Notice of Request for Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection, 26778-26779 [E7-9128]

Download as PDF 26778 Federal Register / Vol. 72, No. 91 / Friday, May 11, 2007 / Notices Thomas A. Contreras, Forest Supervisor, Mendocino National Forest, 825 N. Humboldt Avenue, Willows, California 95988. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jack Horner, Recreation Fee Coordinator, 530–934–3316. Information about proposed fee changes can also be found on the Mendocino National Forest Web site: https://www.fs.fed.us/r5/ mendocino/recreation/. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Federal Recreation Lands Enhancement Act (Title VII, Pub. L. 108–447) directed the Secretary of Agriculture to publish a six month advance notice in the Federal Register whenever new recreation fee areas are established. These new fees will be reviewed by a Recreation Resource Advisory Committee prior to a final decision and implementation. ADDRESSES: Dated: May 1, 2007. Thomas A. Contreras, Forest Supervisor. [FR Doc. 07–2325 Filed 5–10–07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3410–11–M DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Natural Resources Conservation Service Dated: May 2, 2007. David McKay, State Conservationist. [FR Doc. E7–9147 Filed 5–10–07; 8:45 am] Florence Flood Retarding Structure Supplemental Watershed Plan, Pinal County, AZ Natural Resources Conservation Service. ACTION: Notice of a finding of no significant impact. AGENCY: ycherry on PROD1PC64 with NOTICES BILLING CODE 3410–16–P DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Pursuant to Section 102(2)(C) of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969; the Council on Environmental Quality Regulations (40 CFR part 1500); and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Regulations (7 CFR part 650); the Natural Resources Conservation Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, gives notice that an environmental impact statement is not being prepared for the Florence Flood Retarding Structure (FRS) Supplemental Watershed Plan, Pinal County, Arizona. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: David McKay, State Conservationist, USDA–NRCS, 230 North First Avenue, Suite 509, Phoenix, Arizona 85003, telephone (602) 280–8801. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The environmental assessment of this federally assisted action indicates that the project will not cause significant local, regional, or national impacts on the environment. Based on evidence SUMMARY: VerDate Aug<31>2005 21:09 May 10, 2007 Jkt 211001 presented, David McKay, State Conservationist, has determined that the preparation and review of an environmental impact statement are not needed for this project. The project proposes to rehabilitate the Florence FRS to meet NRCS and State of Arizona safety and performance standards. The Notice of a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) has been forwarded to the Environmental Protection Agency and to various Federal, State, and local agencies and interested parties. Copies of the FONSI are available to fill single copy requests at the above address. Basic data developed during the environmental assessment are on file and may be reviewed by contacting Don Paulus, Assistant State Conservationist for Programs, at the above address. No administrative action on implementation of the proposal will be taken until 30 days after the date of this publication in the Federal Register. (This activity is listed in the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance under No. 10.904, Watershed Protection and Flood Prevention, and is subject to the provisions of Executive Order 12372, which requires intergovernmental consultation with State and local officials.) Rural Housing Service Notice of Request for Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection Rural Housing Service, USDA. Proposed collection; comments requested. AGENCY: ACTION: SUMMARY: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the Rural Housing Service’s (RHS) intention to request an extension for a currently approved information collection in support of the program for Fire and Rescue Loans. DATES: Comments on this notice must be received by July 10, 2007 to be assured of consideration. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Derek L. Jones, Loan Specialist, Community Programs Division, RHS, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Stop 0787, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW., PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Washington, DC 20250–0787. Telephone (202) 720–1504. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Title: Fire and Rescue Loans. OMB Number: 0575–0120. Expiration Date of Approval: June 30, 2007. Type of Request: Extension of a currently approved information collection. Abstract: The Fire and Rescue Loan program is authorized by Section 306 of the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act (7 U.S.C. 1926) to make loans to public entities, nonprofit corporations, and Indian tribes for the development of community facilities for public use in rural areas and is covered by 7 CFR part 1942–C. The primary regulation for administering the Community Facilities program is 7 CFR part 1942–A (OMB Number 0575–0015) that outlines eligibility, project feasibility, security, and monitoring requirements. The Community Facilities fire and rescue program has been in existence for many years. This program has financed a wide range of fire and rescue projects varying in size and complexity from construction of a fire station with fire fighting and rescue equipment to financing a 911 emergency system. These facilities are designed to provide fire protection and emergency rescue services to rural communities. Information will be collected by the field offices from applicants, borrowers, and consultants. This information will be used to determine applicant/ borrower eligibility, project feasibility, and to ensure borrowers operate on a sound basis and use funds for authorized purposes. Failure to collect proper information could result in improper determination of eligibility, improper use of funds, and/or unsound loans. Estimate of Burden: Public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 2.15 hours per response. Respondents: Not-for-profit institutions, State, local, or tribal governments. Estimated Number of Respondents: 1,735. Estimated Number of Responses per Respondent: 2.68. Estimated Number of Responses: 4,651. Estimated Total Annual Burden on Respondents: 10,004 hours. Copies of this information collection can be obtained from Renita Bolden, Regulations and Paperwork Management Branch, (202) 692–0035. Comments: Comments are invited on: (a) Whether the proposed collection of E:\FR\FM\11MYN1.SGM 11MYN1 Federal Register / Vol. 72, No. 91 / Friday, May 11, 2007 / Notices information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Rural Housing Service (RHS), including whether the information will have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of RHS’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 Renita Bolden, Regulations and Paperwork Management Branch, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, STOP 0742, 1400 Independence Ave., SW., Washington, DC 20250. 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: May 4, 2007. Russell T. Davis, Administrator, Rural Housing Service. [FR Doc. E7–9128 Filed 5–10–07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3410–XV–P COMMITTEE FOR PURCHASE FROM PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND OR SEVERELY DISABLED Procurement List; Proposed Additions Committee for Purchase from People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled. ACTION: Proposed additions to Procurement List. AGENCY: ycherry on PROD1PC64 with NOTICES Telephone: (703) 603–7740, Fax: (703) 603–0655, or e-mail CMTEFedReg@jwod.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This notice is published pursuant to 41 U.S.C Jkt 211001 I certify that the following action will not have a significant impact on a substantial number of small entities. The major factors considered for this certification were: 1. If approved, the action will not result in any additional reporting, recordkeeping or other compliance requirements for small entities other than the small organizations that will furnish the products and services to the Government. 2. If approved, the action will result in authorizing small entities to furnish the products and services to the Government. 3. There are no known regulatory alternatives which would accomplish the objectives of the Javits-WagnerO’Day Act (41 U.S.C. 46–48c) in connection with the products and services proposed for addition to the Procurement List. Comments on this certification are invited. Commenters should identify the statement(s) underlying the certification on which they are providing additional information. The following product and services are proposed for addition to Procurement List for production by the nonprofit agencies listed: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO SUBMIT COMMENTS CONTACT: Kimberly M. Zeich, 21:09 May 10, 2007 Regulatory Flexibility Act Certification End of Certification SUMMARY: The Committee is proposing to add to the Procurement List a product and services to be furnished by nonprofit agencies employing persons who are blind or have other severe disabilities. Comments Must Be Received on or Before: June 10, 2007. ADDRESSES: Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled Jefferson Plaza 2, Suite 10800, 1421 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, VA 22202–3259. VerDate Aug<31>2005 47(a) (2) and 41 CFR 51–2.3. Its purpose is to provide interested persons an opportunity to submit comments on the proposed actions. If the Committee approves the proposed additions, the entities of the Federal Government identified in the notice for each product or service will be required to procure the products and services listed below from nonprofit agencies employing persons who are blind or have other severe disabilities. Product Bag, Sand (Cotton). NSN: 8105–00–782–2709—Bag, Sand. NPA: Southeast Vocational Alliance, Inc., Houston, TX. Contracting Activity: Defense Supply Center, Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA. Services Service Type/Location: Custodial & Grounds Maintenance, Cannons Corners POE, 1295 Cannons Corners Road, Mooers Forks, NY. Service Type/Location: Custodial & Grounds Maintenance, Churubusco POE, 1219 State Route 189, Churubusco, NY. NPA: Citizen Advocates, Inc., Malone, NY. Contracting Activity: Department of Homeland Security, Customs and Border Protection, Indianapolis, IN. Service Type/Location: Mailing Services (Pharmacy), VISN–19 Eastern Colorado PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 26779 Health Care System, Denver, CO. NPA: Jewish Family Service of Colorado, Denver, CO. Contracting Activity: VISN 19 Eastern Colorado Health Care System (ECHCS), Denver, CO. Service Type/Location: Consolidated Mailroom Operations, Department of Homeland Security (Metro Washington, DC–VA–MD), Washington, DC. NPA: ServiceSource, Inc., Alexandria, VA. Contracting Activity: Department of Homeland Security Headquarters, Washington, DC. G. John Heyer, General Counsel. [FR Doc. E7–9115 Filed 5–10–07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6353–01–P COMMITTEE FOR PURCHASE FROM PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND OR SEVERELY DISABLED Procurement List; Additions and Deletions Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled. ACTION: Additions to and deletions from Procurement List. AGENCY: SUMMARY: This action adds to the Procurement List services to be furnished by nonprofit agencies employing persons who are blind or have other severe disabilities, and deletes from the Procurement List products previously furnished by such agencies. Effective Date: June 10, 2007. Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled, Jefferson Plaza 2, Suite 10800, 1421 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, VA 22202–3259. DATES: ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO SUBMIT COMMENTS CONTACT: Kimberly M. Zeich, Telephone: (703) 603–7740, Fax: (703) 603–0655, or e-mail CMTEFedReg@jwod.gov. Additions On March 9, 2007 the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled published notice (72 FR 10641) of proposed additions to the Procurement List. After consideration of the material presented to it concerning capability of qualified nonprofit agencies to provide the services and impact of the additions on the current or most recent contractors, the Committee has determined that the services listed below are suitable for procurement by the Federal Government under 41 U.S.C. 46–48c and 41 CFR 51–2.4. E:\FR\FM\11MYN1.SGM 11MYN1

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[Federal Register Volume 72, Number 91 (Friday, May 11, 2007)]
[Notices]
[Pages 26778-26779]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E7-9128]


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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Rural Housing Service


Notice of Request for Extension of a Currently Approved 
Information Collection

AGENCY: Rural Housing Service, USDA.

ACTION: Proposed collection; comments requested.

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SUMMARY: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this 
notice announces the Rural Housing Service's (RHS) intention to request 
an extension for a currently approved information collection in support 
of the program for Fire and Rescue Loans.

DATES: Comments on this notice must be received by July 10, 2007 to be 
assured of consideration.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Derek L. Jones, Loan Specialist, 
Community Programs Division, RHS, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Stop 
0787, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20250-0787. 
Telephone (202) 720-1504.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
    Title: Fire and Rescue Loans.
    OMB Number: 0575-0120.
    Expiration Date of Approval: June 30, 2007.
    Type of Request: Extension of a currently approved information 
collection.
    Abstract: The Fire and Rescue Loan program is authorized by Section 
306 of the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act (7 U.S.C. 1926) 
to make loans to public entities, nonprofit corporations, and Indian 
tribes for the development of community facilities for public use in 
rural areas and is covered by 7 CFR part 1942-C. The primary regulation 
for administering the Community Facilities program is 7 CFR part 1942-A 
(OMB Number 0575-0015) that outlines eligibility, project feasibility, 
security, and monitoring requirements.
    The Community Facilities fire and rescue program has been in 
existence for many years. This program has financed a wide range of 
fire and rescue projects varying in size and complexity from 
construction of a fire station with fire fighting and rescue equipment 
to financing a 911 emergency system. These facilities are designed to 
provide fire protection and emergency rescue services to rural 
communities.
    Information will be collected by the field offices from applicants, 
borrowers, and consultants. This information will be used to determine 
applicant/borrower eligibility, project feasibility, and to ensure 
borrowers operate on a sound basis and use funds for authorized 
purposes. Failure to collect proper information could result in 
improper determination of eligibility, improper use of funds, and/or 
unsound loans.
    Estimate of Burden: Public reporting burden for this collection of 
information is estimated to average 2.15 hours per response.
    Respondents: Not-for-profit institutions, State, local, or tribal 
governments.
    Estimated Number of Respondents: 1,735.
    Estimated Number of Responses per Respondent: 2.68.
    Estimated Number of Responses: 4,651.
    Estimated Total Annual Burden on Respondents: 10,004 hours.
    Copies of this information collection can be obtained from Renita 
Bolden, Regulations and Paperwork Management Branch, (202) 692-0035.
    Comments: Comments are invited on: (a) Whether the proposed 
collection of

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information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of 
the Rural Housing Service (RHS), including whether the information will 
have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of RHS'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 Renita Bolden, Regulations and Paperwork Management Branch, 
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, STOP 0742, 1400 
Independence Ave., SW., Washington, DC 20250. 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: May 4, 2007.
Russell T. Davis,
Administrator, Rural Housing Service.
[FR Doc. E7-9128 Filed 5-10-07; 8:45 am]
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