Vol. 44, No. 44 (03/05/2018)

1. Notices of Development of Proposed Rules and Negotiated Rulemaking

• Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
  • Division of Aquaculture
    • The proposed rule amendments will reclassify shellfish harvesting areas and update the associated maps to protect the health of shellfish consumers and to provide access to renewable shellfish resources. The effect of these amendments is to ...
• Department of Education
  • State Board of Education
    • To establish new concordant scores for the grade 10 Florida Standards Assessment (FSA) English Language Arts (ELA) assessment and comparative scores for the FSA Algebra 1 End-of-Course (EOC) Assessment. This rule will incorporate significant ...
• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Board of Professional Engineers
    • The proposed amendment updates the application form and adds a requirement that delinquent status licensees must attach documentation of completion of required continuing education (CE) hours when renewing.
• Department of Corrections
  • Departmental
    • To implement a re-review process for previously rejected publications that due to the passage of time, change in societal norms, or other extenuating circumstances warrant a separate re-review to determine their rejection from or admissibility to an ...

2. Proposed Rules

• Department of Elder Affairs
  • Federal Aging Programs
    • The purpose of the proposed rule is to implement changes to the assisted living facility regulatory statutes enacted during the 2015 legislative session, Chapter 2015-126, Laws of Florida, and to address the safety and quality of services and care ...
      • Due of Comment: 3/26/2018
• Public Service Commission
  • Departmental
    • The rule is amended so that the Commission in water and wastewater rate cases evaluates quality of service separately from the infrastructure and operational conditions of utility plant and facilities; codifies existing agency practice, and updates ...
      • Due of Comment: 3/26/2018
• Department of Health
  • Board of Medicine
    • The proposed rule amendment is intended to set forth a range of penalties to be imposed for those physicians who are not in compliance with Section 381.986, Florida Statutes, in certifying patients for medical marijuana use.
      • Due of Comment: 3/26/2018
    • The proposed new rule is intended to incorporate the Board’s medical marijuana consent form and the form for comparable medical conditions into the Board’s rule.
      • Due of Comment: 3/26/2018
  • Board of Osteopathic Medicine
    • The proposed new rule is intended to incorporate the Board’s medical marijuana consent form and the form for comparable medical conditions into the Board’s rule.
      • Due of Comment: 3/26/2018
• Department of Management Services
  • Division of Retirement
    • Amend ERQ-1 form title; clarify language about one time second election; amend language for default membership; clarify language about compulsory membership for eligible members; amend language for SMSOAP election; amend language for renewed ...
      • Due of Comment: 3/26/2018
    • Amend form to allow usage by members of all membership classes in the Investment Plan; remove repealed rule citations; amend language regarding in-line-of-duty benefits in relation to SB 7022.
      • Due of Comment: 3/26/2018

3. Notices of Changes, Corrections and Withdrawals

• Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
  • Division of Animal Industry
    • Dogs or Cats
• Agency for Health Care Administration
  • Health Facility and Agency Licensing
    • Definitions, Dietary and Nutrition Services, Facility Life Safety, Building Code Requirements and Physical Plant Standards

4. Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver

• Department of Health
  • Board of Pharmacy
    • variance or waiver filed by Orlando Health Scripts Pharmacy, seeking a waiver of the requirement of Rule 64B16-28.141(1), which defines an “Automated pharmacy system” as a mechanical system, located within or adjacent to the prescription department,...
• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Board of Professional Engineers
    • permanent variance filed by Jack Erdozain, P.E., regarding the requirements of Rule 61G15-35.003(1)(b), F.A.C., which requires application for certification as a Special Inspector whose principal practice is structural engineering shall also have ...
    • of the issuance of an Order regarding the Petition for Variance or Waiver, filed on November 30, 2017, by Marc E. Rader, P.E. The Notice of Petition for Variance or Waiver was published in Vol. 43, No. 242 of the December 12, 2017, Florida ...
    • of the issuance of an Order regarding the Petition for Variance or Waiver, filed on October 20, 2017, by Sangyul Cho. The Notice of Petition for Variance or Waiver was published in Vol. 43, No. 219, of the November 13, 2017, Florida Administrative ...
• Department of Environmental Protection
  • Beaches and Coastal Systems
    • that on February 7, 2018, the Department issued a Final Order, granting Texas Hold’em, LLC and Squeeze Me Inn, LLC’s, amended Petition for Waiver. The original Petition was received on August 11, 2017, and an amended Petition was received on ...
• Department of Transportation
  • Departmental
    • a variance from Rule 14-57.014(3), F.A.C., which restricts new crossings over Department-owned active rail corridors. The request seeks a rail crossing at milepost 965 of the South Florida Rail Corridor (Mission Spur) to provide employee access to ...

5. Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings

• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • MRGMiami
    • The FDOT District Four, will be hosting a Public Information Workshop for the 95 Express Phase 3B-2 Project, which will provide two tolled express lanes in each direction from Glades Road to Linton Boulevard in Palm Beach County. The workshop will ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Spanish River Library, 1501 Spanish River Boulevard, Boca Raton, FL 33431
• Regional Utility Authorities
  • Tampa Bay Water - A Regional Water Supply Authority
    • Executive Committee Meeting; Monday, March 19, 2018, 10:00 a.m.; Tampa Bay Water Administrative Offices, 2575 Enterprise Road, Clearwater, Florida 33763.
      • Hearing Meeting: Tampa Bay Water Administrative Offices, 2575 Enterprise Road, Clearwater, Florida 33763.
• Regional Planning Councils
  • Central Florida Regional Planning Council
    • Regular meeting of the Heartland Regional Transportation Planning Organization (HRTPO) Technical Advisory Committee (TAC).; March 21, 2018, 10:00 a.m.; CareerSource Heartland, 5901 US Hwy 27 South, Suite #1, Sebring, FL 33873
      • Hearing Meeting: CareerSource Heartland, 5901 US Hwy 27 South, Suite #1, Sebring, FL 33873
• Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
  • Freshwater Fish and Wildlife
    • The Commission is considering amendments to the captive wildlife regulations regarding game farms and hunt preserves. The meeting is to provide the public an opportunity to provide feedback on current game farm and hunt preserve regulations. The ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Hampton Inn & Suites Lakeland South-Polk Parkway 3630 Lakeland Village Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33803
    • The Commission is considering amendments to the captive wildlife regulations regarding game farms and hunt preserves. The meeting is to provide the public an opportunity to provide feedback on current game farm and hunt preserve regulations. The ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Bryant Building 620 South Meridian Street, Tallahassee FL 32399.
• Department of Health
  • Division of Children's Medical Services
    • The Committee will address administrative issues, review cases, and discuss the CADR Action Plan. A portion of the meeting is required by Section 383.412(3) (a), F.S. to be closed to the public to allow the Committee to discuss information that is ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Florida Dept. of Health Palm Beach County 800 Clematis Street, Room 2200 West Palm Beach, FL 33401
    • The Committee will address administrative issues, review cases, and discuss the CADR Action Plan. A portion of the meeting is required by Section 383.412(3) (a), F.S. to be closed to the public to allow the Committee to discuss information that is ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Gulf Coast Children's Advocacy Center 210 East 11th Street Panama City, FL 32401
    • The Committee will address administrative issues, review cases, and discuss the CADR Action Plan. A portion of the meeting is required by Section 383.412(3) (a), F.S. to be closed to the public to allow the Committee to discuss information that is ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Mary Lee House 2806 N. Amenia Avenue Tampa, FL 33607
• Executive Office of the Governor
  • Departmental
    • The Constitution Revision Commission (CRC) has issued an open invitation to interested Floridians to attend a public hearing and provide their feedback on proposed constitutional amendments that may be placed on Florida’s 2018 General Election ...
      • Hearing Meeting: The Westin, Tarpon Point Ballroom, 5951 Silver King Boulevard, Cape Coral, FL 33914
• Department of Health
  • Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling
    • To discuss mobility and telehealth.; May 23, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. EST; Rosen Plaza 9700 International Drive Orlando, Florida, 32819 (407) 996-9700
      • Hearing Meeting: Rosen Plaza 9700 International Drive Orlando, Florida, 32819 (407) 996-9700
• Department of Law Enforcement
  • Departmental
    • Conference call will convene the committees of the MEPIC Advisory Board to discuss ongoing projects and initiatives.; Wednesday, March 7th, 2018, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Awareness and Prevention - 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Response and Recovery - 2:00 PM - 3:...
      • Hearing Meeting: Conference Call Toll Free: 1 877 739 5902 +1 (786) 535-3119 Access Code: 780-954-261 Meeting Link: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/780954261
• Department of Children and Families
  • Departmental
    • Reply Opening and Review of Mandatory Requirements for ITN# 20181801MCARE, Invitation to Negotiate Medicare Billing, Reporting, Consulting and Auditing Services; April 6, 2018, 4:00 p.m.; Northeast Florida State Hospital 7487 S SR121 MacClenny, FL ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Northeast Florida State Hospital 7487 S SR121 MacClenny, FL 32063
    • Debriefing Meeting of the Evaluators and ranking of the replies for ITN#20181801MCARE, Invitation to Negotiate Medicare Billing, Reporting, Consulting, and Auditing Services.; April 13, 2018, 10:00 a.m.; Northeast Florida State Hospital 7487 S ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Northeast Florida State Hospital 7487 S SR121 MacClenny, FL 32063
• Department of Health
  • Board of Nursing
    • To consider cases where Probable Cause has previously been found.; March 23, 2018 @ 3:30 p.m.; Toll Free Number – 1-888-670-3525 2681213003
      • Hearing Meeting: Toll Free Number – 1-888-670-3525 2681213003
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Enterprise Florida, Inc.
    • Board of Directors Meeting This meeting will discuss on-going issues, developing issues and other matters.; March 14-15, 2018; Embassy Suites West Palm Beach Central 1601 Belvedere Road West Palm Beach, FL 33406
      • Hearing Meeting: Embassy Suites West Palm Beach Central 1601 Belvedere Road West Palm Beach, FL 33406
• Department of Health
  • Board of Nursing
    • To consider cases where Probable Cause has previously been found.; April 09, 2018 @ 10:30 a.m.; Toll Free Number - 1-888-670-3525 9908086106
      • Hearing Meeting: Toll Free Number - 1-888-670-3525 9908086106
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • FLORIDA WATEREUSE ASSOCIATION
    • Review of Florida regulations that pertain to water and wastewater.; March 16, 2018, 9:30 a.m.; Toho Water Authority 951 MLK Jr Blvd Kissimmee, Fl 34741
      • Hearing Meeting: Toho Water Authority 951 MLK Jr Blvd Kissimmee, Fl 34741
• Department of Health
  • Departmental
    • These public workshops will address the Department of Health’s Notices of Rule Development for 64-4.003: Renewal Application Requirements for Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers, 64-4.008: Disciplinary Guidelines and Fines, 64-4.017: Medical ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Betty Easley Conference Center, 4075 Esplanade Way, Conference Room 148, Tallahassee, FL 32399
    • These public workshops will address the Department of Health’s Notices of Rule Development for 64-4.020: Low-THC and Medical Marijuana Packaging and Labeling, 64-4.021: Low-THC and Medical Marijuana Packaging Solvent Based Extraction and Related ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Betty Easley Conference Center, 4075 Esplanade Way, Conference Room 148, Tallahassee, FL 32399

6. Notices of Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Declaratory Stat

• Department of Corrections
  • Departmental
    • Edward Wilson, DC# 079099; The petition seeks “clarification of [the] rule governing strip-searching of the inmates housed at Okeechobee Work Camp, and other institutions within the Florida Department of Corrections.” Persons whose substantial ...
• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Construction Industry Licensing Board
    • Braxton L. Bowen, Jr., Esq., on behalf of Palmetto Building and Consulting, Inc., on February 14, 2018.; Petitioner seeks a determination from the Board regarding whether a licensed General Contractor can provide the services of a Marine Specialty ...

7. Notices Regarding Bids, Proposals and Purchasing

• Department of Education
  • Florida Atlantic University
    • Department of Education, Florida Atlantic University
    • Department of Education, Florida Atlantic University
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Visit Florida
    • Other Agencies and Organizations, Visit Florida
• Regional Planning Councils
  • West Florida Regional Planning Council
    • Regional Planning Councils, West Florida Regional Planning Council

8. Miscellaneous

• Department of Education
  • State Board of Education
    • Department of Education, State Board of Education
• Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
  • Vessel Registration and Boating Safety
    • Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Vessel Registration and Boating Safety
• Department of Financial Services
  • Division of Accounting and Auditing
    • Requirements
• Department of Corrections
  • Departmental
    • Visiting Schedule
• Department of Health
  • Board of Nursing
    • Department of Health, Board of Nursing
    • Department of Health, Board of Nursing
• 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
• Department of State
  • Departmental
    • Department of State, Departmental