March, 2021
The Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) issued a Call for Nominations to serve on the National Geospatial Advisory Committee (NGAC) on January 6, 2021. Nominations were due by February 22, 2021. All nominations received have been sent an acknowledgement message from FGDC. If you submitted a nomination but did not receive an acknowledgement, please contact ngacnominations@fgdc.gov as soon as possible.
Background
The NGAC provides advice and recommendations to the Secretary of the Interior through the FGDC related to management of Federal geospatial programs, development of the National Spatial Data Infrastructure, and the implementation of the Geospatial Data Act of 2018 (GDA). The NGAC reviews and comments on geospatial policy and management issues and provides a forum for views of non-Federal stakeholders in the geospatial community. The NGAC is a Federal Advisory Committee authorized through the GDA which operates in accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA).
The NGAC includes up to 30 members, selected to generally achieve a balanced representation of the viewpoints of the various stakeholders involved in national geospatial activities. NGAC members are appointed for staggered terms, and nominations received through this call for nominations may be used to fill vacancies on the NGAC that will become available in 2021 and 2022. Nominations will be reviewed by the FGDC and additional information may be requested from nominees. Final selection and appointment of NGAC members will be made by the Secretary of the Interior.
The NGAC meets approximately 3-4 times per year. NGAC members will serve without compensation, but travel and per diem costs will be provided by the U.S. Geological Survey. Committee meetings are open to the public. Notice of committee meetings are published in the Federal Register at least 15 days before the date of the meeting. The public will have an opportunity to provide input at these meetings.
The NGAC Charter includes additional information about the NGAC’s roles and responsibilities.
Resources
- FGDC Announcement (pdf)
- Federal Register Notice (pdf)
Contact
- For additional information or questions, please contact John Mahoney (jmahoney@usgs.gov, 206-220-2621)