Bill Hocker | Aug 5, 2015

[email sent to APAC regarding Dir. Morrison's interpretation of a consolidated definition of agriculture presented at the June 22, 2015 meeting}

From: Eve Kahn
Sent; Wed Aug 5, 2015
To: David Morrison
CC: Melissa Frost
Subject: Proposal to clarify the consolidated definition of agriculture

I request that APAC consider and approve a modified definition of agriculture originally discussed on June 22, 2015.

I missed the 6/22 meeting and upon reading the minutes and than the corrected minutes, I became concerned that some of the existing GP definitions, policies and county codes were not accurately translated to the consolidated version.

I submit the attached version that uses almost all the exact wording as the 6/22 version. The sentences have been moved to combine like parts together (rather than in separate paragraphs) which makes for an easier read and easier comprehension

While is has bee stated that the consolidated definitions is 'only for APAC use' my experience is quite different. It is likely the consolidated definition will carry forward and be used by the Planning Commission, BOS, staff, and public use. So I want to make sure it is as accurate and constant with existing wording and intent found in the GP and County Codes

Thanks of your consideration. Eve

Proposed Revision to Consolidated Definition of Agriculture for APAC:

Agriculture is the raising of crops, trees, and livestock. The processing of agricultural products, farm management activities, farm worker housing and conditional accessory uses may be permitted and must remain related, subordinate, and incidental to the main use. Accessory uses must also be reasonably compatible with and cannot change the character of the primary agricultural uses.

Agricultural processing includes crushing; wastewater disposal; aging, bottling, storage, and shipping of bulk wine; office and laboratories.

Accessory uses related to a winery include tours and tastings; retail sales of wine and wine-related items; marketing activities for the education and development of consumers and members of the wine trade regarding wine produced by the winery; limited non-commercial food service; display of art or items of historical, ecological, or viticultural significance; child care centers; and temporary events.

Other permitted uses in the agricultural zones may include dwellings and guest cottages; small care homes; minor communications facilities; kennels and veterinary offices; non-commercial energy systems; limited recreational uses; campgrounds and related lodging; sanitary landfills; levee repair and maintenance; and agricultural processing facilities (other than wineries).

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