Office of the Attorney General
Texas Health and Safety Code and Texas Water Code Settlement Notice
The State of Texas gives notice of the following proposed resolution of an environmental enforcement action under the Texas Health and Safety Code and the Texas Water Code. Before the State may enter into a voluntary settlement agreement, pursuant to section 7.110 of the Texas Water Code, the State shall permit the public to comment in writing. The Attorney General will consider any written comments and may withdraw or withhold consent to the proposed agreement if the comments disclose facts or considerations indicating that consent is inappropriate, improper, inadequate, or inconsistent with the requirements of the law.
Case Title and Court: Harris County, Texas and The State of Texas Acting by and through the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, a Necessary and Indispensable Party v. Rancho El Conquistador LLC, Eleazar Cortina, and Sandra K. Martinez; Cause No. 2024-18265; in the 151st Judicial District Court of Harris County, Texas.
Background: This lawsuit concerns real property located at or near 0 Security Lane, Houston, Texas 77049 (the "Site"), where defendants are accused of dumping municipal solid waste and solid waste. The Site is also referred to as "Lot 22, Block 2, Sheldon Acres." Harris County, Texas ("Harris County") filed an environmental enforcement action against defendants, which was joined by the State of Texas (the "State") by and through the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality as a Necessary and Indispensable Party.
On June 14, 2016, Defendant Conquistador purchased the Site. On June 29, 2023, Defendant Conquistador sold the Site to Defendant Cortina (Defendant Conquistador's registered agent and sole director) and Defendant Martinez. On September 19, 2023, Defendant Martinez sold the Site back to Defendant Conquistador.
On February 21, 2022, Harris County Pollution Control Services ("HCPCS") received a complaint about solid waste dumping at the Site. HCPCS conducted an investigation on February 22, 2022, finding that the site contained used and broken railroad ties as well as concrete and asphalt waste. Seven subsequent investigations showed that: the concrete and asphalt waste was removed; 40 cubic yards of scrap metal were stored on the ground and then removed; the railroad ties were fully removed and legally disposed of by December 28, 2023.
Plaintiff, Harris County, filed suit on March 21, 2024, asserting claims that defendants caused, suffered, allowed and/or permitted the unauthorized storage and disposal of Industrial and Municipal Solid Waste at their property located on 0 Security Lane, in violation of the Texas Solid Waste Disposal Act, Texas Water Code, and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality ("TCEQ") rules. Plaintiff, the State, was joined to the suit as a Necessary and Indispensable Party. The Parties have reached an agreement to resolve the pending enforcement claims only.
Proposed Agreed Judgment: The Parties propose an Agreed Final Judgement which provides for a total monetary award of TWENTY-SEVEN THOUSAND AND NO CENTS ($27,000.00) in civil penalties and attorney's fees from the Defendants. An award of TWENTY-FOUR THOUSAND AND NO CENTS ($24,000.00) in civil penalties is to be divided evenly between Harris County and the State. The award of THREE THOUSAND AND NO CENTS ($3,000.00) in attorney's fees is to be divided evenly between Harris County and the State. In addition, Harris County also has a judgement against the Defendants for court costs in the amount of TWO-HUNDRED THIRTY-SEVEN DOLLARS AND NO CENTS ($237.00). Defendants are to make separate monthly payments to both Harris County and the State, until the judgment amount is paid in full to Harris County for THIRTEEN THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED THIRTY-SEVEN DOLLARS AND NO CENTS ($13,737.00) and to the State for THIRTEEN THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS AND NO CENTS ($13,500.00). Plaintiffs have the right to initiate collection proceedings on any overdue amounts if the payment is more than 30 days late.
For a complete description of the proposed settlement, the complete proposed Agreed Final Judgment should be reviewed in its entirety. Requests for copies of the proposed settlement, and written comments on the same, should be directed to Heather Coffee, Assistant Attorney General, Office of the Attorney General of Texas, P.O. Box 12548, MC-066, Austin, Texas 78711-2548, (512) 463-2012, facsimile (512) 320-0911; email: Heather.Coffee@oag.texas.gov. Written comments must be received within 30 days of publication of this notice to be considered.
TRD-202404967
Justin Gordon
General Counsel
Office of the Attorney General
Filed: October 23, 2024
The State of Texas gives notice of the following proposed resolution of an environmental enforcement action under the Texas Water Code and the Texas Health and Safety Code. Before the State may enter into a voluntary settlement agreement, pursuant to Section 7.110 of the Texas Water Code, the State shall permit the public to comment in writing. The Attorney General will consider any written comments and may withdraw or withhold consent to the proposed agreement if the comments disclose facts or considerations indicating that consent is inappropriate, improper, inadequate, or inconsistent with the requirements of the law.
Case Title and Court: Intercontinental Energy Corporation v. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, CBS Corporation, Tim Smith, Betty Waldean Woelfel, Martha Hahn, Dorothy Lindholm, and Mary Alice Dunaway; Cause No. D-1-GN-02-003257; in the 345th Judicial District Court, Travis County, Texas.
Background: The lawsuit in this case commenced in 2002 as an interpleader suit filed by the Trustee of the Lamprecht Mine Trust regarding the disbursement of funds to pay for the costs of environmental radiation care activities, including decommissioning, decontaminating, restoring and reclaiming the Lamprecht and Zamzow in situ uranium mine and uranium recovery facilities in Live Oak County, Texas, previously operated by Intercontinental Energy Corporation, a party to the Trust. Over $1 million in trust fund was deposited into the Court's registry when the suit was filed. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is the successor state agency to the Texas Department of Health, also a party to the Trust, that holds regulatory authority over uranium mines. CBS Corporation and several landowners intervened, claiming to be parties affected by the administration of the Trust. A 2010 settlement order authorized TCEQ to solicit bids to administer and conduct the environmental radiation care activities. No bids have been received and by 2023, TCEQ had expended over $1 million, appropriated from the State's Environmental Radiation Perpetual Care Account, on remediating the Lamprecht and Zamzow sites and releasing them for unrestricted use.
Proposed Settlement: The proposed Agreed Final Judgment is between TCEQ and CBS Corporation only. It authorizes the disbursement of all funds, including any accrued interests, held in the Court registry to TCEQ for deposit into the State's Environmental Radiation Perpetual Care Account. The parties also agree to release all claims and causes of action arising from this lawsuit against each other, and covenant not to sue or take administrative or civil action that may arise from this lawsuit against each other.
For a complete description of the proposed settlement, the Agreed Final Judgment should be reviewed in its entirety. Requests for copies of the proposed judgment and settlement, and written comments on the same, should be directed to Clark Reeder, Assistant Attorney General, Office of the Attorney General of Texas, P.O. Box 12548, MC 066, Austin, Texas 78711-2548, (512) 463-2012, facsimile (512) 320-0911, email: Clark.Reeder@oag.texas.gov. Written comments must be received within 30 days of publication of this notice to be considered.
TRD-202405150
Justin Gordon
General Counsel
Office of the Attorney General
Filed: October 28, 2024
Certification of the Average Closing Price of Gas and Oil - September 2024
The Comptroller of Public Accounts, administering agency for the collection of the Oil Production Tax, has determined, as required by Tax Code, §202.058, that the average taxable price of oil for reporting period September 2024 is $48.45 per barrel for the three-month period beginning on June 1, 2024, and ending August 31, 2024. Therefore, pursuant to Tax Code, §202.058, oil produced during the month of September 2024, from a qualified low-producing oil lease, is not eligible for credit on the oil production tax imposed by Tax Code, Chapter 202.
The Comptroller of Public Accounts, administering agency for the collection of the Natural Gas Production Tax, has determined, as required by Tax Code, §201.059, that the average taxable price of gas for reporting period September 2024 is $1.12 per mcf for the three-month period beginning on June 1, 2024, and ending August 31, 2024. Therefore, pursuant to Tax Code, §201.059, gas produced during the month of September 2024, from a qualified low-producing well, is eligible for a 100% credit on the natural gas production tax imposed by Tax Code, Chapter 201.
The Comptroller of Public Accounts, administering agency for the collection of the Franchise Tax, has determined, as required by Tax Code, §171.1011(s), that the average closing price of West Texas Intermediate crude oil for the month of September 2024 is $69.37 per barrel. Therefore, pursuant to Tax Code, §171.1011(r), a taxable entity shall not exclude total revenue received from oil produced during the month of September 2024, from a qualified low-producing oil well.
The Comptroller of Public Accounts, administering agency for the collection of the Franchise Tax, has determined, as required by Tax Code, §171.1011(s), that the average closing price of gas for the month of September 2024 is $2.41 per MMBtu. Therefore, pursuant to Tax Code, §171.1011(r), a taxable entity shall exclude total revenue received from gas produced during the month of September 2024, from a qualified low-producing gas well.
Inquiries should be submitted to Jenny Burleson, Director, Tax Policy Division, P.O. Box 13528, Austin, Texas 78711-3528.
TRD-202405157
Jenny Burleson
Director, Tax Policy
Comptroller of Public Accounts
Filed: October 29, 2024
The Consumer Credit Commissioner of Texas has ascertained the following rate ceilings by use of the formulas and methods described in §303.003 and §303.009, Texas Finance Code.
The weekly ceiling as prescribed by §303.003 and §303.009 for the period of 11/04/24-11/10/24 is 18.00% for consumer1 credit.
The weekly ceiling as prescribed by §303.003 and §303.009 for the period of 11/04/24-11/10/24 is 18.00% for commercial2 credit.
1 Credit for personal, family, or household use.
2 Credit for business, commercial, investment, or other similar purpose.
TRD-202405165
Leslie L. Pettijohn
Commissioner
Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner
Filed: October 30, 2024
The Texas Education Agency adopted amendments to 19 TAC §89.1196 and §89.1197 in the November 1, 2024, issue of the Texas Register (49 TexReg 8717). Due to an error by the Texas Register, the incorrect effective date was published for the adoption. The correct effective date for the adoption is November 5, 2024.
TRD-202405156
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ or commission) staff is providing an opportunity for written public comment on the listed Agreed Orders (AOs) in accordance with Texas Water Code (TWC), §7.075. TWC, §7.075, requires that before the commission may approve the AOs, the commission shall allow the public an opportunity to submit written comments on the proposed AOs. TWC, §7.075, requires that notice of the proposed orders and 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 December 10, 2024. TWC, §7.075, also requires that the commission promptly consider any written comments received and that the commission may withdraw or withhold approval of an AO if a comment discloses facts or considerations that indicate that consent is inappropriate, improper, inadequate, or inconsistent with the requirements of the statutes and rules within the commission's jurisdiction or the commission's orders and permits issued in accordance with the commission's regulatory authority. Additional notice of changes to a proposed AO is not required to be published if those changes are made in response to written comments.
A copy of each proposed AO is available for public inspection at both the commission's central office, located at 12100 Park 35 Circle, Building C, 1st Floor, Austin, Texas 78753, (512) 239-2545 and at the applicable regional office listed as follows. Written comments about an AO should be sent to the enforcement coordinator designated for each AO at the commission's central office at P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087 and must be received by 5:00 p.m. on December 10, 2024. Written comments may also be sent by facsimile machine to the enforcement coordinator at (512) 239-2550. The commission's enforcement coordinators are available to discuss the AOs and/or the comment procedure at the listed phone numbers; however, TWC, §7.075, provides that comments on the AOs shall be submitted to the commission in writing.
(1) COMPANY: City of Missouri City; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-1268-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101528461; LOCATION: Missouri City, Fort Bend County; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment facility; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §305.125(1), TWC, §26.121(a)(1), and Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit Number WQ0014100001, Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Requirements Numbers 1 and 6, by failing to comply with permitted effluent limitations; PENALTY: $34,500; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Taylor Williamson, (512) 239-2097; REGIONAL OFFICE: P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-2545.
(2) COMPANY: Civil Constructors, Incorporated; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-1254-WQ-E; IDENTIFIER: RN112004114; LOCATION: Iola, Grimes County; TYPE OF FACILITY: construction site; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §281.25(a)(4) and 40 Code of Federal Regulations §122.26(c), by failing to obtain authorization to discharge stormwater associated with construction activities; PENALTY: $6,750; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Monica Larina, (361) 881-6965; REGIONAL OFFICE: 500 North Shoreline Boulevard, Suite 500, Corpus Christi, Texas 78401, (361) 881-6900.
(3) COMPANY: D.R. Horton - Texas, Ltd.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-1190-WQ-E; IDENTIFIER: RN111381588; LOCATION: Magnolia, Montgomery County; TYPE OF FACILITY: construction site; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §281.25(a)(4) and Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System General Permit Number TXR1547HI, Part III, Section F.6(a), by failing to maintain best management practices in effective operating condition; PENALTY: $600; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Megan Crinklaw, (512) 239-1129; REGIONAL OFFICE: P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-2545.
(4) COMPANY: Five S Group, L.L.C.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-1196-WQ-E; IDENTIFIER: RN110914868; LOCATION: Port Arthur, Jefferson County; TYPE OF FACILITY: aggregate production operation (APO); RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §281.25(a)(4) and 40 Code of Federal Regulations §122.26(c), by failing to maintain authorization to discharge stormwater associated with APO; PENALTY: $22,500; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Madison Stringer, (512) 239-1126; REGIONAL OFFICE: P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-2545.
(5) COMPANY: FORTEZZA LLC; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-1429-WQ-E; IDENTIFIER: RN111458246; LOCATION: Sweetwater, Nolan County; TYPE OF FACILITY: operator; RULE VIOLATED: 30 TAC §281.25(a)(4), by failing to obtain authorization to discharge stormwater associated with construction activities; PENALTY: $875; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Alejandra Basave, (512) 239-4168; REGIONAL OFFICE: 14250 Judson Road, San Antonio, Texas 78233-4480, (210) 492-3096.
(6) COMPANY: GARY WATER SUPPLY CORPORATION; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-0748-PWS-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101436004; LOCATION: Gary, Panola County; TYPE OF FACILITY: public water supply; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §290.39(j)(2) and Texas Health and Safety Code (THSC), §341.0351, by failing to notify the executive director (ED) in writing of the addition of treatment chemicals, including long-term treatment changes, that will impact the corrosivity of the water; 30 TAC §290.45(b)(1)(D)(i) and THSC, §341.0315(c), by failing to provide a minimum well capacity; 30 TAC §290.45(b)(1)(D)(ii) and THSC, §341.0315(c), by failing to provide a total storage capacity of 200 gallons per connection; 30 TAC §290.45(b)(1)(D)(iii) and THSC, §341.0315(c), by failing to provide two or more service pumps having a total capacity of 2.0 gallons per minute (gpm) per connection or that have a total capacity of at least 1,000 gpm and the ability to meet peak hourly demands with the largest pump out of service, whichever is less, at each pump station or pressure plane; 30 TAC §290.46(d)(2)(B) and 290.110(b)(4) and THSC, §341.0315(c), by failing to maintain a disinfectant residual of at least 0.5 milligrams per liter of chloramine throughout the distribution system at all times; 30 TAC §290.46(e) and THSC, §341.033(a), by failing to use a water works operator who holds an applicable, valid license issued by the ED; and 30 TAC §290.46(m), by failing to initiate maintenance and housekeeping practices to ensure the good working condition and general appearance of the system's facilities and equipment; PENALTY: $2,224; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Wyatt Throm, (512) 239-1120; REGIONAL OFFICE: P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-2545.
(7) COMPANY: HUSHAH LLC dba Jonathan's; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-0509-PST-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101434637; LOCATION: Kaufman, Kaufman County; TYPE OF FACILITY: convenience store with retail sales of gasoline; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §334.49(a)(1) and TWC, §26.3475(d), by failing to provide corrosion protection for the underground storage tank system; PENALTY: $3,000; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Faye Renfro, (512) 239-1833; REGIONAL OFFICE: P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-2545.
(8) COMPANY: Ingram Readymix, Incorporated; DOCKET NUMBER: 2022-1035-AIR-E; IDENTIFIER: RN102736857; LOCATION: Boerne, Kendall County; TYPE OF FACILITY: concrete batch plant; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §116.110(a) and §116.116(b)(1) and Texas Health and Safety Code (THSC), §382.0518(a) and §382.085(b), by failing to obtain a permit amendment prior to constructing or modifying a source of air contaminants; and 30 TAC §116.115(b)(2)(F) and (c), New Source Review Permit Number 1781A, Special Conditions Number 1, and THSC, §382.085(b), by failing to comply with the permitted production limit; PENALTY: $6,563; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Desmond Martin, (512) 239-2814; REGIONAL OFFICE: P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-2545.
(9) COMPANY: Jarrell Development Group LLC; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-1280-WQ-E; IDENTIFIER: RN111497525; LOCATION: Jarrell, Williamson County; TYPE OF FACILITY: construction site; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §281.25(a)(4) and 40 Code of Federal Regulations §122.26(c), by failing to maintain authorization to discharge stormwater associated with construction activities; PENALTY: $7,500; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Madison Stringer, (512) 239-1126; REGIONAL OFFICE: P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-2545.
(10) COMPANY: JW Sands, LLC; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-1252-WQ-E; IDENTIFIER: RN110059409; LOCATION: Von Ormy, Bexar County; TYPE OF FACILITY: sand processing plant; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §281.25(a)(4) and 40 Code of Federal Regulations §122.26(c), by failing to obtain authorization to discharge stormwater associated with industrial activities; PENALTY: $5,950; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Madison Stringer, (512) 239-1126; REGIONAL OFFICE: P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-2545.
(11) COMPANY: Loyalty Property Group, LLC; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-0024-WQ-E; IDENTIFIER: RN111744736; LOCATION: Mansfield, Tarrant County; TYPE OF FACILITY: construction site; RULES VIOLATED: TWC, §26.121(a)(2), by failing to prevent an unauthorized discharge of pollutants into or adjacent to any water in the state; 30 TAC §281.25(a)(4) and Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) General Permit Number TXR1532MX, Part III, Section D.1, by failing to provide a copy of the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan upon request; and 30 TAC §281.25(a)(4) and TPDES General Permit Number TXR1532MX, Part IV, Section A, by failing to design, install, and maintain effective sediment controls to minimize the discharge of pollutants from the site; PENALTY: $6,300; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Nancy M. Sims, (512) 239-5053; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Street, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1452, (713) 767-3500.
(12) COMPANY: Manvel Utilities Limited Partnership; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-1290-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER: RN102754504; LOCATION: Manvel, Brazoria County; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment facility; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §305.125(1), TWC, §26.121(a)(1), and Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit Number WQ0014188001, Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Requirements Number 1, by failing to comply with permitted effluent limitations; PENALTY: $16,875; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Sarah Castillo, (512) 239-1130; REGIONAL OFFICE: P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-2545.
(13) COMPANY: MOORE, ROBERT R; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-1636-WR-E; IDENTIFIER: RN102883865; LOCATION: Medina, Kerr County; TYPE OF FACILITY: operator; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §297.11 and TWC, §11.081 and §11.121, by failing to obtain authorization prior to diverting, storing, impounding, taking, or using state water, or beginning construction of any work designed for the storage, taking, or diversion of water; PENALTY: $350; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Nancy M. Sims, (512) 239-5053; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Street, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1452, (713) 767-3500.
(14) COMPANY: MOORE, WILLIAM H; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-1635-WR-E; IDENTIFIER: RN102883865; LOCATION: Hunt, Kerr County; TYPE OF FACILITY: operator; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §297.11 and TWC, §11.081 and §11.121, by failing to obtain authorization prior to diverting, storing, impounding, taking, or using state water, or beginning construction of any work designed for the storage, taking, or diversion of water; PENALTY: $350; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Nancy M. Sims, (512) 239-5053; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Street, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1452, (713) 767-3500.
(15) COMPANY: MOSCOW WATER SUPPLY Corporation; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-0577-PWS-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101652576; LOCATION: Moscow, Polk County; TYPE OF FACILITY: public water supply; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §290.39(o)(3) and §290.45(h)(1), by failing to adopt and submit a complete emergency preparedness plan that demonstrates the facility's ability to provide emergency operations; PENALTY: $55; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Mason DeMasi, (210) 657-8425; REGIONAL OFFICE: 14250 Judson Road, San Antonio, Texas 78233-4480, (210) 492-3096.
(16) COMPANY: PALASOTA CONTRACTING, LLC and JK Investment Partners, LLC; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-1255-WQ-E; IDENTIFIER: RN111966362; LOCATION: Somerville, Burleson County; TYPE OF FACILITY: construction site; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §281.25(a)(4) and 40 Code of Federal Regulations §122.26(c), by failing to obtain authorization to discharge stormwater associated with construction activities; PENALTY: $2,500; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Madison Stringer, (512) 239-1126; REGIONAL OFFICE: P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-2545.
(17) COMPANY: Permian Basin Materials, LLC; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-1301-OSS-E; IDENTIFIER: RN108102419; LOCATION: Lockney, Floyd County; TYPE OF FACILITY: on-site sewage facility (OSSF); RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §285.3(a) and Texas Health and Safety Code, §366.004 and §366.051(a), by failing to obtain authorization to construct, alter, repair extend, or operate an OSSF; PENALTY: $900; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Kolby Farren, (512) 239-2098; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Street, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1452, (713) 767-3500.
(18) COMPANY: RK Hall, LLC; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-0269-WQ-E; IDENTIFIER: RN111775599; LOCATION: Ponder, Denton County; TYPE OF FACILITY: concrete batch plant; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §281.25(a)(4) and 40 Code of Federal Regulations §122.26(c), by failing to obtain authorization to discharge stormwater associated with construction activities; 30 TAC §281.25(a)(4) and Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) General Permit Number TXR05GD76 Part III, Section A.3(d)(2) and (4), by failing to identify all activities and significant materials that may potentially be pollutant sources in the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan; 30 TAC §281.25(a)(4), TWC, §26.121(a)(1), and TPDES General Permit Number TXR05GD76 Part III, Section A.4(f)(5), by failing to implement spill prevention, detection, and cleanup procedures and techniques; 30 TAC §281.25(a)(4) and TPDES General Permit Number TXR05GD76 Part III, Section B.3, by failing to visually examine stormwater discharges from each outfall on a quarterly basis; and 30 TAC §281.25(a)(4), TWC, §26.121(a)(1) and TPDES General Permit Number TXR05GD76 Part V, Section E.2, by failing to prevent the unauthorized discharge of industrial wastewater into or adjacent to any water in the state; PENALTY: $16,707; SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT OFFSET AMOUNT: $6,683; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Nancy M. Sims, (512) 239-5053; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Street, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1452, (713) 767-3500.
(19) COMPANY: Saddle and Surrey Acres Water Supply Corporation; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-0317-MLM-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101241008; LOCATION: Montgomery, Montgomery County; TYPE OF FACILITY: public water supply; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §290.39(j) and Texas Health and Safety Code (THSC), §341.0351, by failing to notify the executive director (ED) prior to making any significant change or addition to the system's production, treatment, storage, pressure maintenance, or distribution facilities; 30 TAC §290.46(f)(3)(A)(i)(III) and (iv), by failing to maintain water works operation and maintenance records and make them readily available for review by the ED upon request; 30 TAC §290.46(i), by failing to adopt an adequate plumbing ordinance, regulations, or service agreement with provisions for proper enforcement to ensure that neither cross-connections nor other unacceptable plumbing practices are permitted; 30 TAC §290.46(n)(1), by failing to maintain at the public water system accurate and up-to-date detailed as-built plans or record drawings and specifications for each treatment plant, pump station, and storage tank until the facility is decommissioned; 30 TAC §290.46(n)(3), by failing to keep on file copies of well completion data as defined in 30 TAC §290.41(c)(3)(A) for as long as the well remains in service; and 30 TAC §291.93(3)(A) and TWC, §13.139(d), by failing to provide a written planning report for a utility possessing a Certificate of Convenience and Necessity that has reached or exceeded 85% of all or part of its capacity; PENALTY: $2,100; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Mason DeMasi, (210) 657-8425; REGIONAL OFFICE: 14250 Judson Road, San Antonio, Texas 78233-4480, (210) 492-3096.
(20) COMPANY: SONA ENTERPRISES INCORPORATED dba Platinum Food Mart; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-1206-PST-E; IDENTIFIER: RN102712577; LOCATION: San Antonio, Bexar County; TYPE OF FACILITY: convenience store with retail sales of gasoline; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §334.50(b)(1)(A) and TWC, §26.3475(c)(1), by failing to monitor the underground storage tanks in a manner which will detect a release at a frequency of at least once every 30 days; PENALTY: $3,750; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Rachel Murray, (903) 535-5149; REGIONAL OFFICE: 2916 Teague Drive, Tyler, Texas 75701-3734, (903) 535-5100.
(21) COMPANY: South Garza Water Supply Corporation and CLIFFORD and CLYDE KITTEN, L.P.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-1198-PWS-E; IDENTIFIER: RN104192109; LOCATION: Justiceburg, Garza County; TYPE OF FACILITY: public water supply; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §290.115(f)(1) and Texas Health and Safety Code, §341.0315(c), by failing to comply with the maximum contaminant level of 0.080 milligrams per liter for total trihalomethanes, based on the locational running annual average; PENALTY: $1,437; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: De'Shaune Blake, (210) 403-4033; REGIONAL OFFICE: 14250 Judson Road, San Antonio, Texas 78233-4480, (210) 492-3096.
(22) COMPANY: Texas Concrete Enterprise, L.L.C.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-0507-WQ-E; IDENTIFIER: RN108298225; LOCATION: Cleveland, Liberty County; TYPE OF FACILITY: aggregate production operation; RULE VIOLATED: TWC, §26.121(a), by failing to prevent the unauthorized discharge of pollutants into or adjacent to water of the state; PENALTY: $4,388; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Madison Stringer, (512) 239-1126; REGIONAL OFFICE: P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-2545.
(23) COMPANY: TEXAS EASTERN TRANSMISSION LP; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-1428-WR-E; IDENTIFIER: RN111964052; LOCATION: East Columbia, Brazoria County; TYPE OF FACILITY: operator; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §297.11 and TWC, §11.081 and §11.121, by failing to obtain authorization prior to diverting, storing, impounding, taking, or using state water, or beginning construction of any work designed for the storage, taking, or diversion of water; PENALTY: $350; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Alejandra Basave, (512) 239-4168; REGIONAL OFFICE: 14250 Judson Road, San Antonio, Texas 78233-4480, (210) 492-3096.
(24) COMPANY: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department; DOCKET NUMBER: 2023-0794-PWS-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101176048; LOCATION: Presidio, Presidio County; TYPE OF FACILITY: public water supply; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §290.39(j) and Texas Health and Safety Code, §341.0351, by failing to notify the Executive Director prior to making any significant change or addition to the system's production, treatment, storage, pressure maintenance, or distribution facilities; PENALTY: $1,000; SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT OFFSET AMOUNT: $800; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Ronica Rodriguez Scott, (512) 239-2510; REGIONAL OFFICE: P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-2545.
(25) COMPANY: US Foods, Incorporated; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-0216-PST-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101804557; LOCATION: Lubbock, Lubbock County; TYPE OF FACILITY: fleet refueling facility; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §334.8(c)(4)(A)(vii) and (5)(B)(ii), by failing to renew a previously issued underground storage tank (UST) delivery certificate by submitting a properly completed UST registration and self-certification form at least 30 days before the expiration date; and 30 TAC §334.8(c)(5)(A)(i) and TWC, §26.3467(a), by failing to make available to a common carrier a valid, current TCEQ delivery certificate before accepting delivery of a regulated substance into the USTs; PENALTY: $3,250; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Stephanie McCurley, (512) 239-2607; REGIONAL OFFICE: P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-2545.
TRD-202405158
Gitanjali Yadav
Deputy Director, Litigation
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: October 29, 2024
APPLICATION AND PRELIMINARY DECISION. City of Liberty Hill, 926 Loop 332, Liberty Hill, Texas 78642, has applied to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for a renewal of Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) Permit No. WQ0015000001, which authorizes the discharge of treated domestic wastewater at an annual average flow not to exceed 1,400,000 gallons per day. TCEQ received this application on March 23, 2023.
This combined notice is being issued to replace "renewal with minor amendment" with "renewal" that was provided in the NORI and NAPD.
The facility will be located approximately 2.5 miles north of the intersection of Ronald Reagan Boulevard and State Highway 29, in Williamson County, Texas 78628. The treated effluent will be discharged to an unnamed tributary, thence to Sowes Branch, thence to North Fork San Gabriel River in Segment No. 1251 of the Brazos River Basin. The unclassified receiving water uses are minimal aquatic life use for the unnamed tributary, and limited aquatic life use for Sowes Branch. The designated uses for Segment No. 1251 are primary contact recreation, public water supply, aquifer protection, and high aquatic life use. This link to an electronic map of the site or facility's general location is provided as a public courtesy and is not part of the application or notice. For the exact location, refer to the application.
https://gisweb.tceq.texas.gov/LocationMapper/?marker=-97.842222,30.672777&level=18
The TCEQ Executive Director has completed the technical review of the application and prepared a draft permit. The draft permit, if approved, would establish the conditions under which the facility must operate. The Executive Director has made a preliminary decision that this permit, if issued, meets all statutory and regulatory requirements. The permit application, Executive Director's preliminary decision, and draft permit are available for viewing and copying at Liberty Hill Public Library, 355 Loop 332, Liberty Hill, Texas 78642.
PUBLIC COMMENT / PUBLIC MEETING. A public meeting will be held and will consist of two parts, an Informal Discussion Period and a Formal Comment Period. A public meeting is not a contested case hearing under the Administrative Procedure Act. During the Informal Discussion Period, the public will be encouraged to ask questions of the applicant and TCEQ staff concerning the permit application. The comments and questions submitted orally during the Informal Discussion Period will not be considered before a decision is reached on the permit application and no formal response will be made. Responses will be provided orally during the Informal Discussion Period. During the Formal Comment Period on the permit application, members of the public may state their formal comments orally into the official record. A written response to all timely, relevant and material, or significant comments will be prepared by the Executive Director. All formal comments will be considered before a decision is reached on the permit application. A copy of the written response will be sent to each person who submits a formal comment or who requested to be on the mailing list for this permit application and provides a mailing address. Only relevant and material issues raised during the Formal Comment Period can be considered if a contested case hearing is granted on this permit application.
The Public Meeting is to be held:
Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
Rock Pointe Event Center
170 CR 214 Liberty Hill, Texas 78642
Persons with disabilities who need special accommodations at the meeting should call the Office of the Chief Clerk at (512) 239-3300 or (800) RELAY-TX (TDD) at least five days prior to the meeting.
OPPORTUNITY FOR A CONTESTED CASE HEARING. After the deadline for submitting public comments, the Executive Director will consider all timely comments and prepare a response to all relevant and material, or significant public comments. Unless the application is directly referred for a contested case hearing, the response to comments will be mailed to everyone who submitted public comments and to those persons who are on the mailing list for this application. If comments are received, the mailing will also provide instructions for requesting a contested case hearing or reconsideration of the Executive Director's decision. A contested case hearing is a legal proceeding similar to a civil trial in a state district court.
TO REQUEST A CONTESTED CASE HEARING, YOU MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS IN YOUR REQUEST: your name, address, phone number; applicant's name and proposed permit number; the location and distance of your property/activities relative to the proposed facility; a specific description of how you would be adversely affected by the facility in a way not common to the general public; a list of all disputed issues of fact that you submit during the comment period; and the statement "[I/we] request a contested case hearing." If the request for contested case hearing is filed on behalf of a group or association, the request must designate the group's representative for receiving future correspondence; identify by name and physical address an individual member of the group who would be adversely affected by the proposed facility or activity; provide the information discussed above regarding the affected member's location and distance from the facility or activity; explain how and why the member would be affected; and explain how the interests the group seeks to protect are relevant to the group's purpose.
Following the close of all applicable comment and request periods, the Executive Director will forward the application and any requests for reconsideration or for a contested case hearing to the TCEQ Commissioners for their consideration at a scheduled Commission meeting.
The Commission may only grant a request for a contested case hearing on issues the requestor submitted in their timely comments that were not subsequently withdrawn. If a hearing is granted, the subject of a hearing will be limited to disputed issues of fact or mixed questions of fact and law relating to relevant and material water quality concerns submitted during the comment period.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ACTION. The Executive Director may issue final approval of the application unless a timely contested case hearing request or request for reconsideration is filed. If a timely hearing request or request for reconsideration is filed, the Executive Director will not issue final approval of the permit and will forward the application and request to the TCEQ Commissioners for their consideration at a scheduled Commission meeting.
MAILING LIST. If you submit public comments, a request for a contested case hearing or a reconsideration of the Executive Director's decision, you will be added to the mailing list for this specific application to receive future public notices mailed by the Office of the Chief Clerk. In addition, you may request to be placed on: (1) the permanent mailing list for a specific applicant name and permit number; and/or (2) the mailing list for a specific county. If you wish to be placed on the permanent and/or the county mailing list, clearly specify which list(s) and send your request to TCEQ Office of the Chief Clerk at the address below.
All written public comments and public meeting requests must be submitted to the Office of the Chief Clerk, MC 105, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087 or electronically at www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/comment within 30 days from the date of newspaper publication of this notice or by the date of the public meeting, whichever is later.
INFORMATION AVAILABLE ONLINE. For details about the status of the application, visit the Commissioners' Integrated Database at www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/cid. Search the database using the permit number for this application, which is provided at the top of this notice.
AGENCY CONTACTS AND INFORMATION. Public comments and requests must be submitted either electronically at www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/comment, or in writing to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Office of the Chief Clerk, MC 105, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087. Any personal information you submit to the TCEQ will become part of the agency's record; this includes email addresses. For more information about this permit application or the permitting process, please call the TCEQ Public Education Program, Toll Free, at (800) 687-4040 or visit their website at www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/pep. Si desea información en español, puede llamar al (800) 687-4040.
Further information may also be obtained from City of Liberty Hill at the address stated above or by calling Mr. David Thomison, Wastewater Superintendent, at (512) 778-5449.
Issuance Date: October 24, 2024
TRD-202405172
Laurie Gharis
Chief Clerk
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: October 30, 2024
An agreed order was adopted regarding City of Austin, Docket No. 2022‑0673‑MWD‑E on October 25, 2024 assessing $25,000 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Megan Crinklaw, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding City of Zavalla, Docket No. 2022‑1525‑PWS‑E on October 25, 2024 assessing $3,767 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Ronica Rodriguez, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
A default order was adopted regarding DEANVILLE WATER SUPPLY CORPORATION, Docket No. 2022‑1593‑MLM‑E on October 25, 2024 assessing $25,375 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Cynthia Sirois, Staff Attorney at (512) 239‑3400, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding GAFFORD'S CHAPEL WATER SUPPLY CORPORATION, Docket No. 2023‑0333‑PWS‑E on October 25, 2024 assessing $4,150 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Miles Wehner, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding WORLD FUEL SERVICES, INC. dba World Kinect Energy Services, Docket No. 2023‑0591‑PST‑E on October 25, 2024 assessing $7,520 in administrative penalties with $1,504 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Faye Renfro, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding A-Affordable Boat & RV Storage - Liberty Hill, LLC, Docket No. 2023‑1098‑EAQ‑E on October 25, 2024 assessing $10,000 in administrative penalties with $2,000 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Megan Crinklaw, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding City of Killeen, Docket No. 2023‑1221‑WQ‑E on October 25, 2024 assessing $9,375 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Samantha Smith, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding BOBCAT TRUCKING, INC., Docket No. 2023‑1428‑MLM‑E on October 25, 2024 assessing $13,500 in administrative penalties with $2,700 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Mistie Gonzales, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Dunadan Properties, LLC, Docket No. 2024‑0008‑PWS‑E on October 25, 2024 assessing $6,955 in administrative penalties with $2,675 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Taner Hengst, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding MEREGRASS, INC., Docket No. 2024‑0233‑MLM‑E on October 25, 2024 assessing $26,338 in administrative penalties with $5,267 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Eresha DeSilva, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Northside Independent School District, Docket No. 2024‑0534‑EAQ‑E on October 25, 2024 assessing $9,750 in administrative penalties with $1,950 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Megan Crinklaw, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Enterprise Products Operating LLC, Docket No. 2024‑0811‑AIR‑E on October 25, 2024 assessing $10,875 in administrative penalties with $2,175 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Christina Ferrara, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding The Overlook NB LLC, Docket No. 2024‑0964‑EAQ‑E on October 25, 2024 assessing $9,000 in administrative penalties with $1,800 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Megan Crinklaw, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Kinder Morgan Production Company LLC, Docket No. 2024‑0979‑AIR‑E on October 25, 2024 assessing $25,000 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Rajesh Acharya, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding OLD PAL CORPORATION, Docket No. 2024‑1004‑WQ‑E on October 25, 2024 assessing $10,000 in administrative penalties with $2,000 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Madison Stringer, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
TRD-202405173
Laurie Gharis
Chief Clerk
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: October 30, 2024
An agreed order was adopted regarding Solo Cup Operating Corporation, Docket No. 2022‑0338‑AIR‑E on October 29, 2024 assessing $3,375 in administrative penalties with $675 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Mackenzie Mehlmann, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding City of Valley View, Docket No. 2022‑1060‑MWD‑E on October 29, 2024 assessing $4,087 in administrative penalties with $817 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Monica Larina, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Addie Marlin dba Marlin Marina Water System, Docket No. 2022‑1549‑PWS‑E on October 29, 2024 assessing $230 in administrative penalties with $46 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Daphne Greene, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Grant McElwee III and Lajuana McElwee, Docket No. 2023‑0673‑OSS‑E on October 29, 2024 assessing $810 in administrative penalties with $162 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Kolby Farren, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Mill Creek Community, LLC, Docket No. 2023‑0718‑PWS‑E on October 29, 2024 assessing $3,900 in administrative penalties with $780 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Claudia Bartley, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Parker County, Docket No. 2023‑1105‑PST‑E on October 29, 2024 assessing $3,375 in administrative penalties with $675 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Ramyia Wendt, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Lemur Island Holdings LLC, Docket No. 2023‑1135‑AIR‑E on October 29, 2024 assessing $3,375 in administrative penalties with $675 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Amanda Diaz, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Burnett Ranches, LLC, Docket No. 2023‑1234‑PST‑E on October 29, 2024 assessing $3,440 in administrative penalties with $688 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Faye Renfro, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Battle Cry Ministries, Inc., Docket No. 2023‑1360‑PWS‑E on October 29, 2024 assessing $1,535 in administrative penalties with $307 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Claudia Bartley, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Oak Creek RV, L.L.C., Docket No. 2023‑1647‑MWD‑E on October 29, 2024 assessing $5,812 in administrative penalties with $1,162 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Taylor Williamson, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding QuanaCo. LLC, Docket No. 2024‑0115‑PST‑E on October 29, 2024 assessing $6,128 in administrative penalties with $1,225 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Eresha DeSilva, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Walnut Creek Special Utility District, Docket No. 2024‑0142‑PWS‑E on October 29, 2024 assessing $3,204 in administrative penalties with $640 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Taner Hengst, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Texan Concrete Enterprise Ready Mix, Inc., Docket No. 2024‑0195‑WQ‑E on October 29, 2024 assessing $1,500 in administrative penalties with $300 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Harley Hobson, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Nortex RediMix, LLC, Docket No. 2024‑0421‑WQ‑E on October 29, 2024 assessing $2,362 in administrative penalties with $472 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Monica Larina, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding G J PETRO LLC dba 365 Food & Fuel 9, Docket No. 2024‑0687‑PST‑E on October 29, 2024 assessing $4,750 in administrative penalties with $950 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Faye Renfro, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding BUSINESS CONSULTANT, INC, Docket No. 2024‑0867‑PST‑E on October 29, 2024 assessing $6,750 in administrative penalties with $1,350 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Eunice Adegelu, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239‑2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087.
TRD-202405174
Laurie Gharis
Chief Clerk
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: October 30, 2024
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ or commission) is proposing to renew Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System General Permit No. TXG670000. This general permit authorizes the discharge of hydrostatic test water from new vessels; vessels which contained raw water, potable water, or elemental gases; or vessels which contained petroleum substances or waste related to petroleum substances. The draft general permit applies to the entire state of Texas. General permits are authorized by Texas Water Code, §26.040.
DRAFT GENERAL PERMIT. The executive director has prepared a draft general permit renewal with amendments of an existing general permit that authorizes the discharge of hydrostatic test water from new vessels; vessels which contained raw water, potable water, or elemental gases; or vessels which contained petroleum substances or waste related to petroleum substances. No significant degradation of high-quality waters is expected and existing uses will be maintained and protected. The executive director proposes to require regulated entities to submit a Notice of Intent to obtain authorization under the general permit.
The executive director has reviewed this action for consistency with the goals and policies of the Texas Coastal Management Program (CMP) according to General Land Office regulations and has determined that the action is consistent with applicable CMP goals and policies.
On the date that this notice is published, a copy of the draft general permit and fact sheet will be available for a minimum of 30 days for viewing and copying at the TCEQ Office of the Chief Clerk located at the TCEQ Austin office, at 12100 Park 35 Circle, Building F. These documents will also be available at the TCEQ's 16 regional offices and on the TCEQ website at https://www.tceq.texas.gov/permitting/wastewater/general/index.html.
PUBLIC COMMENT AND PUBLIC MEETING. You may submit public comments on this proposed general permit in writing or orally at the public meeting to be held by the TCEQ. The purpose of a public meeting is to provide the opportunity to submit written or oral comment or to ask questions about the proposed general permit. A public meeting is not a contested case hearing.
The hybrid in-person and virtual public meeting will be held at 9:30 a.m., December 9, 2024, in TCEQ's complex at 12100 Park 35 Circle, Building B, Room 201A, Austin, Texas 78753.
Information for registering and attending the public meeting virtually is available at https://www.tceq.texas.gov/permitting/wastewater/general/index.html.
Written public comments must be received by the Office of the Chief Clerk, MC 105, TCEQ, PO Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087 or electronically at https://www14.tceq.texas.gov/epic/eComment/ within 30 days from the date this notice is published.
ALTERNATIVE LANGUAGE NOTICE. Alternative language notice in Spanish is available at https://www.tceq.texas.gov/permitting/wastewater/general/index.html. El aviso de idioma alternativo en español está disponible en https://www.tceq.texas.gov/permitting/wastewater/general/index.html.
APPROVAL PROCESS. After the comment period, the executive director will consider all the public comments and prepare a written response. The response will be filed with the TCEQ Office of the Chief Clerk at least 10 days before the scheduled commission meeting when the commission will consider approval of the general permit. The commission will consider all public comment in making its decision and will either adopt the executive director's response or prepare its own response. The commission will issue its written response on the general permit at the same time the commission issues or denies the general permit. A copy of any issued general permit and response to comments will be made available to the public for inspection at the agency's Austin office. A notice of the commissioners' action on the draft general permit and information on how to access the response to comments will be mailed to each person who submitted a comment. Also, a notice of the commission's action on the draft general permit and the text of its response to comments will be published in the Texas Register.
MAILING LISTS. In addition to submitting public comments, you may ask to be placed on a mailing list to receive future public notices mailed by the TCEQ Office of the Chief Clerk. You may request to be added to: 1) the mailing list for this specific general permit; 2) the permanent mailing list for a specific county; or 3) both. Clearly specify the mailing lists to which you wish to be added and send your request to the TCEQ Office of the Chief Clerk at the address previously mentioned. Unless you otherwise specify, you will be included only on the mailing list for this specific general permit.
INFORMATION. If you need more information about this general permit or the permitting process, please call the TCEQ Public Education Program, toll free, at 1 (800) 687-4040. General information about the TCEQ can be found at our website at: https://www.tceq.texas.gov.
Persons with disabilities who need special accommodations at the public meeting should call the Office of the Chief Clerk at (512) 239-3300 or 1-800-RELAY-TX (TDD) at least one week prior to the meeting.
Further information may also be obtained by calling Shannon Gibson, TCEQ Water Quality Division, at (512) 239-4284.
Si desea información en español, puede llamar 1-800-687-4040.
TRD-202405155
Charmaine Backens
Deputy Director, Environmental Law Division
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: October 29, 2024
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ or commission) staff is providing an opportunity for written public comment on the listed Default Order (DO). The commission staff proposes a DO when the staff has sent the Executive Director's Preliminary Report and Petition (EDPRP) to an entity outlining the alleged violations; the proposed penalty; the proposed technical requirements necessary to bring the entity back into compliance; and the entity fails to request a hearing on the matter within 20 days of its receipt of the EDPRP or requests a hearing and fails to participate at the hearing. Similar to the procedure followed with respect to Agreed Orders entered into by the executive director of the commission, in accordance with Texas Water Code (TWC), §7.075, this notice of the proposed order and the opportunity to comment is published in the Texas Register no later than the 30th day before the date on which the public comment period closes, which in this case is December 10, 2024. The commission will consider any written comments received, and the commission may withdraw or withhold approval of a DO if a comment discloses facts or considerations that indicate that consent to the proposed DO is inappropriate, improper, inadequate, or inconsistent with the requirements of the statutes and rules within the commission's jurisdiction, or the commission's orders and permits issued in accordance with the commission's regulatory authority. Additional notice of changes to a proposed DO is not required to be published if those changes are made in response to written comments.
A copy of the proposed DO is available for public inspection at both the commission'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 the DO should be sent to the attorney designated for the DO at the commission's central office at P.O. Box 13087, MC 175, Austin, Texas 78711‑3087 and must be received by 5:00 p.m. on December 10, 2024. The commission's attorney is available to discuss the DO and/or the comment procedure at the listed phone number; however, TWC, §7.075, provides that comments on the DO shall be submitted to the commission in writing.
(1) COMPANY: Lonnie Wooten; DOCKET NUMBER: 2021-0786-MLM-E; TCEQ ID NUMBER: RN111189536; LOCATION: 8274 West Old Sterling City Highway near San Angelo, Tom Green County; TYPE OF FACILITY: unauthorized municipal solid waste (MSW) site; RULES VIOLATED: 30 TAC §330.15(a) and (c), by causing, suffering, allowing, or permitting the unauthorized disposal of MSW; and Texas Health and Safety Code, §382.085(b) and 30 TAC §111.201, by causing, suffering, allowing, or permitting outdoor burning within the State of Texas; PENALTY: $11,629; STAFF ATTORNEY: Cynthia Sirois, Litigation, MC 175, (512) 239-3392; REGIONAL OFFICE: San Angelo Regional Office, 622 South Oakes, Suite K, San Angelo, Texas 76903-7035, (325) 655-9479.
TRD-202405160
Gitanjali Yadav
Deputy Director, Litigation
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: October 29, 2024
In the October 11, 2024, issue of the Texas Register (49 TexReg 8323, 49 TexReg 8330, and 49 TexReg 8420), the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (commission) published notice of a public hearing on the proposed revisions to 30 Texas Administrative Code Chapters 210 and 321 on November 12, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in Building D, Room 191 located at the commission's central office located at 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas.
Due to ongoing construction in Building D, this public hearing is being relocated to Building F, Room 4118 located at the commission's central office located at 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas. The hearing will remain on the date of November 12, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. and commission staff members will be available to discuss the proposal 30 minutes prior to the hearing at 9:30 a.m..
Individuals who plan to attend the hearing virtually and want to provide oral comments and/or want their attendance on record must register by November 8, 2024. To register for the hearing, please email Rules@tceq.texas.gov and provide the following information: your name, your affiliation, your email address, your phone number, and whether or not you plan to provide oral comments during the hearing. Instructions for participating in the hearing will be sent on November 8, 2024, to those who register for the hearing.
For the public who do not wish to provide oral comments but would like to view the hearing may do so at no cost at:
https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MzdkZDBiNGItNzhhOS00ZDNkLTgzNTEtNGIwZTgwNjRjMWEx%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22871a83a4-a1ce-4b7a-8156-3bcd93a08fba%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22e74a40ea-69d4-469d-a8ef-06f2c9ac2a80%22%7d
Persons who have special communication or other accommodation needs who are planning to attend the hearing should contact Sandy Wong, Office of Legal Services at (512) 239-1802 or 1-800-RELAY-TX (TDD). Requests should be made as far in advance as possible.
A Spanish translation of this notice is available at:
https://www.tceq.texas.gov/rules/hearings.html. If you need additional translation services, please contact TCEQ at (800) 687-4040. Si desea información general en español, puede llamar al (800) 687-4040.
Written comments may be submitted to Gwen Ricco, MC 205, Office of Legal Services, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, or faxed to fax4808@tceq.texas.gov. Electronic comments may be submitted at: https://tceq.commentinput.com/ . File size restrictions may apply to comments being submitted via the TCEQ Public Comment system. All comments should reference Rule Project Number 2023-137-321-OW. The comment period closes November 12, 2024. Copies of the proposed rulemaking can be obtained from the commission's website at https://www.tceq.texas.gov/rules/propose_adopt.html. For further information, please contact Erika Crespo, Water Quality Division, (512) 239-1827.
TRD-202404971
Charmaine Backens
Deputy Director, Environmental Law Division
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: October 24, 2024
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ or commission) requests comments from the public on the draft October 2024 Update to the WQMP for the State of Texas.
Download the draft October 2024 WQMP Update at https://www.tceq.texas.gov/permitting/wqmp/WQmanagement_updates.html or view a printed copy at the TCEQ Library, Building A, 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas.
The WQMP is developed and promulgated in accordance with the requirements of the federal Clean Water Act, Section 208. The draft update includes projected effluent limits of specific domestic dischargers, which may be useful for planning in future permit actions. The draft update may also contain service area populations for listed wastewater treatment facilities, designated management agency information, and total maximum daily load (TMDL) revisions.
Once the commission certifies a WQMP update, it is submitted to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for approval. For some Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) permits, the EPA's approval of a corresponding WQMP update is a necessary precondition to TPDES permit issuance by the commission.
Deadline
All comments must be received at the TCEQ no later than 5:00 p.m. on December 10, 2024.
How to Submit Comments
Comments must be submitted in writing to:
Maria Benitez
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Water Quality Division, MC 148
P.O. Box 13087
Austin, Texas 78711-3087
Comments may also be faxed to (512) 239-4420 or emailed to Maria Benitez at Maria.Benitez@tceq.texas.gov but must be followed up with written comments by mail within five working days of the fax or email date or by the comment deadline, whichever is sooner.
For further information, or questions, please contact Ms. Benitez at (512) 239-6705 or by email at Maria.Benitez@tceq.texas.gov.
TRD-202405161
Charmaine Backens
Deputy Director, Environmental Law Division
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: October 29, 2024
LIST OF LATE FILERS
Below is a list from the Texas Ethics Commission naming the filers who failed to pay the penalty fine for failure to file the report, or filing a late report, in reference to the specified filing deadline. If you have any questions, you may contact Dave Guilianelli at (512) 463-5800.
Deadline: Semiannual Report due July 15, 2024 for Committees
#00016594 - Dianne Morphew, Taylor County Democratic PAC (CEC), 2526 Bennett Drive, Abilene, Texas 79605
#00080185 - Latonya Rudolph, Northeast Houston AFT Committee on Political Education, 5310 E. Sam Houston Pkwy N., Suite M, Houston, Texas 77015
#00083026 - Lizeth Chacon, Workers Defense Action Fund PAC, 5604 Manor Road, Austin, Texas 78723
#00053429 - Mark E. Maher, Jr., Operator's Political Educational and Recruitment Awareness Towards Elections, P.O. Box 1410, Mont Belvieu, Texas 77580
#00055002 - Joseph C McCullough, IAFF 399 Beaumont Political Action Committee, 900 Bryan Ln, Lumberton, Texas 77657
#00081138 - James Esquenazi, Killeen Firefighters for Responsible Government, 519 Lonesome Oak Dr, Copperas Cove, Texas 76522
#00082740 - Lyndsey Stang, Citizens for Excellent Education in Dripping Springs, P.O. Box 1752, Dripping Springs, Texas 78620
#00085302 - Leland Bickers, Save Austin Now PAC, 807 Brazos Street. #304, Austin, Texas 78701
#00088454 - Anthony Reed, Texans for Law & Order PAC, 4425 Knowledge Dr, Haltom City, Texas 76117
#00017166 - Richard Gonzalez, Hidalgo County Democratic Party (P), P.O. Box 3903, Edinburg, Texas 78540
#00084963 - Ricky McNeal, Vote Yes Garland ISD, P.O. Box 460353, Garland, Texas 75046
#00088632 - Terence Henricks, Vote Yes Kaufman ISD, 2151 Kandy Ln, Kaufman, Texas 75142
#00082777 - Coymelle K. Murchison, Vote For Her, 4624 Weehaven Dr, Dallas, Texas 75232
#00087032 - Michael Sabouni, Alliance PAC, 6200 Savoy Dr, Suite 100, Houston, Texas 77036
#00039023 - Leland Bickers, Travis County Republican Party (CEC), 1212 Guadalupe #303, Austin, Texas 78701
#00023943 - Amber A. Avis, Webb County Democratic Party (CEC), 1802 Houston St., Laredo, Texas 78040
#00086823 - Allison Melnar, Conservatives of Greater Spring Branch, 2611 Hollow Hook, Houston, Texas 77080
#00085288 - Carol Adams, Star Patriots, 6125 Luther Ln, Suite 245, Dallas, Texas 75225
#00087185 - Theodore LeBlanc, Conservatives of Lake Houston Area PAC, 1414 Stonehollow Dr, Suite 3, Kingwood, Texas 77345
#00084224 - Sam Barbee, North Texas Physicians PAC of the Collin-Fannin County Medical Society, 2701 West 15th Street, Suite 501, Plano, Texas 75075
#00088707 - Barbara Frazier, Moving Morgan Mill Forward, 380 West FM 1188, Stephenville, Texas 76401
#00088619 - Alicia Lopez, Support Bovina ISD Bond, 408 West 15th Street, Friona, Texas 79035
#00085912 - Chenoa Magott, The Future is Now ECISD, 8114 S. Foster Road #1, San Antonio, Texas 78222
#00088758 - Daniel Hux, It's OK to Vote NO, Mabank, 12290 CR 2139, Aley, Texas 75143
#00040697 - Jason Timothy, Republican Party of Bell County (CEC), 8307 Wellcrest Dr, Killeen, Texas 76542
#00028484 - Stephanie Phillips, Justice For All PAC, 7615 Burning Hills Dr, Houston, Texas 77071
#00080961 - Jacob P. Limon, Revolution Texas, 2022 Ford St., Austin, Texas 78704
#00017097 - Diana Lin Riley, Highland Lakes Republican Women, 871 Fir Lane, Cottonwood Shores, Texas 78657
#00086580 - Christine Vorderbruggen, Keep Collin Red, 813 Fairlawn St., Allen, Texas 75002
#00086930 - Carter Keating, Texas Agriculture Connection PAC, 51 Rainey Street., Apt. 1109, Austin, Texas 78701
#00016772 - Amy J. Ables, Foundation Appraisers Coalition Of Texas PAC (FACT), 3209 Blue Ridge Dr, Cedar Park, Texas 78613
#00081032 - Scott Sanford, Texas Legislative Prayer Caucus, c/o Debbie Terry P.O. Box 147, Argyle, Texas 76226
#00087773 - Larry Hicks, Stand with Paxton PAC, 10500 Northwest Freeway, Suite 212, Houston, Texas 77092
#00088405 - Steven Hotze, Woodfill For Texas PAC, 20214 Braidwood Dr, Katy, Texas 77450
#00088609 - Devan Stoglin, Vote for Our Kids - 2024 Connally ISD Bond, 628 Powers Street, Waco, Texas 76705
#00088747 - Aaron Quarles, Friends of Grayson College, 150 White Dove Trail, Denison, Texas 75020
#00088632 - Terence Henricks, Vote Yes Kaufman ISD, 2151 Kandy Lane, Kaufman, Texas 75142
#00017147 - Janet Ahmad, Homeowner-Taxpayer Association of Bexar County, Inc. Political Action Committee, 18 Silverhorn Drive, San Antonio, Texas 78216
#00016112 - Juan G. Arellano, Brownsville Police Officers Association PAC, 5460 Paredes Line Rd., Suite 197-B, Brownsville, Texas 78521
#00024965 - Karen Y. Kirkpatrick, GMP Local Union #259, 2505 Ethel Ave., Waco, Texas 76707
#00039020 - Sherri T. Statler, Abilene PAC, P.O. Box 2482, Abilene, Texas 79604
#00068179 - Kristen D. Johnson Eklund, A Better Grapevine, 1214 Bellaire Dr, Grapevine, Texas 76051
#00068739 - Joshua Williams, Business Leaders for Growth Political Action Committee, 6102 Mapleton Meadow Ln, Richmond, Texas 77407
#00058143 - Jo Ann Baker, Texas Alliance Oil and Gas PAC, 705 8th St., Ste. 705, Wichita Falls, Texas 76301
#00063437 - Susan R. Fowler, Texas Motion Picture Alliance PAC, c/o Susan Fowler, 4809 Comal St., Pearland, Texas 77581
#00065031 - Christopher V. Tyrone, Haltom City Firefighters Committee for Responsible Government, P.O. Box 37045, Haltom City, Texas 76117
#00065928 - Adrian Patterson, Houston Business-Education Coalition PAC, 609 Main St., 40th Floor, Houston, Texas 77002
#00080766 - George Castillo, Jr., South San Community PAC, P.O. Box 242221, San Antonio, Texas 78224
#00082766 - Irasema Gonzalez, Six Pac, 426 W. Caffery, Pharr, Texas 78577
#00082537 - Maureen Ball, Freedom and Liberty Conservatives PAC, 15899 Hwy 105 West Suite A, Montgomery, Texas 77356
#00083796 - Anthony Carpenter, United Patriots PAC, P.O. Box 1386, Sugar Land, Texas 77487
#00082815 - Coymelle K. Murchison, Texas Truth In Politics (TXTIP), 4624 Weehaven Drive, Dallas, Texas 75232
#00083407 - Syed F. Hassan, Coalition for a Better Arlington, 601 Engleside Dr., Arlington, Texas 76018
#00085831 - Steve Klein, Friends of Good Government, 404 Ball Airport Rd., Victoria, Texas 77904
#00085310 - Adrian Flores, Jr., Texas Pole PAC, 425 W. Craig, San Antonio, Texas 78212
#00084062 - Brian Dungan, Carrollton Democrats Club, 2121 Marsh Ln., Apt. 209, Carrollton, Texas 75006
#00083564 - Travis Q. Parmer, Good Government Fort Worth, 3000 South Hulen St., Ste. 124306, Fort Worth, Texas 76107
#00086875 - Taylor J. Major, Lone Star Improvement Fund, P.O. Box 871, Austin, Texas 78767
#00086906 - John B. Austin, Texans for Justice, P.O. Box 461021, San Antonio, Texas 78217
#00086988 - Oscar Saenz, Jr., Judson Advancement for Children Committee, 1110 Passion Flower Way, Richmond, Texas 77406
#00087069 - Michael A. Kolenc, Harris Forward, 655 Yale Street, Apt. 461, Houston, Texas 77007
#00087075 - Brian M. Talbot, Jr., 2023 Solidarity Convention PAC, 306 McCarthur Dr., Leander, Texas 78641
#00087651 - Chereen Fisher, Texas Professional Vacation Rental Coalition PAC, 3606 Arrowhead Dr, Austin, Texas 78731
#00087350 - Nicole J. Donatelli, Northwest Family First, 5 Llano Dr, Roanoke, Texas 76262
#00085749 - Aaron R. Armijo, Sugar Land Professional Fire Fighters - PAC, 29014 Hauter Way, Fulshear, Texas 77441
#00087431 - Yvette B. Martinez, Christians for a Better Bexar County, 1230 Duke Rd., San Antonio, Texas 78264
#00087313 - Nicole J. Donatelli, NWISD Family First PAC, 5 Llano Dr., Trophy Club, Texas 76262
#00087590 - Nathan Gower Schwarz, Greenpoint Urban Living Political Association & Resident's Rights Group (GULP-ARRG), 4604 S. Sugar Road #928, Edinburg, Texas 78539
#00088215 - Miguel Escoto, El Paso Community Power, 1708 Montana Ave., Suite A, El Paso, Texas 79902
#00087855 - Nancy Morales, Law Enforcement Community Partnership, 522 San Francisco, El Paso, Texas 79901
#00085671 - Maria D. Betancourt, Proyecto Azul Advocacy & Engagement, 4516 Laurel Ave., McAllen, Texas 78501
#00015553 - Lorna L. Mayles, Texas Society Of Professional Surveyors PAC, 2525 Wallingwood Dr., Suite. 300, Austin, Texas 78746
#00051074 - Lyle Larson, Texas Legislative Sportsman's Caucus, Inc., P.O. Box 171148, San Antonio, Texas 78217
#00080083 - Art Fierro, Texas House Border Caucus, Rm E2.412, P.O. Box 2910, Austin, Texas 78768
#00083324 - Trent Ashby, Aggie Legislative Caucus, Rm E2.810, P.O. Box 2910, Austin, Texas 78768
#00087701 - Amy Hedtke, VOTE NO MAYPEARL ISD, 106 Vanderbilt, Waxahachie, Texas 75165
#00087702 - Amy Hedtke, Vote No, Midlothian ISD, 106 Vanderbilt, Waxahachie, Texas 75165
#00087703 - Amy Hedtke, Vote No, Red Oak ISD, 106 Vanderbilt, Waxahachie, Texas 75165
#00087704 - Amy Hedtke, Vote No, Waxahachie ISD, 106 Vanderbilt, Waxahachie, Texas 75165
#00087391 - Rodney Foster, Forward Sweetwater, Together, 11 Vista Court, Sweetwater, Texas 79556
#00087989 - Kimberly Snelgrooes, Panhandle First, P.O. Box 1652, Panhandle, Texas 79068
#00088022 - Michael Zweschper, Vote Yes For the SISD Bond, 3217 Piano Bridge Road, Schulenburg, Texas 78956
#00088001 - Dana Burkett, Concerned Citizens Against Proposition A, 303 Commerce Street, Ladonia, Texas 75449
#00088139 - Aubree Campbell, Taking Back TX, 2300 Summer Oaks Ct, Arlington, Texas 76011
#00088154 - Amy Hedtke, Vote NO, Aquilla ISD, 106 Vanderbilt, Waxahachie, Texas 75165
#00067173 - Daniel R. Goyen, Victoria County Republican Party (CEC), 211 Fenway, Victoria, Texas 77904
#00016966 - Sydney C. Leonard, Fort Worth Republican Women PAC, c/o Law Office of Bob Leonard Jr., 101 Summit Ave., Suite 300, Fort Worth, Texas 76102
#00030450 - Kerin Pelfrey-Hedgcoxe, Harris County GOP-PAC, 3800 Southwest Freeway, Suite 304, Houston, Texas 77027
#00043441 - Kerin Pelfrey-Hedgcoxe, Texas GOP PAC, 3800 Southwest Freeway, Suite 304, Houston, Texas 77027
#00052956 - Suzanne Biggs-Diecks, West U Area Democrats, 4119 Cason, Houston, Texas 77005
#00066511 - Aaron S. Harrell, Port Neches Police Officers Association PAC (DISSOLVED), 2530 12th St., Port Neches, Texas 77651
#00068343 - Benjamin D. McPhaul, Harris County Republicans, 1729 Althea Dr., Houston, Texas 77018
#00057770 - Tim Jugmans, EZCORP, Inc. Political Action Committee, 2500 Bee Cave Rd., Bldg. 1, Ste. 200, Rollingwood, Texas 78746
#00069379 - Lee O. Henderson, Texas Democratic Action Fund, P.O. Box 892, Fort Worth, Texas 76101
#00069522 - Kent A. Kallmeyer, Project Excellence Texas, PAC, 1925 Berrybrook Dr., Fort Worth, Texas 76134
#00064575 - Holly Bullington, Circle C Area Democrats, 10517 Walpole Lane, Austin, Texas 78739
#00065616 - Fred T. Blanton, Texas Tea Party Committee, 3011 E. Richey Rd., Humble, Texas 77338
#00069221 - Lucas P. Robinson, Texas College Democrats, 3136 Forest Park Blvd, Fort Worth, Texas 76110
#00016568 - John Esparza, Southwest Movers Assn. MOVEPAC, 700 E. 11th St., Austin, Texas 78701
#00016829 - Scott Lynch, El Paso Apartment Assn. Better Government Fund, 5730 E. Paisano Dr., El Paso, Texas 79925
#00081060 - Calvin E. Jorden, Triangle Caucus, 2368 US HWY 69 N, Silsbee, Texas 77656
#00082812 - Michael Oakley, Grapevine Republican Club, 2121 Lakeridge Dr., Grapevine, Texas 76051
#00083794 - Sara Michelle DeMus, Young Dems BCS, 2920 Kent Street, Apt. 154, Bryan, Texas 77845
#00082608 - James R. Hall, II, Barrett Citizens for Progress, P.O. BOX 491, Crosby, Texas 77532
#00054640 - Cara Smith, Wichita County Republican Women, 1000 Mary Dr., Apt. 106, Iowa Park, Texas 76367
#00084195 - Trey J. Blocker, Texas Craft Spirits PAC, 1406 E. Main St. #200274, Fredericksburg, Texas 78624
#00084407 - William A. Lumpkin, Texas Blue Chip PAC, 2033 Southgate Blvd., Houston, Texas 77030
#00084593 - Kendyll Locke, Tarrant Texas Black Democrats PAC, 2712 Ridge Road North, Fort Worth, Texas 76133
#00084803 - Amanda Elise Salas, New Blue Texas, 512 E. Upas Ave. Apt. 3, McAllen, Texas 78501
#00085775 - Lance Cargill, Save Texas Now, P.O. Box 505, Newalla, Oklahoma 74857
#00087106 - Brittney D. Leveston, Texas Freedmen Affairs Political Action Committee, 3045 N FM 1486 Rd., Montgomery, Texas 77356
#00086735 - Christopher Koob, Hidalgo County Democrats, 1150 N Loop 1604 W, Suite 108-230, San Antonio, Texas 78248
#00086547 - Lidia Peraza, Texas Conservative Movement PAC, 435 Murphy Rd. B1 #184, Stafford, Texas 77477
#00086541 - Kiara Garcia, Rio Grande Valley Republican Women, 4900 N. 23rd St., McAllen, Texas 78504
#00087698 - Wilfred S. Foehner, Blessings of Liberty, 1148 King George Ln, Savannah, Texas 76227
#00087440 - Witman Forke, Montgomery County Young Democrats, 82 North Deerfoot Circle, Spring, Texas 77380
#00087793 - Susan Bohannon, Heartland Republican Women's Club, 901 N. Fisk Avenue #112, Brownwood, Texas 76801
#00088304 - Ryan Benjamin Diamond Davis, Red River Patriots PAC, 864 Trail Rd., Denison, Texas 75021
#00088483 - Chelsey Kemp, Diversified Ladies PAC, 9818 Fry Road #150 Unit 64, Cypress, Texas 77433
#00088637 - Peter Salas, Grand Prairie Strong, 5706 E. Mockingbird Lane #115-382, Dallas, Texas 75206
#00088763 - Dana Burkett, Residents Advancing In Ladonia, 303 Commerce Street, Ladonia, Texas 75449
#00088732 - Ron Reynolds, Texas HBCU Caucus, Room 4N.7, P.O. Box 2910, Austin, Texas 78768
#00088048 - Jud Beall, Wylie Bulldogs United for Growth Bond 2023, 6841 Windmill Grass Lane, Abilene, Texas 79606
#00087882 - Jason T. Walker, Friends For Katy Schools, 9550 Spring Green Blvd, Suite 408-17, Katy, Texas 77494
#00088658 - Joshua Sims, Vote YES for New Diana Kids PAC, 3381 Zinnia Road, Diana, Texas 75640
#00088713 - Joe Carter, Parents, Business Owners & Community Members for Responsible Spending, 4657 Business 181 North, Suite C-1, Beeville, Texas 78102
#00088760 - Kem Ford, Citizens For The Students of Boling ISD, 10141 FM 1301, Boling, Texas 77420
#00088758 - Daniel Hux, It's OK to Vote NO, Mabank, 12290 CR 2139, Aley, Texas 75143
TRD-202405084
J.R. Johnson
Executive Director
Texas Ethics Commission
Filed: October 25, 2024
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 Chapter 26. Requests for federal consistency review were deemed administratively complete for the following project(s) during the period of, October 21, 2024 to October 25, 2024. As required by federal law, the public is given an opportunity to comment on the consistency of proposed activities in the coastal zone undertaken or authorized by federal agencies. Pursuant to 31 TAC §§30.20(f), 30.30(h), and 30.40(e), the public comment period extends 30 days from the date published on the Texas General Land Office web site. The notice was published on the web site on Friday, November 1, 2024. The public comment period for this project will close at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 1, 2024.
Federal License and Permit Activities:
Applicant: Harris County Flood Control District (HCFCD)
Location: The proposed Regional General Permit would be valid in all waters of the United States, including wetlands and tidal areas, maintained as stormwater facilities under the jurisdiction of the Harris County Flood Control District, in Harris County, Texas.
Project Description: HCFCD proposes reissuance of their RGP for maintenance and emergency repair of stormwater management facilities, in Harris County, Texas. This public notice is being issued based on information furnished by the applicant.
Type of Application: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permit application # SWG-2009-00123 Re-Issuance. This application will be reviewed pursuant to Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 and Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. Note: The consistency review for this project may be conducted by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality as part of its certification under §401 of the Clean Water Act.
CMP Project No: 25-1035-F1
Applicant: International Bank Shares Corporation (IBC Bank)
Location: The project sites are located on North Padre Island at (1) Commodores Drive between Compass Street and E Cabana Street between the ends of two residential canals, (2) Crown Royal Drive at a location approximately 180 feet southeast of its intersection with Dasmarinas Drive, and (3) along Aquarius Street approximately 1,175 feet west of its intersection with Commodores Drive (south terminus), and 380 feet southwest of the intersection of Primavera Drive and A La Entrada Calle (north terminus) in Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas.
Latitude and Longitude:
Commodores Drive Bridge: Latitude: 27.61818, -97.22426
Crown Royal Drive Culvert: Latitude: 27.61123, -97.22915
Aquarius Aqueduct N End: Latitude: 27.62282, -97.23319
Aquarius Aqueduct S End: Latitude: 27.61728, -97.22931
Project Description: The applicant proposes to construct a bridge and culverts in three locations, and an open water ditch in order to connect waters within several residential canal systems in order to increase water circulation within the current residential developments and alleviate water quality issues within the residential canals.
1. Commodores Bridge: The applicant proposes to construct a bridge "in the dry" along Commodores Drive and then excavate a canal extension below the bridge to link two residential canals. A bypass road would be constructed around the bridge construction area in dry land, and utilities moved out from under the current roadway and re-routed. The area would be excavated, and sheet pile driven for the proposed roadway and abutment. The abutments would then be armored with concrete. The bridge (standard Texas Department of Transportation design) will be constructed, and the area under the bridge will be armored for future scour protection. After construction of the bridge and abutments to the adjacent existing canal systems, double silt curtains would be placed on either side and adequately anchored. The material under the bridge and between the two existing canal ends (consisting primarily of sand) would be excavated and the connection would be made between the north canal system and the applicant's canals. The canal section below the bridge would be 44.5 feet wide with a -6 foot depth. The total length of the proposed canal segment is approximately 350 feet. A total of approximately 5,819 cubic yards of material will be excavated from 63,462 square feet of uplands to connect the canal system. Once construction activity has ceased, the silt curtains would be removed.
2. Crown Royal Drive Culvert: Crown Royal Drive would be excavated one lane at a time to install 120 feet of 9-foot by 9-foot reinforced concrete box (RCB) culvert to connect two ditches extending from two sections of residential canal to allow for water circulation. An 80-foot-wide concrete headwall would be installed on either side of Crown Royal Drive, and the culvert tied into each headwall. The ditch would then be excavated in both directions from Crown Royal Drive, following the path of the existing ditch to a point where the ditch ties into the residential canals. Each section of ditch would have parallel bulkheading installed "in the dry" approximately 64 feet apart at +5 ft elevation as measured from Mean Lower Low Water (MLLW), then the ditch would be excavated out at a 3:1 slope to a depth of -6 feet MLLW, effectively creating a 64-foot-wide residential canal extending either direction from Crown Royal Drive. Excavated material (primarily sand) would be placed in upland areas. After construction of the culvert and bulkheads, double silt curtains would be placed on either side and adequately anchored to minimize turbidity into the canal system caused by construction activities. Once construction activity has ceased, the silt curtains would be removed.
3. Aquarius Aqueduct: Aquarius Drive would be excavated one lane at a time to install approximately 120 feet of 10- by 7-foot RCB box culvert, and approximately 2,200 linear feet of 60-foot-wide open ditch would be mechanically excavated through uplands, palustrine wetlands currently authorized for fill or excavation (Permit SWG-2018-00965), and an unspecified amount of fringe estuarine wetlands adjacent to the Laguna Madre to a point along its shoreline 380 feet southwest of the intersection of Primavera Drive and A La Entrada Calle, to a bottom depth of -6 feet MLLW to allow for water circulation within the residential canals. The excavated material would be placed in a disposal area as shown on sheets 8 and 9 of the plan drawings. Double silt curtains would be placed at either side of the RCB box culvert ends and the open ditch, and adequately anchored to minimize turbidity caused by construction activities. Once construction activity has ceased, the silt curtains would be removed.
No mitigation is proposed for this project.
Type of Application: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permit application # SWG- 2024-00119. This application will be reviewed pursuant to Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 and Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. Note: The consistency review for this project may be conducted by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality as part of its certification under §401 of the Clean Water Act.
CMP Project No: 25-1042-F1
Further information on the applications listed above, including a copy of the consistency certifications or consistency determinations for inspection, may be obtained from the Texas General Land Office Public Information Officer at 1700 N. Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701, or via email at pialegal@glo.texas.gov. Comments should be sent to the Texas General Land Office Coastal Management Program Coordinator at the above address or via email at federal.consistency@glo.texas.gov.
TRD-202405149
Jennifer Jones
Chief Clerk, Deputy Land Commissioner
General Land Office
Filed: October 28, 2024
Scratch Ticket Game Number 2578 "BINGO MANIA"
1.0 Name and Style of Scratch Ticket Game.
A. The name of Scratch Ticket Game No. 2578 is "BINGO MANIA". The play style is "bingo".
1.1 Price of Scratch Ticket Game.
A. The price for Scratch Ticket Game No. 2578 shall be $10.00 per Scratch Ticket.
1.2 Definitions in Scratch Ticket Game No. 2578.
A. Display Printing - That area of the Scratch Ticket outside of the area where the overprint and Play Symbols appear.
B. Latex Overprint - The removable scratch-off covering over the Play Symbols on the front of the Scratch Ticket.
C. Play Symbol - The printed data under the latex on the front of the Scratch Ticket that is used to determine eligibility for a prize. Each Play Symbol is printed in Symbol font in black ink in positive except for dual-image games. The possible black Play Symbols are: B01, B02, B03, B04, B05, B06, B07, B08, B09, B10, B11, B12, B13, B14, B15 , I16, I17, I18, I19, I20, I21, I22, I23, I24, I25, I26, I27, I28, I29, I30, N31, N32, N33, N34, N35, N36, N37, N38, N39, N40, N41, N42, N43, N44, N45, G46, G47, G48, G49, G50, G51, G52, G53, G54, G55, G56, G57, G58, G59, G60, O61, O62, O63, O64, O65, O66, O67, O68, O69, O70, O71, O72, O73, O74, O75, 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75 and FREE SYMBOL.
D. Play Symbol Caption - The printed material appearing below each Play Symbol which explains the Play Symbol. One caption appears under each Play Symbol and is printed in caption font in black ink in positive. Crossword and Bingo style games do not typically have Play Symbol captions. The Play Symbol Caption which corresponds with and verifies each Play Symbol is as follows:
Figure 1: GAME NO. 2578 - 1.2D (.pdf)
E. Serial Number - A unique thirteen (13) digit number appearing under the latex scratch-off covering on the front of the Scratch Ticket. The Serial Number is for validation purposes and cannot be used to play the game. The format will be: 0000000000000.
F. Bar Code - A twenty-four (24) character interleaved two (2) of five (5) Bar Code which will include a four (4) digit game ID, the seven (7) digit Pack number, the three (3) digit Ticket number and the ten (10) digit Validation Number. The Bar Code appears on the back of the Scratch Ticket.
G. Game-Pack-Ticket Number - A fourteen (14) digit number consisting of the four (4) digit game number (2578), a seven (7) digit Pack number, and a three (3) digit Ticket number. Ticket numbers start with 001 and end with 050 within each Pack. The format will be: 2578-0000001-001.
H. Pack - A Pack of the "BINGO MANIA" Scratch Ticket Game contains 050 Tickets, packed in plastic shrink-wrapping and fanfolded in pages of one (1). The back of Ticket 001 will be shown on the front of the Pack; the back of Ticket 050 will be revealed on the back of the Pack. All Packs will be tightly shrink-wrapped. There will be no breaks between the Tickets in a Pack.
I. Non-Winning Scratch Ticket - A Scratch Ticket which is not programmed to be a winning Scratch Ticket or a Scratch Ticket that does not meet all of the requirements of these Game Procedures, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), and applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 401.
J. Scratch Ticket Game, Scratch Ticket or Ticket - Texas Lottery "BINGO MANIA" Scratch Ticket Game No. 2578.
2.0 Determination of Prize Winners. The determination of prize winners is subject to the general Scratch Ticket validation requirements set forth in Texas Lottery Rule 401.302, Scratch Ticket Game Rules, these Game Procedures, and the requirements set out on the back of each Scratch Ticket. A prize winner in the "BINGO MANIA" Scratch Ticket Game is determined once the latex on the Scratch Ticket is scratched off to expose the Play Symbols as indicated per the game instructions from the total four hundred fifty-two (452) Play Symbols. BINGO CARDS 1 -16 PLAY INSTRUCTIONS: The player completely scratches the "CALLER'S CARD FOR BINGO CARDS 1 - 8" and the "CALLER'S CARD FOR BINGO CARDS 9 -16" to reveal twenty-four (24) Bingo Numbers on each CALLER'S CARD. On BINGO CARD 1 - BINGO CARD 8, the player scratches only those Bingo Numbers that match the "CALLER'S CARD FOR BINGO CARDS 1 - 8" Bingo Numbers. On BINGO CARD 9 - BINGO CARD 16, the player scratches only those Bingo Numbers that match the "CALLER'S CARD FOR BINGO CARDS 9 - 16" Bingo Numbers. The player also scratches the "FREE" spaces on the sixteen (16) "BINGO CARDS". If a player matches all Bingo Numbers in a complete vertical, horizontal or diagonal line (five (5) Bingo Numbers or four (4) Bingo Numbers + "FREE" space), the player wins the prize in the corresponding prize legend for that "BINGO CARD". If the player matches all Bingo Numbers in all four (4) corners, the player wins the prize in the corresponding prize legend for that "BINGO CARD". If the player matches all Bingo Numbers to complete an "X" Pattern (eight (8) Bingo Numbers + "FREE" space), the player wins the prize in the corresponding prize legend for that "BINGO CARD". Note: Only the highest prize per "BINGO CARD" will be paid. BONUS PLAY INSTRUCTIONS: If a player reveals two (2) matching prize amounts in the same BONUS, the player wins that amount. No portion of the Display Printing nor any extraneous matter whatsoever shall be usable or playable as a part of the Scratch Ticket.
2.1 Scratch Ticket Validation Requirements.
A. To be a valid Scratch Ticket, all of the following requirements must be met:
1. Exactly four hundred fifty-two (452) Play Symbols must appear under the Latex Overprint on the front portion of the Scratch Ticket;
2. Each of the Play Symbols must have a Play Symbol Caption underneath, unless specified, and each Play Symbol must agree with its Play Symbol Caption. Crossword and Bingo style games do not typically have Play Symbol captions;
3. Each of the Play Symbols must be present in its entirety and be fully legible;
4. Each of the Play Symbols must be printed in black ink except for dual image games;
5. The Scratch Ticket shall be intact;
6. The Serial Number and Game-Pack-Ticket Number must be present in their entirety and be fully legible;
7. The Serial Number must correspond, using the Texas Lottery's codes, to the Play Symbols on the Scratch Ticket;
8. The Scratch Ticket must not have a hole punched through it, be mutilated, altered, unreadable, reconstituted or tampered with in any manner;
9. The Scratch Ticket must not be counterfeit in whole or in part;
10. The Scratch Ticket must have been issued by the Texas Lottery in an authorized manner;
11. The Scratch Ticket must not have been stolen, nor appear on any list of omitted Scratch Tickets or non-activated Scratch Tickets on file at the Texas Lottery;
12. The Play Symbols, Serial Number and Game-Pack-Ticket Number must be right side up and not reversed in any manner;
13. The Scratch Ticket must be complete and not miscut, and have exactly four hundred fifty-two (452) Play Symbols under the Latex Overprint on the front portion of the Scratch Ticket, exactly one Serial Number and exactly one Game-Pack-Ticket Number on the Scratch Ticket;
14. The Serial Number of an apparent winning Scratch Ticket shall correspond with the Texas Lottery's Serial Numbers for winning Scratch Tickets, and a Scratch Ticket with that Serial Number shall not have been paid previously;
15. The Scratch Ticket must not be blank or partially blank, misregistered, defective or printed or produced in error;
16. Each of the four hundred fifty-two (452) Play Symbols must be exactly one of those described in Section 1.2.C of these Game Procedures;
17. Each of the four hundred fifty-two (452) Play Symbols on the Scratch Ticket must be printed in the Symbol font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; the Scratch Ticket Serial Numbers must be printed in the Serial font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and the Game-Pack-Ticket Number must be printed in the Game-Pack-Ticket Number font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
18. The Display Printing on the Scratch Ticket must be regular in every respect and correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and
19. The Scratch Ticket must have been received by the Texas Lottery by applicable deadlines.
B. The Scratch Ticket must pass all additional validation tests provided for in these Game Procedures, the Texas Lottery's Rules governing the award of prizes of the amount to be validated, and any confidential validation and security tests of the Texas Lottery.
C. Any Scratch Ticket not passing all of the validation requirements is void and ineligible for any prize and shall not be paid. However, the Executive Director may, solely at the Executive Director's discretion, refund the retail sales price of the Scratch Ticket. In the event a defective Scratch Ticket is purchased, the only responsibility or liability of the Texas Lottery shall be to replace the defective Scratch Ticket with another unplayed Scratch Ticket in that Scratch Ticket Game (or a Scratch Ticket of equivalent sales price from any other current Texas Lottery Scratch Ticket Game) or refund the retail sales price of the Scratch Ticket, solely at the Executive Director's discretion.
2.2 Programmed Game Parameters.
A. GENERAL: Consecutive Non-Winning Tickets within a Pack will not have matching patterns, in the same order, of either Play Symbols or Prize Symbols.
B. GENERAL: A Ticket can win as indicated by the prize structure.
C. GENERAL: A Ticket can win up to eighteen (18) times.
D. GENERAL: A single BINGO CARD from the "BINGO CARDS 1 - 8" play areas will not match a BINGO CARD from the "BINGO CARDS 9 - 16" play areas. Two (2) BINGO CARDS match if they have all the same Play Symbols in the same spots.
E. GENERAL: The Play Symbols on "CALLER'S CARD FOR BINGO CARDS 1 - 8" will not match the Play Symbols on "CALLER'S CARD FOR BINGO CARDS 9 - 16". Two (2) CALLER'S CARDS match if they have all the same Play Symbols or if a Play Symbol on "CALLER'S CARD FOR BINGO CARDS 1 - 8" is in the corresponding spot on "CALLER'S CARD FOR BINGO CARDS 9 - 16".
F. BINGO CARDS 1 - 8: The number range used for each letter (B,I,N,G,O) will be as follows: B (1-15), I (16-30), N (31-45), G (46-60) and O (61-75).
G. BINGO CARDS 1 - 8: Each "BINGO CARD 1 - 8" will contain twenty-four (24) numbers and one (1) "FREE" Play Symbol fixed in the center of the CARD.
H. BINGO CARDS 1 - 8: Each "BINGO CARD 1 - 8" on a Ticket will be different. Two (2) cards match if they have all the same Play Symbols in the same spots.
I. BINGO CARDS 1 - 8: Non-winning "BINGO CARDS 1 - 8" will match a minimum of three (3) number Play Symbols.
J. BINGO CARDS 1 - 8: There can only be one (1) winning pattern on each "BINGO CARD".
K. BINGO CARDS 1 - 8: There will be no matching Play Symbols on each "BINGO CARD" play area.
L. BINGO CARDS 1 - 8: On winning and Non-Winning Tickets, there will be no matching "CALLER'S CARD FOR BINGO CARDS 1 - 8" Play Symbols.
M. BINGO CARDS 1 - 8: Each of the "CALLER'S CARD FOR BINGO CARDS 1 - 8" Play Symbols will appear on at least one (1) of the eight (8) "BINGO CARDS 1 - 8".
N. BINGO CARDS 1 - 8: Prizes for "BINGO CARDS 1 - 8" are as follows:
CARD 1: LINE = $10. 4 CORNERS = $20. "X" PATTERN= $50.
CARD 2: LINE = $15. 4 CORNERS = $25. "X" PATTERN = $100.
CARD 3: LINE = $20. 4 CORNERS = $50. "X" PATTERN = $200.
CARD 4: LINE = $25. 4 CORNERS = $100. "X" PATTERN = $300.
CARD 5: LINE = $30. 4 CORNERS = $200. "X" PATTERN = $500.
CARD 6: LINE = $50. 4 CORNERS = $300. "X" PATTERN = $1,000.
CARD 7: LINE = $100. 4 CORNERS = $500. "X" PATTERN = $10,000.
CARD 8: LINE = $200. 4 CORNERS = $1,000. "X" PATTERN = $250,000.
O. BINGO CARDS 9 - 16: The number range used for each letter (B,I,N,G,O) will be as follows: B (1-15), I (16-30), N (31-45), G (46-60) and O (61-75).
P. BINGO CARDS 9 - 16: Each "BINGO CARD 9 - 16" will contain twenty-four (24) numbers and one (1) "FREE" Play Symbol fixed in the center of the CARD.
Q. BINGO CARDS 9 - 16: Each "BINGO CARD 9 - 16" on a Ticket will be different. Two (2) cards match if they have all the same Play Symbols in the same spots.
R. BINGO CARDS 9 - 16: Non-winning "BINGO CARDS 9 - 16" will match a minimum of three (3) number Play Symbols.
S. BINGO CARDS 9 - 16: There can only be one (1) winning pattern on each "BINGO CARD".
T. BINGO CARDS 9 - 16: There will be no matching Play Symbols on each "BINGO CARD" play area.
U. BINGO CARDS 9 - 16: On winning and Non-Winning Tickets, there will be no matching "CALLER'S CARD FOR BINGO CARDS 9 - 16" Play Symbols.
V. BINGO CARDS 9 - 16: Each of the "CALLER'S CARD FOR BINGO CARDS 9 - 16" Play Symbols will appear on at least one (1) of the eight (8) "BINGO CARDS 9 - 16".
W. Prizes for "BINGO CARDS 9 - 16" are as follows:
CARD 9: LINE = $10. 4 CORNERS = $20. "X" PATTERN= $50.
CARD 10: LINE = $15. 4 CORNERS = $25. "X" PATTERN = $100.
CARD 11: LINE = $20. 4 CORNERS = $50. "X" PATTERN = $200.
CARD 12: LINE = $25. 4 CORNERS = $100. "X" PATTERN = $300.
CARD 13: LINE = $30. 4 CORNERS = $200. "X" PATTERN = $500.
CARD 14: LINE = $50. 4 CORNERS = $300. "X" PATTERN = $1,000.
CARD 15: LINE = $100. 4 CORNERS = $500. "X" PATTERN = $10,000.
CARD 16: LINE = $200. 4 CORNERS = $1,000. "X" PATTERN = $250,000.
X. BONUS: A Ticket can win up to one (1) time in each of the two (2) BONUS play areas.
Y. BONUS: A Ticket will not have matching, non-winning Prize Symbols across the two (2) BONUS play areas.
Z. BONUS: Non-winning Prize Symbols in a BONUS play area will not be the same as winning Prize Symbols from another BONUS play area.
AA. BONUS: A non-winning BONUS play area will have two (2) different Prize Symbols.
2.3 Procedure for Claiming Prizes.
A. To claim a "BINGO MANIA" Scratch Ticket Game prize of $10.00, $15.00, $20.00, $25.00, $30.00, $50.00, $100, $200, $300 or $500, a claimant shall sign the back of the Scratch Ticket in the space designated on the Scratch Ticket and may present the winning Scratch Ticket to any Texas Lottery Retailer. The Texas Lottery Retailer shall verify the claim and, if valid, and upon presentation of proper identification, if appropriate, make payment of the amount due the claimant and physically void the Scratch Ticket; provided that the Texas Lottery Retailer may, but is not required, to pay a $25.00, $30.00, $50.00, $100, $200, $300 or $500 Scratch Ticket Game. In the event the Texas Lottery Retailer cannot verify the claim, the Texas Lottery Retailer shall provide the claimant with a claim form and instruct the claimant on how to file a claim with the Texas Lottery. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, a check shall be forwarded to the claimant in the amount due. In the event the claim is not validated, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly. A claimant may also claim any of the above prizes under the procedure described in Section 2.3.B and Section 2.3.C of these Game Procedures.
B. To claim a "BINGO MANIA" Scratch Ticket Game prize of $1,000, $10,000 or $250,000, the claimant must sign the winning Scratch Ticket and may present it at one of the Texas Lottery's Claim Centers. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, payment will be made to the bearer of the validated winning Scratch Ticket for that prize upon presentation of proper identification. When paying a prize of $600 or more, the Texas Lottery shall file the appropriate income reporting form with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and shall withhold federal income tax at a rate set by the IRS if required. In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
C. As an alternative method of claiming a "BINGO MANIA" Scratch Ticket Game prize the claimant may submit the signed winning Scratch Ticket and a thoroughly completed claim form via mail. If a prize value is $1,000,000 or more, the claimant must also provide proof of Social Security number or Tax Payer Identification (for U.S. Citizens or Resident Aliens). Mail all to: Texas Lottery Commission, P.O. Box 16600, Austin, Texas 78761-6600. The Texas Lottery is not responsible for Scratch Tickets lost in the mail. In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim shall be denied and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
D. Prior to payment by the Texas Lottery of any prize, the Texas Lottery shall deduct the amount of a delinquent tax or other money from the winnings of a prize winner who has been finally determined to be:
1. delinquent in the payment of a tax or other money to a state agency and that delinquency is reported to the Comptroller under Government Code §403.055;
2. in default on a loan made under Chapter 52, Education Code;
3. in default on a loan guaranteed under Chapter 57, Education Code; or
4. delinquent in child support payments in the amount determined by a court or a Title IV-D agency under Chapter 231, Family Code.
E. If a person is indebted or owes delinquent taxes to the State, other than those specified in the preceding paragraph, the winnings of a person shall be withheld until the debt or taxes are paid.
2.4 Allowance for Delay of Payment. The Texas Lottery may delay payment of the prize pending a final determination by the Executive Director, under any of the following circumstances:
A. if a dispute occurs, or it appears likely that a dispute may occur, regarding the prize;
B. if there is any question regarding the identity of the claimant;
C. if there is any question regarding the validity of the Scratch Ticket presented for payment; or
D. if the claim is subject to any deduction from the payment otherwise due, as described in Section 2.3.D of these Game Procedures. No liability for interest for any delay shall accrue to the benefit of the claimant pending payment of the claim.
2.5 Payment of Prizes to Persons Under 18. If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize under $600 from the "BINGO MANIA" Scratch Ticket Game, the Texas Lottery shall deliver to an adult member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian a check or warrant in the amount of the prize payable to the order of the minor.
2.6 If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize of $600 or more from the "BINGO MANIA" Scratch Ticket Game, the Texas Lottery shall deposit the amount of the prize in a custodial bank account, with an adult member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian serving as custodian for the minor.
2.7 Scratch Ticket Claim Period. All Scratch Ticket prizes must be claimed within 180 days following the end of the Scratch Ticket Game or within the applicable time period for certain eligible military personnel as set forth in Texas Government Code §466.408. Any rights to a prize that is not claimed within that period, and in the manner specified in these Game Procedures and on the back of each Scratch Ticket, shall be forfeited.
2.8 Disclaimer. The number of prizes in a game is approximate based on the number of Scratch Tickets ordered. The number of actual prizes available in a game may vary based on number of Scratch Tickets manufactured, testing, distribution, sales and number of prizes claimed. A Scratch Ticket Game may continue to be sold even when all the top prizes have been claimed.
3.0 Scratch Ticket Ownership.
A. Until such time as a signature is placed upon the back portion of a Scratch Ticket in the space designated, a Scratch Ticket shall be owned by the physical possessor of said Scratch Ticket. When a signature is placed on the back of the Scratch Ticket in the space designated, the player whose signature appears in that area shall be the owner of the Scratch Ticket and shall be entitled to any prize attributable thereto. Notwithstanding any name or names submitted on a claim form, the Executive Director shall make payment to the player whose signature appears on the back of the Scratch Ticket in the space designated. If more than one name appears on the back of the Scratch Ticket, the Executive Director will require that one of those players whose name appears thereon be designated by such players to receive payment.
B. The Texas Lottery shall not be responsible for lost or stolen Scratch Tickets and shall not be required to pay on a lost or stolen Scratch Ticket.
4.0 Number and Value of Scratch Prizes. There will be approximately 6,000,000 Scratch Tickets in Scratch Ticket Game No. 2578. The approximate number and value of prizes in the game are as follows:
Figure 2: GAME NO. 2578 - 4.0 (.pdf)
A. The actual number of Scratch Tickets in the game may be increased or decreased at the sole discretion of the Texas Lottery Commission.
5.0 End of the Scratch Ticket Game. The Executive Director may, at any time, announce a closing date (end date) for the Scratch Ticket Game No. 2578 without advance notice, at which point no further Scratch Tickets in that game may be sold. The determination of the closing date and reasons for closing will be made in accordance with the Scratch Ticket closing procedures and the Scratch Ticket Game Rules. See 16 TAC §401.302(j).
6.0 Governing Law. In purchasing a Scratch Ticket, the player agrees to comply with, and abide by, these Game Procedures for Scratch Ticket Game No. 2578, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 401, and all final decisions of the Executive Director.
TRD-202405118
Bob Biard
General Counsel
Texas Lottery Commission
Filed: October 28, 2024
Notice of Application to Amend Designation as an Eligible Telecommunications Carrier
Notice is given to the public of an application filed with the Public Utility Commission of Texas on October 24, 2024, to amend a designation as an eligible telecommunications carrier designation in the State of Texas under 47 U.S.C. § 214(e) and 16 Texas Administrative Code §26.418.
Docket Title and Number: Application of Air Voice Wireless, LLC to Amend Eligible Telecommunications Carrier Designation, Docket Number 57237.
The Application: Air Voice Wireless, LLC requests that its eligible telecommunications carrier designation be amended to expand its service area by adding additional wire centers and to reflect a name change to Air Voice Wireless, LLC dba AirTalk Wireless.
Persons who wish to file a motion to intervene or comments on the application should contact the commission no later than November 13, 2024, by mail at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711‑3326, or by phone at (512) 936‑7120 or toll-free at (888) 782-8477. Hearing and speech‑impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission through Relay Texas by dialing 7-1-1. All comments should reference Docket Number 57237.
TRD-202405147
Andrea Gonzalez
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: October 28, 2024
Notice is given to the public of an application filed with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (Commission) on August 23, 2024, for a name change, and amendment to certificates of convenience and necessity.
Docket Style and Number: Application of Corix Utilities (Texas) Inc. for a Name Change, Minor Tariff Change, and Amendment to Certificates, Docket Number 56979.
The Application: Corix Utilities (Texas) Inc. filed an application for a minor change to its tariffs and to amend certificates of convenience and necessity numbers 13227 and 21081, in order to reflect a name change to Utilities, Inc. of Texas dba Corix Utilities (Texas) Inc.
Persons wishing to intervene or comment on the action sought should contact the commission by mail at P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or by phone at (512) 936-7120 or toll-free at (888) 782-8477. A deadline for intervention in this proceeding is November 5, 2024. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephone (TTY) may contact the commission through Relay Texas by dialing 7-1-1. All comments should reference Docket Number 56979.
TRD-202405163
Andrea Gonzalez
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: October 30, 2024
Notice of Deadline to Request Recognition as Horsemen's Representative
Pursuant to the Texas Racing Act, Tex. Occ. Code §2023.051 and 16 Texas Administrative Code §309.299, the Executive Director for the Texas Racing Commission provides notice that Friday, January 31, 2025, is the deadline to request Commission recognition as the horsemen's representative organization. The Texas Racing Act authorizes the Commission to recognize an organization to represent members of a segment of the racing industry, including owners, breeders, trainers, and other persons involved in the racing industry. In the Texas Rules of Racing §309.299. Horsemen's Representative, it states:
Findings. The Commission finds a need for horse owners and trainers to negotiate and covenant with associations as to the conditions of live race meetings, the distribution of purses not governed by Statute, simulcast transmission and reception, and other matters relating to the welfare of the owners and trainers participating in live racing at an association. To ensure the uninterrupted, orderly conduct of racing in this state, the Commission shall recognize one organization to represent horse owners and trainers on matters relating to the conduct of live racing and simulcasting at Texas racetracks.
Recognition Process.
To request Commission recognition as a horsemen's representative organization, the organization must file a written request for recognition on a form prescribed by the executive secretary. The executive secretary shall establish a deadline for filing a request under this paragraph and publish that deadline in the Texas Register at least 20 days before the deadline.
To be eligible for recognition as a horsemen's representative organization, each officer and director of the organization during the term of the recognition must be licensed by the Commission as an owner or trainer.
If only one organization requests recognition, the executive secretary shall issue a letter of recognition to the organization, subject to the approval of the Commission. If more than one organization requests recognition, the Commission shall recognize the organization that is best qualified to represent the horse owners and trainers for the various breeds participating in racing at all the racetracks in this state. The executive secretary may require each organization to requesting recognition to supply additional information regarding its structure, membership, and programs. The Commission shall consider the following when determining which organization to recognize under this section:
the experience and qualifications of the directors, executive officers, and other management personnel of the organization;
the organization's benevolence programs for its membership and others participating in racing in this state; and
the degree to which the organization's membership represents a fair and equitable cross-section of the horse owners and trainers participating at each of the racetracks in this state.
Recognition given under this section is valid for two years.
Authority and Responsibilities.
An organization recognized under this section shall negotiate with each association regarding the association's live racing program, including but not limited to the allocation of purse money to various live races, exporting of simulcast signals, and the importing of simulcast signals during live race meetings.
An organization recognized under this section may inspect and audit an association's horsemen's purse accounts.
An organization recognized under this section shall provide to the Commission on request a copy of the organization's most recent financial statements, minutes of board meetings, literature provided to its members, and any other records or information relating to the functions of the organization at Texas racetracks.
An organization recognized under this section may not counsel or encourage its member to strike, embargo, boycott, or employ similar tactics in dealing with an association.
Not later than June 15 of each year, an organization recognized under this section shall submit to the Commission audited financial statements regarding its operations. The executive secretary may prescribe the form for the financial statement.
The Commission may require or conduct an audit of the records of an organization recognized under this section to ensure the organization is complying with applicable law.
To obtain a copy of the form, interested persons should go to:
https://www.txrc.texas.gov/home/racetracks. Once form is completed, please send to Amy F. Cook, Executive Director, Texas Racing Commission, 1801 N. Congress Ave., Ste. 7.600, Austin, Texas 78701 or by email at info@txrc.texas.gov. For additional information or questions, please contact Amy F. Cook, Executive Director at (512) 833-6699 or by email at info@txrc.texas.gov.
TRD-202404962
Amy F. Cook
Executive Director
Texas Racing Commission
Filed: October 23, 2024
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is currently undertaking the Interstate 35 improvement project through the City of Austin. This project requires a pump station to ensure proper drainage of the depressed sections of the improved roadway. Details of this pump station can be found on TxDOT's project page at https://www.txdot.gov/mymobility35/projects/capex-central/drainage-tunnel-and-pump-station.html. The pump station project, identified as CSJ 14-0914-04-362, is a stand-alone project that is funded using only state funds. A market analysis was conducted on behalf of TxDOT to determine the availability of components for a pump station that can adequately address the drainage needs of the project. The market analysis concluded that the iron and steel pump components were not readily available in the United States.
Texas Transportation Code, §223.045, requires a contract awarded for the improvement of the state highway system without federal aid to contain the same preference provisions for iron and steel products that are required under federal law for an improvement made with federal aid. Under federal law, the Federal Highway Administration may issue a waiver of preference provisions for iron and steel products on a project using federal aid if it is shown that suitable domestic products are not readily available. Similarly, when only state funding is used, TxDOT may issue a waiver on such a showing. Based on the conclusion of the market analysis, TxDOT intends to issue a waiver of the domestic iron and steel requirements for the pump station project because iron and steel pump components of a satisfactory quality are not produced in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available quantities for the project.
Written comments on the proposed waiver of the domestic iron and steel requirements for the pump station contract may be submitted to General Counsel Division, Texas Department of Transportation, 125 East 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78701-2483 or to TxDOTGeneralCounsel@txdot.gov with the subject line "Pump station preference waiver." The deadline for receipt of comments is 5:00 p.m. on Monday, November 25th, 2024. In accordance with Transportation Code, §201.811(a)(5), a person who submits comments must disclose, in writing with the comments, whether the person does business with the department, may benefit monetarily from the proposed amendments, or is an employee of the department.
TRD-202405162
Angie Parker
Senior General Counsel
Texas Department of Transportation
Filed: October 29, 2024
In accordance with 43 TAC §25.901 et seq., the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is requesting project proposals to support the targets and strategies of its traffic safety program to reduce the number of motor vehicle related crashes, injuries, and fatalities in Texas. These targets and strategies form the basis for the Federal Fiscal Year 2026 (FY 2026) Texas Highway Safety Plan (HSP).
Authority and responsibility for funding of the traffic safety grant program derives from the National Highway Safety Act of 1966 (23 USC §401 et seq.), and the Texas Traffic Safety Act of 1967 (Transportation Code, Chapter 723). The Behavioral Traffic Safety Section (TRF-BTS) is an integral part of TxDOT and works through 25 districts for local projects. The program is administered at the state level by TxDOT's Traffic Safety Division (TRF). The Executive Director of TxDOT is the designated Governor's Highway Safety Representative.
The following is information related to the FY 2026 General Traffic Safety Grants - Request for Proposals (RFP). Please review the full FY 2026 RFP located online at: https://egrants.bts.txdot.gov/eGrantsHelp/RFP/2026/RFP2026.pdf
This request for proposals does not include solicitations for Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) proposals. Information regarding STEP proposals for FY 2026 can be found at: https://egrants.bts.txdot.gov/eGrantsHelp/RFP.html . FY 2026 STEP proposals will be submitted under a separate process.
General Proposals for highway safety funding are due to the TRF-BTS no later than 5:00 p.m. CST, January 9, 2025.
All questions regarding the development of proposals must be submitted by sending an email to: TRF_RFP@txdot.gov by 12:00 p.m. (Noon) CST, on November 27, 2024. A list of the questions with answers (Q&A document) will be posted at: https://egrants.bts.txdot.gov/eGrants/eGrantsHelp/rfp.html by 5:00 p.m. CST, on December 02, 2024.
A webinar on general proposal submissions via the Traffic Safety eGrants system will be hosted by the TRF-BTS staff. The webinar will be conducted on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. CST to 12:00 p.m. CST for General Traffic Safety Grant Proposals. More information is forthcoming for FY26 STEP Proposals. For access information please go to https://egrants.bts.txdot.gov/eGrantsHelp/rfp.html
The Program Needs Section of the RFP includes Performance Measures tables which outline the targets, strategies, and performance measures for each of the Traffic Safety Program Areas. TRF-BTS is seeking proposals in all program areas but is particularly interested in proposals which address the specific program needs listed in the High Priority Program Needs subsection of the Program Needs Section of the RFP.
The proposals must be completed and submitted using eGrants, which can be found by going to https://egrants.bts.txdot.gov/
TRD-202404972
Becky Blewett
Deputy General Counsel
Texas Department of Transportation
Filed: October 24, 2024
In accordance with 43 TAC §25.901, et seq., the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is requesting proposals in which the strategy is to train teens aged 15-18 in instructor-led driver education training courses that are consistent with the latest advances in methodology, subject matter, and technology. The goal is to increase public knowledge, perception and understanding of driver education and traffic safety for all road users.
Authority and responsibility for funding of the traffic safety grant program derives from the National Highway Safety Act of 1966 (23 USC §401 et seq.), and the Texas Traffic Safety Act of 1967 (Transportation Code, Chapter 723). The Behavioral Traffic Safety Section (TRF-BTS) is an integral part of TxDOT and works through 25 districts for local projects. The program is administered at the state level by TxDOT's Traffic Safety Division (TRF). The Executive Director of TxDOT is the designated Governor's Highway Safety Representative.
The following is information related to the FY 2026 Traffic Safety Program Request for Proposals (RFP): Driver Education Training Initiative. Please review the full FY 2026 Driver Education Training Initiative RFP located online at: https://egrants.bts.txdot.gov/eGrantsHelp/RFP/2026/RFP2026.pdf
Driver Education Training Initiative proposals are due to the TRF-BTS no later than 5:00 p.m. CST, February 28, 2025.
The proposals must be completed and submitted using eGrants, which can be found by going to https://egrants.bts.txdot.gov/
TRD-202404973
Becky Blewett
Deputy General Counsel
Texas Department of Transportation
Filed: October 24, 2024