NC0024406_correspondence_20210507

N.C. Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Water Resources
Electronic Signature Agreement
Federal regulations require that electronic documents must have valid electronic signatures if Title 40 of
the Code of Federal Regulations requires handwritten signatures on the paper documents they replace.
Valid electronic signature refers to an electronic signature on an electronic document that has been
created with an electronic signature credential.
This Electronic Signature Agreement, when finalized and approved, will allow the individuals with
electronic signature credentials to sign electronically a variety of required permit documents in lieu of the
submittal of signed paper copies. The submittal of Electronic Discharge Monitoring Reports (eDMR)
will be available once your electronic signature credentials are in place. Some agreements for document
submittals or acceptance, as noted in the Agreement Conditions (Section B.), are not currently available
electronically but are included here to have the agreements in place and to avoid the need to complete
future submittal of agreement forms when these systems are initiated.
A. Owner / Organization Information
Owner/Organization Name:
Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC
Responsible Official:
(as identified in accordance with 40 CFR 122.22)
Michael Lanning
Street Address:
3195 Pine Hall Road
City:
Belews Creek
State / Zip:
NC 27009
Phone Number:
[phone]
Email Address:
*email will be the primary method of contact for the electronic
submittal process so it is important to have an accurate email
available at all times
[e-mail]
B. Agreement Conditions
MAY v 2021
To receive and accept the required electronic signature credential, consisting of a user name ancbm SECTION
password, issued by the North Carolina Division of Water Resources (NCDWR) in ordeNpRON PROCESSING UNIT
electronic documents submitted to NCDWR's Electronic Document Systems and to receive electronic
documents from NCDWR's systems;
The Responsible Official and Submitter (if applicable) named in this form do herby:
1. Understand that this Electronic Signature Agreement requires me to submit electronic documents to
NCDWR's approved eDMR system under the authorized program in lieu of paper submissions.
2. Understand that this Electronic Signature Agreement requires me to accept electronic transmissions,
in lieu of paper transmissions of all permits, permit modifications, authorizations to construct, and
any other correspondence related to reviewing and processing permits from NCDWR. This
authorization will not become effective until NCDWR establishes a system for processing electronic
documents; I am notified in writing from NCDWR that use of the electronic systems has officially
been initiated; and North Carolina rules and statutes are changed to allow the implementation of
electronic submittal and acceptance of documents.
NCDWR Electronic Submittal Agreement Version 1 Page 1

3. Understand that this Electronic Signature Agreement requires me to submit electronic all necessary
information for processing of NPDES application including information for renewal of existing
permits, modification to existing permits, and applications for new discharge permits. The submittals
may include all necessary applications and supporting documentation to NCDWR's approved system
for electronic submittals in lieu of paper submissions. This authorization will not become effective
until NCDWR establishes a system for processing electronic documents; I am notified in writing from
NCDWR that use of the electronic systems has officially been initiated; and North Carolina rules and
statutes are changed to allow the implementation of electronic submittal and acceptance of
documents.
4. Understand that this Electronic Signature Agreement requires me to accept electronic submissions, in
lieu of paper submissions, of all Notices of Deficiency, Notices of violations, Civil Penalty
Assessments, and any other correspondence related to compliance with federal and state water quality
laws and regulations that might be sent by NCDWR. This authorization will not become effective
until NCDWR establishes a system for processing electronic documents; I am notified in writing from
NCDWR that use of the electronic systems has officially been initiated; and North Carolina rules and
statutes are changed to allow the implementation of electronic submittal and acceptance of
documents.
5. Agree to protect both the electronic signature credential, consisting of my user name and password,
and security questions and answers, from compromise and from use by anyone except me.
Specifically, I agree to maintain the secrecy of my electronic signature credential and security
questions and answers; I will not divulge or delegate my credential or security questions and answers
to any other individual; I will not store my credential or security questions and answers in an
unprotected location; and I will not allow my electronic signature credential or security questions and
answers to be written into computer scripts to achieve automated log -in.
6. Understand and agree that I will be held as legally bound, obligated, and responsible for the use of my
electronic signature as I would be using my hand-written signature.
7. Understand that I will be informed through my registered email address whenever my user name or
password has been modified.
8. Understand that eDMR reports the last date my user name and password were used immediately after
successfully logging into eDMR.
9. Agree to contact the NCDWR eDMR Administrator via email at [e-mail] as soon
as possible, but no later than 24 hours, after suspecting or determining that my user name and/or
password have become lost, stolen or otherwise compromised.
10. Agree that I will review the contents of all electronic submissions prior to submission.
11. Understand that I will automatically receive an email receipt at my registered email address from the
NCDWR's eDMR system for any submission that contains a valid electronic signature, identifying
the document received, the signatory, and the date and time of receipt.
12. Agree to contact the NCDWR eDMR Administrator via email at [e-mail] if I do not
receive an email receipt as specified above within five (5) business days for any electronically signed
submission using my credentials.
13. Agree that if I received an email notification for an activity that I do not believe that I performed, I
will notify the NCDWR eDMR Administrator via email at [e-mail] as soon as
possible, but no later than 24 hours, after receipt.
NCDWR Electronic Submittal Agreement Version 1 Page 2

14. Agree to report, within 24 hours of discovery, any evidence of discrepancy between any electronic
document I have signed and submitted and what the NCDWR eDMR has received from me by
contacting the NCDWR eDMR Administrator via email at [e-mail].
15. Understand that the NCDWR eDMR's system will automatically reject any electronic document
submitted without a valid electronic signature if such signature is required.
16. Agree to contact the NCDWR eDMR Administrator via email at [e-mail] within
ten working days if my duties change and I no longer need to interact with eDMR on behalf of my
organization.
17. Agree to notify the NCDWR eDMR Administrator via email at [e-mail] if I cease
to represent the regulated entity specified above as signatory of that organization's electronic
submissions as soon as this change in relationship occurs.
18. Understand that the NCDWR may contact the Organization's Responsible Official, who signs below
to authorize me as a signatory for the Owner/Organization, in order to verify my identity.
19. Agree to retain a copy of this signed agreement as long as I continue to represent the regulated entity
specified above as signatory of the Organization's electronic submissions.
20. Certify that I have the authority to enter into this Agreement on behalf of the Organization identified
above, and I am a signatory authorized to represent that Organization, and I am able to sign and
submit reports and other information on behalf of that Organization in the capacity required by statute
and/or regulation.
C. Permit/Facility Information
Approval under this Electronic Signature Agreement is applicable to the following permits and if
applicable to the Submitters, if noted here and in Section E:
Permit
Number'
Facility Name
Facility Address
Submitter2 (if applicable)
NC0024406
Belews Creek Steam
Station
3195 Pine Hall Road, Belews
Creek, NC 27009
Douglas Julian
NC0024406
Belews Creek Steam
Station
3195 Pine Hall Road, Belews
Creek, NC 27009
Tyler Frydryk
NC0024406
Belews Creek Steam
Station
3195 Pine Hall Road, Belews
Creek, NC 27009
Freddie Wilson
1 You I
I
may on y me ude permits associated with One owner. If more space is needed for additional permits or submitters you
may attach separate pages. A supplemental sheet is available at: https://deq.nc.gov/ahout/divisions/water-
resou rces/ed rn r/forms-and-reports
2. A separate Section E must be included for each Submitter in order to obtain a hard copy signature and notarization for all
entities. If more than one individual will have submitter permissions for the same permit, then indicate this on separate
rows.
NCDWR Electronic Submittal Agreement Version 1
Page 3

D. Responsible Official Signature
The Responsible Official, as identified in accordance with 40 CFR 122.22, is the appropriate individual
with the authority to sign and submit reports for the organization.
I, _Michael Lanning (printed name), have the authority to enter into this
Agreement for _Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC (Owner/Organization Name).
I request the NCDWR grant me and, if included in Sections C and E of this form, the named Submitter(s),
an electronic signature credential to submit and accept documents electronically on behalf of my
organization.
I acknowledge that I, and the individual(s) named in Sections C and E (if applicable), work at/for my
organization and have authority to submit and accept electronic documents and act as a signatory for
purposes of the NCDWR's electronic document systems.
By submitting this application, I, _Michael Lanning (printed name), have
read, understand, and accept the terms and conditions of this Electronic Signature Agreement. I certify
under penalty of law that I have personally examined and am familiar with the information submitted in
this application and all attachments and that, based on my inquiry of those persons immediately
responsible for obtaining the information contained in the application, I believe that the information is
true, accurate and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false
information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment.
Responsible Official Signature
GM III- Reg Stations APRIL 28, 2021
Title Date
[e-mail] [phone]
Email Address Phone Number
*email will be the primary method of contact for the electronic submittal process so it is important to have an accurate email
available at all times
If you are a current eDMR submitter please provide your User Id: [e-mail]
User Id
Subscribed and sworn to before me this 28 day of April , 2021
(1)'
Signature Signature f Notary Public
April D. Harger
Printed Name of Notary Public
My Commission Expires:
(SEAL)
)01 1,5j ,o,qz
NCDWR Electronic Submittal Agreement Version 1 Page 5

r
•
•

E. Submitter Signature
The Submitter (electronic signature applicant) is a user other than the Responsible Official who submits
this agreement to request to sign reports electronically. The Submitter is given signatory authority by an
individual identified as the Responsible Official by the Owner/Organization to sign reports and other
information and to accept electronic documents.
I, Freddie Wilson (printed name), am authorized by the Responsible
Official name in this document, who does have the authority under the applicable standards, to enter into
this agreement for Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC (Owner/Organization Name).
By submitting this application, I, Freddie Wilson (printed name), have
read, understand, and accept the terms and conditions of this Electronic Signature Agreement. I certify
under penalty of law that I have personally examined and am familiar with the information submitted in
this application and all attachments and that, based on my inquiry of those persons immediately
responsible for obtaining the information contained in the application, I believe that the information is
true, accurate and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false
information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment.
Submitter Signature
[e-mail]
Email Address
*email will be the primary method of contact
available at all times
If you are a current eDMR submitter,
Operations Manager April 28, 2020
Title Date
[phone]
Phone Number
for the electronic submittal process, so it is important to have an accurate email
please provide your User Id: [e-mail]
User Id
Subscribed and sworn to before me this 28 day of April , '2021 .
Signature of otary Public
April D. Harger
Printed Name of Notary Public
My Commission Expires:
(SEAL)
NCDWR Electronic Submittal Agreement Version 1 Page 8

E. Submitter Signature
The Submitter (electronic signature applicant) is a user other than the Responsible Official who submits
this agreement to request to sign reports electronically. The Submitter is given signatory authority by an
individual identified as the Responsible Official by the Owner/Organization to sign reports and other
information and to accept electronic documents.
I, Tyler Frydryk (printed name), am authorized by the Responsible
Official name in this document, who does have the authority under the applicable standards, to enter into
this agreement for Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC (Owner/Organization Name).
By submitting this application, I, Tyler Frydryk (printed name), have
read, understand, and accept the terms and conditions of this Electronic Signature Agreement. I certify
under penalty of law that I have personally examined and am familiar with the information submitted in
this application and all attachments and that, based on my inquiry of those persons immediately
responsible for obtaining the information contained in the application, I believe that the information is
true, accurate and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false
information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment.
Su mitter Signature
[e-mail]
Email Address
Maintenance Manager April 28, 2020
Title Date
[phone]
Phone Number
*email will be the primary method of contact for the electronic submittal process so it is important to have an accurate email
available at all times
If you are a current eDMR submitter, please provide your User Id: [e-mail]
User Id
Subscribed and sworn to before me this 28 day of April
Signatu of Notary Publi
April D. Harger
, 2021
Printed Name of Notary Public
My Commission Expires:
(SEAL)
IO/I.3I;i,O4,3
NCDWR Electronic Submittal Agreement Version 1 Page 7

rr__
*1 f• 9.,.
.. ,\
_. t `� ^ ..a
,ram .1- .�
\~
I
`r`ifLi,

E. Submitter Signature
The Submitter (electronic signature applicant) is a user other than the Responsible Official who submits
this agreement to request to sign reports electronically. The Submitter is given signatory authority by an
individual identified as the Responsible Official by the Owner/Organization to sign reports and other
information and to accept electronic documents.
I, Douglas Julian (printed name), am authorized by the Responsible
Official name in this document, who does have the authority under the applicable standards, to enter into
this agreement for Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC (Owner/Organization Name).
By submitting this application, I, Douglas Julian (printed name), have
read, understand, and accept the terms and conditions of this Electronic Signature Agreement. I certify
under penalty of law that I have personally examined and am familiar with the information submitted in
this application and all attachments and that, based on my inquiry of those persons immediately
responsible for obtaining the information contained in the application, I believe that the information is
true, accurate and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false
information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment.
Submitter nature (
[e-mail]
Email Address
*email will be the primary method of contact
available at all times
If you are a current eDMR submitter,
Operations Manager April 28, 2021
Title Date
[phone]
Phone Number
for the electronic submittal process so it is important to have an accurate email
please provide your User Id: [e-mail]
User Id
Subscribed and sworn to before me this 28 day of April , 2021 .
(SEAL)
.
Signature of Notary Public
April D. Harger
Printed Name of Notary Public
My Commission Expires: I CIILIqia,
NCDWR Electronic Submittal Agreement Version 1 Page 6

N RGY
Certified Mail No. 7020 0640 0000 3191 1738
April 29, 2021
NC Dept of Environment and Natural Resources
Information Processing Unit
Attention: Electronic Signature Agreements
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Subject: Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC
Electronic Signature Agreement
Belews Creek Steam Station — NC0024406 — Stokes County
To: Information Processing Unit
Duke Energy
Belews Creek Steam Station
3195 Pine Hall Rd
Belews Creek, NC 27009
(336) 445- 0634
The enclosed form is to request that the N. C. Division of Water Resources (NCDWR) grant
electronic signature credentials to the individuals outlined in the form for NPDES wastewater
permittees. The Electronic Signature Agreement (ESA) is submitted in hard copy form with
original notarized signatures for each individual requesting the credentials.
Please direct any correspondence or questions concerning this request to Brenda Johnson at (704) 467-
6524 or Lori Tollie at (336) 854- 4916.
Yours truly,
BrendJohnson
Senior Environmental Professional
RRECC Belews Creek Steam Station
Attachments