Louisiana Administrative Code
Title 33 - ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Part VI - Inactive and Abandoned Hazardous Waste and Hazardous Substances Site Remediation
Chapter 8 - Public Information and Participation
Section VI-801 - Public Information

Universal Citation: LA Admin Code VI-801

Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 9, September 20, 2024

A. The department shall ensure that site-related information is available to the public by providing access to all public records and information obtained by the department unless such information has been designated confidential by the secretary, as authorized in R.S. 30:2030 and/or LAC 33:I.501.

B. As appropriate, the department, or PRPs as directed by the department, shall actively disseminate information to the public concerning site remedial activities. All information dissemination activities undertaken by PRPs shall be performed under the direction and approval of the department. Methods for disseminating site information include, but are not limited to, the methods listed in Paragraphs B.1-3 of this Section.

1. Information Repositories. The Office of Environmental Assessment may establish and maintain an information repository in a public location near the site. If a repository is established, PRPs shall provide the department with copies of all necessary documents.

2. Fact Sheets or Newsletters. The department, or PRPs as directed by the department, may draft and distribute fact sheets or newsletters concerning site activities. If directed by the department, PRPs shall provide for the drafting, printing, and distribution of the fact sheets or newsletters.

3. Informational Open Houses. The department may hold informational open houses to discuss site activities with interested citizens. If directed by the department, the PRPs shall assume all costs of these informational meetings and shall provide materials as directed by the department.

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 30:2221 et seq., and 2271 et seq.

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