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strict emissions and study <X> levels. N:>ne of these emission controls have been discussed in Atlas' protx)sal. Mr. Lichter stated that on that basis, he doesn't know what Atlas is pro~sing and doesn't think the Commission could know either. The other thing that has to be done to control emissions is minimize the t:erticulate loading to the air pollution control mite Based on the type of incinerator mentioned in the sl ide presentation, these types of units have a tendency to produce a srnokey vapor in the primary chamber and then in the secondary chamber there is additional auxilliary fuel and air injected to completely combust. Literature has sown that with that t)~ of an operation you will produce more dixoins because you are increasing your particulate loading to the air ~llution control system. The problem with a contract burn facility is that you ",'ill not have a constant waste stream, so how can you maintain a constant BID level and manage the operation and prevent higher levels of dioxins. These questions need to be address and it is understandable that fran a research standpoint, not all the answers are available. But, when unknowns like rockets are tested, it is done in a desert 5an&'here in Utah. Dan Berg - Replied that the studies to which Mr. Lichter refers to ",'ill be required. There is a standard list of criteria pollutants that always receive consideration and they include particulates, acid gases and some metals. Tnere are non-criteria pollutants of concern and MPCA \dll obtain an inventory of these and the rates at which they will be emitted. N::m-criteria pollutants include dioxins and other types of things that are of concern. The stUDY involves establishing emission rates, evaluating the plume and health risk to people. The health risk assessment involves direct exposure to the pollutants as well as through the food chain. The purpose of the environmental assessment worksheet is to oetermine whether an environmental impact statement is necessary. The process involves publishing a document that reviews all the things mentioneo above, subjecting it to public comment for 30 oays and respond to the comments before the Citizen's Board. The Citizen's Board is responsible for deciding whether an environmental impact statement is required. Mr. Labat stated that Yunnesota has serne of the strictest ana toughest laws in the U.s. as it relates to pennittingincinerators. If Ramsey issues a conditional use permit with the conoition that Atlas has to meet HPCA' s test, Atlas vlill rove ahead because they are confiaent they can meet that test. If Atlas can't, they are out of business, as is the entire inoustry. Atlas feels confident it can meet J.rr>cA's test but moving forward is on the condition that Atlas can haVE: a proper facility because the economics are contingent upon being able to continue to develop state-of-the art equipnent, ",'hich requires testing, under the auspices of Hinnesota. Barolo Zupon - 6285 l43ro - Stateo he doesn't have anything against the manufacturing portion of the operation but placing another garbage facility in Ramsey will not serve the people's best interest. !v';.r. Zupon noteD that the public hearing ",'as to receive positive ano negative comments but Atlas is doing most of the talking. Hr. Zupon inquired if Atlas has applied elsewhere for permits. ~x. Labat - Replied that application hao been maoe elsewhere but it was vd thdr av.'I1. Planning & Zoning Publ ic Hearing/June 7, 1988 Page 5 of 12 1~