Michael J. Donahue; Notice of Termination of Exemption By Implied Surrender and Soliciting Comments, Protests, and Motions To Intervene, 55904-55905 [2011-23021]

Download as PDF mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES 55904 Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 175 / Friday, September 9, 2011 / Notices schedule to resume operating and show cause why the Commission should not initiate a proceeding to terminate the exemption based on the exemptee’s implied surrender of the exemption. In a response filed July 18, 2011, the exemptee stated, among other things, that the status of the project has not changed significantly since a July 2010 inspection by the New York Regional Office, which reported that significant work was needed to resume generation. l. This notice is available for review and reproduction at the Commission in the Public Reference Room, Room 2A, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. The filing may also be viewed on the Commission’s Web site at https:// www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/elibrary.asp. Enter the Docket number excluding the last three digits in the docket number field to access the notice. You may also register online at https://www.ferc.gov/ docs-filing/esubscription.asp to be notified via e-mail of new filings and issuances related to this or other pending projects. For assistance, call toll-free 1–866–208–3676 or e-mail FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov. For TTY, call (202) 502–8659. m. Individuals desiring to be included on the Commission’s mailing list should so indicate by writing to the Secretary of the Commission. n. Comments, Protests, or Motions to Intervene—Anyone may submit comments, a protest, or a motion to intervene in accordance with the requirements of Rules of Practice and Procedure, 18 CFR 385.210, 385.211, and 385.214. In determining the appropriate action to take, the Commission will consider all protests filed, but only those who file a motion to intervene in accordance with the Commission’s Rules may become a party to the proceeding. Any protests or motions to intervene must be received on or before the specified deadline date for the particular proceeding. o. Filing and Service of Responsive Documents—Any filing must (1) Bear in all capital letters the title ‘‘Comments’’, ‘‘Protest’’, or ‘‘Motion to Intervene,’’ as applicable; (2) set forth in the heading the project number of the proceeding to which the filing responds; (3) furnish the name, address, and telephone number of the person commenting, protesting or intervening; and (4) otherwise comply with the requirements of 18 CFR 385.2001 through 385.2005. All comments, protests or motions to intervene must set forth their evidentiary basis and otherwise comply with the requirements of 18 CFR 4.34(b). All comments, protests, or motions to intervene should relate to project works which are the subject of the termination VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:58 Sep 08, 2011 Jkt 223001 of exemption. A copy of any protest or motion to intervene must be served upon each representative of the exemptee specified in item g above. If an intervener files comments or documents with the Commission relating to the merits of an issue that may affect the responsibilities of a particular resource agency, they must also serve a copy of the document on that resource agency. A copy of all other filings in reference to this notice must be accompanied by proof of service on all persons listed in the service list prepared by the Commission in this proceeding, in accordance with 18 CFR 4.34(b) and 385.2010. p. Agency Comments—Federal, state, and local agencies are invited to file comments on the described proceeding. If any agency does not file comments within the time specified for filing comments, it will be presumed to have no comments. Dated: September 1, 2011. Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary. [FR Doc. 2011–23022 Filed 9–8–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717–01–P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission [Project No. 6649–008] Michael J. Donahue; Notice of Termination of Exemption By Implied Surrender and Soliciting Comments, Protests, and Motions To Intervene Take notice that the following hydroelectric proceeding has been initiated by the Commission: a. Type of Proceeding: Termination of exemption by implied surrender. b. Project No.: 6649–008. c. Date Initiated: September 1, 2011. d. Exemptee: Michael J. Donahue. e. Name and Location of Project: The Fairbanks Mill Project is located on the Sleeper’s River in Caledonia County, Vermont. f. Initiated Pursuant to: 18 CFR 4.106. g. Exemptee Contact Information: Mr. Michael J. Donahue, Route 3, Box 269, Lincoln, NH 03251. h. FERC Contact: Tom Papsidero, (202) 502–6002, or Thomas.papsidero@ferc.gov. i. Deadline for filing comments, protests, and motions to intervene is 30 days from the issuance date of this notice. All documents may be filed electronically via the Internet in lieu of paper. See 18 CFR 385.2001(a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Commission’s Web site at https:// www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/efiling.asp. The Commission strongly encourages electronic filings. If unable to be filed electronically, documents may be paperfiled. To paper-file, an original and seven copies should be sent to: The Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. Commenters can submit brief comments up to 6,000 characters, without prior registration, using the eComment system at https:// www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/ ecomment.asp. You must include your name and contact information at the end of your comments. Please include the project number (P–6649–008) on any documents or motions filed. j. Description of Existing Facilities: The inoperative project consists of the following existing facilities: (1) Timbercrib dam with an overall length of 60 feet and a maximum height of 10 feet; (2) an intake structure; (3) a 2-inchdiameter, 50-foot-long steel penstock; and (4) a powerhouse containing one unit with a total capacity of 18 kilowatts. k. Description of Proceeding: The exemptee is currently in violation of Standard Article 1 of its exemption granted on October 8, 1982 (21 FERC ¶ 62,070). Section 4.106(a) of the Commission’s regulations, 18 CFR 4.106(a) (2011), provides, among other things, that the Commission reserves the right to revoke an exemption if any term or condition of the exemption is violated. The project has not generated since the early 1990s and has been abandoned by the exemptee. By not operating the project as proposed and authorized, the exemptee is in violation of the terms and conditions of the exemption. Based on staff’s most recent inspection on August 18, 2010, the exemptee has not made any progress toward bringing the project back into operation. On April 13, 2011, Commission staff sent a letter to the exemptee requiring him to show cause why the Commission should not initiate a proceeding to terminate the exemption based on his implied surrender of the exemption. The letter directed the exemptee to provide information, including documentation of contracts issued, permits obtained, agreements made, etc., and to show cause why the Commission should not terminate the exemption for lack of adequate progress toward the resumption of generation at the project. To date, the exemptee has failed to respond and the project remains inoperative. Commission staff continues to inspect the project every E:\FR\FM\09SEN1.SGM 09SEN1 mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 175 / Friday, September 9, 2011 / Notices three years and reports that it remains inoperable and in poor condition. l. This notice is available for review and reproduction at the Commission in the Public Reference Room, Room 2A, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. The filing may also be viewed on the Commission’s Web site at https:// www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/elibrary.asp. Enter the Docket number excluding the last three digits in the docket number field to access the notice. You may also register online at https://www.ferc.gov/ docs-filing/esubscription.asp to be notified via e-mail of new filings and issuances related to this or other pending projects. For assistance, call toll-free 1–866–208–3676 or e-mail FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov. For TTY, call (202) 502–8659. m. Individuals desiring to be included on the Commission’s mailing list should so indicate by writing to the Secretary of the Commission. n. Comments, Protests, or Motions to Intervene—Anyone may submit comments, a protest, or a motion to intervene in accordance with the requirements of Rules of Practice and Procedure, 18 CFR 385.210, 385.211, and 385.214. In determining the appropriate action to take, the Commission will consider all protests filed, but only those who file a motion to intervene in accordance with the Commission’s Rules may become a party to the proceeding. Any protests or motions to intervene must be received on or before the specified deadline date for the particular proceeding. o. Filing and Service of Responsive Documents—Any filing must (1) Bear in all capital letters the title ‘‘Comments’’, ‘‘Protest’’, or ‘‘Motion to Intervene,’’ as applicable; (2) set forth in the heading the project number of the proceeding to which the filing responds; (3) furnish the name, address, and telephone number of the person commenting, protesting or intervening; and (4) otherwise comply with the requirements of 18 CFR 385.2001 through 385.2005. All comments, protests or motions to intervene must set forth their evidentiary basis and otherwise comply with the requirements of 18 CFR 4.34(b). All comments, protests, or motions to intervene should relate to project works which are the subject of the termination of exemption. A copy of any protest or motion to intervene must be served upon each representative of the exemptee specified in item g above. If an intervener files comments or documents with the Commission relating to the merits of an issue that may affect the responsibilities of a particular resource agency, they must also serve a copy of the document on VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:58 Sep 08, 2011 Jkt 223001 that resource agency. A copy of all other filings in reference to this notice must be accompanied by proof of service on all persons listed in the service list prepared by the Commission in this proceeding, in accordance with 18 CFR 4.34(b) and 385.2010. p. Agency Comments—Federal, state, and local agencies are invited to file comments on the described proceeding. If any agency does not file comments within the time specified for filing comments, it will be presumed to have no comments. Dated: September 1, 2011. Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary. [FR Doc. 2011–23021 Filed 9–8–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717–01–P ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [Docket ID Number EPA–HQ–OAQPS–2004– 0073; FRL–9461–9] Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Requirements for Control Technology Determinations for Constructed and Reconstructed Major Sources of Hazardous Air Pollutants Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), this document announces that EPA is planning to submit a request to renew an existing approved Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This is a request to renew an existing approved collection. This ICR is scheduled to expire on January 31, 2012. Before submitting the ICR to OMB for review and approval, EPA is soliciting comments on specific aspects of the proposed information collection as described below. DATES: Comments must be submitted on or before November 8, 2011. ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, identified by Docket ID No. EPA–HQ– OAR–2004–0073, by one of the following methods: • https://www.regulations.gov: Follow the on-line instructions for submitting comments. • E-mail: a-and-r-docket@epa.gov, Attention Docket ID No. EPA–HQ– OAR–2004–0073. • Fax: (202) 566–1741, Attention Docket ID No. EPA–HQ–OAR–2004– 0073. SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00039 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 55905 • Mail: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, EPA West (Air Docket), 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Room 3334, Mail Code: 6102T, Washington, DC 20460, Attention EDocket ID No. EPA–HQ–OAR–2004– 0073. • Hand Delivery: Air and Radiation Docket and Information Center, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1301 Constitution Ave., NW., Room 3334, Mail Code: 6102T, Washington, DC 20460, Attention Docket ID No. EPA– HQ–OAR–2004–0073. Such deliveries are only accepted during the Docket’s normal hours of operation, and special arrangements should be made for deliveries of boxed information. Instructions: Direct your comments to Docket ID No. EPA–HQ–OAR–2004– 0073. The EPA’s policy is that all comments received will be included in the public docket without change and may be made available online at https://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information provided, unless the comment includes information claimed to be Confidential Business Information (CBI) or other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. Do not submit information that you consider to be CBI or otherwise protected through https:// www.regulations.gov, or e-mail. Send or deliver information identified as CBI only to the following address: Mr. Roberto Morales, OAQPS Document Control Officer, U.S. EPA (C404–02), Attention Docket ID No. EPA–HQ– OAR–2004–0073, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711. Clearly mark the part or all of the information that you claim to be CBI. The https:// www.regulations.gov Web site is an ‘‘anonymous access’’ system, which means EPA will not know your identity or contact information unless you provide it in the body of your comment. If you send an e-mail comment directly to EPA without going through https:// www.regulations.gov, your e-mail address will be automatically captured and included as part of the comment that is placed in the public docket and made available on the Internet. If you submit an electronic comment, EPA recommends that you include your name and other contact information in the body of your comment and with any disk or CD–ROM you submit. If EPA cannot read your comment due to technical difficulties and cannot contact you for clarification, EPA may not be able to consider your comment. Electronic files should avoid the use of special characters, any form of encryption, and be free of any defects or viruses. 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[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 175 (Friday, September 9, 2011)]
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From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

[Project No. 6649-008]


Michael J. Donahue; Notice of Termination of Exemption By Implied 
Surrender and Soliciting Comments, Protests, and Motions To Intervene

    Take notice that the following hydroelectric proceeding has been 
initiated by the Commission:

    a. Type of Proceeding: Termination of exemption by implied 
surrender.
    b. Project No.: 6649-008.
    c. Date Initiated: September 1, 2011.
    d. Exemptee: Michael J. Donahue.
    e. Name and Location of Project: The Fairbanks Mill Project is 
located on the Sleeper's River in Caledonia County, Vermont.
    f. Initiated Pursuant to: 18 CFR 4.106.
    g. Exemptee Contact Information: Mr. Michael J. Donahue, Route 3, 
Box 269, Lincoln, NH 03251.
    h. FERC Contact: Tom Papsidero, (202) 502-6002, or 
Thomas.papsidero@ferc.gov.
    i. Deadline for filing comments, protests, and motions to intervene 
is 30 days from the issuance date of this notice. All documents may be 
filed electronically via the Internet in lieu of paper. See 18 CFR 
385.2001(a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the Commission's Web site 
at https://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/efiling.asp. The Commission strongly 
encourages electronic filings. If unable to be filed electronically, 
documents may be paper-filed. To paper-file, an original and seven 
copies should be sent to: The Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory 
Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. Commenters can 
submit brief comments up to 6,000 characters, without prior 
registration, using the eComment system at https://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/ecomment.asp. You must include your name and contact information 
at the end of your comments. Please include the project number (P-6649-
008) on any documents or motions filed.
    j. Description of Existing Facilities: The inoperative project 
consists of the following existing facilities: (1) Timber-crib dam with 
an overall length of 60 feet and a maximum height of 10 feet; (2) an 
intake structure; (3) a 2-inch-diameter, 50-foot-long steel penstock; 
and (4) a powerhouse containing one unit with a total capacity of 18 
kilowatts.
    k. Description of Proceeding: The exemptee is currently in 
violation of Standard Article 1 of its exemption granted on October 8, 
1982 (21 FERC ] 62,070). Section 4.106(a) of the Commission's 
regulations, 18 CFR 4.106(a) (2011), provides, among other things, that 
the Commission reserves the right to revoke an exemption if any term or 
condition of the exemption is violated. The project has not generated 
since the early 1990s and has been abandoned by the exemptee. By not 
operating the project as proposed and authorized, the exemptee is in 
violation of the terms and conditions of the exemption.
    Based on staff's most recent inspection on August 18, 2010, the 
exemptee has not made any progress toward bringing the project back 
into operation. On April 13, 2011, Commission staff sent a letter to 
the exemptee requiring him to show cause why the Commission should not 
initiate a proceeding to terminate the exemption based on his implied 
surrender of the exemption. The letter directed the exemptee to provide 
information, including documentation of contracts issued, permits 
obtained, agreements made, etc., and to show cause why the Commission 
should not terminate the exemption for lack of adequate progress toward 
the resumption of generation at the project. To date, the exemptee has 
failed to respond and the project remains inoperative. Commission staff 
continues to inspect the project every

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three years and reports that it remains inoperable and in poor 
condition.
    l. This notice is available for review and reproduction at the 
Commission in the Public Reference Room, Room 2A, 888 First Street, 
NE., Washington, DC 20426. The filing may also be viewed on the 
Commission's Web site at https://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/elibrary.asp. 
Enter the Docket number excluding the last three digits in the docket 
number field to access the notice. You may also register online at 
https://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/esubscription.asp to be notified via e-
mail of new filings and issuances related to this or other pending 
projects. For assistance, call toll-free 1-866-208-3676 or e-mail 
FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov. For TTY, call (202) 502-8659.
    m. Individuals desiring to be included on the Commission's mailing 
list should so indicate by writing to the Secretary of the Commission.
    n. Comments, Protests, or Motions to Intervene--Anyone may submit 
comments, a protest, or a motion to intervene in accordance with the 
requirements of Rules of Practice and Procedure, 18 CFR 385.210, 
385.211, and 385.214. In determining the appropriate action to take, 
the Commission will consider all protests filed, but only those who 
file a motion to intervene in accordance with the Commission's Rules 
may become a party to the proceeding. Any protests or motions to 
intervene must be received on or before the specified deadline date for 
the particular proceeding.
    o. Filing and Service of Responsive Documents--Any filing must (1) 
Bear in all capital letters the title ``Comments'', ``Protest'', or 
``Motion to Intervene,'' as applicable; (2) set forth in the heading 
the project number of the proceeding to which the filing responds; (3) 
furnish the name, address, and telephone number of the person 
commenting, protesting or intervening; and (4) otherwise comply with 
the requirements of 18 CFR 385.2001 through 385.2005. All comments, 
protests or motions to intervene must set forth their evidentiary basis 
and otherwise comply with the requirements of 18 CFR 4.34(b). All 
comments, protests, or motions to intervene should relate to project 
works which are the subject of the termination of exemption. A copy of 
any protest or motion to intervene must be served upon each 
representative of the exemptee specified in item g above. If an 
intervener files comments or documents with the Commission relating to 
the merits of an issue that may affect the responsibilities of a 
particular resource agency, they must also serve a copy of the document 
on that resource agency. A copy of all other filings in reference to 
this notice must be accompanied by proof of service on all persons 
listed in the service list prepared by the Commission in this 
proceeding, in accordance with 18 CFR 4.34(b) and 385.2010.
    p. Agency Comments--Federal, state, and local agencies are invited 
to file comments on the described proceeding. If any agency does not 
file comments within the time specified for filing comments, it will be 
presumed to have no comments.

    Dated: September 1, 2011.
Kimberly D. Bose,
Secretary.
[FR Doc. 2011-23021 Filed 9-8-11; 8:45 am]
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