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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNC0004685_Signature Authority_20240117N.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: &L- c-gym C LAss Pv- -i2 ,Aen eai o l.L Responsible Official: as identified in accordance with 40 CFR 122.22 '9 A A) WAI Street Address: wol ('11ZA) JC City: SHkL 13 c State / Zip: A/C t.�l 3/ 5'0 Phone Number: (` Y ) q3Y - 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 "T rr j P-1 n e r+C n P-S� B. Agreement Conditions To receive and accept the required electronic signature credential, consisting of a user name and password, issued by the North Carolina Division of Water Resources (NCDWR) in order to sign 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; 1 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 cDMRadmin(a,ncdennggY as soon as possible, but no later than 24 hours, after suspecting or detennining that my user name and/or password have become lost, stolen or otherwise compromised. 10. Agree that 1 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 eDMRadmin(ancdenr.go% 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 eDMRadmin(amcdencRov 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 eDMRadmin(d ncdem.eov. 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 eDMRadmin(a:ncdenr.gov 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 eDMRadmin(a;ncdenr.goy 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 1 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 Submitter= (if applicable) NC 000ytvBS J5tiLYTAIC CUSS: F rBe4 WoWnsosafw Sot-rca Qil -S(->t t 1-ttT "-DrIN Sgmc" S1ms �AML T 22� SYYtrJ 2Vt-T 1. You may only include 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: hums -/deo nc eoviuboubdnisionshvater- resources ednrc lorms-and-repons 2. A separate Section F: 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 N eg GLASS FUTURE Electric Glass Fiber America Electric Glass Fiber America, LLC 940 Washburn Switch Road, Shelby, NC 28150 January 11, 2024 Via email and/or Federal Express Wastewater Branch Water Quality Permitting Section Division of Water Resources 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Subject: Delegation of Signature Authority ELECTRIC GLASS FIBER AMERICA, LLC — Shelby Facility NPDES Permit Number NC0004685 To Whom it May Concern: Terry Steinert Environmental Manager T: 704434-2261 ext. 22007 Email: terrv.steinert(a)neo-us.cwm By notice of this letter, I hereby delegate signatory authority to each of the following individuals for all permit applications, discharge monitoring reports, and other information relating to the operations at the subject facility as required by all applicable federal, state, and local environmental agencies specifically with the requirements for signatory authority as specified in 15A NCAC 2B .0506. Individual #1 Individual #2 Name: John Littlejohn Terry Steinert Title: Operator in Responsible Charge Environmental Manager Mailing Address: 940 Washburn Switch Road Shelby, NC 28150 940 Washburn Switch Road Shelby, NC 28150 Physical Address: (if different) Email Address: John.Littleiohn@neg-us.com Terry.Steinert@nee-us.com Office Phone: 704 — 434 — 2261 704 — 434 — 2261 Mobile Phone: 704 — 974 —1908 316 — 204 — 4168 If you have any questions regarding this letter, please contact me at Alan.Toney@neg-us.com Kindest Regards, U A lan Toney Electric Glass Fiber America, LLC—Shelby Plant Manager 940 Washburn Switch Road, Shelby, NC 28150 Ala n.Toney@ neg-us.com 704-434-2261 G^e Ao(dBSVILk6T I&Idv4-L oPFfCEt 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. 1, " 75orLJ LI-Mi? :TWW (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 G&y-n c C Lw ss LLC— (Owner/Organization Name). By submitting this application, I, LtTnt-so H+J (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 Signatu Title T— Date 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: User Id Subscribed and sworn to before me this !'r/ day of 20 z // . Signature UNcffiry Public ary E. Cara a&.q Printed Name of Notary Public ------- My Commission Expires: ► I 1 Dt/�' `� �` 6 r '2� X5 (SEAL) = _ NCDWR Electronic Submittal Agreement Version 1 Page 5 i ,ti �; �1 1 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. 1, L- �ym 13 t New (printed name), am authorized by the Responsible Official name in this aticument, who does have the authority under the applicable standards, to enter into this agreement for tL�-c yztc C)uvc: h6,re Amt-ruN ,LLC (Owner/Organization Name). By submitting this application, S-21 t JtME (printed name), have read, understand, and accept the terms and conditi ns 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�a a and imprisonment. F�vvt/ N VIra/N�L r'tG� �l aO g? ub itter Signature Title Date Email 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: User Id Subscribed and sworn to before me this I I day of 20 2 . :1 a t * (F• Qtn� Signature Nottiry Public Aary E. Carrigan Printed Name & Notary Public ---. My Commission Expires: (SEAL) _ = NCDWR Electronic Submittal Agreement Version 1 Page 5 � 1 J- L �.,' _ �./ ' { ' `, j