HomeMy WebLinkAboutKathleen Schiavi_23-FEB-26To our County Commissioners,
As elected stewards of Garfield County, I am appalled at the choices the commissioners
have made in recent years. I have resided and paid generous taxes here over the past 50
years. My hope was that our officials would PROTECT our land, water, wildlife, and
residents. My hope was also that they would keep our county safe and enjoyable for all,
residents and tourists alike.
However, packing in houses, condominiums, and ‘affordable housing’ has ravaged our
valley’s infrastructure. It has burdened our police, fire departments, and medical care. It is
wearing our natural resources and magical sights. The highways are becoming death traps
and traffic jams. The noise generated by the overuse of Hwy 82 and I-70 is already
deafening
What are you doing?? Every time I look up at the apartments above The Meadows (Target)
shopping center, I cringe. The idea of increasing the drivers on Highway 82 is
unthinkable!! Why?? Stop!! We do not live in the city! We are are not a suburb! We moved
here for space, clean air, water, nature, wildlife, and peace. Living here can be more
challenging than city life with our jobs, income, weather, and accessibility. But it’s worth it
to us. Please stop approving development on ranch land, vacant lots, and green
spaces. We are losing our quality of life! You are in a seat of responsibilty. Please make
responsible choices for our county, our current residents and visitors.
Just say NO!
And, if the property is private and requires you acceptance in some way. PLEASE limit,
limit, limit. At this point, less is more!
Thank you!
Kathleen Schiavi
Carbondale, Colorado