DEP draft response regarding trade center cleanup, Oct 2004

NYC 9/11 Public Portal Document

Provide timely review and comment to identify additional requests for information that are needed to reach an informed decision.

Eiiuure that LMDC ilhd US cUTniUCtUis iiiipleiHcnt piano and procedures to ulilllll'llze any releases aniiiwwnTiPnt during the dpcnnctnirtinn prnrf»c<;

Liiaui'e dlspOiliiion of all waste lilMieiials generated as a result uf rtic deuonstruciior^^

, Identify solutions to reduce delays by using concurrent review of plans and data.

Participate in meetings, as necessary, to discuss issues related to 130 Liberty.

Share infonnation among Federal, State and City agencies in order to minimize duplication of effort.

Maximize public outreach in coordination with invloved agencies.

To the greatest extent possible, speak with one voice.

Cenduot outreach and information sessions for tho publier

NYSDEC and EPA agree that with regard to RCRA, their roles pursuant to the Memorandum of Agreement for the State of New York’s Hazardous Waste Program apply to this Agreement.

Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as a waiver of any Party’s enforcement authority under applicable law.

III. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Take the lead for convening the Parties and cooperating with them to facilitate the goals of protecting public health, safety and the environment.

Review and comment on LMDC’s proposed plans and deconstruction specifications (“Specifications”), any reports, documents and monitoring data and the use of best management practices (“BMPs”) related to 130 Liberty.

Assist NYSDEC in implementing its review and comment, oversight and inspection obligations under RCRA.

Assist DOL, DEP and OSHA in providing comments to LMDC to facilitate compliance with all legal requirements for an asbestos demolition project.

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