Vol. 43, No. 172 (09/05/2017)

1. Notices of Development of Proposed Rules and Negotiated Rulemaking

• Department of Revenue
  • Departmental
    • The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12-16.003, F.A.C., is to adopt, by reference, administrative updates that clarify signature requirements for the Consent to Extend the Time to Issue an Assessment or File a Claim for Refund, form DR-872.
    • The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12-29.003, F.A.C., is to implement statutory changes made by Chapter 2017-166, L.O.F., which require the Department to provide copies of certain correspondence to the nonprofit scholarship-funding ...
  • Sales and Use Tax
    • The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12A-1.004, F.A.C., is to update the Department’s webpage link that provides sales tax bracket rates. The purpose of the amendments to Rule 12A-1.005, F.A.C., is to incorporate changes made to Section ...
    • The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12A-1.070, F.A.C., is to implement statutory changes made by Chapter 2017-36, L.O.F., to the sales tax rate for certain leases of real property and to make technical changes to remove obsolete ...
    • The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12A-1.087, F.A.C., is to incorporate legislative changes in Section 212.08(5)(a), F.S., provided by Section 26, Chapter 2017-36, Laws of Florida. The new exemption created in that section allows for ...
    • The purpose of the proposed amendment to Rule 12A-12.003, F.A.C., is to bring the rule into compliance with statutory changes made in Section 29 of Chapter 2017-36, L.O.F., which eliminated the $5.00 registration fee required of persons that submit ...
    • The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12A-15.014, F.A.C., is to implement statutory changes made by Chapter 2017-36 L.O.F., and to bring the sales tax rate for electricity into compliance with current law.
    • The purpose of the proposed amendment to Rule 12A-16.004, F.A.C., is to implement statutory changes made by Chapter 2017-36 L.O.F., by removing the reference to a registration fee.
    • The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12A-19.100, F.A.C., is to adopt, by reference, changes to forms used to report the Florida communications services tax. These changes are limited to annual tax rate adjustments for local jurisdictions ...
  • Miscellaneous Tax
    • The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rules 12B-5.030, 12B-5.040, 12B-5.050, 12B-5.060, 12B-5.070, 12B-5.080, 12B-5.110, 12B-5.300, and 12B-5.400, F.A.C., is to implement statutory changes made by Chapter 2017-36, L.O.F., which removed certain ...
• Department of Children and Families
  • Family Safety and Preservation Program
    • The Department intends to amend Rule 65C-30.016, F.A.C, New Children in Families under Supervision, to require the new child safety assessment to be filed with the court.
• Department of Revenue
  • Miscellaneous Tax
    • The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12B-8.003, F.A.C., is to adopt, by reference, changes to five forms used in the administration of insurance premium taxes, fees, and surcharges.
    • The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12B-11.005, F.A.C., is to remove certain application fees, as provided by Chapter 2017-36, L.O.F., and to update contact information for the Department.
  • Corporate, Estate and Intangible Tax
    • The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rules 12C-1.0222 and 12C-1.034, F.A.C., is to implement statutory changes made by Chapter 2017-36, which amended provisions in Chapter 220, F.S., to conform the timing of filing returns, making payments, and ...
    • The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rules 12C-1.0222 and 12C-1.034, F.A.C., is to implement statutory changes made by Chapter 2017-36, which amended provisions in Chapter 220, F.S., to conform the timing of filing returns, making payments, and ...

2. Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver

• Department of Health
  • Division of Environmental Health
    • On August 31, 2017, the Department of Health issued an order in response to a petition for a variance filed on April 25, 2017, by Matthew Kirby, representing Oldcastle Precast. Petitioner sought a variance from Rule 64E-6.013(1)(b)4. (subsequently ...

3. Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings

• Regional Utility Authorities
  • Tampa Bay Water - A Regional Water Supply Authority
    • A public meeting of the Selection Committee for the Request for Proposals for As-Needed Graphic Design and Creative Services, CONTRACT NO's.: 2018-016 and 018-019. As a part of the selection process, the Selection Committee will meet to review and ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Tampa Bay Water Administrative Offices, 2575 Enterprise Road, Clearwater, Florida 33763.
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • AIM Engineering
    • FDOT will hold a second visioning workshop to provide information and gather feedback about the proposed improvements to 10th Avenue from Riverside Drive to 17th Street West. The workshop will include a PowerPoint presentation followed by open ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Palmetto Library, 923 6th Street West, Palmetto, Florida, 34221
• Water Management Districts
  • South Florida Water Management District
    • Governing Board to discuss and consider District business, including regulatory and non-regulatory matters. All or part of these meetings may be conducted as a teleconference in order to permit maximum participation by Governing Board members. The ...
      • Hearing Meeting: SFWMD Headquarters Auditorium, B-1 Building, 3301 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, Florida 33406
    • The South Florida Water Management District announces a public hearing regarding its annual budget and ad valorem tax assessment. All persons are invited. The Governing Board will receive and consider public comment and vote separately on the ...
      • Hearing Meeting: South Florida Water Management District Auditorium, B-1 Building, 3301 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, Florida 33406
• Regional Utility Authorities
  • Tampa Bay Water - A Regional Water Supply Authority
    • Executive Committee Meeting.; Monday, September 18, 2017, 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.
• Water Management Districts
  • South Florida Water Management District
    • Water Resources Advisory Commission (WRAC) – Recreational Issues Meeting. A Public Workshop sponsored by the Water Resources Advisory Commission (WRAC) regarding recreational issues and opportunities within the South Florida Water Management ...
      • Hearing Meeting: South Florida Water Management District Headquarters, B-1 Auditorium, 3301 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
• Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
  • Division of Plant Industry
    • Budwood Program Presentation; Seed Source Issues; Review of Scion Trees for Researchers; Micropropagation regulations.; September 21, 2017, 10:00am to 2:00pm; Jim Heidegger Auditorium; Pest Eradication & Control; 3027 Lake Alfred Road; Winter Haven, ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Jim Heidegger Auditorium; Pest Eradication & Control; 3027 Lake Alfred Road; Winter Haven, FL 33881
• Department of Health
  • Council of Licensed Midwifery
    • To review those cases on which a determination of existence of probable cause has already been made.; September 13, 2017, at 1 p.m.; Telephone conference number: 1(888) 670-3525, participant code 7133577864.
      • Hearing Meeting: Telephone conference number: 1(888) 670-3525, participant code 7133577864.
• Department of Environmental Protection
  • Departmental
    • The Department’s Division of Environmental Assessment and Restoration (DEAR) is holding a public meeting to discuss DEAR’s water quality assessment efforts. This public meeting is being held to discuss the 2017 update to the Florida Keys Reasonable ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Monroe County Government Center, BOCC Room, 2798 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050 The meeting will be available via webinar. To register, use this link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/769275894424512514
• Department of Health
  • Board of Acupuncture
    • General business of the board.; September 15, 2017, at 9 a.m.; Doubletree of Tallahassee 101 South Adams Street Tallahassee, Florida (850) 521-6005
      • Hearing Meeting: Doubletree of Tallahassee 101 South Adams Street Tallahassee, Florida (850) 521-6005
• Department of Education
  • University of North Florida
    • Art in State Buildings orientation meeting for Skinner-Jones Hall, to determine potential sites, possible media and themes, and method of solicitation for artwork.; September 21, 2017, 11:00 a.m.; University of North Florida; Campus Planning, Design ...
      • Hearing Meeting: University of North Florida; Campus Planning, Design & Construction Conference Room; Osprey Commons (Bldg 16), Suite 3200.
• Department of Health
  • Division of Environmental Health
    • Routine meeting of the Advisory Council on Radiation Protection to discuss and make recommendations on, or issues relating to, the following: radiation protection; radiation exposure and dose; national organizations and professional societies/...
      • Hearing Meeting: Hilton Garden Inn Tampa Airport Westshore, Westshore1 Room, Tampa International Airport, 5312 Avion Park Drive, Tampa, Florida 33607
• Water Management Districts
  • Northwest Florida Water Management District
    • District business. Commitment of Fiscal Year 2016-17 fund balances as required by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Statement No. 54, Adoption of the proposed millage rate and tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2017-18. All or part ...
      • Hearing Meeting: District Headquarters, 81 Water Management Drive, Havana, Florida 32333
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc.
    • FTRI Board Meeting; November 15, 2017 at 10:00 a.m.; 1820 E. Park Avenue, Suite 101, Tallahassee, FL 32301
      • Hearing Meeting: 1820 E. Park Avenue, Suite 101, Tallahassee, FL 32301
• Water Management Districts
  • St. Johns River Water Management District
    • Discussion and consideration of District business including regulatory and non-regulatory matters. Staff may recommend approval of external amendments which affect the adopted budget. NOTE: One or more Governing Board members may attend and ...
      • Hearing Meeting: District Headquarters, 4049 Reid Street (Hwy 100 West), Palatka, FL 32177
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Florida Surplus Lines Service Office
    • Quarterly Business Meeting General Business Matters; Wednesday, October 11, 2017, 9:00 a.m.; 1441 Maclay Commerce Drive Suite 200, Tallahassee, Florida 32312
      • Hearing Meeting: 1441 Maclay Commerce Drive Suite 200, Tallahassee, Florida 32312
    • The proposed 2018 Florida Surplus Lines Service Office budget.; Tuesday, October 10, 2017, 2:00 p.m.; 1441 Maclay Commerce Drive Suite 200, Tallahassee, Florida 32312
      • Hearing Meeting: 1441 Maclay Commerce Drive Suite 200, Tallahassee, Florida 32312
• State Board of Administration
  • Florida Prepaid College Board
    • The Negotiation Team will recommend contract award for Invitation to Negotiate, ITN 17-02, Customer Service and Records Administration Services for Florida ABLE, Inc.; Tuesday, September 12, 2017, beginning at 10:30AM ET. You can also dial in using ...
      • Hearing Meeting: The Hermitage Centre, Everglades Conference Room, 1801 Hermitage Blvd., Tallahassee, Florida, 32308.
• Department of Environmental Protection
  • Departmental
    • This is a Wakulla Springs Basin Management Action Plan (BMAP) public meeting to which the public is invited. This is a meeting of the Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal Systems (OSTDS) advisory committee associated with the Wakulla Springs BMAP. ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Woodville Community Center, 8000 Old Woodville Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32305
• Department of State
  • Division of Historical Resources
    • Special Category Grant Review and Ranking. The project types that will be discussed in the public meeting include Development, Acquisition, Museum Exhibit, and Archaeology. A copy of the agenda will be available by September 10, 2017.; Tuesday, ...
      • Hearing Meeting: R. A. Gray Building, Auditorium, First Floor 500 South Bronough Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0250
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • QCAusa
    • The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is holding a Westshore/West Tampa/South Tampa Community Working Groups meeting on Tuesday, September 19th at 5:30 p.m. at the Centre Club, 123 S. Westshore Boulevard, 8th Floor, Tampa, FL 33609. ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Centre Club, 8th Floor, 123 S. Westshore Blvd. Tampa, FL 33609
• Department of Transportation
  • Departmental
    • The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District One has begun Phase 2 of the Central Manatee Network Alternatives Analysis (CMNAA) Study. FDOT has partnered with the Sarasota/Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization, Manatee County, and ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Courtyard Marriott, 100 Riverfront Drive, West Bradenton, FL 34205
• Department of Business and Professional Regulation
  • Florida Real Estate Commission
    • AMENDED - Official business of Commission – topics include proposed legislation affecting Chapter 475, Part I, F.S., Chapter 61J2 rules discussion of 1.015, 2.031, 3.011, 10.026, 17.009 20.049 and 20.052 specifically and to include the Annual ...
      • Hearing Meeting: Zora Neale Hurston Building, North Tower, Suite N901, 400 West Robinson Street, Orlando, Florida 32801

4. Notices Regarding Bids, Proposals and Purchasing

• Department of Children and Families
  • Departmental
    • Department of Children and Families, Departmental
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Departmental
    • Other Agencies and Organizations, Departmental
• Department of Juvenile Justice
  • Departmental
    • Department of Juvenile Justice, Departmental
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • Daytona State College
    • Other Agencies and Organizations, Daytona State College
• Department of Environmental Protection
  • Departmental
    • Department of Environmental Protection, Departmental

5. Miscellaneous

• Agency for Health Care Administration
  • Certificate of Need
    • Agency for Health Care Administration, Certificate of Need
    • Agency for Health Care Administration, Certificate of Need
• Other Agencies and Organizations
  • City of Winter Garden
    • Other Agencies and Organizations, City of Winter Garden
• Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
  • Division of Motor Vehicles
    • Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
• Department of State
  • Departmental
    • Department of State, Departmental