Information Collection Activity; Comment Request, 54704-54705 [2018-23835]

Download as PDF 54704 Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 211 / Wednesday, October 31, 2018 / Notices streambank and wetland restoration actions would occur in Sater Meadows, Mud Creek, or other areas across the project area where stream channels, wetlands, or riparian areas are in a degraded condition. Actions to improve stream channels, riparian habitat, and wetlands may include: Streambank stabilization, minor channel realignment, fence reconstruction, and planting native vegetation. These actions may also include placement of instream or streambank structures such as, but not limited to, rock, large woody debris, beaver dam analogs (BDAs), and barriers to prevent unauthorized motorized travel in sensitive areas. Road-crossing improvements have been identified in the project area to improve fish passage and hydrologic connectivity, including crossings in the Round Valley Creek Little Salmon River subwatershed, the Sixmile Creek Little Salmon River subwatershed, and in the Upper Goose Creek subwatershed. amozie on DSK3GDR082PROD with NOTICES1 Recreation Improvements To meet the purpose and need for the project, recreation improvements would include: (A) Improving the existing trail system by establishing user-created (unauthorized) trails as system trails where appropriate, converting some roads to trails, and removing usercreated trails that negetatively impact watershed and soil health; (B) replacing or repairing existing facilities, including restrooms and lake amenities; (C) addressing dispersed recreation issues by enhancing sites, hardening sites, closing some sites, and/or sign installation; (D) managing roads (including relocation), posting signage and/or considering closure orders (temporary and/or permanent) to address public safety in areas where conflicting use occurs; and (E) improving skier experience and safety through vegetative treatments within the Brundage Mountain Resort’s ski area. More detailed information on the purpose and need for the project as well as the Proposed Action can be found on the project page of the Payette National Forest website at: https:// www.fs.usda.gov/project/ ?project=54029. Responsible Official 18:06 Oct 30, 2018 Scoping Process This notice of intent initiates the scoping process, which helps guide the development of the environmental impact statement. It is important that reviewers provide their comments at such times and in such a manner that they are useful to the Agency’s preparation of the environmental impact statement. Therefore, comments should be provided prior to the close of the comment period and should clearly articulate the reviewer’s concerns and contentions. Comments received in response to this solicitation, including names and addresses of those who comment, will be part of the public record for this project. Comments submitted anonymously however will also be accepted and considered; however, anonymous comments will not provide the Agency with the ability to provide the respondent with subsequent information concerning the project. Dated October 11, 2018. Allen Rowley, Acting Associate Deputy Chief, National Forest System. [FR Doc. 2018–23826 Filed 10–30–18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3411–15–P DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Rural Business—Cooperative Service Information Collection Activity; Comment Request Rural Business—Cooperative Service, USDA. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. AGENCY: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Rural Business—Cooperative Service, an agency of the United States Department SUMMARY: The Forest Supervisor of the Payette National Forest is the Responsible Official. VerDate Sep<11>2014 Nature of Decision To Be Made The Responsible Official will decide whether or not, and in what manner, lands within the Granite Meadows project area would be treated to best meet the purpose and need. The decision will be based on a consideration of the environmental effects of implementing the proposed action or alternatives. The Responsible Official may select the proposed action, any alternative analyzed in detail, a modified proposed action or alternative, or no action. If an action alternative is selected, the Responsible Official will determine what design features, mitigation measures and monitoring requirements are included in the decision. Jkt 247001 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 of Agriculture’s (USDA), invites comments on this information collection for which the Agency intends to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). DATES: Comments on this notice must be received by December 31, 2018. Development Innovation Center— Regulatory Team, USDA, 1400 Independence Ave. SW, STOP 1522, Room 5162 South Building, Washington, DC 20250–1522. Telephone: (202) 690–1078. Email: Michele.Brooks@wdc.usda.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) regulation (5 CFR 1320) implementing provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13) requires that interested members of the public and affected agencies have an opportunity to comment on information collection and recordkeeping activities (see 5 CFR 1320.8(d)). This notice identifies an information collection that the Agency is submitting to OMB for revision. Comments are invited on (a) whether the collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information will have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the agency’s estimate of burden including the validity of the methodology and assumption used; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques on other forms and information technology. Comments may be sent to Michele Brooks, Team Lead, Rural Development Innovation Center—Regulatory Team, USDA, 1400 Independence Ave. SW, STOP 1522, Room 5162 South Building, Washington, DC 20250–1522. Telephone: (202) 690–1078. Email: Michele.Brooks@wdc.usda.gov. Title: 7 CFR Part 4280–E, Rural Business Development Grants. OMB Control Number: 0570–0070. Type of Request: Extension of currently approved package. Abstract: The Agricultural Act of 2014, Public Law 113–79 (2014 Farm Bill) (7 U.S.C. 1932(c)), authorizes the Rural Business Development Grant (RBDG) program to facilitate the development of small and emerging private businesses, industries, and related employment as well as identifying and analyzing business opportunities, establishing business E:\FR\FM\31OCN1.SGM 31OCN1 Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 211 / Wednesday, October 31, 2018 / Notices support centers, and providing training, technical assistance, and planning for improving the economy in rural communities. Estimate of Burden: Public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 22.3 hours per responses. Estimated Number of Respondents: 920. Estimated Number of Total Annual Responses per Respondents: 20,517. Estimated Total Annual Burden on Respondents: 64,773. Copies of this information collection can be obtained from MaryPat Daskal, Rural Development Innovation Center— Regulatory Team, at (202) 720–7853. Email: MaryPat.Daskal@.usda.gov. All responses to this information collection and recordkeeping notice will be summarized and included in the request for OMB approval. All comments will also become a matter of public record. Dated: October 25, 2018. Bette Brand, Administrator, Rural Business—Cooperative Service. [FR Doc. 2018–23835 Filed 10–30–18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE P DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Rural Utilities Service Information Collection Activity; Comment Request Rural Utilities Service, USDA. Notice and request for comments. AGENCY: ACTION: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Utilities Service (RUS) invites comments on this information collection for which RUS intends to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). DATES: Comments on this notice must be received by December 31, 2018. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Michele Brooks, Team Lead, Rural Development Innovation Center— Regulatory Team, USDA, 1400 Independence Ave. SW, STOP 1522, Room 5162, South Building, Washington, DC 20250–1522. Telephone: (202) 690–1078. FAX: (202) 720–4120. Email: michele.brooks@ wdc.usda.gov. amozie on DSK3GDR082PROD with NOTICES1 SUMMARY: The Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) regulation (5 CFR 1320) implementing provisions of the Paperwork Reduction SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:54 Oct 30, 2018 Jkt 247001 Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13) requires that interested members of the public and affected agencies have an opportunity to comment on information collection and recordkeeping activities (see 5 CFR 1320.8(d)). This notice identifies an information collection that RUS is submitting to OMB for reinstatement. Comments are invited on: (a) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Agency, including whether the information will have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the Agency’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology. Comments may be sent to: Michele Brooks, Team Lead, Rural Development Innovation Center— Regulatory Team, U.S. Department of Agriculture, STOP 1522, 1400 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20250–1522. Telephone: (202) 690– 1078. FAX: (202) 720–8435. Email: michele.broooks@wdc.usda.gov. Title: Lien Accommodations and Subordinations, 7 CFR 1717, Subparts R & S. OMB Control Number: 0572–0100. Type of Request: Revision of a currently approved collection. Abstract: The Rural Electrification (RE) Act of 1936, as amended (7 U.S.C. 901 et seq.), authorizes and empowers the Administrator of RUS to make loans in the several United States and Territories of the United States for rural Electrification and the furnishing of electric energy to persons in rural areas who are not receiving central station service. The RE Act also authorizes and empowers the Administrator of RUS to provide financial assistance to borrowers for purposes provided in the RE Act by accommodating or subordinating loans made by the national Rural Utilities Cooperative Finance Corporation, the Federal Financing Bank, and other lending agencies. Title 7 CFR part 1717, subparts R & S sets forth policy and procedures to facilitate and support borrowers’ efforts to obtain private sector financing of their capital needs, to allow borrowers greater flexibility in the management of their business affairs without compromising RUS loan PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 54705 security, and to reduce the cost to borrowers, in terms of time, expenses and paperwork, of obtaining lien accommodations and subordinations. The information required to be submitted is limited to necessary information that would allow the Agency to make a determination on the borrower’s request to subordinate and accommodate their lien with other lenders. Estimate of Burden: Public Reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 19 hours per response. Respondents: Not-for-profit institutions; Business or other for profit. Estimated Number of Respondents: 1. Estimated Number of Responses per Respondent: 1. Estimated Total Annual Burden on Respondents: 19.25 hours. Copies of this information collection can be obtained from Kimble Brown, Regulations Team, Innovation Center, at (202) 692–0043 or email: Kimble.Brown@wdc.usda.gov. All responses to this notice will be summarized and included in the request for OMB approval. All comments will also become a matter of public record. Dated: October 18, 2018. Christopher A. McLean, Acting Administrator, Rural Utilities Service. [FR Doc. 2018–23728 Filed 10–30–18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3410–15–P COMMISSION ON CIVIL RIGHTS Notice of Public Meeting of the Missouri Advisory Committee To Discuss Civil Rights Topics in the State U.S. Commission on Civil Rights. ACTION: Announcement of meeting. AGENCY: Notice is hereby given, pursuant to the provisions of the rules and regulations of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights (Commission) and the Federal Advisory Committee Act that the Missouri Advisory Committee (Committee) will hold a meeting on Friday, November 9, 2018, at 3:00 p.m. (Central) for the purpose discussing civil rights topics in the state. DATES: The meeting will be held on Friday, November 9, 2018, at 3:00 p.m. (Central). Public Call Information: Dial: 888– 256–1007, Conference ID: 4021474. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: David Barreras, DFO, at dbarreras@ usccr.gov or 312–353–8311. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Members of the public can listen to the SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\31OCN1.SGM 31OCN1

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[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 211 (Wednesday, October 31, 2018)]
[Notices]
[Pages 54704-54705]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2018-23835]


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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Rural Business--Cooperative Service


Information Collection Activity; Comment Request

AGENCY: Rural Business--Cooperative Service, USDA.

ACTION: Notice and request for comments.

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SUMMARY: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the 
Rural Business--Cooperative Service, an agency of the United States 
Department of Agriculture's (USDA), invites comments on this 
information collection for which the Agency intends to request approval 
from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

DATES: Comments on this notice must be received by December 31, 2018.
    Development Innovation Center--Regulatory Team, USDA, 1400 
Independence Ave. SW, STOP 1522, Room 5162 South Building, Washington, 
DC 20250-1522. Telephone: (202) 690-1078. Email: 
[email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) 
regulation (5 CFR 1320) implementing provisions of the Paperwork 
Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13) requires that interested members 
of the public and affected agencies have an opportunity to comment on 
information collection and recordkeeping activities (see 5 CFR 
1320.8(d)). This notice identifies an information collection that the 
Agency is submitting to OMB for revision.
    Comments are invited on (a) whether the collection of information 
is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, 
including whether the information will have practical utility; (b) the 
accuracy of the agency's estimate of burden including the validity of 
the methodology and assumption used; (c) ways to enhance the quality, 
utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways 
to minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who 
are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated, 
electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques on 
other forms and information technology. Comments may be sent to Michele 
Brooks, Team Lead, Rural Development Innovation Center--Regulatory 
Team, USDA, 1400 Independence Ave. SW, STOP 1522, Room 5162 South 
Building, Washington, DC 20250-1522. Telephone: (202) 690-1078. Email: 
[email protected].
    Title: 7 CFR Part 4280-E, Rural Business Development Grants.
    OMB Control Number: 0570-0070.
    Type of Request: Extension of currently approved package.
    Abstract: The Agricultural Act of 2014, Public Law 113-79 (2014 
Farm Bill) (7 U.S.C. 1932(c)), authorizes the Rural Business 
Development Grant (RBDG) program to facilitate the development of small 
and emerging private businesses, industries, and related employment as 
well as identifying and analyzing business opportunities, establishing 
business

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support centers, and providing training, technical assistance, and 
planning for improving the economy in rural communities.
    Estimate of Burden: Public reporting burden for this collection of 
information is estimated to average 22.3 hours per responses.
    Estimated Number of Respondents: 920.
    Estimated Number of Total Annual Responses per Respondents: 20,517.
    Estimated Total Annual Burden on Respondents: 64,773.
    Copies of this information collection can be obtained from MaryPat 
Daskal, Rural Development Innovation Center--Regulatory Team, at (202) 
720-7853. Email: [email protected]
    All responses to this information collection and recordkeeping 
notice will be summarized and included in the request for OMB approval. 
All comments will also become a matter of public record.

    Dated: October 25, 2018.
Bette Brand,
Administrator, Rural Business--Cooperative Service.
[FR Doc. 2018-23835 Filed 10-30-18; 8:45 am]
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