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001230 is clear that if there is a conflict between environmental concerns, such as damaging the mountains, endangering wildlife habitat or hurting mountain valleys, and water storage and diversion, the environment wins. Water Use and Storage Statewide Survey All Colorado water belongs to everyone in Colorado, so if people on the Front Range need unused Western Slope water they should be able to get it. People in the metro area should reduce their water use instead of building new dams and tunnels in the mountains. Strongly Agree Somewhat Agree Somewhat Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't know 29% 32 16 17 6 34% 32 18 11 6 Storage and diversion of Western Slope water would have to be preceded by a proven and severe need, as well as stringent Front Range conservation measures. In addition, any projects not only would have to avoid damage to the environment but preferably enhance it. People also recognize that water is critical to maintaining the environment and their quality of life. For example, preserving water for agriculture and providing water for recreation (both flat water and running streams) on the Front Range and Western Slope is,supported. Background on Water Surveys Douglas County Survey ./ Survey of voters residing in Douglas County sponsored by the Parker Water and Sanitation District, The full survey is online at www,PWSD,org. ./ Telephone interview conducted by Ciruli Associates with 403 registered voters from May 5 and May 12, 2000. ./ Statistical range of accuracy plus or minus 4.9 percentage points. Statewide Survey ./ Survey of voters residing in Colorado sponsored by the Colorado Water Partnership. For further information call 303.841.4627. ./ Telephone interviews conducted by Morgan Research and Communications with 609 registered voters from July 25 to July 28, 2000. ./ Statistical range of accuracy plus or minus 4.0 percentage points. 5