The Department of Environmental Protection has scheduled a January 16 public meeting followed by a hearing to discuss aspects of permitting of the Epiphany Allegheny LLC oil and gas wastewater brines treatment plant in Coudersport, Potter County. (formal notice Jan. 6 PA Bulletin, page 93)

The meeting/hearing will be held at the Gunzburger Building, 1 Second Street in Coudersport.  The meeting will start at 5:30 p.m. and the hearing at 7:00 p.m.

During the meeting, the Department staff will explain the application review process and applicable regulations, and Epiphany Allegheny, LLC officials will provide an overview of the project. The presentations will be followed by a question and answer session.

Anyone who wishes to present oral testimony during the public hearing may register that evening prior to the hearing. Citizens will have a maximum of 5 minutes each to present testimony. Written testimony of any length also will be accepted.

Persons unable to attend the public hearing can submit three copies of a written statement to the Department by the close of business on January 29. The statement should be sent to Thomas Randis, Environmental Program Manager, Department of Environmental Protection, Clean Water Program, 208 West Third Street, Suite 101, Williamsport, PA 17701.

See the formal notice in the January 6 PA Bulletin on page 93 for additional details.  Questions should be directed to Thomas Randis, DEP at 570-327-0530.

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