State of Wisconsin 

DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES 

101 S. Webster Street 

Box 7921 

Madison WI 53707·7921 

July 13,2015 

Ms. Susan Hedman 

Regional Administrator 

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - Region 5 (R-19J) 

77 West Jackson Boulevard 

Chicago, Illinois 60604-3507 

Scott Walker, Governor 

Cathy Stepp, Secretary 

Telephone 608-266-2621 

Toll Free 1-888-936-7463 

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Subject: Wisconsin Infrastructure State Implementation Plan (SIP) for 2012 PM NAAQS 

Dear Ms. Hedman: 

The Wisconsin Department of Nat1rral Resources (WDNR) hereby submits an infrastructure STI' for the 20 I 2 

Particulate Matter (PM) National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) in accordance with the requirements 

contained in Sections liO(a)( l) and I IO(a)(2) of the Clean Air Act (CAA). This submittal describes the state's 

ability to implement, maintain, and enforce the updated NAAQS. 

The WDNR has the legal authority under Wisconsin law to adopt and implement the requested SIP revisions. Section 

285.11 (6), Wis. Slats., authorizes the WDNR to develop and revise a SIP for prevention, abatement, and control of air 

pollution. The WDNR conducted a public hearing in Madison on June 17,2015 regarding this SIP revision 

submittal. A copy of the public comment and hearing notice is included as an attachment. No comments were 

received during the WDNR's public comment period. 

In accordance with EPA's final rule on CAA Section 110 submission requirements effective March 16, 2015 [80 FR 

7336], this SIP is being submitted using EPA's electronic SIP (eSIP) submission system. If you have any questions 

regarding this submittal, please contact Yu-Lien Chu of my staff at (608) 266-2711 or yulien.chu@wisconsin.gov. 

Sincerely, 

Bmt Sponseller 

Deputy Division Administrator 

Air, Waste and Remediation & Redevelopment Division 

cc: Patrick Stevens- AD/8 

Mike Szabo- LC/8 

David Bizot- AM/7 

Doug Aburano -·U.S. EPA Region V (AR-18J) 

Gilberta Alvarez·- U.S. EPA Region V (AR-18J) 

Eric Svingen-U.S. EPA Region V (AR-18J) 

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Enclosures: Wisconsin's PM Infrastructure SIP 

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SIP Revision Certification 

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Wisconsin’s Proposed Infrastructure State Implementation Plan (SIP)

for the 2012 Particulate Matter NAAQS

July 13, 2015

Introduction

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) is confirming that the State of

Wisconsin retains the authorities necessary to evaluate ambient air quality, develop plans to attain and

maintain new and existing air quality standards, meet the requirements of the new source review (NSR)

program, and effectively enforce all applicable requirements. Specifically, the current Wisconsin State 

Implementation Plan (SIP) contains the resources and authority to implement and satisfactorily complete 

the requirements set forth in Section 110 of the federal Clean Air Act (CAA) commonly referred to as the 

“Infrastructure SIP” for the 2012 Particulate Matter (PM) National Ambient Air Quality Standard 

(NAAQS). This document describes Wisconsin’s Infrastructure SIP for particulate matter.

The SIP elements addressed in this document are required under CAA Sections 110(a)(1) and (2) and in 

accordance with EPA’s guidance on Infrastructure SIP elements, issued on September 13, 2013. Section 

110(a)(1) provides the procedural and timing requirements for SIPs. Section 110(a)(2) specifies the basic 

elements and sub-elements that all SIPs must contain. An opportunity for public comment and hearing 

was provided for this certification of SIP authority, in accordance with 40 CFR Part 51, appendix 

V2.1(g), and 40 CFR 51.102.

Required SIP Elements under CAA Section 110(a)(2)

The SIP elements indented below are excerpted from the EPA guidance on Infrastructure SIPs. The

WDNR response follows each requirement.

1. Section 110(a)(2)(A): Emission limits and other control measures

“Each such plan shall [...] include enforceable emission limitations and other control measures, 

means, or techniques (including economic incentives such as fees, marketable permits, and auctions 

of emissions rights), as well as schedules and timetables for compliance, as may be necessary or 

appropriate to meet the applicable requirements of this chapter.”

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) has authority under Chapters 227 and 285, 

Wis. Stats. to create new rules and implement existing emission limits and controls to meet the 

requirements on Section 110(a)(2)(A). The authority for WDNR to develop rules and regulations is 

found in ss. 227.11(2)(a), 285.11(1), and 285.21(1)(a), Wis. Stats. Section 227.11(2)(a), Wis. Stats.,

expressly confers rule making authority to an agency. Section 285.11(1) and (6), Wis. Stats., requires 

WDNR promulgate rules and establish control strategies in order to prepare and implement the SIP 

for the prevention, abatement and control of air pollution in the state. Section 285.21(1)(a), Wis. 

Stats., requires that the WDNR promulgate by rule ambient air quality standard that are similar to, but 

not more restrictive than the NAAQS.

The following current Wisconsin administrative code contains existing emission limits and control 

requirements that apply to particulate emissions:
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Chapter NR 415, Wis. Adm. Code – Control of Particulate Emissions

Chapter NR 431, Wis. Adm. Code – Control of Visible Emissions

2. Section 110(a)(2)(B): Ambient air quality monitoring/data system

“Each such plan shall [...] provide for establishment and operation of appropriate devices, methods, 

systems, and procedures necessary to 

(i) monitor, compile, and analyze data on ambient air quality, and

(ii) upon request, make such data available to the Administrator.”

The WDNR continues to operate an extensive air monitoring network. The data is used after data 

certification is complete to determine compliance with the NAAQS. 

Wisconsin's most recently adopted annual network plan for 2015 was approved by the United States 

Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) on October 31, 2014. All monitored data is submitted 

to the U.S. EPA’s Air Quality System (AQS) in a timely manner in accordance with 40 CFR 58.15. 

The WDNR continues to provide the U.S. EPA regional office notice of any planned changes to 

monitoring sites or to the network plan. In addition, the WDNR actively participated in the 

development of a five-year regional network assessment for U.S. EPA Region 5 States dated July 1, 

2010 and is participating in a similar process for 2015. Authority for monitoring efforts exists under 

general air pollution duties in s. 285.11, Wis. Stats. Funding for Wisconsin’s air monitoring network 

comes from a variety of sources, including from the U.S. EPA under its Section 103 and 105 grant 

programs supporting federal monitoring requirements specified in 40 CFR 58.10.

3. Section 110(a)(2)(C): Programs for enforcement, PSD, and NSR

“Each such plan shall [...] include a program to provide for the enforcement of the measures 

described in subparagraph (A), and regulation of the modification and construction of any stationary 

source within the areas covered by the plan as necessary to assure that national ambient air quality

standards are achieved, including a permit program as required in parts C and D of this 

subchapter.”

The WDNR Air Management and Environmental Enforcement Programs work together to ensure

compliance with Air Management Program SIP provisions, administrative code, and permit 

requirements. Authority to enforce violations and to assess penalties is contained in ss. 285.83 and 

285.87, Wis. Stats. The WDNR follows a stepped enforcement process to address violations. The 

enforcement response ranges from issuance of a Letter of Inquiry (the state counterpart of a U.S. EPA 

114 request) where additional information is needed to confirm or assess the significance of a 

violation, up through referral to the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) for civil or criminal 

enforcement as appropriate. 

The Environmental Performance Partnership Agreement (EnPPA) between the Wisconsin Air 

Management Program and U.S. EPA Region 5 addresses implementation of the U.S. EPA’s High 

Priority Violation (HPV) policy. The process for prosecution of violations is also addressed in an Air 

Management Program Compliance and Enforcement Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) 

between U.S. EPA Region 5 and the WDNR Air Management Program. Consistent with the 

provisions of this MOU, the two agencies conduct monthly compliance and enforcement conference 

calls to discuss program issues and specific cases. 

The WDNR regulates modification and construction of stationary sources through its U.S. EPA 

approved nonattainment New Source Review (NSR), Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD), 
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and Title V permits programs under s. 285.11, s. 285.13, s. 285.17, s. 285.19, and ss. 285.60 through 

285.69, Wis. Stats. The WDNR collects revenue dedicated to the implementation of these permit 

programs through collection of applicable fees as allowed under s. 285.69, Wis. Stats.

On October 16, 2014, EPA approved a SIP revision from Wisconsin that identifies precursors for 

PM2.5, include the significant emissions rates for PM2.5 and PM10 under Wisconsin’s PSD program 

(ch. NR 405, Wis. Adm. Code), and revises the definitions of PM2.5 and PM10 to include the 

condensible emissions.

4. Section 110(a)(2)(D)(i): Interstate transport provisions

“Each such plan shall [...] contain adequate provisions:

(i) prohibiting, consistent with the provisions of this subchapter, any source or other type of 

emissions activity within the state from emitting any air pollutant in amounts which will-

(I) contribute significantly to nonattainment in, or

(II) interfere with maintenance by, any other state with respect to any such national primary or 

secondary ambient air quality standard, or interfere with measures required to be included in the 

applicable implementation plan for any other state under part C of this subchapter to prevent 

significant deterioration of air quality to protect visibility.”

The WDNR has adopted and implemented all federal programs required to date in addressing 

transport of NOX and SO2 impacting PM2.5, ozone, and visibility in other states. These programs 

include the Clean Air Interstate (CAIR) rule and all Haze Rule requirements applicable through the 

2018 planning period.

In fulfilling CAIR program requirements, Wisconsin adopted ch. NR 432, Wis. Adm. Code, in 2007 

for the annual distribution of NOX allowances. The SO2 CAIR program is implemented through the 

federal implementation program (FIP). EPA is implementing the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule 

(CSAPR) to replace CAIR requirements beginning January 1, 2015. The CSAPR is fully 

implemented through a FIP and Wisconsin does not have to take any additional actions regarding this 

rule. It should be noted that several aspects of the CSAPR are being litigated in the D.C. Circuit 

Court. Oral arguments were heard February 25, 2015 with final rulings expected during the summer 

of 2015. If litigants are successful and the CSAPR is delayed or suspended in some fashion, EPA 

would have to replenish the CAIR allowances in order for Wisconsin’s CAIR program to remain 

effective. 

In August 2012, the U.S. EPA approved Wisconsin’s Regional Haze SIP applicable for the 2018 

planning period. This Haze SIP satisfied Reasonable Progress Goals required under Subpart P of 40 

CFR Part 51 and Best Available Retrofit Technology (BART) required under Appendix Y of 40 CFR 

Part 51. 

Wisconsin will continue to work in addressing the transport of pollutants which impede compliance 

with new and revised National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and will continue Haze 

work and planning for the 2028 period and beyond. To do this, Wisconsin has entered into 

agreements and working relationships with the surrounding States of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, 

Ohio and Minnesota through the Lake Michigan Air Directors Consortium (LADCO) to perform air 

quality assessments and develop control strategies for regional pollutants, such as NOX and SO2

(PM2.5 precursors). Together continued implementation of federal regulations and cooperative work 

with other states will address Wisconsin’s Transport and Haze obligations.
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If needed, ss. 285.11, 285.13 and 285.15, Wis. Stats., address circumstances where interstate transport 

reduction agreements between states are needed to resolve SIP development of cross-boundary 

nonattainment areas. As detailed in the section addressing Section 110(a)(2)(C), Wisconsin has 

adequate PSD and NSR regulations; these regulations satisfy all applicable elements of Section 

110(a)(2)(D)(i), as well as those of Section 110(a)(2)(C).

5. Section 110(a)(2)(D)(ii): Interstate and International transport provisions

“Each such plan shall [...] contain adequate provisions insuring compliance with the applicable 

requirements of sections 126 and 115 (relating to interstate and international pollution abatement).”

Wisconsin’s Air Management Program contains adequate provisions to insure compliance with 

Section 126 of the CAA relating to interstate pollution abatement. Neighboring states and tribes are 

notified regarding new or modified sources. Additionally, Section 115 of the CAA relates to 

international pollution abatement. Wisconsin has no pending obligations under Section 115.

6. Section 110(a)(2)(E): Adequate personnel, funding, and authority

“Each such plan shall [...] provide:

(i) necessary assurances that the State (or, except where the Administrator deems inappropriate, the 

general purpose local government or governments, or a regional agency designated by the State or 

general purpose local governments for such purpose) will have adequate personnel, funding, and 

authority under state (and, as appropriate, local) law to carry out such implementation plan (and is 

not prohibited by any provision of Federal or State law from carrying out such implementation plan 

or portion thereof),

(ii) requirements that the state comply with the requirements respecting State boards under section 

128,

(iii) necessary assurances that, where the State has relied on a local or regional government agency, 

or instrumentality for the implementation of any plan provision, the State has responsibility for 

ensuring adequate implementation of such plan provision.”

Funding and personnel for the WDNR is through the state’s biennial budget process. The WDNR Air 

Management Program has several funding sources, including program revenue (fees paid by

businesses), tax revenue, and grants (federal and state). There are separate accounts affiliated with 

the different funding sources to ensure the funding and related personnel are used for the intended 

purpose. The primary federal grant the Air Management Program receives is the Section 105 Air 

Pollution Control Grant. It is an annual grant that includes extensive review by the U.S. EPA. In 

addition, the WDNR and the U.S. EPA negotiate priorities and grant commitments under the EnPPA, 

which is a two year agreement itemizing performance measures and outcomes across the various 

funding sources and grants. Wisconsin's basic Air Management Program duties and authorities are 

ensured under s. 285.11, Wis. Stats.

As specified in the section addressing Section 110(a)(2)(C), the WDNR also retains both the legal 

authority and adequate personnel and program funding to permit GHG emitting sources at the 

appropriate federal tailoring threshold.

There are three requirements under Section 128 of the CAA:
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a. Any board or body which approves permits or enforcement orders under this chapter shall have at 

least a majority of members who represent the public interest;

b. Do not derive any significant portion of their income from persons subject to permits and 

enforcement orders under this chapter; and

c. Any potential conflicts of interest by members of such board or body or the head of an executive 

agency with similar powers be adequately disclosed.

WDNR believes existing Wisconsin state statutes address the CAA Section 128 requirements. 

Section 15.05, Wis. Stats., vests the administrative powers and duties of the WDNR in the secretary, 

including issuance of air permits or enforcement orders. The Wisconsin’s Natural Resource Board 

(NRB) functions are purely regulatory, advisory, and policy-making. The NRB never approves, and 

cannot approve, enforcement orders or permits under the statutes that govern its operations. Section 

19.45(2), Wis. Stats, prevents financial gain of a public official which addresses the issue of obtaining 

a significant portion of income from persons subject to permits and enforcement orders. In addition, 

Section 19.46, Wis. Stats, prevents a public official from taking actions where there is a conflict of 

interest. The Secretary of the WDNR is a public official subject to these ethical obligations under ch. 

19, Wis. Stats. 

As requested by EPA, WDNR is preparing a separate SIP revision to EPA to address the concern of 

whether the state boards in Wisconsin meet the requirements of Section 128 of the CAA for several 

infrastructure SIPs submitted previously for the earlier versions of this and other NAAQS. WDNR 

expects to submit this SIP revision to EPA in June 2015.

7. Section 110(a)(2)(F): Stationary source monitoring and reporting

“each such plan shall [...] require, as may be prescribed by the Administrator:

(i) the installation, maintenance, and replacement of equipment, and the implementation of other 

necessary steps, by owners or operators of stationary sources to monitor emissions from such 

sources,

(ii) periodic reports on the nature and amounts of emissions and emissions-related data from such 

source

(iii) correlation of such reports by the state agency with any emission limitations or standards 

established pursuant to this chapter, which reports shall be available at reasonable times for public 

inspection.”

The WDNR requires regulated sources to monitor, keep records, and submit reports dependent on 

applicable requirements and the type of permit issued. Frequency and requirements for review are 

incorporated as part of chs. NR 438 and 439, Wis. Adm. Code. Emission reports are submitted to 

meet requirements in our emission statement SIP. Wisconsin has a web-based monitoring, reporting, 

permits and compliance database called the Wisconsin Air Resource Program (WARP) that 

substantially strengthens the integrity of each of its component units. Basic authority for this effort is 

provided in s. 285.65, Wis. Stats. Public inspection of reports is available under Wisconsin’s open 

records law contained in s. 19.35, Wis. Stats.

8. Section 110(a)(2)(G): Emergency episodes:

“Each such plan shall provide for authority comparable to that in section 303 of this Title and 

adequate contingency plans to implement such authority,”
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Wisconsin Statute s. 285.85 requires the WDNR to act upon a finding that episode or emergency 

conditions exist. This language authorizes the WDNR to seek immediate injunctive relief in 

circumstances of substantial danger to the environment or to public health. The monitored PM2.5 

concentrations in Wisconsin has not yet exceeded EPA’s current functional emergency episode 

threshold metric of 140.4 μg/m3over a 24-hr period since the first federal method monitors started 

functioning in Wisconsin. Therefore, no specific emergency episode plans are necessary at this time, 

according to EPA’s SIP guidance on the 2006 PM2.5 NAAQS dated September 25, 2009.

9. Section 110(a)(2)(H): Future SIP revisions

“Each such plan shall [...] provide for revisions of such plan-

(i) from time to time as may be necessary to take account of revisions of such national primary or 

secondary ambient air quality standard or the availability of improved or expeditious methods of 

attaining such standard, and

(ii) except as provided in paragraph (3)(C), whenever the Administrator finds on the basis of 

information available to the Administrator that the plan is substantially inadequate to attain the 

national ambient air quality standard which it implements or to otherwise comply with any additional 

requirements established under this chapter (CAA).”

Wisconsin Statute s. 285.11(6) provides the WDNR the authority to develop a plan for the prevention, 

abatement and control of air pollution that includes all rules, limits, and regulations necessary to meet 

NAAQS as they evolve and to respond to any U.S. EPA findings of inadequacy with the overall 

Wisconsin SIP and Air Management Programs.

10. Section 110(a)(2)(J): Consultation with government officials, public notification, PSD and 

visibility protection

“Each such plan shall [...] meet the applicable requirements of section 121 of this Title (relating to 

consultation), section 127 of this Title (relating to public notification), and part C of this subchapter 

(relating to prevention of significant deterioration of air quality and visibility protection).” 

The WDNR follows an administrative process for public input and legislative review on non-rule SIP 

revisions for air quality control programs or measures. In addition, the WDNR follows an 

administrative process for public input, adoption by the Wisconsin NRB, and legislative review on 

rule SIP revisions for air quality control programs or measures. These processes ensure that 

potentially impacted public entities are identified and allowed to become engaged in the SIP 

development process. The WDNR Air Management Program has effectively used formal stakeholder 

structures in the development and refinement of all major SIP revisions. The WDNR is given the 

authority in s. 285.13(5), Wis. Stats., to "advise, consult, contract and cooperate with other agencies 

of the state, local governments, industries, other states, interstate or inter-local agencies, and the 

federal government, and with interested persons or groups" during the entire SIP revision process and 

for other elements related to air management for which the WDNR is the officially-charged agency.

The WDNR maintains an active and fully-approved monitoring network for criteria pollutants . As 

provided for under s. 285.11, Wis. Stats., public notice (such as “air quality advisory” or “air quality 

special notice”) is provided at levels associated with the monitored value. The State of Wisconsin 

actively participates in development of regional air quality forecasts and the U.S. EPA's AIRNow air 

quality data outreach program. The WDNR maintains an active multi-media outreach effort through 

a variety of partners to ensure adequate public notice of air quality and to advise the public of actions 
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to reduce immediate exposure and improve air quality. Public notification is provided through the 

Department’s website and through a contracted e-mail subscription service known as “GovDelivery”.

The WDNR’s satisfaction of the PSD and visibility requirements of this section have been previously 

addressed in the section addressing 110(a)(2)(C) and 110(a)(2)(D) requirements. Insofar as those 

provisions satisfy the applicable requirements of those sections, the WDNR intends the same 

provisions to satisfy the applicable requirements of Section 110(a)(2)(J).

11. Section 110 (a)(2)(K): Air quality modeling/data

“Each such plan shall [...] provide for-

(i) the performance of such air quality modeling as the administrator may prescribe for the purpose 

of predicting the effect on ambient air quality of any emissions of any pollutant for which the 

Administrator has established a national ambient air quality standard, and

(ii) the submission upon request, of data related to such air quality modeling to the Administrator.” 

The WDNR has the authority and capability to perform source-oriented dispersion modeling of all 

criteria pollutants – including PM10 and PM2.5 – using models such as AERMOD. The WDNR works 

with LADCO and the U.S. EPA to perform regional modeling of PM2.5 precursors – including NO2

and SO2 – from consistent emissions inventory and meteorology platforms. This regional modeling 

supports SIP development for Wisconsin, nearby nonattainment areas, addresses interstate pollutant 

transport quantification, and supports visibility impact assessments. The WDNR requires sourcespecific modeling for PSD-NSR assessment and permitting for the construction of major sources. 

These authorities reside under ss. 285.11, 285.13 and 285.60 - 285.69, Wis. Stats.

12. Section 110(a)(2)(L): permitting fees

“Each such plan shall require the owner or operator of each major stationary source to pay to the 

permitting authority, as a condition of any permit required under this chapter, a fee sufficient to 

cover-

(i) the reasonable costs of reviewing and acting upon any application for such a permit, and

(ii) if the owner or operator receives a permit for such source, the reasonable costs of implementing 

and enforcing the terms and conditions of any such permit (not including any court costs or other 

costs associated with any enforcement action), until such fee requirement is superseded with respect 

to such sources by the Administrator’s approval of a fee program under subchapter Title V of this 

chapter.” 

Major stationary sources receive permits under Wisconsin’s Title V and NSR programs. The Title V

program is funded by emission fees paid by sources and the level of funding is included in the State’s 

biennial budget process. The NSR program is funded by application and review fees that vary based 

on the type and complexity of the permit. The NSR program fees were revised and effective on 

January 1, 2011. The annual emission fee for Title V sources was revised and effective on July 1, 

2013. Authority is established under s. 285.69, Wis. Stats.

13. Section 110(a)(2)(M): Consultation/participation by affected local entities

“Each such plan shall [...] provide for consultation and participation by local political subdivisions 

affected by the plan.”
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Consultative authorities and responsibilities are noted in response to Section 110(a)(2)(J) 

requirements above regarding intergovernmental consultation. In addition, the WDNR follows 

formal public hearing processes in developing and adopting all formal SIP revisions that entail new or 

revised air pollution control programs or strategies. The WDNR actively engages potentially 

impacted stakeholders and other interested parties including local governmental entities. The WDNR 

is required to adopt all formal emission control programs and strategies as rules following the state's 

formal regulatory processes of notice prior to adoption of rules. For any SIP revision not related to a 

single source, the WDNR is required to provide the standing committees of the Wisconsin State 

Legislature with jurisdiction over environmental matters, a 60-day review period, which effectively 

ensures local entities have been engaged in the program development process. The WDNR is 

obligated to respond to inquiries by the committee chairs within 15 days under s. 285.14, Wis. Stats.
BEFORE THE 

DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES 

Notice of Public Hearing 

Wisconsin's Infrastructure State Implementation Plan (SIP) for 

the 2012 Particulate Matter NAAQS. 

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to ss. 285.11(5) and (6) and 285.23(2) and (4), Wis. Stats., 

and ch. NR 401, Wis. Adm. Code, the Wisconsin Depmtment of Natural Resources (WDNR) will hold a 

public hearing on its proposed infrastructure state implementation plan (SIP) for the 2012 Pmticulate 

Matter (PM) National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS). 

Date and Time 

June 17,2015 

1:30 PM 

Location 

State Natural Resources Building (GEF II) 

Room 713 

101 South Webster Street 

Madison, Wisconsin 53703 

Reasonable accommodations or informational material in an altemative format will be provided for 

qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To do so, make a request to Ms. Yu-Lien Chu using 

the contact information provided below. A request must include specific infonnation and be received at 

least 10 days before the date of the scheduled hearing. 

Availability of the Proposed SIP Documents 

Background information and proposed documents related to the infrastructure SIP can be downloaded at 

http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/AirOuality/Input.html or hard copies, free of charge, by contacting Ms. Yu-Lien 

Chu as indicated below. 

Background 

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) revised the NAAQS for Pmticulate Matter 2.5 in 2012, 

effective on March 18, 2013 [78 FR 3086]. Pursuant to Section 110(a) of the Clean Air Act (CAA), states 

are required to submit a SIP to confirm that states retain the necessary authorities and resources to 

implement, maintain, and enforce a revised NAAQS (i.e., an infrastructure SIP). As such, the WDNR has 

developed a draft infrastructure SIP for the 2012 PM NAAQS. 

Action Subject to Comment 

The Department is soliciting comment on all elements regarding to the draft infrastructure SIP for the 

revised 2012 PM NAAQS. 

Agency Contact and Submitting Comment 

Comments on the proposed infrastructure SIP submittal should be received on or before June 19,2015. 

Written comments may be submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or email and will have the same weight and effect 

as oral statements presented at the public hearing. 

Questions or requests related to the hearing and written comments or questions on the proposed SIP 

should be submitted to: 

Ms. Yu-Lien Chu 

Department of Natural Resources 

Bureau of Air Management (AM/7) 

101 S. Webster Street, P.O. Box 7921, Madison WI 53703-7921 

Phone: (608) 266-2711 

Fax: (608) 266-0560 

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held in accordance with the public notice (copy attached), as required by 40 CFR s. 

51.1 02(d); and that Mr. Mike Friedlander of the Wisconsin Depmtment of Natural 

Resources was the presiding officer at the hearing. 

Subject: 

Wisconsin's Infrastructure State Implementation Plan (SIP) for the 2012 Pmticulate 

Matter NAAQS. 

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eSIP ADMINISTRATIVE EVIDENCE COMPLETENESS

CHECKLIST

 1. Submittal letter from Governor or designee requesting approval of the plan or revision.

 2. Evidence of adoption.

Date adopted 6/20/2015

Date effective 6/20/2015

 3. Evidence of legal authority to adopt and implement revision.

 3(a). Copy of final adopted plan and/or rule.

 3(b). Indication of changes to existing plan and/or rule if applicable.

 4. Evidence that state followed procedural requirements for adoption/issuance of plan.

 4(a). Evidence of public notice.

Date Public Notice Provided 5/14/2015

5. Was a public hearing requested and/or held? Yes
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5(a). Date of first public hearing. 6/17/2015

Date of second public hearing

Date of third public hearing

 5(b). Evidence that public hearing was held.

6. Were public comments received? No

 6(a). Compilation of public comments and state responses or declaration that no comments were received.

eSIP ADMINISTRATIVE EVIDENCE – SUPPORTING

DOCUMENTATION

Attachment File Description

iSIP_2012 PM_EPA Letter_signed.pdf Transmittal letter

iSIP_2012 PM_final.pdf Background

iSIP_2012 PM_SIP certification_signed.pdf SIP Cert

iSIP_2012 PM_hearing notice_signed.pdf Public Hearing Notice

Newspaper Tear Sheet.pdf Class 1 Public Hearing Notice

Additional Information regarding this submittal:

Please enter any additional information regarding this

submittal.

3(a) and 3(b) do not apply in this transmittal

eSIP TECHNICAL SUPPORT DOCUMENT INFORMATION – AS

APPLICABLE

Are there Technical Support Documents included in this

submittal?

No

The Technical Support Document should contain the following (if applicable):

 List of Pollutants affected by plan

 Location of sources affected by plan

 Quantification of allowable emissions

 Demonstrate change meets NAAQS, PSD, RFP and/or visibility requirements

 Modeling information supporting the revision

 Evidence reductions are based on continuous emissions reduction technology

 Emission limits, work practices, record keeping, etc.

 Compliance with enforcement strategies

 Special economic and technological justifications per applicable EPA policies

 Other
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Please describe all other Technical Support

Documents

eSIP TECHNICAL SUPPORT – ADDITIONAL

DOCUMENTATION

Attachment File Description

This SIP submission includes additional documentation

(e.g., large modeling files) that is not submitted through

this electronic system?

No

This information will be provided to EPA via: