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May 23, 2005 - Regular Meeting Page 186 (crystal silica) could create health problems if it is ingested by the workers. Mr. Thompson reported the concrete plant would be permitted and inspected by the N.C. Division of Air Quality and Mr. Misenheimer would not have a free reign to disperse the silicates throughout the region. He stated in his opinion there should not be any environmental concerns due to the controls that will be in place and the containment systems that will be on site. Mr. Thompson stated he had performed a soil and site suitability on the property, and the degradation of the springs behind the property was a result of timber harvesting prior to Mr. Misenheimer purchasing the property. Butch Loflin, concrete operator from Kernersville and previously sworn, stated he has known Mr. Misenheimer for about a year and found him to be a dedicated and hardworking person. He said his Kernersville plant won an environmental award in 2003 and a plant could be 99.9 percent efficient with the proper dust collection system. Mr. Loflin stated in his opinion a concrete plant should be an asset to any community due to need for concrete for construction purposes and that a concrete plant that is convenient to the job site results in better pricing and longevity of the product. william Holyfield, resident of Charlotte and previously sworn, stated he has 20 years of experience with construction equipment and was available to answer questions. Donald Misenheimer, petitioner and previously sworn; discussed his previous development experience, including the development of a business park on an eight-acre parcel of property purchased in 1987. He said the park is 100 percent built out, the buildings are 100 percent occupied and approximately 80 employees work on that property. He reported that Jerry Saunders and Ryan McDaniels from the Cabarrus Economic Development Corporation were shown the current business park as well as the plans for the proposed park and were in favor of the project. Mr. Misenheimer said there is a need to provide concrete for roads, streets and buildings and the inability to get concrete delivered on certain dates and time had cost him a tremendous amount of money. He stated he could build a nice business park in a more efficient manner and at an affordable price with the concrete plant. He displayed a number of photos of past projects and briefly commented on the number of tenants, their businesses and number of employees. He said the development of 32 acres would generate employment for approximately 300 employees, create a tax base of approximately $10 million and cater to small businesses. Mr. Misenheimer said he bought the property from Mr. Long and thought he had the proper zoning for the concrete plant which will be located inside a building to reduce noise and dust. Mr. Misenheimer commented on the cleanliness and state-of-the-art operation of Butch Loflin's plant that he stated is located between two schools in Kernersville. He said he would like to pattern his plant after Mr. Loflin's facility and would provide jobs and a tax base if he is given the opportunity. Mr. Misenheimer reported all the adjoining property owners had signed in support of the rezoning with the exception of the Hunter's and Isenhour's. He asked that the Board approve the rezoning. vice Chairman Carruth commended American dream with his business plans. experience in operating a concrete plant. Mr. Misenheimer on following the He asked Mr. Misenheimer about his Mr. Misenheimer said his father was a 'concrete finisher and that he poured and played in concrete as a child. He said for the past six or seven years he had attended the World of Concrete School that teaches a wide range of classes. He stated he is dyslexic, but has a photographic memory and can see what this property is now and what it could be in the future. Also, he said he wants to make money. Vice Chairman Carruth asked if Mr. Meisenheimer planned to dismantle the concrete plant after the business park is completed or would he open the plant for outside sales. Mr. Misenheimer stated he had an idea to build concrete panels inside the building, but has been told that was unfeasible. Further, he proposed to pour driveways and side walks and commented on his desire to build a walking trail and fountain around the lake for employees of the business park. Rodger Lentz, Planning and presented into evidence a list of for comparison to Mr. Misenheimer's Zoning Manager and previously sworn, uses currently permitted on the property request for the Special Use rezoning.