Environmental Review Summary of the Process and Requirements

Revolving Fund Handbook Volume II • Chapter 3

I L L I N O I S D E PA R T M E N T O F C O M M E R C E A N D E C O N O M I C O P P O R T U N I T Y Pat Quinn, Governor • Warren Ribley, Director

Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Revolving Fund Handbook Volume II • Chapter 3

Authors Doug McDermand, Executive Director Coles County Regional Planning and Development Commission Lorraine Wareham, Revolving Fund Manager Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Fred W. Walker, Executive Director South Central Illinois Regional Planning and Development Commission

Graphic Design Kelly J. Murray, Executive Director Illinois Association of Regional Councils

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REVOLVING FUND HANDBOOK VOLUME II • CHAPTER 3 Environmental Review Summary of the Process and Requirements

TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1. Introduction A. Environmental Review Concept B. National Environmental Policies Act (NEPA) C. Why Environmental Assessment Requirements Apply to Illinois CDAP Revolving Funds (RFs)

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Section 2. Revolving Fund Environmental Review “Categories” A. Exempt Activities (24 CFR 58.34) B. Categorically Excluded Activities C. Categorically Excluded – Exempt Activities D. Environmental Assessment Activities E. Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) F. Eight Step Flood Plain Review Process

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Section 3. Summary of Revolving Fund Environmental Review “Process” A. Establish the Project Environmental Review Record (ERR) B. Review the Project Description

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Appendix Exempt Activities Flow Chart Categorically Excluded Flow Chart Categorically Excluded – Exempt Flow Chart Environmental Assessment Flow Chart Eight Step Flood Plain Review Process Flow Chart Sample Environmental Release Letter Request Categorical Exclusion Exemption Environmental Status Checklist Ecological Compliance Assessment Tool IEPA Environmental Review Information Revolving Fund Environmental Review Acronyms

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Section 1 Introduction

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Environmental Review

This publication is the third chapter of a four volume set summarizing the process of conducting an "Environmental Review" ("ER") for local Revolving Fund (RF) projects. CHAPTER 1: CHAPTER 2: CHAPTER 3: CHAPTER 4:

RF Design, Set-Up and Administration RF Documents, Forms and Checklists Environmental Review Public Infrastructure Economic Development

To successfully administer a local RF program, the local RF Administrator and staff need to review and utilize all four RF chapters. Because this chapter is only a summary of the RF Environmental Review requirements, Local RF Administrators need to also obtain the most current Illinois Community Development Assistance Program (CDAP) Grants Management Handbook (GMH) which details the RF environmental review process and provides the forms necessary for this process. Local RF Administrators should contact Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity staff at (217) 785-6142 for a complete set of RF Chapters and the CDAP GMH.

A. The Environmental Review "Concept" Most physical developments affect their proposed location and surrounding environment in some fashion. Typical impacts include those affecting land use, storm drainage, and utilities (placement, use and capacity). Some more intense developments can affect air quality, nearby wetlands, ponds and streams, endangered species, prime agricultural farmland and historic sites. For all federal and state financed projects, an "environmental review" is required. An environmental review evaluates a project's potential environmental impacts. 3-1-2 DCEO REVOLVING FUND HANDBOOK • CHAPTER 3, SECTION 1

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B. The National Environmental Policies Act (NEPA) The National Environmental Policies Act of 1969 as amended establishes national policy, goals and procedures for protecting, restoring and enhancing environmental quality. Its procedures require an environmental review of the proposed development project and a determination of a "finding" of project environmental impact. After requesting and receiving state agency sign-off letters, the local government administering the Federal funded project needs to publish a statement of Notice of Intent (NOI) to Request the Release of Funds (RROF) and sign the related Certification that is then submitted to the Department. Assuming no adverse environmental impacts, the proposed project can begin (assuming other project concerns have been addressed) after receiving an environmental release letter from the Department. Besides NEPA, other statutes must be addressed including Floodplain Management, Wetlands, Water Quality, Noise, Fish and Wild Life, Endangered Species as well as project impact related state and local statutes. For a detailed summary of NEPA and other requirements, please refer to the CDAP GMH, Chapter 2, Section 1.

C. Why Environmental Assessment Requirements Apply to Illinois CDAP Revolving Funds (RFs) Environmental Assessment requirements apply to local Revolving Funds (RFs) because of the nature of their source and how they are created: The source of the local RFs is the Federal Government through its Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). CDBG funds are, in turn, awarded to the States and local governments. In Illinois, CDBG funds are used to support a program known as the Community Development Assistance Program (CDAP) and are administered by the Department. RFs are created when CDAP grant funds awarded by the Department to local governments for use as a pass-through loan to a private sector borrower are repaid or "recaptured" by the benefiting unit of local government.

The most important concept to note regarding the RF Environmental Review requirement is that it applies to the ENTIRE project, not just the RF financed portion.

The most important concept to remember regarding the creation of RFs by federal CDAP loan repayments is that they bring CDAP federal and state requirements with them. This means that all subsequent local RF loans are subject to CDAP federal/state requirements. Compliance with "Title I" federal requirements are mandatory when using RFs. These include compliance with various federal, state and local "environmental review" policies and procedures. A common misconception generally exists that "over time", recaptured RF loan proceeds are somehow "washed" of their federal identity and therefore are no longer governed by such Title I requirements. Except for a few increasingly rare situations, this is simply not the case.

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Section 2 Revolving Fund Environmental Review “Categories”

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Environmental Review

The Environmental Review (ER) process for Revolving Fund (RF) projects can range from "undemanding to challenging" depending on the nature of the project itself. The following are three (3) important "rules of thumb" when it comes to the complexity and timeliness of the ER process: • RF financed projects that consist solely of moveable equipment, working capital and building acquisition or any combination of these are NOT subject to time-consuming Environmental Review requirements (but still require an abbreviated environmental review and release letter from the Department).

Since the environmental review process can take 45-90 days to complete, RF Administrators are

• RF financed projects that involve new construction on vacant land or reconstruction activities can take anywhere from 45-90 days for the environmental review process to be completed and approved.

strongly encouraged to start the process as soon as possible to avoid delays in RF loan

• During the Environmental Review process, NO aspect of a project, REGARDLESS OF FUNDING SOURCE can begin.

closing.

There are five possible Environmental Review Categories proposed Revolving Fund (RF) projects fall under. These are as follows: A. Exempt Activities (24 CFR 58.34) The following RF related activities are typically among those considered "exempt" from environmental review requirements: • • • •

Planning & Design engineering projects Environmental Studies Administrative and Management Activities Purchase of Tools

For a detailed summary of Exempt activities, please refer to the CDAP GMH, Chapter 2, Section 1. Note: If an RF Administrator believes that their project is “Exempt” they should contact the Department at (217) 785-6142 before proceeding any further. See Flow Chart Appendix 3-3-A on page 3-3-6 for more details.

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B. "Categorically Excluded" Activities The following Revolving Fund (RF) activities are typically among those considered Categorically Excluded from environmental review requirements: • Facilities and improvements are in place and will not be changed in size or capacity by more then 20%; and • The activity does not involve a change in land use such as from residential to non-residential, commercial to industrial or from one industrial use to another. • Operating costs including maintenance, security, operation, utilities, furnishings, equipment, supplies, staff training and recruitment and other incidental costs. • Economic development activities, including, but not limited to, equipment purchase, inventory financing, interest subsidy, operating expenses and similar costs not associated with construction or expansion of an existing operation.

Remember, NO aspect of a project, regardless of funding source can begin during the RF environmental review process.

For Categorically Excluded activities (that are not considered "Categorically Excluded – Exempt”, see "C." just below), RF local administrators need to address items listed in the CDAP "Environmental Checklist" and the "Statutory Checklist”. There are also publication requirements to give the public an opportunity to comment (21 day comment period). The checklists and publication requirements for Categorically Excluded projects can be found in the CDAP GMH, Chapter 2, Section 1. See Flow Chart Appendix 3-3-B on page 3-3-7 for more details.

C. "Categorically Excluded – Exempt" Activities Categorically Excluded – Exempt projects are considered exempt only if they are not subject to ANY of the Statutory Checklist items found in the CDAP GMH, Chapter 2, Section 1 (Statutory Appendix section). RF projects consisting solely of activities such as operating costs, inventory and machinery/equipment are considered Categorically Excluded – Exempt. Some of the statutes listed in the Statutory Checklist include Historic Properties, Flood Plain Management, Wetland Protection and Endangered Species. Note: If an RF Administrator believes that their project is “Categorically Excluded – Exempt” they should contact the Department at (217) 785-6142 before proceeding any further. See Flow Chart Appendix 3-3-C on page 3-3-8 for more details.

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D. "Environmental Assessment" Activities Local Revolving Fund’s (RFs) must conduct an Environmental Assessment for all projects that are not exempt or categorically excluded. If a Revolving Fund Project consists of new construction activities on vacant land, such a project will ALWAYS require an Environmental Assessment. This assessment determines whether an Environmental Impact Statement must be prepared. The checklists and publication requirements for Environmental Assessment projects can be found in the CDAP GMH, Chapter 2, Section 1. See Flow Chart Appendix 3-3-D on page 3-3-9 for more details.

E. Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Environmental Impact Statements are extremely detailed, thorough and lengthy studies which comprehensively address a wide array of a projects environmental impact. Such studies can take from 6 months to a year. If it is determined that an EIS must be prepared, contact the Department at (217) 785-6142.

If a Revolving Fund Project consists of new construction activities on vacant land, such a project will always require an Environmental Assessment. Remember, NO aspect of a project, regardless of funding source can begin during the RF Environmental Assessment process.

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F. Eight (8) Step Flood Plain Review Process If ANY part of an RF financed project is located in a floodplain, the RF local government must conduct, in addition to the Environmental Assessment, an 8 step floodplain review prior to the publication of the FONSI and NOI/RROF and after the four state agency sign-off letters have been received The 8 step floodplain review process involves a 21 day comment period (i.e., two separate local publications involving a 7 day and 15 day comment period). The publication requirements for the 8 step floodplain projects can be found in the CDAP GMH, Chapter 2, Section 1. See Flow Chart Appendix 3-3-E on page 3-3-10 for more details.

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Section 3 Summary of Revolving Fund Environmental Review “Process”

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Whether a RF project is considered Exempt (requiring little effort) or one where a “full-blown” Environmental Assessment is required, the following first 2 steps should always be taken:

A. Establish the Project Environmental Review Record (ERR) RF local governments must establish and maintain a written record of the environmental review process. This file is called the Environmental Review Record (ERR). This record should contain a project description describing all project activities. The ERR also needs to contain the various relevant Environmental Assessment documents, public notices, and determinations. It must be made available for public inspection. Details on the ERR can be found in the CDAP GMH, Chapter 2, Section 1.

The Environmental Review Record needs to contain the various relevant Environmental Assessment documents, public notices, and determinations. It must be made available for public inspection.

B. Review the Project Description After the Environmental Review Record (ERR) has been established, local RF staff should carefully review the RF project description. Understanding the nature of the project is critical in determining what Environmental Review Category the project will trigger. Local RF staff are strongly encouraged to contact the Department at (217) 785-6142 should they have any questions regarding the Environmental Review Category a particular project would fall under. Once Steps 1 and 2 have been taken, local RF staff need to make Environmental Review related decisions based on the nature of the local RF project proposed. These steps are as follows: 1. Review Environmental Review Regulations and Determine Which Environmental Review Category Applies After thorough review of the RF project, local RF staff should examine the Environmental Review regulations and make a determination as to which Environmental Review Category the project triggers (i.e., Exempt, Categorical Excluded – Exempt, Categorical Exclusion, Environmental Assessment or Environmental Impact Statement). 2. Determine Any Part of the Project is in a Floodplain Local RF staff should review the Environmental Review Record and project area Floodplain Maps to ascertain whether or not any part of a proposed RF financed project is located in the base floodplain.

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3. Request and Obtain State Agency "Sign-off Letters”, If Applicable For local RF projects that fall under Categorically Excluded, or Environmental Assessment projects, State Agency Sign-off letters need to be obtained from the following four State agencies. • • • •

Illinois Illinois Illinois Illinois

Department of Agriculture Environmental Protection Agency Historic Preservation Agency Department of Natural Resources

Details on requesting and obtaining the Environmental Review Sign-off Letters can be found in the CDAP GMH, Chapter 2, Section 1.

Environmental Review Contact information for the environmental review agencies has been updated for reference. Non-Title 1RFs – if your RF is not subject to Title 1 regulations, a release letter from the Department is not required once you receive your clearance letter(s) from the state agency(ices) concerned. Illinois Department of Agriculture Terry Savko Soil Conservation Planner Bureau of Land and Water Resources/ Farmland Protection (217) 782-6297 TDD (217) 524-6858 http://www.agr.state.il.us/pdf/agrsitereview.pdf IDA has Agricultural Site Review Information document located at the above web address. A Project Summary and requested location map delineating the site in relation to the corporate boundaries of your community should be submitted with your reqeust for review. Illinois Department of Natural Resources Michael Branham Division of Ecosystems and Environment (217) 785-5500 TDD (217) 785-9175 http://www.dnr.state.il.us

Illinois Environmental Protection Agency DiAnne Schuerman Office of the Deputy Director, MC#1 (217) 782-0547 TDD (217) 782-9143 [email protected] See the CDAP IEPA Environmental Review form on page 00, Appendix 3-3-0. Illinois Historic Preservation Agency (IHPA) Patrick T. Gleason Cultural Resource Manager (217) 785-3977 [email protected] http://www.illinoishistory.gov/PS/rcdocument.htm The IHPA website states that a USGS map of the project location is needed; however, IHPA will accept a map from MapQuest or maps of that nature if the project is located in a non-rural area (i.e., within city or town limits).

Access the Eco-CAT System link located at the above web address. See a sample Eco-CAT submission on page 3-3-13, Appendix 3-3-H.

For Categorically Excluded – Exempt Projects, local RF staff should check with the Department’s CDAP Environmental Review Officer at (217) 785-6142 on the proper procedure to follow for individual Categorically Excluded – Exempt projects.

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4. Prepare and Publish (or Post) the Required "Notice/Public Comment Publications, If Applicable For local Revolving Fund projects that fall under Categorically Excluded, Environmental Assessment and/or the 8 step floodplain review categories, local RF Administrators must prepare and publish or post the required "NOI/ROFF Publications. Please note that these differ depending on the Environmental Review category. 5. Submit all Required Environmental Assessment documents to the Department for Approval and Clearance The final step in clearing environmental requirements is to obtain a letter from the Department stating its NEPA environmental clearance. The RF must prepare and forward to the Department.

RF Communities must receive the Department’s Environmental Sign-off letter before any aspect of a project REGARDLESS OF FUNDING can begin.

a. Environmental Status Checklist (ESC) with applicable attachments for whichever environmental release category complies with the project. The ESC will outline what attachments are needed for each category. NOTE: The ESC cannot be signed/dated or forwarded to the Department before the comment period has been completed, if applicable. The Department requires a 15 day waiting period from the date of receipt of ESC and attachments. After such time, the Department will issue the NEPA clearance letter. A sample environmental release letter request using the “exempt” status language and an ESC form follow on page 20. See Flow Chart Appendices 3-3-A, 3-3-B, 3-3-C, 3-3-D and 3-3-E on pages 3-3-6 – 3-3-10 for guidance on particular Environmental Review category processes. See Appendix 3-3-J on page 3-3-19 for a list of Environmental Review Acronyms.

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Appendix Summary of Revolving Fund Environmental Review

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Appendix 3-3-A EXEMPT

For a detailed summary of Exempt activities, please refer to the CDAP Grants Management Handbook (GMH), Chapter 2, Section 1, pages 2-1-3 to 2-1-5.

Establish ERR

° °

Review Regulations for Exemption

EXEMPT ³

³

Complete ESC and Forward to Department

N

Review Project for Categorical Exclusion or Environmental Assessment

³

Y

° Written Environmental Release Letter Forwarded to RF from Department

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Appendix 3-3-B CATEGORICALLY EXCLUDED

For local Revolving Fund projects that fall under Categorically Excluded, RF Administrators must prepare and publish or post the required NOI/ROFF Publications.

Establish ERR

° °

Review Regulations for Categorical Exclusion

Obtain Clearance Letters

° Complete Statutory Checklist for Categorically Excluded Projects

° LOCATED IN FLOODPLAIN

8 Step – Floodplain Process

N

³

³

Y

³

Publish NOI/RROF

°

°

7 Day Comment Period

1st Publication 15 Day Comment Period

°

Forward ESC, HUD RROF Form, Pub/Cert. to Department 15 Day Comment Period

°

2nd Publication 7 Day Comment Period

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Appendix 3-3-C CATEGORICALLY EXCLUDED - EXEMPT

Categorically Excluded – Exempt projects are considered exempt only if they are not subject to any of the Statutory Checklist items found in the CDAP GMH, Chapter 2, Section 1 (Statutory Appendix section).

Establish ERR

° °

Review Regulations for Categorical Exclusion

Obtain Clearance Letters

° Complete Statutory Checklist for Categorically Excluded Projects

° ALL ACTIVITIES COMPLY WITH 58.5

³

³

Y

Follow Procedure for Categorical Exclusion

Categorically Excluded - Exempt

° ³

Complete ESC and Forward to Department

N

° Written Environmental Release Letter Forwarded to RF from Department

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Appendix 3-3-D ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT

Local Revolving Fund Communities must conduct an “Environmental Assessment” for all projects that are not exempt or categorically excluded. No aspect of a project, regardless of funding source can begin during the RF “Environmental Assessment” process.

Establish ERR

° Coordinate Activities and Obtain Clearance Letters

° Complete Format II Environmental Assessment

° LOCATED IN FLOODPLAIN

³

³

Y

8 Step – Floodplain Process

³

N

°

Publish Combined FONSI and NOI/RROF Notice 15 Day Comment Period

°

1st Publication 15 Day Comment Period

°

Complete ESC and Forward to Department 15 Day Comment Period

°

2nd Publication 7 Day Comment Period

Written Environmental Release Letter Forwarded to RF from Department

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Appendix 3-3-E 8 STEP FLOODPLAIN PROCESS

The publication requirements for the “8 step floodplain” projects can be found in the CDAP GMH, Chapter 2, Section 1.

1

Determine if the proposed project is in the “base” floodplain (Hereinafter “floodplain”)

°

2

4

° °

3

If proposed project is in floodplain, prepare and publish 15 day notice of intent to locate project in floodplain

Identify practical alternatives to locating project in floodplain

For proposed alternatives, identify if project has impacts in floodplain

°

5

If impacts in floodplain, identify steps which minimize impacts in floodplain

°

6

Re-evaluate proposed alternative, including steps to minimize impacts

°

7

If determined that only practical alternative is locating project in floodplain, 7 day public notice must be prepared and published on reasons

°

8

After allowing for a reasonable response, project can be implemented pending fulfillment of other Environmental Review requirements

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Appendix 3-3-F

SAMPLE ENVIRONMENTAL RELEASE LETTER REQUEST (See Appendix 3-3-A “Exempt”)

__________ Regional & Development Commission 651 Jackson, Room 309 Anytown, IL 61920 Phone: (217) xxx-xxxx

MEMORANDUM [Via fax 01 17 10, 9:00 p.m. to Fax #: 217-xxx-xxxx]

TO:

____________, Environmental Review Coordinator Illinois Community Development Assistance Program (CDAP) Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity

FROM:

____________, Executive Director

DATE:

January 17, 2010

SUBJECT:

Anytown, Illinois CDAP Revolving Loan Proposal Environmental Review Requirement (John and Donna Smith DBA Shiny Glass & Mirror – Purchase of Equipment, Inventory and Working Capital)

On behalf of the City of Anytown, Illinois, please find attached a copy of the signed Anytown RLF “Shiny Glass & Mirror” CDAP Environmental Status Checklist. The project consists solely of inventory, working capital and equipment purchases needed by the Smiths (Shiny Glass & Mirror). As you can see from the attachment, the project is classified as “Categorically ExcludedExempt” under 58.3four (a) (12) and 58.35 (b) (four). In the meantime, please don’t hesitate to contact me should you have any questions on this. Thanks ____________ for your help. Sincerely,

Anytown RLF Env Rv ____________ Ltr 01 17 10.doc

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Appendix 3-3-G

SAMPLE FOR CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION EXEMPTION ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS CHECKLIST This form must be completed, executed by the chief elected official of the community, and returned to Department in order to obtain a NEPA environmental clearance. Please provide a comprehensive project description, check the applicable environmental status, and indicate the agency letters status and the criteria which allowed the exemption. Project Description

Required

Not Required

X

Illinois Department of Agriculture

X

Illinois Environmental Protection Agency

X

Illinois Historic Preservation Agency

X

Illinois Department of Natural Resources

X

The project is EXEMPT per 24 CRF 58.34(a)(12) Any of the categorical exclusions listed in 24 CFR 58.35(a) provided that there are no circumstances which require compliance with any other federal laws and authorities cited in 24 CFR 58.50.

X

The project ic CATEGORICALLY EXCLUDED per 24 CRF 58.35(a)(1) Acquisition of improvements for commercial activities that upgrade with a minimal change in use, do not increase capacity by more than 20 percent, and does not involve a change in land use. There are circumstances which require compliance with applicable laws and authorities per 24 CFR 58.50 Attached: n/a RROF and Certification (HUD form)

n/a n/a

Certificate of Publication for NOI-RROF Newspaper Advertisement

An ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT has been completed. The following applies: FONSI – Finding of No Significant Impact FOSI – Finding of Significant Impact Attached: RROF and Certification (HUD form) Certificate of Publication for FONSI and NOI/RROF or combined notice Newspaper Advertisement The above project will require an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT

Chief Elected Official’s Signature

Title Date 3-3-12

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Appendix 3-3-H

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Appendix 3-3-H

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Appendix 3-3-H

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Appendix 3-3-I

ILLINOIS EPA ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW INFORMATION Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Community Development Assistance Program (CDAP) Projects Please return this information to: Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Deputy Director’s Office, #1 Attn: DiAnne Schuerman P.O. Box 19276 Springfield, IL 62794-9276 Telephone: 217/782-0547 • Fax: 217/782-9039 Sumbit this form with a Project Summary, map and a cover letter to the above listed address. Correspondence may be addressed to: Acting Deputy Director Lisa Bonnet – Attn: DiAnne Schuerman.

PROJECT INFORMATION REQUESTED APPLICANT Local Official

Telephone

Please include the project’s contact person should additional information be required. Consultant or Engineer Address

Telephone

Fax

The Illinois EPA reviews economic development CDAP projects to evaluate the need for permits and necessary environmental controls. If the EPA is provided with the following information on manufacturing operations and waste management plans, the EPA review can be expedited. 1. Identify materials, productions processes and products for the proposed project:

2. Quantify anticipated production rates:

3. Quantify new or additional employees:

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Appendix 3-3-I

4. Quantify anticipated water use and wastewater discharge (existing and new). Also identify if new water main and/or sewer construction will be necessary to service the project:

5. Determine whether sewer or water main connections or extensions will be required, identify pretreatment facilities, and identify tributary treatment plant:

6. Identify anticipated quality of wastewater (include characteristics), indicate whether domestic or industrial wastewater:

7. Identify volume and types of hazardous or solid waste generated:

8. Identify probability that wastes or contamination is present in the buildings or property (example: abandoned underground fuel tank):

9. Does the project include any equipment that can cause air pollution (normally a boiler, incinerator, storage tanks or manufacturing processes can cause air pollution):

10. Identify air emission sources, its control equipment, and quality of air emission:

11. Name and telephone number of manufacturer’s representative (plant manager or environmental engineer):

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Appendix 3-3-J

Revolving Fund (RF) Environmental Review Acronyms (Please refer to the Revolving Fund Chapter 3 text for an explanation of these terms)

CDAP

Community Development Assistance Program. The Illinois CDBG Program administered by the State of Illinois (see CDBG below).

CDAP GMH

Community Development Assistance Program Grants Management Handbook

CDBG

Community Development Block Grant. Federal Block Grant created in 1974 which is the source of the State of Illinois CDAP and local local Revolving Funds. Local recipients of these grants are nonmetropolitan general purpose units of local government. Grants are used to finance housing, community development and economic development projects principally benefiting low-to-moderate income individuals.

Cat-Ex.

Categorical Exclusion (Environmental Review Category)

Department

Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO)

EA

Environmental Assessment (Environmental Review Category)

EIS

Environmental Impact Statement (Environmental Review Category)

ER

Environmental Review

ERR

Environmental Review Record

FONSI

Finding of No Significant Impact

NEPA

National Environmental Policies Act

NOI/RROF

Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds

RF

Revolving Fund

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State of Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity 620 East Adams Street Springfield, Illinois 62701 Printed by the Authority of the State of Illinois September 2009