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• ~ Page 5 of 5 <br />3. the total replacement of more than 15 acres of woods and thickets by Cell 3's lined lake. <br />4. the incredible increase of mining volume sought in Camas' amended county plans and the effect on wildlife attempting <br />to remain in the area. <br />5. The precious little leftover riparian corridor available to wildlife and recreation even after reclamation. <br />6. the unattended nuisance of uncontrolled levels of mosquitoes. <br />Additionally I would like to mention my disappointment over the awards Camas representatives told us they had been <br />granted. They assured my neighbors and me in their words and letters that Camas had been awarded several important <br />awards regarding reclamation. What is documented, however, is that the DMG reclamation awards were actually given to <br />Cooley Gravel Company prior to Cooley merging with Camas. <br />In conclusion, I wish to share my heart. I am a strong and faithful advocate of local business and of responsible use of <br />our natural resources. I have no personal vendetta with Camas Colorado, Inc. However, direct contact with Camas has <br />brought absolutely no resolution to my concerns or objections. In light of the lack of critical and detailed impact research I <br />ask you to withhold permission from Camas to mine their property until they create a plan that assures a responsible <br />stewardship of all our natural resources: land, wildlife, private properties and water. <br />Finally, my county commissioner refused to meet with my community members (FRAM). My state representative holds <br />mineral rights to this land. The County attorney has already met with Camas, Greeley city officials and Mr. Orr (who still <br />owns the land slated to be Cell 1 and 2) concerning this operation. Knowing as well, that construction aggregate is in high <br />demand and short supply and that large tax monies are at stake, I cannot help but conclude that my concerns in this <br />matter might easily be overlooked by my elected local representatives. Thus, I ask that you strenuously look into my <br />objections and require Camas to give an accurate and detailed account of the impact of their mining plans -and procure <br />the required legal documentation -before they are permitted by the state. <br />Sincere <br />J nathan Cragle and Family <br />~~~ <br />