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DOI - 552 - National Park Service Subsistence Resource Commission-Aniakchak National Monument - Statutory (Congress Created)

GENERAL INFORMATION

Committee Name	National Park Service Subsistence Resource Commission-Aniakchak National Monument	Agency Name	Department of the Interior
Fiscal Year	2025	Committee Number	552
Original Establishment Date	12/2/1980	Committee Status	Chartered
Actual Termination Date		Committee URL	https://www.nps.gov/subjects/alaskasubsistence/...
Actual Merged Date		Presidential Appointments*	No
New Committee This FY	No	Max Number of Members*	9
Terminated This FY	No	Designated Fed Officer Position Title*	Superintendent, Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve
Merged This FY		Designated Federal Officer Prefix
Current Charter Date	9/25/2023	Designated Federal Officer First Name*	Mark
Date Of Renewal Charter	9/25/2025	Designated Federal Officer Middle Name
Projected Termination Date		Designated Federal Officer Last Name*	Sturm
Exempt From Renewal*	Yes	Designated Federal Officer Suffix
Specific Termination Authority	P.L. 96-487	Designated Federal Officer Phone*	(907) 246-3305
Establishment Authority*	Statutory (Congress Created)	Designated Federal Officer Fax*	(907) 246-2116
Specific Establishment Authority*	P.L. 96-487	Designated Federal Officer Email*	mark_sturm@nps.gov
Effective Date Of Authority*	12/2/1980
Exempt From EO 13875 Discretionary Cmte	Not Applicable
Committee Type*	Continuing
Presidential*	No
Committee Function*	Non Scientific Program Advisory Board

RECOMMENDATION/JUSTIFICATIONS

Agency Recommendation*	Continue
Legislation to Terminate Required	Not Applicable
Legislation Status	Not Applicable
How does cmte accomplish its purpose?*	The Aniakchak National Monument Subsistence Resource Commission is an advisory group. Federal law and regulation provide the opportunity for continued subsistence uses, including hunting, within the Aniakchak National Monument. The Commission is a forum that promotes effective communication and mutual understanding of subsistence uses and related cultural resources. The Commission consults with every appropriate local advisory committee and regional council for comment and input on draft hunting plan recommendations. In addition to the advisory committee and regional council consultation process directed by P.L. 96-487 (the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act), the Commission is required to hold public meetings in all areas affected by the subsistence hunting program.
How is membership balanced?*	Each SRC member is appointed to a three year term. The charter allows members to continue to serve until the appointing source reappoints or makes a new appointment. Membership, as prescribed by the Commission's enabling legislation, consists of nine members as follows: (a) three members appointed by the Secretary of the Interior; (b) three members appointed by the Governor of Alaska; and (c) three members appointed by the regional council, as established by the Secretary or the State pursuant to section 805 of P.L. 96-487. The members include a range of individuals having personal knowledge of the region's subsistence conditions, and having an interest in Federal subsistence management.
How frequent & relevant are cmte mtgs?*	The Commission generally meets twice a year, or as often as circumstances require. Commission recommendations are vitally important on matters relating to the taking of wildlife within the park and are the foundation for the development and review of the subsistence hunting program. Commission meetings provided an opportunity for Commission members, National Park Service staff, other agency staff, and the public to share information on subsistence issues.
Why advice can't be obtained elsewhere?*	The National Park Service (NPS) recognizes the benefits of seeking advice and assistance from local residents. In 1980, the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act (ANILCA) authorized the establishment of the Subsistence Resource Commissions (SRC) to devise and recommend to the Secretary of the Interior and the Governor of Alaska a program for subsistence hunting within Aniakchak National Monument. The Commission's unique insight on local customary and traditional patterns of subsistence use within the monument has been important in developing workable subsistence hunting plan recommendations. The Commission’s recommendations will help the NPS to ensure the continuation of the opportunity for local rural residents to engage in the subsistence use of resources in Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve. The NPS has adopted the following mission statement to guide its activities. Subsistence will be managed as a legislated use consistent with the provisions of ANILCA, the Organic Act of 1916, and the monument's enabling legislation to:•protect the opportunity for qualified local rural residents to continue traditional subsistence activities;•recognize that subsistence ways of life differ from region to region and arecontinuing to evolve, and where appropriate, park management practicesmay reflect regional diversity and evolution;•promote local involvement and participation in processes associated withsubsistence management;•ensure that management practices involving the utilization of public landsadequately consider the potential for restriction of subsistence uses andimpacts upon subsistence resources;•ensure that management of park resources is consistent with the conservation of unimpaired ecosystems and natural and healthy populations of fishand wildlife, incorporating scientific data and principles with traditionalknowledge and cultural values; and•promote effective communication and mutual understanding of subsistenceuses and related cultural and social values, and park purposes and protection,between the NPS, subsistence users, the State of Alaska and the public.
Why close or partially close meetings?	All meetings are open to the public. During each meeting time is allocated for public testimony. The public is welcome to present written or oral comments to the Commission.
Recommendation Remarks	The Aniakchak Subsistence Resource Commission met on the 28th of October 2024 via teleconference and on the 11th of February 2025 via teleconference. Quorum was reached during the October 2024 meeting; no quorum was reached during the February 2025 meeting and therefore was held as an informational meeting only (the SRC was unable to make motions or pass agenda items at that meeting).

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

Outcome Improvement To Health Or Safety*	No	Action Reorganize Priorities*	Yes
Outcome Trust In Government	Yes	Action Reallocate Resources	Yes
Outcome Major Policy Changes	Yes	Action Issued New Regulations	Yes
Outcome Advance In Scientific Research	No	Action Proposed Legislation	Yes
Outcome Effective Grant Making	No	Action Approved Grants Or Other Payments	No
Outcome Improved Service Delivery	No	Action Other	No
Outcome Increased Customer Satisfaction	Yes	Action Comment	NA
Outcome Implement Laws/Reg Requirements	Yes	Grants Review*	No
Outcome Other	No	Number Of Grants Reviewed	0
Outcome Comment	The Commission and National Park Service are working together to address concerns for management of wildlife populations within the national monument. Aniakchak Subsistence Resource Commission (SRC) comments were submitted to the Office of Subsistence Management for the Federal Subsistence Board meeting. During the October 28, 2024, meeting, commission members discussed 2025 Federal Fishery Proposals, recruitment for the SRC seats, and having a chair alternate in the event that John Christensen Jr. could not attend. They SRC voted to have Scott Anderson attend the SRC Chair Workshop in December in Anchorage. SRC members gave their hunting reports for their area. Several fishery proposals were discussed with votes to either support or remain neutral. BBNA Biologist Cody Larsen explained each proposal in detail. Area Biologist for ADF&G summarized bear, moose, and caribou abundance and hunting pressure. Katmai/Aniakchak NPS staff talked about several ongoing projects with youth and elders such as a placename project and a road restoration project. The SRC also discussed co-stewardship projects centered around the upcoming Katmai Preserve caribou hunt. Dillon Patterson spoke of the new 2024 wildlife rule regarding bear baiting and trapping. The superintendent talked about a paleontology researcher wanting to have Aniakchak National Monument dedicated as a Natural Landmark because of its significant dinosaur/forest fossil record. Further, upcoming meetings were discussed and included: SRC Chairs workshop, Subsistence Advisory Council meeting, as well as the spring meeting for the SRC. During the meeting on February 11, 2025, two commission members were present: John Christensen Jr., and Scott Anderson. Colleen Jones, Ronald Lind, and Andrew Lind were not able to attend. The SRC was not able to meet quorum and the meeting turned into an informational meeting. The SRC discussed the SRC member’s reports/updates and responding to the call for 2026-2028 Wildlife Proposals on February 11th, 2025. Agenda and meeting minutes were not approved due to the SRC not meeting quorum. SRC chair alternate, Scott Anderson, mentioned some of the highlights of the Chair Workshop held in December 2024. SRC members gave their hunting reports for their area. John Christensen mentioned there had been more ptarmigan in the area presently and less caribou over the past two years. The SRC is requesting compensation for their time and knowledge and will elevate their concerns to the new administration. The past administration was in support of compensating the Commission members, but the funding was not authorized to pay those on the SRC. They further discussed how to reapply to SRC appointments that have expired. The Federal Register notices are currently on hold with the new administration, which will delay SRC reappointments. The SRC was appraised of the Federal Subsistence Boards decision on several of the 2025 Fishery Proposals that had been previously discussed in the 2024 SRC fall meeting. Several of the Statewide Game Proposals were reviewed during the meeting to give the SRC an opportunity to comment.	Number Of Grants Recommended	0
Cost Savings*	None	Dollar Value Of Grants Recommended	$0.00
Cost Savings Comment	NA	Grants Review Comment	NA
Number Of Recommendations*	19	Access Contact Designated Fed. Officer*	Yes
Number Of Recommendations Comment	In FY 2025, no recommendations were made by the commission on State of Alaska wildlife proposals. Two recommendations were made to Federal Subsistence wildlife proposals, and one recommendation to the Secretary of the Interior: o FP 25-09: The SRC supported FP 25-09 with OSM modification to remove color requirements of keg or buoy attached to subsistence gear consistent with State Regulations. o FP 25-10: The SRC supported FP-25-10 with OSM modification to allow the harvest of non-salmon species at the mouths of rivers, streams, and creeks and prohibit the harvest of salmon. o The SRC requests compensation for their time and knowledge and will elevate their request to the new administration. o FP 25-11: The SRC discussed the proposal but took no action. o FP 25-13: The SRC discussed the proposal but took no action. o WP24-01: The SRC was updated on this proposal, but no action was taken.	Access Agency Website	Yes
% of Recs Fully Implemented*	66.00%	Access Committee Website	No
% of Recs Fully Implemented Comment	FP 25-09 was implemented with OSM modification to remove color requirements of keg or buoy attached to subsistence gear consistent with State Regulations, and FP 25-10 was implemented with OSM modification to allow the harvest of non-salmon species at the mouths of rivers, streams, and creeks and prohibit the harvest of salmon.	Access GSA FACA Website	Yes
% of Recs Partially Implemented*	0.00%	Access Publications	Yes
% of Recs Partially Implemented Comment	So far, no response has been provided to the Commission about the status of SRC requests compensation for their time and knowledge under the current administration.	Access Other	No
Agency Feedback*	Yes	Access Comment	Meeting minutes are available upon request from the Monument Superintendent. Contact the Superintendent online at: http://www.nps.gov/ania/contacts.htmInformation on Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve may be found at: http://www.nps.gov/ania
Agency Feedback Comment*	The National Park Service provides feedback to the Commission on subsistence related matters. The Aniakchak National Monument SRC plays an important role in the monument’s management by identifying issues and providing recommendations to the Superintendent for resolution of user conflicts. This role is generally served through the SRC’s reviews and comments on management actions, development plans, and proposals that may have an affect on subsistence uses and values.NPS staff actively consult with the SRC on planning efforts undertaken in Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve that may have an affect on subsistence uses. The SRC is consulted on issues such as development concept plans, development issues, and NPS park strategic plans (for example, the Resource Management Plan, Statement for Management, and the General Management Plan). Park planning provides a foundation for decision making. NPS plans represent an organizational commitment to the public and to Congress on how conservation units will be managed. Each NPS area is required to prepare several planning documents to provide guidance for preservation, use and development. Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve currently has, or is developing, a Statement for Management, a General Management Plan, and a Resource Management Plan.	Narrative Description*	The Aniakchak National Monument Subsistence Resource Commission is an advisory group. Federal law and regulation provide the opportunity for continued subsistence uses, including hunting, within the Aniakchak National Monument. The Commission is a forum that promotes effective communication and mutual understanding of subsistence uses and related cultural resources. The Commission consults with every appropriate local advisory committee and regional council for comment and input on draft hunting plan recommendations. The Commission develops and reviews proposals to change subsistence regulations for Aniakchak National Monument. In addition to the advisory committee and regional council consultation process directed by P.L. 96-487 (the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act), the Commission is required to hold public meetings in all areas affected by the subsistence hunting program.

COSTS

1. Payments to Non-Federal Members*	$0.00	1. Est Paymnts to Non-Fed Membrs Nxt FY*	$0.00
2. Payments to Federal Members*	$0.00	2. Est. Payments to Fed Members Next FY*	$0.00
3. Payments to Federal Staff*	$15,576.90	3. Estimated Payments to Federal Staff*	$16,044.00
4. Payments to Consultants*	$0.00	4. Est. Payments to Consultants Next FY*	$0.00
5. Travel Reimb. For Non-Federal Membrs*	$1,410.00	5. Est Travel Reimb Non-Fed Membr nxtFY*	$1,452.30
6. Travel Reimb. For Federal Members*	$0.00	6. Est Travel Reimb For Fed Members*	$0.00
7. Travel Reimb. For Federal Staff*	$1,822.75	7. Est. Travel Reimb to Fed Staf Nxt FY*	$1,877.43
8. Travel Reimb. For Consultants*	$0.00	8. Est Travel Reimb to Consltnts Nxt FY*	$0.00
10. Other Costs	$110.00	10. Est. Other Costs Next FY*	$133.30
11. Total Costs	$20,163.08	11. Est. Total Next FY*	$20,788.76
Date Cost Last Modified	9/12/2025 4:27 PM	Est. Fed Staff Support Next FY*	0.17
Federal Staff Support (FTE)*	0.17	Est Cost Remarks	The estimated costs for the next FY are calculated based on the standard 3% inflation rate.
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