Vol. 44, No. 73 (04/13/2018)

1. Notices of Development of Proposed Rules and Negotiated Rulemaking

• Water Management Districts
  • Southwest Florida Water Management District
    • The amendments establish minimum flows pursuant to Section 373.042, F.S., for the Pithlachascotee River. This water body is listed on the District's minimum flow and levels priority list for establishment of minimum flows. The minimum flows will be ...

2. Proposed Rules

• Department of Environmental Protection
  • Departmental
    • The purpose and effect of this proposed rule is to amend rules to increase efficiency and internal consistency by adopting federal regulations by reference, and making technical corrections.
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
    • The purpose and effect of this proposed rule is to amend rules identified in the Department's 2016-2017 Regulatory Plan as needing to be amended to increase efficiency and internal consistency by adopting federal regulations by reference, making ...
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
    • The purpose and effect of this proposed rule is to amend rules to increase efficiency and internal consistency by adopting federal regulations by reference, making conforming changes with other state and federal regulations, and making technical ...
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
• Department of Citrus
  • Departmental
    • Amending rule to update conversion units used in calculating equivalent boxes for payment of equalization excise assessments in the case that the actual number of boxes cannot be substantiated by appropriate records. The figures are updated every ...
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
    • Incorporating new form for imported processed products and repealing forms no longer utilized by the Department.
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
    • Repealing rules no longer utilized by the fresh industry.
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
    • Repealing rules no longer utilized by the fresh industry; amending rules to clarify the use of coloring matter.
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
    • Amending rule to bring into practices currently utilized in maturity testing of fresh fruit; repealing “Break in Color” testing no longer use.
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
    • Repealing chapter no longer used by industry; USDA grades have been adopted.
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
    • Repealing rule setting out inspection hours.
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
    • Repealing rule regarding changing brand or trademark registrations.
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
    • Repealing language regarding Color Break Requirements no longer used by the industry. Updating Rulemaking Authority and Law Implemented statutes.
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
    • Amending rule to add size 80 grapefruit and repealing language regarding Abnormal Conditions and Establishment of Different Sizes. Updating Rulemaking Authority and Law Implemented Statutes.
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
    • Repealing sections of rule no longer utilized by the Fresh Industry and amending rules regarding containers and labeling.
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
    • Repealing language regarding Color Break Requirements no longer used by the industry; removing dates regarding when a public hearing can be held regarding early maturing oranges. Updating Rulemaking Authority and Law Implemented Statutes.
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
    • Repealing language regarding Color Break Requirements no longer used by the industry. Updating Rulemaking Authority and Law Implemented Statutes.
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
• Department of Education
  • State Board of Education
    • This rule amendment serves to adopt new Florida Teacher Certification Examinations (FTCE) administration requirements, stating that examinees who receive a passing score on a given examination must wait at least three (3) years before retaking the ...
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
    • This rule amendment serves to adopt new Florida Educational Leadership Examination (FELE) administration requirements, stating that examinees who receive a passing score on a given examination must wait at least three (3) years before retaking the ...
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
• Department of Health
  • Board of Hearing Aid Specialists
    • The Board proposes the rule amendment to clarify the fee and to reduce it.
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
    • The Board proposes the rule amendment to revise the incorporated form to reflect a fee reduction.
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
    • The Board proposes the rule amendment to revise the incorporated form to reflect a rate reduction.
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018
  • Board of Pharmacy
    • The Board proposes the rule amendment to update the approval date for accredited Registered Pharmacy Technician Training Programs.
      • Due of Comment: 5/4/2018

3. Notices of Changes, Corrections and Withdrawals

• Department of State
  • Division of Cultural Affairs
    • Arts and Cultural Grants, Fast Track Grants
• Department of Elder Affairs
  • Federal Aging Programs
    • Records

4. Emergency Rules

• Department of the Lottery
  • Departmental
    • Power Cruise™ Promotion

5. Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver

• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Division of Hotels and Restaurants
    • an Emergency Variance for Subparagraph 61C-1.004(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code and Paragraph 5-202.11(A), 2009 FDA Food Code from Maoz Inc. located in Sunrise. The above referenced F.A.C. addresses the requirement that each establishment have ...
• Florida Housing Finance Corporation
  • Departmental
    • waiver of Rule 67-48.004(3)(g) and Rule 67-21.003(8)(g) and RFA 2014-111 Requirement for a Change in Development Type from Caribbean Village, LTD, requesting to change the Development Type listed in the application from "Mid-Rise, 5-6 stories" to "...
• Water Management Districts
  • Southwest Florida Water Management District
    • a variance or waiver. Petitioner’s Name: Tallywood Condominium Assoc, Inc. Rule No.: 40D-22.201 Nature of the rule for which variance or waiver is sought: Lawn and landscape irrigation The Petition has been assigned tracking No. 18-4275
• Department of Health
  • Board of Chiropractic Medicine
    • variance or waiver filed by Adam Klotzek, D.C. Petitioner is seeking a variance or waiver of Rule 64B2-13.007(1), F.A.C., which requires licensees attend one (1) full day at a board meeting at which disciplinary hearings are conducted within ...
• Water Management Districts
  • Southwest Florida Water Management District
    • a variance or waiver. Petitioner’s Name: Donald App Rule No.: 40D-22.201 Nature of the rule for which variance or waiver is sought: Lawn and landscape irrigation The Petition has been assigned tracking No. 18-4276

6. Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings

• Executive Office of the Governor
  • Departmental
    • Conduct regular business of the Workgroup.; April 20, 2018, 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Department of Children and Families, 1317 Winewood Boulevard, Building 1, Room 132, Tallahassee FL 32399; conference call number 1-888-670-3525; participant code 450-...
      • Hearing Meeting: Department of Children and Families, 1317 Winewood Boulevard, Building 1, Room 132, Tallahassee FL 32399; conference call number 1-888-670-3525; participant code 450-816-1561
• Board of Trustees of The Internal Improvement Trust Fund
  • Departmental
    • A draft Oklawaha River Aquatic Preserve Management Plan has been prepared by the Florida Coastal Office. The draft plan is available for viewing or download at http://publicfiles.dep.state.fl.us/CAMA/plans/aquatic/Oklawaha-River-AP-Management-Plan....
      • Hearing Meeting: Silver Springs State Park - Paradise Ballroom, 5656 East Silver Springs Blvd., Silver Springs, FL 34488
    • The Oklawaha River Aquatic Preserve Management Plan Advisory Committee will meet to discuss possible revisions to the draft Oklawaha River Aquatic Preserve Management Plan and comments received at the public meeting scheduled for May 15, 2018 and ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Silver Springs State Park, 5656 East Silver Springs Blvd., Silver Springs, FL 34488
• Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
  • Division of Administration
    • This is a meeting of the Board of Trustees to discuss general business.; Wednesday, April 25, 2018, 10:00 a.m.; Florida Agricultural Museum, 7900 Old Kings Road North, Palm Coast, FL 32137
      • Hearing Meeting: Florida Agricultural Museum, 7900 Old Kings Road North, Palm Coast, FL 32137
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Treasure Coast Education and Research Development Authority
    • Any matters that may come before the TCERDA Board for their consideration/authorization, including but not limited to minutes, treasurer's report, etc.; April 27, 2018, 9:00 a.m.; River Walk Center, 600 N. Indian River Drive Fort Pierce, FL., ...
      • Hearing Meeting: River Walk Center, 600 N. Indian River Drive Fort Pierce, FL., 34950
• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Board of Professional Engineers
    • Although this meeting is open to the public, the Probable Cause Panel meeting may be closed consistent with law. If you wish to participate in any public portion of the Probable Cause Panel Meeting, please contact Rebecca Sammons at least 10 days ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Florida Board of Professional Engineers 2639 North Monroe St. Building B-112 Tallahassee, FL 32303
    • to monitor the operations of the Florida Board of Professional Engineers and the Florida Engineers Management Corporation and other general business of the Committee. If you would like to participate in the call, please contact Rebecca Sammons at ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Florida Board of Professional Engineers 2639 North Monroe St. Building B-112 Tallahassee, FL 32303
    • Review applications for licensure and other general business of the committees. If you would like to participate in the call, please contact Rebecca Sammons at 850.521.0500 ext. 114 at least 10 days prior to the date of the meeting. The call in ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Florida Board of Professional Engineers 2639 North Monroe St. Building B-112 Tallahassee, FL 32303
    • Review applications for licensure and other general business of the committees. If you would like to participate in the call, please contact Rebecca Sammons at 850.521.0500 ext. 114 at least 10 days prior to the date of the meeting. The call in ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Florida Board of Professional Engineers 2639 North Monroe St. Building B-112 Tallahassee, FL 32303
    • To act on the recommendations from the Application & Educational Advisory Committee to approve or deny applications for licensure and any old or new business of the Board. If you would like to participate in the call, please contact Rebecca Sammons ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Florida Board of Professional Engineers 2639 North Monroe St. Building B-112 Tallahassee, FL 32303
• Agency for Health Care Administration
  • Health Facility and Agency Licensing
    • The Governor’s Panel on Excellence in Long-Term Care will be meeting to review applications received for consideration for the Gold Seal Award. Other business as needed may also be discussed.; April 24, 2018, 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; Telephone ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Telephone conference number: 1(888)670-3525, participant code: 8050334011
• Department of Health
  • Division of Health Access and Tobacco
    • This is a meeting of Policy Subcommittee of the Tobacco Advisory Council, an Advisory Council required by section 381.84 Florida Statutes. The council provides advice to the Department of Health relating to the Comprehensive Tobacco Education and ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Call 1(888)670-3525, enter participant code: 5720848571 then #
• Public Service Commission
  • Departmental
    • Docket No. 20180029-WS, In Re: Proposed amendment of Rule 25-30.433, F.A.C., Rate Case Proceedings. This is a rule hearing requested by the Office of Public Counsel pursuant to §120.54(3)(c), F.S., on proposed paragraphs (1)(d) and (2)(c) of ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Room 148, Betty Easley Conference Center, 4075 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0850.
• Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
  • Freshwater Fish and Wildlife
    • FWC will be holding a meeting to update the public on the current state of Lake Rousseau following Hurricane Irma and fisheries monitoring on the lake. The Southwest Florida Water Management District will also provide information on Lake Rousseau ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Lake Rousseau RV Park, 10811 N. Coveview Terrace, Crystal River, FL 34428
• Water Management Districts
  • South Florida Water Management District
    • Big Cypress Basin Board Meeting; April 26, 2018, 9:00 a.m.; Collier County Board County Commissioners Chambers 3299 Tamiami Trail East 3rd Floor Naples, FL 34112
      • Hearing Meeting: Collier County Board County Commissioners Chambers 3299 Tamiami Trail East 3rd Floor Naples, FL 34112
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Florida Workers' Compensation Insurance Guaranty Assoc., Inc.
    • The Board will meet to discuss the general business of the Association. The agenda will include but not limited to: Receiver's, Legal and Legislative reports. Audit and Investment Committee reports and Claims and Operations reports.; April 24, 2018, ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Hyatt Regency Orlando Airport Hotel, Orlando, FL
• Department of Elder Affairs
  • Departmental
    • The purpose of the Regional Disaster Preparedness Forum is to collaborate with our local partners on the varying roles of the State, Department, Area Agencies on Aging, and local Emergency Management Offices.; Tuesday, May 22, 2018, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Pinellas county Emergency Management Building, 10750 Ulmerton Road, Largo, FL 33778, Building 1.

7. Notices of Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Declaratory Stat

• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco
    • MB Doral, LLC, d/b/a Martinibar; DS 2018-001; Petitioner, MB Doral, LLC’s petition for declaratory statement was granted in part and denied in part. Prospective Intervenors Beer Industry of Florida, the Florida Beer Wholesalers Association, and ...
• Department of Financial Services
  • Finance
    • Tiger Commissary Services, Inc.; The original petition sought a declaratory statement from the Office on whether the company is required to be licensed as a money service business following its change in business process. On April 12, 2018, the ...

8. Notices Regarding Bids, Proposals and Purchasing

• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Ajax Building Corporation
    • Other Agencies and Organizations, Ajax Building Corporation
  • Florida Workers' Compensation Joint Underwriting Association, Inc
    • Other Agencies and Organizations, Florida Workers' Compensation Joint Underwriting Association, Inc

9. Miscellaneous

• Department of Environmental Protection
  • Office of the Secretary
    • Department of Environmental Protection, Office of the Secretary
• Agency for Health Care Administration
  • Certificate of Need
    • Agency for Health Care Administration, Certificate of Need
• Department of Financial Services
  • FSC - Financial Institution Regulation
    • Department of Financial Services, FSC - Financial Institution Regulation
• Department of State
  • Departmental
    • Department of State, Departmental