PART I:  ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES, PERMITTING, AND RELATED REGULATIONS

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION, PONTIAC EAST, PONTIAC, OAKLAND COUNTY, proposed conditional approval of a Permit to Install application for an amendment to reduce previously established synthetic minor modification limits on production and volatile organic compounds from the primer surfacer operation. The facility is located at 2100 South Opdyke Road. If requested by April 21, 2003, a public hearing will be held April 23, 2003 (see April 23 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: Robert Byrnes, Air Quality Division, 517‑241-7462. Decision-maker: Dennis Armbruster, Air Quality Division Assistant Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

MARATHON ASHLAND PETROLEUM L.L.C., DETROIT, WAYNE COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install for the proposed installation of an electrostatic precipitator on the fluid catalytic cracking unit catalyst regenerator and the removal of a boiler. The facility is located at 1300 South Fort Street. Public comment will be taken through April 18, 2003. If requested by April 18, 2003, a public hearing will be held on April 22, 2003 (see April 22 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: Terry Wright, Air Quality Division, 517-335-0100. Decision-maker: G. Vinson Hellwig, Air Quality Division Chief.

WATER DIVISION

NUGENT SAND COMPANY, MUSKEGON, MUSKEGON COUNTY. Consideration of issuance of a groundwater discharge permit to authorize the discharge of 3,800,000 gallons per day (877,000,000 gallons per year) of process wastewater and a maximum 16,420,000 gallons per day (3,850,000,000 gallons per year) of wash water from sand mining operations to the groundwater. A final decision will be made, pending a public meeting (see April 29 listing in this calendar), by May 9, 2003. Information Contact: Jean-Bernard Beauboeuf, Water Division, 517-335-3377. Decision-maker: James R. Janiczek, Chief, Permits & Technical Support Unit, Groundwater Section, Water Division.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

BRANDENBURG INDUSTRIAL SERVICE COMPANY, LINCOLN PARK, WAYNE COUNTY/MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, ALLEN PARK, 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 Web at www.michigan.gov/deq. Submit written comments to Richard Taszreak, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. Written comments must be received by April 23, 2003. If a request is received in writing by April 23, 2003, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Richard Taszreak, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4826. Decision-maker: G. Vinson Hellwig, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

NEXT GENERATION ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. AND NORTHLINE LLC, ROMULUS, 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 Web at www.michigan.gov/deq. Submit written comments to Autumn Lawson, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. Written comments must be received by April 23, 2003. If a request is received in writing by April 23, 2003, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Autumn Lawson, Air Quality Division, 517-241-2120. Decision-maker: G. Vinson Hellwig, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

CMS BAY AREA PIPELINE L.L.C., WEST BRANCH TOWNSHIP, OGEMAW 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 Web at www.michigan.gov/deq. Submit written comments to Thomas Shanley, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. Written comments must be received by May 21, 2003. If a request is received in writing by May 21, 2003, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Thomas Shanley, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7056. Decision-maker: G. Vinson Hellwig, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

KIMBERLY-CLARK MICHIGAN, INC., MUNISING, ALGER 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 Web at www.michigan.gov/deq. Submit written comments to Malcolm Mead-O’Brien, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. Written comments must be received by May 21, 2003. If a request is received in writing by May 21, 2003, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Malcolm Mead-O’Brien, Air Quality Division, 517-241-2094. Decision-maker: G. Vinson Hellwig, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

MANISTIQUE PAPERS, INC., MANISTIQUE, SCHOOLCRAFT 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 Web at www.michigan.gov/deq. Submit written comments to Malcolm Mead-O’Brien, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. Written comments must be received by May 21, 2003. If a request is received in writing by May 21, 2003, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Malcolm Mead-O’Brien, Air Quality Division, 517-241-2094. Decision-maker: G. Vinson Hellwig, Air Quality Division Chief.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND SERVICES DIVISION

CLEAN CORPORATE CITIZEN DESIGNATION, CASCADE ENGINEERING INC. – ACOUSTICS GROUP, 5141 36^TH STREET SE, GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN 49512, KENT COUNTY. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality has received an application for Clean Corporate Citizen (C3) designation from Cascade Engineering Inc., - Acoustics Group, Grand Rapids, Michigan, 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 July 1, 2003. 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: Kelie Bond, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-241-7969. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

GEOLOGICAL AND LAND MANAGEMENT DIVISION

PROPOSED MARINA LEASE, CHIPPEWA COUNTY. Proposed marina lease to a 0.30-acre parcel of Lake Huron public trust bottomlands on Drummond Island, Chippewa County. File LH 424. Information Contact: Tom Graf, Geological and Land Management Division, 517‑335‑3471. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

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APRIL 21, 2003

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION, PONTIAC EAST, PONTIAC, OAKLAND COUNTY, proposed conditional approval of a Permit to Install application for an amendment to reduce previously established synthetic minor modification limits on production and volatile organic compounds from the primer surfacer operation. The facility is located at 2100 South Opdyke Road. If requested by April 21, 2003, a public hearing will be held on April 23, 2003 (see April 23 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: Robert Byrnes, Air Quality Division, 517‑241-7462.

APRIL 21, 2003

9:00 a.m.

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING MIDLAND COGENERATION VENTURE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, MIDLAND, MIDLAND COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for replacement of the existing 12 turbine compressor blades with newly available aero-derivative compressor blades. Additionally, the turbine blade replacement project will require revisions to Renewable Operating Permit No. 199600177. This public comment period meets the public participation requirements for a future administrative amendment to the renewable operating permit. The facility is located at 100 Progress Place. If requested by April 17, 2003, a public hearing will be held in the Lillian Hatcher Conference Room, Constitution Hall, 3^rd Floor North, 525 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. Information Contact: Lori Peacock, Air Quality Division, 517‑373-7082.

APRIL 21, 2003

3:00 - 5:00 p.m. and

6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

MICHIGAN LAND USE LEADERSHIP COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARINGS. On February 5, 2003, Governor Jennifer Granholm announced the formation of a bipartisan Michigan Land Use Leadership Council. In an effort to preserve the character of Michigan, the 26-member Michigan Land Use Leadership Councilis charged with addressing the trends, causes, and consequences of unmanaged growth and development in Michigan (Executive Order 2003-4).The council will provide recommendations to the Governor and the Legislature designed to minimize the impact of current land use trends on Michigan's environment and economy. Public Hearings to record public comments for the Michigan Land Use Leadership Council are as follows:

§         Brule Room

      Don H. Bottum University Center

      Northern Michigan University

      Marquette, Michigan

§         Michigan Technical Education Center (MTEC)

      Room 103-105

      60 Livingston Boulevard

      Gaylord, Michigan

§         Oakland County Board of Commissioners

      Auditorium

      1200 N. Telegraph Rd.

      Pontiac, Michigan

Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in any of these public hearings should call Mary Goodhall at 517-241-7968 or E-mail at goodhalm@michigan.gov to request mobility, visual, hearing, or other assistance.

APRIL 22, 2003

7:00 p.m.

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING MARATHON ASHLAND PETROLEUM L.L.C., DETROIT, WAYNE COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install for the proposed installation of an electrostatic precipitator on the fluid catalytic cracking unit catalyst regenerator and the removal of a boiler. The facility is located at 1300 South Fort Street. If a public hearing is requested in writing by April 18, 2003, a public hearing will be held in the Auditorium, Henry Ford Centennial Library, 16301 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, Michigan. Information Contact: Terry Wright, Air Quality Division, 517-335-0100.

APRIL 22, 2003

7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY BRIDGEWAY INVESTORS, LTD., TOLEDO, OHIO. The Geological and Land Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Bedford Township Hall, 8100 Jackman Road, Temperance, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 03-58-0003-P, submitted by Bridgeway Investors, Ltd., 6800 West Central Avenue, Toledo, Ohio. The applicant proposes to excavate material and place fill within the 100-year floodplain for the construction of Hickory Creek Drive. The proposed roadway will also include the installation of a Conspan bridge over Indian Creek Drain/Wetland, three culverts, a permanent turnaround, a water main, and a sanitary sewer. The purpose of the project is to provide access and utility services to the final phases of the Hickory Creek Subdivision. The project is located in Bedford Township, Monroe County, Michigan. Information Contact: Christopher Clampitt, Geological and Land Management Division, 517‑780‑7021.

APRIL 23, 2003

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING NEXT GENERATION ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. AND NORTHLINE LLC, ROMULUS, 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 Web at www.michigan.gov/deq. Submit written comments to Autumn Lawson, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. Written comments must be received by April 23, 2003. If a request is received in writing by April 23, 2003, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Autumn Lawson, Air Quality Division, 517‑241‑2120.

APRIL 23, 2003

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING BRANDENBURG INDUSTRIAL SERVICE COMPANY AND MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, LINCOLN PARK, 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 Web at www.michigan.gov/deq. Submit written comments to Richard Taszreak, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. Written comments must be received by April 23, 2003. If a request is received in writing by April 23, 2003, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Richard Taszreak, Air Quality Division, 517-335-4826.

APRIL 23, 2003

7:00 p.m.

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION, PONTIAC EAST, PONTIAC, OAKLAND COUNTY, proposed conditional approval of a Permit to Install application for an amendment to reduce previously established synthetic minor modification limits on production and volatile organic compounds from the primer surfacer operation. The facility is located at 2100 South Opdyke Road. If requested by April 21, 2003, a public hearing will be held in the City of Pontiac, City Hall Council Chambers, 2^nd Floor, 47450 Woodward Avenue, Pontiac, Michigan. Information Contact: Robert Byrnes, Air Quality Division, 517‑241-7462.

APRIL 23, 2003

7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY ST. CLAIR COUNTY, PORT HURON, MICHIGAN. The Geological and Land Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Port Huron Charter Township Hall, 3800 Lapeer Road, Port Huron, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 03-74-0024-P, submitted by St. Clair County, 200 Grand River Avenue, Port Huron, Michigan. The applicant proposes to excavate and place fill within a wetland to accommodate building and pavement construction related to the construction of internal roads, parking, service areas, placement of storm sewer pipes, and the construction of a detention pond. The applicant also proposes approximately 9.5 acres of wetland mitigation to compensate for the 5.08 acres of wetland to be impacted at the site. All activities are for the proposed construction of a new Sheriff’s Office and Intervention Center. The proposed project is located in Port Huron Township, St. Clair County, Michigan. Information Contact: Brian Bury, Geological and Land Management Division, 734‑953‑1466.

APRIL 25, 2003

5:00 p.m.

DEADLINE FOR COMMENTS REGARDING NOTICE OF PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO CONSENT DECREE INVOLVING COPPER RANGE COMPANY, ONTONAGON COUNTY. Comments will be taken through April 25, 2003, on a proposed consent decree amendment concerning the State of Michigan vs. Copper Range Company (Copper Range). A consent decree dated October 27, 1997, required Copper Range to perform a DEQ-approved closure of its former underground solution mine and implement a DEQ-approved remedial action plan (RAP) pursuant to Part 201, Environmental Remediation, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended. The proposed modifications to the Decree provide for an alternative financial assurance mechanism and do not modify any obligations of Copper Range to perform response activities. The modified Decree will allow Copper Range to eliminate an existing $3 million letter of credit while requiring a continuation of the financial assurance requirements of an existing corporate guarantee provided by Copper Range's parent corporation, Inmet Mining Company. The modifications also require Copper Range to fund a trust fund for the long-term management of brine contaminated groundwater at the facility. The financial assurance mechanisms are meant to assure the obligations of Copper Range to implement both the DEQ-approved mine closure and RAP in accordance with law. Any comments should be sent to James L. Stropkai, Assistant Attorney General, on or before 5:00 p.m., April 25, 2003. Any persons wishing to object to amending the consent decree should be present at the hearing on the joint motion for entry of the consent decree scheduled for hearing on April 30, 2003, at 10:00 a.m. in Ingham County Circuit Court, Mason Courthouse, Mason, Michigan 48854. Information Contact: James L. Stropkai, Department of Attorney General, 517-373-7540, or E-mail at stropkaij@michigan.gov.

APRIL 28, 2003

3:00 - 5:00 p.m. and

6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

MICHIGAN LAND USE LEADERSHIP COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARINGS. On February 5, 2003, Governor Jennifer Granholm announced the formation of a bipartisan Michigan Land Use Leadership Council. In an effort to preserve the character of Michigan, the 26-member Michigan Land Use Leadership Councilis charged with addressing the trends, causes, and consequences of unmanaged growth and development in Michigan (Executive Order 2003-4).The council will provide recommendations to the Governor and the Legislature designed to minimize the impact of current land use trends on Michigan's environment and economy. Public Hearings to record public comments for the Michigan Land Use Leadership Council are as follows:

§         Bernath Auditorium

      Adamany Undergraduate Library

      Wayne State University

      Detroit, Michigan

      (Corner of Anthony Wayne Drive and Warren

      Avenue)

§         City Commission Chambers

      City Hall

      300 Monroe NW

      Grand Rapids, Michigan

      (parking under building; accessible from Ottawa

      and Monroe streets)

§         Senate Hearing Room

      Boji Tower (formerly Michigan National Tower)

      124 W. Allegan Street

      Lansing, Michigan

Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in any of these public hearings should call Mary Goodhall at 517-241-7968 or E-mail at goodhalm@michigan.gov to request mobility, visual, hearing, or other assistance.

APRIL 29, 2003

7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY THE MUSKEGON YACHT CLUB, MUSKEGON, MICHIGAN. The Geological and Land Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Muskegon City Hall, Council Chambers, 933 Terrace Street, Muskegon, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 02-61-0047-P, submitted by the Muskegon Yacht Club, 3198 Edgewater Street, Muskegon, Michigan. The applicant proposes to expand an existing marina by adding 16 slips and 400 linear feet of broadside dockage. The proposed marina expansion will require the installation of eight finger piers, 391 linear feet of floating concrete dock, and 120 linear feet of approach dock. The project is located in the City of Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan. Information Contact: James Fortney, Geological and Land Management Division, 616-356-0209.

APRIL 29, 2003

7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC MEETING FOR NUGENT SAND COMPANY, MUSKEGON, MUSKEGON COUNTY. A public meeting will be held in the Large Group Meeting Room, Mona Shores High School, 1121 West Seminole Road, Muskegon, Michigan. Information Contact: Jean-Bernard Beauboeuf.Water Division, 517-335-3377.

APRIL 30, 2003

Public Meeting:

6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

Public Hearing:

7:30 – 9:00 p.m.

PUBLIC MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED FOR OLD TOWNE VILLAGE OF RICHMOND MOBILE HOME PARK, RICHMOND TOWNSHIP, MACOMB COUNTY (MI0057059). The department proposes to issue a new National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit to discharge 110,000 gallons per day of treated sanitary wastewater to Gillett Drain. A public meeting will be held to answer questions from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m., and the public hearing will be held to record comments for the record from 7:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. in the Richmond High School Auditorium, 35320 Division, Richmond, Michigan. Public comments will be accepted through Thursday, May 1, 2003. Information Contact: Tarek Buckmaster, Water Division, 517-241-7503, or E-mail at buckmatr@michigan.gov.

MAY 5, 2003

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING PHARMACIA & UPJOHN, PORTAGE, KALAMAZOO COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for installation of new equipment in Building 335, modification of other equipment, and modification of emission controls for Regions I, II, III, and IV in the part of the plant known as Kalamazoo Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients. Additionally, the proposed changes will require revisions to the Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) No. 199600474. This public comment period meets the public participation requirements for a future administrative amendment to the ROP. This facility is located at 7000 Portage Road. If requested by May 5, 2003, a public hearing will be held on May 8, 2003 (see May 8 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: Paul Schleusener, Air Quality Division, 517‑335-6828.

MAY 7, 2003

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING CMS GENERATION MICHIGAN POWER L.L.C. (SRN: N6526), GAYLORD, OTSEGO COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of the Livingston Generating Station, an electricity generating plant using natural gas-fired turbine engines. 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 Thomas Elward, General Vice President of Operations, 330 Town Center Drive, Fairlane Plaza South, Dearborn, Michigan 48126. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to William Rogers, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Gaylord District Office, 2100 West M-32, Gaylord, Michigan 49735. If requested in writing by May 7, 2003, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: William Rogers, Air Quality Division, 989-705-3406.

MAY 7, 2003

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING COLLINS & AIKMAN (SRN: A5764), EVART, OSCEOLA COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of an automotive 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 Robert Huey, Vice President of Operations, 601 West Seventh Street, Evart, Michigan 49631. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Rob Dickman, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Cadillac District Office, 120 West Chapin Street, Cadillac, Michigan 49601. If requested in writing by May 7, 2003, a public hearing will be held on May 8, 2003 (see May 8 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: Rob Dickman, Air Quality Division, 231-775-3960, extension 6254.

MAY 7, 2003

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING EAST JORDAN IRON WORKS, INC. (SRN: A0767), EAST JORDAN, CHARLEVOIX COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of gray iron and a ductile iron foundry. 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 Trace Malpass, Executive Vice President, 301 Spring Street, P.O. Box 439, East Jordan, Michigan 49727. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to David Thorley, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Gaylord District Office, 2100 West M-32, Gaylord, Michigan 49735. If requested in writing by May 7, 2003, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: David Thorley, Air Quality Division, 989-705-3409.

MAY 7, 2003

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING MICHIGAN AUTOMOTIVE COMPRESSOR, INC. (SRN: N1966), JACKSON, JACKSON COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of an automotive compressor manfacturing 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 Kimio Kato, President, Michigan Automotive Compressor, Inc., 2400 North Dearing Road, Parma, Michigan 49296. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Sersena M. White, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Jackson District Office, 301 East Louis Glick Highway, Jackson, Michigan 49201. If requested in writing by May 7, 2003, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Sersena M. White, Air Quality Division, 517‑780‑7844.

MAY 7, 2003

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING ONYX ARBOR HILLS LANDFILL INC., ALLIED WASTE SERVICE OF MICHIGAN, AND GAS RECOVERY SYSTEMS, INC. (SRN: N2688), NORTHVILLE, WASHTENAW COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a Type II 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 of the stationary source are David Rettell, Onyx Arbor Hills Landfill, Inc., 10690 West Six Mile Road; Paul Bulla, Gas Recovery Systems, Inc., 1153 Oak Valley Drive, Suite #3, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48108; and Angela Leonard, Allied Waste Services of Michigan, 5011 Lilley Road, Canton, Michigan 48188. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Glen E. Erickson, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Jackson District Office, 301 East Louis Glick Highway, Jackson, Michigan 49201. If requested in writing by May 7, 2003, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Glen E. Erickson, Air Quality Division, 517-780-7851.

MAY 7, 2003

Public Meeting:

6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Public Hearing:

7:30 p.m.

PUBLIC MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED FOR COLT FARMS MANUFACTURED HOME COMMUNITY, ANN ARBOR TOWNSHIP, WASHTENAW COUNTY (MI0057163). The department proposes issuance of a new National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit to discharge 350,000 gallons per day of treated sanitary wastewater to Welch Drain. A public meeting will be held to answer questions from 6:30 until 7:30 p.m., and a public hearing will be held to record comments for the record at 7:30 p.m. at Washtenaw Community College, Morris Lawrence Building, Room 101, 4800 East Huron River Drive, Ann Arbor. Public comments will be accepted through May 9, 2003. Information Contact: Alec Malvetis, Water Division, 517-335-4124.

MAY 8, 2003

9:00 a.m.

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING PHARMACIA & UPJOHN, PORTAGE, KALAMAZOO COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for installation of new equipment in Building 335, modification of other equipment, and modification of emission controls for Regions I, II, III, and IV in the part of the plant known as Kalamazoo Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients. Additionally, the proposed changes will require revisions to the Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) No. 199600474. This public comment period meets the public participation requirements for a future administrative amendment to the ROP. If requested by May 5, 2003, a public hearing will be held in the Lillian Hatcher Conference Room, Constitution Hall, 3^rd Floor North, 525 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. Information Contact: Paul Schleusener, Air Quality Division, 517‑335-6828.

MAY 8, 2003

6:00 p.m.

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING COLLINS & AIKMAN (SRN: A5764), EVART, OSCEOLA COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of an automotive parts coating facility. 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 responsible official of the stationary source is Robert Huey, Vice President of Operations, 601 West Seventh Street, Evart, Michigan 49631. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Rob Dickman, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Cadillac District Office, 120 West Chapin Street, Cadillac, Michigan 49601. If requested in writing by May 7, 2003, a public hearing will be held at the Evart Township Hall, 327 South Main Street, Evart, Michigan. Information Contact: Rob Dickman, Air Quality Division, 231‑775‑3960, extension 6254.

MAY 14, 2003

6:00 p.m.

PUBLIC MEETING AND HEARING ON THE ISSUANCE OF PERMITS FOR CREEKBEND VILLAGE MOBILE HOME PARK AND THE STOCKBRIDGE WASTEWATER STABILIZATION LAGOON. The Water Division will hold a public meeting and hearing in the Stockbridge Middle School, 304 West Elizabeth Street, Stockbridge. The meeting and hearing will be for the issuance of permits for the discharge of 0.106 million gallons per day of sanitary wastewater from Creekbend Village Mobile Home Park to Portage Creek and 63.9 million gallons per year of municipal wastewater from the Stockbridge Wastewater Stabilization Lagoon to Thornapple Creek. Information Contact: Christe Alwin, Water Division, 517-241-7414.

MAY 15, 2003

7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY WASTE MANAGEMENT OF MICHIGAN, INC., WAYNE, MICHIGAN. The Geological and Land Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Van Buren Township Hall, 46425 Tyler Road, Van Buren, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 03-82-0023-P, submitted by Waste Management of Michigan, Inc., 5900 Hannan Road, Wayne, Michigan. The applicant proposes to excavate and place fill within wetlands to construct the Southern Expansion, a 57.8-acre landfill expansion of the Woodland Meadows Recycle and Disposal Facility located in Van Buren Township. The applicant also proposes to create 56.7 acres of wetland mitigation in Huron Township to compensate for the 30.65 acres of wetland to be removed at the expansion site. The project is located in Van Buren Township, Wayne County, Michigan. Information Contact: Andrew Hartz, Geological and Land Management Division, 734-953-1483.

MAY 21, 2003

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING IMC POTASH HERSEY INC. (SRN: N2954), HERSEY, OSCEOLA COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a salt mining and refining 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 Robb Aultman, General Manager, 1395 135th Avenue, Hersey, Michigan 49639. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted by May 21, 2003, to Rob Dickman, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Cadillac District Office, 120 West Chapin Street, Cadillac, Michigan 49601. If requested in writing by May 21, 2003, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Rob Dickman, Air Quality Division, 231-775-3960, extension 6254.

MAY 21, 2003

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING LELAND ENGINEERING, INC. (SRN: N1115), WHITE PIGEON, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft renewal of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of the manufacturing of trailer frames. 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 Carl Davidson, Operations Manager, 501 South Miller Drive, White Pigeon, Michigan 49099. 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 May 21, 2003, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Kirsten S. Clemens, P.E., Air Quality Division, 269-567-3548.

MAY 21, 2003

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING VIATEC, INC. (SRN: M2326), BELDING, IONIA COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft renewal of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a fiberglass reinforced storage and process tank manufacturing operation. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility’s applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the stationary source. The responsible official of the stationary source is David H. Kensington, General Manager, 1220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Eric Grinstern, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Grand Rapids District Office, 350 Ottawa Avenue, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49058. If requested in writing by May 21, 2003, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Eric Grinstern, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0266.

MAY 21, 2003

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING WASTE MANAGEMENT, INC. – AUTUMN HILLS RECYCLING & DISPOSAL FACILITY (SRN: N6006), ZEELAND, OTTAWA COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft significant modification to the Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of an active municipal solid waste landfill. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility’s applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the stationary source. The responsible official of the stationary source is Randall Dozeman, Division President, 700 - 56^th Avenue, Zeeland, Michigan 49464. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Dave Morgan, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Grand Rapids District Office, 350 Ottawa NW, Unit 10, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49502. If requested in writing by May 21, 2003, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Dave Morgan, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0009, or E‑mail at morgand2@michigan.gov.

MAY 21, 2003

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING CMS BAY AREA PIPELINE L.L.C., WEST BRANCH TOWNSHIP, OGEMAW 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 Web at www.michigan.gov/deq. Submit written comments to Thomas Shanley, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. Written comments must be received by May 21, 2003. If a request is received in writing by May 21, 2003, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Thomas Shanley, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7056.

MAY 21, 2003

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING KIMBERLY-CLARK MICHIGAN, INC., MUNISING, ALGER 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 Web at www.michigan.gov/deq. Submit written comments to Malcolm Mead-O’Brien, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. Written comments must be received by May 21, 2003. If a request is received in writing by May 21, 2003, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Malcolm Mead-O-Brien, Air Quality Division, 517-241-2094.

MAY 21, 2003

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING MANISTIQUE PAPERS, INC., MANISTIQUE, SCHOOLCRAFT 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 Web at www.michigan.gov/deq. Submit written comments to Malcolm Mead-O’Brien, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909. Written comments must be received by May 21, 2003. If a request is received in writing by May 21, 2003, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: Malcolm Mead-O-Brien, Air Quality Division, 517-241-2094.

MAY 21, 2003

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING HILLMAN POWER COMPANY, LLC (SRN: N1266), HILLMAN, MONTMORENCY COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of a boiler with a maximum heat input of 300 MM Btu per hour. The boiler utilizes wood-waste, tire-derived fuel, natural gas, and incidental amounts of oil to produce 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 responsible official of the stationary source is Al Kurzenhauser, Vice President, Primary Power International, 460 Princeton Street, Alpena, Michigan 49707. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Gloria Torello, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Gaylord Field Office, 2100 West M-32, Gaylord, Michigan 49735. If requested in writing by May 21, 2003, a public hearing will be held on May 28, 2003 (see May 28 listing in this calendar). Information Contact: Gloria Torello, Air Quality Division, 989-705-3410.

MAY 21, 2003

DRAFT GRAND RIVER PATHOGEN TOTAL MAXIMUM DAILY LOAD. The Water Division is announcing the availability of the draft Grand River Pathogen Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) for comment. This water body was included in Michigan’s Year 2002 Section 303(d) list due to elevated Escherichia coli (E. coli) levels. The TMDL is being developed to identify the necessary pathogen reductions to meet Water Quality Standards. Comments on the TMDL may be submitted to Christine Alexander, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Water Division, P.O. Box 30273, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7773, by May 21, 2003. Copies of the draft TMDL are available through Angela Nelson at 517-241-7734, E-mail at nelsonam@michigan.gov, or on the web at www.michigan.gov/deq. Information Contact: Christine Alexander, Water Division, 517‑373‑6794, or E-mail at alexandc@michigan.gov.

MAY 21, 2003

DRAFT GRAND RIVER DISSOLVED OXYGEN TOTAL MAXIMUM DAILY LOAD. The Water Division is announcing the availability of the draft Grand River Dissolved Oxygen (DO) Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) for comment. This water body was included in Michigan’s Year 2002 Section 303(d) list due to non-attainment of the warm water DO standard. The TMDL is being developed to identify the necessary reductions in loads of oxygen consuming pollutants in order to meet Water Quality Standards. Comments on the TMDL may be submitted to Erik Sunday, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Water Division, P.O. Box 30273, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7773, by May 21, 2003. Copies of the draft TMDL are available through Angela Nelson at 517-241-7734, E-mail at nelsonam@michigan.gov, or on the web at www.michigan.gov/deq. Information Contact: Erik Sunday, Water Division, 517‑335‑4120, or E-mail at sundaye@michigan.gov.

MAY 21, 2003

DRAFT GRAND RIVER BIOTA TOTAL MAXIMUM DAILY LOAD. The Water Division is announcing the availability of the draft Grand River Biota Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) for comment. This water body was included in Michigan’s Year 2002 Section 303(d) list due to poor fish and macroinvertebrate communities. The TMDL is being developed to identify necessary reductions in total suspended solids loads to meet Water Quality Standards. Comments on the TMDL may be submitted to John Wuycheck, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Water Division, P.O. Box 30273, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7773, by May 21, 2003. Copies of the draft TMDL are available through Angela Nelson at 517-241-7734, E-mail at nelsonam@michigan.gov, or on the web at www.michigan.gov/deq. Information Contact: John Wuycheck, Water Division, 517-335-4195, or E-mail at WuychecJ@michigan.gov.

MAY 23, 2003

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING WEYERHAEUSER COMPANY, GRAYLING OSB (SRN: B7302), GRAYLING, CRAWFORD COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of the Oriented Strand Board (OSB) 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 Malm, General Manager, 4111 West Four Mile Road, Grayling, Michigan 49738. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to David Thorley, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Gaylord Field Office, 2100 West M-32, Gaylord, Michigan 49735. If requested in writing by May 23, 2003, a public hearing will be scheduled. Information Contact: David Thorley, Air Quality Division, 989-705-3409.

MAY 28, 2003

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING HILLMAN POWER COMPANY, LLC (SRN: N1266), HILLMAN, MONTMORENCY COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit (No. 199600190) for the operation of a boiler with a maximum heat input of 300 MM Btu per hour. The boiler utilizes wood-waste, tire-derived fuel, natural gas, and incidental amounts of oil to produce 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 responsible official of the stationary source is Al Kurzenhauser, Vice President, Primary Power International, 460 Princeton Street, Alpena, Michigan 49707. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Gloria Torello, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Gaylord Field Office, 2100 West M-32, Gaylord, Michigan 49735. If requested in writing by May 21, 2003, a public hearing will be held at the Hillman Community Center, 24220 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hillman, Michigan. Information Contact: Gloria Torello, Air Quality Division, 989-705-3410.

Air Quality Division

517-373-7074

517-335-4607

Pam Knudsen

Cari DeBruler

Geological and Land Management Division

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

(land/water interface permits)

517-241-1545

517-373-8798

Thomas Godbold

Wendy Fitzner

Waste & Hazardous Materials Division

517-335-4034

Wanda Williams

Water Division (surface water and groundwater permits)

517-241-1300

Elizabeth Rolon

APRIL 22, 2003

9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

MICHIGAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2003 ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES FORUM. The Michigan Chamber of Commerce will be holding its 2003 Environmental Issues Forum at the Michigan Chamber of Commerce office, 600 South Walnut Street, Lansing. The agenda includes a wide variety of environmental topics including environmental enforcement and self-reporting, new Part 201 environmental remediation rules, air compliance updates, real estate development and expansion, and wastewater discharge issues. Steven E. Chester, Director of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), will be the keynote speaker and discuss the reorganization and other recent developments. Amy Butler, Chief of DEQ’s Environmental Science and Services Division, will discuss the department’s environmental assistance programs. Cost: $270 for members and $295 for non-members. Information and registration contact: Aimee Bahs, Michigan Chamber of Commerce, 517-371-7679, or visit the web at www.michamber.com/semevent/ei03.asp.

APRIL/

NOVEMBER 2003

MONTHLY RENEWABLE OPERATING PERMIT (ROP) WORKSHOPS. The Clean Air Assistance Program of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Science and Services Division, in cooperation with the department’s Air Quality Division, presents Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) training on how to use the new application software (PASS-ROP) recently developed for the permit submittal. The trainer will also review reporting and certification requirements that facilities must comply with after their ROPs have been issued, including deviation and certification reporting and making revisions to an existing ROP. Cost: $35, which includes boxed lunch and workshop materials. Register on-line at www.michigan.gov/deq and click on the Training & Workshops button. Information Contact: Jim Ostrowski, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-241-8057, or E-mail at ostrowsj@michigan.gov. Registration Information: Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or E-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov.

Date - Location

4/23/03 - Constitution Hall, Lansing

5/21/03 - Novi Civic Center, Novi

6/18/03 - Constitution Hall, Lansing

8/20/03 - Airport Hilton, Grand Rapids

10/15/03 - Constitution Hall, Lansing

11/13/03 - Constitution Hall, Lansing

APRIL 25-27, 2003

42^nd ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF THE MICHIGAN LAKES AND STREAMS ASSOCIATION. The 2003 Michigan Lakes and Streams Association (ML&SA) Annual Conference will be held at Shanty Creek Resort, Summit Village, Bellaire, Michigan. The conference is open to the public and is dedicated to building working relationships between local and state associations through education of citizens on issues that will help protect Michigan’s water. Workshops and concurrent sessions will be held on such topics as Wasting Disease affecting the deer population, invasive plants spreading throughout the state, lead poison in migratory water fowl, road-end legal issues, pollution of surface waters by concentrated animal feeding operations, groundwater uses and regulations, what’s happening to your shoreline, and water safety on your lake. There will also be a training session for the Cooperative Lakes Monitoring Program on Friday, April 25, 2003. Workshop and session instructors include staff from the Michigan Departments of Environmental Quality and Natural Resources, Michigan State University, and the ML&SA’s Science Advisory Committee. The pre-registration cost for all three days is $55 per person for lake association members or $65 per person for nonmembers when pre‑registered by April 18, 2003. Walk-in registration cost is $65 per person for lake association members or $75 per person for nonmembers. The registration for one day of attendance is $35 per person if pre-registered by April 18, 2003, or $40 per person for walk-in registration. The single-room rate for Shanty Creek Resort is $135 per person per day and includes three meals per day, taxes, and gratuities. Information and Registration Contact: Visit the ML&SA website at www.mlswa.org or call the ML&SA at 989‑257‑3583.

APRIL 30, 2003

DETROIT RIVER WATERSHED AND FLYWAY INITIATIVE ENVIRONMENTAL SEMINAR, LAUREL MANOR, LIVONIA. The seminar will focus on spill prevention control and countermeasure plans, facility response plans, underground storage tanks, inspections, discharge and drainage patterns, oil (used and discharges), hazardous waste, polychlorinated biphenyls, waste streams, refrigeration equipment, extremely hazardous substances, air emissions, toxic chemicals, enforcement actions, environmental permits, and fish and wildlife. The event is sponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency; the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Southeast Michigan District Office; the City of Detroit Department of Environmental Health; and Wayne County Department of Environment. There is no charge to attend. Information Contact: Alex Tzallas, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 312-886-0622.

MAY 1, 2003

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

Locations

Allen Park               Oakland County

Marquette                 Port Huron

Houghton Lake        Ypsilanti

Kalamazoo              Saginaw

Lansing                   Wyoming Area (Holland)

MAY 6-9, 2003

MSU SHORT COURSE IN WATER BACTERIOLOGY, EAST LANSING. Operators who have duties associated with complete water treatment plants and/or water laboratories are urged to attend this course. The course is designed to give background information regarding each procedure and to give practical experience with the demonstrated techniques. The course will be valuable to employees new in the field and will serve as a refresher to those who have been doing work for some time. Information Contact: Koren Carpenter, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-241-7157, or E-mail at carpentk@michigan.gov.

MAY/NOVEMBER

2003

MONTHLY PERMIT TO INSTALL (PTI) WORKSHOPS. The Clean Air Assistance Program of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Science and Services Division, in cooperation with the department’s Air Quality Division, presents this workshop to help businesses understand what triggers the need for an air permit (Permit to Install) and give step-by-step instructions on how to fill out the necessary application. Cost: $35, which includes boxed lunch and workshop materials. Register on-line at www.michigan.gov/deq and click on the Training & Workshops button. Information Contact: Dave Fiedler, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-373-0607, or E-mail at fiedlerd@michigan.gov. Registration Information: Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or E-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov.

Date - Location

5/07/03 - Novi Civic Center, Novi

6/04/03 - Constitution Hall, Lansing

8/13/03 - Airport Hilton, Grand Rapids

10/01/03 - Constitution Hall, Lansing

11/06/03 - Constitution Hall, Lansing

MAY 8, 2003

PART 5 RULES, G. MENNEN WILLIAMS BUILDING AUDITORIUM, LANSING. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) invites you to a one-day conference that will provide information and training on various environmental plans and release reporting; e.g., Part 5 Rules, Polluting Materials/Pollution Incident Prevention Plans (PIPP), Integrated Contingency Plans, Storm Water Pollution Plans, Hazardous Waste Contingency Plans, and Risk Management Plans. Depending on your activities and facilities, your company may be required to comply with environmental plan preparation and release reporting. This conference will identify key milestones; e.g., Part 5 rules facility PIPP certification by August 31, 2003, and provide information in order to be in compliance. Additional information is available on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deq. Registration Contact: Laura Smith, Water Division, 517-335-4184, or E-mail at smithla3@michigan.gov. Information Contact: Robert Babcock, Water Division, 517-373-8566.

MAY 9, 2003

TRI WORKSHOP, HOTEL BARONETTE, NOVI. This workshop will familiarize facilities with reporting obligations they may have under Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986 (EPCRA), also known as SARA Title III, and Section 6607 of the Pollution Prevention Act of 1990 (PPA). This course will present basic reporting requirements of EPCRA Section 313 and PPA Section 6607 and provide a variety of hands-on exercises using the reporting forms and supporting materials to help participants understand any reporting obligations they may have. This training is designed for persons from facilities that operate in the industry sectors subject to EPCRA Section 313 and PPA Section 6607, persons from facilities that may be affected by the recent changes to the EPCRA Section 313 and PPA Section 6607 regulations, persons from federal and private sector facilities responsible for completing EPCRA Section 313 reporting form(s), and consulting firms who may be assisting them. Register on-line at www.michigan.gov/deq and click on the Training & Workshops button. Information Contact: Ruth Borgelt, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-373-9804, or E-mail at borgeltr@michigan.gov. Registration Information: Environmental Assistance Center, 800‑662‑9278, or E-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov.

MAY 13, 2003

GREEN COMMUTING SEMINAR, HANNAH CENTER, EAST LANSING. Urban Options of East Lansing, along with the Michigan Department of Consumer and Industry Services, presents this half-day seminar on green commuting. The agenda will focus on “green” transportation options and car-sharing. The DEQ’s Environmental Science and Services Division will have a display, and staff will be available to answer questions. Registration fee: $15. Dinner included. Download brochure with registration form at www.urbanoptions.org. Information Contact: Urban Options: 517‑337‑0422, or E-mail at info@urbanoptions.org.

MAY 13, 2003

ESSENTIALS OF THE MODERN ANALYTICAL LABORATORY, HOLIDAY INN LANSING CONFERENCE CENTER, 7501 SAGINAW STREET, LANSING. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Environmental Science and Services Division, Laboratory Services Section, together with the Michigan Environmental Laboratory Association (MELA), the Michigan Environmental Water Association (MWEA), and the American Water Works Association (AWWA) is sponsoring a spring workshop for laboratory professionals and other interested parties. Topics will address innovative methods of chemical analysis, quality systems, laboratory accreditation, laboratory safety, and information management systems (LIMS). Exhibit tables will be available (Interested vendors may call regarding space availability). Cost: $55/members, $85/nonmembers. Registration forms are available from Gary DeKock, 231-724-3440, or E-mail at dekockga@co.muskegon.mi.us. Information Contact: Gail Carr, E-mail at gcarr@stl-inc.com; Mike Jaeger, E-mail at jaeger@karlabs.com; or Bob Avery, Environmental Science and Services Division, E-mail at averyb@michigan.gov.

MAY 13, 2003

PART 5 RULES, COMFORT INN - UNIVERSITY PARK CONFERENCE CENTER, MOUNT PLEASANT. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) invites you to a one-day conference that will provide information and training on various environmental plans and release reporting; e.g., Part 5 Rules, Polluting Materials/Pollution Incident Prevention Plans (PIPP), Integrated Contingency Plans, Storm Water Pollution Plans, Hazardous Waste Contingency Plans, and Risk Management Plans. Depending on your activities and facilities, your company may be required to comply with environmental plan preparation and release reporting. This conference will identify key milestones; e.g., Part 5 rules facility PIPP certification by August 31, 2003, and provide information in order to be in compliance. Additional information is available on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deq. Registration Contact: Laura Smith, Water Division, 517-335-4184, or E‑mail at smithla3@michigan.gov. Information Contact: Robert Babcock, Water Division, 517‑373‑8566.

MAY 14, 2003

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS, HOLIDAY INN SOUTH, LANSING. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Science and Services Division presents this workshop on Environmental Management Systems (EMS) to show how your company can use an EMS to drive continual environmental improvement and manage day-to-day environmental performance. Specifically, you will learn how to improve your operations, help prevent costly environmental mistakes, increase employee participation in environmental efforts, enhance your public image, and potentially improve your financial bottom-line. An effective EMS can also lead to certification under the international standard for EMS, ISO 14001, and/or the Michigan Clean Corporate Citizen Program. Workshop attendees will receive a copy of the DEQ’s Environmental Management System Guidance Manual. Register on-line at www.michigan.gov/deq and click on the Training & Workshops button. Information Contact: Kelie Bond, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-241-7969, or E-mail at bondk@michigan.gov; or Valerie Haan, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-241-0231, or E-mail at haanv@michigan.gov. Registration Information: Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or E-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov.

MAY 15, 2003

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

AIR AND WASTE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION-EAST MICHIGAN CHAPTER, SPRING CONFERENCE, ST. JOHN'S GOLF AND CONFERENCE CENTER, 44045 FIVE MILE ROAD, PLYMOUTH, MICHIGAN. This full-day conference, "Changes Changes Everywhere," will feature topics focusing on changes in the Administration and the management of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) as well as numerous rule changes. Expected speakers include DEQ Director Steven Chester and various other members of DEQ’s management team. With respect to air programs, the conference will provide important details on recent rule changes impacting industry and the DEQ, including New Source Review Reform and new MACT rules. The conference also includes sessions on spill reporting and emergency planning as well as a "simulated" RCRA inspection at a facility. Information Contact: Eleanor (Ellie) Nelson, Air and Waste Management Association-East Michigan Chapter, 586-749-5002, or E-mail at emcawma@comcast.net.

MAY 20, 2003

RESEARCH AND TECHNICAL PRACTICE SEMINAR, LANSING. Information Contact: Koren Carpenter, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-241-7157, or E-mail at carpentk@michigan.gov.

MAY 20-21, 2003

21^ST ANNUAL MICHIGAN RECYCLING COALITION CONFERENCE AND BUSINESS EXPO, RADISSON HOTEL, KALAMAZOO. This year’s theme is “Economic Progress through Environmental Responsibility.” Speakers include: Lisa Skumatz, Ph.D., on how to jump-start community recycling programs; Amy Butler, Chief of DEQ’s Environmental Science and Services Division, on how the DEQ will support recycling under the Granholm administration; and Representative Jerry Kooiman on his House Bill to place a surcharge on garbage entering Michigan landfills. Other sessions include breakouts on topics such as ISO 14001, EMS, and waste reduction. Breakouts include many case studies and how-to examples. The conference also includes tours of Graphics Packaging in Kalamazoo and Drug & Lab Disposal in Plainwell. Once again, the MRC conference will feature a live auction. Conference planners are now accepting exhibitor registrations and registrations for the live auction. The DEQ’s Environmental Science and Services Division will have a table in the exhibitor area. Get more information and register online at www.michiganrecycles.org, click on “Events.” Information Contact: Kathy Cencer, 248‑208‑2270, or E-mail at kcencer@rrrasoc.org.

MAY 22, 2003

MUNICIPAL WASTEWATER CERTIFICATION EXAMS, STATEWIDE LOCATIONS. Information Contact: Bruce Lack, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-373-4755, or E-mail at lackb@michigan.gov.

MAY 2003

SARA TITLE III WORKSHOPS. These workshops focus on the reporting requirements in Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (“SARA Title III”), also known as the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986. Topics include: reporting requirements with an emphasis on toxic chemical release inventory (TRI) and hazardous chemical release reporting requirements under all federal and state regulations that apply in Michigan. The workshop is recommended for environmental staff of facilities that deal with hazardous or toxic substances. Register on-line at www.michigan.gov/deq and click on the Training & Workshops button. Information Contact: Ruth Borgelt, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517‑373‑9804, or E-mail at borgeltr@michigan.gov. Registration Information: Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or E-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov.

Date - Location

5/28/03 - Holiday Inn, Marquette 

5/30/03 - Treetops Resort, Gaylord

JUNE 2003

ANNUAL WASTEWATER REPORT (AWR) GUIDANCE WORKSHOPS. The AWR Program and the Critical Materials Register (CMR) are administered by the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). The AWR program was established pursuant to Part 31, Water Resources Protection, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended (NREPA), Section 3111. Under this program, the use of materials listed on the Critical Materials Register (CMR) above threshold amounts must be reported. The wastewater report includes the quantities of critical materials used in, and incidental to, manufacturing processes, including by-products and waste products. The AWR workshop is designed for companies who discharge wastewater to the waters of the state or to a sanitary sewer system or who use chemicals listed on the Critical Materials Register (CMR) and discharge them into wastewater or residuals transferred off-site for further treatment. Register on-line at www.michigan.gov/deq and click on the Training & Workshops button. Information Contact: Steven Kulesia, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-373-3109, or E-mail at kulesias@michigan.gov. Registration Information: Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or E-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov.

Date - Location

6/3/03 - Holiday Inn, Marquette 

6/5/03 - McGuire’s Resort, Cadillac        

6/10/03 - Troy Marriott, Troy

6/11/03 - DoubleTree Hotel, Novi

6/17/03 - Valley Plaza Resort, Midland

6/19/03 - Grand Rapids Airport Hilton, Grand Rapids

JULY 2003

2003 HIGGINS LAKE ENVIRONMENTAL SCHOOL. This is an event for students, teachers, 4-H and scout leaders, and all who want to learn more about environmental education, natural resources and related topics. The 2003 Higgins Lake Environmental School summer program is sponsored by the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, in cooperation with Central Michigan University, Eastern Michigan University, Wayne State University, and Western Michigan University. Each university brings a special emphasis to the program by providing resource people, materials, lectures, field trips, and discussions to provide participants with an understanding of critical environmental concepts and issues. Scholarships are available from a variety of organizations.

§         July 6-11, 2003
SESSION A: EXPLORING MICHIGAN’S NATURAL RESOURCES: ENVIRONMENTAL AND OUTDOOR EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES (Dr. Claudia Douglass - Central Michigan University). Information Contact: Sharon Horgan, 800‑950‑1144, extension 3718.

§         July 13-18, 2003
SESSION B: ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND OUTDOOR SCIENCE: METHODS AND CONCEPTS (Dr. Mark Jenness - Western Michigan University). Information Contact: Gus Breymann, 517-327-1480.

§         July 20-25, 2003
SESSION C: UNDERSTANDING OUR ENVIRONMENT (Dr. Peggy Liggit - Eastern Michigan University and Dr. Maria Ferreira - Wayne State University). Information Contact: Shannon Ward, 734-487-9045, or Wayne State University, 313-577-0927 or 313‑577‑7589.

NOVEMBER 5, 2003

11^TH ANNUAL WASTE REDUCTION AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY WORKSHOP, BURTON MANOR, LIVONIA. Originating in 1993, this event continues to gain momentum and interest as one of the leading waste reduction and energy efficiency forums in the Great Lakes region. Work groups are in the process of designing this year’s agenda. If you would like to offer a presentation proposal for this year’s event or receive more information on the event, contact Mary Goodhall, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517‑241‑7968, or E-mail at goodhalm@michigan.gov.