Proposition 404 and Mining Near Homes
Summary
The council's 5-2 vote moves the town's quarry expansion to Government Tank, about 8,000 feet from Stone Ridge and 2,500 feet from Dewey Humboldt homes, instead of the West Fain Park/Stone Ridge site 600 feet from homes. Opponents are expected to launch a referendum petition, which if successful would send mining back to Stone Ridge. Concerns raised include silica dust, blasting, groundwater, property values, and senior residents near the site.
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Last discussed Sep 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
The related development agreement includes land donations to Fain Park, a potential tax rebate, and obligations the town says could require taxpayer costs if unwound; the exact cost of maintaining the gifted 80 acres is unknown.
Supporters say residents near Stone Ridge and the existing quarry benefit from the quarry moving 8,000 feet away, along with the local aggregate industry and construction supply chain.
Opponents say residents of Dewey Humboldt, Prescott Country Club, and areas near Government Tank face dust, blasting, noise, water, and property value impacts; some claim homes are already declining in value.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Town Council Regular Meeting — September 10, 2026
Resident Carolyn Zern opposed Proposition 404's no-new-mines-near-homes framing being softened, arguing a 40-acre parcel near Government Tank was always zoned rural residential under the voter-approved general plan.
[Archived] Regular Town Council Meeting Thursday — January 8, 2026
The council's 5-2 vote moves the town's quarry expansion to Government Tank, about 8,000 feet from Stone Ridge and 2,500 feet from Dewey Humboldt homes, instead of the West Fain Park/Stone Ridge site 600 feet from homes. Opponents are expected to launch a referendum petition, which if successful would send mining back to Stone Ridge. Concerns raised include silica dust, blasting, groundwater, property values, and senior residents near the site.
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