Vol. 45, No. 177 (09/11/2019)

1. Notices of Development of Proposed Rules and Negotiated Rulemaking

• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Florida Real Estate Commission
    • The purpose of the amendment is to update the rule language and to temporarily reduce the biennial license renewal fee by 50% beginning July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2021. The fee will return to the current amount on July 1, 2021.
• Department of Legal Affairs
  • Division of Victim Services and Criminal Justice Programs
    • The proposed rule amendments are intended to clarify documentation requirements and procedures for claims filed pursuant to the Crimes Compensation Act.
    • The proposed rule amendments are intended to clarify documentation requirements and procedures for claims filed pursuant to the Crimes Compensation Act.
• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Board of Professional Engineers
    • The purpose of the rule development is to implement the statutory changes in Sections 5 and 6, Chapter 2019-86, Laws of Florida, and to make any additional changes or revisions required by the legislation.
    • The purpose of the rule development is to update the texts to clarify the language regarding CE requirements for licensees.

2. Proposed Rules

• Department of Health
  • Board of Medicine
    • The Council proposes the rule amendment to update the incorporated application.
      • Due of Comment: 10/2/2019
  • Division of Medical Quality Assurance
    • To update the survey form for medical doctors and osteopathic physicians.
      • Due of Comment: 10/2/2019
• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Board of Professional Engineers
    • The purpose of the amendments is to update the rules due to statutory changes from Chapter 2019-86, Laws of Florida, and any additional changes as necessary to effectuate the legislative intent.
      • Due of Comment: 10/2/2019
    • The purpose of the rule amendments is to implement the statutory changes in Sections 5 and 6, Chapter 2019-86, Laws of Florida, which establishes a pathway for applicants holding engineering technology degrees to establish eligibility for licensure ...
      • Due of Comment: 10/2/2019
    • The purpose of the amendment is to update the rule based on the statutory changes in Section 10, Chapter 2019-86, Laws of Florida, which creates subsection 471.025(4), F.S.
      • Due of Comment: 10/2/2019
    • The purpose of the rule amendment to implement the statutory changes from Chapter 2019-86, Laws of Florida.
      • Due of Comment: 10/2/2019

3. Notices of Changes, Corrections and Withdrawals

• Agency for Health Care Administration
  • Health Facility and Agency Licensing
    • Licensure Procedure
    • Definitions, Licensure Requirements
• Department of Financial Services
  • Division of Insurance Agent and Agency Services
    • Purpose, Definitions, Criminal Proceedings, Aggravating/Mitigating Factors.

4. Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver

• Agency for Health Care Administration
  • Health Facility and Agency Licensing
    • variance from subsection 59A-4.1265(5), F.A.C., from Manorcare at Lely Palms to implement the Detailed Nursing Home Emergency Power Plan. The petition was assigned case number 2019014011. Any interested person or other agency may submit written ...
    • variance from subsection 59A-4.1265(5), F.A.C., from Manor Care of Ft. Myers FL, LLC d/b/a Manorcare Health Services to implement the Detailed Nursing Home Emergency Power Plan. The petition was assigned case number 2019014010. Any interested ...
    • variance from subsection 59A-4.1265(5), F.A.C., from Manorcare Health Services Dunedin – to implement the Detailed Nursing Home Emergency Power Plan. The petition was assigned case number 2019014009. Any interested person or other agency may ...
    • variance from subsection 59A-4.1265(5), F.A.C., from Manor Care of Delray Beach FL, LLC d/b/a Manorcare Health Services – to implement the Detailed Nursing Home Emergency Power Plan. The petition was assigned case number 2019014007. Any interested ...
    • variance from subsection 59A-4.1265(5), F.A.C., from Manorcare Health Services – Boynton Beach to implement the Detailed Nursing Home Emergency Power Plan. The petition was assigned case number 2019014004. Any interested person or other agency may ...
    • variance from subsection 59A-4.1265(5), F.A.C., from Manorcare Health Services to implement the Detailed Nursing Home Emergency Power Plan. The petition was assigned case number 2019014003. Any interested person or other agency may submit written ...
• Florida Housing Finance Corporation
  • Departmental
    • waiver of Rule 67-21.003(8)(g) F.A.C. from HTG Valencia II, Ltd. requesting a waiver to amend the Development Type from "Mid-Rise, 4-Stories" to "Garden Style, 3-stories".
• 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 Walt Disney Parks and Resorts US Inc. located in Lake Buena Vista. The above referenced F.A.C. addresses the ...
• Department of Transportation
  • Departmental
    • that on September 10, 2019, entered an Order Denying Variance from Rule 14-85.021(8)(b), F.A.C. On July 10, 2019, Staybridge Suites Naples-Marco Island (Staybridge) filed a petition for a variance from Rule 14-85.021(8)(b), F.A.C., which requires ...

5. Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings

• 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 & Sports Marketing Headquarters Building, Lake Myrtle Sports Complex, 2701 Lake Myrtle Park Road, Auburndale, Florida 33823
• Department of Education
  • Education Practices Commission
    • The Hearing Panel of the Education Practices Commission will consider final agency action in matters dealing with the disciplining of certified educators. The Business Meeting is being held to discuss the business of the Commission, including voting ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Phone Meeting Unites States Toll-Free: 1-888-585-9008 Conference Room Number: 847-456-389
• Regional Planning Councils
  • North Central Florida Regional Planning Council
    • To conduct the regular business of the North Central Florida Local Emergency Planning Committee.; September 19, 2019, 10:00 a.m.; Dixie County Emergency Operations Center, 17600 Southeast Highway 19, Cross City, FL 32628
      • Hearing Meeting: Dixie County Emergency Operations Center, 17600 Southeast Highway 19, Cross City, FL 32628
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • DRMP, Inc.
    • The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will hold a public information meeting for the State Road (S.R.) 75 / U.S. 231 Project Development and Environment Study from S.R. 30A / U.S. 98 to S.R. 20, in Bay County. This meeting is being held to ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Holiday Inn Panama City, 2001 Martin Luther King Blvd., Panama City, FL 32405
• Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
  • Division of Administration
    • The purpose of this meeting is electing a Chair, reviewing draft industrial hemp rules, and determining the Council’s meeting frequency. ; Thursday, September 19, 2019, 8:00 a.m.; Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida 32399
• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Board of Accountancy
    • This is a public meeting. The Board will meet to consider enforcement proceedings including consideration of investigation officers’ reports, rules, and other general business.; Friday, October 18, 2019, 8:00 a.m. until all business is concluded.; ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort 100 North Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach FL
• Water Management Districts
  • St. Johns River Water Management District
    • Discussion, review and evaluation of various issues and topics having specific reference to the Harris Chain of Lakes in Lake County.; Friday, October 4, 2019, 9:00 a.m.; Lake County Administration Building, Second Floor, County Commission Meeting ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Lake County Administration Building, Second Floor, County Commission Meeting Room, 315 West Main Street, Tavares, FL 32778
• Department of Transportation
  • Florida Seaport Transportation and Economic Development Council
    • General business.; Tuesday, September 24, 2019 10:00 AM; Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/4638881996 Dial by your location +1 646 558 8656 US Meeting ID: 463 888 1996 One tap mobile +16465588656,,4638881996# US
      • Hearing Meeting: Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/4638881996 Dial by your location +1 646 558 8656 US Meeting ID: 463 888 1996 One tap mobile +16465588656,,4638881996# US
• Department of Law Enforcement
  • Departmental
    • Information regarding a statewide uniform arrest affidavit.; September 19, 2019, 1:30 p.m.; Conference Call
      • Hearing Meeting: Conference Call
• Department of Legal Affairs
  • Division of Victim Services and Criminal Justice Programs
    • Full Council Business Meeting and Teleconference The Council shall make a systematic study of the conditions affecting black men and boys, including, but not limited to, homicide rates, arrest and incarceration rate, poverty, violence, drug abuse,...
      • Hearing Meeting: Rosen Shingle Creek 9939 Universal Blvd. Orlando, FL 32819 Toll Free Dial in Number: 888-585-9008 Conference Code: 428-345-081
• Regional Planning Councils
  • East Central Florida Regional Planning Council
    • Rescheduled Meeting - EPCRA Community right-to-know; Friday, September 20, 2019, 10:00 a.m.; Orlando EOC, 110 George DeSalvia Way, Orlando, Florida 32803
      • Hearing Meeting: Orlando EOC, 110 George DeSalvia Way, Orlando, Florida 32803
• Department of Environmental Protection
  • Departmental
    • This is a public webinar of interested stakeholders to discuss the St. Lucie River and Estuary Basin Management Action Plan (BMAP). The BMAP is the means for implementation of the adopted Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs). The primary purpose of ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Webinar registration link: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3187016218392417281
• Department of Legal Affairs
  • Departmental
    • Task Force Business; Friday, October 11, 2019, 10:00 AM until conclusion; Cabinet Meeting Room – Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida
      • Hearing Meeting: Cabinet Meeting Room – Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida
• Department of Environmental Protection
  • Division of Recreation and Parks
    • To discuss the drawdown of the Rodman Reservoir along the Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway. The drawdown will be conducted from October 2019 through April 2020, providing an opportunity to maintain the ecological health and productivity ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Ravine Gardens State Park - 1600 Twigg Street, Palatka, Florida 32177
• Department of Financial Services
  • Departmental
    • The Florida Blockchain Task Force will meet to establish procedures for the conduct of its business and to elect a chair. In addition, the task force will receive a presentation on section 40 of chapter 2019-140, Laws of Florida, and review ...
      • Hearing Meeting: 110 Senate Office Building, 404 South Monroe Street, Tallahassee, FL 32399-1100
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Citizens Property Insurance Corporation
    • Agency Services Update, Catastrophe Update and other matter related to Market Services.; September 19, 2019, 11:30 a.m. EST; 1-866-361-7525 Conference ID: 784 993 9192
      • Hearing Meeting: 1-866-361-7525 Conference ID: 784 993 9192
• Department of Legal Affairs
  • Departmental
    • DSO Business; September 20, 2019 11AM until conclusion; Conference Call. Toll Free Dial in Number: 888-585-9008 Conference Room #: 194-370-765
      • Hearing Meeting: Conference Call. Toll Free Dial in Number: 888-585-9008 Conference Room #: 194-370-765
• Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
  • Division of Administration
    • This meeting is to discuss general business.; Thursday, September 19, 2019, 9:30 a.m.; Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida 32399
      • Hearing Meeting: Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida 32399
    • This meeting is to discuss general business.; Thursday, September 19, 2019, 4:00 p.m.; Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/654345717 Joining from a video-conferencing room or ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/654345717 Joining from a video-conferencing room or system? Depending on your device, dial: 654345717@67.217.95.2 or 67.217.95.2##654345717
• Department of Legal Affairs
  • Departmental
    • Non-Prison Sanctions Subcommittee; Thursday, September 19, 2019 12:00 PM until conclusion; Teleconference Number- 888-585-9008; Passcode: 240-935-818
      • Hearing Meeting: Teleconference Number- 888-585-9008; Passcode: 240-935-818
• Water Management Districts
  • Suwannee River Water Management District
    • Governing Board Meeting, Public Hearings, Workshops, and Committee Meetings. Consideration of Suwannee River Water Management District business. NOTE: One or more Governing Board members may attend and participate in the meetings by means of ...
      • Hearing Meeting: District Headquarters, 9225 CR 49, Live Oak, FL 32060
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Florida Corrections Accreditation Commission, Inc.
    • Discussion of proposed standards changes; September 25, 2019 at 9:00 a.m.; Punta Gorda Police Department, 1410 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
      • Hearing Meeting: Punta Gorda Police Department, 1410 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
• Water Management Districts
  • Suwannee River Water Management District
    • Continuation of Public Hearing on FY2019-2020 Tentative Millage Rate and Tentative Budget and opportunity to receive public comment prior to consideration and adoption by the Governing Board. NOTE: One or more Governing Board members may attend and ...
      • Hearing Meeting: 9225 CR 49, Live Oak, FL 32060
• Department of Children and Families
  • Departmental
    • The Department of Children and Families, Circuit 14 Alliance - Community Action Team to provide a forum for providers and the Community to identify needs and gaps in services in order to improve the lives of children and families in the Big Bend ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Department of Children and Families 2505 W. 15th Street, Conference Rm# 23 Panama City, Florida 32401
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation, Inc.
    • Discussion of proposed standards changes; September 24, 2019, 10:00 a.m.; Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Bryant Building, 620 S. Meridian Street, Room 272
      • Hearing Meeting: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Bryant Building, 620 S. Meridian Street, Room 272
  • Gulf Consortium
    • The Executive Committee of the Gulf Consortium will conduct a Board of Directors preview meeting, consisting of a SSEP and SEP Grant update, structure discussions, standup audit update, status of grant applications, and other business at the ...
      • Hearing Meeting: This meeting will be conducted via communications media technology (teleconference). Interested persons may participate by telephone via the following: Dial in Number +1 (669) 224-3217 Participant Passcode: 865-760-109 Interested persons may also participate in the meeting at the following location, at which communications media technology will be provided: The Balmoral Group, 165 Lincoln Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
• Department of Health
  • Division of Family Health Services
    • The Florida Coordinated Council for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (FCCDHH) is mandated by Florida Statue 413.271 to serve as an advisory and coordinating body which recommends policies that address the needs of Florida's community who are deaf, hard ...
      • Hearing Meeting: The meeting may be accessed by calling the telephone conference call-in number: 1-888-585-9008. The Conference Room Number is 828-532-954

6. Notices of Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Declaratory Stat

• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Construction Industry Licensing Board
    • David Garrett, filed on August 27, 2019.; Petitioner seeks a determination from the Board regarding whether a Tower Specialty Contractor’s License permits a Contractor to construct a Ground Storage Tank (GST), which will later contain water, in the ...
• Department of Financial Services
  • FSC - Financial Institution Regulation
    • SJ Law Group, PLLC.; On 9/10/2019, the Florida Office of Financial Regulation (Financial Institutions) received a Petition for Declaratory Statement from SJ Law Group, PLLC. The petition seeks a declaratory statement from the Office on whether its ...

7. Miscellaneous

• Department of Environmental Protection
  • Departmental
    • Department of Environmental Protection, Departmental
• Water Management Districts
  • Suwannee River Water Management District
    • Water Management Districts, Suwannee River Water Management District
    • Water Management Districts, Suwannee River Water Management District
• Department of State
  • Departmental
    • Department of State, Departmental