Vol. 46, No. 48 (03/10/2020)

1. Notices of Development of Proposed Rules and Negotiated Rulemaking

• Department of Health
  • Board of Clinical Laboratory Personnel
    • The purpose of the rule amendment is to update the rule language.
• Department of Education
  • State Board of Education
    • 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 Standard ...
    • To adopt the updated 2019-20 CAPE Industry Certification Funding List. The effect of the rule development is to ensure that appropriate weights, in accordance with the provisions of s. 1011.62(1)(o), F.S., are included on the CAPE Industry ...
    • 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 & ...

2. Proposed Rules

• Department of Education
  • State Board of Education
    • To revise certain course requirements for each course contained in the “2020-2021 Course Code Directory and Instructional Personnel Assignments” for Grades K-12/Adult, Basic Education. The effect will eliminate Common Core in Florida through the ...
      • Due of Comment: 3/31/2020

3. Notices of Changes, Corrections and Withdrawals

• Department of Health
  • Division of Health Access and Tobacco
    • Smoking Cessation Program Approval

4. Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver

• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Division of Hotels and Restaurants
    • Escambia County Judicial Center dba MC Blanchard Judicial Center at 190 Government St, Pensacola, FL. Petitioner seeks a variance of the requirements of ASME A17.3, Section 3.11.3, as adopted by 61C-5.001, Florida Administrative Code that requires ...
  • Board of Accountancy
    • that on March 4, 2020, an Order was filed on the Petition for Variance or Waiver. The Petition was filed by Nelson Coressel, on November 15, 2019, seeking a permanent variance or waiver of rule 61H1-28.0052(1)(b), F.A.C., regarding the timeframes ...
• Florida Housing Finance Corporation
  • Departmental
    • On March 9, 2020, the Florida Housing Finance Corporation issued an order granting the variance from Rule 67-48.023(2) F.A.C. for Residences at Dr. King Boulevard, Ltd., to allow for calculation of the minimum set aside percentage based on income ...
• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Board of Accountancy
    • that on March 04, 2020, an Order was filed on the Petition for Variance or Waiver. The Petition was filed by Rebecca Linnett, on November 25, 2019, seeking a variance or waiver of Rule 61H1-27.001(5), F.A.C., providing that a graduate of a four-year ...
• Department of Children and Families
  • Agency for Persons with Disabilities
    • variance and/or waiver of Rule 65G-2.015(6), Florida Administrative Code (“Rule”), from Ornella Brasby on behalf of Hearts that Cares, Inc. The Rule states in pertinent part, “licensure of any facility located within 1,000 feet of another facility ...
  • Family Safety and Preservation Program
    • Variance of Rule 65C-14.023(15)(c), Florida Administrative Code, from Our Mother’s Home of Southwest Florida, Inc., and Valerie Villers, assigned Case No. 20-001W. Rule 65C-14.023(15)(c), F.A.C., requires residential child-caring agency staff ...

5. Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings

• Regional Planning Councils
  • Central Florida Regional Planning Council
    • Regular meeting of the Heartland Regional Transportation Planning Organization (HRTPO) Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC).; March 26, 2020, 2:00 p.m.; CareerSource Heartland, 5901 US Hwy 27 South, Suite 1, Sebring, FL
      • Hearing Meeting: CareerSource Heartland, 5901 US Hwy 27 South, Suite 1, Sebring, FL
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Center for Independent Living in Central Florida, Inc.
    • Governance Committee; March 19, 2020, 8:00 am; 720 N. Denning Dr. Winter Park, Fl. 32789
      • Hearing Meeting: 720 N. Denning Dr. Winter Park, Fl. 32789
• State Board of Administration
  • Departmental
    • The discussion will include proposed amendments to Rule 19-8.028, F.A.C., Reimbursement Premium Formula. Other general business of the Advisory Council may also be addressed.; March 17, 2020, 1:30 p.m. (ET) via telephone conference call; Conference ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Conference Call in Number: 1 (888) 585-9008, Participant Code 973-664-296.
• Department of Transportation
  • Departmental
    • Draft of the 2020 Florida Greenbook, including revisions to criteria for planning, land development, geometric design, work zone safety, rail-highway crossings, traditional neighborhood design, and drainage.; March 25, 2020, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Florida’s Turnpike Orlando Headquarters, Auditorium A, Turkey Lake Service Plaza, Milepost 263 Ocoee, FL 34761
• 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 18, 2020, 9:30 a.m.; Reemployment Assistance Appeals Commission ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Reemployment Assistance Appeals Commission 1211 Governors Square Boulevard, Suite 300 Tallahassee, Florida 32301.
• Department of Health
  • Division of Medical Quality Assurance
    • Probable Cause Panel Meeting. A meeting or portion of a probable cause panel meeting is public only if a case or cases are public by reason of reconsideration. ; CHANGE OF DATE: April 21, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. E.T.; Conference Calls: 1 (888) 585-...
      • Hearing Meeting: Conference Calls: 1 (888) 585-9008; then enter Conference Room Number 564-341-766 followed by the # sign.
• Department of Elder Affairs
  • Division of Statewide Community Based Services
    • General updates on Departmental programs.; March 23, 2020, 10:00-11:00 a.m.; The telephone conference call number is: 1-888-585-9008, and the participant conference code is 306-160-230.
      • Hearing Meeting: The telephone conference call number is: 1-888-585-9008, and the participant conference code is 306-160-230.
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Polk Regional Water Cooperative
    • The Board of Directors will hold a regularly scheduled public meeting to address subjects dealing with organization, budgeting, water conservation, project selection, funding, planning, and development, all as provided within the Interlocal ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Polk County Tourism and Sports Marketing Headquarters Building located within the Lake Myrtle Sports Complex, 2701 Lake Myrtle Park Road, Auburndale, Florida 33823
• Department of Transportation
  • Departmental
    • This Public Hearing is being held to give interested persons an opportunity to express their views concerning the Orlando South Ultimate Interchange Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study at Florida’s Turnpike (SR 91) and Beachline ...
      • Hearing Meeting: The Florida Hotel and Conference Center, 1500 Sand Lake Road, Orlando, FL 32809. Open House will be held in the Legacy North 2 Ballroom and the Formal Presentation will be held in the Legacy North 1 Ballroom.
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Lee County Department of Transportation
    • Lee County DOT will hold a public hearing to provide information about the recommended improvements for the Big Carlos Pass Bridge. The hearing begins with an open house at 5 p.m. and follows with a formal presentation and public comment period at 6 ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Bay Oaks Recreation Center 2731 Oak Street Fort Myers Beach, Florida 33931
• Department of Children and Families
  • Departmental
    • on-going Collier County Community Alliance business; Monday, March 16, 2020 at 12 noon; Collier County Government Complex Court Administration Conference Room, 5th Floor 3307 Tamiami Trail East, Naples
      • Hearing Meeting: Collier County Government Complex Court Administration Conference Room, 5th Floor 3307 Tamiami Trail East, Naples
• Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
  • Division of Consumer Services
    • This is a meeting of the Florida LP Gas Advisory Board and the Florida Propane Gas Education, Safety and Research Council to discuss industry related issues.; March 25, 2020, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.; Plantation on Crystal River, 9301 W Fort Island ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Plantation on Crystal River, 9301 W Fort Island Trail, Crystal River, FL 34429
• Metropolitan Planning Organizations
  • Pasco County Metropolitan Planning Organization
    • AN ORDINANCE BY THE PASCO COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AMENDING CHAPTER 27 OF THE PASCO COUNTY CODE OF ORDINANCES REGULATING COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES WITHIN THE PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY OF PASCO COUNTY PURSUANT TO SECTION 337.401 FLORIDA ...
      • Hearing Meeting: West Pasco Government Center, Board Room, 8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey, FL 34654
• Executive Office of the Governor
  • Departmental
    • A series of calls discussing general business. Calls will begin on the hour every hour from 9 am (ET) to 4 pm (ET), with a lunch break being taken at 12 pm (ET).; Wednesday, April 1, 2020, 9 am (ET) until all business is complete.; #: 888-585-9008, ...
      • Hearing Meeting: #: 888-585-9008, Code: 721648837#
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Florida is for Veterans Inc.
    • Board of Directors Meeting with department and committee updates.; March 25, 2020, 9:00 a.m.; Embarc Collective, 802 E Whiting St, Tampa, FL 33602 Teleconference line: 877-619-2945, no pin needed
      • Hearing Meeting: Embarc Collective, 802 E Whiting St, Tampa, FL 33602 Teleconference line: 877-619-2945, no pin needed
• Department of Legal Affairs
  • Florida Elections Commission
    • Agency matters. Review and adjudication of cases relating to alleged violations of Chapters 104 and 106, Florida Statutes, and to the late filing of campaign treasurer's reports. Rules Review. Portions of this meeting are confidential and ...
      • Hearing Meeting: House Office Building, 404 South Monroe Street, Room H-28, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-6526.
• Florida Housing Finance Corporation
  • Departmental
    • This public meeting will be to discuss guidance and information for Public Housing Authorities on an upcoming competitive solicitation expected to be issued by the Corporation for the allocation of funding to provide short-term rental assistance for ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Telephonic meeting: Call-in Number - US Toll free 1-888-339-2688, Participant Passcode: 121-565-78
• Department of Law Enforcement
  • Departmental
    • Discuss items related to the 2020 Florida Missing Children's Day Event.; Thursday, March 12th, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM; Conference Call: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/845110685 United States (Toll Free): 1 877 309 2073 United States: +1 (...
      • Hearing Meeting: Conference Call: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/845110685 United States (Toll Free): 1 877 309 2073 United States: +1 (571) 317-3129 Access Code: 845-110-685
• Executive Office of the Governor
  • Departmental
    • General business to be discussed.; Tuesday, April 21, 2020, 10 am (ET) until all business is complete.; #888-585-9008, Code: 721-648-837#
      • Hearing Meeting: #888-585-9008, Code: 721-648-837#
    • General business to be discussed.; Tuesday, April 21, 2020, 2:00 p.m. (ET) until all business is complete.; #888-585-9008, Code: 721-648-837#
      • Hearing Meeting: #888-585-9008, Code: 721-648-837#

6. Notices of Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Declaratory Stat

• Department of Corrections
  • Departmental
    • inmate Larry Collins, Jr., DC# M73087; The petition seeks to resolve a controversy or answer questions or doubts regarding the interpretation and application of the above-referenced rules as they relate to a Department contractor’s obligation to ...
• Department of Health
  • Board of Pharmacy
    • Florida Health Sciences Center, Inc. d/b/a Tampa General Hospital filed on March 5, 2020.; Petitioner seeks a Declaratory Statement from the Board as to whether its intended pharmacist involvement in a penicillin skin testing program is appropriate ...
• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Division of Florida Condominiums, Timeshares and Mobile Homes
    • P. Scott Maxwell, In Re: Quatraine Condominium II Association, Inc., Docket No. 2020008531.; 1. Should the association be classified as a homeowners association as defined in Chapter 720, Florida Statutes, a condominium association as defined in ...
    • Coral Springs Tower Club II Condominium Association, Inc., In Re: Coral Springs Tower Club II Condominium Association, Inc., Docket No. 2020009068; 1. Whether the association is permitted to limit an agent appointed by several unit owners as ...

7. Notices Regarding Bids, Proposals and Purchasing

• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Florida Developmental Disabilities Council
    • Other Agencies and Organizations, Florida Developmental Disabilities Council
• Department of Environmental Protection
  • Departmental
    • Department of Environmental Protection, Departmental

8. Miscellaneous

• Department of State
  • Departmental
    • Department of State, Departmental