Emerging Issues. If both parties agree, UDEQ and EPA will reopen the PPA and amend it to address emerging issues not originally discussed during the PPA negotiations. This “reopener clause” is intended to address new issues that emerge during the PPA period. In addition, during the course of this agreement, UDEQ and EPA will examine how a “reopener clause” will operate for a future, multi-year document.
Emerging Issues. Enrollment of specific habitat types or in habitats in targeted geographic areas may be warranted due to disasters, new science, or changing priorities when contribution to and consideration of these factors is not be sufficiently captured in the established ranking system.
Emerging Issues. The negotiating committees of the Board and the Union shall meet at least twice a year, in the fall and the spring, or upon mutual agreement to discuss any emerging issues. In addition, representatives of the Board and the Union may meet at any time upon mutual agreement.
Emerging Issues. If both parties agree, UDEQ and EPA will reopen the PPA and amend to address emerging issues not originally discussed during the PPA negotiations. This “reopener clause” is intended to address new issues that emerge during the PPA period. In addition, during the course of this agreement, UDEQ and EPA will examine how a “reopener clause” will operate for a future, multi-year, single definitive document. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- Environmental Information Management Initiative (EIMI) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- The concept of the Environmental Information Management Initiative (EIMI) is that the Utah Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) will "develop an understanding of Utah's environment and enhance environmental protection decision making by sharing quality information with anyone at anytime". One of our goals is to deliver accurate data to the public, businesses and other interested parties on a 24 x 7 basis through the Internet in a simple, integrated and seamless process. The EPA Network Readiness Xxxxx will assist our department to work toward this goal by allowing us to leverage our investment of resources and technology to meet the objectives of EIMI, improve data management and increase the efficiencies of data flow and data exchange. The work plans for the EPA grants secured to support EIMI are incorporated in this PPA by reference. Using the EIMI business plan, we will have a template to guide DEQ through the transitions and development of new systems and tools to make data environmental information available, accessible and useful to support our business. This plan will help us focus on data integration, data quality and data integrity as well as redesign of DEQ data flows and business processes. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ - Environmental Justice (EJ) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- UDEQ and EPA agree that “Environmental Justice (EJ) means the fair treatment and meaningful involvement of people of all races, income, and cultures with respect to the development, implementation, and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, and policies. Fair treatment implies that...
Emerging Issues. The Official Agency shall, in discussion with the Authority and subject to available resources, develop and provide analytical capability for emerging food safety parameters, as identified by the Authority, EU Commission the laboratory or other bodies.
Emerging Issues. The WQPP will continually review and evaluate potential impacts to MBNMS water quality and will work with its partners in the WQPP Committee to identify and address these emerging issues.
Emerging Issues. The Department and Corporation will monitor and discuss emerging issues that are not currently addressed by the Guidelines or this MoU that may be of public health interest or significance.
Emerging Issues. In addition to current issues of concern, the Lake Erie LaMP 2000 document presents significant ongoing and emerging issues. The first of these is the problem of non-indigenous invasive species in the lake. They are playing a strong role in influencing the biological populations in the Lake Erie basin, both plant and animal, and both aquatic and terrestrial. Emerging issues include climate change, endocrine disruptors, and the realization that phosphorus management and monitoring must continue while we work to better understand the changing phosphorus cycling in the lake. Public Outreach In addition to reviewing LaMP technical reports, the Lake Erie Binational Public Forum has completed a number of projects and activities that are described in the LaMP 2000 document. Public outreach and involvement is a major component of the LaMP process. In addition to the outreach and input from the Forum, the public involvement subcommittee of the LaMP has implemented several outreach and public education efforts, primarily aimed at making LaMP technical information more public friendly. Both the Binational Public Forum and the Lake Erie LaMP Technical Work Group support websites. They can be found at xxx.xxxxxxxxx.xxx and xxx.xxx.xxx/xxxxx/xxxxxxxx/ or xxx.xxxx.xx/xxxxx/ lakes/erie/, respectively. All final Lake Erie LaMP background documents, organizational information, general information, etc., are available on the Work Group site. S e c t i o n 1 LaMP 2002 The next comprehensive LaMP document will not be published until 2002. However, a number of background reports, in depth technical documents, public updates, issue papers, etc. will be developed. Coordinating with the 20 agencies representing two countries, four states, and a province, as well as with the interested public (including the Lake Erie Binational Public Forum), will lead ultimately to a Lake Erie LaMP that all of the partners can commit to implementing. Overview Overview Photo: Ohio EPA Section 2: Overview
Emerging Issues. If both parties agree, UDEQ and EPA will reopen the PPA and amend to address emerging issues not originally discussed during the PPA negotiations. This “reopener clause” is intended to address new issues that emerge during the PPA period. In addition, during the course of this agreement, UDEQ and EPA will examine how a “reopener clause” will operate for a future, multi-year document. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- Mercury ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- Fish tissue sampling and analysis continue in Utah. More health advisories have been issued during 2009 and more areas of concern identified. The first “no eat” health advisory was issued for wibper in Newcastle Reservoir in southwestern Utah. Wet and dry mercury air deposition monitors are installed and operating providing new insight to mercury deposition. UDEQ and EPA Region 8 are still members of a multi-state, multi-EPA Region effort to communicate and coordinate mercury issues; work with other western states (Utah, Idaho, Nevada ) and Regions 8, 9, and 10. A Memorandum of Understanding was established and signed by all parties resulting in the Great Basin Mercury Workgroup. Even though mercury was removed from the regional priorities list, it continues to be a significant issue in Utah. The Statewide mercury workgroup continues to meet on a quarterly basis with Region 8 staff participation. EPA Region 8 and Utah continue to work on monies to fund more research on mercury in the Great Basin region. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ - Children’s Environmental Health ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- During FY09, UDEQ and EPA Region 8 agree to advance their joint priority to protect Children’s Environmental Health by meeting twice during the year with representatives from the University of Utah Vanguard Center and other interested partners, to enhance communication about the progress of the National Children’s Study and assess opportunities for more involvement. The National Children’s Study is currently soliciting volunteers in the Salt Lake Metro area. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
Emerging Issues. The negotiating committees of the Board and the Prairie Valley Teachers’ Association shall meet at least twice per year, in the fall prior to October 31st and in the spring prior to April 30th, and also upon the request of either party to discuss any emerging issues. Both parties commit to timely follow up and communication regarding issues discussed. The parties agree these meetings shall not occur once active bargaining has commenced.
