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 State Board of Public Accountancy Monday, June 15, 1998, 9:00 a.m. 333 Guadalupe Street, Tower III, Suite 900, Room 910 Austin Behavioral Enforcement Committee AGENDA: A. INVESTIGATIONS 1. File No. 98-04-01L 2. File No. 98-03-16L 3. File No. 98-04-02L 4. File No. 98-03-23L 5. File No. 98-03-24L 6. File No. 98-03-21L 7. File No. 98-03-27L 8. File No. 97-09-02L 9. File No. 98-03-05L 10. File No. 98-04-10L 11. File No. 98-03-04L 12. File No. 97-12-14L 13. File No. 98-04-09L 14. File No. 98-03-20L 15. File No. 98-03-19L 16. File No. 98-03-26L 17. File No. 98-03-03L 18. File No. 98-04-03L B. INVESTIGATIONS-RECONSIDERATION 1. File No. 97-11-01L 2. File No. 97-11-04L C. DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. Horne CPA Group-Board opinion 2. Regsdale and Kollmansberger-Board opinion 3. Revisions to background information D. INFORMATION CONFERENCES 1. File No. 98-01-12L 2. File No. 97-12-18L 3. File No's 97-10-22L and 97-10-23L Contact: Amanda G. Birrell, 333 Guadalupe, Tower III, Suite 900, Austin, Texas 78701-3900, 512/305-7848. Filed: June 4, 1998, 11:06 p.m. TRD-9808997 Wednesday, June 24, 1998, 9:00 a.m. 333 Guadalupe Street, Tower III, Suite 900, Room 910 Austin Technical Standards Review Committee AGENDA: A. INFORMAL CONFERENCES 1. File No. 97-11-08L 2. File No. 98-04-04L 3. File No. 97-05-19L 4. File No. 98-09-29L B. INVESTIGATIONS 1. File No. 98-03-02L 2. File No. 98-03-06L 3. File No. 98-03-07L 4. File No. 96-09-07L 5. File No. 98-03-32L 6. File No. 98-04-05L Contact: Amanda G. Birrell, 333 Guadalupe, Tower III, Suite 900, Austin, Texas 78701-3900, 512/305-7848. Filed: June 4, 1998, 11:06 p.m. TRD-9808998 State Office of Administrative Hearings Monday, June 15, 1998, 10:00 a.m. 1700 North Congress Avenue Austin Utility Division AGENDA: A Prehearing conference is scheduled for the adove date and time in: SOAH DOCKET NUMBER 473-98-0756 -- APPLICATION OF SUGAR LAND TELEPHONE COMPANY OF TEXAS, INC. FOR AUTHORITY TO RECOVER LOST REVENUES AND COST OF IMPLEMENTING EXPANDED LOCAL CALLING SERVICE PURSUANT TO P.U.C. SUBST. R. 23.49(C)(12) (PUC DOCKET NUMBER 18978) Contact: William G. Newchurch, 300 West 15th Street, Suite 502, Austin, Texas 78701-1649, 512/936-0728. Filed: June 4, 1998, 12:20 p.m. TRD-9809005 Texas Aerospace Commission Thursday, June 18, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building Conference Room 300-A, 1700 North Congress Avenue Austin Commissioners Bi-Monthly Meeting REVISED AGENDA: 1. Welcome and Call to Order by the Chairman 2. Approval of the Minutes of the April 28, 1998 Bi-Monthly Meeting 3. Staff Reports and Discussion 4. Old Business 5. New Business 6. Summary of Votes, Orders, Decisions, or Other Actions Taken at this Meeting 7. Adjournment Contact: Tom Moser, P.O. Box 12088, Austin, Texas 78711-2088, 512/936-4822. Filed: June 4, 1998, 10:10 a.m. TRD-9808987 Agriculture Resources Protection Authority Thursday, June 25, 1998, 10:00 a.m. 1700 North Congress, Room 911 Austin AGENDA: Review and approval of minutes of previous meeting; discussion and action on proposed rules amendments (4 TAC sec.101.2 sec.101.20); discussion of agency quarterly reports on pesticide regulatory enforcement activities; discussion and action on agency strategic plans; discussion and action on resolution concerning the control of sale cedar; update on boll weevil eradication program under SB 1814; report on section 18s issued by Texas Department of Agriculture; discussion and action on possible pesticides-related issued in 1999 Legislature; update on agency pesticide-related activities since last meeting; citizens' communications; public comment on state pesticide regulation efforts; discussion and action on setting next board meeting date; adjourn. Contact: Donnie Dippel, P.O. Box 12847, Austin, Texas 78711, 512/475-1621. Filed: June 10, 1998, 11:52 a.m. TRD-9809323 State Bar of Texas Thursday, June 11, 1998, 8:30 a.m. Bayfront Plaza Convention Center, 1901 North Shoreline, Ballroom B Corpus Christi AGENDA: Call to order/roll call/invocation/consent agenda/items from the: president, president-elect; executive director and the general counsel/review and take appropriate action on items presented by board committees: appeals, adhoc benchmark, general counsel oversight, legal services, long range planning, and nominating committee to select ABA delegates/consider board policy amendment/review and take appropriate action on items from State Board Committees, sections and divisions: disability issues committee, law student division, and proposed creation of new section (insurance law section)/reports from: supreme court liaison, Court of Criminal Appeals liaison, commission for lawyer, discipline, immediate past president, TYLA president, federal judicial liaison, judicial section liaison, and out-of-state lawyer liaison/public comment/recess/reconvene/roll call/invocation/installation of officers, remarks, and presentations/swearing in of president-elect and remarks/swearing in of new directors/report from: incoming chair of the board, incoming president, and incoming TYLA president/public comment/adjourn. Contact: Pat Hiller, P.O. Box 12487, Austin, Texas 78711, 800-204-2222. Filed: June 3, 1998, 4:13 p.m. TRD-9808978 Friday, June 12, 1998, 8:30 a.m. Omni Bayfront Hotel, Laguna Madre Room, 900 North Shoreline Boulevard Texas Commission for Lawyer Discipline Corpus Christi AGENDA: PUBLIC SESSION: Call to order/introductions/approve minutes/public comment/adjourn. CLOSED SESSION: Discuss appropriate action with respect to pending and potential litigation; pending evidentiary cases; special counsel assignments; and the performance of the general counsel/chief disciplinary counsel and staff. PUBLIC SESSION: Discuss and authorize general counsel to make, accept or reject offers or take other appropriate action with respect to matters discussed in closed session/review, discuss and take appropriate action on: statistical and status reports of pending cases; the Commission's compliance with governing rules; reports concerning the state of the attorney disciplinary system and recommendations for refinement; budge, operations, and duties of the Commission and the General Counsel's Office; matters concerning district grievance committees; the Special Counsel Program and recruitment of volunteers/discuss future meetings/discuss other matters as appropriately come before the Commission/public comment/adjourn. Contact: Anne McKenna, P.O. Box 12487, Austin, Texas 78711, 800-204-2222. Filed: June 3, 1998, 4:13 p.m. TRD-9808977 Texas Commission for the Blind Friday, June 19, 1998, 10:00 a.m. 4800 North Lamar, Suite 320 (Administrative Building) Austin Governing Board Legislative Committee AGENDA: 1. Discussion and action: Draft Legislative Appropriations Request 2. Discussion and action: Possible agency legislative issues Contact: Diane Vivian, P.O. Box 12866, Austin, Texas 78711, 512/459-2601. Filed: June 8, 1998, 1:31 p.m. TRD-9809191 Texas Bond Review Board Thursday, June 18, 1998, 10:00 a.m. Clements Building, Committee Room #5, 300 West 15th Street Austin AGENDA: I. call to order II. approval of minutes III. consideration of proposed issues A. Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs- Multifamily Housing Revenue Refunding bonds (Dallas-Oxford) Series 1998 B. Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation (doing business as Texas Star Mortgage)-collateralized mortgage loan (President's Corner Apartments) C. Texas Water Development Board-lease purchase of water monitoring equipment IV. other business A. approval of agency strategic plan B. meeting schedule for July 1998 V. adjourn Contact: Jose Hernandez, 300 West 15th Street, Suite, 409, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/463-1741. Filed: June 10, 1998, 11:45 a.m. TRD-9809321 Texas Board of Chiropratic Examiners Thursday, June 18, 1998, 10:00 a.m. 8008 Cedar Springs Road, (Love Field) El Paso Room Dallas Enforcement Committee AGENDA: A) 1. Informal Hearing 98-96 and 98-115 2. Review cases 98-01 - 98-160 3. Accepting unsigned complaints and Workers Comp & Peer Review complaints 4. Discuss administrative fines Contact: John F. Zavala, 333 Guadalupe, Tower III, suite 825, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/305-6708. Filed: June 9, 1998, 1:41 p.m. TRD-9809255 Office of Court Administration Thursday, June 25, 1998, 10:00 a.m. Texas Supreme Court Chamber, 201 West 14th Floor Austin Texas Judicial Council AGENDA: I. Commencement of Meeting II. Attendance of Members III. Minutes to April 16, 1998 Meeting IV. Legislative Update V. Discussion on Court reorganization VI. Presentation on Court Reporting Forms VII. Presentation on Court Interpreter Certification VIII. Reports from the Counsel Committees Discussion and Action by the Council A. Committee on Judicial Selection B. Committee on Juvenile Reform/Impact on the Court C. Committee on Judicial Redistricting D. Working Group on Alternative Dispute Resolution E. Committee on Visiting and Retired Judges F. Committee on Court Records IX. Other Business X. Date of Next Meeting (Calendar) XI. Adjournment Contact: Amy Chamberlain, P.O. Box 12066, Austin, Texas 78711-2066, 512/463- 1625. Filed: June 4, 1998, 2:29 p.m. TRD-9809014 Monday, June 29, 1998, 10:00 a.m. Lieutenant Governor's Committee Room, Room 2E.20 State Capitol Austin Texas Judicial Council Committee on Court Records AGENDA: 10:00 a.m. Call meeting to order 1. minutes from May 18, 1998 meeting 2. legislative update 3. OCA update 4. Texas State Library: suggested guidelines for electronic mail usage and retention 5. subcommittee reports 6. new business 7. public comment Contact: Celinda Provost, P.O. Box 12066, Austin, Texas 78711-2066, 512/463- 1382. Filed: June 8, 1998, 4:02 p.m. TRD-9809201 Monday, June 29, 1998, 10:00 a.m. Lieutenant Governor's Committee Room, Room 2E.20 State Capitol Austin Judicial Committee on Information Technology REVISED AGENDA: 10:00 a.m. Call meeting to order 1. minutes from May 18, 1998 meeting 2. legislative update 3. OCA update 4. Texas State Library: suggested guidelines for electronic mail usage and retention 5. subcommittee reports 6. new business 7. public comment Contact: Celinda Provost, P.O. Box 12066, Austin, Texas 78711-2066, 512/463- 1382. Filed: June 9, 1998, 10:46 a.m. TRD-9809249 Texas School for the Deaf Tuesday, June 16, 1998, 6:00 p.m. 1102 South Congress Avenue Austin Governing Board Superintendent Search Committee AGENDA: 1. call to order 2. approval of minutes from May 22, 1998 3. review of applications for the position of superintendent 4. determination of applicants to be interviewed 5. adjournment Contact: Twyla H. Strickland, P.O. Box 3538, Austin, Texas 78764, 512/463-5303. Filed: June 8, 1998, 4:28 p.m. TRD-9809219 Thursday-Friday, June 18-19, 1998, 6:00 p.m. and 8:15 a.m. (respectively.) 1102 South Congress Avenue Austin Governing Board Superintendent Search Committee AGENDA: 1. call to order 2. approval of minutes from June 16, 1998 3. fiest interview of superintendent applicants 4. consideration of selection of superintendent applicatns for second interview 5. adjournment Contact: Twyla H. Strickland, P.O. Box 3538, Austin, Texas 78764, 512/463-5303. Filed: June 8, 1998, 4:28 p.m. TRD-9809235 Saturday, June 20, 1998, 8:30 a.m. 1102 South Congress Avenue Austin Governing Board AGENDA: 1. call to order 2. approval of minutes from April 3, 1998 3. audience speakers to address the board; introduction of visitors 4. second interview of superintendent applicants 5. consideration of selection of superintendent 6. reports of discussion by individual board members 7. adjournment Contact: Twyla H. Strickland, P.O. Box 3538, Austin, Texas 78764, 512/463-5303. Filed: June 8, 1998, 4:28 p.m. TRD-9809236 Texas Planning Council for Developmental Disabilities Friday, June 26, 1998, 9:30 a.m. Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Boulevard, Room 4501 Austin Traumatic Brain Injury Advisory Board AGENDA: 9:30 a.m. Call to order I. welcome, introductions, approval of minutes II. chair and staff report III. discussion of needs assessment IV. discussion of policy analysis activities V. presentation of TBI Model Systems--TIRR VI. state action plan activities discussion 4:30 p.m. adjourn Person with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, large print are requested to contact Sandra Knutson at 972/726-7790. Contact: Sandra Knutson, 16209 Dalmalley Lane, Dallas, Texas 75248, 972/726- 7790. Filed: June 9, 1998, 11:24 p.m. TRD-9809252 Texas Council on Purchasing from People with Disabilities Friday, June 26, 1998, 10:00 a.m. Capitol Extension, 1400 North Congress Avenue, Hearing Room E2.026 Austin Quarterly Meeting AGENDA: approval of minutes from March 27, 1998 open meeting; consideration of pricing subcommittee recommendations: Item 1 discussion and action on service contracts completed under temporary approval authority Item 2. discussion and action on new services Item 3. discussion and action on renewal services Item 4. discussion and action on temporary employment services Item 5. discussion and action on new products Item 6. discussion and action on product changes and revisions; Executive session to consult with legal counsel concerning pending litigation pursuant to the provisions of Texas Government Code, sec.551.071; discussion and action on litigation settlement; discussion and action on CHA invitation for bid; discussion and action on proposed plan to review council rules; discussion and action on price revisions for Austin area state use temporary employment service contract; presentation of TIBH Industries, Inc. quarterly activity report; and public comment period Person with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, large print are requested to contact Erica Goldbloom at 512/463-3244 two working days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. . Contact: Chester Beattle Jr., 1711 San Jacinto, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/463- 3583. Filed: June 8, 1998, 10:06 a.m. TRD-9809150 State Board for Educator Certification Friday-Saturday, June 26-27, 1998, Noon and 8:00 a.m. Radisson Hotel and conference Center, 5200 east University Austin State Board of Educator Certification Workshop AGENDA: 1. call to order; 2. executive session-discussion position of executive director' 3. discuss mission statement; 4. discuss the legislative appropriations request; 5. discus framework issues; a. certification structure; b. induction years; c. advanced certificate; d. emergency certificate; e. assessments-funding and performance; 6. discuss disciplinary rules. Contact: Denise Jones, 1701 North Congress, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/475-5715. Filed: June 8, 1998, 9:37 a.m. TRD-9809125 Advisory Commission on State Emergency Communications Tuesday, June 16, 1998, 1:30 p.m. William P. Hobby Building, 333 Guadalupe Street, Room 1-1264 Austin Poison Center Coordinating Committee AGENDA: The Committee will call the meeting to order and recognize guests; hear public comment; hear reports, discuss and take committee action, as necessary; approval of the March 11, 1998, meeting minutes; subcommittee reports; A. report of the subcommittee on education, B. report of the medical directors subcommittee, C. report of the research subcommittee, D. report of the operations subcommittee; legislative appropriations request; SPI ADHOC Committee; federal legislation; discussion of FY 1999 budget/grants; TPCN legal responsibility for child neglect/neglected cases and suicide callers; REQUA mailing; miscellaneous; set next meeting date; adjourn. Persons requesting interpreter services for the hearing- and speech-impaired should contact Velia Williams at 512/305-6933 at least two working days prior to the meeting. Contact: Velia Williams, 333 Guadalupe Street, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/305- 6933. Filed: June 4, 1998, 3:31 p.m. TRD-9809019 State Employee Charitable Campaign Wednesday, June 17, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Center for Energy/Economic Dev. University of Texas/Permian Basin, SH 191 and FM 1788 Midland Local Employee Committee Midland/Odessa Area AGENDA: I. call to order II. reading and approval of the minutes April 15, 1998 meeting III. review the results of the June 10 meting with Representative Junell IV. consider and adopt strategies to enhance the campaign V. consider new committee members to be added to the LEC VI. adjourn. Contact: Percy Symonette, 1209 West Wall, Midland, Texas 79701, 915/685-7700. Filed: June 4, 1998, 10:57 a.m. TRD-9808996 Wednesday, June 17, 1998, 3:30 p.m. 2207 Line Avenue Amarillo Local Employee Committee Amarillo/Canyon Area AGENDA: A. Minutes -- Dr. Lee Taylor B. Update from State Campaign Manager -- Julie Rios 1. Pledge cards 2. Posters, notecards, etc. 3. Higher Ed. Convocation C. LCM update -- Julie Rios 1. Materials Quotes 2. Publicity-Honary Chair, Millie, Julie D. Sub-Committee Reports -- Sub-committee chairs 1. Kickoff-plans and assignments -- Tammie Cervantez 2. Training-next training dates, materials -- Tonya Detten 3. Incentives-trip details -- Vivian Long/Julie Rios E. Other -- Dr. Lee Taylor 1. June 9th SPC Meeting Next LEC Meeting-July 15th @ 3:30 p.m. Contact: Julie Rios, 2207 Line Avenue, Amarillo, Texas 79701, 915/685-7700. Filed: June 4, 1998, 10:57 a.m. TRD-9809209 Wednesday, June 24, 1998, 1:30 p.m. 701 West 51st Street, Room W-651 Austin Local Employee Committee AGENDA: welcome and introductions recruitment of coordinators coordination of materials distribution speakers and tours coordinator briefing preparation coordinator training preparation adjourn. Contact: Anne Murphy, 2000 East MLK Jr. Boulevard, Austin, Texas 79702, 512/472- 6267 or Fax 512/482-8309. Filed: June 8, 1998, 4:06 p.m. TRD-9809203 Wednesday, July 15, 1998, 1:30 p.m. 701 West 51st Street, Room W-651 Austin Local Employee Committee REVISED AGENDA: welcome and introductions coordinator training preparation public information officer packets adjourn Contact: Anne Murphy, 2000 East MLK Jr. Boulevard, Austin, Texas 79702, 512/472- 6267 or Fax 512/482-8309. Filed: June 8, 1998, 4:06 p.m. TRD-9809204 Wednesday, August 5, 1998, 1:30 p.m. 200 East Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard Austin Local Employee Committee REVISED AGENDA: welcome and introductions coordinator training preparation adjourn Contact: Anne Murphy, 2000 East MLK Jr. Boulevard, Austin, Texas 79702, 512/472- 6267 or Fax 512/482-8309. Filed: June 8, 1998, 4:06 p.m. TRD-9809205 Wednesday, September 16, 1998, 1:30 p.m. 2000 East Martin Luther King Jr., Boulevard Austin Local Employee Committee REVISED AGENDA: welcome and introductions local campaign manager report meet campaign representatives adjourn Contact: Anne Murphy, 2000 East MLK Jr. Boulevard, Austin, Texas 79702, 512/472- 6267 or Fax 512/482-8309. Filed: June 8, 1998, 4:06 p.m. TRD-9809206 Wednesday, October 14, 1998, 1:30 p.m. 2000 East Martin Luther King Jr., Boulevard Austin Local Employee Committee REVISED AGENDA: welcome and introductions local campaign manager report campaign status report awards ceremony planning adjourn Contact: Anne Murphy, 2000 East MLK Jr. Boulevard, Austin, Texas 79702, 512/472- 6267 or Fax 512/482-8309. Filed: June 8, 1998, 4:06 p.m. TRD-98089207 Wednesday, December 2, 1998, 1:30 p.m. 2000 East Martin Luther King Jr., Boulevard Austin Local Employee Committee REVISED AGENDA: welcome and introductions campaign status report awards ceremony planning adjourn Contact: Anne Murphy, 2000 East MLK Jr. Boulevard, Austin, Texas 79702, 512/472- 6267 or Fax 512/482-8309. Filed: June 8, 1998, 4:06 p.m. TRD-9809208 Employees Retirement System of Texas Thursday, June 11-12, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Vintage Villas, 4209 Eck Lane Austin ERS Board of Trustees AGENDA: Review of Health Insurance Programs; Discussion of Proposed Retirement Experience Study; Discussion of the Investment Strategy; Consideration of the Investment of the System's Assets (Investment in the Texas Growth Fund); Consideration of Expanding the Membership of the Ivrestment Advisory Committee; Executive Director's Report; Adjournment * The ERA Board of Trustee will recess at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 11, 1998 and will reconvene at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, June 12, 1998. Contact: William S. Nail, 18th and Brazos, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/867-3336. Filed: June 3, 1998, 3:00 p.m. TRD-9808972 Texas Board of Professional Engineers Wednesday, June 17, 1998, 2:00 p.m. Radisson Plaza Hotel, 815 Main Street Fort Worth General Issues Committee AGENDA: 1. call to order A. meeting called to order by committee chair at 2:00 p.m. B. roll call C. welcome visitors 2. attend joint meeting with the education and industry advisory committees to discuss: A. software engineering; B. residential foundation committee study; C. architect/engineer liaison committee; and D. Testing laboratories. 3. adjourn Contact: John R. Speed, 1917 IH-35 South, Austin, Texas 78741, 512/440-7723. Filed: June 1, 1998, 2:12 p.m. TRD-9809013 Texas Ethics Commission Friday, June 12, 1998, 9:30 a.m. Capitol Extension, Room E1.010 Austin AGENDA: The Texas Ethics Commission will also discuss and possibly act in response to Advisory Opinion Request No 439. Contact: Tom Harrison, Sam Houston Building, 10th Floor, 201 East 14th Street, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/463-5800. Filed: June 3, 1998, 3:41 p.m. TRD-9808974 General Land Office Tuesday, June 16, 1998, 3:30 p.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Suite 831 Austin Veterans Land Board AGENDA: Approval of previous meeting minutes; consideration and approval of negotiated contracts for construction management oversight representative for the State Veterans Homes; consideration and approval of negotiated contracts for design- to-build State Veterans Homes; Consideration and approval of negotiated contracts for operation of State Veterans Homes; staff reports. Contact: Linda K. Fisher, Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Room 836, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/463-5016. Filed: June 8, 1998, 4:28 p.m. TRD-9809216 Office of the Governor Friday, June 25, 1998, 9:00 a.m. 2401 E. Lamar Boulevard Arlington Texas Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities AGENDA: 1. call to order/introductions/housekeeping/recognition of local guests/approval of minutes 2. public comments 3. executive director's report 4. concurrent subcommittee meetings 5. subcommittee action items and reports 6. committee members' reports 7. committee ex-officio representatives' reports 8. invited local committee presentations 9. special Olympics Texas 10. focus group - work session 11. focus group reports 12. adjournment Contact: Pat Pound, 1100 San Jacinto, #142, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/463-5742. Filed: June 10, 1998, 9:12 a.m. TRD-9809289 Friday, June 25, 1998, 10:00 a.m. 2401 E. Lamar Boulevard Arlington Texas Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities Programs Subcommittee AGENDA: 1. call to order/approval of minutes 2. member reports 3. ex officio representative reports 4. discussion/possible action: recommendations on sigh language interpreting 5. discussion/possible action: training program- "The Scoop on Disability Reporting" 6. staff reports 7. adjourn Contact: Pat Pound, 1100 San Jacinto, #142, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/463-5742. Filed: June 10, 1998, 9:23 a.m. TRD-9809290 Friday, June 25, 1998, 10:00 a.m. 2401 E. Lamar Boulevard Arlington Texas Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities Long-Range Planning and Policy Subcommittee AGENDA: 1. call to order/approval of minutes 2. member reports 3. ex officio representative reports 4. discussion/possible action: exploring ways to utilize the California youth leadership forum materials 5. discussion/Sunset Commission reports on the Texas Department of Mental Health/Mental Retardation, the Texas Department of Health, and the Department on Aging and their significance for the Committee's Long-Range State Plan 6. staff report: Barbara S. Crosby (update on disabilities laws: implementation, regulations, and new bills 7. adjournment Contact: Pat Pound, 1100 San Jacinto, #142, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/463-5742. Filed: June 10, 1998, 9:23 a.m. TRD-9809291 Texas Health Insurance Risk Pool (Health Pool) Tuesday, June 16, 1998, 8:00 a.m. 301 Congress Avenue, Suite 500 Austin Board of Directors, Combined Strategic Planning Committee and Staffing Committee, Grievance Committee AGENDA: Some members will participate via teleconference because it is difficult or impossible for such members to attend the meeting 1. Executive Session: Committees or the Board of Directors may meet in Executive Session in accordance with Texas Open Meetings Act to discuss personnel matters or to seek advice of counsel. II. Board of Directors: 1. Committee Reports; 2. Treasure's report; 3. Matters concerning third party administrator; 4. Website; 5. Other administrative matters; 6. Public Comment; 7. Setting of next meeting. III. Committee Meetings: A. Combined Strategic Planning and Staffing Committees: 1. Approval of the minutes; 2. Interview of candidates for Executive director, hiring of Executive Director, posting and bid review, other staffing matters; 3. Discussion and possible action on extension of current management contract; 4. Mission Statement. B. Grievance Committee: 1. Grievance procedures; 2: Review of field grievances Contact: C.S. LaShelle, 301 Congress Avenue, Suite 500, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/499-0775. Filed: June 8, 1998, 4:16 p.m. TRD-9809210 Texas Healthy Kids Corporation Monday, June 15, 1998, 9:30 a.m. Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Boulevard, Room 1420 Austin Board of Directors AGENDA: Board deliberation and action/approval regarding the following: Underwriting/evidence of insurability standards; Processes relating to Premium Stabilization Account; Enrollment fees; THKC Budget for Fiscal Year 1999 and related issues; Selection of financial institution for THKC funds not received thought a state appropriation or in fundraising for premium stabilization account. Personnel issues relating to certain THKC staff; Sliding scale premium assistance eligibility; Other miscellaneous, administrative, corporation matters. Timelines, future meetings, general updates, other administrative procedural matters, public comment. The THKC Board may meet in Executive Session in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act to Discuss personnel issues or any other matters appropriate for an Executive Session. Persons with disabilities who require auxiliary aids, services, or materials in alternate formal, please contact THKJC at least three business days before the meeting. Contact: Tyrette Hamilton, P.O. Box 1506, Austin, Texas 78767-1506, 512/424-6565 (phone) 512/424-6601 fax. Filed: June 5, 1998, 3:43 p.m. TRD-9809115 Texas Deparment of Housing and Community Affairs Friday, June 12, 1998, 9:00 a.m. University of Texas at Tyler, 3900 University Boulevard, Library 401 Tyler Finance Committee AGENDA: The Committee will meet to consider and possibly act on: Minutes of Meeting of May 18, 1998 Approval of Selection of Underwriting Team for Single Family Board Program No. 54 Approval of Preliminary Guidelines for Single Family Bond Program No. 54 Adjourn. Contact: L.P. Manley, 507 Sabine, #900, Waller Creek Office Building, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/475-3934. Filed: June 3, 1998, 4:40 p.m. TRD-9808980 Friday, June 12, 1998, 9:30 a.m. University of Texas at Tyler, 3900 University Boulevard, Library 401 Tyler Program Committee AGENDA: The Committee will meet to consider and possibly act on: Minutes of Meeting of May 18, 1998 Approval of Strategic Plan Approval of Amendment to HOME Program Contract with United Cerebral Palsy Approval of 1998 Housing Trust Fund Project Awards and Capacity Building Awards Approval of Funding for Neighborhood Partnership Program for City San Antonio for: Acquisition Development Lending; Construction Lending; and Down Payment Assistance Approval of Authorization for Increase in Down Payment Assistance for Rural Areas of Texas Adjourn. Individuals who require auxiliary aids or services for this meeting should contact Margaret Donaldson at 512/475-3100 or Relay Texas at 1/800/735-2989 at least two days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Contact: L.P. Manley, 507 Sabine, #900, Waller Creek Office Building, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/475-3934. Filed: June 3, 1998, 4:40 p.m. TRD-9808976 Friday, June 12, 1998, 9:30 a.m. University of Texas at Tyler, 3900 University Boulevard, Library 401 Tyler Program Committee REVISED AGENDA: The Committee will meet to consider and possibly act on: ADD: Approval of Amendments to HOME Program Contracts for City of Del Rio and Catholic Family Services, Inc. Adjourn. Individuals who require auxiliary aids or services for this meeting should contact Margaret Donaldson at 512/475-3100 or Relay Texas at 1/800/735-2989 at least two days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Contact: L.P. Manley, 507 Sabine, #900, Waller Creek Office Building, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/475-3934. Filed: June 4, 1998, 3:41 p.m. TRD-9809022 Friday, June 12, 1998, 10:00 a.m. University of Texas at Tyler, 3900 University Boulevard, Library 401 Tyler Board REVISED AGENDA: The Board will meet to consider and possibly act upon: ADD: Approval of Manufactured Housing Cases: In the Matter of United Mobile Homes, Inc., Docket Number 332-98-0575 Complaint No, MHD1997000775C In the Matter of Alton Diggles doing business as Alton Mobile Home Moving and Services as known as Alton Mobile Home Moving Services and Repair, Docket No. 332-97-1635, Complaint Numbers MHD 1996000147C, MHD1996000148C, MHD1996000242C, MHD19960010661, MHD1997001807C, MHD1996001264C, MHD1997001740C Individuals who require auxiliary aids or services for this meeting should contact Margaret Donaldson at 512/475-3100 or Relay Texas at 1/800/735-2989 at least two days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Contact: L.P. Manley, 507 Sabine, #900, Waller Creek Office Building, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/475-3934. Filed: June 4, 1998, 4:07 p.m. TRD-9809028 Friday, June 12, 1998, 10:00 a.m. University of Texas at Tyler, 3900 University Boulevard, Library 401 Tyler Board AGENDA: The Board will meet to consider and possibly act on: Minutes of Meeting of May 18, 1998 Approval of Home Program Contract with United Cerebral Palsy Approval of Strategic Plan Approval of 1998 Housing Trust Fund Project Award and Capacity Building Awards Approval of Funding for Neighborhood Partnership Program for City of San Antonio Project for: Acquisition Development Lending; Construction Lending; Down Payment Assistance Approval of Authorization for Increase in Down Payment Assistance for Rural Areas of Texas Approval of Selection of Underwriting Team for Single Family Bond Program No. 54 Approval of Preliminary Guidelines for Single Family Bond Program 54 Executive Directors Report- Underwriter Response for Innovative Program Executive Session on Personnel Matters; Litigation and Anticipated Litigation (Potential or Threatened under sec.551.071 and sec.551.103, Texas Government Code Litigation Exception); Litigation Settlement-El Cenizo Settlement; Personnel Matters Regarding Duties and Responsibilities in Relationship to Budget under sec.551.074, Texas Government Code; Consultation with Attorney under sec.551.071(2), Texas Government Code; Action in Open Session on Items Discussed in Executive Session; Adjourn. Contact: L.P. Manley, 507 Sabine, #900, Waller Creek Office Building, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/475-3934. Filed: June 3, 1998, 4:32 p.m. TRD-9808979 Friday, June 12, 1998, 11:30 a.m. University of Texas at Tyler, 3900 University Boulevard, Library 401 Tyler Board AGENDA: The Board will meet to consider and possibly act on: Approval of Minutes of Board Meeting of April 20, 1998 and Board Meeting of May 18, 1998 Approval of Possible User of Excess Funds Borrowed by Pledging Presidents Corner Apartments Approval of Neighborhood Partnership Program for San Antonio Project for: Acquisition Development Lending; Construction Lending and Down Payment Assistance Report item: Corporations Financial Position Executive Session-Personnel Matters; Consultation with attorney under sec.551.071(2) of Texas Government Code; Anticipated Litigation (potential or threatened); Litigation Settlement-El Cenizo; Action in Open Session on Items Discussed in Executive Session; Adjourn. Individuals who require auxiliary aids or services for this meeting should contact Margaret Donaldson at 512/475-3100 or Relay Texas at 1/800/735-2989 at least two days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Contact: L.P. Manley, 507 Sabine, #900, Waller Creek Office Building, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/475-3934. Filed: June 3, 1998, 4:52 p.m. TRD-9808981 Texas Department of Human Services Thursday, June 18, 1998, 10:00 a.m. 701 West 51st, East Tower, Public Hearing Room Austin Board AGENDA: 1. Approval of the minutes of May 15, 1998, 2. simplification of the overissuance and lump sum policies in the temporary assistance for needy families (TANF) program. 3. expungement of temporary assistance for needy families (TANF) benefits from electronic benefit transfer (EBT) accounts. 4. use of program funds to assist family day care homes in becoming licensed or registered. 5. adoption of amendments to contract administration rules to implement charitable choice. 6. proposed fiscal year 1999 operating budget and fiscal years 2000-2001 Legislative Appropriations Request (LAR). 7. commissioner's report; a. historically underutilized business (HUB) program status. b. announcements and comments. c. tracking of the board action items. Contact: Sherron Heinemann, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714-9030, 512/438- 3048. Filed: June 9, 1998, 2:56 p.m. TRD-9809263 Wednesday, June 24, 1998, 9:00 a.m. 701 West 51st, John H. Winters Complex, Room 360W Austin Nursing Facility Administrator Advisory Committee AGENDA: 1. Review minutes from May 14, 1998, meeting. 2. Texas Association of Licensed Facility Administrators (TALFA) Concerns, 3. Review of Case Action Items. 4. Special Issues. The NFAAC Subcommittee on Education for NFAs will met immediately following adjournment of the NFAAC meeting Contact: Jerry Walker, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714-9030, 512/438-3048. Filed: June 10, 1998, 11:52 a.m. TRD-9809326 Texas Department of Insurance Tuesday, June 23, 1998, 9:30 a.m. 333 Guadalupe Boulevard, Room 102 Austin Life and Health Working Group of the Advisory Committee for the Interim Study for Agents and Agents' Licensing Statutes AGENDA: Continuation of discussion and possible action concerning the streamlining and consolidation of licensing types including the proposal for a new "limited" license. Discussion and possible action concerning the licensing of agents representing Fraternal Benefit Societies. Continuation of discussions and possible action regarding the 11-00 Life Insurance Counselor license including licensing issues affecting licensees who hold professional designations. Discussion of licensing requirements for corporate entities. Continuation of discussion and possible action concerning continuing education requirements including who should be subject to continuing education and how may hours should be required to keep a particular license type in force. Discussion of the procedural requirements for life/accidents and health licenses including examination, disciplinary action, company appointment, license suspension, fees and other licensing procedural matters. Discussion on the revenue neutrality of the changes proposed to the agents' licensing statutes. Time for public comment. Deliberation and possible action regarding timelines, future meetings, other administrative or procedural matters. Contact: Bill Elkjer, 333 Guadalupe Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/305- 8197. Filed: June 5, 1998, 10:56 a.m. TRD-9809076 Monday, June 29, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Building, 1700 North Congress, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-97-2153.C. To consider the application of Stephen Tillery, Dallas, Texas and Carrollton, Texas for a Solicitor's License to be issued by the Texas Department of Insurance (reset from May 22, 1998). Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/305- 8197. Filed: June 9, 1998, 10:37 a.m. TRD-9809241 Monday, June 29, 1998, 9:30 a.m. 333 Guadalupe, Room 102 Austin Life and Health Working Group of the Advisory Committee for the Interim Study for Agents and Agents' Licensing Statutes AGENDA: Preparation of a report to the Licensing Advisory Committee concerning the Working Group recommendations on the consolidation of license types. Continuation of discussion and possible action regarding the adoption of recommendations to streamline and consolidate insurance license types. Continuation of discussion and possible action regarding the adoption of recommendations concerning continuing education requirements for life and health licenses. Continuation of discussion and possible action concerning the procedural requirements for life/accident and health licenses including examination, disciplinary action, company appointment, license suspension, fees and other licensing procedural matters. Continuation of discussions and possible action concerning the revenue neutrality of the changes proposed to the agents' licensing statutes. Time for public comment. Deliberation and possible action regarding timelines, future meetings other administrative or procedural matters. Contact: Bill Elkjer, 333 Guadalupe Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/305- 8197. Filed: June 9, 1998, 5:33 p.m. TRD-9809281 Monday, June 29, 1998, 1:00 p.m. Stephen F. Building, 1700 North Congress, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-98-0931.C. To consider whether disciplinary action should be taken against Vincent Tolbert, Killeen, Texas, who holds a Group I, Legal Reserve Life Insurance Agent's License, Local Recording Agent's License and Variable Contract 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: June 9, 1998, 10:37 a.m. TRD-9809242 Tuesday, June 30, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Building, 1700 North Congress, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-98-0424.C. To consider the application of Loyd Earl Byrd, Irving, Texas, for a Temporary Local Recording Agent's License to issued by the Texas Department of Insurance (reset from May 6, 1998). Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code #113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/463-6328. Filed: June 9, 1998, 10:37 a.m. TRD-9809243 Tuesday, June 30, 1998, 9:30 a.m. 333 Guadalupe, Room 102 Austin Property and Casualty Working Advisory of the Advisory Committee for the Interim Study for Agents and Agents' Licensing Statutes AGENDA: Continued preparation of the report to the Licensing Advisory Committee concerning the Working Group's recommendations on the consolidation of licensed types. Continuation of discussion and possible action regarding the adoption of recommendations to streamline and consolidate insurance license types. Continuation of discussion and possible action regarding the adoption of recommendations concerning continuing education requirements for property and casualty licenses. Discussion and possible action concerning the procedural requirements for property and casualty licenses including examination, disciplinary action, company appointment, license suspension, fees and other procedural matters. Discussions and possible action concerning the revenue neutrality of the changes proposed to the agents' licensing statutes. Time for public comment. Deliberation and possible action regarding timelines, future meetings other administrative or procedural matters. Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code #113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/463-6328. Filed: June 9, 1998, 5:33 p.m. TRD-9809280 Wednesday, July 1, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Building, 1700 North Congress, Suite 1100 Austin REVISED AGENDA: Docket Number 454-98-0940.C. To consider whether disciplinary action should be taken against Gary Johnson, Dalhart, Texas, who holds a Group I, Life, Health, Accident, and HMO 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: June 9, 1998, 10:37 a.m. TRD-9809244 Monday, July 6, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Building, 1700 North Congress, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-98-0399.H. In the Matter of Aztec Fire Extinguisher Service and Sales Company (reset from May 5, 1998). Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Street, Mail Code #113-2A, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/463-6328. Filed: June 9, 1998, 10:37 a.m. TRD-9809245 Tuesday, July 7, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Building, 1700 North Congress, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: Docket Number 454-98-0287.C. To consider the application of Donald W. Parkinson, Tyler, Texas for a Life, Health, Accident and HMO License (Formerly known as a Group I Legal Reserve Life Insurance Agent's License) to be issued by the Texas Department of Insurance (reset from May 1, 1998). Contact: Bernice Ross, 333 Guadalupe Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/305- 8197. Filed: June 9, 1998, 10:37 a.m. TRD-9809246 Texas Juvenile Probation Commission Thursday, June 18, 1998, 10:00 a.m. 4900 North Lamar Boulevard Austin Budget Committee AGENDA: Call to order; Excuse absences; Discussion and possible action regarding upspent JJAEP funding for possible summer school funding and/or discretionary grants to non-mandatory JJAEP's; Discussion and possible action on the FY 1999 Administrative budget; Discussion and possible action regarding the Legislative Budget request for FY 2000-2001; Discussion and possible action regarding FY 1998 administrative budget revision; Presentation, discussion and possible action on funding Juvenile Court Conference Committee in Hidalgo County; public comment; adjourn. Contact: Glenn Neil, P.O. Box 13547, Austin, Texas 787-3547, 512/424-6682. Filed: June 9, 1998, 7:29 a.m. TRD-9809230 Thursday, June 18, 1998, 10:30 a.m. 4900 North Lamar Boulevard Austin Program and Planning Committee AGENDA: Call to order; Excuse absences; Approval of TJPC Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program (JJAEP) Rules for publication in the Texas Register; Approval of TJPC Probation, Detention and Corrections Officer Certification rules for publication in the Texas Register; Review of modified Case Management standards and approval for publication in Texas Register as proposed rules; Approval of Pre-and Post-Adjudication standards for publication in the Texas Register; Discussion and possible action of formal adoption TJPC child abuse and neglect investigations standards; Adoption of TJPC's Administrative Rule Review Plan; Approval of FY 1998-2005 Agency Strategic Plan; public comment; adjourn. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, large print or braille, are requested to contact Glenn Neal at (512) 424-6682 two days prior to the meeting so that the appropriate arrangements may be made. Contact: Glenn Neil, P.O. Box 13547, Austin, Texas 787-3547, 512/424-6682. Filed: June 9, 1998, 7:29 a.m. TRD-9809231 Thursday, June 18, 1998, 11:00 a.m. 4900 North Lamar Boulevard Austin Board AGENDA: Call to order; Excuse absences; Approval of minutes from March 20, 1998; Hearing Budget Committee report; Discussion and possible action regarding unspend JJAEP funding for possible summer school funding and/or discretionary grants to non- mandatory JJAEP's; Discussion and possible action on the FY 1999 Administrative budget; Discussion and possible action regarding the Legislative Budget request for FY 2000-2001; Discussion and possible action regarding FY 1998 administrative budget revision; Presentation, discussion and possible action on funding Juvenile Court Conference Committee in Hidalgo County; Hear Program Committee report; Approval of TJPC Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program (FFAEP) Rules for publication in the Texas Register; Approval of TJPC Probation, Detention and Corrections Officer Certification rules for publication in the Texas Register; Review of modified Case Management standards and approval for publication in Texas Register as proposed rules; Approval of Pre-and Post- Adjudication standards for publication in the Texas Register; Discussion and possible action of formal adoption of TJPC child abuse and neglect investigations standards; Adoption of TJPC's Administrative Rule Review Plan; Approval of FY 1998-2005 Agency Strategic Plan; Assignment of new board members to TJPC committees; Legal Legislative update; Director's Report; schedule next meeting; public comment; adjourn. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, large print or braille, are requested to contact Glenn Neal at (512) 424-6682 two days prior to the meeting so that the appropriate arrangements may be made. Contact: Glenn Neil, P.O. Box 13547, Austin, Texas 787-3547, 512/424-6682. Filed: June 9, 1998, 7:26 a.m. TRD-9809229 Board of Law Examiners Friday-Saturday, June 12-13, 1998, 8:00 a.m. Suite 500, Tom C. Clark, 205 West 14th Street Austin AGENDA: The Board will consider: requests for excused absences; bar examination questions (in executive session); approval of minutes, certified agendas, financial reports, and investment reports; reports from members, staff and Supreme Court Liaison; consultations with legal counsel concerning pending litigation (in executive session) compensation of graders; BY99 budge proposal; review of and changes in certain policies, procedures, and forms; recommendation regarding certain rule changes; recommendation to Supreme Court regarding reinstatement procedures; report from Supreme Court Liaison; articles of interest; and hear communications from the public. Contact: Rachael Martin, P.O. Box 13486, Austin, Texas 78711-3486, 512/463-8926. Filed: June 3, 1998, 4:53 p.m. TRD-9808982 Board for Lease of University Lands Tuesday, June 16, 1998, 1:30 p.m. The University of Texas System, O'Henry Hall 4th Conference Room 601 Colorado Street, 601 Colorado Street Austin AGENDA: 1. Approval of the minutes of the May 19, 1998, meeting of the Board for Lease of University Lands. 2. Lease terms for Regular Oil and Gas Lease Sale No. 94 scheduled for November 17, 1998 (bid opening) and November 18, 1998 (lease awards). 3. Lease terms and procedures for Frontier Oil and Gas Lease Sale No. 93A1. 4. Lease terms and procedures for Frontier Oil Gas Lease Sale No. 94-A schedule for November 17, 1998 (bid opening ) and November 18, 1998 (lease awards). Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services may contact Loretta Loyd at 512/499-4462 at least two work days prior to the meeting date so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Contact: Pamela S. Bacon, 201 West 7th Street Austin, Texas 78701, 512/499-4462. Filed: June 8, 1998, 4:28 p.m. TRD-9809217 Texas State of Licensing and Regulation Tuesday, June 16, 1998, 9:30 a.m. (Reschedule from May 27, 1998.) 920 Colorado, E.O. Thompson Building, 1st Floor, Room 108 Austin Consumer Protection Section, Auctioneering AGENDA: The Department will hold an administrative hearing to consider claims against the Auctioneer Education and Recovery Fund by United Commercial Carriers, based upon the actions of the Auctioneer, George W. Burchfield, and determine the amounts due the aggrieved party pursuant to Texas Revised Civil Statutes Annotated Articles 8700 and 9100; Texas Government Code, Chapter 2001; and 16 TAC sec.60. Contact: Richard Wootton, 920 Colorado, E.O. Thompson Building, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/463-3192. Filed: June 4, 1998, 4:07 p.m. TRD-9809025 Wednesday, June 17, 1998, 9:30 a.m. (Rescheduled from May 13, 1998.) 920 Colorado, E.O. Thompson Building, 1st Floor, Room 108 Austin Enforcement Division, Air Conditioning AGENDA: The Department will hold an administrative hearing to consider possible assessment of administrative penalties against the Respondent, Gary R. Schmitt, for performing air conditioning and/or refrigeration contracting without obtaining the required license in violation Texas Revised Civil Statutes Annotated Article 8861; sec.3B, pursuant to Texas Revised Civil Statutes, Annotated Articles 8861 and 9100, the Texas Government Code, Chapter 2001; and 16 TAC sec.60. Contact: Richard Wootton, 920 Colorado, E.O. Thompson Building, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/463-3192. Filed: June 4, 1998, 4:07 p.m. TRD-9809023 Monday, June 22, 1998, 1:30 p.m. 920 Colorado, E.O. Thompson Building, 4th Floor Conference Room Austin Architectural Barriers Advisory Committee AGENDA: I. call to order II. records and attendance III. approval of minutes of meeting held February 23, 1998 IV. staff reports A. administration 1. revised TDLR Architectural Barriers organizational chart 2. discussion of development of agenda 3. alternate methods of compliance 4. current interpretation authority B. reviews C. inspections D. complaints E. variances F. legislative issues V. subcommittee reports A. rules B. program review C. standards D. enforcement VII. new business A. Jim Boyce recommendation B. agreement between TDLR and entities contrary to TAS requirements C. Curb ramp proposal, City of Lubbock D. Curb ramp proposal, Texas Tech University E. ICP involvement with variances F. emergency state lease policy G. state lease specifications H. tolerances VII. public comment VIII. schedule next meeting IX. adjournment Persons who plan to attend this meting and require ADA assistance are requested to contact Caroline Jackson at 512/463-7348 two working days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Contact: George Ferrie, 920 Colorado, E.O. Thompson Building, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/463-2907. Filed: June 9, 1998, 2:30 p.m. TRD-9809261 Tuesday, June 30, 1998, 9:30 a.m. (Reschedule from June 2, 1998.) 920 Colorado, E.O. Thompson Building, 1st Floor, Room 108 Austin Consumer Protection Section, Auctioneering AGENDA: The Department will hold an administrative hearing to consider claims against the Auctioneer Education and Recovery Fund by Pete Heffner, based upon the actions of the Auctioneer, Tina Barton, and determine the amounts due the aggrieved party pursuant to Texas Revised Civil Statutes Annotated Articles 8700 and 9100; Texas Government Code, Chapter 2001; and 16 TAC sec.60. Contact: Richard Wootton, 920 Colorado, E.O. Thompson Building, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/463-3192. Filed: June 4, 1998, 4:07 p.m. TRD-9809024 Texas Mental Health and Mental Retardation Board Friday, June 12, 1998, at 9:30 a.m. 909 West 45th Street (Auditorium) Austin AGENDA: I. Call to order-Roll Call II. Citizens Comments III. Approval of the minutes of the May 13, 1998, meeting IV. Issues to be considered 1. Consideration of approval of a selection process for the position of the Commissioner 2. Discussion regarding the development of the FY 99 Operating Budget 3. Discussion regarding the development of the FY 2000-2001 Legislative Appropriations Request 4. discussion regarding the NorthStar Behavioral Health Pilot in the Dallas Medicaid Service Area 5. Discussion regarding the Sunset Staff report on TDMHMR In ADA assistance or deaf interpreters are required, notify TDMHMR 512/206-4506, (voice or Relay Texas), Ellen Hurst, 72 hours prior to the meeting. Contact: Ellen Hurst, P.O. Box 12668, Austin, Texas 78711, 512/206-4506. Filed: June 4, 1998, 10:52 a.m. TRD-9808995 Midwestern State University Wednesday, June 10, 1998, 9:30 a.m. 3410 Taft Boulevard, Hardin Board Room Wichita Falls AGENDA: Board of Rents The Board will consider recommendations concerning the Midwestern State University Strategic Plan for the period 1999-2003; the Information Resources Strategic Plan for the 1999-2003 period; and the university Organizational Structure as it relates to Information Systems Contact: Deborah L. Barrow, 3410 Taft Boulevard, Wichita Falls, Texas 76308, 940/397-4212. Filed: June 5, 1998, 8:47 a.m. TRD-9809109 Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Monday, June 15, 1998, 8:30 a.m. 12100 Park 35 Circle Austin AGENDA: This is a meeting with Commissioners and agency management teams to introduce the newly appointed Executive director and Deputy Executive Director, discuss agency initiatives that will result from the recent business process review study and discuss other general matters related to the overall management and direction of the agency. Contact: Doug Kitts, 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, 512/239-3317. Filed: June 5, 1998, 1:43 p.m. TRD-9809090 Monday, June 15, 1998, 8:30 a.m. 12100 Park 35 Circle Austin AGENDA: The Commission will consider approving the following matters on the attached agenda: hearing request; air enforcement agreed orders; air enforcement default order; industrial hazardous waste enforcement agreed orders; petroleum storage tank default order; petroleum storage tank agreed order; public water supply enforcement agreed order; industrial waste discharge enforcement agreed order; municipal waste discharge enforcement agreed order; multi media enforcement order; authorization to construct; temporary authorization; rules; modify, affirm, or set aside emergency order; executive session; the commission will consider items previously posted for open meeting and at such meeting verbally postponed or continued to this date. With regard to any item, the Commission may take various actions, including but not limited to rescheduling an item in its entirety or for particular action at a future date or time. (Registration for 9:30 agenda starts 8:45 until 9:25) The commission will consider approving the following matters at it's 1:00 p.m. agenda: Motion for reconsideration ; certified question; and proposal for decision and order. (Registration for 1:00 agenda starts at 12:30 p.m.) Contact: Doug Kitts, 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, 512/239-3317. Filed: June 8, 1998, 4:30 p.m. TRD-9809211 Wednesday, June 17, 1998, 9:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. (respectively.) 12100 Park 35 Circle Austin AGENDA: The Commission will consider a approving the following items on the attached addendums to the agenda for 9:30 and 1:00 p.m. On the 9:30 a.m. agenda the commission will consider a resolution concerning implementation of the Commission's Combustion Strategy. At the 1:00 p.m. agenda the commission will consider a Motion for Rehearing. Contact: Doug Kitts, 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, 512/239-3317. Filed: June 9, 1998, 3:45 p.m. TRD-9809267 Tuesday, June 23, 1998, at 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 by Everett Square, Inc. to the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission to amend its Certificate of Convenience and Necessity (CCN) No. 12831 which authorizes the provision of water utility service in Harris County, Texas. The proposed utility service area is located approximately 24 miles north of Houston Texas and 2.1 miles east of Old Town Spring and is generally bounded on the north by Spring Creek Driving Drive, on the east by a line commencing near the intersection of Firewood Lane and Spring Creek Driving running south 32 degrees 6 minutes east 851.84 feet, thence south 57 degrees 51 minutes west 687.24 feet, thence north 32 degrees 17 minutes west 854.20 feet to the ROW of Spring Creek Drive, thence north 57 degrees 51 minutes east 689.98 feet to the place of beginning. The total area being requested consists of 13.49 acres with no current customers. SOAH Docket No. 582-98-0993. Contact: Betty Goetz, P.O. Box 13025, Austin, Texas 78711-3025, 512/475-3289. Filed: June 9, 1998, 10:29 a.m. TRD-9809238 Tuesday, June 23, 1998, at 10:00 a.m. 1700 North Congress Avenue, 11th Floor Street, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: For a hearing before an administrative law judge of the State Office Administrative Hearings on an appeal filed protesting Noack Water Supply Corporation's fee for new connections. Noack Water Supply Corporation provides water utility service in Williamson County, Texas SOAH Docket Number 582-98- 0992. Contact: Betty Goetz, P.O. Box 13025, Austin, Texas 78711-3025, 512/475-3289. Filed: June 9, 1998, 10:36 a.m. TRD-9809239 Thursday, June 25, 1998, at 10:00 a.m. 1700 North Congress Avenue, 11th Floor Street, Suite 1100 Austin AGENDA: For a hearing before an administrative law judge of the State Office Administrative Hearings on an application by the City of Pearland to amend its Certificate of Convenience and Necessity (CCN) Nos. 11008 and 20403 which authorize the provision of water and sewer utility service in Brazoria and Harris Counties, Texas. The proposed utility service areas are located approximately 16 miles south of downtown Houston, Texas in and around the City of Pearland and are generally bounded on the north by Clear Creek, on the east by the Cities of Houston and Friendswood, on the south by the cities of Alvin and Manvel, and on the west by the county line. The total area being requested includes approximately 41,667 acres and 10,910 current customers. SOAH Docket Number 582-98-0994. Contact: Betty Goetz, P.O. Box 13025, Austin, Texas 78711-3025, 512/475-3289. Filed: June 9, 1998, 10:36 a.m. TRD-9809240 Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners Friday, June 12, 1998, 9:30 a.m. 333 Guadalupe, Suite 2-510 Austin Board AGENDA: 1. call to order 2. approval of minutes of March 27, 1998 board meeting 3. report from Texas Occupational Therapy Association (TOTA) 4. public comment 5. discussion and possible action on proposed rule changes, as follows: sec.362.1, concerning definitions sec.364.1, concerning requirements for licensure sec.366.1, concerning application for license sec.370.1, concerning license renewal sec.371.1, concerning inactive status sec.372.1, concerning provision of services sec.373.1, concerning supervision 6. discussion and possible action on a jurisprudence examination for applicants and licensees 7. discussion and possible action on a plan for review of agency rules, as required by HB1, Article 9, sec.167 8. Investigation committee report A. discussion and possible action on agreed orders #97-13; 97-16; 97-22; 98-25; and 98-31 B. discussion of committee meting on May 5th, 1998 C. discussion of investigative activities to date 9. discussion and possible action on chair's report 10. discussion and possible action on executive director's report 11. discussion and possible action on coordinator's report 12. discussion and possible action on the next meting dates and locations 13. adjournment Contact: Alicia Dimmick Essary, 333 Guadalupe, Suite 2-510, Austin, Texas 78701- 3942, 512/305-6900. Filed: June 4, 1998, 4:09 p.m. TRD-9809031 Friday, June 12, 1998, 2:00 p.m. 333 Guadalupe, Suite 2-510 Austin Application Review Committee AGENDA: 1. call to order 2. review and possible action on the following cases: Rhonda K. Bush Steven W. Carter Daniel Armando Garcia Duyen Thi Nguyen Tracy Lynn Murphy 3. adjournment Contact: Alicia Dimmick Essary, 333 Guadalupe, Suite 2-510, Austin, Texas 78701- 3942, 512/305-6900. Filed: June 4, 1998, 4:36 p.m. TRD-9809032 Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners Friday, June 19, 1998, 8:30 a.m. 929 East 41st Street Austin Rules Committee AGENDA: 1. roll call-8:30 a.m.; 2. recognize staff and visitors; 3. review and approve the minutes of the December 8, 1997 rules review committee meeting; 4. presentation by Forma-Doc, Inc. regarding the TSBPE rule review and discussion and possible action for time line to review TSBPE rules by requirement of Section 167, Article IX; 5. discussion and possible action on plumbing license law, Section 12(b). Continuing Professional Education and board rule, sec.365.5 renewals, 6. discussion and possible action regarding rule for disciplinary procedures for continuing professional education instructors and providers. Contact: Stephenie A. Spiars, 929 East 41st Street, Austin, Texas 78751, 512/458-2145, Ext. 222. Filed: June 3, 1998, 2:56 p.m. TRD-9808969 Friday, June 19, 1998, 10:30 a.m. 929 East 41st Street Austin Continuing Education Committee AGENDA: 1. roll call-10:30 a.m.; 2. recognize staff and visitors; 3. review and approve the minutes of the February 3, 1998 Continuing Education Committee meeting; 4. discussion and possible action on setting up disciplinary procedure for continuing professional education instructors and providers; 5. discussion and possible action on plumbing inspectors continuing professional education; 6. discussion and possible action on a time line for continuing professional education providers to publish textbook for the years 2000-2001, 2001-2002 and 2002-2003; 7. discussion and possible action on changing the reporting on continuing professional education providers based on the Scantron system. 8. discussion and possible action on continuing professional education textbook provider bids for the years 2000-2001, 2001-2002 and 2002-2003; 9. discussion and possible action of subject, topic-content for continuing professional education textbook for the year 2000-2001. Contact: Stephenie A. Spiars, 929 East 41st Street, Austin, Texas 78751, 512/458-2145, Ext. 222. Filed: June 3, 1998, 2:56 p.m. TRD-9808970 Texas Public Finance Authority Wednesday, June 17, 1998, 10:30 a.m. William P. Clements Building, 300 West 15th Street, Committee, Room 5 Austin Board AGENDA: 1. call to order 2. approval of minutes of the May 20, 1998 board meeting. 3. report on results of Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) refunding. 4. consider request for financing from Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) in the amount of approximately $255 million General Obligation Bonds, and select a methods of sale. 5. consider request for financing from Stephen F. Austin State University in the amount of approximately $6 million of tuition revenue bonds and select a method of sale. 7. consider adoption of a rules review plan and proposed amendments concerning administrative rules 34 TAC Chapter 221-225. 8. other business 9. adjourn Persons with disabilities, who have special communication or other needs, who are planning to attend the meeting should contact Jeanine Barron or Marce Watkins at 512/463-5544. Requests should be made as far in advance as possible. Contact: Jeanine Barron, 300 West 15th Street, Suite 411, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/463-5544. Filed: June 17, 1998, 10:30 a.m. TRD-9809232 Texas Department of Public Safety Wednesday, June 10, 1998, 3:00 p.m. 5805 North Lamar Boulevard Austin Governor's Division of Emergency Management, Drought Response and Monitoring Committee AGENDA: Welcome and introductions Technical assistance and planning subcommittee report Drougt and water supply monitoring subcommittee report Action items: review of last meting minutes and on-going strategies Other issues and concerns Adjournment Contact: Person with disability who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services such as interpreters for person who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, large print, or Braille, are requested to contact Juan Perales at 512/424-2452 three days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Filed: June 5, 1998, 10:56 a.m. TRD-9809077 Public Utility Commission of Texas Thursday, June 11, 1998, 11:00 a.m. City of Hedwig Village, City, Hall, 955 Piney Point Road Houston AGENDA: there will be an open meeting for discussion, consideration, and possible action regarding: Docket Numbers 18746, 16196, 17143, 17238, 18143, 18795, 18775, 18129, 19131, 19142, 19157, 19007, 19008, 19064, 19065, 19076, 19082, and 19090; federal Telecommunications act on 1996 and other taken by the Federal Communications Commission; Activities in local telephone markets, including but not limited to public comment, correspondence and implementation of interconnection agreements approved by the Commission pursuant to PURA and FTA; Project No. 18000; Docket Numbers 16738 and 18443; Electric industry restructuring, electric utility reliability, and customer service, including public comment; Customer services issues, including but not limited to public comment, correspondence and complaint issues; 1998 Operating Budget, Agency Business Plan, project assignments, correspondence, staff reports, agency administrative issues, fiscal matters and personnel policy; Agency Strategic Plan; Adjournment for closed session to consider litigation and personnel matters; Reconvene for discussion and decisions on matters considered in closed session. Contact: Dianne Prior, 1701 North Congress Avenue, Texas 78701, 512/936-7007. Filed: June 3, 1998, 2:57 p.m. TRD-9808971 Recycling Market Development Board Thursday, June 25, 1998, 10:00 a.m. John H. Reagan Building, Room 109, 105 West 15th Street Austin Board AGENDA: I. call to order; II. announcments; III. reading of minutes of April 3, 1998, board meeting; IV. old business: (1) final report on state agency recycled product purchase reports. V. new business: (1) presentation of the recycling market development board internet home page; (2) consideration of recycling policy recommendations for 76th Legislature; (3) update on Safety-Kleen and Laidlow merger; (4) presentation on environmental recycling hotline. VI. public comment ; VII. adjourn. Contact: Robert Cox, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Room 620, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/463-5381. Filed: June 9, 1998, 4:20 p.m. TRD-9809271 Rural Community Health System Friday, June 19, 1998, 9:00 a.m. 1400 North Congress, Room E.1.024 Austin Operations Committee AGENDA: 1. call to order 2. approve minutes. 3. review grant proposal to Rural Center for Health Initiatives, Progress Report. 4. discussion/consideration of any proposals or applications to RCHS. 5. discussion proposals made at May meeting 6. discus process for consideration of any new proposals. 7. discuss/planning for July Strategy meeting. Contact: Victoria Ford, P.O. Box 13556, Austin, Texas 78711, 512/463-0119. Filed: June 5, 1998, 10:41 a.m. TRD-9809074 Friday, June 19, 1998, 9:00 a.m. 1400 North Congress, Room E.1.020 Austin Finance Committee AGENDA: 1. call to order 2. report on tax exempt status. 3. discuss grant proposal to Rural Center for Health Initiatives, Progress Report. 4. discuss request for funding. a. rural Hospitals: update. b. other organizations. 5. appoint Grant Locator Sub-Committee 6. Report on request for support from Governor Bush. 7. Discuss Dues: a. membership types: b. benefits 8. Report on loan offers. Contact: Victoria Ford, P.O. Box 13556, Austin, Texas 78711, 512/463-0119. Filed: June 5, 1998, 10:41 a.m. TRD-9809075 Friday, June 19, 1998, 9:00 a.m. 1400 North Congress, Room E.1.020 Austin Finance Committee AGENDA: 1. call to order 2. report on tax exempt status 3. discuss grant proposal to Rural Center for Health Initiatives, Progress Report. 4. Discuss request for funding. a. Rural Hospitals: update. b. Other organizations. 5. Appoint Grant Locator Sub-Committee 6. Report on request for support from Governor Bush. 7. Discuss Dues: a. membership types: b. benefits 8. Report on loan offers. Contact: Victoria Ford, P.O. Box 13556, Austin, Texas 78711, 512/463-0119. Filed: June 5, 1998, 10:59 a.m. TRD-9809080 Friday, June 19, 1998, 9:00 a.m. 1400 North Congress, Room E.1.024 Austin Operations Committee AGENDA: 1. call to order 2. approve minutes. 3. review grant proposal to Rural Center for Health Initiatives, Progress Report. 4. discussion/consideration of any proposals or applications to RCHS. 5. discussion proposals made at May meeting 6. discus process for consideration of any new proposals. 7. discuss/planning for July Strategy meting. Contact: Victoria Ford, P.O. Box 13556, Austin, Texas 78711, 512/463-0119. Filed: June 5, 1998, 10:57 a.m. TRD-9809079 Friday, June 19, 1998, 11:00 a.m. 1400 North Congress, Room E.1.036 Austin Full Board AGENDA: 1. call to order 2. approve minutes. 3. committee reports 4. old business discuss TDI and Medcaid rules discuss marketing plan 5. new business Legislative Committee 6. Board member comment 7. public comment 8. schedule July Strategy meeting 9. adjourn Contact: Victoria Ford, P.O. Box 13556, Austin, Texas 78711, 512/463-0119. Filed: June 8, 1998, 4:28 p.m. TRD-9809218 School Land Board Tuesday, June 16, 1999, 10:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Room 831 Austin AGENDA: Approval of previous board meeting minutes; closed session and open session opening and considerations of bids received for the June 16, 1998, sealed bid land sale; consideration and approval of additional tracts, terms and conditions for a special oil and gas lease sale; pooling applications, Wildcat Field, Val Verde Co. Wildcat Field, Calhoun and Matagorda Cos.; Wildcat field, Calhoun Co.; applications to lease highway rights of way for oil and gas, St. Hwy 21, Bastrop Co.; Industrial Blvd. and Pickle Circle, Washington Co., FM 332, Washington Co.; FM 389, Washington Co; FM 109, Washington, Co.; St. Hwy 124, Chambers Co.; FM 500, Robertson Co.; St. Hwy 55, Edwards Co.; FM 630, San Patricio Co.; St. Hwy 71, Wharton Co.; Salem Rd. and Hall Rd., Washington Co.; SH 4 Cameron Co.; Hwy 77S, Lavaca Co.; T&P RR Sur., Taylor Co.; FM 178, Dawson Co.; direct land sale, Taylor Co.; Coastal public lands, easement applications and renewals, Galveston Bay, Chambers Co., Taylor Lake, Harris Co.; Galveston Bay, Galveston Co.; Nueces Bay, Nueces Co.; Coastal public lands structure (cabin) permit renewals, Laguna Madre, Kenedy Co.; Nueces Bay, Nueces Co.; closed and open session-consideration and approval of terms and conditions for execution of option contract on sale of Paseo del Este. 4292 + acres, El Paso Co.; closed session and open sessions -- status report on State of Texas et al v. Amoco Production Co., et at. cause #95- 08680, 345th Judicial District Court, Travis Co., Texas; closed and open session-pending or contemplated litigation; and/or settlement offers. Contact: Linda K. Fisher, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701, Room 836, 512/463-5016. Filed: June 8, 1998, 4:28 p.m. TRD-9809213 Council on Sex Offender Treatment Friday, June 19, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Exchange Building, Room S-402, Texas Department of Health, 8407 Wall Street Austin AGENDA: The council will introduce members, guests and staff and will discuss and possibly act on: review of public comments received on proposed rules (22 TAC sec.sec.810.1-810.9, 810.31-810.34; 810.61-810.64; and 810.91-810.92) as published in the May 8, 1998, issue of the Texas Register (23 TexReg 4506); final rules relating to the registration of sex offender treatment provides (22 TAC sec.sec.810.1-810.9, 810.31-810.34; 810.61-810.64; and 810.91-810.92); other matters not requiring council action; public comment; agenda items for future council meetings; and setting future meeting dates for the council. To request an accommodation under the ADA, please contact Suzzanna C. Currier, ADA Coordinator in the Office of Civil Rights at 512/458-7627 or TDD at 512/458- 7708 at least four days prior to the meeting. Contact: Donna Flippin, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756, 512/834- 4520. Filed: June 10, 1998, 9:14 a.m. TRD-9809284 Sheep and Goat Raisers Commodity Tuesday, June 16, 1998, 10:30 a.m. Texas Sheep and Goat Raisers Assn. Bldg., 233 West Twohig San Angelo Predator Management Board AGENDA: opening remarks and welcome review and approval on minutes of last meeting - April 8, 1998; review and approval of fiscal affairs reports of officers and directors discussion and action: new business: review of telephone message; development of policy statement on collections of the assessment and payment of refunds; annual reports/hot-spot renewal requests; addition to hot-spots requests; special requests. Teacher workshop proposal of Dale Rollins; scheduling next meeting. Unfinished business: Coping with Bobcats video and predators in the classroom reports; Texas Animal Health Audit for 1997; Letter prepared for feedlots and/or refunds with multiple contributors to sale; biennial election progress; report from Gary Nunley-Animal Damage Control Discussion: Other Business Adjourn Contact: Minnie Savage, 233 West Twohig, San Angelo, Texas 76903-3543, 915/659- 8777. Filed: June 8, 1998, 3:00 p.m. TRD-9809193 Texas Southern University Thursday, July 9, 1998, 10:00 a.m. 3100 Cleburne, Hannah Hall, Room 111 Houston Academic Affairs Committee AGENDA: Meeting to consider: progress reports of academic activities and programs. Executive Session Contact: Dr. Bobby E. Mills, 3100 Cleburne, Houston, Texas 77004, 713/529-8911. Filed: June 5, 1998, 10:37 a.m. TRD-9809073 Thursday, July 9, 1998, 11:15 a.m. 3100 Cleburne, Hannah Hall, Room 111 Houston Finance and Buildings and Grounds Committee AGENDA: Meeting to consider: matters relating to financial reporting systems, and budgets; fiscal reports from the administration; investments, contract awards; and informational items, Executive Session. Contact: Dr. Bobby E. Mills, 3100 Cleburne, Houston, Texas 77004, 713/529-8911. Filed: June 5, 1998, 10:37 a.m. TRD-9809071 Thursday, July 9, 1998, 12:30 p.m. 3100 Cleburne, Hannah Hall, Room 111 Houston Development Committee AGENDA: Meeting to consider: Reports from the Administration on University Fund-Raising efforts. Contact: Dr. Bobby E. Mills, 3100 Cleburne, Houston, Texas 77004, 713/529-8911. Filed: June 5, 1998, 10:37 a.m. TRD-9809072 Thursday, July 9, 1998, 1:15 p.m. 3100 Cleburne, Hannah Hall, Room 111 Houston Academic Affairs Committee AGENDA: Meeting to consider: progress reports to receive informational items. Executive Session Contact: Dr. Bobby E. Mills, 3100 Cleburne, Houston, Texas 77004, 713/529-8911. Filed: June 5, 1998, 10:37 a.m. TRD-9809070 Thursday, July 9, 1998, 2:15 p.m. 3100 Cleburne, Hannah Hall, Room 111 Houston Personnel Committee AGENDA: Meeting to consider: Ratification of appointment of instructional personnel, academic personnel changes. Executive Session Contact: Dr. Bobby E. Mills, 3100 Cleburne, Houston, Texas 77004, 713/529-8911. Filed: June 5, 1998, 10:36 a.m. TRD-9809069 Friday, July 10, 1998, 8:30 a.m. 3100 Cleburne, Hannah Hall, Room 111 Houston Board of Regents AGENDA: Meeting to consider: minutes; report of the president; report from standing committees; Executive Session. Contact: Dr. Bobby E. Mills, 3100 Cleburne, Houston, Texas 77004, 713/529-8911. Filed: June 5, 1998, 10:36 a.m. TRD-9809068 Special Board of Review Monday, June 15, 1998, 5:30 p.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress, Room 118 Austin Board AGENDA: I. call to order II. chairman's remarks III. discussion of, and action, proposed "Triangle Square Development Plan," including zoning and subdivision issues IV. adjournment Contact: Ken Mills, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Room 626, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/305-9108. Filed: June 5, 1998, 10:36 a.m. TRD-9809067 Texas State University System Friday, June 12, 1998, 9:30 a.m. Speaker Phone available in Conference Room, Texas State University System, 200 East 10th Street, Rusk Building, Suite 600 Austin Board of Regents AGENDA: Review of matters of the Board, the System Administrative Office and the Universities in the system including consideration of: proposed strategic plans, System debt consideration, additional Broker/Dealers, exceeding FTE limitations and submission of Legislative Appropriation Requests; and, authorization for: Angelo State University to relocate softball field, bid and purchase fire alarms and upgrade their energy management system; Lamar University-Beaumont to provide an automobile allowance for the interim president and grant tenure to the new chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering; Sam Houston State University to purchase two tracts of real estate, select an architect for the General Classroom Building and demolish the interior of the Administration Building; Southwest Texas State University to sell certain stocks and to employ a consultant of the proposed athletic complex addition; Sul Ross State University to amend their food service contract and conduct asbestos abatement of the Graves/Pierce Complex and Ferguson Hall. (Where appropriate and permitted by law, Executive Sessions may be held for the above listed subjects.) Contact: Lamar Urbanovsky, 200 East 10th Street, Suite 600, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/463-1808. Filed: June 5, 1998, 5:29 p.m. TRD-9809105 University of Houston Tuesday, June 16, 1998, 9:00 a.m. S&RII, Room 75, University of Houston, 4800 Calhoun Boulevard Houston Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee AGENDA: To discuss and/or act upon the following: Approval of May 18, 1998 minutes New Protocols Other Business Contact: Charles Raflo, 4800 Calhoun Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77204-5510, 713/743-9191. Filed: June 4, 1998, 8:25 a.m. TRD-9809049 Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners Thursday-Friday, June 11-12, 1998, 8:30 a.m. Tower #2, Room 225, William P. Hobby Building, 333 Guadalupe Street Austin Board EMERGENCY REVISED AGENDA: The Board will be taking action on Agreed Order in disciplinary cases listed on the attached agenda. The board will take action on those rules listed on the agenda. The board will also consider the April Exam Results, consider and approve and the Legislative Appropriations Request and the Strategic Plan, and other items reflected on the attached agenda. The Board may go into executive session to discuss contemplated and pending litigation, and the responsibilities of the Executive Director. Two items have been added to the agenda filed May 29, 1998. To additions are appointment of a new member to the Rules committee and discussion and possible action on the 1999-2003 Strategic Plan for Informational Resources. Persons requiring reasonable accommodations are requested to contact Judy Smith, 333 Guadalupe, #2-330, Austin, Texas 78701-3998, 512/305-7555 or TDD 1/800/735/2989 within 72 hours of the meeting to make appropriate arrangements. Contact: Judy Smith, 333 Guadalupe, #2-330, Austin, Texas 78701-3998, 512/305- 7555. Filed: June 8, 1998, 10:42 a.m. TRD-9809165 Texas Water Development Board Wednesday, June 17, 1998, 3:00 p.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, Room 513-F, 1700 North Congress Austin Finance Committee AGENDA: 1. Consider approval of the minutes of the meeting of May 20, 1998. 2. Consider approving a 100% grant in the amount of $1,435,323 to St. Paul Water Supply Corporation (San Patricio County) for the construction of a wastewater collection system and wastewater treatment plant to provide services to a colonia (Economically Distressed Areas Program). 3. Briefing and discussion on the results of the $209,015,000 State of Texas General Obligation Bonds, Series 1998A, 1998B, and 1998C bond transaction, senior managed by Bear Steams and Co., Inc. 4. Consider report on the Board's investment portfolio for the quarter ending May 31, 1998, as required by the Public Funds Investment Act. 5. Briefing and discussion on activities of the Border Project Management Division including present and future EDAP projects. 6. May consider items on the agenda of the June 18, 1998 Board or TWRFA meeting. Additional non-committee Board members may be present to deliberate but will not vote in the Committee meeting. Contact: Craig D. Pedersen, P.O. Box 13231, Austin, Texas 78711, 512/463-7847. Filed: June 9, 1998, 2:16 p.m. TRD-9809258 Wednesday, June 17, 1998, 4:00 p.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, Room 513-F, 1700 North Congress Austin Audit Committee AGENDA: 1. Consider approval of the minutes of the meeting of April 15, 1998. 2. Consider adoption of the FY'98 Audit Plan. 3. Briefing and discussion on the status of Ward County Water Improvement District No. 3 water conservation loans. 4. Briefing and discussion on the status of the City of Smyer bond compliance. 5. Briefing on the status of approved contracts. 6. May discuss items on the agenda of the June 18, 1998 Board or TWRFA meeting. Additional non-committee Board members may be present to deliberate but will not vote in the Committee meeting. Contact: Craig D. Pedersen, P.O. Box 13231, Austin, Texas 78711, 512/463-7847. Filed: June 9, 1998, 2:16 p.m. TRD-9809259 Thursday, June 18, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, Room 118, 1700 North Congress Austin Board AGENDA: The Board will consider; minutes; committee, executive and financial reports; Nueces River Authority presentation; financial assistance to County of web and transfer of funds; change in original commitment to City of La Marque and City of Marque and City of Galveston; time extension to close the Terrell County Water control and Improvement District loan; authorizing joint funding agreement with USGS for graphs for Texas Strategic Mapping Program; amendment to water research contract with Lower Colorado River Authority for water quality sampling analysis; contract with UT, LBJ School of Public Affairs related to Texas/Mexico border data and information; adoption of amendments to 30 TAC Chapter 357 related to notice requirements for regional water planning groups; transfer of $2,931,621 from Texas Water Resources Finance Authority to Texas Water Development Fund II for debt service on Economically Distressed areas Program bonds; contracts for grant proposals for the initial scope of work development for regional water planning in regions C, E, G, I, O and P, and transfer of funds; action relating to funding EDAP project based upon Hidalgo County's enforcement of model political subdivision rules; financial assistance to Flo Community Water Supply Corporation, Weslaco and Military Highway Water Supply Corporation-South Tower estates; a revision to the condition of time in which to close North Alamo Water Supply Corporation loans; request from City of Donna to allow use of the pre-design funding option; policy issues and authorizing staff to proceed with preparing the Legislative appropriations Request; status of negotiations with the Environmental Protection Agency related to administrative cost cover fees of the State Water Pollution Control Revolving Fund, change in EPA policy regarding administration of the Colonia Wastewater Treatment Assistance Program and proposed related federal legislation; publication of proposed amendments to 31 TAC Chapter 357, Regional Water Planning Guidelines, concerning regional water planning for various flow conditions and providing clean-up; amendments to 31 TAC Chapter 363, Financial Assistance Programs, related to a funding system based on project priority ratings, amendment to the Intended Use Plan and establishment of the Rural Hardship Grant Program. Contact: Craig D. Pedersen, P.O. Box 13231, Austin, Texas 78711, 512/463-7847. Filed: June 10, 1998, 11:56 p.m. TRD-9809329 Texas Water Resources Finance Authority Thursday, June 18, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Stephen F. Austin Building, Room 118, 1700 North Congress Austin AGENDA: 1. Consider approval of the minutes of the meeting of May 21, 1998. 2. Consider authorizing the Development Fund Manager to transfer $2,931,621 from the Texas Water Resources Finance Authority, (TWRFA) to the Restricted Account (#356) of the Texas Water Development Fund II Economically Distressed Areas Account Program (EDAP) to pay debt service required on Economically Distressed Areas bonds in compliance with provisions of the Appropriations Act. Contact: Craig D. Pedersen, P.O. Box 13231, Austin, Texas 78711, 512/463-7847. Filed: June 10, 1998, 11:56 a.m. TRD-9809330 Texas Workforce Commission Monday, June 15, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Room 644, TWC Building, 101 East 15th Street Austin AGENDA: Discussion, consideration and possible action: (1) on the revisions to the Texas Workforce Commission strategic Plan for submission to the Office of the Governor and the Legislative Budget Board; (2) regarding the Strategic and Operational Plans submitted by Local Workforce Development Boards; (3) on the combined JTPA/Wagner Peyser State Plan, which includes the PY98 JTPA 8% Education Coordination Funding Policy; (4) on the JTPA Incentive Policy, which includes the use of UI wage records as the data base for JTPA follow-up; (5) regarding approval of JTPA/ES PY98-99 Categorical Plans; and (6) regarding recommendations to TCWEC. Contact: J. Ferris Duhon, 101 East 15th Street, Austin, Texas 78778, 512/463- 8812. Filed: June 5, 1998, 1:42 p.m. TRD-9809089 Tuesday, June 16, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Room 644, TWC Building, 101 East 15th Street Austin AGENDA: Approval of prior meeting notes: vote on minutes dated March 10, 1998, March 24, 1998, April 7, 1998, April 14, 1998; public comment; consideration and action on tax liability cases listed on Texas Workforce Commission Docket 24; General discussion and staff report concerning the Employment Service and related functions at the Texas Workforce Commission; discussion, consideration and possible action: (1) on acceptance of donations of child care matching funds; (2) on an amendments to the child care and development fund plan for Texas for the period October 1, 1997 to September 30, 1999; (3) on the adoption of the communities in schools rules (Chapter 827); and (4) relating to House Bill 2777 and the development and implementation of a plan for the intergration of services and functions relating to eligibility determination and service delivery by Health and Human Services Agencies and TWC; General discussion and staff report concerning an update on activities related to the Food Stamp Employment and Training Program; discussion, consideration and possible action: (1) regarding potential and pending applications for certification and recommendations to the Governor of Local Workforce Development Board for Certification; (2) regarding recommendations to TCWEC and status of strategic and operational plans submitted by Local Workforce Development Boards; and (3) regarding approval of Local Workforce Board or Private Industry Council Nominees; Staff report and discussion-update on activities relating to Administration Division, Finance Division, Information Systems Division, Unemployment Issuance Division, Welfare Reform Division and Workforce Division; Executive Session pursuant to: Government Code, sec.551.074 to discuss the duties and responsibilities of the executive staff and other personnel; Government Code, 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; TSEU/CWA Local 6186, AFL-CLO, Lucinda Robles and Maria Roussett v. TWC et al; Barbara Woodard v. TEC; Midfirst Bank v. Reliance Health Care et al (Enforcement of Oklahoma Judgment); and Gene E. Merchant et al v. TWC; Government Code, sec.551.071(2) concerning all matters identified in this agenda where the Commissioners seek the advice of their attorney as Privileged Communications under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas and to discuss the Open Meetings Act and the Administrative Procedure Act; Actions, if any, resulting from executive session; Consideration, discussion, questions, and possible action on: (1) whether to assume continuing jurisdiction on Unemployment Compensation cases and reconsideration of Unemployment Compensation cases, if any; and (2) higher level appeals in Unemployment Compensation cases listed on Texas Workforce Commission Docket 22, 23 and 24. Contact: J. Randel (Jerry) Hill, 101 East 15th Street, Austin, Texas 78778, 512/463-8812. Filed: June 8, 1998, 3:29 p.m. TRD-9809196 Texas Council on Workforce and Economic Competitiveness Monday, June 15, 1998, 10:00 a.m. Texas Workforce Commission, Trinity Building, Room 304, 12th and Trinity Streets Austin AGENDA: June 15, 1998 Convene Council in Open Session 10:00 a.m.-Call to order, welcome and introductions; public comment; action item: approval of minutes of April 27- 28, 1998 meeting; report on executive committee meeting with local workforce boards; action items: PY98 JTPA Incentives Policy, PY98-PY99 JTPA/ES categorical plans, combined JTPA and Wagner-Peyser Act State Plan, Local Workforce Development Board Operational Plans, Recess open session. convene council in executive session (closed meeting), --deliberations on personnel matters under section 551.074(a) of the open meetings act including (1) resignation of the council's director, and (2) replacement of the council's director and related matters; adjourn executive session. reconvene council in open session- briefing items: report on May 18, 1998, meeting of the Texas Skill Standards Board, status report on school-to-careers implementation grant, progress in development status report on strategic plan implementation, status report on council 1998-99 workplan. expenditures; informational item: status report on local workforce board plans, status report on state welfare-to-work plan, and council committee assignments; other business; adjournment at 3:00 p.m. Notice: Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or service should contact Val Blaschke, 512/936-8103 (or Relay Texas 800/735-2988), at least two days before this meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Contact: Val Blaschke, P.O. Box 2241, Austin, Texas 78768, 512/936-8103. Filed: June 5, 1998, 1:52 p.m. TRD-9809098 Tuesday, June 16, 1998, 10:00 a.m. Sam Houston State Office building, 201 East 14th Street, Room 210 Austin Apprenticeship and Training Advisory Committee AGENDA: June 16, 1998 Convene Committee in Open Session 10:00 a.m.-Call to order, welcome announcements-public comment; action item: approval of minutes of February 19, 1998; information item: update on Chapter 837.1 Apprenticeship Training-TWC proposed rules and other issues; briefing item: report from the funding subcommittee; presentation; Smart Jobs fund, Texas Department of Economic Development; presentation; skills development fund, Texas Workforce Commission; other business; closing comments; discussion of future meeting dates; adjourn at 12:30 p.m. Notice: Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or service should contact Val Blaschke, 512/936-8103 (or Relay Texas 800/735-2988), at least two days before this meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Contact: Val Blaschke, P.O. Box 2241, Austin, Texas 78768, 512/936-8103. Filed: June 5, 1998, 1:52 p.m. TRD-9809099 Regional Meetings Meetings filed June 3, 1998 Austin Transportation Study, Policy Advisory Committee met at Joe C. Thompson Conference Center, Room 2.102, 26th and Red River Austin, June 8, 1998, at 6:00 p.m. Information may be obtained Michael R. Aulick, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701, 512/499-2275. TRD-9808968. Bi-County Water Supply Corporation met at Arch Davis Road, FM 2254, Pittsburg, June 9, 1998, at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Janell Larson, P.O. Box 848, Pittsburg, Texas 75686. 903/856-5840. TRD-9808985. Brazos Valley Council of Governments, Board of Directors met at 1706 East 29th Street, Bryan, June 10, 1998, at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Nelda Thompson, P.O. Drawer 4128, Bryan, Texas 77805-4128. TRD-9808983. Central Texas Economic Development District, Executive Committee met at Ryan's Steakhouse, 301 South Valley Mills Drive, Waco, June 11, 1998, at 11:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Bruce Gaines, P.O. Box 154118, Waco, Texas 76715, 254/799-0258. TRD-9808964. Dallas Central Appraisal District Appraisal Review Board met at 2949 Floor Community Room, Dallas, June 12, 1998, at 11:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Rick Kuehler, 2949 North Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, Texas 75247, 214/631- 0520. TRD-9808984 High Plains Underground Water Conservation District Number One, Board Meeting met at 2930 Avenue Q, Board Room, Lubbock, June 9, 1998, at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from A. Wayne Wyatt, 2930 Avenue Q, Lubbock, Texas 79405, 806/762-0181. TRD-9808962. Kendall Appraisal District, Board of Directors met at 121 South Main Street, Boerne, June 9, 1998, at 6:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Leta Schlinke or Helen Tamayo, P.O. Box 788, Boerne, Texas 78006, 830/249-8012 or fax 830/249-3975. TRD-9808966. Kendall Appraisal District, Board of Directors met at 121 South Main Street, Boerne, June 9, 1998, at 6:15 p.m. Information may be obtained from Leta Schlinke or Helen Tamayo, P.O. Box 788, Boerne, Texas 78006, 830/249-8012 or fax 830/249-3975. TRD-9808967. Martin County Appraisal District, MCAD Appraisal Review Board Hearing met at 308 North St. Peter Street, Stanton, June 16, 1998, at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Doris Holland, P.O. Box 1349, Stanton, Texas 79782, 915/756-2823 or Fax 915/756-2825. TRD-9808963. Texas Municipal Power Agency, Audit and Budget Committee met at the Holiday Inn Select LBJ Northeast, Board Room, 11350 LBJ Freeway at South Jupiter, Dallas, June 9, 1998, at 10:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Carl Shahady, P.O. Box 7000, Bryan, Texas 77805, 409/873-1131. TRD-9808973. Trinity River Authority of Texas, Utility Services Committee, met at 5300 South Collins Street, Arlington, June 10, 1998, at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from James L. Murphy, P.O. Box 60, Arlington, Texas 76004, 817/467- 4343. TRD-9808960. Meetings filed on June 4, 1998 Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District, Board of Directors-Work Session met at 1124 A Regal Row, Austin, June 10, 1998, 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Bill E. Couch, 1124A Regal Row, Austin, Texas 78748, 512/282-8441 or Fax 512/282-7016. TRD-9809034. Bastrop Central Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board met at 1200 Cedar Street, Austin, June 11, 1998, at 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Dana Ripley, 1200 Cedar Street, Bastrop, Texas 78602, 512/305-3536. TRD-9808989. Bastrop Central Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board met at 1200 Cedar Street, Austin, June 16, 1998, at 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Dana Ripley, 1200 Cedar Street, Bastrop, Texas 78602, 512/305-3536. TRD-9808990. Bastrop Central Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board met at 1200 Cedar Street, Austin, June 18, 1998, at 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Dana Ripley, 1200 Cedar Street, Bastrop, Texas 76702, 512/305-3536. TRD-9808991. Bastrop Central Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board will meet at 1200 Cedar Street, Austin, June 23, 1998, at 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Dana Ripley, 1200 Cedar Street, Bastrop, Texas 76702, 512/305-3536. TRD- 9808992. Bastrop Central Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board will meet at 1200 Cedar Street, Austin, June 25, 1998, at 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Dana Ripley, 1200 Cedar Street, Bastrop, Texas 76702, 512/305-3536. TRD- 9809011. Bastrop Central Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board will meet at 1200 Cedar Street, Austin, June 30, 1998, at 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Dana Ripley, 1200 Cedar Street, Bastrop, Texas 76702, 512/305-3536. TRD- 9809010. Burnet Central Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board met at 223 South Pierce, Burnet, June 9, 1998, at 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Barbara Ratliff, P.O. Drawer E, Burnet, Texas 78611, 512/756-8291. TRD-9809041. Colorado River Municipal Water District, Board of Directors met at 400 East 24th Street, Big Spring, June 10, 1998, at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from John W. Grant, P.O. Box 869, Big Springs, Texas 79721, 915/267-6341. TRD- 9809020. Concho Valley Council of Governments, Executive Committee met at 5002 Knickerbocker Road, San Angelo, June 10, 198, at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Robert R. Weaver, P.O. Box 60050, San Angelo, Texas 76906, 915/944-9666. TRD-9809007. Dallas Housing Authority, Dallas, Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, met at the Melrose Hotel, 3015 Oaklawn Avenue, Dallas, June 11, 1998, at 8:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Mattye Jones, 3939 North Hampton Road, Dallas, Texas 75212, 214/951-8302. TRD-9808988. Edwards Aquifer Authority, Legal Committee met at 1615 North St. Mary's, San Antonio, June 9, 1998, at 2:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Mary Esther R. Cortez, 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, Texas 78212, 210/222-2204. TRD-9809040. Edwards Aquifer Authority, Board met at 1615 North St. Mary's, San Antonio, June 9, 1998, at 2:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Mary Esther R. Cortez, 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, Texas 78212, 210/222-2204. TRD- 9809039. Elm Creek, Board met at 508 Avenue E, Moody, June 8, 1998, at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Melloney Neil, P. O. Box 538, Moody, Texas 76557, 254/853-3838. TRD-9809004. El Oso Water Supply Corporation, Board of Directors met at Highway 99, Karnes City, June 9, 1998, at 7:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Carolyn Wiatrek, P.O. Box 309, Karnes City, Texas 78118, 830/780-3539. TRD-9809012. Harris County Appraisal, Appraisal Review Board met at 2800 North Loop West, Houston, June 12, 1998, at 8:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Bob Gee, 2800 North Loop West, Houston, Texas 77092, 713/957-5222. TRD-9809048. Henderson County Appraisal District, Board of Directors met at 1751 Enterprise Street, Athens, June 11, 1998, at 5:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Lori Hembree, 1751 Enterprise Street, Athens, Texas 75751, 903/675-9296. TRD- 9809009. Hockley County Appraisal District, Board of Directors met at 1103 Houston Street, Levelland, June 4, 1998, at 7:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Nick Williams, P.O. Box 1090, Levelland, Texas 79336-1090, 806/894-9654. TRD- 9809044. Kempner Water Supply Corporation, Board of Directors met at the Highway 190, Kempner Water Supply Corporation, Kempner, June 11, 1998, at 6:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Donald W. Guthrie, P.O. Box 103, Kempner, Texas 76539, 915/932-3701. TRD-9809046. Leon County Central Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board met at 114 North Commerce, Corner Highway 7 and 75, Leon County Central Appraisal District Office, Centerville, Texas 75833-0536, Leon, June 9, 1998, at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Jeff Beshears, P. O. Box 536, Centerville, Texas 75833-0536, 903/536-2252. TRD-9809015. Mason County Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board met at 210 Westmoreland, Mason, June 9, 1998, at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Deborah Geistweidt, P.O. Box 1119, Mason, Texas 76856, 915/347-5989. TRD-9809035. Mason County Appraisal District, Board of Directors met at 210 Westmoreland, Mason, June 9, 1998, at Noon. Information may be obtained from Deborah Geistweidt, P.O. Box 1119, Mason, Texas 76856, 915/347-5989. TRD-9809036. Middle Rio Grande Development Workforce Board, Planning, Monitoring and Oversight and Executive Committee Meeting met at the Holiday Inn, 920 North Getty Street, Uvalde, June 11, 1998, at 1:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Ricky McNiel, 100 West South Street, Uvalde, Texas 78801, 830/591-0141. TRD-9809006. Nortex Regional Planning Commission, Executive Committee met at the Galaxy Center, #2 North, Suite 200, 4309 Jacksboro Highway, Wichita Falls, June 18, 1998, at Noon. Information may be obtained from Dennis Wilde, P.O. Box 5144, Wichita Falls, Texas 76307-5144, 940/322-5281 or Fax 940/322-6743. TRD-9809029. Nueces River Authority, Coastal Bend Regional Water Planning Group met at TAMU Research and Extension Center, 10345 Agnes Street, Corpus Christi, June 11, 1998, at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from James A. Dodson, 6300 Ocean Drive, NRC 3100, Corpus Christi, Texas 78412, 512/980-3193. TRD-9809018. Palo Pinto Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board met at 200 Church Avenue, Palo Pinto, June 10, 1998, at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Carol Homes or Donna Rhoades, P.O. Box 250, Palo Pinto, Texas 76484, 940/659-1239. TRD-9808999. Sabine Valley Center, Board of Trustees Retreat met at 20nk Lake Cherokee (Chelsea Landing), Longview, June 12, 1998, at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Inman White, or Ann Reed, P.O. Box 6800, Longview, Texas 75608, 903/237-2362. TRD-9809003. South Plains Association of Governments, Executive Committee met at 1323 58th Street, Lubbock, June 9, 1998, at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Jerry D. Casstevens, P.O. Box 3730, Freedom Station, Lubbock, Texas 79452-3730, 806/762-8721. TRD-9808993. South Plains Association of Governments, Board of Directors met at 1323 58th Street, Lubbock, June 9, 1998, at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Jerry D. Casstevens, P.O. Box 3730, Freedom Station, Lubbock, Texas 79452-3730, 806/762-8721. TRD-9808994. Sulphur-Cypress SWCD, #419 met at 1809 West Ferguson, Mt. Pleasant, June 11, 1998, at 9:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Beverly Amerson, 1809 West Ferguson, Suite D, Mt. Pleasant, Texas 75455, 903/572-5411. TRD-9809017. Meetings filed on June 5, 1998 Archer County Appraisal District, Board of Directors met at 101 South Center, Archer City, Texas June 10, 1998, at 5:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Edward H. Trigg, P.O. Box 1141, Archer City, Texas 76351, 940/574-2172. TRD- 9809096. Austin Travis County MHMR Center, Human Resources Board Committee met at 1700 South Lamar Boulevard, Building One, Suite 102A, June 10, 1998, at 4:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Sharon Taylor, 1430 Collier Street, Austin, Texas 78704, 512/440-4030. TRD-9809097. Bosque County Central Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board met at 202 South Highway 6, Meridian, June 15, 1998, at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Janice Henry. P.O. Box 393, Meridian, Texas 76665-0393, 817/435- 2304. TRD-9809087. Coleman County Water Supply Corporation, Board of Directors met at 214 Santa Anna Avenue, Coleman, June 10, 1998, at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Davey Thweatt, 214 Santa Anna Avenue, Coleman, Texas 76834, 915/625-2133. TRD-9809052. Creedmoor Maha, WSC, Monthly Board Meeting met at 1699 Laws Road, Mustang Ridge, June 10, 1998, at 7:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Charles Laws, 1699 Laws Road, Mustang Ridge, Texas 512/243-2113. TRD-9809107. East Texas Council of Governments, Executive Committee met at 1306 Houston Street, Kilgore, June 11, 1998, at 12:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Glynn Knight, 3800 Stone Road, Kilgore, Texas 75662, 903/984-8641. TRD-9809082. East Texas Council of Governments, Executive Committee met in a revised agenda at 1306 Houston Street, Kilgore, June 11, 1998, at 12:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Glynn Knight, 3800 Stone Road, Kilgore, Texas 75662, 903/984-8641. TRD-9809111. Education Service Center Region VI, Board met at 1301 Sam Houston Avenue, Huntsville, June 11, 1998, at 5:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Bobby Roberts, 3332 Montgomery Road, Huntsville, Texas 77340, 409/295-9161. TRD- 9808108. Education Service Center Region X, Board of Directors met at 400 East Spring Valley Road, Richardson, June 10, 1998, at 12:45 p.m. Information may be obtained from Joe Farmer, 400 East Spring Valley Road, Richardson, Texas 75081, 972/349-1000. TRD-9809100. Garza Central Appraisal District, Board of Directors met at 124 East Main, Post, June 11, 1998, at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Billie Y. Windham, P.O. Drawer F, Post, Texas 79356, 806/495-3518. TRD-9809081. Gillespie Central Appraisal District, Board of Review, met at Gillespie Courthouse, County Courtroom, 101 West Main, Fredericksburg, June 10, 1998, at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Wendy J. Garza, P.O. Box 429, Fredericksburg, Texas 78624, 830/997-9807. TRD-9809091. Grayson Appraisal District, Board of Directors met at 205 North Travis, Sherman, June 17, 1998, at 4:00 p.m. Information may be . obtained from Angie Keeton, 205 North Travis, Sherman, Texas 75090, 930/893-9673. TRD-9809113. Hays County Appraisal District, Board of Directors met at 21001 North IH-35, Kyle, June 11, 1998, at 3:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Pete T. Islas, 21001 North IH 35, Kyle, Texas 78640, 512/268-2522. TRD-9809088. Hockley County Appraisal District, Board of Directors met at 1103 Houston Street, Levelland, June 8, 1998, at 7:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Nick Williams, P.O. Box 1090, Levelland, Texas 79336-1090, 806/894-9654. TRD- 9809050. Hunt County Appraisal District, Board of Directors Regular Meeting met at 4801 King Street, Greenville, June 11, 1998, at Noon. Information may be obtained from Shirley Smith, P.O. Box 1339, Greenville, Texas 75403, 903/454-3510. TRD- 9809106. Jasper County Appraisal District, Board of Directors met at 137 North Main, Jasper, June 9, 1998, at 6:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from David W. Luther, 137 North Main, Jasper, Texas 75951, 409/384-2544. TRD-9809114. Jim Wells County soil and Water Conservation District met at 2287, North Texas Boulevard, Suite 5, Alice, June 10, 1998, at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Joan D. Rumfield, 2287 North Texas Boulevard, Suite 5, Alice, Texas 78332. 512/668-8363. TRD-9809103. Appraisal District of Jones County, Board of Director met at 1137 East Court Plaza, Anson, June 18, 1998, 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Susan Holloway, P.O. Box 348, Anson, Texas 79501, 915/823-2422. TRD-9809104. Lower Colorado River Authority, LCRA Water Company, 3701 Lake Austin Boulevard, Hancock Building, Conference Room H-419, Austin, June 10, 1998, at 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Glen E. Taylor, P.O. Box 220, Austin, Texas 78767, 512/473-3371. TRD-9809112. Manville Water Supply Corporation, Regular Board Meeting met at 108 North Commerce Street, Coupland, June 11, 1998, at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Tony Graf, P.O. Box 248, Coupland, Texas 78615, 512/272-4044. TRD- 9809092. Middle Rio Grande Development Council, Executive Committee Meeting met at the Holiday Inn, Room 174/176, 209 North Getty Street, Uvalde, June 9, 1998, at 11:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Leodoro Martinez, Jr., P.O. Box 1199, Carrizo Springs, Texas 78834, 830/876-3533. TRD-9809101. Riceland Regional Mental Health Authority, Executive Committee met at 3007 North Richmond Road, Wharton, June 11, 1998, at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Marjorie Dornak, P.O. Box 869, Wharton, Texas 77488, 409/532-3098. TRD- 9809110. Meetings filed June 8, 1998 Concho Valley Workforce Development Board met at 1621 University, San Angelo, June 11, 1998, at 2:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Hayden Woodard, P.O. Box 87, Junction, Texas 76849, 915/446-2526 or Fax 915/446-3964. TRD- 9809121. Deep East Texas Council of Governments, Board of directors and Grants Application Review Committee will meet at 200 North Fredonia Street, The Fredonia Hotel, Nacogdoches, June 25, 1998, at 11:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Walter G. Diggles, 274 East Lamar Street, Jasper, Texas 75951, 409/384-5704. TRD-9809171. Dewitt County Appraisal District, Board of Directors met at 103 Bailey Street, Cuero, June 16, 1998, at 7:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Kay Rath, P.O. Box 4, Cuero, Texas 77954, 512/275-5753. TRD-9809200. Hall County Appraisal District, Appraisal District Directors met at 721 Robertson Street, Memphis, June 11, 1998, at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Anita Phillips, 721 Robertson Street, Memphis, Texas 79245, 806/259-2393. TRD-9809214. Hall County Appraisal District, Appraisal District Directors met at 721 Robertson Street, Memphis, June 11, 1998, at 8:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Anita Phillips, 721 Robertson Street, Memphis, Texas 79245, 806/259-2393. TRD-9809215. Houston-Galveston Area Council, Projects Review Committee met at 3555 Timmons Lane, Conference Room A, Second Floor, Houston, June 16, 1998, at 9:15 a.m. Information may be obtained from Rowena Ballas, 3555 Timmons Lane, Suite 500, Houston, Texas 77027, 713/627-3200. TRD-9809188. Jack County Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board met at 200 North Church Street, Jacksboro, Jack County, June 12, 1998, at 8:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Gary L. Zeitler or Tammie Morgan, P.O. Box 958, Jacksboro, Texas 76458, 940/567-6301. TRD-9809197. Johnson County Central Appraisal District, Board of Directors met at 109 North Main, Suite 201, Room 202, Cleburne, June 18, 1998, at 4:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Don Gilmore, 109 North Main, Cleburne, Texas 76031, 817/558- 8100. TRD-9809202. Middle Rio Grande Workforce Board, Planning, Monitoring and Oversight and Executive Committee , Ad-Hoc School-to-Work Committee met in a revised agenda at 920 East Main Street, Holiday Inn, Uvalde, June 11, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Ricky McNiel, 100 West South Street, Uvalde, Texas 78801, 830/591-0141. TRD-9809190. Mills County Appraisal District, Board of Directors met at Mills County Courthouse, Jury Room-Fisher Street, Goldthwaite, June 16, 1998, at 6:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Bill Presley, P.O. Box 565, Goldthwaite, Texas 76844, 915/648-2353. TRD-9809166 Texas Political Subdivisions Joint Self-Insurance Funds, Board of Trustees met at the Radison Resort South Padre Island, 500 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, June 15-17, 1998, at 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from David J. LaBrec, 901 Main Street, Suite 4300, Dallas, Texas 75202, 214/651-4752. TRD- 9809228. Region G Regional Water Planning Group will meet at the Waco Convention and Civic Center, 100 Washington, Waco, June 22, 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-9809120. Rockwall County Central Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board met in a revised agenda at 106 North San Jacinto, Rockwall, June 11, 1998, at 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Ray E. Helm, 106 North San Jacinto, Rockwall, Texas 75087, 972/771-2034. TRD-9809124. San Antonio River Authority, Real Estate Policy Guidelines Committee met at 100 East Guenther Street, Boardroom, San Antonio, June 17, 1998, at 1:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Fred N. Pfeiffer, P.O. Box 830027, San Antonio, Texas 787283-0027, 210/227-1373. TRD-9809128. San Antonio River Authority, Board of Directors met at 100 East Guenther Street, Boardroom, San Antonio, June 17, 1998, at 2:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Fred N. Pfeiffer, P.O. Box 830027, San Antonio, Texas 787283-0027, 210/227- 1373. TRD-9809129. Surplus Lines Stamping Office of Texas, Board of Directors met at the Hughes and Luce, L.L.P., 111 Congress Avenue, Suite 900, Austin, June 16, 1998, at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Charles L. Tea, Jr., P.O. Box 9906, Austin, Texas 78766, 512/346-3274. TRD-9809194. Trinity River Authority of Texas, Resources Development Committee met at 5300 South Collins Street, Arlington, June 15, 1998, at 10:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from James L. Murphy, P.O. Box 60, Arlington, Texas 76004, 817/467- 4343. TRD-9809189. Meetings filed on June 9, 1998 Ark-Texas council of Governments, Board of Directors will meet at Houston and Church Streets, Linden, June 25, 1998, at 2:15 p.m. Information may be obtained from Sandie Brown, P.O. Box 5307, Texarkana, Texas 75505, 903/832-8636. TRD- 9809273. Austin-Travis County MHMR Center, Public Relations Committee met in an emergency meeting at 1430 Collier Street, Board Room, Austin, June 10, 1998, at Noon. Reason for emergency: Items needing to be considered prior to the next Board meeting. Only time a quorum could meet. Information may be obtained from Sharon Taylor, 1430 Collier Street, Austin, Texas 78704, 512/440-4031. TRD-9809274. Deep East Texas Local Workforce Development Board, Executive Committee will meet at 300 East Shepherd, Lufkin City Hall, Room 202, Lufkin, June 19, 1998, at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Charlene Meadows, P.O. Box 1423, Lufkin, Texas 75902, 409/634-2247. TRD-9809275. Education Service Center, Region V, Board met at 1750 Highway 96 Bypass, Silsbee, June 17, 1998, 1:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Robert E. Nicks, 2295, Delaware Street, Beaumont, Texas 77703-4299, 409/838-5555. TRD- 9809257. Gray County Appraisal District, Board of Directors met at 815 North Sumner, Pampa, June 16, 1998, at 7:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Kim Hinds, P.O. Box 836, Pampa, Texas 79065, 806/665-0791. TRD-9809272. Houston-Galveston Area Council, Board of Directors met at 3555 Timmons Lane, Conference Room A, 2nd Floor, Houston, June 16, 1998, at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Mary Ward, P.O. Box 22777, Houston, Texas 77227, 713/627- 3200. TRD-9809256. Middle Rio Grande Development Workforce Board, Planning, Monitoring and Oversight and Executive Committee Meeting, Ad-Hoc School-to-Work Committee met in an emergency revised agenda at the Holiday Inn, 920 Eat Main Street, Uvalde, June 11, 1998, at 1:00 p.m. Reason for emergency: Ratification is needed on the release of RFP for the school-to-careers curriculum before awarding the contact. Information may be obtained from Ricky McNiel, 100 West South Street, Uvalde, Texas 78801, 830/591-0141. TRD-9809234. Region C, Regional Water Planning Group will meet at the Central Wastewater Plant, Trinity River Authority, 6500 West Singleton Boulevard, Grand Prairie, June 30, 1998, at 4:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Carl W. Riehn, P.O. Box 2408, Wylie, Texas 75098, 972/442-5405. TRD-9809262. Trinity River Authority of Texas, Resources Development Committee met at 5300 South Collins Street, Arlington, June 15, 1998, at 10:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from James L. Murphy, P.O. Box 60, Arlington, Texas 76004, 817/467- 4343. TRD-9809237. Trinity River Authority of Texas, Legal Committee met at 5300 South Collins Street, Arlington, June 16, 1998, at 10:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from James L. Murphy, P.O. Box 60, Arlington, Texas 76004, 817/467-4343. TRD-9809266. Meetings filed on June 10, 1998 Bell County Tax Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board will meet at 411 East Central Avenue, Belton, June 22-7, 1998, at 8:30 a.m and 1:00 p.m. (respectively.) Information may be obtained from Carl Moore, P.O. Box 390, Belton, Texas 76513, 254/939-5841. TRD-9809288. Far West Texas Water Planning Group, Public Meeting will meet at Van Horn Convention Center, 801 West Broadway, Van Horn, July 15, 1998, at 7:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Michele Maley, 1100 North Stanton, Suite 610, El Paso, Texas 79902, 915/533-0998. TRD-9809287. Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority, Board of Directors met at the Seguin Independent School District Board Room, 1221 East Kingsbury, Seguin, June 17, 1998, at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from W.E. West Jr., 933 East Court Street, Seguin, Texas 78155, 830/379-5822. TRD-9809292. Harris County Appraisal District, Board of Directors met at 2800 North Loop West, 8th Floor, Houston, June 17, 1998, at 9:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Margy Taylor, P.O. Box 920975, Houston, Texas 77292-0975, 713/957- 5291. TRD-9809331. Kendall Appraisal District, Board of Directors met at 121 South Main Street, Boerne, June 15, 1998, at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Leta Schlinke or Helen Tamayo, P.O. Box 788, Boerne, Texas 78006, 830/249-8012 or fax 830/249-3975. TRD-9809285. Liberty County Central Appraisal District, Appraisal Review Board met in a revised agenda at 315 Main Street, Liberty, June 81, 1998, at 9:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Sherry Greak, P.O. Box 10016, Liberty, Texas 77575, 409/336-5722. TRD-9809334. Middle Rio Grande Development Workforce Board, Planning, Monitoring and Oversight and Executive Committee Meeting, Ad-Hoc School-to-Work Committee met in an emergency revised agenda at the Holiday Inn, 920 Eat Main Street, Uvalde, June 11, 1998, at 1:00 p.m. Reason for emergency: Information was received from the state June 9, 1998, Board doe not meet against until August, plan needs to be at the state by the end of June. Information may be obtained from Ricky McNiel, 100 West South Street, Uvalde, Texas 78801, 830/591-0141. TRD-9809332. Montague County Tax Appraisal District, Board of Directors met at 312 Rusk Street, Montague, June 16, 1998, at 5:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from June Deaton, 312 Rusk Street, Montague, Texas 76251, 940/894-6011. TRD-9809298. North Texas Municipal Water District, Board of Directors will meet at the Administration Office, 505 East Brown Street, Wylie, June 25, 1998, at 4:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from James M. Parks, P.O. Box 2408, Wyle, Texas 75098, 972/442-5405. TRD-9809306. Plateau Water Planning Group (formerly Regional Water Planning Area: Region J) Board will meet at the American Legion Park Building, Edwards County, U.S. Highway 377, Rocksprings, June 25, 1998, at 2:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Cameron E. Cornett, Edwards County, U.S. Highway 377, Rocksprings, Texas 78880, 830/796-7260. TRD-9809327. Rio Grande Council of Governments, Board of Director's will meet at 1100 North Stanton, 6th Floor Conference Center, El Paso, June 19, 1998, at 1:00 p.m. Information may be obtained from Michele Maley, 1100 North Stanton, Suite 610, El Paso, Texas 79902, 915/533-0998. TRD-9809286. Trinity River Authority of Texas, Administration Committee met at 5300 South Collins Street, Arlington, June 17, 1998, at 10:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from James L. Murphy, P.O. Box 60, Arlington, Texas 76004, 817/467- 4343. TRD-9809301. West Central Texas Workforce Development Board, Monitoring and Evaluation Committee met at 2550 North Judge Ely Boulevard, Abilene, June 17, 1998, at 9:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Mary Ross, 1025 EN 10th Street, Abilene, Texas 79601, 915/672-8544. TRD-9809300. West Central Texas Workforce Development Board, Board met at 2550 North Judge Ely Boulevard, Abilene, June 17, 1998, at 10:00 a.m. Information may be obtained from Mary Ross, 1025 EN 10th Street, Abilene, Texas 79601, 915/672-8544. TRD- 9809299. West Central Texas Council of Governments, Regional Solid Waste Task Force Mtg. will meet at 1025 EN 10th Street July 2, 1998, at 1:30 p.m. Information may be obtained from Brad Helbert, 1025 EN 10th Street, Abilene, Texas 79601, 915/672- 8544. TRD-9809320. Wise County Appraisal District, Board will meet at 206 South State, Decatur, June 30, 1998, at 8:30 a.m. Information may be obtained from Freddie, Triplett, 206 South State, Decatur, texas 76234, 940/627-3081. TRD-9809316.