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)'��'C1R­ 7 <br /> _7_P, <br /> IV; <br /> 9/17/03 SEP 1 � 2003 ! SZ3 7 <br /> Dear Mr. Flanigan; ''`y ° 9 <br /> As per our discussion over the phone, I have m6�i6 f ess in completing the shoreline <br /> restoration plan that was developed for us by Ms. Bursik and, thus, I am disappointed <br /> that I have been fined for my lack of progress. Is there any way to eliminate the fine OWU <br /> put these funds toward the plantings? However, I have enclosed my fine less the $200 <br /> you indicated that you would be able to reduce in case you cannot change it. <br /> I see this project as a multiple year process in order to comply fully with the <br /> recommendations and see the beauty evolve. However, specific circumstances have <br /> delayed the project. Last summer,my father-in-law developed cancer and we could not <br /> visit the cabin all summer. He passed away last September.This summer, I started the <br /> plantings myself but the dryness caused problems. Next spring,we decided to contract <br /> the services out. If the plants do not hold,then they will replace them. I am including the <br /> restoration plan that we have developed with Cheryl Bursik of 4/27/03. Here are the <br /> other developments to date on the plan; <br /> 1) We created a 50 ft buffer zone that includes a 35 ft no touch zone and a 15 ft <br /> minimal maintenance zone.There has been no mowing or walking in this area for <br /> 2 years. Many wild flowers have grown in this area naturally.There are no fixed <br /> items in the buffer zone except those in the viewing area and one bench. <br /> 2) Bare areas that have been planted with dozens of blueberry shrubs (We love to <br /> pick them) planted in spring per discussion. However, many of these did not <br /> make it and were removed. <br /> 3) We have not planted other shrubs through out the buffer because there are many <br /> natural wild flowers and flowering plants in the buffer area now. It is my <br /> intention to let those continue to grow and plant only the bare spots as indicated <br /> on the diagram. I discussed this with one shoreline restoration person and he <br /> agreed. <br /> 4) I am acquiring 20 woodland white pine and cedar trees to plant throughout my lot <br /> but had to wait until next spring. <br /> 5) We have not removed the non-conforming structure since part of it is consistent <br /> with the allowed 40 ft. landing.As I noted, my mother-in-law from Italy sits on <br /> the landing since she will not go on the dock and will not sit on the grass. The rest <br /> of it will be easily moved this fall since it is not a permanent fixed structure. <br /> As I noted on the phone, I am hobby naturalist and a big supporter of the shoreline <br /> restoration project. I am sorry that my project is not completed, but all good things take <br /> time. My intent is to develop a beautiful natural surrounding to my entire property <br /> keeping the lake, shoreline, and shoreline creatures naturally intact and healthy for my <br /> grandchildre enjoy for years to come. I thank you for supporting our process. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> Jim Fricton <br /> P-T--- <br />