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than allocating specific functions exclusively to local agencies, 

 their programs can be fitted into a cooperative, intergovernmental 

 pattern of balanced estuarine uses. 



An extensive survey and enumeration of the activities of all 

 local governments in estuaries is beyond the scope of this report. 

 Rather, some functions of local governments relating to estuaries 

 are briefly indicated, and their programs, problems, and regula- 

 tory tools discussed in general terms. For purposes of this 

 report, "local government" includes not only cities and towns 

 but also, when applicable, counties and intrastate multicounty and 

 regional agencies. 



Estuaries are affected by a wide variety of local government 

 activities and programs, including water resources (pollution 

 control, waste disposal, and water supply); transportation 

 (especially port and marina facilities); conservation and recrea- 

 tion (parks, fisheries, and wildlife); and commercial and econo- 

 mic development and public and private land use (planning, zoning, 

 and housing). All of these must be considered in organizing a 

 comprehensive estuarine management program. 



