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PUBLIC NOTICECOVENANT NOT TO SUE/FINAL FINDINGS AND ORDERS

Teleflex Inc. Sermatech-Lehr Plant 1

Notice is hereby given that on August 4, 2004 the Director of the Ohio EnvironmentalProtection Agency (“Ohio EPA”), pursuant to Ohio Revised Code (“ORC”) Chapter 3746and Ohio Administrative Code (“OAC”) Chapter 3745-300, issued a Covenant Not ToSue/Final Findings and Orders to Teleflex, Incorporated, for the property identified as theSermatech-Lehr Plant 1 property (the “Property”).

Teleflex, Inc., conducted a voluntary action at the approximately 9.7 acre Property locatedat 11230 Deerfield Road, Blue Ash, Hamilton County, Ohio. A no further action letter wassubmitted on September 30, 2002, to the Voluntary Action Program of the Ohio EPADivision of Emergency and Remedial Response on behalf of Teleflex, Inc., by MichaelWeinstein, a Certified Professional (No. CP 126), as defined in ORC 3746.01(E) and OAC3745-300-01(A)(8).

The issuance of the Covenant Not to Sue/Final Findings and Orders is a final action of theDirector. The action may be appealed to the Environmental Review Appeals Commission(“Commission”). The appeal must be in writing and set forth the action complained of andthe grounds upon which the appeal is based. The appeal must be filed with theCommission within thirty (30) days after notice or issuance of the action. (See ORC3745.04 and 3745.07). A copy of the appeal must be served on the Director within three(3) days after the appeal is filed with the Commission. The appeal may be filed with theCommission at 309 South Fourth Street, Room 222, Columbus, Ohio 43215.

If you would like to review a copy of the Covenant Not To Sue/Final Findings and Orders,please contact the Records Management Officer, Ohio EPA, Division of Emergency andRemedial Response, Voluntary Action Program, P.O. Box 1049, Columbus, OH 43216-1049, or by telephone at (614) 644-2924.

PUBLIC NOTICEOHIO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

RENEWAL OF LABORATORY CERTIFICATION UNDER OHIO’S VOLUNTARYACTION PROGRAM

Notice is hereby given that on August 2, 2004, the Director of the Ohio EnvironmentalProtection Agency (“Ohio EPA”), pursuant to Ohio Revised Code (“ORC”) 3746.04(B)(6)and Ohio Administrative Code (“OAC”) 3745-300-04, issued a renewal of laboratorycertification to EA Group of 7118 Industrial Park, Mentor, Ohio. The certification numberassigned to EA Group remains CL0015.

The issuance of the renewal certification is a final action of the Director and will be publicnoticed in accordance with OAC 3745-47-07. The action may be appealed to theEnvironmental Review Appeals Commission (“Commission”). The appeal must be inwriting and set forth the action complained of and the grounds upon which the appeal isbased. The appeal must be filed with the Commission within thirty (30) days after noticeor issuance of the action. See ORC 3745.04 and 3745.07. A copy of the appeal must beserved on the Director within three (3) days after the appeal is filed with the Commission.The appeal may be filed with the Commission at 309 South Fourth Street, Suite 222,Columbus, Ohio 43215.

If you would like to review a copy of the certificate, or any documents related to thelaboratory’s certification, please contact Kay Hughes, Records Management Officer, atOhio EPA, Division of Emergency and Remedial Response, Voluntary Action Program,P.O. Box 1049, Columbus, OH 43216-1049, or by telephone at (614) 644-2924.

OHIO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCYLABORATORY CERTIFICATION UNDER

OHIO’S VOLUNTARY ACTION PROGRAM

Notice is hereby given that on August 2, 2004, the Director of the Ohio EnvironmentalProtection Agency (Ohio EPA), pursuant to Ohio Revised Code 3746.04(B)(6) and OhioAdministrative Code 3745-300-04, issued a renewal of laboratory certification to SouthernPetroleum Laboratories, Inc., (“SPL”), 8880 Interchange Drive, Houston, Texas 77054.The certification number assigned to SPL remains CL0005.

The issuance of the certification is a final action of the Director and will be public noticedin accordance with OAC 3745-47-07. The action may be appealed to the EnvironmentalReview Appeals Commission (“Commission”). The appeal must be in writing and set forththe action complained of and the grounds upon which the appeal is based. The appealmust be filed with the Commission within thirty (30) days after notice or issuance of theaction. See ORC 3745.04 and 3745.07. A copy of the appeal must be served on theDirector within three (3) days after the appeal is filed with the Commission. The appealmay be filed with the Commission at 309 South Fourth Street, Suite 222, Columbus, Ohio43215.

If you would like to review a copy of the certificate, or any documents related to thelaboratory’s certification, please contact Kay Hughes, Records Management Officer, atOhio EPA, Division of Emergency and Remedial Response, Voluntary Action Program,P.O. Box 1049, Columbus, OH 43216-1049, or by telephone at (614) 644-2924.

PUBLIC NOTICEFINAL ACTIONS OF THE DIRECTOR

ISSUANCE OF CERTIFICATES TO REPAIR FACILITIES UNDERTHE MOTOR VEHICLE EMISSION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAM

Notice is hereby given that the Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency,pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Chapter 3704.14 and Ohio Administrative Code rule 3745-26-15, has issued certificates to perform work as a Certified Repair Facility under the MotorVehicle Emission Inspection and Maintenance Program, consistent with the requirementsof that program, to the facilities listed below. All certificates are issued 8/4/2004.

For information regarding these final actions, contact Glenn Luksik, Ohio EPA, Division ofAir Pollution Control, Mobile Sources Section, P.O. Box 1049, Columbus, Ohio 43216-1049, or by telephone at (614) 644-3059. These final actions of the Director were notpreceded by proposed actions, and are appealable to the Environmental Review AppealsCommission within thirty (30) days after issuance of the Director’s action, pursuant tosection 3745.07 of the Revised Code. The appeal must be in writing and set forth theaction complained of and the grounds upon which the appeal is based. A copy of theappeal must be served on the Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency withinthree (3) days of filing with the Commission. Appeals must be sent to the followingaddress: Environmental Review Appeals Commission, 309 South Fourth Street, Room222, Columbus, Ohio 43215.

COUNTY SHOP NAME CITY STATE

CLARK SEXTON'S SHOP SPRINGFIELD OH

CLERMONT C.R.T. AUTO ELECTRONICS BATAVIA OH

CLERMONT RAY & RON'S AUTO SERVICE AMELIA OH

CUYAHOGA ACE AUTO REPAIR INC. EUCLID OH

CUYAHOGA AUTO REPAIR TECHNOLOGY BROOKPARK OH

CUYAHOGA AUTO REPAIR, INC BROOKPARK OH

CUYAHOGA BEAULIEU AUTO CENTER CLEVELAND OH

CUYAHOGA BOB ADAMS AUTOMOTIVE BEDFORD OH

CUYAHOGA BROADVIEW-SCHAAF MARATHON CLEVELAND OH

CUYAHOGA CIRCLE AUTOMO TIVE CLEVELAND OH

CUYAHOGA GARFIELD AUTO CENTER GARFIELD HTS OH

CUYAHOGA HARLE'S AUTO SERVICE, INC PARMA OH

CUYAHOGA M.K. AUTOMOTIVE, INC. NORTH OLMSTED OH

CUYAHOGA MAPLETOW N AUTOM OTIVE MAPLE HTS OH

CUYAHOGA MASTERS AUTO SERVICE CLEVELAND OH


CUYAHOGA NATIONW IDE AUTO SERVICE CLEVELAND OH

CUYAHOGA PARMA CCS INC PARMA OH

CUYAHOGA PROCARE 0406 W ESTLAKE OH

CUYAHOGA SEME & SON AUTOMOTIVE, INC. EUCLID OH

CUYAHOGA SUBURBAN CAR & TRUCK REPAIR CLEVELAND OH

GEAUGA EASTSIDE CAR CARE MIDDLEFIELD OH

GEAUGA MIDDLEFIELD TIRE/CAR CARE CTR MIDDLEFIELD OH

GREENE BEAVERCREEK MARATHON BEAVERCREEK OH

GREENE MURPHY'S AUTOCARE, INC BEAVERCREEK OH

HAMILTON ALTENAU'S AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE CINCINNATI OH

HAMILTON NORTHGATE T IRE-GOODYEAR CINCINNATI OH

Hamilton SMITTY'S GARAGE Cinc innati OH

LAKE CLASSIC CHEVROLET MENTOR OH

LAKE DAVE'S AUTO CARE W ILLOUGHBY OH

LORAIN GREAT LAKES AUTO MOTIVE SHEFFIELD LAKE OH

MEDINA COSTELLO'S SPRING GROVE AUTO MEDINA OH

MONTGOMERY BOOSE CHEVROLET BROO KVILLE OH

MONTGOMERY CENTERVILLE SERVICE CENTER CENTERVILLE OH

MONTGOMERY DAVIDSON'S GARAGE DAYTON OH

MONTGOMERY DAYTON DIESEL INJECTION DAYTON OH

MONTGOMERY DAYTON TIRE SALES DAYTON OH

MONTGOMERY GALLAGHER TIRE DAYTON OH

MONTGOMERY GALLAGHER TIRE & AUTO SERVICE DAYTON OH

MONTGOMERY GATEW AY AUTO CLINIC KETTERING OH

MONTGOMERY GRISMER TIRE & AUTO DAYTON OH

MONTGOMERY GRISMER TIRE CO DAYTON OH

MONTGOMERY LABOSKY'S AUTO SERVICE HUBER HTS OH

MONTGOMERY PROCARE 1078 KETTERING OH

MONTGOMERY SEIBERT AUTOMOTIVE, INC. VANDALIA OH

PORTAGE CHARLIE'S GARAGE SUFFIELD OH

PORTAGE KRUIS BROS MARATHON MANTUA OH

SUMM IT AKRON AUTO CLINIC AKRON OH


SUMM IT COLE'S GARAGE, INC AKRON OH

SUMM IT DAVID'S GARAGE, INC AKRON OH

SUMM IT FIRESTONE TIRE & SERVICE AKRON OH

SUMM IT FRANK MAY GARAGE AKRON OH

SUMM IT FRED MARTIN CHEVROLET, INC AKRON OH

SUMM IT JOE'S AUTO STOW OH

SUMM IT KEN'S KAR KARE, INC. NORTON OH

SUMM IT OLDE 8 AUTOM OTIVE NORTHFIELD CTR OH

SUMM IT RALPH'S AUTO CARE TALLMADGE OH

Summit STAN'S AUTO SERV & SALES Akron OH

W ARREN PHIL'S AUTO & TIRE SERVICE CARLISLE OH

PUBLIC NOTICE

FINAL ACTIONS OF THE DIRECTOR

ISSUANCE OF CERTIFICATES TO REPAIR TECHNICIANS UNDER

THE MOTOR VEHICLE EMISSION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAM

Notice is hereby given that the Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency,pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Chapter 3704.14 and Ohio Administrative Code rule 3745-26-16, has issued certificates to perform work as a Certified Repair Technician under theMotor Vehicle Emission Inspection and Maintenance Program, consistent with therequirements of that program, to the repair technicians listed below. All certificates areissued 8/4/2004.


FIRST LAST CITY STATE

W ILLIAM GASPER AKRON OH

ROBERT SHEW BRIDGE CLAYTON OH

SAM BELL CLEVELAND HEIGHTS OH

RON BALIS SAGAMORE HILLS OH

PUBLIC NOTICE

FINAL ACTIONS OF THE DIRECTOR

ISSUANCE OF CERTIFICATES TO REPAIR TECHNICIANS UNDER

THE MOTOR VEHICLE EMISSION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAM

Notice is hereby given that the Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency,pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Chapter 3704.14 and Ohio Administrative Code rule 3745-26-16, has issued certificates to perform work as a Certified Repair Technician under theMotor Vehicle Emission Inspection and Maintenance Program, consistent with therequirements of that program, to the repair technicians listed below. All certificates areissued 8/3/2004.



JOHN PHILLIPS AKRON OH

BRUCE HUNSICKER AKRON OH

MARK COLE AKRON OH

JAMES W ROE SR AKRON OH

STANLEY MILLER AKRON OH

MERVIN STRATTON AKRON OH

BRIAN ETTINGER BAINBRIDGE OH

KIM TARVIN BATAVIA OH

JOSEPH TURNER BEAVERCREEK OH

JAMES POGUE BEAVERCREEK OH

DALE FLEMING BEDFORD OH

RICHARD HYAMS BLUE ASH OH

JOHN W OJNARW SKY BROOKPARK OH


RALPH W IDOW SKI BRUNSWICK OH

DAVID RAISCHEL CHARDON OH

DAVID BLATHERS CINCINNATI OH

DANIEL POLKING CINCINNATI OH

JAMES TIMON III CINCINNATI OH

STEVEN GIERACH CINCINNATI OH

STEPHEN VON SEELEN CINCINNATI OH

JAMES RAPIEN CINCINNATI OH

STEPHEN OVERBECK CINCINNATI OH

JOSEPH MENKE CINCINNATI OH

THOMAS BONHAUS CINCINNATI OH

MARK PELLESCHI CLEVELAND OH

W ILLIAM MIZE CLEVELAND OH

ROBERT FLORA CLEVELAND OH

MARK ALEXANDER CONCORD OH

JEFFREY BEAUREGARD COPLEY OH

BRIAN MESSNER CUYAHO GA FALLS OH

CRAIG PURVIS DAYTON OH

MICHAEL SCOTHORN DAYTON OH

MARK BAILEY DAYTON OH

ALLEN HARDW ICK DAYTON OH

JAMES W ATSON DAYTON OH

JAMES HALDERMAN DAYTON OH

BOBBY BARLOW DAYTON OH

KENNETH CHAPMAN DOLYESTOWN OH

KENNETH MANN EATON OH

MICHAEL KEITH ELYRIA OH

BRIAN SEIBERT ENGLEWOOD OH

RICHARD PERKEY ENGLEWOOD OH

LJUBOMIR ROZIC EUCLID OH


DALE BRIEDE FAIRFIELD OH

JOHN PHILLIPS GARFIELD OH

GARY HASSLER HAMILTON OH

STEVE COOK HAMILTON OH

ALLEN DENNISTON HAMILTON OH

FRED CERNY HINCKLEY OH

JOHN FORRO HINCKLEY OH

JEFFERY BATES HIRAM OH

ANDREW KOVESDI INDEPENDENCE OH

MARK PEARSON KETTERING OH

MICHAEL PIERCE LIMAVILLE OH

JEFFREY HAVENS LOVELAND OH

RYAN BROWN MAINEVILLE OH

W ILLIAM KRUIS MANTUA OH

SAM MUENNICH MASON OH

STEVEN CONTI MAYFIELD HEIGHTS OH

JEFFREY SZIKULA MEDINA OH

MICHAEL SCHMOCK MEDINA OH

DAVID SOHL MENTOR OH

GERRY FRANK MIDDLEBURG HTS OH

DOUGLAS BRUCE MIDDLETOWN OH

MICHAEL LEONARD MORAINE OH

JERRY PATRICK NEW CARLISLE OH

JEFFREY HAAS NEW RICHMOND OH

MICHAEL POPIK ORW ELL OH

ANDREW W ALLIS JR OXFORD OH

TIMOTHY PERKINS PAINESVILLE OH

DANIEL ELBERT PARMA OH

GEORGE SMEE PARMA OH

MIKE BERES PARMA OH


ALAN DUFFY PARMA OH

EDW ARD MALONE PARMA OH

W ILLIAM COON JR ROOTSTOWN OH

EDMUND BEAULIEU SEVEN HILLS OH

SCOTT KUCHAR SOLON OH

JOHN TACKETT SOMERVILLE OH

DAN DIVINCENZO SPENCER OH

KIRK SEXTON SPRINGFIELD OH

MICHAEL COW LEY STRONGSVILLE OH

DANNY CRAW FORD UNION CITY OH

JAMES MASL UNIONTOWN OH

RALPH MOSSER UNIONTOWN OH

SCOTT TAYLOR W ADSWORTH OH

KENNETH FOW LER XENIA OH

Ashtabula County

PUBLIC NOTICE

OHIO EPA ISSUES FINAL FINDINGS AND ORDERS TO

MILLENNIUM INORGANIC CHEMICALS, INC.

On August 2, 2004, Ohio EPA issued final Findings and Orders to Millennium InorganicChemicals, Inc. for its facility located at 2900 Middle Road, Ashtabula, Ohio 44004. Thisfacility transported unpermitted hazardous waste in a 40 cubic yard rolloff container. TheEPA I.D. number for this facility is OHD076741149.

Millennium Inorganic Chemicals, Inc. must achieve compliance with Chapter 3734 of theOhio Revised Code and all corresponding regulations according to the detailed complianceschedule which outlines civil penalties and payments. This final action was not precededby a proposed action and is appealable to the Environmental Review Appeals Commission.

Brown and Highland Counties

PUBLIC NOTICE

APPROVAL OF APPLICATION

FOR WATER SUPPLY REVOLVING LOAN ACCOUNT APPLICATION APPROVAL

TO HIGHLAND COUNTY WATER COMPANY

The Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is providing notice of theapproval of an application for Water Supply Revolving Loan Account (WSRLA) financialassistance to Highland County Water Company, for the following water treatment systemactivities: Distribution system extension into Green Township in Brown County.

This approval is based upon the Ohio EPA staff’s recommendations following a reviewconducted under applicable requirements of the assistance application materials and anyother information regarding the proposed activities. This approval and all financialassistance provided to Highland County Water Company from the WSRLA is conditionedupon successful completion, operation, and maintenance of the eligible activities.

This final action of the Director may be appealed to the Environmental Review AppealsCommission pursuant to Section 3745.04 and 6109.22 (N) of the Ohio Revised Code. Theappeal must be in writing and shall set forth the action complained of and the groundsupon which the appeal is based. It must be filed with the Environmental Review AppealsCommission within thirty (30) days after notice of the Director’s action. A copy of theappeal must be served on the Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency withinthree (3) days of filing with the Commission. An appeal may be filed with theEnvironmental Review Appeals Commission at the following address: EnvironmentalReview Appeals Commission, 309 South Fourth Street, Room 222, Columbus, Ohio43215.

Copies of the assistance agreement and associated Environmental Assessmentdocuments are available by calling (614) 644-2798. Also, copies are available by writingto: Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, Division of Environmental and FinancialAssistance, 122 South Front Street, P. O. Box 1049, Columbus, OH 43216-1049.

Questions regarding the project should be directed to Jack P. Hoogeveen at the aboveaddress or by calling (614) 644-2798.

Cuyahoga County

PUBLIC NOTICE



TO CLEVELAND

The Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is providing notice of theapproval of an application for Water Supply Revolving Loan Account (WSRLA) financialassistance to the City of Cleveland, for the following water treatment system activities:Upgrade the existing flocculation and sedimentation systems and construct a new residualshandling facility at the Nottingham Water Treatment facility.

This approval is based upon the Ohio EPA staff’s recommendations following a reviewconducted under applicable requirements of the assistance application materials and anyother information regarding the proposed activities. This approval and all financialassistance provided to the City of Cleveland from the WSRLA is conditioned uponsuccessful completion, operation, and maintenance of the eligible activities.



Questions regarding the project should be directed to Kevin G. Spurbeck at the aboveaddress or by calling (614) 644-2798.

Cuyahoga County

PUBLIC NOTICE


FOR WATER POLLUTION CONTROL LOAN FUND ASSISTANCE

TO THE NORTHEAST OHIO REGIONAL SEWER DISTRICT

The Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is providing notice of theapproval of an application for Water Pollution Control Loan Fund (WPCLF) financialassistance to the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District, for the following water qualityimprovement activity: this project consists of the construction of CSO floatables controlfacilities at five CSO outfall locations. A floating unit in open water will be installed atDugway Brook to control two outfalls in close proximity, an end of pipe unit will be installedat Gordon Park, and in-line facilities will be installed at Euclid Beach Park, Euclid Creekand Brookside Reservation.

This approval is based upon the Ohio EPA staff’s recommendations following a reviewconducted under applicable requirements of the assistance application materials and anyother information regarding the proposed activities. This approval and all financialassistance provided to the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District from the WPCLF isconditioned upon successful completion, operation, and maintenance of the eligibleactivities.

This final action of the Director may be appealed to the Environmental Review AppealsCommission pursuant to Section 3745.04 and 6111.036 (P) of the Ohio Revised Code.The appeal must be in writing and shall set forth the action complained of and the groundsupon which the appeal is based. It must be filed with the Environmental Review AppealsCommission within thirty (30) days after notice of the Director’s action. A copy of theappeal must be served on the Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency withinthree (3) days of filing with the Commission. An appeal may be filed with theEnvironmental Review Appeals Commission at the following address: EnvironmentalReview Appeals Commission, 309 South Fourth Street, Room 222, Columbus, Ohio43215.


Questions regarding the project should be directed to Tracy Harrison Bruny at the aboveaddress or by calling (614) 644-2798.

Date of Public Notice: August 12, 2004 Cuyahoga County

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF RECEIPT OF 401 APPLICATION

Public notice is hereby given that the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA)Division of Surface Water (DSW) has received an application for, and has begun toconsider whether to issue or deny, a Clean Water Act Section 401 certification for a projectto construct a residential subdivision named Woodcroft Glen. As required by theAntidegradation Rule, three alternatives have been submitted for the project. Theapplicant’s preferred alternative would result in impacts to a total of 2.089 acres of wetlandand 1,065 linear feet of streams. The applicant’s minimal degradation alternative wouldimpact 0.964 acres of wetland and 92 linear feet of streams. The applicant’s non-degradation would have no direct impacts on water resources on site. The application wassubmitted by Kurt Updegraff, 14300 Ridge Road, Suite 100, North Royalton, Ohio 44133.The project is located north of State Route 82, between York Road and Atkins Road inNorth Royalton, Cuyahoga County, Ohio. The Army Corps of Engineers Public NoticeNumber for this project is 2003-01221(0). The Ohio EPA ID Number for this project is048969.

The discharges from the activity, if approved, would result in degradation to, or loweringof, the water quality in the East Branch of the Rocky River, located in the Rocky Riverwatershed (04110001). The review of the application will be conducted, and a decisionwhether to grant or deny the application will be made, in accordance with Chapters 3745-1and 3745-32 of the Ohio Administrative Code (OAC). In accordance with OAC 3745-1-05,an antidegradation review of the application will be conducted before deciding whether toallow a lowering of the water quality. Other alternatives resulting in lesser or nodegradation, or lowering of water quality, will be considered by Ohio EPA during the reviewprocess.

No exclusions or waivers, as outlined by Paragraph 3745-1-05 (D) of the AntidegradationRule (effective as of May 1, 1998), apply or may be granted by the Director of Ohio EPA.

Starting August 12, 2004, copies of the application for the certification and technicalsupport information may be inspected at Ohio EPA/DSW, Lazarus Government Center,122 South Front Street, Columbus, Ohio, by first calling (614) 644-2001. Applications canbe made available at Ohio EPA District Offices by calling the same number.

Persons wishing to 1) be on Ohio EPA's interested parties mailing list for this project, 2)request a public hearing, or 3) submit written comments for Ohio EPA's consideration inreviewing the application should do so in writing to Ohio EPA/DSW, Attention: PermitsProcessing Unit, P.O. Box 1049, Columbus, Ohio 43216-1049 within 30 days of the dateof this public notice.

Cuyahoga County

PUBLIC NOTICE

OHIO EPA ISSUES FINAL MODIFIED HAZARDOUS WASTE PERMIT

On August 4, 2004, Ohio EPA issued a final Class 2 modified Hazardous Waste FacilityInstallation and Operation Permit (Permit) to Chemical Solvents, Inc. for its Denison facilityat 1010 Denison Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44109. The EPA Identification Number for thisfacility is OHD980897656.

Why is Chemical Solvents, Inc. modifying its Permit?

Chemical Solvents, Inc. is permitted to operate hazardous waste container and tankstorage units at its facility. Chemical Solvents, Inc. wishes to add two additional tanktreatment units (less than 25% of facility capacity), include additional waste codes formanagement in containers, include additional waste codes for management in tanks, andadd a new hazardous waste storage pad for storing up to 11,000 gallons (less than 25%of facility capacity) . To issue this final modified Permit, Ohio EPA determined that themodification application is complete and meets appropriate standards.

Can I appeal this final modified Permit?

Yes, if you are an officer of an agency of the state or of a political subdivision, acting in arepresentative capacity, or any person who would be aggrieved or adversely affected bythis modified Permit, you have the right to appeal this Permit decision to the EnvironmentalReview Appeals Commission (ERAC).

If I decide to appeal this final modified Permit, how and when must I make theappeal?

If you file an appeal, you must put it in writing no later than September 3, 2004. Yourappeal must explain why you are appealing the action and the grounds you are using foryour appeal. You must file your appeal, according to ORC § 3745.04, with ERAC at thefollowing address: Environmental Review Appeals Commission, 309 South FourthStreet, Room 222, Columbus, Ohio 43215. You must send a copy of the appeal to thedirector of Ohio EPA at the following address no later than three (3) days after you file itwith ERAC: Christopher Jones, Director of Ohio EPA, P.O. Box 1049, Columbus, Ohio43216-1049.

Date of Public Notice: August 11, 2004 Delaware County

PUBLIC NOTICE


Public notice is hereby given that the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA)Division of Surface Water (DSW) has received an application for, and has begun toconsider whether to issue or deny, a Clean Water Act Section 401 certification for a projectto construct a commercial and residential complex. The application was submitted byPlanned Communities, Inc., 110 Northwood Boulevard, Suite B, Columbus, Ohio 43235.

As required by the Antidegradation Rule, three alternatives have been submitted for theproject. The applicant’s preferred alternative would impact 0.85 acres of wetland and 1540linear feet of stream. The applicant’s minimal degradation alternative would impact 0.85acres of wetland and 1403 linear feet of stream. The applicant’s non-degradation wouldhave no direct impacts on streams or wetlands. The project is located north of LewisCenter Road, both on the east and west side of US 23. The Huntington District Corps ofEngineers Public Notice Number for this project is (H)200201283. The Ohio EPA IDNumber for this project is 048385.

The discharges from the activity, if approved, would result in degradation to, or loweringof, the water quality to unnamed tributaries of the Olentangy River. The review of theapplication will be conducted, and a decision whether to grant or deny the application willbe made, in accordance with Chapters 3745-1 and 3745-32 of the Ohio AdministrativeCode (OAC). In accordance with OAC 3745-1-05, an antidegradation review of theapplication will be conducted before deciding whether to allow a lowering of the waterquality. Other alternatives resulting in lesser or no degradation, or lowering of water quality,will be considered by Ohio EPA during the review process.


Starting August 11, 2004, copies of the application for the certification and technicalsupport information may be inspected at Ohio EPA/DSW, Lazarus Government Center,122 South Front Street, Columbus, Ohio, by first calling (614) 644-2001. Applications canbe made available at Ohio EPA District Offices by calling the same number.


Franklin County

PUBLIC NOTICE


FOR SUPPLEMENTAL ASSISTANCE FROM

THE WATER POLLUTION CONTROL LOAN FUND

TO THE CITY OF COLUMBUS

The Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is providing notice of theapproval of an application for Water Pollution Control Loan Fund (WPCLF) supplementalfinancial assistance to the City of Columbus, for the following water quality improvementactivity: Instrumentation & Control System Upgrade, Phase II, at both, the Southerly andJackson Pike wastewater treatment plants.

This approval is based upon the Ohio EPA staff’s recommendations following a reviewconducted under applicable requirements of the assistance application materials and anyother information regarding the proposed activities. This approval and all financialassistance provided to the City of Columbus from the WPCLF is conditioned uponsuccessful completion, operation, and maintenance of the eligible activities.



Questions regarding the project should be directed to Kevin G. Spurbeck at the aboveaddress or by calling (614) 644-2798.

Franklin County

PUBLIC NOTICE

ISSUANCE OF OAC 3745-27-13 AUTHORIZATION

Notice is hereby given that on August 3, 2004, pursuant to OAC 3745-27-13, the directorof Ohio EPA authorized the City of Columbus Recreation and Parks Department (City) toconstruct a bridge abutment and multipurpose trail extension within an area surroundingthe closed Franz Landfill (Facility). The site is located within The Creeks Metro Park, onthe east bank of Alum Creek, in southeast Columbus, Franklin County. This authorizationis subject to all rules, regulations, and specified conditions. This final action was notproceeded by a proposed action and may be appealed to the Environmental ReviewAppeals Commission, at 309 South Fourth Street, Room 222, Columbus, Ohio 43215.Person’s wishing to be on Ohio EPA’s interested parties mailing list for this project mustsubmit a request in writing to Ohio EPA, Division of Solid and Infectious WasteManagement, Attn: Systems Management Unit, P.O. Box 1049, Columbus, Ohio 43216-1049, Tel: (614) 644-2621.

Greene County

PUBLIC NOTICE

APPROVAL OF FACILITIES PLAN AND APPLICATION


TO THE GREEN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

The Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is providing notice of actions toapprove a facilities plan and to approve an application for Water Pollution Control LoanFund (WPCLF) financial assistance to Greene County for the following water qualityimprovement activities: construct a wastewater collection system and force main inShawnee Hills to direct and transport wastewater for treatment at the Village ofJamestown’s wastewater treatment plant.

These approvals are based upon the Ohio EPA staff’s recommendations following reviewsconducted under applicable requirements of the facilities planning materials and of theassistance application materials and any other information regarding the proposedactivities. The approval of the application and all financial assistance provided to GreeneCounty from the WPCLF is conditioned upon successful completion, operation, andmaintenance of the eligible activities.

Each of these approvals is a distinct final action of the Director may be appealed as aseparate action to the Environmental Review Appeals Commission pursuant to Section3745.04 and 6111.036 (P) of the Ohio Revised Code. The appeal must be in writing andshall set forth the action complained of and the grounds upon which the appeal is based.It must be filed with the Environmental Review Appeals Commission within thirty (30) daysafter notice of the Director’s action. A copy of the appeal must be served on the Directorof the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency within three (3) days of filing with theCommission. An appeal may be filed with the Environmental Review Appeals Commissionat the following address: Environmental Review Appeals Commission, 309 South FourthStreet, Room 222,Columbus, Ohio 43215.


Questions regarding the project should be directed to Brian Enck at the above address orby calling (614) 644-3651.

Huron & Erie Counties

PUBLIC NOTICE



TO THE CITY OF BELLEVUE

The Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is providing notice of actions toapprove a facilities plan and to approve an application for Water Pollution Control LoanFund (WPCLF) financial assistance to the City of Bellevue for the following water qualityimprovement activities: improvements at the wastewater treatment plant including theconstruction of equipment to produce class A sludge and equipment to allow delivery ofseptage.

These approvals are based upon the Ohio EPA staff’s recommendations following reviewsconducted under applicable requirements of the facilities planning materials and of theassistance application materials and any other information regarding the proposedactivities. The approval of the application and all financial assistance provided to the Cityof Bellevue from the WPCLF is conditioned upon successful completion, operation, andmaintenance of the eligible activities.



Questions regarding the project should be directed to Brian Enck at the above address orby calling (614) 644-3651.

Knox County

PUBLIC NOTICE



TO THE VILLAGE OF FREDERICKTOWN

The Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is providing notice of theapproval of an application for Water Pollution Control Loan Fund (WPCLF) financialassistance to the Village of Fredericktown, for the following water quality improvementactivity: the village is receiving a Supplemental Loan to include previously incurredplanning/flow monitoring and phase two design costs.

This approval is based upon the Ohio EPA staff’s recommendations following a reviewconducted under applicable requirements of the assistance application materials and anyother information regarding the proposed activities. This approval and all financialassistance provided to the Village of Fredericktown from the WPCLF is conditioned uponsuccessful completion, operation, and maintenance of the eligible activities.



Questions regarding the project should be directed to Paula Reed at the above addressor by calling (614) 644-2798.

Lake County

PUBLIC NOTICE



TO THE CITY OF WILLOUGHBY HILLS

The Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is providing notice of theapproval of an application for a Water Pollution Control Loan Fund (WPCLF) SupplementalLoan to the City of Willoughby Hills in the amount of $82,000.00, for the following waterquality improvement activity: funding to cover additional costs associated with design of theEuclid Creek Tributary Watershed, Contracts 2&3.

This approval is based upon the Ohio EPA staff’s recommendations following a reviewconducted under applicable requirements of the assistance application materials and anyother information regarding the proposed activities. This approval and all financialassistance provided to the City of Willoughby Hills by the WPCLF is conditioned uponsuccessful completion, operation, and maintenance of the eligible activities.

This final action of the Director may be appealed to the Environmental Review AppealsCommission pursuant to Section 3745.04 and 6111.036 (P) of the Ohio Revised Code.The appeal must be in writing and shall set forth the action complained of and the groundsupon which the appeal is based. It must be filed with the Environmental Review AppealsCommission within thirty (30) days after notice of the Director’s action. A copy of theappeal must be served on the Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency withinthree (3) days of filing with the Commission. An appeal may be filed with theEnvironmental Review Appeals Commission at the following address:

Environmental Review Appeals Commission, 309 South Fourth Street, Room 222Columbus, Ohio 43215.

Copies of the Supplemental Loan Agreement and associated Environmental Assessmentdocuments are available by calling (614) 644-2798. Also, copies are available by writingto: Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, Division of Environmental and FinancialAssistance, 122 South Front Street, P. O. Box 1049, Columbus, OH 43216-1049.

Questions regarding the project should be directed to Judy Mentzer at the above addressor by calling (614) 644-2798.

Licking County

PUBLIC NOTICE



TO THE VILLAGE OF JOHNSTOWN

The Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is providing notice of actions toapprove a facilities plan and to approve an application for Water Pollution Control LoanFund (WPCLF) financial assistance to the Village of Johnstown, for the following waterquality improvement activity(ies): construction of a new Sequencing Batch Reactor (SBR)wastewater treatment plant and an administration and operations building.

These approvals are based upon the Ohio EPA staff’s recommendations following reviewsconducted under applicable requirements of the facilites planning materials and of theassistance application materials and any other information regarding the proposedactivities. The approval of the application and all financial assistance provided to theVillage of Johnstown from the WPCLF is conditioned upon successful completion,operation, and maintenance of the eligible activities.



Questions regarding the project should be directed to Mary Mariani, Project Coordinator,at the above address or by calling (614) 644-2798.

Madison County

PUBLIC NOTICE



TO THE CITY OF LONDON

The Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is providing notice of theapproval of an application for Water Pollution Control Loan Fund (WPCLF) financialassistance to the city of London , for the following water quality improvement activity:planning services for the expansion of the city’s Wastewater Treatment Facility from 2.9mgd to 5.8 mgd and the rehabilitation of the Oak Run and North East Interceptors.

This approval is based upon the Ohio EPA staff’s recommendations following a reviewconducted under applicable requirements of the assistance application materials and anyother information regarding the proposed activities. This approval and all financialassistance provided to city of London from the WPCLF is conditioned upon successfulcompletion, operation, and maintenance of the eligible activities.



Questions regarding the project should be directed to Larry Benintend at the aboveaddress or by calling (614) 644-2798.

Marion County

PUBLIC NOTICE



TO THE VILLAGE OF GREEN CAMP

The Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is providing notice of theapproval of an application for Water Pollution Control Loan Fund (WPCLF) financialassistance to the Village of Green Camp, for the following water quality improvementactivity: installation of a sanitary sewer collection system and force main to transportsewage to the City of Marion for treatment.

This approval is based upon the Ohio EPA staff’s recommendations following a reviewconducted under applicable requirements of the assistance application materials and anyother information regarding the proposed activities. This approval and all financialassistance provided to the Village of Green Camp from the WPCLF is conditioned uponsuccessful completion, operation, and maintenance of the eligible activities.



Questions regarding the project should be directed to Paula Reed, Loan Assistance at theabove address or by calling (614) 644-2798.

Miami County

PUBLIC NOTICE



TO THE CITY OF PIQUA

The Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is providing notice of theapproval of an application for Water Supply Revolving Loan Account (WSRLA) financialassistance to the City of Piqua for the following water treatment system activities:construction of a 1.5 million gallon elevated water storage tower along the R.M. DavisParkway.

This approval is based upon the Ohio EPA staff’s recommendations following a reviewconducted under applicable requirements of the assistance application materials and anyother information regarding the proposed activities. This approval and all financialassistance provided to the City of Piqua from the WSRLA is conditioned upon successfulcompletion, operation, and maintenance of the eligible activities.



Questions regarding the project should be directed to Mary Mariani, Project Coordinatorat the above address or by calling (614) 644-2798.

Date of Public Notice: August 11, 2004 Montgomery and Clark Counties

PUBLIC NOTICE


Public notice is hereby given that the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA)Division of Surface Water (DSW) has received an applications for, and has begun toconsider, whether to issue or deny, Clean Water Act Section 401 certifications for aproposed transportation project in Montgomery and Clark Counties, Ohio. The Applicantpresented three project alternatives, pursuant to the anti-degradation requirements in 3745-1-05 and 3745-1-54 of the Ohio Administrative Code (OAC). The alternatives are:Preferred Alternative, Minimal Degradation Alternative, and Non-Degradation Alternative.For the Preferred and Minimal Degradation Alternatives, the construction area begins inMontgomery County on I-70 at the western terminus and extends eastward to the easternterminus on the southwest border of Clark County, Ohio. The application was submittedby the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), 1980 West Broad Street, Columbus,Ohio 43223. The Ohio EPA Public Notice Numbers for the project is (SWIMS #) 042037.The ODOT ID Number for the project is MOT-70-17.04, PID 22935.

The Preferred Alternative consist of the construction of a third traffic lane (approximately6.95 miles) in each direction of a portion of I-70 using the existing median. Additional workincludes modifying the vertical profile of the roadway, replacing mainline bridges, replacingculverts, and modifying the I-70/SR 201 Interchange. This alternative is estimated toimpact the Great Miami River, an Exceptional Warmwater Habitat (EWH), as well as sevenother jurisdictional streams, totaling approximately 515 linear feet of impacts. The MinimalDegradation Alternative is basically the same as the Preferred Alternative, including streamimpacts, except the existing pavement on the 6.95 mile portion on I-70 would not bereplaced. No construction or “No Build” is proposed for the Non-Degradation Alternative inorder to avoid impacting aquatic resources in the project area. The Applicant stated thisalternative would not meet the purpose and need of the project or correct existing safetyhazards.

The discharges from these activities, if approved, would result in degradation to, or loweringof, the water quality of jurisdictional streams in the Great Miami River Watershed (HUC05080001-200) and Mud Creek Watershed (HUC 05080001-190). The review of theapplication will be conducted in accordance with Chapters 3745-1, 3745-32, and otherapplicable provisions of OAC and the Ohio Revised Code (ORC). In accordance with OAC3745-1-05, an antidegradation review of the application will be conducted before decidingwhether to allow a lowering of the water quality. Other alternatives resulting in lesser or nodegradation or lowering of water quality, will be considered by Ohio EPA during the reviewprocess. No exclusions or waivers, as outlined by Paragraph 3745-1-05 (D) of theAntidegradation Rule (effective as of May 1, 1998), apply or may be granted by the Directorof Ohio EPA.

Starting August 11, 2004, copies of the application for the certification and technical supportinformation may be inspected at Ohio EPA/DSW, Lazarus Government Center, 122 SouthFront Street, Columbus, Ohio, by first calling (614) 644-2001. Applications can be madeavailable at Ohio EPA District Offices by calling the same number. Persons wishing to 1)be on Ohio EPA's interested parties mailing list for this project, 2) request a public hearing,or 3) submit written comments for Ohio EPA's consideration in reviewing the applicationshould do so in writing to Ohio EPA/DSW, Attention: Permits Processing Unit, P.O. Box1049, Columbus, Ohio 43216-1049 within 30 days of the date of this public notice.

Paulding County

PUBLIC COUNTY

OHIO EPA ISSUES FINAL MODIFIED HAZARDOUS WASTE PERMIT

On August 3, 2004, Ohio EPA issued a final Class 2 modified Hazardous Waste FacilityInstallation and Operation Permit (Permit) to Systech Environmental Corporation for itsfacility at 11397 County Road 176, Paulding, Ohio 45879. The EPA Identification Numberfor this facility is OHD005048947.

Why is Systech Environmental Corporation modifying its Permit?

Systech Environmental Corporation is permitted to operate hazardous waste container andtank storage units at its facility. Systech intends to repair the secondary containment aroundOff-Load Tanks 1-4 by removing the existing floor of the containment, install a system ofdrainage tiles to remove groundwater from under the system, and replace the floor with botha new sump and an eight (8) inch concrete slab. This final modified permit will allow Systechto make the requested changes. To issue this final modified Permit, Ohio EPA determinedthat the modification application is complete and meets appropriate standards.

Can I appeal this final modified Permit?

Yes, if you are an officer of an agency of the state or of a political subdivision, acting in arepresentative capacity, or any person who would be aggrieved or adversely affected by thismodified Permit, you have the right to appeal this Permit decision to the EnvironmentalReview Appeals Commission (ERAC).

If I decide to appeal this final modified Permit, how and when must I make theappeal?

If you file an appeal, you must put it in writing no later than September 2, 2004. Yourappeal must explain why you are appealing the action and the grounds you are using foryour appeal. You must file your appeal, according to ORC § 3745.04, with ERAC at thefollowing address: Environmental Review Appeals Commission, 309 South FourthStreet, Room 222, Columbus, Ohio 43215. You must send a copy of the appeal to thedirector of Ohio EPA at the following address no later than three (3) days after you file itwith ERAC: Christopher Jones, Director of Ohio EPA, P.O. Box 1049, Columbus, Ohio43216-1049.

Preble County

PUBLIC NOTICE



TO THE PREBLE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is providing notice of actions toapprove a facilities plan and to approve an application for Water Pollution Control LoanFund (WPCLF) financial assistance to the Preble County Commissioners, for the followingwater quality improvement activity(ies): the project consists of the construction of awastewater treatment plant and sanitary sewers for the Village of West Elkton, locatedwithin Preble County Sewer District #3.

These approvals are based upon the Ohio EPA staff’s recommendations following reviewsconducted under applicable requirements of the facilities planning materials and of theassistance application materials and any other information regarding the proposed activities.The approval of the application and all financial assistance provided to the Preble CountyCommissioners from the WPCLF is conditioned upon successful completion, operation, andmaintenance of the eligible activities.


Copies of the assistance agreement and associated Environmental Assessment documentsare available by calling (614) 644-2798. Also, copies are available by writing to: OhioEnvironmental Protection Agency, Division of Environmental and Financial Assistance, 122South Front Street, P. O. Box 1049, Columbus, OH 43216-1049.

Questions regarding the project should be directed to Paula Reed at the above address orby calling (614) 644-2798.

Date of Public Notice: August 11, 2004 Portage County

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF RECEIPT OF ISOLATED WETLAND PERMIT

APPLICATION (LEVEL 2)

Public notice is hereby given that the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA)Division of Surface Water (DSW) has received an application for, and has begun toconsider whether to issue or deny, an Isolated Wetland Permit (Level 2) for a project toconstruct a commercial and residential development. The application was submitted by 3DReal Estate Partners, Ltd, 4564 East 71st Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44105. The project islocated on Tallmadge Rd near the I76 interchange. The Ohio EPA Number for this projectis 042085.

The review of the application will be conducted, and a decision whether to grant or deny theapplication will be made, in accordance with Ohio Revised Code (ORC) Sections 6111.02to 6111.028 and other applicable provisions of state laws. As required by theAntidegradation Rule, three alternatives have been submitted for the project. Theapplicant’s preferred alternative would impact 3.54 acres of isolated wetland. Theapplicant’s minimal degradation alternative would impact 1.64 acres of isolated wetlands.The applicant’s non-degradation would have no direct impacts on streams or wetlands.

Starting August 11, 2004, copies of the application and technical support information maybe inspected at Ohio EPA/DSW, Lazarus Government Center, 122 South Front Street,Columbus, Ohio, by first calling (614) 644-2001. Applications can be made available atOhio EPA District Offices by calling the same number.


Stark County

PUBLIC NOTICE

OHIO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

Notice is hereby given that the Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency,pursuant to Sections 3745.01 and 6109.04 of the Ohio Revised Code, has issued FinalFindings and Orders to require Mr. Rod Zeune (owner of the PWS at Hot Rod’s Sunoco)make payment of an administrative penalty. This final action was effective on August 4,2004, and may be appealed to the Environmental Review Appeals Commission (ERAC)pursuant to Section 3745.04 of the Ohio Revised Code. The appeal must be filed with theERAC within thirty (30) days after notice of the Director’s action. A copy of the appeal mustbe served upon the Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency within three (3)days of filing at the ERAC. The ERAC’s address is:

Environmental Review Appeals Commission

309 South Fourth Street

Room 222

Columbus, Ohio 43215

Date of Public Notice: August 12, 2004 Summit County

PUBLIC NOTICE


Public notice is hereby given that the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA)Division of Surface Water (DSW) has received an application for, and has begun toconsider whether to issue or deny, a Clean Water Act Section 401 certification for a projectto develop the Copley Community Park. The application was submitted by CopleyTownship, 1540 South Cleveland-Massillon Road, Copley, Ohio 44321. As required by theAntidegradation Rule, three alternatives have been submitted for the project. Theapplicant’s preferred alternative would impact 3.55 acres of jurisdictional wetlands (category2) and 0.192 acres of isolated wetlands (category 1) while avoiding impacts to 7.353 acresof wetlands and 550 linear feet of streams. The applicant’s minimal degradation alternativewould impact 0.692 acres of jurisdictional wetlands and 0.118 acres of isolated wetlandswhile avoiding impacts to 10.285 acres of streams and 550 linear feet of streams. Theapplicant’s non-degradation would have no direct impacts on wetlands or streams. Theproject is located on the south side of SR 162 between South Cleveland-Massillon Roadand Jacoby Road, Copley Township, Summit County. The Huntington District Corps ofEngineers Public Notice Number for this project is (H)200100552. The Ohio EPA IDNumber for this project is 42063.

The discharges from the activity, if approved, would result in degradation to, or lowering of,the water quality of Pigeon Creek in the Tuscarawas River watershed (05040001). Thereview of the application will be conducted, and a decision whether to grant or deny theapplication will be made, in accordance with Chapters 3745-1 and 3745-32 of the OhioAdministrative Code (OAC). In accordance with OAC 3745-1-05, an antidegradation reviewof the application will be conducted before deciding whether to allow a lowering of the waterquality. Other alternatives resulting in lesser or no degradation, or lowering of water quality,will be considered by Ohio EPA during the review process.


Starting August12, 2004, copies of the application for the certification and technical supportinformation may be inspected at Ohio EPA/DSW, Lazarus Government Center, 122 SouthFront Street, Columbus, Ohio, by first calling (614) 644-2001. Applications can be madeavailable at the Ohio EPA Northeast District Office in Twinsburg by calling the samenumber.


Date of Public Notice: August 11, 2004 Trumbull County

PUBLIC NOTICE


Public notice is hereby given that the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA)Division of Surface Water (DSW) has received an application for, and has begun toconsider whether to issue or deny, a Clean Water Act Section 401 certification for a projectto construct a 58,800 square foot grocery store, two 10,000 square foot retail buildings, a125,150 square foot home building supply store, and a connector road between MedicalDrive and Heaton-North Road in Bazetta Township. The project is located along Elm Road,northeast of the intersection of State Route 82 and State Route 5 in Trumbull County, Ohio.The application was submitted by Northern Development Company, 210 Blue Winged DriveSE, Warren, Ohio, 44484. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ (Pittsburgh District) PublicNotice Number for this project is 200301892. The Ohio EPA ID Number for this project is042075.

The applicant submitted three alternatives for this project (Preferred, Minimal, and Non-degradation Alternative). The preferred alternative would fill 6.63 acres of wetlands duringconstruction of the above listed structures. The minimal degradation alternative would fill2.38 acres of wetlands during construction of a 58,800 square foot grocery store and two10,000 square foot retail buildings accessed with a through road connecting Medical Driveand Heaton-North Road. The applicant has indicated the non-degradation alternative is a“no-build” alternative because there is no layout that would not impact the wetlands.

The discharges from the activity, if approved, would result in degradation to, or lowering of,the water quality in wetlands adjacent to an unnamed tributary to Mosquito Creek. Thereview of the application will be conducted, and a decision whether to grant or deny theapplication will be made, in accordance with Chapters 3745-1 and 3745-32 of the OhioAdministrative Code (OAC) and 6111 of the Ohio Revised Code (ORC). In accordance withOAC 3745-1-05, an antidegradation review of the application will be conducted beforedeciding whether to allow a lowering of the water quality. Other alternatives resulting inlesser or no degradation, or lowering of water quality, will be considered by Ohio EPA duringthe review process.

No exclusions or waivers, as outlined by Paragraph 3745-1-05 (D) of the AntidegradationRule apply or may be granted by the Director of Ohio EPA.

Starting August 11, 2004, copies of the application for the certification and technicalsupport information may be inspected at Ohio EPA/DSW, Lazarus Government Center, 122South Front Street, Columbus, Ohio, by first calling (614) 644-2001. The application canbe made available at Ohio EPA District Offices by calling the same number.

Date: June 30, 2004 Tuscarawas County

PUBLIC NOTICE


FOR SUPPLEMENTAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL LOAN FUND

ASSISTANCE TO THE TWIN CITY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT

The Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is providing notice of theapproval of an application for Supplemental Water Pollution Control Loan Fund (WPCLF)financial assistance to the Twin City Water and Sewer District for the following water qualityimprovement activity: additional assistance for improvements to the existing WastewaterTreatment Plant.

This approval is based upon the Ohio EPA staff’s recommendations following a reviewconducted under applicable requirements of the assistance application materials and anyother information regarding the proposed activities. This approval and all financialassistance provided to the Twin City Water and Sewer District from the WPCLF isconditioned upon successful completion, operation, and maintenance of the eligibleactivities.

This final action of the Director may be appealed to the Environmental Review AppealsCommission pursuant to Section 3745.04 and 6111.036 (P) of the Ohio Revised Code. Theappeal must be in writing and shall set forth the action complained of and the grounds uponwhich the appeal is based. It must be filed with the Environmental Review AppealsCommission within thirty (30) days after notice of the Director’s action. A copy of the appealmust be served on the Director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency within three(3) days of filing with the Commission. An appeal may be filed with the EnvironmentalReview Appeals Commission at the following address: Environmental Review AppealsCommission, 309 South Fourth Street, Room 222, Columbus, Ohio 43215.

Copies of the assistance agreement and associated Environmental Assessment documentsare available by calling (614) 644-2798. Also, copies are available by writing to: OhioEnvironmental Protection Agency, Division of Environmental and Financial Assistance, 122South Front Street, P. O. Box 1049, Columbus, OH 43216-1049.

Questions regarding the project should be directed to Roland Roberts at the above addressor by calling (614) 644-2798.

Date of Public Notice: August 11, 2004 Williams County

PUBLIC NOTICE


Public notice is hereby given that the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA)Division of Surface Water (DSW) has received an application for, and has begun toconsider whether to issue or deny, a Clean Water Act Section 401 certification for a projectto construct a Wal-Mart Supercenter adjacent to an existing facility in Bryan, Ohio . Asrequired by the Antidegradation Rule, three alternatives have been submitted for the project.The applicant’s preferred alternative would result in impacts to a total of 2.9 acres ofwetland and 804 linear feet of stream. The applicant’s minimal degradation alternativewould impact 1.19 acres of wetland and 804 linear feet of stream. The applicant’s non-degradation alternative would have no direct impacts to water resources on site. Theapplication was submitted by Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., 702 SW 8th Street, Bentonville,Arkansas 72716. The project is located at 1215 South Main Street, Bryan, Williams County,Ohio. The Army Corps of Engineers number for this project is 2003-02234(0). The OhioEPA number for this project is 049995.

The discharges from the activity, if approved, would result in degradation to, or lowering of,the water quality in the Tiffin River watershed (04100006). The review of the application willbe conducted, and a decision whether to grant or deny the application will be made, inaccordance with Chapters 3745-1 and 3745-32 of the Ohio Administrative Code (OAC). Inaccordance with OAC 3745-1-05, an antidegradation review of the application will beconducted before deciding whether to allow a lowering of the water quality. Otheralternatives resulting in lesser or no degradation, or lowering of water quality, will beconsidered by Ohio EPA during the review process.


Starting August 11, 2004, copies of the application for the certification and technicalsupport information may be inspected at Ohio EPA/DSW, Lazarus Government Center, 122South Front Street, Columbus, Ohio, by first calling (614) 644-2001. Applications can bemade available at Ohio EPA District Offices by calling the same number.


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