Wireless Telecommunications Bureau Grants Extension of Time To File Comments on CTIA's Petition for Declaratory Ruling Regarding Wireless Facilities Siting, 54805-54807 [E8-22311]

Download as PDF jlentini on PROD1PC65 with NOTICES Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 185 / Tuesday, September 23, 2008 / Notices Centrifugal); Wisconsin Knife Works; and Wrought Washer Mfg., Inc. The settlement requires the settling parties to reimburse the U.S. EPA Hazardous Substance Superfund $190,000 of U.S. EPA’s costs of $194,269 incurred as of January 31, 2008. The settlement includes a covenant not to sue the settling parties pursuant to Section 107(a) of CERCLA, 42 U.S.C. 9607(a). For thirty (30) days following the date of publication of this notice, the Agency will receive written comments relating to the settlement. The Agency will consider all comments received and may modify or withdraw its consent to the settlement if comments received disclose facts or considerations which indicate that the settlement is inappropriate, improper, or inadequate. 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AGENCY: SUMMARY: In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) finds that a short period of additional time will permit all interested parties to file more thorough and thoughtful comments on a July 11, 2008 petition for Declaratory Ruling (Petition) filed by CTIA—The Wireless Association (CTIA). In its Petition, CTIA asked the Commission to clarify the provisions of section 332(c)(7)(B)(v) of the Communications Act, as amended, that CTIA contends are ambiguous and that have been unreasonably interpreted. CTIA further requested that the Commission preempt local ordinances and state laws that it believes violate section 253(a) of the Communications Act, as amended. The Commission states that an extension of time for comments and reply comments should lead to a more complete and better-informed record, and thus, it finds that good cause exists to provide all parties an extension of time for filing comments and reply comments on the Petition. DATES: Interested parties may file comments on or before September 29, PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 54805 2008, and reply comments on or before October 14, 2008. ADDRESSES: You may submit comments, identified by WT Docket No. 08–165, by any of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • Federal Communications Commission’s Web Site: https:// www.fcc.gov/cgb/ecfs/. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • Mail: Filings can be sent by hand or messenger delivery, by commercial overnight courier, or by first-class or overnight U.S. Postal Service mail (although we continue to experience delays in receiving U.S. Postal Service mail). All filings must be addressed to the Commission’s Secretary, Office of the Secretary, Federal Communications Commission. • People with Disabilities: Contact the FCC to request reasonable accommodations (accessible format documents, sign language interpreters, CART, etc.) by e-mail: FCC504@fcc.gov or phone: 202–418–0530 or TTY: 202– 418–0432. For detailed instructions for submitting comments and additional information on the rulemaking process, see the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section of this document. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Michael Rowan, Spectrum and Competition Policy Division, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau at (202) 418–1883 or Michael.Rowan@fcc.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This is a summary of the Commission’s public notice released on September 10, 2008. The full text of the public notice is available for public inspection and copying during business hours in the FCC Reference Information Center, Portals II, 445 12th Street, SW., Room CY–A257, Washington, DC 20554. It also may be purchased from the Commission’s duplicating contractor at Portals II, 445 12th Street, SW., Room CY–B402, Washington, DC 20554; the contractor’s Web site, https:// www.bcpiweb.com; or by calling (800) 378–3160, facsimile (202) 488–5563, or e-mail FCC@BCPIWEB.com. Copies of the public notice also may be obtained via the Commission’s Electronic Comment Filing System (ECFS) by entering the docket number, WT Docket No. 08–165. Additionally, the complete item is available on the Federal Communications Commission’s Web site at https://www.fcc.gov. On July 11, 2008, CTIA filed its Petition requesting that the Commission issue a Declaratory Ruling clarifying provisions of the Communications Act E:\FR\FM\23SEN1.SGM 23SEN1 54806 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 185 / Tuesday, September 23, 2008 / Notices jlentini on PROD1PC65 with NOTICES of 1934, as amended (Communications Act) regarding state and local review of wireless facility siting applications.1 Specifically, CTIA asks the Commission to ‘‘resolve open questions regarding the time frames in which zoning authorities must act on siting requests, the importance of competitive entry by multiple providers in each market, and the impropriety of unduly burdensome requirements imposed on wireless providers but not on other entities.’’ 2 On August 14, 2008, the Commission established a pleading cycle for comments on the CTIA Petition.3 The current deadline for comments is September 15, 2008, and the current deadline for reply comments is September 29, 2008. On August 22, 2008, Montgomery County, Maryland (Montgomery County) filed a Motion for Extension of Time. On August 25, 2008, the National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (NATOA), the National Association of Counties, the National League of Cities, and the United States Conference of Mayors (collectively Associations) filed a motion to extend the time for filing comments and reply comments. On August 26, 2008, the Greater Metro Telecommunications Consortium and Rainier Communications Commission filed an amended motion to extend the time for filing comments and reply comments. Each of the motions requests a comment period of 90 days and a reply comment period of 45 days. On August 26, 2008, CTIA filed an Opposition to Motions for Extension of Time that addresses these three motions. On August 29, 2008, Montgomery County, Maryland filed a Reply to CTIA’s opposition to the motions for extension of time. On September 8, 2008, the cities of Bar Harbor Islands, Cutler Bay, Hollywood, Homestead, Miramar, Sunrise, and Weston (collectively Florida Cities) filed a Motion for Extension of Time seeking an additional 30 days to file their comments. Also on September 8, 2008, the Airports Council International-North America (ACI–NA) filed a motion to 1 In the Matter of Petition for Declaratory Ruling to Clarify Provisions of section 332(c)(7)(B) to Ensure Timely Siting Review and to Preempt under section 253 State and Local Ordinances that Classify All Wireless Siting Proposals as Requiring a Variance, Petition for Declaratory Ruling, WT Docket No. 08–165, filed July 11, 2008 (Petition). 2 Id. at ii. 3 See Wireless Telecommunications Bureau Seeks Comment on Petition for Declaratory Ruling by CTIA—The Wireless Association to Clarify Provisions of Section 332(c)(7)(B) to Ensure Timely Siting Review and to Preempt Under Section 253 State and Local Ordinances that Classify All Wireless Siting Proposals as Requiring a Variance, Public Notice, 23 FCC Rcd 12198 (2008). VerDate Aug<31>2005 16:54 Sep 22, 2008 Jkt 214001 extend the time for filing comments and reply comments by 30 days and 15 days, respectively. In support of their motions, Montgomery County and the Associations note that NATOA’s annual conference takes place immediately after initial comments are due, and that many attendees are involved in the processes that the petition addresses. In addition, the Associations explain that the current deadline does not allow enough time for them to complete an analysis and provide comments on the complex legal and factual issues raised by CTIA’s Petition. The Associations also indicate that they need additional time to identify local governments that the Petition alleges to have engaged in certain conduct and to address those allegations. Montgomery County further states that given that the petition rests on factual assertions, and that the petition seeks to change how sections 332 and 253 of the Communications Act 4 have been applied for the last twelve years, it is important to allow sufficient time for local governments to provide reasonable responses. Florida Cities ask for an extension of time to file their comments due to the effects that Hurricane Ike is likely to have on them. ACI–NA also contends that granting an extension will not harm or otherwise prejudice the Commission or any interested party. In its Opposition, CTIA asserts that the comment dates provide adequate time for parties, and that the motions do not provide an adequate rationale for an extension. The Commission notes its policy that extensions of time shall not be routinely granted. The Commission finds that the moving parties have not established good cause for the full extensions that they request, but it states that a short period of additional time will permit all interested parties to file more thorough and thoughtful comments, which should lead to a more complete and better-informed record. The Commission thus finds that good cause exists to provide all parties an extension of time from September 15, 2008 to September 29, 2008 for filing comments in this proceeding and from September 30, 2008 to October 14, 2008 for filing reply comments in this proceeding. This proceeding has been designated as a ‘‘permit-but-disclose’’ proceeding in accordance with the Commission’s ex parte rules.5 Parties making oral ex parte presentations in this proceeding are reminded that memoranda summarizing the presentation must contain the presentation’s substance and 4 47 U.S.C. 332, 253. 47 CFR 1.1200(a), 1.1206. 5 See PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 not merely list the subjects discussed.6 More than a one-or two-sentence description of the views and arguments presented is generally required.7 Pursuant to §§ 1.415 and 1.419 of the Commission’s rules, 47 CFR 1.415 and 1.419, interested parties may file comments and reply comments on or before the dates indicated on the first page of this document. Comments may be filed using: (1) The Commission’s Electronic Comment Filing System (ECFS), (2) the Federal Government’s eRulemaking Portal, or (3) by filing paper copies. See Electronic Filing of Documents in Rulemaking Proceedings, 63 FR 24121 (May 1, 1998). • Electronic Filers: Comments may be filed electronically using the Internet by accessing the ECFS: https://www.fcc.gov/ cgb/ecfs/ or the Federal eRulemaking Portal: https://www.regulations.gov. Filers should follow the instructions provided on the Web site for submitting comments. • For ECFS filers, if multiple docket or rulemaking numbers appear in the caption of this proceeding, filers must transmit one electronic copy of the comments for each docket or rulemaking number referenced in the caption. In completing the transmittal screen, filers should include their full name, U.S. Postal Service mailing address, and the applicable docket or rulemaking number. Parties may also submit an electronic comment by Internet e-mail. To get filing instructions, filers should send an email to ecfs@fcc.gov, and include the following words in the body of the message, ‘‘get form.’’ A sample form and directions will be sent in response. • Paper Filers: Parties who choose to file by paper must file an original and four copies of each filing. If more than one docket or rulemaking number appears in the caption of this proceeding, filers must submit two additional copies for each additional docket or rulemaking number. Filings can be sent by hand or messenger delivery, by commercial overnight courier, or by first-class or overnight U.S. Postal Service mail (although we continue to experience delays in receiving U.S. Postal Service mail). All filings must be addressed to the Commission’s Secretary, Office of the Secretary, Federal Communications Commission. 6 See Commission Emphasizes the Public’s Responsibilities in Permit-But-Disclose Proceedings, Public Notice, 15 FCC Rcd 19945 (2000). 7 See 47 CFR 1.1206(b)(2). Other rules pertaining to oral and written presentations are also set forth in 1.1206(b). See 47 CFR 1.1206(b). E:\FR\FM\23SEN1.SGM 23SEN1 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 185 / Tuesday, September 23, 2008 / Notices • The Commission’s contractor will receive hand-delivered or messengerdelivered paper filings for the Commission’s Secretary at 236 Massachusetts Avenue, NE., Suite 110, Washington, DC 20002. The filing hours at this location are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. All hand deliveries must be held together with rubber bands or fasteners. Any envelopes must be disposed of before entering the building. • Commercial overnight mail (other than U.S. Postal Service Express Mail and Priority Mail) must be sent to 9300 East Hampton Drive, Capitol Heights, MD 20743. • U.S. Postal Service first-class, Express, and Priority mail must be addressed to 445 12th Street, SW., Washington DC 20554. People with Disabilities: To request materials in accessible formats for people with disabilities (braille, large print, electronic files, audio format), send an e-mail to fcc504@fcc.gov or call the Consumer & Governmental Affairs Bureau at 202–418–0530 (voice), 202– 418–0432 (tty). Parties shall send one copy of their comments and reply comments to Best Copy and Printing, Inc., Portals II, 445 12th Street, SW., Room CY–B402, Washington, DC 20554, (800) 378–3160, e-mail FCC@BCPIWEB.com. Comments filed in response to this public notice will be available for public inspection and copying during business hours in the FCC Reference Information Center, Portals II, 445 12th Street SW., Room CY–A257, Washington, DC 20554, and via the Commission’s Electronic Comment Filing System (ECFS) by entering the docket number, WT Docket No. 08–165. The comments may also be purchased from Best Copy and Printing, Inc., telephone (800) 378–3160, facsimile (202) 488–5563, or e-mail FCC@BCPIWEB.com. Federal Communications Commission. James D. Schlichting, Acting Chief, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau. [FR Doc. E8–22311 Filed 9–22–08; 8:45 am] jlentini on PROD1PC65 with NOTICES BILLING CODE 6712–01–P VerDate Aug<31>2005 16:54 Sep 22, 2008 Jkt 214001 DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Office of the Comptroller of the Currency FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request AGENCIES: Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), Treasury; Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (Board); and Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). ACTION: Joint notice and request for comment. SUMMARY: In accordance with the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. chapter 35), the OCC, the Board, and the FDIC (the ‘‘agencies’’) may not conduct or sponsor, and the respondent is not required to respond to, an information collection unless it displays a currently valid Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number. The Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC), of which the agencies are members, has approved the agencies’ publication for public comment of a proposal to extend, with revision, the Consolidated Reports of Condition and Income (Call Report), which are currently approved collections of information. At the end of the comment period, the comments and recommendations received will be analyzed to determine the extent to which the FFIEC and the agencies should modify the proposed revisions prior to giving final approval. The agencies will then submit the revisions to OMB for review and approval. DATES: Comments must be submitted on or before November 24, 2008. ADDRESSES: Interested parties are invited to submit written comments to any or all of the agencies. All comments, which should refer to the OMB control number(s), will be shared among the agencies. OCC: You should direct all written comments to: Communications Division, Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, Public Information Room, Mailstop 1–5, Attention: 1557–0081, 250 E Street, SW., Washington, DC 20219. In addition, comments may be sent by fax to (202) 874–4448, or by electronic mail to regs.comments@occ.treas.gov. For security reasons, the OCC requires that visitors make an appointment to inspect PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 54807 comments. You may do so by calling (202) 874–5043. Upon arrival, visitors will be required to present valid government-issued photo identification and submit to security screening in order to inspect and photocopy comments. Board: You may submit comments, which should refer to ‘‘Consolidated Reports of Condition and Income, 7100– 0036,’’ by any of the following methods: • Agency Web Site: https:// www.federalreserve.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments on the https://www.federalreserve.gov/ generalinfo/foia/ProposedRegs.cfm. • Federal eRulemaking Portal: https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • E-mail: regs.comments@federalreserve.gov. Include docket number in the subject line of the message. • Fax: 202–452–3819 or 202–452– 3102. • Mail: Jennifer J. Johnson, Secretary, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, 20th Street and Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20551. All public comments are available from the Board’s Web site at https://www.federalreserve.gov/ generalinfo/foia/ProposedRegs.cfm as submitted, unless modified for technical reasons. Accordingly, your comments will not be edited to remove any identifying or contact information. Public comments may also be viewed electronically or in paper in Room MP– 500 of the Board’s Martin Building (20th and C Streets, NW.) between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. on weekdays. FDIC: You may submit comments, which should refer to ‘‘Consolidated Reports of Condition and Income, 3064– 0052,’’ by any of the following methods: • Agency Web Site: https:// www.fdic.gov/regulations/laws/federal/ propose.html. Follow the instructions for submitting comments on the FDIC Web site. • Federal eRulemaking Portal: https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • E-mail: comments@FDIC.gov. Include ‘‘Consolidated Reports of Condition and Income, 3064–0052’’ in the subject line of the message. • Mail: Herbert J. 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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

[DA 08-2070; WT Docket No. 08-165]


Wireless Telecommunications Bureau Grants Extension of Time To 
File Comments on CTIA's Petition for Declaratory Ruling Regarding 
Wireless Facilities Siting

AGENCY: Federal Communications Commission.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: In this document, the Federal Communications Commission 
(Commission) finds that a short period of additional time will permit 
all interested parties to file more thorough and thoughtful comments on 
a July 11, 2008 petition for Declaratory Ruling (Petition) filed by 
CTIA--The Wireless Association (CTIA). In its Petition, CTIA asked the 
Commission to clarify the provisions of section 332(c)(7)(B)(v) of the 
Communications Act, as amended, that CTIA contends are ambiguous and 
that have been unreasonably interpreted. CTIA further requested that 
the Commission preempt local ordinances and state laws that it believes 
violate section 253(a) of the Communications Act, as amended. The 
Commission states that an extension of time for comments and reply 
comments should lead to a more complete and better-informed record, and 
thus, it finds that good cause exists to provide all parties an 
extension of time for filing comments and reply comments on the 
Petition.

DATES: Interested parties may file comments on or before September 29, 
2008, and reply comments on or before October 14, 2008.

ADDRESSES: You may submit comments, identified by WT Docket No. 08-165, 
by any of the following methods:
     Federal eRulemaking Portal: https://www.regulations.gov. 
Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
     Federal Communications Commission's Web Site: https://
www.fcc.gov/cgb/ecfs/. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
     Mail: Filings can be sent by hand or messenger delivery, 
by commercial overnight courier, or by first-class or overnight U.S. 
Postal Service mail (although we continue to experience delays in 
receiving U.S. Postal Service mail). All filings must be addressed to 
the Commission's Secretary, Office of the Secretary, Federal 
Communications Commission.
     People with Disabilities: Contact the FCC to request 
reasonable accommodations (accessible format documents, sign language 
interpreters, CART, etc.) by e-mail: FCC504@fcc.gov or phone: 202-418-
0530 or TTY: 202-418-0432.

For detailed instructions for submitting comments and additional 
information on the rulemaking process, see the SUPPLEMENTARY 
INFORMATION section of this document.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Michael Rowan, Spectrum and 
Competition Policy Division, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau at 
(202) 418-1883 or Michael.Rowan@fcc.gov.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This is a summary of the Commission's public 
notice released on September 10, 2008. The full text of the public 
notice is available for public inspection and copying during business 
hours in the FCC Reference Information Center, Portals II, 445 12th 
Street, SW., Room CY-A257, Washington, DC 20554. It also may be 
purchased from the Commission's duplicating contractor at Portals II, 
445 12th Street, SW., Room CY-B402, Washington, DC 20554; the 
contractor's Web site, https://www.bcpiweb.com; or by calling (800) 378-
3160, facsimile (202) 488-5563, or e-mail FCC@BCPIWEB.com. Copies of 
the public notice also may be obtained via the Commission's Electronic 
Comment Filing System (ECFS) by entering the docket number, WT Docket 
No. 08-165. Additionally, the complete item is available on the Federal 
Communications Commission's Web site at https://www.fcc.gov.
    On July 11, 2008, CTIA filed its Petition requesting that the 
Commission issue a Declaratory Ruling clarifying provisions of the 
Communications Act

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of 1934, as amended (Communications Act) regarding state and local 
review of wireless facility siting applications.\1\ Specifically, CTIA 
asks the Commission to ``resolve open questions regarding the time 
frames in which zoning authorities must act on siting requests, the 
importance of competitive entry by multiple providers in each market, 
and the impropriety of unduly burdensome requirements imposed on 
wireless providers but not on other entities.'' \2\ On August 14, 2008, 
the Commission established a pleading cycle for comments on the CTIA 
Petition.\3\ The current deadline for comments is September 15, 2008, 
and the current deadline for reply comments is September 29, 2008.
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    \1\ In the Matter of Petition for Declaratory Ruling to Clarify 
Provisions of section 332(c)(7)(B) to Ensure Timely Siting Review 
and to Preempt under section 253 State and Local Ordinances that 
Classify All Wireless Siting Proposals as Requiring a Variance, 
Petition for Declaratory Ruling, WT Docket No. 08-165, filed July 
11, 2008 (Petition).
    \2\ Id. at ii.
    \3\ See Wireless Telecommunications Bureau Seeks Comment on 
Petition for Declaratory Ruling by CTIA--The Wireless Association to 
Clarify Provisions of Section 332(c)(7)(B) to Ensure Timely Siting 
Review and to Preempt Under Section 253 State and Local Ordinances 
that Classify All Wireless Siting Proposals as Requiring a Variance, 
Public Notice, 23 FCC Rcd 12198 (2008).
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    On August 22, 2008, Montgomery County, Maryland (Montgomery County) 
filed a Motion for Extension of Time. On August 25, 2008, the National 
Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (NATOA), the 
National Association of Counties, the National League of Cities, and 
the United States Conference of Mayors (collectively Associations) 
filed a motion to extend the time for filing comments and reply 
comments. On August 26, 2008, the Greater Metro Telecommunications 
Consortium and Rainier Communications Commission filed an amended 
motion to extend the time for filing comments and reply comments. Each 
of the motions requests a comment period of 90 days and a reply comment 
period of 45 days. On August 26, 2008, CTIA filed an Opposition to 
Motions for Extension of Time that addresses these three motions. On 
August 29, 2008, Montgomery County, Maryland filed a Reply to CTIA's 
opposition to the motions for extension of time. On September 8, 2008, 
the cities of Bar Harbor Islands, Cutler Bay, Hollywood, Homestead, 
Miramar, Sunrise, and Weston (collectively Florida Cities) filed a 
Motion for Extension of Time seeking an additional 30 days to file 
their comments. Also on September 8, 2008, the Airports Council 
International-North America (ACI-NA) filed a motion to extend the time 
for filing comments and reply comments by 30 days and 15 days, 
respectively.
    In support of their motions, Montgomery County and the Associations 
note that NATOA's annual conference takes place immediately after 
initial comments are due, and that many attendees are involved in the 
processes that the petition addresses. In addition, the Associations 
explain that the current deadline does not allow enough time for them 
to complete an analysis and provide comments on the complex legal and 
factual issues raised by CTIA's Petition. The Associations also 
indicate that they need additional time to identify local governments 
that the Petition alleges to have engaged in certain conduct and to 
address those allegations. Montgomery County further states that given 
that the petition rests on factual assertions, and that the petition 
seeks to change how sections 332 and 253 of the Communications Act \4\ 
have been applied for the last twelve years, it is important to allow 
sufficient time for local governments to provide reasonable responses. 
Florida Cities ask for an extension of time to file their comments due 
to the effects that Hurricane Ike is likely to have on them. ACI-NA 
also contends that granting an extension will not harm or otherwise 
prejudice the Commission or any interested party. In its Opposition, 
CTIA asserts that the comment dates provide adequate time for parties, 
and that the motions do not provide an adequate rationale for an 
extension.
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    \4\ 47 U.S.C. 332, 253.
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    The Commission notes its policy that extensions of time shall not 
be routinely granted. The Commission finds that the moving parties have 
not established good cause for the full extensions that they request, 
but it states that a short period of additional time will permit all 
interested parties to file more thorough and thoughtful comments, which 
should lead to a more complete and better-informed record. The 
Commission thus finds that good cause exists to provide all parties an 
extension of time from September 15, 2008 to September 29, 2008 for 
filing comments in this proceeding and from September 30, 2008 to 
October 14, 2008 for filing reply comments in this proceeding.
    This proceeding has been designated as a ``permit-but-disclose'' 
proceeding in accordance with the Commission's ex parte rules.\5\ 
Parties making oral ex parte presentations in this proceeding are 
reminded that memoranda summarizing the presentation must contain the 
presentation's substance and not merely list the subjects discussed.\6\ 
More than a one-or two-sentence description of the views and arguments 
presented is generally required.\7\
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    \5\ See 47 CFR 1.1200(a), 1.1206.
    \6\ See Commission Emphasizes the Public's Responsibilities in 
Permit-But-Disclose Proceedings, Public Notice, 15 FCC Rcd 19945 
(2000).
    \7\ See 47 CFR 1.1206(b)(2). Other rules pertaining to oral and 
written presentations are also set forth in 1.1206(b). See 47 CFR 
1.1206(b).
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    Pursuant to Sec. Sec.  1.415 and 1.419 of the Commission's rules, 
47 CFR 1.415 and 1.419, interested parties may file comments and reply 
comments on or before the dates indicated on the first page of this 
document. Comments may be filed using: (1) The Commission's Electronic 
Comment Filing System (ECFS), (2) the Federal Government's eRulemaking 
Portal, or (3) by filing paper copies. See Electronic Filing of 
Documents in Rulemaking Proceedings, 63 FR 24121 (May 1, 1998).
     Electronic Filers: Comments may be filed electronically 
using the Internet by accessing the ECFS: https://www.fcc.gov/cgb/ecfs/ or the Federal eRulemaking Portal: https://www.regulations.gov. Filers 
should follow the instructions provided on the Web site for submitting 
comments.
     For ECFS filers, if multiple docket or rulemaking numbers 
appear in the caption of this proceeding, filers must transmit one 
electronic copy of the comments for each docket or rulemaking number 
referenced in the caption. In completing the transmittal screen, filers 
should include their full name, U.S. Postal Service mailing address, 
and the applicable docket or rulemaking number. Parties may also submit 
an electronic comment by Internet e-mail. To get filing instructions, 
filers should send an e-mail to ecfs@fcc.gov, and include the following 
words in the body of the message, ``get form.'' A sample form and 
directions will be sent in response.
     Paper Filers: Parties who choose to file by paper must 
file an original and four copies of each filing. If more than one 
docket or rulemaking number appears in the caption of this proceeding, 
filers must submit two additional copies for each additional docket or 
rulemaking number.
    Filings can be sent by hand or messenger delivery, by commercial 
overnight courier, or by first-class or overnight U.S. Postal Service 
mail (although we continue to experience delays in receiving U.S. 
Postal Service mail). All filings must be addressed to the Commission's 
Secretary, Office of the Secretary, Federal Communications Commission.

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     The Commission's contractor will receive hand-delivered or 
messenger-delivered paper filings for the Commission's Secretary at 236 
Massachusetts Avenue, NE., Suite 110, Washington, DC 20002. The filing 
hours at this location are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. All hand deliveries must be 
held together with rubber bands or fasteners. Any envelopes must be 
disposed of before entering the building.
     Commercial overnight mail (other than U.S. Postal Service 
Express Mail and Priority Mail) must be sent to 9300 East Hampton 
Drive, Capitol Heights, MD 20743.
     U.S. Postal Service first-class, Express, and Priority 
mail must be addressed to 445 12th Street, SW., Washington DC 20554.
    People with Disabilities: To request materials in accessible 
formats for people with disabilities (braille, large print, electronic 
files, audio format), send an e-mail to fcc504@fcc.gov or call the 
Consumer & Governmental Affairs Bureau at 202-418-0530 (voice), 202-
418-0432 (tty).
    Parties shall send one copy of their comments and reply comments to 
Best Copy and Printing, Inc., Portals II, 445 12th Street, SW., Room 
CY-B402, Washington, DC 20554, (800) 378-3160, e-mail FCC@BCPIWEB.com. 
Comments filed in response to this public notice will be available for 
public inspection and copying during business hours in the FCC 
Reference Information Center, Portals II, 445 12th Street SW., Room CY-
A257, Washington, DC 20554, and via the Commission's Electronic Comment 
Filing System (ECFS) by entering the docket number, WT Docket No. 08-
165. The comments may also be purchased from Best Copy and Printing, 
Inc., telephone (800) 378-3160, facsimile (202) 488-5563, or e-mail 
FCC@BCPIWEB.com.

Federal Communications Commission.
James D. Schlichting,
Acting Chief, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau.
[FR Doc. E8-22311 Filed 9-22-08; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 6712-01-P
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