Notice of Temporary Closure on Public Lands in Elmore County, ID, 10550-10551 [2014-04052]

Download as PDF 10550 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 37 / Tuesday, February 25, 2014 / Notices emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with NOTICES 1. Issues to be resolved in the plan amendment; 2. Issues to be resolved through policy or administrative action; or 3. Issues beyond the scope of this plan amendment. The BLM will provide an explanation in the Draft EIS as to why an issue was placed in category two or three. The public is also encouraged to help identify any management questions and concerns that should be addressed in the plan. The BLM will work collaboratively with interested parties to identify the management decisions that are best suited to local, regional, and national needs and concerns. Parties interested in leasing and developing Federal coal in the planning area should provide coal resource data for their area(s) of interest. Specifically, information is requested on the location, quality, and quantity of Federal coal with development potential, and on surface resource values related to the 20 coal unsuitability criteria described in 43 CFR part 3461. This information will be used for any necessary updating of coal screening determinations in the planning area. The coal screening process is described in 43 CFR 3420.1– 4. Proprietary data marked as confidential may be submitted in response to this call for coal information. Please submit all proprietary information submissions to the address listed above. The BLM will treat submissions marked as ‘‘Confidential’’ in accordance with applicable laws and regulations governing the confidentiality of such information. The BLM will use an interdisciplinary approach to develop the plan amendment in order to consider the variety of resource issues and concerns identified. Specialists with expertise in the following disciplines will be involved in the planning process: Rangeland management, minerals and geology, outdoor recreation, archaeology, paleontology, wildlife, migratory birds, vegetation, special status species, air quality, lands and realty, hydrology, soils, sociology and economics. Authority: 40 CFR 1501.7 and 43 CFR 1610.2. Aden L. Seidlitz, Associate State Director. [FR Doc. 2014–04051 Filed 2–24–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310–FB–P VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:58 Feb 24, 2014 Jkt 232001 DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Land Management [LLIDC00000. 14XL1109AF. L101000000. MU0000. 241A; 4500062009] Notice of Public Meeting, Coeur d’Alene District Resource Advisory Council Meeting; Idaho Bureau of Land Management, Interior. ACTION: Notice of public meeting. AGENCY: In accordance with the Federal Land Policy and Management Act (FLPMA) and the Federal Advisory Committee Act of 1972 (FACA), the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Coeur d’Alene District Resource Advisory Council (RAC) will meet as indicated below. DATES: March 27, 2014. The RAC meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. and end no later than 3:30 p.m. The public comment period will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The meeting will be held at the Coeur d’Alene BLM District Office located at 3815 Schreiber Way, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho 83815. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Suzanne Endsley, RAC Coordinator, BLM Coeur d’Alene District, 3815 Schreiber Way, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho 83815 or telephone at (208) 769–5004. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The 15member RAC advises the Secretary of the Interior, through the Bureau of Land Management, on a variety of planning and management issues associated with public land management in Idaho. The agenda will include the following main topics: The Clearwater National Forest will present a proposal to increase recreation fees at specific sites on the Forest (Recreation RAC Subcommittee will convene); updates from the Cottonwood and Coeur d’Alene Field Offices; presentations on hazardous fuels reduction and forestry projects. Additional agenda topics or changes to the agenda will be announced in local press releases. More information is available at https://www.blm.gov/id/st/ en/get_involved/resource_advisory/ coeur_d_alene_district.html. All meetings are open to the public. The public may present written comments to the RAC in advance of the meeting or during the scheduled public forum the day of the meeting. Each formal RAC meeting has allocated time for receiving public comments. Depending upon the number of persons wishing to comment and time available, the time for individual oral comments may be limited. Individuals who plan to attend and need special assistance, such SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00085 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 as sign language interpretation or other reasonable accommodations, should contact the BLM as provided above. Dated: February 14, 2014. Kurt Pavlat, Coeur d’Alene Field Manager. [FR Doc. 2014–04004 Filed 2–24–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310–GG–P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Land Management [14X LLIDB00200 LF2200000.JS0000 LFESHUJ60000] Notice of Temporary Closure on Public Lands in Elmore County, ID Bureau of Land Management, Interior. ACTION: Notice of Temporary Closure. AGENCY: Notice is hereby given that the Pony and Elk fires temporary closures to motorized vehicles and winter uses are in effect on public lands administered by the Four Rivers Field Office, Bureau of Land Management (BLM). DATES: The temporary motorized vehicle closure will be in effect on February 25, 2014 and will remain in effect for up to 3 years, or until rescinded or modified by the authorized officer, whichever comes first. The all-entry closure will be in effect January 1 through April 30, 2014, and January 1 through April 30, 2015. Depending on the rate of recovery of the area and condition of the wintering elk and mule deer populations, the all-entry closure may be unnecessary in 2015. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Terry Humphrey, Four Rivers Field Manager, at 3948 Development Avenue, Boise, ID 83705, via email at thumphrey@blm.gov, or phone 208– 384–3430. Persons who use a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal Information Relay Service (FIRS) at 1–800–877–8339 to contact the above individuals during normal business hours. The FIRS is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to leave a message or question with the above individuals. You will receive a reply during normal business hours. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The temporary closures affect BLMadministered lands burned August 8– 31, 2013, by the Pony and Elk fires, located approximately 10 miles north of Mountain Home, Idaho. The parcels of public lands affected by these closures, depicted on the Pony and Elk Fires Temporary Closure Area Map, dated SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\25FEN1.SGM 25FEN1 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 37 / Tuesday, February 25, 2014 / Notices September 26, 2013, located at the Boise District BLM Office in Boise, Idaho, are situated in portions of: emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with NOTICES T. 1 N., R. 4 E., section 1; T. 1 N., R. 5 E., sections 1, 4, 7, 12, 13 (inclusive), 14, 18, 22, 23, 24 (inclusive), 25, 26, 27 and 28; T. 1 N., R. 6 E., sections 6, 7, 19, 20, 29, 30, 31, 32 (inclusive), and 33 (inclusive); T. 1 N., R. 8 E., section 30; T. 1 N., R. 9 E., sections 1 (inclusive) and 12; T. 2 N., R. 4 E., sections 24 and 25; T. 2 N., R. 5 E., sections 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, and 35; T. 2 N., R. 10 E., sections 8, 18, and 19; T. 1 S., R. 5 E., section 1; T. 1 S., R. 6 E., sections 1 (inclusive), 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 (inclusive), 10, 11–12 (inclusive), 13, 14 (inclusive), 17, 20, 22, 23 (inclusive), 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 33, 34, and 35; T. 1 S., R. 7 E., sections 4 (inclusive), 5, 6– 9 (inclusive), 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28 (inclusive), 29, 30, 31, 32, 33–34 (inclusive), and 35; T. 1 S., R. 8 E., sections 6, 27, and 31; T. 2 S., R. 6 E., sections 1, 2–3 (inclusive), 4, 9, 10, 11, 12, and 13; T. 2 S., R. 7 E., sections 1–4 (inclusive), 5, 6–9 (inclusive), 10, 11 (inclusive), 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, and 27; T. 2 S., R. 8 E., sections 4, 5, 6 (inclusive), 7, 8 (inclusive), 9, 15, 17–18 (inclusive), 19, 20, 21, and 30; Boise Meridian, Idaho. The temporary closure area described herein encompasses approximately 54,200 acres in Elmore County, Idaho. The closures are intended to protect critical winter habitat for elk and mule deer as well as important year-long sagegrouse habitat. The motorized vehicle closure will help to slow the spread of noxious weeds; allow planted shrub, forb, and grass species to become established; and allow existing plants to recover. The all-entry closure will reduce human disturbance to wintering elk and mule deer. The closures will help ensure the long-term viability of habitat for wildlife populations in the area. The BLM will post closure signs at gates, main access points, key perimeter locations and main entry points to the closed areas. The closure notice will also be posted in the Boise District BLM office. Maps of the affected area and other documents associated with this closure are available at the Boise District BLM Office, 3948 Development Avenue, Boise, Idaho 83705 and on the BLM Idaho Web site https://www.blm.gov/id/ st/en/advisories-closures.html. Under the authority of Section 303(a) of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1733(a)), 43 CFR 8360.0–7, and 43 CFR 8364.1, the BLM will enforce the following rules within the closure: VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:58 Feb 24, 2014 Jkt 232001 Throughout the temporary closure period, motorized vehicles must not be used within the closed area. Motorized vehicles are allowed within the closed area on Idaho State Highway 20, the Long Tom Reservoir Road, and roads maintained by the Mountain Home and Glenns Ferry Highway Districts. Between January 1, 2014, and April 30, 2014, and January 1, 2015, and April 30, 2015, no unauthorized persons will be allowed in the closed area except on the aforementioned roads. Exemptions: The following persons are exempt from this order: Federal, State, and local officers and employees in the performance of their official duties; members of organized rescue or fire-fighting forces in the performance of their official duties; and persons with written authorization from the BLM. Penalties: Any person who violates the above rule may be tried before a United States Magistrate and fined, not to exceed $1,000, imprisoned for no more than 12 months, or both. Violators may also be subject to the enhanced fines provided for in 18 U.S.C. 3571. Authority: 43 CFR 8360.0–7; 43 CFR 8364.1 Terry Humphrey, Four Rivers Field Manager. [FR Doc. 2014–04052 Filed 2–24–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310–GG–P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Land Management [OR LLOPM00100 14X L63340000 HD0000 HAG14–0011] Call for Nominations, Western Oregon, Medford District Resource Advisory Committee Bureau of Land Management, Interior. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: The Secretary of the Interior is requesting four nominations for representatives to serve on the Medford District Resource Advisory Committee (RAC). The Committee will advise the Secretary, through the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), on the selection and prioritization of projects funded under Title II of the Secure Rural Schools and Community SelfDetermination Act. The BLM will accept public nominations for 45 days after the publication of this notice. DATES: Submit nomination packages to the address listed below, on or before March 27, 2014. SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00086 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 10551 Advisory Committee nomination forms are available at the BLM Medford District Office and also on www.blm.gov/or/rac. Send completed nomination forms to Jim Whittington, BLM Medford District Office, 3040 Biddle Road, Medford, OR 97504, 541–618–2200. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Stephen Baker, BLM Oregon State Office, P.O. Box 2965, Portland, OR 97208, 503–808–6306; sabaker@ blm.gov. Persons who use a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal Information Relay Service (FIRS) at 1–800–877–8339 to contact the above individual during normal business hours. The FIRS is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to leave a message or question with the above individual. You will receive a reply during normal business hours. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Secure Rural Schools and Community Self Determination Act was extended to provide stability for local counties by compensating them, in part, for the decrease in funds formerly derived from the harvest of timber on Federal lands. Pursuant to the Act, five Committees serve western Oregon BLM districts that contain Oregon and California grant lands and Coos Bay Wagon Road grant lands. Committees consist of 15 local citizens representing a wide array of interests. The RACs provide a mechanism for local community collaboration with Federal land managers as they select projects to be conducted on Federal lands or that will benefit resources on Federal lands using funds under Title II of the Act. Committee membership must be balanced in terms of the categories of interest represented. Prospective members are advised that membership on a RAC calls for a substantial commitment of time and energy. Any individual or organization may nominate one or more persons to serve on the Committee. Individuals may also nominate themselves or others. Nominees must reside within one of the counties that are (in whole or in part) within the BLM District boundaries of the Committee on which membership is sought. Nominees will be evaluated based on their education, training, and experience relating to land use issues and knowledge of the geographical area of the Committee. Nominees must also demonstrate a commitment to collaborative resource decision-making. The Obama Administration prohibits individuals who are currently federally registered lobbyists from serving on all Federal Advisory Committee Act ADDRESSES: E:\FR\FM\25FEN1.SGM 25FEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 79, Number 37 (Tuesday, February 25, 2014)]
[Notices]
[Pages 10550-10551]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2014-04052]


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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR

Bureau of Land Management

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Notice of Temporary Closure on Public Lands in Elmore County, ID

AGENCY: Bureau of Land Management, Interior.

ACTION: Notice of Temporary Closure.

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SUMMARY: Notice is hereby given that the Pony and Elk fires temporary 
closures to motorized vehicles and winter uses are in effect on public 
lands administered by the Four Rivers Field Office, Bureau of Land 
Management (BLM).

DATES: The temporary motorized vehicle closure will be in effect on 
February 25, 2014 and will remain in effect for up to 3 years, or until 
rescinded or modified by the authorized officer, whichever comes first. 
The all-entry closure will be in effect January 1 through April 30, 
2014, and January 1 through April 30, 2015. Depending on the rate of 
recovery of the area and condition of the wintering elk and mule deer 
populations, the all-entry closure may be unnecessary in 2015.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Terry Humphrey, Four Rivers Field 
Manager, at 3948 Development Avenue, Boise, ID 83705, via email at 
thumphrey@blm.gov, or phone 208-384-3430. Persons who use a 
telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal 
Information Relay Service (FIRS) at 1-800-877-8339 to contact the above 
individuals during normal business hours. The FIRS is available 24 
hours a day, seven days a week, to leave a message or question with the 
above individuals. You will receive a reply during normal business 
hours.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The temporary closures affect BLM-
administered lands burned August 8-31, 2013, by the Pony and Elk fires, 
located approximately 10 miles north of Mountain Home, Idaho. The 
parcels of public lands affected by these closures, depicted on the 
Pony and Elk Fires Temporary Closure Area Map, dated

[[Page 10551]]

September 26, 2013, located at the Boise District BLM Office in Boise, 
Idaho, are situated in portions of:

T. 1 N., R. 4 E., section 1;
T. 1 N., R. 5 E., sections 1, 4, 7, 12, 13 (inclusive), 14, 18, 22, 
23, 24 (inclusive), 25, 26, 27 and 28;
T. 1 N., R. 6 E., sections 6, 7, 19, 20, 29, 30, 31, 32 (inclusive), 
and 33 (inclusive);
T. 1 N., R. 8 E., section 30;
T. 1 N., R. 9 E., sections 1 (inclusive) and 12;
T. 2 N., R. 4 E., sections 24 and 25;
T. 2 N., R. 5 E., sections 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, and 35;
T. 2 N., R. 10 E., sections 8, 18, and 19;
T. 1 S., R. 5 E., section 1;
T. 1 S., R. 6 E., sections 1 (inclusive), 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 
(inclusive), 10, 11-12 (inclusive), 13, 14 (inclusive), 17, 20, 22, 
23 (inclusive), 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 33, 34, and 35;
T. 1 S., R. 7 E., sections 4 (inclusive), 5, 6-9 (inclusive), 13, 
14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28 (inclusive), 29, 
30, 31, 32, 33-34 (inclusive), and 35;
T. 1 S., R. 8 E., sections 6, 27, and 31;
T. 2 S., R. 6 E., sections 1, 2-3 (inclusive), 4, 9, 10, 11, 12, and 
13;
T. 2 S., R. 7 E., sections 1-4 (inclusive), 5, 6-9 (inclusive), 10, 
11 (inclusive), 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, and 
27;
T. 2 S., R. 8 E., sections 4, 5, 6 (inclusive), 7, 8 (inclusive), 9, 
15, 17-18 (inclusive), 19, 20, 21, and 30; Boise Meridian, Idaho.

    The temporary closure area described herein encompasses 
approximately 54,200 acres in Elmore County, Idaho. The closures are 
intended to protect critical winter habitat for elk and mule deer as 
well as important year-long sage-grouse habitat. The motorized vehicle 
closure will help to slow the spread of noxious weeds; allow planted 
shrub, forb, and grass species to become established; and allow 
existing plants to recover. The all-entry closure will reduce human 
disturbance to wintering elk and mule deer. The closures will help 
ensure the long-term viability of habitat for wildlife populations in 
the area. The BLM will post closure signs at gates, main access points, 
key perimeter locations and main entry points to the closed areas. The 
closure notice will also be posted in the Boise District BLM office. 
Maps of the affected area and other documents associated with this 
closure are available at the Boise District BLM Office, 3948 
Development Avenue, Boise, Idaho 83705 and on the BLM Idaho Web site 
https://www.blm.gov/id/st/en/advisories-closures.html. Under the 
authority of Section 303(a) of the Federal Land Policy and Management 
Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1733(a)), 43 CFR 8360.0-7, and 43 CFR 8364.1, 
the BLM will enforce the following rules within the closure:
    Throughout the temporary closure period, motorized vehicles must 
not be used within the closed area.
    Motorized vehicles are allowed within the closed area on Idaho 
State Highway 20, the Long Tom Reservoir Road, and roads maintained by 
the Mountain Home and Glenns Ferry Highway Districts.
    Between January 1, 2014, and April 30, 2014, and January 1, 2015, 
and April 30, 2015, no unauthorized persons will be allowed in the 
closed area except on the aforementioned roads.
    Exemptions: The following persons are exempt from this order: 
Federal, State, and local officers and employees in the performance of 
their official duties; members of organized rescue or fire-fighting 
forces in the performance of their official duties; and persons with 
written authorization from the BLM.
    Penalties: Any person who violates the above rule may be tried 
before a United States Magistrate and fined, not to exceed $1,000, 
imprisoned for no more than 12 months, or both. Violators may also be 
subject to the enhanced fines provided for in 18 U.S.C. 3571.

    Authority: 43 CFR 8360.0-7; 43 CFR 8364.1

Terry Humphrey,
Four Rivers Field Manager.
[FR Doc. 2014-04052 Filed 2-24-14; 8:45 am]
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