The Integrated Management of Target Shooting Project is subject to the project level pre-decisional administrative review, or the objection process, found at 36 CFR 218 Subparts A and B. In order to be eligible to submit an objection, the public should have provided timely specific written comments during any period designated for public comment.
Contents of an Objection
Incorporation of documents by reference in the objection is permitted only as provided for at 36 CFR 218.8(b). Minimum content requirements of an objection as identified in 36 CFR 218.8(d) include:
Filing an Objection
Objections must be postmarked (if sent via postal mail), faxed, or submitted electronically via the project webpage at (https://cara.fs2c.usda.gov/Public/CommentInput?project=57807), 45 days following publication of this legal notice. It is the responsibility of objectors to ensure their objection is received in a timely manner (36 CFR 218.9).
When multiple names are listed on an objection, identification of the lead objector as defined in§ 218.2. Verification of the identity of the lead objector must be provided upon request or the reviewing officer will designate a lead objector as provided in§ 218.5(d).
Objection Sample Template
Lead Objector: ______________________
Objections are limited to the scope of this particular project.
A. Description of those aspects of the proposed project addressed by the objection, including specific issues related to the proposed project:
B. How the objector believes the environmental analysis or draft decision specifically violates law, regulation, or policy:
C. Suggested remedies that would resolve the objection:
D. Supporting reasons for the reviewing officer to consider:
E. Unless the objection concerns an issue that arose after the designated opportunity(ies) for comment, provide a statement that demonstrates the connection between prior specific written comments on the particular proposed project and the content of this objection.
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