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0 California Indian Cultural er' Cemetery Protective Association <br /> P.O. Box 687, Sloughhouse, CA 95683 <br /> William "Bill" J. Franklin, Sr., Founder <br /> January 26, 1993 <br /> Kerry Sullivan, Senior Planner 99TH7 <br /> San Joaquin County r <br /> Community Development Department t <br /> 1810 E. Hazelton Avenue FEB 11993 <br /> Stockton, CA 95205 COMMUNII Y UtYtWriviLwi Utel. <br /> RE: "BUCKEYE RANCH" Project <br /> PLANNING DIVISION <br /> We strongly oppose any continued development on this prehistoric indigenous site due <br /> to the religious and spiritual importance of our ancestral remains buried here. <br /> It places a very heavy burden upon our hearts to see this irreplaceable area destroyed. <br /> According to Ananian & Rice (1991) archaeological studies, this site is an "important D3 <br /> archaeological resource." The study also suggests it may be eligible for the "National <br /> Register of Historic Places," citing its integrity, uniqueness, and research value. As important <br /> as this site is to all involved, we will not tolerate continued development, especially without <br /> additional studies which identify the exact areas of remains and cultural significance of this <br /> sacred site. <br /> We would like to suggest you contact Rob Jackson with Bio Systems Analysis, Inc., I <br /> Sacramento, CA, for continued studies. Furthermore, additional studies (field work) or D4 <br /> development should only be conducted with a trained local Miwok monitor on site. This is I <br /> a standard procedure. <br /> Also, when the 400 old oaks were removed, were there any human remains or artifacts D5 <br /> pulled up with the roots? If so, where are these items now? <br /> Please send all correspondence to the above address and keep our association apprised <br /> of all upcoming meetings, hearings, etc. The unique biological and cultural treasures of this <br /> land belong to us and future generations. <br /> Thank you for your time and attention to this matter. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> William (Bill) J. Franklin, Sr. <br /> Miwok Elder <br /> Founder of CIC & CPA <br /> Attachment: Membership Signatures <br /> VI-45 <br />