Notice of Availability of a Record of Decision (ROD) for Base Realignment and Closure Actions at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, 48997-48998 [07-4191]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 72, No. 165 / Monday, August 27, 2007 / Notices Dated: August 21, 2007. Patricia L. Toppings, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. [FR Doc. 07–4178 Filed 8–24–07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 5001–06–M DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Department of the Army [No. USA–2007–0021] Proposed Collection; Comment Request Department of the Army, DoD. Notice. AGENCY: rmajette on PROD1PC64 with NOTICES ACTION: SUMMARY: In compliance with section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Department of the Army announces a proposed extension of a public information collection and seeks public comment on the provisions thereof. 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 shall have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the agency’s estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. DATES: Consideration will be given to all comments received by October 26, 2007. ADDRESSES: You may submit comments, identified by docket number and title, by any of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • Mail: Federal Docket Management System Office, 1160 Defense Pentagon, Washington, DC 20301–1160. Instructions: All submissions received must include the agency name, docket number and title for this Federal Register document. The general policy for comments and other submissions from members of the public is to make these submissions available for public viewing on the Internet at https:// www.regulations.gov as they are received without change, including any personal identifiers or contact information. To request more information on this proposed information collection or to obtain a copy of the proposal and FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: VerDate Aug<31>2005 15:56 Aug 24, 2007 Jkt 211001 associated collection instruments, please write to U.S. Army ROTC Cadet Command, ATTN: ATCC–O1, 55 Patch Road, Building 56, Fort Monroe, VA 23651–1052, or call Department of the Army Reports Clearance Officer at 703– 428–6440. Title, Associated Form and OMB Number: Army ROTC Referral Information, ROTC Form 155–R, OMB Control Number 0702–0111. Needs and Uses: The Army ROTC Program produces approximately 75 percent of the newly commissioned officers for the U.S. Army. The Army ROTC must have the ability to attract quality men and women who will pursue college degrees. Currently, there are 13 recruiting teams (Goldminers) located in various places across the United States aiding in this cause. Their mission is to refer quality high school students to colleges and universities offering Army ROTC. Goldminers, two officer personnel, will collect ROTC Referral information at a high school campus and document it on ROTC Cadet Command Form 155–R. Affected Public: Individuals or households. Annual Burden Hours: 4,075. Number of Respondents: 16,300. Responses Per Respondent: 1. Average Burden Per Response: 15 minutes. Frequency: On occasion. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Summary of Information Collection The purpose of the information is to provide prospect referral data to a Professor of Military Science to contact individuals who have expressed an interest in Army ROTC. If Goldminers did not collect referral information, we would suffer a negative impact on the recruiting effort and subsequent commissioning of new officers for the U.S. Army. Dated: August 21, 2007. Patricia L. Toppings, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. [FR Doc. 07–4179 Filed 8–24–07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 5001–06–M DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Notice of Availability of a Record of Decision (ROD) for Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) Actions at Fort Belvoir, VA; Correction ACTION: PO 00000 Department of the Army, DoD. Notice; correction. Frm 00016 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 SUMMARY: The Department of the Army published a Notice of Availability in the Federal Register of August 10, 2007, concerning the Record of Decision for Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) actions at Fort Belvoir, Virginia. The Notice of Availability contained incorrect information. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Don Carr, Fort Belvoir Public Affairs Office, at (703) 805–2583 during normal business hours Monday through Friday. Correction In the Federal Register of August 10, 2007, in FR Doc. 07–3911, on page 45021, the second column, line 5, correct this line to read: ‘‘places a net of 4,284 personnel on Fort Belvoir’s Main Post and defers a decision on 6,200 personnel.’’ Dated: August 22, 2007. Addison D. Davis, IV, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army (Environment, Safety and Occupational Health). [FR Doc. 07–4192 Filed 8–24–07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3710–08–M DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Department of the Army Notice of Availability of a Record of Decision (ROD) for Base Realignment and Closure Actions at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Department of the Army, DoD. Record of Decision (ROD). AGENCY: ACTION: SUMMARY: The Department of the Army announces the availability of a ROD which summarizes the decision for implementing realignment actions as directed by the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) Commission at Aberdeen Providing Ground (APG), Maryland. To obtain copies of the ROD, contact Mr. Buddy Keesee at: Department of the Army, Directorate of Safety, Health, and Environment, Attention: IMNE–APG–SHE–R, Building 5650, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005–5001; e-mail Buddy.Keesee@us.army.mil. ADDRESSES: Mr. Buddy Keesee at (410) 278–6755 during normal business hours. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Army has decided to proceed with implementing the Preferred Alternative consistent with the analysis in the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) dated July 2007, supporting studies, and comments provided during normal FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Department of the Army AGENCY: 48997 E:\FR\FM\27AUN1.SGM 27AUN1 48998 Federal Register / Vol. 72, No. 165 / Monday, August 27, 2007 / Notices rmajette on PROD1PC64 with NOTICES comment and review periods. The Proposed Action includes construction, renovation, and operation of proposed facilities to accommodate incoming military missions at APG. To implement the BRAC recommendations, APG will be receiving personnel, equipment, and missions from various closure and realignment actions within the Department of Defense. To implement the BRAC Commission recommendations, the Army will provide the necessary facilities, buildings, and infrastructure to support incoming military missions and a net gain of about 4,400 people as mandated by the 2005 BRAC Commission’s recommendations at APG. The No Action Alternative would not meet the Army’s purpose and need for the Proposed Action as the BRAC realignment is required by Congress and needed for Army transformation to be effective. Special consideration was given to the effect of the Preferred Alternative on natural resources, cultural resources, and traffic. All practicable means to avoid or minimize environmental harm from the Preferred Alternative have been adopted. The Army will minimize effects on all environmental and socioeconomic resources by implementing best management practices as described in the EIS. Mitigation measures, as described in the ROD, will be implemented, subject to the availability of funding, to minimize, avoid, or compensate for the adverse effects identified in the EIS at APG for biological resources and cultural resources. The EIS also identifies transportation projects that could eliminate adverse impacts from implementing the Preferred Alternative. The ROD describes the disposition of these projects and the approach the Army will take to mitigate traffic concerns. The ROD states that implementing the Preferred Alternative reflects a proper balance between initiatives for protection of the environment, appropriate mitigation, and actions to achieve the Army’s requirements. An electronic version of the ROD is available for download at: https:// www.hqda.army.mil/acsim/brac/nepa_ eis_docs.htm. Dated: August 20, 2007. Addison D. Davis, IV, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army (Environment, Safety and Occupational Health). [FR Doc. 07–4191 Filed 8–24–07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3710–08–M VerDate Aug<31>2005 15:56 Aug 24, 2007 Jkt 211001 DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [No. DoD–2007–OS–0089] Proposed Collection; Comment Request Defense Logistics Agency, DoD. Notice. AGENCY: ACTION: In compliance with section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Defense Logistics Agency announces a proposed extension of a public information collection and seeks public comment on the provisions thereof. 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 shall have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the agency’s estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. DATES: Consideration will be given to all comments received by October 26, 2007. ADDRESSES: You may submit comments, identified by docket number and title, by any of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • Mail: Federal Docket Management System Office, 1160 Defense Pentagon, Washington, DC 20301–1160. Instructions: All submissions received must include the agency name, docket number and title for this Federal Register document. The general policy for comments and other submissions from members of the public is to make these submissions available for public viewing on the Internet at https:// www.regulations.gov as they are received without change, including any personal identifiers or contact information. To request more information on this proposed information collection or to obtain a copy of the proposal and associated collection instruments, please write to the Defense Logistics Agency, ATTN: Ms. Fran Mutschler, DDC J–3/J–4 TOT, 2001 Mission Drive, New Cumberland, PA 17070–5000, or call DDC at (717) 770–5040. Title and OMB Number: Defense Logistics Agency Survey of Supply FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Vendors; OMB Control Number 0704– 0429. Needs and Uses: The Defense Logisitics Agency (DLA) is transforming its distribution business practices. It is developing an automated system that will give it visibility on the location and movement of material originating at Government and contractor locations alike, and the ability to use that information for Corporate-wide planning and management. DLA needs to understand corresponding business practices of segments of the contractor community. The survey information will be used by DLA to help determine the extent to which shipments from contractor locations can be integrated into DLA’s distribution practices. Affected Public: Business or other forprofit. Annual Burden Hours: 200. Number of Respondents: 200. Responses Per Respondent: 1. Average Burden Per Response: 1 hour. Frequency: On occasion. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Summary of Information Collection Respondents are businesses who supply material to the Defense Logistics Agency in direct support of customer requirements or to be placed into stock for future requirements. The survey will seek information concerning each contractor’s demographics, order management practices, shipping practices, costs and pricing, and utilization of technology. Participation in the survey will be voluntary. Dated: August 21, 2007. Patricia L. Toppings, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. [FR Doc. 07–4182 Filed 8–24–07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 5001–06–M DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request AGENCY: Department of Education. SUMMARY: The IC Clearance Official, Regulatory Information Management Services, Office of Management invites comments on the submission for OMB review as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. DATES: Interested persons are invited to submit comments on or before September 26, 2007. ADDRESSES: Written comments should be addressed to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Attention: Education Desk Officer, Office of Management and Budget, 725 E:\FR\FM\27AUN1.SGM 27AUN1

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[Federal Register Volume 72, Number 165 (Monday, August 27, 2007)]
[Notices]
[Pages 48997-48998]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 07-4191]


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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Department of the Army


Notice of Availability of a Record of Decision (ROD) for Base 
Realignment and Closure Actions at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

AGENCY: Department of the Army, DoD.

ACTION: Record of Decision (ROD).

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SUMMARY: The Department of the Army announces the availability of a ROD 
which summarizes the decision for implementing realignment actions as 
directed by the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) Commission at 
Aberdeen Providing Ground (APG), Maryland.

ADDRESSES: To obtain copies of the ROD, contact Mr. Buddy Keesee at: 
Department of the Army, Directorate of Safety, Health, and Environment, 
Attention: IMNE-APG-SHE-R, Building 5650, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 
21005-5001; e-mail Buddy.Keesee@us.army.mil.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Buddy Keesee at (410) 278-6755 
during normal business hours.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Army has decided to proceed with 
implementing the Preferred Alternative consistent with the analysis in 
the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) dated July 2007, supporting 
studies, and comments provided during normal

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comment and review periods. The Proposed Action includes construction, 
renovation, and operation of proposed facilities to accommodate 
incoming military missions at APG. To implement the BRAC 
recommendations, APG will be receiving personnel, equipment, and 
missions from various closure and realignment actions within the 
Department of Defense. To implement the BRAC Commission 
recommendations, the Army will provide the necessary facilities, 
buildings, and infrastructure to support incoming military missions and 
a net gain of about 4,400 people as mandated by the 2005 BRAC 
Commission's recommendations at APG. The No Action Alternative would 
not meet the Army's purpose and need for the Proposed Action as the 
BRAC realignment is required by Congress and needed for Army 
transformation to be effective.
    Special consideration was given to the effect of the Preferred 
Alternative on natural resources, cultural resources, and traffic. All 
practicable means to avoid or minimize environmental harm from the 
Preferred Alternative have been adopted. The Army will minimize effects 
on all environmental and socioeconomic resources by implementing best 
management practices as described in the EIS. Mitigation measures, as 
described in the ROD, will be implemented, subject to the availability 
of funding, to minimize, avoid, or compensate for the adverse effects 
identified in the EIS at APG for biological resources and cultural 
resources. The EIS also identifies transportation projects that could 
eliminate adverse impacts from implementing the Preferred Alternative. 
The ROD describes the disposition of these projects and the approach 
the Army will take to mitigate traffic concerns.
    The ROD states that implementing the Preferred Alternative reflects 
a proper balance between initiatives for protection of the environment, 
appropriate mitigation, and actions to achieve the Army's requirements.
    An electronic version of the ROD is available for download at: 
https://www.hqda.army.mil/acsim/brac/nepa_eis_docs.htm.

    Dated: August 20, 2007.
Addison D. Davis, IV,
Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army (Environment, Safety and 
Occupational Health).
[FR Doc. 07-4191 Filed 8-24-07; 8:45 am]
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