This is a well
written, concise ICR. The burden hour estimates are well developed,
the purpose of the study is fully explained in appropriate detail,
and it is to the point. If only EPA would apply the marginal
cost/marginal benefits concept embodied in AT reviews to more of
its programs.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
08/31/1988
08/31/1988
100
0
0
500
0
0
0
0
0
THE OFFICE OF MUNICIPAL POLLUTION
CONTROL WILL COMPILE PERFORMANCE DATA FROM ONE HUNDRED PUBLICLY
OWNED TREATMENT WORKS WITH ADVANCED TREATMENT (AT) EFFLUENT LIMITS
AND IDENTIFY RESULTING EMPIRICAL RELATIONSHIPS. THE DATA WILL BE
USED AS A GUIDELINE FOR PLANNING FUTURE AT FACILITIES AND TO REDUCE
COSTS OF BUILDING, OPERATING, AND MAINTAINING THESE EXPENSIVE AT
FACILITIES.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.