Skagit Valley Herald
The state Department of Ecology is taking public comment on a proposed increase in jet operations at Whidbey Island Naval Air Station, according to a notice issued Wednesday. The department will take comments through Aug. 8.
The Navy proposes to add up to 36 EA-18G Growler jets at the base, increasing jet operations and bringing in more personnel.
The goal is to expand NAS Whidbey’s electronic attack capabilities.
An environmental impact statement, or EIS, is in development for the proposal. An EIS outlines potential environmental impacts of a project and recommends mitigation to avoid or limit those impacts. The Navy plans to complete a final EIS in the fall before making a decision about whether to move forward with the proposal.
The ecology department’s role is to determine whether the project complies with the state’s Coastal Zone Management Program, according to the notice.
To comment, email to ecyrefedpermits@ecy.wa.gov or send mail to Department of Ecology — SEA Program, Attn: Federal Permit Coordinator, PO BOX 47600 Olympia, WA 98504.
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