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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is holding a virtual public meeting about the evaluation of Indiana's Lake Michigan Coastal Management Program. People can submit written comments until April 16, 2021, and participate in the meeting on April 7, 2021, by registering online. The meeting is a chance for the public to give feedback on how well Indiana is managing its coastal areas. NOAA will also review how Indiana has met national objectives and used financial assistance connected to the Coastal Zone Management Act.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has announced a notice of appeal from Robert Hagopian. He is seeking to override an objection by the New York State Department of State regarding his project to stabilize the shoreline, install a dock, and dredge a property along the Hudson River. Public comments and requests for a hearing on this matter should be submitted by February 12, 2025. The decision depends on whether the project aligns with national interests or is necessary for national security.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is hosting an in-person public meeting to gather feedback on the Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve’s performance. The meeting is set for April 29, 2025, at 6 p.m. ET in Wells, Maine. People can also send their comments by email until May 9, 2025. This process is part of NOAA’s routine evaluations under the Coastal Zone Management Act, aimed at assessing how well the Reserve meets national goals and complies with management plans.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) plans to hold a virtual public meeting on February 24, 2025, to gather input on the performance evaluation of the Jacques Cousteau National Estuarine Research Reserve (JCNERR). Members of the public are encouraged to provide oral comments during this meeting by registering as speakers or submit written feedback via email by March 7, 2025. The evaluation is part of NOAA's periodic reviews mandated by the Coastal Zone Management Act to assess whether the reserve continues to meet national standards and adhere to its management plan. More information, including past evaluation findings, is available on NOAA's website.

The Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has released the final evaluation findings for the Sapelo Island National Estuarine Research Reserve and six coastal management programs. These programs, located in American Samoa, Hawaii, Mississippi, New Hampshire, New York, and Oregon, are managed by the states and territory under the Coastal Zone Management Act. NOAA found that both the reserve and the state and territory programs are in compliance with federally approved coastal zone management objectives and meeting the terms of their financial assistance. The findings are available online, and NOAA has addressed public comments received during the evaluation process.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), a part of the Department of Commerce, announced an extension of 15 days for issuing a decision on an appeal related to a proposed liquefied natural gas export terminal and natural gas pipeline project on the Pacific Coast. This extension is due to the need for additional time to review the record and reach a conclusion regarding the appeal, which challenges an objection made by the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development. The new deadline for the decision is now set for February 9, 2021. Relevant appeal materials are accessible online through the specified NOAA docket site.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is inviting public comments on a proposed information collection related to coastal and estuarine land conservation. This collection is conducted under the Coastal Zone Management Act to support activities like land acquisition and restoration. The public has 60 days to submit their input, either electronically or by mail, on aspects such as the collection's necessity, accuracy, and ways to reduce reporting burdens. The NOAA intends to use this information to evaluate project proposals and ensure compliance with environmental laws.