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In 1969, Congress enacted NEPA in response to public concern about the deteriorating quality of the "human" environment and the inadequate consideration of environmental impacts of major federal projects. The human environment encompasses the following areas: physical (geology, soils, air, water), biological (plants, animals), social (communities, economics), and cultural (archaeological and historic resources). The intent of NEPA is to ensure safe, healthful, productive, and esthetically and culturally pleasing surroundings. NEPA helps federal agencies incorporate these values into their programs by requiring them to give equal consideration to environmental factors, in addition to financial and technical factors, in their planning and decision-making processes.
NEPA establishes a national policy for the protection and maintenance of the environment by providing a process which all federal agencies must follow. The Act called for the creation of the President's Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ). CEQ in turn created regulations for implementing NEPA. Because NEPA is a procedural law, CEQ requires each federal agency, including FEMA, to write their own NEPA compliance regulations to fit their particular programs.
FEMA's Regulations at 44 CFR Part 10, the Department of Homeland Security's Managment Directive 5100.1, and the Council on Environmental Quality Regulations at 40 CFR Part 1500-1508 implement the NEPA requirements for FEMA.
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NEPA directs federal agencies to thoroughly assess the environmental consequences of "major federal actions significantly affecting the environment."
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Noise: Harmful sounds from guns, explosives, rockets, heavy weapons, jets and aircraft, and machinery that can cause or contribute to hearing loss and tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
You may also be at risk of illnesses caused by contact with hazards found in certain projects and locations, such as:
Projects 112 or Shipboard Hazard and Defense (SHAD): Military tests of chemical and biological warfare materials that took place in the 1960s to early 1970s
The Atsugi Waste Incinerator: Combustion waste disposal that burned industrial and medical waste
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New Wastewater Program Newsletter: The North Coast Water Board has created a new newsletter for wastewater permittees to keep them informed about upcoming events, important deadlines, infrastructure funding news and opportunities, items of general interest, and much more. The inaugural edition of the newsletter includes an introduction and link to the new toolkit developed by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to highlight the most relevant CISA and EPA resources to protect against, and reduce impacts from, threats posed by malicious cyber actors looking to attack water and wastewater system. Sign up for the Waste Discharge Permitting Program newsletter by updating your subscriptions on your Subscriber Preferences Page. 
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Under CEQA, the lead public entity—which is either carrying out the project, or in the case of a private project, has responsibility for overseeing or approving the project—must first conduct a preliminary analysis to determine whether a project may have significant environmental impacts. If the lead entity finds that a project may create possible significant impacts, then it is required to produce and certify an Environmental Impact Report (EIR). An EIR provides detailed information about a project’s likely effect on the environment, considers ways to mitigate significant adverse environmental effects, and examines alternatives to the project. If an EIR finds that a project will have significant adverse environmental impacts, a public entity is prohibited from approving the project unless one of the following two conditions is met: (1) the project sponsor makes modifications that substantially lessen the adverse environmental effects or (2) the public entity finds that economic or other project benefits outweigh the adverse environmental effects.
CEQA Enforced Through Litigation. Public entities are responsible for their own compliance with CEQA requirements. However, members of the general public—such as individuals, other public entities, and private or nonprofit organizations—have the authority to enforce CEQA through civil litigation. For example, a CEQA lawsuit may allege that an EIR is deficient because it did not provide for adequate measures to mitigate the negative environmental effects of the project or consider appropriate alternatives to the project that would reduce its environmental harm.
CEQA Can Delay Projects or Reduce Project Activity. The CEQA process can provide valuable information to decision-makers and help to avoid unnecessary environmental impacts. However, it can also delay a project’s schedule for a variety of reasons. For instance, it can take significant time to prepare and certify an EIR. Additionally, if a CEQA lawsuit is filed challenging a project’s EIR, the project is often delayed until the lawsuit is resolved. Additionally, in some cases, CEQA can result in project sponsors reducing the size and scope of a project, or even potentially not undertaking a project, in response to concerns raised during the process.
Various Types of Projects Covered by CEQA Exemptions and Streamlining Provisions. As mentioned above, some projects are exempt from CEQA by regulation or statute.
Rain Brings Renewal, But Also Toxins: How Californians Can Keep Their Water Pollutant-Free This Summer | Caltrans
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Rain Brings Renewal, But Also Toxins: How Californians Can Keep Their Water Pollutant-Free This Summer
Published: Jun 05, 2023

After several years of severe drought, California finally experienced much needed snow and rainfall this past winter. While the wet weather was a welcome relief to our state’s water reserves, it also came with potential repercussions as California heads into summer. As water levels and potential flood risks rise in some communities from increased snowmelt, another significant concern is pollutants entering our water system. This year's snowpack could contain a higher concentration of microplastics, nutrients, and other small pollutants that can run off into our water supply as the snow melts. These pollutants can have severe impacts on public health, causing various illnesses and diseases.
California residents unknowingly contribute to water pollution through their daily activities. The use of toxic chemical pesticides or neglecting vehicular maintenance, can further pollute our water supply. These substances inevitably end up in our waterways, contaminating local lakes, rivers, streams and the ocean. Thankfully, there are simple steps all of us can take to reduce stormwater pollution and help keep our water clean.
Californians can positively impact the environment by taking necessary steps to minimize contributions to water pollution.
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6 NYCRR Part 325.42 now requires all state departments, agencies, and public benefit corporations that apply glyphosate on state property, or contract with pesticide applicators to apply glyphosate on state property, to report the following to DEC every year by January 15th: the official name of the state department, state agency, or public benefit corporation; the pesticide agency or pesticide business registration number, if applicable; the pesticide product name; the United States Environmental Protection Agency registration number of the pesticide product; the amount of pesticide product applied; and the location of application. DEC, in cooperation with Cornell University’s Pesticide Sales and Use Reporting Program  (PSUR), reviewed and compiled the glyphosate report data. The data has been compiled into one table and converted into a PDF. There are 4 versions of the PDF organized by: Agency (PDF, 430 KB) Zip Code (PDF, 497 KB) County (PDF, 450 KB) Municipality (PDF, 529 KB) A legend (PDF, 159 KB) has been provided to help readers understand the specific location identifiers some agencies use to report the location of application. The total amounts applied have also been summarized by Agency, County, and Product Name in the Glyphosate Report Summary for 2023 (PDF, 323 KB). The reporting community, DEC, and PSUR work together to provide the best information that can reasonably be compiled. However, the data may be neither entirely accurate nor complete. The glyphosate report submissions are accepted by DEC at face value. Neither DEC nor PSUR can attest to the accuracy of the data. For instance, reporters may report the diluted amount applied instead of the undiluted amount as required by DEC. The data does, however, go through a manual review for obvious or likely errors. When obvious errors are identified, the Department follows up with the report submitter and corrections are made. New Online FormsThe Business and Agency Registration application and Commercial Permit application forms are now available using DEC's online form tool, nForm. For more information, please visit the Business and Agency Pesticide Information page.PRL Electronic Reporting Guidance Now AvailablePRL electronic reporting guidance videos are now available.
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Neibling, Howard (2007) Irrigation water management in potatoes: drought challenges. Presented at Idaho Potato Conference on January 17 and 18, 2007. Accessed November 17, 2022.
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To mitigate any property transfer delays the two participating parties may choose to complete the Transfer of Responsibility Form, allowing for the buyer to take responsibility for all repairs that may need to be completed on the private sewer lateral in order to pass inspection. The new property owner will be allotted 180 days to complete the repairs. Buyers who do not complete the improvements as required will be subject to penalties and could have their water service terminated.  

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