Mahomet Aquifer Sole Source Hearings, May 13-14
The U.S. EPA is considering designating the Mahomet Aquifer a “sole source aquifer.” If so designated, the aquifer will be better protected against pollution. The U.S. EPA would review federally-funded construction projects located above the aquifer to ensure the projects do not endanger our drinking water supply. We need you to attend U.S. EPA’s May 13 Champaign hearing and May 14 hearing in Morton to voice your support for the sole source designation.
Click here for some suggested talking points.
WHY WE WANT YOU TO TAKE ACTION
This designation is important for protecting the long-term integrity of our water supply, and we will need your voice to counter likely opposition from agriculture and construction interests.
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE SOLE-SOURCE DESIGNATION
www.epa.gov/Region5/water/gwdw/mahomet/index.htm
HEARING LOGISTICS
Tuesday, May 13, 2014 Hilton Garden Inn 1501 S. Neil, Champaign Wednesday, May 14, 2014 Best Western Ashland House Hotel 201 E Ashland St., MortonAt each hearing:
Informational session 6:30-7:15pm (this is your chance to learn about the petition process)
Public hearing 7:30-9:00pm (public comments likely will be limited to 2-3 minutes, which is less than 1.5 typed pages)
PRN Staff member Stacy James will be present at the Champaign hearing. Contact her with any questions (sjames@prairierivers.org or 217-344-2371 ext 203).
You may also submit written comments by June 12, 2014 to:
William Spaulding
email: spaulding.william@epa.gov
U.S. EPA Region 5 (WG-15J)
77 W. Jackson Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60604
