July 29, 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:

George's Lake Cottage Development Plan
Proponent: Department of Government Services and Lands

The project consists of the allocation of approximately 40 lease hold cottage lots on the southeastern shoreline of George's Lake. George's Lake is located approximately 25 kilometres southwest of Corner Brook. Included in the project is the development of 1.165 kilometres of road to access the proposed cottage lots. The undertaking was registered on July 24, 1998; public comments must be received by August 28, 1998; and the minister's decision is due on September 7, 1998.

Argentia Multi-Purpose Cleaner/Degreaser Manufacturing
Proponent: Ace Environmental Products Inc.

The proponent proposes to establish and operate a manufacturing facility to produce a multi-purpose cleaner/degreaser using an existing building at the former naval base in Argentia. The building will contain a 3,000 litre blending tank, offices and shipping and storage areas. Annual production of cleaning products will be approximately 15,000 gallons. The undertaking was registered on July 27, 1998; public comments must be received by August 29, 1998; and the minister's decision is due on September 10, 1998.

UNDERTAKINGS WITHDRAWN:

St. John's, Southside Thermal Plant Repowering Project
Proponent: Newfoundland Power

The proponent has withdrawn its registration of the above project from the Environmental Assessment Process.

UNDERTAKINGS RELEASED FROM ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT:

The minister has decided that an environmental impact statement is not required for the Caplin Cove Peat Quarry. This project has been released from environmental assessment as per requirements of the Environmental Assessment Act.

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

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