The collection provides an opportunity
for the public, academia, local governments, and State and Federal
agencies to submit ideas to restore natural resources that were
injured by the release of contaiminated materials in the New
Bedford Harbor environment. All ideas will be evaluated for
potential implementation through the restoration plan for the New
Bedford Harbor environment. The form used responds to the public's
request that a simplified form be developed that would allow them
to organize their thoughts and provide answers in a consistent
manner.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.