Great Lakes Pilotage Advisory Committee, 24505-24506 [2011-10512]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 84 / Monday, May 2, 2011 / Notices Second Street, SW., Stop 7126, Washington, DC 20593–0001 or Mr. Kevin Pekarek, Assistant Designated Federal Officer of NOSAC, Commandant (CG–5222), U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street, SW., Stop 7126, Washington, DC 20593–0001; telephone (202) 372–1386, fax (202) 372–1926. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Notice of this meeting is given under the Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C. App. (Pub. L. 92–463). The National Offshore Safety Advisory Committee (NOSAC) provides advice to the Secretary of Homeland Security, and the Commandant of the Coast Guard on matters pertaining to and related to safety of operations and other matters affecting the oil and gas offshore industry. mstockstill on DSKH9S0YB1PROD with NOTICES6 Agenda The NOSAC will meet, review and discuss reports and recommendations received from the Medical Evacuation of Injured Divers subcommittee and the Standards for Offshore Supply Vessels greater than 6,000 GT ITC. The Committee will then use this information to formulate recommendations to the agency. A complete agenda is as follows: (1) Roll call of committee members and determination of a quorum. (2) Approval of minutes from the February 9, 2011 meeting. (3) Committee Administration. a. Introduction of new members. b. Recommendations for Chairman and Vice Chairman. c. Discussion of Committee By-Laws. d. DFO announcements. (4) Presentation and discussion of reports and recommendations from the subcommittees on: a. Medical Evacuation of Injured Divers. b. Standards for Offshore Supply Vessels greater than 6,000 GT ITC. (5) Establishment of a subcommittee to work on the task of reviewing the various recommendations from the Mississippi Canyon Block 252 marine casualty reports. (6) Establishment of a sub-committee to evaluate current CG requirements for an Offshore Installation Manager and to make recommendations on same. (7) Update from other interagency organizations; Bureau of Ocean Energy Management Regulation and Enforcement and OSHA. (8) Discussion on the CG’s efforts to develop a policy related to the implementation of the new Advanced Notice of Arrival regulations for the Outer Continental Shelf. (9) Discussion on the CG’s collection of information effort relating to Section 703 of the Coast Guard Authorization Act— Improvements to Reduce Human Error and Near Miss Incidents. (10) Updates on International Maritime Organization (IMO) activities of interest to VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:48 Apr 29, 2011 Jkt 223001 the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) community. (11) Presentation on the Q4000 Marine Casualty and associated ‘‘near miss.’’ (12) Period for public comment. (13) Adjournment of meeting. A copy of each report is available at the https://www.fido.gov Web site or by contacting Kevin Y. Pekarek. Use ‘‘code 68’’ to identify NOSAC when accessing this material. Once you have accessed the Committee page, click on the meetings tab and then the ‘‘View’’ button for the meeting dated May 19, 2011 to access the information for this meeting. Minutes will be available 90 days after this meeting. Both minutes and documents applicable for this meeting can also be found at an alternative site using the following web address: https://homeport.uscg.mil and use these key strokes: Missions>Port and Waterways>Safety Advisory Committee>NOSAC and then use the event key. The meeting will be recorded by a court reporter. A transcript of the meeting and any material presented at the meeting will be made available through the https://www.fido.gov Web site. The committee will review the information presented on each issue, deliberate on any recommendations presented in the subcommittees’ reports, and formulate recommendations for the Department’s consideration. The committee will also receive tasking from CDR Patrick Clark, Designated Federal Officer, on evaluating the various recommendations from the Mississippi Canyon Block 252 marine casualty reports and evaluating current CG requirements for an Offshore Installation Manager and to make recommendations on same. Dated: April 25, 2011. J.G. Lantz, Director of Commercial Regulations and Standards. [FR Doc. 2011–10515 Filed 4–29–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9110–04–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard [USCG–2011–0338] Great Lakes Pilotage Advisory Committee Coast Guard, DHS. Committee Management; Notice of Federal Advisory Committee Meeting. AGENCY: ACTION: The Great Lakes Pilotage Advisory Committee (GLPAC) will meet SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00049 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 24505 on May 20, 2011, in Washington, District of Columbia. The meeting will be open to the public. DATES: GLPAC will meet on Friday, May 20, 2011, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please note the meeting may close early if the committee completes its business. Written material and requests to make oral presentations or to have a copy of your material distributed to each member of the committee should reach us on or before May 16, 2011. ADDRESSES: The meeting will be held at Coast Guard Headquarters, 2100 2nd Street Southwest, Washington, District of Columbia 20593, in conference room 51309. All visitors to Coast Guard Headquarters will have to pre-register to be admitted to the building. Please provide your name, telephone number and organization by close of business on May 16, 2011, to the contact person listed in FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT below. Additionally, all visitors to Coast Guard Headquarters must produce valid photo identification for access to the facility. For information on facilities or services for individuals with disabilities or to request special assistance at the meeting, contact Mr. David Dean as soon as possible. To facilitate public participation, we are inviting public comment on the issues to be considered by the committee as listed in the ‘‘Agenda’’ section below. Comments must be submitted in writing no later than May 16, 2011, and must be identified by [USCG–2011–0338] and may be submitted by one of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • E-mail: David.J.Dean@uscg.mil. Include the docket number in the subject line of the message. • Fax: (202)372–1909. • Mail: Commandant (Cg-5522,) Attn: GLPAC ADFO, US Coast Guard, 2100 2nd St., SW., Stop 7580, Washington, DC 20593–7580. Instructions: All submissions received must include the words ‘‘Department of Homeland Security’’ and the docket number for this action. Comments received will be posted without alteration at https://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information provided. Docket: For access to the docket to read documents or comments related to this notice, go to https:// www.regulations.gov. A public comment period will be held during the meeting on May 20, 2011, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., and speakers E:\FR\FM\02MYN1.SGM 02MYN1 24506 Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 84 / Monday, May 2, 2011 / Notices mstockstill on DSKH9S0YB1PROD with NOTICES6 are requested to limit their comments to 5 minutes. Please note that the public comment period may end before the time indicated, following the last call for comments. Contact the individual listed below to register as a speaker. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. David Dean, GLPAC Assistant Designated Federal Officer (ADFO), Commandant (CG–5522), U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters, 2100 Second Street, SW., Stop 7580, Washington, DC 20593–7580; telephone 202–372–1533, fax 202–372–1909, or e-mail at David.J.Dean@uscg.mil. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Notice of this meeting is given under the Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C. App. (Pub. L. 92–463). It was established under the authority of 46 U.S.C. 9307, and advises the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Coast Guard on Great Lakes pilot registration, operating requirements, training policies, and pilotage rates and other matters relating to Great Lakes pilotage. GLPAC expects to meet twice per year but may also meet at other times at the call of the Secretary. Further information about GLPAC is available by searching on ‘‘Great Lakes Pilotage Advisory Committee’’ at https:// www.fido.gov/facadatabase/. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Agenda The GLPAC will meet to review, discuss and formulate recommendations on the following issues: Old Business: Discussion of bridge hour analysis that reflects the actual pilotage time on task including bridge hours, standby time, travel time and delay/detention time using historical traffic records. New Business: Review of bridge hour calculations, a measure of pilotage hours and a key factor in determining pilotage rates; Review of the methodology used to determine annual pilotage rates; Implementation of a 2010 GLPAC recommendation to modify the methodology for reviewing pilotage rates every fifth year so that it can be applied on a partial basis to recognize major expenses incurred between fifth year reviews; Discussion of the future role of the Great Lakes Pilotage Electronic Management System, as well as the current uses of the software for dispatching and billing. Background and Purpose As part of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, Congress passed the Oil Terminal and Oil Tanker Environmental Oversight and Monitoring Act of 1990 (the Act), 33 U.S.C. 2732, to foster a long-term partnership among industry, government, and local communities in overseeing compliance with environmental concerns in the operation of crude oil terminals and oil tankers. On October 18, 1991, the President delegated his authority under 33 U.S.C. 2732(o) to the Secretary of Transportation in Executive Order 12777, section 8(g) (see 56 FR 54757; October 22, 1991) for purposes of certifying advisory councils, or groups, subject to the Act. On March 3, 1992, the Secretary redelegated that authority to the Commandant of the USCG (see 57 FR 8582; March 11, 1992). The Commandant redelegated that authority to the Chief, Office of Marine Safety, Security and Environmental Protection (G–M) on March 19, 1992 (letter #5402). On July 7, 1993, the USCG published a policy statement, 58 FR 36504, to clarify the factors that shall be considered in making the determination as to whether advisory councils, or groups, should be certified in accordance with the Act. Dated: April 26, 2011. Dana A. Goward, Director Marine Transportation Systems Management, U.S. Coast Guard. [FR Doc. 2011–10512 Filed 4–29–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9110–04–P VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:48 Apr 29, 2011 Jkt 223001 Coast Guard [Docket No. USCG–2011–0142] Prince William Sound Regional Citizens’ Advisory Council (PWSRCAC) Charter Renewal Coast Guard, DHS. Notice of recertification. AGENCY: ACTION: The purpose of this notice is to inform the public that the Coast Guard has recertified the Prince William Sound Regional Citizens’ Advisory Council (PWSRCAC) as an alternative voluntary advisory group for Prince William Sound, Alaska. This certification allows the PWSRCAC to monitor the activities of terminal facilities and crude oil tankers under the Prince William Sound Program established by statute. DATES: This recertification is effective for the period from March 1st, 2011 through February 29, 2012. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: LCDR Michael Franklin, Seventeenth Coast Guard District (dpi); Telephone (907)463–2821, e-mail Michael.R.Franklin@uscg.mil. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00050 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 The Assistant Commandant for Marine Safety and Environmental Protection (G–M), redelegated recertification authority for advisory councils, or groups, to the Commander, Seventeenth Coast Guard District on February 26, 1999 (letter #16450). On September 16, 2002, the USCG published a policy statement, 67 FR 58440, that changed the recertification procedures such that applicants are required to provide the USCG with comprehensive information every three years (triennially). For each of the two years between the triennial application procedure, applicants submit a letter requesting recertification that includes a description of any substantive changes to the information provided at the previous triennial recertification. Further, public comment is not solicited prior to recertification during streamlined years, only during the triennial comprehensive review. The Alyeska Pipeline Service Company pays the PWSRCAC $2.9 million annually in the form of a longterm contract. In return for this funding, the PWSRCAC must annually show that it ‘‘fosters the goals and purposes’’ of OPA 90 and is ‘‘broadly representative of the communities and interests in the vicinity of the terminal facilities and Prince William Sound.’’ The PWSRCAC is an independent, nonprofit organization founded in 1989. Though it receives Federal oversight like many independent, non-profit organizations, it is not a Federal agency. The PWSRCAC is a local organization that predates the passage of OPA 90. The existence of the PWSRCAC was specifically recognized in OPA 90 where it is defined as an ‘‘alternate voluntary advisory group.’’ Alyeska funds the PWSRCAC, and the Coast Guard makes sure the PWSRCAC operates in a fashion that is broadly consistent with OPA 90. Discussion of Comments On January 7th, 2011 the USCG published a Notice of Availability; request for comments for recertification of Prince William Sound Regional Citizens’ Advisory Council in the Federal Register (76 FR 1187). We received 65 letters commenting on the proposed action. No public meeting was requested, and none was held. Of the 65 letters received, all 65 had positive comments. These letters consistently cited PWSRCAC’s broad representation of the respective community’s interests, appropriate actions to keep the public informed, improvements to both spill response preparation and spill prevention, and oil spill industry E:\FR\FM\02MYN1.SGM 02MYN1

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[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 84 (Monday, May 2, 2011)]
[Notices]
[Pages 24505-24506]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2011-10512]


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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

[USCG-2011-0338]


Great Lakes Pilotage Advisory Committee

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Committee Management; Notice of Federal Advisory Committee 
Meeting.

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SUMMARY: The Great Lakes Pilotage Advisory Committee (GLPAC) will meet 
on May 20, 2011, in Washington, District of Columbia. The meeting will 
be open to the public.

DATES: GLPAC will meet on Friday, May 20, 2011, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
Please note the meeting may close early if the committee completes its 
business. Written material and requests to make oral presentations or 
to have a copy of your material distributed to each member of the 
committee should reach us on or before May 16, 2011.

ADDRESSES: The meeting will be held at Coast Guard Headquarters, 2100 
2nd Street Southwest, Washington, District of Columbia 20593, in 
conference room 51309. All visitors to Coast Guard Headquarters will 
have to pre-register to be admitted to the building. Please provide 
your name, telephone number and organization by close of business on 
May 16, 2011, to the contact person listed in FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 
CONTACT below. Additionally, all visitors to Coast Guard Headquarters 
must produce valid photo identification for access to the facility.
    For information on facilities or services for individuals with 
disabilities or to request special assistance at the meeting, contact 
Mr. David Dean as soon as possible.
    To facilitate public participation, we are inviting public comment 
on the issues to be considered by the committee as listed in the 
``Agenda'' section below. Comments must be submitted in writing no 
later than May 16, 2011, and must be identified by [USCG-2011-0338] and 
may be submitted by one of the following methods:
     Federal eRulemaking Portal: https://www.regulations.gov. 
Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
     E-mail: David.J.Dean@uscg.mil. Include the docket number 
in the subject line of the message.
     Fax: (202)372-1909.
     Mail: Commandant (Cg-5522,) Attn: GLPAC ADFO, US Coast 
Guard, 2100 2nd St., SW., Stop 7580, Washington, DC 20593-7580.
    Instructions: All submissions received must include the words 
``Department of Homeland Security'' and the docket number for this 
action. Comments received will be posted without alteration at https://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information provided.
    Docket: For access to the docket to read documents or comments 
related to this notice, go to https://www.regulations.gov.
    A public comment period will be held during the meeting on May 20, 
2011, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., and speakers

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are requested to limit their comments to 5 minutes. Please note that 
the public comment period may end before the time indicated, following 
the last call for comments. Contact the individual listed below to 
register as a speaker.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. David Dean, GLPAC Assistant 
Designated Federal Officer (ADFO), Commandant (CG-5522), U.S. Coast 
Guard Headquarters, 2100 Second Street, SW., Stop 7580, Washington, DC 
20593-7580; telephone 202-372-1533, fax 202-372-1909, or e-mail at 
David.J.Dean@uscg.mil.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Notice of this meeting is given under the 
Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C. App. (Pub. L. 92-463). It was 
established under the authority of 46 U.S.C. 9307, and advises the 
Secretary of Homeland Security and the Coast Guard on Great Lakes pilot 
registration, operating requirements, training policies, and pilotage 
rates and other matters relating to Great Lakes pilotage.
    GLPAC expects to meet twice per year but may also meet at other 
times at the call of the Secretary. Further information about GLPAC is 
available by searching on ``Great Lakes Pilotage Advisory Committee'' 
at https://www.fido.gov/facadatabase/.

Agenda

    The GLPAC will meet to review, discuss and formulate 
recommendations on the following issues:
    Old Business:
    Discussion of bridge hour analysis that reflects the actual 
pilotage time on task including bridge hours, standby time, travel time 
and delay/detention time using historical traffic records.
    New Business:
    Review of bridge hour calculations, a measure of pilotage hours and 
a key factor in determining pilotage rates;
    Review of the methodology used to determine annual pilotage rates;
    Implementation of a 2010 GLPAC recommendation to modify the 
methodology for reviewing pilotage rates every fifth year so that it 
can be applied on a partial basis to recognize major expenses incurred 
between fifth year reviews;
    Discussion of the future role of the Great Lakes Pilotage 
Electronic Management System, as well as the current uses of the 
software for dispatching and billing.

    Dated: April 26, 2011.
Dana A. Goward,
Director Marine Transportation Systems Management, U.S. Coast Guard.
[FR Doc. 2011-10512 Filed 4-29-11; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 9110-04-P
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