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Andrew Martin, Louisville resident — Mr. Martin is interested in a plan that lets humans co -habit with native wildlife, that prevents urban sprawl, and minimizes human impact. Mr. Martin did like Option 1 or 2 and instead proposed a trail that borders the Visitor section of the Mesa. Jay Berger, Louisville resident — Mr. Berger agreed with Mr. Martin and is also very interested in limited impact on sensitive areas. Mr. Berger suggested a path routing in a "backward 6" which would follow the existing crusher fine path in the northern section of the Mesa, then create a perimeter path in the southern section. Mr. Berger also cited the Open Space Ordinance which requires that if conflict exists between preservation and recreation, preservation wins. Mr. Craig Hazelton, Louisville resident — Mr. Hazelton identified himself as an avid mountain biker and would like to see the existing trails retained. Mr. Stan Udal, Louisville resident — Mr. Udal agreed with Mr. Hazelton and suggested that closing off the 26° grade trail is "ludicrous." He asked if the trail could be made more curvy to mitigate the severe grade. Tammy Dick, 106 Barcelona, Spanish Hills — Ms. Dick likes Option 1 perimeter trail and doesn't want any trails closed in the northwest section. She also suggested the 26° grade trail section be left as single track and not developed further. Ann Baumerhausen, 425 Kennedy, Louisville — Ms. Baumerhausen favors a preservation- oriented approach and supports closing some of the trails in order to "think of the big picture and try to preserve a delicate balance of preservation and recreation." Susan Loo, 1020 Willow Place, Louisville — Ms. Loo said both trail options are ok, but said in either case, a ridge trail needs to be maintained in order to accommodate small children who are not capable of navigating the hills. Ms. Loo also asked what % of the land the LOSCAB considers valuable. Abby Scott, 946 Arapahoe, Louisville — Ms. Scott voted for Option 1 and advocated a strong educational program be instituted and suggested using volunteer work crews for weed removal. Brad Sklar, 1318 Caledonia Circle, Louisville — Mr. Sklar identified himself as an avid mountain biker and likes Option 1. He asked how effective the "policing" of any trail closures would be and said preserving a patch of Mesa is not feasible. Tom Grainey, 1149 Enclave, Louisville — Mr. Grainey agreed with Ms. Scott and supports Option 1. He said trails don't deteriorate overnight and that after 15 years of using the Mesa, he feels it is not in danger. Mr. Grainey said he is a preservationist from Montana who takes a realistic view of issues and sees no damage to the Mesa.