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). State Office of Administrative Hearings Friday, January 16, 1998, 9:00 a.m. 1700 North Congress Avenue Austin Utility Division AGENDA: A Prehearing Conference is scheduled for the above date and time in SOAH Docket Number 473-97-2310; PUC Docket Number 18473; Application of Group Long Distance, Inc., for a Service Provider Certificate of Operating Authority. Contact:William G. Newchurch, 300 West 15th Street, Suite 502, Austin, Texas 78701-1649, (512) 936-0728. Filed: December 29, 1997, 2:46 p.m. TRD-9717202 Texas Animal Health Commission Wednesday, January 7, 1998, 10:00 a.m. 2105 Kramer Lane Austin Oversight Committee AGENDA: I. Approval of minutes II. Discussion and possible action regarding the LAR III. Discussion and possible action regarding the first quarter budget review IV. Discussion and possible action regarding contracts, purchases and leases greater than $5000. V. Discussion and possible action regarding the executive SORT Contact: Tiffany Norvell, P.O. Box 12966, Austin, Texas 78711-2966, (512) 719- 0714. (tiffanyn@tahc.state.tx.us) Filed: December 29, 1997, 2:50 p.m. TRD-9717205 Wednesday, January 7, 1998, 1:00 p.m. 2105 Kramer Lane Austin Audit Committee AGENDA: I. Approval of minutes II. Discussion and possible action regarding Livestock Market Audit III. Discussion and possible action regarding Area Eight Audit Contact: Tiffany Norvell, P.O. Box 12966, Austin, Texas 78711-2966, (512) 719- 0714. (tiffanyn@tahc.state.tx.us) Filed: December 29, 1997, 2:50 p.m. TRD-9717204 Wednesday, January 7, 1998, 2:00 p.m. 2105 Kramer Lane Austin AGENDA: Contact: Tiffany Norvell, P.O. Box 12966, Austin, Texas 78711-2966, (512) 719- 0714. (tiffanyn@tahc.state.tx.us) Filed: December 29, 1997, 2:45 p.m. TRD-9717201 Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners Thursday, January 8, 1998, 9:00 a.m. 333 Guadalupe Street, Tower III, Suite 825 Austin Licensure and Educational Standards Committee REVISED AGENDA: The Licensure and Educational Standards Committee of the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners will meet on Thursday, January 8, 1998, at 9:00 a.m. to consider, discuss, take any appropriate action/or approve: B.1. Discuss purchase of Continuing Education video tapes for disability waiver applicants, 2. Request waiver of deadline for continuing education hours; Roxanne Cockerell, D.C. and Jeff Cockerell, D.C., Glenn Marr, D.C., Vu Bach Long, D.C., Arturo Espinosa, D.C., Brad A. Cudnik, D.C., Louis Patino, D.C., Kheim T. Ngo, D.C., Francis X. Murphy, D.C., Curtis J. Hall, D.C., John T. Rathjen, Jr., D.C., Allan G. Preddy, D.C., Tracie L. Steed, D.C., Gary W. Walker, D.C., Davis M. Mullican. D.C., Dino Palividas, D.C., Tracy Standridge, D.C., 3. Review licensees who passed October and December, 1997, jurisprudence examination, 4. Request for additional information regarding felony conviction; Christopher Hobbs, Charles A. Rublee, Jr., 5. Request for waiver of deadline for submitting continuing education seminars, 6. Review of surveys for inactive status, 7. Lack of 1996 Continuing Education hours, 8. Continuing Education -- License Renewal Coordination, 9. Review of New Mexico Association Continuing Education seminar request. Contact: Joyce Kershner, 333 Guadalupe, Tower III, Suite 825, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 305-6708. Filed: December 30, 1997, 9:01 a.m. TRD-9717229 Thursday, January 8, 1998, 1:30 p.m. 333 Guadalupe Street, Tower I, Room 216 Austin Board Meeting REVISED AGENDA: The Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners will meet on Thursday, January 8, 1998, at 1:30 p.m. to consider, discuss, take any appropriate action/or approve: I. Approval of minutes of last meeting. II. Introduction of guests. III. Report of the President on activities since last Board meeting. IV. Report of the Executive Director. 1. Consideration of E-Mail for agency. 2. Report on additional space for agency. V. A. Enforcement Committee 1.98-01 through 98-70, 95-05, 95-06, 95-08, 95-09, 95-10 95-11. VI. B. Licensure and Education Standards 1. Discussion on purchase of Continuing Education video tapes for disability waiver applicants, 2. Request waiver of deadline for continuing education hours; Roxanne Cockerell, D.C. and Jeff Cockerell, D.C., Glenn Marr, D.C., Vu Bach Long, D.C., Arturo Espinoza, D.C., Brad A. Cudnik, D.C., Louis Patino, D.C., Kheim T. Ngo, D.C., Francis X. Murphy, D.C., Curtis J. Hall, D.C., John T. Rathjen, Jr., D.C., Allan G. Preddy, D.C., Tracie L. Steed, D.C., Gary W. Walker, D.C., Davis M. Mullican. D.C., Dino Palividas, D.C., Tracy Standridge, D.C., 3. Review licensees who passed October and December, 1997, jurisprudence examination, 4. Request for additional information regarding felony conviction; Christopher Hobbs, Charles A. Rublee, Jr., 5. Request for waiver of deadline for submitting continuing education seminars, 6. Review of surveys for inactive status, 7. Lack of 1996 Continuing Education hours, 8. Continuing Education -- License Renewal Coordination, 9. Review of New Mexico Association Continuing Education seminar request. VII. Executive Committee-1. board approval of Executive Director's moving expenses VIII. D. Technical Standards. 1. Acupuncture/Manipulation under Anesthesia, R. J. Kelly, D.C., 2. Discussion of amendments to Texas Department of Health Radiation Certification Program. IX. E. Rules Committee-Ratify proposed amendment to Rule 73.4, Inactive Status 2. Ratify proposed amendment to Rule 75.7, Fees. 3. Proposed amendment to 73.3(1)(e), audio tape option for Continuing Education 4. Discussion of Plan of Review as required by Rider 167 Appropriations Act X. Items to be discussed for future agenda. The Board may meet from time to time in Executive Session with respect to the above items authorized by Chapter 551 of the Government Code. Contact: Joyce Kershner, 333 Guadalupe, Tower III, Suite 825, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 305-6708. Filed: December 30, 1997, 9:01 a.m. TRD-9717230 Coastal Coordination Council Wednesday, January 7, 1998, 1:30 p.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Room 118 Austin Executive Committee AGENDA: Contact: Janet Fatheree, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Room 617, Austin, Texas 78701-1495, (512) 463-5385. Filed: December 29, 1997, 9:22 a.m. TRD-9717175 Thursday, January 8, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Room 119 Austin Executive Committee AGENDA: I. Call to Order II. Discussion of possible amendments to Council rules adding federal restoration plans to the list of federal activities affecting the coastal zone. III. Adjourn. Contact: Janet Fatheree, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Room 617, Austin, Texas 78701-1495, (512) 463-5385. Filed: December 30, 1997, 9:00 a.m. TRD-9717228 Credit Union Department Thursday, January 15, 1998, 2:00 p.m. 914 East Anderson Lane Austin Legislative Advisory Committee for the Credit Union Commission AGENDA: To Invite: Public input for future consideration. To Receive: Minutes of October 9, 1997 meeting; To Consider: Taking formal Action to Recommend Action to the Credit Union Commission Regarding Rule Changes Necessitated by Legislation Passed During the 75th Legislature, (1) Criteria that Must be Considered in Approving or Disapproving a Merger, (2) Circumstances under which Meetings will be Conducted to Accept Comment from Interested Parties that wish to Comment on Certain Applications, (3) Requirements or Restrictions on Lending Activity Secured by a Lien Authorized by sec.sec.50(a)(6) and (7), Article XVI, Texas Constitution; Taking formal action to Recommend Action Regarding House Bill One (Appropriation Act), Article IX, sec.167- Review of Agency Rules; To Conduct: Discussion of the Mandated Study (75th Leg., R.S. Ch. 338, 1997 Tex. Sess. Law. Serv. 1450) of State Laws Governing Financial Institutions; Establish date for next Committee Meeting. In the event the Commission does not finish deliberation of an item on the first day for which it was posted, the Commission might recess the meeting until the following day at the time and place announced at the time of recess. Persons with disabilities my request reasonable accommodations such as interpreters, alternative formats, or assistance with physical accessibility. Request for special accommodation must be made 72 hours prior to the designated time set for the meeting by contacting Carol Shaner at (512) 837-9236. Contact: Carol P. Shaner, 914 East Anderson Lane, Austin, Texas 78752-1699, (512) 837-9236. Filed: December 30, 1997, 1:09 p.m. TRD-9717254 Friday, January 16, 1998, 9:00 a.m. 914 East Anderson Lane Austin Commissioner Evaluation Committee for the Credit Union Commission AGENDA: To Invite: Public input for future consideration. To Receive: Minutes of October 10, 1997 meeting; To Consider: Taking formal Action to Recommend Approval by the Credit Union Commission of the Performance Evaluation Form for 1998. To Conduct: An executive session to obtain information necessary to complete the Commissioner's evaluation. Persons with disabilities my request reasonable accommodations such as interpreters, alternative formats, or assistance with physical accessibility. Request for special accommodation must be made 72 hours prior to the designated time set for the meeting by contacting Carol Shaner at (512) 837-9236. Contact: Carol P. Shaner, 914 East Anderson Lane, Austin, Texas 78752-1699, (512) 837-9236. Filed: December 30, 1997, 1:09 p.m. TRD-9717253 Friday, January 16, 1998, 10:00 a.m. 914 East Anderson Lane Austin Credit Union Commission AGENDA: To Invite: Public input for future consideration. To Receive: Minutes of October 10, 1997 Commission meeting; Communications; and committee reports from the Texas Share Guaranty Credit Union (TSGCU) Oversight Committee, Legislative Advisory Committee, Commissioner Evaluation Committee and Field of Membership Committee; To Consider: Taking formal action to Re-propose New sec.91.103 (Revised) and Withdraw the Original Proposal Concerning Public Notice of Department Activities; Taking formal action to Adopt Amendment to sec.91.705 Concerning Loans to Credit Union Officials; Taking formal action to Adopt New sec.97.103 Concerning Recusal of Commission Members; Taking formal action to Adopt New sec.97.106 Concerning Posting of Complaint Notice at Credit Union Offices; Taking formal action to Publish for Comment Proposed Amendment to sec.97.113 Concerning Credit Union Operating Fees; Taking formal action to Publish for Comment Proposed New sec.91.104 Concerning Public Notice of Applications; Taking formal action to Amend Commission's Policies Manual, (1) sec.II.3(4) Concerning the Establishment of a Time Limit for Public Input on an Issue not Scheduled as a Meeting Agenda Item; (2) sec.II.E(5) Concerning the Establishment of a Time Limit for Public Input on a Scheduled Item of a Meeting Agenda, (3) sec.II.E(12) Concerning Recessed Meetings; Taking formal action to Support the NASCUS Interstate Branching Agreement; Taking formal action to Approve Department's Risk Management Policy Statement; Taking formal action to establish April 17, 1998 as the tentative date for the next Commission's meeting and set Tentative Scheduling for future meetings in 1998; To Conduct: An executive session to review credit unions receiving special supervision and related concerns; to consult with legal counsel regarding contemplated legal actions; existing litigation and administrative sanctions; and to discuss personnel matters, including the annual evaluation of the Commissioner. In the event the Commission does not finish deliberation of an item on the first day for which it was posted, the Commission might recess the meeting until the following day at the time and place announced at the time of recess. Persons with disabilities my request reasonable accommodations such as interpreters, alternative formats, or assistance with physical accessibility. Request for special accommodation must be made 72 hours prior to the designated time set for the meeting by contacting Carol Shaner at (512) 837-9236. Contact: Carol P. Shaner, 914 East Anderson Lane, Austin, Texas 78752-1699, (512) 837-9236. Filed: December 30, 1997, 1:09 p.m. TRD-9717252 State Board of Dental Examiners Friday, January 16, 1998, 8:00 a.m. 333 Guadalupe, Tower Two, Second Floor, HPC II-225 Room Austin Board REVISED AGENDA: To Add to Agenda Item VIII.B. VIII. General Counsel's Report B. Review recommendation concerning whether settlement conferences should be open or closed meetings and discuss and consider amendments to rule 107.63(G). Contact: Mei Ling Clendennen, 333 Guadalupe, Tower 3, Suite 800, Austin, Texas, 78701, (512) 463-6400. Filed: December 31, 1997, 8:53 a.m. TRD-9717292 Texas Department of Economic Development Tuesday, January 6, 1998, 1:00 p.m. S.F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress, Suite 300-A Austin Governing Board AGENDA: 1:00 p.m. Call to Order: Recess into Executive Session Pursuant to Government Code sec.551.075 for Conference with Employees to receive information regarding Grant Proposals and Process; Call Back to Order; Public Comments; Adjourn. Contact: Debra Clonts, 1700 North Congress, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 936-0104. Filed: December 29, 1997, 11:36 a.m. TRD-9717192 Tuesday, January 6, 1998, 3:30 p.m. S.F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress, Room 118 Austin Governing Board and Advisory Committee AGENDA: 3:30 Call to Order; Introduction, Tourism Overview; Division Contracts; Senate Bill 932 Update; Public Comments; Adjourn. Contact: Debra Clonts, 1700 North Congress, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 936-0104. Filed: December 29, 1997, 11:36 a.m. TRD-9717193 Wednesday, January 7, 1998, 9:00 a.m. S.F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress, Room 1-111 Austin Governing Board AGENDA: 9:00 Call to Order; Recess into Executive Session; Call back to order; Appointment of Acting Executive Director; Approval of the Minutes of the Texas Department of Economic Development Governing Board Meeting on November 19, 1997; Report from Acting Executive Director; Review of Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance Grant Program; Request for Grant Award of $500,000 for the Construction of a High Tech Business Incubator in Marshall; Appointment of Public Funds Investment Officer; Proposed Amendments to Smart Jobs Rules; Presentation of the Smart Jobs Fund Grants Awarded; Composition of Advisory Committee; Legislative Update; European Union High Tech Mission to Texas; Texas Agritech Corridor Partnership Initiative; Public Comments; Board Comments; Adjourn. Contact: Susan Wilson, 1700 North Congress, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 936-0158. Filed: December 30, 1997, 1:15 p.m. TRD-9717262 Wednesday, January 7, 1998, 11:40 a.m. S.F. Austin Building, 1701 North Congress, Room 1-111 Austin Texas Small Business Industrial Development Corporation AGENDA: Call to Order; Approval of Minutes for October 3, 1997 board of Directors Meeting; Approve Substitution of the National Westminster Bank as Provider of the Letter of Credit on the Second Amended and Restated Letter of Credit Agreement between the Bank and TSBIDC and the Texas Financing Corporation; Appointment of Board of Directors of Texcap Financing Corporation; Public Comments; Adjourn. Contact: Susan Wilson, 1700 North Congress, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 936-0158. Filed: December 30, 1997, 1:14 p.m. TRD-9717261 Wednesday, January 7, 1998, 11:55 a.m. S.F. Austin Building, 1701 North Congress, Room 1-111 Austin TEXCAP Financing Corporation AGENDA: Call to Order; Election of Officers of the Texcap Financing Corporation; Approve Substitution of the National Westminster Bank as Provider of the Letter of Credit on the Second Amended and Restated Letter of Credit Agreement between the Bank and TSBIDC and the Texas Financing Corporation; Public Comments; Adjourn. Contact: Susan Wilson, 1700 North Congress, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 936-0158. Filed: December 30, 1997, 1:14 p.m. TRD-9717260 Texas Education Agency (TEA) Thursday, January 15, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Room 1-104, W.B. Travis Building, 1701 North Congress Avenue Austin State Board of Education (SBOE) Committee of the Whole AGENDA: Public testimony: Commissioner's comments; Approval of sunset review plan for SBOE rules; Discussion of the request for proposal and selection of external investment management firms for the Permanent School Fund; Discussion of Proposed Amendments to State Board of Education Operating Rules; Hearing to consider disposition of the charter for Cypress Youth Foundation Charter School; Discussion of pending litigation. This discussion will be held in Room 1-103 in executive session in accordance with the Texas Government Code, sec.551.071(1)(A), and will include a discussion of the following: (1) Angel G. et al. v. Meno, et al, relating to students with disabilities residing in care and treatment facilities; (2) Maxwell, et al. v. Pasadena Independent School District (ISD) relating to Texas Assessment of Academic Skills (TAAS) testing; (3) State of Texas v. United States of America relating to the Voting Rights Act and its applicability to the placement of masters in independent school districts; (4) Soccoro ISD, et al. v. State Board of Education relating to the technology allotment; (5) GI FORUM, Image de Tejas v. Moses, et al, relating to the TAAS exit-level examination as a prerequisite for high school graduation; and (6) any other litigation arising after the date of posting for the meeting. Contact: Criss Cloudt, 1701 North Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-9701. Filed: December 31, 1997, 10:50 a.m. TRD-9717307 Thursday, January 15, 1998, 2:00 p.m. Room 1-100, W.B. Travis Building, 1701 North Congress Avenue Austin State Board of Education (SBOE) Committee on Instruction AGENDA: Public testimony: Proposed amendments to 19 TAC Chapter 74, Curriculum Requirements; Discussion of Proposed New 19 TAC sec.114.27, American Sign Language, Levels I and II; sec.114.28, American Sign Language, Levels III and IV; and sec.114.29, American Sign Language, Levels V, VI and VII; Continued discussion of the assessment rule pertaining to the deferral from the exit level test for limited English proficient students who have recently arrived in the United States; Update on class size waivers, bilingual education exceptions, and waivers for English as a second language; Continued discussion of the Texas student assessment program; Report on student performance on the Algebra I end- of-course test as related to instructional materials; Proposed review of Procedures Concerning Dyslexia and Related Disorders. Contact: Criss Cloudt, 1701 North Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-9701. Filed: December 31, 1997, 10:51 a.m. TRD-9717308 Thursday, January 15, 1998, 2:00 p.m. Room 1-111, W.B. Travis Building, 1701 North Congress Avenue Austin State Board of Education (SBOE) Committee on Planning AGENDA: Public testimony: Review of proposed repeal of 19 TAC Chapter 230, Professional Educator Preparation and Certification, Subchapter Z, General Provisions Relating to the Transition of Authority to the State Board for Educator Certification; Proposed new 19 TAC Chapter 229, Accountability System for Educator Preparation (relating to standards for the approval and continuing accountability of all educator preparation programs); Proposed new 19 TAC Chapter 247, Educators' Code of Ethics; Proposed Repeal of 19 TAC Chapter 177, Standards, Ethics, and Practices; Recommendation for an appointment to the Fort Sam Houston Independent School District board of trustees; Discussion of the Framework for Educator Preparation and Certification; Update on approved open- enrollment charter school; Review of evaluation of open-enrollment charter schools; Discussion of proposed amendments to the University Interscholastic League (UIL) 1998-1999 constitution and contest rules to be effective 1998-1999; Discussion of a report on UIL policies and constitution and contest rules related to private and home school participation in UIL activities; Discussion of ongoing communications activities; Discussion of federal governmental relations activities; Status report on the accreditation, interventions, and sanctions of school districts. Contact: Criss Cloudt, 1701 North Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-9701. Filed: December 31, 1997, 10:51 a.m. TRD-9717309 Thursday, January 15, 1998, 2:00 p.m. Room 1-104, W.B. Travis Building, 1701 North Congress Avenue Austin State Board of Education (SBOE) Committee on School Finance Permanent School Fund (PSF) AGENDA: Public testimony: Proposed New 19 TAC sec.66.28, Adoption by Reference; Technical Correction of Board Action Relating to Proclamation 1997; Recommendations regarding readoption of instructional materials; Discussion of proposed amendments to 19 TAC sec.66.107, Local Accountability; School finance and appropriations update; Review of PSF securities transactions and the investment portfolio; Ratification of the purchases and sales to the investment portfolio of the PSF for the months of October and November 1997; Report of the PSF executive administrator. Contact: Criss Cloudt, 1701 North Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-9701. Filed: December 31, 1997, 10:52 a.m. TRD-9717310 Friday, January 16, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Room 1-104, W.B. Travis Building, 1701 North Congress Avenue Austin State Board of Education (SBOE) AGENDA: Invocation; Pledge of allegiance; Roll call; Approval of November 7, 1997 SBOE minutes; Public testimony; Heroes for Children Awards; Resolutions of the SBOE; Approval of sunset review plan for SBOE rules; Hearing to consider disposition of the charter for Cypress Youth Foundation Charter School; Proposed amendments to 19 TAC Chapter 74, Curriculum Requirements; Review of proposed repeal of 19 TAC Chapter 230, Professional Educator Preparation and Certification, Subchapter Z, General Provisions Relating to the Transition of Authority to the State Board for Educator Certification; Proposed new 19 TAC Chapter 229, Accountability System for Educator Preparation (relating to standards for the approval and continuing accountability of all educator preparation programs); Proposed new 19 TAC Chapter 247, Educators' Code of Ethics; Proposed Repeal of 19 TAC Chapter 177, Standards, Ethics, and Practices; Recommendation for an appointment to the Fort Sam Houston Independent School District board of trustees; Proposed New 19 TAC sec.66.28, Adoption by Reference; Technical Correction of Board Action Relating to Proclamation 1997; Recommendations regarding readoption of instructional materials; Ratification of the purchases and sales to the investment portfolio of the PSF for the months of October and November 1997, Information on agency administration. Contact: Criss Cloudt, 1701 North Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-9701. Filed: December 31, 1997, 10:52 a.m. TRD-9717311 Texas Commission on Fire Protection Wednesday-Friday, January 14-16, 1998, 8:30 a.m. 12675 Research Austin Commission AGENDA: I. The Budget and Strategic Plan subcommittees will meet from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on January 14 and may develop recommendations to be presented to the full commission. II. The subcommittee on advisory committee nominations will meet at 10:30 a.m. on January 14 to discuss recommendations for appointment to the Fire Fighter Advisory Committee. III. Executive session under sec.551.071, Texas Government Code, to discuss pending litigation. IV. Open session for further discussion, possible action on preceding agenda item. V. Executive session under sec.551.074, Texas Government Code, to discuss personnel matters relating to appointment, employment, compensation, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of the Executive Director or personnel acting on an interim basis. VI. Open session for further discussion, possible action on preceding agenda item. VII. Recognition of former commissioners. VIII. Report from strategic plan and budget subcommittees. IX. Report from subcommittee on advisory committee nominations. X. Discussion, possible action regarding the duties, functions and responsibilities of the Fire Fighter Advisory Committee. XI. Discussion, possible action concerning NFPA 1976, and municipal fire fighters responding to bulk flammable liquid and gas fires at industrial facilities such as a refinery or petrochemical plant. XII. Discussion, possible action on matters from the Executive Director. XIII. Discussion, possible action concerning follow-up report to the Texas Sunset Advisory Commission. XIV. Reports from Fire Service interest groups and agencies. XV. Discussion, possible action concerning reports by the Commission representative to the Fireman's Training School Advisory Board and by the Commission representative of TEEX. XVI. Discussion, possible action on reports from staff on the status of revisions to National Fire Protection Association Standards pertaining to NFPA 1981, NFPA 1550, NFPA 1971-1977, and NFPA 1001. XVII. Discussion, possible action on acceptance of gifts to the commission with a value in excess of $500.00. XVIII. Discussion, possible action on individual requests for waiver of late fees or examination requirements pursuant to Government Code, sec.419.034(e). XVIX. New matters from the public which my be discussed in future commission meetings. XX. Commission members may also attend a banquet hosted by the Texas Association of Fire Educators at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 15, 1998, at the Omni Hotel Austin Southpark, 4140 Governor's Row, Austin, Texas; at the banquet, general discussion of the agency's authority may occur, but no action will be taken. XXI. Discussion, possible action on future meeting dates. Contact: Joyce Spencer, 12675 Research boulevard, Austin, Texas 78759, (512) 918-7189. Filed: December 31, 1997, 10:39 a.m. TRD-9717302 General Land Office Tuesday, January 6, 1998, 10:00 a.m. S.F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 831 Austin School Land Board AGENDA: Approval of previous board meeting minutes; opening and consideration of bids received for the January 6, 1998 special oil and gas lease sale; pooling applications: Caldwell, NE (Georgetown), Giddings (Buda), and Giddings (Austin Chalk-3), Robertson Co.; Giddings (Buda) and Georgetown), Robertson Co.; Wildcat Field, Duval Co.; Adas Field, Fisher Co.; Brookes Brittany (Delaware), Reeves Co.; direct land sales, File #111068, Pecos Co.; and File 64794, Borden Co.; excess acreage applications, Out of the James Teague Survey, Abstract #842 and Out of the John Hethington Survey, Abstract #282, Hood Co.; Closed Session and Open Session- status report on sale of Section 321, New Horizon City, El Paso Co.; Closed and Open Session -- status report on Paseo Del Este, El Paso Co.; Closed Session and Open Session -- discussion of potential acquisition of approximately 51,000 acres located in Val Verde Co.; Closed Session- pending or contemplated litigation, including status report on Cause #97-13874, TransTexas Gas Corp. vs. Texas General Land Office; and potential counterclaims and third party claims; and/or settlement offers. Contact: Linda K. Fisher, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Room 836, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-5016. Filed: December 29, 1997, 3:41 p.m. TRD-9717212 Texas Department of Health Saturday, January 17, 1998, 10:00 a.m. E Building, Sixth Floor, Room 200, University Texas Southwestern Medical Center 5323 Harry Hines Boulevard Dallas Emergency Health Care Advisory Committee- Project Alpha Task Force AGENDA: The task force will introduce members and guests, and will discuss and possibly act on: an overview of Project Alpha; development of recommendations to the Emergency Medical Services Subcommittee, and public comment. To request ADA accommodation, please contact Suzzanna C. Currier, ADA Coordinator in the Office of Civil Rights at (512) 458-7626 or TDD at (512) 458- 7708 at least four days prior to the meeting. Contact: Debby Hilliard, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 834- 6740. Filed: December 31, 1997, 10:04 a.m. TRD-9717301 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Tuesday, January 13, 1998, 9:30 a.m. Chevy Chase Office Complex, Building 5, Room 5.250, 7745 Chevy Chase Drive Austin New Coordinating Board Members Orientation AGENDA: Overview of Coordinating Board; History, Responsibilities, Challenges Higher Education Structure in Texas Coordinating Board Staff- Organization, Issues, Procedures Members Procedures- meetings, travel, reimbursement, etc. Contact: Don Brown, P.O. Box 12788, Capitol Station; Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 483-6101. Filed: December 30, 1997, 9:20 a.m. TRD-9717236 Texas Department of Human Services (TDHS) Thursday, January 8, 1998, 1:30 p.m. 701 West 51st Street, Room 560, West Tower, John H. Winters Building Austin Alzheimer's Advisory Committee AGENDA: 1. Opening Statement. 2. Alzheimer's Disease Education Program (ADEP). 3. Connections Program. 4. Caregiver Enrichment Program. 5. Subcommittee Reports: Site Selection; Assessment Tool/Design of Study. 6. Medicaid Eligibility. 7. Open Discussion by Members. 8. Scheduling of Meeting Dates. 9. Adjournment. Contact: Trena Barnett, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714-9030, (512) 438- 3272. Filed: December 30, 1997, 3:52 p.m. TRD-9717281 Texas Incentive and Productivity Commission Wednesday, January 7, 1998, 10:00 a.m. Clements Building, 300 West 15th Street, Room 406 Austin Commission AGENDA: I. Call to Order and Roll Call II. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting III. Consideration of and Possible Action to Approve Employee Suggestions Submitted to the State Employee Incentive Program IV. Consideration of and Possible Action to Authorize the Chair or the Executive Director to Designate Employees to Approve Vouchers V. Executive Session Pursuant to Texas Government Code, sec.551.074 to Deliberate the Posting of the Position of Executive Director and Designation of an Acting Executive Director VI. Consideration of and Possible Action to Approve Action to Approve Posting of the Position of Executive Director and Designate Acting Executive Director VII. Adjournment Contact: M. Elaine Powell, P.O. Box 12482, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 475-2393. Filed: December 30, 1997, 9:51 a.m. TRD-9717239 Texas Department of Insurance Wednesday, January 7, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-97-2106.G -- Prehearing conference in the Matter of BENCHMARK RATES FOR PRIVATE PASSENGER AND COMMERCIAL AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE. Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code 113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-6328. Filed: December 29, 1997, 9:42 a.m. TRD-9717178 Wednesday, January 7, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-97-1986.C -- To consider whether disciplinary action should be taken against VICTOR J. SORIANO, San Antonio, Texas, who holds 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: December 30, 1997, 11:32 a.m. TRD-9717250 Tuesday, January 13, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-97-2141.C -- To consider whether disciplinary action should be taken against JASON W. BROWN, Dallas, 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: December 30, 1997, 10:45 a.m. TRD-9717245 Tuesday, January 13, 1998, 1:00 p.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-97-2052.C -- To consider whether disciplinary action should be taken against DESIREE L. WILEY, Stafford, Texas, who holds a Group I, Legal Reserve Life Insurance Agent's License, a Group II, Stock and Casualty Selling Accident and Health Insurance Agent's License and a Health Maintenance Organization 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: December 30, 1997, 10:45 a.m. TRD-9717246 Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Wednesday, January 7, 1998, 9:00 a.m. 920 Colorado, E.O. Thompson Building, 4th Floor Conference Room 420 Austin Enforcement Division, Boilers AGENDA: According to the complete agenda, the Department will hold Administrative Hearings to consider the possible assessment of administrative penalties and inspection fees against the following Respondents: Shiloh Inst. Church of God; Southwest School of Medical Assistants; Westwood Apartments; 4 C's Dry Cleaning; 500 Executive Center Association LLP; Bank One Texas NA; Bender Creek Apartments; Bennett Apartments; Bentley Square Apartments; Best Cleaners; Blue Beacon #68; Bluffview Apartments; Brookdale Apartments; Carlson Companies Incorporated; and Carriage Hill Villa I for failing to pay boiler inspection/certification fee(s) to obtain certificates of operation for the above-named Respondents' boiler(s), a violation of Tx. Health and Safety Code Ann. (the Code) ch. 755 and 16 Tex. Admin. Code (TAC) ch. 65, pursuant to the Code and Tex. Rev. Civ. Stat. Ann. art. 9100; Tex. Gov't. Code ch. 2001 (APA); and 16 TAC ch. 65. Contact: Allyson Lednicky, 920 Colorado, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-3192. Filed: December 29, 1997, 3:27 p.m. TRD-9717210 Wednesday, January 7, 1998, 1:00 p.m. 920 Colorado, E.O. Thompson Building, 4th Floor Conference Room 420 Austin Enforcement Division, Boilers AGENDA: According to the complete agenda, the Department will hold Administrative Hearings to consider the possible assessment of administrative penalties and inspection fees against the following Respondents: CDC Financial Corporation; Chateau Parker Apartments; Chateaux Dijon Apartments; Cleburne ISD; Collins Court Apartments; Columbia/HC Healthcare Corporation; Comet One Hour Cleaners; Consolidated Graphics; Copper Tank Brewing Company; Craft Breweries; Crestridge Apartments; Davis Co. Property Management; Days Inn (Arlington); Dry Clean Plus; Eagle Industries; and Eastfield Plaza Apartments for failing to pay boiler inspection/certification fee(s) to obtain certificates of operation for the above-named Respondents' boiler(s), a violation of Tx. Health and Safety Code Ann. (the Code) ch. 755 and 16 Tex. Admin. Code (TAC) ch. 65, pursuant to the Code and Tex. Rev. Civ. Stat. Ann. art. 9100; Tex. Gov't. Code ch. 2001 (APA); and 16 TAC ch. 65. Contact: Allyson Lednicky, 920 Colorado, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-3192. Filed: December 29, 1997, 3:27 p.m. TRD-9717209 Friday, January 9, 1998, 9:00 a.m. 920 Colorado, E.O. Thompson Building, First Floor Room 108 Austin Consumer Enforcement Division, Career Counseling AGENDA: According to the complete agenda, the Department will hold Administrative Hearings to consider the possible assessment of administrative penalties and inspection fees against the Respondent: James Caldwell, President, Bernard Haldane Associates, for violations of Tex. Rev. Civ. Stat. Ann. art. 5221a-8 (the Act) sec.sec.3(a), 5(a), 7, and 3(c), and 16 Tex. Admin. Code (TAC) sec.62.40, pursuant to the Act, the Tex. Rev. Civ. Stat. Ann. art 9100, the Tex. Gov't. Code ch. 2001 (PA), and 16 TAC chs. 60 and 62. Contact: Allyson Lednicky, 920 Colorado, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-3192. Filed: December 30, 1997, 1:21 p.m. TRD-9717267 Friday, January 9, 1998, 9:00 a.m. 920 Colorado, E.O. Thompson Building, First Floor, Room 108 Austin Consumer Enforcement Division, Career Counseling AGENDA: According to the complete agenda, the Department will hold Administrative Hearings to consider the possible assessment of administrative penalties and inspection fees against the Respondent James Caldwell, President, Bernard Haldane Associates, for violations of Tex. Rev. Civ. Stat. Ann. art. 5221a-8 (the Act) sec.sec.3(a), 3(c), 5(a), 6(b), and 10, as well as violations of 16 Tex. Admin. Code (TAC) sec.62.20 and 62.40(a), pursuant to the Act and the Tex. Rev. Civ. Stat. Ann. art 9100, 16 TAC chs. 60 and 62, and the Tex. Gov't. Code ch. 2001 (APA). Contact: Allyson Lednicky, 920 Colorado, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-3192. Filed: December 30, 1997, 1:21 p.m. TRD-9717268 Friday, January 9, 1998, 9:00 a.m. 920 Colorado, E.O. Thompson Building, First Floor, Room 108 Austin Consumer Enforcement Division, Career Counseling AGENDA: According to the complete agenda, the Department will hold Administrative Hearing to consider the possible revocation of the Respondent's Certificate of authority, an award of damages to the consumer in the amount of $2,750.00, and assessment of administrative penalties against the Respondent, James Caldwell, President, Bernard Haldane Associates, for violations of Tex. Rev. Civ. Stat. Ann. art. 5221a-8 (the Act) sec.sec.5(a), 6(a), (two counts), 7, 8(c) and 9(c), pursuant to the Act, and Tex. Rev. Civ. Stat. Ann. art 9100, Tex. Gov't. Code ch. 2001(APA) and 16 TAC chs. 60 and 62. Contact: Allyson Lednicky, 920 Colorado, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-3192. Filed: December 30, 1997, 1:20 p.m. TRD-9717266 Friday, January 9, 1998, 9:00 a.m. 920 Colorado, E.O. Thompson Building, First Floor, Room 108 Austin Consumer Enforcement Division, Career Counseling AGENDA: According to the complete agenda, the Department will hold Administrative Hearing to consider the possible revocation of the Respondent's certificate of authority, an award of damages to the consumer in the amount of $4,050,00, and assessment of administrative penalties against the Respondent, James Caldwell, President, Bernard Haldane Associates, for violations of Tex. Rev. Civ. Stat. Ann. art. 5221a-8 (the Act) sec.sec.5(a), 6(a), (two counts), 7, 8(c) and 9(c), pursuant to the Act, and Tex. Rev. Civ. Stat. Ann. art 9100, Tex. Gov't. Code ch. 2001(APA) and 16 TAC chs. 60 and 62. Contact: Allyson Lednicky, 920 Colorado, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-3192. Filed: December 30, 1997, 1:20 p.m. TRD-9717265 Texas Medical Disclosure Panel Tuesday, January 13, 1998, 10:00 a.m. 29th Floor, Conference Room 29-K, Haynes and Boone Law Firm, 901 Main Street Dallas AGENDA: The panel will discuss and possibly act on: approval of the minutes of the September 26, 1997, meeting; introduction of members and guests; final adoption of rules concerning informed consent before the performance of a hysterectomy (25 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) sec.sec.601.4, 601.6, and 601.8) published in the October 31, 1997 issue of the Texas Register (22 TexReg 10615); emergency rules; public comment (may be limited to three minutes); and setting the next meeting date. For ADA assistance, call Suzzanna C. Currier, (512) 458-7627 or TDD (512) 458- 7708 at least four days prior to the meeting. Contact: Mark Jeffers, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, (512) 834- 6646. Filed: December 31, 1997, 10:03 a.m. TRD-9717300 Texas Military Facilities Commission Friday, January 9, 1998, 11:00 a.m. 2200 West 35th Street, Building 64 Austin Full Commission AGENDA: The Commission will meet in open session, deliberate, and possibly take final action on the following agenda items: 1. Administrative Matters Minutes from Audit Committee meeting dated December 6, 1997 Minutes from Full Commission meeting dated December 6, 1997 Election of Treasurer Selection of New Investment Officer Auditor's Report Discussion/Authority to create an Emergency Fund 2. Executive Director's Update Tomball Facility Peace Prairie II Quarterly Investment Report 3. Public Comments a. Pending and anticipated litigation b. Deliberations regarding the appointment, employment, evaluations, reassignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of personnel c. Interviews and deliberations regarding applicants for the position of Executive Director d. Deliberations regarding the Commission's organizational structure The Commission may go into Executive Session on any agenda item as authorized by Government Code 551. Persons with disabilities desiring to attend this meeting and who may require accommodations are requested to contact Julie Wright at least 3 days prior to the meeting. Contact: Julie Wright, P.O. Box 5426, Austin, Texas 78763, (512) 406-6971. Filed: December 31, 1997, 9:20 a.m. TRD-9717298 Saturday, January 10, 1998, 8:00 a.m. 2200 West 35th Street, Building 64 Austin Full Commission AGENDA: The Commission will meet in open session, deliberate, and possibly take final action on the following agenda items: 1. a. Pending and anticipated litigation b. Deliberations regarding the appointment, employment, evaluations, reassignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of personnel c. Interviews and deliberations regarding applicants for the position of Executive Director d. Deliberations regarding the Commission's organizational structure 2. Property Camp Barkeley-Surface Mining Proposal Valley Armories Brownwood Grazing Lease San Angelo Lubbock Snyder Weslaco 3. Proposed Rule for Sales of Surplus Property 4. Public Comment/Close of Business The Commission may go into Executive Session on any agenda item as authorized by Government Code 551. Persons with disabilities desiring to attend this meeting and who may require accommodations are requested to contact Julie Wright at least 3 days prior to the meeting. Contact: Julie Wright, P.O. Box 5426, Austin, Texas 78763, (512) 406-6971. Filed: December 31, 1997, 9:20 a.m. TRD-9717297 Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Thursday, January 8, 1998, 1:30 p.m. 12100 Park 35 Circle, Building E, Room 201S Austin AGENDA: This meeting is a work session for discussion between commissioners and staff. No public testimony or comment will be accepted except by invitation of the commission. Contact: Doug Kitts, 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, (512) 239-3317. Filed: December 30, 1997, 2:55 p.m. TRD-9717272 Wednesday, April 8, 1998, 9:30 a.m. TNRCC Park 35 Office Complex, 12118 Park 35 Circle, Building E, Room 201S Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 97-0597-DIS; For a public hearing on a petition for Creation of Harris County Municipal Utility District Number 366 under the authority of Article XVI Section 59 of the Texas Constitution, Chapters 49 and 54 of the Texas Water Code, 30 Texas Administrative Code Chapter 293, and the procedural rules of the Commission. The petitioners have indicated there is not presently adequate water and wastewater facilities within the area proposed for additional development. The City of Houston has the authority and responsibility to provide water service to the property, however the City is not in a position to provide the necessary infrastructure of water distribution, wastewater collection, and drainage to provide an orderly development. Creation of an overlapping district will provide the necessary financing for this infrastructure. Applicants have stated that a preliminary investigation estimates the proposed District's share of the costs of said project to be approximately $4,277,872 for construction costs and $687,128 for non-construction costs, for a total bond issue requirement of approximately $3, 165,000. The proposed District would contain approximately 406,984 acres located approximately 6 miles northwest of downtown Houston in Harris County, Texas. This proposed District is bounded on the east by North Houston Rosslyn Road, on the west by a 100-foot right-of-way owned by Burlington Northern Railroad, and on the north by the south boundary line of Harris County Municipal Utility District Number 133. The entire District will be within Harris county and entirely within the corporate boundary of the City of Houston. Contact: Jim Herbert, P.O. Box 13087, Mail Code 152, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-6161. Filed: December 31, 1997, 8:01 a.m. TRD-9717291 Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Exam Thursday, January 8, 1998, 2:00 p.m. 333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Room 225 Austin Long Range Planning Committee AGENDA: 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Discussion with Physician Assistant Program officials regarding possible Jurisprudence course and other issues concerning Physician Assistants. Executive Session under the authority of the Open Meetings Act, sec.551.071 of the Government Code and Article 4495b, and article 4495b-1, sec.4(h), Texas Revised Civil Statutes and Article 22 of the Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 185.3(h). Contact: Bruce A. Levy, M.D., J.D. P.O. Box 2018, Austin, Texas 78768-2018, (512) 305-7023. Filed: December 30, 1997, 2:56 p.m. TRD-9717276 Friday, January 9, 1998, 8:30 a.m. 333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Room 225 Austin Licensure Committee AGENDA: 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Set Licensure Committee procedures for Rehabilitation Orders 4. Review of licensure applicants referred to the Licensure Committee by the Executive Director for determination of eligibility for licensure* 5. Review of Physician Assistant application for permanent licensure. * *Executive Session under the authority of the Open Meetings Act, sec.551.071 of the Government Code and Article 4495b, and article 4495b-1, sec.4(h), Texas Revised Civil Statutes and Article 22 of the Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 185.3(h). Contact: Bruce A. Levy, M.D., J.D. P.O. Box 2018, Austin, Texas 78768-2018, (512) 305-7023. Filed: December 30, 1997, 2:55 p.m. TRD-9717273 Friday, January 9, 1998, 10:30 a.m. 333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Room 225 Austin Long Range Planning Committee AGENDA: 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Legislative Report 4. Financial Report 5. Committee Chairman's Report *Executive Session under the authority of the Open Meetings Act, sec.551.071 of the Government Code and Article 4495b, and article 4495b-1, sec.4(h), Texas Revised Civil Statutes and Article 22 of the Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 185.3(h). Contact: Bruce A. Levy, M.D., J.D. P.O. Box 2018, Austin, Texas 78768-2018, (512) 305-7023. Filed: December 30, 1997, 2:55 p.m. TRD-9717274 Friday, January 9, 1998, 10:30 a.m. 333 Guadalupe, Tower 3, Seventh Floor Austin Disciplinary Committee AGENDA: 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Executive Session to review selected investigative files and cases recommended for dismissal by Informal Settlement Conference/Show Compliance proceedings to staff. *Executive Session under the authority of the Open Meetings Act, sec.551.071 of the Government Code and Article 4495b, and article 4495b-1, sec.4(h), Texas Revised Civil Statutes and Article 22 of the Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 185.3(h). Contact: Bruce A. Levy, M.D., J.D. P.O. Box 2018, Austin, Texas 78768-2018, (512) 305-7023. Filed: December 30, 1997, 2:55 p.m. TRD-9717275 Friday, January 9, 1998, 1:00 p.m. 333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Room 225 Austin Full Board AGENDA: Call to Order Roll Call Consideration and approval of Modification Request/Termination Request Orders Approval of minutes from previous Board Meetings Executive Director's Report Report and recommendations from the Long Range Planning Committee Report and recommendations from the Licensure Committee Report and recommendations from the Disciplinary Committee *Executive Session under the authority of the Open Meetings Act, sec.551.071 of the Government Code and Article 4495b, and article 4495b-1, sec.4(h), Texas Revised Civil Statutes and Article 22 of the Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 185.3(h). Contact: Bruce A. Levy, M.D., J.D. P.O. Box 2018, Austin, Texas 78768-2018, (512) 305-7023. Filed: December 30, 1997, 2:56 p.m. TRD-9717277 Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners Monday, January 12, 1998, 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 11/10/97 Board Meeting; 5. 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; 6. Agenda items submitted by Board members; a. Fee for no shows at Examination Center; b. Bank of questions for examinations; c. Board computer system; d. Fax machines for field Representatives; e. Payment of fees for staff; f. Forms for evaluation and exit interview; 7. Request of Texas Pipe Trades to offer correspondence course for Medical Gas Continuing Education; 8. Field Department; 9. Examination Department; 10. Fiscal Department: a. Errors and Omissions Insurance; b. Delegation of authority regarding expenditures; c. Costs of out of Austin Board meetings, 11. Administrative Department; a. General Comments; b. Request for staff travel; 12. Committee assignments and appointments; 13. Next meeting; 14. Adjournment. Contact: Stephanie Spiars, 929 East 41st Street, Austin, Texas 78751, (512) 458- 2145, Extension 222. Filed: December 31, 1997, 11:08 a.m. TRD-9717312 Public Utility Commission of Texas Wednesday, January 7, 1998, 10:00 a.m. 1701 North Congress Avenue Austin AGENDA: There will be a Commissioner's Work session for discussion, consideration, and possible action regarding: Docket Number 18490, Joint Application to Reduce Texas Utilities Electric Company Base Rates and Approval of Certain Accounting Procedures; Project Number 17549, Rulemaking to Address Affiliate Activities; Project Number 16536, Unbundling of Electric Distribution Facilities and functions; and Electric industry restructuring, electric utility reliability, sale, transfer and merger policy, and customer service; Project Number 18438, Number Conservation Measures in Texas; Project Number 16899, Numbering Plan Area Code Relief Planning for the 214/972 Area Codes; Project Number 16900, Numbering Plan Area Code Relief Planning for the 713/281 Area Codes; Project Number 16901, Numbering Plan Area Code Relief Planning for the 512 Area Code; Activities in local telephone markets, including but not limited to correspondence and implementation of interconnection agreements approved by the Commission pursuant to PURA and FTA; Project assignments, correspondence, staff reports, audit, agency structure and administrative procedures, budget, business plan, fiscal matters and personnel policy; Adjournment for closed session to consider litigation and personnel matters; Reconvene for discussion and decisions on matters considered in closed session. Contact: Rhonda Dempsey, 1701 North Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 936-7308. Filed: December 30, 1997, 3:11 p.m. TRD-9717278 Thursday, January 15, 1998, 10:00 a.m. 1701 North Congress Avenue Austin AGENDA: A Prehearing Conference will be conducted in Docket Number 18490-Joint application to Reduce Texas Utilities Electric Company Base Rates and Approval of Certain Accounting Procedures. Contact: Rhonda Dempsey, 1701 North Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 936-7308. Filed: December 29, 1997, 2:45 p.m. TRD-9717200 Thursday, January 22, 1998, 9:00 a.m. 1701 North Congress Avenue Austin Office of Policy Development AGENDA: A Hearing on the Merits is rescheduled for the above date and time in Docket Number 18077: Petition of Metro One Telecommunications, Inc. for Arbitration to Establish an Interconnection Agreement with Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. Contact: Rhonda Dempsey, 1701 North Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 936-7308. Filed: December 30, 1997, 4:44 p.m. TRD-9717282 Texas Real Estate Commission Friday, January 9, 1998, 9:30 a.m. Room 235, TREC Headquarters, 1101 Camino La Costa Austin Inspector Committee AGENDA: 1. Call to order 2. Approval of minutes 3. Public comments 4. Report from TREC staff 5. Review and response to correspondence or questions 6. Discussion and possible action on standards of practice, 22 TAC sec.535.222 and recommendations to the commission concerning dissemination of standards to consumers via licensees 7. Discussion and possible action on standard report form, rules for implementation and recommendations to the commission related to such forms and their use 8. Discussion and possible action on rules relating to education, training and continuing education for inspectors 9. Discussion and possible action on enforcement and disciplinary rules and policies related to inspectors and inspections 10. Scheduling of future meetings For ADA assistance, call Nancy Guevremont, at (512) 485-3923 at least two days prior to meeting. Contact: Mark A. Moseley, P.O. Box 12188, Austin, Texas 78711-2188, (512) 465- 3900. Filed: December 31, 1997, 11:23 a.m. TRD-9717320 Texas Residential Property Insurance Market Assistance Program Tuesday, January 13, 1998, 9:30 a.m. 333 Guadalupe, H-1, Rooms 377, 370A Austin Executive Committee and Subcommittees AGENDA: 1. Executive Committee (Room 377, 9:30 a.m.) Antitrust Statement Austin Executive Committee and Subcommittees AGENDA: 1. Executive Committee (Room 377, 9:30 a.m.) Antitrust Statement Austin Executive Committee and Subcommittees AGENDA: 1. Executive Committee (Room 377, 9:30 a.m.) Antitrust Statement Opportunity for public input Staff update on educational initiatives, including public relations and promotional activities Discussion and consideration of possible outside public relations assistance in promoting MAP Staff update on status of implementation of MAP operations, MAP activity, and Voluntary Inspection Program Discussion of methods to shorten the application processing, including possible amendments to the plan of operation (28 TAC sec.5.10009) Discussion of possible amendments to the plan of operation (28 TAC sec.5.10011) relating to criteria and procedures for mandatory participation by insurers. Update on proposed amendments to the Plan of Operation and MAP application Nomination and election of MAP Executive Committee Vice-Chairperson 2. Subcommittee Meetings Subcommittee on monitoring MAP Operations (Room 377) Subcommittee on Data collection (Room Number 370A) 3. Executive Committee (Room Number 377) Subcommittee Reports General administrative matters Contact: Lyndon Anderson, 333 Guadalupe Street, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 322- 2235. Filed: December 29, 1997, 2:27 p.m. TRD-9717199 State Office of Risk Management Tuesday, January 6, 1998, 8:00 a.m. Capitol Extension, Room E1.010 Austin Risk Management Board AGENDA: 1. Call to Order 2. Report from Executive Search Committee 3. Executive Session 4. Action on matters considered in Executive Session 5. Public Comment 6. Confirmation of future public meeting dates 7. Adjournment Contact: Albert Betts, Jr., P.O. Box 13777, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 475-1440. Filed: December 29, 1997, 4:12 p.m. TRD-9717217 Telecommunications Infrastructure Fund Board Friday, January 9, 1998, 8:30 a.m. 1000 Red River, Fifth Floor Board Room Austin Curriculum, Training and Evaluation Committee AGENDA: The Curriculum, Training and Evaluation Committee will convene in open session to deliberate and possibly take formal action on the following items: I. Call Committee Meeting to Order Open Meeting / Quorum Call -- Chairman Joe Randolph II. Minutes from Prior Meetings III. Report from Gary Grogan on Curriculum, Training and Evaluation Working Group IV. Future Agenda Items V. Adjourn Committee Meeting Contact: Terry Rodriguez, 1000 Red River, Suite E208, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 344-4305. Filed: December 29, 1997, 4:36 p.m. TRD-9717220 Friday, January 9, 1998, 9:00 a.m. 1000 Red River, Fifth Floor Board Room Austin Finance and Audit Committee AGENDA: The Finance and Audit Committee of the Telecommunications Infrastructure Fund board will convene in open session to deliberate and possibly take formal action on the following items: I. Call Committee Meeting to Order Open Meeting / Quorum Call -- Chairman Roger Benavides II. Minutes from Prior Meetings III. Financial Report IV. Future Agenda Items V. Adjourn Committee Meeting Contact: Terry Rodriguez, 1000 Red River, Suite E208, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 344-4305. Filed: December 29, 1997, 4:36 p.m. TRD-9717219 Friday, January 9, 1998, 10:00 a.m. 1000 Red River, Fifth Floor Board Room Austin Libraries and Telemedicine Committee AGENDA: The Libraries and Telemedicine Committee of the Telecommunications Infrastructure Fund board will convene in open session to deliberate and possibly take formal action on the following items: I. Call Committee Meeting to Order Open Meeting/Quorum Call -- Chairman John Collins II. Minutes from Prior Meetings III. Reports from Advisory Committees IV. Future Agenda Items V. Adjourn Committee Meeting Contact: Terry Rodriguez, 1000 Red River, Suite E208, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 344-4305. Filed: December 29, 1997, 4:41 p.m. TRD-9717222 Friday, January 9, 1997, 10:30 a.m. 1000 Red River, Fifth Floor Board Room Austin Telecommunications Infrastructure Fund Board AGENDA: The Telecommunications Infrastructure Fund Board will convene in open session to deliberate and possibly take formal action on the following items: I. Call to Order Open Meeting to Order / Quorum Call -- Chairman Bill Mitchell II. Minutes from Prior Meetings III. Connectivity Planning Conference Donation by Southwestern Bell IV. Agency Working Group Updates --State Agencies Working Group -- Arnold Viramontes, Executive Director, Sandy Kress, Board Member --Education Working Group -- Gary Grogan, Director of Programs, Hal Guthrie, Board Member, Kay Karr, Board Member --Training Working Group -- Gary Grogan, Director of Programs, Joe Randolph, Board Member V. Board Committee Reports --Finance and Audit Committee -- Roger Benavides, Chair --Libraries and Telemedicine Committee -- John Collins, Chair --Curriculum, Training and Evaluation Committee -- Joe Randolph, Chair VI. Future Agenda Items VII. Adjourn Open Meeting Contact: Terry Rodriguez, 1000 Red River, Suite E208, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 344-4305. Filed: December 29, 1997, 4:41 p.m. TRD-9717221 Texas Title Insurance Guaranty Association Tuesday, January 13, 1998, 10:00 a.m. 333 Guadalupe Street, Commissioner's Conference Room 1264, 12th Floor, Hobby I Building Austin Board of Directors AGENDA: Call meeting to order; Approval of Minutes from October 14, 1997 meeting; Reports-Financial, Budget, Special Deputy Receiver's, Title Examiner's, Conservator's, Counsel's, Officer Election Committee; Discussion and Possible Action-Statistical Agent Audits Funding for 1998, Budget for 1998, Annual Audit of Association, Contract with LaShelle, Coffman and Boles, LLP, Payment Method of Examiners Travel Vouchers, Adoption of Procedures and Guidelines for Contract Performance Standards, Election of Officers for 1998; Set time and date for next meeting; Adjourn. Contact: Burnie Burner, 301 Congress Avenue, Suite 800, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 474-1587. Filed: December 31, 1997, 11:54 a.m. TRD-9717323 The University of Texas System Monday, January 5, 1998, 9:15 a.m. Regents' Conference Hall, 201 West 7th Street, Ninth Floor, Ashbel Smith Hall Austin Board of Regents Planning and Construction Committee AGENDA: The Facilities Planning and Construction Committee will meet in Open Session to consider student housing at UT Dallas, alternate delivery projects, renovation of the Gebauer Building at UT Austin, and to review current construction projects and pending agenda items for the February Board meeting. Contact: Arthur H. Dilly, 201 West Seventh Street, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 499-4402. Filed: December 30, 1997, 1:13 p.m. TRD-9717259 Monday, January 5, 1998, 11:45 a.m. Regents' Conference Hall, 201 West 7th Street, Ninth Floor, Ashbel Smith Hall Austin Board of Regents AGENDA: The Board of Regents of the University of Texas System will convene in Open Session to consider the two items set forth below which need to be resolved prior to the next regular meeting of the Board on February 11012, 1998: 1. UT Dallas -- Campus Housing (Project Number 302-950): Request for Approval of Design Development Plans; Approval of Total Project Cost; Appropriation and Authorization of Expenditure of Funds; Approval to Name Building (Regents' Rules and Regulations, Part One, Chapter VIII, Section 1, Naming of Buildings and Other Facilities); and Approval of Plaque Inscription. 2. UT Dallas: Request for Approval to Sell Approximately 10.32 Acres of Land Located in Synergy Park, Dallas, Collins County, Texas and Authorization to Execute All Documents Related Thereto. Contact: Arthur H. Dilly, 201 West Seventh Street, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 499-4402. Filed: December 30, 1997, 1:12 p.m. TRD-9717257 Monday, January 5, 1998, 1:30 p.m. Regents' Conference Hall, 201 West 7th Street, Ninth Floor, Ashbel Smith Hall Austin Board of Regents Academic Affairs Committee AGENDA: The Academic Affairs Committee will meet in open session to consider privatization proposals from U.T. Arlington, reports regarding new task forces, graduate program admission policies, lower division programs at U.T.Tyler and U.T. Brownsville, agenda items for the January Coordinating Board meeting and February meeting of the Board of Regents, and activities of the Student Advisory Group and Faculty Advisory Council. Contact: Arthur H. Dilly, 201 West Seventh Street, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 499-4402. Filed: December 30, 1997, 1:12 p.m. TRD-9717255 Tuesday, January 6, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Regents' Conference Hall, 201 West 7th Street, Ninth Floor, Ashbel Smith Hall Austin Board of Regents Business Affairs and Audit Committee AGENDA: The Business Affairs and Audit Committee will meet in Open Session to consider FY 1997 reports on HUB programs, financial condition, and cost savings, results of 92nd Oil and Gas Lease Sale, bond sales, audit issues, contract with Cordier on vineyards, performance contract financing and other matters as set forth on the agenda. Contact: Arthur H. Dilly, 201 West Seventh Street, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 499-4402. Filed: December 30, 1997, 1:12 p.m. TRD-9717256 Texas Workforce Commission Tuesday, January 6, 1998, 9:00 a.m. 101 East 15th Street, Room 644, TWC Building Austin AGENDA: Discussion, consideration and possible action relating to: (1) integration of eligibility determination and service delivery relative to House Bill 2777; (2) potential and pending applications for certification of local workforce development boards; (3) recommendations to TCWEC of operational plans of local workforce development boards; (4) approval of local workforce board or private industry council nominees; (5) acceptance of donations of child care matching funds; (6) publication in the Texas Register of proposed new Chapter 827 Communities in Schools ruled (7) publication in the Texas Register of proposed new Chapter 821 Payment of Wages rules (8) publication in the Texas Register of proposed rule regarding Petition for Adoption of rules (Chapter 800 Subchapter G). Discussion regarding publication in the Texas Register of proposed rule concerning proprietary schools. EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to Government Code sec.551.074 to discuss the duties and responsibilities of the Executive Staff and other personnel; sec.551.071(1) concerning the pending or contemplated litigation of the Texas AFL-CIO v. TWC; TSEU/CWA Local 6184, AFL/CIO v. TWC; Guiterrez v. TEC; Maria Gonzalez v. Texas Workforce Commission; and Gene E. Merchant et al. vs. TWC; and sec.551.071(2) concerning all matters identified in this agenda where the Commissioners seek the advice of its attorney as privileged communications under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas and to Discuss the Open Meetings Act and Administrative Procedures Act; Actions, if any, resulting from executive session; Consideration and action on continuing jurisdiction and reconsideration of unemployment compensation cases; consideration and action on tax liability cases and higher level appeals in unemployment compensation cases on Dockets 53 and 1; and set date of next meeting. Contact: J. Randel (Jerry) Hill, 101 East 15th Street, Austin, Texas 78778, (512) 463-7833. Filed: December 29, 1997, 3:49 p.m. TRD-9717213 Texas Council on Workforce and Economic Competitiveness Friday, January 16, 1998, 8:30 a.m. 101 East 15th Street, Room 501, TWC Main Building Austin AGENDA: 8:30 a.m. -- Call to Order, Announcements; Public Comment: Continuing discussion on revisions to and development of the strategic plan for the workforce development system in Texas. Adjourn. Notice: Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services should contact Val Blaschke, (512) 936-8103 (or Relay Texas 800-735-2988) at least two days before this meeting so that appropriate arrangments can be made. Contact: J. Randel (Jerry) Hill, 101 East 15th Street, Austin, Texas 78778, (512) 463-7833. Filed: December 29, 1997, 3:49 p.m. TRD-9717318 Regional Meetings Meetings filed December 23, 1997 Lampasas County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 109 East Fifth Street, Lampasas, December 29, 1997, at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Katrina Perry, P.O. Box 175, Lampasas, Texas 76550, (512) 556-8058. TRD- 9717168. Meetings filed December 29, 1997 Brazos River Authority, Administration and Audit Committee, Board of Directors, met at 4400 Cobbs Drive, Waco, January 5, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Mike Bukala, P.O. Box 7555, Waco, Texas 76714-7555, (254) 776- 1441. TRD-9717195. Brazos River Authority, Water Quality Committee, Board of Directors, met at 4400 Cobbs Drive, Waco, January 5, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Mike Bukala, P.O. Box 7555, Waco, Texas 76714-7555, (254) 776-1441. TRD- 9717196. Grayson Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 205 North Travis, Sherman, January 6, 1998 at Noon. Information may be obtained from Angie Keeton, 205 North Travis, Sherman, Texas 75090, (903) 893-9673. TRD-9717211. Harris County Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 2800 North Loop West, 8th Floor, Houston, January 5 and 6, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Margy Taylor, P.O. Box 920975, Houston, Texas 77292-0975, (713) 957-5291. TRD-9717218. Millersview-Doole Water Supply Corporation, Board of Directors, met at Corporation Office, 1 block west of FM 765 and FM 2134, Millersview, January 5, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Glenda M. Hampton, P.O. Box 130, Millersview, Texas 76862-0130, (915) 483-5438. TRD-9717198. San Patricio Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 1146 East Market, Sinton, January 8, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Kathryn Vermillion, P.O. Box 938, Sinton, Texas 78387, (512) 364-5402. TRD-9717191. Upshur County Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board, met at 1711 Latch Road, Gilmer, December 30, 1997 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Louise Stracener, 1711 Latch Road, Gilmer, Texas 75644-0280, (903) 843-3041. TRD-9717174. Meetings filed December 30, 1997 Bell-Milam-Falls Water Supply Corporation, Board, met at Corporation Office, FM 485 West, Cameron, January 8, 1998 at 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Dwayne Jekel, P.O. Drawer 150, Cameron, Texas 76520-0150, (254) 697-4016. TRD- 9800150. Community Action Committee of Victoria, Texas, Board of Directors, met at 1501 North DeLeon, Suite A, Victoria, January 6, 1998 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-9717251. Creedmoor Maha WSC, Monthly Board Meeting, was held at 1699 Laws road, Mustang Ridge, January 7, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Charles Laws, 1699 Laws road, Mustang Ridge, Texas, (512) 243-2113/1991. TRD-9717235. Dallas Central Appraisal District, Board of Directors Regular Meeting, was held at 2949 North Stemmons Freeway, Second Floor Community Room, Dallas, January 7, 1998, at 7:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Rick Kuehler, 2949 North Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, Texas 75247, (214) 631-0520. TRD-9717271. Dallas Housing Authority, Board of Commissioners, met at Melrose Hotel, 3015 Oaklawn, Dallas, January 8, 1998 at 8:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Betsy Horn, 3939 North Hampton Road, Dallas, Texas 75212, (214) 951-8302. TRD- 9717237. District Judges Meeting -- 36th, 156th and 343rd District Courts, met at 400 West Sinton Street, Sinton, January 2, 1998, at 2:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Ronald M. Yeager, 400 West Sinton Street, Room 207, Sinton, Texas 78387, (512) 364-6200. TRD-9717269. Edwards Aquifer Authority, Legal Committee, met at 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, January 5, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Sally Tamez-Salas, 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, Texas 78212, (210) 222- 2204. TRD-9717227. Edwards Aquifer Authority, Executive Committee, met at 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, January 5, 1998 at Noon. Information may be obtained from Sally Tamez-Salas, 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, Texas 78212, (210) 222-2204. TRD-9717226. Edwards Aquifer Authority, Special Board Meeting, was held at 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, January 5, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Sally Tamez-Salas, 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, Texas 78212, (210) 222-2204. TRD-9717225. Edwards Aquifer Authority, Permits Committee, met at 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, January 5, 1998 at 4:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Sally Tamez-Salas, 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, Texas 78212, (210) 222-2204. TRD-9717224. Grand Parkway Association, Board of Directors, met at 4544 Post Oak Place, Suite 222, Houston, January 8, 1998 at 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from L. Diane Schenke, 4544 Post Oak Place, Suite 222, Houston, Texas 77027, (713) 965- 0871. TRD-9717223. Lavaca County Central Appraisal District, Board of Directors, will meet at 113 North Main Street, Hallettsville, January 12, 1998 at 4:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Diane Munson, P.O. Box 386, Halletsville, Texas 77964, (512) 798-4396. TRD-9717290. San Jacinto River Authority, Board of Directors, met at 2301 North Millbend Drive, The Woodlands, January 5, 1998, at 8:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from James R. Adams, P.O. Box 329, Conroe, Texas 77305, (409) 588-1111. TRD- 9717249. Shackelford Water Supply Corporation, Director's Meeting, met at Hiway 180, Fort Griffin Restaurant, Albany, January 7, 1998, at Noon. Information may be obtained from Gaynell Perkins, Box 11, Albany, Texas 76430, (940) 345-6868 or (915) 762-2575. TRD-9717244. Sulphur-Cypress SWCD #419, met at 1809 West Ferguson, Mt. Pleasant, January 8, 1998 at 9:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Beverly Amerson, 1809 West Ferguson Road, Suite D, Mt. Pleasant, Texas 75445, (903) 572-5411. TRD-9717283. Tarrant Appraisal District, Board of Directors, met at 2301 Gravel Road, Fort Worth, January 7, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Mary McCoy, 2315 Gravel road, Fort Worth, Texas 76118, (817) 284-0024. TRD-9717270. Texas Automobile Insurance Plan Association, Governing Committee, met at Omni Austin Hotel Southpark, 4140 Governor's Row, Austin, January 7, 1998 at 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Dianna Brooks, P.O. Box 18447, Austin, Texas 78760-8447. TRD-9717258. Texas Municipal Power Agency ("TMPA"), Audit and Budget Committee, met at Holiday Inn Select, LBJ Northeast, Rose Room, 11350 LBJ Freeway at South Jupiter, Dallas, January 8, 1998 at 8:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Carl Shahady, P.O. Box 7000, Bryan, Texas 77805, (409) 873-1131. TRD-9717264. Texas Municipal Power Agency ("TMPA"), Board of Directors, met at Holiday Inn Select LBJ Northeast, Rose Room, 11350 LBJ Freeway at South Jupiter, Dallas, January 8, 1998 at 10:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Carl Shahady, P.O. Box 7000, Bryan, Texas 77805, (409) 873-1131. TRD-9717263. Meetings filed December 31, 1997 Aqua Water Supply Corporation, Board of Directors, met at 305 Eskew, Bastrop, January 5, 1998 at 7:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Carol Ducloux, Drawer P, Bastrop, Texas 78602, (512) 303-3943. TRD-9717299. Denton Central Appraisal District, Board of Directors, will meet at 3911 Morse Street, Denton, January 13, 1998 at 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Connie Bradshaw, P.O. Box 2816, Denton, Texas 76202-2816, (817) 565-0904. TRD- 9717305. East Texas Council of Governments, CEO Board of Directors, met at 1306 Houston Street, Kilgore, January 7, 1998 at 11:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Glynn Knight, 3800 Stone Road, Kilgore, Texas 75662, (903) 984-8641. TRD- 9717304. Hill Country Community MHMR Center, Board of Trustees, met at 698 East Hondo, (Highway 173), Devine, January 6, 1998 at 11:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Janis Beck, 1901 Dutton Drive, Suite D, San Marcos, Texas 78666, (512) 753- 2279. TRD-9717314. Nortex Regional Planning Commission, General Membership Committee Meeting, will meet at The Galaxy Center, #2 North, Suite 200, 4309 Jacksboro Highway, Wichita Falls, January 15, 1998 at Noon. Information may be obtained from Dennis Wilde, P.O. Box 5144, Wichita Falls, Texas 76307-5144, (940) 322-5281. TRD-9717321. North Central Texas Council of Governments, Program Coordination Committee, met at 616 Six Flags Drive, Suite 200, Arlington, January 6, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Mary Peters, P.O. Box 5888, Arlington, Texas 76005-5888, (817) 695-9176. TRD-9717313. Riceland Regional Mental Health Authority, Finance Committee, met at 4910 Airport, Rosenberg, January 8, 1998 at 8:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Marjorie Dornak, P.O. Box 869, Wharton, Texas 77488, (409) 532-3098. TRD- 9717322. Stephens County Rural Water Supply Corporation, Regular Board, met at 206 FM 3099, Breckenridge, January 5, 1998 at 6:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Mary Barton, P.O. Box 1621, Breckenridge, Texas 76424, (254) 559-6180. TRD- 9717303.