USDA — Forest Service

Forest Service FOIA responses, identified by file number, filename, or email domain.

Era: 2017–2021 2025–present All years
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The Forest Service, led by Acting Chief of Staff Andria Weeks, is working on prioritizing reform proposals to improve organizational efficiency and effectiveness, with a draft proposal due for submission to the Office of Budget and Program Analysis. 2017 FSWO201706591 4
The email correspondence between Andria Weeks and Laurie Campbell discusses rescheduling an Agency Reform Meeting with Angela to July 7, 2017, at 12:30 PM due to prior commitments. 2017 FSWO201706591 2
The email correspondence between Andria Weeks and Debbie Pressman from the Forest Service discusses the prioritization of documents related to the Deliberative Process Privilege. 2017 FSWO201706591 6
The USDA Regulatory Reform Task Force is reviewing regulations related to the Deliberative Process Privilege within the Forest Service to identify potential reforms that could lead to cost savings and increased efficiency. 2017 FSWO201706591 17
The Forest Service's Acting Chief of Staff, Andria Weeks, is coordinating with Lamont Jackson to gather funding impacts for reform proposals to update a spreadsheet for FY 2019 agency reform proposals. 2017 FSWO201706591 1
The email from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) outlines a workshop for federal agencies to learn how to comply with President Trump's March 13th Executive Order on government reorganization, emphasizing the urgency and importance of the training for implementing budget reductions and staff cuts. 2017 FSWO201706591 20
The Forest Service submitted its final agency reform plan proposals directly to the Office of Budget and Program Analysis (OBPA) for consideration in the FY2019 Department Estimate, following OBPA's decision to exclude such proposals. 2017 FSWO201706591 28
The document is a letter from a group of economists to Mick Mulvaney, Director of the Office of Management and Budget, expressing support for continued investment in federal land management agencies and highlighting their economic importance in light of the President's Executive Order on government reorganization. 2017 FSWO201706593 4
The Forest Service is discussing revised submissions for their FY 19 agency reform plan, including updates to the transmittal letter and internal spreadsheets, as communicated by Andria Weeks to colleagues. 2017 FSWO201706593 17
The Forest Service is prioritizing reform proposals, including a new proposal, and is preparing a draft write-up to submit to the Office of Budget and Program Analysis by Monday. 2017 FSWO201706593 5
The U.S. Forest Service is coordinating proposals for an agency reform and restructure plan in response to regulatory reform directives, with a deadline for submissions set for the next morning to prepare for a briefing. 2017 FSWO201706593 7
The Forest Service is coordinating the submission of additional documents, including proposals for reform and restructure, for the agency's FY 2019 budget request, as discussed among staff members. 2017 FSWO201706593 10
The USDA Regulatory Reform Task Force is reviewing regulations related to the Forest Service, focusing on the Deliberative Process Privilege to identify potential reforms that could lead to cost savings and increased efficiency. 2017 FSWO201706593 12
The email from Andria Weeks of the USDA Forest Service requests the latest proposals and edits related to agency reform plans aimed at improving organizational efficiency and effectiveness. 2017 FSWO201706593 12
The email from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) outlines a workshop for federal agencies on how to implement the President's Executive Order on government reorganization, emphasizing the urgency and necessity of compliance within a specified timeline. 2017 FSWO201706593 1
The email from the Forest Service discusses the follow-up on the agency's Reform Plan, including updates and attachments related to the plan, and indicates that a phone discussion is being set up for further details. 2017 FSWO201706593 3
The Forest Service is preparing for a briefing with the Secretary regarding reform proposals aimed at improving organizational efficiency and effectiveness. 2017 FSWO201706593 121
The email from Scott Cameron, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary at the Department of the Interior, confirms his agreement to reschedule a presentation time from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM at the request of Robert Simpson, President of GreenWoodGlobal Consulting, to accommodate a state forester's request. 2017 1
The email from Scott Cameron of the Office of the Secretary of the Interior requests assistance from the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) to gather perspectives on how the federal government can better support state officials in addressing invasive species, as part of efforts to reinvigorate the National Invasive Species Council. 2017 1
The email from Scott Cameron of the Office of the Secretary of the Interior requests assistance from the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) to gather perspectives on how the federal government can better support state officials in addressing invasive species, as part of efforts to reinvigorate the National Invasive Species Council. 2017 1
The email from Scott Cameron of the Office of the Secretary of the Interior discusses the upcoming NASF meeting in Charleston, WV, and suggests using a committee meeting to gather feedback on federal support for states regarding invasive species management. 2017 1
The document outlines the Forest Service's performance measure proposals and agency reform initiatives for fiscal years 2016 to 2019, including metrics for improving organizational efficiency and effectiveness. 2016 FSWO201706591 4
The Forest Service emphasizes the importance of its Hydropower Program and outlines plans to enhance agency responsiveness and coordination in Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) license proceedings to support hydropower development on National Forest System land. 2014 FS2017FSWO057670577306859 4
The Forest Service emphasizes the importance of its Hydropower Program and outlines plans to enhance agency responsiveness and coordination in Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) license proceedings to support hydropower development on National Forest System land. 2014 FS2017FSWO04297 2
The Forest Service emphasizes the importance of its Hydropower Program and outlines the need for improved agency responsiveness and coordination in Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) license proceedings to support hydropower development and mitigation efforts on National Forest System land. 2014 FS2017FSWO04301 4
The Forest Service emphasizes the importance of its Hydropower Program and outlines its intention to enhance responsiveness and coordination in Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) license proceedings to support hydropower development and mitigation efforts on National Forest System land. 2014 FS2017FSWO057670577306859 4
The Forest Service outlines procedures for cost recovery from licensees under the Federal Power Act, clarifying that certain costs related to special use applications and mitigation efforts are not to be reported to FERC to prevent double counting, while emphasizing the need for appropriate offsite mitigation measures. 2011 FS2017FSWO04297 2
The document outlines the responsibilities of team members from various Director Areas within the Minerals Management Service (MGM) to review and provide feedback on agency actions related to domestic energy production, with a focus on eliminating burdens and adhering to guidelines established by the Energy Policy Act of 2005, with a review deadline set for June 1, 2017. 2005 FS2017FSWO04297 2
The U.S. Forest Service issued Amendment No. 2700-2003-2 to the Forest Service Manual, effective October 14, 2003, reorganizing and expanding descriptions of various federal acts related to special uses management for federal power projects. 2003 FS2017FSWO057670577306859 15
The U.S. Forest Service issued an amendment to FSM 2700 regarding special use authorizations for hydropower projects, detailing requirements based on the licensing dates and coordination with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). 2003 FS2017FSWO04297 2
The document outlines the responsibilities of various officials within the U.S. Forest Service regarding the management and coordination of hydropower projects under the Federal Power Act, specifically detailing the roles of the Deputy Chief for National Forest System, the Director of Lands, and the Regional Forester. 2003 FS2017FSWO04297 2
The document outlines the U.S. Forest Service's procedures for managing applications related to hydropower projects on National Forest System lands, detailing the roles of the Regional Forester in providing comments on preliminary permits and exemptions, and emphasizing coordination with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to avoid conflicts with project operations. 2003 FS2017FSWO04297 2
The U.S. Forest Service's amendment to FSM 2700 outlines policies for managing hydropower projects on National Forest System lands, emphasizing the need to consider energy potential in management decisions and to respond to FERC license applications regarding project compatibility with forest purposes. 2003 FS2017FSWO04297 2
The document outlines the Forest Service Manual (FSM) 2700 regarding the management of special uses related to Federal Power Act projects, detailing authority, objectives, policies, responsibilities, and environmental analysis requirements. 2003 FS2017FSWO04297 2
The U.S. Forest Service's amendment to FSM 2700 updates policies regarding hydropower project operations and environmental documentation in coordination with FERC, effective October 14, 2003. 2003 FS2017FSWO04297 2
The document outlines the Forest Service's policies regarding the management of federal power projects on designated study rivers under the Federal Power Act, emphasizing the protection of scenery, recreation, fish, and wildlife values, and detailing the authority of the Regional Forester in making determinations related to hydropower proposals. 2003 FS2017FSWO04297 2
The U.S. Forest Service is coordinating the development of a "Plan for Review" in response to the Executive Order on Promoting Energy Independence, requiring a review of regulations that may hinder domestic energy resource development, with comments on the draft plan due by April 14, 2017. FS2017FSWO04297 2
The Forest Service is coordinating with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to establish a Task Force for a report, with a detailer starting in May, while lacking OMB direction and an official executive steering team. FS2017FSWO04297 2
The document discusses a directive from the Department of the Interior (DOI) Secretary to begin work on implementing a Presidential Executive Order aimed at promoting energy independence and economic growth by reviewing and potentially revising regulations that hinder domestic energy resource development. FS2017FSWO04297 8
The email correspondence involves multiple individuals providing comments on a draft plan related to the Energy Independence Executive Order, coordinated by the Forest Service and involving various staff members' feedback. FS2017FSWO04301 2
The USDA Forest Service is proposing organizational restructuring to improve efficiency and effectiveness in delivering results, with implementation planned from FY2017 to FY2019. 11
The Forest Service proposes a reform and restructure plan aimed at improving organizational efficiencies and effectiveness, with implementation expected to begin in FY 2017. FSWO201706591 7
The email correspondence involves multiple individuals providing comments on a draft plan related to the Energy Independence Executive Order, coordinated by the U.S. Forest Service, with requests for additional feedback and collaboration on the analysis of energy-related activities and programs. FS2017FSWO04297 2
The U.S. Forest Service is coordinating a response regarding mining claims for uranium in relation to an Energy Executive Order, with a deadline for information by April 19, 2017. FS2017FSWO04297 2
The document outlines an Executive Order requiring agency heads to review regulations and policies that may hinder the development of domestic energy resources, specifically oil, natural gas, coal, and nuclear energy, with established timelines for reporting findings to key officials. FS2017FSWO04297 2
The Forest Service, under the Department of the Interior, is preparing to implement a Presidential Executive Order aimed at promoting energy independence and economic growth by reviewing and potentially revising regulations that hinder domestic energy resource development. FS2017FSWO057670577306859 8
The USDA has proposed a reform plan focused on restructuring and improving organizational efficiency and effectiveness to ensure its programs are delivered efficiently and sustainably, aligning with its strategic goals. FSWO201706591 44
The USDA is proposing a restructuring and improvement of organizational efficiency and effectiveness within the Forest Service to better deliver programs and achieve strategic goals related to integrity and sustainable land use. FSWO201706591 46
The USDA Forest Service is proposing organizational restructuring to improve efficiency and effectiveness in delivering its programs, with implementation planned from FY2017 to FY2019. FSWO201706591 11
The USDA's Agency Reform Plan proposes restructuring and improving organizational efficiency to ensure effective delivery of programs and sustainable use of national forest lands, with no expected budget or FTE changes. FSWO201706593 54
The USDA is proposing restructuring and improving organizational efficiency within the Forest Service to better achieve its strategic goals of delivering programs effectively and ensuring sustainable use of national forest lands. FSWO201706593 46
The document outlines an Executive Order requiring agency heads to review regulations that may hinder the development of domestic energy resources, specifically oil, natural gas, coal, and nuclear energy, with set deadlines for submitting plans and findings to the Office of Management and Budget and other key officials. FS2017FSWO04297 2
The email correspondence involves multiple individuals providing comments on a draft plan related to the Energy Independence Executive Order, with contributions from various staff members at the Forest Service and discussions on integrating energy elements into the analysis. FS2017FSWO057670577306859 7