Seize This Oportunity - Thomas Anderson, McMinnville

[Sent to Senators Metsger, Westlund, Brown, Walker, Morse, Kruse, and Johnson:]

Subject: Re: Metolius - Please support SB 30

Dear Senators,

The Metolius River Basin is one of the most unique natural and scenic wonders in Oregon, in the country, and in the world. Visitors approach through towering ponderosa pines on the road from Highway 20 as if they are passing through a portal to another world and arrive at the quiet little town of Camp Sherman, free from traffic, noise, and congestion. They can hike and fish along the pristine banks of the river in virtual solitude and experience the beauty of the river, the forest, the wildlife, and an ecosystem like no other in the world. We have in the middle of our state a treasure to be cherished and preserved for generations to come.

I am writing with an urgent plea for you to insure that mine is the not the last generation to enjoy the unique beauty of this wonderland. Please support SB 30 and use your influence in the senate to secure its passage so that the delicate balance between man and nature in this pristine place is not destroyed by development, traffic, noise, and crowds.

You have the opportunity to do something great for the residents of this state. I hope you will seize it.

Sincerely,

Thomas H. Anderson

Law Offices of Thomas H. Anderson, P.C.
McMinnville, Oregon