[Federal Register: January 7, 2002 (Volume 67, Number 4)]
[Notices]
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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Fish and Wildlife Service
Information Collection To Be Submitted to the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) for Approval Under the Paperwork Reduction
Act (PRA)
AGENCY: Fish and Wildlife Service, Interior.
ACTION: Information collection change approval--Boating Infrastructure
Grant Program Survey.
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SUMMARY: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) submitted the
collection of information requirement described below to the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) for approval under the provisions of the
Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA). A copy of this information collection is
included in this notice. You may obtain additional copies of the
collection requirement, related survey and explanatory material by
contacting the Service's Information Collection Clearance Officer at
the phone number listed below.
DATES: Consideration will be given to all comments received on or
before February 6, 2002. OMB has up to 60 days to approve or disapprove
information collections but may respond after 30 days.
ADDRESSES: Interested parties should send comments and suggestions on
the requirement to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs,
Office of Management and Budget, Attn: Interior Desk Officer (1018-
0106), New Executive Office Building, 725 17th Street, NW., Washington,
DC 20503 and they should send a copy of the comments to: Rebecca A.
Mullin, Information Collection Clearance Officer, U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 222, Arlington, VA
22203, (703) 358-2278 or Rebecca_Mullin@fws.gov E-mail.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Michael Vandeford, (703) 358-2033, fax
(703) 358-1837, or Michael_Vanderford@fws.gov E-mail.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: General: Comments regarding this survey were
received as a result of the survey being published in the Federal
Register, Volume 65, Number 206, pages 63606-63617, October 24, 2000.
We received 54 comments from 3 respondents. Most comments pertained to
minor textual changes to improve clarity, while others addressed
specific questions, use of survey data, and implementation of the
survey. Comments regarding textual changes were used in revising the
survey to the extent possible.
Written Comments:
Issue 1: One response suggested that Part A, question 12 and Part
B, question 9 fail to address interstate boating facility needs.
Response: The survey instrument is designed to allow States to
assess their boating access needs. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
will use the results of the State surveys to create a comprehensive
national boating access needs assessment to address interstate access
needs.
Issue 2: We received one comment suggesting that Part A, question
18 requesting subjective comments pertaining to recreational boating
was too broad and should be limited to transient boating facilities.
Similar comments were made regarding Part B, question 13; Part C,
question 12; and Part D, question 23.
Response: Reducing subjective comments to only those concerning
transient facilities is too limiting. However, we do agree that
subjective comments must remain focused on facility issues. In response
to this comment, we added the word ``facilities'' after ``recreational
boating'' in the questions.
Issue 3: Two comments identified faulty numbering of questions in
the survey instrument.
Response: We revised the numbering of the questions in all Parts of
the survey.
Issue 4: One respondent suggested an answer for Part B, question 10
be revised to include portable toilet dump
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stations instead of waste pumpouts due to the frequent use of portable
toilets by operators of boats under 26 feet in length.
Response: We agree in part with this comment and revised the
available answer in Part A, question 13 and Part B, question 10 to read
as follows, ``pumpout/portable toilet dump stations.'' Similar changes
were also made to Part C and Part D.
Issue 5: A comment regarding Part B, question 11 suggested the
answers be revised to include launch lanes and parking areas as these
are facilities desired by operators of trailerable boats. A similar
comment was made regarding Part C, question 16.
Response: Part B, question 10 specifically addresses the
satisfaction levels of boaters regarding launch ramps and parking
areas. Part C, question 16 specifically addresses parking areas,
restrooms, and launch areas. No changes were made in response to these
comments.
Issue 6: Two comments suggested the respondent identifying question
in Part C be revised to clearly distinguish between public and private
facilities.
Response: We agree and revised the answer set to clearly identify
public and private providers.
Issue 7: A comment suggested revising Part C, question 4 to focus
on transient slips.
Response: We disagree as the survey was designed to assess the
needs for all recreational boating facilities. We did not change Part
C, question 4 in response to this comment.
Issue 8: One respondent was unclear about which questions in Part A
refer to boats greater than or equal to 26 feet in length. The same
comment was made regarding Parts B, C, and D.
Response: We agree and revised instructions in each Part for
clarification.
Issue 9: A respondent suggested adding logistical instructions to
Part A questions 1-3, Part B questions 1-3, and Part C question 1
informing respondents how to return completed surveys to the
appropriate location.
Response: Each State agency administering the survey is responsible
for providing logistical instructions to ensure the proper return of
completed surveys. However, in response to this comment, we added
instructions directing the respondents to return completed surveys.
Issue 10: One respondent suggested altering the available answers
in Part A, question 5 and Part B, question 5 to clarify where the
vessels are kept during the boating season.
Response: We agree and changed the answer sets in each question to
clearly identify that the general location is the desired response.
Issue 11: One comment suggested that the words ``transient tie-up
facilities'' in Part A, question 11 are jargon and require definition.
Response: The meaning of ``transient tie-up facilities'' is defined
in the Boating Infrastructure Grant Program final rule which appeared
in the Federal Register on January 18, 2001, Volume 66, Number 12,
pages 5282-5294. No change was made in response to this comment.
Issue 12: One comment suggested Part C and Part D would be easier
to complete if respondents were able to focus on answering questions
pertaining to each facility managed, as opposed to answering questions
for all facilities before continuing to the next question.
Response: During the revision of this survey, developers discussed
this option. In order to keep the survey as short as possible, the
current format was selected with the understanding that States
administering the survey have substantial flexibility regarding
presentation of the survey to potential respondents. No change was made
in response to this comment.
Title: Boating Infrastructure Grant Program Survey.
OMB Control Number: 1018-0106 expires 3/31/2003. The Service may
not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to a
collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB
control number.
Service Form Number: 3-2187.
Frequency of Collection: One-time.
Description and Use: The Service administers the Boating
Infrastructure Grant Program authorized by the Federal Aid in Sport
Fish Restoration Act. Under the Act, as amended, the Service is
responsible for development of a survey to assess the needs for
facilities for recreational boaters. This survey was previously
approved under the referenced OMB control number. This request is for
approval of changes to the previously approved survey instrument. These
changes include dropping certain questions, rewording others for
clarity, and reformatting the questionnaire, making it easier to
understand and use. These changes reduced the hourly burden on
respondents by 20,277 hours. Changes are discussed in detail in this
notice under Supplementary Information.
Additional Information: The Service submitted the following
information collection requirement to OMB for review and approval under
the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104-13. Comments are
invited on (1) whether the collection of information is necessary for
the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including
whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy
of the agency's estimates of burden of the collection of information;
(3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the
information to be collected; and, (4) ways to minimize the burden of
collection of information on respondents, including through the use of
appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological
collection techniques or other forms of information technology.
Description of Respondents: Boaters and/or boating access providers
in the States, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the District of
Columbia, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, the
Virgin Islands, and American Samoa.
Completion Time and Response Estimate:
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Average time
Number of required per Annual burden
Type of information interviews* response hours
(minutes)
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Boat owners: Part A............................................. 11,200 12 2,240
Boat owners: Part B............................................. 28,000 12 5,600
Boating access providers: Part C................................ 8,400 20 2,800
Boating access providers: Part D................................ 4,000 20 1,333
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Total....................................................... .............. .............. 11,973
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* These numbers are not additive since some of the boaters will fill out both Parts A and B, and most of the
providers will fill out both Parts C and D.
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The gathering of information from applicants to assess recreational
boating facility needs is authorized under the Federal Aid in Sport
Fish Restoration Act (16 U.S.C. 777-777k). Information from this survey
will be used to assess the needs for recreational boating facilities.
Your participation in completing this form is not required to obtain
benefits under the Boating Infrastructure Grant Program. Once
submitted, this survey becomes public information and is not protected
under the Privacy Act. The public reporting burden for this survey is
estimated at 10 to 25 minutes per response, including time for
gathering information and completing. Direct comments to the Service
Information Collection Clearance Officer, (1018-0106), U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service, MS 222-ARLSQ; 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, D.C.
20240.
An agency may not conduct and a person is not required to complete
a collection of information unless a currently valid OMB control number
is displayed.
Dated: January 2, 2002.
Rebecca Mullin,
Information Collection Clearance Officer.
BOATING INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM NATIONAL FRAMEWORK
PART A: RECREATIONAL BOATING NEEDS ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE FOR
BOATERS WITH BOATS 26 FEET OR MORE IN LENGTH
Please answer the following questions about your boating activities
in [name of State]. [Add comment about confidentiality if applicable
under state law]
1. Do you own a boat 26 feet or more in length?
{time} Yes. {time} No. You need not complete this questionnaire.
[If this is a mail survey, please stop and return the survey]
2. Have you boated in [name of State] within the past 2 years?
{time} Yes. {time} No. You need not complete this questionnaire.
[If this is a mail survey, please stop and return the survey]
3. Do you boat mainly for recreation (NOT for work)?
{time} Yes. {time} No. You need not complete this questionnaire.
[If this is a mail survey, please stop and return the survey]
4. What type of boat or boats do you own? (Please check all that apply)
{time} Cabin cruiser (gasoline) {time} Cabin cruiser (diesel)
{time} Sailboat
Houseboat/pontoon boat {time} Open motor boat {time} Trawler
{time} Other (please specify)____
FOR QUESTIONS 5-9 PLEASE REFER TO THE BOAT OVER 26 FEET IN LENGTH THAT
YOU USE THE MOST
5. Where do you usually keep this boat during the boating season?
(Please check the one that MOST applies. If you keep your boat in a
location other than your home please name the specific site)
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{time} At waterfront property, which State________________________
is your permanent residence.
{time} At waterfront property, which State________________________
is your seasonal residence.
{time} On the water at a public or State/City/
private marina. town:________________________
Site
name:________________________
{time} At a `dry-stack' marina or State/City/
other storage facility. town:________________________
Site
name:________________________
{time} Other State/City/
(specify)________________________. town:________________________
Site
name:________________________
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6. How many days a year do you use this boat to go boating in [name of
state]? (Please check the one that MOST applies.)
{time} 1 to 10 days a year
{time} 11 to 20 days a year
{time} 21 to 50 days a year
{time} More than 50 days a year
7. How long is typical boating trip for you in [name of state]? (Please
check the one that MOST applies.)
{time} Day trip or weekend
{time} Extended trip longer than one weekend
8. Where do you go in this boat? (Please check the one that MOST
applies.)
{time} One the water body in which it is kept
{time} Connected waters up to 25 miles from `home port'
{time} Connected waters 26 to 50 miles from `home port'
{time} To destinations over 50 miles
9. What is the average distance that you travel in your boat on a day
of boating in [name of state]?
{time} ____________________miles.
10. Do you think there are enough transient tie-up facilities in [name
of State]? (Please rate on a scale of 1 to 5.)
Yes, more than Yes, there are too
No, need a lot more No, need a few more The right amount enough many
1 2 3 4 5
11. Please identify 3 areas in [name of State] where you see the
greatest need for more transient tie-up facilities. (Please be as
specific as possible and name the country and city or town, and the
area name or location.)
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Area name and/or location (such
Site name County and city or town as lake, slough, bay, harbor,
section of river or other)
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Area #1
Area #2
Area #3
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12. Thinking about the boating area(s) you just mentioned in Question
#11, what kinds of features do you think are needed at each? (Please
check all that apply.)
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Area #1 Area #2 Area #3
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Transient slips or tie-up facilities................ {time} {time} {time}
Transient moorings.................................. {time} {time} {time}
Fuel (gasoline)..................................... {time} {time} {time}
Fuel (diesel)....................................... {time} {time} {time}
Utilities (electric, water, phone).................. {time} {time} {time}
Restrooms........................................... {time} {time} {time}
Sewage pumpout/portable toilet dump stations........ {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)
Other (specify)
Other (specify)
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13. Why don't you boat more often in [name of State]? Please rate how
the following factors may impact your decision NOT to boat in [name of
State] more frequently. (Please check one for each factor listed.)
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No impact Low impact Medium impact High impact Does not apply
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Too few transient slips, moorings, or tie-up facilities............ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Inaccessibility due to shallow water/channel depths................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Lack of information about transient tie-up facility locations...... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Inadequate facilities (fuel, utilities, restrooms)................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Congested waterways (boats traffic)................................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Poor water quality for fishing..................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Poor water quality for swimming.................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify).................................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify).................................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify).................................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
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14. How do you reach the shoreline from your boat? (Please check ALL
that apply.)
{time} Via shore slip or other transient tie-up facility
{time} Via a dinghy from a moored or anchored position
{time} Pulling onto shore or close to shore
{time} Other ________________________
15. If you checked MORE THAN ONE option in Question #14 above, which do
you prefer? (Please check the one that you MOST prefer.)
{time} Via shore-side slip or other transient tie-up facility
{time} Via a dinghy from a moored or anchored position
{time} Pulling onto shore or close to shore
{time} Other ________________________
16. What is the minimum water depth in feet required for safe operation
of the boat you use the most?
{time} ____________________ feet.
17. Please use the space below to make any other comments or
suggestions about recreational boating facilities in your State.
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In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C.
3501) and the Privacy Act of 1974 (U.S.C. 552), please be advised that:
The gathering of information from applicants to assess recreational
boating facility needs is authorized under the Federal Aid in Sport
Fish Restoration Act (16 U.S.C. 777-777k). Information from this survey
will be used to assess the needs for recreational boating facilities.
Your participation in completing this form is not required to obtain
benefits under the Boating Infrastructure Grant Program. Once
submitted, this survey becomes public information and is not protected
under the Privacy Act. The public reporting burden for this survey is
estimated at 10 to 25 minutes per response, including time for
gathering information and completing. Direct comments to the Service
Information Collection Clearance Officer, (1018-0106), U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service, MS 222-ARLSQ; 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC
20240.
An agency may not conduct and a person is not required to complete
a collection of information unless a currently valid OMB control number
is displayed.
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PART B: BOATING NEEDS ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE FOR BOATERS WITH
BOATS UNDER 26 FEET IN LENGTH
Please answer the following questions about your boating activities
in [name of State]. [Add comment about confidentiality if applicable
under state law]
1. Do you own a boat under 26 feet in length?
{time} Yes. {time} No. You need not complete this questionnaire.
[If this is mail survey, please stop and return the survey]
2. Have you boated in [name of State] within the past 2 years?
{time} Yes. {time} No. You need not complete this questionnaire.
[If this is a mail survey, please stop and return the survey]
3. Do you boat mainly for recreation (NOT for work)?
{time} Yes. {time} No. You need not complete this questionnaire.
[If this is a mail survey, please stop and return the survey]
4. What type of boat or boats do you own? (Please check all that
apply.)
{time} Cabin cruiser (gasoline)
{time} Cabin cruiser (diesel)
{time} Houseboat/pontoon boat
{time} Sailboat
{time} Bass boat/jon boat
{time} Open motor boat
{time} Personal water craft
{time} Jet drive boat
{time} Unpowered rowboat
{time} Canoe/kayak
{time} Sailboard
{time} Inflatable boat/raft
{time} Other (please specify) ____________________
FOR QUESTIONS 5-7 PLEASE REFER TO THE BOAT UNDER 26 FEET IN LENGTH THAT
YOU USE THE MOST
5. Where do you usually keep this boat during the boating season?
(Please check the one that MOST applies. If you keep your boat in a
location other than your home, please name the specific site.)
{time} Public or private marina
{time} At home on a trailer
{time} In a rented dry storage area (that is not a marina)
{time} Waterfront property that you own, rent, or lease
{time} Other ________________________
6. How do you put your boat in the water in [name of State]?
{time} I use a trailer {time} I carry it down to the water
7. How many miles (one way) do you typically transport the boat over
land to go boating in [name of State]?
{time} ____________________
8. Please identify 3 [name of State] areas where you see the greatest
need for more boat access sites. (Please be as specific as possible and
name the county and city or town, and the area name or location).
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Area name and/or location (such
Area County and city or town as lake, slough, bay, harbor,
section of river or other)
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Area #1
Area #2
Area #3
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9. Thinking about the boating area(s) you just mentioned in Question
#8, what kinds of support features do you think are needed at each?
(Please check all that apply.)
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Area #1 Area #2 Area #3
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Carry-down walkway to the water's edge.............. {time} {time} {time}
Boarding floats..................................... {time} {time} {time}
Launch ramp......................................... {time} {time} {time}
Parking............................................. {time} {time} {time}
Sewage pumpout/portable toilet dump stations........ {time} {time} {time}
Restrooms/showers................................... {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)
Other (specify)
Other (specify)
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10. Please rate how the following factors may impact your decision NOT
to boat in [name of State] more frequently. (Please check one for each
factor listed.)
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No impact Low impact Medium impact High impact Does not apply
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Too few boat access sites.......................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
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Lack of information about access site locations.................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Inadequate facilities (fuel, utilities, restrooms)................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Congested waterways (boat traffic)................................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Poor water quality for fishing..................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Poor water quality for swimming.................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify).................................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify).................................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify).................................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
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11. Do you think there are enough boat access sites in [state name]?
(Please rate on a scale of 1 to 5.)
Yes, more than Yes, there are too
No, need a lot more No, need a few more The right amount enough many
1 2 3 4 5
12. Please use the space below to make any other comments or
suggestions about recreational boating facilities in your State.
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In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C.
350 1) and the Privacy Act of 1974 (U.S.C. 552), please be advised
that:
The gathering of information from applicants to assess recreational
boating facility needs is authorized under the Federal Aid in Sport
Fish Restoration Act (16 U.S.C. 777-777k). Information from this survey
will be used to assess the needs for recreational boating facilities.
Your participation in completing this form is not required to obtain
benefits under the Boating Infrastructure Grant Program. Once
submitted, this survey becomes public information and is not protected
under the privacy Act. The public reporting burden for this survey is
estimated at 10 to 25 minutes per response, including time for
gathering information and completing. Direct comments to the Service
Information Collection Clearance Officer, (1018-0106), U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service, MS 222-ARLSQ; 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, D.C.
20240.
An agency may not conduct and a person is not required to complete
a collection of information unless a currently valid OMB control number
is displayed.
PART C
If you operate a marina or other tie-up facility in [name of State]
that serves boats 26 feet or more in length, please answer the
following questions. If you do not operate facilities for boats 26 feet
or more in length but do operate an access site that services
trailerable or car top boats under 26 feet in length, please go to Part
D below.
IF YOU OPERATE MORE THAN 5 FACILITIES PLEASE ESTIMATE RESPONSES FOR
ALL YOUR FACILITIES COMBINED. PLACE ANSWERS UNDER FACILITY #1.
RECREATIONAL BOATING NEEDS ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE FOR PROVIDERS
Please answer the following questions about your boating facility
or access site in [name of State]. [Add comment about confidentiality
if applicable under state law]
1. Are you a public or private boating facilities provider in [name of
State]?
{time} Private provider available to the public (Non-government
agency)
{time} Private provider unavailable to the public (You need not
complete this questionnaire. If this is a mail survey, please stop and
return the survey)
{time} Public provider (Government agency--includes private leases on
public land)
{time} Neither (You need not complete this questionnaire. If this is a
mail survey, please stop and return the survey)
2. How many boating facilities for boats over 26 feet do you operate in
[name of State]?
{time} ____________________facility(ies)
3. Please list the boating facility or facilities in [name of State]
that you operate or manage for boats 26 feet or more in length.
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Name of facility Area (Lake, cove,
(marina, courtesy County/city or town slough, bay, harbor Latitude (longitude
dock, etc) or section of river) or GPS
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Facility #1:
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Facility #2:
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Facility #3:
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Facility #4:
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Facility #5:
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4. For each facility listed in Question #3, indicate the requirements
for boater use. (Check all that apply. List facilities in same order as
Question #3.)
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None (first come Club membership Reservations
first served) required required Fee charged
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Facility #1..................... {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #2..................... {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #3..................... {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #4..................... {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #5..................... {time} {time} {time} {time}
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5. For each facility listed in Question #3, estimate the number of
transient tie-up slips, permanent tie-up slips, transient moorings and
permanent moorings. (List facilities in same order as Question #3.)
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Number of transient Number of permanent Number of transient Number of permanent
slips/tie-ups slips/tie-ups moorings moorings
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Facility #1: ..................... ..................... ..................... ....................
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Facility #2: ..................... ..................... ..................... ....................
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Facility #3: ..................... ..................... ..................... ....................
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Facility #4: ..................... ..................... ..................... ....................
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Facility #5: ..................... ..................... ..................... ....................
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6. For each facility listed in Question #3, identify the types of
support features available at the facilities. (Check all that apply.
List facilities in same order as Question #3.)
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Sewage pumpout/
Gas fuel Diesel fuel Restrooms dump stations Electricity Water Telephones
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Facility #1...................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #2...................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #3...................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #4...................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #5...................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
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7. For each facility that you listed in Question #3, what repairs,
replacements, expansions, or additions do you think are needed or you
would do if you could? (Check all that apply. List facilities in same
order as Question #3.)
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Facility #1 None Repair Replace Expand Add Does not apply
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Transient slips or tie-ups........................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Transient moorings................................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Gasoline facilities............................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Diesel fuel facilities............................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Restrooms......................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Pumpout/dump stations............................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Electricity....................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Water............................................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Telephone......................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Oil disposal...................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
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Facility #2 None Repair Replace Expand Add Does not apply
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Transient slips or tie-ups........................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Transient moorings................................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Gasoline facilities............................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Diesel fuel facilities............................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Restrooms......................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Pumpout/dump stations............................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Electricity....................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Water............................................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Telephone......................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Oil disposal...................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
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Other (specify)................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
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Facility #3 None Repair Replace Expand Add Does not apply
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Transient slips or tie-ups........................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Transient moorings................................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Gasoline facilities............................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Diesel fuel facilities............................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Restrooms......................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Pumpout/dump stations............................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Electricity....................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Water............................................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Telephone......................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Oil disposal...................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
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Facility #4 None Repair Replace Expand Add Does not apply
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Transient slips or tie-ups........................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Transient moorings................................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Gasoline facilities............................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Diesel fuel facilities............................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Restrooms......................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Pumpout/dump stations............................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Electricity....................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Water............................................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Telephone......................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Oil disposal...................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
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Facility #5 None Repair Replace Expand Add Does not apply
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Transient slips or tie-ups........................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Transient moorings................................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Gasoline facilities............................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Diesel fuel facilities............................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Restrooms......................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Pumpout/dump stations............................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Electricity....................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Water............................................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Telephone......................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Oil disposal...................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
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8. For all of your facilities combined in [name of State], please
identify how boaters know about your facilities. (Check all that
apply).
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State Chamber of World wide web/
Paid advertising publications commerce Internet Other (specify) Other (specify)
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{time} {time} {time} {time}
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9. Below is a list of reasons why boaters may use the facilities you
listed in Question #3. Why do you think the public uses each facility?
(Check all that apply for each facility. List facilities in same order
as Question #3.
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Good support
Close to services
population Good boating (slips, fuel, Reasonable cost Swimming Fishing Other
centers waters restrooms, opportunities opportunities (specify)
pumpouts, etc.)
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Facility #1...................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #2...................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #3...................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
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Facility #4...................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #5...................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
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10. Please rate the overall condition of the facility(ies) you listed
in Question $3. (Please check one for each facility. List facilities in
same order as Question #3.)
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Fair (will Good (will Excellent (no
Poor (requires require upgrade require upgrade improvements
upgrade now) within the next within 6 to 10 needed for more
2 to 5 years) years) than 10 years)
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Facility #1................................. {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #2................................. {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #3................................. {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #4................................. {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #5................................. {time} {time} {time} {time}
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11. Do you think there are enough boat tie-up facilities in [name of
State]?
{time} Yes {time} No
12. If public funding sources were available for facility repair,
improvement, expansion, or additions, would you be interested?
{time} Yes {time} No
13. Please provide any comments about recreational boating facilities
not covered in this section.
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In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C.
3501) and Privacy Act of 1974 (U.S.C. 552), please be advised that:
The gathering of information from applicants to assess recreational
boating facility needs is authorized under the Federal Aid in Sport
Fish Restoration Act (16 U.S.C. 777-777k). Information from this survey
will be used to assess the needs for recreational boating facilities.
Your participation in completing this form is not required to obtain
benefits under the Boating Infrastructure Grant Program. Once
submitted, this survey becomes public information and is not protected
under the Privacy Act. The public reporting burden for this survey is
estimated at 10 to 25 minutes per response, including time for
gathering information and completing. Direct comments to the Service
Information Collection Clearance Officer, (1018-0106), U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service, MS 222-ARLSQ; 1849 C Street N.W., Washington, D.C.
20240.
An agency may not conduct and a person is not required to complete
a collection of information unless a currently valid OMB control number
is displayed.
PART D
If you operate a boating facility or access site for trailerable or
car top boats under 26 feet in length, please answer the following
questions.
IF YOU OPERATE MORE THAN 5 ACCESS SITES, PLEASE ESTIMATE FOR ALL
YOUR FACILITIES COMBINED, PLACE ANSWERS UNDER FACILITY #1
14. How many boating facilities or access sites for boats under 26 feet
in length do you operate in [name of State]?
__facilities or access sites
15. Please list the boating facility(ies) or access site(s) that you
operate or manage in [name of State] for boats under 26 feet in length.
(Please list each specific site.)
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Area (lake, cove,
Site name County/city or town slough, bay, harbor, Latitute/longitude
or section of river) or GPS
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Facility #1:
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Facility #2:
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Facility #3:
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Facility #4:
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Facility #5:
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16. For each facility listed in Question #15, please indicate any
requirements for boater use. (Check all that apply. List access sites
in same order as Question #15.)
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None (first come Club membership Reservations
first served) required required Fee charged
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Facility #1..................... {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #2..................... {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #3..................... {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #4..................... {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #5..................... {time} {time} {time} {time}
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17. For each facility listed in Question #15, identify the types of
support features available at each facility. (Check all that apply.
List access sites in same order as Question #15).
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Carry down Sewage pumpout/
paths, etc. Launch ramps Boarding floats dump stations Parking Restrooms
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Facility #1........................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #2........................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #3........................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #4........................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #5........................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
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18. For each facility listed in Question #15, what repairs,
replacements, expansions, or additions do you think are needed? (Check
one for each feature. List access sites in same order as Question #15.)
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Facility #1 None needed Repair Replace Expand Add Does not apply
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Carry-down walkway to............................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Launch ramp....................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Boarding floats................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Parking........................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Restrooms......................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Pumpout/dump stations............................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
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Facility #2 None needed Repair Replace Expand Add Does not apply
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Carry-down walkway to............................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Launch ramp....................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Boarding floats................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Parking........................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Restrooms......................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Pumpout/dump stations............................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
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Facility #3 None needed Repair Replace Expand Add Does not apply
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Carry-down walkway to............................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Launch ramp....................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Boarding floats................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Parking........................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Restrooms......................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Pumpout/dump stations............................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
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Facility #4 None needed Repair Replace Expand Add Does not apply
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Carry-down walkway to water's edge................ {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Launch ramp....................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Boarding floats................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Parking........................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Restrooms......................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Pumpout/dump stations............................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
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Facility #5 None needed Repair Replace Expand Add Does not apply
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Carry-down walkway to............................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Launch ramp....................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Boarding floats................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Parking........................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Restrooms......................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Pumpout/dump stations............................. {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Other (specify)................................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
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19. For all of your facilities combined in [name of State], identify
how boaters know about your facilities (Check all that apply.)
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State Chamber of
Paid advertising publications Commerce World wide web Other (specify) Other (specify)
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{time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
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20. Below is a list of reasons why boaters may use facilities you
identified in Question #15. Why do you think the public uses each
facility? (Check all that apply. List access sites in same order as
Question #15.)
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Good support
Close to services
population Good boating (slips, fuel, Reasonable cost Fishing Swimming Other
centers waters restrooms, opportunities opportunities (specify)
pumpouts, etc.)
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Facility #1...................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #2...................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #3...................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #4...................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #5...................... {time} {time} {time} {time} {time} {time}
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21. Please rate the overall condition of the facility(ies) you listed
in Question #15. (Check one for each facility. List access sites in
same order as Question #15.)
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Fair (will Excellent (no
Poor (requires require upgrade Good will require improvements
upgrade now) within the next 2 upgrade within 6 needed for more
to 5 years) to 10 years) than 10 years)
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Facility #1..................... {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #2..................... {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #3..................... {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #4..................... {time} {time} {time} {time}
Facility #5..................... {time} {time} {time} {time}
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22. Do you think there are enough boating facilities or access sites in
[state name]?
{time} Yes {time} No
23. If public funding sources were available for access site repair,
improvement, expansion, or additions, would you be interested?
{time} Yes {time} No
24. Please provide any comments about recreational boating facilities
or access sites not covered in this section.
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Thank you for your help! If you would like a representative of this
State to contact you about any questions and concerns or if you would
like additional information about facility and site development funding
sources, please list your name, facility, telephone number, and best
time to contact you.
Name-------------------------------------------------------------------
Facility---------------------------------------------------------------
Telephone--------------------------------------------------------------
Time-------------------------------------------------------------------
Paperwork Reduction Act and the Privacy Act--Notices
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C.
350 1) and the Privacy Act of 1974 (U.S.C. 552), please be advised
that:
1. The gathering of information of fish and wildlife is authorized
by:
(a) The Sportfishing and Boating Safety Act, Title VII, Subtitle D,
Section 7404 (16 U.S.C. 777g-1); and,
(b) Title 50, Part 86, of the Code of Federal Regulations.
2. Information requested in this form is purely voluntary.
3. Routine use disclosures may also be made:
(a) To the U.S. Department of Justice when related to litigation or
anticipated litigation;
(b) Of information indicating a violation or potential violation of
statute, regulation, rule, order or license to appropriate Federal,
State, local, or foreign agencies responsible for investigation or
prosecuting the violation or for enforcing or implementing the statute,
rule, regulations, order or license:
(c) From the record of an individual in response to an inquiry from
a Congressional office made at the request of that individual (42 FR
1903: April 11, 1977).
4. For individuals, personal information such as home address and
telephone number, financial data, and
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personal identifiers (social security number, birth date, etc.) will be
removed prior to any release of survey results.
5. The public reporting burden for this information collection
varies on the specific activity use being requested. The relevant
burden for the survey is 10 to 25 minutes. This burden estimate
includes time for reviewing instructions, gathering and maintaining
data and completing and reviewing the forms. Direct comments regarding
the burden estimate or any other aspect of the forms to the Service
Information Clearance Officer, Fish and Wildlife Service, Mail Stop
222, Arlington Square, U.S. Department of the Interior, 1849 C street,
NW., Washington, D.C. 20240.
Freedom of Information Act--Notice
For organization, businesses, or individuals operating as a
business (i.e., permittees not covered by the Privacy Act), we request
that yuo identify any information that should be considered privileged
and confidential business information to allow the Service to meet its
responsibilities under FOIA. Confidential business information must be
clearly marked ``Business Confidential'' at the top of the letter or
page and each succeeding page, and must be accompanied by a non-
confidential summary of the confidential information. The non-
confidential summary and remaining documents may be made available to
the public under FOIA [43 CFR 2.15(d)(1)(i)].
Application Processing Fee
There is no processing fee associated with this survey.
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