"Scoping" is for projects in the earliest stages of planning. At the scoping stage, detailed information on a project's design, alternatives, and environmental impacts does not yet exist. Sponsoring agencies are asking for comments from other agencies and from the public as to the scope of alternatives and environmental impacts that should be considered for further study. Send your comments to the contact person listed for the project by the date indicated.
1. Notice of Scoping for Windham Region Transit District : Bus Garage and Administration Building
Municipality where proposed project might be located: Mansfield
Address of Possible Project Location: South Frontage Road at Storrs Road (Rte 195)
Project Description: The project involves the construction of new administration, repair, and storage buildings for use by the Windham Region Transit District on 4.5 acres of land on South Frontage Road adjacent to the commuter lot near Route 195 in Mansfield. The project consists of the construction of two buildings. The first building will include 3,600 square feet for administrative offices and 4,330 square feet for vehicle repair bays. This building will be a single-story, steel-framed building with masonry and metal siding. The second building will include 14,626 square feet for enclosed vehicle parking to accomodate 30 buses This single-story pre-engineered building will be metal sided. Total floor space of the two buildings will be 22,556 square feet.
Site work associated with the project consists of excavation and grading work to accommodate the buildings and the access road, regrading of site for storm runoff, installation of drainage structures, installation of an underground oil-water separator, installation of building utilities, installation of pavement; the two building structures, curbing, fencing, turf establishment, employee parking, and exterior site lighting.
Project Map(s):
Click here to view a Project Location Map
Click here to view an Aerial Map of the project area
Click here to view Project Plans
Written comments from the public are welcomed and will be accepted until the close of business on: December 6, 2012
Any person can ask the sponsoring agency to hold a Public Scoping Meeting by sending such a request to the address below. If a meeting is requested by 25 or more individuals, or by an association that represents 25 or more members, the sponsoring agency shall schedule a Public Scoping Meeting. Such requests must be made by November 16, 2012.
Written comments and/or requests for a Public Scoping Meeting should be sent to:
| Name: | Mr. Mark W. Alexander, Transportation Assistant Planning Director |
| Agency: | Bureau of Policy and Planning |
| Connecticut Department of Transportation | |
| Address: | 2800 Berlin Turnpike |
| Newington, CT 06131 | |
| Fax: | 860-594-3028 |
| E-Mail: | dot.environmentalplanning@ct.gov |
If you have questions about the scoping for this project, contact:
| Name: | Mr. John W. Waleszczyk, Transportation Supervising Engineer |
| Agency: | Bureau of Engineering and Construction |
| Connecticut Department of Transportation | |
| Address: | 2800 Berlin Turnpike |
| Newington, CT 06131 | |
| Phone: | 860-594-3300 |
| Fax: | 860-594-3375 |
| E-Mail: | john.waleszczyk@ct.gov |
2. Notice of Scoping for: New London Road (Route 1), 12” Water Main Extension, Noank/Ledyard Road to Judson Ave, Construction Design (Revised from June 7, 2011)
Municipality where proposed project might be located: Town of Groton
Address of Possible Project Location: The project is scheduled to proceedeasterly along Route 1 from Noank/Ledyard Road to Judson Avenue
Project Description: The Town of Groton received a federal grant through the Special Appropriation Act Projects (SAAP) Program in 2005 for this project. Under the SAAP Program the DPH entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) to administer this grant on behalf of the USEPA. Part of the DPH’s administrative responsibilities under the MOU was to perform an environmental assessment of the project under the Connecticut Environmental Policy Act (CEPA). On September 29, 2011 the USEPA issued a letter to the Town notifying them that the 2005 grant was one of many federal SAAP grants rescinded by Congress under Public Law 112-10. Due to the rescission of federal funds and the fact that no state funds were allocated, this project is no longer considered a state action subject to CEPA requirements. As a result, the original scoping notice for this project posted on June 7, 20011 is being rescinded.
If you have questions about this project, contact:
| Name: | Mr. Cameron Walden |
| Agency: | Department of Public Health |
| Drinking Water Section | |
| Address: | 450 Capitol Avenue, MS #51WAT |
| PO Box 340308 | |
| Hartford, CT 06134-0308 | |
| Phone: | 860-509-7333 |
| Fax: | 860-509-7359 |
| E-Mail: | DPH.CTDWSRF@ct.gov |
3. Notice of Scoping for Lake Konomoc Intake Pump Station - Phase 2
Municipality where proposed project might be located: Waterford
Address of Possible Project Location: 1153 Hartford Turnpike
Project Description: The City of New London proposes to construct an emergency intake pump station at the Lake Konomoc site, adjacent to its Lake Konomoc Water Treatment Plant. The intake pump station has been designed to operate under flow conditions equal to that of the existing water treatment plant, which pumps at an average flow rate of 9 MGD of raw water and has a peak capacity of 12 MGD.
The Lake Konomoc Intake Pump Station project was divided into two phases in March 2002 in order to fast track the project in response to a contemporaneous water supply emergency. Phase 1 of the project involved the installation of the stainless steel, passive intake screen and 36-inch HDPE intake pipe project and was completed in May 2003. Phase 2 will consist of the construction of the permanent intake pump station structure, and the lying and connection of the discharge pipe to the existing water treatment plant.
Project Map: Click here to view a map of the project area.
Written comments from the public are welcomed and will be accepted until the close of business on: Thursday, January, 3, 2013
Any person can ask the sponsoring agency to hold a Public Scoping Meeting by sending such a request to the address below. If a meeting is requested by 25 or more individuals, or by an association that represents 25 or more members, the sponsoring agency shall schedule a Public Scoping Meeting. Such requests must be made by Friday, December 14, 2012.
Written comments and/or requests for a Public Scoping Meeting should be sent to:
| Name: | Mr. Eric McPhee |
| Agency: | Department of Public Health |
| Drinking Water Section | |
| Address: | 410 Capitol Avenue, MS #51WAT |
| PO Box 340308 | |
| Hartford, | |
| Fax: | 860-509-7359 |
| E-Mail: | dph.sourceprotection@ct.gov |
If you have questions about the public meeting, or other questions about the scoping for this project, contact:
| Name: | Ms. Patricia Bisacky |
| Agency: | Department of Public Health |
| Drinking Water Section | |
| Address: | 410 Capitol Avenue, MS #51WAT |
| PO Box 340308 | |
| Hartford, | |
| Phone: | 860-509-7333 |
| Fax: | 860-509-7359 |
| E-Mail: | patricia.bisacky@ct.gov |
1. Post-Scoping Notice for: Royal Oaks Project, Norwich
Municipality where project will be located: Norwich
CEPA Determination: On August 7, 2012 the Department of Public Health (DPH) published a Notice of Scoping to solicit public comments for this project in the Environmental Monitor.
The Agency received comments from the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. The DPH has taken those comments into consideration and has concluded that the project does not require the preparation of Environmental Impact Evaluation under CEPA. The agency’s conclusion is documented in a Memo of Findings and Determination and Environmental Assessment Checklist.
If you have questions about the project, you can contact the agency at:
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Name: |
Mr. Eric McPhee |
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Agency: |
Department of Public Health |
| Drinking Water Section | |
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Address: |
410 Capitol Avenue, MS# 51WAT |
| PO Box 340308 | |
| Hartford, CT 06134 | |
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Phone: |
860-509-7333 |
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Fax: |
860-509-7359 |
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E-Mail: |
dph.sourceprotection@ct.gov |
What happens next: The DPH expects the project to go forward. This is expected to be the final notice of the project to be published in the Environmental Monitor.
2. Post-Scoping Notice for: Water Main Extension, Route 4, Burlington
Municipality where project will be located: Burlington
CEPA Determination: On May 3, 2011 the Department of Public Health (DPH) published a Notice of Scoping to solicit public comments for this project in the Environmental Monitor.
Based on the comments provided by the Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) and the DPH Source Water Protection Unit on June 6, 2011, it has been determined that the project does not require the preparation of Environmental Impact Evaluation (EIE) under CEPA. The DPH will coordinate with the Town of Burlington to ensure that the recommendations by the DEEP will be implemented.
The agency’s conclusion is documented in a Memorandum of Findings and Determination and an Environmental Assessment Checklist.
If you have questions about the project, you can contact the agency at:
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Name: |
Mr. Eric McPhee |
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Agency: |
Department of Public Health |
| Drinking Water Section | |
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Address: |
450 Capitol Avenue, MS #51WAT |
| P O Box 340308 | |
| Hartford, CT 06134-0308 | |
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Phone: |
860-509-7333 |
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Fax: |
860-509-7359 |
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E-Mail: |
dph.sourceprotection@ct.gov |
3. Post-Scoping Notice for: Grove Street Storage Tank Improvements
Municipality where project will be located: Bristol
CEPA Determination: On July 3, 2012the Department of Public Health (DPH) published a Notice of Scoping to solicit public comments for this project in the Environmental Monitor.
Based on the comments provided by the Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) on August 1, 2012, it has been determined that the project does not require the preparation of Environmental Impact Evaluation (EIE) under CEPA. The DPH will coordinate with the City of Bristol to ensure that the recommendations by the DEEP will be implemented.
The agency’s conclusion is documented in a Memorandum of Findings and Determination and Environmental Assessment Checklist.
If you have questions about the project, you can contact the agency at:
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Name: |
Mr. Eric McPhee |
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Agency: |
Department of Public Health |
| Drinking Water Section | |
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Address: |
450 Capitol Avenue, MS #51WAT |
| P O Box 340308 | |
| Hartford, CT 06134-0308 | |
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Phone: |
860-509-7333 |
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Fax: |
860-509-7359 |
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E-Mail: |
dph.sourceprotection@ct.gov |
What happens next: The DPH expects the project to go forward. This is expected to be the final notice of the project to be published in the Environmental Monitor.
4. Post-Scoping Notice for: Old Wolcott Road Water Storage Tank Improvements
Municipality where project will be located: Bristol
CEPA Determination: On July 3, 2012 the Department of Public Health (DPH) published a Notice of Scoping to solicit public comments for this project in the Environmental Monitor.
Based on the comments provided by the Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) on August 1, 2012, it has been determined that the project does not require the preparation of Environmental Impact Evaluation (EIE) under CEPA. The DPH will coordinate with the Town of Ledyard to ensure that the recommendations by the DEEP will be implemented.
The agency's conclusion is documented in a Memorandum of Findings and Determination and an Environmental Assessment Checklist.
If you have questions about the project, you can contact the agency at:
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Name: |
Mr. Eric McPhee |
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Agency: |
Department of Public Health |
| Drinking Water Section | |
|
Address: |
450 Capitol Avenue, MS #51WAT |
| P O Box 340308 | |
| Hartford, CT 06134-0308 | |
|
Phone: |
860-509-7333 |
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Fax: |
860-509-7359 |
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E-Mail: |
dph.sourceprotection@ct.gov |
What happens next: The DPH expects the project to go forward. This is expected to be the final notice of the project to be published in the Environmental Monitor.
5. Post-Scoping Notice for:West Hartford Water Treatment Facility North Storage Basin
Municipality where project will be located: West Hartford
CEPA Determination: On July 3, 2012 the Department of Public Health (DPH) published a Notice of Scoping to solicit public comments for this project in the Environmental Monitor.
Based on the comments provided by the Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) on August 1, 2012, it has been determined that the project does not require the preparation of Environmental Impact Evaluation (EIE) under CEPA. The DPH will coordinate with the Metropolitan District Commission to ensure that the recommendations by the DEEP will be implemented.
The agency's conclusion is documented in a Memorandum of Findings and Determination and an Environmental Assessment Checklist.
If you have questions about the project, you can contact the agency at:
|
Name: |
Mr. Eric McPhee |
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Agency: |
Department of Public Health |
| Drinking Water Section | |
|
Address: |
450 Capitol Avenue, MS #51WAT |
| P O Box 340308 | |
| Hartford, CT 06134-0308 | |
|
Phone: |
860-509-7333 |
|
Fax: |
860-509-7359 |
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E-Mail: |
dph.sourceprotection@ct.gov |
What happens next: The DPH expects the project to go forward. This is expected to be the final notice of the project to be published in the Environmental Monitor.
After Scoping, an agency that wishes to undertake an action that could significantly affect the environment must produce, for public review and comment, a detailed written evaluation of the expected environmental impacts. This is called an Environmental Impact Evaluation (EIE).
1. Notice of Environmental Impact Evaluation for Additional Source(s) of Water Supply for the University of Connecticut, Storrs, with revised Executive Summary Municipalities where project is proposed: Mansfield and potentially Windham, Coventry, Tolland, Bolton, Manchester, East Hartford, South Windsor, and Vernon. Project Description: The Project Maps: Click here to view maps of potential interconnection alternatives Written comments on this EIE will be accepted until the close of business on: December 21, 2012 The public can view a copy of this EIE at the following locations: Office of the Town Clerk Office of the Town Clerk Office of the Town Clerk Office of the Town Clerk Town Clerk’s Office Office of the Town Clerk 41 Center Street 4 South Eagleville Road 21 Tolland Green Office of the Town Clerk Office of the Town Clerk The EIE can also be viewed on line by clicking on the sections below: 1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY - REVISED 11-16-12
5.0 ALTERNATIVE #1 – NO ACTION OR NO-BUILD 6.0 ALTERNATIVE #2 – REPLACEMENT OF WELL A AT THE FENTON RIVER WELLFIELD 7.0 ALTERNATIVE #3 – INTERCONNECTION WITH THE CONNECTICUT WATER COMPANY 8.0 ALTERNATIVE #4 – INTERCONNECTION WITH THE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COMMISSION 9.0 ALTERNATIVE #5 – INTERCONNECTION WITH WINDHAM WATER WORKS 10.0 ALTERNATIVE #6 - NEW WELLFIELD ALONG THE WILLIMANTIC RIVER 11.0 ALTERNATIVE #7 - NEW WELLFIELD NEARBY MANSFIELD HOLLOW LAKE 12.0 SELECTION OF PREFERRED ALTERNATIVE
A public hearing will be held on this EIE on: DATE: Tuesday, December 11, 2012 TIME: 7:00 p.m. (Doors will be open at 6:00 p.m. to allow review of informational materials.) PLACE: Room 146, UConn Bishop Center; One Bishop Circle; Storrs, CT Written comments should be sent to: Name: Jason M. Coite Agency: Address: Phone: 860-486-9305 Fax: 860-486-5477 Email: jason.coite@uconn.edu If you have questions about the public hearing, or other questions about the EIE, contact Mr. Coite as directed above.
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