GEOLOGICAL SURVEY DIVISION

MIRANT ZEELAND, LLC, CITY OF ZEELAND, OTTAWA COUNTY. Consideration of permit applications to drill and operate the IW No. 1 and the IW No. 2 disposal wells for the purpose of disposing of non-hazardous waste cooling water via deep-well injection, pursuant to Part 625, Mineral Wells, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended. The location for the IW No. 1 well is in the NW¼ of SE¼ of NW¼, Section 17, and the location for the IW No. 2 well is the SE¼ of SW¼ of NW¼, Section 17, T5N, R14W. Information Contact: David Davis, Geological Survey Division, 517-334-6961. Decision-maker: Harold R. Fitch, Supervisor of Mineral Wells, Geological Survey Division.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

INNOVATIVE COATING TECHNOLOGIES, INC., CHINA TOWNSHIP, 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 September 26, 2001, to Kimberly Nault, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by September 26, 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

GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION, LANSING CRAFT CENTRE, NORTH AMERICAN CAR GROUP, 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 October 10, 2001, to Jeffrey Studenka, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by October 10, 2001, a public hearing will be held on October 11, 2001 (see October 11 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: Jeffrey Studenka, Air Quality Division, 517-241-7622. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

LAND AND WATER MANAGEMENT DIVISION

REQUEST FOR A MODIFICATION TO A CONSERVATION EASEMENT HELD BY THE DEQ BY SINGH DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, LTD., OAKLAND COUNTY. Singh Development Company, Ltd. is requesting a modification to a conservation easement held by the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to facilitate the development of a proposed road crossing that would serve as an access point for the phase 2 development of Main Street Village, Novi, Michigan. The proposed modification would impact a total of 0.21 acres of wetland and create approximately 0.30 acres of wetland within the subject property. Written comments should be submitted to Colleen O’Keefe, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Land and Water Management Division, P.O. Box 30458, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7958, no later than September 25, 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 BY THE WESTERN KNITTING MILLS COMPANY, LLC, OAKLAND COUNTY. The City of Rochester granted a conservation easement to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) as a condition of permit number 96-10-0115. The new property owner, Western Knitting Mills Company, LLC, is proposing a modification of the conservation easement to correct the legal description. Written comments should be submitted to Colleen O’Keefe, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Land and Water Management Division, P.O. Box 30458, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7958, no later than September 25, 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 BY MICHAEL AND KAREN FRONTERA, OAKLAND COUNTY. Michael and Karen Frontera, Brookview Subdivision, Shelby Township, Oakland County, are requesting a modification to a conservation easement held by the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to remove 0.06 acres of upland area that is currently within the conservation easement boundary in exchange for the restoration of 0.05 acres of forested wetland on the property. Written comments should be submitted to Colleen O’Keefe, Land and Water Management Division, P.O. Box 30458, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7958, no later than October 8, 2001. Information Contact: Colleen O’Keefe, Land and Water Management Division, 517-373-8813. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

LAND AND WATER MANAGEMENT DIVISION

PROPOSED FILLED BOTTOMLAND DEED, LEELANAU COUNTY. Proposed deed to a 0.74-acre parcel of filled Lake Michigan public trust bottomlands in the Village of Suttons Bay. File LM 227. Information Contact: Tom Graf, Land and Water Management Division, 517-335-3471. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

WASTE MANAGEMENT DIVISION

ROSCOMMON COUNTY SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN. Consideration of Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) approval with modification of the locally approved five-year update to the Roscommon County Solid Waste Management Plan (Plan). The DEQ initiated this round of updates on June 13, 1997, and Roscommon County submitted this locally approved Plan on December 26, 2000. Information Contact: Stan Idziak, Waste Management Division, 517-373-4740, or E-mail at idziaks@michigan.gov. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

WASTE MANAGEMENT DIVISION

PHIZER GLOBAL MANUFACTURING, INC., (FORMERLY THE WARNER-LAMBERT COMPANY, PARKE-DAVIS DIVISION), HOLLAND, OTTAWA COUNTY. Consideration of a Part 111 Hazardous Waste Management Post Closure Plan (Plan). The Plan provides for long-term maintenance and monitoring of Pfizer’s closed hazardous waste management units. In addition, the administration of the phased, facility-wide corrective action program for releases of hazardous constituents from waste management units (initiated by the company over ten years ago) will transfer from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). Approval of the post closure plan and corrective action requirements for this facility will substitute for issuance of a post closure operating license, as allowed under recent federal and State regulatory changes. The plan is available for review and comment through September 26, 2001, as follows:

John A Hannah Building – 1^st floor
608 W. Allegan
Lansing, Michigan
Contact: Ms. Cheryl Howe
517-373-9881

MDEQ Grand Rapids District Office
350 Ottawa Avenue, NW
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Contact: Mr. Dale DeKraker
616-356-0228

Herrick District Library – Reference Desk
300 S. River
Holland, Michigan
Contact: Ms. Kelli Perkins
616-355-1400

A final decision on the plan is expected by September 28, 2001. Information Contact: Cheryl Howe, Waste Management Division, 517-373-9881, or E-mail at howec@michigan.gov. Decision-maker: Jim Sygo, Waste Management Division Chief.

WASTE MANAGEMENT DIVISION

SOLUTIA INC., (FORMERLY MONSANTO COMPANY), TRENTON, WAYNE COUNTY. Consideration of a Part 111 Hazardous Waste Management Post Closure Plan that provides long-term maintenance and monitoring of Solutia’s closed hazardous waste surface impoundments. The Plan formalizes a company-initiated, phased, facility-wide corrective action program for releases of hazardous constituents from waste management units. Approval of the post closure plan and corrective action requirements for this facility will substitute for issuance of a post closure operating license, as allowed under recent federal and State regulatory changes. The plan is available for review and comments through September 26, 2001, as follows:

John A Hannah Building – 1^st floor
608 W. Allegan
Lansing, Michigan
Contact: Ms. Cheryl Howe
517-373-9881

MDEQ Southeast Michigan District Office
38980 Seven Mile Road
Livonia, Michigan
Contact: Ms. Bonnie Pawloske
734-953-1408

Trenton Veterans Memorial Library – Reference Desk
2790 Westfield
Trenton, Michigan
734-676-9777

A final decision on the plan is expected by September 28, 2001. Information Contact: Cheryl Howe, Waste Management Division, 517-373-9881, or E-mail at howec@michigan.gov. Decision-maker: Jim Sygo, Waste Management Division Chief.

WASTE MANAGEMENT DIVISION

FUNDING FOR SCRAP TIRE CLEANUP – FISCAL YEAR 2001-2002 (FY 2002). Applications are available for the next round of funding under the FY 2002 Scrap Tire Cleanup Program (Program), authorized by Part 169, Scrap Tires, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended. Property owners with "abandoned scrap tires" and owners of scrap tires "accumulated prior to January 1, 1991," at a "collection site" are eligible for funding under this Program. Application deadline: 5:00 p.m., October 15, 2001. The Waste Management Division (WMD) will accept applications with all supporting documentation that are postmarked on or before October 15, 2001. Information Contact: Kyle Cruse, Waste Management Division, 517-335-4757, or E-mail at crusek@michigan.gov. Decision-maker: Jim Sygo, Waste Management Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

PART 55, AIR POLLUTION CONTROL, NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1994 PA 451, AS AMENDED. On August 14, 2001, the Department’s proposed amendments to the air pollution control rules (ORR 1998-036EQ) were filed with the Secretary of State and went into effect on August 22, 2001. The amendments to R 336.1210 through R 336.1215 and R 336.1299 include changes intended to address outstanding regulatory issues identified in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Title V Interim Approval notice for Michigan’s Renewable Operating Permit Program. The amendments also include several provisions intended to increase operational flexibility at a permitted facility. The amendments can be viewed on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/AQD/rules/Proposed%20Amendments.htm. Copies of the amendments 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. Information Contact: Jerald Trautman, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4955.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

PART 55, AIR POLLUTION CONTROL, NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1994 PA 451, AS AMENDED. On August 20, 2001, the Department’s proposed amendments to the air pollution control rules (ORR 2001-001EQ) were filed with the Secretary of State and went into effect on August 28, 2001. The amendments rescind R 336.1913 and R 336.1914 regarding start-up, shutdown, and malfunctions. These rules have been rescinded to address outstanding regulatory issues identified in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Title V Interim Approval notice for Michigan’s Renewable Operating Permit Program. The amendments can be viewed on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/AQD/rules/Proposed%20Amendments.htm. Copies of the amendments 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. Information Contact: Jerald Trautman, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4955.

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 October 17, 2001 (see October 17 listing in this calendar) on proposed revisions to Parts 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, and 11 of the Air Pollution Control Rules (ORR Nos. 2000-064EQ, 2000-065EQ, 2000-066EQ, 2000-067EQ, 2000-068EQ, 2000-069EQ, and 2000-070EQ). The proposed amendments will bring the Air Pollution Control Rules up to date with Executive Orders 1991-31 and 1995-18 by changing "commission" to "department" and correcting the department name and address, updating information regarding documents adopted by reference, and making other administrative corrections to the rules. The proposed rules can be viewed and downloaded from the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/AQD/rules/Proposed%20Amendments.htm. 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 October 17, 2001, and should be mailed to the address above. Information Contact: Jerald Trautman, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4855. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE DIVISION

PROPOSED ADMINISTRATIVE RULES FOR PART 201, ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION, OF THE NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1994 PA 451, AS AMENDED. These rules bring the rules for the state cleanup program under Part 201 up to date with statutory amendments enacted in 1995 and 1996. The rules provide for land use-based cleanup criteria; set forth algorithms for calculation of generic cleanup criteria; explain requirements for remedial action plans and other stages of response activity; clarify which types of response activity require DEQ approval; clarify affirmative obligations of liable persons; and update rules that deal with program administration, such as the inventory of contaminated sites, public funding for the cleanup program, and alternate water service. Copies of the proposed rules can be viewed and downloaded from the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/erd. Copies of the rules may also be obtained by contacting the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Environmental Response Division, 300 S. Washington Square, Lansing, Michigan 48933. Written comments must be received in the Environmental Response Division office identified above by 5:00 p.m., Eastern Daylight Time, on September 11, 2001. Comments should be sent to Lynelle Marolf at the address above. Information Contact: Lynelle Marolf, Environmental Response Division, 517-373-9838, or E-mail at marolfl@michigan.gov. 

SEPTEMBER 10, 2001
5:00 p.m.

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT ON THE SITE-WIDE REMEDIAL ACTION PLAN FOR THE FORMER K.I. SAWYER AIR FORCE BASE, GWINN, MARQUETTE COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed, site-wide Remedial Action Plan (RAP) for the former K.I. Sawyer Air Force Base site of environmental contamination in Gwinn. Written comments should be postmarked/mailed no later than 5:00 p.m., September 10, 2001, to Mark Petrie, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Environmental Response Division, 1990 US-41 South, Marquette, Michigan 49855. Copies of the RAP and supporting documentation are available for viewing at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette and also from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality office. Information Contact: Mark Petrie, Environmental Response Division, 906-228-6568, or E-mail at petriem@michigan.gov. 

SEPTEMBER 11, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING ANR PIPELINE COMPANY, REED CITY COMPRESSOR STATION (SRN: B3721), REED CITY, OSCEOLA COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a natural gas transmission and compressor 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 stationary source. The responsible official of the stationary source is David F. Jones, Vice President, Operations, 2 Brentwood Commons, Suite 190, Brentwood, Tennessee 37027. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Shane Nixon, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Cadillac District Office, 120 West Chapin Street, Cadillac, Michigan 49601. If requested in writing by September 11, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Shane Nixon, Air Quality Division, 231-775-3960, extension 6251.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING DAIMLERCHRYSLER TECHNOLOGY CENTER (SRN: N1436), AUBURN HILLS, OAKLAND COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a powerhouse and research and development center. 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 officials of the stationary source are Margie S. McNally, Building Manager; Octie L. Ham, Director-Vehicle Build Operations; and Donald E. Goodwin, Vice President, Scientific Lab and Proving Ground; 1000 Chrysler Drive, Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Francisco S. Lim, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Southeast Michigan District Office, 38980 Seven Mile Road, Livonia, Michigan 48152. If requested in writing by September 11, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Francisco S. Lim, Air Quality Division, 734-953-1421.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2001
5:00 p.m.

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT ON PROPOSED ADMINISTRATIVE RULES FOR PART 201, ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION, OF THE NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1994 PA 451, AS AMENDED. These rules bring the rules for the state cleanup program under Part 201 up to date with statutory amendments enacted in 1995 and 1996. The rules provide for land use-based cleanup criteria; set forth algorithms for calculation of generic cleanup criteria; explain requirements for remedial action plans and other stages of response activity; clarify which types of response activity require DEQ approval; clarify affirmative obligations of liable persons; and update rules that deal with program administration, such as the inventory of contaminated sites, public funding for the cleanup program, and alternate water service. Written comments must be received in the Environmental Response Division (ERD) office identified below by 5:00 p.m., Eastern Daylight Time, on September 11, 2001. Copies of the proposed rules can be viewed and downloaded from the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/erd. Copies of the rules may also be obtained by contacting the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Environmental Response Division, 300 S. Washington Square, Lansing, Michigan 48933. Comments should be sent to Lynelle Marolf at the address above. Information Contact: Lynelle Marolf, Environmental Response Division, 517-373-9838, or E-mail at marolfl@michigan.gov. 

SEPTEMBER 12, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING WISCONSIN ELECTRIC POWER COMPANY (SRN: B4261), MARQUETTE, MARQUETTE COUNTY, for incorporation of Appendix 10 in the existing Renewable Operating Permit No. 199600230. The Appendix will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. The responsible official of the facility is Les Kowalski, Leader, Upper Peninsula Generation, 2701 Lakeshore Boulevard N., Marquette, Michigan 49855. Comments on Appendix 10 are to be submitted in writing to Malcolm Mead-O’Brien, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Marquette District Office, 1990 US-41 South, Marquette, Michigan 49855. If requested in writing by September 12, 2001, a public hearing will be held on September 27, 2001 (see September 27 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: Malcolm Mead-O’Brien, Air Quality Division, 906-228-6568.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING DETROIT EDISON COMPANY, BEACON HEATING PLANT (SRN: B2814), DETROIT, WAYNE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of five natural gas-fired boilers, each with distillate oil backup. 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 Roosevelt King, Director, Detroit Edison Beacon Heating Plant, 541 Madison, Detroit, Michigan 48226. 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 September 13, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Howard Murray, Wayne County Air Quality Management Division, 313-833-7030.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT ON A PROPOSED REMEDIAL ACTION PLAN FOR THE FORMER ITT AUTOMOTIVE FACILITY, ROCHESTER, OAKLAND COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed remedial plan for the former ITT Automotive facility, a site of environmental contamination located at 301 East Third Street, Rochester. The site is currently occupied by the Western Knitting Mills redevelopment project. The proposed plan calls for treatment of the groundwater impacting the Paint Creek by a permeable reactive wall to chemically neutralize the contaminants of concern. The plan also includes a monitoring plan for the groundwater to verify compliance with applicable criteria. The plan proposes restrictions on groundwater to prohibit use for drinking water, both on the site and on other properties potentially affected, and surface barriers of soil cover, pavement, or buildings to prevent direct contact exposure to contaminated soils. The plan is available for view by appointment at the Southeast Michigan District Office, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, 38980 Seven Mile Road, Livonia. Written comments should be mailed to Benjamin Mathews, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Environmental Response Division, 38980 Seven Mile Road, Livonia, Michigan 48152. Information Contact: Benjamin Mathews, Environmental Response Division, 734-953-1447

SEPTEMBER 14, 2001
8:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY MIKE MALIK, DETROIT, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Edwards Township Hall, 3601 Wicks Road, West Branch, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Numbers 01-65-0038-P and 01-72-0029-P, submitted by Mike Malik, 2211 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan. The applicant proposes to dredge in three areas of wetlands that are located along the shoreline fringe of Little Frost Lake to facilitate fishing and swimming. The total amount of dredging would be 9,377 cubic yards and would be disposed of on the applicant’s property to the northeast of Little Frost Lake. Also proposed is the dredging of 77 cubic yards of sediment from Campbell Lake and the construction of a boat launch and dock. The proposed projects are for private use and are on the same property located in Edwards Township, Ogemaw County, and Nester Township, Roscommon County, Michigan. Information Contact: Brian Rudolph, Land and Water Management Division, 989-686-8025, extension 8366.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2001
1:30 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE DRAFT FISCAL YEAR 2002 PROJECT PRIORITY LIST (PPL) AND DRAFT INTENDED USE PLAN (IUP) FOR THE STATE REVOLVING FUND (SRF). The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) will hold a public hearing on the draft Fiscal Year 2002 PPL for the SRF that lists projects for which complete final Project Plans were submitted to the DEQ by July 1, 2001, and the draft Fiscal Year 2002 IUP. These documents can be found on the web at www.deq.state.mi.us/ead/mfsect, or you may call 517-373-2161 to have the packet mailed to you. The Public Hearing will be held at the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Environmental Assistance Division, 2^nd Floor Town Center Building, Conference Room B, 333 S. Capitol, Lansing, Michigan. The hearing record will remain open to receive written comments until 5:00 p.m. on September 21, 2001. Comments should be sent to Chip Heckathorn, Chief, Municipal Facilities Section, Environmental Assistance Division, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 30457, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7957. Information Contact: Chip Heckathorn, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-373-4725.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2001
6:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY MANTHEI DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, CHARLEVOIX, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Central Lake Elementary School, 8209 West Davis Street, Central Lake, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 01-05-0019-P, submitted by Manthei Development Corporation, 05481 U.S. 31 South, Charlevoix, Michigan. The applicant proposes to excavate sand and gravel from upland and, in the process, create a 2.75-acre lake and a 3.44-acre lake. Fill would be placed in wetland on the site to create berms and access roads. The extraction processing and hauling operation would happen intermittently throughout the normal construction season and last for a period of approximately three years. When the mining is completed, the perimeter of the pond would be seeded and the pond would be used for raising fish. The proposed project is located in Central Lake Township, Antrim County, Michigan. Information Contact: Lori Silagy, Land and Water Management Division, 989-705-3464.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2001
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY THE CITY OF BAY CITY, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at City Hall, 301 Washington Avenue, Bay City, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Numbers 01-09-0026-P and 01-09-0027-P submitted by the City of Bay City, 301 Washington Avenue, Bay City, Michigan. The applicant proposes to construct two boat ramps, the Golson Boat Ramp, and the Cass Avenue Boat Ramp within the city to provide public access to the Saginaw River and Lake Huron. The proposals are the result of a consent order requiring the City to construct the ramps. The proposals include the placement of shore protection adjacent to the ramps. The Saginaw NRDA Trustee Council will hold a public meeting immediately following the public hearing to gather information for the preparation of environmental assessments on the projects. The proposed projects are located in Bay City, Bay County, Michigan. Information Contact: Daniel T. Morgan, Land and Water Management Division, 989-686-8025, extension 8360.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2001
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY EYDE COMPANY, EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Bath High School Cafeteria, 6175 East Clark Street, Bath, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 01-19-0010-P, submitted by Eyde Company, 4660 South Hagadorn Road, East Lansing, Michigan. The applicant proposes to place a storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and outlets within wetlands. The purpose of the project is to construct a residential and commercial development, referred to as Priggooris Park, in the upland portion of the parcel. The proposed project is located in Bath Township, Clinton County, Michigan. Information Contact: Dave Pingel, Land and Water Management Division, 517-625-4694.

SEPTEMBER 24, 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 Mt. Clemens Community Center, 300 North Groesbeck, Mt. Clemens. 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.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING A REMEDIAL INVESTIGATION/FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR THE FREEZER SERVICES OF MICHIGAN SITE, HAMTRAMCK, WAYNE COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a Remedial Investigation/Feasibility Study (RI/FS) report regarding several remedial alternatives concerning the Freezer Services of Michigan site of environmental contamination, 8250 St. Aubin Street, Hamtramck. A copy of the RI/FS report can be viewed at the Hamtramck Public Library, 2360 Caniff, Hamtramck, or may be obtained from Paul Owens, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Environmental Response Division, 38980 Seven Mile Road, Livonia, Michigan 48152. Submit written comments by September 25, 2001, to Paul Owens at the Livonia address noted above. Information Contact: Paul Owens, Environmental Response Division, 734-432-1294.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING INNOVATIVE COATING TECHNOLOGIES, INC., CHINA TOWNSHIP, 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 September 26, 2001, to Kimberly Nault, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by September 26, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Kimberly Nault, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7035.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2001
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY BOSGRAAF ENTERPRISES, HOLLAND, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at Holland City Hall, City Council Chambers, 12th Street Entrance, 270 South River Avenue, Holland, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 01-03-0060-P, submitted by Bosgraaf Enterprises, 301 Douglas Avenue, Holland, Michigan. The applicant proposes to place a sanitary sewer and fill in a wetland to construct a road. Approximately 3,697 cubic yards of fill would be placed in 0.44 acres of wetland for the construction of two road crossings and a pre-treatment and stormwater management basin. A total of 0.69 acres of wetland mitigation is being proposed in the bottom of the proposed stormwater management detention basin. The purpose of the project is to construct a residential development known as Cobblestone. The proposed project is located in Holland, Allegan County, Michigan. Information Contact: Ben Zimont, Land and Water Management Division, 616-567-3567.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING ALBAR INDUSTRIES (SRN: N0802), LAPEER, LAPEER COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for a painting 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 stationary source. The responsible official of the stationary source is Edward May, President, 780 Whitney Drive, Lapeer, Michigan 48446. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Ken Damrel, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Shiawassee District Office, 10650 Bennett Drive, Morrice, Michigan 48857. If requested in writing by September 27, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Ken Damrel, Air Quality Division, 517-625-4663.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING GENERAL MOTORS POWERTRAIN GROUP - WILLOW RUN PLANT (SRN: B2052), YPSILANTI, WASHTENAW COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of automotive transmission manufacturing 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 stationary source. The responsible official of the stationary source is Kingsley P. Wootton, Plant Manager, and Joe Bibeau, Director of Utilities Operations, General Motors Powertrain Group – Willow Run Plant, Mailcode 481-700-130, Ypsilanti, Michigan 48198. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Glen Erickson, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Jackson District Office, 301 East Louis Glick Highway, Jackson, Michigan 49201. If requested in writing by September 27, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Glen Erickson, Air Quality Division, 517-780-7851.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2001
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE OF THE MICHIGAN WATER QUALITY MONITORING ADVISORY BOARD MEETING. The Michigan Water Quality Monitoring Advisory Board (Board) will meet in the Hannah Building, Upper Level, Conference Room 3, 608 West Allegan, Lansing, Michigan. The purpose of the Board is to advise the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) on the design and implementation of the DEQ’s water quality monitoring strategy. Information Contact: Gary Kohlhepp, Surface Water Quality Division, 517-335-1289, or E-mail at kohlhepg@michigan.gov. 

SEPTEMBER 27, 2001
10:00 a.m.

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING WISCONSIN ELECTRIC POWER COMPANY (SRN: B4261), MARQUETTE, MARQUETTE COUNTY, for incorporation of Appendix 10 in the existing Renewable Operating Permit No. 199600230. If requested in writing by September 12, 2001, a public hearing will be held at the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Marquette District Office, 1990 US-41 South, Marquette, Michigan. Information Contact: Malcolm Mead-O’Brien, Air Quality Division, 906-228-6568.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2001
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY JEFF GECK, ALGONAC, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Clay Township Hall, 4710 Pointe Tremble Road, Clay Township, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 00-74-0197-P, submitted by Jeff Geck, 7236 Bayshore Drive, Algonac, Michigan. The applicant proposes to dredge about 3,972.7 cubic yards of material from a canal off Anchor Bay in Lake St. Clair in front of several lots. The proposal calls for the dredging to begin about 10 feet off-shore. About 2 feet of sediment would be removed from an area 842 feet long by 20 feet wide. The spoils would be disposed of at a privately owned upland site. The proposed project is located in Clay Township, St. Clair County, Michigan. Information Contact: Brian Bury, Land and Water Management Division, 734-953-1466.

OCTOBER 2, 2001
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY ECCLESIA, INC., DEARBORN HEIGHTS, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Monroe Charter Township Hall, 4925 West Dunbar Road, Monroe, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 01-58-0008-P, submitted by Ecclesia, Inc., 24067 Powers, Dearborn Heights, Michigan. The applicant proposes to place fill within a wetland/floodplain area to construct a road for a 116-lot residential subdivision. Approximately 550 cubic yards of fill material would be placed in 0.10 acres of wetland swale for the roadway. A total of 50,000 cubic yards of fill material would be placed in the floodplain of Woodchuck Creek. The proposed project is located in Monroe Township, Monroe County, Michigan. Information Contact: Adam Wygant, Land and Water Management Division, 517-780-7021.

OCTOBER 8, 2001
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY THE TILDEN MINING COMPANY L.L.C., ISPHEMING, MICHIGAN. The Geological Survey Division will hold a public hearing at the Tilden Township Hall, 3145 County Road PG, Ishpeming, Michigan 49849. The hearing will be for a mining and reclamation permit application submitted by the Tilden Mining Company L.L.C., P.O. Box 2000, Ispheming, Michigan. The applicant proposes to operate an open pit iron mine pursuant to Part 631, Reclamation of Mining Lands, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended. The mine is located in Tilden Township, Marquette County, Michigan. The application is available for public review at the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Negaunee Field Office, 184 Highway US 41 East, Negaunee, Michigan 49866, 906-475-2071, and at the Geological Survey Division, 735 E. Hazel Street, Lansing, Michigan 48912. Information Contact: Dr. S. Paul Sundeen, Geological Survey Division, 517-334-6959, or E-mail at sundeenp@michigan.gov. Decision-maker: Harold R. Fitch, Geological Survey Division Chief.

OCTOBER 9, 2001
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON A PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY THE EMPIRE IRON MINING PARTNERSHIP, PALMER, MICHIGAN. The Geological Survey Division will hold a public hearing at the Richmond Township Hall, 100 Smith Street, Palmer, Michigan 49871. The hearing will be for a mining and reclamation permit application submitted by The Empire Iron Mining Partnership, P.O. Box 38, Palmer, Michigan. The applicant proposes to operate an open pit iron mine pursuant to Part 631, Reclamation of Mining Lands, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended. The mine is located in Richmond Township, Marquette County, Michigan. The application is available for public review at the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Negaunee Field Office, 184 Highway US 41 East, Negaunee, Michigan 49866, 906-475-2071, and at the Geological Survey Division, 735 E. Hazel Street, Lansing, Michigan 48912. Information Contact: Dr. S. Paul Sundeen, Geological Survey Division, 517-334-6959, or E-mail at sundeenp@michigan.gov.  Decision-maker: Harold R. Fitch, Geological Survey Division Chief.

OCTOBER 10, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING ANR STORAGE COMPANY (SRN: B7198), MANCELONA, ANTRIM COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of an existing natural gas storage 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 J. P. Lucido, Senior Vice President, ANR Storage Company, 500 Renaissance, Detroit, Michigan 48243. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Bill Rogers, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Gaylord District Office, 2100 West M-32, Gaylord, Michigan 49735. If requested in writing by October 10, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Bill Rogers, Air Quality Division, 989-705-3406.

OCTOBER 10, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING CODING PRODUCTS, INC. (SRN: B6175), KALKASKA, KALKASKA COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a coating facility for polyethylene film. 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 Paul V. Archer, General Manager, Coding Products, Inc., 111 West Park Drive, Kalkaska, Michigan 49646. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Bill Rogers, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Gaylord Field Office, 2100 West M-32, Gaylord, Michigan 49735. If requested in writing by October 10, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Bill Rogers, Air Quality Division, 989-705-3406.

OCTOBER 10, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING GENERAL MOTORS NORTH AMERICAN FLINT OPERATIONS (SRN: A1178), FLINT, GENESEE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the manufacturing of 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 stationary source. The responsible officials of the stationary source are Gary Monsere, Regional Manager - Utility Services; Joe Choate, Plant Manager; David Waas, Site Manager; and Gordon Carncross, Plant Manager, 902 East Hamilton, Flint, Michigan 48550. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Chris Hare, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Shiawassee District Office, 10650 Bennett Drive, Morrice, Michigan 48857. If requested in writing by October 10, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Chris Hare, Air Quality Division, 517-625-4628.

OCTOBER 10, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION, WEST SAGINAW STREET COMPLEX LANSING PLANT (SRN: B1639), LANSING, INGHAM COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of two automobile assembly plants, a metal fabrication plant, and the Craft Centre. 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 Timothy Lee, SCG Manufacturing Manager, 30001 Van Dyke, Mail Code 480-210-165, Warren, Michigan 48090. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Martha McClellan, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Shiwassee District Office, 10650 Bennett, Morrice, Michigan 48857. If requested in writing by October 10, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Martha McClellan, Air Quality Division, 517-625-4614.

OCTOBER 10, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING HOLLAND BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS, 48TH STREET PEAKING STATION (SRN: N2586), HOLLAND, ALLEGAN COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of three combustion turbine generators. 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 David Koster, Power Resources Director, 625 Hastings Avenue, Holland, Michigan 49423. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Dennis Dunlap, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Kalamazoo District Office, 7953 Adobe Road, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49009. If requested in writing by October 10, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Dennis Dunlap, Air Quality Division, 616-567-3553.

OCTOBER 10, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING ROCK-TENN COMPANY (SRN: B4072), BATTLE CREEK, CALHOUN COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of boxboard manufacturing 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 stationary source. The responsible official of the stationary source is Orza (Bud) Kurtz, Senior Vice President/General Manager, 177 Angell Street, Battle Creek, Michigan 49015-1958. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Kirsten S. Clemens, P.E., Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Kalamazoo District Office, 7953 Adobe Road, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49009. If requested in writing by October 10, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Kirsten S. Clemens, P.E., Air Quality Division, 616-567-3548.

OCTOBER 10, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION, LANSING CRAFT CENTRE, NORTH AMERICAN CAR GROUP, 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. If requested in writing by October 10, 2001, a public hearing will be held on October 11, 2001 (see October 11 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: Jeffrey Studenka, Air Quality Division, 517-241-7622.

OCTOBER 11, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING VEMCO, INC., VENTURE GRAND BLANC (SRN: N1683), GRAND BLANC, GENESEE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a plastic parts painting 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 stationary source. The responsible official of the stationary source is David Brushaber, General Manager, VEMCO, Inc., Venture Grand Blanc, 10230 North Holly Road, Grand Blanc, Michigan 48439. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Ken Damrel, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Shiawassee District Office, 10650 Bennett Drive, Morrice, Michigan 48857. If requested in writing by October 11, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Ken Damrel, Air Quality Division, 517-625-4663.

OCTOBER 11, 2001
2:00 p.m.

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION, LANSING CRAFT CENTRE, NORTH AMERICAN CAR GROUP, LANSING, INGHAM COUNTY. Proposed consent order which will administratively resolve alleged air pollution control violations. If requested in writing by October 10, 2001, the public hearing will be held in the Hollister Building, 4^th Floor, AQD Conference Room, 106 W. Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. Information Contact: Jeffrey Studenka, Air Quality Division, 517-241-7622.

OCTOBER 17, 2001
10:00 a.m.

PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING PART 55, AIR POLLUTION CONTROL, NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1994 PA 451, AS AMENDED. The Air Quality Division will hold a public hearing on proposed revisions to Parts 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, and 11 of the Air Pollution Control Rules (ORR Nos. 2000-064EQ, 2000-065EQ, 2000-066EQ, 2000-067EQ, 2000-068EQ, 2000-069EQ, and 2000-070EQ). The proposed amendments will bring the Air Pollution Control Rules up to date with Executive Orders 1993-31 and 1995-18 by changing "commission" to "department" and correcting the department name and address, updating information regarding documents adopted by reference, and making other administrative corrections to the rules. The proposed rules can be viewed and downloaded from the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/AQD/rules/Proposed%20Amendments.htm.  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 October 17, 2001, and should be mailed to the address above. The public hearing will be held in the AQD Conference Room, Hollister Building, 4^th floor, 106 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. Information Contact: Jerald Trautman, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4855.

SEPTEMBER 11-14, 2001

MICHIGAN SECTION, AMERICAN WATER WORKS ASSOCIATION (AWWA) CONFERENCE, TREETOPS SYLVAN RESORT, GAYLORD, MICHIGAN. The conference begins on Tuesday, September 11, 2001, with a pre-conference seminar sponsored by the Michigan Section Water for People Committee. Conference registration begins on Tuesday afternoon, and the exhibit area opens for the day. Cost for a full conference registration is $245 for an AWWA member and $295 for a non-member if you register after August 11^th. For a full-conference attendance, 0.9 continuing education credits may be awarded. Information Contact: Eric Way, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-373-4752, or E-mail at waye@michigan.gov. 

SEPTEMBER 2001
8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

ZONING AND MANAGEMENT TOOLS FOR GROUNDWATER AND WELLHEAD PROTECTION. The Michigan Society of Planning (MSP) and the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s (MDEQ) Drinking Water and Radiological Protection Division, Wellhead Protection Program, are co-sponsoring this series of workshops on groundwater and wellhead protection. A wellhead protection program involves local government, planning officials, businesses, and community members. During this one-day course you will acquire the skills to protect your community’s water resources. The management tools presented in this course are eligible for grant match funding through the Wellhead Protection Grant Program. Cost: $35 which includes training materials, professional instruction, certificate of completion, and lunch. Registration and Information Contact: Michigan Society of Planning, 248-553-7526, or E-mail at info@planningmi.org. Information is also available at www.planningmi.org.

• 9/18/01 - Saginaw Plaza Hotel
• 9/19/01 - Kalamazoo Radisson Plaza Hotel
• 9/25/01 - Traverse City Holiday Inn
• 9/27/01 - Marquette Holiday Inn

SEPTEMBER 18, 2001
5:30 – 9:00 p.m.

MAEP’S ANNUAL PAST-PRESIDENTS REGIONAL MEETING, LAKE POINTE MANOR, HOWELL, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Association of Environmental Professionals (MAEP) is holding its annual regional meeting at the Lake Pointe Manor, 5768 E. Grand River, Howell, Michigan. Andrew Hogarth and Sarah Hession of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Environmental Response Division, will make a presentation on the use of statistics in the state remedial action and brownfield redevelopment programs. Cost: $35 for MAEP members; $70 for non-members. Information and Registration Contact: Lynne Kohon, Michigan Association of Environmental Professionals, 517-349-1970.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2001

CROSS CONNECTION SEMINAR–ADVANCED, MIDWAY MOTOR LODGE, LANSING, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Assistance Division and the Michigan Section of the American Water Works Association present this seminar to teach advanced principles of cross connection control as they relate to public water supply systems. Cost: $30, which includes lunch and handout materials. Contact: Koren Carpenter, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-241-7157, or E-mail at carpentk@michigan.gov. 

SEPTEMBER 25-26, 2001

IMPROVING EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE, KBS GULL LAKE CONFERENCE CENTER, HICKORY CORNERS, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Assistance Division and the Michigan Section of the American Water Works Association present this supervisor’s workshop. Penny Griffith of PG Associates will conduct "Improving Employee Performance," a workshop that presents a practical step-by-step method for analyzing the problems of human performance and provides a variety of new approaches for managers or supervisors to implement in correcting these problems. Cost: $250 which includes all meals from lunch on the day of arrival to lunch on the day of departure, coffee service, one night's lodging, reference materials and workbooks. Information Contact: Koren Carpenter, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-241-7157, or E-mail at carpentk@michigan.gov. 

SEPTEMBER 25-27, 2001

DETROIT 2001 ADVANCED PRODUCTIVITY EXPOSITION (APEX), COBO CENTER, DETROIT, MICHIGAN. The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME), the American Machine Distributors’ Association (AMTDA), and AMT-The Association for Manufacturing Technology present this metalworking and manufacturing exposition. Approximately 400 machine tool manufacturers and regional distributors will display and demonstrate the latest machine tools, metalworking technologies, and manufacturing processes. Conference sessions will also be provided on topics ranging from Six Sigma to Lean Manufacturing, as well as exhibitor-led Product and Technology Forums. DEQ’s Environmental Assistance Division will have a booth at the exposition, and staff will be available to answer questions. Exposition hours are Tuesday, September 25, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Wednesday, September 26, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Thursday, September 27, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Information Contact: SME Customer Service, 800-733-4763 or (outside the U.S. and Canada) 313-271-1500, extension 1600. Information is also available at www.sme.org/detroit. 

SEPTEMBER 27, 2001

CROSS CONNECTION SEMINAR–BASIC, CRYSTAL FALLS, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Assistance Division and the Michigan Section of the American Water Works Association present this basic cross connection seminar. Individuals will learn what cross connections are, where they are found, and how to eliminate them. Cost: $20, which includes lunch and handout materials. Information Contact: Koren Carpenter, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-241-7157, or E-mail at carpentk@michigan.gov. 

SEPTEMBER 27, 2001

STATE PERMITS, REPORTS, AND REGULATIONS WORKSHOP, WASHTENAW COUNTY LIBRARY LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER, ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN. The Washtenaw County Pollution Prevention Program presents this workshop featuring speakers from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Assistance Division, Washtenaw Local Emergency Planning Committee, and Washtenaw County Department of Environment and Infrastructure Services. Workshop speakers will discuss how a business can successfully navigate the maze of state permits and reports and provide advice on how to remain in compliance with various pollution prevention, environmental, and safety regulations. Information Contact: Vince Daniel, Washtenaw County Pollution Prevention Program, 734-971-4542, extension 2018.

OCTOBER 1-3, 2001

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM SHORT COURSE, HIGGINS LAKE, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Assistance Division and the Michigan Section of the American Water Works Association present this three-day course. The course will provide water utility personnel basic information related to distribution systems. 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; winter maintenance; pumps, motors, and well houses; and chlorination. Cost: $175 which includes all meals from lunch on the day of arrival through lunch on the day of departure, coffee service, two nights lodging, and course materials. Information and Registration Contact: Koren Carpenter, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-241-7157, or E-mail at carpentk@michigan.gov. 

OCTOBER 1-3, 2001

BASIC MATH & HYDRAULICS SHORT COURSE, HIGGINS LAKE, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Assistance Division and the Michigan Section of the American Water Works Association present this three-day course. The course will allow water utility personnel an opportunity to acquire basic information in the subjects of math and hydraulics. Topics include use of a calculator, operational math, calculation of areas and volumes, velocity and rates, basic hydraulics, weight, density, specific gravity, pressure calculations, friction and head loss, hydraulic gradient or slope, continuity equation, and chlorination calculations. Cost: $175 which includes all meals from lunch on the day of arrival through lunch on the day of departure, mid-morning and afternoon coffee service, two nights lodging, and course materials. Information and Registration Contact: Koren Carpenter, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-241-7157, or E-mail at carpentk@michigan.gov. 

OCTOBER 2001

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS: WALKING THE EMS PATH. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Assistance Division and 27 co-sponsoring organizations are offering training on Environmental Management Systems (EMS). The workshop explains how a company can implement an EMS and improve operations, avoid costly environmental mistakes, increase employee participation, and enhance public image, while potentially improving its financial bottom line. In addition, an easy-to-follow manual that small- and medium-sized businesses and other organizations can use to prepare an EMS will be provided. Cost: $60, which includes continental breakfast, lunch, workshop materials, and a copy of the DEQ’s Environmental Management System Guidance Manual. Register on-line at www.deq.state.mi.us/ead/eosect/workshop.html.  Registration Contact: Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or E-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov. 

• 10/02/01 - Ramada Inn, Marquette
• 10/04/01 - Waterfront Inn, Traverse City
• 10/09/01 - Apple Mountain, Freeland
• 10/11/01 - The Hotel Baronette, Novi
• 10/16/01 - Fetzer Center, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo

OCTOBER 9, 2001

BUSINESS INNOVATION THROUGH SUSTAINABILITY CONFERENCE, INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY, GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN. The West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum, in cooperation with the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Assistance Division, presents its 7^th annual conference on business sustainability. The featured speaker is Janine M. Benyus, author of Biomimicry: Innovation Inspired by Nature which explores the concept of using nature-based innovations to change the way we grow food, make products, harness energy, and conduct business. Other presentations include speakers on sustainable business strategies, innovative business development plans in Michigan, the development of other regional sustainable business networks, integrating clean into lean manufacturing techniques, and how to write research grants for eco-innovations. Cost: $75 in advance or $100 at door, includes refreshments and lunch. Information Contact: Bill Stough, 616-459-3737, or Lisa Locke, 616-451-3051.

OCTOBER 10-12, 2001

8^TH ANNUAL GROUND WATER CONFERENCE, CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN RESORT, THOMPSONVILLE, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Environmental Health Association, in cooperation with the Michigan Ground Water Association and the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Drinking Water and Radiological Protection Division, sponsors the 8^th Annual Ground Water Conference. The first day of the conference, October 10, consists of a well construction workshop. Sessions include well construction methods, well development, casing and screen installation, grouting, wellhead completion, pumping equipment, and pressure tanks, piping valves, and fittings. On October 11 and 12 the Ground Water conference offers concurrent sessions for the experienced sanitarian, environmental quality analyst, and those new to the field. Many topics will be offered including PCE cleanup, drinking water standards, the roles of various MDEQ Divisions in ground water protection, tracer dyes, geographical information systems, and criminal investigation case studies. Registration Contact: Michigan Environmental Health Association, 517-485-9033.

OCTOBER 23-25, 2001

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM SHORT COURSE, GULL LAKE, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Assistance Division and the Michigan Section of the American Water Works Association present this three-day course. The course will provide water utility personnel basic information related to distribution systems. 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; winter maintenance; pumps, motors, and well houses; and chlorination. Cost: $175 which includes all meals from lunch on the day of arrival through lunch on the day of departure, coffee service, two nights lodging, and course materials. Information and Registration Contact: Koren Carpenter, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-241-7157, or E-mail at carpentk@michigan.gov. 

OCTOBER 23-25, 2001

LIMITED TREATMENT SHORT COURSE, GULL LAKE, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Assistance Division and the Michigan Section of the American Water Works Association present this three-day course. The course will provide water utility personnel basic information related to limited treatment systems. Topics include basic math review, rules, safety, phosphate/corrosion control, iron removal, ion exchange softening, operation, miscellaneous treatment, wells, and hydraulics and pumps. Cost: $175 which includes all meals from lunch on the day of arrival through lunch on the day of departure, coffee service, two nights lodging, and course materials. Information and Registration Contact: Koren Carpenter, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-241-7157, or E-mail at carpentk@michigan.gov. 

OCTOBER 30, 2001

9^th ANNUAL GREAT LAKES REGION WASTE REDUCTION & ENERGY EFFICIENCY WORKSHOP, BURTON MANOR, LIVONIA, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Assistance Division, along with 25 trade associations, companies, utilities, and governments, is once again sponsoring this event. Dave Kling, Acting Deputy Director at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics, opens the workshop and presents "New Directions in Pollution Prevention." The remainder of the day’s agenda packs information into concurrent sessions within five tracks: Design for the Environment, Reuse and Recycling, Energy Efficiency, Pollution Prevention, and Environmental Management Systems. Participants can select sessions within any track, maximizing their chances of obtaining information most critical to their needs. They can also sign up for Iowa’s Mobile Outreach for Pollution Prevention (MOPP) equipment demonstrations, including antifreeze reclamation units, a solvent still, a hot soap degreaser, an alternative solvent parts washer, used oil filter processor, alternative cleanser parts washers, a paint gun washer, and other waste reduction equipment. In addition, a resource area will be open during breaks and for a half-hour after lunch where trade associations, utilities, educational institutions, government, and nonprofit organizations will have displays and be available to answer questions. Cost: $50, which includes continental breakfast, lunch, entrance into displays, MOPP equipment demonstrations, and workshop materials. Register on-line at www.deq.state.mi.us/ead/eosect/workshop.html. Registration Contact: Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or E-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov. 

NOVEMBER 6-7, 2001

U.P. DISTRIBUTION SEMINAR, TERRACE INN, ESCANABA, MICHIGAN. Information Contact: Koren Carpenter, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-241-7157, or E-mail at carpentk@michigan.gov. 

NOVEMBER 7, 2001

WASTEWATER CERTIFICATION EXAMS, STATEWIDE LOCATIONS. Information Contact: Jan Morris, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-373-4755, or E-mail at morrisj@michigan.gov. 

NOVEMBER 8, 2001

DRINKING WATER CERTIFICATION EXAMS, STATEWIDE LOCATIONS. Information Contact: Koren Carpenter, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-241-7157, or E-mail at carpentk@michigan.gov. 

NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2001

LIFE AFTER ROP: RENEWABLE OPERATING PERMIT REPORTING AND MODIFICATIONS. Information Contact: James Ostrowski, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-241-8057, or E-mail at ostrowsj@michigan.gov. 

• 11/27/01 - Holiday Inn-Gateway Centre, Flint
• 11/29/01 - Sylvan Treetops Resort, Gaylord
• 12/04/01 - DoubleTree, Novi
• 12/06/01 - Radisson Plaza Hotel, Kalamazoo
• 12/11/01 - Travel Lodge (formerly Van Dyke Conference Center), Warren
• 12/13/01 - Airport Hilton, Grand Rapids