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Participation Opportunities


October 03, 2008

The Air Quality Division is welcoming interested individuals to participate in one of three advisory groups/committees. All meetings will take place at the Linn County Public Health office in the main conference room.


Visit our Stakeholder Workgroup Page for dates and times of the next meeting for each workgroup.

General Stakeholder Meeting:

This general informational meeting is for all stakeholders. Updates and changes to the local air quality program will be made at this quarterly meeting.

NAAQS Advisory Group:
This group would identify, advise, and implement proactive measures (including advocacy to external stakeholders) to ensure Linn County remains in attainment of the NAAQS

LCCO and Permit Advisory Group:
Recommend improvements to the code of ordinances and permitting process. This workgroup has divided into two subgroups. The first group meets at 9:00 to discuss local programs such as open burning, burn barrels, outdoor wood boilers, and odor. The second work group meets at 10:00 am to discuss industrial permitting and related county ordinances.

Public Outreach Committee:
This group develops and implements voluntary programs to advance air quality in Linn County through communication, education, philanthropy and recognition