# Advisory Committee for Polar Programs; Notice of Meeting
In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92-463, as amended), the National Science Foundation (NSF) announces the following meeting:
*Name and Committee Code:* Advisory Committee for Polar Programs (1130).
*Date and Time:* September 10, 2020; 10:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; September 11, 2029; 10:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
*Place:* National Science Foundation, 2415 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22314 (Virtual).
*Type of Meeting:* Open.
*Contact Person:* Andrew Backe, National Science Foundation, Room W 7237, 2415 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22314; Phone 703-292-2454.
*Minutes:* May be obtained from the contact person listed above.
*Purpose of Meeting:* To provide advice and recommendations to the National Science Foundation concerning support for polar research, education, infrastructure and logistics, and related activities.
**Agenda**
**September 10, 2020; 10:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (Virtual)**
• COVID 19 Impacts
• Alaska Native Letter
• Discussion regarding Subcommittee on Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
• Review of Antarctic Sciences Committee of Visitors (COV) Report
• USAP Polar Vessel Requirements Updates
• NSF GEO Activities Updates
**September 11, 2020; 10:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (Virtual)**
• Advisory Committee Liaison Updates
• Meeting with the NSF Director & Chief Operating Officer
• NSF Response to the Arctic Portfolio Review Updates
• Review of Arctic Sciences COV Report
Dated: August 4, 2020.
Crystal Robinson,
Committee Management Officer.