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DNR News > ecoNews Wire Archive 2004



ecoNews for December 30, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: January sign up for counties to evaluate animal confinement sites, Public hearing set for DNR engineering standards for open feedlots, Public comment sought for water quality plan at Lake Meyer, DNR accepting applications for nonpoint funding, CRP signup to benefit bobwhite quail, Wednesday air quality unhealthy in Scott County

ecoNews for December 16, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Timeline for updating water quality standards on EPC December agenda, Commercial manure applicator training offered January 5, Resources available to help establish nonprofits, DNR enforcement actions

ecoNews for December 9, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: DNR works to identify sources of pollution in Elk Run Creek, Public comments sought on water quality plan for Yeader Creek, Revised special waste authorization process for landfills, Public hearings set for DNR engineering standards for open feedlots

ecoNews for December 2, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Excess precipitation causes Burlington wastewater bypass, Fire hydrant sends plume of mud into Cedar River, Public input sought for Lake Smith water quality plan, Public input sought for Indian Lake water quality plan, DNR enforcement actions

ecoNews for November 24, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Media advisory: Bee Rite Tire cleanup to begin Tuesday, DNR wins $300,000 EPA grant to make environmental data more accessible, DNR enforcement actions

ecoNews for November 18, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Vandals kill three trees in Ventura Park, One fish kill in Carroll County linked to open feedlot, Public comment sought on four Iowa lake water quality plans, Volunteers earn awards, recycled money for service

ecoNews for November 12, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Cleanup work continues on anhydrous ammonia release near Woodbine, Public comment sought on four Iowa lake water quality plans, DNR enforcement actions

ecoNews for November 4, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Environmental Protection Commission to address open feedlot rules, tire cleanup, Last of the big tire cleanups, DNR investigates fish kill in Carroll County, Wastewater release at Storm Lake plant, City of Cedar Rapids bypasses to creek, DNR enforcement actions

ecoNews for October 28, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Le Mars public hearing on CAFO rule proposal changes location, DNR improves wastewater permitting process

ecoNews for October 21, 2004 (*.pdf file)

Articles: Manure spill in Hancock County, Public comment sought on two Iowa lake water quality plans, Approaching deadline for environmental awards, DNR to host methane-to-energy workshops

ecoNews for October 14, 2004 (*.pdf file)

Articles: EPC to address water quality standards, Reporting manure spills and prompt clean-up prevent problems, Public hearings scheduled in early November for animal feeding rules, Livestock producers who need to use the P index should take soil samples now

ecoNews for October 7, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Public comment sought on three Iowa lake water quality plans, Huge turnout for third Upper Iowa River Cleanup, DNR enforcement actions

ecoNews for September 30, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Public meetings to discuss beach monitoring results, Public comment sought for Swan Lake water quality plan, Play safe and be certified for manure application, Signs required for commercial manure applicator equipment, DNR reminds manure applicators to inject, incorporate or stay away

ecoNews for September 23, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Dusts cause unhealthy air near Buffalo, Public meeting to discuss results of Lake Darling bacteria study, Manure management key to avoiding damage to environment, New manure management plan and records forms available

ecoNews for September 16, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: EPC to address animal feeding operation rules, Iowa awarded $250,000 EPA grant for clean school buses, Conservation Reserve Program general sign up ends Sept. 24

ecoNews for September 9, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Recognizing leadership and innovation in natural resources, DNR enforcement actions

ecoNews for September 2, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Drinking water state revolving loan program provides low-interest loans for 18 Iowa projects, Public meeting to discuss results of Lake Darling bacteria study, Changes made to manure management plan rules

ecoNews for August 26, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Conservation Reserve Program general sign up begins Aug. 30, Conservation Central groups offer information for producers at Farm Progress Show, Midwest radioactive waste commission meeting on Tuesday, DNR enforcement actions

ecoNews for August 19, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Health alert to remain at Carter Lake due to high blue-green algae toxins, DNR enforcement actions

ecoNews for August 12, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: State revolving fund plans and animal rules on EPC agenda for meeting at Lake of Three Fires, Iowa DNR awarded $570,367 from U.S. Department of Energy, Livestock producers should check earthen basin levels

ecoNews for August 5, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Fish kill hits Bear Creek near Dyersville

ecoNews for July 29, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: DNR enforcement actions

ecoNews for July 22, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles:Safe handling required for any amount of mercury, DNR enforcement actions

ecoNews for July 15, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: EPC to address air emissions near animal operations, Barge sunk in Lake Delhi releases diesel fuel, Manure spill causes fish kill near Dyersville, Source identified in Walker fish kill, DNR advises farmers to inspect dry manure stacking areas to prevent fish kills, Brownfield redevelopment seminar set for August, Midwest Radioactive Waste Commission meeting on Tuesday

ecoNews for July 1, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Drinking water 2003 compliance report completed, EPA says Iowa meeting tougher particulate pollution standards, DNR recommends rendering after hogs die in Jefferson County

ecoNews for June 24, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: DNR offers assistance to help landowners properly remove floodwater debris, Don Williams Lake TMDL underway, DNR enforcement actions

ecoNews for June 17, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Fish kill near Ottumwa expected to be in the thousands, EPC to address phosphorous in manure management plans, Heavy rains cause wastewater bypasses across northern Iowa, Cattlemen can get technical help from DNR at show, New fact sheet for open feedlot producers

ecoNews for June 11, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Four state park beaches post swimming advisories; Beed's Lake and Union Grove remove advisories, DNR to kick-off brownfield redevelopment efforts at former tractor factory in Charles City, DNR continues process improvement efforts; landfill permitting process revamped, Engineering form for new and expanding animal confinements, Midwest Radioactive Waste Commission meeting on Tuesday

ecoNews for June 4, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Swimming advisories posted at six state park beaches; three advisories removed, DNR reminds owners to get permits before repairing flood-damaged buildings, State kick starts smoking tailpipe program, Animal producers should contact the DNR if basins are too high, Penalties raised for late manure management plans, DNR enforcement actions

ecoNews for May 27, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: DNR recommends following EPA regs to clean up after the flood, Flood clean-up information available on DNR website

ecoNews for May 20, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: OSWAP loan program surpasses one million dollars in septic system loans

ecoNews for May 13, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Two new items added to May 17 EPC agenda, Diesel fuel in School Creek contained, Beach monitoring begins; swimming advisory policy updated, Bike to Work Day promotes clean air and better health, New requirements for well pump installers to go into effect

ecoNews for May 6, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Mud, clay spill into Rockwell City drainage ditch, Farm chemicals spill into creek near Slater, Registration extended for DNR wastewater treatment workshop, DNR provides technical assistance to federal Farm Bill applicants, DNR enforcement actions

ecoNews for April 29, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: DNR launches Gas Price Watch Web site

ecoNews for April 22, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Fish kill at Carter Lake kills 5,000 yellow bass, DNR announces wastewater treatment workshop for new permit process, Jinkinson retires as DNR Field Office 2 supervisor; Vansteenburg named as successor

ecoNews for April 15, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Recycling and beach monitoring on the EPC agenda for April 19, Ethanol event to feature ISU race car, EPA says Iowa meets tougher ozone smog standards, DNR enforcement actions

ecoNews for April 8, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: EPC to discuss water quality standards during special meeting, Manure applicators should stay away from water, DNR enforcement actions

ecoNews for March 25, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Calculating animal units for poultry producers, others, Commercial manure applicators need vehicle lettering

ecoNews for March 18, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Second DNR process improvement event a success, Crude oil and gasoline prices remain high, Winterset water quality meeting scheduled for March 25

ecoNews for March 11, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: EPC to pick from three water quality options at March 15 meeting, Winterset water quality meeting scheduled for March 25, Asbestos illnesses could climb, control efforts vital, Concrete standards for animal confinements kick in March 24

ecoNews for March 4, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: 82 animal producers promise to file manure management plans, DNR Water Quality Bureau undergoes reorganization, DNR seeks public input on manure management plan content, DNR enforcement actions

ecoNews for February 19, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Second air advisory issued; air quality unhealthy yesterday, March 1 deadline for certified manure applicators

ecoNews for February 12, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Governor's environmental awards honors Iowa leaders, EPC to decide on water quality standards and consider land recycling program, Public meetings set for rural hydrogen sulfide air quality standards

ecoNews for February 5, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Thursday's Marshalltown REAP assembly rescheduled, Air quality unhealthy in southwest Davenport, Impaired waters, volunteer monitors to be highlighted at annual conference, DNR enforcement actions

ecoNews for January 29, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Volunteer sign-up begins for Project AWARE river cleanup

ecoNews for January 22, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: Master matrix adopted by 62 counties, Gasoline demand and prices volatile after holiday, University of Iowa offers sustainable design course, Electronic manure management plans no longer available after February

ecoNews for January 15, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: DNR issues nation's first air permit with mercury limits, Winds kick up unhealthy dust levels in Mason City, March 1 deadline approaching for producers to submit late manure management plans

ecoNews for January 9, 2004 (*.pdf file)
Articles: EPC to consider water quality issues; projects, DNR enforcement actions

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