![]() In particular, EO 12856 directs all federal agencies to comply with the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986 (EPCRA) and the Pollution Prevention Act of 1990 (PPA). The primary drivers for pollution prevention programs at Navy installations are Executive Orders (EOs) 1281. All Navy shore installations are required to develop, implement and update P2 Plans to achieve these objectives. P2 is an important tool for the Navy to manage its resources more efficiently and cost effectively. Pollution prevention is the preferred means of complying with or reducing regulatory requirements. Pollution prevention (P2) encompasses the methods and programs designed to reduce or eliminate pollution at the source instead of trying to control or mitigate the effects. The out lease program produces between $900,000 and $1.2 million dollars in rents annually, more than any other individual out lease program under the direction of the Navy. The agricultural out lease land is divided into 60 parcels which are leased to individuals for five year periods. The primary crops grown on the soils are cotton, wheat, and sugar beets. Nearly three-quarters of the land area of NAS Lemoore (approximately 11,500 acres) is leased out to local farmers for agricultural purpose. Include in this list are several federally protected species. ![]() Agricultural activities, natural grass and brush areas, and approximately 400 acres of wastewater treatment ponds at NAS Lemoore attract and support more than 124 species of animals including 3 reptiles, 3 amphibians, 12 mammals and 106 birds. There are five designated wildlife areas on the station. Present land use at NAS Lemoore can be divided into six major categories: (1) Air Operations, (2) Administration, (3) Family Housing, (4) Recreational, (5) Wildlife, and (6) Agricultural. Naval Air Station Lemoore must comply with the requirements of Federal, State, and the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District regulations governing stationary and mobile source air emissions. ![]() California generally requires pollution control and prevention measures which are more stringent than those mandated by the EPA, and most other States. SIPs implement pollution control programs such as new source performance standards (NSPS), new source review (NSR), and national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants (NESHAPS) at the State and local level. In California achieving these standards is the responsibility of the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the local San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District which must develop State Implementation Plans (SIPs) that outline to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) how the State and Region will achieve and maintain the NAAQS. (CAA) established national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) in order to protect the health and general welfare of the public. All NAS Lemoore and Navy contracted personnel must ensure they are aware of, understand, and comply with all environmental requirements imposed upon them by Federal, State and local governments. The number of environmental regulations has increased significantly in recent years, and these regulations are in a continuous state of change. In order to accomplish this mission element, all personnel must be aware of the environmental and natural resources laws and regulations which have been established by Federal, State, and Local governments. Therefore, an important part of the Navy's mission is to prevent pollution, protect the environment, and protect natural, historic, and cultural resources. National defense and environmental protection are and must continue to be compatible goals. The Navy is committed to operating in a manner compatible with the environment. The Navy's ability to accomplish its mission requires daily operations in the land, sea, and air environments. Environmental Assessment for Strike Fighter Realignment at Naval Air Station Lemoore, CaliforniaĮnvironmental Impact Statement Record Of Decision (EIS ROD)
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