Friday, June 24, 2011

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Vertis Inc applies for change in Air State Facility Permit

Applicant:
Vertis Inc
250 West Pratt St 18th Fl
Baltimore, MD 21201
Facility:
Vertis Inc
1 Tomsons Rd
Saugerties, NY 12477
Application ID:
3-5148-00070/00013
Permit(s) Applied for:
Article 19 Air State Facility
Project is Located:
Saugerties, Ulster County

Project Description:
The New York Division of Vertis Inc. produces advertising inserts and other printed materials for commercial use. The facility operates five heatset and two coldest web offset lithographic printing presses. Supporting operations include pre-press, a scrap paper recovery and baling system, a labeling operation, and a bindery.

VOC (volatile organic compound) emissions from the heatset presses are controlled by natural gas fired catalytic oxidizers. Particulate emissions from the scrap paper recovery system are controlled by two cyclones and a bag filter unit.

Presently, the facility is designated as a major source of air pollution. The Air State Facility Permit will limit VOC emissions from the facility to 40.89 tons per year, in order to stay below the major source threshold of 50 tons per year. Thus, the facility will no longer be subject to the requirements of Title V of the Federal Clean Air Act. The facility will track usage of VOC containing materials to demonstrate compliance with the VOC limit.

Persons wishing to inspect the subject files, including the application with all relevant supporting materials, the Draft Permit, and all other materials available to the DEC (the "permitting authority") that are relevant to this permitting decision should contact the DEC representative listed below. The Draft Permit and Permit Review Report may be viewed and printed from the Department web site at: http://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/32249.html.

DEC will evaluate the application and comments received on it to determine whether to hold a public hearing. Comments and requests for a legislative public hearing should be in writing and addressed to the Department representative listed below. A copy of the Department's permit hearing procedures is available upon request or on the Department web site at: http://www.dec.ny.gov/permits/6234.html.
Availability of Application Documents:
Filed application documents, and Department draft permits where applicable, are available for inspection during normal business hours at the address of the contact person. To ensure timely service at the time of inspection, it is recommended that an appointment be made with the contact person.
State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) Determination:
Project is an Unlisted Action and will not have a significant impact on the environment. A Negative Declaration is on file. A coordinated review was not performed.
SEQR Lead Agency: None Designated
State Historic Preservation Act (SHPA) Determination:
The proposed activity is not subject to review in accordance with SHPA. The permit type is exempt or the activity is being reviewed in accordance with federal historic preservation regulations.
Coastal Management:
This project is not located in a Coastal Management area and is not subject to the Waterfront Revitalization and Coastal Resources Act.
Opportunity for Public Comment:
Comments on this project must be submitted in writing to the Contact Person no later than Jun 17, 2011.
Contact:
Kenneth R Grzyb
NYSDEC Region 3 Headquarters
21 South Putt Corners Rd
New Paltz, NY 12561
(845)256-3054
r3dep@gw.dec.state.ny.us

Tuesday, March 1, 2011

March Issue of Environment DEC

Hello!

The NYS Department of Environmental Conservation's public newsletter for March 2011 is now available online. You can access the main table of contents at DEC's website: http://www.dec.ny.gov/environmentdec/newsletter.html

Snow and Ice Hazards for Recreationists in the Adirondacks http://www.dec.ny.gov/environmentdec/72423.html - Unstable snow and unsafe ice in the Adirondacks can make winter recreation deadly for those who are unprepared.

NYS Rechargeable Battery Recycling Law
http://www.dec.ny.gov/environmentdec/72469.html - The law requires manufacturers of covered rechargeable batteries to collect and recycle the batteries statewide in a manufacturer-funded program at no cost to consumers.

U.N. General Assembly Declares 2011 "International Year of Forests"
http://www.dec.ny.gov/environmentdec/72561.html - DEC was invited to send a delegate to the ninth session of the U.N. Forum on Forests, where ways to sustainably manage the world's forest resources were discussed.

Trout Season Opens April 1
http://www.dec.ny.gov/environmentdec/72515.html - New York State offers world-class fishing for a wide variety of species on more than 7,500 lakes and ponds, 50,000 miles of rivers and streams and hundreds of miles of coastline.

Comments Invited on New SEQR Forms
http://www.dec.ny.gov/environmentdec/72518.html - Comments and supporting documents will be accepted on new State Environmental Quality Review forms until the close of business on April 8, 2011.

Bald Eagles a Welcome Sight at Onondaga Lake http://www.dec.ny.gov/environmentdec/72481.html - In another promising sign of the lake's comeback, an increasing number of American bald eagles return year after year, much to the delight of bird watchers and nature lovers.

Brain Worm in NYS Moose
http://www.dec.ny.gov/environmentdec/72478.html - Brain worm causes moose and other susceptible animals to behave abnormally, compromises their health and eventually kills them.

Meetings on "State of Lake Ontario" Scheduled http://www.dec.ny.gov/environmentdec/72498.html - These meetings, to be held in Oswego, Niagara and Monroe counties, will provide an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in the lake to talk to the scientists who study its fisheries.

Transfer of Lifetime Sporting Licenses Now Possible http://www.dec.ny.gov/environmentdec/72467.html - A new state law that became effective on January 15, 2011 allows for the one-time transfer of lifetime hunting, fishing and trapping licenses under certain circumstances.

Exams for Wildlife Rehabilitator and Falconry Apprentice http://www.dec.ny.gov/environmentdec/72528.html - The deadline to apply for either exam is April 1, and both exams are scheduled for April 22.

Applications for Pheasant Release Program Due March 15, 2011 http://www.dec.ny.gov/environmentdec/72422.html - This program enhances pheasant hunting opportunities through a partnership with DEC, sportsmen and sportswomen, 4-H youth and landowners who are interested in rearing and releasing pheasants.

Miscellaneous News
http://www.dec.ny.gov/environmentdec/72545.html - Even though there's still ice and snow around, it's not too early to make a reservation at a DEC environmental education camp or campground. Also, applications are now being accepted for the eighth annual NYS Environmental Excellence Awards program and registration is open for the June Becoming and Outdoors-Woman workshops.
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Thursday, February 24, 2011

A G Properties of Kingston LLC applies for DEC permit

Ulster County

Applicant:
A G Properties of Kingston LLC
300 Enterprise Dr
Kingston, NY 12401
Facility:
Tech City
300 Enterprise Dr
Kingston, NY 12401
Application ID:
3-5154-00153/00006
Permit(s) Applied for:
Article 19 Air State Facility
Project is Located:
Ulster, Ulster County

Project Description:
The Department has made a tentative decision to approve an application to surrender the permit and to approve emission reduction credits (ERCs) for the past reductions which were the result of the shutdown of multiple boilers and replacement with smaller units at Tech City. The applicant has requested and the Department has approved 17.0 tons of oxides of nitrogen (NOx) and 0.1 tons of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The application and supporting documentation are available for review at the NYSDEC Region 3 office.
Availability of Application Documents:
Filed application documents, and Department draft permits where applicable, are available for inspection during normal business hours at the address of the contact person. To ensure timely service at the time of inspection, it is recommended that an appointment be made with the contact person.
State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) Determination:
Project is an Unlisted Action and will not have a significant impact on the environment. A Negative Declaration is on file. A coordinated review was not performed.
SEQR Lead Agency: None Designated
State Historic Preservation Act (SHPA) Determination:
The proposed activity is not subject to review in accordance with SHPA. The permit type is exempt or the activity is being reviewed in accordance with federal historic preservation regulations.
Coastal Management:
This project is not located in a Coastal Management area and is not subject to the Waterfront Revitalization and Coastal Resources Act.
Opportunity for Public Comment:
Comments on this project must be submitted in writing to the Contact Person no later than Mar 25, 2011.
Contact:
Kenneth R Grzyb
NYSDEC Region 3 Headquarters
21 South Putt Corners Rd
New Paltz, NY 12561
(845)256-3054
r3dep@gw.dec.state.ny.us