Print View From: "Nancy Hanson" To: Date: Wednesday - September 30, 2009 4:18 PM Subject: Snake Valley water agreement I am writing to express opposition to the draft Snake Valley water agreement, in which Nevada is allocated half of the water rights. I find it incredible that any agreements would be negotiated prior to thorough studies of the Snake Valley aquifer and consequences of diverting water from it, now and in future years when climate change could alter issues significantly. The urgency for negotiating such an agreement is not critical, and much could be lost in acting prematurely. Rather than simply looking afar for sources of water for Las Vegas, better water management and planning efforts need to be utilized within all desert cities. We can look to history regarding the Owens Valley after a thirsty Las Angeles diverted water from it to realize much is at stake. I believe the aquifer should be utilized for the ecosystems it serves directly, rather than risking it to further urban growth. I encourage you to reject this agreement. Water is a commodity that is too precious to take action without thorough study. Nancy Hanson Sandy, Utah