Texas Department of Agriculture
Cotton Administrative Penalty Matrix
The Texas Agriculture Code (the "Code"), §12.020 confers administrative
authority upon the Texas Department of Agriculture to assess administrative
penalties against any person who violates provisions of Chapter 74 of the
Code or a rule adopted pursuant to Chapter 74. The department is hereby amending
the penalty matrix guidelines published in the August 8, 2003, issue of the
The four factors to be considered when assessing administrative penalties
are: (1) the fruiting status of the cotton plants; (2) the number of days
the field has been out of compliance; (3) the number of acres out of compliance;
and (4) any efforts of the cotton producer to comply with the destruction
deadline. These factors were developed in accordance with the Code §12.020(d),
and with consideration of the purpose and function of the cotton stalk destruction
program. Since boll weevil and pink bollworm development occurs inside fruiting
structures, the department considers a field that has cotton plants with fruiting
structures to pose a greater hazard than does one with no fruiting structures.
Additionally, the longer a field is left undestroyed and the more acres that
are not in compliance, the greater the probability that boll weevils and pink
bollworms will enter diapause. Diapausing insects represent a threat the following
season, not only to cotton in the out of compliance field, but also to cotton
in neighboring fields.
COTTON PENALTY FORMULA.
In order to assess penalties for failure to destroy cotton stalks or other
host plants by the appropriate destruction deadline, the following penalty
formula will be used: The penalty will consist of the sum of a base penalty
of $250, plus $0.50 per acre per day of noncompliance. Assignment of penalty
will not be mitigated by wet field conditions.
The calculation of the number of days a field is out of compliance will
be based upon the status of the cotton plants (unharvested, standing stalks;
shredded stalks; regrowth or volunteer) and the method of destruction required
for the particular cotton stalk destruction zone as set out in 4 Texas Administrative
Code, §20.22. In zones 9 and 10, violations involving shredded stalks,
standing stalks and unharvested cotton, days will be counted from the day
following the destruction deadline. For volunteer cotton in zones 9 and 10,
days will be counted from the date of the initial notification by the department
that the field has cotton in it. In zones 1 through 8, days will be counted
from the day following the destruction deadline for hostable standing stalks
and unharvested cotton. For shredded stalks, regrowth and volunteer cotton
in zones 1 through 8, days will be counted from the date of notification by
the department that the field has hostable cotton in it.
If a field in any zone is brought into compliance within seven days of
the date of notification by the department, no penalty will be assessed. To
the extent that the cotton producer brings a portion of the total acreage
into compliance after initial inspection, or if the cotton producer has applied
a properly labeled herbicide to comply with destruction requirements, the
department may reduce the penalty up to 50%.
The department may increase the penalty up to 50% for responsible parties
with a history of violations of the cotton stalk destruction requirements.
The department also may make adjustments in the penalty based upon extenuating
circumstances as justice may require.
This penalty guideline is effective immediately upon publication in the
TRD-200305105
Dolores Alvarado Hibbs
Deputy General Counsel
Texas Department of Agriculture
Filed: August 13, 2003
Public Notice - Request for Proposals for Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS
On August 15, 2003, the Brazos Valley Council of Governments officially
will be releasing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Housing Opportunities
for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) funds to contract for the period February 1,
2004 through January 31, 2005. Proposals are requested from eligible entities
to provide rental and/or emergency housing assistance to eligible persons
living with HIV/AIDS. Eligible applicants must be public or private nonprofit
health care or social services organizations doing business within the Central
Texas HIV/AIDS Planning Area, which consists of five HIV Service Delivery
Areas (HSDAs), including Austin, Bryan/College Station, San Angelo, Temple/Killeen,
and Waco.
The purpose of the HOPWA program is to provide housing assistance for income
eligible persons with Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Acquired Immune Deficiency
Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) and their families. The goal of the HOPWA program is to
prevent homelessness and to support independent living of persons with HIV/AIDS.
The RFP can be downloaded at http://www.bvcog.org or requested from the
HIV Administrative Services Program at (979) 775-4244 or in writing at P.O.
Box 4128, Bryan, Texas 77805-4128, Attention: Request for HOPWA RFP.
A letter of intent should be submitted by September 5, 2003. A Pre-Proposal
Conference on completion of the proposal will be held on Monday, September
15, 2003, at 9:00 a.m. The meeting will be held at the Brazos Valley Council
of Governments (1706 East 29th Street, Bryan, Texas 77802) in the Conference
Room. The purpose of the conference is to give all applicants an equal opportunity
to ask questions and get clarification before completing their proposals.
Attendance at the conference is not mandatory, but is strongly encouraged.
To be considered, proposals must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on October
15, 2003.
TRD-200305044
Nelda Thompson
Office Manager
Brazos Valley Council of Governments
Filed: August 12, 2003
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 deemed administratively complete
for the following projects(s) during the period of August 1, 2003, through
August 6, 2003. The public comment period for these projects will close at
5:00 p.m. on September 12, 2003.
FEDERAL AGENCY ACTIONS:
Applicant: City of League City; Location: The project is located on SH
96 from FM 1266 to SH 146 in Galveston County, Texas. The project site can
be located on the U.S.G.S. quadrangle map entitled: League City, Texas. Approximate
UTM Coordinates at the origin at FM 1266: Zone 15; Easting: 301582; Northing:
3264995. Approximate UTM Coordinates at the terminus at SH 146: Zone 15; Easting:
305063; Northing: 3267856. Project Description: The applicant proposes to
amend the project plans to include a bike trail on State Highway (SH) 96 from
FM 1266 to SH 146. The 10-foot-wide bike trail will be constructed by filling
approximately 20 feet of the existing roadside drainage ditch within the authorized
Right-of-Way side slope to accommodate the impacts to storm water drainage
within the ROW. The amendment will not result in an additional discharge of
fill material into waters of the U.S. The applicant has provided compensatory
mitigation for all jurisdictional impacts to waters of the U.S. within the
ROW in the original authorization. CCC Project No.: 03-0270-F1; Type of Application:
U.S.A.C.E. permit application #20612(01) is being evaluated under §404
of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. §125-1387).
Applicant: U.S. Coast Guard; Location: The project is located at Taylor
Bayou at mile 3.8 above the confluence with Clear Lake at Pasadena, Harris
County, Texas. Project Description: The applicant proposes to construct a
new railroad bridge across Taylor Bayou that will be part of a proposed 12.8-mile
rail project for the Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railway Company and
the San Jacinto Rail Limited (SJRL). This rail line will service the petro-chemical
industries in the Bayport Industrial District (Bayport Loop). The proposed
new SJRL bridge across Taylor Bayou will provide a horizontal clearance of
31.23 feet between piers and a vertical clearance of 6.33 feet above mean
high water, elevation 2.71 feet above Mean Sea Level (MSL). The bridge will
be constructed approximately 185 feet upstream of the existing Union Pacific
Railroad Bayport Loop Bridge. The Union Pacific Railroad bridge provides a
horizontal clearance of 20 feet between piers and a vertical clearance of
5.56 feet above mean high water, elevation 2.71 feet above MSL. The existing
Port Road Bridge, located approximately 50 feet downstream of the proposed
Taylor Bayou Bridge site, provides a horizontal clearance of 32 feet between
piers and a vertical clearance of 5.61 feet above mean high water, elevation
2.71 feet above MSL. The 100-year flood elevation is 7.0 feet, mean sea level,
while the elevation of the low steel of the bridge is 9.04 feet, mean sea
level.
The proposed new bridge will be approximately 860 feet in length and will
consist of 26 spans. Each span will be 33-feet long. The proposed typical
bent configuration will be a four-pile bent using 16-inch outside diameter
shell piles. Every fifth bent will have a double row of piles. The deck will
be a typical double cell, pre-stressed concrete box beam. The caps, abutments
and the deck will be pre-cast concrete. The ninth span from the west abutment
of the proposed SJRL Bridge will line up with the eighth span of the Port
Road Bridge to match the existing navigation channel. The eighth span of the
existing Port Road Bridge most nearly lines up with the existing Union Pacific
Railroad channel span. The proposed bridge will also include retaining walls
extending from each abutment towards the adjacent uplands to minimize fill
in wetland and open water habitats.
The rail project will cross five waterways that are navigable for the purposes
of Coast Guard bridge permitting jurisdiction. The Coast Guard has evaluated
the waterways from the standpoint of navigation and has determined that only
the proposed crossing of Taylor Bayou will require a Coast Guard Bridge Permit.
The other crossings have either met the criteria for the Advance Approval
category for construction of bridges or for the Coast Guard Authorization
Act of 1982 and will not require specific Coast Guard Bridge Permits.
The Coast Guard's permitting authority will be limited to the bridge across
Taylor Bayou and its approaches. The Coast Guard participated in two public
meetings for the rail project that were held in Houston, Texas on January
14 and 15, 2003. No comments or objections regarding the bridge-related portion
of the project at Taylor Bayou were made at the public meetings and the Coast
Guard has received no subsequent written comments or objections to this aspect
of the project.
Federal funds will not be used for this project. CCC Project No.: 03-0275-F1;
Type of Application: U.S.C.G. permit application #CGD8-10-03 is being evaluated
under Section 9 Bridge Permit.
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 on the applications listed above may be obtained from
Ms. Diane P. Garcia, Council Secretary, Coastal Coordination Council, P.O.
Box 12873, Austin, Texas 78711-2873, 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-200305113
Larry L. Laine
Chief Clerk/Deputy Land Commissioner, General Land Office
Coastal Coordination Council
Filed: August 13, 2003
Notice of Contract Award
Pursuant to Chapter 2254, Chapter B, and Sections 403.011 and 403.020 Texas
Government Code, the Comptroller of Public Accounts (Comptroller) announces
this notice of consulting contract award.
The notice of request for proposals (RFP #156a) was published in the June
6, 2003, issue of the
Texas Register
, ( 28
TexReg 4443).
The consultant will assist Comptroller in conducting a management and performance
review of the Marble Falls Independent School District.
The contract was awarded to SoCo Consulting, Inc., P. O. Box 160671, Austin,
Texas 78716-0671. The total amount of this contract is not to exceed $105,000.00.
The term of the contract is August 5, 2003 through May 31, 2004. The final
report is due on or before December 15, 2003.
TRD-200304878
William Clay Harris
Assistant General Counsel, Contracts
Comptroller of Public Accounts
Filed: August 8, 2003
Pursuant to Chapter 2254, Subchapter B, and Sections 403.011 and 403.020,
Texas Government Code; and House Bill 2964 (H.B. 2964), 78th Texas Legislature,
Reg. Sess. (Sept. 1, 2003), the Comptroller of Public Accounts (Comptroller)
announces the issuance of a Request for Proposals (RFP #164a) from qualified,
independent firms to provide consulting services to Comptroller. The successful
respondent will assist Comptroller in conducting a management and performance
review of the Stafford Municipal School District (Stafford MSD). Comptroller
reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to award one or more contracts
for this review. The successful respondent(s) will be expected to begin performance
of the contract or contracts, if any, on or about September 15, 2003, or as
soon thereafter as practical.
Contact: Parties interested in submitting a proposal should contact 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, to obtain a copy of the RFP. Comptroller will mail copies of the
RFP only to those specifically requesting a copy. The RFP was made available
for pick-up at the above-referenced address on Friday, August 22, 2003, between
10 a.m. and 5 p.m., Central Zone Time (CZT), and during normal business hours
thereafter. Comptroller also made the complete RFP available electronically
on the Texas Marketplace at: http://esbd.tbpc.state.tx.us after 10 a.m. (CZT)
on Friday, August 22, 2003.
Mandatory Letters of Intent and Questions: All Mandatory Letters of Intent
and questions regarding the RFP must be sent via facsimile to Mr. Harris at:
(512) 475-0973, not later than 2:00 p.m. (CZT), on Monday, September 8, 2003.
Official responses to questions received by the foregoing deadline will be
posted electronically on the Texas Marketplace no later than September 8,
2003, or as soon thereafter as practical. Mandatory Letters of Intent received
after the 2:00 p.m., September 8, 2003 deadline will not be considered. Respondents
shall be solely responsible for confirming the timely receipt of Mandatory
Letters of Intent to propose.
Closing Date: Proposals must be received in Assistant General Counsel's
Office at the address specified above (ROOM G-24) no later than 2 p.m. (CZT),
on Wednesday, September 10, 2003. Proposals received after this time and date
will not be considered. Proposals will not be accepted from respondents that
do not submit mandatory letters of intent by the September 8, 2003, deadline.
Respondents shall be solely responsible for confirming the timely receipt
of proposals.
Evaluation and Award Procedure: All proposals will be subject to evaluation
by a committee based on the evaluation criteria and procedures set forth in
the RFP. Comptroller will make the final decision regarding the award of a
contract or contracts. Comptroller reserves the right to award one or more
contracts under this RFP.
Comptroller reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals
submitted. Comptroller is under no legal or other obligation to execute any
contracts on the basis of this notice or the distribution of any RFP. Comptroller
shall not pay for any costs incurred by any entity in responding to this Notice
or the RFP.
The anticipated schedule of events is as follows: Issuance of RFP - August
22, 2003, 10 a.m. CZT; All Mandatory Letters of Intent and Questions Due -
September 8, 2003, 2 p.m. CZT; Official Responses to Questions Posted - September
8, 2003, or as soon thereafter as practical; Proposals Due - September 10,
2003, 2 p.m. CZT; Contract Execution - September 15, 2003, or as soon thereafter
as practical; Commencement of Project Activities - September 15, 2003, or
as soon thereafter as practical.
TRD-200305005
William Clay Harris
Assistant General Counsel, Contracts
Comptroller of Public Accounts
Filed: August 11, 2003
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 Sections 303.003
and 303.009, Tex. Fin. Code.
The weekly ceiling as prescribed by Sections 303.003 and 303.009 for the
period of 08/18/03 -- 08/24/03 is 18% for Consumer
1
/Agricultural/Commercial
2
/credit thru
$250,000.
The weekly ceiling as prescribed by Sections 303.003 and 303.09 for the
period of 08/18/03 -- 08/24/03 is 18% for Commercial over $250,000.
1
Credit for personal, family or household
use.
2
Credit for business, commercial, investment
or other similar purpose.
TRD-200305045
Leslie L. Pettijohn
Commissioner
Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner
Filed: August 12, 2003
Notice of Public Hearing on Proposed Revisions to 30 TAC Chapters 37, 39, 305 and 336
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (commission) will conduct
a public hearing to receive comments regarding revisions to 30 TAC Chapters
37, 39, 305, and 336 under the requirements of the Texas Health and Safety
Code, §382.017; Texas Government Code, Subchapter B, Chapter 2001.
The proposed rulemaking would implement House Bills 1567 and 1678, 78th
Legislature, 2003, and the corresponding amendments to Texas Health and Safety
Code, Chapter 401. House Bill 1567 provides for the licensing of a low-level
radioactive waste disposal facility and establishes procedures for the commission
to accept and evaluate license applications from private entities to dispose
of low-level radioactive waste. House Bill 1678 changes the "radiation and
perpetual care fund" to be a "perpetual care account" in the general revenue
fund. The proposed rulemaking would also incorporate new United States Nuclear
Regulatory Commission requirements regarding
Deliberate
Misconduct by Unlicensed Persons
(63 FR 1890 and 63 FR 13373) and
A public hearing on this proposal will be held in Austin, Texas, on September
16, 2003, at 1:30 p.m., at the commission's central office, 12100 Park 35
Circle, Building E, Room 201. The hearing will be structured for the receipt
of oral or written comments by interested persons. Individuals may present
oral statements when called upon in order of registration. There will be no
open discussion during the hearing; however, a commission staff member will
be available to discuss the proposal 30 minutes prior to the hearing, and
to answer questions before and after the hearing.
Comments may be submitted to Angela Slupe, Office of Environmental Policy,
Analysis, and Assessment, MC 205, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality,
P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, or faxed to (512) 239-4808. All
comments should reference Rule Log Number 2003-037-336-WS. Comments must be
received by 5:00 p.m., September 22, 2003. For further information, please
contact Devane Clarke of the Waste Permits Division at (512) 239-5604, or
Alan Henderson of the Policy and Regulations Division at (512) 239-1510.
Persons with disabilities who have special communication or other accommodation
needs, who are planning to attend the hearing, should contact the Office of
Environmental Policy, Analysis, and Assessment at (512) 239- 4900. Requests
should be made as far in advance as possible.
TRD-200304826
Stephanie Bergeron
Director, Environmental Law Division
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: August 7, 2003
Notice of Preliminary Report for Assessment of Administrative Penalties and Notice of Violation to Ford Chiropractic Clinic, P.C., dba Ford Chiropractic Clinic
Notice is hereby given that the Bureau of Radiation Control (bureau), Texas
Department of Health (department), issued a notice of violation and proposal
to assess an administrative penalty to Ford Chiropractic Clinic, P.C., doing
business as Ford Chiropractic Clinic, (registrant-R27725) of Trophy Club.
A total penalty of $2,000 is proposed to be assessed the registrant for alleged
violations of 25 Texas Administrative Code, §289.226.
A copy of all relevant material is available, by appointment, for public
inspection at the Bureau of Radiation Control, Texas Department of Health,
Exchange Building, 8407 Wall Street, Austin, Texas, telephone (512) 834-6688,
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (except holidays).
TRD-200305073
Susan K. Steeg
General Counsel
Texas Department of Health
Filed: August 12, 2003
Notice of Award of a Major Consulting Contract
The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) announces the award of
HHSC Contract #529-03-306 to Winkelman Management Consulting, a company with
a principal place of business at 6689 Orchard Lake Road, #307, West Bloomfield,
MI 48322.
The consultant will provide technical assistance with development of HHSC's
planned Preferred Drug List and Prior Authorization Services Request for Proposals.
Specifically, the consultant will: (1) review, comment and assist in the development
of the RFP, with particular emphasis on the pricing terms, (2) help HHSC respond
to vendor questions concerning the RFP, and (3) assist in the development
of evaluation criteria and tools, with particular emphasis on the pricing
terms.
The total value of the contract is an amount not-to-exceed $38,000.00.
The contract has an effective date of July 14, 2003, and will expire on October
14, 2003, unless extended or terminated sooner by the parties. The contactor
will produce three status reports during the term of the contract, with the
final report due on October 14, 2003.
On June 30, 2003, the Governor's Planning and Budget Office issued a finding
of fact that the consulting services are necessary, and an emergency waiver
of the
Texas Register's
publication requirements.
TRD-200305052
Steve Aragon
General Counsel
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Filed: August 12, 2003
Notice is hereby given that the Bureau of Radiation Control (bureau), Texas
Department of Health (department), issued a notice of violation and proposal
to assess an administrative penalty to Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate
Word, doing business as St. Joseph Hospital, (licensee-L02279) of Houston.
A total penalty of $5,000 is proposed to be assessed the licensee for alleged
violations of 25 Texas Administrative Code, §289.256.
A copy of all relevant material is available, by appointment, for public
inspection at the Bureau of Radiation Control, Texas Department of Health,
Exchange Building, 8407 Wall Street, Austin, Texas, telephone (512) 834-6688,
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (except holidays).
TRD-200305072
Susan K. Steeg
General Counsel
Texas Department of Health
Filed: August 12, 2003
The Texas Department of Health, having duly filed complaints pursuant to
25 Texas Administrative Code, §289.205, has revoked the following certificates
of registration: Allied Dental Center, Killeen, R19920, July 30, 2003; Exxonmobile
Chemical Company, Houston, R20510, July 30, 2003; Spinal Dynamics, Inc., Seguin,
R22759, July 30, 2003; Rajeev Gupta, M.D., Giddings, R24227, July 30, 2003;
Procare, Dallas, R24232, July 30, 2003; Women's Headache & Wellness Centre,
San Antonio, R25628, July 30, 2003; Medical Psychiatric Association, Richardson,
R25759, July 30, 2003; Jerry F. Castilleja, M.D., Seguin, R26349, July 30,
2003; Mark C. Eidson, M.D., Weatherford, R26364, July 30, 2003.
A copy of all relevant material is available, by appointment, for public
inspection at the Bureau of Radiation Control, Texas Department of Health,
Exchange Building, 8407 Wall Street, Austin, Texas, telephone (512) 834-6688,
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (except holidays).
TRD-200305074
Susan K. Steeg
General Counsel
Texas Department of Health
Filed: August 12, 2003
Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Texas Fund for Geography Education
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board is releasing this Request
for Proposal to the Texas Fund for Geography Grant Program. To be eligible
for an award, institutions must submit applications to the Texas Fund for
Geography Education Advisory Committee as specified in these instructions.
Proposals must be submitted in writing and electronically.
Program Overview:
Name: Texas Fund for Geography Education
Purpose: To provide funding to eligible institutions of higher education
to support geography education within the state and to improve geography literacy
in the K-12 environment.
Authority: Texas Education Code, 61.944- 61.945; Texas Administrative Code,
Title 19, Part 1, Chapter 13, Subchapter J, Rules 13.180- 13.187. See appendices.
Eligible Projects: New or existing initiatives designed to improve the
quality of geography education in the Texas K-12 environment. Collaborative
efforts between public / independent institutions of higher education in Texas
and a K-12 partner. The latter may include, but not be limited to, school
district(s), individual schools/teachers, regional education service center
(s), public and private entities.
General Selection Criteria: Competitive. Designed to award grants that
provide the best overall value to the state. Selection criteria shall be based
primarily on project quality, cost, and impact the project will have on enhancing
geography education in the K-12 environment.
Available Funds: $100,000 for CY 2004.
Grant Award: Minimum: none. Maximum: Not to exceed $50,000.
Grant Period: One-year grants from January 1, 2004 to December 31, 2004.
Grant Disbursement: In a single payment, as soon as possible after the
awards are made.
Carryover Funds: Unencumbered funds may not carry over beyond the grant
period unless specifically authorized by the Coordinating Board’s Assistant
Commissioner for Finance, Campus Planning, and Research.
Application Deadline: Applications must be postmarked (or otherwise dated
for overnight delivery) by October 15, 2003, or hand-delivered to the Committee’s
office by 5:00 p.m., October 15, 2003. Applications must also be received
electronically by 5:00 p.m., October 15, 2003. E-mail applications to: jeffrey.phelps@thecb.state.tx.us
More Information: Contact Mr. Jeffrey Phelps, Director of Finance, Finance,
Campus Planning and Research Division, at 512/427-6139, or by e-mail.
Program Schedule:
October 15, 2003: Proposals are due.
November 3, 2003: Recommendations are made to the National Geographic Society.
November 11, 2003: Proposals are awarded by the National Geographic Society.
November 18, 2003: Award letters are sent.
December 1, 2003: Grantee(s) sign award contracts.
Electronic copies of these instructions and forms can be found at the following
website: http://www.thecb.state.tx.us/reports/html/0626.htm.
TRD-200304795
Jan Greenberg
General Counsel
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
Filed: August 6, 2003
Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Evergreen at Wylie Senior Community Apartments) Series 2003
Notice is hereby given of a public hearing to be held by the Texas Department
of Housing and Community Affairs (the "Issuer") at Harrison Intermediate School,
1001 S. Ballard Avenue, Wylie, Texas 75098, at 6:00 p.m. on September 22,
2003 with respect to an issue of tax-exempt multifamily residential rental
development revenue bonds in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $8,200,000
and taxable bonds, if necessary, in an amount to be determined, to be issued
in one or more series (the "Bonds"), by the Issuer. The proceeds of the Bonds
will be loaned to PWA-Wylie Senior Community, L.P., a limited partnership,
or a related person or affiliate thereof (the "Borrower") to finance a portion
of the costs of acquiring, constructing and equipping a multifamily housing
development (the "Development") described as follows: 150-unit multifamily
residential rental development to be located at 701 State Highway 78 South,
Wylie, Texas 75098. The Development will initially be owned by the Borrower.
It is anticipated that units in the Development will be leased to seniors,
age 55 and over.
All interested parties are invited to attend such public hearing to express
their views with respect to the Development and the issuance of the Bonds.
Questions or requests for additional information may be directed to Robbye
Meyer at the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, 507 Sabine,
Austin, Texas 78701; (512) 475-2213 and/or rmeyer@tdhca.state.tx.us.
Persons who intend to appear at the hearing and express their views are
invited to contact Robbye Meyer in writing in advance of the hearing. Any
interested persons unable to attend the hearing may submit their views in
writing to Robbye Meyer prior to the date scheduled for the hearing.
Individuals who require auxiliary aids in order to attend this meeting
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 meeting so that
appropriate arrangements can be made.
TRD-200305106
Edwina P. Carrington
Executive Director
Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs
Filed: August 13, 2003
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given of a public hearing to be held by the Texas Department
of Housing and Community Affairs (the "Issuer") at Calvert Elementary School,
1925 Marvell Drive, Houston, Texas 77032, at 6:00 p.m. on September 9, 2003
with respect to an issue of tax-exempt multifamily residential rental development
revenue bonds in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $11,000,000 and
taxable bonds, if necessary, in an amount to be determined, to be issued in
one or more series (the "Bonds"), by the Issuer. The proceeds of the Bonds
will be loaned to St. Moritz Partners, L.P., a limited partnership, or a related
person or affiliate thereof (the "Borrower") to finance a portion of the costs
of acquiring, constructing and equipping a multifamily housing development
(the "Development") described as follows: 192-unit multifamily residential
rental development to be located at 6200 Greens Road, Humble, Texas 77396.
The Development will initially be owned by the Borrower.
All interested parties are invited to attend such public hearing to express
their views with respect to the Development and the issuance of the Bonds.
Questions or requests for additional information may be directed to Robbye
Meyer: at the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, 507 Sabine,
Austin, Texas 78701; (512) 475-2213; and/or rmeyer@tdhca.state.tx.us.
Persons who intend to appear at the hearing and express their views are
invited to contact Robbye Meyer in writing in advance of the hearing. Any
interested persons unable to attend the hearing may submit their views in
writing to Robbye Meyer prior to the date scheduled for the hearing.
Individuals who require auxiliary aids in order to attend this meeting
should contact Gina Esteves, ADA Responsible Employee, at (512) 475-3943 or
Relay Texas at (800) 735-2989 at least two days before the meeting so that
appropriate arrangements can be made.
TRD-200305107
Edwina P. Carrington
Executive Director
Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs
Filed: August 13, 2003
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given of a public hearing to be held by the Texas Department
of Housing and Community Affairs (the "Issuer") at Codwell Elementary School,
5225 Tavenor, Houston, Texas 77048, at 6:00 p.m. on September 16, 2003 with
respect to an issue of tax-exempt multifamily residential rental development
revenue bonds in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $15,000,000 and
taxable bonds, if necessary, in an amount to be determined, to be issued in
one or more series (the "Bonds"), by the Issuer. The proceeds of the Bonds
will be loaned to Martindale Villas, L.P., a limited partnership, or a related
person or affiliate thereof (the "Borrower") to finance a portion of the costs
of acquiring, constructing and equipping a multifamily housing development
(the "Development") described as follows: 272-unit multifamily residential
rental development to be located at 10050 Cullen Boulevard, Houston, Texas
77051. The Development will initially be owned by the Borrower.
All interested parties are invited to attend such public hearing to express
their views with respect to the Development and the issuance of the Bonds.
Questions or requests for additional information may be directed to Robbye
Meyer: at the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, 507 Sabine,
Austin, Texas 78701; (512) 475-2213; and/or rmeyer@tdhca.state.tx.us.
Persons who intend to appear at the hearing and express their views are
invited to contact Robbye Meyer in writing in advance of the hearing. Any
interested persons unable to attend the hearing may submit their views in
writing to Robbye Meyer prior to the date scheduled for the hearing.
Individuals who require auxiliary aids in order to attend this meeting
should contact Gina Esteves, ADA Responsible Employee, at (512) 475-3943 or
Relay Texas at (800) 735-2989 at least two days before the meeting so that
appropriate arrangements can be made.
TRD-200305108
Edwina P. Carrington
Executive Director
Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs
Filed: August 13, 2003
Public Meeting Notice
Amendments to the 2022 Metropolitan Transportation
Plan (MTP) and the 2002-2004 and 2004-2006 Transportation Improvement Program
(TIP)
Houston-Galveston Area Council
3555 Timmons Lane
Houston, Texas 77027
Tuesday, August 26, 2003
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
2nd Floor, Conference Room A
On Tuesday, August 26th, 2003 at 5:30 p.m. the Houston-Galveston Area Council
(H-GAC) will host a public meeting on proposed amendments to the 2022 Metropolitan
Transportation Plan (MTP), the 2002-2004 Transportation Improvement Program
(TIP) and the 2004-2006 TIP. The public is encouraged to attend this important
meeting and provide comments to H-GAC.
* Add FM 1093 grade separation projects.
* Cancel the Magnolia Road grade separation project.
* Increase funding for construction of Goose Creek hike / bike trail.
* Program Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5309 funds into
the TIP for City of Galveston Island Transit.
* Program Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) FY 2003 Appropriations
Bill funds into the TIP for City of Galveston Port of Galveston.
The public comment period on the amendments begins
Sunday, August 10, 2003.
All comments must be received by H-GAC no
later than
5 p.m., Wednesday, September 10, 2003.
To
obtain more detailed information, please check H-GAC's Transportation Web
site at
www.h-gac.com/transportation
or call
Lynn Spencer, Transportation Senior Planner, at (713) 993-2436. Copies of
the proposed amendments will also be available at the meeting. Written comments
may be submitted to Lynn Spencer, Houston-Galveston Area Council, P.O. Box
22777, Houston, Texas 77227, emailed to lynn.spencer@h-gac.com or faxed to
(713) 993-4508.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, H-GAC will provide
for reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities attending H-GAC
functions. Requests should be received by H-GAC 24 hours prior to the function.
Call Lynn Spencer at (713) 993-2436 to make arrangements.
TRD-200305101
Alan Clark
MPO Director
Houston-Galveston Area Council
Filed: August 13, 2003
Company Licensing
Application to change the name of SPECIALTY LLOYDS INSURANCE COMPANY to
RELIABLE LLOYDS INSURANCE COMPANY a domestic Lloyds/Reciprocal company. The
home office is in Fort Worth, Texas.
Application to change the name of ALLIANZ INSURANCE COMPANY to ALLIANZ
GLOBAL RISKS US INSURANCE COMPANY a foreign fire and/or casualty company.
The home office is in Burbank, California.
Application for a new organization applying for a certificate of authority
in the State of Texas by CIHC LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY OF TEXAS, a domestic
life, accident and/or health company. The home office is in Austin, Texas.
Application for admission to the State of Texas by SECURITAS LIFE INSURANCE
COMPANY, a foreign life, accident and/or health company. The home office is
in Edmond, Oklahoma.
Application for admission to the State of Texas by ARCH REINSURANCE COMPANY,
a foreign fire and/or casualty company. The home office is in Omaha, Nebraska.
Application for admission to the State of Texas by U.S. AEROSPACE INSURANCE
COMPANY, a domestic fire and/or casualty company. The home office is in Addison,
Texas.
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-200305109
Gene C. Jarmon
General Counsel and Chief Clerk
Texas Department of Insurance
Filed: August 13, 2003
Notice of Request for Proposals
Pursuant to Chapter 2254, Subchapter B, and Chapter 751, Texas Government
Code, the Office of State-Federal Relations (OSFR) announces the issuance
of a Request for Proposals (RFP #333-0405-1000) from qualified, independent
firms to provide consulting services to OSFR. The successful respondent will
assist OSFR in state-federal liaison activities in Washington, D.C. OSFR reserves
the right, in its sole discretion, to award one or more contracts for consulting
services under this RFP. The successful respondent(s) will be expected to
begin performance of the contract or contracts, if any, on or about October
1, 2003.
Contact: Parties interested in submitting a proposal should contact David
Pagan, Associate Director, 122 C Street NW, Suite 200, Washington, D.C., 20001,
telephone number: (202) 434-0211, to obtain a copy of the RFP. OSFR will mail
copies of the RFP only to those specifically requesting a copy. The RFP was
made available for pick-up at the above-referenced address on Friday, August
15th, between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m., Eastern Zone Time (EZT), and during normal
business hours thereafter. OSFR also made the complete RFP available electronically
on the Texas Marketplace at: http://esbd.tbpc.state.tx.us after 3 p.m. (EZT)
on Friday, August 15, 2003.
Questions: All questions regarding the RFP must be sent via facsimile to
Mr. Pagan at: (202) 628-1943, not later than 6:00 p.m. (EZT), on Tuesday,
August 26, 2003. Official responses to questions received by the foregoing
deadline will be posted electronically on the Texas Marketplace no later than
2:00 p.m. (EZT) on Wednesday, August 27, 2003, or as soon thereafter as practical.
Closing Date: Proposals must be received at the address specified above
no later than 2 p.m. (EZT), on Friday, August 29, 2003. Proposals received
after this time and date will not be considered. Respondents shall be solely
responsible for confirming the timely receipt of proposals.
Evaluation and Award Procedure: All proposals will be subject to evaluation
based on the evaluation criteria and procedures set forth in the RFP. The
services sought by OSFR through this RFP relate to services previously provided
by consultants. OSFR intends to award the contract or contracts under this
RFP to a consultant or consultants that previously provided these services,
unless a better offer is received. OSFR will make the final decision regarding
the award of a contract or contracts. OSFR reserves the right to award one
or more contracts under this RFP.
OSFR reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals submitted.
OSFR is under no legal or other obligation to execute any contracts on the
basis of this notice or the distribution of any RFP. OSFR shall not pay for
any costs incurred by any entity in responding to this Notice or the RFP.
The anticipated schedule of events is as follows: Issuance of RFP - Friday,
August 15, 2003, 3 p.m. EZT; Questions Posted - August 27, 2003, or as soon
thereafter as practical; Proposals Due - August 29, 2003, 2 p.m. EZT; Contract
Execution - September 22, 2003, or as soon thereafter as practical; Commencement
of Project Activities - October 1, 2003.
TRD-200305046
David Pagan
Associate Director
Texas Office of State-Federal Relations
Filed: August 12, 2003
Notice of Application for Amendment to Service Provider Certificates of Operating Authority
On August 4, 2003, New Access Communications, LLC filed an application
with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) to amend its service
provider certificate of operating authority (SPCOA) granted in SPCOA Certificate
Number 60458, and relinquish SPCOA Certificate Number 60251. The Applicant
intends to reflect a change in ownership/control, relinquish a certificate,
and change the type of provider.
The Application: Application of New Access Communications, LLC for an Amendment
to its Service Provider Certificate of Operating Authority, Docket Number
28268.
Persons wishing to comment on the action sought should contact the Public
Utility Commission of Texas by mail at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas, 78711-3326,
or by phone at (512) 936-7120 or toll free at 1-888-782-8477 no later than
August 27, 2003. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephones
(TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136 or toll free at 1-800-735-2989.
All comments should reference Docket Number 28268.
TRD-200304794
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 6, 2003
Notice is given to the public of an application filed with the Public Utility
Commission of Texas (commission) on August 8, 2003, for designation as an
eligible telecommunications carrier pursuant to 47 U.S.C. §214(e) and
P.U.C. Substantive Rule §26.418.
Docket Title and Number: Application of Panhandle Telecommunication Systems,
Incorporated (PTSI) for Designation as an Eligible Telecommunications Carrier
(ETC) Pursuant to 47 U.S.C. §214(e) and P.U.C. Substantive Rule §26.418.
Docket Number 28316.
The Application: The company is requesting ETC designation in order to
be eligible to receive federal universal service funding to assist it in providing
universal service in Texas. Pursuant to 47 U.S.C. §214(e), the commission,
either upon its own motion or upon request, shall designate qualifying common
carriers as ETCs for service areas set forth by the commission. PTSI is requesting
ETC designation in the Perryton exchange in which Valor Telecommunications
of Texas, LP is the incumbent provider in the state of Texas. PTSI holds Certificate
of Operating Authority Number 50016. The proposed effective date is September
22, 2003.
This application has been designated Docket Number 28316 by the commission.
Persons who wish to comment on this application should notify the commission
by September 11, 2003. Requests for further information should be mailed to
the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326,
or 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 telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136 or use Relay
Texas (800) 735-2989 to reach the commission's toll-free number (888) 782-8477.
All correspondence should refer to Docket Number 28316.
TRD-200305104
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 13, 2003
Notice is given to the public of an application filed with the Public Utility
Commission of Texas (commission) on August 8, 2003, for designation as an
eligible telecommunications provider pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §26.417.
Docket Title and Number: Application of Panhandle Telecommunication Systems,
Incorporated (PTSI) for Designation as an Eligible Telecommunications Provider
(ETP) Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §26.417. Docket Number 28315.
The Application: The company is requesting ETP designation in order to
be eligible to receive state universal service funding to assist it in providing
universal service in Texas. Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §26.417,
the commission, either upon its own motion or upon request, shall designate
qualifying telecommunications providers as ETPs for service areas set forth
by the commission. PTSI is requesting ETP designation in the Perryton exchange
in which Valor Telecommunications of Texas, LP is the incumbent provider in
the state of Texas. PTSI holds Certificate of Operating Authority Number 50016.
The proposed effective date is September 22, 2003.
This application has been designated Docket Number 28315 by the commission.
Persons who wish to comment on this application should notify the commission
by September 11, 2003. Requests for further information should be mailed to
the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326,
or 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 telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136 or use Relay
Texas (800) 735-2989 to reach the commission's toll-free number (888) 782-8477.
All correspondence should refer to Docket Number 28315.
TRD-200305103
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 13, 2003
Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission
of Texas of an application on August 7, 2003, for a service provider certificate
of operating authority (SPCOA), pursuant to the Public Utility Regulatory
Act (PURA) §§54.151 - 54.156. A summary of the application follows.
Docket Title and Number: Application of Time Warner Cable Information Services
(Texas), L.P., doing business as Time Warner Cable, for a Service Provider
Certificate of Operating Authority, Docket Number 28303 before the Public
Utility Commission of Texas.
Applicant intends to provide plain old telephone service and long distance
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 by mail at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326,
or by phone at (512) 936-7120 or toll free at 1-888-782-8477 no later than
August 27, 2003. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone
(TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136 or toll free at 1-800-735-2989.
All comments should reference Docket Number 28303.
TRD-200304973
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 11, 2003
Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission
of Texas (commission) an application on August 8, 2003, for waiver of denial
by the North American Numbering Plan Administrator (NANPA) Pooling Administrator
(PA) of applicant's request for NXX codes.
Docket Title and Number: Application of ionex telecommunications, inc.
for Waiver of Denial by the NANPA of NXX Code Request in the Bammel Rate Center.
Docket Number 28312.
The Application: ionex telecommunications, inc. (ionex) submitted a Central
Office Code (NXX) Assignment Request to the Pooling Administrator (PA) for
the assignment of an additional NXX code to offer extended/expanded local
two way calling service in the Bammel rate center. The PA denied ionex's request
based on practices designed to prohibit acquisition of unneeded numbering
resources. ionex seeks an exception to the application of NXX assignment guidelines.
ionex asked that the commission instruct the PA to release the numbering resources
ionex contends are necessary to allow ionex to offer a more competitive range
of services to the local businesses within the Bammel service area.
Persons wishing to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public
Utility Commission of Texas, by mail at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas, 78711-3326,
or by phone at (512) 936-7120 or toll free at 1-888-782-8477 no later than
September 3, 2003. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephones
(TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136 or toll-free at 1-800-735-2989.
All comments should reference Docket Number 28312.
TRD-200305097
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 12, 2003
Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission
of Texas (commission) an application on August 8, 2003, for waiver of denial
by the North American Numbering Plan Administrator (NANPA) Pooling Administrator
(PA) of applicant's request for NXX codes.
Docket Title and Number: Application of ionex telecommunications, inc.
for Waiver of Denial by the NANPA of NXX Code Request in the Midland Rate
Center. Docket Number 28313.
The Application: ionex telecommunications, inc. (ionex) submitted a Central
Office Code (NXX) Assignment Request to the Pooling Administrator (PA) for
the assignment of an additional NXX code to offer extended/expanded local
two way calling service in the Midland rate center. The PA denied ionex's
request based on practices designed to prohibit acquisition of unneeded numbering
resources. ionex seeks an exception to the application of NXX assignment guidelines.
ionex asked that the commission instruct the PA to release the numbering resources
ionex contends are necessary to allow ionex to offer a more competitive range
of services to the local businesses within the Midland service area.
Persons wishing to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public
Utility Commission of Texas, by mail at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas, 78711-3326,
or by phone at (512) 936-7120 or toll free at 1-888-782-8477 no later than
September 3, 2003. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephones
(TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136 or toll-free at 1-800-735-2989.
All comments should reference Docket Number 28313.
TRD-200305098
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 12, 2003
Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission
of Texas (commission) an application on August 8, 2003, for waiver of denial
by the North American Numbering Plan Administrator (NANPA) Pooling Administrator
(PA) of applicant's request for NXX codes.
Docket Title and Number: Application of ionex telecommunications, inc.
for Waiver of Denial by the NANPA of NXX Code Request in the Odessa Rate Center.
Docket Number 28314.
The Application: ionex telecommunications, inc. (ionex) submitted a Central
Office Code (NXX) Assignment Request to the Pooling Administrator (PA) for
the assignment of an additional NXX code to offer extended/expanded local
two way calling service in the Odessa rate center. The PA denied ionex's request
based on practices designed to prohibit acquisition of unneeded numbering
resources. ionex seeks an exception to the application of NXX assignment guidelines.
ionex asked that the commission instruct the PA to release the numbering resources
ionex contends are necessary to allow ionex to offer a more competitive range
of services to the local businesses within the Odessa service area.
Persons wishing to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public
Utility Commission of Texas, by mail at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas, 78711-3326,
or by phone at (512) 936-7120 or toll free at 1-888-782-8477 no later than
September 3, 2003. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephones
(TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136 or toll-free at 1-800-735-2989.
All comments should reference Docket Number 28314.
TRD-200305099
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 12, 2003
Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission
of Texas of a petition on July 3, 2003, for expanded local calling service
(ELCS), pursuant to Chapter 55, Subchapter C of the Public Utility Regulatory
Act (PURA). A summary of the application follows.
Project Title and Number: Petition of the Tehuacana Exchange for Expanded
Local Calling Service, Project Number 28087.
The petitioners in the Tehuacana exchange request ELCS to the exchanges
of Groesbeck, Hubbard, Teague, and Wortham.
Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public
Utility Commission of Texas by mail at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326,
or by phone at (512) 936-7120 or toll free at 1-888-782-8477 no later than
September 8, 2003. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone
(TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136 or toll free at 1-800-735-2789.
All comments should reference Project Number 28087.
TRD-200304972
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 11, 2003
On August 5, 2003, Southwestern Bell Telephone, LP doing business as SBC
Texas and 1-800- Reconex, Inc., collectively referred to as applicants, filed
a joint application for approval of amendment to an existing interconnection
agreement under §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 2003) (PURA). The joint application has been designated Docket
Number 28273. 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 amendment
to the interconnection agreement. Any interested person may file written comments
on the joint application by filing three 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
28273. 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 September 5, 2003, 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 action, 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, or by phone
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 28273.
TRD-200304867
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 7, 2003
On August 5, 2003, Southwestern Bell Telephone, LP doing business as SBC
Texas and CallNet Communications, Incorporated, collectively referred to as
applicants, filed a joint application for approval of amendment to an existing
interconnection agreement under §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 2003) (PURA). The joint application has been
designated Docket Number 28274. 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 amendment
to the interconnection agreement. Any interested person may file written comments
on the joint application by filing three 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
28274. 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 September 5, 2003, 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 action, 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, or by phone
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 28274.
TRD-200304868
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 7, 2003
On August 5, 2003, Southwestern Bell Telephone, LP doing business as SBC
Texas and Spruce Communications, LP, collectively referred to as applicants,
filed a joint application for approval of amendment to an existing interconnection
agreement under §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 2003) (PURA). The joint application has been designated Docket
Number 28275. 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 amendment
to the interconnection agreement. Any interested person may file written comments
on the joint application by filing three 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
28275. 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 September 5, 2003, 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 action, 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, or by phone
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 28275.
TRD-200304869
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 7, 2003
On August 5, 2003, Southwestern Bell Telephone, LP doing business as SBC
Texas and Now Communications, Inc., collectively referred to as applicants,
filed a joint application for approval of amendment to an existing interconnection
agreement under §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 2003) (PURA). The joint application has been designated Docket
Number 28276. 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 amendment
to the interconnection agreement. Any interested person may file written comments
on the joint application by filing three 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
28276. 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 September 5, 2003, 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 action, 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, or by phone
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 28276.
TRD-200304870
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 7, 2003
On August 5, 2003, Southwestern Bell Telephone, LP doing business as SBC
Texas and AT&T Broadband Phone of Texas, LLC, collectively referred to
as applicants, filed a joint application for approval of amendment to an existing
interconnection agreement under §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 2003) (PURA). The joint application has been
designated Docket Number 28277. 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 amendment
to the interconnection agreement. Any interested person may file written comments
on the joint application by filing three 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
28277. 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 September 5, 2003, 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 action, 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, or by phone
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 28277.
TRD-200304871
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 7, 2003
On August 6, 2003, Southwestern Bell Telephone, LP doing business as SBC
Texas and CityNet Telecommunications, Incorporated, collectively referred
to as applicants, filed a joint application for approval of amendment to an
existing interconnection agreement under §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 2003) (PURA). The joint application has been
designated Docket Number 28294. 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 amendment
to the interconnection agreement. Any interested person may file written comments
on the joint application by filing three 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
28294. 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 September 8, 2003, 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 action, 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, or by phone
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 28294.
TRD-200304974
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 11, 2003
On August 6, 2003, Southwestern Bell Telephone, LP doing business as SBC
Texas and SBC Wireless, LLC doing business as Cingular, collectively referred
to as applicants, filed a joint application for approval of amendment to an
existing interconnection agreement under §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 2003) (PURA). The joint application has been
designated Docket Number 28299. 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 amendment
to the interconnection agreement. Any interested person may file written comments
on the joint application by filing three 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
28299. 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 September 8, 2003, 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 action, 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, or by phone
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 28299.
TRD-200304975
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 11, 2003
On August 6, 2003, Southwestern Bell Telephone, LP doing business as SBC
Texas and National Discount Telecom, LLC, collectively referred to as applicants,
filed a joint application for approval of amendment to an existing interconnection
agreement under §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 2003) (PURA). The joint application has been designated Docket
Number 28300. 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 amendment
to the interconnection agreement. Any interested person may file written comments
on the joint application by filing three 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
28300. 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 September 8, 2003, 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 action, 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, or by phone
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 28300.
TRD-200304976
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 11, 2003
On August 7, 2003, Southwestern Bell Telephone, LP doing business as SBC
Texas and nii Communications, Limited, collectively referred to as applicants,
filed a joint application for approval of amendment to an existing interconnection
agreement under §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 2003) (PURA). The joint application has been designated Docket
Number 28304. 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 amendment
to the interconnection agreement. Any interested person may file written comments
on the joint application by filing three 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
28304. 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 September 9, 2003, 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 action, 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, or by phone
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 28304.
TRD-200304982
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 11, 2003
On August 7, 2003, Southwestern Bell Telephone, LP doing business as SBC
Texas and Logix Communications Corporation, collectively referred to as applicants,
filed a joint application for approval of amendment to an existing interconnection
agreement under §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 2003) (PURA). The joint application has been designated Docket
Number 28305. 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 amendment
to the interconnection agreement. Any interested person may file written comments
on the joint application by filing three 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
28305. 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 September 9, 2003, 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 action, 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, or by phone
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 28305.
TRD-200304983
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 11, 2003
Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission
of Texas, a notice of intent to file long run incremental cost (LRIC) studies
pursuant to Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule §26.214. The Applicant
will file the long run incremental cost study on August 14, 2003.
Docket Title and Number. CenturyTel of Port Aransas, Incorporated Application
for Approval of Long Run Incremental Cost Study for New Custom Calling Feature,
3-Way Calling pursuant to Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule §26.214,
Docket Number 28264.
Any party that demonstrates a justiciable interest may file with the administrative
law judge, written comments or recommendations concerning the LRIC study referencing
Docket Number 28264. Written comments or recommendations should be filed no
later than 45 days after the date of a sufficient study and should be filed
at the Public Utility Commission of Texas, 1701 North Congress Avenue, P.O.
Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326. You may call the Public Utility Commission
Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120. Hearing and speech-impaired
individuals with text telephones (TTY) may contact the commission at (512)
936-7136.
TRD-200304858
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 7, 2003
Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission
of Texas, a notice of intent to file long run incremental cost (LRIC) studies
pursuant to Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule §26.214. The Applicant
will file the long run incremental cost study on August 14, 2003.
Docket Title and Number. CenturyTel of San Marcos, Incorporated Application
for Approval of Long Run Incremental Cost Study for New Custom Calling Feature,
3-Way Calling pursuant to Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule §26.214,
Docket Number 28265.
Any party that demonstrates a justiciable interest may file with the administrative
law judge, written comments or recommendations concerning the LRIC study referencing
Docket Number 28265. Written comments or recommendations should be filed no
later than 45 days after the date of a sufficient study and should be filed
at the Public Utility Commission of Texas, 1701 North Congress Avenue, P.O.
Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326. You may call the Public Utility Commission
Customer Protection Division at (512) 936-7120. Hearing and speech-impaired
individuals with text telephones (TTY) may contact the commission at (512)
936-7136.
TRD-200304859
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 7, 2003
On August 4, 2003, Eastex Telephone Cooperative, Incorporated and T-Mobile
USA, Incorporated formerly known as Voicestream Wireless Corporation, collectively
referred to as applicants, filed a joint application for approval of interconnection
agreement under §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 2003) (PURA). The joint application has been designated Docket
Number 28270. 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 three 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 28270. 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
September 5, 2003, 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 action, 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, or by phone
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 28270.
TRD-200304865
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 7, 2003
On August 4, 2003, Southwestern Bell Telephone, LP doing business as SBC
Texas and Enhanced Communications Group, LLC, collectively referred to as
applicants, filed a joint application for approval of interconnection agreement
under §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
2003) (PURA). The joint application has been designated Docket Number 28272.
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 three 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 28272. 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
September 5, 2003, 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 action, 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, or by phone
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 28272.
TRD-200304866
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 7, 2003
On August 5, 2003, Eastex Telephone Cooperative, Incorporated and Alltel
Communications, Incorporated, collectively referred to as applicants, filed
a joint application for approval of interconnection agreement under §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 2003) (PURA).
The joint application has been designated Docket Number 28287. 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 three 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 28287. 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
September 5, 2003, 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 action, 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, or by phone
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 28287.
TRD-200304872
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 7, 2003
On August 5, 2003, Cumby Telephone Cooperative, Incorporated (CLEC) and
T-Mobile USA, Incorporated formerly known as Voicestream Wireless Corporation,
collectively referred to as applicants, filed a joint application for approval
of interconnection agreement under §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 2003) (PURA). The joint application has been
designated Docket Number 28289. 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 three 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 28289. 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
September 5, 2003, 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 action, 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, or by phone
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 28289.
TRD-200304873
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 7, 2003
On August 5, 2003, Cumby Telephone Cooperative, Incorporated and T-Mobile
USA, Incorporated formerly known as Voicestream Wireless Corporation, collectively
referred to as applicants, filed a joint application for approval of interconnection
agreement under §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 2003) (PURA). The joint application has been designated Docket
Number 28290. 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 three 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 28290. 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
September 5, 2003, 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 action, 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, or by phone
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 28290.
TRD-200304874
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 7, 2003
On August 5, 2003, Riviera Telephone Company, Incorporated and T-Mobile
USA, Incorporated formerly known as Voicestream Wireless Corporation, collectively
referred to as applicants, filed a joint application for approval of interconnection
agreement under §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 2003) (PURA). The joint application has been designated Docket
Number 28291. 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 three 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 28291. 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
September 5, 2003, 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 action, 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, or by phone
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 28291.
TRD-200304875
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 7, 2003
On August 5, 2003, Nortex Communications and T-Mobile USA, Incorporated
formerly known as Voicestream Wireless Corporation, collectively referred
to as applicants, filed a joint application for approval of interconnection
agreement under §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 2003) (PURA). The joint application has been designated Docket
Number 28292. 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 three 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 28292. 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
September 5, 2003, 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 action, 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, or by phone
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 28292.
TRD-200304876
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 7, 2003
The staff of the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) will hold
a workshop regarding the creation of the filing package for fees and rates
of independent organizations on Wednesday, September 3, 2003, at 9:00 a.m.
in the Hearing Room A, located on the 7th floor of the William B. Travis Building,
1701 North Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701. Project Number 28218,
Ten days prior to the workshop the commission will make available in Central
Records under Project Number 28218 an agenda for the format of the workshop
and a copy of a draft filing package. The commission requests that persons
planning on attending the workshop register by phone with Rich Lain, Financial
Review Division, (512) 936-7454.
Questions concerning the workshop or this notice should be referred to
Rich Lain, Financial Review Division, (512) 936-7454. Hearing and speech-impaired
individuals with text telephones (TTY) may contact the commission at (512)
936-7136.
TRD-200305092
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 12, 2003
The Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) has initiated Project
Number 26839,
Proceeding Regarding Third Party Administrator
, to examine third party administrator (TPA) issues. The commission
asks that interested parties file comments answering the following questions:
1. Please identify what specific problem(s) you believe a TPA, in any form,
could or should resolve.
2. Using the TPA Continuum below, please identify which of the five scenarios,
if any, is most desirable, and explain why. (Include any relevant discussion
of cost/benefit analysis, i.e., whether a TPA would be more costly than beneficial
to your company.)
3. If none of the five scenarios on the TPA Continuum match your concept
of a TPA, please identify which functions you would like a TPA to perform.
(Include any relevant discussion of cost/benefit analysis, i.e., whether a
TPA would be more costly than beneficial to your company.)
(a) For each function that you identify that a TPA should perform, how
are costs recovered now through end user charges and/or carrier-to-carrier
charges? Please provide a detailed description, including the amount, of these
charges.
(b) If possible, for your TPA scenario, please provide a cost estimate
for: (1) development; (2) annual operational costs; and (3) any potential
cost recovery through end user charges and/or carrier-to-carrier charges,
including a detailed description and the amount of the proposed charges.
4. On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being not at all desirable and 10 being
extremely desirable, how would you rate your level of interest in a TPA in
Texas? Please explain. (Assume the TPA would perform the functions you believe
desirable and appropriate, and include any relevant discussion of cost/benefit
analysis, i.e., whether a TPA would be more costly than beneficial to your
company.)
5. Would implementing a TPA alleviate barriers to market entry in Texas,
or would it be a barrier to continuing to do business? Please explain.
Responses may be filed by submitting 16 copies to the commission's Filing
Clerk, Public Utility Commission of Texas, 1701 North Congress Avenue, P.O.
Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326 within 30 days of the date of publication
of this notice. All responses should reference Project Number 26839. The commission
requests that comments be limited to 20 pages. This notice is not a formal
notice of proposed rulemaking, however, the parties' responses to the questions
will assist the commission in developing a commission policy or determining
the necessity for a related rulemaking or workshop.
Questions concerning this notice should be referred to Andrew Kang, Legal &
Enforcement Division at (512) 936-7293 or Rosemary McMahill, Policy Development
Division at (512) 936- 7244. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with
text telephones (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136.
TRD-200305075
Rhonda G. Dempsey
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: August 12, 2003
Notice
The Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) is soliciting applications
to fill a position on the TRS Medical Board. Medical Board members must be
physicians licensed to practice medicine in the State of Texas and be of good
standing in the medical profession. Members are appointed to the three-member
board for a six-year term and paid $33,000 per year for services performed
under contract. The position requires members to review applications for disability
retirement and supportive documentation and to render a decision on whether
a TRS member is mentally or physically disabled from the further performance
of duty and whether the disability is probably permanent. Approximately one
thousand applications are filed each year. The TRS Medical Board meets every
other month to discuss matters related to disability retirement.
Questions should be directed to Jim Grametbauer at TRS, (512) 542-6207.
Resumes will be accepted through September 30, 2003 and should be sent to
the Teacher Retirement System, 1000 Red River Street, Austin, Texas 78701-2698.
All resumes will be initially reviewed and evaluated by a committee on
the basis of demonstrated competence and qualification to perform services.
The committee will present recommendations to the TRS Board of Trustees Benefits
Committee for consideration and recommendation to the full Board of Trustees.
The Board of Trustees will make the final appointment.
TRS reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications submitted.
TRS is under no legal obligation or any other type of obligation to execute
any contracts on the basis of this notice. TRS shall not pay for any costs
incurred by any individual or entity in responding to this notice.
TRD-200305111
Charles Dunlap
Executive Director
Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Filed: August 13, 2003
Request for Information
The Texas A&M University System (TAMUS) requests information from law
firms interested in representing TAMUS and its component institutions in immigration
matters. This Request for Information (RFI) is issued to establish (for the
time frame beginning September 1, 2003 to August 31, 2004) a referral list
from which TAMUS, by and through its Office of General Counsel, will select
appropriate counsel for representation on specific immigration matters as
the need arises. This notice is being posted in accordance with Chapter 2155
of the Texas Government Code.
Description
TAMUS consists of nine universities, a health science center and eight
state agencies as follows:
Prairie View A&M University
Tarleton State University
Texas A&M International University
Texas A&M University
Texas A&M University--Commerce
Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi
Texas A&M University--Kingsville
Texas A&M University--Texarkana
West Texas A&M University
The Texas A&M University System Health Science Center
Texas Agricultural Experiment Station
Texas Cooperative Extension
Texas Wildlife Damage Control Service
Texas Engineering Experiment Station
Texas Engineering Extension Service
Texas Forest Service
Texas Transportation Institute
Texas Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Service
Research activities and other educational pursuits at each institution
often include the participation of international students, faculty and staff.
Subject to the approval of the Texas Attorney General, TAMUS will engage outside
counsel to provide a variety of immigration and nationality law services relating
to, without limitation, nonimmigrant employment status, labor certification,
permanent resident immigrant status and obtaining U.S. citizenship status
for TAMUS's teaching and research faculty. TAMUS also will engage outside
counsel, from time to time, for litigation, relating to immigration matters,
and to handle other related matters. TAMUS invites responses to this RFI from
qualified firms for the provision of such legal services under the direction
and supervision of TAMUS's Office of General Counsel.
Responses
Responses to this RFI should include at least the following: (1) a description
of the firm's or attorney's qualifications for performing the legal services,
including the firm's prior experience in immigration matters, the names, experience
and expertise of the attorneys who may be assigned to work on such matters,
and 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 immigration matters in particular;
(2) the submission of the fee information (either in the form of hourly rates
for each attorney who may be assigned to perform services in relation to TAMUS's
immigration matters, flat fees, or other fee arrangements directly related
to the achievement of specific goals and cost controls) and billable expenses;
(3) 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 TAMUS or to the State of Texas,
or any of its boards, agencies, commissions, universities or elected or appointed
officials); and (4) confirmation of willingness to comply with policies, directives
and guidelines of TAMUS and the Attorney General of the State of Texas.
Format and Person to Contact
Responses should be sent by mail or delivered in person, marked "Response
to Request for Information--Immigration". Address all responses to Delmar
L. Cain, General Counsel, Office of General Counsel, The Texas A&M University
System, 200 Technology Way, Suite 2079, College Station, Texas 77845-3424
(telephone (979) 458-6120 for questions). Three copies of the response are
requested.
Deadline for Submission of Response
All responses must be received by the Office of General Counsel of The
Texas A&M University at the address set forth above no later than 5:00
P.M, September 22, 2003.
TRD-200304962
Vickie Burt Spillers
Executive Secretary of the Board
Texas A&M University, Board of Regents
Filed: August 11, 2003
Invitation for Bid Notice--Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery
Requisition 305-4-0087-DF
Veterans Land Board Project No. FAI-TX-02-02
Project Name: Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery, Killeen, Texas, for
the Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB)
Sealed Bids for this project will be received until
3:00 P.M., September 15, 2003, at the Texas General Land Office, 1700 North
Congress Avenue, Stephen F. Austin Building, B-30 Austin, Texas 78701.
See
the Invitation for Bid (IFB) for other delivery choices.
Plans and specifications may be obtained from PBS&J, 206 Wild Basin
Road, Suite 300, Austin, Texas 78746. Contact: Emily Truman Voice: (512) 327-6840,
Fax: (512) 327-2353, for a deposit of $300.00, refundable upon return of a
complete, unmarked set(s).
A mandatory (must attend and sign in) Pre-Bid Conference will be held at
the Texas General Land Office, Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress
Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701, Room 118 at 2:00 P.M. August 29, 2003. The VLB
will reject bids submitted by firms that do not attend the mandatory Pre-Bid
Conference.
Only bids submitted on the official CONTRACTOR'S BID FORM found in the
Project Manual will be accepted.
The IFB may be obtained after August 14, 2003, by faxing a request to Debby
French at (512) 463-1795 or e-mailing debby.french@glo.state.tx.us or through
the Electronic State Business Daily at:
http://esbd.tbpc.state.tx.us/1380/sagency.cfm
No oral explanation in regard to the meaning of the Drawings and Specifications
will be made and no oral instructions will be given before the award of the
Contract. Discrepancies, omissions or doubts as to the meaning of Drawings
and Specifications and all communications concerning the project shall be
communicated in writing to Debby French (Fax) (512) 463-1795 or e-mail debby.french@glo.state.tx.us
for interpretation. Bidders should act promptly and allow sufficient time
for a reply to reach them before the submission of their Bids. Any interpretation
made will be in the form of an addendum to the Specifications, which will
be forwarded to all known Bidders and its receipt by the Bidder shall be acknowledged
on the Contractor's Proposal Form or on the face of the Addendum and returned
with the bid.
TRD-200305112
Larry L. Laine
Chief Clerk, Deputy Land Commissioner
Veterans Land Board
Filed: August 13, 2003
Brazos Valley Council of Governments
Coastal Coordination Council
Comptroller of Public Accounts
Notice of Request for Proposals
Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Texas Department of Health
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Notice of Preliminary Report for Assessment of Administrative Penalties and Notice of Violation to Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, dba St. Joseph Hospital
Notice of Revocation of Certificates of Registration
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs
Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Green Pines II) Series 2003
Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Martindale Villas) Series 2003
Houston-Galveston Area Council
Texas Department of Insurance
Texas Office of State-Federal Relations
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Notice of Application for Designation as an Eligible Telecommunications Carrier Pursuant to 47 U.S.C. §214(e) and P.U.C. Substantive Rule §26.418
Notice of Application for Designation as an Eligible Telecommunications Provider Pursuant P.U.C. Substantive Rule §26.417
Notice of Application for Service Provider Certificate of Operating Authority
Notice of Application for Waiver of Denial of Request for NXX Code
Notice of Application for Waiver of Denial of Request for NXX Code
Notice of Application for Waiver of Denial of Request for NXX Code
Notice of Petition for Expanded Local Calling Service
Public Notice of Amendment to Interconnection Agreement
Public Notice of Amendment to Interconnection Agreement
Public Notice of Amendment to Interconnection Agreement
Public Notice of Amendment to Interconnection Agreement
Public Notice of Amendment to Interconnection Agreement
Public Notice of Amendment to Interconnection Agreement
Public Notice of Amendment to Interconnection Agreement
Public Notice of Amendment to Interconnection Agreement
Public Notice of Amendment to Interconnection Agreement
Public Notice of Amendment to Interconnection Agreement
Public Notice of Intent to File Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §26.214
Public Notice of Intent to File Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §26.214
Public Notice of Interconnection Agreement
Public Notice of Interconnection Agreement
Public Notice of Interconnection Agreement
Public Notice of Interconnection Agreement
Public Notice of Interconnection Agreement
Public Notice of Interconnection Agreement
Public Notice of Interconnection Agreement
Public Notice of Workshop on Development of the Filing Package for Fees and Rates of Independent Organizations
Request for Comment Regarding Third Party Administrator
Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Texas A&M Unversity, Board of Regents
Veterans Land Board
Texas Workers' Compensation Commission