Omega Chemical Superfund Site; Notice of Proposed CERCLA Administrative De Minimis Settlement, 54380-54381 [05-18237]

Download as PDF 54380 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 177 / Wednesday, September 14, 2005 / Notices assist you and others in determining whether this action might apply to certain entities. If you have any questions regarding the applicability of this action to a particular entity, consult the persons 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–2005–0199. 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. In accordance with section 3(c)(2) of FIFRA, a copy of the approved label, the list of data references, the data and other scientific information used to support registration, except for material specifically protected by section 10 of FIFRA, are also available for public inspection. Requests for data must be made in accordance with the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act and must be addressed to the Freedom of Information Office (A-101), 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460–0001. The request should: Identify the product name and registration number and specify the data or information desired. A paper copy of the fact sheet, which provides more detail on this registration, may be obtained from the National Technical Information Service (NTIS), 5285 Port Royal Rd., Springfield, VA 22161. 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 submit or view public comments, access the index listing of the contents VerDate Aug<18>2005 16:17 Sep 13, 2005 Jkt 205001 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. Did EPA Approve the Application? The Agency approved the application after considering all required data on risks associated with the proposed uses of Bacillus thuringiensis var. aizawai strain PS811 Cry1F insecticidal crystal protein and the genetic material necessary for its production (plasmid insert PHP12537) in Event DAS-06275– 8 corn, and Bacillus thuringiensis var. aizawai strain NB 200, and information on social, economic, and environmental benefits to be derived from using them. Specifically, the Agency has considered the nature of the chemicals and their patterns of use, application methods and rates, and level and extent of potential exposure. Based on these reviews, the Agency was able to make basic health and safety determinations which show that uses of Bacillus thuringiensis var. aizawai strain PS811 Cry1F insecticidal crystal protein and the genetic material necessary for its production (plasmid insert PHP12537) in Event DAS-06275–8 corn, and Bacillus thuringiensis var. aizawai strain NB 200 when used in accordance with widespread and commonly recognized practice, will not generally cause unreasonable adverse effects on the environment. III. Approved Application 1. EPA issued a notice, published in the Federal Register of September 1, 2004 (69 FR 53432) (FRL–7370–3), which announced that Mycogen Seeds, c/o Dow AgroSciences LLC, 9330 Zionsville Road, Indianapolis, IN 46268, had submitted an application to register the pesticide product, Mycogen Brand B.t. moCry1F Insect Resistant Corn Seed (EPA File Symbol 68467-U), a plantincorporated protectant, containing Bacillus thuringiensis var. aizawai strain PS811 Cry1F insecticidal crystal protein and the genetic material necessary for its production (plasmid insert PHP12537) in Event DAS-06275– 8. This product was not previously registered. The Agency received one public comment in response to the September 1, 2004 notice. A private citizen objected to the registration of Bacillus thuringiensis moCry1F protein and the genetic material for its production PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 (plasmid insert PHP 12537) in Event DAS-06275-8 corn, based on unspecified environmental and human health effects associated with genetically modified crops. The Agency understands the commenter’s concerns. Pursuant to its authority under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, EPA conducted an assessment of this plant-incorporated protectant and concluded that it will pose no unreasonable adverse effects to human health or the environment. This application was approved on May 27, 2005, as Mycogen Brand B.t. moCry1F Insect Resistant Corn Seed (EPA Registration Number 68467–4) for control of black cutworm, corn earworm, European corn borer, fall armyworm, Southwestern corn borer, and Western bean cutworm. 2. EPA issued a notice, published in the Federal Register of September 19, 2001 (66 FR 48256) (FRL–6794–5), which announced that Valent Biosciences Corporation, 870 Technology Way, Libertyville, IL 60048, had submitted an application to register the pesticide product, Florbac Slurry, a microbial insecticide (EPA File Symbol 73049–AI), containing Bacillus thuringiensis var. aizawai strain NB 200. This product was not previously registered. This application was approved on June 10, 2005, as Florbac Slurry (EPA Registration Number 73049–68) for manufacturing use. List of Subjects Environmental protection, Chemicals, Pesticides and pests. Dated: September 1, 2005. Phil Hutton, Acting Director, Biopesticides and Pollution Prevention Division, Office of Pesticide Programs. [FR Doc. 05–18243 Filed 9–13–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560–50–S ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [FRL–7968–6] Omega Chemical Superfund Site; Notice of Proposed CERCLA Administrative De Minimis Settlement Environmental Protection Agency. ACTION: Notice; request for public comment. AGENCY: SUMMARY: In accordance with Section 122(i) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act, as amended (CERCLA), 42 U.S.C. 9622(i), E:\FR\FM\14SEN1.SGM 14SEN1 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 177 / Wednesday, September 14, 2005 / Notices notice is hereby given of a proposed administrative settlement for recovery of past response costs concerning the Omega Chemical Site in Whittier, Los Angeles County, California with 171 de minimis settling parties. The settlement is entered into pursuant to Section 122(g) of CERCLA, 42 U.S.C. 9622(g) and it requires the settling parties to pay $10,189,384 to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The settlement includes a covenant not to sue the settling parties pursuant to Section 107(a) of CERCLA, 42 U.S.C. 9607(a). For thirty (30) days following the date of publication of this notice, the Agency will receive written comments relating to the settlement. The Agency will consider all comments received and may modify or withdraw its consent to the settlement if comments received disclose facts or considerations which indicate that the settlement is inappropriate, improper, or inadequate. The Agency’s response to any comments received will be available for public inspection at 75 Hawthorne Street, San Francisco, CA 94105. DATES: Comments must be submitted on or before October 14, 2005. ADDRESSES: The proposed settlement is available for public inspection at EPA Region IX, 75 Hawthorne Street, San Francisco, California. A copy of the proposed settlement may be obtained from Thanne Cox, EPA Region IX, 75 Hawthorne Street, ORC–3, San Francisco, CA 94105, telephone number 415–972–3908. Comments should reference the Omega Chemical Superfund Site, Whittier, California and EPA Docket No. 2004–13 and should be addressed to Thanne Cox at the above address. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Thanne Cox, Assistant Regional Counsel (ORC–3), Office of Regional Counsel, U.S. EPA Region IX, 75 Hawthorne Street, San Francisco, CA 94105; phone: (415) 972–3908; fax: (415) 947–3570; e-mail: cox.elizabeth@epa.gov. Dated: September 1, 2005. Keith Takata, Director, Superfund Division, U.S. EPA, Region IX. [FR Doc. 05–18237 Filed 9–13–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560–50–P EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY COMMISSION Sunshine Act Meeting Wednesday, September 21, 2005, 2 p.m. eastern time. PLACE: Clarence M. Mitchell, Jr. Conference Room on the Ninth Floor of DATE AND TIME: VerDate Aug<18>2005 16:17 Sep 13, 2005 Jkt 205001 the EEOC Office Building, 1801 ‘‘L’’ Street, NW., Washington, DC 20507. STATUS: Part of the meeting will be open to the public and part of the meeting will be closed. MATTERS TO BE CONSIDERED: Open Session: 1. Announcement of Notation Votes, and 2. Obligation of Funds for Procurement of Expert Services for a Litigation Case Closed Session: Litigation Authorization: General Counsel Recommendations. Note: Any matter not discussed or concluded may be carried over to a later meeting. (In addition to publishing notices on EEOC Commission meetings in the Federal Register, the Commission also provides a recorded announcement a full week in advance on future Commission sessions.) Please telephone (202) 663–7100 (voice) and (202) 663–4074 (TTY) at any time for information on these meetings. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Stephen Llewellyn, Acting Executive Officer on (202) 663–4070. This notice issued September 12, 2005. Stephen Llewellyn, Acting Executive Officer, Executive Secretariat. [FR Doc. 05–18371 Filed 9–12–05; 2:43 pm] BILLING CODE 6750–06–M FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Notice of Public Information Collection(s) Being Reviewed by the Federal Communications Commission September 6, 2005. SUMMARY: The Federal Communications Commission, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burden, invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collection(s), as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104–13. An agency may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid control number. No person shall be subject to any penalty for failing to comply with a collection of information subject to the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) that does not display a valid control number. Comments are requested concerning (a) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 54381 Commission, including whether the information shall have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the Commission’s burden estimate; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on the respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. DATES: Written comments should be submitted on or before November 14, 2005. If you anticipate that you will be submitting comments, but find it difficult to do so within the period of time allowed by this notice, you should advise the contact listed below as soon as possible. ADDRESSES: You may submit PRA comments identified by [CG Docket No. 03–123 and/or OMB Control Number 3060–1053], by any of the following methods: I Federal eRulemaking Portal: https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. I Federal Communications Commission’s Web Site: https:// www.fcc.gov/cgb/ecfs/. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. I E-mail: Parties who choose to file by email should submit their comments to Leslie Smith at Leslie.Smith@fcc.gov and to Kristy L. LaLonde at Kristy_L.LaLonde@omb.eop.gov. Please include the docket number and/or OMB Control number in the subject line of the message. I Mail: Parties who choose to file by paper should submit their comments to Leslie Smith, Federal Communications Commission, Room 1–A804, 445 12th Street, SW., Washington, DC 20554, and to Kristy L. LaLonde, OMB Desk Officer, Room 10234 NEOB, 725 17th Street, NW., Washington, DC 20503. I People with Disabilities: Contact the FCC to request reasonable accommodations (accessible format documents, sign language interpreters, CART, etc.) by e-mail: FCC504@fcc.gov or phone (202) 418–0539 or TTY: (202) 418–0432. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For additional information or copies of the information collection(s) contact Les Smith at (202) 418–0217 or via the Internet at Leslie.Smith@fcc.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: OMB Control Number: 3060–1053. Type of Review: Revision of a currently approved collection. Title: Telecommunication Relay Services and Speech-to-Speech Services for Individuals with Hearing and Speech Disabilities, CC Docket No. 98– E:\FR\FM\14SEN1.SGM 14SEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 70, Number 177 (Wednesday, September 14, 2005)]
[Notices]
[Pages 54380-54381]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 05-18237]


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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

[FRL-7968-6]


Omega Chemical Superfund Site; Notice of Proposed CERCLA 
Administrative De Minimis Settlement

AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency.

ACTION: Notice; request for public comment.

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SUMMARY: In accordance with Section 122(i) of the Comprehensive 
Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act, as amended 
(CERCLA), 42 U.S.C. 9622(i),

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notice is hereby given of a proposed administrative settlement for 
recovery of past response costs concerning the Omega Chemical Site in 
Whittier, Los Angeles County, California with 171 de minimis settling 
parties. The settlement is entered into pursuant to Section 122(g) of 
CERCLA, 42 U.S.C. 9622(g) and it requires the settling parties to pay 
$10,189,384 to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). 
The settlement includes a covenant not to sue the settling parties 
pursuant to Section 107(a) of CERCLA, 42 U.S.C. 9607(a). For thirty 
(30) days following the date of publication of this notice, the Agency 
will receive written comments relating to the settlement. The Agency 
will consider all comments received and may modify or withdraw its 
consent to the settlement if comments received disclose facts or 
considerations which indicate that the settlement is inappropriate, 
improper, or inadequate. The Agency's response to any comments received 
will be available for public inspection at 75 Hawthorne Street, San 
Francisco, CA 94105.

DATES: Comments must be submitted on or before October 14, 2005.

ADDRESSES: The proposed settlement is available for public inspection 
at EPA Region IX, 75 Hawthorne Street, San Francisco, California. A 
copy of the proposed settlement may be obtained from Thanne Cox, EPA 
Region IX, 75 Hawthorne Street, ORC-3, San Francisco, CA 94105, 
telephone number 415-972-3908. Comments should reference the Omega 
Chemical Superfund Site, Whittier, California and EPA Docket No. 2004-
13 and should be addressed to Thanne Cox at the above address.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Thanne Cox, Assistant Regional Counsel 
(ORC-3), Office of Regional Counsel, U.S. EPA Region IX, 75 Hawthorne 
Street, San Francisco, CA 94105; phone: (415) 972-3908; fax: (415) 947-
3570; e-mail: cox.elizabeth@epa.gov.

    Dated: September 1, 2005.
Keith Takata,
Director, Superfund Division, U.S. EPA, Region IX.
[FR Doc. 05-18237 Filed 9-13-05; 8:45 am]
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