OPEN MEETINGS Agencies with statewide jurisdiction must give at least seven days notice before an impending meeting. Institutions of higher education or political subdivisions covering all or part of four or more counties (regional agencies) must post notice at least 72 hours before a scheduled meeting time. Some notices may be received too late to be published before the meeting is held, but all notices are published in the Texas Register. Emergency meetings and agendas. Any of the governmental entities listed above must have notice of an emergency meeting, an emergency revision to an agenda, and the reason for such emergency posted for at least two hours before the meeting is convened. All emergency meeting notices filed by governmental agencies will be published. Posting of open meeting notices. All notices are posted on the bulletin board at the main office of the Secretary of State in lobby of the James Earl Rudder Building, 1019 Brazos, Austin. These notices may contain a more detailed agenda than what is published in the Texas Register. Meeting Accessibility. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, an individual with a disability must have an equal opportunity for effective communication and participation in public meetings. Upon request, agencies must provide auxiliary aids and services, such as interpreters for the deaf and hearing impaired, readers, large print or braille documents. In determining type of auxiliary aid or service, agencies must give primary consideration to the individual's request. Those requesting auxiliary aids or services should notify the contact person listed on the meeting summary several days prior to the meeting by mail, telephone, or RELAY Texas (1-800-735-2989). Texas Department of Agriculture Thursday, June 12, 1997, 1:30 p.m. 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 1100 Austin State Office of Hearings AGENDA: Administrative hearing before the State Office of Administrative Hearings concerning SOAH Docket Number 551-97-0757 in the matter of Texas Department of Agriculture vs. James Mutz, Individually and dba J and M Helicopter, regarding alleged violation of Texas Pesticide Laws. Contact: Dolores Alvarado Hibbs, P.O. Box 12847, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463- 7583. Filed: April 25, 1997, 3:07 p.m. TRD-9705549 Texas Certified Self-Insurer Guaranty Association Monday, May 5, 1997, 11:00 a.m. 4000 South IH35 Austin Board AGENDA: I. Call to Order II. Approval of Minutes for the Public Meeting of January 17, 1997 III. Discussion, Consideration and Possible Action on the Following Initial Applicant: A. Mobil Corporation IV. Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action on the Following Renewal Applications. A. PACCAR, Inc. B. Dolgencorp, Inc. C. Ameron International Corporation D. JELD-WEN, Inc. E. The Evangelical Lutheran F. The Heil Company G. Louisiana-Pacific Corporation H. Textron, Inc. I. Cooper Industries, Inc. J. The Procter & Gamble Company K. Tyson Foods, Inc. L. Dayton Hudson Corporation M. Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. N. Winn-Dixie Texas, Inc. O. Albertson's, Inc. P. The Stanley Works Q. Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word R. Texaco, Inc. S. Sisters of Mercy Health System, St. Louis, Inc. T. Sisters of St. Joseph of Texas U. J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. V. Discussion, Consideraiton and Possible Action on the Following Withdrawal Applications: A. Dillard Department Stores, Inc. B. Smith's Food and Drug Centers, Inc. VI. Other Business VII. Adjourn. Contact: Judy Roach, 1600 San Jacinto Center, 98 San Jacinto Boulevard, Austin, Texas, 78701, (512) 322-2514. Filed: April 24, 1997, 3:57 p.m. TRD-9705515 Employees Retirement System of Texas Thursday, May 8, 1997, 1:30 p.m. 18th and Brazos Auditorium, First Floor Austin Group Benefits Advisory Committee AGENDA: 1. Call to order 2. Introduction of GBAC Members 3. Recognition of Visitors and Guests 4. Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting 5. Announcements/Updates 6. ERS Update 7. Standing Subcommittee Reports 8. Other Related Benefits Business 9. Adjourn Contact: James W. Sarver, 18th and Brazos, Austin, Texas (512) 867-3217. Filed: April 25, 1997, 11:19 a.m. TRD-9705530 State Employee Charitable Campaign Thursday, May 1, 1997, Noon University Center Tower, 7000 Fannin Houston Local Employee Committee AGENDA: 1. Call to order 2. Welcome and Introductions 3. Approval of Minutes 4. Local Eligibility Determination 5. SECC Overview and Update 6. Review of local campaign plans, budgets, timeline and materials 7. Discussion of agenda and schedule for next meeting Contact: Deborah Stine, P.O. Box 924507, Houston, Texas 77292, (713) 685-2809, fax: (713) 956-2868. Filed: April 23, 1997, 2:38 p.m. TRD-9705442 Fire Fighters' Pension Commission Friday, May 2, 1997, 11:00 a.m. E.O. Thompson Building, 920 Colorado, Fourth Floor Board Room Austin Board of Trustees AGENDA: Presentation and action on Sterling Information Group System Requirement Phase of the FFPC Client/Server Computer Enhancement Project. Contact: Helen L. Campbell, P.O. Box 12577, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 936-3372. Filed: April 23, 1997, 3:26 p.m. TRD-9705453 General Land Office Friday, May 2, 1997, 12:45 p.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Room 831 Austin School Land Board AGENDA: Approval of previous board meeting minutes; pooling applications, Wildcat and Galveston Block 10-L Field, Galveston County; Amendment to tracts, terms and conditions for the May 20, 1997 Sealed Bid Land Sale; amendment to direct land sales, Eastland County, (approved by the Board on March 4, 1997 for cash, but purchaser is requesting terms); Coastal public lands -- commercial lease applications and renewals, Arroyo Colorado, Cameron County; Sabine Pass, Jefferson County; lease applications and renewals, Galveston Bay, Chambers County; Mud Lake, Harris County; easement applications and renewals, Laguna Madre, Cameron County; Cow Bayou, Harris County; Mud Lake, Harris County; Structure (cabin) permit terminations and requests, Laguna Madre, Kenedy County; Laguna Madre, Klebert; Executive Session and Open Session -- pooling application, Fandango, East Field, Jim Hogg and Zapata Counties; Executive Session and Open Session -- Consideration of exercise of right of first option to purchase, 3.89 acres of the Leander Rehabilitation site, Williamson County; Executive Session and Open Session -- consideration of terms and exercise of option to purchase, Smith School Tract, Travis County; Executive Session and Open Session -- Consideration of disposition and related issues concerning Paseo Del Este, El Paso County; Executive Session -- pending or contemplated litigation. Contact: Linda K. Fisher, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas, Room 836, (512) 463-5016. Filed: April 24, 1997, 8:21 a.m. TRD-9705466 Friday, May 2, 1997, 12:45 p.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Room 831 Austin School Land Board REVISED AGENDA: Consideration of bids received for oil and condensate, Aransas County; Calhoun County; Chambers County; Crane and Upton Counties, Ector County; Gregg County; Jefferson County, Nueces County; and Pecos and Crockett Counties. Contact: Linda K. Fisher, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas, Room 836, (512) 463-5016. Filed: April 24, 1997, 2:05 p.m. TRD-9705504 Health and Human Services Commission Thursday, May 8, 1997, 9:15 a.m. 701 West 51st Street, Public Hearing Room, Texas Department of Human Services Austin Medical Care Advisory Committee REVISED AGENDA: PULL ITEM: Chapter 46, Licensed Personal Care Facilities Contracting with the Texas Department of Human Services to Provide Residential Care Services. ADD ITEM: Proposed Rules Concerning the Submission of Claims for Compounded Prescriptions to the Medicaid Vendor Drug Program AMEND ITEM: Medicaid Eligibility Rules: Immigration Status (Information) Contact: Sharon Dobbs, 4900 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78758, (512) 424-6569. Filed: April 25, 1997, 10:29 a.m. TRD-9705523 Texas Department of Health (TDH) Friday, May 2, 1997, 10:00 a.m. San Jacinto Center, 98 San Jacinto Boulevard, Suite 330 Austin Texas Board of Health Search Firm Committee AGENDA: The Committee will meet in executive session to discuss and possibly act to deliberate appointment of the Commissioner of Health through interviews of applicants. To request an accommodation under the ADA, please contact Suzzanna Currier, ADA Coordinator in the Office of Civil Rights at (512) 458-7627 or TDD at (512) 458-7708 at least two days prior to the meeting. Contact: Kris Loyd, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 458-7484. Filed: April 24, 1997, 3:45 p.m. TRD-9705514 Friday, May 9, 1997, 9:30 a.m. Moreton Building, Room M739, Texas Department of Health, 1100 West 49th Street Austin Emergency Health Care Advisory Committee AGENDA: The Committee will discuss and possibly act on: approval of the minutes from the February 21, 1997 meeting; bureau chief's report; Texas Emergency Medical Services (EMS) current status; legislative update; subcommittee/task force reports (Funding Task Force; Trauma Subcommittee; Pediatric Subcommittee; EMS Subcommittee; and Public Education/Prevention Task Force); public comments; and confirmation of next meeting date. To request an accommodation under the ADA, please contact Suzzanna Currier, ADA Coordinator in the Office of Civil Rights at (512) 458-7627 or TDD at (512) 458- 7708 at least two days prior to the meeting. Contact: Debbie Hilliard, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 834- 6700. Filed: April 28, 1997, 8:20 a.m. TRD-9705586 Texas Health Care Information Council Monday, May 5, 1997, 10:00 a.m. Sam Houston Building, Room 175, 14th and San Jacinto Streets Austin Quality Methods and Consumer Education Technical Advisory Committee AGENDA: The Quality Methods and Consumer Education Technical Advisory Committee will convene in open session, deliberate, and possibly take formal action on the following items: 1) Discussion of process for selection and recommendation of Risk and Severity Adjustment Methodologies to the Council, including the possibility of selecting a consultant; 2) Recommending Risk and Severity Adjustment Methodologies to the Council; and 3) Discussing and determining the committee's roles concerning consumer education and the Council's Consumer Education Committee Contact: Jim Loyd, 4900 North Lamar OOL-3407, Austin, Texas 78751, (512) 424- 6490, fax: (512) 424-6491. Filed: April 24, 1997, 1:26 p.m. TRD-9705500 Monday, May 5, 1997, 11:00 a.m. Sam Houston Building, Room 175, 14th and San Jacinto Streets Austin Quality Methods and Consumer Education Technical Advisory Committee REVISED AGENDA: The Quality Methods and Consumer Education Technical Advisory Committee will convene in open session, deliberate, and possibly take formal action on the following items: 1) Discussion of process for selection and recommendation of Risk and Severity Adjustment Methodologies to the Council, including the possibility of selecting a consultant; 2) Recommending Risk and Severity Adjustment Methodologies to the Council; 3) Discussing and determining the committee's roles concerning consumer education and the Council's Consumer Education Committee 4) Selection of Co-Chairperson and 5) Invitation of Vendors. Contact: Jim Loyd, 4900 North Lamar OOL-3407, Austin, Texas 78751, (512) 424- 6490, fax: (512) 424-6491. Filed: April 24, 1997, 1:25 p.m. TRD-9705498 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Friday, May 2, 1997; 1:00 p.m. Texas Southern University, Hannah Hall, Suite 220 Houston Campus Planning Committee AGENDA: Texas Southern University presentation and discussion of its plan to address repair and rehabilitation/deferred maintenance of the entire campus in order to comply with the condition approval of the new Business Building; Discuss Campus Planning Committee Action Projects to include The University of Texas at El Paso- Commons Building/Conference Center renovation; Lamar University-Purchase property on University Drive near Lamar University Institute of Technology campus; and University of North Texas- Dormitory renovations. Contact: Don Brown, P.O. Box 12788, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 483-6101. Filed: April 24, 1997, 1:25 p.m. TRD-9705499 Texas Department of Human Services Friday, May 2, 1997, 10:00 a.m. John H. Winters Building, 701 West 51st Street, 360W Conference Room Austin Aged and Disabled Advisory Committee AGENDA: 1. Opening Comments. 2. Deputy Commissioner's Comments. 3. Approval of the Minutes. ACTION ITEMS: 4. Revision of Nursing Facility List of Allowable and Unallowable Costs Pertaining to Costs Reimbursable through DHS Voucher Systems. 5. Fiscal Monitoring Rules for CCD (Community Care for Aged and Disabled) and Community Based Alternatives (CBA) Assisted Living and Residential Care Providers. 6. Client Eligibility Rules for Community Based Alternatives (CBA) and Community Living Assistance and Support Services (CLASS) Programs. INFORMATIONAL/TECHNICAL ITEMS: 7. Medicaid Eligibility Rules; Immigration Status 8. Amendments to the Nursing Facility Licensure Revocation Rules. 9. Revision of the Intermediate Care Facility for the Mentally Retarded (ICF/MR) sec.96.6 Informal Administrative Review (IAR). 10. Technical Changes to Primary Home Care (PHC) Program. REPORTS: Proceedings of the Subcommittee on Services to Persons with Disabilities; Proceedings of the Nursing Facility Subcommittee. 11. Open Discussion by Members. 12. Next Meeting/Adjournment. Contact: Anthony Venza, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714-9030, (512) 438- 4943. Filed: April 24, 1997, 2:05 p.m. TRD-9705503 Wednesday, May 7, 1997, 11:00 a.m. 4380 Spindletop, Fiesta Room Abilene Office on Services to Persons with Disabilities Regional Consumer Meeting AGENDA: This is part of a statewide series of consumer meetings with the goal of providing a more effective vehicle for receiving consumer and advocate input about policies, programs, and services for Texans with disabilities. Contact: Beverly Young, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714-9030, (512) 438- 3233. Filed: April 24, 1997, 2:05 p.m. TRD-9705502 Texas Department of Insurance Friday, May 9, 1997, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-97-0762.C. To consider whether disciplinary action should be taken against ROBERT F. MORIN, Corpus Christi, Texas, who holds a Group I, Legal Reserve Life Insurance Agent's License issued by the Texas Department of Insurance. Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328. Filed: April 28, 1997, 8:12 a.m. TRD-9705572 Monday, May 12, 1997, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-97-0068.C. To consider whether disciplinary action should be taken against ROBERT WAYNE GAYLORD, JR. Dallas, Texas, who holds a Local Recording Agent's License issued by the Texas Department of Insurance. Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328. Filed: April 28, 1997, 8:11 a.m. TRD-9705571 Monday, May 12, 1997, 1:00 p.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-97-0791.C. To consider whether a cease and desist order should be entered against HUGH MAXWELL ROTH and HUGH MAXWELL ROTH, dba THE GENERAL AGENCY, Dallas, and Plano, Texas, for engaging in the unauthorized business of insurance in violation of Article 1.14-1, sec.3(B) of the Texas Insurance Code. Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328. Filed: April 28, 1997, 8:11 a.m. TRD-9705570 Tuesday, May 13, 1997, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-97-0808.C. To consider whether disciplinary action should be taken against OLIVER HENRY, JR., DeSoto, Texas, who holds a Group I Legal Reserve Life Insurance Agent's License, issued by the Texas Department of Insurance; To consider the application of OLIVER HENRY, JR., DeSoto, Texas, for a Prepaid Legal Services License to be issued by the Texas Department of Insurance. Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328. Filed: April 28, 1997, 8:11 a.m. TRD-9705569 Tuesday, May 13, 1997, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-96-1712.C. In the Matter of TERRY W. ALBRACHT, Springtown and San Antonio, Texas. Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328. Filed: April 28, 1997, 8:11 a.m. TRD-9705568 Tuesday, May 13, 1997, 2:00 p.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-97-0809.C. To consider whether disciplinary action should be taken against JAIME G. GOMEZ, II, Katy, Texas, who holds a Group II, Insurance Agent's License issued by the Texas Department of Insurance. Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328. Filed: April 28, 1997, 8:10 a.m. TRD-9705567 Wednesday, May 14, 1997, 10:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-96-2458.C. To consider whether disciplinary action should be taken against SAMUEL RUSS, Texas City, Texas, who holds a Group I, Legal Reserve Life Insurance Agent's License and Local Recording Agent's License issued by the Texas Department of Insurance. Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328. Filed: April 28, 1997, 8:10 a.m. TRD-9705566 Thursday, May 15, 1997, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-97-0508.D. To consider allegations by the Texas Department of Insurance against AETNA DENTAL CARE OF TEXAS, INC. Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328. Filed: April 28, 1997, 8:10 a.m. TRD-9705565 Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Thursday, May 8, 1997, 10:00 a.m. E.O. Thompson Building, 920 Colorado, Fourth Floor Conference Room Austin Enforcement Division, Talent Agencies AGENDA: According to the complete agenda, the Department will hold an Administrative Hearing to consider the possible assessment of administrative penalties against the Respondent, Khristine Model Casting, for operating as a talent agency without first obtaining a certificate of registration (two counts), in violation of 16 Texas Administrative Code (TAC, sec.78.20(a), pursuant to the Texas Revised Civil Statutes Annotated, Articles 5221a-9 (the Act) and 9100, the Texas Government Code, Chapter 2001, (APA); and 16 TAC Chapter 78. Contact: Paula Hamje, 920 Colorado, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463-3192. Filed: April 28, 1997, 9:17 a.m. TRD-9705583 Friday, May 9, 1997, 1:00 p.m. E.O. Thompson Building, 920 Colorado, Fourth Floor Conference Room Austin Architectural Barriers Advisory Committee AGENDA: I. Call to Order II. Introductions of New Members III. Record of Attendance IV. Approval of Minutes V. Staff Reports A. TDLR Architectural Barriers Organizational Chart B. Department of Justice Certification C. Pending Legislation D. Architectural Barriers Activity Summary 1. Reviews 2. Inspections 3. Complaints 4. Independent Contract Provider Interface VI. Public Comment VII. Subcommittee Reports A. Rules Subcommittee B. Program Review Subcommittee C. Standards Subcommittee D. Texas Department of Transportation Proposal Subcommittee E. Texas Department of Parks and Wildlife Proposal Subcommittee F. Enforcement Subcommittee VIII. New Business IX. Schedule Next Meeting X. Adjourn Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons who plan to attend this meeting and require ADA assistance are requested to contact Caroline Jackson at (512) 463-7348 two working days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangments can be made. Contact: Rick Baudoin, 920 Colorado, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463-3519. Filed: April 28, 1997, 9:05 a.m. TRD-9705581 Texas Lottery Commission Monday, May 5, 1997, 9:00 a.m. 333 Guadalupe, Texas Department of Insurance, First Floor Auditorium Austin AGENDA: According to the agenda summary, the Chair will call the meeting to order; approval of minutes: report by Bingo Advisory Committee Chair and possible discussion and/or action on Bingo Advisory Committee activities; Consideration and possible action to remove Bingo Advisory Committee members for non- attendance from the Committee, to appoint members to the Bingo Advisory Committee for the current vacancies and/or to designate a present member as Vice-Chair of the Bingo Advisory Committee; consideration and possible action on proposed amendments to 16 TAC sec.402.567; report, discussion, and possible action on Executive Director search and/or the executive search firm procurement, including RFP to obtain services of a search firm to identify applicants for the executive search firm procurement, including RFP to obtain services of a search firm to identify applicants for the executive director; status report on RFPs for lottery operator contract; status report on RFPs for lottery operator consultant; status report on RFPs for audit services to audit current lottery operator; report, discussion and possible action on status of Radio Network Production Services Contract; report, discussion, and possible action concerning proposed legislation; report, consideration and possible action on retailer incentive program; discussion and possible action on report by division directors regarding divisions' resources and status of projects; report, discussion, and possible action on status of relocation of Lottery headquarters; consideration of status and possible entry of orders in contested cases: consideration and possible action on document entitled "Motion for Rehearing" submitted by 6937 North IH35 Ltd. regarding protest; may meet in Executive Session; return to open session for further deliberation and possible action on any matter discussed in Executive Session: report by Acting Executive Director and possible discussion and/or action: adjourn. For ADA assistance, call Michelle Guerrero at (512) 323-3791 at least two days prior to meeting. Contact: Michelle Guerrero, P.O. Box 16630, Austin, Texas 78761-6630, (512) 371- 4935. Filed: April 25, 1997, 3:16 p.m. TRD-9705551 Texas Low-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal Authority Thursday, May 15, 1997, 3:00 p.m. 7701 North Lamar Boulevard, Suite 300 Austin Board of Directors, Budget Committee AGENDA: The committee will discuss budget adjustments for FY 1997 and review an audit. Contact: Lawrence R. Jacobi, Jr. 7701 North Lamar Boulevard, Suite 300, Austin, Texas 78752, (512) 451-5292. Filed: April 28, 1997, 9:44 a.m. TRD-9705591 Friday, May 16, 1997, 1:30 p.m. Room 118, Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 Congress Avenue Austin Board of Directors AGENDA: The board will begin their quarterly meeting with an executive session to receive advice of the Authority's attorneys concerning contemplated litigation related to the Authority's license application pending before the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (TNRCC). The board will open the meeting to the public to approve minutes of their previous meeting; receive reports of the board's budget committee; hear the general manager's reports on the year-to-date financial status, budget adjustments for FY97, the Authority's legislative appropriation request, and the status of the possible sale of revenue bonds; discuss status of the license hearings before SOAH, discuss potential legislation for the 75th Legislature, discuss the status of the Texas and other federal low-level waste compacts; be given status reports on the demonstration cap project at the Faskin Ranch disposal site, discuss the status of the environmental monitoring laboratory selection, and review quarterly contract reports; hear a report on the community development and county working groups, public information program, and the quality assurance program. The board will consider: approval of the adoption of a proposed amendment to the Hudspeth County Master Plan; possible adoption of proposed amendments to the contract with UTEP and Dames and Moore; and consideration of the possible approval of an interagency contract with the TNRCC for hearing costs; and the board will consider the approval of notice of rulemaking concerning use of the Texas facility by in-state waste generators. The board will hear public comments before adjourning. Contact: Lawrence R. Jacobi, Jr. 7701 North Lamar Boulevard, Suite 300, Austin, Texas 78752, (512) 451-5292. Filed: April 28, 1997, 9:44 a.m. TRD-9705593 Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners Thursday, May 1, 1997, 1:30 p.m. 333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Suite 225 Austin Licensure Committee AGENDA: Call to order Roll Call Review of licensure applicants referred to the licensure committee by the Executive Director for determinations of eligibility for licensure Discussion and possible action on proposed amendments to licensure rules. Review of physician applicants for permanent licensure Executive session under the authority of the Open Meetings Act, sec.551.071 of the Government Code and Article 4495b, and Article 4495b-1, sec.4(h), Texas Revised Civil Statutes and Article 22 of the Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 185.3(h). Contact: Pat Wood, P.O. Box 2018, Austin, Texas 78768-2018, (512) 305-7016; fax: (512) 305-7008. Filed: April 23, 1997, 3:08 p.m. TRD-9705447 Friday, May 2, 1997, 8:30 a.m. 333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Suite 225 Austin Long Range Planning Committee AGENDA: Call to order/ Roll call Financial Report Legislative Update Contact: Pat Wood, P.O. Box 2018, Austin, Texas 78768-2018, (512) 305-7016; fax: (512) 305-7008. Filed: April 23, 1997, 3:08 p.m. TRD-9705448 Friday, May 2, 1997, 9:30 a.m. 333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Suite 225 Austin Disciplinary Committee AGENDA: Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding rules for disciplinary guidelines. Executive session to review selected investigative files and cases recommended for dismissal by informal Settlement Conference/Show Compliance proceedings or staff. Executive session under the authority of the Open Meetings Act, sec.551.071 of the Government Code and Article 4495b, and Article 4495b-1, sec.4(h), Texas Revised Civil Statutes and Article 22 of the Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 185.3(h). Contact: Pat Wood, P.O. Box 2018, Austin, Texas 78768-2018, (512) 305-7016; fax: (512) 305-7008. Filed: April 23, 1997, 3:08 p.m. TRD-9705445 Friday, May 2, 1997, 1:30 p.m. 333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Suite 225 Austin Board of Physician Assistant Examiners AGENDA: Call to order and roll call Proposal for decision Update from Center for Rural Health Initiatives on Loan Reimbursement Program Consideration and Approval of Agreed Order Request for Termination of Agreed Order Consideration and Approval of Rehabilitation order Approval of minutes from previous Board meetings Executive Director's Report Reports and recommendations from the Long Range Planning Committee, Licensure Committee, Disciplinary Committee Contact: Pat Wood, P.O. Box 2018, Austin, Texas 78768-2018, (512) 305-7016; fax: (512) 305-7008. Filed: April 23, 1997, 3:08 p.m. TRD-9705446 Texas Mental Health and Mental Retardation Board Tuesday, May 6, 1997, 11:30 a.m. 909 West 45th Street, Auditorium Austin AGENDA: I. Call to Order: roll call II. Citizen's Comments III. Issues to be Considered 1. Executive Session under Texas Government Code sec.551.071 to Discuss Potential and Pending Litigation, Institute of Cognitive Development, Develo- cepts, Inc. and Carroll Stroman, dba Bitter Creek Farm vs. Texas Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation. 2. Consideration and Possible Action Concerning the Emergency Adoption of New 25 TAC sec.sec.406.151, 406.155, and 406.156 of Chapter 406, Subchapter D, Governing ICF/MR Programs; Reimbursement Methodology, and the Contemporaneous Repeal of Existing 25 TAC sec.sec.406.151, 406.155, and 406.156 of Chapter 406, Subchapter D, Governing ICF/MR Programs; Reimbursement Methodology, Including Possible Finding that Imminent Peril to Public Health, Safety or Welfare Requires Adoption on an Emergency Basis. If ADA assistance or deaf interpreters are required, notify TXMHMR, (512) 206- 4506 (voice of RELAY TEXAS), Ellen Hurst, 72 hours prior to the meeting. Contact: Ellen Hurst, P.O. Box 12668, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 206-4506. Filed: April 25, 1997, 8:16 a.m. TRD-9705516 Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Tuesday, May 6, 1997, 10:00 a.m. Guadalupe Valley Telephone Co-op, Auditorium, 100 FM 3159 New Braunfels AGENDA: For a hearing before an administrative law judge of the State Office of Administrative Hearings on an application filed with the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission by CANYON LAKE WATER SUPPLY CORPORATION to amend its Certificate of Convenience and Necessity Number 10692 which authorizes the provision of water utility service in Comal County, Texas. The proposed utility service re is located around Canyon Lake and is generally bounded on the east by Hayes County, on the north by Blanco County, on the west by Kendall County and on the south by Cibilo Creek. The totl area being requested includes approximately 4,000 potential new customers presently on well water. SOAH Docket Number 582-97-0725. Contact: Pablo Carrasquillo, P.O. Box 13025, Austin, Texas 78711-3025; (512) 475-3445. Filed: April 23, 1997, 3:23 p.m. TRD-9705452 Wednesday, May 7, 1997, 9:00 a.m. National Resource Center, Room 1003, 6300 Ocean Drive, Texas A&M University Corpus Christi Local Governments Advisory Committee, Corpus Christi Bay National Estuary Program AGENDA: I. Call to Order/Introductions/Minutes II. Program Update and Timeline of CCMP Development III. Summary of Goals and Objectives IV. Key Contracts with Municipalities and Incorporating Local Needs into the CBBP V. Garnering Local Support for the CBBP VI. Additional Items/Adjourn Contact: Richard Volk, TAMU-CC, 6300 Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi, Texas 78412, (512) 980-3420. Filed: April 23, 1997, 3:56 p.m. TRD-9705460 Monday, May 12, 1997, 10:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Room 1100 Austin AGENDA: For a hearing before an administrative law judge of the State Office of Administrative Hearings on an application filed with the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission by BLACKLAND WATER SUPPLY CORPORATION to amend its Certificate of Convenience and Necessity Number 11305 which authorizes the provision of water utility service in Rockwall and Hunt Counties, Texas. The applicant also proposed to decertify a portion of CCN Number 10815 issued to Poetry Water Supply Corporation. The proposed utility service area is located approximately five miles southeast of downtown Rockwall, Texas and is generally bounded on the north by IH30 and SH 66, on the east by FM 548, on the south by FM 550 and on the west by FM 549. The total area being requested includes approximately 12,600 acres and 991 current customers. SOAH Docket Number 582-97- 0818. Staff has requested consolidation of this case with pending applications by the City of Fate and the City of Royce City. Contact: Pablo Carrasquillo, P.O. Box 13025, Austin, Texas 78711-3025; (512) 475-3445. Filed: April 23, 1997, 3:24 p.m. TRD-9705451 Tuesday, May 13, 1997, 10:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Room 1100 Austin AGENDA: For a hearing before an administrative law judge of the State Office of Administrative Hearings on an application filed with the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission by WEST CEDAR CREEK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT (MUD) against the City of Trinidad (City) for a cease and desist order. West Cedar Creek MUD (Certificate of Convenience and Necessity Number 11499) is requesting that the City (Certificate of Convenience and Necessity Number 11732) stop providing or attempting to provide water service to the Lakeside Baptist Church, two meters to Cecil Couch and any other customers located in West Cedar Creek MUD's water service area in Henderson County, Texas. SOAH Docket Number 582-97- 0724. Contact: Pablo Carrasquillo, P.O. Box 13025, Austin, Texas 78711-3025; (512) 475-3445. Filed: April 23, 1997, 10:44 a.m. TRD-9705436 Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Tuesday, May 13, 1997, 1:00 p.m. Parks and Wildlife Headquarters, Commission Hearing Room, 4200 Smith School Road Austin Operation Game Thief Committee AGENDA: Approval of Committee Minutes from the November 19, 1996 Public Meeting; Financial Report; Consideration of Reward Payments; Next Meeting Date; Discussion Items: a. Awareness Events Report, b. Current Projects Update, c. Future Projects. Contact: Andrew Sansom, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744 Filed: April 24, 1997, 4:37 p.m. TRD-9705501 Texas State Board of Pharmacy Tuesday, May 6, 1997, upon conclusion of Board Meeting, 3:00 p.m. 333 Guadalupe Street, Suite 2-225 Austin Search Committee AGENDA: (1) Following adjournment of the Board Business Meeting, a three-member Board Search Committee will convene and conduct an Executive Session to discuss employment of a new Executive Director. Contact: Gay Dodson, R. PH., William P. Hobby Building, Suite 3-600, 333 Guadalupe, Austin, Texas 78701-3942, (512) 305-8027, fax: (512) 305-8075. Filed: April 24, 1997, 8:45 a.m. TRD-9705482 Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners Saturday, May 3, 1997, 11:00 a.m. San Antonio Marriott/River Walk San Antonio Investigations Committee AGENDA: I. Call to Order II. Review and possible action regarding the following cases: 97041, 97091, 97092, 97029, 97165, 96159, 97079, 97105, 97120, 97123, 97053, 97131, 97133, 97135, 97136, 97044, 97128, 97051, 97129, 97132, 97130, 97097, 97102. III. Adjourn Contact: Gerard Swain, 333 Guadalupe, Suite 2-510, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 305-6900. Filed: April 23, 1997, 3:42 p.m. TRD-9705457 Railroad Commission of Texas Tuesday, May 6, 1997, 9:30 a.m. 1701 North Congress Avenue, First Floor Conference room 1-111 Austin AGENDA: According to the complete agenda, the Railroad Commission of Texas will consider various applications and other matters filed with the Texas Register within the jurisdiction of the agency including oral arguments at the time specified on the agenda. The Railroad Commission of Texas may consider the procedural status of any contested case if 60 days or more have elapsed from the date the hearing was closed or from the date the transcript was received. The Commission may meet in Executive Session on any items listed above as authorized by the Open Meetings Act. Contact: Lindil C. Fowler, Jr., P.O. Box 12967, Austin, Texas 78711-2967, (512) 463-7033. Filed: April 25, 1997, 1:26 p.m. TRD-9705534 Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners Friday, May 9, 1997, 9:30 a.m. Exchange Building, Room S402, Texas Department of Health, 8407 Wall Street Austin Complaints Committee AGENDA: The committee will discuss and possibly act on: Introduction of Michael McClendon, program attorney; approval of minutes from the February 28, 1997 meeting; comments/changes regarding the draft of Sanction Guildelines; pending complaints (waiting for hearings -- SW-96-077 (LW); SW-96-038 (KN); SW-95-044 (CM); SW-95-080 (MM); and SW-96-052 (KM); pending complaints (waiting for board approval of agreed orders -- SW-96-007 (TB); and SW-97-028 (JS); pending complaints (SW-95-044; SW-96-099; SW-97-010; SW-97-015; SW-97-018; SW-97-022; SW-97-024; SW-97-031; SW-97-032; SW-97-033; SW-97-034; SW-97-035; SW-97-036; SW- 97-037; SW-97-038; SW-97-039; SW-97-041; SW-97-042; SW-97-043; SW-97-045; SW-97- 048; SW-97-050; SW-97-051; SW-97-052; SW-97-053; SW-97-054; SW-97-055; SW-97-056; SW-97-057; SW-97-058; SW-97-059; SW-97-060; SW-97-061; SW-97-062; SW- 97-063; SW-97-064; SW-97-065; SW-97-066; SW-97-067; SW-97-068; SW-97-069; SW-97- 070) presentation by Sheri Larivee, complainant on SW-97-009 (this case was closed in December 1996); alternative dispute resolution (example case SW-97- 031); schedule next meeting on June 13-14, 1997 in conjunction with board meeting; and suggestions and comments regarding the complaint process. To request an accommodation under the ADA, please contact Suzzanna Currier, ADA Coordinator in the Office of Civil Rights at (512) 458-7627 or TDD at (512) 458- 7708 at least two days prior to the meeting. Contact: Shirley Bibles, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 719- 3521. Filed: April 28, 1997, 9:20 a.m. TRD-9705587 Texas State Technical College System Thursday, May 1, 1997, 10:00 a.m. TSTC System, 3801 Campus Drive Waco Board of Regents Executive Committee AGENDA: The Executive Committee of the Board of Regents will meet by conference call to discuss and take action on the following: Execution of Change Order to Increase Twelve Classrooms of the Science and Technology Building at Texas State Technical College, Harlingen. Contact: Sandra Krumnow, 3801 Campus Drive, Waco, Texas 76705, (817) 867-3964. Filed: April 25, 1997, 2:01 p.m. TRD-9705538 The University of Texas System Tuesday, April 29, 1997, 9:30 a.m. 201 West 7th Street, Ninth Floor, Ashbel Smith Hall Austin Board of Regents AGENDA: The Board of Regents of the University of Texas System will convene in Open Session via telephone conference call and immediately recess to Executive Session as permitted by Chapter 551, sec.551.073 of the Texas Government Code to deliberate a negotiated contract for a prospective gift to the University of Texas at Austin. The Board will then reconvene in Open Session to formalize any action resulting from these deliberations. Contact: Arthur H. Dilly, 201 West Seventh Street, Austin, Texas 78701-2981, (512) 499-4402. Filed: April 25, 1997, 3:06 p.m. TRD-9705545 The University of Houston System Monday, May 5, 1997, 11:00 a.m. Conference Room One, 1600 Smith, Suite 3400, UH System Offices Austin Board of Regents- Various Committees AGENDA: May 5, 1997- Risk Management -- 11:00 a.m.; Executive -- 11:30 a.m. Contact: Peggy Cervenka, 1600 Smith, Suite 3400, Houston, Texas 77002, (713) 754-7440. Filed: April 28, 1997, 9:35 a.m. TRD-9705588 Regional Meetings Meetings filed April 23, 1997 Central Texas Opportunities, Inc., Board of Directors, met at 1200 South Frio, Coleman, April 29, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Barbara E. Metcalf, P.O. Box 820, Coleman, Texas 76834, (915) 625-4167. TRD-9705435. Education Service Center, Region XIII, Board of Directors, met at 5701 Springdale Road, Room 205, Austin, April 28, 1997 at 12:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Dr. Roy C. Benavides, 5701 Springdale Road, Austin, Texas 78723, (512) 919-5300. TRD-9705440. Gregg Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board, met at 1333 East Harrison Road, Longview, April 29, 1997 at 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Marvin F. Hahn, Jr., 1333 East Harrison Road, Longview, Texas 75604-5537, (903) 238-8823. TRD-9705437. Martin County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 308 North Saint Peter, Stanton, April 28, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Elaine Stanley, P.O. Box 1349, Stanton, Texas 79782, (915) 756-2823. TRD- 9705438. Middle Rio Grande Development Council, Texas Review and Comment System Committee, met at 920 East Main, Holiday Inn Sage Room, Uvalde, April 30, 1997 at 3:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Tammye Carpinteyro, 209 North Getty Street, Uvalde, Texas 78801, (210) 278-4151, fax: (210) 278-2929. TRD- 9705439. San Patricio County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, will meet at 1146 East Market Street, Sinton, May 8, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Kathryn Vermillion, P.O. Box 938, Sinton, Texas 78387, (512) 364- 5402. TRD-9705454. West Texas Municipal Power Agency, Board of Directors, met at Norwest Bank Building, 1500 Broadway, (14th Floor of Lubbock Club). Lubbock, April 30, 1997 at 11:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from J. Robert Massengale, P.O. Box 2000, Lubbock, Texas 79457, (806) 767-2500. TRD-9705441. Meetings filed April 24, 1997 Cash Water Supply Corporation, Board of Directors, met at Corporation Office, FM 1564 at Highway 34, Greenville, April 29, 1997, at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Eddy W. Daniel, P.O. Box 8129, Greenville, Texas 75404-8129, (903) 883-2695. TRD-9705524 Houston-Galveston Area Council, (ARECO), Board of Directors, met at 3555 Timmons Lane, Conference Room C, Second Floor, Houston, April 28, 1997 at 9:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Mary Gonzalez, 3555 Timmons Lane, Suite 500, Houston, Texas 77027, (713) 627-3200. TRD-9705467. Houston-Galveston Area Council, Board of Directors, met at 3555 Timmons Lane, Conference Room C, Second Floor, Houston, April 28, 1997 at 9:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Mary Gonzalez, 3555 Timmons Lane, Suite 500, Houston, Texas 77027, (713) 627-3200. TRD-9705468. Trinity River Authority of Texas, Central Regional Wastewater System Right-of- Way Committee, met at 5300 South Collins Street, Arlington, April 30, 1997 at 10:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from James L. Murphy, P.O. Box 60, Arlington, Texas 76004, (817) 467-4343. TRD-9705509 Meetings filed April 25, 1997 Bi-County Water Supply Corporation met at Bi-County Office, Arch Davis Road, (FM 2254), April 28, 1997, at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Janell Larson, P.O. Box 848, Pittsburg, Texas 75686, (903) 856-5840. TRD-9705553. Carson County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 102 Main Street, Panhandle, April 30, 1997 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Donita Davis, Box 970, Panhandle, Texas 79068, (806) 537-3569. TRD-9705520. Central Texas Council of Governments, Solid Waste Advisory Committee, will meet at 302 East Central, Classroom, Belton, May 20, 1997, at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Jennifer Lawyer Belton, P.O. Box 729, Belton, Texas 76513, (817) 933-7075, extension 208, TRD-9705519. Community Action Committee of Victoria, Texas, Executive Committee Called meeting, met at 1501 North DeLeon, Suite A, Victoria, April 29, 1997, at 2:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Vicki Smith, 1501 North DeLeon, Suite A, Victoria, Texas 77902- 2142, (512) 578-2989. TRD-9705554. Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Legislative Ad Hoc Committee, met in Conference Room B, 1401 Pacific Avenue, Dallas, April 29, 1997 at 11:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Paula Bailey, DART, P.O. Box 660163, Dallas, Texas 75266-0163, (214) 749-3256. TRD-9705557. Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Special Committee-of-the-Whole/Financial Planning, met in Conference Room C, 1401 Pacific Avenue, Dallas, April 29, 1997 at 11:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Paula Bailey, DART, P.O. Box 660163, Dallas, Texas 75266-0163, (214) 749-3256. TRD-9705555. Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Planning Ad Hoc Committee, met in Conference Room B, 1401 Pacific Avenue, Dallas, April 29, 1997 at 5:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Paula Bailey, DART, P.O. Box 660163, Dallas, Texas 75266-0163, (214) 749-3256. TRD-9705556. Deep East Texas Local Workforce Development Board, Rapid Response Study Committee, met at 3215 South Medford Drive, Lufkin, April 29, 1997 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Charlene Meadows, P.O. Box 1423, Lufkin, Texas 75901, (409) 634-4432. TRD-9705526. East Texas Council of Governments, Executive Committee, met at 3800 Stone Road, Kilgore, May 1, 1997 at 12:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Glynn Knight, 3800 Stone Road, Kilgore, Texas 75662, (903) 984-8641. TRD-9705550. Harris County Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board, will meet at 2800 North Loop West, Eighth Floor, Houston, May 2, 1997 at 8:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Bob Gee, 2800 North Loop West, Houston, Texas 77092, (713) 957- 5222. TRD-9705532. Liberty County Central Appraisal District, Board of Directors, (rescheduled from April 23, 1997), met at 315 Main Street, Liberty, May 1, 1997 at 9:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Sherry Greak, P.O. Box 10016, Liberty, Texas, 77575, (409) 336-5722. TRD-9705561. Lower Colorado River Authority, Board of Directors and Finance and Administration Committee, met at 1405 Willow Street, Riverside Conference Center, Texas Building, Bastrop, May 1, 1997 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Glen E. Taylor, P.O. Box 220, Austin, Texas 78767, (512) 473-3287. TRD-9705560. Middle Rio Grande Development Council, Executive Committee, met at Holiday Inn, Sage Room, 920 East Main, Uvalde, April 29, 1997 at 6:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Leodoro Martinez, P.O. Box 1199, Carrizo Springs, Texas 78834, (210) 876-3533. TRD-9705548. Middle Rio Grande Development Council, Board of Directors, met at Holiday Inn, Sage Room, 920 East Main, Uvalde, April 30, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Leodoro Martinez, P.O. Box 1199, Carrizo Springs, Texas 78834, (210) 876-3533.TRD-9705547. Middle Rio Grande Development Council, Nominating Committee, met at Holiday Inn, Sage Room, 920 East Main, Uvalde, April 30, 1997 at 3:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Leodoro Martinez, P.O. Box 1199, Carrizo Springs, Texas 78834, (210) 876-3533. TRD-9705546. Sabine River Authority, Board, met at Fredonia Hotel, 200 Fredonia Street, Nacogdoches, May 1, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Sam F. Collins, P.O. Box 579, Orange, Texas 77630, (409) 746-3200. TRD-9705517. Sharon Water Supply Corporation, Board of Directors, met at the Office of Sharon Water Supply Corporation, Route 5, Winnsboro, April 28, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Gerald Brewer, Route 5, Box 50361, Winnsboro, Texas 75494, (903) 342-3525. TRD-9705518. TML Group Benefits Risk Pool, Board of Trustees, met at Hilton Resort, Palmeto Dunes, Hilton Head, South Carolina, May 1, 1997 at 8:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Gayle Gardner, 1821 Rutherford Lane, Suite 300, Austin, Texas 78754, (512) 719-6521. TRD-9705527.