BLM seeks advisory council nominees

The Bureau of Land Management is extending the nomination and application period for the Alaska Resource Advisory Council. BLM said June 10 that a 30-day extension period closes July 8.

BLM is seeking qualified individuals to fill five RAC positions in the following categories: representatives of transportation or rights-of-way, off-highway vehicle use, or commercial recreation (two positions); representatives of nationally or regionally recognized environmental organizations, archaeological and historical organizations, and dispersed recreation activities (two positions); and a representative of the public-at-large, employees, or academic institutions who are involved in natural resources (one position). Applicants must be Alaska residents.

BLM said the goal of the council’s diverse membership is to “achieve a balanced outlook the BLM needs to manage public lands for multiple uses under its mission.”

The council provides advice and recommendations to BLM on land management issues for 75 million acres of public lands in Alaska, including the 23 million acre National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska, the 1 million acre White Mountains National Recreation Area, the Anchorage Campbell Tract Facility, several National Wild and Scenic Rivers, scenic highways and trail systems, and much more.

Council members serve three-year terms and may apply for reappointment. There is no salary, but travel expenses are reimbursed.

Application/nomination packets are available by calling BLM at 907-271-3335 or on the website at www.blm.gov/ak/st/en/res/rac.html.

—Petroleum News