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Mr. Factor <br /> Page Four <br /> Use setbacks, buffers, and right-to-farm ordinances to <br /> offset nuisance impacts of urban uses on neighboring <br /> agricultural operations, and vice-versa. <br /> Also, farmland trusts, such as established by the Sonoma <br /> Farmland Trust and the Marin Farmland Trust, can effectively <br /> preserve agricultural land and should be considered in the <br /> analysis of mitigation alternatives. <br /> The Department appreciates the opportunity to comment. We <br /> emphasize that an Environmental Impact Report should be prepared <br /> to- address the farmland conversion impacts and the Williamson Act <br /> contract issues. If I can be of further assistance, please feel <br /> free to call me at (916) 322-5873 . <br /> Sincerely, <br /> Dennis J. O' Bryant <br /> Environmental -Program Coordinator <br /> cc: Stephen Oliva, Chief <br /> Office of Land Conservation <br />