Rule2023-05391
Safety Zone, Point Mugu Airshow, Naval Base Ventura County, California
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Published
March 16, 2023
Effective
March 17, 2023
Issuing agencies
Homeland Security DepartmentCoast Guard
Abstract
The U.S. Coast Guard is establishing a safety zone over the waters near Naval Base Ventura County, Point Mugu, CA, in support of the Point Mugu Airshow. This action is necessary to provide for the safety of life on these navigable waters in the area near the air demonstrations and to provide an emergency landing area for the event. This regulation prohibits vessels from entering into, transiting through, or remaining within the designated area unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Los Angeles-Long Beach (COTP), or a designated representative.
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[Federal Register Volume 88, Number 51 (Thursday, March 16, 2023)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 16188-16190]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2023-05391]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
Coast Guard
33 CFR Part 165
[Docket Number USCG-2023-0193]
RIN 1625-AA00
Safety Zone, Point Mugu Airshow, Naval Base Ventura County,
California
AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.
ACTION: Temporary final rule.
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SUMMARY: The U.S. Coast Guard is establishing a safety zone over the
waters near Naval Base Ventura County, Point Mugu, CA, in support of
the Point Mugu Airshow. This action is necessary to provide for the
safety of life on these navigable waters in the area near the air
demonstrations and to provide an emergency landing area for the event.
This regulation prohibits vessels from entering into, transiting
through, or remaining within the designated area unless specifically
authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Los Angeles-Long Beach
(COTP), or a designated representative.
DATES: This rule is effective from noon on March 17, 2023, through 5
p.m. on March 19, 2023.
ADDRESSES: To view documents mentioned in this preamble as being
available in the docket, go to <a href="https://www.regulations.gov">https://www.regulations.gov</a>, type USCG-
2023-0193 in the search box and click ``Search.'' Next, in the Document
Type column, select ``Supporting & Related Material.''
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions about this rule,
call or email LCDR Maria Wiener, U.S. Coast Guard Sector Los Angeles-
Long Beach; telephone (310) 521-3860, email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#733742425e203e315e201610071c013f323f315e24243e33060010145d1e1a1f"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="df9beeeef28c929df28cbabcabb0ad939e939df28888929faaacbcb8f1b2b6b3">[email protected]</span></a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
I. Table of Abbreviations
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
DHS Department of Homeland Security
FR Federal Register
NPRM Notice of proposed rulemaking
Sec. Section
U.S.C. United States Code
II. Background Information and Regulatory History
The Coast Guard is issuing this temporary rule without prior notice
and opportunity to comment pursuant to authority under section 4(a) of
the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) (5 U.S.C. 553(b)). This
provision authorizes an agency to issue a rule without prior notice and
opportunity to
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comment when the agency for good cause finds that those procedures are
``impracticable, unnecessary, or contrary to the public interest.''
Under 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(B), the Coast Guard finds that good cause exists
for not publishing a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) with respect
to this rule because it is impracticable. The Coast Guard did not
receive final details for this event until Feburary 9, 2023. There was
insufficient time to undergo the full rulemaking process, including
providing a reasonable comment period and considering those comments,
because the Coast Guard must establish this temporary safety zone by
March 17, 2023.
Under 5 U.S.C. 553(d)(3), the Coast Guard finds that good cause
exists for making this rule effective less than 30 days after
publication in the Federal Register. Delaying the effective date of
this rule would be contrary to the public interest because immediate
action is needed to address potentially hazardous conditions associated
with an aircraft emergency landing area.
III. Legal Authority and Need for Rule
The Coast Guard is issuing this rule under authority in 46 U. S. C.
70034. The COTP has determined that a safety zone is necessary due to
potential hazards associated with this event. The sponsor will be
conducting an air show in vicinity of the Point Mugu, Ventura County,
CA. The COTP has determined that this safety zone is necessary to
ensure the safety of, and reduce the risk to, the public, and mariners,
in the vicinity of the aerobatic performance because the area of water
within the zone will serve as an emergency landing area for aircraft.
IV. Discussion of the Rule
This rule establishes a safety zone from noon on March 17, 2023,
through 5 p.m. on March 19, 2023. Based on the safety risks described
above, the Coast Guard is proposing to establish a safety zone to serve
as an emergency landing area for aircraft in the vicinity of Point Mugu
for the Point Mugu Air Show. The safety zone would encompass all
navigable waters from the surface to the sea floor in an area bound by
the following coordinates: 34[deg]06'27'' N; 119[deg]08'29'' W,
34[deg]06'20'' N; 119[deg]8'13'' W, 34[deg]06'15'' N; 119[deg]8'38'' W,
34[deg]06'06'' N; 119[deg]8'26'' W. All coordinates displayed are
referenced by North American Datum of 1983, World Geodetic System,
1984.
During the enforcement period, vessels are prohibited from entering
into, transiting through, or remaining within the designated area
unless authorized by the COTP or their designated representative. The
general boating public will be notified prior to the enforcement of the
safety zone via Broadcast Notice to Mariners. No vessel or person is
permitted to operate in the safety zone without obtaining permission
from COTP or the COTP's designated representative. A designated
representative means a Coast Guard coxswain, petty officer, or other
officer operating a Coast Guard vessel designated by or assisting the
COTP in the enforcement of the safety zone. To seek permission to
enter, hail Coast Guard Sector Los Angeles-Long Beach on VHF-FM Channel
16 or (310) 521-3801. Upon being hailed by a Coast Guard vessel or
designated representative by siren, radio, flashing light or other
means, the operator of the vessel shall proceed as directed.
V. Regulatory Analyses
We developed this rule after considering numerous statutes and
Executive orders related to rulemaking. Below we summarize our analyses
based on a number of these statutes and Executive orders, and we
discuss First Amendment rights of protestors.
A. Regulatory Planning and Review
Executive Orders 12866 and 13563 direct agencies to assess the
costs and benefits of available regulatory alternatives and, if
regulation is necessary, to select regulatory approaches that maximize
net benefits. This rule has not been designated a ``significant
regulatory action,'' under Executive Order 12866. Accordingly, this
rule has not been reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget
(OMB).
This regulatory action determination is based on the size,
location, and duration of the safety zone. The size of the zone is the
minimum necessary to provide adequate protection for the waterway
users, adjoining areas, and the public. The zone will be enforced
during the scheduled times of noon to 5:00 p.m. on three days.
Commercial vessel traffic will not be affected by the establishment of
the safety zone due to its overall proximity to the shore. Recreational
water users will be able to transit around the safety zone.
B. Impact on Small Entities
The Regulatory Flexibility Act of 1980, 5 U.S.C. 601-612, as
amended, requires Federal agencies to consider the potential impact of
regulations on small entities during rulemaking. The term ``small
entities'' comprises small businesses, not-for-profit organizations
that are independently owned and operated and are not dominant in their
fields, and governmental jurisdictions with populations of less than
50,000. The Coast Guard certifies under 5 U.S.C. 605(b) that this rule
will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of
small entities.
While some owners or operators of vessels intending to transit the
safety zone may be small entities, for the reasons stated in section
V.A. above, this rule will not have a significant economic impact on
any vessel owner or operator. Under section 213(a) of the Small
Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104-121),
we want to assist small entities in understanding this rule. If the
rule would affect your small business, organization, or governmental
jurisdiction and you have questions concerning its provisions or
options for compliance, please call or email the person listed in the
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section.
Small businesses may send comments on the actions of Federal
employees who enforce, or otherwise determine compliance with, Federal
regulations to the Small Business and Agriculture Regulatory
Enforcement Ombudsman and the Regional Small Business Regulatory
Fairness Boards. The Ombudsman evaluates these actions annually and
rates each agency's responsiveness to small business. If you wish to
comment on actions by employees of the Coast Guard, call 1-888-REG-FAIR
(1-888-734-3247). The Coast Guard will not retaliate against small
entities that question or complain about this rule or any policy or
action of the Coast Guard.
C. Collection of Information
This rule will not call for a new collection of information under
the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501-3520).
D. Federalism and Indian Tribal Governments
A rule has implications for federalism under Executive Order 13132,
Federalism, if it has a substantial direct effect on the States, on the
relationship between the National Government and the States, or on the
distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of
government. We have analyzed this rule under that Order and have
determined that it is consistent with the fundamental federalism
principles and preemption requirements described in Executive Order
13132.
Also, this rule does not have tribal implications under Executive
Order 13175, Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal
Governments,
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because it does not have a substantial direct effect on one or more
Indian tribes, on the relationship between the Federal Government and
Indian tribes, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities
between the Federal Government and Indian tribes.
E. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
The Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1531-1538)
requires Federal agencies to assess the effects of their discretionary
regulatory actions. In particular, the Act addresses actions that may
result in the expenditure by a State, local, or tribal government, in
the aggregate, or by the private sector of $100,000,000 (adjusted for
inflation) or more in any one year. Though this rule will not result in
such an expenditure, we do discuss the effects of this rule elsewhere
in this preamble.
F. Environment
We have analyzed this rule under Department of Homeland Security
Directive 023-01, Rev. 1, associated implementing instructions, and
Environmental Planning COMDTINST 5090.1 (series), which guide the Coast
Guard in complying with the National Environmental Policy Act of
1969(42 U.S.C. 4321-4370f), and have determined that this action is one
of a category of actions that do not individually or cumulatively have
a significant effect on the human environment. This rule involves a
safety zone encompassing an area in vicinity of Point Mugu, CA. It is
categorically excluded from further review under paragraph L60(a), in
Table 3-1 of U.S. Coast Guard Environmental Planning Implementing
Procedures. An environmental analysis and checklist supporting this
determination and Record of Environmental Consideration (REC) are
available in the docket where indicated under ADDRESSES. We seek any
comments or information that may lead to the discovery of a significant
environmental impact from this rule.
G. Protest Activities
The Coast Guard respects the First Amendment rights of protesters.
Protesters are asked to call or email the person listed in the FOR
FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section to coordinate protest activities so
that your message can be received without jeopardizing the safety or
security of people, places or vessels.
List of Subjects in 33 CFR Part 165
Harbors, Marine safety, Navigation (water), Reporting and
recordkeeping requirements, Security measures, Waterways.
For the reasons discussed in the preamble, the Coast Guard amends
33 CFR part 165 as follows:
PART 165--REGULATED NAVIGATION AREAS AND LIMITED ACCESS AREAS
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1. The authority citation for part 165 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 46 U.S.C. 70034, 70051, 70124; 33 CFR 1.05-1, 6.04-
1, 6.04-6, and 160.5; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No.
00170.1, Revision No. 01.3.
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2. Add Sec. 165.T11-123 to read as follows:
Sec. 165.T11-123 Safety Zone; Point Mugu Airshow, Naval Base Ventura
County, California.
(a) Location. The following area is a safety zone: All navigable
waters from the surface to the sea floor consisting of a line
connecting the following coordinates: 34[deg]06'27'' N; 119[deg]08'29''
W, 34[deg]06'20'' N; 119[deg]8'13'' W, 34[deg]06'15'' N; 119[deg]8'38''
W, 34[deg]06'06'' N;119[deg]8'26'' W. All coordinates displayed are
referenced by North American Datum of 1983, World Geodetic System,
1984.
(b) Definitions. For the purposes of this section:
Designated representative means a Coast Guard coxswain, petty
officer, or other officer operating a Coast Guard vessel designated by
or assisting the Captain of the Port Los Angeles-Long Beach (COTP) in
the enforcement of the safety zone.
(c) Regulations. (1) Under the general safety zone regulations in
subpart C of this part, you may not enter the safety zone described in
paragraph (a) of this section unless authorized by the COTP or the
COTP's designated representative.
(2) To seek permission to enter, hail Coast Guard Sector Los
Angeles-Long Beach on VHF-FM Channel 16 or call at (310) 521-3801.
Those in the security zone must comply with all lawful orders or
directions given to them by the COTP or the COTP's designated
representative.
(3) Upon being hailed by the COTP's designated representative, by
siren, radio, flashing light or other means, the operator of the vessel
shall proceed as directed.
(d) Enforcement period. The temporary safety zone will be enforced
from noon to 5 p.m. each day from March 17, 2023, to March 19, 2023.
(e) Informational broadcasts. The COTP or a designated
representative will inform the public of the enforcement date and times
for this safety zone via Local Notices to Mariners.
Dated: March 13, 2023.
R.D. Manning,
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the Port Sector Los Angeles-Long
Beach.
[FR Doc. 2023-05391 Filed 3-15-23; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 9110-04-P
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