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2, We support the rules on wastewater discharges and limits on <br />development densities, The most effective practice for highest water <br />protection is low density of development particularly in Critical and <br />ProtectQd areas. (Stormwater flowing across impervious surfaces such as <br />rooftops, parking lots and roads picks up pollutants that can result in serious <br />impact on water quality. Buffer zones are also needed to prevent damage <br />from episodic events such as spills and extra heavy storm run -off.) <br />I We support the new rules proposed for agriculture in WS -I <br />watersheds.and WS -II Critical Areas and the proposal that these rules apply <br />lbmugk a I WS -II watersheds, not just in the WS -II Critical Areas, <br />The League urges citizens to be a part of strong local action in helping <br />develop watershed protection ordinances for the health and quality of life <br />for everyone. We must protect Water Qualit now while there is still <br />Nancy S. Mueller <br />Chair, Natural Resources <br />LW V of CH /C <br />