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BILLING CODE 4410-10-M DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT [Docket No. FR-5037-N-69] Notice of Submission of Proposed Information Collection to OMB; Application for the Transfer of Physical Assets AGENCY: Office of the Chief Information Officer, HUD. ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: The proposed information collection requirement described below has been submitted to the Office of Management and Budget

(OMB)for review, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act. The Department is soliciting public comments on the subject proposal. The Application for the Transfer of Physical Assets is completed and submitted to HUD by prospective purchasers of properties with mortgage either HUD-insured or HUD-held prior to conveying the title. The form cites all the supportive documentation that must be submitted to HUD for approval. HUD uses the information submitted to determine the suitability of new owners and managers of multifamily projects and to ensure the legal and administrative sufficiency of the proposal. DATES: *Comments Due Date:* October 11, 2006. ADDRESSES: Interested persons are invited to submit comments regarding this proposal. Comments should refer to the proposal by name and/or OMB approval Number (2502-0275) and should be sent to: HUD Desk Officer, Office of Management and Budget, New Executive Office Building, Washington, DC 20503; fax: 202-395-6974. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Lillian Deitzer, Departmental Reports Management Officer, QDAM, Department of Housing and Urban Development, 451 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20410; e-mail *Lillian_L._Deitzer@HUD.gov* or telephone

(202)708-2374. This is not a toll-free number. Copies of available documents submitted to OMB may be obtained from Ms. Deitzer or from HUD's Web site at *http://hlannwp031.hud.gov/po/i/icbts/collectionsearch.cfm.* SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This notice informs the public that the Department of Housing and Urban Development has submitted to OMB a request for approval of the information collection described below. This notice is soliciting comments from members of the public and affecting agencies concerning the proposed collection of information to:

(1)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;

(2)Evaluate the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information;

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

(4)Minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond; including through the use of appropriate automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting electronic submission of responses. This notice also lists the following information: *Title of Proposal:* Application for the Transfer of Physical Assets. *OMB Approval Number:* 2502-0275. *Form Numbers:* HUD-92266. *Description of the Need for the Information and Its Proposed Use:* The Application for the Transfer of Physical Assets is completed and submitted to HUD by prospective purchasers of properties with mortgages either HUD-insure or HUD-held prior to conveying the title. The form cites all the supportive documentation that must be submitted to HUD for approval. HUD uses the information submitted to determine the suitability of new owners and managers of multifamily projects and to ensure the legal and administrative sufficiency of the proposal. *Frequency of Submission:* On Occasion. Number of respondents Annual responses × Hours per response = Burden hours Reporting Burden 350 1 92 32,200 *Total Estimated Burden Hours:* 32,200. *Status:* Extension of a currently approved collection. *Authority:* Section 3507 of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, 44 U.S.C. 35, as amended. Dated: October 4, 2006. Lillian L. Deitzer, Departmental Paperwork Reduction Act Officer, Office of the Chief Information Officer. [FR Doc. E6-16716 Filed 10-10-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4210-67-P DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT [Docket No. FR-5030-FA-19] Announcement of Funding Awards for Fiscal Year 2006 Hispanic-Serving Institutions Assisting Communities Program AGENCY: Office of the Assistant Secretary for Policy Development and Research, HUD. ACTION: Announcement of funding awards. SUMMARY: In accordance with section 102 (a)(4)(C) of the Department of Housing and Urban Development Reform Act of 1989, this document notifies the public of funding awards for Fiscal Year 2005 Hispanic-Serving Institutions Assisting Communities (HSIAC) Program. The purpose of this document is to announce the names, addresses and the amount awarded to the winners to be used to help Hispanic-Serving Institutions of higher education to expand their role and effectiveness in addressing community development needs in their localities, consistent with the purposes of Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 as amended. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Susan Brunson, Office of University Partnerships, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, 451 Seventh Street, SW., Room 8106, Washington, DC 20410, telephone

(202)708-3061, extension 3852. To provide service for persons who are hearing-or-speech-impaired, this number may be reached via TTY by Dialing the Federal Information Relay Service on

(800)877-8339 or

(202)708-1455. (Telephone numbers, other than “800” TTY numbers, are not toll free). SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Hispanic-Serving Institutions Assisting Communities Program was approved by Congress under section 107 of the Community Development Block Grant

(CDBG)appropriations for the Fiscal Year 2006, and is administered by the Office of University Partnerships under the Assistant Secretary for Policy Development and Research. In addition to this program, the Office of University Partnerships administers HUD's ongoing grant programs to institutions of higher education as well as creates initiatives through which colleges and universities can bring their traditional missions of teaching, research, service, and outreach to bear on the pressing local problems in their communities. The HSIAC program provides funds for a wide range of CDBG-eligible activities including housing rehabilitation and financing, property demolition or acquisition, public facilities, economic development, business entrepreneurship, and fair housing programs. The Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance number for this program is 14.514. On March 8, 2006, (71 FR 11756), HUD published a Notice of Funding Availability

(NOFA)announcing the availability of $5.94 million in Fiscal Year 2006, plus $78,000 in previously unobligated funds for the HSIAC Program. The Department reviewed, evaluated, and scored the applications received based on the criteria in the NOFA. As a result, HUD has funded the applications below, in accordance with section 102(a)(4)(C) of the Department of Housing and Urban Development Reform Act of 1989 (103 Stat. 1987, 42 U.S.C. 3545). List of Awardees for Grant Assistance Under the FY 2006 Hispanic-Serving Institutions Assisting Communities Program Funding Competition, by Institution, Address and Grant Amount Region I 1. Urban College of Boston, Ms. Shelia Taylor-King, Urban College of Boston, 178 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02111-1093. Grant: $600,000. Region II 2. Passaic County Community College, Mr. Todd Sorber, Passaic County Community College, One College Boulevard, Paterson, NJ 07505. Grant: $597,035. Region IV 3. Universidad Del Este, Mr. Alberto Maldonado-Ruiz, Universidad Del Este, CARR 190 Road km 1.8, Avenue Principle Sabana bo, Sabana Abajo, Carolina, PR 00983. Grant: $600,000. 4. University of Puerto Rico at Humacao, Dr. Hilda M. Colon-Plumay, University of Puerto Rico at Humacao, Office of the Chancellor, 100 Street 908th Road, Humacao, PR 00791-4300. Grant: $583,284. 5. Universidad del Turabo, SUAGM, Ms. Betsy Vidal, Universidad del Turabo, SUAGM, State Road 189, km. 3.3. Gurabo, PR 00778-3030. Grant: $599,635. Region VI 6. Mesalands Community College, Mr. David Buchen, Mesalands Community College, 911 South Tenth Street, Tucumcari, NM 88401. Grant: $600,000. 7. San Jacinto College North, Dr. Richard Bailey, San Jacinto College North, 5800 Uvalde Street, Houston, TX 77049. Grant: $599,815. 8. University of Texas at San Antonio, Dr. Harriett Romo, University of Texas at San Antonio, 501 West Durango Boulevard, Frio Street, Building 4.418, San Antonio, TX 78207. Grant: $599,984. Region IX 9. Yosemite Community College District-Modesto Junior College, Ms. Judith Monast, Yosemite Community College District-Modesto Junior College, 2201 Blue Gum Avenue, Modesto, CA 95352. Grant: $527,290. Region X 10. Columbia Basin College, Ms. Evangelina Galvan-Holt, Columbia Basin College, 2600 North 20th Avenue, Pasco, WA 99301. Grant: $600,000. Dated: September 21, 2006. Darlene F. Williams, Assistant Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-16714 Filed 10-10-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4210-67-P DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT [Docket No. FR-5030-FA-28] Announcement of Funding Awards for Fiscal Year 2006 Historically Black Colleges and Universities Program AGENCY: Office of the Assistant Secretary for Policy Development and Research, HUD. ACTION: Announcement of funding awards. SUMMARY: In accordance with section 102(a)(4)(C) of the Department of Housing and Urban Development Reform Act of 1989, this document notifies the public of funding awards for Fiscal Year

(FY)2006 Historically Black Colleges and Universities Program. The purpose of this document is to announce the names, addresses and the amount awarded to the winners to be used to help Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) expand their role and effectiveness in addressing community development needs in their localities, consistent with the purposes of HUD's Community Development Block Grant program (CDBG). FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Susan Brunson, Office of University Partnerships, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, 451 Seventh Street, SW., Room 8106, Washington, DC 20410, telephone

(202)708-3061, extension 3852. To provide service for persons who are hearing-or-speech-impaired, this number may be reached via TTY by Dialing the Federal Information Relay Service on

(800)877-8339 or

(202)708-1455. (Telephone number, other than “800” TTY numbers are not toll free.) SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Historically Black Colleges and Universities Program was enacted under section 107 of the CDBG appropriation for FY 2006, as part of the “Veterans Administration, HUD and Independent Agencies Appropriations Act of 2002” and is administered by the Office of University Partnerships under the Assistant Secretary for Policy Development and Research. In addition to this program, the Office of University Partnerships administers HUD's ongoing grant programs to institutions of higher education as well as creates initiatives through which colleges and universities can bring their traditional missions of teaching, research, service, and outreach to bear on the pressing local problems in their communities. The HBCU Program provides funds for a wide range of CDBG-eligible activities including housing rehabilitation and financing, property demolition or acquisition, public facilities, economic development, business entrepreneurship, and fair housing programs. The Catalog Federal Domestic Assistance number for this program is 14.520. On March 8, 2006 (71 FR 11747), HUD published a Notice of Funding Availability

(NOFA)announcing the availability of $7.9 million in FY 2006, plus $2.5 million in previously unobligated funds for the HBCU Program. This year HUD awarded two types of grants: Category I and Category II. Of the amount available, $6.0 million was available to Category I applicants and $4.4 million is available to fund Category II applicants. Category I grants were awarded to institutions that sustained in excess of $50 million in damages and destructions from hurricanes Katrina or Rita in FY 2005 (applicants can request up to $2,000,000) to provide critical resources and assistance. Funding awarded under Category II grants will allow institutions to expand their role and effectiveness in addressing community development needs in their localities or a designated disaster area (applicants could request up to $600,000). The Department reviewed, evaluated, and scored the applications received based on the criteria in the NOFA. As a result, HUD has funded the applications below, in accordance with section 102(a)(4)(C) of the Department of Housing and Urban Development Reform Act of 1989 (103 Stat. 1987, 42 U.S.C. 3545). List of Awardees for Grant Assistance Under the FY 2006 Historically Black Program Funding Competition, by Institution, Address, and Grant Amount Region III 1. Howard University, Dr. Rodney Green, Howard University, Center for Urban Progress, 1840 7th Street, NW., Suite 318, Washington, DC 20001. Grant: $586,027. 2. Morgan State University, Mr. Ellis Brown, Morgan State University, Community and Economic Development, Truth Hall, Room #111-G, 1700 East Cold Spring Lane, Baltimore, MD 21251. Grant: $600,000. 3. Norfolk State University, Mrs. Debra Atkins, Norfolk State University, Community and Outreach Service, 700 Park Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23504. Grant: $600,000. Region IV 4. Alabama A&M University, Mr. Larry Dejarnett, Alabama A&M University, Community Planning/Urban Studies, 4900 Meridian Street, James I. Dawson Building, Rm. 316B, Normal, AL 35762. Grant: $600,000. 5. Benedict College, Dr. Jabari Simama, Benedict College, Benedict-Allen Community Development Corporation, 1600 Harden Street, Columbia, SC 29204. Grant: $600,000. 6. C.A. Fredd Technical College Campus, Dr. Cordell Wynn, C.A. Fredd Technical College Campus, 3401 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401. Grant: $599,020. 7. Morris College, Ms. Dorothy Cheagle, Morris College, Planning and Governmental Relations, 100 West College Street, Sumter, SC 29150. Grant: $600,000. 8. North Carolina A&T State University, Dr. N. Radhakrishman, North Carolina A&T State University, Research and Economic Development, 1601 East Market Street, Greensboro, NC 27411. Grant: $597,538. Region VI 9. Southern University and A&M College, Dr. Alma Thornton, Southern University and A&M College, Center for Social Research, 208 Higgins Hall, Roosevelt Steptoe Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70813. Grant: $600,000. 10. Dillard University, Mr. Theodore Callier, Dillard University, Office of Sponsored Programs,1555 Poydras Street, 12th Floor, New Orleans, LA 70112. Grant: $2,000,000. 11. Langston University, Ms. Linda Tillman, Langston University, Rural Business Development, 4205 North Lincoln Boulevard, Room 109, Oklahoma City, OK 73105. Grant: $587,806. 12. Xavier University of Louisiana, Dr. Kyshun Webster, Xavier University of Louisiana, One Drexel Drive, New Orleans, LA 70125. Grant: $2,000,000. 13. University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, Mr. Henry Golatt, Sr., University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, Economic Research and Development Center, 1200 North University Drive, Pine Bluff, AR 71601. Grant: $429,609. Dated: September 21, 2006. Darlene F. Williams, Assistant Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-16715 Filed 10-10-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4210-67-P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Indian Affairs Notice of Cancellation of the Environmental Impact Statement for the Proposed Operations and Maintenance of the Flathead Indian Irrigation Project Upon Transfer in Favor of Preparation of an Environmental Assessment, Flathead, Lake, Missoula and Sanders Counties, MO AGENCY: Bureau of Indian Affairs, Interior. ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: This notice advises the public that the Bureau of Indian Affairs

(BIA)intends to prepare an Environmental Assessment

(EA)instead of an Environmental Impact Statement

(EIS)for the proposed operations and maintenance of the Flathead Indian Irrigation Project upon transfer. This notice also announces a public comment period. The purpose of this notice and public comment period is to obtain additional suggestions and information from other agencies and the public regarding BIA's intention to prepare an EA instead of an EIS. Because the BIA has already held public meetings to satisfy scoping requirements for preparation of an EIS, and the subject matter of the EA is identical, at this time, the BIA does not intend to hold additional public meetings. However, if the need for additional public meetings becomes evident through public comment or otherwise, the BIA will hold additional public meetings. DATES: Comments on the implementation of this proposal must be received before November 13, 2006. ADDRESSES: Mail or hand deliver written comments to Mr. Travis Teegarden, Project Manager, Branch of Irrigation, Power, and Safety of Dams, Natural Resources Division, Office of Trust Services, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 490 N. 31st Street, Suite 203, Billings, MT 59101. You may also fax comments to Mr. Travis Teegarden at

(406)657-5988. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Travis Teegarden,

(406)657-5987. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Flathead Indian Irrigation Project (Project) is located on the Flathead Indian Reservation in northwestern Montana. The Secretary of the Interior (Secretary) is required to transfer the operations and management of the Project as provided by the Act of May 29, 1908, Public Law 60-156, 35 Stat. 441 (the 1908 Act) and the Act of May 25, 1948, Public Law 80-554, 62 Stat. 269 (the 1948 Act). In 1904, the Flathead Indian Allotment Act authorized allotments of land within the Flathead Indian Reservation to members of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (Tribes) and construction of the Flathead Indian Irrigation Project for “the benefit of Indians” on the Flathead Indian Reservation (33 Stat. 302). When this Act was amended in 1908, it also authorized the construction of irrigation systems to serve homesteaded lands within the Flathead Indian Reservation and provided for turnover of the operation and management of irrigation works serving non-Indian lands when certain Project construction repayment conditions had been met (35 Stat. 450). Further, upon turnover of the project, the 1948 Act called for the operation and management of the Project under rules and regulations approved by the Secretary. As of August 2002, there were 134,788 total acres in the project; 127,535 of which were assessed acres, with 7,252 designated as temporarily non-assessed acres. Approximately 10 percent of the Project's irrigated lands are held in trust by the United States for the benefit of individual Indian landowners and for the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes. Trust land totals 11,771 acres, while land in fee status totals 115,764 acres. The primary source of the water for the Project originates from the Mission Mountains which border the east side of the reservation. The Project facilities include 17 major storage reservoirs, 1,300 miles of canals and laterals and more than 10,000 structures. The Project is divided into the Mission, Post, Pablo, Camas, and Jocko divisions. Primary irrigated crops are hay and alfalfa, grains, potatoes, canola, and some fruit orchards. Currently, the BIA's Flathead Agency Superintendent is the Officer-in-Charge of the Project and administers activities through the Irrigation Systems Manager. The Irrigation Systems Manager supervises the operation and maintenance of the Project works. Non-Indian irrigation interests are represented by three irrigation districts, the Flathead Irrigation District, the Mission Irrigation District, and the Jocko Valley Irrigation District. These Districts signed repayment contracts with the United States in 1928, 1931, and 1934 respectively, and are collectively represented by the Flathead Joint Board of Control (FJBC), which is chartered under state law and represents only owners of fee lands. Individual Indians and the Tribes that irrigate lands held in trust by the United States are statutorily excluded from representation by the FJBC. Repayment of Project construction conditions were fulfilled in early January 2004. The BIA, the Tribes and the FJBC are developing proposed standard operating procedures for the Project and are proposing to contract the management of the Project under a Cooperating Management Entity, made up of representatives from the FJBC and the Tribes, with the BIA providing oversight functions and maintaining its role as trustee. The BIA has been delegated the responsibility to serve as the Lead Agency for National Environmental Policy Act compliance in connection with the proposed operations and maintenance of the Flathead Indian Irrigation Project upon transfer. Issues to be addressed in the environmental analysis include, but are not limited to, irrigation and farming, rights-of-ways, treaty-protected fisheries, aquatic habitat, biological resources, wildlife habitat, and Indian traditional and cultural properties and resources. On June 7, 2004, the BIA issued a Notice of Intent to prepare an EIS for the proposed operations and maintenance of the Flathead Indian Irrigation Project upon transfer (69 FR 31835). The BIA held public scoping meetings on June 28, 2004, in Arlee, Montana, and June 30, 2004, in Ronan, Montana. Public comments were solicited and received by the BIA and work began on the EIS. As work on the EIS progressed, it became evident that an EA would be a more appropriate NEPA document for the proposed transfer of the operation and maintenance of the Project. Preliminary analysis of current operation and maintenance of the Project and proposed future operations and maintenance after turnover showed the two plans to be very similar and any environmental affects of the limited changes and new actions to be taken would result primarily in environmental benefits. Thus, after consultation with the Tribes, the FJBC, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the BIA now intends to prepare an EA instead of an EIS. A biological assessment prepared in accordance with the Endangered Species Act will accompany the EA. The proposed operations and management of the Project after transfer will be examined in the EA, including Project management control structures, certain operating and maintenance methods or procedures, system rehabilitation, and alternative water delivery regimes. The environmental issues will be substantially the same as those that were to be addressed in the EIS that was originally contemplated. A draft EA will be made available for public comment. Following consideration of public comments on the draft EA, BIA will publish a final EA. Based on the information in the final EA, BIA will either issue a finding of no significant impact (FONSI), or, if the final EA reveals significant environmental impacts, BIA will prepare an EIS. Authority This notice is published in accordance with Council on Environmental Quality regulations (40 CFR parts 1500 through 1508) implementing the procedural requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, as amended (42 U.S.C. 4321 *et seq.* ) and the Department of the Interior Manual (516 DM 1.6) and is within in the exercise of authority delegated to the Assistant Secretary—Indian Affairs by 209 DM 8.l. Dated: September 22, 2006. Michael D. Olsen, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary—Indian Affairs. [FR Doc. E6-16720 Filed 10-10-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310-W7-P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Land Management [AZ-410-06-1220-AL] Emergency Closure of Public Lands: Graham County, AZ AGENCY: Bureau of Land Management, Interior. ACTION: Notice of Emergency Closure. SUMMARY: Notice is hereby given that certain public lands in Graham County, Arizona are temporarily closed to public use. This Closure Order restricts all public use on a year-round basis on public lands administered by the BLM Safford Field Office in the Watson Wash area. This Order is issued under the authority of 43 CFR 8364.1 and affects the following public lands: Gila and Salt River Meridian, Arizona, T. 6 S., R.25 E., Sec. 14, S 1/2 , SW 1/4 : Sec. 15, S 1/2 SE 1/4 ; Sec. 22, E 1/2 NE 1/4 ; Sec. 23, NW 1/4 . The affected lands contain conditions that compromised public health and safety due to illegal activities at the site that included murder, assaults, fights, disorderly conduct, drugs, under-age drinking, weapon offenses, motor vehicle accidents, vandalism, and littering. Public health and safety hazards have increased substantially and are expected to continue to do so unless immediate management action is taken. The restriction prohibiting public entry and use will help to mitigate public health and safety threats. The BLM's immediate removal of an unauthorized hot tub, which was an attractive nuisance, will reduce the area's appeal as a party spot. DATES: This temporary closure will be effective the date this notice is published in the **Federal Register** and will remain in effect until rescinded or modified by the Authorized Officer. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Bill Brandau, Safford Field Manager, BLM, Safford Field Office, 711 14th Avenue, Safford, AZ 85546,

(928)348-4461. *Discussion of the Rules:* Pursuant to 43 CFR 8364.1 the following is prohibited on lands administered by BLM within the Watson Wash Area: 1. Unless otherwise authorized, no person shall enter or remain in the closed area. 2. Persons who are exempt from the restriction include: a. Any Federal, State or local officer or member of an organized firefighting force in the performance of an official duty. b. BLM employees engaged in official duties, and c. Persons specifically authorized by the BLM to enter the restricted area. *Penalties:* Violation of this Order is punishable by a fine of not more than $1,000, and/or imprisonment of not more than 12 months (43 CFR 8364.1(d)). Marlo M. Draper, Acting Safford Field Office Manager. [FR Doc. E6-16698 Filed 10-10-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310-32-P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Land Management [OR-130-1020-PH; GP7-0005] Notice of Public Meeting, Eastern Washington Resource Advisory Council Meeting AGENCY: Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Department of the Interior. ACTION: Notice of Public Meeting. SUMMARY: In accordance with the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 and the Federal Advisory Committee Act of 1972, the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management Eastern Washington Resource Advisory Council will meet as indicated below. DATES: The Eastern Washington Resource Advisory Council will meet Friday, November 3, 2006 at the Spokane District Office, Bureau of Land Management, 1103 North Fancher Road, Spokane Valley, Washington, 99212-1275. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The meeting will start at 8 a.m., adjourn at 4 p.m., and will be open to the public. Topics of discussion will include Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

(FERC)re-licensing of dams, energy development, and rights-of-way corridors. There will be an opportunity for public comment at 3 p.m. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Scott Pavey, Bureau of Land Management, Spokane District Office, 1103 N. Fancher Road, Spokane Valley, Washington, 99212, or call

(509)536-1200. Dated: October 4, 2006. Richard Bailey, Acting District Manager. [FR Doc. E6-16743 Filed 10-10-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310-33-P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Land Management [CO-922-06-1310-FI; COC68518] Notice of Proposed Reinstatement of Terminated Oil and Gas Lease AGENCY: Bureau of Land Management, Interior. ACTION: Notice of proposed reinstatement of terminated oil and gas lease. SUMMARY: Under the provisions of 30 U.S.C. 188(d) and (e), and 43 CFR 3108.2-3(a) and (b)(1), the Bureau of Land Management

(BLM)received a petition for reinstatement of oil and gas lease COC68518 from Gunsmoke Production Company for lands in Rio Blanco County, Colorado. The petition was filed on time and was accompanied by all the rentals due since the date the lease terminated under the law. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Bureau of Land Management, Milada Krasilinec, Land Law Examiner, Branch of Fluid Minerals Adjudication, at 303-239-3767. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The lessee has agreed to the amended lease terms for rentals and royalties at rates of $10.00 per acre or fraction thereof, per year and 16 2/3 percent, respectively. The lessee has paid the required $500 administrative fee and $163 to reimburse the Department for the cost of this **Federal Register** notice. The lessee has met all the requirements for reinstatement of the lease as set out in Section 31(d) and

(e)of the Mineral Lands Leasing Act of 1920 (30 U.S.C. 188), and the Bureau of Land Management is proposing to reinstate lease COC68518 effective July 1, 2006, under the original terms and conditions of the lease and the increased rental and royalty rates cited above. Dated: September 28, 2006. Milada Krasilinec, Land Law Examiner. [FR Doc. E6-16697 Filed 10-10-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310-JB-P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Land Management [CO-922-06-1310-FI; COC68525] Notice of Proposed Reinstatement of Terminated Oil and Gas Lease AGENCY: Bureau of Land Management, Interior. ACTION: Notice of Proposed Reinstatement of Terminated Oil and Gas Lease. SUMMARY: Under the provisions of 30 U.S.C. 188

(d)and (e), and 43 CFR 3108.2-3

(a)and (b)(1), the Bureau of Land Management

(BLM)received a petition for reinstatement of oil and gas lease COC68525 from Gunsmoke Production Company for lands in Rio Blanco County, Colorado. The petition was filed on time and was accompanied by all the rentals due since the date the lease terminated under the law. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Bureau of Land Management, Milada Krasilinec, Land Law Examiner, Branch of Fluid Minerals Adjudication, at 303.239.3767. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The lessee has agreed to the amended lease terms for rentals and royalties at rates of $10.00 per acre or fraction thereof, per year and 16 2/3 percent, respectively. The lessee has paid the required $500 administrative fee and $163 to reimburse the Department for the cost of this **Federal Register** notice. The lessee has met all the requirements for reinstatement of the lease as set out in Section 31

(d)and

(e)of the Mineral Lands Leasing Act of 1920 (30 U.S.C. 188), and the Bureau of Land Management is proposing to reinstate lease COC68525 effective July 1, 2006, under the original terms and conditions of the lease and the increased rental and royalty rates cited above. Dated: September 28, 2006. Milada Krasilinec, Land Law Examiner. [FR Doc. E6-16699 Filed 10-10-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310-JB-P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Land Management [CO-922-06-1310-FI; COC68524] Notice of Proposed Reinstatement of Terminated Oil and Gas Lease AGENCY: Bureau of Land Management, Interior. ACTION: Notice of Proposed Reinstatement of Terminated Oil and Gas Lease. SUMMARY: Under the provisions of 30 U.S.C. 188

(d)and (e), and 43 CFR 3108.2-3

(a)and (b)(1), the Bureau of Land Management

(BLM)received a petition for reinstatement of oil and gas lease COC68524 from Gunsmoke Production Company for lands in Rio Blanco County, Colorado. The petition was filed on time and was accompanied by all the rentals due since the date the lease terminated under the law. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Bureau of Land Management, Milada Krasilinec, Land Law Examiner, Branch of Fluid Minerals Adjudication, at 303.239.3767. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The lessee has agreed to the amended lease terms for rentals and royalties at rates of $10.00 per acre or fraction thereof, per year and 16 2/3 percent, respectively. The lessee has paid the required $500 administrative fee and $163 to reimburse the Department for the cost of this **Federal Register** notice. The lessee has met all the requirements for reinstatement of the lease as set out in Section 31

(d)and

(e)of the Mineral Lands Leasing Act of 1920 (30 U.S.C. 188), and the Bureau of Land Management is proposing to reinstate lease COC68524 effective July 1, 2006, under the original terms and conditions of the lease and the increased rental and royalty rates cited above. Dated: September 28, 2006. Milada Krasilinec, Land Law Examiner. [FR Doc. E6-16701 Filed 10-10-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310-JB-P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Land Management [CO-922-06-1310-FI; COC68523] Notice of Proposed Reinstatement of Terminated Oil and Gas Lease AGENCY: Bureau of Land Management, Interior. ACTION: Notice of Proposed Reinstatement of Terminated Oil and Gas Lease. SUMMARY: Under the provisions of 30 U.S.C. 188(d) and (e), and 43 CFR 3108.2-3(a) and (b)(1), the Bureau of Land Management

(BLM)received a petition for reinstatement of oil and gas lease COC68523 from Gunsmoke Production Company for lands in Rio Blanco County, Colorado. The petition was filed on time and was accompanied by all the rentals due since the date the lease terminated under the law. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Bureau of Land Management, Milada Krasilinec, Land Law Examiner, Branch of Fluid Minerals Adjudication, at 303.239.3767. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The lessee has agreed to the amended lease terms for rentals and royalties at rates of $10.00 per acre or fraction thereof, per year and 16 2/3 percent, respectively. The lessee has paid the required $500 administrative fee and $163 to reimburse the Department for the cost of this **Federal Register** notice. The lessee has met all the requirements for reinstatement of the lease as set out in Section 31(d) and

(e)of the Mineral Lands Leasing Act of 1920 (30 U.S.C. 188), and the Bureau of Land Management is proposing to reinstate lease COC68523 effective July 1, 2006, under the original terms and conditions of the lease and the increased rental and royalty rates cited above. Dated: September 28, 2006. Milada Krasilinec, Land Law Examiner. [FR Doc. E6-16702 Filed 10-10-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310-JB-P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Land Management [CO-922-06-1310-FI; COC68522] Notice of Proposed Reinstatement of Terminated Oil and Gas Lease AGENCY: Bureau of Land Management, Interior. ACTION: Notice of proposed reinstatement of terminated oil and gas lease. SUMMARY: Under the provisions of 30 U.S.C. 188(d) and (e), and 43 CFR 3108.2-3(a) and (b)(1), the Bureau of Land Management

(BLM)received a petition for reinstatement of oil and gas lease COC68522 from Gunsmoke Production Company for lands in Rio Blanco County, Colorado. The petition was filed on time and was accompanied by all the rentals due since the date the lease terminated under the law. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Bureau of Land Management, Milada Krasilinec, Land Law Examiner, Branch of Fluid Minerals Adjudication, at 303-239-3767. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The lessee has agreed to the amended lease terms for rentals and royalties at rates of $10.00 per acre or fraction thereof, per year and 16 2/3 percent, respectively. The lessee has paid the required $500 administrative fee and $163 to reimburse the Department for the cost of this **Federal Register** notice. The lessee has met all the requirements for reinstatement of the lease as set out in Section 31(d) and

(e)of the Mineral Lands Leasing Act of 1920 (30 U.S.C. 188), and the Bureau of Land Management is proposing to reinstate lease COC68522 effective July 1, 2006, under the original terms and conditions of the lease and the increased rental and royalty rates cited above. Dated: September 28, 2006. Milada Krasilinec, Land Law Examiner. [FR Doc. E6-16706 Filed 10-10-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310-JB-P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Land Management [UTU81046] Notice of Proposed Reinstatement of Terminated Oil and Gas Lease, Utah AGENCY: Bureau of Land Management, Interior. ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: In accordance with Title IV of the Federal Oil and Gas Royalty Management Act (Pub. L. 97-451), Petro-Hunt LLC timely filed a petition for reinstatement of oil and gas lease UTU81046 for lands in Sanpete County, Utah, and it was accompanied by all required rentals and royalties accruing from May 1, 2006, the date of termination. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Douglas F. Cook, Chief, Branch of Fluid Minerals at

(801)539-4040. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Lessee has agreed to new lease terms for rentals and royalties at rates of $5 per acre and 16 2/3 percent, respectively. The $500 administrative fee for the lease has been paid and the lessee has reimbursed the Bureau of Land Management for the cost of publishing this notice. Having met all the requirements for reinstatement of the lease as set out in Section 31(d) and

(e)of the Mineral Leasing Act of 1920 (30 U.S.C. 188), the Bureau of Land Management is proposing to reinstate lease UTU81046, effective May 1, 2004, subject to the original terms and conditions of the lease and the increased rental and royalty rates cited above. Douglas F. Cook, Chief, Branch of Fluid Minerals. [FR Doc. E6-16707 Filed 10-10-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310-DQ-P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Land Management [CO-910-06-7122-PN-C002] Notice of Proposed Amended Supplementary Rules for Public Land Administered by the Bureau of Land Management in Colorado Relating to the Unlawful Use of Alcohol by Underage Persons, Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol and/or Drugs, and Firearms and Drug Paraphernalia Use and Possession on Public Land AGENCY: Bureau of Land Management, Interior. ACTION: Proposed amended supplementary rules for public land within the State of Colorado. SUMMARY: The Bureau of Land Management

(BLM)is proposing to amend the supplementary rules established in 2003 (68 FR 1858, January 14, 2003) for the public lands within the State of Colorado. The rules relate to the illegal use of alcohol and drugs on the public lands. The amended supplementary rules are necessary to protect natural resources and the health and safety of public land users. These amended supplementary rules will allow BLM personnel to continue enforcement of existing public land regulations pertaining to alcohol and drug use in a manner consistent with current state laws as contained in the Colorado Revised Statutes. DATES: Comments on the proposed supplementary rules must be received or postmarked by December 11, 2006 to be assured consideration. In developing final supplementary rules, BLM may not consider comments postmarked or delivered in person or by electronic mail after this date. ADDRESSES: You may submit comments by the following methods: *Mail or hand-delivery:* Bureau of Land Management, Colorado State Office, 2850 Youngfield Street, Lakewood, Colorado 80215. *Internet e-mail: http://www.co_proposed_rule@blm.gov* (Include Attn: Dorothy Bensusan in your subject line). *Federal eRulemaking Portal: http://www.regulations.gov.* FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dorothy Bensusan, Bureau of Land Management, 2850 Youngfield Street, Lakewood, Colorado 80215, telephone

(303)239-3893. Persons who use a telecommunications device for the deaf

(TDD)may contact this individual by calling the Federal Information Relay Service

(FIRS)at

(800)877-8339, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: I. Public Comment Procedures II. Background III. Procedural Matters I. Public Comment Procedures Electronic Access and Filing Address You may also comment via the Internet to *http://www.co_proposed_rule@blm.gov.* Please also include your name and return address in your Internet message, and include “attn: Dorothy Bensusan.” You also may comment via the Internet by accessing the Federal eRulemaking Portal at *http://www.regulations.gov* and following the instructions there. Written Comments Written comments on the proposed amended supplementary rules should be specific, confined to issues pertinent to the proposed amendments, and should explain the reason for any recommended change. Where possible, comments should reference the specific section or paragraph of the proposal which the comment is addressing. BLM may not necessarily consider or include in the Administrative Record for the final rule comments that BLM receives after the close of the comment period (see DATES ), unless they are postmarked or electronically dated before the deadline, or comments delivered to an address other than those listed above (see ADDRESSES ). Comments, including names, street addresses, and other contact information of respondents, will be available for public review at 2850 Youngfield Street, Lakewood, CO 80215, during regular business hours (7:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.), Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. Individual respondents may request confidentiality. If you wish to request that BLM consider withholding your name, street address, and other contact information (such as: Internet address FAX or phone number) from public review or from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act, you must state this prominently at the beginning of your comment. BLM will honor requests for confidentiality on a case-by-case basis to the extent allowed by law. BLM will make available for public inspection in their entirety all submissions from organizations or businesses, and from individuals identifying themselves as representatives or officials of organizations or businesses. II. Background The BLM, Colorado, published final supplementary rules in 2003 that prohibited certain activities related to drug and alcohol use on public lands in the state. Since that publication, state legislation has been passed that is more restrictive in several of these areas, and as a result the existing supplemental regulations are no longer in concurrence with state law. These amended supplementary rules will correct this, and further promote consistency between the BLM and other agencies including Colorado Division of Wildlife, Colorado State Parks, Colorado State Patrol, and various County Sheriff Offices where working relationships and partnerships in public land management exist. In keeping with the BLM's performance goal of reducing threats to public health, safety, and property, these amended supplementary rules are necessary to protect natural resources and allow for safe public recreation and public health; to reduce the potential for damage to the environment; and to enhance the safety of visitors and neighboring residents. Alcohol-related offenses are a growing problem on the public lands. Unlawful consumption of alcohol and drugs poses a significant health and safety hazard to all users. Operation of motor vehicles while under the influence of alcohol or drugs can result in the destruction of natural resources and property, and/or serious physical injury or death. Of special concern is the use of firearms by persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or in violation of state law. Vandalism to public land resources as a result of firearm use, and the clear risks to public safety, demonstrate the need for greater regulation of these activities. Possession of drug paraphernalia has frequently been linked to other illegal use of controlled substances, including cultivation, manufacture, or possession for distribution. The BLM, in keeping with the National Drug Control policy, intends to continue efforts towards the reduction of illegal use of controlled substances on public lands. These amended supplementary rules will provide an avenue for consistent application and enforcement of alcohol and drug regulations on public lands, further enhancing public safety by all public land users. III. Procedural Matters Executive Order 12866, Regulatory Planning and Review These proposed amended supplementary rules are not a significant regulatory action and are not subject to review by the Office of Management and Budget under Executive Order 12866. These amended rules will not have an effect of $100 million or more on the economy. They will not adversely affect, in a material way, the economy, productivity, competition, jobs, the environment, public health or safety, or state, local, or Tribal governments or communities. These proposed supplementary rules will not create a serious inconsistency or otherwise interfere with an action taken or planned by another agency. The amended supplementary rules do not alter the budgetary effects of entitlements, grants, user fees, or loan programs or the right or obligations of their recipients; nor do they raise novel legal or policy issues. The amended supplementary rules would merely revise the existing supplementary rules for greater consistency with the Colorado Revised Statutes, as applied to public land management. They prohibit unlawful personal behavior on public lands in order to protect public health and safety, and natural resources. Clarity of the Supplementary Rules Executive Order 12866 requires each agency to write regulations that are simple and easy to understand. We invite your comments on how to make these proposed supplementary rules easier to understand, including answers to questions such as the following:

(1)Are the requirements in the proposed supplementary rules clearly stated?

(2)Do the proposed supplementary rules contain technical language or jargon that interferes with their clarity?

(3)Does the format of the proposed supplementary rules (grouping and order of sections, use of headings, paragraphing, etc.) aid or reduce their clarity?

(4)Would the supplementary rules be easier to understand if they were divided into more (but shorter) sections?

(5)Is the description of the proposed supplementary rules in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section of this preamble helpful to your understanding of the proposed supplementary rules? How could this description be more helpful in making the proposed supplementary rules easier to understand? Please send any comments you have on the clarity of the supplementary rules to the address specified in the ADDRESSES section. National Environmental Policy Act BLM has prepared an environmental assessment

(EA)and has found that the proposed supplementary rules would not constitute a major Federal action significantly affecting the quality of the human environment under section 102(2)(C) of the Environmental Protection Act of 1969 (NEPA), 42 U.S.C. 4332(2)(C). The supplementary rules will enable BLM law enforcement personnel to cite persons for unlawful possession/use of alcohol or drugs on public lands, in order to protect public health, safety, and the environment. BLM has placed the EA and the Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) on file in the BLM Administrative Record at the address specified in the ADDRESSES section. BLM invites the public to review these documents and suggests that anyone wishing to submit comments in response to the EA and FONSI do so in accordance with the Written Comments section, above. Regulatory Flexibility Act Congress enacted the Regulatory Flexibility Act of 1980, as amended, 5 U.S.C. 601-612,

(RFA)to ensure that Government regulations do not unnecessarily or disproportionately burden small entities. The RFA requires a regulatory flexibility analysis if a rule would have a significant economic impact, either detrimental or beneficial, on a substantial number of small entities. The proposed supplementary rules do not pertain specifically to commercial or governmental entities of any size, but contain rules to protect the health and safety of individuals, property, and resources on the public lands. Therefore, BLM has determined under the RFA that these proposed supplementary rules would not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act (SBREFA) These supplementary rules do not constitute a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804(2). Again, the supplementary rules pertain only to individuals who may wish to use alcohol or drugs on the public lands. In this respect, the regulation of such use is necessary to protect the public lands and facilities and those, including small business concessionaires and outfitters, who use them. The supplementary rules have no effect on business, commercial, or industrial use of the public lands. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act These proposed supplementary rules do not impose an unfunded mandate on state, local, or Tribal governments or the private sector of more than $100 million per year; nor do these supplementary rules have a significant or unique effect on state, local, or Tribal governments or the private sector. The supplementary rules do not require anything of state, local, or Tribal governments. Therefore, BLM is not required to prepare a statement containing the information required by the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act (2 U.S.C. 1531 *et seq.* ) Executive Order 12630, Governmental Actions and Interference With Constitutionally Protected Property Rights (Takings) The proposed supplementary rules do not represent a government action capable of interfering with constitutionally protected property rights. The supplementary rules do not address property rights in any form, and do not cause the impairment of anyone's property rights. Therefore, the Department of the Interior has determined that the proposed supplementary rules would not cause a taking of private property or require further discussion of takings implications under this Executive Order. Executive Order 13132, Federalism The proposed supplementary rules will not have a substantial direct effect on the states, on the relationship between the national government and the states, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. The supplementary rules apply in only one state, Colorado, and do not address jurisdictional issues involving the Colorado State government. Therefore, in accordance with Executive Order 13132, BLM has determined that these proposed supplementary rules do not have sufficient Federalism implications to warrant preparation of a Federalism Assessment. Executive Order 12988, Civil Justice Reform Under Executive Order 12988, Colorado State Office of BLM has determined that these proposed supplementary rules would not unduly burden the judicial system and that they meet the requirements of sections 3(a) and 3(b)(2) of the Order. They merely update the existing supplementary rules to conform with changed state laws. Executive Order 13175, Consultation and Coordination With Indian Tribal Governments In accordance with E.O. 13175, we have found that these proposed supplementary rules do not include policies that have Tribal implications. Since the rules do not change BLM policy and do not involve Indian reservation lands or resources, we have determined that the government-to-government relationships should remain unaffected. The supplementary rules only prohibit the illegal use of alcoholic beverages and controlled substances, and regulate the use of firearms, on public lands, in conformance with state law. Executive Order 13211, Actions Concerning Regulations That Significantly Affect Energy Supply, Distribution, or Use These proposed supplementary rules do not comprise a significant energy action. The rules will not have an adverse effect on energy supplies, production, or consumption. They only address use of alcoholic beverages, drugs, and firearms on public lands, and have no conceivable connection with energy policy. Paperwork Reduction Act These proposed supplementary rules do not contain information collection requirements that the Office of Management and Budget must approve under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501 *et seq.* ). Author The principal author of these proposed supplementary rules is State Staff Ranger Dorothy Bensusan, Colorado State Office, Bureau of Land Management. For the reasons stated in the Preamble, and under the authority of 43 CFR 8365.1-6, the Colorado State Director, Bureau of Land Management, proposes supplementary rules for public lands in Colorado, to read as follows: Supplementary Rules on Public Lands in Colorado A. You must not violate any state laws relating to the purchase, possession, use, or consumption of alcohol. B. You must not operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, in violation of any state law. C. You must not possess any drug paraphernalia, in violation of any state law. D. You must not possess or discharge a firearm or explosive device in violation of any state law. E. Penalties. Under section 303(a) of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1733(a) and 43 CFR 8360.0-7), any person who violates any of these supplementary rules on public lands may be tried before a United States Magistrate and fined no more than $1,000 or imprisoned for no more than 12 months, or both. Such violations may also be subject to enhanced fines provided for by 18 U.S.C. 3571. Sally Wisely, Colorado State Director, Bureau of Land Management. [FR Doc. E6-16709 Filed 10-10-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310-JB-P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR National Park Service Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park; Notice of Public Meeting AGENCY: Department of the Interior, National Park Service, Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. ACTION: Notice of meeting. SUMMARY: Notice is hereby given that a meeting of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park Advisory Commission will be held at 9:30 a.m., on Friday, October 20, 2006, at the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park Headquarters, 1850 Dual Highway, Hagerstown, Maryland 21740. DATES: Friday, October 20, 2006. ADDRESSES: Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park Headquarters, 1850 Dual Highway, Hagerstown, Maryland 21740. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kevin Brandt, Superintendent, Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park, 1850 Dual Highway, Suite 100, Hagerstown, Maryland 21740, *telephone:*

(301)714-2201. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Commission was established by Public Law 91-664 to meet and consult with the Secretary of the Interior on general policies and specific matters related to the administration and development of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. The members of the Commission are as follows: Mrs. Sheila Rabb Weidenfeld, Chairperson, Mr. Charles J. Weir, Mr. Barry A. Passett, Mr. Terry W. Hepburn, Ms. JoAnn M. Spevacek, Mrs. Mary E. Woodward, Mrs. Donna Printz, Mrs. Ferial S. Bishop, Ms. Nancy C. Long, Mrs. Jo Reynolds, Dr. James H. Gilford, Brother James Kirkpatrick, Mr. George E. Lewis, Jr., Mr. Charles D. McElrath, Ms. Patricia Schooley, Mr. Jack Reeder. Topics that will be presented during the meeting include: 1. Update on park operations. 2. Update on major construction/development projects. 3. Update on partnership projects. The meeting will be open to the public. Any member of the public may file with the Commission a written statement concerning the matters to be discussed. Persons wishing further information concerning this meeting, or who wish to submit written statements, may contact Kevin Brandt, Superintendent, Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. Minutes of the meeting will be available for public inspection six weeks after the meeting at Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park Headquarters, 1850 Dual Highway, Suite 100, Hagerstown, Maryland 21740. Dated: September 11, 2006. Kevin D. Brandt, Superintendent, Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, National Historical Park. [FR Doc. E6-16740 Filed 10-10-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310-6V-P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR National Park Service Notice of Meeting of Concessions Management Advisory Board AGENCY: National Park Service, Interior. ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (Public Law 92-463, 86 Stat. 770, 5 U.S.C. App 1, Section 10), notice is hereby given that the Concessions Management Advisory Board (the Board) will hold its 16th meeting October 24-25, 2006, at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area in Page, Arizona. The meeting will be held at the Lake Powell Lodge located in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The meeting will convene at 8:30 a.m. each day and will conclude at 4:30 p.m. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Board was established by Title IV, Section 409 of the National Park Omnibus Management Act of 1998, November 13, 1998 (Public Law 105-391). The purpose of the Board is to advise the Secretary and the National Park Service on matters relating to management of concessions in the National Park System. The Board will meet at 8:30 a.m. for the regular business meeting for continued discussions on the following subjects: • Leasehold Surrender Interest Regulations Status. • Service Contract Act issues. • Standards, Evaluations and Rate Approval Project Update. • Concession Contracting Status Update. • Superintendent's Training Project Update. • Electronic Annual Financial Report Project Update. • Concession Data Management System Project Update. The meeting will be open to the public, however, facilities and space for accommodating members of the public are limited, and persons will be accommodated on a first-come-first-served basis. Assistance to Individuals With Disabilities at the Public Meeting The meeting site is accessible to individuals with disabilities. If you plan to attend and will require an auxiliary aid or service to participate in the meeting (e.g., interpreting service, assistive listening device, or materials in an alternate format), notify the contact person listed in this notice at least 2 weeks before the scheduled meeting date, however, we may not be able to make the requested auxiliary aid or service available because of insufficient time to arrange for it. Anyone may file with the Board a written statement concerning matters to be discussed. The Board may also permit attendees to address the Board, but may restrict the length of the presentations, as necessary to allow the Board to complete its agenda within the allotted time. Such requests should be made to the Director, National Park Service, Attention: Manager Concession Program, at least 7 days prior to the meeting. Further information concerning the meeting may be obtained from National Park Service, Concession Program, 1201 Eye Street, NW., Washington, DC 20240, Telephone: 202/513-7151. Draft minutes of the meeting will be available for public inspection approximately 6 weeks after the meeting, at the Concession Program office located at 102 Eye Street, NW., 11th Floor, Washington, DC. Dated: October 2, 2006. Fran P. Mainella, Director, National Park Service. [FR Doc. 06-8590 Filed 10-10-06; 8:45 am]

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