- Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver (4)
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On January 06, 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, 2009 FDA Food Code, Paragraph 61C-4.010(1), Florida Administrative Code, and Paragraph 61C-4.010(6), Florida Administrative Code from Shaquira Sabor Delicias located in Orlando. The above referenced F.A.C. addresses the requirement for proper handling and dispensing of food. They are requesting to dispense bulk time/temperature control for safety foods other than frankfurters from an open air mobile food dispensing vehicle.
The Petition for this variance was published in Vol. 40/08 on January 13, 2014. The Order for this Petition was signed and approved on January 21, 2014. After a complete review of the variance request, the Division finds that the application of this Rule will create a financial hardship to the food service establishment. Furthermore, the Division finds that the Petitioner meets the burden of demonstrating that the underlying statute has been achieved by the Petitioner ensuring that each pan within the steam table is properly covered with an individual lid; the steam table is enclosed within a cabinet with tight-fitting doors, and is protected by an air curtain installed and operated according to the manufacturer’s specifications that protects against flying vermin or other environmental contaminants; all steam table foods must be properly reheated for hot holding at approved commissaries and held hot at the proper minimum temperature per the parameters of the currently adopted FDA Food Code; and steam table food is to be dispensed by the operator with no customer self-service. The Petitioner shall also strictly adhere to the operating procedures and copies of the variance and operating procedures are to be present on the MFDV during all periods of operation.
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On January 10, 2014 the Division of Hotels and Restaurants received a Petition for an Emergency Variance for Subparagraph 61C-1.004(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code and Paragraph 5-202.11(A), 2009 FDA Food Code from Cinquecento located in Miami. The above referenced F.A.C. addresses the requirement that each establishment have an approved plumbing system installed to transport potable water and wastewater. They are requesting to utilize holding tanks to provide potable water and to collect wastewater at the portable handwash sink located in the front pasta preparation area.
The Petition for this variance was published in Vol. 40/11 on January 16, 2014. The Order for this Petition was signed and approved on January 22, 2014. After a complete review of the variance request, the Division finds that the application of this Rule will create a financial hardship to the food service establishment. Furthermore, the Division finds that the Petitioner meets the burden of demonstrating that the underlying statute has been achieved by the Petitioner ensuring the wastewater holding tank for the portable handwash sink is emptied at a frequency as to not create a sanitary nuisance; and potable water provided must come from an approved source and be protected from contamination during handling. The Petitioner shall also ensure that the handwash sink is provided with hot and cold running water under pressure, soap, an approved hand drying device and a handwashing sign.
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On January 13, 2014 the Division of Hotels and Restaurants received a Petition for an Emergency Variance for Paragraph 61C-4.010(7) Florida Administrative Code and Paragraph 61C-4.010(6), Florida Administrative Code from Justin's BBQ Barn located in Miami. The above referenced F.A.C. addresses the requirement that at least one accessible bathroom be provided for use by customers. They are requesting to share the bathrooms located within an adjacent establishment under a different ownership for use by customers only.
The Petition for this variance was published in Vol. 40/11 on January 16, 2014. The Order for this Petition was signed and approved on January 22, 2014. After a complete review of the variance request, the Division finds that the application of this Rule will create a financial hardship to the food service establishment. Furthermore, the Division finds that the Petitioner meets the burden of demonstrating that the underlying statute has been achieved by the Petitioner ensuring the bathrooms located within Coin Laundy (Richard & Enid Stewart, owners) are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner and are provided with cold running water under pressure, soap, approved hand drying devices, and are available during all hours of operation. The Petitioner shall also ensure directional signage is installed within or outside the establishment clearly stating the location of the bathrooms. If the ownership of Coin Laundy (Richard & Enid Stewart, owners) changes, an updated, signed agreement for use of the bathroom facilities is required immediately.
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Permanent Variance from Rule 64E-11.007(7), Florida Administrative Code (FAC), from Titusville American legion Post 1, Inc., 1281 N. Washington Ave., FL, 32796. Rule 64E-11.007(7), FAC, requires effective control measures to be taken to protect against the entrance into the food establishment and the breeding or presence on the premises of rodents, flies, roaches and other vermin. All building must be effectively rodent-proofed, free of rodents and maintained in a rodent-proof. All openings to the outside air must be effectively protected against the entrance of flies and other flying insects by self-closing doors, windows, screening, controlled air currents or other effective means. Screening materials must be no less than 16 mesh to the inch and screens for window, doors, and other openings to the outside air must be tight fitting and free of breaks. Comments on this petition should be filed with Althea Gibson, Agency Clerk, Department of Health, Office of General Counsel, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, BIN A02, Tallahassee, Florida, 32399-1703, within 14 days of this notice.
- Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings (18)
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General Business Meeting; February 13, 2014, 8:00 a.m.; Central Florida Research Park
12424 Research Parkway, Suite 100
Orlando, FL 32826
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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 participate in the meetings by means of communications media technology.
; Tuesday, February 11, 2014; the Projects and Land Committee business meeting will begin at 9 a.m.; the Finance, Administration and Audit Committee will begin at 10 a.m. or upon conclusion of the Projects and Land Committee meeting, whichever is later; the Regulatory Committee meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m. or upon conclusion of the Finance, Administration and Audit Committee meeting, whichever is later; the Governing Board meeting will begin at 10:45 a.m. or upon the conclusion of the Regulatory Committee meeting, whichever is earlier.; District Headquarters, 4049 Reid Street (Hwy 100 West), Palatka, FL 32177.
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A public forum will be held in Highlands County area on the transportation exemption plan between Florida Hospital Lake Placid and Peace River Center in Bartow Florida. This forum is in compliance with statute 394.463. The transportation exemption plan addresses mental health individuals that are fifty-five years of age or less that will be transportated to the Peace River Center. This is open for any interested parties that would like to attend.; Thursday, February 6, 2014 at 10am to 12noon; Sebring Chamber of Commerce
227 US Hwy 27 South
Sebring, FL 33870
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FloridaNet is hosting a series of statewide listening sessions to brief first responders, public safety technologists, and government leaders on FirstNet.
The sessions will provide an overview of FloridaNet's response to FirstNet. We will gather input from all participants on developing FloridaNet's response.
February 25, 2014: 8:30 a.m. session #1 for First Responder/Public Safety; 1:00 p.m. session for Technologists
February 26, 2014: 8:30 a.m. session for Leadership/Elected Officials; 1:00 p.m. session #2 for First Responder/Public Safety; February 25, 2014, 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. and February 26, 2014, 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.; FL Dept. of Transportation, 2198 Edison Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32204
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To receive public input and conduct general business of the Community Association Living Study Council.; Friday, February 7, 2014, 10 a.m. until completion of business.; Department of Business and Professional Regulation-Professions’ Board Room, 1940 N Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida
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To receive public input and conduct general business of the Community Association Living Study Council.; Saturday, February 8, 2014, 10 a.m. until completion of business.; 400 West Robinson Street, Hurston Building-North Tower, Orlando, Florida.
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Executive Director Search Committee Meeting- 10:00 a.m.
Executive Committee- 12:30 p.m.
Full Board Committee Meeting- 1:00 p.m.
; Thursday, February 13, 2014, 10:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:00 p.m.; Palm Coast Holdings, 145 City Pl 300, Palm Coast, Florida 32164
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Ongoing Hillsborough Alliance business.; February 11, 2014, 9 a.m.; 1002 e. Palm Avenue, Tampa, Fl
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The Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council will conduct its regular Board meeting.; February 21, 2014, 9:30 a.m.; Indian River State College
Wolf High Technology Center
2400 SE Salerno Road
Stuart, Florida 34997
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FloridaNet is hosting a series of statewide listening sessions to brief first responders, public safety technologists, and government leaders on FirstNet.
The sessions will provide an overview of FloridaNet's response to FirstNet. We will gather input from all participants on developing FloridaNet's response.
February 27, 2014: 8:30 a.m. session #1 for First Responder/Public Safety; 1:00 p.m. session for Technologists
February 28, 2014: 8:30 a.m. session for Leadership/Elected Officials; 1:00 p.m. session #2 for First Responder/Public Safety; February 27, 2014, 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. and February 28, 2014, 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.; Pat Thomas Law Enforcement Academy, 85 Academy Dr., Havana, FL 32333
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FloridaNet is hosting a series of statewide listening sessions to brief first responders, public safety technologists, and government leaders on FirstNet.
The sessions will provide an overview of FloridaNet's response to FirstNet. We will gather input from all participants on developing FloridaNet's response.
March 6, 2014: 8:30 a.m. session #1 for First Responder/Public Safety; 1:00 p.m. session for Technologists
March 7, 2014: 8:30 a.m. session for Leadership/Elected Officials; 1:00 p.m. session #2 for First Responder/Public Safety; March 6, 2014, 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. and March 7, 2014, 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.; Hilton Garden, 1144 Airport Rd., Pensacola, FL 32504
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FloridaNet is hosting a series of statewide listening sessions to brief first responders, public safety technologists, and government leaders on FirstNet.
The sessions will provide an overview of FloridaNet's response to FirstNet. We will gather input from all participants on developing FloridaNet's response.
March 13, 2014: 8:30 a.m. session #1 for First Responder/Public Safety; 1:00 p.m. session for Technologists
March 14, 2014: 8:30 a.m. session for Leadership/Elected Officials; 1:00 p.m. session #2 for First Responder/Public Safety; March 13, 2014, 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. and March 14, 2014, 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.; Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, 2214 N Falkenburg Rd., Tampa, FL 33619
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FloridaNet is hosting a series of statewide listening sessions to brief first responders, public safety technologists, and government leaders on FirstNet.
The sessions will provide an overview of FloridaNet's response to FirstNet. We will gather input from all participants on developing FloridaNet's response.
March 19, 2014: 8:30 a.m. session #1 for First Responder/Public Safety; 1:00 p.m. session for Technologists
March 20, 2014: 8:30 a.m. session for Leadership/Elected Officials; 1:00 p.m. session #2 for First Responder/Public Safety; March 19, 2014, 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. and March 20, 2014, 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.; FDLE – Miami Regional Operations Center, 1030 NW 111th Avenue, Miami, FL 33172
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Financial Management No. 43219315201; Project Description: I-4 Ultimate Project.
The purpose of the meeting is for the Project Selection Committee to meet and make decisions regarding the request of 4wardPartners to change the composition of its organization on the I-4 Ultimate Project. The public meeting will utilize telephonic communications for attendance of at least one member of the Project Selection Committee. Persons interested in attending the public meeting can attend in person at the District 5 Headquarters in DeLand or by calling 888-670-3525 (conference code: 7993168355).
; Friday, February 7, 1:30 p.m.; District 5 Headquarters, 719 S. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, FL 32720.
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To conduct the regular business of the North Central Florida (District 3) Local Emergency Planning Committee.; February 20, 2014 at 10:00 a.m.; Gainesville Regional Utilities Eastside Operations Center, 4747 North Main Street, Gainesville, Florida.
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The quarterly meeting of the Wekiva River Basin Commission.; February 26, 2014, 3:00 p.m.; Wekiva Island, 1000 Miami Springs Road, Barr Education Center Meeting Room, Longwood, Florida 32779
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To discuss and make decisions on matters which affect the operation of the Commission.
Internal Affairs Agendas and Florida Public Service Commission’s contact information may be obtained from www.floridapsc.com. Persons needing ADA accommodation to participate should contact the FPSC at least five days prior to the conference via 1-800-955-8770 (Voice) or 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) Florida Relay Service.
*Changes to this notice will be published at the earliest practicable time on the Commission’s Web site.
; February 18, 2014, 9:30 a.m.
; Gerald L. Gunter Building, 2540 Shumard Oak Boulevard, Room 105, Tallahassee, Florida
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To conduct the regular business of the North Central Florida Hazardous Materials Response Team Policy Board.; February 20, 2014 at 1:15 p.m.; Gainesville Regional Utilities Eastside Operations Center, 4747 North Main Street, Gainesville, Florida.