20210224 Ver 1_Public Notice Comments_20211026 (135)

Public Notice Comment Form
ID#*
20210224
Project Name*
Westpoint
First Name
Olivia
Version *
1
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Last Name
Gregg
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Comment
I am in opposition to the proposed development at West Point on the Eno River.
Natural spaces are more valuable now that ever. The sixty acres of forest that will be cleared are sixty acres less
of available habitat for wildlife, and disturb the water quality of the adjacent Eno River. Removal of trees and
installation of impermeable surfaces (pavement, etc) leads to increased erosion and runoff of harmful
compounds from developed areas. Sediments and harmful compounds are then carried into the waterway,
where they harm wildlife and negatively impact the quality of drinking water, especially given that Durham
sources it's drinking water from surface water. These reasons, as well as those shared by the save Black
Meadow Ridge Group, provide great evidence regarding why the proposed construction is not in the interest of
Durham residents. There should be a public hearing required before moving forward, and a higher level of review
regarding how this project will impact the ecosystem and Durham residents.
Thank you for your time,
Olivia Gregg
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