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. Texas Department of Agriculture Notice of Public Hearing The Texas Department of Agriculture (the department) will hold a public hearing to take comment regarding the department's proposed amendments to the rose grading and quarantine regulations as published in the July 15, 1997, issue of the Texas Register (22 TexReg 6512). The hearing will be held August 7, 1997, at the Texas Department of Agriculture Tyler, 517 North Glenwood, Tyler, Texas, beginning at 10:00 a.m. For more information, please contact Jimmy Hallmark, Chief Inspector, Texas Department of Agriculture, 517 North Glenwood, Tyler, Texas 75702. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 24, 1997. TRD-9709629 Dolores Alvarado Hibbs Deputy General Counsel Texas Department of Agriculture Filed: June 24, 1997 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 July 22, 1997, through July 25, 1997: FEDERAL AGENCY ACTIONS: Applicant: Mike Cooper; Location: in Sabine Lake, at 3745 T.B. Ellison Parkway on Sabine Island in Port Arthur, Jefferson County, Texas; Project No.: 97-0219 - F1; Description of Proposed Action: The applicant proposes to construct a 10- foot by 20-foot boat lift adjacent to an existing 100-foot by 6-foot pier with a 10-foot by 26-foot L-head; Type of Application: .S.C.O.E. permit application #20996 under sec.10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 .S.C.A. 403). Applicant: W.R. Standefer; Location: East Galveston Bay, on the property immediately east of 1376 Bay Street, in the Kona Kai Subdivision, approximately 6.5 miles east of the ferry landing, on Bolivar Peninsula, Galveston County, Texas; Project No.: 97-0220 -F1; Description of Proposed Action: The applicant proposes to construct a 260-foot bulkhead and place approximately 130 cubic yards of backfill into approximately 0.08 acre of tidal wetland to protect the shoreline. In addition, the applicant is requesting to place fill into approximately 0.73 acre of adjacent wetlands to level two lots for marketing as waterfront residences; Type of Application: U.S.C.O.E. permit application #20906 under sec.10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C.A. 403), and sec.404 of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. sec.sec.125-1387). Applicant: Freeport Sulphur Company; Location: Galveston Ship Channel, at 4500 Old Port Industrial Road, in Galveston, Galveston County, Texas; Project No.: 97-0221 -F1; Description of Proposed Action: The applicant proposes to amend their existing permit to include dredging of approximately 24,000 cubic yards of material from an 800-foot by 100-foot area in the mouth of Slip A, of their existing facility. The area to be dredged is approximately 18 feet deep and is proposed to be dredged to 20 feet below Mean Low Tide; Type of Application: .S.C.O.E. permit application #14833(09) under sec.10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C.A. 403). Applicant: Marine Rental, Inc.; Location: southeast of the Texas State Highway 87 bridge, at East Bunch Road, near Bridge County, in Orange County, Texas; Project No.: 97-0224 -F1; Description of Proposed Action: The applicant requests an after-the-fact permit to retain the unauthorized work of a 120-foot walkway pier and proposes to construct another 196 feet of walkway pier, a boat ramp, and a 180-foot bulkhead with back fill; Type of Application: .S.C.O.E. permit application #20620 under sec.10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 .S.C.A. 403), and sec.404 of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. sec.sec.125-1387). Applicant: Mr. Frans Gillebaard; Location: 2323 Park Avenue, Kemah, Galveston County, Texas; Project No.: 97-0225 -F1; Description of Proposed Action: The applicant proposes to construct a 5-foot wide by 500-foot long pier, perpendicular with the shoreline, and an attached 45-foot by 35-foot boatlift located on Galveston Bay; Type of Application: U.S.C.O.E. permit application #21032 under sec.10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C.A. 403). Applicant: Thomas Lykos; Location: Eckert Bayou, on Lot 1 of the Seabreeze Subdivision, approximately 5 miles southwest of Galveston, Galveston County, Texas; Project No.: 97-0228 -F1; Description of Proposed Action: The applicant proposes to construct a bank stabilization project to control erosion and erect a pier. The bank stabilization will consist of a retaining wall around the upland boundary of the site and a toe wall along the shoreline The retaining wall will be constructed of sacked concrete and treated timber; Type of Application:.S.C.O.E. permit application #21037 under sec.10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 .S.C.A. 403) and Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. Applicant: Southwest Shipyard, L.P.; Location: 18310 Market Street, at the intersection of Interstate 10 East and the San Jacinto River, in Channelview, Harris County, Texas; Project No.: 97-0222-F1; Description of Proposed Action: The applicant proposes to construct a 20-foot by 60-foot commercial marine pier at their existing shipyard facility; Type of Application: .S.C.O.E. permit application #21024 under sec.10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 .S.C.A. 403). Applicant: Lawrence L. Cieslewicz; Location: Lot 18, Block 5, Section 2R, at the end of Fathom Drive, Treasure Island Subdivision, approximately 12 miles northeast of Freeport, Brazoria County, Texas; Project No.: 97-0223 -F1; Description of Proposed Action: The applicant proposes to construct a bulkhead, excavate a protected boat slip area, and build a pier with T-head. The bulkhead will be 149 feet long and located at the mean high water line. The boat slip will be 26 feet long and 22 feet wide. An area 13 feet long by 22 feet wide be excavated from uplands and enclosed by the bulkhead; Type of Application: U.S.C.O.E. permit application #20963 under sec.10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C.A. 403), and Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. Applicant: Amerda Hess; Location: Brazos, Block 571, Lease OCS-G 15729, OCS Federal Offshore Waters, Gulf of Mexico; Project No.: 97-0218 -F4; Type of Application: Initial Plan of Exploration, Title 30 CFR 250.33 (f) and (h). Applicant: Walter Oil & Gas Company; Location: East Breaks, Block 168, Lease OCS-G 17233, OCS Federal Offshore Waters, Gulf of Mexico; Project No.: 97-0227 - F4; Type of Application: Initial Development Operations Coordination, Title 30 CFR 250.34 (g) and (h). 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. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 28, 1997. TRD-9709749 Garry Mauro Chairman Coastal Coordination Council Filed: July 28, 1997 Office of the 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 Title 79, Texas Civil Statutes, Article 1.04 and 1.05, as amended (Texas Civil Statutes, Article 5069- 1.04 and 1.05). [graphic] Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 22, 1997. TRD-9709623 Leslie L. Pettijohn Commissioner Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner Filed: July 24, 1997 Texas Education Agency Request for Proposals Concerning Independent Audit Services for the Texas Permanent School Fund Eligible Proposers. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is requesting proposals under the Request for Proposals (RFP) #701-97-024 from qualified public accounting firms to provide independent audit services to the Texas Permanent School Fund (PSF). Description. The purpose of this RFP is to select an independent accounting firm to perform a financial audit of the Texas PSF and perform other related services. Dates of Project. Proposers should plan for a starting date of no earlier than September 17, 1997, and an ending date of no later than November 7, 1997. Project Amount. The total amount of the contract is subject to negotiation. Selection Criteria. The contract will be awarded based on an evaluation of the proposer's ability to provide the requested services; the demonstrated competence and qualifications of the proposer; and the reasonableness of the proposed fee. The TEA is not obligated to execute a contract, provide funds, or endorse any proposal that is 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 the TEA or the State Board of Education to award a contract or pay any costs incurred in the preparation of a response. Requesting the Proposal. A copy of the complete RFP #701-97-024 may be obtained by writing the: Document Control Center, Room 6-108, Texas Education Agency, William B. Travis Building, 1701 North Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701-1494, 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, Texas Permanent School Fund, Texas Education Agency, (512) 463-9l69. Deadline for Receipt of Proposals. Proposals must be received in the Document Control Center of the Texas Education Agency by 5:00 p.m. (Central Standard Time), Friday, August 29, 1997, to be considered. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 28, 1997. TRD-9709754 Criss Cloudt Associate Commissioner for Policy Planning and Research Texas Education Agency Filed: July 28, 1997 Texas Department of Health Licensing Action for Radioactive Materials The Texas Department of Health has taken actions regarding licenses for the possession and use of radioactive materials as listed in the table below. The subheading labeled "Location" indicates the city in which the radioactive material may be possessed and/or used. The location listing "Throughout Texas" indicates that the radioactive material may be used on a temporary basis at job sites throughout the state. [graphic] [graphic] [graphic] In issuing new licenses and amending and renewing existing licenses, the Texas Department of Health, Bureau of Radiation Control, has determined that the applicants are qualified by reason of training and experience to use the material in question for the purposes requested in accordance with Texas Regulations for Control of Radiation in such a manner as to minimize danger to public health and safety or property and the environment; the applicants' proposed equipment, facilities, and procedures are adequate to minimize danger to public health and safety or property and the environment; the issuance of the license(s) will not be inimical to the health and safety of the public or the environment; and the applicants satisfy any applicable special requirements in the Texas Regulations for Control of Radiation. This notice affords the opportunity for a hearing on written request of a licensee, applicant, or "person affected" within 30 days of the date of publication of this notice. A "person affected" is defined as a person who is resident of a county, or a county adjacent to the county, in which the radioactive materials are or will be located, including any person who is doing business or who has a legal interest in land in the county or adjacent county, and any local government in the county; and who can demonstrate that he has suffered or will suffer actual injury or economic damage due to emissions of radiation. A licensee, applicant, or "person affected" may request a hearing by writing Richard A. Ratliff, P.E., Chief, Bureau of Radiation Control (Director, Radiation Control Program), 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756-3189. Any request for a hearing must contain the name and address of the person who considers himself affected by Agency action, identify the subject license, specify the reasons why the person considers himself affected, and state the relief sought. If the person is represented by an agent, the name and address of the agent must be stated. Copies of these documents and supporting materials are available for inspection and copying at the office of the Bureau of Radiation Control, Texas Department of Health, Exchange Building, 8407 Wall Street, Austin, Texas, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday (except holidays). Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 23, 1997. TRD-9709563 Susan K. Steeg General Counsel Texas Department of Health Filed: July 23, 1997 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Notice of Meeting The Family Practice Residency Advisory Sub-Committee will meet on Wednesday, August 6, 1997 from 10:00 a.m. till 12:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Coordinating Board, 7745 Chevy Chase Drive, Building 5 Room 5.209. The agenda is as follows: Incorporation of Public Health Rotations into Rural Rotation Program; and Implementation of Rider 36. For additional information please contact Stacy Silverman at 512-483-6540. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 25, 1997. TRD-9709750 James McWhorter Assistant Commissioner for Administration Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Filed: July 28, 1997 Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs Notice of Public Hearing On or about October 1, 1997, The Administration & Community Affairs Division of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) anticipates receiving federal funds to continue the operation of certain programs that assist very low-income Texans. The Department is now in the process of deciding how these funds will be used and is seeking the input of groups affected by these programs and/or other interested citizens. As part of the public information consultation and public hearings requirements for the Community Services Block Grant, a federal block grant, and the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, the Administration & Community Affairs Division of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) will conduct five public hearings. The primary purpose of the hearings is to solicit comments on the proposed use and distribution of Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 1998 funds provided under the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG), Community Food and Nutrition Program (CFNP), and the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). LIHEAP provides funding for the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) and the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP). The public hearings have been scheduled as follows: Monday, August 18, 1997, 6:00 p.m. at the West End Multi-Service Center, Building 3, 170 Heights Blvd., Houston, TX Tuesday, August 19, 1997, 2:00 p m. at the Carver Library, 1161 Angelina Street, Austin, TX Tuesday, August 19, 1997, 11:30 a.m. at the Centro de Artes, Market Square, 514 West Commerce, San Antonio, TX Wednesday, August 20, 1997, 6:00 p.m. at the Botanic Garden Center, Conservatory Lecture Hall, 3220 Botanic Garden Boulevard, Ft. Worth, TX Thursday, August 21, 1997, 6:00 p.m. at the Midland Business Center, 201 East Michigan, Suite 123, Midland, TX A representative from TDHCA will be present at each meeting to explain the planning process and receive comments from interested citizens and affected groups regarding the proposed plans. Copies of the Intended Use Report can be obtained by contacting the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, P.O. Box 13941, Austin, Texas, 78711-3941. For questions, contact the Administration & Community Affairs Division at (512) 475-1099. Comments on the intended use of funds may be in the form of written comments or oral testimony at the public hearings. Written comments must be received no later than Tuesday, September 2, 1997. Comments concerning the LIHEAP may be submitted to Nieves L¢pez at TDHCA using the address provided above, or via the internet using nlopez@genesis.tdhca.state.tx.us. All other comments may be submitted to Dyna Cole at TDHCA using the address provided above, or via the internet using dcole@genesis.tdhca.state.tx.us. If you have any questions regarding the public hearing process, or any of the programs referenced above, please contact the Community Affairs Division at (512) 475-1099. Individuals who require auxiliary aids or services for this meeting should contact Aurora Carvajal at (512) 475-3822 or Relay Texas at 1-800-735-2989 at least two days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Departamento de Vivienda y Asuntos Comunitarios Anuncio de Audiencias Publicas Sobre El Uso De Fondos Federales Aproximadamente el primero de Octubre, 1997, el Departamento de Vivienda y Asuntos Comunitarios del Estado de Tejas (TDHCA) espera recibir fondos federales para continuar operar ciertos programas para asistir personas de bajos ingresos. El Departamento est en el proceso de decidir el uso de los fondos federales y est solicitando comentarios de cuidadanos interesados y grupos afectados por estos programas. Como parte de los requisitos asociados con el uso de fondos federales, el Departamento de Vivienda y Asuntos Comunitarios del Estado de Tejas (TDHCA) conducir cinco (5) audiencias peblicas durante el mes de Agosto en diferentes localidades del estado. El prop¢sito primario de estas audiencias es para solicitar comentarios sobre uso y distribuci¢n de los fondos federales durante el a¤o fiscal 1998 a trav,s de la Concesi¢n de Servicios para la Comunidad (CSBG), el Programa de Alimentos y Nutrici¢n a la Comunidad (CFNP) y la Programa de Asistencia con el Costo de Energia para Personas de Bajos Engresos (LIHEAP). Durante las audiencias se distribuir n copias de reportes detallando el uso de stos fondos para recibir comentarios del p£blico y as¡ desarrollar la fase para la preparaci¢n de las solicitudes y los planes que se someter n a las agencias federales. Tambi n se utilizar esta informaci¢n para preparar la solicitud para TDHCA en el a¤o fiscal 1998. El horario para las audiencias publicas es el siguiente: Lunes, 18 de Agosto, 1997, 6:00 p.m., West End Multi-service Center, Edificio 3, 170 Heights Blvd., Houston, Tejas Martes, 19 de Agosto, 1997, 2:00 p.m., Carver Library, 1161 Angelina Street, Austin, Tejas Martes, 19 de Agosto 1997, 11:30 a.m., Centro de Artes, Market Square, 514 West Commerce, San Antonio, Tejas Mircoles, 20 de Agosto 1997, 6:00 p.m., Botanic Garden Center, Conservatory Lecture hall, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Ft. Worth, Tejas Jueves, 22 de Agosto 1997, 6:00 p.m., Midland Business Center, 201 East Michigan, Oficina #123, Midland, Tejas Un representante del Departamento de Vivienda y Asuntos Comunitarios del Estado de Tejas (TDHCA) estar presente para explicar el proceso de planificaci¢n, proveer informaci¢n y recibir comentarios de ciudadanos interesados y grupos afectados por estos cambios. Usted podr obtener copias de los reportes que explican como se van utilizar los fondos, escribiendo al: Departamento de Vivienda y Asuntos Comunitarios del Estado de Tejas, P.O. Box 13941 Capitol Station, Austin, Texas 78711-3941. Comentarios sobre el intensionado uso de estos fondos durante las audiencias pueden ser por escrito o testimonio oral. Comentarios escritos pueden ser presentados a TDHCA durante las audiencias o enviarse por correo antes del 2 de Septiembre, 1997. Preguntas relacionadas a las audiencias p£blicas o cualquier programa arriba mencionado, favor de comunicarse con la Seccion de Servicios para la Comunidad, al n£mero (512) 475-1099. Cualquier persona que necesite asistencia auxiliar para la junta, favor de llamar dos dias antes y hablar con Aurora Carvajal (512) 475-3822 o Relay Texas 1-800-735-2989. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 28, 1997. TRD-9709760 Larry Paul Manley Executive Director Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs Filed: July 28, 1997 Texas Department of Human Services Amended Request for Information-Best Utilization of Finger-Image; EBT and Point- of-Sale (POS) Technologies The Texas Department of Human Services (TDHS) inadvertently omitted the deadline date for submittal of information from the Request for Information originally published July 15, 1997, of the Texas Register (22 TexReg 6699). The notice is amended to provide the deadline, additional information regarding "Qualified Information System Vendors", and deletions related to the release of updated information from TDHS. The TDHS, in conjunction with its fully-implemented electronic benefits transfer (EBT) system and its electronic finger-image project, plans to incorporate the digital representation of the finger image on the EBT card to eliminate the use of a personal identification number (PIN) and the possibility of individuals using cards that are not their own. Description: TDHS is interested in obtaining information regarding the best utilization of finger-image, EBT and point-of-sale (POS) technologies to ensure the integrity of its EBT program for Food Stamps and Transitional Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) benefits. Therefore, the purpose of this RFI is threefold, namely: to update its information about current POS and finger-image equipment, software and network capabilities; to obtain information about current industry product and performance standards related to POS and finger-image transactions, processing and liabilities; and to gain useful information about potential POS and finger-image contractors, specifically their area(s) and level of expertise, available products and/or services, and experience in developing/providing innovative EBT/POS applications utilizing finger-image technology. TDHS currently administers Food Stamps and TANF benefits delivery through a statewide on-line EBT system. The department plans to expand its finger-image at point of eligibility pilot project statewide beginning in early-1998. TDHS requests general and product-specific information to be used for EBT/finger- image planning and analysis. Examples of needed information include, but are not limited to, the following: hardware product description; technical and functional specifications; unit and quantity pricing; integration/compatibility: file/transaction information and storage capability; performance/failure rates; possible hardware/software configurations, including process flow diagrams depicting processing alternatives and considerations; plastic card technology and technical specifications, manufacture, design and use options; operating system standards and requirements; acquisition options and their costs; system back-up and recovery capabilities; and standard and product-specific "software ownership" contract clauses. TDHS is a government agency subject to V.T.C.A., Government Code, Chapter 552, the Texas Open Records Act. Information submitted to TDHS under this RFI will be considered public information unless the specific parts thereof can be shown to fall within one or more of the exceptions listed in this Act. One of those exceptions is for trade secrets and commercial and financial information which is privileged or confidential by law or judicial decision. Respondents must specify these parts and the exception(s) believed to apply with specific and detailed reasons. Vague and general claims to confidentiality are not acceptable. TDHS is in the process of submitting an Advance Planning Document (APD) for agency planning to secure prior approval and Federal financial participation (FFP) from Food and Nutrition Services, United States Department of Agriculture, and the Administration for Children and Families of the United States Department of Health and Human Services. In the Planning APD, TDHS will propose a small, contained pilot project to begin finger-image verification at POS beginning in September 1998. TDHS plans to issue a Request-for-Offer (RFO) for a finger-image at POS pilot project in December 1997. An offeror's conference will be held following the release of the RFO. This RFO will likely include, but not be limited to, the provision of equipment, software, training and related services. Only offers from "Qualified Information System Vendors" will be considered in the RFO procurement. For information about how to become a "Qualified Information Systems Vendor", contact the General Services Commission, Purchasing Division, Catalog Section, by calling (512) 463-3567, or by writing P.O. Box 13047, Austin, Texas 78711. Contact person: Written information and responses, including product and services literature, should be forwarded to: Amanda Gossett, Director of Technical Services, Lone-Star Technology Department, Texas Department of Human Services, P.O. Box 149030, MC E-304, Austin, Texas 78714-9030. All information is due no later than 5:00 p.m. on August 29, 1997. Historically underutilized businesses are encouraged to respond. Telephone inquiries about the TDHS finger-imaging at point-of-sale project should be directed to Colleen Edwards, Public Information Officer at (512) 438- 5467. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 25, 1997. TRD-9709736 Glenn Scott General Counsel, Legal Services Texas Department of Human Services Filed: July 25, 1997 Texas Department of Human Services Notice of Consultant Contract Amendments In Accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 2254, Subchapter B, Texas Department of Human Services (TDHS) publishes this notice of an amendment to two consultant contracts. The notice of awards for the original contracts was published in the August 17, 1993, issue of the Texas Register (18 TexReg 5522). The notice of the first amendment to the two consultant contracts was published in the July 26, 1994, issue of the Texas Register (19 TexReg 5784). Notice of the second amendment to the two consultant contracts was published in the August 11, 1995, issue of the Texas Register (20 TexReg 6134). Notice of the third amendment to the two contracts was published in the July 26, 1996, issue of the Texas Register (21 TexReg 7187). The contracts were awarded to two consultants to provide expertise in information resources for the completion of two separate, but related, consulting projects for the Texas Nursing Facility Medicare Case Mix and Quality Demonstration. The Texas Department of Human Services awarded one consultant contract to Austin Data Management Associates, 313 West 37th Street, Austin, Texas 78705. The contractor was a partnership when originally contracted, and it has subsequently incorporated as StepWise Systems, Inc. The total dollar amount of the original contract was $65,000, and was effective from September 1, 1993 through August 31, 1994. TDHS extended this contract through August 31, 1995 and increased the total amount of the contract by $80,000, for a revised total not to exceed $145,000. TDHS then extended this contracted through August 31, 1996 and increased the total amount of the contract by $50,000 for a revised total not to exceed $195,000. TDHS then extended this contract through August 31, 1997 and did not increase the total amount of the contract. TDHS now intends to make a final extension to this contract through August 31, 1998, with no increase in the total amount of the contract. The Texas Department of Human Services awarded a second consultant contract to Red Bluff Computing Consultants, P.O. Box 90892, Austin, Texas 78709. The total dollar amount of the contract was $40,000, and was effective from September 1, 1993 through August 31, 1994. TDHS extended this contract through August 31, 1995 and increased the total amount of the contract by $54,000, for a revised total not to exceed $94,000. TDHS extended this contract through August 31, 1996 and increased the total amount of the contract by $54,000 for a revised total not to exceed $148,000. TDHS then extended the contract through August 31, 1997 and increased the total amount of the contract by $60,000 for a revised total not to exceed $208,000. TDHS now intends to make a final extension to this contract through August 31, 1998 and increase the contract by $46,000 for a revised total not to exceed $254,000. Each consultant must provide all deliverables under the amended contracts no later than September 30, 1998. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 23, 1997. TRD-9709608 Glen Scott Agency Liaison Texas Department of Human Services Filed: July 23, 1997 Texas Department of Insurance Correction of Error The Texas Department of Insurance adopted amendments to Part One, Section 1A 13, and Part 2, Section 1 E and F, Texas Retrospective Rating Manual, Workers Compensation and Employers' Liability, published under the Exempt Notification. The rule appeared in the July 18, 1997, issue of the Texas Register, (22 TexReg 6751). The corrective affective date should read as "August 6, 1997". Also the item was inadvertently left out of the table of contents. Insurer Services The following applications have been filed with the Texas Department of Insurance and are under consideration: Application for admission in Texas for Mutual Atomic Energy Liability Underwriters, a foreign joint underwriting association. The home office is in Chicago, Illinois. Application for admission in Texas for Valley Insurance Company, a foreign fire and casualty company. The home office is in Los Angeles, California. Application for admission in Texas for Valley Property & Casualty Insurance Company, a foreign fire and casualty company. The home office is in Albany, Oregon. Application for admission in Texas for Colonial Surety Company, a foreign fire and casualty company. The home office is in Duncannon, Pennsylvania. Application for a name change in Texas for Financial Benefit Life Insurance Company, a foreign life, accident and health company. The proposed new name is American Savers Life Insurance Company. The home office is in Boca Raton, Florida. Any objections must be filed within 20 days after this notice was filed with the Texas Department of Insurance, addressed to the attention of Cindy Thurman, 333 Guadalupe Street, M/C 305-2C, Austin, Texas 78701. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 25, 1997. TRD-9709675 Bernice Ross Deputy Chief Clerk Texas Department of Insurance Filed: July 25, 1997 Notice On July 11, 1997, in Commissioner's Order Number 97-0689, the Commissioner of Insurance adopted amendments to Part One, Section 1 A. 13, and Part 2, Section 1 E and F, Texas Retrospective Rating Manual, Workers Compensation and Employers' Liability. The Order of the Commissioner was published under the Exempt Notification section of the July 18, 1997, issue of the Texas Register (22 TexReg 6751) with the wrong effective date. The correct effective date is August 6, 1997. Also, the item was inadvertently left out of the table of contents of the July 18 issue. On July 21, 1997, in Commissioner's Order Number 97-0738, the Commissioner issued a Nunc Pro Tunc Order clarifying that the effective date of the amendments is August 6, 1997. Copies of the Orders are available from the Chief Clerk, Texas Department of Insurance, 333 Guadalupe Street, Austin, Texas. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 25, 1997. TRD-9709720 Bernice Ross Deputy Chief Clerk Texas Department of Insurance Filed: July 25, 1997 Notice of Public Hearing The Commissioner of Insurance will hold a public hearing Wednesday, August 13, 1997, at 9:00 a.m. in Room 100 of the William P. Hobby, Jr. State Office Building, 333 Guadalupe Street in Austin, Texas under Docket Number 2298 to consider proposed new Chapter 12, independent review organizations. The proposed new sections and the statutory authority for the proposed sections, were published in the July 25, 1997, issue of the Texas Register (22 TexReg 6914). Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 25, 1997. TRD-9709721 Bernice Ross Deputy Chief Clerk Texas Department of Insurance Filed: July 25, 1997 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 Allied Health Group, Inc., a foreign third party administrator. The home office is Miramar, Florida. Any objections must be filed within 20 days after this notice was filed with the Secretary of State, addressed to the attention of Charles M. Waits, MC 107-5A, 333 Guadalupe, Austin, Texas 78714-9104. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 23, 1997. TRD-9709610 Bernice Ross Deputy Chief Clerk Texas Department of Insurance Filed: July 23, 1997 Third Party Administrator Applications The following third party administrator (TPA) application has been filed with the Texas Department of Insurance and is under consideration. Application for incorporation in Texas of Baptist Health Network, Inc., a domestic third party administrator. The home office is San Antonio, Texas. Any objections must be filed within 20 days after this notice was filed with the Secretary of State, addressed to the attention of Charles M. Waits, MC 107-5A, 333 Guadalupe, Austin, Texas 78714-9104. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 25, 1997. TRD-9709674 Bernice Ross Deputy Chief Clerk Texas Department of Insurance Filed: July 25, 1997 Texas Lottery Commission Invitation for Bids for Installation of Burglar Bars at the Texas Lottery Commission Headquarters The Texas Lottery Commission is soliciting bids for Installation of Burglar Bars at the Texas Lottery Commission headquarters located at 611 East 6th Street, Austin, Texas. Objectives. The Texas Lottery requires installation of burglar bars at the main level window and door openings facing onto 6th street. The Texas Lottery Headquarters building is located in Austin, Texas. Schedule. Event IFB Issued Date August 1, 1997 Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference - August 11, 1997 (10:00 a.m. CT) Bid Due Date - August 14, 1997 (11:00 a.m. CT) For a copy of the complete Invitation for Bids please contact: Joanne Severn Purchasing Supervisor, Texas Lottery Commission (512) 344-5418 Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 25, 1997. TRD-9709715 Ridgely C. Bennett Deputy General Counsel Texas Lottery Commission Filed: July 25, 1997 Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Correction of Error The Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission withdrew 31 TAC sec.sec.32.1, 32.3, 32.5, 32.7, 32.9, 32.11, 32.13, and 32.15. The rule appeared in the July 22, 1997, issue of the Texas Register, (22 TexReg 6859). The Title was published incorrectly as "Title 31. Natural Resources and Conservation" it should read "Title 30. Environmental Quality". Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Notice of Applications for Waste Disposal/Discharge Permits Attached are Notices of Applications for waste disposal/discharge permits issued during the period of July 21 thru July 25, 1997. The Executive Director will issue these permits unless one or more persons file written protests and/or a request for a hearing within 30 days after newspaper publication of the notice. To request a hearing, you must submit the following: (1) your name (or for a group or association, an official representative), mailing address, daytime phone number, and fax number, if any; (2) the name of the applicant and the permit number; (3) the statement "I/we request a public hearing;" (4) a brief description of how you would be adversely affected by the granting of the application in a way not common to the general public; (5) the location of your property relative to the applicant's operations; and (6) your proposed adjustments to the application/permit which would satisfy your concerns and cause you to withdraw your request for hearing. Information concerning any aspect of these applications may be obtained by contacting the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission, Chief Clerks Office-MC105, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711. Individual members of the public who wish to inquire about the information contained in this notice, or to inquire about other agency permit applications or permitting processes, should call the TNRCC Office of Public Assistance, Toll Free, at 1-800-687-4040. Listed are the name of the applicant and the city in which the facility is located, type of facility, location of the facility, type of application-new permit, amendment, or renewal and permit number. CITY OF CALLISBURG, Route 8, Box 299, Gainesville, Texas 76240; The City of Callisburg Wastewater Treatment Facilities are located adjacent to and west of Farm-to-Market Road 678 approximately 3000 feet southeast of the intersection of Farm-to-Market Roads 678 and 2896 in Cook County, Texas; renewal; Permit No. 11840-001. CHAMPION INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION, P.O. Box 100-S, Corrigan, Texas 75939; Applicant operates the Corrigan Plant, a plywood manufacturing facility; The plant site is located on the west side of U.S. Highway 59 (US 59), approximately 6000 feet northwest of the intersection of S 59 and Farm-to-Market Road 352, in the city of Corrigan, Polk County, Texas; amendment with renewal; Permit No. 01902. CYRESS HILL MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1, c/o Fulbright & Jaworski, 1301 McKinney, Suite 5100, Houston, Texas 77010; The Cypress Hill Municipal Utility District No. 1 Wastewater Treatment Plant is located approximately 400 feet west of Cypress Rose Hill Road and 3/4 mile north of the intersection of Cypress Rose Hill Road with U.S. Highway 390 in Harris County, Texas; renewal; Permit No. 12327-001. BROWNSVILLE PUBLIC UTILITIES BOARD, 1425 Robinhood Drive, Brownsville, Texas 78520; The wastewater treatment facilities and disposal site are located on the north side of Country Club Road, approximately 3200 feet southwest of the intersection of U.S. Highway 77 Business (Central Boulevard) and Farm-to-Market Road 802 in the City of Brownsville in Cameron County, Texas; renewal; Permit No. 10852-001. FORNAX INDUSTRIES, INC., P.O. Box 1329, Channelview, Texas 77530; the Fornax Wastewater Treatment Facilities; The facilities are located at 400 South Sheldon Road, approximately 3,100 feet south of Interstate Highway 10 near the southwest side of Cactus property in Harris County, Texas; renewal; Permit No. 12528-001. GREATER WHITEHOUSE UTILITY COMPANY, INC., 700 N. Pearl, Suite 525, Dallas, Texas 75201; The Quail Run Wastewater Treatment Facilities are located at 100 Quail Lane, at the intersection of Quail Lane and Bobwhite Lane, approximately 1 3/8 miles southwest of the intersection of State Highway 110 and Farm-to-Market Road 346 in Smith County, Texas; renewal; Permit No. 12910-001. HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 284, 1300 South Post Oak Boulevard, Suite 1400, Houston, Texas 77056; The wastewater treatment plant will be located approximately 0.75 mile northeast of the intersection of Fry Road and Clay Road, approximately 4 miles north of the intersection of Fry Road and Interstate Highway 10 in Harris County, Texas; renewal; Permit No. 12949-001. CITY OF HUTTO, P.O. Box 226, Hutto, Texas 78634; The wastewater treatment plant is located 1,300 feet east of Farm-to-Market Road 1660 and 1,500 feet south of State Highway 79 in the City of Hutto in Williamson County, Texas; renewal; Permit No. 11324-001. LATEXO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, P.O. Box 975, Latexo, Texas 75849; the Latexo ISD Constructed Wetlands Wastewater Treatment Facilities; The facilities are approximately 1,000 feet east of the intersection of U.S. Highway 287 and Farm-to-Market Road 2663 on the south side of Farm-to-Market Road 2663 at Latexo I.S.D., south of the baseball field in Houston County, Texas; renewal; Permit No. 13780-001. MONTGOMERY COUNTY UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2, c/o Coats, Rose, Yale, Holm, Ryman and Lee, 800 First City Tower, 1001 Fannin, Houston, Texas 77002-6707; The wastewater treatment plant is located on the east side of Lake Conroe, immediately south of Farm-to-Market Road 830 and approximately 500 feet east of Kingston Cove Lane in Montgomery County, Texas; renewal; Permit No. 11271-001. NORTHWEST HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 29, c/o Coats, Rose, Yale, Holm, Ryman & Lee, 1001 Fannin, Suite 800, Houston, Texas 77002-6707; The wastewater treatment plant is located 600 feet west of Eldridge Road and 1,500 feet north of U.S. Highway 290, and approximately 4,400 feet southeast of Farm- to-Market Road 1960 in Harris County, Texas; renewal; Permit No. 12795-001. OWEN SIEPERDA, Rt. 1 Box 100, Dublin, Texas 76446; The dairy is located on the west side of County Road 309; approximately one mile west of the community of Live Oak; approximately 1.5 miles east of Farm-to-Market Road 1702; and approximately four miles south of the intersection of Farm-to-Market Road 1702 and Farm-to-Market Road 219 in Erath County, Texas; renewal; Permit No. 03398. UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR, Padre Island National Seashore, 9405 South Padre Island Drive, Corpus Christi, Texas 78418; The wastewater treatment facilities and disposal site are located approximately 12 miles south of the intersection of Park Road 53 and Park Road 22, on Padre Island, on the south side of Malaquite Pavilion in Kleberg County, Texas; renewal; Permit No. 13344- 001. WALLIS-ORCHARD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, P.O. Box 819, Wallis, Texas 77485;The wastewater treatment plant is located approximately 1.0 mile southeast of the City of Willis and approximately 1000 feet south of State Highway 36 in Austin County, Texas; renewal; Permit No. 11719-001. PARKANS INTERNATIONAL, L.L.C., d/b/a Delaware Parkans International, L.L.C., 5521 Armour Drive, Houston, Texas 77020; operation of an industrial solid waste storage and processing facility for the managment of hazardous and Class I non- hazardous industrial solid waste. Wastes managed at this facility are received from off-site sources on a non-commercial basis. The company stores metal bearing wastes and processes it for shipment to off-site recyclers; The facility is located at 5521 Armour Drive on approximately 0.8 acre in Houston, Harris County, Texas; amendment; Permit No. HW-50210-001; 45-day notice. BILL SCHOUTEN, Tex-S LLC Dairy, Rt. 4, Box 24, Hico, TX 76457; The location of the dairy facility is on the east side of U.S. Highway 281 approximately one- half mile north of the intersection of U.S. Highway 281 and Farm-to-Market Road 219 in Hamilton County, Texas; amendment; Permit-By-Rule No. 03640. ANNE CORNELIS TAMMINGA, Indian Creek Dairy, Rt. 3 Box 212, Comanche, TX 76446; The dairy is located on the north side of State Highway 36 approximately 3.5 miles southeast of the intersection of State Highway 36 and U.S. Highway 377 in Comanche County, Texas; amendment; Permit-By-Rule No. 3289. TEXAS FARM, INC., Commercial Sow South, 9 Southwest 2nd Avenue, Perryton, TX 79070; The location of the swine feeding facility is on the north side of Farm- to-Market Road 281 approximately three miles west of the intersection of State Highway 70 and Farm-to-Market Road 281 in Ochiltree County, Texas; to obtain an Air & Water Quality Permit-By-Rule No. 03960. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 25, 1997. TRD-9709716 Eugenia K. Brumm, Ph.D. Chief Clerk Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Filed: July 25, 1997 Notice of Date Extension The Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission is announcing that the due dates for submitting the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) report (Form R) and Source Reduction and Waste Minimization Annual Progress Report (SR/WM Report) have been extended from August 1, 1997, to September 8, 1997. The extensions will align due dates of these two state and federal reporting requirements, which will reduce the burden to the regulated community and result in higher quality data overall. The TRI reports are required under the federal Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA), 313 and the State Health and Safety Code, Chapter 370 (Toxic Chemical Release Reporting). The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently authorized a similar extension under the federal program in the July 24, 1997, issue of the Federal Register (62 FR 39797). The SR/WM Report is required under 30 TAC Chapter 335, Subchapter Q, sec.sec.335.471- 335.480 and Health and Safety Code, Chapter 361. The SR/WM Report is based on data in the TRI report. Unless another announcement is forthcoming, this due date extension is only for submittals due in 1997. For further information on the Toxics Release Inventory date extension, please call Becky Kurka at (512) 239-3100. For further information on the SR/WM Annual Progress Report date extension, please call Emily Coyner at (512) 239-3100. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 28, 1997. TRD-9709765 Kevin McCalla Director, Legal Division Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Filed: July 28, 1997 Notice of Opportunity to Comment on Settlement Agreements of Administrative Enforcement Actions The Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (TNRCC) Staff is providing an opportunity for written public comment on the listed Agreed Orders (AOs) pursuant to the Health and Safety Code, the Texas Clean Air Act (the Act), Chapter 382, sec.382.096. The Act, sec.382.096 requires that the TNRCC may not approve these AOs unless the public has been provided an opportunity to submit written comments. Section 382.096 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 August 31, 1997. Section 382.096 also requires that the TNRCC promptly consider any written comments received and that the TNRCC may withhold approval of an AO if a comment indicates the proposed AO is inappropriate, improper, inadequate, or inconsistent with the requirements of 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 A, 3rd Floor, Austin, Texas 78753, (512) 239-3400 and at the applicable Regional Office listed as follows. Written comments about these AOs should be sent to the staff attorney 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 August 31, 1997. Written comments may also be sent by facsimile machine to the staff attorney at (512) 239-3434. The TNRCC staff attorneys are available to discuss the AOs and/or the comment procedure at the listed phone numbers; however, sec.382.096 provides that comments on the AOs should be submitted to the TNRCC in writing. (1)COMPANY: April Marketing & Distribution; DOCKET NUMBER: 96-0750-PST-E; ACCOUNT NUMBER: E11001; LOCATION: Dallas, Dallas County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: underground storage tanks; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.115.241 and sec.115.249 and the Act, sec.382.003(12) by failing to install an approved Stage II vapor recovery system and failing to comply with installation requirements according to the schedule implementation date; PENALTY: $10,000; STAFF ATTORNEY: Lisa Newcombe, Litigation Support Division, MC 175; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1101 East Arkansas Lane, Arlington, Texas 76010-6499, (817) 469-6750. (2)COMPANY: C & J Auto Sales; DOCKET NUMBER: 97-0136-AIR-E; ACCOUNT NUMBER: TA- 2888-R; LOCATION: Haltom City, Tarrant County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: used car sales lot; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.114.1(c)(1) and the Act, sec.382.085(b) by offering for sale automobiles which were equipped with neither the control systems or devices that were originally a part of the motor vehicle, or motor vehicle engine, nor a proper alternate control system or device; PENALTY: $250; STAFF ATTORNEY: Hodgson Eckel, Litigation Support Division, MC 175; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1101 East Arkansas Lane, Arlington Texas, 76010-6499, (817) 469-6750. (3)COMPANY: Chaparral Steel Midlothian, L.P.; DOCKET NUMBER.: 97-0247-MLM-E; ACCOUNT NUMBER: 30661; LOCATION: Midlothian, Ellis County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: steel manufacturing; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.sec.335.152(a)(1), 335.173(a)(3), and 335.174(b)(2) and 40 Code of Federal Regulations sec.sec.264.15, 264.301(a)(2), 264.310(1a)(3), and 264.310(b)(3) and Permit Provisions VI.A.3 and VI.B.1., IV.C.7., IV.C.8., III.B.1., III.B.7(a) and the Act, sec.382.085(b) by relating to the use, inspection, maintenance, and reporting requirements of the primary and secondary leachate collection systems for Landfill Number 3; sec.335.4, concerning General Prohibitions and Texas Water Code, sec.26.121, concerning unauthorized discharges prohibited by allowing the following unauthorized discharges of: leachate from the automobile upholstery landfill (Facility Number 03), which is located across from Chaparral's facility on the TXI site, was seeping out of the east side of the landfill adjacent to TXI's quarry road. Results of a sediment sample collected in this area indicated the presence of total petroleum hydrocarbons; and a sediment sample collected by the TNRCC investigators during the April 1995 inspection from the drainage ditch beneath the metal walkway to the leachate tank's secondary containment (Facility Number 12) indicated elevated levels of metals (1,210 ppm of Chromium and 425 ppm Lead). A sample collected in the same area on November 6, 1992, had indicated similar concentrations of these constituents (1,300 ppm of total Chromium and 254 ppm of total Lead); 30 TAC sec.116.116(a) with amendments and alterations by representing in its application for TNRCC Permit Number 8097, that the "C" baghouse dust would be conveyed to railcars in order to transport the material offsite for processing; sec.101.6 with notification requirements for major upset by failing to notify the executive director and the appropriate local air pollution control agencies as soon as possible of any upset resulting from accidental fires occurring on August 27 and February 21, 1996; 30 TAC sec.116.115-Special Provision 7 of Permit Number 8097/PSD-TX-138M4-by failing to maintain the air flow rate required by special provision 7,650,000 ACFM, through the "B" furnace canopy hood; 30 TAC sec.101.20(3) by representations in an application for Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) permit by failing to represent nitrous oxides and volatile organic compounds in a PSD permit. A review of Chaparral's stack test revealed the emissions from the facility included several compounds that were not included in the original PSD permit application submitted to the United States Environmental Protection Agency; PENALTY: $99,920; STAFF ATTORNEY: Bill Ballard, Litigation Support Division, MC 175 ; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1101 East Arkansas Lane, Arlington, Texas 76010-6499, (817) 469-6750. (4)COMPANY: Carl Sims and Sons and Frankie Sims; DOCKET NO: 96-1817-AIR-E; ACCOUNT NUMBER: TA-2131-M; LOCATION: Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: motor vehicle inspection station and an automotive repair business; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.114.3(c) and the Act, sec.382.085(b) by issuing or allowing the issuance of a vehicle inspection certificate without completely and properly performing all the air pollution emission control related requirement of the annual vehicle safety inspection in accordance with the rules and regulations adopted by the Department of Public Safety; PENALTY: $6,000; STAFF ATTORNEY: Booker Harrison, Litigation Support Division, MC 175; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1101 East Arkansas Lane, Arlington, Texas 76010-6499, (817) 469-6750. (5)COMPANY: Southern Star Paint and Body Shop; DOCKET NO.: 96-1659-AIR-E; ACCOUNT NUMBER: GB-0505-H; LOCATION: Dickinson, Galveston County, Texas; TYPE OF FACILITY: automotive paint and body shop; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC sec.116.115(a) and the Act, sec.382.085(b) by failing to comply with the conditions of Standard Exemption 124, specifically, failure to have a paint booth stack at the proper height; PENALTY: $500; STAFF ATTORNEY: Booker Harrison, Litigation Support Division, MC 175; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Avenue, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1486, (713) 767-3500. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 24, 1997. TRD-9709719 Kevin McCalla Director, Legal Division Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Filed: July 25, 1997 Provisionally-Issued Temporary Permits to Appropriate State Water Listed below are permits issued during the period of July 25, 1997. Application No. TA-7839 by Elias Dugi for diversion of 10 acre-feet in a 6-month period for irrigation purposes. Water may be diverted from Cibolo Creek, approximately 15 miles southeast of Floresville, Wilson County, Texas, San Antonio River Basin. Application No. TA-7841 by Cude Drilling, Inc. for diversion of 8 acre-feet in a 6-month period for industrial (oil well drilling) use. Water may be diverted from El Oso Creek, approximately 6 miles south of Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas, Nueces-Rio Grande Coastal Basin. The Executive Director of the TNRCC has reviewed each application for the permits listed and determined that sufficient water is available at the proposed point of diversion to satisfy the requirements of the application as well as all existing water rights. Any person or persons who own water rights or who are lawful users of water on a stream affected by the temporary permits listed above and who believe that the diversion of water under the temporary permit will impair their rights may file a complaint with the TNRCC. The complaint can be filed at any point after the application has been filed with the TNRCC and the time the permit expires. The Executive Director shall make an immediate investigation to determine whether there is a reasonable basis for such a complaint. If a preliminary investigation determines that diversion under the temporary permit will cause injury to the complainant the commission shall notify the holder that the permit shall be canceled without notice and hearing. No further diversions may be made pending a full hearing as provided in Section 295.174. Complaints should be addressed to Water Rights Permitting Section, Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711, Telephone (512) 239-4433. Information concerning these applications may be obtained by contacting the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711, Telephone (512) 239-3300. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 25, 1997. TRD-9709717 Eugenia K. Brumm, Ph.D. Chief Clerk Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Filed: July 25, 1997 Texas State Board of Pharmacy Board Announces New Executive Director Texas State Board of Pharmacy President Marina P. Sifuentes, R.Ph., has announced the appointment of Gay Dodson, R.Ph., as Executive Director of the agency effective June 30, 1997. The selection of Ms. Dodson concludes the Board's two and one-half month nationwide search for an Executive Director. Ms. Dodson has been an employee of the Board since November 1982 and served as Director of Compliance from October 1987 until her appointment as Executive Director. Prior to her employment with the Board, Ms. Dodson worked as a community pharmacist in the Dallas area for 13 years. In 1997, she received a Recognition Award from the Texas Society of Health-System Pharmacists in "recognition of her commitment, leadership, and dedication in advancing the practice for pharmacists and the patients they serve." In 1993, the Texas Pharmacy Association presented Ms. Dodson an Award for Outstanding Service to the association. She has served as a national chairman and national secretary of Kappa Epsilon, a pharmacy fraternity for women, and received the fraternity's 1989 Linda T. Rogers Memorial Leadership Award. Ms. Dodson replaces Fred S. Brinkley, Jr., R.Ph., M.B.A., who served as Executive Director of the agency from July 1976 through June 27, 1997. The Texas State Board of Pharmacy is an independent state regulatory agency whose statutory mission is to promote, preserve, and protect the public health, safety, and welfare by and through the effective control and regulation of the practice of pharmacy and the licensing of pharmacies engaged in the sale, delivery, or distribution of prescription drugs and devices used in the diagnosis and treatment of injury, illness, and disease. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 28, 1997. TRD-9709740 Gay Dodson Acting Executive Director/Secretary Texas State Board of Pharmacy Filed: July 28, 1997 Public Utility Commission of Texas Notice 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 an application on July 14, 1997, to amend a certificate of convenience and necessity pursuant to sec.sec.1.101(a), 2.201, 2.101(e), 2.252, and 2.255, of the Public Utility Regulatory Act of 1995. A summary of the application follows. Docket Title and Number: Application of Taylor Electric Cooperative, Inc. to Amend Certificated Service Area Boundaries (Service Area Exception) in Callahan County, Docket Number 17692 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas. The Application: In Docket Number 17692, Taylor Electric Cooperative, Inc. requests approval to amend its certificated service area boundary for a service area exception to serve a single residential customer in Callahan County. 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 Consumer Affairs 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. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 23, 1997. TRD-9709605 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: July 23, 1997 Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas an application on July 15, 1997, to amend a certificate of convenience and necessity pursuant to sec.sec.1.101(a), 2.201, 2.101(e), 2.252, and 2.255, of the Public Utility Regulatory Act of 1995. A summary of the application follows. Docket Title and Number: Application of Central Power and Light Company to Amend Certificated Service Area Boundaries (Service Area Exception) in Real County, Docket Number 17695 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas. The Application: In Docket Number 17695, Central Power and Light Company requests approval to amend its certificated service area boundary for a service area exception to construct 2.50 miles of 12-kV feeder from its facilities outside the City of Leakey along Highway 83 to a substation of Bandera Electric Cooperative, Inc. from which Central Power & Light Company will purchase power from the Lower Colorado River Authority. 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 Consumer Affairs 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. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 23, 1997. TRD-9709606 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: July 23, 1997 Notice is given to the public of the filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas an application on July 14, 1997, to amend a certificate of convenience and necessity pursuant to sec.sec.1.101(a), 2.201, 2.101(e), 2.252, and 2.255, of the Public Utility Regulatory Act of 1995. A summary of the application follows. Docket Title and Number: Application of Texas Utilities Electric Company to Amend Certificate of Convenience and Necessity to Construct a Proposed Transmission Line in Denton County, Docket Number 17686 before the Public Utility Commission of Texas. The Application: In Docket Number 17686, Texas Utilities Electric Company requests approval to amend its certificate of convenience and necessity to construct 3.0 miles of 138-kV double-circuit transmission line and proposed Intel substation in Denton County. 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 Consumer Affairs 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. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 23, 1997. TRD-9709607 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: July 23, 1997 Notice Of Intent To File Pursuant To Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 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 Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 23.27 for a new PLEXAR-Custom service for Webb County in Laredo, Texas. Tariff Title and Number: Application of Southwestern Bell Telephone Company for a new PLEXAR-Custom Service for Webb County in Laredo, Texas, Pursuant to Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 23.27. Tariff Control Number 17721. The Application: Southwestern Bell Telephone Company is requesting approval for a new PLEXAR-Custom service for Webb County in Laredo, Texas. The geographic service market for this specific service is the San Antonio local access and transport area. 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. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 25, 1997. TRD-9709677 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: July 25, 1997 Notice is given to the public of the intent to file with the Public Utility Commission of Texas of an application pursuant to Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 23.27 for a 67 station addition to the existing PLEXAR-Custom service for Le Tourneau, Inc. in Longview, Texas. Tariff Title and Number: Application of Southwestern Bell Telephone Company for a 67 Station Addition to the Existing PLEXAR-Custom Service for Le Tourneau, Inc. in Longview, Texas, Pursuant to Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 23.27. Tariff Control Number 17722. The Application: Southwestern Bell Telephone Company is requesting approval for a 67 station addition to the existing PLEXAR-Custom service for Le Tourneau, Inc. in Longview, Texas. The geographic service market for this specific service is the Longview local access and transport area. 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. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 25, 1997. TRD-9709678 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: July 25, 1997 Notice is given to the public of the intent to file with the Public Utility Commission of Texas of an application pursuant to Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 23.27 for an addition to the existing PLEXAR-Custom service for Southwestern Bell Corporation in San Antonio, Texas. Tariff Title and Number: Application of Southwestern Bell Telephone Company for an Addition to the Existing PLEXAR-Custom Service for Southwestern Bell Corporation in San Antonio, Texas, Pursuant to Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 23.27. Tariff Control Number 17723. The Application: Southwestern Bell Telephone Company is requesting approval for an addition to the existing PLEXAR-Custom service for Southwestern Bell Corporation in San Antonio, Texas. The geographic service market for this specific service is the San Antonio local access and transport area. 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. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 25, 1997. TRD-9709679 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: July 25, 1997 Notice is given to the public of the intent to file with the Public Utility Commission of Texas of an application pursuant to Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 23.27 for a 50 station addition to the existing PLEXAR-custom service for Fannie Mae in Dallas, Texas. Tariff Title and Number: Application of Southwestern Bell Telephone Company for a 50 Station Addition to the Existing PLEXAR-Custom Service for Fannie Mae in Dallas, Texas, Pursuant to Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 23.27. Tariff Control Number 17724. The Application: Southwestern Bell Telephone Company is requesting approval for a 50 station addition to the existing PLEXAR-Custom service for Fannie Mae in Dallas Texas. The geographic service market for this specific service is the Dallas local access and transport area. 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. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 25, 1997. TRD-9709680 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: July 25, 1997 Public Notice Of Application For Declaratory Order Notice is hereby given of an application for a declaratory order filed by B-K Electric Cooperative, Inc. (B-K), on July 18, 1997. The Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) is authorized to issue a declaratory order upon request by a party, pursuant to the Public Utility Regulatory Act of 1995 (PURA 95) sec.1.101 and sec.1.003(11), Texas Revised Civil Statutes Annotated, article 1446c-0, sec.1.101, sec.1.003(11) (Vernon 1997). B-K has requested the commission to interpret B-K's rights and obligations in serving two tracts of land in Baylor County, Texas. The application has been designated Docket Number 17705, Application of B-K Electric Cooperative, Inc. for Declaratory Order and Request for Expedited Consideration, and is available for public inspection at the commission's offices in Austin, Texas. B-K is a party in a related case before the Baylor County District Court. The district court has abated consideration of that case pending the commission's final decision in Docket Number 17705. Accordingly, B-K has requested the commission expedite ruling in Docket Number 17705. The commission finds that additional public comment should be allowed before the commission makes a final decision in regard to B-K's application. Any interested person may file written comments on the joint application by submitting 10 copies of the comments to Filing Clerk, Public Utility Commission of Texas, 1701 N. Congress Avenue, P. O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas, 78711- 3236, no later than August 11, 1997. Additionally, a copy of the comments should be served on B-K Electric Cooperative, Inc., 419 North Main, Drawer 672, Seymour, Texas 76380. The comments should specifically refer to Docket Number 17705. In addition to the comments, any interested party may file a motion to intervene. Persons with questions about this docket should contact the commission's 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 17705. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 25, 1997. TRD-9709676 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: July 25, 1997 Public Notice of Interconnection Agreement On July 18 1997, Southwestern Bell Telephone Company (SWB) and 360° Communications Company (360° ) collectively referred to as Applicants, filed a joint application for approval of a commercial mobile radio services (CMRS) interconnection agreement under the Federal Telecommunications Act of 1996 (FTA) (47 United States Code, sec.sec.151 et. seq.) and the Public Utility Regulatory Act of 1995 (PURA) (Texas Revised Civil Statutes Annotated, Article 1446c-0, Vernon 1997). The joint application has been designated Docket Number 17708. The joint application and the CMRS 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 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 18 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 17708. 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 August 28, 1997, 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 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 Consumer Affairs 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 17708. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 24, 1997. TRD-9709612 Rhonda Dempsey Rules Coordinator Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: July 24, 1997 Teacher Retirment System of Texas Consultant Contract Award This consultant contract information is filed in compliance with the notice requirement under the Government Code, sec.2254.030. The request for proposal was published in the May 23, 1997, issue of the Texas Register at 22 Tex Reg 4552. The Teacher Retirement System has contracted with a private consultant to conduct a claims audit of Aetna U. S. Healthcare, the contract insurance carrier for the Texas Public School Employees Group Insurance Program for the period of September 1, 1997 through August 31, 1996. TRS executed a contract with Wolcott and Associates, Inc. whose address is 7800 West 110th Street, Overland Park, Kansas, 66210. The agreed compensation set forth in the contract is $22,000. The contract begins July 10, 1997 and ends September 8, 1997. The final audit report is due on September 2, 1997. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 23, 1997. TRD-9709604 Charles Dunlap Executive Director Teacher Retirement System of Texas Filed: July 23, 1997 The Texas A&M University System Award of Consultant Contract Notification Pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 2254, The Texas A&M University System provides the following information for publication in the Texas Register: Award of Consultant Contract Notification The Texas A&M University System, in accordance with the provisions of Government Code, Chapter 2254, awarded a contract to Andersen Consulting, LLP for consulting services for the Management Information System (MIS) project as specified in Request for Proposal published in the July 5, 1996, issue of the Texas Register ( 21 TexReg 6277). Project description: Provide technical advice and counsel in developing, implementing, and integrating a Management Information System for The Texas A&M University System (TAMUS). The consultant will identify current and future TAMUS information requirements and determine how those requirements are met and incorporated into the information/reporting system. The integrated management information system will include financial, student, budget, payroll, human resources and facility information systems. Total Value of Contract $99,750 plus out-of-pocket expenses not to exceed 15% of fees ($14,962) Contract dates: The contract dated October 23, 1996 will terminate upon the provision of the requested services which should be on or about September 30, 1997. Name and address of consultant: Andersen Consulting, LLP, 701 Brazos, Suite 1020, Austin, Texas 78704. Issued in College Station, Texas, on July 22, 1997. TRD-9709565 Vickie Burt Executive Secretary to the Board The Texas A&M University Board Filed: July 23, 1997 Texas Turnpike Authority Request for Proposal-Personnel Consultant The following Request for Proposals to provide Personnel Consulting Services is filed under the provisions of the Government Code, Chapter 2254. The Texas Turnpike Authority (the "TTA") is requesting proposals from qualified firms for a personnel consultant to review the operations of the TTA so as to establish a position classification system for North Texas Tollway Authority (the "NTTA") employees, reflecting the duties currently performed by the TTA employees; to perform a review of employee compensation rates being paid in the North Texas market that are compatible to the duties being performed by TTA employees; and to establish a schedule of position compensation rates to be recommended to the Board of Directors of the NTTA for its employees. A copy of the Request for Proposals is available and will be issued to any firm that requests a copy. The proposal must be received in the offices of TTA's Director of Administration before 4:30 p.m., August 1, 1997 to be eligible for consideration. Questions concerning the Request for Proposals may be directed to TTA's Director of Administration, Jerry Shelton (214) 522-6200. Issued in Dallas, Texas, on July 25, 1997. TRD-9709665 James W. Griffin Executive Director Texas Turnpike Authority Filed: July 25, 1997 Texas Water Development Board Notice of Hearing An attorney with the Texas Water Development Board (Board) will conduct a public hearing beginning at 10:00 a.m., September 2, 1997, Room 118, Stephen F. Austin Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701 on the proposed Federal Fiscal Year 1998 Intended Use Plan for set-aside funds for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF). This first part of the Intended Use Plan will describe the distribution of funds among three set-aside activities for the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (TNRCC): (1) the provision of technical, financial an managerial assistance to public water supply systems, technical assistance and public education for source water protection and to collect entry point and distribution system drinking water samples from public water systems for compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1996 and the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund; (2) the improvement of water system database and hardware and the consolidation of all databases necessary to carry out TNRCC's responsibilities as required by the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1996 and the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund; (3) the hiring of additional staff to assist in implementing new programs, such as a capacity development program, and the improvement of existing programs such as the source water protection program and operators' certification, as required by the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1996 and the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund. Copies of the proposed FY 1998 Intended Use Plan will be available in Room 543 of the Stephen F. Austin Building or may be obtained from the Engineering Division, Texas Water Development Board, P.O. Box 13231, Capitol, Station, Austin, Texas 78711, on August 15, 1997. In addition, persons may participate in the hearing by mailing written comments before September 2, 1997 to Frank R. Forsyth, Jr., Chief, Project Support Section, Engineering Division, Texas Water Development Board, P.O. Box 13231, Capitol, Station, Austin, Texas 78711. After the September 2, 1997 public hearing, comments will continue to be accepted for an additional thirty (30) days. Interested persons are encouraged to attend the hearing. The hearing is being conducted pursuant to 31 TAC Chapter 371 (Rules of the Texas Water Development Board). Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 28, 1997. TRD-9709763 Craig D. Pedersen Executive Administrator Texas Water Development Filed: July 28, 1997 Texas Workers' Compensation Commission Correction of Error The Texas Workers' Compensation Commission submitted a miscellaneous document entitled "Standards and Procedures for the Medical Advisory Committee". The document appeared in the July 22, 1997, issue of the Texas Register, (22 TexReg 6795). Starting on page 6903 with the second portion of the Notice, each "Texas Workforce Compensation Commission" should be replaced with "Texas Workers' Compensation". Standards and Procedures For the Medical Advisory Committee The Texas Workers' Compensation Commission at its June 12, 1997 public meeting replaced the Medical Advisory Committee bylaws with Standards and Procedures for the Medical Advisory Committee. The approved Standards and Procedures are as follows: LEGAL MANDATE The Medical Advisory Committee for the Texas Workers' Compensation Commission, Medical Review Division is established under the Texas Workers' Compensation Act, (the Act sec.413.005). PURPOSE AND ROLE The purpose of the Medical Advisory Committee (MAC) is to bring together representatives of 12 health care specialties and representatives of labor, business and the general public to advise the Medical Review Division in developing and administering the medical policies, fee guidelines, and the utilization guidelines established under the Act, sec.413.011. COMPOSITION Membership The committee, appointed by the Commissioners, is composed of 16 members who must be knowledgeable and qualified regarding work-related injuries and diseases. Twelve members of the committee shall represent specific health care provider groups. These members shall include a public health care facility, a private health care facility, a doctor of medicine, a doctor of osteopathic medicine, a chiropractor, a dentist, a physical therapist, a pharmacist, a podiatrist, an occupational therapist, a medical equipment supplier, and a registered nurse. Appointees must have at least six years of professional experience in the medical profession they are representing and engage in an active practice in their field. The Commission shall also appoint a representative of employers, a representative of employees, and two representatives of the general public. These appointees shall not hold a license in the health care field and may not derive their income directly or indirectly from the provision of health care services. The Commissioners may appoint one alternate representative for each primary member appointed to the MAC, each of whom shall meet the qualifications of an appointed member. Neither the health care provider, nor a business they may be associated with, may derive more than 40% of their revenues from workers' compensation patients. This fact must be certified in their application to the MAC. Terms of Appointment Members serve at the pleasure of the Commissioners. Unless otherwise directed by the Commissioners, the term of appointment for primary and alternate members will be two years. A member may serve a maximum of two terms as a primary, alternate or a combination of primary and alternate member. Terms of appointment will terminate August 31 of the second year following appointment to the position, unless the member resigns, abandons, or is removed from the position prior to the termination date. Abandonment will be deemed to occur if any primary member is absent from more than two consecutive meetings without an excuse accepted by the Medical Review Division Director. Abandonment will be deemed to occur if any alternate member is absent from more than two consecutive meetings which the alternate is required to attend because of the primary member's absence without an excuse accepted by the Medical Review Division Director. The terms will commence as follow: Primary: FY Ending 1999 Alternate: FY ending 1999 Chiropractor Osteopath Pharmacy Dentist General Public A Private Facility Occupational Therapist Primary: FY Ending 2000 Alternate: FY ending 2000 Registered Nurse Public Facility Medical Equipment Physical Therapist General Public B Medical Doctor Podiatrist Employer Employee In the case of a vacancy, the Commissioners will appoint an individual who meets the qualifications for the position to fill the vacancy. The Commissioners may re-appoint the same individual to fill either a primary or alternate position as long as the term limit is not exceeded. Due to the absence of other qualified, acceptable candidates, the Commissioners may grant an exception to its membership criteria which are not required by statute. RESPONSIBILITY OF MAC MEMBERS Primary Members Make recommendations on medical issues to the Medical Review Division. Attend the MAC meetings, subcommittee meetings, and work group meetings to which they are appointed. Ensure attendance by the alternate member at meetings when the primary member cannot attend. Provide other assistance requested by the Medical Review Division in the development of guidelines and medical policies. Alternate MAC Members Attend the MAC meetings, subcommittee meetings, and work group meetings to which the primary member is appointed during the primary member's absence. Maintain knowledge of MAC proceedings. Make recommendations on medical issues to the Medical Review Division when the primary member is absent at a MAC meeting. Provide other assistance requested by the Medical Review Division in the development of guidelines and medical policies when the primary member is absent from a MAC meeting. Committee Officers The chairman of the MAC is designated by the Commissioners. The MAC will elect a vice chairman. A member shall be nominated and elected as vice chairman when he/she receives a majority of the votes from the membership in attendance at a meeting at which nine or more primary or alternate members are present. Responsibilities of the Chairman Preside at MAC meetings and ensure the orderly and efficient consideration of matters requested by the Medical Review Division. Prior to a MAC meeting confer with the Medical Review Division Director, and when appropriate, the TWCC Executive Director to receive information and coordinate: a. Preparation of a suitable agenda. b. Planning MAC activities. c. Establishing meeting dates and calling meetings. d. Establishing subcommittees. e. Recommending MAC members to serve on subcommittees. If requested by the Commission, appear before the Commissioners to report on MAC meetings. COMMITTEE SUPPORT STAFF The Director of Medical Review will provide coordination and reasonable support for all MAC activities. In addition, the Director will serve as a liaison between the MAC and the Medical Review Division staff of TWCC, and other Commission staff if necessary. The Medical Review Director will coordinate the following activities for the MAC and its subcommittees and work groups: Preparing agenda and support materials for each meeting. Preparing and distributing information and materials for MAC use. Maintaining MAC records. Preparing minutes of meetings. Arranging meetings and meeting sites. Maintaining tracking reports of actions taken and issues raised by the MAC. Maintaining attendance records. SUBCOMMITTEES The chairman shall appoint the members of a subcommittee from the membership of the MAC unless the Commissioners or Director of Medical Review do so. If other expertise is needed to support subcommittees, the Commissioners or the Director of Medical Review may appoint appropriate individuals. WORK GROUPS When deemed necessary by the Director of Medical Review or the Commissioners, work groups will be formed by the Director. At least one member of the work group must also be a member of the MAC. WORK PRODUCT No member of the MAC, a subcommittee, or a work group may claim or is entitled to an intellectual property right in work performed by the MAC, a subcommittee, or a work group. MEETINGS Frequency of Meetings Regular meetings of the MAC shall be held at least quarterly each fiscal year during regular Commission working hours. CONDUCT AS A MAC MEMBER Special trust has been placed in members of the Medical Advisory Committee. Members act and serve on behalf of the disciplines and segments of the community they represent and provide valuable advice to the Medical Review Division and the Commission. Members, including alternate members, shall observe the following conduct code and will be required to sign a statement attesting to that intent. Comportment Requirements for MAC Members: Learn their duties and perform them in a responsible manner; Conduct themselves at all times in a manner that promotes cooperation and effective discussion of issues among MAC members; Accurately represent their affiliations and notify the MAC chairman and Medical Review Director of changes in their affiliations; Not use their memberships on the MAC: - in advertising to promote themselves or their business, - to gain financial advantage either for themselves or for those they represent; however, members may list MAC membership in their resumes; Provide accurate information to the Medical Review Division and the Commission; Consider the goals and standards of the workers' compensation system as a whole in advising the Commission; Explain, in concise and understandable terms, their positions and/or recommendations together with any supporting facts and the sources of those facts; Strive to attend all meetings and provide as much advance notice to the Texas Workers' Compensation Commission staff, attn: Medical Review Director, as soon as possible if they will not be able to attend a meeting; and Conduct themselves in accordance with the MAC Standards and Procedures, the standards of conduct required by their profession, and the guidance provided by the Commissioners, Medical Review Division, or other TWCC staff. The Commission will consider taking action to cancel all current appointments to the Commission's Medical Advisory Committee at a subsequent public meeting, the next one of which is tentatively scheduled for August 21, 1997. The Commission will consider taking action to appoint members to the MAC in accordance with the MAC Standards and Procedures. INVITATION TO APPLICANTS FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE MEDICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE The Texas Workers' Compensation Commission (TWCC) invites all qualified individuals, and representative of public health care facilities and other entities and all current primary and alternate MAC members to apply to fill any of the following positions on the Medical Advisory Committee (MAC) in accordance with the eligibility requirements of the new Standards and Procedures for the Medical Advisory Committee. The purpose and tasks of the MAC are outlined in the Texas Labor Code, sec.413.005, which includes advising the Medical Review Division of TWCC on the development and administration of medical policies and guidelines. The MAC meets, on the average, once every six weeks. MAC members are not reimbursed for travel, per diem, or other expenses associated with the MAC activities and meetings. The members of the MAC are appointed by the six commissioners of TWCC and include health care providers, representatives of employees and employers and members of the general public. Each member must be knowledgeable and qualified regarding work-related injuries and diseases. The complete membership of the MAC includes 16 primary members and 16 alternate members. During the primary member's absence, the alternate member will attend the MAC meetings, subcommittee meetings, and work group meetings to which the primary member is appointed. The alternate may attend all meetings. Alternate members shall fulfill the same responsibilities as primary members, as set out in the Standards and Procedures for the Medical Advisory Committee as adopted by the Commission. The Commission solicits applications for the following positions on the TWCC Medical Advisory Committee: PRIMARY 1. Primary member - Public Health Care Facility 2. Primary member - Private Health Care Facility 3. Primary member - Doctor of Medicine 4. Primary member - Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine 5. Primary member - Chiropractor 6. Primary member - Dentist 7. Primary member - Physical Therapist 8. Primary member - Pharmacist 9. Primary member - Podiatrist 10. Primary member - Occupational Therapist 11. Primary member - Medical Equipment Supplier 12. Primary member - Registered Nurse 13. Primary member - Representative of Employers 14. Primary member - Representative of Employees 15. Primary member - General Public 16. Primary member - General Public ALTERNATE 17. Alternate member - Public Health Care Facility 18. Alternate member - Private Health Care Facility 19. Alternate member - Doctor of Medicine 20. Alternate member - Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine 21. Alternate member - Chiropractor 22. Alternate member - Dentist 23. Alternate member - Physical Therapist 24. Alternate member - Pharmacist 25. Alternate member - Podiatrist 26. Alternate member - Occupational Therapist 27. Alternate member - Medical Equipment Supplier 28. Alternate member - Registered Nurse 29. Alternate member - Representative of Employers 30. Alternate member - Representative of Employees 31. Alternate member - General Public 32. Alternate member - General Public Any person or entity interested in serving on the MAC may contact Juanita Salinas in the Commission's Medical Review Division at (512) 707-5888 to obtain an application packet. The deadline for applications has been extended to August 1, 1997. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. by the TWCC Medical Review Division on August 1, 1997. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 25, 1997. TRD-9709724 Elaine Crease Program Assistant, General Counsel's Office Texas Workers' Compensation Commission Filed: July 25, 1997 Workforce Development Board of Central Texas Request for Proposals The Workforce Development Board of Central Texas (WDBCT) is seeking proposals for the management of its Workforce Centers, incorporating, at a minimum: JTPA, JOBS, and FSE&T. Archetype, Inc. has been selected as an independent consulting firm to manage the procurement process for the Board. Proposals will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on August 25, 1997, at the offices of Mark Schiffgen, CPA 940 E. 51st Street, Austin, TX 78751. A bidders conference will be held to respond to any questions concerning the RFP. The conference will be held at the Central Texas Workforce Center, 102 East Central Avenue, Suite 300, Temple, TX on Friday, August 1, 1997, at 11 a.m. Request for Proposal specifications may be obtained by sending a request via facsimile transmission to Don Shepard, President of Archetype, Inc. at (512) 343-7392. WDBCT reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 25, 1997. TRD-9709670 Vivian Naramore Secretary Workforce Development Board of Central Texas Filed: July 25, 1997 Texas Youth Commission Request for Proposal The Texas Youth Commission (TYC) requests all interested parties to submit Proposals for the donation of sites for the construction of a new TYC facility. Such facility will be a 330-bed secure (fenced) juvenile training school. This school will be constructed with support and infrastructure for the eventual planned population of 660 beds. Sites should be located in an area that would enhance the overall mission of TYC and the individual facility. Preliminary plans for the facility are still under development and may vary. Proposed sites should be in proximity of adequate educational support and medical care. This Request is for site locations for this facility. At the discretion of TYC, existing state property may also be considered in making the selection decision. It is expected that the RFP will be released to the public on August 1, 1997. To obtain a copy of the Request contact Ron Arnett, Texas Youth Commission, 4900 North Lamar, Austin, Texas 78751, Phone: 512 424-6261, email: arnettr@tyc.state.tx.us. The deadline for submission of Proposals is 12:00 noon, October 3, 1997. Issued in Austin, Texas, on July 23, 1997. TRD-9709576 Steve Robinson Executive Director Texas Youth Commission Filed: July 23, 1997