Eleventh Coast Guard District Annual Marine Events

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

33 CFR Part 100

[Docket No. USCG-2009-0558]

RIN 1625-AA08

Eleventh Coast Guard District Annual Marine Events

AGENCY:

Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION:

Final rule.

SUMMARY:

The Coast Guard is updating and consolidating the list of marine events occurring annually within the Eleventh Coast Guard District. These amendments standardize the special local regulations language, update listed events, delete events that are no longer occurring, add new unlisted annual events to the regulation, and standardize the format for all tables in these four sections. When these special local regulations are activated, and thus subject to enforcement, this rule would enable vessel movement restrictions in the regulated area.

DATES:

This rule is effective September 26, 2011.

ADDRESSES:

Comments and material received from the public, as well as documents mentioned in this preamble as being available in the docket, are part of docket USCG-2009-0558 and are available online by going to

http://www.regulations.gov,

inserting USCG-2009-0558 in the “Keyword” box, and then clicking “Search.” This material is also available for inspection or copying at the Docket Management Facility (M-30), U.S. Department of Transportation, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

If you have questions on this rule, call or e-mail Lieutenant Lucas Mancini, Eleventh Coast Guard District Prevention Division, Waterways Management Branch, Coast Guard; telephone 510-437-3801, e-mail

Lucas.W.Mancini@uscg.mil.

If you have questions on viewing or submitting material to the docket, call Renee V. Wright, Program Manager, Docket Operations, telephone 202-366-9826.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Regulatory Information

On February 9th, 2011, we published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) entitled Eleventh Coast Guard

District Annual Marine Events in the

Federal Register

(76 FR 27). On May 26, 2011, we published a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) of the same title to add clarifying language and change two event dates in the proposed rule (76 FR 30575). We received no comments on either the NPRM or the SNPRM or a request for public meeting. A public meeting was not held.

Background and Purpose

Marine events are annually held on a recurring basis on the navigable waters within the Eleventh Coast Guard District. These events include sailing regattas, powerboat races, rowboat races, parades, and swim events. Many of the annual events requiring special local regulations do not currently reflect changes in actual dates and other required information.

The effects of these special local regulations are to restrict general navigation in the vicinity of the events, from the start of each event until the conclusion of that event. These areas will be patrolled at the discretion of the Coast Guard. Except for persons or vessels authorized by the Coast Guard Patrol Commander, no person or vessel may enter or remain in the regulated area. These regulations are needed to keep spectators and vessels a safe distance away from the specified events to ensure the safety of participants, spectators, and transiting vessels.

Discussion of Rule

The Coast Guard is revising 33 CFR 100.1101, 100.1102, 100.1103, and adding 33 CFR 100.1104. The changes effectively update the outdated special local regulations. The amendments and addition address minor corrections required in the regulatory text.

The Coast Guard is amending 33 CFR 100.1101, 1101.1102, and 100.1103 by replacing paragraphs a and b of each section to conform to a uniform regulatory text for these sections of 33 CFR part 100 that govern annual marine events within the Eleventh Coast Guard District. Table 1 for each of the listed sections is being updated as follows: existing events that continue to occur are being updated with current information, previously unlisted events are being added, and listed events that the Coast Guard has been unable to verify as continuing are being deleted. The addition of a 33 CFR 100.1104 is needed to ease administrative burden on the event sponsors and the public by adding a specific section for annual marine events requiring special local regulations in the Los Angeles Long Beach Captain of the Port Zone.

This rule will revise the text of 33 CFR 100.1101(b)(3) and 100.1102(b)(3) to delete reference to the Patrol Commander (PATCOM) being located on the lead official patrol vessel. Often the PATCOM is located shoreside in a location that offers a better vantage point to monitor the event. The location of the PATCOM may also be dictated by radio communication requirements, or a need to be co-located with local law enforcement representatives.

Additionally, the Coast Guard will delete the limiting descriptor “commercial” in 33 CFR 100.1101(b)(4) and 100.1102(b)(4), as applied to vessels being allowed to transit through the regulated areas when permitted by PATCOM. Often the PATCOM will allow all queued vessels to transit through a zone; for example during a long break in a race. Commercial vessels are normally given preference, but we do sometimes allow recreational vessels to move.

The Coast Guard will change the dates for events listed as occurring in “late December” to “December.” 33 CFR 100.1101, Table 1, item 5, the San Diego Parade of Lights, and item 6, the Mission Bay Parade of Lights are listed as occurring in late December. For administrative efficiency and to avoid potential problems, the Coast Guard is deleting “late” to allow for required flexibility in activating the special local regulations.

Finally, the title of 33 CFR 100.1102 will be revised to clearly indicate the special local regulations that are located in the San Diego Captain of the Port Zone.

Regulatory Analyses

We developed this rule after considering numerous statutes and executive orders related to rulemaking. Below we summarize our analyses based on 13 of these statutes or executive orders.

Regulatory Planning and Review

This rule is not a significant regulatory action under section 3(f) of Executive Order 12866, Regulatory Planning and Review, as supplemented by Executive Order 13563, Improving Regulation and Regulatory Review, and does not require an assessment of potential costs and benefits under section 6(a)(3) of Executive Order 12866 or under section 1 of Executive Order 13563. The Office of Management and Budget has not reviewed it under those Orders.

We expect the economic impact of this rule to be so minimal that a full Regulatory Evaluation is unnecessary. This rule is not a significant regulatory action because the regulations exist for a limited period of time on a limited portion of the waterways. Furthermore, individuals and vessels desiring to use the affected portion of the waterways may seek permission from the Patrol Commander to use the affected areas.

Small Entities

Under the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601-612), we have considered whether this rule would have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. 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 would not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities.

We expect this rule will affect the following entities, some of which may be small entities: The owners and operators of vessels intending to fish, transit, or anchor in the waters affected by these special local regulations. These special local regulations will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities for the following reasons: Small vessel traffic will be able to pass safely around the area and vessels engaged in event activities, sightseeing and commercial fishing have ample space outside of the area governed by the special local regulations to engage in these activities. Small entities and the maritime public will be advised of implementation of these special local regulations via public notice to mariners or notice of implementation published in the

Federal Register

.

If you think that your business, organization, or governmental jurisdiction qualifies as a small entity and that this rule would have a significant economic impact on it, please submit a comment (see

ADDRESSES

) explaining why you think it qualifies and how and to what degree this rule would economically affect it.

Assistance for Small Entities

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 so that they can better evaluate its effects on them and participate in the rulemaking. 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 Lieutenant Lucas Mancini, Eleventh Coast Guard District Prevention Division, Waterways Management Branch, Coast Guard; telephone 510-437-3801, e-mail

Lucas.W.Mancini@uscg.mil.

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.

Collection of Information

This rule would call for no new collection of information under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501-3520).

Federalism

A rule has implications for federalism under Executive Order 13132, Federalism, if it has a substantial direct effect on State or local governments and would either preempt State law or impose a substantial direct cost of compliance on them. We have analyzed this rule under that Order and have determined that it does not have implications for federalism.

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 would not result in such an expenditure, we do discuss the effects of this rule elsewhere in this preamble.

Taking of Private Property

This rule would not cause a taking of private property or otherwise have taking implications under Executive Order 12630, Governmental Actions and Interference with Constitutionally Protected Property Rights.

Civil Justice Reform

This rule meets applicable standards in sections 3(a) and 3(b)(2) of Executive Order 12988, Civil Justice Reform, to minimize litigation, eliminate ambiguity, and reduce burden.

Protection of Children

We have analyzed this rule under Executive Order 13045, Protection of Children from Environmental Health Risks and Safety Risks. This rule is not an economically significant rule and would not create an environmental risk to health or risk to safety that might disproportionately affect children.

Indian Tribal Governments

This rule does not have Tribal implications under Executive Order 13175, Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments, because it would 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.

Energy Effects

We have analyzed this rule under Executive Order 13211, Actions Concerning Regulations That Significantly Affect Energy Supply, Distribution, or Use. We have determined that it is not a “significant energy action” under that order because it is not a “significant regulatory action” under Executive Order 12866 and is not likely to have a significant adverse effect on the supply, distribution, or use of energy. The Administrator of the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs has not designated it as a significant energy action. Therefore, it does not require a Statement of Energy Effects under Executive Order 13211.

Technical Standards

The National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act (NTTAA) (15 U.S.C. 272 note) directs agencies to use voluntary consensus standards in their regulatory activities unless the agency provides Congress, through the Office of Management and Budget, with an explanation of why using these standards would be inconsistent with applicable law or otherwise impractical. Voluntary consensus standards are technical standards (

e.g.,

specifications of materials, performance, design, or operation; test methods; sampling procedures; and related management systems practices) that are developed or adopted by voluntary consensus standards bodies.

This rule does not use technical standards. Therefore, we did not consider the use of voluntary consensus standards.

Environment

We have analyzed this rule under Department of Homeland Security Management Directive 023-01 and Commandant Instruction M16475.lD, which guide the Coast Guard in complying with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321-4370f), and have concluded this action is one of a category of actions that do not individually or cumulatively have a significant effect on the human environment. This rule is categorically excluded, under figure 2-1, paragraph 34(h), of the Instruction. An environmental analysis checklist and a categorical exclusion determination are available in the docket where indicated under

ADDRESSES

.

List of Subjects in 33 CFR Part 100

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

Words of Issuance and Regulatory Text

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

PART 100—MARINE EVENTS

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

Authority:

33 U.S.C. 1233.

2. Revise § 100.1101 to read as follows:

§ 100.1101

Southern California annual marine events for the San Diego Captain of the Port Zone.

(a)

General.

Special local regulations are established for the events listed in Table 1 of this section. Notice of implementation of these special local regulations will be made by publication in the

Federal Register

30 days prior to the event for those events without specific dates. In all cases, further information on exact dates, times, and other details concerning the number and type of participants and an exact geographical description of the areas are published by the Eleventh Coast Guard District in the Local Notice to Mariners at least 20 days prior to each event.

Note:

Sponsors of events listed in Table 1 of this section must submit an application each year as required by 33 CFR Part 100 to the cognizant Coast Guard Sector Commander no less than 60 days before the start of the proposed event. Sponsors are informed that ample lead time is required to inform all Federal, state, local agencies, and/or other interested parties and to provide the sponsor the best support to ensure the safety of life and property.

(b)

Special local regulations.

All persons and vessels not registered with the sponsor as participants or as official patrol vessels are considered spectators. The “official patrol” consists of any Coast Guard or other vessels assigned or approved by the cognizant Coast Guard Sector Commander to patrol each event.

(1) No spectator shall anchor, block, loiter, nor impede the through transit of participants or official patrol vessels in the regulated areas during all applicable effective dates and times unless cleared

to do so by or through an official patrol vessel.

(2) When hailed and/or signaled by an official patrol vessel, any spectator located within a regulated area during all applicable effective dates and times shall come to an immediate stop.

(3) The Patrol Commander (PATCOM) is empowered to forbid and control the movement of all vessels in the regulated area. The Patrol Commander shall be designated by the cognizant Coast Guard Sector Commander; will be a U.S. Coast Guard commissioned officer, warrant officer, or petty officer to act as the Sector Commander's official representative. As the Sector Commander's representative, the PATCOM may terminate the event any time it is deemed necessary for the protection of life and property. PATCOM may be reached on VHF-FM Channel 13 (156.65 MHz) or 16 (156.8 MHz) when required, by the call sign “PATCOM”.

(4) The Patrol Commander may, upon request, allow the transit of vessels through regulated areas when it is safe to do so.

(5) The Coast Guard may be assisted by other Federal, state, or local agencies.

Table 1 to § 100.1101

[All coordinates referenced use datum NAD 83]

1. San Diego Fall Classic

Sponsor

San Diego Rowing Club.

Event Description

Competitive rowing race.

Date

Sunday in November

Location

Mission Bay, CA.

Regulated Area

The waters of Mission Bay to include South Pacific Passage, Fiesta Bay, and the waters around Vacation Isle.

2. California Half Ironman Triathlon

Sponsor

North America Sport, Inc.

Event Description

Swimming Portion of Triathlon Race.

Date

Saturday in late March or early April.

Location

Oceanside, CA.

Regulated Area

The waters of Oceanside Harbor, CA, including the entrance channel.

3. San Diego Crew Classic

Sponsor

San Diego Crew Classic.

Event Description

Competitive rowing race.

Date

First Saturday and Sunday in April.

Location

The Mission Bay Park area of San Diego, CA.

Regulated Area

Mission Bay, the portion known as Fiesta Bay.

4. Dutch Shoe Regatta

Sponsor

San Diego Yacht Club.

Event Description

Sailboat Race.

Date

Friday in late July.

Location

San Diego, CA.

Regulated Area

The waters of San Diego Bay, CA, from Shelter Island to Glorietta Bay.

5. San Diego Parade of Lights

Sponsor

Greater Shelter Island Association.

Event Description

Boat Parade.

Date

December.

Location

San Diego Harbor.

Regulated Area

The northern portion of the San Diego Main Ship Channel from Seaport Village to the Shelter Island Basin.

6. Mission Bay Parade of Lights

Sponsor

Mission Bay Yacht Club.

Event Description

Boat Parade.

Date

December.

Location

San Diego, CA.

Regulated Area

Mission Bay, the Main Entrance Channel, Sail Bay, and Fiesta Bay.

3. Revise § 100.1102 to read as follows:

§ 100.1102

Annual marine events on the Colorado River, between Davis Dam (Bullhead City, Arizona) and Headgate Dam (Parker, Arizona) within the San Diego Captain of the Port Zone.

(a)

General.

Special local regulations are established for the events listed in Table 1 of this section. Notice of implementation of these special local regulations will be made by publication in the

Federal Register

30 days prior to the event for those events without specific dates or by Notice to Mariners 20 Days prior to the event for those

events listing a period for which a firm date is identifiable. In all cases, further information on exact dates, times, and other details concerning the number and type of participants and an exact geographical description of the areas are published by the Eleventh Coast Guard District in the Local Notice to Mariners at least 20 days prior to each event. To be placed on the mailing list for Local Notice to Mariners contact: Commander (dpw), Eleventh Coast Guard District, Coast Guard Island, Building 50-2, Alameda, CA 94501-5100.

Note:

Sponsors of events listed in Table 1 of this section must submit an application each year as required by 33 CFR part 100, subpart A, to the cognizant Coast Guard Sector Commander. Sponsors are informed that ample lead time is required to inform all Federal, state, local agencies, and/or other interested parties and to provide the sponsor the best support to ensure the safety of life and property. A Coast Guard-National Park Service agreement exists for both the Glen Canyon and Lake Mead National Recreational Areas; applicants shall contact the cognizant authority for approval of events in these areas.

(b)

Special local regulations.

All persons and vessels not registered with the sponsor as participants or as official patrol vessels are considered spectators. The “official patrol” consists of any Coast Guard, other Federal, state or local law enforcement, and any public or sponsor-provided vessels assigned or approved by the cognizant Coast Guard Sector Commander to patrol each event.

(1) No spectator shall anchor, block, loiter, nor impede the through transit of participants or official patrol vessels in the regulated areas during all applicable effective dates and times unless cleared to do so by or through an official patrol vessel.

(2) When hailed and/or signaled by an official patrol vessel, any spectator located within a regulated area during all applicable effective dates and times shall come to an immediate stop.

(3) The Patrol Commander (PATCOM) is empowered to forbid and control the movement of all vessels in the regulated area. The Patrol Commander shall be designated by the cognizant Coast Guard Sector Commander; will be a U.S. Coast Guard commissioned officer, warrant officer, or petty officer to act as the Sector Commander's official representative. As the Sector Commander's representative, the PATCOM may terminate the event any time it is deemed necessary for the protection of life and property. PATCOM may be reached on VHF-FM Channel 13 (156.65MHz) or 16 (156.8MHz) when required, by the call sign “PATCOM”.

(4) The Patrol Commander may, upon request, allow the transit of vessels through regulated areas when it is safe to do so.

(5) The Coast Guard may be assisted by other Federal, state, or local agencies.

Table 1 to § 100.1102

[All coordinates referenced use datum NAD 83]

1. Lake Havasu Winter Heat Water-Ski Race

Sponsor

National Water-ski Racing Association.

Event Description

Water-ski races.

Date

Saturday and Sunday in February.

Location

Lake Havasu, AZ.

Regulated Area

That portion of the lower Colorado River on the Arizona side between Thompson Bay and Copper Canyon.

2. Havasu Landing Regatta

Sponsor

Southern Outboard Association.

Event Description

Boat Races on closed course.

Date

Saturday and Sunday in February.

Location

Havasu Lake, CA.

Regulated Area

That portion of the lower Colorado River on the California side at Havasu Landing Resort and Casino.

3. Parker International Water-ski Race

Sponsor

International Water-ski Race Association.

Event Description

Water-ski Show.

Date

Second Saturday and Sunday in March.

Location

Parker, AZ.

Regulated Area

The entire water area of the Colorado River beginning at Bluewater Marina in Parker, AZ, and extending approximately 10 miles to La Paz County Park.

4. Desert Storm

Sponsor

Lake Racer LLC.

Event Description

Boat Poker Run and Exhibition Runs.

Date

April weekend (3 day event).

Location

Lake Havasu, AZ.

Regulated Area

The waters of the lower Colorado River encompassed by the following boundaries:

Boundary one from 34°27′44″ N, 114°20′53″ W to 34°27′51″ N, 114°20′43″ W.

Boundary two from 34°26′50″ N, 114°20′41″ W to 34°27′14″ N, 114°20′55″ W.

Boundary three from 34°26′10″ N, 114°18′40″ W to 34°25′50″ N, 114°18′52″ W.

5. Lake Havasu Grand Prix

Sponsor

POPRA.

Event Description

Boat Races on closed course.

Date

April weekend (2 day event).

Location

Lake Havasu, AZ.

Regulated Area

The waters of the lower Colorado River encompassed by the following boundaries:

Boundary one from 34°27′44″ N, 114°20′53″ W to 34°27′51″ N, 114°20′43″ W.

Boundary two from 34°26′50″ N, 114°20′41″ W to 34°27′14″ N, 114°20′55″ W.

Boundary three from 34°26′10″ N, 114°18′40″ W to 34°25′50″ N, 114°18′52″ W.

6. Bluewater Resort and Casino Spring Classic

Sponsor

Southern California Speedboat Club.

Event Description

Professional High-speed powerboat race, closed course.

Date

Saturday and Sunday in April.

Location

Parker, AZ.

Regulated Area

The Lake Moovalya area of the Colorado River in Parker, AZ.

7. IJSBA World Finals

Sponsor

International Jet Sports Boating Association.

Event Description

Personal Watercraft Race.

Date

Second Saturday through third Sunday of October (10 Days).

Location

Lake Havasu City, AZ.

Regulated Area

The navigable waters of Lake Havasu, AZ in the area known as Crazy Horse Campgrounds.

8. Parker Enduro

Sponsor

Parker Area Chamber of Commerce.

Event Description

Hydroplane, flatbottom, tunnel, and v-bottom powerboat race.

Date

Late October.

Location

Parker, AZ.

Regulated Area

Between river miles 179 and 185 (between the Roadrunner Resort and Headgate Dam).

9. Bluewater Resort and Casino Thanksgiving Regatta

Sponsor

Southern California Speedboat Club.

Event Description

Boat Races.

Date

Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday during Thanksgiving week.

Location

Parker, AZ.

Regulated Area

That portion of Lake Moovalya, Parker, AZ between the northern and southern boundaries of La Paz County Park.

10. Lake Havasu City Boat Parade of Lights

Sponsor

London Bridge Yacht Club.

Event Description

Boat parade during which vessels pass by a pre-designated vessel and then transit through the London Bridge Channel.

Date

First Saturday and Sunday in December.

Location

Lake Havasu, AZ.

Regulated Area

The limits of this temporary safety zone consists of the navigable waters of North Lake Havasu, London Bridge Channel and Thompson Bay.

4. Revise § 100.1103 to read as follows:

§ 100.1103

Northern California and Lake Tahoe area annual marine events.

(a)

General.

Special local regulations are established for the events listed in Table 1 of this section. Notice of implementation of these special local regulations will be made by publication in the

Federal Register

30 days prior to the event for those events without specific dates or by Notice to Mariners 20 Days prior to the event for those events listing a period for which a firm date is identifiable. In all cases, further information on exact dates, times, and other details concerning the number and type of participants and an exact geographical description of the areas are published by the Eleventh Coast Guard District in the Local Notice to Mariners at least 20 days prior to each event. To be placed on the mailing list for Local Notice to Mariners contact: Commander (dpw), Eleventh Coast Guard District, Coast Guard Island, Building 50-2, Alameda, CA 94501-5100.

Note:

Sponsors of events listed in Table 1 of this section must submit an application each year as required by 33 CFR part 100, subpart A, to the cognizant Coast Guard Sector Commander. Sponsors are informed that ample lead time is required to inform all Federal, state, local agencies, and/or other interested parties and to provide the sponsor the best support to ensure the safety of life and property.

(b)

Special local regulations.

All persons and vessels not registered with the sponsor as participants or as official patrol vessels are considered spectators. The “official patrol” consists of any Coast Guard; other Federal, state, or local law enforcement; and any public or sponsor-provided vessels assigned or approved by the cognizant Coast Guard Sector Commander to patrol each event.

(1) No spectator shall anchor, block, loiter, nor impede the through transit of participants or official patrol vessels in the regulated areas during all applicable effective dates and times unless cleared to do so by or through an official patrol vessel.

(2) When hailed and/or signaled by an official patrol vessel, any spectator located within a regulated area during

all applicable effective dates and times shall come to an immediate stop.

(3) The Patrol Commander (PATCOM) is empowered to forbid and control the movement of all vessels in the regulated area. The Patrol Commander shall be designated by the cognizant Coast Guard Sector Commander; will be a U.S. Coast Guard commissioned officer, warrant officer, or petty officer to act as the Sector Commander's official representative; and will be located aboard the lead official patrol vessel. As the Sector Commander's representative, the PATCOM may terminate the event any time it is deemed necessary for the protection of life and property. PATCOM may be reached on VHF-FM Channel 13 (156.65MHz) or 16 (156.8MHz) when required, by the call sign “PATCOM”.

(4) The Patrol Commander may, upon request, allow the transit of commercial vessels through regulated areas when it is safe to do so.

(5) The Coast Guard may be assisted by other Federal, state, or local agencies.

Table 1 to § 100.1103

[All coordinates referenced use datum NAD 83]

1. Redwood Heron Sprints Regatta

Sponsor

Humboldt State University Athletic Department.

Event Description

Sport rowing shells.

Date

Third Sunday in April.

Location

Eureka Inner Reach Channel.

Regulated Area

The navigable waters within an area bounded by a line starting 40°48′16″ N, 124°10′28″ W; thence to 40°48′21″ N, 124°10′28″ W; thence to 40°48′35″ N, 124°09′17″ W; thence to 40°48′30″ N, 124°09′17″ W; thence returning to the point of origin.

2. Stockton Asparagus Festival

Sponsor

City of Stockton.

Event Description

Pier side Event.

Date

Last Friday, Saturday and Sunday in April.

Location

McLeod Lake, Stockton, CA.

Regulated Area

Starting at the Port of Stockton and extending east to McLeod Lake; beginning at latitude 37°57′06″ N and longitude 121°19′35″ W; then northerly to latitude 37°57′10″ N and longitude 121°19′36″ W; then north-northeasterly to latitude 37°57′24″ N and longitude 121°17′35″ W; then south-southwesterly to latitude 37°57′15″ N and longitude 121°17′41″ W; then south-southeasterly to latitude 37°57′14″ N and longitude 121°17′31″ W; and then back to the beginning point.

3. Blessing of the Fleet

Sponsor

Corinthian Yacht Club.

Event Description

Boat parade during which vessels pass by a pre-designated platform or vessel.

Date

Last Sunday in April.

Location

San Francisco Waterfront to South Tower of Golden Gate Bridge.

Regulated Area

The area between a line drawn from Bluff Point on the southeastern side of Tiburon Peninsula to Point Campbell on the northern edge of Angel Island, and a line drawn from Peninsula Point to the southern edge of Tiburon Peninsula to Point Stuart on the western edge of Angel Island.

4. Opening Day on San Francisco Bay

Sponsor

Pacific Inter-Club Yacht Association and Corinthian Yacht Club.

Event Description

Boat parade during which vessels pass by a pre-designated platform or vessel.

Date

Last Sunday in April.

Location

San Francisco, CA waterfront: Crissy Field to Pier 39.

Regulated Area

The area defined by a line drawn from Fort Point; thence easterly approximately 5,000 yards; thence easterly to the Blossom Rock Bell Buoy; thence westerly to the Northeast corner of Pier 39; thence returning along the shoreline to the point of origin.

Special Requirements: All vessels entering the regulated area shall follow the parade route established by the sponsor and be capable of maintaining an approximate speed of 6 knots.

Commercial Vessel Traffic Allowances: The parade will be interrupted, as necessary, to permit the passage of commercial vessel traffic. Commercial traffic must cross the parade route at a no-wake speed and perpendicular to the parade route.

5. Kinetic Sculpture Race

Sponsor

Kinetic Sculpture Race Inc.

Event Description

Human Powered Craft Race.

Date

Saturday and Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend.

Location

Eureka Inner Reach Channel.

Regulated Area

The navigable waters within an area bounded by a line starting 40°48′16″ N, 124°10′28″ W; thence to 40°48′21″ N, 124°10′28″ W; thence to 40°48′35″ N, 124°09′17″ W; thence to 40°48′30″ N, 124°09′17″ W; thence returning to the point of origin.

6. Sacramento Bridge-to-Bridge Water Festival

Sponsor

Sacramento Visitors Bureau.

Event Description

Professional high-speed powerboat races.

Date

Second to last Friday, Saturday and Sunday in July.

Location

Sacramento, CA.

Regulated Area

The navigable waters within an area bounded by a line starting 38°35′49″ N, 121°30′30″ W; thence to 38°35′49″ N, 121°30′23″ W thence to 38°40′00″ N, 121°30′59″ W thence to 38°33′46″ N, 121°31′11″ W thence returning to the point of origin.

7. Humboldt Bay Paddle Fest

Sponsor

Humboldt State University Alumni Association.

Event Description

Paddle boat race.

Date

Last weekend in September or first weekend in October.

Location

Eureka Inner Reach Channel.

Regulated Area

The navigable waters within an area bounded by a line starting 40°48′16″ N, 124°10′28″ W; thence to 40°48′21″ N, 124°10′28″ W; thence to 40°48′35″ N, 124°09′17″ W; thence to 40°48′30″ N, 124°09′17″ W; thence returning to the point of origin.

8. Delta Thunder Powerboat Race

Sponsor

Pacific Offshore Power Racing Association.

Event Description

Professional high-speed powerboat race.

Date

Second Saturday, Sunday in September.

Location

Off Pittsburgh, CA in the waters around Winter Island and Brown Island.

Regulated Area

The water area of Suisun Bay commencing at Simmons Point on Chipps Island; thence southwesterly to Stake Point on the southern shore of Suisun Bay; thence easterly following the southern shoreline of Suisun Bay and New York Slough to New York Slough Buoy 13; thence north-northwesterly to the Northwestern corner of Fraser Shoal; thence northwesterly to the western tip of Chain Island; thence west-northwesterly to the northeast tip of Van Sickle Island; thence following the shoreline of Van Sickle Island and Chipps Island and returning to the point of origin.

9. Pittsburg Seafood Festival Air Show

Sponsor

City of Pittsburg, CA.

Event Description

Pittsburg Seafood Festival Air Show.

Date

Second Saturday, Sunday in September.

Location

Off Pittsburgh, CA in the waters around Winter Island and Brown Island.

Regulated Area

The water area of Suisun Bay commencing at Simmons Point on Chipps Island; thence southwesterly to Stake Point on the southern shore of Suisun Bay; thence easterly following the southern shoreline of Suisun Bay and New York Slough to New York Slough Buoy 13; thence north-northwesterly to the Northwestern corner of Fraser Shoal; thence northwesterly to the western tip of Chain Island; thence west-northwesterly to the northeast tip of Van Sickle Island; thence following the shoreline of Van Sickle Island and Chipps Island and returning to the point of origin.

5. Add § 100.1104 to read as follows:

§ 100.1104

Southern California annual marine events for the Los Angeles Long Beach Captain of the Port Zone.

(a)

General.

Special local regulations are established for the events listed in Table 1 of this section. Notice of implementation of these special local regulations will be made by publication in the

Federal Register

30 days prior to the event for those events without specific dates or by Notice to Mariners 20 days prior to the event for those events listing a period for which a firm date is identifiable. In all cases, further information on exact dates, times, and other details concerning the number and type of participants and an exact geographical description of the areas are published by the Eleventh Coast Guard District in the Local Notice to Mariners at least 20 days prior to each event. To be placed on the mailing list for Local Notice to Mariners contact: Commander (dpw), Eleventh Coast Guard District, Coast Guard Island, Building 50-2, Alameda, CA 94501-5100. Note: Sponsors of events listed in Table 1 of this section must submit an application each year as required by 33 CFR part 100, subpart A, to the cognizant Coast Guard Sector Commander. Sponsors are informed that ample lead time is required to inform all Federal, state, local agencies, and/or other interested parties and to provide the sponsor the best support to ensure the safety of life and property.

(b)

Special local regulations.

All persons and vessels not registered with the sponsor as participants or as official patrol vessels are considered spectators. The “official patrol” consists of any Coast Guard; other Federal, state, or local law enforcement; and any public or sponsor-provided vessels assigned or approved by the cognizant Coast Guard Sector Commander to patrol each event.

(1) No spectator shall anchor, block, loiter, nor impede the through transit of participants or official patrol vessels in the regulated areas during all applicable effective dates and times unless cleared to do so by or through an official patrol vessel.

(2) When hailed and/or signaled by an official patrol vessel, any spectator located within a regulated area during all applicable effective dates and times shall come to an immediate stop.

(3) The Patrol Commander (PATCOM) is empowered to forbid and control the movement of all vessels in the regulated area. The Patrol Commander shall be designated by the cognizant Coast Guard Sector Commander; will be a U.S. Coast Guard commissioned officer, warrant officer, or petty officer to act as the Sector Commander's official representative; and will be located

aboard the lead official patrol vessel. As the Sector Commander's representative, the PATCOM may terminate the event any time it is deemed necessary for the protection of life and property. PATCOM may be reached on VHF-FM Channel 13 (156.65MHz) or 16 (156.8MHz) when required, by the call sign “PATCOM.”

(4) The Patrol Commander may, upon request, allow the transit of commercial vessels through regulated areas when it is safe to do so.

(5) The Coast Guard may be assisted by other Federal, state, or local agencies.

Table 1 to § 100.1104

[All coordinates referenced use datum NAD 83]

1. Newport to Ensenada Yacht Race

Sponsor

Newport Ocean Sailing Association.

Event Description

Sailing vessel race; open ocean.

Date

Fourth Friday in April.

Location

Newport Beach, CA.

Regulated Area

Starting area only. All waters of the Pacific Ocean near Newport Beach, CA bounded by a line starting 33°35′18″ N, 117°53′18″ W thence to 33°34′54″ N, 117°53′18″ W thence to 33°34′54″ N, 117°54′30″ W thence to 33°35′18″ N, 117°54′30″ W thence returning to the point of origin.

Dated: July 19, 2011.

J.R. Castillo,

Rear Admiral, U.S. Coast Guard, Commander, Eleventh Coast Guard District.

[FR Doc. 2011-21865 Filed 8-25-11; 8:45 am]

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