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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). State Office of Administrative Hearings Monday, September 29, 1997, 1:00 p.m. 1700 North Congress Avenue Austin Utility Division AGENDA: A Prehearing conference is scheduled for the above date and time in: SOAH Docket Number 473-97-1688 -- Petition of SOUTHWESTERN PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY for Authority to Surcharge Under-Recoveries of Fuel Expenses and for a Related Good Cause Waiver (PUC Docket Number 17410). Contact: William G. Newchurch, P.O. Box 13025, Austin 78711-3025; (512) 936- 0728. Filed: September 18, 1997, 10:29 a.m. TRD-9712441 Texas Department on Aging Wednesday, October 8, 1997, 10:00 a.m. 4900 North Lamar Boulevard, Room 3501 Austin Area Agency on Aging Operations Committee AGENDA: Call to order. Minutes of last meeting. Corrective Action Plan and time line to ensure accuracy of future performance measure reporting to Legislative Budget Board Rulemaking philosophy Performance standard protocol. Adjourn. Contact: Mary Sapp, P.O. Box 12786, Austin, Texas 78751, (512) 424-6840. Filed: September 19, 1997, 3:53 p.m. TRD-9712552 Thursday, October 9, 1997, 10:00 a.m. 4900 North Lamar Boulevard, Room 1530 Austin Planning Committee AGENDA: Consider and possibly act on: Call to order. Minutes of September 10, 1997 meeting. Access and Assistance vision with discussion of potential new position paper. Issues docket Current Strategic Plan elements. Aging Texas Well Project Current operating environment Adjourn Contact: Mary Sapp, P.O. Box 12786, Austin, Texas 78751, (512) 424-6840. Filed: September 19, 1997, 3:58 p.m. TRD-9712554 Texas Department of Agriculture Tuesday, September 30, 1997, 10:00 a.m. 1700 North Congress, Room 924A Austin AGENDA: Administrative hearing to review alleged violation of Texas Department of Agriculture Code Annotated sec.sec.103.001-.015 (Vernon Supplement 1997) by Produce International, Inc., as petitioned by Leona Valley Produce. Contact: Dolores Alvarado Hibbs, P.O. Box 12847, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463- 7583. Filed: September 16, 1997, 2:44 p.m. TRD-9712325 Texas Agricultural Experiment Station Tuesday, September 30, 1997, 10:00 a.m. Texas A&M University, Rudder Tower, Room 510 College Station Feed and Fertilizer Control Service Advisory Task Force AGENDA: Review the Feed and Fertilizer Control Services' statutory and regulatory authority. Review the Feed and Fertilizer Control Services's scope and mission. Contact: James G. Butler, College Station, Texas 77843-2147, (409) 845-7980. Filed: September 19, 1997, 10:38 a.m. TRD-9712484 Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission Friday, September 26, 1997, 1:30 p.m. 5806 Mesa Drive, Suite 185 Austin AGENDA: 1:30 p.m.- Call to order, Convene in open meeting. Announcement of executive session. 1. Executive session: a. briefing regarding operation of the general counsel's office Continue open meeting. 2. Take action, including a vote if appropriate, on topics listed for discussion under executive session. 3. Recognition of agency employees with 20 or more years of service. 4. Approval of minutes of August 5, 1997 meeting; discussion, comment, possible vote. 5. Administrator's report. 6. Consider publication of proposed new 16 TAC sec.33.7 in Texas Register; discussion, comment, possible vote. (Warning Sign Requirements) 7. Consider publication of new 16 TAC sec.37.46 in Texas Register; discussion, comment, possible vote. (Public Participation in Hearings) 8. Consider publication of proposed new 16 TAC sec.37.61 in Texas Register; discussion, comment, possible vote. (Suspensions) 9. Public comment. 10. Adjourn. Contact: Doyne Bailey, P.O. Box 13127, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 206-3217. Filed: September 17, 1997, 8:25 a.m. TRD-9712347 Texas Council on Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Wednesday, September 24, 1997, 10:00 a.m. Main Building, Room G-107, Texas Department of Health, 1100 West 49th Street Austin AGENDA: The Council will discuss and possibly act on: approval of the minutes of the February 17, 1997 meeting; update (House Bills 2509 and 2510); mental health on aging coalition; biennial report; governor's conference on aging; announcements and public comments. To request ADA accommodation, please contact Suzzanna C. Currier, ADA Coordinator in the Office of Civil Rights at (512) 458-7627 or TDD at (512) 458- 7708 at least four days prior to the meeting. Contact: Veronda L. Durden, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 458-7534. Filed: September 16, 1997, 9:49 a.m. TRD-9712305 Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired Friday, September 26, 1997, 8:15 a.m. 1100 West 45th Street, Room 116 Austin Board of Trustees, Subcommittee on Finance and Audit AGENDA: Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of Minutes from August 1, 1997 Finance Issues 1. Nolan County Farm Contracts 2. Draft Policy CDCA- Gifts and Donations-Legacy Fund 3. Legacy Revenue Report 4. Investments Report 5. Legacy Budget Report 6. Operating Revenue Report 7. Operating Budget Report 8. Contingency Fund Report 9. Fiscal Year 1997-1998 Operating Budget 10. Fiscal Year 1997-1998 Legacy Budget Audit Items 1. Report from Internal Auditor Contact: Marjorie L. Heaton, 1100 West 45th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 206-9133. Filed: September 17, 1997, 8:25 a.m. TRD-9712348 Friday, September 26, 1997, 9:00 a.m. 1100 West 45th Street, Room 116 Austin Board of Trustees, Subcommittee on Finance and Audit AGENDA: Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of Minutes from August 1, 1997 Finance Issues 1. Nolan County Farm Contracts 2. Draft Policy CDCA- Gifts and Donations-Legacy Fund 3. Legacy Revenue Report 4. Investments Report 5. Legacy Budget Report 6. Operating Revenue Report 7. Operating Budget Report 8. Contingency Fund Report 9. Fiscal Year 1997-1998 Operating Budget 10. Fiscal Year 1997-1998 Legacy Budget Audit Items 1. Report from Internal Auditor Contact: Marjorie L. Heaton, 1100 West 45th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 206-9133. Filed: September 17, 1997, 8:25 a.m. TRD-9712349 Friday, September 26, 1997, 9:00 a.m. 1100 West 45th Street, Room 110 Austin Board of Trustees, Subcommittee on Policies AGENDA: 1. Review and Discussion of Policies on September 26, 1997 Agenda: BDA- School Board Internal Organization: Board Officers and Officials (Amend) BDAB- Officers and Officials: Duties and Requirements of President (Amend) BDB- Board Internal Organization: Committees (Amend) CDCA- Other Revenues: gifts and Donations: Legacy Fund (Adopt) CE- Annual Operating Budget (Amend) CF- Accounting (Amend) CFA- Accounting: Financial Reports and Statements (Amend) CFC- Accounting: Audits (Amend) CFEA- Payroll Procedures: Salary Deductions (Amend) CRB- Board Member and Officer Liability Insurance (Amend) DAFA- Personnel Welfare: Health (Amend) DBDA- Conflict of Interest: Dual Employment (Amend) DEC- Compensation and Benefits: Leaves and Absences (Amend) DECA- Leaves and Absences: Sick Leave Pooling (Amend) DFAC- Probationary Contracts: Return to Probationary Status (Amend) DNA- Performance Appraisal: Evaluation of Teachers (Amend) DNB- Performance Appraisal: Evaluation of Other Professional Employees (Amend) DNB-E- Performance Appraisal: Evaluation of Other Professional Employees (Amend) EMJ- Miscellaneous Instructional Policies: Management of Student Behavior (Adopt) FFAB- Health Requirements and Services: Immunizations (Amend) FFAC- Health Requirements and Services: Medical Treatment (Amend) FFHA- Student Welfare: Sexuality (Amend) FL- Student Records (Amend) GE- Relations with Parents or Parents' Organizations (Amend) Contact: Marjorie L. Heaton, 1100 West 45th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 206-9133. Filed: September 17, 1997, 8:53 a.m. TRD-9712371 Friday, September 26, 1997, 9:00 a.m. 1100 West 45th Street, Room 151 Austin Board of Trustees, Subcommittee on Personnel AGENDA: 1. Consideration of Personnel Policies: DAFA- Personnel Welfare: Health DBDA- Conflict of Interest: Dual Employment DEC- Compensation and Benefits: Leaves and Absences DECA- Leaves and Absences: Sick Leave Pooling DFAC- Probationary Contracts: Return to Probationary Status (Amend) DNA- Performance Appraisal: Evaluation of Teachers (Amend) DNB- Performance Appraisal: Evaluation of Other Professional Employees (Amend) DNB-E- Performance Appraisal: Evaluation of Other Professional Employees (Amend) 2. Approval of new contract staff Steve Allen Maylene Tompkins Michelle Rule Ann Furney Denise Elliot 3. Consideration of Approval of a Teacher Appraisal System Contact: Marjorie L. Heaton, 1100 West 45th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 206-9133. Filed: September 17, 1997, 9:11 a.m. TRD-9712376 Friday, September 26, 1997, 10:00 a.m. 1100 West 45th Street, Room 116 Austin Board of Trustees AGENDA: Approval of Minutes of August 1-2, 1997 Board Meeting; Approval of Board Policies; Consideration of Approval of TSBVI Organizational Chart; Consideration of Approval of Consultants' Contracts over $5,000; Consideration of Approval of a Teacher Appraisal System; Consideration of Approval of Appointment of a Textbook Committee Contact: Marjorie L. Heaton, 1100 West 45th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 206-9133. Filed: September 17, 1997, 9:35 a.m. TRD-9712381 Texas Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Friday, September 26, 1997, 9:00 a.m. Brown Heatly Building, Room 7230, 4900 North Lamar Austin AGENDA: Call to Order; Establish a Quorum; Public Comment. Members of the public are invited to make comments not to exceed five minutes on subjects relevant to the business of the Commission; Approval of Minutes of July 25, 1997 Meeting (ACTION); Executive Director's Report including Discussion and Possible action Regarding Sending a Letter to the Round Rock School District regarding Use of Level II Interpreters (ACTION); Deafness Task Force Meeting, and Self-Evaluation Report to the Texas Sunset Advisory Commission; BEI Report including Discussion and Possible Action on Adoption of Amendment to 40 TAC sec.183.157, Recertification Process (ACTION), and Approval of Certification, Recertification, Revocation of Interpreters; Direct Services Report including Discussion and Possible Action on Proposal of 40 TAC sec.181.28, Camp SIGN (ACTION), Discussion and Possible Action on Adoption of 40 TAC sec.181.29, Certification of Deafness for Tuition Waiver (ACTION), Approval of Contract for Facilitation of Services Between State Agencies and Consumers (ACTION) and Approval of Region I Direct Services Reallocation for FY 1998 (ACTION); specialized Telecommunications Devices Assistance Program Report including Discussion and Possible Action on Adoption of 40 TAC sec.182.1, Purpose (ACTION), Discussion and Possible Action on Adoption of 40 TAC sec.182.2, Statutory Authority (ACTION), Discussion and Possible Action on Adoption of 40 TAC sec.182.20, Eligibility (ACTION), Discussion and Possible Action on Adoption of 40 TAC sec.182.21 Entities Authorized to Certify Disability (ACTION), Discussion and Possible Action on Adoption of 40 TAC sec.182.22 Fees (ACTION), Discussion and Possible Action on Adoption of 40 TAC sec.182.23, Vouchers (ACTION), Discussion and Possible Action on Adoption of 40 TAC sec.182.24 Determination of Voucher Value (ACTION), Discussion and Possible Action on Adoption of 40 TAC sec.182.25 Redeeming a Voucher (ACTION), and Discussion and Possible Action on Adoption of 40 TAC sec.182.26, Vendor Listing (ACTION); Setting Dates for Future Commission Meetings, Announcements; Adjournment. Contact: Margaret Susman, 4800 North Lamar, #310, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 451-8494. Filed: September 22, 1997, 9:53 a.m. TRD-9712587 Employee Retirement System of Texas Wednesday, September 24, 1997, 10:00 a.m. ERS Auditorium-ERS Building, 18th and Brazos Austin ERS Board of Trustees AGENDA: 1. Advisor Sanford C. Bernstein & Company, Inc., Value Portfolio Recommended Universe of Eligible Stocks 2. Consideration of Recommended Revisions to the Investment Policy 3. Recommendations and Approval for the Texas Employees Uniform Group Insurance Program Vendor Selection Process for Fiscal Years After August 31, 1998 4. Executive Director's Report 5. Set Date of Next ERS Board of Trustees Meeting 6. Adjournment Contact: William S. Nail, 18th and Brazos, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 867-3336. Filed: September 16, 1997, 11:56 a.m. TRD-9712313 Texas Funeral Service Commission Tuesday, Wednesday, September 16-17, 1997, 1:00 p.m. 510 South Congress, Commissioner's Board Room Austin AGENDA: Tuesday's meeting: 1 p.m.- Orientation for new commissioners and procedural guidance for Commission meetings (Chairman McNeil). 2:30 p.m.- break. 3:00 p.m.- Preparation for the training session on Wednesday (facilitator: Charles Locklin). 4:30 p.m.- Adjourn. Wednesday's meeting: 1 p.m.- Administration of the "Oath of Office. 1:30 p.m.- Beginning the group training process: Exploring training expectations and identifying objectives together (facilitator: Charles Locklin). 3 p.m.- break. 3:15 p.m.-Establishing a public service commitment plan through group discussion (facilitator: Charles Locklin) 5 p.m.- Adjourn. The Training Facilitator: The training facilitator will be Charles Locklin, ACSW, LMSW. He is an independent Health and Human Services Consultant, who specializes in managed healthcare, juvenile treatment programs, advocacy representation, public policy lobbyist, and management planning services. He has extensive experience as an administrator/manager of public agencies and as a facilitator/trainer of administrative planning involving group process. Editor's Note: This meeting was inadvertently left out of the September 12, 1997 issue. Contact: Eliza May, M.S.S.W., 510 South Congress Avenue, Suite 206, Austin, Texas 78704-1716, (512) 479-7222. Filed: September 5, 1997, 2:03 p.m. TRD-9711740 Texas Department of Health Monday, September 29, 1997, 9:30 a.m. Moreton Building, Room M-618, Texas Department of Health, 1100 West 49th Street Austin Midwifery Board, Education Rules Committee AGENDA: The committee will discuss and possibly act on: the introduction of committee members; adoption of operational procedures for the committee; and new education rule recommendations. To request ADA accommodation, please contact Suzzanna C. Currier, ADA Coordinator in the Office of Civil Rights at (512) 458-7627 or TDD at (512) 458- 7708 at least four days prior to the meeting. Contact: Belva Alexander, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 458- 7111 Extension 2067. Filed: September 19, 1997, 8:16 a.m. TRD-9712472 Texas Health Care Information Council Tuesday, September 30, 1997, 8:00 a.m. Joe C. Thompson Center, 26th and Red River Streets Austin Non-Hospital Discharge Data and Extended Information Plan Committee AGENDA: The Texas Health Care Information Council's Non-Hospital Discharge Data and Expanded Information Plan Committee will convene in open session, deliberate and possibly take formal action on the following items: Approval of September 5, 1997 minutes; report from HMO TAC, including reconsideration of recommended HEDIS reporting requirements; discussion and recommendation concerning acquisition of consultant's services relating to 25 TAC 1301.31-1301.35; update report concerning proposed HMO/HEDIS training seminar; formal proposal of amendments and rules relating to HMO HEDIS data rules published at 22 TexReg 6442 (July 8, 1997); and consideration and vote concerning required HEDIS performance measures, as specified in 25 TAC 1301.31- 1301.35. Contact: Jim Loyd, 4900 North Lamar OOL-3407, Austin, Texas 78751, (512) 424- 6491. Filed: September 19, 1997, 10:03 a.m. TRD-9712479 Tuesday, September 30, 1997, 8:00 a.m. Joe C. Thompson Center, 26th and Red River Streets Austin Hospital Discharge Data Committee AGENDA: The Texas Health Care Information Council's Hospital Discharge Data Committee will convene in open session, deliberate and possibly take formal action on the following items: Approval of September 5, 1997 minutes; status report on hospital discharge data rules proposed September 5, 1997 (published in September 19, 1997 Texas Register); report on information system design and data warehouse project; report from Quality Methods and Consumer Education TAC; and report from Health Information Systems TAC. Contact: Jim Loyd, 4900 North Lamar OOL-3407, Austin, Texas 78751, (512) 424- 6491. Filed: September 19, 1997, 10:03 a.m. TRD-9712480 Tuesday, September 30, 1997, 8:00 a.m. Joe C. Thompson Center, 26th and Red River Streets Austin Appointments Committee AGENDA: The Texas Health Care Information Council's Appointments Committee will convene in open session, deliberate and possibly take formal action on the following items: Approval of September 5, 1997 minutes; discussion and formal recommendation on reconstitution of existing technical advisory committees; and discuss and possibly make revisions to missions and composition of technical advisory committees. Contact: Jim Loyd, 4900 North Lamar OOL-3407, Austin, Texas 78751, (512) 424- 6491. Filed: September 19, 1997, 10:03 a.m. TRD-9712482 Tuesday, September 30, 1997, 9:00 a.m. Joe C. Thompson Center, 26th and Red River Streets Austin Board AGENDA: The Texas Health Care Information Council will convene in open session, deliberate and possibly take formal action on the following items: Approval of September 5, 1997 minutes; presentation by consultant concerning alternative action plans; committee reports; proposal of amendments and rules relating to HMO/HEDIS rules published at 22 TexReg 6442 (July 8, 1997); consideration and formal vote concerning required HEDIS performance measures, per 25 TAC 1301.31-1301.35; authorization to renew/revise Memorandum of Understanding with Texas Department of Health; technical advisory committee reports; review and revision of composition, missions, and sizes of all technical advisory committees; adoption of risk and severity adjustment methodology; staff report; and executive session. Contact: Jim Loyd, 4900 North Lamar OOL-3407, Austin, Texas 78751, (512) 424- 6491. Filed: September 19, 1997, 10:03 a.m. TRD-9712483 Thursday, October 9, 1997, 9:00 a.m. John Reagan Building, Room 106, 105 West 15th Street Austin Public Hearing to Receive Testimony on Proposed Rules Relating to 25 TAC sec.sec.1301.11, 1301.12, and 1301.14-1301.19. AGENDA: The Texas Health Care Information Council will receive public comments concerning proposed rules relating to 25 TAC sec.sec.1301.11, 1301.12, and 1301.14-1301.19. The proposed text is published in the September 19, 1997 Texas Register. Contact: Jim Loyd, 4900 North Lamar OOL-3407, Austin, Texas 78751, (512) 424- 6491. Filed: September 19, 1997, 10:03 a.m. TRD-9712481 Texas Health Insurance Risk Pool Friday, September 26, 1997, 9:30 a.m. 333 Guadalupe, Room 1264, Tower I, Texas Department of Insurance, Hobby Building Austin Board of Directors AGENDA: 1. Welcome and Introductions -- Some members will participate via teleconference because it is difficult or impossible for such members to attend the meeting. 2. Hiring/Staff matters. -- Deliberation regarding the retention of outside legal counsel; Possible retention of outside legal counsel; Other matters relating to hiring/staffing. 3. Organization/Administrative Matters -- Timelines/Future Meetings of Board/Subcommittees; Plan of Operation; Other general administrative matters Contact: Rhonda Myron/ Kim Stokes, 333 Guadalupe Street, 333 Guadalupe Street, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463-6328. Filed: September 18, 1997, 4:37 p.m. TRD-9712470 Texas Health Reinsurance System Tuesday, September 30, 1997, 9:00 a.m. 333 Guadalupe, Room 1264, Tower I, Texas Department of Insurance Austin Board of Directors AGENDA: 1. Consider Approval of the Minutes of the June 24, 1997 meeting. 2. Participation by the Public (At this time, the public will be invited to address the Board of Directors on any matter not listed on this Agenda). 3. Report from Administrator, TDI Staff, and Discussion 4. Report from the Actuarial Committee and Discussions 5. Report from the Operations Committee and Discussions- Consideration and Possible Action on Expenses of Board Members, Milliman and Robertson, Metrahealth, and Others. 6. Report from the Access Committee and Discussions 7. Report from the Audit Committee and Discussions 8. Consideration and Possible Action on Hiring Auditor(s) for the System. 9. Consideration and Possible Action on Assessment for System Deficit. 10. Setting the Agenda, Date and Location for Next Board Meeting. Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328. Filed: September 17, 1997, 11:37 a.m. TRD-9712397 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Monday, September 29, 1997, 1:00 p.m. The University of Texas at Dallas, 2601 North Floyd, Student Union Building, Room 2.602-A Richardson Special Committee on Texas Chiropractic College AGENDA: Introduction of Special Committee; Charge of Special Committee; and Discussion of Findings. Contact: Marco Montoya, P.O. Box 12788, Capitol Station; Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 483-6540. Filed: September 17, 1997, 11:37 a.m. TRD-9712398 Texas Historical Commission Friday, September 26, 1997, 10:30 a.m. Agriculture Museum Conference Room, Texas Capitol, First Floor, Room 1W.14 Austin Texas Preservation Trust Fund Guardians AGENDA: 1) Introductions 2) Overview of the 75th Legislative Session 3) Trust Fund Program Update 4) Discussion Session. 5) Closing Announcements Contact: Stan Graves/Lisa Harvell, P.O. Box 12276, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6094. Filed: September 18, 1997, 8:47 a.m. TRD-9712436 State Independent Living Council Thursday-Friday, October 2-3, 1997, 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. respectively Holiday Inn Town Lake, 20 Interregional Highway Austin AGENDA: October 2 10:00 -- Call to Order (Agenda, Minutes, Response to Questions, Future Meeting Dates) 10:30 -- Reports (TRC, TCB, Financial) 11:00 -- Committee Meetings 1:30 -- Committee Reports 3:30 -- Public Comment 4:30 -- Full Council Discussion: Action Plan, Needs Assessment, State Plan October 3 8:00 -- Full Council Discussion (continued from previous day) 9:00 -- Vote on Committee Recommendations 10:15 -- Committee Assignments 10:30 -- Committee Meetings 1:30 -- Committee Reports/Action 3:00 -- Adjourn Contact: John Meinkowsky, 555 North Lamar, Suite J-125, Austin, Texas 78751, (512) 467-0744. Filed: September 22, 1997, 9:35 a.m. TRD-9712586 Texas Department of Insurance Monday, October 13, 1997, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-97-0934.C. To consider whether disciplinary action should be taken against GEORGE LARRY INGRUM, Pampa, Texas, who holds a Group I, Legal Reserve Life Insurance Agent's License and 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: September 22, 1997 at 10:01 a.m. TRD-9712594 Wednesday, October 15, 1997, 1:00 p.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-97-1563.C. To consider the application of BRUCE W. BRENNER, San Antonio, 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: September 22, 1997 at 10:01 a.m. TRD-9712595 Thursday, October 16, 1997, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-97-1447.C. To consider whether disciplinary action should be taken against PAUL HOANG, Houston, Texas, who holds a Group I, Legal Reserve Life Insurance Agent's License issued by the Texas Department of Insurance. (Reset from 9/23/97). Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328. Filed: September 22, 1997 at 10:01 a.m. TRD-9712596 Tuesday, October 21, 1997, 1:00 p.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-97-1629.C. To consider whether disciplinary action should be taken against MARK A. DERR, (Landmark Insurance Services of Texas Inc.) Bedford/Fort Worth, Texas, for 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: September 22, 1997 at 10:03 a.m. TRD-9712597 Wednesday, October 22, 1997, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-97-1564.C. In the matter of WYLIE G. PORTERFIELD. Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328. Filed: September 22, 1997 at 10:03 a.m. TRD-9712598 General Land Office Wednesday, September 24, 1997, 3:00 p.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Room 831 Austin Veterans Land Board AGENDA: Approval of previous board meeting minutes; request by William E. Stephens for reinstatement of eligibility for the Housing Assistance Program; consideration of Resolution of the Veterans Land Board of the State of Texas authorizing preliminary matters in connection with the proposed issuance and sale of State of Texas Veterans' Housing Assistance Program, Fund II Series 1997A Bonds; consideration of resolution of the Veterans Land Board of the State of Texas authorizing preliminary matters in connection with the proposed issuance and sale of State of Texas Veterans' Housing Assistance Program, Fund 11 Series 1997B Taxable Bonds; consideration of resolution of the Veterans Land Board of the State of Texas authorizing preliminary matters in connection with the proposed issuance and sale of State of Texas Veterans' Land Bonds, Series 1998; approval and ratification of extension of Liquidity Agreement relating to State of Texas Adjustable Convertible Extendable Securities, Veterans' Housing Assistance Bonds, Series 1994A; approval and ratification of extension of Liquidity Agreement relating to State of Texas Veterans' Housing Assistance Program, Fund II Series 1995 Refunding Bonds; approval and ratification of substitution of bonds relating to the interest rate swap agreement of August 22, 1996 between AIG Financial Products Corporation and the Veterans Land Board of the State of Texas; quarterly investment report for the period ending June 30, 1997; Staff Reports. Contact: Linda K. Fisher, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701, Room 836 Filed: September 16, 1997, 3:27 p.m. TRD-9712332 Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Thursday, September 25, 1997, 9:30 a.m. E.O. Thompson Building, 920 Colorado, 4th Floor Conference Room Austin Water Well Drillers Advisory Council AGENDA: A. Call to Order B. Roll Call and Certification of Quorum-Approval of Minutes -- Meeting of July 25, 1997 C. Discussion of Water Well Driller program transfer- Tommy V. Smith, Executive Director D. Discussion of qualifications and recommendations on applicants for certification E. Discussion and recommendations on applications for driller-trainee registration F. Staff Reports G. Executive Session H. Open Session/Public Comment I. Discussion of date, time and location of next Council meeting J. Adjournment Persons who plan to attend this meeting and require assistance are requested to contact Caroline Jackson at (512) 463-7348 two working days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Contact: Steve Wiley, 920 Colorado, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463-8876. Filed: September 17, 1997, 11:37 a.m. TRD-9712400 Monday, September 29, 1997, 1:30 p.m. E.O. Thompson Building, 920 Colorado, 4th Floor Conference Room Austin Architectural Barriers Advisory Committee AGENDA: I. Call to Order II. Record of Attendance III. Approval of Minutes IV. Staff Reports A. Reviews B. Inspections C. Complaints V. Public Comment VI. Subcommittee Reports A. Rules B. Program Review C. Standards VII. New Business VIII. Schedule Next Meeting IX. Adjournment Persons who plan to attend this meeting and require assistance are requested to contact Caroline Jackson at (512) 463-7348 two working days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Contact: Rick Baudoin, 920 Colorado, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463-3519. Filed: September 17, 1997, 11:37 a.m. TRD-9712399 Tuesday, September 30, 1997, 10:30 a.m., rescheduled from Friday, August 8, 1997 E.O. Thompson Building, 920 Colorado, 4th Floor Conference Room 420 Austin Consumer Protection Section, Auctioneering AGENDA: According to the complete agenda, the Department will hold Administrative Hearings to consider possible assessment of administrative penalties against the Respondents, Robert Dill and Steven T. Eddington, possible revocation of the Respondent's licenses, and reimbursement to the Auctioneer Education and Recovery Fund for failing to pay all amounts due the seller within 15 banking days in violation of Tex. Rev. Civ. Stat. Ann. art 8700 (the Act) sec.7(a)(4) and 16 Tex. Admin. Code (TAC) sec.67.101(4). The Department will also consider the complainant's claim against the Auctioneer Education and Recovery Fund in accordance with the Act, sec.5C. This Administrative Hearing will be held pursuant to the Act and Tex. Rev. Civ. Stat. Ann. art 9100; the Tex. Govt. Code, ch 2001 (APA); and 16 TAC ch 67. Persons who plan to attend this meeting and require assistance are requested to contact Caroline Jackson at (512) 463-7348 two working days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Contact: Paula Hamje, 920 Colorado, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-3192. Filed: September 19, 1997, 2:44 p.m. TRD-9712539 Wednesday, October 1, 1997, 9:00 a.m. E.O. Thompson Building, 920 Colorado, First Floor Conference Room 108 Austin Enforcement Division, Boilers AGENDA: According to the complete agenda, the Department will hold Administrative Hearings to consider the possible assessment of administrative penalties and inspection fees against the following Respondents: Clairmont Apartments; Days Inn Hobby Airport; Devonshire North Apartments; Eckerd (Irving); and The Oaks Apartments for failing to pay boiler inspection/certification fees to obtain certificates of operation for Respondents' boiler(s), a violation of Tx.Health & Safety Code Ann. (the Code) ch. 755 and 16 Tex. Admin. Code (TAC) Ch. 65, pursuant to the Code and Tex. Rev. Civ. Stat. Ann. art. 9100; Tex. Govt. Code ch. 2001 (APA); and 16 TAC ch. 65. Persons who plan to attend this meeting and require assistance are requested to contact Caroline Jackson at (512) 463-7348 two working days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Contact: Paula Hamje, 920 Colorado, E.O. Thompson Building, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-3192. Filed: September 19, 1997, 2:43 p.m. TRD-9712537 Wednesday, October 1, 1997, 1:00 p.m. E.O. Thompson Building, 920 Colorado, First Floor Conference Room 108 Austin Enforcement Division, Boilers AGENDA: According to the complete agenda, the Department will hold Administrative Hearings to consider the possible assessment of administrative penalties and inspection fees against the following Respondents: El Paso Community College, Elm Street Apartments; Fabri Care Cleaners; Famous Cleaners; Fifth Avenue Cleaners; and First Korean United Methodist for failing to pay boiler inspection/certification fees to obtain certificates of operation for Respondents' boiler(s), a violation of Tx.Health & Safety Code Ann. (the Code) ch. 755 and 16 Tex. Admin. Code (TAC) Ch. 65, pursuant to the Code and Tex. Rev. Civ. Stat. Ann. art. 9100; Tex. Govt. Code ch. 2001 (APA); and 16 TAC ch. 65. Persons who plan to attend this meeting and require assistance are requested to contact Caroline Jackson at (512) 463-7348 two working days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Contact: Paula Hamje, 920 Colorado, E.O. Thompson Building, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-3192. Filed: September 19, 1997, 2:43 p.m. TRD-9712538 Texas Mental Health and Mental Retardation Board Wednesday, September 24, 1997, 9:30 a.m. 909 West 45th Street (Auditorium) Austin Medicaid Committee AGENDA: 1. Citizens Comment 2. Update on the Implementation of the New Rate Setting Methodology 3. Review and Approval of Medicaid Reimbursement Rates for the Home and Community-based Waiver Services- OBRA (HCS-O) Effective September 1, 1997, through August 31, 1998 4. Review and Approval of Medicaid Reimbursement for Non-State Operated Intermediate Care Facilities/Mental Retardation Model-Based Rates Effective January 1, 1997, through December 31, 1997 5. 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 v Texas Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation. 6. 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, Subchapter D, Governing IVF/MR Programs: Reimbursement Methodology, Including a 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: September 16, 1997, 5:03 p.m. TRD-9712346 Wednesday, September 24, 1997, 10:00 a.m. 909 West 45th Street (Auditorium) Austin Business and Asset Management Committee AGENDA: 1. Citizens Comment 2. Update on Real Property Transactions Previously Approved by the Board: Lease of Bond-Funded Community Facilities; Lease at Kerrville State Hospital to the Alamo Junior College District; Lease at Kerrville State Hospital to the YMCA of San Antonio; Implementation of the Asset Management Policy 3. Update on Workers Compensation and Risk Management 4. Consideration of Approval of a Capital Improvement Project at the Big Spring State Hospital (Animl Assisted Therapy Building) 5. Consideration of Approval of a Capital Improvement Project at the San Antonio State Hospital (Shade Shelters) 6. Consideration of Approval of the Transmittal of the Annual Report Concerning the Use and Proceeds of Community MHMR Center Bond Issues 7. Consideration of Approval of the Submission of $26,020,000 in General Obligation Bond Financing of the FY 1998-1999 Repair or Rehabilitation of Buildings and Facilities Project to the Texas Public Finance Authority and the Bond Review Board. 8. Consideration of a Proposal to Convey Real Property at the Big Spring State Hospital for the Purpose on Constructing a Veterans' Home. 9. Consideration of Items Related to Central Park in Austin, Texas: A. Amendment to the MedCath Sublease: B. Proposal by W. 38th Street. Ltd., to Amend the MedCath Site Plan 10. Consideration of Items Related to Triangle Square in Austin, Texas: A. Amendments to the Master Lease Agreement with Triangle Retail, Ltd; B. Approval of Amendments to the Conceptual Site Plan -- or- Designation of Authority to Approve Amendments to the Conceptual Site Plan to the Commissioner; C. Summary of Sublease Terms with Barnes & Noble Bookseller 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: September 16, 1997, 5:03 p.m. TRD-9712345 Wednesday, September 24, 1997, 1:00 p.m. 909 West 45th Street (Auditorium) Austin Audit and Financial Oversight Committee AGENDA: 1. Citizens Comment 2. Audit Activity Update 3. Consideration of Approval of the FY 1998-1999 Workload 4. Consideration of Approval of the FY 1998 Budget for the Office of Internal Audit 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: September 16, 1997, 5:03 p.m. TRD-9712344 Wednesday, September 24, 1997,, 1:30 p.m. 909 West 45th Street (Auditorium) Austin Planning and Policy Development Committee AGENDA: 1. Citizens Comment 2. Briefing on the Rules Sunset Process 3. Legislative Update and Briefing on the Sunset Process 4. Update on the Strategic Planning Process 5. Consideration of Approval of the Designation of Single Portal Authority to MHMRA of Harris County 6. Consideration of Approval of the Submission of the Agency's Biennial Operating Plan for Information Resources to the Department of Information Resources 7-12. Consideration of Approval of the following: Adoption of New Chapter 401, Subchapter G, Governing Community Mental Health and Mental Retardation Centers, with the Contemporaneous Repeal of Existing sec.sec.401.451-401.463, 401. 465, and 401.466; Adoption of Repeal of sec.sec.401.46, 401.55, and 401.56 of Chapter 401, Subchapter B, concerning Interagency Agreements; Adoption of Repeal of sec.405.725, Concerning Determination of the Least Restrictive Environment, of Chapter 405, Subchapter BB, Concerning Admissions, Transfers, Furloughs, and Discharges- State Schools for the Retarded; Adoption of Repeal of sec.sec.405.821-405.835 of Chapter 405, Subchapter GG, Concerning Prescribing of Psychoactive Drugs; Adoption of Repeal of sec.sec.402.281-402.298 of Chapter 402, Subchapter H, Concerning Placement Appeals; Approval of the Emergency Adoption of Amendments to Chapter 405, Subchapter J, Governing Surrogate Decision-making for Community-based ICF/MR/RC Facilities. 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: September 16, 1997, 5:03 p.m. TRD-9712343 Thursday, September 25, 1997, 9:00 a.m. 909 West 45th Street (Auditorium) Austin Facilities Governance Committee AGENDA: 1. Citizens Comment 2. Update Regarding Mental Retardation Facilities Governing Body Activities: Client Mix Factors; Projected Facility Census Targets; Admissions; Budget Issues for FY 98; Partnering Activities; Other Items: Special Characteristics by Facility; Client Mix Trends, Third Quarter Performance Indicator Summary; MR Facilities FY 1998 Operating Plan 3. Update Regarding Mental Health Facilities Governing Body Activities: Governing Body Bylaws; Consolidation of Vernon State Hospital and Wichita Falls State Hospital (Update): RAJ Status Report; FY 1998 Target Revenues; Census Trends; Employee Caps; Third Quarter Performance Indicator Summary 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: September 16, 1997, 5:03 p.m. TRD-9712342 Thursday, September 25, 1997 -- 10:30 a.m. 909 West 45th Street (Auditorium) Austin AGENDA: I. Call to Order: Roll Call II. Citizen's Comments III. Approval of the Minutes of the August 7, 1997 meeting IV. Issues to be considered: 1. Chairman's Report: Consideration of Approval of Meeting Dates for Calendar Year 1998 2. Commissioner's Report: Announcement of Appointment of Members to the House Bill 1734 Committee: Presentation on the Dallas 1915(b) Project; Medical Director's Report Items #3-20 Approval items to be considered per agenda. 21. Executive Session under Texas Government Code sec.551.071 to Discuss Potential and Pending Litigation, RAJ v. Gilbert, Institute of Cognitive Development, (Develo-cepts, Inc. and Carroll Stroman, dba Bitter Creek Farm v. Texas Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation. 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: September 16, 1997, 5:03 p.m. TRD-9712341 Texas Military Facilities Commission Saturday, October 4, 1997- Personnel Committee -- 9:00 a.m., Full Commission, 1:00 p.m. 2200 West 35th Street, Building 64 Austin Personnel and Full Commission Meetings AGENDA: 1. Administrative Matters 2. Executive Directors Update 3. Property Matters 4. Executive Session 5. Public Comments, set next meeting, close of business Persons with disabilities who require ADA accommodation for the meeting, please contact Julie Wright at least three days prior to the meeting -- (512) 406-6971. Contact: Julie Wright, P.O. Box 5426, Austin, Texas 78763, (512) 406-6971. Filed: September 22, 1997, 8:40 a.m. TRD-9712563 Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Wednesday, October 1, 1997, 9:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Room 201S, Building E, 12100 Park 35 Circle Austin AGENDA: The Commission will consider approving the following matters on the agenda: Budget; District Matter; Hearing Request; Class 2 Modification; Agreed Air Enforcements; Resolutions; Rules; Executive Session; the Commission will consider items previously posted for open meeting and at such meeting verbally postponed or continued to this date. With regard to any item, the Commission may take various actions, including but not limited to rescheduling an item in its entirety or for particular action at a future date or time. (Registration for 9:30 agenda starts 8:45 until 9:25). The Commission will consider approving Administrative Law Judge's Proposal for Decision; Motions for Rehearing. (Registration for 1:00 p.m. Agenda Starts 12:30 p.m. until 1:00 p.m..) Contact: Doug Kitts, 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, (512) 239-3317. Filed: September 19, 1997, 2:42 p.m. TRD-9712536 Wednesday, October 1, 1997, 9:30 a.m. Room 201S, Building E, 12100 Park 35 Circle Austin REVISED AGENDA: The Commission will consider approving the following matters on the agenda: Resolution. Contact: Doug Kitts, 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, (512) 239-3317. Filed: September 19, 1997, 3:49 p.m. TRD-9712546 Tuesday, October 7, 1997, 10:00 a.m. 1700 North Congress Avenue, 11th Floor, Suite 1100, Stephen F. Austin Building 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 DAVIS BAYOU SERVICE COMPANY, d/ba CYPRESS LAKES WATER SYSTEM for a change in water and sewer rates effective April 1, 1997 for its service area located in Liberty County, Texas. The Commission staff has requested a public hearing on its own motion under sec.13.187(b) of the Texas Water Code. SOAH Docket number 582-97-1585. Contact: Pablo Carrasquillo, P.O. Box 13025, Austin, Texas 78711-3025, (512) 475-3445. Filed: September 19, 1997, 1:25 p.m. TRD-9712511 Thursday, October 23, 1997, 10:00 a.m. 13302 Sixth Street, Mae S. Bruce Library Santa Fe 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 WASTE MANAGEMENT OF TEXAS, INC. for an amendment to their existing municipal solid waste permit. This permit amendment is designated as MSW1721-A, and if approved, will authorize an increase in the permitted height from 79 feet mean sea level to a maximum elevation of 273 feet mean sea level. The proposed facility will have a maximum height above the existing ground of approximately 240 feet. The proposed redesign decreases the area within the facility permitted boundary from 348 to 279 acres. The permitted disposal area within the boundary is proposed to increase from 70 acres to 170 acres. The permittee is authorized to dispose of municipal solid waste resulting from or incidental to municipal, community, commercial, institutional and recreational activities; municipal solid waste resulting from construction or demotion projects, Class 1 industrial solid waste, Class 2 industrial solid waste, Class 3 industrial solid waste and special wastes that are properly identified. The acceptance of Class 1, 2 or 3 industrial solid waste, and/or special waste is contingent upon such waste being handled in accordance with 30 TAC sec.sec.330.136 and 330.137, and in accordance with limitations and special provisions provided in the permit and application. Solid waste may be initially accepted for disposal at a rate of approximately 155,500 yards per month, but not limited to this amount. The facility is located directly north of State Highway 6, approximately one half (1/2) mile east of the city limits of Alvin in Galveston County, Texas. Further described as 17 miles south of Houston, Texas. SOAH Docket Number 582-97-1584. Contact: Pablo Carrasquillo, P.O. Box 13025, Austin, Texas 78711-3025, (512) 475-3445. Filed: September 16, 1997, 9:11 a.m. TRD-9712322 Thursday, October 23, 1997, 6:30 p.m. Town Hall in City Hall, 118 East Tyler Harlingen Office of the Chief Clerk AGENDA: For an informal public meeting concerning an application by the CITY OF HARLINGEN to the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (TNRCC) for a registration (Proposed Registration Number MSW40110) to construct and operate a Type I municipal solid waste transfer station. The proposed site contains about 4.5 acres of land and, if approved will receive approximately 270 tons of municipal solid waste per day. The proposed facility will be located on the east side of the City of Harlingen, approximately 0.8 miles east of the intersection of Loop 409 and FM 106, and located between FM106 and Arroyo Colorado in Cameron County, Texas. Contact: Office of Public Assistance, Mail Code 108, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, 1-800-687-4040. Filed: September 19, 1997, 10:38 a.m. TRD-9712486 Texas Council on Offenders with Mental Impairments Monday, October 6, 1997, 9:30 a.m. DoubleTree Hotel, Phoenix South Ballroom, 6505 IH35 North Austin Planning/Legislative and Program/Research Committees AGENDA: I. Call to Order II. Public Comments III. Approval of Minutes IV. House Bill 1747 Initiatives/Bill Analysis V. Strategies for Addressing Senate Interim Charges VI. Outstanding Policy/Procedural Issues Adjourn Contact: Marcia L. Powders, 8610 Shoal Creek Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78757, (512) 406-5406. Filed: September 19, 1997, 2:49 p.m. TRD-9712542 Monday, October 6, 1997, 1:30 p.m. DoubleTree Hotel, Phoenix South Ballroom, 6505 IH35 North Austin Full Council Meeting AGENDA: I. Call to Order II. Roll Call III. Public Comments/ Introduction of Guests IV. Approval of Minutes V. Committee Reports --Executive Committee --Planning/Legislative and Program/Research Committee VI. Director's Report --FY 1998 Program Report --FY 1997 Special Needs Parole Overview --FY 1997 Continuity of Care Overview and Statistics --FY 1997 Contract Budgets Report --Technical Assistance Manual Adjourn Contact: Marcia L. Powders, 8610 Shoal Creek Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78757, (512) 406-5406. Filed: September 19, 1997, 2:49 p.m. TRD-9712543 Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles Tuesday, September 23, 1997, 8:00 a.m. 1414 Colorado Street, Room 104, State of Texas Law Center Austin I. Regular Session A. Recognition of Guests B. Presentation by TDCJ-Parole Division C. Consent Items D. Board Committee and Staff Reports E. Consideration and Action- Petition for Rule/Tussell Turner F. Adoption of Proposed Rules as Published in the June 17, 1997 issue of the Texas Register (22 TexReg 5816). G. Adoption of Proposed Amendments to 37 TAC Chapter 141, Chapter 149, and proposed new rules under 37 TAC Chapter 146, et.seq. H. Adoption of Proposed Repeal of 37 TAC Chapter 145, et.seq. II. Executive Session A. Discussion with attorney concerning Garrett v. Byrd, et al.; Johnson v. Rodriguez, et al; McBride v. Johnson; and Martin v. Rodriguez cases. (Closed in accordance with sec.551.071, Government Code). B. Discussion of matters made confidential under State Bar Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct. (Closed in accordance with sec.551.071, Government Code). Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who need auxiliary aids or services as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, large print or Braille, are required to contact the agency prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Contact: Juanita Llamas, P.O. Box 13401, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463-1702l Filed: September 15, 1997, 3:48 p.m. TRD-9712296 Texas Board of Private Investigators and Private Security Agencies Monday, September 29, 1997, 8:30 a.m. 4930 South Congress, Suite C-305, Texas Board of Private Investigators Austin Board AGENDA: I. Executive Session to Consider, Review, Discuss, and Evaluate the Applications Received and the Applicants for the Executive Director Position Pursuant to sec.551.074, Texas Government Code. II. Return to Open Session for Further Consideration, Review, Discussion, Evaluation or Action on the Applications Received and the Applicants for the Executive Director Position Pursuant to sec.551.074, Texas Government Code. III. Executive Session to Consult with Attorney Concerning Pending or Contemplated Litigation, Pursuant to sec.551.071, Texas Government Code. IV. Return to Open Session for Discussion and possible Board Action after consultation with Attorney Concerning Pending or Contemplated Litigation, Pursuant to sec.551.071, Texas Government Code. Contact: Larry R. Shimek, P.O. Box 13509, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463-5545. Filed: September 17, 1997, 2:10 p.m. TRD-9712406 Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services Friday, September 26, 1997, 9:30 a.m. 701 West 51st Street, John H. Winters Building, Public Hearing Room, 125-W Austin Board of Protective and Regulatory Services AGENDA: 1. Call to Order. 2. Reading, correction and approval of minutes of July 25, 1997 meeting. 3. Adult Protective Services and Baylor College of Medicine join forces to serve abused and neglected elders. 4. Public Testimony. 5. Report by Chairman. 6. Report by Executive Director. 7. Staff Reports: a. Budget/Finance Report. b. Consideration and approval of Fiscal Year 1998 Agency Operating Plan.* c. Automation Report. d. Consideration and approval of the Fiscal Year 1998 Internal Audit Plan.* 8. New Business. 9. Old business. 10. Adjourn. *Denotes Action Items. Contact: Virginia Guzman, P.O. Box 149030, Mail Code E-554, Austin, Texas 78714- 9030, (512) 438-3765. Filed: September 17, 1997, 4:05 p.m. TRD-9712423 Texas Public Finance Authority Wednesday, September 24, 1997, 10:30 a.m. John H. Reagan Building, 105 West 15th Street, Room 106 Austin Board AGENDA: 1. Call to order. 2. Approval of Minutes of August 20, 1997 Board Meeting 3. Consider a request for financing from the State Preservation Board in the amount of approximately $10 million for the initial phase of construction of a State History Museum, and select a method of sale. 4. Consider an amendment to the General Services Commission's Request for Financing to increase the amount of the estimated project costs by approximately $1.5 million, from $59.5 million to $61 million, to finance Phase I of the renovation of the old State Insurance Building, located at 11th and San Jacinto Streets, Austin, Texas. 5. Consider the selection of an underwriting syndicate for a revenue bond issue of approximately $59.5 million to finance construction projects for the General Services Commission and possible refunding and related matters. 6. Other business. Information Items from the Executive Director 1. Status of next SCSC defeasance 2. Status of Liquidity Agreement for MLPP CP Program 7. Adjourn. Persons with disabilities, who have special communication or other needs, who are planning to attend the meeting should contact Jeanine Barron or Marce Watkins at (512) 463-5544. Requests should be made as far in advance as possible. If you need any additional information contact Jeanine Barron, (512) 463-5544, 300 West 15th Street, Suite 411, Austin, Texas 78701. Contact: Jeanine Barron, 300 West 15th Street, Suite 411, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-5544, Filed: September 16, 1997, 10:15 a.m. TRD-9712308 Public Utility Commission of Texas Tuesday, September 23, 1997, 9:00 a.m. 1701 North Congress Avenue Austin AGENDA: There will be an Open Meeting for discussion, consideration and possible action regarding: Docket Number 17420, Petition for Expanded Local Calling Service from Brashear Exchange to the Exchange of Greenville; Project Number 17531- Rulemaking Concerning Schools, Libraries and Educational Discounts Pursuant to FCC Universal Service Fund Order; Docket Number 16189, Petition of MFS Communications Company, Inc. for Arbitration of Pricing of Unbundled Loops; Docket Number 16196, Petition of Teleport Communications Group, Inc. for Arbitration to Establish an Interconnection Agreement; Docket Number 16226, Petition of AT&T Communications of the Southwest, Inc. for Compulsory Arbitration to Establish an Interconnection Agreement between AT&T and Southwestern Bell Telephone Company; Docket Number 16285, Petition of MCI Telecommunication Corporation and Its Affiliate MCIMetro Access Transmission Services, Inc. for Arbitration and Request for Mediation Under the Federal Telecommunications Act of 1996; Docket Number 16290, Petition of American Communications Services, Inc. and Its Local Exchange Operating Subsidiaries for Arbitration with SWB Pursuant to the Telecommunications Act of 1996; Docket Number 16455, Petition of Sprint communications Company L.P. for Arbitration of Interconnection Rates, Terms, Conditions, and Prices from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company; Docket Number 17065, Petition of Brooks Fiber Communications of Texas, Inc. for Arbitration with SWB; Docket Number 17579, Application of AT&T for Compulsory Arbitration of Further Issues to Establish an Interconnection Agreement Between AT&T and SWB; Docket Number 17587, Request of MCI Telecommunications Corporation and Its Affiliate, MCIMetro Access Transmission Services, Inc. for Continuing Arbitration of Certain Unresolved Provisions of the Interconnection Agreement Between MCI and SWB; Docket Number 17781, Complaint of MCI Against SWB for Violation of Commission Order in Docket Number 16285 Regarding CABS Ordering and Billing Processing. Contact: Rhonda Dempsey, 1701 N. Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 936-7308. Filed: September 16, 1997, 9:11 a.m. TRD-9712302 Wednesday, September 24, 1997, 9:30 a.m. Senate Chamber, State Capitol Austin AGENDA: The Public Utility Commissioners will meet with the Senate Interim Committee on Economic Development, Chaired by Senator David Sibley, to participate in public testimony regarding the following issues: Status of Competition in the Local Market; Use of Resale, Facilities and Unbundled Network Elements; Universal Service and Access Charge Reform; Arbitration Agreements; Impact of the FCC's Ameritech Decision on Southwestern Bell Entering the InterLATA Long Distance Market; and Update on the Telecommunications Infrastructure Fund. Contact: Barbara Henderson, Room 370, Sam Houston Building, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463-0365. Filed: September 16, 1997, 1:20 p.m. TRD-9712316 Wednesday, September 24, 1997, 1:00 p.m. 1701 North Congress Avenue Austin AGENDA: There will be an Open Meeting for discussion, consideration, and possible action regarding: Docket Number 17420, Petition for Expanded Local Calling Service from Brashear Exchange to the Exchange of Greenville; Docket Number 16189, Petition of MFS Communications Company, Inc. for Arbitration of Pricing of Unbundled Loops; Docket Number 16169, Petition of Teleport Communications Group, Inc. for Arbitration to establish an Interconnection Agreement; Docket Number 16226, Petition of AT&T Communications of the Southwest, Inc. for Compulsory Arbitration to Establish an Interconnection Agreement between AT&T and Southwestern Bell Telephone Company; Docket Number 16285, Petition of MCI Telecommunication Corporation and Its Affiliate MCIMetro Access Transmission Services, Inc. for Arbitration and Request for Mediation Under the Federal Telecommunications Act of 1996; Docket Number 16290, Petition of American Communications Services, Inc. and Its Local Exchange Operating Subsidiaries for Arbitration with SWB Pursuant to the Telecommunications Act of 1996; Docket Number 16455, Petition of Sprint Communications Company L.P. for Arbitration of Interconnection Rates, Terms, Conditions, and Prices from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company; Docket Number 17065, Petition of Brooks Fiber Communications of Texas, Inc. for Arbitration with SWB; Docket Number 17579, Application of AT&T for Compulsory Arbitration of Further Issues to Establish an Interconnection Agreement Between AT&T and SWB; Docket Number 17587, Request of MCI Telecommunications Corporation and Its Affiliate, MCIMetro Access Transmission Services, Inc. for Continuing Arbitration of Certain Unresolved Provisions of the Interconnection Agreement Between MCI and SWB; Docket Number 17781, Complaint of MCI Against SWB for Violation of Commission Order in Docket Number 16285 Regarding CABS Ordering and Billing Processing. Contact: Rhonda Dempsey, 1701 North Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 936-7308. Filed: September 16, 1997, 1:38 p.m. TRD-9712317 Friday, September 26, 1997, 9:30 a.m. Senate Chamber, State Capitol Austin AGENDA: The Public Utility Commissioners will meet with the Senate Interim Committee on Economic Development, chaired by Senator David Sibley, to participate in public testimony regarding electric utility restructuring. Contact: Barbara Henderson, Sam Houston Building, Room 370, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463-0365. Filed: September 18, 1997, 2:07 p.m. TRD-9712454 Railroad Commission of Texas Tuesday, September 30, 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 will consider various applications and other matters 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: September 19, 1997, 4:34 p.m. TRD-9712559 Structural Pest Control Board Friday, September 26, 1997, 2:00 p.m. 1106 Clayton Lane, Suite 100 LW Austin Non-Pesticidal Committee AGENDA: 1. Discussion non-pesticidal use. Contact: Benny Mathis, 1106 Clayton Lane, Suite 100 LW, Austin, Texas 78723, (512) 451-7200. Filed: September 18, 1997, 2:57 p.m. TRD-9712457 Teacher Retirement System of Texas Thursday, September 25, 1997, 8:30 a.m. 1000 Red River, Room 229E Austin Board of Trustees Audit Committee AGENDA: 1. Approval of Minutes of the June 26, 1997 Audit Committee Meeting- Williamson 2. Quarterly Report of the Internal Audit Department-Henry a. 1997 Plan Status b. Status of Audit Recommendations 3. Consideration of Internal Audit Plan for 1997-1998-Henry 4. Discussion of 1997 Annual Financial Audit Plans-Bill Wood, State Auditor's Office 5. Review Internal Audit Department Reports a. Investment Market Value b. Claims Verification 6. Consideration of Audit Committee Charter-Williamson 7. Report of Investment Accounting System Implementation (PAM)-Pin 8. Consideration of Annual Performance Evaluation and Salary for the Director of Internal Audit (Executive Session) For ADA assistance, call John R. Mercer, (512) 397-6418 or TDD (512) 397-6444 or (800) 841-4497 at least two days prior to the meeting. Contact: John R. Mercer, 1000 Red River, Austin, Texas 78701-2698, (512) 397- 6418. Filed: September 17, 1997, 3:55 p.m. TRD-9712419 Thursday, September 25, 1997, 10:30 a.m. 1000 Red River, Room 514E Austin Board of Trustees Policy Committee AGENDA: 1. Approval of Minutes of July 10, 1997 Meeting 2. Consideration of TRS Code of Ethics for Consultants and Agents 3. Consideration of Internal Audit Charter 4. Consideration of Soft Dollar Policy 5. Preliminary Review of By-laws for Board of Trustees 6. Review of Policy Plan for 1997-1998 For ADA assistance, call John R. Mercer, (512) 397-6418 or TDD (512) 397-6444 or (800) 841-4497 at least two days prior to the meeting. Contact: John R. Mercer, 1000 Red River, Austin, Texas 78701-2698, (512) 397- 6418. Filed: September 17, 1997, 3:55 p.m. TRD-9712420 Thursday, September 25, 1997, 11:30 a.m. 1000 Red River, Room 229E Austin Board of Trustees Benefits Committee AGENDA: 1. Approval of Minutes of July 24, 1997 Meeting 2. Report on BeST Project- Marian Miller and Amy Morgan 3. Items to Consider for Recommendation to the Board- Mrs. Koontz a. Consideration of Finding under Government Code, sec.825.313(c) that Expenses with respect to the File Conversion Project are required to Perform the Fiduciary Duties of the Board and the Amount Needed for the Project Exceeds the Amounts Appropriated to TRS b. Authorization of Transfer Funds from the Interest Account of the Teacher Retirement Fund to the Expense Account to Cover Expenses of the Project. 4. Report on Implementation of Legislation on Benefits Changes- Mrs. Featherston For ADA assistance, call John R. Mercer, (512) 397-6418 or TDD (512) 397-6444 or (800) 841-4497 at least two days prior to the meeting. Contact: John R. Mercer, 1000 Red River, Austin, Texas 78701-2698, (512) 397- 6418. Filed: September 17, 1997, 3:55 p.m. TRD-9712421 Thursday, September 25, 1997, 1:30 p.m. 1000 Red River, Fifth Floor Board Room Austin Board of Trustees Investment Committee AGENDA: 1. Approval of Minutes of June 26, 1997 and July 25, 1997 Meeting 2. Review of Annual Real Estate Performance -- Mr. Tom Elmer, Deloitte & Touche 3. Discussion of Investment Activities -- Mr. Walker 4. Consideration of the Equity Approved Universe -- Mr. Cooper 5. Consideration of Recommended Allocation of Cash Flow for Current Quarter -- Mr. Cooper a. Cash Flow Analysis b. Staff Recommendation for Cash Flow 6. Review of Investments -- Staff a. Total Portfolio b. Fixed Income Portfolio c. Equity Portfolio d. Real Estate Portfolio e. Alternative Assets Portfolio 7. SEI Presentation and Discussion Trading Activities -- Mr. Vasant Kamath 8. Review of Portfolio Performance -- Mr. Record, Wellington Management 9. Review of Investment Outlook and Market Conditions -- Mr. Record, Wellington Management For ADA assistance, call John R. Mercer, (512) 397-6418 or TDD (512) 397-6444 or (800) 841-4497 at least two days prior to the meeting. Contact: John R. Mercer, 1000 Red River, Austin, Texas 78701-2698, (512) 397- 6418. Filed: September 17, 1997, 3:56 p.m. TRD-9712422 Friday, September 26, 1997, 8:00 a.m. 1000 Red River, Room 229 Austin Board of Trustees Nominations Committee AGENDA: 1. Approval of Minutes of September 26, 1996 Meeting 2. Consideration of Selection of Nominee for Vice Chairman of TRS Board of Trustees 3. Consideration of Nominee for Trustee Representative to the Texas Growth Fund Board of Trustees 4. Report on Process to Fill the Position on the Retirees Advisory Committee to the Texas Public School Retired Employees Group Insurance Program -- Mr. Di Lorenzo For ADA assistance, call John R. Mercer, (512) 397-6418 or TDD (512) 397-6444 or (800) 841-4497 at least two days prior to the meeting. Contact: John R. Mercer, 1000 Red River, Austin, Texas 78701-2698, (512) 397- 6418. Filed: September 17, 1997, 3:55 p.m. TRD-9712418 Friday, September 26, 1997, 8:00 a.m. 1000 Red River, Room 514E Austin Board of Trustees Real Estate Committee AGENDA: 1. Approval of Minutes of August 22, 1997 Meeting 2. Consideration of Sale of Assets Owned by TRST Sun City, Inc. (Shopping Centers in Sun City, Arizona) 3. Review of Annual Real Estate Performance by Deloitte and Touche 4. Update on Portfolio, Including Mortgage Risk Ratings and Issues Affecting Corporate-Owned Properties For ADA assistance, call John R. Mercer, (512) 397-6418 or TDD (512) 397-6444 or (800) 841-4497 at least two days prior to the meeting. Contact: John R. Mercer, 1000 Red River, Austin, Texas 78701-2698, (512) 397- 6418. Filed: September 17, 1997, 3:55 p.m. TRD-9712417 Friday, September 26, 1997, 9:00 a.m. 1000 Red River, Fifth Floor Boardroom Board Austin Roll Call of Board Members; Public Comments; Approval of Minutes of August 22, 1997 Meeting; Consideration of Board Member's Absence from August 22, 1997 Meeting; Consideration of Changes to Actuarial Assumptions to be used in the August 31, 1997 Valuation -- Mr. Carter; consideration of Board Committee Appointments -- Chairperson; Report of Nominations Committee -- Mr. Cummings (a) Election of Vice Chairman (b) Election of Trustee Representative to the Texas Growth Fund Board of Trustees; Report of Audit Committee -- Dr. Williamson (a) Consideration of 1997-1998 Annual Internal Audit Plan, (b) Consideration of Annual Performance and Salary for Director of Internal Audit; Report of Policy Committee -- Dr. Stream (a) Consideration of Internal Audit Charter, (b) Consideration of Soft Dollar Policy; Report of Real Estate Committee -- Dr. Youngblood; Report of Benefits Committee -- Mr. Whittenburg (a) Consideration of Finding under Government Code, sec.825.13 (c) that Expenses with respect to the File Conversion Project are required to Perform the Fiduciary Duties of the Board and the Amount Needed for the Project Exceeds the Amounts Appropriated to TRS; (b) Authorization of Transfer of Funds form the Interest Account of the Teacher Retirement Fund to the Expense Account to Cover Expenses of the Project; Report of Investments Committee- Chairperson (a) Consideration of Equity Approved Universe, (b) Consideration of Allocation of Cash Flow for Current Quarter; Review of Investment Performance -- Mr. Walker; Report on Progress in Implementation of PAM- Mr. Jung; Custodial Transition Status Report -- Mr. Jung; Consideration of Extension of Fiduciary Liability and Directors and Officers Liability Insurance Policy -- Mr. Fickel; Status Report of Benefit Services Transformation (BeST Project) -- Mrs. Koontz; Report of Benefits Division -- Mrs. Koontz (a) Approval of Members Qualified for Retirement; (b) Ratification of Minutes of Medical Board Meeting; (c) Consideration of Disability Earnings Report, (d) Report of Status of Retired Payroll; (e) Report of Texas Public School Employees Group Insurance; Report on 1995 Raise and Letter informing Retirees of Right to Request an Annuity Calculation Based on Actual Salaries -- Mrs. Koontz; Report of Executive Director -- Mr. Dunlap; Comments by Board Members; Report of General Counsel on Litigation -- Mr. Baker. For ADA assistance, call John R. Mercer, (512) 397-6418 or TDD (512) 397-6444 or (800) 841-4497 at least two days prior to the meeting. Contact: John R. Mercer, 1000 Red River, Austin, Texas 78701-2698, (512) 397- 6418. Filed: September 17, 1997, 3:55 p.m. TRD-9712416 Texas A&M University System, Board of Regents Friday, September 19, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. Board of Regents Meeting Room, MSC Annex,, Clark Street College Station Board of Regents AGENDA: This is a special meeting with former regents to provide an update on the System. Contact: Vicki Burt, The Texas A&M University System, College Station, Texas 77843, (409) 845-9600. Filed: September 15, 1997, 3:49 p.m. TRD-9712297 Wednesday, September 24, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. Board of Regents Meeting Room, Board of Regents Annex, Clark Street College Station Committee on Academic and Student Affairs AGENDA: The purpose of the meeting is to review admissions requirements and enrollment management at Prairie View A&M University, Tarleton State University, Texas A&M University-Kingsville, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, Texas A&M International University, West Texas A&M University, Texas A&M University- Commerce, Baylor College of Dentistry and Texas A&M University-Texarkana and take any necessary action for possible future changes Contact: Vicki Burt, The Texas A&M University System, College Station, Texas 77843, (409) 845-9600. Filed: September 19, 1997, 11:41 a.m. TRD-9712494 Thursday, September 25, 1997, 8:30 a.m., Reconvene September 26, 1997, 11:15 or upon adjournment of meeting of Campus Art Committee MSC Room 292, Joe Routt Boulevard College Station Board of Regents AGENDA: Consider and Vote on: Fees, Appropriations; System Health Science Center; Endowments; Depositories; Gifts; Sale and Conveyance of Land; Lease Agreements; Name Facilities; Construction Projects; Centers and Institutes; Logos; Expand Divisions; Acad. Reorg; Change Name of College; Adm. Requirements; TAMU-CC Baseball Stadium, Sys Policies; Board Bylaws; Statue; VP/Student Affairs; Resolutions; Appt Peace Offr; Tenure; Appts Promotions; Minutes; Titles; Reports; Closed Sess Discuss: Consult w/Sys Attys on Pend and Prop Lit and Matters Rec as Atty-Client Conf and Priv; Real Property; Matters Inv Appt, Employ, Eval, Reassign, Duties, Discipline, or Dismissal, or to Hear Complaints or Charges Against Offr or Employee Including Report on Admin Compen. and Appoint of VP/Stud Affair; Adm contracts; Closed Session Conferences w/Sys Employees to Receive Info Contact: Vicki Burt, The Texas A&M University System, College Station, Texas 77843, (409) 845-9600. Filed: September 19, 1997, 11:19 a.m. TRD-9712489 Thursday, September 25, 1997, 9:30 a.m., (or upon recess of the Board Meeting) MSC Room 292, Joe Routt Boulevard College Station Committee on Audit AGENDA: Consider and Vote on the Adoption of Minor Revisions to System Policies, TAMUS; Amendments to the Bylaws of the Board of Regents, TAMUS; Adoption of Revision to Policy 21.03 (Internal Auditing), TAMUS. Contact: Vicki Burt, The Texas A&M University System, College Station, Texas 77843, (409)845-9600. Filed: September 19, 1997, 11:41 a.m. TRD-9712495 Thursday, September 25, 1997, 10:30 a.m., (or upon recess or adjournment of Committee on Audit) MSC Room 292, Joe Routt Boulevard College Station Committee on Academic and Student Affairs AGENDA: Consider and Vote on: Close Ctr for Alt Fuels Res & Inst for Natl Drug Abatement Res, TEES; Establish Inst for Telecommunications & Information Technologies, TEES; New Logo, PVAMU; Expand Div of Architecture, PVAMU; Authorize Phase 1 of Acad. Reorganization Plan, PVAMU; Participate in NHMCCD Univ Ctr, PVAMU; Authorize TAMU to Undertake a Special Project to Strengthen and Enhance its Image in Field of Higher Ed, TAMU; Change Name of College/Geosciences & Maritime Studies to College of Geosciences, TAMU; Approve Admission Requirements for System Universities; Possible Action Regarding Proposed TAMU-CC Baseball Stadium, Reports on Collaborative Efforts and Cloning Research Contact: Vicki Burt, The Texas A&M University System, College Station, Texas 77843, (409) 845-9600. Filed: September 19, 1997, 1:07 p.m. TRD-9712500 Friday, September 26, 1997, 8:30 a.m. MSC Room 292, Joe Routt Boulevard College Station Committee on Finance AGENDA: Consider and Vote on: Increase Feed Inspection Fee, TAES; Appropriation for Operating Equipment for ASTREC, Transportation Center Fleet Vehicles, Graphic Arts Services Equipment, Deferred Maintenance Projects, TAMU; Consolidation of Health-Related Components Into Systemwide Health Science Ctr; Appropriation to Purchase Furniture and Equipment for Evans Library, TAMUS; Establish Quasi- Endowment, TAMU; Approve Local Depository for TAMUG, TAMU; Accept Gifts, Grants, Loans and Bequests, TAMUS; Accept Report of Appropriations by the Chancellor, TAMUS Contact: Vicki Burt, The Texas A&M University System, College Station, Texas 77843, (409)-845-9600. Filed: September 19, 1997, 1:05 p.m. TRD-9712498 Friday, September 26, 1997, 9:30 a.m. (or upon adjournment of the Committee on Finance Meeting) MSC Room 292, Joe Routt Boulevard College Station Committee on Buildings and Physical Plant AGENDA: Consider and Vote on: Sale of Land, Waller and Williamson Counties, TAMUS; Ground Lease Agreement, Hunt County, TAMUS; Convey Land, Bell Co., TAMUS; Lease Space Within IBT Bldg, TAMUS; Name Facilities at System Institutions, TAMUS; Approve POR, Appropriation for Design & Selection of A/E Design Team for the Physical Conditioning Lab, TAMU-K; Act on Bids for Aikin Bldg Expansion, TAMU-T; Approve Prelim Design for Natural Resources Informatics Lab, Blacklands Res Ctr, Temple, TAES; Approve Prelim Design for Child Care Ctr, TAMU; Act on BIDS for Athletic Facilites Revonations/Additions, Phase IV, TAMU; Act on Bids for Easterwood Airport Rescue and Firefighting Facility, TAMU; Reports Contact: Vicki Burt, The Texas A&M University System, College Station, Texas 77843, (409)-845-9600. Filed: September 19, 1997, 1:06 p.m. TRD-9712608 Friday, September 26, 1997, 11:00 a.m. (or upon adjournment or recess of Committee on Buildings and Physical Plant) MSC Room 292, Joe Routt Boulevard College Station Campus Art & Aesthetic Improvement Committee AGENDA: Consider and Vote on: Creation and Placement of Statue of Lieutenant General James F. Hollingsworth, TAMU; and discuss any other matters relating to campus art and aesthetic improvement Contact: Vicki Burt, The Texas A&M University System, College Station, Texas 77843, (409)-845-9600. Filed: September 19, 1997, 1:06 p.m. TRD-9712496 Texas Southern University Thursday, October 2, 1997, 10:00 a.m. 3100 Cleburne/Hannah Hall, Room 111 Houston AGENDA: Academic Affairs Committee Meeting to Consider: Progress reports of academic activities and programs. Executive Session. Contact: Janet Lightfoot, 3100 Cleburne, Houston, Texas 77004, (713) 529-8911. Filed: September 19, 1997, 1:21 p.m. TRD-9712504 Thursday, October 2, 1997, 11:15 a.m. 3100 Cleburne/Hannah Hall, Room 111 Houston Development Committee AGENDA: Meeting to Consider: Reports from the Administration on University Fund-Raising efforts. Contact: Janet Lightfoot, 3100 Cleburne, Houston, Texas 77004, (713) 529-8911. Filed: September 19, 1997, 1:21 p.m. TRD-9712505 Thursday, October 2, 1997, 11:45 a.m. 3100 Cleburne/Hannah Hall, Room 111 Houston Personnel Committee AGENDA: Meeting to Consider: Ratification of appointments of instructions personnel, academic personnel changes. Executive Session. Contact: Janet Lightfoot, 3100 Cleburne, Houston, Texas 77004, (713) 529-8911. Filed: September 19, 1997, 1:21 p.m. TRD-9712506 Thursday, October 2, 1997, 12:15 p.m. 3100 Cleburne/Hannah Hall, Room 111 Houston Student Services Committee AGENDA: Meeting to Consider: Progress reports to receive informational items. Executive Session. Contact: Janet Lightfoot, 3100 Cleburne, Houston, Texas 77004, (713) 529-8911. Filed: September 19, 1997, 1:21 p.m. TRD-9712507 Thursday, October 2, 1997, 1:15 p.m. 3100 Cleburne Houston AGENDA: Finance and Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting to Consider: Matters relating to financial reporting systems, and budgets; fiscal reports from the administration; investments, contract awards; and informational items. Executive Session. Contact: Janet Lightfoot, 3100 Cleburne, Houston, Texas 77004, (713) 529-8911. Filed: September 19, 1997, 1:22 p.m. TRD-9712508 Friday, October 3, 1997, 8:30 a.m. 3100 Cleburne, Robert J. Terry Library, Fifth Floor Houston Board of Regents AGENDA: Meeting to Consider: Minutes; Report of the President; Report from standing committees; Executive Session. Contact: Janet Lightfoot, 3100 Cleburne, Houston, Texas 77004, (713) 529-8911. Filed: September 19, 1997, 1:22 p.m. TRD-9712509 Texas State Technical College System Monday, September 22, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. 3801 Campus Drive Waco Board of Regents Telephone Conference AGENDA: Authorization to Advertise, Accept Bids, and Award a Contract for Construction of the Fentress Center Phase II Technology Building and the John B. Connally Technology Center. Contact: Sandra J. Krumnow, 3801 Campus Drive, Waco, Texas 76705, (254) 867- 4890. Filed: September 16, 1997, 4:59 p.m. TRD-9712340 Texas Department of Transportation Thursday, September 25, 1997, 9:00 a.m. 125 East 11th Street, First Floor, Dewitt C. Greer Building Austin Texas Transportation Commission AGENDA: Delegations: State Representative Glenn O. Lewis regarding Spur 303 in Fort Worth. Approve Minutes. Awards/Recognitions/Resolutions: Presentation of donation from MBNA Bank, N.A. for Don't Mess with Texas antilitter campaign. Reports: IH27 Corridor-Phase II; Summary on Speed Limit Town Meetings. Commission Position Statement on Personnel Retention. Rulemaking: 43 TAC, Chapter 3, 6, 18, 23, and 28. Multimodal Transportation: Creation of ad hoc advisory committee; Establish goals for railroad safety program. Programs: 1997 All-Weather Pavement Markings Study; Addditional project information concerning Unified Transportation Program; Authorize loan to North Texas Tollway Authority. Capital Improvement Program for FYs 1998-1999. Contract Awards/Rejections/Defaults/Assignments/Claims. Contested Cases. Routine Minute Orders. Executive Session for legal counsel consultation, land acquisition matters, and management personnel evaluations, designation, assignments and duties. Open comment period. Contact: Diane Northam, 125 East 11th Street, Austin, Texas, 78701, (512) 463- 8630. Filed: September 17, 1997, 1:58 p.m. TRD-9702401 University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Wednesday, September 24, 1997, 3:00 p.m. 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, Room 422A San Antonio Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee AGENDA: 1. Approval of Minutes 2. Protocol for Review 3. Subcommittee Reports 4. Other Business Contact: Molly Greene, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, Texas 78284-7822, (210) 567-3717. Filed: September 16, 1997, 1:58 p.m. TRD-9712320 University of Texas Health Center at Tyler Thursday, October 2, 1997, Noon. Highway 271 & Highway 155, Room 117 Tyler Animal Research Committee AGENDA: Approval of Minutes Chairman Report Veterinarian Reports Old Business New Business Adjournment Contact: Lea Alegre, P.O. Box 2003, Tyler, Texas 75710, (903) 877-7661. Filed: September 19, 1997, 2:42 p.m. TRD-9712535 University of Texas System Thursday, September 25, 1997, 2:00 p.m. 201 West Seventh 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 to consider the two items set forth below which need to be resolved prior to the next regular meeting of the Board on November 12-13, 1997: U.T. El Paso -- Special Events Center: Request for Approval fo Name Building (Regents' Rules and Regulations, Part One, Chapter VIII, sec.1, Naming of Buildings and Other Facilities) (No Publicity) U.T. Permian Basin: Recommendation for Approval to Name a Campus Street (Regents' Rules and REgulations, Part One, Chapter VIII, sec.1, Naming of Buildings and Other Facilities) It is not possible to convene a quorum of the Board at one place to consider these items. Contact: Arthur H. Dilly, 201 West Seventh Street, Austin, Texas 78701-2981, (512) 499-4402. Filed: September 19, 1997, 2:49 p.m. TRD-9712541 Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners Thursday-Friday, October 2-3, 1997, 8:30 a.m. Tower Two, William P. Hobby Building, Room 225, 333 Guadalupe Street Austin Board AGENDA: The Board will be taking action on Agreed Orders in disciplinary cases listed on the attached agenda. The Board will take action on those rules listed on the agenda. The Board will also consider the September Exam Results, elect officers, appoint April Examination Committees, and other items reflected on the attached agenda. The Board may go into executive session to discuss contemplated and pending litigation, and the responsibilities of the Executive Director. Persons requiring reasonable accommodations are requested to contact Judy Smith, 333 Guadalupe, #2-330, Austin, Texas 78701-3998, (512) 305-7555 or TDD 1-800- 735-2989 within 72 hours of the meeting to make appropriate arrangements. Contact: Judy Smith, 333 Guadalupe, #2-330, Austin, Texas 78701-3998, (512) 305- 7555. Filed: September 18, 1997, 2:44 p.m. TRD-9712540 Texas Workers' Compensation Commission Friday, September 19, 1997, 11:30 a.m. 208 Barton Springs Road, Hyatt Regency Hotel, Texas Ballroom V Austin Public Meeting AGENDA: 1. Call to Order 2. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Pursuant to sec.551.074, Government Code, to consider personnel matters relating to the Executive Director, including but not limited to: (a) the selection of an acting Executive Director and the salary, other benefits, employment terms, title, and duties for an acting Executive Director; and (b) the process and the implementation of a process for selection of an Executive Director, and pursuant to sec.551.071, Government Code, to discuss matters relating to and to receive advice from counsel concerning privileged attorney-client communications, settlement offers, and/or contemplated and pending litigation. 3. Action on Matters considered in Executive Session 4. Adjournment Contact: Bob Marquette, 4000 South IH35, Austin, Texas 78704, (512) 440-5690. Filed: September 16, 1997, 9:22 a.m. TRD-9712303 Texas Workforce Commission Wednesday, September 24, 1997, 9:00 a.m. 9821 Colonnade Boulevard, Omni San Antonio Hotel Boardroom, Second Floor San Antonio Texas Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service AGENDA: Reading and approval of minutes; Introduction of new Commissioners; Executive report, Nancy Weiss; State of the Commission Report, Barbara DuBose; Motion for change of by-laws; Reports of standing committees; Reports of task forces; Adjourn. Contact: Dee Bednar, 101 East 15th Street, Austin, Texas 78778, (512) 463-9484. Filed: September 16, 1997, 2:59 p.m. TRD-9712327 Thursday, September 25, 1997, 9:00 a.m. Room 644, TWC Building, 101 East 15th Street Austin AGENDA: Discussion, consideration and possible action relating to: (1) integration of eligibility determination and service delivery relative to House Bill 2777; (2) proposed incentive and sanction rule for local workforce boards; (3) potential and pending applications for certification of local workforce development boards; (4) recommendations to TCWEC of operational plans of local workforce development boards; (5) approval of local workforce board or private industry council nominees; (6) acceptance of donations of child care matching funds and (7) Employment and Training state plan. Discussion regarding: Revision of rules related to the TANF employment program; EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to Government Code and sec.551.071(2) concerning all matters identified in this agenda where the Commissioners seek the advice of its attorney as privileged communications under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas and to Discuss the Open Meetings Act and administrative Procedures Act; Actions, if any, resulting from executive session; Consideration and action on continuing jurisdiction and reconsideration of unemployment compensation cases, and higher level appeal in unemployment compensation cases on Docket 39; Consideration and adoption on hearing notices in drug cases, of policies on the adoption of precedent cases and revision of precedent manual; Discussion regarding standards of proof in unemployment benefits cases involving drug testing; and set date of next meeting. Contact: J. Randel (Jerry) Hill, 101 East 15th Street, Austin, Texas 78778, (512) 463-7833. Filed: September 17, 1997, 3:37 p.m. TRD-9712413 Regional Meetings Meetings filed September 16, 1997 Austin-Travis County MHMR Center, Planning and Operations Committee, met at 1430 Collier Street, Board Room, Austin, September 19, 1997 at Noon. Information may be obtained from Sharon Taylor, 1430 Collier Street, Austin, Texas 78704, (512) 440-4031. TRD-9712311. Burnet County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 110 Avenue H, Suite 106, Marble Falls, September 25, 1997 at Noon. Information may be obtained from Barbara Ratliff, P.O. Drawer E, Burnet, Texas 78611, (512) 756-8291. TRD- 9712318. Central Texas Council of Governments, Executive Committee, met at 302 East Central Avenue, Belton, September 25, 1997 at 11:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from A.C. Johnson, P.O. Box 729, Belton, Texas 76513, (254) 939-1801. TRD-9712339. Central Texas Water Supply Corporation, met at 4020 Lakecliff Drive, Harker Heights, September 23, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Delores Hamilton, 4020 Lakecliff Drive, Harker Heights, Texas 76548, (254) 698- 2779. TRD-9712312. Education Service Center, Region XIII, Board of Directors, met at 5701 Springdale Road, Room H, Austin, September 22, 1997 at 11:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Dr. Roy C. Benavides, 5701 Springdale Road, Austin, Texas 78723, (512) 919-5300. TRD-9712314. Education Service Center, Region XIII, Board of Directors, met at 5701 Springdale Road, Room H, Austin, September 22, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Dr. Roy C. Benavides, 5701 Springdale Road, Austin, Texas 78723, (512) 919-5300. TRD-9712315. Gulf Bend Center, Board of Trustees, met at 1502 East Airline, Victoria, September 23, 1997 at Noon. Information may be obtained from Agnes Moeller, 1502 East Airline, Gulf Bend Center, Victoria, Texas 77901, (512) 582-2309. TRD- 9712319. Hansford County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 709 West Seventh, Spearman, September 24, 1997, at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Alice Peddy, 709 West 7th Street, Spearman, Texas 79081, (806) 659-5575. TRD- 9712309. Lee County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 218 East Richmond Street, Giddings, September 24, 1997 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Roy L. Holcomb, 218 East Richmond Street, Giddings, Texas 78942, (409) 542- 9618. TRD-9712310. Lee County Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board, met at 218 East Richmond Street, Giddings, September 25, 1997 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Delores Shaw, 218 East Richmond Street, Giddings, Texas 78942, (409) 542- 9618. TRD-9712326. North Texas Local Workforce Development Board, met at 4309 Jacksboro Highway, Suite 200, Wichita Falls, September 25, 1997 at Noon. Information may be obtained from Mona W. Statser, P.O. Box 5144, Wichita Falls, Texas 76307-5144, (940) 322-5281, fax: (940) 322-6743. TRD-9712304. West Central Texas Council of Governments, Executive Committee, met at 1025 EN 10th Street, Abilene, September 24, 1997 at 12:45 p.m. Information may be obtained from Brad Helbert, 1025 EN 10th Street, Abilene, Texas 79601, (915) 672-8544. TRD-9712321. Meetings filed September 17, 1997 Bexar Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 535 South Main Street, San Antonio, September 22, 1997 at 8:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Beverly Houston, P.O. Box 830248, San Antonio, Texas 78283-0248, (210) 224-8511. TRD-9712411. Central Appraisal District of Rockwall County, Appraisal Review Board, met at 106 North San Jacinto, Rockwall, September 24, 1997 at 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Ray E. Helm, 106 North San Jacinto, Rockwall, Texas 75087, (972) 771-2034. TRD-9712393. Central Appraisal District of Rockwall County, Appraisal Review Board, met at 106 North San Jacinto, Rockwall, September 25, 1997 at 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Ray E. Helm, 106 North San Jacinto, Rockwall, Texas 75087, (972) 771-2034. TRD-9712392. Central Counties Center for MHMR Services, Board of Trustees, met at 304 South 22nd Street, Temple, September 25, 1997. Joint Committee met at 5:30 p.m., full board at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Eldon Tietje, 304 South 22nd Street, Temple, Texas 76501, (817) 778-4841, extension 301.TRD-9712391. Central Texas Opportunities, Inc., Board of Directors, met at 1200 South Frio, Coleman, September 23, 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- 9712402. Coastal Bend Council of Governments, Membership, will meet at 2910 Leopard Street, Corpus Christi, September 26, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from John P. Buckner, P.O. Box 9909, Corpus Christi, Texas 78469, (512) 883-5743. TRD-9712387. East Texas Council of Governments, Board of Directors, met at 1150 North Newsome Street, Mineola, September 25, 1997 at 7:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Glynn Knight, 3800 Stone Road, Kilgore, Texas 75662, (903) 984-8641. TRD- 9712350. Education Service Center, Region VII, Board of Directors, met at 440 Highway 79 South, Henderson, September 25, 1997 at Noon. Information may be obtained from Eddie J. Little, 818 East Main Street, Kilgore, Texas 75662, (903) 984-3071. TRD-9712394. LRGV Development Council (LRGVDC), Board of Directors, met at Harlingen Chamber of Commerce, 311 East Tyler, Harlingen, September 25, 1997 at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Kenneth N. Jones, Jr., or Anna M. Hernandez, 311 North 15th Street, McAllen, Texas 78501, (956) 682-3481. TRD-9712412. LRGV Development Council (LRGVDC), Board of Directors, will meet at Harlingen Chamber of Commerce, 311 East Tyler, Harlingen, September 28, 1997 at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Kenneth N. Jones, Jr., or Anna M. Hernandez, 311 North 15th Street, McAllen, Teas 78501, (956) 682-3481. TRD-9712410. North Central Texas Council of Governments, Executive Board, met at Centerpoint Two, 616 Six Flags Drive, Second Floor, Arlington, September 25, 1997 at 12:45 p.m. Information may be obtained from Edwina J. Shires, P.O. Box 5888, Arlington, Texas 76005-5888, (817) 640-3300. TRD-9712351. Pecan Valley MHMR Region, Board of Trustees, met at 108 Pirate Drive, Granbury, September 24, 1997 at 8:15 a.m. Information may be obtained from Dr. Theresa Mulloy, P.O. Box 973, Stephenville, Texas 76401, (254) 965-7806. TRD-9712405. San Antonio-Bexar County Metropolitan Planning Organization, Transportation Steering Committee, met at International Conference Center of the Convention Center Complex, Intersection of Alamo and Market, San Antonio, September 22, 1997 at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Charlotte Roszelle, 603 Navarro, Suite 904, San Antonio, Texas, 78205, (210) 227-8651. TRD-9712396. Southwest Milam Water Supply Corporation, Board, met at 114 East Cameron, Rockdale, September 22, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Dwayne Jekel, P.O. Box 232, Rockdale, Texas 76567, (512) 446-2604. TRD-9712404. Texas Automobile Insurance Plan Association, Governing Committee, met at the Omni Austin Hotel Southpark, 4140 Governor's Row, Austin, September 25, 1997 at 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Dianna Brooks, P.O. Box 18447, Austin, Texas 78760, (512) 444-5999. TRD-9712395. Meetings filed September 18, 1997 Ark-Tex Council of Governments, (ATCOG), Board of Directors, met at Hopkins county Regional Civic Center, 1200 Houston, Sulphur Springs, September 25, 1997, 2:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Sandie Brown, P.O. Box 5307, Texarkana, Texas 75505, (903) 832-8636, fax: (903) 832-3441. TRD-9712443. Atascosa County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 4th and Avenue J, Poteet, September 25, 1997, 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Curtis Stewart, P.O. Box 130, Poteet, Texas 78065-0139, (830) 742-3591. TRD-9712464. Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District, Board of Directors, Called Meeting, met at 1124A Regal Row, Austin, September 25, 1997 at 12:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Bill E. Couch, 1124A Regal Row, Austin, Texas 78748, (512) 282-8441, fax: (512) 282-7016. TRD-9712435. Burke Center, Board of Trustees, will meet at 4101 South Medford, Lufkin, September 30, 1997, at 1:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Debra Fox, 4101 South Medford Drive, Lufkin, Texas 75901, (409) 639-1141. TRD-9712442. Central Plains Center for MHMR & SA, Board of Trustees, met at 208 South Columbia, Plainview, September 25, 1997 at 6:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Ron Trusler, 2700 Yonkers, Plainview, Texas 79072, (806) 293-2636. TRD- 9712469. Central Texas Council of Governments, KTUTS Planning Policy Board, met at 302 East Central (Classroom), Belton, September 24, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Jim Reed, P.O. Box 729, Belton, Texas 76513, (254) 933- 7075, extension 203. TRD-9712444. Coastal Bend Area Chief Elected Officials Council, CEO Council, will meet at 2910 Leopard Street, Coastal Bend Council of Governments Offices, Corpus Christi, September 26, 1997 at 3:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Robyn Saenz, 1616 Martin Luther King Drive, Corpus Christi, Texas 78401, (512) 889- 5300, extension 264, TRD-9712456. Comal Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 178 East Mill Street, #102, New Braunfels, Monday, September 22, 1997 at 5:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Lynn E. Rodgers, P.O. Box 31222, New Braunfels, Texas 78131-31222, (830) 625-8597. TRD-9712453. Community Action Committee of Victoria, Texas, CAC Board of Directors, met at 1501 North DeLeon, Suite A, Victoria, September 25, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Vicki Smith, 1501 North DeLeon, Suite A, Victoria, Texas 77902-2142. TRD-9712468. Education Service Center, Region 18, Board of Directors, will meet at 2811 LaForce Boulevard, Midland, October 2, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Mr. Bryan LaBeff, P.O. Box 60580, Midland, Texas, 79711, (915) 563-2380. TRD-9712446. Gulf Bend Center, Board of Trustees, met at 1502 East Airline, Victoria, September 23, 1997, at Noon with revised agenda. Information may be obtained from Agnes Moeller, 1502 East Airline, Victoria, Texas 77901, (512) 582-2309. TRD-9712455. Hickory Underground Water Conservation District Number One, Board and Advisors, met at 2005 South Bridge, Brady, September 23, 1997 at 5:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Stan Reinhard, P.O. Box 1214, Brady, Texas 76825, (915) 597- 2785. TRD-9712439. Hockley County Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board, met at 1103 Houston Street, Levelland, September 22, 1997 at 7:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Nick Williams, P.O. Box 1090, Levelland, Texas 79336, (806) 894-9654. TRD- 9712445. Liberty County Central Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 315 Main Street, Liberty, September 24, 1997 at 9:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Sherry Greak, P.O. Box 10016, Liberty, Texas 77575, (409) 336-5722. TRD- 9712433. Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council, Hidalgo County Metropolitan Planning Organization, met at TxDOT District Office, 600 West Expressway U.S.83, Pharr, September 25, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Edward L. Molitor, 311 North 15th Street, McAllen, Texas, (956) 682-3481. TRD-9712440. Lower Rio Grande Valley Tech Prep Associate Degree Consortium, Board of Directors, met at Best Western Palm Aire Motel, 415 South International Boulevard, Weslaco, September 24, 1997 at Noon. Information may be obtained from Pat Bubb, TSTC Conference Center, Harlingen, Texas 78550-3967, (210) 425-0729. TRD-9712451. Lubbock Regional MHMR Center, Board of Trustees-Program Committee, met at 1602 10th Street, Board Room, Lubbock, September 23, 1997 at 4:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Tami Swoboda, P.O. Box 2828, Lubbock, Texas 79408, (806) 766-0217. TRD-9712465. Lubbock Regional MHMR Center, Board of Trustees-Resources Committee,will meet at 1602 10th Street, Conference Room, Lubbock, September 29, 1997 at 11:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Tami Swoboda, P.O. Box 2828, Lubbock, Texas 79408, (806) 766-0217. TRD-9712466. Lubbock Regional MHMR Center, Board of Trustees, met at 1602 10th Street, Board Room, Lubbock, September 29, 1997 at Noon. Information may be obtained from Tami Swoboda, P.O. Box 2828, Lubbock, , Texas 79408, (806) 766-0217. TRD-9712467. Sharon Water Supply Corporation, Special Board Meeting, met at the Office of Sharon Water Supply Corporation, Highway 37 South, Winnsboro, September 22, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Gerald Brewer, Route 5, Box 50361, Winnsboro, Texas 75494, (903) 342-3525. TRD-9712448. South Texas Workforce Development Board, met at 901 Kennedy Street, Zapata, September 25, 1997, 4:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Myrna V. Herbst, P.O. Box 1757, Laredo, Texas 78044-1757, (210) 722-0546. TRD-9712458. West Central Texas Municipal Water District, met at 410 Hickory, Abilene, September 24, 1997, 9:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from David E. Bell, P.O. Box 2362, Abilene, Texas 79604, (915) 673-8254. TRD-9712450. Meetings filed September 19, 1997 Alamo Area Council of Governments, Area Judges, met at 118 Broadway, Suite 400, San Antonio, September 24, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Al J. Notzon III, 118 Broadway, Suite 400, San Antonio, Texas 78205, (210) 225- 5201. TRD-9712497. Alamo Area Council of Governments, Board of Directors, met at 118 Broadway, Suite 400, San Antonio, September 24, 1997 at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Al J. Notzon III, 118 Broadway, Suite 400, San Antonio, Texas 78205, (210) 225-5201. TRD-9712493. Andrews Center, Board of Trustees, met at 2323 West Front Street, Board Room, Tyler, September 25, 1997 at 3:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Richard J. De Santo, P.O. Box 4730, Tyler, Texas 75712, (903) 535-7338. TRD-9712549. Austin-Travis County MHMR Center, Planning and Operations Committee, met with Emergency Revised Agenda, at 1430 Collier Street, Board Room, Austin, September 19, 1997 at Noon. Information may be obtained from Sharon Taylor, 1430 Collier Street, Austin, Texas 78704, (512) 440-4031. TRD-9712471. Austin-Travis County MHMR Center, Finance and Control Committee, met at 1430 Collier Street, Board Room, September 23, 1997, at Noon. Information may be obtained from Sharon Taylor, 1430 Collier Street, Austin, Texas 78704, (512) 440-4031. TRD-9712492. Austin-Travis County MHMR Center, Revised Agenda, Finance and Control Committee, met at 1430 Collier Street, Board Room, September 23, 1997, at Noon. Information may be obtained from Sharon Taylor, 1430 Collier Street, Austin, Texas 78704, (512) 440-4031. TRD-9712561. Capital Area Rural Transportation System (CARTS), met at 2010 East Sixth Street, CARTS Conference Room, Austin, September 25, 1997 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Edna M. Burroughs, P.O. Box 6050, Austin, Texas 78702, (512) 389-1011. TRD-9712550. Central Texas Water Supply Corporation, met at 4020 Lake Cliff Drive, Harker Heights, September 23, 1997 at 7:00 p.m., monthly meeting with revised agenda. Information may be obtained from Delores Hamilton, 4020 Lake Cliff Drive, Harker Heights, Texas 76548, (254) 698-2779. TRD-9712491. Central Texas Workforce Development Board met at 301 West Loop 121 (Bell County Expo Center), Belton, September 25, 1997 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Susan Kamas, P.O. Box 450, Belton, Texas 76513, (254) 939-3771. TRD-9712485. Comal Independent School District, Board of Trustees, met at 1421 North Business 35, New Braunfels, September 24, 1997, 7:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Abel Campos, 1421 North Business 35, New Braunfels, Texas 78130, (210) 625- 8081. TRD-9712473. Edwards Aquifer Authority, Comprehensive Management Planning Committee, met at 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, September 23, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Sally Tamez-Salas, 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, Texas 78212, (210) 222-2204. TRD-9712544. Edwards Aquifer Authority, Administrative Committee, met at 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, September 23, 1997 at 3:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Sally Tamez-Salas, 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, Texas 78212, (210) 222-2204. TRD-9712545. Edwards Aquifer Authority, Research and Technology Committee, met at 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, September 24, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Sally Tamez-Salas, 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, Texas 78212, (210) 222-2204. TRD-9712548. Edwards Aquifer Authority, Aquifer Management Planning Committee, met at 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, September 24, 1997 at 3:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Sally Tamez-Salas, 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, Texas 78212, (210) 222-2204. TRD-9712547. Golden Crescent Private Industry Council, met at 2401 Houston Highway, Victoria, September 24, 1997 at 6:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Sandy Heiermann, 2401 Houston Highway, Victoria, Texas 77901, (512) 576-5872. TRD- 9712551. Grayson Appraisal District, Board of Directors, Revised agenda, met at 205 North Travis, Sherman, September 24, 1997, at Noon. Information may be obtained from Angie Keeton, 205 North Travis, Sherman, Texas 75090, (903) 893-9673. TRD- 9712564. Heart of Texas Region MHMR Center, Board of Trustees, met at 110 South 12th Street, Waco, September 23, 1997 at 11:45 a.m. Information may be obtained from Helen Jasso, P.O. Box 890, Waco, Texas 76703, (817) 752-3451, ext. 290. TRD- 9712477. Heart of Texas Region MHMR Center, Board of Trustees, met at 110 South 12th Street, Waco, with Revised Agenda, September 23, 1997 at 11:45 a.m. Information may be obtained from Helen Jasso, P.O. Box 890, Waco, Texas 76703, (817) 752- 3451, ext. 290. TRD-9712490. Hunt County Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board, will meet at 4801 King Street, Greenville, October 15, 1997 at 8:45 a.m. Information may be obtained from Shirley Gregory, P.O. Box 1339, Greenville, Texas 75403, (903) 454-3510. TRD-9712588. Lamar County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 521 Bonham Street, Paris, September 25, 1997 at 4:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Cathy Jackson, 521 Bonham Street, Paris, Texas 75461, (903) 785-7822. TRD-9712476. Northeast Texas Rural Rail Transportation District, Board, met at Greenville Municipal Building, 2821 Washington Street, Greenville, September 24, 1997 at Noon. Information may be obtained from Sue Ann Harting, 2821 Washington Street, Greenville, Texas 75401, (903) 450-0140. TRD-9712474. North Texas Tollway Authority, Budget Committee, met at 3015 Raleigh Street, Dallas, September 24, 1997, 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Jimmie G. Newton, 3015 Raleigh Street, Dallas, Texas 75219, (214) 522-6200. TRD-9712475. Red River Authority of Texas, Board of Directors, met at Holiday Inn, 401 Broad, Wichita Falls, September 24, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Ronald J. Glenn, 520 Hamilton Building, Wichita Falls, Texas 76301-6894, (940) 723-0855. TRD-9712510. Meetings filed September 22, 1997 Concho Valley Workforce Development Board, will meet at 124 West Beauregard, (Texas Room), San Angelo, October 2, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Sidney Mabry, P.O. Box 770, Mertzon, Texas 76941, (915) 835-4361. TRD-9712562. Hays County Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board, met at 21001 North IH35, Kyle, September 24, 1997 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Lynnell Sedlar, 21001 North IH35, Kyle, Texas 78640, (512) 268-2522. TRD-9712584. Hays County Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board, met at 21001 North IH35, Kyle, September 25, 1997 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Lynnell Sedlar, 21001 North IH35, Kyle, Texas 78640, (512) 268-2522. TRD-9712585.