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<br />- 2- <br /> <br />Others have expressed different opinions. In fact, one local towboat pilot actually <br />suggested the proposed location as a safe alternative, and several others endorsed it. Much of the <br />evidence both for and against the proposal seems to be anecdotal. <br /> <br />Although we are aware that the City of Hastings and many people consider this proposed <br />project to be very important, we are concerned about the potential for collisions between barge <br />tows and recreational boaters or other dock users. The Corps does not want to expose members <br />of the general public to an unacceptable risk. Additional studies, modeling, or documentation <br />that demonstrates that the dock would not be a safety problem would allow the Corps of <br />Engineers to resolve this issue. We will continue to discuss this issue with your consultant, Dr. <br />Joel Toso of the Polaris Group. <br /> <br />We will attempt to complete our review and resolve these issues as quickly as possible. <br />We will send copies of our notice to you and to others who have expressed an interest in this <br />project. <br /> <br />If you have further questions regarding this matter, please contact me at (651) 290-5376 <br />or Mr. Joseph Yanta at (651) 290-5362. <br /> <br />Sincerely, <br /> <br />~~ "f. U~~ <br /> <br />Robert J. Whiting <br />Chief, Regulatory Branch <br /> <br />Copy furnished: <br /> <br />Dr. Joel Toso <br />The Polaris Group <br />8009 34th Avenue South, Suite 125 <br />Bloomington, Minnesota 55425 <br />