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Paradise hotel works fast to comply with DEQ
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Posted on Sep 13 1999
The Division of Environmental Quality has rescinded a Notice of Violation earlier issued to Paradise Hotel after management immediately addressed an environmental problem in the establishment.
“We are happy to report that Paradise Hotel was genuinely concerned about the safety of their guests and employees. They identified and corrected the problem,” said DEQ Director Ignacio V. Cabrera.
The Garapan establishment was cited by DEQ two weeks ago for violating the CNMI’s Safe Drinking Water Standards for Microbiological Contaminants. After being served a Notice of Violation, the hotel moved quickly to identify the problem. The company then proceeded to remedy the situation by following a plan reviewed by DEQ.
A re-test was conducted as requested by the hotel’s management. The follow-up test was conducted earlier this week and the results proved negative. “We are more happy to work with island-establishments in order to help them correct any problems they might have,” said Cabrera.
DEQ’s Safe Drinking Water Branch’s primary goal is to plan, develop, implement and enforce the CNMI Drinking Water Regulations, which protect CNMI drinking water and public health.
The NOV is an important tool when taking action against a facility for a transgression of the CNMI’s Water Regulations. DEQ will continue to monitor CNMI businesses and residences, and enforce all laws and regulations designed to protect the environment.
