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Archeologist if the battle of Blackhawk Ridge was "any big deal worth preserving". His <br /> answer was that if both sides in the battle had been white, then the site would have been <br /> perceived to be almost as important as Gettysburg in terms of the development of the <br /> United States. And if native American history had been highly valued before 1980, then <br /> I wouldn't be living in the home I'm in now. <br /> While there's nothing that will automatically stop development around historic places, I <br /> still have a problem with more and better development overshadowing historically <br /> important locations. I can't agree with the rationalization that "one more won't matter" <br /> or"You're already set up there so now we should be able to do what we want as well". <br /> Are these properties more valuable because they respond to the pressure of Dane County <br /> development or because they reflect conditions somewhat more in keeping with the <br /> historical dimensions of the Lower Wisconsin Riverway? My heart favors history while <br /> my wallet favors rezoning. <br /> I guess I'd sum up the choice as between two alternatives you must encounter frequently. <br /> Do you decide in favor of the money or in favor of the intangibles. Whatever the case, I <br /> appreciate the chance to put my thoughts and opinions before you. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> Allen M. Raffetto <br />