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III 1111111111111111` <br />ul nnu~uuun~ <br />999 <br />p.o. box 1550, Buena vista, Colorado <br />81211 <br />719-395-2112 • 1-800-IN-A-RAFT <br />QFCEIVcn <br />September 8, 1997 <br />Division of Minerals and Geology <br />Department of Natural Resources <br />Larry D. Oehler <br />1313 Sherman St., Room 215 <br />Denver, Colorado 80203 <br />SEP 12 1997 <br />IwISIQO Ui ~.~u ieidis a v00101~y <br />RE: Informal Conference, Agile Stone Systems, Inc., Parkdale Project, 112 Permit <br />Application File No. M-97-054 <br />Deaz Mr. Oehler, <br />I am writing to express my concern regazding Agile Stone Systems' application for a <br />regular (112) Reclamation Permit, File No.M-97-054. My concern is based on the fact [hat Agile <br />Stone's Proposed Project Description is inadequate in its presentation of the impacts to the site <br />and the azea. As a commercial outfitter on the Arkansas River, I am distressed by the fact the <br />possible effects of the proposed project on the recreation and tourism industry is not even <br />addressed in the Proposed Project Description. It would seem logical that some consideration <br />would be given to the effects of the mine on the visual resources, water quality, air quality, dust, <br />vegetation, and riparian habitat in one of the most populaz tourism and recreation areas in the <br />state. <br />I am equally as concerned at the pace of which this project is seemingly being approved. <br />A decision that has such potential long term effects as this one should require extensive site <br />surveys, impact analysis, more extensive public hearings, water and air quality analysis and <br />traffic impact studies as well as a study on the impacts on recreation and tourism. It appears <br />obvious to me that few if any of these issues have been adequately addressed. <br />As much as I would like to see the entire Reclamation Permit denied, if it were to be <br />approved I would like to see the above issues addressed, as well as extensive and detailed visual <br />screening plans, noise impact minimization and specific transportation outlines containing both <br />rail and non-rail hauling options. <br />Please give this matter the serious consideration that it deserves. <br />Sincerely, <br />Joe Grein <br />PS Please notify me of any future meetings regarding this issue, and feel &ee to call me if I can <br />be of any assistance. <br />Fax:719-395-6716 • Email: <br />• web site: <br />