March 19, 1998
(Environment and Labour)

Environmental Assessment Bulletin

Environment and Labour Minister Oliver Langdon has announced the following events relative to the Environmental Assessment Act. In the case of documents received or approved, copies may be obtained by contacting the regional office of the Department of Environment and Labour or by calling toll-free 1-800-563-6181. Comments on submitted documents are invited from the public, addressed in writing to the minister, and are welcome prior to the deadline date shown for each item.

NEW UNDERTAKINGS REGISTERED

Blaketown Salvage Yard
Proponent: Blaketown Auto Dismantlers

The proponent proposes to construct and operate an auto salvage yard on the Trinity South Highway Route 80, approximately 1.3 kilometers from the Trans Canada Highway in the district of Bellevue. The proposal will involve the salvage of re-usable auto parts. Construction is tentatively scheduled to begin this spring. The project was registered on March 13, 1998, public comments must be received by April 17, 1998 and the minister's decision is due on April 27, 1998.

A guide to the Environmental Assessment Process is available from the Department of Environment and Labour. The minister encourages all interested parties to become involved and to make comments known. Further information may be obtained by contacting the Director of Environmental Assessment at (709) 729-2562 or toll-free: 1-800-563-6181 or by mail to:

Director, Environmental Assessment Division
Department of Environment and Labour
West Block, Confederation Building
P.O. Box 8700
St. John's, NF, A1B 4J6

Environmental Assessment News Releases are on the Internet at /env