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Agency Information Collection Activities: Submitted for Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Review; Comment Request

Tue, Oct 21 2008 11:00:00 GMT

We (U.S. Geological Survey) have sent an Information Collection Request (ICR) to OMB for review and approval. The ICR, which is summarized below, describes the nature of the collection and the estimated burden and cost. This ICR is scheduled to expire on October 31, 2008. We may not conduct or sponsor and a person is not required to respond to a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. However, under OMB regulations, we may continue to conduct or sponsor this information collection while it is pending at OMB.

Agency Information Collection: Comment Request

Tue, Oct 7 2008 11:00:00 GMT

To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), we are notifying the public that we will submit to OMB a new information collection request (ICR) for approval of the paperwork requirements for the National Institutes for Water Resources (NIWR)USGS competitive grant program conducted in conjunction with the State Water Resources Research Institutes. The NIWR cooperates with the USGS in establishing total programmatic direction, reporting on the activities of the Institutes, coordinating and facilitating regional research and information and technology transfer, and in operating the NIWRUSGS Student Internship Program. Furthermore, an annual progress and final technical report for all projects is required at the end of the project period.

This notice provides the public an opportunity to comment on the paperwork burden of this collection.

Announcement of National Geospatial Advisory Committee Meeting

Mon, Sep 29 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The National Geospatial Advisory Committee (NGAC) will meet on October 1516, 2008 at the National Conservation Training Center, 698 Conservation Way, Shepherdstown, WV 25443. The meeting will be held in Room 161 Instructional West.

The NGAC, which is composed of representatives from governmental, private sector, nonprofit, and academic organizations, has been established to advise the Chair of the Federal Geographic Data Committee on management of Federal geospatial programs, the development of the National Spatial Data Infrastructure, and the implementation of Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular A16. Topics to be addressed at the meeting include:
Changing Landscape White Paper.
Geospatial Transition Paper.
National Land Parcel Data Study.
Imagery for the Nation Update.
Geospatial Line of Business Update.

NGAC Action Plan.

The meeting will include two opportunities for public comment. During the afternoon of October 15, comments specific to National Land Parcel Data may

Agency Information Collection Activities: Submitted for Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Review; Comment Request

Fri, Sep 19 2008 11:00:00 GMT

To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is inviting comments on collection of information that we have sent to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. The Information Collection Request (ICR) concerns the paperwork requirements for the National Land Remote Sensing Education, Outreach and Research Program (NLRSEORP) and describes the nature of the collection and the estimated burden and cost.

Geological Survey: Privacy Act of 1974, as Amended; Establishment of a New System of Records

Fri, Sep 19 2008 11:00:00 GMT

In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended (5 [[Page 54426]]
U.S.C. 552a), the Department of the Interior is issuing public notice of its intent to establish a new Privacy Act system of records notice to its inventory: Interior, USGS01, ``National Water Information System: NWIS.''

Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request

Mon, Sep 15 2008 11:00:00 GMT

To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), we are notifying the public that
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we will submit to OMB a new information collection request (ICR) for review and approval. This notice provides the public an opportunity to comment on the paperwork requirements for the National Geological and Geophysical Data Preservation Program (NGGDPP) under Section 351 of the Energy Policy Act of 2005. To submit a proposal to the NGGDPP, a project narrative must be completed and submitted via Grants.gov. Furthermore, a final technical report for all projects is required at the end of the project period. Narrative and report guidance is available through http:// www.Grants.gov.

Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request

Mon, Sep 15 2008 11:00:00 GMT

To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), we are notifying the public that we will submit to OMB an information collection request (ICR) to renew approval of the paperwork requirements for ``USGS Earthquake Report, (1 USGS form).'' This notice provides the public an opportunity to comment on the paperwork burden of this form.

Agency Information Collection: Comment Request

Thu, Sep 4 2008 11:00:00 GMT

To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), we are notifying the public that we will submit to OMB a new information collection request (ICR) for review and approval. This notice provides the public an opportunity to comment on the paperwork burden of this collection.

Interim Steering Committee for the National Climate Change and Wildlife Science Center

Fri, Aug 29 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to Public Law 106-503, the Interim Steering Committee for the National Climate Change and Wildlife Science Center will hold a meeting to discuss priority wildlife climate change research needs of land management and natural resources agencies. Agenda topics will be provided under the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section of this notice. Meetings of the Interim Steering Committee for the National Climate Change and Wildlife Science Center are open to the public.

Agency Information Collection: Comment Request

Wed, Aug 27 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Agency Information Collection: Comment Request

Tue, Aug 26 2008 11:00:00 GMT

To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), we are notifying the public that we will submit to OMB a new Information Collection Request (ICR) for approval of the paperwork requirements for the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping ProgramEDMAP (NCGMPEDMAP). This notice provides the public an opportunity to comment on the paperwork burden of this collection.

National Earthquake Prediction Evaluation Council

Tue, Aug 26 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to Public Law 96-472, the National Earthquake Prediction Evaluation Council (NEPEC) will hold a meeting. The meeting location is the Hilton Palm Springs Resort, 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, California 922626605. The Committee is comprised of members from academia and the Federal Government. The Committee shall advise the Director of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) on proposed earthquake predictions, on the completeness and scientific validity of the available data related to earthquake predictions, and on related matters as assigned by the Director.

The Council will receive a briefing on the Colaboratory for Study of Earthquake Predictability (CSEP), a report on a workshop on Episodic Tremor and Slip held last winter, and short reports and updates on several other topics. The Council will also discuss the potential need to provide advisory reports on short notice if natural observations suggest an increased earthquake risk, and the form and content of such reports.

Agency Information Collection: Comment Request

Thu, Aug 21 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Agency Information Collection: Comment Request

Tue, Aug 19 2008 11:00:00 GMT

To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), we are notifying the public that we will submit to OMB a new information collection request (ICR) for approval of the paperwork requirements for the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping ProgramEDMAP (NCGMPEDMAP). This notice provides the public an opportunity to comment on the paperwork burden of this collection.

Agency Information Collection Activities: Submitted for Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Review; Comment Request

Mon, Aug 11 2008 11:00:00 GMT

To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is inviting comments on collection of information that we have sent to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. The Information Collection Request (ICR) concerns the paperwork requirements for the National Spatial Data Infrastructure, Cooperative Agreements Program (NSDI CAP) and describes the nature of the collection and the estimated burden and cost.

Interim Steering Committee for the National Climate Change and Wildlife Science Center

Fri, Aug 1 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Agency Information Collection Activities: Submitted for Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Review; Comment Request

Wed, Jul 23 2008 11:00:00 GMT

We (U.S. Geological Survey) have sent an Information Collection Request (ICR) to OMB for review and approval. The ICR, which is summarized below, describes the nature of the collection and the estimated burden and cost. This ICR is scheduled to expire on July 31, 2008. We may not conduct or sponsor and a person is not required to respond to a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. However, under OMB regulations, we may continue to conduct or sponsor this information collection while it is pending at OMB.

Scientific Earthquake Studies Advisory Committee

Thu, Jul 17 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to Public Law 106-503, the Scientific Earthquake Studies Advisory Committee (SESAC) will hold its 18th meeting. The meeting location is the U.S. Geological Survey, 345 Middlefield Road, Menlo Park, California 94025. The Committee is comprised of members from academia, industry, and State government. The Committee shall advise the Director of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) on matters relating to the USGS's participation in the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program.

The Committee will receive updates and provide guidance on Earthquake Hazards Program activities and the status of teams supported by the Program.

Meetings of the Scientific Earthquake Studies Advisory Committee are open to the public.

Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request

Fri, Jun 6 2008 11:00:00 GMT

To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), we are notifying the public that we will submit to OMB a new information collection request (ICR) for
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approval of the paperwork requirements for the Mineral Resources Program's (MRP) Mineral Resource External Research Program (MRERP). To submit a proposal for the MRERP a project narrative must be completed and submitted via Grants.gov. Furthermore, for multiyear projects, an annual progress report must be completed, and for all projects, a final technical report is required at the end of the project period. This notice provides the public an opportunity to comment on the paperwork burden of these project narrative and report requirements. The narrative and report guidance is available at http://www.usgs.gov/ contracts/Minerals/index.html.

USGS-CCSP Committee for Synthesis and Assessment Product 3.4: Abrupt Climate Change

Tue, Jun 3 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The USGS-CCSP Committee for Synthesis and Assessment Product 3.4 (SAP 3.4): Abrupt Climate Change, will meet at the Memorial Union Building, Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon on June 19, 2008 between 8:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time.

Agenda: The goal of the meeting is to discuss the comments received during the public comment period for SAP 3.4, and to propose responses to those comments. The meeting is open to the public during the times listed below. Preregistration is required to attend. Contact the Designated Federal Officer (DFO) at the address below by June 13, 2008 to preregister and to receive a copy of the meeting agenda. Public involvement with the meeting is encouraged. Prepared statements may be presented orally to the Committee between 8:30 a.m. and 9 a.m. Public statements will be limited to 3 minutes per person. For scheduling reasons, intent to make a public statement must be established at the time of preregistration. A written copy of the oral statement

Agency Information Collection Activities: Submitted for Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Review; Comment Request

Fri, May 23 2008 11:00:00 GMT

To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), we are notifying the public that we have submitted to OMB an information collection request (ICR) to renew approval of the paperwork requirements for the ``North American Breeding Bird Survey.'' This notice also provides the public a second opportunity to comment on the paperwork burden of this collection.

Announcement of National Geospatial Advisory Committee Meeting

Fri, May 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The National Geospatial Advisory Committee (NGAC) will meet on June 34, 2008 in the 2nd Floor Boardroom of the American Institute of Architects Building, 1735 New York Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20006. The NGAC, which is composed of representatives from governmental, private sector, nonprofit, and academic organizations, has been established to advise the Chair of the Federal Geographic Data Committee on management of Federal geospatial programs, the development of the National Spatial Data Infrastructure, and the implementation of Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular A16. Topics to be addressed at the meeting include:
Discussion of NGAC Bylaws/NGAC Mission
Geospatial Line of Business/OMB Circular A16
Imagery for the Nation
Subcommittee Reports

National Geospatial Strategy Design

The meeting will include an opportunity for public comment during the morning of June 4. Comments may also be submitted to the NGAC in writing. While the meeting will be open to the public, seating may be

Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request

Tue, Apr 29 2008 11:00:00 GMT

To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), we are notifying the public that we will submit to OMB a new information collection request (ICR) for approval of the paperwork requirements for the National Land Remote Sensing Education, Outreach and Research Program (NLRSEORP). To submit a proposal for the NLRSEORP three standard OMB forms and project narrative must be completed and submitted via Grants.gov. This notice provides the public an opportunity to comment on the paperwork burden of these forms. The forms are available at http://www07.grants.gov/agencies/approved standardforms.jsp.

Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request

Tue, Apr 22 2008 11:00:00 GMT

To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), we are notifying the public that we will submit to OMB a new information collection request (ICR) for approval of the paperwork requirements for the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program (NCGMP). To submit a proposal for the NCGMP three standard OMB forms and project narrative must be completed and submitted via on Grants.gov. This notice provides the public an opportunity to comment on the paperwork burden of these forms. The forms are available at http://wwwO7.grants.gov/agencies/ approvedstandardforms.jsp and the NCGMP narrative guidance is available at http://www.usgs.gov/contracts/STATEMAP/index.html. [[Page 21647]]

Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request

Wed, Apr 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), we are notifying the public that we will submit to OMB an information collection request (ICR) to renew approval of the paperwork requirements for ``Nonferrous Metals Surveys (31 USGS forms).'' This notice provides the public an opportunity to comment on the paperwork burden of these forms.

Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request

Wed, Apr 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), we are notifying the public that we will submit to OMB an information collection request (ICR) to renew approval of the paperwork requirements for ``Industrial Minerals Surveys, (38 USGS forms).'' This notice provides the public an opportunity to comment on the paperwork burden of these forms.

Agency Information Collection Activities: Submitted for Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Review; Comment Request

Mon, Mar 31 2008 11:00:00 GMT

To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), we are notifying the public that we have submitted to OMB an information collection request (ICR) to renew approval of the paperwork requirements for ``North American Amphibian Monitoring Program.'' This notice also provides the public a second opportunity to comment on the paperwork burden of this form.

Announcement of National Geospatial Advisory Committee Meeting

Mon, Mar 31 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The National Geospatial Advisory Committee (NGAC) will meet on April 1516, 2008 in the 2nd Floor Boardroom of the American Institute of Architects Building, 1735 New York Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20006. The NGAC, which is comprised of representatives from governmental, private sector, nonprofit, and academic organizations, has been established to advise the Chair of the Federal Geographic Data Committee on management of Federal geospatial programs, the development of the National Spatial Data Infrastructure, and the implementation of Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular A16. Topics to be addressed at the meeting include:
Briefings on current Federal geospatial activities
Review and discussion of NGAC study topics

Review and discussion of NGAC subcommittee assignments

The meeting will include an opportunity for public comment during the morning of April 16. Comments may also be submitted to the NGAC in writing. While the meeting will be open to the public, seating may be limited due to room c

Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request

Wed, Mar 19 2008 11:00:00 GMT

To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), we are notifying the public that we will submit to OMB an information collection request (ICR) to renew approval of the paperwork requirements for ``North American Breeding Bird Survey, (1 USGS form).'' This notice provides the public an opportunity to comment on the paperwork burden of this form.

Notice of an Open Meeting of the Advisory Committee on Water Information (ACWI)

Mon, Feb 25 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Correction

In notice document 08613 beginning on page 8346 in the issue of Wednesday, February 13, 2008, make the following corrections:

1. On page 8346, in the third column, under the SUMMARY heading, in the second line, ``ACWS'' should read ``ACWI''.

2. On the same page, in the same column, under the SUMMARY heading, in the seventh line, ``ACWS'' should read ``ACWI''.
[FR Doc. C8613 Filed 22208; 8:45 am]
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National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program (NCGMP) Advisory Committee

Wed, Feb 20 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to Public Law 106-148, the NCGMP Advisory Committee will meet in Room BA102A of the John Wesley Powell Building of the U.S. Geological Survey, 12201 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, Virginia. The Advisory Committee, composed of scientists from Federal Agencies, State Agencies, academic institutions, and private companies, will advise the Director of the U.S. Geological Survey on planning and implementation of the geologic mapping program. Topics to be reviewed and discussed by the Advisory Committee include the:

Progress of the NCGMP towards fulfilling the purposes of the National Geological Mapping act of 1992

Field oriented geoscience experience for college and university students.

Paucity of Black, Hispanic, and Native American college and university students with geoscience majors.

Office of the Secretary; Notice of Renewal of the Advisory Committee on Water Information Charter.

Wed, Feb 13 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Following consultation with the General Services Administration, notice is hereby given that the Secretary of the Interior is renewing the Advisory Committee on Water Information (ACWI).

The ACWI has been established under the authority of Office of Management and Budget Memorandum No. M9201 and the Federal Advisory Committee act. The purpose of this Presidential Committee is to represent the interests of waterinformation users and professionals in advising the Federal Government on Federal waterinformation programs and their effectiveness in meeting the Nation's waterinformation needs. Member organizations help to foster communications between the Federal and nonFederal sectors of sharing water information.

Membership represents a wide range of water resources interests and functions. Representation on the ACWI includes all levels of government, academia, private industry, and professional and technical societies. Member organizations designate their representatives and alternates. Mem

Notice of an Open Meeting of the Advisory Committee on Water Information (ACWI)

Wed, Feb 13 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Notice is hereby given of the 2008 annual meeting of the ACWS. This meeting is to discuss broad policy topics relating to National water initiatives; and the development and dissemination of water information, through reports from the eight ACWS subgroups. The agenda will include an update on the three pilot studies of the National Water Quality Monitoring Network for U.S. Coastal Waters and their Tributaries and the first report from the Subcommittee on Ground Water on a National Ground Water Framework, as well as other water initiatives.

The ACWI has been established under the authority of the Office of Management and Budget Memorandum No. M9201 and the Federal Advisory Committee Act. The purpose of this Presidential Committee is to represent the interests of waterinformation users and professionals in advising the Federal Government on Federal waterinformation programs and their effectiveness in meeting the Nation's waterinformation needs. Member organizations help to foster communicatio

Scientific Earthquake Studies Advisory Committee

Thu, Jan 31 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to Public Law 106-503, the Scientific Earthquake Studies Advisory Committee (SESAC) will hold its 17th meeting. The meeting location is the U.S. Geological Survey, John Wesley Powell National Center, Room 1B215, 12201 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, Virginia 20192. The Committee is comprised of members from academia, industry, and State government. The Committee shall advise the Director of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) on matters relating to the USGS's participation in the National Earthquake hazards Reduction Program.

The Committee will receive updates and provide guidance on Earthquake Hazards Program activities and the status of teams supported by the Program.

Meetings of the Scientific Earthquake Studies Advisory Committee are open to the public.

Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request

Fri, Jan 25 2008 11:00:00 GMT

To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), we are notifying the public that we will submit to the Office of management and Budget (OMB) an information collection request (ICR) to renew approval of the paperwork requirements for the North American Amphibian Monitoring Program (NAAMP). This notice provides the public an opportunity to comment on the ICR.

U.S. Geological Survey--Climate Change Science Program (CCSP) Committee on Synthesis and Assessment Product 4.2:

Tue, Jan 15 2008 11:00:00 GMT

This notice is published in accordance with section 9(a) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act of 1972 (Pub. L. 92643). The U.S. Geological SurveyClimate Change Science Program (CCSP) Committee on Synthesis and Assessment Product 4.2: Thresholds of Climate Change will hold its FACA peer review meeting on January 2830, 2008 in Denver, CO.

Agenda for the Meeting: The agenda will cover the following: Expert review of SAP 4.2. The review committee will meet to discuss the first draft of SAP 4.2 and provide guiding comments for the completion of the product.

Agency Information Collection Activities: Submitted for Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Review; Comment Request

Wed, Jan 2 2008 11:00:00 GMT

To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), we are notifying the public that we have submitted to OMB an information collection request (ICR) to renew approval of the paperwork requirements for ``Ferrous Metals Surveys, (13 USGS forms)''. This notice also provides the public a second opportunity to comment on the paperwork burden of this form.