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News Releases: 2011 (128)
Comment Period Begins for Environmental Assessment Worksheet on Expansion at Clay County Layer Hen Facility
The comment period ends April 20.
"Protecting the St. Croix River Basin" Conference to be Held April 5
The conference is open to the public. Advance registrations will be accepted through March 25.
MPCA Seeks Comments on Water Quality Improvement Report for South Metro Lakes
A public comment period begins March 14 and continues through April 13.
MPCA Seeks Comments on Sweeney Lake Water Quality Improvement Report
Comments must be received in writing at the MPCA office by close of business April 13.
Flood Preparation: Move Items That Could Become Hazardous Wastes
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has tips for preparing for flooding at www.pca.state.mn.us/hot/floods.html.
Multek Flexible Circuits to Pay Environmental Penalty
Preparing Fuel Tanks for Flooding can Reduce Possible Damage to Health, Property, the Environment
If you notice that tanks have leaked, tank owners should call the Minnesota Duty Officer toll-free at 800-422-0798.
MPCA Commissioner Announces Leadership Changes
Three veteran executives will join the leadership team at the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.
MPCA Proposes to Delist Three Superfund Cleanup Sites
Comments Sought on Reissuance of Permit for Safety-Kleen Systems' Blaine Service Center
The public comment period runs from Feb. 24 through April 11, 2011.
MPCA Seeks Comments on Water Quality Improvement Report for Bald Eagle Lake
Comments must be received in writing at the MPCA office by March 30, 2011.
Taking Steps Now Can Help Rural Residents and Feedlot Operators Avoid Pollution Problems in a Flood
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is urging rural residents and feedlot operators to prepare now for the possibility of flooding.
MPCA Seeks Comments on Environmental Review of Forsman Farms Expansion
A public comment period for the EAW began February 21 and will run through March 23.
Rapid Snow Melt Poses Challenges for Feedlot Manure Management
Many smaller operations that spread solid manure during winter must ensure that it doesn’t run off in rapid snowmelt flowing to ditches, streams and other waters.
Feedlot Violations Cost Tulenchik $20,000
The violations occurred at Tulenchik’s beef and dairy facilities in Cass County.
Pollution Violations Alleged at Meat-Processing Plant Bring $49,000 Penalty
The alleged violations of water quality and hazardous waste laws and rules were at PM Beef Holdings’ meat-processing plant in Windom.
Air Quality Violations at Alfalfa Processing Plant Bring $50,000 Penalty, $52,000 Tab for Improvement Project
In January 2009, public complaints prompted an inspection that revealed malfunctioning emissions control equipment, resulting in the release of large amounts of dust and particles.
Large Feedlots Receive New, 5-Year Permit; Annual Reports Due March 1
MPCA Enforcement Actions Total More Than $355,000 in Fourth Quarter of 2010; More Than $2.7 Million in all of 2010
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency completed 47 enforcement cases in 34 counties in the fourth quarter of 2010.
MPCA Extends Public Comment Period on Draft 3M Cottage Grove Wastewater Discharge Permit
Public comment now will close on February 18th.
Rural Austin Business is Fined $10,000 for Solid Waste Violations
Bustad Rolloff and Excavation of Austin, a company that provides garbage-collection services, has agreed to pay a $10,000 penalty to the MPCA for alleged violations of solid waste regulations.
MPCA Marshall Office is Moving to New Location
MPCA Solicits Comments on NPDES/SDS General Pesticide Permit
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will accept comments through Feb. 17, 2011.
Feedlot Violations Cost DHS Farms $30,000
The feedlot is located east of Menahga, in northern Wadena County’s Shell River Township.
Comments Sought on Proposed Dairy Expansion in Fillmore County
Comments must be in writing and accepted by 4:30 p.m. on Feb. 9, 2011.
