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AGENCY
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National Environmental Education
Advisory Council
Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA).
ACTION: Notice.
AGENCY:
The U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA or Agency)
office of Public Engagement and
Environmental Education is soliciting
applications for environmental
education professionals for
consideration to serve on the National
Environmental Education Advisory
Council (NEEAC). There are up to
eleven vacancies on the Advisory
Council that must be filled. Additional
avenues and resources may be utilized
in the solicitation of applications. In an
effort to obtain nominations of diverse
candidates, EPA encourages
nominations of women and men of all
racial and ethnic groups.
DATES: Applications date is extended
thru April 29, 2016.
ADDRESSES: Submit non-electronic
application materials to Javier Araujo,
Designated Federal Officer, National
Environmental Education Advisory
Council, U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency, Office of Public Engagement
and Environmental Education (MC
1704A), 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW.,
Room 1426 (WJCN), Washington, DC
20460, Phone: (202) 564–2642, Fax (202)
564–2753, email: araujo.javier@epa.gov.
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For
information regarding this Request for
Nominations, please contact Mr. Javier
Araujo, Designated Federal Officer,
araujo.javier@epa.gov, 202–564–2642,
U.S. EPA, Office of Environmental
Education, William Jefferson Clinton
North Room 1426, 1200 Pennsylvania
Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20460.
General Information concerning
NEEAC can be found on the EPA Web
site at: https://www2.epa.gov/education/
national-environmental-educationadvisory-council.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The
National Environmental Education Act
requires that the council be comprised
of (11) members appointed by the
Administrator of the EPA. Members
represent a balance of perspectives,
professional qualifications, and
experience. The Act specifies that
members must represent the following
sectors: Primary and secondary
education (one of whom shall be a
classroom teacher), two members;
colleges and universities, two members;
business and industry, two members;
non-profit organizations, two members;
state departments of education and
natural resources, two members, and
one member to represent senior
Americans. Members are chosen to
represent various geographic regions of
the country, and the Council strives for
a diverse representation. The
professional backgrounds of Council
members should include education,
science, policy, or other appropriate
disciplines. Each member of the Council
shall hold office for a one (1) to three
(3) year period. Members are expected
to participate in up to two (2) meetings
per year and monthly or more
conference calls per year. Members of
the council shall receive compensation
and allowances, including travel
expenses at a rate fixed by the
Administrator.
Expertise Sought: The NEEAC staff
office seeks candidates with
demonstrated experience and or
knowledge in any of the following
environmental education issue areas: (a)
Integrating environmental education
into state and local education reform
and improvement; (b) state, local and
tribal level capacity building for
environmental education; (c) crosssector partnerships to foster
environmental education; (d) leveraging
resources for environmental education;
(e) design and implementation of
environmental education research; (f)
evaluation methodology; professional
development for teachers and other
education professionals; and targeting
under-represented audiences, including
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low-income, multi-cultural, senior
citizens and other adults.
The NEEAC is best served by a
structurally and geographically diverse
group of individuals. Each individual
will demonstrate the ability to make a
time commitment. In addition, the
individual will demonstrate both strong
leadership and analytical skills. Also,
strong writing skills, communication
skills and the ability to evaluate
programs in an unbiased manner are
essential. Team players, which can meet
deadlines and review items on short
notice are ideal candidates.
How to apply: Any interested and
qualified individuals may be considered
for appointment on the National
Environmental Education Advisory
Council. In order to apply, the following
four items should be submitted in
electronic format to the Designated
Federal Officer, Javier Araujo,
araujo.javier@epa.gov and contain the
following: (1) Contact information
including name, address, phone and fax
numbers and an email address; (2) a
curriculum vitae or resume; (3) the
specific area of expertise in
environmental education and the sector
or slot the applicant is applying for; (4)
recent service on other national
advisory committees or national
professional organizations; a one page
commentary on the applicant’s
philosophy regarding the need for,
development, implementation and or
management of environmental
education nationally.
Persons having questions about the
application procedure or who are
unable to submit applications by
electronic means, should contact Javier
Araujo (DFO), at the contact information
provided above in this notice. Nonelectronic submissions must contain the
same information as the electronic. The
NEEAC staff Office will acknowledge
receipt of the application. The NEEAC
staff office will develop a short list of
candidates for more detailed
consideration. The short list candidates
will be required to fill out the
Confidential Disclosure Form for
Special Government Employees serving
Federal Advisory Committees at the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
(EPA form 3110–48). This confidential
form allows government officials to
determine whether there is a statutory
conflict between that person’s public
responsibilities (which include
membership on a Federal Advisory
Committee) and private interests and
activities and the appearance of a lack
of impartiality as defined by Federal
regulation. The form may be viewed and
downloaded from the following URL
address. Please note this form is not an
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intranet.epa.gov/ogc/ethics/EPA311048ver3.pdf.
Dated: April 11, 2016.
Sarah Sowell,
Deputy Director, Office of Environmental
Education.
Javier Araujo,
Designated Federal Officer.
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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 Commission)
invites the general public and other
Federal agencies to take this
opportunity to comment on the
following information collections.
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 OMB 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 OMB
control number.
DATES: Written PRA comments should
be submitted on or before June 14, 2016.
If you anticipate that you will be
submitting comments, but find it
difficult to do so within the period of
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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 and to Cathy.Williams@fcc.gov.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For
additional information about the
information collection, contact Cathy
Williams at (202) 418–2918.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
OMB Control Number: 3060–1190.
Title: Section 87.287(b), Aeronautical
Advisory Stations (Unicoms)—
‘‘Squitters.’’
Form No.: N/A.
Respondents: Business or other forprofit entities, not for profit institutions
and state, local or tribal government.
Number of Respondents and
Responses: 200 respondents; 200
responses.
Estimated Time per Response: 1 hour.
Frequency of Response: On-occasion
reporting requirement and third party
disclosure requirement.
Total Annual Burden: 85 hours.
Annual Cost Burden: $28,750.
Obligation to Respond: Require to
obtain or retain benefits. The statutory
authority for this collection is contained
in 47 U.S.C. 151, 154(i), 154(j), 155, 157,
225, 303(r), and 309 of the
Communications Act of 1934, as
amended.
Privacy Act Impact Assessment: No
impact(s).
Nature and Extent of Confidentiality:
There is no need for confidentiality with
this collection of information.
Needs and Uses: Section 87.287(b)
requires that before submitting an
application for an aircraft data link land
test station, an applicant must obtain
written permission from the licensee of
the aeronautical enroute stations serving
the areas in which the aircraft data link
land test station will operate on a cochannel basis. The Commission may
request an applicant to provide
documentation as to this fact.
The written permissions will aid the
Commission in ensuring that licensees
are complying with its policies and
rules, while allowing the owners of
antenna structures and other aviation
obstacles to use Audio Visual Warning
Systems (AVWS) stations, thereby
helping aircraft avoid potential
collisions and enhancing aviation
safety, without causing harmful
interference to other communications.
Federal Communications Commission.
Marlene H. Dortch,
Secretary, Office of the Secretary.
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COMMISSION
[OMB 3060–0179 and 3060–0500]
Information Collections Being
Reviewed by the Federal
Communications Commission
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
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
of Management and Budget (OMB)
control number.
DATES: Written PRA comments should
be submitted on or before June 14, 2016.
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 and to Cathy.Williams@fcc.gov.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For
additional information about the
information collection, contact Cathy
Williams at (202) 418–2918.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
OMB Control Number: 3060–0179.
Title: Section 73.1590, Equipment
Performance Measurements.
SUMMARY:
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
[FRL-9945-16-OA]
National Environmental Education Advisory Council
AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
ACTION: Notice.
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SUMMARY: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency)
office of Public Engagement and Environmental Education is soliciting
applications for environmental education professionals for
consideration to serve on the National Environmental Education Advisory
Council (NEEAC). There are up to eleven vacancies on the Advisory
Council that must be filled. Additional avenues and resources may be
utilized in the solicitation of applications. In an effort to obtain
nominations of diverse candidates, EPA encourages nominations of women
and men of all racial and ethnic groups.
DATES: Applications date is extended thru April 29, 2016.
ADDRESSES: Submit non-electronic application materials to Javier
Araujo, Designated Federal Officer, National Environmental Education
Advisory Council, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Public Engagement and Environmental Education (MC 1704A), 1200
Pennsylvania Ave. NW., Room 1426 (WJCN), Washington, DC 20460, Phone:
(202) 564-2642, Fax (202) 564-2753, email: araujo.javier@epa.gov.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For information regarding this Request
for Nominations, please contact Mr. Javier Araujo, Designated Federal
Officer, araujo.javier@epa.gov, 202-564-2642, U.S. EPA, Office of
Environmental Education, William Jefferson Clinton North Room 1426,
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20460.
General Information concerning NEEAC can be found on the EPA Web
site at: https://www2.epa.gov/education/national-environmental-education-advisory-council.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The National Environmental Education Act
requires that the council be comprised of (11) members appointed by the
Administrator of the EPA. Members represent a balance of perspectives,
professional qualifications, and experience. The Act specifies that
members must represent the following sectors: Primary and secondary
education (one of whom shall be a classroom teacher), two members;
colleges and universities, two members; business and industry, two
members; non-profit organizations, two members; state departments of
education and natural resources, two members, and one member to
represent senior Americans. Members are chosen to represent various
geographic regions of the country, and the Council strives for a
diverse representation. The professional backgrounds of Council members
should include education, science, policy, or other appropriate
disciplines. Each member of the Council shall hold office for a one (1)
to three (3) year period. Members are expected to participate in up to
two (2) meetings per year and monthly or more conference calls per
year. Members of the council shall receive compensation and allowances,
including travel expenses at a rate fixed by the Administrator.
Expertise Sought: The NEEAC staff office seeks candidates with
demonstrated experience and or knowledge in any of the following
environmental education issue areas: (a) Integrating environmental
education into state and local education reform and improvement; (b)
state, local and tribal level capacity building for environmental
education; (c) cross-sector partnerships to foster environmental
education; (d) leveraging resources for environmental education; (e)
design and implementation of environmental education research; (f)
evaluation methodology; professional development for teachers and other
education professionals; and targeting under-represented audiences,
including low-income, multi-cultural, senior citizens and other adults.
The NEEAC is best served by a structurally and geographically
diverse group of individuals. Each individual will demonstrate the
ability to make a time commitment. In addition, the individual will
demonstrate both strong leadership and analytical skills. Also, strong
writing skills, communication skills and the ability to evaluate
programs in an unbiased manner are essential. Team players, which can
meet deadlines and review items on short notice are ideal candidates.
How to apply: Any interested and qualified individuals may be
considered for appointment on the National Environmental Education
Advisory Council. In order to apply, the following four items should be
submitted in electronic format to the Designated Federal Officer,
Javier Araujo, araujo.javier@epa.gov and contain the following: (1)
Contact information including name, address, phone and fax numbers and
an email address; (2) a curriculum vitae or resume; (3) the specific
area of expertise in environmental education and the sector or slot the
applicant is applying for; (4) recent service on other national
advisory committees or national professional organizations; a one page
commentary on the applicant's philosophy regarding the need for,
development, implementation and or management of environmental
education nationally.
Persons having questions about the application procedure or who are
unable to submit applications by electronic means, should contact
Javier Araujo (DFO), at the contact information provided above in this
notice. Non-electronic submissions must contain the same information as
the electronic. The NEEAC staff Office will acknowledge receipt of the
application. The NEEAC staff office will develop a short list of
candidates for more detailed consideration. The short list candidates
will be required to fill out the Confidential Disclosure Form for
Special Government Employees serving Federal Advisory Committees at the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. (EPA form 3110-48). This
confidential form allows government officials to determine whether
there is a statutory conflict between that person's public
responsibilities (which include membership on a Federal Advisory
Committee) and private interests and activities and the appearance of a
lack of impartiality as defined by Federal regulation. The form may be
viewed and downloaded from the following URL address. Please note this
form is not an
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application form. https://intranet.epa.gov/ogc/ethics/EPA3110-48ver3.pdf.
Dated: April 11, 2016.
Sarah Sowell,
Deputy Director, Office of Environmental Education.
Javier Araujo,
Designated Federal Officer.
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