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Division of Wildlife recommends that consideration be made for using principles of integrated weed management plan <br />available from Adams County. Invasive plants endanger the ecosystem by disturbing natural processes and <br />jeopardizing the survival of native plants and the wildlife that depend on them. The threat is so severe in the United <br />States that scientists rrow agree that the spread of invasive species is one of the greatest risks to biadiversity. (Nature <br />Conservancy - 2003). AI- equipment should be cleaned prior to leaving the site to prevent.the spread of noxious <br />weeds already found in the area. <br />It is important to note that although this mine site will actually increase wildlife habitat in the area, the quality of the <br />habitat will significantly impact the usage by wildlife and the continued viability of the South Platte River corridor as <br />a whole. The Division of Wildlife recommends that the Division of Minerals aml Geology require the adherence to all <br />recommended reclamation practices, thereby creating very valuable wildlife habitat. <br />Should you have further questions or cortcerrrs, please contact District Wildlife Manager Stephanie Demo at (303) <br />291-7132. The Division of Wildlife will be available to help darting the reclamation process to improve the wildlife <br />value of the site. The Division of Wildlife appreciates the opportunity to comment on projects such as this. <br />Sincerely, <br />Scott H ver <br />Northeast Region Manager <br />Colorado Division of Wildlife <br />