In October of 1987, the U.S. Congress passed the Asbestos Hazardous
Emergency Response Act (AHERA) of 1987. In March of 1988, the
Administration approved BDN of Portage, Michigan to help the district
meet the new federal regulations. Berrien RESA has been and is in
compliance with all AHERA regulations. Berrien RESA Schools have been
inspected and materials tested for asbestos by BDN Consultants in
accordance with the new AHERA regulations. In accordance with the above
a management plan has been developed and has been sent to the State of
Michigan for approval. The management plan for all buildings can be
reviewed at the Administration Building, Berrien RESA or individual
building management plans can be reviewed in the office of that
building. Berrien RESA will begin conducting response actions and
abatement actions during the next year. In accordance with AHERA
regulations, schools will be conducting six months periodic
inspections. The three year re-inspection of the total school system
will be completed in 2019.