Pacific Fishery Management Council; Public Meeting, 3033-3034 [2020-00766]

Download as PDF lotter on DSKBCFDHB2PROD with NOTICES Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 12 / Friday, January 17, 2020 / Notices supporting management of marine recreational fisheries that could be addressed through mandatory or voluntary private recreational angler electronic reporting programs. • Identify realistic and achievable goals for voluntary (also known as optin) and mandatory electronic reporting for private recreational anglers, as well as associated challenges and solutions, where identifiable. • Provide recommendations on how the aforementioned goals could be best supported or achieved by NOAA Fisheries. The Task Force will report to MAFAC and will not provide advice or work products directly to NMFS. Recommendations generated by this Task Force’s efforts will not result in any regulatory decision, or obligate any party to undertake certain activities. This Task Force will consist of approximately 10 individuals who have demonstrated subject matter expertise and experience in one or more relevant fields including, but not limited to, sampling statistics, survey methodologies, citizen science, fishery stock assessment science, electronic monitoring or reporting, fisheries management, database development and/or management, mobile technology applications (apps), and marine recreational fishing. It is not intended that all Task Force members be scientists or researchers; however, other members should have experience with issues related to the generation, delivery, and or use of opt-in electronic data, public attitudes about participating in such programs, or similar ecological self-reporting data systems from which parallels can be drawn. It is intended that the Task Force membership represent a diversity of the overall expertise and experience being sought. It will be established for an initial period of two (2) years with a possibility of extending that term if deemed necessary by NMFS and MAFAC. Task Force members should be able to fulfill the time commitments required for up to one meeting per month (mostly by webinar or teleconference and potentially inperson), and interim work as necessary. Members of the Task Force are not compensated for their services, but will upon request be provided travel and per diem expenses as authorized by 5 U.S.C. 5701 et seq. To view the full Recreational Electronic Reporting Task Force Terms of Reference, please visit https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/ national/partners/marine-fisheriesadvisory-committee-subcommitteesand-task-forces#task-forces. VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:20 Jan 16, 2020 Jkt 250001 Nomination Materials Each nomination submission must include: Resume or curriculum vitae of the nominee and a cover letter, not to exceed 3 pages, that describes the nominee’s interest in serving on the Task Force and how the nominee’s expertise, experience, and other qualifications relate to one or more relevant fields noted in the prior section. Self-nominations are acceptable. The following contact information should accompany each nominee’s submission: Full name, address, telephone number, and email address. Nominations should be sent to (see ADDRESSES) and must be received by February 21, 2020. Information about MAFAC, its Committee charter, current membership, and activities can be viewed on the NMFS’ website at https:// www.fisheries.noaa.gov/topic/ partners#marine-fisheries-advisorycommittee. Dated January 14, 2020. Jennifer Lukens, Federal Program Officer, Marine Fisheries Advisory Committee, National Marine Fisheries Service. [FR Doc. 2020–00751 Filed 1–16–20; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510–22–P DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration [RTID 0648–XA011] Pacific Fishery Management Council; Public Meeting National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Commerce. ACTION: Notice of public meeting. AGENCY: The Pacific Fishery Management Council (Pacific Council) will hold a methodology review meeting to evaluate and review fishery independent visual survey methodologies, using remotely operate vehicles (ROVs), for nearshore groundfish species off the states of Oregon and California. The meeting is open to the public. DATES: The meeting will be held Tuesday, February 4 through Thursday, February 6, 2020. The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Standard Time, each day and will continue until 5 p.m., or until business for the day has been completed. ADDRESSES: The Pacific Council methodology review meeting will be SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 3033 held in the Conference Room (Room 188) of the NMFS Southwest Fisheries Science Center, Santa Cruz Laboratory, 110 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95060; contact and telephone: Dr. John Field, (831) 420–3907. Official government issued identification (e.g., state issued identification card, federal identification card, etc.) will be required in order to enter the building. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Todd Phillips, Staff Officer, Pacific Fishery Management Council; telephone: (503) 820–2426. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The purpose of the Pacific Council methodology review meeting is to evaluate and review fishery independent visual survey methodologies, using ROVs, for nearshore groundfish species off the states of Oregon and California. West Coast nearshore groundfish stock assessments have identified the current lack of fishery-independent data sources as a research and data need. Both Oregon and California have conducted ROV surveys of rockfish in nearshore areas, focusing on rocky reef habitat, and, in California, on areas inside and outside of Marine Protected Areas. The goals and objectives specific to the review of the new ROV survey methodologies are to: (1) Evaluate the sampling design used in recent (2010– 19) ROV surveys conducted by the states of Oregon and California; (2) evaluate proposed methods to develop indices or estimates of abundance for these ROV surveys, including using habitat/substrate type and Marine Protected Area designation as covariates; (3) evaluate proposed methods to estimate size/age compositions of observed individuals of each species; and (4) identify potential impediments to developing independent indices or estimates of abundance using these ROV surveys and incorporating them into stock assessments. This methodology review will likely provide the basis for future ROV surveys and the development of indices or estimates of abundance for those areas surveyed in Oregon and California, as well as the expansion of such methods to other areas within those states and/ or within Washington State. No management actions will be decided by the Pacific Council methodology review meeting participants. The Pacific Council methodology review meeting participants’ role will be development of recommendations and reports for consideration by the Pacific Council’s Scientific and Statistical Committee and E:\FR\FM\17JAN1.SGM 17JAN1 3034 Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 12 / Friday, January 17, 2020 / Notices the Pacific Council at their June meeting in San Diego, CA. Although nonemergency issues not contained in the meeting agenda may be discussed, those issues may not be the subject of formal action during these meetings. Action will be restricted to those issues specifically listed in this notice and any issues arising after publication of this notice that require emergency action under Section 305(c) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, provided the public has been notified of the intent of the Pacific Council meeting participants to take final action to address the emergency. Special Accommodations These meetings are physically accessible to people with disabilities. Requests for sign language interpretation or other auxiliary aids should be directed to Mr. Kris Kleinschmidt (kris.kleinschmidt@ noaa.gov, (503) 820–2412) at least 10 days prior to the meeting date. Dated: January 14, 2020. Tracey L. Thompson, Acting Deputy Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries, National Marine Fisheries Service. [FR Doc. 2020–00766 Filed 1–16–20; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510–22–P DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Ocean Exploration Advisory Board Office of Ocean Exploration and Research (OER) National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Department of Commerce (DOC). ACTION: Solicitation of applications. AGENCY: NOAA is soliciting applications to fill up to six membership vacancies on the Ocean Exploration Advisory Board (OEAB). The new OEAB members will serve initial three-year terms, renewable once. DATES: Application materials must be received no later than February 3, 2020. ADDRESSES: Submit application materials to Christa Rabenold via mail or email. Mail: NOAA/OER, 1315 East West Highway, SSMC3 Rm. 10310, Silver Spring, MD 20910; Email: christa.rabenold@noaa.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: David McKinnie, OEAB Designated Federal Officer, NOAA/OER, 7600 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115; 206– 526–6950; david.mckinnie@noaa.gov. lotter on DSKBCFDHB2PROD with NOTICES SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:20 Jan 16, 2020 Jkt 250001 NOAA is soliciting applications to fill up to six vacancies on the OEAB with individuals demonstrating expertise in areas relevant to the statutory purpose of the OEAB and the ocean exploration act established under 33 U.S.C. 3401 et seq. The new OEAB members will serve initial three-year terms, renewable once. The purpose of the OEAB is to advise the NOAA Administrator on matters pertaining to ocean exploration. The OEAB functions as an advisory body in accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), as amended, 5 U.S.C. App., with the exception of section 14. It reports to the NOAA Administrator, as directed by 33 U.S.C. 3405. The OEAB consists of approximately ten members, including a chair and cochair(s), designated by the NOAA Administrator in accordance with FACA requirements and the terms of the approved OEAB Charter. The OEAB was established: (1) To advise the Administrator on priority areas for survey and discovery; (2) To assist the program in the development of a five-year strategic plan for the fields of ocean, marine, and Great Lakes science, exploration, and discovery; (3) To annually review the quality and effectiveness of the proposal review process established under section 12003(a)(4); and (4) To provide other assistance and advice as requested by the Administrator. OEAB members are appointed as special government employees (SGEs) and will be subject to the ethical standards applicable to SGEs. Members are reimbursed for actual and reasonable expenses incurred in performing such duties but will not be reimbursed for their time. All OEAB members serve at the discretion of the NOAA Administrator. The OEAB meets three to four times each year, exclusive of subcommittee, task force, and working group meetings. As a Federal Advisory Committee, the OEAB’s membership is required to be balanced in terms of viewpoints represented and the functions to be performed as well as including the interests of geographic regions of the country and the diverse sectors of our society. For more information about the OEAB, please visit https:// oeab.noaa.gov. Although the OEAB reports directly to the NOAA Administrator, OER, which is part of the NOAA Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research, provides staffing and other support for the OEAB. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 OER’s mission is to explore the ocean for national benefit. OER: • Explores the ocean to make discoveries of scientific, economic, and cultural value, with priority given to the U.S. Exclusive Economic Zone and Extended Continental Shelf; • Promotes technological innovation to advance ocean exploration; • Provides public access to data and information; • Encourages the next generation of ocean explorers, scientists, and engineers; and, • Expands the national ocean exploration program through partnerships. For more information about OER, please visit https://oceanexplorer. noaa.gov. Applications: An application is required to be considered for OEAB membership. To apply, please submit (1) your full name, title, institutional affiliation, and contact information (mailing address, email address, telephone and fax numbers); (2) a short description of your qualifications relative to the statutory purpose of the OEAB and the ocean exploration act established under 33 U.S.C. 3401 et seq.; (3) a resume or curriculum vitae (maximum length four pages); and (4) a cover letter stating your interest in serving on the OEAB and highlighting specific areas of expertise relevant to the purpose of the OEAB. Dated: December 31, 2019. David Holst, Chief Financial Officer/Administrative Officer, Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. [FR Doc. 2020–00764 Filed 1–16–20; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510–KA–P COMMISSION OF FINE ARTS Notice of Meeting The next meeting of the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts is scheduled for 16 January 2020, at 9:00 a.m. in the Commission offices at the National Building Museum, Suite 312, Judiciary Square, 401 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20001–2728. Items of discussion may include buildings, parks and memorials. Draft agendas and additional information regarding the Commission are available on our website: www.cfa.gov. Inquiries regarding the agenda and requests to submit written or oral statements should be addressed to Thomas Luebke, Secretary, U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, at the above E:\FR\FM\17JAN1.SGM 17JAN1

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[Federal Register Volume 85, Number 12 (Friday, January 17, 2020)]
[Notices]
[Pages 3033-3034]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2020-00766]


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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

[RTID 0648-XA011]


Pacific Fishery Management Council; Public Meeting

AGENCY: National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), National Oceanic and 
Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Commerce.

ACTION: Notice of public meeting.

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SUMMARY: The Pacific Fishery Management Council (Pacific Council) will 
hold a methodology review meeting to evaluate and review fishery 
independent visual survey methodologies, using remotely operate 
vehicles (ROVs), for nearshore groundfish species off the states of 
Oregon and California. The meeting is open to the public.

DATES: The meeting will be held Tuesday, February 4 through Thursday, 
February 6, 2020. The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Standard 
Time, each day and will continue until 5 p.m., or until business for 
the day has been completed.

ADDRESSES: The Pacific Council methodology review meeting will be held 
in the Conference Room (Room 188) of the NMFS Southwest Fisheries 
Science Center, Santa Cruz Laboratory, 110 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz, 
CA 95060; contact and telephone: Dr. John Field, (831) 420-3907. 
Official government issued identification (e.g., state issued 
identification card, federal identification card, etc.) will be 
required in order to enter the building.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Todd Phillips, Staff Officer, 
Pacific Fishery Management Council; telephone: (503) 820-2426.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The purpose of the Pacific Council 
methodology review meeting is to evaluate and review fishery 
independent visual survey methodologies, using ROVs, for nearshore 
groundfish species off the states of Oregon and California. West Coast 
nearshore groundfish stock assessments have identified the current lack 
of fishery-independent data sources as a research and data need. Both 
Oregon and California have conducted ROV surveys of rockfish in 
nearshore areas, focusing on rocky reef habitat, and, in California, on 
areas inside and outside of Marine Protected Areas.
    The goals and objectives specific to the review of the new ROV 
survey methodologies are to: (1) Evaluate the sampling design used in 
recent (2010-19) ROV surveys conducted by the states of Oregon and 
California; (2) evaluate proposed methods to develop indices or 
estimates of abundance for these ROV surveys, including using habitat/
substrate type and Marine Protected Area designation as covariates; (3) 
evaluate proposed methods to estimate size/age compositions of observed 
individuals of each species; and (4) identify potential impediments to 
developing independent indices or estimates of abundance using these 
ROV surveys and incorporating them into stock assessments.
    This methodology review will likely provide the basis for future 
ROV surveys and the development of indices or estimates of abundance 
for those areas surveyed in Oregon and California, as well as the 
expansion of such methods to other areas within those states and/or 
within Washington State.
    No management actions will be decided by the Pacific Council 
methodology review meeting participants. The Pacific Council 
methodology review meeting participants' role will be development of 
recommendations and reports for consideration by the Pacific Council's 
Scientific and Statistical Committee and

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the Pacific Council at their June meeting in San Diego, CA.
    Although nonemergency issues not contained in the meeting agenda 
may be discussed, those issues may not be the subject of formal action 
during these meetings. Action will be restricted to those issues 
specifically listed in this notice and any issues arising after 
publication of this notice that require emergency action under Section 
305(c) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, 
provided the public has been notified of the intent of the Pacific 
Council meeting participants to take final action to address the 
emergency.

Special Accommodations

    These meetings are physically accessible to people with 
disabilities. Requests for sign language interpretation or other 
auxiliary aids should be directed to Mr. Kris Kleinschmidt 
([email protected], (503) 820-2412) at least 10 days prior to 
the meeting date.

    Dated: January 14, 2020.
Tracey L. Thompson,
Acting Deputy Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries, National 
Marine Fisheries Service.
[FR Doc. 2020-00766 Filed 1-16-20; 8:45 am]
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