IN ADDITION The Texas Register is required by statute to publish certain documents, including applications to purchase control of state banks, notices of rate ceilings, changes in interest rate and applications to install remote service units, and consultant proposal requests and awards. To aid agencies in communicating information quickly and effectively, other information of general interest to the public is published as space allows. Coastal Coordination Council Notice and Opportunity to Comment on Requests for Consistency Agreement/Concurrence under the Texas Coastal Management Program On January 10, 1997, the State of Texas received federal approval of the Coastal Management Program (CMP) (62 Federal Register pp. 1439-1440). Under federal law, federal agency activities and actions affecting the Texas coastal zone must be consistent with the CMP goals and policies identified in 31 TAC 501. Requests for federal consistency review were received for the following projects(s) during the period of August 26, 1998, through September 1, 1998: FEDERAL AGENCY ACTIONS: Applicant: Richard Gould, Trustee; Location: The project site is located on the west side of the West Sam Houston Tollway, approximately one-eighth mile south of Tanner Road and one-tenth mile north of Clay Road, in west Harris County, Texas; Project No.: 98-0406-F1; Description of Proposed Action: The applicant proposes to fill 6.878 acres of isolated wetlands to construct a multi-use commercial/industrial development. The project site is approximately 46 acres in size. To compensate for the wetland impacts, the applicant will perform mitigation on a 14-acre site located northeast of the Highway 90 and FM 2855 intersection, west of the City of Katy, in Waller County, Texas. The applicant will maintain the integrity of the wetland structure so as to inhibit its degradation due to structural erosion. The applicant will monitor the successional progress of the constructed wetlands on a quarterly (seasonal) basis for the first year following the completion of mitigation construction or until 70 percent vegetative cover with desired wetland plant species is achieved; Type of Application: U.S.C.O.E. permit application #21384 under sec.404 of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. sec.sec.125-1387). Applicant: City of Houston; Location: The effluent from the treatment plant is discharged into unnamed ditch; thence to Berry Creek; thence to Berry Bayou; thence to Sims Bayou; thence to the Houston Ship Channel in Segment No. 1007 of the San Jacinto River Basin. The discharge is located on that water at Latitude: 29 degrees 38' 37" N, Longitude: 95 degrees 15' 45" W.; Project No.: 98-0407-F1; Description of Proposed Action: The applicant requests issuance of a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit to expire August 31, 2002; Type of Application: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency NPDES #TX0034886 under the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. sec.sec.125-1387). Applicant: City of Houston; Location: The effluent from the treatment plant is discharged into a Harris County flood control drainage ditch; thence to an unnamed tributary; thence to Clear Creek in Segment No. 1102 of the San Jacinto- Brazos Coastal Basin. The discharge is located on that water at Latitude: 29 degrees 36' 13" N, Longitude: 94 degrees 14' 13" W.; Project No.: 98-0408-F1; Description of Proposed Action: The applicant requests issuance of a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit to expire March 31, 2001; Type of Application: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency NPDES #TX0035009 under the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. sec.sec.125-1387). Applicant: City of Houston; Location: The effluent from the treatment plant is discharged into an unnamed drainage ditch; thence to Berry Bayou; thence to Sims Bayou; thence to the Houston Ship Channel in Segment No. 1007 of the San Jacinto River Basin. The discharge is located on that water at Latitude: 29 degrees 38' 51" W, Longitude: 95 degrees 13' 19" N.; Project No.: 98-0409-F1; Description of Proposed Action: The applicant requests issuance of a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit to expire August 31, 2002; Type of Application: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency NPDES #TX0063045 under the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. sec.sec.125-1387). Applicant: City of South Houston; Location: The effluent from the treatment plant is discharged into Berry Bayou which leads to Sims Bayou and then to the Houston Ship Channel/Buffalo Bayou in Segment No. 1007 of the San Jacinto River Basin. The discharge is located on that water at the following coordinates: Latitude: 29 degrees 40' 10" N, Longitude: 95 degrees 14' 05" W.; Project No.: 98-0410-F1; Description of Proposed Action: The applicant requests issuance of a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit; Type of Application: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency NPDES #TX0057304 under the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. sec.sec.125-1387). Applicant: Laguna Madre Water District; Location: The effluent from the treatment plant is discharged into Laguna Madre in Segment No. 2494 of the Bays and Estuaries. The discharge is located on that water at Latitude 26 degrees 10' 43" N and Longitude 97 degrees 10' 33" in Cameron County Texas; Project No.: 98- 0415-F1; Description of Proposed Action: The applicant requests issuance of a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit to expire June 30, 2000; Type of Application: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency NPDES #TX0023621 under the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. sec.sec.125-1387). Applicant: City of Houston, Harris Co., TXDOT, Harris Co. Flood Control District; Location: The discharges from this municipal separate storm sewer system are made directly or indirectly into Cedar Bayou (Segments 0901, 0902); San Jacinto River (Segment 1001); Lake Houston (Segment 1002); Houston Ship Channel/San Jacinto River/Buffalo Bayou (Segments 1005, 1006, 1007); Spring Creek (Segment 1008); Cypress Creek (Segment 1009); Buffalo Bayou (Segment 1014); Greens Bayou (Segment 1016); White Oak Bayou (Segment 1017); Clear Creek (Segments 1101, 1102); Armond Bayou (Segment 1113); Upper Galveston Bay (Segment 2421); Clear Lake (Segment 2425); Tabbs Bay (Segment 2426); San Jacinto Bay (Segment 2427); Black Duck Bay (Segment 2428); Scott Bay (Segment 2429); Burnet Bay (Segment 2430); Bay Port Channel (Segment 2438) and tributaries thereto which are waters of the United States classified for: Trinity-San Jacinto Coastal Basin Segments 0901, San Jacinto River Basin Segments 1005, San Jacinto- Brazos Coastal Basin Segments 1102; and Bays and Estuaries Segments 2421. The discharges are located on those waters within 1) the unincorporated portion of Harris County, 2) the incorporated city limits of the city of Houston, and 3) within the corporate boundary of the city of Pasadena only those discharges from Harris County or Harris County Flood Control District separate storm sewers, in Harris County, Texas; Project No.: 98-0416-F1; Description of Proposed Action: The applicant requests issuance of a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System; Type of Application: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency NPDES #TXS001201 under the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. sec.sec.125-1387). Applicant: City of Corpus Christi; Location: The discharge from this municipal wastewater treatment plant is made into Nueces River Tidal in Segment Number 2101 of the Nueces River Basin; and, South Lake of the Nueces Bay, via an unclassified intermittent stream, in Segment Number 2482 of the Bays and Estuaries. The discharges are located at: Latitude 27 degrees 51' 35" N, Longitude 97 degrees 34' 05" W (Outfall 001) and Latitude 27 degrees 51' 44" N, Longitude 97 degrees 33' 36" W (Outfall 002); Project No.: 98-0417-F1; Description of Proposed Action: The applicant requests issuance of a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit to expire April 30, 2000; Type of Application: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency NPDES #TX0047082 under the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. sec.sec.125-1387). Applicant: City of Port Neches; Location: Discharges from this municipal wastewater treatment plant is made into a series of Jefferson County Drainage District No. 7 Drainage Canals; thence to Alligator Bayou; thence to Taylor Bayou; thence to Jefferson County Drainage District No. 7 Outfall Canal; thence to the Intercoastal Waterway in Segment No. 0702 of the Neches Trinity Coastal Basin, a water of the United States classified for contact recreation and high quality aquatic habitat. The discharge is located on that water at the following coordinates: Latitude 29 degrees 57' 14" N and Longitude 93 degrees 56' 34" W.; Project No.: 98-0418-F1; Description of Proposed Action: The applicant requests issuance of a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit to expire June 30, 2001; Type of Application: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency NPDES #TX0022926 under the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. sec.sec.125-1387). Applicant: City of Houston; Location: The discharge from this municipal wastewater treatment plant is made into Brays Bayou; thence to the Houston Ship Channel/Buffalo Bayou Tidal in Segment No. 1007 of the San Jacinto River Basin, a water of the United States classified for industrial water supply and navigation. The discharge is located on that water at Latitude 29 degrees 43' 07" N, Longitude 95 degrees 35' 28" W.; Project No.: 98-0419-F1; Description of Proposed Action: The applicant requests issuance of a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit to expire August 31, 2002; Type of Application: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency NPDES #TX0088153 under the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. sec.sec.125-1387). Applicant: City of Beaumont; Location: The discharges from this municipal separate storm sewer system are made into Segment No. 704 of the Neches-Trinity Coastal River Basin; Segment Nos. 601 and 607 of the Neches River Basin; and tributaries thereto which are waters of the United States classified for: contact recreation; intermediate quality aquatic habitat; and public water supply. The discharges are located on those waters within the corporate boundaries of the City of Beaumont, in Jefferson County, Texas; Project No.: 98- 0420-F1; Description of Proposed Action: The applicant requests issuance of a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit; Type of Application: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency NPDES #TXS000501 under the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. sec.sec.125-1387). Pursuant to sec.306(d)(14) of the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C.A. sec.sec.1451-1464), as amended, interested parties are invited to submit comments on whether a proposed action should be referred to the Coastal Coordination Council for review and whether the action is or is not consistent with the Texas Coastal Management Program goals and policies. All comments must be received within 30 days of publication of this notice and addressed to Ms. Janet Fatheree, Council Secretary, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Room 617, Austin, Texas 78701-1495. TRD-9813921 Garry Mauro Chairman Coastal Coordination Council Filed: September 2, 1998 Comptroller of Public Accounts Notice of Consultant Contract Award In accordance with the provisions of Chapter 2254, Subchapter B of the Texas Government Code, the Comptroller of Public Accounts announce this notice of consultant contract award. The consultant proposal request was published in the July 17, 1998, issue of the Texas Register (23 TexReg 7437). The consultant will assist the Comptroller in conducting a management and performance review of the El Paso Independent School District and produce periodic progress reports and assist in producing a final report. The contract is awarded to Empirical Management Services, 8323 Southwest Freeway, Suite 510, Houston, Texas 77074. The total dollar value of the contract is not to exceed $399,990.00. The contract was executed September 1, 1998, and extends through June 30, 1999. Empirical Management Services will assist the Comptroller in preparing a final report which is due on or about March 10, 1999. TRD-9813919 Walter Muse Legal Counsel Comptroller of Public Accounts Filed: September 2, 1998 Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner Notice of Rate Ceilings The Consumer Credit Commissioner of Texas has ascertained the following rate ceilings by use of the formulas and methods described in Articles 1D.003, 1D.005, 1D.008, 1D.009, and 1E.003, Title 79, Revised Civil Statutes of Texas, as amended (Articles 5069-1D.003, 1D.005, 1D.008, 1D.009, and 1E.003 Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes) and Section 346.101. Tex. Fin. Code. The weekly ceiling as prescribed by Art. 1D.003 and 1D.009 for the period of 09/07/98-09/13/98 is 18% for Consumer1/Agricultural/Commercial2/credit thru $250,000. The weekly ceiling as prescribed by Art. 1D.003 and 1D.009 for the period of 09/07/98-09/13/98 is 18% for Commercial over $250,000. [sup] 3 for the period of 09/01/98-09/30/98 is 18% for Consumer/Agricultural/Commercial/credit thru $250,000. The monthly ceiling as prescribed by Art. 1D.005 and 1D.009 for the period of 09/01/98-09/30/98 is 18% for Commercial over $250,000. The standard quarterly rate as prescribed by Art. 1D.008 and 1D.009 for the period of 10/01/98-12/31/98 is 18% for Consumer/Agricultural/Commercial/credit thru $250,000. The standard quarterly rate as prescribed by Art. 1D.008 and 1D.009 for the period of 10/01/98 -12/31/98 is 18% for Commercial over $250,000. The retail credit card quarterly rate as prescribed by Art. 1D.0091for the period of 10/01/98-12/31/98 is 18% for Consumer/Agricultural/Commercial/credit thru $250,000. The lender credit card quarterly rate as prescribed by Sec. 346.101 Tex. Fin. Code1 for the period of 10/01/98 -12/31/98 is 14% for Consumer/Agricultural/Commercial/credit thru $250,000. [sup] 4 for the period of 10/01/98-12/31/98 is 18% for Consumer/Agricultural/Commercial/credit thru $250,000. The standard annual rate as prescribed by Art. 1D.008 and 1D.009 for the period of 10/01/98-12/31/98 is 18% for Commercial over $250,000. [sup] 1 for the period of 10/01/98-12/31/98 is 18% for Consumer/Agricultural/Commercial/credit thru $250,000. The judgment ceiling as prescribed by Art. 1E.003 for the period of 09/01/98- 09/30/98 is 10% for Consumer/Agricultural/Commercial/credit thru $250,000. The judgment ceiling as prescribed Art. 1E.003 for the period of 09/01/98- 09/30/98 is 10% for Commercial over $250,000. [sup]1Credit for personal, family or household use. [sup]2Credit for business, commercial, investment or other similar purpose. [sup]3For variable rate commercial transactions only. [sup]4Only for open-end credit as defined in Art. 5069-1B.002(14)V.T.C.S. TRD-9813847 Leslie Pettijohn Commissioner Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner Filed: September 1, 1998 East Texas Council of Governments Notice of Invitation for Offers of Consulting Services 1. This request for consulting services is filed under the provisions of the Government Code 2254. 2. Notice is given that the East Texas Council of Governments (ETCOG), grant recipient and administrative entity for the East Texas Workforce Development Board is requesting proposals for consultant services for the negotiation of a contract for the provision of one stop career center operations in the fourteen county East Texas Workforce Development Area. The specific services shall include identification of subcontract negotiation issues, cost reasonableness analysis, preparation for and participation in negotiation sessions, assistance in preparing a statement of work to be performed which will be incorporated into the subcontract with the career center operator. 3. Interested parties should contact Wendell Holcombe of ETCOG at (903) 984- 8641. Requests for the Request for Proposals document should be addressed to: East Texas Council of Governments, 3800 Stone Road, Kilgore, Texas 75662 Attention: Wendell Holcombe. 4. The closing date for the receipt of proposals is 5:00 p.m. Central Daylight Time, September 15, 1998. 5. Proposals will be reviewed by a special task force comprised of representatives of the Chief Elected Officials Board of Directors, the Workforce Development Board and the ETCOG Executive Committee. TRD-9813841 Wendell Holcombe Director-Occupational Training Programs East Texas Council of Governments Filed: September 1, 1998 Texas Education Agency Request for Proposals Concerning Outside Counsel to Provide Advice Related to the Texas Education Agency's Administration and Management of the Permanent School Fund Eligible Proposers. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is requesting proposals under Request for Proposals (RFP) #701-98-027 from individuals, corporations and organizations for services of outside counsel to provide advice related to the Texas Education Agency's administration and management of the permanent school fund. Description. Staff of the TEA, on behalf of the State Board of Education (SBOE), manage the $18 billion Permanent School Fund (PSF). During the ordinary course of managing the investment of assets for the PSF, legal questions arise that involve federal securities and New York State securities laws. In its capacity as guarantor of bonds issued by school districts throughout the state, the agency requires legal advisement regarding Securities and Exchange Commission Rules, notably Rule 15c2-12 related to bond disclosure. Services of outside legal counsel are required for the purpose of advising the agency with respect to various fiduciary issues and issues involving federal securities laws, including general rights, limitations, indemnities and claims between the TEA, its securities lending agent, custodial bank, professional service providers, and various investment brokerage and investment advisory firms with whom the agency does business. In addition, services are required in connection with the guarantee program created pursuant to the Texas Education Code, Chapter 45, Subchapter C. Dates of Project. All services and activities related to this proposal will be conducted within specified dates. Proposers should plan for a starting date of no earlier than December 15, 1998, and an ending date of no later than August 31, 1999. Project Amount. One contractor will be selected. Subsequent project funding will be based on satisfactory progress of first-year objectives and activities and on general budget approval by the commissioner of education, the attorney general and the state legislature. Selection Criteria. Proposals will be selected based on the ability of each proposer to carry out all requirements contained in this RFP. The TEA will base its selection on, among other things, the demonstrated competence and qualifications of the proposer and upon the reasonableness of the proposed fee. Counsel must be licensed to practice law in the state of Texas, be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas, have at least five years experience practicing law and at least three years experience in the field of federal securities law. The TEA reserves the right to select from the highest-ranking proposals those that address all requirements in this RFP and that are most advantageous to the project. The TEA is not obligated to execute a resulting contract, provide funds, or endorse any proposal submitted in response to this RFP. This RFP does not commit TEA to pay any costs incurred before a contract is executed. The issuance of this RFP does not obligate TEA to award a contract or pay any costs incurred in preparing a response. Requesting the Proposal. A complete copy of RFP #701-98-027 may be obtained by writing the: Document Control Center, Room 6-108, Texas Education Agency, William B. Travis Building, 1701 N. Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701, or by calling (512) 463-9304. Please refer to the RFP number in your request. Further Information. For clarifying information about this RFP, contact Dean Murray, Executive Administrator, Permanent School Fund, Texas Education Agency, (512) 463-9169. Deadline for Receipt of Proposals. Proposals must be received in the Document Control Center of the TEA by 5:00 PM(Central Time), Wednesday, October 14,1998, to be considered. TRD-9813939 Criss Cloudt Associate Commissioner, Policy Planning and Research Texas Education Agency Filed: September 2, 1998 Fire Fighters' Pension Commission Request for Proposal for Actuarial Services for the Texas Statewide Emergency Services Personnel Retirement Fund Administered by the Office of the Fire Fighters' Pension Commission. Introduction. The Office of the Fire Fighters' Pension Commission (the Office) issues this notice of request for proposal seeking an actuary to provide ongoing actuarial consultation and advisory services on technical or policy issues related to the administration of the Texas Statewide Emergency Services Personnel Retirement Fund (the Fund) on an actuarially sound basis. The selected actuary shall perform the actuarial services necessary for the Commissioner and Board of Trustees of the Office to certify the actuarial soundness of the Fund every two years as required by Article 6243e.3, sec.24, Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes. The Principal Actuary and/or Support Actuary shall be readily accessible to the Commissioner of the Office, or his designee, and the Board of Trustees. The term of the contract will run from January 1, 1999 to August 31, 2003. At the end of the fiscal year 1998, the Fund had assets with a market value of approximately $28 million. Services. The selected actuary shall prepare an actuarial valuation of the Fund at the end of each even numbered fiscal year. The Fund operates on the State of Texas fiscal year basis of September 1 through August 31. The selected actuary will prepare actuarial valuations for the fiscal years ending August 31, 2000 and 2002. If requested, the selected actuary will prepare an update of the 8/31/2000 actuarial valuation as of 2/28/2001 in support of the 2001 legislative session and an update of the 8/31/2002 actuarial valuation as of 2/28/2003 in support of the 2003 legislative session. The selected actuary shall monitor the Fund's actual experience and make recommendations to the Commissioner and the Board of Trustees of the Office regarding any significant trend deviations in expected to actual assumptions used in the valuation process. The bi-annual and limited valuations must include a detailed analysis comparing experience factors to their actuarial assumptions. The analysis shall be developed and reported to identify significant variations in actual experience from what was assumed. A material variation should be the focus of an actuarial study. At a minimum, the bi-annual actuarial valuation must include and be based on the following: (1) the applicable provisions of the State of Texas statutes; (2) the characteristics of covered active members, inactive non-retired participants, and pensioners and beneficiaries; (3) the assets of the Fund; (4) actuarial assumptions regarding participant termination, retirement, disability, death, etc.; (5) the actuarial methodology to be used and any fiscal and accounting standards and assumptions to be applied; (6) the effect of Texas legislation that has become effective since the last valuation; (7) a presentation of the actuarial present value of future benefits in accordance with GASB 25 and GASB 27 and any subsequent future standards; (8) the provision of relevant actuarial information for GASB 25 disclosure and GASB 27 historical trend information for each Member Fire Department that participates in the Fund. The valuation shall be presented in a final written report within 90 days following the fiscal year end, followed by an oral report to the Board of Trustees and must reflect the adequacy of current contribution levels, recommendations for future action, and any other items as may be directed by the Board of Trustees. The selected actuary will serve on an ongoing basis in an advisory and review capacity to the Board of Trustees, the Commissioner and Office staff. The selected actuary should anticipate attending four Board meetings annually, and additional meetings, if requested. As part of the ongoing consulting services the selected actuary will be required, upon request, to provide: (1) the actuarial and administrative implications of particular interpretations of the statutes and administrative rules governing the Fund; (2) the effect of existing and proposed state and federal laws on the Fund; (3) general assistance to the Office regarding the ongoing administration of the Fund, including calculation of benefits, and the development of procedures and forms; (4) technical advice on state and federal tax issues affecting the Fund and its members; (5) expert testimony to the Texas legislature or any body concerning the Fund in general, and, in particular, with regard to proposed funding or benefit modification; (6) special actuarial calculations required by the Board of Trustees or Commissioner; (7) actuarial analysis and technical evaluation, including pricing, of all proposed legislation, Attorney General opinions, or court cases that may affect the Fund; (8) periodic updates of tables and formulas needed to comply with IRS Section 401(a) qualification requirements;(9) other related special projects as requested including educational forums for Board members and the Commissioner. Copies of the RFP. To receive a copy of the complete RFP, contact Morris E. Sandefer, Commissioner, Office of the Fire Fighters' Pension Commission, 920 Colorado Street, Eleventh Floor, Austin, Texas 78701, Telephone (512) 936-3473; facsimile no. (512) 936-3480. Written Questions. Questions concerning the RFP may be submitted in writing, no later than September 17, 1998, to Morris E. Sandefer, Commissioner, Office of the Fire Fighters' Pension Commission, P. O. Box 12577, Austin, Texas 78711, Telephone (512) 936-3473; facsimile no. (512) 936-3480; e-mail morris.sandefer@ffpc.state.tx.us. Closing Date for Receipt of Proposals. Fifteen copies of the proposal, including two unbound copies, must be submitted in accordance with Section III of the RFP to Morris E. Sandefer, Commissioner, Office of the Fire Fighters' Pension Commission, 920 Colorado Street, 11th floor, Austin, Texas 78701 no later than 12:00 noon, CDST, on September 29, 1998. Proposals received after the deadline will not be considered by the Office and will be returned unopened, to the proposer. Evaluation Process. Proposals meeting the minimum qualifications for consideration will be evaluated and scored by a committee of the Fund's Board of Trustees. The evaluation and scoring matrix will be provided to the evaluation committee, together with any written recommendations or comments. The top ranked three proposers, as scored by the committee, will be invited to make presentations to, and be interviewed by, the Board of Trustees at a meeting that probably will be held in Austin, Texas on December 3, 1998. Ultimate selection of an actuarial service provider for the Fund is the responsibility of the Board of Trustees. The Office is not obligated to execute a contract as a result of the issuance of this RFP. The RFP does not commit the Office to pay any costs incurred before a contract is executed, nor does it obligate the Office to award a contract or pay any costs incurred in preparing a response to the RFP. TRD-9813850 Morris Sandefer Commissioner Fire Fighters' Pension Commission Filed: September 1, 1998 Texas Department of Health Designation of El Paso County Jail Annex Clinic as a Site Serving Medically Underserved Populations The Texas Department of Health (department) is required under Texas Civil Statutes, Article 4495b, sec.3.06, to designate sites serving medically underserved populations. In addition, the department is required to publish notice of its designations in the Texas Register and to provide an opportunity for public comment on the designations. Accordingly, the department has designated the following as a site serving medically underserved populations: El Paso County Jail Annex located at 12501 Montana Avenue, El Paso, Texas 79938. Designation is based on proven eligibility as a site serving a disproportionate number of clients eligible for federal, state or locally funded health care programs. Oral and written comments on this designation may be directed to Ann Henry, Bureau of State Health Data and Policy Analysis, Texas Department of Health, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756; (512) 458-7261. Comments will be accepted for 30 days from the publication date of this notice. TRD-9813861 Susan K. Steeg General Counsel Texas Department of Health Filed: September 1, 1998 Designation of El Paso County Main Jail Clinic as a Site Serving Medically Underserved Populations The Department of Health (department) is required under Texas Civil Statutes, Article 4495b, sec.3.06, to designate sites serving medically underserved populations. In addition, the department is required to publish notice of its designations in the Texas Register and to provide an opportunity for public comment on the designations. Accordingly, the department has designated the following as a site serving medically underserved populations: El Paso County Main Jail Clinic located at 601 East Overland, El Paso, Texas 79941. Designation is based on proven eligibility as a site serving a disproportionate number of clients eligible for federal, state or locally funded health care programs. Oral and written comments on this designation may be directed to Ann Henry, Bureau of State Health Data and Policy Analysis, Texas Department of Health, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756; (512) 458-7261. Comments will be accepted for 30 days from the publication date of this notice. TRD-9813860 Susan K. Steeg General Counsel Texas Department of Health Filed: September 1, 1998 Notice of Request for Proposals for Medical Transportation Services for Medicaid-Eligible Individuals to and from Allowable Medicaid Services INTRODUCTION: The Texas Department of Health (department) requests proposals for medical transportation services for state fiscal year 1999. Proposals will be reviewed and contracts will be awarded on a competitive basis. PURPOSE: The purpose of this program is to provide medical transportation services to Medicaid-eligible individuals who do not have any other means of transportation to and from an allowable Medicaid service. The department must ensure that transportation to and from Medicaid allowable medical services is available for all eligible clients in the state. The Medical Transportation Program (MTP) is responsible for providing necessary, nonemergency, ambulatory, and nonambulatory transportation services in a manner that is: (1) similar in scope and duration for all eligible clients; (2) consistent with the best interests of clients; (3) appropriate to available resources, the client's and medical facility's geographic location, and limitations of clients; (4) reasonably prompt; (5) safe; (6) cost-effective; and (7) administratively efficient. ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS: Public and private agencies, organizations, boards, educational institutions, and county and municipal governments are eligible to apply. AVAILABLE FUNDS: Medical transportation funds are provided by both federal and state sources. The amount of state funds allocated to the department is determined by the Texas Legislature. Funds are then allocated among the department's public health regions. DEADLINE: Proposals prepared according to the instructions in the Request for Proposals (RFP) must be received by the appropriate regional contact person on or before November 12, 1998, 5:00 p.m. central standard time. No facsimiles or electronic documents or devices will be accepted. EVALUATION AND AWARD CRITERIA: Each proposal will be screened for minimum eligibility and completeness. Proposals which are deemed ineligible or incomplete will not be reviewed. Proposals which arrive after the deadline will not be reviewed. Proposals will be evaluated based upon the following criteria: (1) client services (hours/days of operation, trip scheduling, accessibility, special needs, and experience); (2) administration (budget, proposed unit rate(s), service description, communication, complaints and feedback procedures); (3) vehicles (number per service area, number of nonambulatory per service area, location, condition of vehicles, communication equipment, child car seats, heater and air conditioner); (4) drivers (number and location of drivers and training); and (5) bonus points will be assigned for services above and beyond minimum requirements. FOR A COPY OF THE RFP: To request a copy of the RFP, contact the appropriate MTP regional manager listed below: Region 04, Tyler, Texas, Patsy Boggs (903) 533-5277; Region 08, San Antonio, Lupe Reyes (210) 949-2021; or Region 10, El Paso, Texas, Marta E. Saldana (915) 774-6287 TRD-9813859 Susan K. Steeg General Counsel Texas Department of Health Filed: September 1, 1998 Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs Notice of Administrative Hearing (MHD1998000353UI) Manufactured Housing Division Wednesday, September 16, 1998, 1:00 p.m. State Office of Administrative Hearing, Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 N. Congress, 11th Floor, Suite 1100 Austin, Texas AGENDA Administrative Hearing before an administrative law judge of the State Office of Administrative Hearings in the matter of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs vs. Paul Staudenmyer dba G & G Mobile Homes to hear alleged violations of the Act, sec.7(d) and the Rules sec.80.125(e) regarding obtaining, maintaining or possessing a valid installer's license. SOAH 332-98-1522. Department MHD1998000353UI. Contact: Jerry Schroeder, P.O. Box 12489, Austin, Texas 78711-2489, (512) 475- 3589. TRD-9813947 Daisy Stiner Acting Executive Director Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs Filed: September 2, 1998 Notice of Public Hearing TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS SINGLE FAMILY MORTGAGE REVENUE REFUNDING TAX-EXEMPT COMMERCIAL PAPER NOTES SERIES A AND SERIES B TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE REVENUE AND REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS SERIES 1998A, SERIES 1998B, SERIES 1998C AND SERIES 1999A Notice is hereby given of a public hearing to be held by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (the "Department") at 507 Sabine Street, Room 437, Austin, Texas, at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 7, 1998, with respect to (i) a plan of financing (the "Plan") that includes issues of single family mortgage revenue refunding tax- exempt commercial paper notes (the "Future Notes") the first of which is to be issued within one year of the date of the hearing described below and the last of which is to be issued no later than three years after the first issue of Future Notes under this Plan, and (ii) an issue of residential mortgage revenue bonds (the "Bonds") to be issued in four or more series in an aggregate face amount of not more than $165,060,000 by the Department. The Future Notes will be issued by the Department in a maximum aggregate face amount not to exceed $75 million at any given time. The proceeds of the Future Notes will be used to refund certain single family mortgage revenue bonds of the Department and thereby to facilitate recycling prepayments of single family residential mortgage loans made to eligible very low, low and moderate income first-time home buyers with the proceeds of such single family mortgage revenue bonds. Only prepayments of mortgage loans financed with proceeds of tax-exempt mortgage revenue bonds issued within ten years from the date of receipt of the prepayments will be eligible for the recycling program. A portion of the proceeds of the Bonds will be used to finance an estimated 2,000 single family residential mortgage loans made to eligible very low, low and moderate income first-time home buyers for the purchase of homes located within the State of Texas. Approximately $34,460,000 of the funds are being made available as a result of the refunding of the Department's previously-issued Single-Family Mortgage Revenue Refunding Tax-Exempt Commercial Paper Notes, Series A and Series B, thereby making funds available to make additional mortgage loans. A portion of the proceeds of the Bonds will be used to refund all of the outstanding Texas Housing Agency (predecessor to the Department) Residential Mortgage Revenue Bonds, Series 1987A and Series 1987D. For purposes of the Department's mortgage loan finance programs, eligible borrowers generally will include individuals and families whose family income does not exceed, (i) for families of three or more persons, 115% (140% in certain targeted areas) of the area median income, and (ii) for individuals and families of two persons, 100% (120% in certain targeted areas) of the area median income. The Department anticipates setting aside approximately 30% of the funds made available for borrowers of very low income (60% of area median income) for approximately one year. In addition, substantially all of the borrowers under the programs will be required to be persons who have not owned a principal residence during the preceding three years. Further, residences financed with loans under the programs will be subject to certain other limitations, including limits on the purchase prices of the residences being acquired. All the limitations described in this paragraph are subject to revision and adjustment from time to time by the Department pursuant to applicable federal law and Department policy. All interested parties are invited to attend such public hearing to express their views with respect to the Department's mortgage loan finance program and the issuance of the Future Notes and the Bonds. Questions or requests for additional information may be directed to Ed Morris at the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, 507 Sabine Street, 8th Floor, Austin, Texas 78701; (512) 475-3987. Persons who intend to appear at the hearing and express their views are invited to contact Ed Morris in writing in advance of the hearing. Any interested persons unable to attend the hearing may submit their views in writing to Ed Morris prior to the date scheduled for the hearing. TDHCA WEBSITE: www.tdhca.state.tx.us/hf.htm Individuals who require childcare to be provided at the hearing should contact Dina Gonzalez at (512) 475-3757 at least five days before the hearing so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Individuals who require auxiliary aids for the hearing should contact Gina Arenas, ADA Responsible Employee, at (512) 475-3943, or Relay Texas at 1-800- 735-2989 at least two days before the hearing so that appropriate arrangements can be made. This notice is published and the above-described hearing is to be held in satisfaction of the requirements of State law and Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, regarding the public approval prerequisite to the exclusion from gross income for federal income tax purposes of interest on the Future Notes and the Bonds. TRD-9813950 Daisy Stiner Acting Executive Director Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs Filed: September 2, 1998 Request for Proposals International Regional Economic Impact Study The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) is accepting proposals for a one year program to develop an International Regional Economic Study of economic development trends and indicators affecting housing and community development along the South Texas/Mexico border. The successful respondent will organize and analyze available information related to infrastructure and housing needs, as well as economic, labor, and business trends and indicators. The successful candidate will be required to conduct field surveys to establish future industry and business projections. The study should lead to the identification of an international regional economic development zone(s) encompassing both sides of the border and lay the foundation for a regional comprehensive economic development plan for the defined zone(s). TDHCA will utilize the study to develop policies for community development and affordable housing efforts along the South Texas/Mexico border and will share the results with the Texas Department of Economic Development for use particularly with the Texas Capital Fund. The successful candidate will be required to research available literature and establish a catalog and index of available materials. The field surveys shall be conducted on both sides of the border and shall encompass the major industries, businesses, and the support service providers operating in the region. Reproducible maps identifying the zone and location of the major industries, and businesses will be required. Interested parties should have urban planning and economic development experience, previous work experience in the region and with trans-border issues and considerable experience in developing regional community and economic development surveys and plans. TDHCA will make its selection based on the demonstrated competence, experience, knowledge and qualifications and on the reasonableness of the proposed fee for the services. TDHCA reserves the right to negotiate all elements of the proposal to ensure the best possible consideration be afforded to all concerned. TDHCA is under no obligation to execute a contract or contracts on the basis of this RFP. TDHCA reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and to resolicit in such an event. TDHCA permits proposals utilizing joint ventures of any two or more firms, if appropriate. The proposal must be received at TDHCA headquarters no later than 5 p.m. on September 30, 1998. To obtain a copy of the Request For Proposals, contact Pam Knopp at (512) 475- 3894. TRD-9813752 Larry Paul Manley Executive Director Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs Filed: August 31, 1998 Texas Department of Human Services Public Notice-Intended Use Report The Texas Department of Human Services (DHS) has published a report outlining the intended use of federal block grant funds during fiscal year 1999 for Title XX social services programs administered by DHS, the Texas Department of Health, the Texas Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation, the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services, the Texas Education Agency, and the Texas Workforce Commission. The report describes services funded through this federal source and includes a distribution-of-funds section which provides financial information on the allocation of funds to social services. Four public hearings were held around the state in April 1998 to obtain testimony on the recommended use of Title XX funds. These comments were taken into consideration by advisory committees, staff, and the Board of Human Services as they developed the operating plan for fiscal year 1999 and the legislative appropriation request for fiscal years 2000 and 2001. On July 17, 1998, the proposed Intended Use Report was made available to the public for review and comment. No written comments were received. On July 17, 1998, the Board of Human Services approved the fiscal year 1999 Operating Plan, including the use of block grant funds. Summary of Public Comments on the Intended Use Report: Increased dental care for low-income adults and children; increased health care for low-income adults and children; increased in-home and support services to children with disabilities; increased family planning services; increased coordination of services to maximize utilization; increased services to immigrants; increased family violence services; increased protective services to adults and children; increased services to assist adults and children with disabilities remain in the community; increased community mental health services; increased services to persons with mental retardation; increased services to persons with epilepsy; increased teen pregnancy prevention programs; increased at-risk services to children and their families; increased agency staffing to provide direct services; increased prescriptions to low-income adults and children; increased health and social services in rural areas; increased funding to allow clinics to remain open after hours and on weekends; increased services to migrant farm workers; increased services to illegal immigrants and their children; increased respite care services; increased housing for low-income families; increased funds to eliminate waiting lists for community services; increased residential treatment services for children; increased services to grandparents caring for children; increased prenatal services to low-income women; and increased community services for substance abuse. To obtain free copies of the report, send written requests to Chris Traylor, Federal Relations Director, Government Relations Division, Mail Code W-623, Texas Department of Human Services, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714-9030. TRD-9813912 Glenn Scott Agency Liaison Texas Department of Human Services Filed: September 2, 1998 Texas Department of Insurance Notice of Hearing The Commissioner of Insurance will hold a public hearing under Docket 2375 on Wednesday, September 23, 1998, at 9:00 a.m. in Room 102 of the William P. Hobby, Jr. State Office Building, 333 Guadalupe Street in Austin, Texas. The purpose of this hearing is to receive comments regarding the proposed amendments to sec.5.14004 and sec.5.14005, Subchapter R, Temporary Rate Reduction for Certain Lines of Insurance, 28 Tex. Admin. Code. Individuals who wish to present comments at the hearing will be asked to register immediately prior to the hearing. A formal notice of the proposed amendments to sec.5.14004 and sec.5.14005, was published in Volume 23, Number 34, of the Texas Register, on Friday, August 21, 1998. A hearing regarding the recommended percentage of rate reductions was held on Tuesday, August 25, 1998. Any comments received during the previous hearing will be considered part of the record regarding the proposed amendments. The proposed amendments and the statutory authority for the proposed amendments, was published in the August 21, 1998, issue of the Texas Register (23 TexReg 8633) TRD-9813838 Bernice Ross Deputy Chief Clerk Texas Department of Insurance Filed: September 1, 1998 Third Party Administrator Applications The following third party administrator (TPA) applications have been filed with the Texas Department of Insurance and are under consideration. Application for admission to Texas of Epitome, Inc., a foreign third party administrator. The home office is Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Application for admission to Texas of Personal Insurance Administrators, Inc., a foreign third party administrator. The home office is Thousand Oaks, California. TRD-9813926 Bernice Ross Deputy Chief Clerk Texas Department of Insurance Filed: September 2, 1998 Legislative Budget Board Schedule for Joint Budget Hearings (for the period of September 10-25, 1998) on Appropriations Requests for the 2000-2001 Biennium figure 1 figure 2 figure 3 figure 4 figure 5 figure 6 figure 7 figure 8 figure 9 figure 10 TRD-9813972 John Keel Director Legislative Budget Board Filed: September 2, 1998 Texas State Board of Medical Examiners Consultant Contract Award The Texas State Board of Medical Examiners announces this notice of award. The solicitation for bids was published in the July 24, 1998, issue of the Texas Register (23 TexReg 7648). As described in the solicitation notice, the selected vendor will assess agency operations and develop specific strategies to improve agency operations. Engagement will include Administrative, Investigations, Licensing and Hearing Departments. Areas analyzed will include current business processes, utilization of information technologies, organizational staffing, assessment of current work levels, performance reporting, document management, evaluation of enabling technologies, and impact study of physician profiling. The contract was awarded to KPMG Peat Marwick on August 24, 1998, for the amount of $86,000. TRD-9813729 Bruce A. Levy, M.D., J.D. Executive Director Texas State Board of Medical Examiners Filed: August 28, 1998 Texas Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation Medicaid Public Hearing Notice The Health and Human Services Commission and the Texas Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation will conduct a joint public hearing to receive public comment on proposed reimbursement rates for Home and Community-Based Waiver Services - OBRA (HCS-O) program effective September 1, 1998, through August 31, 1999. The joint hearing will be held in compliance with Title 1, Texas Administrative Code, sec.355.702(h), which requires a public hearing on proposed reimbursement rates for medical assistance programs. The public hearing will be held on Tuesday, September 22, 1998, at 1:30 p.m. in the auditorium of the TDMHMR Central Office building (Building 2) at 909 West 45th Street, Austin, Texas 78751. Written comments may be submitted to Reimbursement and Analysis Section, Medicaid Administration, Texas Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation, P.O. Box 12668, Austin, Texas 78711-2668, or faxed to (512) 206- 5693 by 5 p.m., Tuesday, September 22, 1998. Interested parties may obtain a copy of the reimbursement briefing package by calling the Reimbursement and Analysis Section at (512) 206-5753. Persons requiring ADA accommodation should contact Tom Wooldridge by calling (512) 206-5753, at least 72 hours prior to the hearing. Persons requiring an interpreter for the deaf or hearing impaired should contact Tom Wooldridge through the Texas Relay operator by calling 1-800-735-2988. TRD-9813782 Charles Cooper Chairman, Texas MHMR Board Texas Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation Filed: August 31, 1998 Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Notice of Opportunity to Comment on Default Orders of Administrative Enforcement Actions The Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (TNRCC or commission) Staff is providing an opportunity for written public comment on the listed Default Orders. The TNRCC Staff proposes Default Orders when the Staff has sent an Executive Director's Preliminary Report and Petition (EDPRP) to an entity outlining the alleged violations; the proposed penalty; and the proposed technical requirements necessary to bring the entity back into compliance, and the entity fails to request a hearing on the matter within 20 days of its receipt of the EDPR. Similar to the procedure followed with respect to Agreed Orders entered into by the executive director of the TNRCC pursuant to the Texas Water Code, sec.7.075, this notice of the proposed orders and the opportunity to comment is published in the Texas Register no later than the 30th day before the date on which the public comment period closes, which in this case is October 10, 1998. The TNRCC will consider any written comments received and the TNRCC may withdraw or withhold approval of a Default Order if a comment discloses facts or considerations that indicate that the proposed Default Order is inappropriate, improper, inadequate, or inconsistent with the requirements of the statutes and rules within the TNRCC's jurisdiction, or the TNRCC's orders and permits issued pursuant to the TNRCC's regulatory authority. Additional notice of changes to a proposed Default Order is not required to be published if those changes are made in response to written comments. A copy of each of the proposed Default Orders is available for public inspection at both the TNRCC's Central Office, located at 12100 Park 35 Circle, Building A, 3rd Floor, Austin, Texas 78753, (512) 239-3400 and at the applicable Regional Office listed as follows. Written comments about these Default Orders should be sent to the attorney designated for each Default Order at the TNRCC's Central Office at P.O. Box 13087, MC 175, Austin, Texas 78711-3087 and must be received by 5:00 p.m. on October 10, 1998. Written comments may also be sent by facsimile machine to the attorney at (512) 239-3434. The TNRCC attorneys are available to discuss the Default Orders and/or the comment procedure at the listed phone number; however, comments on the Default Orders should be submitted to the TNRCC in type-name="bold">writing (1)COMPANY: Mark Echols dba Just M.E. Sprinklers; DOCKET NUMBER: 97-0427-LII-E; ENF ID NUMBER: 12481; LOCATION: Coppell, Dallas County,Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: landscape irrigation system; RULES VIOLATED: Texas Water Code, sec.34.007(a) by acting as a licensed landscape irrigator or installer without proper authorization; PENALTY: $4,050; STAFF ATTORNEY: William Puplampu, Legal- Litigation Division, MC 175, (512) 239-0677; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1101 East Arkansas Lane, Arlington, Texas 76010-6499, (817) 697-6750. (2)COMPANY: Jet-Era Enterprise, Incorporated; DOCKET NUMBER: 97-0998-MWD-E; TNRCC ID NUMBER: 11578-001; LOCATION: Fairfield, Freestone County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: waste water system; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.325.2, TNRCC Permit Number 11578-001, and the June 7, 1996, TNRCC Agreed Order (Docket Number 96- 0340-MWD-E) by failing to provide certified operational coverage at the Facility from June 1996 through October 1997 and from January 1998 through April 1998; June 7, 1996, TNRCC Agreed Order (Docket Number 96-0340-MWD-E) by failing to submit a Sludge/Solids Management Plan; 30 TAC sec.305.125(17) and sec.319.1, and TNRCC Permit Number 11578-001 by failing to submit monthly effluent reports for the months of October 1996, June 1997, July 1997, August 1997, January 1998, February 1998, and March 1998; Texas Water Code, sec.26.121 and TNRCC Permit Number 13709-001 exceeded the permitted daily average limit of 20 milligrams per liter for Total Suspended Solids ; PENALTY: $17,500; STAFF ATTORNEY: Bill Jang, Legal-Litigation Division, MC 175, (512) 239-2269; REGIONAL OFFICE: 6801 Sanger Avenue, Suite 2500, Waco, Texas 76710, (254) 772-0335. (3)COMPANY: Toby Floyd; DOCKET NUMBER: 97-0988-AGR-E; ENFORCEMENT ID NUMBER: 12049; LOCATION: Stephenville, Erath County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater irrigation business; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.321.37(a)(2) and Texas Water Code, sec.26.121 by discharging wastewater into or adjacent to any water in the state without authorization from the commission; PENALTY: $6,805; STAFF ATTORNEY: William Puplampu, Legal-Litigation Division, MC 175, (512) 239-0677; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1101 East Arkansas Lane, Arlington, Texas 76010-0499, (817) 469-6750. (4)COMPANY: Jim Wurtz dba Builders Depot and Jim Wurtz, Individually; DOCKET NUMBER: 97-1080-OSI-E; ENFORCEMENT ID NUMBER: 11943; LOCATION: Tenaha, Shelby County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: two on-site sewage facilities; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.285.50(b) and Texas Health and Safety Code, sec.366.071 by installing the Facilities without holding valid certification issued by the executive director; 30 TAC sec.285.58(a)(5) and Texas Health and Safety Code, sec.366.051(c) by installing two on-site sewage facilities that were not authorized by the permitting authority; 30 TAC sec.285.58(a)(11) and Texas Health and Safety Code, sec.366.054 and sec. 366.055 by failing to inform the TNRCC Beaumont Regional Office of the date he planned to commence installing two on-site sewage facilities and failure to have the TNRCC Beaumont Regional Office inspect the two on-site sewage facilities; 30 TAC sec.285.58(a)(6) and Texas Health and Safety Code, sec.366.004 by installing two on-site sewage facilities that failed to meet the minimum criteria found in 30 TAC Chapter 285 in violation of 30 TAC sec.285.58(a)(6) and Texas Health and Safety Code, sec.366.004; 30 TAC sec.285.33(a)(1)(A) by installing the two on-site sewage facilities in unsuitable soils; 30 TAC sec.285.33(a)(1)(D) by installing an absorptive gravel-less pipe drain field that exceeded 150 feet; 30 TAC sec.285.33(b)(1)(A)by installing gravel-less pipes in Class IV soil; 30 TAC sec.285.33(b)(1)(C) by installing absorptive gravel-less pipe drain fields that were not sized in accordance with 30 TAC sec.285.33(b)(1)(A); 30 TAC sec.285.34(a) by failing to provide a two-way clean out plug between the building's plumbing and the septic tank at two sites; PENALTY: $5,250; STAFF ATTORNEY: Lisa Z. Hernandez, Legal-Litigation Division, MC 175, (512) 239-0612; REGIONAL OFFICE: 3870 Eastex Freeway, Suite 110, Beaumont, Texas 77073, (409) 898-3838. TRD-9813920 Paul C. Sarahan Director, Legal-Litigation Division Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Filed: September 2, 1998 Notice of Opportunity to Comment on Settlement Agreements of Administrative Enforcement Actions The Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (TNRCC or commission) Staff is providing an opportunity for written public comment on the listed Agreed Orders (AOs) pursuant to Texas Water Code (the Code), sec.7.075, which requires that the TNRCC may not approve these AOs unless the public has been provided an opportunity to submit written comments. Section 7.075 requires that notice of the proposed orders and of the opportunity to comment must be published in the Texas Register no later than the 30th day before the date on which the public comment period closes, which in this case is October 11, 1998. Section 7.075 also requires that the TNRCC promptly consider any written comments received and that the TNRCC may withhold approval of an AO if a comment discloses facts or considerations that indicate the proposed AO is inappropriate, improper, inadequate, or inconsistent with the requirements of the Code, the Texas Health and Safety Code (THSC), and/or the Texas Clean Air Act (the Act). Additional notice is not required if changes to an AO are made in response to written comments. A copy of each of the proposed AOs is available for public inspection at both the TNRCC's Central Office, located at 12100 Park 35 Circle, Building C, 1st Floor, Austin, Texas 78753, (512) 239-1864 and at the applicable Regional Office listed as follows. Written comments about these AOs should be sent to the enforcement coordinator designated for each AO at the TNRCC's Central Office at P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087 and must be received by 5:00 p.m. on October 11, 1998. Written comments may also be sent by facsimile machine to the enforcement coordinator at (512) 239-2550. The TNRCC enforcement coordinators are available to discuss the AOs and/or the comment procedure at the listed phone numbers; however, sec.7.075 provides that comments on the AOs should be submitted to the TNRCC in writing. (1)COMPANY: Air Liquide America Corporation; DOCKET NUMBER: 98-0347-IWD-E; IDENTIFIER: Enforcement Identification Number 12352; LOCATION: Grand Prairie, Dallas County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: air separation plant; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.305.125(2), by failing to renew a permit application on or before the expiration date; PENALTY: $7,000; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Craig Carson, (512) 239-2175; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1101 East Arkansas Lane, Arlington, Texas 76010-6499, (817) 469-6750. (2)COMPANY: Avalon Water Supply & Sewer Service Corporation; DOCKET NUMBER: 98- 0209-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER: Enforcement Identification Number 8161; LOCATION: Avalon, Ellis County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.305.125(2), Permit Number 11022-001, and the Code, sec.26.121, by failing to renew permit on or before the expiration date and by allowing the discharge of wastewater without authorization by rule, permit, or order; PENALTY: $3,750; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Merrilee Mears, (512) 239-4490; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1101 East Arkansas Lane, Arlington, Texas 76010-6499, (817) 469-6750. (3)COMPANY: City of Del Rio; DOCKET NUMBER: 97-0064-MSW-E; IDENTIFIER: Municipal Solid Waste Landfill Permit Number 207A; LOCATION: Del Rio, Val Verde County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: municipal solid waste landfill; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.330.55(a)(3), by failing to control access by maintaining a barbed wire fence around all active and completed disposal areas and by failing to install and maintain landfill markers; 30 TAC sec.330.130, by failing to complete installation of methane monitors as prescribed in the approved landfill gas management plan; 30 TAC sec.330.111, by failing to operate in accordance with the approved site operating plan and final closure plan by storing and managing waste above approved contours; PENALTY: $17,920; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Carol Piza, (512) 239-6729; REGIONAL OFFICE: 140 Heimer Road, Suite 360, San Antonio, Texas 78232-5042, (210) 490-3096. (4)COMPANY: The City of Sanger; DOCKET NUMBER: 98-0213-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER: Permit Number 10271-001; LOCATION: Sanger, Denton County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment; RULE VIOLATED: Permit Number 10271-001 and the Code, sec.26.121, by allowing an unauthorized discharge of wastewater; PENALTY: $12,500; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Laurie Eaves, (512) 239-4495; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1101 East Arkansas Lane, Arlington, Texas 76010-6499, (817) 469-6750. (5)COMPANY: Dallas County Water Control and Improvement District #6; DOCKET NUMBER: 98-0221-PWS-E; IDENTIFIER: Public Water Supply Number 0570032; LOCATION: Balch Springs, Dallas County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: drinking water system; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.290.46(g) and (s), by failing to disinfect repaired facilities, by failing to submit to an approved Texas Department of Health laboratory water samples for bacteriological analysis, and by failing to immediately issue a boil water notification to areas affected by a 12-inch main break; PENALTY: $400; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Sandy VanCleave, (512) 239-0667; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1101 East Arkansas Lane, Arlington, Texas 76010-6499, (817) 469-6750. (6)COMPANY: Diamond Shamrock Refining Company, L.P.; DOCKET NUMBER: 98-0601-IWD- E; IDENTIFIER: Permit Number 01353; LOCATION: Three Rivers, Live Oak County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment; RULE VIOLATED: Permit Number 01353 and the Code, sec.26.121, by discharging wastewater from the facility's tail water control pond without authorization; PENALTY: $6,875; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Michael Meyer, (512) 239-4492; REGIONAL OFFICE: 6300 Ocean Drive, Suite 1200, Corpus Christi, Texas 78412-5503, (512) 980-3100. (7)COMPANY: El Paso-Los Angeles Limousine Express; DOCKET NUMBER: 97-1071-PST-E; IDENTIFIER: Petroleum Storage Tank Facility Identification Number 0011846; LOCATION: El Paso, El Paso County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: bus maintenance; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.334.50(b)(1)(A) and (2)(A), by failing to provide proper release detection for its underground storage tank (UST) systems and for the pressurized piping associated with its UST systems; 30 TAC sec.334.51(b)(2)(B) and (C), by failing to provide proper spill containment and overfill prevention equipment for its UST systems; PENALTY: $1,920; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Rebecca Cervantes, (915) 778-9634; REGIONAL OFFICE: 7500 Viscount Boulevard, Suite 147, El Paso, Texas 79925-5633, (915) 778-9634. (8)COMPANY: E-Z Serve Corporation; DOCKET NUMBER: 98-0154-PWS-E; IDENTIFIER: Public Water Supply Number 0130063; LOCATION: Skidmore, Bee County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: public drinking system; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.290.106(a)(1), by failing to submit monthly water samples for bacteriological analysis; PENALTY: $3,125; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Subhash Jain, (512) 239-5867; REGIONAL OFFICE: 6300 Ocean Drive, Suite 1200, Corpus Christi, Texas 78412-5503, (512) 980-3100. (9)COMPANY: Henry Company; DOCKET NUMBER: 98-0697-AIR-E; IDENTIFIER: Account Number HX-1667-A; LOCATION: Houston, Harris County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: asphalt based sealant plant; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.116.110(a) and the THSC, sec.382.085(b) and sec.382.0518(a), by constructing and operating an asphalt based sealant plant without a permit; PENALTY: $4,000; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Miriam Hall, (512) 239-1044; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Avenue, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1486, (713) 767-3500. (10)COMPANY: Hill Country Bible Church; DOCKET NUMBER: 98-0353-EAQ-E; IDENTIFIER: Enforcement Identification Number 12375; LOCATION: Austin, Travis County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: church; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.213.4(a), by failing to submit to the TNRCC an Edwards Aquifer protection plan and sewage collection system plan and receive approval prior to initiation of construction; PENALTY: $800; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Laurie Eaves, (512) 239-4495; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1921 Cedar Bend Drive, Suite 150, Austin, Texas 78758-5336, (512) 339- 2929. (11)COMPANY: John Rafizadeh dba JR's Auto Repair; DOCKET NUMBER: 98-0568-AIR-E; IDENTIFIER: Account Number DB-4768-T; LOCATION: Garland, Dallas County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: state inspection station; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.114.50(a)(1) and the Act, 382.085(b), by issuing a motor vehicle inspection certificate without conducting all emission tests; PENALTY: $625; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Carl Schnitz, (512) 239-1892; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1101 East Arkansas Lane, Arlington, Texas 76010-6499, (817) 469-6750. (12)COMPANY: Mr. Henk Kenkhuis; DOCKET NUMBER: 98-0269-AGR-E; IDENTIFIER: Permit Number 03163; LOCATION: Dublin, Erath County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: dairy; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.321.31, Permit Number 03163, and the Code, sec.26.121, by allowing an unauthorized discharge of wastewater from the facility; PENALTY: $720; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Craig Carson, (512) 239-2175; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1101 East Arkansas Lane, Arlington, Texas 76010-6499, (817) 469-6750. (13)COMPANY: Ramez Nour dba Kwik Kar Lube and Tune; DOCKET NUMBER: 98-0120-AIR- E; IDENTIFIER: Account Number DB-4829-B; LOCATION: Irving, Dallas County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: automobile inspection station; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.114.50(e)(1) and the Act, sec.382.085(b), by issuing passing inspection stickers to vehicles that had not properly passed the emissions test; PENALTY: $1,250; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Sheila Smith, (512) 239-1670; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1101 East Arkansas Lane, Arlington, Texas 76010-6499, (817) 469-6750. (14)COMPANY: Ron and Cheryl McGlothlin; DOCKET NUMBER: 98-0030-EAQ-E; IDENTIFIER: Enforcement Identification Number 12110; LOCATION: San Marcos, Hays County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: commercial building; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.213.4(a), for failing to submit to the TNRCC an Edwards Aquifer protection plan and receive approval prior to the initiation of construction; PENALTY: $800; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Laurie Eaves, (512) 239-4495; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1921 Cedar Bend, Suite 150, Austin, Texas 78758-5336, (512) 339-2929. (15)COMPANY: Mr. Ernesto Hernandez dba Paisano Truck Stop; DOCKET NUMBER: 98- 0178-AIR-E; IDENTIFIER: Account Number EE-1054-N; LOCATION: El Paso, El Paso County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: gasoline station; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.114.100(a) and the THSC, sec.382.085(b), by supplying and/or dispensing gasoline for use as a motor vehicle fuel which failed to meet the minimum oxygen content of 2.7% by weight; PENALTY: $600; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Lawrence King, (512) 239-1405; REGIONAL OFFICE: 7500 Viscount Boulevard, Suite 147, El Paso, Texas 79925-5633, (915) 778-9634. (16)COMPANY: Prime Services dba Prime Equipment; DOCKET NUMBER: 98-0526-AIR-E; IDENTIFIER: Account Number EE-1153-K; LOCATION: El Paso, El Paso County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: equipment sales and rental store; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.114.100(a) and the THSC, sec.382.085(b), by supplying and/or dispensing gasoline for use as a motor vehicle fuel which failed to meet the minimum oxygen content of 2.7% by weight; PENALTY: $600; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Stacey Young, (512) 239-1899; REGIONAL OFFICE: 7500 Viscount Boulevard, Suite 147, El Paso, Texas 79925-5633, (915) 778-9634. (17)COMPANY: Michael Dib dba Professional Automotive; DOCKET NUMBER: 97-0815- AIR-E (Revised); IDENTIFIER: Account Number TH-0677-P; LOCATION: Austin, Travis County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: repair and refinishing shop; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.116.110(a) and the Act, sec.382.085(b) and sec.382.0518(a), by constructing and operating a repair and refinishing shop without first obtaining a permit or a permit exemption; PENALTY: $400; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Tel Croston, (512) 239-5717; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1921 Cedar Bend, Suite 150, Austin, Texas 78758-5336, (512) 339-2929. (18)COMPANY: Hsuan Yu dba Ted's Auto; DOCKET NUMBER: 98-0121-AIR-E; IDENTIFIER: Account Number DB-4830-Q; LOCATION: Richardson, Dallas County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: automobile inspection station; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.114.50(e)(1) and the Act, sec.382.085(b), by issuing passing inspection stickers to vehicles that had not properly passed the emissions test; PENALTY: $1,250; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Sheila Smith, (512) 239-1670; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1101 East Arkansas Lane, Arlington, Texas 76010-6499, (817) 469-6750. (19)COMPANY: Texas A&M University; DOCKET NUMBER: 98-0193-IWD-E; IDENTIFIER: Enforcement Identification Number 12233; LOCATION: College Station, Brazos County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: power plant; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.305.125(2) and the Code, sec.26.121, by failing to renew a permit application on or before the expiration date and by allowing an unauthorized discharge of wastewater; 30 TAC sec.334.22(a), by failing to pay annual facility fees for underground storage tanks; 30 TAC sec.334.128, by failing to pay annual facility fees for aboveground storage tanks; the THSC, sec.341.041, by failing to pay public health service fees; 30 TAC sec.335.328(a), by failing to pay annual generation fees assessed of industrial solid waste generators; and 30 TAC sec.305.504, by failing to pay annual waste treatment fees assessed against each person holding a permit; PENALTY: $3,750; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Karen Berryman, (512) 239-2172; REGIONAL OFFICE: 6801 Sanger Avenue, Suite 2500, Waco, Texas 76710-7826, (254) 751-0335. (20)COMPANY: Ms. Linda Williams; DOCKET NUMBER: 97-1147-PST-E; IDENTIFIER: Enforcement Identification Number 11883; LOCATION: Paradise, Wise County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: former retail gasoline station; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.334.54(d)(1)(B), by failing to permanently remove from service USTs which have been temporarily out of service longer than 12 months; PENALTY: $0; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Cameron Lopez, (817) 469-6750; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1101 East Arkansas Lane, Arlington, Texas 76010-6499, (817) 469-6750. TRD-9813836 Paul Sarahan Director, Legal-Litigation Division Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Filed: September 1, 1998 Notice of Public Hearing (Chapter 106, Major Source Thresholds) Notice is hereby given that under the requirements of Texas Health and Safety Code, sec.382.017 and Texas Government Code, Subchapter B, Chapter 2001, the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (commission) will conduct a public hearing to receive testimony concerning revisions to 30 TAC Chapters 106 and 116. The commission proposes the repeal of Chapter 106, Subchapter A, and new Chapter 106, Subchapter A, concerning general requirements for exemptions from permitting. The proposed repeals and new sections lower the upper emission limits for facilities to use exemptions from permitting. The subchapter is also revised to improve readability. In addition, sec.116.620, concerning Installation and Modification of Oil and Gas Facilities, is amended to replace the cross-reference to sec.106.4 in the new Subchapter A with the actual emission limits designated for each pollutant that is contained in the current rule. This change will maintain the status quo for facilities authorized under the standard permit. A public hearing on the proposal will be held October 8, 1998, at 2:00 p.m. in Room 2210 of Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Building F, located at 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin. The hearing is structured for the receipt of oral or written comments by interested persons. Individuals may present oral statements when called upon in order of registration. Open discussion will not occur during the hearing; however, an agency staff member will be available to discuss the proposal 30 minutes prior to the hearing and answer questions before and after the hearing. Comments may be submitted to Lisa Martin, Office of Policy and Regulatory Development,MC 205, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087 or faxed to (512) 239-4808. Comments must be received by 5:00 p.m., October 12, 1998, and should reference Rule Log Number 98020-106-AI. For further information, please contact Dale Beebe-Farrow, New Source Review Permits Division, (512) 239-1310, or Jim Dodds, Air Policy and Regulations Division, (512) 239-0970. Persons with disabilities who have special communication or other accommodation needs who are planning to attend the hearing should contact the agency at (512) 239-4900. Requests should be made as far in advance as possible. TRD-9813815 Margaret Hoffman Director, Environmental Law Division Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Filed: August 31, 1998 Public Notice The executive director of the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (TNRCC) by this notice is issuing a public notice of deletion (delisting) of a facility from the state registry (state Superfund registry) of sites which may constitute an imminent and substantial endangerment to public health and safety or the environment due to a release or threatened release of hazardous substances into the environment. The site which has been deleted is the Mu¤oz Borrow Pits state Superfund site which was originally placed on the state Superfund registry on January 16, 1987 (12 TexReg 205). The Mu¤oz Borrow Pits state Superfund site, including all land, structures, appurtenances, and other improvements, is 0.1 miles south of U. S. Highway 83 on the east side of State Highway 1016, in the City of Mission, Hidalgo County, Texas. In addition, the site includes any areas outside the site property boundary where hazardous substance(s) came to be located as a result, either directly or indirectly, of releases of hazardous substance(s) from the site property. The site is on the southern portion of an approximately 7.86 acre tract of land. With the removal of soil contaminated with pesticides and arsenic above cleanup levels, the site has been remediated to the degree necessary to reduce the risk to public health, safety, and the environment to acceptable levels. The property is considered appropriate for residential use according to the risk reduction standards applicable at the time of this filing. This notice is issued to finalize the deletion process which began on July 3, 1998, when the executive director of the TNRCC issued a public notice in the Texas Register (23 TexReg 7137) of TNRCC's intent to delete the Mu¤oz Borrow Pits site from the state Superfund registry, following the determination made pursuant to 30 TAC sec.335.344(c), that the site does not present an imminent and substantial endangerment to public health and safety or the environment. The notice (23 TexReg 7137) further indicated that the TNRCC shall hold a public meeting, as required by 30 TAC sec.335.344(b), if a written request is filed with the executive director of the TNRCC within 30 days, challenging the determination by the executive director made pursuant to 30 TAC sec.335.344(c). Equivalent publication of the notice (23 TexReg 7137) was also published in the July 3, 1998 edition of the Progress Times The TNRCC did not receive a request for a public meeting from any interested persons during the request period (within 30 days of publication of notice); therefore, the Mu¤oz Borrow Pits site is hereby deleted from the Texas state Superfund registry. All inquiries regarding the deletion of this site should be directed to Janie Montemayor, TNRCC Community Relations, 1-800-633-9363 (within Texas only) or 512-239-3844. TRD-9813946 Margaret Hoffman Director, Environmental Law Division Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Filed: September 2, 1998 North Texas Local Workforce Development Board Request for Proposal North Texas Local Workforce Development Board is requesting proposals for delivery of services in accordance with Section 123 of the Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA). Allowable training activities include: school-to-work transition, literacy and lifelong learning, and model programs designed to train, place, and retain women in non-traditional employment. Training must be provided by Texas Education Agency/Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board approved institutions that are either 1) accredited independent school districts, community colleges or post-secondary institutions, institutions of higher education, 2) private businesses, trade, technical or vocational schools certified by TEA, 3) the Texas State Technical College, or 4) education service centers. Participants to be served reside in 11 counties of North Texas: Archer, Baylor, Clay, Cottle, Foard, Hardeman, Jack, Montague, Wichita, Wilbarger, and Young. RFP packets will be available Tuesday, September 8, 1998. Contact Barbara A. Young, Administrative Technician, North Texas Local Workhorse Development Board, 4309 Jacksboro Highway, Suite 106, Wichita Falls, TX 76302. Call (940) 322-5281 (TDD# 1-800-RELAYTX or 1-800-735-2989) for more information. Deadline for proposal submission is 4:00 p.m., October 9, 1998. A Bidder's Conference to provide assistance in completing proposals will be held September 16, 1998, 10 a.m., Nortex Regional planning Commission, small conference room. JTPA services are offered in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity policies and auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Project operation dependent upon availability of funds from Texas Workforce Commission. TRD-9813652 Mona Williams Executive Director North Texas Local Workforce Development Board Filed: August 27, 1998 Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services Public Notice-Adult Protective Services Policy and Procedures Regarding Clients with Limited Proficiency and Impaired Sensory or Speaking Skills The Adult Protective Services (APS) program of the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services (PRS) has two major components, In-home, or community- based investigations and services, known as "APS," and Facility Investigations, or investigations in Texas Department of Mental Health Mental Retardation (MHMR) facilities and community MHMR centers. To receive protective services, an individual must be elderly or disabled and be reported to be in a state of abuse, neglect, or exploitation. Use of Interpreter Services: Federal law requires state programs receiving federal funds to provide appropriate interpreter services to limited English proficient and sensory impaired clients. The APS handbooks for facility investigations (as issued December 15, 1997) and for in-home investigations and services (as revised effective July 1, 1998) contain specific policy and procedures related to serving persons with limited English proficiency (LEP) and impaired sensory or speaking skills. These are as follows. When conducting investigations of suspected instances of abuse or neglect, the investigator or case worker shall ensure that the investigation not be subject to delays or interference with any actions necessary to protect a person served from harm or risk of harm, and is required to clearly identify any person served or other principle in a case in need of interpreter services and document all reasonable efforts to acquire the service in the client's case record. Who May Provide Interpreter Services: When a principle in a case has limited proficiency in English, APS staff make reasonable efforts to provide information and communicate service availability to the client and alleged perpetrator(s) using: bilingual PRS workers, other qualified translators, such as a speech pathologist with no conflicts of interest, sign language interpreters, pictures or objects and bilingual brochures, communication devices, and forms or other materials printed in the principle's preferred language. Ideally, the interpreter will be a professional trained as an interpreter or an APS investigator, caseworker, or supervisor fluent in the client's preferred language. If the only option is a family member, the investigator or caseworker should ensure that this person is not involved in the case. In investigations regarding persons with LEP served in MHMR settings, facility staff are not used as interpreters unless they are unrelated to the case and are qualified to provide the interpreter service. Service Provision: APS efforts are intended to insure that principles with LEP or with hearing, visual, or speech impairments understand all significant APS actions at each stage of the case, including investigation, service planning, service delivery, judicial proceedings, alternative placement, and emergency client services. Cost of the Services: The investigator obtains interpreter services at no cost to the person served. Regional management staff will ensure that their staff develop local resources to provide interpreter services upon request from volunteers. If the service is not available through volunteers, the cost shall be borne by the department. Confidentiality: When a non-APS interpreter or translator is used, the confidentiality of case information shall be maintained. Contact Person: For additional information regarding LEP services, please contact Steve Casills, Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services, Adult Protective Services Program, mail code E-561, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714- 9030, phone number 512-438-5506, or email to casills@auste654b.aust.tdprs.state.tx.us. TRD-9813880 C. Ed Davis Deputy Commissioner for Legal Services Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services Filed: September 1, 1998 Public Utility Commission of Texas Applications to Introduce New or Modified Rates or Terms Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule sec.23.25 Notice is given to the public of an application filed with the Public Utility Commission of Texas on August 27, 1998 to introduce new or modified rates or terms pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule sec.23.25, Procedures Applicable to Chapter 58-Electing Incumbent Local Exchange Companies (ILECs). Tariff Title and Number: Southwestern Bell Company Notification to Introduce a New Billing Option Called Smart Payment Plan, Pursuant to Substantive Rule sec.23.25. Tariff Control Number 19802. The Application: Southwestern Bell Company (SWBT) proposes to introduce a new billing option called Smart Payment Plan. Smart Payment Plan allows business customers the option to pre-pay for either a three- or five-year period their monthly recurring phone charges for flat rate business lines and analog trunks. The full payment for the term of the agreement is due up front and adjusted by SWBT's cost of money. This adjustment reflects the standard financial assumption of the net present value of a dollar. This payment option is revenue neutral. There are no price changes or changes in costs for services offered under Smart Payment Plan. This plan provides a versatile payment option to meet the needs of business customers. It provides these customers rate stability, payment consolidation, time value of money benefits and the opportunity for tax advantages. The Smart Payment Plan allows customers the ability to add, move and reduce services within limits. Customers are also able to extend the agreement for one additional 12 month period. The plan provides for a "Discontinuance Settlement" if the customer terminates the agreement early. The amount of the settlement is less than the full value of the services remaining at the time of termination. The customer will not be billed additional charges for early termination. Persons who wish to intervene in this proceeding should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, by mail at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711- 3326, or call the commission's Office of Customer Protection at (512) 936-7120 by September 17, 1998. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136. TRD-9813902 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: September 1, 1998 Notice is given to the public of an application filed with the Public Utility Commission of Texas on August 26, 1998 to introduce new or modified rates or terms pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule sec.23.25, Procedures Applicable to Chapter 58-Electing Incumbent Local Exchange Companies (ILECs). Tariff Title and Number: Application of Southwestern Bell Telephone Company (SWBT) to Institute Promotional Rates for Residence Customers in Texas, Who Subscribe to Speed Calling 8 and Speed Calling 30 Services Between September 15, 1998 and October 29, 1998, Pursuant to Substantive Rule sec.23.25. Tariff Control Number 19794. The Application: SWBT proposes to institute promotional rates for residence customers in Texas, who subscribe to Speed Calling 8 service and for business customers in Texas, who subscribe to Speed Calling 30 service between September 15, 1998 and October 29, 1998. During the promotional period, new residence subscribers of Speed Calling 8 and new business subscribers of Speed Calling 30 will receive a waiver of installation charges and a credit equal to two months of the monthly recurring rates. Eligible customers are those who do not already subscribe to Speed Calling 8 (residence) or Speed Calling 30 (business). There is a 60 day retention requirement associated with this offer. Persons who wish to intervene in this proceeding should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, by mail at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711- 3326, or call the commission's Office of Customer Protection at (512) 936-7120 by September 17, 1998. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136. TRD-9813903 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission Filed: September 1, 1998 Notice is given to the public of an application filed with the Public Utility Commission of Texas on August 28, 1998 to introduce new or modified rates or terms pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule sec.23.25, Procedures Applicable to Chapter 58-Electing Incumbent Local Exchange Companies (ILECs). Tariff Title and Number: Notification of Southwestern Bell Telephone Company (SWBT) to Introduce New Optional Features and Institute Promotional Rates for SmartTrunk Service, Pursuant to Substantive Rule sec.23.25. Tariff Control Number 19807. The Application: SWBT proposes to introduce three new optional features for SmartTrunk Services called Enhanced Alternate Route, Inform 911 and Station Record Detail. SWBT will also institute promotional rates for these new services between September 28, 1998 through December 19, 1998. SWBT will offer Enhanced Alternate Route, Inform 911 and Station Record Detail to all current and potential SmartTrunk customers. Enhanced Alternate Route allows the customer the flexibility to establish efficient alternate routes for directing calls during peak periods, network/CPE failures or disaster periods. Inform 911 will allow the transmission of the calling party number of the calling station, rather than the billing number, to be sent to the E911 database. Station Record Detail will provide the customer with the station number of all originating calls on the customer's bill so that call information can be tracked at a station level. During the promotional period, installation charges will be waived for Enhanced Alternate Route, Inform 911 and Station Record Detail optional features. Persons who wish to intervene in this proceeding should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, by mail at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711- 3326, or call the commission's Office of Customer Protection at (512) 936-7120 by September 17, 1998. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136. TRD-9813905 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: September 1, 1998 Notice of Application for Amendment to Service Provider Certificate of Operating Authority On August 27, 1998, TeleNetwork, Inc., filed an application with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) to amend its service provider certificate of operating authority (SPCOA) granted in SPCOA Certificate Number 60095. Applicant intends to remove the resale only restriction and expand its geographic area to include the entire state of Texas. The Application: Application of TeleNetwork, Inc., for an Amendment to its Service Provider Certificate of Operating Authority, Docket Number 19801. Persons with questions about this docket, or who wish to intervene or otherwise participate in these proceedings should make appropriate filings or comments to the commission at the Public Utility Commission of Texas, at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326 no later than September 16, 1998. You may contact the PUC Office of Customer Protection at (512) 936-7120. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936- 7136. All correspondence should refer to Docket Number 19801. TRD-9813890 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: September 1, 1998 Notices of Application for Service Provider Certificate of Operating Authority Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas of an application on August 24, 1998, for a service provider certificate of operating authority (SPCOA), pursuant to sec.sec.54.154-54.159 of the Public Utility Regulatory Act (PURA). A summary of the application follows. Docket Title and Number: Application of United Technological Systems, Inc., d/b/a Uni-Tel for a Service Provider Certificate of Operating Authority, Docket Number 19787 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas. Applicant intends to resell the existing services of the incumbent local exchange carriers where available. Applicant's requested SPCOA geographic area includes the entire state of Texas. Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Office of Customer Protection at (512) 936-7120 no later than September 9, 1998. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136. TRD-9813886 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: September 1, 1998 Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas of an application on August 25, 1998, for a service provider certificate of operating authority (SPCOA), pursuant to sec.sec.54.154-54.159 of the Public Utility Regulatory Act (PURA). A summary of the application follows. Docket Title and Number: Application of ClearSource, Inc., for a Service Provider Certificate of Operating Authority, Docket Number 19790 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas. Applicant intends to provide local exchange, long distance, access service, high speed data, video services, and 9-1-1 emergency services. Applicant's requested SPCOA geographic area includes the entire state of Texas. Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Office of Customer Protection at (512) 936-7120 no later than September 16, 1998. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136. TRD-9813887 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: September 1, 1998 Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas of an application on August 26, 1998, for a service provider certificate of operating authority (SPCOA), pursuant to sec. sec.54.154 - 54.159 of the Public Utility Regulatory Act (PURA). A summary of the application follows. Docket Title and Number: Application of VarTec Telecom, Inc., for a Service Provider Certificate of Operating Authority, Docket Number 19745 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas. Applicant intends to provide local exchange services to customers in Texas, including, but not limited to, dial tone, Caller ID, three-way calling, call waiting, call blocking, call screening, telephone line number calling cards, call return, busy line verification and emergency line interruption. Applicant's requested SPCOA geographic area includes the entire state of Texas. Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Office of Customer Protection at (512) 936-7120 no later than September 16, 1998. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136. TRD-9813888 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: September 1, 1998 Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas of an application on August 28, 1998, for a service provider certificate of operating authority (SPCOA), pursuant to sec.sec.54.154-54.159 of the Public Utility Regulatory Act (PURA). A summary of the application follows. Docket Title and Number: Application of United States Telecommunications, Inc., d/b/a TelCom Plus for a Service Provider Certificate of Operating Authority, Docket Number 19805 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas. Applicant intends to provide resold flat rate, basic local exchange services, including extended area service, toll restriction, call control options, tone dialing, custom calling services, and any other services available on a resold basis from the underlying incumbent local exchange carriers. Applicant's requested SPCOA geographic area includes the entire state of Texas. Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Office of Customer Protection at (512) 936-7120 no later than September 16, 1998. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136. TRD-9813904 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: September 1, 1998 Notices of Application to Amend Certificate of Convenience and Necessity Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas of an application on August 21, 1998, to amend a certificate of convenience and necessity pursuant to sec.sec. 14.001, 32.001, 36.001, 37.051, and 37.054, 37.056, 37.057, 37.058 of the Public Utility Regulatory Act, TEX. UTIL. CODE ANN.(Vernon 1998) (PURA). A summary of the application follows. Docket Title and Number: Application of Southwestern Public Service Company (SPS) to Amend a Certificate of Convenience and Necessity to Construct Proposed Transmission Lines within Deaf Smith County, Docket Number 19780 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas. The Application: In Docket Number 19780, SPS requests approval to construct the proposed project. The proposed project consists of four components: 1) construct 1.1 miles of 115/69-kV double-circuit transmission line; 2) rebuild 1.2 miles of existing 115/69-kV double- circuit transmission line to 115/115/69-kV triple- circuit transmission line; 3) reconfigure 0.4 miles of 115-kV double-circuit transmission line to single-circuit operation; and 4) construct a 115/69-kV interchange one mile east of the City of Hereford, Texas. The proposed transmission lines and interchange is being constructed in order for SPS to continue providing reliable electric power to the area around the city of Hereford, Texas. The proposed transmission lines and interchange will provide additional voltage support and satisfy load growth in this area of SPS' service territory. Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, at P. O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Office of Customer Protection at (512) 936-7120 within 15 days of this notice. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136. TRD-9813885 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: September 1, 1998 Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas of an application on August 25, 1998, to amend a certificate of convenience and necessity pursuant to sec.sec. 14.001, 32.001, 36.001, 37.051, and 37.054, 37.056, 37.057, 37.058 of the Public Utility Regulatory Act, TEX. UTIL. CODE ANN.(Vernon 1998) (PURA). A summary of the application follows. Docket Title and Number: Application of Austin Energy/City of Austin (Austin Energy) to Amend Certificated Service Area Boundaries within Travis County, Docket Number 19791 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas. The Application: In Docket Number 19791, Austin Energy requests a service area boundary change with Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. (PEC) in order to provide electric service to City of Austin's Four Point Firestation/EMS facility in Travis County. Austin Energy has distribution facilities 100 feet from the firestation, whereas PEC's nearest facilities are approximately 0.5 miles from the firestation in an area considered habitat for the Golden Cheeked Warbler. Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call the commission's Office of Customer Protection at (512) 936-7120 within 15 days of this notice. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136. TRD-9813889 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: September 1, 1998 Notice of Intent to File Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule sec.23.27 Notice is given to the public of the intent to file with the Public Utility Commission of Texas of an application pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule sec.23.27 for a customer-specific contract to provide ATM/UNI Service to the Lewisville Independent School District (ISD) in Lewisville, Texas. Tariff Title and Number: GTE Southwest, Inc.'s (GTESW) Notice of Intent to File a Customer-Specific Contract for Lewisville ISD Pursuant to P.U.C. Substantive Rule sec.23.27. Tariff Control Number 19808. The Application: GTESW is requesting approval to provide Asynchronous Transfer Mode/User-to-network Interface (ATM/UNI) Service to the Lewisville ISD located in Lewisville, Texas. GTESW intends to file this application around September 8, 1998. The ATM/UNI service which GTESW proposes to offer the Lewisville ISD is a high-speed private line service. ATM service offers a customer the unique ability to combine multiple service types - voice, video and data onto a single physical access circuit. UNI is used as an interface between the ATM customer's premise equipment and the GTESW ATM network (central office) switch. The UNI configuration allows a customer to gain access to the ATM cloud at rates of 1.544 Mbps, 45 Mbps, 155 Mbps and 622 Mbps. Each customer location requires only one access line to the ATM cloud since ATM allows multiple logical channels to be defined on one physical connection. The customer, Lewisville ISD, will be provided with ATM/UNI services to twelve customer locations. GTESW proposes to offer this service in the Lewisville, Texas exchange. Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, by mail at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711- 3326, or call the commission's Office of Customer Protection at (512) 936-7120. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136. TRD-9813906 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: September 1, 1998 Public Notice of Amendment to Interconnection Agreement On August 27, 1998, Southwestern Bell Telephone Company and ETS Telephone Company, Inc. (formerly Kingsgate Telephone, Inc.), collectively referred to as applicants, filed a joint application for approval of an amendment to an existing interconnection agreement under sec. 252(i) of the federal Telecommunications Act of 1996, Public Law Number 104-104, 110 Statute 56, (codified as amended in scattered sections of 15 and 47 United States Code) (FTA) and the Public Utility Regulatory Act, Texas Utilities Code Annotated sec.sec. 11.001-63.063 (Vernon 1998) (PURA). The joint application has been designated Docket Number 19803. The joint application and the underlying interconnection agreement are available for public inspection at the commission's offices in Austin, Texas. The commission must act to approve the interconnection agreement within 35 days after it is submitted by the parties. The commission finds that additional public comment should be allowed before the commission issues a final decision approving or rejecting the amendment to the interconnection agreement. Any interested person may file written comments on the joint application by filing 13 copies of the comments with the commission's filing clerk. Additionally, a copy of the comments should be served on each of the applicants. The comments should specifically refer to Docket Number 19803. As a part of the comments, an interested person may request that a public hearing be conducted. The comments, including any request for public hearing, shall be filed by September 28, 1998, and shall include: 1) a detailed statement of the person's interests in the agreement, including a description of how approval of the agreement may adversely affect those interests; 2) specific allegations that the agreement, or some portion thereof: a) discriminates against a telecommunications carrier that is not a party to the agreement; or b) is not consistent with the public interest, convenience, and necessity; or c) is not consistent with other requirements of state law; and 3) the specific facts upon which the allegations are based. After reviewing any comments, the commission will issue a notice of approval, denial, or determine whether to conduct further proceedings concerning the joint application. The commission shall have the authority given to a presiding officer pursuant to P.U.C. Procedural Rule sec.22.202. The commission may identify issues raised by the joint application and comments and establish a schedule for addressing those issues, including the submission of evidence by the applicants, if necessary, and briefing and oral argument. The commission may conduct a public hearing. Interested persons who file comments are not entitled to participate as intervenors in the public hearing. Persons with questions about this project or who wish to comment on the joint application should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, 1701 North Congress Avenue, P. O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326. You may call the Public Utility Commission Office of Customer Protection at (512) 936-7120. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephones (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136. All correspondence should refer to Docket Number 19803. TRD-9813901 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: September 1, 1998 Public Notice of Interconnection Agreement On August 21, 1998, United Telephone Company of Texas, Inc. d/b/a Sprint, Central Telephone Company of Texas d/b/a Sprint (collectively, Sprint) and Transtar Communications, LLC, collectively referred to as applicants, filed a joint application for approval of an interconnection agreement under the federal Telecommunications Act of 1996, Public Law Number 104-104, 110 Statute 56, (codified as amended in scattered sections of 15 and 47 United States Code) (FTA) and the Public Utility Regulatory Act, Texas Utilities Code Annotated sec.sec. 11.001-63.063 (Vernon 1998) (PURA). The joint application has been designated Docket Number 19781. The joint application and the underlying interconnection agreement are available for public inspection at the commission's offices in Austin, Texas. The FTA authorizes the commission to review and approve any interconnection agreement adopted by negotiation of the parties. Pursuant to FTA sec.252(e)(2) the commission may reject any agreement if it finds that the agreement discriminates against a telecommunications carrier not a party to the agreement, or that implementation of the agreement, or any portion thereof, is not consistent with the public interest, convenience, and necessity. Additionally, under FTA sec.252(e)(3), the commission may establish or enforce other requirements of state law in its review of the agreement, including requiring compliance with intrastate telecommunications service quality standards or requirements. The commission must act to approve the agreement within 90 days after it is submitted by the parties. The parties have requested expedited review of this application. The commission finds that additional public comment should be allowed before the commission issues a final decision approving or rejecting the interconnection agreement. Any interested person may file written comments on the joint application by filing 13 copies of the comments with the commission's filing clerk. Additionally, a copy of the comments should be served on each of the applicants. The comments should specifically refer to Docket Number 19781. As a part of the comments, an interested person may request that a public hearing be conducted. The comments, including any request for public hearing, shall be filed by September 28, 1998, and shall include: 1) a detailed statement of the person's interests in the agreement, including a description of how approval of the agreement may adversely affect those interests; 2) specific allegations that the agreement, or some portion thereof: a) discriminates against a telecommunications carrier that is not a party to the agreement; or b) is not consistent with the public interest, convenience, and necessity; or c) is not consistent with other requirements of state law; and 3) the specific facts upon which the allegations are based. After reviewing any comments, the commission will determine whether to conduct further proceedings concerning the joint application. The commission shall have the authority given to a presiding officer pursuant to P.U.C. Procedural Rule sec.22.202. The commission may identify issues raised by the joint application and comments and establish a schedule for addressing those issues, including the submission of evidence by the applicants, if necessary, and briefing and oral argument. The commission may conduct a public hearing. Interested persons who file comments are not entitled to participate as intervenors in the public hearing. Persons with questions about this docket or who wish to comment on the application should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, 1701 North Congress Avenue, P. O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326. You may call the Public Utility Commission Office of Customer Protection at (512) 936-7120. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephones (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136. All correspondence should refer to Docket Number 19781. TRD-9813891 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission Filed: September 1, 1998 Southwest Texas State University Request for Proposals Southwest Texas State University is accepting proposals on October 2, 1998 for the long term lease of its land at the intersection of IH 35 and McCarty Lane in San Marcos, Texas. The property consists of 246.5 acres and is just north of the San Marcos Factory Shops and Outlet Mall. Please contact Ms. Kathy Voges, Director, Auxiliary Services, Southwest Texas State University, 601 University Drive, San Marcos, Texas 78666 for additional information or contact her at 512-245-2585. TRD-9813753 William A. Nance Vice President for Finance & Support Services Southwest Texas State University Filed: August 31, 1998 Texas Turnpike Authority Division of the Texas Department of Transportation Notice of Intent Pursuant to Title 43, Texas Administrative Code, sec.sec.52.1 - 52.8, concerning Environmental Review and Public Involvement, the Texas Turnpike Authority Division of the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is issuing this notice to advise the public that the scope (project limits) of the environmental impact statement (EIS) for the proposed State Highway 45 project in Travis and Williamson Counties, Texas, will be revised. This notice also serves to inform the public that the proposed project has been identified as a toll road candidate. Accordingly, TxDOT has assigned project development responsibilities to its Turnpike Authority Division (TTA). This notice amends the NOI for proposed State Highway 45 that was published in the October 17, 1997, issue of the Texas Register (22 TexReg 10470). The TTA, in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), will prepare a draft environmental impact statement (EIS) on a proposal to construct State Highway 45 from Farm-to-Market Road 685 north of Pflugerville, Texas, westerly to Farm-to-Market Road 2769 (Anderson Mill Road). The proposed project will include, west of Anderson Mill Road, a transition back to existing Ranch- to-Market Road 620. The total length of the proposed facility, including the transitional area west of Anderson Mill Road, is 26.1 kilometers (16.2 miles). As initially planned SH 45 was to extend from FM 685 north of Pflugerville, Texas, westerly to a termini at U.S. Highway 183 (a distance of approximately 22.5 kilometers or 14 miles) with a 1.1 kilometer (0.7 mile) transition to existing Ranch-to-Market Road 620. Based on preliminary traffic and engineering analyses, it was determined that the western project terminus and 1.1 kilometer (0.7 mile) transitional area, as originally proposed, would not provide for efficient dissipation of traffic demand and would, in fact, contribute to congestion on US 183, Anderson Mill Road and RM 620. To provide for efficient traffic movement in the western portion of the project area, it is necessary to extend the western project limit to Anderson Mill Road (Ranch-to-Market Road 2769). West of Anderson Mill Road the proposed facility will be transitioned back to existing RM 620. The environmental impact statement for proposed State Highway 45 will address the entire 26.1 kilometer (16.2 mile) length of the revised limits of State Highway 45 which includes the transitional area west of Anderson Mill Road. As currently envisioned, between Anderson Mill Road in southwest Williamson County and proposed State Highway 130 in northeast Travis County, the proposed facility will be initially constructed and operated as a controlled access toll road. Frontage roads will be provided in some areas, but will not be continuous throughout the length of the proposed project. Between Anderson Mill Road and proposed State Highway 130 the ultimate facility design is anticipated to be a six-lane controlled access freeway with frontage roads. From State Highway 130 to FM 685, the eastern project termini, the proposed facility will be a non-toll 4-lane divided highway. In conjunction with preparation of the EIS for State Highway 45 and selection of a preferred alternative, the TTA will conduct a toll feasibility study to evaluate the viability of developing the selected alternative as a toll road (except in the area east of proposed State Highway 130) and financing it, in whole or in part, through the issuance of revenue bonds. The toll road designation will not influence the selection of a preferred alternative. Proposed alternatives, including alternative alignments, will be evaluated for how well they meet the established purpose and need for the proposed project. Any impacts owing to the toll road designation will be discussed in the environmental impact statement. On October 7, 1998, the TTA will conduct a public meeting to discuss the proposed State Highway 45 project. The purpose of the public meeting will be to receive comments on the proposed project. During the public meeting, particular emphasis will be placed upon the portion of the proposed facility to be located within the expanded project limits. The meeting will be held at Noel Grisham Middle School, 10805 School House Lane, Austin, Texas 78750. From 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., displays showing the preliminary alternatives corridors will be available for review. During this time, TTA staff will be available to answer questions. At 7:00 p.m. there will be a formal project presentation followed by a public comment period. All interested citizens are invited to attend this meeting. A public hearing will be held after publication of the Draft EIS. Public notice will be given of the time and place of the hearing. The Draft EIS will be available for public and agency review and comment prior to the public hearing. To ensure that the full range of issues related to this proposed action are addressed, and all significant issues identified, and to continue the scoping process for the project, comments and suggestions are invited from all interested parties. Agency Contact: Comments or questions concerning the proposed action and the EIS should be directed to Stacey Benningfield, Environmental Manager, Texas Turnpike Authority Division, Texas Department of Transportation, 125 E. 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 936-0983. TRD-9813941 James W. Griffin, P.E. Interim Director Texas Turnpike Authority Division of the Texas Department of Transportation Filed: September 2, 1998 Texas Commission on Volunteerism and Community Services Notice of Request for Proposals The Texas Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service issues a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the purpose of subgranting funds to community based organizations (CBO's) to sponsor AmeriCorps Promise Fellows who will help implement programs in support of the five goals for children and youth set at the Presidents' Summit for America's Future. These grants, in the aggregate, will support 20 Fellows. These Fellows will spend one year serving with CBO's that are committed to helping to meet one or more of the five goals of the Presidents' Summit. Each fellow will receive $10,000 of their annual $13,000 living allowance from the Texas Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service. Host agencies will be required to make a $5,000 match to cover additional expenses. Each Fellow who successfully completes a term of service will receive the $4,725 AmeriCorps Education Award funded through the Corporation for National Service. Last year in Philadelphia, President Clinton, former Presidents Bush, Carter, and Ford, Mrs. Nancy Reagan, and General Colin Powell, with the endorsement of many governors, mayors, and leaders of the independent sector, declared: "We have a special obligation to America's children to see that all young Americans have: 1. Caring adults in their lives, as parents, mentors, tutors, coaches; 2. Safe places with structured activities in which to learn and grow; 3. A healthy start and a healthy future; 4. An effective education that equips them with marketable skills; and 5. An opportunity to give back to their communities through their own service. These five goals are now the five fundamental resources sought by America's Promise - The Alliance for Youth, the organization following up on the goals of the Presidents' Summit This new Fellowship program will provide local communities with additional and unique support to help carry out their plans to provide America's children with these five fundamental resources Eligible Proposers: Texas Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service will consider proposals from community-based organizations and public or private non- profit entities. Contact: Interested parties should fax a one page request for an RFP to (512) 463-1861, to be received no later than 12:00 noon CST, September 25, 1998. The request should include organization name, contact person, address, and phone number. Contact Texas Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service for more information (512) 463-1861. The RFP will be available on September 11, 1998 or as soon thereafter as possible. Closing Date: Proposals must be received by Texas Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service no later than 5:00 p.m. CST on Thursday, October 15, 1998. Hand deliveries and Overnight Mail should be sent to Texas Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service, AmeriCorps Promise Fellows, 1700 North Congress, Room 310, Austin, Texas 78701. Mailed proposals should be sent to P.O. Box 13385, Austin, TX 78711-3385. Proposals received after 5:00 p.m. CST on Thursday, October 15, 1998 will not be considered. Award Procedures: Proposals will be subject to evaluation based on the requirements as set forth in the RFP. Texas Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service will make the final decision as to which proposal or proposals best satisfy the RFP's criteria. Texas Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals submitted. Texas Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service is under no legal obligation to execute a contract on the basis of this notice or the distribution of any RFP. In addition, Texas Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service reserves the right to vary the provisions set forth in the RFP any time prior to the execution of a contract when such variance is deemed to be in the best interest of Texas Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service. Neither this notice nor the RFP commits Texas Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service to pay for any costs incurred prior to the execution of a contract. The anticipated schedule of events is as follows: issuance of RFP - September 11, 1998; proposals due - October 15, 1998 at 5:00 p.m. CST; contract execution - November 1, 1998, or 5 days within receipt of Texas Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service AmeriCorps Promise Fellows Award from the Corporation for National Service. Grant awards are contingent upon receipt of federal funding. TRD-9813840 J. Randel (Jerry) Hill General Counsel-Texas Workforce Commission Texas Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service Filed: September 1, 1998 Texas Water Development Board Applications Received Pursuant to the Texas Water Code, Section 6.195, the Texas Water Development Board provides notice of the following applications received by the Board: Greater Texoma Utility Authority (City of Paradise), 5100 Airport Drive, Denison, Texas, 75020, received July 22, 1998, application for financial assistance in the amount of $325,000 from the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund. Edwards Aquifer Authority, 1615 North St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, Texas, 78212 received July 31, 1998, application for financial assistance in the amount of $3,000,000 from the Agricultural Water Conservation Loan Program. St. Paul Water Supply Corporation, Rt. 1, Box 207B, Sinton, Texas, 78387, received May 4, 1998, application for grant assistance in the amount of $1,435,323 from the Economically Distressed Areas Program. City of El Paso, Texas - Public Service Board (Canutillo Project), 1154 Hawkins, El Paso, Texas, 79925, received July 1, 1998, application for grant/loan assistance in the amount of $11,062,750 from the Economically Distressed Areas Program. Additional information concerning this matter may be obtained from Craig D. Pedersen, Executive Administrator, P.O. Box 13231, Austin, Texas, 78711. TRD-9813948 Gail L. Allan Director of Project-Related Legal Services Texas Water Development Board Filed: September 2, 1998