rydberg asked Ms. Lemmon anyone had approached the applicant with these concerns. Ms. Lemmon stated nothing had been proposed to the applicant by them but when complaints are made,the applicant says they're sorry. She said Josh Groen did visit Mrs. Lemmon's house. She explained the neighborhood is seniors and farmers who aren't assertively calling the police with complaints but instead are looking to the city to exact change. Chair Johnson asked if there were any,,police c s vandalism or complaints. Mr. Leeseberg stated he would have to check with the police department for that information but he hadn't heard of any complaints after events. Commissioner Thiel stated this was the first time any residents had voiced concerns, which he felt were helpful to hear. He stated sound will carry but now that more expansion has occurred,without vegetation the sound will carry further. Commissioner Rydberg stated some mitigation can occur to alleviate those concerns and perhaps a discussion with staff,the applicant, and concerned citizens is in order. Ms. Goodin thanked the residents for voicing their concerns. She stated they had offered dinner out, tickets,and hotel stays as a peace offering as she doesn't want to upset the area residents, expressing her sincere apologies. She stated Josh Groen, after visiting Mrs. Lemmon, didn't understand the ramification of the noise concerns. She stated she will bring these concerns back to the owners for alleviation. She stated security is at every single event. Gentleman in audience stated his concern was with security during overnight camping, drinking, and hours of operation. UREJ