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Reminder Notice: Underground Storage Tank 2022 Operating Permit

Hafa Adai! The Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) reminds owners and operators of Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) containing regulated substances that they are required by the Underground Storage of Regulated Substances Act, as amended, Chapter 76 of Title 10, Guam Code Annotated, Public Law No. 30-36 and 32-195, to apply for a UST operating permit with the Agency.

The annual permit fee of two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) per tank shall be remitted to this Agency no later than December 31, 2021. In addition, the following shall be submitted with the permit fee:

Guam EPA Appendix III – Application for Underground Storage Tank Renewal Permit for each UST location;
A copy of the financial assurance for the UST at each location; and
A check payable to Treasurer of Guam c/o Guam EPA UST-LUST Fund for each UST containing a regulated substance at each location.

Failure to obtain a permit for your facility by January 31, 2022, may result in a fine of up to Sixteen Thousand Dollars ($16,000.00) for each day of non-compliance after January 31, 2022. The renewal application can be also be downloaded from Guam EPA’s webpage at: http://epa.guam.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/APPENDIX-III_Form-03_REVISED-Nov-2017_PDF.pdf

Should you have any questions, please contact via emails mevany.hecita@epa.guam.gov, michael.omallan@epa.guam.gov, or lisa.tedtaotao@epa.guam.gov.

Notice of 45-Day Public Comment Period and Public Hearing: Ordot Dump – Draft Post Closure Care Permit

The Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) wishes to notify the general public and other interested parties of the availability of the Draft Guam Solid Waste Permit for Ordot Dump, Post Closure Care Permit (PCCP). The public comment period for the Draft RCRA D Permit for the Ordot Dump, Guam PCCP begins Tuesday, November 9, 2021 and closes on December 27, 2021.

Written comments must be received or postmarked no later than Thursday, December 23, 2021, to be considered by the Agency. No facsimile or electronic (emails) submittals will be accepted. Written comments must be submitted either by hand delivery to Guam EPA’s Administration Building or by mailing to:
Administrator, Guam Environmental Protection Agency, 17-3304 Mariner Avenue Tiyan Barrigada, Guam 96913-1617
Attention: Ms. Conchita SN Taitano, Air & Land Programs Administrator

PUBLIC HEARING: Wednesday, December 1, 2021, 5:00 p.m. at Agueda I. Johnston Middle School Dining Hall, 192 Dero Road, Guam, in accordance with 5 GCA §9301(a).

APPLICANT: Guam Solid Waste Authority (GSWA) – The Ordot Dump was used as disposal area by the Japanese during the Japanese occupation of Guam from December 8, 1941 to July 21, 1944. Following the liberation of Guam, the U.S. Navy continued to use the site as a disposal area. Ownership of the Ordot Dump was transferred from the U.S. Naval Government of Guam to the Government of Guam in 1950 under the Organic Act. The dump was an unlined disposal facility and few to no control system systems to manage landfill gas, leachate, surface water, erosion, and sedimentation, or vectors.
The Department of Public Works had been operating the Ordot Dump as a municipal solid waste disposal facility until Federal Receivership was imposed on March 17, 2008. The Ordot Dump was officially closed on August 31, 2011, and closure construction was completed on March 26, 2016. The Post Closure Care Permit is required to outline the long-term activities needed to monitor and maintain the waste containment systems, the groundwater monitoring network, methane gas collection and surface water run-on and run-off management systems to ensure that waste from the site does not impact the surrounding environment.

The Draft Permit is available for public review below, and at the following repositories:
• Guam EPA’s Administration Building**: 17-3304 Mariner Avenue Tiyan Barrigada, Guam 96913-1617, (671) 300-4751/2 • Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Except Holidays)
• Chalan Pago–Ordot Mayor’s Office: 171 Dero Road, Ordot, Guam 96910 (671) 472-8302/03 or (671) 477-1333 • Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Except Holidays)
• Guam Solid Waste Authority: 546 North Marine Corps Drive Tamuning, Guam 96913 (671) 646-3239 Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Except Holidays)

To view the permit and documentation separately, please click on the volumes below:

As part of Ordot Dump Post Closure Facility Permit Application submitted to the Guam Environmental Protection Agency, GBB (Receiver), on behalf of the Guam Solid Waste Authority and as directed by the U.S. District Court to execute the requirements of the Consent Decree, submitted a series of Ordot Dump Post Closure Care Plan documents.

Organized in five volumes, the documents can be viewed and downloaded, individually, by sub-directory, by directory, or by volume, at:

• Volume 1 – Post-Closure Care Plan and Permits
https://gbbinc.sharefile.com/d-s5786afdb8baa460393f2cecee38e5bee

• Volume 2 – Standard Procedures
https://gbbinc.sharefile.com/d-s6d4c42f3e42245b5bbad4c6789c6c7b1

• Volume 3 – Landfill Gas System
https://gbbinc.sharefile.com/d-saeda1ba9418b475aa6c7c444fcf734fe

• Volume 4 – Soil Vapor Extraction System
https://gbbinc.sharefile.com/d-sd1a5bfa8928a43ae863d0f05b20929db

• Volume 5 – Monitoring Well Logs, Reports, and Post-Closure Care Cost Estimate
https://gbbinc.sharefile.com/d-sd5cb9a175f1741bebb9f751fffa24bc0

Important Note: There are multiple very large files, especially in Volume 5. Downloading specific files needed, rather than whole directories or volumes, will speed up download time and minimize bandwidth use.

For further information, please call Conchita SN Taitano or Vincent J. Pereira at (671) 300-4751/2.

/s/ WALTER S. LEON GUERRERO, Administrator
*Due to COVID-19 restrictions, temperature check will be conducted, face mask must be worn and social distancing of 6 feet is required.
**Due to COVID-19 restrictions, please call 300-4751/2 to make an appointment to view the Draft Permit.
*** Individuals requiring special accommodations, auxiliary aids or special services should contact Guam EPA at (671) 300-4751/52.
This advertisement was paid for by GSWA.

Public Notice – July 30, 2021: Notice of 45-Day Public Comment Period and Public Hearing

The Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) wishes to notify the general public and other interested parties of the availability of the Draft Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Permit for Andersen Air Force Base, Guam Hazardous Waste Management Facility (HWMF). The public comment period for the Draft RCRA Permit for the Andersen Air Force Base, Guam HWMF begins July 30, 2021 and closes on September 13, 2021. Written comments must be received or postmarked no later than September 13, 2021, to be considered by the Agency. No facsimile or electronic submittals will be accepted. Written comments must be submitted either by hand delivery to Guam EPA’s Administration Building or by mailing to the address below:

Administrator
Guam Environmental Protection Agency 17-3304 Mariner Avenue Tiyan Barrigada, Guam 96913-1617 Attention: HWMP

Public Hearing is scheduled for August 30 2021, 5:00 p.m., at the Guam EPA Administration Building, 17-3304 Mariner Avenue Tiyan, in accordance with XI.A. [Adopts by reference 40 Code of Federal Regulations Part 124.10] of the Guam Hazardous Waste Management Regulations. *

The applicant is Andersen Air Force Base, Guam

The facility/acitivity type is: Open Bum/Open Detonation unit that is used to treat hazardous wastes that are reactive (D003) and/ or TCLP toxic hazardous under the regulations of Guam EPA and United States Environmental Protection Agency. The hazardous wastes include waste ammunitions and waste explosives. The Draft Permit is available for public review by CLICKING HERE and at the following locations:

Andersen Air Force Base
36 CES Customer Service
Bldg. 18001 Arc Light Blvd. Andersen AFB, Guam
(671) 366-2916/17/18
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Andersen Air Force Base
Public Affairs
Bldg. 21001 Kenney Avenue Andersen AFB, Guam
(671) 366-2228
Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Guam EPA’s Administration Building**
17-3304 Mariner Avenue Tiyan Barrigada, Guam 96913-1617
(671) 300-4751/2
Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

*Due to COVID-19 restrictions, temperature check will be conducted, face mask must be worn and social distancing of 6 feet is required. **Due to COVID-19 restrictions, please call 300-4751/2 to make an appointment to view the Draft Permit.

For further information, please call Don S. Quinata at (671) 300-4751/2. This ad was paid for by 36 CES/CEV.

Public Notice – April 2, 2021: Request for Proposal GEPA-2021-2200-002

The Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) is notifying the general public and other interested parties that it is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for:
Herbarium Professional Services for Guam’s 2021 National Wetland Condition Assessment (NWCA) to be conducted in Guam.. A hard copy of the RFP can be picked up at Guam EPA’s Main Office, Building #17-3304, Mariner Avenue, Tiyan, between 8:00am and 4:30pm weekdays (except holidays) for a fee. Requests for a copy can also be made HERE. No pre-proposal conference will be held. Any comments or questions must be in written form and submitted either by mail or hand delivery to Guam EPA’s Main Office located at #17-3304, Mariner Avenue, Tiyan Barrigada, Guam 96913-1617. Comments must be received by Guam EPA or post marked no later than 4:00 pm, Friday, April 16, 2021. Details are outlined in the RFP packet. Deadline for proposals is 4:30 pm CHST Monday, May 3, 2021. Facsimile and electronic submittals will not be accepted.

Public Notice – April 2, 2021: Request for Proposal GEPA-2021-2200-001

The Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) is notifying the general public and other interested parties that it is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for:
Professional Services to be performed by a Botanist/Ecologist in Guam’s 2021 National Wetland Condition Assessment (NWCA). A hard copy of the RFP can be picked up at Guam EPA’s Main Office, Building #17-3304, Mariner Avenue, Tiyan, between 8:00am and 4:30pm weekdays (except holidays) for a fee. Requests for a copy can also be made HERE. No pre-proposal conference will be held. Any comments or questions must be in written form and submitted either by mail or hand delivery to Guam EPA’s Main Office located at #17-3304, Mariner Avenue, Tiyan Barrigada, Guam 96913-1617. Comments must be received by Guam EPA or post marked no later than 4:00 pm, Friday, April 16, 2021. Details are outlined in the RFP packet. Deadline for proposals is 4:30 pm CHST Monday, May 3, 2021. Facsimile and electronic submittals will not be accepted.

Public Notice –November 23, 2020

Buenas yan Saluda. The Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) is seeking your comments to the draft 401 Water Quality Certification (WQC) it intends to issue to the Bikini Island Club in conjunction with the Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE) federal permit for the completed installation of three recreational water structures in the Cocos Lagoon. A copy of the draft 401 WQC can be reviewed by clicking HERE at your convenience.

Your comments will assist the Agency meet its public noticing mandate and may be submitted via e-mail to jesse.cruz@epa.guam.gov or

Via postal delivery to:

ATTENTION: Mr. Jesse Cruz, EMAS Division Administrator

GUAM ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

3304-17 MARINER AVENUE, TIYAN

BARRIGADA, GUAM 96913 Comments must be received or postmarked by December 26, 2020.

Public Notice – June 15, 2020

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 401 and in accordance with Guam Administrative Rules and Regulations (GAR) found at 22 GAR §5106. The Administrator of the Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) intends to issue a §401 WQC in support of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) CWA 404 General Permit to the following applicant: Guam Waterworks Authority #200, GBNPSB, 688 Route 15 Mangilao, GU 96913-6203
FOR Southern SSES Rehabilitation Phase II GWA Project No. S15-001-EPA Lift Station

The draft 401 WQC is now available for public review and comment, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the agency’s administration building located at 17-3404 Mariner Avenue, Tiyan Barrigada, or online by clicking HERE. A public hearing will be held in the event a reasonable request is made.

Public Comment Period: JUNE 15, 2020 – JULY 15, 2020
Written comments are welcomed STARTING JUNE 15, 2020
Written comments are welcomed and must be received by the agency via hand delivery or mail and should be addressed to: EMAS Administrator, c/o Guam EPA: 17-3304 Mariner Avenue Tiyan Barrigada, Guam 96913-1617
Written comments will also be accepted via Email and should be sent to:
jesse.cruz@epa.guam.gov, cc: taryn.mesa@epa.guam.gov, Subject: Southern SSES Rehabilitation Phase II
Comments must include the name, mailing address and e-mail address of the commenter.
Written comments must be received, or postmarked no later that 5:00 p.m. on JULY 15, 2020.
Facsimile submittals will not be accepted. For more information, please contact Taryn Mesa at 671.300.4787 or taryn.mesa@epa.guam.gov

Public Notice – March 5, 2020

Guam EPA Board of Directors Meeting is on Thursday, March 12, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. at the Guam EPA Administration Conference Room, located at 17-3304 Mariner Avenue, Tiyan Barrigada, Guam. Click HERE for the meeting agenda.

Public Notice – February 3, 2020

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 401 and in accordance with Guam Administrative Rules and Regulations (GAR) found at 22 GAR §5106. The Administrator of the Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) intends to issue a §401 WQC in support of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) CWA 404 Individual Permit to the following applicant:
Port Authority of Guam
026 Cabras Highway, Suite 201, Piti Guam, 96915
FOR Hotel Wharf and Access Road Maintenance and Repair Project
The draft 401 WQC is now available for public review and comment, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the agency’s administration building located at 17-3404 Mariner Avenue, Tiyan Barrigada, or by clicking HERE.

A public hearing will be held in the event a reasonable request is made.
Public Comment Period: FEBRUARY 3, 2020 – MARCH 3, 2020
Written comments are welcomed STARTING FEBRUARY 3, 2020
Written comments are welcomed and must be received by the agency via hand delivery or mail and should be addressed to: EMAS Administrator, c/o Guam EPA: 17-3304 Mariner Avenue Tiyan Barrigada, Guam 96913-1617
Written comments will also be accepted via Email and should be sent to:
jesse.cruz@epa.guam.gov, cc: margaret.aguilar@epa.guam.gov, Subject: Hotel Wharf Project
Comments must include the name, mailing address and e-mail address of the commenter.
Written comments must be received, or postmarked no later that 5:00 p.m. on March 3, 2020. Facsimile submittals will not be accepted. For more information, please contact Margaret Aguilar at 671.300.4787 or margaret.aguilar@epa.guam.gov or Taryn Mesa at 671.300.4784 or taryn.mesa@epa.guam.gov

Request For Proposal – January 15, 2020 – CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD

The Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) is notifying the general public and other interested parties that it is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for:

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES to include the removal and disposal of an artificial tire reef, located within the Cocos Lagoon, Guam. A hard copy of the RFP can be picked up at the Guam EPA’s Main Office, Building #17-3304, Mariner Avenue, Tiyan, between 8:00am and 4:30pm weekdays (except holidays) for a fee. Requests for a copy can also be made by clicking HERE.

No pre-proposal conference will be held. Any comments or questions must be in written form and submitted either by mail or hand delivered to Guam EPA’s Main Office located at #17-3304 Mariner Avenue, Tiyan Barrigada Guam 96913-1617. Comments must be received by Guam EPA or postmarked no later than 4:00 p.m. CHST, Tuesday, February 4, 2020. A pre-proposal site visit can be requested. Details are outlined in the RFP packet.

Deadline for proposals is 4:30 pm CHST Wednesday • March 4, 2020. Facsimile and electronic submittals will not be accepted.

Public Notice – December 6, 2019

Hafa Adai! The Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) would like to remind owners and operators of Underground Storage Tanks (UST) containing regulated substances that they are required by the Underground Storage of Regulated Substances Act, as amended, Chapter 76 of Title 10, Guam Code Annotated, Guam Public Law 30-36 and 32-195, to apply for a UST operating permit with the Agency.

The annual permit fee of two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) per tank shall be remitted to this Agency no later than January 3, 2020. In addition, the following shall be submitted with the permit fee:

Guam EPA Appendix III – Application for Underground Storage Tank Renewal Permit for each UST location;
A copy of the financial assurance for the UST at each location; and
Check payable to Treasurer of Guam c/o UST-LUST Fund for each UST containing a regulated substance at each location.

Failure to obtain a permit for your facility by January 31, 2020 may result in a fine of up to Sixteen Thousand Dollars ($16,000.00) for each day of non-compliance after January 31, 2020. renewal applications are available online: epa.guam.gov/documents/forms-and-applications. Should you have any questions or need further clarification, please contact Guam EPA at 671.300-4751/2

Public Notice – December 6, 2019

The Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) reminds the general public that a NOTICE OF ARRIVAL MUST BE FILED WITH GUAM EPA ten (10) days prior to the importation of any pesticides or pesticide devices, in accordance with the Guam Pesticides Act, codified in 10GCA §50112, which states: An importer desiring to import any pesticides or devices as defined in this Act into Guam shall submit to the Administrator a completed Agency’s Notice of Arrival form prior to the arrival of the shipment. Upon receipt, the Administrator shall complete said form, indicating the disposition to be made of the shipment of pesticides or devices upon its arrival in Guam and shall return the form to the importer or his agent. Pesticide means any substance or mixture of substances intended for preventing, destroying, repelling or mitigating any pest; any substances or mixture of substances intended for use as a plant regulator, defoliant or desiccant. Examples of pesticides are insecticides use to kill bugs on plants, rat poisons, mosquito coil, disinfectants, bleach, and repellants. Pesticides are not all chemicals they can be made from natural materials such as animals, plants or bacteria. The Notice of Arrival (NOA) Form must be completed by anyone whether for personal, business use or for resale no later than ten (10) days prior to the arrival of shipment. This requirement also applies to any point of origin and any amount. The NOA Form can be downloaded online: epa.guam.gov/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Notice-of-Arrival-of-Pesticides-and-Devices.pdf Penalties for pesticides violations are up to $10,000 and 5 years in prison for criminal violations. For more information on the NOA form or the Guam Pesticides Act, please contact Guam EPA at 671.300.4751/2.

Public Notice – December 5, 2019

AGENDA:

I. Call to Order

II. Agenda Approval

III. Approval of 09/19/19 Minutes

IV. Administrator’s Report

V. Old Business: AAFB Stipulated Request for Continuance – NOV #2019-001, Active NOVs: (Tsubaki Hotel/Nippo USA Inc., Lin’s Hardware, Su & Zheng Corp., Feiyang Construction & Engineering, Smithbridge update), RRF approval process status, PFAS update, Septic systems: lot sizes & advanced on-site treatment proposal, UST (Underground Storage Tank) Resolution and Presentation;

VI. New Business: Approval of Rules for participation in Board meetings by video conference, Safe Drinking Water Statute & Regulations, Confirmation for Deputy Administrator Michelle Lastimoza

VII. Miscellaneous

VIII. Next Meeting Date/Adjournment

Public Notice – November 29, 2019 & December 6, 2019

The Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) would like to remind owners and operators of Air Pollution Emission Sources that they are required, unless exempted, by the Air Pollution Control Act, Chapter 49 of Title 10, Guam Code Annotated and Title 22 Guam Administrative Regulations, Division 1, Chapter 1, to apply for an Air Pollution Control Permit with the Agency. Annual fees shall be paid in full within sixty (60) days after the end of each calendar year and within thirty (30) days after the permanent discontinuance of an air pollution emission source. Additionally, a late payment penalty of five percent (5%) shall be added on the first day of each calendar month any part of the annual fee or any part of a late penalty fee remains unpaid. Until further notice, Guam EPA is waiving all late fees and penalties in an effort to have all regulated emission sources come into compliance with the Air Pollution Control Standards and Regulations. Failure to obtain a permit for your facility or to pay the annual emission fees may result in a fine of up to Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00) per day, per violation of non-compliance. You may apply for a permit online at permits.epa.guam.gov. Should you have any questions or need further clarification, please contact the Air Pollution Control Program at 300-4751/2 or by email mail at airpermits@epa.guam.gov.

Public Notice – September 1, 2019

Guam Power Authority
Ste 100, GBNPSB, 688 Route 15 Mangilao, GU 96913-6203
Cabras Power Plant

The draft 401 WQC is now available for public review and comment, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the agency’s administration building located at 17-3404 Mariner Avenue, Tiyan Barrigada, or by clicking HERE. A public hearing will be held in the event a reasonable request is made.

Public Comment Period: SEPTEMBER 1, 2019 – OCTOBER 7, 2019

Written comments are welcomed beginning SEPTEMBER 1, 2019

Written comments are welcomed and must be received by the agency via hand delivery or mail and should be addressed to: EMAS Administrator, c/o Guam EPA: 17-3304 Mariner Avenue Tiyan Barrigada, Guam 96913-1617

Written comments will also be accepted via Email and should be sent to:jesse.cruz@epa.guam.gov, cc: taryn.mesa@epa.guam.gov, Subject: GPA CABRAS POWER PLANT. Comments must include the name, mailing address and e-mail address of the commenter. Written comments must be received, or postmarked no later that 5:00 p.m. on October 7, 2019. Facsimile submittals will not be accepted. For more information, please contact Margaret Aguilar at 671.300.4787 or margaret.aguilar@epa.guam.gov

Public Notice – August 5, 2019

In accordance with 5 GCA §9301(a), the Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) would like to notify the general public and owners/operators of Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) containing Regulated Substances of a Public Hearing for 22 GAR, Chapter 50, Guam EPA UST Regulations.

PUBLIC HEARING:
Wednesday•September 11, 2019•3:00 p.m. at the Guam EPA Administration Building Conference Room located at 17-3304 Mariner Avenue, Tiyan.

PUBLIC COMMENT & REVIEW PERIOD:
August 5, 2019 – September 19, 2019
Guam UST Regulations relevant to this public hearing can be viewed at the Agency’s administration building in Tiyan from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on business days, beginning on Monday, August 5, 2019. The proposed regulations are also available by clicking HERE. Written comments are welcomed and must be received by the agency via hand delivery or mail and should be addressed to: Administrator, c/o Guam EPA: 17-3304 Mariner Avenue Tiyan Barrigada, Guam 96913-1617. Written comments must be received, or postmarked no later that 5:00 p.m. on September 19, 2019. Facsimile and e-mail submittals will not be accepted. Should you have any questions or require further clarification, please contact the Guam EPA Hazardous Waste Management Program at (671) 300-4751/2.

/s/ Walter S. Leon Guerrero, Administrator
Individuals requiring special accomodations, auxiliary aids or services should contact Guam EPA at 300.4751/2.

Public Notice – July 24, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE: PRELIMINARY DECISION TO ISSUE FOUR (4) CLEAN WATER ACT (CWA) SECTION 401 WATER QUALITY CERTIFICATIONs (WQC) AND APPROVE FOUR (4) OUTFALL MIXING ZONES

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 401 and in accordance with 22 GAR §5106. The Administrator of the Guam Environmental Protection Agency (GEPA) intends to issue four (4) §401 WQCs and approve four (4) outfall mixing zones in support of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (“NPDES”) permit, required under §402 of the CWA for wastewater discharges to Waters of the United States, to the following applicant:

Guam Waterworks Authority
Ste 200, GBNPSB, 688 Route 15 Mangilao, GU 96913-6203
FOR Northern District Sewage Treatment Plant, Agana/Hagatna Sewage Treatment Plant, Agat-Santa Rita Wastewater Treatment Plant, and Umatac-Merizo Wastewater Treatment Plant

Draft 401 WQCs are now available for public review and comment, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the agency’s administration building located at 17-3404 Mariner Avenue, Tiyan Barrigada, or by clicking HERE. A public hearing will be held in the event a reasonable request is made.

Public Comment Period: JULY 24, 2019 – AUGUST 22, 2019
Written comments are welcomed beginning JULY 24, 2019
Written comments are welcomed and must be received by the agency via hand delivery or mail and should be addressed to: EMAS Administrator, c/o Guam EPA: 17-3304 Mariner Avenue Tiyan Barrigada, Guam 96913-1617

Written comments will also be accepted via Email and should be sent to: jesse.cruz@epa.guam.gov, cc: taryn.mesa@epa.guam.gov, Subject: GWA WW TREATMENT PLANTS
Comments must include the name, mailing address and e-mail address of the commenter.
Written comments must be received, or postmarked no later that 5:00 p.m. on August 24, 2019. Facsimile submittals will not be accepted. For more information, please contact margaret Aguilar at 671.300.4787 or margaret.aguilar@epa.guam.gov or Taryn Mesa at 671.300.4784 or taryn.mesa@epa.guam.gov

Meeting Notice – April 18, 2019

Pursuant to Guam Executive Order 95-07, a meeting will be held to establish the State Emergency Response Commission (SERC), represented by various government agencies, to plan and implement Guam’s response concerning hazardous materials. The Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act (SARA) of 1986 and Hazardous Materials Transportation Act (HMTA) of 1990 requires each state and territory to have a State Emergency Response Commission, and a Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC).

SERC/LEPC COMMISSION MEETING:
Thursday, April 25, 2019 • 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
at the Pacific Star Resort & Spa in Tumon
The SERC consists of members from: Guam Fire Department, Guam Police Department, Guam Environment Protection Agency, Department of Public Works, Department of Public Health and Social Services, Guam Memorial Hospital, Attorney General’s Office, Government of Guam OSHA, Port Authority of Guam, Civil Defense/Guam Emergency Service Organization (GESO) and the public. The agenda is listed below:

Opening Remarks – Chief Daniel Stone, Guam Fire Department
EPA Emergency Preparedness and Response Updates and Online Training
by Guess Speaker Bill Jones, (Emergency Prevention and Preparedness, EPA Region 9, San Diego Border Office)
Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act Awareness Training Course Industrial Hygiene Professionals, Inc.
Formulizing an actual Committee Body
Committee Body scheduling meeting
Commodity Flow Study
Documenting meetings
Closing Remarks – Walter S. Leon Guerrero, Guam EPA Administrator

Seating is limited. Please contact Galo Baluran via email at galo.baluran@epa.guam.gov, or call Guam EPA Green Parcels/DSMOA at 300-4751 to confirm your participation. Individuals requiring special accommodations, auxiliary aid or services should contact Guam EPA Green Parcels/DSMOA at 300-4751 or by email at galu.baluran@epa.guam.gov

Board of Directors Meeting – April 11, 2019

Thursday, April 18, 2019 @ 4:00 pm Administration Conference Room

Agenda

Call to Order
Approval of Agenda
Approval of March 14, 2019 Minutes
Administrator’s Report
Old Business
1. Navy NOV – Status
2. Nova Group, Inc. – Settlement Agreement Status
3. Safe Drinking Water NOV – GWA Status
4. Air Force RE: Stipulated Request for Continuance – NOV 2019-001
5. RRF Rules and Regulations Draft Update
6. PIEC2019! Update
New Business
1. Presentation of Proposed Revision to the Recreational Beach Monitoring Plan: Guam Coastal Waters
2. Confirmation of Board Secretary – Arlene S. Acfalle
Miscellaneous
Next Meeting Date/Adjournment

Public Notice – March 15, 2019

The Baldyga Group:
1199 Pale San Vitores Road Tumon, Guam 96913
FOR Pier C Seaplane Ramp Maintenance

The draft 401 WQC is now available for public review and comment, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the agencyʼs administration building located at 17-3404 Mariner Avenue, Tiyan Barrigada, or HERE. A public hearing will be held in the event a reasonable request is made.

PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD: MARCH 15, 2019 – APRIL 15, 2019 WRITTEN COMMENTS ARE WELCOMED BEGINNING MARCH 15, 2019.

Written comments will also be accepted via Email and should be sent to:
jesse.cruz@epa.guam.gov, cc: taryn.mesa@epa.guam.gov, Subject: PIER C SEAPLANE RAMP MAINTENANCE

Comments must include the name, mailing address and e-mail address of the commenter. Written comments must be received, or postmarked no later that 5:00 p.m. on April 15, 2019. Facsimile submittals will not be accepted. For more information, please contact Taryn Mesa at 671.300.4784 or taryn.mesa@epa.guam.gov

Public Notice – March 12, 2019

In accordance with Title 5 of the Guam Code Annotated, Chapter 9, §9301(a), the Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) is notifying the general public and owners/operators of Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) containing Regulated Substances of a Public Hearing for proposed amendments to Title 22 Guam Administrative Rules and Regulations, Chapter 50, Guam EPA UST Regulations. Public Review and Comment Period: March 12, 2019 to April 26, 2019.

PUBLIC HEARING IS SCHEDULED FOR
Thursday • April 4, 2019 • 3:00 p.m. at the Guam EPA Administration Building Conference Room located at 17-3304 Mariner Avenue, Tiyan. Guam Underground Storage Tank Regulations relevant to this public hearing can be viewed at the Agency’s administration building in Tiyan from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on business days, beginning on Friday, March 8, 2019. The regulations are also available HERE or the Compiler of Laws website at guamcourts.org/compileroflaws/GAR/22GAR/22GAR010. Written comments are welcome and must be received by the Agency via hand delivery or mail and should be addressed to: Walter S. Leon Guerrero c/o Guam EPA 17-3304 Mariner Avenue Tiyan Barrigada, Guam 96913-1617. Written comments must be received or post marked no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 26, 2019. Facsimile or electronic copy (email) submittals will not be accepted.

Compliance Advisory – USTs – March 2019

EPA regulates underground storage tanks to protect human health and the environment from petroleum releases. Compliance concerns include those related to the timeliness of required sump testing, spill prevention equipment testing, and overfill inspections. The purpose of this compliance advisory is to remind facilities of these regulatory requirements. Please click HERE for the full advisory.

Public Notice – March 1, 2019

RTI Solutions Inc.:
268 Bush Street, #77 San Francisco, CA 94104
FOR Japan-Guam-Australia (JGA) South Cable Landing Project, JGA North Cable Landing Projectand Hong Kong-Guam Cable Landing Project

Draft 401 WQCs are now available for public review and comment, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the agency’s administration building located at 17-3404 Mariner Avenue, Tiyan Barrigada, or HERE. A public hearing will be held in the event a reasonable request is made.

Public Comment Period: March 1, 2019 – April 1, 2019
Written comments are welcomed beginning March 1, 2019
Written comments are welcomed and must be received by the agency via hand delivery or mail and should be addressed to:

EMAS Administrator, c/o Guam EPA: 17-3304 Mariner Avenue Tiyan Barrigada, Guam 96913-1617

Written comments will also be accepted via Email and should be sent to:
jesse.cruz@epa.guam.gov, cc: margaret.aguilar@epa.guam.gov, Subject: RTI CABLE LANDING PROJECT. Comments must include the name, mailing address and e-mail address of the commenter. Written comments must be received, or postmarked no later that 5:00 p.m. on April 1, 2019. Facsimile submittals will not be accepted.

For more information, please contact Margaret Aguilar at 671.300.4787 or margaret.aguilar@epa.guam.gov or Taryn Mesa at 671.300.4784 or taryn.mesa@epa.guam.gov

Notice of Public Hearing

In accordance with Title 5 of the Guam Code Annotated, Chapter 9, §9301(a), the Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) would like to notify the general public and owners/operators of Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) containing Regulated Substances of a Public Hearing to discuss Title 22 Guam Administrative Rule, Chapter 50, Guam EPA Underground Storage Tank Regulations that became effective on September 30, 2013. Guam’s UST regulations models the federal regulations and therefore, owners/operators of USTs on Guam must comply with the Implementation Time Frames for 2015 Underground Storage Tank Requirements to include, but not limited to the following: Emergency Generators, Field Constructed Tanks, Airport Hydrant System, Compatibility, etc.

PUBLIC HEARING IS SCHEDULED FOR
Wednesday • February 27, 2019 • 4:00 p.m. at the Guam EPA Administration Building Conference Room located at 17-3304 Mariner Avenue, Tiyan.

Guam Underground Storage Tank Regulations relevant to this public hearing can be viewed at the Agency’s administration building in Tiyan from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on business days, beginning on Thursday, February 14, 2019. The regulations are also available HERE or the Compiler of Laws website at guamcourts.org/compileroflaws/GAR/22GAR/22GAR010. Should you have any questions or require further clarification, please contact the Hazardous Waste Management Program at (671) 300-4751/52.

Individuals requiring special accommodations, auxiliary aids or services should contact Guam EPA by calling 300.4751/2.

Reminder Notice

The Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) reminds owners of Aboveground Storage Tanks (AST) containing Regulated Substances that they are required to apply for an AST Permit with the Agency by February 10, 2019, in accordance with Guam Public Law 34-140 – the Aboveground Storage of Regulated Substances Act, and codified in Title 10 Guam Code Annotated Chapter 76A, Division 3. Guam EPA is currently extending the permitting period to June 30, 2019 in an effort to have all owners of ASTs to come into compliance with Guam Public Law 34-140. The AST Permit Application Form and the Aboveground Storage of Regulated Substances Act are available online at www.epa.guam.gov.

FAILURE TO OBTAIN A PERMIT FOR YOUR FACILITY OR BUILDING MAY RESULT IN A FINE OF UP TO TWENTY-FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($25,000.00), OR A DAILY FINE OF ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) PER 500 GALLONS OR GREATER, FOR ASTs OR CONTAINERS WITH AN AGGREGATE EQUAL TO, OR GREATER THAN 500 GALLONS CONTAINING REGULATED SUBSTANCES.

Should you have any questions or need further clarification, please contact the Hazardous Waste Management Program at (671) 300-4751/52 or email at astpermits@epa.guam.gov

Notice of Public Hearing

In accordance with §9301(a), Chapter 9, Title 5 of the Guam Code Annotated,
Guam Environmental Protection Agency [Guam EPA] invites the general public and all interested parties to a public hearing on the agency’s proposed rules and regulations for the Recycling Revolving Fund.

PUBLIC HEARING IS SCHEDULED FOR
Wednesday • December 19, 2018 • 5:00 p.m.
at the Guam EPA Administration Building Conference Room located at 17-3304 Mariner Avenue, Tiyan.

Documentation relevant to this public hearing can be reviewed at the agency’s administration building in Tiyan from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on business days, beginning on Thursday, December 6, 2018. Documentation will also be available on-line at www.epa.guam.gov.

Written comments are welcomed and must be received by the agency via hand delivery or mail and should be addressed to: Walter S. Leon Guerrero c/o Guam EPA: 17-3304 Mariner Avenue Tiyan Barrigada, Guam 96913-1617
Written comments must be received no later that 5:00 p.m. on December 19, 2018.
Facsimile or electronic copy submittals will not be accepted.

Documentation relative to this public hearing may be downloaded HERE.

Board of Directors Meeting – Dec. 11, 2018

Tuesday, December 11, 2018 @ 4:00 pm Main Office Conference Room

Agenda

Call to Order
Approval of Agenda
Approval of November 15, 2018 Minutes
Administrator’s Report
Old Business
1. Navy NOV – Status
2. Tsang Brothers Corp. – Settlement Agreement Status
3. Safe Drinking Water NOV – GWA Status
4. Nova Group, Inc. – Settlement Agreement Status
5. RRF Rules and Regulations Draft Update
New Business
1. CH2M/JACOBS Update (PIEC)
Miscellaneous
Next Meeting Date/Adjournment

TRIENNIAL REVIEW: Guam Water Quality Standards

The Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) is requesting public involvement from the local community and other interested parties during the upcoming triennial review of Guam’s Water Quality Standards (WQS) regulation in accordance with Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 303(c).

Section 303(c)(1) of the CWA and the EPA’s implementing regulations at 40CFR 131.20 require that Guam, from time to time, but at least once every three years, hold public hearings to review applicable WQS and, as appropriate, modify and adopt WQS. In each WQS triennial review cycle, states and tribes, with input from the public, review their existing WQS to identify additions and/or revisions that are necessary or appropriate to ensure that their WQS meet the requirements of the CWA and the needs of the state or tribe.

Guam EPA intends to revise the island’s WQS in a variety of ways including additions of and revisions to water quality criteria, adopted implementation procedures, or other general policies. The public is highly encouraged to read the Water Quality Standards Regulatory Revisions Final Rule published in 2015 which addresses 6 key program areas. Here is a link to the revision: epa.gov/wqs-tech/final-rulemaking-update-national-water-quality-standards-regulation. The Guam WQS,

PUBLIC MEETING IS SCHEDULED FOR
Tuesday • January 15, 2019 • 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. at Guam EPA’s Administration Conference Room, located at 17-3304 Mariner Avenue, Tiyan.

Triennial Review Recommendations may be submitted either by hand delivery or by mail:
Guam Environmental Protection Agency, Attention: Jesse T. Cruz • BLDG #17-3304 Mariner Avenue, Tiyan Barrigada, GU 96913-1617. Recommendations submitted by mail must be postmarked no later than December 28, 2018.

Triennial Review Recommendations may also be submitted via email to jesse.cruz@epa.guam.gov, cc: margaret.aguilar@epa.guam.gov with the subject line:
2019 GWQS Triennial Review

Recommendations submitted via email must be sent no later than 5:00 p.m. ChST on December 28, 2018.

The triennial review material may be downloaded HERE.