TITLE open-meetings

Texas State Board of Public Accountancy

Tuesday, January 27, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

333 Guadalupe Street, Tower III, Suite 900, Room 910

Austin

Behavioral Enforcement Committee

AGENDA:

Consideration of Investigation, Discussion Items, and Informal Conferences.

Contact: Amanda Birrell, 333 Guadalupe, Tower III, Room 900, Austin, Texas 78701-3900, (512) 305-7845.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 11:58 a.m.

TRD-9800495


State Office of Administrative Hearings

Thursday, January 15, 1998, 10:00 a.m.

1700 North Congress Avenue

Austin

Utility Division

AGENDA:

A Hearing on the Merits is scheduled for the above date and time in:

SOAH Docket Number 473-97-2058 — Complaint of FRED BOERNER Against NUECES ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC. (PUC Docket 17653).

Contact: William G. Newchurch, 300 West 15th Street, Suite 502, Austin, Texas 78701-1649, (512) 936-0728.

Filed: January 9, 1998, 11:22 a.m.

TRD-9800334


Tuesday, January 20, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

1700 North Congress Avenue

Austin

Utility Division

AGENDA:

A Prehearing Conference is scheduled for the above date and time in:

SOAH Docket Number 473-97-2299 — Petition of CENTRAL POWER AND LIGHT COMPANY, WEST TEXAS UTILITIES COMPANY and SOUTHWESTERN ELECTRIC POWER COMPANY for Approval of Contracts for Low-Income DSM Programs and for Authority to Implement a Power Cost Recovery Factor Associated Therewith. (PUC Docket Number 18041).

Contact: William G. Newchurch, 300 West 15th Street, Suite 502, Austin, Texas 78701-1649, (512) 936-0728.

Filed: January 9, 1998, 11:22 a.m.

TRD-9800333


Tuesday, February 17, 1998, 9:30 a.m.

1700 North Congress Avenue

Austin

Utility Division

AGENDA:

Hearing on the Merits is scheduled for the above date and time in:

A Hearing on the Merits is scheduled for the above date and time in SOAH Docket 473-97-2310; PUC Docket Number 18373; Application of Group Long Distance, Inc. For a Service provider Certificate of Operating Authority.

Contact: William G. Newchurch, 300 West 15th Street, Suite 502, Austin, Texas 78701-1649, (512) 936-0728.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 2:21 p.m.

TRD-9800435


Tuesday, April 28, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

1700 North Congress Avenue

Austin

Utility Division

AGENDA:

Hearing on the Merits is scheduled for the above date and time in:

SOAH Docket Number 473-97-2031 — Application of TEXAS UTILITIES ELECTRIC COMPANY to Amend a Certificate of Convenience and Necessity to Construct a Proposed Transmission Line Within Denton County (PUC Docket Number 17686).

Contact: William G. Newchurch, 300 West 15th Street, Suite 502, Austin, Texas 78701-1649, (512) 936-0728.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 2:49 p.m.

TRD-9800510


Texas Department of Agriculture

Wednesday, January 21, 1998, 10:00 a.m.

Holiday Inn, 2865 West Washington

Stephenville

Texas Peanut Producers Board

AGENDA:

Roll call

Minutes of last meeting

Discussion and action: On national promotion; Board chairman's resignation and proposal to serve as a consultant on the upcoming election and referendum; Referendum educational activities; Funding for biennial election.

Discussion: Other Business

Adjourn

Contact: Mary Webb, P.O. Box 398, Gorman, Texas 76454, (817) 734-2853.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 11:02 a.m.

TRD-9800489


Wednesday, January 21, 1998, 10:30 a.m.

233 West Twohig

San Angelo

Texas Mohair Producers Board

AGENDA:

Roll call

Opening Remarks and Welcome

Approval of Minutes — November 6, 1997

Discussion and Action: Of Fiscal Affairs- Cash Flow and Budget Report, Check Off Assessment and Refunds; On Remarks from Katie Dickie Stavinoha, TDA Representative; Future Projects; Biennial Election of Directors; Scheduling of Next meeting.

Discussion: Other Business

Adjourn

Contact: Zane Willard, 233 West Twohig, San Angelo, Texas 76902, (915) 655-3161.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 3:58 p.m.

TRD-9800517


Texas Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse

Friday, January 16, 1998, 11:00 a.m.

Intersection of Highway 281 and FM 755 Delicia's Restaurant

Rochelle

Regional Advisory Consortium (RAC), Region 11

AGENDA:

Call to order; welcome and introduction of guests; approval of minutes; membership; election of officers; old business; new business; public comment; and adjournment.

Contact: Heather Harris, 9001 North IH35, Suite 105, Austin, Texas 78753-5233, (512) 349-6669 or (800) 832-8623, extension 6669.

Filed: January 8, 1998, 1:56 p.m.

TRD-9800295


Tuesday, January 20, 1998, 1:30 p.m.

501 West Sanford Street, Room 106, Health and Human Services Building

Arlington

Regional Advisory Consortium (RAC), Region 3

AGENDA:

Call to order; welcome and introduction of guests; approval of minutes; statewide service delivery plan comments; old business; new business; public comment; and adjournment.

Contact: Heather Harris, 9001 North IH35, Suite 105, Austin, Texas 78753-5233, (512) 349-6669 or (800) 832-8623, extension 6669.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 3:43 p.m.

TRD-9800453


The State Bar of Texas

Friday, January 16, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

Texas Tech Law School, Room 222

Lubbock

The Texas Commission for Lawyer Discipline

AGENDA:

PUBLIC SESSION: Call to order/Introductions/Approve Minutes

CLOSED SESSION: Discuss appropriate action with respect to pending evidentiary cases; pending and potential litigation; special counsel assignments; and the performance of the General Counsel/Chief Disciplinary Counsel and staff.

PUBLIC SESSION: Discuss and authorize General Counsel to make accept or reject offers or take other appropriate action with respect to matters discussed in closed session/Review and discuss the outcome of recent disciplinary trials/Report of Chief Disciplinary Counsel on those matters unresolved in prior meetings, pending additional information and take appropriate action, if any/Review, discuss and take appropriate action on: statistical and status reports of pending cases; the Commission's compliance with governing rules; reports concerning the state of the attorney disciplinary system and recommendations for refinement; budget, operations, and duties of the Commission and the General Counsel's Office; matters concerning district grievance committees; the Special Counsel Program and recruitment of volunteers/Discuss future meetings/Discuss other matters as appropriately come before the Commission/Public comment/Adjourn.

Contact: Anne McKenna, P.O. Box 12487, Austin, Texas 78711, 1-800-204-2222.

Filed: January 7, 1998, 3:59 p.m.

TRD-9800255


Friday, January 16, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

Texas Tech Law School, Room 222

Lubbock

Board of Directors

AGENDA:

Call to order/Roll Call/Invocation/Swearing in of new director/Consider approval of items on the Consent Agenda/Announcement of candidates for 1998-1999 Chair of the Board/Request for Sergeant-at-Arms for Resolutions Committee meeting at the Annual Meeting/Items presented by: President (including Benchmark Committee), President-Elect (including considering approval of: publication of 1998-1999 SBOT budget and notice of public hearing, and appointments to Bar Foundation's Board of Trustees), Executive Director, Commission for Lawyer Discipline, and General Counsel [CLOSED SESSION: discussion of potential and/or pending litigation. End CLOSED SESSION/Return to OPEN SESSION] Review and take appropriate action on items discussed in closed session/Review and take appropriate action on items presented by: Board Committees (Administrative Oversight, Audit and Finance, General Counsel Oversight, Grant Review, Legal Services, Long Range Planning, Legislative Policy, Minority Representation, Nominations and Elections, Judicial Poll Resolutions, and Ad Hoc Section Study)/Reports from: Immediate Past President, TYLA President, Supreme Court Liaison, Court of Criminal Appeals Liaison, State Bar Committees, Sections and Divisions (Coordination with Other Professional Groups Legal Administrator Division, Amendments to Section Bylaws, and Mid-Year Reports), Federal Judicial Liaison, judicial Section Liaison, and Out-of-State Lawyer Liaison/Public comment/Adjourn.

Contact: Pat Hiller, P.O. Box 12487, Austin, Texas 78711, 1-800-204-2222.

Filed: January 7, 1998, 3:59 p.m.

TRD-9800256


Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Friday, January 23, 1998, 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 November 14, 1997

Finance Issues:

1. Review of Policies/Procedures Regarding Reimbursements from Local ISDs

2. Review of Policies/Procedures for Accepting Grants and Other External Sources of Funds

3. Consideration of Approval of a Resolution Authorizing TSBVI to Finance Equipment/Vehicle Purchases through the Texas Public Finance Authority.

4. Review Donations Report

5. Review Investments Report

6. Review Revenue Reports

7. Review Expenditure Reports

8. Review Contingency Fund Report

Audit Items:

1. Report from Internal Auditor

Contact: Marjorie L. Heaton, 1100 West 45th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 206-9133.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 12:59 p.m.

TRD-9800496


Friday, January 23, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

1100 West 45th Street, Room 151

Austin

Board of Trustees, Subcommittee on Personnel

AGENDA:

1. Consideration of Internal Auditor's performance appraisal.

2. Consideration of Superintendent's performance appraisal.

3. Consideration of policy regarding self-evaluation.

4. Consideration of approval of the creation of a risk manager position.

5. Consideration of personnel policies:

CRF — Unemployment Insurance

DCD — Noncontract Employment (Review)

DHC — Sexual Harassment/Sexual Abuse (Amend)

Contact: Marjorie L. Heaton, 1100 West 45th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 206-9133.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 2:02 p.m.

TRD-9800502


Friday, January 23, 1998, 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 the January 23, 1998 Agenda:

BJBA-School Superintendent: Superintendent's Residence (Amend)

CFG- Accounting: Cash Received for School Purposes (Review)

CG — Bonded Employees and Officers (Amend)

CNBB —Transportation Management: Driver Examination and Training (Delete)

CPC —Office Management: Records Management Program (Amend)

CRF — Insurance and Annuities Management: Unemployment Insurance (Amend)

DCD — Employment Practices: Noncontract Employment (Review)

DHC — Employee Standards of Conduct: Sexual Harassment/Sexual Abuse (Amend)

DHE — Employment Standards of Conduct: Ethics (Amend)

DHF — Employment Standards of Conduct: Fraudulent Action Against TSBVI (Amend)

FDA-E —Admissions and Attendance Eligibility and Admission Requirements (Delete)

CKC — Community Relations: School Volunteer Program (Amend)

Contact: Marjorie L. Heaton, 1100 West 45th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 206-9133.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 2:02 p.m.

TRD-9800503


Friday, January 23, 1998, 10:00 a.m.

1100 West 45th Street, Room 116

Austin

Board of Trustees

AGENDA:

Approval of Minutes of November 14-15, 1997 Board Meetings; Approval of Board Policies; Consideration of Approval of Strategic Plan Objectives and Strategies; Consideration of Approval of a Resolution authorizing TSBVI to Finance Equipment/Vehicle Purchases through the Texas Public Finance Authority; Discussion of the Feasibility of Establishing an Education Affiliated Foundation.

Contact: Marjorie L. Heaton, 1100 West 45th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 206-9133.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 2:03 p.m.

TRD-9800504


Texas Cancer Council

Tuesday, January 27, 1998, 6:00 p.m.

211 East Seventh Street, Room 701, Texas Cancer Council

Austin

Executive Committee

AGENDA:

The Committee will discuss and possibly take action on: minutes of the august 6, 1997 meeting, agency activities nd staff workloads; and reviewing the Council meeting agenda and action items for the January 28 meeting. The Committee will then adjourn.

Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, large print or brialle, are requested to contact Lisa Nelson at (512) 463-3190 five working days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Contact: Emily F. Untermeyer, P.O. Box 12097, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463-3190.

Filed: January 14, 1998, 9:45 a.m.

TRD-9800552


Wednesday, January 28, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

Texas Medical Association, 401 West 15th Street, Dr. May Owen Conference Room

Austin

Board of Directors

AGENDA:

The Council will discuss and possibly take action on: minutes of the November 13, 1997 meeting; FY 1998 budget and performance issues that include plan implementation funds; performance measures, funding requests from the Dental Oncology Educaiton Program and the Spit Tobacco Prevention Analysis project, status report on the Texas Cancer Plan , and updates on the Senate Finance Committee hearing in February, the Sunset Advisory Commission review, the affirmative action plan, review of agency rules, and volunteer awards; strategic planning requirements; a presentation by the Cancer Registry on cancer statustics and trends and an assessment of agency performance and procedures from the Fy 1998 projects' perspectives. Then the Council will analyze FY 1998 projects with more discussion on possible directions and new initiatives for FY 1999-2003. The Council will discuss the agenda for the March 31 meeting; clarify staff assignments, and discuss rescheduling the May 1 meeting. The Council will then adjourn.

Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, large print or brialle, are requested to contact Lisa Nelson at (512) 463-3190 five working days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Contact: Emily F.Untermeyer, P.O. Box 12097, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463-3190.

Filed: January 14, 1998, 10:42 a.m.

TRD-9800560


Office of Court Administration

Monday, February 2, 1998, 10:00 a.m.

State Capitol Extension Room, E1.028

Austin

Texas Judicial Council Committee on Court Records

AGENDA:

I. Commencement of Meeting

II. Attendance of Members

III. Opening Remarks and Committee Update — Judge Mike Wood

IV. Committee Discussion of Public Access to Court Records

V. Public Testimony

VI. Other Business: Date of Next Meeting

VII. Adjourn.

Contact: Amy Chamberlain, 205 West 14th Street, #600, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-1625.

Filed: January 14, 1998, 9:29 a.m.

TRD-9800546


Texas Department of Criminal Justice

Thursday, January 22, 1998, 1:30 p.m.

1100 Congress Avenue, Capitol Extension, Room E1.028

Austin

Community Justice Assistance Division

AGENDA:

Public Service Committee

I. Set Nominations Deadlines

II. Discuss How and When to Request Nominations

III. Discuss Potential Nominees

Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may 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: Lois A. Warncke, P.O. Box 12427, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 305-9323.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 4:43 p.m.

TRD-9800523


Thursday, January 22, 1998, 2:00 p.m.

1100 Congress Avenue, Capitol Extension, Room E1.028

Austin

Community Justice Assistance Division

AGENDA:

Program Services Committee

I. SAFPF Beds

II. State Jail TC Program

III. CSCD/MHMR/TDCJ MOU Report

Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may 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: Lois A. Warncke, P.O. Box 12427, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 305-9323.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 4:43 p.m.

TRD-9800524


Thursday, January 22, 1998, 2:45 p.m.

1100 Congress Avenue, Capitol Extension, Room E1.028

Austin

Community Justice Assistance Division

AGENDA:

Field Services Committee

I. Gun Standard(s)

II. CSCD/TXDOT MOU

Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may 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: Lois A. Warncke, P.O. Box 12427, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 305-9323.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 4:43 p.m.

TRD-9800525


Thursday, January 22, 1998, 3:30 p.m.

1100 Congress Avenue, Capitol Extension, Room E1.028

Austin

Community Justice Assistance Division

AGENDA:

Legislative Committee

Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may 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: Lois A. Warncke, P.O. Box 12427, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 305-9323.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 4:44 p.m.

TRD-9800526


Friday, January 23, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

1100 Congress Avenue, Capitol Extension, Room E1.028

Austin

Community Justice Assistance Division

AGENDA:

Judicial Advisory Council Meeting

I. Greeting

II. Introduction of Guests/Staff

III. Approval of Minutes

IV. Board Liaison

V. Crime Victims Compensation Fund

VI. State Jail Division

VII. Programs and Services Division

VIII. Felony Cohort

IX. Probation Advisory Committee Report

X. Committee Reports

A. Public Service

B. Program Services

C. Field Services

D. Legislative

XI. Division Director's Update

XII. Council Member Issues

XIII. Next Meeting

XIV. Adjourn.

Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may 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: Lois A. Warncke, P.O. Box 12427, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 305-9323.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 4:47 p.m.

TRD-9800527


Texas Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Friday, January 16, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

Brown Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar, Room 7230

Austin

Board

AGENDA:

The Commission will discuss and possibly take action on the following items: 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 November 21, 1997 Meeting: ACTION: Executive Director's Report; Board for Evaluation of Interpreters Report including Approval of Certification Recertification, Revocation of Interpreters ACTION; Direct Services Report including Hard of Hearing Task Force Membership ACTION. Camp SIGN Update and Discussion and Possible Action on Adoption of 40 TAC §181.28 Camp SIGN ACTION; Specialized Telecommunications Devices Assistance Program Report including Discussion and Possible Action on Basic Devices ACTION, Discussion and Possible Action on Voucher Value for Basic Devices ACTION and Discussion and Possible Action on Adoption of 40 TAC §182.3 Definitions ACTION; Discussion and Possible Action Regarding a Memorandum of Understanding with the Texas Education Agency ACTION; Announcements, and Adjournment.

Contact: Margaret Susman, 4800 North Lamar, #310, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 451-8494.

Filed: January 9, 1998, 8:57 a.m.

TRD-9800316


Texas School for the Deaf

Saturday, January 17, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

601 Airport Boulevard

Austin

Governing Board Budget and Audit Committee

AGENDA:

(a) Consideration of Proposals for Internal Auditing Services

Contact: Twyla Strickland, P.O. Box 3538, Austin, Texas 78764, (512) 462-5303.

Filed: January 9, 1998, 10:29 a.m.

TRD-9800330


Saturday, January 17, 1998, 11:00 a.m.

601 Airport Boulevard

Austin

Governing Board

AGENDA:

1. Call to Order

2. Approval of Minutes from the December 12, 1997 Meeting

3. Audience speakers to Address the Board; Introduction of Visitors

4. Business for Information Purposes

a. Report from Acting Superintendent

5. Board Reports and Action Items

a. Standing Committee Reports

(1) Policy Committee — None

(2) Budget and Audit Committee

(a) Consideration of Proposals for Internal Auditing Services

b. Special Committee Reports— None

c. Consent Agenda*

(1) None

d. Other Action Items

(1) Development of Memorandum of Understanding with the Texas Education Agency

(2) Consideration of Announcement of Retirement of TSD Executive Director, Marvin B. Sallop

(3) Consideration of Superintendent Selection Process

(4) Consideration of Action on Employment Contract- Eric Gustavas

6. Reports or Discussion by Individual Board Members

7. Adjournment

Contact: Twyla Strickland, P.O. Box 3538, Austin, Texas 78764, (512) 462-5303.

Filed: January 9, 1998, 10:30 a.m.

TRD-9800331


Saturday, January 17, 1998, 11:00 a.m.

601 Airport Boulevard

Austin

Governing Board

REVISED AGENDA:

Add the following item:

5.d(5) Consideration of Biennial Operating Plan for 1998-1999.

Contact: Twyla Strickland, P.O. Box 3538, Austin, Texas 78764, (512) 462-5303.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 7:57 a.m.

TRD-9800384


Interagency Council on Early Childhood Intervention

Wednesday, January 21, 1998, 9:30 a.m.

4900 North Lamar Boulevard

Austin

Board

AGENDA:

Public comment. Discussion and approval of minutes from the November 19, 1997 meeting. Discussion and approval of Advisory Committee and Director's Forum reports. Report on the monitoring of Austin-Travis County Mental Health/Mental Retardation. Discussion of contract and program closure of the Early Childhood Intervention Program at the Children's Rehabilitation Center. Discussion and approval of the staff recommendation on submission of a request for emergency funding from the Health and Human Services Commission. Discussion and approval of the draft report prepared for the Senate Finance Committee hearing on February 18, 1998. Report from the Audit Committee. Update on meetings with the Sunset Advisory Commission staff. Update on the appointments of Board members by Governor George W. Bush. Discussion and approval of staff recommendation for the location of the board meeting to be held outside of Austin. Discussion and approval of Fiscal Year 1998 Grant Award Calendar. Milestones update.

Persons with disabilities who plan to attend the meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services are requested to contact Linda Hill at least three days prior to the meeting so that arrangements can be made.

Contact: Linda B. Hill, 4900 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78751, (512) 424-6754/ .

Filed: January 13, 1998, 9:33 a.m.

TRD-9800476


Wednesday, January 21, 1998, 9:30 a.m.

4900 North Lamar Boulevard

Austin

Board

EMERGENCY REVISED AGENDA:

Previously posted as: Discussion and approval of Fiscal Year 1998 Grant Award Calendar.

Revision: Discussion and approval of Fiscal Year 1999 Grant Award Calendar.

REASON FOR EMERGENCY: Necessity for timely Board approval of comprehensive plan.

Persons with disabilities who plan to attend the meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services are requested to contact Linda Hill at least three days prior to the meeting so that arrangements can be made.

Contact: Linda B. Hill, 4900 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78751, (512) 424-6754.

Filed: January 20, 1998, 2:01 p.m.

TRD-9800885


Thursday-Friday, January 22-23, 1998, 9:30 a.m.

4900 North Lamar Boulevard

Austin

Committee

AGENDA:

Public comment. Approval of October 22-23, 1997 Minutes; Chair Report; Program Prospective, Presented by Gloria Frich, Director of the Central Texas Mental Health Mental Retardation Early Childhood Intervenion Program; Milestones Future Discussion; Staff Report; Sub-Committee Meetings; Impact of Welfare Reform on child care presented by Charlotte Brantley, Director, Childcare/Work and Family Clearinghouse, Texas Workforce Commission; EIS Paraprofessional Survey Results; Sub—Committee Reports; Adjourn.

Persons with disabilities who plan to attend the meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services are requested to contact Linda Hill at least three days prior to the meeting so that arrangements can be made.

Contact: Kathy Humphreys, 4900 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78751, (512) 424-6754.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 8:06 a.m.

TRD-9800463


Texas Department of Economic Development

Thursday, January 22, 1998, 11:00 a.m.

Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress, Room 300

Austin

Governing Board

AGENDA:

11:00 a.m. Call to order; Recess into Executive Session pursuant to Government Code, §551.074, to discuss personnel matters, including the hiring of an executive director; 11:30 a.m. Call back to order; Possible action on hiring an executive director; Public Comments; Board Comments; Adjourn.

Contact: Susan Wilson, 1700 North Congress, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 936-0158.

Filed: January 14, 1998, 12:00 p.m.

TRD-9800580


Employees Retirement System of Texas

Wednesday, January 21, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

ERS Auditorium, ERS Building, 18th and Brazos

Austin

ERS Audit Committee

AGENDA:

1. Presentation of Quality Assurance Review Report

2. Adjournment

Contact: William S. Nail, 18th and Brazos, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 867-3336.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 3:05 p.m.

TRD-9800512


Wednesday, January 21, 1998, 9:30 a.m.

ERS Auditorium, ERS Building, 18th and Brazos

Austin

ERS Board of Trustees

AGENDA:

Contact: William S. Nail, 18th and Brazos, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 867-3336.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 3:05 p.m.

TRD-9800513


Fire Fighters' Pension Commission

Friday, January 16, 1998, 8:30 a.m.

Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites, Wichita I Room, 401 Broad Street

Wichita Falls

Administrative Division

AGENDA:

According to the complete agenda, the Board of Trustees will: approve minutes of the December 4 and 5, 1997 Board Meeting; recess to Executive Session; consider action on Executive Session; Elect Officers of the Board; hear reports from the Actuary; discussion and possible action to retain outside Counsel; discussion and possible action to approve the RFP Process for Investment Consultant; discussion and possible action to retain an Actuary on an Interim basis; discussion and possible action on voluntary contributions to the State Pension Review Board; act on committee recommendations; discussion and possible action from staff reports; invitation for public comment; set next meeting date: adjourn.

Contact: Morris E. Sandefer, P.O. Box 12577, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 938-3372.

Filed: January 8, 1998, 2:32 p.m.

TRD-9800300


General Land Office

Tuesday, January 18, 1998, 10:00 a.m.

Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 831

Austin

School Land Board

AGENDA:

Approval of previous board meeting minutes; pooling applications, Giddings (Austin Chalk-3), Field, Robertson Co.; Giddings (Buda) and (Georgetown) Fields, Robertson Co.; Wildcat Field, Duval Co.; Giddings (Austin Chalk-3) and Giddings (Buda) Fields, Milam and Robertson Co.; Red Fish Bay Mustang Island (Common 10), Nueces Co.; consideration of Tracts, terms, conditions and procedures for the April 7, 1998 oil, gas and other minerals lease sale; Coastal Public Lands — commercial lease applications and renewals, Laguna Madre, Cameron Co.; Copano Bay, Aransas Co.; Sabine Pass, Jefferson Co.; easements applications and renewals, San Bernard River, Brazoria Co.; Laguna Madre, Cameron Co.; Carancahua Bay, Jackson Co.; structure (cabin) permit terminations, renewals and requests, Laguna Madre, Kleberg Co.; Espiritu Santo Bay, Calhoun Co.; Laguna Madre, Kleberg Co.; Laguna Madre, Willacy Co.; Laguna Madre, Kleberg Co.; Espiritu Santo Bay, Calhoun Co.; Closed Session and Open Session — consideration of acquisition, lease trade, and/or sale of property located in San Antonio, Bexar Co.; Closed Session and Open Session — discussion of potential acquisition of approximately 51,000 acres located in Val Verde Co.; Closed Session and Open Session — consideration and approval of purchase and sale of 3.89 acre tract of the Leander Rehabilitation Site, Williamson Co.; Closed Session and Open Session- status report and update on acquisition of Lot 18 NCB 179, San Antonio, Bexar County and related development matters; Closed Session and Open Session- status report on Cause 97138744, TransTexas Gas Corp. vs. Texas General Land Office; and counterclaims and third party claims; Closed Session and Open Session — consideration of proposed settlement agreement with certain defendants, Cause 97-12328, State v. Langdon et al; Closed Session — pending or contemplated litigation; or settlement offers.

Contact: Linda K. Fisher, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Room 836, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-5016.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 3:04 p.m.

TRD-9800442


Thursday, January 20, 1998, 3:00 p.m.

Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 831

Austin

Veterans Land Board

AGENDA:

Approval of previous board meeting minutes; consideration of selecting April 28, 1998 for the next forfeited land sale; consideration of ordering for sale the accounts for the April 28, 1998 forfeited land sale; Consideration of final adoption of rules for design-build-operate contracts for State Veterans Homes; staff reports.

Contact: Linda K. Fisher, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Room 836, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-5016.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 3:04 p.m.

TRD-9800443


Office of the Governor

Tuesday, January 20, 1998, 1:00 p.m.

1945 Allen Parkway

Houston

Texas Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities, Task Force on Access to Broadcasting

AGENDA:

1. Introductions

2. History

3. Access to Broadcasting

4. Adjournment

Contact: Pat Pound, 1100 San Jacinto, #142, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-5742,

Filed: January 12, 1998, 3:02 p.m.

TRD-9800436


Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation

Thursday, January 22, 1998, 8:30 a.m.

13809 North Highway 183, Suite 301

Austin

Budget/Finance/Audit Committee

AGENDA:

1. Call to Order

2. Approval of 9/18/97 Minutes

3. Review and Recommendation for Action on Auditor's Report (KPMG Peat Marwick)

4. Recommendation for Action on Budget Amendment Regarding Year 2000, which was discussed at November 1997 Board Meeting

5. Internal Audit Status Report

6. Review and Recommendation for Action on Amended FY 1998 Internal Audit Plan (including Systems Development Internal Audit Plan)

7. Annual Review and Recommendation for Action on TG's Investment Policy

8. Review and Recommendation for Action on TG's Authorized Investment Broker List

9. Adjourn

Contact: Pat Boulton, 13809 North Highway 183, Austin, Texas 78750, (512) 219-4550.

Filed: January 14, 1998, 11:19 a.m.

TRD-9800565


Thursday, January 22, 1998, 10:00 a.m.

13809 North Highway 183, Suite 301

Austin

Personnel Committee

AGENDA:

1. Call to Order

2. Approval of 9/18/97 Minutes

3. Review and Recommendation for Action on Amendment to TG's Incentive Plan

4. Review and Recommendation for Action on amendment to Pension Plan

5. Adjourn

Contact: Pat Boulton, 13809 North Highway 183, Austin, Texas 78750, (512) 219-4550.

Filed: January 14, 1998, 11:19 a.m.

TRD-9800566


Thursday, January 22, 1998, 10:30 a.m.

13809 North Highway 183, Suite 301

Austin

Board of Directors

AGENDA:

1. Call to Order

2. Approval of 11/20/97 and 11/21/97 Minutes

3. Budget/Finance/Audit Committee Report

• Review and Action on Auditor's Report (KPMG Peat Marwick)

•Action on budget Amendment Regarding Year 2000, which was discussed at November 1997 Board Meeting

• Annual Review and Action on TG's Investment Policy

•Review and Action on TG's Authorized Investment Broker List

• Internal Audit Status Report

•Review and Action on Amended FY 1998 Internal Audit Plan (including Systems Development Internal Audit Plan)

4. Personnel Committee Report

•Review and Action on Amendment to TG's Incentive Plan

•Review and Action on Amendment to Pension Plan

5. President's Report

6. Presentation of “Quantitating Study of TGSLC Customers” by Ed Rincon, Rincon and Associates

7. Review and Action on FY 1999-FY 2001 Strategic Planning

8. Review and Action on Replacements for School and Lender Advisory Committee Candidates

9. Adjourn

Contact: Pat Boulton, 13809 North Highway 183, Austin, Texas 78750, (512) 219-4550.

Filed: January 14, 1998, 11:19 a.m.

TRD-9800567


Texas Department of Health

Thursday, January 15, 1998, 11:30 a.m.

Moreton Building, Room M-739, Texas Department of Health, 1100 West 49th Street

Austin

Texas Board of Health Working Luncheon

AGENDA:

The Texas Board of Health will hold a luncheon meeting with the staff of the Texas Department of Health Employee Advisory Council and discuss and possibly act on employee related issues.

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: Kris Lloyd, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 458-7484.

Filed: January 7, 1998, 3:23 p.m.

TRD-9800244


Thursday, January 15, 1998, 1:00 p.m.

Moreton Building, Room M-739, Texas Department of Health, 1100 West 49th Street

Austin

Texas Board of Health Strategic Management Committee

AGENDA:

The committee will discuss and possibly act on: approval of the minutes of the November 20, 1997 meetings; approval of recommendations concerning the 1997 fee review; recent audit activities; Sunset update; Office of Border Health update; report on Rider 167 relating to review of agency rules; Board of Health strategic planning sessions; and monthly report on strategic financial issues.

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: Kris Lloyd, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 458-7484.

Filed: January 7, 1998, 3:23 p.m.

TRD-9800245


Thursday, January 15, 1998, 2:30 p.m.

Moreton Building, Room M-739, Texas Department of Health, 1100 West 49th Street

Austin

Texas Board of Health —Health Financing Committee

AGENDA:

The committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on: approval of the minutes of the November 21, 1997, meeting; recommendations to the State Medicaid Director concerning (proposed rule regarding surety bond requirements; proposed rule regarding competitive procurement of durable medical equipment (DME) and supplies; proposed rule regarding in-home total parenteral hyperalimentation and/or enteral feeding services; proposed rule regarding coordination of Title XIX with Parts A and B of Title XVIII for payment of deductible/coinsurance; final adoption of the rule regarding Medicaid-authorized ambulance services; and final adoption by federal mandate of rules regarding provider participation requirements for home health services); Managed Care update; and Kidney Health Care budget update.

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: Kris Lloyd, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 458-7484.

Filed: January 7, 1998, 3:23 p.m.

TRD-9800246


Thursday, January 15, 1998, 4:00 p.m.

Moreton Building, Room M-739, Texas Department of Health, 1100 West 49th Street

Austin

Texas Board of Health Regulatory Committee

AGENDA:

The committee will discuss and possibly act on: approval of the minutes of the November 20, 1997, meeting; proposed rules concerning (Hospital data, charity care, and community benefits reporting; and repeal of existing and new rules for Texas mulluscan shellfish); discussion of rules (abortion facility licensing and reporting requirements; minimum standards for licensing of tattoo studios; regulation of food, drug, device, and cosmetic salvage establishments and brokers; repeal of the Texas rules on food service sanitation and retain food store sanitation, and new rules concerning food establishments; and rules on fees for certificates of registration, radioactive material(s) licenses, emergency planning and implementation, and other regulatory services; and radiation rules concerning notices, instruction, reports to workers, and inspection protocol); and final adoption of rules concerning (general provisions, standards for protection against radiation, licensing of radioactive material, and licensing of radioactive waste processing and storage facilities; packaging and transportation of radioactive material; fees for certificates of registration, radioactive materials(s) licenses, emergency planning and implementation, and other regulatory services; licensing of uranium recovery and by-product material disposal facilities; licensing and regulation of birthing center; and establishing a contact lens dispensing permit program).

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: Kris Lloyd, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 458-7484.

Filed: January 7, 1998, 3:23 p.m.

TRD-9800247


Friday, January 16, 1998, 8:30 a.m.

Moreton Building, Room M-739, Texas Department of Health, 1100 West 49th Street

Austin

Texas Board of Health Board Briefing Meeting

AGENDA:

The board will receive a briefing by the Commissioner on current activities of the Texas Department of Health; and hold a discussion concerning procedural and/or administrative issues of the Board of Health.

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: Kris Lloyd, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 458-7484.

Filed: January 7, 1998, 3:23 p.m.

TRD-9800248


Friday, January 16, 1998, 9:30 a.m.

Moreton Building, Room M-739, Texas Department of Health, 1100 West 49th Street

Austin

Texas Board of Health Human Resources Committee

AGENDA:

The committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on: approval of the minutes of the November 20, 1997, meeting; semi-annual Texas Department of Health (TDH) Hospital Oversight Committee report; program and budget briefing on Medicaid; and a progress report on the TDH Hospital Study.

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: Kris Lloyd, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 458-7484.

Filed: January 7, 1998, 3:23 p.m.

TRD-9800249


Friday, January 16, 1998, 10:30 a.m.

Moreton Building, Room M-739, Texas Department of Health, 1100 West 49th Street

Austin

Texas Board of Health —Health and Clinical Services Committee

AGENDA:

The committee will discuss and possibly act on: approval of the minutes of the November 21, 1997 meeting; report and recommendations of the Task Force on School Health Services; proposed rules concerning (abolition of the medically underserved community-state matching incentive program; and rabies control and eradication); final adoption of rules concerning (provision of anti-rabies biologicals; HIV H.O.P.E. (Human Immunodeficiency Virus Health Options to Promote Employment) project; immunization requirements in Texas elementary and secondary schools and institutions of higher education; and laboratory fees, sale of laboratory services, and laboratory certification); and the Women, Infants, and Children ( WIC) electronic benefits transfer and health passport.

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: Kris Lloyd, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 458-7484.

Filed: January 7, 1998, 3:23 p.m.

TRD-9800250


Friday, January 16, 1998, 1:00 p.m.

Moreton Building, Room M-739, Texas Department of Health, 1100 West 49th Street

Austin

Texas Board of Health

AGENDA:

The board will discuss and possibly act on: approval of the minutes of the November 21, 1997 meeting; commissioner's report; annual report from the Emergency Health Care Advisory Committee; Strategic Management Committee report (approval of recommendations concerning the 1997 fee review); Health Financing Committee report (recommendations to the State Medicaid Director concerning proposed rules regarding surety bond requirements; competitive procurement of durable medical equipment (DME) and supplies; in-home total parenteral hyperalimentation and/or enteral feeding services; and coordination of Title XIX with Parts A and B of Title XVIII for payment of deductible/coinsurance; and recommendation to the State Medicaid Director concerning final adoption of rules regarding Medicaid-authorized ambulance services; and final adoption by federal mandate of rules regarding provider participation requirements for home health services); Health and Clinical Services Committee report (report and recommendations of the Task Force on School Health Services; proposed rules concerning (abolition of the medically underserved community-state matching incentive program; and rabies control and eradication); final adoption of rules concerning (provision of anti-rabies biologicals; HIV H.O.P.E. (Human Immunodeficiency Virus Health Options to Promote Employment) project; immunization requirements in Texas elementary and secondary schools and institutions of higher education; and laboratory fees, sale of laboratory services, and laboratory certification)); Human Resources Committee report; Regulatory Committee report (proposed rules concerning (hospital data, charity care, and community benefits reporting; and repeal and new rules concerning Texas mulluscan shellfish); and final adoption of rules concerning general provisions, standards for protection against radiation, licensing of radioactive material, and licensing of radioactive waste processing and storage facilities; packaging and transportation of radioactive material; fees for certificates of registration, radioactive material(s) licenses, emergency planning and implementation, and other regulatory services; licensing of uranium recovery and by-product material disposal facilities; licensing and regulation of birthing center; and establishing a contact lens dispensing permit program)); public comments; announcements and comments; and the February 1998 meeting date for the board. The board will then meet in executive session to approve personnel appointments (associate commissioner for operations; associate commissioner for environmental and consumer health; associate commissioner for human resources and support; and regional director for Public Health Region II.

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: Kris Lloyd, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 458-7484.

Filed: January 7, 1998, 3:23 p.m.

TRD-9800251


Tuesday, January 20, 1998, 9:30 a.m.

Moreton Building, Room M-652, Texas Department of Health, 1100 West 49th Street

Austin

Midwifery Board; Education/Documentation Rules Committee

AGENDA:

The committee will discuss and possibly act on: education rules (25 TAC, Chapter 37) review draft of proposed rules; make corrections/changes to the draft; recommendation for forwarding education rules to Midwifery Board or continue with editing of rules); and documentation rules (25 TAC, Chapter 37) (review draft of proposed rules; make corrections/changes to the draft; recommendation for forwarding documentation rules to Midwifery Board or continue with editing of rules).

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: Kris Lloyd, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 458-7484.

Filed: January 8, 1998, 1:04 p.m.

TRD-9800292


Tuesday, January 20, 1998, 9:30 a.m.

Moreton Building, Room T-607, Texas Department of Health, 1100 West 49th Street

Austin

Drug Use Review Board

AGENDA:

The board will discuss and possibly act on: approval of the minutes of the October 14, 1997 meeting; Dallas asthma consortium patient management project; revised drug criteria; intervention response letters regarding (antispsychotics; non-sedating antihistamines; and Buspar); project to selectively reject claims due to drug use review (DUR); on-line prospective DUR reports; selection of targeted drugs for next profiles; and the scheduling of the next meeting date for the board.

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: Curtis Burch, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 219-5001, extension 238.

Filed: January 8, 1998, 1:04 p.m.

TRD-9800293


Tuesday, January 20, 1998, 12:00 Noon

Chronic Dialysis Conference Room, Fifth Floor, Parkland Memorial Hospital, 5171 Harry Hines Boulevard

Dallas

End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Facility Task Force Operations Subcommittee

AGENDA:

The subcommittee will introduce members and guests and discuss and possibly act on: review of current rules (25 Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 117) and standards related to (operations regarding the standardization of training for mechanical techs; water and reuse; technician prohibited acts; and pharmacy); setting of the date for the next subcommittee meeting; and public comment (may be limited to three minutes per comment).

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: S. Mark Jeffers, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 834-6646.

Filed: January 9, 1998, 9:25 a.m.

TRD-9800319


Saturday, January 24, 1998, 11:00 a.m.

Tower Building, Room T-607, Texas Department of Health, 1100 West 49th Street

Austin

Midwifery Board, Grievance Rules Committee

AGENDA:

The committee will discuss and possibly act on: review of writing assignments (peer review; process for filing an official complaint; hearing procedures for informal hearings; recommendations/sanctions for informal hearings; complaints classification; and defining procedures for getting complaints to the midwifery board and other entities); determination if writing assignments should continue or new assignments made; setting of the next meeting date and time for the committee; and an evaluation of this meeting.

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: January 8, 1998, 1:04 p.m.

TRD-9800291


Texas Health Care Information Council

Tuesday, January 20, 1998, 1:30 p.m.

Moreton Building, Ro om 721, 1100 West 49th Street

Austin

Health Information Systems Technical Advisory Committee

AGENDA:

The Texas Health Care Information Council's Health Information Systems Technical Advisory Committee will convene in open session via teleconference, deliberate, and possibly take formal action on the following items; approval of minutes of December 10, 1997 meeting; discussion and recommendations concerning ad hoc consumer education meeting held on December 11, 1997; update on responses to Request for Offers for data warehouse vendor; discussion and recommendation of edits and edit process per 25 TAC §§1301.11-1301.19; discussion and recommendation of additional data elements that might require amendments to 25 TAC §§1301.11-1301.19; and setting of future meeting dates.

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: Jim Loyd, 4900 North Lamar Boulevard, Room 3407, Austin, Texas 78751, (512) 424-6492, fax: (512) 424-6491.

Filed: January 8, 1998, 9:06 a.m.

TRD-9800268


Texas Statewide Health Coordinating Council

Friday, January 16, 1998, 10:30 a.m.

Brown-Heatly Building, Room 1530, 4900 North Lamar Boulevard

Austin

Nominating Committee

AGENDA:

The council's Nominating Committee will discuss and possibly act on: selection of a committee chair; review of the potential candidates for office (first vice-chair; second vice-chair; and secretary); and select a slate of officers.

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: Dennis Finuf, 1100 West 49th Street, Texas 78756, (512) 458-7261.

Filed: January 8, 1998, 12:54 p.m.

TRD-9800287


Tuesday, January 20, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

Moreton Building, Room M-739, Texas Department of Health, 1100 West 49th Street

Austin

AGENDA:

The council will discuss and possibly act on: approval of the minutes of the December 10, 1997 meeting; report of the Bylaws Committee (proposed amendments to rules (25 Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 571) concerning health planning and resource development; report of the Nominating Committee (election of officers); establishing a vision for the Statewide Health Coordinating Council (SHC); staff presentations (the planning process; health workforce projections and the Health Professions Resource Center); presentation by the State Health Workforce Planning and Policy Texas Higher Education Coordination Board; staff reports and review of issues from the December 10, 1997 meeting; prioritizing issues and outlining the six-year plan; staff update; and setting of the next meeting date for the council.

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: Rick Danko, 1100 West 49th Street, Texas 78756, (512) 458-7261.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 4:20 p.m.

TRD-9800458


Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

Wednesday, January 21, 1998, 4:00 p.m.

Chevy Chase Office Complex, Building 1, Room 1.102, 7700 Chevy Chase Drive

Austin

Universities Committee

AGENDA:

Discussion on a study of the feasibility of providing additional higher education services in southern Dallas County.

Contact: Don W. Brown, P.O. Box 12788, Capitol Station, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 483-6101.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 8:35 a.m.

TRD-9800466


Texas HMO Solvency Surveillance Committee

Friday, January 23, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

333 Guadalupe Street, Room 1264, Tower I

Austin

AGENDA:

1. Call to Order

2. Approval of October 17, 1997 Minutes

3. Staff Report

4. Review of Overall HMO Industry

5. Executive Session Consultation with Attorney Regarding Contemplated Litigation, Texas Government Code, §551.071.

6. Reconvene in Open Session (To Discuss any Further Business)

7. Adjourn

Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 10:21 a.m.

TRD-98000393


Texas House of Representatives

Thursday, January 15, 1998, 10:00 a.m.

Houston City Council Chamber, 901 Bagby

Houston

Interim Committee on Water Resources Development and Management

AGENDA:

I. Call to Order

II. Adoption of Minutes

III. State Agency Personnel Testimony on the Implementation of Senate Bill One

IV. Invited Testimony

V. Public Testimony

VI. Discussion of Future Meetings

VII. Recess

Contact: Jennifer Modgling, P.O. Box 2910, Austin, Texas 78703, (512) 463-0766.

Filed: January 7, 1998, 2:34 p.m.

TRD-9800238


Tuesday, January 27, 1998, 10:30 a.m.

Capitol Extension, Room E2.010, Texas State Capitol Complex

Austin

Interim Committee on Business and Industry Subcommittee: Subcommittee; Worker's Compensation Insurance Carrier Practices

AGENDA:

I. Call to Order

II. Invited Testimony

III. Discussion of Future Meetings

IV. Recess

Contact: Mance Bowden, P.O. Box 2910, Austin, Texas 78703, (512) 463-0766.

Filed: January 9, 1998, 3:47 p.m.

TRD-9800368


Texas Commission on Human Rights

Wednesday, Thursday, January 21-22, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

6330 Highway 290 East, Third Floor Conference Room, Texas Commission on Human Rights' Offices

Austin

AGENDA:

Executive Session/Commissioner Panels Pursuant Texas Government Code §551.071; Item(s) Covered in Executive Session; Welcoming of Guests; Minutes; Administrative Reports; Senate Oversight Committee during Interim Period between Legislative Session; Meeting and Conference with HUD Officials related to the Commission Contract and Enforcement; HUD NOVA concerning Fair Housing Service Center for East Texas; Alternative Sponsorship of IAOHRA Conference for 1998; Policy on Use of Commission Documents; Policy on Use of Commission State Issued Credit Cards; Scheduling and Location of TCHR's EEO Conference; Commissioner Ethics training; Implementation of EEO Riders in the 1998 1999 Appropriations Act; EEO Compliance Training; EEO Training for New State Employees Orientation Pursuant to Article IX, §123.5 of the General Appropriations Act; Commissioner Correspondence; Commissioner Issues; Unfinished Business. All Items on the Agenda May Be Subject to a Vote, if Appropriate.

Contact: William M. Hale, P.O. Box 13494, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 437-3450.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 9:37 a.m.

TRD-9800390


State Independent Living Council

Tuesday, January 20, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

Texas Commission for the Blind, 4800 North Lamar

Austin

Evaluation Committee

AGENDA:

9:00 Call to Order

9:05 Public Comment

9:30 Briefing on Purchasing guidelines and Proposal Review Process

A. ARCIL

B. Texas Rehabilitation Commission

10:00 Discussion and Action on Statewide Assessment of Independent Living

A. Discussion of information collection methods

1. Role of Independent Living Centers

2. Participation of other organizations and agencies

12:00 Lunch

1:00 Discussion (continued)

B. Selection of public forum sites

C. Discussion and approval of RFP for consultant services

D. Discussion and approval of proposed project budget

4:00 Adjourn.

Contact: John Meinkowsky, 5555 North Lamar Boulevard, Suite J-125, Austin, Texas 78751, (512) 467-0744.

Filed: January 9, 1998, 2:20 p.m.

TRD-9800351


Texas Department of Information Resources

Thursday, January 22, 1998, 9:30 a.m.

300 West 15th Street, Fifth Floor, Committee Room Two

Austin

Board

AGENDA:

Call to Order, Roll Call and Witness Registration

1. Adopt October 16, 1997, Meeting Minutes

2. Approve rules to publish for public comment regarding dates for:

A. publication of instrutions for preparation of information resourdce strategic plan;

B. agency submittal of the Information Resources Strategic Plan; and

C. agency submittal of Biennial Operating Plan amendment to reflect the agency's legislative appropriation request.

3. Approve final adoption of rule regarding digital signatures

4. Approve final adoption of rule regarding utilizing videoconferencing for agencies board meetings

5. Approve final adoption of rule regarding complaint process method

6. Approve final adotpin of rule regarding cabling standards

7. Review financial information

A. Overview of 1997 Annual Financial Report

B. FY 1998 First Quarter Financial Report

8. Review staff recruitment and retention issues

9. Review QAT report

10. Review Cooperative Contracts' custmoer survey results

11. Executive Director's Report

12. Public testimony

Adjournment

Contact: Martha Zottarelli, 300 West 15th Street, Suite 1300, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 475-2153.

Filed: January 9, 1998, 2:43 p.m.

TRD-9800352


Texas Department of Insurance

Thursday, January 15, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

William P. Hobby, Jr. State Office Building, 333 Guadalupe, Tower 1, Room 102

Austin

AGENDA:

The Commissioner of Insurance will hold public hearing to announce his decision on Docket 2309 concerning a petition by the staff of the Texas Department of Insurance proposing adoption of new rules in the Homeowners and Dwelling Sections of the Texas Personal Lines Manual, for the following purposes: to establish mandatory premium credits for residential property insurance policies for the installation of an impact resistant residential roof; and to adopt a form entitled “Impact Resistant Roofing Installation Information and Certification for Reduction in Residential Insurance Premiums” (Certificate of Installation).

This hearing is held only for the purpose of making a decision on the proposed new sections since the comment period has already expired. Further comments will not be received.

Notice of the proposed new rules and the statutory authority for the proposed sections, were published in the October 10, 1997 issue of the Texas Register (22 TexReg 10159). A hearing was held on December 3, 1997.

Contact: Sylvia Gutierrez, 333 Guadalupe Street, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6327.

Filed: January 8, 1998, 3:24 p.m.

TRD-9800303


Tuesday, January 20, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 1100

Austin

AGENDA:

Docket # 454-97-1926.C To consider the application of RAYMOND J. VALE, San Antonio, Texas, for a Local Recording Agent's 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: January 12, 1998, 10:21 a.m.

TRD-9800392


Thursday, January 22, 1998, 1:00 p.m.

State Office of Administration Hearings, 1225 Agnes Street, Suite 102

Corpus Christi

AGENDA:

Docket # 454-97-2293.E In the mater of the Appeal by KEN HULSEY from a decision of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA).

Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 3:44 p.m.

TRD-9800455


Friday, January 23, 1998, 1:00 p.m.

State Office of Administration Hearings, 1225 Agnes Street, Suite 102

Corpus Christi

Austin

AGENDA:

Docket # 454-97-2294.E. In the matter of the Appeal of RUBEN GUERRERO from a decision of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA).

Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 3:43 p.m.

TRD-9800454


Tuesday, February 3, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 1100

Austin

AGENDA:

Docket # 454-97-1927.C To consider whether disciplinary action should be taken against HENRY L. SIMPSON, Houston, Texas, who holds a Local Recording Agent's License and a Solicitor'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: January 12, 1998, 10:21 a.m.

TRD-9800394


Tuesday, February 3, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 1100

Austin

AGENDA:

Docket # 454-97-2253.C To consider the application of TONJA L. PARKER, Houston, Texas, for a prepaid legal services agent's 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: January 12, 1998, 10:22 a.m.

TRD-9800395


Wednesday, February 4, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 1100

Austin

AGENDA:

Docket # 454-97-1822.C To consider whether disciplinary action should be taken against CHARLOTTE TOOLE WALKER, Cypress, Texas, who holds an Insurance adjuster's License issued by the Texas Department of Insurance (reset from January 7, 1998).

Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 10:22 a.m.

TRD-9800396


Friday, February 6, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 1100

Austin

AGENDA:

Docket # 454-97-1715.C In the matter of SUMMIT FINANCIAL GROUP.

Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 10:22 a.m.

TRD-9800397


Friday, February 6, 1998, 1:00 p.m.

Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 1100

Austin

AGENDA:

Docket # 454-97-2282.C To consider whether disciplinary action should be taken against HAROLD GRADY PRUETT, Bedford, Texas, who holds a Group I Legal Reserve Life Insurance Agent's License issued by the Texas Department of Insurance.

Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 10:22 a.m.

TRD-9800398


Texas Juvenile Probation Commission

Friday, January 16, 1998, 10:00 a.m.

Brown-Heatly Building, Room 1430, 4900 North Lamar Boulevard

Austin

Executive Director's Evaluation Committee

AGENDA:

None.

Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, large print or braille, are requested ton contact Glenn Neal at (512) 424-6682 two days prior to the meeting so that the appropriate arrangements can be made.

Contact: Glenn Neal, TJPC, P.O. Box 13547, Austin, Texas 78711-3547, (512) 424-6681.

Filed: January 8, 1998, 4:31 p.m.

TRD-9800313


Friday, January 16, 1998, 10:45 a.m.

Brown-Heatly Building, Room 1430, 4900 North Lamar Boulevard

Austin

Board Meeting

AGENDA:

Call to Order; Excuse Absences; Approval of Minutes

Discussion and possible action regarding the no-loss provision on future allocations of state aid and Community Corrections;

Discussion and possible action regarding the placing of additional FY 1997 turn back funds in the Diversionary Placement Fund for counties having a juvenile age population of less than 3,000;

Discussion of overcrowding waiver request from Harris County; Discussion and possible action on Family Preservation Grant awards;

Executive Director's Evaluation Committee Report;

TJPC Standards update;

Legal/Legislative Update;

Director's Report;

Schedule Next Meeting

Public Comments;

Adjourn.

Contact: Glenn Neal, TJPC, P.O. Box 13547, Austin, Texas 78711-3547, (512) 424-6681.

Filed: January 7, 1998, 3:22 p.m.

TRD-9800243


Board of Law Examiners

Thursday, January 15, 1998

State Bar of Texas, 1414 Colorado, Room 208

Austin

Panel Hearings

REVISED AGENDA:

The hearings panel will hold public hearings and conduct deliberations, on the character and fitness of the following applicants, declarants and/or probationary licensees: Lisa Denise Michaud (character and fitness deliberations may be conducted in executive session, pursuant to §82.003(a), Texas Government Code.

Contact: Rachael Martin, P.O. Box 13486, Austin, Texas 78711-3486, (512) 463-1621.

Filed: January 14, 1998, 12:00 p.m.

TRD-9800578


Legislative Budget Board

Wednesday, February 4, 1998, 9:30 a.m.

Capitol Extension, E1.036, Senate Finance Committee Room

Austin

Round Table Discussion on Interim School Finance and Policy Studies

AGENDA:

I. Introduction of Project Staff

II. Presentation of Project Proposal

III. Discussion of Project Proposal

IV. Public Testimony

Contact: Alex Porter, John H. Reagan Building, Suite 502, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 424-6750.

Filed: January 14, 1998, 10:35 a.m.

TRD-9800884


Texas State Library and Archives Commission

Monday, January 26, 1997, 11:30 a.m.

Room 314, Lorenzo de Zavala State Archives and Library Building, 1201 Brazos Street

Austin

REVISED AGENDA:

1. Lunch — Commission Members 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.- Break 12:45 p.m. — 1:00 p.m.

Commission Meeting resumes at 1:00 p.m.

2. Approve Minutes of the November 3, 1997 Commission meeting.

3. Approve contracts greater then $100,000.

4. Approve acceptance of gifts greater than $500.

5. Report of the Director and Librarian.

6. Proposed plan for review of agency rules mandated by House Bill One.

7. Adopt proposed new rules on the Friends of Libraries and Archives of Texas, 13 TAC §2.11, §§2.60-2.64

8. Approve publication of proposed new rules on a uniform complaint procedure, 13 TAC §2.53-55.

9. Approve publication of proposed rules on the TexShare program, 13 TAC §4.1-4.6.

10. Public comment.

Contact: Michele Lamb, P.O. Box 12927, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463-5460.

Filed: January 7, 1998, 4:07 p.m.

TRD-9800259


Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board

Wednesday, January 21, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

Executive Conference Room 235A, 1101 Camino La Costa

Austin

Enforcement Committee

AGENDA:

Discussion and review, with possible recommendations to the Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification board, concerning policies, procedures, guidelines, processes and rules relating to enforcement, complaint resolution, investigations, peer review, unlicensed activity, jurisdiction, penalties and sanctions, enforcement/investigator position and other enforcement related issues, including 22 TAC §151, Rules Relating to Practice and Procedure, §153, Rules relating to Provisions of the Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Act, §155, Rules Relating to Standards of Practice, and the Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Act (Article 6573a.2, Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes).

Contact: Renil C. Liner, P.O. Box 12188, Austin, Texas 78711-2188, (512) 465-3950.

Filed: January 8, 1998, 12:55 p.m.

TRD-9800290


Thursday, January 22, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

Executive Conference Room 235A, 1101 Camino La Costa

Austin

Enforcement Committee

AGENDA:

Possible continuation of the January 21, 1998, Enforcement Committee workshop; Discussion and review with possible recommendations to the Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board, concerning policies, procedures, guidelines, processes and rules relating to enforcement, complaint resolution, investigations, peer review, unlicensed activity, jurisdiction, penalties and sanctions, enforcement/investigator position and other enforcement related issues, including 22 TAC §151, Rules Relating to Practice and Procedure, §153, Rules relating to Provisions of the Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Act, §155, Rules Relating to Standards of Practice, and the Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Act (Article 6573a.2, Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes).

Contact: Renil C. Liner, P.O. Box 12188, Austin, Texas 78711-2188, (512) 465-3950.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 11:04 a.m.

TRD-9800490


Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation

Wednesday, January 21, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

920 Colorado, E.O. Thompson Building, Fourth Floor Conference Room 420

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: Shiloh Inst. Church of God in Christ for failing to pay inspection/certification fees to obtain a certificate of operation for the Respondent's boiler, a violation of Texas Health and Safety Code Annotated (the Code), Chapter 755 and 16 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 65, pursuant to the Code and Texas Revised Civil Statutes Annotated Article 9100; Texas Government Code Chapter 2001 (APA); and 16 TAC Chapter 65.

Contact: Allyson Lednicky, 920 Colorado, Austin, Texas 78701-2188, (512) 463-3192.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 3:17 p.m.

TRD-9800451


Wednesday, January 21, 1998, 1:00 p.m.

920 Colorado, E.O. Thompson Building, Fourth Floor Conference Room 420

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: Chateaux Dijon Apartments and Days Inn (Arlington) for failing to pay inspection/certification fees to obtain certificates of operation for the Respondents' boilers, a violation of Texas Health and Safety Code Annotated (the Code), Chapter 755 and 16 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 65, pursuant to the Code and Texas Revised Civil Statutes Annotated Article 9100; Texas Government Code Chapter 2001 (APA); and 16 TAC Chapter

Contact: Allyson Lednicky, 920 Colorado, Austin, Texas 78701-2188, (512) 463-3192.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 3:24 p.m.

TRD-9800452


Thursday, January 29, 1998, 1:00 p.m.

Hotel Galvez, 2024 Seawall Boulevard

Galveston

Water Well Drillers Advisory Council

AGENDA:

A. Call to Order

B. Roll Call and Certification of Quorum- Approval of Minutes of November 13, 1997

C. Report on Investigations and Complaints

D. Discussion of qualifications and recommendations on applicants for certification.

E. Discussion and recommendations on applications for driller-trainee registration.

F. Discussion of Water Well/Pump Installer Rule Changes

G. Discussion of reporting/changing Well Logs, Plugging Reports, Submission Log and Undesirable Water and Constituents Report

H. Discussion of Continuing Education for Drillers and Pump Installers.

I. Staff Reports

J. Open Session/Public Comment

K. Discussion of date, time and location of next Council meeting

L. Adjournment

Persons who plan to attend this meeting and require ADA assistance are requested to contact Lyn Cox at (512) 463-7880 two working days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Contact: Steve Wiley, 920 Colorado, Austin, Texas 78711-2188, (512) 463-8876.

Filed: January 14, 1998, 9:34 a.m.

TRD-9800547


Texas Mental Health and Mental Retardation Board

Tuesday, January 20, 1998, 9:30 a.m.

909 West 45th Street (Auditorium)

Austin

Audit and Financial Oversight Committee

AGENDA:

1. Citizens Comments

2. Audit Activity Update

3. Report on the Investment Process for Client Trust Funds

4. Financial Status Report

5. Support Services Assessment of Purchasing Audit Status

6. Update on Community Center Performance

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: January 12, 1998, 3:15 p.m.

TRD-9800446


Tuesday, January 20, 1998, 10:30 a.m.

909 West 45th Street (Auditorium)

Austin

Business and Asset Management Committee

AGENDA:

1. Citizens Comments

2. Update on Real Property Transactions Previously Approved by the Board: Lease of Bond-funded Community Facilities; Sale of Real Property at the Big Spring State Hospital for the Purpose of Constructing a Veterans' Home; Implementation of the Asset Management Policy

3. Update on the Lease to the City of Abilene Special Populations Program

4. Consideration of Approval of a Capital Improvement Project to Construct an Open-air, Covered Recreation/Socialization Area on the Campus of the Corpus Christi State School

5. Consideration of Approval of FY 1998 Operating Budget Adjustments

6. Consideration of Acceptance of Donations in Excess of $500 from: Volunteer Services Council for Lubbock State School — Landscaping Material ($28,996.60); Lubbock State School Volunteer Services Council — Trees ($517.50); Terrell State Hospital Volunteer Services Council ($711.57); El Paso State Center Volunteer Services Council — Two Wheelchairs ($1740); Nannie Hogan Boyd Trust ($200,000); Report on Holiday Donations

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: January 12, 1998, 3:15 p.m.

TRD-9800447


Tuesday, January 20, 1998, 11:30 a.m.

909 West 45th Street (Auditorium)

Austin

Medicaid Committee

AGENDA:

1. Citizens Comments

2. Update on the Implementation of the New Rate Setting Methodology

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: January 12, 1998, 3:15 p.m.

TRD-9800448


Tuesday, January 20, 1998, 1:15 p.m.

909 West 45th Street (Auditorium)

Austin

Planning and Policy Development Committee

AGENDA:

1. Citizens Comments

2. Legislative Update

3. Update on the FY 1998 Operating Plan

4. Update on the Activities of the House Bill 1734 Committee

5. The Future of Case Management: Briefing on the Proposed Changes to the Current System

6. Consideration of Approval of Adoption of New Chapter 415, Subchapter C, Governing Use and Maintenance of TDHMHR Drug Formulary

7. Consideration of Approval of Adoption of Amendments and New Section of Chapter 405, Subchapter E Concerning Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)

8. Consideration of Approval of the Designation of Single Portal Authority to the Center for Health Care Services.

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: January 12, 1998, 3:15 p.m.

TRD-9800449


Tuesday, January 20, 1998, 2:45 p.m.

909 West 45th Street (Auditorium)

Austin

Facilities Governance Committee

AGENDA:

1. Citizens Comments

2. Update on the Mental Retardation Facilities Governing Body Activities

3. Update on the Mental Health Facilities Governing Body Activities

If ADA assistance or deaf interpreters are required, notify TXHMHMR, (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: January 12, 1998, 3:16 p.m.

TRD-9800450


Wednesday, January 21, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

909 West 45th Street (Auditorium)

Austin

Board

AGENDA:

I. Call to order; roll call; II. Citizens Comments; III. Approval of the minutes of the November 21, 1997 and December 18, 1997 meetings

IV. Issues to be considered

1. Chairman's Report

2. Commissioner's Report: Report from Tarrant County MHMR Center; Medical Director's Report

3-8. Consideration of approval of: a Capital Improvement Project to Construct an Open-air, Covered Recreation/Socialization Area on the Campus of the Corpus Christi State School; FY 1998 Operating Budget Adjustments; Acceptance of Donations in Excess of $500 from: Volunteer Services Council for Lubbock State School — Landscaping Material ($28,996.60); Lubbock State School Volunteer Services Council — Trees ($517.50); Terrell State Hospital Volunteer Services Council ($711.57); El Paso State Center Volunteer Services Council — Two Wheelchairs ($1740); Nannie Hogan Boyd Trust ($200,000); Report on Holiday Donations; Approval of Adoption of Amendments and New Section of Chapter 405, Subchapter E Concerning Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT); Designation of Single Portal Authority to the Center for Health Care Services.

9. Executive Session under Texas Government Code, §551.071 to Discuss Potential and Pending Litigation

Contact: Ellen Hurst, P.O. Box 12668, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 206-4506.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 3:15 p.m.

TRD-9800445


Midwestern State University

Monday, January 12, 1998, 2:00 p.m.

3410 Taft Boulevard, Hardin Board Room

Wichita Falls

Board of Regents

AGENDA:

The Board will consider the possible sale of property owned by the university off Southwest Parkway. Discussion will be held in Executive Session as allowed by the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.072.

Contact: Deborah L. Barrow, 3410 Taft Boulevard, Wichita Falls, Texas 76308, (940) 397-4212.

Filed: January 8, 1998, 1:56 p.m.

TRD-9800296


Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission

Wednesday, January 21, 1998, 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 attached agenda: District Matters; Municipal Solid Waste Enforcement Agreed Order; Municipal Waste Discharge Enforcement Agreed Orders; Public Water Supply Enforcement Agreed Orders; Public Water Supply Enforcement Default Orders; Petroleum Storage Tank Default Orders; Petroleum Storage Tank Agreed Orders; Air Enforcement Agreed Orders; Industrial Waste Discharge Enforcement Agreed Order; On-Site Sewage Installers Agreed Order; Edwards Aquifer Agreed Order; Agricultural Agreed Enforcement Order; Industrial Hazardous Waste Enforcement Agreed Order; Superfund; Multi-Media Agreed Order; 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 8:34 until 9:25). The Commission will consider the following matter in its 1:00 p.m. agenda: Administrative Law Judge's Proposal for Decision; Motion for Reconsideration. (Registration for the 1:00 p.m. Agenda Starts at 12:30 p.m.).

Contact: Doug Kitts, 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, (512) 239-3317.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 1:50 p.m.

TRD-9800432


Thursday, January 22, 1998, 3:30 p.m.

Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi, Natural Resources Center, Conference Room 1003, 6300 Ocean Drive

Corpus Christi

AGENDA:

I. Call to Order/Introduction/Minutes

II. Program Update

III. Introduction of New STAC Members

IV. Characterization Report Approval Process Update

V. Additional Items/Adjourn

Contact: Richard Volk, TAMU-CC, Natural Resources Center, 6300 Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi, Texas 78412, (512) 980-3420.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 10:27 a.m.

TRD-9800399


Wednesday, March 4, 1998, 9:30 a.m.

TNRCC Park 35 Office Complex, Room 201S, Building E, 12118 North IH35

Austin

AGENDA:

Docket Number 97-113-DIS; Notice of Hearing on a request pursuant to Texas Water Code §§65.014 and 65.021, and 30 TAC, §293.11, for: 1) authorization for conversion of Wellborn Water Supply Corporation to WELLBORN SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT of Brazos County, 2) transfer of Certificate of Convenience and Necessity Number 11340 from Wellborn Water Supply Corporation to Wellborn Special Utility District, and 3) approval of an impact fee of $950 for each new equivalent single family connection, to be used for system improvements. Wellborn Water Supply Corporation provides water service to approximately 2,059 current customers. The proposed District's boundaries will be reflective of the boundaries of the Certificate of Convenience and Necessity (CCN) #11340. The proposed District is bounded on the west by the Brazos River, north by the City of College Station, east by areas along Carters Creek and Lick Creek, and sough by FM 2154 and State Highway 6, and will include approximately 3,852 acres located in mid-to-south Brazos County, primarily in the general areas of the community of Wellborn and the City of College Station, Texas. Information provided indicates that the proposed District is within the extra-territorial jurisdiction of the cities of College Station and Navasota, Texas. If approved, and upon a successful confirmation election, the assets and debts of Wellborn Water Supply Corporation and the CCN #11340 will be transferred to Wellborn Special Utility District, and the water supply corporation will be dissolved immediately upon said transfers.

Contact: Michael Fisher, Code 152, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-6161.

Filed: January 9, 1998, 11:50 a.m.

TRD-9800343


Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners

Monday, January 26, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

Harris County Department of Education, 6300 Irvington Boulevard

Houston

Investigation Committee

AGENDA:

I. Call to Order

II. Review and possible action on cases: 97-13; 97-15; 97-16; 97-19; 97-24; 97-25; 97-26; 98-01; 98-02; 98-03; 98-04; 98-05; 98-06; 98-07; 98-08; 98-09; 98-10; 98-11; 98-12; 98-13; 98-14; 98-15; 98-16; and 98-22;

Review of Miscellaneous correspondence

Adjournment.

Contact: Alicia Dimmick Essary, 333 Guadalupe, Suite 2-510, Austin, Texas 78701-3942, (512) 305-6900.

Filed: January 14, 1998, 12:00 p.m.

TRD-9800577


Texas Board of Orthotics and Prosthetics

Wednesday, January 21, 1998, 10:00 a.m.

Exchange Building, Room S-402, Texas Department of Health, 8407 Wall Street

Austin

Rules Workshop

AGENDA:

The board will introduce members, guests, and staff and will discuss and possibly act on: drafting of proposed rules relating to the regulation of orthotics and prosthetics to implement Senate Bill 291, 75th Texas Legislature, Regular Session, 1997; board goals and objectives with timetable; other matters not requiring board action; and public comment.

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: Donna Flippin, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 834-4520.

Filed: January 9, 1998, 9:25 a.m.

TRD-9800320


Wednesday, January 21, 1998, 1:30 p.m.

Exchange Building, Room S-402, Texas Department of Health, 8407 Wall Street

Austin

Board Meeting

AGENDA:

The board will introduce members, guests, and staff and will discuss and possibly act on: executive director's report; public comment; other matters not requiring board action; setting future meeting dates for the board and future agenda items.

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: Donna Flippin, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 834-4520.

Filed: January 9, 1998, 9:25 a.m.

TRD-9800321


Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

Wednesday, January 21, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

Parks and Wildlife Headquarters, Executive Office Conference Room, 4200 Smith School Road

Austin

Parks and Wildlife Commission Conservation Committee Executive Session

EMERGENCY REVISED AGENDA:

Approval of the Minutes from previous Executive Sessions; ACTION- Land Aquisition-Brewster County; BRIEFING- Litigation — Jefferson County; BRIEFING- Land Aquisition-Brazoria County; Other Business

REASON FOR EMERGENCY: Error in expected Commission activity.

Contact: Andrew Sansom, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744, (512) 389-4642.

Filed: January 9, 1998, 10:00 a.m.

TRD-9800325


Texas State Board of Examiners of Perfusionists

Wednesday, February 4, 1998, 10:30 a.m.

Exchange Building, Suite S-402, Texas Department of Health, 8407 Wall Street

Austin

AGENDA:

The chairman will introduce guests and the board will discuss and possibly act on: approval of the minutes of the October 22, 1997 meeting; assistant division director's report on a cost analysis of all fees; comments received concerning proposed rules (22 TAC §761.6) concerning exemptions for out-of-state Perfusionists, as published in the January 3, 1998 issue of the Texas Register (23 TexReg 49); approval of proposed rules for final adoption (22 TAC 761.6); Perfusionists on the Internet; audit of grand-fathered Perfusionist licensees; chairman's report; executive secretary's report; other business not requiring action; and the setting of the next meeting date for the board.

To request ADA accommodation under the ADA, please contact Suzzanna C. Currier, ADA Coordinator in the Office of Civil Rights at (512) 458-7827 or TDD at (512) 458-7708 at least four days prior to the meeting.

Contact: Bobby Schmidt, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 834-6657.

Filed: January 9, 1998, 11:32 a.m.

TRD-9800342


Texas Public Finance Authority

Wednesday, January 21, 1998, 10:30 a.m.

William P. Clements Building, 300 West 15th Street, Committee Room Five

Austin

Board Meeting

AGENDA:

1. Call to order.

2. Approval of minutes of the December 17, 1997 Board meeting

3. Approve final wording of underwriting policies relating to good faith HUB participation efforts.

4. Consider and approve a Notice of Sale and Preliminary Official Statement for the $12,000,000 Texas Public Finance Authority Park Development Bonds (Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Projects) Series 1998.

5. Discussion of underwriting pool membership.

6. Other Business

7. Executive Session to discuss certain personnel matters, specifically pertaining to the position of Executive Director, and to take whatever action may be required in regard thereto, all in accordance with §551.074, Article 6252-17k, §2(g), Texas Open Meetings Act.

8. 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.

Contact: Jeanine Barron, 300 West 15th Street, Suite 411, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-5544.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 9:33 a.m.

TRD-9800475


Texas Department of Public Safety

Tuesday, January 27, 1998, 10:00 a.m.

DPS Headquarters, 5808 North Lamar Boulevard

Austin

Public Safety Commission

AGENDA:

Approval of Minutes

Budget Matters

Personnel Matters

Pending and Contemplated Litigation

Real Estate Matters

Miscellaneous and Other Unfinished Business

Public Comment.

Internal Audit Report

Motion for Rehearing in Discharge Appeal of DPS Employee Clark Kilpatrick

Discharge Appeal Hearing of DPS Employee Esteban Ortiz

Persons with disabilities, who plan to attend the meeting and may need auxiliary aids or services such as interpreters for persons who are dear or hearing impaired, readers, large print or braille, are requested to contact Dorothy Wright at (512) 453-3929, two working days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Contact: Dudley M. Thomas, 5805 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78752, (512) 424-2000, Extension 3700.

Filed: January 14, 1998, 12:00 p.m.

TRD-9800579


Public Utility Commission of Texas

Thursday, January 15, 1998, 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 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 and Southwestern Bell Telephone Company; Docket Number 16285, Petition of MCI Telecommunication Corporation and Its Affiliate MCIMetro Access Transmission Services, Inc. for Arbitration and 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 Co.; 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 78701, (512) 936-7308.

Filed: January 7, 1998, 3:57 p.m.

TRD-9800254


Monday, March 16, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

1701 North Congress Avenue

Austin

AGENDA:

A Hearing on the Merits will be conducted in Docket Number 18465-Application of HL&P for a Change in Accounting Procedures and Approval of Certain Base Rate Credits.

Contact: Rhonda Dempsey, 1701 North Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 936-7308.

Filed: January 14, 1998, 8:39 p.m.

TRD-9800542


Railroad Commission of Texas

Friday, January 23, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

1701 North Congress Avenue, 12th Floor Conference Room 12-170

Austin

AGENDA:

The Commission will hold its monthly statewide hearing on oil and gas to determine the lawful market demand for oil and gas and to consider and/or take action on matters listed on the agenda posted with the Secretary of State's Office.

Contact: Kathy Way, Oil and Gas Division, P.O. Box 12967, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463-6729.

Filed: January 9, 1998, 10:01 a.m.

TRD-9800327


Friday, January 23, 1998, 9:30 a.m.

1701 North Congress Avenue, 12th Floor Conference Room 12-170

Austin

REVISED AGENDA:

The Commission will hold its monthly statewide hearing on oil and gas to determine the lawful market demand for oil and gas and to consider and/or take action on matters listed on the agenda posted with the Secretary of State's Office.

Contact: Kathy Way, Oil and Gas Division, P.O. Box 12967, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463-6729.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 2:04 p.m.

TRD-9800505


Texas Real Estate Commission

Friday, January 21, 1998 at 8:00 a.m.

Room 130-G, TREC Headquarters, 1101 Camino La Costa

Austin

Texas Real Estate Inspector Committee

AGENDA:

1. Call to order

2. Discussion of procedures for conducting the meeting by telephone conference call under §155.21, Government Code

3. Discussion and possible action to recommend amendment to 22 TAC §535.223, concerning standard inspection report form

4. Adjourn

For ADA assistance, call Nancy Guevremont at (512) 465-3923 at least two days prior to the meeting.

Contact: Mark A. Moseley, P.O. Box 12188, Austin, Texas 78711-2188, (512) 465-3900.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 11:29 a.m.

TRD-9800492


State Office of Risk Management

Tuesday, January 20, 1998, 10:00 a.m.

Capitol Extension, Room E1.010

Austin

Risk Management Board

AGENDA:

1. Call to order;

2. Approval for minutes for December 9, 1997 and January 6, 1998 public meetings;

3. Report from Executive Director Search Committee

4. D iscussion, consideration, and possible action on appointment of an Executive Director for the State Office of Risk Management.

5. Report from staff on workers' compensation program

a. claims activity

b. Cost containment fees

c. Medical disputes

d. Other matters

6. Report from staff on SORM budget status;

7. Report from staff on reisk management program

a. Status of interagency contract payments

b. Other matters

8. Executive Session: Pursuant to §551.074, Government Code, to consider personnel related matters involving public officers or employees and pursuant to §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;

9. Action on matters considered in executive session;

10. Public Comment;

11. Confirmation of future public meeting dates;

12. Adjournment

Contact: Albert Betts, Jr. P.O. Box 13777, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 175-1440.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 9:39 a.m.

TRD-9800391


Texas Savings and Loan Department

Friday, February 6, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

Finance Commission Building, 2601 North Lamar Boulevard, Third Floor

Austin

AGENDA:

The purpose of this meeting (hearing) is to accumulate a record of evidence in regard to the application from Community Bank of Central Texas, ssb, Smithville, Texas to operate a branch office at 34 North Main Street, Elgin, Bastrop County, Texas, from which record the Commissioner will determine whether to grant or deny the application.

Contact: W. Clark Johnson, North Lamar Boulevard, Suite 201, Austin, Texas 78705, (512) 475-1350.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 11:24 a.m.

TRD-9800409


Monday, February 9, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

Finance Commission Building, 2601 North Lamar Boulevard, Third Floor

Austin

AGENDA:

The purpose of this meeting (hearing) is to accumulate a record of evidence in regard to the application from South Texas Bank, ssb, Victoria, Victoria County, Texas to change its name to First Capital Bank, ssb, from which record the Commissioner will determine whether to grant or deny the application.

Contact: Teresa Scarborough, 2601 North Lamar Boulevard, Suite 201, Austin, Texas 78705, (512) 475-1350.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 11:24 a.m.

TRD-9800410


Secretary of State

Thursday, January 29, 1998, 2:00 p.m.

Lt. Governor's Meeting Room, Capitol 2E.20

Austin

Elections Advisory Committee

AGENDA:

Welcoming remarks; roll call of members; introductory remarks; overview of secretary of state election night returns for the March 10, 1998 primary election; overview of process/introduction of key personnel; features of the system; charges for election night returns services; approval of operations manual; designation of one or more elections advisory committee members to be present on election night; closing remarks.

Contact: Kim Sutton, P.O. Box 12060, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463-5650.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 10:52 a.m.

TRD-9800488


Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners

Friday, January 23, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

Exchange Building, Room S-402, Texas Department of Health, 8407 Wall Street

Austin

Complaints Committee

AGENDA:

The committee will discuss and possibly act on: approval of the minutes of the December 12, 1997, meeting; sanction guidelines; overview of the complaint resolution process; statistical data regarding complaints for fiscal year 1997; proposal for decision (PFD) for KD (SW-97-024); pending complaints waiting for a hearing (SW-95-080 (MM) hearing scheduled for January 26, 1998; SW-96-052 (KM) hearing scheduled for February 11, 1998; and SW-96-077 (LW) hearing rescheduled for March 3, 1998); pending complaints waiting for board approval (SW-97-086 (BB) surrender; SW-97-101 (KS) surrender; SW-98-003 (MV) surrender; SW-98-004 (CN) surrender; and SW-98-005 (SA) denial); pending complaints (SW-96-007; SW-96-026; SW-96-074; SW-97-050; SW-97-065; SW-97-077; SW-97-079; SW-97-091; SW-97-098; SW-97-099; SW-97-100; SW-98-001; SW-98-006; SW-98-007; SW-98-009; SW-98-010; SW-98-012; SW-98-013; SW-98-015; SW-98-016; SW-98-017; SW-98-018; SW-98-019; SW-98-020; SW-98-021; SW-98-022; SW-98-023; SW-98-024; SW-98-025; SW-98-026; SW-98-027; SW-98-028; SW-98-029; SW-98-030; SW-98-031; SW-98-032; SW-98-033; SW-98-034; SW-98-035; SW-98-036; SW-98-037; SW-98-038; SW-98-039; and SW-98-040); other business not requiring action; and setting the next committee meeting date which is currently scheduled for February 27, 1998.

To request ADA accommodation, please contact Suzzanna C. Currier, ADA Coordinator in the Office of Civil Rights at (512) 458-7627 or TDD (512) 458-7708 at least four days prior to the meeting.

Contact: Shirley Bibles, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, 1-800-232-3162.

Filed: January 9, 1998, 11:32 a.m.

TRD-9800341


Boards for Lease of State-owned Lands

Thursday, January 20, 1998, 2:30 p.m.

Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 831

Austin

Board for Lease of Texas Department of Criminal Justice

AGENDA:

Approval of previous board meeting minutes; consideration of nominations, terms, conditions and procedures for the April 7, 1998 oil, gas and other minerals lease sale; Authorization to review and update 31 Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 201, General Rules and to file a Notice of Intention to review these rules in the Texas Register.

Contact: Linda K. Fisher, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Room 836, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-5016.

Filed: January 12, 1998, 3:09 p.m.

TRD-9800444


Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board

Thursday, January 15, 1998, 10:00 a.m.

Stagecoach Inn, Longhorn Room, One Main Street

Salado

AGENDA:

9:00 am. — Registration

10:00 a.m. — Introduction, John P. Burt, State Conservationist

TMDL, James Moore, SWCD State Board

Purpose and Focus of Meeting, Richard D. Babcock, Assistant State Conservationist (Programs)

Review minutes of July 31, 1997 meeting, Norman P. Bade, State Resource Conservationist

Funding Level Analysis, Randy Wells, Management Analyst

Review of 1998 Geographic Priority Areas, Norman P. Bade, State Resource Conservationist

Discussion of 1998 Ranking Criteria, Norman P. Bade, State Resource Conservationist

Lunch- Dutch Treat

Discussion of Funding Levels, Norman P. Bade, State Resource Conservationist

Recommendation of Funding Process, John P. Burt, State Conservationist

State Technical Committee Proposed Rule, Richard D. Babcock, Assistant State Conservationist (Programs)

CRP Update, Wayland Shurley, FSA State Executive Director

2:00 p.m. — Adjourn.

Contact: John P. Burt, (254) 742-9803, or H. Harold Bryant, (254) 742-9811.

Filed: January 7, 1998, 2:46 p.m.

TRD-9800240


Wednesday, January 21, 1998, 8:00 a.m.

311 North Fifth Street, Hearings Room

Temple

AGENDA:

Minutes from November 19, 1998; District Director Appointments; Senate Bill 503 Status Report; Section 319 Status Report; Representation on the Coastal Coordination Council; TMDL Activities; Cross Timbers Concerned Citizens Versus EPA; American Heritage Rivers Initiative; Senate Bill 1 Regional Water Planning; TNRCC Subchapter K Rules; USDA North Bosque River Project; TNRCC Dam Safety Report; Allocations of Senate Bill 503 Cost Share Funds; Interim Legislative Studies; District Director Elections Update; El Paso Hudspeth SWCD #205 Director Election Update; NRCS Field Office Structure; District Capacity Building; State Board Member Elections; 1998 NACD National Convention; Annual State Meeting Survey; Expenditure Report for Four Months Ending December 31, 1997; 200-2001 Biennium Legislative Appropriations Request; Report on Management Control Audit Follow Up; Reports from Agencies and Guests; USDA-NRCS Funding for 1998-1999 Fiscal Years; Board Member Travel; Human Resource Update; Information/Education Program Report; Next Regular State Board Meeting- March 18, 1998.

Contact: Robert Gl Buckley, P.O. Box 658, Temple, Texas 76503, (254) 773-2250, TEX-AN 820-1250.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 4:41 p.m.

TRD-9800522


Stephen F. Austin State University

Monday, January 19, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

The Houstonian, 111 North Post Oak Lane

Houston

Board of Regents Budget Committee

AGENDA:

I. Investment Report from Fayez Sarofim

II. Budget Revision

II. State Management Control Audit Update

Contact: Dan Angel, P.O. Box 6078, Nacogdoches, Texas 75962-6078, (409) 468-2201.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 10:31 a.m.

TRD-9800479


Monday, January 19, 1998, 11:00 a.m.

The Houstonian, 111 North Post Oak Lane

Houston

Board of Regents Athletic Ad Hoc Committee

AGENDA:

I. Renovations to Homer Bryce Stadium

Contact: Dan Angel, P.O. Box 6078, Nacogdoches, Texas 75962-6078, (409) 468-2201.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 10:31 a.m.

TRD-9800480


Monday, January 19, 1998, 1:00 p.m.

The Houstonian, 111 North Post Oak Lane

Houston

Board of Regents Academic and Students Affairs Committee

AGENDA:

I. Academic Standards Study

Contact: Dan Angel, P.O. Box 6078, Nacogdoches, Texas 75962-6078, (409) 468-2201.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 11:38 a.m.

TRD-9800493


Monday, January 19, 1998, 1:30 p.m.

The Houstonian, 111 North Post Oak Lane

Houston

Board of Regents

AGENDA:

I. Open Session — Committee of the Whole

II. Executive Session

A. Review on Pending, Anticipated Litigation (551.071)

1. Ginn v. SFA, et al

2. Weber v. NAH, Inc. et al

3. Trahan v. SFA

4. Fowler v. SFA

5. Dudley v. SFA

6. Hoover, et al v. Morales, et al

B. Personnel Matters Regarding Specific University Employees (551.074/551.075)

1. Football Coaches

2. Visiting Professor

C. Real Estate (551.072)

1. Purchase of Property

2. Condemnation of Property

(Possible action may be taken in Open Session on matters considered in Executive Session).

III. Open Discussion of Tuesday Board Items (Where appropriate, and permitted by law, Executive Sessions may be held for the above listed subjects).

Contact: Dan Angel, P.O. Box 6078, Nacogdoches, Texas 75962-6078, (409) 468-2201.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 10:32 a.m.

TRD-9800481


Tuesday, January 20, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

The Houstonian, 111 North Post Oak Lane

Houston

Board of Regents

AGENDA:

I. Executive Session

A. Report on Pending Litigation

1. All pending lawsuits

B. Personnel Matters Regarding Specific University Employees

1. Football Coaches

2. Visiting Professor

C. Real Estate

1. Purchase of Property

2. Condemnation of Property

(Possible action may be taken in Open Session on matters considered in Executive Session).

II. Approval of October 14, 1997 Minutes

III. Personnel

A. Faculty and Staff Appointments for 1997-1998

B. Changes of Status

C. Retirements

D. Voluntary Modification of Employment.

IV. Academic and Student Affairs

A. Underenrolled Class Report for Spring 1998

B. Twelfth Class Day Report

C. Last Class Day Report, Fall 1997

D. Faculty Workload Report

V. Buildings and Grounds

A. Renovation of Miller Science Building-Architectural and Construction Management Services

B. Renovation of Tucker House and Furniture

C. Renovation of Homer Bryce Stadium

D. Renovation of Alumni Building

E. Renovation of Austin Building Second Floor

F. Resolution for Condemnation of Property

VI. Financial Affairs

A. Resolution to Reimburse Expenditures with Proceeds of Future Debt

B. Vehicle Replacements

C. College of Fine Arts Furniture and Equipment

D. Resolution to Review Qualified Investment Brokers

E. Resolution to Acknowledge Review of Investment Policy and Strategy

F. Budget Changes Less than $50,000.

VII. University Policies and Procedures

A. Investment Policies and Procedures

B. Policy Revisions

VIII. Reports

A. Chair, Faculty Senate

B. President, Student Government Association

C. Vice President for University Advancement

D. President

Where appropriate, and permitted by law, Executive Sessions may be held for the above listed subjects.

Contact: Dan Angel, P.O. Box 6078, Nacogdoches, Texas 75962-6078, (409) 468-2201.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 10:32 a.m.

TRD-9800482


Structural Pest Control Board

Monday, February 2, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

Texas Agricultural Extension Center, 17360 Coit Road

Dallas

Public Hearing

AGENDA:

1. Public Comment on proposed changes to §599.5, Inspection Procedures, §599.6, Real Estate Transaction Inspection Reports and proposed new §595.16, Approval of Products.

Contact: Benny Mathis, 1106 Clayton Lane, Suite 100 LW, Austin, Texas 78723, (512) 451-7200.

Filed: January 7, 1998, 2:27 p.m.

TRD-9800236


Friday, February 6, 1998, 9:00 a.m.

Harris County Extension Center, 2 Abercrombie Drive

Houston

Public Hearing

AGENDA:

1. Public Comment on proposed changes to §599.5, Inspection Procedures, §599.6, Real Estate Transaction Inspection Reports and proposed new §595.16, Approval of Products.

Contact: Benny Mathis, 1106 Clayton Lane, Suite 100 LW, Austin, Texas 78723, (512) 451-7200.

Filed: January 7, 1998, 2:27 p.m.

TRD-9800235


Teacher Retirement System of Texas

Friday, January 16, 1998, 1:00 p.m.

1000 Red River, Fifth Floor Boardroom

Austin

Texas Public Employees Group Insurance Program Retirees Advisory Committee

AGENDA:

Call to Order

Introduction of Guests and Visitors

Approval of Minutes of March 7, 1997 Meeting

Public Comments

Review Process Used by Staff to Evaluate Request for Bids (RFB) for:

Medical Claims and Network Administration; Pharmacy Benefit Manager; Medicare Risk HMO

Staff Recommendations for:

Medical Claims and Network Administration; Pharmacy Benefit Manager

Discuss Medicare Risk HMO Pilot Project

Discuss Annual Open Enrollment

Chief Benefit Officer Comments

Executive Director Report

Adjourn

For ADA assistance, contact John R. Mercer, (512) 397-6400 or TDD (512) 397-6444 or (800) 397-4497 at least two days prior to the meeting.

Contact: Frank DiLorenzo, 1000 Red River, Austin, Texas 78701-2698, (512) 397-6400.

Filed: January 8, 1998, 10:48 a.m.

TRD-9800281


University Interscholastic League

Monday, January 12, 1998, 10:00 a.m.

Club Hotel, IH35 at Martin Luther King Boulevard

Austin

Waiver Review Board

AGENDA:

AA. Request for a wavier of the Four Year Rule by Jose Ramos representing Marfa High School in Marfa, Texas.

BB. Request for a waiver of the Four Year Rule by Casey Robert Burns representing Odessa High School in Odessa, Texas.

Contact: Sam Harper, 23001 Lake Austin Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78713, (512) 471-5883.

Filed: January 7, 1998, 2:04 p.m.

TRD-9800232


The University of Texas System

Tuesday-Wednesday, January 13-14, 1998, 9:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. respectively

Four Seasons Hotel, San Jacinto Ballroom, West Salon, 98 San Jacinto Boulevard

Austin

Board of Regents

AGENDA:

The Board of Regents will meet in Open Session to conduct workshops with the health component presidents and staff to review strategic plans and missions, enrollments, fiscal resources, faculty and staff development, academic, research, and patient-care program plans, operating efficiency and effectiveness and private fund development issues. It is not anticipated that these will be decision-making sessions but, instead will be learning and information gathering sessions for the Board.

If necessary or appropriate, the Board may recess for brief executive sessions to discuss contemplated litigation and/or personnel matters relating to the evaluation, assignment, or duties of officers or employees (Texas Government Code, §551.071 and 551.074) as a part of these component reviews. It is not anticipated that any formal action or decisions will result from these brief executive sessions.

Contact: Arthur H. Dilly, 201 West Seventh Street, Austin, Texas 78701-2981, (512) 499-4402.

Filed: January 9, 1998, 10:01 a.m.

TRD-9800326


Texas Workers' Compensation Commission

Friday, January 16, 1998, 9:30 a.m.

4000 South IH35, Room 910-911, Southfield Building

Austin

Medical Advisory Committee

AGENDA:

1. Call to Order

2. Review and Possible Approval of the November 21, 1997 Minutes

3. Items from the Division Director

4. Briefing on the progress of the Return to work Guideline focus groups

5. Review draft and comments regarding the Upper Extremity Treatment Guideline

6. Develop agenda for Guideline Standarization Meeting

7. Briefing regarding the Spinal Surgery Second Opinion Rule

8. Announcement of the work hardening/work conditioning workgroup meeting

9. Establish next meeting date

10. Adjournment

Contact: Robert M. Marquette, 4000 South IH35, Austin, Texas 78704, (512) 440-5690.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 8:06 a.m.

TRD-9800462


Texas Workforce Commission

Wednesday, January 21, 1998, 10:00 a.m.

101 East 15th Street, Room 644, TWC Building

Austin

AGENDA:

Discussion, consideration and possible action relating to: (1) integration of eligibility determination and service delivery relative to House bill 2777; (2) potential and pending applications for certification of local workforce development boards; (3) recommendations to TCWEC of operations plans of local workforce development boards; (4) approval of local workforce board or private industry council nominees; (5) acceptance of donations of child care matching funds; (6) publication in the Texas Register of proposed new Chapter 827 Communities in Schools rules; (7) agreement to least equipment from the Texas Public Finance Authority. Discussion and staff report concerning the Employment Service and related functions at the Texas Workforce Commission. EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to Government Code §551.071 to discuss the duties and responsibilities of the Executive Staff and other personnel; §551.071(1) concerning the pending or contemplated litigation of the Texas AFL-CIO v. TWC; TSEU/CWA Local 6184, AFL/CIO v. TWC; Guiterrez v. TWC; and Gene E. Merchant et al. vs. TWC; and §551.071(2) concerning all matters identified in this agenda where the Commissioners seek the advice of their 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; consideration and action on tax liability cases and higher level appeals in unemployment compensation cases on Dockets 2 and 3, and set date of next meeting.

Contact: J. Randel (Jerry) Hill, 101 East 15th Street, Austin, Texas 78778, (512) 463-7833.

Filed: January 13, 1998, 3:33 p.m.

TRD-9800516


Monday, January 26-28, 1998, 9:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. respectively.

The January 26 and 27 sessions will be held in Room 1.75 of the Sam Houston Building. The January 28th session will be held in Room 2.10 of the Sam Houston Building.

Sam Houston Building, 201 East 14th Street

Austin

AGENDA:

The Commissioners will be participating in the workshop titled “Creative Interchange Life Skills: A Mindset for the Next Millenium.” The Commissioners will be involved in this training session for the purpose of developing skills that can be used in the management and operation of the Texas Workforce Commission. The skills will help managers in making decisions, developing and implementing strategic plans, resolving conflicts, managing projects and conducting time-efficient and productive meetings.

Contact: J. Randel (Jerry) Hill, 101 East 15th Street, Austin, Texas 78778, (512) 463-7833.

Filed: January 8, 1998, 1:56 p.m.

TRD-9800294


Regional Meetings

Meetings filed January 7, 1998

Concho Valley Council of Governments, Economic Development District, met at 5014 Knickerbocker Road, San Angelo, January 14, 1998 at 4:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Troy Williamson, P.O. Box 60050, San Angelo, Texas 76906, (915) 944-9666. TRD-9800257.

Concho Valley Council of Governments, Executive Committee, Board, met at 5002 Knickerbocker Road, San Angelo, January 14, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Robert R. Weaver, P.O. Box 60050, San Angelo, Texas 76906, (915) 944-9666. TRD-9800258.

Fisher County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 100 West Concho Street, Fisher County Courthouse, Roby, January 13, 1998 at 8:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Betty Mize, P.O. Box 516, Roby, Texas 79543, (915) 776-2733. TRD-9800241.

Liberty County Central Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board, met at 315 Main Street, Liberty, January 21, 1998 at 9:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Sherry Greak, P.O. Box 10016, Liberty, Texas 77575, (409) 336-5722. TRD-9800253.

Lometa Rural Water Supply Corporation, Board of Directors, met at 506 W. Main Street, Lometa, January 12, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Levi G. Cash III, or Tina L. Hodge, P.O. Box 158, Lometa, Texas 76853, (512) 752-3505. TRD-9800242.

Nolan County Central Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at Nolan County Courthouse, Third Floor, 100 East Third Street, Sweetwater, January 13, 1998 at 7:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Patricia Davis, P.O. Box 1256, Sweetwater, Texas 79556, (915) 235-8421. TRD-9800239.

Nortex Regional Planning Commission, General Membership Committee, met with revised agenda, at the Galaxy Center, #2 North, Suite 200, 4309 Jacksboro Highway, Wichita Falls, January 15, 1998 at Noon. Information may be obtained from Dennis Wilde, P.O. Box 5144, Wichita Falls, Texas 76307-5144, (940) 322-5281, fax: (940) 322-6743. TRD-9800260.

Permian Basin Regional Planning Commission, Local Workforce Development Board, met at 2910 La Force Boulevard, Midland, January 14, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Terri Moore, P.O. Box 60660, Midland, Texas 79711, (915) 563-1061. TRD-9800230.

Permian Basin Regional Planning Commission, Board of Directors, met at 2910 La Force Boulevard, Midland, January 14, 1998 at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Terri Moore, P.O. Box 60660, Midland, Texas 79711, (915) 563-1061. TRD-9800229.

Permian Basin Regional Planning Commission, Policy Advisory Committee, (MORTS), met at 2910 La Force Boulevard, Midland, January 21, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Terri Moore, P.O. Box 60660, Midland, Texas 79711, (915) 563-1061. TRD-9800231.

Tarrant Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board, met at 2329 Gravel Road, Fort Worth, January 2, 1998 at 8:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Linda G. Smith, 2329 Gravel Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76118-6984. (817) 284-8884. TRD-9800237.

Taylor County Central Appraisal District, met at 1534 South Treadaway, Abilene, January 14, 1998 at 3:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Richard Petree, P.O. Box 1800, Abilene, Texas 79604, (905) 676-9381, extension 24 or fax: (915) 676-7877. TRD-9800261.

West Central Texas Workforce Development Board, met at 1025 E.N. 10th Street, Abilene, January 21, 1998 at 10:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Mary Ross, 1025 EN 10th Street, Abilene, Texas 79601, (915) 672-8544. TRD-9800233.

West Central Texas Workforce Development Board, School-to-Work Committee, met at 1025 E.N. 10th Street, Abilene, January 21, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Mary Ross, 1025 EN 10th Street, Abilene, Texas 79601, (915) 672-8544. TRD-9800234.

Meetings Filed January 8, 1998

Bi-County Water Supply Corporation, met at Arch Davis Road, FM 2254, Pittsburg, January 13, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Janell Larson, P.O. Box 848, Pittsburg, Texas 75686, (903) 856-5840. TRD-9800274.

Cass County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 502 North Main Street, Linden, January 13, 1998, at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Ann Lummus, 502 North Main Street, Linden, Texas 75563, (903) 756-7545. TRD-9800302.

Central Texas Council of Governments, Criminal Justice Advisory Board, met at 302 East Central Avenue, Belton, January 16, 1998, at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Beth Stokes, P.O. Box 729, Belton, Texas, 76513, (817) 939-1801. TRD-9800282.

Clear Creek Watershed Regional Flood Control District, Board of Directors, met at 3519 Liberty Drive, Council Chambers, Pearland, January 21, 1998 at 5:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Roger Davis, 4805 West Broadway, Pearland, Texas 77581, (281) 485-1434. TRD-9800264.

Education Service Center, Region XI, Board of Directors, met at 3001 North Freeway, Fort Worth, January 19, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Dr. Ray L. Chancellor, 3001 North Freeway, Fort Worth, Texas 76106, (817) 625-5311. TRD-9800299.

Elm Creek Water Supply Corporation, Board, met at 508 Avenue “E”, Moody, January 12, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Rita Foster, P.O. Box 538, Moody, Texas 76557, (254) 853-3838. TRD-9800283.

Erath County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 1390 Harbin Drive, Stephenville, January 13, 1998 at 8:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Angi Couch, 1390 Harbin Drive, Stephenville, Texas 76401, (254) 965-5434. TRD-9800271.

Falls County Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board, met at Falls County Courthouse, First Floor, Intersections of Highways 6 and 7, Marlin, January 13, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Joyce Collier, P.O. Box 430, Marlin, Texas 76661, (817) 883-2543. TRD-9800263.

Hansford County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 709 West 7th Street, Spearman, January 14, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Alice Peddy, 709 West Seventh Street, Spearman, Texas 79081, (806) 659-5575. TRD-9800270.

Heart of Texas Council of Governments, Local Workforce Development Board, met at 320 Franklin Avenue, Waco, January 15, 1998 at 5:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Donna Tomlinson, 320 Franklin Avenue, Waco, Texas 76701, (254) 756-7822. TRD-9800266.

Heart of Texas Council of Governments, Executive Committee, met at 320 Franklin Avenue, Waco, January 22, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Donna Tomlinson, 320 Franklin Avenue, Waco, Texas 76701, (254) 756-7822. TRD-9800267.

Kleberg-Kenedy Soil and Water Conservation District 356, Board of Directors, met at 1017 South 14th Street, Kingsville, January 12, 1998 at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Joan D. Rumfield, 920 East Caesar, Suite 4, Kingsville, Texas 78363, (512) 592-0309. TRD-9800265.

Palo Pinto Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 200 Church Street, Palo Pinto, January 15, 1998 at 3:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Carol Holmes or Donna Hartzell, P.O. Box 250, Palo Pinto, Texas 76484-0250, (940) 659-1239. TRD-9800312.

Rockwall County Central Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 106 North San Jacinto, Rockwall, January 13, 1998, 7:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Ray E. Helm, 106 North San Jacinto, Rockwall, Texas 75087, (972) 771-2034. TRD-9800284.

Rockwall County Central Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met with revised agenda, at 106 North San Jacinto, Rockwall, January 13, 1998, 7:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Ray E. Helm, 106 North San Jacinto, Rockwall, Texas 75087, (972) 771-2034. TRD-9800297.

Sabine Valley Center, Personnel Committee, met at Panola County Family Services, 1701A South Adams, Carthage, January 15, 1998 at 6:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Inman White or Ann Reed, P.O. Box 6800, Longview, Texas 75608, (903) 237-2362. TRD-9800278.

Sabine Valley Center, Finance Committee, met at Panola County Family Services, 1701A South Adams, Carthage, January 15, 1998 at 6:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Inman White or Ann Reed, P.O. Box 6800, Longview, Texas 75608, (903) 237-2362. TRD-9800279.

Sabine Valley Center, Care and Treatment Committee, met at Panola County Family Services, 1701A South Adams, Carthage, January 15, 1998 at 6:15 p.m. Information may be obtained from Inman White or Ann Reed, P.O. Box 6800, Longview, Texas 75608, (903) 237-2362. TRD-9800277.

Sabine Valley Center, Board of Trustees, met at Panola County Family Services, 1701A South Adams, Carthage, January 15, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Inman White or Ann Reed, P.O. Box 6800, Longview, Texas 75608, (903) 237-2362. TRD-9800280.

South Plains Association of Governments, Executive Committee, met at 1323 58th Street, Lubbock, January 13, 1998, at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Jerry D. Casstevens, P.O. Box 3730 Freedom Station, Lubbock, Texas 79452-3730, (806) 762-8721. TRD-9800305.

South Plains Association of Governments, Board of Directors, met at 1323 58th Street, Lubbock, January 13, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Jerry D. Casstevens, P.O. Box 3730 Freedom Station, Lubbock, Texas 79452-3730, (806) 762-8721. TRD-9800304.

Upshur County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 1711 Latch Road, Gilmer, January 12, 1998, at 1:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Louise Stracener, P.O. Box 280, Gilmer, Texas 75644-0280, (903) 843-3041. TRD-9800289.

Wise County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 206 South State Street, Decatur, January 13, 1998, at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained form Freddie Triplett, 206 South State Street, Decatur, Texas 76234, (940) 627-3081. TRD-9800269.

Meetings filed January 9, 1998

Atascosa County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at Fourth and Avenue J, Poteet, January 15, 1998 at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Curtis Stewart, P.O. Box 139, Poteet, Texas 78065-0139, (210) 742-3591. TRD-9800323.

Austin Travis County MHMR Center, Human Resources Board Committee, met at 1700 South Lamar Boulevard, Building One, Suite 102A, Austin, January 14, 1998 at 4:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Sharon Taylor, 1430 Collier Street, Austin, Texas 78704, (512) 440-4031. TRD-9800317.

Brazos Valley Council of Governments, Board of Directors, met at 1706 East 29th Street, Bryan, January 14, 1998 at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Nelda Thompson, P.O. Drawer 4128, Bryan, Texas 77805-4128, (409) 775-4244, extension 102, fax: (409) 775-3466. TRD-9800339.

Capital Area Rural Transportation System (CARTS), Board of Directors, met at CARTS conference room, 2010 East Sixth Street, Austin, January 15, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Edna M. Burroughs, P.O. Box 6050, Austin, Texas 78702, (512) 389-1011. TRD-9800324.

Carson County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 102 Main Street, Panhandle, January 14, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Donita Davis, Box 970, Panhandle, Texas 79068, (806) 537-3569. TRD-9800357.

Coleman County Water Supply Corporation, Board of Directors, met at 214 Santa Anna Avenue, Coleman, January 14, 1998 at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Davey Thweatt, 214 Santa Anna Avenue, Coleman, Texas 76834, (915) 625-2133. TRD-9800332.

Concho Valley Council of Governments, Executive Committee, met with revised agenda, at 5002 Knickerbocker Road, San Angelo, January 14, 1998, at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Robert R. Weaver, P.O. Box 60050, San Angelo, Texas 76906, (915) 944-9666. TRD-9800350.

Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Audit Committee, met at 1401 Pacific Avenue, Conference Room “B”, First Floor, Dallas, January 13, 1998 at 10:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Paula Bailey, DART, P.O. Box 660163, Dallas, Texas 75266-0163. TRD-9800370.

Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Administrative Committee, met at 1401 Pacific Avenue, Conference Room “C”, First Floor, Dallas, January 13, 1998 at 12:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Paula Bailey, DART, P.O. Box 660163, Dallas, Texas 75266-0163. TRD-9800372.

Dallas Area Rapid Transit, External Communications Committee, met at 1401 Pacific Avenue, Conference Room “D”, First Floor, Dallas, January 13, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Paula Bailey, DART, P.O. Box 660163, Dallas, Texas 75266-0163. TRD-9800371.

Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Operations Committee, met at 1401 Pacific Avenue, Conference Room “B”, First Floor, Dallas, January 13, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Paula Bailey, DART, P.O. Box 660163, Dallas, Texas 75266-0163. TRD-9800373.

Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Committee-of-the-Whole, met at 1401 Pacific Avenue, Conference Room “C”, First Floor, Dallas, January 13, 1998 at 4:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Paula Bailey, DART, P.O. Box 660163, Dallas, Texas 75266-0163. TRD-9800376.

Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Board of Directors, met at 1401 Pacific Avenue, Board Room, First Floor, Dallas, January 13, 1998 at 6:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Paula Bailey, DART, P.O. Box 660163, Dallas, Texas 75266-0163. TRD-9800366.

Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Rail Economic Development Conference, met at Harvey Hotel, 1600 North Central Expressway, Plano, January 15, 1998 at 7:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Paula Bailey, DART, P.O. Box 660163, Dallas, Texas 75266-0163. TRD-9800367.

East Texas Council of Governments, Workforce Development Board, met at 3119 Estes Parkway, Longview, January 15, 1998 at 9:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Glynn Knight, 3800 Stone Road, Kilgore, Texas 75662, (903) 984-8641. TRD-9800365.

East Texas Council of Governments, Youth Committee, met at 3119 Estes Parkway, Longview, January 15, 1998 at 11:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Glynn Knight, 3800 Stone Road, Kilgore, Texas 75662, (903) 984-8641. TRD-9800379.

Education Service Center, Region One, Board of Directors, met at 1900 West Schunior, Edinburg, January 13, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Sylvia R. Hatton, 1900 West Schunior, Edinburg, Texas 78539, (956) 383-5611. TRD-9800364.

Erath County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met with revised agenda, at 1390 Harbin Drive, Stephenville, January 13, 1998 at 8:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Angi Couch, 1390 Harbin Drive, Stephenville, Texas 76401, (254) 965-5434. TRD-9800356.

Gonzales County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 928 St Paul Street, Gonzales, January 15, 1998 at 6:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Lona Cleveland, or Glenda Strackbein, 928 St. Paul Street, Gonzales, Texas 78629, (830) 672-2879 or Fax: (830) 672-8345. TRD-9800377.

Gulf Bend Center, Board of Trustees, met at 1502 East Airline, Victoria, January 15, 1998 at Noon. Information may be obtained form Agnes Moeller, 1502 East Airline, Victoria, Texas 77901, (512) 582-2309. TRD-9800335.

Harris County Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board, met at 2800 North Loop West, 8th Floor, Houston, January 16, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Bob Gee, 2800 North Loop West, Houston, Texas 77092, (713) 957-5222. TRD-9800329.

Henderson County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 1751 Enterprise Street, Athens, January 15, 1998, at 5:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Lori Fetterman, 1751 Enterprise Street, Athens, Texas 75751, (903) 675-9296. TRD-9800349.

Jasper County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 137 North Main Street, Jasper, January 13, 1998, at Noon. Information may be obtained from David W. Luther, 137 North Main, Jasper, Texas 75951, (409) 384-2544. TRD-9800380.

Lake Livingston Water Supply and Sewer Service Corporation, Board of Directors, met at 622 South Washington, Livingston, January 15, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from M.D. Simmons, P.O. Box 1149, Livingston, Texas 77351, (409) 327-3107, fax: (409) 327-8959. TRD-9800328.

Lower Colorado River Authority, Planning and Public Policy Committee, met at 3701 Leka Austin Boulevard, Hancock Building, Board Conference Room, Austin, January 13, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Glen E. Taylor, P.O. Box 220, Austin, Texas 78767, (512) 473-3304. TRD-9800340.

Nortex Regional Planning Commission, General Membership Committee, met with revised agenda (time rescheduled) at The Galaxy Center, #2 North, 4309 Jacksboro Highway, Wichita Falls, January 15, 1998 at 10:00 a.m., rescheduled from January 15, 1997 at Noon. Information may be obtained from Dennis Wilde, P.O. Box 5144, Wichita Falls, Texas 76307-5144; (940) 322-5281, fax: 322-6743. TRD-9800344.

North Texas Municipal Water District, Board of Directors, met at Administration Office, 505 East Brown Street, Wylie, January 22, 1998 at 4:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Carl W. Riehn, P.O. Box 2408, Wylie, Texas 75098, (972) 442-5405. TRD-9800314.

North Texas Regional Library System, Board of Directors, met at 1111 Foch Street, Fort Worth, January 22, 1998 at 1:30 p.m.Information may be obtained frorm Martin Anglin, 1111 Foch Street, Suite 100, Fort Worth, Texas 76107, (817) 335-6076. TRD-9800347.

Panhandle Ground Water Conservation District Three, Board of Directors Public Meeting, met at District Office, 201 West Third Street, White Deer, January 14, 1998, at 7:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from C.E. Williams, P.O. Box 637, White Deer, Texas 79097, (806) 883-2501. TRD-9800322.

Tarrant Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 2329 Gravel Road, Fort Worth, January 16, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Mary McCoy, 2315 Gravel Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76118, (817) 284-0024. TRD-9800318.

Wood County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 210 Clark Street, Quitman, January 15, 1998, 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Lois McKibben or Rhonda Powell, P.O. Box 518, Quitman, Texas 75783-0518, (903) 763-4891. TRD-9800315.

Meetings filed January 12, 1998

Austin Transportation Study, Policy Advisory Committee, Executive Committee, met at Municipal Annex Building, 301 West Second Street, First Floor Large Conference Room 140, Austin, January 16, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Michael R. Aulick, 301 West Second Street, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 499-2275. TRD-9800411.

Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District, Board of Directors, met at 2510 Onion Creek Parkway, Austin, January 16, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Bill E. Couch, 1124A Regal Row, Austin, Texas 78748, (512) 282-8441, fax: (512) 282-7016. TRD-9800434.

Edwards Aquifer Authority Permits Committee, met at 16515 North St Mary's Street, San Antonio, January 12, 1998 at 5:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Sally Tamez-Salas, 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, 78212, (210) 222-2204. TRD-9800429.

Edwards Aquifer Authority Board, met at 16515 North St Mary's Street, San Antonio, January 13, 1998 at 6:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Sally Tamez-Salas, 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, 78212, (210) 222-2204. TRD-9800430.

Gregg Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board, met at 1333 East Harrison Road, Longview, January 21, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Marvin F. Hahn, Jr., 1333 East Harrison Road, (FM 1845), Longview, Texas 75604-5537, (903) 238-8823. TRD-9800387.

24th Judicial District Community Supervision and Corrections Department, Victoria Area Board of District Judges, met at 135th District Courtroom, Third Floor, Victoria County Courthouse, 115 North Bridge Street, Victoria, January 16, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Janet Simmons Duge, P.O. Box 165, Victoria, Texas 77902, (512) 582-5350. TRD-9800385.

Kendall Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board, met at 121 South Main Street, Boerne, January 27, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Leta Schlinke, P.O. Box 788, Boerne, Texas 78006, (830) 249-8012, fax: (830) 249-3975. TRD-9800461.

Lake Livingston Water Supply and Sewer Service Corporation, Board of Directors, met at 622 South Washington, Livingston, January 15, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from M.D. Simmons, P.O. Box 1149, Livingston, Texas 77351, (409) 327-3107; fax: (409) 327-8959. TRD-9800386.

Lee County Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board, met at 218 East Richmond Street, Giddings, January 21, 1998, at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Delores Shaw, 218 East Richmond Street, Giddings, Texas 78942, (409) 542-9618. TRD-9800457.

San Antonio River Authority, Board of Directors, met at 100 East Guenther Street, Boardroom, San Antonio, January 21, 1998, at 2:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Fred N. Pfeiffer, P.O. Box 830027, San Antonio, Texas 78283-0027, (210) 227-1373. TRD-9800388.

South Plains Regional Workforce Development Board, met at 1301 Broadway, downstairs conference room, Lubbock, January 15, 1998, 3:00 p.m. Information may be obtained Annette Walters, P.O. Box 10227, Lubbock, Texas 79457, (806) 744-1987. TRD-9800433.

Tarrant Appraisal District, Review Board, met at 2329 Gravel Road, Fort Worth, January 22, 1998 at 8:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Linda G. Smith, 2329 Gravel Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76118-6984. TRD-9800389.

Meetings filed January 13, 1998

Angelina and Neches River Authority, ANRA Board of Directors, met at 210 Lufkin Avenue, ANRA Board Meeting Room, Lufkin, January 16, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Thomas D. Burr, P.O. Box 387, Lufkin, Texas 75901, 409) 632-7795. TRD-9800478.

Austin-Travis County MHMR Center, Board of Trustees, met at 1430 Collier Street, Board Room, January 13, 1998, at 8:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Sharon Taylor, 1430 Collier Street, Austin, Texas 78704, (512) 440-4031. TRD-9800491.

Bell County Tax Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 411 East Central Avenue, January 20, 1998, 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Carl Moore, P.O. Box 390, Belton, Texas 76513, (254) 939-5841. TRD-9800509.

Brazos Valley Council of Governments, Board Meeting for Brazos Valley Affordable Housing Corporation, met at 1706 East 29th Street, Bryan, January 22, 1998 at 5:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Nelda Thompson, P.O. Drawer 4128, Bryan, Texas 77805-4128, (409) 775-4244, extension 102. TRD-9800467.

Central Counties Center for MHMR Services, Board of Trustees, met at 304 South 22nd Street, Temple, January 22, 1998 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, (254) 298-7010. TRD-9800538.

Education Service Center, Region VII, Board of Directors, met at 440 Highway 79 South, Henderson, January 22, 1998, at Noon. Information may be obtained from Eddie J. Little, 818 East Main Street, Kilgore, Texas 75662, (903) 984-3071. TRD-9800485.

Education Service Center, Region XI, Board of Directors, met at 3001 North Freeway, Fort Worth, January 19, 1998, at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Dr. Ray L. Chancellor, 3001 North Freeway, Fort Worth, Texas 76106, (817) 625-5311. TRD-9800483.

Education Service Center, Region XIII, Board of Directors, met at 5701 Springdale, Road, Room H, Austin, January 20, 1998, at 12:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Dr. Roy C. Benavides, 5701 Springdale Road, Austin, Texas 78723, (512) 919-5300. TRD-9800501.

Edwards Central Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 408 Austin Street, County Annex Building, Rocksprings, January 16, 1998, 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Wiley Rudasill, P.O. Box 858, Rockspriings, Texas 78880, (210) 683-4189. TRD-9800473.

Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority, Long Range Planning Committee, met at 905 South Bridge, Victoria, January 20, 1998, 3:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from W.E. West, Jr., 944 East Court Street, Sequin, Texas 78155, (830) 379-5822. TRD-9800497.

Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority, Policy Committee, met at 905 South Bridge, Victoria, January 21, 1998, 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from W.E. West, Jr., 944 East Court Street, Sequin, Texas 78155, (830) 379-5822. TRD-9800499.

Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority, Retirement and Benefit Committee, met at 905 South Bridge, Victoria, January 21, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from W.E. West, Jr., 944 East Court Street, Sequin, Texas 78155, (830) 379-5822. TRD-9800498.

Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority, Board of Directors, met at 905 South Bridge, Victoria, January 21, 1998, 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from W.E. West, Jr., 944 East Court Street, Sequin, Texas 78155, (830) 379-5822. TRD-9800500.

Hockley County Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board, met at 1103 Houston Street, Levelland, January 19, 1998, 7:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Nick Williams, P.O. Box 1090, Levelland, Texas 79336, (906) 894-9654. TRD-9800519.

Liberty County Central Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 315 Main Street, Liberty, January 28, 1998, 9:30 a.m. Information may be Sherry Greak, P.O. Box 10016, Liberty, Texas 77575, (409) 336-5722. TRD-9800511.

Limestone County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 200 West State Street, Groesbeck, January 20, 1998, at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Karen Wietzikoski, 200 West State Street, Groesbeck, Texas 76642, (254) 729-3009. TRD-9800477.

Mills County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at Mills County Courthouse Jury Room, Fisher Street, Goldthwaite, January 20, 1998, at 6:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Bill Presley, P.O. Box 565, Goldthwaite, Texas 76844, (915) 648-2253. TRD-9800465.

North Central Texas Council of Governments, Executive Board, met at Centerpoint Two, 616 Six Flags Drive, Second Floor, January 22, 1998, 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-9800518.

West Central Texas Council of Governments, Criminal justice Advisory Committee, will meet at 1125 E.N. 10th Street, Abilene, March 25, 1998, at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Les Wilkerson, P.O. Box 3195, Abilene, Texas 79604, (915) 672-1197. TRD-9800484.

Wheeler County Appraisal, Board of Directors, met at 117 East Texas, Courthouse Square, Wheeler, January 19, 1998, at 5:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Larry Schoenhals, P.O. Box 1200, Wheeler, Texas 79096, (906) 826-5900. TRD-9800506.

Meetings filed January 14, 1998

Coastal Bend Council of Governments, Membership, met at 2910 Leopard Street, Corpus Christi, January 23, 1998, at 2:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from John P. Buckner, P.O. Box 9909, Corpus Christi, Texas 78469, (512) 883-5743. TRD-9800561.

Dallas Central Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board, met at 2949 North Stemmonds Freeway, Second Floor Community Room, Dallas, January 14, 1998, 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Rick Kuehler, 2949 North Stemmons, Freeway, Dallas, Texas 75247, (214) 631-0520. TRD-9800564.

Education Service Center, Region VIII, Board of Director's, will meet at Alps Restaurant, 106 East Burton Road, Mt. Pleasant, January 29, 1998, at 6:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Scott Ferguson, P.O. Box 1894, Mt. Pleasant, Texas 75456-1894, (903) 572-8551. TRD-9800576.

Edwards Aquifer Authority, Board, met with revised agenda, rescheduled from January 13, 1998, at 1615 North St. Mary's, San Antonio, January 20, 1998, at 6:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Sally Tamez-Salas, 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, Texas 78212, (210) 222-2204. TRD-9800539.

Kendall Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 121 South Main Street, Boerne, January 21, 1998 at 6:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Leta Schlinke or Helen Tamayo, P.O. Box 788, Boerne, Texas 78006, (830) 249-8012, fax: (830) 249-3975. TRD-9800540.

Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council, Hidalgo County Metropolitan Planning Organization, met at TxDOT District Office, 600 West Expressway, U.S. 83, Pharr, January 22, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Edward L. Molitor, 311 North 15th Street, McAllen, Texas (956) 682-3481. TRD-9800558.

Middle Rio Grande Development Council, Middle Rio Grande Workforce Development Board, Procurement Ad Hoc Committee Meeting, met in emergency session, at 209 North Getty, Conference Room, Operation Office, Uvalde, January 16, 1998 at 2:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Leodoro Martinez, Jr., P.O. Box 1199, Carrizo Springs, Texas , 78834, (830) 876-1200. TRD-9800541.

Red River Authority of Texas, Board of Directors, met at Holiday Inn Holiday Inn and Suites, 401 Broad Street, Wichita Falls, January 21, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Ronald J. Glenn, 520 Hamilton Building, 900 Eighth Street, Wichita Falls, Texas 76301-6894, (940) 723-0855. TRD-9800575.

Scurry County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 2612 College Avenue, Snyder, January 20, 1998 at 8:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from L.R. Peveler, 2612 College Avenue, Snyder, Texas 79549, (915) 573-8549. TRD-9800543.