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From: Dick and Jane To: DOH, Air Quality Subject: Davis Refinery Permits Date: Saturday, January 20, 2018 12:16:47 PM CAUTION: This email originated from an outside source. Do not click links or open attachments unless you know they are safe. As a third generation citizen of the United States, I want to see the Davis Refinery put into operation as soon as possible. It is very well engineered to be “ air quality friendly”. Since we have so few refineries in this country and they are very aged and outdated, we definitely need new better refineries!! I say “Yes”, please approve the permits needed for the Davis Refinery. Jane Williams Grand Junction, CO Virus-free. www.avast.com
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  • From: Dick and JaneTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Davis Refinery PermitsDate: Saturday, January 20, 2018 12:16:47 PM

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    As a third generation citizen of the United States, I want to see the Davis Refinery put intooperation as soon as possible. It is very well engineered to be “ air quality friendly”. Since we have so few refineries in this country and they are very aged and outdated, wedefinitely need new better refineries!! I say “Yes”, please approve the permits needed for the Davis Refinery. Jane WilliamsGrand Junction, CO

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  • From: Deborah LarsonTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Davis RefineryDate: Saturday, January 6, 2018 5:12:29 PM

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    I have no scientific data to back my objection to the Davis Refinery project, but as a long time resident of ND, Icontinue to be amazed and appalled by the ongoing rape of my state in the name of progress and oil production. Andnow we are faced with approving another Refinery not only within sight of the beautiful Badlands, but also spewingcancer causing gases and pollutants. (Lucky for us, the sulfur, methane, nitrous oxide, carbon dioxide, cyanide,mercury and arsenic will be less than 100 tons annually)wink, wink!

    Since money always trumps common sense, I know the project is a go and I’m wasting my time writing this. I justwant to go on the record as objecting to the location of the Davis Refinery. Build it up near Watford City or theWilliston area where there’s already so many eyesores that it won’t matter.

    Sincerely,Deb Larson 701-426-0250Sent from my iPhone

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  • From: Dee HammerTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 17, 2018 8:31:49 PM

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    I am in support of the Davis refinery. I believe it will be of great benefit to the local economy.

    Dee Hammer

    Sent from my iPad

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  • From: deeann baertschTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Davis RefineryDate: Thursday, December 14, 2017 3:09:55 PM

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    I am a Billings County resident and would like to voice my strong opposition to the location ofthe Davis Refinery 3 miles from Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Regardless of the airquality issues which I believe are unproven I do not believe any refinery should be within aclose proximity to any national park. This is the only national park we have in North Dakotaand I would not believe it would be in anyone's best interest to claim that we have an oilrefinery 3 miles away from our national park. We already have enough visual degradationfrom nearby oil wells which is not a justification to further degrade the park in any way,whether it be visual, water, or air quality issues. As a landowner in Billings County I also haveserious concerns about the water needs for this plant; I believe there is a reason mostrefineries are located next to a flowing water source. If this is indeed a viable businessventure which I doubt from the numerous questionable solicitations for investment in thisproject that I have personally received, let it go in another location where there is nolegitimate objection.

    Dee Baertsch14685 River DriveMedora, ND 58645

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  • From: Devon AtkinsonTo: DOH, Air QualityCc: "[email protected]"Subject: Davis RefineryDate: Friday, January 19, 2018 5:22:37 PM

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    To Whom It May Concern: I was born and raised in North Dakota, and I was also Entrepreneur of the Year for North Dakota. Ithas come to my attention that Meridian Energy Group wants to build a refinery in North Dakota. Ihave seen the population decline or stay very even in North Dakota. I think this refinery will help thestate’s employment and reduce the number of cars on the road (which causes pollution). I stronglysupport that this refinery be built. If you need to reach me, my phone number is (714) 213-4000. Sincerely Yours, Eddie R. Fischer2020 E. Orangethorpe Ave., Suite 210Fullerton, CA 92831Tel: (714) 680-3812 ext. 203Fax: (714) 680-3340 CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE:The contents of this email message and any attachments are intended solely for the addressee(s) and may contain confidentialand/or privileged information and may be legally protected from disclosure. If you are not the intended recipient of thismessage or their agent, or if this message has been addressed to you in error, please immediately alert the sender by replyemail and then delete this message and any attachments. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that anyuse, dissemination, copying, or storage of this message or its attachments is strictly prohibited.

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  • From: DONALD MARGIE JABLONSKYTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, December 20, 2017 11:04:15 PM

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    To whom it may concern:

    I am in favor of the Davis Refinery project. It appears that they have met or exceeded all the requirements for aRefinery.I am a life time resident of Belfield. The Administrators of Theodore Roosevelt Park are raising concerns as to theproximity to the park. The prevailing winds in ND are from the northwest which should tell the park officialssomething.

    Also the Park officials should be more concerned about taking care of the park. I go through the park at least twicea year for 40 years. To me every year it gets more disgusting. Take a look what is happening inside our park. Theprairie dogs are out of control. It is sickening to see that happening. Then look at the noxious weeds that are takingover. Leafy spurge, and Canadian thistle are out of control. The park officials would be better off taking care of ourpark so we can enjoy it in the future and not worry about the Refinery and let the state do their job.Do residents of Bismarck, Mandan protest the Tesoro Refinery? No because air quality, emissions control areclosely regulated by the state as would the Davis Refinery.Does anybody even say any thing about Interstate 94 goes right through the park?Are the emissions from the cars and heavy trucks going on the interstate pollute the park? Are they being monitoredby the North Dakota Health?

    Like I said I have gone through the park here, but the last few years we have included the north unit which is morebeautiful. Why, you do not see any prairie dog towns, noxious weeds as leafy spurge and Canadian thistle.

    SincerelyDonald JablonskyBox 366Belfield; ND

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  • From: Diane StaglTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Davis Refinery, BelfieldDate: Wednesday, January 17, 2018 5:26:59 PM

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    We support the Davis Refinery that would be built West of Belfield. It would be a state of theart clean facility. Its economic value for the state would be great by not only bringing taxrevenue but creating jobs. It is an efficient way to remove crude oil from the state by makingfuel products that are not only used by local business and farmers but also to ship by railinstead of the current trucking system.

    Because of our belief in this company we invested some money and so have a personal stakein its success.

    We hope this will help for the approval of the business.

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  • From: Dawn PackardTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, December 6, 2017 1:02:38 PM

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    To Whom It May Concern:

    This letter is to register my opposition to the Davis Refinery.

    The Davis Refinery will be approximately 3 miles from the Eastern boundary of theSouth Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. I feel this is unacceptably close toTRNP. The refinery will release sulfur, nitrous oxide, methane, carbon monoxide,benzene, cyanide, arsenic, and mercury. These pollutants are known to cause harmto human health.

    The developers of the Davis Refinery are also adopting a cynical approach to thepermitting process, stating that the refinery will produce 49,500 barrels a day, thusavoiding the PSC Siting Permit requirement for refineries producing 50,000 barrelsper day or more.

    It is time to stand up to unfettered energy development in North Dakota's Badlands.Oil and gas development has already reduced Little Missouri State Park to a hollowshell. Let's not let that happen to Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Responsibledevelopment of North Dakota's energy resources can occur without spoiling our parksand endangering the health of their visitors, flora, and fauna.

    Sincerely,

    Dawn E. Packard, OwnerBlue Sky Trails, LLC(970) [email protected]

    North Dakota General Contractor License # 49977 "Class A".Blue Sky Trails is a Colorado Limited Liability Company and a Member of the

    Professional Trail Builders Association since 2004.

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  • From: Daryl ZarakTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Davis refineryDate: Tuesday, January 23, 2018 5:46:54 AM

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    Please pass the air quality permit.I have the Dickinson refinery East of my ranch and very clean never see any plums nosounds lighting is no problem I realize this is air and no problem at all please pass airpermit

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  • From: DorothyTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: DavisDate: Thursday, January 18, 2018 7:58:15 AM

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    I am pretty sure since I can't go very often to Williston becauseof that radio active pit and all the gases that emit because theyrefuse to just haul in dry stuff. I sure would hate if I could notgo to Dickinson because of a stinking gas refinery. I am soallergic to benzene that it just scares me. In 2016, I washaving Lasix between the blood transfusions and then thatchanged to after the two units each day. well, I developed thishorrible rash on my chest and neck. It itched like sin and thatdid not go away for a MONTH. I finally checked out Lasixand of course it is comprised of benzene as all meds are, andhow scary is that. That little bottle of Lasix is no bigger thanthe end of my little finger, yet contained enough benzene todrive me bonkers itching. I got concerned at the outer rash,wondering just what the heck if it was an inner thing too, andmanaged to choke off my breathing! So the stuff is deadly tome. I guess 74 units of blood since 2011 should meansomething to someone.

    Benzene destroys the blood cells and the cell makers in thebone marrow too. BAD STUFF. I keep telling my story, butI am pretty sure people just go ho hum what a looney bin. well I wish they'd just go on line and do some research!

    Please NO refinery near Highway 85!

    Dorothy Reil PO Box 22 Alexander ND 58831-0022

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  • From: Miller, Melissa K.To: O"Clair, Terry L.; Semerad, Jim L.Cc: Glatt, Dave D.Subject: FW: Davis Refinery Public CommentDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 1:57:29 PM

    If you provide any additional response to Deborah, will you please cc me? Thanks. Melissa

    From: Deborah Zillich [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 12:54 PMTo: DOH, EHS Subject: Davis Refinery Public Comment

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    I recently attended the public hearing in Dickinson for the air quality permit being consideredfor the Meridian Davis Refinery. I want to thank you for sharing information regarding thisproject.

    I am still concerned with the siting of a refinery this close to our national treasure in NorthDakota, Theodore Roosevelt National Park. I don't believe the numbers being presented byMeridian. Since this is the first refinery of this type being built, the information beingpresented should be viewed with some amount of skepticism. The numbers can bemanipulated and the models run to provide whatever data the company needs to meet thestringent Health Department requirements.

    I also believe the air quality permitting should not only look at the emissions from the refinerybut all the dust and particulate matter that will be going into the air with the large number oftrucks that this project will require to be driving on the dusty dirt roads and well as the fuelemissions from these diesel trucks.

    I appreciate the fact that Meridian is attempting to build a "clean" refinery. I just reject thesiting of this plant so close to the park and so close to I-94 at the gateway to the park.

    Please reject the application for the clean air permit for this project!!

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  • Deborah Zillich

    1359 13th St W

    Dickinson, ND 58601

  • From: DREW ROBERTSONTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: In favor of the refineryDate: Wednesday, January 17, 2018 3:40:42 PM

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    I would like to express my support to the Meridian Energy Group. I am in support of therefinery and the Draft Permit process.Thank You Andrew M. Robertson

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  • From: Dean and Danita RummelTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Meridian - Davis Refinery Air Permit to ConstructDate: Friday, January 19, 2018 7:10:05 PM

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    My name is Dean Rummel, I am retired and reside in Dickinson. I enjoyed over 125 days inthe TR National Park at Medora the past 12 months. My passion is photography in the TRPark capturing sunrises, sunsets, wildlife and scenery especially in the fall, winter and springseasons. I attended the public meeting and hearing in Dickinson and understand that yourfocus by law is on air permitting. I was a business person my entire career and am certainlynot against this refinery. They just need to locate it further east and away from the TRNational Park. In the Bismarck Tribune on 1-14-2018 it stated that the "water vapor plumefrom a cooling tower would be seen an estimated 15 daylight hours a year typically on colddays with no wind." I have been in the TR Park on many days that were "cold and with nowind." There is also many with wind! My concern is we are just adding this to the other things that infringe on the beauty of the TRNational Park. I have taken over 100,000 photos inside the park (I will attach a few examples)and I already have to watch for the following: Cell phone and other towers on the southeast, east, west and south side of the park. (Weall do like cell coverage everywhere we go.) Vapor trails from the numerous aircraft that almost always interfere with sunrises andsunsets. Flaring from oil wells on the north side of the park that have been unusually large thiswinter. Traffic from Interstate 94. Drilling and work over rigs from time to time. Oil storage tanks. Accidental fires and the burning that was used to clean up oil spills. Planes flying low over the park. In addition, often times you can smell H2S on the north side of the park especially during coldweather. I have hiked nearly every area in this park and if we keep adding all these exceptionstogether someday there will not be a day or time without some type of outside interference. There is no place like the TR National Park and if we continue on this path it will be ruined forall future generations. I know you can only consider "air quality" but anything in the air that close to the TR NationalPark just needs to be avoided. Thanks for your efforts.

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  • Dean Rummel835 Senior AveDickinson, ND 58601 (I have many examples, this is just a few). Photo 6333 - a sunrise on the southeast corner of the TR Park, that tower has been therefor some time. The sun will rise right over the refinery location from November to March. Photo 6200 - south side of the TR Park above Medora. Photo 8411 - oil activity that is seen from inside the north side of the TR Park. Photo 7879 - a flare taken from inside the TR Park. Photo 7690 - Burning seen from inside the TR Park in March 2017. Photo 1795 - Burning seen from inside the TR Park in December 2016. Photo 5807 - oil well site with tanks on the north side from the TR Park.

  • From: duane haugstadTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Meridian Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 8:10:21 AM

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    It is time to move forward and complete the approval process for the Davis Refinery. Thisrefinery is good for ND and the US as it creates more refining capacity which is greatly neededin the US, provides jobs for North Dakota, and enables the US to be at less risk of interruptionof refined products. We need more refineries in the US. It appears that Meridian has done itshomework to provide leading edge environment friendly technology for the refinery as well.

    Let's proceed.

    Thank you,

    Duane HaugstadMinot, ND

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  • From: Diane KellerTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Meridian Energy Group Inc / Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 17, 2018 4:26:39 PM

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    I am in full support of building the Davis Refinery for many reasons. Number 1 reason is the U.S. desperately needsnew high tech refineries to refine the oil that is being produced in our country. I believe the Davis Refinery willlead the way for more new refineries to be built in the future!

    Sent from my iPhone

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  • From: Darrell StrampeTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Meridian Energy GroupDate: Thursday, January 18, 2018 1:21:50 PM

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    My name is Darrell Strampe, I am a investor in Meridian Energy. A year ago I was lead to believe fromlocal releases and other info that the state had excepted the air quality tests and reports given toyou.Thus approval to Meridian energy to proceed. Knowing what I know now, I would have not invested inNorth Dakota. If this is not approved it will cost N D many job opportunities and millions of dollars in taxrevenues. You also have local investors as well as outsiders with millions of dollars already invested,which will be lost. I hope that the great state of North Dakotaagrees to approve this project for the benefit of all, especially the state of N D. [email protected]

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  • From: Dustin ArndtTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Meridian RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 17, 2018 9:14:58 PM

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    I am in support of the construction of the meridian refinery

    Thank YouDustin Arndt

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  • From: Dru JenkinsTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: meridian refineryDate: Thursday, January 18, 2018 2:27:45 PM

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    To the board I think this game has gone on long past what it should have taken everything you have asked ofmeridian has been done above and beyond . I DONT KNOW IF YOU REALIZE IT BUT THATS A LOT OF JOBSFOR NORTH DAKOTA.... or do you even think about this and just add more cost

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  • From: Diane PuckettTo: O"Clair, Terry L.Subject: No air permit for proposed oil refineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 12:58:32 PM

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    Terry O’ClairAdministratorDivision of Air QualityNorth Dakota Department of Health918 E. Divide Ave., 2nd FloorBismarck, N.D. 58501

    Dear Mr. O’Clair,

    The Synthetic Minor Source Permit application of Meridian Energy Group, Inc.’s Davis Refinery should be denied.A refinery of this size should not be allowed to obtain this permit, let alone an oil refinery of this size proposed soclose to North Dakota’s only national park, which has a Class I Airshed designation.

    You know that the company has used a variety of numbers for production that they claim will come from thisrefinery, always managing to fall just short of numbers that would require more detailed examinations by the PublicService Commission and you.

    A company that changes production numbers so easily cannot be trusted to give honest numbers regardingemissions. In fact, independent researchers have suggested emissions would be worse for this proposed refinery thanthe company’s numbers would have you believe.

    Meridian claims its refinery will be very clean, but the company is not including all of the sources of emissionslikely to come from this refinery, such as those resulting from flaring.

    Do not believe a company that has already bent its numbers to get out of stronger standards that protect our air. Ifthe refinery is not as clean as the company claims, the harm will be immense and long term for North Dakota andNorth Dakotans. Don’t put a refinery using untested, unreliable technology ahead of the people of North Dakota andour national treasure, Theodore Roosevelt National Park.

    You are charged with protecting the health of the people and air of North Dakota. I ask that you do just that anddeny this permit.

    Sincerely,

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: Dick GrayTo: O"Clair, Terry L.Subject: No air permit for proposed oil refineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 11:21:52 AM

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    Dick Gray62880 Jeremy RdMontrose, CO 81401

    Terry O’ClairAdministratorDivision of Air QualityNorth Dakota Department of Health918 E. Divide Ave., 2nd FloorBismarck, N.D. 58501

    Dear Mr. O’Clair,

    The Synthetic Minor Source Permit application of Meridian Energy Group, Inc.’s Davis Refinery should be denied.A refinery of this size should not be allowed to obtain this permit, let alone an oil refinery of this size proposed soclose to North Dakota’s only national park, which has a Class I Airshed designation.

    You know that the company has used a variety of numbers for production that they claim will come from thisrefinery, always managing to fall just short of numbers that would require more detailed examinations by the PublicService Commission and you.

    A company that changes production numbers so easily cannot be trusted to give honest numbers regardingemissions. In fact, independent researchers have suggested emissions would be worse for this proposed refinery thanthe company’s numbers would have you believe.

    Meridian claims its refinery will be very clean, but the company is not including all of the sources of emissionslikely to come from this refinery, such as those resulting from flaring.

    Do not believe a company that has already bent its numbers to get out of stronger standards that protect our air. Ifthe refinery is not as clean as the company claims, the harm will be immense and long term for North Dakota andNorth Dakotans. Don’t put a refinery using untested, unreliable technology ahead of the people of North Dakota andour national treasure, Theodore Roosevelt National Park.

    You are charged with protecting the health of the people and air of North Dakota. I ask that you do just that anddeny this permit.

    Sincerely,

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: Don KelleyTo: O"Clair, Terry L.Subject: No air permit for proposed oil refineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 10:09:32 PM

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    Don Kelley12637 Merritt-Estes Rd.Deadwood, SD 57732

    Terry O’ClairAdministratorDivision of Air QualityNorth Dakota Department of Health918 E. Divide Ave., 2nd FloorBismarck, N.D. 58501

    Dear Mr. O’Clair,

    The Synthetic Minor Source Permit application of Meridian Energy Group, Inc.’s Davis Refinery should be denied.A refinery of this size should not be allowed to obtain this permit, let alone an oil refinery of this size proposed soclose to North Dakota’s only national park, which has a Class I Airshed designation.

    You know that the company has used a variety of numbers for production that they claim will come from thisrefinery, always managing to fall just short of numbers that would require more detailed examinations by the PublicService Commission and you.

    A company that changes production numbers so easily cannot be trusted to give honest numbers regardingemissions. In fact, independent researchers have suggested emissions would be worse for this proposed refinery thanthe company’s numbers would have you believe.

    Meridian claims its refinery will be very clean, but the company is not including all of the sources of emissionslikely to come from this refinery, such as those resulting from flaring.

    Do not believe a company that has already bent its numbers to get out of stronger standards that protect our air. Ifthe refinery is not as clean as the company claims, the harm will be immense and long term for North Dakota andNorth Dakotans. Don’t put a refinery using untested, unreliable technology ahead of the people of North Dakota andour national treasure, Theodore Roosevelt National Park.

    You are charged with protecting the health of the people and air of North Dakota. I ask that you do just that anddeny this permit.

    Sincerely,

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: Dan CohnTo: O"Clair, Terry L.Subject: No air permit for proposed oil refineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 1:11:03 PM

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    Dan Cohn444 Lewis AveBillings, MT 59101

    Terry O’ClairAdministratorDivision of Air QualityNorth Dakota Department of Health918 E. Divide Ave., 2nd FloorBismarck, N.D. 58501

    Dear Mr. O’Clair,

    The Synthetic Minor Source Permit application of Meridian Energy Group, Inc.’s Davis Refinery should be denied.A refinery of this size should not be allowed to obtain this permit, let alone an oil refinery of this size proposed soclose to North Dakota’s only national park, which has a Class I Airshed designation.

    You know that the company has used a variety of numbers for production that they claim will come from thisrefinery, always managing to fall just short of numbers that would require more detailed examinations by the PublicService Commission and you.

    A company that changes production numbers so easily cannot be trusted to give honest numbers regardingemissions. In fact, independent researchers have suggested emissions would be worse for this proposed refinery thanthe company’s numbers would have you believe.

    Meridian claims its refinery will be very clean, but the company is not including all of the sources of emissionslikely to come from this refinery, such as those resulting from flaring.

    Do not believe a company that has already bent its numbers to get out of stronger standards that protect our air. Ifthe refinery is not as clean as the company claims, the harm will be immense and long term for North Dakota andNorth Dakotans. Don’t put a refinery using untested, unreliable technology ahead of the people of North Dakota andour national treasure, Theodore Roosevelt National Park.

    You are charged with protecting the health of the people and air of North Dakota. I ask that you do just that anddeny this permit.

    Sincerely,

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: Donald AndersonTo: O"Clair, Terry L.; Thorstenson, Craig D.; DOH, Air QualitySubject: No refinery near our parkDate: Friday, January 26, 2018 11:48:01 PM

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    The Synthetic Minor Source Permit application of Meridian Energy Group, Inc.’s Davis Refinery should be denied.A refinery of this size should not be allowed a Synthetic Minor Source Permit, let alone a refinery of this size sitedso close to North Dakota’s only National Park, which has a Class I Air Shed designation. You know that thecompany has used a variety of numbers for production that they claim will come from this refinery, alwaysmanaging to fall just short of numbers that would require more detailed examinations by you and the Public ServiceCommission. A company that changes production numbers so easily cannot be trusted to give honest numbersregarding emissions. Higher emissions have been suggested by research done by independent researchers. Meridianclaims this refinery will be very clean but they are not including all of the sources of emissions that are likely tocome from this refinery such as those resulting from flaring. Do not believe a company that has already bent theirnumbers to get out of stronger regulations that protect our air. If the refinery is not as clean as the company claims,the negative consequences will be immense and long term for North Dakota and North Dakotans. Don’t put arefinery that is using untested and therefore unreliable technology ahead of the people of North Dakota and ournational treasure, Theodore Roosevelt National Park.You are charged with protecting the health of the people and air of North Dakota. We ask that you do just that anddeny this permit.

    --Mr Donald [email protected], ND 58558

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  • From: Danielle Montague-JuddTo: O"Clair, Terry L.Subject: Please deny air pollution permit for proposed oil refineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 10:13:52 PM

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    Danielle Montague-Judd1820 Fox Run RdWanship, UT 84017

    Terry O’ClairAdministratorDivision of Air QualityNorth Dakota Department of Health918 E. Divide Ave., 2nd FloorBismarck, N.D. 58501

    Dear Mr. O’Clair,

    The Synthetic Minor Source Permit application of Meridian Energy Group, Inc.’s Davis Refinery should be denied.A refinery of this size should not be allowed to obtain this permit, let alone an oil refinery of this size proposed soclose to North Dakota’s only national park, which has a Class I Airshed designation.

    You know that the company has used a variety of numbers for production that they claim will come from thisrefinery, always managing to fall just short of numbers that would require more detailed examinations by the PublicService Commission and you.

    A company that changes production numbers so easily cannot be trusted to give honest numbers regardingemissions. In fact, independent researchers have suggested emissions would be worse for this proposed refinery thanthe company’s numbers would have you believe.

    Meridian claims its refinery will be very clean, but the company is not including all of the sources of emissionslikely to come from this refinery, such as those resulting from flaring.

    Do not believe a company that has already bent its numbers to get out of stronger standards that protect our air. Ifthe refinery is not as clean as the company claims, the harm will be immense and long term for North Dakota andNorth Dakotans. Don’t put a refinery using untested, unreliable technology ahead of the people of North Dakota andour national treasure, Theodore Roosevelt National Park.

    You are charged with protecting the health of the people and air of North Dakota. I ask that you do just that anddeny this permit. Thank you.

    Sincerely,

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 12:58:33 PM

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    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Dr. d carr22a School StHanover, NH 03755-2027(603) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Thursday, January 25, 2018 11:37:08 AM

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    Jan 25, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Ms. D Good7185 Cleveland StBellaire, MI 49615-9464(231) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 9:57:03 PM

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    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Ms. D Hutto-Beare102 Saint James PlSummerville, SC 29485-8635(843) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 12:56:54 PM

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    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    PLEASE, Think about what we are leaving our Grandchildren and theirChildren. I would like them to be able to explore some of the mostbeautiful places in our country...unspoiled by oil refineries!!

    Sincerely,

    Ms. D Johnson211 Watertree DrEast Syracuse, NY 13057-1928(315) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 2:56:04 PM

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    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Mrs. D Klenk140 Ashmore DrBridgeport, WV 26330-9659(928) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 1:56:20 PM

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    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Mr. D Rex Miller268 Appalachian DrBoone, NC 28607-4305(828) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 8:56:29 PM

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    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the millions supporters of and visitors to the NationalParks, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollution from theproposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt National Park and askthat the North Dakota Department of Health not issue a Minor Source AirPermit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Sincerely,

    Ms. D Stirpe32 Not Willing To Give OutPortland, OR 97214(503) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Thursday, January 25, 2018 9:29:22 PM

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    Jan 25, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Mr. D Walker-Crawford6518 46th Pl NCrystal, MN 55428-5125(608) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Friday, January 26, 2018 2:00:18 PM

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    Jan 26, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Mr. D Willard293 Ember DrOxford, WI 53952-8727(608) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 1:00:17 PM

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    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Mrs. D. Denise Dianaty1401 E Stone Arch DrFuquay Varina, NC 27526-7280(919) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 7:26:55 PM

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    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Ms. D. Spaulding2506 Pear CtFort Collins, CO 80521-3119(970) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 12:36:49 PM

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    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Miss D.G. SifuentesPO Box 100Pmb 340Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546-0100(760) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 12:30:53 PM

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    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Ms. Dabney Mueller1776 Melbourne CtReno, NV 89523-1517(775) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 12:31:29 PM

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    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Ms. Dacia Dyer830 Orman DrBoulder, CO 80303-2617(720) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 12:32:22 PM

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    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Ms. Dacia Murphy4255 E Pecos RdGilbert, AZ 85295-7832(480) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 2:56:53 PM

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    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Ms. Dagmar Degree142 Emleys Hill RdCream Ridge, NJ 08514-1619(609) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 3:28:25 PM

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    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Dr. Dahlia Wasfi18 Whitemarsh CtDover, DE 19904-7114(720) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Thursday, January 25, 2018 10:58:38 PM

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    Jan 25, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Mr. Dale Bushyhead1203 E 143rd StGlenpool, OK 74033-3740(918) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 9:57:44 PM

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    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Mr. Dale Carpenter135 Four Seasons DrLake Orion, MI 48360-2646(734) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 10:27:13 PM

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    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Mr. Dale Ellis15851 W 56th PlGolden, CO 80403-1211(303) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 1:30:01 PM

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    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Mr. Dale Haas4743 55th StSan Diego, CA 92115-2202(619) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 6:26:41 PM

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    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Mr. Dale Hillard830 River RdSalinas, CA 93908-8749(831) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 1:28:44 PM

    ***** CAUTION: This email originated from an outside source. Do not click links or open attachments unless youknow they are safe. *****

    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Mrs. Dale Kruse1087 Kinston HwyRichlands, NC [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 12:26:01 PM

    ***** CAUTION: This email originated from an outside source. Do not click links or open attachments unless youknow they are safe. *****

    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Mr. DALE LEWIS1036 E Mountain Vista DrPhoenix, AZ 85048-1904(720) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 2:58:47 PM

    ***** CAUTION: This email originated from an outside source. Do not click links or open attachments unless youknow they are safe. *****

    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Mr. Dale Melton415 Rokeby RdCoatesville, PA 19320-5108(610) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 2:01:43 PM

    ***** CAUTION: This email originated from an outside source. Do not click links or open attachments unless youknow they are safe. *****

    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Ms. Dale Moss89 Ashfield RdShelburne Falls, MA 01370-9414(413) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 10:57:33 PM

    ***** CAUTION: This email originated from an outside source. Do not click links or open attachments unless youknow they are safe. *****

    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide Ave, 2nd FloorBismarck, ND 58501

    Dear Director O'Clair,

    As one of the 1.3 million supporters of the National Parks ConservationAssociation, I am deeply concerned about the impact of air pollutionfrom the proposed Davis Oil Refinery on Theodore Roosevelt NationalPark and ask that the North Dakota Department of Health not issue aMinor Source Air Permit to Meridian Energy Group.

    Based on independent industry expert review, it appears that the draftair permit is a "bait and switch." It relies on companyclaims about unusually low emissions, but doesn't prove low limits canbe met or require adequate monitoring to make sure they are. Theproposal also fails to protect against peak impacts from the highestlevels of pollution -- what occurs during flaring as well as startups,shutdowns, and malfunctions. All of this means that the proposedrefinery could emit pollution well beyond the levels permitted.

    Due to the close proximity of the refinery to Theodore RooseveltNational Park and the flawed draft permit, I urge the North DakotaDepartment of Health to deny Meridian's request. If the agency is tomove forward, I request it conduct a more rigorous assessment of theDavis Oil Refinery and require the refinery go through a major sourceof air pollution permit review, including requirements for the bestavailable controls.

    Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

    Sincerely,

    Ms. Dale Rio3809 Cub Creek RdDurham, NC 27704-2211(919) [email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]

  • From: National Parks Conservation AssociationTo: DOH, Air QualitySubject: Please Deny Minor Source Air Permit for Davis RefineryDate: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 8:57:33 PM

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    Jan 24, 2018

    Director Terry O'Clair

    North Dakota Division of Air Quality, Environmental Health Section, 918E. Divide


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