THE GOVERNOR As required by Texas Civil Statutes, Article 6252-13a, sec.6, the Texas Register publishes executive orders issued by the Governor of Texas. Appointments and proclamations are also published. Appointments are published in chronological order. Additional information on documents submitted for publication by the Governor's Office can be obtained by calling (512) 463-1828. Appointments Made February 17, 1994 To serve as chair of the Governing Board of the International Trade Commission for a term at the pleasure of the Governor, J. David Bamberger of San Antonio. Mr. Bamberger will be replacing J. McDonald Williams of Dallas as chair. To be a member of the Governing Board of the International Trade Commission for a term to expire February 1, 1997: J. David Bamberger, 3500 Oakgate Drive, #402, San Antonio, Texas 78230. Mr. Bamberger will be filling the unexpired term of J. McDonald Williams of Dallas, who resigned. To be a member of the Advisory Commission on State Emergency Communications for a term to expire September 1, 1999: Patrick A. Craven, 12800 Lazy Oak Cove, Buda, Texas 78610. Mr. Craven is being reappointed. To be a member of the Texas Commission on Human Rights for a term to expire September 24, 1999: Lynn Ellen Rubinett, 802 Highland Avenue, Austin, Texas 78703. Ms Rubinett will be replacing Laura Zuniga of El Paso, whose term expired. To be members of the Statewide Health Coordinating Council pursuant to House Bill 1510, 73rd Legislature, for terms to expire August 31, 1995: Annabel Barker, 605 West 15th Street, Big Spring, Texas 79720; Nick U. Curry, M.D., 4538 Byers, #12, Fort Worth, Texas 76107; Linda C. Lopez, R.N., 11215 Whisper Sound, San Antonio, Texas 78230; Theresa Ruffing, 5512 Oak Wood Cove, #181, Austin, Texas 78731 and deSaussure M. Trevino, Route 3, Box 167, Pharr, Texas 78577. To be members of the Statewide Health Coordinating Council for terms to expire August 31, 1997: Joan Wood Biggerstaff, 2502 Rockbrook, Plano, Texas 75074; Dana S. Fitzsimmons, 6621 Fannin Street, Mail Code 1-2510, Houston, Texas 77030; Dr. John P. Howe, III, M.D., 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, Texas 78284; Betty J. (Gilley) Shinn, 3101 Chalon, Nacogdoches, Texas 75961; and Francisco J. Velazquez, 206 Honeysuckle Lane, San Antonio, Texas 78213. To be members of the Statewide Health Coordinating Council for terms to expire August 31, 1999: Barbara Ann Gonzalez, R.N., 1611 Morningside Drive, Alice, Texas 78332; Ann Kitchen, 1406 Alameda, Austin, Texas 78704; Man-Ja Lee, R.N., 205 Witt Road, Little Elm, Texas 75068; Polly L. McFadden, 7040E Portugal, El Paso, Texas 79912; and Shirley McManigal, 5402 86th Street, Lubbock, Texas 79424. Issued in Austin, Texas, on February 24, 1994. TRD-9436654 Ann W. Richards Governor of Texas Executive Order AWR 94-15 WHEREAS, community service and volunteerism are at the heart of this state's spirit and strength; and WHEREAS, encouraging citizens, organizations, and institutions to help solve our most critical problems by volunteering their time, effort, energy, and service enhances the long-term prosperity of Texas and promotes the capabilities of its people; and WHEREAS, providing the opportunity to perform hands-on community service helps young people develop a sense of connection with their community and become more responsible citizens; and WHEREAS, Congress passed and the President signed the National and Community Service Trust Act of 1993 to reward youth service with education grants; and WHEREAS, there is a need for a comprehensive and coordinated effort to maximize available resources and foster the best volunteer service opportunities from which all Texans will benefit; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Ann W. Richards, Governor of the State of Texas, by virtue of the power vested in me, do hereby create Texas State Commission on National Community Service, hereinafter referred to as the Commission. The Commission is charged with the following responsibilities: 1. Encouraging community service and volunteer participation as a means of community and state problem-solving; 2. Promoting and supporting voluntary citizen involvement in government and private programs throughout the state; 3. Developing a comprehensive national and community service plan for the state that shall updated annually; and 4. Serving as the state's liaison to the Corporation for National and Community Service and applying for funding under the National and Community Service Trust Act. The total number of voting members on the Commission shall be at least 15, but not more than 25. The members of the Commission shall be appointed by the Governor and shall serve at the pleasure of the Governor. Not more than 50% plus one of the members of the Commission shall be from the same political party. The voting members of the Commission who are officers or employees of the state not exceed 25% of the total membership of the Commission. The voting members of the Commission shall select the Commission's chairperson by majority vote. The Commission shall include the following voting members and such other voting members as the Governor may appoint: 1. an individual with expertise in the educational, training, and development needs of youth, particularly disadvantaged youth: 2. an individual with expertise in promoting the involvement of older adults in service and volunteerism; 3. a representative of community-based organizations within the state; 4. the head of the state educational agency; 5. a representative of local governments in the state; 6. a representative of local labor unions in the state; 7. a representative of business; 8. an individual between the ages of 16 and 25 who is a participant or supervisor in a service program; and 9. a representative of a national service program. A member of the Commission is not entitled to compensation, but is entitled to reimbursement from the General Services Commission for travel expenses incurred in performing the duties of the Commission as provided for members of state boards and commissions in the General Appropriations Act. Issued in Austin, Texas, on February 23, 1994. TRD-9436655 Ann W. Richards Governor of Texas