Park Ranch

Plan delayed, Commission wants to see more

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 09:11:02 -0700

Well, it appears there is a draw.

The County Commission voted 3-2 to delay the decision for Park Cattle to move forward with community development. This is a good sign for Park Cattle, as they have now until November to show the plan's ultimate assets.

After being voted down by most, this decision shows that those in charge of deciding believe there could be some benefits of the plan. Now they're giving Park Cattle more time to demonstrate those benefits.

If you've read anything on this site, there are multiple tabs you can click on this site that prove Douglas County residents will enjoy the plans that Park Cattle has.

If you are new to the site, and disagree with the delay and believe Park Cattle shouldn't develop, take time to read some the Park covenant and learn more about the Park family. Some of the media reports in the area show only the negative aspects of the plan, which are few. Here we have the positive gain of the plan and what it can do for current and future residents.

Enjoy.

Thursday could bring great things

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 17:05:08 -0700

Tomorrow, Thursday September 4, 2008 will mark a day in history for the Douglas County and Park Cattle Co.

The Douglas County Commissioners will vote to pass or reject Park Cattle's plan to develop some of the already developed land east of Highway 395 and conserve most land west of 395.

We hope to make it a day that will result in a great future for locals and residents in the future: development of low-income homes with parks, small restaurants and land for schools on the east side of 395. This would leave the majority of the beautiful land west of 395 untouched, or used for a horse park.

We hope that the County Commissioners will see the broader picture of this 40-50 year plan, and build for the future of those who live in the county now, and those, maybe even your children or grandchildren someday, who will call the beautiful area home one day.

A potential horse park

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 09:06:47 -0700

One great opportunity to come out of the Park Cattle Co. master plan has to do with horses.

Denise Beronio had an article in the Record-Courier last week giving a detailed outlook on how the horse park project, in the plans for Park Cattle, would greatly benefit horses and the people who love horses.

Beronio met with Park Cattle and gave suggestions to make the horse park one that would be beneficial to the slumping economy, and help children and adults alike enjoy the fun that riding and caring for horses provides.

Click here to read the story.

First day of school

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 07:42:26 -0700

Backpack zippers are being zipped up full of books, pencils and lunch boxes. Several mothers are kissing their tikes goodbye for the day. The buzz in the hallways on the first day of school sends shockwaves through the air, regardless of what grade or school you are in.

So what does that have to do with Park Cattle Company?

The leaders of Douglas County have the opportunity to vote for the Park Cattle Master Plan, which would allow for new schools to be built.

Park Cattle has allotted a significant set of land for new schools. If the plan gets approved, area kids will have the opportunity in the future to zip those backpacks, read books, learn as much as they can and eat their lunches in a brand new, state-of-the-art school.

Park project good for economy

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 08:38:46 -0700

When a development like the Park Ranch Plan is showcased, there are many benefits. In a slow economy, the plan would be perfect for seldom used construction workers, families in need of low-income housing and schools that need to be built. The plan entails a solid working foundation for area residents and amenities that might not be built unless the resolution is passed.

The plan took a hit Wednesday when the Douglas County Planning Commission rejected the initiative, 6-1.

It was interesting to find a story a few clicks away on the Record-Courier Web site. The story, Polyphaser moving to Idaho, is one Douglas County doesn't really want to see. Click the link to read the story.

Our economy needs rejuvenation for business owners and with 100 people notified in the story that the Douglas plant is closing, they can either move to Hayden, Idaho, or stay in Douglas County and find a new job.

Job creation is a big motive for the Park family, and in the 50-year plan there would be plenty of work, giving Douglas County residents job security.

Update: Meeting moved to Wednesday

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:20:59 -0700

The Douglas County Planning Commission delayed its meeting with Park Cattle Tuesday and rescheduled it for 9:30 a.m. Wednesday.

The commission approved the project for Big George Ventures Tuesday, which will include 254 patio homes, 27 duplexes, 56 four-unit townhomes and 18 common-area parcels, according to the Record-Courier.

The Minden Town Board approved the Park Cattle Plan last week after the Gardnerville Board rejected it.

A step in the right direction

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 08:54:37 -0700

When the Minden Town Board voted 3-2 to approve the Park Cattle plan last week, it was a huge step in the right direction.

After the plan was voted down at the Gardnerville Town Board last Monday, it’s safe to say that some of the political figures in Douglas County are understanding some of the benefits of the plan as previously discussed on this blog.

Another hurdle for Park Cattle comes on Tuesday at 1 p.m. when the master plan amendment goes up for approval at the Douglas County Planning Commission.

Update: Park Cattle Town Meeting to begin at 6 p.m.

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 16:00:58 -0700

Sorry this is a little late, but now is your chance to go down to the Town Board Meeting and listen, or participate, in the first meeting for the Park Cattle plan. It is located at the Douglas County Commission Room of the Douglas County Administration Building, which is the old courthouse, at 1818 Eighth Street.

Wednesday's meeting starts at 6 p.m. and two hours have been scheduled for debate on the subject, with President and CEO Brad Nelson in attendance representing Park Cattle.

The agenda says the meeting will include "discussion and possible action to approve, approve with conditions, or deny DA 08-048," which is the Park Cattle Master Plan. Also the meeting will look at the Specific Plan, which also could be approved.

Today would be a perfect time to ask the head of Park Cattle questions or to address concerns with the plan.

Tuesday there was a meeting in Gardnerville and the Record-Courier did an article on it, to see it click here.

This is the first step in Park Cattle's plan to conserve the beautiful land west of Highway 395 and to build schools, parks and affordable work-force homes on the already-developed land east of Highway 395.

Check back here later this week to discuss and review the meeting.

There is no rush for Park Cattle project

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:45:28 -0700

Everyone seems to be in a rush these days.

Whether it’s at your job, making lunch for your kids or just doing simple tasks around the house, there’s always some sort of rush to make sure everything gets accomplished.

With the Park Cattle project, it seems many people think the plan is rushed. Some may fear that thousands of homes are going to be built in next few years or so. Truth is, 50 years is the planned completion date.

There will be no land grazers or huge tractors lined up ready to build. There probably won’t be any real evidence of construction for the first year. The growth in the Carson Valley wouldn’t be noticed for some time, and there certainly isn’t a rush for Park Cattle to build, build and build. The plan is based on subtle growth that will gradually progress.

Fifty years is a long time. Think what you could do in 50 years?

Response to Friday's Record-Courier article

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 16:25:55 -0700

The Gardnerville Record-Courier is the leading newspaper for Douglas County and the main media outlet covering the Park Ranch project.

Reporter Scott Neuffer of the R-C published a story on Friday entitled, “Park plans parks debate at forum”, however I believe the intended headline was “Park plan sparks debate at forum”.

The article presents much of the negative feedback that four of the six county commission candidates have with the Park Ranch project. Such a resounding response needs to be covered by the local newspaper so residents can understand each candidates’ stance on growth in the Carson Valley.

However, the article fails to give a fair oppositional stance.

“How will the county benefit from 5,000 new homes?” Republican District 5 candidate Stuart Posselt asked in the article.

He also asked “Will it improve traffic on Highway 395? Will it help build new schools?”

Park Cattle Company would like to take the opportunity to answer those important questions here:

–   Park Cattle’s “smart growth” approach to development values long-range, regional considerations of sustainability. This 50-year plan will generate over $17 million annually in property taxes. There will be low-income housing and the development will be on the east side of 395, therefore protecting the beautiful west side of 395, making walking and equestrian trails, 55 miles of trails to be exact.
–   Traffic on 395 will increase, but Park Cattle has already contacted traffic specialists to keep the roads as fluid as possible.
–   Yes, new schools will be built. Park Cattle has dedicated land for identified school sites, as well as fire and paramedic district sites.

Park chief executive officer Brad Nelson will publish a letter to Douglas County residents that will appear as a full-page ad in Friday and Sunday’s Record-Courier. He will address the Park Ranch Covenant, which will help answer question Douglas County residents may have on the project.