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581 The entrance will be off Flowes Store Road and there will be a recycling center on site for yard waste for composting and mulching. Further, Mr. Gilkerson advised that there will be ground water monitoring wells located around the perimeter of the property. He addressed concerns of the residents regarding dust, noise and property values. All roadways on the interior of the property will be irrigated and an earth berm will be built around the site for noise abatement and to prevent unauthorized access. He presented written information concerning an increase in property values in areas located near the BFI Landfill at the Charlotte Motor Speedway, the tire recycling facility on Poplar Tent Road and the proposed C&D landfill. Mr. Gilkerson reported there were no documented cases of methane gas in a C&D landfill in the state and only one documented case of groundwater contamination which involved a crossover of municipal solid waste. The company has revised its hours of operation as follows: 7:00 am to 6:00 pm on Monday through Friday and 7:00 am to 12:00 noon on Saturday. In conclusion, Mr. Gilkerson advised the company proposes to donate the completed landfill to Cabarrus County to be used for recreational purposes. Also, he said the company is proposing a donation (amount to be determined) on a price per ton basis of the Landfill's tipping fee to the County for assistance with the schools. At 8:28 P.M., Chairman Casper opened the public hearing for Petition C98- 01(R). She asked speakers to limit their comments to two (2) minutes. Mr. Jim Scarbrough, Attorney representing residents of the community, introduced the presentation in opposition to the rezoning. He pointed out the petition was denied by the Planning and Zoning Commission and brought to the Board of Commissioners on appeal. He stated that rezoning this property for a landfill would constitute spot zoning as it cannot be justified under any of the following factors: (1) The size of the tract of property; (2) The compatibility of the disputed action with an existing comprehensive zoning plan; (3) The benefits and detriments for the owner, his neighbors and the surrounding community; and (4) The relationship of the uses envisioned under the new zoning and the uses currently present on adjacent tracts. Mr. John Boger, resident of 101 Louise Drive SE in Concord and speaking on behalf of his mother, opposed the rezoning. He stated there is nothing unique about the size of this tract of land that justifies zoning this property in a manner inconsistent with the surrounding area. Mr. Boger submitted a County Geographic Information Services map, which he stated showed rolling land at approximately 630 feet above sea level. He said the proposed landfill will extend approximately 100 feet above the surrounding property and will destroy the value of other land in the area. Mr. Mark Horton of 7787 Highway 601 South, Concord, opposed the rezoning. He stated the Board should adhere to the Midland Area Plan which shows the land use as rural residential and agricultural. Also, he complained that the proposed landfill would change the character and heritage of this land and surrounding area. Mr. Art Spellenberg of 710 Palafox Drive, Concord, objected to the proposed landfill. He stated the landfill operator will receive all the benefits and the community will receive all the detriments, including traffic, odor and noise. Mr. Spellenberg presented information regarding reported vehicle crashes in the area, traffic count, area school bus routes and the unsuitability of the roads to withstand sustained heavy truck traffic. He objected to plans for a future park at the site, stating the County would be financially responsible for monitoring a closed-out landfill. In conclusion, Mr. Spellenberg presented a photograph of a lO0-foot tower at Concord Motorsports Park and stated the landfill would extend to the height of that tower. Mr. Lester H. Cragan, III, of 6683 Erinbrook Drive, Concord, objected to the rezoning, stating the landfill would create methane gas, he expressed concern about the creation of an explosive atmosphere and the water availability if a fire should occur. Mr. Cragan further expressed concern about the possibility of contaminated dirt being brought in to the site and the County's liability if a park is developed at the site. Mr. David Black of 8800 John White Road, Concord, stated rezoning the property for a landfill violates the Midland Area Plan and would be a detriment to the community. He discussed the makeup of the surrounding area, including the location of both residences and churches. Miss Amanda Creason, area resident, spoke in opposition to the landfill.