Vol. 43, No. 40 (02/28/2017)

1. Notices of Development of Proposed Rules and Negotiated Rulemaking

• Agency for Health Care Administration
  • Hospital and Nursing Home Reporting Systems and Other Provisions Relating to Hospitals
    • The agency is proposing these rule amendments to strike January 2010 references, update the internet submission URL, capture comp rehab revenue charges, and change the Florida Center name effective July 1, 2016. The amendment deletes the initial due ...
    • The agency is proposing these rule amendments to strike January 2010 references, update the internet submission URL, and change the Florida Center name effective July 1, 2016. The amendment adds provision for multiple Off-Site ED identifiers ...
• Department of Education
  • State Board of Education
    • This rule is being substantially rewritten to amend the local requirements for the collection of adult student information and adopt in rule standard procedures for the reporting of instructional hours for adult general education students. ...

2. Proposed Rules

• Department of Education
  • State Board of Education
    • Incorporate revised Form ESE 139, District Summary Budget and requirements for submitting school district summary budgets that were included in rule 6A-1.002, F.A.C., District School Budgets, which will be repealed.
      • Due of Comment: 3/21/2017
    • Delete the instructional hours requirement for double-session schools; and add a provision that establishes full-time equivalent (FTE) student membership reporting in schools that operate for less than the minimum term. Chapter 2016-237, Laws of ...
      • Due of Comment: 3/21/2017
    • To incorporate by reference all Gold Standard Career Pathways Statewide Articulation Agreements based on industry certifications published by the Department of Education annually as the “CAPE Industry Certification Funding List.” These Gold ...
      • Due of Comment: 3/21/2017
    • To delete the redundant language requiring belt cutters given that belt cutters are already required by Florida School Bus Specifications, which are incorporated by reference in rule 6A-3.0291, Specifications for New School Buses.
      • Due of Comment: 3/21/2017
    • The purpose and effect of this rule is to revise the application process and clarify the eligibility requirements for charter school capital outlay. The rule is consistent with Section 1013.62, Florida Statutes.
      • Due of Comment: 3/21/2017
    • To adopt the secondary and postsecondary career education programs prescribed in Sections 1004.92 and 1011.80, Florida Statutes, and listed as follows: “Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources,” “Architecture & Construction,” “Arts, A/V Technology & ...
      • Due of Comment: 3/21/2017
• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Division of Hotels and Restaurants
    • To remove the $150 fee for plan review.
      • Due of Comment: 3/21/2017
• Department of Health
  • Board of Dentistry
    • The Board proposes the rule repeal because the rule is obsolete and antiquated.
      • Due of Comment: 3/21/2017
    • The Board proposes the rule amendment to consolidate Rules 64B5-12.019 and 64B5-12.020, F.A.C., into the rule and make any necessary updates or changes based on 2016 legislation.
      • Due of Comment: 3/21/2017
    • The Board proposes the repeal of the rules to consolidate the rules into Rule 64B5-12.013, F.A.C.
      • Due of Comment: 3/21/2017
    • The Board proposes the rule amendment to add updates and to add a range of penalties for violating s. 456.0072(1)(oo), Florida Statutes.
      • Due of Comment: 3/21/2017
    • The Board proposes the rule repeal due to the rule being obsolete due to the fees no longer being assessed by department.
      • Due of Comment: 3/21/2017

3. Notices of Changes, Corrections and Withdrawals

• Department of Health
  • Division of Medical Quality Assurance
    • Biennial Licensing
• Department of Education
  • State Board of Education
    • Designation of Official Reporter, Authority for Rulemaking Regarding Indexing, Management and Availability of Final Orders, Purpose, Plan, Final Orders Required to be Indexed, Listing of Final Orders, Numbering of Final Orders, Maintenance of ...
• Department of Health
  • Board of Dentistry
    • Remediable Tasks Delegable to a Dental Hygienist, Levels of Supervision for Dental Hygienists

4. Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver

• Department of Health
  • Board of Nursing
    • variance and waiver filed by Jessilyn Hayward Hilton, from Rule 64B9-3.002(1)(c), F.A.C., regarding a completed Practical Nurse Equivalence (PNEQ) Application Letter to get certification to take the licensure examination. Comments on this petition ...

5. Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings

• Executive Office of the Governor
  • Departmental
    • The State Board of Administration will take action on matters duly presented on its agenda, which may include such matters as Executive Director’s reports; approval of fiscal sufficiency of state bond issues; approval of sale of local bonds at an ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida
• Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
  • Freshwater Fish and Wildlife
    • To receive public comment regarding considerations for FWC’s ten-year Management Plan for the FWC Lead Managed Portions of Moody Branch Wildlife and Environmental Area (MBWEA). This hearing is being held EXCLUSIVELY for discussion of the DRAFT ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Manatee Board of County Commissioners Chambers 1112 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton, FL 34205
• Executive Office of the Governor
  • Division of Emergency Management
    • In accordance with the timeframe set forth in section 120.525, Florida Statutes, a Public Opening is hereby noticed within the timeline for the Request for Proposal (RFP-DEM-16-17-048) for Hurricane Loss Mitigation Program. The Division reserves ...
      • Hearing Meeting: William E. Sadowski Office Building 2555 Shumard Oak Blvd, Tallahassee, FL 32399
• Department of Environmental Protection
  • Division of Recreation and Parks
    • Presentation and discussion of the proposed unit management plan update for Dade Battlefield Historic State Park with the advisory group members.; Thursday, March 9, 2017, 9:00 a.m. (EST); Dade Lodge, Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, 7200 ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Dade Lodge, Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, 7200 County Road 603, Bushnell, Florida 33513
• Regional Utility Authorities
  • Tampa Bay Water - A Regional Water Supply Authority
    • A public meeting of the Selection Committee for As-Needed Utility Management Consulting Services CONTRACT NO.: 2017-041 thru 043. As a part of the selection process, the Selection Committee will meet to review and discuss the responses and ranking ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Tampa Bay Water Administrative Offices, 2575 Enterprise Road, Clearwater, Florida 33763
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • QCAusa
    • Project Description: Wekiva Parkway Section 8 This is a design-build project to construct 2.63 miles of limited access toll road. The limits of the project are from Orange Boulevard to East of Rinehart Road. The project includes the new Wekiva ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Lakeside Fellowship United Methodist Church
  • Citizens Property Insurance Corporation
    • Topics to include but are not limited to 2015 CAT Bond.; March 3, 2017, 1:00 p.m.; 888-942-8686; Conf ID: 574 373 5657#
      • Hearing Meeting: 888-942-8686; Conf ID: 574 373 5657#
• Department of Children and Families
  • Refugee Services
    • Title: Solicitation Conference Call for Integration Assistance Services for Refugees and Entrants in Broward and Palm Beach Counties (ITN# 01K17BS2). Description: As provided for in Sections 2.5, 2.6, and 2.7 of this ITN which was published to ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Tallahassee, FL 32399 1-888-670-3525, Participant Code: 4471182592
    • Solicitation Conference Call for Integration Assistance Services in Broward and Palm Beach Counties; March 7, 2017, 9 a.m.; 1-888-670-3525, Participant Code: 4471182592
      • Hearing Meeting: 1-888-670-3525, Participant Code: 4471182592
• Department of Legal Affairs
  • Departmental
    • Committee Business; Tuesday, March 21, 2017, 9:00 AM until conclusion; Cabinet Meeting Room – Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida DIAL-IN INFORMATION: (888)670-3525 PARTICIPANT PASSCODE: 9590495733
      • Hearing Meeting: Cabinet Meeting Room – Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida DIAL-IN INFORMATION: (888)670-3525 PARTICIPANT PASSCODE: 9590495733
• Department of Economic Opportunity
  • Division of Workforce Services
    • Deliberation for cases pending before the Reemployment Assistance Appeals Commission that are ready for final review and the Chairman's report. No public testimony will be taken.; March 8, 2017, 9:30 a.m; Reemployment Assistance Appeals Commission, ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Reemployment Assistance Appeals Commission, 101 Rhyne Building, 2740 Centerview Drive, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-4151.
• Department of Education
  • State Board of Education
    • Pursuant to Section 218.503, Florida Statutes, the Financial Emergency Board for the School District of Jefferson County will meet on March 8, 2017. The purpose of this meeting is for the Financial Emergency Board to review and discuss information ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Turlington Building, 325 West Gaines Street, Suite 1706, Tallahassee, Florida, 32399.
• Department of Children and Families
  • Departmental
    • Ongoing Hillsborough Alliance business; March 14, 2017, 9:00 a.m.; 1002 East Palm Avenue, Tampa, FL
      • Hearing Meeting: 1002 East Palm Avenue, Tampa, FL
• Water Management Districts
  • St. Johns River Water Management District
    • Rule Development Workshop to discuss and receive public input on proposed rule amendments associated with the prevention strategy for Silver Springs in Marion County, which is an Outstanding Florida Spring (OFS). Under paragraph 373.042(2)(a), F.S., ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Marion County Commission Auditorium, 601 SE 25th Ave., Ocala, Florida 34471.
    • Rule Development Workshop to discuss and receive public input on proposed rule amendments to adopt minimum flows for Silver Springs in Marion County. NOTE: Members of the District’s Governing Board may attend the scheduled Rule Development Workshop....
      • Hearing Meeting: Marion County Commission Auditorium, 601 SE 25th Ave., Ocala, Florida 34471.
• Regional Planning Councils
  • South Florida Regional Planning Council
    • Any Development Order received prior to the meeting. Any Generally Consistent Comprehensive Plan Amendment Review received prior to the meeting; Any Generally Inconsistent Comprehensive Plan Amendment Review received prior to the meeting; Meeting ...
      • Hearing Meeting: South Florida Regional Planning Council
• Department of Transportation
  • Departmental
    • Financial Project I.D.: 433654-1-52-01 Federal Aid Project No: 2561-076-P Project Description: SR 500 (US 192) at Wickham Road/Minton Road Intersection Improvement Project The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is ...
      • Hearing Meeting: West Melbourne City Hall 2240 Minton Rd. West Melbourne, FL 32904
• Department of Management Services
  • Division of Retirement
    • The amendment of form DP-PAYT, DROP Selected Payout Method, to require an account number and add a section on page two which clearly indicates the rollover amount to the custodian.; March 10, 2017, 10:00 a.m.; 2450 Shumard Oak Blvd, Bldg 2, ...
      • Hearing Meeting: 2450 Shumard Oak Blvd, Bldg 2, Tallahassee, Florida 32399

6. Notice of Petitions and Dispositions Regarding the Validity of R

• Department of Education
  • Departmental
    • Southwest Charter Foundation, Inc. (formerly known as Lee Charter Foundation, Inc.) vs. The School Board of Manatee County, Florida; Case No.: 17-1233RU; Petition

7. Notices Regarding Bids, Proposals and Purchasing

• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC
    • Other Agencies and Organizations, Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC
• Public Service Commission
  • Departmental
    • Public Service Commission, Departmental

8. Miscellaneous

• Department of Environmental Protection
  • Office of the Secretary
    • Department of Environmental Protection, Office of the Secretary
• Department of Economic Opportunity
  • Division of Community Development
    • Department of Economic Opportunity, Division of Community Development
• Department of Health
  • Board of Nursing
    • Department of Health, Board of Nursing
  • Board of Pharmacy
    • Department of Health, Board of Pharmacy
• Department of State
  • Departmental
    • Department of State, Departmental