Spring Valley Water Rights Hearing Sept. 11-25 | State of Nevada
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How do I send a public comment to the State Engineer? What is the State Engineer's role in the hearing? I would like to talk to the State Engineer. May I? When will the State Engineer make a decision about the hearing? Where can I find more information about the hearing? How do I get a copy of the transcript of the hearing? How do I offer a public comment during the hearing? Four locations have been arranged for public comment on Friday, September 15, 2006. In addition, public comment will be taken in Carson City at the Nevada Legislature. Ely: William Bee Ririe Hospital, Training Room, 1500 Ave. H Public comment is limited to 5 minutes per person. Please see the hearing schedule for more information.
How do I send a public comment to the State Engineer? As set forth in the Intermediate Order and Hearing Notice of March 8, 2006, the State Engineer will accept written public comment for 30 days after the close of the administrative hearing. A revised deadline for public comments has been extended to Nov. 3, 2006. Please address comments to: Tracy Taylor, State Engineer
What is the State Engineer's role in the hearing? The State Engineer is performing his statutory responsibility by remaining neutral, considering all the information presented at the hearing, and making a decision based on science, research and applicable laws.
I would like to talk to the State Engineer. May I? Because the hearing is a quasi-judicial process, we ask that comments to the State Engineer be made during the time allotted for public comments. Members of the news media may refer to the State Engineer's statement from Sept. 5, 2006.
When will the State Engineer make a decision about the hearing? A decision on this matter will be made at some point after the time period for public comment has ended. The State Engineer will take the time necessary to reach what he considers to be the correct decision. He will not speculate on a firm date for releasing his ruling.
Where can I find more information about the hearing? Please visit our Documents page for more information, read the ongoing news coverage, or you may visit the Division of Water Resources Web site.
How do I get a copy of the transcript of the hearing? Copies of the transcript are available from Capitol Reporters, Certified Court Reporters: (775) 882-5322.
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