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(5) Compatibility. Compatibility with existing uses and those which can be protected, based upon present subdivision and land use approvals for properties located within the surrounding affected area, as determined 6y the board of county commissioners, based upon competent evidence in the record. A facility's compatibility with land uses in the surrounding area, which the board of county commissioners finds will be affected by its operation, shall be determined by the facility's estimated or projected ability to mitigate the impacts which it generates, as set forth in the facility operational plan, and in accordance with applicable, county and federal rules, regulations and standards. RESPONSE -Any activity similar to the Thomas Gravel Pit operations, no matter where it is located will most likely create an impact to the surrounding community economically, socially and physically. The natures of the activity, how d is handled and controlled, determine whether the impacts are positive or negative. ey a logical evaluation of all aspects of the exsting operations, steps have been taken to insure that the ultimate effects of the activity are beneficial to the community. During the time since the present operations were established, some impact on the adjoining properties could be considered to be negative. By utilizing the "performance standards" concept, negative impacts created by the activfty have been minim¢ed. In addition to the performance standards, a review of the operation by the general population and various governmental agencies will occur as a result of the requested expansion. Preparation of the Mining and Reclamation Plans within this narrative statement meets several goals Goal 1. Preserve the integrity of the e>asting operation. Goal 2. Protect the adjoining uses from any adverse visual or noise impact. Goal 3. Maintain ease of accessibility for shipment of the product. Goal 4. Institute controls for on-site and off-site damage to the natural environment. Goal 5. Maintain a safe environment for workers and the general public. In order to meet the goals established above, the following elements have been incorporated with the site operations: 1. Removal of the abandoned waste water treatment plant adjacent to the river. 2. Enhance the exsting river banks and wildlife habitat areas through stabilization and planting efforts. 3. Enhance the agricultural opportunities for the site. 4. Adequate parking and traffic circulation for employees and customers. 5. Locating aggregate processing equipment in the center of the propertyawayfrom the influences of the river. 6. Maintain e>asting visual buffers between the site and US Highway 550. 7. Continue with ongoing and future efforts to stabilize and enhance the river channel.