Western Pacific Fishery Management Council; Public Meetings, 46925-46926 [2013-18654]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 78, No. 149 / Friday, August 2, 2013 / Notices amendment, the proposed regulations, or the FEIS, prior to final agency action. Public Hearings, Times, and Locations The Council will hold public hearings to discuss the actions included in Amendment 22. Exact dates, times, and locations will be announced by the Council. The public will be informed, via a notification in the Federal Register, of the exact times, dates, and locations of future scoping meetings and public hearings for Amendment 22. Authority: 16 U.S.C. 1801 et seq. Dated: July 29, 2013. Emily H. Menashes, Deputy Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries, National Marine Fisheries Service. [FR Doc. 2013–18676 Filed 8–1–13; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510–22–P DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration RIN 0648–BD07 Fisheries of the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, and South Atlantic; SnapperGrouper Fishery off the South Atlantic States; Regulatory Amendment 14 National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Commerce. ACTION: Notice announcing the preparation of an environmental assessment (EA). AGENCY: NMFS, in cooperation with the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council (Council), is preparing an EA in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for Regulatory Amendment 14 to the Fishery Management Plan (FMP) for the Snapper-Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic Region (Regulatory Amendment 14). This notice is intended to inform the public of the change from the preparation of a draft environmental impact statement (EIS) to an EA for Regulatory Amendment 14. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nikhil Mehta, Southeast Regional Office, telephone: 727–824–5305, or email: nikhil.mehta@noaa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On April 17, 2013, NMFS and the Council published a Notice of Intent (NOI) in the Federal Register (78 FR 22846), to prepare a draft EIS for Regulatory Amendment 14. Regulatory Amendment 14 was being developed to address management measures to modify the fishing year for greater amberjack; revise the minimum size limit measurement sroberts on DSK5SPTVN1PROD with NOTICES SUMMARY: VerDate Mar<15>2010 18:55 Aug 01, 2013 Jkt 229001 for gray triggerfish; increase the minimum size limit for hogfish; adjust the commercial fishing season for vermilion snapper; modify the aggregate grouper bag limit; and revise the accountability measures (AMs) for gag and vermilion snapper. Regulatory Amendment 14 was also being developed to modify the commercial and recreational fishing years for black sea bass, and the alternatives considered could have resulted in black sea bass pots being fished during large whale migration and the right whale calving season. Subsequent to the publication of the NOI, the Council modified the amendment by removing actions regarding gray triggerfish, hogfish, and grouper aggregate recreational bag limits, due to on-going and anticipated stock assessments for these species. Furthermore, on May 13, 2013, the Council approved Regulatory Amendment 19 to the FMP. In this amendment, the Council approved an action to implement a seasonal closure (November 1 through April 30) for the commercial black sea bass pot component of the snapper-grouper fishery. The seasonal closure would address potential gear interactions with large whale migration and right whales during calving season. If NMFS decides to publish a final rule to implement Regulatory Amendment 19, that final rule would likely become effective in 2013. It is anticipated that rulemaking to implement Regulatory Amendment 14 would occur in 2014, and therefore, alternatives in Regulatory Amendment 14 that would modify the commercial fishing year for black sea bass would no longer be a concern for protected species. Actions in the EA for Regulatory Amendment 14 would now modify the commercial and recreational fishing year for greater amberjack; modify the commercial and recreational fishing years for black sea bass; change the commercial fishing season for vermilion snapper; modify trip limits for gag; and revise the recreational AMs for black sea bass and vermilion snapper. These actions would ensure fishing opportunities are extended during optimal times of the year, while ensuring that overfishing does not occur, in accordance with the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. Consequently, NMFS and the Council are initially preparing an EA rather than proceeding with the development of a draft EIS. If the EA results in a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI), the EA and FONSI will be the final environmental documents required by PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 46925 NEPA. If the EA reveals that significant environmental impacts may be reasonably expected to result from the proposed actions, NMFS and the Council will develop a draft EIS to further evaluate those impacts. The Council will hold public hearings to discuss the actions included in Regulatory Amendment 14. Exact dates, times, and locations will be announced by the Council. The public will be informed, via a notification in the Federal Register, of the exact times, dates, and locations of future public hearings for Regulatory Amendment 14. Authority: 16 U.S.C. 1801 et seq. Dated: July 29, 2013. Emily H. Menashes, Deputy Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries, National Marine Fisheries Service. [FR Doc. 2013–18673 Filed 8–1–13; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510–22–P DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration RIN 0648–XC790 Western Pacific Fishery Management Council; Public Meetings National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Commerce. ACTION: Notice of public meetings. AGENCY: This notice advises the public that the Western Pacific Fishery Management Council (Council) will convene meetings of the Northern Mariana Islands Regional Ecosystem Advisory Committee (REAC) in Saipan, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. DATES: The REAC meeting will be held Thursday, August 22, 2013. For the specific dates, times, and agendas for the meetings see SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION. SUMMARY: The meetings of the CNMI REAC will be held at the Multipurpose Center, Susupe, CNMI. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kitty M. Simonds, Executive Director; telephone: (808)522–8220. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: ADDRESSES: Schedule and Agenda for CNMI REAC Meeting 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Thursday, August 22, 2013 1. Welcome and Introduction E:\FR\FM\02AUN1.SGM 02AUN1 46926 Federal Register / Vol. 78, No. 149 / Friday, August 2, 2013 / Notices 2. Status Report on 157th Council Meeting Recommendations regarding CNMI 3. CNMI Commercial Dock Development Study A. Contract and Project Status B. Overview of draft Dock Development Plan Study i. Existing Conditions (Sites, Loading, Design Criteria, Mooring, Berthing, Utilities, etc) ii. Land-side support facilities a. Outer Cove Mariana b. Puerto Rico Dump c. Echo Dock d. Sea Plan Ramp iv. Environmental Consideration and Permits v. Discussion on Preferred Site Location C. Evaluation of Preliminary Alternatives D. Discussion on Preferred Site Location 4. Council Coral Reef Grant Priorities and Projects 5. Revising the Large Vessel Closure for CNMI Bottomfish 6. Other Business 7. Public Comment 8. Discussion and Recommendations The order in which agenda items are addressed may change. Public comment periods will be provided throughout each agenda. The REAC will meet as late as necessary to complete scheduled business. Special Accommodations These meetings are physically accessible to people with disabilities. Requests for sign language interpretation or other auxiliary aids should be directed to Kitty M. Simonds, (808)522–8220 (voice) or (808)522–8226 (fax), at least 5 days prior to the meeting date. Authority: 16 U.S.C. 1801 et seq. Dated: July 30, 2013. Tracey L. Thompson, Acting Deputy Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries, National Marine Fisheries Service. [FR Doc. 2013–18654 Filed 8–1–13; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510–22–P sroberts on DSK5SPTVN1PROD with NOTICES COMMITTEE FOR PURCHASE FROM PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND OR SEVERELY DISABLED Procurement List Additions and Deletions Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled. ACTION: Additions to and Deletions from the Procurement List. AGENCY: VerDate Mar<15>2010 18:55 Aug 01, 2013 Jkt 229001 This action adds products and services to the Procurement List that will be furnished by nonprofit agencies employing persons who are blind or have other severe disabilities, and deletes products from the Procurement List previously furnished by such agencies. SUMMARY: Effective Date: 9/2/2013 ADDRESSES: Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled, 1401 S. Clark Street, Suite 10800, Arlington, Virginia 22202–4149. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Barry S. Lineback, Telephone: (703) 603–7740, Fax: (703) 603–0655, or email CMTEFedReg@AbilityOne.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: DATES: Additions On 5/31/2013 (78 FR 32631–32632); 6/7/2013 (78 FR 34350–34351); and 6/ 21/2013 (78 FR 37524–37525), the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled published notices of proposed additions to the Procurement List. After consideration of the material presented to it concerning capability of qualified nonprofit agencies to provide the products and services and impact of the additions on the current or most recent contractors, the Committee has determined that the products and services listed below are suitable for procurement by the Federal Government under 41 U.S.C. 8501–8506 and 41 CFR 51–2.4. Regulatory Flexibility Act Certification I certify that the following action will not have a significant impact on a substantial number of small entities. The major factors considered for this certification were: 1. The action will not result in any additional reporting, recordkeeping or other compliance requirements for small entities other than the small organizations that will furnish the products and services to the Government. 2. The action will result in authorizing small entities to furnish the products and services to the Government. 3. There are no known regulatory alternatives which would accomplish the objectives of the Javits-WagnerO’Day Act (41 U.S.C. 8501–8506) in connection with the products and services proposed for addition to the Procurement List. End of Certification Accordingly, the following products and services are added to the Procurement List: PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Products Aircraft Floor Board Kits NSN: 1560–00–NIB–0001—KC–135 Floor Board Kit, 848 sq ft. NSN: 1560–00–NIB–0002—KC–135 Floor Board Kit, 849 sq ft. NSN: 1560–00–NIB–0003—KC–135 Floor Board Kit, 875 sq ft. NSN: 1560–00–NIB–0004—KC–135 Floor Board Kit, 876 sq ft. NPA: San Antonio Lighthouse for the Blind, San Antonio, TX Contracting Activity: Dept of the Air Force, FA8126 AFSC PZIMB, Tinker Air Force Base, OK Coverage: C-List for 100% of the requirement of Tinker Air Force Base as aggregated by the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Center (FA8126 AFSC PZIMB), Tinker Air Force Base, OK. Services Service Type/Location: Janitorial/Custodial Service, Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Aviation Facility, 2300 Horizon Drive, Fort Worth, TX. NPA: Crossroads Diversified Service, Inc., Sacramento, CA Contracting Activity: Dept of Justice, Headquarters-Drug Enforcement Administration, Arlington, VA Service Type/Location: Grounds and Tree Maintenance Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Daniel K. Inouye Regional Center, 1876 Wasp Blvd., Honolulu, HI. NPA: Lanakila Pacific, Honolulu, HI Contracting Activity: Dept of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Seattle, WA Service Type/Location: Janitorial/Custodial Service, Missouri River Area Office, 790 E. Highway 224, Napoleon, MO. NPA: Cooperative Workshops, Inc., Sedalia, MO Contracting Activity: Dept of the Army, W071 ENDIST Kansas City, Kansas City, MO Deletions On 5/31/2013 (78 FR 32631–32632); 6/7/2013 (78 FR 34350–34351); and 6/ 21/2013 (78 FR 37524–37525), the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled published notices of proposed deletions from the Procurement List. After consideration of the relevant matter presented, the Committee has determined that the products listed below are no longer suitable for procurement by the Federal Government under 41 U.S.C. 8501–8506 and 41 CFR 51–2.4. Regulatory Flexibility Act Certification I certify that the following action will not have a significant impact on a substantial number of small entities. The major factors considered for this certification were: 1. The action will not result in additional reporting, recordkeeping or E:\FR\FM\02AUN1.SGM 02AUN1

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[Federal Register Volume 78, Number 149 (Friday, August 2, 2013)]
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From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2013-18654]


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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

RIN 0648-XC790


Western Pacific Fishery Management Council; Public Meetings

AGENCY: National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), National Oceanic and 
Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Commerce.

ACTION: Notice of public meetings.

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SUMMARY: This notice advises the public that the Western Pacific 
Fishery Management Council (Council) will convene meetings of the 
Northern Mariana Islands Regional Ecosystem Advisory Committee (REAC) 
in Saipan, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.

DATES: The REAC meeting will be held Thursday, August 22, 2013. For the 
specific dates, times, and agendas for the meetings see SUPPLEMENTARY 
INFORMATION.

ADDRESSES: The meetings of the CNMI REAC will be held at the 
Multipurpose Center, Susupe, CNMI.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kitty M. Simonds, Executive Director; 
telephone: (808)522-8220.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Schedule and Agenda for CNMI REAC Meeting

9 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday, August 22, 2013

1. Welcome and Introduction

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2. Status Report on 157th Council Meeting Recommendations regarding 
CNMI
3. CNMI Commercial Dock Development Study
    A. Contract and Project Status
    B. Overview of draft Dock Development Plan Study
    i. Existing Conditions (Sites, Loading, Design Criteria, Mooring, 
Berthing, Utilities, etc)
    ii. Land-side support facilities
    a. Outer Cove Mariana
    b. Puerto Rico Dump
    c. Echo Dock
    d. Sea Plan Ramp
    iv. Environmental Consideration and Permits
    v. Discussion on Preferred Site Location
    C. Evaluation of Preliminary Alternatives
    D. Discussion on Preferred Site Location
    4. Council Coral Reef Grant Priorities and Projects
    5. Revising the Large Vessel Closure for CNMI Bottomfish
    6. Other Business
    7. Public Comment
    8. Discussion and Recommendations
    The order in which agenda items are addressed may change. Public 
comment periods will be provided throughout each agenda. The REAC will 
meet as late as necessary to complete scheduled business.

Special Accommodations

    These meetings are physically accessible to people with 
disabilities. Requests for sign language interpretation or other 
auxiliary aids should be directed to Kitty M. Simonds, (808)522-8220 
(voice) or (808)522-8226 (fax), at least 5 days prior to the meeting 
date.

    Authority: 16 U.S.C. 1801 et seq.

    Dated: July 30, 2013.
Tracey L. Thompson,
Acting Deputy Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries, National 
Marine Fisheries Service.
[FR Doc. 2013-18654 Filed 8-1-13; 8:45 am]
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