Sunshine Act Notice, 12337 [06-2377]

Download as PDF dsatterwhite on PROD1PC65 with PROPOSAL Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 47 / Friday, March 10, 2006 / Notices Analysis, Rural Utilities Service, 1400 Independence Ave., SW., STOP 1522, Room 5159 South Building, Washington, DC 20250–1522. Telephone: (202) 690–1078. Fax: (202) 720–8435. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) regulation (5 CFR part 1320) implementing provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13) requires that interested members of the public and affected agencies have an opportunity to comment on information collection and recordkeeping activities (see 5 CFR 1320.8(d)). This notice identifies an information collection that RUS is submitting to OMB for extension. Comments are invited on: (a) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Agency, including whether the information will have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the Agency’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology. Comments may be sent to: Joyce McNeil, Program Development and Regulatory Analysis, Rural Utilities Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, STOP 1522, 1400 Independence Ave., SW., Washington, DC 20250–1522. FAX: (202) 720–8435. Title: Deferment of RUS Loan Payments for Rural Development Projects. OMB Control Number: 0572–0097. Type of Request: Extension of a currently approved collection. Abstract: The Deferment of Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Loan Payments for Rural Development Projects program allows RUS electric and telecommunications borrowers to defer the payment of principal and interest on any insured or direct loan made under the Rural Electrification Act (RE Act) of 1936, as amended (7 U.S.C. 912). The purpose of the Deferment program is to encourage borrowers to invest in and promote rural development and rural job creation projects that are based on sound economic and financial analyses. This program is administered through 7 CFR part 1703, subpart H. Estimate of Burden: Public reporting for this collection of information is VerDate Aug<31>2005 20:31 Mar 09, 2006 Jkt 208001 estimated to average 1.25 hours per response. Respondents: Business or other for profit, Not-for-profit institutions. Estimated Number of Respondents: 1. Estimated Number of Responses per Respondent: 9. Estimated Total Annual Burden on Respondents: 35 hours. Copies of this information collection can be obtained from Joyce McNeil, Program Development and Regulatory Analysis, at (202)690–1078. FAX: (202) 720–8435. All responses to this notice will be summarized and included in the request for OMB approval. All comments will also become a matter of public record. Dated: March 1, 2006. James M. Andrew, Administrator, Rural Utilities Service. [FR Doc. E6–3475 Filed 3–9–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3410–15–P BARRY GOLDWATER SCHOLARSHIP AND EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION FOUNDATION Sunshine Act Notice 11 a.m., Wednesday, March 15, 2006. PLACE: The 600 Restaurant at the Watergate, Washington, DC. STATUS: The meeting will be open to the public. MATTERS TO BE CONSIDERED: 1. Review and approval of the minutes of the March 23, 2005 Board of Trustees meeting. 2. Report on financial status of the Foundation fund. A. Review of investment policy and current portfolio. 3. Report on results of Scholarship Review Panel. A. Discussion and consideration of scholarship candidates. B. Selection of Goldwater Scholars. 4. Other Business brought before the Board of Trustees. CONTACT PERSON FOR MORE INFORMATION: Gerald J. Smith, President, Telephone: (703) 756–6012. TIME AND DATE: Gerald J. Smith, President. [FR Doc. 06–2377 Filed 3–8–06; 11:54 am] BILLING CODE 4738–91–M BROADCASTING BOARD OF GOVERNORS Sunshine Act Meeting Tuesdy, March 14, 2006, 1:30 p.m.–3 p.m. DATE AND TIME: PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 12337 Cohen Building, Room 3321, 330 Independence Ave., SW., Washington, DC 20237. Closed Meeting: The members of the Broadcasting Board of Governors (BBG) will meet in closed session to review and discuss a number of issues relating to U.S. Government-funded nonmilitary international broadcasting. They will address internal procedural, budgetary, and personnel issues, as well as sensitive foreign policy issues relating to potential options in the U.S. international broadcasting field. This meeting is closed because if open it likely would either disclose matters that would be properly classified to be kept secret in the interest of foreign policy under the appropriate executive order (5 U.S.C. 552b. (c)(1)) or would disclose information the premature disclosure of which would be likely to significantly frustrate implementation of a proposed agency action. (5 U.S.C. 552b. (c)(9)(B)). In addition, part of the discussion will relate solely to the internal personnel and organizational issues of the BBG or the International Broadcasting Bureau. (5 U.S.C. 552b. (c)(2) and (6)) FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Persons interested in obtaining more information should contact Carol Booker at (202) 203–4545. PLACE: Dated: March 7, 2006. Carol Booker, Legal Counsel. [FR Doc. 06–2384 Filed 3–8–06; 12:32 pm] BILLING CODE 8230–01–M COMMITTEE FOR PURCHASE FROM PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND OR SEVERELY DISABLED Procurement List Additions Committee for Purchase from People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled. ACTION: Additions to Procurement List. AGENCY: SUMMARY: This action adds to the Procurement List a product and services to be furnished by nonprofit agencies employing persons who are blind or have other severe disabilities. DATES: Effective Date: April 9, 2006. ADDRESSES: Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled, Jefferson Plaza 2, Suite 10800, 1421 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, Virginia 22202–3259. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Sheryl D. Kennerly, Telephone: (703) 603–7740, Fax: (703) 603–0655, or email SKennerly@jwod.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On January 13, 2006, the Committee for E:\FR\FM\10MRN1.SGM 10MRN1

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BARRY GOLDWATER SCHOLARSHIP AND EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION FOUNDATION


Sunshine Act Notice

Time and Date: 11 a.m., Wednesday, March 15, 2006.

Place: The 600 Restaurant at the Watergate, Washington, DC.

Status: The meeting will be open to the public.

Matters to Be Considered: 

1. Review and approval of the minutes of the March 23, 2005 Board of 
Trustees meeting.
2. Report on financial status of the Foundation fund.
    A. Review of investment policy and current portfolio.
3. Report on results of Scholarship Review Panel.
    A. Discussion and consideration of scholarship candidates.
    B. Selection of Goldwater Scholars.
4. Other Business brought before the Board of Trustees.

CONTACT PERSON FOR MORE INFORMATION: Gerald J. Smith, President, 
Telephone: (703) 756-6012.

Gerald J. Smith,
President.
[FR Doc. 06-2377 Filed 3-8-06; 11:54 am]
BILLING CODE 4738-91-M

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