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DEQ: Tips for Making Public Comments Count
By Donna Kemp Spangler I understand people’s frustrations when they take the time to submit a written or verbal public comment on a regulatory proposal and at the end of the process, the final rule or regulation doesn’t seem to reflect their comment. They walk away with a feeling their comment doesn’t really matter. That’s…
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Boards of the Department of Environmental Quality Air Quality Board Air Quality Policy Advisory Board Drinking Water Board Utah State Emergency Response Commission (SERC) Waste Management and Radiation Control Board Water Quality Board
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Our Mission, Vision, and Values
Mission Safeguarding and improving Utah’s air, land and water through balanced regulation Vision Clean air, land and water for a healthy and prosperous Utah Values Exceptional Service We are public servants committed to the people of Utah and our customers. We solve problems, actively engage stakeholders, and are professional, responsive and fair. Commitment to Employees…
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Contact DEQ
DEQ’s mission is, “Safeguarding and improving Utah’s air, land and water through balanced regulation.” We implement State and federal environmental laws and work with individuals, community groups, and businesses to protect the quality of our air, land and water. Executive Director’s Office Provides Departmental Leadership P.O. Box 144810Salt Lake City, UT 84114-4810 Program Contacts Office…
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Contact DEQ
Help Offices Divisions General Contact Information DEQ Information Line: (800) 458-0145
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Report an Incident
Significant environmental incidents Needing a fast response, sooner than next business day Emergencies that threaten life or property Call 911 or your local emergency number. Major incidents Call our 24-hour incident phone number: For significant or major environmental incidents, including radiological materials incidents. Cybersecurity incidents at a public water system Division of Drinking Water’s 24/7…
