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AIR QUALITY DIVISION

BREWER'S CITY DOCK, HOLLAND, OTTAWA COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for installation and operation of a non-metallic mineral crushing system equipped with water spray dust control for processing gravel, limestone, and recycled concrete and asphalt, and an existing slag storage and handling operation equipped with water spray dust control. The facility is located at 24 Pine Avenue, Holland, Michigan. New Source Review public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. Public comment will be taken through May 7, 2007. If requested by May 7, 2007, a hearing will be held May 17, 2007 (see May 17 listing in this calendar). Written comments should be sent to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, P.O. Box 30260, Lanisng, Michigan 48909, to the attention of Lynn Fiedler, Permit Section Supervisor. Information Contact: Tom Julien, Air Quality Division, 517‑335‑3711. Decision-maker: G. Vinson Hellwig, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

E85, PARMENTER AND ESCOTT ROADS, CORUNNA, SHIAWASSEE COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for installation and operation of a dry mill ethanol plant to produce 115.8 million gallons per year of denatured, fuel-grade ethanol from corn. The facility will be located at Parmenter and Escott Roads, Corunna, Michigan. New Source Review public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. Public comment will be taken through May 10, 2007. If requested by May 10, 2007, a hearing will be held May 16, 2007 (see May 16 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: Andrew Drury, Air Quality Division, 517‑335-3107. Decision-maker: G. Vinson Hellwig, Air Quality Division Chief.

AIR QUALITY DIVISION

MARYSVILLE ETHANOL, LLC, MARYSVILLE, ST. CLAIR COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for installation and operation of a dry mill ethanol plant to produce 110 million gallons per year of denatured, fuel-grade ethanol from corn. The facility is located at 2510 Busha Highway, Marysville, Michigan. New Source Review public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. Public comment will be taken through May 18, 2007. If requested by May 18, 2007, a hearing will be held May 23, 2007 (see May 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: Andrew Drury, Air Quality Division, 517‑335-3107. Decision-maker: G. Vinson Hellwig, Air Quality Division Chief.

LAND AND WATER MANAGEMENT DIVISION

PROPOSED FILLED BOTTOMLANDS DEED, ST. CLAIR COUNTY. Proposed filled bottomlands deed to a 0.22‑acre parcel of Lake St. Clair public trust bottomlands in the St. Clair Flats, South Channel Section, Clay Township, St. Clair County. File SC 243-244. Information Contact: Tom Graf, Land and Water Management Division, 517‑335‑3471. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

LAND AND WATER MANAGEMENT DIVISION

PROPOSED FILLED BOTTOMLANDS DEED, ST. CLAIR COUNTY. Proposed filled bottomlands deed to a 0.36‑acre parcel of Lake St. Clair public trust bottomlands in the St. Clair Flats, South Channel Section, Clay township, St. Clair County. File SC 037. Information Contact: Tom Graf, Land and Water Management Division, 517‑335‑3471. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

LAND AND WATER MANAGEMENT DIVISION

PROPOSED MARINA  LEASES AND FILLED BOTTOMLANDS DEEDS, ST. CLAIR COUNTY. Proposed marina leases of 8.46 acres and filled bottomlands deeds to 12.26 acres of Lake St. Clair public trust bottomlands in the St. Clair Flats, Middle Channel Section, Clay Township, St. Clair County. File MC 5‑12. Information Contact: Tom Graf, Land and Water Management Division, 517‑335‑3471. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

OFFICE OF GEOLOGICAL SURVEY

NOTICE OF INTENT TO DETERMINE OWNERSHIP OF ABANDONED OIL AND GAS WELL AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO PLUG AND ABANDON WELL OR TRANSFER PERMIT BY THE SUPERVISOR OF WELLS, pursuant to Part 615, Supervisor of Wells, and Part 616, Orphan Well Fund, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended, for the Sandelius Baker et al 1 well PN 21004, Section 7, Deerfield Township, Isabella County, Michigan. Any person having information to show they have an ownership interest in this well is encouraged to contact the Supervisor of Wells by Wednesday, May 30, 2007, at the Office of Geological Survey, P.O. Box 30256, Lansing, Michigan 48909. Information Contact: Susan Maul, Office of Geological Survey, 517-241-1552. Decision-maker: Harold R. Fitch, Office of Geological Survey Chief.

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AIR QUALITY DIVISION

PART 55, AIR POLLUTION CONTROL, NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1994 PA 451, AS AMENDED. The department intends to develop a proposed revision to the Air Pollution Control Rules (SOAHR 2007-017EQ). The proposed amendment to Part 18, Prevention of Significant Deterioration of Air Quality, R 336.2801, will correct deficiencies in the definitions identified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Information Contact: Jeffrey Rathbun, Air Quality Division, 517-241-8072. Decision-maker: DEQ Director.

WATER BUREAU

PART 91, SOIL EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL (SESC), OF THE NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1994 PA 451, AS AMENDED. The Water Bureau will be holding a public hearing on Wednesday, May 30, 2007, at 2:00 p.m. on proposed revisions to administrative rule R323.1707. The hearing will be held in the Brake Conference Room, Atrium South, Constitution Hall, 525 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. The proposed rule will rescind the requirement for the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality to serve as the SESC permitting agency when an earth change is under the jurisdiction of two or more county or municipal enforcing agencies. The proposed rule will allow counties and municipalities to issue SESC permits for the portion of the earth change under their respective jurisdictions. The proposed rule (SOAHR #2006-019 EQ) is published on the State of Michigan Web site at www.michigan.gov/orr or at www.michigan.gov/deqwb; select "Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control" and then select "Proposed Rule Revision." Copies of the proposed rule may also be obtained by contacting the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Water Bureau, P.O. Box 30273, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7773, or by Email at mikular@michigan.gov. Written comments will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on Monday, June 11, 2007, and should be mailed to the address above. Information Contact: Dick Mikula, Water Bureau, 517-335-3178.

LAND AND WATER MANAGEMENT DIVISION

MINIMUM FLOW RELEASE FROM THE GREENWOOD  RESERVOIR TO THE MIDDLE BRANCH ESCANABA RIVER  REDUCED BECAUSE OF DROUGHT CONDITIONS. On March 29, 2007, 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 not refill this spring and, therefore, reach conservation pool elevations later in the year. The required minimum flow release from April 1, 2007, until May 15, 2007, will be 12 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, 517-335-3174.

WATER BUREAU

2008 SECTION 303(d), 305(b), AND 314 INTEGRATED REPORT - REQUEST FOR AMBIENT WATER QUALITY DATA FOR MICHIGAN  SURFACE WATERS. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Water Bureau (DEQ-WB) is requesting ambient water quality data (chemical, biological, or physical) that has been obtained by other governmental agencies, non-governmental organizations, or the public for Michigan surface waters since January 1, 2005. All water quality data submitted to the DEQ-WB before July 9, 2007, will be evaluated and potentially used to help prepare Michigan's 2008 Section 303(d), 305(b), and 314 Integrated Report. Every two years, the DEQ-WB prepares and submits an Integrated Report to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to satisfy the listing requirements of Section 303(d) and the reporting requirements of Sections 305(b) and 314 of the Clean Water Act. The Integrated Report describes the status of water quality in Michigan and includes a list of water bodies that are not attaining Michigan Water Quality Standards and require the establishment of pollutant Total Maximum Daily Loads. All ambient water quality data (including associated quality assurance/quality control information) provided for Michigan surface waters should be sent, preferably electronically, with a short cover Email note/letter to Kay Edly, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Water Bureau, 525 West Allegan Street, P.O. Box 30273, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7773, 517-373-4633, or Email at edlyk@michigan.gov.

APRIL 30, 2007  

7:00 p.m.  

PUBLIC MEETING, CO-SPONSORED WITH THE Coalition for Action on Remediation of Dioxane (card), TO PROVIDE AN UPDATE ON THE gELman sciences, inc. SITE, ANN ARBOR, WASHTENAW COUNTY. DEQ staff and local government representatives of CARD will provide an update on cleanup actions at the Gelman Sciences, Inc. site of environmental contamination, as well as information about the Prohibition Zone established to prevent exposure to contaminated groundwater. The March 2007 Prohibition Zone Fact Sheet will be available at the meeting and is also available on the DEQ's Gelman Web site (www.michigan.gov/deqrrd, scroll to "Contaminated Sites List" and click on "Gelman Sciences, Inc. Site of Contamination"). The meeting will be held at the Washtenaw Intermediate School District, 1819 S. Wagner Road, Ann Arbor, Michigan. Information Contact: Sybil Kolon, Remediation and Redevelopment Division, 517‑780‑7937, or Email at kolons@michigan.gov.

MAY 2, 2007  

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING BEHR INDUSTRIES CORPORATION (SRN: N2614), COMSTOCK PARK, KENT COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft renewal of a Renewable Operating Permit for the operation of wood automotive interior parts manufacturing. 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 Michael Homrich, 1020 Seven Mile Road, Comstock Park, Michigan 49321. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Denise Plafcan, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Grand Rapids District Office, State Office Building, 6^th Floor, 350 Ottawa NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. The decision-maker for the permit is Heidi G. Hollenbach, Grand Rapids District Supervisor. If requested in writing by may 2, 2007, a public hearing may be scheduled. Information Contact: Denise Plafcan, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0259, or Email at plafcand@michigan.gov.

MAY 2, 2007  

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING FORD MOTOR COMPANY - RAWSONVILLE PLANT (SRN: B2064), YPSILANTI, WASHTENAW COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft renewal of a Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) for the operation of an auto manufacturing parts 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 Mark Willis, Plant Manager, 10300 Textile Road, Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Diane Kavanaugh Vetort, 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 the Jackson District Supervisor, Air Quality Division. If requested in writing by May 2, 2007, a public hearing may be scheduled. Information Contact: Diane Kavanaugh Vetort, Air Quality Division, 517-780-7864, or Email at kavanaud@michigan.gov.

MAY 2, 2007  

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING ZEELAND FARM SERVICES, INC. (SRN: M4204), ZEELAND, OTTAWA COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft renewal of a Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) for the operation of a soybean processing and soybean oil extraction 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 Clifford Meeuwsen, 2468 84^th Avenue, Zeeland, Michigan 49464. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Tracey McDonald, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Grand Rapids District Office, State Office Building, 6^th Floor, 350 Ottawa NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. The decision-maker for the permit is Heidi Hollenbach, Grand Rapids District Supervisor. If requested in writing by May 2, 2007, a public hearing may be scheduled. Information Contact: Tracey McDonald, Air Quality Division, 616‑356‑0260.

MAY 3, 2007  

7:00 p.m.  

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY CITY OF BOYNE CITY, BOYNE CITY, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at Boyne City, City Hall Auditorium, 319 North Lake Street, Boyne City, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 07‑15‑0002‑P, submitted by city of Boyne City, Attn: Michael Cain, 319 North Lake Street, Boyne City, Michigan. The applicant proposes to renovate and expand an existing marina on Lake Charlevoix, 197 North Lake Street, to meet current demand and DNR standards. Information Contact: Roxanne Ramirez, Land and Water Management Division, 989‑705‑3442.

MAY 4, 2007  

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING PROPOSED REISSUANCE OF GENERAL PERMIT CATEGORIES FOR MINOR ACTIVITIES IN WETLANDS IN THE STATE OF MICHIGAN. Pursuant to Part 303, Wetlands Protection, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended, the MDEQ's Land and Water Management Division is proposing to reissue a General Permit (GP) identifying categories of activities that are similar in nature, will cause only minimal adverse environmental effects when performed separately, and will have only minimal cumulative adverse effect on the environment. Permit applications made for these types of activities may be processed in an accelerated manner without issuance of an individual public notice. General Permits are issued for a five-year period. The current Wetland GP Categories expire on June 14, 2007. The MDEQ is proposing to reissue most existing categories, with some revisions and additions. The purpose of this public notice is to provide an opportunity for public review and comment prior to the reissuance of the Wetland GP Categories. The detailed draft GP can be found at www.michigan.gov/deqwetlands, or may be requested from the address given below. Written comments should be submitted directly to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Land and Water Management Division, P.O. Box 30458, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7958 to the attention of Peg Bostwick. All comments must be received by May 4, 2007. Information Contact: Peg Bostwick, Land and Water Management Division, 517‑335-3470.

MAY 6, 2007  

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING PROPOSED GENERAL PERMIT CATEGORY OF ACTIVITIES FOR LIMITED GREAT LAKES SHORELINE MANAGEMENT. Pursuant to Part 303, Wetlands Protection and Part 325, Great Lakes Submerged Lands, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended, the MDEQ's Land and Water Management Division is proposing a new General Permit (GP) category for limited management of the bottomlands of the entire Great Lakes shoreline in Michigan below the Ordinary High Watermark and above the water's edge. Activities to be covered under this GP include leveling and grooming of sand in areas predominantly free of vegetation, construction and maintenance of a temporary access path to the shoreline from upland riparian property, and limited mowing of vegetation. This GP does not authorize activities below the water's edge. The detailed GP can be found at www.michigan.gov/deqwetlands. Written comments should be submitted directly to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Land and Water Management Division, P.O. Box 30458, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7958 to the attention of Peg Bostwick. All comments must be received by May 6, 2007. Information Contact: Tracy Collin, Land and Water Management Division, 517‑241‑4506.

MAY 7, 2007  

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING BREWER'S CITY DOCK, HOLLAND, OTTAWA COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for installation and operation of a non-metallic mineral crushing system equipped with water spray dust control for processing gravel, limestone, and recycled concrete and asphalt, and an existing slag storage and handling operation equipped with water spray dust control. The facility is located at 24 Pine Avenue, Holland, Michigan. New Source Review public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. If requested by May 7, 2007, a hearing will be held May 17, 2007 (see May 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: Tom Julien, Air Quality Division, 517‑335-3711.

MAY 9, 2007  

INTENT TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FOR CLEAN CORPORATE CITIZEN DESIGNATION, CIRCUIT CONTROLS CORPORATION, PETOSKEY, EMMET COUNTY. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality has received notice from Circuit Controls Corporation of its intent to apply for Clean Corporate Citizen (C3) designation. The C3 program provides incentives for improved environmental protection. Regulated establishments that have demonstrated environmental stewardship can receive C3 designation and public recognition for their efforts and are entitled to certain regulatory benefits. As part of the application process, Circuit Controls Corporation will be accepting public comments and making its application available for public review until May 9, 2007. Contact Circuit Controls Corporation directly to submit comments or for information on reviewing the application. Written comments may also be submitted directly to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Environmental Science and Services Division, P.O. Box 30457, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7957, Attn: Clean Corporate Citizen Program. Please include the specific facility name in any letters submitted for public comment. Information Contact: Jack George, Circuit Controls Corporation, 231-347-0760, extension 245.

MAY 9, 2007  

6:30 p.m.  

PUBLIC MEETING AND DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT ON A PROPOSED REMEDIAL ACTION PLAN (RAP) FOR THE WEXFORD COUNTY LANDFILL, CEDAR CREEK TOWNSHIP, WEXFORD COUNTY MICHIGAN. The Waste and Hazardous Materials Division will hold a public meeting on a proposed RAP for the Wexford County Landfill at the Manton Consolidated School Gym, 105 Fifth Street, Manton, Michigan. The purpose of the meeting is to receive comments on the proposed RAP under Part 201, Environmental Remediation, and Part 115, Solid Waste Management, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended (NREPA). The proposed RAP provides a remedy for groundwater contamination caused by historical landfill activities by removal of waste in unlined areas, interim measures to protect affected residents, construction and operation of a public water supply system, establishment of groundwater use restrictions by township ordinance, and groundwater monitoring. The proposed RAP will be available for review at the DEQ Cadillac District Office, 120 W. Chapin Street, Cadillac, Michigan, or the Wexford County Department of Public Works, 3161 S. Lake Mitchell Drive, Cadillac, Michigan. DEQ will accept written comments on the proposed RAP until May 18, 2007. Information Contact: Phil Roycraft, Waste and Hazardous Materials Division, 231-775-3960, or Email at roycrafp@michigan.gov.

MAY 9, 2007  

7:00 p.m.  

PUBLIC HEARING ON PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY E. T. MACKENZIE COMPANY, GRAND LEDGE, MICHIGAN. The Land and Water Management Division will hold a public hearing at the Woodhull Township Hall, 7315 West Beard Road, Shaftsburg, Michigan. The hearing will be for Permit Application Number 07‑78‑0001‑P, submitted by E. T. MacKenzie Company, 4248 West Saginaw Highway, Grand Ledge, Michigan. The applicant proposes to expand an existing 24‑acre lake by 5 acres. The existing lake was created by mining sand and will be expanded over the next three years by excavating 200,000 cubic yards of sand to shape and contour the lake banks. The lake will be dewatered by constructing a drainage ditch and settling basin then directing water to three wetland areas. The purpose of the proposal is to create safe slopes around the lake. The project is located in T5N, R1E, Section 28, Woodhull Township, Shiawassee County, Michigan. Information Contact: Christopher Clampitt, Land and Water Management Division, 517‑335‑6273.

MAY 10, 2007  

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING E85, PARMENTER AND ESCOTT ROADS, CORUNNA, SHIAWASSEE COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for installation and operation of a dry mill ethanol plant to produce 115.8 million gallons per year of denatured, fuel-grade ethanol from corn. The facility will be located at Parmenter and Escott Roads, Corunna, Michigan. New Source Review public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. If requested by May 10, 2007, a hearing will be held May 16, 2007 (see May 16 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: Andrew Drury, Air Quality Division, 517‑335-3107.

MAY 16, 2007  

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING HOLLAND PANEL PRODUCTS, INC. (SRN: B6614), HOLLAND, ALLEGAN COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft renewal of a Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) for the operation of tileboard coating equipment, ovens, and woodworking equipment controlled by baghouses. 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 William J. Kok, General Manager, 615 East 40^th Street, Holland, Michigan 49423. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Dennis Dunlap, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Kalamazoo District Office, 7953 Adobe Road, Kalamazoo, Michigan. The decision-maker for the permit is Mary Douglas, Kalamazoo District Supervisor. If requested in writing by May 16, 2007, a public hearing may be scheduled. Information Contact: Dennis Dunlap, Air Quality Division, 269-567-3553.

MAY 16, 2007  

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING ZEELAND BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS (SRN: B7977), ZEELAND, OTTAWA COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft renewal of a Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) for the operation of internal combustion engines for the generation of electrical power. 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 David Walters, 347 East Washington Avenue, Zeeland, Michigan 49464. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Stephen J. Lachance, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Grand Rapids District Office, State Office Building, 6^th Floor, 350 Ottawa NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. The decision-maker for the permit is Heidi Hollenbach, Grand Rapids District Supervisor. If requested in writing by May 16, 2007, a public hearing may be scheduled. Information Contact: Stephen J. Lachance, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0239.

MAY 16, 2007  

7:00 p.m.  

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING E85, PARMENTER AND ESCOTT ROADS, CORUNNA, SHIAWASSEE COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for installation and operation of a dry mill ethanol plant to produce 115.8 million gallons per year of denatured, fuel-grade ethanol from corn. The facility will be located at Parmenter and Escott Roads, Corunna, 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 May 10, 2007, a public hearing will be held in the Corunna High School Cafeteria, 417 East King Street, Corunna, Michigan. Information Contact: Andrew Drury, Air Quality Division, 517‑335-3107.

MAY 17, 2007  

7:00 p.m.  

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING BREWER'S CITY DOCK, HOLLAND, OTTAWA COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for installation and operation of a non-metallic mineral crushing system equipped with water spray dust control for processing gravel, limestone, and recycled concrete and asphalt, and an existing slag storage and handling operation equipped with water spray dust control. The facility is located at 24 Pine Avenue, Holland, 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 May 7, 2007, (see May 7 listing in this calendar) a public hearing will be held in the Council Chambers, Holland City Hall, 1^st Floor, 270 South River Avenue, Holland, Michigan. Information Contact: Tom Julien, Air Quality Division, 517‑335‑3711.

MAY 18, 2007  

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING MARYSVILLE ETHANOL, LLC, MARYSVILLE, ST. CLAIR COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for installation and operation of a dry mill ethanol plant to produce 110 million gallons per year of denatured, fuel-grade ethanol from corn. The facility is located at 2510 Busha Highway, Marysville, Michigan. New Source Review public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. If requested by Maya 18, 2007, a hearing will be held May 23, 2007 (see May 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: Andrew Drury, Air Quality Division, 517‑335-3107.

MAY 18, 2007  

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING PROPOSED GENERAL PERMIT CATEGORY FOR REMOVAL OF QUALIFYING SMALL DAMS IN THE STATE OF MICHIGAN. Pursuant to Part 301, Inland Lakes and Streams; and Part 303, Wetlands Protection, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended, the MDEQ's Land and Water Management Division is proposing to issue a new General Permit (GP) to support the removal of qualifying small dams less than two feet in height as defined in Section 30105 of Part 301, Inland Lakes and Steams, with an overall goal of improving stream habitat in Michigan. Parts 301 and 303 authorize the issuance of GPs for categories of activities that are similar in nature, will cause only minimal adverse environmental effects when performed separately, and will have only minimal cumulative adverse effect on the environment. If this GP is approved, then the MDEQ may review and authorize specific dam removal projects under this GP in an accelerated manner without issuance of any additional public notice. In order to qualify for authorization under this GP, criteria specified in the proposed GP must be met. These criteria include limitations on the size of the dam and associated impoundment, basic environmental considerations, and requirements regarding restoration of the stream channel and associated wetlands following dam removal. In addition, permission of all property owners riparian to the dam's impoundment is required prior to dam removal. The detailed draft GP can be found at www.michigan.gov/deqinlandlakes, or may be requested from the address given below. Written comments should be submitted directly to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Land and Water Management Division, P.O. Box 30458, Lansing, Michigan 48909‑7958 to the attention of Peg Bostwick. All comments must be received by May 18, 2007. Information Contact: Joseph Haas, Land and Water Management Division, 517‑241‑3139.

MAY 21, 2007  

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING FEDERAL CONSISTENCY REVIEW OF THE U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS RENEWAL OF NATIONWIDE PERMITS. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has submitted a proposal to reissue and/or modify existing Nationwide Permit categories to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality. The Michigan Coastal Management Program will be reviewing the proposed reissuance and modifications for consistency with Michigan's Coastal Management Program. The proposed 2007 Nationwide Permits can be viewed on the USACE's Web site at www.usace.army.mil/cw/cecwo/reg/nationwide_permits.htm. Written comments should be submitted directly to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Land and Water Management Division, P.O. Box 30458, Lansing, Michigan 48909 to the attention of Chris Antieau. All written comments must be received by May 21, 2007. Information Contact: Chris Antieau, Land and Water Management Division, 517-373-3894.

MAY 23, 2007  

7:00 p.m.  

TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING MARYSVILLE ETHANOL, LLC, MARYSVILLE, ST. CLAIR COUNTY, proposed Permit to Install application for installation and operation of a dry mill ethanol plant to produce 110 million gallons per year of denatured, fuel-grade ethanol from corn. The facility is located at 2510 Busha Highway, Marysville, 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 May 18, 2007, a public hearing will be held in the Auditorium of the Marysville High School, 1325 Michigan Avenue, Marysville, Michigan. Information Contact: Andrew Drury, Air Quality Division, 517‑335‑3107.

MAY 30, 2007  

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING ANR PIPELINE LINCOLN COMPRESSOR STATION (SRN: N5586), LAKE GEORGE, CLARE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft renewal of a Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) for the operation of natural gas compressor 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 ROP public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. The responsible official of the stationary source is Vern Meier, 1001 Louisiana Street, Houston, Texas 77002. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Mark Reed, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Saginaw Bay District Office, 503 N. Euclid, Bay City, Michigan 48706-2965. The decision-maker for the permit is Mark Reed, Saginaw Bay District Supervisor. If requested in writing by May 30, 2007 a public hearing may be scheduled. Information Contact: Joanne Foy, Air Quality Division, 517-373-7033.

MAY 30, 2007  

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING BASF CORPORATION, LABS AND APPLICATION CENTERS(SRN: M4808), WYANDOTTE, WAYNE COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) for the operation of research and development activites and chemical and physical testing activities. 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 K. Edward Nuernberg, Site General Manager, BASF Corporation, 1609 Biddle Avenue, Wyandotte, Michigan 48192. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Jeff Korniski, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Detroit Field Office, Cadillac Place, Suite 2-300, 3058 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit, Michigan 48202. The decision-maker for the permit is Teresa Seidel, Southeast Michigan District Supervisor. If requested in writing by May 30, 2007, a public hearing may be scheduled. Information Contact: Jeff Korniski, Air Quality Division, 313‑456‑4681.

MAY 30, 2007  

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING JAGUAR ENERGY - OTSEGO LAKE 27 GAS PLANT (SRN: B6497), WATERS, OTSEGO COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft renewal of a Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) for the operation of a natural gas sweetening facility and associated processing equipment. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the stationary source. The ROP public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. The responsible official of the stationary source is Louis Bartz, 3312 12^th Street, Wayland, Michigan 49348. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Shane Nixon, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Cadillac District Office, 120 West Chapin Street, Cadillac, Michigan 49601. The decision-maker for the permit is Janis Denman, Cadillac District Supervisor. If requested in writing by May 30, 2007, a public hearing may be scheduled. Information Contact: Shane Nixon, Air Quality Division, 231-775-3960, extension 6251.

MAY 30, 2007  

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING LACKS ENTERPRISES (SRN: N0895), KENTWOOD, KENT COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft renewal of a Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) for the operation of an automotive parts 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 Bill Niebor, General Manager, 4365 - 52^nd Street SE, Kentwood, Michigan 49512. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to David Morgan, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Grand Rapids District Office, 350 Ottawa NW - Unit 10, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. The decision-maker for the permit is Heidi G. Hollenbach, Grand Rapids District Supervisor. If requested in writing by May 30, 2007, a public hearing may be scheduled. Information Contact: David Morgan, Air Quality Division, 616-356-0009, or Email at morgand2@michigan.gov.

MAY 30, 2007  

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING MICHIGAN CONSOLIDATED GAS COMPANY, WASHINGTON 10 STORAGE FACILITY (SRN: N3391), WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, MACOMB COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft renewal of a Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) for the operation of a natural gas transmission and storage facility. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the stationary source. The ROP public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. The responsible official of the stationary source is Lawrence Maiorana, 12700 30 Mile Road, Washington, Michigan 48065. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Krista Reed, 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, Southeast Michigan District Supervisor. If requested in writing by May 30, 2007, a public hearing may be scheduled. Information Contact: Krista Reed, Air Quality Division, 586‑753‑3764.

MAY 30, 2007  

DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING WEXFORD COUNTY LANDFILL  (SRN: N3862), MANTON, WEXFORD COUNTY, for the proposed approval of a draft initial Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) for the operation of a municipal solid waste landfill. The draft permit is intended to simplify and clarify the facility's applicable requirements and will not result in any air emission changes at the stationary source. The ROP public notice documents can be viewed on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqair. The responsible official of the stationary source is John J. Divozzo, 3161 South Lake Mitchell Drive, Cadillac, Michigan 49601. Comments on the draft permit are to be submitted to Kurt Childs, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Cadillac District Office, 120 West Chapin Street, Cadillac, Michigan 49601. The decision-maker for the permit is Janis Denman, Cadillac District Supervisor. If requested in writing by May 30, 2007, a public hearing may be scheduled. Information Contact: Kurt Childs, Air Quality Division, 231-775-3960, Extension 6253.

MAY 30, 2007  

2:00 p.m.  

PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING PART 91, SOIL EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL (SESC), OF THE NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1994 PA 451, AS AMENDED. The Water Bureau will be holding a public hearing on proposed revisions to administrative rule R323.1707. The hearing will be held in the Brake Conference Room, Atrium South, Constitution Hall, 525 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. The proposed rule will rescind the requirement for the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality to serve as the SESC permitting agency when an earth change is under the jurisdiction of two or more county or municipal enforcing agencies. The proposed rule will allow counties and municipalities to issue SESC permits for the portion of the earth change under their respective jurisdictions. The proposed rule (SOAHR #2006-019 EQ) is published on the State of Michigan Web site at www.michigan.gov/orr or at www.michigan.gov/deqwb; select "Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control" and then select "Proposed Rule Revision." Copies of the proposed rule may also be obtained by contacting the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Water Bureau, P.O. Box 30273, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7773, or by Email at mikular@michigan.gov. Written comments will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on Monday, June 11, 2007, and should be mailed to the address above. Information Contact: Dick Mikula, Water Bureau, 517-335-3178.

JUNE 5, 2007  

9:00 a.m.  -

12:00 p.m.  

MICHIGAN SMALL BUSINESS CLEAN AIR COMPLIANCE ADVISORY PANEL MEETING, LANSING. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality is holding a meeting of the Michigan Small Business Clean Air Compliance Advisory Panel (CAP) in Constitution Hall, Katherine Cushman Conference Room, 525 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. The CAP is a seven-member panel through which members speak freely and openly about air quality matters. The public is encouraged to attend. Individuals needing accommodations for effective participation at the meeting should contact Donna Davis, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-335-2784, a week in advance to request mobility, visual, hearing or other assistance.

JUNE 30, 2007  

INTENT TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FOR CLEAN CORPORATE CITIZEN DESIGNATION, GRUPO ANTOLIN-MARLETTE, MARLETTE, SANILAC COUNTY. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality has received notice from Grupo Antolin-Marlette of its intent to apply for Clean Corporate Citizen (C3) designation. The C3 program provides incentives for improved environmental protection. Regulated establishments that have demonstrated environmental stewardship can receive C3 designation and public recognition for their efforts and are entitled to certain regulatory benefits. As part of the application process, Grupo Antolin-Marlette will be accepting public comments and making its application available for public review until June 30, 2007. Contact Dennis Cargill directly to submit comments or for information on reviewing the application. Written comments may also be submitted directly to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Environmental Science and Services Division, P.O. Box 30457, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7957, Attn: Clean Corporate Citizen Program. Please include the specific facility name in any letters submitted for public comment. Information Contact: Dennis Cargill, Grupo Antolin-Marlette, 989-635-5004.

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

MAY 1, 2007  

8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.  

DATA QUALITY IN THE MODERN ANALYTICAL LABORATORY, EAGLE EYE BANQUET FACILITY, EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN. This annual workshop series is co-sponsored by MDEQ, MELA, AWA, and MWEA. The workshop will feature Dr. Roy Keith-Smith as the keynote speaker, author of numerous books, papers, and lectures on Wastewater Analysis and Interpretation. He is also co-author of Environmental Laboratory Data Evaluation for Genium Publishing. Speakers will present information on Diesel Range Organics, Emerging Contaminants, Whole Effluent Toxicity, New Technology Efficiencies, Occupational Chemical Exposure, and a Review of the NPDES Program. Registration, including lunch, will be $85 for members and $123 for non-members. Registration forms and further information will be available at www.mi-wea.org or call 517‑641‑7377.

MAY 9, 2007  

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES FORUM, MICHIGAN CHAMBER BUILDING, LANSING, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Chamber has gathered leading expert attorneys, government officials, and top consultants with extensive knowledge and expertise to provide you with an update on the most current developments in the environmental arena. For more information, go to www.michamber.com/semevent/ei07.asp or call 800-748-0344.

MAY 15-17, 2007  

25^th ANNUAL MICHIGAN  Recycling coalition Conference and Business Expo, SHERATON DETROIT NOVI, NOVI, MICHIGAN.Don't miss the opportunity to catch up on emerging recycling issues, meet with colleagues and experts from all over the nation, and find out how others are handling the challenges you face. This annual event provides an opportunity for attendees to share technical information on waste management, to discuss common challenges and solutions, and to view the latest products and services. DEQ will be presenting at this conference. Information Contact: Allison Buhs, 517-327-9207, or go to www.michiganrecycles.org.

MAY 16, 2007  

5:30 - 9:00 p.m.  

MICHIGAN ASSOCIATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROFESSIONALS (MAEP) PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT MEETING, ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and Michigan Department of Environmental Quality present "Great Lakes Legacy Act: Black Lagoon Sediment Clean-up Project." Speakers will walk through the planning process, implementation of the plan, results found, and the hands-on lessons learned. Information Contact: Lynne Kohon, MAEP, 517-349-1970, or Email at exec-dir@maep.org.

MAY 17, 2007  

TOXIC CHEMICAL RELEASE INVENTORY (TRI) WORKSHOP - BEGINNERS COURSE, KELLOGG HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER, EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN. TRI reporting is required under Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986 (EPCRA), also known as SARA Title III. Facilities in certain industry sectors that meet the criteria must submit reports for listed toxic chemicals and report releases and waste transfers of the chemicals as well as waste management activities. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 5 and Michigan SARA Title III Program are partnering to offer this full-day workshop for those who have little or no knowledge of reporting requirements of EPCRA Section 313. This beginner's course will cover the regulation in detail, including reporting changes for 2006, as well as Section 6607 of the Pollution Prevention Act (PPA) of 1990. Attendance is encouraged for facilities that are potentially subject to reporting under Section 313. A full brochure and online registration are available on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqworkshops, click on "Upcoming DEQ Workshops." Registration Information: Environmental Assistance Center, 800‑662‑9278, or Email at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov. Program Information Contact: Ruth Borgelt, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-373-9804, or Email at borgeltr@michigan.gov.

MAY 17, 2007  

TOXIC CHEMICAL RELEASE INVENTORY (TRI) WORKSHOP - ADVANCED COURSE, KELLOGG HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER, EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN. TRI reporting is required under Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986 (EPCRA), also known as SARA Title III. Facilities in certain industry sectors that meet the criteria must submit reports for listed toxic chemicals and report releases and waste transfers of the chemicals as well as waste management activities. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 5 and Michigan SARA Title III Program are partnering to offer this half-day workshop concurrently with the full-day Beginners Course. This advanced course is intended for those who are familiar with the reporting requirements of EPCRA Section 313. A full brochure and online registration are available on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqworkshops, click on "Upcoming DEQ Workshops." Registration Information: Environmental Assistance Center, 800‑662‑9278, or Email at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov. Program Information Contact: Ruth Borgelt, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-373-9804, or Email at borgeltr@michigan.gov.

MAY 17, 2007  

MICHIGAN CLEAN FLEET CONFERENCE: DRIVING TECHNOLOGIES, FUELS, AND FUNDING FOR CLEANER AIR, NEXTENERGY CENTER, DETROIT. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, NextEnergy, and the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth-Energy Office are pleased to present this one-day conference aimed to educate public and private fleet managers, public officials, trucking companies, school districts, and other stakeholders on the various strategies, fuels, and technologies available in the marketplace to assist fleets in conserving fuel, decreasing emissions, and saving money. There will be networking opportunities with technology vendors, government officials, and fleet managers. For registration and conference details, contact Sue Pinkowski, NextEnergy, 313-833-0100, extension 310, or Email at suep@nextenergy.org.

MAY 2007

TOXIC CHEMICAL RELEASE INVENTORY ADVANCED COMPUTER TRAINING, VARIOUS LOCATIONS, MICHIGAN. TRI reporting is required under Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986 (EPCRA), also known as SARA Title III. Facilities in certain industry sectors that meet the criteria must submit reports for listed toxic chemicals and report releases and waste transfers of the chemicals as well as waste management activities. The Michigan SARA Title III Program is offering this half-day session designed for persons familiar with Section 313 reporting. This advanced computer training will provide hands-on use of the USEPA TRI-ME reporting software to determine eligibility and complete the forms. The training will include a discussion of the TRI Assistance Library and report submission through the Web. Attendees will use a problem set and examples in determining eligibility and release and waste management reporting. Reporting changes for 2006 will also be discussed. A full brochure and online registration are available on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqworkshops, click on "Upcoming DEQ Workshops." Registration Information: Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or Email at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov. Program Information Contact: Ruth Borgelt, Environmental Science and Services Division, 517-373-9804, or Email at borgeltr@michigan.gov.

Date - Location

5/22/07  - Lansing Community College, West Campus, Lansing

5/24/07  - VisTaTech at Schoolcraft College, Livonia

JUNE 2007

CLEANUP CRITERIA TRAINING, VARIOUS LOCATIONS, MICHIGAN. This comprehensive two-day training is designed for parties implementing cleanups at sites of environmental contamination in Michigan under Part 201 (Environmental Remediation) and Part 213 (Leaking Underground Storage Tanks) of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended. Attendance at any one of the three sessions being offered is required for all Certified Professionals, and is highly recommended for environmental consultants, owners and operators of contaminated sites, attorneys, and local government officials. Attendees will leave with a thorough understanding of the legal basis for cleanup requirements; the development and application of generic cleanup criteria; and the evaluation of pathways, risks, and conditions. All training sessions will be conducted by staff from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Remediation and Redevelopment Division. A full brochure and online registration are available on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deqworkshops, click on "Upcoming DEQ Workshops." Registration Information: Environmental Assistance Center, 800-662-9278, or Email at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov. Program Information Contact: Remediation & Redevelopment Division, 517‑373‑9837.

Date - Location

6/13-6/14 - Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center, East Lansing

6/18-6/19 - Holiday Inn South Convention Center, Lansing

6/21-6/22 - Holiday Inn, Grayling

JUNE 2007

MEECS (MICHIGAN ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CURRICULUM SUPPORT) TRAINING WORKSHOPS, VARIOUS LOCATIONS, MICHIGAN. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality is pleased to announce that Michigan is among only a handful of states to create its own environmental education curriculum, known as the MEECS. This project is designed to provide students in grades four through nine with an opportunity to learn about their environment through five different curriculum units: Air Quality, Ecosystems & Biodiversity, Energy Resources, Land Use, and Water Quality. Over 190 teacher trainings have been conducted; more workshops will continue to be scheduled. A full brochure with workshop dates, times, and locations is available on the Web at www.michigan.gov/deq-meecs. Please check for updates on the MEECS website as more workshops are scheduled. Registration Fee: Low cost/no cost. Varies by location. Registration Information: Varies by location; see Web brochure. Information Contact: Thomas Occhipinti, Executive Division, 517-373-2379, or Email at occhipit@michigan.gov.

Date                 Topic               Location

6/18/07               Ecosystems      SVSU Regional M/S Center, University  Center

6/19/07               Land                 SVSU Regional M/S Center, University  Center

6/20/07               Water               SVSU Regional M/S Center, University  Center

6/21/07               Energy              SVSU Regional M/S Center, University  Center

6/21/07               Energy              Copper Country ISD, Hancock

6/21/07               Land                 Copper Country ISD, Hancock

6/21/07               Ecosystems      Copper Country ISD, Hancock

6/22/07               Air                    SVSU Regional M/S Center, University  Center

6/22/07               Air                    Copper Country ISD, Hancock

6/22/07               Water               Copper Country ISD, Hancock

JUNE 22-24, 2007  

MICHIGAN ENERGY Fair, ManiSTEE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS, ONEKAMA, MICHIGAN. The Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association (GLREA) is presenting the 2^nd Annual Michigan Energy Fair. This three-day event will unite people from throughout Michigan and the Great Lakes region to learn about energy issues and sustainable living. Attendees will have the opportunity to attend educational workshops; meet vendors offering valuable goods, services, and information; eat local food; and hear great live music. DEQ will have an exhibit at this conference. Information Contact: Jennifer Malinowski, Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association, 800-434-9788, or Email at Jennifer.malinowski@glrea.org.