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MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
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NOVEMBER 6, 2000


Ruth N. Hartwig
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CONTENTS PART I: ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES, PERMITTING, AND RELATED REGULATIONS
PART II: ENVIRONMENTAL CONFERENCES, WORKSHOPS, AND TRAINING PROGRAMS

PART I:

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES, PERMITTING AND RELATED REGULATIONS

Permit Decisions Before the Office of the Director

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION, GRAND RIVER PLANT, LANSING, INGHAM COUNTY, proposed conditional approval for a Permit to Install application and a Notice of Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) Approval for modification of the automobile assembly plant. The plant is located at 920 Townsend Street. Public comment will be taken through November 1, 2000. If requested by November 1, 2000, a public hearing will be held November 6, 2000 (see November 6 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: Mark Mitchell, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7077. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

WASTE MANAGEMENT DIVISION

WASTE MANAGEMENT OF MICHIGAN, INC. (DBA VENICE PARK RDF), VENICE PARK RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL FACILITY, SHIAWASSEE COUNTY, VENICE TOWNSHIP. Consideration of a construction permit application under Part 115, Solid Waste Management, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended, for a modification to the existing solid waste processing plant. A decision must be made on or before November 17, 2000. Information Contact: Liz Browne, Waste Management Division, 517-625-4632. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

Other Decisions Before the Office of the Director

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

CMS GENERATION MICHIGAN POWER, LLC, LIVINGSTON TOWNSHIP, OTSEGO COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/ce/consent.html. Submit written comments by November 8, 2000, to Tom Shanley, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 8, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Tom Shanley, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7056. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

JAYCOR, INC., BELDING, IONIA COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/ce/consent.html. Submit written comments by November 8, 2000, to Kendra Spielberg, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 8, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Kendra Spielberg, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7084. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

MARTIN AND HATTIE RACHE, INC., DOING BUSINESS AS VALLEY CITY PLATING, GRAND RAPIDS, KENT COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/ce/consent.html. Submit written comments by November 8, 2000, to Kendra Spielberg, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 8, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Kendra Spielberg, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7084. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

NATIONAL PRECAST, INC., ROSEVILLE, MACOMB COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/ce/consent.html. Submit written comments by November 8, 2000, to Rick Taszreak, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 8, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Rick Taszreak, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4826. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

STERILE SYSTEMS OF MEDTRONIC BIO-MEDICUS, INC., GRAND RAPIDS, KENT COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/ce/consent.html. Submit written comments by November 8, 2000, to Kendra Spielberg, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 8, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Kendra Spielberg, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7084. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

STI PLATING, A DIVISION OF STANHOPE TOOLS, INC., MADISON HEIGHTS, OAKLAND COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/ce/consent.html. Submit written comments by November 8, 2000, to Rick Taszreak, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 8, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Rick Taszreak, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4826. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

AMBAR CHEMICAL, INC., MANISTEE, MANISTEE COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/enforcement/consent.html. Submit written comments by December 6, 2000, to Kim Armbruster, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by December 6, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Kim Armbruster, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4852. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

CARGILL INCORPORATED, ST. CLAIR, ST. CLAIR COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/enforcement/consent.html. Submit written comments by December 6, 2000, to Tom Shanley, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by December 6, 2000, a public hearing will be held on December 8, 2000 (see December 8 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: Tom Shanley, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7056. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

ELECTRO-PLATING SERVICE, INC., MADISON HEIGHTS, OAKLAND COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/enforcement.consent.html. Submit written comments by December 6, 2000, to Rick Taszreak, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by December 6, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Rick Taszreak, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4826. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

GENERAL MOTORS POWERTRAIN, SAGINAW METAL CASTING OPERATIONS, SAGINAW, SAGINAW COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/enforcement/consent.html. Submit written comments by December 6, 2000, to Tom Andrzejewski, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by December 6, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Tom Andrzejewski, Air Quality Division, 517-373-0134. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

WASTE MANAGEMENT DIVISION

GRATIOT COUNTY SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN. Consideration of Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) approval with modifications of the locally approved five-year update to the Gratiot County Solid Waste Management Plan (Plan). The DEQ initiated this round of updates on June 13, 1997, and Gratiot County submitted this locally approved Plan on January 13, 2000. Information Contact: Lynn Dumroese, Waste Management Division, 517-373-4738. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

WASTE MANAGEMENT DIVISION

ANTRIM COUNTY SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN. Consideration of Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) approval with modifications of the locally approved five-year update to the Antrim County Solid Waste Management Plan (Plan). The DEQ initiated this round of updates on June 13, 1997, and Antrim County submitted this locally approved Plan on July 6, 2000. Information Contact: Stan Idziak, Waste Management Division, 517-373-4740, or E-mail at idziaks@michigan.gov. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

Administrative Rules Promulgation

NONE

 

Public Hearings and Meetings

Note: Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in any of the meetings noted in this Calendar should call or write the appropriate meeting information contact listed below at least a week in advance to request mobility, visual, hearing, or other assistance.

NOVEMBER 6, 2000
9:00 a.m.

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION, GRAND RIVER PLANT, LANSING, INGHAM COUNTY, proposed conditional approval for a Permit to Install Application and a Notice of Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) Approval for modification of the automobile assembly plant. The plant is located at 920 Townsend Street. If a public hearing is requested in writing by November 1, 2000, a public hearing will be held in the AQD Conference Room, Hollister Building, 4th floor, 106 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. Information Contact: Mark Mitchell, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7077.

NOVEMBER 7, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING LYONS INDUSTRIES, INC. (SRN: N5599), DOWAGIAC, CASS COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a fiberglass lay-up operation. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is Patrick Phillips, M-62 West, Dowagiac, Michigan 49047. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Kirsten S. Clemens, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, 621 North 10th Street, Plainwell, Michigan 49080. If requested in writing by November 7, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Kirsten S. Clemens, Air Quality Division, 616-685-0040.

NOVEMBER 8, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING CMS GENERATION MICHIGAN POWER, LLC, LIVINGSTON TOWNSHIP, OTSEGO COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/ce/consent.html. Submit written comments to Tom Shanley, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 8, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Tom Shanley, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7056.

NOVEMBER 8, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING JAYCOR, INC., BELDING, IONIA COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/ce/consent.html. Submit written comments to Kendra Spielberg, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 8, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Kendra Spielberg, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7084.

NOVEMBER 8, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING MARTIN AND HATTIE RACHE, INC., DOING BUSINESS AS VALLEY CITY PLATING, GRAND RAPIDS, KENT COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/ce/consent.html. Submit written comments to Kendra Spielberg, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 8, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Kendra Spielberg, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7084.

NOVEMBER 8, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING NATIONAL PRECAST, INC., ROSEVILLE, MACOMB COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/ce/consent.html. Submit written comments to Rick Taszreak, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 8, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Rick Taszreak, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4826.

NOVEMBER 8, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING STERILE SYSTEMS OF MEDTRONIC BIO-MEDICUS, INC., GRAND RAPIDS, KENT COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/ce/consent.html. Submit written comments to Kendra Spielberg, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 8, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Kendra Spielberg, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7084.

NOVEMBER 8, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING STI PLATING, A DIVISION OF STANHOPE TOOLS, INC., MADISON HEIGHTS, OAKLAND COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/ce/consent.html. Submit written comments to Rick Taszreak, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 8, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Rick Taszreak, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4826.

NOVEMBER 8, 2000
2:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING, PART 31, WATER RESOURCES, NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1994 PA 451, AS AMENDED. In compliance with the federal Clean Water Act, the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality is initiating a 2000-2002 triennial review of the Water Quality Standards (Part 4 rules). Beginning October 16, 2000, a 45-day public comment period began during which comments and suggestions for modifications to the rules are requested. Written comments may be submitted to Sylvia Heaton, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Surface Water Quality Division, P.O. Box 30273, Lansing, Michigan, 48909-7773. In addition, a public hearing to take oral and written comments will be held in the North Community Health Conference Room, 6th Floor, Lewis Cass Building, 320 South Walnut Street, Lansing. Public comment will be accepted until November 30, 2000. Copies of the existing rules may be obtained by contacting Laura Smith at 517-335-4184, or from the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/swq ("part4.doc"). Information Contact: Sylvia Heaton, Surface Water Quality Division, 517-373-1320, or E-mail at heatons@michigan.gov.

NOVEMBER 8, 2000
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC MEETING WITH THE GEOLOGICAL SURVEY DIVISION REGARDING SAND DUNE MINING. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Geological Survey Division (GSD), will hold a public meeting at the Mendel Center for Arts and Technology, Lake Michigan College Campus, Room F103, Benton Harbor, Michigan. The purpose of the meeting is to provide information on the permitting and regulation of Michigan's sand dune mining program. Attendees will be asked to register upon arrival. The meeting will allow for a question and answer period to receive public comment on issues relating to this program. Anyone wishing to speak at the meeting must sign a card upon arrival, and each person will have a maximum of five minutes to ask questions or make a statement. A map to the meeting location can be obtained from the GSD. Information Contacts: S. Paul Sundeen, Geological Survey Division, 517-334-6959; or Douglas Daniels, Geological Survey Division, 616-356-0273.

NOVEMBER 8, 2000
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON THE DRAFT HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT OPERATING LICENSE FOR THE PHARMACIA & UPJOHN COMPANY, KALAMAZOO, KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MICHIGAN, MID 000 820 381. The Waste Management Division is holding a public hearing at the Portage City Hall, 7900 South Westnedge, to receive comments on a draft hazardous waste management operating license for the continued operation of hazardous waste storage and incineration facilities located at 7171 Portage Road, Kalamazoo. Information Contact: Peter Quackenbush, Waste Management Division, 517-373-7397, or E-mail at quackenp@michigan.gov. Decision-maker: Jim Sygo, Waste Management Division Chief.

NOVEMBER 9, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS (SRN: A4174), GREENVILLE, MONTCALM COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of processes to manufacture refrigerators and freezers. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is William Topper, General Manager, 635 West Charles Street, Greenville, Michigan. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Teresa R. Walker, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Grand Rapids District Office, 350 Ottawa NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. If requested in writing by November 9, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Teresa R. Walker, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0240.

NOVEMBER 9, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING F. W. RITTER SONS COMPANY (SRN: K2695), SOUTH ROCKWOOD, MONROE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for manufacturing clay pots. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is Fred Ritter, 12670 Dixie Highway, South Rockwood, Michigan. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Brian Carley, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, 301 East Louis Glick Highway, Jackson, Michigan 49201. If requested in writing by November 9, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Brian Carley, Air Quality Division, 517-780-7843.

NOVEMBER 9, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING VISTEON CORPORATION, MILAN PLANT (SRN: B6113), MILAN, MONROE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for plastic parts manufacturing for the automotive and other industries. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is W. S. Cooper, 800 County Street, Milan, Michigan. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Brian Carley, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, 301 East Louis Glick Highway, Jackson, Michigan 49201. If requested in writing by November 9, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Brian Carley, Air Quality Division, 517-780-7843.

NOVEMBER 9, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING CONSUMERS ENERGY COMPANY, J. R. WHITING PLANT (SRN: B2846), ERIE, MONROE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of an electric generating facility. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible officials of the facility are John Gose, 4525 East Erie Road, Erie, Michigan, and John Dobbs, 2555 North Weadock Highway, Essexville, Michigan. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Brian Carley, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, 301 East Louis Glick Highway, Jackson, Michigan 49201. If requested in writing by November 9, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Brian Carley, Air Quality Division, 517-780-7843.

NOVEMBER 9, 2000

EXTENSION OF DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING THIERICA INCORPORATED (SRN: B3007), GRAND RAPIDS, KENT COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of stencil coating plastic automotive parts. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible officials at the facility are Tim Huffman, General Manager, Thierica Equipment Company, and Lou McGough, Thierica Electrical Controls, 900 Clancy Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to April Lewicki, Air Quality Division, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, 350 Ottawa NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. If requested in writing by November 9, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: April Lewicki, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0248.

NOVEMBER 9, 2000

EXTENSION OF DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING COMMONWEALTH INDUSTRIES, INC. (SRN: B3497), DETROIT, WAYNE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of equipment used in the heat treating and surface coating of small metal parts. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is Gerald Chantres, President, 5900 Commonwealth Avenue, Detroit, Michigan 48208. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to the Wayne County Department of Environment, Air Quality Management Division, 640 Temple Street, Suite 700, Detroit, Michigan 48201. If requested in writing by November 9, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Howard Murray, Wayne County Air Quality Management Division, 313-833-7030.

NOVEMBER 9, 2000

EXTENSION OF DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING WAYNE DISPOSAL-CANTON, INC., SAUK TRAIL HILLS DEVELOPMENT, INC. (SRN: N6009), CANTON, WAYNE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for equipment used in the operation of a landfill. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is Rick Brogan, Site Manager, 5011 South Lilley, Canton, Michigan 48188. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to the Wayne County Department of Environment, Air Quality Management Division, 640 Temple Street, Suite 700, Detroit, Michigan 48201. If requested in writing by November 9, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Howard Murray, Wayne County Air Quality Management Division, 313-833-7030.

NOVEMBER 9, 2000

EXTENSION OF DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING LACKS ENTERPRISES, INCORPORATED (SRN: N2079), KENTWOOD, KENT COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of an automotive manufacturing facility. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is Mike Holton, 4270 Airwest, Kentwood, Michigan 49512. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Teresa Kinder, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Grand Rapids District Office, State Office Building, 6th Floor, 350 Ottawa NW, Unit 10, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. If requested in writing by November 9, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Teresa Kinder, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0227.

NOVEMBER 9, 2000

EXTENSION OF DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING FOUR WINNS CRUISER DIVISION (SRN: N1328), CADILLAC, WEXFORD COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a fiberglass boat manufacturing facility. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is Rick Videan, 925 Frisbie Street, Cadillac, Michigan 49601. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Kurt Childs, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, 120 West Chapin, Cadillac, Michigan 49601. If requested in writing by November 9, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Kurt Childs, Air Quality Division, 231-775-3960, extension 6253.

NOVEMBER 9, 2000

EXTENSION OF DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING FOUR WINNS SPORT AND ENGINEERING DIVISION (SRN: N1470), CADILLAC, WEXFORD COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a fiberglass boat manufacturing facility. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is Rick Videan, 925 Frisbie Street, Cadillac, Michigan 49601. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Kurt Childs, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, 120 West Chapin, Cadillac, Michigan 49601. If requested in writing by November 9, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Kurt Childs, Air Quality Division, 231-775-3960, extension 6253.

NOVEMBER 9, 2000

EXTENSION OF DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING FOUR WINNS TRAILER DIVISION (SRN: N1772), CADILLAC, WEXFORD COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a boat trailer manufacturing facility. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is Rick Videan, 925 Frisbie Street, Cadillac, Michigan 49601. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Kurt Childs, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, 120 West Chapin, Cadillac, Michigan 49601. If requested in writing by November 9, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Kurt Childs, Air Quality Division, 231-775-3960, extension 6253.

NOVEMBER 9, 2000

EXTENSION OF DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING HENRY FORD HOSPITAL (SRN: K1271), DETROIT, WAYNE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of the medical waste incinerator, emergency generators, and boilers. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is Daniel Murakami, Manager, Plant Operations, 2799 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit, Michigan 48202. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to the Wayne County Department of Environment, Air Quality Management Division, 640 Temple Street, Suite 700, Detroit, Michigan 48201. If requested in writing by November 9, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Howard Murray, Wayne County Air Quality Management Division, 313-833-7030.

NOVEMBER 9, 2000

EXTENSION OF DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING NORTHERN OAKS RDF (SRN: N6010), HAYES TOWNSHIP, CLARE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a municipal solid waste landfill. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is Richard Leszcz, Site Manager, 513 North County Farm Road, Harrison, Michigan 48625. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Colby J. Cottick, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, 503 North Euclid Avenue, Bay City, Michigan 48706. If requested in writing by November 9, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Colby J. Cottick, Air Quality Division, 517-686-8025, extension 8253.

NOVEMBER 9, 2000

EXTENSION OF DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING PAULSTRA CRC CORP (SRN: E5094), GRAND RAPIDS, KENT COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for coating operations. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is Yves Huet, 460 Fuller NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Cal Peters, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Grand Rapids District Office, State Office Building, 350 Ottawa NW, Unit 10, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. If requested in writing by November 9, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Cal Peters, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0245.

NOVEMBER 9, 2000

EXTENSION OF DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING HART & COOLEY INCORPORATED (SRN: A5884), HOLLAND, OTTAWA COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a metal parts coating line. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official at the facility is Bob Chambless, 500 East Eighth Street, Holland, Michigan 49423. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to April Lewicki, Air Quality Division, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, 350 Ottawa NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. If requested in writing by November 9, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: April Lewicki, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0248.

NOVEMBER 9, 2000
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY B. STEVEN STANLEY, SOUTHFIELD, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Bloomfield Township Offices, 4200 Telegraph Road, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application No. 00-63-0328-P, submitted by B. Steven Stanley, 25300 Larkin Road, Southfield, Michigan, to place a 2-foot diameter culvert and 2,099 cubic yards of clean fill material into 892 square feet of wetland to provide a driveway crossing for a single-family home site. Information Contact: Todd Losee, Land and Water Management Division, 734-953-1461.

NOVEMBER 13, 2000
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC MEETING WITH THE GEOLOGICAL SURVEY DIVISION REGARDING SAND DUNE MINING. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Geological Survey Division, will hold a public meeting at the City of Norton Shores Library, 705 Seminole Road, Norton Shores, Michigan. The purpose of the meeting is to provide information on the permitting and regulation of Michigan's sand dune mining program. Attendees will be asked to register upon arrival. The meeting will allow for a question and answer period to receive public comment on issues relating to this program. Anyone wishing to speak at the meeting must sign a card upon arrival, and each person will have a maximum of five minutes to ask questions or make a statement. Information Contacts: S. Paul Sundeen, Geological Survey Division, 517-334-6959; or Douglas Daniels, Geological Survey Division, 616-356-0273.

NOVEMBER 21, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING HEMLOCK SEMICONDUCTOR CORPORATION (SRN: B2644), HEMLOCK, SAGINAW COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of polycrystalline silicon manufacturing processes and various auxiliary equipment. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is William Schock, Plant Manager, 12334 Geddes Road, Hemlock, Michigan 48626. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Jenny Stark, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Saginaw Bay District Office, 503 North Euclid Avenue, Bay City, Michigan 48706. If requested in writing by November 21, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Jenny Stark, Air Quality Division, 517-686-8025, extension 8254.

NOVEMBER 22, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING CARLETON FARMS LANDFILL, INC. (SRN: N5986), NEW BOSTON, WAYNE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for equipment used in the operation of a landfill. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible officials of the facility are Dan Magoun, Environmental Affairs Manager, Republic Services of Michigan, 741 Summitcrest Drive, Indianapolis, Indiana 46241, for Section 1; and Scott Salisbury, General Partner, Sumpter Energy Associates, 29261 Wall Street, Wixom, Michigan 48393, for Section 2. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Howard Murray, Wayne County Department of Environment, Air Quality Management Division, 640 Temple Street, Suite 700, Detroit, Michigan 48201. If requested, in writing by November 22, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Howard Murray, Wayne County Air Quality Management Division, 313-833-7030.

NOVEMBER 22, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION (SRN: a8638), DETROIT, WAYNE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of equipment used in the machining, assembly, and testing of diesel engines. The proposed permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is R. R. Allran, Executive Vice President of Operations, Detroit Diesel Corporation, 13400 Outer Drive West, Detroit, Michigan 48239-4001. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Howard Murray, Public Information Officer, Wayne County Department of Environment, Air Quality Management Division, 640 Temple Street, Suite 700, Detroit, Michigan 48201. If requested in writing by November 22, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Howard Murray, Wayne County Air Quality Management Division, 313-833-7030.

NOVEMBER 22, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING SEIBERT OXIDERMO, INC. (SRN: N0324), ROMULUS, WAYNE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of equipment used in the manufacturing of paint. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is Richard Godette, Operations Manager, 16255 Wahrman Road, Romulus, Michigan 48174. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Howard Murray, Wayne County Department of Environment, Air Quality Management Division, 640 Temple Street, Suite 700, Detroit, Michigan 48201. If requested in writing by November 22, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Howard Murray, Wayne County Air Quality Management Division, 313-833-7030.

NOVEMBER 27, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING YPSILANTI COMMUNITY UTILITIES AUTHORITY (SRN: B6237), YPSILANTI, WASHTENAW COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for a wastewater treatment operation. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is Larry Thomas, 2777 State Street, Ypsilanti, Michigan 48198. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Glen Erickson, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, 301 East Louis Glick Highway, Jackson, Michigan 49201. If requested in writing by November 27, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Glen Erickson, Air Quality Division, 517-780-7851.

NOVEMBER 27, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING FEDERAL CONSISTENCY REVIEW OF THE U.S. COAST GUARD'S GREAT LAKES ICEBREAKING FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT (EIS). The U.S. Coast Guard conducts icebreaking in support of commerce, search and rescue, flood control, and research and development in the Great Lakes. The Great Lakes Icebreaking Final Environmental Impact Statement summarizes icebreaking activities and evaluates the environmental consequences of continuing, or the alternative of halting, icebreaking. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality is in the process of reviewing this final EIS for consistency with Michigan's Coastal Management Program. Written comments are welcome and should be postmarked or submitted by November 27, 2000, to Christy Fox, Michigan Coastal Management Program, Land and Water Management Division, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 30458, Lansing, Michigan 48909. Information Contact: Christy Fox, Land and Water Management Division, 517-335-3452.

NOVEMBER 30, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT, PART 31, WATER RESOURCES, NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1994 PA 451, AS AMENDED. In compliance with the federal Clean Water Act, the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality is initiating a 2000-2002 triennial review of the Water Quality Standards (Part 4 rules). Beginning October 16, 2000, a 45-day public comment period began during which comments and suggestions for modifications to the rules are requested. Written comments may be submitted to Sylvia Heaton, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Surface Water Quality Division, P.O. Box 30273, Lansing, Michigan, 48909-7773. Public comment will be accepted until November 30, 2000. Copies of the existing rules may be obtained by contacting Laura Smith at 517-335-4184, or from the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/swq ("part4.doc"). Information Contact: Sylvia Heaton, Surface Water Quality Division, 517-373-1320, or E-mail at heatons@michigan.gov.

DECEMBER 5, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING ROCK-TENN COMPANY (SRN: A0025), OTSEGO, ALLEGAN COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a paper machine, two boilers, and several cold cleaners. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is Phillip Farmer, General Manager, Rock-Tenn Company, 431 Helen Avenue, Otsego, Michigan 49078. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Dorothy Bohn, Air Quality Division, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, 621 North 10th Street, Plainwell, Michigan 49080. If requested in writing by December 5, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Dorothy Bohn, Air Quality Division, 616-685-0028.

DECEMBER 6, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING CMS GENERATION MICHIGAN POWER L.L.C. (SRN: N6731), COMSTOCK, KALAMAZOO COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a natural gas-fired combustion turbine as a peaking station. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is Thomas Elward, Vice President of Operations, 330 Town Centre Drive, Fairlane Plaza South, Dearborn, Michigan 48126. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Joe Pettit, Air Quality Division, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Plainwell District Office, 621 North 10th Street, Plainwell, Michigan 49080. If requested in writing by December 6, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Joe Pettit, Air Quality Division, 616-685-0063.

DECEMBER 6, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING DETROIT EDISON COMPANY, COLFAX PEAKER GENERATOR UNITS (SRN: B2795), FOWLERVILLE, LIVINGSTON COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of diesel generators for production of electricity. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is David Spiers, Manager, ESO, Detroit Edison Company, 2000 Second Avenue, 425 G.O., Detroit, Michigan 48226-1279. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Ken Damrel, Air Quality Division, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, 10650 Bennett Drive, Morrice, Michigan 48857. If requested in writing by December 6, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Ken Damrel, Air Quality Division, 517-625-4663.

DECEMBER 6, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING KCS MICHIGAN RESOURCES, INC. (SRN: B5585), EXCELSIOR TOWNSHIP, KALKASKA COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a sour gas sweetening facility. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is Patrick Hejl, 1000 South Garfield Avenue, Suite 1, Traverse City, Michigan 49686-3434. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Gloria Torello, Air Quality Division, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Gaylord Field Office, P.O. Box 1830, Gaylord, Michigan 49735. If requested in writing by December 6, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Gloria Torello, Air Quality Division, 517-705-3410.

DECEMBER 6, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING KURDZIEL IRON OF ROTHBURY, INCORPORATED (SRN: B1961), ROTHBURY, OCEANA COUNTY , for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a grey iron foundry. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is Kirk Dow, Director of Counterweight Operations, 2625 Winston Road, Rothbury, Michigan 49452. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Eric Grinstern, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Grand Rapids District Office, State Office Building, 6th Floor, 350 Ottawa Avenue NW, Unit #10, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503-2341. If requested in writing by December 6, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Eric Grinstern, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0266.

DECEMBER 6, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING AMBAR CHEMICAL, INC., MANISTEE, MANISTEE COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/enforcement/consent.html. Submit written comments to Kim Armbruster, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by December 6, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Kim Armbruster, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4852.

DECEMBER 6, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING CARGILL INCORPORATED, ST. CLAIR, ST. CLAIR COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/enforcement/consent.html. Submit written comments by December 6, 2000, to Tom Shanley, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by December 6, 2000, a public hearing will be held on December 8, 2000 (see December 8 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: Tom Shanley, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7056.

DECEMBER 6, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING ELECTRO-PLATING SERVICE, INC., MADISON HEIGHTS, OAKLAND COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/enforcement/consent.html. Submit written comments to Rick Taszreak, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by December 6, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Rick Taszreak, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4826.

DECEMBER 6, 2000

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING GENERAL MOTORS POWERTRAIN, SAGINAW METAL CASTING OPERATIONS, SAGINAW, SAGINAW COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/enforcement/consent.html. Submit written comments by December 6, 2000, to Tom Andrzejewski, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by December 6, 2000, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Tom Andrzejewski, Air Quality Division, 517-373-0134.

DECEMBER 6, 2000
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY ZAHER INVESTMENT GROUP, DAVISON, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Davison Township Hall, 1280 North Irish Road, Davison, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application No. 00-25-0087, submitted by Zaher Investment Group, P.O. Box 434, Davison, Michigan, to place fill into a wetland for road construction and site landscaping and to use a wetland for treatment of storm water for the newly proposed Rivershyre Subdivision #4 and #5. Information Contact: Dave Pingel, Land and Water Management Division, 517-625-4694.

DECEMBER 8, 2000
10:00 a.m.

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING CARGILL INCORPORATED, ST. CLAIR, ST. CLAIR COUNTY, proposed consent order which will administratively resolve alleged air pollution control violations. If a request is received in writing by December 6, 2000, a public hearing will be held in the Hollister Building, 4th Floor, AQD Conference Room, 106 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. Information Contact: Tom Shanley, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7056.

Permitting Division Contacts

PART II:

ENVIRONMENTAL CONFERENCES, WORKSHOPS AND TRAINING PROGRAMS

Conferences, Workshops and Training

NOVEMBER 8, 2000

SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS PRACTICES: IMPROVING COMPETITIVENESS IN THE GLOBAL MARKETPLACE, STEELCASE CORPORATION, ARENA STATION MEETING FACILITY, GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN. This 6th annual conference on sustainability is presented by the Small Business Association of Michigan, West Michigan Environmental Action Council, and West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum, and co-sponsored by the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality's Environmental Assistance Division. The conference will showcase best sustainability practices, effective supplier development strategies, and resources to help businesses drive sustainable business practices into their core operations. Cost: $50 pre-registration/$75 same-day registration. Registration Contact: Jenny Allen, West Michigan Environmental Action Council, 616-451-3051.

NOVEMBER 8, 2000

WASTEWATER CERTIFICATION EXAMS (INDUSTRIAL). Locations: Houghton Lake, Kalamazoo, Marquette, and Romulus. Application deadline: October 10, 2000. Information Contact: Jan Morris, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-373-4755.

NOVEMBER 8, 2000
7:30 p.m.

"THE JACKSON PIPELINE SPILL & STATE OF MICHIGAN EMERGENCY DECLARATION: WHAT HAPPENED THEN AND WHAT'S HAPPENED SINCE," EAST LANSING, INGHAM COUNTY. The Michigan Association of Environmental Professionals hosts its annual meeting and election of MAEP board members with a special presentation on the underground pipeline rupture/71,000 gallon gasoline spill that occurred in Jackson County on June 7, 2000. Key speakers will be MDEQ's Jackson District Supervisor Gary Klepper and ExxonMobil Pipeline's Senior Regulatory Analyst Wes Crawford presenting technical and logistical details about the case. Particular observations will be shared as to the challenges posed by the incident and the effectiveness of the various mitigation actions that were undertaken. Both presenters have been involved with the pipeline spill from the initial detection and reporting of the release through the current stage of identifying final remedial actions. The 7:30-9:00 p.m. Jackson Pipeline Spill presentation will be preceded by registration/election of MAEP Board from 6:00-6:30 p.m. and a dinner from 6:30-7:30 p.m.; the meeting concludes with MAEP's annual meeting at 9:00 p.m. Cost is $30 for MAEP members, $60 for non-MAEP members. The meeting will be held at Signatures American Grill, 5900 Park Lake Road, East Lansing. Registration Information Contact: Lynn Kohon, MAEP, 517-349-1970.

NOVEMBER 9, 2000

8TH ANNUAL GREAT LAKES REGION WASTE REDUCTION AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY WORKSHOP, BURTON MANOR, LIVONIA, MICHIGAN. For the eighth year, the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality's Environmental Assistance Division, in cooperation with nearly 30 organizations, is planning this major event to support business and community waste reduction efforts in the Great Lakes region. Russell Perry, AIA and Managing Director of William McDonough + Partners, will begin the day with a keynote presentation. The remainder of the agenda packs information into five tracks to maximize the chances of selecting sessions most critical to attendee's interests. The five tracks include automotive, manufacturing, environmental management systems, energy efficiency, and resources to assist in waste reduction efforts. An area will be available during breaks and for half an hour after lunch where trade organizations, utilities, educational institutions, government, and nonprofit organizations will have displays and be available to answer questions. Cost: $50 includes continental breakfast, lunch, entrance into displays, and workshop materials. Registration Contact: DEQ Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or E-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov.

DECEMBER 5-7, 2000

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM SHORT COURSE, BAY DE NOC COMMUNITY COLLEGE, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality's Environmental Assistance and Drinking Water and Radiological Protection Divisions present this three-day course. The course is being offered to allow water utility personnel an opportunity to acquire basic information in subjects important to distribution systems. Course topics include water mains, bacti sampling and analysis, pipeline appurtenances, safety, distribution system rules, tapping, service lines and meters, cross connections, system operation, maintenance and special problems, pumps, motors, well houses, and chlorination. Students satisfactorily completing the course may be awarded up to 25 hours of MDEQ advisory board-approved continuing education credits. Students meeting the course attendance requirement but failing or not taking the course-ending quiz may be awarded 20 hours. Cost: $50 which includes lunch and breaks only. Registration Contact: Koren Carpenter, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-241-7157.

JANUARY 2001

SARA TITLE III WORKSHOP 2001 - EMERGENCY PLANNING & COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW ACT. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality's (DEQ) Environmental Assistance Division, Michigan State Police, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency present this workshop on Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA Title III), also known as the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act. DEQ presenters provide a detailed understanding of the Tier Two hazardous chemical inventory report and information on how to file Tier Two reports electronically. In addition, Michigan State Police and local emergency management personnel teach how to better plan for an emergency at a facility and when to notify appropriate agencies of a chemical release. Attendees will learn about the Environmental Protection Agency's compliance initiatives and enforcement activities, as well as Michigan's newly reactivated "Annual Wastewater Report" which potentially affects thousands of facilities in Michigan. The workshop is recommended for those who have substances in their facilities for which they are required to prepare Material Safety Data Sheets under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) of 1970. Cost: $50 which includes continental breakfast, lunch, and workshop materials. Registration Contact: DEQ Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or E-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov.

Date - Location

  • 1/23/01 - Fetzer Center, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Michigan
  • 1/25/01 - Holiday Inn Gateway Centre, Flint, Michigan

JANUARY 2001

BASIC CHEMISTRY - TWELVE WEEK COURSE. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality's Environmental Assistance Division presents a Basic Chemistry course. This course is for water and wastewater personnel and others interested in refreshing their knowledge of basic chemistry as it relates to employment. The course content includes: atoms and elements, chemical bonding and compounds, solutions, acids and bases, chlorination, alkalinity, coagulation and flocculation, water softening, and more. The course of study will begin in January 2001 and run for twelve weeks, meeting once a week for 2.5 hours. Individuals in the water field may be awarded up to 3.8 CEC's (38 training hours) for successfully completing the course. Individuals in the wastewater field may be awarded 2.0 semester hour equivalents toward Class A or B certification. Upon completion, the student will receive a course certificate. NOTE: A good knowledge of basic mathematics is recommended for students desiring to take this course. The cost of the course is expected to be $135 depending on the location and number of participants. This fee includes all tuition and a course textbook. The locations for the course are listed below. Registration Contact: Koren Carpenter, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-241-7157.

Blissfield, Detroit, East Lansing

Escanaba, Flint, Grand Rapids

Kalamazoo, Milan, Muskegon

Niles, Port Huron, Saginaw

The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) will not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, color, marital status, disability, or political beliefs. Questions or concerns should be directed to the MDEQ Office of Personnel Services, PO Box 30473, Lansing, MI 48909.

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