NEW MDEQ DATABASE – RECORDED RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS

November 26, 2012
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The Michigan Department of  Environmental Quality (MDEQ) Remediation Division in conjunction with the recommendations from the Collaborative Stakeholders Initiative (CSI) have undertaken a mapping program for plotting all the recorded land use and resource use restrictions. In conjunction with remediation projects, many property owners are recording Restrictive Covenants which set forth limitation on the future use of the property.  Pursuant to MCL 324.20114(c), a copy of the recorded Restrictive Covenant that is part of a post-closure plan or an MDEQ approved remediation must be filed with the MDEQ. Provisions of the Restrictive Covenant may include limitations on future use such as installation of drinking water wells, testing of … [Read more...]

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Interview: Regulatory Change for Michigan’s GSI Criteria

April 23, 2012
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I had the opportunity to interview Gary Klepper, who has a long, prestigious career in all issues associated with environmental contamination and site remediation.  Gary had a 27-year career with the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) and the U.S. Geological Survey..  During the last 12 years that Gary was with the MDEQ, he held the position of District Supervisor for the Remedial Action Program.  Gary left the MDEQ in 2001, but continued his career dealing with environmental issues.  For the last 11 years, he has been a Senior Environmental Scientist, Project Manager, and Office Manager  with Conestoga-Rovers & Associates (CRA).   The following is a transcript of my interview with Gary on … [Read more...]

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Reinventing Michigan’s Cleanup and Redevelopment Programs – Update

March 13, 2012
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The Collaborative Stakeholder Initiative will be presenting its Final Report and Recommendations on Reinventing the State's Cleanup and Redevelopment Program at the Kellogg Center in East Lansing on March 15, 2012.   CSI participants and the MDEQ will be presenting the recommendations. If you are interested in the presentation, you can do the following: • ATTEND IN PERSON. To attend the event at the Kellogg Center in East Lansing, Michigan, you must fill out the online registration form here. • LISTEN REMOTELY VIA THE LIVE WEBINAR. You must register for the GotoMeeting webinar by completing the registration here.   Upon registration, you will be provided a confirmation email and the link to join the webinar. • LISTEN TO A … [Read more...]

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Reinventing Michigan’s Cleanup and Redevelopment Programs

February 27, 2012
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 Governor Snyder has publicly stated his administrative goals are to:  reinvent government  create more and better jobs  restore our cities  enhance our national and international image  protect our environment  solve problems through relentless, positive action In support of the Governor’s goals, the MDEQ has partnered with stakeholders to formulate a plan for improvements in Michigan’s environmental programs.  This effort is referred to as the Collaborative Stakeholders Initiative (“CSI”).  CSI grows out of a series of recommendations prepared by the Office of Regulatory Reinvention and that was submitted to the Governor’s office.     Participants in CSI are taking a closer look at seven key … [Read more...]

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