Superior Forest Committee Gears Up for Fee and Project Talks
Published Date: 6/20/2025
Notice
Summary
The Superior Resource Advisory Committee is meeting to help decide on projects and funding for the Superior National Forest in Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties. They’ll also review recreation fees for local sites. This affects community members and visitors, aiming to improve forest use and support local projects without extra costs right now.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Local Forest Projects and Funding Advice
A public advisory committee will provide advice and recommendations to the Forest Service on projects and funding under Title II of the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act for the Superior National Forest in Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties. This work is meant to improve collaboration and guide how project money is spent in those local communities.
Review of Recreation Fee Proposals
The committee will make recommendations on recreation fee proposals for sites on the Superior National Forest in Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, consistent with the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act. These recommendations can affect visitors and community members who use those recreation sites.
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