Public Involvement Calendar
The Public Involvement Calendar is designed to engage the public in our decision-making process.
We encourage you to read Frequently Asked Questions about Effective Public Commenting.
Activities that are educational only or are co-sponsored by Ecology may be found under the "More Ecology Events" link at the upper right-hand corner of this page. We invite your feedback about this Public Involvement Calendar.
Public Hearings, Meetings, Workshops, Open Houses(Next 21 days. Use the search feature (right) for events beyond 21 days.)
| Jan 22 |
7 PM -
9:30 PM |
Public Hearing: Redmond
Redmond SMP Public Hearing
Public Hearing for City of Redmond 2008 Shoreline master Program Update. Redmond SMP
| Location: | Redmond City Hall | | City Council meeting room | | 15670 NE 85th Street | | Redmond, WA Map  |
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology | | Shorelands & Environmental Assistance |
Associated Public Comment Period: Jan 14 - Feb 16
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| Jan 27 |
10 AM -
11 AM |
Public Workshop Followed by Public Hearing: Federal Way
Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA) Workshop
Workshop to discuss Natural Resource Damage Assessment and proposed rule changes immediately prior to public hearing. Current Rules Activity
| Location: | Federal Way / City Hall | | Council Chambers | | Federal Way, WA Map |
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology | | Spill Prevention, Preparedness&Response |
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| Jan 27 |
11 AM |
Public Hearing: Federal Way
Rulemaking on Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA)
The Department of Ecology is seeking public comment on a proposed rulemaking that would amend the Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA) compensation schedule formula multipliers and their descriptions in the Preassessment Screening and Oil Spill Compensation Schedule Regulations. The proposed rule is designed to ensure that the full range of compensation mandated by state law can be calculated for injury to state natural resources impacted by oil spilled into the waters of the state. Current Rules Activity
| Location: | Federal Way / City Hall | | Council Chambers | | Federal Way, WA Map |
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology | | Spill Prevention, Preparedness&Response |
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| Jan 27 |
6 PM -
9 PM |
Public Workshop Followed by Public Hearing: Seattle
Informal Meeting and Public Hearing on the Reissuance of the West Point Wastewater Treatment Plant and CSO
The Washington State Department of Ecology invites public discussion and comment on the proposed reissuance of the West Point Wastewater Treatment Plant and Combined Sewer Overflow System.
Northwest Region Water Quality Permits
| Location: | South Seattle Community College - Georgetown Campu | | Building C | | 6737 Corson Avenue S | | Seattle, WA Map |
Associated Public Comment Period: Nov 14 - Feb 13, 2009
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| Jan 28 |
1 PM |
Public Workshop Followed by Public Hearing: Everett
Public Workshop and Hearing on the Boatyard General Permit Modification
Ecology is proposing to modify the Boatyard General Permit. The review and comment period will run from November 19, 2008 until January 30, 2009. Ecology will host an informational workshop and public hearing on the draft modification. Boatyard General Permit
| Location: | Everett Public Library | | 2702 Hoyt Avenue | | Everett, WA Map |
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Water Quality |
Associated Public Comment Period: Nov 19 - Jan 30, 2009
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| Jan 28 |
1 PM |
Public Workshop Followed by Public Hearing: Everett
Public Workshop and Hearing on the Boatyard General Permit Modification
Ecology is proposing to modify the Boatyard General Permit. The review and comment period will run from November 19, 2008 until January 30, 2009. Ecology will host an informational workshop and public hearing on the draft modification. Boatyard General Permit
| Location: | Everett Public Library | | 2702 Hoyt Avenue | | Everett, WA Map |
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Water Quality |
Associated Public Comment Period: Nov 19 - Jan 30, 2009
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| Jan 28 |
6 PM -
7 PM |
Public Workshop Followed by Public Hearing: Vancouver
Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA) Workshop
Workshop to discuss Natural Resource Damage Assessment and proposed rule changes immediately prior to public hearing. Current Rules Activity
| Location: | WSU Vancouver / MC 6 | | Campus | | Vancouver, WA Map |
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology | | Spill Prevention, Preparedness&Response |
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| Jan 28 |
7 PM |
Public Hearing: Vancouver
Rulemaking on Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA)
The Department of Ecology is seeking public comment on a proposed rulemaking that would amend the Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA) compensation schedule formula multipliers and their descriptions in the Preassessment Screening and Oil Spill Compensation Schedule Regulations. The proposed rule is designed to ensure that the full range of compensation mandated by state law can be calculated for injury to state natural resources impacted by oil spilled into the waters of the state. Current Rules Activity
| Location: | WSU Vancouver / MC 6 | | Campus | | Vancouver, WA Map |
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology | | Spill Prevention, Preparedness&Response |
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| Feb 2 |
6 PM -
7 PM |
Public Workshop Followed by Public Hearing: Des Moines
Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA) Workshop
Workshop to discuss Natural Resource Damage Assessment and proposed rule changes immediately prior to public hearing. Current Rules Activity
| Location: | Des Moines / Bldg 7 | | Highline Community College | | Des Moines, WA Map |
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology | | Spill Prevention, Preparedness&Response |
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| Feb 2 |
7 PM |
Public Hearing: Des Moines
Rulemaking on Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA)
The Department of Ecology is seeking public comment on a proposed rulemaking that would amend the Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA) compensation schedule formula multipliers and their descriptions in the Preassessment Screening and Oil Spill Compensation Schedule Regulations. The proposed rule is designed to ensure that the full range of compensation mandated by state law can be calculated for injury to state natural resources impacted by oil spilled into the waters of the state. Current Rules Activity
| Location: | Des Moines / Bldg 7 | | Highline Community College | | Des Moines, WA Map |
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology | | Spill Prevention, Preparedness&Response |
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Public Comment Periods
| Dec 19 - Jan 19, 2009 |
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Public Comment Period: Quincy
Cenex Supply & Marketing Inc Rinsate Site
Periodic Review Available for Public Comment
CHS, Inc., formerly Cenex Harvest States conducted several cleanup actions to address Volative Organic Compounds (VOCs) in soil and groundwater at the site. Ecology has now evaluated the effectiveness of those cleanup actions. For more details see the fact sheet summary and periodic review. Fact Sheet and Periodic Review
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Toxics Cleanup |
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| Dec 18 - Jan 20, 2009 |
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Public Comment Period: Oroville
Oroville Announcement of Public Notice
Announcement of Public Notice for Renewal of Oroville Permit and Fact Sheet. Permit No. WA-002239-0 Oroville POTW Permit and Fact Sheet Drafts
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Water Quality |
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| Dec 19 - Jan 20, 2009 |
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Public Comment Period: Everett
Ecology seeks your input on the proposal to remove Alseth Auto Parts from the Hazardous Sites List.
Ecology invites comments on de-listing Alseth Auto Parts from the Hazardous Sites List. Ecology has determined that the remediation work at the Alseth Auto Parts site meets the substantial requirements of the Model Toxics Control Act (MCTA) and therefore does not pose a threat to human health or the environment. Ecology proposes to remove the site from the Hazardous Sites list and wants your input. Alseth Auto Parts
| Sponsor: | Department of Ecology |
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| Dec 19 - Jan 20, 2009 |
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Public Comment Period: Kirkland
Ecology seeks your input on the proposed Agreed Order and Public Participation Plan for Pace National
Ecology invites comments on the proposed Agreed Order and Public Participation Plan for ULTRA Corporation Former Pace National, LP Facility. In Dec. 2008, Ecology and ULTRA Corporation entered a legal agreement called an Agreed Order. ULTRA Corporation Former Pace National, LP Facility
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Toxics Cleanup |
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| Dec 19 - Jan 20, 2009 |
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Public Comment Period: Snohomish
Ecology seeks your input to remove Yttri-Wozow from the Hazardous Sites List.
Ecology invites comments on de-listing Yttri-Wozow from the Hazardous Sites List. Ecology has determined that the remediation work of Yttri-Wozow site meets the substantial requirements of the Model Toxics Control Act (MCTA) and therefore does not pose a threat to human health or the environment. Ecology proposes to remove the site from the Hazardous Sites list and wants your input. Yttri-Wozow Site
| Sponsor: | Department of Ecology |
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| Jan 14 - 29 |
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Public Comment Period: Ellensburg
Opportunity to request a public comment period on an air quality permit application from McIntosh's Autobody
McIntosh's Autobody has submitted an air quality permit application for a previously installed automobile repair shop located at 305 South Water Street, Ellensburg, in Kittitas County. Approval for this existing body shop can be issued under WAC 173-400-560, General order of approval. The public may request a public comment period. This request must be made in writing no later than January 29, 2009. Ecology's General Orders of Approval
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Air Quality |
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| Jan 15 - 30 |
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Public Comment Period: Pasco
Opportunity to request a public comment period for a General Order application
Western Peterbilt, Inc submitted a General Order application to the Ecology Eastern Regional Office Air Quality Program on December 26, 2008. Western Peterbilt is asking for coverage under General Order 08-AQG-001 for an existing truck service and repair shop located at 1519 E Hillsbor in Pasco. Approval can be issued under WAC 173-400-560, General order of approval. The public may request a public comment period. This request must be made in writing no later than January 30, 2009.
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Air Quality |
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| Nov 19 - Jan 30, 2009 |
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Public Comment Period: Everett
Public Workshop and Hearing on the Boatyard General Permit Modification
Ecology is proposing to modify the Boatyard General Permit. The review and comment period will run from November 19, 2008 until January 30, 2009. Ecology will host an informational workshop and public hearing on the draft modification. Boatyard General Permit
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Water Quality |
Associated Public Workshop Followed by Public Hearing: Jan 28
Associated Public Workshop Followed by Public Hearing: Jan 28
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| Dec 23 - Jan 31, 2009 |
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Public Comment Period: Sumner
Draft Permit for Shining Ocean, Inc.
Shining Ocean, Inc. is being issued a State Permit No. ST 6219 to discharge treated wastewater to the city of Sumner Publicly Owned Treatment Works. Southwest Regional Office Water Quality Permits
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Water Quality |
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| Dec 30 - Feb 2, 2009 |
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Public Comment Period: Kennewick
Public Notice of Draft NPDES Permit No. WA-000370-1 for Sandvik Special Metals, LLC
Announcment of Public Notice Comment Period for Permit No. WA-000370-1 Sandvik Special Metals, LLC. Public comment period draft permit/fact sheet. Sandvik Special Metals, LLC
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Water Quality |
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| Jan 2 - Feb 2 |
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Public Comment Period: Bothell
Ecology seeks your input on the proposed Agreed Order and Public Participation Plan for Bothell Paint & Decorating
In Dec. 2008, Ecology and City of Bothell entered a legal agreement called an Agreed Order. Ecology invites comments on the proposed Agreed Order and Public Participation Plan for Bothell Paint & Decorating. Bothell Paint & Decorating
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Toxics Cleanup |
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| Jan 2 - Feb 2 |
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Public Comment Period: Bothell
Ecology seeks your input on the proposed Agreed Order and Public Participation Plan for Bothell Riverside.
In Dec. 2008, Ecology and City of Bothell entered a legal agreement called an Agreed Order. Ecology invites comments on the proposed Agreed Order and Public Participation Plan for Bothell Riverside. Bothell Riverside
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Toxics Cleanup |
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| Jan 2 - Feb 2 |
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Public Comment Period: Bothell
Ecology seeks your input on the proposed Agreed Order and Public Participation Plan for Bothell Landing.
In Dec. 2008, Ecology and City of Bothell entered a legal agreement called an Agreed Order. Ecology invites comments on the proposed Agreed Order and Public Participation Plan for Bothell Landing. Bothell Landing
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Toxics Cleanup |
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| Jan 5 - Feb 3 |
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Public Comment Period: Centralia
Draft State Permit for Sierra Pacific Industries - Centralia
Sierra Pacific Industries - Centralia is being issued a State Permit No. ST 6220 to discharge treated wastewater to the City of Centralia Wastewater Treatment Plant. Southwest Regional Office Water Quality Permits
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Water Quality |
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| Jan 5 - Feb 3 |
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Public Comment Period: Tacoma
Draft NPDES Permit for SSA Containers, Inc.
SSA Containers, Inc. is being issued a Reauthorization of NPDES Permit No. WA 0040771 to continue to discharge treated wastewater to Commencement Bay (Blair Waterway). Southwest Regional Office
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Water Quality |
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| Jan 26 - Feb 4 |
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Public Comment Period: Hoquiam
Joint Public Notice of Application for 401 Water Quality Certification & Coastal Zone Management Consistency Concurrence
Annual maintenance dredging of Port of Grays Harbor Terminal 3 over a ten-year period. 401 Public Notices for Ecology's Southwest Region
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology | | Shorelands & Environmental Assistance |
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| Jan 7 - Feb 6 |
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Public Comment Period: Spokane Valley
Progress Elementary School
Playground Restored: Ecology Proposes Removal from Hazardous Sites List
Progress Elementary was built on a former orchard land that had soil contaminated with lead and arsenic. The soil has been cleaned up and the improved playground protects children from contact with contamination. For details see the fact sheet. Fact Sheet
| Location: | Spokane Valley, WA |
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Toxics Cleanup |
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| Jan 7 - Feb 6 |
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Public Comment Period: Skagit County
Joint Public Notice - Skagit Environmental Bank
The Corps of Engineers and Ecology are requesting public comment on the application and mitigation bank instrument that have been submitted by Clear Valley Environmental Farm, LLC. The project proposes to establish, re-establish, rehabilitate, and enhance wetlands, streams, and associated uplands on 396 acres in Skagit County. The project will be reviewed in accordance with Sections 404 and 401 of the Clean Water Act, the Coastal Zone Management Act, and the 2008 Federal Mitigation Rule. Ecology Wetland Mitigation Banking Public Notices
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology | | Shorelands & Environmental Assistance |
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| Jan 8 - Feb 7 |
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Public Comment Period: Raymond
Draft NPDES Permit for the Willapa Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant
Willapa REgional Wastewater Treatment Plant is being issued a NPDES Permit No. WA0041041 to discharge treated wastewater to the Willapa River (RM 7.0). Southwest Regional Office Water Quality Permits
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Water Quality |
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| Jan 9 - Feb 7 |
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Public Comment Period: Tacoma
Draft NPDES Permit for Concrete Technology Corporation
Concrete Technology Corporation is renewing their NPDES Permit No. WA 0001864 to discharge treated wastewater to Inner Commencement Bay (Blair Waterway). Southwest Regional Office Water Quality Permits
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Water Quality |
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| Jan 12 - Feb 10 |
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Public Comment Period: Spokane Valley
BNSF Parkwater Railyard Site Public Meeting to Discuss Proposed Agreed Order and Investigation of Soil and Groundwater
Ecology and BNSF propose to enter into an Agreed Order to conduct a Remedial Investigation and Feasibility Study. The Investigation will look at possible petroleum contamination in soil and groundwater at the BNSF Parkwater Site. Fact Sheet and Agreed Order
| Location: | Spokane Valley, WA |
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Toxics Cleanup |
Associated Public Meeting: Jan 13
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| Nov 14 - Feb 13, 2009 |
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Public Comment Period: Seattle
Informal Meeting and Public Hearing on the Reissuance of the West Point Wastewater Treatment Plant and CSO
The Washington State Department of Ecology invites public discussion and comment on the proposed reissuance of the West Point Wastewater Treatment Plant and Combined Sewer Overflow System.
Northwest Region Water Quality Permits
Associated Public Workshop Followed by Public Hearing: Jan 27
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| Jan 14 - Feb 16 |
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Public Comment Period: Redmond
Redmond SMP Public Hearing
Public Hearing for City of Redmond 2008 Shoreline master Program Update. Redmond SMP
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology | | Shorelands & Environmental Assistance |
Associated Public Hearing: Jan 22
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| Jan 14 - Feb 17 |
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Public Comment Period: Omak
Announcement of Availability of Draft Permit for City of Omak POTW Permit No. WA-002094-0
Announcement of Availability of Draft Permit for City of Omak POTW Permit No. WA-002094-0. Public Comment Period from 01/14/09 to 02/17/09. Omak, City of (DRAFT)
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Water Quality |
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| Jan 20 - Feb 18 |
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Public Comment Period: Vancouver
Draft NPDES Permit for Port of Vancouver (Swan Manufacturing Co/Cadet Manufacturing Co)
Port of Vancouver (Swan Manufacturing Co/Cadet Manufacturing Co) is being issued a NPDES Permit No. WA0039942 to discharge treated contaminated groundwater from the groundwater remediation system to the Columbia River. Southwest Regional Office Water Quality Permits
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology / Water Quality |
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| Jan 9 - Mar 9 |
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Public Comment Period: Cowlitz County
Public Notice of Application for 401 Water Quality Certification
The Applicant is proposing to construct a 36.3 mile pipeline to convey natural gas from a new liquid Natural Gas facility (LNG) in Oregon to an existing pipeline in Washington State. Approximately 16.9 miles of the 30-inch diameter pipeline will be constructed in Washington. The proposed pipeline will involve several wetland and waterbody crossings. 401 Public Notices for Ecology's Southwest Region
| Sponsor: | Dept of Ecology | | Shorelands & Environmental Assistance |
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