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<br />VLSUAL BUFFERS: <br />Due to the location of the proposed pit, it is unlikely that the petitions cvt71 be required to include visual <br />buffers as Bart of the gravel operaQon. However, if the petitioner opts to include any vegetative plantings to <br />address aesthetic concerns, we recommend that trees not be included as part of any scheduled plantings. Treex <br />are not suitable fa inclusion in this sagebrush habitat type. Furthermore, trees could provide perch and roost <br />for bird species that prey on sage-grouse. <br />SUMMARY: <br />)a summary, the Colorado Division of Wildlife is concemed•that the expansion of this gravel pit could severely <br />impact Crreater sage grouse habit in southern Routt County. We feel that the impacts are great enough to <br />recommend both on site and offsite mitigation. <br />As always, we appreciate the opportunity to comment ort activities that affect wildlife issues: Please do not <br />hesitate to contact my staff or me if you have any gtrestiona and air concerns. <br />Sincerely, <br />~~,~~~, <br />Mark B. Ronishi <br />Deputy Director <br />CC: R Vebvde, S. Werner, L Mrller, L Graham <br />BI.Mkkm <br />