Request for Nominations of Members To Serve on the National Advisory Committee on Racial, Ethnic, and Other Populations, 21908-21909 [2013-08680]

Download as PDF 21908 Federal Register / Vol. 78, No. 71 / Friday, April 12, 2013 / Notices lauren.mcgee@wdc.udsa.gov. Project related information will be available for download from RUS’ Web site located at: https://www.rurdev.usda.gov/UWPeis4.htm. Energy Answers Arecibo, LLC proposes to a construct a waste to energy generation and resource recovery facility in the Cambalache Ward of Arecibo, Puerto Rico. The proposed facility would process approximately 2100 tons of municipal waste per day and generate a net capacity of 77 megawatts (MW). The Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority will purchase power generated from the facility. The preferred location of the facility is the site of a former paper mill and would cover approximately 79.6 acres of the 90-acre parcel. The proposal would include the following facility components: A municipal solid waste receiving and processing building; processed refuse fuel storage building; boiler and steam turbine; emission control system; ash processing and storage building; and other associated infrastructure and buildings. Two other connected actions, which would be constructed by other utilities, include installation of an approximately 2.0mile raw water line and construction of a 38 kilovolt (kV) transmission line approximately 0.8 miles in length. The connected actions will be addressed in the proposal’s SFEIS. The Puerto Rico Industrial Development Company (PRIDCO) served as lead agency in preparation of a Final EIS prepared under Puerto Rico Article 4(b)(3), Law No. 46 (September 22, 2004), Environmental Public Policy Law. In accordance with 7 CFR 1794.74, RUS will incorporate by reference the environmental document prepared by PRIDCO into RUS’s SFEIS. Among the alternatives that RUS will address in the SFEIS is the No Action alternative, under which the proposal would not be undertaken. In the SFEIS, the effects of the proposal will be compared to the existing conditions in the proposal area. Public health and safety, environmental impacts, and engineering aspects of the proposal will be considered in the SFEIS. RUS is the lead Federal agency, as defined at 40 CFR 1501.5, for preparation of the SFEIS. With this Notice, federally recognized Native American Tribes and Federal agencies with jurisdiction or special expertise are invited to be cooperating agencies. Such tribes or agencies may make a request to RUS to be a cooperating agency by contacting the RUS contact provided in this Notice. Designated cooperating agencies have certain responsibilities to mstockstill on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with NOTICES SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:47 Apr 11, 2013 Jkt 229001 support the NEPA process, as specified at 40 CFR 1501.6(b). As part of its broad environmental review process, RUS must take into account the effect of the proposal on historic properties in accordance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (Section 106) and its implementing regulation, ‘‘Protection of Historic Properties’’ (36 CFR part 800). Pursuant to 36 CFR 800.2(d)(3), RUS is using its procedures for public involvement under NEPA to meet its responsibilities to solicit and consider the views of the public during Section 106 review. Accordingly, comments submitted in response to this Notice will inform RUS decision-making in its Section 106 review process. Any party wishing to participate more directly with RUS as a ‘‘consulting party’’ in Section 106 review may submit a written request to the RUS contact provided in this Notice. As applicable, the SFEIS will document changes in the affected environment and environmental consequences that may have occurred since the PRIDCO-prepared Final EIS was published in 2010. The PRIDCOprepared Final EIS will be available for review at the addresses provided in this Notice in both Spanish and English. RUS’ SFEIS will incorporate this document by reference and focus on those topics that have changed since the PRIDCO-prepared Final EIS was finalized. RUS’s SFEIS will be available for review and comment for 30 days. Following the 30-day review period, RUS will prepare a Record of Decision (ROD). Notices announcing the availability of the SFEIS and the ROD will be published in the Federal Register and in local newspapers. Any final action by RUS related to the proposal will be subject to, and contingent upon, compliance with all relevant executive orders and federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations in addition to the completion of the environmental review requirements as prescribed in RUS’s Environmental Policies and Procedures, 7 CFR Part 1794, as amended. Dated: February 20, 2013. Mark S. Plank, Director, Engineering and Environmental Staff, USDA, Rural Utilities Service. [FR Doc. 2013–08629 Filed 4–11–13; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE P PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE Bureau of the Census Request for Nominations of Members To Serve on the National Advisory Committee on Racial, Ethnic, and Other Populations Bureau of the Census, Commerce. ACTION: Notice of request for nominations. AGENCY: The Bureau of the Census (Census Bureau) is requesting nominations of individuals, both experts and organizational representatives, to the National Advisory Committee on Racial, Ethnic, and Other Populations. The Census Bureau will consider nominations received in response to this notice, as well as from other sources. The SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section below, describes Committee objectives and duties, membership, and information about the nomination process. SUMMARY: Please submit nominations by May 13, 2013. ADDRESSES: Please submit nominations to Jeri Green, Chief, Office of External Engagement, U.S. Census Bureau, Room 8H182, 4600 Silver Hill Road, Washington, DC 20233. Nominations also may be submitted by fax at 301– 763–8609, or by email to jeri.green@census.gov and tom.loo@census.gov. DATES: Jeri Green, Chief, Office of External Engagement, U.S. Census Bureau, Room 8H182, 4600 Silver Hill Road, Washington, DC 20233, telephone (301) 763–2070 or Tom Loo at 301–763–5326. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Committee was established in accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) (Title 5, United States Code, Appendix 2). Information about the Committee objectives and duties, membership, and the nomination process is provided below. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Objectives and Duties The Advisory Committee provides insight, perspectives, expertise and advice to the Director of the Census Bureau on the full spectrum of Census surveys and programs. The Committee assists the Census Bureau in developing appropriate research/methodological, operational, and communication strategies to reduce program/survey costs, improve coverage and operational efficiency, improve the quality of data collected, protect the public’s and E:\FR\FM\12APN1.SGM 12APN1 Federal Register / Vol. 78, No. 71 / Friday, April 12, 2013 / Notices mstockstill on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with NOTICES business units’ privacy and enhance public participation and awareness of Census programs and surveys, and make data products more useful and accessible. The Committee advises on topics such as: hidden households, language barriers, students and youth, aging populations, American Indian and Alaska Native tribal considerations, new immigrant populations, populations affected by natural disasters, highly mobile and migrant populations, complex households, poverty populations, race/ethnic minorities, rural populations and population segments with limited access to technology. The Committee also advises on data privacy and confidentiality concerns, the dynamic nature of new businesses, minority ownership of businesses, as well as other concerns impacting Census survey design and implementation. The Advisory Committee discusses census policies, research and methodology, tests, operations, communications/messaging and other activities and advises regarding best practices to improve censuses, surveys, operations and programs. The Committee’s expertise and experiences help identify cost efficient ways to increase participation among hard to count segments of the population as well as ensuring that the Census Bureau’s statistical programs are inclusive and continue to provide the Nation with accurate, relevant, and timely statistics. The Committee uses formal advisory committee meetings, webinars, web conferences, working groups, and other methods to accomplish its goals, consistent with the requirements of the FACA. The Committee is encouraged to use Census Regional Office knowledge to help identify regional, local, tribal and grass roots issues, and capture regional and local perspectives about Census Bureau surveys and programs. The Committee should use technology and video/web conferencing to reduce meeting and travel costs, and to more fully engage local and regional working groups and hard to count populations. The Committee functions solely as an advisory body under the FACA. Membership The Committee will consist of up to 32 members who serve at the discretion of the Director. The Committee aims to have a balanced representation among its members, considering such factors as geography, age, gender, race, ethnicity, technical expertise, community involvement, knowledge of hard to VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:47 Apr 11, 2013 Jkt 229001 count populations, and familiarity with Census Bureau programs and/or activities. The Committee will include a minimum three members with expertise on or with experience representing each of the following populations: African American; American Indian and Alaska Native; Asian; Hispanic; and Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islanders. The Committee aims to include members from diverse backgrounds, including state, local and tribal governments, academia, research, national and community-based organizations, and the private sector. Membership shall include individuals, Special Government Employees (SGE), who are selected for their personal expertise with the topics highlighted above and/or representatives of organizations (Representatives) reflecting diverse populations, national, state, local and tribal interests, organizations serving hard to count populations, and community-based organizations. SGEs will be subject to the ethical standards applicable to SGEs. Members will be individually advised of the capacity in which they will serve through their appointment letters. Membership is open to persons who are not seated on other Census Bureau stakeholder entities (i.e., State Data Centers, Census Information Centers, Federal State Cooperative on Populations Estimates program, other Census Advisory Committees, etc.). No employee of the federal government can serve as a member of the Advisory Committee. Generally, members will serve for a three-year term. All members will be reevaluated at the conclusion of each term with the prospect of renewal, pending advisory committee needs. Active attendance and participation in meetings and activities (e.g., conference calls and assignments) will be considered when determining term renewal or membership continuance. Generally, members may be appointed for a second three-year term at the discretion of the Director. Members are selected in accordance with applicable Department of Commerce guidelines. Miscellaneous Members of the Advisory Committee serve without compensation, but receive reimbursement for committee-related travel and lodging expenses. The Advisory Committee meets at least twice a year, budget permitting, but additional meetings may be held as deemed necessary by the Census Director or Designated Federal Official. All Advisory Committee meetings are PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 21909 open to the public in accordance with the FACA. Nomination Process Nominations should satisfy the requirements described in the Membership section above. Individuals, groups, and/or organizations may submit nominations on behalf of candidates. A summary of ´ the candidate’s qualifications (resume or curriculum vitae) must be included along with the nomination letter. Nominees must be able to actively participate in the tasks of the Advisory Committee, including, but not limited to regular meeting attendance, committee meeting discussant responsibilities, review of materials, as well as participation in conference calls, webinars, working groups, and/or special committee activities. The Department of Commerce is committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and seeks diverse Advisory Committee membership. Dated: April 8, 2013. Thomas L. Mesenbourg, Jr., Senior Advisor Performing the Duties of the Director, Bureau of the Census [FR Doc. 2013–08680 Filed 4–11–13; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510–07–P DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE International Trade Administration Environmental Technologies Trade Advisory Committee; Public Meeting International Trade Administration, DOC. ACTION: Notice of Federal Advisory Committee Meeting. AGENCY: This notice sets forth the schedule and proposed agenda of a meeting of the Environmental Technologies Trade Advisory Committee (ETTAC). DATES: The teleconference meeting is scheduled for Friday, April 26, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). Please register by 5:00 p.m. EDT on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 to listen in on the teleconference meeting. ADDRESSES: The meeting will take place via teleconference. For logistical reasons, all participants are required to register in advance by the date specified above. Please contact Mr. Todd DeLelle at the contact information below to register and obtain call-in information. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Todd DeLelle, Office of Energy & Environmental Industries (OEEI), International Trade Administration, Room 4053, 1401 Constitution Avenue SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\12APN1.SGM 12APN1

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[Federal Register Volume 78, Number 71 (Friday, April 12, 2013)]
[Notices]
[Pages 21908-21909]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2013-08680]


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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

Bureau of the Census


Request for Nominations of Members To Serve on the National 
Advisory Committee on Racial, Ethnic, and Other Populations

AGENCY: Bureau of the Census, Commerce.

ACTION: Notice of request for nominations.

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SUMMARY: The Bureau of the Census (Census Bureau) is requesting 
nominations of individuals, both experts and organizational 
representatives, to the National Advisory Committee on Racial, Ethnic, 
and Other Populations. The Census Bureau will consider nominations 
received in response to this notice, as well as from other sources. The 
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section below, describes Committee objectives 
and duties, membership, and information about the nomination process.

DATES: Please submit nominations by May 13, 2013.

ADDRESSES: Please submit nominations to Jeri Green, Chief, Office of 
External Engagement, U.S. Census Bureau, Room 8H182, 4600 Silver Hill 
Road, Washington, DC 20233. Nominations also may be submitted by fax at 
301-763-8609, or by email to jeri.green@census.gov and 
tom.loo@census.gov.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jeri Green, Chief, Office of External 
Engagement, U.S. Census Bureau, Room 8H182, 4600 Silver Hill Road, 
Washington, DC 20233, telephone (301) 763-2070 or Tom Loo at 301-763-
5326.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Committee was established in accordance 
with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) (Title 5, United States 
Code, Appendix 2). Information about the Committee objectives and 
duties, membership, and the nomination process is provided below.

Objectives and Duties

    The Advisory Committee provides insight, perspectives, expertise 
and advice to the Director of the Census Bureau on the full spectrum of 
Census surveys and programs. The Committee assists the Census Bureau in 
developing appropriate research/methodological, operational, and 
communication strategies to reduce program/survey costs, improve 
coverage and operational efficiency, improve the quality of data 
collected, protect the public's and

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business units' privacy and enhance public participation and awareness 
of Census programs and surveys, and make data products more useful and 
accessible.
    The Committee advises on topics such as: hidden households, 
language barriers, students and youth, aging populations, American 
Indian and Alaska Native tribal considerations, new immigrant 
populations, populations affected by natural disasters, highly mobile 
and migrant populations, complex households, poverty populations, race/
ethnic minorities, rural populations and population segments with 
limited access to technology. The Committee also advises on data 
privacy and confidentiality concerns, the dynamic nature of new 
businesses, minority ownership of businesses, as well as other concerns 
impacting Census survey design and implementation.
    The Advisory Committee discusses census policies, research and 
methodology, tests, operations, communications/messaging and other 
activities and advises regarding best practices to improve censuses, 
surveys, operations and programs. The Committee's expertise and 
experiences help identify cost efficient ways to increase participation 
among hard to count segments of the population as well as ensuring that 
the Census Bureau's statistical programs are inclusive and continue to 
provide the Nation with accurate, relevant, and timely statistics.
    The Committee uses formal advisory committee meetings, webinars, 
web conferences, working groups, and other methods to accomplish its 
goals, consistent with the requirements of the FACA. The Committee is 
encouraged to use Census Regional Office knowledge to help identify 
regional, local, tribal and grass roots issues, and capture regional 
and local perspectives about Census Bureau surveys and programs. The 
Committee should use technology and video/web conferencing to reduce 
meeting and travel costs, and to more fully engage local and regional 
working groups and hard to count populations.
    The Committee functions solely as an advisory body under the FACA.

Membership

    The Committee will consist of up to 32 members who serve at the 
discretion of the Director.
    The Committee aims to have a balanced representation among its 
members, considering such factors as geography, age, gender, race, 
ethnicity, technical expertise, community involvement, knowledge of 
hard to count populations, and familiarity with Census Bureau programs 
and/or activities. The Committee will include a minimum three members 
with expertise on or with experience representing each of the following 
populations: African American; American Indian and Alaska Native; 
Asian; Hispanic; and Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islanders. The 
Committee aims to include members from diverse backgrounds, including 
state, local and tribal governments, academia, research, national and 
community-based organizations, and the private sector.
    Membership shall include individuals, Special Government Employees 
(SGE), who are selected for their personal expertise with the topics 
highlighted above and/or representatives of organizations 
(Representatives) reflecting diverse populations, national, state, 
local and tribal interests, organizations serving hard to count 
populations, and community-based organizations. SGEs will be subject to 
the ethical standards applicable to SGEs. Members will be individually 
advised of the capacity in which they will serve through their 
appointment letters.
    Membership is open to persons who are not seated on other Census 
Bureau stakeholder entities (i.e., State Data Centers, Census 
Information Centers, Federal State Cooperative on Populations Estimates 
program, other Census Advisory Committees, etc.). No employee of the 
federal government can serve as a member of the Advisory Committee.
    Generally, members will serve for a three-year term. All members 
will be reevaluated at the conclusion of each term with the prospect of 
renewal, pending advisory committee needs. Active attendance and 
participation in meetings and activities (e.g., conference calls and 
assignments) will be considered when determining term renewal or 
membership continuance. Generally, members may be appointed for a 
second three-year term at the discretion of the Director.
    Members are selected in accordance with applicable Department of 
Commerce guidelines.

Miscellaneous

    Members of the Advisory Committee serve without compensation, but 
receive reimbursement for committee-related travel and lodging 
expenses.
    The Advisory Committee meets at least twice a year, budget 
permitting, but additional meetings may be held as deemed necessary by 
the Census Director or Designated Federal Official. All Advisory 
Committee meetings are open to the public in accordance with the FACA.

Nomination Process

    Nominations should satisfy the requirements described in the 
Membership section above.
    Individuals, groups, and/or organizations may submit nominations on 
behalf of candidates. A summary of the candidate's qualifications 
(resum[eacute] or curriculum vitae) must be included along with the 
nomination letter. Nominees must be able to actively participate in the 
tasks of the Advisory Committee, including, but not limited to regular 
meeting attendance, committee meeting discussant responsibilities, 
review of materials, as well as participation in conference calls, 
webinars, working groups, and/or special committee activities.
    The Department of Commerce is committed to equal opportunity in the 
workplace and seeks diverse Advisory Committee membership.

    Dated: April 8, 2013.
Thomas L. Mesenbourg, Jr.,
Senior Advisor Performing the Duties of the Director, Bureau of the 
Census
[FR Doc. 2013-08680 Filed 4-11-13; 8:45 am]
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