Fuji Park and Bailey Fishing Pond will suffer
We were relieved to read that not all tribal members are supporting the proposed motocross track on the Washoe Tribe’s land. It gave us hope that the Washoe people really do believe in their statement that “the Washoe Tribe have long considered themselves stewards of our land and continue to maintain that position, never to compromise or sacrifice our environmental and archeologically sensitive lands.”
In our opinion the development of a motocross track in the proposed location would be a complete contradiction to this statement.
Clear Creek flows through the parcel to be developed; it also flows through Fuji Park and the Bailey Fishing Pond in Carson City on its way to the Carson River. Our fear is the run off and dust from the track will destroy the water quality affecting the fisheries. Another concern is the amount of noise generated by hundreds of motorcycles only a mile away will negatively impact the users of both Fuji Park and the Fishing Pond. One can only imagine how unpleasant it would be to take the dog to the dog park, have a family picnic or try to enjoy a Saturday fishing trip while listening to the hundreds of motorcycles racing near by. Carson City could also loose revenue from decreased rental of the parks facilities for special events.
We are opposed to this development and would like to encourage others that feel as we do to contact the Washoe Tribal Council with your concerns at comments@washoetribe.us.