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August 12, 2019 <br /> Stephanie Stowers, Senior Planner <br /> San Joaquin County Community Development Dept <br /> 1810 E. Hazelton Avenue <br /> Stockton, CA 95205 <br /> Re: Use Permit application for Sargent Equestrian Center at 15757 E. Sargent Rd in Lodi <br /> (PA-1900129 (UP) <br /> Dear Ms Stowers, <br /> I write today in support of the Use Permit application for Sargent Equestrian Center at 15757 E. Sargent <br /> Road in Lodi, on behalf of the carriage driving community of Central California. <br /> Carriage Driving is a competitive sport which started in England, and is well established in Europe and the <br /> East Coast here in the United States. I have been driving in competition nationally and internationally for <br /> many years and am a strong supporter of the sport on the West Coast. This is a challenging process due <br /> to the demands on facilities and the rarity of experienced trainers and suitable show venues. <br /> Sargent Equestrian Center, under the guidance of Jeanne Williams, has made a huge contribution to this <br /> sport in all these areas. The facility has attracted excellent trainers, developed a large and dedicated <br /> community of drivers and held premier Combined Driving Events in Northern California, which has <br /> attracted competitors from as far as British Columbia. <br /> I am wholeheartedly offering my support. It would be a major loss to the sport if Sargent Equestrian <br /> Center should close. <br /> Thank you for your consideration. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> IFt z Ype <br />