OPEN MEETINGS Agencies with statewide jurisdiction must give at least seven days notice before an impending meeting. Institutions of higher education or political subdivisions covering all or part of four or more counties (regional agencies) must post notice at least 72 hours before a scheduled meeting time. Some notices may be received too late to be published before the meeting is held, but all notices are published in the Texas Register. Emergency meetings and agendas. Any of the governmental entities listed above must have notice of an emergency meeting, an emergency revision to an agenda, and the reason for such emergency posted for at least two hours before the meeting is convened. All emergency meeting notices filed by governmental agencies will be published. Posting of open meeting notices. All notices are posted on the bulletin board at the main office of the Secretary of State in lobby of the James Earl Rudder Building, 1019 Brazos, Austin. These notices may contain a more detailed agenda than what is published in the Texas Register. Meeting Accessibility. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, an individual with a disability must have an equal opportunity for effective communication and participation in public meetings. Upon request, agencies must provide auxiliary aids and services, such as interpreters for the deaf and hearing impaired, readers, large print or braille documents. In determining type of auxiliary aid or service, agencies must give primary consideration to the individual's request. Those requesting auxiliary aids or services should notify the contact person listed on the meeting summary several days prior to the meeting by mail, telephone, or RELAY Texas (1-800-735-2989). Texas Animal Health Commission Wednesday, September 3, 1997, 11:00 a.m. 8181 Airport Boulevard Houston Selection Committee AGENDA: I. Approval of Minutes. II. Discussion and possible action regarding the definition of the committee selection process concerning the Assistant Executive Director for Administration position. III. Executive Session (closed to the general public and nonessential commissions and/or TAHC staff) to include review and discussion regarding applicants for the Assistant Executive Director for Administration position. This session is authorized by sec.551.074 of the Texas Government Code which authorizes a closed meeting to deliberate the appointment or employment of a public officer or employee. IV. Discussion and possible action concerning applicants for Assistant Executive Director for Administration position. V. Conclusions Contact: Tiffany Norvell, P.O. Box 12966, Austin, Texas 78711-2966; tiffanyn@tahc.state.tx.us. Filed: August 25, 1997, 8:22 a.m. TRD-9711160 Texas Bond Review Board Tuesday, September 9, 1997, 11:00 a.m., or upon adjournment of Planning Session Committee Room Five, 300 West 15th Street Austin AGENDA: I. Call to Order II. Executive Session- Consideration of applicants for Executive Director position III. Other Business- Action/announcements related to Executive Director position IV. Adjourn Contact: Albert L. Bacarisse, 300 West 15th Street, Suite 409, Austin, Texas, 78701, (512) 463-1741. Filed: August 22, 1997, 8:14 a.m. TRD-9711090 Texas County and District Retirement System Thursday, September 4, 1997, 8:00 a.m. Hyatt Regency Hotel, 208 Barton Springs Road Austin Board of Trustees AGENDA: REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF: Minutes of June 1997 Regular Board Meeting, Applications for Service and Disability Retirement Benefits, Applications for TCDRS and Supplemental Death Benefits Fund Participation, Financial Statements, Escheatment of Terminated Accounts. CONSIDER AND ACT ON: Revised Investment Policy, Evaluation of Custodian, Administrative and Investment Policies, Practices, Budgets and Personnel. AUTHORIZE: Investment Officer to Negotiate and Execute Amendments to Barclays Global Investors Contract to Facilitate Equity Investing on a Commingled Basis. REPORTS FROM: Actuary, Investment Officer, Investment Committee, Investment Consultant, Investment Performance Analyst, Fiduciary Counsel, Legal Counsel, Chairman, Director. Audit Committee Recommendation-Selection of Independent Auditor. Contact: Terry Horton, P.O. Box 2034, Austin, Texas 78768-2034, (512) 328-8889, extension 223. Filed: August 25, 1997, 10:23 a.m. TRD-9711208 State Board of Dental Examiners Friday, August 29, 1997, 9:30 a.m. 333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Room II-225 Austin Board REVISED AGENDA: Revised wording: VI. Rules B. Discuss, consider and vote on publication for comment proposal repeal of Rule 101.5, Examinations. F. Discuss, consider and vote on publication for comment proposed repeal of Rule 103.11; Examinations. Additions: VI. Rules X. Discuss, consider and vote on publication for comment proposed amendment to Rule 103.2, Licensure by Credentials, Dental Hygienists. Y. Discuss, consider and vote on publication for comment proposed amendment to Rule 116.3, Requirements. Z. Discuss, consider and vote on publication for comment proposed new rule, Rule 102.2, Open Records Request A.1. Discuss, consider and vote on publication for comment proposed amendment to Rule 114.1, Permitted Duties A.2. Discuss, consider and vote on publication for comment proposed amendment to Rule 117.1, Exemption. Contact: Mei Ling Clendennen, 333 Guadalupe, Tower 3, Suite 800, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6400. Filed: August 21, 1997, 3:45 p.m. TRD-9711086 Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation Thursday, August 28, 1997, 9:00 a.m. 13809 North Highway 183, Suite 301 Austin Executive Committee AGENDA: 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of May 29, 1997 Minutes 3. Adjourn to Executive Session - Consultation with Attorney on Litigation Issues - Review of Performance of President and CEO 4. Resume Open Session 5. Action on Items Arising from Executive Session 6. Adjourn Contact: Pat Boulton, 13809 North Highway 183, Austin, Texas 78750, (512) 219- 4550. Filed: August 20, 1997, 11:33 a.m. TRD-9711005 Thursday, August 28, 1997, 9:30 a.m. 13809 North Highway 183, Suite 301 Austin Personnel Committee AGENDA: 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of May 29, 1997 Minutes 3. Discussion and Recommendation for Action on Incentive Plan for Managers, Team Leaders, and Team Members 4. Discussion and Recommendation for Action on Management Appraisal System 5. Adjourn Contact: Pat Boulton, 13809 North Highway 183, Austin, Texas 78750, (512) 219- 4550. Filed: August 20, 1997, 11:33 a.m. TRD-9711007 Thursday, August 28, 1997, 11:00 a.m. 13809 North Highway 183, Suite 301 Austin Budget/Finance/Audit Committee AGENDA: 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of April 24, 1997 Minutes 3. System 97 Report 4. Presentation and Recommendation for Action on the Proposed FY 1998 Budget Request 5. Internal Audit - Review and Recommendation for Action on FY 1998 Internal Audit Plan - Internal Audit Status Report - System 97 Project Monitoring Report 6. Adjourn Contact: Pat Boulton, 13809 North Highway 183, Austin, Texas 78750, (512) 219- 4550. Filed: August 20, 1997, 11:33 a.m. TRD-9711006 Texas Department of Health Monday, September 8, 1997, 9:30 a.m. Tower Building, Room T-607, Texas Department of Health, 1100 West 49th Street Austin Midwifery Board AGENDA: The board will introduce guests, and discuss and possibly act on: board interrelationships (how the Board of Health interrelates with the Midwifery Board; how the associateship of Health Care Delivery interrelate with Midwifery Board and the Midwifery Program; and how the Midwifery Program interrelates with the Midwifery Board and midwives); birthing centers; the Bureau of Vital Statistics/birth certificates; an overview of the Open Meetings Act, Open Record Act, and the functions of the Office of General Counsel; approval of the minutes of the June 9, 1997, meeting; Grievance Committee Report (resolution for complaints 97-03 and 97-94; and appeal of the resolution for compliant 97-02); committee assignment review and appointments (Education Committee; Grievance Committee; Oxygen Rules Committee; Education Rules Committee; Grievance Rules Committee; and Standards Rules Committee); North American Registry of Midwives (NARM) certification; announcements and comments. To request ADA accommodation, please contact Suzzanna C. Currier, ADA Coordinator in the Office of Civil Rights at (512) 458-7627 or TDD at (512) 458- 7708 at least four days prior to the meeting. Contact: Belva Alexander, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 458- 7111, extension 2067. Filed: August 25, 1997, 9:49 a.m. TRD-9711189 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Wednesday, September 3, 1997, 10:00 a.m. Chevy Chase Office Complex, Building One, Room 1.100, 7700 Chevy Chase Drive Austin Family Practice Residency Advisory Committee AGENDA: Approval of Summary Notes for May 21, 1997 Meeting; approval of Summary Notes for August 1997 Sub Committee Meeting; Update on Sub Committee Meeting and Overview of Public Health; Physician Education Loan Repayment Program Update; Discussion of Rider 37- Funding of International Medical Graduates; Faculty Development Center; Re-allocation of Remaining FPRP funds and Review of Program; Statewide Preceptorship Program; Fiscal Year 1998 Budget Projection; Other Business; Election of Chair and Vice Chair and Meeting Dates for Fiscal Year 1998. Contact: Stacey Silverman, THECB, P.O. Box 12788, Capitol Station, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 483-6206. Filed: August 20, 1997, 4:52 p.m. TRD-9711034 Texas Incentive and Productivity Commission Thursday, August 28, 1997, 9:00 a.m. Sam Houston Building, 201 East 15th Street, Room 175 Austin REVISED AGENDA: III. Department of Health 501-0502 Priscilla Boston 501-0504 Shari Perotta 501-0517 Lorenzo Ochoa and James Oliver Texas A&M University Commerce 751-0017 Mary Brunz Note additions as shown above. SEIP control number 501-0370 has been replaced by 501-0517. Please see revised agenda. Contact: M. Elaine Powell, P.O. Box 12482, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 475-2393. Filed: August 20, 1997, 11:21 a.m. TRD-9711002 Thursday, August 28, 1997, 9:00 a.m. Sam Houston Building, 201 East 15th Street, Room 175 Austin Commission Meeting REVISED AGENDA: V. Consideration of and Possible Approval of 1998 Operating Budget Contact: M. Elaine Powell, P.O. Box 12482, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 475-2393. Filed: August 21, 1997, 3:45 p.m. TRD-9711085 Texas Department of Insurance Tuesday, September 9, 1997, 10:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-97-0759.C: To consider whether disciplinary action should be taken against BILLY CLAUDE WOOLARD, Arlington, Texas, who holds a Group II Insurance Agent's License and Local Recording Agent's License issued by the Texas Department of Insurance. Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328. Filed: August 25, 1997, 9:49 a.m. TRD-9711190 Tuesday, September 9, 1997, 1:00 p.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-97-1424.C: To consider whether disciplinary action should be taken against SAMUEL G. TURNER, Houston, Texas, who holds a Group I, Legal Reserve Life Insurance Agent's License issued by the Texas Department of Insurance. Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328. Filed: August 25, 1997, 9:49 a.m. TRD-9711191 Friday, September 12, 1997, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-97-0937.C: To consider whether disciplinary action should be taken against IRA L. EPSTEIN, Fort Worth and Round Rock, Texas, who holds a Group I, Legal Reserve Life Insurance Agent's License issued by the Texas Department of Insurance. Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328. Filed: August 25, 1997, 9:49 a.m. TRD-9711192 General Land Office Tuesday, September 2, 1997, 10:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Room 831 Austin School Land Board AGENDA: Approval of previous board meeting minutes; pooling applications, Block 98 L, Galveston County; Oil field, Reeves County; Andres (Wolfcamp/Penn) Field, Andrews County; Joaquin Field, Shelby County, Matagorda Bay, SE (4750) Field, Matagorda and Calhoun Counties; Royalty incentive application, Matagorda Bay, Matagorda and Calhoun Counties; Request by Arrington CJM, Inc. to create a suspense account for monies attributable to State Tract 6B, Canadian River, Hutchinson County; application by surface owner of a mineral classified section of land, to lease zeolite under sec.53.081 of the Natural Resources Code; consideration of additional nominations, terms and conditions for the October 7, 1997 oil, gas and other minerals lease sale; sale of tax foreclosure tract, Bexar County; coastal public lands-commercial easement renewals, applications and amendments, Corpus Christi Bay, Nueces County; Dollar Bay, Galveston County; Gulf of Mexico, Brazoria County; easement renewals and applications, Carancahua Bay, Calhoun County, Laguna Madre, Cameron County; West Bay, Galveston County; Caney Creek, Matagorda county; structure cabin permit renewals, terminations, and requests, Laguna Madre, Kleberg County; Laguna Madre, Kenedy County; Executive Session and Open Session- consideration and approval of land purchase/trade/sale to Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, 341 acres, Anderson County, Adjacent to Big Lake Bottom Wildlife Management Area; Executive Session and Open Session -- sale of Paseo Del Este Property, El Paso County; Review bid solicitation documents; consider authorizing solicitation of bids; Executive Session and Open Session-Review and approve access easement to West 38th Street, Ltd. on behalf of Texas Mental Health and Mental Retardation (TXMNMR); Executive Session and Open Session- Review and approve parking easement to Triangle Retail, Ltd., on behalf of Texas Mental Health and Mental Retardation (TXMHMR); and Executive Session -- pending or contemplated litigation. Contact: Linda K. Fisher, 1700 North Congress, Room 836, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-5016. Filed: August 22, 1997, 8:14 a.m. TRD-9711089 Board for Lease of State-owned Lands Thursday, August 28, 1997, 2:30 p.m. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, 4200 Smith School Road, Commission Room Annex Austin Board for Lease of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department AGENDA: Approval of previous board meeting minutes; pooling application, Wildcat Field, Smith County; Consideration and approval of nominations, terms and conditions for the October 7, 1997 oil, gas and other minerals lease sale. Contact: Linda K. Fisher, 1700 North Congress, Room 836, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-5016. Filed: August 20, 1997, 3:59 p.m. TRD-9711028 Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Thursday, August 28, 1997, 9:30 a.m. Room 201S, Building E, 12100 Park 35 Circle Austin REVISED AGENDA: The Commission will consider approving the following matters on the agenda: Old Business items from August 20, 1997 agenda; Contract, Agreed Order. Contact: Doug Kitts, 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, (512) 239-3317. Filed: August 20, 1997, 4:14 p.m. TRD-9711031 Tuesday, September 2, 1997, 9:00 a.m. Room 201S, Building E, 12100 Park 35 Circle Austin AGENDA: The Commission will consider approving the following matters on the agenda: Resolution. Contact: Doug Kitts, 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, (512) 239-3317. Filed: August 22, 1997, 3:59 p.m. TRD-9711152 Wednesday, September 3, 1997, 9:00 a.m. Natural Resource Center, Room 1003, 6300 Ocean Drive, Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi Corpus Christi Local Governments Advisory Committee-Corpus Christi Bay National Estuary Program AGENDA: I. Call to Order/Introductions/Minutes II. Reviewer Comments on July Draft Plan III. Additional Items/Adjourn Contact: Richard Volk, TAMU-CC, 6300 Ocean Drive, Natural Resource Center, #3300, Corpus Christi, Texas 78412, (512) 980-3420. Filed: August 21, 1997, 9:25 a.m. TRD-9711044 Wednesday, September 17, 1997, 9:30 a.m. Building E, Room 201S, 12118 North Interstate 35 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 97-0746-IWD; LONE STAR STEEL COMPANY's application for a Temporary order for authorization to remove accumulated storm water by discharge to Peacock Reservoir, thence to Peacock Creek, thence to Ellison Creek Reservoir, thence to Big Cypress Creek below Lake Bob Sandlin in Segment Number 0404 of the Cypress Creek Basin. Lone Star Steel Company operates a steel manufacturing and fabrication plant located approximately 17,700 feet from the intersection of State Highway 250 and U.S. Highway 259, northeast of the City of Lone Star in Morris County, Texas. On November 13, 1997 the TNRCC approved the closure plan of the Unit 03 Impoundment (Solid Waste Registration 30093) to be closed as a landfill. In order to implement the closure plan, storm water which has accumulated in the Unite 03 impoundment must be removed. accumulated storm water discharged shall not exceed 0.576 million gallons per day. The authorization to discharge would terminate 180 days from date of issuance of the Temporary Order. Contact: Kay Hricik, Mail Code 173, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-0600. Filed: August 22, 1997, 3:59 a.m. TRD-9711154 Tuesday, September 23, 1997, 9:00 a.m. Suite 1100, Stephen F. Austin State Office Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue Austin State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) AGENDA: Docket Number 582-97-1443; TNRCC Docket Number 96-1112-PWS-E; The Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (TNRCC or Commission) has referred this matter to the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH). An Administrative Law Judge with the State Office of Administrative Hearings will conduct a public hearing to consider the Executive Director's preliminary report mailed May 30, 1997. The hearing will allow LEE LIMAS doing business as LEE LIMAS MOBILE HOME PARK, the Executive Director of the Commission, and the Public Interest Counsel of the Commission to present evidence on whether a violation has occurred, whether an administrative penalty should be assessed, and the amount of such penalty, if any. The first convened session of the hearing will be to establish jurisdiction, afford parties an opportunity to negotiate and establish a procedural schedule for an evidentiary hearing. Contact: Blas Coy, MC-103, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239- 6363. Filed: August 22, 1997, 3:59 a.m. TRD-9711150 Tuesday, September 23, 1997, 9:00 a.m. Suite 1100, Stephen F. Austin State Office Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue Austin State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) AGENDA: Docket Number 582-97-1440; TNRCC Docket Number 96-1895-IHW-E; The Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (TNRCC or Commission) has referred this matter to the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH). An Administrative Law Judge with the State Office of Administrative Hearings will conduct a public hearing to consider the Executive Director's preliminary report mailed May 14, 1997. The hearing will allow ALLWASTE RECOVERY SYSTEMS, INC., the Executive Director of the Commission, and the Public Interest Counsel of the Commission to present evidence on whether a violation has occurred, whether an administrative penalty should be assessed, and the amount of such penalty, if any. The first convened session of the hearing will be to establish jurisdiction, afford parties an opportunity to negotiate and establish a procedural schedule for an evidentiary hearing. Contact: Blas Coy, MC-103, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239- 6363. Filed: August 22, 1997, 3:59 a.m. TRD-9711151 Thursday, September 25, 1997, 9:00 a.m. Suite 1100, Stephen F. Austin State Office Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue Austin State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) AGENDA: Docket Number 582-97-1445; TNRCC Docket Number 96-0874-PWS-E; The Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (TNRCC or Commission) has referred this matter to the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH). An Administrative Law Judge with the State Office of Administrative Hearings will conduct a public hearing to consider the Executive Director's preliminary report mailed April 22, 1997. The hearing will allow ASTRO COMMERCIAL ENTERPRISES, INC. , SHUJAAT HUSAIN, PRESIDENT; NIAGARA INTERNATIONAL, INC., SHUJAAT HUSAIN, PRESIDENT; NIAGARA SUBDIVISION WATER SYSTEM; AND NIAGARA SEWER SERVICE, the Executive Director of the Commission, and the Public Interest Counsel of the Commission to present evidence on whether a violation has occurred, whether an administrative penalty should be assessed, and the amount of such penalty, if any. The first convened session of the hearing will be to establish jurisdiction, afford parties an opportunity to negotiate and establish a procedural schedule for an evidentiary hearing. Contact: Blas Coy, MC-103, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239- 6363. Filed: August 22, 1997, 3:59 a.m. TRD-9711153 Thursday, September 25, 1997, 10:00 a.m. Weatherford City Hall-Council Chambers, 303 Palo Pinto Weatherford AGENDA: For a hearing before an administrative law judge of the State Office of Administrative Hearings on an application filed with the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission by WASTE MANAGEMENT OF TEXAS, INC. for an amendment to their existing municipal solid waste permit. This permit amendment is designated as MSW1019-A, and if approved, will authorize an increase in the permitted acreage from 188.244 to 224.76 acres and increase the maximum fill elevations to 1019 feet mean sea level (representing vertical expansion by 114 feet). The additional 36.516 acres is designated for additional site facilities. The permitee is authorized to dispose of municipal solid waste resulting from, or incidental to, municipal, community, commercial, institutional and recreational activities; municipal solid waste resulting from construction or demolition projects, Class 2 industrial solid waste, Class 3 industrial solid waste and special wastes that are properly identified. The acceptance of Class 2 industrial solid waste, Class 3 industrial solid waste and/or special waste is contingent upon such waste being handled in accordance with 30 TAC sec.sec.330.136 and 330.137, and in accordance with limitations and special provisions provided in the permit and application. Solid waste may be initially accepted for disposal at a rate of 12,000 cubic yards per day or 3,500 tons per day, but not limited to this amount. The facility is located north of the Intersection of Linkcrest Drive and US Interstate 30, approximately 0.6 miles east of the Parker-Tarrant county line, and approximately 13 miles west of downtown of the City of Fort Worth in Tarrant County, Texas. SOAH Docket Number 582-97-1501. Contact: Pablo Carrasquillo, P.O. Box 13025, Austin, Texas 78711-3025, (512) 475-3445. Filed: August 20, 1997, 11:21 p.m. TRD-9711001 Tuesday, September 30, 1997, 10:00 a.m. 1700 North Congress Avenue, 11th Floor, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: For a hearing before an administrative law judge of the State Office of Administrative Hearings on an application filed with the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission by WILLIAMS WATER SUPPLY CORPORATION, Doing Business As TRI-COUNTY WATER COMPANY for an increase in water rates effective July 20, 1997, for its service area located in Hunt County, Texas. SOAH Docket Number 582-97- 1439. Contact: Pablo Carrasquillo, P.O. Box 13025, Austin, Texas 78711-3025, (512) 475-3445. Filed: August 20, 1997, 11:20 a.m. TRD-9711000 Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners Monday, September 8, 1997, 8:30 a.m. 929 East 41st Street Austin Board AGENDA: 1. Roll call- 8:30 a.m.; 2. Recognize staff and visitors; 3. Public Comment; 4. Consider approval of the minutes of the July 14, 1997 Board Meeting; 5. Discussion and possible action on Administrator's salary; 6. Hear Committee reports: a. Continuing Education; b. Rules Review; c. Code; d. Enforcement; e. Examination; f. Legislative; g. Medical Gas; h. Personnel; i. Water Supply Protection Specialist; 7. Field Department; 8. Examination Department; 9. Committee assignments and appointments; 10. House Bill 1, 75th Legislature, Article IX, Section 34, Limitation of State Employment Levels; 11. Emergency Funding; 12. Fiscal Department; 13. Administrative Department; 14. Next meeting; 15. Adjournment. Contact: Mary Lou Lane, 929 East 41st Street, Austin, Texas 78751, (512) 458- 2145, extension 222 Filed: August 25, 1997, 9:48 a.m. TRD-9711188 Public Utility Commission of Texas Wednesday, September 3, 1997, 10:00 a.m. 1701 North Congress Avenue Austin AGENDA: There will be a Commissioners and Staff Work Session for discussion of preliminary procedures to develop the agency plan for review of agency rules regarding: Project Number 17709-Review of Agency Rules in Accordance with House Bill 1, Article IX, sec.167. Specific attention will be addressed to Substantive Rules 23.41 through 23.59, Customer Service and Protection; and Substantive Rules 23.61 through 23.70, Quality of Service. Contact: Rhonda Dempsey, 1701 North Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 936-7308. Filed: August 22, 1997, 1:21 p.m. TRD-9711116 Texas Real Estate Research Center Tuesday, September 16, 1997, 3:00 p.m. Marriott Hotel, World Series One Room Arlington Advisory Committee AGENDA: 1) Opening Remarks 2) Approval of Minutes 3) Current Budget Report 4) Discussion of 1997-1998 Plan of Work 5) Status Reports 6) Discussion of Video Plans 7) Election of Officers 8) Other Business 9) Adjourn Contact: R. Malcolm Richards, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas 77843-2115, (409) 845-9691. Filed: August 21, 1997, 1:03 p.m. TRD-9711073 Texas Residential Property Insurance Market Assistance Program Wednesday, September 3, 1997, 9:30 a.m. 333 Guadalupe, H-1, Rooms 1264 and 1250A Austin Executive Committee and Subcommittees AGENDA: 1. Executive Committee (Room 1264, 9:30 a.m.) Antitrust Statement Opportunity for public input Staff update on educational initiatives, including public relations and promotional activities Staff update on implementation of MAP operations, MAP activity, and Voluntary Inspection Program Discussion of possible amendments to the Plan of Operation to incorporate new application processing procedures Discussion of the impact of Senate Bill 1499 on MAP operations and Plan of Operation. 2. Subcommittee Meetings Subcommittee for Monitoring MAP Operations (Room 1264) Subcommittee on Data Collection (Room Number 1250A) 3. Executive Committee (Room 1264) Subcommittee Reports General administrative matters Contact: Lyndon Anderson, 333 Guadalupe Street, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 322- 2235. Filed: August 22, 1997, 2:29 p.m. TRD-9711128 Stephen F. Austin State University Monday, August 25, 1997, 1:30 p.m. 1936 North Street, Austin Building, Room 307 Nacogdoches Board of Regents, Ad Hoc Committee for Post Tenure Review AGENDA: I. Review the "Performance Evaluation of Tenured Faculty" policy (Where appropriate and permitted by law, Executive Session may be held for the above listed subjects.) Contact: Dan Angel, P.O. Box 6078, Nacogdoches, Texas 75962-6078, (409) 468- 2201. Filed: August 21, 1997, 3:41 p.m. TRD-9711083 Tuesday, August 26, 1997, 9:00 p.m. 1936 North Street, Austin Building, Room 307 Nacogdoches Board of Regents, Ad Hoc Committee for Post Tenure Review AGENDA: I. Review the "Performance Evaluation of Tenured Faculty" policy (Where appropriate and permitted by law, Executive Session may be held for the above listed subjects.) Contact: Dan Angel, P.O. Box 6078, Nacogdoches, Texas 75962-6078, (409) 468- 2201. Filed: August 21, 1997, 3:41 p.m. TRD-9711084 Texas State Technical College System Thursday, August 28, 1997, 9:00 a.m. 1219 East Broadway Sweetwater Board of Regents Search Committee Telephone Conference AGENDA: Discussion and Review of the following TSTC Board of Regents Search Committee Agenda: Recommendations, if any, to the full Board of Regents regarding Search Committee Meeting. Contact: Sandra J. Krumnow, 3801 Campus Drive, Waco, Texas 76705, (254) 867- 3964. Filed: August 21, 1997, 3:40 p.m. TRD-9711082 Thursday, August 28, 1997, 9:05 a.m. 1219 East Broadway Sweetwater Board of Regents Search Committee Closed Meeting Telephone Conference AGENDA: Closed meeting for the specific purpose provided in sec.sec.551.074 and 551.075. Section 551.074: Discuss Chancellor search process and review applications for the position. Contact: Sandra J. Krumnow, 3801 Campus Drive, Waco, Texas 76705, (254) 867- 3964. Filed: August 21, 1997, 3:50 p.m. TRD-9711087 Texas Department of Transportation Thursday, August 28, 1997, 9:00 a.m. 125 East Eleventh Street, First Floor, Dewitt C. Greer Building Austin Texas Transportation Commission AGENDA: Approve Minutes. Awards/Recognitions/Resolutions. Programs: 1998 Unified Transportation Program; Houston Intelligent Transportation System Priority Corridor; 1998-1999 State District Discretionary Program; 1998-1999 Supplemental Rehabilitation Restoration Program; and Capitalization of the State Infrastructure Bank. Rulemaking: 43 TAC Chapters 1, 4, 6, 9, 15, 18, 23, and 31. Transportation Planning: Appointments to Fort Bend Parkway Association Board of Directors; Corridor 18 Signing. Multi-modal Transportation. Approval of 1998 Operating Budget. Contract Awards/Rejections/Defaults/ Assignments/Claims. Routine Minute Orders. Executive Session for legal counsel consultation, land acquisition matters, and management personnel evaluations, designation, assignments and duties. Open comment period. Contact: Diane Northam, 125 East 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463- 8630. Filed: August 20, 1997, 2:23 p.m. TRD-9711017 Monday, September 8, 1997, 1:30 p.m. 150 East Riverside Drive, Room 116N Austin Public Transportation Advisory Committee AGENDA: Approve minutes of last meeting. Briefing on Commission Meetings. In accordance with 43 TAC sec.1.83(C) (4), appointment of Public Transportation Technical Committees. Briefing on change to Rural Formula Funding Allocation. Confirm date of next meeting. Contact: Diane Northam, 125 East 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463- 8630. Filed: August 25, 1997, 9:45 a.m. TRD-9711187 Thursday, September 18, 1997, 9:30 a.m. 410 East 5th Street, Second Street Austin Motor vehicle Board AGENDA: Call to order; roll call. Approval of Minutes of Motor Vehicle Board Meeting on August 7, 1997. Argument on Proposals for Decision. Consideration of Proposals for Decision. Agreed Final Orders. Orders of Dismissal-Licensing and Enforcement. Other: a. Election of Vice Chair; b. consideration of 1998 Board Meeting Schedule; c. Report on Rules published for October 9, 1997 Rulemaking Hearing; d. Employee Recognition; e. Litigation Status Report; f. Review of Consumer Complaint Recap Report including decisions made by examiners, division director and Board members; g. Enforcement Status Report; h. Division Operation Status Report; Report on Rules to be Published for October 9, 1997 Rulemaking hearing. Adjournment. Contact: Brett Bray, 410 East 5th Street, 1st Floor, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 505-5100. Filed: August 25, 1997, 9:17 a.m. TRD-9711184 University of Texas Health Center at Tyler Thursday, September 4, 1997, at Noon. Highway 271 and Highway 155, Room 116/117 Tyler Animal Research Committee AGENDA: Approval of Minutes Chairman Report Veterinarian Report Old Business New Business Adjournment Contact: Lea Alegre, P.O. Box 2003, Tyler, Texas 75710, (903) 877-7661. Filed: August 20, 1997, 11:54 a.m. TRD-9711008 Regional Meetings Meetings filed August 20, 1997 Education Service Center, Region VIII, Board of Directors, met at Alps Restaurant, 106 East Burton Road, Mt. Pleasant, August 28, 1997 at 6:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Scott Ferguson, P.O. Box 1894, Mt. Pleasant, Texas 75456-1894, (903) 572-8551. TRD-9711030. Education Service Center, Region XIII, Board of Directors, met at 5701 Springdale Road, Room F, Austin, August 25, 1997 at 12:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Dr. Roy C. Benavides, 5701 Springdale Road, Austin, Texas 78723, (512) 919-5300. TRD-9711032. Education Service Center, Region 20, Board of Directors, met at 1314 Hines Avenue, San Antonio, August 27, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Dr. Judy M. Castelberry, 1314 Hines Avenue, San Antonio, Texas 78208-1899, (210) 299-2471. TRD-9711027. Lake Livingston Water Supply and Sewer Service Corporation, met at 622 South Washington, Livingston, August 21, 1997, at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from M.D. Simmons, P.O. Box 1149, Livingston, Texas 77351, (409) 327- 3107. TRD-9711009. Leon County Central Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 103 North Commerce, corner of Highway 7 and 75, Gresham Building, Centerville, August 25, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Jeff Beshears, P.O. Box 536, Centerville, Texas 75833-0536, (903) 536-2252. TRD-9711033. LRGV Development Council (LRGVDC), Board of Directors, met at Harlingen Chamber of Commerce, 311 East Tyler, Harlingen, August 28, 1997 at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Kenneth N. Jones, Jr., or Anna M. Hernandez, 311 North 15th Street, McAllen, Texas 78501 (956) 682-3481. TRD-9710998. Lubbock Regional MHMR Center, Board of Trustees, met at 1602 10th Street, Board Room, Lubbock, August 25, 1997 at Noon. Information may be obtained from Gene Menefee, P.O. Box 2828, Lubbock, Texas 79408, (806) 766-0202. TRD-9711025. Northeast Texas Municipal Water District, Board of Directors, met at Highway 250 South, Hughes Springs, August 25, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Roy A. Nail, P.O. Box 955, Hughes Springs, Texas 75656, (903) 639-7538. TRD-9711003. Sharon Water Supply Corporation, Board of Directors, met at the Office of Sharon Water Supply, Route 5, Winnsboro, August 25, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Gerald Brewer, Route 5, Box 50361, Winnsboro, Texas 75494, (903) 342-3525. TRD-9711023. Texas Panhandle Mental Health Authority, Board of Trustees, met at 1501 South Polk Street, Second Floor, Amarillo, August 26, 1997 at 10:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Shirley Hollis, P.O. Box 3250, Amarillo, Texas 79116-3250. TRD-9711010. Trinity River Authority of Texas, Board of Directors, met at 5300 South Collins Street, Arlington, August 27, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from James L. Murphy, P.O. Box 60, Arlington, Texas 76004, (817) 467-4343. TRD- 9711004. 24th Judicial District Community Supervision and Corrections Department, Victoria Area Board of District Judges, met at 135th District Courtroom, Third Floor, Victoria County Courthouse, 115 North Bridge Street, Victoria, August 28, 1997 at 4:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Janet Duge, P.O. Box 165, Victoria, Texas 77902, (512) 575-0201. TRD-9711024. Meetings filed August 21, 1997 Ark-Tex Council of Governments, (ATCOG), Executive Committee, met with revised agenda, at Texas Parks and Wildlife, 212 South Johnson, Mt. Pleasant, August 28, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Sandie Brown, P.O. Box 5307, Texarkana, Texas 75505, (903) 832-8636. TRD-9711074. Bastrop Central Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board, met at 1200 Cedar Street, Bastrop, August 26, 1997 at 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Dana Ripley, 1200 Cedar Street, Bastrop, Texas 78602, (512) 303-3536. TRD- 9711038. Bell-Milam-Falls Water Supply Corporation, Board, met at Corporation Office, FM 485 West, Cameron, August 28, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Dwayne Jekel, P.O. Drawer 150, Cameron, Texas 76520, (254) 697-4016. TRD- 9711041. Education Service Center, Region 10, Board of Directors, met at 400 East Spring Valley Road, Richardson, August 27, 1997 at 1:15 p.m. Information may be obtained from Joe Farmer, 400 East Spring Valley Road, Richardson, Texas 75081, (972) 231-6301, extension 302. TRD-9711037. Garza Central Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 124 East Main Street, Post, August 28, 1997 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Billie Y. Windham, P.O. Drawer F, Post, Texas 79356, (806) 495-3518. TRD- 9711042. Garza Central Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 124 East Main Street, Post, August 28, 1997 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Billie Y. Windham, P.O. Drawer F, Post, Texas 79356, (806) 495-3518. TRD- 9711043. Gulf Bend Center, Board of Trustees, met at 1502 East Airline, Victoria, August 26, 1997 at Noon. Information may be obtained from Agnes Moeller, 1502 East Airline, Victoria, Texas 77901, (512) 582-2309. TRD-9711077. Heart of Texas Council of Governments, Executive Committee, met at 3900 Parrish, Waco, August 28, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Donna Tomlinson, 300 Franklin Avenue, Waco, Texas 76701, (817) 756-7822. TRD-9711046. Heart of Texas Council of Governments, Board of Directors Semi-Annual Meeting, met at 3900 Parrish, Waco, August 28, 1997 at Noon. Information may be obtained from Donna Tomlinson, 300 Franklin Avenue, Waco, Texas 76701, (817) 756-7822. TRD-9711045. Lower Rio Grande Valley Tech Prep Associate Degree Consortium, Board of Directors, met at the Best Western Palm Aire Motel, 415 South International Boulevard, Weslaco, August 27, 1997, at Noon. Information may be obtained from Pat Bubb, TSTC Center, Harlingen, Texas 78550-3697, (210) 425-0729. TRD-9711070. Middle Rio Grande Development Council, Workforce Development Board, met with revised agenda, at 920 East Main Street, Sage Room, Holiday Inn, August 21, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Leodoro Martinez, Jr., P.O. Box 1199, Carrizo Springs, Texas 78834, (830) 876-3533. TRD-9711040. Parmer County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 305 Third Street, Bovina, August 28, 1997 at 8:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Ronald E. Proctor, P.O. Box 56, Bovina, Texas 79009, (806) 238-1405. TRD-9711071. Rockwall Central Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 106 North San Jacinto, Rockwall, August 26, 1997 at 7:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Ray E. Helm, 106 North San Jacinto, Rockwall, Texas 75087, (972) 771-2034. TRD- 9711072. Texas Rural Communities, Inc., Board of Directors, will meet at 6000 Middle Fiskville Road, Elm Room, Austin, September 4, 1997 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Leslie Janca, 1016 La Posada Drive, Suite 200, Austin, Texas 78752, (512) 458-1016. TRD-9711039. Meetings filed August 22, 1997 Alamo Area Council of Governments, Board of Directors, met at 118 Broadway, Suite 400, San Antonio, August 27, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Al J. Notzon, III, 118 Broadway, Suite 400, San Antonio, Texas 78205, (210) 225-5201. TRD-9711113. Alamo Area Council of Governments, Area Judges, met at 118 Broadway, Suite 400, San Antonio, August 27, 1997 at 2:45 p.m. Information may be obtained from Al J. Notzon, III, 118 Broadway, Suite 400, San Antonio, Texas 78205, (210) 225-5201. TRD-9711114. Andrews Center, Board of Trustees, met at 2323 West Front Street, Room 208, Tyler, August 28, 1997 at 3:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Richard J. DeSanto, P.O. Box 4730, Tyler, Texas 75712, (903) 535-7338. TRD-9711142. Austin-Travis County MHMR Center, Finance and Control Committee, met at 1430 Collier Street, Board Room, Austin, August 26, 1997 at 11:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Sharon Taylor, 1430 Collier Street, Austin, Texas 78704, (512) 440-4031. TRD-9711094. Central Texas Workforce Development Board, met at 321 North Penelope, Belton, August 28, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Susan Kamas, P.O. Box 450, Belton, Texas 76513, (254) 939-3771. TRD-9711145. Community Action Committee of Victoria, Texas, Board of Directors, met at 1501 North DeLeon, Suite A, Victoria, August 28, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Vicki Smith, 1501 North DeLeon, Suite A, Victoria, Texas 77902- 2142, (512) 578-2989. TRD-9711105. Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Audit Committee, met at 1401 Pacific Avenue, Conference Room "B", First Floor, August 26, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Paula J. Bailey, DART, P.O. Box 660163, Dallas, Texas 75266- 0163, (214) 749-3256. TRD-9711129. Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Committee of the Whole, met at 1401 Pacific Avenue, Conference Room "C", First Floor, August 26, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Paula J. Bailey, DART, P.O. Box 660163, Dallas, Texas 75266- 0163, (214) 749-3256. TRD-9711130. Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Board of Directors, met at 1401 Pacific Avenue, Board Room, First Floor, August 26, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Paula J. Bailey, DART, P.O. Box 660163, Dallas, Texas 75266-0163, (214) 749- 3256. TRD-9711131. Edwards Aquifer Authority, Administrative Committee, met at 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, August 26, 1997 at 3:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Sally Tamez-Salas, 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, Texas 78212, (210) 222-2204. TRD-9711095. Edwards Aquifer Authority, Research and Technology Committee, met at 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, August 27, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Sally Tamez-Salas, 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, Texas 78212, (210) 222-2204. TRD-9711096. Edwards Aquifer Authority, Finance Committee, met at 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, August 27, 1997 at 12:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Sally Tamez-Salas, 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, Texas 78212, (210) 222-2204. TRD-9711097. Edwards Aquifer Authority, Aquifer Management Planning Committee, met at 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, August 27, 1997 at 3:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Sally Tamez-Salas, 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, Texas 78212, (210) 222-2204. TRD-9711098. Edwards Aquifer Authority, Permits Committee, met at 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, August 27, 1997 at 5:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Sally Tamez-Salas, 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, Texas 78212, (210) 222-2204. TRD-9711099. Edwards Aquifer Authority, Executive Committee, met at 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, August 28, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Sally Tamez-Salas, 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, Texas 78212, (210) 222-2204. TRD-9711100. Ellis County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 400 Ferris Avenue, Waxahachie, August 26, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Kathy Rodrigue, P.O. Box 878, Waxahachie, Texas 75168-0878, (972) 937-3552. TRD- 9711104. Golden Crescent Private Industry Council, met at 2401 Houston Highway, Victoria, August 27, 1997, 6:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Sandy Heiermann, 2401 Houston Highway, Victoria, Texas 77901, (512) 576-5872. TRD-971115. Harris County Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board, met at 2800 North Loop West, Eighth Floor, Houston, August 29, 1997 at 8:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Bob Gee, 2800 North Loop West, Houston, Texas 77092, (713) 957- 5222. TRD-9711109. MHMR Authority of Brazos Valley, Budget and Finance/Personnel Committee, met at 1504 Texas Avenue, Bryan, August 28, 1997, at 12:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Leon Bawcom, P.O. Box 4588, Bryan, Texas 77805, (409) 822-6467. TRD-9711143. MHMR Authority of Brazos Valley, Budget and Finance/Personnel Committee, met at 1504 Texas Avenue, Bryan, August 28, 1997, at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Leon Bawcom, P.O. Box 4588, Bryan, Texas 77805, (409) 822-6467. TRD-9711144. Middle Rio Grande Development Council, Executive Committee, met at La Quinta Inn, 2525 Main Street, Eagle Pass, August 26, 1997 at 7:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Leodoro Martinez, Jr., P.O. Box 1199, Carrizo Springs, Texas 78834, (210) 876-3533. TRD-9711092. Middle Rio Grande Development Foundation, Inc. Board of Directors, met at La Quinta Inn, 2525 Main Street, Eagle Pass, August 26, 1997 at 8:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Leodoro Martinez, Jr., P.O. Box 1199, Carrizo Springs, Texas 78834, (210) 876-3533. TRD-9711091. Middle Rio Grande Development Foundation, Inc. Board of Directors, met at La Quinta Inn, 2525 Main Street, Eagle Pass, August 27, 1997 at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Leodoro Martinez, Jr., P.O. Box 1199, Carrizo Springs, Texas 78834, (210) 876-3533. TRD-9711093. North Central Texas Council of Governments, Workforce Board Executive Committee, met at 616 Six Flags Drive, Third Floor Board Room, Arlington, August 26, 1997 at 9:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Casandra J. Vines, NCTCOG, P.O. Box 5888, Arlington, Texas 76005-5888, (817) 695-9176. TRD-9711112. South Texas Workforce Development Board, met at 901 Kennedy Street, Zapata, August 28, 1997 at 4:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Myrna V. Herbst, P.O. Box 1757, Laredo, Texas 78044-1757, (210) 722-0546. TRD-9711141. Texas Panhandle Mental Health Authority, (Revised agenda), met at 1501 South Polk Street, Second Floor, Amarillo, August 26, 1997 at 10:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Shirley Hollis, P.O. Box 3250, Amarillo, Texas 7911-3250; (806) 349-5680, or fax: (806) 337-1035. TRD-9711101. Upper Leon River Municipal Water District, Board of Directors, conducted emergency meeting at General Office, Lake Proctor Dam, off FM 2861, Comanche, August 25, 1997 at 6:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Upper Leon River Municipal Water District, P.O. Box 67, Comanche, Texas 76442, (254) 879-2258. TRD-9711111. Upshur County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at Warren and Trinity Street, Gilmer, August 27, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Louise Stracener, P.O. Box 280, Gilmer, Texas 75644-0280. TRD-971118. Meetings filed August 25, 1997 Central Texas Workforce Development Board, Executive/Planning and Evaluation Committees, met at 200 North Main Street, Belton, August 27, 1997 at 5:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Susan Kamas, P.O. Box 450, Belton, Texas, 76513, (254) 939-3771. TRD-9711159. Scurry County Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board, met in emergency session, at 2612 College Avenue, Snyder, August 27, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. Reason for emergency: Failed to deliver Notice of Hearing in a timely manner. Information may be obtained from L.R. Peveler, 2612 College Avenue, Snyder, Texas 79549, (915) 573-8549. TRD-9711186.