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PART I: ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES, PERMITTING, AND RELATED REGULATIONS

The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality has completed the first half of its move into the North Tower of Constitution Hall and has established dates for the second half of its move to the South Tower of Constitution Hall at 525 W. Allegan Street, Lansing. Public parking is available in a lot east of and adjacent to Constitution Hall. There is also on-street, metered parking in the vicinity. Uniformed security personnel check the identification of all visitors and employees entering the building.

Constitution Hall 6th Floor South Tower – Move Complete
Office of Automation Coordination
Office of the Great Lakes
Office of Business Services
Finance and Business Services Division
Office of Criminal Investigations
Office of Personnel Services
Executive Office

Constitution Hall 5th Floor South Tower
Attorney General: January 8-9-10
Michigan Environmental Science Review Board:
January 8-9-10
Office of Special Environmental Projects: January 8-9-10
Office of Internal Audit: January 8-9-10
Storage Tank Division: January 8-9-10
Office of Financial Management: January 15-16-17

Constitution Hall 4th Floor South Tower
Auditor General: January 29-30-31
Environmental Response Division: January 29-30-31

Constitution Hall 3rd Floor South Tower
Environmental Response Division: January 29-30-31
Low Level Radioactive Waste Authority: February 5-6-7
Surface Water Quality Division: February 5-6-7

Constitution Hall 2nd Floor South Tower
Surface Water Quality Division: February 5-6-7

Constitution Hall 1st Floor South Tower
Land and Water Management Division:
February 12-13-14

Constitution Hall Atrium South Tower
Office of Administrative Hearings: February 12-13-14

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATON, LANSING, EATON COUNTY, proposed conditional approval for a Permit to Install application for modification of an existing automobile and light duty truck assembly plant. The facility is located at 2801 West Saginaw, Lansing. Public comment will be taken through January 22, 2002, and a public hearing will be held on January 22, 2002 (see January 22 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: Mark Mitchell, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7077. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

HILLMAN POWER COMPANY, HILLMAN, MONTMORENCY COUNTY, proposed conditional approval for a Permit to Install application to increase the use of tire-derived fuel in the existing electric power plant. The facility is located at 750 Progress Street, Hillman. Public comment will be taken through January 16, 2002. An informal public open house and a public hearing will be held on January 16, 2002 (see January 16 listings in this calendar). Information Contact: David Riddle, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7081. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

BFI WASTE SYSTEMS OF NORTH AMERICA, INC., COOPER TOWNSHIP, KALAMAZOO 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 January 2, 2002, to Tom Andrzejewski, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by January 2, 2002, 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

C. H. SMITH COMPANY, INC., CHARLEVOIX, CHARLEVOIX 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 January 16, 2002, to Tom Shanley, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by January 16, 2002, 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

METALDYNE MACHINING AND ASSEMBLY COMPANY, INC., LITCHFIELD, HILLSDALE 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 January 16, 2002, to Kimberly Nault, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by January 16, 2002, 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

THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN HOSPITAL, ANN ARBOR, WASHTENAW 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 January 16, 2002, to Kimberly Nault, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by January 16, 2002, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Kimberly Nault, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7035. Decision-maker: Dennis Drake, Air Quality Division Chief.

ENVIRONMENTAL ASSISTANCE DIVISION

CLEAN CORPORATE CITIZEN DESIGNATION, VISTEON CORPORATION-MILAN PLANT, MILAN, MONROE COUNTY. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality has received an application for Clean Corporate Citizen (C3) designation from Visteon Corporation-Milan Plant, in Milan, as provided for under Administrative Rules R324.1507 to R324.1511: Clean Corporate Citizen Program. A decision on the C3 designation approval or disapproval will be made by February 11, 2002. 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. Information Contact: Valerie Haan, Environmental Assistance Division, 517-241-0231. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

LAND AND WATER MANAGEMENT DIVISION

PROPOSED PRIVATE USE AGREEMENT, HURON COUNTY. Proposed private use agreement of 3.70 acres of filled Lake Huron public trust bottomlands for recreational purposes in the City of Sebewaing. File LH 432. Information Contact: Tom Graf, Land and Water Management Division, 517-335-3471. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

WASTE MANAGEMENT DIVISION
Statewide

GENERAL PERMIT EXEMPTION FOR SPENT DRILLING FLUIDS. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (Department) proposes to issue a general exemption for certain materials used in the completion or decommissioning of boreholes or wells. These materials include drilling fluids, grouts, and casing sealing material (e.g., cement, bentonite). The general exemption will apply either at the point of generation or an off-site location if the requirements of Part 31, Water Resources Protection, Part 115, Solid Waste Management, and Part 121, Liquid Industrial Wastes (if applicable) of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended, are met. Prior to 1993 general exemptions were issued by the Water Resources Commission pursuant to R 323.2209 (2) of the Part 22 Ground Water Quality Rules, adopted August 29, 1980. The Part 22 Rules have been amended and revised effective August 26, 1999. This general exemption will be the first using R 323.2210 (y) of the new rules as a basis. In addition to comments concerning this general exemption, the Department also encourages comments regarding the process being proposed. A final decision is expected by January 30, 2002. Information Contact and Decision-maker: Lonnie C. Lee, Waste Management Division, 517-373-4735, or E-mail at leelc@michigan.gov. 

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 February 6, 2002 (see February 6 listing in this calendar) on a proposed revision to R 336.1122 (ORR No. 2001-072EQ). The proposed amendment to R 336.1122(f) for the definition of volatile organic compound will delete references to photochemical reactivity and vapor pressure of materials in surface coatings to make the definition as stringent as the federal definition. The proposed rules can be viewed 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, 525 West Allegan Street, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7760. Written comments will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on February 6, 2002, and should be mailed to the address above. Information Contact: Jerald Trautman, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4855. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

JANUARY 2, 2002

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING BFI WASTE SYSTEMS OF NORTH AMERICA, INC., COOPER TOWNSHIP, KALAMAZOO 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 January 2, 2002, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Tom Andrzejewski, Air Quality Division, 517-373-0134.

JANUARY 2, 2002

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING STEELCASE INC., GRAND RAPIDS COMPLEX (SRN: N0980), GRAND RAPIDS, KENT COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft Renewable Operating Permit for the manufacturing of metal office furniture. 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 Baker, Senior Vice President of Operations, 1120 - 36^th Street SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49508. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Teresa Kinder, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Grand Rapids District Office, State Office Building, 6^th Floor, 350 Ottawa NW, Unit 10, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. If requested in writing by January 2, 2002, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Teresa Kinder, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0500.

JANUARY 3, 2002

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING GRUMMAN OLSON (SRN: N0879), STURGIS, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the production of delivery trucks. 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 James McConnell, President, 71080 Centerville Road, Sturgis, Michigan 49091. 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 January 3, 2002, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Kirsten S. Clemens, P.E., Air Quality Division, 616-567-3548.

JANUARY 3, 2002
3:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY SUE SAMELAK, TROY, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Chester Township Hall, 1737 Big Lake Road, Gaylord, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 01-69-0021-P, submitted by Sue Samelak, 4232 Bristol, Troy, Michigan. The applicant proposes to place 67 cubic yards of fill (crushed stone) in 0.026 acres of wetland and in Ranger Lake for the construction of an access road to the lake for use as a boat launch. Approximately 75 cubic yards of silt and organic material would be removed from the wetland and lake bed for the construction of the boat ramp. The applicant also proposes to construct a 4 foot x 40 foot removable dock. The proposed project is located in Chester Township, Otsego County, Michigan. Information Contact: Lori Silagy, Land and Water Management Division, 989-705-3436.

JANUARY 7, 2002
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY JAMES PALMATEER, NORTH STREET, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Grant Township Hall, 7942 Wildcat Road, Jeddo, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 01-74-0127-P, submitted by James Palmateer, 4555 Vincent Road, North Street, Michigan. The applicant proposes to install two 20-linear-foot sections of 16 foot x 5 foot-2 1/2 inch pipe within an unnamed creek and place 475 cubic yards of fill within approximately 0.05 acres of wetland for the construction of a driveway crossing. All activities are proposed to service a residential home. The proposed project is located in Grant Township, St. Clair County, Michigan. Information Contact: Brian Bury, Land and Water Management Division, 734-953-1466.

JANUARY 8, 2002
9:30 a.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 has formed 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 to discuss Parts 3 and 4 of the proposed rules has been scheduled to be held at the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Geological Survey Division Conference Room, Constitution Hall, 4^th Floor North Tower, 525 W. Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. The proposed rules can be viewed on the GSD website at www.deq.state.mi.us/gsd. Information Contact: Susan Maul, Geological Survey Division, 517-241-1552, or E-mail at mauls@michigan.gov. 

JANUARY 8, 2002
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY THOMAS AND BETH RINGS, GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Belvidere Township Hall, 101 Center Street, Six Lakes, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 01-59-0053-P, submitted by Thomas and Beth Rings, 1453 Riverton, Grand Rapids, Michigan. The applicants propose to place approximately 667.4 cubic yards of fill within wetland for the purpose of constructing a lake-front, single-family home on a portion of Lot 5 in Cedar Point Subdivision on Horseshoe Lake. The proposed project is located in Belvidere Township, Montcalm County, Michigan. Information Contact: David Price, Land and Water Management Division, 616-356-0269.

JANUARY 15, 2002
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY Q INDUSTRIAL, LLC, WIXOM, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Lyon Charter Township Hall, 58000 Grand River Avenue, New Hudson, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 01-63-0435-P, submitted by Q Industrial, LLC, 49397 Shafer Avenue, Wixom, Michigan. The applicant proposes to place fill within a wetland area for the development of an industrial park/research center with associated access drives. Approximately 7,970 cubic yards of fill material would be placed within 3.82 acres of wetland. About 5.9 acres of wetland would be created within upland for mitigation. The proposed project is located in Lyon Charter Township, Oakland County, Michigan. Information Contact: Todd Losee, Land and Water Management Division, 734-953-1461.

JANUARY 16, 2002

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING C. H. SMITH COMPANY, INC., CHARLEVOIX, CHARLEVOIX 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 January 16, 2002, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Tom Shanley, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7056.

JANUARY 16, 2001

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING METALDYNE MACHINING AND ASSEMBLY COMPANY, INC., LITCHFIELD, HILLSDALE 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 Kimberly Nault, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by January 16, 2002, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Kimberly Nault, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7035.

JANUARY 16, 2002

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN HOSPITAL, ANN ARBOR, WASHTENAW 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 Kimberly Nault, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. If requested in writing by January 16, 2002, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Kimberly Nault, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7035.

JANUARY 16, 2002
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

INFORMAL OPEN HOUSE REGARDING HILLMAN POWER COMPANY, HILLMAN, MONTMORENCY COUNTY, proposed conditional approval for a Permit to Install application to increase the use of tire-derived fuel in the existing electric power plant. The facility is located at 750 Progress Street, Hillman. The informal public open house will be held in the Multi-Purpose Room, Hillman Community Center, 24220 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hillman, Michigan. The public hearing will be held on January 16, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. (see January 16 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: David Riddle, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7081.

JANUARY 16, 2002
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING AND DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING HILLMAN POWER COMPANY, HILLMAN, MONTMORENCY COUNTY, proposed conditional approval for a Permit to Install application to increase the use of tire-derived fuel in the existing electric power plant. The facility is located at 750 Progress Street, Hillman. The public hearing will be held in the Multi-Purpose Room, Hillman Community Center, 24220 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hillman, Michigan. Information Contact: David Riddle, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7081.

JANUARY 17, 2002
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY THE PULTE LAND DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, ROYAL OAK, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the City of Rochester Hills Auditorium, 1000 Rochester Hills Drive, Rochester Hills, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 01-63-0413-P, submitted by the Pulte Land Development Company, 26622 Woodward Avenue, Suite 110, Royal Oak, Michigan. The applicant proposes to construct road crossings by placing fill in wetlands, fill manmade ditches, construct several utility crossings, reconstruct two detention ponds, extend existing culverts, and add 5-foot wide sidewalks. The purpose of the project would be to construct a residential subdivision. The proposed project is located in the City of Rochester Hills, Oakland County, Michigan. Information Contact: David Wickens, Land and Water Management Division, 734-953-1509.

JANUARY 18, 2002

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING WEYERHAEUSER COMPANY, GRAYLING, CRAWFORD COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for modification of the pressed board manufacturing process. The facility is located at 4111 West Four Mile Road, Grayling. If requested by January 18, 2002, a public hearing will be held on January 23, 2002 (see January 23 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: David Ferrier, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7085.

JANUARY 22, 2002
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING AND DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATON, LANSING, EATON COUNTY, proposed conditional approval for a Permit to Install application for modification of an existing automobile and light duty truck assembly plant. The facility is located at 2801 West Saginaw, Lansing. The public hearing will be held in the Cafeteria, Sexton High School, 102 South McPherson, Lansing, Michigan. Information Contact: Mark Mitchell, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7077.

JANUARY 22, 2002
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC MEETING ON SITE ISSUES FOR THE ALLIED PAPER, INC./PORTAGE CREEK/KALAMAZOO RIVER SUPERFUND SITE, KALAMAZOO/ALLEGAN COUNTY. Items of discussion at this meeting will include: transition of site to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) lead, Risk Assessment updates, and results from the EPA sampling. The meeting will be held at the Plainwell Comfort Inn, 622 Allegan Street (M-89), Plainwell, Michigan, 616-685-9891. For additional information including directions to the Plainwell Comfort Inn please check the ERD website at www.deq.state.mi.us/erd/k-zoo/main.htm. Information Contact: Brian von Gunten, Environmental Response Division, 517-373-6808.

JANUARY 23, 2002
9:00 a.m.

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING WEYERHAEUSER COMPANY, GRAYLING, CRAWFORD COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for modification of the pressed board manufacturing process. The facility is located at 4111 West Four Mile Road, Grayling. If requested by January 18, 2002, a public hearing will be held in the Air Quality Division Conference Room, Constitution Hall, 3^rd Floor North, 525 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. Information Contact: David Ferrier, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7085.

JANUARY 23, 2002
3:00 – 5:00 p.m. and
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARINGS ON PROPOSED RULES FOR AQUATIC NUISANCE CONTROL, LANSING, MICHIGAN (ORR 2000-073-EQ). The Land and Water Management Division will conduct public hearings in the Symposium Room of the Best Western Midway Hotel, 7711 West Saginaw Highway, Lansing, Michigan (Exit 93-B off I-96). The hearings will be on proposed revisions to administrative rules promulgated pursuant to Part 125, Campgrounds, Swimming Areas, and Swimmers’ Itch, of the Public Health Code, 1978 PA 368, as amended; R 323.3101 through R 323.3110. The proposed revisions are intended to clarify and update permit application requirements, eliminate ambiguity associated with permit application review criteria, and specify the permit application and decision criteria for using fluridone in Michigan lakes. Information contact: Laura A. Esman, Land and Water Management Division, 517-241-8878, or E-mail at esmanl@michigan.gov. 

JANUARY 29, 2002
9:00 – 11:00 a.m.

PUBLIC MEETING OF THE BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT BOARD, LANSING, INGHAM COUNTY. A public meeting of the Brownfield Redevelopment Board (BRB) is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. at the Michigan Library and Historical Center, Lake Ontario Room, 3^rd floor, 717 W. Allegan, Lansing. The BRB will meet to prioritize newly discovered sites eligible for unexpended state cleanup funds under the State Sites Cleanup Program, pursuant to Section 20108c, PA 380 of 1996. Eligible sites are identified as environmentally contaminated properties that the state, as an owner or operator, is liable to remediate. Unexpended funds are previously allocated dollars saved from earlier state-liable site cleanups achieved under projected costs. The BRB consists of the directors of the departments of Environmental Quality and Management and Budget, and the president and chief executive officer of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. Information Contact: Sharon Picard, Office of Special Environmental Projects, 517-335-3666.

JANUARY 30, 2002
7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING AND DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING GREATER DETROIT RESOURCE RECOVERY FACILITY (SRN: M4148), DETROIT, WAYNE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a waste-to-energy facility. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the facility. Public comment will be taken through January 30, 2002, and should be submitted to Remilando Pinga, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Southeast Michigan District Office, 38980 Seven Mile Road, Livonia, Michigan 48152. Public comment will also be accepted at the hearing. The public hearing will be held at the Delray United Action Council, 7914 West Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, Michigan. Information Contact: Remilando Pinga, Air Quality Division, 734-953-1417.

JANUARY 31, 2002

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING CMS ANTRIM GAS COMPANY, SOUTH CHESTER CO2 REMOVAL FACILITY (SRN: N2940), JOHANNESBURG, OTSEGO COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the removal of carbon dioxide from the natural gas. 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 R. Sporer, Director of Engineering, 6250 Old State Road, Johannesburg, Michigan 49751. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to William Rogers, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, 2100 M-32 West, Gaylord, Michigan 49735-9282. If requested in writing by January 31, 2002, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: William Rogers, Air Quality Division, 989-705-3406.

JANUARY 31, 2002

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT ON A PROPOSED REMEDIAL ACTION PLAN FOR THE BELLEVUE GRAND TRUNK MERCAPTAN DRUMS SITE, EATON COUNTY. Public comment will be taken from December 31, 2001, to January 31, 2002, on a proposed remedial action plan (RAP) for the Bellevue Grand Trunk Mercaptan Drums property located at 210 and 220 S. Main, Bellevue. The RAP consists of a notice of aesthetic impact (NAI) that shall be filed with the Eaton County Register of Deeds for residual soil and groundwater contamination that remains on the property and is not expected to migrate off the property. The NAI shall run with the land. The mercaptan-based contaminants produce a skunk-like odor detectable at low odor thresholds. The mercaptan-based compounds in the soils and groundwater are detectable only if certain monitoring wells near the release area are sampled and if soils in the release area at 5’-9’ depth are disturbed. Previous remedial actions included the source removal of three leaking 55-gallon drums, 20 cubic yards mercaptan impacted soils, a groundwater study, and a feasibility study. Once the RAP is approved, the monitoring wells shall be properly abandoned. Comments should be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., January 31, to Rebecca Taylor, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Environmental Response Division, Shiawassee District Office 10650 Bennett Road, Morrice, Michigan 48857-9792; FAX: 517-625-5000. Information Contact: Rebecca Taylor, Environmental Response Division, 517-625-4681, or E-mail at taylorre@michigan.gov. 

FEBRUARY 6, 2002
5:00 p.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 be holding a public hearing on a proposed revision to R 336.1122 (ORR No. 2001-072EQ). The proposed amendment to R 336.1122(f) for the definition of volatile organic compound will delete references to photochemical reactivity and vapor pressure of materials in surface coatings to make the definition as stringent as the federal definition. The proposed rules can be viewed 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, 525 West Allegan Street, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7760. Written comments will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on February 6, 2002, and should be mailed to the address above. The public hearing will be held in the Air Quality Division Conference Room, Constitution Hall, 3^rd floor North, 525 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. Information Contact: Jerald Trautman, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4855.

JANUARY 2002

SARA Title III Tier Two Reporting Workshop. The DEQ’s Environmental Assistance Division, Michigan State Police, and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 5 are sponsoring this workshop for owners, operators, and environmental and safety personnel of facilities that have hazardous materials. Environmental consultants, LEPCs, and fire fighters can also benefit from the workshop. Presenters will share their expertise and experience to help facilities and local responders prepare for a chemical emergency. The workshop will feature a member of a hazardous materials incident team who will present details of an actual chemical release emergency and evaluate the effectiveness of the emergency response plan for that facility. Attendees are encouraged to bring a calculator. Cost: $50, which includes continental breakfast, lunch, 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. 

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

JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2002

"MICHIGAN AIR EMISSIONS REPORTING - INTRODUCTION TO MAERS" WORKSHOP. For the fourth consecutive year, the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality offers enhanced Michigan Air Emissions Reporting System (MAERS) software. Facilities subject to reporting of annual air emissions for 2001 will be using the new 2.2 version of the MAERS software, developed by the Air Quality Division. The "Introduction to MAERS" workshop explains how to use the MAERS software and provides step-by-step instructions on how to complete and submit an air emission report electronically. Workshop attendees will receive the new MAERS workbook and have the opportunity to meet with AQD district staff for one-on-one assistance. Cost: $50, which includes continental breakfast, boxed lunch, 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. 

• 1/24/02 - Sylvan Treetops Resort, Gaylord
• 1/29/02 - Holiday Inn Express, Belleville
• 1/31/02 - Ramada Inn and Conference Center, Flint
• 2/05/02 - Airport Hilton, Grand Rapids
• 2/07/02 - Van Dyke Park Suite Hotel and Conference Center, Warren

JANUARY 24, 2002

LAKE HURON WORKSHOP, THOMAS EDISON INN, PORT HURON, held by the Michigan Office of the Great Lakes and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Great Lakes National Program Office. The purpose of the workshop is to identify indicators, monitoring efforts, and additional actions necessary to continue progress toward "restoring and maintaining the chemical, physical, and biological integrity of the waters, tributaries, and nearshore terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems of Lake Huron" and to set priorities for future actions. The workshop will focus on the development of Lake Huron Indicators for critical pollutants, physical habitat, and fisheries, and will identify priority actions for the protection and restoration of important ecological areas and Areas of Concern. The luncheon speaker is Dr. Gail Krantzberg, Director, International Joint Commission, Great Lakes Regional Office. Registration Information: Lake Huron Initiative, www.deq.state.mi.us/ogl/huron.html, or Jim Bredin, Office of the Great Lakes, 517-335-4232, or E-mail at bredinj@michigan.gov.

FEBRUARY 21, 2002

SOIL EROSION CONTROL CONCEPTS 2002: 1^ST ANNUAL WEST MICHIGAN CONFERENCE AND EXPO, CROWNE PLAZA, GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality and the West Michigan Soil Erosion Control Network, in cooperation with over a dozen other co-sponsoring organizations, present this first annual conference and exposition for builders, contractors, developers, engineers, regulators, and public works officials. Agenda items include information on state and federal storm water and soil erosion legislation, a significant river restoration project case study, and an overview of how the Michigan Department of Transportation implements soil erosion control devices on plans and on-site construction projects. Attendees will also learn how to use native Michigan plants to control erosion and manage storm water during development projects and how to establish soil erosion outreach partnerships and cultivate a stewardship ethic within the development community. An exhibit area where suppliers will showcase their soil erosion and sediment control equipment and related products is included. Cost: $50, which includes continental breakfast, lunch, workshop materials, and entrance into exhibits. 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. 

MARCH 13, 2002

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

MAY 6-8, 2002

SOCIETY OF MANUFACTURING ENGINEERS’ AUTOMOTIVE FINISHING 2002, NOVI HILTON, NOVI, MICHIGAN. Information Contact: Bernadette Demicoli, Continuing Education and Professional Development Division, SME, 313-271-1500, extension 2101, or E-mail at demiber@sme.org. 

JUNE 23-26, 2002

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROFESSIONALS 27^TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE: "ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP – REBUILDING AND MAINTAINING AMERICA’S RESOURCES," HYATT REGENCY, DEARBORN, MICHIGAN. Information Contact: Donna Carter, National Association of Environmental Professionals, 863-679-3852, or E-mail at conference@naep.org.