HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006-06-13-9:00AM-REGULARBRAZOS COUNTY
BRYAN,TEXAS
1.
NOTICE OF ADDENDUM
TO THE AGENDA
BRAZOS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
THE COMMISSIONERS COURT WILL MEET IN REGULAR SESSION ON TUESDAY
13 JUNE 2006 AT 9:00 A.M. IN THE COMMISSIONERS COURTROOM OF THE
BRAZOS COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 300 E. 26-M STREET, SUITE 115, BRYAN,
TEXAS.
In addition to the regular agenda, the Commissioners Court will consider and take action
on the following item(s):
1. Permission to apply for four (4) new Credit Cards with credit limits of $50,000 for each to be
used only in the event of Emergency / Disaster Declarations by the County Judge.
The Brazos County Courthouse is wheelchair accessible. Handicap parking spaces are available. Any request for sign
interpretive services must be made two business days prior to the meeting. To make arrangements, call (979) 3614102.
Office of the County Judge . 300 East 2e St. • Suite 114 . Bryan, Texas 77803 . Fax: (979) 361-4503
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COMMISSIONERS' COURT
REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 13, 2006
A regular meeting of the commissioners' Court of Brazos
County, Texas was held in the Brazos County Commissioners
Courtroom in the Courthouse in Bryan, Brazos County, Texas,
beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 13, 2006 with the
following members of the Court present:
Randy Sims, County Judge, Presiding;
Lloyd Wassermann, Commissioner of Precinct 1;
Duane Peters, Commissioner of Precinct 2;
Kenny Mallard, Commissioner of Precinct 3;
Carey Cauley, Jr., Commissioner of Precinct 4;
Karen McQueen, County Clerk.
The attached sheet contains the names of the citizens and
officials that were in attendance.
Commissioner Cauley gave the invocation and led the
pledge of allegiance.
Under citizen input/and or concerns the following spoke:
Steve Kerbow, Kerbow and Associates
a) He is working with Brazos County on a state grant
application for the Riverside Waste Water
Treatment System. Currently, the system has many
violations. He is trying to address the system
using grant funds and hoping the City of Bryan
will contribute for parts that are inside the
city limits. If so, Bryan would cover local
matching funds of the grant. He has a workshop
to discuss the grant application scheduled for
tomorrow.
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Diane Davis
a) Has worked on problems associated with the
system. She gave a history of the system calling
it a every unorganized system" and that people
cannot afford the cost of a new one. She offered
to bring in people and have them meet with the
Commissioners on this if needed.
The Court next considered Budget Amendment #05/06-36.1
through 36.8 that would transfer funds from the Appellate
Judicial Fund to the General Fund, from Contingency and DDEA
to Constable, Precinct 4; correct budget amendment 05/06-32.4;
reallocate funds for the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1,
Sheriff's Office, 85th District Court, Juvenile Services; and
increase the budget for Alternative Dispute Resolution. On
motion by Commissioner Cauley, seconded by Commissioner
Peters, the Court voted unanimously to approve the budget
amendment as submitted, a copy of which is attached hereto.
The Court proceeded to consider the change of status of
employees as submitted on the attached Personnel Action
Requests. On motion by Commissioner Peters, seconded by
Commissioner Wassermann, the Court voted unanimously to
approve the changes as submitted.
The Court next considered the following Claims as
submitted by the County Treasurer for payment:
7020211-7020492
On motion by Commissioner Cauley, seconded by Commissioner,
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Peters, the Court voted unanimously to approve the Claims as
submitted.
The next matter for consideration by the Court was
adopting order #06-003 Prohibiting outdoor burning in Brazos
County. Chuck Frazier, Emergency Management Coordinator,
stated that the Fire Chiefs were not requesting a ban at this
time. The County Judge moved to adopt the order.
Commissioner Cauley seconded the motion. Commissioners
Wassermann, Peters and the County Judge voted "Aye".
Commissioners Mallard and Cauley voted "No". The motion to
adopt the order carried.
The next matter before the Court was consideration of
Brazos County Order No. 06-004 Restricting Use of Fireworks in
Unincorporated areas of Brazos County, Texas. Bill Youngkin,
Attorney representing owners of Fireworks Warehouse, discussed
criteria for banning fireworks based on the Local Government
Code. He stated that the KBDI has never met the level to
justify the ban. He also pointed out that 20 of all fireworks
sales go to volunteer fire departments. He said there is less
of a chance of fireworks starting a fire than lightening. The
Court should only pass an Order if the KBDI is above the level
for three (3) or four (4) days straight. He then asked if the
Order is passed, that it state if the KBDI is below level for
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three (3) days straight, the ban should be lifted. The Court
discussed recessing the meeting to get a better idea of
conditions closer to the 15th. The County Judge then announced
no action would be taken on this item at the time.
The court next considered the reappointment of
individuals to serve as fire commissioners for Rural Fire
Prevention District 2. On motion by Commissioner Wassermann,
seconded by Commissioner Cauley, the Court voted unanimously
to appoint the following individuals to a term effective
January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2008:
a) Hawley West
b) Diana Kurten
c) Donald Lampo
The next matter before the Court was consideration of a
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Brazos County and
the Texas Department of Public Safety concerning the Texas
Interoperability Channel Plan (TCIP). The MOU establishes
permissions and guidelines for use of interoperability or
mutual aid radio channels. On motion by the County Judge,
seconded by Commissioner Cauley, the Court voted unanimously
to approve the MOU and authorized the County Judge to execute
the document. A copy is attached.
The next matter before the Court was consideration of an
agreement between Brazos County and IntelliCorp Records, Inc.
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to provide IntelliCorp with public criminal records. In
exchange for the records, IntelliCorp has agreed to pay Brazos
County $12,000.00 annually. On motion by Commissioner Cauley,
seconded by Commissioner Peters, the Court voted unanimously
to approve the agreement and authorized the County Judge to
execute the document. A copy is attached.
On motion by Commissioner Peters, seconded by
Commissioner Cauley, the Court voted unanimously to authorize
the County Judge to execute a Tax Resale Deed to the following
individual:
Richard Pena - Lot 11, Block 12, Broadway Addition,
City of Bryan, Brazos County, Texas.
The next matter before the Court was a request from
County Court at Law II Judge Jim Locke for approval of payment
of lodging expenses. The host hotel was completely booked.
He found lodging elsewhere at a lower price but that still
exceeded the maximum allowed by the travel policy. On motion
by Commissioner Peters, seconded by Commissioner Cauley, the
Court voted unanimously to approve the request to pay for
lodging expenses.
The Court next considered a request from Constable
Precinct 4, Isaac Butler, to appoint Russell Nobles and Toni
Piccolo, Jr., as non-paid Deputy Constables. On motion by
Commissioner Cauley, seconded by Commissioner Peters, the
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Court voted unanimously to approve the request from Constable
Butler to appoint Russell Nobles and Tony Piccolo, Jr. as non-
paid Deputy Constables subject to the appointments being
within the allotted number of deputies.
The next matter before the Court was approval for the
Purchasing Agent to advertise Bid 2006-033, Construction of
Communication Tower and Building at Millican. On motion by
Commissioner Mallard, seconded by Commissioner Cauley, the
Court voted unanimously to authorize the Purchasing Agent to
advertise for bids for Construction of Communication Tower and
Building at Millican.
The Court next considered a request from the Assistant
Purchasing Agent to secure quarterly quotes for food and food
preparation items as per Local Government Code
262.024(A)(8)(d). The quotes will apply for the Jail
Detention Center and Juvenile Detention. On motion by
Commissioner Peters, seconded by Commissioner Wassermann, the
Court voted unanimously to approve the request to secure
quarterly quotes.
The Court next considered acceptance of a Special
Warranty Deed for right-of-way on House Cemetery Road in
Precinct 2. On motion by Commissioner Peters, seconded by
Commissioner Cauley, the Court voted unanimously to authorize
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the County Judge to accept on behalf of Brazos County a
Special Warranty Deed from Edgar Jack Irick and Edna Lee Irick
for the expansion and improvements to House Cemetery Road.
The Court next considered acceptance of a Temporary
Construction Easement for the expansion and improvements to
House Cemetery Road in Precinct 2. On motion by Commissioner
Peters, seconded by Commissioner Wassermann, the Court voted
unanimously to authorize the County Judge to accept on behalf
of Brazos County a Temporary Construction Easement from Edgar
Jack Irick and Edna Lee Irick for the expansion and
improvements to House Cemetery Road.
The next matter before the Court was to rescind action of
the Commissioner's Court on May 16, 2006 approving a request
from Wickson Special Utility District to construct five (5)
road bores and 3,600 feet of 12 inch PVC water line in the
right-of-way of Rock Prairie Road and I&GN Road in Precinct 1.
This is necessitated due to a clerical error. On motion by
Commissioner Wassermann, seconded by Commissioner Peters, the
Court voted unanimously to rescind the action on the request
from Wickson Special Utility District.
The Court next considered the request from Wellborn
Special Utility District to construct five (5) road bores and
3,600 feet of 12 inch PVC water line in the right-of-way of
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Rock Prairie Road and I&GN Road. The site is located in
Precinct
1.
The County Engineer
stated that
all
appeared
to
be in
order
and recommended
approval.
On
motion
by
Commissioner Wassermann, seconded by Commissioner Peters, the
Court voted unanimously to approve the request from Wellborn
Special Utility District and authorized the installation. A
copy of the request is attached hereto.
The County Judge next considered an Addendum to the
agenda that was to consider granting permission to apply for
four (4) new credit cards with credit limits of $50,000 for
each to be used only in the event of Emergency/Disaster
Declaration by the County Judge. On motion by Commissioner
Peters, seconded by commissioner Cauley, the Court voted
unanimously to approve the request.
Under announcement of interest items and possible future
agenda topics the following spoke:
Commissioner Mallard
a) Said that the Newman 10 Awards presentation will
be tomorrow at 10:00 a.m. at the Hilton Hotel
Under citizen input and/or concerns, the following spoke:
Sheriff
a) Informed the court that the jail population was
at the full level. We need to start looking
seriously at ideas like ankle bracelets and work
release programs. If we exceed capacity we
jeopardize our certification.
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There were no Agency/Board/Committee reports by Court
members.
The County Judge recessed the meeting until 9:00 a.m.
June 14, 2006.
At 9:00 a.m., June 14, 2006, the County Judge reconvened
the Commissioners Court meeting. All members of the Court
were present along with Candy Gallego, Executive Assistant,
Chuck Frazier, Emergency Management Coordinator and Debbie
Lockledge, Administrative Assistant.
The Court met to consider Brazos County Order #06-004
restricting the use of fireworks in the unincorporated areas
of Brazos County, Texas. The County Judge asked for citizen
input. Chuck Frazier, Emergency Management Coordinator,
informed the Court that the KBDI mean had gone up to 478 from
yesterday's reading. Then on motion by Commissioner Mallard,
seconded by Commissioner Wassermann, the Court voted
unanimously to recess until 9:00 a.m., June 15, 2006 to again
consider the ban on fireworks. The meeting will be held in
room 108.
June 15, 2006.
At 9:00 a.m., June 15, 2006, the County Judge reconvened
the Commissioners Court meeting. All members of the Court
were present. The attached sheet contains the names of the
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citizens and officials that were in attendance. The Court met
to consider Brazos County Order #06-004 restricting the use of
fireworks in the unincorporated areas of Brazos County, Texas.
The County Judge asked for citizen input but there was none.
Chuck Frazier, Emergency Management Coordinator, said the KBDI
mean was 448 on Tuesday the mean is now 491, the maximum is
581 and the minimum is 377. He went on to say that the fire
departments are recommending a ban on fireworks.
Bill Youngkin, Attorney at Law, said the index is not
appropriate for banning fireworks and asked the Court to not
ban them. He urged the Court to follow the statutes. The
County Judge said that the statute does not say which KBDI to
use. Mr. Youngkin argued that the legislature uses the mean.
Commissioner Wassermann says his Precinct is above 500 and
also Washington County passed a ban. Mr. Youngkin said that
Washington County is above 500. Mr. Youngkin then said the
statute says that the ban should be in place before the 15th
and today is the 15th. He argued that it is too late to ban
fireworks.
Churck Frazier, Emergency Management Coordinator, said it
was a safe assumption that the way the KDBI levels have risen,
we will reach level this weekend.
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The County Judge said it was his responsibility to
protect citizens not the fireworks industry.
Mr. Youngkin argued that the Court must comply with the
statutes and it is too late to pass the ban today.
Commissioner Mallard was concerned that they had delayed
their opinion as a courtesy to the fireworks companies and now
feels trapped.
Mr. Youngkin asserted that the Court only delayed in
hopes of the index reaching 500.
On motion by Commissioner Cauley, seconded by
Commissioner Peters, the Court voted unanimously to recess for
one hour and will come back at 10:20 a.m.
The County Judge reconvened the Commissioners Court
meeting at 10:20 a.m. and said that he had received a letter
earlier from TAC stating the 15th would be the last day to ban
fireworks, but after talking to TAC, he discovered the letter
was incorrect. On motion by Commissioner Cauley, seconded by
Commissioner Peters, the Court voted unanimously take no
action on the fireworks ban as the ban should have been passed
before the 15th
There being no further business to come before the Court,
the meeting was adjourned.
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The foregoing minutes of the Commissioners Court meeting held
June
13, 2006
have been
examined
and are approved
in open
Court
this the
day of
, 2006,
in Bryan,
Duane Peters
Commissioner, Precinct 2
arey C ley, Jr.
Comminer, Preci ct 4
Attest:
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Karen McQueen
County Clerk
Lloyd ssermann
commissioner, Precinct 1
Kenny Mall d
Commissione , Precinct
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BRA:' OS COUNTY, TEXAS
BUDGET AMENDMENT(S) FOR THL ,005-2006 BUDGET YEAR
NO. 05/06-36.1 thru 05/06-36.8
On this the 13'h day of June 2006 at a regular meeting of the Commissioners' Court, the following
members were present:
Randy Sims, County Judge, Presiding
Lloyd Wassermann, Commissioner, Precinct I
E. Duane Peters, Commissioner, Precinct 2
G. Kenny Mallard, Commissioner, Precinct 3
Carey Cauley, Jr., Commissioner, Precinct 4
Karen McQueen, County Clerk
The following proceedings were held:
THAT WHEREAS, on 13 June 2006 the Court heard and approved a budget amendment for the
2005-2006 budget year for Brazos County, Texas; and
WHEREAS, an expenditure is necessary due to the necessity to meet unusual and unforeseen
conditions which could not be reasonably included in the original budget adopted 20 September 2005, the
following amendment(s) to the original budget are hereby authorized, as described on the attached page(s).
ADOPTED AND APPROVED this the 13'h day of June 2006.
THE COMMISSIONERS COURT OF BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS.
Copies: County Auditor
County Treasurer
Commissioners' Court Minutes
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Original: County Clerk's Office and
attached to the original budget
BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS
BUDGET AMENDMENTS
No. 05/06 - 36.1
6/13/2006
FD
DIV
ACCT
PROJ
DR/CR
ACCOUNT NAME
Increase
Decrease
1600
41014000
CR
Fees - County Clerk
85.00
1600
41040000
CR
Fees - District Clerk
220.00
1600
45010000
CR
Interest - Accounts
165.60
1600
54000100
61227000
CR
10th Appeals Court
15,500.00
1600
91300000
DR
Transfer to General Fund
15,970.60
01001
1
47010000
DR
Reserve Fund Balance
15,970.60
01001
1
49010000
CR
Transfer fm A lellate Judicial
15,970.60
Appellate Judicial Fund:
To close the Appellate Judicial Fund and transfer the funds to General Fund.
Brazos County will not be r uired to share in the cost of the 10th Appeals Court based on the
change in Chapter 22 of the Government Code. Historically the County has had to transfer
funds from the General Fund to satisfy the funding requirements for the appellate courts because
the fees collected were insufficient. It was concluded that all funds available in Appellate Judicial
Fund should be transferred back to the General Fund.
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BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS
BUDGET AMENDMENTS
No. 05/06 - 36.3
6/13/2006
FD DIV ACCT PROJ DR/CR ACCOUNT NAME Increase Decrease
0100 24101100 59100000 CR DDEA 300.00
0100 24101100 60360000 DR Furniture 300.00
Justice of the Peace Pct. 1:
To reallocate funds for the purchase of a new chair.
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BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS
BUDGET AMENDMENTS
No. 05/06 - 36.4
6/13/2006
FD
DIV
ACCT
PROJ
DR/CR
ACCOUNT NAME
Increase
Decrease
101001
280001001
65950000
DR
Vehicle Maintenance
3,000.00
0100
28000100
59100000
CR
DDEA
3,000.00
F_ ]Sheriff's Office -To move funds from DDEA for increased Vehicle Maintenance expenditures.
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BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS
BUDGET AMENDMENTS
No. 05/06 - 36.5
6/13/2006
FD
DIV
ACCT
PROJ
DR/CR
ACCOUNT NAME
Increase
Decrease
0100
22000100
52500000
DR
Contract Services
800.00
0100
22000100
61931000
CR
Visitin Jud es
300.00
0100
22000100
61110000
CR
Conference and Seminars
500.00
85th District Court - To move funds to allow for increased use of visiting bailiffs. I!
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BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS
F+ DGET AMENDMENTS
No. 05/06 - 36.6
6/13/2006=
FD
DIV
ACCT
PROJ
DR/CR
ACCOUNT NAME
Increase
Decrease
101001
310001001
80211000
DR
Com uter Software
8,000.00
0100
31000100
60500000
CR
Office Equipment
8,000.00
Juvenile Services -For the purchase of individual WordPerfect licenses. Courta roved
movin the money on May 30th from DDEA to ca it!lc nt but purchase is not a ca ital
item. Auditor told the department wrong.
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BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS
BUDGET AMENDMENTS
No. 05/06 - 36.7
FD '
DIV
ACCT
PROJ
DR/CR
ACCOUNT NAME
Increase
Decrease
0100
11001500
61130000
CR
Contingency
3,300.00
0100
30401100
59100000
CR
DDEA
667.00
0100
30401100
65950000
DR
Vehicle Maintenance
1,667.00
0100
30401100
65350000
DR
Gasoline
2,300.00
Constable Precinct 4:
To move funds from DDEA and the County's Contingency for increased Vehicle Maintenance and
~Gasoline expenditures. I I I
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BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS
BUDGET AMENDMENTS
No. 05/06 - 36.8
FD DIV ACCT PROJ DR/CR ACCOUNT NAME Increase 17001 1 41006000 CR Fees - Alternative Dispute 16,200.00
1700 11070000 73400000 DR Dispute Resolution Center 16,200.00
Alternative Dispute Resolution:
To increase the buduet for both revenue and expenditure based on the estimated annualized amount.
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PERSONNEL
CHANGE OF STATUS REQUESTS
4
Commissioner Court Date: June 13, 2006
Department Submitting Information: Human Resources
Purpose of Submissions: Consider and Take Action on Change Requests
Department Submitting Employee Request Action Requested
Request(s) Applies To
Ag Extension Johnson, Stephanie
Brazos Center Lopez, Sonny
Aguero, Mike
District Clerk Smolinsky, Lauren
Spitler, Mary Ann
Alexander, Carrie
Thomas, Princess
Resignation
Resignation
New Hire
Resignation
New Hire
Resignation
New Hire
Justice of the Peace Pct. 1
Tax Office
Approved in Commissioners' Court: June 13,
County Judge's or Commissioner's Signature:
(This Copy to be attached to minutes)
Training Position In
Co. Judge's Dept.
Transfer to F/T
Position JP Pct. 1
Dept.
Emola, Debra
New Hire
New Hire
Promotion
Promotion
Promotion
Promotion
Berry, Jennifer
Sackman, Tonia
Roney, Michele
Espinoza, Felicia
Sifuentez, Patricia
Moncivais, Cindy
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BRAZOSCOUNTY
BRYAN, TEXAS
STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF BRAZOS
ORDER NO. 06-003
PROHIBITING OUTDOOR BURNING IN BRAZOS COUNTY
WHEREAS, the Commissioners Court of Brazos County finds that circumstances
present in all or part of the unincorporated area of the county create a public safety hazard that
would be exacerbated by outdoor burning;
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED by the Commissioners Court of Brazos County that all
outdoor burning is prohibited in the unincorporated area of the county for ninety (90) days from
the date of adoption of this Order, unless the restrictions are terminated earlier based on a
determination made by the Texas Forest Service or this Court. This Order is adopted pursuant to
Local Government Code §352.081 and other applicable statutes. This Order does not prohibit
outdoor burning activities related to public health and safety that are authorized by the Texas
Natural Resources Commission for (1) firefighter training; (2) public utility, natural gas pipeline
or mining operations; (3) planting or harvesting of agricultural crops; or (4) burns that are
conducted by a prescribed burn manager certified under Section 153.048, Natural Resources
Code, and meet the standards of Section 153.047, Natural Resources Code.
In accordance with Local Government Code §352.081 (h), a violation of this Order is a
Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine not to exceed $500.00.
ADOPTED this 13a' day of June, 2006 by a vote of 5 ayes and gy - nays.
County Judge
ATTEST:
Karen McQueen, Coun y Clerk
Office of the County Judge • 300 East 2dh St. • suite 114 • Bryan, Texas 77803 • Fax: (979) 361-4503
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MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
Texas Interoperability Channel Plan (TICP)
Original issue, April 1, 2005
Texas Department of Public Safety
And
BRAZOS COUNTY
(Federal Agency, State, or Local Jurisdiction, Emergency Organization)
Purpose
This Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) establishes permissions and guidelines for use of
interoperability or mutual-aid radio channels by
• Local government jurisdictions and their associated emergency response agencies
• State agencies in Texas and their associated emergency response organizations
• Federal agency local units in Texas and their associated emergency response
organizations
• Private sector emergency response organizations licensed or otherwise entitled to
operate in the Public Safety Pool as defined in Part 90 of the FCC Rules (47CFR
subpart B paragraphs 90.15-90.20).
It imposes certain protocols, procedures, and obligations upon jurisdictions hereby authorized to
use state-licensed radio channels held by the Texas Department of Public Safety (TxDPS).
This agreement supersedes the MOU associated with the Immediate Radio Communications
Interoperability Plan (IRCIP) of January, 2003. The IRCIP shall continue in force until this
agreement is executed by the jurisdiction, or until December 31, 2005, whichever comes first.
Authority
Execution of this agreement by state and local entities is authorized by Texas Government
Code Chapter 791 (local governments), Chapter 771 (state agencies), and Texas Government
Code Chapter 411.0105 (Public Safety Radio Communications Council). This MOU satisfies
Federal Communications Commission Part 90 rules for extending license privileges to others by
agreement.
Federal agencies are permitted access to interoperability channels as authorized by 47 CFR
2.102 (c) & 2.103 and Part 7.12 of the NTIA Manual. Federal agencies may execute this MOU
and shall adhere to the attached guidelines.
Applicability
This MOU authorizes the use of certain radio frequencies by emergency response organizations
as defined by Department of Homeland Security (Office of Domestic Preparedness) and the
Governor's Division of Emergency Management. Generally, this includes organizations in the
following governmental disciplines:
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Emergency Management
Law Enforcement
Fire Service
Emergency Medical Services
Public Works / Transportation
Public Safety Communications
Public Health
Health Care
Hazardous Materials
Governmental Administration
This MOU authorizes use of state-licensed frequencies for the purpose of coordination between
emergency response agencies and resources. Such coordination may occur during interagency
operations, en-route travel, or on-incident communications in accordance with an Incident
Communications Plan.
Background
The 77h Legislature, in an effort to provide for effective emergency radio communications by
state agencies, called for an Interagency Radio Work Group (IRWG) to develop a state agency
communications network. That group developed a preliminary plan that was accepted by the
state IRWG and the Sheriffs Association of Texas on March 27, 2001.
Subsequently, the IRWG determined that the state agency communications network should be
expanded to include all public safety agencies in the state. This was accomplished by IRWG's
development of the Immediate Radio Communications Interoperability Plan (IRCIP) of January,
2003. The IRCIP addressed radio communications interoperabiliity between state and local
jurisdictions using VHF wideband radio eauioment for dispatch, en-route, and on-incident
communications. Approximately 300 local government jurisdictions have accepted the IRCIP
and submitted an executed Memorandum of Understanding to TxDPS.
In response to a Federal Communications Commission requirement for establishment of
state/regional advisory committees, the Texas Statewide Interoperability Executive Committee
(TSIEC) was formally established as an advisory committee to TxDPS.
The Texas Interoperability Channel Plan, developed by TSIEC and included in this MOU,
provides essential guidance for interoperable radio communications using VHF l IHF 700 MHz.
and 800 MHz radio equipment for interagency coordination, en-route travel, or on-incident
communications.
Understandings
Texas Department of Public Safety will:
Manage and maintain proper licenses for the use of the interoperability frequencies
identified herein.
Manage and maintain an accurate database of federal and state agencies and local
government jurisdictions that have accepted and signed this MOU.
Issue updates and revisions to the Texas Interoperability Channel Plan contained herein
upon request by the Texas Statewide Interoperability Executive Committee (TSIEC) and
the Executive Director of the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Participate in regional communications planning (generally arranged by regional Council
of Governments) that provides for regional radio communications interoperability.
Manage use of the interoperability frequencies by its employees, ensuring compliance
with the Texas Interoperability Channel Plan (TICP) and federal/state/local laws,
ordinances, and rules.
• Use the interoperability frequencies authorized hereby for their intended purpose of
coordination between emergency response agencies and resources. Such coordination
may occur during interagency operations, en-route travel, or on4ncident.
Use the interoperability frequencies for operational and en-route communications in
accordance with local and regional policies and procedures.
• Use the interoperability frequencies for on-incident communications in accordance with
the Incident Communications Plan established by the on-scene Incident Commander.
• Prioritize use of the interoperability frequencies:
o Emergency or urgent operation involving imminent danger to life or property
o Disaster or extreme emergency operation requiring extensive interoperability and
inter-agency communications.
o Special event, generally of a pre-planned nature
o Joint training exercises
o Inter-agency and enroute communications
• Implement radio communications procedures consistent with the National Incident
Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS) including:
o Use "plain language" without 10-codes or agency-specific codes/jargon.
o Use the calling protocol: "Agency-Unit his is Agency-Unit rather than
"Unit # tQ Unit
Examples: "Bryan EMS 1605, this is Tyler Fire 2102"or "Incident Command, this Is DPS 505"
• Ensure that mobile, portable, and temporary base radios intended for use by agency
leadership (officers) are configured with the appropriate in-band interoperability
frequencies as found in the TCIP. This means that, as a minimum, the interoperable
frequencies would be added to the day-today frequencies used by that entity.
o Texas Law 1: analog wideband VHF coordination channel for mobile-to-mobile
use by emergency personnel on a scene or incident
o Texas Law 2: analog wideband VHF calling channel for mobile-to-base use by
transient or en-route emergency personnel
o Texas Law 3: National analog wideband VHF channel for coordination of law
enforcement activities
o Texas Fire 1, Texas Fire 2, Texas Fire 3, analog wideband VHF frequencies
primarily for fire service use or for use as dictated by Incident Commander on
incidents
o Texas Medical 1, analog wideband VHF frequency primarily for use by EMS
agency personnel on incidents
o Texas Air 2, analog wideband VHF frequency for air-to-ground use with state or
federal aircraft only at direction of Incident Commander on incidents.
• Ensure that appropriate interoperability calling channels are monitored by
communications operators at dispatch centers identified in a regional communications
plan. As an example, monitoring may include, at a minimum:
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o Texas Law 2, analog wideband VHF calling channel (this channel, formerly
designated "Intercity", is implemented at most dispatch points in Texas). This
channel should be used until December 31, 2007. .
VCALL analog narrowband VHF calling channel, implemented not later than
January 1, 2008, in accordance with regional interoperability plans developed by
regional Councils of Government.
Ensure that interoperability calling channels are monitored at the Incident Command
Post on major incidents requiring significant aid from agencies beyond routine local
interoperability. Monitoring shall include one or more of the following:
o Texas Law 2, analog wideband VHF calling channel
o WALL, analog narrowband VHF calling channel
[implement by January 1, 2006]
o UCALL, analog narrowband UHF calling channel
[implement by January 1, 2006]
0 7CALL, digital narrowband P25 700 MHz calling Channel [implement by January
1, 2008]
0 8CALL, analog national calling channel [implement by January 1, 2006]
Incident Command Post monitoring may be implemented using cross-band repeaters,
communications operator console patching, or VHF/UHF/7001800 MHz fixed or mobile
gateway.
The parties mutually agree:
Jurisdiction and TxDPS agree that their mutual interests will be furthered by continued
coordination between the jurisdiction and the Texas Statewide Interoperability Executive
Committee (TSIEC).
Jurisdiction and TxDPS agree that this Memorandum of Understanding may be
cancelled at any time, by written notice to the other party, or by subsequent agreements.
TICP Incorporated into this MOU
The attached Texas Interoperability Channel Plan (TICP--Original Issue March 25, 2005) is
incorporated into this MOU in its entirety. The TICP may be revised by TSIEC and TxDPS from
time to time, and revisions will be provided to Jurisdictions by TxDPS.
Should Jurisdiction elect to withdraw from this MOU because of TICP revisions, notice shall be
given by mail to Texas Department of Public Safety, Box 4087, attn: RF Unit, Austin TX 78773-
0250.
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Agreement
This Memorandum of Understanding was agreed to this 1,3_ day of JUNE 200: 6.
Return two copies of only this signaiurN page to the address below.
JURISDICTION
Jurisdiction Name:
Authorized Signature:
Print Name:
Title:
Jurisdiction Address: 300 E. 26th STREET
7780
Phone: 979_361-41 n4 e-mail: rcimGCco brazos tx.us
Number of mobile, portable, and/or temporary base radios to be operated under DPS
licenses:
Mobile Portable Temporary Base-Mobile Relay
150 MHz Wideband
150 MHz Narrowband
450 MHz Narrowband
700MHz
800 MHz NPSPAC 72 140 10
(This infonnation is required by TxDPS as a condition of its licenses from the FCC.)
TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
Authorized Signature:
For the Executive Director
Robert E. Pletcher
Program Director, TxDPS RF Unit and
Chairman, Texas Statewide Interoperability Executive Committee
P.O. Box 4087, Drawer 0259
Austin, Texas 78773-0250
Telephone 512-424-5307
Robert Pletcher(a)txdos.state.tx.us
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COUNTY JUDGE _
Texas Interoperability
Channel Plan
For FCC Designated Public Safety Interoperability Channels 150 MHz - 800 MHz
Developed By
Texas Statewide Interoperability Executive Committee (TSIEC)
Robert E. Pletcher, Chairman
Original Issue April 1, 2005
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RECORD OF CHANGES
Texas inter®perability Channel Plan
CHANGE #
DATE
OF CHANGE
CHANGE
DATE ENTERED
Issue
4-1-2005
Initial Issue
04-1-2005
t
1
Deleted "narrowband" from phrase
narrowband 800", pg. 14.
4-6 2005
2
E
Frequencies transposed in Figure 5,
pgs. 15 & 30.
4-6 2005
3
46 2005
Deleted word "refarming" from
refarming order", pgs. 15 & 30.
4-6-2005
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Texas Interoperability Channel Plan
For FCC Designated Public Safety Interoperability Channels 150 MHz- 800 MHz
Table of Contents
A. INTRODUCTION
4
B. GENERAL CONDITIONS FOR USE OF STAT&LICENSED INTEROPERABILITY CHANNELS
..............4
Operational
4
5
Co-Channel and Adjacent Channel interference
Calling Channels
..............6
7
CTCSS and NAC Coded Squelch
Modulation and Encryption
...............7
7
Temporary Base and Repeater/Mobile Relay Stations
Fixed Base and Repeater/Mobile Relay Stations
...............8
C. SPECIFIC GUIDELINES VHF 150 MHz Wideband Channels
..............8
D.
SPECIFIC GUIDELINES VHF 150 MHz Narrowband Channels
10
E.
SPECIFIC GUIDELINESUHF 450 MHz Wideband Channels
............................11
F
SPECIFIC GUIDELINES UHF 450 MHz Narrowband Channels
............................11
G.
SPECIFIC GUIDELINES 700 MHz Channels
.............................13
H.
SPECIFIC GUIDELINES 800 MHz Channels
14
L
SPECIFIC GUIDELINES --INTEROPERABILITYCROSS-BAND SYSTEMS_
.............................15
Appendix A, State Licenses for Interoperability Channels
.............................19
Appendix B, Texas Interoperability Channels
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Texas Interoperability Channel Plan
For FCC Designated Public Safety Interoperability Channels 150 MHz -800 MHz
1. INTRODUCTION
This Channel Plan describes conditions and guidelines for use of state-licensed interoperability or
mutual-aid radio channels by:
Local government jurisdictions and their associated emergency response agencies
Federal agency offices in Texas and their associated emergency response organizations
• Private emergency response organizations licensed or eligible to operate in the Public
Safety Pool as defined in Part 90 of the FCC Rules (47CFR subpart B paragraphs 90.15-
90.20). See http://wireless.fcc.gov/publicsafety/-`pspool.htmi for further information on FCC
public safety radio pool eligibility.
Texas Department of Public Safety holds licenses for all interoperability channels. The licenses
provide for:
Operation of VHF, UHF, 700 MHz, and 800 MHz radio equipment on interoperability or
mutual aid channels
• Operation of mobile, portable, and temporary base radios only. Fixed-base stations, such as
dispatch points, PSAPs, etc., must be separately licensed by the jurisdiction, agency, or
private emergency response organization.
By executing the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) associated with this Texas Interoperability
Channel Plan, public safety entities may operate under existing Texas Department of Public Safety
(rxDPS) state licenses:
Channel Band FCC Lice
150 MHz Wideband WPY1930
150 & 450 MHz Narrowband WQBC290
700M Hz W PTZ776
800 MHz NPSPAC WPGV57
2. GENERAL CONDITIONS FOR USE OF STATE-LICENSED INTEROPERABILITY
CHANNELS
By executing the MOU associated with this Texas Interoperability Channel Plan, signatories agree
to abide by the following general conditions:
Operational
Interoperability calling channel and tactical channels should be programmed into all mobile,
portable, and temporary base radios operated by signatory agencies and organizations. At
a minimum, the channels should be programmed into all radios that can reasonably be
expected to be operated by agency or organization leadership (officers, incident
commanders, etc.)
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Use of the interoperability channels shall be limited to their designated purpose of
coordination between emergency response agencies and resources. Such coordination
may occur during routine operations, en-route travel, or on-incident.
The interoperability channels should not be used for routine dispatch operations, but may be
used for routine and en-route communications in accordance with local and regional policies
and procedures.
Use of the interoperability channels shall be prioritized:
1. Emergency or urgent operation involving imminent danger to life or property
2. Disaster or extreme emergency operation requiring extensive interoperability and
inter-agency communications
3. Special event, generally of a pre-planned nature
4. Joint training exercises
5. Interagency and en-route communications in accordance with local and regional
policies and procedures.
• Use of the interoperability channels for on-incident communications shall be in accordance
with an Incident Communications Plan established by the on-scene incident commander.
The controlling agency for an incident shall, through its incident commander, assign and\or
reassign interoperability channels for each operational period as required to support incident
operations.
• Radio communications procedures consistent with the National Incident Management
System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS) shall be implemented, including:
o Use "plain language" without 10-codes or agency-specific codeslargon
o Use the calling order, "Agency-Unit this is Agency-Unit calling order, rather
than "Unit # to Unit
Example: "Bryan 1605 this is Tyler 2102" or "Incident Command this is DIPS 505
• Interoperability channels shall be used only for voice traffic. Paging, DTMF signaling and
SCADA operations are not permitted on interoperability calling or tactical channels. The
transmitters and/or receivers in temporary base stations and repeaters/mobile relays shall
not be enabled, disabled or muted by any over-the-air signaling device (selective or DTMF
signaling, etc).
• To alleviate confusion, the standard channel names listed in this plan should be used in all
equipment to refer to individual channels. Radios not capable of displaying alphanumeric
channel labels should be placarded to indicate the channel names and their corresponding
positions on the radio's channel selector switch.
• All mobile and portable radio equipment should employ a time-out timer set to limit
transmission duration to a period of no greater than 120 seconds (2 minute).
• User-initiated telephone interconnect, e.g. phone patch, on the interoperability channels is
not permitted.
Co-Channel and Adjacent Channel Interference
The statewide interoperability channels and CTCSS tones are designated statewide under this plan
and thus co-channel interference is possible. Given adequate geographic separation, coordinated
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co-channel operations at separate incidents and venues may be conducted if effective radiated
power is limited to the minimum level required to maintain reliable communications at each incident.
Because FCC frequency re-farming has established new narrowband channels adjacent to existing
wideband channels, interference from properly licensed adjacent channel users is possible. If
interference to the interoperability channels from licensed users (who are signatory to this plan)
occurs during an incident, those users should consider their communications to be secondary to
emergency interoperability traffic on the interoperability channels.
On-channel and adjacent channel interference issues during an incident or event must be resolved
by the incident commander. The Texas Department of Public Safety, RF Unit, should be
immediately be notified of interference to the interoperability channels in order to assist in resolution
of the problem.
Calling Channels
initial radio contact during travel to or arrival at an emergency incident may be established on an
appropriate interoperability calling channel.
• Calling channel communications shall use non-encrypted analog FM emissions, with the widest
allowable bandwidth per current FCC regulations. Exception: 700 MHz calling channel must
utilize Project 25 Phase 1 Common Air Interface (CAI).
• If a region, or an adjacent region, has wideband VHF users, Texas Law 2 should be continually
monitored by appropriate dispatch points within the affected regions until those users
substantially complete conversion to either narrowband VHF or another channel band. At a time
to be identified in the regional interoperability plan, Texas Law 2 monitoring should be
augmented by or converted to the narrowband VHF channel VCALL. Note the conversion date
of January 1, 2008 identified in the MOU associated with this channel plan.
• If a region, or an adjacent region, has wideband UHF users, a regionally identified wideband
UHF channel should be continually monitored by appropriate dispatch points within the affected
regions until those users substantially complete conversion to either narrowband UHF or
another channel band. These wideband UHF channels must be licensed separately and are not
covered by this plan. At a time to be identified in the regional interoperability plan, wideband
UHF monitoring should be augmented by or converted to the narrowband UHF channel VCALL.
• If a region, or an adjacent region, has jurisdictions that use or plan on using 700 MHz
equipment, the channel 7CAL59 should be continually monitored by appropriate dispatch points
within the affected regions when those users are substantially converted to 700 MHz. At a time
to be identified in the regional interoperability plan, any existing interoperability channel
monitoring should be augmented by or converted to the channel 7CAL59 within the affected
regions.
• If a region, or an adjacent region, has 800 MHz users, the 800 MHz channel 8CALL should be
continually monitored by appropriate dispatch points within the affected regions.
Monitoring of VHF wideband channel Texas Law 2 (formerly known as "Intercity") is wide-spread
throughout the state. Monitoring of the 800 MHz NPSPA channels is common is the metro areas as
well. The TSIEC suggests that regional interoperable communication plans recognize and address
the monitoring capabilities that will be needed within their jurisdictions in order to assure
interoperability among public safety users. For some regions, monitoring VHF and 800 MHz calling
channels may be adequate. Other regions may need to monitor additional interoperability channels
in order to assure that interoperability is achieved.
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CTCSS and NAC Coded Squelch
Continuous Tone Coded Squelch (CTCSS) or Network Access Codes (NAC) shall be used on the
interoperability. calling and tactical channels to mask interference, in accordance with the tables
below. Only the CTCSS tones and NAC Codes identified in this channel plan are allowed on the
interoperability channels within the state. These tones and codes shall not be changed nor others
added by the individual agency, the agency's communications vendor or any maintenance or
service provider.
Responding agencies from outside of Texas, and some in-state agencies with legacy equipment,
may not have the CTCSS transmit tones installed on VHF wideband interoperability channels. For
this reason, all mobile, portable, and temporary base radio receivers should be capable of "monitor"
mode operation.
Modulation and Encryption
Analog modulation is mandatory on all interooerability calling channels to facilitate interoperability
with legacy radio equipment in the field Exception: communications on all 700 MHz interooerability
hannels must be P25 Phase 1 CAI digital modulation
For most situations, analog modulation is preferred on tactical interoperability channels in all bands
except 700 MHz. For occasional pre-planned events, non-encrypted digital modulation is
authorized on tactical interoperability channels in all bands.
When used, digital modulation for interoperability channels shall be P-25 Phase 1 CAI compliant
and shall use the following criteria:
Network access code shall be $61 F for all interoperability channels
Talkgroup ID of $0001
Manufacturers ID of $00
a Message ID of $00000000000000000000 for open messages
For occasional pre-planned events where communications security is an issue, encrypted P-25
Phase 1 CAI modes are authorized on tactical channels. Specific encryption algorithms and
encryption keys shall be as defined by the event incident commander, and shall conform to the
Texas Interoperability Encryption Plan (TIEP), under separate cover.
Temporary Base and Repeater/Mobile Relay Stations
Temporary base stations and repeater/mobile relay stations are permitted by the MOU associated
with this channel plan, with the following conditions or restrictions:
Temporary base stations and temporary repeater/mobile relays that are deployed and
operating at an incident under interoperability conditions, may employ as much elevation
and Effective Radiated Power (ERP) as necessary to successfully support the incident.
However; Elevation and ERP should not exceed FCC licensed limitations (see Appendix A
for reference copies of state FCC licenses). Suggested on-scene parameters for temporary
base or repeater/mobile relay stations are:
o Temporary base and repeater stations should be limited to a maximum transmit antenna
height of 15.2m (50 ft), and maximum antenna gain of 3.0 dBd
o Transmit power shall not to exceed 50 watts when measured at the base of the antenna
(ERP 5 100 W).
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Temporary base and repeater/mobile relay stations shall not be left in permanent operation
and must be disabled upon conclusion of an incident or exercise.
Temporary base stations and repeater/mobile relay stations should incorporate automatic
station identification, using the call sign identified in paragraph A above, per FCC Part 90 of
the FCC rules.
Temporary base and repeater/mobile relay stations shall have a time out timer limiting
transmit duration to no greater than 120 seconds (2 minutes).
Temporary base and repeater/mobile relay stations when operating in the repeater mode
shall be configured to immediately drop transmit carrier upon cessation of input signal (no
squelch tail). Reasonable squelch hang time for weak received signals or signals that have
achieved a critical bit error rate (BER) is permitted. Prolonged "hang time", greater than 500
ms is not permitted.
End-of-transmission "courtesy tones" or "beeps" are not allowed on any interoperability
channel.
Fixed Base and Repeater/Mobile Relay Stations
For consistency with this plan, separately licensed fixed base and mobile relay stations should
conform to the following:
Fixed base and repeater/mobile relay stations should be part of and incorporated into local,
county, regional and state emergency operations plans.
Fixed base and repeater/mobile relay stations should provide balanced coverage, i.e., talk-
out and talk-back coverage should be approximately equal.
Fixed base or repeater/mobile relay stations on interoperability channels should not be used
for primary or secondary dispatch operations by the licensee.
Fixed base stations and repeater/mobile relay stations should incorporate automatic station
identification per FCC Part 90 of the FCC rules.
All fixed base and repeater/mobile relay stations should have a time out timer limiting
transmit duration to no greater than 120 seconds (2 minutes).
3. SPECIFIC GUIDELINES VHF 150 MHz Wideband Channels
For wideband VHF interoperability, the 8 (eight) channels described below will be used. All of these
channels are simplex and are not to be used in a repeater or mobile relay configuration other than
in conjunction with a temporary patch or temporary gateway connection. Note the following:
The VHF wideband interoperability channels were initially licensed by many agencies for
routine public safety operations. As such, these channels are being used for day-to-day
operations throughout the state and are therefore available only on a shared basis with
existing license holders. Localized, non-emergency traffic has traditionally taken place on
Texas Law 1 and Texas Law 2. Local agency licensees are strongly encouraged to keep
such traffic to a minimum and to curtail that activity during ongoing incidents.
The channels Texas Law 1 and Texas Law 2 are hereby designated as multidiscipline,
multi-agency public safety interoperability channels for all public safety agencies and other
signatories to the MOU associated with this channel plan. Texas Law 1 and Texas Law 2
should not be used for routine day-to-day dispatch operations.
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• Texas Law 1 is hereby designated as the primary on-incident calling and coordination
channel for mobile and portable units. Note that mobile and portable units will hear nearby
transmissions directed to dispatch centers on Texas Law 2 but will not hear dispatch center
responses.
• Texas Law 2 is hereby designated as the primary transient/en-route calling channel for
interoperable VHF wideband channel communications between mobile/portable units, fixed
and/or temporary base and repeater (mobile relay) stations. Note: the Texas Law 2 channel
is no longer designated as an "Intercity" channel.
• During an incident, the on-incident commander may or may not be within range of a Texas
Law 2 fixed or temporary base station. Should this occur, the on-incident commander's
radio should have the capability of operating like a temporary Texas Law 2 base station.
This requires putting a "TUA Base" channel into the radios of those officers who could
potentially be required to act an incident commander. This channel would be configured like
a Texas Law 2 base station, transmitting on Texas Law 2 and receiving on Texas Law 1
(CTCSS decode, 127.3 Hz).
• Texas Law 3 is designated as a tactical frequency primarily for law enforcement-related
incidents/events, but can be used as determined by the incident commander for any
discipline.
• Texas Fire 1, 2 and 3 are designated as tactical or command frequencies primarily for fire
agencies, but can be used as determined by the incident commander for any discipline.
• Texas Med 1 is designated as a tactical or command frequency primarily for medical
agencies, but can be used as determined by the incident commander for any discipline.
• Texas Air 2 is designated for Ground-to Air communications with State and Federal
Aircraft ONLY that may be assigned to an incident or event. It is to be used with only with
state and federal aircraft and is not designated for use with local aircraft, including local
EMS aircraft. Other frequencies associated with the VHF wideband frequencies can be
used with local EMS aircraft, such as Texas Law 1 or 3, Texas Fire 1-3, or Texas Mad 1.
• Some of the VHF wideband interoperable frequencies are in use across the state as primary
channels for many agencies. Therefore, the channels should be monitored before
assigning them for use on an incident or event to avoid interference with local agencies.
• Gateways, patching or cross-band repeating of VHF wideband calling channels to calling
channels in other bands is not permitted. Patching to/between interoperability tactical
channels is permitted during incidents or events involving interagency personnel if so
directed by the incident commander.
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Figure 1
VHF 150 MHz Wideband Interoperability Channels
(Mobile and Portable Configuration)
154.950 154.950 Carrier Squelch ONLY Texas Law 1 Calling channel, on-site, mobile to mobile
155.370 154.950 127.3 TX only Texas Law 2 Calling channel, to contact base stations
155.475 155.475 127.3 TX & RX Texas Law 3 On-scene tactical - command channel
154.280 154.280 127.3 TX & RX Texas Fire 1 On-scene tactical - command channel
154.265 154.265 127.3 TX & RX Texas Fire 2 On-scene tactical - command channel
154.295 154.295 127.3 TX & RX Texas Fire 3 On-scene tactical - command channel
155.340 155.340 127.3 TX & RX Texas Med 1 On-scene tactical - command channel
Air-to-Ground communications with state
151.385 151.385 127.3 TX & RX Texas Air 2 and federal aircraft ONLY
'Texas Air 1 is reserved and not available for use in this plan
This channel plan establishes specific labels for VHF wideband channels to assure consistent use
throughout the state. These labels are listed below and all participating agencies should use these
labels if possible. Alphanumeric radio displays should be consistent with the examples listed below
depending on each radio's capability. Any reference to previous identifiers (for example "Intercity")
should be removed from the radio display.
3-Digit-TL1 /TF1 /TM1 /TA2
6-Digit - TEX L1 / TEX F1 / TEX M1 / TEX A2
8-Digit-TEX LAW1 / TEXFIRE1 / TEX MED1 / TEX AIR2
10-Digit -TEXAS LAW1 / TEXAS FIRE1 / TEXAS MED1 / TEXAS AIR2
4. SPECIFIC GUIDELINES VHF 150 MHz Narrowband Channels
For narrowband VHF interoperability, the five narrowband channels described in Figure 2 below will
be used. All of these channels are simplex and are not to be used in a repeater or mobile relay
configuration other than in conjunction with a temporary patch or temporary gateway connection.
Note the following:
Narrowband VHF interoperability channels are identified by the FCC for interoperability use
within Texas. Some of these interoperable channels may already be licensed by local
agencies throughout the state for interoperability use.
The channel VCALL is designated as a multi-discipline, multi-agency public safety
interoperability calling channel for all public safety agencies and other signatories to the
MOU associated with this channel plan. The channel is designated for interoperable VHF
narrowband communications between mobile/portable radios and base stations, temporary
base stations and on-incident incident commander.
The tactical channels VTAC1 - VTAC4 should be assigned on-incident by the incident
commander.
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Gateways, patching or cross-band repeating of VHF narrowband calling channels to calling
channels in other bands is not permitted. Patching to/between interoperability tactical
channels is permitted during emergency situations if so directed by the incident commander.
Figure 2
VHF 150 MHz Narrowband Interoperability Channels (12.5 kHz)
(Mobile and Portable Configuration)
165.7625
$061 F
156.7
TX
& RX
VCALL
Calling Channel
151.1375
$061F
156.7
TX
& RX
VTAC1
On-scene tactical -command
channel
164.4525
$061F
156.7
TX
& RX
VTAC2
On-scene tactical -command
channel
168.7375
$061F
156.7
TX
& RX
VTAC3
On-scene tactical -command
channel
159.4726
$061 F
156.7
TX
& RX
VTAC4
On-scene tactical - command
channel
* recom
mended for
air-
to-ground
with state and federal aircraft only.
This channel plan establishes specific labels for VHF narrowband channels to assure consistency
throughout the state. These labels are listed below and all participating agencies should use these
labels if possible. Alphanumeric radio displays should be consistent with the examples listed below
depending on each radio's capability.
3- Digit - VCL, VT1, VT2, VT3, VT4
5+ Digit- VCALL, VTAC1, VTAC2, VTAC3, VTAC4
5. SPECIFIC GUIDELINES UHF 450 MHz Wideband Channels
Wideband UHF interoperability channels present challenges to the state. The FCC has not
identified specific UHF wideband channels for use in interoperability situations. Although a
substantial amount of UHF radio equipment is being used throughout the state, in many Cases
these UHF users are geographically dispersed. Many EMS responders utilize UHF wideband
equipment to communicate with hospitals and this equipment should be accounted for in regional
interoperability solutions. Some public safety agencies using UHF equipment have deployable
systems to provide an interface with other users and for on-incident commanders.
Regionally based interoperability solutions must consider how to incorporate wideband UHF users
into their respective regional interoperability plans. The General Conditions in section B of this
MOU should be included in such plans. If a deployable UHF gateway or a console patch is used
with the interoperability channels identified in this MOU, this interconnected equipment should
conform to the Conditions and Guidelines set out in this MOU.
6. SPECIFIC GUIDELINES UHF 450 MHz Narrowband Channels
For narrowband UHF interoperability, the four narrowband repeater channels (with direct) described
in Figure 3 below will be used. Note the following:
Narrowband UHF interoperability channels are identified by the FCC for interoperability use
within Texas. Some of these interoperable channels may already be licensed by multiple
agencies for interoperability use throughout the state.
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The channels UCALL and UCALLD are designated as multidiscipline, multi-agency public
safety interoperability calling channels for all public safety agencies and other signatories to
the MOU associated with this channel plan.
The UCALL channels are designated for interoperable UHF narrowband communications
between mobile/portable radios and base stations, temporary base stations and incident
commander.
The tactical repeater channels UTAC1 - UTAC3 and talk-around channels UTAC1D-
UTAC3D should be assigned by the incident commander.
This channel plan establishes specific labels for UHF narrowband channels to assure
consistency throughout the state. These labels are listed in the Figure 3 and all
participating agencies should use these labels.
Figure 3
Gateways, patching or cross-band repeating of UHF narrowband calling channels to calling
channels in other bands is not permitted. Patching to/between interoperability tactical
channels is permitted during emergency situations if so directed by the incident commander.
This channel plan establishes specific labels for UHF narrowband channels to assure
consistency throughout the state. These labels are listed below and all participating
agencies should use these labels if possible. Alphanumeric radio displays should be
consistent with the examples listed below depending on each radio's capability.
6+ Digit - UCALL, UTAC1, UTAC2, UTAC3, UCALLD, UTACID, UTAC2D, UTAC3D
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UHF Narrowband Interoperability Channels (12.5 kHz)
(Mobile and Portable Configuration)
7. SPECIFIC GUIDELINES 700 MHz Channels
For narrowband 700 MHz interoperability, the eight narrowband repeater channels (with direct)
described in Figure 4 below will be used. Note the following:
• Narrowband 700 MHz interoperability channels are identified by the FCC for interoperability
use within Texas. Some of these interoperable channels may already be licensed by
multiple agencies for interoperability use throughout the state.
• The channels 7CAL59, 7CAL59D are designated as the primary calling channels and
7CAL75, 7CAL75D are designated as the secondary calling channels. All 700 MHz
interoperability channels are to be used as multidiscipline, multi-agency public safety
interoperability calling channels for all public safety agencies and other signatories to the
MOU associated with this channel plan. These channels are designated for interoperable
700 MHz narrowband communications between mobile/portable radios and base stations,
temporary base stations and on-incident incident commander.
• The tactical repeater channels and direct channels identified in Figure 4 should be assigned
on-incident by the incident commander.
• Gateways, patching or cross-band repeating of 700 MHz calling channels to calling
channels in other bands is not permitted. Patching to/between interoperability tactical
channels is permitted during emergency situations if so directed by the incident commander.
• Wide implementation of 700 MHz radio systems is not anticipated until approximately 2007
(Some equipment is presently capable of 700/800 MHz operation). Users of this channel
plan should anticipate development of additional guidance prior to that time.
• This channel plan establishes specific labels for 700 MHz narrowband channels to assure
consistency throughout the state and nation. These labels are listed in the Figure 4 and all
participating agencies should use these labels.
Figure 4
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700 MHz Interoperability Channels (12.5 kHz)
(Mobile and Portable Configuration)
804.753125 T
774:753125
$061F
- Command Channel (repeater)
804.753125
804.753125
$061F
7TAC79D
= Command Channel (direct)
805.503125
775.503125
$061F
- Command Channel (repeater)
=
805.503125
805.503125
$061F
7MOS88D
- Command Channel (direct)
794.240625
764.240625
$061F
l - Command Channel (repeater)
Command
794.240625
794.240625
$061 F
TAC89D
l - Command Channel (direct)
8. SPECIFIC GUIDELINES 800 MHz Channels
For 800 MHz interoperability, the five repeater channels (with direct) described in Figure 5 below
will be used. Note the following:
800 MHz interoperability channels are identified by the FCC for interoperability use within
Texas. Some of these interoperable channels may already be licensed by multiple agencies
for interoperability use throughout the state.
• The channels 8CALL and 8CALLD are designated as multi-discipline, multi-agency public
safety interoperability calling channels for all public safety agencies and other signatories to
the MOU associated with this channel plan. These channels are designated for
interoperable 800 MHz communications between mobile/portable radios and base stations,
temporary base stations and on-incident incident commander.
• The tactical repeater channels 8TAC1 - 8TAC4 and talk-around channels 8TAC1D -
8TAC31D should be assigned on-incident by the incident commander.
• Gateways, patching or cross-band repeating of 800 calling channels to calling channels in
other bands is not permitted. Patching to/between interoperability tactical channels is
permitted during emergency situations if so directed by the incident commander.
• Implementation of 800 MHz Interoperability channels is complicated by imminent refarming
of the NSPAC channels by FCC. Users of this channel plan should anticipate development
of additional guidance during 2005. Questions may be addressed to the TSIEC at 512-424-
5307.
14
Figure 5
800 NPSPAC Interoperability Channels (25 kHz)*
(Mobile and Portable Configuration)
This channel plan establishes specific labels for 800 MHz channels to assure consistency
throughout the state and nation. These labels are listed in the Figure 5 and all participating
agencies should use these labels.
9. SPECIFIC GUIDELINES INTEROPERABILITY CROSS-BAND SYSTEMS
Cross-band interconnection between radio equipments operating under state-licensed channels is
authorized with three conditions:
• Cross-band operation is authorized as may be required to interconnect channels identified
in this channel plan, and interconnect to other channels that may be required on a particular
incident. On incidents, tactical channels and other local channels may be interconnected at
the direction of the incident commander.
• Cross-rand operation should conform to planning requirements, as established in a
Regional Interoperability Plan, typically produced by a regional Council of Governments.
• 800-Mhz NPSPAC (conventional) channels may be cross-banded with other interoperability
channels. 800-Mhz trunked channels should not be used in cross-band interconnections
because of unpredictable PTT delay.
15
In the future 800 MHz channels will be relocated 15 MHz lower under FCC order
Cross-band interconnections can be implemented in several ways:
Simple Cross-band Repeater
This approach interconnects two radios "back-to-back" such that received signals on either receiver
are re-transmitted by the other transmitter.
FIGURE 6
VH
Anter
I
AUDIO & PTT 800 MHz
Operationally, the two channels selected will seem to be one channel, as long as all radio users are
within the coverage "footprint" of the cross-band repeater and antennas. Some push-to-talk (PTT)
delay should be expected.
In this example, two tactical channels are interconnected to enable tactical communications
between resources equipped with differing equipments.
Mobile Tactical Interconnect or Radio Interoperability Gateway
This approach interconnects several radios "back-to-back" such that received signals on any
receiver are re-transmitted by all selected transmitters.
Operationally, all channels selected will seem to be one channel, as long as all radio users are
within the coverage "footprint" of the antennas being used. Some push-to-talk (PTT) delay should
be expected. In this example, several tactical channels are interconnected to enable tactical
communications between resources equipped with differing equipment.
16
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Simple Cross-Band Repeater
TF2
VTAC2
Figure 7
AUDIO & PTT
VHF Wideband
Temporary Base Station
Radio
.
TEXAS FIRE 2 Fixed orDeployable
Gateway
Interconnect/ Patch
"Switch.Box"
UTAC3
8TAC3
Antenna
UHF Narrowband
Temporary Base Station
Radio
UTAC3
Received. audio from
any receiver can be broadcast
on any or all transmitters
Mobile Tactical Interconnect or Radio Interoperability Gateway
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Dispatch Console Patching
Console patching utilizes dispatch point base radios and the patching capability of a common
console system to accomplish the same interconnections described above. However, in the case of
console patching, all radio users must be within the coverage "footprint" of the base station antenna
at the dispatch point. Some push-to-talk (PTT) delay should be expected. Operationally, all
channels patched by the dispatcher will seem to be one channel.
Figure 8
TF2 AUDIO Is PTT
Antenna
VHF Wldeband
Temporary Base Station Radio
TEXAS VHF Wm IRE 2 Dispatch Console
Patch Control
VTAC2
UTAC3
Antenna
UHF Narrowband
Temporary Base Station Radio
UTAC3
Received audio from
any receiver can be broadcast
on any or all transmitters
8TAC3
Antenna
Console Patch
Note that console patching at fixed-site base stations is not authorized under state licenses for
interoperability channels. Such installations must be separately licensed.
18
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Appendix A
State Licenses for Interoperability Channels
19
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federal Communications Commission 2A2
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Wireless Telecommunications Bureau
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RADIO STATION AUTHORIZATION
L iFerta6e: TEXAS, STATE OF
FCC RopYFtiaion
Number(FRN): 0001672419
Cull Sign ( Ho Number
WPGV572 0001996032
Ratio Service
PUBLIC SAFETY DEPT FLEET OPERATIONS OF - Public Safety NEI
TEXAS, STATE OF Plan, 821-8241866-869 MHz.
BOX 4087 Conv.
AUSTIN TX 78773-0254 RegPs SkOin
Froquanay Coordinekon NuMSer
10 Dots EXpiraXon
07-2005 0aM PAN f1aN
04-o5-zol5 of-o7-zoos
01-07-2005
STATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Fbred Location Address or MobRe Area of Operation
Loci
i Area Of OperatiOn
SYatewtde: TX
Tx
Loc.
2 Area of Operation
$tat"ids: TX
Antennas
Loa,
Ant.
Fraquertcies
Sta.
No.
NO.
EM IS. ion
Output
p
ERP Ant,
(watts)
Ant.
Construct
O.Adline
N
(Mii7)
CIS.
Units
Pagers
Designator
ower
oat#
No.
a.
(watts)
maters
maters
1
01250
821
FAIT
2
0
20KOF3E
35.000
35.000
1
1
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S125O
821
FX/T
2
0
20KOF3E
35.000
38.000
1
1
.
01250
$22
FXiT
2
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20KOF3E
35.000
35.000
1
{
1
.
51250
822
FX1T
2
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20KOF3E
35.000
35.000
1
.
01250
823
FXiT
2
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20KOFSE
35.000
35,000
1
1
1
.
886.01280
F82T
2
0
20KOF3E
75.000
75.000
1
1
868.51250
F82T
2
0
20KO"E
MOW
75.000
1
{
01250
867
F82T
2
0
20KOF3E
75.000
76.000
I
f
.
81250
887
F82T
2
0
20KOF3E
75.000
75.000
1
.
01250
888
F621
2
0
20KOF3E
75.000
75.000
1
f
,
0i250
821
MO
100
0
2OKOF3E
35.000
35.000
2
2
1
.
821.St28O
MO
100
0
20KOF3E
35.000
36.000
2
l
$22.01250
MO
100
O
20KOF3E
35.000
35.000
2
i
822.51250
90
100
0
20KOF3E
35.000
35.000
2
1
823.01250
Na
100
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20KOF3E
35.000
35.000
3itons:
rant to Section 3O9(h) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, 47 U.S.C. Section 309(h), this license rs
ny
act to the following condrtions: This license shall not vest in the licensee any right to operate the station nor a
in the use of the frequencies designated In the license beyond the tern thereof not in any other manner than
anted herein. Neither the license nor the right granted thereunder shall be assigned or otherwise transferred In
Olon of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended. Sea 47 U.S.C. Section 310(d). This license Is suf3lect in
s to Me right of use or control conferred by Section 7D6 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended.
47 U.S.C. Section 606.
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Uoentea Noma: TEXAS, STATE Or
Cmisiom WPGV572
film Nurnow 0001996032
mmOoia 01-07-2005
control Points
Control Address
Pt. No.
{ 5808 N LAMAR BLVD
City
AUSTIN
County
State Tolopho" Number
TX (S12)466-2049
Additional Waivers/r.OnditiOnA
Antemta structures for land, base and fixed stations authorized by the Virelese Telecommunications 6uresu
for operation at temporary unspecified locations may be erected without specific Prior Approval of the
Commission whore such antenna structures do not exceed a height of 60.86 motors (200 foot) ebbwa ground
level: provided that the overact "sight of such antennas more than 6.10 asters (20 feet) above ground.
including their supporting structures (whether natural formation or man-made), do rot exceed any of the
elope ratio, met forth in Section 17.7(b). Any antenna to be elected in "COSS of the foregoing
I mitatione requires Prior Commission Approval. Licensees seeking such approval should file Application
for Modification of license. In addition. notification to the Federal Aviation Administration is
required whenever the antenna will exceed 60.96 motors (200 fast) above the ground And whenever
notification is othorwieo required by Section 17.7 of the Commission's Rules. Such notification should be
given by filing FAA Form 7460-1. Notice of Proposed Construction or Altoretion, to duplicate, with too
noareat office of the Federal Aviation Administration, which form is available free that office.
FCC 601•LM
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Federal Communications Commission Page 1 of t
Wireless Telecommunications Bureau
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Gtcanams: STATE OF TEXAS-
FLEET OPERATIONS, RADIO SHOP SUPVR.
STATE Of TEXAS.
5710 GUADALUPE ST.
PO BOX 4087
AUSTIN TX 78773-0254
f direct
WAIVERS/CONDITIONS with 1 I"= IIn®ato e each State SOCtIOM 90 531,
(I rc I td I no U only S y tae i r tort a5. d dfAtr a Cta . end
are euthallted'
In "cordame u?th sect ton 90.533, operation of pubs tc safety transmitters must
not cause harmful interference to the reception of t0ie'1910h broatlcasts
control. AnO hipbt ® tr4nsmaftters SWSt co-ply oeW ith in interference PlOtOctlOr
T
Criterla In SectIOM 90.545 ?Or TVIOTV etatiOnS in Mexico. Pub He safety
facilities must accept any interference that may be caused by operations of UI4F
television broadcast trinisfritters in Me%1cp.
FCC dal It
January 20M
22
'vVL. Y/ rAuc. 9 State License Area: Tx - TA.A5
State License Channels: All State, Channels 764-176/794-906 MHi
Page i of A
Federal. Communications Commission
Wireless Taiecommunioationt Bureau
RADIO STATION AUTHORIZATION
L icensee:I WO. TEXAS DOS. STATE OF TEXAS
61
FCC NagaICnCri n
KU,Rb, *.RMD 0001872419
Cam sign I file
ROBERT PLETCHER
IRWG, TEXAS UPS, STATE Of TEXAS
5805 N. LAMAR BLVD.
PO. BOX P,O, BOX 4097
AUSTIN TX 78773
PW - Public Safety Pool,
Conventional
09-
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MobN+ Ana of
Area of operation
stateetde: TE
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-Statewide! ix
Antenna-
Loc. Ant: frequenoies
w NO. (MHz)
1 t 455:47500
1 1 453.70000
9' '1 453.71250
1 1 463.72500
Y 1053:85000
1 453.55250
1 1 083:87500
1 1 131.18060
t 1 151.13950
4 1 161.14500
t 1 1$0,44$00
1 '1 450120050
1 1 453.21250
1 i 453.22500
{ 1 483.45000
1 Y 053.45230
sta.
No.
No.
Won,.
Output
ERR Ant. Ant.
construct
Cie.
Units
Papers
Designator
pager
(Vatte) Fit.1Tp. AAT
Do"Iino
(watts)
"to's Meier$
Date
FB27
1
0
11KOF3f
103:000
200.000
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0
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IM-000
200.000
F827
1
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14KOF3£
100.000
200.000
F62T
1
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10o..o00
200.000
F827
1
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i1Kof3E
100.000
200.000
F827
1
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i00.000
200.000
F827
1
0
11KOF3E
100.000
200.000
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1
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100.000
700.600
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0
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106.600
200.000
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0
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100-000
200.000
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0
YtKOF3E
100.000
. 200,000
FS2T
1
0
11K0F3E
100.000
200.000
F821
0
11K0F3E
100-000
200.000
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1
0
11KOF3E
100.000
200.000
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100.000
2W OOO
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1
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200.000
Ffw~rns t to section 309(h) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended. 47 U.S.C.. Section 3O9(h), this license is
to the Mlowing conc§Nonc This license shall not vast in the lioensoe any right to operate the station not any
he use of thefrequenc€es designated in the license beyond the term thereof not in any other manner than
ed herein: Neither the license nor the right granted thereunder shall be assigned or otherwise transferred in
i of the Communications Act of 1934, at amended. See 47 D.S.C. Section 310(cQ. This license is subject in
far '
the right of use ar control conferred by Section706 of the Communications Act of 1934. as amended,
U.S.C. Section 606.
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1
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100.000
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159
47250
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1
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100-000
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1
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45250
154
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5
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1
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100.000
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1
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745500
155
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1
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100:000
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155
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100.000
200.000
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150
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100.00
200,000
1
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74500
158
NOT
1
0
11K003E
100.00
200-000
1
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153,78250
NO
10000
0
11K4W3E
100.000
200.00
1
155;70000
MO
10000
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100.000
200.500
t
73000
158
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30000
0
11KOf3E
100.000
200.000-
0
1
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108.73700
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10000
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11X019£
100.000
100,000
200.00
200.000
1
159.76500
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10000
10000
0
0
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100.000
200-060
1
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159.40
50
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159
NO
10000
0
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100.000
200.000
1
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53000
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10000
0
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100.000
200.00
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100.000.
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100.000
100
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49450
100
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100.000
200.005
1
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158.96200
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100.000
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305.000
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10000
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100,000
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0
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200.590
1
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22300
458
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200-DOO
1
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09.17 -2005
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09-17-2005
09.17-2005
59-17-2055
09-17-2005
09-1?-2We
09-17--2005
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09-17-2003
09-17-2038
09.17.2065
09-17-2005
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cm sign... WQBC290 Fit. muyho, 000 1 7 567 30
piire 0a1e. 09-20-2004
2 1 458.46250 AD 10000 0 11KOF8E 100-000 200.000 09-17.200`.1
2 1 45B.475W M0 10000 O lixorar 100-000 300.000 09.17^1006
1 458.70000 NO 10000 0 i1XOF2E 100.000 200.000 09.ry7-20M
2 i 468171260 m0 10000 0 11KOF3E i0o1ow 200-000 09-19-2001i
2 1 458, 728M MO 10000 0 . 41KOFSE 100000 200-000 09-i7".2005
2 1 460.88000 MO' 10000 O i1KOFSE 100:000 200.000 09.17-2003.
Control points.
Control Address
Rt. No,..
1 5805 N. LAMAR BLVD County State Telephone W 01
AUSTIN TRAVIS TY. (8121424-6307
Additional WAiwe15/11anditiana
Antenna Structures for land, base and fixed Stations buthoriza> by the Whale" Taiecooaunicationa Bureau
for operation At t6Rporsry uOsosclfied 1nnati00S may b. aroetad without spwctfid prior approve( Of the
Cbu,"sion wnere..Ucn antenna structures do at axCead a Might of 60.96 meters -(200 feet)' etwva' grw1M
level; provided that the overall Might Of 3", Antennas acre than 6.10 haters (20 feet) above Oro rd,
including their eupporting structures (whether Mtural foraat'ion or man-mstle), do not exged any Of the
sl ape ratio. at forth 1n Section Any antenna to be .rested in 0%0A.0 of 1M fore901019
tieitatlons requires prior CORMIss,on approval, licenses, spakirip such approval should file. alipliCOtiOn
for sedificaticn of liganSa. In addition, not5f igstinn to the-f.dar.l. Aviation AMI.istratinn 9a
required wnenevar the Sntem,, will awcead Ali mstore (200 feet) above the grovnd and whenever
,,tiff ,tion is otMrwiS* *W,roo Oy Section 17.1 of the CO.13,10n's Pulse. Such rxrt if teatido ehOUld ba
given by filing FAA Fore 7450'1- No11ce Of Rrnnosad Construction or Alteration, in duplicata, with the
nearset o£fl.. of the Federal A11.11on AdminiatratiOn, vhioh fare iS available "O's that Office.
11 601 - 4M
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RADIO STATION AUTHORIZATION
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Appendix B
Texas Interoperability Channels
Original Issue 3/15/05
VHF 150 MHz Wideband Interoperability Channels
(Mobile and Portable Configuration)
154, 950
154.950
Carrier Squelch ONLY
Texas Law 1
annel, on-site, mobile to mobile
155.370
154.950
127.3 TX only
annel, to contact base stations
155.475
155.475
127.3 TX & RX
On-scene tactical- commandchannel
154.280
154.280
127.3 TX & RX
Fire 1
:
e tactical - command channel
154.265
154.265
127.3 TX & RX
Texas
e tactical - command channel
W
154.295
154.295
127.3 TX & RX
e tactical -command channel
155.340
155.340
127.3 TX & RX
e tactical -command channel
151.385
151.385
127.3 TX & RX
Texas Air 2
und communications wtth state
ndcommumcaftti
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federal aircraft ONLY `
*Texas Air 1 is reserved and not available for use in this plan
VHF 150 MHz Narrowband Interoperability Channels (12.5 kHz)
(Mobile and Portable Configuration)
156.7626
$06111F
156.7 TX & RX
VCALL
Calling Channel
151.1375
$061F
156.7 TX & RX
VTAC1
On-scene tactical -command channel
164.4525
$061 F
156.7 TX & RX
VTAC2
On-scene tactical - command channel
158.7376
$061F
166.7 TX & RX
VTAC3
On-scene tactical -command channel
169.4725
$061 F
166.7 TX & RX
VTAC4
On-scene tactical -command channel
* recom
mended for air-to-ground with state
and federal aircraft only.
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700 MHz Interoperability Channels (12.5 kHz)
(Mobile and Portable Configuration)
794.240625
764.240625
$061F
7CAL59
Calling Channel, primary (repeater)
794.240625
794.240625
$061F
7CAL59D
Calling Channel, primary (direct)
804.253125
774.253125
$061F
7CAL75
Calling Channel, secondary repeater)
804.253125
804.253125
$061F
7CAL75D
Calling Channel, secondary (direct)
794.740625
764.740625
$061F
7TAC63
Tactical-Command Channel (repeater)
794.740625
794.740625
$061F
7TAC63D
Tactical - Command Channel (direct)
795.890625
765.890625
$061F
7MOB72
Tactical - Command Channel (repeater)
795.809625
795.890625
$061F
7M0B72D
Tactical - Command Channel (direct)
795.990625
765.990625
$061F
7TAC73
Tactical- Command Channel (repeater)
795.990625
795.990625
$061F
7TAC73D
Tactical - CommandChannel(direct)
804.753125
774.753125
$061F
7TAC79
Tactical- Command Channel (repeater)
804.753125
804.753125
$061F
7TAC79D
Tactical - Command Channel (direct)
805.503125
775.503125
$061F
7MOS88
Tactical- Command Channel (repeater)
805.503125
805.503125
$061F
7MOB88D
Tactical - Command Channel (direct)
794.240625
764.240625
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7TAC89
Tactical- Command Channel (repeater)
794.240625
794.240625
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7TAC89D
Tactical- Command Channel (direct)
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UHF Narrowband Interoperability Channels (12.5 kHz)
(Mobile and Portable Configuration)
800 NPSPAC Interoperability Channels (25 kHz)*
(Mobile and Portable Configuration)
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In the future 800 MHz channels will be relocated 15 MHz lower under FCC order
AGREEMENT FOR PROVIDING CRIMINAL RECORDS
THE STATE OF TEXAS §
COUNTY OF BRAZOS §
This Agreement made this day of June, 2006 by and between Brazos
County, Texas, a political subdivision of the State of Texas acting by and through its duly
elected Commissioner's Court (herein "County") and IntelliCorp Records, Inc. (herein
"IntelliCorp") with its office in Solon, Ohio.
Whereas, the County has and maintains criminal records relating to the arrest,
prosecution and adjudication of adult persons arrested for and charged with criminal acts
in Brazos County, Texas; and
Whereas IntelliCorp Records, Inc. collects, assimilates, distributes and makes
available criminal records to persons and businesses desiring that information;
Now therefore, in consideration of the mutual covenants herein expressed, the
sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows:
1. The County will provide IntelliCorp with the following information relating to
an adult criminal defendant arrested in Brazos County:
a. The Defendant's last name, first name and middle name
b. The Defendant's date of birth
c. The case (cause) number
d. The Texas Department of Public Safety offense code
e. The charge description
f. The level of offense
g. The file date
h. The disposition date, and
i. The disposition
2. The information will be transmitted by Brazos County to IntelliCorp in a
comma delimited text file via a compact disc.
3. IntelliCorp will request and the County will send a complete file at the end of
each calendar month.
4. IntelliCorp will update its data base every month with the most current
information to insure the accuracy of its records, understanding that
information may be ordered deleted or expunged by a court at any time.
5. IntelliCorp will pay the County a reasonable fee of One Thousand ($1,000.00)
Dollars per month for the compilation, preparation, assimilation and
transmission of the requested information to IntelliCorp in the above
referenced form.
VOL 9/ PAGE 95
IntelliCorp agrees to keep its records up to date with the most recent
information provided by the County and agrees to protect, indemnify and hold
harmless the County from any claim c,fproviding or releasing inaccurate or
outdated information, except for inaccuracies _m the information provided to them
by the County.
In the event IntelliCorp fails to remit to the County the fees due hereunder,
IntelliCorp shall be in default. The County shall terminate the agreement for non-
payment of fees if IntelliCorp has not cured its default after ten (10) days written
notice. Either party may terminate the agreement upon thirty (30) days written
notice to the other party. Upon termination, IntelliCorp shall purge its system,
and may not make any further use, of the information previously provided as it
will not be updated and may be inaccurate due to age.
This Agreement shall be for a period of one (1) year commencing on
2006 and terminating 12007.
This contract shall renew automatically for a one (1) year period upon the
termination of the preceding term unless written notice of cancellation by either
party is delivered to the non-canceling party at least thirty (30) days prior to the
termination date.
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Texas and the
courts of Texas shall have exclusive jurisdiction to adjudicate any dispute arising
out of or relating to this Agreement.
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN TO by the duly authorized officers of the
County and IntelliCorp as of the date hereinabove first written.
Brazos
(Signature
(Printed
IntelliCorp Records, Inc.
(Signature of Authorized Officer)
William Hauswirth
(Printed Name)
Brazos County Judge
(Title)
(o 13/n
Date
Attest:
Karen McQueen, County c
President
(Title)
Date
Attest:
VUL 9/ PAGE
4t (~4 1
BRAZOSCOUNTY
BRYAN, TEXAS
12 June 2006
Rescind action of the Commissioners Court on 16 May 2006 approving
a request from Wickson Special Utility District to construct five (5) road
bores and 3,600 ft. of 12" PVC water line in the right of way of Rock
Prairie Road and I&GN Road.
APPROVED:
Office of the County Judge • 300 East 26d' St. • Suhe 114 • Bryan, Texas 77803 • Fax: (979) 361-4503
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BRAZOS COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS' COURT ACTION FORM
DEPARTMt„ I Road and Bridge NUMBER 560010
DATE OF COURT MEETING: la_v 16, 2006
ITEM: Request from Wellborn Special Utility District to construct five (5) road bores and
3,600 ft. of 12 inch PVC water line in the right of way of Rock Prairie Road and I&GN
Road. Site is located in precinct 1.
SOURCE OF FUNDS: N/A
REQUIREMENTS:
1. No work will be permitted between front slope and/or back slope.
2. All installation(s) shall be constructed in designated utility easements, If applicable. If no
utility easement exists, the installation(s) shall be' 1) within 3-5' of and parallel to the right-of-
way line and/or 2) in the case of a road bore, perpendicular to the right-of-way line.
3. If clearing of brush, trees and other obstruction is necessary, it shall be the-Applicant's
responsibility to do so and to remove all cleared brush, trees etc. from county right-of-way.
4. Ditch line shall be compacted to 90% standard density ASTM-Test Method No. D-698; test
shall be conducted by an independent geotechnical testing firm; copies of all test results shall
be furnished to the office of the_Drazos County Engineer.
5. Construction shall be in strict conformance to the latest Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic
Control Devices for Streets and Highways, published by the Texas Department of
Transportation, and all other State and Federal laws governing utility construction.
NOTES/EXCEPTIONS:
ACTION REQUESTED OR ALTERNATIVES:
SUBMIT D BY: APPROVED BY:
Richard F. Vance, P.E. Comm' sioner Lloyd Wassermann
County Engineer Precinct 1
0006-035
This Request is Approved Q / Denied 0 by Commissioners' Court
Date:
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16 May 2006
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17 Commissioners Court minutes for the following 2006 dates:
a. 7 March << ?t%
b. 8 March 2!105
c. 14 March 2006
Regular Meeting
orkshop Session
Regular iYieeting
d. 21 March 2006
e. 21 March 2006
f. 28 March 2006
Regular Meeting
Workshop Session
Regular Meeting
18. Treasurer's Reports for the Month of March 2006, and the Quarter ending 03/31/2006.
19. Request from Wickson Special Utility District to construct five (5) road bores and 3,600
ft. of 12 inch PVC water line in the right of way of Rock Prairie Road and I&GN Road.
Site is located in Precinct 1.
20. Amending plat of Deer Park Subdivision, lots 17-R and 18A-R, block 1, 19.438 acres,
Sterrett D. Smith survey, A-210, Brazos County, Texas. Site is located in Precinct 1.
21. Payment authorization in the amount of $1,049.62 to US Food Service for the purchase of
miscellaneous food items for the Jail. The invoice exceeded the purchase order amount.
22. Announcement of interest items and possible future agenda topics.
23. Gall for citizen input and/or concerns.
24. Agency / Board / Committee reports by Court members.
25. Adjourn