Thank You - Nancy Graham, Portland

Dear Senator Johnson,

For 30 years our family has had the privilege of being a forest homeowner on the Metolius River. I don't need to remind you of what an amazing place it is. We have spent many a memorable Labor Day week-end, picnicking on the "Johnson" property and treasure the generosity of your family. Our family life has been enriched by the simplicity of our cabin life in Camp Sherman. And now our grandchildren are growing up with the appreciation of life's simple pleasures: the sound of the river, the osprey diving for fish, the turkey vultures that land in our trees, the chipmunks, the deer, the wind through the trees.

The Metolius basin could never stand the invasion of 3000 homes and the occupants within. Camp Sherman can never become a "gated" community but up to this point, I believe that most people that live, visit, camp, or fish there, recognize what a special place it is and treat the area with respect and awe.

Thank you for supporting Senate Bill 30. 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