County should carefully research impacts of RV park proposal
Editor:
A letter was published last week raising awareness for Citizens of Clear Creek County regarding the proposed 12-acre RV park west of Idaho Springs. I would like to endorse statements made in the letter and add a few of my own. The proposal was presented to the Planning Commission in July. It was minimally attended by the public, and I’m certain not many citizens are aware that the proposal even exists.
I have been in the county for a long enough period of time to know the consequences that repeatedly occur when due diligence has not been done prior to the approval of specific developments that don’t particularly benefit the county or its citizens.
Now would be the time to determine whether the impacts of the proposed development would benefit or hinder the county. Physical, fiscal and environmental impacts must be carefully researched.
Tourism is a viable option for our economic development, but I believe we want to put careful thought and planning into what the future holds for Clear Creek and whether we can maintain the unique character that not only draws visitors but enhances the lives of those who live here full time. Do we want a commercially based resort similar to Summit County, or are there other attractive options?
Public input should be a critical component of a development of that scale. I would encourage local citizens to voice opinions at the county commissioners meeting on Aug. 19. Check the Clear Creek County website for details regarding the meeting. I hope to see you there.
Kay Axtell
Clear Creek County
Thanks for clarification
Editor:
In response to Mr. Hodge’s economics lesson to us all, I am glad he made the correction.
Michael Hocevar
Georgetown