WEST VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION OFFICE OF ABANDONED MINE LANDS AND RECLAMATION Public meetings will be conducted to describe proposed AML Economic Revitalization (AMLER) Projects. The intent of these AMLER Projects is to alleviate health, safety and environmental problems created by coal mines abandoned prior to August 3, 1977, while providing an opportunity for economic and community development end use. Information regarding these projects, including required NEPA documentation, can be obtained from the WVDEP at 304-926-0499. The following projects listed with county locations will be explained. PROJECT NAME Elk River Rail Trail COUNTY Kanawha This project was vetted by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement for funding consideration. A public meeting to explain the project will be conducted as follows: Friday, February 7, 2025, – WV DEP, Office of Abandoned Mine Lands and Reclamation, 601 57th St. SE, Charleston, WV 26330, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. If you are unable to attend these meetings for the specified date and times, have questions, comments, or concerns, please contact [email protected] or Shon Cyfers/Ryan Jackson at 304-926-0499 for further assistance. LC-210931 01-14,21;2025
