Notice of Categorical Exclusion Determination - Expand Wells 4 and 5, City of Palmer

This public notice announces that the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation has issued a categorical exclusion for the “Expand Wells 4 and 5” project in Palmer, Alaska. The project will assess and upgrade existing water wells, improve aquifer production, and install a standby emergency generator. Funding is sought through a Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) loan of $1,500,000. The categorical exclusion indicates the project will not significantly impact environmental, cultural, or public health resources, allowing it to proceed without further environmental review. • Location: City of Palmer, Alaska (statewide jurisdiction) • Funding: $1.5 million DWSRF loan • Scope: Feasibility analysis, design, well‑control upgrades, and emergency generator installation for Wells 4 & 5 • Regulatory status: Categorical Exclusion under 18 AAC 76.235, no further EPA/DEC review required • Primary contact: Adele Fetter, Environmental Impact Analyst ([email protected])