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The Bureau of Land Management is now seeking passionate individuals who care about the San Juan Islands National Monument to join the new Monument Advisory Committee.

There are 12 open positions on the new advisory committee including a seat to Represent the interests of the Lopez Community.

The positions are as follows:

a.One member representing archeological,
cultural, and heritage interests;

b.One member representing wildlife and
ecological interests;

c.One member representing the interests of
a nonprofit organization whose mission
is conservation and/or management of
natural resources, land, or water;

d.One member representing natural resource
management or natural sciences
interests;

e.One member representing recreation and
tourism interests;

f.One member representing local youth,
education, and interpretation interests;

g.Two members that have significant
cultural or historic connections to, and
knowledge about, the landscape,
archeological sites, or cultural sites
connected to the Monument;

h.One member who holds State, county, or
local elected office;

i.One member representing conservation
and/or management of natural resources,
land, or water interests;

j.One member representing local interests
that is a resident of Lopez Island; and

k.One member of the public-at-large.
The MAC helps the BLM provide balanced
stewardship of the San Juan Islands
National Monument and its resources.

Members offer expert advice, ideas, and diverse opinions on land use planning, cultural resources, environmental issues, fire management, recreation, noxious weed management, and more.

Nominees will be reviewed based on training, education, and knowledge of the advisory committee’s geographic area. Nominees should also demonstrate a commitment to consensus building and collaborative decision-making. The 45-day nomination period ends March 29, 2024.

BLM officials are also seeking public comments regarding the establishment of the MAC. The 15-day public comment period ends Feb. 28, 2024. To learn more, refer to today’s Federal Register Notice at https://www.federalregister.gov/public-inspection/2024-02939/requests-for-nominations-san-juan-islands-national-monument-advisory-committee-establishment.

To apply or self-nominate for a position on the MAC, submit a resume with an adequate description of qualifications, including information that would enable the Department of the Interior to make an informed decision regarding membership requirements and contact information. Nominees are strongly encouraged to include supporting letters from employers, associations, professional organizations, and/or other organizations that indicate support by a meaningful constituency for the nominee. Please indicate any BLM permits, leases, or licenses that you hold personally or are held by your employer. Submit your application to Travis Edwards via email at tedwards@blm.gov, or mail to:

Bureau of Land Management
Attn: Travis Edwards
RE: MAC nominations
1103 N. Fancher Rd.
Spokane Valley, WA 99212

Official Federal Register Notice