NOTICE OF PUBLICATION OF CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION TOWN OF PLAINS FIRST STREET WEST WATER IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT May 21, 2020 The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has reviewed the above-named project. The project consists of the installation of approximately 1,100 feet of 8-inch PVC water main, 2 fire hydrants, and all associated valves, fittings, service lines, service connections, and surface repair. The project area is located in the Town of Plains, Montana. Pursuant to ARM 17.40.318, the Department has concluded that the proposed project meets the Categorical Exclusion criteria of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the Montana Environmental Policy Act (MEPA). The Categorical Exclusion may be revoked if the project is not initiated within the time period specified in the planning documents, a new or modified application is submitted, new evidence demonstrates serious local or environmental issues exist, or state, local, tribal, or federal laws are violated. The documentation for the Categorical Exclusion is available for public review at the following locations: Department of Environmental Quality State Revolving Fund Loan Program Town of Plains 101 W. Lynch Plains, MT 59859 1520 East Sixth Avenue Helena, MT 59601 Sincerely, Mark Smith, DWSRF Engineering Manager Engineering Bureau Water Quality Division Montana Department of Environmental Quality NOTICE OF PUBLICATION OF CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION TOWN OF PLAINS FIRST STREET WEST WATER IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT May 21, 2020 The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has reviewed the above-named project. The project consists of the installation of approximately 1,100 feet of 8-inch PVC water main, 2 fire hydrants, and all associated valves, fittings, service lines, service connections, and surface repair. The project area is located in the Town of Plains, Montana. Pursuant to ARM 17.40.318, the Department has concluded that the proposed project meets the Categorical Exclusion criteria of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the Montana Environmental Policy Act (MEPA). The Categorical Exclusion may be revoked if the project is not initiated within the time period specified in the planning documents, a new or modified application is submitted, new evidence demonstrates serious local or environmental issues exist, or state, local, tribal, or federal laws are violated. The documentation for the Categorical Exclusion is available for public review at the following locations: Department of Environmental Quality State Revolving Fund Loan Program Town of Plains 101 W. Lynch Plains, MT 59859 1520 East Sixth Avenue Helena, MT 59601 Sincerely, Mark Smith, DWSRF Engineering Manager Engineering Bureau Water Quality Division Montana Department of Environmental Quality