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would be reduced by: water storage and other fire -fighting facilities on-site, the presence of people to quickly spot and report any fires that should develop and the prohibition of any open burning. Recreation Development of the proposed site as a landfill will have no immediate effect upon recreation facilities within the County. No recreation facilities or areas designated for recreation use would be removed as a result of this project. Future potential uses of this site, after completion of the landfill purpose, include use as a passive and/or active recreation area. In a few years, after the expected use of the landfill has expired, growth in or near this area of the County may deem it worthwhile to consider using this site for recreational purposes. However, while the possibility exists, the final determination cannot be made at this time, and remains a decision that future County agencies and legislative bodies can look forward to. Cultural Resources A critical resource assessment of the proposed landfill site was performed in September 1980, by Ann S. Peak and Associates, Consulting Archeology. Fol- lowing a survey of archaeological maps and records, including the National Register of Historic Places, California Historical Landmarks, and Cali fo is Inventory of Historical Resources, a field assessment was undertaken. No prehistoric sites were found during the field survey. One area of,the site, considered most likely to contain evidence of historic use, was the subject of close scrutiny, yet no artifacts were discovered. The consulting archaeol- ogist recommended that no further archaeological work was necessary. Public Safety Law enforcement services would be provided by the San Joaquin Sheriff's Office. By way of letter, the Sheriff's Office has indicated that the proposed relocation of the Harney Lane landfill will not have a significant impact upon existing police services. (See Appendix A). Noise During September 1980, a noise monitoring study was conducted near the center of the site and at a second location, 100 feet south of the intersection of Harney Lane and Eberhard Road. Measurements were made at the second location to approximate anticipated traffic noise conditions along Harney Lane between the existing landfill site and the proposed new site. Ambient noise levels were monitored during periods of no vehicular traffic; whereas, peak noise was monitored as vehicles passed by. It was found that ambient noise levels at /U