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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND
SECURITY
Coast Guard
33 CFR Part 165
[CGD05–07–015]
RIN 1625–AA87
Security Zone: America’s 400th
Celebration, Jamestown, VA
Coast Guard, DHS.
Notice of proposed rulemaking.
AGENCY:
ACTION:
SUMMARY: The United States Coast
Guard is establishing a security zone
encompassing waters within 2-nautical
miles of Church Point at 37–12.45 N,
076–46.66 W, Jamestown Island, VA, for
America’s 400th Anniversary
celebration. This action is intended to
restrict vessel traffic within the security
zone. This security zone is necessary to
protect attendees of this event from
potential maritime hazards and threats
and enhance public and maritime
security.
DATES: Comments and related material
must reach the Coast Guard on or before
March 27, 2007.
ADDRESSES: You may mail comments
and related material to the attention of
LCDR Thomas Tarrants at the address
listed below. Documents indicated in
this preamble as being available in the
docket are part of docket CGD05–07–
015 and are available for inspection or
copying at USCG Sector Hampton
Roads, 4000 Coast Guard Blvd.,
Portsmouth, Virginia 23703, between
9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., Monday through
Friday, except Federal holidays.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
LCDR Thomas Tarrants, Enforcement
Branch Chief, U.S. Coast Guard Sector
Hampton Roads, Virginia at (757) 483–
8571.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Request for Comments
We encourage you to participate in
this rulemaking by submitting
comments and related material. If you
do so, please include your name and
address, identify the docket number for
this rulemaking CGD05–07–015,
indicate the specific section of this
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document to which each comment
applies, and give the reason for each
comment. Please submit all comments
and related material in an unbound
format, no larger than 81⁄2 by 11 inches,
suitable for copying. If you would like
to know that your submission reached
us, please enclose a stamped, selfaddressed postcard or envelope. We will
consider all comments and material
received during the comment period.
We may change this proposed rule in
view of them. Under 5 U.S.C. 553(d)(3),
the Coast Guard finds that good cause
exists for a comment period shorter than
30 days. This security zone of short
duration is needed to provide for the
security of persons at the event, and a
shortened comment period provides the
public the ability to comment while
ensuring the security zone is in place
before the event.
Public Meeting
We do not now plan to hold a public
meeting. But you may submit a request
for a meeting by writing to Sector
Hampton Roads at the address under
ADDRESSES explaining why one would
be beneficial. If we determine that one
would aid this rulemaking, we will hold
one at a time and place announced by
a separate notice in the Federal
Register.
Background and Purpose
Following terrorist attacks on the
United States in September 2001, there
is now a heightened awareness that
vessels or persons could engage in
subversive activity against targets ashore
in the United States. This regulation is
necessary to protect attendees of
America’s 400th Anniversary
celebration on Jamestown Island, VA,
from potential maritime threats. This
temporary security zone will only be in
effect from 3 p.m. on May 11th, 2007
until 10 p.m. on May 13th, 2007. This
zone will have minimal impact on
vessel transits because vessels can
request authorization from the Captain
of the Port (COTP) to safely transit
through the zone and they are not
precluded from using any portion of the
waterway except the security zone area
itself. Additionally, public notifications
announcing this regulation will be made
via marine information broadcasts prior
to the zone taking effect.
Discussion of Rule
The Coast Guard is proposing to
establish a temporary security zone on
specified waters to provide protection to
dignitaries visiting Jamestown Island.
The security zone will be effective from
3 p.m. on May 11th, 2007, until 10 p.m.
on May 13th, 2007. The security zone
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will encompass all waters around
Jamestown Island, VA within a 2nautical mile radius of Church Point at
37–12.45 N, 076–46.66 W. No persons
or vessels may enter or remain in the
regulated area without authorization by
the Captain of the Port, Hampton Roads,
or his designated representative.
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Regulatory Evaluation
This proposed rule is not a
‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under
section 3(f) of Executive Order 12866,
Regulatory Planning and Review, and
does not require an assessment of
potential costs and benefits under
section 6(a)(3) of that Order. The Office
of Management and Budget has not
reviewed it under that Order. It is not
‘‘significant’’ under the regulatory
policies and procedures of the
Department of Homeland Security
(DHS).
We expect the economic impact of
this proposed rule to be so minimal that
a full regulatory evaluation under the
regulatory policies and procedures of
DHS is unnecessary. Although this
rulemaking restricts access to the
regulated area, the effect of this
rulemaking will not be significant
because: (i) The COTP may authorize
access to the security zone; (ii) the
security zone will be in effect for a
limited duration; (iii) the Coast Guard
will make notifications via maritime
advisories so mariners can adjust their
plans accordingly.
Small Entities
Under the Regulatory Flexibility Act
(5 U.S.C. 601–612), we have considered
whether this proposed rule would have
a significant economic impact on a
substantial number of small entities.
The term ‘‘small entities’’ comprises
small businesses, not-for-profit
organizations that are independently
owned and operated and are not
dominant in their fields, and
governmental jurisdictions with
populations of less than 50,000.
The Coast Guard certifies under 5
U.S.C. 605(b) that this proposed rule
will not have a significant economic
impact on a substantial number of small
entities.
However, this proposed rule may
affect the following entities, some of
which may be small entities: The
owners and operators of vessels
intending to transit or anchor in the
described portion of the security zone
between 3 p.m. on May 11, 2007, to 10
p.m. on May 13, 2007. The security zone
will not have a significant impact on a
substantial number of small entities
because the zone does not encompass a
high vessel traffic area, and vessels can
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request authorization from the COTP to
enter the zone. Maritime advisories will
also be issued, so the mariners can
adjust their plans accordingly.
Assistance for Small Entities
Under section 213(a) of the Small
Business Regulatory Enforcement
Fairness Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104–121),
we want to assist small entities in
understanding this rule so that they can
better evaluate its effects on them and
participate in the rulemaking. If the
rulemaking would affect your small
business, organization, or governmental
jurisdiction and you have questions
concerning its provisions or options for
compliance, please contact LCDR
Thomas Tarrants, Enforcement Branch
Chief, U.S. Coast Guard Sector Hampton
Roads, Virginia at (757) 483–8571.
Small businesses may send comments
on the actions of Federal employees
who enforce, or otherwise determine
compliance with, Federal regulations to
the Small Business and Agriculture
Regulatory Enforcement Ombudsman
and Regional Small Business Regulatory
Fairness Boards. The Ombudsman
evaluates these actions annually and
rates each agency’s responsiveness to
small business. If you wish to comment
on actions by employees of the U.S.
Coast Guard, call 1–888–REG–FAIR (1–
888–734–3247).
Collection of Information
This proposed rule calls for no new
collection of information under the
Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44
U.S.C. 3501–3520).
Federalism
A rule has implications for federalism
under Executive Order 13132,
Federalism, if it has a substantial direct
effect on State or local governments and
would either preempt State law or
impose a substantial direct cost of
compliance on them. We have analyzed
this proposed rule under that Order and
have determined that it does not have
implications for federalism.
Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
The Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1531–1538) requires
Federal agencies to assess the effects of
their discretionary regulatory actions. In
particular, the Act addresses actions
that may result in the expenditure by a
State, local, or tribal government, in the
aggregate, or by the private sector of
$100,000,000 or more in any one year.
Though this proposed rule will not
result in such expenditure, we do
discuss the effects of this rule elsewhere
in this preamble.
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Taking of Private Property
This proposed rule will not effect a
taking of private property or otherwise
have taking implications under
Executive Order 12630, Governmental
Actions and Interference with
Constitutionally Protected Property
Rights.
Civil Justice Reform
This proposed rule meets applicable
standards in sections 3(a) and 3(b)(2) of
Executive Order 12988, Civil Justice
Reform, to minimize litigation,
eliminate ambiguity, and reduce
burden.
Protection of Children
We have analyzed this proposed rule
under Executive Order 13045,
Protection of Children from
Environmental Health Risks and Safety
Risks. This proposed rule is not an
economically significant rule and does
not create an environmental risk to
health or risk to safety that may
disproportionately affect children.
Indian Tribal Governments
This proposed rule does not have
tribal implications under Executive
Order 13175, Consultation and
Coordination with Indian Tribal
Governments, because it does not have
a substantial direct effect on one or
more Indian tribes, on the relationship
between the Federal Government and
Indian tribes, or on the distribution of
power and responsibilities between the
Federal Government and Indian tribes.
Energy Effects
We have analyzed this proposed rule
under Executive Order 13211, Actions
Concerning Regulations That
Significantly Affect Energy Supply,
Distribution, or Use. We have
determined that it is not a ‘‘significant
energy action’’ under that order because
it is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’
under Executive Order 12866 and is not
likely to have a significant adverse effect
on the supply, distribution, or use of
energy. It has not been designated by the
Administrator of the Office of
Information and Regulatory Affairs as a
significant energy action. Therefore, it
does not require a Statement of Energy
Effects under Executive Order 13211.
Technical Standards
The National Technology Transfer
and Advancement Act (NTTAA) (15
U.S.C. 272 note) directs agencies to use
voluntary consensus standards in their
regulatory activities unless the agency
provides Congress, through the Office of
Management and Budget, with an
explanation of why using these
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standards would be inconsistent with
applicable law or otherwise impractical.
Voluntary consensus standards are
technical standards (e.g., specifications
of materials, performance, design, or
operation; test methods; sampling
procedures; and related management
systems practices) that are developed or
adopted by voluntary consensus
standards bodies. This proposed rule
does not use technical standards.
Therefore, we did not consider the use
of voluntary consensus standards.
Environment
We have analyzed this proposed rule
under Commandant Instruction
M16475.1D and Department of
Homeland Security Management
Directive 5100.1, which guide the Coast
Guard in complying with the National
Environmental Policy Act of 1969
(NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321–4370f), and
have concluded that there are no factors
in this case that would limit the use of
a categorical exclusion under section
2.B.2 of the Instruction. Therefore, we
believe that this proposed rule should
be categorically excluded, under figure
2–1, paragraph (34)(g), of the
Instruction, from further environmental
documentation. A preliminary
‘‘Environmental Analysis Check List’’ is
available in the docket where indicated
under ADDRESSES. Comments on this
section will be considered before we
make the final decision whether this
rule should be categorically excluded
from further environmental review.
List of Subjects in 33 CFR Part 165
Harbors, Marine safety, Navigation
(water), Reporting and recordkeeping
requirements, Security measures,
Waterways.
For the reasons discussed in the
preamble, the Coast Guard proposes to
amend 33 CFR part 165 as follows:
PART 165—REGULATED NAVIGATION
AREAS AND LIMITED ACCESS AREAS
1. The authority citation for Part 165
continues to read as follows:
Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1226, 1231; 46 U.S.C.
Chapter 701; 50 U.S.C. 191, 195; 33 CFR
1.05–1(g), 6.04–1, 6.04–6, and 160.5; Pub. L.
107–295, 116 Stat. 2064; Department of
Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1.
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2. Add temporary § 165.T05–015, to
read as follows:
§ 165.T05–015
Island, VA.
Security Zone: Jamestown
(a) Location: The following area is a
security zone: All waters within a 2nautical-mile radius of Church Point at
37–12.45N, 076–46.66W on Jamestown
Island, VA.
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(b) Definition: As used in this section;
Designated Representative means any
U.S. Coast Guard commissioned,
warrant or petty officer who has been
authorized by the Captain of the Port,
Hampton Roads, Virginia to act on his
behalf.
(c) Regulation. (1) In accordance with
the general regulations in § 165.33 of
this part, entry into this zone is
prohibited unless authorized by the
Captain of the Port, Hampton Roads,
Virginia, or his designated
representative.
(2) The operator of any vessel in the
immediate vicinity of this security zone
shall:
(i) Stop the vessel immediately upon
being directed to do so by the Captain
of the Port, Hampton Roads, Virginia, or
his designated representative on board a
vessel displaying a U.S. Coast Guard
Ensign.
(ii) Proceed as directed by the Captain
of the Port, Hampton Roads, Virginia, or
his designated representative on board a
vessel displaying a U.S. Coast Guard
Ensign.
(3) The Captain of the Port, Hampton
Roads, Virginia can be contacted at
telephone number (757) 668–5555.
(4) U.S. Coast Guard vessels enforcing
the security zone can be contacted on
VHF–FM marine band radio, channel 13
(156.65 MHz) and channel 16 (156.8
MHz).
(d) Enforcement period: The security
zone will be enforced from 3 p.m. until
10 p.m. on May 11, 2007; from 9 a.m.
to 11 p.m. on May 12, 2007; and from
9 a.m. to 10 p.m. on May 13, 2007.
(e) Effective Date: This regulation is
effective from 3 p.m. on May 11, 2007,
to 10 p.m. on May 13, 2007.
Dated: February 27, 2007.
Patrick B. Trapp,
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the
Port, Hampton Roads.
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
Coast Guard
33 CFR Part 165
[CGD05-07-015]
RIN 1625-AA87
Security Zone: America's 400th Celebration, Jamestown, VA
AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking.
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SUMMARY: The United States Coast Guard is establishing a security zone
encompassing waters within 2-nautical miles of Church Point at 37-12.45
N, 076-46.66 W, Jamestown Island, VA, for America's 400th Anniversary
celebration. This action is intended to restrict vessel traffic within
the security zone. This security zone is necessary to protect attendees
of this event from potential maritime hazards and threats and enhance
public and maritime security.
DATES: Comments and related material must reach the Coast Guard on or
before March 27, 2007.
ADDRESSES: You may mail comments and related material to the attention
of LCDR Thomas Tarrants at the address listed below. Documents
indicated in this preamble as being available in the docket are part of
docket CGD05-07-015 and are available for inspection or copying at USCG
Sector Hampton Roads, 4000 Coast Guard Blvd., Portsmouth, Virginia
23703, between 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., Monday through Friday, except
Federal holidays.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: LCDR Thomas Tarrants, Enforcement
Branch Chief, U.S. Coast Guard Sector Hampton Roads, Virginia at (757)
483-8571.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Request for Comments
We encourage you to participate in this rulemaking by submitting
comments and related material. If you do so, please include your name
and address, identify the docket number for this rulemaking CGD05-07-
015, indicate the specific section of this document to which each
comment applies, and give the reason for each comment. Please submit
all comments and related material in an unbound format, no larger than
8\1/2\ by 11 inches, suitable for copying. If you would like to know
that your submission reached us, please enclose a stamped, self-
addressed postcard or envelope. We will consider all comments and
material received during the comment period. We may change this
proposed rule in view of them. Under 5 U.S.C. 553(d)(3), the Coast
Guard finds that good cause exists for a comment period shorter than 30
days. This security zone of short duration is needed to provide for the
security of persons at the event, and a shortened comment period
provides the public the ability to comment while ensuring the security
zone is in place before the event.
Public Meeting
We do not now plan to hold a public meeting. But you may submit a
request for a meeting by writing to Sector Hampton Roads at the address
under ADDRESSES explaining why one would be beneficial. If we determine
that one would aid this rulemaking, we will hold one at a time and
place announced by a separate notice in the Federal Register.
Background and Purpose
Following terrorist attacks on the United States in September 2001,
there is now a heightened awareness that vessels or persons could
engage in subversive activity against targets ashore in the United
States. This regulation is necessary to protect attendees of America's
400th Anniversary celebration on Jamestown Island, VA, from potential
maritime threats. This temporary security zone will only be in effect
from 3 p.m. on May 11th, 2007 until 10 p.m. on May 13th, 2007. This
zone will have minimal impact on vessel transits because vessels can
request authorization from the Captain of the Port (COTP) to safely
transit through the zone and they are not precluded from using any
portion of the waterway except the security zone area itself.
Additionally, public notifications announcing this regulation will be
made via marine information broadcasts prior to the zone taking effect.
Discussion of Rule
The Coast Guard is proposing to establish a temporary security zone
on specified waters to provide protection to dignitaries visiting
Jamestown Island. The security zone will be effective from 3 p.m. on
May 11th, 2007, until 10 p.m. on May 13th, 2007. The security zone
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will encompass all waters around Jamestown Island, VA within a 2-
nautical mile radius of Church Point at 37-12.45 N, 076-46.66 W. No
persons or vessels may enter or remain in the regulated area without
authorization by the Captain of the Port, Hampton Roads, or his
designated representative.
Regulatory Evaluation
This proposed rule is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under
section 3(f) of Executive Order 12866, Regulatory Planning and Review,
and does not require an assessment of potential costs and benefits
under section 6(a)(3) of that Order. The Office of Management and
Budget has not reviewed it under that Order. It is not ``significant''
under the regulatory policies and procedures of the Department of
Homeland Security (DHS).
We expect the economic impact of this proposed rule to be so
minimal that a full regulatory evaluation under the regulatory policies
and procedures of DHS is unnecessary. Although this rulemaking
restricts access to the regulated area, the effect of this rulemaking
will not be significant because: (i) The COTP may authorize access to
the security zone; (ii) the security zone will be in effect for a
limited duration; (iii) the Coast Guard will make notifications via
maritime advisories so mariners can adjust their plans accordingly.
Small Entities
Under the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601-612), we have
considered whether this proposed rule would have a significant economic
impact on a substantial number of small entities. The term ``small
entities'' comprises small businesses, not-for-profit organizations
that are independently owned and operated and are not dominant in their
fields, and governmental jurisdictions with populations of less than
50,000.
The Coast Guard certifies under 5 U.S.C. 605(b) that this proposed
rule will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial
number of small entities.
However, this proposed rule may affect the following entities, some
of which may be small entities: The owners and operators of vessels
intending to transit or anchor in the described portion of the security
zone between 3 p.m. on May 11, 2007, to 10 p.m. on May 13, 2007. The
security zone will not have a significant impact on a substantial
number of small entities because the zone does not encompass a high
vessel traffic area, and vessels can request authorization from the
COTP to enter the zone. Maritime advisories will also be issued, so the
mariners can adjust their plans accordingly.
Assistance for Small Entities
Under section 213(a) of the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement
Fairness Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104-121), we want to assist small
entities in understanding this rule so that they can better evaluate
its effects on them and participate in the rulemaking. If the
rulemaking would affect your small business, organization, or
governmental jurisdiction and you have questions concerning its
provisions or options for compliance, please contact LCDR Thomas
Tarrants, Enforcement Branch Chief, U.S. Coast Guard Sector Hampton
Roads, Virginia at (757) 483-8571.
Small businesses may send comments on the actions of Federal
employees who enforce, or otherwise determine compliance with, Federal
regulations to the Small Business and Agriculture Regulatory
Enforcement Ombudsman and Regional Small Business Regulatory Fairness
Boards. The Ombudsman evaluates these actions annually and rates each
agency's responsiveness to small business. If you wish to comment on
actions by employees of the U.S. Coast Guard, call 1-888-REG-FAIR (1-
888-734-3247).
Collection of Information
This proposed rule calls for no new collection of information under
the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501-3520).
Federalism
A rule has implications for federalism under Executive Order 13132,
Federalism, if it has a substantial direct effect on State or local
governments and would either preempt State law or impose a substantial
direct cost of compliance on them. We have analyzed this proposed rule
under that Order and have determined that it does not have implications
for federalism.
Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
The Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1531-1538)
requires Federal agencies to assess the effects of their discretionary
regulatory actions. In particular, the Act addresses actions that may
result in the expenditure by a State, local, or tribal government, in
the aggregate, or by the private sector of $100,000,000 or more in any
one year. Though this proposed rule will not result in such
expenditure, we do discuss the effects of this rule elsewhere in this
preamble.
Taking of Private Property
This proposed rule will not effect a taking of private property or
otherwise have taking implications under Executive Order 12630,
Governmental Actions and Interference with Constitutionally Protected
Property Rights.
Civil Justice Reform
This proposed rule meets applicable standards in sections 3(a) and
3(b)(2) of Executive Order 12988, Civil Justice Reform, to minimize
litigation, eliminate ambiguity, and reduce burden.
Protection of Children
We have analyzed this proposed rule under Executive Order 13045,
Protection of Children from Environmental Health Risks and Safety
Risks. This proposed rule is not an economically significant rule and
does not create an environmental risk to health or risk to safety that
may disproportionately affect children.
Indian Tribal Governments
This proposed rule does not have tribal implications under
Executive Order 13175, Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal
Governments, because it does not have a substantial direct effect on
one or more Indian tribes, on the relationship between the Federal
Government and Indian tribes, or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities between the Federal Government and Indian tribes.
Energy Effects
We have analyzed this proposed rule under Executive Order 13211,
Actions Concerning Regulations That Significantly Affect Energy Supply,
Distribution, or Use. We have determined that it is not a ``significant
energy action'' under that order because it is not a ``significant
regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866 and is not likely to
have a significant adverse effect on the supply, distribution, or use
of energy. It has not been designated by the Administrator of the
Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs as a significant energy
action. Therefore, it does not require a Statement of Energy Effects
under Executive Order 13211.
Technical Standards
The National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act (NTTAA) (15
U.S.C. 272 note) directs agencies to use voluntary consensus standards
in their regulatory activities unless the agency provides Congress,
through the Office of Management and Budget, with an explanation of why
using these
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standards would be inconsistent with applicable law or otherwise
impractical. Voluntary consensus standards are technical standards
(e.g., specifications of materials, performance, design, or operation;
test methods; sampling procedures; and related management systems
practices) that are developed or adopted by voluntary consensus
standards bodies. This proposed rule does not use technical standards.
Therefore, we did not consider the use of voluntary consensus
standards.
Environment
We have analyzed this proposed rule under Commandant Instruction
M16475.1D and Department of Homeland Security Management Directive
5100.1, which guide the Coast Guard in complying with the National
Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321-4370f), and
have concluded that there are no factors in this case that would limit
the use of a categorical exclusion under section 2.B.2 of the
Instruction. Therefore, we believe that this proposed rule should be
categorically excluded, under figure 2-1, paragraph (34)(g), of the
Instruction, from further environmental documentation. A preliminary
``Environmental Analysis Check List'' is available in the docket where
indicated under ADDRESSES. Comments on this section will be considered
before we make the final decision whether this rule should be
categorically excluded from further environmental review.
List of Subjects in 33 CFR Part 165
Harbors, Marine safety, Navigation (water), Reporting and
recordkeeping requirements, Security measures, Waterways.
For the reasons discussed in the preamble, the Coast Guard proposes
to amend 33 CFR part 165 as follows:
PART 165--REGULATED NAVIGATION AREAS AND LIMITED ACCESS AREAS
1. The authority citation for Part 165 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1226, 1231; 46 U.S.C. Chapter 701; 50
U.S.C. 191, 195; 33 CFR 1.05-1(g), 6.04-1, 6.04-6, and 160.5; Pub.
L. 107-295, 116 Stat. 2064; Department of Homeland Security
Delegation No. 0170.1.
2. Add temporary Sec. 165.T05-015, to read as follows:
Sec. 165.T05-015 Security Zone: Jamestown Island, VA.
(a) Location: The following area is a security zone: All waters
within a 2-nautical-mile radius of Church Point at 37-12.45N, 076-
46.66W on Jamestown Island, VA.
(b) Definition: As used in this section; Designated Representative
means any U.S. Coast Guard commissioned, warrant or petty officer who
has been authorized by the Captain of the Port, Hampton Roads, Virginia
to act on his behalf.
(c) Regulation. (1) In accordance with the general regulations in
Sec. 165.33 of this part, entry into this zone is prohibited unless
authorized by the Captain of the Port, Hampton Roads, Virginia, or his
designated representative.
(2) The operator of any vessel in the immediate vicinity of this
security zone shall:
(i) Stop the vessel immediately upon being directed to do so by the
Captain of the Port, Hampton Roads, Virginia, or his designated
representative on board a vessel displaying a U.S. Coast Guard Ensign.
(ii) Proceed as directed by the Captain of the Port, Hampton Roads,
Virginia, or his designated representative on board a vessel displaying
a U.S. Coast Guard Ensign.
(3) The Captain of the Port, Hampton Roads, Virginia can be
contacted at telephone number (757) 668-5555.
(4) U.S. Coast Guard vessels enforcing the security zone can be
contacted on VHF-FM marine band radio, channel 13 (156.65 MHz) and
channel 16 (156.8 MHz).
(d) Enforcement period: The security zone will be enforced from 3
p.m. until 10 p.m. on May 11, 2007; from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. on May 12,
2007; and from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. on May 13, 2007.
(e) Effective Date: This regulation is effective from 3 p.m. on May
11, 2007, to 10 p.m. on May 13, 2007.
Dated: February 27, 2007.
Patrick B. Trapp,
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the Port, Hampton Roads.
[FR Doc. E7-4303 Filed 3-9-07; 8:45 am]
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