Notice of Temporary Closure of Public Land in Clark County, Nevada, 55200-55201 [2018-24018]

Download as PDF 55200 Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 213 / Friday, November 2, 2018 / Notices respectively. The BLM did not issue a Final Supplemental EIS for the PSEGS Project, because BSE and its partner, Abengoa Solar Inc., abandoned the State authorization proceedings at the California Energy Commission. In December 2015, after Abengoa Solar’s partner conveyed its project interest to Abengoa, EDF Renewable Energy acquired Abengoa Solar’s complete interest in the PSEGS project. EDF Renewable Energy then submitted a revised ROW application for the Proposed Project, which is analyzed in the Final Supplemental EIS/EIR and Proposed Land Use Plan Amendment underlying this ROD. The BLM held public meetings on the revised ROW application in June and August 2016 in Palm Springs, California. On October 27, 2017, the BLM issued the Draft Supplemental EIS/ EIR and Draft Land Use Plan Amendment, which analyzed the impacts of the Proposed Action and two action alternatives, in addition to a No Action Alternative. Alternative 1, Reduced Footprint, would be a 500 MW Photovoltaic (PV) array and gen-tie on about 3,140 acres. It avoids the central and largest desert wash and incorporates a more efficient use of the land for the solar array. Alternative 2, Avoidance Alternative, would be a solar PV project on about 1,620 acres (160 to 230 MW). Like the Proposed Action, under each of these alternatives, the BLM would amend the CDCA Plan to allow the project. Under the No-Action Alternative, the BLM would deny the ROW application, and would not amend the CDCA Plan to allow the project. The Draft Supplemental EIS/EIR and Draft Land Use Plan Amendment included analysis of the revised ROW application as it related to issues such as: (1) Updated description of the Proposed Project, based on the revised ROW application; (2) Impacts to cultural resources and tribal concerns; (3) Impacts to the Sand Transport Corridor and Mojave fringe-toed lizard habitat and washes; (4) Impacts to Joshua Tree National Park; (5) Impacts to avian species; (6) Impacts to visual resources; and (7) Relationship between the Proposed Project and the CDCA Plan, including the amendment to the CDCA Plan by the 2016 Desert Renewable Energy Conservation Plan. The Draft Supplemental EIS/EIR was released in October 2017, which included a formal 45-day public comment period. The BLM held a public meeting on November 14, 2017, in Palm Desert, CA. Fourteen individuals attended that meeting. The BLM received 40 comment letters during the comment period. VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:57 Nov 01, 2018 Jkt 247001 Comments on the Draft Supplemental EIS/EIR and Draft Land Use Plan Amendment received from the public and internal agency review were considered and incorporated as appropriate into the EIS/EIR analysis. These comments resulted in the addition of clarifying text, but did not result in changes in the design, location, or timing of the Project in a way that would cause significant effects to the human environment outside of the range of effects analyzed in the EIS/EIR. Similarly, none of the letters identified new significant circumstances or information relevant to environmental concerns that bear on the Project and its effects. A response to substantive comments is included in the Final Supplemental EIS/EIR and Proposed Land Use Plan Amendment, released in May 2018. The BLM selected Alternative 1, the Reduced Footprint, as the Agency Preferred Alternative in the Final Supplemental EIS/EIR and Proposed Land Use Plan Amendment. Five protests were received on the Final EIS, and the issues raised have been resolved. As a result, only minor editorial modifications were made in response to the issues raised in preparing the Approved Action. These modifications provided further clarification of some of the decision elements. The California Governor’s consistency review identified no inconsistences with the Final SEIS for the Preferred Alternative. With this ROD, the BLM adopts the Agency Preferred Alternative. The ASLM approval of this decision is not subject to administrative appeal under Departmental regulations at 43 CFR part 4 pursuant to 43 CFR 4.410(a)(3). Any challenge to this decision must be brought in Federal District Court and is subject to 42 U.S.C. 4370m-6(a)(1). Authority: 40 CFR 1506.6; 40 CFR 1506.10; 43 CFR 1610.2; 43 CFR 1610.5; 42 U.S.C. 4370m-6(a)(1) Brian C. Steed, Deputy Director, Policy and Programs, Exercising the Authority of the Director. [FR Doc. 2018–24017 Filed 11–1–18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310–40–P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Land Management [LLNVS01000 L5105.0000.EA0000 LVRCF1806490 18X MO# 4500129489] Notice of Temporary Closure of Public Land in Clark County, Nevada AGENCY: Bureau of Land Management, Interior. PO 00000 Frm 00059 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Temporary closure on public lands in Nevada. ACTION: The Las Vegas Field Office announces the temporary closure of certain public lands under its administration. The Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) race area in Laughlin is used by OHV recreationists, and the temporary closure is needed to limit their access to the race area and to minimize the risk of potential collisions with spectators and racers during the 2018 Rage at the River Off-Highway Vehicle Races. DATES: The temporary closure for the 2018 Rage at the River will go into effect at 12:01 a.m. on December 8, 2018 and will remain in effect until 11:59 p.m. on December 9, 2018. ADDRESSES: The temporary closure order, communications plan, and map of the temporary closure area will be posted at the BLM Las Vegas Field Office, 4701 North Torrey Pines Drive, Las Vegas, Nevada 89130 and on the BLM website: www.blm.gov. These materials will also be posted at the access point of the Laughlin race area and the surrounding areas. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kenny Kendrick, Outdoor Recreation Planner, (702) 515–5073. Kkendrick@ blm.gov. Persons who use a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal Relay Service (FRS) at 1–800–877–8339 to contact the above individual during normal business hours. The FRS 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 Las Vegas Field Office announces the temporary closure of certain public lands under its administration. This action is being taken to help ensure public safety during the official permitted running of the 2018 Rage at the River. The public lands affected by this closure are described as follows: SUMMARY: Mount Diablo Meridian, Nevada T. 32 S., R. 66 E., sec. 8, NW1⁄4NE1⁄4, S1⁄2NE1⁄4, NW1⁄4, SW1⁄4, and SE1⁄4; sec. 9; sec. 10, S1⁄2NE1⁄4, S1⁄2NW1⁄4, SW1⁄4, and SE1⁄4; sec. 11, S1⁄2NE1⁄4, S1⁄2NW1⁄4, SW1⁄4, and SE1⁄4; sec. 14; sec. 15, E1⁄2; sec. 16, NE1⁄4, W1⁄2, and N1⁄2SE1⁄4; sec. 17, E1⁄2NE1⁄4, N1⁄2NW1⁄4NE1⁄4, SE1⁄4NW1⁄4NE1⁄4, NE1⁄4SW1⁄4NE1⁄4, S1⁄2SW1⁄4NE1⁄4, W1⁄2NE1⁄4NW1⁄4, W1⁄2NW1⁄4, SE1⁄4NW1⁄4, S1⁄2. E:\FR\FM\02NON1.SGM 02NON1 Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 213 / Friday, November 2, 2018 / Notices The areas described aggregate 5,120 acres, according to the official plats of the surveys of the said lands, on fie with the BLM. Roads leading into the public lands under the temporary closure will be posted to notify the public of the closure. The closure area includes State Route 163 to the north, T.32S., R.66E sections 8 and 17 to the west, Private and state land in T.32S., R.66E sections 20,21,22 and 23 and is bracketed by Bruce Woodbury Dr. to the south and southwest, and Thomas Edison Dr. to the east. Under the authority of Section 303(a) of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 733(a)), 43 CFR 8360.0–7 and 43 CFR 8364.1, the BLM will enforce the following rules in the area described above: The entire area as listed in the legal description above is closed to all vehicles and personnel except Law Enforcement, Emergency Vehicles, event personnel, event participants and spectators. Access routes leading to the closed area are closed to vehicles. No vehicle stopping or parking in the closed area except for designated parking areas will be permitted. Event participants and spectators are required to remain within designated areas only. The following restrictions will be in effect for the duration of the closure to ensure public safety of participants and spectators. Unless otherwise authorized, the following activities within the closure area are prohibited: • Camping. • Possession and/or consuming any alcoholic beverage unless the person has reached the age of 21 years. • Discharging or use of firearms, other weapons. • Possession and/or discharging of fireworks. • Allowing any pet or other animal in their care to be unrestrained at any time. Animals must be on a leash or other restraint no longer than 3 feet. • Operation of any vehicle including All Terrain Vehicles (ATV), motorcycles, Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTV), golf carts, and any off-highway vehicle (OHV), which is not legally registered for street and highway operation, including operation of such a vehicle in spectator viewing areas. • Parking any vehicle in violation of posted restrictions, or in such a manner as to obstruct or impede normal or emergency traffic movement or the parking of other vehicles, create a safety hazard, or endanger any person, property, or feature. Vehicles so parked are subject to citation, removal, and impoundment at the owner’s expense. • Operating a vehicle through, around or beyond a restrictive sign, VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:57 Nov 01, 2018 Jkt 247001 recognizable barricade, fence, or traffic control barrier or device. • Failing to maintain control of a vehicle to avoid danger to persons, property, or wildlife. • Operating a motor vehicle without due care or at a speed greater than 25 mph. Signs and maps directing the public to designated spectator areas will be provided by the event sponsor. Exceptions: Temporary closure restrictions do not apply to activities conducted under contract with the BLM, agency personnel monitoring the event, or activities conducted under an approved plan of operation. Authorized users must have, in their possession, a written permit or contract from BLM signed by the authorized officer. Enforcement: Any person who violates this temporary closure may be tried before a United States Magistrate and fined in accordance with 18 U.S.C. 3571, imprisoned no more than 12 months under 43 U.S.C. 1733(a) and 43 CFR 8360.0–7, or both. In accordance with 43 CFR 8365.1–7, State or local officials may also impose penalties for violations of Nevada law. 55201 (Authority: 43 CFR 8360.0–7 and 8364.1) In the Federal Register of October 22, 2018, in FR Doc. 2018– 22979, on page 53292, in the second column, correct the ‘‘Addresses’’ caption to read: ADDRESSES: You may submit comments by any of the following methods: • Email: blm_nv_bmdo_mlfo_ DeepSouthEIS@blm.gov. • Mail: 50 Bastian Road, Battle Mountain, Nevada 89820. • Fax: 775–635–4034. In the Federal Register of October 22, 2018, in FR Doc. 2018–22979, on page 53292, in the second column, correct the DATES caption to read: DATES: To ensure comments will be considered, the BLM must receive written comments on the Draft EIS within 45 days following the date the Environmental Protection Agency publishes its Notice of Availability in the Federal Register. The date(s) and location(s) of any public meetings or other public involvement activities will be announced at least 15 days in advance through public notices, media releases, local media, newspapers, mailings, and the BLM website at: https://go.usa.gov/xP9wk. Gayle Marrs-Smith, Field Manager—Las Vegas Field Office. Jeff Krauss, Acting Assistant Director, Communications. [FR Doc. 2018–24018 Filed 11–1–18; 8:45 am] [FR Doc. 2018–24011 Filed 11–1–18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310–HC–P BILLING CODE 4310–HC–P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Land Management CORRECTION: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION [USITC SE–18–052] [LLNVB0l000.L 71220000.EX0000.LVTFF1486020 MO# 4500101184] Notice of Availability of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Proposed Deep South Expansion Project, Lander and Eureka Counties, Nevada; Correction Bureau of Land Management, Interior. ACTION: Notice; Correction. AGENCY: The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) published a document in the Federal Register on October 22, 2018, announcing the availability of a Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and the opening of the public comment period. The Notice included inaccurate website links for submitting comments, and to access the Draft EIS. This notice corrects the errors to provide accurate links. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jennifer Noe, by telephone, 202–912– 7442, or by email, jnoe@blm.gov. SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00060 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Sunshine Act Meetings November 8, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. PLACE: Room 101, 500 E Street SW, Washington, DC 20436, Telephone: (202) 205–2000. STATUS: Open to the public. MATTERS TO BE CONSIDERED: 1. Agendas for future meetings: None. 2. Minutes. 3. Ratification List. 4. Vote on Inv. Nos. 701–TA–589 and 731–TA–1394–1395 (Final) (Forged Steel Fittings from China and Italy). The Commission is currently scheduled to complete and file its determinations and views of the Commission by November 19, 2018. 5. Outstanding action jackets: None. In accordance with Commission policy, subject matter listed above, not disposed of at the scheduled meeting, may be carried over to the agenda of the following meeting. TIME AND DATE: By order of the Commission. E:\FR\FM\02NON1.SGM 02NON1

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[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 213 (Friday, November 2, 2018)]
[Notices]
[Pages 55200-55201]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2018-24018]


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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR

Bureau of Land Management

[LLNVS01000 L5105.0000.EA0000 LVRCF1806490 18X MO# 4500129489]


Notice of Temporary Closure of Public Land in Clark County, 
Nevada

AGENCY: Bureau of Land Management, Interior.

ACTION: Temporary closure on public lands in Nevada.

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SUMMARY: The Las Vegas Field Office announces the temporary closure of 
certain public lands under its administration. The Off-Highway Vehicle 
(OHV) race area in Laughlin is used by OHV recreationists, and the 
temporary closure is needed to limit their access to the race area and 
to minimize the risk of potential collisions with spectators and racers 
during the 2018 Rage at the River Off-Highway Vehicle Races.

DATES: The temporary closure for the 2018 Rage at the River will go 
into effect at 12:01 a.m. on December 8, 2018 and will remain in effect 
until 11:59 p.m. on December 9, 2018.

ADDRESSES: The temporary closure order, communications plan, and map of 
the temporary closure area will be posted at the BLM Las Vegas Field 
Office, 4701 North Torrey Pines Drive, Las Vegas, Nevada 89130 and on 
the BLM website: www.blm.gov. These materials will also be posted at 
the access point of the Laughlin race area and the surrounding areas.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kenny Kendrick, Outdoor Recreation 
Planner, (702) 515-5073. [email protected]. Persons who use a 
telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal Relay 
Service (FRS) at 1-800-877-8339 to contact the above individual during 
normal business hours. The FRS 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 Las Vegas Field Office announces the 
temporary closure of certain public lands under its administration. 
This action is being taken to help ensure public safety during the 
official permitted running of the 2018 Rage at the River.
    The public lands affected by this closure are described as follows:

Mount Diablo Meridian, Nevada

T. 32 S., R. 66 E.,
    sec. 8, NW\1/4\NE\1/4\, S\1/2\NE\1/4\, NW\1/4\, SW\1/4\, and 
SE\1/4\;
    sec. 9;
    sec. 10, S\1/2\NE\1/4\, S\1/2\NW\1/4\, SW\1/4\, and SE\1/4\;
    sec. 11, S\1/2\NE\1/4\, S\1/2\NW\1/4\, SW\1/4\, and SE\1/4\;
    sec. 14;
    sec. 15, E\1/2\;
    sec. 16, NE\1/4\, W\1/2\, and N\1/2\SE\1/4\;
    sec. 17, E\1/2\NE\1/4\, N\1/2\NW\1/4\NE\1/4\, SE\1/4\NW\1/
4\NE\1/4\, NE\1/4\SW\1/4\NE\1/4\, S\1/2\SW\1/4\NE\1/4\, W\1/2\NE\1/
4\NW\1/4\, W\1/2\NW\1/4\, SE\1/4\NW\1/4\, S\1/2\.


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    The areas described aggregate 5,120 acres, according to the 
official plats of the surveys of the said lands, on fie with the BLM.

Roads leading into the public lands under the temporary closure will be 
posted to notify the public of the closure. The closure area includes 
State Route 163 to the north, T.32S., R.66E sections 8 and 17 to the 
west, Private and state land in T.32S., R.66E sections 20,21,22 and 23 
and is bracketed by Bruce Woodbury Dr. to the south and southwest, and 
Thomas Edison Dr. to the east. Under the authority of Section 303(a) of 
the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 733(a)), 
43 CFR 8360.0-7 and 43 CFR 8364.1, the BLM will enforce the following 
rules in the area described above: The entire area as listed in the 
legal description above is closed to all vehicles and personnel except 
Law Enforcement, Emergency Vehicles, event personnel, event 
participants and spectators. Access routes leading to the closed area 
are closed to vehicles. No vehicle stopping or parking in the closed 
area except for designated parking areas will be permitted. Event 
participants and spectators are required to remain within designated 
areas only.
    The following restrictions will be in effect for the duration of 
the closure to ensure public safety of participants and spectators. 
Unless otherwise authorized, the following activities within the 
closure area are prohibited:
     Camping.
     Possession and/or consuming any alcoholic beverage unless 
the person has reached the age of 21 years.
     Discharging or use of firearms, other weapons.
     Possession and/or discharging of fireworks.
     Allowing any pet or other animal in their care to be 
unrestrained at any time. Animals must be on a leash or other restraint 
no longer than 3 feet.
     Operation of any vehicle including All Terrain Vehicles 
(ATV), motorcycles, Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTV), golf carts, and any 
off-highway vehicle (OHV), which is not legally registered for street 
and highway operation, including operation of such a vehicle in 
spectator viewing areas.
     Parking any vehicle in violation of posted restrictions, 
or in such a manner as to obstruct or impede normal or emergency 
traffic movement or the parking of other vehicles, create a safety 
hazard, or endanger any person, property, or feature. Vehicles so 
parked are subject to citation, removal, and impoundment at the owner's 
expense.
     Operating a vehicle through, around or beyond a 
restrictive sign, recognizable barricade, fence, or traffic control 
barrier or device.
     Failing to maintain control of a vehicle to avoid danger 
to persons, property, or wildlife.
     Operating a motor vehicle without due care or at a speed 
greater than 25 mph. Signs and maps directing the public to designated 
spectator areas will be provided by the event sponsor.
    Exceptions: Temporary closure restrictions do not apply to 
activities conducted under contract with the BLM, agency personnel 
monitoring the event, or activities conducted under an approved plan of 
operation. Authorized users must have, in their possession, a written 
permit or contract from BLM signed by the authorized officer.
    Enforcement: Any person who violates this temporary closure may be 
tried before a United States Magistrate and fined in accordance with 18 
U.S.C. 3571, imprisoned no more than 12 months under 43 U.S.C. 1733(a) 
and 43 CFR 8360.0-7, or both. In accordance with 43 CFR 8365.1-7, State 
or local officials may also impose penalties for violations of Nevada 
law.

(Authority: 43 CFR 8360.0-7 and 8364.1)

Gayle Marrs-Smith,
Field Manager--Las Vegas Field Office.
[FR Doc. 2018-24018 Filed 11-1-18; 8:45 am]
 BILLING CODE 4310-HC-P
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