Document ID: EPA_FRDOC_0001-12605
Agency: epa
Document Type: Notice
Title: Requests for Nominations: Great Lakes Advisory Board
Posted Date: 2012-06-29T04:00Z

[Federal Register Volume 77, Number 126 (Friday, June 29, 2012)]
[Notices]
[Page 38803]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2012-16056]

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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

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Request for Nominations to the Great Lakes Advisory Board (GLAB)

AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

ACTION: Request for nominations to the Great Lakes Advisory Board 
(GLAB).

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SUMMARY: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking 
nominations from a diverse range of qualified candidates to be 
considered for appointment as members of its Great Lakes Advisory Board 
(GLAB). The GLAB will provide advice and recommendations to the EPA 
Administrator, in her capacity as Chair of the Great Lakes Interagency 
Task Force, on matters pertaining to Great Lakes restoration and 
protection. Vacancies are expected to be filled by September 2012. 
Sources in addition to this Federal Register Notice may be used in the 
solicitation of nominees.

DATES: Nominations must be postmarked by July 30, 2012.

ADDRESSES: Submit nominations electronically with the subject line 
``GLAB Nomination 2012'' to cestaric.rita@epa.gov. You may also submit 
nominations by mail to: Rita Cestaric, Designated Federal Officer, US 
Environmental Protection Agency, Great Lakes National Program Office, 
77 W. Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, Illinois 60604.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Rita Cestaric, Designated Federal 
Officer, US Environmental Protection Agency, 77 W. Jackson, Chicago, IL 
60604; email address: cestaric.rita@epa.gov; telephone number: (312) 
886-6815.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On May 31, 2012, EPA published in the 
Federal Register a notice of intent to establish the GLAB under the 
authority of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), Public Law 92-
463. The GLAB will provide advice and recommendations to the EPA 
Administrator, in her capacity as Chair of the Great Lakes Interagency 
Task Force, on matters pertaining to Great Lakes restoration and 
protection. The GLAB will conduct business in accordance with FACA and 
related regulations.
    The GLAB will be composed of approximately 15 members appointed by 
the EPA Administrator. In selecting members, EPA will consider 
candidates representing or serving as liaison to a broad range of 
interests across the Great Lakes, that may include, but are not limited 
to, environmental groups, business, agricultural groups, youth groups, 
foundations, environmental justice groups, academia and state, local 
and tribal governments. Members will be appointed for two year terms 
and are eligible for reappointment.
    The GLAB will meet approximately two times a year. Additionally, 
members may be asked to participate in teleconference meetings. The 
average workload for members will be approximately 4 to 6 hours per 
month. We are unable to provide honoraria or compensation for service 
on the GLAB. However, you may receive travel and per diem allowances 
where appropriate and according to applicable federal travel 
regulations.
    Nominations: The EPA welcomes and values 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 SUPPLEMENTARY 
INFORMATION section above.
    Other criteria used to evaluate nominees will include:
     The background and experiences that would help members 
contribute to the diversity of perspectives on the GLAB (e.g., 
economic, social, cultural, educational background, professional 
affiliations and other considerations);
     Demonstrated experience with Great Lakes issues;
     Leadership experience in Great Lakes organizations, 
businesses and workgroups;
     Excellent interpersonal and consensus-building skills;
     Ability to volunteer time to attend approximately two in-
person meetings a year, participate in teleconference meetings, attend 
listening sessions with senior-level federal officials, develop policy 
recommendations and prepare reports and letters of advice; 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 the 
GLAB. Individuals may self-nominate. Nominations can be submitted in 
electronic format (preferred) or in hard copy format (see ADDRESSES 
section above). To be considered, 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 phone number;
     Brief statement describing the nominee's interest in 
serving on the GLAB;
     Resume and a short biography (no more than two 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; and
     Letter(s) of recommendation from a third party supporting 
the nomination. Letter(s) should describe how the nominee's experience 
and knowledge will bring value to the work of the GLAB.

    To help the Agency in evaluating the effectiveness of its outreach 
efforts, please tell us how you learned of this opportunity.

    Dated: June 21, 2012.
Susan Hedman,
Great Lakes National Program Manager.
[FR Doc. 2012-16056 Filed 6-28-12; 8:45 am]
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