Purpose of Notice:  To seek public comment on the terms of a proposed Consent Decree (Decree) to be entered by the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond and issued to Fluor-Lane, LLC regarding the I-495/Capital Beltway High Occupancy Toll (HOT) Lanes construction project.

Public comment period:  June 7, 2010 through July 7, 2010.

Summary of proposal:  The proposed Decree describes a settlement between the Board and Fluor-Lane to ensure compliance with the Virginia Stormwater Management Program General Permit for Discharges of Stormwater From Construction Activities.  In addition, the Decree requires that Fluor-Lane pay a civil penalty of $66,450 for alleged past violations of the Virginia Stormwater Management Act, Regulations, and General Permit.           

How to comment:  DCR accepts written comments from the public by mail, e-mail, or facsimile.  All comments must include the name, address, and telephone number of the person commenting.  Comments must be received during the comment period beginning  June 7, 2010, and ending July 7, 2010.  A copy of the proposed Decree is available upon request. 

Contact for documents and additional information:  Contact Elizabeth Anne Crosier, Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, 203 Governor Street, Suite 206, Richmond, Virginia  23219; telephone (804) 225-2549; FAX (804) 786-1798.; e-mail anne.crosier@dcr.virginia.gov .