Objectives: 

Public involvement efforts are designed to enable the citizens of Louisiana to be a part of the environmental decisions that affect their life. Through the public notices, public hearings and meetings, and availability of material associated with the permitting activities for public review, the citizens of Louisiana can present their comments and additional input of information that helps the agency decision makers in their review and evaluation of the permits.

Goals:  

To keep the citizens of Louisiana informed and involved in all activities associated with the issuance of the air, hazardous waste, solid waste, water permits and other DEQ activites of public interest.