the ballot

What Does the Referendum Do?

The referendum “refers” to the voters the County's attempt to abandon existing County law and allow LNG-related pipelines to be built across lands zoned for parks, open space and recreation.

Why You Should Vote No

High-pressure, 3-foot diameter pipelines carrying non-odorized gas should not go through places where we, our children and our grandchildren play, fish, camp, hike, relax, and enjoy nature. 

The county shouldn't make sweeping changes to our laws just to please one developer.  NorthernStar’s (aka Bradwood Landing) pipeline route would cross through land zoned under the Parks, Recreation and Open Space designation. To accommodate Northern Star the County would not just allow LNG-related pipelines in that one park, but all similar parkland.  

If voters approve this change, future pipelines could cross: Camp Cullaby, Carnahan County Park, Fishhawk Falls County Park, North Fork Nehalem County Park, and Sigfridson County Park.

Official Ballot Language
 
CAPTION Conditionally Allows Pipelines in "Open Space, Parks and Recreation" Zone

QUESTION Should County Zoning Ordinance Be Changed to Conditionally Allow Cable and Pipelines in Open Spaces, Parks and Recreational Areas?

SUMMARY Clatsop County recently amended its zoning law to conditionally allow the placement of cables and pipelines in areas designated "Open Space, Parks and Recreation" for purposes such as natural gas transport from a liquid natural gas facility, water and sewer, as well as other possible applications. This vote would affect sections 5 and 6 of Clatsop County Ordinance 08-05.

A "yes" vote would change county zoning law and would allow cables and pipelines as conditional uses in areas designated "Open Space, Parks and Recreation" zones.

A "no" vote would maintain existing county zoning law prohibiting cables and pipelines as conditional uses in areas designated "Open Space, Parks and Recreation"