Taking and Importing Marine Mammals; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to the Port of Alaska Modernization Program Phase 2: Cargo Docks Replacement Project in Anchorage, Alaska

摘要

NMFS has received a request from the Port of Alaska (POA) for authorization to take small numbers of marine mammals incidental to construction activities related to the Port of Alaska Modernization Program (PAMP) Phase 2B: Cargo Docks Replacement Project, including impact and vibratory pile driving at the POA in Anchorage, Alaska, over the course of 5 years from the date of issuance. Pursuant to regulations implementing the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), NMFS is announcing receipt of the POA's request for the development and implementation of regulations governing the incidental taking of marine mammals. NMFS invites the public to provide information, suggestions, and comments on the POA's application and request.