DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Restore Water Quality - Clinch River

Announcement of an effort to restore water quality in the Clinch River and the following tributaries: Bark Camp Branch, Bear Creek, Fall Creek, Laurel Creek, Little Stoney Creek, Russell Creek, Staunton Creek, Stony Creek, Thompson Creek, Cove Creek, Stock Creek, Copper Creek, Moll Creek, Valley Creek, North Fork Clinch River, and Blackwater Creek in Tazewell, Russell, Wise, Scott, and Lee Counties, Virginia.

Public meeting location: Norton Community Center, 201 East Park Avenue NE, Norton, VA on August 22, 2013, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Purpose of notice: The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is announcing the final study report to restore water quality, public comment opportunity, and public meeting.

Meeting description: Final public meeting on a study to restore water quality.

Description of study: DEQ has been working to identify sources of bacterial contamination and sources of pollutants affecting aquatic organisms. The mainstem of the Clinch River is impaired for failure to meet the recreational use because of fecal coliform bacteria violations and violations of the E. coli standard. Bear Creek, Fall Creek, Little Stoney Creek, Russell Creek, Staunton Creek, Stony Creek, Cove Creek, Stock Creek, Copper Creek, Moll Creek, Valley Creek, North Fork Clinch River, and Blackwater Creek are impaired for failure to meet the recreational use because of fecal coliform bacteria violations and violations of the E. coli standard. Bark Camp Branch in Wise County, Laurel Creek in Russell and Tazewell Counties, as well as Thompson Creek in Tazewell County are impaired for failing to meet the aquatic life use (benthic impairment) based on violations of the general standard for aquatic organisms. Bark Camp Branch is also impaired for failure to meet the aquatic life use based on violations of the pH water quality standard.

During the study, the sources of bacterial contamination and pollutants impairing the aquatic community have been identified and total maximum daily loads, or TMDLs, developed for the impaired waters. To restore water quality, contamination levels must be reduced to the TMDL amount. A TMDL is the total amount of a pollutant a water body can contain and still meet water quality standards.

How a decision is made: The development of a TMDL includes public meetings and a public comment period once the study report is drafted. After public comments have been considered and addressed, DEQ will submit the TMDL report to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for approval.

How to comment: DEQ accepts written comments by email, fax, or postal mail. Written comments should include the name, address, and telephone number of the person commenting and be received by DEQ during the comment period, August 22, 2013, to September 23, 2013. DEQ also accepts written and oral comments at the public meeting announced in this notice.

To review fact sheets: Fact sheets are available on the impaired waters from the contacts below or on the DEQ website at http://www.deq.virginia.gov/Programs/Water/WaterQualityInformationTMDLs.aspx.

Contact for additional information: Martha Chapman, TMDL Coordinator, Department of Environmental Quality, Southwest Regional Office, 355-A Deadmore Street, Abingdon, VA 24210, telephone (276) 676-4800, FAX (276) 676-4899, or email martha.chapman@deq.virginia.gov.

Total Maximum Daily Load Implementation Plan for the Linville Creek Watershed

The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) seeks written and oral comments from interested persons on the development of a total maximum daily load (TMDL) Implementation Plan for the Linville Creek watershed in Rockingham County and the Town of Broadway. Linville Creek was first listed as impaired on the Virginia's § 303(d) TMDL Priority List and Report due to violations of the state's water quality standard for bacteria and the general water quality standard for aquatic life (benthic impairment) in 1998. The creek has remained on the § 303(d) list for these impairments since then. Both impairment designations on Linville Creek begin at the headwaters and extend 13.55 miles to its confluence with the North Fork of the Shenandoah River.

Section 303(d) of the Clean Water Act and § 62.1-44.19:7 C of the Code of Virginia require DEQ to develop TMDLs for pollutants responsible for each impaired water contained in Virginia's § 303(d) TMDL Priority List and Report. In addition, § 62.1-44.19:7 C of the Code of Virginia requires the development of an implementation plan (IP) for approved TMDLs. The IP should provide measurable goals and the date of expected achievement of water quality objectives. The IP should also include the corrective actions needed and their associated costs, benefits, and environmental impacts. Bacteria and benthic TMDLs were completed by DEQ for Linville Creek in March 2003 and were approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in September 2003. The TMDL report is available for review on the DEQ website at http://www.deq.virginia.gov/portals/0/DEQ/Water/TMDL/apptmdls/shenrvr/linville.pdf.

Development of the TMDL implementation plan began in November, 2012.

The second and final public meeting on the development of this TMDL implementation plan will be held on Wednesday, August 21, 2013, from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. at Linville Edom Ruritan Hall, 3752 Linville Edom Road, Linville, VA 22834. The implementation plan will be available on the DEQ website the day after the meeting for public comment:

http://www.deq.virginia.gov/Programs/Water/WaterQualityInformationTMDLs/TMDL/TMDLDevelopment/DraftTMDLReports.aspx.

The public comment period for the implementation plan will end on September 20, 2013. Written comments should include the name, address, and telephone number of the person submitting the comments and should be sent to Nesha McRae, Department of Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 3000, Harrisonburg, VA 22801, telephone (540) 574-7850, FAX (540) 574-7878, or email nesha.mcrae@deq.virginia.gov.

MOTOR VEHICLE DEALER BOARD

Notice of Periodic and Small Business Impact Reviews

Pursuant to Executive Order 14 (2010) and §§ 2.2-4007.1 and 2.2-4017 of the Code of Virginia, the Motor Vehicle Dealer Board is conducting a periodic review and small business impact review of 24VAC22-30, Motor Vehicle Dealer Advertising Practices and Enforcement Regulations.

The review of this regulation will be guided by the principles in Executive Order 14 (2010). The purpose of this review is to determine whether this regulation should be repealed, amended, or retained in its current form. Public comment is sought on the review of any issue relating to this regulation, including whether the regulation (i) is necessary for the protection of public health, safety, and welfare or for the economical performance of important governmental functions; (ii) minimizes the economic impact on small businesses in a manner consistent with the stated objectives of applicable law; and (iii) is clearly written and easily understandable.

The comment period begins August 26, 2013, and ends September 18, 2013.

Comments may be submitted online to the Virginia Regulatory Town Hall at http://www.townhall.virginia.gov/L/Forums.cfm. Comments may also be sent to Bruce Gould, Executive Director, 2200 West Broad Street, Suite 104, Richmond, VA 23220, telephone (804) 367-1100, FAX (804) 367-1052, or email bruce.gould@mvdb.virginia.gov.

Comments must include the commenter's name and address (physical or email) information in order to receive a response to the comment from the agency. Following the close of the public comment period, a report of both reviews will be posted on the Town Hall and a report of the small business impact review will be published in the Virginia Register of Regulations.

SAFETY AND HEALTH CODES BOARD

Small Business Impact Review - Report of Findings

Pursuant to § 2.2-4007.1 of the Code of Virginia, the Safety and Health Codes Board has conducted a small business impact review of 16VAC25-30, Regulations for Asbestos Emissions Standards for Demolition and Renovation Construction Activities and the Disposal of Asbestos-Containing Construction Wastes--Incorporation By Reference, 40 CFR 61.140 through 61.156, and determined that this regulation should be retained in its current form. The Safety and Health Codes Board is publishing its report of findings dated July 18, 2013, to support this decision in accordance with § 2.2-4007.1 G of the Code of Virginia.

Contractors who remove asbestos from, or demolish buildings containing asbestos, must meet certain standards pursuant to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) regulations and § 112 of the federal Clean Air Act. Therefore, there is a continued need for such a regulation. There were no comments on the regulation during the public comment period. This regulation affects all businesses (large and small) that remove asbestos from or demolish buildings containing asbestos. The regulation is not overly complex. It does not increase the costs for small businesses because the costs are the result of actions that are required by federal law and regulation to provide the protections mandated by this regulation.

As noted, contractors who remove asbestos from, or demolish buildings containing asbestos, must meet certain standards pursuant to the NESHAP regulations and § 112 of the federal Clean Air Act. This regulation does not overlap, duplicate, or conflict with federal or state law or regulation, as these state regulations are enforced by the Department of Labor and Industry in lieu of direct federal enforcement as per agreement between the department and the EPA.

This regulation was last subjected to a periodic review in 2009. Since that review, there have been no significant changes in technology, economic conditions, or other factors in the area affected by the regulation. At this time, there is nothing to indicate that the regulation should be amended or repealed, consistent with the stated objectives of applicable law, to minimize the economic impact of regulations on small businesses. The department believes that the regulation provides a positive cost/benefit to the regulated community, as adherence to the requirements of this regulation may actually lower costs to small businesses by protecting the health and well-being of both workers and the public, and thus shielding the businesses from the costs of litigation due to alleged exposures.

Contact Information: Reba O'Connor, Regulatory Coordinator, Main Street Centre, 600 East Main Street, Suite 207, Richmond, VA 23219, telephone (804) 371-2631, FAX (804) 786-8418, or email reba.oconnor@doli.virginia.gov.

Small Business Impact Review - Report of Findings

Pursuant to § 2.2-4007.1 of the Code of Virginia, the Safety and Health Codes Board has conducted a small business impact review of 16VAC25-70, Virginia Confined Space Standard for the Telecommunications Industry, and determined that this regulation should be retained in its current form. The Safety and Health Codes Board is publishing its report of findings dated July 18, 2013, to support this decision in accordance with § 2.2-4007.1 G of the Code of Virginia.

Telecommunications companies must meet certain standards pursuant to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act of 1970 and 29 CFR 1910.268(o). Therefore, there is a continued need for this regulation. There were no comments on the regulation during the public comment period. This regulation affects primarily businesses that are large, often multi-state, companies that do not meet the definition of small business, as defined in § 2.2-4007.1 A of the Code of Virginia.

Given the complex nature of the industry that it regulates, the regulation is not overly complex. In general, it does not increase the costs for small businesses, because very few small businesses operate in this industry.

As noted, companies working in the telecommunications industry must meet certain standards pursuant to the OSH Act of 1970 and 29 CFR 1910.268(o). This regulation does not overlap, duplicate, or conflict with federal or state law or regulation, as these state regulations are enforced by the Department of Labor and Industry in lieu of direct federal enforcement as per agreement between the department and the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

This regulation was last subjected to a periodic review in 2009. Since that review, there have been no significant changes in technology, economic conditions, or other factors in the area affected by the regulation. At this time, there is nothing to indicate that the regulation should be amended or repealed, consistent with the stated objectives of applicable law, to minimize the economic impact of regulations on small businesses. The department believes that the regulation provides a positive cost/benefit to the regulated community, as adherence to the requirements of this regulation may actually lower costs to businesses by protecting the health and well-being of their employees, thus shielding the businesses from the costs of litigation due to alleged exposures.

Contact Information: Reba O'Connor, Regulatory Coordinator, Main Street Centre, 600 East Main Street, Suite 207, Richmond, VA 23219, telephone (804) 371-2631, FAX (804) 786-8418, or email reba.oconnor@doli.virginia.gov.

Small Business Impact Review - Report of Findings

Pursuant to § 2.2-4007.1 of the Code of Virginia, the Safety and Health Codes Board has conducted a small business impact review of 16VAC25-97, Reverse Signal Operation Safety Requirements for Motor Vehicles, Machinery and Equipment in General Industry and the Construction Industry, and determined that this regulation should be retained in its current form. The Safety and Health Codes Board is publishing its report of findings dated July 18, 2013, to support this decision in accordance with § 2.2-4007.1 G of the Code of Virginia.

Construction companies must meet certain standards pursuant to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act of 1970. In addition, because federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) mandates that a state plan be at least as effective as the OSHA plan, there is a continued need for such a regulation. There were no comments on the regulation during the public comment period. This regulation affects all businesses (large and small) that are engaged in construction activity. The regulation is not overly complex. It does not increase the costs for small businesses because the costs are the result of actions that are required by federal law and regulation to provide the protections mandated by this regulation.

As noted, companies engaged in construction activity must meet certain standards pursuant to the OSH Act of 1970, and OSHA mandates that a state plan be at least as effective as the OSHA plan. This regulation does not overlap, duplicate, or conflict with federal or state law or regulation, as these state regulations are enforced by the Department of Labor and Industry in lieu of direct federal enforcement as per agreement between the department and OSHA.

This regulation was last subjected to a periodic review in 2009. Since that review, there have been no significant changes in technology, economic conditions, or other factors in the area affected by the regulation. At this time, there is nothing to indicate that the regulation should be amended or repealed, consistent with the stated objectives of applicable law, to minimize the economic impact of regulations on small businesses. The department believes that the regulation provides a positive cost/benefit to the regulated community, as adherence to the requirements of this regulation may actually lower costs to small businesses by protecting the health and well-being of their employees, thus shielding the businesses from the costs of litigation due to injuries or fatalities.

Contact Information: Reba O'Connor, Regulatory Coordinator, Main Street Centre, 600 East Main Street, Suite 207, Richmond, VA 23219, telephone (804) 371-2631, FAX (804) 786-8418, or email reba.oconnor@doli.virginia.gov.

Small Business Impact Review - Report of Findings

Pursuant to § 2.2-4007.1 of the Code of Virginia, the Safety and Health Codes Board has conducted a small business impact review of 16VAC25-140, Virginia Confined Space Standard for the Construction Industry, and determined that this regulation should be retained in its current form. The Safety and Health Codes Board is publishing its report of findings dated July 18, 2013, to support this decision in accordance with § 2.2-4007.1 G of the Code of Virginia.

Construction companies must meet certain standards pursuant to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act of 1970. In addition, because the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) mandates that a state plan be at least as effective as the OSHA plan, there is a continued need for such a regulation. There were no comments on the regulation during the public comment period. This regulation affects all businesses (large and small) that are engaged in construction activity. The regulation is not overly complex. It does not increase the costs for small businesses because the costs are the result of actions that are required by federal law and regulation to provide the protections mandated by this regulation.

As noted, companies engaged in construction activity must meet certain standards pursuant to the OSH Act of 1970, and OSHA mandates that a state plan be at least as effective as the OSHA plan. This regulation does not overlap, duplicate, or conflict with federal or state law or regulation, as these state regulations are enforced by the Department of Labor and Industry in lieu of direct federal enforcement as per agreement between the department and OSHA.

This regulation was last subjected to a periodic review in 2009. Since that review, there have been no significant changes in technology, economic conditions, or other factors in the area affected by the regulation. At this time, there is nothing to indicate that the regulation should be amended or repealed, consistent with the stated objectives of applicable law, to minimize the economic impact of regulations on small businesses. The department believes that the regulation provides a positive cost/benefit to the regulated community, as adherence to the requirements of this regulation may actually lower costs to small businesses by protecting the health and well-being of their employees, thus shielding the businesses from the costs of litigation due to injuries or fatalities.

Contact Information: Reba O'Connor, Regulatory Coordinator, Main Street Centre, 600 East Main Street, Suite 207, Richmond, VA 23219, telephone (804) 371-2631, FAX (804) 786-8418, or email reba.oconnor@doli.virginia.gov.

Small Business Impact Review - Report of Findings

Pursuant to § 2.2-4007.1 of the Code of Virginia, the Safety and Health Codes Board has conducted a small business impact review of 16VAC25-150, Underground Construction, Construction Industry, and determined that this regulation should be retained in its current form. The Safety and Health Codes Board is publishing its report of findings dated July 18, 2013, to support this decision in accordance with § 2.2-4007.1 G of the Code of Virginia.

Construction companies must meet certain standards pursuant to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act of 1970. In addition, because the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) mandates that a state plan be at least as effective as the OSHA plan, there is a continued need for such a regulation. There were no comments on the regulation during the public comment period. This regulation affects all businesses (large and small) that are engaged in construction activity. The regulation is not overly complex. It does not increase the costs for small businesses because the costs are the result of actions that are required by federal law and regulation to provide the protections mandated by this regulation.

As noted, companies engaged in construction activity must meet certain standards pursuant to the OSH Act of 1970, and OSHA mandates that a state plan be at least as effective as the OSHA plan. This regulation does not overlap, duplicate, or conflict with federal or state law or regulation, as these state regulations are enforced by the Department of Labor and Industry in lieu of direct federal enforcement as per agreement between the department and OSHA.

This regulation was last subjected to a periodic review in 2009. Since that review, there have been no significant changes in technology, economic conditions, or other factors in the area affected by the regulation. At this time, there is nothing to indicate that the regulation should be amended or repealed, consistent with the stated objectives of applicable law, to minimize the economic impact of regulations on small businesses. The department believes that the regulation provides a positive cost/benefit to the regulated community, as adherence to the requirements of this regulation may actually lower costs to small businesses by protecting the health and well-being of their employees, thus shielding the businesses from the costs of litigation due to injuries or fatalities.

Contact Information: Reba O'Connor, Regulatory Coordinator, Main Street Centre, 600 East Main Street, Suite 207, Richmond, VA 23219, telephone (804) 371-2631, FAX (804) 786-8418, or email reba.oconnor@doli.virginia.gov.

Small Business Impact Review - Report of Findings

Pursuant to § 2.2-4007.1 of the Code of Virginia, the Safety and Health Codes Board has conducted a small business impact review of 16VAC25-170, Virginia Excavation Standard, Construction Industry (29 CFR 1926.650 - 1926.652), and determined that this regulation should be retained in its current form. The Safety and Health Codes Board is publishing its report of findings dated July 18, 2013, to support this decision in accordance with § 2.2-4007.1 G of the Code of Virginia.

Construction companies must meet certain standards pursuant to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act of 1970. In addition, because the federal Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) mandates that a state plan be at least as effective as the OSHA plan, there is a continued need for such a regulation. There were no comments on the regulation during the public comment period. This regulation affects all businesses (large and small) that are engaged in construction activity. The regulation is not overly complex. It does not increase the costs for small businesses because the costs are the result of actions that are required by federal law and regulation to provide the protections mandated by this regulation.

As noted, companies engaged in construction activity must meet certain standards pursuant to the OSH) Act of 1970, and OSHA mandates that a state plan be at least as effective as the OSHA plan. This regulation does not overlap, duplicate, or conflict with federal or state law or regulation, as these state regulations are enforced by the Department of Labor and Industry in lieu of direct federal enforcement as per agreement between the department and OSHA.

This regulation was last subjected to a periodic review in 2009. Since that review, there have been no significant changes in technology, economic conditions, or other factors in the area affected by the regulation. At this time, there is nothing to indicate that the regulation should be amended or repealed, consistent with the stated objectives of applicable law, to minimize the economic impact of regulations on small businesses. The department believes that the regulation provides a positive cost/benefit to the regulated community, as adherence to the requirements of this regulation may actually lower costs to small businesses by protecting the health and well-being of their employees, thus shielding the businesses from the costs of litigation due to injuries or fatalities.

Contact Information: Reba O'Connor, Regulatory Coordinator, Main Street Centre, 600 East Main Street, Suite 207, Richmond, VA 23219, telephone (804) 371-2631, FAX (804) 786-8418, or email reba.oconnor@doli.virginia.gov.

STATE BOARD OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Notice of Periodic and Small Business Impact Reviews

Pursuant to Executive Order 14 (2010) and §§ 2.2-4007.1 and 2.2-4017 of the Code of Virginia, the Department of Social Services is conducting a periodic review and small business impact review of 22VAC40-111, Standards for Licensed Family Day Homes. The review of this regulation will be guided by the principles in Executive Order 14 (2010).

The purpose of this review is to determine whether this regulation should be repealed, amended, or retained in its current form. Public comment is sought on the review of any issue relating to this regulation, including whether the regulation (i) is necessary for the protection of public health, safety, and welfare or for the economical performance of important governmental functions; (ii) minimizes the economic impact on small businesses in a manner consistent with the stated objectives of applicable law; and (iii) is clearly written and easily understandable.

The comment period begins August 12, 2013, and ends September 2, 2013.

Comments may be submitted online to the Virginia Regulatory Town Hall at http://www.townhall.virginia.gov/L/Forums.cfm. Comments may also be sent to Rebecca Sagle, Program Consultant, 801 East Main Street, Richmond, VA 23219, telephone (804) 726-7037, FAX (804) 726-7132, or email rebecca.sagle@dss.virginia.gov.

Comments must include the commenter's name and address (physical or email) information in order to receive a response to the comment from the agency. Following the close of the public comment period, a report of both reviews will be posted on the Town Hall and a report of the small business impact review will be published in the Virginia Register of Regulations.

Notice of Periodic and Small Business Impact Reviews

Pursuant to Executive Order 14 (2010) and §§ 2.2-4007.1 and 2.2-4017 of the Code of Virginia, the Department of Social Services is conducting a periodic review and small business impact review of 22VAC40-151, Standards for Licensed Children's Residential Facilities. The review of this regulation will be guided by the principles in Executive Order 14 (2010).

The purpose of this review is to determine whether this regulation should be repealed, amended, or retained in its current form. Public comment is sought on the review of any issue relating to this regulation, including whether the regulation (i) is necessary for the protection of public health, safety, and welfare or for the economical performance of important governmental functions; (ii) minimizes the economic impact on small businesses in a manner consistent with the stated objectives of applicable law; and (iii) is clearly written and easily understandable.

The comment period begins August 12, 2013, and ends September 2, 2013.

Comments may be submitted online to the Virginia Regulatory Town Hall at http://www.townhall.virginia.gov/L/Forums.cfm. Comments may also be sent to Sharon Lindsay, Program Consultant, 801 East Main Street, Richmond, VA 23219, telephone (804) 726-7167, FAX (804) 726-7132, or email sharon.lindsay@dss.virginia.gov.

Comments must include the commenter's name and address (physical or email) information in order to receive a response to the comment from the agency. Following the close of the public comment period, a report of both reviews will be posted on the Town Hall and a report of the small business impact review will be published in the Virginia Register of Regulations.

STATE WATER CONTROL BOARD

Proposed Enforcement Action for Commonwealth Wood Preservers, Inc., Hampton

An enforcement action has been proposed for Commonwealth Wood Preservers, Inc., Hampton, for alleged violations of the State Water Control Law. A description of the proposed action is available at the Department of Environmental Quality office named below or online at www.deq.virginia.gov. Mr. Robin Schuhmann will accept comments by email at robin.schuhmann@deq.virginia.gov, FAX (757) 518-2009, or postal mail at Department of Environmental Quality, Tidewater Regional Office, 5636 Southern Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23462, from August 12, 2013, through September 11, 2013.

Proposed Enforcement Action for HP Enterprise Services, LLC

An enforcement action has been proposed for HP Enterprise Services, LLC for alleged violations in Herndon, Virginia. The action seeks to resolve the unauthorized discharge of oil to state waters. A description of the proposed action is available at the Department of Environmental Quality office named below or online at www.deq.virginia.gov. Sarah Baker will accept comments by email at sarah.baker@deq.virginia.gov, FAX (703) 583-3821, or postal mail at Department of Environmental Quality, Northern Regional Office, 13901 Crown Court, Woodbridge, VA 22193, from August 13, 2013, through September 12, 2013.

Proposed Consent Order for Nelson County Service Authority

An enforcement action has been proposed for Nelson County Service Authority for violations in Nelson County. A proposed consent order describes a settlement to resolve effluent limitation violations from the Nelson County Regional STP facility. A description of the proposed action is available at the Department of Environmental Quality office named below or online at www.deq.virginia.gov. Steven W. Hetrick will accept comments by email at steven.hetrick@deq.virginia.gov, FAX (540) 574-7878, or postal mail at Department of Environmental Quality, Valley Regional Office, P.O. Box 3000, 4411 Early Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801, from August 12, 2013, through September 11, 2013.

Proposed Guidelines for the New Stormwater Local Assistance Fund

On behalf of the State Water Control Board, the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is presenting its draft guidelines for the new Stormwater Local Assistance Fund for public review and comment. A public meeting will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, August 14, 2013, in the Department of Environmental Quality's 2nd Floor Conference Room, 629 East Main Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219. The public review and comment period will end on September 18, 2013.

In order to reduce non-point source pollution from stormwater runoff, the Virginia General Assembly included Item 360 in Chapter 806 of the 2013 Acts of Assembly (the Commonwealth's 2013-2014 Budget), which created and set forth specific parameters for the administration of the Stormwater Local Assistance Fund (SLAF). With the consolidation of water quality programs with the board through Chapters 756 and 793 of the 2013 Acts of Assembly (HB 2048 and SB 1279), administration of the SLAF resides with the board and DEQ.

The legislation directed the board to issue guidelines for the distribution of moneys from the SLAF and required the process for development of guidelines to include (i) a 60-day public comment period on the draft guidelines; (ii) written responses to all comments received; and (iii) notice of the availability of draft guidelines and final guidelines to all who request such notice. The draft guidelines are now available for public review and comment at http://www.deq.virginia.gov/programs/water/cleanwaterFinancingAssistance.aspx.

Questions and comments should be directed to the contact person below.

Contact Information: Walter Gills, Department of Environmental Quality, 629 East Main Street, P.O. Box 1105, Richmond, VA 23218, telephone (804) 698-4133, or email walter.gills@deq.virgiia.gov.

VIRGINIA CODE COMMISSION

Notice to State Agencies

Contact Information: Mailing Address: Virginia Code Commission, General Assembly Building, 201 North 9th Street, 2nd Floor, Richmond, VA 23219; Telephone: Voice (804) 786-3591; FAX (804) 692-0625; Email: varegs@dls.virginia.gov.

Meeting Notices: Section 2.2-3707 C of the Code of Virginia requires state agencies to post meeting notices on their websites and on the Commonwealth Calendar at http://www.virginia.gov/connect/commonwealth-calendar.

Cumulative Table of Virginia Administrative Code Sections Adopted, Amended, or Repealed: A table listing regulation sections that have been amended, added, or repealed in the Virginia Register of Regulations since the regulations were originally published or last supplemented in the print version of the Virginia Administrative Code is available at http://register.dls.virginia.gov/documents/cumultab.pdf.

Filing Material for Publication in the Virginia Register of Regulations: Agencies use the Regulation Information System (RIS) to file regulations and related items for publication in the Virginia Register of Regulations. The Registrar's office works closely with the Department of Planning and Budget (DPB) to coordinate the system with the Virginia Regulatory Town Hall. RIS and Town Hall complement and enhance one another by sharing pertinent regulatory information.