National Environmental Justice Advisory Council; Notification of Request for Nominations to the National Environmental Justice Advisory Council
Federal Register, Volume 83 Issue 38 (Monday, February 26, 2018)
Federal Register Volume 83, Number 38 (Monday, February 26, 2018)
Notices
Pages 8261-8262
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov
FR Doc No: 2018-03844
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
FRL-9974-38-OECA
National Environmental Justice Advisory Council; Notification of Request for Nominations to the National Environmental Justice Advisory Council
AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
ACTION: Request for nominations to the National Environmental Justice Advisory Council (NEJAC).
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SUMMARY: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) invites nominations from a diverse range of qualified candidates to be considered for appointment to its National Environmental Justice Advisory Council (NEJAC). The NEJAC was chartered to provide advice regarding broad, cross-cutting issues related to environmental justice. This notice solicits nominations to fill approximately four (4) new vacancies for terms through September, 2019. To maintain the representation outlined by the charter, nominees will be selected to represent: academia (2 vacancies); business and industry (1 vacancy); and state and local government (1 vacancy). Vacancies are anticipated to be filled by September 2018. Sources in addition to this Federal Register Notice will be utilized in the solicitation of nominees.
DATES: Nominations should be submitted in time to arrive no later than Friday, April 13, 2018.
ADDRESS: Submit nominations electronically with the subject line NEJAC Membership 2018 to email protected. You also may submit nominations by mail to: Karen L. Martin, NEJAC Program Manager, Office of Environmental Justice, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW (MC 2201A), Washington, DC 20460. Non-electronic submissions must follow the same format and contain the same information. The Office of Environmental Justice will acknowledge receipt of nominations.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Karen L. Martin, NEJAC Program Manager, U.S. EPA; email: email protected; telephone: (202) 564-
0203; or by fax: (202) 564-1624.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The NEJAC is a federal advisory committee chartered under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), Public Law 92-463. EPA established the NEJAC in 1993 to provide independent consensus advice to the EPA Administrator about a broad range of environmental issues related to environmental justice. The NEJAC conducts business in accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) (5 U.S.C. App. 2) and related regulations.
The Council consists of 30 members (including a Chairperson and two Vice-Chairpersons) appointed by EPA's Administrator. Members serve as non-federal stakeholders representing: Six (6) from academia, four (4) from business and industry; seven (7) from community based organizations; six (6) from non-governmental/environmental organizations; four (4) from state and local governments; and three (3) from tribal governments and indigenous organizations, of which one member serves as a liaison to the National Tribal Caucus. Members are appointed for one (1), two (2) or three (3)-year terms with the possibility of reappointment for another term.
The NEJAC usually meets face-to-face twice a year, generally in the Spring and the Fall. Additionally, members may be asked to participate in teleconference meetings or serve on work groups to develop recommendations, advice letters, and reports to address specific policy issues. The average workload for members is approximately 5 to 8 hours per month. EPA provides reimbursement for travel and other incidental expenses associated with official government business.
Nominations: Any interested person and/or organization may nominate qualified individuals for membership. The EPA values and welcomes
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diversity. In an effort to obtain nominations of diverse candidates, the Agency encourages nominations of women and men of all racial and ethnic groups. All nominations will be fully considered, but applicants need to be aware of the specific representation sought as outlined in the Summary above. In addition, EPA is seeking nominees with knowledge in community sustainability, environmental financing, public health and health disparities, solid and hazardous waste, land use and equitable development, environmental sociology and social science. Other criteria used to evaluate nominees will include:
The background and experience that would help members contribute to the diversity of perspectives on the committee (e.g., geographic, economic, social, cultural, educational background, professional affiliations, and other considerations;
demonstrated experience with environmental justice and community sustainability issues at the national, state, or local level;
excellent interpersonal and consensus-building skills;
ability to volunteer time to attend meetings 2-3 times a year, participate in teleconference meetings, attend listening sessions with the Administrator or other senior-level officials, develop policy recommendations to the Administrator, and prepare reports and advice letters; and
willingness to commit time to the committee and demonstrated ability to work constructively and effectively on committees.
How To Submit Nominations: Any interested person or organization may nominate qualified persons to be considered for appointment to this advisory committee. Individuals are encouraged to self-nominate. Nominations can be submitted in electronic format (preferred) following the template available at https://www.epa.gov/environmentaljustice/nominations-nejac. To be considered, all nominations should include:
Current contact information for the nominee, including the nominee's name, organization (and position within that organization), current business address, email address, and daytime telephone number.
Brief Statement describing the nominees interest in serving on the NEJAC.
Reacutesumeacute and a short biography (no more than 2 paragraphs) describing the professional and educational qualifications of the nominee, including a list of relevant activities, and any current or previous service on advisory committees.
Letters of recommendation from a third party supporting the nomination. Letters should describe how the nominee's experience and knowledge will bring value to the work of the NEJAC.
Other sources, in addition to this Federal Register notice, may also be utilized in the solicitation of nominees. To help the EPA in evaluating the effectiveness of its outreach efforts, please tell us how you learned of this opportunity.
Dated: February 2, 2018.
Matthew Tejada,
Designated Federal Officer, National Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
FR Doc. 2018-03844 Filed 2-23-18; 8:45 am
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