DEC is considering a language change to the current criterion for dissolved oxygen protection for the intake water used for seafood processing. The marine water-seafood processing criterion is found in 18 AAC 70.020(b)(15)(A)(ii). DEC is also considering updating analytical methods citations to be consistent with EPA’s approved analytical methods for Clean Water Act purposes.

Public Hearing
DEC staff will host a public hearing on regulation changes described above. These changes were discussed in an informational meeting February 17 th. This meeting provides the opportunity for public comment. People wanting to comment can attend the hearing at the following Department of Environmental Conservation Offices:

Anchorage, June 30th from 4-6 p.m. – 555 Cordova St., 1st Floor Conference Room
Juneau, June 30th from 4-6 p.m. - 410 Willoughby St., 2nd Floor Conference Room

Those in outlying areas who wish to participate may do so telephonically by calling 1-800-315-6338 and entering the four digit code followed by the # sign, 2726#. Please call-in by 4:30 p.m. to ensure you’ve had a chance to participate.

For more information, contact William Ashton in the Anchorage Office, 907-269-3066 or william.ashton@alaska.gov

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