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October 13, 2014 <br /> Mr. Michael Cunningham RECEIVED <br /> Environmental Protection Specialist <br /> State of Colorado nrT 13 2014 <br /> Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety <br /> 1313 Sherman St., Room 215 DIVISION OF D SAF qq <br /> ININGgN ps� y <br /> Denver, CO 80203 MINING <br /> Dear Mr. Cunningham: <br /> RE: Gloria Z Mine, DRMS File #M-1984-094 <br /> In addition to the numerous issues and violations surrounding the operation of the <br /> above mine, I would like to take this opportunity,while they have been temporarily <br /> restricted in their activities,to address the following: <br /> • Adverse effects to wildlife in the surrounding area <br /> As a nearby homeowner with property directly uphill from the mining operations, I <br /> have seen some strange animal behavior this fall. Most specifically, large rodents <br /> marking their territory and attempting entry into my house, smaller rodents, <br /> raccoons,and increased activity of owls and vultures. I had to hire a pest control <br /> company to help with the rodents. Their opinion is the constant vibration from the <br /> mine might have driven rodents to seek new housing uphill. <br /> The change in mining operation this summer has certainly resulted in a stressful <br /> disturbance to the nearby homeowners. It makes me wonder what effect it is having <br /> on the wildlife. Is this something that is monitored? Were there any negative <br /> results from the recent breech into the river? <br /> Your continued vigilance of these activities is appreciated. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> Ann Lukacs <br /> 614 Quarry Road <br /> Fairplay, CO 80424 <br /> 970-390-8568 <br /> cc: Mr. Mark Lamb, Colorado Parks&Wildlife <br /> Mr. Tom Eisenman, County Manager, Park County <br /> Mr. Eddie Kochman, Chair, Park County Advisory Board on the Environment <br /> Mr. &Mrs.John Schmidt, Homeowners <br />