Notice2024-09085
Solicitation of Nominations for Membership for the West Virginia Resource Advisory Committee
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Published
April 29, 2024
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Agriculture Department
Abstract
In accordance with the Secure Rural Schools (SRS) and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000 as amended, codified in Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018, and the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), as amended, the United States Department of Agriculture is seeking nominations of qualified candidates to be considered for the West Virginia Resource Advisory Committee (RAC). The West Virginia RAC will advise the Secretary of Agriculture on proposed recommendations and other such matters as the Secretary determines. The West Virginia RAC will be governed by the provisions of FACA. Duration of the West Virginia RAC is for two years unless renewed by the Secretary of Agriculture.
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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 83 (Monday, April 29, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Pages 33313-33314]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2024-09085]
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Solicitation of Nominations for Membership for the West Virginia
Resource Advisory Committee
AGENCY: Department of Agriculture (USDA).
ACTION: Notice of solicitation of nominations for membership.
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SUMMARY: In accordance with the Secure Rural Schools (SRS) and
Community Self-Determination Act of 2000 as amended, codified in
Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018, and the Federal Advisory
Committee Act (FACA), as amended, the United States Department of
Agriculture is seeking nominations of qualified candidates to be
considered for the West Virginia Resource Advisory Committee (RAC). The
West Virginia RAC will advise the Secretary of Agriculture on proposed
recommendations and other such matters as the Secretary determines. The
West Virginia RAC will be governed by the provisions of FACA. Duration
of the West Virginia RAC is for two years unless renewed by the
Secretary of Agriculture.
DATES: Nominations must be submitted via email or postmarked by June
30, 2024. The package must be sent to the address listed in FOR FURTHER
INFORMATION CONTACT. Criteria for a completed package can be found in
Nomination and Application Information Below.
ADDRESSES: Please submit nominations and resumes may be submitted to
the Secretary of Agriculture through Kristopher Hennig, Monongahela
National Forest, Partnership Coordinator, 200 Sycamore Street, Elkins,
WV 26241 or email at <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#7042414446021903041f001815025e18151e1e191730050314115e171f06"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="9dafaca9abeff4eee9f2edf5f8efb3f5f8f3f3f4fadde8eef9fcb3faf2eb">[email protected]</span></a>.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Inquiries may be sent to Kristopher
Hennig, Forest Supervisor's Office, 200 Sycamore Street, Elkins, WV
26241, by Phone at (304) 940-3317, or by email at
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#147f667d67607b647c71663a7c717a7a7d7354616770753a737b62"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="2c475e455f58435c44495e0244494242454b6c595f484d024b435a">[email protected]</span></a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Background
Public Law of Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination
Act of 2000, as amended, 16 U.S.C. 7125, directs the Secretary of
Agriculture to create Secure Rural Schools Resource Advisory Committees
(SRS RAC) to provide advice and recommendations to the Forest Service
concerning projects and funding consistent with SRS Title II of the
Act. Pursuant to 16 U.S.C 7125 and the Federal Advisory Committee Act,
5 U.S.C. 10, notice is hereby given that the Secretary of Agriculture
is seeking nominations of qualified candidates to be considered for the
West Virginia RAC. Additional information on the West Virginia RAC can
be found by visiting the following website at: <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/mnf/workingtogether/advisorycommittees">https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/mnf/workingtogether/advisorycommittees</a>.
The Act describes the duties of the committee as follows: to review
projects proposed by counties and other interested parties; to
recommend projects and funding; to provide early and continuous
coordination with Forest Service officials; to provide frequent
opportunities for citizens, organizations, tribes, land management
agencies and other interested parties to participate openly and
meaningfully, beginning in the early stages of project development; to
monitor projects approved under the Act; to advise the designated
federal official on the progress of monitoring; and to make
recommendations for any appropriate changes or adjustments to projects
being monitored.
Meetings for the SRS RAC's will be published on the Federal
Register website at least 15 days prior to the meeting date at:
<a href="http://www.federalregister.gov">www.federalregister.gov</a>.
Membership Balance
The SRS RACs will be comprised of 15 members approved by the
Secretary of Agriculture (or designee) where each will serve a 4-year
term. SRS RACs memberships will be balanced in terms of the points of
view represented and functions to be performed. The SRS RACs shall
include representation from the following interest areas:
(1) Five persons who represent:
(a) Organized Labor or Non-Timber Forest Product Harvester Groups,
(b) Developed Outdoor Recreation, Off Highway Vehicle Users, or
Commercial Recreation Activities,
(c) Energy and Mineral Development, or Commercial or Recreational
Fishing Interests,
(d) Commercial Timber Industry, or
(e) Federal Grazing or Other Land Use Permits, or Represent Non-
Industrial Private Forest Landowners, within the area for which the
committee is organized.
(2) Five persons who represent:
(a) Nationally Recognized Environmental Organizations,
(b) Regionally or Locally Recognized Environmental Organizations,
(c) Dispersed Recreational Activities,
(d) Archaeological and Historical Interests, or
(e) Nationally or Regionally Recognized Wild Horse and Burro
Interest Groups, Wildlife or Hunting Organizations, or Watershed
Associations.
(3) Five persons who represent:
(a) State Elected Office (or a designee),
(b) County or Local Elected Office,
(c) American Indian Tribes within or adjacent to the area for which
the committee is organized,
(d) Area School Officials or Teachers, or
(e) Affected Public at Large.
Of these members, one will become the Chairperson who is recognized
for their ability to lead a group in a fair and focused manner and who
has been briefed on the mission of the RAC. A chairperson is selected
by a majority of RAC members. The Committee will meet on an annual
basis or as needed and determined by the Agency. In the event that a
vacancy arises, the Designated Federal Officer (DFO) may request the
Secretary to fill the vacancy in the manner in which the original
appointments were made. In accordance with the SRS Act, members of the
SRS RAC shall serve without compensation. SRS RAC members may be
allowed travel and per diem expenses for attendance at committee
meetings, subject to approval of the DFO responsible for administrative
support to the SRS RAC.
Nomination and Application Information
The appointment of members to the SRS RACs will be made by the
Secretary of Agriculture. The public is invited to submit nominations
for membership on the SRS RACs, either as a self-nomination or a
nomination of any qualified and interested person. Any individual or
organization may nominate one or more qualified persons to represent
the interest areas listed above.
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Individuals who wish to be considered for membership on the West
Virginia Secure Rural Schools Advisory Committee must submit a
nomination with information, including a Form AD-755 (Advisory
Committee or Research and Promotion Background Information).
Nominations should be typed and include the following:
If nominating an individual, a brief summary, no more than two
pages, explaining the nominee's qualifications to serve on the Secure
Rural Schools Advisory Committee and addressing the membership
composition and criteria described above.
(a) A resume providing the nominee's background, experience, and
educational qualifications.
(b) A completed Form AD-755, Advisory Committee or Research and
Promotion Background Information. The form can be downloaded by
visiting the following website <a href="https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ad755.pdf">https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ad755.pdf</a>.
(c) Letters of endorsement are required for certain
representations.
Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of
communication for program information (for example., Braille, large
print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the
responsible Agency or USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and
TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-
8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in
languages other than English.
Equal opportunity practices in accordance with USDA policies shall
be followed in all appointments to the SRS RACs. To ensure that the
recommendations of the SRS RACs have taken into account the needs of
the diverse groups served by USDA, membership will, to the extent
practicable, include individuals with demonstrated ability to represent
all racial and ethnic groups, women and men, and persons with
disabilities.
USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race,
color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including
gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital
status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance
program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil
rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA
(not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing
deadlines vary by program or incident.
Dated: April 23, 2024.
Cikena Reid,
USDA Committee Management Officer.
[FR Doc. 2024-09085 Filed 4-26-24; 8:45 am]
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