----------------------------Original message---------------------------- Folks-- I'm posting this both to Maps-L and GeoNet-L; sorry for the duplication. We *quickly* need to find local ordinances (not "laws", but ordinances) regulating the noise, dust, water quality (etc.) issues of surface mining of sand, gravel, and/or stone. So: can any of you send us copies and/or point us in fruitful directions? Many thanks. -- Connie Manson [log in to unmask] fax: 206/902-1785