We are very concerned that some of the development referred to previously will
further degrade the Coquitlam system, especially some of the more productive
tributaries which are virtually sustaining fish populations in the system. If
this happens, it is conceivable that it could preclude implementation of at
least some of the recommendations that arise out of the Coquitlam River Water

Management Study.

To ensure that this doesn't happen, we intend to carefully scrutinize all
proposed developments within the Coquitlam drainage that in our opinion could
affect the outcome of the Coquitlam River Water Management Study. Therefore,
certain applications may take longer than normal to process and the restrictions
we place on certain types of developments may be more stringent than usual.
However, we believe, as I'm sure you will agree, that such action is not only
necessary but in everyone's best interest.

Your cooperation in this matter would be sincerely appreciated.

Sincerely yours ’

-Stetlial

G. A. West
REGIONAL DIRECTOR

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cc. -° Mr. V. G. Borch
City Engineer
City of Port Coquitlam

- Mr. L. Lee
City Planner
City of Port Coquitlam

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