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From Grace:

Dear Ms. Kattan

I am uncertain whether or not I will be able to attend the DEQ hearing on this matter on June 9, 2008.  I would like to register my comments, as a resident of Ocean Park and as an officer of the Ocean Park Civic League.

While I understand that the developer of this parcel has the right to build on his property, that right must be bounded by the local, state, regional and federal guidelines which are in place to prevent the degradation of natural resources to the public’s detriment.

I have viewed the developer’s proposal and find that his claim that his development, with his on-site water treatment designs, is disingenuous.  Furthermore, his present proposal, much like his last one, ignores the mandate which is present when building in a wetlands area.  To wit:  avoid, minimize, ameliorate.  The developer has not yet met even the first goal:  avoidance.

I urge you and DEQ to stand fast for the long-term interests of residents, environmentalists and taxpayers who will be shouldering the burden of this unconscionable over-development.

Sincerely,
Grace Moran
Treasurer, Ocean Park Civic League

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