[Federal Register Volume 77, Number 4 (Friday, January 6, 2012)]
[Notices]
[Pages 793-794]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2012-57]


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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

[FRL-9616-3]


National Environmental Justice Advisory Council; Request for 
Nominations

AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

ACTION: Notice.

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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, crosscutting issues related to environmental justice. 
This notice solicits nominations to fill eight (8) new vacancies 
through June 15, 2015. To maintain the representation outlined by the 
charter, nominees will be selected to represent: Academia (1 vacancy); 
Business and industry (two vacancies); grassroots Community-based 
organizations (1 vacancy); Non-governmental/environmental organizations 
(1 vacancy); State and local government agencies (two vacancies); and 
Tribal governments (1 vacancy). Vacancies are anticipated to be filled 
by May 2012. Sources in addition to this Federal Register notice also 
may be utilized in the solicitation of nominees.

DATES: Nominations should be submitted in time to arrive no later than 
January 25, 2012.

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ADDRESSES: Submit nominations electronically with the subject line 
NEJAC Membership 2012 to [email protected]. You also may submit 
nominations by mail to: Victoria J. Robinson, NEJAC Designated Federal 
Officer, 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: Victoria J. Robinson, Designated 
Federal Officer for the NEJAC, U.S. EPA; telephone (202) 564-6349; 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 25 members (including a Chairperson) 
appointed by EPA's Administrator. Members serve as non-Federal 
stakeholders representing: Three (3) from academia, three (3) from 
business and industry; six (6) 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 three (3)-year 
terms with the possibility of reappointment to a second 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 
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, public health and health disparities, land 
use and sustainable development, green jobs and economic initiatives, 
energy, and environmental financing.
    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;
     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 may self-nominate. Nominations can be 
submitted in electronic format (preferred) following the template 
available at http://epa.gov/environmentaljustice/nejac/index.html#Membership. 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.
     R[eacute]sum[eacute] 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.
     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 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: December 29, 2011.
Victoria J. Robinson,
Designated Federal Officer, NEJAC.
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