The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the March 23 PA Bulletin announced it will hold a hearing May 2 on an individual NPDES Stormwater Permit for the Maiden Creek Associates, LP warehouse project in Maidencreek Township, Berks County.  (PA Bulletin, page 1633)

The public has expressed concerns the project could impact Peters Creek, Lake Ontelaunee and the City of Reading’s water supply. 

The hearing will be held at the Maidencreek Township Building, 1A Quarry Road  in Blandon starting at 6:00 p.m.

Individuals who wish to offer testimony at the public hearing should register with John Repetz, Community Relations Coordinator for DEP’s Southcentral Region, at 717-705-4904 or by email at jrepetz@pa.gov by 4:00 PM on May 1, 2024.

Read the entire PA Bulletin notice for information on reviewing the permit and submitting comments.  (PA Bulletin, page 1633)

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[Posted: March 22, 2024]

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