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[Federal Register: August 10, 2007 (Volume 72, Number 154)] DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR SUMMARY: Pursuant to applicable provisions of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (REA), 16 U.S.C. 6801 et seq., the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) Barstow Field Office proposes to begin collecting fees in fiscal year 2008 at the El Mirage Cooperative Management Area in San Bernardino County, California. (SBBM, T.7N., R.7W., Sec. 11 through 14, 22 through 28, 33 through 36, SBBM, T.7N., R.6W., Sec. 18 through 24, 26 through 34, SBBM, T.6N., R.7W., Sec. 1 through 4, 12, SBBM, T.6N., R.6W., Sec. 4 through 9). DATES: The public is encouraged to participate during the public comment period that will expire 30 days after publication of this notice in the Federal Register. Effective six months after the publication of this notice, the BLM's Barstow Field Office would initiate fee collection in the El Mirage Cooperative Management Area, unless the BLM publishes a Federal Register notice to the contrary. The Pacific Southwest Region Recreation Resource Advisory Committee (RRAC) will review the new fee well in advance of the proposed initiation date. Future adjustments in the fee amount will be modified in accordance with the BLM Barstow Field Office Business Plan, consultation with the Pacific Southwest Region RRAC, and other public notices prior to a fee increase. ADDRESSES: Mail: Field Manager, Bureau of Land Management, Barstow Field Office, 2601 Barstow Road, Barstow, CA 92311. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Roxie C. Trost, Field Manager, Barstow Field Office, 2601 Barstow Road, Barstow, CA 92311. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The El Mirage Cooperative Management Area qualifies as a site wherein visitors can be charged a "Special Recreation Permit Fee" authorized under section 3(h) of the Federal Lands Recreation and Enhancement Act (REA), 16 U.S.C. 6801 et seq. In accordance with REA, and implementing regulations at 43 CFR Part 2930, visitors participating in OHV use (e.g., 4-wheel drive vehicles, ATVs, motorcycles, quads, wind sails), would purchase a Special Recreation Permit (SRP) to operate their vehicle within the cooperative use area. The operators of each primary entry vehicle operating within the recreation area would be required to purchase and display the permit. Permits would expire on September 30 following issuance, regardless of when the permit was purchased. An opportunity to purchase an individual SRP pass either for the day or for a 7-day period would be available onsite to facilitate less frequent users. The BLM provides individual special recreation permits for management of special areas as specified in 43 CFR 2932.11. and in REA under section 3(h). The America the Beautiful--The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass (i.e., the Interagency Annual Pass, Interagency Senior Pass, Interagency Access Pass, and Interagency Volunteer Pass) would not be honored and do not apply to the SRP fee. The National Parks Pass with Golden Eagle Hologram, Golden Eagle, Golden Age, and Golden Access Passports would also not be honored and do not apply to the SRP fee. The El Mirage Cooperative Management Area is a popular off-highway vehicle recreation area offering significant opportunities for outdoor recreation and has received substantial Federal investment. The BLM's commitment is to find the proper balance between public use and the protection of resources. The BLM's policy is to collect fees at all specialized recreation sites, or where the BLM at Federal expense provides facilities, equipment or services in connection with outdoor use. In an effort to meet increasing demands for services and maintenance of existing facilities, routes and trails, the BLM would implement a fee program for the El Mirage Cooperative Management Area. The BLM's mission for the El Mirage Cooperative Management Fee Collection Project (Project) is to ensure that funding is available to maintain existing facilities and recreational opportunities, to provide for law enforcement presence, to develop additional services, and to protect resources. This mission entails communication with those who will be most directly affected by the Project, including recreationists, other recreation providers, neighbors, and those who will have a stake in solving concerns that may arise throughout the life of the Project, such as elected officials and other agencies. Authority: 16 U.S.C. 6803(b); 43 CFR 2932.13. Roxie C. Trost, Field Manager, Barstow Field Office. |
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