- Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver (6)
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The Department of Environmental Protection herby gives notice that it has issued an Order on October 16, 2015 granting George and Cynthia Andrews’ Petition for a Variance. The Petition was received on April 15, 2015. Notice of receipt was published in the Florida Administrative Register on May 8, 2015. The Petitioners requested a variance or waiver from paragraphs 62B-33.002(18), 62B-33.002(43), and 62B-33.051(1)(a)(1), F.A.C., which requires cited rule provisions in order to construct coastal armoring to protect a conforming structure from coastal erosion. No public comments was received. The Order, file number 15-0294, granted the Petitioners a variance to paragraphs 62B-33.002(18), 62B-33.002(43), and 62B-33.051(1)(a)(1), F.A.C., based on a showing that Petitioners demonstrated an actual substantial economic hardship that will be suffered if the armoring is not allowed to be installed. Literal application of rule would in this instance would be unfair because Petitioners’ property is subject to high rates of erosion that did not exist at the time that construction of the dwelling was authorized.
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a temporary 180 day waiver of Rule 11B-27.002(4)(a), F.A.C. by Adeel Chaudhry. Petitioner wishes to waive that portion of the rule that states within four years of the beginning date of a Commission-approved Basic Recruit Training Program, an individual shall successfully complete the program, achieve a passing score on the applicable State Officer Certification Examination, and gain employment, and certification as an officer. Petitioner states that he completed cross-over law enforcement training on December 3, 2010 and successfully passed the SOCE on December 21, 2010. Petitioner states that he applied for employment with several agencies but because of budget constraints those departments were under a hiring freeze. Petitioner states that he was under the impression that the four year employment provision began running on the date he passed the SOCE. Petitioner has provided a letter from Major R. Cordero-Stutz of the Miami-Dade Police Department offering Petitioner a conditional offer of employment subject to successful completion of the screening process. Petitioner states that strict application of the rule would result be unreasonable and create a substantial hardship because he would need to retake Basic Recruit Training and pass the State Officer Certification Examination again. Petitioner states that the purpose of Section 943.13, F.S. will be achieved if the waiver is granted.
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waiver of rule 65C-15.017(3), Florida Administrative Code, from Impower and Zachary Reichert. Rule 65C-15.017(3), F.A.C., requires staff who perform casework services in licensed child-placing agencies to possess to least a bachelors degree in social work or a related field from an accredited college or university.
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waiver of rule 65C-13.030(10(f)(1), Florida Administrative Code, from Camelot Community Care & Henry and Mary Phillips. Rule 65C13-030(1)(f)(1), Florida Administrative Code, Subparagraph 65C-13.030(1)(f)1, F.A.C., states licensed out-of-home caregivers contracting with a lead agency are authorized by Section 409.1671, F.S., to provide child care as a Licensed Family Day Care Home, as defined in Section 402.302, F.S., and may be dually licensed. A dually licensed family foster home cannot provide care for more than five children, including biological, foster, and adopted children. Therapeutic or Medical Family Foster Homes shall not be dually licensed.
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a temporary 30 day waiver of Rule 11B-27.002(4)(a), F.A.C. by Detective Carlos R. Grave de Peralta of the Miami Police Department on behalf of Gerber G. Vasquez. Petitioner wishes to waive that portion of the rule that states within four years of the beginning date of a Commission-approved Basic Recruit Training Program, an individual shall successfully complete the program, achieve a passing score on the applicable State Officer Certification Examination, and gain employment, and certification as an officer. Petitioner states that Mr. Vasquez began basic recruit training on June 1, 2011, graduating on October 31, 2011 and passed the SOCE on November 16, 2011. Petitioner states that Mr. Vasquez has been unsuccessful in gaining employment with any Florida law enforcement agencies however, Petitioner states that Mr. Vasquez is in the final stages of the hiring process with the Miami Police Department and would be appointed as an officer within 30 days of the granting of a waiver. Petitioner states that a strict application of the rule would result in an unreasonable and substantial hardship on Mr. Vasquez because he would need to retake Basic Recruit Training and pass the State Officer Certification Examination again. Petitioner states that the purpose of Section 943.13, F.S. will be achieved if the waiver is granted.
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waiver or variance filed by Christian J. Baddour, D.O., from Rule 64B15-13.001, F.A.C., with regard to the requirements for biennial renewal continuing medical education (CME). Comments on this petition should be filed with the Board of Osteopathic Medicine, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C06, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3056, within 14 days of publication of this notice.
- Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings (13)
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The Southwest Florida Water Management District has applied to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for a consumptive use permit for the use of Morris Bridge Sink for environmental augmentation of the lower Hillsborough River. This project is a component of the District’s recovery strategy for meeting the minimum flow requirements established for the lower segment of the river, pursuant to Rule 40D-80.073(8)8., F.A.C. The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comment on the application.; November 4, 2015, 1:30 p.m., ET; Southwest Florida Water Management District Tampa Service Office, 7601 US Hwy 301, Tampa, Florida
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The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will host a public grant workshop Tuesday, November 10, 2015 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. CST, at the Florida Department of Transportation Complex, Design Conference Room, 1074 Highway 90, Chipley, Florida.
FDOT is soliciting applications for Federal Transit Administration’s Sections 5310, 5311 and 5339 operating and capital grant programs. This workshop is being held to discuss the following for interested applicants:
• Updates on new federal laws affecting surface transportation programs
• Application eligibility requirements
• Preparation of the application and tips on grant writing
• Review of the process once a grant is awarded
• The Department’s vehicle procurement process
• Review of required plans and certification
Companies or groups that provide mobility transit which includes private, for-profit, non-profit, local governments and taxi companies are eligible to apply. Agency grant writers, administrators, and transportation managers are encouraged to attend the workshop.
Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age sex, religion, disability, or family status. Persons who require special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact FDOT Project Manager Kathy Rudd, toll-free at (888) 638-0250, extension 1549 at least seven days prior to the meeting.
Should you have questions or need further information, contact Kathy Rudd at the information listed above or email kathy.rudd@dot.state.fl.us. You may also contact Ian Satter, District Public Information Director, at (888) 638-0250, extension 1205 or email ian.satter@dot.state.fl.us.
A RSVP is requested for attendance to the workshop before Monday, November 2, 2015 to Matt McIntosh at mjmcintosh@transystems.com or (407) 875-8916.
; November 10, 2015, 8:00 a.m.; Florida Department of Transportation Design Conference Room 1074 Highway 90, Chipley, Florida 32428
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Financial Management No. 436394-1
Project Description: State Road (SR) 526 (Robinson Street) Corridor Planning Study from N. Hughey Avenue to Maguire Boulevard in City of Orlando
The Corridor Planning Study is being conducted in coordination with the City of Orlando to objectively evaluate possible improvements to the SR 526 (Robinson Street) corridor. As Downtown Orlando continues to mature, Robinson Street is being asked to play many different roles. FDOT, along with the City of Orlando, is exploring strategies that can make it safer and more comfortable to travel along and across Robinson Street. Both potential short-term and long-term strategies will be considered as part of the Study.
The Study Team has just completed the first round of stakeholder input, collecting land use and transportation data, and analyzing the existing issues and opportunities along the Corridor. This meeting is being conducted to share a summary of the existing conditions of the Corridor, and to collect additional input from the community.
Persons desiring to submit written statements in place of, or in addition to oral statements, may do so at the meeting or by sending them to Heather Garcia, FDOT Project Manager, 719 South Woodland Boulevard, DeLand, FL 32720 or by e-mail to heather.garcia@dot.state.fl.us.
The meeting is developed in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes. Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status. For more information about the project or the public meeting, you may contact Ms. Garcia at the phone number or e-mail address listed above.
; Wednesday, November 4, 2015 from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Open House: 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Presentation: 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Interactive Sessions: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM; First Unitarian Church
Gore Hall
1901 East Robinson Street
Orlando, 32803
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Annual Report and General Council business.; October 29, 2015, 1:00 p.m. until conclusion; This meeting will be held via teleconference.
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The meeting agenda will consist of approval of minutes of the State Board meeting held September 21, 2015. An update will be provided by President Ed Meadows on behalf of the Council of Presidents. Items for consideration include action relating to the following: Amendment to Rule 6A-10.044, Residency for Tuition Purposes; Amendment to Rule 6A-6.0574, CAPE Postsecondary Industry Certification Funding List; Amendment to Rule 6A-1.004, School District Budget Requirements; Repeal of Rule 6A-1.09421, High School Competency Test Requirements; Amendment to Rule 6A-6.024, School Entry Health Examination; Approval of Reappointments to the Education Practices Commission; and Policy Issue for Consideration on the Florida Standards Assessment Cut Scores and School Accountability.; October 28, 2015, 9:00 a.m.; Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport, 9300 Jeff Fuqua Boulevard, Regency Ballroom D/E, Orlando, FL 32827.
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The purpose of these meetings is to allow members of the Bond Team, as established through the stipulation approved in this docket, to work cooperatively to establish the structuring, marketing, and pricing of nuclear asset-recovery bonds. One or more of the Commissioners of the Florida Public Service Commission may attend and participate in this meeting.; October 28, 2015, at 2:00 p.m., and each Wednesday thereafter, beginning at 2 p.m., unless otherwise provided by notice.; Florida Public Service Commission, Gerald L. Gunter Building, Room 154, 2540 Shumard Oak Boulevard, Tallahassee, Florida 32399
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Alzheimer's Disease Research Grant Advisory Board Conference Call; November 6th, 2015, 2:00pm-4:00pm; Conference Call In Number: 1(888) 670-3525
Participant Conference Code: 2922384719 followed by the #key
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District staff shall provide information, and will hear public comments on the District land acquisitions listed below:
• Acquisition of fee title land interests of Tract No. W9307-022, comprised of 5.0 acres, more or less, in the amount of $40,000 located within the District’s Pennsuco Wetlands Project, in Miami-Dade County.
• Acquisition of fee title land interests containing 3.3 acres, more or less, in the amount of $31,077.59, and acquisition of an access easement and temporary construction easement, each containing 2.8 acres, more or less, for no additional consideration, all for the STA-1W Expansion Project in Palm Beach County.; Thursday, October 29, 2015, 10:00 AM
Public Meeting about Land Acquisitions, Surpluses or Exchanges; District Headquarters, B1 Building, 3301 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
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To conduct a public meeting to reconsider the following disciplinary case with prior findings of probable cause: Sarah Lynn Fredericks., Case No. 167771-15-FC.; Tuesday, November 10, 2015, 10:00 a.m.; 111 West Madison Street, Claude Denson Pepper Building, Room 336J, Tallahassee, Florida 32399
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General council business.; November 13, 2015 9:00 a.m.; Orlando Marriott Lake Mary, 1501 International Parkway, Lake Mary, FL and conference call number 407.995.7070.
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Leadership Training; Thursday, October 29, 2015; Miami Dade College
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The Public Meeting previously scheduled for October 22, 2015 @ 11:00 AM ET has been cancelled for DMS-14/15-011 Human Resources Outsourcing - People First.
; CANCELLED for October 22, 2015, 11:00 AM ET; 4055 Esplanade Way
Crosby's Café Conference Room
Tallahassee, Florida 32399
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The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District One is conducting a Project Development and Environment (PD&E) study, and will host a public meeting about the proposed extension to the Fort Fraser Trail from SR 540 (Winter Lake Road) to SR 659 (Combee Road) in Polk County, Florida. The meeting will be an open house format from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. FDOT encourages interested parties to attend this meeting at any time to review the proposed trail improvement alternatives. FDOT representatives will be available during the meeting to informally discuss the project and answer questions. This meeting is to allow interested persons an opportunity to express their views concerning the alternatives of the proposed extension to the Fort Fraser Trail. The proposed extension north of SR 540 will improve the safety conditions for bicyclists and pedestrians utilizing the US 98 (Bartow Highway) corridor north of SR 540, provide residents and visitors a new opportunity for active recreation, and give commuters a new non-motorized travel option along the US 98 corridor.; Thursday, October 29, 2015, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Polk State College, Lakeland Technology Building (LTB) located at 3425 Winter Lake Road, Lakeland, Florida.