The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is relocating in downtown Lansing. Starting November 6, 2001, and ending February 14, 2002, all of the various DEQ divisions will relocate their administrative offices in phases to one new location at 525 W. Allegan Street in downtown Lansing. The new building will be called "Constitution Hall" – it sits on the site where the state’s 1963 Constitution was drafted. Approximately 920 DEQ employees will have their offices there. All telephone numbers, including fax numbers, will remain the same except for: (a) Geological Survey and (b) Drinking Water and Radiological Protection, which will receive new telephone and fax numbers. For mailing purposes, specific Post Office Box numbers will remain the same.

This attractive new building adds an impressive dimension to the skyline of the State Capitol city. Permit applicants, vendors, contractors, and the general public can now conduct all of their DEQ business at one location, within one block of the State Capitol dome. Constitution Hall is also one block from the Library/Historical Museum and within one block of 12 other state government departments.

Stay tuned for further updates concerning which division in DEQ moves when and to what floor of Constitution Hall.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

INDECK-NILES L.L.C., NILES, CASS COUNTY, proposed conditional approval for a permit application for installation of four natural gas-fired turbines. The facility will be located at 2200 Progressive Avenue, Niles, Michigan. Public comment will be taken through October 23, 2001, and an informational meeting and public hearing will be held on October 23, 2001 (see October 23 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: Lori Peacock, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7082. Decision-maker: Richard Johns, Air Quality Division Assistant Chief.

WASTE MANAGEMENT DIVISION

CITIZENS DISPOSAL, INC., LANDFILL, GENESEE COUNTY, MUNDY TOWNSHIP. Consideration of a Part 115 solid waste construction permit application for the lateral and vertical expansion of the existing municipal solid waste landfill. A decision on the permit application is expected by December 18, 2001. Information Contact: Seth Phillips, Waste Management Division, 517-625-4632, or E-mail at phillish@michigan.gov. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

CARROLL PRODUCTS, INC., STERLING HEIGHTS, MACOMB COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/enforcement/consent.html. Submit written comments by October 24, 2001, to Rick Taszreak, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by October 24, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Rick Taszreak, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4826. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

KELLOGG COMPANY, BATTLE CREEK, 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 October 24, 2001, to Tom Andrzejewski, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by October 24, 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

OWENS-ILLINOIS CLOSURES, INC., CONSTANTINE, ST. JOSEPH 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 24, 2001, to Tom Andrzejewski, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by October 24, 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

PPI AEROSPACE COMPANY, WARREN, MACOMB COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/enforcement/consent.html. Submit written comments by October 24, 2001, to Rick Taszreak, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by October 24, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Rick Taszreak, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4826. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

HOMRICH, INC., CARLETON, MONROE COUNTY, AND STATE OF MICHIGAN, DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET, 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 November 7, 2001, to Rick Taszreak, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 7, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Rick Taszreak, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4826. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

PLASTIC PLATE, INC., A SUBSIDIARY OF LACKS ENTERPRISES, INC., GRAND RAPIDS, KENT COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/enforcement/consent.html. Submit written comments by November 7, 2001, to Teresa Kinder, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, State Office Building, 350 Ottawa, NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. If requested in writing by November 7, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Teresa Kinder, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0227. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

ACHESON INDUSTRIES, INC., PORT HURON, 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 November 21, 2001, to Rick Taszreak, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 21, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Rick Taszreak, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4826. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

BAGLEY PROCESSING COMPANY, BAGLEY TOWNSHIP, OTSEGO COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/enforcement/consent.html. Submit written comments by November 21, 2001, to Tom Shanley, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 21, 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

GLOBAL ALLOYS, INC., TROY, OAKLAND COUNTY, AND CITY OF INKSTER, INKSTER, WAYNE 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 November 21, 2001, to Rick Taszreak, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 21, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Rick Taszreak, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4826. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

S. D. WARREN COMPANY, MUSKEGON, MUSKEGON 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 November 21, 2001, to Jeff Studenka, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 21, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Jeff Studenka, Air Quality Division, 517-241-7622, or Tim McGarry, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4615. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE DIVISION

REVITALIZATION LOAN APPLICATION, CITY OF STURGIS, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY. Consideration of a Revitalization Loan for $509,450 to fund environmental investigations and demolition at the Newport property and the Paramount property, located on Jacob and St. Joseph Streets in the city of Sturgis. The intended reuse is residential. Information Contact: Carol Skillings, Environmental Response Division, 517-335-6871, or E-mail at skillinc@michigan.gov. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

LAND AND WATER MANAGEMENT DIVISION

PROPOSED WETLAND MITIGATION BANK IN HUMBOLDT TOWNSHIP, MARQUETTE COUNTY. The Land and Water Management Division has received a proposal for a wetland mitigation bank in Town 47N, Range 29W, Section 2, Humboldt Township, Marquette County. The administrative rules for wetland mitigation banking allow for the use of credits from established mitigation banks to fulfill permit requirements associated with wetland permits. The bank sponsor proposes to create 41 acres of wetland in the Escanaba River watershed near the Middle Branch Escanaba River, consisting of 22.1 acres of forested wetland, 12 acres of scrub-shrub wetland, and 6.9 acres of emergent wetland. Written comments should be submitted to Amy Lounds, Land and Water Management Division, P.O. Box 30458, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7958, no later than October 30, 2001. Information Contact: Amy Lounds, Land and Water Management Division, 517-241-8169. Decision maker: Richard A. Powers, Land and Water Management Division Chief.

NONE

OCTOBER 23, 2001

EXTENSION OF DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING DETROIT EDISON GREENWOOD ENERGY CENTER (SRN: B6145), AVOCA, ST. CLAIR COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of the power plants. 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 James Evans, Plant Manager for Greenwood Energy Center, and David Spiers, Manager ESO for Greenwood Energy Center Peakers, 7000 Kilgore Road, Avoca, Michigan 48006. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Bernardo B. Sia, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Southeast Michigan District Office, 38980 Seven Mile Road, Livonia, Michigan 48152. If requested in writing by October 23, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Bernardo B. Sia, Air Quality Division, 734-953-1416.

OCTOBER 23, 2001
5:30 p.m.

INFORMATIONAL MEETING REGARDING INDECK-NILES L.L.C., NILES, CASS COUNTY, proposed conditional approval for a permit application for installation of four natural gas-fired turbines. The facility will be located at 2200 Progressive Avenue, Niles, Michigan. The informational meeting will be held in the Auditorium, Niles High School, 1441 Eagle Street, Niles, Michigan. A public hearing will follow the Informational Meeting, starting at 7:00 p.m. Information Contact: Lori Peacock, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7082.

OCTOBER 23, 2001
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING AND DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING INDECK-NILES L.L.C., NILES, CASS COUNTY, proposed conditional approval for a permit application for installation of four natural gas-fired turbines. The facility will be located at 2200 Progressive Avenue, Niles, Michigan. The public hearing will be held in the Auditorium, Niles High School, 1441 Eagle Street, Niles, Michigan. Information Contact: Lori Peacock, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7082.

OCTOBER 24, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING MODULAR POWER SYSTEMS, L.L.C. (SRN: N6604), COLDWATER, BRANCH COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of an electric power generating facility with ten modular diesel powered 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 Frederic Mayer, President, 14 Mount Pleasant Drive, Aston, Pennsylvania 19014. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Robert Alway, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Kalamazoo District Office, 7953 Adobe Road, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49009. If requested in writing by October 24, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Robert Alway, Air Quality Division, 616-567-3500, or E-mail at alwayr@michigan.gov. 

OCTOBER 24, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING THUMB ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE (SRN: N3517), UBLY , HURON COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of power plant units. 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 Mike Kruase, General Manager, 2231 Main Street, Ubly, Michigan 48475. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to George Eurich, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Saginaw Bay District Office, 503 North Euclid, Bay City, Michigan 48706. If requested in writing by October 24, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: George Eurich, Air Quality Division, 989-686-8025, extension 8255.

OCTOBER 24, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING CARROLL PRODUCTS, INC., STERLING HEIGHTS, MACOMB COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/enforcement/consent.html.  Submit written comments to Rick Taszreak, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by October 24, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Rick Taszreak, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4826.

OCTOBER 24, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING KELLOGG COMPANY, BATTLE CREEK, 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 to Tom Andrzejewski, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by October 24, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Tom Andrzejewski, Air Quality Division, 517-373-0134.

OCTOBER 24, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING OWENS-ILLINOIS CLOSURES, INC., CONSTANTINE, ST. JOSEPH 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 Andrzejewski, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by October 24, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Tom Andrzejewski, Air Quality Division, 517-373-0134.

OCTOBER 24, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING PPI AEROSPACE COMPANY, WARREN, MACOMB COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/enforcement/consent.html. Submit written comments to Rick Taszreak, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by October 24, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Rick Taszreak, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4826.

OCTOBER 24, 2001
9:00 a.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED WATER QUALITY TRADING RULES (ORR #99-036). The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Surface Water Quality Division, will conduct a public hearing on proposed water quality trading rules pursuant to Part 31, Water Resources Protection, Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended (Act 451), R 323.3001 to R 323.3025. This hearing is being held to meet the procedural requirement that rules be transmitted to the Joint Committee of Administrative Rules within one year of the public hearing date. The proposed rules being public noticed for a third public hearing include changes that have been made in response to public comments received between January 31, 2000, and June 14, 2000. These rules propose to establish a voluntary, statewide water quality trading program that will facilitate implementation of the federal clean water act and provide market-based incentives to improve water quality. The public hearing will be held in the G. Mennen Williams Auditorium, 525 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, Michigan. Copies of the proposed rules are available for inspection at all Surface Water Quality Division offices and the Surface Water Quality Division Internet Home Page www.deq.state.mi.us/swq. Information Contact: David Batchelor, Surface Water Quality Division, 517-373-2677.

OCTOBER 24, 2001
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY JEFF DORR, WATERFORD, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Waterford Fire Department Hall, 2495 Crescent Lake Road, Waterford, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 01-63-0214-P, submitted by Jeff Dorr, 4039 Lakefront, Waterford, Michigan. The applicant proposes to place approximately 1,400 cubic yards of fill in 0.19 acres of wetland and floodplain contiguous to Cass Lake. The proposed fill is for the construction of a single-family home. The proposed project is located in Waterford Township, Oakland County, Michigan. Information Contact: David Wickens, Land and Water Management Division, 734-953-1509.

OCTOBER 24, 2001
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY THE LAND & COMPANY, WYOMING, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Gaines Charter Township Hall, 1685 68th Street, SE, Caledonia, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 01-41-0131-P, submitted by the Land & Company, 1701 Porter, SW, Suite 6, Wyoming, Michigan. The applicant proposes to place fill within 2.15 acres of wetland and below the 100-year floodplain. The applicant also proposes placing three stormwater outlet structures in the Anderson and Fisk Drains. A 4.6-acre wetland mitigation area is proposed within the upland area. All activities would be for the construction of a proposed apartment complex with associated parking and access roads. The project is located in Gaines Charter Township, Kent County, Michigan. Information Contact: Charles Dodgers, Land and Water Management Division, 616-356-0258.

OCTOBER 25, 2001
2:30 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY CLIFFS LANDING ASSOCIATION, CAROL O’HALLORAN, PRESIDENT, YPSILANTI, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Charter Township of Ypsilanti Board Room, 7200 South Huron River Drive, Ypsilanti, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 01-81-0053-P, submitted by Cliffs Landing Association, Carol O’Halloran, President, 1625 Cliffs Landing, Ypsilanti, Michigan. The applicant proposes to receive an after-the-fact permit for the unpermitted placement of a seawall and fill in Ford Lake. Approximately 1,000 linear feet of steel seawall was constructed. The project is located in Ypsilanti Township, Washtenaw County, Michigan. Information Contact: Rick Schramm, Land and Water Management Division, 517-780-7915.

OCTOBER 26, 2001

INTENT TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FOR CLEAN CORPORATE CITIZEN DESIGNATION, VISTEON CORPORATION-MILAN PLANT, MILAN, MONROE COUNTY. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality has received notice from Visteon Corporation-Milan Plant of its intent to apply for Clean Corporate Citizen (C3) designation. The C3 program provides incentives for improved environmental protection. Regulated establishments that have demonstrated environmental stewardship can receive C3 designation and public recognition for their efforts and are entitled to certain regulatory benefits. As part of the application process, Visteon Corporation-Milan Plant will be accepting public comments and making its application available for public review until October 26, 2001. Contact Visteon Corporation-Milan Plant directly to submit comments or for information on reviewing the application. Written comments may also be submitted directly to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Environmental Assistance Division, P.O. Box 30457, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7957, Attn: Clean Corporate Citizen Program. Please include the specific facility name in any letters submitted for public comment. C3 Program Contact: Valerie Haan, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-241-0231. Information Contact: George Otto, Visteon Corporation-Milan Plant, 734-481-9819.

OCTOBER 29, 2001
7:00 p.m.

BARAGA COUNTY SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN UPDATE PUBLIC MEETING. The Waste Management Division (WMD) will hold a public meeting at the Baraga County Court House, 16 North Third Street, L'Anse, Michigan, for the purpose of taking public comment regarding the Baraga County Solid Waste Management Plan Update (Plan). The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, WMD, is required by law to prepare this Plan. Information Contact: Christina Miller, Waste Management Division, 517-373-4741, or E-mail at millerc1@michigan.gov. 

OCTOBER 30, 2001
1:30 p.m.

AD HOC ADMINISTRATIVE RULES COMMITTEE MEETING FOR PART 625, MINERAL WELLS, NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1994 PA 451, AS AMENDED. The Geological Survey Division is formulating an Ad Hoc Committee to participate in the rule development process for Part 625, Mineral Wells, which regulates the mineral well industry. The proposed rules (ORR #2001-075EQ) will rescind the current rules and implement new regulations that will improve, clarify, expand, and restructure the rules to provide more effective implementation of Part 625. A meeting has been scheduled to be held at the Holiday Inn South, 6820 S. Cedar Street, Executive Training Room, Lansing, Michigan. The proposed rules can be viewed on our website at www.deq.state.mi.us/gsd. Information Contact: Susan Maul, Geological Survey Division, 517-334-9763, or E-mail at mauls@michigan.gov. 

OCTOBER 30, 2001
7:00 p.m.

ONTONAGON COUNTY SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN UPDATE PUBLIC MEETING. The Waste Management Division (WMD) will hold a public meeting at the Ontonagon County Court House, Commissioners Meeting Room, 725 Greenland Road, Ontonagon, Michigan, for the purpose of taking public comment regarding the Ontonagon County Solid Waste Management Plan Update (Plan). The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, WMD, is required by law to prepare this plan. Information Contact: Christina Miller, Waste Management Division, 517-373-4741, or E-mail at millerc1@michigan.gov. 

NOVEMBER 1, 2001

INTENT TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FOR CLEAN CORPORATE CITIZEN DESIGNATION, HEMLOCK SEMICONDUCTOR CORPORATION, HEMLOCK, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality has received notice from Hemlock Semiconductor Corporation of its intent to apply for Clean Corporate Citizen (C3) designation. The C3 program provides incentives for improved environmental protection. Regulated establishments that have demonstrated environmental stewardship can receive C3 designation and public recognition for their efforts and are entitled to certain regulatory benefits. As part of the application process, Hemlock Semiconductor Corporation will be accepting public comments and making its application available for public review until November 1, 2001. Contact Kevin Lamb directly to submit comments or for information on reviewing the application. Written comments may also be submitted directly to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Environmental Assistance Division, P.O. Box 30457, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7957, Attn: Clean Corporate Citizen Program. Please include the specific facility name in any letters submitted for public comment. Information Contact: Kevin Lamb, Environmental Manager, Hemlock Semiconductor Corporation 989-642-5201.

NOVEMBER 5, 2001
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY THE LENAWEE COUNTY DRAIN COMMISSION, ADRIAN, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Rollin Township Hall, 730 Manitou Road, Manitou Beach, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 01-46-0025-P, submitted by the Lenawee County Drain Commission, 320 Springbrook Avenue, Adrian, Michigan. The applicant proposes to replace a culvert on West Ferndale Drive across Paradise Park Channel Drain, dredge approximately 963 cubic yards of sediment, and construct a minimum of 80 feet of seawall in the drain to alleviate stagnant water and odor problems and provide bank stabilization. The proposed project is located in Rollin Township, Lenawee County, Michigan. Information Contact: Adam Wygant, Land and Water Management Division, 517-780-7021.

NOVEMBER 6, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING S. D. WARREN COMPANY (SRN: A4203), MUSKEGON, MUSKEGON COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a kraft-pulping paper mill. 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 Mark Gardner, Vice President and Mill Manager, 2400 Lakeshore Drive, P.O. Box 0119, Muskegon, Michigan 49443-0119. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Stephen J. Lachance, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Grand Rapids District Office, 350 Ottawa, NW, Unit 10, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. If requested in writing by November 6, 2001, a public hearing will be held on November 14, 2001 (see November 14 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: Stephen J. Lachance, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0239.

NOVEMBER 6, 2001
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY RIVERQUEST LLC, BYRON CENTER, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Mecosta Township Hall, 19729 11 Mile Road, Big Rapids, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 01-54-0042-P, submitted by Riverquest LLC, 4107 - 82nd Street, Byron Center, Michigan. The applicant proposes to reconstruct an existing marina and relocate the existing boat launch on the Muskegon River (Hardy Pond). The project would include the construction of floating piers for 80 boat slips, dredging of approximately 1,200 cubic yards of material, and placing 650 cubic yards of rock riprap along 545 feet of shoreline. The proposed project is located in Mecosta Township, Mecosta County, Michigan. Information Contact: David Price, Land and Water Management Division, 616-356-0269.

NOVEMBER 7, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING HOMRICH, INC., CARLETON, MONROE COUNTY, AND STATE OF MICHIGAN, DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET, 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 Rick Taszreak, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 7, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Rick Taszreak, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4826.

NOVEMBER 7, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING KELLER BRASS COMPANY (SRN: A2464), GRAND RAPIDS, KENT COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of several paint booths, plating lines, and a halogenated degreaser used in the decorative furniture hardware manufacturing process. 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 Van Huis, Vice President, 955 Godfrey Avenue, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Jenifer Dixon, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Grand Rapids District Office, 350 Ottawa, NW, Unit 10, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. If requested in writing by November 7, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Jenifer Dixon, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0003.

NOVEMBER 7, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING PLASTIC PLATE, INC., A SUBSIDIARY OF LACKS ENTERPRISES, INC., GRAND RAPIDS, KENT COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/enforcement/consent.html. Submit written comments to Teresa Kinder, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, State Office Building, 350 Ottawa, NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. If requested in writing by November 7, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Teresa Kinder, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0227.

NOVEMBER 8, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING BFI WASTE SYSTEMS OF NORTH AMERICA, INC., AND GAS RECOVERY SYSTEMS, INC. (SRN: N2689), ERIE, MONROE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial 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 officials at the stationary source are Terrence Brotherton, BFI, 6505 Hagman Road, Erie, Michigan 48133; and Paul Bulla, Gas Recovery Systems, 1153 Oak Valley Drive, Suite 3, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48108. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Amy Stipcak, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Jackson District Office, 301 East Louis Glick Highway, Jackson, Michigan 49201. If requested in writing by November 8, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Amy Stipcak, Air Quality Division, 517-780-7908.

NOVEMBER 9, 2001

INTENT TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FOR CLEAN CORPORATE CITIZEN DESIGNATION, DEARBORN MID-WEST CONVEYOR, 20334 SUPERIOR ROAD, TAYLOR, MICHIGAN 48180. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality has received notice from Dearborn Mid-West Conveyor of its intent to apply for Clean Corporate Citizen (C3) designation. The C3 program provides incentives for improved environmental protection. Regulated establishments that have demonstrated environmental stewardship can receive C3 designation and public recognition for their efforts and are entitled to certain regulatory benefits. As part of the application process, Dearborn Mid-West Conveyor will be accepting public comments and making its application available for public review until November 9, 2001. Contact Dearborn Mid-West Conveyor directly to submit comments or for information on reviewing the application. Written comments may also be submitted directly to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Environmental Assistance Division, P.O. Box 30457, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7957, Attn: Clean Corporate Citizen Program. Please include the specific facility name in any letters submitted for public comment. Information Contact: Tom Druchniak, Dearborn Mid-West Conveyor, 734-288-4400.

NOVEMBER 14, 2001
7:00 p.m.

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING S. D. WARREN COMPANY (SRN: A4203), MUSKEGON, MUSKEGON COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a kraft-pulping paper mill. 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 Mark Gardner, Vice President and Mill Manager, 2400 Lakeshore Drive, P.O. Box 0119, Muskegon, Michigan 49443-0119. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Stephen J. Lachance, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Grand Rapids District Office, 350 Ottawa, NW, Unit 10, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. If requested in writing by November 6, 2001, a public hearing will be held at the Muskegon Center for Higher Education, Room 1100, 221 South Quarterline Road, Muskegon, Michigan. Information Contact: Stephen J. Lachance, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0239.

NOVEMBER 20, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING ESCANABA PAPER COMPANY, DIVISION OF MEAD CORPORATION (SRN: A0884), ESCANABA, DELTA COUNTY, for the proposed approval of Renewable Operating Permit #199600346 for the operation of a pulp and paper mill. 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 Keith Van Scotter, Vice-President Michigan Operations, P.O. Box 757, Escanaba, Michigan 49829. Comments on the proposed permit are to be submitted to Thomas Maki, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Marquette District Office, 1990 US-41 South, Marquette, Michigan 49855. If requested in writing by November 20, 2001, a public hearing will be held on November 27, 2001 (see November 27 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: Thomas Maki, Air Quality Division, 906-228-6568.

NOVEMBER 21, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING ALMOND PRODUCTS INC. (SRN: N6578), SPRING LAKE, OTTAWA COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of an existing automotive and metal parts coating 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 Joy Ponce, Vice President, 17150 148^th Avenue, Spring Lake, Michigan. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to John F. Fischer, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, 350 Ottawa, NW, Unit 10, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. If requested in writing by November 21, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: John F. Fischer, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0231.

NOVEMBER 21, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING ACHESON INDUSTRIES, INC., PORT HURON, 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 to Rick Taszreak, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 21, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Rick Taszreak, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4826.

NOVEMBER 21, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING BAGLEY PROCESSING COMPANY, BAGLEY TOWNSHIP, OTSEGO COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/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 November 21, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Tom Shanely, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7056.

NOVEMBER 21, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING GLOBAL ALLOYS, INC., TROY, OAKLAND COUNTY, AND CITY OF INKSTER, INKSTER, WAYNE COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the consent order and Staff Activity Report on the Internet at www.deq.state.mi.us/aqd/enforcement/consent.html. Submit written comments to Rick Taszreak, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 21, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Rick Taszreak, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4826.

NOVEMBER 21, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING S. D. WARREN COMPANY, MUSKEGON, MUSKEGON 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 Jeff Studenka, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by November 21, 2001, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Jeff Studenka, Air Quality Division, 517-241-7622, or Tim McGarry, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4615.

NOVEMBER 27, 2001
10:00 a.m.

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING ESCANABA PAPER COMPANY, DIVISION OF MEAD CORPORATION (SRN: A0884), ESCANABA, DELTA COUNTY, for the proposed approval of Renewable Operating Permit #199600346 for the operation of a pulp and paper mill. If requested in writing by November 20, 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: Thomas Maki, Air Quality Division, 906-228-6568.

OCTOBER 23, 2001
9:00 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.

"IT WAS JUST A LITTLE MERCURY SPILL" WORKSHOP, EBERHARD CENTER, GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY, GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN. The Ottawa and Kalamazoo County Environmental Health Departments, Michigan Department of Community Health, and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency present this workshop for anyone who works with mercury or responds to questions regarding mercury spills. Health professionals, first responders, firefighters, poison control, environmental and industry professionals are welcome. Attendees will learn the health effects of mercury, what to tell the public when a mercury spill has occurred, techniques for cleaning up mercury spills, and the initiatives that are underway to reduce mercury use. Steve Kratzer of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Environmental Assistance Division, will be a featured speaker. Seating is limited. Registration deadline is October 27, 2001. Cost: $5. Registration Contact: Ottawa County Health Department, 616-393-5645.

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 25, 2001
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

DEALING WITH RADON IN REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS AND NEW CONSTRUCTION, SHERATON INN, ANN ARBOR. The Washtenaw County Environmental Health Division and the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) are cosponsoring this mid-day workshop for real estate agents, appraisers, builders, architects, designers, home inspectors, code officials, and others involved in the housing industry. The workshop will provide an overview of radon with a focus on liability issues associated with general real estate transactions, as well as the construction techniques that reduce the potential for elevated indoor radon levels in new homes. Cost: $20 (lunch included). Registration Contact: Allison Schuster-McElroy, Washtenaw County Environmental Health, 734-971-4542, extension 2094. Information Contact: Sue Hendershott, Drinking Water and Radiological Protection Division, 800-RADON GAS (800-723-6642) or 517-335-8037.

OCTOBER 26, 2001
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

DEALING WITH RADON IN REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS AND NEW CONSTRUCTION, LIVINGSTON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT, HOWELL. The Livingston County Environmental Health Program and the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) are cosponsoring this mid-day workshop for real estate agents, appraisers, builders, architects, designers, home inspectors, code officials, and others involved in the housing industry. The workshop will provide an overview of radon with a focus on liability issues associated with general real estate transactions, as well as the construction techniques that reduce the potential for elevated indoor radon levels in new homes. Cost: $10 (light refreshments included). Registration Contact: Don Hayduk, Livingston County Environmental Health, 517-546-9858. Information Contact: Sue Hendershott, Drinking Water and Radiological Protection Division, 800-RADON GAS (800-723-6642) or 517-335-8037.

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 "Why We Struggle to Prevent America’s Pollution: The Paradox of Individual Corporate Incentive and Federal Environmental Policy in Addressing the Nation’s Industrial Pollution." 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. The DEQ’s Environmental Assistance and Air Quality Divisions present a one-day workshop to help Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) holders understand what is required of them after being issued an ROP. Speakers will provide information about certification and deviation reporting, as well as instruction on how to complete the associated reporting forms. Direction will also be given on the requirements associated with making changes and modifications at a facility after a permit has been issued. Attendees will receive a workbook specially designed for this workshop and will have an opportunity to meet one-on-one with Air Quality Division staff to discuss specific questions. Cost: $50, which includes continental breakfast, boxed lunch, and workbook. 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. 

• 11/27/01 - Holiday Inn-Gateway Centre, Flint
• 11/29/01 - Sylvan Treetops Resort, Gaylord
• 12/4/01 - DoubleTree, Novi
• 12/6/01 - Radisson Plaza Hotel, Kalamazoo
• 12/11/01 - Travel Lodge (formerly Van Dyke Conference Center), Warren
• 12/13/01 - Airport Hilton, Grand Rapids

NOVEMBER 29, 2001

AIR & WASTE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION EAST MICHIGAN CHAPTER’S FALL CONFERENCE 2001, WESTIN HOTEL, SOUTHFIELD, MICHIGAN. The Air & Waste Management Association East Michigan Chapter’s fall conference will focus on issues that affect the regulated community. Presentations on the effect of the power situation in California and efforts underway to prevent a similar situation in Michigan, the effects of terrorism on emergency response planning and implementation, and a judicial perspective on environmental justice are planned. Michigan Department of Environmental Quality speakers are also featured and will discuss proposed rules for environmental cleanup under Part 201, multi-media air audits, and air permitting. Information Contact: Bob Kimble, NTH Consultants, Ltd., 248-324-5376, or E-mail at rkimble@nthconsultants.com. 

NOVEMBER 29, 2001

AMERICAN WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION, TOPICAL LUNCHEON: OIL & GAS EXPLORATION UNDER THE GREAT LAKES, EAGLE CREST CONFERENCE CENTER, YPSILANTI, MICHIGAN. The Michigan State Section of the American Water Resources Association is sponsoring another in a series of topical luncheons. Hal Fitch, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Geological Survey Division, and Dave Dempsey, Michigan Environmental Council, will share their viewpoints regarding Oil & Gas Exploration Under the Great Lakes. Registration Information: Stephanie Smith, 517-353-3826, or www.mi-awra.org/lunch/Nov_29_Luncheon_2001. html.

DECEMBER 4, 2001

BETTER SITE DESIGN: CHANGING DEVELOPMENT RULES IN YOUR COMMUNITY, LAKE POINTE MANOR, HOWELL, MICHIGAN. The Watershed Management Committee of the Michigan Water Environment Association (MWEA) and the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, among others, are co-sponsoring this one-day seminar on how better site designs can protect our streams, lakes, and wetlands. A handbook published by the Center for Watershed Protection will be used as a textbook and will be provided to every registered attendee. The speakers will examine current practices in Michigan, detail the economic and environmental benefits, and present case studies that demonstrate the principles of better site designs. For more information and a registration form, please contact the MWEA, 517-487-1991, or michwea@netscape.net; or Fred Cowles, Surface Water Quality Division, 517-335-4127.

JANUARY 2002

SARA TITLE III TIER TWO REPORTING WORKSHOP. Information Contact: Susan Parker, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-335-4650, or E-mail at parkerse@michigan.gov. 

• 1/22/02 - DoubleTree, Novi
• 1/24/02 - Eberhard Center, Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids

JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2002

MICHIGAN AIR EMISSIONS REPORTING SYSTEM WORKSHOP. Information Contact: Jim Ostrowksi, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-241-8057, or E-mail at ostrowsj@michigan.gov. 

• 1/24/02 - Sylvan Treetops Resort, Gaylord
• 1/29/02 - Holiday Inn Express, Belleville
• 1/31/02 - Ramada Inn and Conference Center, Flint
• 2/5/02 - Airport Hilton, Grand Rapids
• 2/7/02 - Travel Lodge (formerly Van Dyke Conference Center), Warren

FEBRUARY 21, 2002

WEST MICHIGAN SOIL EROSION CONTROL CONFERENCE AND EXPOSITION, CROWNE PLAZA, GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN. Information Contact: Barbara Spitzley, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-373-9283, or E-mail at spitzleb@michigan.gov. 

MARCH 13, 2002

"SOIL EROSION CONTROL FOR ROADS: DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, AND MAINTENANCE" CONFERENCE AND EXPOSITION, NORTHFIELD HILTON, TROY, MICHIGAN. Information Contact: Barbara Spitzley, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-373-9283, or E-mail at spitzleb@michigan.gov.