Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation
Notice of Public Hearing Regarding the Issuance of Bonds
Notice is hereby given of a public hearing to be held by the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation (the "Issuer") at 12:00 p.m. on May 7, 2007 at 1005 Congress Avenue, Suite 500 (Conference Room), Austin, Texas 78701, on the proposed issuance by the Issuer of one or more series of revenue bonds (the "Bonds") to provide financing and refinancing for the acquisition of single family mortgages in the State of Texas, pursuant to its professional educators home loan program (the "Professional Educators Project"). The maximum aggregate face amount of the Bonds to be issued with respect to the Professional Educators Project is $39,563,000. All interested persons are invited to attend the public hearing to express orally, or in writing, their views on the Professional Educators Project and the issuance of the Bonds. The Bonds shall not constitute or create an indebtedness, general or specific, or liability of the State of Texas, or any political subdivision thereof. The Bonds shall never constitute or create a charge against the credit or taxing power of the State of Texas, or any political subdivision thereof. Neither the State of Texas, nor any political subdivision thereof shall in any manner be liable for the payment of the principal of or interest on the Bonds or for the performance of any agreement or pledge of any kind which may be undertaken by the Issuer and no breach by the Issuer of any agreements will create any obligation upon the State of Texas, or any political subdivision thereof. Further information with respect to the proposed Bonds will be available at the hearing or upon written request prior thereto addressed to David Long at the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation, 1005 Congress Avenue, Suite 500, Austin, Texas 78701; 1-888-638-3555 extension 402.
Individuals who require auxiliary aids in order to attend this meeting should contact Laura Ross, ADA Responsible Employee, at 1-888-638-3555, extension 400 through Relay Texas at 1-800-735-2989 at least two days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
Individuals may transmit written testimony or comments regarding the subject matter of this public hearing to David Long at dlong@tsahc.org.
TRD-200701433
David Long
President
Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation
Filed: April 17, 2007
Child Support Guidelines - 2007 Tax Charts
The Child Support Guidelines - 2007 Tax Charts were published in the
Pursuant to §154.061(b) of the Texas Family Code, the Office of the
Attorney General of Texas, as the Title IV-D agency, has promulgated the following
tax charts to assist courts in establishing the amount of a child support
order. These tax charts are applicable to employed and self-employed persons
in computing net monthly income.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
To use these tables, first compute the obligor's annual gross income. Then
recompute to determine the obligor's average monthly gross income. These tables
provide a method for calculating "monthly net income" for child support purposes,
subtracting from monthly gross income the social security taxes and the federal
income tax withholding for a single person claiming one personal exemption
and the standard deduction.
Thereafter, in many cases the guidelines call for a number of additional
steps to complete the necessary calculations. For example, §§154.061
- 154.070 provide for appropriate additions to "income" as that term is defined
for federal income tax purposes, and for certain subtractions from monthly
net income, in order to arrive at the net resources of the obligor available
for child support purposes. If necessary, one may compute an obligee's net
resources using similar steps.
This agency hereby certifies that the tax charts have been reviewed by
legal counsel and found to be within the agency's authority to publish.
For information regarding this publication, you may contact Lauri Saathoff, Agency Liaison at (512) 463-2096.
Employed Persons 2007 Tax Chart
Self-Employed Persons 2007 Tax Chart
TRD-200701409
Stacey Napier
Deputy Attorney General
Office of the Attorney General
Filed: April 16, 2007
Notice is hereby given by the State of Texas of the following proposed
resolution of an environmental enforcement lawsuit under the Clean Air Act.
Before the State may settle a judicial enforcement action, pursuant to the
Texas Water Code, the State shall permit the public to comment in writing
on the proposed judgment. The Attorney General will consider any written comments
and may withdraw or withhold consent to the proposed agreed judgment if the
comments disclose facts or considerations that indicate that the consent is
inappropriate, improper, inadequate, or inconsistent with the requirements
of the Acts.
Case Title and Court: Settlement Agreement in Harris County, Texas and
the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality v. Rohm & Haas Texas, Inc;
Cause No. 2006-65186, 280th Judicial District, Harris County, Texas.
Background: This suit alleges violations of the Texas Clean Air Act resulting
from the unpermitted emission of 81.4 pounds of hydrogen cyanide at a Rohm &
Haas plant in Deer Park, Texas. The Defendant is Rohm & Haas Texas, Inc.
The suit seeks injunctive relief, civil penalties, attorney's fees and court
costs. The Clean Air Act violations are for air pollution.
Nature of Settlement: The settlement awards $4,687.50 in civil penalties
and $1,000.00 in attorney's fees to the State and $4,687.50 in civil penalties
and $1,000.00 in attorney's fees to Harris County. The settlement also requires
the Defendant to use its best efforts to operate its Deer Park plant in such
a manner as to avoid releasing hydrogen cyanide into the air in violation
of its permit.
For a complete description of the proposed settlement, the complete proposed
Agreed Final Judgment should be reviewed. Requests for copies of the judgment,
and written comments on the proposed settlement should be directed to Vanessa
Puig-Williams, Assistant Attorney General, Office of the Texas Attorney General,
P.O. Box 12548, Austin, Texas 78711-2548, (512) 463-2012, facsimile (512)
320-0052. Written comments must be received within 30 days of publication
of this notice to be considered.
For information regarding this publication, contact
Lauri Saathoff, Agency Liaison, at (512) 463-2096.
TRD-200701431
Stacey Napier
Deputy Attorney General
Office of the Attorney General
Filed: April 16, 2007
Notice is hereby given by the State of Texas of the following proposed
resolution of an environmental enforcement lawsuit under the Texas Clean Air
Act. Before the State may settle a judicial enforcement action under the Health
and Safety Code (Code), the State shall permit the public to comment in writing
on the proposed judgment. The Office of the Attorney General will consider
any written comments and may withdraw or withhold consent to the proposed
agreed judgment if the comments disclose facts or considerations that indicate
that the consent is inappropriate, improper, inadequate, or inconsistent with
the requirements of the Code.
Case Title and Court: Harris County, Texas and The State of Texas v. Channel
Shipyard Company, Inc., Cause No. 2005-54405 in the 157th Judicial District
Court, Harris County, Texas.
Nature of Defendant's Operations: Defendant operates a barge loading and
cleaning facility on the Houston Ship Channel in Harris County. Plaintiffs
allege that Defendant emitted styrene odors on separate occasions, at such
a level to constitute a violation of the Texas Clean Air Act. Complaints concerning
the health effects of the emissions included mild headache and respiratory
irritation. The Defendant disputes that the emissions were at such a level
as to constitute a violation of the Texas Clean Air Act.
Proposed Agreed Judgment: The Agreed Final Judgment permanently requires
Defendant to monitor and record wind direction at its facility and cease conducting
styrene operations when the wind blows in a direction that will impact the
surrounding community, or alternatively to use a control device to reduce
or eliminate the emission of styrene. Defendant has agreed to pay Plaintiffs
civil penalties in the amount of $31,250.00 which will be divided equally
between Harris County and the State of Texas. Defendant will also pay attorney's
fees to the State of Texas in the amount of $4,000.00, and to Harris County
in the amount of $14,532.00, plus all court costs.
For a complete description of the proposed settlement, the complete proposed
Agreed Final Judgment should be reviewed. Requests for copies of the judgment
and written comments on the proposed settlement, should be directed to Anthony
W. Benedict, Assistant Attorney General, Office of the Texas Attorney General,
P.O. Box 12548, Austin, Texas 78711-2548, (512) 463-2012, facsimile (512)
320-0911. Written comments must be received within 30 days of publication
of this notice to be considered.
For information regarding this publication, contact
Lauri Saathoff, Agency Liaison, at (512) 463-2096.
TRD-200701410
Stacey Napier
Deputy Attorney General
Office of the Attorney General
Filed: April 16, 2007
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. Requests for federal consistency review were deemed administratively
complete for the following project(s) during the period of April 6, 2007,
through April 12, 2007. 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.
The notice was published on the web site on April 11, 2007. The public comment
period for these projects will close at 5:00 p.m. on May 11, 2007.
FEDERAL AGENCY ACTIONS:
Applicant: MB Harbor, Ltd.; Location: The
project is located at the intersection of the Genco outfall canal and Clear
Lake. The project can be located on the U.S.G.S. quadrangle map entitled:
League City, Texas. Approximate UTM Coordinates in NAD 27 (meters): Zone 15;
Easting: 301075; Northing: 3270147. Project Description: The applicant proposes
to discharge fill material into 0.012 acre of adjacent wetlands and 0.27 acre
of jurisdictional open water of Clear Lake to construct a marina and residential
community. The project will also include 4.43-acre of impacts to jurisdictional
open water resulting from dredging/excavation activities. The project involves
the construction of 79 single-family homes sites with waterway access, 21
non-marina lots and a commercial/retail area as well as one acre of parklands
and open spaces. The proposed project site consists of a 37.7-acre parcel
east of the canal, a 9.19-acre parcel north of the canal, a 2.19-acre tract
west of Marina Way, and a 14.04-acre open water area comprised of the Glen
Cove Marina and existing canal. CCC Project No.: 07-0158-F1; Type of Application:
U.S.A.C.E. permit application #SWG-2006-25323 is being evaluated under §10
of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C.A. §403) and §404
of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. §1344).
Applicant: Neumin Production Company; Location:
The project is located in Lavaca Bay, in State Tracts (ST's) 28 and 36, in
Calhoun County, Texas. The project can be located on the U.S.G.S. quadrangle
map entitled: Port Lavaca East, Texas. Approximate UTM Coordinates of the
proposed Well #3 in ST 28 are (in NAD 27, meters): Zone 14; Easting: 739616;
Northing: 3166499. Approximate UTM Coordinates of the pipeline tie-in to Well
#4 in ST 36 are (in NAD 27, meters): Zone 14; Easting: 741401; Northing: 3166981.
Project Description: The applicant proposes to install, operate and maintain
structures and equipment necessary for oil and gas drilling, production and
transportation activities associated with ST 28, Well #3. Such activities
include installation of typical marine barges and keyways, production structures
with attendant facilities, and a 6,065-foot-long pipeline that extends from
ST 28 Well #3 to ST 36 Well #4. The applicant will use a pre-determined access
route, and will not dredge an access channel. The applicant proposes to traverse
the route to the site with light-loaded equipment, at an appropriate tide
level, to maintain 1 foot of clearance between the lowest point on the vessel,
while in motion, and the bay bottom. CCC Project No.: 07-0159-F1; Type of
Application: U.S.A.C.E. permit application #24432 is being evaluated under §10
of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C.A. §403) and §404
of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. §1344). Note: The consistency review
for this project may be conducted by the Railroad Commission of Texas under §401 of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. §1344).
Applicant: Neumin Production Company; Location:
The project is located in Lavaca Bay, in State Tracts (ST's) 30 and 33, in
Calhoun County, Texas. The project can be located on the U.S.G.S. quadrangle
map entitled: Port Lavaca East, Texas. Approximate UTM Coordinates of the
proposed Well #1 in ST 34 are (in NAD 27, meters): Zone 14; Easting: 740890;
Northing: 3162755. Approximate UTM Coordinates of the pipeline tie-in at the
shoreline are (in NAD 27, meters): Zone 14; Easting: 739656; Northing: 3162755.
Project Description: The applicant proposes to install, operate and maintain
structures and equipment necessary for oil and gas drilling, production and
transportation activities associated with ST 34, Well #1. Such activities
include installation of typical marine barges and keyways, production structures
with attendant facilities, and a 4,640 -foot-long pipeline that extends from
ST 34 Well #1 to a site on land. The applicant will use a pre-determined access
route, and will not dredge an access channel. The applicant proposes to traverse
the route to the site with light-loaded equipment, at an appropriate tide
level, to maintain 1 foot of clearance between the lowest point on the vessel,
while in motion, and the bay bottom. CCC Project No.: 07-0160-F1; Type of
Application: U.S.A.C.E. permit application #24433 is being evaluated under §10
of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C.A. §403) and §404
of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. §1344). Note: The consistency review
for this project may be conducted by the Railroad Commission of Texas under §401
of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. §1344).
Applicant: Neumin Production Company; Location:
The project is located in Lavaca Bay, in State Tracts (ST's) 28 and 36, in
Calhoun County, Texas. The project can be located on the U.S.G.S. quadrangle
map entitled: Port Lavaca East, Texas. Approximate UTM Coordinates of the
proposed Well #4 in ST 28 are (in NAD 27, meters): Zone 14; Easting: 740894;
Northing: 3166465. Approximate UTM Coordinates of the pipeline tie-in to existing
Well #4 in ST 36 are (in NAD 27, meters): Zone 14; Easting: 741401; Northing:
3166981. Project Description: The applicant proposes to install, operate and
maintain structures and equipment necessary for oil and gas drilling, production
and transportation activities associated with ST 28, Well #4. Such activities
include installation of typical marine barges and keyways, production structures
with attendant facilities, and a 2,375-foot-long pipeline that extends from
ST 28 Well #4 to ST 36 Well #4. The applicant will use a pre-determined access
route, and will not dredge an access channel. The applicant proposes to traverse
the route to the site with light-loaded equipment, at an appropriate tide
level, to maintain 1 foot of clearance between the lowest point on the vessel,
while in motion, and the bay bottom. CCC Project No.: 07-0163-F1; Type of
Application: U.S.A.C.E. permit application #SWG-2007-39 is being evaluated
under §10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C.A. §403)
and §404 of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. §1344). Note: The consistency
review for this project may be conducted by the Railroad Commission of Texas
under §401 of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. §1344).
Applicant: Tri-C Resources, Inc.; Location:
The project is located in the Gulf of Mexico approximately 16 miles northeast
of Freeport, Texas, in State Tracts (ST's) 279-L and 306-L of the Freeport
Anchorage Area, Brazoria County, Texas. The project can be located on the
U.S.G.S. quadrangle map entitled: Freeport, Texas. Approximate UTM Coordinates
in NAD 27 (meters): Zone 15; Pipeline Point of Beginning: Zone 15; Easting:
288397; Northing: 3198338. Pipeline Point of Ending: Zone 15; Easting: 285961;
Northing: 3195531. Project Description: The applicant proposes to install,
operate and maintain a 4-inch pipeline for gathering oil and gas production.
The pipeline would run from the Brazos Area ST 279-L Well No. 1 location and
terminate at a tie-in with an existing platform in Brazos Area ST 306-L. The
pipeline would be approximately 12,185.6 feet in length. The water depth along
the route is approximately 55 feet and there are no pipeline crossings. The
pipeline would be trenched a minimum of 16.5 feet below the mud line as required
in Galveston District Anchorage Areas. Approximately 11,200 cubic yards of
material would be displaced during pipeline construction. CCC Project No.:
07-0164-F1; Type of Application: U.S.A.C.E. permit application #SWG-2007-158
is being evaluated under §10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33
U.S.C.A. §403) and §404 of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. §1344).
Note: The consistency review for this project may be conducted by the Railroad
Commission of Texas under §401 of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. §1344).
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. Tammy Brooks, Consistency Review Coordinator, Coastal Coordination Council,
P.O. Box 12873, Austin, Texas 78711-2873, or tammy.brooks@glo.state.tx.us.
Comments should be sent to Ms. Brooks at the above address or by fax at (512)
475-0680.
TRD-200701463
Larry L. Laine
Chief Clerk/Deputy Land Commissioner, General Land Office
Coastal Coordination Council
Filed: April 18, 2007
Notice of Request for Proposals
Pursuant to Sections 403.011, 2155.001, and 2156.121, Texas Government
Code, and Chapter 54, Subchapters F and G, Texas Education Code, the Comptroller
of Public Accounts (Comptroller) on behalf of the Texas Prepaid Higher Education
Tuition Board (Board) announces its Request for Proposals (RFP) for the purpose
of selecting a financial institution or financial institutions to act as plan
manager or plan managers in connection with the administration of the state's
higher education savings plan (Plan). The Plan manager(s) will manage the
investment of funds in the Plan and savings trust agreements from which distributions
will be made for qualified higher education expenses at eligible educational
institutions as provided in Section 529, Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as
amended, and will assist by marketing the higher education savings plan as
directed by the Board. The Comptroller and the Board reserve the right to
award more than one contract under the RFP. If approved by the Board, the
successful respondent(s) will be expected to begin performance of the contract
on or about June 30, 2007, with transition complete and all services beginning
on or about October 31, 2007.
Contact: Parties interested in submitting a proposal should contact William
Clay Harris, Assistant General Counsel, Contracts, Comptroller of Public Accounts,
111 E. 17th St., Room G-24, Austin, Texas 78774, (512) 305-8673, to obtain
a complete copy of the RFP. The Comptroller will mail copies of the RFP only
to those parties specifically requesting a copy. The RFP will be available
for pick-up at the above referenced address on Monday, April 30, 2007, after
10:00 a.m. Central Zone Time (CZT), and during normal business hours thereafter.
The Comptroller will also make the entire RFP available electronically on
the Electronic State Business Daily Monday, April 30, 2007, after 10:00 a.m.
CZT.
Questions and Non-Mandatory Letters of Intent: All written inquiries, questions,
and non-mandatory Letters of Intent to propose must be received at the above-referenced
address no later than 2:00 p.m. (CZT) on Friday, May 11, 2007. Respondents
are encouraged to fax non-mandatory Letters of Intent and Questions to (512)
475-0973 to ensure timely receipt. All Letters of Intent must be addressed
to attention of William Clay Harris, Assistant General Counsel, Contracts,
and must contain the information as directed in the RFP, and be signed by
an official of that entity. On or before Friday, May 18, 2007, the Comptroller
expects to post responses to questions as a revision to the notice of issuance
of the RFP. Late Non-mandatory Letters of Intent and Questions received after
the deadline will not be considered; all respondents are solely responsible
for ensuring timely receipt of Questions and Letters of Intent in the Issuing
Office.
Closing Date: Proposals must received in the Issuing Office at the location
specified above (ROOM G-24) no later than 2:00 p.m. (CZT), on Tuesday, June
5, 2007. Late proposals received after this time and date will not be considered;
all respondents are solely responsible for ensuring timely receipt of proposals
in the Issuing Office.
Evaluation Criteria: Proposals will be evaluated under the evaluation criteria
outlined in the RFP. The Board will make the final decision on the award of
a contract or contracts, if any. The Comptroller and the Board each reserve
the right to accept or reject any or all proposals submitted. The Comptroller
and the Board are not obligated to execute a contract on the basis of this
notice or the distribution of any RFP. The Comptroller and the Board shall
not pay for any costs incurred by any entity in responding to this notice
or to the RFP.
The anticipated schedule of events pertaining to this solicitation is as
follows: Issuance of RFP - April 30, 2007, after 10:00 a.m. CZT; Non-Mandatory
Letter of Intent to propose and Questions Due - May 11, 2007, 2:00 p.m. CZT;
Official Responses to Questions posted - May 18, 2007; Proposals Due - June
5, 2007, 2:00 p.m. CZT; Contract Execution - June 30, 2007, or as soon thereafter
as practical; Commencement of Project Activities - June 30, 2007, or as soon
thereafter as practical.
TRD-200701444
Pamela Smith
Deputy General Counsel for Contracts
Comptroller of Public Accounts
Filed: April 17, 2007
The Consumer Credit Commissioner of Texas has ascertained the following
rate ceilings by use of the formulas and methods described in §§303.003,
303.009, and 304.003, Texas Finance Code.
The weekly ceiling as prescribed by §303.003 and §303.009 for
the period of 04/23/07 - 04/29/07 is 18% for Consumer
1/Agricultural/Commercial
2/credit through $250,000.
The weekly ceiling as prescribed by §303.003 and §303.009 for
the period of 04/23/07 - 04/29/07 is 18% for Commercial over $250,000.
The judgment ceiling as prescribed by §304.003 for the period of 05/01/07
- 05/31/07 is 8.25% for Consumer/Agricultural/Commercial/credit through $250,000.
The judgment ceiling as prescribed by §304.003 for the period of 05/01/07
- 05/31/07 is 8.25% for Commercial over $250,000.
1Credit for personal, family or household use.
2Credit for business, commercial, investment
or other similar purpose.
TRD-200701443
Leslie L. Pettijohn
Commissioner
Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner
Filed: April 17, 2007
Application for a Merger or Consolidation
Notice is given that the following application has been filed with the
Credit Union Department and is under consideration:
An application was received from G H & H Employees Credit Union (Dickinson)
seeking approval to merge with SPCO Federal Credit Union (Houston). SPCO Federal
Credit Union will be the surviving credit union.
Comments or a request for a meeting by any interested party relating to
an application must be submitted in writing within 30 days from the date of
this publication. Any written comments must provide all information that the
interested party wishes the Department to consider in evaluating the application.
All information received will be weighed during consideration of the merits
of an application. Comments or a request for a meeting should be addressed
to the Texas Credit Union Department, 914 East Anderson Lane, Austin, Texas
78752-1699.
TRD-200701452
Harold E. Feeney
Commissioner
Credit Union Department
Filed: April 18, 2007
Notice is given that the following application has been filed with the
Credit Union Department and is under consideration:
An application for a name change was received from Beaumont Municipal Employees
Credit Union, Beaumont, Texas. The credit union is proposing to change its
name to Beaumont Community Credit Union.
Comments or a request for a meeting by any interested party relating to
an application must be submitted in writing within 30 days from the date of
this publication. Any written comments must provide all information that the
interested party wishes the Department to consider in evaluating the application.
All information received will be weighed during consideration of the merits
of an application. Comments or a request for a meeting should be addressed
to the Texas Credit Union Department, 914 East Anderson Lane, Austin, Texas
78752-1699.
TRD-200701453
Harold E. Feeney
Commissioner
Credit Union Department
Filed: April 18, 2007
Notice is given that the following applications have been filed with the
Credit Union Department and are under consideration:
An application was received from Fellowship Credit Union, San Antonio,
Texas to expand its field of membership. The proposal would permit present
members and persons on the rolls of St. Anthony de Padua Catholic Church,
San Antonio, Texas, to be eligible for membership in the credit union.
An application was received from Beaumont Municipal Employees Credit Union,
Beaumont, Texas (#1) to expand its field of membership. The proposal would
permit persons who live, work, worship, volunteer or attend school in and
businesses and other legal entities located in Jefferson County, Texas, to
be eligible for membership in the credit union.
An application was received from Beaumont Municipal Employees Credit Union,
Beaumont, Texas (#2) to expand its field of membership. The proposal would
permit persons who live, work, worship, volunteer or attend school in and
businesses and other legal entities located in Orange County, Texas, to be
eligible for membership in the credit union.
An application was received from Beaumont Municipal Employees Credit Union,
Beaumont, Texas (#3) to expand its field of membership. The proposal would
permit persons who live, work, worship, volunteer or attend school in and
businesses and other legal entities located in Hardin County, Texas, to be
eligible for membership in the credit union.
An application was received from Memorial Hermann Credit Union, Houston,
Texas to expand its field of membership. The proposal would permit persons
who live, work, attend school, or worship, and businesses within 10 miles
of the branch office of Memorial Hermann Credit Union located at 23920 Katy
Freeway, Katy, Texas 77494, to be eligible for membership in the credit union.
An application was received from Pioneer Muslim Credit Union, Houston,
Texas to expand its field of membership. The proposal would permit members
and employees of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslim Church in Austin, Texas, to
be eligible for membership in the credit union.
Comments or a request for a meeting by any interested party relating to
an application must be submitted in writing within 30 days from the date of
this publication. Credit unions that wish to comment on any application must
also complete a Notice of Protest form. The form may be obtained by contacting
the Department at (512) 837-9236 or downloading the form at http://www.tcud.state.tx.us/applications.html.
Any written comments must provide all information that the interested party
wishes the Department to consider in evaluating the application. All information
received will be weighed during consideration of the merits of an application.
Comments or a request for a meeting should be addressed to the Texas Credit
Union Department, 914 East Anderson Lane, Austin, Texas 78752-1699.
TRD-200701455
Harold E. Feeney
Commissioner
Credit Union Department
Filed: April 18, 2007
In accordance with the provisions of 7 TAC §91.103, the Credit Union
Department provides notice of the final action taken on the following applications:
Applications to Expand Field of Membership - Approved
Texas Dow Employees Credit Union, Lake Jackson, Texas (#1) - See Texas Register issue dated February 23, 2007.
Texas Dow Employees Credit Union, Lake Jackson, Texas (#2) - See Texas Register issue dated February 23, 2007.
Application to Amend Articles of Incorporation - Approved
Kraft America Credit Union, Garland, Texas - See
Texas Register issue dated February 23, 2007.
TRD-200701454
Harold E. Feeney
Commissioner
Credit Union Department
Filed: April 18, 2007
Request for eGrant Applications Concerning the Summer Work Study Program for Migrant Secondary Students, 2007-2008
Eligible Applicants. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is requesting eGrant
applications under Request for Applications (RFA) #701-07-109 from colleges
and universities in Texas. Eligible applicants must demonstrate a full understanding
of the needs of migrant secondary students in Texas and must demonstrate the
capacity and ability to implement, operate, and manage the project on a statewide
basis.
Description. The purpose of the Summer Work Study Program for Migrant Secondary
Students, 2007-2008, is to provide a minimum of 30 eligible migrant students
with a six-week college or university work study experience by providing students
with dormitory housing and meals on campus, by paying students a minimum wage
stipend for meaningful work experience in an office setting, and by providing
participating students alternative ways to earn credits toward high school
graduation in a college or university classroom setting. Applicants should
partner with another entity to provide funds for student stipends. Applicants
must demonstrate that the partnering entity has the capacity and the commitment
to provide funding to pay students a minimum wage for participating in a meaningful
work experience in an office setting.
Dates of Project. The Summer Work Study Program for Migrant Secondary Students,
2007-2008, will be implemented during the 2007-2008 school year. Applicants
should plan for a starting date of no earlier than September 1, 2007, and
an ending date of no later than August 31, 2008.
Project Amount. Funding will be provided for one statewide project. The
project will receive a maximum of $100,000 for the 2007-2008 school year.
This project is funded 100 percent from Migrant Education Program federal
funds.
Selection Criteria. Applications will be scored based on the independent
reviewers' assessment of each applicant's ability to carry out all requirements
contained in the RFA. Reviewers will evaluate applications based on the overall
quality and validity of the proposed grant programs and the extent to which
the applications address the primary objectives and intent of the project.
Applications must address each requirement as specified in the RFA to be considered
for funding. The TEA reserves the right to select from the highest-ranking
applications those that address all requirements in the RFA and that are most
advantageous to the project.
The TEA is not obligated to approve an application, provide funds, or endorse
any application submitted in response to this RFA. This RFA does not commit
TEA to pay any costs before an application is approved. The issuance of this
RFA does not obligate TEA to award a grant or pay any costs incurred in preparing
a response.
Obtaining Access to TEA's eGrants. The Summer Work Study Program for Migrant
Secondary Students, 2007- 2008, grant application is available only through
TEA's eGrants and may not be obtained or submitted by any other means. The
eGrant application will be available in eGrants on or about May 1, 2007. To
apply for access to eGrants, go to http://burleson.tea.state.tx.us/GrantOpportunities/forms.
Scroll down to the "eGrants Toolbox" and select "Apply for eGrants Logon."
Complete the form as instructed, obtain the required signatures, and send
it to the TEA contact listed on the form. Allow two weeks to obtain a username
and password.
Further Information. For clarifying information about the eGrant RFA, contact
Donnell Bilsky, Division of Discretionary Grants, Texas Education Agency,
(512) 463-9269.
Deadline for Receipt of eGrant Applications. Applications must be submitted
to the Texas Education Agency by 5:00 p.m. (Central Time), Thursday, June
7, 2007, to be considered for funding.
TRD-200701460
Cristina De La Fuente-Valadez
Director, Policy Coordination
Texas Education Agency
Filed: April 18, 2007
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ or commission) staff
is providing an opportunity for written public comment on the listed Agreed
Orders (AOs) in accordance with Texas Water Code (the Code), §7.075.
Section 7.075 requires that before the commission may approve the AOs, the
commission shall allow the public an opportunity to submit written comments
on the proposed AOs. Section 7.075 requires that notice of the proposed orders
and the opportunity to comment must be published in the
Texas Register no later than the 30th day before the date on which
the public comment period closes, which in this case is
May 28, 2007. Section 7.075 also requires that the commission promptly
consider any written comments received and that the commission may withdraw
or withhold approval of an AO if a comment discloses facts or considerations
that indicate that consent is inappropriate, improper, inadequate, or inconsistent
with the requirements of the statutes and rules within the commission's jurisdiction
or the commission's orders and permits issued in accordance with the commission's
regulatory authority. Additional notice of changes to a proposed AO is not
required to be published if those changes are made in response to written
comments.
A copy of each proposed AO is available for public inspection at both the
commission's central office, located at 12100 Park 35 Circle, Building C,
1st Floor, Austin, Texas 78753, (512) 239-1864 and at the applicable regional
office listed as follows. Written comments about an AO should be sent to the
enforcement coordinator designated for each AO at the commission's central
office at P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087 and must be
received by 5:00 p.m. on May 28, 2007. Written comments may also be
sent by facsimile machine to the enforcement coordinator at (512) 239-2550.
The commission enforcement coordinators are available to discuss the AOs and/or
the comment procedure at the listed phone numbers; however, §7.075 provides
that comments on the AOs shall be submitted to the commission in
writing.
(1) COMPANY: 685 Cedar Creek, Ltd.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2007-0221-EAQ-E; IDENTIFIER:
RN105117642; LOCATION: Bexar County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: 59.65-acre site;
RULE VIOLATED: 30 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) §213.4(a)(1), by failing
to submit an Edwards Aquifer Protection Plan; PENALTY: $8,250; ENFORCEMENT
COORDINATOR: Ruben Soto, (512) 239-4571; REGIONAL OFFICE: 14250 Judson Road,
San Antonio, Texas 78233-4480, (210) 490-3096.
(2) COMPANY: Aqua Utilities, Inc.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2007-0017-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER:
RN101612406; LOCATION: Houston, Harris County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater
system; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §305.125(1), Permit Number WQ0013619001,
Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Requirements, and the Code, §26.121(a),
by failing to comply with permit effluent limits; PENALTY: $1,560; ENFORCEMENT
COORDINATOR: Harvey Wilson, (512) 239-0321; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Avenue,
Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1486, (713) 767-3500.
(3) COMPANY: Aqua Utilities, Inc. dba Aqua Texas, Inc.; DOCKET NUMBER:
2006-1525-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER: RN102915451; LOCATION: Trinity County, Texas;
TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §305.125(1),
Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) Permit Number 14096001,
Final Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Requirements Numbers 1 and 3, and
the Code, §26.121(a), by failing to comply with permitted effluent limitations;
PENALTY: $4,410; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Laurie Eaves, (512) 239-4495; REGIONAL
OFFICE: 3870 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont, Texas 77703-1892, (409) 898-3838.
(4) COMPANY: Aqua Utilities, Inc. dba Aqua Texas, Inc.; DOCKET NUMBER:
2007-0070-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101524767; LOCATION: Orange County, Texas;
TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §305.125(1),
TPDES Permit Number WQ0012109001, Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Requirements
Number 1, and the Code, §26.121(a), by failing to comply with permit
effluent limits; PENALTY: $3,450; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Heather Brister,
(512) 239-1203; REGIONAL OFFICE: 3870 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont, Texas 77703-1892,
(409) 898-3838.
(5) COMPANY: Aqua Utilities, Inc. dba Aqua Texas, Inc.; DOCKET NUMBER:
2006-1924-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101525061; LOCATION: Harris County, Texas;
TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §305.125(1),
TPDES Permit Number 11701001, Interim Effluent Limitations and Monitoring
Requirements Numbers 1 and 2, and the Code, §26.121(a), by failing to
comply with permit effluent limits; PENALTY: $7,880; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR:
Catherine Albrecht, (713) 767-3500; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Avenue, Suite
H, Houston, Texas 77023-1486, (713) 767-3500.
(6) COMPANY: Javier B. Armendariz; DOCKET NUMBER: 2006-1902-PST-E; IDENTIFIER:
RN101835726; LOCATION: Odessa, Ector County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: abandoned
mechanic shop/carwash; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §334.50(b)(1)(A) and the
Code, §26.3475(c)(1), by failing to monitor underground storage tanks
(USTs); and 30 TAC §334.49(a)(1) and the Code, §26.3475(d), by failing
to provide proper corrosion protection for the UST system; PENALTY: $5,000;
ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Patricia Chawla, (512) 239-0739; REGIONAL OFFICE:
3300 North A Street, Building 4, Suite 107, Midland, Texas 797055404, (915)
570-1359.
(7) COMPANY: Baptist St. Anthony's Hospital Corporation dba Baptist St.
Anthony's Health System; DOCKET NUMBER: 2007-0460-PST-E; IDENTIFIER: RN102888443;
LOCATION: Potter County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: hospital; RULE VIOLATED:
30 TAC §334.8(c)(5)(A)(i), by failing to possess a valid TCEQ delivery
certificate prior to receiving fuel; PENALTY: $875; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR:
Melissa Keller, (512) 239-1768; REGIONAL OFFICE: 3918 Canyon Drive, Amarillo,
Texas 79109-4933, (806) 353-9251.
(8) COMPANY: City of Blossom; DOCKET NUMBER: 2005-0256-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER:
RN101611580; LOCATION: Blossom, Lamar County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater
treatment; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §305.125(1), TPDES Permit Number 10715002,
Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Requirements Numbers 1, 3, and 6, and
the Code, §26.121(a), by failing to comply with permitted effluent limitations;
PENALTY: $10,400; Supplemental Environmental Project (SEP) offset amount of
$8,320 applied to providing assistance to repair or replace failing or inadequately
designed private sewer lines, access units, and clean-outs for low income
residents; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Laurie Eaves, (512) 239-4495; REGIONAL
OFFICE: 2916 Teague Drive, Tyler, Texas 75701-3756, (903) 535-5100.
(9) COMPANY: Bohica Investment, Ltd. dba Amigos 10; DOCKET NUMBER: 2007-0461-PST-E;
IDENTIFIER: RN101793594; LOCATION: Sutton County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY:
convenience store with retail sales of gasoline; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §334.8(c)(5)(A)(i),
by failing to possess a valid TCEQ delivery certificate prior to receiving
fuel; PENALTY: $875; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Melissa Keller, (512) 239-1768;
REGIONAL OFFICE: 622 South Oakes, Suite K, San Angelo, Texas 76903-7013, (915)
655-9479.
(10) COMPANY: Country Place\Northwest Home Owners' Association, Inc.; DOCKET
NUMBER: 2007-0006-PWS-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101198976; LOCATION: Brenham, Washington
County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: public water supply; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §290.46(f)(2),
by failing to maintain water system records and make them available for review;
30 TAC §290.46(m), by failing to maintain the general appearance of the
system's facilities and equipment, including maintaining the exterior coating
on the pressure tank; 30 TAC §290.42(l), by failing to compile and maintain
an up-to-date plant operations manual; 30 TAC §290.41(c)(3)(O) and §290.43(e),
by failing to provide an intruder-resistant fence for the well and pressure
tank; and 30 TAC §290.45(b)(1)(C)(ii) and (iii) and Texas Health and
Safety Code (THSC), §341.0315(c), by failing to provide a minimum total
storage capacity of 200 gallons per connection and by failing to provide two
or more service pumps with a total rated capacity of two gallons per minute
per connection; PENALTY: $1,900; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Rebecca Clausewitz,
(210) 490-3096; REGIONAL OFFICE: 6801 Sanger Avenue, Suite 2500, Waco, Texas
76710-7826, (254) 751-0335.
(11) COMPANY: Drennan Day Custom Homes Inc.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2006-1871-MLM-E;
IDENTIFIER: RN105085211; LOCATION: Liberty Hill, Williamson County, Texas;
TYPE OF FACILITY: construction site; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §281.25(a)(4)
and 40 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) §122.26(c), by failing to obtain
authorization to discharge storm water associated with construction activities;
and 30 TAC §213.21(d), by failing to obtain approval of a contributing
zone plan; PENALTY: $16,000; Supplemental Environmental Project (SEP) offset
amount of $6,400 applied to Texas Association of Resource Conservation &
Development Areas, Inc. ("RC&D") - Abandoned Tire Clean-Up; ENFORCEMENT
COORDINATOR: Lynley Doyen, (512) 239-1364; REGIONAL OFFICE: 2800 South IH
35, Suite 100, Austin, Texas 78704-5712, (512) 339-2929.
(12) COMPANY: Equistar Chemicals, LP; DOCKET NUMBER: 2007-0039-AIR-E; IDENTIFIER:
RN100210574; LOCATION: Alvin, Brazoria County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: chemical
manufacturing plant; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §116.115(c), Air Permit Number
19558, Special Condition Number 1, and THSC, §382.085(b), by failing
to prevent unauthorized emissions; and 30 TAC §101.201(a)(1)(B) and THSC, §382.085(b),
by failing to report the April 30, 2004, emissions event within twenty-four
hours after discovery; PENALTY: $80,191; Supplemental Environmental Project
(SEP) offset amount of $40,095 applied to Houston-Galveston AERCO's Clean
Cities/Clean Vehicles Program; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Rebecca Johnson, (713)
767-3500; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Avenue, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1486,
(713) 767-3500.
(13) COMPANY: Exxon Mobil Corporation; DOCKET NUMBER: 2007-0034-AIR-E;
IDENTIFIER: RN102212925; LOCATION: Baytown, Harris County, Texas; TYPE OF
FACILITY: chemical company; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §116.715(a), Flexible
Permit Number 3452, Special Condition Number 1, and THSC, §382.085(b),
by failing to prevent unauthorized emissions; PENALTY: $44,575; Supplemental
Environmental Project (SEP) offset amount of $22,287 applied to Houston-Galveston
AERCO's Clean Cities/Clean Vehicles Program; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: John
Muennink, (361) 825-3100; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Avenue, Suite H, Houston,
Texas 77023-1486, (713) 767-3500.
(14) COMPANY: Fort Bend Independent School District; DOCKET NUMBER: 2007-0462-PST-E;
IDENTIFIER: RN102469665; LOCATION: Stafford, Fort Bend County, Texas; TYPE
OF FACILITY: school district with fleet refueling; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §334.8(c)(5)(A)(i),
by failing to possess a valid TCEQ delivery certificate prior to receiving
fuel; PENALTY: $875; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Melissa Keller, (512) 239-1768;
REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Avenue, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1486, (713)
767-3500.
(15) COMPANY: Benny D. Horn; DOCKET NUMBER: 2007-0459-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER:
RN103313250; LOCATION: Corsicana, Navarro County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY:
operator; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §30.5(a), by failing to obtain a required
occupational license; PENALTY: $210; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Melissa Keller,
(512) 239-1768; REGIONAL OFFICE: 2301 Gravel Drive, Fort Worth, Texas 76118-6951,
(817) 588-5800.
(16) COMPANY: Jayvik Auto Systems, Inc. dba Speedee Oil Change & Tune
Up; DOCKET NUMBER: 2007-0474-PST-E; IDENTIFIER: RN100539923; LOCATION: Denton
County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: car maintenance; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §334.50(b)(1)(A),
by failing to provide release detection; PENALTY: $1,750; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR:
Melissa Keller, (512) 239-1768; REGIONAL OFFICE: 2301 Gravel Drive, Fort Worth,
Texas 76118-6951, (817) 588-5800.
(17) COMPANY: Kerrville Fast Wash, Inc. dba Five Points Chevron; DOCKET
NUMBER: 2007-0454-PST-E; IDENTIFIER: RN100535491; LOCATION: Kerrville, Kerr
County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: car maintenance; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §334.50(b)(1)(A),
by failing to provide release detection; PENALTY: $1,750; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR:
Melissa Keller, (512) 239-1768; REGIONAL OFFICE: 14250 Judson Road, San Antonio,
Texas 78233-4480, (210) 490-3096.
(18) COMPANY: Key Oil Company dba Lawndale Service Station; DOCKET NUMBER:
2006-1897-PST-E; IDENTIFIER: RN102840113; LOCATION: Houston, Harris County,
Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: convenience store with retail sales of gasoline;
RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §115.246(1), (3) and (7)(A) and THSC, §382.085(b),
by failing to maintain Stage II records and make immediately available for
inspection; 30 TAC §115.244(1) and (3) and THSC, §382.085(b), by
failing to conduct required daily and monthly inspections of the Stage II
vapor recovery system (VRS); 30 TAC §115.248(1) and THSC, §382.085(b),
by failing to ensure that at least one station representative received training
in the operation and maintenance of the Stage II VRS; 30 TAC §115.245(2)
and THSC, §382.085(b), by failing to verify proper operation of the Stage
II equipment; 30 TAC §37.815(a) and (b), by failing to demonstrate acceptable
financial assurance; 30 TAC §334.50(b)(1)(A) and (2) and the Code, §26.3475(a)
and (c)(1), by failing to monitor USTs in a manner that will detect a release
and by failing to provide proper release detection for the piping associated
with the UST system; 30 TAC §334.50(b)(2)(A)(i)(III) and the Code, §26.3475(a),
by failing to test the line leak detectors; 30 TAC §334.50(d)(1)(B)(ii)
and the Code, §26.3475(c)(1), by failing to conduct reconciliation of
detailed inventory control records; 30 TAC §334.50(d)(1)(B)(iii)(I) and
the Code, §26.3475(c)(1), by failing to record inventory volume measurements
for regulated substance inputs, withdrawals, and the amount still remaining
in the tanks each operating day; 30 TAC §334.48(c), by failing to conduct
effective manual or automatic inventory control procedures for the UST system;
and 30 TAC §334.8(c)(5)(C), by failing to ensure that a legible tag,
label, or marking with the UST identification number is permanently applied
upon or affixed to either the top of the fill tube or to a nonremovable point
in the immediate area of the fill tube; PENALTY: $14,500; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR:
Thomas Greimel, (512) 239-5690; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Avenue, Suite H,
Houston, Texas 77023-1486, (713) 767-3500.
(19) COMPANY: Koral Industries, Inc.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2006-2192-AIR-E; IDENTIFIER:
RN102539145; LOCATION: Ennis, Ellis County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: bath
tub manufacturing plant; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §113.1060 and §116.115(b)(2)(F)
and (c), 40 CFR §63.5805(b), Permit Number 18756, General Condition 8,
Special Condition 3, and THSC, §382.085(b), by failing to comply with
the maximum allowable emission rate for styrene; PENALTY: $3,850; ENFORCEMENT
COORDINATOR: Miriam Hall, (512) 239-1044; REGIONAL OFFICE: 2301 Gravel Drive,
Fort Worth, Texas 76118-6951, (817) 588-5800.
(20) COMPANY: Donny Lloyd dba Lloyd's Electric Motor Repair; DOCKET NUMBER:
2006-2194-AIR-E; IDENTIFIER: RN100798701; LOCATION: Gainesville, Cooke County,
Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: electric motor repair shop; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §116.110(a)(1)
and THSC, §382.085(b) and §382.0518(a), by failing to obtain authorization
to operate via a permit or permit by rule (PBR) and meeting all conditions
of an applicable PBR; PENALTY: $1,050; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Sherronda
Martin, (713) 767-3500; REGIONAL OFFICE: 2301 Gravel Drive, Fort Worth, Texas
76118-6951, (817) 588-5800.
(21) COMPANY: Matheson Tri-Gas, Inc.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2007-0201-IWD-E; IDENTIFIER:
RN102186236; LOCATION: Waxahachie, Ellis County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY:
wastewater treatment plant; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §305.125(1), TPDES
Permit Number WQ0004112000, Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Requirements
Number 1, and the Code, §26.121(a), by failing to comply with the daily
average permitted limit of 0.2 milligrams per liter (mg/L) for chlorine residual;
PENALTY: $2,780; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Jorge Ibarra, (817) 588-5800; REGIONAL
OFFICE: 2301 Gravel Drive, Fort Worth, Texas 76118-6951, (817) 588-5800.
(22) COMPANY: City of Orange; DOCKET NUMBER: 2005-0059-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER:
RN101613644, TPDES Permit Number 0010626001; LOCATION: Orange, Orange County,
Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment plant; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §305.125(1)
and (5) and TPDES Permit Number 0010626001, Operational Requirement Number
1, by failing to adequately operate and maintain the ultraviolet (UV) disinfection
system; 30 TAC §305.125(1) and (5) and §317.6(c)(2)(H) and TPDES
Permit Number 0010626001, Operational Requirement Number 1, by failing to
maintain the minimum number of replacement parts for the UV disinfection system;
30 TAC §305.125(1), TPDES Permit Number 0010626001, Effluent Limitations
and Monitoring Requirements Number 1, and the Code, §26.121(a), by failing
to maintain compliance with the fecal coliform bacteria (FC) single grab,
seven-day average, and the total suspended solids (TSS) daily maximum limits;
30 TAC §305.125(1), TPDES Permit Number 0010626001, Effluent Limitations
and Monitoring Requirements Number 1, and the Code, §26.121(c), by failing
to comply with the FC single grab limit of 800 colonies per 100 milliliters
(col/100 ml); 30 TAC §317.6(c)(2)(E), by failing to provide remote operation
indicators for all lamps in the UV system; 30 TAC §305.125(1) and (5)
and TPDES Permit Number 0010626001, Operational Requirement Number 1, by failing
to maintain a functional high level alarm system; 30 TAC §305.125(1)
and (5) and TPDES Permit Number 0010626001, Operational Requirement Number
1, by failing to remove the heavy accumulations of oil and grease; and 30
TAC §305.125(1) and (5) and TPDES Permit Number 0010626001, Operational
Requirement Number 1, by failing to maintain the number two pump; PENALTY:
$36,300; Supplemental Environmental Project (SEP) offset amount of $36,300
applied to Texas Association of Resource Conservation and Development Areas,
Inc. (RC&D) - Household Hazardous Waste Clean-Up; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR:
Catherine Albrecht, (713) 767-3500; REGIONAL OFFICE: 3870 Eastex Freeway,
Beaumont, Texas 77703-1892, (409) 898-3838.
(23) COMPANY: Pencco, Inc.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2007-0011-MLM-E; IDENTIFIER:
RN101629970; LOCATION: Sinton, San Patricio County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY:
ferrous sulfate production; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §305.125(1) and TPDES
General Permit Number TXR050000 Part III, Section A, by failing to implement
the storm water pollution prevention plan (SWP3) that had been developed;
30 TAC §305.125(1) and TPDES General Permit Number TXR050000 Part III,
Section B(b), by failing to modify the SWP3 as often as necessary; 30 TAC §305.125(9)
and TPDES General Permit Number TXR050000 Part III, Section E4(b), by failing
to report noncompliance which may endanger human health or safety; 30 TAC §281.25(a)(4),
40 CFR §122.26(c), and TPDES Permit Number TXR050000 Part V, Section
C3(a), by failing to develop a security system to prevent accidental or intentional
discharges by unauthorized individuals; and 30 TAC §§305.125(1),
327.5(a), and 335.4(1), and TPDES General Permit Number TXR050000 Part III,
Section E2(b), by failing to take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent
any discharge which has a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human
health or the environment and failed to immediately abate and contain the
spill or discharge; PENALTY: $7,490; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Ruben Soto,
(512) 239-4571; REGIONAL OFFICE: 6300 Ocean Drive, Suite 1200, Corpus Christi,
Texas 78412-5503, (361) 825-3100.
(24) COMPANY: Performance Food Group of Texas, Inc.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2007-0458-PST-E;
IDENTIFIER: RN101432979; LOCATION: Victoria, Victoria County, Texas; TYPE
OF FACILITY: convenience store with retail sales of gasoline; RULE VIOLATED:
30 TAC §334.8(c)(5)(A)(i), by failing to possess a valid TCEQ delivery
certificate prior to receiving fuel; PENALTY: $875; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR:
Melissa Keller, (512) 239-1768; REGIONAL OFFICE: 6300 Ocean Drive, Suite 1200,
Corpus Christi, Texas 78412-5503, (361) 825-3100.
(25) COMPANY: City of Point; DOCKET NUMBER: 2005-1025-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER:
RN101612984; LOCATION: Point, Rains County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater
treatment; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §305.125(1), TPDES Permit Number 10964001,
Final Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Requirements 1 and 6, and the Code, §26.121(a),
by failing to comply with permitted effluent limits; 30 TAC §305.125(17)
and TPDES Permit Number 10964001, Sludge Provisions, Section II, F. Reporting
Requirements, by failing to submit annual sludge reports; 30 TAC §305.125(1)
and TPDES Permit Number 10964001, Monitoring and Reporting Requirements Number
1, by failing to timely submit the five-day biochemical oxygen demand data;
and 30 TAC §305.125(a) and TPDES Permit Number 10964001, Monitoring and
Reporting Requirements Number 1, by failing to submit the discharge monitoring
report at outfall 001A for the monitoring period ending March 31, 2004, by
April 20, 2004; PENALTY: $12,773; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Ruben Soto, (512)
239-4571; REGIONAL OFFICE: 2916 Teague Drive, Tyler, Texas 75701-3756, (903)
535-5100.
(26) COMPANY: Eufrocina Merino dba Roslyn Food Mart; DOCKET NUMBER: 2007-0106-PST-E;
IDENTIFIER: RN101809184; LOCATION: Vidor, Orange County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY:
convenience store with retail sales of gasoline; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §334.50(b)(1)(A)
and the Code, §26.3475(c)(1), by failing to monitor the USTs for releases;
PENALTY: $3,900; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Rajesh Acharya, (512) 239-0577;
REGIONAL OFFICE: 3870 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont, Texas 77703-1892, (409) 898-3838.
(27) COMPANY: City of Royse City; DOCKET NUMBER: 2006-1940-PWS-E; IDENTIFIER:
RN101391696; LOCATION: Royse City, Rockwall County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY:
public water supply; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §290.46(b), (q)(1) and (r),
by failing to submit raw water samples for microbiological analysis, by failing
to issue a boil water notice, and by failing to operate the system to maintain
a minimum pressure of 35 pounds per square inch throughout the distribution
system; PENALTY: $3,360; Supplemental Environmental Project (SEP) offset amount
of $2,688 applied to holding a one-day citywide household hazardous waste
(HHW) collection event; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Epifanio Villarreal, (210)
490-3096; REGIONAL OFFICE: 2301 Gravel Drive, Fort Worth, Texas 76118-6951,
(817) 588-5800.
(28) COMPANY: Sunoco Partners Marketing & Terminals L.P.; DOCKET NUMBER:
2006-0942-MLM-E; IDENTIFIER: RN100214626; LOCATION: Nederland, Jefferson County,
Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §335.4,
by failing to prevent the unauthorized discharge of hydrocarbon; 30 TAC §335.6(c),
by failing to update the notice of registration; 30 TAC §335.10(b), by
failing to put the state transporter's identification and phone numbers on
Manifest Number 3372217; 30 TAC §335.9(a)(1), by failing to keep records
of all hazardous and industrial solid waste activities; 30 TAC §335.2(a),
by failing to obtain authorization to process a hazardous waste (naphtha);
30 TAC §335.62 and 40 CFR §262.11, by failing to conduct a hazardous
waste determination and waste classification for spent naphtha generated in
the parts washer bin; 30 TAC §305.125(5) and TPDES Permit Number WQ0001151000,
Operational Requirements Number 1, by failing to at all times properly operate
and maintain all facilities and systems of treatment and control; and the
Code, §26.121(c), by failing to prevent the discharge of industrial wastes
to a stormwater outfall; 30 TAC §319.5(b) and TPDES Permit Number WQ0001151000,
Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Requirements Number 1, Outfalls 002, 003,
and 004, by failing to collect effluent samples from stormwater outfalls 002,
003, and 004; and 30 TAC §305.125(1) and TPDES Permit Number WQ0001151000,
Permit Conditions Number 4.d., by failing to prevent the introduction of a
waste not authorized by the permit into the wastewater treatment facility;
PENALTY: $28,078; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Laurie Eaves, (512) 239-4495; REGIONAL
OFFICE: 3870 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont, Texas 77703-1892, (409) 898-3838.
(29) COMPANY: Texas Department of Criminal Justice; DOCKET NUMBER: 2006-2188-MWD-E;
IDENTIFIER: RN102314432; LOCATION: Huntsville, Walker County, Texas; TYPE
OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §305.125(1)
and TPDES Permit Number 11180002, Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Requirements
Numbers 1, 2, and 6, and the Code, §26.121(a), by failing to comply with
permitted effluent limitations; 30 TAC §305.125(1) and TPDES Permit Number
11180002, Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Requirements Number 1 , by failing
to at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of
treatments and control; 30 TAC §305.125(1) and TPDES Permit Number 11180002,
Monitoring and Reporting Requirements Number 7(c), by failing to timely submit
noncompliance reports; and 30 TAC §30.331(b) and §30.350(d) and
TPDES Permit Number 11180002, Other Requirements Number 1, by failing to employ
a wastewater operator holding a category B license or higher; PENALTY: $40,280;
Supplemental Environmental Project (SEP) offset amount of $32,224 applied
to Texas Association of Resource Conservation and Development Areas, Inc.
("RC&D") - Unauthorized Trash Dump Clean-Up; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR:
Laurie Eaves, (512) 239-4495; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Avenue, Suite H,
Houston, Texas 77023-1486, (713) 767-3500.
(30) COMPANY: Texas Polymer Services, Inc.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2006-2243-MLM-E;
IDENTIFIER: RN100590207; LOCATION: Orange County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY:
plastics manufacturing; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §305.125(1) and TPDES Permit
Number 02835, Other Requirements Number 2, by failing to use a test method
sensitive enough to detect the minimum analytical level of 0.005 mg/L for
total zinc; 30 TAC §305.125(1) and TPDES Permit Number 02835, Monitoring
and Reporting Requirements Number 7c, by failing to submit noncompliance notification
to the TCEQ for effluent violations; and 30 TAC §335.4, TPDES Permit
Number 02835, Permit Conditions Number 2g, and the Code, §26.121(a),
by failing to prevent the unauthorized discharge of industrial waste; PENALTY:
$38,755; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Pamela Campbell, (512) 239-4493; REGIONAL
OFFICE: 3870 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont, Texas 77703-1892, (409) 898-3838.
TRD-200701437
Mary R. Risner
Director, Litigation Division
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: April 17, 2007
Notice issued April 12, 2007
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Docket No. 2006-1783-DIS;
The TCEQ will conduct a hearing on an application for conversion (the "Application")
of Mauriceville Special Utility District of Orange, Jasper, and Newton counties
(the "District") to a municipal utility district operating under Texas Water
Code Chapter 54. The Application was filed with the TCEQ and included a resolution
by the District's board of directors. The TCEQ will conduct this hearing under
the authority of Texas Water Code Chapters 49 and 54; 30 Texas Administrative
Code Chapter 293; and the procedural rules of the TCEQ. The TCEQ will conduct
the hearing at: 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, July 25, 2007, Building E, Room 201S,
12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas. The District was created on December
12, 1994, as a special utility district under Texas Water Code Chapter 65
and Article XVI, Section 59 of the Texas Constitution. The material filed
with the Application states that conversion would serve the best interest
of the District and would be a benefit to the land and property included in
the District.
As required by Texas Water Code §54.032 and 30 Texas Administrative
Code §293.15, the above hearing regarding this application will be held
no earlier than 14 days after notice of this hearing is published in a newspaper
with general circulation in the county or counties in which the district is
located. The purpose of this hearing is to provide all interested persons
the opportunity to appear and offer testimony for or against the proposal
contained in the resolution. At the hearing, pursuant to Texas Water Code §54.033
the Commission will determine whether converting the current district into
a municipal utility district that operates under Texas Water Code Chapter
54 would serve the best interest of the district and would be a benefit to
the land and property included in the district, or, if there is any opposition
to the proposed conversion, the Commission may refer the application to the
State Office of Administrative Hearings for a contested case hearing on the
application.
INFORMATION SECTION.
For information regarding the date and time this application will be heard
before the Commission, please submit written inquiries to the TCEQ, Office
of the Chief Clerk, MC-105, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, or by
phone at (512) 239-3300. For information concerning the hearing process, please
contact the Public Interest Counsel, MC 103, at the same address. For additional
information, individual members of the general public may contact the Districts
Review Team at (512) 239-4691. General information regarding the TCEQ can
be found at our web site at www.tceq.state.tx.us. Si desea información
en Español, puede llamar al (512) 239-0200. Persons with disabilities
who plan to attend this hearing and who need special accommodations at the
hearing should call the TCEQ Office of Public Assistance at 1-800-687-4040
or 1-800-RELAY-TX (TDD) at least one week prior to the hearing.
TRD-200701466
LaDonna Castañuela
Chief Clerk
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: April 18, 2007
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ or commission) has
made available for public comment a draft implementation plan for a total
maximum daily load (TMDL) concerning zinc loading in Nueces Bay. Nueces Bay
drains the Nueces River Basin, along with portions of the San Antonio-Nueces
and Nueces-Rio Grande Coastal Basins. TCEQ will also conduct a public meeting
to receive comments on the implementation plan.
Nueces Bay (Segment 2482), located in Nueces and San Patricio Counties,
is included in the State of Texas Clean Water Act, §303(d) list of impaired
water bodies. As required by §303(d) of the federal Clean Water Act,
a TMDL was developed for zinc in oyster tissue. The TMDL was adopted by the
commission on November 1, 2006, as an update to the State Water Quality Management
Plan. Upon adoption by the commission, the TMDL was submitted to the United
States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for review and approval. EPA
approved the TMDL on December 15, 2006. The implementation plan is a flexible
tool that the governmental and non-governmental agencies involved in TMDL
implementation will use to guide their program management.
The public comment meeting will be held in Corpus Christi, Texas, on May
8, 2007, at 7:00 p.m., at the Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi campus,
NRC Building, Conference Room 1003, located at 6300 Ocean Drive. Individuals
may present oral statements when called upon in order of registration. Open
discussion will not occur during the meeting; however, an agency staff member
will be available to discuss the matter 30 minutes prior to the meeting and
will answer questions before and after the meeting. The purpose of the public
meeting is to provide the public an opportunity to comment on the proposed
plan. The commission requests comment on each of the six major components
of the implementation plan: description of control actions and management
measures, implementation schedule, legal authority, follow-up monitoring plan,
measurable outcomes, and communication strategy. After the public comment
period, TCEQ staff may revise the implementation plan, if appropriate. The
final implementation plan will then be considered for approval by the commission.
Upon approval of the implementation plan by the commission, the final implementation
plan and a response to public comments will be made available on the TCEQ
Web site.
Written comments should be submitted to Andrew Sullivan, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, TMDL Section, MC 203, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas
78711-3087 or faxed to (512) 239-1414. All comments must be received by 5:00
p.m., May 25, 2007, and should reference
Implementation
Plan for One Total Maximum Daily Load for Zinc in Oyster Tissue in Nueces
Bay, For Segment 2482. For further information regarding this proposed
TMDL implementation plan, please contact Andrew Sullivan, TCEQ Central Office,
at (512) 239-4587 or asulliva@tceq.state.tx.us.
Copies of the draft implementation plan can be obtained via the commission's
Web site at:
http://www.tceq.state.tx.us/implementation/water/tmdl/tmdlcalendar.html
or by calling (512) 239-6682.
Persons with disabilities who have special communication or other accommodation
needs who are planning to attend the meeting should contact the agency at
(512) 239-6682. Requests should be made as far in advance as possible.
TRD-200701434
Robert Martinez
Director, Environmental Law Division
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: April 17, 2007
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ or commission) has
made available for public comment a draft implementation plan concerning total
maximum daily loads (TMDLs) for chloride and total dissolved solids loading
in the Colorado River Below E. V. Spence Reservoir of the Colorado River Basin.
Colorado River Below E. V. Spence Reservoir (Segment 1426), located in
Coke and Runnels Counties, is included in the State of Texas Clean Water Act, §303(d)
list of impaired water bodies. As required by §303(d) of the federal
Clean Water Act, two TMDLs were developed for chloride and total dissolved
solids. The TMDLs were adopted by the commission on February 7, 2007, as an
update to the State Water Quality Management Plan. Upon adoption by the commission,
the TMDLs were submitted to the United States Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) for review and approval. The implementation plan is a flexible tool
that the governmental and non-governmental agencies involved in TMDL implementation
will use to guide their program management.
A public comment period to receive written public comment on the draft
Colorado River Below E. V. Spence Reservoir implementation plan will commence
on April 25, 2007. The commission requests comment on each of the six major
components of the implementation plan: description of control actions and
management measures, implementation schedule, legal authority, follow-up monitoring
plan, measurable outcomes, and communication strategy. After the public comment
period, TCEQ staff may revise the implementation plan, if appropriate. The
final implementation plan will then be considered for approval by the commission.
Upon approval of the implementation plan by the commission, the final implementation
plan and a response to public comments will be made available on the TCEQ
Web site.
Written comments should be submitted to Kerry Niemann, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, TMDL Section, MC 203, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087
or faxed to (512) 239-1414. All comments must be received by 5:00 p.m., May
25, 2007, and should reference, Implementation Plan for Two Total Maximum
Daily Loads for Chloride and Total Dissolved Solids in the Colorado River Below
E. V. Spence Reservoir, For Segment Number 1426. For further information
regarding this proposed TMDL implementation plan, please contact Kerry Niemann,
TCEQ Central Office, at (512) 239-0483 or kniemann@tceq.state.tx.us.
Copies of the draft implementation plan can be obtained via the commission's
Web site at: http://www.tceq.state.tx.us/implementation/water/tmdl/tmdlcalendar.html or by calling (512) 239-6682.
Persons with disabilities who have special communication or other accommodation
needs who are planning to attend the meeting should contact the agency at
(512) 239-6682. Requests should be made as far in advance as possible.
TRD-200701438
Robert Martinez
Director, Environmental Law Division
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: April 17, 2007
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ or commission) has
made available for public comment a draft implementation plan concerning total
maximum daily loads (TMDLs) for chloride, sulfate, and total dissolved solids
loading in the Petronila Creek Above Tidal of the Nueces-Rio Grande Coastal
Basin.
Petronila Creek Above Tidal (Segment 2204), located in Nueces and Kleberg
Counties, is included in the State of Texas Clean Water Act, §303(d)
list of impaired water bodies. As required by §303(d) of the federal
Clean Water Act, three TMDLs were developed for chloride, sulfate, and total
dissolved solids. The TMDLs were adopted by the commission on January 10,
2007, as an update to the State Water Quality Management Plan. Upon adoption
by the commission, the TMDLs were submitted to the United States Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) for review and approval. EPA approved the TMDLs on
March 14, 2007. The implementation plan is a flexible tool that the governmental
and non-governmental agencies involved in TMDL implementation will use to
guide their program management.
A public comment period to receive written public comment on the draft
Petronila Creek Above Tidal implementation plan will commence on April 25,
2007. The commission requests comment on each of the six major components
of the implementation plan: description of control actions and management
measures, implementation schedule, legal authority, follow-up monitoring plan,
measurable outcomes, and communication strategy. After the public comment
period, TCEQ staff may revise the implementation plan, if appropriate. The
final implementation plan will then be considered for approval by the commission.
Upon approval of the implementation plan by the commission, the final implementation
plan and a response to public comments will be made available on the TCEQ
Web site.
Written comments should be submitted to Kerry Niemann, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, TMDL Section, MC 203, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087
or faxed to (512) 239-1414. All comments must be received by 5:00 p.m., May
25, 2007, and should reference Implementation Plan for Three Total Maximum
Daily Loads for Chloride, Sulfate, and Total Dissolved Solids in Petronila Creek
Above Tidal, For Segment Number 2204. For further information regarding
this proposed TMDL implementation plan, please contact Kerry Niemann, TCEQ Central
Office, at (512) 239-0483 or kniemann@tceq.state.tx.us. Copies of the draft implementation
plan can be obtained via the commission's Web site at: http://www.tceq.state.tx.us/implementation/water/tmdl/tmdlcalendar.html
or by calling (512) 239-6682.
Persons with disabilities who have special communication or other accommodation
needs who are planning to attend the meeting should contact the agency at
(512) 239-6682. Requests should be made as far in advance as possible.
TRD-200701435
Robert Martinez
Director, Environmental Law Division
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: April 17, 2007
The following notices were issued during the period of April 5, 2007 -
April 12, 2007.
The following require the applicants to publish notice in a newspaper.
Public comments, requests for public meetings, or requests for a contested
case hearing may be submitted to Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
(TCEQ), Office of the Chief Clerk, MC-105, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087,
WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE DATE OF NEWSPAPER PUBLICATION OF THE NOTICE.
FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 122 has applied for a renewal
of Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) Permit No. 14182-001,
which authorizes the discharge of treated domestic wastewater at a daily average
flow not to exceed 992,000 gallons per day. The facility is located 1,900
feet south of Farm-to-Market Road 1093 and 3,200 feet west of Harlem Road,
approximately 3,200 feet north of Long Point Slough, and 3,700 feet southwest
of the intersection of Harlem Road and Farm-to-Market Road 1093 in Fort Bend
County, Texas.
FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 134 has applied for a new
permit, proposed TPDES Permit No. WQ0014715001, to authorize the discharge
of treated domestic wastewater at a daily average flow not to exceed 300,000
gallons per day. The facility will be located approximately 4,850 feet west
of the intersection of Farm-to-Market Road 1464 and Madden Road and approximately
1,000 feet south of Madden Road along Red Gully in Fort Bend County, Texas.
CITY OF GOODRICH has applied for a renewal of TPDES Permit No. 12711-001
which authorizes the discharge of treated domestic wastewater at a daily average
flow not to exceed 65,000 gallons per day. The facility is located on the
east side of the Southern Pacific Railroad, approximately 1,200 feet southwest
of the intersection of Farm-to-Market Road 393 and U.S. Highway 59, northwest
of the City of Goodrich in Polk County, Texas.
HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 157 has applied for a renewal
of TPDES Permit No. 11906-001, which authorizes the discharge of treated domestic
wastewater at an annual average flow not to exceed 2,300,000 gallons per day.
The facility is located 19355 Aspen Trail on the northern bank of Dinner Creek
and approximately 2,000 feet south of Farm-to-Market Road 529 (Freeman Road)
in Harris County, Texas.
CITY OF INDUSTRY has applied for a renewal of TPDES Permit No. WQ0013897001,
which authorizes the discharge of treated domestic wastewater at a daily average
flow not to exceed 70,000 gallons per day. The facility is located approximately
6,500 feet northwest of the intersection of State Highway 159 and Farm-to-Market
Road 109 in Austin County, Texas.
CITY OF MAYPEARL has applied for a renewal of TPDES Permit No. 10431-001,
which authorizes the discharge of treated domestic wastewater at a daily average
flow not to exceed 175,000 gallons per day. The facility is located approximately
0.5 mile south of the intersection of Farm-to-Market Road 66 and Farm-to-Market
Road 157 in Ellis County, Texas.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 has applied for a renewal of TPDES
Permit No. 11271-001 which authorizes the discharge of treated domestic wastewater
at a daily average flow not to exceed 250,000 gallons per day. The facility
is located on the east side of Lake Conroe, immediately south of Farm-to-Market
Road 830 and approximately 500 feet east of Kingston Cove Lane in Montgomery
County, Texas.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 99 has applied to the
TCEQ for a major amendment to TPDES Permit No. WQ0014604001 to authorize an
increase in the discharge of treated domestic wastewater from a daily average
flow not to exceed 580,000 gallons per day to an annual average flow not to
exceed 1,500,000 gallons per day. The facility is located approximately 2,000
feet east of the centerline of Aldine Westfield Road and approximately 1,700
feet north of the intersection of Fountain Brook Park Lane and Trinity Park
Lane in Montgomery County, Texas.
QUADVEST, L.P. has applied for a new permit, proposed TPDES Permit No.
WQ0014755001, to authorize the discharge of treated domestic wastewater at
a daily average flow not to exceed 150,000 gallons per day. The facility will
be located approximately 5,100 feet northeast of the intersection of East
Benders Landing Boulevard and Irish Ivy Court in Montgomery County, Texas.
CITY OF STREETMAN has applied for a renewal of TPDES Permit No. 10471-001,
which authorizes the discharge of treated domestic wastewater at a daily average
flow not to exceed 80,000 gallons per day. The facility is located west of
Farm-to-Market Road 80 and east of the Fort Worth & Denver Railway (F
W & D RR) on the north bank of Sloan Creek in the southern portion of
the City of Streetman in Freestone County, Texas.
JULIE ANN THAMES has applied for a new permit, proposed TPDES Permit No.
WQ0014753001, to authorize the discharge of treated domestic wastewater at
a daily average flow not to exceed 10,000 gallons per day. The facility will
be located approximately 7 miles west of the City of Burleson, 1 mile south
of Farm-to-Market Road 1187 and .50 mile west of Farm-to-Market Road 1902
in Johnson County, Texas.
WEST HOUSTON AIRPORT CORPORATION has applied for a major amendment to TPDES
Permit No. 12516-001 to authorize an increase in the discharge of treated
domestic wastewater from a daily average flow not to exceed 2,000 gallons
per day to a daily average flow not to exceed 15,000 gallons per day. The
facility is located on Lakeside Airport property at 18000 Groeschke Road in
Harris County, Texas. The treated effluent is discharged to Harris County
Flood Control District Ditch # U101-15; thence to South Mayde Creek; thence
to Buffalo Bayou Above Tidal in Segment No. 1014 of the San Jacinto River
Basin.
WEST MEMORIAL MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT has applied for a renewal of TPDES
Permit No. 11152-001, which authorizes the discharge of treated domestic wastewater
at an annual average flow not to exceed 6,480,000 gallons per day. The facility
is located at 22023 Kingsland Boulevard, approximately 6000 feet south and
1000 feet west of the intersection of Interstate Highway 10 and Mason Road
in Harris County, Texas.
INFORMATION SECTION
To view the complete issued notices, view the notices on our web site at
www.tceq.state.tx.us/comm_exec/cc/pub_notice.html or call the Office of the
Chief Clerk at (512) 239-3300 to obtain a copy of the complete notice. When
searching the web site, type in the issued date range shown at the top of
this document to obtain search results.
If you need more information about these permit applications or the permitting
process, please call the TCEQ Office of Public Assistance, toll free, at 1-800-687-4040.
General information about the TCEQ can be found at our web site at www.tceq.state.tx.us.
Si desea información en Español, puede llamar al 1-800-687-4040.
TRD-200701465
LaDonna Castañuela
Chief Clerk
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: April 18, 2007
Notices issued April 12, 2007 - April 16, 2007
APPLICATION NO. 12048; Walnut Creek Mining Company, P.O. Box H, Bremond,
Texas 76629, Applicant, has applied for a Water Use Permit to maintain two
(2) existing reservoirs and to construct and maintain one (1) proposed reservoir
on unnamed tributaries of South Walnut Creek and Walnut Creek, Brazos River
Basin for domestic, livestock, in-place recreation, and game preserve purposes
after cessation of mining activities in Robertson County. Applicant further
requests to use the bed and banks of South Walnut Creek and Walnut Creek to
convey groundwater downstream for subsequent diversion and use for industrial
purposes. The application and fees were received on May 18, 2006, and additional
information received on July 26, 2006 and December 8, 2006. The application
was declared administratively complete and accepted for filing with the Office
of the Chief Clerk on October 3, 2006. Written public comments and requests
for a public meeting should be submitted to the Office of Chief Clerk, at
the address provided in the INFORMATION SECTION below, within 30 days of the
date of newspaper publication of the notice.
APPLICATION NO. 12-4102A; Standard Investment Company, Applicant, 4131
Emerson, Dallas, Texas 75205, has applied for an amendment to Certificate
of Adjudication No. 12-4102 to increase the maximum diversion rate and add
industrial purpose of use for drilling operations. The application was received
on November 15, 2006. Additional information for the application was received
on January 31, 2007 and March 8, 2007. The application was accepted for filing
and declared administratively complete on March 6, 2007. Written public comments
and requests for a public meeting should be submitted to the Office of Chief
Clerk, at the address provided in the INFORMATION SECTION below, within 30
days of the date of newspaper publication of the notice.
APPLICATION NO. 08-2388A; TXU Generation Company, L.P., Applicant, 1601
Bryan Street, Dallas, Texas 75201-3411, has applied for an amendment to Certificate
of Adjudication No. 08-2388 to add a new downstream diversion point on the
Trinity River, Trinity River Basin, in Freestone County. The application was
received on October 16, 2006. Additional information and fees were received
on December 18, 2006, January 22, 2007 and February 22, 2007. The application
was declared administratively complete and accepted for filing on March 1,
2007. Written public comments and requests for a public meeting should be
submitted to the Office of Chief Clerk, at the address provided in the INFORMATION
SECTION below, by May 7, 2007.
INFORMATION SECTION
To view the complete issued notice, view the notice on our web site at
www.tceq.state.tx.us/comm_exec/cc/pub_notice.html or call the Office of the
Chief Clerk at (512) 239-3300 to obtain a copy of the complete notice. When
searching the web site, type in the issued date range shown at the top of
this document to obtain search results.
A public meeting is intended for the taking of public comment, and is not
a contested case hearing.
The Executive Director can consider approval of an application unless a
written request for a contested case hearing is filed. To request a contested
case hearing, you must submit the following: (1) your name (or for a group
or association, an official representative), mailing address, daytime phone
number, and fax number, if any; (2) applicant's name and permit number; (3)
the statement "I/we request a contested case hearing;" and (4) a brief and
specific description of how you would be affected by the application in a
way not common to the general public. You may also submit any proposed conditions
to the requested application which would satisfy your concerns. Requests for
a contested case hearing must be submitted in writing to the Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Office of the Chief Clerk at the address provided
below.
If a hearing request is filed, the Executive Director will not issue the
requested permit and may forward the application and hearing request to the
TCEQ Commissioners for their consideration at a scheduled Commission meeting.
Written hearing requests, public comments or requests for a public meeting
should be submitted to the TCEQ, Office of the Chief Clerk, MC-105, P.O. Box
13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087. For information concerning the hearing process,
please contact the Public Interest Counsel, MC 103, at the same address. For
additional information, individual members of the general public may contact
the Office of Public Assistance at 1-800-687-4040. General information regarding
the TCEQ can be found at our web site at www.tceq.state.tx.us. Si desea información
en Español, puede llamar al 1-800-687-4040.
TRD-200701464
LaDonna Castañuela
Chief Clerk
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: April 18, 2007
Notice is hereby given that the Department of State Health Services (department)
issued Agreed Orders to the following registrants:
-Burkhart Dental Supply (Registration #R14318) of Coppell. A total penalty
of $1,000 shall be paid by registrant for violations of Title 25, Texas Administrative
Code, Chapter 289. The registrant shall also comply with additional settlement
agreement requirements.
-Knapp Medical Center (Registration #M00268) of Weslaco. Probation for
one year from the date of the signed order shall be served by the registrant
for violations of Title 25, Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 289. The registrant
shall also comply with additional settlement agreement requirements.
A copy of all relevant material is available, by appointment, for public
inspection at the Department of State Health Services, Exchange Building,
8407 Wall Street, Austin, Texas, telephone (512) 834-6688, press "1" then
press "0", Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (except holidays).
TRD-200701381
Cathy Campbell
General Counsel
Department of State Health Services
Filed: April 12, 2007
Public Notice - Community Based Alternatives (CBA) Waiver
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is soliciting public
comment on the submission of the State's application for a renewal of the
Community Based Alternatives (CBA) waiver, which is a Medicaid Home and Community-Based
Service waiver under the authority of §1915(c) of the Social Security
Act. The current waiver is scheduled to expire August 31, 2007.
The CBA waiver program allows elderly persons (age 65 and older) and persons
over the age of 21 with a disability, who are eligible for nursing facility
level of care, to receive services in the community rather than in an institutional
facility. The CBA waiver program provides personal care, nursing services,
adaptive aids, medical supplies, minor home modifications, and other supports
to allow individuals to remain in the community.
CBA waiver services are available in all counties in the State with the
exception of counties covered by the STAR+PLUS program (Bexar, Harris, Nueces
and Travis service areas). HHSC currently has a waiver pending approval, which
would impact CBA services in the Dallas and Tarrant service areas.
The proposed renewal of the waiver is expected to result in cost savings
for the State. The specific, estimated cost savings amount will not be known
until funding is determined by the 80th Legislature, Regular Session, 2007.
The current waiver resulted in a cost savings of approximately ($2,073.49)
per participant for the period of September 1, 2004, through August 31, 2005,
and approximately ($6,479.48) per participant for the period of September
1, 2005, through August 31, 2006. These figures demonstrate that the current
waiver meets the requirements set by §1915(c)(2)(D) of the Social Security
Act.
HHSC is requesting that the waiver renewal be approved for a five-year
period beginning September 1, 2007. This waiver renewal maintains cost neutrality
for each year in the five-year renewal period covering 2007 through 2012.
The public comment period will end 30 days following the date this notice
is published in the Texas Register. To obtain
copies of the proposed waiver renewal, interested parties may contact Carmen
Capetillo by mail at Health and Human Services Commission, P.O. Box 85200,
H-620, Austin, Texas 78708-5200; by telephone at (512) 491-1128; by facsimile
at (512) 491-1953; or by e-mail at carmen.capetillo@hhsc.state.tx.us. Comments
on the proposed waiver renewal may be submitted by mail to Ms. Capetillo at
the above address.
TRD-200701472
Steve Aragón
Chief Counsel
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Filed: April 18, 2007
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is soliciting public
comment on the submission of the State's application for a renewal of the
Medically Dependent Children Program (MDCP) waiver, which is a Medicaid Home
and Community-Based Service waiver under the authority of §1915(c) of
the Social Security Act. The current waiver is scheduled to expire August
31, 2007.
The MDCP waiver program provides a variety of services to medically fragile
children under 21 years of age who are living in the community and would otherwise
require care in a nursing facility. Services include respite care, adaptive
aids, minor home modifications, and a selection of other disability-related
services that help these children remain in the community.
The proposed renewal of the waiver is expected to result in cost savings
for the State. The specific, estimated cost savings amount will not be known
until funding is determined by the 80th Legislature, Regular Session, 2007.
The current waiver resulted in a cost savings of approximately ($34,948.49)
per participant for the period of September 1, 2004, through August 31, 2005,
and approximately ($85,056.56) per participant for the period of September
1, 2005, through August 31, 2006. These figures demonstrate that the current
waiver meets the requirements set by §1915(c)(2)(D) of the Social Security
Act.
HHSC is requesting that the waiver renewal be approved for a five-year
period beginning September 1, 2007. This waiver renewal maintains cost neutrality
for each year in the five-year renewal period covering 2007 through 2012.
The public comment period will end 30 days following the date this notice
is published in the Texas Register. To obtain
copies of the proposed waiver renewal, interested parties may contact Carmen
Capetillo by mail at Health and Human Services Commission, P.O. Box 85200,
H-620, Austin, Texas 78708-5200; by telephone at (512) 491-1128; by facsimile
at (512) 491-1953; or by e-mail at carmen.capetillo@hhsc.state.tx.us. Comments
on the proposed waiver renewal may be submitted by mail to Ms. Capetillo at
the above address.
TRD-200701471
Steve Aragón
Chief Counsel
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Filed: April 18, 2007
The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has received approval from
the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to renew the Texas Disease
Management Program 1915(b) waiver (number TX-17) to the Texas State Plan for
Medical Assistance under Title XIX of the Social Security Act. The waiver
renewal period is from July 1, 2007, through June 30, 2009.
The waiver renewal provides for the continuation of the disease management
program, which HHSC developed pursuant to the requirements of H.B. 727, 78th
Legislature, Regular Session, 2003. The disease management program works in
conjunction with current Medicaid services provided to Primary Care Case Management
and fee-for-service clients. It is not a duplicative service. The program
is designed to be an educational and care management service for individuals
who receive services through the Texas Medicaid Program and who have one or
more of the following conditions: Congestive Heart Failure, Asthma, Diabetes,
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Coronary Artery Disease. This waiver
maintains cost neutrality of service costs.
For additional information, please contact Betsy Johnson, Policy Analyst
in the Medicaid and CHIP Division, by telephone at (512) 491-1199 or by e-mail
at betsy.johnson@hhsc.state.tx.us.
TRD-200701467
Steve Aragón
Chief Counsel
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Filed: April 18, 2007
Request for Proposals for the Texas Fund for Geography Education
This packet contains instructions and forms for submitting a proposal to
the Texas Fund for Geography Grant Program. To be eligible for an award, an
institution must submit an applications to the Texas Fund for Geography Education
Advisory Committee as specified in these instructions. Proposals must be submitted
in writing and electronically.
Electronic copies of these instructions and forms may be found on the Texas
Higher Education Coordinating Board's (Coordinating Board) website at http://www.thecb.state.tx.us/AAR/GradAndProfEd/.
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, §§61.9681 - 61.9685; Texas Administrative
Code, Title 19, Part 1, Chapter 13, Subchapter J, Rules §§13.180
- 13.187. See appendices.
Eligible Institutions: Only institutions of higher education as defined
in Texas Education Code, §61.003(8) and private or independent institutions
of higher education as defined in Texas Education Code, §61.003(15) are
eligible to compete for grants.
Eligible Projects: New initiatives designed to improve the quality of geography
education in the Texas K-12 environment. Collaborative efforts between public
or private/independent institutions of higher education in Texas and a K-12
partner. A K-12 partner is, but is not limited to, a school district(s), an
individual school or teacher, a regional education service center(s), or one
or more public or 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: $70,000 for the 2007-2008 academic year.
Grant Award: Minimum: None. Maximum: $15,000.
Grant Period: One-year grants from on or about October 1, 2007 to August
31, 2008.
Grant Disbursement: In a single payment, as soon as possible after the
awards are made. Unencumbered funds may not carry over beyond the grant period
unless specifically authorized by the Coordinating Board's Program Director
for Educator Preparation, Instruction and Academic Affairs, Division of Academic
Affairs and Research.
Carryover Funds: Unencumbered funds may not carry over beyond the grant
period unless specifically authorized by the Coordinating Board's Program
Director for Educator Preparation, Instruction and Academic Affairs, Division
of Academic Affairs and Research.
Application Deadline: Applications must be postmarked (or otherwise dated
for overnight delivery) by July 13, 2007, or hand-delivered to the Coordinating
Board's office by 5:00 p.m., July 13, 2007. Applications must also be received
electronically by 5:00 p.m., July 13, 2007. E-mail applications to: susan.hetzler@thecb.state.tx.us.
More Information: Contact Dr. Susan Hetzler, Program Director for Educator
Preparation, Instruction and Academic Affairs, Division of Academic Affairs
and Research, at (512) 427-6220, or by e-mail at: susan.hetzler@thecb.state.tx.us.
Program Schedule:
July 13, 2007: Proposals are due.
July 20, 2007: Proposals are reviewed by the Geography Education Advisory Committee.
August 3, 2007: Geography Education Advisory Committee meets to consider
proposals and funding recommendations to the National Geographic Society.
September 21, 2007: Proposals are awarded by the National Geographic Society.
On or about October 1, 2007: Award letters are sent.
On or about October 1, 2007: Grantee(s) sign award contracts.
February 15, 2008: Interim reports due to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating
Board.
August 31, 2008: Final reports due to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating
Board.
TRD-200701442
Bill Franz
General Counsel
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
Filed: April 17, 2007
CDBG Disaster Recovery Program Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA)
(1) Summary
The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs ("the Department")
announces the availability of $82,867,166 in federal funding from the Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Disaster Recovery Fund to be used for repair,
rehabilitation, and reconstruction (including demolition, site clearance,
and remediation, as described more fully in 24 CFR 570) of existing affordable
rental housing physically damaged by Hurricane Rita. The affected housing
must be in one of the 22 counties directly affected by Hurricane Rita and
designated in the State CDBG Action Plan. The 22 counties are Angelina, Brazoria,
Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Hardin, Harris, Jasper, Jefferson, Liberty,
Montgomery, Nacogdoches, Newton, Orange, Polk, Sabine, San Augustine, San
Jacinto, Shelby, Trinity, Tyler, and Walker. This includes, but is not limited
to, public and other HUD-assisted housing damaged by Hurricane Rita. All assisted
developments must designate at least 51% of all assisted units to serve low-moderate
income individuals and families earning 80% or less of the Area Median Family
Income (AMFI) as defined by HUD with priority given to those applications
which benefit extremely low income tenants. Priority will also be given to
areas which experienced the greatest degradation of their existing affordable
housing stock. The availability and use of these funds is subject to 24 CFR
570 and Chapter 2306 of the Texas Government Code as applicable.
(2) Allocation of CDBG Funds
(a) These funds are made available through a supplemental allocation of
CDBG funds to the State of Texas and will be administered by the Department.
At least 51% of the units assisted with the funds released under this NOFA
are to be used for affordable rental housing for low-moderate income Texans
earning 80 percent or less of the Area Median Family Income (AMFI) as defined
by HUD.
(b) The Department awards rental funds, as a loan or grant, to eligible
recipients for the provision of housing for low-moderate, very low and extremely
low income individuals and families. The maximum award may not exceed 90%
of the total development costs. The per-unit subsidy may not exceed the per-unit
dollar limits established by United States Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) under §221(d)(3) of the National Housing Act which
are applicable to the area in which the development is located, and as published
by HUD.
(c) When CDBG funds, as described more fully in 24 CFR 570, are used for
a rehabilitation development, the entire unit must be brought up to the applicable
property standards, such as local codes. In the event no codes exist, the
Department will require that all units meet Uniform Physical Condition Standards
(UPCS); TMCS; and, if reconstruction or rehabilitation, the International
Building Code (IBC).
(d) Funds will be awarded in accordance with the rules and procedures as
set forth by the Department. The Department may, at its discretion and based
upon review of the financial feasibility of the development, determine to
award CDBG funds as either a loan or as a grant. Loans cannot exceed amortization
of more than 40 years.
(3) Eligible and Ineligible Activities
(a) Eligible activities will include those permissible under the Housing
and Community Development Act (HCDA), §105(a) and the federal CDBG Rules
at 24 CFR 570, which involve the rehabilitation and reconstruction (including
demolition, site clearance, and remediation) of existing affordable rental
housing physically damaged by Hurricane Rita of affordable rental developments.
(b) Funds will be available for developments of sixteen (16) or more units
through October 24,2007, which is 180 days from the date the NOFA is published
in the Texas Register. A Scattered site property
is an eligible activity as long as all sites that include the development
site have a total of 16 units or more, is for one loan amount, has one ownership
structure, and one management operation. For the first 90 days of this period,
applicants will apply on a competitive basis with applications required to
be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on July 26, 2007, which is 90 days from
the date the NOFA is published in the Texas Register
. For the remaining 90 days, through October 24, 2007 and if funds
are available, applicants may apply on a first-come first-serve basis. All
applicants must meet the Department's threshold criteria and must meet financial
feasibility criteria. After October 24, 2007, any funds not requested and
awarded may be made available under a subsequent NOFA which would include
properties with less than 16 units.
(c) Prohibited activities include those under federal CDBG rules at 24
CFR 570, OMB Circular A-87, and other applicable state and federal requirements.
(d) Existing affordable housing is defined as the development offering
units that were either subsidized or while unrestricted, 51% of the units
served tenants qualified as a low-moderate income person earning 80 percent
or less of the AMFI as defined by HUD prior to September 24, 2005.
(e) The applicant must establish that the property was physically damaged
by Hurricane Rita and an insurance claim related to Hurricane Rita must have
been filed and subsequently reviewed by the insurance provider.
(f) Applicants are encouraged to familiarize themselves and/or consult
appropriate specialists (i.e., attorneys, accountants, etc.) with regard to
any local, state, or federal regulations which may apply if these funds are
awarded to an application that has existing, or will be funded with, any local,
state, or federal programs.
(4) Eligible and Ineligible Applicants
(a) The Department provides CDBG funding from the federal government to
qualified nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, sole proprietors,
public housing authorities, and units of local government.
(b) Applicant properties must be located within the 22 county area directly
affected by Hurricane Rita.
(c) Applicants may be ineligible for funding if they meet any of the criteria
detailing ineligibility with any requirements under 10 TAC §§49.5(a)(1)
- (4) and (9); (b)(4) - (7), (9), and (10); and (c)(1) - (6). Applicants
are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the Department's certification
and debarment policies prior to application submission.
(d) Applicants must prove ownership of the development site on or before
the date of impact by Hurricane Rita, September 24, 2005. For the purposes
of this section, the proposed development may have been owned by any person
in the ownership structure for the proposed application; and the ownership
must have been continuous.
(5) Affordability Requirements
(a) Each development will require a minimum affordability period pursuant
to §570.489 of the CDBG Rules, that begins from the date the CDBG funds
are first spent for the property until 5 years after closeout of the loan
or grant. Throughout this period, the applicant agrees to maintain the development
for the intended purpose as outlined in the Land Use Restriction Agreement
("LURA"). Compliance will be monitored by the Department consistent with 10
TAC §60, Subchapter A, Compliance Monitoring.
(b) At a minimum, 51% of the assisted units must benefit low-moderate income
persons earning 80 percent or less of the AMFI as defined by HUD and detailed
in the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (HCDA), Title I, §105(a).
(c) Properties will be restricted under a "LURA", or other such instrument
as determined by the Department for these terms. Among other restrictions,
the LURA may require the owner of the property to continue to accept subsidies
which may be offered by the federal government, prohibit the owner from exercising
an option to prepay a federally insured loan, impose tenant income-based occupancy
and rental restrictions, or impose any of these and other restrictions as
deemed necessary at the sole discretion of the Department in order to preserve
the property as affordable housing on a case-by-case basis.
(d) The maximum monthly gross rent charged (which includes the tenant paid
portion of the rent, the utility allowance, and any rental assistance payment)
by the development owner for units benefiting low-moderate income persons
earning 80 percent or less of the AMFI, as defined by HUD, shall not exceed
the limits determined by the Department and published on an annual basis.
Such rent shall not be greater than the lesser of the fair market rent, or
thirty percent (30%) of the income of a family whose income equals sixty-five
percent (65%) of AMFI as defined by HUD with adjustments for family size.
This is the same as the "High HOME Rent" maximum rent limitation.
(6) Site and Development Restrictions:
(a) Pursuant to 24 CFR 570, housing that is constructed or rehabilitated
with CDBG funds must meet all applicable local codes, rehabilitation standards,
ordinances, and zoning ordinances at the time of project completion. In the
absence of a local code for new construction or rehabilitation, reconstruction
or rehabilitation must meet the International Building Code (IBC).
Reconstructed housing must meet the current edition of the Model Energy
Code. Energy conservation and efficiency upgrades will be encouraged through
scoring.
(b) All CDBG-assisted housing must meet all applicable state and local
housing quality standards and code requirements; and if there are no such
standards or code requirements, the housing must meet the housing quality
standards in 24 CFR 982.401. When CDBG funds are used for a rehabilitation
of a development, the entire unit must be brought up to the applicable property
condition standards.
(c) Housing must meet the accessibility requirements at 24 CFR Part 8,
which implements §504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 794)
and covered multifamily dwellings, as defined at 24 CFR 100.201 and must also
meet the design and construction requirements at 24 CFR 100.205, which implement
the Fair Housing Act (42 U.S.C. 3601 - 3619). A certification will be required
after the Development is completed from an inspector, architect, or accessibility
specialist. Any Developments designed as single family structures must also
satisfy the requirements of §2306.514, Texas Government Code.
(d) All developments are subject to Department restrictions on sites located
in a flood plain in accordance with 10 TAC §1.35. Units that are being
demolished and rebuilt shall be elevated in accordance with FEMA advisory
flood elevations.
(8) Threshold Criteria
The following Threshold Criteria listed in this subsection are mandatory
requirements at the time of Application submission unless specifically indicated
otherwise:
(a) At a minimum, 51% of the assisted units must be made affordable to
low-moderate income persons.
(b) Developments must have existed in the affordable housing stock of the
22-county area prior to September 24, 2005 and continue to be affordable after
construction. Applicants must certify that at least 51% of the units had rental
subsidies or served tenants qualified as a low-moderate income person earning
80 percent or less of the Area Median Family Income (AMFI) as defined by HUD
prior to September 24, 2005.
(c) The development will be evaluated for financial feasibility using the
Department's "Underwriting, Market Analysis, Appraisal, Environmental Site
Assessment, Property Condition Assessment, And Reserve For Replacement Rules
And Guidelines", located at 10 TAC §1.35. However, a Market Analysis
will not be required. A Property Condition Assessment is only required for
properties doing rehabilitation but is not required for demolition/reconstruction.
(d) Developments to be assisted with CDBG Disaster Recovery Funds must
prove ownership on or before the date of impact by Hurricane Rita, September
24, 2005 by the current owner (with continual ownership) and must prove that
the subject development incurred damage in that same storm. The applicant
must establish that this property was physically damaged by Hurricane Rita
through the provision of evidence that an insurance claim related to Hurricane
Rita was filed and subsequently reviewed by the insurance provider. In addition,
at least the same number of affordable units must be made available after
construction as those units available before September 24, 2005 unless funded
by HOPE VI with approved deconcentration plan from HUD. Owners must prove
that they are not duplicating previous (or pending) assistance, either public
or private. However, leveraging of additional funds with CDBG funds is encouraged.
(e) Recipients must establish an escrow account, consistent with §570.511
of the CDBG Rule.
(f) All applications will be required to meet Section 8 Housing Quality
Standards detailed under 24 CFR 982.401, Texas Minimum Construction Standards
(TMCS), as well as the Fair Housing Accessibility Standards and §504
of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Developments must also meet all local building
codes or standards that may apply. If the development is located within a
jurisdiction that does not have building codes, developments must meet the
most current International Building Code (IBC).
(g) All contractors, consulting firms, and Administrators must sign an
affidavit to attest that each request for payment of CDBG funds is for the
actual cost of providing a service and that the service does not violate any
conflict of interest provisions.
(h) All of 2007 Qualified Allocation Plan and Rules at 10 TAC §49.9(h),
excluding:
(3) regarding set-asides;
(4)(E), (4)(F), (4)(G), (4)(K), and (4)(M) regarding certifications;
(6)(C) and (D) which relate to tax credit syndication;
(8) regarding notifications;
(11)(B) regarding non-profit set-aside for tax credits;
(14)(A) and (B) regarding environmental site assessment and market study;
(14) (D) regarding appraisal;
As noted, (14)(C) for the Property Condition Assessment applies only in
cases of rehabilitation, but not demolition/reconstruction.
(9) Selection Process
(a) Scoring Criteria. Applicants may receive up to 115 points based on
the scoring criteria listed below, and must obtain a minimum score of 60 points
to be considered for award. Evidence of these items must be submitted in accordance
with the 2007 Final Application Submission Procedures Manual (ASPM), effective
as of the date of issuance of this NOFA. The scoring criteria are:
(i) Extremely Low-Income Targeting: To encourage the inclusion of families
and individuals with the highest need for affordable housing, applicants will
receive 20 points for proposed developments that provide at least 5% of units
to families or individuals earning 30% or less of the area medium income for
the development site. The maximum monthly rent (which includes the tenant
paid portion of the rent, the utility allowance, and any rental assistance
payment) charged by the development owner for units benefiting low-moderate
income persons earning 30 percent or less of the AMFI as defined by HUD shall
not exceed the limits determined by the Department and published on an annual
basis. Such rent shall not be greater than thirty percent (30%) of the income
of a family whose income equals thirty percent (30%) of AMFI as defined by
HUD with adjustments for family size. Maximum for this item: 20 points.
(ii) Exceeding the LMI requirement: All assisted developments must designate
at least 51% of all assisted units to serve low-moderate income families earning
80% of less of AMFI as defined by HUD for the applicable affordability period.
Developments that exceed this minimum figure for the affordability period
will receive the following points:
For developments that designate at least 61% but less than 71% of the units
to serve low-moderate income families: 5 points.
For developments that designate at least 71% but less than 81% of the units
to serve low-moderate income families: 10 points.
For developments that designate at least 81% but less than 91% of the units
to serve low-moderate income families: 15 points.
For developments that designate at least 91% of the units to serve low-moderate
income families: 20 points.
Maximum for this item: 20 points.
(iii) Cost-Effectiveness of a Proposed Development - For units designated
for elderly individuals if cost per square foot do not exceed $87.00, the
applicant will receive 10 points. For units designated for families if the
costs per square foot does not exceed $77.00 per square foot, the applicant
will receive 10 points.
Maximum for this item: 10 points.
(iv) Increasing the Affordable Housing Stock - In order to target units
that will have the most impact on increasing the affordable housing, stock
points will be awarded based on the habitability of the development.
(a) Developments that will make at least three (3) uninhabitable affordable
units habitable will receive: 5 points.
(b) Developments that will make at least six (6) uninhabitable affordable
units habitable will receive: 10 points.
In addition to the units scored above:
(c) Developments that will make at least five (5) substandard affordable
units meet habitability standards will receive: 5 points.
(d) Developments that will make at least sixteen (16) substandard affordable
units meet habitability standards will receive: 10 points.
Maximum for this item: 20 points.
(v) Serving Persons with Disabilities - Developments that increase the
number of accessible units beyond the minimum required by §504, the Fair
Housing Accessibility Guidelines or other mandated minimums. To earn points,
units must meet the full mobility requirements of §504 to receive points.
Developments that increase the required accessible units by an additional
5% (rounded to the next whole unit) will receive: 5 points.
Developments that increase the required accessible units by an additional
10% (rounded to the next whole unit) will receive: 10 points.
Maximum for this item: 10 points.
(vi) Units that meet or exceed low maintenance and energy efficiency, any
combination of the following items may be used; however, a maximum of 10 points
will be awarded-
(a) Install water-conserving fixtures with the following specifications
for toilets and shower heads and follow requirements for other fixtures wherever
and whenever they are replaced: toilets - 1.6 gallons per flush; showerheads
- 2.0 gallons per minute; kitchen faucets - 2.0 GPM; bathroom faucets - 2.0
GPM. (in all units): 2 points.
(b) Install Energy Star labeled refrigerators in all units: 2 points.
(c) Install Energy Star-labeled lighting fixtures in all interior units
and use. Energy Star or high-efficiency commercial grade fixtures in all common
areas: 2 points.
(d) Use tankless hot water heaters or install conventional hot water heaters
in rooms with drains or catch pans piped to the exterior of the dwelling and
with non-water sensitive floor coverings (for all units): 2 points.
(e) Install Energy Star-labeled power vented fans or range hoods that exhaust
to the exterior (in all units): 2 points.
(f) Install Energy Star-labeled bathroom fans in all units that exhaust
to the outdoors which has a humidistat sensor or timer, or operates continuously
in all units: 2 points.
(g) Install correctly sized HVAC units (according to Manual J) of at least
14 SEER or better in all units: 3 points.
(h) Perform an energy analysis of existing building condition, estimate
costs of improvements, make those with a 10-year or shorter payback: 4 points.
Maximum for this item: 10 points.
(vii) Units that help people avoid or transition from homelessness. Developments
that dedicate at least 51% of their units towards serving persons who have
previously been homeless or at risk of being homeless will receive 10 points.
Maximum for this item: 10 points.
(viii) Greatest Financial Need - Developments will receive points for the
percentage of remaining need represented in their sources and uses documentation.
This will be calculated as a percentage of total benefits received from private
insurers and public benefits compared to the CDBG funds required for necessary
repairs and reconstruction. Applicants will be required to document how these
benefits were expended on the subject property or make the funds available
for the CDBG funded project. This calculation will be CDBG funds requested
divided by total funds needed including funds previously used.
(a) Applicants that require at least 10% but less than 25% of their total
budget from CDBG funds will receive 5 points.
(b) Applicants that require at least 25% but less than 50% of their total
budget from CDBG funds will receive 10 points.
c) Applicants that require at least (75% of their total budget from CDBG
funds will receive 15 points.
Maximum for this item: 15 points.
(ix) Leveraging of Public and Private Financing - Developments will receive
points for the involvement of non-CDBG financing in the housing under one
of the following subparagraphs.
(a) Applicants that receive a total contribution of funding from other
local, state, federal, or private contributions equal to or greater than 1%
of the Total Housing Development Cost of the Development (as reflected in
the Cost Schedule): 5 points; or
(b) Applicants that receive a total contribution of funding from other
local, state, federal, or private contributions equal to or greater than 3%
of the Total Housing Development Cost of the Development (as reflected in
the Cost Schedule): 10 points; or
(c) Applicants that receive a total contribution of funding from other
local, state, federal, or private contributions equal to or greater than 5%
of the Total Housing Development Cost of the Development (as reflected in
the Cost Schedule): 15 points.
Maximum for this item: 15 points.
(10) Tie Breakers
(a) The Department will utilize the factors in this paragraph, in the order
they are presented, to determine which Development will receive a preference
in consideration for an award. The Department may also recommend a partial
funding recommendation.
(i) Greatest increase to the affordable housing stock-developments that
put the most unoccupied units into service or upgrade the most substandard
units will be funded.
(ii) Priority will be given to areas which experienced the greatest degradation
of their existing affordable housing stock.
(iii) Long-term Feasibility. The second tie breaker criteria will be average
debt coverage ratio calculated on the Applicant's originally submitted pro-forma.
The Applicant with the highest average debt coverage ratio over the period
of time represented in the pro-forma will win the tie breaker.
(11) Submission and Review Process
(a) All Applications submitted under this NOFA must be received on or before
5:00 p.m. on July 24, 2007. The Department will accept applications from 8:00
a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each business day, excluding federal and state holidays
from the date this NOFA is published on the Department's web site until the
deadline. The Department will publish a list of all Applications received
on or before August 7, 2007. Applications will be reviewed for Applicant and
Activity Eligibility, Threshold Criteria, Scoring, and Financial Feasibility,
in accordance with this NOFA.
(b) All applications must be submitted, and provide all documentation,
as described in this NOFA and associated application materials.
(c) If an Application contains deficiencies which, in the determination
of the Department staff, require clarification or correction of information
submitted at the time of Application, the Department staff may request clarification
or correction of such Administrative Deficiencies including threshold and/or
scoring documentation.
(d) A site visit will be conducted as part of the CDBG Program development
feasibility review. The assessment will be used to confirm the representations
made in the application. Applicants must receive recommendation for approval
from the Department to be considered for CDBG funding by the Board.
(e) The Department may decline to consider any Application if the proposed
activities do not, in the Department's sole determination, represent a prudent
use of the Department's funds. The Department is not obligated to proceed
with any action pertaining to any Applications which are received, and may
decide it is in the Department's best interest to refrain from pursuing any
selection process. The Department strives, through its loan terms, to securitize
its funding while ensuring the financial feasibility of a Development. The
Department reserves the right to negotiate individual elements of any Application.
(f) A minimum award amount may be established to ensure feasibility. Subsequently,
recommendations for funding will be made available on the Department's website
at least seven calendar days prior to the Board meeting at which the awards
may be awarded.
(g) The Department will evaluate the net operating income of the Development
and the existing debt service capacity to determine if the award will be made
in the form of a loan or grant or a combination thereof. The Department's
underwriting guidelines in 10 TAC §1.32 will be used which set as a minimum
feasibility a 1.15 debt coverage ratio. Where the anticipated debt coverage
ratio in the year after completion exceeds 1.35, a loan or partial loan will
be recommended.
(h) The Department will provide a written agreement after an award is made
which will detail grant or loan terms and include benchmarks for closing,
project development, and expenditure of funds awarded. At a minimum, the funds
will expire 36 months from the effective date of the agreement.
(i) In accordance with §2306.082, Texas Government Code, the Department
has established an ADR Policy at 10 TAC §1.17. In addition, the Department
rules to appeal Department decisions are at 10 TAC §1.7 and §1.8.
(12) Application Submission
(a) Application materials must be organized and submitted in the manner
detailed in the 2007 application materials for rental developments. Applicants
must submit one complete printed copy of all application materials. All scanned
copies must be scanned in accordance with the guidance provided in the 2007
application materials.
(b) All Application materials including manuals, NOFA, program guidelines,
and all applicable CDBG rules, will be available on the Department's website
at www.tdhca.state.tx.us. Applications will be required to adhere to the CDBG
Rule and threshold requirements in effect at the time of the Application submission.
Applications must be on forms provided by the Department and cannot be altered
or modified and must be in final form before submitting them to the Department.
(c) Applicants are required to remit a non-refundable Application fee payable
to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs in the amount of
$250 per Application. Payment must be in the form of a check, cashier's check,
or money order. Do not send cash. Section 2306.147(b) of the Texas Government
Code requires the Department to waive Application fees for nonprofit organizations
that offer expanded services such as child care, nutrition programs, job training
assistance, health services, or human services. These organizations must include
proof of their exempt status and a description of their supportive services
in lieu of the Application fee. The Application fee is not an allowable or
reimbursable cost under the CDBG Program.
(d) Applications must be sent via overnight delivery to:
Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs
Disaster Recovery Division
221 East 11th Street
Austin, TX 78701
or via the U.S. Postal Service to:
Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs
Disaster Recovery Division
Post Office Box 13941
Austin, TX 78711-3941
Please contact Jen Joyce at (512) 475-3995 or jennifer.joyce@tdhca.state.tx.us
for any questions regarding this NOFA.
NOTE: This NOFA does not include the text of the various applicable regulatory
provisions that may be important to the particular CDBG Program. For proper
completion of the application, the Department strongly encourages potential
applicants to review all applicable State and Federal regulations.
TRD-200701432
Michael Gerber
Executive Director
Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs
Filed: April 17, 2007
Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Residences on
Old Denton) Series 2007
Notice is hereby given of a public hearing to be held by the Texas Department
of Housing and Community Affairs (the "Issuer") at Fossil Ridge High School,
Main Gymnasium, 4101 Thompson Road, Keller, Tarrant County, Texas 76248, at
6:00 p.m. on May 15, 2007, 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 Old Denton Housing Partners, Ltd.,
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:
224-unit multifamily residential rental development to be located at approximately
the southeast corner of Old Denton Road and Thompson Road at approximately
the 8100 block of North Old Denton Road, Tarrant County, Texas. Upon the issuance
of the Bonds, the Development will 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 Teresa
Morales at the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, P.O. Box
13941, Austin, TX 78711-3941; (512) 475-3344; and/or teresa.morales@tdhca.state.tx.us.
Persons who intend to appear at the hearing and express their views are
invited to contact Teresa Morales in writing in advance of the hearing. Any
interested persons unable to attend the hearing may submit their views in
writing to Teresa Morales prior to the date scheduled for the hearing. Individuals
who require a language interpreter for the hearing should contact Teresa Morales
at least three days prior to the hearing date. Personas que hablan español
y requieren un intérprete, favor de llamar a Jorge Reyes al siguiente
número (512) 475-4577 por lo menos tres días antes de la junta
para hacer los preparativos apropiados.
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-200701459
Michael G. Gerber
Executive Director
Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs
Filed: April 18, 2007
Application for incorporation to the State of Texas by PURITAN LIFE INSURANCE
COMPANY, a domestic life, accident, and/or health company. The home office
is in Addison, Texas.
Application for admission to the State of Texas by FARMERS NATIONAL TITLE
INSURANCE COMPANY, a foreign title company. The home office is in Columbia,
Missouri.
Application for admission to the State of Texas by THE SAVINGS BANK LIFE
INSURANCE COMPANY OF MASSACHUSETTS, a foreign life, accident, and/or health
company. The home office is in Woburn, Massachusetts.
Any objections must be filed with the Texas Department of Insurance, within
twenty (20) calendar days from the date of the Texas Register
publication, addressed to the attention of Godwin Ohaechesi,
333 Guadalupe Street, M/C 305-2C, Austin, Texas 78701.
TRD-200701462
Gene C. Jarmon
Chief Clerk and General Counsel
Texas Department of Insurance
Filed: April 18, 2007
Notice is given to the public of the application of the listed small employer
health benefit plan issuer to be a risk-assuming health benefit plan issuer
under Insurance Code §1501.312. A small employer health benefit plan
issuer is defined by Insurance Code §1501.002(16) as a health benefit
plan issuer offering, delivering, issuing for delivery, or renewing health
benefit plans subject to the Insurance Code, Chapter 1501, Subchapters C-H.
A risk-assuming health benefit plan issuer is defined by Insurance Code §1501.301(4)
as a small employer health benefit plan issuer that does not participate in
the Texas Health Reinsurance System. The following small employer health benefit
plan issuer has applied to be a risk-assuming health benefit plan issuer:
Genworth Life and Health Insurance Company.
The application is subject to public inspection at the offices of the Texas
Department of Insurance, Legal Division - Nick Hoelscher, 333 Guadalupe, Tower
I, Room 920, Austin, Texas.
If you wish to comment on the application of American Alternative Insurance
Corporation to be a risk-assuming health benefit plan issuer, you must submit
your written comments within 60 days after publication of this notice in the
Texas Register to Gene C. Jarmon, General Counsel and
Chief Clerk, Mail Code 113-2A, Texas Department of Insurance, P.O. Box 149104,
Austin, Texas 78714-91204. Upon consideration of the application and comments,
and a determination that all requirements of law have been met, the Commissioner
or his designee may take final action on the applicant's election to be a risk-assuming health benefit plan issuer.
TRD-200701469
Gene C. Jarmon
Chief Clerk and General Counsel
Texas Department of Insurance
Filed: April 18, 2007
The following third party administrator (TPA) applications have been filed
with the Texas Department of Insurance and are under consideration.
Application of SCHALLER ANDERSON OF TEXAS, L.P., a domestic third party
administrator. The home office is HARLINGEN, TEXAS.
Application of SCHALLER ANDERSON OF ARIZONA, L.L.C., a foreign third party
administrator. The home office is PHOENIX, ARIZONA.
Application to change the name of GROUP EXECUTIVE INSURANCE MARKETING,
INC. to GROUP EXECUTIVE INSURANCE MARKETING, INC. (using the assumed name
of GEM ADMINISTRATORS), a foreign third party administrator. The home office
is PHOENIX, ARIZONA.
Any objections must be filed within 20 days after this notice is published
in the Texas Register, addressed to the attention
of Matt Ray, MC 107-1A, 333 Guadalupe, Austin, Texas 78701.
TRD-200701461
Gene C. Jarmon
Chief Clerk and General Counsel
Texas Department of Insurance
Filed: April 18, 2007
Instant Game Number 814 "Roll the Dice"
1.0 Name and Style of Game.
A. The name of Instant Game No. 814 is "ROLL THE DICE". The play style
is "add up with auto win".
1.1 Price of Instant Ticket.
A. Tickets for Instant Game No. 814 shall be $1.00 per ticket.
1.2 Definitions in Instant Game No. 814.
A. Display Printing - That area of the instant game ticket outside of the
area where the Overprint and Play Symbols appear.
B. Latex Overprint - The removable scratch-off covering over the Play Symbols
on the front of the ticket.
C. Play Symbol - The printed data under the latex on the front of the instant
ticket that is used to determine eligibility for a prize. Each Play Symbol
is printed in Symbol font in black ink in positive except for dual-image games.
The possible black play symbols are: 1 DICE SYMBOL, 2 DICE SYMBOL, 3 DICE
SYMBOL, 4 DICE SYMBOL, 5 DICE SYMBOL, 6 DICE SYMBOL, $1.00, $2.00, $4.00,
$5.00, $10.00, $20.00, $40.00, $100 or $1,000.
D. Play Symbol Caption - The printed material appearing below each Play
Symbol which explains the Play Symbol. One caption appears under each Play
Symbol and is printed in caption font in black ink in positive. The Play Symbol
Caption which corresponds with and verifies each Play Symbol is as follows:
Figure 1: 16 TAC GAME NO. 814 - 1.2D
E. Retailer Validation Code - Three (3) letters found under the removable
scratch-off covering in the play area, which retailers use to verify and validate
instant winners. These three (3) small letters are for validation purposes
and cannot be used to play the game. The possible validation codes are:
Figure 2: 16 TAC GAME NO. 814 - 1.2E
Low-tier winning tickets use the required codes listed in Figure 2. Non-winning
tickets and high-tier tickets use a non-required combination of the required
codes listed in Figure 2 with the exception of ∅, which will only appear
on low-tier winners and will always have a slash through it.
F. Serial Number - A unique 13 (thirteen) digit number appearing under
the latex scratch-off covering on the front of the ticket. There is a boxed
four (4) digit Security Number placed randomly within the Serial Number. The
remaining nine (9) digits of the Serial Number are the Validation Number.
The Serial Number is positioned beneath the bottom row of play data in the
scratched-off play area. The Serial Number is for validation purposes and
cannot be used to play the game. The format will be: 0000000000000.
G. Low-Tier Prize - A prize of $1.00, $2.00, $4.00, $5.00, $10.00 or $20.00.
H. Mid-Tier Prize - A prize of $40.00 or $100.
I. High-Tier Prize - A prize of $1,000.
J. Bar Code - A 22 (twenty-two) character interleaved two (2) of five (5)
bar code which will include a three (3) digit game ID, the seven (7) digit
pack number, the three (3) digit ticket number and the nine (9) digit Validation
Number. The bar code appears on the back of the ticket.
K. Pack-Ticket Number - A 13 (thirteen) digit number consisting of the
three (3) digit game number (814), a seven (7) digit pack number, and a three
(3) digit ticket number. Ticket numbers start with 001 and end with 150 within
each pack. The format will be: 814-0000001-001.
L. Pack - A pack of "ROLL THE DICE" Instant Game tickets contains 150 tickets,
packed in plastic shrink-wrapping and fanfolded in pages of five (5). Tickets
001 to 005 will be on the top page; tickets 006 to 010 on the next page; etc.;
and tickets 246 to 250 will be on the last page with backs exposed. Ticket
001 will be folded over so the front of ticket 001 and 010 will be exposed.
M. Non-Winning Ticket - A ticket which is not programmed to be a winning
ticket or a ticket that does not meet all of the requirements of these Game
Procedures, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), and
applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery
Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 401.
N. Ticket or Instant Game Ticket, or Instant Ticket - A Texas Lottery "ROLL
THE DICE" Instant Game No. 814 ticket.
2.0 Determination of Prize Winners. The determination of prize winners
is subject to the general ticket validation requirements set forth in Texas
Lottery Rule 401.302, Instant Game Rules, these Game Procedures, and the requirements
set out on the back of each instant ticket. A prize winner in the "ROLL THE
DICE" Instant Game is determined once the latex on the ticket is scratched
off to expose 15 (fifteen) Play Symbols. If a player's YOUR DICE play symbols
total 7 or 11 within a ROLL, the player wins prize shown for that ROLL. If
the BONUS ROLL play symbol total 7 or 11, the player wins all 5 prizes shown.
No portion of the display printing nor any extraneous matter whatsoever shall
be usable or playable as a part of the Instant Game.
2.1 Instant Ticket Validation Requirements.
A. To be a valid Instant Game ticket, all of the following requirements
must be met:
1. Exactly 15 (fifteen) Play Symbols must appear under the latex overprint
on the front portion of the ticket;
2. Each of the Play Symbols must have a Play Symbol Caption underneath,
unless specified, and each Play Symbol must agree with its Play Symbol Caption;
3. Each of the Play Symbols must be present in its entirety and be fully legible;
4. Each of the Play Symbols must be printed in black ink except for dual
image games;
5. The ticket shall be intact;
6. The Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket Number must
be present in their entirety and be fully legible;
7. The Serial Number must correspond, using the Texas Lottery's codes,
to the Play Symbols on the ticket;
8. The ticket must not have a hole punched through it, be mutilated, altered,
unreadable, reconstituted or tampered with in any manner;
9. The ticket must not be counterfeit in whole or in part;
10. The ticket must have been issued by the Texas Lottery in an authorized manner;
11. The ticket must not have been stolen, nor appear on any list of omitted
tickets or non-activated tickets on file at the Texas Lottery;
12. The Play Symbols, Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket
Number must be right side up and not reversed in any manner;
13. The ticket must be complete and not miscut, and have exactly 15 (fifteen)
Play Symbols under the latex overprint on the front portion of the ticket,
exactly one Serial Number, exactly one Retailer Validation Code, and exactly
one Pack-Ticket Number on the ticket;
14. The Serial Number of an apparent winning ticket shall correspond with
the Texas Lottery's Serial Numbers for winning tickets, and a ticket with
that Serial Number shall not have been paid previously;
15. The ticket must not be blank or partially blank, misregistered, defective
or printed or produced in error;
16. Each of the 15 (fifteen) Play Symbols must be exactly one of those
described in Section 1.2.C of these Game Procedures;
17. Each of the 15 (fifteen) Play Symbols on the ticket must be printed
in the Symbol font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at
the Texas Lottery; the ticket Serial Numbers must be printed in the Serial
font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
and the Pack-Ticket Number must be printed in the Pack-Ticket Number font
and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
18. The display printing on the ticket must be regular in every respect
and correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and
19. The ticket must have been received by the Texas Lottery by applicable
deadlines.
B. The ticket must pass all additional validation tests provided for in
these Game Procedures, the Texas Lottery's Rules governing the award of prizes
of the amount to be validated, and any confidential validation and security
tests of the Texas Lottery.
C. Any Instant Game ticket not passing all of the validation requirements
is void and ineligible for any prize and shall not be paid. However, the Executive
Director may, solely at the Executive Director's discretion, refund the retail
sales price of the ticket. In the event a defective ticket is purchased, the
only responsibility or liability of the Texas Lottery shall be to replace
the defective ticket with another unplayed ticket in that Instant Game (or
a ticket of equivalent sales price from any other current Instant Lottery
game) or refund the retail sales price of the ticket, solely at the Executive
Director's discretion.
2.2 Programmed Game Parameters.
A. Consecutive non-winning tickets will not have identical play data, spot
for spot.
B. No duplicate non-winning ROLLS in any order.
C. No duplicate non winning prize symbols.
D. The BONUS ROLL will total 7 or 11 on five times winning tickets as dictated
by the prize structure.
E. A winning prize symbol will never be the same as a non-winning prize symbol.
F. When the BONUS ROLL totals 7 or 11, ROLL 1 through ROLL 4 will never
total 7 or 11.
2.3 Procedure for Claiming Prizes.
A. To claim a "ROLL THE DICE" Instant Game prize of $1.00, $2.00, $4.00,
$5.00, $10.00, $20.00, $40.00 or $100, a claimant shall sign the back of the
ticket in the space designated on the ticket and present the winning ticket
to any Texas Lottery Retailer. The Texas Lottery Retailer shall verify the
claim and, if valid, and upon presentation of proper identification, make
payment of the amount due the claimant and physically void the ticket; provided
that the Texas Lottery Retailer may, but is not, in some cases, required to
pay a $40.00 or $100 ticket. In the event the Texas Lottery Retailer cannot
verify the claim, the Texas Lottery Retailer shall provide the claimant with
a claim form and instruct the claimant on how to file a claim with the Texas
Lottery. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, a check shall be
forwarded to the claimant in the amount due. In the event the claim is not
validated, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
A claimant may also claim any of the above prizes under the procedure described
in Section 2.3.B and Section 2.3.C of these Game Procedures.
B. To claim a "ROLL THE DICE" Instant Game prize of $1,000, the claimant
must sign the winning ticket and present it at one of the Texas Lottery's
Claim Centers. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, payment will
be made to the bearer of the validated winning ticket for that prize upon
presentation of proper identification. When paying a prize of $600 or more,
the Texas Lottery shall file the appropriate income reporting form with the
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and shall withhold federal income tax at a
rate set by the IRS if required. In the event that the claim is not validated
by the Texas Lottery, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be
notified promptly.
C. As an alternative method of claiming a "ROLL THE DICE" Instant Game
prize, the claimant must sign the winning ticket, thoroughly complete a claim
form, and mail both to: Texas Lottery Commission, Post Office Box 16600, Austin,
Texas 78761-6600. The risk of sending a ticket remains with the claimant.
In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim
shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
D. Prior to payment by the Texas Lottery of any prize, the Texas Lottery
shall deduct a sufficient amount from the winnings of a person who has been
finally determined to be:
1. delinquent in the payment of a tax or other money collected by the Comptroller,
the Texas Workforce Commission, or Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission;
2. delinquent in making child support payments administered or collected
by the Attorney General;
3. delinquent in reimbursing the Texas Health and Human Services Commission
for a benefit granted in error under the food stamp program or the program
of financial assistance under Chapter 31, Human Resources Code;
4. in default on a loan made under Chapter 52, Education Code; or
5. in default on a loan guaranteed under Chapter 57, Education Code.
E. If a person is indebted or owes delinquent taxes to the State, other
than those specified in the preceding paragraph, the winnings of a person
shall be withheld until the debt or taxes are paid.
2.4 Allowance for Delay of Payment. The Texas Lottery may delay payment
of the prize pending a final determination by the Executive Director, under
any of the following circumstances:
A. if a dispute occurs, or it appears likely that a dispute may occur,
regarding the prize;
B. if there is any question regarding the identity of the claimant;
C. if there is any question regarding the validity of the ticket presented
for payment; or
D. if the claim is subject to any deduction from the payment otherwise
due, as described in Section 2.3.D of these Game Procedures. No liability
for interest for any delay shall accrue to the benefit of the claimant pending
payment of the claim.
2.5 Payment of Prizes to Persons Under 18. If a person under the age of
18 years is entitled to a cash prize of less than $600 from the "ROLL THE
DICE" Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall deliver to an adult member of
the minor's family or the minor's guardian a check or warrant in the amount
of the prize payable to the order of the minor.
2.6 If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize of
more than $600 from the "ROLL THE DICE" Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall
deposit the amount of the prize in a custodial bank account, with an adult
member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian serving as custodian
for the minor.
2.7 Instant Ticket Claim Period. All Instant Game prizes must be claimed
within 180 days following the end of the Instant Game or within the applicable
time period for certain eligible military personnel as set forth in Texas
Government Code Section 466.408. Any prize not claimed within that period,
and in the manner specified in these Game Procedures and on the back of each
ticket, shall be forfeited.
2.8 Disclaimer. The number of prizes in a game is approximate based on
the number of tickets ordered. The number of actual prizes available in a
game may vary based on number of tickets manufactured, testing, distribution,
sales and number of prizes claimed. An Instant Game ticket may continue to
be sold even when all the top prizes have been claimed.
3.0 Instant Ticket Ownership.
A. Until such time as a signature is placed upon the back portion of an
Instant Game ticket in the space designated, a ticket shall be owned by the
physical possessor of said ticket. When a signature is placed on the back
of the ticket in the space designated, the player whose signature appears
in that area shall be the owner of the ticket and shall be entitled to any
prize attributable thereto. Notwithstanding any name or names submitted on
a claim form, the Executive Director shall make payment to the player whose
signature appears on the back of the ticket in the space designated. If more
than one name appears on the back of the ticket, the Executive Director will
require that one of those players whose name appears thereon be designated
by such players to receive payment.
B. The Texas Lottery shall not be responsible for lost or stolen Instant
Game tickets and shall not be required to pay on a lost or stolen Instant
Game ticket.
4.0 Number and Value of Instant Prizes. There will be approximately 10,080,000
tickets in the Instant Game No. 814. The approximate number and value of prizes
in the game are as follows:
Figure 3: 16 TAC GAME NO. 814 - 4.0
A. The actual number of tickets in the game may be increased or decreased
at the sole discretion of the Texas Lottery Commission.
5.0 End of the Instant Game. The Executive Director may, at any time, announce
a closing date (end date) for the Instant Game No. 814 without advance notice,
at which point no further tickets in that game may be sold.
6.0 Governing Law. In purchasing an Instant Game ticket, the player agrees
to comply with, and abide by, these Game Procedures for Instant Game No. 814,
the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), applicable rules
adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced
in 16 TAC, Chapter 401, and all final decisions of the Executive Director.
TRD-200701382
Kimberly L. Kiplin
General Counsel
Texas Lottery Commission
Filed: April 12, 2007
The Panhandle Regional Planning Commission (PRPC) is seeking proposals
to purchase a multi-site IP telephone system for the Panhandle WorkSource
office(s) of the Texas Panhandle. A copy of the Request for Proposal can be
obtained Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at 415 West Eighth
Ave., Amarillo, Texas 79101 or by contacting Leslie Hardin, PRPC's Workforce
Development Facilities Coordinator at (806) 372-3381 or lhardin@theprpc.org.
A Proposer's Conference will be held on Thursday, May 10, 2007 at 2:00
p.m., in the 3rd Floor Conference Room of PRPC. Proposals must be received
at PRPC by 3:00 p.m. on May 31, 2007.
TRD-200701458
Leslie Hardin
Facilities Coordinator
Panhandle Regional Planning Commission
Filed: April 18, 2007
Notice of Proposed Real Estate Transaction and Opportunity for Comment
Lease Exchange - Cameron, Hidalgo and Starr counties
In a meeting on May 24, 2007, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission (the
Commission) will consider granting a lease to the United States Fish and Wildlife
Service in exchange for a memorandum of agreement for the management of lands
adjacent to units of the World Birding Center. The meeting will start at 9:00
a.m. at 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas. Before taking action, the Commission
will take public comment regarding the proposed transaction. Prior to the
date of the meeting, public comment may be submitted to Ted Hollingsworth,
Land Conservation, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, 4200 Smith School
Road, Austin, Texas 78744 or by email at ted.hollingsworth@tpwd.state.tx.us
or in person at time of meeting.
TRD-200701446
Ann Bright
General Counsel
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Filed: April 18, 2007
Land Sale - Travis County
In a meeting on May 24, 2007, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission (the
Commission) will consider the sale of 4.26 acres currently used for the Game
Warden Academy. The sale is being handled as a public sale through the General
Land Office. The recommended sales price is anticipated to be at least $1.2
million. The meeting will start at 9:00 a.m. at 4200 Smith School Road, Austin,
Texas. Before taking action, the Commission will take public comment regarding
the proposed transaction. Prior to the date of the meeting, public comment
may be submitted to Ted Hollingsworth, Land Conservation, Texas Parks and
Wildlife Department, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744 or by email
at ted.hollingsworth@tpwd.state.tx.us or in person at time of meeting.
TRD-200701447
Ann Bright
General Counsel
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Filed: April 18, 2007
Land Transfer - Wood County
In a meeting on May 24, 2007, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission (the
Commission) will consider the transfer of two buildings (the Stinson Home
and Honeymoon Cottage) to the Quitman Heritage Foundation to complete the
divestiture of the Governor Hogg Shrine facility. No payment is recommended
for the transfer other than the continued operation of the facility. The meeting
will start at 9:00 a.m. at 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas. Before taking
action, the Commission will take public comment regarding the proposed transaction.
Prior to the date of the meeting, public comment may be submitted to Ted Hollingsworth,
Land Conservation, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, 4200 Smith School
Road, Austin, Texas 78744 or by email at ted.hollingsworth@tpwd.state.tx.us
or in person at time of meeting.
TRD-200701448
Ann Bright
General Counsel
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Filed: April 18, 2007
Easement Donation - Van Zandt County
In a meeting on May 24, 2007, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission (the
Commission) will consider the acceptance of the donation of right-of-way easement
at Purtis Creek State Park. The meeting will start at 9:00 a.m. at 4200 Smith
School Road, Austin, Texas. Before taking action, the Commission will take
public comment regarding the proposed transaction. Prior to the date of the
meeting, public comment may be submitted to Ted Hollingsworth, Land Conservation,
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas
78744 or by email at ted.hollingsworth@tpwd.state.tx.us or in person at time
of meeting.
TRD-200701449
Ann Bright
General Counsel
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Filed: April 18, 2007
Announcement of Application for an Amendment to a State-Issued Certificate of Franchise Authority
The Public Utility Commission of Texas received an application on April
10, 2007, for an amendment to a state-issued certificate of franchise authority
(CFA), pursuant to §§66.001 - 66.016 of the Public Utility Regulatory
Act (PURA).
Project Title and Number: Application of Friendship Cable of Texas, Inc.,
doing business as Suddenlink Communications, for an Amendment to its State-Issued
Certificate of Franchise Authority, Project Number 34128 before the Public
Utility Commission of Texas.
Information on the application may be obtained by contacting 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. 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 inquiries should reference
Project Number 34128.
TRD-200701393
Adriana A. Gonzales
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: April 12, 2007
The Public Utility Commission of Texas received an application on April
13, 2007, for an amendment to a state-issued certificate of franchise authority
(CFA), pursuant to §§66.001 - 66.016 of the Public Utility Regulatory
Act (PURA).
Project Title and Number: Application of Charter Communications VI, L.L.C.,
doing business as Charter Communications, for an Amendment to its State-Issued
Certificate of Franchise Authority, Project Number 34140 before the Public
Utility Commission of Texas.
Information on the application may be obtained by contacting 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. 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 inquiries should reference
Project Number 34140.
TRD-200701429
Adriana A. Gonzales
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: April 16, 2007
The Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) received an application
on April 13, 2007, for an amendment to a state-issued certificate of franchise
authority (CFA), pursuant to §§66.001 - 66.016 of the Public Utility
Regulatory Act (PURA).
Project Title and Number: Application of Marcus Cable Associates, L.L.C.,
doing business as Charter Communications, for an Amendment to its State-Issued
Certificate of Franchise Authority, Project Number 34141 before the Public
Utility Commission of Texas.
Information on the application may be obtained by contacting 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. 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 inquiries should reference
Project Number 34141.
TRD-200701430
Adriana A. Gonzales
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: April 16, 2007
On March 11, 2007, Stratos Offshore Services Company 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 60191. Applicant intends to reflect a change in ownership/control and
corporate restructuring.
The Application: Application of Stratos Offshore Services Company for an
Amendment to its Service Provider Certificate of Operating Authority, Docket
Number 34135.
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
May 2, 2007. 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 34135.
TRD-200701405
Adriana A. Gonzales
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: April 13, 2007
On April 11, 2007, PhoneSense filed an application with the Public Utility
Commission of Texas (commission) to relinquish its service provider certificate
of operating authority (SPCOA) granted in SPCOA Certificate Number 60206.
Applicant intends to discontinue service and relinquish its certificate.
The Application: Application of PhoneSense to Relinquish its Service Provider
Certificate of Operating Authority, Docket Number 34136.
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
May 2, 2007. 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 34136.
TRD-200701406
Adriana A. Gonzales
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: April 13, 2007
Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission
of Texas of an application on April 10, 2007, for a service provider certificate
of operating authority (SPCOA), pursuant to §§54.151 - 54.156 of
the Public Utility Regulatory Act (PURA).
Docket Title and Number: Application of Network Innovations, Inc. for a
Service Provider Certificate of Operating Authority, Docket Number 34132 before
the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
Applicant intends to provide T1-Private Line, and Dedicated Internet Access
services.
Applicant's requested SPCOA geographic area of the State of Texas currently
served by all incumbent local exchange carriers.
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
May 2, 2007. 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 34132.
TRD-200701397
Adriana A. Gonzales
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: April 12, 2007
Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission
of Texas of an application on April 13, 2007, for a service provider certificate
of operating authority (SPCOA), pursuant to §§54.151 - 54.156 of
the Public Utility Regulatory Act (PURA).
Docket Title and Number: Application of Legacy Long Distance International,
Incorporated for a Service Provider Certificate of Operating Authority, Docket
Number 34142 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
May 2, 2007. 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 34142.
TRD-200701440
Adriana A. Gonzales
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: April 17, 2007
Notice is given to the public of the filing, on March 26, 2007, with the
Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) of an application for Administrative
Approval to Provide Non-Emergency 311 Service for Webb County.
Docket Style and Number: Application of Southwestern Bell Telephone, L.P.,
doing business as AT&T Texas, for Administrative Approval to Provide Non-Emergency
311 Service for Webb County; Docket Number 34054.
The Application: Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Commission
of an administrative filing by AT&T Texas for approval of the provision
of Non-Emergency 311 Service, pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §26.127
and AT&T's Texas' existing General Exchange Tariff, Section 47.
As a certified telecommunications utility (CTU), AT&T Texas seeks approval
on behalf of Webb County to provide Non-Emergency 311 (NE311) service to its
residents within the legally-defined county limits of Webb County, Texas.
NE311 is available to local government entities to provide to their residents
an easy to-remember number to call for access to non-emergency services. By
implementing NE311 service, communities can improve 911 response times for
those callers with true emergencies. Each local government entity that elects
to implement 311 will determine the types of non-emergency calls that will
be handled by their 311 call center.
Persons who wish to comment on this administrative filing should notify
the Public Utility Commission of Texas, by May 14, 2007. Requests for further
information should be mailed to the Public Utility Commission of Texas, at
P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or you may call the commission's
Office of Customer Protection 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 or toll free 1-800-735-2989.
TRD-200701439
Adriana A. Gonzales
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: April 17, 2007
Notice is given to the public of the filing on April 10, 2007, with the
Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission), a notice of intent to file
a long run incremental cost (LRIC) study pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §26.214.
The Applicant will file the LRIC study on April 20, 2007.
Docket Title and Number: Application of Windstream Communications Kerrville,
LP for Approval of LRIC Study to Add Rates and Charges for Direct Inward Dial
Numbers for ISDN Primary Rate Interface Service Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive
Rule §26.214, Docket Number 34129.
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 34129. 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, 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.
Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephones (TTY) may contact
the commission at (512) 936-7136 or toll free 1-800-735-2989. All comments
should reference Docket Number 34129.
TRD-200701394
Adriana A. Gonzales
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: April 12, 2007
Notice is given to the public of the filing on April 10, 2007, with the
Public Utility Commission of Texas (Commission), a notice of intent to file
a long run incremental cost (LRIC) study pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §26.214.
The Applicant will file the LRIC study on April 20, 2007.
Docket Title and Number: Application of Windstream Communications Southwest
for Approval of LRIC Study to Add Rates and Charges for Direct Inward Dial
Numbers for ISDN Primary Rate Interface Service Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive
Rule §26.214, Docket Number 34130.
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 34130. 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, 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.
Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephones (TTY) may contact
the commission at (512) 936-7136 or toll free 1-800-735-2989. All comments
should reference Docket Number 34130.
TRD-200701395
Adriana A. Gonzales
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: April 12, 2007
Notice is given to the public of the filing on April 10, 2007, with the
Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission), a notice of intent to file
a long run incremental cost (LRIC) study pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §26.214.
The Applicant will file the LRIC study on April 20, 2007.
Docket Title and Number: Application of Windstream Sugar Land, Inc. for
Approval of LRIC Study to Add Rates and Charges for Direct Inward Dial Numbers
for ISDN Primary Rate Interface Service Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §26.214,
Docket Number 34131.
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 34131. 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, 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.
Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephones (TTY) may contact
the commission at (512) 936-7136 or toll free 1-800-735-2989. All comments
should reference Docket Number 34131.
TRD-200701396
Adriana A. Gonzales
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: April 12, 2007
Notice is given to the public of the filing on April 12, 2007, with the
Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission), a notice of intent to file
a long run incremental cost (LRIC) study pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §26.214.
The Applicant will file the LRIC study on April 23, 2007.
Docket Title and Number: Application of Central Telephone Company of Texas,
doing business as Embarq, for Approval of LRIC Study for Price Reduction Associated
with Optional Extended Metropolitan Service for the Hutto Exchange Pursuant
to P.U.C. Substantive Rule, §26.214, Docket Number 34139.
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 34139. 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, 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.
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 34139.
TRD-200701407
Adriana A. Gonzales
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: April 13, 2007
Notice is given to the public of Livingston Telephone Company, Inc. (Livingston)
application filed with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission)
on April 10, 2007, for approval of a minor rate change pursuant to P.U.C.
Substantive Rule §26.171.
Docket Title and Number: Livingston Telephone Company, Inc. Notice of Intent
to Implement a Minor Rate Change Pursuant to Substantive Rule §26.171;
Docket Number 34133.
The Application: Livingston filed an application to change the rates to
the 1-Party Monthly Local Exchange Access Line Rates for residence and business
customers; the 4-Party residential Local Exchange Access Line rate; the business
Rotary Key Trunk and PBX Trunk rates; and intraLATA Directory Assistance Service.
The proposed effective date for the proposed rate changes is August 1, 2007.
The estimated annual revenue increase recognized by Livingston is $90,301
or less than 5% of Livingston’s gross annual intrastate revenues. Livingston
has 7,748 access lines (residence and business) in service in the state of
Texas.
If the commission receives a complaint(s) relating to this application
signed by the lesser of 5% or 1,500 of the affected local service customers
to which this application applies by July 1, 2007, the application will be
docketed. The 5% limitation will be calculated based upon the total number
of customers of record as of the calendar month preceding the commission’s
receipt of the complaint(s).
Persons wishing to comment on this application should contact the Public
Utility Commission of Texas by July 1, 2007. Requests to intervene should
be mailed to the commission's Filing Clerk at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas
78711-3326, or you may call the commission at (512) 936-7120 or toll-free
1-800-735-2989. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephones
(TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136. All correspondence should
refer to Docket Number 34133.
TRD-200701445
Adriana A. Gonzales
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: April 17, 2007
Notice of Funding Availability Hurricane Rita Disaster Recovery
Texas Community Development Program
Summary:
(a)The Office of Rural Community Affairs (Office) announces the availability
of $42,000,000 in federal funding from the Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Disaster Recovery Program to be used for the restoration of critical
infrastructure damaged by Hurricane Rita in the 29 counties directly affected
by Hurricane Rita and designated in the State of Texas Action Plan for CDBG
Disaster Recovery (Action Plan). Due to set-asides specified in the Action
Plan, $22,200,000 remains available for the restoration of critical infrastructure
damaged by Hurricane Rita in the 29 counties directly affected by Hurricane
Rita and designated in the Action Plan. The availability and use of these
funds is subject to the Action Plan, Title I of the Housing and Community
Development Act (Act), State CDBG Program rules at 24 CFR 570, and Chapter
2306, Texas Government Code, unless specifically waived in the
Federal Register, dated February 13, 2006 or October 30, 2006.
(b) Applicants will be scored based on Section 5 of this NOFA.
(c) Applications will be due no later than 120 days after the U.S. Department
of Housing and Urban Development approves the State of Texas Action Plan for
CDBG Disaster Recovery.
(d) Complete details and all application forms are available in the Hurricane
Rita Restoration of Critical Infrastructure Application Guide located on the
ORCA website at www.orca.state.tx.us.
(e) ORCA will hold at least 2 application workshops in the affected area
to cover the requirements of this program.
Allocation of CDBG Funds:
(a) These funds are made available through a supplemental allocation of
CDBG funds to the State of Texas and will be administered by the Office of
Rural Community Affairs in partnership with the Texas Department of Housing
and Community Affairs. All funds released under this NOFA are to be used to
meet one of the three federal national objectives (24 CFR 570.482) and be
for CDBG eligible activities for damages directly related to Hurricane Rita.
(b) ORCA will, with the approval of the TDHCA Governing Board, award contracts
in the form of a grant to cities and counties for critical infrastructure
projects within the affected area. The minimum award per contract will not
be less than $50,000 and will not exceed $5,000,000. Only one application
for up to $5,000,000 will be accepted per city or county.
(c) Applicants must demonstrate that the activities relate to infrastructure
projects where there is outstanding damage that is a direct result of Hurricane
Rita and that all other similar options of financing have been explored and
no other options are available.
(d) Funds may not be used as the matching requirement, share, or contribution
for any other Federal program, for reimbursement of activities already completed,
or for projects where any other similar source of funds can be obtained.
(e) Projects must be identified, approved, and underway within 12 months
of approval of the Action Plan by HUD. Work must be substantially underway
and drawing funds within 18 months. Funds that have not been committed within
12 months may be reallocated to the Housing Assistance Program or may be deobligated
if substantial progress has not been achieved within 18 months.
(f) Unless specifically waived, all awards from the CDBG Disaster Recovery
Program will be subject to all federal and state regulations including but
not limited to environmental review, labor standards (Davis Bacon), and procurement.
Eligible and Ineligible Activities:
(a) Eligible activities include:
1. flood and drainage projects (including flood buyouts in which the property
is converted into open, undeveloped land);
2. repair of roads and bridges, utilities, water control facilities, water
supply facilities, waste water facilities, buildings and permanently affixed
equipment, hospitals, and other medical facilities;
3. debris removal.
Eligible activities will include those activities permissible under §105(a)
of the Act.
(b) Ineligible activities include:
1. reimbursement of entities for disaster related funding that has been
previously expended;
2. portable equipment; and
3. assistance for storm shelters that were not damaged by Hurricane Rita.
The general rule in the State CDBG program is that any activity that is
not stated in HCDA 105(a) as eligible should be considered to be ineligible.
Further direction can be found in the entitlement regulations at 24 CFR 570.207
and the applicable OMB circulars.
Eligible and Ineligible Applicants:
(a) Eligible applicants:
All Cities and Counties located within the 29 affected counties are eligible
to apply under the CDBG Disaster Recovery Program (Affected counties include:
Angelina, Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Hardin, Harris, Jasper,
Jefferson, Liberty, Montgomery, Nacogdoches, Newton, Orange, Polk, Sabine,
San Augustine, San Jacinto, Shelby, Trinity, Tyler, Walker, Cherokee, Gregg,
Harrison, Houston, Marion, Panola, and Rusk Counties.)
(b) Ineligible applicants: Bridge City, Hardin County, Memorial Hermann
Baptist Orange Hospital, Houston, and Harris County are ineligible to apply
for the competitive unreserved funding because of direct reserved funds made
available under the CDBG Disaster Recovery Program for these entities.
(c) Requests regarding utility reconstruction are limited to municipally
owned entities
(d) Applicants may be ineligible for funding if they meet any of the criteria
detailing ineligibility with any requirements under 10 TAC §49.5(a) excluding
subsections (5) thru (8) or 10 TAC §255.1(h)(6).
Selection Process:
Applicants may receive up to 400 points based on set scoring criteria.
Evidence of these criteria must be submitted in accordance with the application
guide on the application forms provided. Applicants will be competitively
scored against one another based on a project prioritization and scoring model
as detailed below:
PROJECT TYPE (200 Points):
Drainage and Debris Projects:
The following scoring ranges are expressed as ratios of households to businesses
(HH:B) for the area being served.
*9:1 and above (200 Points)
*8:1- 6:1 (150 Points)
*5:1- 3:1 (100 Points)
*2:1 and below (50 Points)
Project Eligibility Requirements:
Projects addressing drainage and debris issues directly related to Hurricane
Rita will be prioritized based on residential benefit. Residential Benefit
will be established by the number of homes benefiting compared to the number
of businesses benefiting from the project.
Primarily, drainage projects are those that relieve imminent hazards to
life and property created by a natural disaster that causes a sudden impairment
of a watershed. However, due to the nature of this disaster, drainage projects
located outside of a watershed, Special Flood Hazard Area, or Non-Special
Flood Hazard Area will also be considered. A watershed is a region or area
drained by a river, stream, or other body of water. Special Flood Hazard Areas
are land areas at high risk for flooding, while Non-Special Flood Hazard Areas
are those located within low-to-moderate risk flood zones. Applications for
projects to be conducted within a watershed or flood hazard area must be accompanied
by maps and any other pertinent documentation to be provided by a licensed
engineer.
Common drainage projects include removing debris from stream channels,
reshaping and protecting eroded banks, correcting damaged drainage facilities,
construction of water detention ponds, and repairing levees and structures.
However, the purchasing of floodplain easements will be categorized under
the Property Buyout Projects category for this application. Furthermore, it
is important to note that curb and gutter projects being conducted within
a watershed or flood hazard area in conjunction with street repair or improvements
will be scored on a percentage basis based on the actual dollars spent for
curb and gutter activities. The curb and gutter portion of the project will
be scored by multiplying it’s percentage of costs of the overall project
by 200. The remaining percentage of the project will be scored by multiplying
the non-drainage related street activities percentage of costs by the maximum
allowable points of 150 for road repair.
High wind events and flooding generally produce large amounts of debris.
This debris may consist primarily of vegetation, construction, and demolition
materials from damaged or destroyed structures and personal property. Under
this category, only debris identified as the responsibility of the local jurisdiction
will be eligible. Debris located on private property is ineligible unless
the local jurisdiction has determined that the existing material poses an
immediate threat to public health and safety. Furthermore, removal of debris
from private property must be determined by the local jurisdiction to be beyond
the capability of the property owner.
The methods by which applicants may choose to collect and store debris
prior to proper disposal depends greatly on the type of debris, as well as
the capabilities of the jurisdiction. Prior to collecting debris, all pertinent
environmental concerns must be taken into consideration. For example, the
removal of debris from natural streams will often require a Clean Water Act
Section 404 permit from the United States Army Corp of Engineers (USACE).
Additional environmental guidelines may be reviewed by obtaining the 2006
Implementation Manual located on the ORCA website at www.orca.state.tx.us.
While construction and demolition debris may be collected and disposed
of at an appropriately rated landfill, woody and/or vegetative debris must
be stored prior to disposal. This will require the use of a temporary debris
storage and reduction sites (TDSR). The preparation and operation of a TDSR
site is typically left to the contractor. However, local jurisdictions choosing
to conduct their own debris operations may review Chapter 7 of the FEMA Debris
Management Guide regarding the use of TDSR sites. This document may be obtained
at http://www.fema.gov/pdf/government/grant/pa/demagde.pdf.
Maintaining the life expectancy of landfills in and around the state is
of great concern. Therefore, applicants proposing to dispose of woody and/or
vegetative debris must choose burning, chipping, or grinding as the method
of disposal. If the project proposes to dispose of woody and/or vegetative
debris by sending it to a landfill, the applicant must provide adequate justification
for their decision. These applications will be reviewed on a case-by-case
basis. Applicants choosing other forms of disposal for woody and/or vegetative
debris may contact the Office of Rural Community Affairs prior to submitting
their applications for additional direction.
Determining Beneficiaries:
Acceptable methods by which to identify the number of homes and businesses
benefiting from this project type include the 2000 Census, an independent
count of occupied structures that will benefit from the proposed project (Household/Business
Count Data Sheet is required for this method), and city or county tax data.
Once the number of households has been identified, the number of beneficiaries
may be calculated. The proper method for calculating the total beneficiary
count for each project is to multiply the total number of households benefiting
by the average household size for that census geographic area.
Municipally Owned Public Utilities/Public Facilities Projects:
*Public Water and Wastewater Projects (200 Points)
*Other Public Facilities (100 Points)
*Generators for public water and wastewater facilities only (50 Points)
The repair of existing water and wastewater facilities will receive the
highest priority under this project type.
Other public facilities are eligible under this project type as well. However,
requests related to utility reconstruction are limited to municipally owned
entities.
Applications for the purchase of new generators will be limited in scope
to public water and wastewater facilities only.
Road and Bridge Projects:
*Repair, replacement, or mitigation of an existing bridge (200 points).
*Replacement and/or repair of culverts or other drainage not located within
a watershed or flood hazard area (150 points).
*Road repairs (150 points).
The repair, replacement, or mitigation of an existing bridge damaged in
relation to Hurricane Rita will receive the highest priority under this project
type. Per the Action Plan, "none of the funds made available under this heading
may be used by a State or locality as a matching requirement, share, or contribution
for any other Federal program". Therefore, the applicant must be the sole
entity responsible for the maintenance and up-keep of the structure.
The replacement and/or repair of culverts or other drainage structures
not located within a watershed or flood hazard area will be included within
this project type. However, culverts and other drainage structures located
within a watershed or flood hazard area will be categorized as drainage projects.
Please refer to the section regarding drainage projects for further guidance
regarding scoring criteria and methodology.
The repair of roads under this project type must be directly related to
damages sustained as a result of the event and not a lack of maintenance.
Property Buyout Projects:
The following scoring ranges are expressed as ratios of households to businesses
(HH:B).
Projects located within a flood hazard area:
9:1 and above (200 Points)
8:1- 6:1 (150 Points)
5:1- 3:1 (100 Points)
2:1 and below (50 Points)
Projects not located within a flood hazard area:
9:1 and above (100 Points)
8:1- 6:1 (75 Points)
5:1- 3:1 (50 Points)
2:1 and below (25 Points)
A count of occupied structures that will benefit from the proposed project
(Buyout Household/Business Count Data Sheet is required) is the only acceptable
method by which to identify the number of homes and businesses benefiting
from this project type.
Once the number of households has been identified, the number of beneficiaries
may be calculated. The proper method for calculating beneficiaries under this
project type is to multiply the average household size for that particular
census geographic area as noted in the census by the number of occupied household
units to benefit.
Ratios under Project Type will be calculated using the rounding convention
of .5 and above is always rounded up for both odd and even integers. Round
(x) = Integer (x + 0.5).
AMOUNT OF DAMAGES SUSTAINED (100 Points):
The purpose of this scoring criterion is to give weight to those applicants
that sustained large amounts of damages as documented by FEMA.
(Dollar amount of damages reported for applicant on FEMA document)/(Dollar
amount of total damages reported for infrastructure (all applicants))* 100
= Total Points
AMOUNT OF DAMAGES - PER CAPITA BASIS (100 Points):
The purpose of this scoring criterion is to provide a more accurate depiction
of the overall impact sustained by an applicant as a result of Hurricane Rita.
It is important to note that municipalities must include all damages sustained
within their jurisdiction.
(Dollar amount of damages reported for applicant (FEMA documentation))/total
population (citywide and/or countywide) = damages per capita
Then:
Average damages per capita * 1.25 = Base
Then:
(Applicant’s damages per capita)/Base * 100 = Score
Submission and Review Process:
(a) All applications submitted under this NOFA must be received on or before
5:00 p.m. on (DATE 120 days after HUD approval of Action Plan) at the ORCA
Headquarters:
Office of Rural Community Affairs
Mailing Address: PO BOX 12877, Capitol Station
Austin, TX 78711
1700 N Congress Avenue, Suite 220
Austin, TX 78701
Applications will be reviewed for applicant and activity eligibility and
scoring as detailed in this NOFA and all applicable federal and state regulations.
(b) All applications must be submitted, and provide all documentation,
as described in this NOFA and the application guide available on the ORCA
and TDHCA web sites.
(c) ORCA may decline to consider any application if the proposed activities
do not, in ORCA’s sole determination, represent a prudent use of the
CDBG Disaster Recovery Program funds. ORCA reserves the right to negotiate
individual elements of any application.
(d) After eligible applications have been evaluated and ranked in accordance
with this NOFA and the application guide, ORCA staff shall make its recommendations
to the TDHCA Governing Board for award approval.
Application Submission:
(a) Application materials must be organized and submitted in the manner
detailed in the application guide. Each applicant must submit one complete
"original" version of the application and one "copy" of all application materials.
(b) The application guide and all application materials including the Action
Plan, NOFA, program guidelines, and all applicable CDBG rules, will be available
on the ORCA and TDHCA web sites. Applicants will be required to adhere to
the CDBG program applicable federal regulations and/or state regulations.
Applications must be on forms provided by ORCA in the application guide and
cannot be altered or modified.
(c) If an application contains deficiencies which, in the determination
of ORCA staff, requires clarification or correction of information submitted
at the time of application, ORCA staff may request clarification or correction
of such administrative deficiencies including scoring documentation. ORCA
staff may request clarification or correction in a deficiency notice in the
form of a facsimile or a telephone call to the applicant advising that such
a request has been transmitted. All deficiency responses should be received
within 5 days of request. The time period for responding to a deficiency notice
begins at the start of the business day following the deficiency notice date.
An applicant may not change or supplement an application in any manner after
the filing deadline, except in response to a direct request from ORCA.
For complete information regarding the requirements of this NOFA and the
appropriate application forms, please see the application guide for the CDBG
Disaster Recovery Program.
NOTE: This NOFA does not include the text
of the various applicable regulatory provisions that may be important to the
particular CDBG Program. For proper completion of the application, ORCA strongly
encourages potential applicants to review all applicable State and Federal
regulations.
COMMENTS:
Comments on the proposal may be submitted to Heather Lagrone, Team Lead,
Office of Rural Community Affairs, P.O. Box 12877, Austin, Texas 78711, telephone:
(512) 936-6701. Comments will be accepted for 30 days following the date of
publication of this announcement in the Texas Register.
TRD-200701468
Mark Wyatt
Manager, Program Development
Office of Rural Community Affairs
Filed: April 18, 2007
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