Forest Resource Coordinating Committee, 21206-21207 [2014-08472]

Download as PDF 21206 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 72 / Tuesday, April 15, 2014 / Notices Council will serve without compensation, but may be reimbursed for travel expenses while performing duties on behalf of the Council, subject to approval by the DFO. Equal opportunity practices in accordance with USDA policies shall be followed in all appointments to the Council. To help ensure that recommendations of the committee take into account the needs of the diverse groups served by USDA, membership shall include, to the extent possible, individuals with demonstrated ability to represent women, men, racial and ethnic groups, and persons with disabilities. Dated: April 2, 2014. Gregory Parham, Assistant Secretary for Administration. [FR Doc. 2014–08468 Filed 4–14–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3411–15–P DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Office of the Secretary Forest Resource Coordinating Committee Forest Service, USDA. Call for nominations. AGENCY: ACTION: The Department of Agriculture is seeking nominations for the Forest Resource Coordinating Committee (Committee) pursuant to Section 8005 of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 (Act) (Pub. L. 110–246), and the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), (5 U.S.C. App. 2). Additional information on the Committee can be found by visiting the Committee’s Web site at: https:// www.fs.fed.us/spf/coop/frcc/. DATES: Written nominations must be received by May 15, 2014. Nominations must contain a completed application packet that includes the nominee’s name, resume, cover letter, and completed Form AD–755 (Advisory Committee or Research and Promotion Background Information). The package must be sent to the address below. ADDRESSES: Laurie Schoonhoven, USDA Forest Service, Office of Cooperative Forestry, Sidney R. Yates Federal Building, 201 14th Street SW., mailstop 1123, Washington, DC 20024 by express mail delivery or overnight courier service. Nominations sent via the U.S. Postal Service must be sent to the following address: USDA Forest Service; Office of Cooperative Forestry, State & Private Forestry; mailstop 1123; 1400 Independence Avenue SW,, Washington, DC 20250–1123. mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES SUMMARY: VerDate Mar<15>2010 18:06 Apr 14, 2014 Jkt 232001 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Laurie Schoonhoven, Forest Resource Coordinating Committee Program Coordinator, Telephone: (202) 205–0929 or Karl Dalla Rosa, Designated Federal Officer (DFO), Telephone: (202) 205– 6206. Individuals who use telecommunication devices for the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal Information Relay Service (FIRS) at 1–800–877–8339 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background In accordance with the provisions of FACA, the Secretary of Agriculture is seeking nominations to fill seven vacancies that will occur when current appointments expire in December 2014. The purpose of the Committee is to continue providing direction and coordination of actions within the Department of Agriculture, and coordination with State agencies and the private sector, to effectively address the national priorities for private forest conservation, with specific focus on owners of non-industrial private forest land as described in Section 8005 of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 (Pub. L. 110–246). These priorities include: 1. Conserving and managing working forest landscapes for multiple values and uses, 2. Protecting forests from threats, including catastrophic wildfires, hurricanes, tornadoes, windstorms, snow or ice storms, flooding, drought, invasive species, insect or disease outbreak, or development, and restoring appropriate forest types in response to such threats, and 3. Enhancing public benefits from private forests, including air and water quality, soil conservation, biological diversity, carbon storage, forest products, forestry-related jobs, production of renewable energy, wildlife, wildlife corridors and wildlife habitat, and recreation. Vacancy Members appointed to the Committee will be fairly balanced in terms of the points of view represented, functions to be performed, and will represent a broad array of expertise, leadership and relevancy to a membership category. Geographic balance and a balanced distribution among the categories are also important. Representatives from the following categories will be appointed by the Secretary with staggered terms up to 3 years: (2) State Foresters or equivalent State officials from geographically diverse regions of the United States.; (1) Non-industrial PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Private Forest Landowner; (1) LandGrant University or College; (1) Private Forestry Consultant; (1) State Technical Committee; and (1) Conservation Organization. Vacancies will be filled in the manner in which the original appointment was made. Nomination and Application Instructions The State Foresters, Non-industrial Private Forest Landowner, Land-Grant University or College, Private Forestry Consultant, State Technical Committee, or Conservation Organization positions must be associated with such organizations and be willing to represent that sector as it relates to nonindustrial private forestry. The public is invited to submit nominations for membership on the Forest Resource Coordinating Committee, either as a self-nomination or a nomination of any qualified and interested person. The appointment of members to the Committee is made by the Secretary of Agriculture. Any individual or organization may nominate one or more qualified persons to represent the above vacancy on the Forest Resource Coordinating Committee. To be considered for membership, nominees must provide the following: 1. Resume describing your qualifications to represent the vacancy; 2. Cover letter with a rationale for serving on the committee and what you can contribute; 3. Complete Form AD–755, Advisory Committee or Research and Promotion Background Information. The form AD– 755 may be obtained from the Forest Service contacts or from the following Web site: https://www.usda.gov/ documents/OCIO_AD_755_Master_ 2012.pdf. 5. Letters of recommendation are welcome. All nominations will be vetted by USDA. A list of qualified applicants will be prepared from which the Secretary of Agriculture shall appoint to the Forest Resource Coordinating Committee. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit nominations via overnight mail or delivery to ensure timely receipt by the USDA. Members of the Committee will serve without compensation, but may be reimbursed for travel expenses while performing duties on behalf of the Committee, subject to approval by the DFO. Equal opportunity practices, in line with USDA policies, will be followed in all appointments to the Committee. To ensure that the recommendations of the Committee have been taken into account the needs of the diverse groups served by the Departments, membership will, E:\FR\FM\15APN1.SGM 15APN1 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 72 / Tuesday, April 15, 2014 / Notices to the extent practicable, include individuals with demonstrated ability to represent all racial and ethnic groups, women and men, and persons with disabilities. Dated: April 2, 2014. Gregory Parham, Acting Assistant Secretary for Administration. [FR Doc. 2014–08472 Filed 4–14–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3411–15–P DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration Opportunity for Designation in the Aberdeen, SD; Hastings, NE; Fulton, IL; the State of Missouri, and the State of South Carolina Areas; Request for Comments on the Official Agencies Servicing These Areas Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration, USDA. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: The designations of the official agencies listed below will end on September 30, 2014. We are asking persons or governmental agencies interested in providing official services in the areas presently served by these agencies to submit an application for designation. In addition, we are asking for comments on the quality of services provided by the following designated agencies: Aberdeen Grain Inspection, Inc. (Aberdeen); Hastings Grain Inspection, Inc. (Hastings); John R. McCrea Agency, Inc. (McCrea); Missouri Department of Agriculture (Missouri); and South Carolina Department of Agriculture (South Carolina). DATES: Applications and comments must be received by May 15, 2014. ADDRESSES: Submit applications and comments concerning this notice using any of the following methods: • Applying for Designation on the Internet: Use FGISonline (https:// fgis.gipsa.usda.gov/ default_home_FGIS.aspx) and then click on the Delegations/Designations and Export Registrations (DDR) link. You will need to obtain an FGISonline customer number and USDA eAuthentication username and password prior to applying. • Submit Comments Using the Internet: Go to Regulations.gov (https:// www.regulations.gov). Instructions for submitting and reading comments are detailed on the site. • Mail, Courier or Hand Delivery: Eric J. Jabs, Chief, USDA, GIPSA, FGIS, mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES SUMMARY: VerDate Mar<15>2010 18:06 Apr 14, 2014 Jkt 232001 QACD, QADB, 10383 North Ambassador Drive, Kansas City, MO 64153. • Fax: Eric J. Jabs, 816–872–1257. • Email: Eric.J.Jabs@usda.gov. Read Applications and Comments: All applications and comments will be available for public inspection at the office above during regular business hours (7 CFR 1.27(c)). FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Eric J. Jabs, 816–659–8408 or Eric.J.Jabs@ usda.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Section 79(f) of the United States Grain Standards Act (USGSA) authorizes the Secretary to designate a qualified applicant to provide official services in a specified area after determining that the applicant is better able than any other applicant to provide such official services (7 U.S.C. 79(f)). Under section 79(g) of the USGSA, designations of official agencies are effective for three years unless terminated by the Secretary, but may be renewed according to the criteria and procedures prescribed in section 79(f) of the USGSA. Areas Open for Designation Aberdeen Pursuant to Section 79(f)(2) of the United States Grain Standards Act, the following geographic area, in the State of North Dakota and South Dakota, is assigned to this official agency: In North Dakota and South Dakota Bounded on the North by U.S. Route 12 east to State Route 22; State Route 22 north to the Burlington-Northern (BN) line; the Burlington-Northern (BN) line east to State Route 21; State Route 21 east to State Route 49; State Route 49 south to the North Dakota-South Dakota State line; the North Dakota-South Dakota State line east to U.S. Route 83; U.S. Route 83 north to State Route 13; State Route 13 east and north to McIntosh County; the northern McIntosh County line east to Dickey County; the northern Dickey County line east to U.S. Route 281; U.S. Route 281 south to the North Dakota-South Dakota State line; the North DakotaSouth Dakota State line east; Bounded on the East by the eastern South Dakota State line (the Big Sioux River) to A54B; Bounded on the South by A54B west to State Route 11; State Route 11 north to State Route 44 (U.S. 18); State Route 44 west to the Missouri River; the Missouri River south-southeast to the South Dakota State line; the southern South Dakota State line west; Bounded on the West by the western South Dakota State line north; the PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 21207 western North Dakota State line north to U.S. Route 12. Hastings Pursuant to Section 79(f)(2) of the United States Grain Standards Act, the following geographic area, in the State of Nebraska, is assigned to this official agency: In Nebraska Bounded on the North by the northern Nebraska State line from the western Sioux County line east to the eastern Knox County line; Bounded on the East by the eastern and southern Knox County lines; the eastern Antelope County line; the northern Madison County line east to U.S. Route 81; U.S. Route 81 south to the southern Madison County line; the southern Madison County line; the eastern Boone, Nance, and Merrick County lines; the Platte River southwest; the eastern Hamilton County line; the northern and eastern Fillmore County lines; the southern Fillmore County line west to U.S. Route 81; U.S. Route 81 south to State Highway 8; State Highway 8 west to the County Road 1 mile west of U.S. Route 81; the County Road south to southern Nebraska State line; Bounded on the South by the southern Nebraska State line, from the County Road 1 mile west of U.S. Route 81, west to the western Dundy County line; Bounded on the West by the western Dundy, Chase, Perkins, and Keith County lines; the southern and western Garden County lines; the southern Morrill County line west to U.S. Route 385; U.S. Route 385 north to the southern Box Butte County line; the southern and western Sioux County lines north to the northern Nebraska State line. The following grain elevators are part of this geographic area assignment. In Kansas Grain Inspection Service, Inc.’s area: Farmers Coop, Big Springs, Deuel County, Nebraska; and Big Springs Elevator, Big Springs, Deuel County, Nebraska. In Fremont Grain Inspection Department, Inc.’s area: Huskers Cooperative Grain Company, Columbus, Platte County, Nebraska. McCrea Pursuant to Section 79(f)(2) of the United States Grain Standards Act, the following geographic area, in the State of Illinois and Iowa, is assigned to this official agency: In Illinois Carroll and Whiteside Counties. E:\FR\FM\15APN1.SGM 15APN1

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[Federal Register Volume 79, Number 72 (Tuesday, April 15, 2014)]
[Notices]
[Pages 21206-21207]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2014-08472]


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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Office of the Secretary


Forest Resource Coordinating Committee

AGENCY: Forest Service, USDA.

ACTION: Call for nominations.

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SUMMARY: The Department of Agriculture is seeking nominations for the 
Forest Resource Coordinating Committee (Committee) pursuant to Section 
8005 of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 (Act) (Pub. L. 
110-246), and the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), (5 U.S.C. App. 
2). Additional information on the Committee can be found by visiting 
the Committee's Web site at: https://www.fs.fed.us/spf/coop/frcc/.

DATES: Written nominations must be received by May 15, 2014. 
Nominations must contain a completed application packet that includes 
the nominee's name, resume, cover letter, and completed Form AD-755 
(Advisory Committee or Research and Promotion Background Information). 
The package must be sent to the address below.

ADDRESSES: Laurie Schoonhoven, USDA Forest Service, Office of 
Cooperative Forestry, Sidney R. Yates Federal Building, 201 14th Street 
SW., mailstop 1123, Washington, DC 20024 by express mail delivery or 
overnight courier service. Nominations sent via the U.S. Postal Service 
must be sent to the following address: USDA Forest Service; Office of 
Cooperative Forestry, State & Private Forestry; mailstop 1123; 1400 
Independence Avenue SW,, Washington, DC 20250-1123.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Laurie Schoonhoven, Forest Resource 
Coordinating Committee Program Coordinator, Telephone: (202) 205-0929 
or Karl Dalla Rosa, Designated Federal Officer (DFO), Telephone: (202) 
205-6206. Individuals who use telecommunication devices for the deaf 
(TDD) may call the Federal Information Relay Service (FIRS) at 1-800-
877-8339 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, Monday 
through Friday.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

Background

    In accordance with the provisions of FACA, the Secretary of 
Agriculture is seeking nominations to fill seven vacancies that will 
occur when current appointments expire in December 2014. The purpose of 
the Committee is to continue providing direction and coordination of 
actions within the Department of Agriculture, and coordination with 
State agencies and the private sector, to effectively address the 
national priorities for private forest conservation, with specific 
focus on owners of non-industrial private forest land as described in 
Section 8005 of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 (Pub. L. 
110-246). These priorities include:
    1. Conserving and managing working forest landscapes for multiple 
values and uses,
    2. Protecting forests from threats, including catastrophic 
wildfires, hurricanes, tornadoes, windstorms, snow or ice storms, 
flooding, drought, invasive species, insect or disease outbreak, or 
development, and restoring appropriate forest types in response to such 
threats, and
    3. Enhancing public benefits from private forests, including air 
and water quality, soil conservation, biological diversity, carbon 
storage, forest products, forestry-related jobs, production of 
renewable energy, wildlife, wildlife corridors and wildlife habitat, 
and recreation.

Vacancy

    Members appointed to the Committee will be fairly balanced in terms 
of the points of view represented, functions to be performed, and will 
represent a broad array of expertise, leadership and relevancy to a 
membership category. Geographic balance and a balanced distribution 
among the categories are also important. Representatives from the 
following categories will be appointed by the Secretary with staggered 
terms up to 3 years: (2) State Foresters or equivalent State officials 
from geographically diverse regions of the United States.; (1) Non-
industrial Private Forest Landowner; (1) Land-Grant University or 
College; (1) Private Forestry Consultant; (1) State Technical 
Committee; and (1) Conservation Organization. Vacancies will be filled 
in the manner in which the original appointment was made.

Nomination and Application Instructions

    The State Foresters, Non-industrial Private Forest Landowner, Land-
Grant University or College, Private Forestry Consultant, State 
Technical Committee, or Conservation Organization positions must be 
associated with such organizations and be willing to represent that 
sector as it relates to non-industrial private forestry. The public is 
invited to submit nominations for membership on the Forest Resource 
Coordinating Committee, either as a self-nomination or a nomination of 
any qualified and interested person. The appointment of members to the 
Committee is made by the Secretary of Agriculture. Any individual or 
organization may nominate one or more qualified persons to represent 
the above vacancy on the Forest Resource Coordinating Committee. To be 
considered for membership, nominees must provide the following:
    1. Resume describing your qualifications to represent the vacancy;
    2. Cover letter with a rationale for serving on the committee and 
what you can contribute;
    3. Complete Form AD-755, Advisory Committee or Research and 
Promotion Background Information. The form AD-755 may be obtained from 
the Forest Service contacts or from the following Web site: https://www.usda.gov/documents/OCIO_AD_755_Master_2012.pdf.
    5. Letters of recommendation are welcome.
    All nominations will be vetted by USDA. A list of qualified 
applicants will be prepared from which the Secretary of Agriculture 
shall appoint to the Forest Resource Coordinating Committee. Applicants 
are strongly encouraged to submit nominations via overnight mail or 
delivery to ensure timely receipt by the USDA. Members of the Committee 
will serve without compensation, but may be reimbursed for travel 
expenses while performing duties on behalf of the Committee, subject to 
approval by the DFO.
    Equal opportunity practices, in line with USDA policies, will be 
followed in all appointments to the Committee. To ensure that the 
recommendations of the Committee have been taken into account the needs 
of the diverse groups served by the Departments, membership will,

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to the extent practicable, include individuals with demonstrated 
ability to represent all racial and ethnic groups, women and men, and 
persons with disabilities.

    Dated: April 2, 2014.
Gregory Parham,
Acting Assistant Secretary for Administration.
[FR Doc. 2014-08472 Filed 4-14-14; 8:45 am]
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