[Federal Register Volume 73, Number 198 (Friday, October 10, 2008)]
[Notices]
[Page 60235]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E8-24132]


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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Forest Service


Opal Creek Scenic Recreation Area (SRA) Advisory Council

AGENCY: Forest Service, USDA.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The Willamette National Forest is seeking nominees for six 
positions on the Opal Creek Advisory Council. The Council was 
originally established in June 2000 with 13 members. About half of the 
current members will remain on the Council to provide continuity for 
new members.
    The Advisory Council makes recommendations to the Detroit District 
Ranger on matters relating to the management of the Opal Creek Scenic 
Recreation Area (SRA).
    The Advisory Council is composed of a diverse group of citizens, 
which allows for sharing of technical knowledge and personal 
experience. Members represent interests including, but not limited to: 
Timber industry; environmental organizations; mining industry; SRA land 
in-holders within the Opal Creek Wilderness and SRA; economic 
development interests; and Indian tribes. Other members serving on the 
Council as required by the Act represent Marion County, communities 
within a 25 mile radius of the SRA, State of Oregon, and City of Salem.
    Positions to be filled are from timber industry, SRA in-holders, 
environmental organizations, mining industry and two at-large members. 
Examples of ``at-large'' members who may be interested in serving on 
this Council include recreation interests, adjacent landowner, 
educators and researchers.
    Nominees must be United States citizens, at least 18 years old. 
Willamette officials will recommend nominees' appointments to the 
Secretary of Agriculture based on criteria which includes long-time 
familiarity with the Opal Creek SRA, knowledge and understanding of 
other cultures, ability to actively participate in diverse team 
settings, and respect and credibility in local communities.
    Nominations are due November 12, 2008. People interested in more 
information or a nomination packet should contact the Detroit Ranger 
District at 503-854-3366. The nomination packet can also be downloaded 
from the Opal Creek Advisory Council section of the Willamette National 
Forest Web site: http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/willamette/manage/opalcreek/advisorycouncil.html.

    Dated: October 6, 2008.
Dallas Emch,
Forest Supervisor.
 [FR Doc. E8-24132 Filed 10-9-08; 8:45 am]
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