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MAR 29 2005

March 15, 2005

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Chicago, IL 60601

Re:

#R04-22/23

To Whom It May Concern:

This correspondence is in reference to the proposed amendments to Part 732 and

Part 734 Regulations. As an interested person, it is my opinion that the Pollution Control

Board (IPCB) should hold additional hearings regarding these proposed amendments. A

more objective approach to the regulations may be resolved if additional testimonials and

modifications are considered by the IPCB. As proposed, the amendments do not reflect

many of the concerns oftank owners, operators, contractors, and consultants.

Furthermore, it would be to the advantage ofSouthern Illinois citizens forhearings to be

held closer to Southern Illinois. All previous hearings have been held in Northern

Illinois, which disadvantages the opportunity for all illinois citizens to be involved in the

rulemaking process. I would like to respectively request a more central location for

future rulemaking hearings.

I appreciate your time and consideration in these matters.

Sincerely,

Mark Owens

Mark Owens

Box 203

ma, IL 62846