83 FR 6957 - Special Local Regulation; Pamlico River, Washington, NC

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
Coast Guard

Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 33 (February 16, 2018)

Page Range		6957-6959
FR Document		2018-03268

The Coast Guard is establishing a special local regulation on the navigable waters of the Pamlico River near Washington, North Carolina. This special local regulation is intended to restrict vessel traffic on the Pamlico River during a high-speed boat race. This action is intended to restrict vessel traffic movement in the regulated area to protect participants, spectators, and property from the hazards posed by high-speed boat races. Entry of vessels or persons into this special local regulation is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port (COTP) North Carolina or a designated representative.

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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

33 CFR Part 100

[Docket Number USCG-2017-1100]
RIN 1625-AA08


Special Local Regulation; Pamlico River, Washington, NC

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Temporary final rule.

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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard is establishing a special local regulation on 
the navigable waters of the Pamlico River near Washington, North 
Carolina. This special local regulation is intended to restrict vessel 
traffic on the Pamlico River during a high-speed boat race. This action 
is intended to restrict vessel traffic movement in the regulated area 
to protect participants, spectators, and property from the hazards 
posed by high-speed boat races. Entry of vessels or persons into this 
special local regulation is prohibited unless specifically authorized 
by the Captain of the Port (COTP) North Carolina or a designated 
representative.

DATES: This rule is effective from 7 a.m. on February 23, 2018, through 
noon on February 24, 2018, with an alternate date of February 25, 2018 
from 7 a.m. through noon.

ADDRESSES: To view documents mentioned in this preamble as being 
available in the docket, go to http://www.regulations.gov, type USCG-
2017-1100 in the ``SEARCH'' box and click ``SEARCH.'' Click on Open 
Docket Folder on the line associated with this rule.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions on this rule, 
call or email Petty Officer Matthew Tyson, Waterways Management 
Division, U.S. Coast Guard Sector North Carolina, Wilmington, NC; 
telephone: 910-772-2221, email: [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

I. Table of Abbreviations

CFR Code of Federal Regulations
DHS Department of Homeland Security
FR Federal Register
NPRM Notice of proposed rulemaking
Sec.  Section
U.S.C. United States Code
COTP Captain of the Port

II. Background Information and Regulatory History

    The Coast Guard is issuing this temporary rule without prior notice 
and opportunity to comment pursuant to authority under section 4(a) of 
the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) (5 U.S.C. 553(b)). This 
provision authorizes an agency to issue a rule without prior notice and 
opportunity to comment when the agency for good cause finds that those 
procedures are ``impracticable, unnecessary, or contrary to the public 
interest.'' Under 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(B), the Coast Guard finds that good 
cause exists for not publishing a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) 
with respect to this rule because the Coast Guard was notified about 
the race on December 1, 2017 and there were multiple revisions over the 
following three weeks. It is impracticable and contrary to the public 
interest to delay this action. Waiting for a comment period to run 
would inhibit the Coast Guard's ability to protect the public and 
participants from the dangers associated with the high-speed boat race 
scheduled to start on February 23, 2018.
    For the same reasons, the Coast Guard finds good cause to make this 
rule effective less than 30 days after publication, under 5 U.S.C. 
553(d)(3). Immediate implementation is required to protect the public 
and participants from the dangers associated with these activities.

III. Legal Authority and Need for Rule

    The Coast Guard is issuing this rule under authority in 33 U.S.C. 
1233. The COTP North Carolina has determined that potential hazards 
associated with the Iconic Marine Group Kilo Race scheduled on February 
23 and February 24, 2018, with an alternate date February 25, 2018, is 
a safety concern for mariners during the high-speed boat race on the 
Pamlico River near Washington, North Carolina. This rule is necessary 
to protect persons and vessels from the potential hazards associated 
with the high-speed boat race.

IV. Discussion of the Rule

    This rule establishes a special local regulation on a portion of 
the Pamlico River on February 23 and February 24, 2018, with an 
alternate date of February 25, 2018, in the event that weather or other 
factors do not allow the race to commence on the primary dates. The 
special local regulation will be enforced for approximately one hour 
between the hours of 7 a.m. and noon, when environmental conditions 
meet the requirements for the race. The exact times of enforcement will 
be broadcast locally over VHF-FM marine radio. The special local 
regulation will include all navigable waters of the Pamlico River near 
Washington, North Carolina, from approximate positions: Latitude 
35[deg]28'42'' N, longitude 076[deg]59'14'' W, then northwest to 
latitude 35[deg]29'53'' N, longitude 077[deg]01'18'' W, then northwest 
along the shoreline to latitude 35[deg]32'29'' N, longitude 
077[deg]03'47'' W, then northwest to latitude 35[deg]32'34'' N, 
longitude 077[deg]03'56'' W, then northeast to latitude 35[deg]32'42'' 
N, longitude 077[deg]03'50'' W, then southeast along the shoreline to 
latitude 35[deg]29'06'' N, longitude 076[deg]58'48'' W, then southwest 
back to the point of origin, a length of approximately six miles. The 
duration of this special local regulation is

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intended to protect participants, spectators, and property on the 
navigable waters of the Pamlico River during the high-speed boat race. 
This is a timed race and only one boat will race at a time. No vessel 
or person will be permitted to enter the special local regulation 
unless specifically authorized by the COTP North Carolina or a 
designated representative. Spectators may request to be allowed inside 
the special local regulation. The spectator area will be marked with 
temporary buoys and will be at least 100 yards from the race course. 
Vessels may request permission to pass through the special local 
regulation between race heats.

V. Regulatory Analyses

    We developed this rule after considering numerous statutes and 
Executive orders related to rulemaking. Below we summarize our analyses 
based on a number of these statutes and Executive orders, and we 
discuss First Amendment rights of protestors.

A. Regulatory Planning and Review

    Executive Orders 12866 and 13563 direct agencies to assess the 
costs and benefits of available regulatory alternatives and, if 
regulation is necessary, to select regulatory approaches that maximize 
net benefits. Executive Order 13771 directs agencies to control 
regulatory costs through a budgeting process. This rule has not been 
designated a ``significant regulatory action,'' under Executive Order 
12866. Accordingly, this rule has not been reviewed by the Office of 
Management and Budget (OMB), and pursuant to OMB guidance it is exempt 
from the requirements of Executive Order 13771.
    This regulatory action determination is based on the size, 
location, and duration of the proposed special local regulation. Vessel 
traffic will not be allowed to enter or transit a portion of the 
Pamlico River on February 23 and February 24, 2018 with an alternate 
date of February 25, 2018 for approximately one hour on each day. The 
Coast Guard will issue a Local Notice to Mariners and transmit a 
Broadcast Notice to Mariners via VHF-FM marine channel 16 regarding the 
special local regulation. The specific enforcement times will be 
broadcast locally each day prior to the race on VHF-FM marine channel 
16. This portion of the Pamlico River has been determined to be a low 
traffic area during this time of the year. This rule allows vessels to 
request permission to enter as a spectator or pass through the special 
local regulation.

B. Impact on Small Entities

    The Regulatory Flexibility Act of 1980, 5 U.S.C. 601-612, as 
amended, requires Federal agencies to consider the potential impact of 
regulations on small entities during rulemaking. The term ``small 
entities'' comprises small businesses, not-for-profit organizations 
that are independently owned and operated and are not dominant in their 
fields, and governmental jurisdictions with populations of less than 
50,000. The Coast Guard certifies under 5 U.S.C. 605(b) that this rule 
will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of 
small entities.
    While some owners or operators of vessels intending to transit the 
special local regulation may be small entities, for the reasons stated 
in section IV.A above, this proposed rule would not have a significant 
economic impact on any vessel owner or operator.
    Under section 213(a) of the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement 
Fairness Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104-121), we want to assist small 
entities in understanding this rule. If the rule would affect your 
small business, organization, or governmental jurisdiction and you have 
questions concerning its provisions or options for compliance, please 
contact the person listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT 
section.
    Small businesses may send comments on the actions of Federal 
employees who enforce, or otherwise determine compliance with, Federal 
regulations to the Small Business and Agriculture Regulatory 
Enforcement Ombudsman and the Regional Small Business Regulatory 
Fairness Boards. The Ombudsman evaluates these actions annually and 
rates each agency's responsiveness to small business. If you wish to 
comment on actions by employees of the Coast Guard, call 1-888-REG-FAIR 
(1-888-734-3247). The Coast Guard will not retaliate against small 
entities that question or complain about this rule or any policy or 
action of the Coast Guard.

C. Collection of Information

    This rule will not call for a new collection of information under 
the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501-3520).

D. Federalism and Indian Tribal Governments

    A rule has implications for federalism under Executive Order 13132, 
Federalism, if it has a substantial direct effect on the States, on the 
relationship between the national government and the States, or on the 
distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of 
government. We have analyzed this rule under that Order and have 
determined that it is consistent with the fundamental federalism 
principles and preemption requirements described in Executive Order 
13132.
    Also, this rule does not have tribal implications under Executive 
Order 13175, Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal 
Governments, because it does not have a substantial direct effect on 
one or more Indian tribes, on the relationship between the Federal 
Government and Indian tribes, or on the distribution of power and 
responsibilities between the Federal Government and Indian tribes. If 
you believe this rule has implications for federalism or Indian tribes, 
please contact the person listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT 
section above.

E. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act

    The Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1531-1538) 
requires Federal agencies to assess the effects of their discretionary 
regulatory actions. In particular, the Act addresses actions that may 
result in the expenditure by a State, local, or tribal government, in 
the aggregate, or by the private sector of $100,000,000 (adjusted for 
inflation) or more in any one year. Though this rule will not result in 
such an expenditure, we do discuss the effects of this rule elsewhere 
in this preamble.

F. Environment

    We have analyzed this rule under Department of Homeland Security 
Directive 023-01, which guides the Coast Guard in complying with the 
National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321-4370f), and 
have determined that this action is one of a category of actions that 
do not individually or cumulatively have a significant effect on the 
human environment. This proposed rule involves a special local 
regulation lasting approximately one hour on three consecutive days 
that prohibits entry into a portion of the Pamlico River. It is 
categorically excluded from further review under paragraph L60 (a) of 
Appendix A, Table 1 of DHS Instruction Manual 023-01-001-01, Rev. 01. A 
Record of Environmental Consideration supporting this determination is 
available in the docket where indicated under ADDRESSES.

G. Protest Activities

    The Coast Guard respects the First Amendment rights of protesters. 
Protesters are asked to contact the person listed in the FOR FURTHER

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INFORMATION CONTACT section to coordinate protest activities so that 
your message can be received without jeopardizing the safety or 
security of people, places or vessels.

List of Subjects in 33 CFR Part 100

    Marine safety, Navigation (water), Reporting and recordkeeping 
requirements, Waterways.

    For the reasons discussed in the preamble, the Coast Guard amends 
33 CFR part 100 as follows:

PART 100--SPECIAL LOCAL REGULATIONS/REGATTAS & MARINE PARADES

0
1. The authority citation for part 100 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1233.


0
2. Add Sec.  100.35T05-1100 to read as follows:


Sec.  100.35T05-1100  Special Local Regulation, Pamlico River, 
Washington, NC.

    (a) Location. The following area is a special local regulation: All 
navigable waters of the Pamlico River near Washington, North Carolina, 
from approximate positions: Latitude 35[deg]28'42'' N, longitude 
076[deg]59'14'' W, then northwest to latitude 35[deg]29'53'' N, 
longitude 077[deg]01'18'' W, then northwest along the shoreline to 
latitude 35[deg]32'29'' N, longitude 077[deg]03'47'' W, then northwest 
to latitude 35[deg]32'34'' N, longitude 077[deg]03'56'' W, then 
northeast to latitude 35[deg]32'42'' N, longitude 077[deg]03'50'' W, 
then southeast along the shoreline to latitude 35[deg]29'06'' N, 
longitude 076[deg]58'48'' W, then southwest back to the point of 
origin, a length of approximately 6 miles.
    (b) Definitions. As used in this section--
    Captain of the Port means the Commander, Sector North Carolina.
    Coast Guard Patrol Commander means a Coast Guard commissioned, 
warrant, or petty officer designated by the COTP North Carolina for the 
enforcement of the special local regulation.
    Official Patrol means any vessel assigned by the COTP North 
Carolina with a commissioned, warrant, or petty officer on board and 
displaying the Coast Guard ensign.
    Participants means persons and vessels involved in the high-speed 
boat race.
    Spectators means persons and vessels observing the high-speed boat 
race.
    (c) Regulations. (1) The general regulations governing special 
local regulations in Sec.  100.501(c) apply to the area described in 
paragraph (a) of this section.
    (2) With the exception of participants and spectators, entry into 
or remaining in this special local regulation is prohibited unless 
authorized by the COTP North Carolina or the COTP North Carolina's 
Patrol Commander. All other vessels must depart the special local 
regulation immediately.
    (3) To request permission to remain in, enter, or transit through 
the special local regulation, contact the COTP North Carolina or the 
COTP North Carolina's Patrol Commander through the Coast Guard Sector 
North Carolina Command Duty Officer, Wilmington, North Carolina, at 
telephone number 910-343-3882 or on VHF-FM marine band radio channel 13 
(165.65 MHz) or channel 16 (156.8 MHz).
    (d) Enforcement. The U.S. Coast Guard may be assisted in the patrol 
and enforcement of the special local regulation by Federal, State, and 
local agencies.
    (e) Enforcement period. This section will be enforced on February 
23 and February 24, 2018, with an alternate date of February 25, 2018.
    (f) Public notification. The Coast Guard will notify the public of 
the specific enforcement times each day prior to the race via VHF-FM 
marine channel 16.

    Dated: February 2, 2018
Bion B. Stewart,
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the Port North Carolina.
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intended to protect participants, B. Impact on Small Entities power and responsibilities among the
spectators, and property on the The Regulatory Flexibility Act of various levels of government. We have
navigable waters of the Pamlico River 1980, 5 U.S.C. 601–612, as amended, analyzed this rule under that Order and
during the high-speed boat race. This is requires Federal agencies to consider have determined that it is consistent
a timed race and only one boat will race the potential impact of regulations on with the fundamental federalism
at a time. No vessel or person will be small entities during rulemaking. The principles and preemption requirements
permitted to enter the special local described in Executive Order 13132.
term ‘‘small entities’’ comprises small
regulation unless specifically authorized Also, this rule does not have tribal
businesses, not-for-profit organizations
by the COTP North Carolina or a implications under Executive Order
that are independently owned and 13175, Consultation and Coordination
designated representative. Spectators operated and are not dominant in their
may request to be allowed inside the with Indian Tribal Governments,
fields, and governmental jurisdictions because it does not have a substantial
special local regulation. The spectator with populations of less than 50,000.
area will be marked with temporary direct effect on one or more Indian
The Coast Guard certifies under 5 U.S.C. tribes, on the relationship between the
buoys and will be at least 100 yards 605(b) that this rule will not have a
from the race course. Vessels may Federal Government and Indian tribes,
significant economic impact on a or on the distribution of power and
request permission to pass through the substantial number of small entities.
special local regulation between race responsibilities between the Federal
While some owners or operators of Government and Indian tribes. If you
heats. vessels intending to transit the special believe this rule has implications for
V. Regulatory Analyses local regulation may be small entities, federalism or Indian tribes, please
for the reasons stated in section IV.A contact the person listed in the FOR
We developed this rule after above, this proposed rule would not
considering numerous statutes and FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section
have a significant economic impact on above.
Executive orders related to rulemaking. any vessel owner or operator.
Below we summarize our analyses Under section 213(a) of the Small E. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
based on a number of these statutes and Business Regulatory Enforcement
Executive orders, and we discuss First The Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
Fairness Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104–121), of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1531–1538) requires
Amendment rights of protestors. we want to assist small entities in Federal agencies to assess the effects of
A. Regulatory Planning and Review understanding this rule. If the rule their discretionary regulatory actions. In
would affect your small business, particular, the Act addresses actions
Executive Orders 12866 and 13563 organization, or governmental that may result in the expenditure by a
direct agencies to assess the costs and jurisdiction and you have questions State, local, or tribal government, in the
benefits of available regulatory concerning its provisions or options for aggregate, or by the private sector of
alternatives and, if regulation is compliance, please contact the person $100,000,000 (adjusted for inflation) or
necessary, to select regulatory listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION more in any one year. Though this rule
approaches that maximize net benefits. CONTACT section. will not result in such an expenditure,
Executive Order 13771 directs agencies Small businesses may send comments we do discuss the effects of this rule
to control regulatory costs through a on the actions of Federal employees elsewhere in this preamble.
budgeting process. This rule has not who enforce, or otherwise determine
been designated a ‘‘significant compliance with, Federal regulations to F. Environment
regulatory action,’’ under Executive the Small Business and Agriculture We have analyzed this rule under
Order 12866. Accordingly, this rule has Regulatory Enforcement Ombudsman Department of Homeland Security
not been reviewed by the Office of and the Regional Small Business Directive 023–01, which guides the
Management and Budget (OMB), and Regulatory Fairness Boards. The Coast Guard in complying with the
pursuant to OMB guidance it is exempt Ombudsman evaluates these actions National Environmental Policy Act of
from the requirements of Executive annually and rates each agency’s 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321–4370f), and have
Order 13771. responsiveness to small business. If you determined that this action is one of a
This regulatory action determination wish to comment on actions by category of actions that do not
is based on the size, location, and employees of the Coast Guard, call 1– individually or cumulatively have a
duration of the proposed special local 888–REG–FAIR (1–888–734–3247). The significant effect on the human
regulation. Vessel traffic will not be Coast Guard will not retaliate against environment. This proposed rule
allowed to enter or transit a portion of small entities that question or complain involves a special local regulation
the Pamlico River on February 23 and about this rule or any policy or action lasting approximately one hour on three
February 24, 2018 with an alternate date of the Coast Guard. consecutive days that prohibits entry
of February 25, 2018 for approximately into a portion of the Pamlico River. It is
one hour on each day. The Coast Guard C. Collection of Information
categorically excluded from further
will issue a Local Notice to Mariners This rule will not call for a new review under paragraph L60 (a) of
and transmit a Broadcast Notice to collection of information under the Appendix A, Table 1 of DHS Instruction
Mariners via VHF–FM marine channel Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 Manual 023–01–001–01, Rev. 01. A
16 regarding the special local regulation. U.S.C. 3501–3520). Record of Environmental Consideration
The specific enforcement times will be supporting this determination is
broadcast locally each day prior to the D. Federalism and Indian Tribal
Governments available in the docket where indicated
race on VHF–FM marine channel 16.
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under ADDRESSES.
This portion of the Pamlico River has A rule has implications for federalism
been determined to be a low traffic area under Executive Order 13132, G. Protest Activities
during this time of the year. This rule Federalism, if it has a substantial direct The Coast Guard respects the First
allows vessels to request permission to effect on the States, on the relationship Amendment rights of protesters.
enter as a spectator or pass through the between the national government and Protesters are asked to contact the
special local regulation. the States, or on the distribution of person listed in the FOR FURTHER

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INFORMATION CONTACT section to (2) With the exception of participants which timely publication in the Federal
coordinate protest activities so that your and spectators, entry into or remaining Register was not possible.
message can be received without in this special local regulation is DATES: This document lists temporary
jeopardizing the safety or security of prohibited unless authorized by the Coast Guard rules that became effective,
people, places or vessels. COTP North Carolina or the COTP primarily between October 2017 to
North Carolina’s Patrol Commander. All December 2017, unless otherwise
List of Subjects in 33 CFR Part 100 other vessels must depart the special indicated, and were terminated before
Marine safety, Navigation (water), local regulation immediately. they could be published in the Federal
Reporting and recordkeeping (3) To request permission to remain Register.
requirements, Waterways. in, enter, or transit through the special ADDRESSES: Temporary rules listed in
For the reasons discussed in the local regulation, contact the COTP this document may be viewed online,
preamble, the Coast Guard amends 33 North Carolina or the COTP North under their respective docket numbers,
CFR part 100 as follows: Carolina’s Patrol Commander through using the Federal eRulemaking Portal at
the Coast Guard Sector North Carolina http://www.regulations.gov.
PART 100—SPECIAL LOCAL Command Duty Officer, Wilmington, FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For
REGULATIONS/REGATTAS & MARINE North Carolina, at telephone number questions on this document contact
PARADES 910–343–3882 or on VHF–FM marine Yeoman First Class David Hager, Office
band radio channel 13 (165.65 MHz) or of Regulations and Administrative Law,
■ 1. The authority citation for part 100 channel 16 (156.8 MHz).
continues to read as follows: telephone (202) 372–3862.
(d) Enforcement. The U.S. Coast
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Coast
Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1233. Guard may be assisted in the patrol and
Guard District Commanders and
■ 2. Add § 100.35T05–1100 to read as enforcement of the special local
Captains of the Port (COTP) must be
follows: regulation by Federal, State, and local
immediately responsive to the safety
agencies.
§ 100.35T05–1100 Special Local (e) Enforcement period. This section and security needs within their
Regulation, Pamlico River, Washington, NC. will be enforced on February 23 and jurisdiction; therefore, District
(a) Location. The following area is a February 24, 2018, with an alternate Commanders and COTPs have been
special local regulation: All navigable date of February 25, 2018. delegated the authority to issue certain
waters of the Pamlico River near (f) Public notification. The Coast local regulations. Safety zones may be
Washington, North Carolina, from Guard will notify the public of the established for safety or environmental
approximate positions: Latitude specific enforcement times each day purposes. A safety zone may be
35°28′42″ N, longitude 076°59′14″ W, prior to the race via VHF–FM marine stationary and described by fixed limits
then northwest to latitude 35°29′53″ N, channel 16. or it may be described as a zone around
longitude 077°01′18″ W, then northwest a vessel in motion. Security zones limit
Dated: February 2, 2018 access to prevent injury or damage to
along the shoreline to latitude 35°32′29″ Bion B. Stewart,
N, longitude 077°03′47″ W, then vessels, ports, or waterfront facilities.
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the Special local regulations are issued to
northwest to latitude 35°32′34″ N, Port North Carolina.
longitude 077°03′56″ W, then northeast enhance the safety of participants and
[FR Doc. 2018–03268 Filed 2–15–18; 8:45 am] spectators at regattas and other marine
to latitude 35°32′42″ N, longitude
077°03′50″ W, then southeast along the
BILLING CODE 9110–04–P events. Drawbridge operation
shoreline to latitude 35°29′06″ N, regulations authorize changes to
longitude 076°58′48″ W, then southwest drawbridge schedules to accommodate
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND bridge repairs, seasonal vessel traffic,
back to the point of origin, a length of SECURITY
approximately 6 miles. and local public events. Regulated
(b) Definitions. As used in this Navigation Areas are water areas within
Coast Guard
section— a defined boundary for which
Captain of the Port means the 33 CFR Parts 100, 117, 147, and 165 regulations for vessels navigating within
Commander, Sector North Carolina. the area have been established by the
Coast Guard Patrol Commander [USCG–2018–0137] regional Coast Guard District
means a Coast Guard commissioned, Commander.
2017 Quarterly Listings; Safety Zones, Timely publication of these rules in
warrant, or petty officer designated by
Security Zones, Special Local the Federal Register may be precluded
the COTP North Carolina for the
Regulations, Drawbridge Operation when a rule responds to an emergency,
enforcement of the special local
Regulations and Regulated Navigation or when an event occurs without
regulation.
Areas sufficient advance notice. The affected
Official Patrol means any vessel
assigned by the COTP North Carolina AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS. public is, however, often informed of
with a commissioned, warrant, or petty ACTION:Notification of expired these rules through Local Notices to
officer on board and displaying the temporary rules issued. Mariners, press releases, and other
Coast Guard ensign. means. Moreover, actual notification is
Participants means persons and SUMMARY: This document provides provided by Coast Guard patrol vessels
vessels involved in the high-speed boat notification of substantive rules issued enforcing the restrictions imposed by
race. by the Coast Guard that were made the rule. Because Federal Register
temporarily effective but expired before publication was not possible before the
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Spectators means persons and vessels
observing the high-speed boat race. they could be published in the Federal end of the effective period, mariners
(c) Regulations. (1) The general Register. This document lists temporary were personally notified of the contents
regulations governing special local safety zones, security zones, special of these safety zones, security zones,
regulations in § 100.501(c) apply to the local regulations, drawbridge operation special local regulations, regulated
area described in paragraph (a) of this regulations and regulated navigation navigation areas or drawbridge
section. areas, all of limited duration and for operation regulations by Coast Guard

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Category		Regulatory Information
Collection		Federal Register
sudoc Class		AE 2.7: GS 4.107: AE 2.106:
Publisher		Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration
Section		Rules and Regulations
Action		Temporary final rule.
Dates		This rule is effective from 7 a.m. on February 23, 2018, through noon on February 24, 2018, with an alternate date of February 25, 2018 from 7 a.m. through noon.
Contact		If you have questions on this rule, call or email Petty Officer Matthew Tyson, Waterways Management Division, U.S. Coast Guard Sector North Carolina, Wilmington, NC; telephone: 910-772-2221, email: [email protected]
FR Citation		83 FR 6957
RIN Number		1625-AA08
CFR Associated		Marine Safety; Navigation (water); Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements and Waterways

83 FR 6957 - Special Local Regulation; Pamlico River, Washington, NC

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