HomeMy Public PortalAboutCanyon Springs EIR Scoping - 39.pdfFrom:Perry Norris
To:Denyelle Nishimori
Cc:Chip Huck
Subject:A comment on Canyon Springs
Date:Monday, May 23, 2011 8:27:11 PM
Truckee Donner Land Trust does not endorse or oppose proposed
developments, so the following comments are intended to be neutral.
The land planned for the Canyon Springs development is of course currently
open space. This property is the Town’s eastern boundary and is contiguous
to natural lands to the east, north and south. These lands, including the
property proposed for development, may provide important habitat for the
beleaguered Verdi deer heard. Significant efforts, including a study currently
underway and the acquisition of Waddle Ranch, have been made to ensure
the survival of the herd. The study, undertaken by the California Department
of Fish and Game, is important, should be included in the DEIR, and assist in
guiding the Town’s decision making regarding this project. The study will help
determine the importance, or unimportance, of the property as migratory
deer habitat.
Finally, if the Land Trust can play a role in this project, benefitting the
community and the property owners, we are eager to help.
Perry Norris
Executive Director
530-582-4711 T.
530-582-5528 F.
www.tdlandtrust.org