Petition for Waiver of Compliance, 46891-46892 [2011-19592]

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[FR Doc. 2011–19558 Filed 8–2–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–22–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Railroad Administration Petition for Waiver of Compliance In accordance with Part 211 of Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), notice is hereby given that the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has received a request for a waiver of compliance from certain requirements of its safety standards. The individual petition is described below, including the party seeking relief, the regulatory provisions involved, the nature of the relief being requested, and the petitioner’s arguments in favor of relief. PO 00000 Frm 00171 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 46891 West Texas & Lubbock Railway [Waiver Petition Docket Number FRA–2011– 0019] The West Texas & Lubbock Railway (WTLC) seeks a waiver of compliance from certain provisions of the Safety Glazing Standards, specifically 49 CFR Section 223.13, Requirements for existing cabooses. WTLC has petitioned for one caboose, built in 1960 for the Great Northern Railroad, as their X–40. There have been no accidents and/or incidents attributed directly or indirectly to window glazing failures in this equipment while under current ownership. WTLC states that Caboose WTLC X–40 is operated as a shove platform on freight and excursion passenger trains where a run-around track is unavailable. This improves safety, as it eliminates the need for railroad employees to ride the side of freight equipment on long shoving or backup movements. Specifically, this car operates on WTLC’s 106.64 miles of track from Lubbock to Seagraves and to Whiteface, TX. WTLC also states that the caboose will not be interchanged with any other railroad, and will be operated at a speed limit of 25 mph for freight and 30 mph for excursion passenger trains. It typically operates no more than 40 miles in a day. WTLC has issued a Special Notice informing all personnel of the 49 CFR 215.13 condition of this caboose. Interested parties are invited to participate in these proceedings by submitting written views, data, or comments. FRA does not anticipate scheduling a public hearing in connection with these proceedings since the facts do not appear to warrant a hearing. If any interested party desires an opportunity for oral comment, they should notify FRA, in writing, before the end of the comment period and specify the basis for their request. All communications concerning these proceedings should identify the appropriate docket number (e.g., Waiver Petition Docket Number FRA–2011– 0019) and may be submitted by any of the following methods: • Web site: https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the online instructions for submitting comments. • Fax: 202–493–2251. • Mail: Docket Operations Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., W12–140, Washington, DC 20590. • Hand Delivery: 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Room W12–140, Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. E:\FR\FM\03AUN1.SGM 03AUN1 46892 Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 149 / Wednesday, August 3, 2011 / Notices Communications received within 45 days of the date of this notice will be considered by FRA before final action is taken. Comments received after that date will be considered as far as practicable. All written communications concerning these proceedings are available for examination during regular business hours (9 a.m.–5 p.m.) at the above facility. All documents in the public docket are also available for inspection and copying on the Internet at the docket facility’s Web site at https://www.regulations.gov. Anyone is able to search the electronic form of any written communications and comments received into any of our dockets by the name of the individual submitting the comment (or signing the comment, if submitted on behalf of an association, business, labor union, etc.). You may review U.S. Department of Transportation’s complete Privacy Act Statement in the Federal Register published on April 11, 2000 (Volume 65, Number 70; Pages 19477–78) or at https://www.dot.gov/privacy.html. Issued in Washington, DC, on July 28, 2011. Robert C. Lauby, Deputy Associate Administrator for Regulatory and Legislative Operations. [FR Doc. 2011–19592 Filed 8–2–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–06–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Railroad Administration Petition for Waiver of Compliance In accordance with Part 211 of Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), notice is hereby given that the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has received a request for a waiver of compliance from certain requirements of its safety standards. The individual petition is described below, including the party seeking relief, the regulatory provisions involved, the nature of the relief being requested, and the petitioner’s arguments in favor of relief. West Texas & Lubbock Railway srobinson on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with NOTICES [Waiver Petition Docket Number FRA–2011– 0006] The West Texas & Lubbock Railway (WTLC) seeks a waiver of compliance from certain provisions of the Railroad Freight Car Safety Standards, specifically 49 CFR 215.303, which requires stenciling to indicate a restricted car. WTLC states that Caboose WTLC X–40 is operated as a shove platform on freight and excursion passenger trains where a run-around VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:24 Aug 02, 2011 Jkt 223001 track is unavailable. This improves safety, as it eliminates the need for railroad employees to ride the side of freight equipment on long shoving or backup movements. Specifically, this car operates on WTLC’s 106.64 miles of track from Lubbock to Seagraves and to Whiteface, TX. WTLC states that this caboose is completely restored to its ‘‘as delivered’’ appearance as Great Northern X–40, with a sound carbody. The caboose will not be interchanged with any other railroad and will be operated at a speed limit of 25 mph for freight and 30 mph for excursion passenger trains. It typically operates no more than 40 miles in a day. Since Caboose WTLC X– 40 is painted and stenciled to reflect its historic (Great Northern) appearance, stenciling the car to meet 49 CFR 215.303 requirements would detract from the historical and educational impression this car is intended to preserve. WTLC has issued a special notice informing all personnel of the 49 CFR 215.203 restricted condition of this caboose. Interested parties are invited to participate in these proceedings by submitting written views, data, or comments. FRA does not anticipate scheduling a public hearing in connection with these proceedings since the facts do not appear to warrant a hearing. If any interested party desires an opportunity for oral comment, they should notify FRA, in writing, before the end of the comment period and specify the basis for their request. All communications concerning these proceedings should identify the appropriate docket number (e.g., Waiver Petition Docket Number FRA–2011– 0006) and may be submitted by any of the following methods: • Web site: https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the online instructions for submitting comments. • Fax: 202–493–2251. • Mail: Docket Operations Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., W12–140, Washington, DC 20590. • Hand Delivery: 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Room W12–140, Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. Communications received within 45 days of the date of this notice will be considered by FRA before final action is taken. Comments received after that date will be considered as far as practicable. All written communications concerning these proceedings are available for examination during regular business hours (9 a.m.–5 p.m.) at the above facility. All documents in the PO 00000 Frm 00172 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 public docket are also available for inspection and copying on the Internet at the docket facility’s Web site at https://www.regulations.gov. Anyone is able to search the electronic form of any written communications and comments received into any of our dockets by the name of the individual submitting the comment (or signing the comment, if submitted on behalf of an association, business, labor union, etc.). You may review U.S. Department of Transportation’s complete Privacy Act Statement in the Federal Register published on April 11, 2000 (Volume 65, Number 70; Pages 19477–78) or at https://www.dot.gov/privacy.html. Issued in Washington, DC on July 28, 2011. Robert C. Lauby, Deputy Associate Administrator for Regulatory and Legislative Operations. [FR Doc. 2011–19593 Filed 8–2–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–06–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Transit Administration [FTA Docket No. 2011–0045] Agency Information Collection Activity Under OMB Review AGENCY: Federal Transit Administration, DOT. ACTION: Notice of request for comments. The Federal Transit Administration invites public comment about our intention to request the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) approval for the following new information collection: SUMMARY: 49 U.S.C. Section 5308—Clean Fuels Grant Program The information collected will support the development and deployment of clean fuel and advanced propulsion technologies for transit buses. To meet program oversight responsibilities, FTA needs information on the operation and performance of clean fuel technology buses. The Federal Register Notice with a 60-day comment period soliciting comments was published on May 6, 2011. DATES: Comments must be submitted before September 2, 2011. 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[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 149 (Wednesday, August 3, 2011)]
[Notices]
[Pages 46891-46892]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2011-19592]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Railroad Administration


Petition for Waiver of Compliance

    In accordance with Part 211 of Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations 
(CFR), notice is hereby given that the Federal Railroad Administration 
(FRA) has received a request for a waiver of compliance from certain 
requirements of its safety standards. The individual petition is 
described below, including the party seeking relief, the regulatory 
provisions involved, the nature of the relief being requested, and the 
petitioner's arguments in favor of relief.

West Texas & Lubbock Railway

[Waiver Petition Docket Number FRA-2011-0019]

    The West Texas & Lubbock Railway (WTLC) seeks a waiver of 
compliance from certain provisions of the Safety Glazing Standards, 
specifically 49 CFR Section 223.13, Requirements for existing cabooses. 
WTLC has petitioned for one caboose, built in 1960 for the Great 
Northern Railroad, as their X-40. There have been no accidents and/or 
incidents attributed directly or indirectly to window glazing failures 
in this equipment while under current ownership. WTLC states that 
Caboose WTLC X-40 is operated as a shove platform on freight and 
excursion passenger trains where a run-around track is unavailable. 
This improves safety, as it eliminates the need for railroad employees 
to ride the side of freight equipment on long shoving or backup 
movements. Specifically, this car operates on WTLC's 106.64 miles of 
track from Lubbock to Seagraves and to Whiteface, TX.
    WTLC also states that the caboose will not be interchanged with any 
other railroad, and will be operated at a speed limit of 25 mph for 
freight and 30 mph for excursion passenger trains. It typically 
operates no more than 40 miles in a day. WTLC has issued a Special 
Notice informing all personnel of the 49 CFR 215.13 condition of this 
caboose.
    Interested parties are invited to participate in these proceedings 
by submitting written views, data, or comments. FRA does not anticipate 
scheduling a public hearing in connection with these proceedings since 
the facts do not appear to warrant a hearing. If any interested party 
desires an opportunity for oral comment, they should notify FRA, in 
writing, before the end of the comment period and specify the basis for 
their request.
    All communications concerning these proceedings should identify the 
appropriate docket number (e.g., Waiver Petition Docket Number FRA-
2011-0019) and may be submitted by any of the following methods:
     Web site: https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the online 
instructions for submitting comments.
     Fax: 202-493-2251.
     Mail: Docket Operations Facility, U.S. Department of 
Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., W12-140, Washington, DC 
20590.
     Hand Delivery: 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Room W12-140, 
Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, 
except Federal holidays.

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    Communications received within 45 days of the date of this notice 
will be considered by FRA before final action is taken. Comments 
received after that date will be considered as far as practicable. All 
written communications concerning these proceedings are available for 
examination during regular business hours (9 a.m.-5 p.m.) at the above 
facility. All documents in the public docket are also available for 
inspection and copying on the Internet at the docket facility's Web 
site at https://www.regulations.gov.
    Anyone is able to search the electronic form of any written 
communications and comments received into any of our dockets by the 
name of the individual submitting the comment (or signing the comment, 
if submitted on behalf of an association, business, labor union, etc.). 
You may review U.S. Department of Transportation's complete Privacy Act 
Statement in the Federal Register published on April 11, 2000 (Volume 
65, Number 70; Pages 19477-78) or at https://www.dot.gov/privacy.html.

    Issued in Washington, DC, on July 28, 2011.
Robert C. Lauby,
Deputy Associate Administrator for Regulatory and Legislative 
Operations.
[FR Doc. 2011-19592 Filed 8-2-11; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-06-P
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