Forest fans, join the Eleven Point Committee chat on Feb 26!
Published Date: 1/21/2025
Notice
Summary
The Eleven Point Resource Advisory Committee is meeting on February 26, 2025, to discuss projects and funding for the Mark Twain National Forest, plus recreation fee proposals. Local communities, outdoor lovers, and anyone interested can join in person or online and share their thoughts by February 17. This meeting helps decide how money and resources improve forest activities and experiences.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Title II Project Funding Decisions
The Eleven Point Resource Advisory Committee will hear Title II project proposals and make funding recommendations for projects on the Mark Twain National Forest on February 26, 2025. Local communities and project proponents can present proposals and influence how Title II funds are recommended for use.
Recreation Fee Proposal Review
The committee will make recommendations on recreation fee proposals for sites on the Mark Twain National Forest at its February 26, 2025 meeting. That process may lead to changes in fees visitors pay for recreation at those sites, and the public can submit written or oral comments by February 17, 2025.
Public Participation and Accessibility
You can participate in the February 26, 2025 meeting in person in Rolla, Missouri or virtually, and you must pre-register for oral comments by 4:30 p.m. CST on February 17, 2025. The meeting location is Americans with Disabilities Act compliant and the USDA will provide reasonable accommodations on request.
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