U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors Notice of Meeting, 54273-54274 [2015-22681]

Download as PDF Lhorne on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with NOTICES Federal Register / Vol. 80, No. 174 / Wednesday, September 9, 2015 / Notices To be eligible for Board membership, individuals must have international travel and tourism marketing experience, be a current or former chief executive officer, chief financial officer, or chief marketing officer or have held an equivalent management position. Additional consideration will be given to individuals who have experience working in U.S. multinational entities with marketing budgets, and who are audit committee financial experts as defined by the Securities and Exchange Commission (in accordance with section 407 of PL 107–204 [15 U.S.C. 7265]). Individuals must be U.S. citizens, and in addition, cannot be federallyregistered lobbyists or registered as a foreign agent under the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended. Those selected for the Board must be able to meet the time and effort commitments of the Board. Board members serve at the discretion of the Secretary of Commerce (who may remove any member of the Board for good cause). The terms of office of each member of the Board appointed by the Secretary shall be 3 years. Board members can serve a maximum of two consecutive full three-year terms. Board members are not considered Federal government employees by virtue of their service as a member of the Board and will receive no compensation from the Federal government for their participation in Board activities. Members participating in Board meetings and events may be paid actual travel expenses and per diem when away from their usual places of residence by Brand USA. To be considered for appointment, please provide the following: 1. Name, title, and personal resume of the individual requesting consideration, including address, email address and phone number; and 2. A brief statement of why the person should be considered for appointment to the Board. This statement should also address the individual’s relevant international travel and tourism marketing experience and indicate clearly the sector or sectors enumerated above in which the individual has the requisite expertise and experience. Individuals who have the requisite expertise and experience in more than one sector can be appointed for only one of those sectors. Appointments of members to the Board will be made by the Secretary of Commerce. Dated: September 3, 2015. Isabel M. Hill, Director, National Travel and Tourism Office. [FR Doc. 2015–22686 Filed 9–3–15; 4:15 pm] BILLING CODE 3510–DR–P VerDate Sep<11>2014 14:19 Sep 08, 2015 Jkt 235001 DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Ocean Exploration Advisory Board Meeting Office of Ocean Exploration and Research (OER), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Department of Commerce. ACTION: Notice of public meeting. AGENCY: This notice sets forth the schedule and proposed agenda of a forthcoming meeting of the Ocean Exploration Advisory Board (OEAB). OEAB members will discuss and provide advice on Federal ocean exploration programs, with a particular emphasis on National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Office of Ocean Exploration and Research (OER) activities, in the areas of: The U.S. Extended Continental Shelf Project, current and future exploration priorities, NOAA’s ocean exploration partnerships, the next National Forum on Ocean Exploration, and other matters as described in the agenda found on the OEAB Web site at https://oeab.noaa.gov. DATES: The announced meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 1, 2015 from 8:30 a.m.–5:15 p.m. EDT, and Friday, October 2, 2015 from 8:30 a.m.– 12:25 p.m. EDT. ADDRESSES: The meeting will be held at the University of Rhode Island Graduate School of Oceanography Coastal Institute, Hazards Room 215, South Ferry Road, Narragansett, RI 02882. Status: The meeting will be open to public participation with a 15-minute public comment period on Friday, October 2, 2015 at 10:15 a.m. EDT (please check the agenda on the Web site to confirm the time). The OEAB expects that public statements at its meetings will not be repetitive of previously submitted verbal or written statements. In general, each individual or group making a verbal presentation will be limited to three minutes. The Designated Federal Officer must receive written comments by September 23, 2015 to provide sufficient time for OEAB review. Written comments received after September 23, 2015 will be distributed to the OEAB but may not be reviewed prior to the meeting date. Seats will be available on a first-come first-served basis. Special Accomodations: These meetings are physically accessible to people with disabilities. Requests for sign language interpretation or other auxiliary aids should be directed to David McKinnie, Designated Federal SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 54273 Officer, at (206) 526–6950 by September 16, 2015. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. David McKinnie, Designated Federal Officer, Ocean Exploration Advisory Board, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, 7600 Sand Point Way NE., Seattle, WA 98115, (206) 526–6950. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: NOAA established the OEAB under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) and legislation that gives the agency statutory authority to operate an ocean exploration program and to coordinate a national program of ocean exploration. The OEAB advises NOAA leadership on strategic planning, exploration priorities, competitive ocean exploration grant programs, and other matters as the NOAA Administrator requests. OEAB members represent government agencies, the private sector, academic institutions, and not-for-profit institutions involved in all facets of ocean exploration—from advanced technology to citizen exploration. In addition to advising NOAA leadership, NOAA expects the OEAB to help to define and develop a national program of ocean exploration—a network of stakeholders and partnerships advancing national priorities for ocean exploration. Dated: September 1, 2015. Jason Donaldson, Chief Financial Officer, Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. [FR Doc. 2015–22688 Filed 9–8–15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510–KA–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Department of the Air Force U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors Notice of Meeting U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors, Department of the Air Force, DoD. ACTION: Meeting notice. AGENCY: In accordance with 10 U.S.C. 9355, the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) Board of Visitors (BoV) will hold a meeting at the Falcon Club, U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, CO, on September 25, 2015. On Friday, the meeting will begin at 9:00 a.m. The meeting is scheduled to close to the public at 2:00 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to review morale and discipline, social climate, curriculum, instruction, infrastructure, fiscal affairs, SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\09SEN1.SGM 09SEN1 Lhorne on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with NOTICES 54274 Federal Register / Vol. 80, No. 174 / Wednesday, September 9, 2015 / Notices academic methods, and other matters relating to the Academy. Specific topics for this meeting include a Superintendent’s Update; USAFA Academics Update; Outreach Subcommittee brief. In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552b, as amended, and 41 CFR 102–3.155, one session of this meeting shall be closed to the public because it involves matters covered by subsection (c)(6) of 5 U.S.C. 552b. Public attendance at the open portions of this USAFA BoV meeting shall be accommodated on a first-come, firstserved basis up to the reasonable and safe capacity of the meeting room. In addition, any member of the public wishing to provide input to the USAFA BoV should submit a written statement in accordance with 41 CFR 102–3.140(c) and section 10(a)(3) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act and the procedures described in this paragraph. Written statements must address the following details: The issue, discussion, and a recommended course of action. Supporting documentation may also be included as needed to establish the appropriate historical context and provide any necessary background information. Written statements can be submitted to the Designated Federal Officer (DFO) at the Air Force address detailed below at any time. However, if a written statement is not received at least 10 calendar days before the first day of the meeting which is the subject of this notice, then it may not be provided to or considered by the BoV until its next open meeting. The DFO will review all timely submissions with the BoV Chairman and ensure they are provided to members of the BoV before the meeting that is the subject of this notice. If after review of timely submitted written comments and the BoV Chairman and DFO deem appropriate, they may choose to invite the submitter of the written comments to orally present the issue during an open portion of the BoV meeting that is the subject of this notice. Members of the BoV may also petition the Chairman to allow specific personnel to make oral presentations before the BoV. In accordance with 41 CFR 102–3.140(d), any oral presentations before the BoV shall be in accordance with agency guidelines provided pursuant to a written invitation and this paragraph. Direct questioning of BoV members or meeting participants by the public is not permitted except with the approval of the DFO and Chairman. For the benefit of the public, rosters that list the names of BoV members and any releasable materials presented during the open VerDate Sep<11>2014 14:19 Sep 08, 2015 Jkt 235001 portions of this BoV meeting shall be made available upon request. Contact Information: For additional information or to attend this BoV meeting, contact Lt Col Jeffrey Rosa, Accessions and Training Division, AF/ A1PT, 1040 Air Force Pentagon, Washington, DC 20330, (703) 695–6711, Jeffrey.T.Rosa.mil@mail.mil. Henry Williams Jr., Civ, DAF, Acting Air Force Federal Register Liaison Officer. [FR Doc. 2015–22681 Filed 9–8–15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 5001–10–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary Renewal of Department of Defense Federal Advisory Committees Department of Defense. Renewal of Federal Advisory Committee. AGENCY: ACTION: The Department of Defense (DoD) is publishing this notice to announce that it is renewing the charter for the Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program Scientific Advisory Board (‘‘the Board’’). FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jim Freeman, Advisory Committee Management Officer for the Department of Defense, 703–692–5952. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This committee’s charter is being renewed pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 2904 and in accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) of 1972 (5 U.S.C., Appendix, as amended) and 41 CFR 102–3.50(a). The Board is a non-discretionary Federal advisory committee. Pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 2904(e), the Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program Council (‘‘the Council’’) shall refer to the Board, and the Board shall review, each proposed research project including its estimated cost, for research in and development of technologies related to environmental activities in excess of $1,000,000. The Council, pursuant to its responsibilities under 10 U.S.C. 2902(d)(1) and in an effort to enhance the Board’s review process, has lowered the dollar threshold for referral by the Council to the Board to any proposed research project in excess of $900,000. The Board shall make any recommendations to the Council that the Board considers appropriate regarding such project or proposal. The Board may make recommendations to the Council regarding technologies, research, SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 projects, programs, activities, and, if appropriate, funding within the scope of the Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program. In addition, the Board shall assist and advise the Council in identifying the environmental data and analytical assistance activities that should be covered by the policies and procedures prescribed pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 2902(d)(1). The Board may make recommendations to the Council regarding technologies, research, projects, programs, activities, and, if appropriate, funding within the scope of the Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program. In addition, the Board shall assist and advise the Council in identifying the environmental data and analytical assistance activities that should be covered by the policies and procedures prescribed pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 2902(d)(1). The Department of Defense (DoD), through the Office of the USD(AT&L) and the Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program, provides support for the Board’s performance functions and ensures compliance with the requirements of the FACA, the Government in the Sunshine Act of 1976 (5 U.S.C. 552b, as amended) (‘‘the Sunshine Act’’), governing Federal statutes and regulations, and established DoD policies and procedures. Pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 2904(a), the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Energy, in consultation with the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, shall jointly appoint not less than six and not more than 14 members. Pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 2904(b), the Board membership shall be composed of the following: a. Permanent members of the Board are the Science Advisor to the President and the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration or their respective designees; b. Non-permanent members of the Board shall be appointed from among persons eminent in the fields of basic sciences, engineering, ocean and environmental sciences, education, research management, international and security affairs, health physics, health sciences, or social sciences, with due regard given to the equitable representation of scientists and engineers who are women or who represent minority groups. One such member of the Board shall be a representative of environmental public interest groups, and one such member E:\FR\FM\09SEN1.SGM 09SEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 174 (Wednesday, September 9, 2015)]
[Notices]
[Pages 54273-54274]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2015-22681]


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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Department of the Air Force


U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors Notice of Meeting

AGENCY: U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors, Department of the Air 
Force, DoD.

ACTION: Meeting notice.

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SUMMARY: In accordance with 10 U.S.C. 9355, the U.S. Air Force Academy 
(USAFA) Board of Visitors (BoV) will hold a meeting at the Falcon Club, 
U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, CO, on September 25, 2015. On 
Friday, the meeting will begin at 9:00 a.m. The meeting is scheduled to 
close to the public at 2:00 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to 
review morale and discipline, social climate, curriculum, instruction, 
infrastructure, fiscal affairs,

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academic methods, and other matters relating to the Academy. Specific 
topics for this meeting include a Superintendent's Update; USAFA 
Academics Update; Outreach Subcommittee brief. In accordance with 5 
U.S.C. 552b, as amended, and 41 CFR 102-3.155, one session of this 
meeting shall be closed to the public because it involves matters 
covered by subsection (c)(6) of 5 U.S.C. 552b. Public attendance at the 
open portions of this USAFA BoV meeting shall be accommodated on a 
first-come, first-served basis up to the reasonable and safe capacity 
of the meeting room. In addition, any member of the public wishing to 
provide input to the USAFA BoV should submit a written statement in 
accordance with 41 CFR 102-3.140(c) and section 10(a)(3) of the Federal 
Advisory Committee Act and the procedures described in this paragraph. 
Written statements must address the following details: The issue, 
discussion, and a recommended course of action. Supporting 
documentation may also be included as needed to establish the 
appropriate historical context and provide any necessary background 
information. Written statements can be submitted to the Designated 
Federal Officer (DFO) at the Air Force address detailed below at any 
time. However, if a written statement is not received at least 10 
calendar days before the first day of the meeting which is the subject 
of this notice, then it may not be provided to or considered by the BoV 
until its next open meeting. The DFO will review all timely submissions 
with the BoV Chairman and ensure they are provided to members of the 
BoV before the meeting that is the subject of this notice. If after 
review of timely submitted written comments and the BoV Chairman and 
DFO deem appropriate, they may choose to invite the submitter of the 
written comments to orally present the issue during an open portion of 
the BoV meeting that is the subject of this notice. Members of the BoV 
may also petition the Chairman to allow specific personnel to make oral 
presentations before the BoV. In accordance with 41 CFR 102-3.140(d), 
any oral presentations before the BoV shall be in accordance with 
agency guidelines provided pursuant to a written invitation and this 
paragraph. Direct questioning of BoV members or meeting participants by 
the public is not permitted except with the approval of the DFO and 
Chairman. For the benefit of the public, rosters that list the names of 
BoV members and any releasable materials presented during the open 
portions of this BoV meeting shall be made available upon request.
    Contact Information: For additional information or to attend this 
BoV meeting, contact Lt Col Jeffrey Rosa, Accessions and Training 
Division, AF/A1PT, 1040 Air Force Pentagon, Washington, DC 20330, (703) 
695-6711, Jeffrey.T.Rosa.mil@mail.mil">Jeffrey.T.Rosa.mil@mail.mil.

Henry Williams Jr.,
Civ, DAF, Acting Air Force Federal Register Liaison Officer.
[FR Doc. 2015-22681 Filed 9-8-15; 8:45 am]
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