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We will not be submitting a petition to the county regarding the Masse property redistricting application. I have spoken to Alberta Municipal Affairs regarding us submitting a petition and have found out that it would not be admissible since we do not vote in Lac Ste Anne county.
I appreciate everyone volunteering to help distribute a petition, and I strongly encourage you to write letters to the county planners (if you have not already done so), plan to come to the public hearing on Sept 1 at Sangudo, and request to speak at the public hearing.
Letter opposing RV Park development, click here.
Letter opposing RV Park development, click here.
Letter opposing RV Park development, click here.
Letter from resident opposing RV Park development:
Mr. Ferris/Ms.Wodnough
We have been a landowner for over 50 years a multigenerational family tradition of going to the lake for quiet relaxation. We are extremely concerned about the possible rezoning of the land to a large recreational facility.
On many points this is a huge concern.
Nakamun lake is a small lake. We do not live on the lake front, across the road. The sound of speed boats, jet skis and alike carries up where we are. If there is increased speed boat there would be more noise and over use of the lake. Our small lake has been through a lot of environmental changes over the years such as low water levels, increased algae and loss of fish more traffic would have a negative impact. We do not need an increase of traffic on the lake.
We are a family lake,folks here respect and look out for each other. Our concern is for the increased people that come and go with no long term investment for our village and lake. At this time we feel safe to walk the village day or night. The potential for crime and unsafe environment increases with a transient population.
We hope you will consider our concerns.
Thank you for your time,
Bruce and Ursula Shaw
5629-Nakamun DriveLetter from resident opposing RV Park development:
August 20, 2015
Mr. Matthew Ferris
Planning & Development Manager
Lac Ste. Anne CountyMs. Danielle Woolnough
Planning & Development Summer Student
Lac Ste. Anne CountyThis letter is in reference to the proposed redistricting of the legal land:
S.E.34-56-02-W5M and S.W.34-56-02-W5M.As full time residents of The Summer Village of Lake Nakamun the obvious concerns we share with our neighbours are the increased traffic, noise, trash, and vandalism to name just a few. We are well aware that our small slice of paradise is not ours exclusively. However, the real issue is the environmental impact this rezoning would have on the lake itself. We do not know the extent of this impact, but all parties involved can surmise it would be negative. With Lake Nakamun lying within the boundaries of Lac Ste. Anne County, it falls on the County to act as responsible stewards. As such, Alberta Environment should be contacted to provide a feasibility study before this application for rezoning proceeds any further.
We encourage the County to consider the environmental impact of this rezoning and to reject this application!!
Sincerely
Wally and Rhoda Penner
5580 Nakamun DriveLetter opposing RV Park development, click here.
Letter opposing RV Park development, click here.
Letter opposing RV Park development, click here.
Letter opposing RV Park development, click here.
Letter opposing RV Park development, click here.
Letter from resident opposing RV Park development:
Sent: August-18-15 9:45 AM
To: mferris@lsac.ca; dwoolnough@lsac.ca
Cc: Mark Miller; RLS
Subject: Proposed Redistricting: Legal Land: SE 34-56-02-W5M and SW 34-56-02-W5M (Nakamun Lake)Mr. Ferris / Ms. Woolnough,
We are sending this note in response to the proposed rezoning of the parcels of land indicated in the subject line.
As a landowners in the S.V. of Nakamun Park for many years we are deeply concerned about the possibility, once again, of the land being rezoned as a change will be creating the development of a multi parcel recreational facility near the lake.
This is a major concern because:
– Due to the small size of Nakamun Lake, any significant development such as this will negatively impact the environment surrounding the lake and the lake itself due to potential overuse. The small lake is already at capacity and with the introduction of a major development will be sure to at least double the lake usage– Reduction of the value of the land for the current owners in the Village and surrounding areas due to potential overcrowding on the lake and streets in the Summer months.
– Potential for an increase in crime and noise due to seasonal usage of this proposed development
– Safety on the Village streets will be compromised due to increased traffic (we have already installed speed bumps to deal with an already existing problem)
Please consider these points when making your decision.
Thank you.
Derek & Michele Schaaf
Ludwig & Lorene Schaaf
SV of Nakamun ParkLetter opposing RV Park development, click here.
Letter from resident opposing RV park development:
Mr. Matthew Ferris
Planning & Development Manager
Lac Ste. Anne CountyMs. Danielle Woolnough
Planning & Development Summer StudentLAC STE. ANNE COUNTY LAND USE BYLAW #16-08 for Proposed: Redistricting
Legal Land: S.E. 34-56-02-W5M and S.W. 34-56-02-W5M
File: 002REDST2015The proposed redistricting of the above noted properties raise many concerns. Beyond the un-evaluated environmental impact, increased boat traffic, vehicle traffic and overall congestion both on and around the lake we would like you to also consider the following:
1) The environmentally sensitive nature of Nakamun Lake, as identified in the Lac La Nonne Watershed Stewardship Society’s State of the Watershed Report of October 2006, link: http://www.laclanonnewatershed.com/LLN_SoW_Report.pdf, identifies Nakamun Lake with very high saturation levels in the sediment of the lake. This at the very least should initiate the requirement of an Environmental Impact Study when redistricting properties this large within the lake drainage basin. This study should be complete and the results/recommendations reviewed prior to any decision on this proposal;
2) The redistricting proposal indicates that the land would be developed into recreational and business that support recreational activities. Many types of businesses that support recreation, for example a golf course as pictured in their proposal again, utilizes fertilizers and weed abatement treatments that will endanger Nakamun Lake further;
3) The addition of 200 campsites would, in essence, double the current number of families utilizing a very small lake that is currently trying to recover from very high sediment levels and with a fish population that was decimated by winter kill two winters ago; and
4) Mr. Masse is already offering camping for a fee since June 4, 2015, on the subject property, direct quotes below are from his own Facebook page… the development permit was not submitted for the County’s review until June 12, 2015…
June 4 (2015)-
“My new tractor just delivered to my Masse Wilderness Park project. Creating spots for my friends. Park your RV here for monthly use. Not for storage, come enjoy the land. Free fire wood…. Small fee to cover costs. Message me if interested…. Only 1 hour from city.”From one of his followers with his response and date is June 4, 2015…before he applied to the county:
“Hey pal. PM me the details.”
Like · Reply · 1 · June 4 at 9:53pm
Darien Masse “Nakamun Lake
”July 25 (2015) –
“A week of relaxing camping out on my land…. So looking forward to getting out of the city…. 160 acres of pure peace and serenity. Going to build a large community fire pit with a large tent and gazebo….. Build it and they shall come… Lol”The only difference on this application from the one submitted last year is that he has scaled down the development slightly, although he is still using most of the wording and picture from his previous submission. Mr. Masse’s submission in 2014 was soundly defeated by your council and I implore you to again rule against redistricting of both of these properties.
We would appreciate your consideration of our concerns and those of all our neighbours at the lake prior to the second reading of this proposal on September 1, 2015.
Thank you
Elizabeth & Russ Logan
5087-4 Street, Summer Village of Nakamun ParkLetter from resident opposing RV Park development:
Mr. Matthew Ferris
Planning & Development Manager
Lac Ste. Anne CountyMs. Danielle Woolnough
Planning & Development Summer Student
Lac Ste. Anne CountyThis letter is in response to the proposed redistricting legal land: S.E. 34-56-02-W5M and S.W. 34-56-02 W5M from Agricultural use to Commercial Recreation (CREA) use.
I understand that Masse Properties Corp has made application for Redistricting (rezoning) the above mentioned property and 1st reading of the proposed bylaw has occurred on August 5th by Lac Ste. Anne County (LSAC) council, indicating that a 2nd and 3rd reading of the proposed Redistricting Bylaw 21-2015 be forthcoming. I cannot downplay the reality that a development of a 200+ site RV campground is credible. The proposal to Redistrict this parcel, let alone possible development of a 200+ site RV campground, will have a detrimental effect on the market value of property in Nakamun Park and Nakamun Lake’s surrounding neighbourhoods.
I understand the proposed Redistricting bylaw does not guarantee Mr. Masse’s success at attempting to develop the 200+ site RV campground. Mr. Masse proposed development of this property last year and was denied; however, given the tenacity of this individual, his ultimate agenda to do whatever is necessary to develop the adjacent property creating a densely populated RV campground.
This proposal has been compared to a development bordering a larger populated center (a town or city). This situation is incomparable as the basis of owning property in a summer village or living in the countryside is more aligned with enhancing ones quality of life which will be threatened by the proposed Redistricting bylaw.
The 200 site RV campground in such close proximity to Nakamun Park will negatively impact our summer village, including the neighbouring summer villages in LSAC and Lake Nakamun. The proposed use of this property will substantially increase traffic causing additional wear and maintenance of the county’s and Nakamun Park’s road system. This is an important factor as the main component of any county’s operating budget is road maintenance; this will impact all of LSAC’s residents.
In addition to the increased road traffic, the number of boating related incidents on Nakamun Lake will be a cause for concern by the existing summer village residents and in the neighbouring county alike, including the environmental impact of the increased population about the lake.
There is also the inevitability of an increase in criminal activity due to the transient nature of campers associated with the proposed 200+ site RV campground.
In closing, it is a misconception that increasing the tax base will augment a municipality’s coffers. This 200+ RV campground development will only trigger a nominal tax shift, given a typical annual adjustment to your municipality’s budget.
I request your consideration to deny the proposed Redistricting (Rezoning) Bylaw 21-2015.
Regards,
Richard Chaney
5074 5th Street
Nakamun Park, AB
780-446-4695
