The Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy (DMME) is reviewing the State Minerals Management Plan (SMMP) pursuant to § 2.2-1157 of the Code of Virginia.  As part of this process, DMME is accepting public comment on ways the SMMP can be improved.  DMME is particularly interested in comments related to barriers, if any, that hinder development under the SMMP.  Please submit comments via e-mail to Michael Skiffington, DMME Policy and Program Manager, michael.skiffington@dmme.virginia.gov.  Comments may also be sent via mail to DMME, 1100 Bank Street, 8th Floor, Richmond VA 23219.  Telephone 804.692.3212, FAX 804-692.3237