From A Forest Homeowner - Nancy Graham, Portland

Dear Senator Westlund,

I am writing in support of your efforts to protect the Metolius basin from the potential encroachment of large resorts in this beautiful, pristine area of our state. I cannot imagine how destructive these developments would be to this area.

Our family became a forest homeowner 30 years ago. Our life has been enriched tremendously by the natural environment: the birds, the wild flowers, the deer, and the crystal clear waters of the river. The full time residents, the summer residents, and the campers in the camp grounds have been and continue to be "stewards of this basin". The little Black Butte School in Camp Sherman is like none other, as is the Camp Sherman Store.

The Jefferson County Commissioners have been totally insensitive to this community. I know you will continue to encourage your fellow Committee on Education and General Government members to agree and get this bill out to the floor for a vote.

Nancy A. Graham
Portland