• Notices of Development of Proposed Rules and Negotiated Rulemaking (9)
  • Incorporating new form for Processor Statistics reporting based on amended rule.
  • The Department intends to amend Rule 65C-16.013, Determination of Maintenance Subsidy Payments, to delete unnecessary and confusing language.
  • The purpose and effect of the proposed amendments to rules in Chapter 40C-8, F.A.C., will be to: (1) adopt minimum flows or water levels for the following Outstanding Florida Springs, as defined in subsection 373.802(4), F.S., and required by subsection 373.042(2), F.S.: Alexander Springs in Lake County, De Leon Springs in Volusia County, Gemini Springs in Volusia County, Silver Glen Springs in Marion/Lake Counties, and Silver Springs in Marion County; (2) amend the minimum water levels for Lake Cowpen in Putnam County; (3) adopt minimum flows or water levels for Alexander Springs Creek in Lake County and Silver River in Marion County; (4) clarify, correct, and update existing rules; and (5) reduce regulatory burdens while protecting water resources.
  • The purpose and effect of the proposed amendments to rules in Chapter 40C-2, F.A.C., will be to: (1) add the new rule language regarding “market conditions” for agriculture irrigation, as required by subsection 373.227(6), F.S. (2016); (2) clarify existing rules; (3) create additional streamlining; and (4) reduce regulatory burdens while protecting water resources.
  • The most recent hogfish stock assessment found the Keys/East Florida stock of hogfish is overfished and undergoing overfishing. Federal law requires the Council to implement regulations to end overfishing and to rebuild the Florida Keys/East Florida hogfish stock. The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council approved a May 1 through October 31 recreational hogfish season in Atlantic federal waters off Florida and in Gulf federal waters south of 25°09’ North Latitude as a measure to rebuild the Keys/East Florida stock of hogfish and prevent overfishing while optimizing recreational harvest opportunities. The November through April closed season corresponds with the hogfish spawning season. Implementation of the federal rule is pending approval by the U.S. Secretary of Commerce. The purpose of this proposed rule is to establish a May 1 through October 31 recreational season for harvest of hogfish in all state waters of the Atlantic Ocean and south of 25°09’ North Latitude in the Gulf of Mexico to be consistent with the pending federal rule. Recreational harvest of hogfish from these waters outside this season would be prohibited. The recreational fishery takes the vast majority hogfish harvested from the Keys/East Florida stock, and over 68% of recreational harvest from this stock occurs in state waters. Consequently, recreational harvest in state waters will be a determining factor in rebuilding this stock and ending overfishing. In addition to aiding in rebuilding of the stock, consistent state and federal regulations will simplify regulations for recreational harvesters. The effects of the proposed rule are to make the state recreational hogfish season consistent with the pending rule for adjacent federal waters, and to facilitate the rebuilding of the Keys/East Florida hogfish stock. This will create a predictable hogfish season for recreational harvesters, which also overlaps with the popular diving season in the Keys. Lastly, Keys/East Florida hogfish will be protected from recreational harvest during their spawning season.
  • The Board proposes the rule amendment for needed updates and to implement the legislative changes made by 2016-222, Laws of Florida.
  • The Board proposes the rule amendment for needed updates and to implement the legislative changes made by 2016-222, Laws of Florida.
  • The Board proposes the rule amendment for needed updates and to implement the legislative changes made by 2016-222, Laws of Florida.
  • The Board proposes the rule amendment for needed updates and to implement the legislative changes made by 2016-222, Laws of Florida.

• Proposed Rules (2)
  • The Board proposes the rule amendment to update the rule and revise/expand the number, types and availability of pharmacy technician training programs.
  • The rule is to be repealed. There will be no adverse effect on the public.

• Notices of Changes, Corrections and Withdrawals (1)
  • Non-listed Inactive Migratory Bird Nests

• Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver (2)
  • a permanent waiver of Rule 11B-35.002, F.A.C., from Catherine Torres, Florida Keys Community College on behalf of Janessa Collins. The Petitioner wishes to permanently waive that portion of the rule that states: (3) Each training school that offers a Commission-approved Basic Recruit Training Program, pursuant to this rule section, shall deliver all course materials included in the program. Delivery and sequencing of the course materials shall comply with the requirements set forth in the Commission’s approved Basic Recruit Training Curriculum; and (4) A basic recruit student shall successfully complete all courses in a Commission-approved Basic Recruit Training Program to be eligible to take the applicable State Officer Certification Examination for the discipline. The petition states that Trainee Collins attended a CMS Firearms course between the dates July 17, 2015 to August 3, 2015 and failed to show proficiency. Trainee Collins was afforded remedial training and subsequently passed the course. Trainee Collins then took and failed the written portion of the firearms CMS end-of-course exam on August 3, 2015. Trainee Collins was then allowed to re-take the written exam and passed although she had previously re-tested the same course. Pursuant to Rule 11B-35.0024 a basic recruit who has failed to pass the written end-of-course examination or the required demonstration of proficiency skills after a second attempt shall be deemed to have failed the training course. Petitioner is requesting that Trainee Collins’ passing score on the State officer Certification Examination be accepted, no additional examinations be needed and that Trainee Collins become eligible for certification. The petition further states that Trainee Collins initially passed the State Officer Certification Exam and that she has since successfully completed all of the Commission-approved Basic Training Recruit Program.
  • Variance of a Specific Provision

• Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings (15)
  • The regular business of the Clearinghouse Review Committee.; October 24, 2016, 9:30 a.m.; 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd. Suite 100 Pinellas Park, Florida 33782
  • The Polk Regional Water Cooperative will hold a regularly scheduled meeting to address subjects dealing with water conservation, project selection, funding, planning, and development, all as provided within the Interlocal Agreement creating the Cooperative. The meeting is open to the public.; Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 2:00 p.m.; Polk County Tourism and Sports Marketing Headquarters Building, Lake Myrtle Sports Complex, 2701 Lake Myrtle Park Road, Auburndale, Florida, 33823.
  • Business of the Local Emergency Planning Committee including: training activities, planning activities and public outreach. Subcommittee meetings will precede the general meeting starting at 9:00 a.m. Additional subcommittee meetings may be held via teleconference on Oct. 18, 2016. ; October 19, 2016, 10 a.m.; Okaloosa Emergency Operations Center, 90 College Blvd., Niceville, FL
  • The purpose of the Solicitation Conference is to review the ITN with interested parties so that areas of misunderstanding or ambiguity are clarified; Monday October 17, 2016, beginning at 2:00 P.M. ET; The Hermitage Centre, 1801 Hermitage Blvd., Tallahassee, Florida, 32308
  • These rule workshops will provide interested taxpayers with an opportunity to ask questions and provide comments on the application process, review, and administration of the Natural Gas Fuel Fleet Vehicle Rebate Program.; DATE, TIME and PLACE: Tuesday, October 25, 2016 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM 301 Senate Office Building (Please note the room number has changed since the October 10, 2016 notice.) 404 South Monroe Street Tallahassee, Florida, 32399-1100 Conference Number: (888) 670-3525 Conference Code: 746-582-9551 ; DATE, TIME and PLACE: Wednesday, November 2, 2016 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM Orange County IFAS Extension, Main Auditorium 6021 South Conway Road Orlando, Florida 32812 DATE, TIME and PLACE: Thursday, November 3, 2016 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM Hillsborough County IFAS Extension, Conference Center 5339 County Road 579 Seffner, Florida 33584
  • Seaport Environmental Management Committee (SEMC) of the Florida Seaport Transportation and Economic Development Council (FSTED) emergency teleconference to be held due to cancellation of annual meeting on October 5, 2016 in Miami.; Monday, October 17, 2016 10:00 am; Dial In Number: (605)475-5900, access code: 9348585
  • COMMITTEE AND TASK FORCE MEETINGS: Please note that committees and task forces of the Florida Independent Living Council will meet at various times throughout the year to carry out the work of the council; the meeting dates and times will be posted at the above address at least seven days prior to the meeting. Persons who want to be notified of such meetings may request to be put on the mailing list for such notices by writing to Jenny Bopp at the council address.; Thursday, October 13, 2016, 11:30 A.M. until completion of agenda; CALL IN: 1-888-670-3525 CODE: 5073148497 Florida Independent Living Council, Inc. 1416 N. Adams Street Tallahassee, Florida 32303
  • To review reconsideration cases.; November 4, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. EST; (888) 670-3525 when prompted, enter conference code 4552635641#
  • To consider and make a decision regarding the petition for rate increase by Florida Power & Light Company. LEGAL AUTHORITY AND JURISDICTION: Chapters 120, 350 and 367, F.S. The Florida Public Service Commission Conference’s Notice, Agenda, related documents, and 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. ; October 27, 2016, at 9:30 a.m.; Betty Easley Conference Center, Joseph P. Cresse Hearing Room 148, 4075 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee, Florida
  • The purpose of the meeting is for members of the Council to discuss questions they have related to sections of the report they are participating in. These sections are: Housing, Data, Education, Civil Citation, and Financial Viability.; Friday, October 14th 2016, from 11:00am-1:00pm Eastern; Conference Call Number: 1-888-670-3525 Participant Code: 671 5356 658#
  • Corridor planning study along State Road (SR) 524 from Friday Road west of Interstate 95 (I-95) to Industry Road, in Brevard County. The study will open discussion about the corridor’s growth and its future use. The planning study develops and evaluates alternative corridor improvement concepts to support a multimodal approach to providing for future transportation needs. ; Thursday, October 20 5:00pm - 7:00pm; Florida Solar Energy Center located at 1679 Clearlake Road in Cocoa, Florida 32922
  • Business of the District; October 20, 2016, 6:30pm; Conference Room at the Emma Lou Olson Civic Center, 1801 NE Sixth St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060
  • Medical Examiners Commission Meeting. If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Commission with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, such person is responsible for ensuring that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.; Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 10:00 AM; Tampa Marriott Westshore, 1001 North Westshore Boulevard, Tampa, Florida
  • Board action and review items relating to the Child Care Executive Partnership (CCEP) Program.; October 27, 2016 at 4:30 p.m. (EDT) until business concludes.; online via GoToWebinar. Register to attend the webinar at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7645366520715418115
  • To conduct the regular business of the Finance Committee of the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council.; October 20, 2016 at 11:00 a.m.; North Central Florida Regional Planning Council, 2009 Northwest 67th Place, Gainesville, Florida.

• Notices of Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Declaratory Stat (2)
  • Robert R. Drago, In Re: Bent Tree Villas East Condominium Association, Inc., Docket No. 2016041891,; The Division declined to issue a Declaratory Statement because it may not invalidate an Association’s rule; and may not issue a statement without sufficient facts and competent, substantial evidence.
  • Brandon T. Crossland, Esq. and Mark Westbrook, In Re: ARDA Resort Owners Coalition, Incorporated; Ventura Condominium Association, Inc.; Caribbean Beach Club Association, Inc.; Lehigh Resort Club Condominium Association, Inc.; Docket No. 2016033188,; Section 718.112(2)(l), Florida Statutes, does not impose an independent obligation on Petitioners to retrofit with a fire sprinkler system. There is no conflict between sections 721.24 and 718.112(2)(l), Florida Statutes, as they apply to the petitioners’ respective timeshare condominiums. Section 721.24, Florida Statutes, provides an affirmative duty for various firesafety systems, while section 718.112(2)(l), Florida Statutes, provides a process for residential condominium associations to forego retrofitting if otherwise obligated to retrofit.

• Notices Regarding Bids, Proposals and Purchasing (2)
  • Department of Education, Departmental
  • State Board of Administration, Departmental

• Miscellaneous (2)
  • Regional Utility Authorities, Peace River/Manasota Regional Water Supply Authority
  • Department of Management Services, Commission on Human Relations