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Texas Bond Review Board

Biweekly Report of the 2001 Private Activity Bond Allocation Program

The information that follows is a report of the 2001 Private Activity Bond Allocation Program for the period of May 26, 2001 through June 8, 2001.

Total amount of state ceiling remaining unreserved for the $325,809,688 subceiling for qualified mortgage bonds under the Act as of June 8, 2001: $116,440,494.50

Total amount of state ceiling remaining unreserved for the $143,356,262 subceiling for state-voted issue bonds under the Act as of June 8, 2001: $143,356,262

Total amount of state ceiling remaining unreserved for the $97,742,906 subceiling for qualified small issue bonds under the Act as of June 8, 2001: $88,242,906

Total amount of state ceiling remaining unreserved for the $215,034,394 subceiling for residential rental project bonds under the Act as of June 8, 2001: $6,499,394

Total amount of state ceiling remaining unreserved for the $136,840,069 subceiling for student loans bonds under the Act as of June 8, 2001: $69

Total amount of state ceiling remaining unreserved for the $384,455,431 subceiling for all other issue bonds under the Act as of June 8, 2001: $3,250,431

Total amount of the $1,303,238,750 state ceiling remaining unreserved under the Act as of June 8, 2001: $357,789,556.50

Following is a comprehensive listing of applications, which have received a Certificate of Reservation pursuant to the Act from May 26, 2001 through June 8, 2001:

1) Issuer: Brazos Harbor IDC

User: Rangen, Inc.

Description: Qualified Small Issue--Angleton, Texas

Amount: $1,000,000

2) Issuer: TDHCA

User: The Meridian Apartments

Description: Multifamily Residential Rental Project--The Meridian Apts.

Amount: $10,995,000

Following is a comprehensive listing of applications, which have issued and delivered the bonds and received a Certificate of Allocation pursuant to the Act from May 26, 2001 through June 8, 2001:

1) Issuer: Hidalgo/Willacy HFC

User: Eligible Borrowers

Description: Single Family Mortgage Revenue Bonds

Amount: $20,602,500

2) Issuer: Brazos County HFC

User: Southgate Village Apartments

Description: Multifamily Residential Rental Project--Southgate Village Apts.

Amount: $7,000,000

3) Issuer: North Texas Higher Education Authority, Inc.

User: Eligible Borrowers

Description: Student Loan Bonds

Amount: $31,840,000

For a more comprehensive and up-to-date summary of the 2001 Private Activity Bond Allocation Program, please visit the website (www.brb.state.tx.us). If you have any questions or comments, please contact Steve Alvarez, Program Administrator, at (512) 475-4803 or via email at alvarez@brb.state.tx.us.

TRD-200103430

Steve Alvarez

Program Administrator

Texas Bond Review Board

Filed: June 18, 2001

Texas Cancer Council

Request for Applications

Introduction:

The Texas Cancer Council (TCC) announces the availability of state funds to be awarded to support the Texas Cancer Plan . Funds will be awarded to the selected entity or individual that develops and implements an effective plan to identify, seek and secure public and private grant funds to enhance cancer control in Texas. This enhancement will be accomplished by expanding TCC's ability to implement all four goals of the Texas Cancer Plan ; primary emphasis will concentrate on expanding Goals I and II, Prevention Information Services and Early Detection and Treatment respectively.

TCC emphasizes initiatives that prevent and reduce cancer for underserved Texans. Initial funding will be awarded from December 1, 2001 through August 31, 2002 and the maximum amount will be $50,000 for that time period. This is expected to be a multi-year project; however, the applicant must reapply each year for continuation funds. Future funding beyond year one will be contingent upon applicant's success. Success will be measured by the overall effectiveness of the plan in securing grant funds for the TCC and/or TCC funded projects.

Purpose:

The purpose of this Request for Applications (RFA) is to solicit statewide applications to assist the TCC in identifying, seeking, and securing public or private grant funds to further the goals of the Texas Cancer Plan .

Eligibility requirements:

To be considered for funding, a Letter of intent must include a project plan and proposed budget, and be submitted by an entity or individual that will serve as the fiscal agent and legal contractor for the project. The lead entity may be a governmental agency, educational institution, a nonprofit organization, a for-profit organization or an individual applicant.

Letters of intent must be received in the TCC office by 5:00 p.m. July 31, 2001. TCC will acknowledge receipt of letters of intent in writing. Letters of intent may be mailed to P.O. Box 12097, Austin, Texas 78711, or sent by facsimile machine: (512) 475-2563. Applicants are encouraged to contact the TCC immediately upon sending a letter of intent to ensure that the letter is received. Contact TCC at (512) 463-3190.

Letter of intent requirements:

Letters of intent should identify the lead contractor and concisely describe previous grant writing experience and success in the area of health care; familiarity with private, local, state, and federal agency grant writing rules and regulations; experience in conducting training or workshops in grant writing; and planning and project management experience. A project plan and proposed budget to provide the service is also required. Letters of intent, project plan and proposed budget should not exceed five (5) pages total and must be submitted in a font-size no smaller than 11 point.

Semi-finalist selection and application preparation workshop:

TCC staff will review all letters of intent and select semi-finalists based on the criteria outlined in this funding announcement. By August 27, semi-finalists will be notified by telephone of their selection as a semi-finalist, mailed a funding application packet, and invited to an orientation workshop to be held in Austin on September 10, 2001. The workshop will be open to all semi-finalists and will be conducted to clarify RFA requirements, provide an overview of TCC responsibilities and clarify Council expectations. Semi-finalists are responsible for any travel expenses (parking, transportation, lodging, etc.) incurred to attend the workshop.

Application requirements:

Applications from the semi-finalists are due at the TCC office by 5 p.m. on October 1, 2001. Applications must be submitted according to the TCC's application instructions and forms. Applications sent by facsimile machine will not be accepted . Application instructions provide information about disallowable expenses, reimbursement policies, and reporting requirements. Application materials and a copy of the Texas Cancer Plan can be obtained by calling (512) 463-3190.

Applicant qualifications:

The applicant should demonstrate:

* 6-7 years of progressive program experience with a history of accomplishing successful funding proposals including budget development;

* Significant organizational skills, the ability to work well under pressure, strong computer skills and excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills; and

* Evidence of the ability to work collaboratively with partners to secure grant funding.

Success in securing health related grants for underserved populations is preferred.

Project requirements:

The project funded under this initiative must develop a plan and begin implementing a grant program for the Texas Cancer Council, its projects and potential projects. This program will create an innovative, effective process to identify and acquire potential cancer prevention and control funding sources (public and private). Other elements include the design of a resource list of potential funding sources and a system to monitor progress. Implementation phase may include developing cancer grant applications, designing and conducting grantsmanship training and workshops, and providing ongoing technical assistance to TCC projects and potential projects. Project staff will interface with private, state and federal organizations to coordinate grant funding activities, and will prepare a formal report that describes an effective plan and program for the Council to follow which results in additional funding for Council projects. The report is due to the Council on June 1, 2002. The applicant will interact frequently and regularly with TCC staff and project staff. This interaction may include visits to Council headquarters in Austin 4-6 times per year.

Funding awards:

TCC staff will review applications for completeness and technical merit. The Council will make final funding decisions on or about November 9, 2001. Written notification of approval will be sent on or about November 16, 2001. All applicants will receive written notification of the Council's decisions regarding their applications.

The Council's funding decision will be based on:

* Applicant's qualifications to successfully accomplish the project;

* Reasonableness of budgeted amounts and appropriateness of budget justifications;

* Evidence of a sound and effective plan for accomplishing the project; and

* Completeness and clarity of the application.

All TCC projects are funded via a cost reimbursement basis. Reimbursement may be submitted monthly or quarterly, as preferred by the project.

It is anticipated that one project will be selected under this initiative to receive Council funding. TCC funding is based on the merit of the application received and the availability of funding.

All TCC funded projects must submit annual continuation applications. The Council will award annual continuation contracts based upon a review of the contractor's achievement of the prior year's work plan objectives and performance measure projections, the merits of the contractor's continuation application, and the availability of Council funding. Future year funding for this project is projected to be up to $67,000 per year.

The TCC has sole discretion and reserves the right to reject any or all applications received in response to this funding announcement. This announcement does not constitute a commitment by TCC to award a contract or to pay costs incurred in the preparation of an application.

Use of funds:

TCC funds are intended for start-up expenses and operational costs, such as staff salaries and basic benefits, education materials, and other administrative expenses. Funds may not be used for indirect costs, remodeling of buildings or reduction of deficits from pre-existing operations. Further, funds may not be used to supplant existing funds or services, or to duplicate existing resources or services.

Additional information:

For additional information about this funding announcement, contact Doug Mitchell, Assistant Program Manager, Texas Cancer Council, P.O. Box 12097, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463-3190.

TRD-200103487

Mickey L. Jacobs, M.S.H.P.

Executive Director

Texas Cancer Council

Filed: June 20, 2001

Coastal Coordination Council

Notice and Opportunity to Comment on Requests for Consistency Agreement/Concurrence Under the Texas Coastal Management Program

On January 10, 1997, the State of Texas received federal approval of the Coastal Management Program (CMP) (62 Federal Register pp. 1439-1440). Under federal law, federal agency activities and actions affecting the Texas coastal zone must be consistent with the CMP goals and policies identified in 31 TAC Chapter 501. As required by federal law, the public is given an opportunity to comment on the consistency of proposed activities in the coastal zone undertaken or authorized by federal agencies. Pursuant to 31 TAC §§506.25, 506.32, and 506.41, the public comment period for these activities extends 30 days from the date published on the Coastal Coordination Council web site. Requests for federal consistency review were received for the following projects(s) during the period of June 8, 2001 through June 14, 2001. The public comment period for these projects will close at 5:00 p.m. on July 20, 2001.

FEDERAL AGENCY ACTIONS:

Applicant: Central Power & Light; Location: The project site is located at the Corpus Christi Ship Channel's Industrial Canal at Corps of Engineers Station 1197+13, and will span from the Central Power and Light Company Nueces Bay Power Station on the north side of the ship channel, and thence across the ship channel to a co-generation facility at the CITGO Refinery, Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas. The project can be located on the U.S.G.S. quadrangle map entitled Corpus Christi, Texas. Approximate UTM Coordinates: Zone 14; Easting: 656500; Northing: 3077500. CCC Project Number: 01-0210-F1; Description of Proposed Action: The applicant proposes to directionally drill a 138 kV electric transmission line below the Corpus Christi Ship Channel (CCSC) to connect the electrical power co-generation facility at the CITGO Refinery to the CPL Nueces Bay Power Station. The bore would run diagonally across the CCSC. The bore hole size would be approximately 36 inches in diameter and the electric transmission line conduit bundle would be approximately 30 inches in diameter. The total length of the bore would be approximately 2300 linear feet. The top of the transmission line would be at elevation -75 feet Mean Low Tide or lower as it crosses below the CCSC. All surface work is to take place on uplands. No discharge or fill material would result from this project. Type of Application: U.S.A.C.E. permit application #22378 under §10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C.A. 403).

Applicant: Village of Surfside Beach; Location: The project site is located at Surfside Beach, Brazoria County, Texas, U.S.G.S. quadrangle map entitled Freeport, Texas. Approximate UTM Coordinates: Zone 15; Easting: 277000, Northing: 3203900. CCC Project Number: 01-0214-F1 Description of Proposed Action: The applicant proposes to place additional sand on their pedestrian beach, located at Surfside Beach. The original permit authorized the applicant to place 44,000 cubic yards of sand on the beach above mean high tide. This proposed amendment would authorize the placement of an additional 74,000 cubic yards of sand along the same stretch of beach. A portion of this new sand would be placed 1-foot shoreward of the original beach nourishment project, below the mean high tide line. Type of Application: U.S.A.C.E. permit application #21345(01) under §10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C.A. 403) and §404 of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. §§125-1387).

Applicant: Donald Bagby; Location: The project site is located at 218 Dead Ends Drive on the south shore of Copano Bay, Rockport, Arnasas County, Texas. The project can be located on the U.S.G.S. quadrangle map entitled Rockport, Texas. Approximate UTM Coordinates: Zone 14; Easting: 688500, Northing: 3107500. CCC Project Number: 01-0218-F1; Description of Proposed Action: A coordination letter was previously issued for a proposal to construct a 8-foot by 10-foot walkway section and a 10.5-foot by 8-foot high (above pier deck) boatlift as an addition to an existing residential pier. The applicant has revised the request and now proposes to extend the existing 300-foot pier by 170 feet with a 10-foot by 30-foot T-head. A 16-foot by 25-foot boatlift is also proposed. Type of Application: U.S.A.C.E. permit application #19914(01) under §10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C.A. 403).

FEDERAL AGENCY ACTIVITIES:

Applicant: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Galveston District; CCC Project Number: 01-0212-F2; Description of Proposed Activity: The applicant proposes to extend the expiration date of Department of the Army General Permit #17446(01) from December 31, 2000 to December 31, 2006. The General Permit authorizes the construction of spur jetties to control erosion for bank stabilization activities.

Pursuant to §306(d)(14) of the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C.A. §§1451-1464), as amended, interested parties are invited to submit comments on whether a proposed action is or is not consistent with the Texas Coastal Management Program goals and policies and whether the action should be referred to the Coastal Coordination Council for review.

Further information for the applications listed above may be obtained from Ms. Diane P. Garcia, Council Secretary, Coastal Coordination Council, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Room 617, Austin, Texas 78701-1495, or diane.garcia@glo.state.tx.us. Comments should be sent to Ms. Garcia at the above address or by fax at (512) 475-0680.

TRD-200103491

Larry R. Soward

Chief Clerk, General Land Office

Coastal Coordination Council

Filed: June 20, 2001

Comptroller of Public Accounts

Notice of Request for Information

Request for Information: Pursuant to §403.028, Texas Government Code, the Comptroller of Public Accounts (Comptroller) issues this Request for Information (RFI) from qualified, independent individuals, firms, and institutions to provide information specified below to assist Comptroller in developing a methodology to measure the incidence of potential fraud and abuse in the Texas Medicaid Program (Program) contracts with Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs). Comptroller plans to conduct a pilot study to measure the incidence of fraud and abuse in the State of Texas Access Reform (STAR) Medicaid managed care program and a methodology must be developed to measure fraud and abuse. The portion of the managed care delivery model that would be subject to the pilot study is the HMO contracts. Comptroller has published two studies measuring the incidence of potential fraud and abuse in the Medicaid acute care fee-for-service program. The most recent report, entitled Texas Health Care Claims Study, is available at http://www.window.state.tx.us. Qualified, interested respondents must review and respond to this RFI no later than 2:00 p.m., Central Zone Time (CZT), Tuesday, July 31, 2001.

Issuing Office and Closing Date: Parties interested in submitting information in response to this RFI must submit their written responses to: William Clay Harris, Assistant General Counsel, Contracts, Comptroller of Public Accounts, 111 E. 17th St., Room G-24, Austin, Texas, 78774, telephone number: (512) 305-8673, no later than 2:00 p.m. Central Zone Time (CZT), on Tuesday, July 31, 2001. All written responses to this RFI must be received in the issuing office specified above prior to 2:00 p.m. (CZT) on the deadline in order to be considered; responses received after this time and deadline will not be considered.

Responses and Costs: Comptroller reserves the right, in its sole judgment and discretion, to accept or reject any or all responses. Responses received by the deadline will be subject to evaluation by Comptroller and/or a committee and all responses shall become the property of Comptroller. Responses will be public information and available to any requester. Comptroller is under no legal or other obligation whatsoever to issue a solicitation or execute a contract on the basis of this notice or any response received as a result of issuance of this RFI. Comptroller shall pay for no costs whatsoever incurred by any individual or entity in responding to this RFI. Copyrighted responses will be disqualified.

Information Requested: All Responses must be written, fifteen pages or less, and include the following information: (1) Respondent Information: full name and address, complete with contact name, phone, fax number, and e-mail addresses; year established; description of services provided; number of employees in organization, broken out by relevant experience; examples of similar services provided to other accounts of a similar size; and literature, handouts, brochures, videos and similar information regarding respondent's organization; (2) Scope of Information Requested: respondent must describe how respondent proposes to select the sample, including sample size; describe how to evaluate and use encounter data for conduct of the pilot study; describe how to evaluate the sample for fraud and abuse; describe how to classify findings as potential fraud and abuse in the managed care environment; and provide information about previous measurement studies conducted in public or private sector HMO health care delivery models. All responses must be organized according to the following format and order: (A) Table of Contents; (B) Organizational Information requested in (1), above; (C) Narrative describing how Medicaid Managed Care portion of the pilot study should be conducted (5 pages or less) requested in (2), above; (D) Description of Respondent's experience in the topic areas listed in (2), above; and (E) Copies of relevant products and reports delivered by respondent in the topic areas set forth in (2), above. All responses must be submitted no later than 2:00 p.m., CZT, Tuesday, July 31, 2001.

TRD-200103490

Pamela Ponder

Deputy General Counsel for Contracts

Comptroller of Public Accounts

Filed: June 20, 2001

Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner

Notice of Rate Ceilings

The Consumer Credit Commissioner of Texas has ascertained the following rate ceilings by use of the formulas and methods described in 303.003, 303.009, and 304.003, Tex. Fin. Code.

The weekly ceiling as prescribed by §303.003 and §303.009 for the period of 06/25/01 - 07/01/01 is 18% for Consumer 1 /Agricultural/Commercial 2 /credit thru $250,000.

The weekly ceiling as prescribed by §303.003 and §303.009 for the period of 06/25/01 - 07/01/01 is 18% for Commercial over $250,000.

The judgment ceiling as prescribed by §304.003 for the period of 07/01/01 - 07/31/01 is 10% for Consumer/Agricultural/Commercial/credit thru $250,000.

The judgment ceiling as prescribed by §304.003 for the period of 07/01/01 - 07/31/01 is 10% for Commercial over $250,000.

1 Credit for personal, family or household use.

2 Credit for business, commercial, investment or other similar purpose.

TRD-200103461

Leslie L. Pettijohn

Commissioner

Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner

Filed: June 19, 2001

Credit Union Department

Application(s) for a Merger or Consolidation

Notice is given that the following applications have been filed with the Texas Credit Union Department and are under consideration:

An application was received from Jefferson County Employees Credit Union (Beaumont) seeking approval to merge with Beaumont Telco Federal Credit Union (Beaumont) with the latter being the surviving credit union.

Comments or a request for a meeting by any interested party relating to an application must be submitted in writing within 30 days from the date of this publication. Any written comments must provide all information that the interested party wishes the Department to consider in evaluating the application. All information received will be weighed during consideration of the merits of an application. Comments or a request for a meeting should be addressed to the Texas Credit Union Department, 914 East Anderson Lane, Austin, Texas 78752-1699.

TRD-200103478

Harold E. Feeney

Commissioner

Credit Union Department

Filed: June 20, 2001

Application(s) to Expand Field of Membership

Notice is given that the following applications have been filed with the Credit Union Department and are under consideration:

An application was received from Community Credit Union, Plano, Texas to expand its field of membership. The proposal would permit persons who work or reside within a 5 mile radius of the following CCU branch locations: 1301 Custer Road, Plano, Texas and 2225 West Ledbetter, Dallas, Texas, to be eligible for membership in the credit union.

An application was received from Texans Credit Union, Richardson, Texas to expand its field of membership. The proposal would permit the Texas-based employees of Computer Associates to be eligible for membership in the credit union.

An application was received from West Texas Credit Union, El Paso, Texas to expand its field of membership. The proposal would permit persons who work or reside within a 15 mile radius of each West Texas Credit Union office, excluding the country of Mexico, the state of New Mexico, and persons eligible for primary membership in any occupation or association based credit union with a full service office in the specified geographic area and having a total membership of less than 10,000 at the time membership is sought to be eligible for membership in the credit union.

An application was received from Fort Worth Community Credit Union, Fort Worth, Texas to expand its field of membership. The proposal would permit persons who live, work or attend school in Tarrant County, Texas to be eligible for membership in the credit union.

An application was received from Texaco Houston Credit Union, Bellaire, Texas to expand its field of membership. The proposal would permit the employees or members of companies or associations which are located in the following buildings: Texaco Bellaire Office Complex, Texaco Heritage Plaza Building, The Associated Credit Card Services, Aramco Twin Towers, to be eligible for membership in the credit union.

An application was received from Tyler City Employees Credit Union, Tyler, Texas to expand its field of membership. The proposal would permit the full time, part time and contract employees, as well as elected and appointed officials of the City of Tyler, Tyler, Texas to be eligible for membership in the credit union.

An application was received from City Credit Union, Dallas, Texas to expand its field of membership. The proposal would permit persons who work or reside in Dallas County, Texas to be eligible for membership in the credit union.

An application was received from Pegasus Credit Union, Dallas, Texas to expand its field of membership. The proposal would permit persons who work or reside within a ten (10) mile radius of the following Pegasus Credit Union office locations, excluding persons eligible for primary membership in any occupation or association based credit union with a full service office in the specified geographic area and having a total membership of less than 10,000 at the time membership is sought to be eligible for membership in the credit union: Main office, 1201 Main Street, Dallas; Pegasus Place Service Center, 3000 Pegasus Park, Dallas; North Dallas Service Center, 5001 Spring Valley, Dallas; Akard Service Center, 1416 Main Street, Dallas; Denton Service Center, 2800 Airport Road, Denton; and Atascocita Service Center, 7506 FM 1960 East, Atascocita.

An application was received from Austin Metropolitan Financial Credit Union, Austin, Texas to expand its field of membership. The proposal would permit the employees and members of National Hospice Support Foundation who live or work in the continental United States and National Hospice Support Foundation as a separate entity to be eligible for membership in the credit union.

An application was received from Southwest Resource Credit Union, Baytown, Texas to expand its field of membership. The proposal would permit persons who work or reside within the boundaries of the Goose Creek, Barbers Hill, and Crosby Independent School Districts, as well as the area within the city limits of Baytown commonly known as Lynchburg to be eligible for membership in the credit union.

An application was received from Star One Credit Union, Sunnyvale Credit Union to expand the field of membership of its branch office located in Austin, Texas. The proposal would permit the employees of Prodigy Communications who work at or are paid from Austin, Texas to be eligible for membership in the credit union.

Comments or a request for a meeting by any interested party relating to an application must be submitted in writing within 30 days from the date of this publication. Credit unions that wish to comment on any application must also complete a Notice of Protest form. The form may be obtained by contacting the Department at (512) 837-9236. Any written comments must provide all information that the interested party wishes the Department to consider in evaluating the application. All information received will be weighed during consideration of the merits of an application. Comments or a request for a meeting should be addressed to the Texas Credit Union Department, 914 East Anderson Lane, Austin, Texas 78752-1699.

TRD-200103477

Harold E. Feeney

Commissioner

Credit Union Department

Filed: June 20, 2001

Notice of Final Action Taken

In accordance with the provisions of 7 TAC Section 91.103, the Credit Union Department provides notice of the final action taken on the following application(s):

Application(s) to Expand Field of Membership - Approved

Tuboscope Employees Credit Union, Houston, Texas - See Texas Register issue dated April 30, 2001

Application(s) to Amend Articles of Incorporation - Approved

Tuboscope Employees Credit Union, Houston, Texas - See Texas Register issue dated April 30, 2001

Application(s) for Foreign Credit Union to Operate a Branch Office - Approved

Premier America Credit Union, Chatsworth, California - See Texas Register issue dated May 25, 2001

TRD-200103476

Harold E. Feeney

Commissioner

Credit Union Department

Filed: June 20, 2001

Texas Department of Criminal Justice

Corrected Notice to Bidders

The Texas Youth Commission invites bids for the construction of a new Administrative Segregation/Infirmary Building at the Texas Youth Commission facility, Gainesville, Texas. This notice is a correction to the Notice to Bidders published in the June 15, 2001, issue of the Texas Register (26 TexReg 4549). The project consists of new construction of a one story, metal prefabricated building, and associated paving at the existing TYC Gainesville Unit, Gainesville State School, 1379 FM 678, Gainesville, Texas 76240. The size of the building is approximately 11,000 square feet. The work includes activities (ex. civil, architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, security electronics, structural, concrete and steel pre-engineered metal building) as further shown in the Contract Documents prepared by: Wiginton Hooker Jeffery Architects.

The successful bidder will be required to meet the following requirements and submit evidence within five days after receiving notice of intent to award from the Owner:

A. Contractor must have a minimum of five consecutive years of experience as a General Contractor and provide references for at least three projects within the last five years that have been completed of a dollar value and complexity equal to or greater than the proposed project.

B. Contractor must be bondable and insurable at the levels required.

All Bids must be accompanied by a Bid Guarantee in the amount of 5.0% of greatest amount bid. Bid Guarantee may be in the form of a Bid Bond or Certified Check. Performance and Payment Bonds in the amount of 100% of the contract amount will be required upon award of a contract. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids, and to waive any informality or irregularity.

Bid Documents can be purchased from the Architect/Engineer at a cost of $ 100 (non-refundable) per set, inclusive of mailing/delivery costs, or they may be viewed at various plan rooms. Payment checks for documents should be made payable to the Architect/Engineer : Wiginton Hooker Jeffery Architects, 9696 Skillman, Suite 255, Dallas, Texas 75243, Att: Scott Barnes; Phone: (214) 349-5558, FAX: (214) 349-2522.

A Pre-Bid conference will be held at 10AM on July 3, 2001, at the Texas Youth Commission Unit, Gainesville State School, Gainesville Texas, followed by a site-visit. ATTENDANCE IS MANDATORY.

Bids will be publicly opened and read at 2PM on July 19, 2001, in the Purchases and Leases Conference Room, located at, Two Financial Plaza, Suite 525, Huntsville, Texas 77340.

The Texas Youth Commission requires the Contractor to make a good faith effort to include Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB's) in at least 26.1% of the total value of this construction contract award. Attention is called to the fact that not less than the minimum wage rates prescribed in the Special Conditions must be paid on these projects.

TRD-200103427

Carl Reynolds

General Counsel

Texas Department of Criminal Justice

Filed: June 18, 2001

Texas Education Agency

Notice of Contract Award

Description. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) solicited a contractor(s) through Request for Proposals (RFP) #701-01-018 to develop the initial accounting policy and procedure manual documenting the expenditure processing requirements in TEA's Integrated Statewide Administrative System (ISAS), which is a modified version of PeopleSoft's Public Sector Financial Applications (version 7.02), including general ledger, accounts payable, and purchasing. The RFP notice appeared in the April 13, 2001, issue of the Texas Register (26 TexReg 2870).

The amount of the contract is $99,500.00. The contract period is from June 1, 2001 to August 31, 2001. The contract was awarded to SoCo Consulting, Inc., 1011 Westlake Drive, Austin, Texas 78746.

For additional information, contact Shirley Beaulieu, Fiscal Division, TEA, (512) 475-3773.

TRD-200103488

Criss Cloudt

Associate Commissioner, Accountability Reporting and Research

Texas Education Agency

Filed: June 20, 2001

Request for Applications Concerning Prekindergarten and Kindergarten Grant Program, 2001-2002 School Year, Cycle 5

Eligible Applicants. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is requesting applications under Request for Applications (RFA) #701-01-028 from school districts, shared services arrangements of school districts, and/or open-enrollment charter schools to continue programs implemented during the 2000- 2001 school year in either Cycle 3 or Cycle 4. Also, applications are requested from school districts, shared services arrangements of school districts, and/or open-enrollment charter schools that did not have Cycle 3 or Cycle 4 grants to expand their existing half-day prekindergarten programs to full- day programs.

Description. Cycle 5 of the grant program will be used to provide continuing operating funds for programs that were implemented in the 2000-2001 school year and funds permitting, for the expansion of existing half-day prekindergarten programs to full-day programs for those school districts and open-enrollment charter schools that did not have programs during the 2000-2001 school year.

Dates of Project. The Prekindergarten and Kindergarten Grant Program (Cycle 5, Prekindergarten Expansion Grants) will be implemented during the 2001-2002 school year. Cycle 5 expansion grants may be renewed for the 2002-2003 school year, provided all terms and conditions of 2001-2002 funding awards have been met.

Project Amount. The 77th Texas Legislature, 2001, appropriated $100 million per year to the Prekindergarten and Kindergarten Grant Program for the 2001-2002 and 2002-2003 school years, representing a total of $200 million in state funds. Cycle 5 grants will be funded based on the additional attendance in the same manner as current Foundation School Program funding.

Selection Criteria. Applications must address each requirement as specified in the RFA to be considered for funding. Priority will be given to school districts and open-enrollment charter schools that received awards under previous Cycle 3 or Cycle 4 funding. If funds remain after funding this priority group, new expansion programs will be funded. Within the group of new expansion program applicants, priority will be given to school districts and open-enrollment charter schools where student performance on the Grade 3 Texas Assessment of Academic Skills (TAAS) tests falls substantially below the state average. Additional priority will be given to school districts and open-enrollment charter schools that serve the highest percentages of eligible (limited English proficient, educationally disadvantaged, and homeless) children. Educationally disadvantaged is defined as those children eligible to participate in the national free or reduced-price lunch program.

The TEA is not obligated to approve an application, provide funds, or endorse any application submitted in response to this RFA. This RFA does not commit TEA to pay any costs before an application is approved. The issuance of this RFA does not obligate TEA to award a grant or pay any costs incurred in preparing a response.

Requesting the Application. Copies of the RFA may be obtained by writing the Document Control Center, Room 6-108, Texas Education Agency, William B. Travis Building, 1701 N. Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701; by calling (512) 463-9304; by faxing (512) 463-9811; or by e-mailing dcc@tea.state.tx.us. Please refer to the RFA number and title in your request. Provide your name, complete mailing address, and telephone number including area code. The announcement letter and complete RFA will also be posted on the TEA website at http://www.tea.state.tx.us/grant/announcements/grants2.cgi for viewing and downloading.

Further Information. For clarifying information about the RFA or the Prekindergarten and Kindergarten Grant Program, contact Clem Gallerson, School Finance and Fiscal Analysis Department, TEA, (512) 463-8994. Questions regarding prekindergarten curriculum and programs should be addressed to Cami Jones, Curriculum and Professional Development, TEA, (512) 463-9501.

Deadline for Receipt of Applications. Applications must be received in the Document Control Center of the TEA by 5:00 p.m. Central Time, Thursday, July 26, 2001, to be considered.

TRD-200103489

Criss Cloudt

Associate Commissioner, Accountability Reporting and Research

Texas Education Agency

Filed: June 20, 2001

Texas Department of Health

Licensing Actions for Radioactive Materials

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TRD-200103475

Susan K. Steeg

General Counsel

Texas Department of Health

Filed: June 20, 2001

Texas Health and Human Services Commission

Planning Forum and Public Hearing

The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), in collaboration with the Health and Human Services agencies and the UT System Texas-Mexico Border Health Coordination Office, will conduct one of a series of statewide public hearings to receive public comment on the development of the Health and Human Services Coordinated Strategic Plan and to fulfill statutory local planning requirements. The public hearing is required under §531.022(d)(4), Government Code, and §531.036, Government Code, and is intended to produce the following outcomes: (1) Increase local involvement and participation in the planning process. (2) Provide feedback to local communities on statewide and regional progress made on health and human services goals and strategic priorities since the community forums in 1999. (3) Solicit input from the communities on the effectiveness of current health and human services efforts. (4) Update regional demographic information and needs profiles. (5) Assess local capacity to address the strategic priorities. (6) Foster grass roots support for/build community coalitions to improve health and human service delivery in the area.

A public hearing and community planning forum will be conducted in Weslaco, Texas on July 19 and 20, 2001. The planning forum is intended to provide the opportunity for public input and participation. Agency clients and consumers of health and human services, advocates, consumer advisors, local state agency representatives, local governmental and non-governmental representatives, service providers and other interested parties are encouraged to participate.

The Health and Human Services Agencies will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on July 19, 2001 beginning at 6:00 p.m. Testimony and comments should focus on regional needs and suggestions for the most effective ways to deliver and coordinate services funded by the state. Written comments may be submitted to the Health and Human Services Commission until 5:00 p.m., Central Time, on July 26, 2001. Please address written comments to the attention of Colleen Edwards at HHSC, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., 4th Floor, Austin, Texas 78751, Fax (512) 424-6590 or Email: colleen.edwards@hhsc.state.tx.us.

The planning forum will be held on July 20, 2001, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Central Time, at the Best Western Palm Aire, 415 South International Boulevard, Weslaco, Texas. The morning session will provide state and regional progress reports, local demographic information and needs assessments. In the afternoon, facilitated break-out group activities will be conducted for members of the community to discuss specific strategic priorities that significantly impact the Rio Grande Valley region. Topics will focus on the health and wellness needs of children, access to long-term care services and "successful aging", and adolescent issues.

AGENDA

Public Hearing - July 19, 2001

I. Registration for public testimony (5:30 p.m.)

II. Public Comment (6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.) Public comment may end sooner, depending on number of participants

Community Planning Forum - July 20, 2001

Morning Session

I. Registration (8:00 a.m.)

II. Welcome and overview (9:00 a.m.)

III. State Presentation (9:10)

IV. Local Presentations (9:40)

V. General Session (11:00)

Lunch (12:00 - 1:30)

Afternoon Session

I. Facilitated Group Discussion (1:30 p.m.)

II. Summary of Breakout Group Activities (3:15 p.m.)

III. Evaluation and Acknowledgements (3:40 p.m.)

IV. Adjourn (4:00 p.m.)

Persons with disabilities who wish to attend the hearing and require auxiliary aids or services should contact the UT System Texas-Mexico Border Health Coordination Office at Phone: 956-381-3687 or E-mail: TMBHCO@PANAM.EDU by July 12, 2001 so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

TRD-200103480

Marina S. Henderson

Executive Deputy Commissioner

Health and Human Services Commission

Filed: June 20, 2001

Planning Forum and Public Hearing

The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), in collaboration with the Health and Human Services agencies and the Permian Basin Regional Planning Council, will conduct one of a series of statewide public hearings to receive public comment on the development of the Health and Human Services Coordinated Strategic Plan and to fulfill statutory local planning requirements. The public hearing is required under §531.022(d)(4), Government Code, and §531.036, Government Code, and is intended to produce the following outcomes: (1) Increase local involvement and participation in the planning process. (2) Provide feedback to local communities on statewide and regional progress made on health and human services goals and strategic priorities since the community forums in 1999. (3) Solicit input from the communities on the effectiveness of current health and human services efforts. (4) Update regional demographic information and needs profiles. (5) Assess local capacity to address the strategic priorities. (6) Foster grass roots support for/build community coalitions to improve health and human service delivery in the area.

A community planning forum and public hearing will be conducted in Midland, Texas on July 12, 2001 at the Midland Workforce Center, 2408 Big Spring, Midland, Texas. The planning forum is intended to provide the opportunity for public input and participation. Agency clients and consumers of health and human services, advocates, consumer advisors, local state agency representatives, local governmental and non-governmental representatives, service providers and other interested parties are encouraged to participate.

The planning forum will be held on July 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Central Time. The morning session will provide state and regional progress reports, needs assessments and demographic information. Break-out group activities will be conducted for members of the community to discuss specific strategic priorities that significantly impact the Midland (Permian Basin) area. Discussion will focus on children's health insurance needs, access to long-term care, coordination of children's special initiatives, prevention of delinquency and conduct disorders in children and adolescents, successful aging, and respite services.

A public hearing to receive comment will begin at 3:30 p.m. Testimony and comments should focus on regional needs and suggestions for the most effective ways to deliver and coordinate services funded by the state. Written comments may be submitted to the Health and Human Services Commission until 5:00 p.m., Central Time, on July 19, 2001. Please address written comments to the attention of Colleen Edwards at HHSC, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., 4th Floor, Austin, Texas 78751, Fax (512) 424-6590 or Email: colleen.edwards@hhsc.state.tx.us.

AGENDA

Morning Session

9:00 Registration

9:30 Welcome and introductions

9:40 State progress report and video

10:10 Local progress reports: * Community Based Transportation Services * Information and Referral Services * Business Process Improvements

11:10 Breakout groups

12:30 Lunch

Afternoon Session

1:45 Report out from breakout groups

3:00 Public Comment

4:00 Adjourn

Persons with disabilities who wish to attend the hearing and require auxiliary aids or services should contact Donna Harrison at 915-563-1061 or email: Donna.Harrison@twc.state.tx.us by July 5, 2001 so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

TRD-200103481

Marina S. Henderson

Executive Deputy Commissioner

Health and Human Services Commission

Filed: June 20, 2001

Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs

Notice of Administrative Hearing

Manufactured Housing Division

Tuesday, July 10, 2001, 1:00 p.m.

State Office of Administrative Hearings, Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 N Congress, 11th Floor, Suite 1100

Austin, Texas

AGENDA

Administrative Hearing before an administrative law judge of the State Office of Administrative Hearings in the matter of the complaint of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs vs. Joe M. Castro dba A's Mobile Home Refurbishing Service to hear alleged violations of Sections 4 (d) and 7 (d) of the Act and Sections 80.54 (a) and 80. 123. (e) of the Rules regarding installation of a manufactured home without obtaining, maintaining or possessing a valid installer's license and not properly installing the manufactured home. SOAH 332-01-2868. Department MHD2000001113UI.

Contact: Jerry Schroeder, P.O. Box 12489, Austin, Texas 78711-2489, (512) 475-2894, jschroed@tdhca.state.tx.us

TRD-200103482

Daisy A. Stiner

Executive Director

Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs

Filed: June 20, 2001

Notice of Administrative Hearing

Manufactured Housing Division

Monday, July 9, 2001, 1:00 p.m.

State Office of Administrative Hearings, Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 N Congress, 11th Floor, Suite 1100

Austin, Texas

AGENDA

Administrative Hearing before an administrative law judge of the State Office of Administrative Hearings in the matter of the complaint of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs vs. Ted and Cynthia Austin dba Austin and Son Mobile Homes to hear alleged violations of Sections 4(f) (amended 1999) (current version at Section 4(d) of the Act) and 7(d) of the Act and Sections 80.125(e) (amended 1998) (current version at Section 80.123(e) of the Rules) of the Rules regarding installation of a manufactured home without obtaining, maintaining or possessing a valid installer's license and not properly installing the manufactured home. SOAH 332-01-2867. Department MHD1999000221UI

Contact: Jerry Schroeder, P.O. Box 12489, Austin, Texas 78711-2489, (512) 475-2894, jschroed@tdhca.state.tx.us

TRD-200103483

Daisy A. Stiner

Executive Director

Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs

Filed: June 20, 2001

Notice of Administrative Hearing

Manufactured Housing Division

Wednesday, July 11, 2001, 1:00 p.m.

State Office of Administrative Hearings, Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 N Congress, 11th Floor, Suite 1100

Austin, Texas

AGENDA

Administrative Hearing before an administrative law judge of the State Office of Administrative Hearings in the matter of the complaint of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs vs. Tommy and Laura Gage dba Gage Home Movers to hear alleged violations of Sections 4(f) (amended 1999) (current version at Section 4(d) of the Act) and Sections 80.51 (amended 1998) (current version at Section 80.54(a) of the Rules) 80.131(b) and 80.132(6) (amended 1998) (current version at Section 80.132(3) of the Rules) of the Rules regarding not properly installing a manufactured home and not responding with corrective action in a timely manner. SOAH 332-01-3063. Department MHD1999000743IV

Contact: Jerry Schroeder, P.O. Box 12489, Austin, Texas 78711-2489, (512) 475-2894, jschroed@tdhca.state.tx.us

TRD-200103484

Daisy A. Stiner

Executive Director

Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs

Filed: June 20, 2001

Notice of Administrative Hearing

Manufactured Housing Division

Wednesday, July 11, 2001, 1:00 p.m.

State Office of Administrative Hearings, Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress, 11th Floor, Suite 1100

Austin, Texas

AGENDA

Administrative Hearing before an administrative law judge of the State Office of Administrative Hearings in the matter of the complaint of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs vs. Rikk's New and Used Furniture, Inc. to hear alleged violations of §§7(b), 7(j)(3), 8(a), 8(d) of the Act and §80.125(b) of the Rules (amended 1998) (current version at §80.123(b) of the Rules) regarding the selling of more than one manufactured home within a consecutive 12 month period without obtaining, maintaining or possessing a valid retailer's license, selling a used manufactured home without the appropriate seal or label affixed to it, selling a used manufactured home without giving a written warranty that the manufactured home was habitable, and selling a used manufactured home without the appropriate, timely transfer of a good and marketable title. SOAH 332-01-3062. Department MHD1999000220V.

Contact: Jerry Schroeder, P.O. Box 12489, Austin, Texas 78711-2489, (512) 475-2894 jschroed@tdhca.state.tx.us

TRD-200103485

Daisy A. Stiner

Executive Director

Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs

Filed: June 20, 2001

Notice of Public Hearing

RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE REVENUE AND REFUNDING BONDS

Notice is hereby given of a public hearing to be held by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (the "Department") at 507 Sabine Street, Room 437, Austin, Texas, at 12:00 noon on July 27, 2001, with respect to an issue of tax-exempt residential mortgage revenue bonds (the "Bonds") to be issued in an aggregate face amount of not more than $161,000,000.

A portion of the proceeds of the Bonds will be used to finance an estimated $120,000,000 single family residential mortgage loans made to eligible very low, low and moderate income first-time home buyers for the purchase of homes located within the State of Texas. A portion of the proceeds of the Bonds may be used to refund a portion of the outstanding Texas Housing Agency (predecessor to the Department) Residential Mortgage Revenue Bonds, Series 1988A and Series 1989A. A portion of the proceeds of the Tax-Exempt Bonds will be used to refund all or a portion of the Department's outstanding Single Family Mortgage Revenue Refunding Tax-Exempt Commercial Paper Notes, Series A, thereby making funds available to make additional mortgage loans.

For purposes of the Department's mortgage loan finance programs, eligible borrowers generally will include individuals and families whose family income does not exceed, (i) for families of three or more persons, 115% (140% in certain targeted areas) of the area median income, and (ii) for individuals and families of two persons, 100% (120% in certain targeted areas) of the area median income. The Department anticipates setting aside approximately 30% of the funds made available for borrowers of very low income (60% of area median income) for approximately one year. In addition, substantially all of the borrowers under the programs will be required to be persons who have not owned a principal residence during the preceding three years. Further, residences financed with loans under the programs will be subject to certain other limitations, including limits on the purchase prices of the residences being acquired. All the limitations described in this paragraph are subject to revision and adjustment from time to time by the Department pursuant to applicable federal law and Department policy.

All interested parties are invited to attend such public hearing to express their views with respect to the Department's mortgage loan finance program and the issuance of the Bonds. Questions or requests for additional information may be directed to Matt Pogor at the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, 507 Sabine Street, 8th Floor, Austin, Texas 78701; (512) 475-3987.

Persons who intend to appear at the hearing and express their views are invited to contact Matt Pogor in writing in advance of the hearing. Any interested persons unable to attend the hearing may submit their views in writing to Matt Pogor prior to the date scheduled for the hearing.

TDHCA WEBSITE: www.tdhca.state.tx.us/hf.htm

Individuals who require auxiliary aids for the hearing should contact Gina Esteves, ADA Responsible Employee, at (512) 475-3943, or Relay Texas at 1-800-735-2989 at least two days before the hearing so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

This notice is published and the above-described hearing is to be held in satisfaction of the requirements of State law and §147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, regarding the public approval prerequisite to the exclusion from gross income for federal income tax purposes of interest on the Tax-Exempt Bonds.

TRD-200103486

Daisy Stiner

Executive Director

Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs

Filed: June 20, 2001

Houston-Galveston Area Council

Request for Proposals--Deadline Extended

The Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) is extending the deadline to solicit qualified individuals or organizations to provide English language testing, English as a second language instruction, and review/preparation for the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners test to license registered nurses. Services will be provided for legal immigrants or resident aliens who have nursing credentials from a foreign country to allow these individuals to pass the Texas' registered nurses examination, be licensed, and go to work in the Houston area. Prospective proposers may request that the proposal package be sent in hard copy or may access the package for download at http://www.theworksource.org. The proposal package contains detailed information and instructions on preparing a response. Prospective proposers may contact Carol Kimmick to request a package by writing her at H-GAC, Human Services-Workforce, P.O. Box 2777, Houston, Texas, 77227-2777, by calling her at (713) 627-3200 or by sending email to ckimmick@hgac.cog.tx.us. Proposals are due at H-GAC offices, 3555 Timmons Lane, Suite 500, Houston, Texas 77027 no later than 12:00 p.m. (noon) Central Daylight Time on Friday, June 29, 2001. Late proposals will not be accepted. There will be no exceptions.

TRD-200103468

Jack Steele

Executive Director

Houston-Galveston Area Council

Filed: June 19, 2001

Texas Department of Insurance

Important Notice Change of Hearing Location

Due to strong public interest the Commissioner of Insurance is moving a hearing on mold coverage to a different location in order to accommodate more attendees. The date and time of the hearing will remain the same, but the hearing will not be held at the William B. Hobby, Jr. State Office Building, 333 Guadalupe, Austin, Texas. The hearing now will be held at the LBJ Library Auditorium, 2313 Red River, Austin, Texas. The amended hearing notice follows:

The previous notice of hearing was published in the June 1, 2001 issue of the Texas Register (26 TexReg 3972).

The Commissioner of Insurance will hold a public hearing under Docket No. 2487, at 9:30 a.m., June 26, 2001 at the LBJ Library Auditorium, 2313 Red River, Austin, Texas to consider public testimony from insurers, consumers, mortgage lenders, and any other interested parties on the current coverage provided in the Texas residential property policies for mold or other fungi losses. This is an information-gathering hearing which is being held for the purpose of soliciting input on the coverage for mold or other fungi that is currently contained in the Texas residential property policy forms. This hearing is intended to provide all interested parties with the opportunity to comment on the extent to which such coverage should be provided. All interested parties, including members of the general public, are invited to attend and provide comments and recommendations.

Currently, the Texas Homeowners Policies (HO-B, HO-C, HO-CT, and HO-CON-C) and the Texas Dwelling Policy (TDP-3) would exclude losses caused by rot, mold, or other fungi as well as losses caused by dampness of atmosphere, extremes of temperature, or contamination. However, these policies and forms HO-BT, HO-CON-B, and TDP-2 include coverage for a loss caused by mold or other fungi provided the loss (for example, water damage) causing the ensuing mold or fungi is a covered cause of loss under the policy. Article 5.35 of the Insurance Code allows for the approval of endorsements to be used with residential property policy forms. An insurer has filed with the Department proposed endorsements that exclude all coverage for mold or other fungi from the Texas residential property policy forms. The Commissioner has not yet acted on this filing. This specific filing is not being considered in this hearing, but the information obtained during the course of this hearing may be considered by the Commissioner in his action on this filing.

This hearing is held pursuant to the Insurance Code Chapter 31 and Article 5.35. Chapter 31 contains the general authority of the Commissioner. Article 5.35 authorizes the Commissioner to adopt or approve policy forms and endorsements for residential property insurance in Texas.

Anyone wishing to speak at this hearing will be required to complete a witness card, which will be available at the hearing site immediately prior to the hearing. Additional information can be obtained from Marilyn Hamilton, 333 Guadalupe Street, Texas Department of Insurance, at (512) 322-2265.

TRD-200103374

Judy Woolley

Deputy Chief Clerk

Texas Department of Insurance

Filed: June 15, 2001

Insurer Services

Application to change the name of THE NIPPON FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO., LTD., U.S. BRANCH to NIPPONKOA INSURANCE COMPANY, LIMITED (U.S. BRANCH), a foreign fire and casualty company. The home office is in New York, New York.

Application for admission to the State of Texas by SENIOR LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY, a foreign life company. The home office is in Thomasville, Georgia.

Any objections must be filed with the Texas Department of Insurance, addressed to the attention of Godwin Ohaechesi, 333 Guadalupe Street, M/C 305-2C, Austin, Texas 78701.

TRD-200103479

Judy Woolley

Deputy Chief Clerk

Texas Department of Insurance

Filed: June 20, 2001

Notice of Proposed Amendment to the Texas Health Reinsurance System Plan of Operation

The Texas Health Reinsurance System was created by the Legislature in 1993 and began engaging in the reinsurance of small employer group health insurance plans in 1995. The Commissioner of Insurance is an ex-officio member of the Board of Directors of the System. Insurance Code, Article 26.55, requires the Board of Directors to adopt a plan of operation. The Plan of Operation becomes effective on the written approval of the Commissioner. The Commissioner approved the Plan of Operation on September 6, 1995.

The Board of Directors of the System recommended the following amendment to the Plan of Operation. This is the first amendment to the Plan of Operation recommend by the Board of Directors of the System The amendment provides guidance to the Administrator of the System in auditing reinsured carriers for the calculation of reinsurance premiums and reinsured claims.

The amendment is proposed to be added to the Plan of Operation, Article XI - Audit Functions.

External Audit Functions

A. Each reinsuring company member of the System shall hire a certified public accountant (CPA) or other party approved by the board to conduct audits of various items related to the System reinsurance and assessments. To be acceptable, the auditor must be independent, in accordance with standards established by the Audit Committee. The audits must be made in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards as adopted by the membership of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

B. The audits shall be conducted in accordance with a uniform audit program (hereinafter called "Audit") for system members, as developed by the Board. This Audit shall clearly specify all items to be audited. It shall include a certification statement form, to be completed by the Auditor, to verify the completion of all prescribed audit procedures as dictated by the Audit. Also, details regarding the number and types of records reviewed and any errors found shall be submitted in a report which accompanies the certification statement. A copy of this report and the certification statement shall be submitted to the Board by the auditor.

C. The audit shall include, but not be limited to, detail testing of representative samples of the following items.

1. Reinsurance claims submitted to the System, in particular:

a. Eligibility of claimants and their small employers for reinsurance by the System;

b. Proper determination of reinsurance claim amount by the member.

2. Reinsurance premiums submitted to the system, including:

a. Eligibility of those lives for whom premium is paid for reinsurance by the System;

b. Proper determination of reinsurance premium amounts paid.

3. Data submitted to the System for use in the calculation of member assessments for net losses.

D. A minimum of three (3), but no more than five (5) members will be audited each year. The members shall be selected on the basis of the amount of premium volume in the Texas small employer marketplace. If necessary, the auditors shall select the other members(s) for the audit. The cost of the audit of a member shall be borne by that member.

E. Random audits of provider bills or other records shall be conducted as deemed necessary by the Audit Committee to verify the accuracy and appropriateness of reinsurance claim submissions.

F. The Board shall have the right to conduct such additional audits of members as it deems appropriate.

G. All information disclosed in the course of the audit of a member company shall be considered privileged information by the member company, the auditing firm and the System.

H. The System shall have an annual audit of its operations conducted by an independent certified public accountant, as approved by the Board. The Board shall file this annual audit with the Commissioner for his review. This audit shall encompass at least the following items:

1. The handling and accounting of assets and money for the System;

2. The annual fiscal report of the System;

3. The calculation of the premium rates charged for reinsurance by the System;

4. The calculation and the collection of any assessments of members for net losses; and

5. The reinsurance premiums due to the system and the claim reimbursements made to the members.

Comments must be submitted in writing within 15 days of publication of the proposal in the Texas Register to Archie Clayton, Staff Attorney, Legal & Compliance Division, Texas Department of Insurance, Mail Code 110-1A, P. O. Box 149104, Austin, Texas 78714-9104.

TRD-200103412

Judy Woolley

Deputy Chief Clerk

Texas Department of Insurance

Filed: June 15, 2001

Panhandle Regional Planning Commission

Request for Proposals

The Panhandle Regional Planning Commission (PRPC) is issuing a Request for Proposals to secure a vendor to provide required program and fiscal monitoring services for its Child Care, CHOICES, Food Stamp Employment and Training, Job Training Partnership Act-National Reserve Account, Wagner-Peyser Employment Service, Welfare-to-Work and Workforce Investment Act programs. Parties interested in responding to this solicitation may receive a copy of the Request for Proposals by contacting Tom Dressler, Workforce Development Director, Panhandle Regional Planning Commission, P.O. Box 9257, Amarillo, Texas 79105-9257, office (806) 372-3381, fax (806) 373-3268.

Proposals must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, July 16, 2001.

The Panhandle Regional Planning Commission (PRPC), as the entity responsible for administering workforce development programs and related resources in the Panhandle Workforce Development Area of Texas, is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to plan and conduct required monitoring functions.

BACKGROUND

PRPC is responsible for administering approximately $12,000,000 in Workforce Development funds provided to the 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle. PRPC's responsibilities include oversight for federal and state-supported Child Care, CHOICES, Food Stamp Employment and Training, Job Training Partnership Act-National Reserve Account, Wagner-Peyser Employment Service, Welfare-to-Work and Workforce Investment Act programs. These resources provide employment, training and related services to the public, primarily through the region's seven workforce centers. PRPC subcontracts the delivery of all program services, excluding Child Care, to Green Thumb, Inc., a national non-profit organization whose fiscal operations and records are located in Waco, Texas. The delivery of Child Care program services is contracted to Children's Learning Centers of Amarillo, Inc.

PERFORMANCE

PRPC proposes to contract with an appropriate vendor to plan and conduct comprehensive fiscal and program monitoring as required by its funding agency, the Texas Workforce Commission. Areas to be monitored will include, but not necessarily be limited to:

* Financial accountability, internal controls, payroll and cash management

* Procurement and contracting

* Property management

* Management systems, reporting and recordkeeping

* Cost classification, allowability and limitations

* Subcontractor compliance and performance

* Program-specific participant eligibility

* Employment, training and support activities

* Personnel standards and practices

* Fraud and abuse

* Grievances, hearings and investigations

* Others as appropriate

Duties of the selected contractor will include, but not necessarily be limited to:

* Development of a schedule and plan for comprehensive monitoring of all program activities and subcontracts

* Development of appropriate monitoring instruments

* Conducting monitoring through both on-site and desk reviews

* Preparation of monitoring reports, including findings and recommendations for improvement

* Conducting follow-up to ensure that identified problems have been addressed

* Maintenance and submission to PRPC of all reports, responses and supportive documentation

* Assisting PRPC staff with annual risk assessment.

PERIOD

Monitoring activities must be completed by September 30, 2001. The contract may be renewed for a one-year period, if services rendered meet PRPC's expectations.

SUBMISSION

All proposals must be submitted by mail, fax or hand-delivery, and received no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, July 16, 2001 by:

Tom Dressler

Workforce Development Director

Panhandle Regional Planning Commission

415 West Eighth Avenue

P.O. Box 9257

Amarillo, Texas 79105-9257

(806) 372-3381 Office

(806) 373-3268 Fax

All proposals must be submitted using the attached format.

This request does not commit PRPC to award a contract, pay any cost incurred in the preparation of a response or procure services.

PRPC reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals resulting from this solicitation, and to negotiate with all qualified sources if it is in the best interest of PRPC to do so.

EVALUATION

Proposals will be evaluated based upon (1) recent demonstrated experience in monitoring workforce development programs, (2) proposed methodology and schedule, and (3) price competitiveness.

FORMAT FOR PROPOSALS

Please respond to the following items. While responses should be thorough, conciseness and brevity are encouraged.

A. State your organization's name, address, telephone and fax numbers, contact person and e-mail address.

B. Provide a brief description of your organization and include a resume for each individual who would perform the monitoring activities sought through this solicitation.

C. Describe your organization's experience in monitoring workforce development programs. List entities that have contracted with you to provide such services, relevant dates and contact persons.

D. Describe how your organization will conduct the monitoring activities being sought through this solicitation.

E. Provide your organization's proposed schedule for conducting the specified monitoring activities.

F. State who will write your organization's monitoring report, and include a sample of comparable written work from that individual, if possible. Describe how the document will be organized.

G. State the proposed charges for your organization's services, including all associated travel expenses and other costs. List those charges on a unit basis by item or activity.

H. State that your organization's offer will remain in effect for a period of 60 days, and that you authorize PRPC to contact other parties to which you have provided services, in order to evaluate your organization's past performance.

I. Provide the name and title of your organization's authorized signatory, and have that individual sign and date the proposal.

TRD-200103467

Tom Dressler

Workforce Development Director

Panhandle Regional Planning Commission

Filed: June 19, 2001

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Notice of Application for a Certificate to Provide Retail Electric Service

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on June 14, 2001, for retail electric provider (REP) certification, pursuant to §§39.101 - 39.109 of the Public Utility Regulatory Act (PURA). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of AC Boxer Power, L.P. for Retail Electric Provider (REP) certification, Docket Number 24259 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Applicant's requested service area is defined by customers.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103426

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 15, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on May 21, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Guadalupe Blanco River Authority for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets for the H-5 Hydroelectric Power Plant, Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24137 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103415

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 15, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on May 21, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Guadalupe Blanco River Authority for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets for H-4 Hydroelectric Power Plant Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24138 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103416

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 15, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on May 21, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Guadalupe Blanco River Authority for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets for TP-4 Hydroelectric Power Plant Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24139 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103417

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 15, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on May 21, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Guadalupe Blanco River Authority for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets for the Canyon Hydroelectric Power Plant Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24140 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103418

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 15, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on May 23, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Guadalupe Blanco River Authority for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets For the Nolte Hydroelectric Plant Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24155 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103419

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 15, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on May 23, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Guadalupe Blanco River Authority for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets for the McQueeney Hydroelectric Power Plant Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24156 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103420

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 15, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on May 23, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Guadalupe Blanco River Authority for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets for the Dunlap Hydroelectric Power Plant Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24157 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103421

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 15, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on May 29, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Tex-La Electric Coop. of Texas, Inc. for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets Associated with its Allocated Share of the Hydroelectric Output of Denison Dam Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24176 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103422

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 15, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on May 29, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Sam Rayburn G&T Electric Cooperative, Inc. for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets Associated with its Allocated Share of the Hydroelectric Output of Denison Dam Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24177 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103423

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 15, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on May 31, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Small Hydro of Texas, Inc. for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24191 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103424

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 15, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on June 1, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Rayburn Electric Cooperative, Inc. for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets Associated with its Allocated Share of the Hydroelectric Output of Denison Dam Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24192 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103425

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 15, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on June 1, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Medina Electric Cooperative, Inc. for Nomination of Hydroelectric Renewable Energy Credit Offsets Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24193 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103433

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 18, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on June 1, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of South Texas Electric Cooperative, Inc. for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets for the Hydroelectric Generation at Amistad Dam Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24197 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103434

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 18, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on June 1, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Wind Power Partners 1994 L.P. for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets for the Texas Wind Power Project Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24198 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103435

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 18, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on June 1, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Gas Recovery System for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets for Sunset Farms Electric Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24199 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103436

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 18, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on June 1, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Bio-Energy Partners for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets for the Waste Management of Texas, Inc., DFW Gas Plant, Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24200 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103437

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 18, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on June 1, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of West Texas Renewables, LP for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets for the Westex 1 Windpower Facility Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24201 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103438

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 18, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on June 1, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of New World Texas Renewable Energy, LP for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets for the Big Spring Windpower Facility Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24203 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103439

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 18, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on June 1, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Brazos Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets Associated with Hydroelectric Output of the Whitney Dam Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24207 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103440

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 18, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on June 1, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Central Power & Light Company, West Texas Wind Energy Partners, L.L.C., and West Texas Utilities Company to Nominate Renewable Energy Credit Offsets for the Eagle Pass Hydroelectric Plant Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24208 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103441

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 18, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on June 1, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Sam Rayburn Municipal Power Agency for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets for the Hydropower Generation Received from the Sam Rayburn Dam Hydro Project and the Robert Douglas Willis Hydro Project Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24209 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103442

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 18, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on June 1, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Lower Colorado River Authority for Nomination of Hydroelectric Renewable Energy Credit Offsets Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24210 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103443

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 18, 2001

Notice of Application for Nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on June 1, 2001, for nomination of Renewable Energy Credit Offsets, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Brazos Electric Power Cooperative, Inc., and Brazos River Authority to Nominate Renewable Energy Credit Offsets Associated with Hydroelectric Output of the Morris Sheppard Dam Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.173(i), Docket Number 24211 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 6, 2001. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103444

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 18, 2001

Notice of Application for Service Provider Certificate of Operating Authority

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application on June 15, 2001, for a service provider certificate of operating authority (SPCOA), pursuant to §§54.151 - 54.156 of the Public Utility Regulatory Act (PURA). A summary of the application follows.

Docket Title and Number: Application of Exario Telecom, Inc. for a Service Provider Certificate of Operating Authority, Docket Number 24264 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

Applicant intends to provide plain old telephone service, ADSL, ISDN, HDSL, SDSL, RADSL, VDSL, Optical Services, T1-Private Line, Switch 56 KBPS, Frame Relay, Fractional T1, long distance, and wireless services.

Applicant's requested SPCOA geographic area includes the entire state of Texas.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 no later than July 5, 2001. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.

TRD-200103448

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 18, 2001

Notice of Applications for Approval of Price to Beat Tariffs

Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of applications filed on June 8, 2001 and June 11, 2001, in compliance with P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.41 regarding Price to Beat tariffs. A summary of the applications follows:

Docket Style and Number: Application of Entergy Gulf States, Inc. on Behalf of Entergy Solutions Select, Ltd. in compliance with P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.41 regarding Price to Beat Tariffs - Docket Number 24230; Application of Texas-New Mexico Power Company in compliance with P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.41 regarding Price to Beat Tariffs - Docket Number 24235; Application of TXU Electric Company in compliance with P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.41 regarding Price to Beat Tariffs - Docket Number 24236; Application of Reliant Energy, Inc. in compliance with P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.41 regarding Price to Beat Tariffs - Docket Number 24237; Application of Mutual Energy SWEPCO, LP in compliance with P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.41 regarding Price to Beat Tariffs - Docket Number 24238; Application of Mutual Energy CPL, LP in compliance with P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.41 regarding Price to Beat Tariffs - Docket Number 24239; and Application of Mutual Energy WTU, LP in compliance with P.U.C. Substantive Rule §25.41 regarding Price to Beat Tariffs - Docket Number 24240.

The Application: Entergy Gulf States, Inc. (EGSI), Texas New-Mexico Power Company (TNMP), TXU Electric Company (TXU Electric), Reliant Energy, Inc. (Reliant Energy), Mutual Energy SWEPCO, LP (SWEPCO Rep), Mutual Energy CPL, LP (CPL Rep). and Mutual Energy WTU, LP (WTU) (collectively "Applicants") filed Price to Beat (PTB) tariffs that must be offered to residential and small commercial retail customers by all affiliated retail electric providers by January 1, 2002. The commission has jurisdiction over this matter pursuant to Public Utility Regulatory Act, Texas Utilities Code Annotated §§11.001 - 64.158 (Vernon 1998 and Supplement 2001) (PURA) and P.U.C. Substantive Rules §25.41 and §25.241.

Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 or (888) 782-8477. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136 or use Relay Texas (toll-free) 1-800-735-2989.

TRD-200103344

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 14, 2001

Public Notice of Amendment to Interconnection Agreement

On June 12, 2001, Southwestern Bell Telephone Company and Personal Touch, collectively referred to as applicants, filed a joint application for approval of an amendment to an existing interconnection agreement under Section 252(i) of the federal Telecommunications Act of 1996, Public Law Number 104-104, 110 Statute 56, (codified as amended in scattered sections of 15 and 47 United States Code) (FTA) and the Public Utility Regulatory Act, Texas Utilities Code Annotated, Chapters 52 and 60 (Vernon 1998 & Supplement 2001) (PURA). The joint application has been designated Docket Number 24252. The joint application and the underlying amendment to the interconnection agreement are available for public inspection at the commission's offices in Austin, Texas.

The commission must act to approve the interconnection agreement within 35 days after it is submitted by the parties.

The commission finds that additional public comment should be allowed before the commission issues a final decision approving or rejecting the amendment to the interconnection agreement. Any interested person may file written comments on the joint application by filing ten copies of the comments with the commission's filing clerk. Additionally, a copy of the comments should be served on each of the applicants. The comments should specifically refer to Docket Number 24252. As a part of the comments, an interested person may request that a public hearing be conducted. The comments, including any request for public hearing, shall be filed by July 13, 2001, and shall include:

1) a detailed statement of the person's interests in the agreement, including a description of how approval of the amendment to the agreement may adversely affect those interests;

2) specific allegations that the amendment to the agreement, or some portion thereof:

a) discriminates against a telecommunications carrier that is not a party to the agreement; or

b) is not consistent with the public interest, convenience, and necessity; or

c) is not consistent with other requirements of state law; and

3) the specific facts upon which the allegations are based.

After reviewing any comments, the commission will issue a notice of approval, denial, or determine whether to conduct further proceedings concerning the joint application. The commission shall have the authority given to a presiding officer pursuant to P.U.C. Procedural Rule §22.202. The commission may identify issues raised by the joint application and comments and establish a schedule for addressing those issues, including the submission of evidence by the applicants, if necessary, and briefing and oral argument. The commission may conduct a public hearing. Interested persons who file comments are not entitled to participate as intervenors in the public hearing.

Persons with questions about this project or who wish to comment on the joint application should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, 1701 North Congress Avenue, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326. You may call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 or toll free at 1-888-782-8477. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephones (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136. All correspondence should refer to Docket Number 24252.

TRD-200103445

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 18, 2001

Public Notice of Amendment to Interconnection Agreement

On June 14, 2001, Southwestern Bell Telephone Company and Teleco USA, Inc., collectively referred to as applicants, filed a joint application for approval of an amendment to an existing interconnection agreement under Section 252(i) of the federal Telecommunications Act of 1996, Public Law Number 104-104, 110 Statute 56, (codified as amended in scattered sections of 15 and 47 United States Code) (FTA) and the Public Utility Regulatory Act, Texas Utilities Code Annotated, Chapters 52 and 60 (Vernon 1998 & Supplement 2001) (PURA). The joint application has been designated Docket Number 24263. The joint application and the underlying amendment to the interconnection agreement are available for public inspection at the commission's offices in Austin, Texas.

The commission must act to approve the interconnection agreement within 35 days after it is submitted by the parties.

The commission finds that additional public comment should be allowed before the commission issues a final decision approving or rejecting the amendment to the interconnection agreement. Any interested person may file written comments on the joint application by filing ten copies of the comments with the commission's filing clerk. Additionally, a copy of the comments should be served on each of the applicants. The comments should specifically refer to Docket Number 24263. As a part of the comments, an interested person may request that a public hearing be conducted. The comments, including any request for public hearing, shall be filed by July 13, 2001, and shall include:

1) a detailed statement of the person's interests in the agreement, including a description of how approval of the amendment to the agreement may adversely affect those interests;

2) specific allegations that the amendment to the agreement, or some portion thereof:

a) discriminates against a telecommunications carrier that is not a party to the agreement; or

b) is not consistent with the public interest, convenience, and necessity; or

c) is not consistent with other requirements of state law; and

3) the specific facts upon which the allegations are based.

After reviewing any comments, the commission will issue a notice of approval, denial, or determine whether to conduct further proceedings concerning the joint application. The commission shall have the authority given to a presiding officer pursuant to P.U.C. Procedural Rule §22.202. The commission may identify issues raised by the joint application and comments and establish a schedule for addressing those issues, including the submission of evidence by the applicants, if necessary, and briefing and oral argument. The commission may conduct a public hearing. Interested persons who file comments are not entitled to participate as intervenors in the public hearing.

Persons with questions about this project or who wish to comment on the joint application should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, 1701 North Congress Avenue, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326. You may call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 or toll free at 1-888-782-8477. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephones (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136. All correspondence should refer to Docket Number 24263.

TRD-200103447

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 18, 2001

Public Notice of Interconnection Agreement

On June 14, 2001, Southwestern Bell Telephone Company and Supra Telecommunications and Information Systems, Inc., collectively referred to as applicants, filed a joint application for approval of an interconnection agreement under Section 252(i) of the federal Telecommunications Act of 1996, Public Law Number 104-104, 110 Statute 56, (codified as amended in scattered sections of 15 and 47 United States Code) (FTA) and the Public Utility Regulatory Act, Texas Utilities Code Annotated, Chapters 52 and 60 (Vernon 1998 & Supplement 2001) (PURA). The joint application has been designated Docket Number 24261. The joint application and the underlying interconnection agreement are available for public inspection at the commission's offices in Austin, Texas.

The commission must act to approve the interconnection agreement within 35 days after it is submitted by the parties.

The commission finds that additional public comment should be allowed before the commission issues a final decision approving or rejecting the interconnection agreement. Any interested person may file written comments on the joint application by filing ten copies of the comments with the commission's filing clerk. Additionally, a copy of the comments should be served on each of the applicants. The comments should specifically refer to Docket Number 24261. As a part of the comments, an interested person may request that a public hearing be conducted. The comments, including any request for public hearing, shall be filed by July 13, 2001, and shall include:

1) a detailed statement of the person's interests in the agreement, including a description of how approval of the agreement may adversely affect those interests;

2) specific allegations that the agreement, or some portion thereof:

a) discriminates against a telecommunications carrier that is not a party to the agreement; or

b) is not consistent with the public interest, convenience, and necessity; or

c) is not consistent with other requirements of state law; and

3) the specific facts upon which the allegations are based.

After reviewing any comments, the commission will issue a notice of approval, denial, or determine whether to conduct further proceedings concerning the joint application. The commission shall have the authority given to a presiding officer pursuant to P.U.C. Procedural Rule §22.202. The commission may identify issues raised by the joint application and comments and establish a schedule for addressing those issues, including the submission of evidence by the applicants, if necessary, and briefing and oral argument. The commission may conduct a public hearing. Interested persons who file comments are not entitled to participate as intervenors in the public hearing.

Persons with questions about this project or who wish to comment on the joint application should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, 1701 North Congress Avenue, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326. You may call the commission's Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120 or toll free at 1-888-782-8477. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephones (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136. All correspondence should refer to Docket Number 24261.

TRD-200103446

Rhonda Dempsey

Rules Coordinator

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Filed: June 18, 2001

Texas A&M University System, Board of Regents

Request for Information

The Texas A&M University System (System) requests information from law firms interested in representing the System and its component institutions in bond matters. This RFI is issued for the purpose of establishing (for the biennium beginning September 1, 2001) a referral list from which the System, by and through its Office of General Counsel, will select appropriate counsel for representation on specific bond matters and securities law issues as the need arises. These needs include the usual and necessary services of a bond counsel in connection with issuance, sale and delivery of bonds and notes.

Description. The System comprises nine universities, eight state agencies and a health science center in Texas. Public, bond issuance is conducted under two major programs and is rated by at least two major rating agencies. Bonds are issued under authority granted the System in Article VIII, §18 of the Texas Constitution (Permanent University Fund). A flexible rate note program with an authorized limit of $80 million is frequently used to finance capital improvement needs of the program. Note sales are normally conducted once or twice each year. Currently, $35.6 million is issued and outstanding. Advance refunding of Permanent University Fund bonds is conducted periodically based on potential savings opportunities. Under authority granted in Chapter 55, Texas Education Code and Texas Civil Statutes, Articles 717k and 717q, and other applicable laws, the System issues revenue bonds for capital improvements. The System employs a revenue bond program, which offers a combined pledge of all legally available revenues with certain exceptions (the Revenue Financing System). A commercial paper program is used for interim financing with long term fixed rate bonds sold to provide more permanent financing. The commercial paper program is presently authorized up to $125 million. The entire amount of outstanding commercial paper ($45 million) is being refunded by bonds scheduled to close on June 14, 2001. Advance refunding of bonds and escrow restructures of previously defeased bonds, based on market opportunities, may be expected. Federal tax related matters regarding bonds issued by the System, including strategies and management practices in the conduct of a debt program, requires a close working relationship with bond counsel. Contact is frequent, particularly in regard to the Revenue Financing System program due to the significant level of capital improvements anticipated throughout the System over the next two years. The System invites responses to this RFI from qualified firms for the provision of such legal services under the direction and supervision of the System's Office of General Counsel.

Responses. Responses to this RFI should include at least the following information:

(1) a description of the firm's or attorney's qualifications for performing the legal services, including the firm's prior experience in bond issuance matters and securities law issues;

(2) the names, experience, and technical expertise of the attorneys who may be assigned to work on such matters;

(3) appropriate information regarding efforts made by the firm to encourage and develop the participation of minorities and women in the provision both of the firm's legal services generally and bond matters in particular;

(4) the submission of fee information (either in the form of hourly rates for each attorney who may be assigned to perform services in relation to the System's bond matters, flat fees, or other fee arrangements directly related to the achievement of specific goals and cost controls) and billable expenses;

(5) disclosures of conflicts of interest (identifying each and every matter in which the firm has, within the past calendar year, represented any entity or individual with an interest adverse to the System or to the State of Texas, or any of its boards, agencies, commissions, universities; or elected or appointed officials); and

(6) confirmation of willingness to comply with policies, directives and guidelines of the System and the Attorney General of the State of Texas.

Format and Person to Contact. Three copies of the response are requested. The response should be typed, preferably double-spaced, on 8-1/2 by 11-inch paper with all pages sequentially numbered, either stapled or bound together. They should be sent by mail or delivered in person, marked "Response to Request for Information" and addressed to:

Delmar L. Cain, General Counsel

Office of General Counsel

The Texas A&M University System

John B. Connally Building, 6th Floor

301 Tarrow

College Station, Texas 77840-7896

Telephone (979) 458-6122 for questions

Deadline for Submission of Response. All responses must be received by the Office of General Counsel of The Texas A&M University System at the address set forth above not later than 5:00 p.m., June 27, 2001

TRD-200103462

Vickie Burt Spillers

Executive Secretary of the Board

Texas A&M University System, Board of Regents

Filed: June 19, 2001

Texas Department of Transportation

Requests for Proposals for Aviation Professional Consulting Services

The Aviation Division of the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), intends to engage aviation professional consulting firms for services pursuant to 40 U.S.C. 541 et seq., 49 U.S.C. 47107 and Government Code, Chapter 2254, Subchapter B. TxDOT Aviation Division will solicit and receive proposals for professional services as in the following description:

Conduct an Economic Impact Study related to General Aviation in Texas. This study will evaluate the economic impact of all publicly owned or operated basic utility, general utility, transport, and reliever airports within the Texas Airport System Plan.

The Proposal shall include:

1. Firm name, address, phone number, and name of person to contact regarding the proposal.

2. Proposed project management structure delineating key personnel and subconsultants (if any).

3. Qualifications and recent, relevant experience (past five years) of the firm, key personnel and subconsultants relative to the performance of recent, relevant similar services for aviation economic impact studies.

4. Proposed project schedule, including major tasks and target completion dates.

5. Technical approach - a detailed discussion of the tasks or steps to accomplish the project.

6. List of references including the name, address, and phone number of the person most closely associated with the firm's prior performance of similar projects.

7. Statement regarding an Affirmative Action Program.

8. Proposed Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation.

The study will include, though not be limited to, the following:

1. Identify existing airport activity levels and provide forecasts of future activity levels.

2. Identify and quantify the total economic impact of these airports both individually and as a whole.

3. Provide professional services for inventory phase, forecast phase, analysis phase, and deliverable phase.

4. Participate as state's professional representative for the project, providing professional consultation and advise incidental thereto.

5. Attend conferences and meetings with the state and other interested parties as needed to review available data and to clarify and define the requirements of the project.

Proposal Submission:

Those interested consultants should submit six copies of brief proposals consisting of the minimum number of pages sufficient to provide the above information for the project. Proposals must be postmarked by U. S. Mail by midnight July 25, 2001. Mailing address: TxDOT, Aviation Division, 125 E. 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78701-2483. Overnight delivery must be received by 4:00 p.m. on July 25, 2001; overnight address: TxDOT, Aviation Division, 200 E. Riverside Drive, Austin, Texas, 78704. Hand delivery must be received by 4:00 p.m. July 27, 2001; hand delivery address: 150 E. Riverside Drive, 5th Floor, South Tower, Austin, Texas 78704.

The duly appointed consultant selection committee will review all proposals and select three to five firms for interviews. The final consultant selection by the committee will be made following the completion of the review of proposals and interviews.

TxDOT reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, and to reopen the consultant selection process.

If there are any questions, please contact Bruce Ehly, Airport Planner, Planning and Programming at the Aviation Division, Texas Department of Transportation, (512) 416-4543 or 1-800-68-PILOT.

TRD-200103428

Bob Jackson

Deputy General Counsel

Texas Department of Transportation

Filed: June 18, 2001

The University of Texas System

Notice of Intent to Use Consulting Services for Online Booking Product

The University of Texas System Administration, in accordance with the provisions of Government Code, Chapter 2254, will be making a sole-source award to Academic Travel Consulting (ATC) for assistance with the implementation of the online booking product known as GetThere.

ATC will provide advice and assistance on the following:

Assist in developing a scope for work for each component of the U.T. System GetThere sub site.

Recommend a transaction fee reconciliation method.

Identify travel policies that need to be enforced through GetThere and develop policy exception codes for GetThere reporting.

Assist GetThere in developing form of payment parameters to make certain fares are purchased only by eligible passengers (according to both GSC contract fare and any UT System fare agreements).

Work with Navigant and GetThere to assure the synchronization of traveler profiles.

Design graphics for GetThere's interface look.

Provide recommendations for registration methods and URL access.

Test product for correct airfare, hotel, and rental rate displays.

Test product for travel policy compliance.

Develop marketing material and strategy.

The U.T. System will award the contract on July 18, 2001.

Any questions regarding this posting should be sent to:

Mr. Arthur Martinez

Associate Director

Office of Business and Administrative Services

The University of Texas System

201 West 7th Street

Austin, Texas 78701

Voice: (512) 499-4584

E-mail: Amartinez@utsystem.edu

TRD-200103432

Francie Frederick

Counsel and Secretary to the Board of Regents

The University of Texas System

Filed: June 18, 2001