Marine Sanitation Device Standard; Casco Bay, Maine; Receipt of Petition, 7964-7965 [E6-2141]

Download as PDF 7964 Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 31 / Wednesday, February 15, 2006 / Notices II. 15 NOTICES OF COMMENCEMENT FROM: 01/16/06 TO 01/31/06—Continued Case No. Commencement Notice End Date Received Date P–05–0765 P–05–0796 01/24/06 01/30/06 01/20/06 01/16/06 P–05–0817 P–05–0837 P–98–0701 01/13/06 01/19/06 01/23/06 01/11/06 01/09/06 12/20/05 List of Subjects Environmental Protection, Chemicals, Premanufacturer Notices. Dated: February 8, 2006. Carolyn Thornton, Acting Director, Information Management Division, Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics. [FR Doc. E6–2155 Filed 2–14–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560–50–S ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [FRL–8031–8] cprice-sewell on PROD1PC66 with NOTICES Marine Sanitation Device Standard; Casco Bay, Maine; Receipt of Petition Notice is hereby given that a petition has been received from the State of Maine requesting a determination by the Regional Administrator, U. S. Environmental Protection Agency, pursuant to Section 312(f)(3) of Public Law 92–500 as amended by Public Law 95–217 and Public Law 100–4, that adequate facilities for the safe and sanitary removal and treatment of sewage from all vessels are reasonably available for the Casco Bay area. The area of the Bay to be included in the designation includes all contiguous waters north and east of 43°33′56.04″ N– 70°11′48.22″ W at Cape Elizabeth Light in Cape Elizabeth, to a point 43°42′17.65″ N–69°51′17.70″ W at Bald Point in Phippsburg. The southern boundary is a straight line between the points, however it does not include any waters outside of the three mile limit. The area also includes the navigable reaches of the Fore River, Presumpscot River, Royal River, Cousins River, Harraseeket River, and the New Meadows River. The coastal towns bordering the proposed No Discharge Area are: Cape Elizabeth, South Portland, Portland, VerDate Aug<31>2005 13:17 Feb 14, 2006 Jkt 208001 Chemical (G) Substituted benzenedicarboxylic acid anthraquinone dye, metal salt (G) Hydroxyalkanoic acid polymer with alkyl isocyanate, oxime-blocked, compounds with 2-(dimethylamino)ethanol (G) Alkanol, reaction products with epichlorohydrin and thiohydroxyalkanol (G) Fats and glyceridic oils mixed with alkenyl ester, sulfurized (G) Mixed alkylmetallic mercaptoester sulfides Long Island, Falmouth, Cumberland, Yarmouth, Freeport, Brunswick, Harpswell, West Bath, and Phippsburg. There are eleven inland towns which border the six rivers that are included in this proposed No Discharge Area designation. The State of Maine has certified that there are twenty pumpout facilities located within the proposed area and a list of the facilities, phone numbers, locations, and hours of operation is appended at the end of this petition. There are 11 fixed shore-based facilities, seven portable facilities, one pumpout boat, and one dump stations. The majority of the pumpout facilities discharge directly to town sewer systems or are collected in a holding tank and then properly disposed by a licensed waste hauler to an off site facility. In addition, there are approximately 19 large marinas, docking areas, and boatyards within the proposed No Discharge Area, the majority of which have restrooms available for their patrons. The State of Maine has provided documentation indicating that the total vessel population is estimated to be 4896 in the proposed area. Of these, approximately 3476 are identified as recreational, 1420 are identified as commercial, and the transient vessel population is estimated to be 1288, which is included in the total figure. It is estimated that 3897 or approximately 80% of the total vessel population may have a Marine Sanitation Device (MSD) of some type. The state of Maine is within the ratio of pumpouts to boats from the EPA guidance (300–600 vessels for every one facility). The coastline and coastal waters within the proposed NDA contain a variety of rich natural habitats and support a wide diversity of species, providing a range of recreational and commercial activities. There are 22 boat PO 00000 Frm 00053 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 ramps, numerous lighthouses, seven historical forts, two state parks, and twenty-two individual harbors. One of the largest cities in Maine is located in the proposed area and the tourist traffic from day trips, ferry cruises, fishing and whale watching excursion is a major contributor to the area economy. Casco Bay is part of the National Estuary Program, having been designated an ‘‘estuary of national significance’’ by EPA in 1990. The Maine coastal area is also part of the larger ecosystem of the Gulf of Maine, which is the subject of an international ecosystem management program involving the United States and Canada. The proposed area has a variety of rich natural habitats, and supports a wide diversity of species. It has approximately 500 acres of rocky shore that supports seaweeds, periwinkles, mussels, barnacles, and crabs. There are approximately 150 species of water birds, two species of seals, four species of whales, two species of dolphins and harbor porpoises. Both recreational and commercial shell fishermen use the area for the harvest of soft shell clams, mussels, scallops, and surf clams. The flats support commercial harvests of sandworms and bloodworms. In addition Casco Bay supports recreational and commercial fishing and the species found in the area are pollock, sculpin, skate, winter flounder, and smelt. Comments and reviews regarding this request for action may be filed on or before April 17, 2006. Such communications, or requests for information or a copy of the applicant’s petition, should be addressed to Ann Rodney, U. S. Environmental Protection Agency—New England Region, One Congress Street, Suite 1100, COP, Boston, MA 02114–2023. Telephone: (617) 918–1538. E:\FR\FM\15FEN1.SGM 15FEN1 Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 31 / Wednesday, February 15, 2006 / Notices 7965 LIST OF PUMPOUTS IN THE PROPOSED AREA Minimum depth Location/waterbody Name/company Contact information Hours of operation New Meadows River, Brunswick. Merepoint Bay, Brunswick ....... Casco Bay, Falmouth ............... Casco Bay, Falmouth ............... Casco Bay, Freeport ................ Casco Bay, Freeport ................ Potts Harbor, Harpswell ........... Orrs Harbor, Harpswell ............ Sebasco Harbor, Phippsburg ... Diamond Cove, Portland .......... Portland Harbor, Portland ........ Portland Harbor, Portland ........ Portland Harbor, Portland ........ Fore River, South Portland ...... Casco Bay, South Portland ...... Portland Harbor, South Portland. Portland Harbor, South Portland. Portland Harbor, South Portland. Portland Harbor, South Portland. Royal River, Yarmouth ............. Royal River, Yarmouth ............. New Meadows Marina ............. 207–443–6277, VHF CH 9 ...... Paul’s Marina ........................... Falmouth Public Landing ......... Handy Boat .............................. Brewers South Freeport Marine Strouts Point Wharf .................. Dolphin Marine Services .......... Great Island Boatyard .............. Sebasco Harbor Resort ........... Diamond Cove Marina ............. DiMillos Old Port Marina .......... Maine Yacht Center ................. Portland Yacht Services .......... City of South Portland .............. Friends Of Casco Bay ............. South Port Marine .................... 207–729–3067, 207–781–7317, 207–781–5110, 207–865–3181, 207–865–3899, 207–833–6000, 207–729–1639, 207–389–1161, 207–766–5850, 207–773–7632, 207–842–9000, 207–774–1067, 207–767–3201, 207–776–0136, 207–799–8191, June–Sept., 8am–5pm M–F Weekend by appt. June–Sept., Self Serve 24/7 .... June–Sept., Self Serve 24/7 .... June–Sept., 8am–8pm 7 days June–Sept., 8am–8pm 7 days June–Sept., 8am–8pm 7 days June–Sept., 8am–8pm 7 days June–Sept., 8am–8pm 7 days June–Sept., 8am–8pm 7 days June–Sept., 8am–8pm 7 days May–Oct., 8am–8pm 7 days .... June–Sept., 8am–8pm 7 days June–Sept., 8am–8pm 7 days June–Sept., 8am–8pm 7 days June–Sept., By apt .................. June–Sept., 8am–8pm 7 days 10′ 10′ 4′ 10′ 10′ 10′ 10′ 6′ 6′ 10′ 10′ 10′ 6′ 10′ 4′ Spring Point Marina ................. 207–767–3213, VHF 9 ............. June–Sept., 8am–8pm 7 days 10′ Sunset Marina .......................... 207–767–4729, VHF 9 ............. June–Sept., 8am–8pm 7 days 6′ Aspasia Marina ........................ 207–767–3010, VHF 9 ............. June–Sept., 8am–8pm 7 days 10′ Yankee Marina ......................... Yarmouth Boat Yard ................ 207–846–4326, VHF 9 ............. 207–846–9050, VHF 9 ............. June–Sept., 8am–8pm 7 days June–Sept., 8am–8pm 7 days 6′ 10′ Dated: February 5, 2006. Robert W. Varney, Regional Administrator, New England— Region 1. [FR Doc. E6–2141 Filed 2–14–06; 8:45 am] VHF VHF VHF VHF VHF VHF VHF VHF VHF VHF VHF VHF VHF VHF VHF 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 ............. ............. ............. ............. ............. ............. ............. ............. ............. ............. ............. ............. ............. ............. ............. In the Matter of Implementation of Section 340 of the Communications Act (MM Docket No. 05–49). Number of Petitions Filed: 1. 4′ FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION BILLING CODE 6712–01–P Allotments, FM Broadcast Stations (Caseville and Pigeon, Michigan) (MM Docket No. 01–229). In the Matter of Amendment of Section 73.202(b), Table of Allotments, FM Broadcast Stations (Harbor Beach and Lexington, Michigan) (MM Docket No. 01–231). Number of Petitions Filed: 1. [Report No. 2757] FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Marlene H. Dortch, Secretary. [FR Doc. 06–1367 Filed 2–14–06; 8:45 am] Marlene H. Dortch, Secretary. [FR Doc. 06–1365 Filed 2–14–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560–50–P Petition for Reconsideration of Action in Rulemaking Proceeding cprice-sewell on PROD1PC66 with NOTICES February 3, 2006. A Petition for Reconsideration has been filed in the Commission’s Rulemaking proceeding listed in this Public Notice and published pursuant to 47 CFR Section 1.429(e). The full text of this document is available for viewing and copying in Room CY–B402, 445 12th Street, SW., Washington, DC or may be purchased from the Commission’s copy contractor, Best Copy and Printing, Inc. (BCPI) (1–800– 378–3160). Oppositions to this petition must be filed by March 2, 2006. See Section 1.4(b)(1) of the Commission’s rules (47 CFR 1.4(b)(1)). Replies to an opposition must be filed within 10 days after the time for filing oppositions have expired. Subject: In the Matter of Implementation of the Satellite Home Viewer Extension and Reauthorization Act of 2004 (MM Docket No. 05–49). VerDate Aug<31>2005 13:17 Feb 14, 2006 Jkt 208001 BILLING CODE 6712–01–P [Report No. 2756] Petition for Reconsideration of Action in Rulemaking Proceeding February 3, 2006. A Petition for Reconsideration has been filed in the Commission’s Rulemaking proceeding listed in this Public Notice and published pursuant to 47 CFR 1.429(e). The full text of this document is available for viewing and copying in Room CY–B402, 445 12th Street, SW., Washington, DC or may be purchased from the Commission’s copy contractor, Best Copy and Printing, Inc. (BCPI) (1–800–378–3160). Oppositions to this petition must be filed by March 2, 2006. See section 1.4(b)(1) of the Commission’s rules (47 CFR 1.4(b)(1)). Replies to an opposition must be filed within 10 days after the time for filing oppositions have expired. Subject: In the Matter of Amendment of Section 73.202(b), Table of PO 00000 Frm 00054 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION [Report No. 2758] Petitions for Reconsideration of Action in Rulemaking Proceeding February 9, 2006. Petitions for Reconsideration have been filed in the Commission’s Rulemaking proceeding listed in this Public Notice and published pursuant to 47 CFR 1.429(e). The full text of these documents is available for viewing and copying in Room CY–B402, 445 12th Street, SW., Washington, DC, or may be purchased from the Commission’s copy contractor, Best Copy and Printing, Inc. (BCPI) (1–800–378–3160). Oppositions to these petitions must be filed by March 2, 2006. See § 1.4(b)(1) of the Commission’s rules (47 CFR 1.4(b)(1)). E:\FR\FM\15FEN1.SGM 15FEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 71, Number 31 (Wednesday, February 15, 2006)]
[Notices]
[Pages 7964-7965]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E6-2141]


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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

[FRL-8031-8]


Marine Sanitation Device Standard; Casco Bay, Maine; Receipt of 
Petition

    Notice is hereby given that a petition has been received from the 
State of Maine requesting a determination by the Regional 
Administrator, U. S. Environmental Protection Agency, pursuant to 
Section 312(f)(3) of Public Law 92-500 as amended by Public Law 95-217 
and Public Law 100-4, that adequate facilities for the safe and 
sanitary removal and treatment of sewage from all vessels are 
reasonably available for the Casco Bay area.
    The area of the Bay to be included in the designation includes all 
contiguous waters north and east of 43[deg]33[min]56.04[sec] N-
70[deg]11[min]48.22[sec] W at Cape Elizabeth Light in Cape Elizabeth, 
to a point 43[deg]42[min]17.65[sec] N-69[deg]51[min]17.70[sec] W at 
Bald Point in Phippsburg. The southern boundary is a straight line 
between the points, however it does not include any waters outside of 
the three mile limit. The area also includes the navigable reaches of 
the Fore River, Presumpscot River, Royal River, Cousins River, 
Harraseeket River, and the New Meadows River.
    The coastal towns bordering the proposed No Discharge Area are: 
Cape Elizabeth, South Portland, Portland, Long Island, Falmouth, 
Cumberland, Yarmouth, Freeport, Brunswick, Harpswell, West Bath, and 
Phippsburg. There are eleven inland towns which border the six rivers 
that are included in this proposed No Discharge Area designation.
    The State of Maine has certified that there are twenty pumpout 
facilities located within the proposed area and a list of the 
facilities, phone numbers, locations, and hours of operation is 
appended at the end of this petition. There are 11 fixed shore-based 
facilities, seven portable facilities, one pumpout boat, and one dump 
stations. The majority of the pumpout facilities discharge directly to 
town sewer systems or are collected in a holding tank and then properly 
disposed by a licensed waste hauler to an off site facility.
    In addition, there are approximately 19 large marinas, docking 
areas, and boatyards within the proposed No Discharge Area, the 
majority of which have restrooms available for their patrons.
    The State of Maine has provided documentation indicating that the 
total vessel population is estimated to be 4896 in the proposed area. 
Of these, approximately 3476 are identified as recreational, 1420 are 
identified as commercial, and the transient vessel population is 
estimated to be 1288, which is included in the total figure. It is 
estimated that 3897 or approximately 80% of the total vessel population 
may have a Marine Sanitation Device (MSD) of some type. The state of 
Maine is within the ratio of pumpouts to boats from the EPA guidance 
(300-600 vessels for every one facility).
    The coastline and coastal waters within the proposed NDA contain a 
variety of rich natural habitats and support a wide diversity of 
species, providing a range of recreational and commercial activities. 
There are 22 boat ramps, numerous lighthouses, seven historical forts, 
two state parks, and twenty-two individual harbors. One of the largest 
cities in Maine is located in the proposed area and the tourist traffic 
from day trips, ferry cruises, fishing and whale watching excursion is 
a major contributor to the area economy.
    Casco Bay is part of the National Estuary Program, having been 
designated an ``estuary of national significance'' by EPA in 1990. The 
Maine coastal area is also part of the larger ecosystem of the Gulf of 
Maine, which is the subject of an international ecosystem management 
program involving the United States and Canada.
    The proposed area has a variety of rich natural habitats, and 
supports a wide diversity of species. It has approximately 500 acres of 
rocky shore that supports seaweeds, periwinkles, mussels, barnacles, 
and crabs. There are approximately 150 species of water birds, two 
species of seals, four species of whales, two species of dolphins and 
harbor porpoises. Both recreational and commercial shell fishermen use 
the area for the harvest of soft shell clams, mussels, scallops, and 
surf clams. The flats support commercial harvests of sandworms and 
bloodworms. In addition Casco Bay supports recreational and commercial 
fishing and the species found in the area are pollock, sculpin, skate, 
winter flounder, and smelt.
    Comments and reviews regarding this request for action may be filed 
on or before April 17, 2006. Such communications, or requests for 
information or a copy of the applicant's petition, should be addressed 
to Ann Rodney, U. S. Environmental Protection Agency--New England 
Region, One Congress Street, Suite 1100, COP, Boston, MA 02114-2023. 
Telephone: (617) 918-1538.

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                                      List of Pumpouts in the Proposed Area
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                                                                                                        Minimum
        Location/waterbody               Name/company       Contact information   Hours of operation     depth
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New Meadows River, Brunswick......  New Meadows Marina...  207-443-6277, VHF CH  June-Sept., 8am-5pm          4'
                                                            9.                    M-F Weekend by appt.
Merepoint Bay, Brunswick..........  Paul's Marina........  207-729-3067, VHF 9.  June-Sept., Self            10'
                                                                                  Serve 24/7.
Casco Bay, Falmouth...............  Falmouth Public        207-781-7317, VHF 9.  June-Sept., Self            10'
                                     Landing.                                     Serve 24/7.
Casco Bay, Falmouth...............  Handy Boat...........  207-781-5110, VHF 9.  June-Sept., 8am-8pm          4'
                                                                                  7 days.
Casco Bay, Freeport...............  Brewers South          207-865-3181, VHF 9.  June-Sept., 8am-8pm         10'
                                     Freeport Marine.                             7 days.
Casco Bay, Freeport...............  Strouts Point Wharf..  207-865-3899, VHF 9.  June-Sept., 8am-8pm         10'
                                                                                  7 days.
Potts Harbor, Harpswell...........  Dolphin Marine         207-833-6000, VHF 9.  June-Sept., 8am-8pm         10'
                                     Services.                                    7 days.
Orrs Harbor, Harpswell............  Great Island Boatyard  207-729-1639, VHF 9.  June-Sept., 8am-8pm         10'
                                                                                  7 days.
Sebasco Harbor, Phippsburg........  Sebasco Harbor Resort  207-389-1161, VHF 9.  June-Sept., 8am-8pm          6'
                                                                                  7 days.
Diamond Cove, Portland............  Diamond Cove Marina..  207-766-5850, VHF 9.  June-Sept., 8am-8pm          6'
                                                                                  7 days.
Portland Harbor, Portland.........  DiMillos Old Port      207-773-7632, VHF 9.  May-Oct., 8am-8pm 7         10'
                                     Marina.                                      days.
Portland Harbor, Portland.........  Maine Yacht Center...  207-842-9000, VHF 9.  June-Sept., 8am-8pm         10'
                                                                                  7 days.
Portland Harbor, Portland.........  Portland Yacht         207-774-1067, VHF 9.  June-Sept., 8am-8pm         10'
                                     Services.                                    7 days.
Fore River, South Portland........  City of South          207-767-3201, VHF 9.  June-Sept., 8am-8pm          6'
                                     Portland.                                    7 days.
Casco Bay, South Portland.........  Friends Of Casco Bay.  207-776-0136, VHF 9.  June-Sept., By apt..        10'
Portland Harbor, South Portland...  South Port Marine....  207-799-8191, VHF 9.  June-Sept., 8am-8pm          4'
                                                                                  7 days.
Portland Harbor, South Portland...  Spring Point Marina..  207-767-3213, VHF 9.  June-Sept., 8am-8pm         10'
                                                                                  7 days.
Portland Harbor, South Portland...  Sunset Marina........  207-767-4729, VHF 9.  June-Sept., 8am-8pm          6'
                                                                                  7 days.
Portland Harbor, South Portland...  Aspasia Marina.......  207-767-3010, VHF 9.  June-Sept., 8am-8pm         10'
                                                                                  7 days.
Royal River, Yarmouth.............  Yankee Marina........  207-846-4326, VHF 9.  June-Sept., 8am-8pm          6'
                                                                                  7 days.
Royal River, Yarmouth.............  Yarmouth Boat Yard...  207-846-9050, VHF 9.  June-Sept., 8am-8pm         10'
                                                                                  7 days.
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    Dated: February 5, 2006.
Robert W. Varney,
Regional Administrator, New England--Region 1.
[FR Doc. E6-2141 Filed 2-14-06; 8:45 am]
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