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time frame to finish mining, how long will we wait for reclamation? Will it be 7 years or, like <br /> Kirtright, another 15 to 20 years? <br /> There is also considerable confusion regarding the water augmentation plan for the Kirtright Pit <br /> which is evident in many of the inspection reports by various agencies. That leads us to <br /> question the reliability of claims of water rights for the Stroh Pit reclamation. <br /> If the Kirtright Pit is an example, the Coulsons have not successfully demonstrated that they can <br /> operate within the standards and conditions set by DRMS and the County, or within the <br /> timeframe they claim. With this new amendment, the Kirtright Pit will not be reclaimed until 23 <br /> years after mining was completed there. (Proposed completion date is now May 2031.) The <br /> DRMS calls this a reclamation permit, but what Coulson is proposing is anything but <br /> reclamation. <br /> Our objection to this Kirtright Pit amendment is that it is just another in a long line of excuses <br /> and passes given to Coulson to continue to extend operations for their benefit. A company that <br /> has been doing this type of work for several generations should know the regulations and the <br /> requirements of completing such an undertaking before they start work on a large-scale, <br /> landscape-altering endeavor like a gravel pit. Instead, it appears that it has taught them how to <br /> play DRMS and Larimer County and take advantage of the lack of government oversight. <br /> DRMS cannot pass this off as only the problem of local government. Both the DRMS and <br /> Larimer County have a role to play in holding Coulson accountable and the DRMS can start by <br /> ensuring that Kirtright Pit is reclaimed as was initially required by their permit. It is hoped that <br /> more stringent oversight will then continue with Coulson's future projects. <br /> Sincerely, , <br /> Richard Boccolu <br /> Fose Boccolucci <br /> 5121 Silverwood Drive <br /> Johnstown, Co. 80534 <br /> �cc: J Shadduck McNally <br />