Aethon (Moneta Divide) Proposed Discharge Permit

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Comment From: Thomas Magelky

2/15/20 @ 7:00 AM

If all other oil or gas fields that dump upstream from Boysen Lake or directly into Boysen Lake, have the same exact discharge requirements that are required of Atheon Energy, then the added requirements are ok. If not, then I do not agree that Atheo...↓

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Comment From: Joe Zach

2/15/20 @ 4:29 AM

There hasn't been a complete enough test on the water in question. Besides then fact we don't appreciate you meddling in our states business.

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Comment From: Carla Klopfenstein

2/15/20 @ 1:51 AM

Please allow the Aethon Discharge Permit to be allowed. With sufficient monitoring as already required, it is senseless to have jobs and opportunities be wasted in Wyoming in order to appease one small segment of the population. This permit offers ...↓

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Comment From: Amy Hernandez

2/15/20 @ 1:01 AM

I am for the permit getting approved

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Comment From: Scott Walters

2/15/20 @ 12:53 AM

We need Energy, especially oil field, we need the jobs and the support from oil field companies in our community

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Comment From: Gregory Boyd

2/15/20 @ 12:30 AM

I do not support the revised permit but support the initial draft.

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Comment From: Charles Hutson

2/14/20 @ 11:59 PM

I worked in the Frenchie Draw field for 10 years, 2 of which I took care of the water discharge pits. We did extensive tests and checks on these daily. This field has been operating and discharging production water since the early 50's when some of t...↓

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Comment From: Jean Wilson

2/14/20 @ 11:21 PM

As long as they meet regulations

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Comment From: Karla Kucera

2/14/20 @ 9:48 PM

I am NOT in support of the revised second draft but I am in support of the initial draft proposal. Thank you.

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Comment From: Steven Francis

2/14/20 @ 1:21 PM

From what I've come to understand is, it's not like everyone makes it seem. This big oil covered smoking truck that backs right into Boysen to unload this toxic oil/water killing everything in sight. It's discharged a long ways away of just salt wate...↓

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Comment From: remington bailey

2/14/20 @ 12:54 PM

drill baby drill! let's pass this and get some people to work!

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Comment From: David Kimes

2/14/20 @ 12:49 PM

This project would bring local work to the big horn and wind river basin and bring business to our communities

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Comment From: Doreen Woodward

2/14/20 @ 12:39 PM

I am NOT in support of the revised second draft, but do support the initial draft proposal.

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Comment From: Justin Long

2/14/20 @ 12:35 PM

I'm in support of the first draft and not the second draft. This would directly impact the local communities in a negative way. The loss of taxes, jobs and local stability. Which would negatively affect are community's. I'm afraid if this draft is pa...↓

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Comment From: Ty Jones

2/14/20 @ 11:25 AM

The community of Fremont county and the state of Wyoming needs the moneata divide field to stay functional. Wild life and live stock are among those who depend on the day to day operations. I've lived in this community my entire life and also work in...↓

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Comment From: Sharon Mosbrucker

2/14/20 @ 11:13 AM

Please reconsider and allow Aethon the original permit. Oil and gas are vital to our economy here in Fremont County. So many of our husbands, sons and daughters have been forced to leave Wyoming and work. I believe Aethon has put the research, time a...↓

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Comment From: Elly Talbott

2/14/20 @ 10:24 AM

I strongly believe that you should grant Aethon their water permit without increasing the stipulations for discharge water. The impact of your irresponsible and unfounded increased stipulations will have a devastating effect on the local economy d...↓

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Comment From: Andrew Wilson

2/14/20 @ 9:53 AM

As long as the water meets regulations I am fine with it

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Comment From: Billie Phillips

2/14/20 @ 8:37 AM

Leave it alone. No one should be shutting any of this down.

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Comment From: Environmental Defense Fund (Nichole Saunders)

2/14/20 @ 7:15 AM

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Comment From: Matthew Hutson

2/14/20 @ 6:24 AM

I believe the Wyoming DEQ should approve this permit for several reasons. First and foremost is that the water is being used for agricultural purposes and also enhance the wild life habitat in the area. By the time the water makes it to Boysen and do...↓

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Comment From: Luke Schultz

2/14/20 @ 4:47 AM

Thank you very much for your previous efforts to protect water quality entering Boysen. I'm writing again to hopefully persuade you to continue to take actions that will protect this waterbody into the future. Specifically, I ask 4 things: • Work...↓

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Comment From: Linda Vosika

2/14/20 @ 4:11 AM

All life on earth is dependent on the abundance of earths resources with only the sun's photons the exception. Over 6000 different necessities are made from oil and gas which we common people love and need to feed, clothe, shelter, and protect us...↓

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Comment From: Ron Vosika

2/14/20 @ 4:00 AM

Several question arise re. Wyoming DEQ'S obstructionist stance on the Atheon (Moneta Divide) project. *** Has Wyoming's DEQ morphed into a liberal federal agency, i.e., the BLM or EPA? *** Has Wyoming's DEQ elevated critters above peo...↓

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Comment From: 71 Construction (Thomas Davenport)

2/14/20 @ 3:58 AM

Three attached letters urging DEQ's approval of Aethon's initial draft Discharge Permit.

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Comment From: Thomas Davenport

2/14/20 @ 3:37 AM

I support and believe it is the duty of the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality to approve the initial draft of the Aethon (Moneta Divide) Proposed Discharge Permit and manage the discharge within acceptable limits for the benefit of Wyoming ...↓

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Comment From: chris anderson

2/14/20 @ 3:22 AM

As a citizen of Hot Springs County, Wyoming, I do NOT support the revised second draft, but do support the initial draft proposal WYPDES permit WY0002062, allowing Aethon to expand its operation, hiring additional personnel, helping improve our econo...↓

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Comment From: Eric Ridgway

2/14/20 @ 3:18 AM

I support the initial draft proposal WYPDES permit WY0002062 which strikes a balance between protecting the environment and allowing responsible energy production. And certainly there should be no addition of requirements to a previously grandfathere...↓

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Comment From: Kyle Larson

2/14/20 @ 2:10 AM

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Comment From: Sam Buller

2/14/20 @ 1:23 AM

I am in favor of permitting Aethon to surface discharge water. To deny this permit would have devastating effects on ALL fields that surface discharge. The economic impact to the community would be catastrophic. With proper cleaning techniques of the...↓

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Comment From: Len Fortunato

2/14/20 @ 12:40 AM

While working for Emerson Process Management, I was following the original plans by Encana to find a water processing design that would properly process well water that BLM would approve. A BLM approved RO design was found and Encana built the plant...↓

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Comment From: Richard Ridgway

2/14/20 @ 12:37 AM

Kevin Frederick DEQ/WQD Administrator 200 West 17th Street Cheyenne, WY 82002 Dear Mr. Frederick, I am writing in reference to the work the DEQ is doing with regard to the Aethon permitting and the Boysen Reservoir and Wind River. I was born...↓

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Comment From: David Chamblin

2/14/20 @ 12:31 AM

As a former resident of Fremont County I understand the benefit Aethon provides to the community.I do NOT support the revised second draft, but do support the initial draft proposal WYPDES permit WY0002062, allowing Aethon to expand its operation, hi...↓

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Comment From: Kristopher Williams

2/13/20 @ 11:26 PM

The Aethon Energy expansion project would bring a much needed boost to the local economy. The jobs created through the project would have a very positive impact because lets face it the energy market is on tough times. The people of Wyoming must come...↓

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Comment From: Michael Bailey

2/13/20 @ 11:07 PM

As a citizen of Fremont County Wyoming, I support Aethon Energy expanding its operation, hiring additional personnel and helping improve our economy. This would have a huge impact on my family who all live, work and play in this great state, not to ...↓

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Comment From: Chenille Kuegeler

2/13/20 @ 10:34 PM

Aethon oilfield is my family's livelihood. They have given my family so much! It provides so many jobs in the Riverton/Casper area, even to those not directly employed by them. To continue to fight against what helps build our community's growth is c...↓

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Comment From: Roger Bower

2/13/20 @ 10:12 PM

Wyoming needs the employment and taxes that will be generated by the expansion of the Aethon Energy development at the Moneta Divide project. The latest draft DEQ permit that appears to reduce their existing permit and in reality force them to leave ...↓

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Comment From: Blake Liedy

2/13/20 @ 3:37 PM

Anyone with half a brain knows that the test required to have a natural discharge permit are strictly monitored. I dont see the problem. More water to enjoy in the lake. More water for farms and ranchers. And the hundreds if not thousands of jobs it ...↓

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Comment From: Jeremy Saltsgaver

2/13/20 @ 1:54 PM

I believe and have personally seen that Aethons water has done nothing but help the wildlife in the badwater drainage that flows to boysen reservoir. I have been hunting with my family for the past 30 years and it use to be a dry creek bed with no gr...↓

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Comment From: Harold Barrows

2/13/20 @ 1:47 PM

I feel that the improved discharge permits for the Moneta Divide area where Aethon operates are long overdue. With the increased discharge will come expansion of their field allowing them to hire more locals thus improving the economy in and around F...↓

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Comment From: Tim Hanson

2/13/20 @ 1:47 PM

Aethon is a big asset to this community and those living here. I support Aethon Energy operating in Wyoming

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Comment From: Ashley Strickland

2/13/20 @ 10:27 AM

I'm in support of Aethon Energy expanding its operation. This would create more jobs, improve our economy, and would provide water for the ranchers and farmers. I encourage the Wyoming DEQ to approve the initial draft of the Aethon (Moneta Divide) pr...↓

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Comment From: Brian Ballard

2/13/20 @ 9:52 AM

I support the approval on the Moneta Divide Water permit. This latest diversion has been discussed previously and analyzed enough. The operators will be watched at all stages of development and with today's technology this can be a successful projec...↓

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Comment From: Frank Herbert

2/13/20 @ 8:33 AM

I have some concerns about the current draft. I am wondering if it is not a form of targeting an oil/gas company within Fremont County/Natrona County. I fear that the stringent levels of some of the test are unattainable. Resulting in the loss of...↓ production/cut back of production and possible future development. If this is too happen it will have a trickle down affect on the economies of Fremont County, Hot Springs Co and Natrona Co. Aethon Energy is based out of Riverton as a local office, and as a result there is a substantial amount of monies spent both in local businesses, as well as contributions to local organizations,(4-H, FFA, sports teams, and numerous others) This funding is not limited to only Fremont County, but extends to Hot Spring Co. as well as Natrona Co. Although Aethon may not be a "Big Player" as far as oil/gas production in the nation. They are large contributors to the local communities. They employ guys that live not only in Riverton, Lander, but there are employees in Thermopolus and Casper. Monies thru wages not only is spent in Riverton/Fremont County, but in Hot Springs and Natrona Co. I feel that if this permit is allow to go into affect, what is to stop the spread of such permits to other oil and gas companies operating within the state of Wyoming? If this was to happen, the economic effect not only on local towns/counties and state wide would be disastrous. We as Wyomingites pride ourselves as being independent and self sustaining. However, as smaller companies are affected by permitting that is too stringent and unattainable, so are the local communities. Along with local businesses, the employment of other persons that may not work directly for Aethon Energy, but service companies that contract to Aethon will also be impacted. And as mentioned before a larger trickle down will result. As a result of the economic impact, the affected counties will see a loss of population, due to people having to move either out of county or out of state for employment. Which as a state we do not want to see, and we work at encouraging our youth and future generations to stay within the state. Such a permit would not only discourage future development and expansion, but our youth and kids will have to move out of state for employment. The two tributaries (Bad Water and Alkali Creek) are and have been named as such. I have lived here for the past 7 years and have seen both creeks become dry creek beds in the summer months. Thus sustaining aquatic life is not possible. Fish need water to live, if the creek is dry, so are the fish!!! I have recreated in the public lands surrounding the area and have observed livestock, wildlife both ungulates and waterfowl and fur bearing animals, take advantage of the water discharge areas as local water sources. IF you have been thru the area, you will know that water for such animals can be and is hard to locate in the arid summer months. These surface discharge area's provide water sources year round for our wildlife and livestock. Thus eliminating some of the stresses on the animals. In conclusion, I feel that the draft permit should be revisited/revised to not only levels that will allow Aethon Energy to continue its current production, but also set up in such a manner as to encourage future growth and expansion. Providing future growth not only for Wyoming energy, but our local communities, counties and state. While allowing for our future generations to remain in the wonderful state of Wyoming.

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Comment From: Daniel Dale

2/13/20 @ 12:42 AM

Dear DEQ, Thank you for not allowing an increased discharge of oil and gas wastewater from the Moneta Divide field. Please also consider developing more stringent limits on pollutants to ensure oil and gas wastewater does not continue to damage o...↓

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Comment From: Rochelle Sheldon

2/13/20 @ 12:01 AM

I believe the DEQ did not act in good faith when denying this permit. They have obviously ignored the will of the many for the idiocy of the few. Aethon did their due diligence and received mostly positive support at the last public meeting. The onl...↓

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Comment From: Tyler Watson

2/12/20 @ 1:44 PM

It is amazing to me that during a time when Wyoming is struggling financially we are going to put stricter guidelines on the companies that bring so much money to our economy. Wyoming has been about Oil and Gas forever, and it still has an abundance...↓

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Comment From: Savannah Salisbury

2/12/20 @ 11:29 AM

It is unfair that the DEQ changed the rules in the middle of the game by rejecting Aethon's permit and adding new regulations and restrictions. The DEQ owes it to the the many citizens who showed up and supported the research and permit at the public...↓

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Comment From: Kristy Salisbury

2/12/20 @ 11:13 AM

As a citizen of Fremont County Wyoming I am greatly disturbed by the revised draft. It was clear at the community meeting held in Riverton Wy had significant support with very few against the permit as written. Revising the permit is undermining the ...↓

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Comment From: Nancy Beck

2/12/20 @ 11:11 AM

There is an energy company wanting to do business in our State and their challenge is managing water. This state holds primacy for permitting both Clean Water Act and disposal wells. Why on earth isn't Wyoming doing everything within its authorit...↓

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Comment From: John Beck

2/12/20 @ 10:58 AM

Please reconsider your position on this permit. This permit should be grandfathered because companies have already invested in wells currently producing (some producing for over half a century) that are now at risk due to new compliance requirement...↓

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Comment From: Randall Kusel

2/12/20 @ 10:56 AM

Hindering of a company that will help our local fremont county economy crawl out of the slump it's in is simply asinine. Produced water has been discharged into the waters that lead to boysen for decades from many fields. I feel there are far worse t...↓

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Comment From: Wyoming Game and Fish Departme... (Alisha Pineda)

2/12/20 @ 9:13 AM

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Comment From: Lori Ridgway

2/12/20 @ 7:56 AM

As a citizen of Fremont County, Wyoming, I do NOT support the revised second draft, but do support the initial draft proposal WYPDES permit WY0002062, allowing Aethon to expand its operation, hiring additional personnel, helping improve our economy, ...↓

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Comment From: Josephine Gilpatrick

2/12/20 @ 5:15 AM

February 12, 2020 Jason Thomas, WYPDES Permitting Supervisor WDEQ – Water Quality 200 West 17th Street Cheyenne, WY 82002 Re: WYPDES Permit No. WY0002062, Comments to Revised Draft Permit Dear Mr. Thomas: As a long term re...↓

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Comment From: Rick Gilpatrick

2/12/20 @ 4:20 AM

Dear Mr. Thomas: As a life citizen of Fremont County, Wyoming, I do NOT support the revised second draft. I support the initial draft proposal WYPDES permit WY0002062, allowing Aethon to expand its operation, hiring additional personnel, helping...↓ improve our economy, and positively impacting my family. I have lived, hunted, water skied, fished, hiked and loved Wyoming my whole life. Years ago Wyoming developed Department of Environmental Quality for the ability to govern our industries, promote development of the State and the protection of its people and beauty. The reason being that it would help to delay or restrict Federal programs like the EPA and we in Wyoming would be in charge of our own destiny. This program was put into place so when the Federal agencies came into our State that we were already in compliance with our regulations that basically mirrored the Federal agency. The idea was to be able to stop the Federal agencies from accessing heavy fines for non-compliance. In other words we would take care of our own State. It was a way of self-regulating ourselves and not being influenced by out of state people telling us how to do our business. It has worked very well. Our State agencies were put into place to work with each other and to figure problems out together to make our State a viable successful economic State. A place where there would be both good jobs as well as enjoyment of a great outdoors. I sometimes feel that the government sector has forgotten these ideas and are restricting industries more and not trying to find the solutions needed to make businesses not only survive in Wyoming but thrive. The employees and businesses need more help to make sure we all survive. To change the rules after so many years of successful operation is not right. It's like changing a contract after the fact. Just not done. I believe that your actions are negatively affecting my lifestyle and the economic prosperity of Wyoming. I believe that the water currently being discharged in Boysen has not affected any of the activities we love in the State Park. I encourage the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality to approve the initial draft of the Aethon (Moneta Divide) Proposed Discharge Permit and manage the discharge within acceptable limits for the benefit of my family and all Wyoming citizens. Sincerely, Rick Gilpatrick

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Comment From: James Hinkle

2/11/20 @ 1:48 PM

To Whom This May Concern at Wyoming DEQ: Please reconsider your decision to disallow the expansion of the Moneta Divide Project and the reportedly increased regulation of the management of the discharged water from the existing gas extraction acti...↓

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Comment From: Richard Gard

2/11/20 @ 10:36 AM

Please consider the following as our general comments as it pertains to Revised Draft Permit WY0002062. Historic beneficial use of this produced water from the applicant has been utilized for more than sixty years and represents existing background...↓

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Comment From: Catherine Ratliff

2/11/20 @ 8:47 AM

Wyoming survives on our energy resources!!! Please support the Monetary Divide projectQ4DY

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Comment From: Justin Taylor

2/11/20 @ 7:55 AM

February 11, 2020 Jason Thomas, WYPDES Permitting Supervisor WDEQ – Water Quality 200 West 17th Street Cheyenne, WY 82002 Re: WYPDES Permit No. WY0002062, Comments to Revised Draft Permit Dear Mr. Thomas: As citizens of Ho...↓

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Comment From: Nic Patrick

2/11/20 @ 6:28 AM

Thank you for your continuing efforts to monitor and improve the Aetheon discharge permit. Please work with Aetheon to clean up existing damage and strengthen regulatory compliance to salt loads. Please don't allow any weakening of the chloride stan...↓

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Comment From: Kim Settlemire

2/11/20 @ 3:12 AM

When there was a request for additional discharge volumes, it was not simply denied, but more stringent regulations and restrictions were added to the permit holder??? How is it that this can happen when there is an existing permit? I'm concerned th...↓

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Comment From: Michael Pryor

2/11/20 @ 12:44 AM

Mr. Thomas, I live in Fremont County, and I do not support the revised second draft issued on 1/17/2020 that effectively prevents Aethon from expanding its work at Moneta Divide. Your continuous movement of the goal posts is un-American, and frank...↓

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Comment From: susan goetzinger

2/10/20 @ 12:57 PM

I am a lifelong, 58 year resident of Riverton. I grew up enjoying all of the recreational activities afforded by having Boysen reservoir so close to us. Numerous hours and many, many fond memories of the time spent there. I also have experienced t...↓

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Comment From: Ross Thornock

2/10/20 @ 11:58 AM

As an avid fisherman, and a father with children who enjoy swimming in the lake, I am concerned. The fact that Aethon has no plans of repairing the water treatment facilities scares me. There should be no deviation from the existing draft permit, a...↓

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Comment From: Morgan Lee

2/10/20 @ 10:21 AM

Thank You for not increasing the discharge permit please tighten down the existing permit as soon as it i due for reconsideration. There is an economic way to dispose of this water by evaporation and haul the chemical to a hazardous waste location...↓

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Comment From: Dana Furgason

2/10/20 @ 9:52 AM

I live in Sweetwater co and drive to Boysen reservoir to camp and fish. The discharge of any toxic pollutants from industry into the tributaries of the Wind River should not be permitted. Other waste disposal methods should be used, such as evapora...↓

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Comment From: Dana Furgason

2/10/20 @ 9:52 AM

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Comment From: Lloyd Larsen

2/10/20 @ 9:21 AM

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Comment From: Harvey Reading

2/10/20 @ 9:10 AM

I, GRUDGINGLY, support the draft permit as the best that can be expected here, and hope that DEQ and its political bosses don't sell us "down the river" later on by letting the hydrocarbon extractors pollute even more. This country needs to get off ...↓

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Comment From: Kathy Schilling

2/10/20 @ 7:31 AM

Please do not revise the existing draft permit in the Moneta Divide gas field. The current permit has been acceptable for many years and should be allowed to continue. This change in regulation would set a terrible precedence for Wyoming's oil and g...↓

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Comment From: Becca Brown

2/10/20 @ 4:33 AM

You might wonder why I have an opinion: Because Wyoming is one of the most beautiful unspoiled places in the nation, and many of us love it even if we don't live there! Thank you for hearing our concerns and please consider these steps: — Work wit...↓

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Comment From: Gina Waldon

2/10/20 @ 3:35 AM

I'm happy for the denial of increased dumping, but we need to eliminate any dumping in any waterways

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Comment From: Clair Anderson

2/10/20 @ 2:49 AM

The revised discharge permit requirements and denial of any additional output by the States own DEQ for the Moneta Divide project is absolutely appalling. Since when is changing the rules after they are set acceptable? The answer is that it is not. ...↓

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Comment From: Andrea Taylor (Andrea Taylor)

2/10/20 @ 1:27 AM

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Comment From: Pete Gosar

2/09/20 @ 12:25 PM

I would like to thank all at the Wyoming DEQ for denying Aethon Energy's request to send more produced water into Boysen Reservoir. I am hopeful that the agency responsible for pollution discharge will require Aethon to clean up the damage associate...↓

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Comment From: Chris Scheibe

2/09/20 @ 12:43 AM

There must be a better way to dispose of the waste water from oil and gas development. Taking the irresponsible step of dumping it into near by streams, just washes it away to become someone else's mess down stream. Without the option to just dump ...↓

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Comment From: Ruby Calvert

2/09/20 @ 12:33 AM

In May, 2019, the Wyoming DEQ had a meeting in Riverton to take comments and advise attendees about the research, findings, proposals and projected results from the water discharge permits requested by Aethon in order to further develop the Moneta Di...↓vide project, which was projecting a potential drilling project of some 4,000 wells. This was the total number of wells to be drilled over the.NEXT 65 YEARS if the field proved out (a fact that many forget as it sounds like all these wells will all be drilled in the next 2 or 3 years). A subsequent DEQ comment meeting was held in Thermopolis to go over the same findings with residents of that community. The Riverton meeting, which I attended, had an audience of 150 , heard very thorough reports from Wyoming's DEQ division about how the various alternatives would handle the water discharges, (through treatment, dilution, and discharges) and that the WYDEQ intended to scrupulously monitor and oversee the potential water discharge permits requested by Aethon and Burlington Resources for the additional wells to be drilled. Folks in the audience commented on the economic value of this project to the county and state, and particularly many heads of households who are struggling to make a living in Fremont County, talked about their critical need for a living-wage job, and the difficulties they were having without these jobs in Fremont County. At that meeting, the DEQ stood by their data, science and research - and thoroughly explained that the water treatment facility built by Encana (called "Neptune") had the capacity to treat the water to be discharged, and if it didn't, that Aethon had a commitment to upgrade and expand the treatment facility so that the water discharged could be in the "Class 1" designation. Further, the monitoring system was elaborate - and would check the rivers for discharge variances about every 3-5 miles along the rivers, resulting in a an exceedingly careful monitoring system to maintain the water quality as promised. I know Thermopolis residents are concerned about how much of this water will flow down Bad Water Creek, what the quality will be and how much will reach Boysen Reservoir, which is where Thermopolis gets their city water. However, as many of us Fremont County residents know, Bad Water Creek, which would be one of the creeks to handle some of the discharge water, has very seldom even had water in it, so one wonders how much water would really flow down this usually "dry" creek bed and reach Boysen Reservoir? Probably very little - At the meeting, Rob Hendry, a longtime rancher from Lysite, commented that he and his family had always used the water discharged from wells in this area to water his livestock, and had no problems with the quality of water (and neither had his father for over 30 years) , and he therefore, looked forward to this project. This comment, in itself, spoke powerfully to the quality of the water discharged from these wells. Many others commented on the painstaking process and economic burden of obtaining these permits (7 years or more) that these companies had already experienced and invested their time and resources. The bottom line at the meeting - WyomingDEQ stood by its research and science; and indicated they felt this industry had submitted enough documentation to prove that they can drill these wells and be good corporate citizens. At length, the Wyoming DEQ discussed their planned monitoring system - that the discharge flows will be monitored far beyond any monitoring system checking other water discharges into Boysen Lake (for pesticides and fertilizers) And at that meeting, it seemed apparent that our Wyoming DEQ felt that the field could be developed and the companies could stay within the water discharge permits, and this project was very viable. So what changed since those meetings to make the WY DEQ reverse its position? Powerful lobbying? Distrust in regard to the Wyo DEQ findings and research? Not believing Aethon and their commitment to manage downstream water quality? Where did the public pressure come from? Give these industries and our Wyoming citizens an opportunity to make this work - The Wyoming DEQ and other state officials owe it to our citizens to sit down at a table and discuss additional research and other options, before you shut this down and put additional restrictions on the current permits that Aethon already has. That is not a fair process, does not provide due diligence and due process for anyone. Furthermore, it sets a terrible precedent on other industries who might want to do business in Wyoming. Has Aethon done anything wrong? No... Have they been willing to work with the 25 plus agencies that they must report to? Yes. Give this company an opportunity to prove that they can do the work, provide economic growth in our County and State, and still protect our environmental quality. It can be done - this is the 21st century, and Wyoming DEQ - have some faith in your data collection and stand by your research and commitment to monitor. Fremont County desperately needs these jobs and revenue, and the State has everything to gain and nothing to lose by green lighting this project, It seems simple to me - if the company cannot meet the standards established by the WY DEQ - the project goes on hold until the issues are worked out. Give these corporate partners an opportunity to prove they can be good citizens, perform as they promise and provide good jobs for our county workers. Come on Wyoming DEQ - stand by your research - I trust you and your calculations and regulations to do the right thing for all of us, and yes, I too, love Boysen Lake. Ruby Calvert

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Comment From: Barbara Goss

2/08/20 @ 10:28 PM

The current permit has been acceptable for years and should be allowed to continue. I don't think you should be able to revise the permit and add more regulations and restrictions. We want and need Aethon to stay in Wyoming, these restrictions could ...↓

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Comment From: Jamie Short

2/08/20 @ 4:05 PM

Dumping toxic waste in freshwater streams is immpral and damaging to all Wyoming citizens who rely on this water for drinking, agriculture and recreation. You are dangerous to the health of this state. You should be ashamed of this idea and ashamed...↓

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Comment From: Nancy Irvine

2/08/20 @ 12:41 PM

I think that the revised Aethon proposed discharge permit is a terrible idea for Wyoming. Too many jobs would be lost. Please do not force Aethon out of. Wyoming.

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Comment From: David Adams

2/08/20 @ 8:32 AM

To whom it may concern, I am upset with the rule changes in midstream. My family and friends depends upon oil and gas to make a living. Where the Moneta Divide area is there will be no damage to the environment if they meet the guidelines previously...↓

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Comment From: Ray Buller Jr

2/08/20 @ 8:06 AM

"This revised permit is a terrible decision by the WDEQ!!! Since the increase in discharge volumes are no longer being considered in the revised permit, the WDEQ shouldn't be able to add more regulations and restrictions to Aethon's existing permit. ...↓

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Comment From: Richard Sorenson

2/08/20 @ 7:53 AM

Please discard the revised permit foe the Moneta Divide area as the previous permit was fully researched and acceptable. The revised permit will disallow any significant production of oil and gas in the kn own field and will result in loss of jobs ...↓

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Comment From: Brock Olson

2/08/20 @ 6:39 AM

This is a travesty!! Not only do you deny their application to further their business in Wyoming but add more regulations to their existing operation. Not fair! Please take the hand cuffs off and help Aethon develop their operation.

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Comment From: Robert Davis

2/08/20 @ 6:32 AM

Please don't increase the regulations on Aethon, The current regulation has been working for many years. The new proposed regulation would put them out of business, or a least cause them to lay people off. We need to keep people employed. sincerely R...↓

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Comment From: Neil and Jennifer Miller

2/08/20 @ 6:06 AM

February 8, 2020 Neil and Jennifer Miller P.O. Box 742 Basin, WY 82410 Dear Wyoming DEQ/WQD Administrator Frederick, Please work with Aethon so that they are not dumping tons of pollutants into Alkali and Badwater Creeks. These creeks flow ...↓

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Comment From: Kate Martin

2/08/20 @ 5:12 AM

This revised permit is a terrible decision by the WDEQ!!! Since the increase in discharge volumes are no longer being considered in the revised permit, the WDEQ shouldn't be able to add more regulations and restrictions to Aethon's existing permit. ...↓

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Comment From: Teresa Solan

2/08/20 @ 3:08 AM

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Comment From: Julie Buller

2/08/20 @ 2:05 AM

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Comment From: Janis Bradley

2/08/20 @ 2:04 AM

Please change the decision to cause the Monetary Divide project to fail ask this is a part of Wyoming people's livelihood. People from out of state,who can afford a luxury home in our state, should not be able to ruin our lives!

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Comment From: Sandra Materi

2/08/20 @ 1:36 AM

Require Aethon to clean up existing damage to Badwater and Alkali creeks that has resulted from decades of dumping of toxic waste water Immediately reduce the amount of dissolved salts that can be discharged Reduce allowed chlorid...↓

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Comment From: Michael Ford

2/08/20 @ 1:25 AM

Please reconsider and review the WDEQ decision on not renewing Aethons permit in Fremont County. This will impact our distressed economy greatly if the renewal permit isnt approved!!!

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Comment From: MARK HEINEKEN

2/08/20 @ 1:10 AM

First, thank you for you rejecting the proposed plan to increase Aethon Energy's discharge into Boysen Reservoir. I would now like to comment on the revised draft permit, which I think still allows too much discharge into Boysen and the Wind River. F...↓

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Comment From: Joe Stanbury

2/08/20 @ 12:59 AM

When I was sitting with Governor Gordon last year at a fundraiser he asked me what he could do to help the Wyoming economy and I said make it easier to develop our natural resources. The governor seemed very receptive to my comments and said that was...↓

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Comment From: Kathleen Quinn

2/07/20 @ 11:48 PM

I need to know more about this project, but any time I hear about dumping polluted water I have grave concerns. I hope someone will please email me more information about thus dumping. Thank You!

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Comment From: Bonnie Long

2/07/20 @ 3:35 PM

Thank you for listening to the citizens of Wyoming regarding the new permit and not allowing more waste water to be dumped into Boysen. We should require Aethon to clean up existing damage to Badwater and Alkali creeks that has resulted from decades ...↓

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Comment From: Debbie Williams

2/07/20 @ 2:23 PM

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Comment From: Robbie Ladner

2/07/20 @ 2:22 PM

With modern technology there is a way to get rid of the waste water without harming the environment. This would open the way to many new jobs and add to Wyoming's treasury . Please open this field up . Overcome the political differences.

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Comment From: Eric Kuegeler

2/07/20 @ 1:03 PM

I have worked in the moneta field for over 10 years and can testify that Aethon puts our environment and wildlife safety as a top priority. The water that is being discharged has been ran through a separator to separate hydrocarbons and then through ...↓

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