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(continued) page 2 <br /> reversible and sometimes fatal lung disease caused by over exposure to respirable crystalline silica. <br /> Over exposure to dust that contains microscopic particles of crystalline silica can cause scar tissue to <br /> form in the lungs,which reduces the lung's ability to extract oxygen from the air we breathe". In <br /> addition to silicosis, inhalation of crystalline silica particles has been associated with other diseases such <br /> as bronchitis and tuberculosis. This constitutes a potential significant health issue for the adjoining and <br /> nearby residential homeowners and their livestock. <br /> Transit Mix is well aware of this risk as they currently sell a silica sand product that specifically warns <br /> against uses where that product or it's dust may become airborn. <br /> Quarrying requires heavy equipment, blasting, drilling, and earthmoving, all of which create noise, dust <br /> and traffic that would certainly diminish the quality of life, well-being and safety of the adjacent land <br /> owners and nearby neighbors. Southwest Highway 115 Corridor is an area with unparalleled natural <br /> beauty that would be compromised if allowed to populate with quarries and their side effects. <br /> For the reasons listed above as well as other valid reasons, I repeat my strenuous objection to the <br /> approval of this permit. <br /> Thank you for your consideration of this letter of opposition. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> Richard Welch (electronic signature) <br /> Richard Welch,Treasurer <br /> Red Rock Valley Estates Neighborhood Association <br /> My address is: <br /> 11820 Calle Corvo <br /> Colorado Springs, Colorado <br /> 719 331-6888 <br />