TC Res. No. 1988-09•
RESOLUTION NO. 88-9
SERIES OF 1988
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A RESOLUTION STATING THE TOWN OF AVON'S OPPOSITION
TO THE PROPOSED TWO FORKS AND WILLIAMS FORK WATER
PROJECTS AND REQUESTING DEVELOPMENT OF A COMPREHENSIVE
STATEWIDE WATER PLAN
WHEREAS, the proposed Two Forks and Williams Fork projects
in combination with other water development projects will signifi-
cantly degrade the aquatic ecosystem of the Colorado River and it's
tributaries; and
WHEREAS, the degradation of aquatic ecosystems reduces the
aesthetic and recreational values of the area; and
WHEREAS, the aesthetic and recreational values of the area
are major factors in the economy and economic development oppor-
tunities within the area and within the State; and
WHEREAS, the proposed projects do not include appropriate
and practicable mitigation measures to minimize harm to the aquatic
ecosystem; and
WHEREAS, there are practicable alternatives to the proposed
Two Forks and Williams Fork projects which would have significantly
less impact on the aquatic ecosystem; and
WHEREAS, higher than current use figures and inaccurate
population figures exaggerate the need for the projects; and
WHEREAS, major water development projects such as the
proposed Two Forks and Williams Fork projects should conform with a
comprehensive statewide water plan; and
WHEREAS, the State of Colorado has not adopted a compre-
hensive statewide water plan; and
WHEREAS, the Two Forks and Williams Fork projects are not
in the public interest for the above reasons.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town of Avon
adamantly opposes issuance of permits for the Williams Fork
project and the Two Forks or other major reservoir project on the
South Platte River because they fail to meet minimum federal
requirements under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town of Avon, Colorado
strongly supports the initiation, development and adoption of a
comprehensive statewide water plan which addresses environmental
and economic issues as well as water needs for all areas of the
State.
1988.
Approved and adopted this 10th
day of May ,
TOWN COUNCIL
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO
Stepfken M. 11k1ler, Mayor Pro Tem
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Town of Avon P. O. Box 975, Avon, CO 81.620 (303) 949-4280
May 11, 1988
District Engineer
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
P. 0. Box 14
Omaha, Nebraska 68101-0014
RE: Application No.: CO 2SB OXT 2 008308
CO 2SB OXT 2 008528
Applicant: Denver Board of Water Commissioners
Waterway: Two Forks Dam and Reservoir and Williams Fork Gravity
Collection System
Dear Sir:
The enclosed Resolution, adopted by the Avon Town Council at it's May 10,
1988 meeting, expresses our concerns and adamant opposition to these projects.
Available information indicates there are alternatives to these projects
which would be significantly less destructive to-the environment. The
application does not include adequate mitigation measures to protect the
environment and in particular the aquatic ecosystem of the Colorado River and
its tributaries. The cumulative effects of these and other water development
projects results in significant degredation to these waters with a resultant
loss of aesthetic, recreational and economic values in the area. When
evaluating these projects, the cost of mitigating these impacts must be added
to the cost of the project. When the full cost of an adequate mitigation plan
is added to the cost of these projects, many of the other alternatives.may
be more environmentally and economically feasible than the proposed projects.
It.is our feeling that the Two Forks and Williams Fork projects clearly fail
to meet minimum federal requirements under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act
and consequently permits for these projects must be denied.
Please incorporate this letter and the enclosed Resolution in the public record
for these projects.
Sincerely, 9- A
Stephen M. i er
Mayor Pro Tem
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Town of Avon P. O.- Box 975, Avon, CO 81620 (303) 9494280
May 11, 1988
The Honorable Roy Romer
Office of the Governor
200 East Colfax, Room 136
Denver, Colorado 80203
Dear Governor Romer:
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Thank you for this opportunity to express our concerns with regard to the
issuance of the Two Forks and Williams Fork permits.
The enclosed Resolution, adopted by the Avon Town-Council at it's May 10,
1988 meeting, expresses our concerns and adamant opposition to these-projects.
Available information indicates there are alternatives to these projects
which would be'significantly less destructive to the environment. In addition,
-requested time frames indicate there is adequate-time to thoroughly investigate
these alternatives and even implement some, such as-water conservation measures
and coordinated operation of.existing facilities.
Projects of this magnitude should only be approved when they are found to be in
accordance with a comprehensive statewide water plan which addresses not only
water issues, but also-includes environment and economic issues. Since
Colorado has not adopted such a plan, we urge you to provide the direction
necessary to prepare and implement such a plan immediately.
Thank-you again for your consideration in this matter.
Sincerely,
Stephen h. ler
Mayor Pro Tem
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