Office of the Attorney General
Texas Health and Safety Code, Texas Water Code and Texas Clean Air Act
Notice is hereby given by the State of Texas of the following proposed
resolution of an environmental enforcement lawsuit under the Texas Water Code.
Before the State may settle a judicial enforcement action under the Water
Code, the State shall permit the public to comment in writing on the proposed
judgment. The Attorney General will consider any written comments and may
withdraw or withhold consent to the proposed agreed judgment if the comments
disclose facts or considerations that indicate that the consent is inappropriate,
improper, inadequate, or inconsistent with the requirements of the Code.
Case Title and Court:
Harris County, Texas and
the State of Texas v. Juan DeAnda Individually and d/b/a Arrow Waste, and
J. D. Manufacturing, Inc., d/b/a Arrow Waste
, Cause No. 2004-01210,
in the 334th District Court, Travis County, Texas.
Nature of Defendant's Operations: Harris County filed suit against Juan
DeAnda and J. D. Manufacturing alleging that Defendants violated the Texas
Solid Waste Disposal Act and the Texas Water Code by storing, processing,
or disposing of municipal solid waste without a permit at two Houston, Texas
facilities.
Proposed Agreed Judgment: The Agreed Permanent Injunction and Final Judgment
is in favor of Harris County, Texas and the State of Texas in the amount of
Twenty Two Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($22,500.00), consisting of civil
penalties in the amount of Nineteen Thousand Two Hundred Fifty Dollars ($19,250.00)
and Three Thousand Two Hundred Fifty Dollars ($3,250.00) attorney's fees,
allocated as follows: Five Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy Five Dollars ($5,875.00)
to Harris County, Texas and Five Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy Five Dollars
($5,875.00) to the State of Texas for civil penalties; Two Thousand Two Hundred
Fifty Dollars ($2,250.00) to Harris County, Texas, and One Thousand Dollars
($1,000.00) to the State of Texas for attorney's fees; and Seven Thousand
Five Hundred Dollars ($7,500.00) deferred upon successfully complying with
the injunction provisions.
For a complete description of the proposed settlement, the complete proposed
Agreed Final Judgment and Permanent Injunction should be reviewed. Requests
for copies of the judgment, and written comments on the proposed settlement
should be directed to Anthony W. Benedict, Assistant Attorney General, Office
of the Texas Attorney General, P. O. Box 12548, Austin, Texas 78711-2548,
(512) 463-2012, facsimile (512) 320-0911. Written comments must be received
within 30 days of publication of this notice to be considered.
For information regarding this publication, contact
A.G. Younger, Agency Liaison, at (512) 463-2110.
TRD-200502101
Nancy S. Fuller
Assistant Attorney General
Office of the Attorney General
Filed: May 24, 2005
Notice is hereby given by the State of Texas of the following proposed
partial resolution of an environmental enforcement lawsuit under the Texas
Water Code. Before the State may settle a judicial enforcement action under
the Water Code, the State shall permit the public to comment in writing on
the proposed judgment. The Attorney General will consider any written comments
and may withdraw or withhold consent to the proposed agreed judgment if the
comments disclose facts or considerations that indicate that the consent is
inappropriate, improper, inadequate, or inconsistent with the requirements
of the Code.
Case Title and Court:
State of Texas v. Jackie
Duncan, individually and d/b/a Jackie's Water Company
, Cause No. GV401163,
in the 345th District Court, Travis County, Texas.
Nature of Defendant's Operations: Jackie Duncan owns and operates a public
drinking water system serving 30 - 50 connections near Carrizo Springs, Dimmitt
County, Texas. The TCEQ inspected the facility multiple times and identified
repeated administrative, operational, and structural problems. Defendant does
not have a certificate of convenience and necessity or tariff required for
utilities and has not filed a number of other required plans and documents.
The TCEQ issued an Agreed Order directing Jackie Duncan to implement corrective
actions and to pay an administrative penalty of $4,088. Ms. Duncan did not
implement any of the corrective actions and still owes $3,788 of the penalty.
Proposed Agreed Judgment: The Agreed Partial Judgment required Jackie Duncan
to pay the civil penalties in the amount of Twenty Two Thousand Five Hundred
Dollars ($22,500.00) plus payment of the Three Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty-Eight
Dollars ($3,788) unpaid administrative penalty, and attorney's fees in the
amount of Fifteen Thousand Dollars ($15,000.00).
For a complete description of the proposed settlement, the complete proposed
Agreed Final Judgment and Permanent Injunction should be reviewed. Requests
for copies of the judgment, and written comments on the proposed settlement
should be directed to Anthony W. Benedict, Assistant Attorney General, Office
of the Texas Attorney General, P. O. Box 12548, Austin, Texas 78711-2548,
(512) 463-2012, facsimile (512) 320-0911. Written comments must be received
within 30 days of publication of this notice to be considered.
For information regarding this publication, you
may contact A.G. Younger, Agency Liaison, at (512) 463-2110.
TRD-200502102
Nancy S. Fuller
Assistant Attorney General
Office of the Attorney General
Filed: May 24, 2005
Request for Proposals for Audit Services
The Ark-Tex Council of Governments (ATCOG) is soliciting proposals for
Audit Services. Potential respondents may obtain a copy of the request for
proposal by contacting Brenda Davis, Ark-Tex Council of Governments, P.O.
Box 5307, Texarkana, Texas 75505-5307, or call (903) 832-8636. The deadline
for proposal submission is Friday, August 5, 2005, at 4:00 p.m.
TRD-200502106
L.D. Williamson
Executive Director
Ark-Tex Council of Governments
Filed: May 25, 2005
Request for Proposal
The Texas Building and Procurement Commission (TBPC), on behalf of the
Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), announces the issuance of a
The deadline for questions is June 13, 2005 and the deadline for proposals
is June 17, 2005 at 3:00 P.M. The award date is June 24, 2005. TBPC reserves
the right to accept or reject any or all proposals submitted. TBPC is under
no legal or other obligation to execute a lease on the basis of this notice
or the distribution of a RFP. Neither this notice nor the RFP commits TBPC
to pay for any costs incurred prior to the award of a grant.
Parties interested in submitting a proposal may obtain information by contacting
TBPC Purchaser Kenneth Ming at (512) 463-2743. A copy of the RFP may be downloaded
from the Electronic State Business Daily at http://esbd.tbpc.state.tx.us/1380/bid_show.cfm?bidid=59098.
TRD-200502073
Kenneth Ming
Purchaser
Texas Building and Procurement Commission
Filed: May 24, 2005
Notice and Opportunity to Comment on Requests for Consistency Agreement/Concurrence Under the Texas Coastal Management Program
On January 10, 1997, the State of Texas received federal approval of the
Coastal Management Program (CMP) (62 Federal Register pp. 1439-1440). Under
federal law, federal agency activities and actions affecting the Texas coastal
zone must be consistent with the CMP goals and policies identified in 31 TAC
Chapter 501. Requests for federal consistency review were deemed administratively
complete for the following project(s) during the period of May 13, 2005, through
May 19, 2005. As required by federal law, the public is given an opportunity
to comment on the consistency of proposed activities in the coastal zone undertaken
or authorized by federal agencies. Pursuant to 31 TAC §§506.25,
506.32, and 506.41, the public comment period for these activities extends
30 days from the date published on the Coastal Coordination Council web site.
The notice was published on the web site on May 25, 2005. The public comment
period for these projects will close at 5:00 p.m. on June 24, 2005.
FEDERAL AGENCY ACTIONS:
Applicant: Petro-Guard Production, LLC
; Location:
The project is located in Espiritu Santo Bay from State Tract (ST) 210 in
Calhoun County, Texas. The project can be located on the U.S.G.S. quadrangle
map entitled: Pass Cavallo SW, Texas, Texas. Approximate UTM Coordinates in
NAD 27 (meters): Zone 14; Easting: 745826; Northing: 3139096. Project Description:
This project was initially permitted under Department of the Army (DA) Permit
11006(12)/065. DA Permit 11006 expired December 31, 2001. The applicant proposes
to install, operate, and maintain structures and equipment necessary for oil
and gas drilling, and production activities. Such activities include installation
of typical marine barges and keyways, shell and gravel pads, production structures
with attendant facilities, and flowlines. CCC Project No.: 05-0230-F1; Type
of Application: U.S.A.C.E. permit application #23686 is being evaluated under §10
of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C.A. §403) and §404
of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. §1344). Note: The consistency review
for this project may be conducted by the Texas Railroad Commission under §401
of the Clean Water Act.
Applicant: Petro-Guard Production, LLC
; Location:
The project is located in Espiritu Santo Bay from State Tract (ST) 215 in
Calhoun County, Texas. The project can be located on the U.S.G.S. quadrangle
map entitled: Pass Cavallo SW, Texas, Texas. Approximate UTM Coordinates in
NAD 27 (meters): Zone 14; Easting: 746272; Northing: 3137101. Project Description:
This project was initially permitted under Department of the Army (DA) Permit
11006(12)/062. DA Permit 11006 expired December 31, 2001. The applicant proposes
to install, operate, and maintain structures and equipment necessary for oil
and gas drilling, and production activities. Such activities include installation
of typical marine barges and keyways, shell and gravel pads, production structures
with attendant facilities, and flowlines. CCC Project No.: 05-0231-F1; Type
of Application: U.S.A.C.E. permit application #23686 is being evaluated under §10
of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C.A. §403) and §404
of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. §1344). Note: The consistency review
for this project may be conducted by the Texas Railroad Commission under §401
of the Clean Water Act.
Applicant: Joint Shoreline Stabilization Project
; Location: The project site is located in Galveston Bay, between 2002
and 2020 Todville Road, in Seabrook, Harris County, Texas. The project can
be located on the U.S.G.S. quadrangle map entitled: League City, Texas. Approximate
UTM Coordinates in NAD 27 (meters): Zone 15; Easting: 304911; Northing: 3272036.
Project Description: The applicant is requesting authorization to retain fill
material discharged into waters of the United States prior to obtaining a
Department of the Army permit. Approximately 1,300 cubic yards of broken concrete
riprap were placed atop existing riprap along a 335-foot-long stretch of eroded
shoreline. The riprap was placed an average of 30 feet seaward of the previous
shoreline. The project was necessary to reduce shoreline erosion and to prevent
future loss of property. No wetlands or vegetated shallows were impacted as
a result of the unauthorized activity. CCC Project No.: 05-0267-F1; Type of
Application: U.S.A.C.E. permit application #23773 is being evaluated under §10
of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C.A. §403) and §404
of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. §1344). Note: The consistency review
for this project may be conducted by the Texas Commission on Environmental
Quality under §401 of the Clean Water Act.
Applicant: Neumin Production Company
; Location:
The project is located in Lavaca Bay, in State Tract (ST) 36, Calhoun County,
Texas. The project can be located on the U.S.G.S. quadrangle map entitled:
Port Lavaca East, Texas. Approximate UTM Coordinates in NAD 27 (meters): Zone
14; Easting: 741088; Northing: 3166849. Project Description: The applicant
proposes to install, operate, and maintain structures and equipment necessary
for oil and gas drilling, production, and transportation activities for the
proposed ST 36 Well No.1. Such activities include installation of typical
marine barges and keyways, production structures with attendant facilities,
and flowlines. The project includes the installation of three, 1,377-foot,
2.5-inch diameter flowlines to a depth of -3 feet beneath the bay bottom by
jetting and/or plowing, and discharging approximately 918 cubic yards of material.
Water depth in the project area is approximately -8 feet MHW. CCC Project
No.: 05-0268-F1; Type of Application: U.S.A.C.E. permit application #23757
is being evaluated under §10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33
U.S.C.A. §403).
Applicant: West Gulf Marine, Inc.
; Location:
The project is located in State Tract (ST) 240 in Galveston Bay, at 6000 Harborside
Drive, City of Galveston, Galveston County, Texas. The project can be located
on the U.S.G.S. quadrangle map entitled: Galveston, Texas. Approximate UTM
Coordinates in NAD 27 (meters): Zone 15; Easting: 320300; Northing: 3242260.
Project Description: The applicant proposes to conduct (hydraulic) maintenance
dredging and new dredging with construction improvements at its existing marine
facilities site located at 6000 Harborside Drive, in ST 240 in Galveston Bay,
Galveston, Texas. Approximately 85,000 cubic yards will be maintenance dredged
within a proposed mooring area, including existing mooring areas, and a 2,425-foot
access channel to the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway.
The disposal site for the 85,000 cubic yards of maintenance dredge material
will be placed in an existing placement cell located on the applicant's upland
property immediately adjacent to the proposed work. In addition, approximately
9 acres (55,000 cubic yards) will be subject to new dredging to a depth of
13 feet below the mean low tide elevation. This new dredge material will be
placed in the existing disposal cell located on the project property. In addition,
4,000 cubic yards of separate fill material (broken concrete) will be used
to construct 2,000 linear feet of riprap along the existing shoreline. CCC
Project No.: 05-0270-F1; Type of Application: U.S.A.C.E. permit application
#15913(03) is being evaluated under §10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act
of 1899 (33 U.S.C.A. §403) and §404 of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. §1344).
Note: The consistency review for this project may be conducted by the Texas
Commission on Environmental Quality under §401 of the Clean Water Act.
Applicant: Neumin Production Company
; Location:
The project is located in Lavaca Bay, in State Tract (ST) 36, Calhoun County,
Texas. The project can be located on the U.S.G.S. quadrangle map entitled:
Port Lavaca East, Texas. Approximate UTM Coordinates in NAD 27 (meters): Zone
14; Easting: 741889; Northing: 3166389. Project Description: The applicant
proposes to install, operate and maintain structures and equipment necessary
for oil and gas drilling, production and transportation activities for the
proposed ST 36 Well No.2. Such activities include installation of typical
marine barges and keyways, production structures with attendant facilities,
and a flowline that extends from the proposed well to the proposed ST 36 No.3
Well. The project includes the installation of 1,513 feet of 2.5-inch diameter
flowline to a depth of -3 feet beneath the bay bottom by jetting and/or plowing,
and discharging approximately 336 cubic yards of material during the installation
process. Water depth in the project area is approximately -5.5 feet MHW. CCC
Project No.: 05-0272-F1; Type of Application: U.S.A.C.E. permit application
#23775 is being evaluated under §10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of
1899 (33 U.S.C.A. §403).
Applicant: Neumin Production Company
; Location:
The project is located in Lavaca Bay, in State Tract (ST) 36, Calhoun County,
Texas. The project can be located on the U.S.G.S. quadrangle map entitled:
Port Lavaca East, Texas. Approximate UTM Coordinates in NAD 27 (meters): Zone
14; Easting: 741482; Northing: 3166605. Project Description: The applicant
proposes to install, operate, and maintain structures and equipment necessary
for oil and gas drilling, production, and transportation activities for the
proposed ST 36 Well No.3. Such activities include installation of typical
marine barges and keyways, production structures with attendant facilities,
and a flowline that runs from the proposed well to an existing onshore facility.
The project includes the installation of two, 605-foot, 2.5-inch diameter
flowlines to a depth of -3 feet beneath the bay bottom by jetting and/or plowing,
and discharging approximately 268 cubic yards of material during the installation
process. Water depth in the project area is approximately -8 feet MHW. CCC
Project No.: 05-0273-F1; Type of Application: U.S.A.C.E. permit application
#23777 is being evaluated under §10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of
1899 (33 U.S.C.A. §403).
Applicant: Neumin Production Company
; Location:
The project is located in Lavaca Bay, in State Tract (ST) 36, Calhoun County,
Texas. The project can be located on the U.S.G.S. quadrangle map entitled:
Port Lavaca East, Texas. Approximate UTM Coordinates in NAD 27 (meters): Zone
14; Easting: 741503; Northing: 3166788. Project Description: The applicant
proposes to install, operate and maintain structures and equipment necessary
for oil and gas drilling, production and transportation activities for the
proposed ST 36 Well No.4. Such activities include installation of typical
marine barges and keyways, production structures with attendant facilities,
and a flowline that runs between the proposed well and the proposed ST 36
Well No. 4. The project includes the installation of a 14,919-foot, 6.0-inch
diameter flowline to a depth of -3 feet beneath the bay bottom by jetting
and/or plowing, and discharging approximately 3,315 cubic yards of material
during the installation process. Water depth in the project area is approximately
-8 feet MHW. CCC Project No.: 05-0274-F1; Type of Application: U.S.A.C.E.
permit application #23778 is being evaluated under §10 of the Rivers
and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C.A. §403).
Applicant: Dinosaur Oil and Gas Inc.
; Location:
The project is located in wetlands adjacent to a manmade canal system connected
to Mentzel Bayou, northwest of the intersection of Stewart Road and Spanish
Main Boulevard, in the Conquistador Gardens addition to the Spanish Grant
Subdivision in Galveston, Galveston County, Texas. The project can be located
on the U.S.G.S. quadrangle map entitled: Lake Como, Texas. Approximate UTM
Coordinates in NAD 27 (meters): Zone 15; Easting: 313349; Northing: 3234411.
Project Description: The applicant proposes to fill 2.54 acres of jurisdictional
wetlands for the development of seven 1-acre lots within an existing residential
housing community. The wetlands to be impacted are primarily mid to high marsh
dominated by saltgrass (Distichlis spicata), bushy sea-oxeye daisy (Borrichia
frutescens), hightide bush (Iva frutescens), Gulf cordgrass (Spartina spartinae),
and marshhay cordgrass (Spartina patens). A fringe of smooth cordgrass (Spartina
alterniflora) exists in the intertidal area adjacent to the canal.
The applicant proposes to dredge 3,910 cubic yards of material from within
the existing canal immediately in front of the proposed lots to raise the
grade of the lots and provide access to a depth of -8.0 feet mean sea level.
The lots are to be filled to an elevation of 5 feet above mean sea level (MSL)
in preparation of the lots for construction. Additional fill for raising the
elevation of the lots will be clean fill obtained from commercial sources.
The proposal includes the construction of 724 feet of bulkhead along the shoreline
and an additional 154 feet of bulkhead at the west end of the canal. The proposal
also includes the construction of 7 boathouses. Each of the boathouses is
720 square feet in plan view. To offset the proposed impacts, the applicant
proposes to contribute funds to the Nature Conservancy's Texas City Prairie
Preserve for the furtherance of a 65-acre prairie restoration project in wetlands
adjacent to Dickinson Bayou. CCC Project No.: 05-0275-F1; Type of Application:
U.S.A.C.E. permit application #22709(01) is being evaluated under §10
of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C.A. §403) and §404
of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. §1344).
Applicant: Genesis Producing Company
; Location:
The project is located in Galveston Bay, in the north half of State Tract
(ST) 222, approximately 7.7 miles west northwest of Smith Point, Chambers
County, Texas. The project can be located on the U.S.G.S. quadrangle map entitled:
Bacliff, Texas. Approximate UTM Coordinates in NAD 27 (meters): Zone 15; Easting:
317488; Northing: 3272036. Project Description: The applicant proposes to
install operate and maintain structures necessary for oil and gas drilling
activities within ST 222. Such activities include installation of typical
marine barges and keyways, shell and gravel pads, and production structures
with attendant facilities. The applicant will discharge no more than 3,500
cubic yards of fill for the shell/gravel pad, which will not raise the bottom
elevation more than 3 feet relative to the surrounding natural bottom elevation.
Water depth in the vicinity of the proposed ST 222 Well No.1 is -9 feet mean
low water. CCC Project No.: 05-0276-F1; Type of Application: U.S.A.C.E. permit
application #23747 is being evaluated under §10 of the Rivers and Harbors
Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C.A. §403) and §404 of the Clean Water Act (33
U.S.C.A. §1344). Note: The consistency review for this project may be
conducted by the Texas Railroad Commission under §401 of the Clean Water
Act.
Applicant: Genesis Producing Company
; Location:
The project is located in Galveston Bay, in the south half of State Tract
(ST) 205, approximately 8 miles west-northwest of Smith Point, Chambers County,
Texas. The project can be located on the U.S.G.S. quadrangle map entitled:
Bacliff, Texas. Approximate UTM Coordinates in NAD 27 (meters): Zone 15; Easting:
317321; Northing: 3272933. Project Description: The applicant proposes to
install operate and maintain structures necessary for oil and gas drilling
activities within ST 205. Such activities include installation of typical
marine barges and keyways, shell and gravel pads, and production structures
with attendant facilities. The applicant will discharge no more than 3,500
cubic yards of fill for the shell/gravel pad, which will not raise the bottom
elevation more than 3 feet relative to the surrounding natural bottom elevation.
Water depth in the vicinity of the proposed ST 205 Well No.1 is -9 feet mean
low water. CCC Project No.: 05-0277-F1; Type of Application: U.S.A.C.E. permit
application #23748 is being evaluated under §10 of the Rivers and Harbors
Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C.A. §403) and §404 of the Clean Water Act (33
U.S.C.A. §1344). Note: The consistency review for this project may be
conducted by the Texas Railroad Commission under §401 of the Clean Water
Act.
Applicant: ConocoPhillips Company
; Location:
The project is located in the San Bernard River at the ConocoPhillips barge
facility in Sweeney, Brazoria County, Texas. The project can be located on
the U.S.G.S. quadrangle map titled Sweeney, Texas. Approximate UTM Coordinates
in NAD 27 (meters): Zone 15; Easting: 238961; Northing: 3219333. Project Description:
The applicant proposes to perform mechanical maintenance dredging on an existing
barge slip to the originally permitted depth of 9.0 feet below mean low tide.
This maintenance cycle will remove 750 cubic yards of material and place it
in a contained upland disposal area. The applicant has also requested authorization
for 10 years of maintenance dredging. CCC Project No.: 05-0278-F1; Type of
Application: U.S.A.C.E. permit application #12692(02) is being evaluated under §10
of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C.A. §403).
Pursuant to §306(d)(14) of the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972
(16 U.S.C.A. §§1451-1464), as amended, interested parties are invited
to submit comments on whether a proposed action is or is not consistent with
the Texas Coastal Management Program goals and policies and whether the action
should be referred to the Coastal Coordination Council for review.
Further information on the applications listed above may be obtained from
Ms. Tammy Brooks, Program Specialist, Coastal Coordination Council, P.O. Box
12873, Austin, Texas 78711-2873, or tammy.brooks@glo.state.tx.us. Comments
should be sent to Ms. Brooks at the above address or by fax at (512) 475-0680.
TRD-200502074
Larry L. Laine
Chief Clerk/Deputy Land Commissioner, General Land Office
Coastal Coordination Council
Filed: May 24, 2005
Notice of Rate Ceilings
The Consumer Credit Commissioner of Texas has ascertained the following
rate ceilings by use of the formulas and methods described in Sections 303.003
and 303.009, Tex. Fin. Code.
The weekly ceiling as prescribed by Sections 303.003 and 303.009 for the
period of 05/30/05 - 06/05/05 is 18% for Consumer
1
/Agricultural/Commercial
The weekly ceiling as prescribed by Sections 303.003 and 303.009 for the
period of 05/30/05 - 06/05/05 is 18% for Commercial over $250,000.
1
Credit for personal, family or household
use.
2
Credit for business, commercial, investment
or other similar purpose.
TRD-200502072
Leslie L. Pettijohn
Commissioner
Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner
Filed: May 24, 2005
Draft Policy Advisory Opinion Regarding Water Quality Planning
The Texas Board of Professional Engineers is given authority to issue Advisory
Opinions under Subchapter M, Chapter 1001 of the Occupations Code (Texas Engineering
Practice Act). The Board is required to issue an advisory opinion about interpretations
of the Texas Engineering Practice Act in regard to a specific existing or
hypothetical factual situation if requested by a person and to respond to
that request within 180 days. Pursuant to that requirement, the Board hereby
presents the following Draft Policy Advisory Opinion regarding Water Quality
Planning. The Board, upon a written request to issue a Policy Advisory regarding
the engineering aspects of water quality planning projects, has developed
a stakeholder process to gather information from professional engineers and
consultants. The following Policy Advisory, "Policy Advisory Opinion Regarding
Water Quality Planning", was written using stakeholder comments and is being
posted here for public comment. The Texas Board of Professional Engineers
has not ratified the Policy Advisory Opinion as yet. Comments received during
the posting period will be considered for inclusion in the final version of
the Policy Advisory that will be presented to the Board for ratification during
a regularly scheduled meeting of the Texas Board of Professional Engineers.
Comments should be directed to:
Texas Board of Professional Engineers
1917 IH 35 South
Austin, Texas 78741
Attention: Policy Advisory Staff
Or by e-mail to: peboard@tbpe.state.tx.us
TRD-200502070
Dale Beebe Farrow, P.E.
Executive Director
Texas Board of Professional Engineers
Filed: May 24, 2005
March 28, 2005
Executive Summary:
Water quality planning
includes measurement/assessment activities and the design and/or implementation
of systems for the use of water. Many of the assessment and measurement activities
including TMDL (Total Maximum Daily Load) studies and biological assessments
are performed by qualified scientists. When engineering analysis or design
is required to implement a water use plan based on these studies, then professional
engineers are required to perform these implementation tasks. Specific activities
including feasibility studies, siting, performance monitoring and specification
and design of water treatment systems require professional engineering. Engineer
involvement is necessary for the implementation of water quality measures
through the construction of public works not exempted from the Texas Engineering
Practice Act (Act) and in the design of engineered water quality measures
for private works not exempted by the Act.
Background:
This policy advisory is intended
to better define when the services of a Texas licensed professional engineer
are required to perform specific tasks associated with water quality planning
projects. Water quality planning involves the work of engineers and other
professionals, (for example, geoscientists, biologists, chemists). The technical
portion of water quality planning projects can be divided into two phases,
assessment/measurement and implementation. Measurement/assessment activities
involve the actual sampling of water bodies and pollution sources and simulations
to illustrate how the pollution sources affect the water body. Assessment
includes the definition of the planning area and the analysis of pertinent
studies and simulations already completed and the recommendation that further
studies need to be performed. Usually, these assessment activities are performed
by non-engineers. In the assessment stage of a project, recommendations are
frequently made regarding water treatment options. A recommendation, in itself,
is not an exclusive engineering activity. For example, a study may reveal
that the concentration of a specific material exceeds a published guideline
and would recommend that water treatment is necessary to remove the material.
This type of non-specific recommendation is not engineering. Engineering would
be involved in the design of the water treatment system and any testing or
modeling required to design the engineered water treatment system would need
to be supervised by a professional engineer.
Water Quality Planning Activities that Require Professional
Engineers
(1) Feasibility studies regarding engineered water quality control measures,
treatment technologies and treatment plants.
(2) Siting of engineered water quality management measures.
(3) Monitoring and evaluation of engineered water quality measures for
assessment or adjustment of functional processes.
(4)Specification of engineered water treatment technologies.
In addition to these specific tasks, Texas licensed engineers are required
to prepare the specifications, designs and perform construction monitoring
of public works projects not exempted by the Act. Licensed professional engineers
are required to perform the design of the listed activities for private works
not exempted by the Act.
TRD-200502071
Dale Beebe Farrow, P.E.
Executive Director
Texas Board of Professional Engineers
Filed: May 24, 2005
Enforcement Orders
An agreed order was entered regarding City of Eustace, Docket No. 2003-0334-MWD-E
on May 16, 2005 assessing $19,680 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Carolyn Lind, Enforcement Coordinator at (903) 535-5145, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Hood County Utilities, Inc., Docket
No. 2003-1442-MWD-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $11,110 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Brian Lehmkuhle, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-4482, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding City of Alpine, Docket No. 2003-0069-MWD-E
on May 16, 2005 assessing $11,440 in administrative penalties with $2,288
deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Cari Bing, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-1445, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Star Tex Gasoline & Oil Distributors
Inc. dba Star Trac 1, Docket No. 2003-0781-PST-E on May 16, 2005 assessing
$5,200 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Laurencia Fasoyiro, Staff Attorney at (713) 422-8914, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding City of Pasadena, Docket No. 2003-1017-MWD-E
on May 16, 2005 assessing $234,500 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Mike Meyer, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-4492, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Choice Oil & Development, Inc.
dba Oak Grove Food Mart, Docket No. 2004-0404-PST-E on May 16, 2005 assessing
$13,340 in administrative penalties with $2,668 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Jorge Ibarra, P.E., Enforcement Coordinator at (817) 588-5890, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding City of Joaquin, Docket No. 2004-0524-MWD-E
on May 16, 2005 assessing $8,181 in administrative penalties with $1,636 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Daniel Siringi, Enforcement Coordinator at (409) 899-8799, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Alan Black and Yolanda Black dba
Blacks Construction and Caliche Pit, Docket No. 2004-0553-MSW-E on May 18,
2005 assessing $3,750 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Xavier Guerra, Staff Attorney at (210) 403-4016, Texas Commission on Environmental
Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Jim Strong dba Papa's Market, Docket
No. 2004-0597-PST-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $4,500 in administrative penalties
with $900 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Chad Blevins, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-6017, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding City of Elkhart, Docket No. 2004-0673-MWD-E
on May 17, 2005 assessing $33,325 in administrative penalties with $33,325
deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Sandy VanCleave, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-0667, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Faulkey Gully MUD, Docket No. 2004-0705-MWD-E
on May 17, 2005 assessing $9,590 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Jorge Ibarra, Enforcement Coordinator at (817) 588-5890, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding CA New Plan Floating Rate Partnership
L.P., Docket No. 2004-0784-MWD-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $950 in administrative
penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Catherine Albrecht, Enforcement Coordinator at (713) 767-3672, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Johnny Bailey dba Bailey's Pump Service,
Docket No. 2004-0786-PST-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $13,200 in administrative
penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Sandy VanCleave, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-0667, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding City of Splendora, Docket No. 2004-0812-MWD-E
on May 16, 2005 assessing $13,100 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Catherine Albrecht, Enforcement Coordinator at (713) 767-3672, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Walden Woods Company, Docket No.
2004-0865-MWD-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $11,220 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Ashley Kever, Staff Attorney at (512) 239-2987, Texas Commission on Environmental
Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Texas Department of Transportation,
Docket No. 2004-0976-MWD-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $9,250 in administrative
penalties with $1.850 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
David Van Soest, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-0468, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Brink's Home Security, Inc., Docket
No. 2004-1001-PST-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $5,500 in administrative penalties
with $1,100 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Cheryl Thompson, Enforcement Coordinator at (817) 588-5886, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Lucky Lady Oil Company dba Super
Lucky Lady 2, Docket No. 2004-1021-PST-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $2,480
in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Chris Friesenhahn, Enforcement Coordinator at (210) 403-4077, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Sheridan Water Supply Corporation,
Docket No. 2004-1023-PWS-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $976 in administrative
penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Elvia Maske, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-0789, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding City of Hallsville, Docket No. 2004-1028-MWD-E
on May 16, 2005 assessing $1,950 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Suzanne Walrath, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2134, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Shirley Creek Marina, Inc., Docket
No. 2004-1051-MWD-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $5,100 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Laurie Eaves, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-4495, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding I I M A Corporation dba Wichita Texaco,
Docket No. 2004-1054-PST-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $2,850 in administrative
penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Jill Reed, P.E., Enforcement Coordinator at (432) 570-1359, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Apache Stone Quarry, Inc., Docket
No. 2004-1078-WQ-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $10,000 in administrative penalties
with $2,000 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Ronnie Kramer, Enforcement Coordinator at (806) 468-0512, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Vina R. Patel dba Glad Mart 1, Docket
No. 2004-1094-PST-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $1,600 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Terry Murphy, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-5025, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding City of Kirvin, Docket No. 2004-1100-PWS-E
on May 16, 2005 assessing $3,235 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Elvia Maske, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-0789, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Tecon Water Company, L.P. dba Cherokee
Shores Water Supply and Granbury Acres Water System, Docket No. 2004-1101-PWS-E
on May 16, 2005 assessing $7,390 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Cari Bing, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-1445, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Russell S. Robinson, Jr., Docket
No. 2004-1104-WOC-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $375 in administrative penalties
with $75 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
John Barry, Enforcement Coordinator at (409) 899-8781, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding David Dominguez dba D's One Stop,
Docket No. 2004-1163-PST-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $1,600 in administrative
penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Rebecca Clausewitz, Enforcement Coordinator at (210) 403-4012, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Cornelius Motor Sales, Inc., Docket
No. 2004-1170-PST-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $950 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Cari Bing, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-1445, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Moffett Twin Oaks Mobile Home Property
Trust, Docket No. 2004-1204-MWD-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $7,080 in administrative
penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Cheryl Thompson, Enforcement Coordinator at (817) 588-5886, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Jose Galarza dba Laureles Grocery,
Docket No. 2004-1207-PST-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $1,050 in administrative
penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Harvey Wilson, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-0321, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding City of Pittsburg, Docket No. 2004-1228-MWD-E
on May 16, 2005 assessing $3,975 in administrative penalties with $795 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Merrilee Hupp, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-4490, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Asarco Incorporated, Docket No. 2004-1254-UIC-E
on May 16, 2005 assessing $3,125 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Cheryl Thompson, Enforcement Coordinator at (817) 588-5886, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Jerry Chambers dba Joes Quick Stop
2, Docket No. 2004-1283-PST-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $10,800 in administrative
penalties with $2,160 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Kent Heath, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-4575, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Inayat's, Inc. dba Stop & Shop,
Docket No. 2004-1306-PST-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $2,520 in administrative
penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Joseph Daley, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-3308, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Groendyke Transport, Inc., Docket
No. 2004-1316-PST-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $2,500 in administrative penalties
with $500 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Catherine Albrecht, Enforcement Coordinator at (713) 767-3672, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Eric Cornelius dba Cornelius Oil
Co., Docket No. 2004-1345-PST-E on May 17, 2005 assessing $450 in administrative
penalties with $90 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Erika Fair, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-6673, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Red River Authority of Texas, Docket
No. 2004-1354-PWS-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $333 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Lori Thompson, Enforcement Coordinator at (903) 535-5116, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding City of Bryan, Docket No. 2004-1372-MWD-E
on May 16, 2005 assessing $2,225 in administrative penalties with $445 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Suzanne Walrath, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2134, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Louisiana Chicken Food Mart, Inc.
dba Louisiana Chicken Food Mart, Docket No. 2004-1385-PST-E on May 16, 2005
assessing $2,400 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Jorge Ibarra, Enforcement Coordinator at (817) 588-5890, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Akber Ali dba Best Stop Food Mart,
Docket No. 2004-1417-PST-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $1,900 in administrative
penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Cari Bing, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-1445, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding North Orange Water & Sewer, LLC,
Docket No. 2004-1440-MWD-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $7,680 in administrative
penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Jorge Ibarra, Enforcement Coordinator at (817) 588-5890, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Arif Jindani dba Alvin Food Mart,
Docket No. 2004-1501-PST-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $2,400 in administrative
penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Cari Bing, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-1445, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Michael R. Silvertooth dba Silvers
STore & Motel, Docket No. 2004-1515-PST-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $2,140
in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Clair Lyons, Staff Attorney at (512) 239-6996, Texas Commission on Environmental
Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Adan R. OCampo dba Adam Auto Service,
Docket No. 2004-1599-PST-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $2,910 in administrative
penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Harvey Wilson, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-0321, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Kaye Weeks dba Bert & Kayes Exxon,
Docket No. 2004-1616-PST-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $1,050 in administrative
penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Steven Lopez, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-1896, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Dana Marley dba Antoine Grocery,
Docket No. 2004-1924-PST-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $1,050 in administrative
penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Jill McNew, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-0560, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
A default order was entered regarding James O. Teague, Docket No. 2003-1408-MLM-E
on May 16, 2005 assessing $5,250 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Barbara Klein, Staff Attorney at (512) 239-1320, Texas Commission on Environmental
Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Acme Brick Company, Docket No. 2003-1492-AIR-E
on May 16, 2005 assessing $10,100 in administrative penalties with $2.020
deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Pam Campbell, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-4493, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Acacia Natural Gas Corporation, Docket
No. 2003-1335-AIR-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $3,130 in administrative penalties
with $626 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Brian Lehmkuhle, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-4482, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding R. J. Smelley Company, Inc., Docket
No. 2001-0169-AGR-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $25,500 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Barbara Klein, Staff Attorney at (512) 239-1320, Texas Commission on Environmental
Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Larry Ratliff, Inc., Docket No. 2004-0942-MLM-E
on May 16, 2005 assessing $20,000 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Barbara Klein, Staff Attorney at (512) 239-1320, Texas Commission on Environmental
Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Gerard Van Kooten dba Van Kooten
Dairy Farm, Docket No. 2004-0999-AGR-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $4,815 in
administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Judy Kluge, Enforcement Coordinator at (817) 588-5825, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Tamminga Family Partnership, LTD
dba Tamminga Dairy Farm, Docket No. 2004-0916-AGR-E on May 16, 2005 assessing
$3,360 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Cheryl Thompson, Enforcement Coordinator at (817) 588-5886, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding K & K Langham, LTD., Docket No.
2004-0451-AIR-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $2,500 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Kensley Greuter, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2520, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Oxy USA WTP LP, Docket No. 2004-1255-AIR-E
on May 16, 2005 assessing $2,425 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Ronnie Kramer, Enforcement Coordinator at (806) 468-0512, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Kinder Morgan Production Company
LP, Docket No. 2004-1047-AIR-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $5,000 in administrative
penalties with $1,000 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Jaime Garza, Enforcement Coordinator at (956) 430-6030, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding ConocoPhillips Company, Docket No.
2004-0704-AIR-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $116,725 in administrative penalties
with $23,345 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Ronnie Kramer, Enforcement Coordinator at (806) 468-0512, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Albemarle Corporation, Docket No.
2004-0941-IHW-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $3,625 in administrative penalties
with $725 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Rebecca Johnson, Enforcement Coordinator at (713) 767-3624, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Quest Chemical Corporation, Docket
No. 2004-1453-IHW-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $6,750 in administrative penalties
with $1,350 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Laura Clark, Enforcement Coordinator at (409) 899-8760, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Duco, Inc., Docket No. 2004-1648-IWD-E
on May 16, 2005 assessing $4,200 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Erika Fair, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-6673, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Maverick Tube, L.P., Docket No. 2004-0995-IWD-E
on May 16, 2005 assessing $11,050 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Catherine Albrecht, Enforcement Coordinator at (713) 767-3672, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Allied Waste Systems, Inc. dba Trinity
Waste Services, Docket No. 2004-1205-MSW-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $250
in administrative penalties with $50 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Thomas Greimel, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-5690, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Cypress 4F Cattle & Ranch, LTD.,
Docket No. 2004-1418-EAQ-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $4,500 in administrative
penalties with $900 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Cari Bing, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-1445, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Lower Colorado River Authority, Docket
No. 2004-1494-EAQ-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $20,250 in administrative penalties
with $4,050 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Cari Bing, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-1445, Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Century Park Apartments Limited Partnership
dba Century Park Apartments, Docket No. 2004-0782-EAQ-E on May 16, 2005 assessing
$3,750 in administrative penalties with $750 deferred.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Chris Friesenhahm, Enforcement Coordinator at (210) 403-4077, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding San Angelo Packing Company, Inc.,
Docket No. 2004-1081-AIR-E on May 16, 2005 assessing $1,070 in administrative
penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Edward Moderow, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2680, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding City of Brazoria, Docket No. 2004-0504-MWD-E
on May 23, 2005 assessing $12,737 in administrative penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Catherine Albrecht, Enforcement Coordinator at (713) 767-3672, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Military Highway Water Supply Corporation,
Docket No. 2004-0758-WQ-E on May 23, 2005 assessing $3,300 in administrative
penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Chris Friesenhahn, Enforcement Coordinator at (210) 403-4077, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was entered regarding Patrick Dale Sudderth dba Smitty's
Drive In, Docket No. 2004-1043-PST-E on May 23, 2005 assessing $1,640 in administrative
penalties.
Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting
Trina Grieco, Enforcement Coordinator at (210) 403-4006, Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
TRD-200502109
LaDonna Castañuela
Chief Clerk
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: May 25, 2005
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ or commission) staff
is providing an opportunity for written public comment on the listed Agreed
Orders (AOs) in accordance with Texas Water Code (TWC), §7.075. Section
7.075 requires that before the commission may approve the AOs, the commission
shall allow the public an opportunity to submit written comments on the proposed
AOs. Section 7.075 requires that notice of the opportunity to comment must
be published in the
Texas Register
no later
than the 30th day before the date on which the public comment period closes,
which in this case is
July 5, 2005
. Section
7.075 also requires that the commission promptly consider any written comments
received and that the commission may withdraw or withhold approval of an AO
if a comment discloses facts or considerations that the consent is inappropriate,
improper, inadequate, or inconsistent with the requirements of the statutes
and rules within the commission's orders and permits issued in accordance
with the commission's regulatory authority. Additional notice of changes to
a proposed AO is not required to be published if those changes are made in
response to written comments.
A copy of each proposed AO is available for public inspection at both the
commission's central office, located at 12100 Park 35 Circle, Building A,
3rd Floor, Austin, Texas 78753, (512) 239-3400 and at the applicable regional
office listed as follows. Comments about an AO should be sent to the attorney
designated for the AO at the commission's central office at P.O. Box 13087,
MC 175, Austin, Texas 78711-3087 and must be
received
by 5:00 p.m. on July 5, 2005
. Comments may also be sent by facsimile
machine to the attorney at (512) 239-3434. The designated attorney is available
to discuss the AO and/or the comment procedure at the listed phone number;
however, §7.075 provides that comments on an AO should be submitted to
the commission in
writing
.
(1) COMPANY: Charles Engle dba Fabens Oil Company dba Freeway Exxon; DOCKET
NUMBER: 2004-1553-PST-E; TCEQ ID NUMBERS: 22318 and RN100819259; LOCATION:
7450 Gateway Boulevard East, El Paso, El Paso County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY:
convenience store with retail sales of gasoline; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §334.48(c),
by failing to conduct effective manual or automatic inventory control procedure
for the underground storage tank (UST) system regardless of the chosen method
of release detection; 30 TAC §334.50(b)(1)(A) and (d)(1)(B)(ii) and TWC, §26.3475(c)(1),
by failing to reconcile inventory control records; 30 TAC §334.50(b)(1)(A),
(d)(4)(A)(ii), and TWC, §26.3475(c)(1), by failing to put the automatic
tank gauge into test mode once per month; 30 TAC §334.50(b)(1)(A) and
(2)(A)(i)(II), and TWC, §26.3475(c)(1), by failing to have the line leak
detectors tested 12 months after the previous annual test; and 30 TAC §334.10(b),
and TWC, §26.3475(c)(1), by failing to maintain records to demonstrate
compliance with the corrosion protection testing requirements; PENALTY: $4,920;
STAFF ATTORNEY: Courtney St. Julian, Litigation Division, MC 175, (512) 239-0617;
REGIONAL OFFICE: El Paso Regional Office, 401 East Franklin Avenue, Suite
560, El Paso, Texas 79901-1206, (915) 834-4949.
(2) COMPANY: Coastal Transport Co., Inc.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2003-0246-PST-E;
TCEQ ID NUMBER: RN102605284; LOCATION: 12953 Montana, El Paso, El Paso County,
Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: fuel distribution; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §334.5(b)(1)(A),
by failing to observe that the owner or operator of the facility had a valid,
current delivery certificate issued by the TCEQ covering the UST system at
the facility prior to depositing a regulated substance into that UST system;
PENALTY: $1,200; STAFF ATTORNEY: Alfred Okpohworho, Litigation Division, MC
R-12, (713) 422-8918; REGIONAL OFFICE: El Paso Regional Office, 401 East Franklin
Avenue, Suite 560, El Paso, Texas 79901-1206, (915) 834-4949.
(3) COMPANY: Heel Rite of Texas, Inc.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2004-0034-AIR-E;
TCEQ ID NUMBERS: EE2097L and RN103086864; LOCATION: 9811 Carnegie Avenue,
El Paso, El Paso County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: heel manufacturing; RULES
VIOLATED: 30 TAC §116.110(a)(1) and Texas Health and Safety Code (THSC), §382.085(b)
and §382.0518(a), by failing to obtain a new source review operating
permit prior to the start of the operation and by continuing to operate a
heel manufacturing plant which emitted contaminants into the air without authorization;
30 TAC §122.121 and §122.130, and TWC, §382.054 and §382.085(b),
by failing to obtain a Title V Federal Operating Permit prior to the start
of its plant operations; and 30 TAC §101.10(a)(3) and THSC, §382.085(b),
by failing to submit the required emission inventories and related data; PENALTY:
$1,200; STAFF ATTORNEY: Gitanjali Yadav, Litigation Division, MC 175, (512)
239-2029; REGIONAL OFFICE: El Paso Regional Office, 401 East Franklin Avenue,
Suite 560, El Paso, Texas 79901-1206, (915) 834-4949.
(4) COMPANY: Jenkins Management L.L.C. dba Dr. Gleem Car Wash; DOCKET NUMBER:
2003-0912-PST-E; TCEQ ID NUMBERS: 6962 and RN100918259; LOCATION: 3103 Ella
Boulevard, Houston, Harris County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: car wash with
retail sales of gasoline; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §37.815(a) and (b),
by failing to demonstrate acceptable financial assurance for taking corrective
action and for compensating third parties for bodily injury and property damage
caused by accidental releases arising from the operation of petroleum USTs;
PENALTY: $2,160; STAFF ATTORNEY: Mary Clair Lyons, Litigation Division, MC
175, (512) 239-6996; REGIONAL OFFICE: Houston Regional Office, 5425 Polk Avenue,
Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1486, (713) 767-3500.
(5) COMPANY: Jinnah Enterprise Corporation dba Kwik Mart #3; DOCKET NUMBER:
2003-0849-PST-E; TCEQ ID NUMBERS: 23452 and RN101444172; LOCATION: 2525 East
Belknap, Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: gas station;
RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §37.815(a) and (b), by failing to demonstrate
acceptable financial assurance for taking corrective action and for compensating
third parties for bodily injury and property damage caused by accidental releases
arising from the operation of petroleum USTs; PENALTY: $2,910; STAFF ATTORNEY:
Benjamin Joseph de Leon, Litigation Division, MC 175, (512) 239-6939; REGIONAL
OFFICE: Dallas-Fort Worth Regional Office, 2309 Gravel Drive, Fort Worth,
Texas 76118-6951, (817) 588-5800.
(6) COMPANY: La Moderna, Inc.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2003-1355-MLM-E; TCEQ ID
NUMBERS: 31695, EE1147F, and RN100820703; LOCATION: 14600 Montana Avenue,
El Paso, El Paso County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: convenience store with retail
sales of gasoline; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §334.50(d)(9) and (d)(1)(B)(ii),
by failing to conduct proper release detection and effective inventory control
procedures; 30 TAC §334.49(c)(2)(C) and TWC, §26.3475(d), by failing
to inspect the rectifier and other components at least once every 60 days;
30 TAC §334.10(b)(2)(B)(vii), by failing to maintain all records and
make the records available during the inspection; and 30 TAC §114.100(a)
and THSC, §382.085(b), by selling gasoline for use as a motor fuel in
El Paso County with an oxygen content lower than 2.7% by weight; PENALTY:
$17,100; STAFF ATTORNEY: Barbara L. Klein, Litigation Division, MC 175, (512)
239-1320; REGIONAL OFFICE: El Paso Regional Office, 401 East Franklin Avenue,
Suite 560, El Paso, Texas 79901-1206, (915) 834-4949.
(7) COMPANY: Lake Whitney Development Company, L.L.C. dba Jac's One Stop;
DOCKET NUMBER: 2004-1822-PST-E; TCEQ ID NUMBERS: 34483 and RN101664803; LOCATION:
439 Farm-to-Market Road (FM) 2604, Whitney, Hill County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY:
convenience store with retail sales of gasoline; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §37.815(a)
and (b), by failing to provide acceptable financial assurance for taking corrective
action and for compensating third parties for bodily injury and property damage
caused by accidental releases arising from the operation of petroleum USTs;
and 30 TAC §334.22(a), by failing to pay UST annual and late fees; PENALTY:
$4,200; STAFF ATTORNEY: Barbara J. Watson, Litigation Division, MC 175, (512)
239-2044; REGIONAL OFFICE: Waco Regional Office, 6801 Sanger Avenue, Suite
2500, Waco, Texas 76710-7826, (254) 751-0335.
(8) COMPANY: M and Y Corporation dba Texaco Metro Mart; DOCKET NUMBER:
2004-0172-PST-E; TCEQ ID NUMBERS: 43429 and RN101557270; LOCATION: 508 East
Byron Nelson Boulevard, Roanoke, Denton County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: convenience
store with retail sales of gasoline; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §334.50(b)(2)
and (b)(2)(A)(i)(III) and TWC, §26.3475, by failing to provide proper
release detection for the pressurized piping associated with the UST systems
and by failing to test a line leak detector at least once per year for performance
and operational reliability; 30 TAC §115.246(5) and THSC, §382.085(b),
by failing to maintain a record of the results of testing conducted at the
facility; and 30 TAC §115.245(2) and THSC, §382.085(b), by failing
to verify proper operation of the Stage II equipment at least once every 12
months; PENALTY: $3,600; STAFF ATTORNEY: Barbara J. Watson, Litigation Division,
MC 175, (512) 239-2044; REGIONAL OFFICE: Dallas-Fort Worth Regional Office,
2309 Gravel Drive, Fort Worth, Texas 76118-6951, (817) 588-5800.
(9) COMPANY: Monte Cole dba Coles One Stop; DOCKET NUMBER: 2003-1108-PST-E;
TCEQ ID NUMBERS: 28211 and RN101382190; LOCATION: 1022 West Commerce Street,
Fairfield, Freestone County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: convenience store with
retail sales of gasoline; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §37.815(a) and (b),
by failing to demonstrate acceptable financial assurance for taking corrective
action and for compensating third parties for bodily injury and property damage
caused by accidental releases arising from the operation of petroleum USTs;
PENALTY: $2,850; STAFF ATTORNEY: Alfred Okpohworho, Litigation Division, MC
R-12, (713) 422-8918; REGIONAL OFFICE: Waco Regional Office, 6801 Sanger Avenue,
Suite 2500, Waco, Texas 76710-7826, (254) 751-0335.
(10) COMPANY: North Texas Municipal Water District; DOCKET NUMBER: 2002-0772-MWD-E;
TCEQ ID NUMBERS: 12446-001, 14008-001, 10384-001, 11783-001, 11894-001, TX0088633,
and RN102095585; LOCATIONS: FM 317, Lucas; 806 Alanis Drive, Wylie; 428 Skyline
Drive, Murphy, Collin County; Fourth Army Memorial Drive, Frisco, Denton County;
and approximately 3/4 of a mile east of FM 740 and 3/4 of a mile northeast
of FM 549, Rockwall County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment
plant; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §315.1, §305.125(1), Texas Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) Permit Number 12446-001, Contributing
Industries and Pretreatment Requirements, 1.a., 40 Code of Federal Regulations
(CFR) §403.8(f)(1), (2)(I), and (6), and the Standard Operational Procedures
(SOP) Section of 2.I.B. of the Multi-Jurisdictional Agreement (MJA), by failing
to produce an inventory of all industrial users (IUs) located in the cities
contained in the approved program; 30 TAC §315.1, §305.125(1), TPDES
Permit Number 12446-001, Contributing Industries and Pretreatment Requirements,
1.d., 40 CFR §403.8(f)(1), and Section 2.II.D. SOP of the MJA, by failing
to renew the MJA for the City of Allen; 30 TAC §315.1, §305.125(1),
TPDES Permit Number 012446-001, Contributing Industries and Pretreatment Requirements,
1., 40 CFR §403.8(f)(1)(v) and (5), and the Enforcement Response Guide
(ERG), Time Frame for Responses, 1, by failing to inspect, survey, and monitor
the IUs to ensure that they were compliant with pretreatment standards; 30
TAC §315.1, §305.125(1), TPDES Permit Number 12446-001, Contributing
Industries and Pretreatment Requirements, 1, 40 CFR §403.12(1), §403.8(f)(2)(iv)
and (vi) and (5), SOP Section 2.III.C.4., and the ERG, Time Frame for Responses,
1 and 2, by failing to analyze reports for completeness and accuracy and failing
to collect information with sufficient care to produce evidence admissible
in enforcement proceedings or judicial actions; 30 TAC §315.1, §305.125(1),
TPDES Permit Number 12446-001, Contributing Industries and Pretreatment Requirements,
1.d., and 40 CFR §403.8(f)(1)(iii)(B), by failing to ensure that the
IUs permit included a requirement that the permit be provided to a new owner/operator
prior to a change in the owner/operator; 30 TAC §305.125(1) and (5),
TPDES Permit Number 12446-001, Final Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Requirements
Number 1, and TWC, §26.121(a), by failing to comply with certain permitted
limits; 30 TAC §315.1, §305.125(1), TPDES Permit Number 14008-001,
Contributing Industries and Pretreatment Requirements, 1.g., 40 CFR §403.8(f)(1),
and the SOP Section 1(I) and 2(II)(C), by issuing a permit which included
the legal citation for the City of Frisco Ordinance 94-09-04; 30 TAC §315.1, §305.125(1),
TPDES Permit Number 14008-001, Contributing Industries and Pretreatment Requirements,
1.b., 40 CFR §403.8(f)(1)(v), and the SOP Section 2.I.B., by failing
to identify and locate all possible IUs within jurisdictions discharging to
the Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW) and to make the compilation, index,
or inventory available to the approval authority upon demand; 30 TAC §315.1, §305.125(1),
TPDES Permit Number 14008-001, Contributing Industries and Pretreatment Requirements,
1., 40 CFR §403.8(f)(5), the SOP Section 2.III.A.1., and the ERG, Time
for Responses, 1, by failing to enforce their ERG by not issuing notice of
violations (NOVs) for failure to submit the results of the self-monitoring
events; 30 TAC §315.1, §305.125(1), TPDES Permit Number 14008-001,
Contributing Industries and Pretreatment Requirements, 1., 40 CFR §403.8(f)(1)
and the SOP Section 2.II.D., by failing to renew the MJA contained in the
approved program; 30 TAC §315.1, §305.125(1), Permit Number 10384-001,
Contributing Industries and Pretreatment Requirements, 1., 40 CFR §403.8(f)(2)(I)
and (6) and the SOP Section 2.I.B., by failing to identify and locate all
possible IUs within the jurisdiction to make the compilation, index, or inventory
available to the approval authority upon demand; and 30 TAC §315.1, §305.125(1),
Permit Number 10384-001, Contributing Industries and Pretreatment Requirements,
1. and 3., 40 CFR §403.8(f)(2)(v), and the SOP Section 2.III.B., by failing
to identify, independent of information supplied by IUs, occasional and continued
noncompliance with pretreatment standards; PENALTY: $203,185; STAFF ATTORNEY:
James Sallans, Litigation Division, MC 175, (512) 239-2053; REGIONAL OFFICE:
Dallas-Fort Worth Regional Office, 2309 Gravel Drive, Fort Worth, Texas 76118-6951,
(817) 588-5800.
(11) COMPANY: Southwood Estates, Inc.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2001-1422-MWD-E;
TCEQ ID NUMBER: 12780-001; LOCATION: approximately 1,900 feet north of State
Highway 6 and two miles east of the intersection of State Highway 6 and State
Highway 288 near Manvel, Brazoria County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater
treatment; RULES VIOLATED: TCEQ Agreed Order, Docket Number 1998-0219-MWD-E,
Ordering Provisions 2.c. - 2.g., by failing to properly operate and maintain
all facilities and systems of treatment and control which are installed or
used to achieve compliance with the permit conditions; 30 TAC §305.125(1)
and (5), by failing to prevent the unauthorized discharge of wastewater from
the northwest corner of the aeration basin; 30 TAC §305.125(1) and §319.7(d),
and TPDES Permit Number 12780-001, Monitoring and Reporting Requirements,
1., by failing to submit discharge monitoring reports by the 20th day of the
following month; 30 TAC §305.125(1) and TPDES Permit Number 12780-001,
Requirements Applying to All Sewage Sludge Disposed in a Municipal Solid Waste
Landfill G, by failing to submit an annual sludge report; and 30 TAC §305.125(1),
by failing to comply with permitted effluent limits; PENALTY: $31,350; STAFF
ATTORNEY: Benjamin Joseph de Leon, Litigation Division, MC 175, (512) 239-6939;
REGIONAL OFFICE: Houston Regional Office, 5425 Polk Avenue, Suite H, Houston,
Texas 77023-1486, (713) 767-3500.
(12) COMPANY: Triangle Business, Inc. dba Honey Stop 22; DOCKET NUMBER:
2003-1224-PST-E; TCEQ ID NUMBERS: 37328 and RN101876936; LOCATION: 3680 Highland
Avenue, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: convenience store
with retail sales of gasoline; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §334.48(c), by
failing to conduct inventory control for the UST system; 30 TAC §334.51(b)(2)(C)
and TWC, §26.3475(c)(2), by failing to install an overfill prevention
device; 30 TAC §334.50(b)(1)(A), (2)(A)(i)(III), and TWC, §26.3475(a)
and (c)(1), by failing to provide release detection for the UST system; 30
TAC §334.7(d)(3), by failing to amend, update, or change the registration
information regarding the USTs within 30 days from the date of the occurrence
of the change or addition; 30 TAC §334.8(c)(5)(C), by failing to provide
a clear and legible tag, label, or marking on each UST that is permanently
applied upon or affixed to a non-removable point in the immediate area of
the fill tube with an UST identification number that is identical to the UST
identification number listed on the UST registration form filed with the commission;
30 TAC §334.72(2), by failing to report within 24 hours unusual operating
conditions; 30 TAC §334.77(a)(1), by failing to conduct initial abatement
procedures to remove as much of the regulated substance from a UST system
to prevent further release; 30 TAC §115.245(2) and THSC, §382.085(b),
by failing to successfully perform Stage II testing at least once every 12
months; 30 TAC §115.246(3) and (5) and THSC, §382.085(b), by failing
to maintain records of any Stage II maintenance and Stage II test results;
and 30 TAC §115.248(1) and THSC, §382.085(b), by failing to designate
a station representative to receive training and instruction on the correct
operation and maintenance of the Stage II equipment; PENALTY: $17,100; STAFF
ATTORNEY: Lindsay Andrus, Litigation Division, MC 175, (512) 239-4761; REGIONAL
OFFICE: Beaumont Regional Office, 3870 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont, Texas 77703-1892,
(409) 898-3838.
(13) COMPANY: Woodridge Limited Partnership; DOCKET NUMBER: 2003-0435-MWD-E;
TCEQ ID NUMBERS: 13474-001 and RN101525129; LOCATION: Route 1, Woodridge Drive
Number 100, Karnack, Harrison County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater
treatment; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §305.125(5) and TPDES Permit Number
13474-001, Operational Requirements Number 1, by failing to ensure at all
times that the facility and all of its systems of collection, treatment, and
disposal were properly operated and maintained; and 30 TAC §305.125(1),
TPDES Permit Number 13474-001, Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Requirements
Numbers 1 and 6, and TWC, §26.121(a), by failing to comply with permitted
effluent limitations for biological oxygen demand, total suspended solids,
flow, and dissolved oxygen; PENALTY: $4,650; STAFF ATTORNEY: Justin Lannen,
Litigation Division, MC R-4, (817) 588-5927; REGIONAL OFFICE: Tyler Regional
Office, 2916 Teague Drive, Tyler, Texas 75701-3756, (903) 535-5100.
TRD-200502086
Paul C. Sarahan
Director, Litigation Division
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: May 24, 2005
The following notices were issued during the period of April 27, 2005.
The following require the applicants to publish notice in the newspaper.
The public comment period, requests for public meetings, or requests for a
contested case hearing may be submitted to the Office of the Chief Clerk,
Mail Code 105, P O Box 13087, Austin Texas 78711-3087, WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE
DATE OF NEWSPAPER PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
CITY OF ALICE has applied for a renewal of TPDES Permit No. 10536-002,
which authorizes the discharge of treated domestic wastewater at an annual
average flow not to exceed 2,600,000 gallons per day. The facility is located
approximately 4,800 feet southeast of the intersection of Farm-to-Market Road
665 and Farm-to-Market Road 1931 on the south bank of Lattas Creek in Jim
Wells County, Texas.
CITY OF AUSTIN DBA AUSTIN ENERGY which operates the Decker Creek Power
Plant, a steam electric generating station, has applied for a renewal of TPDES
Permit No. WQ0001887000, which authorizes the discharge of once through cooling
water and previously monitored effluents (low volume wastewater, metal cleaning
wastes, and storm water) at a daily average flow not to exceed 725,000,000
gallons per day via Outfall 001, and storm water on an intermittent and flow
variable basis via Outfall 002. The facility is located 8003 Decker Lane,
on the west shore of Walter E. Long Lake, approximately four miles east of
the intersection of U.S. Highway 290 and U.S. Highway 183 in the City of Austin,
Travis County, Texas.
CITY OF MERCEDES for a renewal of TPDES Permit No. 10347-001, which authorizes
the discharge of treated domestic wastewater at an annual average flow not
to exceed 2,300,000 gallons per day. The facility is located on both sides
of and adjacent to Mile 1/2 East Road immediately south of its intersection
with North 8 Mile Road in Hidalgo County, Texas.
CITY OF WESLACO has applied for a renewal of TPDES Permit No. 10619-001,
which authorizes the discharge of treated filter back wash water at a daily
average flow not to exceed 250,000 gallons per day. The facility is located
at the southeast intersection of Farm-to-Market Road 88 and Mile 9 North Road
in Hidalgo County, Texas.
Written comments or requests for a public meeting may be submitted to the
Office of the Chief Clerk, at the address provided in the information section
above, WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE ISSUED DATE OF THIS NOTICE
CITY OF HOUSTON has applied for a minor amendment to the Texas Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) permit to authorize an additional interim
phase at an annual average flow not to exceed 18,000,000 gallons per day with
an average discharge during any two-hour period (2-Hr peak) not to exceed
56,944 gallons per minute. The existing permit authorizes the discharge of
treated domestic wastewater at an annual average flow not to exceed 21,000,000
gallons per day. The facility is located approximately 0.25 mile west of the
confluence of Cole Creek and Whiteoak Bayou and approximately 1.5 miles northeast
of the intersection of U.S. Highway 290 and Antoine Drive in the City of Houston
in Harris County, Texas.
TRD-200502107
LaDonna Castañuela
Chief Clerk
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: May 25, 2005
Notice mailed May 19, 2005.
APPLICATION NO. 5852; The Golf Club at Circle C, LP, 7401 Highway 45, Austin,
Texas 78739, Applicant, seeks a Water Use Permit pursuant to Texas Water Code
(TWC) 11.121 and 11.042 and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
Rules 30 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) 295.1, et seq. The Applicant seeks
authorization to maintain three existing dams and reservoirs pursuant to TWC
11.143 and two (2) existing dams and reservoirs created as part of golf course
construction, located on an unnamed tributary of Danz Creek and Danz Creek,
tributary of Slaughter Creek, tributary of Onion Creek, tributary of the Colorado
River, Colorado River Basin and an existing off-channel reservoir for in-place
recreational and/or agricultural purposes. Applicant also seeks to convey
and store for subsequent use approximately 262.5 acre-feet of groundwater
and stormwater using the bed and banks of an unnamed tributary of Danz Creek
and Danz Creek for agricultural purposes from reservoirs 1, 2, 3, & 4
to irrigate 115 acres of land out of 2 tracts of land totaling 275.6244 acres.
In addition, applicant seeks to use the bed and banks of both creeks and the
reservoirs to convey stormwater and groundwater into those reservoirs to account
for losses due to evaporation, evapotranspiration, infiltration , and diversions
for irrigation so there will be no net diversion or consumptive use of state
water by the applicant. Applicant further seeks to store groundwater and stormwater
in Reservoir 1 and transport via underground pipe to the off- channel reservoir
(know as Southwest Austin Regional Irrigation Storage Pond (SARISP). During
dry periods, private water stored in the SARISP will be pumped back to Reservoir
1 using the underground pipe for storage and subsequent diversion. To compensate
for state water captured in the reservoirs, diverted for irrigation purposes,
diverted into the SARISP, or losses due to evaporation, infiltration, and
evapotranspiration; groundwater and stormwater will be discharged into unnamed
tributary of Danz Creek and Danz Creek. Ownership of the land inundated by
reservoirs 1, 2, 3, & 4 and the land to be irrigated is evidenced by Special
Warranty Deed Doc. No. 203148469 in the Official Records of Travis County.
Reservoir 5 (Hole 16, upper pond) is partially owned by The Golf Club at Circle
C, LP and Circle C Land, LP. Both parties have entered into a Pond Maintenance
Agreement dated December 27, 2004, which describes the ownership and the maintenance
regarding the Reservoir 5. The SARISP is located on land owned by Phoenix
Holdings, LTD. The Golf Club at Circle C, LP, Phoenix Holdings, LTD., Eleven
Castle Management Company, Inc, and Newmark Homes, L.P. have entered into
a Pond Maintenance and Use Agreement dated October 30, 2003 which describes
the ownership, maintenance and the use of the water collected in the pond.
Applicant has two groundwater wells that can produce a combined total of 568,800
gpd or 639 acre-feet of groundwater a year. Applicant has also submitted accounting
procedures which will help determine the amount of State water that has been
captured and diverted in order for the applicant to compensate with discharges
of groundwater and/or stormwater. The applicant indicates that while Reservoir
5 (Hole 16 Upper Pond) is currently on-channel and receives state water, but
installation of proposed channel improvements will limit future inflows into
the pond to diffused stormwater. The Commission will review the application
as submitted by the applicant and may or may not grant the application as
requested. The application was received on July 12, 2004. Additional information
was received November 4, November 10, 2004, January 10, 2005, February 24,
2005, and April 6, 2005. The application was declared administratively complete
and was accepted for filing with the Office of Chief Clerk on April 19, 2005.
Written public comments and requests for a public meeting should be submitted
to the Office of Chief Clerk, at the address provided in the information section
below, within 30 days of the date of newspaper publication of the notice.
For a full description of the reservoirs, diversion points, diversion rates,
and discharge points, contact the Office of the Chief Clerk at the address
indicated below, or view the full notice at the public notice web site www.tceq.state.tx.us/comm_exec/cc/pub_notice.html.
INFORMATION SECTION
A public meeting is intended for the taking of public comment, and is not
a contested case hearing.
The Executive Director can consider approval of an application unless a
written request for a contested case hearing is filed. To request a contested
case hearing, you must submit the following: (1) your name (or for a group
or association, an official representative), mailing address, daytime phone
number, and fax number, if any: (2) applicant's name and permit number; (3)
the statement "[I/we] request a contested case hearing;" and (4) a brief and
specific description of how you would be affected by the application in a
way not common to the general public. You may also submit any proposed conditions
to the requested application which would satisfy your concerns. Requests for
a contested case hearing must be submitted in writing to the TCEQ Office of
the Chief Clerk at the address provided in the information section below.
If a hearing request is filed, the Executive Director will not issue the
requested permit and may forward the application and hearing request to the
TCEQ Commissioners for their consideration at a scheduled Commission meeting.
Written hearing requests, public comments or requests for a public meeting
should be submitted to the Office of the Chief Clerk, MC 105, TCEQ, P.O. Box
13087, Austin, TX 78711-3087. For information concerning the hearing process,
please contact the Public Interest Counsel, MC 103, at the same address. For
additional information, individual members of the general public may contact
the Office of Public Assistance at 1-800-687-4040. General information regarding
the TCEQ can be found at our web site at www.tceq.state.tx.us.
TRD-200502108
LaDonna Castañuela
Chief Clerk
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: May 25, 2005
The State Office of Administrative Hearings issued a Proposal for Decision
and Order to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on May 23, 2005,
in the matter of the Executive Director of the Texas Commission on Environmental
Quality, Petitioner v. Best Enterprises, Inc., dba Best Food Store; SOAH Docket
No. 582-05-2957; TCEQ Docket No. 2003-0956-PST-E. The commission will consider
the Administrative Law Judge's Proposal for Decision and Order regarding the
enforcement action against Best Enterprises, Inc., dba Best Food Store on
a date and time to be determined by the Office of the Chief Clerk in Room
201S of Building E, 12100 N. Interstate 35, Austin, Texas. This posting is
Notice of Opportunity to Comment on the Proposal for Decision and Order. The
comment period will end 30 days from date of this publication. Written public
comments should be submitted to the Office of the Chief Clerk, MC-105, TCEQ,
P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087. If you have any questions or need
assistance, please contact Paul Munguia, Office of the Chief Clerk, (512)
239-3300.
TRD-200502112
LaDonna Castañuela
Chief Clerk
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: May 25, 2005
The State Office of Administrative Hearings issued a Proposal for Decision
and Order to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on May 23, 2005,
in the matter of the Executive Director of the Texas Commission on Environmental
Quality, Petitioner v. Billy G. Hall; SOAH Docket No. 582-05-3166; TCEQ Docket
No. 2002-0332-PST-E. The commission will consider the Administrative Law Judge's
Proposal for Decision and Order regarding the enforcement action against Billy
G. Hall on a date and time to be determined by the Office of the Chief Clerk
in Room 201S of Building E, 12100 N. Interstate 35, Austin, Texas. This posting
is Notice of Opportunity to Comment on the Proposal for Decision and Order.
The comment period will end 30 days from date of this publication. Written
public comments should be submitted to the Office of the Chief Clerk, MC-105,
TCEQ, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087. If you have any questions
or need assistance, please contact Paul Munguia, Office of the Chief Clerk,
(512) 239- 3300.
TRD-200502111
LaDonna Castañuela
Chief clerk
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: May 25, 2005
The State Office of Administrative Hearings issued a Proposal for Decision
and Order to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on May 23, 2005,
in the matter of the Executive Director of the Texas Commission on Environmental
Quality, Petitioner v. Enviro-Tech Engineers, Inc., dba Roadies; SOAH Docket
No. 582-05-3167; TCEQ Docket No. 2003-1022-PST-E. The commission will consider
the Administrative Law Judge's Proposal for Decision and Order regarding the
enforcement action against Enviro-Tech Engineers, Inc., dba Roadies on a date
and time to be determined by the Office of the Chief Clerk in Room 201S of
Building E, 12100 N. Interstate 35, Austin, Texas. This posting is Notice
of Opportunity to Comment on the Proposal for Decision and Order. The comment
period will end 30 days from date of this publication. Written public comments
should be submitted to the Office of the Chief Clerk, MC-105, TCEQ, P.O. Box
13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087. If you have any questions or need assistance,
please contact Paul Munguia, Office of the Chief Clerk, (512) 239-3300.
TRD-200502110
LaDonna Castañuela
Chief Clerk
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: May 25, 2005
The State Office of Administrative Hearings issued a Proposal for Decision
and Order to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on May 24, 2005,
in the matter of the Executive Director of the Texas Commission on Environmental
Quality, Petitioner v. Sublight Enterprises, Inc.; SOAH Docket No. 582-04-0442;
TCEQ Docket No. 2001-0831-MWD-E. The commission will consider the Administrative
Law Judge's Proposal for Decision and Order regarding the enforcement action
against Sublight Enterprises, Inc. on a date and time to be determined by
the Office of the Chief Clerk in Room 201S of Building E, 12100 N. Interstate
35, Austin, Texas. This posting is Notice of Opportunity to Comment on the
Proposal for Decision and Order. The comment period will end 30 days from
date of this publication. Written public comments should be submitted to the
Office of the Chief Clerk, MC-105, TCEQ, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Paul Munguia,
Office of the Chief Clerk, (512) 239-3300.
TRD-200502113
LaDonna Castañuela
Chief Clerk
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: May 25, 2005
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ or commission) staff
is providing an opportunity for written public comment on the listed Agreed
Orders (AOs) in accordance with Texas Water Code (the Code), §7.075,
which requires that the commission may not approve these AOs unless the public
has been provided an opportunity to submit written comments. Section 7.075
requires that notice of the proposed orders and the opportunity to comment
must be published in the
Texas Register
no
later than the 30th day before the date on which the public comment period
closes, which in this case is
July 11, 2005
.
Section 7.075 also requires that the commission promptly consider any written
comments received and that the commission may withhold approval of an AO if
a comment discloses facts or considerations that indicate the proposed AO
is inappropriate, improper, inadequate, or inconsistent with the requirements
of the Code, the Texas Health and Safety Code (THSC), and/or the Texas Clean
Air Act (the Act). Additional notice is not required if changes to an AO are
made in response to written comments.
A copy of each proposed AO is available for public inspection at both the
commission's central office, located at 12100 Park 35 Circle, Building C,
1st Floor, Austin, Texas 78753, (512) 239-1864 and at the applicable regional
office listed as follows. Written comments about an AO should be sent to the
enforcement coordinator designated for each AO at the commission's central
office at P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087 and must be
received by 5:00 p.m. on July 11, 2005
. Written comments may also be
sent by facsimile machine to the enforcement coordinator at (512) 239-2550.
The commission enforcement coordinators are available to discuss the AOs and/or
the comment procedure at the listed phone numbers; however, §7.075 provides
that comments on the AOs should be submitted to the commission in
writing
.
(1) COMPANY: Ann Arundel Farms, Ltd.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2005-0055-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER:
Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) Permit Number 0014182001,
Regulated Entity Number (RN) 101514743; LOCATION: Houston, Fort Bend County,
Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §305.125(1),
TPDES Permit Number 0014182001, and the Code, §26.121(a), by failing
to comply with permit effluent limits; and the Code, §5.702, by failing
to pay outstanding consolidated water quality fees; PENALTY: $3,000; ENFORCEMENT
COORDINATOR: Rebecca Johnson, (713) 767-3500; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Avenue,
Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1486, (713) 767-3500.
(2) COMPANY: Arkema, Inc.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2005-0356-AIR-E; IDENTIFIER:
Air Account Number JE0074L, RN100216373; LOCATION: Beaumont, Jefferson County,
Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: chemicals manufacturing; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §116.115(b)(2)(F),
Air Permit Number 865A/PSD-TX-1016, and THSC, §382.085(b), by failing
to maintain an emission rate below the allowable emission limit; PENALTY:
$4,075; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: John Barry, (409) 898-3838; REGIONAL OFFICE:
3870 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont, Texas 77703-1892, (409) 898-3838.
(3) COMPANY: Sandra Phelps dba Avery 7-11; DOCKET NUMBER: 2004-1419-PST-E;
IDENTIFIER: Petroleum Storage Tank (PST) Number 5133, RN102956828; LOCATION:
Avery, Red River County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: convenience store with retail
sales of gasoline; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §37.815(a) and (b), by failing
to provide acceptable financial assurance; PENALTY: $2,400; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR:
Brent Hurta, (512) 239-6589; REGIONAL OFFICE: 2916 Teague Drive, Tyler, Texas
75701-3756, (903) 535-5100.
(4) COMPANY: BP Amoco Chemical Company; DOCKET NUMBER: 2005-0153-AIR-E;
IDENTIFIER: Air Account Number GB0001R, RN102536307; LOCATION: Texas City,
Galveston County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: industrial organic chemical plant;
RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §101.211(c) and THSC, §382.085(b), by failing
to submit a final report within two weeks of the end of a scheduled activity;
and 30 TAC §116.715(a), Flexible Air Permit Number 1176/PSD-TX-782, and
THSC, §382.085(b), by failing to comply with permitted emissions limits;
PENALTY: $7,150; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Kensley Greuter, (512) 239-2520;
REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Avenue, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1486, (713)
767-3500.
(5) COMPANY: BP Products North America Inc. dba BP Products North America
Texas City; DOCKET NUMBER: 2004-2128-AIR-E; IDENTIFIER: Air Account Number
GB0004L, RN102535077; LOCATION: Texas City, Galveston County, Texas; TYPE
OF FACILITY: chemical manufacturing; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §101.201(a)
and §101.211(a) and THSC, §382.085(b), by failing to properly report
an emission event; 30 TAC §101.20(3) and §116.115(b)(2)(F), Air
Permit Number 8810/PSD-TX-402M2, and THSC, §382.085(b), by failing to
comply with permitted emissions limits; and 30 TAC §116.110(a) and THSC, §382.085(b),
by allowing unauthorized emissions; PENALTY: $19,516; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR:
Terry Murphy, (512) 239-5025; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Avenue, Suite H,
Houston, Texas 77023-1486, (713) 767-3500.
(6) COMPANY: Brandon-Irene Water Supply Corporation; DOCKET NUMBER: 2005-0415-PWS-E;
IDENTIFIER: Public Water Supply Number 1090018, RN101437325; LOCATION: Brandon,
Hill County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: public water supply; RULE VIOLATED:
30 TAC §290.110(b)(4), by failing to maintain the residual disinfectant
concentration; PENALTY: $67; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Susan Longenecker, (512)
239-0968; REGIONAL OFFICE: 6801 Sanger Avenue, Suite 2500, Waco, Texas 76710-7826,
(254) 751-0335.
(7) COMPANY: Orlando Cavazos dba Bryan Park Exxon; DOCKET NUMBER: 2005-0156-PST-E;
IDENTIFIER: PST Facility Identification Number 26098, RN101678605; LOCATION:
Mission, Hidalgo County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: convenience store with retail
sales of gasoline; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §37.815(a) and (b), by failing
to provide acceptable financial assurance; PENALTY: $840; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR:
Brent Hurta, (512) 239-6589; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1804 West Jefferson Avenue,
Harlingen, Texas 78550-5247, (956) 425-6010.
(8) COMPANY: Carlisle Independent School District; DOCKET NUMBER: 2004-1523-MWD-E;
IDENTIFIER: TPDES Permit Number 14292001, RN103014890; LOCATION: Henderson,
Rusk County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: municipal wastewater system; RULE VIOLATED:
30 TAC §305.125(1), TPDES Permit Number 14292001, and the Code, §26.121(a),
by failing to comply with the permitted effluent limitations for ammonia-nitrogen,
total suspended solids (TSS), and chlorine; PENALTY: $3,600; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR:
Carolyn Lind, (903) 535-5100; REGIONAL OFFICE: 2916 Teague Drive, Tyler, Texas
75701-3756, (903) 535-5100.
(9) COMPANY: Ronnie Jenkins dba Chillerz and Ken Saffel dba Chillerz; DOCKET
NUMBER: 2005-0367-PST-E; IDENTIFIER: PST Facility Identification Number 74791,
RN101854966; LOCATION: Hawley, Jones County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: convenience
store with retail sales of gasoline; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §37.815(a)
and (b), by failing to provide acceptable financial assurance; PENALTY: $776;
ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Brent Hurta, (512) 239-6589; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1977
Industrial Boulevard, Abilene, Texas 79602-7833, (915) 698-9674.
(10) COMPANY: Clint Independent School District Public Facility Corporation;
DOCKET NUMBER: 2005-0411-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER: TPDES Permit Number 0013667001,
RN101528263; LOCATION: Clint, El Paso County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater
treatment; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §305.125(1), TPDES Permit Number 0013667001,
and the Code, §26.121(a), by failing to comply with the permitted effluent
limits for five-day biochemical oxygen demand, TSS, and chlorine; PENALTY:
$6,560; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Laurie Eaves, (512) 239-4495; REGIONAL OFFICE:
401 East Franklin Avenue, Suite 560, El Paso, Texas 79901-1206, (915) 834-4949.
(11) COMPANY: Colonial Distribution, Inc. dba Wez Mart 1; DOCKET NUMBER:
2004-1739-PST-E; IDENTIFIER: PST Facility Identification Number 15051, RN101377950;
LOCATION: San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: convenience
store with retail sales of gasoline; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §334.49(a)(1)
and the Code, §26.3475(d), by failing to provide corrosion protection
for the underground storage tank (UST) system; 30 TAC §334.50(b)(1)(A)
and the Code, §26.3475(a), by failing to ensure that all tanks are monitored
in a manner which will detect a release; 30 TAC §334.10(b), by failing
to maintain UST records readily available for inspection; 30 TAC §334.7(d)(3),
by failing to submit an amended UST registration and self-certification form;
and 30 TAC §334.8(c)(5)(C), by failing to permanently tag, label, or
mark the UST system; PENALTY: $5,760; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Chris Friesenhahn,
(210) 490-3096; REGIONAL OFFICE: 14250 Judson Road, San Antonio, Texas 78233-4480,
(210) 490-3096.
(12) COMPANY: Conner Steel Products, Ltd.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2004-1935-AIR-E;
IDENTIFIER: Air Account Number TG0253O, RN102602307; LOCATION: San Angelo,
Tom Green County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: tank manufacturing; RULE VIOLATED:
30 TAC §116.110(a)(1) and THSC, §382.085(b) and §382.0518(a),
by failing to obtain a permit to construct the fiberglass tank manufacturing
and surface coating facility; 30 TAC §122.121 and THSC, §382.054
and §382.085(b), by failing to obtain a federal operating permit and
continuing to operate without authorization; 30 TAC §101.10 and THSC, §382.085(b),
by failing to submit an emissions inventory; and 30 TAC §101.27, the
Code, §5.702, and THSC, §382.085(b), by failing to pay emissions
fees; PENALTY: $9,760; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Audra Ruble, (361) 825-3100;
REGIONAL OFFICE: 622 South Oakes, Suite K, San Angelo, Texas 76903-7013.
(13) COMPANY: E.I. DuPont De Nemours and Company; DOCKET NUMBER: 2004-1661-AIR-E;
IDENTIFIER: RN102663671; LOCATION: Victoria, Victoria County, Texas; TYPE
OF FACILITY: organic chemical manufacturing; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §116.115(c),
Air Permit Numbers 7186 and 23271, and THSC, §382.085(b), by failing
to satisfy all demonstration criteria; and 30 TAC §101.201(g) and THSC, §382.085(b),
by failing to submit electronically an initial notification of an emission
event; PENALTY: $16,800; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Tel Croston, (512) 239-5717;
REGIONAL OFFICE: 6300 Ocean Drive, Suite 1200, Corpus Christi, Texas 78412-5503,
(361) 825-3100.
(14) COMPANY: Angela Ellis dba Ellis Auto Detailing; DOCKET NUMBER: 2005-0194-MSW-E;
IDENTIFIER: Scrap Tire Registration Number 6200080, RN102852712; LOCATION:
near Miles, Tom Green County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: scrap tire transporter
and generator; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §328.55(4)(A), by failing to update
the generator and transporter tire registration with a current mailing address;
30 TAC §328.63(b) and (d)(2), by failing to limit storage of scrap tires
to 500 or less and by failing to provide adequate vector controls; and 30
TAC §328.58(c), by failing to complete and maintain manifests for scrap
tires delivered to the facility; PENALTY: $2,184; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR:
Tom Greimel, (512) 239-5690; REGIONAL OFFICE: 622 South Oakes, Suite K, San
Angelo, Texas 76903-7013.
(15) COMPANY: Feather Crest Farms, Inc. dba Pineywoods Farm; DOCKET NUMBER:
2005-0015-AGR-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101989572; LOCATION: Center, Shelby County,
Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: chicken egg farm; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §321.31(a)
and the Code, §26.121(a)(1), by failing to prevent the discharge of process
wastewater; PENALTY: $1,500; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Sunday Udoetok, (512)
239-0739; REGIONAL OFFICE: 3870 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont, Texas 77703-1892,
(409) 898-3838.
(16) COMPANY: Granite Construction Company; DOCKET NUMBER: 2005-0249-PST-E;
IDENTIFIER: PST Facility Identification Number 18579, RN102235587; LOCATION:
Lubbock, Lubbock County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: fleet refueling; RULE VIOLATED:
30 TAC §334.8(c)(5)(A)(i) and (B)(ii) and the Code, §26.3467(a),
by failing to ensure that a valid, current delivery certificate was made to
a common carrier and by failing to renew the UST registration and self-certification
form; and 30 TAC §334.50(a)(1)(A), by failing to provide release detection;
PENALTY: $4,800; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Lori Thompson, (903) 535-5100; REGIONAL
OFFICE: 4630 50th Street, Suite 600, Lubbock, Texas 79414-3520, (806) 796-7092.
(17) COMPANY: ISP Technologies, Inc.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2005-0468-AIR-E; IDENTIFIER:
Air Account Number GB0028U, RN100825272; LOCATION: Texas City, Galveston County,
Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: chemical manufacturing; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §116.115(c),
Permit Number 20088, and THSC, §382.085(b), by failing to comply with
emission limits; PENALTY: $4,280; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Steven Lopez, (512)
239-1896; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Avenue, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1486,
(713) 767-3500.
(18) COMPANY: Janu Enterprises, Inc. dba Broncos Country Corner; DOCKET
NUMBER: 2005-0116-PST-E; IDENTIFIER: PST Registration Number 51029, RN101733780;
LOCATION: Dayton, Liberty County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: convenience store
with retail sales of gasoline; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §334.50(b)(1)(A)
and (d)(4)(B)(ii) and the Code, §26.3475(c)(1), by failing to monitor
USTs for releases; and 30 TAC §334.10(b)(1)(B) and §334.48(g), by
failing to maintain UST records on site during business hours; PENALTY: $3,416;
ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Steven Lopez, (512) 239-1896; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425
Polk Avenue, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1486, (713) 767-3500.
(19) COMPANY: City of Jourdanton; DOCKET NUMBER: 2004-0303-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER:
TPDES Permit Number 10418-001, RN101919900; LOCATION: Jourdanton, Atascosa
County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: municipal wastewater treatment; RULE VIOLATED:
30 TAC §305.125(1), TPDES Permit Number 10418-001, and the Code, §26.121(a),
by failing to maintain their collection system to prevent unauthorized discharges
and by failing to prevent solids from washing out of the wastewater treatment
plant into the receiving stream; and 30 TAC §305.535(c)(1), TPDES Permit
Number 10418-001, and the Code, §26.121(a), by failing to maintain its
lift stations and prevent unauthorized discharges of untreated wastewater;
PENALTY: $3,392; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Pamela Campbell, (512) 239-4493;
REGIONAL OFFICE: 14250 Judson Road, San Antonio, Texas 78233-4480, (210) 490-3096.
(20) COMPANY: City of Lawn; DOCKET NUMBER: 2004-2098-PWS-E; IDENTIFIER:
Public Water Supply Number 2210005, RN101406916; LOCATION: Lawn, Taylor County,
Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: public water supply; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §290.46(e)(6)(A),
(m)(1)(C), and (s)(1), by failing to operate the public water supply under
the direct supervision of a water works operator who holds a valid license,
by failing to clean out the sludge ponds, by failing to conduct annual inspections
of all water storage tanks, and by failing to calibrate flow measuring devices
and rate-of-flow controllers; PENALTY: $441; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Mauricio
Olaya, (915) 834-4949; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1977 Industrial Boulevard, Abilene,
Texas 79602-7833, (915) 698-9674.
(21) COMPANY: Pedro Aristeguieta; DOCKET NUMBER: 2005-0409-LII-E; IDENTIFIER:
RN104510151; LOCATION: San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY:
landscape irrigation business; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §30.5(a) and §344.4(a)
and Texas Occupations Code, §1903.251, by failing to hold an irrigator
license issued prior to selling, designing, consulting, installing, maintaining,
altering, repairing, or servicing an irrigation system; PENALTY: $200; ENFORCEMENT
COORDINATOR: Chris Friesenhahn, (210) 490-3096; REGIONAL OFFICE: 14250 Judson
Road, San Antonio, Texas 78233-4480, (210) 490-3096.
(22) COMPANY: Ray C. Luna dba Ray's Plumbing & Pump; DOCKET NUMBER:
2004-2044-MLM-E; IDENTIFIER: On-Site Sewage License Number OS0001591 (Expired),
RN103485652; LOCATION: Dilley, Frio County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: septic
system installation and pump out service; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §312.143
and the Code, §26.121(a)(1), by disposing of septic tank waste in an
unauthorized manner; 30 TAC §312.142(a), by failing to properly register
as a sludge transporter prior to transporting sewage sludge; and 30 TAC §30.5(a)
and (b) and §285.50(b), the Code, §37.003, and THSC, §366.071(a),
by failing to be licensed as an on-site sewage facility installer prior to
installing a septic tank system; PENALTY: $2,400; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR:
Rebecca Clausewitz, (210) 490-3096; REGIONAL OFFICE: 14250 Judson Road, San
Antonio, Texas 78233-4480, (210) 490-3096.
(23) COMPANY: Robert Gibson dba Robert's Drive In 6; DOCKET NUMBER: 2005-0514-PST-E;
IDENTIFIER: PST Facility Identification Number 44822, RN102050382; LOCATION:
Waco, McLennan County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: convenience store with retail
sales of gasoline; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §37.815(a) and (b), by failing
to demonstrate acceptable financial assurance; and 30 TAC §334.22(a)
and the Code, §5.702, by failing to pay outstanding UST fees; PENALTY:
$2,624; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Deana Holland, (512) 239-2504; REGIONAL OFFICE:
6801 Sanger Avenue, Suite 2500, Waco, Texas 76710-7826, (254) 751-0335.
(24) COMPANY: Texas Department of Transportation; DOCKET NUMBER: 2004-1421-PST-E;
IDENTIFIER: PST Facility Identification Number 45823, RN102831773; LOCATION:
Sinton, San Patricio County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: fleet refueling; RULE
VIOLATED: 30 TAC §334.50(b)(2)(A)(i)(III) and (ii)(I) and the Code, §26.3475(a),
by failing to test a line leak detector and by failing to perform an annual
piping tightness test; PENALTY: $1,500; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Judy Kluge,
(817) 588-5800; REGIONAL OFFICE: 6300 Ocean Drive, Suite 1200, Corpus Christi,
Texas 78412-5503, (361) 825-3100.
(25) COMPANY: Texas Municipal Power Agency; DOCKET NUMBER: 2003-1098-IWD-E;
IDENTIFIER: TPDES Permit Number 02120, RN102739547; LOCATION: near Bryan,
Grimes County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment; RULE VIOLATED:
30 TAC §305.125(1), TPDES Permit Number 02120, and the Code, §26.121(a),
by exceeding the permit limits for TSS; PENALTY: $6,720; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR:
Tom Greimel (512) 239-5690; REGIONAL OFFICE: 6801 Sanger Avenue, Suite 2500,
Waco, Texas 76710-7826, (254) 751-0335.
(26) COMPANY: The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company; DOCKET NUMBER: 2005-0124-AIR-E;
IDENTIFIER: Air Account Number JE0039N, RN102561925; LOCATION: Beaumont, Jefferson
County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: synthetic rubber manufacturing; RULE VIOLATED:
30 TAC §116.110(a) and §116.115(b)(2)(G) and THSC, §382.085(b),
by failing to obtain a permit prior to the release of emissions; PENALTY:
$2,980; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Kensley Greuter, (512) 239-2520; REGIONAL
OFFICE: 3870 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont, Texas 77703-1892, (409) 898-3838.
(27) COMPANY: Milton Galoob Company dba Tiger Grocery; DOCKET NUMBER: 2005-0246-PST-E;
IDENTIFIER: PST Facility Identification Number 73931, RN101435220; LOCATION:
Lone Star, Morris County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: convenience store with
retail sales of gasoline; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §37.815(a) and (b), by
failing to provide acceptable financial assurance; PENALTY: $1,920; ENFORCEMENT
COORDINATOR: Melissa Keller, (512) 239-1768; REGIONAL OFFICE: 2916 Teague
Drive, Tyler, Texas 75701-3756, (903) 535-5100.
(28) COMPANY: James Yun dba Times Market 2003; DOCKET NUMBER: 2005-0025-PST-E;
IDENTIFIER: PST Facility Identification Number 727426, RN102443611; LOCATION:
Bishop, Nueces County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: convenience store with retail
sales of gasoline; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §334.49(c)(2)(C) and (4)(C)
and the Code, §26.3475(d), by failing to check the rectifier once every
60 hours for impressed current systems and failing to inspect and test the
corrosion protection system; and 30 TAC §334.22(a) and the Code, §5.702,
by failing to pay the required UST fees; PENALTY: $2,040; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR:
Brian Lehmkuhle, (512) 239-4482; REGIONAL OFFICE: 6300 Ocean Drive, Suite
1200, Corpus Christi, Texas 78412-5503, (361) 825-3100.
(29) COMPANY: City of Wills Point; DOCKET NUMBER: 2004-2117-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER:
TPDES Permit Number 0010623001, RN102852514; LOCATION: Wills Point, Van Zandt
County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §305.125(1),
TPDES Permit Number 0010623001, and the Code, §26.121(a), by failing
to comply with permitted effluent limits for biochemical oxygen demand, TSS,
flow, pH, and dissolved oxygen; PENALTY: $7,360; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR:
Laurie Eaves, (512) 239-4495; REGIONAL OFFICE: 2916 Teague Drive, Tyler, Texas
75701-3756, (903) 535-5100.
(30) COMPANY: Wood County Airport Board; DOCKET NUMBER: 2005-0324-PST-E;
IDENTIFIER: PST Facility Identification Number 59521, RN101901379; LOCATION:
Mineola, Wood County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: aircraft refueling; RULE VIOLATED:
30 TAC §334.55(a)(3), by failing to have qualified personnel possessing
the appropriate skills, experience, competence, and required license to permanently
remove the UST; and 30 TAC §334.7(d)(1)(B), by failing to provide written
notice of any changes or additional information concerning such system including
the operational status of the UST system; PENALTY: $2,520; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR:
Judy Kluge, (817) 588-5800; REGIONAL OFFICE: 2916 Teague Drive, Tyler, Texas
75701-3756, (903) 535-5100.
TRD-200502075
Paul C. Sarahan
Director, Litigation Division
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: May 24, 2005
Correction of Error
The Office of the Governor adopted an amendment to 1 TAC §5.195, concerning
the Texas Review and Comment System. The adoption notice appeared in the May
13, 2005, issue of the
Texas Register
(30
TexReg 2849).
Due to an agency error, Figure: 1 TAC §5.195(c), which was published
on pages 2898 - 2906, was incomplete. The table should read as follows.
TRD-200502087
Notice of Administrative Hearing Concerning Amendment Number 32 to the Radioactive Material License of Waste Control Specialists, L.L.C.
Notice is hereby given by the Department of State Health Services (department),
Radiation Safety Licensing Branch, that an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ)
from the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) will conduct a hearing
on Amendment No. 32 to License No. LO4971 that was issued to Waste Control
Specialists, L.L.C. (WCS) on February 23, 2005, for its facility located in
Andrews County, Texas, one mile North of State Highway 176, 250 feet East
of the Texas/New Mexico State Line, 30 miles West of Andrews, Texas (SOAH
Docket No. 537-05-5206).
Amendment No. 32 authorizes the construction of two new storage units for
interim waste storage, and increases the authorized storage volume of radioactive
material under the license in the amount of 1,500,000 cubic feet. Amendment
No. 32 also specifies design and inspection standards associated with the
volume increase.
In accordance with Texas Health and Safety Code, §401.054, and 25
Texas Administrative Code (TAC), §289.205(f), Notice of Amendment No.
32 was published in the March 11, 2005, issue of the
Texas Register
(30 TexReg 1530). The department received two written
requests for a hearing that were timely filed within 30 days after the notice
was published in the
Texas Register
. In accordance
with 25 TAC, §289.205(f)(7), failure to have submitted a written request
for a hearing within 30 days after the notice was published in the
Texas Register
could result in denial of party status.
The hearing will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of the
Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 401, the Administrative Procedure Act
(Texas Government Code, Chapter 2001), the formal hearing procedures of the
department (25 TAC, §1.21 et seq.) and the procedures of the SOAH (1
TAC, Chapter 155).
The hearing will begin on
July 11, 2005, at 9:00
a.m.
, Central Daylight Saving Time, at the hearings facility of the
State Office of Administrative Hearings, located on the 4th floor of the William
P. Clements State Office Building, 300 West 15th Street, Austin, Texas. At
the hearing, the ALJ will consider preliminary matters, including licensee's
and the department's offers of documents related to jurisdiction and notice,
and requests for party status by persons who consider themselves affected
and any objections to such requests. A "person affected" is defined as a person
who demonstrates that the person has suffered or will suffer actual injury
or economic damage and, if the person is not a local government, (a) is a
resident of a county, or a county adjacent to that county, in which radioactive
material is or will be located; or (b) is doing business or has a legal interest
in land in the county or adjacent county. If it appears that the case will
proceed to a hearing on the merits, the administrative law judge will also
consider scheduling issues.
All visitors to the William P. Clements Building who do not have an identification
badge issued by a state agency or the Department of Public Safety, will need
to sign a log and receive a visitor's pass from the building security officers
on the first floor. Persons attending a SOAH hearing should identify to the
security officer the hearing they are attending by providing the officer the
SOAH docket number of the hearing (SOAH Docket No. 537-05-5206). Failure to
provide the SOAH docket number or to otherwise satisfactorily identify the
hearing to the officer may result in delaying your arrival to the hearing.
Please allow additional time for this new security process. If you have any
questions, please contact SOAH Docketing at (512) 475-3445.
A copy of the license amendment and supporting materials are available,
by appointment, for public inspection and copying at the office of the Radiation
Safety Licensing Branch, Department of State Health Services, Exchange Building,
8407 Wall Street, Austin, Texas, telephone (512) 834-6688, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00
p.m., Monday-Friday (except holidays). Information relative to inspection
and copying the documents may be obtained by contacting Chrissie Toungate,
Custodian of Records, Radiation Safety Licensing Branch.
TRD-200502103
Cathy Campbell
General Counsel
Department of State Health Services
Filed: May 25, 2005
Company Licensing
Application for admission to the State of Texas by SILVERSCRIPT INSURANCE
COMPANY, a foreign Life, Accident, and/or Health company. The home office
is in Nashville, TN.
Application for admission to the State of Texas by COLLECTORS INSURANCE
COMPANY, a foreign Fire and/or Casualty company. The home office is in Traverse
City, MI.
Any objections must be filed with the Texas Department of Insurance, addressed
to the attention of Godwin Ohaechesi, 333 Guadalupe Street, M/C 305-2C, Austin,
Texas 78701, within 20 days after this notice is published in the
Texas Register
.
TRD-200502114
Gene C. Jarmon
Chief Clerk and General Counsel
Texas Department of Insurance
Filed: May 25, 2005
Instant Game Number 554 "Magic Wheel"
1.0 Name and Style of Game.
A. The name of Instant Game No. 554 is "MAGIC WHEEL". The play style is
"key number match with auto win".
1.1 Price of Instant Ticket.
A. Tickets for Instant Game No. 554 shall be $5.00 per ticket.
1.2 Definitions in Instant Game No. 554.
A. Display Printing - That area of the instant game ticket outside of the
area where the Overprint and Play Symbols appear.
B. Latex Overprint - The removable scratch-off covering over the Play Symbols
on the front of the ticket.
C. Play Symbol - The printed data under the latex on the front of the instant
ticket that is used to determine eligibility for a prize. Each Play Symbol
is printed in Symbol font in black ink in positive except for dual-image games.
The possible black play symbols are: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12,
13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31,
32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, STAR SYMBOL, $1.00, $2.00, $4.00, $5.00,
$10.00, $15.00, $20.00, $50.00, $100, $500, $1,000, $5,000 and $50,000.
D. Play Symbol Caption - the printed material appearing below each Play
Symbol which explains the Play Symbol. One caption appears under each Play
Symbol and is printed in caption font in black ink in positive. The Play Symbol
Caption which corresponds with and verifies each Play Symbol is as follows:
E. Retailer Validation Code - Three (3) letters found under the removable
scratch-off covering in the play area, which retailers use to verify and validate
instant winners. These three (3) small letters are for validation purposes
and cannot be used to play the game. The possible validation codes are:
Low-tier winning tickets use the required codes listed in Figure 2:16.
Non-winning tickets and high-tier tickets use a non-required combination of
the required codes listed in Figure 2:16 with the exception of ∅, which
will only appear on low-tier winners and will always have a slash through
it.
F. Serial Number - A unique 13 (thirteen) digit number appearing under
the latex scratch-off covering on the front of the ticket. There is a boxed
four (4) digit Security Number placed randomly within the Serial Number. The
remaining nine (9) digits of the Serial Number are the Validation Number.
The Serial Number is positioned beneath the bottom row of play data in the
scratched-off play area. The Serial Number is for validation purposes and
cannot be used to play the game. The format will be: 0000000000000.
G. Low-Tier Prize - A prize of $5.00, $10.00, $15.00 or $20.00.
H. Mid-Tier Prize - A prize of $50.00, $100 or $500.
I. High-Tier Prize - A prize of $1,000, $5,000 or $50,000.
J. Bar Code - A 22 (twenty-two) character interleaved two (2) of five (5)
bar code which will include a three (3) digit game ID, the seven (7) digit
pack number, the three (3) digit ticket number and the nine (9) digit Validation
Number. The bar code appears on the back of the ticket.
K. Pack-Ticket Number - A 13 (thirteen) digit number consisting of the
three (3) digit game number (554), a seven (7) digit pack number, and a three
(3) digit ticket number. Ticket numbers start with 001 and end with 075 within
each pack. The format will be: 554-0000001-001.
L. Pack - A pack of "MAGIC WHEEL" Instant Game tickets contains 75 tickets,
packed in plastic shrink-wrapping and fanfolded in pages of one (1). The packs
will alternate. One will show the front of ticket 001 and back of 075 while
the other fold will show the back of ticket 001 and front of 075.
M. Non-Winning Ticket - A ticket which is not programmed to be a winning
ticket or a ticket that does not meet all of the requirements of these Game
Procedures, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), and
applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery
Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 401.
N. Ticket or Instant Game Ticket, or Instant Ticket - A Texas Lottery "MAGIC
WHEEL" Instant Game No. 554 ticket.
2.0 Determination of Prize Winners. The determination of prize winners
is subject to the general ticket validation requirements set forth in Texas
Lottery Rule 401.302, Instant Game Rules, these Game Procedures, and the requirements
set out on the back of each instant ticket. A prize winner in the "MAGIC WHEEL"
Instant Game is determined once the latex on the ticket is scratched off to
expose 44 (forty-four) Play Symbols. The player must reveal all 20 YOUR NUMBER
play symbols in the YOUR NUMBERS play area. If a player matches any of YOUR
NUMBERS play symbols to any of the WHEEL NUMBERS play symbols the player wins
prize indicated for that number. If a player reveals a STAR play symbol the
player wins prize indicated for that number instantly. No portion of the display
printing nor any extraneous matter whatsoever shall be usable or playable
as a part of the Instant Game.
2.1 Instant Ticket Validation Requirements.
A. To be a valid Instant Game ticket, all of the following requirements
must be met:
1. Exactly 44 (forty-four) Play Symbols must appear under the latex overprint
on the front portion of the ticket;
2. Each of the Play Symbols must have a Play Symbol Caption underneath,
unless specified, and each Play Symbol must agree with its Play Symbol Caption;
3. Each of the Play Symbols must be present in its entirety and be fully
legible;
4. Each of the Play Symbols must be printed in black ink except for dual
image games;
5. The ticket shall be intact;
6. The Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket Number must
be present in their entirety and be fully legible;
7. The Serial Number must correspond, using the Texas Lottery's codes,
to the Play Symbols on the ticket;
8. The ticket must not have a hole punched through it, be mutilated, altered,
unreadable, reconstituted or tampered with in any manner;
9. The ticket must not be counterfeit in whole or in part;
10. The ticket must have been issued by the Texas Lottery in an authorized
manner;
11. The ticket must not have been stolen, nor appear on any list of omitted
tickets or non-activated tickets on file at the Texas Lottery;
12. The Play Symbols, Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket
Number must be right side up and not reversed in any manner;
13. The ticket must be complete and not miscut, and have exactly 44 (forty-four)
Play Symbols under the latex overprint on the front portion of the ticket,
exactly one Serial Number, exactly one Retailer Validation Code, and exactly
one Pack-Ticket Number on the ticket;
14. The Serial Number of an apparent winning ticket shall correspond with
the Texas Lottery's Serial Numbers for winning tickets, and a ticket with
that Serial Number shall not have been paid previously;
15. The ticket must not be blank or partially blank, misregistered, defective
or printed or produced in error;
16. Each of the 44 (forty-four) Play Symbols must be exactly one of those
described in Section 1.2.C of these Game Procedures.
17. Each of the 44 (forty-four) Play Symbols on the ticket must be printed
in the Symbol font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at
the Texas Lottery; the ticket Serial Numbers must be printed in the Serial
font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
and the Pack-Ticket Number must be printed in the Pack-Ticket Number font
and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
18. The display printing on the ticket must be regular in every respect
and correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and
19. The ticket must have been received by the Texas Lottery by applicable
deadlines.
B. The ticket must pass all additional validation tests provided for in
these Game Procedures, the Texas Lottery's Rules governing the award of prizes
of the amount to be validated, and any confidential validation and security
tests of the Texas Lottery.
C. Any Instant Game ticket not passing all of the validation requirements
is void and ineligible for any prize and shall not be paid. However, the Executive
Director may, solely at the Executive Director's discretion, refund the retail
sales price of the ticket. In the event a defective ticket is purchased, the
only responsibility or liability of the Texas Lottery shall be to replace
the defective ticket with another unplayed ticket in that Instant Game (or
a ticket of equivalent sales price from any other current Instant Lottery
game) or refund the retail sales price of the ticket, solely at the Executive
Director's discretion.
2.2 Programmed Game Parameters.
A. Consecutive non-winning tickets will not have identical play data, spot
for spot.
B. No duplicate non-winning Your Numbers on a ticket.
C. No duplicate Wheel Numbers on a ticket.
D. No prize amount in a non-winning spot will correspond with the Your
Number play symbol (i.e. 5 and $5).
2.3 Procedure for Claiming Prizes.
A. To claim a "MAGIC WHEEL" Instant Game prize of $5.00, $10.00, $15.00,
$20.00, $50.00, $100 or $500, a claimant shall sign the back of the ticket
in the space designated on the ticket and present the winning ticket to any
Texas Lottery Retailer. The Texas Lottery Retailer shall verify the claim
and, if valid, and upon presentation of proper identification, make payment
of the amount due the claimant and physically void the ticket; provided that
the Texas Lottery Retailer may, but is not, in some cases, required to pay
a $50.00, $100 or $500 ticket. In the event the Texas Lottery Retailer cannot
verify the claim, the Texas Lottery Retailer shall provide the claimant with
a claim form and instruct the claimant on how to file a claim with the Texas
Lottery. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, a check shall be
forwarded to the claimant in the amount due. In the event the claim is not
validated, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
A claimant may also claim any of the above prizes under the procedure described
in Section 2.3.B and Section 2.3.C of these Game Procedures.
B. To claim a "MAGIC WHEEL" Instant Game prize of $1,000, $5,000 or $50,000,
the claimant must sign the winning ticket and present it at one of the Texas
Lottery’s Claim Centers. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery,
payment will be made to the bearer of the validated winning ticket for that
prize upon presentation of proper identification. When paying a prize of $600
or more, the Texas Lottery shall file the appropriate income reporting form
with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and shall withhold federal income
tax at a rate set by the IRS if required. In the event that the claim is not
validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim shall be denied and the claimant
shall be notified promptly.
C. As an alternative method of claiming a "MAGIC WHEEL" Instant Game prize,
the claimant must sign the winning ticket, thoroughly complete a claim form,
and mail both to: Texas Lottery Commission, Post Office Box 16600, Austin,
Texas 78761-6600. The risk of sending a ticket remains with the claimant.
In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim
shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
D. Prior to payment by the Texas Lottery of any prize, the Texas Lottery
shall deduct a sufficient amount from the winnings of a person who has been
finally determined to be:
1. delinquent in the payment of a tax or other money collected by the Comptroller,
the Texas Workforce Commission, or Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission;
2. delinquent in making child support payments administered or collected
by the Attorney General; or
3. delinquent in reimbursing the Texas Health and Human Services Commission
for a benefit granted in error under the food stamp program or the program
of financial assistance under Chapter 31, Human Resources Code;
4. in default on a loan made under Chapter 52, Education Code; or
5. in default on a loan guaranteed under Chapter 57, Education Code.
E. If a person is indebted or owes delinquent taxes to the State, other
than those specified in the preceding paragraph, the winnings of a person
shall be withheld until the debt or taxes are paid.
2.4 Allowance for Delay of Payment. The Texas Lottery may delay payment
of the prize pending a final determination by the Executive Director, under
any of the following circumstances:
A. if a dispute occurs, or it appears likely that a dispute may occur,
regarding the prize;
B. if there is any question regarding the identity of the claimant;
C. if there is any question regarding the validity of the ticket presented
for payment; or
D. if the claim is subject to any deduction from the payment otherwise
due, as described in Section 2.3.D of these Game Procedures. No liability
for interest for any delay shall accrue to the benefit of the claimant pending
payment of the claim.
2.5 Payment of Prizes to Persons Under 18. If a person under the age of
18 years is entitled to a cash prize of less than $600 from the "MAGIC WHEEL"
Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall deliver to an adult member of the minor's
family or the minor's guardian a check or warrant in the amount of the prize
payable to the order of the minor.
2.6 If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize of
more than $600 from the "MAGIC WHEEL" Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall
deposit the amount of the prize in a custodial bank account, with an adult
member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian serving as custodian
for the minor.
2.7 Instant Ticket Claim Period. All Instant Game prizes must be claimed
within 180 days following the end of the Instant Game or within the applicable
time period for certain eligible military personnel as set forth in Texas
Government Code Section 466.408. Any prize not claimed within that period,
and in the manner specified in these Game Procedures and on the back of each
ticket, shall be forfeited.
2.8 Disclaimer. The number of prizes in a game is approximate based on
the number of tickets ordered. The number of actual prizes available in a
game may vary based on number of tickets manufactured, testing, distribution,
sales and number of prizes claimed. An Instant Game ticket may continue to
be sold even when all the top prizes have been claimed.
3.0 Instant Ticket Ownership.
A. Until such time as a signature is placed upon the back portion of an
Instant Game ticket in the space designated, a ticket shall be owned by the
physical possessor of said ticket. When a signature is placed on the back
of the ticket in the space designated, the player whose signature appears
in that area shall be the owner of the ticket and shall be entitled to any
prize attributable thereto. Notwithstanding any name or names submitted on
a claim form, the Executive Director shall make payment to the player whose
signature appears on the back of the ticket in the space designated. If more
than one name appears on the back of the ticket, the Executive Director will
require that one of those players whose name appears thereon be designated
by such players to receive payment.
B. The Texas Lottery shall not be responsible for lost or stolen Instant
Game tickets and shall not be required to pay on a lost or stolen Instant
Game ticket.
4.0 Number and Value of Instant Prizes. There will be approximately 5,040,000
tickets in the Instant Game No. 554. The approximate number and value of prizes
in the game are as follows:
A. The actual number of tickets in the game may be increased or decreased
at the sole discretion of the Texas Lottery Commission.
5.0 End of the Instant Game. The Executive Director may, at any time, announce
a closing date (end date) for the Instant Game No. 554 without advance notice,
at which point no further tickets in that game may be sold.
6.0 Governing Law. In purchasing an Instant Game ticket, the player agrees
to comply with, and abide by, these Game Procedures for Instant Game No. 554,
the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), applicable rules
adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced
in 16 TAC, Chapter 401, and all final decisions of the Executive Director.
TRD-200502042
Kimberly L. Kiplin
General Counsel
Texas Lottery Commission
Filed: May 23, 2005
1.0 Name and Style of Game.
A. The name of Instant Game No. 558 is "9’S ON A LINE". The play
style is "three in a line".
1.1 Price of Instant Ticket.
A. Tickets for Instant Game No. 558 shall be $1.00 per ticket.
1.2 Definitions in Instant Game No. 558.
A. Display Printing - That area of the instant game ticket outside of the
area where the Overprint and Play Symbols appear.
B. Latex Overprint - The removable scratch-off covering over the Play Symbols
on the front of the ticket.
C. Play Symbol - The printed data under the latex on the front of the instant
ticket that is used to determine eligibility for a prize. Each Play Symbol
is printed in Symbol font in black ink in positive except for dual-image games.
The possible black play symbols are: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, $1.00, $2.00,
$3.00, $9.00, $19.00,$49.00, $99.00, $199 and $900.
D. Play Symbol Caption - the printed material appearing below each Play
Symbol which explains the Play Symbol. One caption appears under each Play
Symbol and is printed in caption font in black ink in positive. The Play Symbol
Caption which corresponds with and verifies each Play Symbol is as follows:
E. Retailer Validation Code - Three (3) letters found under the removable
scratch-off covering in the play area, which retailers use to verify and validate
instant winners. These three (3) small letters are for validation purposes
and cannot be used to play the game. The possible validation codes are:
Low-tier winning tickets use the required codes listed in Figure 2:16.
Non-winning tickets and high-tier tickets use a non-required combination of
the required codes listed in Figure 2:16 with the exception of ∅, which
will only appear on low-tier winners and will always have a slash through
it.
F. Serial Number - A unique 13 (thirteen) digit number appearing under
the latex scratch-off covering on the front of the ticket. There is a boxed
four (4) digit Security Number placed randomly within the Serial Number. The
remaining nine (9) digits of the Serial Number are the Validation Number.
The Serial Number is positioned beneath the bottom row of play data in the
scratched-off play area. The Serial Number is for validation purposes and
cannot be used to play the game. The format will be: 0000000000000.
G. Low-Tier Prize - A prize of $1.00, $2.00, $3.00, $9.00 or $19.00.
H. Mid-Tier Prize - A prize of $49.00, $99.00 or $199.
I. High-Tier Prize - A prize of $900.
J. Bar Code - A 22 (twenty-two) character interleaved two (2) of five (5)
bar code which will include a three (3) digit game ID, the seven (7) digit
pack number, the three (3) digit ticket number and the nine (9) digit Validation
Number. The bar code appears on the back of the ticket.
K. Pack-Ticket Number - A 13 (thirteen) digit number consisting of the
three (3) digit game number (558), a seven (7) digit pack number, and a three
(3) digit ticket number. Ticket numbers start with 001 and end with 250 within
each pack. The format will be: 558-0000001-001.
L. Pack - A pack of "9’S ON A LINE" Instant Game tickets contains
250 tickets, packed in plastic shrink-wrapping and fanfolded in pages of five
(5). Tickets 001 and 005 will be on the top page; tickets 006 and 010 on the
next page; etc.; and tickets 246 and 250 will be on the last page with back
exposed. Tickets 001 will be folded over so the front of ticket 001 and 010
will be exposed.
M. Non-Winning Ticket - A ticket which is not programmed to be a winning
ticket or a ticket that does not meet all of the requirements of these Game
Procedures, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), and
applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery
Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 401.
N. Ticket or Instant Game Ticket, or Instant Ticket - A Texas Lottery "9’S
ON A LINE" Instant Game No. 558 ticket.
2.0 Determination of Prize Winners. The determination of prize winners
is subject to the general ticket validation requirements set forth in Texas
Lottery Rule 401.302, Instant Game Rules, these Game Procedures, and the requirements
set out on the back of each instant ticket. A prize winner in the "9’S
ON A LINE" Instant Game is determined once the latex on the ticket is scratched
off to expose 10 ten) Play Symbols. If a player reveals three identical play
symbols, 9’s, either diagonally, vertically or horizontally the player
wins the prize shown. No portion of the display printing nor any extraneous
matter whatsoever shall be usable or playable as a part of the Instant Game.
2.1 Instant Ticket Validation Requirements.
A. To be a valid Instant Game ticket, all of the following requirements
must be met:
1. Exactly 10 (ten) Play Symbols must appear under the latex overprint
on the front portion of the ticket;
2. Each of the Play Symbols must have a Play Symbol Caption underneath,
unless specified, and each Play Symbol must agree with its Play Symbol Caption;
3. Each of the Play Symbols must be present in its entirety and be fully
legible;
4. Each of the Play Symbols must be printed in black ink except for dual
image games;
5. The ticket shall be intact;
6. The Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket Number must
be present in their entirety and be fully legible;
7. The Serial Number must correspond, using the Texas Lottery's codes,
to the Play Symbols on the ticket;
8. The ticket must not have a hole punched through it, be mutilated, altered,
unreadable, reconstituted or tampered with in any manner;
9. The ticket must not be counterfeit in whole or in part;
10. The ticket must have been issued by the Texas Lottery in an authorized
manner;
11. The ticket must not have been stolen, nor appear on any list of omitted
tickets or non-activated tickets on file at the Texas Lottery;
12. The Play Symbols, Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket
Number must be right side up and not reversed in any manner;
13. The ticket must be complete and not miscut, and have exactly 10 (ten)
Play Symbols under the latex overprint on the front portion of the ticket,
exactly one Serial Number, exactly one Retailer Validation Code, and exactly
one Pack-Ticket Number on the ticket;
14. The Serial Number of an apparent winning ticket shall correspond with
the Texas Lottery's Serial Numbers for winning tickets, and a ticket with
that Serial Number shall not have been paid previously;
15. The ticket must not be blank or partially blank, misregistered, defective
or printed or produced in error;
16. Each of the 10 (ten) Play Symbols must be exactly one of those described
in Section 1.2.C of these Game Procedures.
17. Each of the 10 (ten) Play Symbols on the ticket must be printed in
the Symbol font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the
Texas Lottery; the ticket Serial Numbers must be printed in the Serial font
and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
and the Pack-Ticket Number must be printed in the Pack-Ticket Number font
and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
18. The display printing on the ticket must be regular in every respect
and correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and
19. The ticket must have been received by the Texas Lottery by applicable
deadlines.
B. The ticket must pass all additional validation tests provided for in
these Game Procedures, the Texas Lottery's Rules governing the award of prizes
of the amount to be validated, and any confidential validation and security
tests of the Texas Lottery.
C. Any Instant Game ticket not passing all of the validation requirements
is void and ineligible for any prize and shall not be paid. However, the Executive
Director may, solely at the Executive Director's discretion, refund the retail
sales price of the ticket. In the event a defective ticket is purchased, the
only responsibility or liability of the Texas Lottery shall be to replace
the defective ticket with another unplayed ticket in that Instant Game (or
a ticket of equivalent sales price from any other current Instant Lottery
game) or refund the retail sales price of the ticket, solely at the Executive
Director's discretion.
2.2 Programmed Game Parameters.
A. No ticket will contain 3 or more of kind other than the 9 symbol.
B. Consecutive non-winning tickets will not have identical play data, spot
for spot.
2.3 Procedure for Claiming Prizes.
A. To claim a "9’S ON A LINE" Instant Game prize of $1.00, $2.00,
$3.00, $9.00, $19.00, $49.00, $99.00 or $199, a claimant shall sign the back
of the ticket in the space designated on the ticket and present the winning
ticket to any Texas Lottery Retailer. The Texas Lottery Retailer shall verify
the claim and, if valid, and upon presentation of proper identification, make
payment of the amount due the claimant and physically void the ticket; provided
that the Texas Lottery Retailer may, but is not, in some cases, required to
pay a $49.00, $99.00 or $199 ticket. In the event the Texas Lottery Retailer
cannot verify the claim, the Texas Lottery Retailer shall provide the claimant
with a claim form and instruct the claimant on how to file a claim with the
Texas Lottery. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, a check shall
be forwarded to the claimant in the amount due. In the event the claim is
not validated, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified
promptly. A claimant may also claim any of the above prizes under the procedure
described in Section 2.3.B and Section 2.3.C of these Game Procedures.
B. To claim a "9’S ON A LINE" Instant Game prize of $900, the claimant
must sign the winning ticket and present it at one of the Texas Lottery’s
Claim Centers. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, payment will
be made to the bearer of the validated winning ticket for that prize upon
presentation of proper identification. When paying a prize of $600 or more,
the Texas Lottery shall file the appropriate income reporting form with the
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and shall withhold federal income tax at a
rate set by the IRS if required. In the event that the claim is not validated
by the Texas Lottery, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be
notified promptly.
C. As an alternative method of claiming a "9’S ON A LINE" Instant
Game prize, the claimant must sign the winning ticket, thoroughly complete
a claim form, and mail both to: Texas Lottery Commission, Post Office Box
16600, Austin, Texas 78761-6600. The risk of sending a ticket remains with
the claimant. In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery,
the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
D. Prior to payment by the Texas Lottery of any prize, the Texas Lottery
shall deduct a sufficient amount from the winnings of a person who has been
finally determined to be:
1. delinquent in the payment of a tax or other money collected by the Comptroller,
the Texas Workforce Commission, or Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission;
2. delinquent in making child support payments administered or collected
by the Attorney General; or
3. delinquent in reimbursing the Texas Health and Human Services Commission
for a benefit granted in error under the food stamp program or the program
of financial assistance under Chapter 31, Human Resources Code;
4. in default on a loan made under Chapter 52, Education Code; or
5. in default on a loan guaranteed under Chapter 57, Education Code.
E. If a person is indebted or owes delinquent taxes to the State, other
than those specified in the preceding paragraph, the winnings of a person
shall be withheld until the debt or taxes are paid.
2.4 Allowance for Delay of Payment. The Texas Lottery may delay payment
of the prize pending a final determination by the Executive Director, under
any of the following circumstances:
A. if a dispute occurs, or it appears likely that a dispute may occur,
regarding the prize;
B. if there is any question regarding the identity of the claimant;
C. if there is any question regarding the validity of the ticket presented
for payment; or
D. if the claim is subject to any deduction from the payment otherwise
due, as described in Section 2.3.D of these Game Procedures. No liability
for interest for any delay shall accrue to the benefit of the claimant pending
payment of the claim.
2.5 Payment of Prizes to Persons Under 18. If a person under the age of
18 years is entitled to a cash prize of less than $600 from the "9’S
ON A LINE" Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall deliver to an adult member
of the minor's family or the minor's guardian a check or warrant in the amount
of the prize payable to the order of the minor.
2.6 If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize of
more than $600 from the "9’S ON A LINE" Instant Game, the Texas Lottery
shall deposit the amount of the prize in a custodial bank account, with an
adult member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian serving as custodian
for the minor.
2.7 Instant Ticket Claim Period. All Instant Game prizes must be claimed
within 180 days following the end of the Instant Game or within the applicable
time period for certain eligible military personnel as set forth in Texas
Government Code Section 466.408. Any prize not claimed within that period,
and in the manner specified in these Game Procedures and on the back of each
ticket, shall be forfeited.
2.8 Disclaimer. The number of prizes in a game is approximate based on
the number of tickets ordered. The number of actual prizes available in a
game may vary based on number of tickets manufactured, testing, distribution,
sales and number of prizes claimed. An Instant Game ticket may continue to
be sold even when all the top prizes have been claimed.
3.0 Instant Ticket Ownership.
A. Until such time as a signature is placed upon the back portion of an
Instant Game ticket in the space designated, a ticket shall be owned by the
physical possessor of said ticket. When a signature is placed on the back
of the ticket in the space designated, the player whose signature appears
in that area shall be the owner of the ticket and shall be entitled to any
prize attributable thereto. Notwithstanding any name or names submitted on
a claim form, the Executive Director shall make payment to the player whose
signature appears on the back of the ticket in the space designated. If more
than one name appears on the back of the ticket, the Executive Director will
require that one of those players whose name appears thereon be designated
by such players to receive payment.
B. The Texas Lottery shall not be responsible for lost or stolen Instant
Game tickets and shall not be required to pay on a lost or stolen Instant
Game ticket.
4.0 Number and Value of Instant Prizes. There will be approximately 20,160,000
tickets in the Instant Game No. 558. The approximate number and value of prizes
in the game are as follows:
A. The actual number of tickets in the game may be increased or decreased
at the sole discretion of the Texas Lottery Commission.
5.0 End of the Instant Game. The Executive Director may, at any time, announce
a closing date (end date) for the Instant Game No. 558 without advance notice,
at which point no further tickets in that game may be sold.
6.0 Governing Law. In purchasing an Instant Game ticket, the player agrees
to comply with, and abide by, these Game Procedures for Instant Game No. 558,
the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), applicable rules
adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced
in 16 TAC, Chapter 401, and all final decisions of the Executive Director.
TRD-200502043
Kimberly L. Kiplin
General Counsel
Texas Lottery Commission
Filed: May 23, 2005
1.0 Name and Style of Game.
A. The name of Instant Game No. 564 is "FIRE N’ ICE". The play style
is "key number match with multiplier".
1.1 Price of Instant Ticket.
A. Tickets for Instant Game No. 564 shall be $2.00 per ticket.
1.2 Definitions in Instant Game No. 564.
A. Display Printing - That area of the instant game ticket outside of the
area where the Overprint and Play Symbols appear.
B. Latex Overprint - The removable scratch-off covering over the Play Symbols
on the front of the ticket.
C. Play Symbol - The printed data under the latex on the front of the instant
ticket that is used to determine eligibility for a prize. Each Play Symbol
is printed in Symbol font in black ink in positive except for dual-image games.
The possible black play symbols are: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12,
13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 5X SYMBOL, $1.00, $2.00,$4.00, $5.00, $10.00,
$20.00, $50.00, $200, $2,000 or $20,000.
D. Play Symbol Caption - the printed material appearing below each Play
Symbol which explains the Play Symbol. One caption appears under each Play
Symbol and is printed in caption font in black ink in positive. The Play Symbol
Caption which corresponds with and verifies each Play Symbol is as follows:
E. Retailer Validation Code - Three (3) letters found under the removable
scratch-off covering in the play area, which retailers use to verify and validate
instant winners. These three (3) small letters are for validation purposes
and cannot be used to play the game. The possible validation codes are:
Low-tier winning tickets use the required codes listed in Figure 2:16.
Non-winning tickets and high-tier tickets use a non-required combination of
the required codes listed in Figure 2:16 with the exception of ∅, which
will only appear on low-tier winners and will always have a slash through
it.
F. Serial Number - A unique 13 (thirteen) digit number appearing under
the latex scratch-off covering on the front of the ticket. There is a boxed
four (4) digit Security Number placed randomly within the Serial Number. The
remaining nine (9) digits of the Serial Number are the Validation Number.
The Serial Number is positioned beneath the bottom row of play data in the
scratched-off play area. The Serial Number is for validation purposes and
cannot be used to play the game. The format will be: 0000000000000.
G. Low-Tier Prize - A prize of $2.00, $4.00, $5.00, $10.00, $20.00.
H. Mid-Tier Prize - A prize of $50.00 or $200.
I. High-Tier Prize - A prize of $2,000 or $20,000.
J. Bar Code - A 22 (twenty-two) character interleaved two (2) of five (5)
bar code which will include a three (3) digit game ID, the seven (7) digit
pack number, the three (3) digit ticket number and the nine (9) digit Validation
Number. The bar code appears on the back of the ticket.
K. Pack-Ticket Number - A 13 (thirteen) digit number consisting of the
three (3) digit game number (564), a seven (7) digit pack number, and a three
(3) digit ticket number. Ticket numbers start with 001 and end with 250 within
each pack. The format will be: 564-0000001-001.
L. Pack - A pack of "FIRE N’ ICE" Instant Game tickets contains 250
tickets, packed in plastic shrink-wrapping and fanfolded in pages of two (2).
Tickets 001 and 002 will be on the top page; tickets 003 and 004 on the next
page; etc.; and tickets 249 and 250 will be on the last page. Please note
the books will be in a A - B configuration.
M. Non-Winning Ticket - A ticket which is not programmed to be a winning
ticket or a ticket that does not meet all of the requirements of these Game
Procedures, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), and
applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery
Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 401.
N. Ticket or Instant Game Ticket, or Instant Ticket - A Texas Lottery "FIRE
N’ ICE" Instant Game No. 564 ticket.
2.0 Determination of Prize Winners. The determination of prize winners
is subject to the general ticket validation requirements set forth in Texas
Lottery Rule 401.302, Instant Game Rules, these Game Procedures, and the requirements
set out on the back of each instant ticket. A prize winner in the "FIRE N’
ICE" Instant Game is determined once the latex on the ticket is scratched
off to expose 22 (twenty-two) Play Symbols. If a player matches any of YOUR
ICE NUMBERS play symbols to either HOT NUMBER play symbol the player wins
prize shown for that number. If a player reveals a "5X" play symbol the player
wins 5 times the prize indicated instantly. No portion of the display printing
nor any extraneous matter whatsoever shall be usable or playable as a part
of the Instant Game.
2.1 Instant Ticket Validation Requirements.
A. To be a valid Instant Game ticket, all of the following requirements
must be met:
1. Exactly 22 (twenty-two) Play Symbols must appear under the latex overprint
on the front portion of the ticket;
2. Each of the Play Symbols must have a Play Symbol Caption underneath,
unless specified, and each Play Symbol must agree with its Play Symbol Caption;
3. Each of the Play Symbols must be present in its entirety and be fully
legible;
4. Each of the Play Symbols must be printed in black ink except for dual
image games;
5. The ticket shall be intact;
6. The Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket Number must
be present in their entirety and be fully legible;
7. The Serial Number must correspond, using the Texas Lottery's codes,
to the Play Symbols on the ticket;
8. The ticket must not have a hole punched through it, be mutilated, altered,
unreadable, reconstituted or tampered with in any manner;
9. The ticket must not be counterfeit in whole or in part;
10. The ticket must have been issued by the Texas Lottery in an authorized
manner;
11. The ticket must not have been stolen, nor appear on any list of omitted
tickets or non-activated tickets on file at the Texas Lottery;
12. The Play Symbols, Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket
Number must be right side up and not reversed in any manner;
13. The ticket must be complete and not miscut, and have exactly 22 (twenty-two)
Play Symbols under the latex overprint on the front portion of the ticket,
exactly one Serial Number, exactly one Retailer Validation Code, and exactly
one Pack-Ticket Number on the ticket;
14. The Serial Number of an apparent winning ticket shall correspond with
the Texas Lottery's Serial Numbers for winning tickets, and a ticket with
that Serial Number shall not have been paid previously;
15. The ticket must not be blank or partially blank, misregistered, defective
or printed or produced in error;
16. Each of the 22 (twenty-two) Play Symbols must be exactly one of those
described in Section 1.2.C of these Game Procedures.
17. Each of the 22 (twenty-two) Play Symbols on the ticket must be printed
in the Symbol font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at
the Texas Lottery; the ticket Serial Numbers must be printed in the Serial
font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
and the Pack-Ticket Number must be printed in the Pack-Ticket Number font
and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
18. The display printing on the ticket must be regular in every respect
and correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and
19. The ticket must have been received by the Texas Lottery by applicable
deadlines.
B. The ticket must pass all additional validation tests provided for in
these Game Procedures, the Texas Lottery's Rules governing the award of prizes
of the amount to be validated, and any confidential validation and security
tests of the Texas Lottery.
C. Any Instant Game ticket not passing all of the validation requirements
is void and ineligible for any prize and shall not be paid. However, the Executive
Director may, solely at the Executive Director's discretion, refund the retail
sales price of the ticket. In the event a defective ticket is purchased, the
only responsibility or liability of the Texas Lottery shall be to replace
the defective ticket with another unplayed ticket in that Instant Game (or
a ticket of equivalent sales price from any other current Instant Lottery
game) or refund the retail sales price of the ticket, solely at the Executive
Director's discretion.
2.2 Programmed Game Parameters.
A. Consecutive non-winning tickets will not have identical play data, spot
for spot.
B. No duplicate non-winning Your Ice Numbers play symbols on a ticket.
C. No duplicate Hot Numbers play symbols on a ticket.
D. No 3 or more like non-winning prize symbols on a ticket.
E. The multiplier symbol will only appear as dictated by the prize structure.
F. No prize amount in a non-winning spot will correspond with the Your
Ice Number play symbol (i.e. 5 and $5).
G. The multiplier symbol will never appear more than once on a ticket.
2.3 Procedure for Claiming Prizes.
A. To claim a "FIRE N’ ICE" Instant Game prize of $2.00, $4.00, $5.00,
$10.00, $20.00, $50.00 or $200, a claimant shall sign the back of the ticket
in the space designated on the ticket and present the winning ticket to any
Texas Lottery Retailer. The Texas Lottery Retailer shall verify the claim
and, if valid, and upon presentation of proper identification, make payment
of the amount due the claimant and physically void the ticket; provided that
the Texas Lottery Retailer may, but is not, in some cases, required to pay
a $50.00 or $200 ticket. In the event the Texas Lottery Retailer cannot verify
the claim, the Texas Lottery Retailer shall provide the claimant with a claim
form and instruct the claimant on how to file a claim with the Texas Lottery.
If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, a check shall be forwarded
to the claimant in the amount due. In the event the claim is not validated,
the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly. A claimant
may also claim any of the above prizes under the procedure described in Section
2.3.B and Section 2.3.C of these Game Procedures.
B. To claim a "FIRE N’ ICE" Instant Game prize of $2,000 or $20,000,
the claimant must sign the winning ticket and present it at one of the Texas
Lottery’s Claim Centers. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery,
payment will be made to the bearer of the validated winning ticket for that
prize upon presentation of proper identification. When paying a prize of $600
or more, the Texas Lottery shall file the appropriate income reporting form
with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and shall withhold federal income
tax at a rate set by the IRS if required. In the event that the claim is not
validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim shall be denied and the claimant
shall be notified promptly.
C. As an alternative method of claiming a "FIRE N’ ICE" Instant Game
prize, the claimant must sign the winning ticket, thoroughly complete a claim
form, and mail both to: Texas Lottery Commission, Post Office Box 16600, Austin,
Texas 78761-6600. The risk of sending a ticket remains with the claimant.
In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim
shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
D. Prior to payment by the Texas Lottery of any prize, the Texas Lottery
shall deduct a sufficient amount from the winnings of a person who has been
finally determined to be:
1. delinquent in the payment of a tax or other money collected by the Comptroller,
the Texas Workforce Commission, or Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission;
2. delinquent in making child support payments administered or collected
by the Attorney General; or
3. delinquent in reimbursing the Texas Health and Human Services Commission
for a benefit granted in error under the food stamp program or the program
of financial assistance under Chapter 31, Human Resources Code;
4. in default on a loan made under Chapter 52, Education Code; or
5. in default on a loan guaranteed under Chapter 57, Education Code.
E. If a person is indebted or owes delinquent taxes to the State, other
than those specified in the preceding paragraph, the winnings of a person
shall be withheld until the debt or taxes are paid.
2.4 Allowance for Delay of Payment. The Texas Lottery may delay payment
of the prize pending a final determination by the Executive Director, under
any of the following circumstances:
A. if a dispute occurs, or it appears likely that a dispute may occur,
regarding the prize;
B. if there is any question regarding the identity of the claimant;
C. if there is any question regarding the validity of the ticket presented
for payment; or
D. if the claim is subject to any deduction from the payment otherwise
due, as described in Section 2.3.D of these Game Procedures. No liability
for interest for any delay shall accrue to the benefit of the claimant pending
payment of the claim.
2.5 Payment of Prizes to Persons Under 18. If a person under the age of
18 years is entitled to a cash prize of less than $600 from the "FIRE N’
ICE" Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall deliver to an adult member of the
minor's family or the minor's guardian a check or warrant in the amount of
the prize payable to the order of the minor.
2.6 If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize of
more than $600 from the "FIRE N’ ICE" Instant Game, the Texas Lottery
shall deposit the amount of the prize in a custodial bank account, with an
adult member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian serving as custodian
for the minor.
2.7 Instant Ticket Claim Period. All Instant Game prizes must be claimed
within 180 days following the end of the Instant Game or within the applicable
time period for certain eligible military personnel as set forth in Texas
Government Code Section 466.408. Any prize not claimed within that period,
and in the manner specified in these Game Procedures and on the back of each
ticket, shall be forfeited.
2.8 Disclaimer. The number of prizes in a game is approximate based on
the number of tickets ordered. The number of actual prizes available in a
game may vary based on number of tickets manufactured, testing, distribution,
sales and number of prizes claimed. An Instant Game ticket may continue to
be sold even when all the top prizes have been claimed.
3.0 Instant Ticket Ownership.
A. Until such time as a signature is placed upon the back portion of an
Instant Game ticket in the space designated, a ticket shall be owned by the
physical possessor of said ticket. When a signature is placed on the back
of the ticket in the space designated, the player whose signature appears
in that area shall be the owner of the ticket and shall be entitled to any
prize attributable thereto. Notwithstanding any name or names submitted on
a claim form, the Executive Director shall make payment to the player whose
signature appears on the back of the ticket in the space designated. If more
than one name appears on the back of the ticket, the Executive Director will
require that one of those players whose name appears thereon be designated
by such players to receive payment.
B. The Texas Lottery shall not be responsible for lost or stolen Instant
Game tickets and shall not be required to pay on a lost or stolen Instant
Game ticket.
4.0 Number and Value of Instant Prizes. There will be approximately 11,040,000
tickets in the Instant Game No. 564. The approximate number and value of prizes
in the game are as follows:
A. The actual number of tickets in the game may be increased or decreased
at the sole discretion of the Texas Lottery Commission.
5.0 End of the Instant Game. The Executive Director may, at any time, announce
a closing date (end date) for the Instant Game No. 564 without advance notice,
at which point no further tickets in that game may be sold.
6.0 Governing Law. In purchasing an Instant Game ticket, the player agrees
to comply with, and abide by, these Game Procedures for Instant Game No. 564,
the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), applicable rules
adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced
in 16 TAC, Chapter 401, and all final decisions of the Executive Director.
TRD-200502044
Kimberly L. Kiplin
General Counsel
Texas Lottery Commission
Filed: May 23, 2005
1.0 Name and Style of Game.
A. The name of Instant Game No. 569 is "I LOVE LUCY". The play style is
"key number match with auto win".
1.1 Price of Instant Ticket.
A. Tickets for Instant Game No. 569 shall be $2.00 per ticket.
1.2 Definitions in Instant Game No. 569.
A. Display Printing - That area of the instant game ticket outside of the
area where the Overprint and Play Symbols appear.
B. Latex Overprint - The removable scratch-off covering over the Play Symbols
on the front of the ticket.
C. Play Symbol - The printed data under the latex on the front of the instant
ticket that is used to determine eligibility for a prize. Each Play Symbol
is printed in Symbol font in black ink in positive except for dual-image games.
The possible black play symbols are: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12,
13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, L Symbol, $1.00, $2.00, $4.00, $5.00, $10.00,
$20.00, $50.00, $200, $2,000 and $20,000.
D. Play Symbol Caption - the printed material appearing below each Play
Symbol which explains the Play Symbol. One caption appears under each Play
Symbol and is printed in caption font in black ink in positive. The Play Symbol
Caption which corresponds with and verifies each Play Symbol is as follows:
E. Retailer Validation Code - Three (3) letters found under the removable
scratch-off covering in the play area, which retailers use to verify and validate
instant winners. These three (3) small letters are for validation purposes
and cannot be used to play the game. The possible validation codes are:
Low-tier winning tickets use the required codes listed in Figure 2:16.
Non-winning tickets and high-tier tickets use a non-required combination of
the required codes listed in Figure 2:16 with the exception of ∅, which
will only appear on low-tier winners and will always have a slash through
it.
F. Serial Number - A unique 13 (thirteen) digit number appearing under
the latex scratch-off covering on the front of the ticket. There is a boxed
four (4) digit Security Number placed randomly within the Serial Number. The
remaining nine (9) digits of the Serial Number are the Validation Number.
The Serial Number is positioned beneath the bottom row of play data in the
scratched-off play area. The Serial Number is for validation purposes and
cannot be used to play the game. The format will be: 0000000000000.
G. Low-Tier Prize - A prize of $2.00, $4.00, $5.00, $10.00 or $20.00.
H. Mid-Tier Prize - A prize of $50.00 or $200.
I. High-Tier Prize - A prize of $2,000 or $20,000.
J. Bar Code - A 22 (twenty-two) character interleaved two (2) of five (5)
bar code which will include a three (3) digit game ID, the seven (7) digit
pack number, the three (3) digit ticket number and the nine (9) digit Validation
Number. The bar code appears on the back of the ticket.
K. Pack-Ticket Number - A 13 (thirteen) digit number consisting of the
three (3) digit game number (569), a seven (7) digit pack number, and a three
(3) digit ticket number. Ticket numbers start with 001 and end with 250 within
each pack. The format will be: 569-0000001-001.
L. Pack - A pack of "I LOVE LUCY" Instant Game tickets contains 250 tickets,
packed in plastic shrink-wrapping and fanfolded in pages of two (2). Tickets
001 and 002 will be on the top page; tickets 003 and 004 on the next page;
etc.; and tickets 249 and 250 will be on the last page. Please note the books
will be in a A - B configuration.
M. Non-Winning Ticket - A ticket which is not programmed to be a winning
ticket or a ticket that does not meet all of the requirements of these Game
Procedures, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), and
applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery
Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 401.
N. Ticket or Instant Game Ticket, or Instant Ticket - A Texas Lottery "I
LOVE LUCY" Instant Game No. 569 ticket.
2.0 Determination of Prize Winners. The determination of prize winners
is subject to the general ticket validation requirements set forth in Texas
Lottery Rule 401.302, Instant Game Rules, these Game Procedures, and the requirements
set out on the back of each instant ticket. A prize winner in the "I LOVE
LUCY" Instant Game is determined once the latex on the ticket is scratched
off to expose 22 (twenty-two) Play Symbols. If a player matches any of YOUR
NUMBERS play symbols to either of the WINNING NUMBERS play symbols the player
wins prize shown for that number. If a player reveals an "L" play symbol the
player wins prize shown instantly. No portion of the display printing nor
any extraneous matter whatsoever shall be usable or playable as a part of
the Instant Game.
2.1 Instant Ticket Validation Requirements.
A. To be a valid Instant Game ticket, all of the following requirements
must be met:
1. Exactly 22 (twenty-two) Play Symbols must appear under the latex overprint
on the front portion of the ticket;
2. Each of the Play Symbols must have a Play Symbol Caption underneath,
unless specified, and each Play Symbol must agree with its Play Symbol Caption;
3. Each of the Play Symbols must be present in its entirety and be fully
legible;
4. Each of the Play Symbols must be printed in black ink except for dual
image games;
5. The ticket shall be intact;
6. The Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket Number must
be present in their entirety and be fully legible;
7. The Serial Number must correspond, using the Texas Lottery's codes,
to the Play Symbols on the ticket;
8. The ticket must not have a hole punched through it, be mutilated, altered,
unreadable, reconstituted or tampered with in any manner;
9. The ticket must not be counterfeit in whole or in part;
10. The ticket must have been issued by the Texas Lottery in an authorized
manner;
11. The ticket must not have been stolen, nor appear on any list of omitted
tickets or non-activated tickets on file at the Texas Lottery;
12. The Play Symbols, Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket
Number must be right side up and not reversed in any manner;
13. The ticket must be complete and not miscut, and have exactly 22 (twenty-two)
Play Symbols under the latex overprint on the front portion of the ticket,
exactly one Serial Number, exactly one Retailer Validation Code, and exactly
one Pack-Ticket Number on the ticket;
14. The Serial Number of an apparent winning ticket shall correspond with
the Texas Lottery's Serial Numbers for winning tickets, and a ticket with
that Serial Number shall not have been paid previously;
15. The ticket must not be blank or partially blank, misregistered, defective
or printed or produced in error;
16. Each of the 22 (twenty-two) Play Symbols must be exactly one of those
described in Section 1.2.C of these Game Procedures.
17. Each of the 22 (twenty-two) Play Symbols on the ticket must be printed
in the Symbol font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at
the Texas Lottery; the ticket Serial Numbers must be printed in the Serial
font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
and the Pack-Ticket Number must be printed in the Pack-Ticket Number font
and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
18. The display printing on the ticket must be regular in every respect
and correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and
19. The ticket must have been received by the Texas Lottery by applicable
deadlines.
B. The ticket must pass all additional validation tests provided for in
these Game Procedures, the Texas Lottery's Rules governing the award of prizes
of the amount to be validated, and any confidential validation and security
tests of the Texas Lottery.
C. Any Instant Game ticket not passing all of the validation requirements
is void and ineligible for any prize and shall not be paid. However, the Executive
Director may, solely at the Executive Director's discretion, refund the retail
sales price of the ticket. In the event a defective ticket is purchased, the
only responsibility or liability of the Texas Lottery shall be to replace
the defective ticket with another unplayed ticket in that Instant Game (or
a ticket of equivalent sales price from any other current Instant Lottery
game) or refund the retail sales price of the ticket, solely at the Executive
Director's discretion.
2.2 Programmed Game Parameters.
A. Consecutive non-winning tickets will not have identical play data, spot
for spot.
B. No duplicate non-winning Your Numbers play symbols on a ticket.
C. No duplicate Winning Numbers play symbols on a ticket.
D. No 3 or more like non-winning prize symbols on a ticket.
E. No prize amount in a non-winning spot will correspond with the Your
Number play symbol (i.e. and $5).
F. The auto win symbol will never appear more than once on a ticket.
2.3 Procedure for Claiming Prizes.
A. To claim a "I LOVE LUCY" Instant Game prize of $2.00, $4.00, $5.00,
$10.00, $20.00, $50.00 or $200, a claimant shall sign the back of the ticket
in the space designated on the ticket and present the winning ticket to any
Texas Lottery Retailer. The Texas Lottery Retailer shall verify the claim
and, if valid, and upon presentation of proper identification, make payment
of the amount due the claimant and physically void the ticket; provided that
the Texas Lottery Retailer may, but is not, in some cases, required to pay
a $50.00 or $200 ticket. In the event the Texas Lottery Retailer cannot verify
the claim, the Texas Lottery Retailer shall provide the claimant with a claim
form and instruct the claimant on how to file a claim with the Texas Lottery.
If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, a check shall be forwarded
to the claimant in the amount due. In the event the claim is not validated,
the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly. A claimant
may also claim any of the above prizes under the procedure described in Section
2.3.B and Section 2.3.C of these Game Procedures.
B. To claim a "I LOVE LUCY" Instant Game prize of $2,000 or $20,000, the
claimant must sign the winning ticket and present it at one of the Texas Lottery’s
Claim Centers. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, payment will
be made to the bearer of the validated winning ticket for that prize upon
presentation of proper identification. When paying a prize of $600 or more,
the Texas Lottery shall file the appropriate income reporting form with the
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and shall withhold federal income tax at a
rate set by the IRS if required. In the event that the claim is not validated
by the Texas Lottery, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be
notified promptly.
C. As an alternative method of claiming a "I LOVE LUCY" Instant Game prize,
the claimant must sign the winning ticket, thoroughly complete a claim form,
and mail both to: Texas Lottery Commission, Post Office Box 16600, Austin,
Texas 78761-6600. The risk of sending a ticket remains with the claimant.
In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim
shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
D. Prior to payment by the Texas Lottery of any prize, the Texas Lottery
shall deduct a sufficient amount from the winnings of a person who has been
finally determined to be:
1. delinquent in the payment of a tax or other money collected by the Comptroller,
the Texas Workforce Commission, or Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission;
2. delinquent in making child support payments administered or collected
by the Attorney General; or
3. delinquent in reimbursing the Texas Health and Human Services Commission
for a benefit granted in error under the food stamp program or the program
of financial assistance under Chapter 31, Human Resources Code;
4. in default on a loan made under Chapter 52, Education Code; or
5. in default on a loan guaranteed under Chapter 57, Education Code.
E. If a person is indebted or owes delinquent taxes to the State, other
than those specified in the preceding paragraph, the winnings of a person
shall be withheld until the debt or taxes are paid.
2.4 Allowance for Delay of Payment. The Texas Lottery may delay payment
of the prize pending a final determination by the Executive Director, under
any of the following circumstances:
A. if a dispute occurs, or it appears likely that a dispute may occur,
regarding the prize;
B. if there is any question regarding the identity of the claimant;
C. if there is any question regarding the validity of the ticket presented
for payment; or
D. if the claim is subject to any deduction from the payment otherwise
due, as described in Section 2.3.D of these Game Procedures. No liability
for interest for any delay shall accrue to the benefit of the claimant pending
payment of the claim.
2.5 Payment of Prizes to Persons Under 18. If a person under the age of
18 years is entitled to a cash prize of less than $600 from the "I LOVE LUCY"
Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall deliver to an adult member of the minor's
family or the minor's guardian a check or warrant in the amount of the prize
payable to the order of the minor.
2.6 If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize of
more than $600 from the "I LOVE LUCY" Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall
deposit the amount of the prize in a custodial bank account, with an adult
member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian serving as custodian
for the minor.
2.7 Instant Ticket Claim Period. All Instant Game prizes must be claimed
within 180 days following the end of the Instant Game or within the applicable
time period for certain eligible military personnel as set forth in Texas
Government Code Section 466.408. Any prize not claimed within that period,
and in the manner specified in these Game Procedures and on the back of each
ticket, shall be forfeited.
2.8 Disclaimer. The number of prizes in a game is approximate based on
the number of tickets ordered. The number of actual prizes available in a
game may vary based on number of tickets manufactured, testing, distribution,
sales and number of prizes claimed. An Instant Game ticket may continue to
be sold even when all the top prizes have been claimed.
3.0 Instant Ticket Ownership.
A. Until such time as a signature is placed upon the back portion of an
Instant Game ticket in the space designated, a ticket shall be owned by the
physical possessor of said ticket. When a signature is placed on the back
of the ticket in the space designated, the player whose signature appears
in that area shall be the owner of the ticket and shall be entitled to any
prize attributable thereto. Notwithstanding any name or names submitted on
a claim form, the Executive Director shall make payment to the player whose
signature appears on the back of the ticket in the space designated. If more
than one name appears on the back of the ticket, the Executive Director will
require that one of those players whose name appears thereon be designated
by such players to receive payment.
B. The Texas Lottery shall not be responsible for lost or stolen Instant
Game tickets and shall not be required to pay on a lost or stolen Instant
Game ticket.
4.0 Number and Value of Instant Prizes. There will be approximately 8,040,000
tickets in the Instant Game No. 569. The approximate number and value of prizes
in the game are as follows:
A. The actual number of tickets in the game may be increased or decreased
at the sole discretion of the Texas Lottery Commission.
5.0 End of the Instant Game. The Executive Director may, at any time, announce
a closing date (end date) for the Instant Game No. 569 without advance notice,
at which point no further tickets in that game may be sold.
6.0 Governing Law. In purchasing an Instant Game ticket, the player agrees
to comply with, and abide by, these Game Procedures for Instant Game No. 569,
the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), applicable rules
adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced
in 16 TAC, Chapter 401, and all final decisions of the Executive Director.
TRD-200502045
Kimberly L. Kiplin
General Counsel
Texas Lottery Commission
Filed: May 23, 2005
1.0 Name and Style of Game.
A. The name of Instant Game No. 571 is "HOT 7'S". The play style is "key
number match with tripler".
1.1 Price of Instant Ticket.
A. Tickets for Instant Game No. 571 shall be $1.00 per ticket.
1.2 Definitions in Instant Game No. 571.
A. Display Printing - That area of the instant game ticket outside of the
area where the Overprint and Play Symbols appear.
B. Latex Overprint - The removable scratch-off covering over the Play Symbols
on the front of the ticket.
C. Play Symbol - The printed data under the latex on the front of the instant
ticket that is used to determine eligibility for a prize. Each Play Symbol
is printed in Symbol font in black ink in positive except for dual-image games.
The possible black play symbols are: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, $1.00, $2.00,
$3.00, $4.00, $5.00, $10.00, $20.00, $100 or $1,700.
D. Play Symbol Caption - the printed material appearing below each Play
Symbol which explains the Play Symbol. One caption appears under each Play
Symbol and is printed in caption font in black ink in positive. The Play Symbol
Caption which corresponds with and verifies each Play Symbol is as follows:
E. Retailer Validation Code - Three (3) letters found under the removable
scratch-off covering in the play area, which retailers use to verify and validate
instant winners. These three (3) small letters are for validation purposes
and cannot be used to play the game. The possible validation codes are:
Low-tier winning tickets use the required codes listed in Figure 2:16.
Non-winning tickets and high-tier tickets use a non-required combination of
the required codes listed in Figure 2:16 with the exception of ∅, which
will only appear on low-tier winners and will always have a slash through
it.
F. Serial Number - A unique 13 (thirteen) digit number appearing under
the latex scratch-off covering on the front of the ticket. There is a boxed
four (4) digit Security Number placed randomly within the Serial Number. The
remaining nine (9) digits of the Serial Number are the Validation Number.
The Serial Number is positioned beneath the bottom row of play data in the
scratched-off play area. The Serial Number is for validation purposes and
cannot be used to play the game. The format will be: 0000000000000.
G. Low-Tier Prize - A prize of $1.00, $2.00, $3.00, 4.00, $5.00, $6.00,
$7.00, $10.00 or $20.00.
H. Mid-Tier Prize - A prize of $27.00, $47.00, $100 or $300.
I. High-Tier Prize - A prize of $1,700.
J. Bar Code - A 22 (twenty-two) character interleaved two (2) of five (5)
bar code which will include a three (3) digit game ID, the seven (7) digit
pack number, the three (3) digit ticket number and the nine (9) digit Validation
Number. The bar code appears on the back of the ticket.
K. Pack-Ticket Number - A 13 (thirteen) digit number consisting of the
three (3) digit game number (571), a seven (7) digit pack number, and a three
(3) digit ticket number. Ticket numbers start with 001 and end with 250 within
each pack. The format will be: 571-0000001-001.
L. Pack - A pack of "571 HOT 7'S" Instant Game tickets contains 250 tickets,
packed in plastic shrink-wrapping and fanfolded in pages of five (5). Tickets
001 to 005 will be on the top page; tickets 006 to 010 on the next page; etc.;
and tickets 246 to 250 will be on the last page with backs exposed. Ticket
001 will be folded over so the front of ticket 001 and 010 will be exposed.
M. Non-Winning Ticket - A ticket which is not programmed to be a winning
ticket or a ticket that does not meet all of the requirements of these Game
Procedures, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), and
applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery
Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 401.
N. Ticket or Instant Game Ticket, or Instant Ticket - A Texas Lottery "571
HOT 7'S" Instant Game No. 571 ticket.
2.0 Determination of Prize Winners. The determination of prize winners
is subject to the general ticket validation requirements set forth in Texas
Lottery Rule 401.302, Instant Game Rules, these Game Procedures, and the requirements
set out on the back of each instant ticket. A prize winner in the "571 HOT
7'S" Instant Game is determined once the latex on the ticket is scratched
off to expose 12 twelve) Play Symbols. If a YOUR NUMBERS play symbol matches
either HOT NUMBERS play symbols the player wins prize shown for that number.
If a player reveals a "7" play symbol the player wins triple the prize amount
shown for that number. No portion of the display printing nor any extraneous
matter whatsoever shall be usable or playable as a part of the Instant Game.
2.1 Instant Ticket Validation Requirements.
A. To be a valid Instant Game ticket, all of the following requirements
must be met:
1. Exactly 12 (twelve) Play Symbols must appear under the latex overprint
on the front portion of the ticket;
2. Each of the Play Symbols must have a Play Symbol Caption underneath,
unless specified, and each Play Symbol must agree with its Play Symbol Caption;
3. Each of the Play Symbols must be present in its entirety and be fully
legible;
4. Each of the Play Symbols must be printed in black ink except for dual
image games;
5. The ticket shall be intact;
6. The Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket Number must
be present in their entirety and be fully legible;
7. The Serial Number must correspond, using the Texas Lottery's codes,
to the Play Symbols on the ticket;
8. The ticket must not have a hole punched through it, be mutilated, altered,
unreadable, reconstituted or tampered with in any manner;
9. The ticket must not be counterfeit in whole or in part;
10. The ticket must have been issued by the Texas Lottery in an authorized
manner;
11. The ticket must not have been stolen, nor appear on any list of omitted
tickets or non-activated tickets on file at the Texas Lottery;
12. The Play Symbols, Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket
Number must be right side up and not reversed in any manner;
13. The ticket must be complete and not miscut, and have exactly 12 (twelve)
Play Symbols under the latex overprint on the front portion of the ticket,
exactly one Serial Number, exactly one Retailer Validation Code, and exactly
one Pack-Ticket Number on the ticket;
14. The Serial Number of an apparent winning ticket shall correspond with
the Texas Lottery's Serial Numbers for winning tickets, and a ticket with
that Serial Number shall not have been paid previously;
15. The ticket must not be blank or partially blank, misregistered, defective
or printed or produced in error;
16. Each of the 12 (twelve) Play Symbols must be exactly one of those described
in Section 1.2.C of these Game Procedures.
17. Each of the 12 (twelve) Play Symbols on the ticket must be printed
in the Symbol font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at
the Texas Lottery; the ticket Serial Numbers must be printed in the Serial
font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
and the Pack-Ticket Number must be printed in the Pack-Ticket Number font
and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
18. The display printing on the ticket must be regular in every respect
and correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and
19. The ticket must have been received by the Texas Lottery by applicable
deadlines.
B. The ticket must pass all additional validation tests provided for in
these Game Procedures, the Texas Lottery's Rules governing the award of prizes
of the amount to be validated, and any confidential validation and security
tests of the Texas Lottery.
C. Any Instant Game ticket not passing all of the validation requirements
is void and ineligible for any prize and shall not be paid. However, the Executive
Director may, solely at the Executive Director's discretion, refund the retail
sales price of the ticket. In the event a defective ticket is purchased, the
only responsibility or liability of the Texas Lottery shall be to replace
the defective ticket with another unplayed ticket in that Instant Game (or
a ticket of equivalent sales price from any other current Instant Lottery
game) or refund the retail sales price of the ticket, solely at the Executive
Director's discretion.
2.2 Programmed Game Parameters.
A. Consecutive non-winning tickets will not have identical play data, spot
for spot.
2.3 Procedure for Claiming Prizes.
A. To claim a "571 HOT 7'S" Instant Game prize of $1.00, $2.00, $3.00,
$4.00, $5.00, $6.00, $7.00, $10.00, $20.00, $27.00, $47.00, $100 or $300,
a claimant shall sign the back of the ticket in the space designated on the
ticket and present the winning ticket to any Texas Lottery Retailer. The Texas
Lottery Retailer shall verify the claim and, if valid, and upon presentation
of proper identification, make payment of the amount due the claimant and
physically void the ticket; provided that the Texas Lottery Retailer may,
but is not, in some cases, required to pay a $27.00, $47.00, $100 or $300
ticket. In the event the Texas Lottery Retailer cannot verify the claim, the
Texas Lottery Retailer shall provide the claimant with a claim form and instruct
the claimant on how to file a claim with the Texas Lottery. If the claim is
validated by the Texas Lottery, a check shall be forwarded to the claimant
in the amount due. In the event the claim is not validated, the claim shall
be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly. A claimant may also
claim any of the above prizes under the procedure described in Section 2.3.B
and Section 2.3.C of these Game Procedures.
B. To claim a "571 HOT 7'S" Instant Game prize of $1,700, the claimant
must sign the winning ticket and present it at one of the Texas Lottery's
Claim Centers. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, payment will
be made to the bearer of the validated winning ticket for that prize upon
presentation of proper identification. When paying a prize of $600 or more,
the Texas Lottery shall file the appropriate income reporting form with the
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and shall withhold federal income tax at a
rate set by the IRS if required. In the event that the claim is not validated
by the Texas Lottery, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be
notified promptly.
C. As an alternative method of claiming a "571 HOT 7'S" Instant Game prize,
the claimant must sign the winning ticket, thoroughly complete a claim form,
and mail both to: Texas Lottery Commission, Post Office Box 16600, Austin,
Texas 78761-6600. The risk of sending a ticket remains with the claimant.
In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim
shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
D. Prior to payment by the Texas Lottery of any prize, the Texas Lottery
shall deduct a sufficient amount from the winnings of a person who has been
finally determined to be:
1. delinquent in the payment of a tax or other money collected by the Comptroller,
the Texas Workforce Commission, or Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission;
2. delinquent in making child support payments administered or collected
by the Attorney General; or
3. delinquent in reimbursing the Texas Health and Human Services Commission
for a benefit granted in error under the food stamp program or the program
of financial assistance under Chapter 31, Human Resources Code;
4. in default on a loan made under Chapter 52, Education Code; or
5. in default on a loan guaranteed under Chapter 57, Education Code.
E. If a person is indebted or owes delinquent taxes to the State, other
than those specified in the preceding paragraph, the winnings of a person
shall be withheld until the debt or taxes are paid.
2.4 Allowance for Delay of Payment. The Texas Lottery may delay payment
of the prize pending a final determination by the Executive Director, under
any of the following circumstances:
A. if a dispute occurs, or it appears likely that a dispute may occur,
regarding the prize;
B. if there is any question regarding the identity of the claimant;
C. if there is any question regarding the validity of the ticket presented
for payment; or
D. if the claim is subject to any deduction from the payment otherwise
due, as described in Section 2.3.D of these Game Procedures. No liability
for interest for any delay shall accrue to the benefit of the claimant pending
payment of the claim.
2.5 Payment of Prizes to Persons Under 18. If a person under the age of
18 years is entitled to a cash prize of less than $600 from the "571 HOT 7'S"
Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall deliver to an adult member of the minor's
family or the minor's guardian a check or warrant in the amount of the prize
payable to the order of the minor.
2.6 If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize of
more than $600 from the "571 HOT 7'S" Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall
deposit the amount of the prize in a custodial bank account, with an adult
member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian serving as custodian
for the minor.
2.7 Instant Ticket Claim Period. All Instant Game prizes must be claimed
within 180 days following the end of the Instant Game or within the applicable
time period for certain eligible military personnel as set forth in Texas
Government Code Section 466.408. Any prize not claimed within that period,
and in the manner specified in these Game Procedures and on the back of each
ticket, shall be forfeited.
2.8 Disclaimer. The number of prizes in a game is approximate based on
the number of tickets ordered. The number of actual prizes available in a
game may vary based on number of tickets manufactured, testing, distribution,
sales and number of prizes claimed. An Instant Game ticket may continue to
be sold even when all the top prizes have been claimed.
3.0 Instant Ticket Ownership.
A. Until such time as a signature is placed upon the back portion of an
Instant Game ticket in the space designated, a ticket shall be owned by the
physical possessor of said ticket. When a signature is placed on the back
of the ticket in the space designated, the player whose signature appears
in that area shall be the owner of the ticket and shall be entitled to any
prize attributable thereto. Notwithstanding any name or names submitted on
a claim form, the Executive Director shall make payment to the player whose
signature appears on the back of the ticket in the space designated. If more
than one name appears on the back of the ticket, the Executive Director will
require that one of those players whose name appears thereon be designated
by such players to receive payment.
B. The Texas Lottery shall not be responsible for lost or stolen Instant
Game tickets and shall not be required to pay on a lost or stolen Instant
Game ticket.
4.0 Number and Value of Instant Prizes. There will be approximately 15,120,000
tickets in the Instant Game No. 571. The approximate number and value of prizes
in the game are as follows:
A. The actual number of tickets in the game may be increased or decreased
at the sole discretion of the Texas Lottery Commission.
5.0 End of the Instant Game. The Executive Director may, at any time, announce
a closing date (end date) for the Instant Game No. 571 without advance notice,
at which point no further tickets in that game may be sold.
6.0 Governing Law. In purchasing an Instant Game ticket, the player agrees
to comply with, and abide by, these Game Procedures for Instant Game No. 571,
the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), applicable rules
adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced
in 16 TAC, Chapter 401, and all final decisions of the Executive Director.
TRD-200502099
Kimberly L. Kiplin
General Counsel
Texas Lottery Commission
Filed: May 24, 2005
1.0 Name and Style of Game.
A. The name of Instant Game No. 573 is "MONEY STACK". The play style is
"key number match with auto win".
1.1 Price of Instant Ticket.
A. Tickets for Instant Game No. 573 shall be $2.00 per ticket.
1.2 Definitions in Instant Game No. 573.
A. Display Printing - That area of the instant game ticket outside of the
area where the Overprint and Play Symbols appear.
B. Latex Overprint - The removable scratch-off covering over the Play Symbols
on the front of the ticket.
C. Play Symbol - The printed data under the latex on the front of the instant
ticket that is used to determine eligibility for a prize. Each Play Symbol
is printed in Symbol font in black ink in positive except for dual-image games.
The possible black play symbols are: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12,
13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, MONEY BAG SYMBOL, DOLLAR BILL SYMBOL, $1.00,
$2.00, $4.00, $5.00, $10.00, $20.00, $50.00, $200, $2,000 or $20,000.
D. Play Symbol Caption - the printed material appearing below each Play
Symbol which explains the Play Symbol. One caption appears under each Play
Symbol and is printed in caption font in black ink in positive. The Play Symbol
Caption which corresponds with and verifies each Play Symbol is as follows:
E. Retailer Validation Code - Three (3) letters found under the removable
scratch-off covering in the play area, which retailers use to verify and validate
instant winners. These three (3) small letters are for validation purposes
and cannot be used to play the game. The possible validation codes are:
Low-tier winning tickets use the required codes listed in Figure 2:16.
Non-winning tickets and high-tier tickets use a non-required combination of
the required codes listed in Figure 2:16 with the exception of ∅, which
will only appear on low-tier winners and will always have a slash through
it.
F. Serial Number - A unique 13 (thirteen) digit number appearing under
the latex scratch-off covering on the front of the ticket. There is a boxed
four (4) digit Security Number placed randomly within the Serial Number. The
remaining nine (9) digits of the Serial Number are the Validation Number.
The Serial Number is positioned beneath the bottom row of play data in the
scratched-off play area. The Serial Number is for validation purposes and
cannot be used to play the game. The format will be: 0000000000000.
G. Low-Tier Prize - A prize of $2.00, $4.00, $5.00, $10.00 or $20.00.
H. Mid-Tier Prize - A prize of $50.00 or $200.
I. High-Tier Prize - A prize of $2,000 or $20,000.
J. Bar Code - A 22 (twenty-two) character interleaved two (2) of five (5)
bar code which will include a three (3) digit game ID, the seven (7) digit
pack number, the three (3) digit ticket number and the nine (9) digit Validation
Number. The bar code appears on the back of the ticket.
K. Pack-Ticket Number - A 13 (thirteen) digit number consisting of the
three (3) digit game number (573), a seven (7) digit pack number, and a three
(3) digit ticket number. Ticket numbers start with 001 and end with 250 within
each pack. The format will be: 573-0000001-001.
L. Pack - A pack of "MONEY STACK" Instant Game tickets contains 250 tickets,
packed in plastic shrink-wrapping and fanfolded in pages of two (2). Tickets
001 and 002 will be on the top page; tickets 003 and 004 on the next page;
etc.; and tickets 249 and 250 will be on the last page. Please note the books
will be in an A - B configuration.
M. Non-Winning Ticket - A ticket which is not programmed to be a winning
ticket or a ticket that does not meet all of the requirements of these Game
Procedures, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), and
applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery
Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 401.
N. Ticket or Instant Game Ticket, or Instant Ticket - A Texas Lottery "MONEY
STACK" Instant Game No. 573 ticket.
2.0 Determination of Prize Winners. The determination of prize winners
is subject to the general ticket validation requirements set forth in Texas
Lottery Rule 401.302, Instant Game Rules, these Game Procedures, and the requirements
set out on the back of each instant ticket. A prize winner in the "MONEY STACK"
Instant Game is determined once the latex on the ticket is scratched off to
expose 22 (twenty-two) Play Symbols. If a player matches any of YOUR NUMBERS
play symbols to either WINNING NUMBER play symbol the player wins prize shown
for that number. If a player reveals a moneybag play symbol the player wins
prize shown instantly. If a player reveals a dollar bill play symbol the player
wins all 10 prizes shown. No portion of the display printing nor any extraneous
matter whatsoever shall be usable or playable as a part of the Instant Game.
2.1 Instant Ticket Validation Requirements.
A. To be a valid Instant Game ticket, all of the following requirements
must be met:
1. Exactly 22 (twenty-two) Play Symbols must appear under the latex overprint
on the front portion of the ticket;
2. Each of the Play Symbols must have a Play Symbol Caption underneath,
unless specified, and each Play Symbol must agree with its Play Symbol Caption;
3. Each of the Play Symbols must be present in its entirety and be fully
legible;
4. Each of the Play Symbols must be printed in black ink except for dual
image games;
5. The ticket shall be intact;
6. The Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket Number must
be present in their entirety and be fully legible;
7. The Serial Number must correspond, using the Texas Lottery's codes,
to the Play Symbols on the ticket;
8. The ticket must not have a hole punched through it, be mutilated, altered,
unreadable, reconstituted or tampered with in any manner;
9. The ticket must not be counterfeit in whole or in part;
10. The ticket must have been issued by the Texas Lottery in an authorized
manner;
11. The ticket must not have been stolen, nor appear on any list of omitted
tickets or non-activated tickets on file at the Texas Lottery;
12. The Play Symbols, Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket
Number must be right side up and not reversed in any manner;
13. The ticket must be complete and not miscut, and have exactly 22 (twenty-two)
Play Symbols under the latex overprint on the front portion of the ticket,
exactly one Serial Number, exactly one Retailer Validation Code, and exactly
one Pack-Ticket Number on the ticket;
14. The Serial Number of an apparent winning ticket shall correspond with
the Texas Lottery's Serial Numbers for winning tickets, and a ticket with
that Serial Number shall not have been paid previously;
15. The ticket must not be blank or partially blank, misregistered, defective
or printed or produced in error;
16. Each of the 22 (twenty-two) Play Symbols must be exactly one of those
described in Section 1.2.C of these Game Procedures.
17. Each of the 22 (twenty-two) Play Symbols on the ticket must be printed
in the Symbol font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at
the Texas Lottery; the ticket Serial Numbers must be printed in the Serial
font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
and the Pack-Ticket Number must be printed in the Pack-Ticket Number font
and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
18. The display printing on the ticket must be regular in every respect
and correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and
19. The ticket must have been received by the Texas Lottery by applicable
deadlines.
B. The ticket must pass all additional validation tests provided for in
these Game Procedures, the Texas Lottery's Rules governing the award of prizes
of the amount to be validated, and any confidential validation and security
tests of the Texas Lottery.
C. Any Instant Game ticket not passing all of the validation requirements
is void and ineligible for any prize and shall not be paid. However, the Executive
Director may, solely at the Executive Director's discretion, refund the retail
sales price of the ticket. In the event a defective ticket is purchased, the
only responsibility or liability of the Texas Lottery shall be to replace
the defective ticket with another unplayed ticket in that Instant Game (or
a ticket of equivalent sales price from any other current Instant Lottery
game) or refund the retail sales price of the ticket, solely at the Executive
Director's discretion.
2.2 Programmed Game Parameters.
A. Consecutive non-winning tickets will not have identical play data, spot
for spot.
B. No duplicate non-winning Your Numbers play symbols on a ticket.
C. No duplicate Winning Numbers play symbols on a ticket.
D. The win all symbol will only appear as dictated by the prize structure.
E. No prize amount in a non-winning spot will correspond with the Your
Number play symbol (i.e. 5 and $5).
F. The auto win symbol will never appear more than once on a ticket.
G. When the win all symbol appears on a ticket, no Your Number will match
either Winning Number.
2.3 Procedure for Claiming Prizes.
A. To claim a "MONEY STACK" Instant Game prize of $2.00, $4.00, $5.00,
$10.00, $20.00, $50.00 or $200, a claimant shall sign the back of the ticket
in the space designated on the ticket and present the winning ticket to any
Texas Lottery Retailer. The Texas Lottery Retailer shall verify the claim
and, if valid, and upon presentation of proper identification, make payment
of the amount due the claimant and physically void the ticket; provided that
the Texas Lottery Retailer may, but is not, in some cases, required to pay
a $50.00 or $200 ticket. In the event the Texas Lottery Retailer cannot verify
the claim, the Texas Lottery Retailer shall provide the claimant with a claim
form and instruct the claimant on how to file a claim with the Texas Lottery.
If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, a check shall be forwarded
to the claimant in the amount due. In the event the claim is not validated,
the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly. A claimant
may also claim any of the above prizes under the procedure described in Section
2.3.B and Section 2.3.C of these Game Procedures.
B. To claim a "MONEY STACK" Instant Game prize of $2,000 or $20,000, the
claimant must sign the winning ticket and present it at one of the Texas Lottery's
Claim Centers. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, payment will
be made to the bearer of the validated winning ticket for that prize upon
presentation of proper identification. When paying a prize of $600 or more,
the Texas Lottery shall file the appropriate income reporting form with the
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and shall withhold federal income tax at a
rate set by the IRS if required. In the event that the claim is not validated
by the Texas Lottery, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be
notified promptly.
C. As an alternative method of claiming a "MONEY STACK" Instant Game prize,
the claimant must sign the winning ticket, thoroughly complete a claim form,
and mail both to: Texas Lottery Commission, Post Office Box 16600, Austin,
Texas 78761-6600. The risk of sending a ticket remains with the claimant.
In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim
shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
D. Prior to payment by the Texas Lottery of any prize, the Texas Lottery
shall deduct a sufficient amount from the winnings of a person who has been
finally determined to be:
1. delinquent in the payment of a tax or other money collected by the Comptroller,
the Texas Workforce Commission, or Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission;
2. delinquent in making child support payments administered or collected
by the Attorney General; or
3. delinquent in reimbursing the Texas Health and Human Services Commission
for a benefit granted in error under the food stamp program or the program
of financial assistance under Chapter 31, Human Resources Code;
4. in default on a loan made under Chapter 52, Education Code; or
5. in default on a loan guaranteed under Chapter 57, Education Code.
E. If a person is indebted or owes delinquent taxes to the State, other
than those specified in the preceding paragraph, the winnings of a person
shall be withheld until the debt or taxes are paid.
2.4 Allowance for Delay of Payment. The Texas Lottery may delay payment
of the prize pending a final determination by the Executive Director, under
any of the following circumstances:
A. if a dispute occurs, or it appears likely that a dispute may occur,
regarding the prize;
B. if there is any question regarding the identity of the claimant;
C. if there is any question regarding the validity of the ticket presented
for payment; or
D. if the claim is subject to any deduction from the payment otherwise
due, as described in Section 2.3.D of these Game Procedures. No liability
for interest for any delay shall accrue to the benefit of the claimant pending
payment of the claim.
2.5 Payment of Prizes to Persons Under 18. If a person under the age of
18 years is entitled to a cash prize of less than $600 from the "MONEY STACK"
Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall deliver to an adult member of the minor's
family or the minor's guardian a check or warrant in the amount of the prize
payable to the order of the minor.
2.6 If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize of
more than $600 from the "MONEY STACK" Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall
deposit the amount of the prize in a custodial bank account, with an adult
member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian serving as custodian
for the minor.
2.7 Instant Ticket Claim Period. All Instant Game prizes must be claimed
within 180 days following the end of the Instant Game or within the applicable
time period for certain eligible military personnel as set forth in Texas
Government Code Section 466.408. Any prize not claimed within that period,
and in the manner specified in these Game Procedures and on the back of each
ticket, shall be forfeited.
2.8 Disclaimer. The number of prizes in a game is approximate based on
the number of tickets ordered. The number of actual prizes available in a
game may vary based on number of tickets manufactured, testing, distribution,
sales and number of prizes claimed. An Instant Game ticket may continue to
be sold even when all the top prizes have been claimed.
3.0 Instant Ticket Ownership.
A. Until such time as a signature is placed upon the back portion of an
Instant Game ticket in the space designated, a ticket shall be owned by the
physical possessor of said ticket. When a signature is placed on the back
of the ticket in the space designated, the player whose signature appears
in that area shall be the owner of the ticket and shall be entitled to any
prize attributable thereto. Notwithstanding any name or names submitted on
a claim form, the Executive Director shall make payment to the player whose
signature appears on the back of the ticket in the space designated. If more
than one name appears on the back of the ticket, the Executive Director will
require that one of those players whose name appears thereon be designated
by such players to receive payment.
B. The Texas Lottery shall not be responsible for lost or stolen Instant
Game tickets and shall not be required to pay on a lost or stolen Instant
Game ticket.
4.0 Number and Value of Instant Prizes. There will be approximately 11,040,000
tickets in the Instant Game No. 573. The approximate number and value of prizes
in the game are as follows:
A. The actual number of tickets in the game may be increased or decreased
at the sole discretion of the Texas Lottery Commission.
5.0 End of the Instant Game. The Executive Director may, at any time, announce
a closing date (end date) for the Instant Game No. 573 without advance notice,
at which point no further tickets in that game may be sold.
6.0 Governing Law. In purchasing an Instant Game ticket, the player agrees
to comply with, and abide by, these Game Procedures for Instant Game No. 573,
the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), applicable rules
adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced
in 16 TAC, Chapter 401, and all final decisions of the Executive Director.
TRD-200502100
Kimberly L. Kiplin
General Counsel
Texas Lottery Commission
Filed: May 24, 2005
1.0 Name and Style of Game.
A. The name of Instant Game No. 575 is "MULTI-MONEY". The play style is
"key number match with multiplier".
1.1 Price of Instant Ticket.
A. Tickets for Instant Game No. 575 shall be $3.00 per ticket.
1.2 Definitions in Instant Game No. 575.
A. Display Printing - That area of the instant game ticket outside of the
area where the Overprint and Play Symbols appear.
B. Latex Overprint - The removable scratch-off covering over the Play Symbols
on the front of the ticket.
C. Play Symbol - The printed data under the latex on the front of the instant
ticket that is used to determine eligibility for a prize. Each Play Symbol
is printed in Symbol font in black ink in positive except for dual-image games.
The possible black play symbols are: $3.00, $5.00, $10.00,$15.00, $20,00,
$30.00, $50.00, $100, $300, $700, $30,000, 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08,
09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 and MONEY BAG SYMBOL.
D. Play Symbol Caption - the printed material appearing below each Play
Symbol which explains the Play Symbol. One caption appears under each Play
Symbol and is printed in caption font in black ink in positive. The Play Symbol
Caption which corresponds with and verifies each Play Symbol is as follows:
E. Retailer Validation Code - Three (3) letters found under the removable
scratch-off covering in the play area, which retailers use to verify and validate
instant winners. These three (3) small letters are for validation purposes
and cannot be used to play the game. The possible validation codes are:
Low-tier winning tickets use the required codes listed in Figure 2:16.
Non-winning tickets and high-tier tickets use a non-required combination of
the required codes listed in Figure 2:16 with the exception of ∅, which
will only appear on low-tier winners and will always have a slash through
it.
F. Serial Number - A unique 13 (thirteen) digit number appearing under
the latex scratch-off covering on the front of the ticket. There is a boxed
four (4) digit Security Number placed randomly within the Serial Number. The
remaining nine (9) digits of the Serial Number are the Validation Number.
The Serial Number is positioned beneath the bottom row of play data in the
scratched-off play area. The Serial Number is for validation purposes and
cannot be used to play the game. The format will be: 0000000000000.
G. Low-Tier Prize - A prize of $3.00, $5.00, $15.00 or $20.00.
H. Mid-Tier Prize - A prize of $30.00, $50.00, $100 or $300.
I. High-Tier Prize - A prize of $700 or $30,000.
J. Bar Code - A 22 (twenty-two) character interleaved two (2) of five (5)
bar code which will include a three (3) digit game ID, the seven (7) digit
pack number, the three (3) digit ticket number and the nine (9) digit Validation
Number. The bar code appears on the back of the ticket.
K. Pack-Ticket Number - A 13 (thirteen) digit number consisting of the
three (3) digit game number (575), a seven (7) digit pack number, and a three
(3) digit ticket number. Ticket numbers start with 001 and end with 125 within
each pack. The format will be: 575-0000001-001.
L. Pack - A pack of "MULTI-MONEY" Instant Game tickets contains 125 tickets,
packed in plastic shrink-wrapping and fanfolded in pages of one (1). Tickets
001 will be shown on the front of pack; the back of ticket 125 will be revealed
on back of the pack. All packs will be tightly shrink-wrapped. There will
be no breaks between the tickets in a pack. Every other book will reverse
i.e., reverse order will be: the back of ticket 001 will be shown on the front
of the pack and the front of ticket 125 will be shown on the back of the pack.
M. Non-Winning Ticket - A ticket which is not programmed to be a winning
ticket or a ticket that does not meet all of the requirements of these Game
Procedures, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), and
applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery
Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 401.
N. Ticket or Instant Game Ticket, or Instant Ticket - A Texas Lottery "MULTI-MONEY"
Instant Game No. 575 ticket.
2.0 Determination of Prize Winners. The determination of prize winners
is subject to the general ticket validation requirements set forth in Texas
Lottery Rule 401.302, Instant Game Rules, these Game Procedures, and the requirements
set out on the back of each instant ticket. A prize winner in the "MULTI-MONEY"
Instant Game is determined once the latex on the ticket is scratched off to
expose 36 (thirty-six) Play Symbols. A player must reveal YOUR LUCKY NUMBER
play symbol. Each time YOUR LUCKY NUMBER play symbol is revealed within a
game the player wins the prize shown for that game. If a player reveals a
MONEY BAG play symbol the player wins 7 (seven) times the prize shown for
that game. No portion of the display printing nor any extraneous matter whatsoever
shall be usable or playable as a part of the Instant Game.
2.1 Instant Ticket Validation Requirements.
A. To be a valid Instant Game ticket, all of the following requirements
must be met:
1. Exactly 36 (thirty-six) Play Symbols must appear under the latex overprint
on the front portion of the ticket;
2. Each of the Play Symbols must have a Play Symbol Caption underneath,
unless specified, and each Play Symbol must agree with its Play Symbol Caption;
3. Each of the Play Symbols must be present in its entirety and be fully
legible;
4. Each of the Play Symbols must be printed in black ink except for dual
image games;
5. The ticket shall be intact;
6. The Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket Number must
be present in their entirety and be fully legible;
7. The Serial Number must correspond, using the Texas Lottery's codes,
to the Play Symbols on the ticket;
8. The ticket must not have a hole punched through it, be mutilated, altered,
unreadable, reconstituted or tampered with in any manner;
9. The ticket must not be counterfeit in whole or in part;
10. The ticket must have been issued by the Texas Lottery in an authorized
manner;
11. The ticket must not have been stolen, nor appear on any list of omitted
tickets or non-activated tickets on file at the Texas Lottery;
12. The Play Symbols, Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket
Number must be right side up and not reversed in any manner;
13. The ticket must be complete and not miscut, and have exactly 36 (thirty-six)
Play Symbols under the latex overprint on the front portion of the ticket,
exactly one Serial Number, exactly one Retailer Validation Code, and exactly
one Pack-Ticket Number on the ticket;
14. The Serial Number of an apparent winning ticket shall correspond with
the Texas Lottery's Serial Numbers for winning tickets, and a ticket with
that Serial Number shall not have been paid previously;
15. The ticket must not be blank or partially blank, misregistered, defective
or printed or produced in error;
16. Each of the 36 (thirty-six) Play Symbols must be exactly one of those
described in Section 1.2.C of these Game Procedures.
17. Each of the 36 (thirty-six) Play Symbols on the ticket must be printed
in the Symbol font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at
the Texas Lottery; the ticket Serial Numbers must be printed in the Serial
font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
and the Pack-Ticket Number must be printed in the Pack-Ticket Number font
and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
18. The display printing on the ticket must be regular in every respect
and correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and
19. The ticket must have been received by the Texas Lottery by applicable
deadlines.
B. The ticket must pass all additional validation tests provided for in
these Game Procedures, the Texas Lottery's Rules governing the award of prizes
of the amount to be validated, and any confidential validation and security
tests of the Texas Lottery.
C. Any Instant Game ticket not passing all of the validation requirements
is void and ineligible for any prize and shall not be paid. However, the Executive
Director may, solely at the Executive Director's discretion, refund the retail
sales price of the ticket. In the event a defective ticket is purchased, the
only responsibility or liability of the Texas Lottery shall be to replace
the defective ticket with another unplayed ticket in that Instant Game (or
a ticket of equivalent sales price from any other current Instant Lottery
game) or refund the retail sales price of the ticket, solely at the Executive
Director's discretion.
2.2 Programmed Game Parameters.
A. Consecutive non-winning tickets within a book will not have identical
patterns.
B. Non-winning prize symbols will not match a winning prize symbol on a
ticket.
C. No prize symbol will appear more than 2 times on a non-winning ticket.
D. The "Money Bag" symbol will never appear on non-winning tickets.
E. The "Money Bag" symbol will never appear as the "YOUR LUCKY NUMBER".
F. The "Money Bag" symbol will never appear more than once on a ticket.
G. The "Money Bag" symbol will win 7 times the prize amount for that game
and will win as per the prize structure.
2.3 Procedure for Claiming Prizes.
A. To claim a "MULTI-MONEY" Instant Game prize of $3.00, $5.00, $10.00,
$15.00, $20.00, $30.00, $50.00, $100 or $300, a claimant shall sign the back
of the ticket in the space designated on the ticket and present the winning
ticket to any Texas Lottery Retailer. The Texas Lottery Retailer shall verify
the claim and, if valid, and upon presentation of proper identification, make
payment of the amount due the claimant and physically void the ticket; provided
that the Texas Lottery Retailer may, but is not, in some cases, required to
pay a $30.00, $50.00, $100 or $300 ticket. In the event the Texas Lottery
Retailer cannot verify the claim, the Texas Lottery Retailer shall provide
the claimant with a claim form and instruct the claimant on how to file a
claim with the Texas Lottery. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery,
a check shall be forwarded to the claimant in the amount due. In the event
the claim is not validated, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall
be notified promptly. A claimant may also claim any of the above prizes under
the procedure described in Section 2.3.B and Section 2.3.C of these Game Procedures.
B. To claim a "MULTI-MONEY" Instant Game prize of $700 or $30,000, the
claimant must sign the winning ticket and present it at one of the Texas Lottery’s
Claim Centers. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, payment will
be made to the bearer of the validated winning ticket for that prize upon
presentation of proper identification. When paying a prize of $600 or more,
the Texas Lottery shall file the appropriate income reporting form with the
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and shall withhold federal income tax at a
rate set by the IRS if required. In the event that the claim is not validated
by the Texas Lottery, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be
notified promptly.
C. As an alternative method of claiming a "MULTI-MONEY" Instant Game prize,
the claimant must sign the winning ticket, thoroughly complete a claim form,
and mail both to: Texas Lottery Commission, Post Office Box 16600, Austin,
Texas 78761-6600. The risk of sending a ticket remains with the claimant.
In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim
shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
D. Prior to payment by the Texas Lottery of any prize, the Texas Lottery
shall deduct a sufficient amount from the winnings of a person who has been
finally determined to be:
1. delinquent in the payment of a tax or other money collected by the Comptroller,
the Texas Workforce Commission, or Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission;
2. delinquent in making child support payments administered or collected
by the Attorney General; or
3. delinquent in reimbursing the Texas Health and Human Services Commission
for a benefit granted in error under the food stamp program or the program
of financial assistance under Chapter 31, Human Resources Code;
4. in default on a loan made under Chapter 52, Education Code; or
5. in default on a loan guaranteed under Chapter 57, Education Code.
E. If a person is indebted or owes delinquent taxes to the State, other
than those specified in the preceding paragraph, the winnings of a person
shall be withheld until the debt or taxes are paid.
2.4 Allowance for Delay of Payment. The Texas Lottery may delay payment
of the prize pending a final determination by the Executive Director, under
any of the following circumstances:
A. if a dispute occurs, or it appears likely that a dispute may occur,
regarding the prize;
B. if there is any question regarding the identity of the claimant;
C. if there is any question regarding the validity of the ticket presented
for payment; or
D. if the claim is subject to any deduction from the payment otherwise
due, as described in Section 2.3.D of these Game Procedures. No liability
for interest for any delay shall accrue to the benefit of the claimant pending
payment of the claim.
2.5 Payment of Prizes to Persons Under 18. If a person under the age of
18 years is entitled to a cash prize of less than $600 from the "MULTI-MONEY"
Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall deliver to an adult member of the minor's
family or the minor's guardian a check or warrant in the amount of the prize
payable to the order of the minor.
2.6 If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize of
more than $600 from the "MULTI-MONEY" Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall
deposit the amount of the prize in a custodial bank account, with an adult
member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian serving as custodian
for the minor.
2.7 Instant Ticket Claim Period. All Instant Game prizes must be claimed
within 180 days following the end of the Instant Game or within the applicable
time period for certain eligible military personnel as set forth in Texas
Government Code Section 466.408. Any prize not claimed within that period,
and in the manner specified in these Game Procedures and on the back of each
ticket, shall be forfeited.
2.8 Disclaimer. The number of prizes in a game is approximate based on
the number of tickets ordered. The number of actual prizes available in a
game may vary based on number of tickets manufactured, testing, distribution,
sales and number of prizes claimed. An Instant Game ticket may continue to
be sold even when all the top prizes have been claimed.
3.0 Instant Ticket Ownership.
A. Until such time as a signature is placed upon the back portion of an
Instant Game ticket in the space designated, a ticket shall be owned by the
physical possessor of said ticket. When a signature is placed on the back
of the ticket in the space designated, the player whose signature appears
in that area shall be the owner of the ticket and shall be entitled to any
prize attributable thereto. Notwithstanding any name or names submitted on
a claim form, the Executive Director shall make payment to the player whose
signature appears on the back of the ticket in the space designated. If more
than one name appears on the back of the ticket, the Executive Director will
require that one of those players whose name appears thereon be designated
by such players to receive payment.
B. The Texas Lottery shall not be responsible for lost or stolen Instant
Game tickets and shall not be required to pay on a lost or stolen Instant
Game ticket.
4.0 Number and Value of Instant Prizes. There will be approximately 6,000,000
tickets in the Instant Game No. 575. The approximate number and value of prizes
in the game are as follows:
A. The actual number of tickets in the game may be increased or decreased
at the sole discretion of the Texas Lottery Commission.
5.0 End of the Instant Game. The Executive Director may, at any time, announce
a closing date (end date) for the Instant Game No. 575 without advance notice,
at which point no further tickets in that game may be sold.
6.0 Governing Law. In purchasing an Instant Game ticket, the player agrees
to comply with, and abide by, these Game Procedures for Instant Game No. 575,
the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), applicable rules
adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced
in 16 TAC, Chapter 401, and all final decisions of the Executive Director.
TRD-200502047
Kimberly L. Kiplin
General Counsel
Texas Lottery Commission
Filed: May 23, 2005
1.0 Name and Style of Game.
A. The name of Instant Game No. 578 is "FUN 1’S". The play style
is "key number match".
1.1 Price of Instant Ticket.
A. Tickets for Instant Game No. 578 shall be $1.00 per ticket.
1.2 Definitions in Instant Game No. 578.
A. Display Printing - That area of the instant game ticket outside of the
area where the Overprint and Play Symbols appear.
B. Latex Overprint - The removable scratch-off covering over the Play Symbols
on the front of the ticket.
C. Play Symbol - The printed data under the latex on the front of the instant
ticket that is used to determine eligibility for a prize. Each Play Symbol
is printed in Symbol font in black ink in positive except for dual-image games.
The possible black play symbols are: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, $1.00, $2.00,
$3.00, $4.00, $5.00, $6.00, $10.00, $20.00, $30.00, $50.00, $60.00, $200 and
$1,000.
D. Play Symbol Caption - the printed material appearing below each Play
Symbol which explains the Play Symbol. One caption appears under each Play
Symbol and is printed in caption font in black ink in positive. The Play Symbol
Caption which corresponds with and verifies each Play Symbol is as follows:
E. Retailer Validation Code - Three (3) letters found under the removable
scratch-off covering in the play area, which retailers use to verify and validate
instant winners. These three (3) small letters are for validation purposes
and cannot be used to play the game. The possible validation codes are:
Low-tier winning tickets use the required codes listed in Figure 2:16.
Non-winning tickets and high-tier tickets use a non-required combination of
the required codes listed in Figure 2:16 with the exception of ∅, which
will only appear on low-tier winners and will always have a slash through
it.
F. Serial Number - A unique 13 (thirteen) digit number appearing under
the latex scratch-off covering on the front of the ticket. There is a boxed
four (4) digit Security Number placed randomly within the Serial Number. The
remaining nine (9) digits of the Serial Number are the Validation Number.
The Serial Number is positioned beneath the bottom row of play data in the
scratched-off play area. The Serial Number is for validation purposes and
cannot be used to play the game. The format will be: 0000000000000.
G. Low-Tier Prize - A prize of $1.00, $2.00, $3.00, $4.00, $5.00, $6.00
$10.00 or $20.00.
H. Mid-Tier Prize - A prize of $30.00, $60.00, $100 or $200.
I. High-Tier Prize - A prize of $1,000.
J. Bar Code - A 22 (twenty-two) character interleaved two (2) of five (5)
bar code which will include a three (3) digit game ID, the seven (7) digit
pack number, the three (3) digit ticket number and the nine (9) digit Validation
Number. The bar code appears on the back of the ticket.
K. Pack-Ticket Number - A 13 (thirteen) digit number consisting of the
three (3) digit game number (578), a seven (7) digit pack number, and a three
(3) digit ticket number. Ticket numbers start with 001 and end with 250 within
each pack. The format will be: 578-0000001-001.
L. Pack - A pack of "FUN 1’S" Instant Game tickets contains 250 tickets,
packed in plastic shrink-wrapping and fanfolded in pages of five (5). Tickets
001 and 005 will be on the top page; tickets 006 and 010 on the next page;
etc.; and tickets 246 and 250 will be on the last page with back exposed.
Ticket 001 will be folded over so the front of ticket 001 and 010 will be
exposed.
M. Non-Winning Ticket - A ticket which is not programmed to be a winning
ticket or a ticket that does not meet all of the requirements of these Game
Procedures, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), and
applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery
Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 401.
N. Ticket or Instant Game Ticket, or Instant Ticket - A Texas Lottery "FUN
1’S" Instant Game No. 578 ticket.
2.0 Determination of Prize Winners. The determination of prize winners
is subject to the general ticket validation requirements set forth in Texas
Lottery Rule 401.302, Instant Game Rules, these Game Procedures, and the requirements
set out on the back of each instant ticket. A prize winner in the "FUN 1’S"
Instant Game is determined once the latex on the ticket is scratched off to
expose 12 (twelve) Play Symbols. If a player reveals a "1" play symbol in
the play area the player wins the prize shown below it. No portion of the
display printing nor any extraneous matter whatsoever shall be usable or playable
as a part of the Instant Game.
2.1 Instant Ticket Validation Requirements.
A. To be a valid Instant Game ticket, all of the following requirements
must be met:
1. Exactly 12 (twelve) Play Symbols must appear under the latex overprint
on the front portion of the ticket;
2. Each of the Play Symbols must have a Play Symbol Caption underneath,
unless specified, and each Play Symbol must agree with its Play Symbol Caption;
3. Each of the Play Symbols must be present in its entirety and be fully
legible;
4. Each of the Play Symbols must be printed in black ink except for dual
image games;
5. The ticket shall be intact;
6. The Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket Number must
be present in their entirety and be fully legible;
7. The Serial Number must correspond, using the Texas Lottery's codes,
to the Play Symbols on the ticket;
8. The ticket must not have a hole punched through it, be mutilated, altered,
unreadable, reconstituted or tampered with in any manner;
9. The ticket must not be counterfeit in whole or in part;
10. The ticket must have been issued by the Texas Lottery in an authorized
manner;
11. The ticket must not have been stolen, nor appear on any list of omitted
tickets or non-activated tickets on file at the Texas Lottery;
12. The Play Symbols, Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket
Number must be right side up and not reversed in any manner;
13. The ticket must be complete and not miscut, and have exactly 12 (twelve)
Play Symbols under the latex overprint on the front portion of the ticket,
exactly one Serial Number, exactly one Retailer Validation Code, and exactly
one Pack-Ticket Number on the ticket;
14. The Serial Number of an apparent winning ticket shall correspond with
the Texas Lottery's Serial Numbers for winning tickets, and a ticket with
that Serial Number shall not have been paid previously;
15. The ticket must not be blank or partially blank, misregistered, defective
or printed or produced in error;
16. Each of the 12 (twelve) Play Symbols must be exactly one of those described
in Section 1.2.C of these Game Procedures.
17. Each of the 12 (twelve) Play Symbols on the ticket must be printed
in the Symbol font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at
the Texas Lottery; the ticket Serial Numbers must be printed in the Serial
font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
and the Pack-Ticket Number must be printed in the Pack-Ticket Number font
and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
18. The display printing on the ticket must be regular in every respect
and correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and
19. The ticket must have been received by the Texas Lottery by applicable
deadlines.
B. The ticket must pass all additional validation tests provided for in
these Game Procedures, the Texas Lottery's Rules governing the award of prizes
of the amount to be validated, and any confidential validation and security
tests of the Texas Lottery.
C. Any Instant Game ticket not passing all of the validation requirements
is void and ineligible for any prize and shall not be paid. However, the Executive
Director may, solely at the Executive Director's discretion, refund the retail
sales price of the ticket. In the event a defective ticket is purchased, the
only responsibility or liability of the Texas Lottery shall be to replace
the defective ticket with another unplayed ticket in that Instant Game (or
a ticket of equivalent sales price from any other current Instant Lottery
game) or refund the retail sales price of the ticket, solely at the Executive
Director's discretion.
2.2 Programmed Game Parameters.
A. Consecutive non-winning tickets will not have identical play data, spot
for spot.
B. No duplicate non-winning play symbols on a ticket.
C. No duplicate non-winning prize symbols on a ticket.
D. Non-winning play symbols will never occur with the same prize symbols
(i.e. 5 and $5).
2.3 Procedure for Claiming Prizes.
A. To claim a "FUN 1’S" Instant Game prize of $1.00, $2.00, $3.00,
$4.00, $5.00, $6.00, $10.00, $20.00, $30.00, $60.00, $100 or $200, a claimant
shall sign the back of the ticket in the space designated on the ticket and
present the winning ticket to any Texas Lottery Retailer. The Texas Lottery
Retailer shall verify the claim and, if valid, and upon presentation of proper
identification, make payment of the amount due the claimant and physically
void the ticket; provided that the Texas Lottery Retailer may, but is not,
in some cases, required to pay a $30.00, $60.00, $100 or $200 ticket. In the
event the Texas Lottery Retailer cannot verify the claim, the Texas Lottery
Retailer shall provide the claimant with a claim form and instruct the claimant
on how to file a claim with the Texas Lottery. If the claim is validated by
the Texas Lottery, a check shall be forwarded to the claimant in the amount
due. In the event the claim is not validated, the claim shall be denied and
the claimant shall be notified promptly. A claimant may also claim any of
the above prizes under the procedure described in Section 2.3.B and Section
2.3.C of these Game Procedures.
B. To claim a "FUN 1’S" Instant Game prize of $1,000, the claimant
must sign the winning ticket and present it at one of the Texas Lottery’s
Claim Centers. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, payment will
be made to the bearer of the validated winning ticket for that prize upon
presentation of proper identification. When paying a prize of $600 or more,
the Texas Lottery shall file the appropriate income reporting form with the
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and shall withhold federal income tax at a
rate set by the IRS if required. In the event that the claim is not validated
by the Texas Lottery, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be
notified promptly.
C. As an alternative method of claiming a "FUN 1’S" Instant Game
prize, the claimant must sign the winning ticket, thoroughly complete a claim
form, and mail both to: Texas Lottery Commission, Post Office Box 16600, Austin,
Texas 78761-6600. The risk of sending a ticket remains with the claimant.
In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim
shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
D. Prior to payment by the Texas Lottery of any prize, the Texas Lottery
shall deduct a sufficient amount from the winnings of a person who has been
finally determined to be:
1. delinquent in the payment of a tax or other money collected by the Comptroller,
the Texas Workforce Commission, or Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission;
2. delinquent in making child support payments administered or collected
by the Attorney General; or
3. delinquent in reimbursing the Texas Health and Human Services Commission
for a benefit granted in error under the food stamp program or the program
of financial assistance under Chapter 31, Human Resources Code;
4. in default on a loan made under Chapter 52, Education Code; or
5. in default on a loan guaranteed under Chapter 57, Education Code.
E. If a person is indebted or owes delinquent taxes to the State, other
than those specified in the preceding paragraph, the winnings of a person
shall be withheld until the debt or taxes are paid.
2.4 Allowance for Delay of Payment. The Texas Lottery may delay payment
of the prize pending a final determination by the Executive Director, under
any of the following circumstances:
A. if a dispute occurs, or it appears likely that a dispute may occur,
regarding the prize;
B. if there is any question regarding the identity of the claimant;
C. if there is any question regarding the validity of the ticket presented
for payment; or
D. if the claim is subject to any deduction from the payment otherwise
due, as described in Section 2.3.D of these Game Procedures. No liability
for interest for any delay shall accrue to the benefit of the claimant pending
payment of the claim.
2.5 Payment of Prizes to Persons Under 18. If a person under the age of
18 years is entitled to a cash prize of less than $600 from the "FUN 1’S"
Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall deliver to an adult member of the minor's
family or the minor's guardian a check or warrant in the amount of the prize
payable to the order of the minor.
2.6 If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize of
more than $600 from the "FUN 1’S" Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall
deposit the amount of the prize in a custodial bank account, with an adult
member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian serving as custodian
for the minor.
2.7 Instant Ticket Claim Period. All Instant Game prizes must be claimed
within 180 days following the end of the Instant Game or within the applicable
time period for certain eligible military personnel as set forth in Texas
Government Code Section 466.408. Any prize not claimed within that period,
and in the manner specified in these Game Procedures and on the back of each
ticket, shall be forfeited.
2.8 Disclaimer. The number of prizes in a game is approximate based on
the number of tickets ordered. The number of actual prizes available in a
game may vary based on number of tickets manufactured, testing, distribution,
sales and number of prizes claimed. An Instant Game ticket may continue to
be sold even when all the top prizes have been claimed.
3.0 Instant Ticket Ownership.
A. Until such time as a signature is placed upon the back portion of an
Instant Game ticket in the space designated, a ticket shall be owned by the
physical possessor of said ticket. When a signature is placed on the back
of the ticket in the space designated, the player whose signature appears
in that area shall be the owner of the ticket and shall be entitled to any
prize attributable thereto. Notwithstanding any name or names submitted on
a claim form, the Executive Director shall make payment to the player whose
signature appears on the back of the ticket in the space designated. If more
than one name appears on the back of the ticket, the Executive Director will
require that one of those players whose name appears thereon be designated
by such players to receive payment.
B. The Texas Lottery shall not be responsible for lost or stolen Instant
Game tickets and shall not be required to pay on a lost or stolen Instant
Game ticket.
4.0 Number and Value of Instant Prizes. There will be approximately 16,080,000
tickets in the Instant Game No. 578. The approximate number and value of prizes
in the game are as follows:
A. The actual number of tickets in the game may be increased or decreased
at the sole discretion of the Texas Lottery Commission.
5.0 End of the Instant Game. The Executive Director may, at any time, announce
a closing date (end date) for the Instant Game No. 578 without advance notice,
at which point no further tickets in that game may be sold.
6.0 Governing Law. In purchasing an Instant Game ticket, the player agrees
to comply with, and abide by, these Game Procedures for Instant Game No. 578,
the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), applicable rules
adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced
in 16 TAC, Chapter 401, and all final decisions of the Executive Director.
TRD-200502048
Kimberly L. Kiplin
General Counsel
Texas Lottery Commission
Filed: May 23, 2005
1.0 Name and Style of Game.
A. The name of Instant Game No. 579 is "GOLDEN TICKET". The play style
is "key number match with doubler".
1.1 Price of Instant Ticket.
A. Tickets for Instant Game No. 579 shall be $3.00 per ticket.
1.2 Definitions in Instant Game No. 579.
A. Display Printing - That area of the instant game ticket outside of the
area where the Overprint and Play Symbols appear.
B. Latex Overprint - The removable scratch-off covering over the Play Symbols
on the front of the ticket.
C. Play Symbol - The printed data under the latex on the front of the instant
ticket that is used to determine eligibility for a prize. Each Play Symbol
is printed in Symbol font in black ink in positive except for dual-image games.
The possible black play symbols are: $3.00, $6.00, $10.00, $15.00, $30.00,
$50.00, $100, $500, $2,000, $35,000, 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10,
11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 or GOLD BAR SYMBOL.
D. Play Symbol Caption - the printed material appearing below each Play
Symbol which explains the Play Symbol. One caption appears under each Play
Symbol and is printed in caption font in black ink in positive. The Play Symbol
Caption which corresponds with and verifies each Play Symbol is as follows:
E. Retailer Validation Code - Three (3) letters found under the removable
scratch-off covering in the play area, which retailers use to verify and validate
instant winners. These three (3) small letters are for validation purposes
and cannot be used to play the game. The possible validation codes are:
Low-tier winning tickets use the required codes listed in Figure 2:16.
Non-winning tickets and high-tier tickets use a non-required combination of
the required codes listed in Figure 2:16 with the exception of ∅, which
will only appear on low-tier winners and will always have a slash through
it.
F. Serial Number - A unique 13 (thirteen) digit number appearing under
the latex scratch-off covering on the front of the ticket. There is a boxed
four (4) digit Security Number placed randomly within the Serial Number. The
remaining nine (9) digits of the Serial Number are the Validation Number.
The Serial Number is positioned beneath the bottom row of play data in the
scratched-off play area. The Serial Number is for validation purposes and
cannot be used to play the game. The format will be: 0000000000000.
G. Low-Tier Prize - A prize of $3.00, $6.00, $10.00, or $15.00.
H. Mid-Tier Prize - A prize of $30.00, $50.00, $100 or $500.
I. High-Tier Prize - A prize of $2,000 or $35,000.
J. Bar Code - A 22 (twenty-two) character interleaved two (2) of five (5)
bar code which will include a three (3) digit game ID, the seven (7) digit
pack number, the three (3) digit ticket number and the nine (9) digit Validation
Number. The bar code appears on the back of the ticket.
K. Pack-Ticket Number - A 13 (thirteen) digit number consisting of the
three (3) digit game number (579), a seven (7) digit pack number, and a three
(3) digit ticket number. Ticket numbers start with 001 and end with 125 within
each pack. The format will be: 579-0000001-001.
L. Pack - A pack of "GOLDEN TICKET" Instant Game tickets contains 125 tickets,
packed in plastic shrink-wrapping and fanfolded in pages of one (1). Ticket
001 will be shown on the front of the pack; the back of ticket 125 will be
revealed on the back of the pack. All packs will be tightly shrink-wrapped.
There will be no breaks between the tickets in a pack. Every other book will
reverse i.e., reverse order will be: the back of ticket 001 will be shown
on the front of the pack and the front of ticket 125 will be shown on the
back of the pack.
M. Non-Winning Ticket - A ticket which is not programmed to be a winning
ticket or a ticket that does not meet all of the requirements of these Game
Procedures, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), and
applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery
Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 401.
N. Ticket or Instant Game Ticket, or Instant Ticket - A Texas Lottery "GOLDEN
TICKET" Instant Game No. 579 ticket.
2.0 Determination of Prize Winners. The determination of prize winners
is subject to the general ticket validation requirements set forth in Texas
Lottery Rule 401.302, Instant Game Rules, these Game Procedures, and the requirements
set out on the back of each instant ticket. A prize winner in the "GOLDEN
TICKET" Instant Game is determined once the latex on the ticket is scratched
off to expose 33 (thirty-three) Play Symbols. If a player matches any of YOUR
NUMBERS play symbols to any of the GOLDEN NUMBERS play symbols the player
wins prize shown for that number. If a player reveals a GOLD BAR SYMBOL the
player wins double the prize shown. No portion of the display printing nor
any extraneous matter whatsoever shall be usable or playable as a part of
the Instant Game.
2.1 Instant Ticket Validation Requirements.
A. To be a valid Instant Game ticket, all of the following requirements
must be met:
1. Exactly 33 (thirty-three) Play Symbols must appear under the latex overprint
on the front portion of the ticket;
2. Each of the Play Symbols must have a Play Symbol Caption underneath,
unless specified, and each Play Symbol must agree with its Play Symbol Caption;
3. Each of the Play Symbols must be present in its entirety and be fully
legible;
4. Each of the Play Symbols must be printed in black ink except for dual
image games;
5. The ticket shall be intact;
6. The Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket Number must
be present in their entirety and be fully legible;
7. The Serial Number must correspond, using the Texas Lottery's codes,
to the Play Symbols on the ticket;
8. The ticket must not have a hole punched through it, be mutilated, altered,
unreadable, reconstituted or tampered with in any manner;
9. The ticket must not be counterfeit in whole or in part;
10. The ticket must have been issued by the Texas Lottery in an authorized
manner;
11. The ticket must not have been stolen, nor appear on any list of omitted
tickets or non-activated tickets on file at the Texas Lottery;
12. The Play Symbols, Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket
Number must be right side up and not reversed in any manner;
13. The ticket must be complete and not miscut, and have exactly 33 (thirty-three)
Play Symbols under the latex overprint on the front portion of the ticket,
exactly one Serial Number, exactly one Retailer Validation Code, and exactly
one Pack-Ticket Number on the ticket;
14. The Serial Number of an apparent winning ticket shall correspond with
the Texas Lottery's Serial Numbers for winning tickets, and a ticket with
that Serial Number shall not have been paid previously;
15. The ticket must not be blank or partially blank, misregistered, defective
or printed or produced in error;
16. Each of the 33 (thirty-three) Play Symbols must be exactly one of those
described in Section 1.2.C of these Game Procedures.
17. Each of the 33 (thirty-three) Play Symbols on the ticket must be printed
in the Symbol font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at
the Texas Lottery; the ticket Serial Numbers must be printed in the Serial
font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
and the Pack-Ticket Number must be printed in the Pack-Ticket Number font
and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
18. The display printing on the ticket must be regular in every respect
and correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and
19. The ticket must have been received by the Texas Lottery by applicable
deadlines.
B. The ticket must pass all additional validation tests provided for in
these Game Procedures, the Texas Lottery's Rules governing the award of prizes
of the amount to be validated, and any confidential validation and security
tests of the Texas Lottery.
C. Any Instant Game ticket not passing all of the validation requirements
is void and ineligible for any prize and shall not be paid. However, the Executive
Director may, solely at the Executive Director's discretion, refund the retail
sales price of the ticket. In the event a defective ticket is purchased, the
only responsibility or liability of the Texas Lottery shall be to replace
the defective ticket with another unplayed ticket in that Instant Game (or
a ticket of equivalent sales price from any other current Instant Lottery
game) or refund the retail sales price of the ticket, solely at the Executive
Director's discretion.
2.2 Programmed Game Parameters.
A. Consecutive non-winning tickets within a book will not have identical
patterns.
B. Players can win up to fifteen (15) times in this game.
C. No duplicate non-winning YOUR NUMBERS on a ticket.
D. No duplicate Golden Numbers will appear on a ticket.
E. Your Number will never equal the corresponding Prize symbol.
F. The "Gold Bar" symbol will win double the corresponding prize shown
and will win as per the prize structure.
2.3 Procedure for Claiming Prizes.
A. To claim a "GOLDEN TICKET" Instant Game prize of $3.00, $6.00, $10.00,
$15.00, $30.00, $50.00, $100 or $500, a claimant shall sign the back of the
ticket in the space designated on the ticket and present the winning ticket
to any Texas Lottery Retailer. The Texas Lottery Retailer shall verify the
claim and, if valid, and upon presentation of proper identification, make
payment of the amount due the claimant and physically void the ticket; provided
that the Texas Lottery Retailer may, but is not, in some cases, required to
pay a $30.00, $50.00, $100 or $500 ticket. In the event the Texas Lottery
Retailer cannot verify the claim, the Texas Lottery Retailer shall provide
the claimant with a claim form and instruct the claimant on how to file a
claim with the Texas Lottery. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery,
a check shall be forwarded to the claimant in the amount due. In the event
the claim is not validated, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall
be notified promptly. A claimant may also claim any of the above prizes under
the procedure described in Section 2.3.B and Section 2.3.C of these Game Procedures.
B. To claim a "GOLDEN TICKET" Instant Game prize of $2,000 or $35,000,
the claimant must sign the winning ticket and present it at one of the Texas
Lottery’s Claim Centers. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery,
payment will be made to the bearer of the validated winning ticket for that
prize upon presentation of proper identification. When paying a prize of $600
or more, the Texas Lottery shall file the appropriate income reporting form
with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and shall withhold federal income
tax at a rate set by the IRS if required. In the event that the claim is not
validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim shall be denied and the claimant
shall be notified promptly.
C. As an alternative method of claiming a "GOLDEN TICKET" Instant Game
prize, the claimant must sign the winning ticket, thoroughly complete a claim
form, and mail both to: Texas Lottery Commission, Post Office Box 16600, Austin,
Texas 78761-6600. The risk of sending a ticket remains with the claimant.
In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim
shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
D. Prior to payment by the Texas Lottery of any prize, the Texas Lottery
shall deduct a sufficient amount from the winnings of a person who has been
finally determined to be:
1. delinquent in the payment of a tax or other money collected by the Comptroller,
the Texas Workforce Commission, or Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission;
2. delinquent in making child support payments administered or collected
by the Attorney General; or
3. delinquent in reimbursing the Texas Health and Human Services Commission
for a benefit granted in error under the food stamp program or the program
of financial assistance under Chapter 31, Human Resources Code;
4. in default on a loan made under Chapter 52, Education Code; or
5. in default on a loan guaranteed under Chapter 57, Education Code.
E. If a person is indebted or owes delinquent taxes to the State, other
than those specified in the preceding paragraph, the winnings of a person
shall be withheld until the debt or taxes are paid.
2.4 Allowance for Delay of Payment. The Texas Lottery may delay payment
of the prize pending a final determination by the Executive Director, under
any of the following circumstances:
A. if a dispute occurs, or it appears likely that a dispute may occur,
regarding the prize;
B. if there is any question regarding the identity of the claimant;
C. if there is any question regarding the validity of the ticket presented
for payment; or
D. if the claim is subject to any deduction from the payment otherwise
due, as described in Section 2.3.D of these Game Procedures. No liability
for interest for any delay shall accrue to the benefit of the claimant pending
payment of the claim.
2.5 Payment of Prizes to Persons Under 18. If a person under the age of
18 years is entitled to a cash prize of less than $600 from the "GOLDEN TICKET"
Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall deliver to an adult member of the minor's
family or the minor's guardian a check or warrant in the amount of the prize
payable to the order of the minor.
2.6 If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize of
more than $600 from the "GOLDEN TICKET" Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall
deposit the amount of the prize in a custodial bank account, with an adult
member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian serving as custodian
for the minor.
2.7 Instant Ticket Claim Period. All Instant Game prizes must be claimed
within 180 days following the end of the Instant Game or within the applicable
time period for certain eligible military personnel as set forth in Texas
Government Code Section 466.408. Any prize not claimed within that period,
and in the manner specified in these Game Procedures and on the back of each
ticket, shall be forfeited.
2.8 Disclaimer. The number of prizes in a game is approximate based on
the number of tickets ordered. The number of actual prizes available in a
game may vary based on number of tickets manufactured, testing, distribution,
sales and number of prizes claimed. An Instant Game ticket may continue to
be sold even when all the top prizes have been claimed.
3.0 Instant Ticket Ownership.
A. Until such time as a signature is placed upon the back portion of an
Instant Game ticket in the space designated, a ticket shall be owned by the
physical possessor of said ticket. When a signature is placed on the back
of the ticket in the space designated, the player whose signature appears
in that area shall be the owner of the ticket and shall be entitled to any
prize attributable thereto. Notwithstanding any name or names submitted on
a claim form, the Executive Director shall make payment to the player whose
signature appears on the back of the ticket in the space designated. If more
than one name appears on the back of the ticket, the Executive Director will
require that one of those players whose name appears thereon be designated
by such players to receive payment.
B. The Texas Lottery shall not be responsible for lost or stolen Instant
Game tickets and shall not be required to pay on a lost or stolen Instant
Game ticket.
4.0 Number and Value of Instant Prizes. There will be approximately 6,000,000
tickets in the Instant Game No. 579. The approximate number and value of prizes
in the game are as follows:
A. The actual number of tickets in the game may be increased or decreased
at the sole discretion of the Texas Lottery Commission.
5.0 End of the Instant Game. The Executive Director may, at any time, announce
a closing date (end date) for the Instant Game No. 579 without advance notice,
at which point no further tickets in that game may be sold.
6.0 Governing Law. In purchasing an Instant Game ticket, the player agrees
to comply with, and abide by, these Game Procedures for Instant Game No. 579,
the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), applicable rules
adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced
in 16 TAC, Chapter 401, and all final decisions of the Executive Director.
TRD-200502049
Kimberly L. Kiplin
General Counsel
Texas Lottery Commission
Filed: May 23, 2005
1.0 Name and Style of Game.
A. The name of Instant Game No. 582 is "SUPER CASHWORD". The play style
is "key symbol match with a prize legend".
1.1 Price of Instant Ticket.
A. Tickets for Instant Game No. 582 shall be $5.00 per ticket.
1.2 Definitions in Instant Game No. 582.
A. Display Printing - That area of the instant game ticket outside of the
area where the Overprint and Play Symbols appear.
B. Latex Overprint - The removable scratch-off covering over the Play Symbols
on the front of the ticket.
C. Play Symbol - One of the symbols which appears under the Latex Overprint
on the front of the ticket. Each Play Symbol is printed in Symbol font in
black ink in positive. The possible play symbols are: A, B, C, D, E, F, G,
H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z, and ?.
D. Play Symbol Caption - the small printed material appearing below each
Play Symbol which explains the Play Symbol. One and only one of these Play
Symbol Captions appears under each Play Symbol and each is printed in caption
font in black ink in positive. The Play Symbol Caption which corresponds with
and verifies each Play Symbol is as follows:
E. Retailer Validation Code - Three (3) letters found under the removable
scratch-off covering in the play area, which retailers use to verify and validate
instant winners. These three (3) small letters are for validation purposes
and cannot be used to play the game. The possible validation codes are:
Low-tier winning tickets use the required codes listed in Figure 2:16.
Non-winning tickets and high-tier tickets use a non-required combination of
the required codes listed in Figure 2:16 with the exception of ∅, which
will only appear on low-tier winners and will always have a slash through
it.
F. Serial Number - A unique 13 (thirteen) digit number appearing under
the latex scratch-off covering on the front of the ticket. There is a boxed
four (4) digit Security Number placed randomly within the Serial Number. The
remaining nine (9) digits of the Serial Number are the Validation Number.
The Serial Number is positioned beneath the bottom row of play data in the
scratched-off play area. The Serial Number is for validation purposes and
cannot be used to play the game. The format will be: 0000000000000.
G. Low-Tier Prize - A prize of $5.00, $10.00, $15.00 or $20.00.
H. Mid-Tier Prize - A prize of $50.00, $100 or $500.
I. High-Tier Prize - A prize of $1,000, $10,000 or $50,000.
J. Bar Code - A 22 (twenty-two) character interleaved two (2) of five (5)
bar code which will include a three (3) digit game ID, the seven (7) digit
pack number, the three (3) digit ticket number and the nine (9) digit Validation
Number. The bar code appears on the back of the ticket.
K. Pack-Ticket Number - A 13 (thirteen) digit number consisting of the
three (3) digit game number (582), a seven (7) digit pack number, and a three
(3) digit ticket number. Ticket numbers start with 001 and end with 75 within
each pack. The format will be: 582-0000001-001.
L. Pack - A pack of "SUPER CASHWORD" Instant Game tickets contain 75 tickets,
which are packed in plastic shrink-wrapping and fanfolded in pages of one
(1). Ticket 001 will be shown on the front of the pack; the back of ticket
075 will be revealed on the back of the pack. All packs will be tightly shrink-wrapped.
There will be no breaks between the tickets in a pack. Every other book will
reverse i.e., reverse order will be: the back of ticket 001 will be shown
on the front of the pack and the front of ticket 075 will be shown on the
back of the pack.
M. Non-Winning Ticket - A ticket which is not programmed to be a winning
ticket or a ticket that does not meet all of the requirements of these Game
Procedures, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), and
applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery
Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 401.
N. Ticket or Instant Game Ticket, or Instant Ticket - A Texas Lottery "SUPER
CASHWORD" Instant Game No. 582 ticket.
2.0 Determination of Prize Winners. The determination of prize winners
is subject to the general ticket validation requirements set forth in Texas
Lottery Rule 401.302, Instant Game Rules, these Game Procedures, and the requirements
set out on the back of each instant ticket. A prize winner in the "SUPER CASHWORD"
Instant Game is determined once the latex on the ticket is scratched off to
expose 260 (two-hundred sixty) possible play symbols. The player must scratch
off all 18 (eighteen) boxed squares in the YOUR LETTERS to reveal 18 play
symbol letters; then scratch all of the corresponding letters found in the
SUPER CASHWORD puzzle 1 (one) and puzzle 2 (two) play grid area. If a player
scratches at least three (3) complete "words" in the same SUPER CASHWORD the
player wins the corresponding prize indicated in the prize legend for that
game. For each of the 18 play symbol letters revealed in YOUR LETTERS play
area, the player must reveal the identical key play symbol letter in the SUPER
CASHWORD puzzles 1 or puzzle 2 grid play areas. Letters combined to form a
complete "word" must appear in an unbroken horizontal (left to right) sequence
or vertical (top to bottom) sequence of letters within the SUPER CASHWORD
puzzle grid. Only letters within the SUPER CASHWORD puzzle grid that are matched
with the YOUR LETTERS can be used to form a complete "word". The three (3)
small letters outside the squares in the YOUR LETTERS area are for validation
purposes and cannot be used to play SUPER CASHWORD. In the SUPER CASHWORD
puzzle grid, every lettered square within an unbroken horizontal or vertical
sequence must be matched with the YOUR LETTERS to be considered a complete
"word". Words within a words are not eligible for a prize. For example, all
the YOUR LETTERS play symbols S, T, O, N. E, must be revealed for this to
count as one complete "word". TON, ONE or any other portion of the sequence
of STONE would not count as a complete "word". A complete "word" must contain
at least three letters. Letters combined to form a complete "word" must appear
in an unbroken vertical (top to bottom) or horizontal (left to right) string
of letters in the SUPER CASHWORD. To form a complete word, an unbroken string
of letters cannot be interrupted by a block space. Any other words contained
within a complete word are not added or counted for purposes of prize legend.
Every single letter in the vertical or horizontal (left to right)` unbroken
string must: (a) be one of the 18 larger outlined play symbols letters revealed
in the play area, YOUR LETTERS, and (b) be included to form a complete "word".
The possible complete words for this ticket are contained in the SUPER CASHWORD
play area. Each possible complete word must consist of three (3) or more letters
and occupy an entire word space. Players must match all of the play symbol
letters to the identical key play symbols in a possible complete word in order
to complete the word. If the letters revealed form three (3) or more complete
words each of which occupy a complete word space on the SUPER CASHWORD play
area, the player will win the corresponding prize shown in the prize legend
for forming that number of complete words. No portion of the display printing
nor any extraneous matter whatsoever shall be usable or playable as a part
of the Instant Game.
2.1 Instant Ticket Validation Requirements.
A. To be a valid Instant Game ticket, all of the following requirements
must be met:
1. Exactly two-hundred sixty (260) possible Play Symbols must appear under
the latex overprint on the front portion of the ticket;
2. Each of the Play Symbols must have a Play Symbol Caption underneath,
and each Play Symbol must agree with its Play Symbol Caption;
3. Each of the Play Symbols must be present in its entirety and be fully
legible;
4. Each of the Play Symbols must be printed in black ink;
5. The ticket shall be intact;
6. The Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket Number must
be present in their entirety and be fully legible;
7. The Serial Number must correspond, using the Texas Lottery's codes,
to the Play Symbols on the ticket;
8. The ticket must not have a hole punched through it, be mutilated, altered,
unreadable, reconstituted or tampered with in any manner;
9. The ticket must not be counterfeit in whole or in part;
10. The ticket must have been issued by the Texas Lottery in an authorized
manner;
11. The ticket must not have been stolen, nor appear on any list of omitted
tickets or non-activated tickets on file at the Texas Lottery;
12. The Play Symbols, Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket
Number must be right side up and not reversed in any manner;
13. The ticket must be complete and not miscut, and have 139 (one hundred
thirty-nine) possible Play Symbols under the latex overprint on the front
portion of the ticket, exactly one Serial Number, exactly one Retailer Validation
Code, and exactly one Pack-Ticket Number on the ticket;
14. The Serial Number of an apparent winning ticket shall correspond with
the Texas Lottery's Serial Numbers for winning tickets, and a ticket with
that Serial Number shall not have been paid previously;
15. The ticket must not be blank or partially blank, misregistered, defective
or printed or produced in error;
16. Each of the 260 (two hundred sixty) possible Play Symbols must be exactly
one of those described in Section 1.2.C of these Game Procedures.
17. Each of the 260 (two hundred sixty) possible Play Symbols on the ticket
must be printed in the Symbol font and must correspond precisely to the artwork
on file at the Texas Lottery; the ticket Serial Numbers must be printed in
the Serial font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the
Texas Lottery; and the Pack-Ticket Number must be printed in the Pack-Ticket
Number font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas
Lottery;
18. The display printing on the ticket must be regular in every respect
and correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and
19. The ticket must have been received by the Texas Lottery by applicable
deadlines.
B. The ticket must pass all additional validation tests provided for in
these Game Procedures, the Texas Lottery's Rules governing the award of prizes
of the amount to be validated, and any confidential validation and security
tests of the Texas Lottery.
C. Any Instant Game ticket not passing all of the validation requirements
is void and ineligible for any prize and shall not be paid. However, the Executive
Director may, solely at the Executive Director's discretion, refund the retail
sales price of the ticket. In the event a defective ticket is purchased, the
only responsibility or liability of the Texas Lottery shall be to replace
the defective ticket with another unplayed ticket in that Instant Game (or
a ticket of equivalent sales price from any other current Instant Lottery
game) or refund the retail sales price of the ticket, solely at the Executive
Director's discretion.
2.2 Programmed Game Parameters.
A. Consecutive non-winning tickets within a book will not have identical
patterns.
B. Adjacent tickets in a pack will not have identical patterns.
C. Each ticket consists of a Your Letters area and two Crossword Puzzle
Grids.
D.Each Crossword Puzzle Grid will be formatted with at least 1000 configurations
(i.e. puzzle layouts not including words).
E. All Crossword Puzzle Grid configurations will be formatted within a
grid that contains 11 spaces (height) by 11 spaces (width).
F. Each word will appear only once per ticket over both Crossword Puzzle
Grids.
G. Each letter will only appear once per ticket in the YOUR LETTERS play
area.
H. For both Crossword Puzzle Grids on a ticket, each Grid will contain
the following: a) 4 sets of 3 letter words b) 5 sets of 4 letter words c)
3 sets of 5 letter words d) 3 sets of 6 letter words e) 1 set of 7 letter
words f) 2 sets of 8 letter words g) 1 set of 9 letter words. h) 19 words
per puzzle per ticket.
I. There will be a minimum of three (3) vowels in the YOUR LETTERS play
area.
J. The length of words found in the Crossword Puzzle Grid will range from
3-9 letters.
K. Only words from the approved word list will appear in the Crossword
Puzzle Grids.
L. None of the prohibited words (see attached list) will appear horizontally
(in either direction), vertically, (in either direction) or diagonally (in
either direction) in the SUPER CASHWORD puzzle grid.
M. You will never find a word horizontally (in either direction), vertically
(in either direction) or diagonally (in either direction) in the YOUR LETTERS
play area that matches a word in the Crossword Puzzle Grids.
N. Each Crossword Puzzle Grid will have a maximum number of different grid
formations with respect to other constraints. That is, for identically formatted
Crossword puzzles (i.e. the same grid), all "approved words" will appear in
every logical (i.e. 3 letter word = 3 letter space) position, with regards
to limitations caused by the actual letters contained in each word (i.e. will
not place the word ZOO in a position that causes an intersecting word to require
the second letter to be "Z", when in fact, there are no approved words with
a "Z" in the second letter position).
O. No one (1) letter, with the exception of vowels, will appear more than
nine (9) times in the Crossword Puzzle grid.
P. No one Crossword Puzzle Grid on a ticket will match eleven (11) words
or more.
Q. Each ticket may only win one (1) prize per Crossword Puzzle Grid.
R. Three (3) to ten (10) completed words per winning Crossword Puzzle Grid
will be revealed as per the prize structure.
S. NON-WINNING TICKETS: Sixteen (16) to eighteen (18) YOUR LETTERS will
open at least one (1) letter in the SUPER CASHWORD Puzzle Grid.
2.3 Procedure for Claiming Prizes.
A. To claim a "SUPER CASHWORD" Instant Game prize of $5.00, $10.00, $15.00,
$20.00, $50.00, $100, or $500, a claimant shall sign the back of the ticket
in the space designated on the ticket and present the winning ticket to any
Texas Lottery Retailer. The Texas Lottery Retailer shall verify the claim
and, if valid, and upon presentation of proper identification, make payment
of the amount due the claimant and physically void the ticket; provided that
the Texas Lottery Retailer may, but is not, in some cases, required to pay
a $50.00, $100 or $500 ticket. In the event the Texas Lottery Retailer cannot
verify the claim, the Texas Lottery Retailer shall provide the claimant with
a claim form and instruct the claimant on how to file a claim with the Texas
Lottery. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, a check shall be
forwarded to the claimant in the amount due. In the event the claim is not
validated, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
A claimant may also claim any of the above prizes under the procedure described
in Section 2.3.B and 2.3.C of these Game Procedures.
B. To claim a "SUPER CASHWORD" Instant Game prize of $1,000, $10,000 or
$50,000, the claimant must sign the winning ticket and present it at one of
the Texas Lottery’s Claim Centers. If the claim is validated by the
Texas Lottery, payment will be made to the bearer of the validated winning
ticket for that prize upon presentation of proper identification. When paying
a prize of $600 or more, the Texas Lottery shall file the appropriate income
reporting form with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and shall withhold
federal income tax at a rate set by the IRS if required. In the event that
the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim shall be denied
and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
C. As an alternative method of claiming a "SUPER CASHWORD" Instant Game
prize, the claimant must sign the winning ticket, thoroughly complete a claim
form, and mail both to: Texas Lottery Commission, Post Office Box 16600, Austin,
Texas 78761-6600. The risk of sending a ticket remains with the claimant.
In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim
shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
D. Prior to payment by the Texas Lottery of any prize, the Texas Lottery
shall deduct a sufficient amount from the winnings of a person who has been
finally determined to be:
1. delinquent in the payment of a tax or other money collected by the Comptroller,
the Texas Workforce Commission, or Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission;
2. delinquent in making child support payments administered or collected
by the Attorney General; or
3. delinquent in reimbursing the Texas Health and Human Services Commission
for a benefit granted in error under the food stamp program or the program
of financial assistance under Chapter 31, Human Resources Code;
4. in default on a loan made under Chapter 52, Education Code; or
5. in default on a loan guaranteed under Chapter 57, Education Code
E. If a person is indebted or owes delinquent taxes to the State, other
than those specified in the preceding paragraph, the winnings of a person
shall be withheld until the debt or taxes are paid.
2.4 Allowance for Delay of Payment. The Texas Lottery may delay payment
of the prize pending a final determination by the Executive Director, under
any of the following circumstances:
A. if a dispute occurs, or it appears likely that a dispute may occur,
regarding the prize;
B. if there is any question regarding the identity of the claimant;
C. if there is any question regarding the validity of the ticket presented
for payment; or
D. if the claim is subject to any deduction from the payment otherwise
due, as described in Section 2.3.D of these Game Procedures. No liability
for interest for any delay shall accrue to the benefit of the claimant pending
payment of the claim.
2.5 Payment of Prizes to Persons Under 18. If a person under the age of
18 years is entitled to a cash prize of less than $600 from the "SUPER CASHWORD"
Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall deliver to an adult member of the minor's
family or the minor's guardian a check or warrant in the amount of the prize
payable to the order of the minor.
2.6 If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize of
more than $600 from the "SUPER CASHWORD" Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall
deposit the amount of the prize in a custodial bank account, with an adult
member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian serving as custodian
for the minor.
2.7 Instant Ticket Claim Period. All Instant Game prizes must be claimed
within 180 days following the end of the Instant Game or within the applicable
time period for certain eligible military personnel as set forth in Texas
Government Code Section 466.408. Any prize not claimed within that period,
and in the manner specified in these Game Procedures and on the back of each
ticket, shall be forfeited.
2.8 Disclaimer. The number of prizes in a game is approximate based on
the number of tickets ordered. The number of actual prizes available in a
game may vary based on number of tickets manufactured, testing, distribution,
sales and number of prizes claimed. An Instant Game ticket may continue to
be sold even when all the top prizes have been claimed.
3.0 Instant Ticket Ownership.
A. Until such time as a signature is placed upon the back portion of an
Instant Game ticket in the space designated therefor, a ticket shall be owned
by the physical possessor of said ticket. When a signature is placed on the
back of the ticket in the space designated therefor, the player whose signature
appears in that area shall be the owner of the ticket and shall be entitled
to any prize attributable thereto. Notwithstanding any name or names submitted
on a claim form, the Executive Director shall make payment to the player whose
signature appears on the back of the ticket in the space designated therefore.
If more than one name appears on the back of the ticket, the Executive Director
will require that one of those players whose name appears thereon be designated
by such players to receive payment.
B. The Texas Lottery shall not be responsible for lost or stolen Instant
Game tickets and shall not be required to pay on a lost or stolen Instant
Game ticket.
4.0 Number and Value of Instant Prizes. There will be approximately 5,040,000
tickets in the Instant Game No. 582. The approximate number and value of prizes
in the game are as follows:
A. The actual number of tickets in the game may be increased or decreased
at the sole discretion of the Texas Lottery.
5.0 End of the Instant Game. The Executive Director may, at any time, announce
a closing date (end date) for the Instant Game No. 582 without advance notice,
at which point no further tickets in that game may be sold.
6.0 Governing Law. In purchasing an Instant Game ticket, the player agrees
to comply with, and abide by, these Game Procedures for Instant Game No. 582,
the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), applicable rules
adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced
in 16 TAC, Chapter 401, and all final decisions of the Executive Director.
TRD-200502050
Kimberly L. Kiplin
General Counsel
Texas Lottery Commission
Filed: May 23, 2005
1.0 Name and Style of Game.
A. The name of Instant Game No. 593 is "GOLD RUSH". The play style is "key
number match with auto win".
1.1 Price of Instant Ticket.
A. Tickets for Instant Game No. 593 shall be $10.00 per ticket.
1.2 Definitions in Instant Game No. 593.
A. Display Printing - That area of the instant game ticket outside of the
area where the Overprint and Play Symbols appear.
B. Latex Overprint - The removable scratch-off covering over the Play Symbols
on the front of the ticket.
C. Play Symbol - The printed data under the latex on the front of the instant
ticket that is used to determine eligibility for a prize. Each Play Symbol
is printed in Symbol font in black ink in positive except for dual-image games.
The possible black play symbols are: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12,
13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31,
32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, GOLD BAR SYMBOL, $1.00, $5.00, $10.00,
$15.00, $20.00, $25.00, $30.00, $50.00, $100, $150, $300, $500, $1,000 or
$100,000.
D. Play Symbol Caption - the printed material appearing below each Play
Symbol which explains the Play Symbol. One caption appears under each Play
Symbol and is printed in caption font in black ink in positive. The Play Symbol
Caption which corresponds with and verifies each Play Symbol is as follows:
E. Retailer Validation Code - Three (3) letters found under the removable
scratch-off covering in the play area, which retailers use to verify and validate
instant winners. These three (3) small letters are for validation purposes
and cannot be used to play the game. The possible validation codes are:
Low-tier winning tickets use the required codes listed in Figure 2:16.
Non-winning tickets and high-tier tickets use a non-required combination of
the required codes listed in Figure 2:16 with the exception of ∅, which
will only appear on low-tier winners and will always have a slash through
it.
F. Serial Number - A unique 13 (thirteen) digit number appearing under
the latex scratch-off covering on the front of the ticket. There is a boxed
four (4) digit Security Number placed randomly within the Serial Number. The
remaining nine (9) digits of the Serial Number are the Validation Number.
The Serial Number is positioned beneath the bottom row of play data in the
scratched-off play area. The Serial Number is for validation purposes and
cannot be used to play the game. The format will be: 0000000000000.
G. Low-Tier Prize - A prize of $10.00, $15.00, or $20.00.
H. Mid-Tier Prize - A prize of $40.00, $60.00, $100, $250 or $500.
I. High-Tier Prize - A prize of $5,000 or $100,000.
J. Bar Code - A 22 (twenty-two) character interleaved two (2) of five (5)
bar code which will include a three (3) digit game ID, the seven (7) digit
pack number, the three (3) digit ticket number and the nine (9) digit Validation
Number. The bar code appears on the back of the ticket.
K. Pack-Ticket Number - A 13 (thirteen) digit number consisting of the
three (3) digit game number (593), a seven (7) digit pack number, and a three
(3) digit ticket number. Ticket numbers start with 001 and end with 050 within
each pack. The format will be: 593-0000001-001.
L. Pack - A pack of "GOLD RUSH" Instant Game tickets contains 50 tickets,
packed in plastic shrink-wrapping and fanfolded in pages of one (1). Tickets
001 back 050 will be exposed on one side of the pack and ticket front 001
on the other side.
M. Non-Winning Ticket - A ticket which is not programmed to be a winning
ticket or a ticket that does not meet all of the requirements of these Game
Procedures, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), and
applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery
Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 401.
N. Ticket or Instant Game Ticket, or Instant Ticket - A Texas Lottery "GOLD
RUSH" Instant Game No. 593 ticket.
2.0 Determination of Prize Winners. The determination of prize winners
is subject to the general ticket validation requirements set forth in Texas
Lottery Rule 401.302, Instant Game Rules, these Game Procedures, and the requirements
set out on the back of each instant ticket. A prize winner in the "GOLD RUSH"
Instant Game is determined once the latex on the ticket is scratched off to
expose 45 (forty-five) Play Symbols. If a player matches any of YOUR NUMBERS
play symbols to any of the WINNING NUMBERS play symbols the player wins prize
shown for that number. If a player reveals a gold bar play symbol the player
wins $100 instantly. No portion of the display printing nor any extraneous
matter whatsoever shall be usable or playable as a part of the Instant Game.
2.1 Instant Ticket Validation Requirements.
A. To be a valid Instant Game ticket, all of the following requirements
must be met:
1. Exactly 45 (forty-five) Play Symbols must appear under the latex overprint
on the front portion of the ticket;
2. Each of the Play Symbols must have a Play Symbol Caption underneath,
unless specified, and each Play Symbol must agree with its Play Symbol Caption;
3. Each of the Play Symbols must be present in its entirety and be fully
legible;
4. Each of the Play Symbols must be printed in black ink except for dual
image games;
5. The ticket shall be intact;
6. The Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket Number must
be present in their entirety and be fully legible;
7. The Serial Number must correspond, using the Texas Lottery's codes,
to the Play Symbols on the ticket;
8. The ticket must not have a hole punched through it, be mutilated, altered,
unreadable, reconstituted or tampered with in any manner;
9. The ticket must not be counterfeit in whole or in part;
10. The ticket must have been issued by the Texas Lottery in an authorized
manner;
11. The ticket must not have been stolen, nor appear on any list of omitted
tickets or non-activated tickets on file at the Texas Lottery;
12. The Play Symbols, Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket
Number must be right side up and not reversed in any manner;
13. The ticket must be complete and not miscut, and have exactly 45 (forty-five)
Play Symbols under the latex overprint on the front portion of the ticket,
exactly one Serial Number, exactly one Retailer Validation Code, and exactly
one Pack-Ticket Number on the ticket;
14. The Serial Number of an apparent winning ticket shall correspond with
the Texas Lottery's Serial Numbers for winning tickets, and a ticket with
that Serial Number shall not have been paid previously;
15. The ticket must not be blank or partially blank, misregistered, defective
or printed or produced in error;
16. Each of the 45 (forty-five) Play Symbols must be exactly one of those
described in Section 1.2.C of these Game Procedures.
17. Each of the 45 (forty-five) Play Symbols on the ticket must be printed
in the Symbol font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at
the Texas Lottery; the ticket Serial Numbers must be printed in the Serial
font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
and the Pack-Ticket Number must be printed in the Pack-Ticket Number font
and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
18. The display printing on the ticket must be regular in every respect
and correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and
19. The ticket must have been received by the Texas Lottery by applicable
deadlines.
B. The ticket must pass all additional validation tests provided for in
these Game Procedures, the Texas Lottery's Rules governing the award of prizes
of the amount to be validated, and any confidential validation and security
tests of the Texas Lottery.
C. Any Instant Game ticket not passing all of the validation requirements
is void and ineligible for any prize and shall not be paid. However, the Executive
Director may, solely at the Executive Director's discretion, refund the retail
sales price of the ticket. In the event a defective ticket is purchased, the
only responsibility or liability of the Texas Lottery shall be to replace
the defective ticket with another unplayed ticket in that Instant Game (or
a ticket of equivalent sales price from any other current Instant Lottery
game) or refund the retail sales price of the ticket, solely at the Executive
Director's discretion.
2.2 Programmed Game Parameters.
A. Consecutive non-winning tickets will not have identical play data, spot
for spot.
B. No duplicate non-winning Your Numbers on a ticket.
C. No duplicate Winning Numbers on a ticket.
D. No prize amount in a non-winning spot will correspond with the Your
Number play symbol (i.e. 5 and $5).
2.3 Procedure for Claiming Prizes.
A. To claim a "GOLD RUSH" Instant Game prize of $10.00, $15.00, $20.00,
$40.00, $60.00, $100, $250 or $500, a claimant shall sign the back of the
ticket in the space designated on the ticket and present the winning ticket
to any Texas Lottery Retailer. The Texas Lottery Retailer shall verify the
claim and, if valid, and upon presentation of proper identification, make
payment of the amount due the claimant and physically void the ticket; provided
that the Texas Lottery Retailer may, but is not, in some cases, required to
pay a $40.00,$60.00, $100, $250 or $500 ticket. In the event the Texas Lottery
Retailer cannot verify the claim, the Texas Lottery Retailer shall provide
the claimant with a claim form and instruct the claimant on how to file a
claim with the Texas Lottery. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery,
a check shall be forwarded to the claimant in the amount due. In the event
the claim is not validated, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall
be notified promptly. A claimant may also claim any of the above prizes under
the procedure described in Section 2.3.B and Section 2.3.C of these Game Procedures.
B. To claim a "GOLD RUSH" Instant Game prize of $5,000 or $100,000, the
claimant must sign the winning ticket and present it at one of the Texas Lottery’s
Claim Centers. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, payment will
be made to the bearer of the validated winning ticket for that prize upon
presentation of proper identification. When paying a prize of $600 or more,
the Texas Lottery shall file the appropriate income reporting form with the
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and shall withhold federal income tax at a
rate set by the IRS if required. In the event that the claim is not validated
by the Texas Lottery, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be
notified promptly.
C. As an alternative method of claiming a "GOLD RUSH" Instant Game prize,
the claimant must sign the winning ticket, thoroughly complete a claim form,
and mail both to: Texas Lottery Commission, Post Office Box 16600, Austin,
Texas 78761-6600. The risk of sending a ticket remains with the claimant.
In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim
shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
D. Prior to payment by the Texas Lottery of any prize, the Texas Lottery
shall deduct a sufficient amount from the winnings of a person who has been
finally determined to be:
1. delinquent in the payment of a tax or other money collected by the Comptroller,
the Texas Workforce Commission, or Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission;
2. delinquent in making child support payments administered or collected
by the Attorney General; or
3. delinquent in reimbursing the Texas Health and Human Services Commission
for a benefit granted in error under the food stamp program or the program
of financial assistance under Chapter 31, Human Resources Code;
4. in default on a loan made under Chapter 52, Education Code; or
5. in default on a loan guaranteed under Chapter 57, Education Code.
E. If a person is indebted or owes delinquent taxes to the State, other
than those specified in the preceding paragraph, the winnings of a person
shall be withheld until the debt or taxes are paid.
2.4 Allowance for Delay of Payment. The Texas Lottery may delay payment
of the prize pending a final determination by the Executive Director, under
any of the following circumstances:
A. if a dispute occurs, or it appears likely that a dispute may occur,
regarding the prize;
B. if there is any question regarding the identity of the claimant;
C. if there is any question regarding the validity of the ticket presented
for payment; or
D. if the claim is subject to any deduction from the payment otherwise
due, as described in Section 2.3.D of these Game Procedures. No liability
for interest for any delay shall accrue to the benefit of the claimant pending
payment of the claim.
2.5 Payment of Prizes to Persons Under 18. If a person under the age of
18 years is entitled to a cash prize of less than $600 from the "GOLD RUSH"
Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall deliver to an adult member of the minor's
family or the minor's guardian a check or warrant in the amount of the prize
payable to the order of the minor.
2.6 If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize of
more than $600 from the "GOLD RUSH" Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall
deposit the amount of the prize in a custodial bank account, with an adult
member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian serving as custodian
for the minor.
2.7 Instant Ticket Claim Period. All Instant Game prizes must be claimed
within 180 days following the end of the Instant Game or within the applicable
time period for certain eligible military personnel as set forth in Texas
Government Code Section 466.408. Any prize not claimed within that period,
and in the manner specified in these Game Procedures and on the back of each
ticket, shall be forfeited.
2.8 Disclaimer. The number of prizes in a game is approximate based on
the number of tickets ordered. The number of actual prizes available in a
game may vary based on number of tickets manufactured, testing, distribution,
sales and number of prizes claimed. An Instant Game ticket may continue to
be sold even when all the top prizes have been claimed.
3.0 Instant Ticket Ownership.
A. Until such time as a signature is placed upon the back portion of an
Instant Game ticket in the space designated, a ticket shall be owned by the
physical possessor of said ticket. When a signature is placed on the back
of the ticket in the space designated, the player whose signature appears
in that area shall be the owner of the ticket and shall be entitled to any
prize attributable thereto. Notwithstanding any name or names submitted on
a claim form, the Executive Director shall make payment to the player whose
signature appears on the back of the ticket in the space designated. If more
than one name appears on the back of the ticket, the Executive Director will
require that one of those players whose name appears thereon be designated
by such players to receive payment.
B. The Texas Lottery shall not be responsible for lost or stolen Instant
Game tickets and shall not be required to pay on a lost or stolen Instant
Game ticket.
4.0 Number and Value of Instant Prizes. There will be approximately 4,080,000
tickets in the Instant Game No. 593. The approximate number and value of prizes
in the game are as follows:
A. The actual number of tickets in the game may be increased or decreased
at the sole discretion of the Texas Lottery Commission.
5.0 End of the Instant Game. The Executive Director may, at any time, announce
a closing date (end date) for the Instant Game No. 593 without advance notice,
at which point no further tickets in that game may be sold.
6.0 Governing Law. In purchasing an Instant Game ticket, the player agrees
to comply with, and abide by, these Game Procedures for Instant Game No. 593,
the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), applicable rules
adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced
in 16 TAC, Chapter 401, and all final decisions of the Executive Director.
TRD-200502052
Kimberly L. Kiplin
General Counsel
Texas Lottery Commission
Filed: May 23, 2005
1.0 Name and Style of Game.
A. The name of Instant Game No. 604 is "MONTHLY BONUS". The play style
is "key number match with auto win".
1.1 Price of Instant Ticket.
A. Tickets for Instant Game No. 604 shall be $5.00 per ticket.
1.2 Definitions in Instant Game No. 604.
A. Display Printing - That area of the instant game ticket outside of the
area where the Overprint and Play Symbols appear.
B. Latex Overprint - The removable scratch-off covering over the Play Symbols
on the front of the ticket.
C. Play Symbol - The printed data under the latex on the front of the instant
ticket that is used to determine eligibility for a prize. Each Play Symbol
is printed in Symbol font in black ink in positive except for dual-image games.
The possible black play symbols are: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12,
13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31,
32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, DOLLAR BILL SYMBOL, $1.00, $2.00, $4.00, $5.00,
$10.00, $20.00, $50.00, $200, $2,000, $10,000 and $20,000.
D. Play Symbol Caption - the printed material appearing below each Play
Symbol which explains the Play Symbol. One caption appears under each Play
Symbol and is printed in caption font in black ink in positive. The Play Symbol
Caption which corresponds with and verifies each Play Symbol is as follows:
E. Retailer Validation Code - Three (3) letters found under the removable
scratch-off covering in the play area, which retailers use to verify and validate
instant winners. The possible validation codes are:
Low-tier winning tickets use the required codes listed in Figure 2:16.
Non-winning tickets and high-tier tickets use a non-required combination of
the required codes listed in Figure 2:16 with the exception of ∅, which
will only appear on low-tier winners and will always have a slash through
it.
F. Serial Number - A unique 13 (thirteen) digit number appearing under
the latex scratch-off covering on the front of the ticket. There is a boxed
four (4) digit Security Number placed randomly within the Serial Number. The
remaining nine (9) digits of the Serial Number are the Validation Number.
The Serial Number is positioned beneath the bottom row of play data in the
scratched-off play area. The Serial Number is for validation purposes and
cannot be used to play the game. The Serial Number is for validation purposes
and cannot be used to play the game. The format will be: 0000000000000.
G. Low-Tier Prize - A prize of $5.00, $10.00, $12.00, $20.00 or $24.00.
H. Mid-Tier Prize - A prize of $50.00, $60.00 or $200.
I. High-Tier Prize - A prize of $2,000, $20,000 or $10,000/MO ($10,000
per month for 20 years).
J. Bar Code - A 22 (twenty-two) character interleaved two (2) of five (5)
bar code which will include a three (3) digit game ID, the seven (7) digit
pack number, the three (3) digit ticket number and the nine (9) digit Validation
Number. The bar code appears on the back of the ticket.
K. Pack-Ticket Number - A 13 (thirteen) digit number consisting of the
three (3) digit game number (604), a seven (7) digit pack number, and a three
(3) digit ticket number. Ticket numbers start with 001 and end with 075 within
each pack. The format will be: 604-0000001-001.
L. Pack - A pack of "MONTHLY BONUS" Instant Game tickets contains 075 tickets,
packed in plastic shrink-wrapping and fanfolded in pages of one (1). One will
show the front of ticket 001 and back of 075 while the other fold will show
the back of ticket 001 and front of 075.
M. Non-Winning Ticket - A ticket which is not programmed to be a winning
ticket or a ticket that does not meet all of the requirements of these Game
Procedures, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), and
applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery
Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 401.
N. Ticket or Instant Game Ticket, or Instant Ticket - A Texas Lottery "MONTHLY
BONUS" Instant Game No. 604 ticket.
2.0 Determination of Prize Winners. The determination of prize winners
is subject to the general ticket validation requirements set forth in Texas
Lottery Rule 401.302, Instant Game Rules, these Game Procedures, and the requirements
set out on the back of each instant ticket. A prize winner in the "MONTHLY
BONUS" Instant Game is determined once the latex on the ticket is scratched
off to expose 45 (forty-five) Play Symbols. If a player matches any of YOUR
NUMBERS play symbols to any of the LUCKY NUMBERS play symbols the player wins
prize shown for that number. If a player reveals a dollar bill play symbol
the player wins $10,000 per month for 20 years. No portion of the display
printing nor any extraneous matter whatsoever shall be usable or playable
as a part of the Instant Game.
2.1 Instant Ticket Validation Requirements.
A. To be a valid Instant Game ticket, all of the following requirements
must be met:
1. Exactly 45 (forty-five) Play Symbols must appear under the latex overprint
on the front portion of the ticket;
2. Each of the Play Symbols must have a Play Symbol Caption underneath,
unless specified, and each Play Symbol must agree with its Play Symbol Caption;
3. Each of the Play Symbols must be present in its entirety and be fully
legible;
4. Each of the Play Symbols must be printed in black ink except for dual
image games;
5. The ticket shall be intact;
6. The Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket Number must
be present in their entirety and be fully legible;
7. The Serial Number must correspond, using the Texas Lottery's codes,
to the Play Symbols on the ticket;
8. The ticket must not have a hole punched through it, be mutilated, altered,
unreadable, reconstituted or tampered with in any manner;
9. The ticket must not be counterfeit in whole or in part;
10. The ticket must have been issued by the Texas Lottery in an authorized
manner;
11. The ticket must not have been stolen, nor appear on any list of omitted
tickets or non-activated tickets on file at the Texas Lottery;
12. The Play Symbols, Serial Number, Retailer Validation Code and Pack-Ticket
Number must be right side up and not reversed in any manner;
13. The ticket must be complete and not miscut, and have exactly 45 (forty-five)
Play Symbols under the latex overprint on the front portion of the ticket,
exactly one Serial Number, exactly one Retailer Validation Code, and exactly
one Pack-Ticket Number on the ticket;
14. The Serial Number of an apparent winning ticket shall correspond with
the Texas Lottery's Serial Numbers for winning tickets, and a ticket with
that Serial Number shall not have been paid previously;
15. The ticket must not be blank or partially blank, misregistered, defective
or printed or produced in error;
16. Each of the 45 (forty-five) Play Symbols must be exactly one of those
described in Section 1.2.C of these Game Procedures.
17. Each of the 45 (forty-five) Play Symbols on the ticket must be printed
in the Symbol font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at
the Texas Lottery; the ticket Serial Numbers must be printed in the Serial
font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
and the Pack-Ticket Number must be printed in the Pack-Ticket Number font
and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
18. The display printing on the ticket must be regular in every respect
and correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and
19. The ticket must have been received by the Texas Lottery by applicable
deadlines.
B. The ticket must pass all additional validation tests provided for in
these Game Procedures, the Texas Lottery's Rules governing the award of prizes
of the amount to be validated, and any confidential validation and security
tests of the Texas Lottery.
C. Any Instant Game ticket not passing all of the validation requirements
is void and ineligible for any prize and shall not be paid. However, the Executive
Director may, solely at the Executive Director's discretion, refund the retail
sales price of the ticket. In the event a defective ticket is purchased, the
only responsibility or liability of the Texas Lottery shall be to replace
the defective ticket with another unplayed ticket in that Instant Game (or
a ticket of equivalent sales price from any other current Instant Lottery
game) or refund the retail sales price of the ticket, solely at the Executive
Director's discretion.
2.2 Programmed Game Parameters.
A. Consecutive non-winning tickets will not have identical play data, spot
for spot.
B. No more than one winner of $60 and higher per pack.
C. No duplicate non-winning Your Numbers on a ticket.
D. No duplicate Lucky Numbers on a ticket.
E. No more than four like non-winning prize symbols on a ticket.
F. A non-winning prize symbol will never be the same as a winning prize
symbol.
G. No prize amount in a non-winning spot will correspond with the Your
Number play symbol (i.e. 5 and $5).
H. The "dollar bill" and $10,000 prize symbol will only appear on intended
winning tickets as dictated by the prize structure and will only appear with
each other.
2.3 Procedure for Claiming Prizes.
A. To claim a "MONTHLY BONUS" Instant Game prize of $5.00, $10.00, $12.00,
$20.00, $24.00, $50.00, $60.00 or $200, a claimant shall sign the back of
the ticket in the space designated on the ticket and present the winning ticket
to any Texas Lottery Retailer. The Texas Lottery Retailer shall verify the
claim and, if valid, and upon presentation of proper identification, make
payment of the amount due the claimant and physically void the ticket; provided
that the Texas Lottery Retailer may, but is not, in some cases, required to
pay a $50.00, $60.00 or $200 ticket. In the event the Texas Lottery Retailer
cannot verify the claim, the Texas Lottery Retailer shall provide the claimant
with a claim form and instruct the claimant on how to file a claim with the
Texas Lottery. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, a check shall
be forwarded to the claimant in the amount due. In the event the claim is
not validated, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified
promptly. A claimant may also claim any of the above prizes under the procedure
described in Section 2.3.B and Section 2.3.C of these Game Procedures.
B. To claim a "MONTHLY BONUS" Instant Game prize of $2,000, $20,000 or
$10,000/MO ($10,000 per month for 20 years), the claimant must sign the winning
ticket and present it at one of the Texas Lottery’s Claim Centers. If
the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, payment will be made to the bearer
of the validated winning ticket for that prize upon presentation of proper
identification. When paying a prize of $600 or more, the Texas Lottery shall
file the appropriate income reporting form with the Internal Revenue Service
(IRS) and shall withhold federal income tax at a rate set by the IRS if required.
In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim
shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
C. As an alternative method of claiming a "MONTHLY BONUS" Instant Game
prize, the claimant must sign the winning ticket, thoroughly complete a claim
form, and mail both to: Texas Lottery Commission, Post Office Box 16600, Austin,
Texas 78761-6600. The risk of sending a ticket remains with the claimant.
In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim
shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
D. When claiming a "MONTHLY BONUS" Instant Game prize of $10,000 per month
for 20 years, the claimant must choose one of two (2) payment options for
receiving his prize:
1. Monthly via direct deposit to the winner’s account. With this
plan, upon validation of the prize, a payment of $10,000 less any taxes and/or
other offsets or mandatory withholdings required by law, will be made each
month on the first business day of the month for a combined total of $120,000
per year. Monthly payments will be made for a period of 20 years or a total
of 240 monthly payments to reach the total maximum payment of "$2,400, 000".
2. Annually via direct deposit to the winner’s account. With this
plan, upon validation of the prize, a payment of $120,000 less any taxes and/or
other offsets or mandatory withholdings required by law, will be made once
a year on the first business day of the anniversary month of the claim. Annual
payments will be made for a period of 20 years or a total of 20 annual to
reach the total maximum payment of $2,400,000.
3. If a payment falls on a holiday or weekend, the payment will be made
on the following business day.
E. Prior to payment by the Texas Lottery of any prize, the Texas Lottery
shall deduct a sufficient amount from the winnings of a person who has been
finally determined to be:
1. delinquent in the payment of a tax or other money collected by the Comptroller,
the Texas Workforce Commission, or Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission;
2. delinquent in making child support payments administered or collected
by the Attorney General; or
3. delinquent in reimbursing the Texas Health and Human Services Commission
for a benefit granted in error under the food stamp program or the program
of financial assistance under Chapter 31, Human Resources Code;
4. in default on a loan made under Chapter 52, Education Code; or
5. in default on a loan guaranteed under Chapter 57, Education Code.
E. If a person is indebted or owes delinquent taxes to the State, other
than those specified in the preceding paragraph, the winnings of a person
shall be withheld until the debt or taxes are paid.
2.4 Allowance for Delay of Payment. The Texas Lottery may delay payment
of the prize pending a final determination by the Executive Director, under
any of the following circumstances:
A. if a dispute occurs, or it appears likely that a dispute may occur,
regarding the prize;
B. if there is any question regarding the identity of the claimant;
C. if there is any question regarding the validity of the ticket presented
for payment; or
D. if the claim is subject to any deduction from the payment otherwise
due, as described in Section 2.3.D of these Game Procedures. No liability
for interest for any delay shall accrue to the benefit of the claimant pending
payment of the claim.
2.5 Payment of Prizes to Persons Under 18. If a person under the age of
18 years is entitled to a cash prize of less than $600 from the "MONTHLY BONUS"
Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall deliver to an adult member of the minor's
family or the minor's guardian a check or warrant in the amount of the prize
payable to the order of the minor.
2.6 If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize of
more than $600 from the "MONTHLY BONUS" Instant Game, the Texas Lottery shall
deposit the amount of the prize in a custodial bank account, with an adult
member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian serving as custodian
for the minor.
2.7 Instant Ticket Claim Period. All Instant Game prizes must be claimed
within 180 days following the end of the Instant Game or within the applicable
time period for certain eligible military personnel as set forth in Texas
Government Code Section 466.408. Any prize not claimed within that period,
and in the manner specified in these Game Procedures and on the back of each
ticket, shall be forfeited.
2.8 Disclaimer. The number of prizes in a game is approximate based on
the number of tickets ordered. The number of actual prizes available in a
game may vary based on number of tickets manufactured, testing, distribution,
sales and number of prizes claimed. An Instant Game ticket may continue to
be sold even when all the top prizes have been claimed.
3.0 Instant Ticket Ownership.
A. Until such time as a signature is placed upon the back portion of an
Instant Game ticket in the space designated, a ticket shall be owned by the
physical possessor of said ticket. When a signature is placed on the back
of the ticket in the space designated, the player whose signature appears
in that area shall be the owner of the ticket and shall be entitled to any
prize attributable thereto. Notwithstanding any name or names submitted on
a claim form, the Executive Director shall make payment to the player whose
signature appears on the back of the ticket in the space designated. If more
than one name appears on the back of the ticket, the Executive Director will
require that one of those players whose name appears thereon be designated
by such players to receive payment.
B. The Texas Lottery shall not be responsible for lost or stolen Instant
Game tickets and shall not be required to pay on a lost or stolen Instant
Game ticket.
4.0 Number and Value of Instant Prizes. There will be approximately 15,000,000
tickets in the Instant Game No. 604. The approximate number and value of prizes
in the game are as follows:
A. The actual number of tickets in the game may be increased or decreased
at the sole discretion of the Texas Lottery Commission.
5.0 End of the Instant Game. The Executive Director may, at any time, announce
a closing date (end date) for the Instant Game No. 604 without advance notice,
at which point no further tickets in that game may be sold.
6.0 Governing Law. In purchasing an Instant Game ticket, the player agrees
to comply with, and abide by, these Game Procedures for Instant Game No. 604,
the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), applicable rules
adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced
in 16 TAC, Chapter 401, and all final decisions of the Executive Director.
TRD-200502051
Kimberly L. Kiplin
General Counsel
Texas Lottery Commission
Filed: May 23, 2005
Notice of Application for an Amendment to its Designation as an Eligible Telecommunications Carrier Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §26.417 and for an Amendment to its Designation as an Eligible Telecommunications Provider Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §26.418
Notice is given to the public of an application filed with the Public Utility
Commission of Texas on May 18, 2005, for an amendment to its designation as
an eligible telecommunications carrier (ETC) pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive
Rule §26.417, and for an amendment to its designation as an eligible
telecommunications provider (ETP) pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule §26.418.
Docket Title and Number: Application of Grande Communications Networks,
Inc. to Amend its Designation as an Eligible Telecommunications Carrier (ETC)
and to Amend its Designation as an Eligible Telecommunications Provider (ETP).
Docket Number 31109.
The Application: The company is requesting an amendment to its ETC and
ETP designations to include the exchange of Denton, in which Verizon is the
incumbent provider, and in the SugarLand exchange where SugarLand Telephone
is the incumbent provider. The company holds Service Provider Certificate
of Operating Authority Number 60341.
Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public
Utility Commission of Texas by mail at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326,
or by phone at (512) 936-7120 or toll free at 1-888-782-8477 no later than
June 23, 2005. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephones
(TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136 or toll free at 1-800-735-2989.
All comments should reference Docket Number 31109.
TRD-200502031
Adriana Gonzales
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: May 20, 2005
Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission
of Texas of a petition on May 16, 2005, for waiver of denial by the North
American Numbering Plan Administration (NANPA) Pooling Administrator (PA)
of Southwestern Bell Telephone, L.P., d/b/a SBC Texas' (SBC) request for a
full code of numbers to satisfy the request of the Baptist Health System in
San Antonio, Texas.
Docket Title and Number: Application of Southwestern Bell Telephone, L.P.,
d/b/a SBC Texas for a Waiver of Denial of Numbering Resources in the San Antonio
Rate Center. Docket Number 31101.
The Application: SBC submitted an application to the Pooling Administrator
(PA) to provide it with a full code of numbers to satisfy the request of the
Baptist Health System in San Antonio, Texas to meet their business needs.
Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public
Utility Commission of Texas by mail at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326,
or by phone at (512) 936-7120 or toll free at 1-888-782-8477 no later than
June 8, 2005. Hearing and speech- impaired individuals with text telephones
(TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136 or toll free at 1-800-735-2989.
All comments should reference Docket Number 31101.
TRD-200502017
Adriana Gonzales
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: May 19, 2005
Notice of Application for Registration as Approved Third-Party Warranty Company
The commission adopted rules regarding the approval and registration of
third-party warranty companies at 10 TAC §§303.250 - 303.266. The
new rules were adopted pursuant to under new Chapter 430, Property Code (Act
effective Sept. 1, 2003, 78th Leg., R.S., ch. 458, §1.01), which provides
that builders may elect to provide warranties through third-party warranty
companies approved by the commission. The commission rules for approval and
registration of third-party warranty companies can be found on the commission's
website at www.trcc.state.tx.us.
Title 10 Texas Administrative Code §303.255 requires the commission
to publish in the
Texas Register
notice of
the application of each person seeking to become registered under this subchapter.
The commission will accept public comment on each application for twenty-one
(21) days after the date of publication of the notice. Information provided
in response to this notice will be utilized in evaluating the applicants for
approval. Approved third-party warranty companies will be listed on the commission's
website.
Pursuant to 10 TAC §303.255 the commission hereby notices the application
of:
StrucSure Home Warranty, LLC, 11 W. Hampden Avenue, Suite 201, Englewood,
Colorado 80110. The applicant has identified Gerald M. Thompson, 11 W. Hampden
Avenue, Suite 201, Englewood, Colorado 80110, as its registered agent.
Interested persons may send written comments regarding this application
to Susan K. Durso, General Counsel, The Texas Residential Construction Commission,
P.O. Box 13144, Austin, TX 78711-3144. Comments regarding this application
will be accepted for twenty-one days following the date of publication of
this notice in the
Texas Register
. Thereafter,
the comments will not be considered as timely filed.
TRD-200501998
Susan Durso
General Counsel
Texas Residential Construction Commission
Filed: May 18, 2005
The commission adopted rules regarding the approval and registration of
third-party warranty companies at 10 TAC §§303.250 - 303.266. The
new rules were adopted pursuant to under new Chapter 430, Property Code (Act
effective Sept. 1, 2003, 78th Leg., R.S., ch. 458, §1.01), which provides
that builders may elect to provide warranties through third-party warranty
companies approved by the commission. The commission rules for approval and
registration of third-party warranty companies can be found on the commission's
website at www.trcc.state.tx.us
Title 10 Texas Administrative Code §303.255 requires the commission
to publish in the
Texas Register
notice of
the application of each person seeking to become registered under this subchapter.
The commission will accept public comment on each application for twenty-one
(21) days after the date of publication of the notice. Information provided
in response to this notice will be utilized in evaluating the applicants for
approval. Approved third-party warranty companies will be listed on the commission's
website.
Pursuant to 10 TAC §303.255 the commission hereby notices the application
of:
American Construction & Education Services, Inc., doing business as
ACES Builders' Warranty, 10235 W. Little York, Suite 260, Houston, Texas 77040.
The applicant has identified Leslie H. Woods, 10235 W. Little York, Suite
260, Houston, Texas 77040, as its registered agent.
Interested persons may send written comments regarding this application
to Susan K. Durso, General Counsel, The Texas Residential Construction Commission,
P.O. Box 13144, Austin, TX 78711-3144. Comments regarding this application
will be accepted for twenty-one days following the date of publication of
this notice in the
Texas Register
. Thereafter,
the comments will not be considered as timely filed.
TRD-200502038
Susan Durso
General Counsel
Texas Residential Construction Commission
Filed: May 20, 2005
The commission adopted rules regarding the approval and registration of
third-party warranty companies at 10 TAC §§303.250 - 303.266. The
new rules were adopted pursuant to under new Chapter 430, Property Code (Act
effective Sept. 1, 2003, 78th Leg., R.S., ch. 458, §1.01), which provides
that builders may elect to provide warranties through third-party warranty
companies approved by the commission. The commission rules for approval and
registration of third-party warranty companies can be found on the commission's
website at www.trcc.state.tx.us
Title 10 Texas Administrative Code §303.255 requires the commission
to publish in the
Texas Register
notice of
the application of each person seeking to become registered under this subchapter.
The commission will accept public comment on each application for twenty-one
(21) days after the date of publication of the notice. Information provided
in response to this notice will be utilized in evaluating the applicants for
approval. Approved third-party warranty companies will be listed on the commission's
website.
Pursuant to 10 TAC §303.255 the commission hereby notices the application
of:
Bonded Builders Home Warranty Association of Texas, 1500 Kings Hwy., Port
Charlotte, Florida 33980. Bonded Builders Home Warranty Association of Texas
is insured by Bankers Insurance Company. The applicant has identified Joseph
W. Kinker, 6009 West Interstate 20, Arlington, Texas 76017, as its registered
agent.
Interested persons may send written comments regarding this application
to Susan K. Durso, General Counsel, The Texas Residential Construction Commission,
P.O. Box 13144, Austin, TX 78711-3144. Comments regarding this application
will be accepted for twenty-one days following the date of publication of
this notice in the
Texas Register
. Thereafter,
the comments will not be considered as timely filed.
TRD-200502105
Susan Durso
General Counsel
Texas Residential Construction Commission
Filed: May 25, 2005
Notice of Correction in the Publication of Proposed Rules for the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners
The State Board of Social Worker Examiners published proposed repeals and
new rules to 22 Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 781, in the May 20, 2005,
issue of the
Texas Register
(30 TexReg 2972).
In the publication, Deborah Hammond, LMSW-ACP, was incorrectly identified
as the Board Chair. This notice correctly identifies the present Chair and
certifying official for these rules as Jeannie McGuire, LBSW.
Any further questions concerning the rules may be directed to Andrew T.
Marks, LMSW, Executive Director, State Board of Social Worker Examiners, Department
of State Health Services, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512)
719-3521.
TRD-200502039
Jeannie McGuire, LBSW
Chair
Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners
Filed: May 23, 2005
Public Notice--Aviation
Pursuant to Transportation Code, §21.111, and Title 43, Texas Administrative
Code, §30.209, the Texas Department of Transportation conducts public
hearings to receive comments from interested parties concerning proposed approval
of various aviation projects.
For information regarding actions and times for aviation public hearings,
please go to the following web site:
http://www.dot.state.tx.us
. Click on Aviation, then click on Aviation Public Hearing. Or, contact
Joyce Moulton, Aviation Division, 150 East Riverside, Austin, Texas 78704,
(512) 416-4501 or 800-68- PILOT.
TRD-200502066
Joanne Wright
Associate General Counsel
Texas Department of Transportation
Filed: May 23, 2005
The City of Burnet, through its agent, the Texas Department of Transportation
(TxDOT), intends to engage an aviation professional engineering firm for services
pursuant to Government Code, Chapter 2254, Subchapter A. TxDOT Aviation Division
will solicit and receive proposals for professional aviation engineering design
services described below.
Airport Sponsor: City of Burnet, Kate Craddock Field Airport. TxDOT CSJ
No.: 0514BRNET. Scope: Provide engineering/design services for site development
and associated utilities and appurtenances for a pre-engineered metal aircraft
hangar building system with hangar access paving at the Burnet Municipal -
Kate Craddock Field Airport.
The DBE goal is set at 6%. TxDOT Project Manager is Megan Caffall.
To assist in your proposal preparation the most recent Airport Layout Plan,
5010 drawing and project narrative are available online at
www.dot.state.tx.us/avn/avninfo/notice/consult/index.htm
by selecting
"Burnet".
Interested firms shall utilize the latest version of Form AVN-550, titled
"Aviation Engineering Services Proposal". The form may be requested from TxDOT,
Aviation Division, 125 E. 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78701-2483, phone number
1-800-68-PILOT (74568). The form may be emailed by request or downloaded from
the TxDOT web site, URL address
http://www.dot.state.tx.us/avn/avn550.doc
. The form may not be altered in any way. All printing must be in black
on white paper, except for the optional illustration page. Firms must carefully
follow the instructions provided on each page of the form. Proposals may not
exceed the number of pages in the proposal format. The proposal format consists
of seven pages of data plus two optional pages consisting of an illustration
page and a proposal summary page. Proposals shall be stapled but not bound
in any other fashion. PROPOSALS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN ANY OTHER FORMAT.
To ensure utilization of the latest version of Form AVN-550, firms are encouraged
to download Form AVN-550 from the TxDOT website as addressed above. Utilization
of Form AVN-550 from a previous download may not be the exact same format.
Form AVN-550 is an MS Word Template.
Five completed, unfolded copies of Form AVN 550 must be postmarked by U.
S. Mail by midnight June 24, 2005. (CDT). Mailing address: TxDOT, Aviation
Division, 125 E. 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78701-2483. Overnight delivery
must be received by 4:00 p.m. (CDT) on June 27, 2005. Overnight address: TxDOT,
Aviation Division, 200 E. Riverside Drive, Austin, Texas 78704. Hand delivery
must be received by 4:00 p.m. June 27, 2005 (CDT). Hand delivery address:
150 E. Riverside Drive, 5th Floor, South Tower, Austin, Texas 78704. Electronic
facsimiles or forms sent by email will not be accepted. Please mark the envelope
of the forms to the attention of Edie Stimach.
The consultant selection committee will be composed of local government
members. The final selection by the committee will generally be made following
the completion of review of proposals. The committee will review all proposals
and rate and rank each. The criteria for evaluating engineering proposals
can be found at
www.dot.state.tx.us/business/avnconsultinfo.htm
. All firms will be notified and the top rated firm will be contacted
to begin fee negotiations. The selection committee does, however, reserve
the right to conduct interviews of the top rated firms if the committee deems
it necessary. In such case, selection will be made following interviews.
If there are any procedural questions, please contact Edie Stimach, Grant
Manager, or Megan Caffall, Project Manager for technical questions at 1-800-68-PILOT
(74568).
TRD-200502083
Joanne Wright
Associate General Counsel
Texas Department of Transportation
Filed: May 24, 2005
The County of Fayette, through its agent, the Texas Department of Transportation
(TxDOT), intends to engage an aviation professional engineering firm for services
pursuant to Government Code, Chapter 2254, Subchapter A. TxDOT, Aviation Division
will solicit and receive proposals for professional aviation engineering design
services described below.
Airport Sponsor: Fayette County, Fayette Regional Air Center. TxDOT CSJ
No.: 05HGLAGRA Scope: Provide engineering/design services for site development
and associated utilities and appurtenances for a pre-engineered metal aircraft
hangar building system at the Fayette Regional Air Center.
The DBE goal is set at 0%. TxDOT Project Manager is Megan Caffall.
To assist in your proposal preparation the most recent Airport Layout Plan,
5010 drawing, and project narrative are available online at
www.dot.state.tx.us/avn/avninfo/notice/consult/index.htm
by selecting
"Fayette Regional Air Center".
Interested firms shall utilize the latest version of Form AVN-550, titled
"Aviation Engineering Services Proposal". The form may be requested from TxDOT,
Aviation Division, 125 E. 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78701-2483, phone number,
1-800-68-PILOT (74568). The form may be emailed by request or downloaded from
the TxDOT web site, URL address
http://www.dot.state.tx.us/avn/avn550.doc
. The form may not be altered in any way. All printing must be in black
on white paper, except for the optional illustration page. Firms must carefully
follow the instructions provided on each page of the form. Proposals may not
exceed the number of pages in the proposal format. The proposal format consists
of seven pages of data plus two optional pages consisting of an illustration
page and a proposal summary page. Proposals shall be stapled but not bound
in any other fashion. PROPOSALS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN ANY OTHER FORMAT.
To ensure utilization of the latest version of Form AVN-550, firms are encouraged
to download Form AVN-550 from the TxDOT website as addressed above. Utilization
of Form AVN-550 from a previous download may not be the exact same format.
Form AVN-550 is an MS Word Template.
Four completed, unfolded copies of Form AVN 550 must be postmarked by U.
S. Mail by midnight June 24, 2005. (CDT). Mailing address: TxDOT, Aviation
Division, 125 E. 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78701-2483. Overnight delivery
must be received by 4:00 p.m. (CDT) on June 27, 2005. Overnight address: TxDOT,
Aviation Division, 200 E. Riverside Drive, Austin, Texas 78704. Hand delivery
must be received by 4:00 p.m. June 27, 2005 (CDT). Hand delivery address:
150 E. Riverside Drive, 5th Floor, South Tower, Austin, Texas 78704. Electronic
facsimiles or forms sent by email will not be accepted. Please mark the envelope
of the forms to the attention of Edie Stimach.
The consultant selection committee will be composed of local government
members. The final selection by the committee will generally be made following
the completion of review of proposals. The committee will review all proposals
and rate and rank each. The criteria for evaluating engineering proposals
can be found at
www.dot.state.tx.us/business/avnconsultinfo.htm
. All firms will be notified and the top rated firm will be contacted
to begin fee negotiations. The selection committee does, however, reserve
the right to conduct interviews of the top rated firms if the committee deems
it necessary. In such case, selection will be made following interviews.
If there are any procedural questions, please contact Edie Stimach, Grant
Manager, or Megan Caffall, Project Manager for technical questions at 1-800-68-PILOT
(74568).
TRD-200502084
Joanne Wright
Associate General Counsel
Texas Department of Transportation
Filed: May 24, 2005
The County of Scurry through its agent, the Texas Department of Transportation
(TxDOT), intends to engage an aviation professional engineering firm for services
pursuant to Government Code, Chapter 2254, Subchapter A. TxDOT, Aviation Division
will solicit and receive proposals for professional aviation engineering design
services described below:
Airport Sponsor: Scurry County, Winston Field. TxDOT CSJ No.: 05HGSNYDR.
Scope: Provide engineering/design services for site development and associated
appurtenances for a pre-engineered metal aircraft hangar building system with
concrete apron and taxiway access paving at the Winston Field Airport.
The DBE goal is set at 0%. TxDOT Project Manager is Megan Caffall.
To assist in your proposal preparation the most recent Airport Layout Plan,
5010 drawing and project narrative are available online at
www.dot.state.tx.us/avn/avninfo/notice/consult/index.htm
by selecting
"Scurry County Airport-Winston Field".
Interested firms shall utilize the latest version of Form AVN-550, titled
"Aviation Engineering Services Proposal". The form may be requested from TxDOT,
Aviation Division, 125 E. 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78701-2483, phone number,
1-800-68-PILOT (74568). The form may be emailed by request or downloaded from
the TxDOT web site, URL address
http://www.dot.state.tx.us/avn/avn550.doc
. The form may not be altered in any way. All printing must be in black
on white paper, except for the optional illustration page. Firms must carefully
follow the instructions provided on each page of the form. Proposals may not
exceed the number of pages in the proposal format. The proposal format consists
of seven pages of data plus two optional pages consisting of an illustration
page and a proposal summary page. Proposals shall be stapled but not bound
in any other fashion. PROPOSALS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN ANY OTHER FORMAT.
To ensure utilization of the latest version of Form AVN-550, firms are encouraged
to download Form AVN-550 from the TxDOT website as addressed above. Utilization
of Form AVN-550 from a previous download may not be the exact same format.
Form AVN-550 is an MS Word Template.
Eight completed, unfolded copies of Form AVN 550 must be postmarked by
U. S. Mail by midnight June 24, 2005 (CDT). Mailing address: TxDOT, Aviation
Division, 125 E. 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78701-2483. Overnight delivery
must be received by 4:00 p.m. (CDT) on June 27, 2005. Overnight address: TxDOT,
Aviation Division, 200 E. Riverside Drive, Austin, Texas 78704. Hand delivery
must be received by 4:00 p.m. June 27, 2005 (CDT). Hand delivery address:
150 E. Riverside Drive, 5th Floor, South Tower, Austin, Texas 78704. Electronic
facsimiles or forms sent by email will not be accepted. Please mark the envelope
of the forms to the attention of Edie Stimach.
The consultant selection committee will be composed of local government
members. The final selection by the committee will generally be made following
the completion of review of proposals. The committee will review all proposals
and rate and rank each. The criteria for evaluating engineering proposals
can be found at
www.dot.state.tx.us/business/avnconsultinfo.htm
. All firms will be notified and the top rated firm will be contacted
to begin fee negotiations. The selection committee does, however, reserve
the right to conduct interviews for the top rated firms if the committee deems
it necessary. In such case, selection will be made following interviews.
If there are any procedural questions, please contact Edie Stimach, Grant
Manage or Megan Caffall., Project Manager for technical questions at 1-800-68-PILOT
(74568).
TRD-200502085
Joanne Wright
Associate General Counsel
Texas Department of Transportation
Filed: May 24, 2005
Notice of Intent to Seek Consultant Services
The University of Texas at San Antonio, pursuant to the provisions of the
An award for the services specified herein will be made following a procedure
using competitive sealed proposals.
Parties interested in a copy of the Request for Proposal should contact:
Mr. Bernard Leiter
Senior Buyer
Materials Management Department
The University of Texas at San Antonio
6900 N. Loop 1604 West
San Antonio, TX 78249
Phone: (210) 458-4066
Fax: (210) 458-4061
Email: Bernard.leiter@utsa.edu
An original and five (5) copies of the proposal must be submitted by the
Proposal submission deadline of June 15, 2005 at 2:30 P.M. Central Standard
Daylight Time, San Antonio, Texas to Mr. Bernard Leiter at the address listed
above.
TRD-200502118
Francie A. Frederick
Counsel and Secretary to the Board
The University of Texas System
Filed: May 25, 2005
The University of Texas System ("University"), in accordance with the provisions
of
Texas Government Code
, Chapter 2254, has
amended a Consultant Contract with Kelly, Anderson and Associates, Inc. ("Consultant"),
for consulting services more particularly described in the Invitation for
Proposals for Consulting Services (the "Invitation"), published in the
Project Description:
Consultant previously provided services concerning a possible University
bid submission to the U.S. Department of Energy ("DOE") to manage and operate
the Sandia National Laboratories. In accordance with an Invitation and Consultant's
response thereto, under the Restated Contract, Consultant is providing University
with (1) consulting services related to a possible bid submission to DOE to
manage the Los Alamos National Laboratory, and (2) other related necessary
and appropriate services as requested by University in writing from time to
time. A final Request for Proposal from DOE concerning the Los Alamos competition
was released in May 2005 and the current Amendment to the Contract will increase
the budgeted amount to cover the additional work anticipated.
Name and Address of Consultant:
Kelly, Anderson & Associates, Inc. 424 N. Washington Street Alexandria,
Virginia 22314
Total Value of the Contract:
Consultant will be paid for Los Alamos-related work for actual hours incurred
by Consultant's personnel directly and solely in support of such additional
services at the rates specified in the Restated Contract. Consultant shall
also be reimbursed at cost for reasonable expenses and disbursements validly
incurred directly and solely in support of the Restated Contract. The current
Amendment to the Contract increases the cumulative amount of payments remitted
by University to Consultant for services and reimbursement for expenses and
disbursements related to the Restated Contract. The new amount for the Los
Alamos phase of the contract will not exceed Four Hundred and Ten Thousand
Dollars ($410,000.00) with an additional travel allowance not to exceed Forty
Five Thousand Dollars ($45,000.00).
Contract Dates:
The Second Amendment to the Contract was executed by Consultant on May
9, 2005, and by University on May 13, 2005, effective May 7, 2005. The First
Amendment to the Contract was executed by Consultant on May 23, 2004, and
by University on May 24, 2004, effective June 1, 2004. The Restated Contract
was executed by Consultant on August 28, 2003,and by University on September
4, 2003, effective January 1, 2002. The Restated Contract has been approved
by the Board of Regents of the University of Texas System.
Due Dates for Contract Products:
Phase I of the Restated Contract was completed March 1, 2003. The Los Alamos
phase of the Restated Contract will be completed and delivered to University
as mutually agreed by Consultant and University, based on DOE bidding requirements.
The Restated Contract can be terminated on seven days written notice to the
Consultant.
Questions:
Questions concerning this notice of amendment should be directed to Dr.
Charles A. Sorber, c/o The University of Texas System, 601 Colorado Street,
Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 322-3776, CSorber@utsystem.edu.
TRD-200502035
Francie A. Frederick
Counsel and Secretary to the Board
The University of Texas System
Filed: May 20, 2005
The University of Texas-Pan American ("University"), in accordance with
the provisions of
Texas Government Code
, Chapter
2254, entered into a contract for consulting services (the "Contract") with
LOM & Associates, Inc. ("Consultant") as more particularly described in
the Request for Proposal-Consulting Services (the "Invitation"), published
in the
Texas Register
(30 TexReg 2336).
Project Description:
In accordance with the Invitation and Consultant's response thereto, Consultant
shall provide University with the following services:
1.Consultant will review and analyze numerous documents such as: current
organization charts, current position descriptions, census data including
gender, age, race; recent University salary surveys and reports and other
documentation to help the consultant gain important knowledge and understanding
of the current pay structure. Consultant will utilize other data sources pertinent
to the market area (local and regional) as well as conducting a peer survey
for faculty positions.
2.Using its copyrighted "Job Measurement System" (JMS), Consultant will
evaluate all University non-classified and classified positions, which are
approximately 100 in total. Each position will be assessed using three measurement
factors: Knowledge, Experience and Skills; Problem Resolutions and Decision
Making and Responsibilities for Results (Accountability). Each of the three
factors is assigned 'job content points' which are added to create a total
position value. This process will help determine the relative value of the
jobs within the context of the whole organization and make possible the conversion
from points to appropriate salary grades. The grades will then be compared
to the current pay structure for validation purposes.
3.Prevalent pay practices of pertinent market place data sources will be
analyzed to determine University's competitiveness of pay. In addition to
available survey data, a 'peer group survey' will be developed for benchmarked
faculty positions. The survey will be customized and administered by the Consultant.
Each participating University employee will be coded in order to protect their
identity and the final survey results will be provided to each participant
prior to the end of the engagement.
4. After the analysis of survey documents, positions in question regarding
salary discrepancies will be highlighted and discussed during a scheduled
management review meeting.
5. Suggested salary ranges will be developed, reflecting an appropriate
and competitive compensation strategy to ensure the most effective use of
human resource dollars. The results of these recommendations should be a pay
system that ensures internal equity and external competitiveness.
6. As part of its commitment to transfer knowledge, Consultant will train
selected members of the University Human Resources staff in the use of its
Job Measurement System to ensure understanding and effectiveness of on-going
administration.
7. Consultant will meet with University Human Resources and senior management
throughout the engagement to report progress, findings and ensure that conclusions
reached are consistent with the University's overall compensation strategy
and objectives. A cost impact analysis of suggested changes will be reviewed
and discussed prior to the conclusion of the engagement.
8. As a result of the job measurement process, Consultant may suggest if
necessary, changing specific job titles to be more consistent with their functional
accountabilities
9. Consultant will develop and deliver a peer market pricing survey analyzing
results. Along with this survey, Consultant will assess the current classification
system relative to the University's ability to ensure external competitiveness.
University's Human Resources staff will be trained in the use of the job measurement
system to ensure on-going administration of recommended salary grades and
structure. The 'Final Report' will serve as the University's formal retention
document verifying services rendered by Consultant and a basis for possible
procedural and/or policy changes recommended by University administration.
10. At the conclusion of the analysis of the current classification and
survey, appropriate job titles and salary grades will be recommended.
11. During the course of the engagement, Consultant will assist with developing
future job description and evaluate for job content. These future positions
will be slotted within the recommended pay structure. In reviewing current
job descriptions for analysis, Consultant may make suggestions to modify any
descriptions to include years of experience, required skills, etc., to ensure
consistency and validation as a result of the job measurement process.
12. Internal practices will be reviewed relative to evaluated job content
to ascertain the degree to which internal equity and consistency exist. Consultant
will test classes of employees based on Title 7 through regression analysis
models to identify potential disparate trends and affects among classes; gender,
age, race.
Name and Address of Consultant:
LOM & Associates, Inc. (The Penicle Group) #26 Waterfall Drive Austin,
TX 78738
Total Value of the Contract:
The University will pay a not to exceed amount of $67,525.00 in four (4)
equal payments of $16,881.25
Contract Dates:
The initial term of the contract shall be for a period starting May 9,
2005 through July 1, 2005.
Due Dates for Contract Products:
Final Report Preparation & Communication shall be completed and delivered
to University no later than June 27, 2005.
TRD-200502053
Francie A. Frederick
Counsel and Secretary to the Board
The University of Texas System
Filed: May 23, 2005
Notice of Public Hearing
An attorney with the Texas Water Development Board will conduct a public
hearing beginning at 9:00 a.m., July 1, 2005, Room 1-100, William Travis Building,
1701 North Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701, on the proposed Fiscal Year
2006 Intended Use Plan for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF).
The Intended Use Plan contains a combined list of projects for large and
small communities, including projects for privately owned water systems and
projects for entities which have qualified as disadvantaged communities. Projects
are listed in priority order. The Intended Use Plan describes the sources
and uses of funds for projects as well as for set-aside activities. The proposed
Intended Use Plan has been prepared pursuant to rules for the DWSRF as adopted
by the Texas Water Development Board in 31 TAC Chapter 371.
Interested persons are encouraged to attend the hearing and to present
relevant and material comments concerning the proposed Intended Use Plan.
In addition, persons may participate in the hearing by mailing written comments
before July 1, 2005 to Patricia Loving, Grant Administration to Contract Administration
and Reporting, Texas Water Development Board, P.O. Box 13231, Austin, Texas
78711. Written comments will also be accepted for thirty (30) days following
the July 1, 2005 hearing. Copies of the proposed 2006 Intended Use Plan will
be available in Room 537-A of the Stephen F. Austin Building or may be obtained
from the Grant Administration to Contract Administration and Reporting, Texas
Water Development Board, P.O. Box 13231, Austin, Texas 78711.
The hearing is being conducted pursuant to 31 Texas Administrative Code, §371.11
and 40 Code of Federal Regulations Part 25.
TRD-200502119
Jonathan Steinberg
Deputy Counsel
Texas Water Development Board
Filed: May 25, 2005
Invitation to Apply to the Medical Advisory Committee (MAC)
The Texas Workers' Compensation Commission seeks to have a diverse representation
on the MAC and invites all qualified individuals from all regions of Texas
to apply for openings on the MAC in accordance with the eligibility requirements
of the Procedures and Standards for the Medical Advisory Committee. The Medical
Review Division is currently accepting applications for the following Medical
Advisory Committee vacancies:
Primary
* Dentist
* Employer
* General Public 1
Alternate
* Public Health Care Facility Representative
* Dentist
* Pharmacist
* Employer
* General Public 1
* Insurance Carrier
Commissioners for the Texas Workers' Compensation Commission appoint the
Medical Advisory Committee members who are composed of 18 primary and 18 alternate
members representing health care providers, employees, employers, insurance
carriers, and the general public. Primary members are required to attend all
Medical Advisory Committee meetings, subcommittee meetings, and work group
meetings to which they are appointed. The alternate member may attend all
meetings, however during a primary member's absence, the alternate member
must attend all meetings to which the primary member is appointed. Requirements
and responsibilities of members are established in the Procedures and Standards
for the Medical Advisory Committee as adopted by the Commission.
The Medical Advisory Committee meetings must be held at least quarterly
each fiscal year during regular Commission working hours. Members are not
reimbursed for travel, per diem, or other expenses associated with Committee
activities and meetings.
The purpose and task of the Medical Advisory Committee, which includes
advising the Commission's Medical Review Division on the development and administration
of medical policies, rules and guidelines, are outlined in the Texas Workers'
Compensation Act, §413.005.
Applications and other relevant Medical Advisory Committee information
may be viewed and downloaded from the Commission's website at
http://www.twcc.state.tx.us
and then clicking on Calendar of Commission
Meetings, Medical Advisory Committee. Applications may also be obtained by
calling Jane McChesney, MAC Coordinator, at 512-804-4855 or R. L. Shipe, Director,
Medical Review, at 512-804-4802.
The qualifications as well as the terms of appointment for all positions
are listed in the Procedures and Standards for the Medical Advisory Committee.
These Procedures and Standards are as follows:
LEGAL AUTHORITY. The Medical Advisory Committee for the Texas Workers'
Compensation Commission, Medical Review Division is established under the
Texas Workers' Compensation Act, (the Act) §413.005.
PURPOSE AND ROLE. The purpose of the Medical Advisory Committee (MAC) is
to bring together representatives of health care specialties and representatives
of labor, business, insurance and the general public to advise the Medical
Review Division in developing and administering the medical policies, fee
guidelines, and the utilization guidelines established under §413.011
of the Act.
COMPOSITION. Membership. The composition of the committee is governed by
the Act, as it may be amended. Members of the committee are appointed by the
Commissioners and must be knowledgeable and qualified regarding work-related
injuries and diseases.
Members of the committee shall represent specific health care provider
groups and other groups or interests as required by the Act, as it may be
amended. As of September 1, 2001, these members include a public health care
facility, a private health care facility, a doctor of medicine, a doctor of
osteopathic medicine, a chiropractor, a dentist, a physical therapist, a podiatrist,
an occupational therapist, a medical equipment supplier, a registered nurse,
and an acupuncturist. Appointees must have at least six (6) years of professional
experience in the medical profession they are representing and engage in an
active practice in their field.
The Commissioners shall also appoint the other members of the committee
as required by the Act, as it may be amended. An insurance carrier representative
may be employed by: an insurance company; a certified self-insurer for workers'
compensation insurance; or a governmental entity that self-insures, either
individually or collectively. An insurance carrier member may be a medical
director for the carrier but may not be a utilization review agent or a third
party administrator for the carrier.
A health care provider member, or a business the member is associated with,
may not derive more than 40% of its revenues from workers compensation patients.
This fact must be certified in their application to the MAC.
The representative of employers, representative of employees, and representatives
of the general public shall not hold a license in the health care field and
may not derive their income directly from the provision of health care services.
The Commissioners may appoint one alternate representative for each primary
member appointed to the MAC, each of whom shall meet the qualifications of
an appointed member.
Terms of Appointment: Members serve at the pleasure of the Commissioners,
and individuals are required to submit the appropriate application form and
documents for the position. The term of appointment for any primary or alternate
member will be two years, except for unusual circumstances (such as a resignation,
abandonment or removal from the position prior to the termination date) or
unless otherwise directed by the Commissioners. A member may serve a maximum
of two terms as a primary, alternate or a combination of primary and alternate
member. Terms of appointment will terminate August 31 of the second year following
appointment to the position, except for those positions that were initially
created with a three-year term. For those members who are appointed to serve
a part of a term that lasts six (6) months or less, this partial appointment
will not count as a full term.
Abandonment will be deemed to occur if any primary member is absent from
more than two (2) consecutive meetings without an excuse accepted by the Medical
Review Division Director. Abandonment will be deemed to occur if any alternate
member is absent from more than two (2) consecutive meetings which the alternate
is required to attend because of the primary member's absence without an excuse
accepted by the Medical Review Division Director.
The Commission will stagger the August 31st end dates of the terms of appointment
between odd and even numbered years to provide sufficient continuity on the
MAC.
In the case of a vacancy, the Commissioners will appoint an individual
who meets the qualifications for the position to fill the vacancy. The Commissioners
may re-appoint the same individual to fill either a primary or alternate position
as long as the term limit is not exceeded. Due to the absence of other qualified,
acceptable candidates, the Commissioners may grant an exception to its membership
criteria, which are not required by statute.
RESPONSIBILITY OF MAC MEMBERS. Primary Members. Make recommendations on
medical issues as required by the Medical Review Division.
Attend the MAC meetings, subcommittee meetings, and work group meetings
to which they are appointed.
Ensure attendance by the alternate member at meetings when the primary
member cannot attend.
Provide other assistance requested by the Medical Review Division in the
development of guidelines and medical policies.
Alternate Members. Attend the MAC meetings, subcommittee meetings, and
work group meetings to which the primary member is appointed during the primary
member's absence.
Maintain knowledge of MAC proceedings.
Make recommendations on medical issues as requested by the Medical Review
Division when the primary member is absent at a MAC meeting.
Provide other assistance requested by the Medical Review Division in the
development of guidelines and medical policies when the primary member is
absent from a MAC meeting.
Committee Officers. The chairman of the MAC is designated by the Commissioners.
The MAC will elect a vice chairman. A member shall be nominated and elected
as vice chairman when he/she receives a majority of the votes from the membership
in attendance at a meeting at which nine (9) or more primary or alternate
members are present.
Responsibilities of the Chairman. Preside at MAC meetings and ensure the
orderly and efficient consideration of matters requested by the Medical Review
Division.
Prior to a MAC meeting confer with the Medical Review Division Director,
and when appropriate, the TWCC Executive Director to receive information and
coordinate:
a. Preparation of a suitable agenda.
b. Planning MAC activities.
c. Establishing meeting dates and calling meetings.
d. Establishing subcommittees.
e. Recommending MAC members to serve on subcommittees.
If requested by the Commission, appear before the Commissioners to report
on MAC meetings.
COMMITTEE SUPPORT STAFF. The Director of Medical Review will provide coordination
and reasonable support for all MAC activities. In addition, the Director will
serve as a liaison between the MAC and the Medical Review Division staff of
TWCC, and other Commission staff if necessary.
The Medical Review Director will coordinate and provide direction for the
following activities of the MAC and its subcommittees and work groups:
Preparing agenda and support materials for each meeting.
Preparing and distributing information and materials for MAC use.
Maintaining MAC records.
Preparing minutes of meetings.
Arranging meetings and meeting sites.
Maintaining tracking reports of actions taken and issues addressed by the
MAC.
Maintaining attendance records.
SUBCOMMITTEES. The chairman shall appoint the members of a subcommittee
from the membership of the MAC. If other expertise is needed to support subcommittees,
the Commissioners or the Director of Medical Review may appoint appropriate
individuals.
WORK GROUPS. When deemed necessary by the Director of Medical Review or
the Commissioners, work groups will be formed by the Director. At least one
member of the work group must also be a member of the MAC.
WORK PRODUCT. No member of the MAC, a subcommittee, or a work group may
claim or is entitled to an intellectual property right in work performed by
the MAC, a subcommittee, or a work group.
MEETINGS Frequency of Meetings. Regular meetings of the MAC shall be held
at least quarterly each fiscal year during regular Commission working hours.
CONDUCT AS A MAC MEMBER. Special trust has been placed in members of the
Medical Advisory Committee. Members act and serve on behalf of the disciplines
and segments of the community they represent and provide valuable advice to
the Medical Review Division and the Commission. Members, including alternate
members, shall observe the following conduct code and will be required to
sign a statement attesting to that intent.
Comportment Requirements for MAC Members:
Learn their duties and perform them in a responsible manner;
Conduct themselves at all times in a manner that promotes cooperation and
effective discussion of issues among MAC members;
Accurately represent their affiliations and notify the MAC chairman and
Medical Review Director of changes in their affiliation status;
Not use their memberships on the MAC: a. in advertising to promote themselves
or their business. b. to gain financial advantage either for themselves or
for those they represent; however, members may list MAC membership in their
resumes;
Provide accurate information to the Medical Review Division and the Commission;
Consider the goals and standards of the workers' compensation system as
a whole in advising the Commission;
Explain, in concise and understandable terms, their positions and/or recommendations
together with any supporting facts and the sources of those facts;
Strive to attend all meetings and provide as much advance notice to the
Texas Workers' Compensation Commission staff, attn: Medical Review Director,
as soon as possible if they will not be able to attend a meeting; and
Conduct themselves in accordance with the MAC Procedures and Standards,
the standards of conduct required by their profession, and the guidance provided
by the Commissioners, Medical Review Division or other TWCC staff.
TRD-200502104
Susan Cory
General Counsel
Texas Workers' Compensation Commission
Filed: May 25, 2005
Texas Health and Safety Code, Texas Water Code and Texas Clean Air Act
Ark-Tex Council of Governments
Texas Building and Procurement Commission
Coastal Coordination Council
Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner
Texas Board of Professional Engineers
Policy Advisory Statement Regarding Water Quality Planning
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Notice of Opportunity to Comment on Settlement Agreements of Administrative Enforcement Actions
Notice of Water Quality Applications
Notice of Water Rights Application
Proposal for Decision
Proposal for Decision
Proposal for Decision
Proposal for Decision
Proposed Enforcement Orders
Office of the Governor
Department of State Health Services
Texas Department of Insurance
Texas Lottery Commission
Instant Game Number 558 "9's on a Line"
Instant Game Number 564 "Fire N' Ice"
Instant Game Number 569 "I Love Lucy"
Instant Game Number 571 "Hot 7's"
Instant Game Number 573 "Money Stack"
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Instant Game Number 578 "Fun 1's"
Instant Game Number 579 "Golden Ticket"
Instant Game Number 582 "Super Cashword"
Instant Game Number 593 "Gold Rush"
Instant Game Number 604 "Monthly Bonus"
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Notice of Petition for Waiver of Denial of Request for NXX Code
Texas Residential Construction Commission
Notice of Application for Registration as Approved Third-Party Warranty Company
Notice of Application for Registration as Approved Third-Party Warranty Company
Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners
Texas Department of Transportation
Request for Proposal for Aviation Engineering Services--Aviation Division
Request for Proposal for Aviation Engineering Services--Aviation Division
Request for Proposal for Aviation Engineering Services--Aviation Division
The University of Texas System
Notice on Entering into Major Consulting Services Contract
Notice on Entering into Major Consulting Services Contract
Texas Water Development Board
Texas Workers' Compensation Commission
Texas Workforce Commission