Oregon Department-Environ Qlty

Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the official state agency in Oregon dedicated to restoring, maintaining, and enhancing the quality of the state's air, land, and water. DEQ's mission is to be a leader in environmental protection, ensuring the well-being of Oregon's natural resources for present and future generations. DEQ offers a wide range of programs and services, including air quality monitoring, permits, and vehicle inspections, land quality management, water quality standards and permits, recycling and waste prevention initiatives, and action on climate change. Committed to transparency and public engagement, DEQ provides resources, public notices, and opportunities for participation in meetings and rulemaking processes. Through its efforts, DEQ aims to create a sustainable and healthy environment for all Oregonians.Generated from the website

Wastewater Treatment Division is a part of the city of Salem, Ore. It provides wastewater treatment services to the Salem-Keizer metropolitan area and operates under the authority of the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality. The division s operations section strives to operate various treatment processes in a cost effective manner. It works towards meeting water quality requirements, as well as educates citizens and public organizations about the importance of wastewater treatment. Wastewater Treatment Division s maintenance section provides plant-distributed control system development and database system management services. The division also maintains a laboratory section that supports a drinking water treatment plant and drainage systems. Wastewater Treatment Division is operated by the Public Works Department, which maintains engineering, transportation services and operations departments.