9417

• UCREFRP Catalog Number: 9417
• Author: U.S. Department of the Interior.
• Title: Final Environmental Assessment
• USFW Year: 1998.
• USFW - Doc Type: Acquisition and Enhancement of Floodplain Habitats along the Upper Colorado, Green, and Gunnison Rivers as part of the Recovery Program for Endangered Colorado River Fishes.
• Copyright Material: NO

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DELTA COUNTY, COLORADO
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

COUNTY COURTHOUSE - 501 PALMER STREET - SUITE 227 - DELTA - COLORADO - 81416-1796
PHONE: [phone] FAX: [phone]

Dist. 1: Jim D, Ventrella - Dist. 2: Donna R. Ferganchick - Dis!. 3: Ted H, Hayden

March 16, 1998

Henry Maddux, Program Director
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
P.O. Box 25486, DFC
Denver, CO 80225

Dear Mr, M:;lddllx:

RE: comments on eis-channel flooding

Due to the voluntary nature of this program, the Delta County Board of Commissioners has only a few
concerns. Our primary concern is that of mosquitoes. There is nothing in the document referring to
mosquito control. It is our belief that if you are successful in acquiring easements, there will be an
increase in breeding areas, The local mosquito district is already hard-pressed to control those areas
along the river.

We believe the USF & W must assist the mosquito district financially to deal with any extra burden placed
on them as a result of this program. The mosquito district is a special district by law in the State of
Colorado. They have a right, if not a requirement, by that same law to operate effectively within their
defined boundaries. It is our understanding that the USF & W is also trying to limit the types of spray used
in the areas along the river. The only approved sprays being much more costly than those currently used
by the district. It is our belief that those additional costs should also be covered by the USF & W.

We are also concerned that landowners have a clear understanding of the program. There are a number
of different "divisions" of USF & Woperating in the area and the opportunities for confusion are numerous.
The overall project appears disjointed with each "division" doing its own thing, hosting its own meetings
and, at times, is perceived not even communicating with the other, let alone with the public. A well
informed and cooperative effort among all your interagency staff is requested.

Sincerely,
BOARD OF DELTA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

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