ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Some big changes could be coming to the Taos Ski Vallet after years of trying to get new development, but there's still some concern from nearby communities about how it would affect them. "This project, hopefully, will get rid of the dust, the noise, the pollution," says Rick Bellis, Village Administrator for the Village of Taos Ski Valley. Now, with only a couple of days left to submit public objections, some big projects could change the Taos Ski Valley experience for visitors. "This is like the number one destination during three of the seasons," Bellis added. Some of those proposed developments include a brand-new gondola. Those in support of the project say it's a way to decrease road traffic, by giving visitors another way up the mountain. They also argue that the reduced traffic will help lower runoff into the nearby rivers. 2024 New Mexico Ski Swap raises funds for ski patrol "This gondola project really gives us an opportunity to address traffic safety, make it safer for pedestrians who try to ride or bike on that road; it's barely the width of a car," Bellis explained. Other parts of the project include a new restaurant, water storage, and some new snowshoe and hiking trails. However, residents in nearby towns, like Valdez, NM, who are downriver of the ski valley, are concerned about how the development could impact their water. "It's the stream that we get our water from for everything," said Kevin Bersell, Chair for the Acequia De San Antonio. "We use it to water our land, for our livestock, it fills our well. It's the lifeblood of our community." Taos starts reimbursement program for small businesses affected by construction project Taos Ski Village leaders say they've spoken to developers to ensure they take steps to keep the river clean. Advocates opposing the project say they're not hopeful. "There hasn't been any middle ground," Bersell said. There's also concern about public access to the land near where the gondola will be built. For Valdez resident, Rob McCormick, it's an area he frequents for fishing and hiking. With the development, he's worried that some of the access to the wild environment will be hindered. "With the gondola put in, those pieces of property will be developed, and we'll lose our winter ski access back to Wheeler Peak and Williams Lake, which would be devastating," McCormick said. Objections for public comment end Monday.