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Statement to the Bureau of Reclamation 

I'm John Poimiroo, Staff Commodore of the Folsom Lake Yacht Club. We are 

one of the oldest and largest recreational groups on. Folsom Lake, having been 

established in � Our club conducts sailing programs including races, cruises, 

water safety, instruction and social events on Folsom Lake. On behalf of our 

members, [urge the Bureau of Reclamation not to close Folsom Point during the 

time that Folsom Dam is being raised. 

Closing Folsom Point would seriously impact Folsom and communities 

surrounding it, as well as public use of Folsom Lake State Recreation Area. 

Should the boat launch facility at Folsom Point be closed, most of the boaters 

who now launch at Folsom Point would shift to the next nearest launch ramp at 

Brown's Ravine in El Dorado Hills. There is not enough trailer parking at 

Brown's Ravine to accommodate this shift which now runs at capacity on most 

weekend days throughout the boating season. Through most of the year only one 

ramp is available at Brown's Ravine. 

Closing Folsom Point would increase traffic both on Natoma Street and Green 

Valley Road. It would also discourage boaters from using Folsom Lake because 

of the inconvenience of long waiting times to launch, lack of parking, conflicts 

arising at the launch ramp because of delays and not knowing whether there will 

be space at Brown's R.a.vine to launch. Should Folsom Point be closed, 

reestablishing boating among those who have shifted to other recreational 

pursuits will take years. In the meantime, clubs such as FLYC and the marine 

industry in the Sacramento area will suffer and perhaps be irreparably damaged. 

Alternative locations to stage construction equipment and materials exist closer 

to the dam than Folsom Point, such as near the intersection of the Folsom Dam 

Road and Natoma St. Large areas of land owned by the California Depattment of 

Corrections are accessible from Folsom Dam Road that would allow staging 

materials on public land closer to the dam and that would also not require that 
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construction traffic travel along Natoma St nor that Folsom Point be closed for 

nearly a decade. 

So, we ask that you not close Folsom Point and avoid these negative impacts on 

the Folsom community and boaters. 
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Porter, Stacy 

From: kevinkraft [kevinkraft4@comcast.net] 

Sent: Wednesday, January 10. 2007 4:28PM 

To: soliver@mp.usbr.gov. 

Subject: Folsom dam construction 

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Not sure about this.as avid boaters,a bigger lake would be cool but. We need the flood protection,! guess,IMHO 

we need more bridges over the American river and Sacto too,as this would help with traffic.As a native 

sacramentan.l am bitter about all the traffic and really would like to see the house construction and builders go 

away.lf the bigger dam will give the builders the go for more houses, I say no.Just my opinion 

Kevin Kraft 

Folsom, Ca. 

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Porter, Stacy 

From: Clark, Pete (STS US) [pete.clark@siemens.com] 

Sent: Thursday, January 11. 2007 10:03 AM 

To: soliver@mp. usbr.gov 

Subject: F olsom Point Potential Closure 

Hello, 

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I was not able to attend the meeting last night in Folsom, so my friend/colleague sent me your address so I could 

provide my two cents. 

Closure of ANY ramps/facilities would mean certain negative impacts: 

1. Being a regular boater at Folsom Lake over the last 12 years, I have seen a steady increase 

in traffic/delays/safety issues/parking problems/congestion/turn-aways at every ramp. This would only be 

compounded by a closure of one of the more popular, more accessible and convenient launch facilities. I am 

waiting for the day when access to the launch facilities is dictated by something like odd/even numbers of the 

hull license number (e.g. CA 1234 AB) to alleviate congestion. 

2. Access fees would probably Increase due to an overall decrease in patronage due to the other ramps' 

capacities not being able to handle the diversion from Folsom Point. Fees are already borderline outrageous, 

even if you purchase a season pass like I do. 

3. People would find even more "creative" ways of accessing the lake. This would include driving on otherwise 

forbidden hillsides/embankments to swim, picnic, launch craft ... especially PWC's. This is already a problem. 

4. The south end of the lake could only be serviced by ONE facility, which often operates at half capacity since 

the Hobie Cove portion is often inaccessible (I'm not complaining about lake levels here!). The lake must be 

at a maximum of about 75% to expose Hobie Cove for use. There would still be a significant increase in traffic to 

the marina area from the closure, which is something I am not sure this quite narrow/tight facility can handle. 

Most of Folsom's population is on the south side of the dam, thereby making these southern facilities the most 

convenient for the public. 

5. If the capacity of the lake were increased (I believe part of this project is to raise the level by 7 feet), then 

most or all of the other ramp facilities would need to be modified since the current 100% waterline at those 

facilities is at the top of the ramp. This would cause a closure of the other facilities at some point as well, since 

the "new" 100% mark would render these facilities useless. 

6. There would be an additional increase in traffic through downtown Folsom as some would try launching at 

Granite Bay. As you may know, the traffic through downtown has been a huge issue since the Dam Road 

closure. 

7. Personally, I haven't heard or read convincing arguments on why the dam and dikes need work in the first 

place. If there is a mechanical concern with these structures, then come out and say it. At least the public would 

understand and accept it. "Flood control" isn't enough explanation to warrant 7 years of inconvenience trying to 

use my floating entertainment investment. What specific work is proposed to control flooding? It's kind of like 

shutting the Dam Road down 1.5 years after 9/11, citing "security reasons" as the driver for the closure. If the 

Dam can't handle the increased traffic, then that's a much more logical reason than what was provided to the 

public. 

I would appreciate it if these could be forwarded on to any other appropriate individuals. 

Thanks for your time, 

Peter Clark 

696 Hildebrand Cir. 

Folsom, CA 95630 

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Porter, Stacy 

From: Todd Drybread (todddrybread@yahoo.com] 

Sent: Thursday, January 11, 2007 3:05 PM 

To: soliver@mp.usbr.gov 

Subject: Folsom Point 

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I was unable to artend the public hearing last night, so please excuse myself if 1 am out of line. I am 

incredibly upset with the possibility of closing Folsom Point. My family and I use the facility for walks 

and runs year round as well as boat access during the summer months. Folsom lake has gained in 

popularity and closing Folsom Point would drive a large number of people to Granite Bay and especially 

Brown's Ravine. Browns Ravine will be continually overcrowded. plus it does not have the recreational 

access as does Folsom Point. Please let me know what I can do to help stop this closure. 

Todd Dry bread 

Resident 

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Porter, Stacy 

From: Scott Howlett [sahowlett@yahoo.com] 

Sent: Thursday, January 11, 2007 9:13 PM 

To: soliver@mp.usbr.gov 

Subject: Folsom Point 

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We seriously disagree with anv decision to close Folsom Point. We use the facility 5 times a week 

from l'vlay through Sept. [t is a very busy boating launch and picnic area. I can't imagine Brovms 

Ravine being able to accommodate the extra traffic. There must be another staging area that could be 

used! 

The Howlett Family 
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Porter, Stacy 

From: Patterson. Rick B [rick.b.patterson@intel.com] 

Sent: Thursday. January 11, 2007 3:06 PM 

To: soliver@mp.usbr.gov 

Subject: Oppose closing of Folsom Point' 

Shawn, 

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I'm opposed to closing Folsom Pt. I never go anywhere else on Folsom lake except there, there is shade. Big 

mistake, 

Thank you. 

Rick and Pam Patterson 

Folsom residents 

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Porter, Stacy 

From: Sheila Leard [sheilaleard@comcast.net] 

Sent: Thursday, January 11, 2007 3:49 PM 

To: soliver@mp.usbr .gov 

Subject: Folsom Dam Safety Project 

Dear Mr. Oliver, 

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I write this as a very concerned resident of Folsom that the closing of Dyke 8 is an unreasonable 

burden that the residents of Folsom are expected to endure. Not only have we had to tolerate the 

closing of the Dam road, traffic on S utter Street, but the inconvenience and lack of forthright public 

notification is too much to sit quietly this time. 

My own personal story is of the enjoyment I have of running with my dog in the Folsom Point 

area. There are elderly men who ha ve had 10 year ritual of walking in the early morning and stay 

connected to the world while exercising. This is the place I take all out of town relatives and friends 

to show off our gorgeous lake and vistas. This is the lake that several friends swim in while we 

train for various events. This is the lake that is part of an annual second grade field trip to le arn 

about our local habitat. The loss of local vegetation and wildlife will be an irreversible loss to our 

children. 

The closing of Folsom Point has a ripple effect here that needs to be addressed before there is 

anymore disruption to the residents and near by communities. In the report it states that Folsom 

Point is 'only for day use and a boat launch'. It is so much more than thatl I urge you to carry 

out an alternative plan for a staging site for this project. 

Sheila and Tom Leard 

Folsom residents 
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Porter, Stacy 

From: grpetersen@sbcglobal.net 

Sent: Thursday, January 11. 2007 3:52 PM 

To: soliver@mp.usbr.gov 

Subject: Closing of Folsom Point 

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Being a current resident of Folsom and long time Sacramentoan, I must say I \.vas very concerned to hear 

that Folsom Point may be closed for 7 years for work on the dam. I understand that there is the need for 

a staging area for the dam. but I urge you to choose one that will nor have such an impact on a 

community. Close access to the lake is one of the reasons we moved to Folsom from Carmichael. We 

enjoy being able to go to the lake, swim and boat from the close proximity to our house. I know that we 

would sri II be able to access Folsom Lake, but it wouldn't be the same. 

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Porter, Stacy 

From: Greg Fales [gregfales@comcast.net] 

Sent: Thursday, January 11. 2007 5:23 PM 

To: soliver@mp.usbr.gov 

Cc: themayor@folsom.ca.us 

Subject: Closure of Folsom Point for Folsom Dam Safety Project 

Dear Sir 

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I am writing to let you know my great concern and disapproval of shutting down Folsom Point for any 

length of time. My family and l moved to Folsom over ten years ago and we use all of the parks located 

at the lake on a regular basis. Having access to Folsom Point or any other Park at Folsom Lake is a big 

reason that we moved to Folsom and it's part of the quality of life that we paid for when buying our 

home. Giving up access for even one summer is not acceptable. let alone for seven years. 

Please keep the parks open. 

916-849-3200 

Greg Fales. 

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Thursday. January 11. 2007 5:09 PM 

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Subject: Potential Folsom Point Closing 

Dear Mr. Oliver, 

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As a long time resident of Folsom we are strongly opposed to the potential closing of Folsom Point for a long 

term staging area for proposed construction of a new spillway for Folsom Dam. Folsom is such a desirable city 

to live in part to the beautiful recreational lake we have in our backyard. We recognized that right away when 

we moved into the Briggs Ranch neighborhood with our 3 daughters after relocating from Atlanta. GA 16 years 

ago. Folsom Point (formerly Dyke 8) has been a constant destination for our family over the years that has 

included enjoying the point on our walks, on challenging bike rides, exploring the Point with our Girl Scout 

troops. spontaneous family picnics. taking the opportunity to enjoy the visual beauty of the lake since the 

closure of Folsom Dam Road and of course. the abundance of fun-filled boating opportunities through the 

convenient boat ramp access. 

Please reconsider what a huge negative affect this would have on the families of Folsom and on the 

wonderful quality of life that having such a beautiful, convenient destination has provided the ever 

growing number of Folsom residents. Eliminating access to Folsom Point for 6-7 years would be a 

devastating loss. 

Thank you for your time. 

Respectfully, 

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