Notification of a Public Meeting of the Great Lakes Advisory Board, 26247-26248 [2014-10353]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 88 / Wednesday, May 7, 2014 / Notices implementation rule.1 EPA has preliminarily concluded that Maryland’s decision to not include budgets for SO2, VOCs, and ammonia is consistent with the requirements of the transportation conformity rule. That decision does not affect EPA’s adequacy TABLE 1—ON-ROAD MVEBS CONTAINED IN THE MARYLAND PORTION finding for the submitted direct PM and OF THE MARTINSBURG-HAGERS- NOX MVEBs for the Hagerstown TOWN, WV–MD 1997 PM2.5 NON- Maintenance Plan. Please note that an adequacy review ATTAINMENT AREA MAINTENANCE is separate from EPA’s completeness PLAN FOR THE 1997 PM2.5 NAAQS review, and should not be used to prejudge EPA’s ultimate approval action Mobile vehicle Motor vehicle for the SIP. Even if EPA finds the emissions emissions budgets for the Hagerstown budget for budget for Year NOX on-road PM2.5 on-road Maintenance Plan adequate, the SIP emissions emissions could later be disapproved. The finding (tons per year) (tons per year) and the response to comments are 2017 .......... 149.63 4,057.00 available at EPA’s conformity Web site: 2025 .......... 93.35 2,774.63 https://www.epa.gov/otaq/ stateresources/transconf/adequacy.htm. pmangrum on DSK3VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES Web site: https://www.epa.gov/otaq/ stateresources/transconf/adequacy.htm. The adequate direct particulate matter (PM) and nitrogen oxides (NOX) MVEBs are provided in Table 1. Transportation conformity is required by section 176(c) of the Clean Air Act (CAA). EPA’s conformity rule requires that transportation plans, transportation improvement programs, and projects conform to SIPs and establishes the criteria and procedures for determining whether or not they do. Conformity to a SIP means that transportation activities will not produce new air quality violations, worsen existing violations, or delay timely attainment of the national ambient air quality standards. The criteria by which we determine whether a SIP’s MVEBs are adequate for conformity purposes are outlined in 40 CFR 93.118(e)(4). EPA described the process for determining the adequacy of submitted SIP budgets in a July 1, 2004 preamble starting at 69 FR 40038 and used the information in these resources in making this adequacy determination. The State of Maryland did not provide emission budgets for sulfur dioxide (SO2), volatile organic compounds (VOCs), or ammonia for the Hagerstown Maintenance Plan because it concluded that emissions of these precursors from motor vehicles are not significant contributors to the area’s PM2.5 air quality problem. The transportation conformity rule provision at 40 CFR 93.102(b)(2)(v) indicates that conformity does not apply for these precursors, due to the lack of motor vehicle emissions budgets for these precursors and state’s conclusion that motor vehicle emissions of SO2, VOCs, and ammonia do not contribute significantly to the area’s PM2.5 nonattainment problem. This provision of the transportation conformity rule predates and was not disturbed by the January 4, 2013 decision in the litigation on the PM2.5 VerDate Mar<15>2010 18:25 May 06, 2014 Jkt 232001 Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401–7671q. Dated: April 25, 2014. W.C. Early, Acting Regional Administrator, Region III. [FR Doc. 2014–10348 Filed 5–6–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560–50–P ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [FRL–9910–46-Region-5] Notification of a Public Meeting of the Great Lakes Advisory Board Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announces a public meeting of the Great Lakes Advisory Board (Board). The purpose of this meeting is to address administrative matters and discuss further advice to strengthen the effectiveness of the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI). DATES: The public meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 28, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Central Time, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. An opportunity will be provided to the public to comment. SUMMARY: 1 EPA issued conformity regulations to implement the 1997 PM2.5 NAAQS (69 FR 40004, July 1, 2004 and 70 FR 24280, May 6, 2005, respectively). Those actions were not part of the final rule recently remanded to EPA by the Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia in NRDC v. EPA, No. 08–1250 (January 4, 2013), in which the Court remanded to EPA the implementation rule for the PM2.5 NAAQS because it concluded that EPA must implement that NAAQS pursuant to the PM-specific implementation provisions of subpart 4 of Part D of Title I of the CAA, rather than solely under the general provisions of subpart 1. PO 00000 Frm 00049 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 26247 The public meeting will be held at the EPA Region 5 Offices, Lake Michigan Room, twelfth floor, in the Ralph H. Metcalfe Federal Building, 77 W. Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, Illinois, 60604. The teleconference number is: (877) 744–6030; Participant code: 24658751. ADDRESSES: Any member of the public wishing further information regarding this meeting may contact Taylor Fiscus, Acting Designated Federal Officer (DFO), by telephone at 312–353–6059 or email at Fiscus.Taylor@epa.gov. General information on the GLRI and the Board can be found at https://www.glri.us. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background: The Board is a federal advisory committee chartered under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), Public Law 92–463. EPA established the Board in 2013 to provide independent advice to the EPA Administrator in her capacity as Chair of the federal Great Lakes Interagency Task Force (IATF). The Board conducts business in accordance with FACA and related regulations. The Board consists of 18 members appointed by EPA’s Administrator in her capacity as IATF Chair. Members serve as representatives of state, local and tribal government, environmental groups, agriculture, business, transportation, foundations, educational institutions, and as technical experts. The Board held teleconferences and meetings in 2013 to develop recommendations for the FY 2015–2019 GLRI Action Plan. In December 2013, the Board issued its Advisory Report. See https://greatlakesrestoration.us/ advisory/. Availability of Meeting Materials: The agenda and other materials in support of the meeting will be available on the GLRI Web site at https://www.glri.us in advance of the meeting. Procedures for Providing Public Input: Federal advisory committees provide independent advice to federal agencies. Members of the public can submit relevant comments for consideration by the Board. Input from the public to the Board will have the most impact if it provides specific information for the Board to consider. Members of the public wishing to provide comments should contact the Acting DFO directly. Oral Statements: In general, individuals or groups requesting an oral presentation at this public meeting will be limited to three minutes per speaker, subject to the number of people wanting to comment. Interested parties should contact the Acting DFO in writing (preferably via email) at the contact FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: E:\FR\FM\07MYN1.SGM 07MYN1 26248 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 88 / Wednesday, May 7, 2014 / Notices information noted above by May 27, 2014 to be placed on the list of public speakers for the meeting. Written Statements: Written statements must be received by May 27, 2014 so that the information may be made available to the Board for consideration. Written statements should be supplied to the Acting DFO in the following formats: One hard copy with original signature and one electronic copy via email. Commenters are requested to provide two versions of each document submitted: one each with and without signatures because only documents without signatures may be published on the GLRI Web page. Accessibility: For information on access or services for individuals with disabilities, please contact the Acting DFO at the phone number or email address noted above, preferably at least 10 days prior to the meeting, to give EPA as much time as possible to process your request. Dated: April 15, 2014. Cameron Davis, Senior Advisor to the Administrator. BILLING CODE 6560–50–P FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Information Collection Being Reviewed by the Federal Communications Commission Under Delegated Authority Federal Communications Commission. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. AGENCY: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, and as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501– 3520), the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or the Commission) invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collection. Comments are requested concerning: Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Commission, including whether the information shall have practical utility; the accuracy of the Commission’s burden estimate; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information collected; ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on the respondents, including the use of automated pmangrum on DSK3VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES VerDate Mar<15>2010 15:11 May 06, 2014 Jkt 232001 amended. The information is used by FCC staff during inspections and investigations to ensure compliance with applicable rules, statutes, and treaties. In the absence of this recordkeeping requirement, field inspections and investigations related to the solution of cases of harmful interference would be severely hampered and needlessly prolonged due to the inability to quickly obtain vital information used to demodulate spread spectrum transmissions. For additional information about the information collection, contact Cathy Williams at (202) 418–2918. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: OMB Control No.: 3060–0347. Title: Section 97.311, Spread Spectrum (SS) Emission Types. Form No.: Not applicable. Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection. Respondents: Individuals or households. Number of Respondents and Responses: 10 respondents; 10 responses. Estimated Time Per Response: .017 hours (1 minute). Frequency of Response: Recordkeeping requirement. Obligation to Respond: Required to obtain and retain benefits. The statutory authority for this collection of information is contained in 47 U.S.C. 154, 303, 151–155 and 301–609. Total Annual Burden: 1 hour. Annual Cost Burden: None. Privacy Act Impact Assessment: Yes. Nature and Extent of Confidentiality: There is no need for confidentiality with this collection of information. Needs and Uses: The recordkeeping requirement in Section 97.311 is necessary to document all spread spectrum (ss) transmissions by amateur radio operators. This requirement is necessary so that quick resolution of any harmful interference problems can be achieved and to ensure that the station is operating in accordance with the Communications Act of 1934, as AGENCY: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: [FR Doc. 2014–10353 Filed 5–6–14; 8:45 am] SUMMARY: collection techniques or other forms of information technology; and ways to further reduce the information collection burden on small business concerns with fewer than 25 employees. The FCC may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid control number. No person shall be subject to any penalty for failing to comply with a collection of information subject to the PRA that does not display a valid Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number. DATES: Written PRA comments should be submitted on or before July 7, 2014. If you anticipate that you will be submitting comments, but find it difficult to do so within the period of time allowed by this notice, you should advise the contact listed below as soon as possible. ADDRESSES: Direct all PRA comments to Cathy Williams, FCC, via email PRA@fcc.gov <mailto:PRA@fcc.gov> and to Cathy.Williams@fcc.gov <mailto:Cathy.Williams@fcc.gov>. PO 00000 Frm 00050 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Federal Communications Commission. Marlene H. Dortch, Secretary, Office of the Secretary, Office of Managing Director. [FR Doc. 2014–10397 Filed 5–6–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6712–01–P FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Information Collection Being Reviewed by the Federal Communications Commission Federal Communications Commission. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, and as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501– 3520), the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or the Commission) invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collection. Comments are requested concerning: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Commission, including whether the information shall have practical utility; the accuracy of the Commission’s burden estimate; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information collected; ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on the respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology; and ways to further reduce the information collection burden on small business concerns with fewer than 25 employees. The FCC may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid control number. No person shall be subject to any penalty for failing to comply with a collection of information subject to the PRA that does not display a valid Office SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\07MYN1.SGM 07MYN1

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[Federal Register Volume 79, Number 88 (Wednesday, May 7, 2014)]
[Notices]
[Pages 26247-26248]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2014-10353]


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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

[FRL-9910-46-Region-5]


Notification of a Public Meeting of the Great Lakes Advisory 
Board

AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announces a public 
meeting of the Great Lakes Advisory Board (Board). The purpose of this 
meeting is to address administrative matters and discuss further advice 
to strengthen the effectiveness of the Great Lakes Restoration 
Initiative (GLRI).

DATES: The public meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 28, 2014 from 
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Central Time, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern 
Time. An opportunity will be provided to the public to comment.

ADDRESSES: The public meeting will be held at the EPA Region 5 Offices, 
Lake Michigan Room, twelfth floor, in the Ralph H. Metcalfe Federal 
Building, 77 W. Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, Illinois, 60604. The 
teleconference number is: (877) 744-6030; Participant code: 24658751.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Any member of the public wishing 
further information regarding this meeting may contact Taylor Fiscus, 
Acting Designated Federal Officer (DFO), by telephone at 312-353-6059 
or email at Fiscus.Taylor@epa.gov. General information on the GLRI and 
the Board can be found at https://www.glri.us.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
    Background: The Board is a federal advisory committee chartered 
under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), Public Law 92-463. EPA 
established the Board in 2013 to provide independent advice to the EPA 
Administrator in her capacity as Chair of the federal Great Lakes 
Interagency Task Force (IATF). The Board conducts business in 
accordance with FACA and related regulations.
    The Board consists of 18 members appointed by EPA's Administrator 
in her capacity as IATF Chair. Members serve as representatives of 
state, local and tribal government, environmental groups, agriculture, 
business, transportation, foundations, educational institutions, and as 
technical experts.
    The Board held teleconferences and meetings in 2013 to develop 
recommendations for the FY 2015-2019 GLRI Action Plan. In December 
2013, the Board issued its Advisory Report. See https://greatlakesrestoration.us/advisory/.
    Availability of Meeting Materials: The agenda and other materials 
in support of the meeting will be available on the GLRI Web site at 
https://www.glri.us in advance of the meeting.
    Procedures for Providing Public Input: Federal advisory committees 
provide independent advice to federal agencies. Members of the public 
can submit relevant comments for consideration by the Board. Input from 
the public to the Board will have the most impact if it provides 
specific information for the Board to consider. Members of the public 
wishing to provide comments should contact the Acting DFO directly.
    Oral Statements: In general, individuals or groups requesting an 
oral presentation at this public meeting will be limited to three 
minutes per speaker, subject to the number of people wanting to 
comment. Interested parties should contact the Acting DFO in writing 
(preferably via email) at the contact

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information noted above by May 27, 2014 to be placed on the list of 
public speakers for the meeting.
    Written Statements: Written statements must be received by May 27, 
2014 so that the information may be made available to the Board for 
consideration. Written statements should be supplied to the Acting DFO 
in the following formats: One hard copy with original signature and one 
electronic copy via email. Commenters are requested to provide two 
versions of each document submitted: one each with and without 
signatures because only documents without signatures may be published 
on the GLRI Web page.
    Accessibility: For information on access or services for 
individuals with disabilities, please contact the Acting DFO at the 
phone number or email address noted above, preferably at least 10 days 
prior to the meeting, to give EPA as much time as possible to process 
your request.

    Dated: April 15, 2014.
Cameron Davis,
Senior Advisor to the Administrator.
[FR Doc. 2014-10353 Filed 5-6-14; 8:45 am]
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