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Comment/Objection Narrative* <br /> This formal objection is submitted regarding FRICO's mining permit application(M2024057)and the severe <br /> regulatory failures that have allowed FRICO to operate illegally,damage infrastructure,and endanger public <br /> health. <br /> Significant Issues to Address Before Permit Approval: <br /> Deliberate Contamination of Lake Christina: FRICO knowingly routed industrial sludge into Lake Christina.This <br /> was intentional,not accidental. <br /> False Land Control Claims: FRICO falsely claims control over the land required for their operations.The 422- <br /> acre land deal is still unsettled. <br /> Illegal Operations Since 2021: FRICO has been dredging without a permit since 2021,admitting to illegal <br /> operations. <br /> Unregulated Sand Stockpiling: FRICO is stockpiling 1.4 million tons of sand annually without any oversight or <br /> environmental protections. <br /> Considering FRICO's ongoing operations and their blatant disregard for environmental,health,and safety <br /> standards,as well as county,state,and federal regulations,approving this permit will only exacerbate the <br /> already critical issues that remain unaddressed. Immediate intervention is crucial to prevent further harm and <br /> ensure strict compliance with all regulatory requirements. <br /> Last night,the"Authority"and FRICO struck a stunning deal: FRICO will clean up the very disaster they caused <br /> at Lake Christina—but only if the"Authority"agrees to stay silent on their mining application.This situation is <br /> akin to an arsonist setting fire to your house,then coercing you into not calling the fire department, promising to <br /> extinguish the flames themselves—on the condition that they can continue setting fires to other properties.This <br /> scenario underscores the absurdity and danger of allowing the perpetrator to dictate the terms of remediation <br /> while perpetuating their harmful actions. <br /> Please deny FRICO's permit until all of the following items are addressed: <br /> A full environmental impact study and independent review are conducted. <br /> Legally binding agreements for road and bridge repair are in place. <br /> The 422-acre land dispute is resolved. <br /> Accountability for regulatory failures is established. <br /> Strict stockpile height and location limits are enforced. <br /> Fines and penalties for operating without a mining permit are imposed. <br /> Thank you for your attention to this matter. It is anticipated that appropriate action will be taken to protect the <br /> health,safety,and well-being of Beebe Draw Farms residents. <br /> Permitting Action Comment/Objection is Regarding <br /> • New Permit Change to Existing Permit <br /> Permit Number* (?) <br /> Enter a valid permit number <br /> M2024057 <br /> County* <br /> Colorado County where the proposed operation is located <br /> Weld <br /> Enter one county only <br />