DEQ Calendar - May 7, 2001

Calendar

MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
PO BOX 30473
LANSING MI 48909-7973

MAY 7, 2001

Ruth N. Hartwig
Editor
800-662-9278
E-mail: hartwigr@michigan.gov

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CONTENTS	PART I: ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES, PERMITTING, AND RELATED REGULATIONS Permit Decisions Before the Office of the Director Other Decisions Before the Office of the Director Administrative Rules Promulgation Public Hearings and Meetings Permitting Division Contacts 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

CONTINENTAL ALUMINUM, INC., NEW HUDSON, OAKLAND COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed draft permit and consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the draft consent order, draft permit, and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/enforcement/consent.html. Submit written comments on the proposed consent order by June 6, 2001, to Ron Pollom, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. Submit written comments on the proposed permit by June 6, 2001, to Lynn Fiedler, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. A public hearing will be held on June 6, 2001 (see June 6 listing in this calendar). Information contact regarding the proposed consent order: Ron Pollom, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4624. Information contact regarding the proposed draft permit: Dave Riddle, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7081. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

Other Decisions Before the Office of the Director

AIR QUALITY DIVISION	GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION, SERVICE PARTS OPERATION, FLINT, GENESEE 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 May 9, 2001, to Jeff Studenka, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by May 9, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Jeff Studenka, Air Quality Division, 517-241-7622. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake*, Air Quality Division Chief.
AIR QUALITY DIVISION	KALIN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., SODUS, BERRIEN 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 May 9, 2001, to Tom Andrzejewski, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by May 9, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Tom Andrzejewski, Air Quality Division, 517-373-0134. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake*, Air Quality Division Chief.
AIR QUALITY DIVISION	SPECIALTY CASTINGS, INC., SPRINGPORT, JACKSON 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 May 9, 2001, to Ron Pollom, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by May 9, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Ron Pollom, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4624. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake*, Air Quality Division Chief.
AIR QUALITY DIVISION	VINCENT’S PAINTING SERVICE, TEKONSHA, CALHOUN 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 May 9, 2001, to Tom Andrzejewski, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by May 9, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Tom Andrzejewski, Air Quality Division, 517-373-0134. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake*, Air Quality Division Chief.
AIR QUALITY DIVISION	WATERLAND TRUCKING SERVICE, INC., WIXOM, 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 May 9, 2001, to Kimberly Nault, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by May 9, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Kimberly Nault, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7035. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake*, Air Quality Division Chief.
AIR QUALITY DIVISION	WOLVERINE PAVING INC., MIDDLEVILLE, BARRY 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 May 9, 2001, to Kendra Spielberg, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by May 9, 2001, 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	LOWE’S COMPANIES, INC./F. H. MARTIN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, WESTLAND, WAYNE COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on proposed consent orders which will administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations of the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for asbestos. Copies of the proposed consent order and the Staff Activity Report may be obtained by writing or calling the information contact. Written comments are to be submitted by May 15, 2001, to Howard Murray, Wayne County Department of Environment, Air Quality Management Division, 640 Temple, Suite 700, Detroit, Michigan 48201-2558. If requested in writing by May 15, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Howard Murray, Wayne County Air Quality Management Division, 313-833-7030. Decision-maker: Wendy Barrott*, Director, Air Quality Management Division.
AIR QUALITY DIVISION	AMERICAN SEATING COMPANY, 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/enforcement/consent.html. Submit written comments by May 23, 2001, to Kendra Spielberg, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by May 23, 2001, 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	GRAND HAVEN PLASTICS, GRAND HAVEN, OTTAWA 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 May 23, 2001, to Kendra Spielberg, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by May 23, 2001, 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	MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY, EAST LANSING, INGHAM 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 May 23, 2001, to Jeffrey Studenka, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. A public hearing will be held on May 24, 2001 (see May 24 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: *Jeffrey Studenka, Air Quality Division, 517-241-7622. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake*, Air Quality Division Chief.
AIR QUALITY DIVISION	PARKER EXCAVATING, GRAVEL AND RECYCLE, INC., COMSTOCK PARK, 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/enforcement/consent.html. Submit written comments by May 23, 2001, to Kim Armbruster, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by May 23, 2001, 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	PAYNE & DOLAN, INCORPORATED, GREENBUSH, ALCONA COUNTY, AND OTHER LOCATIONS. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations from a portable asphalt plant at various locations in Michigan. 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 May 23, 2001, to Tom Shanley, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by May 23, 2001, 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	QUANTUM COMPOSITES, INC., MONITOR TOWNSHIP, BAY 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 May 23, 2001, to Tom Shanley, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by May 23, 2001, 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	WALBRIDGE ALDINGER COMPANY, DETROIT, WAYNE COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order which will administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations of the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for asbestos. Copies of the proposed consent order and the Staff Activity Report may be obtained by writing or calling the information contact. Written comments are to be submitted by May 23, 2001, to Howard Murray, Wayne County Department of Environment, Air Quality Management Division, 640 Temple, Suite 700, Detroit, Michigan 48201-2558. If requested in writing by May 23, 2001 a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Howard Murray, Wayne County Air Quality Management Division, 313-833-7030. Decision-maker: Wendy Barrott*, Wayne County Air Quality Management Division Director.
AIR QUALITY DIVISION	PAW PAW PLATING, INC., PAW PAW, VAN BUREN 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 June 6, 2001, to Tom Andrzejewski, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by June 6, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Tom Andrzejewski, Air Quality Division, 517-373-0134. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake*, Air Quality Division Chief.
AIR QUALITY DIVISION	THUMB ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, UBLY, HURON 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 June 6, 2001, to Tom Shanley, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by June 6, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Tom Shanley, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7056. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake*, Air Quality Division Chief.
LAND AND WATER MANAGEMENT DIVISION	BAY CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS, BAY COUNTY, REQUEST FOR A MODIFICATION TO A CONSERVATION EASEMENT HELD BY THE DEQ. The proposed modification of the conservation easement would allow the Bay City Public Schools to apply for a permit within the easement area to construct a nature trail and viewing platform for students to access the property and learn about wetlands. Modification of the conservation easement would correct an oversight intended as part of the original easement. Submit written comments to Colleen O’Keefe, Land and Water Management Division, P.O. Box 30458, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7958 by May 29, 2001. Information Contact: *Colleen O’Keefe, Land and Water Management Division, 517-373-8813. Decision-maker: DEQ Director*.
LAND AND WATER MANAGEMENT DIVISION	REQUEST FOR A MODIFICATION TO A CONSERVATION EASEMENT HELD BY THE DEQ, MIDLAND COUNTY. Messrs. Ben Lerner, Richard T. Miller, Lawrence J. Snyder, and Leonard Pershin are holders of an interest on lots located in the Stone Ridge Subdivision, Midland County. The interest holders request a modification to a conservation easement held by the DEQ, which would impact a total of 0.62 acres of regulated wetland contained on four separate sites on the property. In exchange for the modification, 1.56 acres of wetland would be created in three separate sites on the property. Submit written comments to Colleen O’Keefe, Land and Water Management Division, P.O. Box 30458, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7958 by May 29, 2001. Information Contact: *Colleen O’Keefe, Land and Water Management Division, 517-373-8813. Decision-maker: DEQ Director*.
WASTE MANAGEMENT DIVISION	BAY COUNTY SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN. Consideration of Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) approval of the locally approved five-year update to the Bay County Solid Waste Management Plan (Plan). The DEQ initiated this round of updates on June 13, 1997, and Bay County submitted this locally approved Plan on April 2, 2001. Information Contact: *Lynn Dumroese, Waste Management Division, 517-373-4738, or E-mail at dumroesl@michigan.gov. Decision-maker: DEQ Director*.
WASTE MANAGEMENT DIVISION	TOP RANK DISPOSAL, INC. – PROPOSED SOLID WASTE TRANSFER STATION, 15890 BELLS BAY ROAD, CHARLEVOIX, MICHIGAN 49720. On April 10, 2001, the Waste Management Division (WMD) received a Part 115 Solid Waste construction permit application from Top Rank Disposal, Inc., for a proposed Type A transfer station. The transfer station’s design incorporates receiving solid waste from hand-unloaded vehicles and compactor trucks. If significant public comment is received on the proposed transfer station, the WMD will schedule a public hearing to take additional comments on the proposal. The WMD has until August 8, 2001, to make a final decision on the construction permit application. Information Contact: *John Ozoga, Waste Management Division, 989-705-3403, or E-mail at ozogaj@michigan.gov. Decision-maker: Joan Peck*, Chief, Solid Waste Program Section, Waste Management Division.

Administrative Rules Promulgation

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

PART 55, AIR POLLUTION CONTROL, NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1994 PA 451, AS AMENDED. The Air Quality Division will be holding a public hearing on May 16, 2001 (see May 16 listing in this calendar) on the proposed rescission of R 336.1913 and R 336.1914 (ORR No. 2001-001EQ). The proposed rescission of the start-up, shutdown, and malfunction rules will address interim approval issues regarding Michigan’s Renewable Operating Permit Program raised by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as necessary to gain full program approval and state delegation. The proposed rules can be viewed on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/rules/rules.html. Copies of the proposed rules may also be obtained by contacting the Air Quality Division, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, 106 West Allegan Street, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7760. Written comments will be accepted until 5:00 p.m., May 16, 2001, and should be mailed to the address above. Information Contact: Jerald Trautman, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4855, or E-mail at trautmaj@michigan.gov. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

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 leasta week in advance to request mobility, visual, hearing, or other assistance.

MAY 8, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING GLAS MASTERS, INC., (SRN: B6443), WHITE PIGEON, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a fiberglass lay-up shop. 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 stationary source. The responsible official of the stationary source is Larry Catanzarite, Owner, 13669 U.S. 12, White Pigeon, Michigan 49099. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted by May 8, 2001, to Kirsten S. Clemens, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, 7953 Adobe Road, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49009. If requested in writing by May 8, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Kirsten S. Clemens*, Air Quality Division, 616-567-3548.
MAY 8, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING INTERNATIONAL PAPER COMPANY AND SPECIALTY MINERALS (MICHIGAN) INC.-QUINNESEC MILL (SRN: B7192), NORWAY, DICKINSON COUNTY, for the proposed approval of Renewable Operating Permit No. 199600345 for the operation of the Quinnesec Paper Mill and associated Precipitated Calcium Carbonate processes. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the mill. The responsible officials of the facility are Steven Hadden, Mill Manager, International Paper Corporation, P.O. Box 191, Norway, Michigan 49870-0191; and James Brownhill, Director of Operations, Specialty Minerals (Michigan) Inc., P.O. Box 1047, Iron Mountain, Michigan 49801. Comments on the proposed permit are to be submitted to Malcolm Mead-O’Brien, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, 1990 US-41 South, Marquette, Michigan 49855. If requested in writing by May 8, 2001, a public hearing will be held on May 15, 2001 (see May 15 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: *Malcolm Mead-O’Brien*, Air Quality Division, 906-228-6568.
MAY 8, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING TILDEN MINING COMPANY L.L.C. (SRN: B4885), ISHPEMING, MARQUETTE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of Renewable Operating Permit #199600379 for the operation of the company’s Ishpeming 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 Michael Mlinar, General Manager, P.O. Box 2000, Ishpeming, Michigan 49849. Comments on the proposed permit are to be submitted to Thomas Maki, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, 1990 US-41 South, Marquette, Michigan 49855. If requested in writing by May 8, 2001, a public hearing will be held on May 17, 2001 (see May 17 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: *Thomas Maki*, Air Quality Division, 906-228-6568.
MAY 9, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION, SERVICE PARTS OPERATION, FLINT, GENESEE 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 May 9, 2001, to Jeff Studenka, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by May 9, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Jeff Studenka*, Air Quality Division, 517-241-7622.
MAY 9, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING KALIN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., SODUS, BERRIEN 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 May 9, 2001, to Tom Andrzejewski, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by May 9, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Tom Andrzejewski*, Air Quality Division, 517-373-0134.
MAY 9, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING LANSING BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT, ECKERT AND MOORES PARK STATION (SRN: B2647), LANSING, INGHAM COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a coal-fired municipal electric and steam 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 stationary source. The responsible official of the stationary source is Nicholas Burwell, Environmental Services Manager, 123 West Ottawa Street, P.O. Box 13007, Lansing, Michigan 48901-3007. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Brian Culham, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, 10650 Bennett Road, Morrice, Michigan 48857. If requested in writing by May 9, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Brian Culham*, Air Quality Division, 517-625-4669.
MAY 9, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING SPECIALTY CASTINGS, INC., SPRINGPORT, JACKSON 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 May 9, 2001, to Ron Pollom, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by May 9, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Ron Pollom*, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4624.
MAY 9, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING VINCENT’S PAINTING SERVICE, TEKONSHA, CALHOUN 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 May 9, 2001, to Tom Andrzejewski, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by May 9, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Tom Andrzejewski*, Air Quality Division, 517-373-0134.
MAY 9, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING WATERLAND TRUCKING SERVICE, INC., WIXOM, 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 May 9, 2001, to Kimberly Nault, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by May 9, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Kimberly Nault*, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7035.
MAY 9, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING WOLVERINE PAVING INC., MIDDLEVILLE, BARRY 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 May 9, 2001, to Kendra Spielberg, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by May 9, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Kendra Spielberg*, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7084.
MAY 9, 2001	NOTICE OF PENDING 401 CERTIFICATION ACTION. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality is proposing to issue a Section 401 Water Quality Certification (Certification) to the city of Hart for the Hart Hydroelectric Project located on the Pentwater River in Oceana County. This Certification contains operating, monitoring, and reporting requirements necessary to meet water quality standards and is a prerequisite to obtaining a license from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Copies of the draft Certification are available upon request. Issuance of the Certification will not occur prior to May 9, 2001. Information Contact: *John Suppnick*, Surface Water Quality Division, 517-335-4192, or E-mail at suppnicj@michigan.gov.
MAY 10, 2001	DRAFT COLDWATER RIVER BIOTA TOTAL MAXIMUM DAILY LOAD (TMDL). The Surface Water Quality Division is announcing the availability of the Coldwater River Biota TMDL for comment. This waterbody was included in Michigan’s Year 2000 Section 303(d) report as a threatened waterbody due to reduced biological community, as affected by elevated sedimentation. The biota TMDL is established to better meet Water Quality Standards by reducing controllable solids loadings through the implementation of best management practices. Comments on the TMDL may be submitted to John Wuycheck, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Surface Water Quality Division, P.O. Box 30273, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7773, by May 10, 2001. Copies of the draft report and list are available through Laura Smith at 517-335-4184 or smithla3@michigan.gov or on the MDEQ Web Site www.deq.state.mi.us/swq/gleas/gleas.htm. Information Contact: *John Wuycheck*, Surface Water Quality Division, 517-335-4195, or E-mail at wuychecj@michigan.gov.
MAY 11, 2001 7:00 p.m.	PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY THE NORTH FOREST PROPERTIES, INC., HARRISON, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Hamilton Township Hall, 8996 East Townline Road, Harrison, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 00-18-0088-P, submitted by North Forest Properties, Inc., P.O. Box 958, Harrison, Michigan, to place fill within a wetland area for the construction of a roadway and buildings as part of the newly proposed Mallard Pointe condominium project. The project is in Hamilton Township, Clare County, Michigan. Information Contact: *Dan Morgan*, Land and Water Management Division, 989-686-8025, extension 8360.
MAY 15, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING LOWE’S COMPANIES, INC./F. H. MARTIN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, WESTLAND, WAYNE COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on proposed consent orders which will administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations of the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for asbestos. Copies of the proposed consent order and the Staff Activity Report may be obtained by writing or calling the information contact. Written comments are to be submitted to Howard Murray, Wayne County Department of Environment, Air Quality Management Division, 640 Temple, Suite 700, Detroit, Michigan 48201-2558. If requested in writing by May 15, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Howard Murray*, Wayne County Air Quality Management Division, 313-833-7030.
MAY 15, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING ISSUANCE OF GENERAL PERMIT TO AUTHORIZE CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE OF TEMPORARY WALKWAYS ON EXPOSED GREAT LAKES BOTTOMLANDS. The Land and Water Management Division (LWMD) of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) proposes to issue a general permit under the authority of Part 303, Wetlands Protection; and Part 325, Great Lakes Submerged Lands; Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended, to authorize the construction and maintenance of temporary access walkways across beach swales with standing water on exposed Great Lakes bottomlands. The applicability of this general permit shall be limited to activities that are of the type that meet the criteria established in this general permit. In order to constitute a valid authorization to construct and maintain a path, this general permit must be complemented by a "certificate of coverage" issued by the MDEQ. Written comments on the draft permit should be submitted to Hal Harrington, Great Lakes Shorelands Section, Land and Water Management Division, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 30458, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7958 by May 15, 2001. Written comments received by May 15, 2001, will be considered in the final decision on whether to issue the permit. If submitted comments indicate significant public interest in this permit, or if useful information may be produced, the MDEQ, at its discretion, may hold a public hearing on this permit. Any person may request that the MDEQ hold a public hearing. The request should include specific reasons for holding a hearing and must be submitted in writing to the above address. If a public hearing is held, public notice of the hearing will be provided at least 30 days in advance. The MDEQ will consider comments made at the hearing when making its final determination on this permit. Copies of the public notice and draft permit are available at www.deq.state.mi.us/lwm, under "Newer Items of Interest," or may be obtained at the LWMD's Lansing Office, 116 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7958, 517-373-1170. Information Contact: *Hal Harrington,* Land and Water Management Division, 517-373-4608, or E-mail at harringh@michigan.gov.
MAY 15, 2001 10:00 a.m. EST	TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING INTERNATIONAL PAPER COMPANY-QUINNESEC MILL AND SPECIALTY MINERALS (MICHIGAN) INC. (SRN: B7192), NORWAY, DICKINSON COUNTY, for the proposed approval of Renewable Operating Permit No.199600345 for the operation of the Quinnesec Paper Mill and associated Precipitated Calcium Carbonate processes. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the mill. If requested in writing by May 8, 2001, a public hearing will be held at the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, 1990 US-41 South, Marquette, Michigan. Information Contact: *Malcolm Mead-O’Brien*, Air Quality Division, 906-228-6568.
MAY 16, 2001 10:00 a.m.	PART 55, AIR POLLUTION CONTROL, NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1994 PA 451, AS AMENDED. The Air Quality Division will be holding a public hearing on May 16, 2001, on the proposed rescission of R 336.1913 and R 336.1914 (ORR No. 2001-001EQ). The proposed rescission of the start-up, shutdown, and malfunction rules will address interim approval issues regarding Michigan’s Renewable Operating Permit Program raised by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as necessary to gain full program approval and state delegation. The public hearing will be held in the AQD Conference Room, Hollister Building, 4^th floor, 106 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. The proposed rules can be viewed on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/rules/rules.html. Copies of the proposed rules may also be obtained by contacting the Air Quality Division, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, 106 West Allegan Street, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7760. Written comments will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on May 16, 2001, and should be mailed to the address above. Information Contact: *Jerald Trautman*, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4855, or E-mail at trautmaj@michigan.gov.
MAY 16, 2001 7:00 p.m.	PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY ROGER AND JEAN MULDAVIN, ARCADIA, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Arcadia Township Hall, 3422 Lake Street, Arcadia, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 00-51-0051-P, submitted by Roger and Jean Muldavin, 4767 Frederick Road, Arcadia, Michigan, to receive authority for the previous placement of three moorings and the proposed placement of an additional seven moorings at an existing marina facility on Arcadia Lake. Information Contact: *Eric Hudy*, Land and Water Management Division, 231-775-3960, extension 6364.
MAY 17, 2001 10:00 a.m.	TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING TILDEN MINING COMPANY L.L.C. (SRN: B4885), ISHPEMING, MARQUETTE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of Renewable Operating Permit #199600379 for the operation of the company’s Ishpeming facility. If requested in writing by May 8, 2001, a public hearing will be held at the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, 1990 US-41 South, Marquette, Michigan. Information Contact: *Thomas Maki*, Air Quality Division, 906-228-6568.
MAY 21, 2001 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.	PUBLIC MEETING WITH THE DEQ DIRECTOR AND DEPARTMENT MANAGEMENT. A public meeting will be held at the Little Bear East Community Center, 275 Marquette Street, St. Ignace. Two sessions will be conducted. The first session (4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.) will be an informal format for the public to speak with DEQ management individually on specific issues and concerns. The second session (6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.) will consist of a question and answer format to receive public comment on general environmental issues. Anyone wishing to speak at the formal session must sign a card upon arrival. Each person will have a maximum of five minutes to ask questions or make a statement, though additional time will be allotted once everyone has had a chance to speak. Information Contact: *Ken Silfven*, Press Secretary, 517-241-7397.
MAY 22, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING AMERICARB, INC., D.B.A. IMERYS PIGMENTS AND ADDITIVES GROUP (SRN: N6475), MUSKEGON, MUSKEGON COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a precipitated calcium carbonate (PCC) production 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 stationary source. The responsible official of the stationary source is Dale Calendine, Plant Manager, 2400 Lakeshore Drive, Muskegon, Michigan 49443. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Stephen J. Lachance, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, State Building – Unit 10, 350 Ottawa N.W., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503-2341. If requested in writing by May 22, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Stephen J. Lachance*, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0239.
MAY 22, 2001 7:00 p.m.	PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY the Eaton County Drain Commission, Charlotte, Michigan. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Holiday Inn West Lansing Conference Center, Regency Ball Room, 7501 West Saginaw Highway, Lansing, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 01-23-0003-P, submitted by the Eaton County Drain Commission, 1045 Independence Boulevard, Charlotte, Michigan, to manage discharges and stormwater runoff from Delta and Windsor Townships, Eaton County, and to protect and reestablish natural resources within the Carrier Creek Drain Watershed. The proposed project would impact existing wetland and floodplain areas in the watershed. To mitigate the impact, the proposal includes creation/enhancement of 35.12 acres of wetland and additional floodplain creation/restoration. Information Contact: *Dave Pingel*, Land and Water Management Division, 517-625-4694.
MAY 23, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING AMERICAN SEATING COMPANY, 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/enforcement/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 May 23, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Kendra Spielberg*, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7084.
MAY 23, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING GRAND HAVEN PLASTICS, GRAND HAVEN, OTTAWA 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 Kendra Spielberg, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by May 23, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Kendra Spielberg*, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7084.
MAY 23, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY, EAST LANSING, INGHAM 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 Jeffrey Studenka, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. A public hearing will be held on May 24, 2001 (see May 24 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: *Jeffrey Studenka*, Air Quality Division, 517-241-7622.
MAY 23, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING PARKER EXCAVATING, GRAVEL AND RECYCLE, INC., COMSTOCK PARK, 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/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 May 23, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Kim Armbruster*, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4852.
MAY 23, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING PAYNE & DOLAN, INCORPORATED, GREENBUSH, ALCONA COUNTY, AND OTHER LOCATIONS. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations from a portable asphalt plant at various locations in Michigan. 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 Tom Shanley, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by May 23, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Tom Shanley*, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7056.
MAY 23, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING QUANTUM COMPOSITES, INC., MONITOR TOWNSHIP, BAY 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 Tom Shanley, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by May 23, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Tom Shanley*, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7056.
MAY 23, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING WALBRIDGE ALDINGER COMPANY, DETROIT, WAYNE COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order which will administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations of the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for asbestos. Copies of the proposed consent order and the Staff Activity Report may be obtained by writing or calling the information contact. Written comments are to be submitted to Howard Murray, Wayne County Department of Environment, Air Quality Management Division, 640 Temple, Suite 700, Detroit, Michigan 48201-2558. If requested in writing by May 23, 2001 a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Howard Murray*, Wayne County Air Quality Management Division, 313-833-7030.
MAY 24, 2001 1:00 p.m.	PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY, EAST LANSING, INGHAM COUNTY. Proposed consent order which will administratively resolve alleged air pollution control violations. The public hearing will be held in the Hollister Building, 4^th Floor, AQD Conference Room, 106 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. Information Contact: *Jeffrey Studenka*, Air Quality Division, 517-241-7622.
MAY 25, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING SOUTHEAST BERRIEN COUNTY LANDFILL (SRN: N5432), BUCHANAN, BERRIEN 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 stationary source. The responsible official of the stationary source is Bruce Knapp, General Manager, 3200 Chamberlain Road, Buchanan, Michigan 49107. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Joe Pettit, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, 7953 Adobe Road, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49009. If requested in writing by May 25, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Joe Pettit*, Air Quality Division, 616-567-3549.
MAY 30, 2001 7:00 p.m.	PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY CONSUMERS ENERGY COMPANY, JACKSON, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Erie Township Hall, 2065 Erie Road, Erie, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 00-58-0027-P, submitted by Consumers Energy Company, 1956 West Parnall Road, Jackson, Michigan, to perform maintenance dredging in a 3.5-mile long water intake channel located on the west side of the Woodtick Peninsula in the North Maumee Bay of Lake Erie. The applicant proposes annual maintenance dredging over a 5-year period. A total of 440,000 cubic yards of material would be disposed of within diked containment cells to be constructed on upland property owned by the applicant. The project is located in Erie Township, Monroe County, Michigan. Information Contact: *Adam Wygant*, Land and Water Management Division, 517-780-7021.
MAY 31, 2001 7:00 p.m.	PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY Island Cove Marina, Harrison Township, Michigan. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Harrison Charter Township Offices, 38151 L’Anse Cruise, Harrison Township, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 01-50-0030-P, submitted by Island Cove Marina, 32081 North River Road, Harrison Township, Michigan, to receive authority for the previous placement of three dock extensions and the additional placement of extensions on six docks at the Island Cove Marina on Lake St. Clair. The purpose of the proposed dock extensions is to eliminate the safety hazard on the current docks. The project is located in Harrison Township, Macomb County, Michigan. Information Contact: *Todd Losee*, Land and Water Management Division, 734-953-1461.
JUNE 1, 2001	NOTICE OF CHANGE IN PROCEDURE. Effective June 1, 2001, the Land and Water Management Division (LWMD) will implement a change in procedure involving review of applications for permits under Part 31, Water Resources Protection (Floodplain Regulatory Authority); Part 301, Inland Lakes and Streams; Part 303, Wetlands Protection; Part 323, Shorelands Protection and Management; Part 325, Great Lakes Submerged Lands; and Part 353, Sand Dunes Protection and Management, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended. Many of these parts contain mandatory timeframes for a final decision; i.e., approval or denial of a permit application. These time limits often make it difficult for LWMD staff and an applicant to complete discussions on a mutually agreeable project modification for which a permit could be issued. As an alternative to receiving a denial, the applicant may withdraw the application prior to the deadline for decision. The applicant can revise the application and request that the LWMD reactivate the application within six months from the date of withdrawal. If the applicant does not withdraw the application before the decision deadline, the LWMD will deny the permit application. An applicant who has received a denial of an application has a right to appeal the denial to the Office of Administrative Hearings through the contested case hearing process. The decision rendered at the conclusion of the contested case process is a final decision of the department. An applicant who has received a denial may also submit a new application with the appropriate fee to have a modified project considered. A copy of the procedure may be obtained by contacting *Kimberly Rice*, Land and Water Management Division, 517-335-3190.
JUNE 5, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING LACKS ENTERPRISES, AIRLANE/AIRWEST FACILITY (SRN: N0895), KENTWOOD, KENT COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of chromium plating of plastic 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 stationary source. The responsible official of the stationary source is William Ringling, Director of Manufacturing Operations, 4260 Airlane Road SE, Kentwood, Michigan 49512. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Teresa Kinder, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, State Office Building, 6^th Floor, 350 Ottawa NW, Unit 10, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. If requested in writing by June 5, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Teresa Kinder*, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0500.
JUNE 5, 2001 1:30 p.m.	PUBLIC MEETING OF THE BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT BOARD, LANSING, INGHAM COUNTY. A public meeting of the Brownfield Redevelopment Board will be held at the Ottawa Conference Center, Conference Room #3, located in the Upper Parking Level of the Ottawa Building, 611 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, Michigan. The board consists of the directors of the departments of Management and Budget and Environmental Quality, and the president and chief executive officer of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. The board will make final decisions regarding 12 grant applications submitted by 10 local units of government pursuant to the Municipal Landfill Cost-Share Grant Program established in section 9a of Part 201, Environmental Remediation, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended. Information Contact: *Carol Skillings*, Environmental Response Division, 517-373-9540, or E-mail at skillinc@michigan.gov.
JUNE 6, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES CORPORATION (SRN: B1877), CARLETON, MONROE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of two float glass lines and associated activities. 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 stationary source. The responsible official of the stationary source is Don Tullman, Plant Manager, 14600 Romine Road, Carleton, Michigan 48117. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Ed Lancaster, Jackson District Office, 301 E. Louis Glick Hwy., Jackson, Michigan 49201. If requested in writing by June 6, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Ed Lancaster*, Air Quality Division, 517-780-7898, or E-mail at lancaste@michigan.gov.
JUNE 6, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING PAW PAW PLATING, INC., PAW PAW, VAN BUREN 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 June 6, 2001, to Tom Andrzejewski, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by June 6, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Tom Andrzejewski*, Air Quality Division, 517-373-0134.
JUNE 6, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING THUMB ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, UBLY, HURON 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 Tom Shanley, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by June 6, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: *Tom Shanley*, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7056.
JUNE 6, 2001 7:00 p.m.	PUBLIC HEARING AND DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING CONTINENTAL ALUMINUM, INC., NEW HUDSON, OAKLAND COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed draft permit and consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the draft consent order, draft permit, and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/enforcement/consent.html. Submit written comments on the proposed consent order to Ron Pollom, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. Submit written comments on the proposed draft permit to Lynn Fiedler, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. The public hearing will be held at the South Lyon Middle School Cafeteria, 61526 West Nine Mile Road, South Lyon, Michigan. Information contact regarding the proposed consent order: *Ron Pollom, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4624. Information contact regarding the proposed draft permit: Dave Riddle*, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7081.
JUNE 6, 2001 7:00 p.m.	PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY IRISH HILLS DEVELOPMENT LLC, BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Norvell Township Hall, 106 East Commercial Street, Norvell, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 00-38-0120-P, submitted by Irish Hills Development LLC, P.O. Box 492, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, to construct a 40-lot single-family community and a docking facility along the southern edge of Vineyard Lake. The proposal includes the filling of wetlands for residential lots and an access road and the construction of a boardwalk in wetlands. The applicant proposes to operate a marina, construct a dock and 34 finger piers, and maintenance dredge a previously dredged channel. The project is located in Norvell Township, Jackson County, Michigan. Information Contact: *Cheryl Jones*, Land and Water Management Division, 517-780-7916.
JUNE 23, 2001	DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING U.S. GYPSUM CO. (SRN: B3518), RIVER ROUGE, WAYNE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for equipment used in manufacture of wallboard and cement board. 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 three responsible officials of the facility are: Section 1, Don Roelfs, Mill Engineering Manager; Section 2, Patrick Desmond, Board Manager; and Section 3, Jim Sherwin, Durock® Manager, U.S. Gypsum, 2 Division Street, River Rouge, Michigan 48218. 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 June 23, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Howard Murray, Wayne County Air Quality Management Division, 313-833-7030.
JULY 1, 2001	NOTICE OF JURISDICTIONAL CHANGE FOR CERTAIN WETLANDS IN ALLEGAN AND EATON COUNTIES. The U.S. Census Bureau has released the official 2000 census figures. The population for Allegan and Eaton Counties each now exceeds 100,000, which will significantly change the regulatory status of certain wetlands within these counties. Part 303, Wetlands Protection, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended, requires permits for certain activities in regulated wetlands. Specifically, a permit is required from the DEQ to dredge or remove soil or minerals from a wetland; to deposit or place fill material in a wetland; to construct, operate, or maintain a use or development in a wetland; or to drain surface water from a wetland. Section 30301 of Part 303 defines regulated wetlands as those contiguous to the Great Lakes; Lake St. Clair; or any inland lake, pond, river, or stream; and as those noncontiguous wetlands larger than five acres, in counties with a population of 100,000 or more. The term "contiguous" is defined in the administrative rules promulgated under Part 303. Allegan and Eaton counties have not met the 100,000 population criterion in the past, and noncontiguous wetlands more than five acres in size have not been subject to Part 303 jurisdiction in these counties. Now that the 2000 census has officially established the population in these two counties at 100,000 or more, noncontiguous wetlands more than five acres in size will come under Part 303 jurisdiction. Permits will be required as of July 1, 2001, for all activities described above, in noncontiguous wetlands more than five acres in size, in Allegan and Eaton counties, regardless of when the activity began. Information Contact: *Wetlands Assessment Program, Land and Water Management Division, 517-373-8000, or at www.deq.state.mi.us/lwm*.

Permitting Division Contacts

PART II:

ENVIRONMENTAL CONFERENCES, WORKSHOPS AND TRAINING PROGRAMS

Conferences, Workshops, and Training

MAY 8-10, 2001

OXIDATION DITCH PROCESS CONTROL COURSE, BAVARIAN INN RESTAURANT, FRANKENMUTH, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Assistance Division presents this three-day course on oxidation ditch process control. Course topics include process principles, operational parameters, methods of control, process control math, microbiology of the process, phosphorus removal, nitrification, and troubleshooting. Cost: $185 includes instruction, materials, and lunch each day. Please note that pre-registration is required, and the tuition fee will be collected the first day of the course. Attendees are urged to bring their own pencils and calculator. Registration Contact: Jan Morris, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-373-4755, or E-mail at morrisj@michigan.gov.

MAY 2001

STORAGE TANK OWNER/OPERATOR TRAINING. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Storage Tank Division, in cooperation with the Environmental Assistance Division, is sponsoring this training for owners and operators of storage tank systems, including service stations, bulk plants, airports, municipalities, attorneys, and others who have an interest in property that contains underground and aboveground storage tanks. The training will provide an update on the changes to the rules governing storage tank facilities and information on how to operate and maintain a tank system to avoid environmental impacts. There is no registration fee, but pre-registration is required. Register on-line at www.deq.state.mi.us/ead/eosect/workshop.html. Registration Contact: DEQ Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or E-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov.

Date - Location

5/09/01 - Don H. Bottum University Center, Northern Michigan University, Marquette, Michigan

5/10/01 - Treetops Sylvan Resort, Gaylord, Michigan

5/14/01 - Fetzer Center, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Michigan

5/16/01 - Holiday Inn-Gateway Centre, Flint, Michigan

5/18/01 - DoubleTree Hotel, Novi, Michigan

MAY 15, 2001

TOXIC CHEMICAL RELEASE INVENTORY (SECTION 313) REPORTING WORKSHOP, EMERGENCY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW (EPCRA), SARA TITLE III, AMWAY GRAND PLAZA HOTEL, GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN. This one-day workshop on the Toxic Chemical Release Inventory reporting for 2000 is cosponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the DEQ’s Environmental Assistance Division. The workshop is designed to acquaint the attendee with the requirements of EPCRA Section 313 and Section 6607 of the Pollution Prevention Act. The workshop content will emphasize reporting requirements and how to fill out a Form R report. Updates on reporting requirements, particularly on the changes concerning persistent, bioaccumulative, and toxic (PBTs) chemicals, will also be covered. This workshop is free and available to the first 100 registrants. The U.S. EPA Region 5 office will be accepting registrations by mail or fax. For the registration form and list of other workshops in the Region 5 area, go to www.deq.state.mi.us/ead/sara. The EPA is also holding two-day training sessions for the 2000 reporting year in selected states. In EPA Region 5, the two-day training is being held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The web site for locations and registration is www.epcra-tri.com. For more information on these training opportunities and TRI, contact the DEQ SARA Title III program at 517-373-8481.

MAY 15-17, 2001

ATTACHED GROWTH PROCESS CONTROL COURSE (TRICKLING FILTERS & ROTATING BIOLOGICAL CONTACTORS), BAVARIAN INN RESTAURANT, FRANKENMUTH, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Assistance Division presents this three-day course on attached growth process control. Course topics include characteristics of wastewater, microbiology of the process, principles of the process, process control of trickling filters, and process control of rotating biological contactors. Cost: $185 includes instruction, materials, and lunch each day. Please note that pre-registration is required, and the tuition fee will be collected the first day of the course. Attendees are urged to bring their own pencils and calculator. Registration Contact: Jan Morris, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-373-4755, or E-mail at morrisj@michigan.gov.

MAY-JUNE, 2001

REGULATIONS 101 – AN ENVIRONMENTAL, SAFETY, AND HEALTH COURSE. The Michigan Departments of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and Consumer and Industry Services (CIS) are offering a Regulations 101 – Environmental, Safety, and Health course at various locations throughout the state. The course is an introduction to environmental, health, and safety regulations affecting Michigan’s manufacturing industry. The textbook, "Michigan Manufacturers’ Guide to Environmental and Safety and Health Regulations," will be provided to course participants. Written by program specialists in the DEQ and CIS, the book is packed full of easy-to-read discussions about state and federal environmental rules. The book also summarizes MIOSHA’s safety and health programs. Cost: $75 which includes continental breakfast, lunch, workshop materials, and copy of the "Michigan Manufacturers’ Guide to Environmental and Safety and Health Regulations." Reduced cost of $50 for those who already have a copy of the Guidebook. NOTE: The Guidebook will be used at this course. If paying the reduced fee because you already have a Guidebook, please bring it with you to the course. Register on-line at www.deq.state.mi.us/ead/eosect/workshop.html. Registration Contact: DEQ Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or E-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov.

Date - Location

5/22/01 - Days Inn/Trappers Restaurant & Convention Center, Escanaba, Michigan

5/24/01 - Crystal Mountain Resort, Thompsonville, Michigan

5/30/01 - Airport Hilton, Grand Rapids, Michigan

5/31/01 - Holiday Inn, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan

6/05/01 - Weber’s Inn, Ann Arbor, Michigan

6/07/01 - Holiday Inn Select, Auburn Hills, Michigan

6/13/01 - Holiday Inn, Alpena, Michigan

MAY 22, 2001

EMERGING ISSUES IN WATER TREATMENT, BEST WESTERN-MIDWAY HOTEL, LANSING, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Assistance Division and the Research and Technical Practices Committee of the Michigan Section, American Water Works Association, present this seminar for water treatment plant operators, design engineers and consultants, and water utility managers. A variety of speakers offer information on water quality and technology issues facing the drinking water industry. Cost: $90 includes seminar fee, continental breakfast, lunch, and coffee breaks. Registration Contact: Eric Way, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-373-4752. Seminar Information: Mohamed Siddiqui, Ph.D., 313-964-0790.

MAY 22-24, 2001

MICHIGAN RECYCLING COALITION'S 19TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE, BEYOND 2001: THE GREAT RECYCLING GETAWAY!, BOYNE HIGHLANDS, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Recycling Coalition's (MRC) 2001 Annual Conference and Business Expo includes sessions, tours, and exhibits focusing on recycling and waste reduction issues in Michigan. Highlights include a behind-the-scenes tour on Mackinac Island, in-depth sessions on mercury and electronics, and special presentations by Andy Acho of Ford Motor Company and noted author, Stephanie Mills. DEQ staff will be available to answer questions about topics ranging from household hazardous waste to mercury, county solid waste planning, and composting. This is a unique networking opportunity for recyclers representing Michigan communities and businesses. Information Contact: MRC Office, 517-371-7073; EAD Recycling Coordinator, Lucy Doroshko, Conference Committee Co-Chair, 517-373-1322; or visit the MRC Conference website at www.michiganrecycles.org/conference.shtml.

MAY 24, 2001

EAST MICHIGAN CHAPTER OF THE AIR AND WASTE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION SPRING CONFERENCE, NORTHFIELD HILTON, TROY, MICHIGAN. The East Michigan Chapter of the Air and Waste Management Association is holding its spring conference; and confirmed speakers include the Office of Air and Radiation Director from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Region 5 office, Genesee County Circuit Court Judge Archie Hayman who ruled on the Genesee Power Environmental Justice case, Mike Kwiecien from Conestoga Rovers who will speak on virtual reality emergency response exercises, and Rad Jones from Michigan State University speaking on critical incident protocol. In addition, staff from the DEQ’s Environmental Assistance Division will present information on spill reporting. Information Contact: Cathie Jo Seamon, 313-390-3799, E-mail at cseamon1@ford.com; or Ken Gembel, 313-556-7714, E-mail at den.gembel@gm.com.

JUNE 7, 2001

MICHIGAN DEAL FLOW CONFERENCE - A MARKETPLACE FOR BROWNFIELD TRANSACTIONS, NOVI, OAKLAND COUNTY. The National Brownfield Association (NBA) with the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), and nearly ten co-sponsoring organizations, hosts this Michigan Deal Flow Conference. The full-day conference brings together major players in the brownfield market (owners, developers, transaction support, and public sector) to showcase brownfield properties ready for transfer and stimulate brownfield transactions. Participate in a morning panel discussion on the challenges and opportunities of brownfield development in Michigan; become a dealmaker at the Deal Flow Exhibition; gain new knowledge, business leads, and contacts at the afternoon workshops and reception. A registration fee of $350 ($195 for NBA members) includes breakfast, lunch, and workshop materials. To receive information regarding exhibiting or attending this conference, contact the NBA, 773-714-0407, or visit the on-line registration system at www.bfdealflow.com.

JUNE 2001

PERMIT TO INSTALL WORKSHOP. Michigan Air Pollution Control rules require businesses to obtain an approved Permit to Install prior to installing or modifying sources of air pollution. The Clean Air Assistance Program of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Assistance Division is planning the Permit to Install workshop to assist small and medium-size businesses in submitting an air use permit application. Upon completion of the training, participants will be able to assemble the information necessary to achieve an administratively and technically complete application. Cost: $50 includes continental breakfast, lunch, and workshop materials. Register on-line at www.deq.state.mi.us/ead/eosect/workshop.html. Registration Contact: DEQ Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or E-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov.

Date - Location

6/19/01 - DoubleTree Hotel, Novi, Michigan

6/21/01 - Airport Hilton, Grand Rapids, Michigan

JUNE 26, 2001

FREE PRODUCT MOVEMENT AND RECOVERY: THEORY AND FIELD METHODS, EAST LANSING MARRIOTT AT UNIVERSITY PLACE, EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Storage Tank and Environmental Assistance Divisions present this workshop for Qualified Underground Storage Tank Consultants (QCs) and Certified Professionals (CPs) who perform corrective action under Part 213, Leaking Underground Storage Tanks, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended. Additionally, other environmental consultants or state/local representatives who need to understand the migration and recovery of light, non-aqueous phase liquids (LNAPLs) will benefit. The instructor is James M. Davidson of Alpine Environmental, Inc. in Fort Collins, Colorado. Mr. Davidson is a nationally recognized expert and teaches a variety of scientific short courses and workshops addressing MTBE, petroleum products, subsurface contamination, and remediation. The workshop agenda will cover topics such as physical and chemical characteristics, migration, recoverability, recovery methods, and case study examples will be given. Register on-line at www.deq.state.mi.us/ead/eosect/workshop.html. Registration Contact: DEQ Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or E-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov.

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MAY 8-10, 2001	OXIDATION DITCH PROCESS CONTROL COURSE, BAVARIAN INN RESTAURANT, FRANKENMUTH, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Assistance Division presents this three-day course on oxidation ditch process control. Course topics include process principles, operational parameters, methods of control, process control math, microbiology of the process, phosphorus removal, nitrification, and troubleshooting. Cost: $185 includes instruction, materials, and lunch each day. Please note that pre-registration is required, and the tuition fee will be collected the first day of the course. Attendees are urged to bring their own pencils and calculator. Registration Contact: *Jan Morris*, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-373-4755, or E-mail at morrisj@michigan.gov.
MAY 2001	STORAGE TANK OWNER/OPERATOR TRAINING. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Storage Tank Division, in cooperation with the Environmental Assistance Division, is sponsoring this training for owners and operators of storage tank systems, including service stations, bulk plants, airports, municipalities, attorneys, and others who have an interest in property that contains underground and aboveground storage tanks. The training will provide an update on the changes to the rules governing storage tank facilities and information on how to operate and maintain a tank system to avoid environmental impacts. There is no registration fee, but pre-registration is required. Register on-line at www.deq.state.mi.us/ead/eosect/workshop.html. Registration Contact: *DEQ Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or E-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov. Date - Location* 5/09/01 - Don H. Bottum University Center, Northern Michigan University, Marquette, Michigan 5/10/01 - Treetops Sylvan Resort, Gaylord, Michigan 5/14/01 - Fetzer Center, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Michigan 5/16/01 - Holiday Inn-Gateway Centre, Flint, Michigan 5/18/01 - DoubleTree Hotel, Novi, Michigan
MAY 15, 2001	TOXIC CHEMICAL RELEASE INVENTORY (SECTION 313) REPORTING WORKSHOP, EMERGENCY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW (EPCRA), SARA TITLE III, AMWAY GRAND PLAZA HOTEL, GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN. This one-day workshop on the Toxic Chemical Release Inventory reporting for 2000 is cosponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the DEQ’s Environmental Assistance Division. The workshop is designed to acquaint the attendee with the requirements of EPCRA Section 313 and Section 6607 of the Pollution Prevention Act. The workshop content will emphasize reporting requirements and how to fill out a Form R report. Updates on reporting requirements, particularly on the changes concerning persistent, bioaccumulative, and toxic (PBTs) chemicals, will also be covered. This workshop is free and available to the first 100 registrants. The U.S. EPA Region 5 office will be accepting registrations by mail or fax. For the registration form and list of other workshops in the Region 5 area, go to www.deq.state.mi.us/ead/sara. The EPA is also holding two-day training sessions for the 2000 reporting year in selected states. In EPA Region 5, the two-day training is being held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The web site for locations and registration is www.epcra-tri.com. For more information on these training opportunities and TRI, contact the *DEQ SARA Title III* program at 517-373-8481.
MAY 15-17, 2001	ATTACHED GROWTH PROCESS CONTROL COURSE (TRICKLING FILTERS & ROTATING BIOLOGICAL CONTACTORS), BAVARIAN INN RESTAURANT, FRANKENMUTH, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Assistance Division presents this three-day course on attached growth process control. Course topics include characteristics of wastewater, microbiology of the process, principles of the process, process control of trickling filters, and process control of rotating biological contactors. Cost: $185 includes instruction, materials, and lunch each day. Please note that pre-registration is required, and the tuition fee will be collected the first day of the course. Attendees are urged to bring their own pencils and calculator. Registration Contact: *Jan Morris*, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-373-4755, or E-mail at morrisj@michigan.gov.
MAY-JUNE, 2001	REGULATIONS 101 – AN ENVIRONMENTAL, SAFETY, AND HEALTH COURSE. The Michigan Departments of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and Consumer and Industry Services (CIS) are offering a Regulations 101 – Environmental, Safety, and Health course at various locations throughout the state. The course is an introduction to environmental, health, and safety regulations affecting Michigan’s manufacturing industry. The textbook, "Michigan Manufacturers’ Guide to Environmental and Safety and Health Regulations," will be provided to course participants. Written by program specialists in the DEQ and CIS, the book is packed full of easy-to-read discussions about state and federal environmental rules. The book also summarizes MIOSHA’s safety and health programs. Cost: $75 which includes continental breakfast, lunch, workshop materials, and copy of the "Michigan Manufacturers’ Guide to Environmental and Safety and Health Regulations." Reduced cost of $50 for those who already have a copy of the Guidebook. NOTE: The Guidebook will be used at this course. If paying the reduced fee because you already have a Guidebook, please bring it with you to the course. Register on-line at www.deq.state.mi.us/ead/eosect/workshop.html. Registration Contact: *DEQ Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or E-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov. Date - Location* 5/22/01 - Days Inn/Trappers Restaurant & Convention Center, Escanaba, Michigan 5/24/01 - Crystal Mountain Resort, Thompsonville, Michigan 5/30/01 - Airport Hilton, Grand Rapids, Michigan 5/31/01 - Holiday Inn, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan 6/05/01 - Weber’s Inn, Ann Arbor, Michigan 6/07/01 - Holiday Inn Select, Auburn Hills, Michigan 6/13/01 - Holiday Inn, Alpena, Michigan
MAY 22, 2001	EMERGING ISSUES IN WATER TREATMENT, BEST WESTERN-MIDWAY HOTEL, LANSING, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Assistance Division and the Research and Technical Practices Committee of the Michigan Section, American Water Works Association, present this seminar for water treatment plant operators, design engineers and consultants, and water utility managers. A variety of speakers offer information on water quality and technology issues facing the drinking water industry. Cost: $90 includes seminar fee, continental breakfast, lunch, and coffee breaks. Registration Contact: *Eric Way, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-373-4752. Seminar Information: Mohamed Siddiqui*, Ph.D., 313-964-0790.
MAY 22-24, 2001	MICHIGAN RECYCLING COALITION'S 19TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE, BEYOND 2001: THE GREAT RECYCLING GETAWAY!, BOYNE HIGHLANDS, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Recycling Coalition's (MRC) 2001 Annual Conference and Business Expo includes sessions, tours, and exhibits focusing on recycling and waste reduction issues in Michigan. Highlights include a behind-the-scenes tour on Mackinac Island, in-depth sessions on mercury and electronics, and special presentations by Andy Acho of Ford Motor Company and noted author, Stephanie Mills. DEQ staff will be available to answer questions about topics ranging from household hazardous waste to mercury, county solid waste planning, and composting. This is a unique networking opportunity for recyclers representing Michigan communities and businesses. Information Contact: *MRC Office, 517-371-7073; EAD Recycling Coordinator, Lucy Doroshko, Conference Committee Co-Chair, 517-373-1322; or visit the MRC Conference website at www.michiganrecycles.org/conference.shtml*.
MAY 24, 2001	EAST MICHIGAN CHAPTER OF THE AIR AND WASTE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION SPRING CONFERENCE, NORTHFIELD HILTON, TROY, MICHIGAN. The East Michigan Chapter of the Air and Waste Management Association is holding its spring conference; and confirmed speakers include the Office of Air and Radiation Director from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Region 5 office, Genesee County Circuit Court Judge Archie Hayman who ruled on the Genesee Power Environmental Justice case, Mike Kwiecien from Conestoga Rovers who will speak on virtual reality emergency response exercises, and Rad Jones from Michigan State University speaking on critical incident protocol. In addition, staff from the DEQ’s Environmental Assistance Division will present information on spill reporting. Information Contact: *Cathie Jo Seamon, 313-390-3799, E-mail at cseamon1@ford.com; or Ken Gembel*, 313-556-7714, E-mail at den.gembel@gm.com.
JUNE 7, 2001	MICHIGAN DEAL FLOW CONFERENCE - A MARKETPLACE FOR BROWNFIELD TRANSACTIONS, NOVI, OAKLAND COUNTY. The National Brownfield Association (NBA) with the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), and nearly ten co-sponsoring organizations, hosts this Michigan Deal Flow Conference. The full-day conference brings together major players in the brownfield market (owners, developers, transaction support, and public sector) to showcase brownfield properties ready for transfer and stimulate brownfield transactions. Participate in a morning panel discussion on the challenges and opportunities of brownfield development in Michigan; become a dealmaker at the Deal Flow Exhibition; gain new knowledge, business leads, and contacts at the afternoon workshops and reception. A registration fee of $350 ($195 for NBA members) includes breakfast, lunch, and workshop materials. To receive information regarding exhibiting or attending this conference, contact the *NBA, 773-714-0407, or visit the on-line registration system at www.bfdealflow.com*.
JUNE 2001	PERMIT TO INSTALL WORKSHOP. Michigan Air Pollution Control rules require businesses to obtain an approved Permit to Install prior to installing or modifying sources of air pollution. The Clean Air Assistance Program of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Assistance Division is planning the Permit to Install workshop to assist small and medium-size businesses in submitting an air use permit application. Upon completion of the training, participants will be able to assemble the information necessary to achieve an administratively and technically complete application. Cost: $50 includes continental breakfast, lunch, and workshop materials. Register on-line at www.deq.state.mi.us/ead/eosect/workshop.html. Registration Contact: DEQ Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or E-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov. Date - Location 6/19/01 - DoubleTree Hotel, Novi, Michigan 6/21/01 - Airport Hilton, Grand Rapids, Michigan
JUNE 26, 2001	FREE PRODUCT MOVEMENT AND RECOVERY: THEORY AND FIELD METHODS, EAST LANSING MARRIOTT AT UNIVERSITY PLACE, EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Storage Tank and Environmental Assistance Divisions present this workshop for Qualified Underground Storage Tank Consultants (QCs) and Certified Professionals (CPs) who perform corrective action under Part 213, Leaking Underground Storage Tanks, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended. Additionally, other environmental consultants or state/local representatives who need to understand the migration and recovery of light, non-aqueous phase liquids (LNAPLs) will benefit. The instructor is James M. Davidson of Alpine Environmental, Inc. in Fort Collins, Colorado. Mr. Davidson is a nationally recognized expert and teaches a variety of scientific short courses and workshops addressing MTBE, petroleum products, subsurface contamination, and remediation. The workshop agenda will cover topics such as physical and chemical characteristics, migration, recoverability, recovery methods, and case study examples will be given. Register on-line at www.deq.state.mi.us/ead/eosect/workshop.html. Registration Contact: *DEQ Environmental Assistance Center*, 800-662-9278, or E-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov.