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Notice of Application for State Air Quality Permit AQ0230MSS02 Rev. 1 Trident Seafoods Corporation, Saint Paul Seafood Processing Facility

What is this notice about?

The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC) plans to approve a change to an air quality permit for Trident Seafoods Corporation's seafood processing plant in Saint Paul. The change covers replacing two pieces of equipment that release air pollution. The public can send written comments until 11:59 p.m. Alaska time on October 28, 2026.

Why was this notice issued?

Trident Seafoods Corporation applied for a revised minor air quality permit under 18 AAC 508(6). ADEC made a preliminary decision to approve it under Alaska Statute (AS) 46.14 and 18 AAC 50, and must give the public a chance to comment before making a final decision.

What action is being taken?

ADEC has made a preliminary decision to approve Air Quality Control Minor Permit AQ0230MSS02 Revision 1 for the Saint Paul Seafood Processing Facility. The revision changes the permit's terms and conditions for replacing two emissions units (equipment that releases air pollution). Total yearly potential emissions of regulated air pollutants, other than greenhouse gases, are 179.50 tons. ADEC will review comments, make any needed changes, and then issue a final decision to approve or deny the permit after the comment period closes.

Who is involved: Trident Seafoods Corporation, 5303 Shilshole Avenue NW, Seattle, WA 98107 (applicant); Saint Paul Seafood Processing Facility, located at 57° 07' 28" N, 170° 17' 00" W

How can the public respond?

Respond by Wed, Oct 28, 2026 This deadline has passed.

“Comments must be received by close of public comments period at 11:59 p.m. Alaska time on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 (30 days after the first publication date).”

Ways to respond

What to include

Any interested person may send written statements relevant to the preliminary decision on permit AQ0230MSS02 Revision 1. Comments must be received by the deadline. Except for comments classified under AS 46.14.520, all public comments can be viewed at https://dec.alaska.gov/Applications/Air/airtoolsweb/AirPermitsApprovalsAndPublicNotices after the comment period. The permit application, preliminary permit and technical analysis report (TAR) are available at ADEC Air Permits Program, 410 Willoughby Avenue, Suite 303, Juneau, Alaska 99801; ADEC Air Permits Program, 555 Cordova Street, Anchorage, AK 99501; and online at http://dec.alaska.gov/Applications/Air/airtoolsweb/AirPermitsApprovalsAndPublicNotices/. People with disabilities who need a special accommodation to take part should contact ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Coordinator Kristin Mabry, kristin.mabry@alaska.gov, 1-907-334-0884; Alaska Relay Service/TTY/TDD 1-800-770-8973; or dial 711 by the 15th day of the comment period.

Contact

Adam Leibert
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation, Air Permits Program
adam.leibert@alaska.gov
555 Cordova Street, Anchorage, AK 99501

Will there be public meetings?

The notice does not announce any public meeting or hearing.

Key dates

  • Sep 28, 2026: Notice published; 30-day public comment period begins
  • Oct 28, 2026: Written comments due by 11:59 p.m. Alaska time

Original notice text

The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC) has made a preliminary decision to approve Trident Seafoods Corporation’s application for Air Quality Control Minor Permit AQ0230MSS02 Revision 1 for the Saint Paul Seafood Processing Facility. Applicant: Trident Seafoods Corporation 5303 Shilshole Avenue NW, Seattle, WA 98107 Location: 57° 07' 28" N, 170° 17' 00" W Activity: Trident Seafoods Corporation applied for a minor permit under 18 AAC 508(6) to revise the terms and conditions of the minor permit for the replacement of two emissions units. Emissions: Change in emissions for stationary source will not exceed:1.84 tons of Particulate Matter and 0.01 tons of Sulfur Dioxide. The total annual potential emissions of regulated air pollutants, other than greenhouse gases, are 179.50 tons. ADEC Preliminary Review: Based on review of the application, ADEC drafted a preliminary permit decision for this project under AS 46.14 and 18 AAC 50. Available Information: Copies of the permit application(s), ADEC’s preliminary minor permit and technical analysis report (TAR) are available at the following offices: ADEC Air Permits Program, 410 Willoughby Avenue, Suite 303, Juneau, Alaska 99801 ADEC Air Permits Program, 555 Cordova Street, Anchorage, AK 99501 These documents are also available at ADEC’s website at: http://dec.alaska.gov/Applications/Air/airtoolsweb/AirPermitsApprovalsAndPublicNotices/ Opportunity for Public Participation: Any interested person may present written statements relevant to the preliminary decision within 30 days after the first publication date. ADEC will consider all comments received and make any changes ADEC finds beneficial or necessary to assure compliance with 18 AAC 50 or state law. ADEC will issue a final decision to issue or deny the permit after the close of the public comment period. ADEC complies with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. If you are a person with a disability who may need a special accommodation in order to participate in this public process, please contact ADA Coordinator Kristin Mabry, kristin.mabry@alaska.gov, 1-907-334-0884; Alaska Relay Service/TTY/TDD 1-800-770-8973; or dial 711 by the 15th day of this public comment period to ensure that any necessary accommodations can be provided. Comments relevant to the preliminary minor permit may be submitted electronically via ADEC’s public notice site at https://dec.alaska.gov/Applications/Air/airtoolsweb/FormalComments, or to Adam Leibert by mail to 555 Cordova Street, Anchorage, AK 99501, or by email to adam.leibert@alaska.gov and dec.air.comment@alaska.gov. Comments must be received by close of public comments period at 11:59 p.m. Alaska time on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Except for comments classified under AS 46.14.520, all public comments submitted during the public comment period can be viewed at https://dec.alaska.gov/Applications/Air/airtoolsweb/AirPermitsApprovalsAndPublicNotices after the public comment period.

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