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<br /> <br />March 14, 198$ <br />Larimer County Commissioners <br />~ ' Larimer County Courthouse <br />Fort Collins, CO 80521 <br />' Re: Sterling Sand and Gravel Special Review #Z-46-87 <br />Dear Gentlemen: <br />The concerned acreage has a history of being prime farm land with many <br />ecological benefits. Deer, fox, eagles and numerous other species of <br />animals have used this area as a natural habitat for years. Since the <br />advent of the "Seaworth Pit", in 1986, sitings of these animals are <br />declining. <br /> One of the many reasons we purchased our property, and not the least <br />1 important, was the serenity and beauty of the natural surroundings. <br /> These are being destroyed. Yes, we were aware of the current mining <br />' operation, but we were also aware of the limits of the mining. <br /> The 1985 special review designated the reclaimed lands to be used as <br /> public use lands, perhaps parks, no such mention of public use has been <br />' made for the property currently under review. Not only do we have to <br /> deal with years of increased air pollution, noise pollution and probable <br /> property devaluation, but we are also looking at property with question- <br /> able future use. Surrounding our neighborhood on three sides by mining, <br /> making it a residential island, will indeed have adverse effects nn our <br /> property values. <br /> Adequate studies were not done in 1985 to address sub irrigation water. <br /> Since 1986, and the new mining at the Seaworth site, sub irrigation <br /> water levels have dropped. How do we address this water loss? By <br />' extending the pit in question? The long term effect of increased mining <br /> in the proposed site will dry our fields and ruin our landsca~~ing. <br />We specifically purchased our property at 2202# North Taft Hill as a farm <br />atmosphere day care, working with special children. Increased pollutants, <br />dust and noise will limit the types of children we can admit, (ex. esthma, <br />' respiratory problems, etc.). <br />i Gentlemen, it is obvious our neighborhood will lose the characteristics <br />which lend its' quality of life and it's members will suffer economically. <br />As Sterling Sand and Gravel has land to mine until the year 2027, we feel <br />our losses are more pivotal in your decision than their gains. <br />' Kind Regards. <br />Sincerely, <br />' Ric and W. Mil e / ` <br />