1. (1) If establishing a TMDL as an agency order, DEQ will establish a local advisory group or identify an existing group or forum to assist in developing a TMDL. When the EQC establishes a TMDL through rulemaking DEQ will appoint a rule advisory committee and the rulemaking process will provide other opportunities for public participation.

2. (2) DEQ will provide an opportunity for persons to review and comment on a draft TMDL and on proposals to revise loading capacity or allocations in a TMDL as follows:

   1. (a) DEQ will maintain a mailing list for each TMDL.
   2. (b) DEQ will provide notice and an opportunity for public comment on a proposed TMDL or revision to loading capacity or allocations in a TMDL. The public comment period will generally be 60 days.
   3. (c) DEQ will respond to public comments received during the public comment period and will prepare a written summary of responses.

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS 468.020, 468B.020, 468B.030, 468B.035 & 468B.110

Statutes/Other Implemented

ORS 468B.020 & 468B.110

History

DEQ 3-2022, amend filed 02/03/2022, effective 02/03/2022
DEQ 18-2002, f. & cert. ef. 12-20-02