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OFFICE OF THE COUNTY ATTORNEY
KERB COUNTY, TEXAS
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700 EAST MAIN STR66f
KBRRVILLB, TIDCAS 78028-537A
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DAV ro M. MOTLEY, ooinrrr Arra~errsY ILSB D. BAILBY, Assist'~xl' OouNrr ArinxNSr
HAROLD 7. DANPORD, AsseP~tn' 0o[t!r[Y A77'oRNEY
To: Linda Stanard, Juvenile Probation Officer
From: Ilse D. Bailey, Assistant County Attorney ~-
Date: November 3, 1995 ~ '' "
Re: Gulf Coast Trades Center Contract -- Residential
Placement
I have reviewed the contract with Gulf Coast Trades Center
which you left with our office, and have approved it as to form.
I also have to note, as I have done with all approvals of
similar contracts, that Kerr County has contractually obligated
itself to place all of its long and short-term juveniles in the
local Recor facility. This being the case, I cannot in good
conscience recommend that we utilize any of these other facilities
regardless of the contract provisions.
xc: Robert A. Denson
Kerr County Judge
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GULF COAST TRADE
P.O. Box 515
(409) 344-6677
J u I y 25, 1995
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FROM: Gulf Coast Trades Center !
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Enclosed, please find the Gulf Coast Trades Center's 1995-1996 renewal agreement for the
purchase of residential placement services for youth placed at its New Waverly Campus.
This packet contains the Center's standard contract for placement form, daily rates
information for LOC III and LOC IV placement, and a brief description of the services
offered.
We appreciate your considering the Gulf Coast Trades Center when reviewing
opportunities for out of home placement for youth referred by the court or department.
If you agree with the contract agreement, please sign, date and return a copy of the
contract for our files. The original is for your files. Should you need additional
clarification regarding this packet or the Gulf Coast Trades Center, please contact Oscar
nzalesor Gary Tharp at 409/344-6677ext. 224.
We look forward to the continuation of our partnership in the provision of services to the
youth of Texas.
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Thomas M. Buzbee
Executive Director
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STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF WALKER
C O N T R A C T
The KERR JUVENILE PROBATION DEPARTMENT and GULF COAST TRADES CENTER, INC., P.0. BOX 515, NEW
WAVERLY, TEXAS 77358, hereinafter called the Service Agency, by this agreement and in
consideration of the mutual promises set forth below, have agreed as follows:
I. The Service Agency agrees to provide the following services:
A. Room
B. Board
C. Supervision
D. Casework Services
E. Counseling Services
F. Individualized Program Plan
II. A. For and in consideration of the above mentioned services, the KERB JUVENILE
PROBATION DEPARTMENT agrees to pay the Service Agency:
Level of Residential Care Provided III Per Diem Cost $58.00
Level of Residential Care Provided IV Per Diem Cost $80.00
This does not exceed the amount allowed in the current CJD maximum rate schedule
or the DHS maximum rate schedule.
B. Recognizing that a part of a client's rehabilitation program may include time
away from the residential setting of the Service Agency, such as weekends,
holidays, etcetera, and that the Service Agency must retain space for the client
until his return; the KERB JUVENILE PROBATION DEPARTMENT will pay the Service
Agency the agreed upon amount for such regularly scheduled days away from the
Service Agency providing they do not exceed ten (10) days at any one time.
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C. If a client makes an unauthorized departure from the Service Agency, the KERB
JUVENILE PROBATION DEPARTMENT shall be notified immediately. If space has been
retained for a client who returns to the Service Agency within ten (10) days, the
Service Agency shall receive payment for those days the client was absent from
the Service Agency, but not to exceed ten (10) days payment.
D. The Service Agency is under no obligation to retain space for a client in
unauthorized departure situations.
III. A. Payment is to be monthly, or at the termination of the resident period of the
client, if sooner. Claim for payment will be submitted by Service Agency no
later than seven (7) days from the last day of the month for which payment is
being requested.
IV. A. The Service Agency is under no obligation to accept a client who is deemed
inappropriate for placement in the program by the Service Agency.
B. Each client placed with the Service Agency shall have a written Individualized
Program Plan (IPP) developed in concert with the youth and mutually agreed upon
by the appropriate Service Agency staff and the appropriate KERR JUVENILE
PROBATION DEPARTMENT personnel prior to placement.
C. The IPP shall contain the reasons why the placement will benefit the client and
specify behavioral goals and objectives being sought for each client. Include
shall be how the goals and objectives are to be achieved in the Service Agency
placement.
D. The IPP shall be reviewed jointly by the appropriate Service Agency staff and the
appropriate KERB JUVENILE PROBATION DEPARTMENT personnel at reasonable intervals
to assess the client's progress with modification of the IPP being made when
indicated.
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E. Copies of the original IPP and the periodic reviews are to be maintained by the
Service Agency and the KERR JWENILE PROBATION DEPARTMENT.
F. Although these periodic reviews may occur at different intervals, depending upon
each client's particular situation, at least one such review shall be
accomplished each ninety (90} days during the placement period.
V. A. The Service Agency agrees that it will permit KERB JUVENILE PROBATION DEPARTMENT
to examine and evaluate its program of services provided under the terns of this
contract and to review client records.
B. The Service Agency shall provide to the KERR JUVENILE PROBATION DEPARTMENT such
descriptive information on contracted clients as requested on forms provided by
the KERB JUVENILE PROBATION DEPARTMENT.
C. A progress evaluation will be forwarded to the KERB JUVENILE PROBATION DEPARTMENT
at the time of termination of services by the Service Agency.
VI. A. The Service Agency shall be licensed by the Texas Department of Human Resources
for those programs which are under the licensing authority of the Texas
Department of Protective and Regulatory Services.
B. The Service Agency shall meet all other required licenses pertaining to health,
fire and safety standards.
C. The Service Agency shall meet the KERB JUVENILE PROBATION DEPARTMENT standards
for subcontract Service Agencies.
VII. A. The Service Agency and Probation Officer shall make a reasonable attempt to seek
contributions from the family to purchase clothing, personal articles and funds
to assist in supporting the youth's rehabilitation.
VIII. A. The contract may be terminated by either party by giving ten (10) days written
notice to the other party hereto of the intention to terminate.
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B. Termination of a student's residence with the Service Agency should occur only
after notifying the KERR JUVENILE PROBATION DEPARTMENT of the alternate
placement.
IX. A. The Referral Agency, KERB JUVENILE PROBATION DEPAR'I'MEN'f, understands that the
Service Agency will not be responsible for medical and dental costs incurred.
The Referral Agency, KERB JUVENILE PROBATION DEPARTMENT, agrees that it shall be
liable and responsible for the client's medical and dental costs encumbered
during the client's stay at the Service Agency. In the event that the Referral
Agency, KERR JUVENILE PROBATION DEPARTMENT, cannot assume liability for the
client's medical and dental costs encumbered during the client's time in
residence, the Referral Agency agrees to access whatever funds are available for
these costs through the client's parent's insurance or other eligible government
funds. The Service Agency agrees to notify the Referral Agency, KERB JUVENILE
PROBATION DEPARTMENT, of any unusual medical costs to be incurred.
X. A. The contract period will begin on September 1, 1995 and terminate on August 31,
1996.
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GULF OQ)AST TRADES (:F111~i, INC.
Thomas M. Buzbee, Direct
KERR JUVENILE PROBATION DF.PAIr1'1~Tf
BY:
Chief Juvenile Probation Officer
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GULF COAST TRADES CENTER
Bid for Residential Service Provision
DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION
The Gulf Coast Trades Center is a private, non-profit agency chartered by the
State of Texas on June 29, 1971. Specifically, the Center promotes the social and
economic independence of disadvantaged youth, 16 through 17 years of age who are
adjudicated and at risk of lifelong dependency.
The mission includes a campus based service delivery system that provides
assessment, vocational skills training, youth competencies training, remedial education,
GED preparation, vocational counseling, driver's education, occupational orientation, a
residential program, casework and peer group counseling, work experience and job
placement.
The Center is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
(Commission on Occupational Educational Institutions), licensed by the Texas Department
of Human Services to provide basic child care for 160 youth and approved by the Texas
Education Agency- Division of Proprietary Schools.
The Center receives funding from the Houston Job Training Partnership Council
for a portion of its training and work experience component. Partial funding for the
educational component is also provided by the Texas Education Agency through the New
Waverly Independent School District. Funding for residential services is also provided
through contracts with the Texas Youth Commission, county juvenile probation
departments and the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services.
The Center is located in the heart of the Sam Houston National Forest. The main
campus is on approximately 46.7 acres in Walker County, Texas, four miles west of New
Waverly and fifty-five miles north of Houston. An additional campus located in north
Montgomery County is the site of the Center's transitional living program. The
Independent Skills Learning Environment (ISLE) is designed to provide students with
opportunities to live in a simulated independent living environment in which they can put
into practice transitional living skills learned in the classroom.
Vocational training is offered in automotive mechanics, building maintenance,
carpentry, general construction, trowel trades, business office services, painting and
decorating, horticultural related services and food services. Remedial basic reading and
math subjects are taught using individualized and computer assisted methods. Students
are also offered the opportunity to earn a GED certificate and a Texas driver's license
while at the Center. All vocational courses are TEA approved.
The opportunity for practical application of skills learned is offered to students
through the work experience program. During this phase, students work in trade related
jobs either on campus or with community service organizations off campus. Students are
paid the minimum wage which is held in an account for the student to be disbursed after
graduation. This money enables the student to purchase tools, transportation, housing or
other support needed when they begin employment in the community.
A caseworker is assigned to each student to ensure that a plan of service is
developed to meet individual needs and that it is reviewed and followed as the student
progresses through the program. The caseworker provides advocacy, counseling, crisis
intervention, case management, family contact and overall program coordination for the
student.
Support is provided for each student in the form of needed medical services,
clothing and personal care items. Students are also provided transportation for a home
furlough on a regular basis.
Students who have experienced substance abuse are referred to counselors who
provide multi-faceted support in this area. This program includes specific group and
individual counseling, educational programs and Self Challenge, a program of physical
experiences oriented toward developing self esteem, confidence and team support.
The average length of stay is 6.5 months. Graduation is determined by social
adjustment and competency attainment. During most of this time the students live in small
groups in a dormitory setting. Groups are based on trade classes in which youth can
develop positive relationships, effective problem solving skills and constructive peer
support systems.
Group sessions are held each weekday supervised by residential services staff.
Students are encouraged to discuss their daily activities and progress as well as to seek
support in working through any problems they may be experiencing. Group counseling is
geared toward preparing the student to meet their individual future goals and objectives.
Students participate in a level system which is based on accepting responsibility for
one's own behavior. The system is designed to reward self discipline and positive
example. Rules and consequences are written, given to, and discussed with students at
admission and reviewed as needed.
Recreational activities include such sports as football, softball, basketball, weight
lifting and swimming, as well as other games. Students may also become eligible for off-
campus recreational activities. Recreational activities are targeted toward meeting the
social and physical needs of the student.
Throughout the program, students are given training which will prepare them for
successful employment and independent living. However, during the work experience
phase of the program, students may participate in the Center's transitional living program
at the ISLE campus. In this setting, students live with a roommate and exercise greater
independence and responsibility for their own care and actions. Additional training is also
offered in a variety of independent living skills.
After graduation, students are assigned to specific Community Services Specialists
who assist the youth during their transition from the institution to the community. This
includes job placement and referral services.
CLIENTS SERVED
Students at Gulf Coast Trades Center are adjudicated 16 and 17 year old LOC 3
and LOC 4 youth who express an interest in vocational training and have demonstrated an
ability to benefit from the training. Since 1971, the Center has served over 10,000
adjudicated youth.
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Thomas M. Buzbee Executive Director
M.A. -Criminology
22 years experience
Robert Johnson Director, Program Services
MSW, Certified Drug Counselor
20 years experience
Rick Jones Director, Administration
B. S. -Political Science
Certified Teacher
9 years experience
Oscar Gonzales Administrator, Admissions
B.S. -Sociology
LMSW, LCDC
23 years experience
All administrative staff are Licensed Child Care Administrators. The Center has twelve
licensed administrators on staff.
STAFF QUALIFICATIONS
Gulf Coast Trades Center complies with Section 1.2100 and 2430 of the
Consolidated Standards for 24-Hour Child Care Facilities established by the Texas
Department of Human Services regarding minimum qualifications of direct care staff. The
Center also has two Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselors and six Social Worker
Associates on staff.
REFERRAL SOURCES
Gulf Coast Trades Center currently provides services to the Texas Youth
Commission, the Texas Department of Human Services and thirty county juvenile
probation departments or judicial districts throughout Texas including:
Bexar County Juvenile Probation Department
Brazoria County Juvenile Probation Department
Brazos County Juvenile Probation Department
Brooks County Juvenile Probation Department
Comal County Juvenile Probation Department
Dallas County Juvenile Probation Department
Cameron County Juvenile Probation Department
Cooke County Juvenile Probation Department
Denton County Juvenile Probation Department
Ellis County Juvenile Probation Department
Fort Bend County Juvenile Probation Department
Galveston County Juvenile Probation Department
Hams County Juvenile Probation Department
Hays County Juvenile Probation Department
Jefferson County Juvenile Probation Department
Montgomery County Juvenile Probation Department
Navarro County Juvenile Probation Department
Nueces County Juvenile Probation Department
Parker County Juvenile Probation Department
Randall County Juvenile Probation Department
Tarrant County Juvenile Probation Department
Taylor County Juvenile Probation Department
Tom Green County Juvenile Probation Department
Travis County Juvenile Probation Department
Upshur County Juvenile Probation Department
Wichita County Juvenile Probation Department
Wood County Juvenile Probation Department
3bth Judicial District
81-218th Judicial District
97th Judicial District
PAST EXPERIENCE WITH JUVENILE JUSTICE SYSTEM
The Center has over two decades of experience working within the juvenile justice system
at both the county and state level. Gulf Coast Trades Center has been recognized by a
number of national and state agencies for the quality of its service delivery and its
commitment to the needs of the juvenile offender.
SERVICES
Services to be provided under this referral agreement will include intensive
assessment, evaluation and case management services delivered in a multi- tiered system
utilizing 2 separate campus facilities and includes the provision of community based
aftercare and follow- up services designed to ensure the graduate's successful transition to
the home and work place.
Students classified as LOC 3 and LOC 4 who have been determined to have the
motivation and social skills necessary to participate in the residential vocational training
program will be enrolled at the New Waverly Campus. Here they will begin their
vocational and academic studies with their goal being vocational competency attainment
and upgrade in academic skills functioning. Based on behavior level and vocational skills
acquisition, these students may also become eligible for residence at the Willis Campus.
Students generally become eligible for consideration for this program after their third
month in residence at the New Waverly Campus. The Willis Campus offers opportunities
for independent living situations in supervised apartment living and subsidized work
experience with local area non- profits and governmental entities. These work experience
positions allow the student to display their newly learned vocational skills as well as
providing meaningful community service.
Based on evaluation by Department and Center staff, LOC IV students will
participate in an intensified assessment and evaluation program. Typically, students
enrolling in this tier of services will have participated in more serious negative behaviors,
be in need of more in depth evaluation and counseling, and will have a higher incidence of
negative behavior than other LOC 3 generally referred to the New Waverly Campus. The
services offered are consistent with the service requirements of Level 4 youth and involve
a multi- discipline approach to evaluation, therapy, recreation, physical activity and
counseling with the goal being to determine the student's likelihood for continued study in
vocational training or independence in the community.
The following services are funded, in part, by the daily rate charged to the referring
agency:
*Intake assessment and orientation,
*Casework services, including development and
monitoring of a plan of service, counseling and
substance abuse services,
*Behavior modification through a structured level
system,
*Education in vocational skills, related academics,
and GED preparation,
*Driver's Education,
*Tranning in pre-employment, work maturity and
independent living skills,
*Residential care, personal care items, clothing,
*Recreation activities,
*Transportation,
*Work experience and job development services
*Aftercare and community based transition services.
AUDIT
The Center will assist the County Auditor in any review or monitoring of fiscal
procedures and methods as stipulated by contract.
STANDARD CONTRACTS
Signed copies of standard contract forms are attached as a part of this submission.
YOUTH SERVICE GOALS
Gulf Coast Trades Center has demonstrated proven success in preparing its students
for employment and independent living through general and specific vocational training,
remedial academic achievement, GED preparation, driver's education and counseling and
activities designed to prepare youth for fulfilling the responsibilities of being a good
citizen. The Center serves LOC 3 and LOC 4 youth and designs individual plans to
address the needs of each student. Educational achievement and employment are two of
the main goals for each youth in residence. The Center maintains high rates of success in
both areas. The overall employment rate for Center is graduates is 59%. For those
students who attempt the GED, the success rate is 62%. The ultimate objective for each
youth enrolled at the Gulf Coast Trades Center is best stated in our mission which is "...to
increase the social and economic independence of disadvantaged youth."
LICENSES/ APPROVALS
Attached are copies of the current licenses granted to Gulf Coast Trades Center.
FEES
In consideration for the above referenced services the Center proposes an amount
not to exceed $58 per clientlday for youth identified at Level III (Intermediate
Level of Care). This fee does not exceed the actual cost of child care at the Center
which is $68 per day.
For Level IV youth (Intensive Level of Care) referred, the Center proposes an
amount not to exceed $80 per client/day. This fee does not exceed the actual cost of child
care at the Center which is $84 per day.

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Certificate of .~.pprovaC
Texas Proprietary School Act
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has met the criteria prescribed by Chapter 32, Title 2, Texas Education Code, and
rules and regulations of the State Board of Education and is hereby authorized to
operate under the provisions of the Texas Proprietary School Act for the period
specified below. Continued approval will be subject to compliance with the Minimum
Standards for Proprietary Schools and with the application submitted to the Texas
Education Agency as the official school catalog. The approved programs are listed as
a separate attachment.
This certificate is issued to the owner named
below. This certificate is the property of the
State of Texas and shall not be transferred to
another owner.
Effective Date of Issue: March 22,1995
Date of Expiration: February 9, 1996
Issued this 27th day of March, 1995
Issued to: Gulf Coast Trades Center, Incorporated
Paul W. Lindsey, Associate Co missioner
for Continuing Education

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Texas Department of
Protective and Regulatory Services-
Be it Down that
Gulf Coast Trades Center, Inc.
P.O. Bog 515, Farm Road 1375
New Waverly, Texas 77358
is hereby granted a license to operate
GULF COAST TRADES CENTER, INC.
P.O. BOX 515, FARM ROAD 1375
NEW WAVERLY, T~;XAS 77358
An Institution Providing Basic Child Care
For the care of:
144 children (main campus), ages 14 through 17 years
32 children (annex campus), ages 14 through 17 years
This LICENSE is issued this
2nd day of October 19 ~
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Human Resources Code, Chapter 42
Amended: 8/31/94
Forth 2906~p.o.mp.r 1992
GULF COAST TRADES CENTER
Organizational Chart
Thomas M. Huzbee
Executive Director
Beverly Mayrant
Executive Secretary
Rick Jones
Director,
Administrative Services
Oscar Gonzales
Admissions Administrator
Craig Cacoros
Manager,
Contract Services
Florence Gaston
Fiscal
Manager
Joyce Pasket
Coordinator,
JTPA
Sheila Harvey
Supervisor,
Personnel
Off Campus Operations
Maureen Dickson- RIO
Bill Tomlinson - HGAC
Pam Shelly
Purchasing Agent
W.B. Warner
Principal
NWISD
Vocational
Instructors
Academic
Services
Robert Johnson
Director,
Program Services
Gerald Barkley
Coordinator,
Residential Services
William Harrison
Coordinator,
WS/ Special
Archie Robertson
Manager,
Support
Sandi Belcher
Education
Coordinator
Cliff Ashley
Manager,
Student Affairs
CERTIFICATION OF TUVENILE DETENTION FACILITY
BE IT REMEMBERED that on the 10th day of October, 1995, the members of the Kerr
County Juvenile Board have certified the Recor-Kerrville Juvenile Detention Facility, located
in Kerrville, Ken County, Texas, as suitable for the detention of children in accordance with
the Texas Family Code, Section 51.12.
R BERT A. ,Kerr County Judge
Ch 'man of the Juvenile Board
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