Vol. 40, No. 81 (04/25/2014)

1. Notices of Development of Proposed Rules and Negotiated Rulemaking

• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Departmental
    • The purpose and effect of the proposed rule is to reduce the licensure fee and biennial renewal fee for athlete agents.
• Department of Health
  • Division of Environmental Health
    • Review this Chapter and amend rule language as necessary to ensure that all rules conform to statutory requirements, national laser safety standards, federal regulations, and the current practices and procedures for laser radiation.
• Department of Corrections
  • Departmental
    • The purpose and effect of the proposed rule is to clarify that commercial photographs are not allowed to be sent as routine mail.

2. Proposed Rules

• Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
  • Florida Forest Service
    • The proposed amendments to Rules 5I-2.003 and 5I-2.006 F.A.C, implement the 2013 legislative changes to Chapter 590, Florida Statutes.
      • Due of Comment: 5/16/2014
• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Board of Veterinary Medicine
    • The proposed amendment ensures that pharmaceuticals and biologics, the efficacies of which are temperature sensitive, are stored in a fashion consistent with manufacturer's protocol when said items are utilized by Veterinarians whose practice ...
      • Due of Comment: 5/16/2014
• Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
  • Division of Plant Industry
    • The purpose of these amendments is to clarify the requirements for the propagation and delivery of citrus and closely related plants that are produced for distribution. The effect is to have up-to-date requirements that allow for the propagation of ...
      • Due of Comment: 5/16/2014
• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Board of Veterinary Medicine
    • The proposed amendment is to facilitate the enforcement of an offense which poses great potential harm to the general public.
      • Due of Comment: 5/16/2014

3. Notices of Changes, Corrections and Withdrawals

• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Board of Accountancy
    • Independence
• Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
  • Division of Licensing
    • Licensed Firearms Instructors; Schools or Training Facilities; License Application

4. Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver

• Department of Health
  • Board of Medicine
    • that on April 23, 2014, an Order was filed on the Petition for Waiver or Variance. The Petition for Waiver or Variance was filed by Vasilios Diakonis, M.D., on November 20, 2013, seeking a waiver or variance from Rules 64B8-1.007 and 4.009, F.A.C.,...
    • that on April 23, 2014, an Order was filed on the Petition for Waiver or Variance. The Petition for Waiver or Variance was filed by Georges Mora Rasquin, M.D., on February 10, 2014, seeking a waiver or variance from Rule 64B8-4.018, F.A.C., with ...
    • that on April 23, 2014, an Order was filed on the Petition for Waiver or Variance. The Petition for Waiver or Variance was filed by Devendra K. Amin, M.D., on February 18, 2014, seeking a waiver or variance from Rule 64B8-4.009, F.A.C., with ...
    • that on April 23, 2014, an Order was filed on the Petition for Waiver or Variance. The Petition for Waiver or Variance was filed by Amer H. Rustum, M.D., on January 23, 2014, seeking a waiver or variance from Rule 64B8-4.009, F.A.C., with regard ...
    • that on April 23, 2014, an Order was filed on the Petition for Waiver or Variance. The Petition for Waiver or Variance was filed by Anthony G. Armineous, M.D., on January 24, 2014, seeking a waiver or variance from Rule 64B8-4.009, F.A.C., with ...
    • that on April 23, 2014, an Order was filed on the Petition for Waiver or Variance. The Petition for Waiver or Variance was filed by Mamdouh E. Rayan, M.D., on February 12, 2014, seeking a waiver or variance from Rule 64B8-4.009, F.A.C., with ...
    • that on April 23, 2014, an Order was filed on the Petition for Waiver or Variance. The Petition for Waiver or Variance was filed by Ruby Abraham, M.D., on February 11, 2014, seeking a waiver or variance from Rule 64B8-4.009, F.A.C., with regard to ...
    • that on April 23, 2014, an Order was filed on the Petition for Waiver or Variance. The Petition for Waiver or Variance was filed by Kimon M. Violaris, M.D., on January 10, 2014, seeking a waiver or variance from Rule 64B8-4.009, F.A.C., with ...
    • that on April 23, 2014, an Order was filed on the Petition for Waiver or Variance. The Petition for Waiver or Variance was filed by Nassef F. Hassan, M.D., on February 18, 2014, seeking a waiver or variance from Rule 64B8-4.009, F.A.C., with ...
    • that on April 23, 2014, an Order was filed on the Petition for Waiver or Variance. The Petition for Waiver or Variance was filed by Ammar Sukari, M.D., on January 28, 2014, seeking a waiver or variance from Rule 64B8-4.009, F.A.C., with regard to ...
    • that on April 23, 2014, an Order was filed on the Petition for Waiver or Variance. The Petition for Waiver or Variance was filed by Saad Sakkal, M.D., on March 6, 2014, seeking a waiver or variance from Rules 64B8-1.007 and 4.009, F.A.C., with ...
    • that on April 23, 2014, an Order was filed on the Petition for Waiver or Variance. The Petition for Waiver or Variance was filed by Ziad Abdeen, M.D., on January 6, 2014, seeking a waiver or variance from Rule 64B8-4.009, F.A.C., with regard to ...
    • that on April 23, 2014, an Order was filed on the Petition for Waiver or Variance. The Petition for Waiver or Variance was filed by Luke Gerald Guillot, M.D., on February 18, 2014, seeking a waiver or variance from Rule 64B8-4.018, F.A.C., with ...
    • that on April 23, 2014, an Order was filed on the Petition for Waiver or Variance. The Petition for Waiver or Variance was filed on behalf of Roberto Fogel, M.D., on February 6, 2014, seeking a waiver or variance from Rule 64B8-4.009, F.A.C., with ...
    • that on April 23, 2014, an Order was filed on the Petition for Waiver or Variance. The Petition for Waiver or Variance was filed by Linda A. DeLuca, M.D., on November 7, 2013, seeking a waiver or variance from Rule 64B8-4.009, F.A.C., with regard ...
• 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 Yo-Good located in Cutler Bay. The above referenced F.A.C. addresses the requirement that each establishment have ...
    • 501 East Kennedy Building. Petitioner seeks a variance of the requirements of ASME A17.3, Section 3.11.3, as adopted by 61C-5.001(1), Florida Administrative Code that requires upgrading the elevators with firefighters’ emergency operations which ...
    • On April 14, 2014 the Division of Hotels and Restaurants received a Petition for an Emergency Variance for Subparagraph 3-305.11(A)(2), 2009 FDA Food Code, Section 3-305.14, 2009 FDA Food Code, Section 6-202.15, 2009 FDA Food Code, Section 6-202.16, ...
    • On April 15, 2014 the Division of Hotels and Restaurants received a Petition for an Emergency Variance for Subparagraph 3-305.11(A)(2), 2009 FDA Food Code, Paragraph 61C-4.010(1), Florida Administrative Code from Marriott Concierge Lounge located in ...

5. Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings

• Department of Children and Families
  • Refugee Services
    • The purpose of the Palm Beach Area Refugee Task Force meeting is to increase awareness of the refugee populations, share best practices, spot trends in refugee populations, build collaborations between agencies, help create good communication among ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Children's services Council of Palm Beach County 2300 High Ridge Road Boynton Beach, Florida 33426
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Orange County Research and Development Authority
    • General Business Meeting; May 8, 2014, 8:00 a.m.; Central Florida Research Park 12424 Research Parkway, Suite 100 Orlando, FL 32826
      • Hearing Meeting: Central Florida Research Park 12424 Research Parkway, Suite 100 Orlando, FL 32826
• Department of Education
  • University of West Florida
    • Annual Board meeting to discuss current matters and review goal updates.; May 9, 2014, 8a.m.-Noon; Charlotte County Conferene and Event Center, Myakka Room A, Punta Gorda, FL
      • Hearing Meeting: Charlotte County Conferene and Event Center, Myakka Room A, Punta Gorda, FL
• Water Management Districts
  • South Florida Water Management District
    • A Public Meeting of the Water Resources Advisory Commission (WRAC) regarding water resources protection, water supply and flood protection issues. The public is advised that it is possible that one or more members of the Governing Board of the South ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center, 151 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411.
  • Southwest Florida Water Management District
    • Regular monthly meeting to obtain feedback from interested persons on current pending permit applications. The agenda is available at www.watermatters.org/calendar/calendar.php/; May 7, 2014, 9:00 a.m.; 7601 HWY 301 N, Tampa, FL 33637
      • Hearing Meeting: 7601 HWY 301 N, Tampa, FL 33637
  • South Florida Water Management District
    • A Public Meeting of the Water Resources Advisory Commission (WRAC) held jointly with the South Florida Ecosystem Restoration Task Force (SFERTF) regarding water resources protection, water supply and flood protection issues. The public is advised ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center, 151 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Laura Turner Planning Services
    • The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is holding an Alternatives Public Meeting for the Malabar Road (State Road 514) Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study (Financial Management Number 430136-1-22-01). Design alternatives for ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Palm Bay (Health First) Hospital Auditorium, 1425 Malabar Road NE, Palm Bay, FL 32907
• Water Management Districts
  • Southwest Florida Water Management District
    • Discussion of task force business for the Citrus County Task Force of the Citrus/Hernando Waterways Restoration Council: Homosassa & Chassahowitzka TMDL, Mercury TMDL, Freshwater Electrofishing Sampling, Managing Forests for increased Regional Water ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Lecanto Government Building, 3600 West Sovereign Path, Room 166, Lecanto, Florida 34461
• Department of Children and Families
  • Office on Homelessness
    • Discussing and finalizing recommendations for the Council's annual report; reports from Council committees; new and old business.; May 16, 2014, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm; Betty Easley Conference Center 4075 Esplanade Way, Room 152 Capital Circle Office ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Betty Easley Conference Center 4075 Esplanade Way, Room 152 Capital Circle Office Center Tallahassee, FL 32399
• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Construction Industry Licensing Board
    • Content for the above rules.; Wednesday, May 14, 2014, 10:00 a.m.; Orlando Marriott Lake Mary, 1501 International Parkway, Lake Mary, Florida 32746
      • Hearing Meeting: Orlando Marriott Lake Mary, 1501 International Parkway, Lake Mary, Florida 32746
• Water Management Districts
  • St. Johns River Water Management District
    • This is a meeting of the Advisory Committee described above. The purpose of the meeting is to review and discuss updates to committee workplan, discuss status of the proposed MFLs and Prevention and Recovery Strategies for the Lower Santa Fe River ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Florida Gateway College, Wilson S. Rivers Library and Media Center, 149 SE College Place, Building 200, Room 102, Lake City, FL 32025
• Department of Education
  • Departmental
    • Florida Rehabilitation Council Public Awareness Committee Agenda Items; June 2, 2014, 10:00 am-until 11am or finished; Teleconference 1888 670 3525 Passcode: 7923533220
      • Hearing Meeting: Teleconference 1888 670 3525 Passcode: 7923533220
    • Florida Rehabilitation Council Planning and Coordination Committee Agenda Items; June 3, 2014, 9:00 am-until 10am or finished; Teleconference 1888 670 3525 Passcode: 7923533220
      • Hearing Meeting: Teleconference 1888 670 3525 Passcode: 7923533220
    • Florida Rehabilitation Council Legislative Committee Agenda Items; June 10, 2014, 9:00 am-until 10am or finished; Teleconference 1888 670 3525 Passcode: 7923533220
      • Hearing Meeting: Teleconference 1888 670 3525 Passcode: 7923533220
    • Florida Rehabilitation Council Executive Committee Agenda Items; June 4, 2014, 9:00 am-until 10am or finished; Teleconference 1888 670 3525 Passcode: 7923533220
      • Hearing Meeting: Teleconference 1888 670 3525 Passcode: 7923533220
    • Florida Rehabilitation Council Evaluation Committee Agenda Items; June 12, 2014, 10:00 am-until 11am or finished; Teleconference 1888 670 3525 Passcode: 7923533220
      • Hearing Meeting: Teleconference 1888 670 3525 Passcode: 7923533220
• Department of Revenue
  • Property Tax Oversight Program
    • Adoption of and approval to file and certify the following proposed rules with the Department of State under Chapter 120, Florida Statutes. These rules are the subject of this meeting: 12D-1.009, F.A.C. (Mapping Requirements); 12D-1.010, F.A.C. (...
      • Hearing Meeting: Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, the Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida. Please refer to the Cabinet Agenda posted to the Department’s Internet site at http://dor.myflorida.com/dor/rules/ before attending a meeting.
• Department of Education
  • Division of Florida Colleges
    • Commencement; May 4, 2014; Jax Arena
      • Hearing Meeting: Jax Arena
• Water Management Districts
  • Suwannee River Water Management District
    • Audit Committee Meeting to consider District business.; May 2, 2014 at 8:00 a.m.; District Headquarters, 9225 CR 49, Live Oak, FL 32060
      • Hearing Meeting: District Headquarters, 9225 CR 49, Live Oak, FL 32060
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Tampa Bay Estuary Program
    • The agendas for the above meetings may be obtained by emailing ron@tbep.org; DATE AND TIME: Management Board - May 9, 2014 at 9:00am, August 15, 2014 at 9:00am, and November 14, 2014 at 9:00am. The 2014 Policy Board meetings will remain the same -...
      • Hearing Meeting: Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council, 4000 Gateway Centre Boulevard, Suite 100, Pinellas Park, Florida
• Department of Health
  • Board of Osteopathic Medicine
    • Emergency Rule Conference Call on Rule 64B15-14.0081- Standards for Telemedicine Practice. General business of the Board.; May 5, 2014 @1:00pm.; Conference Call Number: (888) 670-3525; Participant Passcode: 6558995979
      • Hearing Meeting: Conference Call Number: (888) 670-3525; Participant Passcode: 6558995979
• Regional Planning Councils
  • Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council
    • The Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council will conduct its regular Board meeting.; May 16, 2014, 9:30 a.m.; Indian River State College Wolf High Technology Center 2400 SE Salerno Road Stuart, Florida 34997
      • Hearing Meeting: Indian River State College Wolf High Technology Center 2400 SE Salerno Road Stuart, Florida 34997
    • To conduct a meeting of the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council's Gubernatorial Committee; May 16, 2014 (immediately following the regular Board meeting); Indian River State College Wolf High Technology Center 2400 SE Salerno Road Stuart, ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Indian River State College Wolf High Technology Center 2400 SE Salerno Road Stuart, FL 34997

6. Notices of Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Declaratory Stat

• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Board of Accountancy
    • Ashland Partners & Company LLP; The petition seeks the Board’s interpretation of Section 473.302(8)(a), Florida Statutes, and whether the conduct described in the petition regarding the attestation of investment performance returns constitutes the ...
• Department of Health
  • Board of Nursing
    • 14489101

7. Notices Regarding Bids, Proposals and Purchasing

• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital
    • Other Agencies and Organizations, Sarasota Memorial Hospital
    • Other Agencies and Organizations, Sarasota Memorial Hospital

8. Miscellaneous

• Department of Health
  • Board of Nursing
    • Department of Health, Board of Nursing
• Department of Financial Services
  • Division of Treasury
    • Department of Financial Services, Division of Treasury
• Department of Health
  • Board of Pharmacy
    • Department of Health, Board of Pharmacy
    • Department of Health, Board of Pharmacy
  • Board of Nursing
    • Department of Health, Board of Nursing