Notices. Notice of a proposed modification to a proposed marine mammal incidental take authorization; request for comments

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BILLING CODE 3510-DR-P DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration [I.D. 061406A] Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Specified Activities; Port Sutton Navigation Channel, Tampa Bay, FL AGENCY: National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Commerce. ACTION: Notice of a proposed modification to a proposed marine mammal incidental take authorization; request for comments. SUMMARY: NMFS received a request from the U.S.

Army Corps of Engineers-Jacksonville District (Corps) for an authorization to take marine mammals, by harassment, incidental to expanding and deepening the Port Sutton Navigation Channel in Tampa Harbor, FL (Port Sutton project). On August 18, 2005, NMFS published a **Federal Register** notice to solicit public comments for the Corps' proposed project and NMFS preliminary determination of issuing an incidental harassment authorization

(IHA)to the Corps. Subsequently, the Corps submitted additional information to NMFS on charge weight of the explosives and calculations for impact zones from a similar port construction project that the Corps completed in Miami. Due to the similarity of the geophysical structure and rock substrate between the Port of Miami and Port Sutton, the Corps proposes to modify certain aspects of the proposed project in Port Sutton with the best available scientific information obtained from the Port of Miami project. NMFS is requesting comments on the proposed modifications to the Port Sutton project and its IHA. DATES: Comments and information must be received no later than August 1, 2006. ADDRESSES: Comments on this proposed modification should be addressed to P. Michael Payne, Chief, Permits, Conservation and Education Division, Office of Protected Species, National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910. The mailbox address for providing e-mail comments on this action is *PR1.061406A@noaa.gov* . Comments sent via e-mail, including all attachments, must not exceed a 10-megabyte file size. NMFS requests that comments be limited to the proposed modifications only; comments already submitted during the original public comment will be addressed when NMFS makes a final determination whether an IHA will be issued. A copy of the original application, Environmental Assessment (EA), and documents submitted to support the modifications may be obtained by writing to the address provided or by telephoning the contact listed under the heading FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT . Publications referenced in this document are available for viewing, by appointment during regular business hours, at the address provided here during this comment period. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Shane Guan, NMFS, (301)713-2289, ext 137. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background Sections 101(a)(5)(A) and

(D)of the Marine Mammal Protection Act

(MMPA)(16 U.S.C. 1361 *et seq.* ) direct the Secretary of Commerce to allow, upon request, the incidental, but not intentional, taking of small numbers of marine mammals by U.S. citizens who engage in a specified activity (other than commercial fishing) within a specified geographical region if certain findings are made and either regulations are issued or, if the taking is limited to harassment, a notice of a proposed authorization is provided to the public for review. An authorization shall be granted if NMFS finds that the taking will have a negligible impact on the species or stock(s), will not have an unmitigable adverse impact on the availability of the species or stock(s) for subsistence uses, and if the permissible methods of taking and requirements pertaining to the mitigation, monitoring and reporting of such takings are set forth. NMFS has defined “negligible impact” in 50 CFR 216.103 as “an impact resulting from the specified activity that cannot be reasonably expected to, and is not reasonably likely to, adversely affect the species or stock through effects on annual rates of recruitment or survival.” Subsection 101(a)(5)(D) of the MMPA established an expedited process by which citizens of the United States can apply for an authorization to incidentally take small numbers of marine mammals by harassment. Except with respect to certain activities not pertinent here, the MMPA now defines “harassment” as: any act of pursuit, torment, or annoyance which

(i)has the potential to injure a marine mammal or marine mammal stock in the wild [Level A harassment]; or

(ii)has the potential to disturb a marine mammal or marine mammal stock in the wild by causing disruption of behavioral patterns, including, but not limited to, migration, breathing, nursing, breeding, feeding, or sheltering [Level B harassment]. Subsection 101(a)(5)(D) establishes a 45-day time limit for NMFS review of an application followed by a 30-day public notice and comment period on any proposed authorizations for the incidental harassment of small numbers of marine mammals. Summary of Request On February 26, 2004, NMFS received a request from the Corps for an authorization to take, by harassment, bottlenose dolphins ( *Tursiops truncatus* ) incidental to using blasting during enlargement of the Port Sutton Navigation Channel, a part of the Tampa Harbor Federal Navigation Project, in the northern portion of Tampa Bay, Hillsborough County, Florida. The purpose of the project is to enlarge the navigation channel to accommodate larger vessels and incorporate an additional channel segment into the Federal channel. Detailed information of the project description, a summary of the marine mammal species in the proposed project area, and a description of potential effects on marine mammals are provided in a previous **Federal Register** notice (70 FR 48541, August 18, 2005) and are not repeated here. Summary of Proposed Modification Based on previous experience with harbor construction associated blasting in Puerto Rico in 1999 and Miami in 2005, the Corps has developed a set of standard specifications that would be used as general guidelines for the Port Sutton Project. These specifications would modify the existing proposed project plan (including mitigation) in the following ways:

(1)The Corps will not conduct any blasting activities between November 1 and March 31, when the likelihood of Florida manatee ( *Trichechus manatus latirostris* ) presence is high within the proposed project area.

(2)The Corps will provide the contractor's approved Blasting Plan to the NMFS, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

(FWC)for review at least 30 days prior to the proposed date of the blast(s). The Blasting Plan shall include at least the following information:

(a)A list of the observers, their qualifications, and positions for the watch, and a map depicting the proposed locations for boats or land-based observers.

(b)The amount of explosive charge proposed, the explosive charge's equivalency in TNT, how it will be executed (depth of drilling, stemming, etc.), a drawing showing the placement of charges, size of the safety radius and how it will be marked, tide tables for the proposed blasting event(s), and estimates of times and days for blasting events.

(3)For each explosive charge placed, detonation will not occur if a marine mammal is known to be (or based on previous sightings, may be) within a circular area known as the safety zone. In the absence of acoustic measurements of the shock and pressure waves emanating from the detonations, the following equations were proposed in the Corps' original application and NMFS proposed IHA notice for blasting projects to determine zones of injury or mortality from an open water explosion. The equations, based on Young (1991), were: Caution zone Radius

(R)= 260 x (W)1/3 Safety zone Radius

(R)= 520 x (W)1/3 with radius

(R)= 260 times or 520 times the cube root of the weight

(W)of the explosive charge where R = radius of the zone in ft and W = weight of the explosive charge in lbs/delay. The caution zone represents the radius in ft from the detonation beyond which mortality would not be expected from an open-water blast. The safety zone is the approximate distance in ft beyond which injury (Level A harassment) is unlikely from an open-water explosion. These zones were initially proposed to be used by the Corps for implementing mitigation measures to protect marine mammals. Upon completion of the Port of Miami harbor construction project, the Corps calculated and analyzed field measurements of acoustic wave pressures during the Port of Miami Project. The results show that the acoustic wave pressures from the detonation to a distance equal to the caution zone radius plus 300 ft (91 m) dropped down to the level of ambient noise. Due to the similarity of the geophysical structure and rock substrate between Port of Miami and Port Sutton, the Corps believes the adoption of the Port of Miami pressure measurements to establish safety zones at Port Sutton provides a conservative level of protection for marine mammals. Therefore, the Corps proposes to modify the safety zone radius to the radius of the calculated caution zone plus 300 ft (91 m). This modification will reduce the area of safety zones and make marine mammal monitoring more effective.

(4)Marine mammal monitoring shall begin at least 1 hour prior to the scheduled start of blasting to identify the possible presence of manatees and dolphins. The monitoring shall continue until at least one half-hour after detonations are complete. Marine mammal monitoring will consist of a minimum of six observers. Each observer will be equipped with a two-way radio that shall be dedicated exclusively to the watch. Extra radio should be available in case of failures. Observers will also be equipped with polarized sunglasses, binoculars, a red flag for backup visual communication, and a sighting log with a map to record marine mammal sightings. In addition to monitoring from two small boats and from a draw barge, marine mammal monitoring will also include a continuous aerial survey to be conducted by aircraft, as approved by the Federal Aviation Administration.

(5)Detonation events will be halted if an animal is spotted within 300 ft (91 m) of the perimeter of the caution zone (i.e., the safety zone). The blasting event shall not take place until the animal moves out of the area under its own volition, or 30 minutes after the last sighting of the animal. Endangered Species Act The Corps is currently working with the USFWS on an ESA section 7 consultation regarding potential take of Florida manatees incidental to the proposed action. No ESA-listed species under NMFS jurisdiction will be affected. Preliminary Conclusions NMFS believes that the Corps' proposed modification to the proposed action would not increase the incidental take of marine mammals from its original proposal by number or severity. The newly available information that was used for the proposed modification would provide a better assessment on the potential impacts on marine mammals, and therefore provides more effective mitigation and monitoring measures. NMFS retains its preliminary determination made in its previous **Federal Register** notice (70 FR 48541, August 18, 2005) that the Corps' proposed action and subsequent modification, including mitigation measures to protect marine mammals, may result, at worst, in the temporary modification in behavior by small numbers of bottlenose dolphins, including temporarily vacating the Port Sutton Channel area to avoid the blasting activity and potential for minor visual and acoustic disturbance from dredging and detonations. This action is expected to have a negligible impact on the affected species or stock of marine mammals. In addition, no take by injury or death is anticipated, and harassment takes will be at the lowest level practicable due to incorporation of the mitigation measures described in this document and the August 18, 2005, **Federal Register** notice (70 FR 48541). Proposed Authorization NMFS proposes to issue an IHA to the Corps for the harassment of small numbers of bottlenose dolphins incidental to expanding and deepening the Port Sutton Channel in Tampa Harbor, FL, provided the mitigation, monitoring, and reporting requirements, along with the proposed modifications, are incorporated. Information Solicited NMFS requests interested persons to submit comments and information concerning this proposed modification to the proposed project and NMFS' preliminary determination of issuing an IHA (see ADDRESSES ). Dated: July 11, 2006. James H. Lecky, Director, Office of Protected Resources, National Marine Fisheries Service. [FR Doc. E6-11268 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510-22-S DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Hydrographic Services Review Panel Meeting AGENCY: National Ocean Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Department of Commerce. ACTION: Notice of open meeting. SUMMARY: The Hydrographic Services Review Panel

(HSRP)was established by the Secretary of Commerce to advise the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere on matters related to the responsibilities and authorities set forth in section 303 of the Hydrographic Services Improvement Act of 1998, its amendments, and such other appropriate matters that the Under Secretary refers to the Panel for review and advice. *Date and Time:* The meeting will be held Monday, August 14, 2006, from 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Tuesday, August 15, 2006, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. *Location:* The Hotel Captain Cook, 4th and K Streets, Anchorage, Alaska 99501; Telephone: 907-276-6000 or 800-843-1950. The times and agenda topics are subject to change. Refer to the HSRP Web site listed below for the most current meeting agenda. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Captain Steven Barnum, NOAA, Designated Federal Official (DFO), Office of Coast Survey, National Ocean Service (NOS), NOAA (N/CS), 1315 East West Highway, Silver Spring, Maryland 20910; Telephone: 301-713-2770, Fax: 301-713-4019; e-mail: *Hydroservices.panel@noaa.gov* or visit the NOAA HSRP Web site at *http://nauticalcharts.noaa.gov/ocs/hsrp/hsrp.htm.* SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The meeting will be open to the public and public comment periods will be scheduled at various times throughout the meeting. These comment periods will be part of the final agenda that will be published before the meeting date on the HSRP Web site listed above. Each individual or group making a verbal presentation will be limited to a total time of five

(5)minutes. Written comments (at least 30 copies) should be submitted to the DFO by August 4, 2006. Written comments received by the DFO after August 4, 2006, will be distributed to the HSRP, but may not be reviewed before the meeting date. Approximately 25 seats will be available for the public, on a first-come, first-served basis. *Matters to be Considered:*

(1)Deliberations on issues relevant to:

(1)Alaska shipping, cruise industry, coastal resources management, ocean policy, and recreational boating;

(2)geodesy and shoreline mapping;

(3)navigational services program updates;

(4)historical overview and status update on the reauthorization of the Hydrographic Services Improvement Act;

(5)Panel deliberations on the “NOAA Hydrographic Survey Priorities;” and

(6)public statements. Dated: July 7, 2006. Steven R. Barnum, Director, Office of Coast Survey, National Ocean Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. [FR Doc. E6-11260 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510-JE-P DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration [I.D. 070306B] Marine Fisheries Advisory Committee; Public Meetings AGENCY: National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Commerce. ACTION: Notice of open public meetings. SUMMARY: Notice is hereby given of meetings of the Marine Fisheries Advisory Committee (MAFAC). This will be the second of two meetings held in fiscal year 2006 to review and advise NOAA on management policies for living marine resources. Agenda topics are provided under the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section of this notice. All full Committee sessions will be open to the public. DATES: The meetings will be held July 25, 2006, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and July 27, 2006, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. ADDRESSES: The meetings will be held at the Courtyard Marriott Seattle Downtown/Lake Union, 925 Westlake Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109,

(206)213-0100. Requests for special accommodations may be directed to MAFAC, National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway #9508, Silver Spring, MD 20910. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Laurel Bryant, MAFAC Executive Director; telephone:

(301)713-2379 x171. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: As required by section 10(a)(2) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C. App. 2, notice is hereby given of meetings of MAFAC. MAFAC was established by the Secretary of Commerce (Secretary) on February 17, 1971, to advise the Secretary on all living marine resource matters that are the responsibility of the Department of Commerce. This committee advises and reviews the adequacy of living marine resource policies and programs to meet the needs of commercial and recreational fisheries, and environmental, state, consumer, academic, tribal, governmental and other national interests. Matters to be Considered July 25, 2006 The meeting will begin with opening remarks and introductions from Dr. William T. Hogarth, Assistant Administrator for Fisheries and representatives of the Northwest Regional Office and Fisheries Science Center. The Committee will receive a review of the inaugural Sustainable Fisheries Leadership Awards held in June 2006, which the Committee helped to establish, and receive a presentation and request for input on a long term seafood information and outreach product the agency intends to launch on the internet within the next year. Next, the committee will receive an update on offshore aquaculture legislation, receive a presentation of aquaculture research occurring within the region, and discuss the overall direction and future of domestic and global aquaculture. The afternoon will include discussing the scope, focus and strategy for producing a public document intended to outline the roadmap of issues to be addressed in fisheries in the next 20 years. July 26, 2006 No full Committee meeting will take place. Subcommittees will meet 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. The full Committee will then visit a regional research facility in Manchester, WA. July 27, 2006 The Subcommittees will meet from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. The full committee will reconvene from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. to receive, discuss, and take final actions and votes. Special Accommodations These meetings are physically accessible to people with disabilities. Requests for sign language interpretation or other auxiliary aids should be directed to Laurel Bryant, MAFAC Executive Director; telephone:

(301)713-2379 x171. Dated: July 11, 2006. William T. Hogarth, Assistant Administrator for Fisheries, National Marine Fisheries Service. [FR Doc. E6-11271 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510-22-S DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration [I.D. 040704A] Endangered Fish and Wildlife; National Environmental Policy Act; Right Whale Ship Strike Reduction Regulations; Public Hearings AGENCY: National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Commerce. ACTION: Notice of public hearings. SUMMARY: NMFS will hold three public hearings in August 2006, to receive public comments on the North Atlantic right whale ship strike reduction strategy and draft environmental impact statement

(DEIS)in Boston, MA; Baltimore, MD; and Jacksonville, FL. DATES: See SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION under the heading "Hearing Dates, Times, and Locations" for the dates and locations of the public hearings. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jessica Gribbon, Office of Protected Resources, NMFS, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910; telephone:

(301)713-2322. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On July 7, 2006, the Environmental Protection Agency

(EPA)published a Notice of Availability

(NOA)in the **Federal Register** announcing the availability of the DEIS for implementation of the operational measures of the Right Whale Ship Strike Reduction Strategy for public comment and review. The public comment period on the DEIS is from July 7, 2006, to September 5, 2006. The public has the opportunity to submit comments on the document using following methods:

(1)E-mail: *ShipStrike.EIS@noaa.gov* .

(2)Mail: Chief, Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle Conservation Division, Attn: Right Whale Ship Strike Reduction Strategy DEIS, Office of Protected Resources, NMFS, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910.

(3)Facsimile

(fax)to: 301-427-2522, Attn: Right Whale Ship Strike Reduction Strategy DEIS.

(4)Public Hearings: Submit oral or written comments at public hearings for the DEIS. NMFS has scheduled three public hearings on the DEIS. The purpose of these hearings is to provide an opportunity for the public to submit oral or written comments on the DEIS. The DEIS and information on these hearings can be found at > *http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/pr/shipstrike/* . Hearing Dates, Times, and Locations The dates, times and locations of the hearings are as follows: Tuesday, August 8, 2006 - Jacksonville, FL 1-4 p.m. - University of North Florida, University Center, Board of Trustees Room, 1200 Alumni Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224. Thursday, August 10, 2006 - Baltimore, MD 1-4 p.m. - Maryland Science Center, MSC Theater, 601 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230. Monday, August 14, 2006 - Boston, MA 1-4 p.m. - Thomas

(Tip)O'Neill, Federal Building, Auditorium, 10 Causeway Street, Boston, MA 02222. Special Accommodations These hearings are physically accessible to people with disabilities. Requests for sign language interpretation or other auxiliary aids should be directed to Jessica Gribbon, at

(301)713-2322, ext.153, at least 7 working days prior to the hearing date. Dated: July 11, 2006. Stewart Harris, Acting Chief, Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle Conservation Division, Office of Protected Resources, National Marine Fisheries Service. [FR Doc. E6-11272 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510-22-S DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission [Docket No. EL06-52-002] New York Power Authority v. Consolidated Edison Company; Notice of Filing July 11, 2006. Take notice that on July 6, 2006, Consolidated Edison Company filed a chart of tabulation of interest that it paid on the principal amount of refund that was erroneously not included in its refund report filed on June 20, 2006. Any person desiring to intervene or to protest this filing must file in accordance with Rules 211 and 214 of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure (18 CFR 385.211, 385.214). Protests will be considered by the Commission in determining the appropriate action to be taken, but will not serve to make protestants parties to the proceeding. Any person wishing to become a party must file a notice of intervention or motion to intervene, as appropriate. Such notices, motions, or protests must be filed on or before the comment date. Anyone filing a motion to intervene or protest must serve a copy of that document on the Applicant and all the parties in this proceeding. The Commission encourages electronic submission of protests and interventions in lieu of paper using the “eFiling” link at *http://www.ferc.gov* . Persons unable to file electronically should submit an original and 14 copies of the protest or intervention to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. This filing is accessible online at *http://www.ferc.gov* , using the “eLibrary” link and is available for review in the Commission's Public Reference Room in Washington, DC. There is an “eSubscription” link on the Web site that enables subscribers to receive e-mail notification when a document is added to a subscribed docket(s). For assistance with any FERC Online service, please e-mail *FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov* , or call

(866)208-3676 (toll free). For TTY, call

(202)502-8659. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on July 27, 2006. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11264 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission [Docket No. PR06-6-002] Dow Pipeline Company; Notice of Compliance Filing July 5, 2006. Take notice that on May 10, 2006, Dow Pipeline Company filed a revised Statement of Operating Conditions in compliance with the Commission's letter order issued on April 26, 2006, in Docket Nos. PR06-6-000 and PR06-6-001. Any person desiring to protest this filing must file in accordance with Rule 211 of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure (18 CFR 385.211). Protests to this filing will be considered by the Commission in determining the appropriate action to be taken, but will not serve to make protestants parties to the proceeding. Such protests must be filed on or before the date as indicated below. Anyone filing a protest must serve a copy of that document on all the parties to the proceeding. The Commission encourages electronic submission of protests in lieu of paper using the “eFiling” link at *http://www.ferc.gov* . Persons unable to file electronically should submit an original and 14 copies of the protest to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. This filing is accessible online at *http://www.ferc.gov* , using the “eLibrary” link and is available for review in the Commission's Public Reference Room in Washington, DC. There is an “eSubscription” link on the Web site that enables subscribers to receive e-mail notification when a document is added to a subscribed docket(s). For assistance with any FERC Online service, please e-mail *FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov* , or call

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(202)502-8659. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on July 17, 2006. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11239 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission [Docket No. RP05-672-003] East Tennessee Natural Gas, LLC; Notice of Explanation of Terms July 11, 2006. Take notice that on May 15, 2006, East Tennessee Natural Gas, LLC (East Tennessee) filed an explanation in Docket No. RP05-672-003 to comply with a Commission order dated May 4, 2006 approving East Tennessee's *pro forma* tariff proposal to establish east-end pooling rights on its system (May 4 Order). (115 FERC ¶ 61,142 (2006)) East Tennessee had filed the east-end pooling proposal as required by Article IV of a Settlement approved by Commission order dated October 26, 2005. (113 FERC ¶ 61,099 (2005)) The May 4 Order noted that the proposal did not revise subsection 3.2 (Delivery Points) of Rate Schedule FT-GS ( *Pro Forma* Sheet No. 123) to provide delivery point pooling rights. Therefore, the May 4 Order conditionally accepted East Tennessee's filing subject to East Tennessee either revising the *pro forma* tariff language by adding delivery point pooling rights to subsection 3.2 of Rate Schedule FT-GS, or explaining why the proposal fully complied with Article IV of the Settlement. Any person desiring to protest this filing must file in accordance with Rule 211 of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure (18 CFR 385.211). Protests to this filing will be considered by the Commission in determining the appropriate action to be taken, but will not serve to make protestants parties to the proceeding. Such protests must be filed on or before the date as indicated below. Anyone filing a protest must serve a copy of that document on all the parties to the proceeding. The Commission encourages electronic submission of protests in lieu of paper using the “eFiling” link at *http://www.ferc.gov.* Persons unable to file electronically should submit an original and 14 copies of the protest to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. This filing is accessible online at *http://www.ferc.gov* , using the “eLibrary” link and is available for review in the Commission's Public Reference Room in Washington, DC. There is an “eSubscription” link on the Web site that enables subscribers to receive e-mail notification when a document is added to a subscribed docket(s). For assistance with any FERC Online service, please e-mail *FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov* , or call

(866)208-3676 (toll free). For TTY, call

(202)502-8659. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on July 18, 2006. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11261 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission [Project No. 2145] Public Utility District No. 1 of Chelan County, WA; Notice of Authorization for Continued Project Operation July 11, 2006. On June 29, 2004, Public Utility District No. 1 of Chelan County, licensee for the Rocky Reach Hydroelectric Project, filed an application for a new or subsequent license pursuant to the Federal Power Act

(FPA)and the Commission's regulations. The Rocky Reach Project is located on the Columbia River in the Town of Entiat, Chelan County, Washington. The license for Project No. 2145 was issued for a period ending June 30, 2006. Section 15(a)(1) of the FPA, 16 U.S.C. 808(a)(1), requires the Commission, at the expiration of a license term, to issue from year-to-year an annual license to the then licensee under the terms and conditions of the prior license until a new license is issued, or the project is otherwise disposed of as provided in section 15 or any other applicable section of the FPA. If the project's prior license waived the applicability of section 15 of the FPA, then, based on section 9(b) of the Administrative Procedure Act, 5 U.S.C. 558(c), and as set forth at 18 CFR 16.21(a), if the licensee of such project has filed an application for a subsequent license, the licensee may continue to operate the project in accordance with the terms and conditions of the license after the minor or minor part license expires, until the Commission acts on its application. If the licensee of such a project has not filed an application for a subsequent license, then it may be required, pursuant to 18 CFR 16.21(b), to continue project operations until the Commission issues someone else a license for the project or otherwise orders disposition of the project. If the project is subject to section 15 of the FPA, notice is hereby given that an annual license for Project No. 2145 is issued to Public Utility District No. 1 of Chelan County for a period effective July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2007, or until the issuance of a new license for the project or other disposition under the FPA, whichever comes first. If issuance of a new license (or other disposition) does not take place on or before June 30, 2007, notice is hereby given that, pursuant to 18 CFR 16.18(c), an annual license under section 15(a)(1) of the FPA is renewed automatically without further order or notice by the Commission, unless the Commission orders otherwise. If the project is not subject to section 15 of the FPA, notice is hereby given that Public Utility District No. 1 of Chelan County, is authorized to continue operation of the Rocky Reach Project until such time as the Commission acts on its application for a subsequent license. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11262 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission [Docket Nos. CP06-412-000 and CP06-416-000] Puget Sound Energy, Inc. and Northwest Pipeline Corporation; Notice of Application July 10, 2006. Take notice that on June 30, 2006, Puget Sound Energy, Inc. (Puget), 10885 NE. 4th Street, Bellevue, Washington 98009, filed an application in Docket No. CP06-412-000, pursuant to sections 7(c) and 7(b) of the Natural Gas Act

(NGA)and part 157 of the Commission's regulations, for a certificate of public convenience and necessity and related abandonment authority for Puget, as operator of the Jackson Prairie Storage Project in Lewis County, Washington, to construct and operate new and upgraded facilities necessary to increase the Jackson Prairie maximum firm withdrawal deliverability from 850 MMcf/day to 1,150 MMcf/day on behalf of three owners of Jackson Prairie, Puget, Northwest Pipeline Corporation (Northwest), and Avista Corporation. Also on June 30, 2006, Northwest, 295 Chipeta Way, Salt Lake City, Utah 84158, filed a companion application under section 7(c) of the NGA and part 157 of the Commission's regulations, for a certificate of public convenience and necessity authorizing it to utilize a portion of the expanded withdrawal deliverability from the Jackson Prairie Storage Project for new firm storage services. Puget's project would consist of up to ten new injection/withdrawal wells with appurtenant gathering facilities, about 0.8 miles of 24-inch-diameter pipeline looping, and various upgrades at the Jackson Prairie Compressor station and Jackson Prairie Meter Station. The total cost of facilities is estimated to be $43.8 million, all as more fully set forth in the applications which are on file with the Commission and open to public inspection. The filings may also be viewed on the Web at *http://www.ferc.gov* using the “eLibrary” link. Enter the docket number excluding the last three digits in the docket number field to access the document. For assistance, please contact FERC Online Support at *FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov* or toll free at

(866)208-3676, or for TTY, contact

(202)502-8659. Any questions regarding these applications may be directed to Garry Kotter, Manager, Certificates and Tariffs, at

(801)584-7117, Northwest Pipeline Corporation, P.O. Box 58900, Salt Lake City Utah, 84158-900. There are two ways to become involved in the Commission's review of this project. First, any person wishing to obtain legal status by becoming a party to the proceedings for this project should, on or before the comment date, file with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426, a motion to intervene in accordance with the requirements of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure (18 CFR 385.214 or 385.211) and the Regulations under the NGA (18 CFR 157.10). A person obtaining party status will be placed on the service list maintained by the Secretary of the Commission and will receive copies of all documents filed by the applicant and by all other parties. Unless filing electronically, a party must submit 14 copies of filings made with the Commission and must mail a copy to the applicant and to every other party in the proceeding. Only parties to the proceeding can ask for court review of Commission orders in the proceeding. However, a person does not have to intervene in order to have comments considered. The second way to participate is by filing with the Secretary of the Commission, as soon as possible, an original and two copies of comments in support of or in opposition to this project. The Commission will consider these comments in determining the appropriate action to be taken, but the filing of a comment alone will not serve to make the filer a party to the proceeding. The Commission's rules require that persons filing comments in opposition to the project provide copies of their protests only to the party or parties directly involved in the protest. Persons who wish to comment only on the environmental review of this project should submit an original and two copies of their comments to the Secretary of the Commission. Environmental commentors will be placed on the Commission's environmental mailing list, will receive copies of the environmental documents, and will be notified of meetings associated with the Commission's environmental review process. Environmental commentors will not be required to serve copies of filed documents on all other parties. However, the non-party commentors will not receive copies of all documents filed by other parties or issued by the Commission (except for the mailing of environmental documents issued by the Commission) and will not have the right to seek court review of the Commission's final order. The Commission strongly encourages electronic filings of comments, protests and interventions via the Internet in lieu of paper. See, 18 CFR 385.2001(a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the Commission's Web site ( *http://www.ferc.gov* ) under the “e-Filing” link. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time, July 31, 2006. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11200 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Combined Notice of Filings #1 July 7, 2006. Take notice that the Commission received the following electric corporate filings: *Docket Numbers:* EC06-136-000; ER05-1326-003. *Applicants:* 330 Investment Management, LLC; 330 MM, LLC, and CornerStone Energy Partners, LLC. *Description:* 330 Investment Management, LLC, *et al.* submits an application for authorization for disposition of Jurisdictional Facilities, request for confidential treatment, and request for acceptance of notice of no material change in status. *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number:* 20060706-0044. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* EC06-137-000. *Applicants:* Fortis Bank S.A./N.V. *Description:* Cinergy Marketing & Trading, LP *et al.* submits an application for authorization for disposition of Jurisdictional Assets pursuant to Section 203 of the Federal Power Act. *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number:* 20060706-0052. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. Take notice that the Commission received the following electric rate filings: *Docket Numbers:* ER02-2119-003. *Applicants:* Southern California Edison Company. *Description:* Southern California Edison Co submits a revised Interconnection Facilities Agreement with Wildflower Energy LP, First Revised Service Agreement 10 under FERC Electric Tariff, Second Revised Volume 6. *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number:* 20060705-0080. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* ER02-2458-009. *Applicants:* Midwest Independent Transmission System Operator, Inc.; Michigan Electric Transmission Company, LLC; Wolverine Power Supply Cooperative, Inc.; Michigan Public Power Agency; Trans-Elect, Inc. *Description:* Midwest Independent Transmission System Operator, Inc *et al.* submit a First Amendment to the Amended and Restated Settlement Agreement in compliance with Commission Order issued 9/30/05. *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number:* 20060705-0076. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* ER03-100-003. *Applicants:* Just Energy Texas LP. *Description:* Just Energy Texas LP. submits a notice of non-material change in status in compliance with the reporting requirements adopted by FERC's Order 652. *Filed Date:* 06/30/2006. *Accession Number:* 20060705-0079. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* ER06-360-003; ER06-361-003; ER06-362-003; ER06-363-003; ER06-366-003; ER06-372-003; ER06-373-003. *Applicants:* Midwest Independent Transmission System Operator, Inc.; Midwest ISO Transmission Owners. *Description:* Midwest Independent Transmission System Operator Inc and Midwest ISO Transmission Owners submit proposed revisions to Schedule 23 of its OAT&EM. *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number:* 20060705-0077. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* ER06-1113-001. *Applicants:* Cinergy Marketing & Trading, LP. *Description:* Cinergy Marketing & Trading, LP submits its First Revised Sheet 2 to FERC Electric Tariff, Original Volume 1. *Filed Date:* 6/29/2006. *Accession Number:* 20060703-0206. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 14, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* ER06-1153-001. *Applicants:* Indiana Michigan Power Company. *Description:* Indiana Michigan Power Co submits corrected Exhibits I and II to its Cost-Based Formula Rate Agreement for Full Requirements Electric Service with the Village of Paw Paw, MI. *Filed Date:* 6/29/2006. *Accession Number:* 20060705-0172. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, July 20, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* ER06-1177-000. *Applicants:* PJM Interconnection, L.L.C. *Description:* PJM Interconnection, LLC submits revisions to Part IV of its OATT pursuant to Section 205 of the Federal Power Act. *Filed Date:* 6/29/2006. *Accession Number:* 20060703-0209. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, July 20, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* ER06-1179-000. *Applicants:* SEMASS Partnership. *Description:* SEMASS Partnership submits a Supplement No. 3 to Supplement 1 of its FERC Rate Schedule No. 1, Power Sale Agreement with Commonwealth Electric Co. *Filed Date:* 6/28/2006. *Accession Number:* 20060703-0207. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, July 19, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* ER06-1180-000. *Applicants:* ISO New England Inc.; Participating Transmission Owner Administrative Committee. *Description:* ISO New England Inc & the Participating Transmission Owner Administrative Committee *et al.* submits a revised Transmission Operating Agreement that updates and clarifies the list of Transmission Facilities etc. *Filed Date:* 6/28/2006. *Accession Number:* 20060705-0171. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, July 19, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* ER06-1181-000. *Applicants:* ISO New England Inc.; Participating Transmission Owner Administrative Committee. *Description:* ISO New England Inc *et al>* submits a revised Transmission Operating Agreement and revised Rate Design and Funds Disbursement Agreement to accommodate a new PTO, Vermont Transco LLC. *Filed Date:* 6/29/2006. *Accession Number:* 20060705-0017. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, July 20, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* ER06-1186-000. *Applicants:* Portland General Electric Company. *Description:* Portland General Electric Co submits revised tariff sheets, Third Revised Sheet No. 3, *et al.* to its OATT, Original Volume No. 8. *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number:* 20060705-0064. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* ER06-1187-000. *Applicants:* PJM Interconnection, LLC. *Description:* PJM Interconnection, LLC submits amendments to its OATT in compliance with FERC's 4/25/06 Final Rule, Order 676. *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number:* 20060705-0065. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* ER06-1188-000. *Applicants:* Carolina Power & Light Company. *Description:* Carolina Power & Light Co dba Progress Energy Carolina Inc submits its Standard Large Generator Interconnection Agreement with North Carolina Electric Membership Corp. *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number:* 20060705-0078. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* ER06-1189-000. *Applicants:* Southern California Edison Company. *Description:* Southern California Edison Co submits revised Rate Sheets to the Interconnection Facilities Agreement with Wildflower Energy LP. *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number:* 20060705-0067. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* ER06-1191-000. *Applicants:* DeSoto County Generating Company, LLC. *Description:* DeSoto County Generating Co LLC submits its application for Order Granting Revised Market-Based Rate Authority, Certain Waivers and Blanket Approvals, and Other Revisions to Market Rate Tariff. *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number:* 20060705-0074. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* ER06-1192-000. *Applicants:* New England Power Company. Description: New England Power Co on behalf of Rhode Island *et al.* submits amendments to the REMVEC II Agreement, Rate Schedule No. 484. *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number:* 20060705-0071. *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* ER06-1193-000. *Applicants:* California Independent System Operator Corporation. *Description: California Independent System Operator Corp submits an amendment to the Responsible Participating Transmission Owner Agreement with Pacific Gas and Electric Co.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number: 20060705-0072.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1194-000.* *Applicants:* PJM Interconnection, LLC; Commonwealth Edison Company. *Description: Commonwealth Edison Co et al. submit revisions to Attachment H-13 of its OATT, Network Integration Transmission Service for the ComEd Zone.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number: 20060705-0073.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1195-000.* *Applicants:* Southwest Power Pool, Inc. *Description: Southwest Power Pool, Inc submits an executed Service Agreement for Network Integration Transmission Service w/ Kansas Municipal Energy Agency and Kansas City Power and Light Co.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number: 20060705-0068.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1196-000.* *Applicants:* Rumford Power Associates, Limited Partnership. *Description: Rumford Power Associates Limited Partnership submits a Notice of Cancellation of its Rate Schedule FERC No 1.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number: 20060705-0061.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1197-000.* *Applicants:* Tiverton Power Association Limited Partnership. *Description: Tiverton Power Associates Limited Partnership submits a Notice of Cancellation of its Rates Schedule FERC No 1.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number: 20060705-0062.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1199-000.* *Applicants:* Southwest Power Pool, Inc. *Description: Southwest Power Pool, Inc submits a partially executed Service Agreement for Network Integration Transmission Service, Original Service Agreement No. 1268 with Kansas Power Pool etc,.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number: 20060705-0069.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1200-000.* *Applicants:* Western Systems Power Pool, Inc. *Description: Western Systems Power Pool, Inc submits a revised WSPP Agreement, effective 9/1/06.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number: 20060705-0070.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1201-000.* *Applicants:* E.ON U.S. Services, Inc. *Description: E.ON U.S. Services Inc submits an unexecuted Interconnection agreement on behalf of its affiliates, Louisville Gas and Electric Co et al.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number: 20060705-0055.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1202-000.* *Applicants:* MidAmerican Energy Company. *Description: MidAmerican Energy Co submits a Network Integration Transmission Service Agreement with the Municipal Electric of the City of Cedar Falls, Iowa.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number: 20060705-0056.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1203-000.* *Applicants:* Duke Energy Shared Services, Inc. *Description: Duke Energy Shared Services Inc on behalf of the Cincinnati Gas & Electric et al. submits an amendment to its Second Supplemental Agreement to its Facilities Agreement with Ohio Valley Electric Corp.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number: 20060705-0066.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1204-000.* *Applicants:* Southwest Power Pool, Inc. *Description: Southwest Power Pool, Inc submits a partially executed service agreement for Network Integration Transmission Service, Original Service Agreement No. 1267, with Kansas Power Pool et al. under ER06-1204.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number: 20060705-0057.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1205-000.* *Applicants:* 330 Fund I, L.P. *Description: 330 Fund I, LP submits its application for Market Based Rate Authority, Certain Waiver and Blanket Authorizations for its initial Rate Schedule No. 1.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number: 20060705-0053.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1206-000.* *Applicants:* 330 Investment Management, LLC. *Description: 330 Investment Management, LLC submits a Notice of Succession and its revised Rate Schedule No.1.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number: 20060705-0054.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1209-000.* *Applicants:* Upper Peninsula Power Company. *Description: Upper Peninsula Power Co submits an executed power purchase agreement with the City of Negaunee, MI.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number: 20060706-0040.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1210-000.* *Applicants:* Duke Power Company LLC. *Description: Duke Power Co, LLC dba Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC submits its Network Integration Transmission Service Agreement with the Public Works Department of the Town of Forest City, NC.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number: 20060706-0037.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1212-000.* *Applicants:* American Electric Power Service Corp. *Description: American Electric Power Service Corp on behalf of Kentucky Power Co submits a First Revised Interconnection and Local Delivery Service Agreement with the City of Olive Hill, KY.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number: 20060706-0039.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. Take notice that the Commission received the following public utility holding company filings: *Docket Numbers: PH06-100-000.* *Applicants:* Empire District Electric Co. *Description: The Empire District Electric Company submits is petition for exemption of the Commission regulations, pursuant to Section 366.4(b)(2) and 366.4.* *Filed Date:* 6/29/2006. *Accession Number: 20060629-5051.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, July 20, 2006. Any person desiring to intervene or to protest in any of the above proceedings must file in accordance with Rules 211 and 214 of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure (18 CFR 385.211 and 385.214) on or before 5 p.m. Eastern time on the specified comment date. It is not necessary to separately intervene again in a subdocket related to a compliance filing if you have previously intervened in the same docket. Protests will be considered by the Commission in determining the appropriate action to be taken, but will not serve to make protestants parties to the proceeding. Anyone filing a motion to intervene or protest must serve a copy of that document on the Applicant. In reference to filings initiating a new proceeding, interventions or protests submitted on or before the comment deadline need not be served on persons other than the Applicant. The Commission encourages electronic submission of protests and interventions in lieu of paper, using the FERC Online links at *http://www.ferc.gov.* To facilitate electronic service, persons with Internet access who will eFile a document and/or be listed as a contact for an intervenor must create and validate an eRegistration account using the eRegistration link. Select the eFiling link to log on and submit the intervention or protests. Persons unable to file electronically should submit an original and 14 copies of the intervention or protest to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First St., NE., Washington, DC 20426. The filings in the above proceedings are accessible in the Commission's eLibrary system by clicking on the appropriate link in the above list. They are also available for review in the Commission's Public Reference Room in Washington, DC. There is an eSubscription link on the Web site that enables subscribers to receive e-mail notification when a document is added to a subscribed dockets(s). For assistance with any FERC Online service, please e-mail *FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov.* or call

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(202)502-8659. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11242 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Combined Notice of Filings # 2 July 11, 2006. Take notice that the Commission received the following electric corporate filings: *Docket Numbers: EC06-138-000.* *Applicants:* Broad River OL-1, LLC; Broad River OL-2, LLC; Broad River OL-3, LLC; Broad River OL-4, LLC. * Description: Broad River OL-1, LLC, et al., submits a joint application for approval under Section 203 of the Federal Power Act and request for expedited action. * *Filed Date:* 7/7/2006. *Accession Number: 20060711-0014.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 28, 2006. Take notice that the Commission received the following electric rate filings: *Docket Numbers: ER03-534-002.* *Applicants:* Ingenco Wholesale Power, L.L.C. *Description: Ingenco Wholesale Power, LLLC amendment to triennial updated market power analysis filed April 27, 2006.* *Filed Date:* 7/7/2006. *Accession Number: 20060707-5013.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 28, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-200-006;* ER03-951-009; ER03-416-010; ER04-94-006; ER03-296-009; ER05-534-007; ER05-365-007; ER01-3121-008; ER02-418-007; ER05-332-007; ER06-1-005; ER02-417-007; ER05-1146-007; ER05-481-007; ER03-1326-005; ER05-1262-004. *Applicants:* Big Horn Wind Project LLC; PPM Energy, Inc; Moraine Wind LLC; Klondike Wind Power Partners, LLC; Mountain View Power Partners; Flying Cloud Power Partners, LLC; Eastern Desert Power LLC; Elk River Windfarm LLC; Klamath Energy LLC; Klamath Generation LLC; Klondike Wind Power II LLC; Leaning Juniper Wind Power LLC; Phoenix Wind Power LLC; Shiloh I Wind Project, LLC; Trimont Wind I LLC; Colorado Green Holdings LLC. *Description: PPM Energy, Inc et al. submits Notice of Change in Status, to advise FERC that PPM Energy has entered into a Scheduling and Asset Optimization Services Agreement with MMC Energy North America, LLC et al.* *Filed Date:* 7/7/2006. *Accession Number: 20060711-0102.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 28, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-666-001.* *Applicants:* Midwest Independent Transmission System Operator, Inc. *Description: Midwest Independent Transmission System Operator, Inc submits revisions to Section 39.3.4c.ii to their OAT&EM Tariff, FERC Electric Tariff, Third Revised Volume 1 pursuant to FERC's 4/20/06 Order.* *Filed Date:* 5/22/2006. *Accession Number: 20060530-0043.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-849-001.* *Applicants:* Midwest Independent Transmission System Operator, Inc. *Description:* Midwest Independent Transmission System Operator Inc submits revisions to Attachment L of its OAT&EM Tariff, 3rd Rev Vol 1, pursuant to Commission's 6/6/06 Order and 7/7/06 submits a correction to this filing. *Filed Date:* 7/6/2006 & 7/7/2006. *Accession Number: 20060711-0002.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, July 27, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1127-001;* EL06-67-000. *Applicants:* PJM Interconnection, LLC. *Description:* PJM Interconnection, LLC submits its response to FERC's 6/22/06 letter order for additional explanation. *Filed Date:* 7/10/2006. *Accession Number: 20060711-0010.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, July 17, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1143-001.* *Applicants:* MATEP, LLC. *Description:* MATEP, LLC submits an amendment to its 6/16/06 application for market-based rate authority and the market-based power sales tariff, FERC Electric Tariff, Original Volume 1. *Filed Date:* 7/10/2006. *Accession Number: 20060711-0009.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, July 31, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1234-000.* *Applicants:* Southern Company Services, Inc.; Southern Companies. *Description:* Southern Company Services as agent for Alabama Power Co et al. submits an unexecuted interconnection agreement with Longleaf Energy Associates LLC. *Filed Date:* 7/7/2006. *Accession Number: 20060711-0005.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 28, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* ER06-1235-000. *Applicants:* Pacific Gas & Electric Company. *Description:* Pacific Gas and Electric Co submits an Agreement to Implement the Scheduling Coordinator Transition with the City and County of San Francisco, CA. *Filed Date:* 7/7/2006. *Accession Number: 20060711-0004.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 28, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1236-000.* *Applicants:* CMP Androscoggin LLC. *Description:* CMP Androscoggin LLC submits its application for authority to sell electric power and related services at market based rates and accept its Electric Tariff, Original Volume 1, effective 9/5/06. *Filed Date:* 7/7/2006. *Accession Number: 20060711-0001.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 28, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1237-000.* *Applicants:* Southern California Edison Company. *Description:* Southern California Edison Co submits its First Revised Sheet 1 for the Interconnection Facilities Agreement w/the County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles, Service Agreement 39. *Filed Date:* 7/10/2006. *Accession Number: 20060711-0013.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, July 31, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1238-000.* *Applicants:* San Joaquin Cogen L.L.C. *Description:* San Joaquin Cogen, LLC on behalf of San Joaquin Cogen, Ltd submits a notice of cancellation of FERC Electric Tariff, Original Volume 1. *Filed Date:* 7/10/2006. *Accession Number: 20060711-0011.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, July 31, 2006. Take notice that the Commission received the following electric securities filings: *Docket Numbers:* *ES06-54-000.* *Applicants:* Monongahela Power Company. *Description:* Monongahela Power Co submits its application for authorization under Section 204(A) of the FPA to issue up to $300 Million in First Mortgage Bonds and enter into Interest Rate Hedges. *Filed Date:* 7/7/2006. *Accession Number: 20060711-0003.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 28, 2006. Take notice that the Commission received the following foreign utility company status filings: *Docket Numbers: FC06-15-000.* *Applicants:* J-Power USA Investment Co., Ltd. *Description: J-Power USA Investment Co., Ltd submits its self-certification of Foreign Utility Company Status.* *Filed Date:* 7/10/2006. *Accession Number: 20060710-5032.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, July 31, 2006. Any person desiring to intervene or to protest in any of the above proceedings must file in accordance with Rules 211 and 214 of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure (18 CFR 385.211 and 385.214) on or before 5 p.m. Eastern time on the specified comment date. It is not necessary to separately intervene again in a subdocket related to a compliance filing if you have previously intervened in the same docket. Protests will be considered by the Commission in determining the appropriate action to be taken, but will not serve to make protestants parties to the proceeding. Anyone filing a motion to intervene or protest must serve a copy of that document on the Applicant. In reference to filings initiating a new proceeding, interventions or protests submitted on or before the comment deadline need not be served on persons other than the Applicant. The Commission encourages electronic submission of protests and interventions in lieu of paper, using the FERC Online links at *http://www.ferc.gov.* To facilitate electronic service, persons with Internet access who will eFile a document and/or be listed as a contact for an intervenor must create and validate an eRegistration account using the eRegistration link. Select the eFiling link to log on and submit the intervention or protests. Persons unable to file electronically should submit an original and 14 copies of the intervention or protest to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First St. NE., Washington, DC 20426. The filings in the above proceedings are accessible in the Commission's eLibrary system by clicking on the appropriate link in the above list. They are also available for review in the Commission's Public Reference Room in Washington, DC. There is an eSubscription link on the Web site that enables subscribers to receive e-mail notification when a document is added to a subscribed dockets(s). For assistance with any FERC Online service, please e-mail *FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov.* or call

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(202)502-8659. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11243 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Combined Notice of Filings #1 July 11, 2006. Take notice that the Commission received the following electric rate filings: *Docket Numbers:* *ER96-780-013;* ER00-3240-005; ER01-1633-003; ER03-1383-004. *Applicants:* DeSoto County Generating Company, LLC; Southern Company Services, Inc.; Oleander Power Project, L.P.; Southern Company—Florida LLC. *Description:* *Southern Company Services, Inc. submits a notice of non-material Change in Status regarding Southern Power Company acquisition of DeSoto County Generation Company's Desoto Facility located in the Progress Energy Florida Control Area. * *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060630-5016.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER98-3760-013.* *Applicants:* California Independent System Operator Corporation. *Description:* *California Independent System Operator Corp. submits modifications to Section 7.2.2.2 of its Tariff in compliance to FERC's 6/7/06 Order.* *Filed Date:* 7/6/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060710-0010.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, July 27, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER03-345-007.* *Applicants:* New England Power Pool Participants Commission. *Description:* *ISO New England, Inc. submits its semi-annual status report on Load Response Programs pursuant to FERC's 2/25/03 Order.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060710-0013.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER03-583-005.* *Applicants:* Entergy Services, Inc. *Description:* Entergy Services, Inc on behalf of Entergy New Orleans, Inc. submits redetermined rates for years 2004, 2005 and 2006 for its life-of-the-unit Purchased Power Agreements with Entergy Gulf States, Inc and Entergy Louisiana, Inc. *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060707-0065.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-576-002.* *Applicants:* Southern Company Services, Inc. *Description:* *Southern Company Services, Inc. on behalf of the Southern Companies submits a compliance filing pursuant to the Commission's 6/1/06 Order.* *Filed Date:* 7/3/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060706-0285.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, July 24, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-778-001.* *Applicants:* Dominion Nuclear Connecticut, Inc. *Description:* *Dominion Nuclear Marketing III, LLC submits its cancelled tariff sheet, Second Revised Sheet 1 of Original Volume No. 1, pursuant to FERC's 5/12/06 Order.* *Filed Date:* 7/6/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060710-0008.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, July 27, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* ER06-1124-001. *Applicants:* Kentucky Utilities Company. *Description:* *Kentucky Utilities submits its notice of cancellation of the interconnection agreement with Eastern Kentucky Power Cooperative.* *Filed Date:* 6/27/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060705-0058.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday, July 18, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1190-000.* *Applicants:* Southern California Edison Company. *Description:* *Southern California Edison submits a revised Mohave-El Dorado Communication Facilities Agreement with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power* *et al.* *Filed Date:* 6/29/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060705-0063.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, July 20, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1198-000.* *Applicants:* New England Power Pool Participants Committee. *Description:* *The New England Power Pool Participants Committee submits a counterpart signature page of the New England Power Pool Agreement, dated as of 9/1/97 as amended and executed by Vermont Transco LLC.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060705-0075.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1207-000.* *Applicants:* Central Maine Power Company. *Description:* *Central Maine Power Co submits its Annual Update to Formula Rates in Schedule 21-CMP of ISO-NE Transmission, Markets & Service Tariff, effective 6/1/06 et al.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060705-0060.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1208-000.* *Applicants:* Vermont TRANSCO LLC. *Description:* *Vermont Transco LLC submits a Notice of Succession which identifies the rate schedules to be transferred to VTransco, Vermont Electric Power Co., Rate Schedule 236 etc. under ER06-1208.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060705-0059.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1211-000.* *Applicants:* Public Service Company of New Mexico. *Description:* * Public Service Co. of New Mexico submits an executed Firm Point- to-Point Transmission Service Agreement with Aragonne Wind, LLC. * *Filed Date:* 7/3/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060706-0038.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, July 24, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1213-000.* *Applicants:* Southern Company Services, Inc. *Description:* *Southern Company Services, Inc. on behalf of Alabama Power Co. et al. submits the Rollover Transmission Service Agreement for Long-Term Firm Point-to-Point Transmission Service.* *Filed Date:* 7/3/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060706-0284.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, July 24, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1214-000.* *Applicants:* Westar Energy, Inc. *Description:* *Westar Energy, Inc. submits its Sixth Revised Sheet 11 of Second Revised Rate Schedule 300, extending 31 days the Agreement with Missouri Joint Municipal Electric Utility Commission.* *Filed Date:* 7/3/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060706-0283.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, July 24, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1215-000.* *Applicants:* Westar Energy, Inc. *Description:* *Westar Energy, Inc. submits Fifth Revised Sheet 11 to Rate Schedule 303, extending 31 days the Agreement with Missouri Joint Municipal Electric Utility Commission.* *Filed Date:* 7/3/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060706-0282.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, July 24, 2006. *Docket Numbers: ER06-1216-000.* *Applicants:* Westar Energy, Inc. *Description:* Westar Energy, Inc submits Fifth Revised Sheet 9 of Rate Schedule 302, extending 31 days the Agreement with Missouri Joint Municipal Electric Utility Commission. *Filed Date:* 7/3/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060706-0281.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, July 24, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1217-000.* *Applicants:* Entergy Services, Inc. *Description:* Entergy Services, Inc on behalf of Entergy Arkansas, Inc submits an executed Service Agreement providing for cost-based short-term power sales to North Arkansas Electric Cooperative, Inc. *Filed Date:* 7/3/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060706-0280.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, July 24, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1218-000.* *Applicants:* PJM Interconnection, LLC. *Description:* *PJM Interconnection, LLC submits revisions to its Amended and Restated Operating Agreement and its OATT.* *Filed Date:* 7/3/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060706-0279.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, July 24, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1219-000.* *Applicants:* ISO New England Inc. *Description:* ISO New England Inc. submits associated modifications to Schedule 16 of its Open Access Transmission Tariff. *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060706-0090.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* ER06-1220-000. *Applicants:* USEG, LLP. *Description:* *USEG, LLP submits a petition for acceptance of initial rate schedule, waivers and blanket authorizations pursuant to Section 35.12 of the Regulations.* *Filed Date:* 7/5/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060706-0278.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, July 26, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1221-000.* *Applicants:* Parkview AMC Energy, LLC. *Description:* Parkview AMC Energy, LLC submits its application for acceptance of initial market-based rate tariff, waivers and blanket authority. *Filed Date:* 7/3/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060706-0091.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, July 24, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1222-000.* *Applicants:* PEAK Capital Management, LLC. *Description:* *PEAK Capital Management LLC submits a petition for acceptance of initial tariff, waivers and blanket authority.* *Filed Date:* 7/3/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060710-0011.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, July 24, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1223-000.* *Applicants:* Fairchild Energy, LLC. *Description:* *Fairchild Energy, LLC submits an application for order accepting initial market based rate Tariff No. 1 and granting certain waivers and blanket approvals.* *Filed Date:* 7/3/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060710-0005.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, July 24, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1224-000.* *Applicants:* American Electric Power Service Corporation. *Description:* *American Electric Power Service Corp. on behalf of Ohio Power Co et al. submit the Fifth Revised Interconnection and Local Service Agreement with Buckeye Power, Inc.* *Filed Date:* 6/30/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060706-0041.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 21, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1225-000.* *Applicants:* Indiana and Michigan Power Company. *Description:* *Indiana and Michigan Power Co submits its interconnection and local delivery service agreement with the Town of New Carlisle, Indiana designated as Service Agreement No. 1451.* *Filed Date:* 7/6/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060710-0026.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, July 27, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1226-000.* *Applicants:* Valero Power Marketing LLC. *Description:* *Valero Power Marketing, LLC submits an application for market-based rate authorization and request for waivers and blanket authorizations.* *Filed Date:* 7/6/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060710-0025.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, July 27, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1227-000.* *Applicants:* Southern California Edison Company. *Description:* *Southern California Edison submits changes to the facilities charges of Agreements with Southern California Water Co, Rate Schedule 466* *et al.* *Filed Date:* 7/6/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060710-0024.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, July 27, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1228-000.* *Applicants:* Phibro LLC. *Description:* *Phibro LLC submits a notice of succession that reflects the adoption of Phibro, Inc's First Revised Rate Schedule 1 pursuant to FERC's 3/29/04 letter order.* *Filed Date:* 7/6/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060710-0002.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, July 27, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1229-000.* *Applicants:* San Joaquin Cogen, L.L.C. *Description:* *San Joaquin Cogen, L.L.C. submits revised sheets to its market-based rate tariff, Original Volume No. 1 to add a Code of Conduct etc.* *Filed Date:* 7/6/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060710-0003.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, July 27, 2006. *Docket Numbers:* *ER06-1230-000; ER06-1231-000; ER06-1232-000; ER06-1233-000.* *Applicants:* EPIC Merchant Energy NE, L.P.; EPIC Merchant Energy NY, L.P.; EPIC NJ/PA, L.P.; EPIC Merchant Energy Midwest, L.P. *Description:* EPIC Merchant Energy Ne, L.P. et al. submits its petition for acceptance of initial tariff, waivers and blanket authority and request acceptance of FERC Electric Tariff, Original Volume 1 under ER06-1230 *et al.* *Filed Date:* 7/6/2006. *Accession Number:* *20060710-0004.* *Comment Date:* 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, July 27, 2006. Any person desiring to intervene or to protest in any of the above proceedings must file in accordance with Rules 211 and 214 of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure (18 CFR 385.211 and 385.214) on or before 5 p.m. Eastern time on the specified comment date. It is not necessary to separately intervene again in a subdocket related to a compliance filing if you have previously intervened in the same docket. Protests will be considered by the Commission in determining the appropriate action to be taken, but will not serve to make protestants parties to the proceeding. Anyone filing a motion to intervene or protest must serve a copy of that document on the Applicant. In reference to filings initiating a new proceeding, interventions or protests submitted on or before the comment deadline need not be served on persons other than the Applicant. The Commission encourages electronic submission of protests and interventions in lieu of paper, using the FERC Online links at *http://www.ferc.gov.* To facilitate electronic service, persons with Internet access who will eFile a document and/or be listed as a contact for an intervenor must create and validate an eRegistration account using the eRegistration link. Select the eFiling link to log on and submit the intervention or protests. Persons unable to file electronically should submit an original and 14 copies of the intervention or protest to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First St. NE., Washington, DC 20426. The filings in the above proceedings are accessible in the Commission's eLibrary system by clicking on the appropriate link in the above list. They are also available for review in the Commission's Public Reference Room in Washington, DC. There is an eSubscription link on the Web site that enables subscribers to receive e-mail notification when a document is added to a subscribed dockets(s). For assistance with any FERC Online service, please e-mail *FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov.* or call

(866)208-3676 (toll free). For TTY, call

(202)502-8659. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11244 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission [P-12646-001] City of Broken Bow; Notice of Application Tendered for Filing With the Commission, Soliciting Additional Study Requests, and Establishing Procedures for Relicensing and a Deadline for Submission of Final Amendments July 7, 2006. Take notice that the following hydroelectric application has been filed with the Commission and is available for public inspection. a. *Type of Application:* Original Major License. b. *Project No.:* 12646-001. c. *Date filed:* July 6, 2006. d. *Applicant:* City of Broken Bow. e. *Name of Project:* Pine Creek Lake Dam Hydropower Project. f. *Location:* On the Little River in McCurtain County, Oklahoma. The project would be located at the United States Army Corps of Engineers' (Corps) Pine Creek Lake Dam and would occupy several acres of land administered by the Corps. g. *Filed Pursuant to:* Federal Power Act 16 U.S.C. 791(a)-825(r). h. *Applicant Contact:* Olen Hill, City Manager, City of Broken Bow, Oklahoma; 210 North Broadway; Broken Bow, Oklahoma 74728;

(405)584-2282. i. *FERC Contact:* Carolyn Holsopple at

(202)502-6407, or *carolyn.holsopple@ferc.gov* . j. *Cooperating Agencies:* We are asking Federal, state, local, and tribal agencies with jurisdiction and/or special expertise with respect to environmental issues to cooperate with us in the preparation of the environmental document. Agencies who would like to request cooperating status should follow the instructions for filing comments described in item

(l)below. k. Pursuant to section 4.32(b)(7) of 18 CFR of the Commission's regulations, if any resource agency, Indian Tribe, or person believes that an additional scientific study should be conducted in order to form an adequate factual basis for a complete analysis of the application on its merit, the resource agency, Indian Tribe, or person must file a request for a study with the Commission not later than 60 days from the date of filing of the application, and serve a copy of the request on the applicant. l. *Deadline for Filing Additional Study Requests and Requests for Cooperating Agency Status:* 60 days from the filing date shown in paragraph (c), or September 4, 2006. All documents (original and eight copies) should be filed with: Magalie R. Salas, Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. Additional study requests may be filed electronically via the Internet in lieu of paper. The Commission strongly encourages electronic filing. See 18 CFR 385.2001(a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the Commission's Web site ( *http://www.ferc.gov* ) under the “e-Filing” link. After logging into the e-Filing system, select “Comment on Filing” from the Filing Type Selection screen and continue with the filing process.” m. *Status:* This application is not ready for environmental analysis at this time. n. *Description of Project:* The proposed project, using the existing Pine Creek Dam and Reservoir, would consist of:

(1)A diversion structure connecting to the existing outlet conduit;

(2)a penstock connecting the diversion structure to the powerhouse;

(3)a 112-foot-wide by 73-foot-long powerhouse containing two turbine-generator units, having a totaled installed capacity of 6.4 megawatts;

(4)a tailrace returning flows to the Little River;

(5)a one-mile-long, 14.4-kilovolt transmission line or a 6.5-mile-long, 13.8 kilovolt transmission line connecting to an existing distribution line; and

(6)appurtenant facilities. The project would have an average annual generation of 16,200 megawatt-hours. o. A copy of the application is available for review at the Commission in the Public Reference Room or may be viewed on the Commission's Web site at *http://www.ferc.go* v using the “eLibrary” link. Enter the docket number, excluding the last three digits in the docket number field (P-12646), to access the document. For assistance, contact FERC Online Support at *FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov* , or toll-free at 1-866-208-3676, or for TTY,

(202)502-8659. A copy is also available for inspection and reproduction at the address in item

(h)above. You may also register online at *http://www.ferc.gov/esubscribenow.htm* to be notified via e-mail of new filings and issuances related to this or other pending projects. For assistance, contact FERC Online Support. p. With this notice, we are initiating consultation with the O *KLAHOMA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICER* (SHPO), as required by section 106, National Historic Preservation Act, and the regulations of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, 36 CFR 800.4. q. *Procedural schedule and final amendments:* The application will be processed according to the following Hydro Licensing Schedule. Revisions to the schedule will be made if the Commission determines it necessary to do so: Action Tentative date Issue Deficiency Letter September 2006. Request Additional Information November 2006. Issue Acceptance letter December 2006. Issue Scoping Document 1 for comments February 2007. Request Additional Information (if necessary) April 2007. Issue Scoping Document 2 May 2007. Notice that application is ready for environmental analysis July 2007. Notice of the availability of the draft EA January 2008. Notice of the availability of the final EA (if necessary) April 2008. Ready for Commission's decision on the application April 2008. Final amendments to the application must be filed with the Commission no later than 30 days from the issuance date of this notice. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11180 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Notice of Application for Transfer of License, and Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Protests July 10, 2006. Take notice that the following hydroelectric application has been filed with the Commission and is available for public inspection: a. *Application Type:* Transfer of License. b. *Project No.:* 4684-059. c. *Date filed:* June 8, 2006. d. *Applicants:* Stillwater Hydro Partners LP (transferor). Boralex Stillwater LLC (transferee). e. *Name and Location of Project:* The Stillwater Project is located on the Hudson River in Saratoga and Rensselaer Counties, New York. f. *Filed Pursuant to:* Federal Power Act, 16 U.S.C. 791a-825r. g. *Applicant Contacts:* For the transferor: Charles A. Bouley, Stillwater Hydro Partners LP, 265 Genesse Street, Auburn, NY 13021. *For the transferee:* Sylvain Ard, Boralex Stillwater LLC, 770 Sherbrooke Quest, Montreal, Quebec, Canada H3A 1G1. h. *FERC Contact:* Robert Bell at

(202)502-6062. i. *Deadline for filing comments, protests, and motions to intervene:* August 11, 2006. All documents (original and eight copies) should be filed with: Magalie R. Salas, Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. Comments, protests, and interventions may be filed electronically via the Internet in lieu of paper. See 18 CFR 385.2001(a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the Commission's Web site under the “e-Filing” link. The Commission strongly encourages electronic filings. Please include the Project Number on any comments or motions filed. The Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure require all interveners filing a document with the Commission to serve a copy of that document on each person on the official service list for the project. Further, if an intervenor files comments or documents with the Commission relating to the merits of an issue that may affect the responsibilities of a particular resource agency, they must also serve a copy of the documents on that resource agency. j. *Description of Application:* The Applicants seek Commission approval to transfer the license for the Stillwater Project from Stillwater Hydro Partners LP to Boralex Stillwater LLC. k. This filing is available for review at the Commission in the Public Reference Room or may be viewed on the Commission's Web site at *http://www.ferc.gov* using the “FERRIS” link. Enter the docket number (P-4684) in the docket number field to access the document. For assistance, call toll-free 1-866-208-3676 or e-mail *FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov.* For TTY, call

(202)502-8659. A copy is also available for inspection and reproduction at the addresses in item g above. l. Individuals desiring to be included on the Commission's mailing list should so indicate by writing to the Secretary of the Commission. m. *Comments, Protests, or Motions to Intervene* —Anyone may submit comments, a protest, or a motion to intervene in accordance with the requirements of Rules of Practice and Procedure, 18 CFR 385.210, .211, .214. In determining the appropriate action to take, the Commission will consider all protests or other comments filed, but only those who file a motion to intervene in accordance with the Commission's Rules may become a party to the proceeding. Any comments, protests, or motions to intervene must be received on or before the specified comment date for the particular application. n. *Filing and Service of Responsive Documents* —Any filings must bear in all capital letters the title “COMMENTS”, “PROTEST”, or “MOTION TO INTERVENE”, as applicable, and the Project Number of the particular application to which the filing refers. Any of the above-named documents must be filed by providing the original and eight copies to: The Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. A copy of any motion to intervene must also be served upon each representative of the Applicants specified in the particular application. o. *Agency Comments* —Federal, state, and local agencies are invited to file comments on the described application. A copy of the application may be obtained by agencies directly from the Applicants. If an agency does not file comments within the time specified for filing comments, it will be presumed to have no comments. One copy of an agency's comments must also be sent to the Applicants' representatives. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11190 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission [Project No. 12582-001] Clover Creek Hydro, LLC; Notice of Surrender of Preliminary Permit July 10, 2006. Take notice that Clover Creek Hydro, LLC, permittee for the proposed Byram Hydroelectric Project, has requested that its preliminary permit be terminated. The permit was issued on December 29, 2005, and would have expired on November 30, 2008. 1 The project would have been located on the Clover Creek portion of the Main Canal of the North Side Canal Company and Little Wood River, near Gooding, in Gooding County, Idaho. 1 113 FERC ¶ 62,257. The permittee filed the request on June 26, 2006, and the preliminary permit for Project No. 12582 shall remain in effect through the thirtieth day after issuance of this notice unless that day is a Saturday, Sunday, part-day holiday that affects the Commission, or legal holiday as described in section 18 CFR 385.2007, in which case the effective date is the first business day following that day. New applications involving this project site, to the extent provided for under 18 CFR part 4, may be filed on the next business day. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11191 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Notice of Application Accepted for Filing and Soliciting Motions To Intervene, Protests, and Comments July 10, 2006. Take notice that the following hydroelectric application has been filed with the Commission and is available for public inspection: a. *Type of Application:* Preliminary Permit. b. *Project No.:* 12671-000. c. *Date filed:* April 10, 2006. d. *Applicant:* Greenmill Hydro, LLC. e. *Name of Project:* Greenmill Project. f. *Location:* The project would be located on a water supply pipeline taken from Whatcom Creek, in Whatcom County, Washington. The project would not occupy Federal or Tribal lands. No dam would be used for this project. g. *Filed Pursuant to:* Federal Power Act, 16 U.S.C. 791(a)-825(r). h. *Applicant Contact:* Mr. Richard New, Greenmill Hydro, LLC, 5500 Blue Heron Lane, Deming, WA 98244,

(360)592-5552. i. *FERC Contact:* Robert Bell,

(202)502-6062. j. Deadline for filing comments, protests, and motions to intervene: 60 days from the issuance date of this notice. The Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure require all intervenors filing documents with the Commission to serve a copy of that document on each person in the official service list for the project. Further, if an intervenor files comments or documents with the Commission relating to the merits of an issue that may affect the responsibilities of a particular resource agency, they must also serve a copy of the document on that resource agency. k. *Description of Project:* The proposed project would consist of:

(1)A proposed powerhouse containing three new generating units having a total installed capacity of 1200-kilowatts,

(2)a proposed 0.25-mile-long, 6.9-kilovolt transmission line, and

(3)appurtenant facilities. The project would have an annual generation of 5 gigawatt hours that would be sold to a local utility. l. *Locations of Applications:* A copy of the application is available for inspection and reproduction at the Commission in the Public Reference Room, located at 888 First Street NE., Room 2A, Washington DC 20426, or by calling

(202)502-8371. This filing may also be viewed on the Commission's Web site at *http://www.ferc.gov* using the “eLibrary” link. Enter the docket number excluding the last three digits in the docket number field to access the document. For assistance, call toll-free 1-866-208-3676 or e-mail *FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov* . For TTY, call

(202)502-8659. A copy is also available for inspection and reproduction at the address in item h above. m. Individuals desiring to be included on the Commission's mailing list should so indicate by writing to the Secretary of the Commission. n. Competing Preliminary Permit—Anyone desiring to file a competing application for preliminary permit for a proposed project must submit the competing application itself, or a notice of intent to file such an application, to the Commission on or before the specified comment date for the particular application (see 18 CFR 4.36). Submission of a timely notice of intent allows an interested person to file the competing preliminary permit application no later than 30 days after the specified comment date for the particular application. A competing preliminary permit application must conform with 18 CFR 4.30(b) and 4.36. o. Competing Development Application—Any qualified development applicant desiring to file a competing development application must submit to the Commission, on or before a specified comment date for the particular application, either a competing development application or a notice of intent to file such an application. Submission of a timely notice of intent to file a development application allows an interested person to file the competing application no later than 120 days after the specified comment date for the particular application. A competing license application must conform with 18 CFR 4.30(b) and 4.36. p. Notice of Intent—A notice of intent must specify the exact name, business address, and telephone number of the prospective applicant, and must include an unequivocal statement of intent to submit, if such an application may be filed, either a preliminary permit application or a development application (specify which type of application). A notice of intent must be served on the applicant(s) named in this public notice. q. Proposed Scope of Studies under Permit—A preliminary permit, if issued, does not authorize construction. The term of the proposed preliminary permit would be 36 months. The work proposed under the preliminary permit would include economic analysis, preparation of preliminary engineering plans, and a study of environmental impacts. Based on the results of these studies, the Applicant would decide whether to proceed with the preparation of a development application to construct and operate the project. r. Comments, Protests, or Motions to Intervene—Anyone may submit comments, a protest, or a motion to intervene in accordance with the requirements of Rules of Practice and Procedure, 18 CFR 385.210, .211, .214. In determining the appropriate action to take, the Commission will consider all protests or other comments filed, but only those who file a motion to intervene in accordance with the Commission's Rules may become a party to the proceeding. Any comments, protests, or motions to intervene must be received on or before the specified comment date for the particular application. Comments, protests and interventions may be filed electronically via the Internet in lieu of paper. See 18 CFR 385.2001(a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the Commission's Web site under “e-filing” link. The Commission strongly encourages electronic filing. s. Filing and Service of Responsive Documents—Any filings must bear in all capital letters the title “COMMENTS”, “COMPETING APPLICATION”, “RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TERMS AND CONDITIONS”, “PROTEST”, OR “MOTION TO INTERVENE”, as applicable, and the Project Number of the particular application to which the filing refers. Any of the above-named documents must be filed by providing the original and the number of copies provided by the Commission's regulations to: The Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. A copy of any motion to intervene must also be served upon each representative of the Applicant specified in the particular application. t. Agency Comments—Federal, state, and local agencies are invited to file comments on the described application. A copy of the application may be obtained by agencies directly from the Applicant. If an agency does not file comments within the time specified for filing comments, it will be presumed to have no comments. One copy of an agency's comments must also be sent to the Applicant's representatives. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11192 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Notice of Application Accepted for Filing and Soliciting Motions To Intervene, Protests, and Comments July 10, 2006. Take notice that the following hydroelectric application has been filed with the Commission and is available for public inspection: a. *Type of Application:* Preliminary Permit. b. *Project No.:* 12672-000. c. *Date filed:* April 28, 2006. d. *Applicant:* Oregon Tidal Energy Company. e. *Name of Project:* Columbia Tidal Energy Project. f. *Location:* The project would be located in mouth of the Columbia River in Clatsop County, Oregon and Wahkiakum and Pacific Counties, Washington. g. *Filed Pursuant to:* Federal Power Act, 16 U.S.C. 791(a)-825(r). h. *Applicant Contacts:* Joseph A. Cannon, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, 2300 N Street, NW., Washington, DC 20037, phone:

(202)663-8000, and Charles B. Cooper, TRC Environmental, Boott Mills South, 116 John St., Lowell, MA 01852, phone:

(978)656-3567. i. *FERC Contact:* Robert Bell,

(202)502-6062. j. *Deadline for filing comments, protests, and motions to intervene:* 60 days from the issuance date of this notice. The Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure require all intervenors filing documents with the Commission to serve a copy of that document on each person in the official service list for the project. Further, if an intervenor files comments or documents with the Commission relating to the merits of an issue that may affect the responsibilities of a particular resource agency, they must also serve a copy of the document on that resource agency. k. *Description of Project:* The proposed project would consist of:

(1)50 to 150 Tidal In Stream Energy Conversion (TISEC) devices consisting of rotating propeller blades,

(2)integrated generators with a capacity of 0.5 to 2.0 MW each,

(3)anchoring systems,

(4)mooring lines,

(5)interconnection transmission lines, and

(6)appurtenant facilities. The project is estimated to have an annual generation of 8.76 gigawatt-hours per-unit per-year, which would be sold to a local utility. l. *Locations of Applications:* A copy of the application is available for inspection and reproduction at the Commission in the Public Reference Room, located at 888 First Street, NE., Room 2A, Washington, DC 20426, or by calling

(202)502-8659. A copy is also available for inspection and reproduction at the address in item h above. m. Individuals desiring to be included on the Commission's mailing list should so indicate by writing to the Secretary of the Commission. n. Competing Preliminary Permit—Anyone desiring to file a competing application for preliminary permit for a proposed project must submit the competing application itself, or a notice of intent to file such an application, to the Commission on or before the specified comment date for the particular application (see 18 CFR 4.36). Submission of a timely notice of intent allows an interested person to file the competing preliminary permit application no later than 30 days after the specified comment date for the particular application. A competing preliminary permit application must conform with 18 CFR 4.30(b) and 4.36. o. Competing Development Application—Any qualified development applicant desiring to file a competing development application must submit to the Commission, on or before a specified comment date for the particular application, either a competing development application or a notice of intent to file such an application. Submission of a timely notice of intent to file a development application allows an interested person to file the competing application no later than 120 days after the specified comment date for the particular application. A competing license application must conform with 18 CFR 4.30(b) and 4.36. p. Notice of Intent—A notice of intent must specify the exact name, business address, and telephone number of the prospective applicant, and must include an unequivocal statement of intent to submit, if such an application may be filed, either a preliminary permit application or a development application (specify which type of application). A notice of intent must be served on the applicant(s) named in this public notice. q. Proposed Scope of Studies under Permit—A preliminary permit, if issued, does not authorize construction. The term of the proposed preliminary permit would be 36 months. The work proposed under the preliminary permit would include economic analysis, preparation of preliminary engineering plans, and a study of environmental impacts. Based on the results of these studies, the Applicant would decide whether to proceed with the preparation of a development application to construct and operate the project. r. Comments, Protests, or Motions to Intervene—Anyone may submit comments, a protest, or a motion to intervene in accordance with the requirements of Rules of Practice and Procedure, 18 CFR 385.210, .211, .214. In determining the appropriate action to take, the Commission will consider all protests or other comments filed, but only those who file a motion to intervene in accordance with the Commission's Rules may become a party to the proceeding. Any comments, protests, or motions to intervene must be received on or before the specified comment date for the particular application. Comments, protests and interventions may be filed electronically via the Internet in lieu of paper; See 18 CFR 385.2001(a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the Commission's web site under “e-filing” link. The Commission strongly encourages electronic filing. s. Filing and Service of Responsive Documents—Any filings must bear in all capital letters the title “COMMENTS”, “RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TERMS AND CONDITIONS”, “PROTEST”, “COMPETING APPLICATION” OR “MOTION TO INTERVENE”, as applicable, and the Project Number of the particular application to which the filing refers. Any of the above-named documents must be filed by providing the original and the number of copies provided by the Commission's regulations to: The Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. A copy of any motion to intervene must also be served upon each representative of the Applicant specified in the particular application. t. Agency Comments—Federal, State, and local agencies are invited to file comments on the described application. A copy of the application may be obtained by agencies directly from the Applicant. If an agency does not file comments within the time specified for filing comments, it will be presumed to have no comments. One copy of an agency's comments must also be sent to the Applicant's representatives. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11193 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Notice of Application Accepted for Filing and Soliciting Motions To Intervene, Protests, and Comments July 10, 2006. Take notice that the following hydroelectric application has been filed with the Commission and is available for public inspection: a. *Type of Application:* Preliminary Permit. b. *Project No.:* 12682-000. c. *Date filed:* June 2, 2006. d. *Applicant:* Greybull Valley Irrigation District. e. *Name of Project:* Greybull Valley Dam Project. f. *Location:* On Roach Gulch, in Park County, Wyoming, utilizing the Greybull Valley Dam owned by the applicant. Part of the project is located on lands administered by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management. g. *Filed Pursuant to:* Federal Power Act, 16 U.S.C. 791(a)-825(r). h. *Applicant Contact:* William Schlenker, Greybull Valley Irrigation District, 989 Highway 20 West, P.O. Box 44, Emblem, WY 82422,

(307)762-3555. i. *FERC Contact:* Robert Bell,

(202)502-6062. j. *Deadline for filing comments, protests, and motions to intervene:* 60 days from the issuance date of this notice. All documents (original and eight copies) should be filed with: Magalie R. Salas, Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. Comments, protests, and interventions may be filed electronically via the Internet in lieu of paper; see 18 CFR 385.2001(a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the Commission's Web site under the “e-Filing” link. The Commission strongly encourages electronic filings. Please include the project number (P-12682-000) on any comments or motions filed. The Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure require all intervenors filing documents with the Commission to serve a copy of that document on each person in the official service list for the project. Further, if an intervenor files comments or documents with the Commission relating to the merits of an issue that may affect the responsibilities of a particular resource agency, they must also serve a copy of the document on that resource agency. k. *Description of Project:* The proposed project would consist of:

(1)An existing 1,320-foot-long, 150 foot-high zoned earthen dam,

(2)a reservoir having a surface area of 900 acres and storage capacity of 33,169 acre-feet and normal water surface elevation of 4,953 feet msl,

(3)a proposed intake structure,

(4)a proposed powerhouse containing two generating units having a total installed capacity of 5 MW,

(5)a proposed 3-mile-long 15, kV transmission line, and

(6)appurtenant facilities. Applicant estimates that the average annual generation would be 10 GWh and would be sold to a local utility. l. This filing is available for review at the Commission in the Public Reference Room or may be viewed on the Commission's Web site at *http://www.ferc.gov* using the “eLibrary” link. Enter the docket number excluding the last three digits in the docket number field to access the document. For assistance, call toll-free 1-866-208-3676 or e-mail *FERCONLINESUPPORT@FERC.GOV.* For TTY, call

(202)502-8659. A copy is also available for inspection and reproduction at the address in item h above. m. *Competing Preliminary Permit* —Anyone desiring to file a competing application for preliminary permit for a proposed project must submit the competing application itself, or a notice of intent to file such an application, to the Commission on or before the specified comment date for the particular application (see 18 CFR 4.36). Submission of a timely notice of intent allows an interested person to file the competing preliminary permit application no later than 30 days after the specified comment date for the particular application. A competing preliminary permit application must conform with 18 CFR 4.30(b) and 4.36. n. *Competing Development Application* —Any qualified development applicant desiring to file a competing development application must submit to the Commission, on or before a specified comment date for the particular application, either a competing development application or a notice of intent to file such an application. Submission of a timely notice of intent to file a development application allows an interested person to file the competing application no later than 120 days after the specified comment date for the particular application. A competing license application must conform with 18 CFR 4.30(b) and 4.36. o. *Notice of Intent* —A notice of intent must specify the exact name, business address, and telephone number of the prospective applicant, and must include an unequivocal statement of intent to submit, if such an application may be filed, either a preliminary permit application or a development application (specify which type of application). A notice of intent must be served on the applicant(s) named in this public notice. p. *Proposed Scope of Studies Under Permit* —A preliminary permit, if issued, does not authorize construction. The term of the proposed preliminary permit would be 36 months. The work proposed under the preliminary permit would include economic analysis, preparation of preliminary engineering plans, and a study of environmental impacts. Based on the results of these studies, the Applicant would decide whether to proceed with the preparation of a development application to construct and operate the project. q. *Comments, Protests, or Motions to Intervene* —Anyone may submit comments, a protest, or a motion to intervene in accordance with the requirements of Rules of Practice and Procedure, 18 CFR 385.210, .211, .214. In determining the appropriate action to take, the Commission will consider all protests or other comments filed, but only those who file a motion to intervene in accordance with the Commission's Rules may become a party to the proceeding. Any comments, protests, or motions to intervene must be received on or before the specified comment date for the particular application. r. *Filing and Service of Responsive Documents* —Any filings must bear in all capital letters the title “COMMENTS”, “NOTICE OF INTENT TO FILE COMPETING APPLICATION”, “COMPETING APPLICATION”, “PROTEST”, and “MOTION TO INTERVENE”, as applicable, and the Project Number of the particular application to which the filing refers. Any of the above-named documents must be filed by providing the original and the number of copies provided by the Commission's regulations to: The Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. An additional copy must be sent to Director, Division of Hydropower Administration and Compliance, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, at the above-mentioned address. A copy of any notice of intent, competing application or motion to intervene must also be served upon each representative of the Applicant specified in the particular application. s. *Agency Comments* —Federal, state, and local agencies are invited to file comments on the described application. A copy of the application may be obtained by agencies directly from the Applicant. If an agency does not file comments within the time specified for filing comments, it will be presumed to have no comments. One copy of an agency's comments must also be sent to the Applicant's representatives. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11194 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Notice of Application Accepted for Filing and Soliciting Motions To Intervene, Protests, and Comments July 10, 2006. Take notice that the following hydroelectric application has been filed with the Commission and is available for public inspection: a. *Type of Application:* Preliminary Permit. b. *Project No.:* 12694-000. c. *Date filed:* June 19, 2006. d. *Applicant:* Alaska Tidal Energy Company. e. *Name of Project:* Kachemak Bay Tidal Energy Project. f. *Location:* The project would be located on the Kachemak Bay in the southern part of Cook Inlet in Kenai Peninsula, Alaska. g. *Filed Pursuant to:* Federal Power Act, 16 U.S.C. 791(a)-825(r). h. *Applicant Contacts:* Joseph A. Cannon, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, 2300 N Street, NW., Washington, DC 20037, phone:

(202)663-8000, and Charles B. Cooper, TRC Environmental, Boott Mills South, 116 John St., Lowell, MA 01852, phone:

(978)656-3567. i. *FERC Contact:* Robert Bell,

(1)50 to 200 Tidal In Stream Energy Conversion (TISEC) devices consisting of rotating propeller blades,

(2)integrated generators with a capacity of 0.5 to 2.0 MW each,

(3)anchoring systems,

(4)mooring lines,

(5)interconnection transmission lines, and

(202)502-8659. A copy is also available for inspection and reproduction at the address in item h above. m. Individuals desiring to be included on the Commission's mailing list should so indicate by writing to the Secretary of the Commission. n. *Competing Preliminary Permit* —Anyone desiring to file a competing application for preliminary permit for a proposed project must submit the competing application itself, or a notice of intent to file such an application, to the Commission on or before the specified comment date for the particular application (see 18 CFR 4.36). Submission of a timely notice of intent allows an interested person to file the competing preliminary permit application no later than 30 days after the specified comment date for the particular application. A competing preliminary permit application must conform with 18 CFR 4.30(b) and 4.36. o. *Competing Development Application* —Any qualified development applicant desiring to file a competing development application must submit to the Commission, on or before a specified comment date for the particular application, either a competing development application or a notice of intent to file such an application. Submission of a timely notice of intent to file a development application allows an interested person to file the competing application no later than 120 days after the specified comment date for the particular application. A competing license application must conform with 18 CFR 4.30(b) and 4.36. p. *Notice of Intent* —A notice of intent must specify the exact name, business address, and telephone number of the prospective applicant, and must include an unequivocal statement of intent to submit, if such an application may be filed, either a preliminary permit application or a development application (specify which type of application). A notice of intent must be served on the applicant(s) named in this public notice. q. *Proposed Scope of Studies under Permit* —A preliminary permit, if issued, does not authorize construction. The term of the proposed preliminary permit would be 36 months. The work proposed under the preliminary permit would include economic analysis, preparation of preliminary engineering plans, and a study of environmental impacts. Based on the results of these studies, the Applicant would decide whether to proceed with the preparation of a development application to construct and operate the project. r. *Comments, Protests, or Motions to Intervene* —Anyone may submit comments, a protest, or a motion to intervene in accordance with the requirements of Rules of Practice and Procedure, 18 CFR 385.210, .211, .214. In determining the appropriate action to take, the Commission will consider all protests or other comments filed, but only those who file a motion to intervene in accordance with the Commission's Rules may become a party to the proceeding. Any comments, protests, or motions to intervene must be received on or before the specified comment date for the particular application. Comments, protests and interventions may be filed electronically via the Internet in lieu of paper; See 18 CFR 385.2001(a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the Commission's web site under “e-filing” link. The Commission strongly encourages electronic filing. s. *Filing and Service of Responsive Documents* —Any filings must bear in all capital letters the title “COMMENTS”, “RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TERMS AND CONDITIONS”, “PROTEST”, “COMPETING APPLICATION” OR “MOTION TO INTERVENE”, as applicable, and the Project Number of the particular application to which the filing refers. Any of the above-named documents must be filed by providing the original and the number of copies provided by the Commission's regulations to: The Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. A copy of any motion to intervene must also be served upon each representative of the Applicant specified in the particular application. t. *Agency Comments* —Federal, state, and local agencies are invited to file comments on the described application. A copy of the application may be obtained by agencies directly from the Applicant. If an agency does not file comments within the time specified for filing comments, it will be presumed to have no comments. One copy of an agency's comments must also be sent to the Applicant's representatives. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11195 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Notice of Application Accepted for Filing and Soliciting Motions To Intervene, Protests, and Comments July 10, 2006. Take notice that the following hydroelectric application has been filed with the Commission and is available for public inspection: a. *Type of Application:* Preliminary Permit. b. *Project No.:* 12695-000. c. *Date filed:* June 19, 2006. d. *Applicant:* Alaska Tidal Energy Company. e. *Name of Project:* Icy Passage Tidal Energy Project. f. *Location:* The project would be located on the Icy Passage and Icy Strait in Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon, Alaska. g. *Filed Pursuant to:* Federal Power Act, 16 U.S.C. 791(a)-825(r). h. *Applicant Contacts:* Joseph A. Cannon, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, 2300 N Street, NW., Washington, DC 20037, phone:

(202)663-8000, and Charles B. Cooper, TRC Environmental, Boott Mills South, 116 John St., Lowell, MA 01852, phone:

(978)656-3567. i. *FERC Contact:* Robert Bell,

(1)25 to 50 Tidal In Stream Energy Conversion (TISEC) devices consisting of rotating propeller blades,

(2)integrated generators with a capacity of 0.5 to 2.0 MW each,

(3)anchoring systems,

(4)mooring lines,

(5)interconnection transmission lines, and

(202)502-8659. A copy is also available for inspection and reproduction at the address in item h above. m. Individuals desiring to be included on the Commission's mailing list should so indicate by writing to the Secretary of the Commission. n. *Competing Preliminary Permit* —Anyone desiring to file a competing application for preliminary permit for a proposed project must submit the competing application itself, or a notice of intent to file such an application, to the Commission on or before the specified comment date for the particular application (see 18 CFR 4.36). Submission of a timely notice of intent allows an interested person to file the competing preliminary permit application no later than 30 days after the specified comment date for the particular application. A competing preliminary permit application must conform with 18 CFR 4.30(b) and 4.36. o. *Competing Development Application* —Any qualified development applicant desiring to file a competing development application must submit to the Commission, on or before a specified comment date for the particular application, either a competing development application or a notice of intent to file such an application. Submission of a timely notice of intent to file a development application allows an interested person to file the competing application no later than 120 days after the specified comment date for the particular application. A competing license application must conform with 18 CFR 4.30(b) and 4.36. p. *Notice of Intent* —A notice of intent must specify the exact name, business address, and telephone number of the prospective applicant, and must include an unequivocal statement of intent to submit, if such an application may be filed, either a preliminary permit application or a development application (specify which type of application). A notice of intent must be served on the applicant(s) named in this public notice. q. *Proposed Scope of Studies Under Permit* —A preliminary permit, if issued, does not authorize construction. The term of the proposed preliminary permit would be 36 months. The work proposed under the preliminary permit would include economic analysis, preparation of preliminary engineering plans, and a study of environmental impacts. Based on the results of these studies, the Applicant would decide whether to proceed with the preparation of a development application to construct and operate the project. r. *Comments, Protests, or Motions to Intervene* —Anyone may submit comments, a protest, or a motion to intervene in accordance with the requirements of Rules of Practice and Procedure, 18 CFR 385.210, .211, .214. In determining the appropriate action to take, the Commission will consider all protests or other comments filed, but only those who file a motion to intervene in accordance with the Commission's Rules may become a party to the proceeding. Any comments, protests, or motions to intervene must be received on or before the specified comment date for the particular application. Comments, protests and interventions may be filed electronically via the Internet in lieu of paper; See 18 CFR 385.2001(a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the Commission's Web site under “e-filing” link. The Commission strongly encourages electronic filing. s. *Filing and Service of Responsive Documents* —Any filings must bear in all capital letters the title “COMMENTS”, “RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TERMS AND CONDITIONS”, “PROTEST”, “COMPETING APPLICATION” or “MOTION TO INTERVENE”, as applicable, and the Project Number of the particular application to which the filing refers. Any of the above-named documents must be filed by providing the original and the number of copies provided by the Commission's regulations to: The Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. A copy of any motion to intervene must also be served upon each representative of the Applicant specified in the particular application. t. *Agency Comments* —Federal, state, and local agencies are invited to file comments on the described application. A copy of the application may be obtained by agencies directly from the Applicant. If an agency does not file comments within the time specified for filing comments, it will be presumed to have no comments. One copy of an agency's comments must also be sent to the Applicant's representatives. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11196 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Notice of Application Accepted for Filing and Soliciting Motions To Intervene, Protests, and Comments July 10, 2006. Take notice that the following hydroelectric application has been filed with the Commission and is available for public inspection: a. *Type of Application:* Preliminary Permit. b. *Project No.:* 12696-000. c. *Date filed:* June 19, 2006. d. *Applicant:* Alaska Tidal Energy Company. e. *Name of Project:* Gastineau Channel Tidal Energy Project. f. *Location:* The project would be located on the Gastineau Channel in Juneau, Alaska. g. *Filed Pursuant to:* Federal Power Act, 16 U.S.C. 791(a)-825(r). h. *Applicant Contacts:* Joseph A. Cannon, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, 2300 N Street, NW., Washington, DC 20037, phone:

(202)663-8000, and Charles B. Cooper, TRC Environmental, Boott Mills South, 116 John St., Lowell, MA 01852, phone:

(978)656-3567. i. *FERC Contact:* Robert Bell,

(1)50 to 200 Tidal In Stream Energy Conversion (TISEC) devices consisting of rotating propeller blades,

(2)integrated generators with a capacity of 0.5 to 2.0 MW each,

(3)anchoring systems,

(4)mooring lines,

(5)interconnection transmission lines, and

(202)502-8659. A copy is also available for inspection and reproduction at the address in item h above. m. Individuals desiring to be included on the Commission's mailing list should so indicate by writing to the Secretary of the Commission. n. *Competing Preliminary Permit:* Anyone desiring to file a competing application for preliminary permit for a proposed project must submit the competing application itself, or a notice of intent to file such an application, to the Commission on or before the specified comment date for the particular application (see 18 CFR 4.36). Submission of a timely notice of intent allows an interested person to file the competing preliminary permit application no later than 30 days after the specified comment date for the particular application. A competing preliminary permit application must conform with 18 CFR 4.30(b) and 4.36. o. *Competing Development Application:* Any qualified development applicant desiring to file a competing development application must submit to the Commission, on or before a specified comment date for the particular application, either a competing development application or a notice of intent to file such an application. Submission of a timely notice of intent to file a development application allows an interested person to file the competing application no later than 120 days after the specified comment date for the particular application. A competing license application must conform with 18 CFR 4.30(b) and 4.36. p. *Notice of Intent:* A notice of intent must specify the exact name, business address, and telephone number of the prospective applicant, and must include an unequivocal statement of intent to submit, if such an application may be filed, either a preliminary permit application or a development application (specify which type of application). A notice of intent must be served on the applicant(s) named in this public notice. q. *Proposed Scope of Studies under Permit:* A preliminary permit, if issued, does not authorize construction. The term of the proposed preliminary permit would be 36 months. The work proposed under the preliminary permit would include economic analysis, preparation of preliminary engineering plans, and a study of environmental impacts. Based on the results of these studies, the Applicant would decide whether to proceed with the preparation of a development application to construct and operate the project. r. *Comments, Protests, or Motions to Intervene:* Anyone may submit comments, a protest, or a motion to intervene in accordance with the requirements of Rules of Practice and Procedure, 18 CFR 385.210, .211, .214. In determining the appropriate action to take, the Commission will consider all protests or other comments filed, but only those who file a motion to intervene in accordance with the Commission's Rules may become a party to the proceeding. Any comments, protests, or motions to intervene must be received on or before the specified comment date for the particular application. Comments, protests and interventions may be filed electronically via the Internet in lieu of paper; See 18 CFR 385.2001(a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the Commission's Web site under “e-filing” link. The Commission strongly encourages electronic filing. s. *Filing and Service of Responsive Documents:* Any filings must bear in all capital letters the title “COMMENTS”, “RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TERMS AND CONDITIONS”, “PROTEST”, “COMPETING APPLICATION” OR “MOTION TO INTERVENE”, as applicable, and the Project Number of the particular application to which the filing refers. Any of the above-named documents must be filed by providing the original and the number of copies provided by the Commission's regulations to: The Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. A copy of any motion to intervene must also be served upon each representative of the Applicant specified in the particular application. t. *Agency Comments:* Federal, State, and local agencies are invited to file comments on the described application. A copy of the application may be obtained by agencies directly from the Applicant. If an agency does not file comments within the time specified for filing comments, it will be presumed to have no comments. One copy of an agency's comments must also be sent to the Applicant's representatives. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11197 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Notice of Application Accepted for Filing and Soliciting Motions To Intervene, Protests, and Comments July 10, 2006. Take notice that the following hydroelectric application has been filed with the Commission and is available for public inspection: a. *Type of Application:* Preliminary Permit. b. *Project No.:* 12697-000. c. *Date filed:* June 19, 2006. d. *Applicant:* Alaska Tidal Energy Company. e. *Name of Project:* Wrangell Narrows Tidal Energy Project. f. *Location:* The project would be located on the Wrangell Narrows in Wrangell-Petersburg, Alaska. g. *Filed Pursuant to:* Federal Power Act, 16 U.S.C. 791(a)-825(r). h. *Applicant Contacts:* Joseph A. Cannon, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, 2300 N Street, NW., Washington, DC 20037, phone:

(202)663-8000, and Charles B. Cooper, TRC Environmental, Boott Mills South, 116 John St., Lowell, MA 01852, phone:

(978)656-3567. i. *FERC Contact:* Robert Bell,

(1)25 to 50 Tidal In Stream Energy Conversion (TISEC) devices consisting of rotating propeller blades,

(2)integrated generators with a capacity of 0.5 to 2.0 MW each,

(3)anchoring systems,

(4)mooring lines,

(5)interconnection transmission lines, and

(202)502-8659. A copy is also available for inspection and reproduction at the address in item h above. m. Individuals desiring to be included on the Commission's mailing list should so indicate by writing to the Secretary of the Commission. n. Competing Preliminary Permit—Anyone desiring to file a competing application for preliminary permit for a proposed project must submit the competing application itself, or a notice of intent to file such an application, to the Commission on or before the specified comment date for the particular application (see 18 CFR 4.36). Submission of a timely notice of intent allows an interested person to file the competing preliminary permit application no later than 30 days after the specified comment date for the particular application. A competing preliminary permit application must conform with 18 CFR 4.30(b) and 4.36. o. Competing Development Application—Any qualified development applicant desiring to file a competing development application must submit to the Commission, on or before a specified comment date for the particular application, either a competing development application or a notice of intent to file such an application. Submission of a timely notice of intent to file a development application allows an interested person to file the competing application no later than 120 days after the specified comment date for the particular application. A competing license application must conform with 18 CFR 4.30(b) and 4.36. p. Notice of Intent—A notice of intent must specify the exact name, business address, and telephone number of the prospective applicant, and must include an unequivocal statement of intent to submit, if such an application may be filed, either a preliminary permit application or a development application (specify which type of application). A notice of intent must be served on the applicant(s) named in this public notice. q. Proposed Scope of Studies under Permit—A preliminary permit, if issued, does not authorize construction. The term of the proposed preliminary permit would be 36 months. The work proposed under the preliminary permit would include economic analysis, preparation of preliminary engineering plans, and a study of environmental impacts. Based on the results of these studies, the Applicant would decide whether to proceed with the preparation of a development application to construct and operate the project. r. Comments, Protests, or Motions to Intervene—Anyone may submit comments, a protest, or a motion to intervene in accordance with the requirements of Rules of Practice and Procedure, 18 CFR 385.210, .211, .214. In determining the appropriate action to take, the Commission will consider all protests or other comments filed, but only those who file a motion to intervene in accordance with the Commission's Rules may become a party to the proceeding. Any comments, protests, or motions to intervene must be received on or before the specified comment date for the particular application. Comments, protests and interventions may be filed electronically via the Internet in lieu of paper; See 18 CFR 385.2001(a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the Commission's Web site under “e-filing” link. The Commission strongly encourages electronic filing. s. Filing and Service of Responsive Documents—Any filings must bear in all capital letters the title “COMMENTS”, “RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TERMS AND CONDITIONS”, “PROTEST”, “COMPETING APPLICATION” OR “MOTION TO INTERVENE”, as applicable, and the Project Number of the particular application to which the filing refers. Any of the above-named documents must be filed by providing the original and the number of copies provided by the Commission's regulations to: The Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. A copy of any motion to intervene must also be served upon each representative of the Applicant specified in the particular application. t. Agency Comments—Federal, State, and local agencies are invited to file comments on the described application. A copy of the application may be obtained by agencies directly from the Applicant. If an agency does not file comments within the time specified for filing comments, it will be presumed to have no comments. One copy of an agency's comments must also be sent to the Applicant's representatives. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11198 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Notice of Application Accepted for Filing and Soliciting Motions To Intervene, Protests, and Comments July 10, 2006. Take notice that the following hydroelectric application has been filed with the Commission and is available for public inspection: a. *Type of Application:* Preliminary Permit. b. *Project No.:* 12705-000. c. *Date filed:* June 28, 2006. d. *Applicant:* Alaska Tidal Energy Company. e. *Name of Project:* Central Cook Inlet Tidal Energy Project. f. *Location:* The project would be located on the central part of Cook Inlet in Kenai Peninsula, Alaska. g. *Filed Pursuant to:* Federal Power Act, 16 U.S.C. 791(a)-825(r). h. *Applicant Contacts:* Joseph A. Cannon, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, 2300 N Street, NW., Washington, DC 20037, phone:

(202)663-8000, and Charles B. Cooper, TRC Environmental, Boott Mills South, 116 John St., Lowell, MA 01852, phone:

(978)656-3567. i. *FERC Contact:* Robert Bell,

(1)50 to 500 Tidal In Stream Energy Conversion (TISEC) devices consisting of rotating propeller blades,

(2)integrated generators with a capacity of 0.5 to 2.0 MW each,

(3)anchoring systems,

(4)mooring lines,

(5)interconnection transmission lines, and

(202)502-8659. A copy is also available for inspection and reproduction at the address in item h above. m. Individuals desiring to be included on the Commission's mailing list should so indicate by writing to the Secretary of the Commission. n. Competing Preliminary Permit—Anyone desiring to file a competing application for preliminary permit for a proposed project must submit the competing application itself, or a notice of intent to file such an application, to the Commission on or before the specified comment date for the particular application (see 18 CFR 4.36). Submission of a timely notice of intent allows an interested person to file the competing preliminary permit application no later than 30 days after the specified comment date for the particular application. A competing preliminary permit application must conform with 18 CFR 4.30(b) and 4.36. o. Competing Development Application—Any qualified development applicant desiring to file a competing development application must submit to the Commission, on or before a specified comment date for the particular application, either a competing development application or a notice of intent to file such an application. Submission of a timely notice of intent to file a development application allows an interested person to file the competing application no later than 120 days after the specified comment date for the particular application. A competing license application must conform with 18 CFR 4.30(b) and 4.36. p. Notice of Intent—A notice of intent must specify the exact name, business address, and telephone number of the prospective applicant, and must include an unequivocal statement of intent to submit, if such an application may be filed, either a preliminary permit application or a development application (specify which type of application). A notice of intent must be served on the applicant(s) named in this public notice. q. Proposed Scope of Studies under Permit—A preliminary permit, if issued, does not authorize construction. The term of the proposed preliminary permit would be 36 months. The work proposed under the preliminary permit would include economic analysis, preparation of preliminary engineering plans, and a study of environmental impacts. Based on the results of these studies, the Applicant would decide whether to proceed with the preparation of a development application to construct and operate the project. r. Comments, Protests, or Motions to Intervene—Anyone may submit comments, a protest, or a motion to intervene in accordance with the requirements of Rules of Practice and Procedure, 18 CFR 385.210, .211, .214. In determining the appropriate action to take, the Commission will consider all protests or other comments filed, but only those who file a motion to intervene in accordance with the Commission's Rules may become a party to the proceeding. Any comments, protests, or motions to intervene must be received on or before the specified comment date for the particular application. Comments, protests and interventions may be filed electronically via the Internet in lieu of paper; See 18 CFR 385.2001(a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the Commission's Web site under “e-filing” link. The Commission strongly encourages electronic filing. s. Filing and Service of Responsive Documents—Any filings must bear in all capital letters the title “COMMENTS”, “RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TERMS AND CONDITIONS”, “PROTEST”, “COMPETING APPLICATION” OR “MOTION TO INTERVENE”, as applicable, and the Project Number of the particular application to which the filing refers. Any of the above-named documents must be filed by providing the original and the number of copies provided by the Commission's regulations to: The Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. A copy of any motion to intervene must also be served upon each representative of the Applicant specified in the particular application. t. Agency Comments—Federal, State, and local agencies are invited to file comments on the described application. A copy of the application may be obtained by agencies directly from the Applicant. If an agency does not file comments within the time specified for filing comments, it will be presumed to have no comments. One copy of an agency's comments must also be sent to the Applicant's representatives. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11199 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Notice of Application for Amendment of License and Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Protests July 5, 2006. Take notice that the following application has been filed with the Commission and is available for public inspection: a. *Application Type:* Non-Capacity Amendment of License. b. *Project No.:* 2482-068. c. *Date filed:* June 8, 2006. d. *Applicant:* Erie Boulevard Hydropower, L.P. e. *Name of Project:* Hudson River Hydroelectric Project. f. *Location:* The project is located on the Hudson River, in Saratoga and Warren Counties, New York. g. *Filed Pursuant to:* Federal Power Act, 16 U.S.C. 791a-825r. h. *Applicant Contact:* Mr. Samuel Hirschey, P.E., Erie Boulevard Hydropower L.P., 225 Greenfield Parkway, Suite 201, Liverpool, New York 13088,

(315)413-2790. i. *FERC Contact:* Any questions on this notice should be addressed to Mrs. Anumzziatta Purchiaroni at

(202)502-6191, or e-mail address: *anumzziatta.purchiaroni@ferc.gov* j. *Deadline for filing comments and or motions:* August 7, 2006. k. *Description of Request:* Erie Boulevard Hydropower, L.P.

(Erie)filed an amendment application for its license. Erie is proposing to increase the authorized installed capacity at its Sherman Island Development as follows:

(1)Replace Turbine Unit No. 4 runner in the existing powerhouse to increase turbine output to match the existing generator capacity at 7.2 MW;

(2)install a new 9.5 MW Unit 1 at the empty No. 1 bay in the existing powerhouse; and

(3)install a new 1.16 MW minimum flow unit No. 6 at the dam. With the proposed changes, the total installed capacity of the project would increase by 10.6 MW, or 14.5%, and the total hydraulic capacity would increase by 2,524 cfs, or 16.4%. In addition, Erie proposes to extend installation of 1-inch clear spaced trashracks over the intakes to the existing units within the existing powerhouse. l. *Locations of the Application:* A copy of the application is available for inspection and reproduction at the Commission's Public Reference Room, located at 888 First Street, NE., Room 2A, Washington, DC 20426, or by calling

(202)502-8371. Information about this filing may also be viewed on the Commission's Web site at *http://www.ferc.gov* using the “eLibrary” link. Enter the docket number excluding the last three digits in the docket number field to access the document. You may also register online at *http://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/esubscription.asp* to be notified via e-mail of new filings and issuances related to this or other pending projects. For assistance, call 1-866-208-3676 or e-mail *FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov* , for TTY, call

(202)502-8659. A copy is also available for inspection and reproduction at the address in item

(h)above. m. Individuals desiring to be included on the Commission's mailing list should so indicate by writing to the Secretary of the Commission. n. *Comments, Protests, or Motions to Intervene* —Anyone may submit comments, a protest, or a motion to intervene in accordance with the requirements of Rules of Practice and Procedure, 18 CFR 385.210, .211, .214. In determining the appropriate action to take, the Commission will consider all protests or other comments filed, but only those who file a motion to intervene in accordance with the Commission's Rules may become a party to the proceeding. Any comments, protests, or motions to intervene must be received on or before the specified comment date for the particular application. o. *Filing and Service of Responsive Documents* —Any filings must bear in all capital letters the title “COMMENTS”, “RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TERMS AND CONDITIONS”, “PROTEST”, or “MOTION TO INTERVENE”, as applicable, and the Project Number of the particular application to which the filing refers. All documents (original and eight copies) should be filed with: Magalie R. Salas, Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington DC 20426. A copy of any motion to intervene must also be served upon each representative of the Applicant specified in the particular application. p. *Agency Comments* —Federal, state, and local agencies are invited to file comments on the described application. A copy of the application may be obtained by agencies directly from the Applicant. If an agency does not file comments within the time specified for filing comments, it will be presumed to have no comments. One copy of an agency's comments must also be sent to the Applicant's representatives. q. Comments, protests and interventions may be filed electronically via the Internet in lieu of paper. See, 18 CFR 385.2001(a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the Commission's Web site at *http://www.ferc.gov* under the “e-Filing” link. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11240 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission [Project No. 946-007] Hyrum City; Notice of Scoping Meetings and Site Visit and Soliciting Scoping Comments July 11, 2006. Take notice that the following hydroelectric application has been filed with the Commission and is available for public inspection. a. *Type of Application:* A Subsequent License. (Minor Project). b. *Project No.:* 946-007. c. *Date filed:* April 28, 2006. d. *Applicant:* Hyrum City. e. *Name of Project:* Hyrum City Hydroelectric Project. f. *Location:* On the Blacksmith Fork River in Hyrum City, Cache County, Utah. The project affects about 17.03 acres of federal lands within the Wasatch Cache National Forest. g. *Filed Pursuant to:* Federal Power Act 16 U.S.C. 791(a)-825(r). h. *Applicant Contact:* Dean Howard, Mayor Hyrum City, 83 West Main Street, Hyrum, Utah 84319;

(435)245-6033, or Ken Tuttle or Mike Wilcox, Sunrise Engineering, Inc., 25 East 500 North, Fillmore, UT 84631;

(435)743-6151. i. *FERC Contact:* Gaylord Hoisington,

(202)502-6032 or *gaylord.hoisington@FERC.gov.* j. *Deadline for filing scoping comments:* August 30, 2006. All documents (original and eight copies) should be filed with: Magalie R. Salas, Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. The Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure require all interveners filing documents with the Commission to serve a copy of that document on each person on the official service list for the project. Further, if an intervener files comments or documents with the Commission relating to the merits of an issue that may affect the responsibilities of a particular resource agency, they must also serve a copy of the document on that resource agency. Scoping comments may be filed electronically via the Internet in lieu of paper. The Commission strongly encourages electronic filings. See 18 CFR 385.2001(a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the Commission's Web site ( *http://www.ferc.gov* ) under the “e-Filing” link. k. This application is not ready for environmental analysis at this time. l. The existing Hyrum City's Hydropower Project includes the following constructed facilities:

(1)A 15-foot-high, 70-foot-long earth-fill concrete core embankment to the north, a 14-foot-high, 65-foot-long concrete spillway section, a 15-foot-high, 125-foot-long earth-fill concrete core embankment to the north which makes the total length of the dam approximately 260-foot-long;

(2)a 16-foot-high, 8-foot-wide concrete intake structure with a 20-foot-high, 8-foot-wide trash rack and fish ladder;

(3)a 60-inch-diameter concrete penstock inlet with head gate;

(4)a 3,470-foot-long, 48-inch-diameter concrete penstock going into a 130-foot-long, 42-inch-diameter steel penstock;

(5)a 37-acre-foot de-silting pond;

(6)a 26-foot-wide, 39-foot-long, 20-foot-high brick powerhouse;

(7)a 400-kilowatt Leffel horizontal shaft scroll case turbine;

(8)a 100-foot, 2.4-kV underground transmission line; and

(9)appurtenant facilities. m. A copy of the application is available for review at the Commission in the Public Reference Room or may be viewed on the Commission's Web site at *http://www.ferc.gov* using the “eLibrary” link. Enter the docket number excluding the last three digits in the docket number field to access the document. For assistance, contact FERC Online Support at *FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov* or toll-free at 1-866-208-3676, or for TTY,

(202)502-8659. A copy is also available for inspection and reproduction at the address in item h above. You may also register online at *http://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/esubscription.asp* to be notified via e-mail of new filings and issuances related to this or other pending projects. For assistance, contact FERC Online Support. n. *Scoping Process.* The Commission intends to prepare an Environmental Assessment

(EA)on the project in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act. The EA will consider both site-specific and cumulative environmental impacts and reasonable alternatives to the proposed action. Scoping Meetings FERC staff will conduct one agency scoping meeting and one public meeting. The agency scoping meeting will focus on resource agency and non-governmental organization

(NGO)concerns, while the public scoping meeting is primarily for public input. All interested individuals, organizations, and agencies are invited to attend one or both of the meetings, and to assist the staff in identifying the scope of the environmental issues that should be analyzed in the EA. The times and locations of these meetings are as follows: Agency Scoping Meeting. Date: Monday, July 31, 2006. Time: 1:30 p.m. (MST). Place: City of Hyrum Town Council Meeting Hall. Address: 83 West Main Street, Hyrum, UT 84319. Public Scoping Meeting. Date: Monday, July 31, 2006. Time: 7 p.m. (MST). Place: City of Hyrum Town Council Meeting Hall. Address: 83 West Main Street, Hyrum, UT 84319. Copies of the Scoping Document

(SD1)outlining the subject areas to be addressed in the EA were distributed to the parties on the Commission's mailing list. Copies of the SD1 will be available at the scoping meeting or may be viewed on the Web at *http://www.ferc.gov* using the “eLibrary” link (see item m above). Site Visit The Applicant and FERC staff will conduct a project site visit beginning at 9 a.m. on Monday July 31, 2006. All interested individuals, organizations, and agencies are invited to attend. All participants should RSVP to Guy McBride at 435-245-3652. All participants are responsible for their own transportation to the site. Objectives At the scoping meetings, the staff will:

(1)Summarize the environmental issues tentatively identified for analysis in the EA;

(2)solicit from the meeting participants all available information, especially quantifiable data, on the resources at issue;

(3)encourage statements from experts and the public on issues that should be analyzed in the EA, including viewpoints in opposition to, or in support of, the staff's preliminary views;

(4)determine the resource issues to be addressed in the EA; and

(5)identify those issues that require a detailed analysis, as well as those issues that do not require a detailed analysis. Procedures The meetings are recorded by a stenographer and become part of the formal record of the Commission proceeding on the project. Individuals, organizations, and agencies with environmental expertise and concerns are encouraged to attend the meeting and to assist the staff in defining and clarifying the issues to be addressed in the EA. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-11263 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Western Area Power Administration Parker-Davis Project—Post-2008 Resource Pool AGENCY: Western Area Power Administration, DOE. ACTION: Notice of Proposed Allocation. SUMMARY: The Western Area Power Administration (Western), a Federal power marketing agency of the Department of Energy (DOE), announces the Parker-Davis Project (P-DP) Post-2008 Resource Pool Proposed Allocation of Power (Resource Pool Proposed Power Allocation), developed under the requirements of the Energy Planning and Management Program (EPAMP). EPAMP provides for establishing project-specific resource pools and power allocations from these pools to new preference customers. Western's call for applications was published in the October 1, 2004, **Federal Register** . Applications received by January 30, 2005, were considered for the Resource Pool Proposed Power Allocation. Western will prepare and publish the Final Allocation of Power in the **Federal Register** after all public comments have been considered. DATES: The comment period on the Resource Pool Proposed Power Allocation will begin today and end September 15, 2006. Western must receive all comments by the end of the comment period. Western will hold public information and public comment forums on the Resource Pool Proposed Power Allocation. The public information forum dates and times are: 1. August 29, 2006, 1 p.m. MST, Phoenix, AZ. 2. August 31, 2006, 1 p.m. PDT, Ontario, CA. The public comment forum dates and times are: 1. September 12, 2006, 1 p.m. MST, Phoenix, AZ. 2. September 14, 2006, 1 p.m. PDT, Ontario, CA. ADDRESSES: Information regarding the Proposed Power Allocation, including comments, letters, and other supporting documents, is available for public inspection and copying at the Desert Southwest Regional Office, Western Area Power Administration, 615 South 43rd Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85009. Public comments and related information may be viewed at *http://www.wapa.gov/dsw/pwrmkt.* The public information and comment forum locations are: 1. Phoenix—Western Area Power Administration, Desert Southwest Regional Office, 615 South 43rd Avenue, Phoenix, AZ. 2. Ontario—Doubletree Hotel Ontario Airport, 222 North Vineyard Ave., Ontario, CA. As access to Western facilities is controlled, any U.S. citizen wishing to attend any meeting held at Western must present an official form of picture identification, such as a U.S. driver's license, U.S. passport, U.S. Government ID, or U.S. Military ID, at the time of the meeting. Foreign nationals should contact Western at least 45 days in advance of the meeting to obtain the necessary form to be admitted to Western's offices. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Brian Young, Remarketing Program Manager, Desert Southwest Regional Office, Western Area Power Administration, P.O. Box 6457, Phoenix, AZ 85005-6457,

(602)605-2594, e-mail *post2008pdp@wapa.gov.* SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Western published a notice of Final Allocation Procedures in the December 16, 2005 **Federal Register** (70 FR 74805), to implement Subpart C—Power Marketing Initiative

(PMI)of EPAMP's Final Rule, 10 CFR part 905 (60 FR 54151). EPAMP, developed in part to implement Section 114 of the Energy Policy Act of 1992, became effective on November 20, 1995. EPAMP calls for planning and efficient electric energy use by Western's long-term firm power customers and provides a framework for extending Western's firm power resource commitments. One aspect of EPAMP is to establish project-specific power resource pools when existing resource commitments expire and to allocate power from these pools to eligible preference customers. Existing resource commitments for the P-DP expire on September 30, 2008. Western published its decision to apply the EPAMP PMI to the P-DP in the **Federal Register** on May 5, 2003 (68 FR 23709). This decision created a resource pool of approximately 17 megawatts

(MW)of summer season capacity and 13 MW of winter season capacity, based on estimates of current P-DP hydroelectric resource availability, for allocation to eligible preference customers for 20 years beginning October 1, 2008. The resource pool includes 0.869 MW of summer season withdrawable capacity and 0.619 MW of winter season withdrawable capacity. The associated energy will be a maximum of 3,441 kilowatthours per kilowatt (kWh/kW) in the summer season and 1,703 kWh/kW in the winter season, based on current marketing plan criteria. The Resource Pool Proposed Power Allocation was determined from the applications received during the call for applications (69 FR 58900) under the guidelines of the Final Allocation Procedures, the current P-DP Marketing Plan (49 FR 50582, 52 FR 7014, and 52 FR 28333), and EPAMP. Western seeks comments relevant to the proposed allocations during this comment period. Proposed Power Allocation Western received 79 applications for the Post-2008 Resource Pool. Of those, three applicants did not meet the general eligibility requirements. The Final Allocation Criteria provide that firm power would be allocated to qualified applicants in the following order of priority: 1. Preference entities in the P-DP marketing area that do not have a contract with Western for Federal power resources or are not a member of a parent entity that has a contract with Western for Federal power resources. 2. Preference entities in the P-DP marketing area that have a contract with Western for Federal power resources or are a member of a parent entity that has a contract with Western for Federal power resources. 3. Preference entities in adjacent Federal marketing areas that do not have a contract with Western for Federal power resources or are not a member of a parent entity that has a contract with Western for Federal power resources. Western received one application from a preference entity that has a contract with Western and is located in an adjacent marketing area. As a result, it does not qualify under any of the priority groups. Western did not receive any applications from entities in the third priority of consideration. Western received 41 applications from entities in second priority of consideration and 34 applications from entities that are in the first priority of consideration. In addition, one application identified load for Indian irrigation pumping on Indian lands adjacent to the Colorado River for which priority consideration is required. The Resource Pool Proposed Power Allocation was made by considering the 75 qualified applicants in light of the following factors:

(1)Priority consideration for Indian irrigation pumping on certain Indian lands adjacent to the Colorado River in the lower basin;

(2)widespread use of Federal resources;

(3)magnitude of direct or indirect benefits from Federal resources; and

(4)load. Western proposes to allocate power to 12 applicants in the first priority of consideration and one applicant for irrigation pumping on Indian lands. The proposed allocation amounts are a minimum of 1 MW in accordance with the Final Allocation Procedures. The proposed allocations are: BILLING CODE 6450-01-P EN17JY06.010 Regulatory Procedure Requirements Regulatory Flexibility Analysis The Regulatory Flexibility Act of 1980 (5 U.S.C. 601, *et seq.* ) requires Federal agencies to perform a regulatory flexibility analysis if a final rule is likely to have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities and there is a legal requirement to issue a general notice of proposed rulemaking. Western has determined that this action does not require a regulatory flexibility analysis since it is a rulemaking of particular applicability involving rates or services applicable to public property. Environmental Compliance Western completed an environmental impact statement on EPAMP, under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA). The Record of Decision was published in 60 FR 53181, October 12, 1995. Western's NEPA review assured all environmental effects related to these actions have been analyzed. Determination Under Executive Order 12866 Western has an exemption from centralized regulatory review under Executive Order 12866; accordingly, no clearance of this notice by the Office of Management and Budget is required. Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act Western has determined this rule is exempt from congressional notification requirements under 5 U.S.C. 801 because the action is a rulemaking of particular applicability relating to rates or services and involves matters of procedure. Dated: July 6, 2006. Michael S. Hacskaylo, Administrator. [FR Doc. E6-11234 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6450-01-C ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [EPA-HQ-OA-2006-0278; FRL-8197-6] Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to OMB for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Minority Business Enterprise/Woman Business Enterprise (MBE/WBE) Utilization Under Federal Grants, Cooperative Agreements, and Interagency Agreements (Renewal); EPA ICR No. 2212.02, OMB Control No. 2090-0025 AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act

(PRA)(44 U.S.C. 3501 *et seq.* ), this document announces that an Information Collection Request

(ICR)has been forwarded to the Office of Management and Budget

(OMB)for review and approval. This is a request to renew an existing approved collection. The ICR, which is abstracted below, describes the nature of the information collection and its estimated burden and cost. DATES: Additional comments may be submitted on or before August 16, 2006. ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, referencing Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OA-2006-0278,

(1)to EPA online using *www.regulations.gov* (our preferred method), by e-mail to *oei.docket@epamail.gov,* or by mail to: EPA Docket Center, Environmental Protection Agency, MBE/WBE Utilization Under Federal Grants, Cooperative Agreements, and Interagency Agreements, Mailcode: 28221T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460, and

(2)OMB by mail to: Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Attention: Desk Officer for EPA, 725 17th Street, NW., Washington, DC 20503. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kimberly Y. Patrick, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization, Mailcode: 1230N, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: 202-564-5386; fax number: 202-501-0139; e-mail address: *Patrick.Kimberly@epa.gov.* SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: EPA has submitted the following ICR to OMB for review and approval according to the procedures prescribed in 5 CFR 1320.12. On April 3, 2006 (71 FR 16574), EPA sought comments on this ICR pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.8(d). EPA received no comments. Any additional comments on this ICR should be submitted to EPA and OMB within 30 days of this notice. EPA has established a public docket for this ICR under Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OA-2006-0278, which is available for online viewing at *www.regulations.gov,* or in person viewing at the Office of Environmental Information Docket in the EPA Docket Center (EPA/DC), EPA West, Room B102, 1301 Constitution Ave., NW., Washington, DC. The EPA/DC Public Reading Room is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The telephone number for the Reading Room is 202-566-1744, and the telephone number for the Office of Environmental Information Docket is 202-566-1752. Use EPA's electronic docket and comment system at *www.regulations.gov,* to submit or view public comments, access the index listing of the contents of the docket, and to access those documents in the docket that are available electronically. Once in the system, select “docket search,” then key in the docket ID number identified above. Please note that EPA's policy is that public comments, whether submitted electronically or in paper, will be made available for public viewing at > *www.regulations.gov* as EPA receives them and without change, unless the comment contains copyrighted material, Confidential Business Information (CBI), or other information whose public disclosure is restricted by statute. For further information about the electronic docket, go to *www.regulations.gov.* *Title:* Minority Business Enterprise/Woman Business Enterprise (MBE/WBE) Utilization Under Federal Grants, Cooperative Agreements, and Interagency Agreements (Renewal). *ICR numbers:* EPA ICR No. 2212.02, OMB Control No. 2090-0025. *ICR Status:* This ICR is scheduled to expire on August 31, 2006. Under OMB regulations, the Agency may continue to conduct or sponsor the collection of information while this submission is pending at OMB. An Agency 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. The OMB control numbers for EPA's regulations in title 40 of the CFR, after appearing in the **Federal Register** when approved, are listed in 40 CFR part 9, are displayed either by publication in the **Federal Register** or by other appropriate means, such as on the related collection instrument or form, if applicable. The display of OMB control numbers in certain EPA regulations is consolidated in 40 CFR part 9. *Abstract:* All EPA financial assistance agreement recipients are required to make good faith efforts to assure that small, minority and women owned businesses are used, when possible, as sources of construction, services, equipment, and supplies. The completion and submission of EPA Form 5700-52A is mandatory. The information collected by EPA Form 5700-52A is used to compile data concerning the utilization of minority and women owned businesses as contractors and subcontractors under procurements funded by EPA financial assistance agreements pursuant to Executive Orders 11625, 12138, and 12432, and Public Laws 101-507 and 102-389. The effectiveness of EPA's MBE/WBE Program is measured through this reporting requirement. The modifications to the form were made to simplify and shorten the form itself. The instructions in the modified form also provide more information about questions frequently asked by respondents. *Burden Statement:* The annual public reporting and recordkeeping burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 1.5 hours per response. Burden means the total time, effort, or financial resources expended by persons to generate, maintain, retain, or disclose or provide information to or for a Federal agency. This includes the time needed to review instructions; develop, acquire, install, and utilize technology and systems for the purposes of collecting, validating, and verifying information, processing and maintaining information, and disclosing and providing information; adjust the existing ways to comply with any previously applicable instructions and requirements which have subsequently changed; train personnel to be able to respond to a collection of information; search data sources; complete and review the collection of information; and transmit or otherwise disclose the information. The ICR provides a detailed explanation of the Agency's estimate, which is only briefly summarized here: *Estimated total number of potential respondents:* 3600. *Frequency of response:* Depending on the type of financial assistance received, respondents either report on an annual or quarterly basis. *Estimated total average number of responses for each respondent:* 2.5 average responses per year, including annual and quarterly respondents. *Estimated total annual burden hours:* 10,800. *Estimated total annual costs:* $548,532. This includes $0 annualized capital startup costs, $0 annualized O&M costs, and $548,532 annualized labor costs. *Changes in the Estimates:* The estimates reflect an increase in Respondent burden hours and costs due to extra time needed to review the new instructions for the form. Even though we received no comments regarding the form from our consultation efforts, or from public comments, hours to gather information to complete the form were increased in response to past comments about the form. The total change in burden represents an increase from 1 burden hour to 1.5 burden hours. Dated: July 8, 2006. Oscar Morales, Director, Collection Strategies Division. [FR Doc. E6-11250 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560-50-P ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [EPA-HQ-OW-2003-0011; FRL-8197-7] Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to OMB for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Notice of Intent for Stormwater Discharges Associated With Construction Activity Under a NPDES General Permit, EPA ICR No. 1842.05, OMB Control No. 2040-0188 AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency. ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 *et seq.* ), this document announces that an Information Collection Request

(ICR)has been forwarded to the Office of Management and Budget

(OMB)for review and approval. This is a request to renew an existing approved collection. This ICR is scheduled to expire on September 30, 2006. Under OMB regulations, the Agency may continue to conduct or sponsor the collection of information while this submission is pending at OMB. This ICR describes the nature of the information collection and its estimated burden and cost. DATES: Additional comments may be submitted on or before August 16, 2006. ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, referencing docket ID number EPA-HQ-OW-2003-0011, to

(1)EPA online using *www.regulations.gov* (our preferred method), by e-mail to *ow-docket@epa.gov,* or by mail to: EPA Docket Center, Environmental Protection Agency, Water Docket, Mail Code 4101T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460, and

(2)OMB at: Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Attention: Desk Officer for EPA, 725 17th Street, NW., Washington, DC 20503. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Lynn Stabenfeldt, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: 202-564-0602; fax number: 202-501-2399; e-mail address: *stabenfeldt.lynn@epa.gov.* SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: EPA has submitted the following ICR to OMB for review and approval according to the procedures prescribed in 5 CFR 1320.12. On March 7, 2006 (71 FR 11401-11411), EPA sought comments on this ICR pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.8(d). EPA received one set of comments on the draft ICR. EPA's response to those comments is reflected in the ICR supporting statement. Any additional comments on this ICR should be submitted to EPA and OMB within 30 days of this notice. EPA has established a public docket for this ICR under Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2003-0011, which is available for online viewing at *www.regulations.gov,* or in person viewing at the Water Docket in the EPA Docket Center (EPA/DC), EPA West, Room B102, 1301 Constitution Ave., NW., Washington, DC. The EPA Docket Center Public Reading Room is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The telephone number for the Reading Room is

(202)566-1744, and the telephone number for the Water Docket is

(NOI)to the permitting authority and develop a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). The information collection and reporting activities covered in this ICR include only those activities related to completing and submitting an NOI form, developing a SWPPP, and conducting routine inspections. This ICR only covers the burden on construction sites of five or more acres, as small construction activities are addressed in the Stormwater Phase II ICR (OMB Control Number 2040-0188, EPA ICR Number 1842.05). *Burden Statement:* The annual public reporting and recordkeeping burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 51.3 hours per respondent in NPDES-authorized states and 53.5 hours per respondent in states and territories where EPA is the permitting authority. Burden means the total time, effort, or financial resources expended by persons to generate, maintain, retain, or disclose or provide information to or for a Federal agency. This includes the time needed to review instructions; develop, acquire, install, and utilize technology and systems for the purposes of collecting, validating, and verifying information, processing and maintaining information, and disclosing and providing information; adjust the existing ways to comply with any previously applicable instructions and requirements; train personnel to be able to respond to a collection of information; search data sources; complete and review the collection of information; and transmit or otherwise disclose the information. *Respondents/Affected Entities:* Entities potentially affected by this action are those which have storm water discharges associated with large construction activity (40 CFR 122.25(b)(14)(x)) to waters of the U.S. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 157,546. *Frequency of Response:* Once initially, prior to commencement of construction. *Estimated Total Annual Hour Burden:* 8,247,638 hours. *Estimated Total Annual Cost:* $375,329,979, includes $0 annualized capital or O&M costs. *Changes in the Estimates:* The estimated increase in burden is 327,393 hours compared to the total estimated burden hours currently identified in the OMB Inventory of Approved ICR Burden. The increase in applicant respondent and NPDES-authorized state burden is primarily the result of one change, that being the addition of routine site inspection burden for existing large construction sites (previously not addressed in any ICR). A portion of the burden is reduced based on EPA's estimate of the number of entities affected by this information collection. Dated: July 8, 2006. Oscar Morales, Director, Collection Strategies Division. [FR Doc. E6-11251 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560-50-P ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [EPA-HQ-OW-2006-0138; FRL-8197-8] Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to OMB for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Applications for the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Discharge Permit and the Sewage Sludge Management Permit, EPA ICR No. 0226.18, OMB Control No. 2040-0086 AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency. ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 *et seq.* ), this document announces that an Information Collection Request

(ICR)has been forwarded to the Office of Management and Budget

(2)OMB at: Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Attention: Desk Officer for EPA, 725 17th Street, NW., Washington, DC 20503. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Lynn Stabenfeldt, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: 202.564.0602; fax number: 202.501.2399; e-mail address: *stabenfeldt.lynn@epa.gov.* SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: EPA has submitted the following ICR to OMB for review and approval according to the procedures prescribed in 5 CFR 1320.12. On March 7, 2006 (71 FR 11407-11411), EPA sought comments on this ICR pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.8(d). EPA received one set of comments on the draft ICR. EPA's response to those comments is reflected in the ICR supporting statement. Any additional comments on this ICR should be submitted to EPA and OMB within 30 days of this notice. EPA has established a public docket for this ICR under Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2006-0138, which is available for online viewing at *www.regulations.gov,* or in person viewing at the Water Docket in the EPA Docket Center (EPA/DC), EPA West, Room B102, 1301 Constitution Ave., NW., Washington, DC. The EPA Docket Center Public Reading Room is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The telephone number for the Reading Room is

(202)566-1744, and the telephone number for the Water Docket is

(202)566-2426. Use EPA's electronic docket and comment system at *www.regulations.gov,* to submit or view public comments, access the index listing of the contents of the docket, and to access those comments in the docket that are available electronically. Once in the system, select “docket search,” then key in the docket ID number identified above. Please note that EPA's policy is that public comments, whether submitted electronically or in paper, will be made available for public viewing at *www.regulations.gov* as EPA receives them and without change, unless the comment contains copyrighted material, CBI, or other information whose public disclosure is restricted by statute. For further information about the electronic docket, go to *www.regulations.gov.* *Title:* Applications for the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Discharge Permit and the Sewage Sludge Management Permit. *ICR Numbers:* EPA ICR No. 0226.18, OMB Control No.2040-0086. *ICR Status:* This ICR is scheduled to expire on September 30, 2006. Under OMB regulations, the Agency may continue to conduct or sponsor the collection of information while this submission is pending at OMB. An Agency 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. The OMB control numbers for EPA's regulations in title 40 of the CFR, after appearing in the **Federal Register** when approved, are listed in 40 CFR part 9, are displayed either by publication in the **Federal Register** or by other appropriate means, such as on the related collection instrument or form, if applicable. The display of OMB control numbers in certain EPA regulations is consolidated in 40 CFR part 9. *Abstract:* This ICR calculates the burden and costs associated with permit applications for NPDES discharges and sewage sludge management activities. EPA uses the data contained in applications and supplemental information requests to set appropriate permit conditions, issue permits, and assess permit compliance. EPA maintains certain national application information in databases that assist permit writers in determining permit conditions. For most permits, EPA has developed standard application forms. In some cases, such as requests for additional information and storm water applications from municipal separate sewer systems, standard forms do not exist because standard forms are not appropriate for the information collected or because they have not been developed. Application forms correspond to the different types of applicants, each form requesting information necessary for issuing permits to the associated applicants. Depending on the application form they are using, applicants may be required to supply information about their facilities, discharges, treatment systems, sewage sludge use and disposal practices, pollutant sampling data, or other relevant information. Section 308 of the Clean Water Act authorizes EPA to request from dischargers any information that may be reasonably required to carry out the objectives and provision of the Act. Under this authority, EPA sometimes requests information supplemental to that contained in permit applications. In its burden and cost calculations, this ICR includes requests for information supplemental to permit applications. Other parts of the Clean Water Act and Federal regulations authorize EPA to collect information that supplements permit applications, such as section 403(c). This ICR calculates the burden and costs for all information collection activities associated with applications for permits. Application information is necessary to obtain an NPDES or sewage sludge permit. *Burden Statement:* The annual public reporting and recordkeeping burden for this collection of information is estimated to average less than 5 hours per response. Burden means the total time, effort, or financial resources expended by persons to generate, maintain, retain, or disclose or provide information to or for a Federal agency. This includes the time needed to review instructions; develop, acquire, install, and utilize technology and systems for the purposes of collecting, validating, and verifying information, processing and maintaining information, and disclosing and providing information; adjust the existing ways to comply with any previously applicable instructions and requirements which have subsequently changed; train personnel to be able to respond to a collection of information; search data sources; complete and review the collection of information; and transmit or otherwise disclose the information. *Respondents/Affected Entities:* Entities potentially affected by this action are publicly owned treatment works (POTWs), privately owned treatment works, new and existing manufacturing and commercial dischargers, storm water dischargers, treatment works treating domestic sewage (TWTDS), and other entities that apply for NPDES permits. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 249,494. *Frequency of Response:* Once every five years. *Estimated Total Annual Hour Burden:* 1,358,253 hours. *Estimated Total Annual Cost:* $48,587,228, includes $0 for capital investment and $5,379,500 for O&M costs. *Changes in the Estimates:* The estimated decrease in burden is 41,728 hours compared to the total estimated burden hours currently identified in the OMB Inventory of Approved ICR Burden. This change is primarily the result of updating the universe of permitted facilities subject to these requirements. Dated: July 7, 2006. Oscar Morales, Director, Collection Strategies Division. [FR Doc. E6-11252 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560-50-P ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [EPA-HQ-OW-2002-0053; FRL-8197-9] Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to OMB for Review and Approval; Comment Request; NPDES Stormwater Program Phase II, EPA ICR No. 1820.04, OMB Control No. 2040-0211 AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency. ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 *et seq.* ), this document announces that an Information Collection Request

(ICR)has been forwarded to the Office of Management and Budget

(2)OMB at: Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Attention: Desk Officer for EPA, 725 17th Street, NW., Washington, DC 20503. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Lynn Stabenfeldt, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: 202.564.0602; fax number: 202.501.2399; e-mail address: *stabenfeldt.lynn@epa.gov.* SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: EPA has submitted the following ICR to OMB for review and approval according to the procedures prescribed in 5 CFR 1320.12. On March 7, 2006 (71 FR 11407-11411), EPA sought comments on this ICR pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.8(d). EPA received one set of comments on the draft ICR. EPA's response to those comments is reflected in the ICR supporting statement. Any additional comments on this ICR should be submitted to EPA and OMB within 30 days of this notice. EPA has established a public docket for this ICR under Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2002-0053, which is available for online viewing at *www.regulations.gov,* or in person viewing at the Water Docket in the EPA Docket Center (EPA/DC), EPA West, Room B102, 1301 Constitution Ave., NW., Washington, DC. The EPA Docket Center Public Reading Room is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The telephone number for the Reading Room is

(202)566-1744, and the telephone number for the Water Docket is

(xi)that qualify for a no exposure exemption. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 135,908. *Frequency of Response:* Varies. *Estimated Total Annual Hour Burden:* 3,696,276 hours. *Estimated Total Annual Cost:* $157,922,968, includes $0 annualized capital or O&M costs. *Changes in the Estimates:* The estimated decrease in burden is 1,262,076 hours compared to the total estimated burden hours currently identified in the OMB Inventory of Approved ICR Burdens. This change is primarily the result of the decrease in the estimated size of the regulated universe (based on EPA's estimate of the number of construction sites affected by this information collection). Dated: July 8, 2006. Oscar Morales, Director, Collection Strategies Division. [FR Doc. E6-11253 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560-50-P ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [EPA-HQ-OEI-2006-0515; FRL-8198-1] Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Confidentiality Rules (Renewal); EPA ICR No. 1665.07, OMB Control No. 2020-0003 AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency. ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act

(PRA)(44 U.S.C. 3501 *et seq.* ), this document announces that EPA is planning to submit the following continuing Information Collection Request

(ICR)to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This ICR is scheduled to expire on November 30, 2006. Before submitting the ICR to OMB for review and approval, EPA is soliciting comments on specific aspects of the proposed information collection as described below. DATES: Comments must be submitted on or before September 15, 2006. ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, identified by Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OEI-2006-0515, by one of the following methods: • *www.regulations.gov* : Follow the on-line instructions for submitting comments. • Email: *docket.oei@epa.gov* . • Fax: 202-566-0224. • Mail: Office of Environmental Information Docket (OEI), Environmental Protection Agency, Mailcode: 2822T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460. • Hand Delivery: 1301 Constitution Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460, Room B102. Such deliveries are only accepted during the Docket's normal hours of operation, and special arrangements should be made for deliveries of boxed information. *Instructions:* Direct your comments to Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OEI-2006-0515. EPA's policy is that all comments received will be included in the public docket without change and may be made available online at *www.regulations.gov* , including any personal information provided, unless the comment includes information claimed to be Confidential Business Information

(CBI)or other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. Do not submit information that you consider to be CBI or otherwise protected through *www.regulations.gov* or e-mail. The *www.regulations.gov* Web site is an “anonymous access” system, which means EPA will not know your identity or contact information unless you provide it in the body of your comment. If you send an e-mail comment directly to EPA without going through *www.regulations.gov* your e-mail address will be automatically captured and included as part of the comment that is placed in the public docket and made available on the Internet. If you submit an electronic comment, EPA recommends that you include your name and other contact information in the body of your comment and with any disk or CD-ROM you submit. If EPA cannot read your comment due to technical difficulties and cannot contact you for clarification, EPA may not be able to consider your comment. Electronic files should avoid the use of special characters, any form of encryption, and be free of any defects or viruses. For additional information about EPA's public docket visit the EPA Docket Center homepage at *http://www.epa.gov/epahome/dockets.htm* . FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Larry F. Gottesman, National FOIA Officer, Collection Strategies Division, Office of Information Collection, 2822T, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: 202-566-2162; fax number: 202-566-2147; e-mail address: ** gottesman.larry@epa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: How Can I Access the Docket and/or Submit Comments? EPA has established a public docket for this ICR under Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OEI-2006-0515, which is available for online *viewing at www.regulations.gov* , or in person viewing at the OEI Docket in the EPA Docket Center (EPA/DC), EPA West, Room B102, 1301 Constitution Ave., NW., Washington, DC. The EPA/DC Public Reading Room is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The telephone number for the Reading Room is 202-566-1744, and the telephone number for the OEI Docket is 202-566-1752. Use *www.regulations.gov* to obtain a copy of the draft collection of information, submit or view public comments, access the index listing of the contents of the docket, and to access those documents in the public docket that are available electronically. Once in the system, select “search,” then key in the docket ID number identified in this document. What Information Is EPA Particularly Interested in? Pursuant to section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA, EPA specifically solicits comments and information to enable it to:

(i)Evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Agency, including whether the information will have practical utility;

(ii)evaluate the accuracy of the Agency's estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used;

(iii)enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and

(iv)minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology, *e.g.* , permitting electronic submission of responses. In particular, EPA is requesting comments from very small businesses (those that employ less than 25) on examples of specific additional efforts that EPA could make to reduce the paperwork burden for very small businesses affected by this collection. What Should I Consider When I Prepare My Comments for EPA? You may find the following suggestions helpful for preparing your comments: 1. Explain your views as clearly as possible and provide specific examples. 2. Describe any assumptions that you used. 3. Provide copies of any technical information and/or data you used that support your views. 4. If you estimate potential burden or costs, explain how you arrived at the estimate that you provide. 5. Offer alternative ways to improve the collection activity. 6. Make sure to submit your comments by the deadline identified under DATES . 7. To ensure proper receipt by EPA, be sure to identify the docket ID number assigned to this action in the subject line on the first page of your response. You may also provide the name, date, and **Federal Register** citation. What Information Collection Activity or ICR Does This Apply to? *Affected entities:* Entities potentially affected by this action are businesses or other for-profit entities. *Title:* Confidentiality Rules (Renewal). *ICR numbers:* EPA ICR No. 1665.07, OMB Control No. 2020-0003. *ICR status:* This ICR is currently scheduled to expire on November 30, 2006. An Agency 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. The OMB control numbers for EPA's regulations in title 40 of the CFR, after appearing in the **Federal Register** when approved, are listed in 40 CFR part 9, are displayed either by publication in the **Federal Register** or by other appropriate means, such as on the related collection instrument or form, if applicable. The display of OMB control numbers in certain EPA regulations is consolidated in 40 CFR part 9. *Abstract* : In the course of administering environmental protection statutes, EPA collects data from thousands of facilities in many sectors of the U.S. economy. In many cases, industry marks the data it submits to EPA as CBI. In addition, businesses submit information to EPA without the Agency requesting the information. EPA established the procedures described in 40 CFR part 2, subparts A and B, to protect the confidentiality of information as well as the rights of the public to obtain access to information under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). In accordance with these regulations, when EPA finds it necessary to make a final confidentiality determination ( *e.g.* , in response to a FOIA request or in the course of rulemaking or litigation), or in advance confidentiality determination, it shall notify the effected business and provides an opportunity to comment ( *i.e.* , to submit a substantiation of confidentiality claim). This ICR relates to the collection of information that will assist EPA in determining whether previously submitted information is entitled to confidential treatment. *Current Burden Statement:* The annual public reporting and recordkeeping burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 14 hours to prepare and submit each substantiation or 6,302 hours. Burden means the total time, effort, or financial resources expended by persons to generate, maintain, retain, or disclose or provide information to or for a Federal agency. This includes the time needed to review instructions; develop, acquire, install, and utilize technology and systems for the purposes of collecting, validating, and verifying information, processing and maintaining information, and disclosing and providing information; adjusting the existing ways to comply with any previously applicable instructions and requirements which have subsequently changed; training personnel to be able to respond to a collection of information; searching data sources; completing and reviewing the collection of information; and transmitting or otherwise disclosing the information. In addition, EPA utilizes the services of contractors/subcontractors under the authority of 40 CFR part 2, subpart B, all contractors/subcontractors who may be given access to confidential business information must first sign confidentiality agreements state that they will honor the terms of the contract/subcontract which requires the protection of CBI. The annual total burden for signing and maintaining the agreements would be 130.3 hours. The ICR provides a detailed explanation of the Agency's estimate, which is only briefly summarized here: *Estimated total number of potential respondents:* 1,330. *Frequency of response:* On occasion. *Estimated total average number of responses for each respondent:* 1. *Estimated total annual burden hours:* 6,432.3 hours. *Estimated total annual costs:* $212,185.24. This includes an estimated burden cost of $0 for capital investment or maintenance and operational costs. Are There Changes in the Estimates From the Last Approval? No. What Is the Next Step in the Process for This ICR? EPA will consider the comments received and amend the ICR as appropriate. The final ICR package will then be submitted to OMB for review and approval pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.12. At that time, EPA will issue another **Federal Register** notice pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.5(a)(1)(iv) to announce the submission of the ICR to OMB and the opportunity to submit comments to OMB. If you have any questions about this ICR or the approval process, please contact the technical person listed under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT . Dated: July 8, 2006. Oscar Morales, Division Director, Collection Strategies Division, Office of Information Collection. [FR Doc. E6-11255 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560-50-P ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [EPA-HQ-OECA-2005-0064; FRL-8197-5] Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review and Approval; Comment Request; NSPS for Electric Utility Steam Generating Units (Renewal), ICR Number 1053.08, OMB Number 2060-0023 AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 *et seq.* ), this document announces that the following Information Collection Request

(ICR)has been forwarded to the Office of Management and Budget

(OMB)for review and approval: NSPS for Electric Utility Steam Generating Units (40 CFR part 60, subpart Da), OMB Control Number 2060-0023, EPA ICR Number 1053.08. The ICR, which is abstracted below, describes the nature of the information collection and its estimated burden and cost. DATES: Comments must be submitted on, or before August 16, 2006. ADDRESSES: Follow the detailed instructions in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Gregory Fried, Compliance Assessment and Media Programs Division, Office of Compliance, Mail Code 2223A, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number

(202)564-7016; fax number

(202)564-0050; e-mail address *fried.gregory@epa.gov.* SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: EPA has submitted the following ICR to OMB for review and approval according to the procedures prescribed in 5 CFR 1320.12. On September 21, 2005 (70 FR 55368), EPA sought comments on this ICR pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.8(d). EPA received no comments. EPA has established a public docket for this ICR under Docket ID Number EPA-HQ-OECA-2005-0064, which is available for public viewing at the Enforcement and Compliance Docket and Information Center in the EPA Docket Center (EPA/DC), EPA West, Room B102, 1301 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC. The EPA Docket Center Public Reading Room is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The telephone number for the Reading Room is

(202)566-1744, and the telephone number for the Enforcement and Compliance Docket and Information Center is

(202)566-1514. An electronic version of the public docket is available through the Federal Docket Management System

(FDMS)at *http://www.regulations.gov.* Use FDMS to submit or view public comments, access the index listing of the contents of the public docket, and to access those documents in the public docket that are available electronically. When in the system, select “search,” then key in the Docket ID Number identified above. Also, you can send comments to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget, 725 17th Street, NW., Washington, DC 20503, Attention: Desk Officer for EPA. Please include the EPA Docket ID Number EPA-HQ-OECA-2005-0064 and OMB Control Number 2060-0023 in any correspondence. Any comments related to this ICR should be submitted to EPA and OMB within 30 days of this notice, and according to the following detailed instructions:

(1)Submit your comments to EPA online using FDMS (our preferred method), by e-mail to *docket.oeca@epa.gov* or by mail to EPA Docket Center, Environmental Protection Agency, Mail code: 2201T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460, and

(2)Mail your comments to OMB at: Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Attention: Desk Officer for EPA, 725 17th Street, NW., Washington, DC 20503. EPA's policy is that public comments, whether submitted electronically or in paper, will be made available for public viewing in FDMS as EPA receives them without change, unless the comment contains copyrighted material, Confidential Business Information (CBI), or other information whose public disclosure is restricted by statute. When EPA identifies a comment containing copyrighted material, EPA will provide a reference to that material in the version of the comment that is placed in FDMS. The entire printed comment, including the copyrighted material, will be available in the public docket. Although identified as an item in the official docket, information claimed as CBI, or whose disclosure is otherwise restricted by statute, is not included in the official public docket, see EPA's **Federal Register** notice describing the electronic docket at 67 FR 38102 (May 31, 2002), or go to *http://www.regulations.gov.* *Title:* NSPS for Electric Utility Steam Generating Units (Renewal). *EPA ICR Number:* 1053.08; OMB Control Number 2060-0023. This is a request to renew an existing approved collection that is scheduled to expire on July 31, 2006. Under the OMB regulations, the Agency may continue to conduct or sponsor the collection of information while this submission is pending at OMB. *Abstract:* Owners or operators of electric utility steam generating units subject to the New Source Performance Standards

(NSPS)subpart Da must make one-time notification of construction/reconstruction, anticipated and actual startup, initial performance test, physical or operational changes, and demonstration of a continuous monitoring system. They also must submit a report on initial performance test results, monitoring results, and excess emissions. Records must be maintained of startups, shutdowns, malfunctions, periods when the continuous monitoring system is inoperative, and of various fuel combustion and pollutant emission parameters. The required notifications are used to inform the Agency or delegated authority when a source becomes subject to the standard. Performance test reports are needed, as these are the Agency's records of a source's initial capability to comply with the emission standard, and serve as a record of the operating conditions under which compliance was achieved. The monitoring and excess emissions reports are used for problem identification, as a check on source operation and maintenance, and for compliance determination. The information collected from recordkeeping and reporting requirements are used for targeting inspections and for other uses in compliance and enforcement programs. Responses to these information collections are deemed mandatory by section 114(a) of the Clean Air Act. The required information consists of emissions data and other information that have been determined not to be private. However, any information submitted to the Agency for which a claim of confidentiality is made will be safeguarded according to the Agency policies set forth in Title 40, Chapter 1, Part 2, Subpart B—Confidentiality of Business Information (see 40 CFR 2; 41 FR 36902, September 1, 1976; amended by 43 FR 4000, September 8, 1978; 43 FR 42251, September 20, 1978; 44 FR 17674, March 23, 1979). An agency 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. The OMB control numbers for EPA's regulations are listed in 40 CFR part 9 and 48 CFR chapter 15, and are identified on the form and/or instrument, if applicable. *Burden Statement:* The annual public reporting and recordkeeping burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 85 hours per response. Burden means the total time, effort, or financial resources expended by persons to generate, maintain, retain, or disclose or provide information to or for a Federal agency. This includes the time needed to review instructions; develop, acquire, install, and utilize technology and systems for the purposes of collecting, validating, and verifying information, processing and maintaining information, and disclosing and providing information; adjust the existing ways to comply with any previously applicable instructions and requirements; train personnel to respond to a collection of information; search data sources; complete and review the collection of information; and transmit, or otherwise disclose the information. *Respondents/Affected Entities:* Owners or operators of electric utility steam generating units subject to subpart Da. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 655. *Frequency of Response:* Semiannually, quarterly. *Estimated Total Annual Hour Burden:* 133,553. *Estimated Total Annual Cost:* $19,490,000, includes $2,200,000 annualized capital and $9,660,000 O&M costs. Dated: July 8, 2006. Oscar Morales, Director, Collection Strategies Division. [FR Doc. E6-11256 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560-50-P ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [EPA-HQ-OAR-2006-0525; FRL-8198-4] Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Registration of Fuels and Fuel Additives—Health-Effects Research Requirements for Manufacturers; EPA ICR No. 1696.05, OMB Control No. 2060-0297 AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act

(PRA)(44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq., this document announces that EPA is planning to submit a request to renew an existing approved Information Collection Request

(202)566-1741. • *Mail:* Air and Radiation Docket, Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OAR-2006-0525, Environmental Protection Agency, Mailcode: 6102T, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460. • *Hand Delivery:* EPA Docket Center, Room B102, EPA West Building, 1301 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460. Such deliveries are only accepted during the Docket's normal hours of operation, and special arrangements should be made for deliveries of boxed information. *Instructions:* Direct your comments to Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OAR-2006-0525. EPA's policy is that all comments received will be included in the public docket without change and may be made available online at *www.regulations.gov,* including any personal information provided, unless the comment includes information claimed to be Confidential Business Information

(202)343-9303; fax number:

(202)343-2802; e-mail address: *caldwell.jim@epa.gov.* SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: How Can I Access the Docket and/or Submit Comments? EPA has established a public docket for this ICR under Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OAR-2006-0525, which is available for online viewing at *www.regulations.gov,* or in person viewing at the Air and Radiation Docket in the EPA Docket Center (EPA/DC), EPA West, Room B102, 1301 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC. The EPA/DC Public Reading Room is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The telephone number for the Reading Room is 202-566-1744, and the telephone number for the Air and Radiation Docket is 202-566-1742. Use *www.regulations.gov* to obtain a copy of the draft collection of information, submit or view public comments, access the index listing of the contents of the docket, and to access those documents in the public docket that are available electronically. Once in the system, select “search,” then key in the docket ID number identified in this document. What Information Is EPA Particularly Interested in? Pursuant to section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA, EPA specifically solicits comments and information to enable it to:

(i)Evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Agency, including whether the information will have practical utility;

(ii)Evaluate the accuracy of the Agency's estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used;

(iii)Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and

(iv)Minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting electronic submission of responses. In particular, EPA is requesting comments from very small businesses (those that employ less than 25) on examples of specific additional efforts that EPA could make to reduce the paperwork burden for very small businesses affected by this collection. What Should I Consider When I Prepare My Comments for EPA? You may find the following suggestions helpful for preparing your comments: 1. Explain your views as clearly as possible and provide specific examples. 2. Describe any assumptions that you used. 3. Provide copies of any technical information and/or data you used that support your views. 4. If you estimate potential burden or costs, explain how you arrived at the estimate that you provide. 5. Offer alternative ways to improve the collection activity. 6. Make sure to submit your comments by the deadline identified under DATES. 7. To ensure proper receipt by EPA, be sure to identify the docket ID number assigned to this action in the subject line on the first page of your response. You may also provide the name, date, and **Federal Register** citation. What Information Collection Activity or ICR Does This Apply to? *Affected entities:* Entities potentially affected by this action are the manufacturers of motor-vehicle gasoline, motor-vehicle diesel fuel, and additives for those fuels. *Title:* Registration of Fuels and Fuel Additives—Health-Effects Research Requirements for Manufacturers. *ICR numbers:* EPA ICR No. 1696.05, OMB Control No. 2060-0297. *ICR status:* This ICR is currently scheduled to expire on November 30, 2006. An Agency 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. The OMB control numbers for EPA's regulations in title 40 of the CFR, after appearing in the **Federal Register** when approved, are listed in 40 CFR part 9, are displayed either by publication in the **Federal Register** or by other appropriate means, such as on the related collection instrument or form, if applicable. The display of OMB control numbers in certain EPA regulations is consolidated in 40 CFR part 9. *Abstract:* In accordance with the regulations at 40 CFR part 79, Subparts A, B, C, and D, Registration of Fuels and Fuel Additives, manufacturers (including importers) of motor-vehicle gasoline, motor-vehicle diesel fuel, and additives for those fuels, are required to have these products registered by the EPA prior to their introduction into commerce. Registration involves providing a chemical description of the fuel or additive, and certain technical, marketing, and health-effects information. The development of health-effects data, as required by 40 CFR part 79, subpart F, is the subject of this ICR. The information collection requirements for Subparts A through D, and the supplemental notification requirements of subpart F (indicating how the manufacturer will satisfy the health-effects data requirements) are covered by a separate ICR (EPA ICR Number 309.11, OMB Control Number 2060-1050). The health-effects data will be used to determine if there are any products which have evaporative or combustion emissions that may pose an unreasonable risk to public health, thus meriting further investigation and potential regulation. This information is required for specific groups of fuels and additives as defined in the regulations. For example, gasoline and gasoline additives which consist of only carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and/or sulfur, and which involve a gasoline oxygen content of less than 1.5 weight percent, fall into a “baseline” group. Oxygenates, such as ethanol and ethyl tertiary butyl ether, when used in gasoline at an oxygen level of at least 1.5 weight percent, define separate “nonbaseline” groups for each oxygenate. Additives which contain elements other than carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and sulfur fall into separate “atypical” groups. There are similar grouping requirements for diesel fuel and diesel fuel additives. Manufacturers may perform the research independently or may join with other manufacturers to share in the costs for each applicable group. Several research consortiums (groups of manufacturers) have been formed. The largest consortium, organized by the American Petroleum Institute (API), represents most of the manufacturers of baseline gasoline, baseline diesel fuel, baseline fuel additives, and the prominent nonbaseline oxygenated additives for gasoline. The research is structured into three tiers of requirements for each group. Tier 1 requires an emissions characterization and a literature search for information on the health effects of those emissions. Voluminous Tier 1 data for gasoline and diesel fuel were submitted by API and others in 1997. Tier 1 data have been submitted for biodiesel, water/diesel emulsions, and several atypical additives. Tier 2 requires short-term inhalation exposures of laboratory animals to emissions to screen for adverse health effects. Tier 2 data have been submitted for baseline diesel, biodiesel, and water/diesel emulsions. Alternative Tier 2 testing can be required in lieu of standard Tier 2 testing if EPA concludes that such testing would be more appropriate. The EPA reached that conclusion with respect to gasoline and gasoline-oxygenate blends, and alternative requirements were established for the API consortium for baseline gasoline and six gasoline-oxygenate blends. Alternative Tier 2 requirements have also been established for the manganese additive MMT manufactured by the Afton Chemical Corporation (formerly the Ethyl Corporation). Tier 3 provides for follow-up research, at EPA's discretion, when remaining uncertainties as to the significance of observed health effects, welfare effects, and/or emissions exposures from a fuel or fuel/additive mixture interfere with EPA's ability to make reasonable estimates of the potential risks posed by emissions from a fuel or additive. To date, EPA has not imposed any Tier 3 requirements. Under Section 211 of the Clean Air Act,

(1)submission of the health-effects information is necessary for a manufacturer to obtain registration of a motor-vehicle gasoline, diesel fuel, or fuel additive, and thus be allowed to introduce that product into commerce, and

(2)the information shall not be considered confidential. *Burden Statement:* The annual public reporting and recordkeeping burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 7,538 hours per response. Burden means the total time, effort, or financial resources expended by persons to generate, maintain, retain, or disclose or provide information to or for a Federal agency. This includes the time needed to review instructions; develop, acquire, install, and utilize technology and systems for the purposes of collecting, validating, and verifying information, processing and maintaining information, and disclosing and providing information; adjust the existing ways to comply with any previously applicable instructions and requirements which have subsequently changed; train personnel to be able to respond to a collection of information; search data sources; complete and review the collection of information; and transmit or otherwise disclose the information. The ICR provides a detailed explanation of the Agency's estimate, which is only briefly summarized here: *Estimated total number of potential respondents:* 4. *Frequency of response:* On occasion. *Estimated total average number of responses for each respondent:* 1. *Estimated total annual burden hours:* 30,150. *Estimated total annual costs:* $3.2 million. This includes an estimated burden cost of $2.5 million and an estimated cost of $0.7 million for capital investment or maintenance and operational costs. Are There Changes in the Estimates From the Last Approval? There is a decrease of 30,550 hours in the total estimated annual respondent burden compared with that identified in the ICR currently approved by OMB. This decrease reflects EPA's updating of burden estimates. The two Alternative Tier 2 testing programs noted above, and covered in the previous ICR, have completed most of the testing requirements. They will have significantly reduced activity as the programs near completion over the next three years. Although there will likely be new fuels and additives for which testing will be required, such testing is not expected to be as extensive as the two programs noted above. What Is the Next Step in the Process for This ICR? EPA will consider the comments received and amend the ICR as appropriate. The final ICR package will then be submitted to OMB for review and approval pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.12. At that time, EPA will issue another **Federal Register** notice pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.5(a)(1)(iv) to announce the submission of the ICR to OMB and the opportunity to submit additional comments to OMB. If you have any questions about this ICR or the approval process, please contact the technical person listed under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT. Dated: July 11, 2006. Margo Tsirigotis Oge, Director, Office of Transportation and Air Quality. [FR Doc. E6-11257 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560-50-P ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [FRL-8198-3] Science Advisory Board

(SAB)Staff Office; Notification of an Upcoming Teleconference of the Air Quality Modeling Subcommittee of the EPA's Advisory Council on Clean Air Compliance Analysis AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: The EPA Science Advisory Board

(SAB)Staff Office announces a public teleconference of the Air Quality Modeling Subcommittee (AQMS), a subcommittee of the EPA's Advisory Council on Clean Air Compliance Analysis (Council). DATES: The public teleconference will be held on August 7, 2006, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. (eastern daylight time). FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Members of the public who wish to obtain the call-in number and access code for the teleconference may contact Dr. Holly Stallworth, Designated Federal Officer (DFO), by mail at EPA SAB Staff Office (1400F), U.S. EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460; by telephone at

(202)343-9867; or by e-mail at *stallworth.holly@epa.gov.* General information about the SAB may be found on the SAB Web site at *http://www.epa.gov/sab.* SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: *Background:* The Advisory Council on Clean Air Compliance Analysis is a statutorily-mandated peer review group charged with providing advice, information and recommendations to the Agency on technical and economic aspects of studies prepared by EPA relating to the benefits and costs of the CAA and its Amendments. The Council is a Federal advisory committee chartered under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), as amended, 5 U.S.C., App. Pursuant to a requirement under section 812 of the 1990 Clean Air Act Amendments, EPA conducts periodic studies to assess the benefits and the costs of the Clean Air Act. The Council has been the chief reviewing body for these studies and has issued advice on a retrospective study issued in 1997, a prospective study issued in 1999, and, since 2003, analytic blueprints for a second prospective study on the costs and benefits of clean air programs covering the years 1990-2020. OAR's Web site on these section 812 studies may be found at: *http://www.epa.gov/oar/sect812/.* The AQMS is one of three subcommittees of the Advisory Council on Clean Air Compliance Analysis. The AQMS is charged with providing expert advice on the Office of Air and Radiation's air quality modeling. Pursuant to the Federal Advisory Committee Act, Public Law 92-463, notice is hereby given that the Air Quality Modeling Subcommittee

(AQMS)will hold a public teleconference to discuss a draft emissions inventory developed for the EPA Office of Air and Radiation's “Second Prospective Analysis: Benefits and Costs of the Clean Air Act 1990-2020.” Meeting materials and a teleconference agenda will be posted on the SAB Web site provided above prior to the teleconference. The Panel will comply with the provisions of the Federal Advisory Committee Act

(FACA)and all appropriate SAB procedural policies. *Procedures for Providing Public Input:* Members of the public may submit relevant written or oral information for the AQMS to consider during the advisory process. *Oral Statements:* In general, individuals or groups requesting an oral presentation at a public teleconference will be limited to three minutes per speaker with no more than a total of fifteen minutes for all speakers. Interested parties should contact the DFO, contact information provided above, in writing via e-mail by July 31, 2006, in order to be placed on the public speaker list. *Written Statements:* Written statements should be received in the SAB Staff Office by July 31, 2006, so that the information may be made available to the Panel for their consideration. Written statements should be supplied to the DFO in the following formats: One hard copy with original signature, and one electronic copy via e-mail (acceptable file format: Adobe Acrobat, WordPerfect, Word, or Rich Text files (in IBM-PC/Windows 98/2000/XP format). *Meeting Accommodations:* For information on access or services for people with disabilities, please contact the DFO, contact information provided above. To request accommodation of a disability please contact the DFO, preferably at least ten business days prior to the meeting, to give EPA as much time as possible to process your request. Dated: July 11, 2006. Anthony F. Maciorowski, Associate Director for Science, EPA Science Advisory Board Staff Office. [FR Doc. E6-11238 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560-50-P ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [FRL-8198-6] Science Advisory Board Staff Office; EPA Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee (CASAC) CASAC Lead Review Panel; Notification of a Public Advisory Committee Meeting (Teleconference) AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) Science Advisory Board

(SAB)Staff Office announces a public teleconference of the Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee (CASAC) Lead Review Panel (CASAC Panel) to review the updated Executive Summary and Chapter 7 (Integrative Synthesis) of EPA's *Air Quality Criteria for Lead (Second External Review Draft), Volumes I and II* (EPA/600/R-05/144aB-bB, May 2006). DATES: The teleconference meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 15, 2006, from 12 to 4 p.m. (Eastern Time). FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Any member of the public who wishes to: Obtain the teleconference call-in number and access code; submit a written or brief oral statement (three minutes or less); or receive further information concerning this teleconference meeting, must contact Mr. Fred Butterfield, Designated Federal Officer (DFO), EPA Science Advisory Board (1400F), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460; via telephone/voice mail:

(202)343-9994; fax:

(202)233-0643; or e-mail at: *butterfield.fred@epa.gov.* General information concerning the CASAC or the EPA SAB can be found on the EPA Web site at URL: *http://www.epa.gov/sab.* SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: *Background:* The CASAC, which is comprised of seven members appointed by the EPA Administrator, was established under section 109(d)(2) of the Clean Air Act (CAA or Act) (42 U.S.C. 7409) as an independent scientific advisory committee, in part to provide advice, information and recommendations on the scientific and technical aspects of issues related to air quality criteria and NAAQS under sections 108 and 109 of the Act. The CASAC is a Federal advisory committee chartered under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), as amended, 5 U.S.C., App. The CASAC Lead Review Panel, which consists of the seven CASAC members supplemented by subject-matter-expert Panelists, provides EPA with advice and recommendations concerning lead in ambient air. The CASAC Panel complies with the provisions of FACA and all appropriate SAB Staff Office procedural policies. EPA is in the process of updating, and revising where appropriate, the air quality criteria document

(AQCD)for Lead. Section 109(d)(1) of the CAA requires that EPA carry out a periodic review and revision, as appropriate, of the air quality criteria and the national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) for the six “criteria” air pollutants, including Lead. On December 1, 2005, EPA's National Center for Environmental Assessment National, Research Triangle Park (NCEA-RTP), within the Agency's Office of Research and Development (ORD), made available for public review and comment a first draft document, *Air Quality Criteria for Lead, Volumes I and II* (EPA/600/R-05/144aA-bA). This AQCD represented an update to the previous EPA document, *Air Quality Criteria for Lead,* EPA-600/8-83/028aF-dF (published in June 1986) and an associated supplement (EPA-600/8-89/049F) published in 1990. Under CAA sections 108 and 109, the purpose of the updated AQCD is to provide an assessment of the latest scientific information on the effects of ambient Lead on the public health and welfare, for use in EPA's current review of the NAAQS for Lead. Detailed summary information on this first draft AQCD for lead is contained in a previous EPA **Federal Register** notice (70 FR 72300, December 2, 2005). The CASAC Panel met in a public meeting on February 28 and March 1, 2006 to conduct its initial peer review of the first draft Lead AQCD. The report from that meeting, dated April 26, 2006, is posted on the SAB Web site at: *http://www.epa.gov/sab/pdf/casac-06-005.pdf.* In May 2006, NCEA-RTP released a second draft Lead AQCD (EPA/600/R-05/144aB-bB) for public review and comment. The CASAC Panel met in a public meeting on June 28 and 29, 2006 to conduct a peer review of the second draft Lead AQCD. The CASAC's report from that meeting is still under development and will be posted on the SAB Web site at: *http://www.epa.gov/sab/fiscal06.htm* upon completion. At its June 2006 public meeting, the CASAC Panel requested an opportunity to provide additional review of the revised draft Executive Summary and Chapter 7 (Integrative Synthesis) of the AQCD. The purpose of this teleconference is for the CASAC Panel to conduct this review. *Availability of Meeting Materials:* The *Air Quality Criteria for Lead (Second External Review Draft), Volumes I and II* (May 2005) can be accessed via the Agency's NCEA Web site at: *http://cfpub.epa.gov/ncea/cfm/recordisplay.cfm?deid=141779http://cfpub.epa.gov/ncea/cfm/recordisplay.cfm?deid=154041.* NCEA-RTP plans to post the revised draft Executive Summary and Chapter 7 (Integrative Synthesis) on the NCEA Web Site by August 1, 2006. Any questions concerning the second draft Lead AQCD should be directed to Dr. Lori White, NCEA-RTP, at phone:

(919)541-3146, or e-mail: *white.lori@epa.gov.* A copy of the draft agenda for the CASAC teleconference and other meeting materials will be posted on the SAB Web site prior to this meeting at: *http://www.epa.gov/sab/panels/casac_lead_review_panel.htm.* *Procedures for Providing Public Input:* Interested members of the public may submit relevant written or oral information for the CASAC Lead Review Panel to consider during the advisory process. *Oral Statements:* In general, individuals or groups requesting an oral presentation at a public teleconference will be limited to three minutes per speaker, with no more than a total of 30 minutes for all speakers. Interested parties should contact Mr. Butterfield, CASAC DFO, in writing (preferably via e-mail), by August 8, 2006, at the contact information noted above, to be placed on the list of public speakers for this meeting. *Written Statements:* Written statements should be received in the SAB Staff Office by August 11, 2006, so that the information may be made available to the CASAC Panel for their consideration prior to this teleconference. Written statements should be supplied to the DFO in the following formats: one hard copy with original signature, and one electronic copy via e-mail (acceptable file format: Adobe Acrobat PDF, WordPerfect, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, or Rich Text files in IBM-PC/Windows 98/2000/XP format). *Accessibility:* For information on access or services for individuals with disabilities, please contact Mr. Butterfield at the phone number or e-mail address noted above, preferably at least ten days prior to the meeting, to give EPA as much time as possible to process your request. Dated: July 11, 2006. Anthony F. Maciorowski, Associate Director for Science, EPA Science Advisory Board Staff Office. [FR Doc. E6-11247 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560-50-P ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [EPA-HQ-OW-2006-0021; FRL-8198-5] National Management Measures To Control Nonpoint Source Pollution From Hydromodification AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Notice of availability. SUMMARY: EPA is requesting comment on draft technical guidance for managing nonpoint source pollution from hydromodification. The term hydromodification refers to an activity that alters the geometry and physical characteristics of a stream or river in such a way that the flow patterns change. This guidance is intended to provide technical assistance to states, territories, authorized tribes, and the public for managing hydromodification and reducing nonpoint source pollution of surface and ground water. The guidance provides background information about nonpoint source pollution from activities associated with channelization and channel modification, dams, and streambank and shoreline erosion. It discusses the broad concepts of assessing and addressing water quality problems on a watershed level, and it presents up-to-date technical information about how to reduce nonpoint source pollution from hydromodification. Implementation of the guidance will result in increased use of scientifically sound, cost-effective hydromodification management measures, and will support states in their efforts to implement their Nonpoint Source Control Programs. DATES: Comments must be received on or before October 16, 2006. ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, identified by Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2006-0021 by one of the following methods: — *www.regulations.gov:* Follow the on-line instructions for submitting comments. —E-mail: *OW-Docket@epa.gov* —Mail: Office of Water Docket, Environmental Protection Agency, Mailcode: 4101T, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460 —Hand Delivery: Office of Water Docket, Environmental Protection Agency, Public Reading Room, Room B102, EPA West Building, 1301 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC. Such deliveries are only accepted during the Docket's normal hours of operation, and special arrangements should be made for deliveries of boxed information. *Instructions:* Direct your comments to Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2006-0021. EPA's policy is that all comments received will be included in the public docket without change and may be made available online at *www.regulations.gov,* including any personal information provided, unless the comment includes information claimed to be Confidential Business Information

(CBI)or other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. Do not submit information that you consider to be CBI or otherwise protected through *www.regulations.gov.* The *www.regulations.gov* Web site is an “anonymous access” system, which means EPA will not know your identity or contact information unless you provide it in the body of your comment. If you send an e-mail comment directly to EPA without going through *www.regulations.gov* your e-mail address will be automatically captured and included as part of the comment that is placed in the public docket and made available on the Internet. If you submit an electronic comment, EPA recommends that you include your name and other contact information in the body of your comment and with any disk or CD-ROM you submit. If EPA cannot read your comment due to technical difficulties and cannot contact you for clarification, EPA may not be able to consider your comment. Electronic files should avoid the use of special characters, any form of encryption, and be free of any defects or viruses. For additional information about EPA's public docket visit the EPA Docket Center homepage at *http://www.epa.gov/epahome/dockets.htm.* *Docket:* All documents in the docket are listed in the *www.regulations.gov* index. Although listed in the index, some information is not publicly available, *e.g.,* CBI or other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. Certain other material, such as copyrighted material, will be publicly available only in hard copy. Publicly available docket materials are available either electronically in *www.regulations.gov* or in hard copy at the Office of Water Docket, Environmental Protection Agency, Public Reading Room, Room B102, EPA West Building, 1301 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC. The Public Reading Room is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The telephone number for the Public Reading Room is

(202)566-1744, and the telephone number for the Office of Water Docket is

(202)566-2426. The complete text of the draft guidance is available on EPA's Internet site on the Nonpoint Source Control Branch's homepage at *http://www.epa.gov/owow/nps/pubs.html.* Copies of the complete draft guidance can also be obtained upon request. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Chris Solloway, Assessment and Watershed Protection Division, Office of Water, Mailcode: 4503T, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number

(202)566-1202; fax number

(202)566-1437; e-mail address: *Solloway.chris@epa.gov.* SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: I. General Information A. Interested Entities Entities potentially interested in today's notice are those that manage watersheds potentially affected by hydromodification. Categories and entities interested in today's notice include: Category Examples of interested entities State/Local/Tribal Government Water Quality Officials, Public Land Management Officials, Association of State and Interstate Water Pollution Control Administrators. Federal Government Army Corps of Engineers, Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA), Forest Service (USDA), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Department of Transportation. Non-government organizations Resource Management Associations, Trade Group Associations, Professional Associations, Environmental Groups. This table is not intended to be exhaustive, but rather provides a guide for readers regarding entities likely to be interested in this notice. This table lists the types of entities that EPA is aware could potentially be interested in this notice. Other types of entities not listed in the table could also be interested. B. What Should I Consider as I Prepare My Comments for EPA? 1. *Submitting CBI.* Do not submit this information to EPA through *www.regulations.gov* or e-mail. Clearly mark the part or all of the information that you claim to be CBI. For CBI information in a disk or CD ROM that you mail to EPA, mark the outside of the disk or CD ROM as CBI and then identify electronically within the disk or CD ROM the specific information that is claimed as CBI). In addition to one complete version of the comment that includes information claimed as CBI, a copy of the comment that does not contain the information claimed as CBI must be submitted for inclusion in the public docket. Information so marked will not be disclosed except in accordance with procedures set forth in 40 CFR part 2. 2. *Tips for Preparing Your Comments.* When submitting comments, remember to: • Identify the rulemaking by docket number and other identifying information (subject heading, **Federal Register** date and page number). • Follow directions—The agency may ask you to respond to specific questions or organize comments by referencing a Code of Federal Regulations

(CFR)part or section number. • Explain why you agree or disagree; suggest alternatives and substitute language for your requested changes. • Describe any assumptions and provide any technical information and/or data that you used. • If you estimate potential costs or burdens, explain how you arrived at your estimate in sufficient detail to allow for it to be reproduced. • Provide specific examples to illustrate your concerns, and suggest alternatives. • Explain your views as clearly as possible, avoiding the use of profanity or personal threats. • Make sure to submit your comments by the comment period deadline identified. II. Background In 1993, under the authority of section 6217(g) of the Coastal Zone Act Reauthorization Amendments, EPA issued Guidance Specifying Management Measures for Sources of Nonpoint Pollution in Coastal Waters. That guidance document details management measures appropriate for the control of five categories of nonpoint sources of pollution in the coastal zone: agriculture, forestry, urban areas, marinas and recreational boating, and hydromodification. The document also includes management measures for wetlands, riparian areas, and vegetated treatment systems because they are important to the abatement of nonpoint source pollution in coastal waters. States and territories were required to adopt measures “in conformity” with the coastal management measures guidance for their Coastal Nonpoint Pollution Control Programs. State, territory, and tribal water quality assessments continue to identify nonpoint source pollution as a major cause of degradation in surveyed waters nationwide. In 1987, Congress enacted section 319 of the Clean Water Act to establish a national program to control nonpoint sources of water pollution. Under section 319, states, territories, and tribes address nonpoint source pollution by assessing the nonpoint source pollution problems within the state, territory, or tribal lands; identifying the sources of pollution; and implementing management programs to control the pollution. Section 319 also authorizes EPA to award grants to states, territories, and tribes to assist them in implementing management programs that EPA has approved. Program implementation includes nonregulatory and regulatory programs, technical assistance, financial assistance, education, training, technology transfer, and demonstration projects. In fiscal year 2005, Congress appropriated and EPA awarded approximately $207 million for state nonpoint source management program grants. The 1993 management measures guidance focused on conditions of and examples from the coastal zone. The draft national management measures guidance is intended to expand the focus nationwide to provide technical guidance on effective measures for managing hydromodification for the abatement of nonpoint source pollution. Although the practices detailed in the 1993 coastal guidance apply generally to inland areas, EPA has recognized the utility of developing and publishing technical guidance that explicitly addresses nonpoint source pollution on a nationwide basis. Moreover, additional information and examples from research and experience to date with implementation of the management measures are available to enrich the national guidance. These changes have helped to prompt the revision and expansion of the hydromodification chapter of the 1993 guidance. III. Scope of the Draft Hydromodification Guidance—Sources of Nonpoint Source Pollution Addressed The draft technical guidance continues to focus on the major sources of pollution from hydromodification identified for the 1993 coastal guidance by EPA in consultation with a number of other Federal agencies and other leading national experts, including several experts from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Specifically, the guidance identifies management measures for the following: Channelization and Channel Modification • Physical and Chemical Characteristics of Surface Water • Instream and Riparian Habitat Restoration • Dams • Erosion and Sediment Control • Chemical and Pollutant Control • Protection of Surface Water Quality and Instream and Riparian Habitat • Streambank and Shoreline Erosion • Eroding Streambanks and Shorelines IV. Approach Used To Develop Guidance The draft management measures guidance is based in large part on the 1993 coastal guidance. The coastal guidance was developed using a workgroup approach to draw upon technical expertise within other Federal agencies as well as state water quality and coastal zone management agencies. The 1993 text has been expanded to include information on the application and effectiveness of hydromodification BMPs from recent research, the cost of installing BMPs, watershed-scale and ecological impacts of hydromodification activities, and certification programs for personnel involved in construction and dam removal. V. Request for Comments EPA is soliciting comments on the draft guidance on nonpoint source management measures for hydromodification. The Agency is soliciting additional information and supporting data on the measures specified in this guidance and on additional measures that may be as effective or more effective in controlling nonpoint source pollution from hydromodification. EPA requests that commenters focus their comments on the technical soundness of the draft management measures guidance. Dated: July 6, 2006. Benjamin H. Grumbles, Assistant Administrator, Office of Water. [FR Doc. E6-11248 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560-50-P ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [Docket # EPA-RO4-SFUND-2006-0595; FRL-8198-2] Henry Wood Preserving Superfund Site; Hemingway, Williamsburg County, SC; Notice of Settlement AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency. ACTION: Notice of settlement. SUMMARY: Under section 122(h)(1) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLS), the United States Environmental Protection Agency has entered into a proposed settlement for the reimbursement of past response costs concerning the Henry Wood Preserving Superfund Site located in Hemingway, Willamsburg County, South Carolina. DATES: The Agency will consider public comments on the settlements until August 16, 2006. The Agency will consider all comments received and may modify or withdraw its consent to the settlements if comments received disclose facts or considerations which indicate that the settlements are inappropriate, improper, or inadequate. ADDRESSES: Copies of the settlement are available from Ms. Paula V. Batchelor. Submit your comments, identified by Docket ID No. EPA-RO4-SFUND-2006-0595 or Site name Henry Wood Preserving Superfund Site by one of the following methods: • * http://www.regulations.gov:* Follow the on-line instructions for submitting comments. • E-mail: *Batchelor.Paula@epa.gov.* • Fax: 404/562-8842/Attn: Paula V. Batchelor. • Mail: Ms. Paula V. Batchelor, U.S. EPA Region 4, WMD-SEIMB, 61 Forsyth Street, SW., Atlanta, Georgia 30303. “In addition, please mail a copy of your comments on the information collection provisions to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Attn: Desk Officer for EPA, 725 17th St. NW., Washington, DC 20503.” *Instructions:* Direct your comments to Docket ID No. EPA-RO4-SFUND-2006-0595. EPA's policy is that all comments received will be included in the public docket without change and may be made available online at *http://www.regulations.gov,* including any personal information provided, unless the comment includes information claimed to be Confidential Business Information

(CBI)or other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. Do not submit information that you consider to be CBI or otherwise protected through *http://www.regulations.gov* or e-mail. The *http://www.regulations.gov* Web site is an “anonymous access” system, which means EPA will not know your identity or contact information unless you provide it in the body of your comment. If you send an e-mail comment directly to EPA without going through *http://www.regulations.gov* your e-mail address will be automatically captured and included as part of the comment that is placed in the public docket and made available on the Internet. If you submit an electronic comment, EPA recommends that you include your name and other contact information in the body of your comment and with any disk or CD-ROM you submit. If EPA cannot read your comment due to technical difficulties and cannot contact you for clarification, EPA may not be able to consider your comment. Electronic files should avoid the use of special characters, any form of encryption, and be free of any defects or viruses. For additional information about EPA's public docket visit the EPA Docket Center homepage at *http://www.epa.gov/epahome/dockets.htm.* *Docket:* All documents in the docket are listed in the *http://www.regulations.gov* index. Although listed in the index, some information is not publicly available, e.g., CBI or other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. Certain other material, such as copyrighted material, will be publicly available only in hard copy. Publicly available docket materials are available either electronically in *http://www.regulations.gov* or in hard copy at the U.S. EPA Region 4 office located at 61 Forsyth Street, SW., Atlanta, Georgia 30303. Regional office is open from 7 a.m. until 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. Written comments may be submitted to Ms. Batchelor within 30 calendar days of the date of this publication. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Paula V. Batchelor at 404/562-8887 Dated: June 29, 2006. De'Lyntoneus Moore, Acting Chief, Superfund Enforcement & Information Management Branch, Waste Management Division. [FR Doc. E6-11237 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560-50-P COUNCIL ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY Environmental Management Systems and the National Environmental Policy Act AGENCY: Council on Environmental Quality. ACTION: Notice and Request for Comments. SUMMARY: The Council on Environmental Quality

(CEQ)used an interagency work group to develop a guide to Federal agencies in aligning their Environmental Management Systems

(EMS)with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). CEQ invites comments on the proposed guide before publishing and distributing a final guide. The proposed guide, “Aligning the Complementary Processes of Environmental Management Systems and the National Environmental Policy Act”, is available at *www.nepa.gov* in the Current Developments section. DATES: Written comments should be submitted on or before September 1, 2006. ADDRESSES: Hardcopies of the proposed guide can be requested from CEQ. Electronic or facsimile requests for a copy of the proposed guide and comments on the proposed guide are preferred because federal offices experience intermittent mail delays from security screening. Electronic requests and written comments can be sent to NEPA modernization (EMS-NEPA) at *horst_greczmiel@ceq.eop.gov.* Written requests and comments may be faxed to NEPA Modernization (EMS-NEPA) at

(202)456-0753. Written requests and comments may also be submitted to NEPA Modernization (EMS-NEPA), Attn: Associate Director for NEPA Oversight, 722 Jackson Place NW, Washington DC 20503. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Horst Greczmiel at

(202)395-5750. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Council on Environmental Quality

(CEQ)established a National Environmental Policy Act

(NEPA)Task Force and is now implementing recommendations designed to modernize the implementation of NEPA and make the NEPA process more effective and efficient. Additional information is available on the task force Web site at *http://ceq.eh.doe.gov/ntf* . A guide, “Aligning the Complementary Processes of Environmental Management Systems and the National Environmental Policy Act”, was developed to assist agencies with linking the NEPA process with Environmental Management Systems

(EMS)and CEQ requests public input and comments on the proposed guide available at *www.NEPA.gov* and from CEQ ( *see* ADDRESSES *).* The guide will be provided to all Federal agencies to help Federal agencies recognize the complementary relationship of EMS and NEPA and to assist them in aligning EMS elements with the NEPA statement of policy in Section 101 and the analysis and decision processes of Section 102 and incorporating the EMS approach into the NEPA process when establishing, implementing, and maintaining their EMS. CEQ recognizes the benefits of aligning these complementary processes and encourages Federal agencies to do so where appropriate. The guide states that it is conceivable that a well constructed EMS can include all the elements of the NEPA process and serve as the basis for complying with NEPA requirements. CEQ specifically solicits public comment on this idea. The guide encourages the integration of EMS and NEPA as a means to bring substantial benefits to an agency's environmental performance and to further our national environmental policy. For example: Commitments and mitigation measures established in NEPA decision documents ( *e.g.* , Findings of No Significant Impact and Records of Decision) can be implemented, tracked and monitored through the EMS because the EMS provides a framework to improve environmental performance in ongoing day-to-day operations. The implementation, tracking and monitoring of commitments and mitigation measures can assist in training, internal auditing, identification of appropriate corrective actions and communication with interested parties. A major component of the NEPA process is communicating and involving the interested public. An EMS can provide numerous opportunities for communicating with the public and serve a major role in providing information about the proposal under consideration and thereby help focus the public involvement. The guide also describes specific ways EMS and NEPA processes can complement one another to improve how Federal agencies manage their impacts on the environment: • The NEPA process generally approaches environmental management decisions on a case-by-case basis, and mainly focuses on identifying and mitigating “significant” environmental impacts. An EMS addresses the full range of ongoing activities (and products and services) the agency has decided to implement with the intent to continually improve environmental performance by minimizing the adverse effects of its environmental aspects. • The identification of environmental aspects in the development of an EMS can build on the environmental aspects identified in a previous NEPA analysis of a facility, activity, program or policy. Conversely, a new NEPA analysis can consider the identified environmental aspects in an EMS when assessing potential environmental impacts of a proposed action. The EMS can provide a platform for using the information collected and analyses performed in the NEPA process on a going forward basis in the actual implementation of proposed actions. • The performance measurements and monitoring conducted as part of an EMS may provide comparable and verifiable data to improve environmental impact predictions in an environmental assessment

(EA)or environmental impact statement (EIS). • An EMS provides a systematic framework for an agency to monitor and continually improve its environmental performance. Agencies with an EMS may be able to use data generated through their EMS to establish a record of environmental performance to support, for example

(a)identifying categories of actions that normally require an EIS,

(b)finding no significant impact when incorporated into an EA, which would preclude the need to prepare an EIS, or

(c)establishing a categorical exclusion under NEPA which would reduce the need to prepare EAs. Further, where an EIS is needed, the EMS approach of keeping environmental data up-to-date should facilitate the preparation of an EIS. • Where an EMS has established environmental objectives and targets relevant to resource areas subject to NEPA mitigation measures, the EMS can ensure implementation and performance of mitigation measures through applicable measurement and monitoring programs. • An EMS can support the implementation of a NEPA “adaptive management” approach when there are uncertainties in the prediction of the impacts or outcome of project implementation, or the effectiveness of proposed mitigation. The adaptive management approach can provide managers with the flexibility to make necessary corrections or adjustments in project implementation, possible without needing new or supplemental NEPA analyses. Public comments are requested on or before September 1, 2006. Dated: July 12, 2006. James L. Connaughton, Chairman, Council on Environmental Quality. [FR Doc. 06-6251 Filed 7-14-06; 8:45 am]

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