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I strongly urge the County to focus on preserving existing zoning regulations in Ramona rather than expanding or tiering winery operations.
The majority of Ramona residents chose to live here for its peace, quiet, and rural character. That expectation has already been strained. With more than 45 wineries currently operating in the area, enforcement of existing operational standards—particularly noise—has proven extremely difficult, if not impossible.
Ramona is one of the largest geographic communities in the county, yet it has a relatively small and widely dispersed population. The Sheriff’s Department is already stretched thin trying to serve basic community needs. As a result, noise complaints related to winery operations often go unanswered or unenforced. This is not a reflection on the Sheriff’s Department, but rather a reality of limited resources spread over a very large land mass.
Without a realistic, funded, and clearly defined enforcement mechanism, expanding winery allowances through a tiered ordinance will only worsen the problem. Residents have already experienced years of unregulated events, late-night parties, and operational standards that exist on paper but are not enforced in practice. Extending hours or increasing permitted activities without enforcement guarantees will further erode the quality of life in our neighborhoods.
Unless the County can demonstrate a concrete plan to actively enforce operational standards—including noise, events, and hours of operation—we must retain the current sunset and closing time of 6:00 p.m. for all wineries. Anything less will effectively sanction all-night events and continued disregard for surrounding residential communities.
Ramona should not be asked to sacrifice its peace, safety, and rural identity due to regulations that cannot be enforced. Maintaining current zoning and operating hours is the most responsible and realistic path forward.
Thank you for considering the voices of Ramona residents who simply want to preserve the community they chose to call home. on Facebook
Share Response to the Proposed Tiered Winery Ordinance
I strongly urge the County to focus on preserving existing zoning regulations in Ramona rather than expanding or tiering winery operations.
The majority of Ramona residents chose to live here for its peace, quiet, and rural character. That expectation has already been strained. With more than 45 wineries currently operating in the area, enforcement of existing operational standards—particularly noise—has proven extremely difficult, if not impossible.
Ramona is one of the largest geographic communities in the county, yet it has a relatively small and widely dispersed population. The Sheriff’s Department is already stretched thin trying to serve basic community needs. As a result, noise complaints related to winery operations often go unanswered or unenforced. This is not a reflection on the Sheriff’s Department, but rather a reality of limited resources spread over a very large land mass.
Without a realistic, funded, and clearly defined enforcement mechanism, expanding winery allowances through a tiered ordinance will only worsen the problem. Residents have already experienced years of unregulated events, late-night parties, and operational standards that exist on paper but are not enforced in practice. Extending hours or increasing permitted activities without enforcement guarantees will further erode the quality of life in our neighborhoods.
Unless the County can demonstrate a concrete plan to actively enforce operational standards—including noise, events, and hours of operation—we must retain the current sunset and closing time of 6:00 p.m. for all wineries. Anything less will effectively sanction all-night events and continued disregard for surrounding residential communities.
Ramona should not be asked to sacrifice its peace, safety, and rural identity due to regulations that cannot be enforced. Maintaining current zoning and operating hours is the most responsible and realistic path forward.
Thank you for considering the voices of Ramona residents who simply want to preserve the community they chose to call home. on Linkedin
Email Response to the Proposed Tiered Winery Ordinance
I strongly urge the County to focus on preserving existing zoning regulations in Ramona rather than expanding or tiering winery operations.
The majority of Ramona residents chose to live here for its peace, quiet, and rural character. That expectation has already been strained. With more than 45 wineries currently operating in the area, enforcement of existing operational standards—particularly noise—has proven extremely difficult, if not impossible.
Ramona is one of the largest geographic communities in the county, yet it has a relatively small and widely dispersed population. The Sheriff’s Department is already stretched thin trying to serve basic community needs. As a result, noise complaints related to winery operations often go unanswered or unenforced. This is not a reflection on the Sheriff’s Department, but rather a reality of limited resources spread over a very large land mass.
Without a realistic, funded, and clearly defined enforcement mechanism, expanding winery allowances through a tiered ordinance will only worsen the problem. Residents have already experienced years of unregulated events, late-night parties, and operational standards that exist on paper but are not enforced in practice. Extending hours or increasing permitted activities without enforcement guarantees will further erode the quality of life in our neighborhoods.
Unless the County can demonstrate a concrete plan to actively enforce operational standards—including noise, events, and hours of operation—we must retain the current sunset and closing time of 6:00 p.m. for all wineries. Anything less will effectively sanction all-night events and continued disregard for surrounding residential communities.
Ramona should not be asked to sacrifice its peace, safety, and rural identity due to regulations that cannot be enforced. Maintaining current zoning and operating hours is the most responsible and realistic path forward.
Thank you for considering the voices of Ramona residents who simply want to preserve the community they chose to call home. link
Response to the Proposed Tiered Winery Ordinance
I strongly urge the County to focus on preserving existing zoning regulations in Ramona rather than expanding or tiering winery operations.
The majority of Ramona residents chose to live here for its peace, quiet, and rural character. That expectation has already been strained. With more than 45 wineries currently operating in the area, enforcement of existing operational standards—particularly noise—has proven extremely difficult, if not impossible.
Ramona is one of the largest geographic communities in the county, yet it has a relatively small and widely dispersed population. The Sheriff’s Department is already stretched thin trying to serve basic community needs. As a result, noise complaints related to winery operations often go unanswered or unenforced. This is not a reflection on the Sheriff’s Department, but rather a reality of limited resources spread over a very large land mass.
Without a realistic, funded, and clearly defined enforcement mechanism, expanding winery allowances through a tiered ordinance will only worsen the problem. Residents have already experienced years of unregulated events, late-night parties, and operational standards that exist on paper but are not enforced in practice. Extending hours or increasing permitted activities without enforcement guarantees will further erode the quality of life in our neighborhoods.
Unless the County can demonstrate a concrete plan to actively enforce operational standards—including noise, events, and hours of operation—we must retain the current sunset and closing time of 6:00 p.m. for all wineries. Anything less will effectively sanction all-night events and continued disregard for surrounding residential communities.
Ramona should not be asked to sacrifice its peace, safety, and rural identity due to regulations that cannot be enforced. Maintaining current zoning and operating hours is the most responsible and realistic path forward.
Thank you for considering the voices of Ramona residents who simply want to preserve the community they chose to call home.
Ramona resident of 35 years
asked
28 days ago
Thank you for your comment. The project team has received your feedback for consideration as part of the ongoing project.
Share Hi. I highly encourage the Board allow live, amplified music at boutique wineries without excessive setbacks. The community of Ramona loves live music and the pairing of live music with the enjoyment of wine is a critical part of the Ramona culture and lifestyle. Please allow this critical part of our community to continue thriving, our musicians entertaining, and our small businesses growing and prospering. Anything else would be a huge hit to the growth and support of small, local businesses which this Board of Supervisors claims they support. on Facebook
Share Hi. I highly encourage the Board allow live, amplified music at boutique wineries without excessive setbacks. The community of Ramona loves live music and the pairing of live music with the enjoyment of wine is a critical part of the Ramona culture and lifestyle. Please allow this critical part of our community to continue thriving, our musicians entertaining, and our small businesses growing and prospering. Anything else would be a huge hit to the growth and support of small, local businesses which this Board of Supervisors claims they support. on Linkedin
Email Hi. I highly encourage the Board allow live, amplified music at boutique wineries without excessive setbacks. The community of Ramona loves live music and the pairing of live music with the enjoyment of wine is a critical part of the Ramona culture and lifestyle. Please allow this critical part of our community to continue thriving, our musicians entertaining, and our small businesses growing and prospering. Anything else would be a huge hit to the growth and support of small, local businesses which this Board of Supervisors claims they support. link
Hi. I highly encourage the Board allow live, amplified music at boutique wineries without excessive setbacks. The community of Ramona loves live music and the pairing of live music with the enjoyment of wine is a critical part of the Ramona culture and lifestyle. Please allow this critical part of our community to continue thriving, our musicians entertaining, and our small businesses growing and prospering. Anything else would be a huge hit to the growth and support of small, local businesses which this Board of Supervisors claims they support.
Sonja
asked
about 1 month ago
Thank you for your comment. The project team has received your feedback for consideration as part of the ongoing project.
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