Environmental statements; notice of intent: Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, NC,

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Federal Register: March 2, 1998 (Volume 63, Number 40)NoticesPage 10241From the Federal Register Online via GPO Access [wais.access.gpo.gov]

DOCID:fr02mr98-99

DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR

National Park Service

Intent To Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for a General Management Plan for Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, North Carolina

AGENCY: National Park Service, Interior.

ACTION: Notice of intent to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for a General Management Plan for Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, North Carolina.

SUMMARY: The park is operating with an outdated 1966 Master Plan that is not consistent with current National Park Service policies. Key management concerns include the identification of general strategies to address the addition of over 300 acres, changes to the purpose and significance of the park, identification of and provision for desirable visitor experiences and facilities, protection of natural and cultural resources, enhancement of relationships with others in the area, the role of archaeological education and the expectation of little or no increases in budget and staff.

The plan will identify a resource-based framework for the park and describe desired future conditions, alternatives, and general strategies, consistent with the park's purpose, significance, and mandates.

The alternatives and general strategies required to achieve desired future conditions will then be assessed for their environmental effects.

DATES: A series of public meetings will be held in surrounding communities in the winter and spring of 1998. Please consult with local newspapers for the times and locations or call the park for this information.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Superintendent, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Route 1, Box 675, Manteo, North Carolina 27954, Telephone: (919) 473-2111.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The National Park Service is beginning this planning process and invites your comments. You may provide your comments in person at the public meetings or by mail to the Superintendent at the above address. Comments by mail should reach the Superintendent by July 1, 1998. Issues for evaluation may be suggested as well as alternatives for addressing the issues. A draft of the plan and environmental impact statement is expected to be available for public review by the winter of 1998/1999. Your input is appreciated.

Dated: February 13, 1998. Daniel W. Brown, Regional Director, Southeast Region.

FR Doc. 98-5283Filed2-27-98; 8:45 amBILLING CODE 4310-70-M

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