Exhibit 9

Amendment to 18cup-02 Describing the Existing Use and Proposed Conditional Use for Bison Peak Resort and Retreat Center Revised February 21, 2020

General Project Concepts Bison Peak Resort and Retreat Center (Retreat Center) will be a wilderness respite and healing experience for First Responders and Wounded Warriors located along Second Creek in the Puma Hills east of County Road 77, halfway between Lake George and Jefferson .

The Retreat Center will offer participants an opportunity to interact with colleagues in a small group environment. Participants will participate in wilderness experiences and be introduced to therapeutic approaches in non-clinical environments.

Mirroring the existing Conditional Use Permit, the program will offer activities on the camp grounds as well as include expeditions into recreational and wilderness areas throughout Colorado. No-trace camping, archery and court sports (including Paralympic sports) are among the activities that will b e offered, taught and learned in clinics at the Retreat Center. Tours throughout the region will be offered to guests as well as shuttle services to activities such as fishing, boating and hiking and ATV trails. The philosophy of low-impact use of natural resources will govern activities both on and off the property. We have developed a list of sustainable and green design strategies that we will implement Campsite locations, parking and other added improvements will be adjusted on the site as details are studied to minimize environmental impacts with respect to existing topography, forestation and any other site observations to maintain the natural characteristics.

To fund the Wounded Warriors and First Responder programs, we plan to open the facility to the general public, especially families with kids, in a comfortable and casual environment. The Retreat Center will be marketed as a small, eco-friendly, intimate resort offering high-end camping, quality food and exciting, relaxing activities in the heart of Colorado. The Retreat Center will host individual campers, weddings, corporate retreats, family reunions, church groups, coaching clinics and occasionally special events pursuant to Section 5-707 of the Park County Land Use Regulations. Our focus will be on experiential travel by providing our guests every opportunity to get to know the Tarryall region as well to share the experience with other guests. We hope to offer challenging adventures for those seeking them and a quiet place of respite for others. We envision the Retreat Center to be a year- round destination. Our ultimate goal is for the property to be solely dedicated to programming for the Wounded Warriors and First Responders.

It is our intent to use the main existing structure as a lodge (meeting center). As with the current conditional use permit, the retreat center will have the guests lodging in portable structures such as tents, tipis, yurts, cabins, conostaga wagons etc. Some of the campsites will be set up as small “villages” in groups of 2 or 3 of the same structures to include, but not limited to, geodomes, tiny house and bubble tents. We want to offer to our guests a variety of lodging options so they can experience something new each time. On occasion, guests may also stay in the lodge. The temporary structures may include a queen or king bed, two additional trundle or other beds, night tables, a dresser, lighting/heating elements and a shower, toilet and sink etc. With guidance from the Park County Office of Historic Preservation and the Park County Historic Preservation Advisory Commission we also plan to restore and preserve the “1944” cabin located on the property.

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Exhibit 9

Amendment to 18cup-02 Describing the Existing Use and Proposed Conditional Use for Bison Peak Resort and Retreat Center Revised February 21, 2020

Our short-term plan is to remodel the lodge to include refacing the exterior and great room and a larger outdoor deck, as the lodge will be a gathering place for meals and group discussions. The current facilities include an office, commercial kitchen, showers and restrooms, staff quarters, storage areas, and a central building which has meeting space, packing areas, clean-up areas, and housing. It is our intent to purchase tents, small cabins, tipis and other structures for lodging, storage and maintenance. Also in our long-range plan is a barn to house several horses. In the future, an event venue, therapeutic pool, a residence for the owners as well as additional storage areas that will have a western town façade. The western town may also include, but not limited to a mercantile, saloon, jail and others that fit the façade. This structure appears in the original site plan. We are requesting its relocation. As needed, the facilities would be improved and modified throughout time to meet the needs of the program while limiting its impact on the surrounding area. Much like the existing CUP, The Retreat Center will accommodate lodging for about 70-90 guests.

Wetlands Delineation Based on the recommendation from Aaron Eilers, Wetlands Official from the US Army Corp of Engineers, we contracted 285 Engineering, Inc to delineate the wetlands. We then contracted Mark Johannes from CfedS Compass & Surveying to revise the site plan with an accurate delineation of the wetlands. The revised site plan is included in this submission.

Septic Jennifer Migliorato at 285 Engineering, Inc, has been contracted to develop a septic plan. To date she has reviewed the survey information and has determined a location for the soil treatment area (leach field). Ms Migliorato has determined that using 1,999 gallons per day the Retreat Center can have 39 camp spaces in the Phase I area. If we have 2 or 3 people in each camp area we will be able to host 80+ people.

At time of submission, the contractor has dug the test holes and Ms Migliorato is inspecting the site next week. Any septic that is designed will be engineered for 2000 gallons or less of waste.

Water We’ve had several conversations with the Colorado Division of Water Resources’s Water Commissioner Garver Brown. Mr. Brown informed us that since we are on a septic system for the cabins, tipis and constoga wagons etc., we will not need to re-permit the well.

Based on Mr. Garver’s recommendation we will reach out John Mattson at HASP, to start the process of membership for water augmentation. We are now members of HASP.

In the future if we start to use water for domestic animals, hot tubs and/or gardening we understand that we will need to re-permit or even put in a second well with HASP. This year, we will be applying for a new permit.

Fire Protection The property has a creek and a pond. During our meeting with the fire department, it was discussed and 2

Exhibit 9

Amendment to 18cup-02 Describing the Existing Use and Proposed Conditional Use for Bison Peak Resort and Retreat Center Revised February 21, 2020

recommended the installation of dry hydrants in the pond area as well as in and around the cisterns. We also met with a fire-fighter who assessed the property and provided specific recommendations and strategies to mitigate fires in the future. After discussions with the Army Corp of Engineers it was recommended that we should not install dry hydrants since the Army Corp of Engineers controls the water.

Transportation and Parking Vehicles in peak season on County Road 77 impact the area. In an effort to curtail the problem we plan to reduce the number of cars that are on the road and traveling to the Retreat Center by implementing the following strategies: • Transportation for guests will be provided to and from International and Colorado Springs Airports. • Transportation for guests to and from the Retreat Center will be offered at pre-determined pick- up/drop off locations and times in the Denver and Colorado Springs areas. • Using electric cars, shuttle service will be provided to the Tarryall Reservoir, , fishing and ATV outings for our guests. • A large variety of regional tours which will include transportation will be offered to our guests. Tour areas include but are not limited to Lake George, Jefferson, Fairplay, Como and Alma for our guests to explore and enjoy activities such as hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing, hot-air ballooning, and fishing etc. • Additionally, we are in the process of formalizing a paid intern program with various universities offering Master level event planning programs. Through these programs students will receive hands-on experience and training in the event management arena. Participating students will be transported to the Retreat Center from the airport or from pre-determined pick-up locations in the Denver and/or Colorado Springs areas. • Bikes will be available for use by our guests and encouraged. This strategy is being implemented. Wildlife Impact • On Saturday, February 25, 2018, Ian Petkash, County Administrator from Colorado Park and Wildlife (CPW), conducted a site visit to the property. Mr. Petkash was most helpful and provided recommendations that we will implement in to avoid conflicts with wildlife. The following is the list of recommendations as well as some of the measures we have already implemented.

Bears • Bear resistant trash containers will be installed. Presently we are researching waste management companies in the area that offer these types of containers as well as options for the installation of an electric fence surrounding the trash containers. Bear resistant trash containers have been installed throughout the campground as well as the large containers from the waste management company we are using.

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Exhibit 9

Amendment to 18cup-02 Describing the Existing Use and Proposed Conditional Use for Bison Peak Resort and Retreat Center Revised February 21, 2020

• Flowering plants and bird baths will be used to attract desirable songbirds. However, if we use bird feeders, they will be placed so they are inaccessible to bears, raccoons or skunks and other wildlife species that might cause damage or threaten human safety. This strategy is being implemented.

Guest Education and Awareness • Using information provided in the CPW website and other sources, we will inform and educate our guests in wildlife safety on and off the property. Additionally, we will have signs throughout the property stating that it is dangerous and illegal to feed big game animals including deer, elk, antelope, moose, bear, bighorn sheep and lion. This strategy is being implemented. Pets • Pets will not be allowed to roam free. We have already installed an electronic fence to decrease or eliminate potential conflicts with wildlife. For guests traveling with dogs a leash policy will be strictly enforced. Pets will be feed indoors and all pet and bird food will be stored indoors. In the future, if there is a need for dog kennels, we will ensure they have a top enclosure regardless of the height of the kennel. This strategy is being implemented.

Construction • If fill material is used in the project, native fill material conducive to growing native vegetation will be used. Once development is concluded the disturbed areas will be revegetated with native vegetation that matches the native vegetation already present in the surrounding area. This strategy is being implemented.

Landscaping • To prevent wildlife access and damage to native ungulates, native vegetation that is less likely to attract wildlife will be used. This strategy is being implemented; only native vegetation is being used for landscaping. • If fences are needed, we will reach out to CPW for recommendation for wildlife friendly designs. • Goat Green, LLC will use goats for land clearing and rejuvenation, soil stabilization on steeper slopes, and nuisance and noxious weed abatement and prevention. The owner of Goat Green LLC, Lani Malmberg, has a Master's degree in Weed Science from Colorado State University and has 23 years of experience doing land restoration in 16 western US States. Her team will develop a formal noxious weed prevention and control plan while on- site. This task was completed. • During the 10-day job, Goat Green, LLC plans to do weed problem prevention as they address bare ground and erosion where weeds can become established. They plan to seed when necessary to build a healthy, living, functioning ecosystem where all plant niches are filled with native plant species that supports local wildlife. This task was completed.

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Exhibit 9

Amendment to 18cup-02 Describing the Existing Use and Proposed Conditional Use for Bison Peak Resort and Retreat Center Revised February 21, 2020

Barbeque and Outdoor Cooking • Barbecue grills will be placed in a secure area when not in use and cleaned out with an ammonia/water solution. This strategy is being implemented.

Loud Noise and Light We will make every effort to minimize noise and light levels during the night. We have set hours for evening events and we are using solar lighting or low voltage LED lighting for the outdoor spaces. We have begun the International Dark Sky Places certification process through the International Dark-Sky Association.

Suitability of Proposed Property The property under consideration has been selected because of its location to adjacent recreational, and Lost Creek Wilderness acreage, the availability of outdoor activities in the vicinity, including hiking, fishing and hunting and it's centralized location in Colorado.

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