Project Overview
The Alliance has been working proactively and collaboratively with its Member agencies and the Washington State Department of Ecology to develop a delegated program that will serve the current and future needs of our community. The Alliance’s Salmon Creek Regional Wastewater Management System is a critical part of the community’s public infrastructure. Handling approximately 8 to 10 million gallons of wastewater per day, the system meets the federal thresholds for pretreatment program delegation, which are based on the size of the treatment plant and the presence of industrial users in the service area. As a result, Ecology has indicated its interest in delegating authority to administer the program locally. Delegation of authority involves a transfer of legal and regulatory authority and responsibilities for the program from the state (Ecology) to the local level (Alliance). The delegated program will provide local users with a more accessible and responsive program.

Schedule
The Alliance completed program development and obtained local endorsement from the District and the City of Battle Ground in 2021. The Alliance submitted the proposed program to Ecology in April 2022 and has been coordinating closely with Ecology on its review. Once Ecology completes its review, a public notice for comment will be issued. Ecology will review and respond to comments after the comment period. Upon Ecology approval, the Alliance will adopt the delegated program, and the updated program framework will go into effect.
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Contact Us
For more information about the program, or if you’d like to be notified of the dates for the public hearings, please contact Leanne. For technical questions, please contact Kristen.
Leanne Mattos
Administrative Services Manager | Board Clerk
Kristen Thomas
Regulatory Compliance Manager