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NOTICE OF 30-DA PERIOD FOR PUBLIC COMMENT Preliminary Findings Regarding a Significant Source Modification to a Part 70 Source and a Significant Permit Modification to a Part 70 Operating Permit for Louis Dreyfus Agricultural Industries LLC in Kosciusko County SSM No.: 085-27941-00102 SPM No.: 085-27442-00102 The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM), has received applications from Louis Dreyfus Agricultural Industries LLC located at 7344 State Road 15 South, Claypool, Indiana 46510-9746, for a significant source modification to their Part 70 source and significant permit modification to their Part 70 Operating Permit issued on January 24, 2006 If approved by IDEM's Office of Air Quality (OAQ), these proposed modifications involve a clarification to emission units that were included/permitted in the NSRITV 085- 21297-00102, as part of the original design of the plant but were either changed during the actual construction or are now described differently as detailed in the Technical Support Document of these proposed permits. IDEM has reviewed these applications, and has developed preliminary findings, consisting of draft permits and several supporting documents, that would allow for these changes. A copy of the permit applications and IDEM's preliminary findings are available at: Warsaw Community Public Library 315 East Main Street Warsaw, IN 46580 - 2745 And Northern Regional Office 300 N. Michigan Street, Suite 450 South Bend, IN 46601-1295 A copy of the preliminary findings is available on the Internet at: http://www.in.gov/ai/appfiles/idem-caats/. How can you participate in this process? The date that this notice is published in a newspaper marks the beginning of a 3D-day public comment period. If the 30'h day of the comment period falls on a day when IDEM offices are closed for business, all comments must be postmarked or delivered in person on the next business day that IDEM is open. You may request that IDEM hold a public hearing about this draft permit. If adverse comments concerning the air pollution impact of this draft permit are received, with a request for a public hearing, IDEM will decide whether or not to hold a public hearing. IDEM could also decide to hold a public meeting instead of, or in addition to, a public hearing. If a public hearing or meeting is held, IDEM will make a separate announcement of the date, time, and location of that hearing or meeting. At a hearing, you would have an opportunity to submit written comments and make verbal comments. At a meeting, you would have an opportunity to submit written comments, ask questions, and discuss any air pollution concerns with IDEM staff. Comments and supporting documentation, or a request for a public hearing should be sent in writing to IDEM at the address below. If you comment via e-mail. please include your fuIl U.S. mailing address so that you can be added to IDEM's mailing list to receive notice of future action related to this permit. If you do not want to comment at this time, but would like to receive notice of future action related to this permit application, please contact IDEM at the address below. Please refer to permit number SSM No.: 085- 27941-00102 and SPM No.: 085-27442-00102 in all correspondence. Comments should be sent to: Aida De Guzman IDEM, Office of Air Quality 100 North Senate Avenue MC 61-53 IGCN 1003 Indianapolis, Indiana 46204-2251 (800) 451-6027, ask for extension 3-4972 Or dial directly: (317) 233-4972 E-mail: adeguzma@idem,in.gov All comments will be considered by IDEM when we make a decision to issue or deny the permit. Comments that are most likely to affect final permit decisions are those based on the rules and laws governing this permitting process (326 lAC 2), air quality issues, and technical issues. IDEM does not have legal authority to regulate zoning, odor or noise. For such issues, please contact your local officials. For additional information about air permits and how you can participate, please see IDEM's Guide for Citizen Participation and Permit Guide on the Internet at. www.idem.in.gov. What will happen after IDEM makes a decision? Following the end of the public comment period, IDEM will issue a Notice of Decision stating whether the permit has been issued or denied. If the permit is issued, it may be different than the draft permit because of comments that were received during the public comment period. If comments are received during the public notice period, the final decision will include a document that summarizes the comments and IDEM's response to those comments. If you have submitted comments or have asked to be added to the mailing list, you will receive a Notice of the Decision. The notice will provide details on how you may appeal IDEM's decision, if you disagree with that decision. The final decision will also be available on the Internet at the address indicated above, at the local library indicated above, and the IDEM public file room on the 12th floor of the Indiana Government Center North, 100 N. Senate Avenue, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204-2251 and Northern Regional office, 300 N. Michigan Street, Suite 450 South Bend, IN 46601-1295. If you have any questions please contact Aida De Guzman of my staff at the above address. Donald F. Robin, P.E., Section Chief Permits Branch Office of Air Quality n23
