{"id":20639,"date":"2015-08-15T06:40:26","date_gmt":"2015-08-15T10:40:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.thebeatnews.org\/BeatTeam\/?page_id=20639"},"modified":"2016-09-18T12:18:02","modified_gmt":"2016-09-18T16:18:02","slug":"environmental-monitor-berkshires-2009","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.thebeatnews.org\/BeatTeam\/environmental-monitor-berkshires-2009\/","title":{"rendered":"Environmental Monitor &#8211; Berkshires &#8211; 2009"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul>\n<li><strong>Peru, Windsor, Plainfield, Ashfield, and Amherst<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/web1.env.state.ma.us\/EEA\/emepa\/mepadocs\/2009\/112309em\/pn\/2.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Notice of Application for a 401 Water Quality Certification (pdf)<\/a> &#8211; repair or replacement of twenty-four lattice structures in poor condition along the transmission right-of-way by Northeast Utilities\/WMECo &#8211; posted 11\/23\/09<\/li>\n<li><strong>Florida and Savoy<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/web1.env.state.ma.us\/EEA\/emepa\/mepadocs\/2009\/110909em\/pn\/4.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Notice of Application for a 401 Water Quality Certification (pdf)<\/a> &#8211; 11\/9\/09<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pittsfield<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"#paip\" target=\"_blank\">Pittsfield Airport Improvements Project<\/a> (Municipal Airport Expansion) &#8211; NPC &#8211; 10\/23\/09 &#8211; Project change is insignificant; does not require an Environmental Impact Report<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sheffield<\/strong> &#8211; Berkshire School Master Plan (http:\/\/www.env.state.ma.us\/mepa\/mepacerts\/2009\/sc\/npc\/13852npc.pdf) &#8211; NPC Certificate Issued (but was there any comment period?)- Project change is insignificant; does not require an Environmental Impact Report &#8211; 09\/25\/09<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hancock and Lanesborough &#8211; <\/strong><a href=\"#bwpp\">Berkshire Wind Power Project<\/a> &#8211; Certificate Issued 08\/28\/09- Does Not Require an Environmental Impact Report<\/li>\n<li><strong>Richmond<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/web1.env.state.ma.us\/EEA\/emepa\/mepadocs\/2009\/092309em\/pn\/4.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Notice of Application for a 401 Water Quality Certification (pdf)<\/a> &#8211; for Levin Pond &#8211; Dam repairs, removal of accumulated sediment, and improvements to inlet and outlet structures and related work at 490 Rossiter Road &#8211; 9\/23\/09<\/li>\n<li><strong>Worthington<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/web1.env.state.ma.us\/EEA\/emepa\/mepadocs\/2009\/092309em\/pn\/10.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Notice of Application for a 401 Water Quality Certification (pdf)<\/a> &#8211; Repair of bridge on Route 112 over Wards Stream &#8211; 9\/23\/09<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pittsfield<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"#mpci\">Marchesio Park Channel Improvements<\/a> &#8211; Certificate &#8211; issued 7\/24\/09 &#8211; Does not require an Environmental Impact Report<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pittsfield<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/notices\/081209em\/7.pdf\">Notice of Application for a 401 Water Quality Certification (pdf)<\/a> &#8211; repair of Route 7 bridge (near the intersection with Hungerford and Winn Streets) over the Southwest Branch of the Housatonic River<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cheshire<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/notices\/061009em\/7.pdf\">Notice of Application for a 401 Water Quality Certification (pdf)<\/a> &#8211; repair of Route 8 bridge over Kitchen Brook<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lee<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"#rotr\">Reconstruction of Tyringham Road<\/a> &#8211; ENF &#8211; issued 7\/17\/09 &#8211; Does not require an Environmental Impact Report<\/li>\n<li><strong>Windsor<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/notices\/061009em\/7.pdf\">Notice of Application for a 401 Water Quality Certification<\/a> (pdf) &#8211; replacement of Bridge at High Street Hill Road over Westfield Brook<\/li>\n<li><strong>Great Barrington<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"#grri\">Green River Resource Improvement &amp; Bank Stabilization<\/a> &#8211; Certificate Issued 5\/8\/09 &#8211; Does not require an Environmental Impact Report<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lee, Becket, Otis and Blandford <\/strong>&#8211; <a href=\"#wmecolbob\">Notice of Application for a 401 Water Quality Certification<\/a> &#8211; submitted 5\/20\/09 by Northeast Utilities\/Western Massachusetts Electric Company<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lee<\/strong> &#8211; Old Pleasant Street Bridge &#8211; <a href=\"#opsb\">Notice of Application for a 401 Water Quality Certification<\/a> &#8211; submitted 5\/6\/2009<\/li>\n<li><strong>Housatonic Railroad<\/strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/notices\/040809em\/5.pdf\">Notice of Submission of a Yearly Operational Plan (pdf)<\/a> &#8211; comments due by 5\/22\/09<\/li>\n<li><strong>Washington<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"#aldrp\">Ashley Lake Dam Repair Project<\/a> &#8211; 4\/10\/09 &#8211; Does not require an Environmental Impact Report<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lee, Lenox, Pittsfield and Washington<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/notices\/040809em\/15.pdf\">Announcement of Upper Housatonic Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC) Designation (pdf)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Hinsdale<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"#ashr\">Ashmere Lake Dam Remedial Repair<\/a> &#8211; FEIR &#8211; Certificate issued 2\/27\/2009 &#8211; Adequately and properly complies with MEPA<\/li>\n<li><strong>Otis<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"#ordr\">Otis Reservoir Dam Rehabilitation <\/a> &#8211; ENF &#8211; <strong>As far as we can tell no decision was ever issued<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Lee, Lenox, Pittsfield and Washington<\/strong> &#8211;<a href=\"#uhacec\">Nomination of the Upper Housatonic River as Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Clarksburg<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"#nhrr\">North Hoosic River Restoration<\/a> &#8211; 1\/9\/09 -Secretary has granted a Full EIR Waiver<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pittsfield<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"#pg\">Pittsfield Generating Company, L.P.<\/a> &#8211; Notice of Public Comment Period for Draft Carbon Dioxide Trading Program Emission Control Plan &#8211;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dalton<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"#dfdwq\">Dalton Fire District Water Quality Certification<\/a><a id=\"mswp\" name=\"mswp\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a> or <a href=\"#top\">return to top<\/a><\/h5>\n<p><strong>Minuteman Savoy Wind Project<\/strong> &#8211; Savoy<br \/>\nEEA# 14513<\/p>\n<p>Submitted November 23, 2009<a href=\"http:\/\/web1.env.state.ma.us\/EEA\/emepa\/mepadocs\/2009\/112309em\/nps\/enf\/14513.pdf\"><br \/>\nEnvironmental Notification Form (pdf)<\/a><br \/>\nComments due December 29, 2009<\/p>\n<p>Berkshire Regional Planning Commission (BRPC) Clearinghouse Review Committee draft comments (pdf)<br \/>\nMass Audubon comments (pdf)<\/p>\n<p>For copies: Don McCauley (508) 665-5801<br \/>\nMEPA Analyst: <a href=\"mailto:nzavolas@state.ma.us\">Nicholas Zavolas<\/a> (617) 626-1030<a id=\"paip2\" name=\"hwp\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a> or <a href=\"#top\">return to top<\/a><\/h5>\n<p><strong>Hoosac Wind Project<\/strong> &#8211; Florida and Monroe<br \/>\nEEA# 13143<\/p>\n<p>Submitted November 23, 2009<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/web1.env.state.ma.us\/EEA\/emepa\/mepadocs\/2009\/112309em\/nps\/npc\/13143npc.pdf\">Notice of Project Change (pdf)<\/a><br \/>\nComments due December 29, 2009<\/p>\n<p>BEAT&#8217;s comments (pdf)<br \/>\nBerkshire Regional Planning Commission (BRPC) Clearinghouse Review Committee <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeatnews.org\/News\/images\/Comments\/FLA_HoosacWind_NPC_Final.pdf\">comments<\/a> (pdf)<br \/>\nMass Audubon <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeatnews.org\/News\/images\/Comments\/MAS13143HoosacNPC.pdf\">comments (pdf)<\/a><\/p>\n<p>In BEAT&#8217;s opinion, this is a major change! 24 more acres of altered land and adding 4000 sf more building.<\/p>\n<p>For copies: Nicole Sanford (413) 584-4776<br \/>\nMEPA Analyst:<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:aisling.eglington@state.ma.us\">Aisling Eglington<\/a> (617) 626-1024<a id=\"paip3\" name=\"ibld\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a> or <a href=\"#top\">return to top<\/a><\/h5>\n<p><strong>Interstate Biodiesel Lenox Dale<\/strong> &#8211; Lenox<br \/>\nEEA# 14501<\/p>\n<p>Submitted November 9, 2009<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/web1.env.state.ma.us\/EEA\/emepa\/mepadocs\/2009\/110909em\/nps\/enf\/14501.pdf\">Environmental Notification Form (pdf)<\/a><br \/>\nComments now due December 29, 2009<\/p>\n<p><strong>Public meetings:<\/strong> Interstate Biofuels held an open house at the Niagara Mill at 2 Mill St., Lenoxdale <strong>Monday, Nov. 30th from Noon-4 PM<\/strong>, and an informational session at <strong>6 PM at Lenox Town Hall<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Site visit: <\/strong>An Environmental Notification Form (ENF) has been submitted to the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) office for this project. The proposed project involves the production of 15 million gallons\/year of biodiesel via esterificaton by the Proponent, Interstate Biofuels, on the sites of the former Niagara and Centennial paper mills. The 6.3-acre site consists of two parcels of industrially-zoned land in the Towns of Lenox and Lee. The majority of deliveries of feedstock to the site and biodiesel outbound from the site will be via rail (the site has access to active rail service). The current structure on-site is proposed to be adapted to contain the requisite biodiesel production processes. The site is located within the boundaries of the Upper Housatonic River Area of Environmental Concern (ACEC). A portion of the site is within the 100-year flood plain and within the Riverfront Area. The project will require Orders of Conditions from the Towns of Lenox and Lee.<\/p>\n<p>A consultation session will be held to receive advice and comments from agencies, officials, and citizens regarding which environmental issues, if any, are significant for this project. Opinions as to the extent and significance of possible environmental impact will be welcome.<\/p>\n<p>The meeting is scheduled as follows:<\/p>\n<p>Date:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <strong>Friday, December 4th, 2009<br \/>\n<\/strong>Time:\u00a0\u00a0 <strong>12:00 PM<\/strong><br \/>\nLocation:\u00a0<strong>Project Site \u2013 meet at the Niagara Mill, located at 2 Mill Street, Lenox, MA 01238<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Comments on the project will be welcome in writing prior to December 14, 2009. A Certificate on the ENF will be issued on December 23, 2009.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The BRPC Clearinghouse Review Committee<\/strong> will meet on <strong>Mon, Dec. 7th at 4:00 pm<\/strong> at the BRPC office at 1 Fenn Street, Pittsfield.\u00a0They will be reviewing this project, among others. These meetings are open to the public, but they may or may not accept public comment.<\/p>\n<p>Project Contacts: <a href=\"mailto:MHenderson@InterstateBiofuels.com\">Michelle L. Henderson<\/a>, Interstate Biofuels, 917.653.9290<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:RFournier@sk-designgroup.com\">Robert G. Fournier<\/a>, SK Design Group, Inc., 413.443.3537<\/p>\n<p>Pursuant to the requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act, this Meeting Notice is available in alternative formats upon request. Questions on the meeting may be answered by contacting Purvi Patel, MEPA Analyst at 617.626.1029.<\/p>\n<p><strong>BEAT Notes:<\/strong> Engineer is SK Design. At the public meeting on November 30th, BEAT requested a plan showing the topography of the site at 1 foot contours stamped by a licensed surveyor. James Scalise said they already had this &#8211; but when questioned further &#8211; had not submitted it with the ENF. BEAT also requested an accident report for Housatonic Railroad for the last 20 years. We know of at least 3 train derailments by this railroad next to or into the river. BEAT believes there are much, much better locations for a biodiesel plant. They should not be permitted to have this facility right on the river. The entire site is within 200 feet of the river, and they are proposing to have 1000 foot long pipes running along the river carrying oil from the plant to the huge tanks at the north end of the property.<\/p>\n<p>For copies: Michelle Henderson (917) 653-9290<br \/>\nMEPA Analyst: <a href=\"mailto:purvi.patel@state.ma.us\">Purvi Patel<\/a> (617) 626-1029<a id=\"paip\" name=\"paip\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a> or <a href=\"#top\">return to top<\/a><\/h5>\n<p><strong>Pittsfield Airport Improvement Project <\/strong>&#8211; Pittsfield<br \/>\nEEA# 12480<\/p>\n<p>Issued October 23, 2009<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/web1.env.state.ma.us\/EEA\/emepa\/mepacerts\/2009\/sc\/npc\/12480npc.pdf\">Secretary&#8217;s Certificate (pdf)<\/a><br \/>\nProject change is insignificant; does not require an Environmental Impact Report<a id=\"uhd2\" name=\"uhd\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a> or <a href=\"#top\">return to top<\/a><\/h5>\n<p><strong>Upper Hathaway Dam Removal Project<\/strong> &#8211; Dalton<br \/>\nEEA# 14493<\/p>\n<p>Submitted October 7, 2009<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/web1.env.state.ma.us\/EEA\/emepa\/mepadocs\/2009\/100709em\/nps\/enf\/14493.pdf\">Environmental Notification Form (first page pdf)<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeatnews.org\/News\/images\/Upper Hathaway Dam Removal Project Expanded ENF.pdf\">Full ENF (pdf 16.6 Mb)<\/a><br \/>\nComments now due December 4, 2009<br \/>\n&#8211; <em>BEAT Note: The proponent will be submitting additional information and will be changing the proposed access road to the site.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>BEAT&#8217;s <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeatnews.org\/News\/images\/Comments\/20091208HathawayDam.pdf\">comments (pdf)<\/a><\/p>\n<p>For copies: Aaron Weieneth (781) 224-6222<br \/>\nMEPA Analyst:<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:aisling.eglington@state.ma.us\">Aisling Eglington<\/a> (617) 626-1024<\/p>\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>MEPA Site Visit and Public Consultation<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>EEA# 14493 \u00a0Upper Hathaway Dam Removal, Dalton<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The City of Pittsfield has submitted an Expanded Environmental Notification Form (ENF), with a request for a full waiver of the requirement to prepare a mandatory Environmental Impact Report (EIR). As described in the Expanded ENF, the City proposes to remove the Upper Hathaway Dam as part of stream restoration efforts to restore connectivity between the Housatonic River and the upper reaches of Hathaway Brook. The dam currently impounds Hathaway reservoir. Both structures were historically used for water supply but have been abandoned since the 1950\u2019s. The dam removal project is intended to allow migration of brook trout and provide other ecological benefits including \u00a0restoration of natural flow patterns and enhanced habitat value.<\/p>\n<p>The proposed project involves filling portions of Hathaway reservoir to restore the former stream channel and upland topography, which will result in a net loss of 19,300 square feet of Land Under Water and 400 linear feet of Inland Bank. The project will impact 22,870 square feet of Riverfront Area.<\/p>\n<p>The project requires a 401 Water Quality Certificate and Beneficial Use of Solid Waste Permit from MassDEP, an Order of Conditions from the Dalton Conservation Commission, and a Section 404 Permit from the Army Corps of Engineers. \u00a0The project may also require a permit from the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) Office of Dam Safety.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Site Visit date\/time:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0 <u>\u00a0Monday October 26th \u00a0at 2pm<br \/>\n<\/u><strong>Location: <\/strong>Pittsfield Wastewater Treatment Plant \u00a0(WWTP)- Utility Drive, Pittsfield (off Holmes Road). The initial meeting at WWTP conference room will be followed by a site visit to the Upper Hathaway Dam.<\/p>\n<p>As discussed at the site visit yesterday, the comment period is being extended to allow time for the Proponent to circulate supplemental information including revised plans for the access road, additional detail on dewatering and contingency plans, and pre-and post construction monitoring.<\/p>\n<p>Comments on the Expanded ENF and Waiver request are now due by <u>Friday December 4th<\/u>.\u00a0 The City\u2019s consultants, AECOM, expect to distribute the additional information by November 23rd to allow time for review prior to the comment deadline.\u00a0 The Secretary will issue a decision\/Certificate on the project on December 16, 2009.<\/p>\n<p>Aisling Eglington<br \/>\nMEPA Analyst<br \/>\nExecutive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs<br \/>\n100 Cambridge Street, Suite 900<br \/>\nBoston, MA 02114-2524<\/p>\n<p>Phone: (617) 626-1024<br \/>\nFax: (617) 626-1181<br \/>\nemail: <a href=\"mailto:aisling.eglington@state.ma.us\">aisling.eglington@state.ma.us<\/a><a id=\"bwpp2\" name=\"bwpp\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a> or <a href=\"#top\">return to top<\/a><\/h5>\n<p><strong>Berkshire Wind Power Project<\/strong> &#8211; Hancock and Lanesborough<br \/>\nEEA# 12532<\/p>\n<p>Issued August 28, 2009<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/web1.env.state.ma.us\/EEA\/emepa\/mepadocs\/2009\/102609em\/sc\/npc\/12532npc.pdf\">Secretary&#8217;s Certificate<\/a><br \/>\nDoes Not Require an Environmental Impact Report<\/p>\n<p>Submitted July 22, 2009<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/npcs\/072209em\/12532npc.pdf\"><br \/>\nNotice of Project Change (pdf)<\/a><br \/>\nComments due August 11, 2009<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"\/Issues\/Wind\/20090812Brodie.pdf\">BEAT&#8217;s comments (pdf)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For copies: Daniel Nitzsche (413) 525-3822<br \/>\nMEPA Analyst:<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:holly.s.johnson@state.ma.us\">Holly Johnson<\/a> (617) 626-1023<a id=\"8kit\" name=\"8kit\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a> or <a href=\"#top\">return to top<\/a><\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Route 8 over Kitchen Brook <\/strong>&#8211; Cheshire<\/p>\n<p>submitted July 8, 2009<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/notices\/070809em\/8.pdf\"><br \/>\nNotice of Application for a 401 Water Quality Certification<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Pursuant to 33 U.S.C. 1341 M.G.L. c. 21 S 43, notice is given of a 401 Water Quality<br \/>\nCertification application for the repair of Bridge C-10-009, which carries Route 8 over Kitchen Brook in the town of Cheshire by the MassHighway Department, Ten Park Plaza, Room 4260, Boston, MA 02116. This project will involve repairs to the abutments, wingwalls, and breastwalls. Additional<br \/>\ninformation may be obtained from the Massachusetts Highway Department at the above address,<br \/>\nAttention Alex Murray (617) 973-8284. Written comments should be sent to DEP, Division of<br \/>\nWetlands and Waterways, Attention Derek Standish, Boston Region, One Winter Street, 3rd<br \/>\nFloor, Boston, MA 02108 within 21 days of this notice. Any group of ten persons, any aggrieved<br \/>\nperson, or any governmental body or private organization with a mandate to protect the<br \/>\nenvironment who submits written comments may appeal the Department&#8217;s Certification. Failure<br \/>\nto submit written comments before the end of the public comment period may result in the waiver<br \/>\nof any right to an adjudicatory hearing.<a id=\"mpci\" name=\"mpci\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a> or <a href=\"#top\">return to top<\/a><\/h5>\n<p><strong>Marchesio Park Channel Improvements<\/strong> &#8211; Pittsfield<br \/>\nEEA# 14434<\/p>\n<p>Issued July 24, 2009<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/certificates\/072409\/14434enf.pdf\">Secretary&#8217;s Certificate (pdf)<br \/>\n<\/a>Does not require an Environmental Impact Report<\/p>\n<p>Submitted June 24, 2009<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/enfs\/062409em\/14434.pdf\"><br \/>\nEnvironmental Notification Form<\/a><br \/>\nComments due July 14, 2009<\/p>\n<p>For copies: Neil Kulikauskas (860) 563-7775<br \/>\nMEPA Analyst: Purvi Patel (617) 626-1029 <a id=\"rotr2\" name=\"rotr\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a> or <a href=\"#top\">return to top<\/a><\/h5>\n<p><strong>Reconstruction of Tyringham Road<\/strong> &#8211; Lee<br \/>\nEEA #14426<\/p>\n<p>Issued July 17, 2009<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/certificates\/071709\/14426enf.pdf\">Secretary&#8217;s Certificate (pdf)<br \/>\n<\/a>Does not require an Environmental Impact Report<\/p>\n<p>Submitted June 10, 2009<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/enfs\/061009em\/14426.pdf\">Environmental Notification Form (pdf)<\/a><br \/>\nComments due July 10, 2009<\/p>\n<p>For copies: Michael Gagnon (413) 452-0445 x4432<br \/>\nMEPA Analyst: <a href=\"mailto:Aisling.Eglington@state.ma.us\">Aisling Eglington<\/a> (617) 626-1024<a id=\"wmecolbob\" name=\"wmecolbob\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a> or <a href=\"#top\">return to top<\/a><\/h5>\n<p><strong>Northeast Utilities\/Western Massachusetts Electric Company<\/strong> &#8211; Lee, Becket, Otis and Blandford<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/notices\/052009em\/13.pdf\">Notice of Application for a 401 Water Quality Certification<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Pursuant to 33 U.S.C. 1341 and M.G.L. c. 21 $$26 &#8211; 53, notice is given of a 401 Water<br \/>\nQuality Certification application for OPGW Installation by Northeast Utilities\/Western<br \/>\nMassachusetts Electric Company, 107 Seldon Street, Berlin, CT 06037 on Line Number<br \/>\n1421 in Lee, Becket, Otis and Blandford to improve transmission communications between<br \/>\nelectrical substations. Additional information may be obtained from Mr. John Morissette,<br \/>\n107 Seldon Street, Berlin, CT 06037, (860) 665-2036. Written comments should be sent to<br \/>\nMassDEP Western Regional Office, Division of Wetlands and Waterways, 436 Dwight<br \/>\nStreet, Springfield, MA 01103 within twenty-one days of this notice.<\/p>\n<p>Any group of ten persons, any aggrieved person, or any governmental body or private<br \/>\norganization with a mandate to protect the environment who submits written comments<br \/>\nmay appeal the Department&#8217;s Certification. Fdure to submit written comments before the<br \/>\nend of the public comment period may result in the waiver of any right to an adjudicatory<br \/>\nhearing.<a id=\"opsb2\" name=\"opsb\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a> or <a href=\"#top\">return to top<\/a><\/h5>\n<p><strong>Old Pleasant Street Bridge <\/strong>&#8211; Lee<\/p>\n<p>submitted May 6, 2009<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/notices\/050609em\/9.pdf\"><br \/>\nNotice of Application for a 401 Water Quality Certification<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Pursuant to 33 U.S.C. 1341 M.G.L. c. 21 S 43, notice is given of a 401 Water Quality<br \/>\nCertification application for the replacement of Bridge L-05-023 , Old Pleasant Street over the<br \/>\nHousatonic River in the town of Lee, Massachusetts by the MassHighway Department, Ten Park<br \/>\nPlaza, Room 4260, Boston, MA 021 16. This project will involve the replacement of the existing<br \/>\nbridge superstructure on the same horizontal alignment as the existing structure. Additional<br \/>\ninformation may be obtained from the Massachusetts Highway Department at the above address,<br \/>\nAttention Robert Bennett (617) 973-7886. Written comments should be sent to DEP, Division of<br \/>\nWetlands and Waterways, Attention Derek Standish, Boston Region, One Winter Street, 3rd<br \/>\nFloor, Boston, MA 02108 within 21 days of this notice. Any group of ten persons, any aggrieved<br \/>\nperson, or any governmental body or private organization with a mandate to protect the<br \/>\nenvironment who submits written comments may appeal the Department&#8217;s Certification. Failure<br \/>\nto submit written comments before the end of the public comment period may result in the waiver<br \/>\nof any right to an adjudicatory hearing.<a id=\"grri\" name=\"grri\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a> or <a href=\"#top\">return to top<\/a><\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Green River Resource Improvement &amp; Bank Stabilization<\/strong> &#8211; Great Barrington<br \/>\nEEA# 14399<\/p>\n<p>Issued May 8, 2009<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/certificates\/050809\/14399enf.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Secretary&#8217;s Certificate (pdf)<\/a> &#8211; Does not require an Environmental Impact Report<\/p>\n<p>Submitted April 8, 2009<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/enfs\/040809em\/14399.pdf\"><br \/>\nEnvironmental Notification Form (pdf)<\/a><br \/>\nComments due April 28, 2009<\/p>\n<p><strong>MEPA Site Visit and Public Consultation<\/strong><\/p>\n<p align=\"center\">The proposed project involves stabilization of the river bank, which has been subject to erosion, on the 1.7-acre project site located along the Green River. The stabilization plan includes use of blocky rock, root wads a tree revetement and live stakes.<\/p>\n<p>The project requires a 401 Water Quality Certification from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) and is subject to review by the Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program (NHESP). The project requires an Order of Conditions from the Great Barrington Conservation Commission (and, on appeal only, a Superseding Order from MassDEP).<\/p>\n<p>The proposed project will impact 600 linear feet of Bank, 974 square feet (sf) of Land Under Water, 9,900 sf of Bordering Land Subject to Flooding, and 12,000 sf of Riverfront Area. The project will alter 0.28 acres of land.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Site visit date\/time:<\/strong> \u00a0<u>Thursday April 23, 2009 at 12 noon<br \/>\n<\/u><strong>Location:<\/strong>\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <u>Board of Selectmen\u2019s Meeting Room, Second Floor<\/u> \u00a0at Town Hall, 334 Main Street Great Barrington, MA 01230 (a site visit will take place after the initial meeting at Town Hall)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Comments Due:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 April 28, 2009<br \/>\n<strong>Decision Due:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 May 8, 2009<br \/>\n<strong>Project Contact:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jim Toth, \u00a0James Toth Engineering, (978) 544-5620\u00a0 jtoth@crocker.com<br \/>\n<strong>MEPA Analyst:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>Aisling Eglington, (617) 626-1024\u00a0 <a href=\"mailto:aisling.eglington@state.ma.us\">aisling.eglington@state.ma.us<br \/>\n<\/a><strong>MEPA Web site:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/index.htm\">http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/index.htm<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>For copies: James Toth (978) 544-5620<br \/>\nMEPA Analyst: <a href=\"mailto:Aisling.Eglington@state.ma.us\">Aisling Eglington<\/a> (617) 626-1024<a id=\"aldrp2\" name=\"aldrp\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a> or <a href=\"#top\">return to top<\/a><\/h5>\n<p><strong>Ashley Lake Dam Repair Project<\/strong> &#8211; Washington<br \/>\nEEA# 14295<\/p>\n<p>Issued April 10, 2009<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/certificates\/041009\/14295npc.pdf\">Secretary&#8217;s Certificate (pdf)<\/a><br \/>\nDoes not require an Environmental Impact Report<\/p>\n<p>Submitted March 11, 2009<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/npcs\/031109em\/14295npc.pdf\">Notice of Project Change (pdf)<\/a><br \/>\nComments due March 31, 2009<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeatnews.org\/BeatTeam\/environmental-monitor-berkshires-2008\/\">See last year&#8217;s information.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>For copies: Jennifer Doyle-Breen (781) 224-6474<br \/>\nMEPA Analyst: <a href=\"mailto:Aisling.Eglington@state.ma.us\">Aisling Eglington<\/a> (617) 626-1024 <a id=\"ashr\" name=\"ashr\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a> or <a href=\"#top\">return to top<\/a><\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ashmere Lake Dam Remedial Repairs <\/strong>&#8211; Hinsdale<br \/>\nEEA# 14198<\/p>\n<p>Issued February 27, 2009<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/certificates\/022709\/14198feir.pdf\">Secretary&#8217;s Certificate (pdf)<\/a> &#8211; Adequately and properly complies with MEPA<\/p>\n<p>Submitted January 21, 2009<br \/>\nFinal Environmental Impact Report &#8211; no pdf available<br \/>\n<strong>Comments due February 20, 2009<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Issued October 17, 2008<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/certificates\/101708\/14198deir.pdf\">Secretarty&#8217;s Certificate (pdf)<\/a> &#8211; Adequately and properly complies with MEPA<\/p>\n<p>Submitted September 10, 2008<br \/>\n<strong>Environmental Impact Report<\/strong> &#8211; no pdf yet<br \/>\n<span class=\"style5\"><strong>Comments due October 10, 2008<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Issued April 18, 2008<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/certificates\/041808\/14198eenf.pdf\">Secretary&#8217;s Certificate<\/a> (pdf) &#8211; Requires an Environmental Impact Report<\/p>\n<p>BEAT is very concerned by what we have heard regarding this dam project. First, that most years the water appears to be drawn down by mistake to a level far below what is permitted. Second, that this dam does not appear to be in nearly as bad shape as many others around the state. Why should this dam receive priority? Perhaps there are legitimate reasons, but it is not clear to us<\/p>\n<p>Submitted March 12, 2008<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/enfs\/031208em\/14198.pdf\">Environmental Notification Form<\/a> (pdf) first four pages<br \/>\n<span class=\"style5\"><strong>comments due April 11, 2008<\/strong><\/span><a id=\"pg\" name=\"pg\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a> or <a href=\"#top\">return to top<\/a><\/h5>\n<p><strong>Pittsfield Generating Company, L.P. &#8211; Notice of Public Comment Period for Draft Carbon Dioxide Trading Program Emission Control Plan<\/strong> &#8211; 1\/21\/09<\/p>\n<p>Notice is hereby given that the Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP or the Department), acting in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. chapter 11 1, Section 142A through 142E, offers for public comment the following draft CO2 Budget Trading Program Emission Control Plan approval issued pursuant to regulation 3 10 CMR 7.70, the Massachusetts CO2 Budget Trading Program.<\/p>\n<p>The draft Emission Control Plan approval for Pittsfield Generating Company, L.P. is being issued in accordance with 310 CMR 7.70. MassDEP has determined that Units 1, 2, and 3 at this facility are subject to the CO2 Budget Trading Progranl. As such, the draft Emission Control Plan approval sets forth the methodologies for monitoring the COz mass emissions and the net electric generation from the applicable units. The purpose of the Emission Coiltrol Plan approval is to codify these monitoring methodologies under the state CO2 Budget Trading Program regulation.<\/p>\n<p>The draft CO2 Budget Trading Program Emission Control Plan approval is for:<br \/>\nFACILITY NAME: Pittsfield Generating Company, L.P.<br \/>\nAPPLICANT: Maxim Power Corp.<br \/>\nFACILITY ADDRESS: 235 Memll Road, Pittsfield, MA<br \/>\nTRANSMITTAL NO.: X007 169<\/p>\n<p>The public comment period will extend until February 13, 2009. Comments may be presented in writing until 5.00 PM on February 13,2009. MassDEP requests that written testimony be submitted electronically via e-mail to: stacy.h.degabriele@state.ma.us.<\/p>\n<p>Written testimony may also be submitted to:<br \/>\nMassachusetts Department of Environmental Protection<br \/>\nOne Winter Street, 6thFloor, Boston, MA 02 108<br \/>\nATTENTION: Stacy DeGabriele<\/p>\n<p>A copy of the draft COz Budget Trading Program Emission Control Plan approval and the CO2 Budget Trading Program Emission Control Plan approval application are available for inspection at the Western Regional Office and also on the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/dep\/public\/publiche.htm\" target=\"_blank\">MassDEP website<\/a> (but you have to search for them &#8211; or you can follow the links below).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/dep\/air\/approvals\/draft\/x007169_co2_ecp_app.pdf\">Pittsfield Generating\/Maxim Power&#8217;s application (pdf)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/dep\/air\/approvals\/draft\/x007169_draft_co2_ecp.pdf\">Mass DEP&#8217;s Draft Approval (pdf)<\/a><a id=\"ordr2\" name=\"ordr\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a> or <a href=\"#top\">return to top<\/a><\/h5>\n<p><strong>Otis Reservoir Dam Rehabilitation <\/strong> &#8211; Otis<br \/>\nEEA #14353<\/p>\n<p><strong>As far as we can tell no decision was ever issued<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Submitted December 24, 2008<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/enfs\/122408em\/14353.pdf\">Environmental Notification Form<\/a> (pdf)<br \/>\n<strong id=\"BerkshireColor\">comments due 1\/27\/09<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Rare species habitat<\/p>\n<p>For copies contact Michelle Manarolla (413) 525-3822<br \/>\nMEPA Analyst: William Gage (617) 626-1025<a id=\"dfdwq\" name=\"dfdwq\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a> or <a href=\"#top\">return to top<\/a><\/h5>\n<p><strong>Dalton Fire District Water Quality Certification<\/strong> -Dalton<\/p>\n<p>Submitted December 24, 2008<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/notices\/122408em\/6.pdf\">Notice of Application for a 401 Water Quality Certificatio<\/a>n (pdf)<\/p>\n<p>Application for improvements along Wahconah Falls Road (Back Dalton Road) at May Brook by the Dalton Fire District, 20 Flansburg Avenue, Dalton, MA 01226. This project will involve the installation of stormwater best management practices (BMPs) along 550&#8242; of the reconstructed road and replacement of the existing culvert to meet existing design standards.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>BEAT note:<br \/>\nBEAT met with the Dalton Fire District to review the plans for this culvert. The plans looked good and appeared to comply with the Massachusetts River and Stream Crossing Standards.<a id=\"nhrr2\" name=\"nhrr\"><\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a><\/h5>\n<p><strong>North Hoosic River Restoration<\/strong> &#8211; Clarksburg<br \/>\nEEA #14337<\/p>\n<p>January 9, 2009<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/certificates\/010909\/14337frod.pdf\">Secretary has granted a Full EIR Waiver (pdf)<\/a><\/p>\n<p>December 17, 2008<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/certificates\/121708\/14337drod.pdf\">Secretary proposes to grant a Full EIR Waiver (pdf)<\/a><br \/>\nComments due January 7, 2009<\/p>\n<p>Issued December 17, 2008<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/certificates\/121708\/14337eenf.pdf\">Secretary&#8217;s Certificate<\/a> (pdf) Does not require an Environmental Impact Report<\/p>\n<p>Submitted November 10, 2008<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/enfs\/111008em\/14336.pdf\">Environmental Notification Form<\/a> (pdf)<\/p>\n<p>The proponent is the Riverways Program of the Mass. Dpeartment of Fish and Game.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>From the ENF:<br \/>\nDam removal will improve coldwater habitat for resident and state-listed species. The project involves full dam removal and the restoration of in-stream and riparian habitats. \u2026 The restoration will provide species access to more than 30 miles of free-flowing, high-quality headwater streams.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>The proponent is asking for a waiver from filing a mandatory Environmental Impact Report.<\/p>\n<p class=\"style5\"><span class=\"style26\"><strong>Notice of Site Visit <\/strong>11\/18\/08<\/span><\/p>\n<p>An Environmental Notification Form (ENF) has been submitted\u00a0to the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) office for this project.\u00a0\u00a0 The Massachusetts Riverways Program \u2013 Department of Fish and Game is proposing the removal of the Briggsville Dam in Clarksburg to restore approximately 30 miles of headwater habitat on the North Branch of the Hoosic River.\u00a0 Briggsville Dam is a 15-foot high and 145-foot long broad crest weir dam in poor condition and is rated a significant hazard structure.\u00a0 The project will result in the alteration of approximately 2.03 acres of land, 26,572 sf of Bordering Vegetated Wetlands (BVW), and conversion of 8,276 sf of land under water to BVW. The project site contains a state-listed species of special concern and provides important fish habitat. The project will require a Chapter 91 license and Section 401 Water Quality Certificate from MassDEP, MassHistorical Review under Chapter 253 (Dam Safety), a U.S. ACOE Section 404 Permit, and an Order of Conditions from the Clarksburg Conservation Commission.\u00a0 The project is also receiving state funding from the Mass. Riverways Program.\u00a0 The proponent has requested a waiver of a mandatory EIR in accordance with 301 CMR 11.11.<\/p>\n<p>A consultation session will be held to receive advice and comments from agencies, officials, and citizens regarding which environmental issues, if any, are significant for this project. Opinions as to the extent\u00a0and significance of possible environmental impact will be welcome.<\/p>\n<p>The meeting is scheduled as follows:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Tuesday, November 18, 2008<br \/>\n<strong>Time:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0 1:30 PM<br \/>\n<strong>Location:<\/strong>\u00a0 Meet at Cascade School Supplies Building \u2013 191 River Road, Clarksburg.<\/p>\n<p><strong><strong>Project\u00a0Contact:<\/strong><\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Tim Purinton, Mass Riverways Program, 617-626-1542<\/p>\n<p>Pursuant to the requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act, this Meeting Notice is available in alternative formats upon request. Questions on the meeting may be answered by contacting\u00a0Holly Johnson, MEPA Analyst at (617) 626-1023.<a name=\"prd\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a><\/h5>\n<p><strong>The Center at Lenox <\/strong>&#8211; Lenox<br \/>\nEEA #14332<\/p>\n<p>Issued November 21, 2008<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/certificates\/112108\/14332enf.pdf\">Secretary&#8217;s Certificate<\/a> (pdf) &#8211; Requires an Environmental Impact Report<\/p>\n<p>Submitted October 22, 2008<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/enfs\/102208em\/14332.pdf\"><br \/>\nEnvironmental Notification Form<\/a> (pdf) <span class=\"style35\"><br \/>\nComments due 11\/11\/08 <\/span><\/p>\n<p>For copies: Timothy Williams (781) 935-6889 <a href=\"mailto:twilliams@allenmajor.com\">williams@allenmajor.com<\/a><br \/>\nMEPA analyst: Aisling Eglington (617) 626-1024 <a title=\"blocked::mailto:aisling.eglington@state.ma.us mailto:aisling.eglington@state.ma.us\" href=\"BLOCKED::BLOCKED::mailto:aisling.eglington@state.ma.us\">aisling.eglington@state.ma.us<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>MEPA Site Visit and Public Consultation<\/strong> 11\/5 &#8211; 1pm<\/p>\n<p>The project involves\u00a0construction of\u00a013,225 square foot (sf) retail pharmacy and a 73,700 sf bank and retail building with associated utilities, driveways and parking areas. The project includes demolition of an existing 956-sf structure. The 36-acre project site includes an existing restaurant, bank, and other retail buildings. The proposed project will result in an additional 6.6 acres of land alteration, including 4.4 acres of new impervious area and alteration of 4,500 sf of Bordering Vegetated Wetlands (BVW). The proposed development will result in 3,602 new vehicle trips per day for a total of 10,656 trips on an average weekday.\u00a0\u00a0Ninety-five new parking spaces are proposed (for a total of 768 spaces).\u00a0 Additional water use is estimated at 5,069 gallons per day (gpd) (for a total of 13,642 gpd) and wastewater at 4,608 gpd (for a total of 12,402 gpd). The ENF proposes a connection\u00a0for wastewater disposal to\u00a0the municipal sewer system and indicates that the proponent is evaluating\u00a0expansion of the existing fire pond to service the domestic water needs of the proposed retail center development.<\/p>\n<p>Portions of the project site\u00a0are mapped as priority habitat for two\u00a0state-listed plant species. The project may require a Conservation and Management Permit from the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife, Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program (NHESP). The project requires an Order of Conditions from the Lenox Conservation Commission (and, on appeal only, a Superseding Order from MassDEP). The project requires a Highway Access Permit for access to Route 7\/20 from the Massachusetts Highway Department (MassHighway).<\/p>\n<p>Site visit date\/time:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<u><strong>Wednesday, November 5, 2008 at 1pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/u>Location:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Land Use Meeting Room, Town Hall, 6 Walker Street,\u00a0Lenox MA 01240<br \/>\n(a site visit will be held after the initial meeting at Town Hall)<br \/>\nComments due:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<span class=\"style5\"><strong>November 11, 2008<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Submitted October 22, 2008<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/pdffiles\/enfs\/102208em\/14332.pdf\"><br \/>\nEnvironmental Notification Form<\/a> (pdf) <span class=\"style35\"><br \/>\nComments due 11\/11\/08 <\/span><\/p>\n<p>For copies: Timothy Williams (781) 935-6889 <a href=\"mailto:twilliams@allenmajor.com\">williams@allenmajor.com<\/a><br \/>\nMEPA analyst: Aisling Eglington (617) 626-1024 <a title=\"blocked::mailto:aisling.eglington@state.ma.us mailto:aisling.eglington@state.ma.us\" href=\"BLOCKED::BLOCKED::mailto:aisling.eglington@state.ma.us\">aisling.eglington@state.ma.us<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:aisling.eglington@state.ma.us\">Aisling Eglington<\/a><br \/>\nMEPA Analyst<br \/>\nExecutive Office of Environmental Affairs<br \/>\n100 Cambridge Street, Suite 900<br \/>\nBoston, MA 02114-2524<\/p>\n<p>Phone: (617) 626-1024<br \/>\nFax: (617) 626-1181<br \/>\nemail: <a href=\"mailto:aisling.eglington@state.ma.us\">aisling.eglington@state.ma.us<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a name=\"uhacec\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a><\/h5>\n<p><strong>Nomination of the Upper Housatonic River as Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC)<\/strong> &#8211; Lee, Lenox, Pittsfield and Washington &#8211; 1\/29\/09<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/notices\/122408em\/19.pdf\">Notice of Public Hearing<\/a> (pdf) <span class=\"style5\"><strong>Thursday, January 29, 7:00 &#8211; 9:00 PM,<\/strong><\/span>Lenox High School Theater, 197 East Street, Lenox<br \/>\n(* Snow date is Thursday, February 5, 2009 at the same time and location.)<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/notices\/100808em\/18.pdf\">Notice of Nomination of the Upper Housatonic River as Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC)<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Public meeting schedule (doc) <a id=\"ash\" name=\"ash\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a><a id=\"comments\" name=\"comments\"><\/a><\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"generaltext\"><p><span class=\"generaltext\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/envir\/mepa\/secondlevelpages\/submittingcomments.htm\">How to Submit Comments to MEPA<\/a><\/strong><\/span>:<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"generaltext\">The Secretary of Environmental Affairs accepts written comments on projects currently under MEPA review. Comments may be submitted electronically, by mail, via FAX, or by hand delivery. Please note that comments submitted on MEPA documents are public records.<\/p>\n<p class=\"generaltext\">Be sure to include the EOEA number on all comments!<\/p>\n<p class=\"generaltext\">The mailing address for comments is:<br \/>\nIan A. Bowles, Secretary of Environment and Energy<br \/>\nAttn: MEPA Office<br \/>\n[Analyst Name], EOEA No. ____<br \/>\n100 Cambridge Street, Suite 900<br \/>\nBoston MA 02114<\/p>\n<p class=\"generaltext\">Be sure to include the EOEA number on all comments!<\/p>\n<p class=\"generaltext\">state email addresses are usually: first name.last name @state.ma.us<br \/>\nfor example: <a href=\"mailto:aisling.eglington@state.ma.us\"><strong>Aisling.Eglington@state.ma.us<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"generaltext\"><a class=\"style10\" href=\"#em\">return to list of projects<\/a><span style=\"font-size: x-large;\"><a id=\"pn\" name=\"pn\"><\/a><\/span>, <span class=\"style10\">or<\/span> <a class=\"style10\" href=\"#state\">return to list of state projects<\/a>, <span class=\"style10\">or<\/span> <span class=\"style10\"><a href=\"#top\">top of page <\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"generaltext\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Peru, Windsor, Plainfield, Ashfield, and Amherst &#8211; Notice of Application for a 401 Water Quality Certification (pdf) &#8211; repair or replacement of twenty-four lattice structures in poor condition along the transmission right-of-way by Northeast Utilities\/WMECo &#8211; posted 11\/23\/09 Florida and&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":{"nf_dc_page":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-20639","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","entry","no-media"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Environmental Monitor - Berkshires - 2009 - Berkshire Environmental Action Team<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"BEAT&#039;s abstract of the Mass. 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