- Notices of Development of Proposed Rules and Negotiated Rulemaking (18)
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The purpose of this rule is to provide information to apply for a Biomedical Research Grant, pursuant to the provisions of Sections 215.5602 and 381.922, Florida Statutes.
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Proposed rule updated to reflect changes to the hospice rule as currently defined in Title 59C, F.A.C.
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To provide minimum curriculum requirements for Firesafety Inspector I, Firesafety Inspector II, Fire Code Administrator, and Special Fire Safety Inspector Certification, procedures for certification examinations, and procedures for triennial renewal.
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The purpose of the proposed rule change is to allow volunteers of the Commission to take fish and wildlife under an approved volunteer program according to conditions specified for the program. The effect will be to facilitate use of volunteers in the Commission’s conservation efforts while reducing the workload of permitting staff.
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The purpose and effect of this rule development notice is to address possible rule changes for sharks and rays in the 2010 calendar year as a result of stock assessments, federal regulatory actions or other management or enforcement requirements.
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The purpose of this rule development notice is to modify the Commission’s spiny lobster rule to extend the current moratorium on the issuance of new commercial dive lobster endorsements. The proposed extension of the expiration date of the moratorium on new commercial dive permits would be from July 1, 2010 until July 1, 2015.
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The proposed rule development will update the rules to reflect changes made to Chapter 509, F.S., by Chapter 2009-195, Laws of Florida. The proposed rules will update the Hospitality Education Program grants administered by the program and school-to-career grant forms.
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he purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12-19.005, F.A.C. (Confidentiality of Reports; Disclosure of Information), is to: (1) clarify that when the Department receives a written request for a report of large currency transactions from a federal, state, or local law enforcement agency or a prosecutorial agency, the Office of Financial Regulation, or the Department of Financial Services, the Department is authorized to provide the report, or the information contained within it, to the requesting agency; (2) update the information on where these agencies may submit a written request for reports of large currency transactions that are filed with the Department; and (3) removes the provision regarding the access to reports of large currency transactions by agents or employees of the Department that is redundant of subsection 12-22.003(1), F.A.C.
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The purpose and effect are to amend the rule to implement the new requirements established by Chapter 2008-191, Laws of Florida (CS/HB 697), and related requirements established by Chapter 2009-96 (CS/CS/SB 360), Laws of Florida.
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The proposed rule development will establish universal patient authorization forms in both paper and electronic formats which may be used by a health care provider to document patient permission for the disclosure and use, in any form or medium, of an identifiable health record. The universal patient authorization forms must be accepted by a provider as valid authorization to release an identifiable health record if the form is completed according to the instructions accompanying the form. The proposed rule development will incorporate by reference a universal patient authorization form for the purpose of treatment and quality of care and a universal patient form that may be used for treatment or certain non-treatment purposes.
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The proposed rule amendment amends the vehicle language and includes some wording changes and technical changes of a non-substantive nature.
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The purpose of this Notice of Proposed Rule Development is to inform the public that the Department is developing a new rule for an exemption for real property dedicated in perpetuity for conservation. Chapter 2009-157, Laws of Florida (House Bill 7157), provided for the exemption starting January 1, 2010. This rule will address the subject matter of Rule 12DER09-16, Exemption for Real Property Dedicated in Perpetuity for Conservation, the rule that implemented the legislation beginning 2010. Such emergency rules are renewed during the pendency of procedures to adopt rules addressing the subject of the emergency rules. The effect of these actions is to inform property owners the qualifications and requirements for receive the exemption for land dedicated in perpetuity.
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The purpose of the proposed revisions to this rule is to list and adopt the proposed new and amended forms that will support the new exemption for dedicated conservation property and the classification for property subject to conservation easement. This rule will address the subject matter of Rule 12DER09-16, Exemption for Real Property Dedicated in Perpetuity for Conservation. Such emergency rules may be renewed during the pendency of procedures to adopt rules addressing the subject of the emergency rules.
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The purpose of the proposed rule development is to update the rules that govern suspension and revocation of licenses of insurance agents, customer representatives, service representatives and adjusters. The amendments include adding new regulations adopted by the Florida Legislature and deleting laws that have been repealed. The rules are also updated by increasing penalties for violating certain laws in order to reflect the Department’s experience in dealing with the frequency and severity of these violations. The purpose of other changes is to clarify the rules.
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The purpose and effect is to revise the rule to conform to current statutory requirements.
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The purpose of the proposed rule development is to implement the Agency's authority to administer the Voluntary Prekindergarten Education (VPK) Program by establishing a procedure by which VPK providers who fail to achieve minimum kindergarten readiness rates comply with Section 1002.67, F.S., and for reenrollment of VPK students.
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To clarify and update language.
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To clarify and update language.
- Proposed Rules (7)
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To formalize the emergency rules used to implement the Economic Gardening Business Loan Pilot Program
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The purpose of the proposed rule is to update this section of Chapter 40B-400, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.), to revise the Petition for a Formal Wetland and Surfacewater Determination form, and address comments from the Joint Administrative Procedures Committee (JAPC).
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The proposed amendment to Rule 59G-14.004, F.A.C., incorporates a statutory provision requiring a request for a dispute review and continuation of coverage to be filed within ten (10) working days, as opposed to calendar days, of notification of adverse action. This will permit the enrollee to continue receiving the same category of coverage or services during the course of the dispute review determination process and will give families additional time to address adverse actions affecting program eligibility.
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The proposed amendment to Rule 59G-4.220, F.A.C., incorporates by reference the revised Florida Medicaid Podiatry Services Coverage and Limitations Handbook, January 2009. The amendment to Rule 59G-4.220, F.A.C., will permit the Agency to implement revisions to the Florida Medicaid Podiatry Services Coverage and Limitations Handbook, January 2009.
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To update the curriculum requirements for board-approved massage schools.
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To update the application for licensure to add additional questions for applicants.
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To update terminology and to approve a national examination.
- Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver (8)
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a Routine Variance for subsections 61C-4.010(6), (7), Florida Administrative Code, from The Broasted Chicken Shack located in Jacksonville, FL. 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 utilize bathrooms located within another establishment located within 300 feet.
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a Routine Variance for subsections 61C-4.010(6), (7), Florida Administrative Code from Personal Touch Catering located in Winter Park. 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 utilize bathrooms located within an adjacent business for customers only.
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variance from Bishop Robert J. Baker, 18847 N. W. 282 Drive, High Springs, FL 32643, pursuant to Section 120.542, F.S. Petitioner is seeking variance from subsection 40B-4.3030(9), F.A.C., as to the zero-rise certification requirement, and paragraph 40B-4.3030(12)(b), F.A.C., as to the 75-foot setback requirement. Petitioner intends to repair existing residence and deck, located in Alachua County, in Township 8 South, Range 17 East, Section 6. These rules are intended to set forth criteria for development activities within a Work of the District. Comments on this petition should be filed with: Jon Dinges, District Clerk, SRWMD, 9225 CR 49, Live Oak, FL 32060, within 14 days of publication of this notice. The petition has been assigned ERP Number 09-0303.
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Waiver/Variance from paragraph 67-48.0010(3)(b), F.A.C., from 350 N.W., LLC. The petition is seeking a waiver to allow the interest rate on the SAIL loan to be reduced from three percent (3%) to one half of the percent (.5%), based on the pro rata share of units set aside for homeless, as per the latest SAIL rule, paragraph 67-48.010(3)(b), F.A.C. (2007).
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Variance from subparagraph 64E-13.004(6)(a)1., Florida Administrative Code, from Global Outreach Charter Academy located at 9570 Regency Square Blvd., Jacksonville, Florida. This rule requires schools to have toilet and handwashing facilities for preschool grades through grade three located within or adjoining their classrooms. It also states that common toilet facilities for both sexes shall not be allowed above the 3rd grade. Comments on this petition should be filed with: Sam Power, 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.
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The Department received a Petition on December 3, 2009 for an Emergency Variance for Subparagraph 3-305.11(A)(2), 2001 FDA Food Code, Paragraph 3-305.14, 2001 FDA Food Code, Paragraph 6-202.15, 2001 FDA Food Code, Paragraph 6-202.16, 2001 FDA Food Code, subsections 61C-4.010(1), (6), Florida Administrative Code, from Thuman’s Catering located in Fort Myers, FL. The above referenced F.A.C. addresses the requirement for proper handling and dispensing of food. They are requesting to dispense bulk potentially hazardous foods other than frankfurters from an open air mobile food dispensing vehicle.
The variance request was published in Vol. 35, No. 50, December 18, 2009 and approval is contingent upon 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 protected by an air curtain installed and operated according to 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 per the parameters of the currently adopted FDA Food Code, 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. Any violation of the variance is the equivalent of a violation of the Rule and may result in a rescission of the variance and subject the Petitioner to disciplinary sanctions as enumerated in Section 509.261, Florida Statutes.
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a waiver of Rule 11B-35.0024, F.A.C., by Santa Fe Community College. The Petitioner wishes to waive the requirement in the rule that all aspects of the CJSTC-6 CMS form be completed. The Petitioner requests a permanent waiver to cover all Defensive Tactics courses taught from May 20, 2005, to September 22, 2009. Petitioner states that its instructors met all the requirements for correctly teaching the defensive tactics courses at issue, but failed to completely fill in all aspects of the CJSTC-6 CMS forms for courses taught during the time in question.
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variance filed by Milestone Group, Inc. Nature of Rule 69A-60.004, F.A.C., adopts National Fire Protection Association Standard 101-31.3.4.1.1 (2006) edition which requires existing apartment buildings with more than three stories or with more than 11 dwelling units to be provided with a fire alarm system.
- Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings (97)
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Regular quarterly meeting of the Local Emergency Planning Committee.; Friday, January 22, 2010, 10:00 a.m.; East Central Florida Regional Planning Council Office, 309 Cranes Roost Blvd., Suite 2000, Altamonte Springs, Florida 32701
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Regular quarterly meeting of the Local Emergency Planning Committee.; Friday, January 22, 2010, 10:00 a.m.; East Central Florida Regional Planning Council Office, 309 Cranes Roost Blvd., Suite 2000, Altamonte Springs, Florida 32701
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Regular Board business.; Thursday, January 21, 2010; Friday, January 22, 2010, 9:00 a.m. or shortly thereafter; Crowne Plaza, 5555 Hazeltine National Drive, Orlando, FL 32812, (407)856-0100
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Brief Overview of the LCB Process (Annual Training Requirement); Quarterly Report and Select CTC Evaluation Subcommittee Appointment.; January 21, 2010, 10:00 a.m.; Charlotte County Transit Division Conference Room, 25490 Airport Road, Punta Gorda, Florida
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This meeting will be held to discuss the daily functions and activities of the Commission.; January 26, 2010, 9:00 a.m.; This is a telephonic meeting. Please contact Casey Snipes, Executive Assistant at (850)488-7082, ext. 1001 or casey.snipes@fchr.myflorida.com for call in information.
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North Central District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; January 21, 2010; February 18, 2010; March 18, 2010; April 15, 2010, 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. (EST); Haven Hospice, 4200 N. W. 90th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32606
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Regular Commission Meeting; Friday, January 22, 2010, 8:30 a.m.; Burns Building Auditorium, Department of Transportation, 605 Suwannee Street, Tallahassee, Florida
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To consider funding of research proposals and other business pertaining to the operation of the Institute.; January 22, 2010, 9:30 a.m.; 1855 W. Main Street, Bartow, FL 33830
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For consumer input on the effectiveness of services provided by the Florida Division of Blind Services in assisting individuals with visual impairments achieving employment and independence under title I of the Rehab Act.; Thursday, January 21, 2010, 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Crowne Plaza Jacksonville Riverfront, 1201 Riverplace Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32207
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Quarterly business meeting of the Florida Rehab Council for the Blind.; Thursday, January 21, 2010, 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.; Friday, January 22, 2010, 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.; Crowne Plaza Jacksonville Riverfront, 1201 Riverplace Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32207
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This is a monthly meeting of the Commercial Motor Vehicle Review Board for the purpose of reviewing penalties imposed upon any vehicle or persons under the provisions of Chapter 316, Florida Statutes, relating to weights imposed on the highway by the axles and wheels of motor vehicles, to special fuel and motor fuel tax compliance, or to violations of safety regulations.; January 14, 2010, 8:30 a.m.; FLorida Department of Transportation, Burns Bldg., 605 Suwannee Street, Tallahassee, FL 32303
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Conduct Council Business for administering the Myakka River as a Wild and Scenic River.; January 22, 2010, 8:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.; Lemon Bay Park, 570 Bay Park Boulevard, Englewood, FL 34223
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Regular quarterly meeting of the Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board.; January 27, 2010, 1:30 p.m.; Highlands County Veterans Administration Building, 7209 South George Boulevard, Sebring, FL 33870
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The Hearing Panel of the Education Practices Commission will consider final agency action in matters dealing with the disciplining of certified educators.; A Teacher Hearing Panel, January 15, 2010, 9:00 a.m.; Staybridge Suites, 1600 Summit Lake Drive, Tallahassee, Florida 32317, (850)219-7000
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FCN Board of Directors Meeting.; January 21, 2010, 1:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.; January 22, 2010, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; For additional information call Cathy at (407)823-0980
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Panhandle District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; January 20, 2010; February 17, 2010; March 17, 2010; April 21, 2010, 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (EST); Department of Environmental Protection, 3800 Common Wealth Blvd., Carr Bldg., Room 170, Tallahassee, FL 32303
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Matters pertaining to the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind.; Saturday January 23, 2010, 9:00 a.m.; Center for Leadership Development, Moore Hall, FSDB Campus, St. Augustine, Florida
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Mid and South Pinellas District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; January 21, 2010; February 18, 2010; March 18, 2010, 10:30 p.m. – 12:00 Noon (EST); 11351 Ulmerton Rd., Ste. 303, Largo, FL 33778
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Mid and South Pinellas District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; April 15, 2010, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (EST); Olive Garden, 10500 Ulmerton Rd., Largo, FL 33771
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South Dade and the Florida Keys District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; January 19, 2010; February 16, 2010; March 16, 2010; April 20, 2010, 12:00 Noon – 1:00 p.m. (EST); Kendall United Methodist Church, 7600 S. W. 104th Street, Miami, FL 33176
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The Projects and Land Committee will discuss agenda items, followed by committee recommendations to be approved by the full Governing Board.
NOTE: In the event a quorum of the Committee is not available for the business meeting at the date, time and place set forth above, the Committee shall meet on Tuesday, January 12, 2010, 8:00 a.m., District Headquarters, 4049 Reid Street (Hwy. 100 West), Palatka, FL 32177. One or more Governing Board members may attend and participate in the meetings by means of communications media technology.; Monday, January 11, 2010, 5:00 p.m., Projects and Land Committee Business Meeting; District Headquarters, Room 162, Executive Building, 4049 Reid Street (Hwy. 100 West), Palatka, FL 32177
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Informational workshop on Briefing on Wetland Mitigation including Mitigation Banking. NOTE: One or more Governing Board members may attend and participate in the meeting by means of communications media technology.; Monday, January 11, 2010, 1:00 p.m.
Governing Board Workshop; District Headquarters, Governing Board Room, Executive Building, 4049 Reid Street (Hwy. 100 West), Palatka, FL 32177
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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, January 12, 2010
8:30 a.m. Chairwoman’s Meeting.
9:30 a.m. Finance, Administration and Audit Committee.
10:00 a.m. Regulatory Committee.
1:00 p.m. Governing Board Meeting and Public Hearing on Land Acquisition.; District Headquarters, 4049 Reid Street (Hwy. 100 West), Palatka, FL 32177
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Regular bi-monthly meeting of the Local Emergency Planning Committee and/or it's subcommittees, to discuss the provision of the Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Program. Items pertaining to the State Emergency Response Commission and its subcommittees for training may be discussed.; January 21, 2010, 9:30 a.m.; Highlands County Fire Station, 6800 West George Boulevard, Sebring, FL 33875
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The Claims and Underwriting Committee will receive and consider reports from the Association's General Counsel, General Manager, Servicing Carrier, and such other business properly brought before the Committee.; Friday, January 22, 2010, 4:00 p.m.; Sandpearl Hotel, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
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Chairman report, Committee updates, and other organizational matters regarding the committees.; Training Subcommittee, Wednesday, January 20, 2010, 9:30 a.m.; Local Emergency Planning Committee, 10:30 a.m.; Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council, 1241 S. W. 10th Street, Ocala, FL 34471
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To conduct the regular business of the Council.; Thursday, January 21, 2010, 7:00 p.m.; Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council, 1241 S. W. 10th Street, Ocala, FL 34471-0323
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The items of discussion include, but are not limited to, Chinese drywall, new rating plan update, sinkhole binding rules, 2009 accomplishments, and inspection outreach program update.; January 19, 2010, 1:00 p.m. (EST); Conference Call: 1(866)631-2413
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Drug Policy Advisory Council; February 4, 2010, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; Conference Room 2103, The Capitol, Tallahassee, FL
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The Board of Governors will receive and consider quarterly reports from the Association’s Investment Counsel, General Counsel, Servicing Carrier, Claims Committee, General Manager, and such other business properly brought before the Board.; Saturday, January 23, 2010, 9:00 a.m.; Sandpearl Hotel, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
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The Annual Meeting of its membership will begin immediately following the Board of Governors meeting, which begins at 9:00 a.m. The Board will receive and consider yearly reports from the Association’s Chairman, Servicing Carrier, General Manager, and such other business properly brought before the Board.; Saturday, January 23, 2010, immediately following the Board meeting; Sandpearl Hotel, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
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AGENDA
Business Items
• Call to Order and Roll Call – Chair
• Approval of October 14, 2009, Meeting Summary – Chair
Meeting Items
• DEP Disciplinary Guidelines and Procedures Manual Update – Tony Gilboy
• WMIS Update (Fast Maps) – Deanna Naugler
• Water Shortage Update – Lois Sorensen
• Demonstration of DEP Contamination Site Locator Map – Dave Arnold
• Status Report on the Inland Protection Trust Fund – Ben Huss
Open Discussion
Announcements
• The Florida Ground Water Association meeting is scheduled at Hilton Garden Inn Tampa North, Temple Terrace on Friday, January 22, 2010.
• The next WDAC meeting is scheduled on April 21, 2010, 1:30 p.m., Tampa Service Office, 7601 Highway 301 North, Tampa.; January 13, 2010, 1:30 p.m.; Tampa Service Office, 7601 Highway 301 North, Tampa, FL
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General Business.; Tuesday, January 12, 2010, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.; Grand Ballroom, Hotel Duval, 415 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, FL 32301
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General Business.; Wednesday, January 13, 2010, 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.; Grand Ballroom, Hotel Duval, 415 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, FL 32301
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To conduct the regular business of the Bradford County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board.; January 12, 2010, 9:30 a.m.; Starke City Commission Meeting Room, 209 North Thompson Street, Starke, Florida
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The Trustees of the State Board of Administration on January 12, 2010, will consider the proposed amended rule and will be asked for permission to file for adoption: Rule 19-11.006, F.A.C., Enrollment Procedures for New Hires. The proposed amendments will adopt a revised form and provide updated procedures. Notice of Proposed Rule for this rule was published in F.A.W. on November 25, 2009. A rule hearing was offered for December 21, 2009, but was not held because it was not requested.; Tuesday, January 12, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – until conclusion; Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Monroe Street and Apalachee Parkway, Tallahassee, Florida
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To conduct the regular business of the Dixie County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board.; January 13, 2010, 10:30 a.m.
; Dixie County Board of County Commissioners Meeting Room, Dixie County Courthouse, 401 North Cedar Street, Cross City, Florida
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To conduct the regular business of the Gilchrist County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board.; January 13, 2010, 1:30 p.m.; Gilchrist County Board of County Commissioners Meeting Facility, 210 South Main Street, Trenton, Florida
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To conduct the regular business of the Union County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board.; January 12, 2010, 1:15 p.m.; Union County Board of County Commissioners Meeting Room, Union County Courthouse, 55 West Main Street, Lake Butler, Florida
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The purpose of this prehearing conference is to consider (1) the simplification of the issues; (2) the identification of the positions of the parties on the issues; (3) the possibility of obtaining admissions of fact and of documents which will avoid unnecessary proof; (4) the identification of the exhibits; (5) the establishment of an order of witnesses; and (6) such other matters as may aid in the disposition of the action.
HEARING
DATE AND TIME: Thursday, February 11, 2010, 9:30 a.m.
PLACE: Betty Easley Conference Center, Room 148, 4075 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee, Florida
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: The purpose of this hearing is to permit parties to present testimony and exhibits relative to the proceeding, and for such other purposes as the Commission may deem appropriate. All witnesses shall be subject to cross-examination at the conclusion of their testimony on the issues identified by the parties at the prehearing conference held on Monday, January 25, 2010.
EMERGENCY CANCELLATION OF HEARING: If settlement of the case or a named storm or other disaster requires cancellation of the proceedings, Commission staff will attempt to give timely direct notice to the parties. Notice of cancellation will also be provided on the Commission’s website (http://www.psc.state.fl.us/) under the Hot Topics link found on the home page. Cancellation can also be confirmed by calling: Office of the General Counsel at (850)413-6199.; Docket No. 080631-TP – Petition for Commission to intervene, investigate and mediate dispute between DSL Internet Corporation d/b/a DSLi and BellSouth Telecommunications, Inc.
PREHEARING CONFERENCE
Monday, January 25, 2010, 3:00 p.m.
; Betty Easley Conference Center, Room 148, 4075 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee, Florida
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The meeting agenda will consist of approval of minutes of the State Board meeting held November 11, 2009, and updates on various reports and status of education initiatives by the Chairman and Commissioner. Items for consideration include action relating to the following rules: Rule 6A-1.099811, F.A.C., Differentiated Accountability State System of School Improvement; Rule 6A-1.0081, F.A.C., Charter School and Charter Technical Career Center Monthly Financial Statements and Financial Conditions; Repeal of Rule 6A-1.0421, F.A.C., Temporary Inability of Superintendent of Schools to Perform the Duties of Office; Repeal of Rule 6A-1.0691, F.A.C., Procedures for Appealing a District School Board Decision; Rule 6A-1.09514, F.A.C., Excused Absences for Religious Instruction or Holiday; Rule 6A-1.0956, F.A.C., Suspension on the Basis of Felony Charges; Repeal of Rule 6A-10.0312, F.A.C., Minimum Standards of College-Level Communication and Computations Skills; Repeal of Rule 6A-10.0314, F.A.C., Applications of College-Level Communication and Computation Skills in State Universities and Community Colleges; Repeal of Rule 6A-10.0317, F.A.C., Participation in the College-Level Communication and Computation Skills Testing Program by Nonpublic Postsecondary Institutions; and Rule 6A-14.064, F.A.C., College Credit Dual Enrollment. Other items for consideration include: Approval of Class Size Calculation; Approval of Gold Standard Career Pathways Industry Certification to AAS/AS Degree Statewide Articulation Agreements; Approval of Request by Lake City Community College Board of Trustees to Rename the College “Florida Gateway College”; Approval of Request by Central Florida Community College Board of Trustees to Rename the College “College of Central Florida”; Approval of Request by Miami-Dade College to Change Degree Designation For its BAS in Electronics Engineering Technology to a Bachelor of Science; Charter School Appeals: Taylor Peace Academy vs. Hillsborough County School Board, Journey Elementary School vs. Indian River County School Board, Imagine Schools at South Indian River vs. Indian River County School Board, Manatee Charter School vs. Manatee County School Board, and Padah’s Academy vs. Hillsborough County School Board; Consideration of Baccalaureate Degree Proposals: Pensacola Junior College, BAS in Supervision and Administration and BS in Nursing; State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota, BS in Early Childhood Education, Birth to Age 4, BAS in Health Services Administration, BAS in Public Safety Administration/Homeland Security, and BAS in Energy Technology; Edison State College, BAS in Cardiopulmonary Sciences, BS in Middle Grades Math Education, Middles Grades Science Education, and Middle Grades Language Arts Education, and BAS in Health Sciences w/optional concentration in Physician’s Assistant; Daytona State College, BAS in Engineering Technology; and Central Florida Community College, BAS in Business and Organizational Management; and Adoption of a Resolution Extending the Division of Bond Finance’s Authority to Issue State Board of Education Public Education Capital Outlay Bonds through Negotiated Sale and Authorizing the Issuance of Public Education Capital Outlay Bonds as Taxable Bonds. The Presentation to be provided will be an Overview of Race to the Top as Submitted. The Policy Issues for Concurrence will include: K-6 Test Re-Development/Cut Scores; Key Components of a Healthy Environment for Students; Aligning Elementary and Middle School Accountability to High School Accountability; and High School Graduation – Raising the Required Score on FCAT to Earn a High School Diploma.; January 19, 2010, 10:00 a.m.; Tampa Airport Marriott, 4200 George J. Bean Parkway, Duval Meeting Room, Tampa, Florida
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E911 Board Meeting scheduled to discuss monthly Board business and draft the 2009 Annual Report to the Governor and Legislature.
Following the Wednesday, January 13, 2010 Board meeting Legislative Task Force Committee scheduled to meet to discuss legislative issues regarding prepaid wireless 911 fee collection and other remittances where 2 or more Board members will participate. This Committee meeting will not be available via telephone conference.; January 13-15, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – until conclusion of business; Renaissance Hotel at World Golf Village, 500 South Legacy Trail, St. Augustine, FL
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Although this meeting is open to the public, the Probable Cause Panel meeting may be closed consistent with law. Any public portions of the Probable Cause Panel meeting may be accessed by dialing 1(866)895-8146; participant code 30295716. If you wish to participate in any public portion of the Probable Cause Panel Meeting, please contact Shannon McCoy at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.; Tuesday, January 12, 2010, 1:00 p.m.; Florida Board of Professional Engineers, 2507 Callaway Road, Suite 200, Tallahassee, Florida 32303
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Board Meeting – to consider District business, and conduct public hearings on regulatory and land acquisition matters. A workshop will follow the Board meeting.; January 12, 2010, 9:00 a.m.; District Headquarters, 9225 CR 49, Live Oak, FL
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Educational Review Committee meeting. Review applications for licensure and other general business of the Board.; Wednesday, January 13, 2010, 8:30 a.m.; Florida Board of Professional Engineers, 2507 Callaway Road, Suite 200, Tallahassee, Florida 32303
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To act on recommendations from the Educational Advisory Committee to approve or deny applications for licensure and any old or new business of the Board.; Friday, January 22, 2010, 10:00 a.m.; Florida Board of Professional Engineers, 2507 Callaway Road, Suite 200, Tallahassee, Florida 32303, Conference Call: 1(866)895-8146, Passcode: 30295716
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To discuss and make decisions on matters which affect the operation of the Commission.; *January 25, 2010, 9:30 a.m.; Betty Easley Conference Center, 4075 Esplanade Way, Conference Room 140, Tallahassee, Florida
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To consider those matters ready for decision.
LEGAL AUTHORITY AND JURISDICTION: Chapters 120, 350, 364, 366, and 367, F.S.
Persons who may be affected by Commission action on certain items on the conference agenda may be allowed to address the Commission, either informally or by oral argument, when those items are taken up for discussion at the conference, pursuant to Rules 25 22.0021 and 25 22.0022, F.A.C.; January 26, 2010, 9:30 a.m.; Betty Easley Conference Center, Joseph P. Cresse Hearing Room 148, 4075 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee, Florida
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To consider and make a decision regarding the petition for increase in rates by Progress Energy Florida, Inc. in Docket No.: 090079-EI, and petition for limited proceeding to include Bartow repowering project in base rates, by Progress Energy Florida, Inc. in Docket No.: 090144-EI.
LEGAL AUTHORITY AND JURISDICTION: Chapters 120, 350 and 367, F.S.; January 28, 2010, 9:30 a.m.; Betty Easley Conference Center, Joseph P. Cresse Hearing Room 148, 4075 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee, Florida
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The SWFRPC Nominations Committee will hold a conference call to discuss nominations for the 2010 SWFRPC Officers.; Thursday, January 21, 2010, 10:00 a.m.; Collier County Board of County Commissioners, Commissioner James Coletta Office, 3301 Tamiami Trail East, Bldg. F, Naples, FL 34112
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To consider and make a decision regarding the petition for increase in rates by Florida Power & Light Company in Docket No.: 080677-EI and the 2009 depreciation and dismantlement study by Florida Power & Light Company in Docket No.: 090130-EI.
LEGAL AUTHORITY AND JURISDICTION: Chapters 120, 350 and 367, F.S.; January 29, 2010, 1:00 p.m.; Betty Easley Conference Center, Joseph P. Cresse Hearing Room 148, 4075 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee, Florida
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This is the initial meeting of the Chief Financial Officer’s Advisory Council on State Risk Management. The meeting will cover the introduction of the new board members and its chairperson, the responsibilities of the Board and future scheduled meetings, the presentation by Division of Risk Management staff of a program overview of the current organization and operations of the State Risk Management Program, including an overview of current program challenges, proposed legislation, and performance metrics.; Tuesday, January 19, 2010, 10:30 am.; Office of the Chief Financial Officer, The Capitol, Conference Room P-11, Tallahassee, Florida
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To conduct the regular business of the Executive/Budget Committee.; Monday, February 8, 2010, 9:00 a.m.; 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd., #100, Pinellas Park, FL 33782
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To conduct the regular business of the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council.; Monday, February 8, 2010, 10:00 a.m.; 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd., #100, Pinellas Park, FL 33782
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To conduct the regular business of the Legislative Committee.; Monday, February 8, 2010, 11:30 a.m.; 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd., #100, Pinellas Park, FL 33782
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To conduct the regular business of the Agency on Bay Management.; Thursday, February 11, 2010, 9:00 a.m.; 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd., #100, Pinellas Park, FL 33782
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To conduct the regular busines of the Clearinghouse Review Committee.; Monday, February 22, 2010, 9:30 a.m.; 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd., #100, Pinellas Park, FL 33782
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To discuss and implement provisions of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) pertaining to facilities with hazardous materials within the Florida LEPC District VIII.; Wednesday, February 24, 2010, 10:30 a.m.; Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd., Suite 100, Pinellas Park, FL 33782-6136
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Hotels and Restaurants Advisory Council annual meeting.; January 21, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. or until business is complete; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 9225046#
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Application to culture microalgae.; Friday, January 22, 2010, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon; Division of Aquaculture, 1203 Governor’s Square Boulevard, Suite 501, Tallahassee, FL 32301
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The Friends of Florida Main Street Board will hold a meeting followed by a workshop facilitated by Jeannette Peters, a certified consultant. This workshop will establish marketing and funding goals and objectives for Friends of Florida Main Street.; January 22, 2010, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; Community Redevelopment Agency, 320 East Monument Avenue, Kissimmee, Florida 34741
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The Probable Cause Panel will meet to conduct hearings on disciplinary matters. These meetings are closed to the public; however, there may be cases where probable cause was previously found which are to be reconsidered. This is a public meeting. The Board will meet to consider enforcement proceedings including consideration of investigation officers’ reports, rules, and other general business. This is a public meeting.; Thursday, February 4, 2010, Probable Cause, 9:00 a.m. – until all business is concluded; Thursday, February 4, 2010, Board meeting, 1:00 p.m. – until all business is concluded; Friday, February 5, 2010, Board meeting, 9:00 a.m. – until all business is concluded; Marriott Tampa Airport, Tampa International Airport, Tampa, FL 33607
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The Avon Park Air Force Range and the Central Florida Regional Planning Council will hold a public workshop to discuss the Joint Land Use Study (JLUS) currently underway. The workshop will have an open house format. Displays will open at 6:00 p.m., with a presentation at 6:30 p.m. and a question and answer period following. The presentation will cover the military, archeological, environmental, ranching and recreational programs and the purpose and progress of the JLUS study.; January 28, 2010, 6:00 p.m.; Okeechobee County Civic Center, 1750 Highway 98 North, Okeechobee, FL 34972
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To conduct a meeting of the Corporation’s State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program Review Committee. The purpose of these Review Committee Meetings is to consider SHIP related matters and approve New and Amended Local Housing Assistance Plans submitted by any of the 67 counties or entitlement municipalities participating in the SHIP Program.; Wednesdays, January 2010 through December 31, 2010, 2:00 p.m. (No meeting will be held on holidays or during such time when there are no plans for review.); Florida Housing Finance Corporation, 227 North Bronough Street, 5th Floor, Conference Room, Tallahassee, Florida 32301-1329
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The purpose of this workshop is to discuss the recent changes made by the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission that will need to be implemented in Florida, which include reducing the weakfish recreational bag limit from 4-fish to 1-fish and reducing commercial weakfish take to 100 pounds per trip. In addition, based on genetic analyses, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is considering modifying Florida’s weakfish management area to include only Nassau and Duval counties (with the Southernmost point on the St. Johns being the Buckman bridge). Inside this area all weakfish-like fish would be considered weakfish and outside this area all weakfish-like fish would be considered sand seatrout, which are unregulated.; January 27, 2010, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.; Regency Square Regional Library, Room A, 9900 Regency Square Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32225
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The Avon Park Air Force Range and the Central Florida Regional Planning Council will hold a public workshop to discuss the Joint Land Use Study (JLUS) currently underway. The workshop will have an open house format. Displays will open at 6:00 p.m, with a presentation at 6:30 p.m. and a question and answer period following. The presentation will cover the military, archeological, environmental, ranching and recreational programs and the purpose and progress of the JLUS study.; January 19, 2010, 6:00 p.m.; Kenansville Community Center, 1150 South Canoe Creek Road, Kenansville, FL 34739
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The Avon Park Air Force Range and the Central Florida Regional Planning Council will hold a public workshop to discuss the Joint Land Use Study (JLUS) currently underway. The workshop will have an open house format. Displays will open at 6:00 p.m., with a presentation at 6:30 p.m. and a question and answer period following. The presentation will cover the military, archeological, environmental, ranching and recreational programs and the purpose and progress of the JLUS study.; January 14, 2010, 6:00 p.m.; Sebring Civic Center, 355 West Center Avenue, Sebring, FL 33870
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The Avon Park Air Force Range and the Central Florida Regional Planning Council will hold a public workshop to discuss the Joint Land Use Study (JLUS) currently underway. The workshop will have an open house format. Displays will open at 6:00 p.m., with a presentation at 6:30 p.m. and a question and answer period following. The presentation will cover the military, archeological, environmental, ranching and recreational programs and the purpose and progress of the JLUS study.; January 12, 2010, 6:00 p.m.; Frostproof Woman’s Club, 75 North Lake Reedy Boulevard, Frostproof, FL 33843
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Evaluations for the FY 09-10 Florida’s Wildlife Legacy Initiative’s General Grant proposals.; January 20, 2010, 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Farris Bryant Building, Room 272, 620 South Meridian Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1600. Communications Media Technology will be used via video conferencing at the Florida Fish and Wildlife Research Institute, 100 Eighth Avenue, S. E., St. Petersburg, Florida 33701-5095. Public should attend at the Tallahassee location.
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To conduct a private meeting to review cases to determine probable cause and to conduct a public meeting to review cases where probable cause was previously found.
All or part of this meeting may be conducted as a teleconference in order to permit maximum participation of the Commission members or its counsel.; Thursday, January 21, 2010, 9:00 a.m. or the soonest thereafter (Portions of the probable cause proceedings are not open to the public.); Zora Neale Hurston Building, North Tower, Suite 901N, 400 West Robinson Street, Orlando, Florida 32801
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January 28, 2010, 9:00 a.m.: General Business including disciplinary cases, if times allows to be followed by General Business discussion items – architect profession, interior design profession, rules, and reports.
January 29, 2010, 9:00 a.m.: General Business discussion items – architecture profession, interior design profession, rules, reports, and application reviews.; January 28-29, 2010, 9:00 a.m.; Hilton St. Augustine Historic Bayfront, 32 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, Florida 32084, (904)829-2277
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Official business of Commission – among topics included, but not limited to, are proposed legislation affecting Chapter 475, Part I, F.S., rule development workshops, Florida Administrative Code 61J2 rule amendments, budget discussions, escrow disbursement requests, recovery fund claims, education issues, petitions for declaratory statement, petitions for rule variance/waiver, and disciplinary actions.
All or part of this meeting may be conducted as a teleconference in order to permit maximum participation of the Commission members or its counsel.; Tuesday, January 19, 2010; Wednesday, January 20, 2010, 8:30 a.m.; Division of Real Estate, Conference Room N901, North Tower, 400 West Robinson Street, Orlando, Florida 32801
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The Board will discuss general Board business.; January 19, 2010, 10:00 a.m. or soon thereafter; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Code: 5642037#
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The Florida Public Service Commission will conduct a workshop to discuss the Commission’s policy on water and wastewater acquisition adjustments as set forth in Rule 25-30.0371, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.), Acquisition Adjustments. Undocketed.; January 27, 2010, 9:30 a.m.; Betty Easley Conference Center, Room 148, 4075 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee, Florida
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To discuss standards of practice for physicians practicing in pain management clinics subject to the provisions of SB 462. Please check the Board Web Site at www.flhealthsource.com for cancellations or changes to meeting dates or call: Board of Medicine at (850)245-4131 for information.; Saturday, January 23, 2010, 9:00 a.m.; Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore, 2225 North Lois Avenue, Tampa, FL 33607. Hotel phone #: (813)877-6688
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Business before the Claims Committee.; January 27, 2010, 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.; Conference Call: 1(888)302-3367
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Awards and Recognition Task Force.
DATE AND TIME: January 13, 2010, 10:00 a.m.
PLACE: Please call (850)414-3300 for instructions on participation
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: Annual Report Committee.
DATE AND TIME: January 13, 2010, 11:00 a.m.
PLACE: Please call (850)414-3300 for instructions on participation
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: Legislative Committee.
DATE AND TIME: January 14, 2010, 9:00 a.m.
PLACE: Please call (850)414-3300 for instructions on participation
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: Finance/Budget Committee
DATE AND TIME: January 20, 2010, 10:00 a.m.
PLACE: Please call (850)414-3300 for instructions on participation
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: Women's Hall of Fame Committee.
DATE AND TIME: January 21, 2010, 10:00 a.m.
PLACE: Please call (850)414-3300 for instructions on participation
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: Executive Committee.
DATE AND TIME: January 28, 2010, 10:00 a.m.
PLACE: Please call (850)414-3300 for instructions on participation
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: Public Outreach Task Force.
DATE AND TIME: January 28, 2010, 11:00 a.m.
PLACE: Please call (850)414-3300 for instructions on participation
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: FCSW Foundation.
NOTE: In the absence of quorum, items on this agenda will be discussed as workshop, and notes will be recorded although no formal action will be taken. If you have any questions, please call (850)414-3300.; January 12, 2010, 11:00 a.m.; Please call (850)414-3300 for instructions on participation
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The design and content of an accessibility video designed for law enforcement education and the accompanying educational manual.; January 12, 2010, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (EST); This meeting will be accessible through teleconference and streaming CART Toll-Free Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 5221678031#. Computer-assisted real-time translation (CART) services will be provided remotely via the following weblink: http://www. streamtext.net/text.aspx?event=FCCDHH
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The purpose of this teleconference is how to enhance of the Council’s mission of Information, Education and Advocacy regarding current education, medicine and outreach innovations and opportunities available to persons who are deaf, hard of hearing or deaf-blind.; January 13, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. (EST); This meeting will be accessible through teleconference and streaming CART Toll-Free Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 5221678031#. Computer-assisted real-time translation (CART) services will be provided remotely via the following weblink: http://www. streamtext.net/text.aspx?event=FCCDHH
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The legal accessibility video being produced to further accessibility in law enforcement arenas for persons who are deaf, hard of hearing and/or deaf-blind, and the accompanying instruction manual. Since this is a working meeting, public participation will not be invited.; January 19, 2010, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; This meeting will be accessible through teleconference and streaming CART Toll-Free Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 522167803#. Computer-assisted real-time translation (CART) services will be provided remotely via the following weblink: http://www. streamtext.net/text.aspx?event=FCCDHH
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The subject of the meeting will be in furtherance of the Council’s mission of Information, Education and Advocacy regarding current technology and innovations available to persons who are deaf, hard of hearing or deaf-blind.; January 22, 2010, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. (EST); This meeting will be accessible through teleconference and streaming CART Toll-Free Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 5221678031#. Computer-assisted real-time translation (CART) services will be provided remotely via the following weblink: http://www.streamtext.net/text.aspx?event=FCCDHH
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West Central District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; February 19, 2010; March 19, 2010; April 16, 2010, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (EST) (NOTE: The above mentioned meeting dates have changed from what was previously submitted for publication in the F.A.W., Vol. 35, No. 32, December 31, 2009.); First Presbyterian Church of Brandon, 121 Carver Ave., Room D, Brandon, FL 33510
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To enhance communication among the Chief Information Officers of all state agencies and assist in identifying critical statewide information technology issues.; Tuesday, January 12, 2010, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.; Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Bryant Bldg., 620 South Meridian Street, Room G52C, Tallahassee, FL 32399
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To enhance communication among the Chief Information Officers of all state agencies and assist in identifying critical statewide information technology issues.; Tuesday, January 19, 2010, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon; Betty Easley Conference Center, Room 152, 4075 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0850
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The Department of Transportation announces a Steering Committee Meeting to gather input for the 2060 Florida Transportation Plan and we invite your participation in this important process.
When the specific meeting location is confirmed (as well as exact meeting times), this information will be posted on the FTP website at www.2060ftp.org.
The Florida Transportation Plan establishes long range goals that will provide a policy framework for expenditure of federal and state transportation funds in Florida. The Florida Department of Transportation is updating this Plan to respond to new trends and challenges to meet the future mobility needs of Florida’s residents, visitors, and businesses.
; January 25, 2010, 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.; January 26, 2010, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon; Orlando, Florida
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The Commission will convene for the purpose of the regularly scheduled meeting of the Florida Citrus Commission. The Commission will address issues pertaining to budget items and revisions, contracts, advertising programs, program evaluation measurements, licensing, rulemaking, and other matters addressed during regular meetings of the Commission. In addition, the Advertising Agency Evaluation Committee will meet on January 19, 2010, to hear and rank presentations from three advertising agency finalists. The Committee will then make a recommendation to the Commission for an advertising agency of record.; Tuesday and Wednesday, January 19-20, 2010, 9:00 a.m.; Florida Department of Citrus, 605 E. Main Street, Bartow, Florida 33830
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To provide centralized, coordinated communication and feedback across state entities regarding enterprise Information Technology initiatives.; Thursday, January 21, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.; R. A. Gray Building Auditorium, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FL
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Grant Committee Meeting (scheduled April 20, 2010, 2:00 p.m.)
DATES AND TIME: May 19-20, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – until conclusion of business
PLACE: Doubletree Hotel Tampa Westshore Airport, 4500 West Cypress Street, Tampa, FL
; E911 Board Meetings:
DATE AND TIME: January 28, 2010, 2:00 p.m. – until conclusion of business
PLACE: Tallahassee, FL. Conference Code: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code 4149636
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: To discuss issues related to the 2009 Annual Report to the Governor and Legislature).
DATE AND TIME: February 11, 2010, 2:00 p.m. – until conclusion of business
PLACE: Tallahassee, FL. Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code 4149636
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: To discuss issues related to the 2009 Annual Report to the Governor and Legislature.
DATES AND TIME: February 17-18, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – until conclusion of busines
PLACE: Dadeland Marriott, 9090 South Dadeland Boulevard, Miami, FL
DATES AND TIME: March 16-18, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – until conclusion of business
PLACE: Homewood Suites, 2987 Apalachee Parkway, Tallahassee, FL
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: Grant Committee Meeting scheduled March 16th starting at 2:00 p.m. until conclusion of business.
DATES AND TIME: April 20-22, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – until conclusion of business; Homewood Suites, 2987 Apalachee Parkway, Tallahassee, FL
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The Tampa Bay Area Regional Transportation Authority (TBARTA) announces its monthly calendar of meetings. The TBARTA Board and its advisory committees will meet to discuss the implementation of regional transportation solutions.
The TBARTA Board
DATE AND TIME: Friday, January 22, 2010, 9:30 a.m.
PLACE: Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District Seven Office, 11201 N. McKinley Drive, Tampa, FL
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: The purpose of the meeting is to discuss implementing a comprehensive Regional Transportation Master Plan for Citrus, Hernando, Hillsborough, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, and Sarasota Counties.
The Transit Management Committee (TMC)
DATE AND TIME: Wednesday, January 13, 2010, 10:00 a.m.
PLACE: Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District Seven Office, 11201 N. McKinley Drive, Tampa, FL
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: Consisting of representatives of the region’s transit and transportation agencies, this group advises the Board on implementation of the Master Plan.
The Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC)
DATE AND TIME: Wednesday, January 13, 2010, 1:30 p.m.
PLACE: Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District Seven Office, 11201 N. McKinley Drive, Tampa, FL
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: This group of volunteers provides region-oriented advice to the Board from a citizen’s perspective.
Additional Board subcommittee meetings will be noticed on the TBARTA website. All meetings of the TBARTA Board and its advisory committees are open to the public. These meetings are being conducted pursuant to Section 120.525, F.S., and Title VI and Title VIII of the United States Civil Rights Acts of 1964 and 1968.
; Friday, January 22, 2010, 9:30 a.m.; Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District Seven Office, 11201 N. McKinley Drive, Tampa, FL
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The Enhanced Benefits Panel will discuss issues related to the technical aspects of the Enhanced Benefits program, under Medicaid Reform.; January 22, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.; 2727 Mahan Drive, Building 3, Conference Room C, Tallahassee, FL 32308
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Discussion of the addition of Zirgan, to be added to the TOPA formulary.; Friday, January 15, 2010, 3:00 p.m.; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 9849329103#. Department of Health, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C07, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3257.
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This is the second meeting of the Statewide Task Force on Human Trafficking Meeting, which was created during the 2009 legislative session.; January 25, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Access Code: 4871987#
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Regular Agenda items for presentation to Board of Supervisors: District Projects, Nursery BMP Lab & MIL Lab reports.; Thursday, January 21, 2010, 9:30 a.m.; USDA Service Center, 1450 N. Krome Ave., Suite 104, Florida City, FL 33034
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A Public Meeting of the Water Resources Advisory Commission (WRAC) regarding Adaptive Protocols and the Lake Okeechobee Water Regulation Schedule 2008 (LORS, 2008).; January 21, 2010, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; SFWMD, Building B-1, Auditorium, 3301 Gun Club Rd., West Palm Beach, FL 33406
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The Florida Energy and Climate Commission (Commission) will hold a meeting to hear presentations on energy and climate change, discuss and consider mechanisms for implementing the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Spending Plan, and other Commission business.; Friday, January 15, 2010, 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.; Toni Jennings Room, 110 Senate Office Building, 404 South Monroe Street, Tallahassee, FL. Staff will conduct the conference call from the Toni Jennings Room, 110 Senate Office Building, where members of the public are invited to attend. Members of the public are also invited to listen to the call, but due to noise considerations are asked to dial-in from a land line and keep their phone lines muted until the public comment section of the agenda. The dial-in number is 1(866)233-5216, Conference Code: 5654699#.
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Consideration of changes to proposed rule 40D-80.075, F.A.C., describing the recovery strategy for proposed rule amendments to 40D-8.041 establishing minimum flows for the Lower Alafia River. These proposed rule amendments were noticed in the September 25, 2009, (Vol. 35, No. 38), Florida Administrative Weekly.; January 26, 2010, during a regular meeting of the Governing Board, 9:00 a.m.; Brooksville Headquartets, 2379 Broad Street, Brooksville, Florida 34606-6899
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Regular scheduled meeting of the Governor and Cabinet
The State Board of Administration will take action on matters duly presented on its agenda, which may include such matters as Executive Director’s reports; approval of fiscal sufficiency of state bond issues; approval of sale of local bonds at an interest rate in excess of statutory interest rate limitation; report on investment performance; designation of banks as depositories for state funds; adoption of rules and regulations; investment of state funds pursuant to Chapter 215, F.S.; and consideration of other matters within its authority pursuant to Chapters 215 and 344, F.S., and Section 16 of Article IX of the Florida Constitution of 1885, as continued by subsection 9(c) of Article XII of the Florida Constitution of 1968. The Division of Bond Finance of the State Board of Administration will take action on matters duly presented on its agenda, which will deal with the issuance of State bonds, arbitrage compliance and related matters.
The Financial Services Commission will take action on matters duly presented on its agenda which may include, but not be limited to, matters relating to rulemaking for all activities concerning insurers and other risk bearing entities, including licensing, rates, policy forms, market conduct, claims, adjusters, issuance of certificates of authority, solvency, viatical settlements, premium financing, and administrative supervision, as provided under the Insurance Code or Chapter 636, F.S., and for all activities relating to the regulation of banks, credit unions, other financial institutions, finance companies, and the securities industry.
The Department of Veterans’ Affairs will take action on matters duly presented on its agenda which may include the administration of the Department as well as actions taken to further the Department’s mission of providing assistance to veterans and their dependents, pursuant to Section 292.05, F.S.
The Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles will take action on matters duly presented on its agenda, which may include such matters as approval of agency policies, taking agency action with regard to administrative procedure matters, and considering other matters within its authority pursuant to Florida Statutes.
The Department of Law Enforcement will take action on matters duly presented on its agenda which may include but not be limited to such matters as transfer of agency funds or positions, formulation of Departmental Rules, administrative procedure matters, submittal of reports as required, enter into contracts as authorized and to consider other matters within its authority pursuant to Chapters 20, 23, 120 and 943, F.S.
The Department of Revenue will act on matters duly presented on its agenda which may include approval of rules, legislative concept proposals, contracts over $100,000, Departmental budgets, taking final action on formal and informal hearings under Chapter 120, F.S., and consideration of other matters within its authority.
The Department of Education will finalize agency action on the business of the Florida Department of Education.
The Administration Commission will take action on matters duly presented on its agenda which may include such matters as to create or transfer agency funds or positions, approve Career Service rules, administrative procedure matters, environmental matters arising under Chapter 380, F.S., comprehensive planning issues pursuant to Section 163.3184, F.S., determine sheriffs’ budget matters, and consider other matters within its authority pursuant to Chapters 110, 215 and 216, F.S.
The Florida Land and Water Adjudicatory Commission will take action on matters duly presented on its agenda including appeals of local government development orders in areas of critical state concern or of developments of regional impact under Section 380.07, F.S.; and review of water management matters under Chapter 373, F.S. The Commission will also review Department of Environmental Protection’s rules and orders which, prior to July 1, 1993, the Governor and Cabinet, sitting as the head of the Department of Natural Resources, had authority to issue or promulgate.
The Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund will take action on matters duly presented on its agenda which may include such matters as mineral leases or sales, state or sovereign land leases, sales, exchanges, dedications, and easements, Conservation and Recreation Lands (CARL) and other land purchases; land planning matters and other matters within its authority. Additionally, the Board will take action on matters presented by the Marine Fisheries Commission as set forth in Sections 370.025, 370.026 and 370.027, F.S., and matters pertaining to the Office of Greenways Management, the Office responsible for the management of lands which formerly fell within the Cross Florida Barge Canal project corridor.
The Department of Environmental Protection, while not a Cabinet agency, will present for consideration on its agenda those matters required by law to be reviewed by the Governor and Cabinet and those pertaining to the siting of power plants, electric and natural gas transmission lines and hazardous waste facilities; coastal zone management consistency and standards adopted by the Environmental Regulation Commission.
A copy of any of the above agendas (when applicable) may be obtained by contacting each agency.
Accommodations can be made for persons with disabilities provided several days’ notification is received. Please notify the Governor’s Cabinet Office, (850)488-5152.
The Governor and Cabinet will proceed through each agenda, item by item, in the order given above.
CABINET AIDES BRIEFING: On the Wednesday of the week prior to the above meeting, there will be a meeting of the aides to the Governor and Cabinet Members at 9:00 a.m., Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida. The purpose of this briefing is to review and gather information regarding each agenda to be considered by the Governor and Cabinet.
; January 26, 2010, 9:00 a.m.; Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida
- Notices of Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Declaratory Stat (5)
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Exxon Mobil Corporation; The Department dismissed the Petition for the following reasons: a) a declaratory statement is not an appropriate mechanism for evaluation of past actions; b) Petitioner’s request is for a broad statement of policy that is not appropriate for a declaratory statement; c) declaratory statements cannot determine constitutional issues; d) Section 501.204(2), Florida Statutes, does not require that the Department defer to or provide an interpretation of the Federal Trade Commission Report cited by Petitioner; and e) a hearing pursuant to Section 120.57(1), Florida Statutes, is not appropriate for declaratory statements as the burden is on the Petitioner to adequately set out its particular circumstances in seeking a declaratory statement.
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George Mitchell, Petitioner, In Re: Harbour Royale Condominium Association, Inc., Docket No. 2009065182.; Whether Harbour Royale Condominium Association, Inc. may continue to follow its bylaws, which adopt alternate election procedures, under Section 718.112(1)(d), Florida Statutes, and Rule 61B-23.0021, Florida Administrative Code.
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Andrew Foley, Petitioner, In Re: Orange Blossom Tower Condominium Association, Inc., Docket No. 2009065188 on December 17, 2009.; Whether the developer of Orange Blossom Tower Condominium retained the right to lease parking spaces under the declaration and Sections 718.106 and 718.107, Florida Statutes, after it sold all of its units.
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Tim Johnson, Principal, on behalf of SnappBatt, on November 20, 2009.; The Petitioner asks whether the Petitioner’s product, designed to elevate roof tiles to create a space between the tile and underlayment, is within the scope of Chapter 9B-72, F.A.C. It has been assigned the number DCA09-DEC-375.
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Dr. A. Sagman, DC, on behalf of Miramar Medical Center, Inc.; The Petition asks the Board whether electrical modalities can be used by a massage therapist without supervision.
- Miscellaneous (11)
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Department of Environmental Protection, Office of the Secretary
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Department of Environmental Protection, Office of the Secretary
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Department of Community Affairs, Division of Community Planning
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Department of Community Affairs, Division of Community Planning
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Department of Juvenile Justice, Departmental
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Department of Health, Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
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Department of Community Affairs, Division of Community Planning
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Department of Community Affairs, Departmental
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Department of Legal Affairs, Division of Victim Services and Criminal Justice Programs
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Water Management Districts, South Florida Water Management District
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Department of Financial Services, FSC - Financial Institution Regulation