Pesticide Program Dialogue Committee Performance Measures Work Group; Notice of Public Meeting, 54375-54376 [05-18008]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 177 / Wednesday, September 14, 2005 / Notices TFF, a process that includes consolidating remaining wastes in the minimum number of tanks necessary, and then cleaning the empty tanks and ancillary equipment. After completing cleaning operations, a small amount of residual radioactive waste that cannot be removed remains in the tanks and ancillary equipment. DOE plans to stabilize this residual waste, as well as the TFF system overall, by filling the system with grout. Section 3116 of the Ronald W. Reagan National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2005 authorizes the Secretary of Energy, in consultation with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), to determine that certain waste from reprocessing spent nuclear fuel is not high-level waste (HLW) and that it may instead be disposed of as low-level waste (LLW) if it meets the criteria set forth in Section 3116. The draft determination sets forth the basis for concluding that the TFF residual wastes, as well as the tanks, vaults, and associated piping, structures, and equipment will meet all of those criteria, and thus is not highlevel waste. Final Determination: DOE will issue a final determination following the completion of consultation with the NRC, and consideration of any public comments. Issued in Washington, DC, on September 8, 2005. Charles E. Anderson, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Environmental Management. [FR Doc. 05–18224 Filed 9–13–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6450–01–P ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [FRL–7968–5] National Drinking Water Advisory Council’s Working Group on Public Education Requirements of the Lead and Copper Rule Meeting Announcement Environmental Protection Agency. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: SUMMARY: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing the first public meeting of the Working Group of the National Drinking Water Advisory Council (NDWAC) on the Public Education Requirements of the Lead and Copper Rule (WGPE). The purpose of this meeting is to provide an opportunity for the WGPE members to begin discussions on the public VerDate Aug<18>2005 16:17 Sep 13, 2005 Jkt 205001 education requirements of the Lead and Copper Rule. DATES: The first meeting of the WGPE will be held in Washington, DC on October 5th from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and October 6th from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. ADDRESSES: The WGPE meeting will take place at RESOLVE, Inc., 1255 23rd St., NW., Suite 275, Washington, DC 20037. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Interested participants from the public should contact Elizabeth McDermott, Designated Federal Officer, National Drinking Water Advisory Council Working Group on Public Education, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water, Drinking Water Protection Division (Mail Code 4606M), 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC, 20460. Please contact Elizabeth McDermott at mcdermott.elizabeth@epa.gov, or call 202–564–1603 to receive additional details. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background: The charge for the Working Group on the Public Education Requirements of the Lead and Copper Rule (WGPE) is to (1) review the current lead public education requirements to find and define the need for improvements and make recommendations to the full NDWAC accordingly; (2) develop language for communicating the risk of lead and a suggested response to the public; and (3) define the delivery means to the public. The NDWAC established a target date of May 2006 to complete these tasks. The WGPE is comprised of 15 members from drinking water industries, stakeholder organizations, state and local officials, public health officials, environmental organizations, and risk communication experts. Public Comment: An opportunity for public comment will be provided during the WGPE meeting. Oral statements will be limited to five minutes; it is preferred that only one person present the statement on behalf of a group or organization. Written comments may be provided at the meeting or may be sent by mail to Elizabeth McDermott, Designated Federal Officer for the WGPE, at the mail or email address listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section of the notice. Special Accommodations: Any person needing special accommodations at this meeting, including wheelchair access, should contact Elizabeth McDermott, Designated Federal Officer for the WGPE, at the number or email address PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 54375 listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION section of the notice. Requests for special accommodations should be made at least five business days in advance of the WGPE meeting. CONTACT Dated: September 9, 2005. Cynthia C. Dougherty, Director, Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water. [FR Doc. 05–18234 Filed 9–13–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560–50–P ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [OPP–2005–0255; FRL–7736–6] Pesticide Program Dialogue Committee Performance Measures Work Group; Notice of Public Meeting Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: SUMMARY: Pursuant to the Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92– 463), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) gives notice of a public meeting of the Pesticide Program Dialogue Committee (PPDC) Performance Measures Work Group on September 26, 2005. An agenda for this meeting is being developed and will be posted on EPA’s website. The work group is developing advice and recommendations concerning performance management measures for EPA’s pesticide program. DATES: The meeting will be held on Monday, September 26, 2005 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. ADDRESSES: The meeting will be held in EPA’s offices at Crystal Mall #2, 1801 S. Bell Street, Arlington, VA in room 1126. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Sherry Sterling, Office of Pesticide Programs, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460–0001; telephone number: (703) 305–0387; fax number: (703) 308–4776; e-mail address:sterling.sherry@epa.gov. Information on Services for the Handicapped: For information on facilities or services for the handicapped or to request special assistance at the meetings, contact Sherry Sterling at (703) 305–0387 as soon as possible. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: I. General Information A. Does this Action Apply to Me? This action is directed to the public in general, and may be of particular interest to persons who work in agricultural settings or persons who are E:\FR\FM\14SEN1.SGM 14SEN1 54376 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 177 / Wednesday, September 14, 2005 / Notices concerned about implementation of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA); the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA); an the amendments to both of these major pesticide laws by the Food Quality Protection Act (FQPA) of 1996. Potentially affected entities may include, but are not limited to: Agricultural workers and farmers; pesticide industry and trade associations; environmental, consumer, and farm worker groups; pesticide users and growers; pest consultants; State, local and Tribal governments; academia; public health organizations; food processors; and the public. If you have questions regarding the applicability of this action to a particular entity, consult the person listed under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT. B. How Can I Get Copies of this Document and Other Related Information? 1. Docket. EPA has established an official public docket for this action under docket identification (ID) number OPP–2005–0255. The official public docket consists of the documents specifically referenced in this action, any public comments received, and other information related to this action. Although a part of the official docket, the public docket does not include Confidential Business Information (CBI) or other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. The official public docket is the collection of materials that is available for public viewing at the Public Information and Records Integrity Branch (PIRIB), Rm. 119, Crystal Mall #2, 1801 S. Bell St., Arlington, VA. This docket facility is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The docket telephone number is (703) 305–5805. 2. Electronic access. You may access this Federal Register document electronically through the EPA Internet under the ‘‘Federal Register’’ listings at https://www.epa.gov/fedrgstr/. An electronic version of the public docket is available through EPA’s electronic public docket and comment system, EPA Dockets. You may use EPA Dockets at https://www.epa.gov/edocket/ to view public comments, access the index listing of the contents of the official public docket, and to access those documents in the public docket that are available electronically. Although not all docket materials may be available electronically, you may still access any of the publicly available docket materials through the docket facility identified in Unit I.B.1. Once in VerDate Aug<18>2005 16:17 Sep 13, 2005 Jkt 205001 the system, select ‘‘search,’’ then key in the appropriate docket ID number. II. Background The Office of Pesticide Programs is entrusted with responsibility to help ensure the safety of the American food supply, the education and protection from unreasonable risk of those who apply or are exposed to pesticides occupationally or through use of products, and general protection of the environment and special ecosystems from potential risks posed by pesticides. III. How Can I Request to Participate in this Meeting? PPDC meetings are open to the public and seating is available on a first-come basis. Persons interested in attending do not need to register in advance of the meeting. List of Subjects Environmental protection, Agricultural workers, Agriculture, Chemicals, Foods, Pesticides, Pests, Public health, Risk assessment, Tolerance reassessment. Dated: August 31, 2005. James Jones, Director, Office of Pesticide Programs. [FR Doc. 05–18008 Filed 9–13–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560–50–S ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [FRL–7968–9] Science Advisory Board Staff Office; Notification of an Upcoming Science Advisory Board Meeting Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: SUMMARY: The EPA Science Advisory Board (SAB) Staff Office announces a public face-to-face meeting of the chartered SAB. The Board will (1) be briefed on strategic science issues facing EPA, (2) continue its planning for SAB activities, and (3) it may review and approve of one or more draft SAB Committee reports. DATES: September 28, 2005. A public meeting of the Board will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Eastern Time) on September 28, 2005. ADDRESSES: The September 28, 2005 meeting of the Board will be held in the U.S. EPA Science Advisory Board Conference Center, Third Floor, 1025 F Street, NW., Washington, DC 20004. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Members of the public who wish to PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 obtain further information regarding this meeting, or the SAB may contact Mr. Thomas O. Miller, Designated Federal Officer (DFO), U.S. EPA Science Advisory Board via phone (202–343– 9982) or e-mail at miller.tom@epa.gov. The SAB Mailing address is: U.S. EPA, Science Advisory Board (1400F), 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460. General information about the SAB, as well as any updates concerning the meeting announced in this notice—including any specific draft report(s) to be reviewed, will be posted on the SAB Web site at: https://www.epa.gov/sab. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background: (a) EPA Science Issues and SAB Planning—The SAB will receive briefings from senior Agency scientists on EPA’s strategic science priorities. This will allow the Board to discuss with EPA, the Agency’s response to the Board’s advisory on the FY 2006 science budget and prepare the Board to plan its advisory interaction with EPA on the FY 2007 science budget. At this meeting, the Board will monitor its own activities in support of EPA’s science programs for 2005 and continue its planning of its FY 2006 program. (b) Review of SAB Committee Draft Reports: The Board may review one or more draft SAB panel or committee reports at this meeting. Information on any draft reports to be reviewed, as well as the draft reports, will be on the SAB Web site at: https://www.epa.gov/sab/ drrep.htm prior to the meeting. Availability of Review Material for the Board Meeting: A final roster of the Board, the meeting agenda, and any appropriate background documents in support of this meeting will be posted on the SAB Staff Office Web site ( https://www.epa.gov/sab) prior to the meeting. Procedures for Providing Public Comment: The Science Advisory Board Staff Office accepts written public comments, and will accommodate oral public comments whenever possible, on issues before the SAB. Requests to provide oral comments at the September 28, 2005 meeting must be made in writing (e-mail, fax or mail) and received by Mr. Miller no later than September 23, 2005. Oral Comments: Each individual or group requesting an oral presentation at this face-to-face meeting will be limited to no more than ten minutes per speaker or organization. Speakers should bring at least 75 copies of their comments and presentation slides for distribution to the participants and the public at this meeting. Written Comments: Written comments should be received in the SAB staff office so E:\FR\FM\14SEN1.SGM 14SEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 70, Number 177 (Wednesday, September 14, 2005)]
[Notices]
[Pages 54375-54376]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 05-18008]


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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

[OPP-2005-0255; FRL-7736-6]


Pesticide Program Dialogue Committee Performance Measures Work 
Group; Notice of Public Meeting

AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: Pursuant to the Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92-
463), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) gives notice of a 
public meeting of the Pesticide Program Dialogue Committee (PPDC) 
Performance Measures Work Group on September 26, 2005. An agenda for 
this meeting is being developed and will be posted on EPA's website. 
The work group is developing advice and recommendations concerning 
performance management measures for EPA's pesticide program.

DATES: The meeting will be held on Monday, September 26, 2005 from 10 
a.m. to 12 noon.

ADDRESSES: The meeting will be held in EPA's offices at Crystal Mall 
2, 1801 S. Bell Street, Arlington, VA in room 1126.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Sherry Sterling, Office of Pesticide 
Programs, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., 
Washington, DC 20460-0001; telephone number: (703) 305-0387; fax 
number: (703) 308-4776; e-mail address:sterling.sherry@epa.gov.
    Information on Services for the Handicapped: For information on 
facilities or services for the handicapped or to request special 
assistance at the meetings, contact Sherry Sterling at (703) 305-0387 
as soon as possible.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

I. General Information

A. Does this Action Apply to Me?

    This action is directed to the public in general, and may be of 
particular interest to persons who work in agricultural settings or 
persons who are

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concerned about implementation of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, 
and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA); the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act 
(FFDCA); an the amendments to both of these major pesticide laws by the 
Food Quality Protection Act (FQPA) of 1996. Potentially affected 
entities may include, but are not limited to: Agricultural workers and 
farmers; pesticide industry and trade associations; environmental, 
consumer, and farm worker groups; pesticide users and growers; pest 
consultants; State, local and Tribal governments; academia; public 
health organizations; food processors; and the public. If you have 
questions regarding the applicability of this action to a particular 
entity, consult the person listed under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 
CONTACT.

B. How Can I Get Copies of this Document and Other Related Information?

    1. Docket. EPA has established an official public docket for this 
action under docket identification (ID) number OPP-2005-0255. The 
official public docket consists of the documents specifically 
referenced in this action, any public comments received, and other 
information related to this action. Although a part of the official 
docket, the public docket does not include Confidential Business 
Information (CBI) or other information whose disclosure is restricted 
by statute. The official public docket is the collection of materials 
that is available for public viewing at the Public Information and 
Records Integrity Branch (PIRIB), Rm. 119, Crystal Mall 2, 
1801 S. Bell St., Arlington, VA. This docket facility is open from 8:30 
a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The 
docket telephone number is (703) 305-5805.
    2. Electronic access. You may access this Federal Register document 
electronically through the EPA Internet under the ``Federal Register'' 
listings at https://www.epa.gov/fedrgstr/.
    An electronic version of the public docket is available through 
EPA's electronic public docket and comment system, EPA Dockets. You may 
use EPA Dockets at https://www.epa.gov/edocket/ to view public comments, 
access the index listing of the contents of the official public docket, 
and to access those documents in the public docket that are available 
electronically. Although not all docket materials may be available 
electronically, you may still access any of the publicly available 
docket materials through the docket facility identified in Unit I.B.1. 
Once in the system, select ``search,'' then key in the appropriate 
docket ID number.

II. Background

    The Office of Pesticide Programs is entrusted with responsibility 
to help ensure the safety of the American food supply, the education 
and protection from unreasonable risk of those who apply or are exposed 
to pesticides occupationally or through use of products, and general 
protection of the environment and special ecosystems from potential 
risks posed by pesticides.

III. How Can I Request to Participate in this Meeting?

    PPDC meetings are open to the public and seating is available on a 
first-come basis. Persons interested in attending do not need to 
register in advance of the meeting.

List of Subjects

    Environmental protection, Agricultural workers, Agriculture, 
Chemicals, Foods, Pesticides, Pests, Public health, Risk assessment, 
Tolerance reassessment.

    Dated: August 31, 2005.
James Jones,
Director, Office of Pesticide Programs.
[FR Doc. 05-18008 Filed 9-13-05; 8:45 am]
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