Site is within 100 feet of Amazon Creek or the A-3 Channel. By specifying both the distance and the waterways, this change will mean that fewer sites will meet this criterion. This change favors development somewhat more than existing criterion, but reflects original plan intent. Existing Protection Criteria Proposed Protection Criteria Impact of Change 5. Site is connected geographically or hydrologically to other wetlands or waterways.
Site is geographically or hydrologically connected to other wetlands or waterways.
There has been no change in the meaning of this criterion. Site contain a high diversity of wildlife habitat or contributes to the diversity of wildlife habitat within the region. Site contain a high diversity of wildlife habitat or contributes to the diversity of wildlife habitat within the region. No change in this criterion. Protection of site would further the goals and objectives of this plan.