NLIS 4
May 29, 2001
(Environment)

Environmental Assessment Bulletin

Environment Minister Ralph Wiseman 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 Department of Environment 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.

UNDERTAKING REGISTERED:

Shabogamo Lake Cottage Access Road
Proponent: Gary Philpott

This undertaking is for the construction of a 2.4 km cottage access road at South East Arm in Shabogamo Lake near Labrador City. Construction is tentatively scheduled to start in July 2001. This undertaking was registered on May 28, 2001, public comments are due July 3, 2001 and the minister's decision is due on July 9, 2001.

UNDERTAKING WITHDRAWN:

Forest Management District 18, Five Year Operating Plan (Amendment)
Northern Half of the Great Northern Peninsula
Proponent: Newfoundland Forest Service, Department of Forest Resources and Agrifoods

ENVIRONMENTAL PREVIEW REPORT REQUIRED:

Avondale Automobile Drag Racing
Proponent: Newfoundland Stock Car Association

The minister has determined that there is insufficient detail to determine the significance of the environmental effects of the proposed undertaking and therefore has required the proponent to prepare an environmental preview report (EPR). The EPR must address outstanding deficiencies such as noise generation, sources and containment of pollution, and the traditional recreational use of the area. The minister shall appoint an environmental assessment committee for the purpose of advising him on scientific and technical matters related to the undertaking.

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:

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

Environmental Assessment News Releases are on the Internet at /env

2001 05 29                                         12:00 p.m.