Monday, April 23, 2007

One More Voice - Nancy Graham, Portland

Dear Senator Kruse,

I am one more voice, begging you, as Vice Chair of the Senate Committee on Education and General Government, to support and encourage others to support this bill. Please allow the Senate to do what the Jefferson County commissioners failed to do.

The Metolius basin is a treasured, unique, pristine place. Camp Sherman is a tiny little community amongst the tall pines, forest service land, and with the crystal clear waters of the amazing Metolius River. How in the world could the proposed development of 3000 homes on 3500 acres so close to this spot be anything but destructive?

Have you ever watched an osprey dive for fish in a river? Have you ever looked up to see 30 turkey vultures spreading their wings in the tree tops? These are the things I share with my grandchildren each summer. Camp Sherman is a world away from the more populated areas of the county. The State Senate needs to see that it is protected.

Nancy A. Graham
Portland

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