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Comment/Objection Narrative* <br /> Today I am writing in STRONG OPPOSITION of the expansion of the mine near Caribou Hill.The mine has not <br /> made any progress in building trust with local residents after frequently contaminating our water source. I <br /> recognize this project may help this,however I am not confident any environmental concerns will be adequately <br /> reviewed by the owners and managers of the mine(as we have seen historically).Caribou Hill is a special place <br /> for many residents of the surrounding area.There are so many hidden trails and beautiful spots in the area and <br /> it would be a shame to expand the mine in this beautiful spot.The current federal administration has continually <br /> pulled public land access around the country and this feels like the same thing is happening to our beloved <br /> Caribou Hill(in this case the mine is the acting like the federal government)and taking away public land,that <br /> belongs to the people and NOT THE MINE. It is heartbreaking to think that the mine would carelessly expand <br /> their operation and remove access to a secluded area where locals go to escape the crowds of other popular <br /> trailheads.As an educator at the alternative high school in Nederland,we often bring students to Caribou Hill <br /> due to it's easy access from town.Caribou Hill is more than just a place on the map,it's where our students <br /> learn first hand about their backyard.The area around Caribou Hill is the home to many subsistence hunters <br /> who are looking to fill their freezers for the winter.As someone who visits Caribou Hill almost weekly, it would <br /> be devastating for this hidden gem to be ruined with the expansion of the mine.Also,who mines for gold <br /> anymore??It's not like the mine will greatly expand the availability of necessary minerals that will improve the <br /> wellbeing of those in the state. Gold is not essential and should not be expanded. In conclusion, I strongly <br /> OPPOSE the expansion of the Caribou Mine and would truly be heartbroken if this expansion was approved. I <br /> speak confidently in saying this is the view point of many locals who would be directly impacted by this project. <br /> Please listen to the people and not the mine. Please dismiss this expansion. <br /> Permitting Action Comment/Objection is Regarding <br /> New Permit Change to Existing Permit <br /> Permit Number* (?) <br /> Enter a valid permit number <br /> M1980244 <br /> Revision Type and Sequence <br /> AM 14 <br /> County <br /> Colorado County where the proposed operation is located <br /> Boulder <br /> Enter one county only <br /> Site Name <br /> Permittee/Operator Name <br /> ADDITIONAL INFORMATION <br /> Are there supporting photos, maps, or documents you wish to upload? <br /> • Yes No <br /> Upload Supporting Documents <br /> Maximum of 5 files can be uploaded and each file size must be 10mb and under. PDF,JPG,and PNG formats only. <br /> IMG_2423.jpg 1.64MB <br /> IMG_6261.jpg 2.44MB <br /> IMG_9711.jpg 2.28MB <br /> By submitting this form electronically you agree to receive any/all follow up correspondence from the Division of <br /> Reclamation, Mining,and Safety at the email address you have provided. <br />