Tony Kovaleski is the contact7 Chief Investigative Reporter.
PARK COUNTY, Colo. — If you drive into Park County on Highway 285 you will quickly see a large white tent-like structure on the south side of the highway. It might look like just a large structure, but in reality, it has been the epicenter of one of the county’s largest controversies in recent years.
During the meeting, Shirley and his supporters argued the transfer station would meet all state and community standards and help residents control rising waste disposal costs. “You will be hard-pressed to find an individual who represents the small-town living and sense of community that we so greatly value,” said one resident referring to Shirley. Another added, “he’s worked with the county to this the right way. He’s taking safety seriously and I want to commend him for that.
“He doesn't think the rules apply to him, and obviously they don't,” said Joe Weidner, who is a member of a water district board in Park County and a county resident. “And that's the story, why doesn't the rules apply to him,” said Weidner in the original Denver7 Investigates report.
During the four-hour county commissioners meeting in January, several residents aired their frustrations with Shirley and the process. “Having seen some of the information from various people and from the Channel 7 news report,” added one resident, “there’s a question about whether the process has been handled in good faith.”
A somewhat puzzling response after Shirley had declined multiple interview requests both in person and through calls and text messages. During one prior brief exchange last year, Shirley was asked to explain if he understood why he angered so many of his neighbors. He responded, “I will give you a call.” The record shows Denver7 Investigates requested an interview with the Park County businessman nearly a half dozen times and each time he declined.
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