Michael P. Smith

The appellants appealed a Director's Order requiring the preparation and implementation of a closure plan for the Margach Waste Disposal Site and the provision of financial assurance.

The parties reached a settlement in principle and requested a settlement hearing.

The settlement provided an 18-month period to facilitate the sale of the site to a potential purchaser, during which the appellants would continue maintenance and monitoring.

If sold, the purchaser would assume responsibility and provide financial assurance; if not, the appellants would implement a closure plan.

The Tribunal found the settlement satisfied the statutory requirements of the Environmental Protection Act and was in the public interest.

The Tribunal allowed the appeals in part, directed the Director to revoke the Order, and dismissed the proceedings.