There are two very important public comment periods coming up related to WIPP. 

The New Mexico Environment Department has announced a Renewal draft Permit is available for public comment in the permit renewal process. The written public comment period begins on Dec. 20 and will end at 5 p.m. Feb. 18. For more information, please visit www.env.nm.gov/hazardous-waste/wipp/

Additionally, the NNSA has also issued its EIS for public comment related to the Surplus Plutonium Disposition Program. This public comment period began Dec. 16 and ends on Feb. 14. There will also be a public meeting in Carlsbad at the Pecos River Village Carousel House from 6-9 p.m. Jan. 24. Information on commenting on this issue is available here: https://www.energy.gov/nepa/doeeis-0549-surplus-plutonium-disposition-program.

Combined, these two processes will have a huge impact on the future of WIPP, which employs thousands of individuals in southeast New Mexico and also plays an essential national role. We will be participating in both of these comment periods and encourage you to do the same.

Sincerely,

Carlsbad Mayor Dale Janway