Notice of Availability To Extend a Section 10(a)(1)(B) Permit for Incidental Take of the Houston Toad and Bald Eagle During the Construction and Occupation of Single-Family Residences or Other Similar Structures Within 46 Subdivisions (46 Subdivisions) in Bastrop County, TX, 46505-46506 [E6-13240]
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take place within section 16, Township
29 South, Range 37 East, Palm Bay,
Brevard County, Florida, on lot 14,
Block 751. Residential construction for
Maronda-Campbell will take place
within Section 05, Township 29 South,
Range 37 East, Palm Bay, Brevard
County, Florida, on Lot 12, Block 345.
Residential construction for MarondaAlgardi will take place within section
05, Township 29 South, Range 37 East,
Palm Bay, Brevard County, Florida, on
Lot 02, Block 338. Residential
construction for Maronda-Timbruce will
take place within Section 21, Township
29 South, Range 37 East, Palm Bay,
Brevard County, Florida, on Lot 05,
Block 937. Each of these lots are within
438 feet of locations where scrub-jays
were sighted during surveys for this
species from 1999 to 2003.
The lots combined encompass about
1.09 acres, and the footprint of the
homes, infrastructure, and landscaping
preclude retention of scrub-jay habitat
on each of the respective lots. In order
to minimize take on site, the Applicant
proposes to complete a nest survey on
the Emerson, Mackay, Campbell, and
Algardi lots prior to clearing or
construction, should such activities take
place within the scrub-jay nesting
season (March 1–June 30). Should an
active nest be found on the property, the
Applicant will not clear the property or
begin construction until the completion
of the nesting season. The Applicant is
not proposing to implement any onsite
minimization measures for the lot on
Timbruce.
In combination, the Applicant
proposes to mitigate for the loss of 1.09
acres of scrub-jay habitat by
contributing a total of $18,312 ($3,864
for Maronda-Emerson, $3,864 for
Maronda-Mackay, $3,864 for MarondaCampbell, $3,360 for Maronda-Algardi,
and $3,360 for Maronda-Timbruce) to
the Florida Scrub-jay Conservation
Fund administered by The Nature
Conservancy. Funds in this account are
ear-marked for use in the conservation
and recovery of scrub-jays and may
include habitat acquisition, restoration,
and/or management.
The Service has determined that the
Applicant’s proposals, including the
proposed mitigation and minimization
measures, will individually and
cumulatively have a minor or negligible
effect on the species covered in the
HCPs. Therefore, the ITPs are ‘‘loweffect’’ projects and qualify as
categorical exclusions under the
National Environmental Policy Act
(NEPA), as provided by the Department
of the Interior Manual (516 DM 2,
Appendix 1 and 516 DM 6, Appendix
1). This preliminary information may be
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revised based on our review of public
comments that we receive in response to
this notice. Low-effect HCPs are those
involving (1) minor or negligible effects
on Federally listed or candidate species
and their habitats, and (2) minor or
negligible effects on other
environmental values or resources.
The Service will evaluate the HCPs
and comments submitted thereon to
determine whether the applications
meet the requirements of section 10(a)
of the Act (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.). The
Service will also evaluate whether
issuance of the section 10(a)(1)(B) ITPs
comply with section 7 of the Act by
conducting an intra-Service section 7
consultation. The results of this
consultation, in combination with the
above findings, will be used in the final
analysis to determine whether or not to
issue the ITPs.
Authority: This notice is provided
pursuant to Section 10 of the Endangered
Species Act and NEPA regulations (40 CFR
1506.6).
Dated: August 8, 2006.
David L. Hankla,
Field Supervisor, Jacksonville Field Office.
[FR Doc. E6–13276 Filed 8–11–06; 8:45 am]
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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Fish and Wildlife Service
Notice of Availability To Extend a
Section 10(a)(1)(B) Permit for
Incidental Take of the Houston Toad
and Bald Eagle During the
Construction and Occupation of
Single-Family Residences or Other
Similar Structures Within 46
Subdivisions (46 Subdivisions) in
Bastrop County, TX
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,
Interior.
ACTION: Notice of availability.
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service (Service) proposes to extend
permits TE–025997–2 and TE–025965–
2 (permits) associated with the 46–
Subdivision Environmental
Assessment/Habitat Conservation Plan
(EA/HCP) for two additional years from
the date of reissuance, pursuant to
Section 10(a)(1)(B) of the Endangered
Species Act (Act) of 1973, as amended.
The existing permits cover both direct
and indirect incidental take of the
Houston toad (Bufo houstonensis) and
Bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus)
during the construction and occupation
of single-family residences or other
similar structures within the 46
subdivisions listed in the HCP. The
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current permit will expire on July 27,
2006.
DATES: To ensure consideration, written
comments must be received on or before
September 13, 2006.
ADDRESSES: Persons wishing to review
the EA/HCP may obtain a copy by
contacting Clayton Napier, U.S. Fish
and Wildlife Service, 10711 Burnet
Road, Suite 200, Austin, Texas 78758
(512/490–0057). Documents will be
available for public inspection by
written request, by appointment only,
during normal business hours (8 a.m. to
4:30 p.m.) at the Service’s Austin office.
Written data or comments concerning
the extension of the permits should be
submitted to the Supervisor, U.S. Fish
and Wildlife Service, 10711 Burnet
Road, Suite 200, Austin, Texas 78758.
Please refer to permit number TE–
025997 and TE–025965 when
submitting comments. All comments
received, including names and
addresses, will become a part of the
official administrative record and may
be made available to the public.
FOR FUTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Clayton Napier at U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service, 10711 Burnet Road, Suite 200,
Austin, Texas 78758 (512/490–0057) or
by e-mail, Clayton_Napier@fws.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The
Service proposes to extend permits TE–
025997–2 and TE–025965–2 for an
additional two years from the date of
signature on the re-issued permit. The
EA/HCP allows for the construction of
single family residences or other similar
structures, as long as the action on the
property disturbs no more than
approximately 0.5 acres of habitat
within each eligible lot. The EA/HCP
will allow for responsible development
while minimizing and offsetting impacts
to the Houston toad and bald eagle by
providing for on-site and off-site
conservation measures that will be used
to promote the long-term survival of the
species. It is also considered to provide
the most simplified, expeditious, and
effective process by which landowners
can comply with the provisions of the
Act in a more efficient manner. The
revised EA/HCP requires the same
avoidance, minimization, and
mitigation efforts from every lot owner,
within their respective category.
Section 9 of the Act prohibits the
‘‘taking’’ of endangered species such as
the Houston toad. However, the Service,
under limited circumstances, may issue
permits to take endangered wildlife
species incidental to, and not the
purpose of, otherwise lawful activities.
We provide this notice under section
10(c) of the Act (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.)
and its implementing regulations (50
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CFR 17.22), and the National
Environmental Policy Act (42 U.S.C.
4371 et seq.) and its implementing
regulations (40 CFR 1506.6).
Applicant: Each applicant’s project
will permanently disturb a maximum of
0.5 acres of Houston toad habitat within
one of the 46 subdivisions. Each
applicant will compensate for incidental
take of the Houston toad by providing
funds to the National Fish and Wildlife
Foundation for the specific purpose of
land acquisition, protection, and
management within Houston toad
habitat, as identified by the Service.
Benjamin N. Tuggle,
Acting Regional Director, Region 2,
Albuquerque, New Mexico.
[FR Doc. E6–13240 Filed 8–11–06; 8:45 am]
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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Bureau of Land Management
[WO–320–1330–PB–24 1A; OMB Control
Number 1004–0121]
Information Collection Submitted to
the Office of Management and Budget
Under the Paperwork Reduction Act
The Bureau of Land Management
(BLM) has sent a request to extend the
current proposed collection to the Office
of Management and Budget (OMB)
under the provisions of the Paperwork
Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.).
On April 21, 2005, the BLM published
a notice in the Federal Register (70 FR
20767) requesting comment on this
information collection. The comment
period ended on June 20, 2005. BLM did
not receive any comments. You may
obtain copies of the collection of
information and related forms and
explanatory material by contacting the
BLM Information Collection Clearance
Officer at the telephone number listed
below.
The OMB must respond to this
request within 60 days but may respond
after 30 days. For maximum
consideration your comments and
suggestions on the requirement should
be directed to the Office of Management
and Budget, Interior Department Desk
Officer (1004–0121), at OMB–OIRA via
facsimile to (202) 395–6566 or e-mail to
OIRA_DOCKET@omb.eop.gov. Please
provide a copy of your comments to the
Bureau Information Collection
Clearance Officer (WO–630), Bureau of
Land Management, Eastern States
Office, 7450 Boston Blvd., Springfield,
Virginia 22153.
Nature of Comments: We specifically
request your comments on the
following:
1. Whether the collection of
information is necessary for the proper
Number of
responses
Type of application
functioning of the agency, including
whether the information will have
practical utility;
2. The accuracy of our estimates of the
information collection burden,
including the validity of the
methodology and assumptions we use;
3. Ways to enhance the quality, utility
and clarity of the information collected;
and
4. Ways to minimize the information
collection burden on those who are to
respond, including the use of
appropriate automated, electronic,
mechanical, or other forms of
information technology.
Title: Leasing of Solid Minerals Other
Than Coal and Oil Shale (43 CFR 3500–
3590).
OMB Control Number: 1004–0121.
Bureau Form Numbers: 3504–1,
3504–3, 3504–4, 3510–1, 3510–2, 3520–
7.
Abstract: We use the information to
determine whether an applicant,
permittee, or lessee is qualified to hold
an interest under the terms of the
implementing regulations at 43 CFR
3500.
Frequency: On occasion.
Description of Respondents: Entities
seeking to lease and develop solid
minerals other than coal or oil shale.
Estimated Completion Time:
Hours per
response
Total hours
Cost to public
Prospecting Permit ..........................................................................................
Exploration Plan for Prospecting Permit ..........................................................
Prospecting Permit Extension .........................................................................
Preference Right Lease ...................................................................................
Competitive Lease Bid .....................................................................................
Fringe Acreage Lease or Lease Modification ..................................................
Assignment or Sublease ..................................................................................
Lease Renewals or Adjustment .......................................................................
Use Permit .......................................................................................................
Exploration License .........................................................................................
Exploration Plan for Exploration License ........................................................
Development Contract .....................................................................................
Bond .................................................................................................................
Mine Plan .........................................................................................................
22
19
5
2
5
5
28
22
1
1
1
1
36
30
1
20
10
300
20
20
6
1
1
3
120
1
4
150
22
1,520
50
600
100
100
168
22
1
3
120
1
144
4,500
$682
47,120
1,550
18,600
3,100
3,100
5.208
682
31
93
3,720
31
4,464
139,500
Total ..........................................................................................................
178
........................
7,351
227,881
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Annual Responses: 178.
Application Fee Per Response: $25.
Annual Burden Hours: 7,351.
Bureau Clearance Officer: Ted
Hudson, (202) 452–5033.
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Dated: August 8, 2006.
Ted R. Hudson,
Bureau of Land Management, Information
Collection Clearance Officer.
[FR Doc. 06–6885 Filed 8–11–06; 8:45 am]
Information Collection Submitted to
the Office of Management and Budget
Under the Paperwork Reduction Act
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Bureau of Land Management
[WO–320–1990–PB–24 1A; OMB Control
Number 1004–0025]
The Bureau of Land Management
(BLM) has sent a request to extend the
current information collection to the
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Office of Management and Budget
(OMB) under the provisions of the
Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C.
3501 et seq.). On april 8, 2005, the BLM
published a notice in the Federal
Register (70 FR 18042) requesting
comment on this information collection.
The comment period ended on June 7,
2005. The BLM did not receive any
comments. You may obtain copies of the
collection of information and related
forms and explanatory material by
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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Fish and Wildlife Service
Notice of Availability To Extend a Section 10(a)(1)(B) Permit for
Incidental Take of the Houston Toad and Bald Eagle During the
Construction and Occupation of Single-Family Residences or Other
Similar Structures Within 46 Subdivisions (46 Subdivisions) in Bastrop
County, TX
AGENCY: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Interior.
ACTION: Notice of availability.
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SUMMARY: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) proposes to
extend permits TE-025997-2 and TE-025965-2 (permits) associated with
the 46-Subdivision Environmental Assessment/Habitat Conservation Plan
(EA/HCP) for two additional years from the date of reissuance, pursuant
to Section 10(a)(1)(B) of the Endangered Species Act (Act) of 1973, as
amended. The existing permits cover both direct and indirect incidental
take of the Houston toad (Bufo houstonensis) and Bald eagle (Haliaeetus
leucocephalus) during the construction and occupation of single-family
residences or other similar structures within the 46 subdivisions
listed in the HCP. The current permit will expire on July 27, 2006.
DATES: To ensure consideration, written comments must be received on or
before September 13, 2006.
ADDRESSES: Persons wishing to review the EA/HCP may obtain a copy by
contacting Clayton Napier, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 10711 Burnet
Road, Suite 200, Austin, Texas 78758 (512/490-0057). Documents will be
available for public inspection by written request, by appointment
only, during normal business hours (8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) at the
Service's Austin office. Written data or comments concerning the
extension of the permits should be submitted to the Supervisor, U.S.
Fish and Wildlife Service, 10711 Burnet Road, Suite 200, Austin, Texas
78758. Please refer to permit number TE-025997 and TE-025965 when
submitting comments. All comments received, including names and
addresses, will become a part of the official administrative record and
may be made available to the public.
FOR FUTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Clayton Napier at U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service, 10711 Burnet Road, Suite 200, Austin, Texas 78758
(512/490-0057) or by e-mail, Clayton--Napier@fws.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Service proposes to extend permits TE-
025997-2 and TE-025965-2 for an additional two years from the date of
signature on the re-issued permit. The EA/HCP allows for the
construction of single family residences or other similar structures,
as long as the action on the property disturbs no more than
approximately 0.5 acres of habitat within each eligible lot. The EA/HCP
will allow for responsible development while minimizing and offsetting
impacts to the Houston toad and bald eagle by providing for on-site and
off-site conservation measures that will be used to promote the long-
term survival of the species. It is also considered to provide the most
simplified, expeditious, and effective process by which landowners can
comply with the provisions of the Act in a more efficient manner. The
revised EA/HCP requires the same avoidance, minimization, and
mitigation efforts from every lot owner, within their respective
category.
Section 9 of the Act prohibits the ``taking'' of endangered species
such as the Houston toad. However, the Service, under limited
circumstances, may issue permits to take endangered wildlife species
incidental to, and not the purpose of, otherwise lawful activities.
We provide this notice under section 10(c) of the Act (16 U.S.C.
1531 et seq.) and its implementing regulations (50
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CFR 17.22), and the National Environmental Policy Act (42 U.S.C. 4371
et seq.) and its implementing regulations (40 CFR 1506.6).
Applicant: Each applicant's project will permanently disturb a
maximum of 0.5 acres of Houston toad habitat within one of the 46
subdivisions. Each applicant will compensate for incidental take of the
Houston toad by providing funds to the National Fish and Wildlife
Foundation for the specific purpose of land acquisition, protection,
and management within Houston toad habitat, as identified by the
Service.
Benjamin N. Tuggle,
Acting Regional Director, Region 2, Albuquerque, New Mexico.
[FR Doc. E6-13240 Filed 8-11-06; 8:45 am]
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