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<br />VISUAL BUFFERS: <br />Due to the location of the proposed pit, it is unlikely that the petitioner will be required to include visual <br />buffers as part of the gravel operation. }Iowever, if the petitioner opts to include any vegetative plantings to <br />address aesthetic concerns, we recommend that trees not be included as parl of any scheduled plantings. Trees <br />are not suitable for inclusion in this sagebrush habitat type. _ Furthermore, trees could provide perch and roost <br />for bird species that prey oa sage-grouse. <br />SUMMARY: <br />In summary, the Colorado Division of Wildlife is concemed•that the expansion of this gravel pit could severely <br />impact Greats sage grouse habitat in southern Routt County. We feel that the impacts are great enough to <br />recommend both on site and offaite mitigation. <br />As always, we appreciate the opportunity to comment on activities that afYect wildlife issues: Please do not <br />hesimte to contact my staff or me if you have any questions and or concerns. <br /> <br />Mark B. Ronislri <br />Deputy Director <br />CC: R Velarde, S. Werner, L. Miler, L. Graham <br />BLM/ekm <br />