PART I:  ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES, PERMITTING, AND RELATED REGULATIONS

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

MICHIGAN PAVING AND MATERIALS COMPANY, BLACKMAN TOWNSHIP, JACKSON COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for modification and operation of an existing hot mix asphalt facility. The facility is located at 1600 North Elm Street, Jackson, Michigan. New Source Review public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. Public comment will be taken through January 10, 2007. If requested by January 10, 2007, a hearing will be held January 17, 2007 (see January 17 listing in this calendar). Written comments should be sent to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909, to the attention of Lynn Fiedler, Permit Section Supervisor. Information Contact: David Riddle, Air Quality Division, 517‑373‑7081. Decision-maker: G. Vinson Hellwig, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

PAMAR ENTERPRISES, CHESTERFIELD TOWNSHIP, MACOMB COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed draft permit and Consent Order. The draft permit is for operation of a portable nonmetallic mineral crushing operation, and the draft Consent Order is to resolve the alleged violations of the Clean Air Act as well as address the Permit to Install. The facility is located at 52011 Gratiot Avenue, Chesterfield Township, Michigan. You may obtain copies of the draft Consent Order, draft permit, and Staff Activity Reports on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. Public comment will be taken through January 8, 2007. Written comments should be sent to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909, to the attention of Lynn Fiedler, Permit Section Supervisor. A public hearing and an informal open house will be held on January 8, 2007 (see January 8 listing in this calendar). Information contact for consent order: Thomas Andrzejewski, Air Quality Division, 517-373-0134. Information contact for permit: Matt Hall, Air Quality Division 517‑241‑2144. Decision-maker: G. Vinson Hellwig, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

FRANKLIN METAL TRADING COMPANY, LAKE ODESSA, IONIA COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed consent order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the proposed Consent Order and Staff Activity Report on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. Submit written comments to Mike Kovalchick, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. Written comments must be received by January 24, 2007. If a request is received in writing by January 24, 2007, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Mike Kovalchick, Air Quality Division, 517-335-6343. Decision-maker: G. Vinson Hellwig, Air Quality Division Chief.

WASTE AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DIVISION

DELTA COUNTY SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN AMENDMENT. Consideration of Michigan Department of Environmental Quality approval of the locally approved amendment to the Delta County Solid Waste Management Plan (Plan Amendment). Delta County submitted this locally approved Plan Amendment on November 15, 2006. Information Contact: Becky Beauregard, Waste and Hazardous Materials Division, 517-373-4738, or Email at beauregardb@michigan.gov. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

WASTE AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DIVISION

MONROE COUNTY SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN AMENDMENT. Consideration of Michigan Department of Environmental Quality approval of the locally approved amendment to the Monroe County Solid Waste Management Plan (Plan Amendment). Monroe County submitted this locally approved Plan Amendment on October 13, 2006. Information Contact: Christina Miller, Waste and Hazardous Materials Division, 517-373-4741, or Email at millerc1@michigan.gov. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

NONE

NONE

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND SERVICES DIVISION

S2 GRANT PROGRAM APPLICATION (State Revolving Fund/Strategic Water Quality Initiatives Fund). Pursuant to Parts 52 and 53 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended, the following S2 Grant application has been received by the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Environmental Science and Services Division, Revolving Loan and Operator Certification Section. The S2 Grant Program provides funding from the sale of Great Lakes Water Quality Bonds to local units of government to complete comprehensive project planning for wastewater infrastructure and to design needed system improvements. Recipients must then utilize the revolving loan fund programs (State Revolving Fund or Strategic Water Quality Initiatives Fund) to finance project construction.

9106-01

City of Grosse Pointe Farms, Wayne Co.

Grant Req. $672,300 for Planning

Received January 20, 2006

This application will be considered within the next 60 days for administrative completeness and project eligibility. Questions about this application should be directed to 517‑373-2161. 

LAND AND WATER MANAGEMENT DIVISION

MINIMUM FLOW RELEASE FROM THE GREENWOOD  RESERVOIR TO THE MIDDLE BRANCH ESCANABA RIVER REDUCED BECAUSE OF DROUGHT CONDITIONS. On December 14, 2006, the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality's Land and Water Management Division (LWMD) authorized the temporary reduction of the minimum flow release to the Middle Branch Escanaba River. This action is in response to a petition from the Tilden Mining Company. The LWMD concurs that the watershed is experiencing a severe drought; and if weather conditions do not improve, there is a risk that the Greenwood Reservoir will reach conservation pool elevations during the critical winter months in 2007. The required minimum flow release from December 16, 2006, until March 31, 2007, will be based on the following methodology. The release rate will be adjusted once per week. The minimum flow release shall at least equal the average of the previous seven days flow, as measured at the U.S. Geological Survey stream gage #04057800, Middle Branch Escanaba River near Humboldt. In no case shall the flow release be less than 12 cfs. The maximum required flow release is 24 cfs. This authorization is pursuant to the Tilden Mining Company's Amended Order and Permit dated November 2, 1998, issued under the authority of Part 35, Use of Water in Mining Low-Grade Ore, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended. Information Contact: David A. Hamilton, Land and Water Management Division, 517-335-3174.

LAND AND WATER MANAGEMENT DIVISION

THE LAND AND WATER MANAGEMENT DIVISION HAS CERTIFIED TO THE DEQ DIRECTOR THAT IT HAS SUBSTANTIALLY COMPLETED ITS INVENTORY OF WETLANDS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2007. Final wetland inventory maps can be accessed electronically or requested in paper format at cost at www.michigan.gov/deqwetlands. Now that the inventory is complete, all non-contiguous wetlands over five acres in size will be regulated regardless of county population, making regulatory requirements uniform in all counties. Information Contact: Amy Lounds, Land and Water Management Division, 517-241-8169.

JANUARY 8, 2007

5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

PUBLIC INFORMAL QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSION IN OPEN HOUSE FORMAT REGARDING PAMAR ENTERPRISES, CHESTERFIELD TOWNSHIP, MACOMB COUNTY, proposed draft permit and Consent Order. The draft permit is for operation of a portable nonmetallic mineral crushing operation, and the draft Consent Order is to resolve the alleged violations of the Clean Air Act as well as address the Permit to Install. During this question and answer session, staff will be available to provide information and answer questions about the proposed draft permit and Consent Order; no formal presentation will be given. The facility is located at 52011 Gratiot Avenue, Chesterfield Township, Michigan. The informal question and answer session for the public will be held in the Main Meeting Room, Chesterfield Township Office, 47275 Sugarbush Road, Chestrefield, Michigan. The public hearing will immediately follow at 6:00 p.m. with formal testimony taken at that time. Information contact for consent order: Thomas Andrzejewski, Air Quality Division, 517‑373‑0134. Information contact for permit: Matt Hall, Air Quality Division, 517‑241‑2144.

JANUARY 8, 2007

6:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING AND DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING PAMAR ENTERPRISES, CHESTERFIELD TOWNSHIP, MACOMB COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed draft permit and Consent Order. The draft permit is for operation of a portable nonmetallic mineral crushing operation, and the draft Consent Order is to resolve the alleged violations of the Clean Air Act as well as address the Permit to Install. The facility is located at 52011 Gratiot Avenue, Chesterfield Township, Michigan. You may obtain copies of the draft Consent Order, draft permit, and Staff Activity Reports on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. Written comments should be sent to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909, to the attention of Lynn Fiedler, Permit Section Supervisor. The public hearing will be held in the Main Meeting Room, Chesterfield Township Office, 47275 Sugarbush Road, Chesterfield, Michigan. Information contact for consent order: Thomas Andrzejewski, Air Quality Division, 517-373-0134. Information contact for permit: Matt Hall, Air Quality Division 517‑241‑2144.

JANUARY 9, 2007

1:00 p.m.

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING LIBERTY RENEWABLE FUELS, LLC, NORTHSTAR TOWNSHIP, GRATIOT COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for installation and operation of a dry mill ethanol plant to produce fuel grade ethanol from corn. The facility will be located at Section 5 of Northstar Township, Gratiot County, Michigan. New Source Review public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. If requested by January 3, 2007, a public hearing will be held at Constitution Hall, Lillian Hatcher Conference Room, 3rd Floor North, 525 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. Information Contact: Andrew Drury, Air Quality Division, 517-335-3107.

JANUARY 9, 2007

7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY HARBOR SHORES CRI, GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Michigan Works Service Center, Anchor Rooms A, B, and C, 499 West Main Street, Benton Harbor, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 06‑11‑0142‑P, submitted by Harbor Shores CRI, 111 Lyon Street NW, Suite 900, Grand Rapids, Michigan. The applicant proposes to construct an 18‑hole public golf course, a boat launch, and new access roads as part of an economic revitalization effort in Benton Harbor and surrounding areas. Information Contact: Ben Zimont, Land and Water Management Division, 269‑567‑3567.

JANUARY 10, 2007

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING GENERAL MOTORS - LANSING GRAND RIVER ASSEMBLY CENTER (SRN: A1641), LANSING, INGHAM COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) for the operation of an automobile painting and assembly plant. 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 ROP public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. The responsible official of the stationary source is Philip Kienle, Plant Manager, Lansing Grand River Assembly, 920 Townsend Street, Mail Code 489-066-600, Lansing, Michigan 48921. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Michael F. Masterson, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Lansing District Office, P.O. Box 30242, Lansing, Michigan 48909. The decision-maker for the permit is Michael F. Masterson, Lansing District Supervisor. If requested in writing by January 10, 2007, a public hearing may be scheduled. Information Contact: Robert Byrnes, Air Quality Division, 517-241-2182.

JANUARY 10, 2007

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING MICHIGAN PAVING AND MATERIALS COMPANY, BLACKMAN TOWNSHIP, JACKSON COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for modification and operation of an existing hot mix asphalt facility. The facility is located at 1600 North Elm Street, Jackson, Michigan. New Source Review public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. If requested by January 10, 2007, a hearing will be held lJanuary 17, 2007 (see January 17 listing in this calendar). Written comments should be sent to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909, to the attention of Lynn Fiedler, Permit Section Supervisor. Information Contact: David Riddle, Air Quality Division, 517‑373‑7081.

JANUARY 10, 2007

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING PAULSTRA CRC CORPORATION (SRN: E5094), GRAND RAPIDS, KENT COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft renewal of a Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) for the operation of an engine mount manufacturing facility. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the stationary source. The ROP public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. The responsible official of the stationary source is Andre Janin, President & CEO, 460 Fuller Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Cal Peters, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Grand Rapids District Office, 4460 44^th Street SE, Kentwood, Michigan 49512. The decision-maker for the permit is Heidi Hollenbach, Grand Rapids District Supervisor. If requested in writing by January 10, 2007, a public hearing may be scheduled. Information Contact: Cal Peters, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0245.

JANUARY 10, 2007

1:00 p.m.

MEETING OF THE MINERAL WELLS ADVISORY COMMITTEE.  A meeting of the Mineral Wells Advisory Committee will be held at the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Constitution Hall, 525 West Allegan Street, Richard Austin Conference Room, 1st Floor, South Tower, Lansing. Information Contact: Harold R. Fitch, Office of Geological Survey Chief, 517-241-1548.

JANUARY 10, 2007

7:00 p.m.

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING CADILLAC ASPHALT, LLC, WHITMORE LAKE, LIVINGSTON COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for modification and operation of an existing hot mix asphalt facility. The facility is located at 11620 Whitmore Lake Road, Whitmore Lake, Michigan. New Source Review public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. If requested by January 4, 2007, a public hearing will be held in the Threater, Whitmore Lake Public High School, 7430 Whitmore Lake Road, Whitmore Lake, Michigan. Information Contact: David Riddle, Air Quality Division, 517‑373-7081.

JANUARY 10, 2007

7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY CASS LAKE INVESTMENTORS, LLC, SOUTHFIELD, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Waterford Township Hall, 5200 Civic Center Drive, Waterford, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 06‑63‑0292‑P, submitted by Cass Lake Investmentors, LLC, 3000 Town Center, Suite 2800, Southfield, Michigan. The applicant proposes to convert an existing marina facility into a 41‑unit Planned Approval Use, with 109 slips. Information Contact: Justin Smith, Land and Water Management Division, 586‑753‑3871.

JANUARY 11, 2007

9:00 a.m.

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING ASAMA PARKWAY, COLDWATER, BRANCH COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for proposed installation and operation of a new expansion iron foundry facility. The public comment period and hearing, if requested, are to allow all interested parties the opportunity to comment on the department's proposed conditional approval of a Permit to Install (PTI) and a Notice of Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) Approval. Additionally, the revision to the existing permit will require revisions to Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) No. MI‑ROP-N5814-2006. This public comment period meets the public participation requirements for a future administrative amendment to the ROP. The facility is located at 180 Asama Parkway, Coldwater, Michigan. Renewable Operating Permit and New Source Review public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. If requested by January 4, 2007, a public hearing will be held at Constitution Hall, Lillian Hatcher Conference Room, 3rd Floor North, 525 West Allegan Street, Lanisng, Michigan. Information Contact: Hien Nguyen, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7085.

JANUARY 16, 2007

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING FIRST ENERGY SUMPTER PLANT (SRN: M4854), BELLEVILLE, WAYNE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Acid Rain Permit and a draft initial Nitrogen Oxide Budget Permit for the operation of four stationary natural gas-fired turbines. The Acid Rain Permit and the Nitrogen Oxide Budget Permit public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. The responsible official of the stationary source is Raymond L. Evans, 76 South Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44308. Comments on the draft permits are to be submitted to Brian Carley, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Jackson District Office, 301 East Louis Glick Highway, Jackson, Michigan 49201. The decision-maker for the permit is Teresa Seidel, Southeast Michigan District Supervisor. If requested in writing by January 16, 2007, a public hearing may be scheduled. Information Contact: Brian Carley, Air Quality Division, 517-780-7843.

JANUARY 16, 2007

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING FIRST ENERGY SUMPTER PLANT (SRN: M4854), BELLEVILLE, WAYNE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) for the operation of four stationary natural gas-fired turbines. 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 ROP public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. The responsible official of the stationary source is Timothy Hicks, 8509 Rawsonville Road, Belleville, Michigan 48111. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Katie Koster, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Detroit Field Office, 3058 West Grand Boulevard, Suite 2-300, Detroit, Michigan. The decision-maker for the permit is Teresa Seidel, Southeast Michigan District Supervisor. If requested in writing by January 16, 2007, a public hearing may be scheduled. Information Contact: Katie Koster, Air Quality Division, 313-456-4678.

JANUARY 16, 2007

6:30 p.m.(Questions

and Answers)

7:00 p.m.(Public

Hearing)

PUBLIC HEARING FOR PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED FOR REPUBLIC SERVICES OF MICHIGAN  IV, LLC, WHITEFEATHER LANDFILL, 2401 EAST WHITEFEATHER ROAD, PINCONNING TOWNSHIP, BAY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. The Waste and Hazardous Materials Division will hold a public hearing at the Pinconning Township Hall, 1751 Cody Estey Road, Pinconning Township, Michigan. The hearing is to allow for verbal and written public comments on the Permit Application for the existing Whitefeather Landfill Type II landfill, submitted by Republic Services of Michigan IV, LLC, Whitefeather Landfill, 2401 East Whitefeather Road, Pinconning Township, Bay County, Michigan. The applicant is proposing a vertical expansion to the current permitted disposal area. The proposed expansion will vertically expand the existing landfill approximately 23.2 acres. The complete application package may be reviewed at the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Saginaw Bay District, Waste and Hazardous Materials Division, 503 N. Euclid Avenue, Bay City, Michigan 48706, from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday except holidays; and at the Pinconning Township Hall, 1751 Cody Estey Road, Pinconning, Michigan 48650, from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday and from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. on Fridays, except holidays. The township hall will be closed from 12:00 p.m., December 21st until December 26th. Copies of the application package may be ordered from the Waste and Hazardous Materials Division for the cost of reproduction. Written public comments are also accepted at the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Saginaw Bay District Office, Waste and Hazardous Materials Division, until 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 30, 2007. Information Contact: Brian Burke, Waste and Hazardous Materials Division, 989‑686‑8025, extension 8203, or Email at burkeb@michigan.gov.

JANUARY 17, 2007

7:00 p.m.

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING MICHIGAN PAVING AND MATERIALS COMPANY, BLACKMAN TOWNSHIP, JACKSON COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for modification and operation of an existing hot mix asphalt facility. The facility is located at 1600 North Elm Street, Jackson, Michigan. New Source Review public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. If a public hearing is requested in writing by January 10, 2007, a public hearing will be held in the Cafeteria, Northeast Elementary School, 1024 Fleming Street, Jackson, Michigan. Information Contact: David Riddle, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7081.

JANUARY 17, 2007

7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING FOR PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED FOR PINE TREE ACRES LANDFILL, 36600 29 MILE ROAD, LENOX TOWNSHIP, MACOMB COUNTY, MICHIGAN. The Waste and Hazardous Materials Division will hold a public hearing at the Lenox Township Hall, 63975 Gratiot Avenue, Lenox Township. The hearing is to allow for verbal and written public comments on the Permit Application for the existing Pine Tree Acres type II landfill, submitted by Pine Tree Acres Landfill, 36600 29 Mile Road, Lenox Township, Macomb County, Michigan. The applicant is proposing a lateral and vertical expansion to the south of the current permitted disposal area. The proposed expansion will consist of approximately 67.0 acres laterally and will expand vertically on approximately 37.7 acres of the existing landfill. The complete application package may be reviewed by appointment at the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Southeast Michigan District Office, Waste and Hazardous Materials Division, 27700 Donald Court, Warren, Michigan 48092, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, by calling Mary Nikitin at 586-753-3833. Copies of the complete application package are available for ordering from this address for the cost of reproduction and mailing. A copy is also available for viewing at the Lenox Township Library, 58976 Main Street, New Haven, Michigan. Written public comments are also accepted at the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Southeast Michigan District Office, Waste and Hazardous Materials Division, until 5:00 p.m. on Monday, January 29, 2007. Information Contact: Thomas Fox, Waste and Hazardous Materials Division, 586‑753‑3853, or Email at foxte@michigan.gov.

JANUARY 19, 2007

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING FORD MOTOR COMPANY, DEARBORN ASSEMBLY PLANT, DEARBORN, WAYNE COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for conversion of the existing permit requirements for Permit to Install No. 342-06 to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality's Flexible Permit format. Additionally, the revision to the existing permit will require revisions to Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) No. A6848-2003a. This public comment period meets the public participation requirements for a future administrative amendment to the ROP. The facility is located at 3001 Miller Road, Dearborn, Michigan. Renewable Operating Permit and New Source Review public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. If requested by January 19, 2007, a hearing will be held January 23, 2007 (see January 23 listing in this calendar). Written comments should be sent to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909, to the attention of Lynn Fiedler, Permit Section Supervisor. Information Contact: Stephen Zervas, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7083.

JANUARY 23, 2007

1:00 p.m.

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING FORD MOTOR COMPANY, DEARBORN ASSEMBLY PLANT, DEARBORN, WAYNE COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for conversion of the existing permit requirements for Permit to Install No. 342-06 to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality's Flexible Permit format. Additionally, the revision to the existing permit will require revisions to Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) No. A6848-2003a. This public comment period meets the public participation requirements for a future administrative amendment to the ROP. The facility is located at 3001 Miller Road, Dearborn, Michigan. Renewable Operating Permit and New Source Review public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. If requested by January 19, 2007, a public hearing will be held at Constitution Hall, Lillian Hatcher Conference Room, 3rd Floor North, 525 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. Information Contact: Stephen Zervas, Air Quality Division, 517‑373‑7083.

JANUARY 23, 2007

7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY MCC MECOSTA LLC, SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Morton Township Hall, 290 West Main Street, Mecosta, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 06‑54‑0058‑P, submitted by MCC Mecosta LLC, Attn: Rich Marino, 47641 Ryan Road, Shelby Township, Michigan. The applicant proposes to place culverts in streams and dredge and fill wetland to make improvements to the existing Tullymore Golf Course to facilitate residential development on the golf course perimeter. Information Contact: Derek Haroldson, Land and Water Management Division, 616‑356‑0269.

JANUARY 24, 2007

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING DETROIT EDISON HANCOCK STATION (SRN: B2805), COMMERCE TOWNSHIP, OAKLAND COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft renewal of a Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) for the operation of six natural gas-fired peaking units used to generate electricity. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the stationary source. The ROP public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. The responsible official of the stationary source is Thomas Tanciar, 2000 2^nd Avenue, 655 G.O., Detroit, Michigan 48226. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Robert Elmouchi, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Southeast Michigan District Office, 27700 Donald Court, Warren, Michigan 48092. The decision-maker for the permit is Teresa Seidel, District Supervisor. If requested in writing by January 24, 2007, a public hearing may be scheduled. Information Contact: Robert Elmouchi, Air Quality Division, 586-753-3740.

JANUARY 24, 2007

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING FRANKLIN METAL TRADING COMPANY, LAKE ODESSA, IONIA COUNTY. Written comments are being accepted on a proposed Consent Order to administratively resolve alleged air pollution violations. You may obtain copies of the proposed Consent Order and Staff Activity Report on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. Submit written comments to Mike Kovalchick, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. Written comments must be received by January 24, 2007. If a request is received in writing by January 24, 2007, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Mike Kovalchick, Air Quality Division, 517-335-6343.

JANUARY 29, 2007

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING GREAT LAKES GAS TRANSMISSION (SRN: B8573), BOYNE FALLS, CHARLEVOIX COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft renewal of a Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) for the operation of Boyne Falls Compressor Station No. 11. 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 ROP public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. The responsible official of the stationary source is Vernon J. Meier, Director of Operations, 5250 Corporate Drive, Troy, Michigan 48098. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to William Rogers, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Gaylord Field Office, 2100 M‑32 West, Gaylord, Michigan 49735. The decision-maker for the permit is Janis Denman, Cadillac District Supervisor. If requested in writing by January 29, 2007, a public hearing may be scheduled. Information Contact: William Rogers, Air Quality Division, 989-705-3406.

JANUARY 31, 2007

2:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY TRIPLE-D INVESTMENTS, INC., TRAVERSE CITY, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Helena Township Hall, 8751 Helena Road, Alden, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 06‑05‑0050‑P, submitted by Triple‑D Investments, Inc., Attn: Doug Davis, 2953 Nawakwa Trail, Traverse City, Michigan. The applicant proposes to expand the DeWitt Marina from 89 slips to 147 slips with seasonal floating docking systems. Information Contact: David Jentoft, Land and Water Management Division, 989‑705‑3432.

JANUARY 31, 2007

6:30 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING REPUBLIC SERVICES OF MICHIGAN  I, LLC AND SUMPTER ENERGY ASSOCIATES (SRN: N5986), NEW BOSTON, WAYNE COUNTY, for the Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) No. MI-ROP-N5986-200x for the operation of a municipal waste landfill at 28800 Clark Road. The 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 ROP public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. The responsible officials of the stationary source are Matt Neely, Area President, Republic Services of Michigan I, LLC, and Scott Salisbury, President, Sumpter Energy Associates, 29261 Wall Street, Wixom, Michigan 48393. Comments can be Emailed to Scott Klipa at klipas@michigan.gov, Permit Engineer, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality. Please copy Wilhemina McLemore at mclemorw@michigan.gov, District Supervisor, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality. The public hearing will be held at Huron High School, Auditorium, 32044 Huron River Drive, New Boston, Michigan. Information Contact: Scott Klipa, Air Quality Division, 517-241-2215, or Email at klipas@michigan.gov.

FEBRUARY 6, 2007

6:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY PHIL AND VICKIE PHILLIPS, VENICE, FLORIDA. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Post 8135 VFW Hall, 2120 West Trask Lake Rod, Barton City, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 06‑01‑0019‑P, submitted by Phil and Vickie Phillips, 1303 Eastgate Drive, Venice, Florida. The applicants propose to place fill in a wetland on a lot in the 400 block of Lake Street for the purpose of establishing the lot for a future house, septic field, well, and driveway. Information Contact: David Jentoft, Land and Water Management Division, 989‑705‑3432.

Air Quality Division

517-373-7074

517-335-4607

Pam Blue

Cari DeBruler

Land and Water Management Division

(land/water interface permits)

517-373-8798

Wendy Fitzner

Office of Geological Survey

(oil, gas, mineral well, and sand dune mining permits)

517-241-1545

Thomas Godbold

Waste & Hazardous Materials Division

517-335-4034

Wanda Williams

Water Bureau

(surface water and groundwater permits)

517-241-1346

Susan Ashcraft

JANUARY 9, 2007

8:30 - 11:00 a.m.

MICHIGAN AIR EMISSIONS REPORTING SYSTEM (MAERS) REFRESHER COURSE, LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE, WEST CAMPUS, LANSING, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) is pleased to offer an "early-bird" MAERS two-hour refresher course for those who are familiar with completing MAERS reports and just need a refresher. The session will provide a review of the basic MAERS concepts and highlight changes and new features. In addition to getting a jump start on training, attendees will receive an advance copy of the MAERS version 2006.0.0 software, which is normally sent to subject facilities in mid-January. Attendees will also receive an advance copy of the "MAERS Workbook" and other guidance materials. This class will NOT be held in a computer lab; therefore, attendees are encouraged to bring their own laptop to the class. Online registration is available on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqworkshops, click on "Upcoming DEQ Workshops." Registration fee is $50. Registration Information Contact: Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or Email at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov. Information Contact: Jim Ostrowski, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-241-8057, or Email at ostrowsj@michigan.gov. Please note: The MDEQ will continue to offer the more detailed Introduction to MAERS training in February 2007 at various locations throughout the state. The Introduction to MAERS training is geared to those who have never completed a MAERS report before or those who need more comprehensive training on the concepts and software.

JANUARY 2007

SARA TITLE III TIER TWO WORKSHOPS, VARIOUS LOCATIONS, MICHIGAN. Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA Title III), also known as the Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act, requires facilities to report information that can be vital to the community's safety. Over 6,000 facilities in Michigan annually submit Tier Two hazardous chemical inventory reports required by SARA Title III to the State Emergency Response Commission (SERC), Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs), and local fire departments. IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: Tier Two reports will be submitted online in 2007! The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality's Environmental Science and Services Division presents the SARA Title III Tier Two workshop, where attendees will learn how to complete and submit the online Tier Two report. SARA Title III emergency planning notification requirements and chemical release reporting requirements in Michigan will also be addressed. This half-day workshop is recommended for owners, operators, and environmental and safety personnel of facilities that have hazardous materials (material safety data sheets required by OSHA) on site. Environmental consultants, LEPCs, and fire department personnel can also benefit from this workshop and are encouraged to attend. A full brochure and online registration are available on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqworkshops, click on "Upcoming DEQ Workshops." Registration fee is $50. Registration Information Contact: Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or Email at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov. Information Contact: Susan Parker, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-335-4650, or Email at parkerse@michigan.gov.

Date - Location

1/16/07 - Hotel Baronette, Novi

1/18/07 - Prince Conference Center at Calvin College, Grand Rapids

1/23/07 - Mt. Pleasant Comfort Inn & Suites, Hotel & Conference Center, Mt. Pleasant

1/25/07 - Lansing Community College - West Campus, Lansing

JANUARY/

FEBRUARY 2007

CONSTRUCTION WASTE RECYCLING DISCUSSIONS, VARIOUS LOCATIONS, MICHIGAN. The interest in recycling construction waste is growing faster than the known resources. Do you have resources to market? Are there problems recycling some waste types? Do you have ideas on what should be done to improve recycling of construction wastes? The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality is setting up town hall type brainstorming sessions aimed at developing resources for recycling construction waste. Share your success stories and resources on what works or complaints about what doesn't and needs improvement. Please RSVP so there are adequate handouts available. Information Contact: Maggie Fields, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-335-6250, or Email at fieldsm@michigan.gov.

Date - Location

1/18/07 - Kalamazoo - DEQ District Office 

1/24/07 - Warren - DEQ District Office  

1/30/07 - Ann Arbor - Washtenaw County Offices

2/01/07 - Grand Rapids - DEQ District Office  

JANUARY 22-24, 2007

NOSPILLS 17^TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE, HOLIDAY INN, TRAVERSE CITY, MICHIGAN. The Northern Michigan Waterways Hazardous Materials Spills Planning Committee (NOSPILLS) is a coordinating, educational organization for potential hazardous material spills and spill prevention to the Great Lakes and tributaries. The theme for this year's conference is "We all Live Here." Speakers are from federal, state, and local agencies and will present a wide range of environmental issues. Vendors will be available to display their products and services; a hospitality evening is planned; and as always, there is plenty of time for questions, answers, and networking. For the first time an emergency response exercise will be conducted with all attendees participating. Information Contact: Dick Catton, NOSPILL Committee Chair, 231-271-3580 or 906‑586‑3415.

FEBRUARY 2007

2007 INTRODUCTION TO MAERS WORKSHOP (MICHIGAN  AIR EMISSIONS REPORTING SYSTEMS), VARIOUS LOCATIONS, MICHIGAN. The 2007 Introduction to MAERS Workshop takes participants step by step through the new MAERS version 2006.0.0 software on computers. This hands-on training is designed for those who are new to MAERS or those who need more comprehensive training on the concepts and software. Workshop participants will learn MAERS software basics, how to complete the electronic forms and submit your report to DEQ, and how to avoid common mistakes encountered when completing and submitting your MAERS report. Workshop attendees will receive the "MAERS Workbook" and other guidance materials. If you plan on attending the Lansing  session, you are encouraged to bring your laptop as only a limited number of computers will be available at that site. Registration fee: $75. A full brochure and online registration form are available on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqworkshops, click on "Upcoming Workshops." Registration Information: Environmental Assistance Center, 800‑662‑9278, or Email at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov. Information Contact: Jim Ostrowski, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-241-8057, or Email at ostrowsj@michigan.gov. Please note: The MDEQ is offering a refresher course on January 9th geared to those who are already familiar with completing the MAERS report.

Date - Location

2/2/07 - AM Session ONLY - MTEC at Kirtland-Gaylord, Gaylord

2/8/07 - AM and PM Sessions - Kent ISD, Grand Rapids

2/13/07 - AM and PM Sessions - VisTaTech at Schoolcraft College, Livonia

2/20/07 - AM Session ONLY - Lansing Community College, West Campus, Lansing*

* For the Lansingworkshop, registrants are encouraged to bring their own laptops.

FEBRUARY 7, 2007

8:00 a.m.-

12:00 p.m.

12TH ANNUAL HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP, GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY, GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN. This workshop is for those who are new to the field of hazardous waste management or for those who desire a review of hazardous waste regulations and compliance issues. Registration fee is $30. For further information or to confirm your registration for the workshop, contact Janet Vail, Grand Valley State University, 616-331-3048, or Email at vailj@gvsu.edu.

FEBRUARY 12, 2007

WATERSHED-BASED PLANNING: HOW TO DEVELOP PLANS THAT MEET FEDERAL AND STATE REQUIREMENTS, COMFORT INN & CONFERENCE CNETER, MT. PLEASANT, MICHIGAN. The importance of basin-wide management has been underlined by recent guidance from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) which calls for watershed-based plans for all projects supported by competitive funding from the Clean Water Act Section 319 program. This workshop will examine the watershed planning process and the product, focusing on how EPA's Nine Minimum Elements fit into the overall watershed planning process. This workshop is intended for watershed group members and managers, public agency staff, planners, consultants, and others active in the water resources planning field. A full brochure and online registration are available on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqworkshops, click on "Upcoming DEQ Workshops." Registration fee is $25. Registration Information Contact: Environmental Assistance Center, 800‑662‑9278, or Email at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov. Information Contact: Bob Sweet, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-335-6967, or Email at sweetr@michigan.gov.

FEBRUARY 21-25, 2007

MICHIGAN UNITED CONSERVATION CLUBS (MUCC), OUTDOORAMA 2007, ROCK FINANCIAL SHOWPLACE, NOVI.The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is exhibiting to display departmental information at this annual event. Information Contact: Thomas Occhipinti, DEQ Executive Division, 517-373-2379, or Email at occhipit@michigan.gov. General information about Outdoorama 2007 is available on the Web at www.mucc.org/rama/.

MARCH 13-14, 2007

2007 MICHIGAN AGRI-ENERGY CONFERENCE, HOLIDAY INN SOUTH, LANSING, MICHIGAN. Join farmers, service providers, rural and agricultural leaders, researchers, and state policy makers to learn more about the latest trends in alternative energy solutions at the 2007 Michigan Agri‑Energy Conference. National and local experts will reveal ways you can improve your bottom line by capitalizing on the potential of renewable sources like wind and solar, biomass, biofuels and bioproducts. Online registration will be available by early January at www.michigan.gov/deqworkshops, click on "Upcoming DEQ Workshops." Registration Information Contact: Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or Email at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov. Information Contact: Terri Novak, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-930-3170, or Email at novaktl@michigan.gov.

MARCH 15-16, 2007

MICHIGAN SCIENCE TEACHERS ASSOCIATION 54TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE, SCIENCE OUT OF THE BOX, AMWAY GRAND HOTEL AND DEVOS CENTER, GRAND RAPIDS. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is holding five pre-conference Michigan Environmental Education Curriculum Support (MEECS) training workshops on March 15, 2007. Registration is available on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqworkshops. To register for the pre-conference trainings, click on "Upcoming DEQ Workshops." Registration Fee: $25. The DEQ is also holding an overview informational session on the MEECS curriculum during the conference on March 16, 2007. Throughout the conference, the DEQ is exhibiting to display MEECS general information. Information Contact: Thomas Occhipinti, DEQ Executive Division, 517-373-2379, or Email at occhipit@michigan.gov. General conference information is available on the Web at www.msta-mich.org/conference/. Registration for the MSTA conference is available on the Web at www.msta-mich.org/conference/registration.php.

APRIL 25, 2007

FEDERAL FACILITIES ENVIRONMENTAL WORKSHOP, NEXTENERGY CENTER, DETROIT. The workshop will feature staff from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 5 and the Department of Defense who will present a variety of topics relating to alternative and renewable energy, including energy efficiency and biofuels. This workshop is recommended for environmental staff of Department of Defense facilities in Michigan and the Great Lakes region who have an interest in energy-related issues pertaining to Executive Order 13123, "Greening the Government through Efficient Energy Management". Department of Defense contractors, energy suppliers, manufacturers, and vendors, as well as other federal facility staff will benefit from this workshop and are encouraged to attend. A full brochure and online registration will be available on the Web by late February at www.michigan.gov/deqworkshops, click on "Upcoming DEQ Workshops." Workshop Information Contact: Steve Kulesia, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-373-3109, or Email at kulesias@michigan.gov. Registration Information: Environmental Assistance Center, 800‑662‑9278, or Email at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov.