• Notices of Development of Proposed Rules and Negotiated Rulemaking (4)
    • The Office of Insurance Regulation is developing a new rule to implement Ch. 2018-131, Laws of Florida, signed into law on March 30, 2018. The legislation provides a that person may attempt to rebut a presumption of control by filing a disclaimer of control on a form prescribed by the Financial Services Commission.
    • The Northwest Florida Water Management District (NWFWMD) gives notice that it is developing rules for establishing minimum flows for the St. Marks River Rise.
    • The Northwest Florida Water Management District (NWFWMD) gives notice that it is developing rules to update existing rules for consistency with Florida Statutes and to delete obsolete rules.
    • The Northwest Florida Water Management District (NWFWMD) gives notice that it is developing rules to update existing rules for consistency with Florida Statutes.
  • Proposed Rules (1)
    • To establish the structure for awarding grants pursuant to section 446.71, F.S., the Everglades Restoration Agricultural Employment Training Program.
  • Notices of Changes, Corrections and Withdrawals (2)
    • Goats or Sheep
    • Application for Certification as a Chiropractic Physician's Assistant
  • Emergency Rules (1)
    • Rescheduling of a Drug Product in Finished Dosage Formulation That Has Been Approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration That Contains Cannabidiol (2-[1R-3-methyl-6R-(1-methylethenyl)-2-cyclohexen-1-yl]-5-pentyl-1,3-benzenediol) Derived from Cannabis and No More Than 0.1 Percent (w/w) Residual Tetrahydrocannabinols
  • Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver (10)
    • Rule 59A-4.1265(5) from Williston Facility Inc d/b/a Williston Care Center, seeking additional time beyond January 1, 2019, to implement the Detailed Nursing Home Emergency Power Plan. The petition was assigned case number 2018015777. Any interested person or other agency may submit written comments on the petition within 14 days after this notice by e-mailing LTCstaff@ahca.myflorida.com.
    • Rule 59A-4.1265(5) from Terraces Facility Inc d/b/a Terraces of Lake Worth Care Center, seeking additional time beyond January 1, 2019, to implement the Detailed Nursing Home Emergency Power Plan. The petition was assigned case number 2018015776. Any interested person or other agency may submit written comments on the petition within 14 days after this notice by e-mailing LTCstaff@ahca.myflorida.com.
    • Rule 59A-4.1265(5) from Rehabilitation and Health Care Center seeking additional time beyond January 1, 2019, to implement the Detailed Nursing Home Emergency Power Plan. The petition was assigned case number 2018016057. Any interested person or other agency may submit written comments on the petition within 14 days after this notice by e-mailing LTCstaff@ahca.myflorida.com.
    • Rule 59A-4.1265(5) from Southern Oaks Facility Inc d/b/a Southern Oaks Care Center, seeking additional time beyond January 1, 2019, to implement the Detailed Nursing Home Emergency Power Plan. The petition was assigned case number 2018015774. Any interested person or other agency may submit written comments on the petition within 14 days after this notice by e-mailing LTCstaff@ahca.myflorida.com.
    • Rule 59A-4.1265(5) from South Campus Facility Inc d/b/a South Campus Care Center, seeking additional time beyond January 1, 2019, to implement the Detailed Nursing Home Emergency Power Plan. The petition was assigned case number 2018015769. Any interested person or other agency may submit written comments on the petition within 14 days after this notice by e-mailing LTCstaff@ahca.myflorida.com.
    • Rule 59A-4.1265(5) from Parklands Facility Inc d/b/a Parklands Care Center, seeking additional time beyond January 1, 2019, to implement the Detailed Nursing Home Emergency Power Plan. The petition was assigned case number 2018015768. Any interested person or other agency may submit written comments on the petition within 14 days after this notice by e-mailing LTCstaff@ahca.myflorida.com.
    • Crist Plant Scrubber Building at 11999 Pate St, Pensacola, FL. Petitioner seeks a variance of the requirements of Rule 2.11.2, ASME A17.1, 2010 edition, as adopted by 61C-5.001, Florida Administrative Code that addresses types of entrances which poses a hardship. Any interested person may file comments within 5 days of the publication of this notice with Michelle Comingore, Division of Hotels and Restaurants, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 2601 Blair Stone Road, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013 (VW 2018-228).
    • The Department of Children and Families has issued an order disposing of the petition for waiver of subsection 65C-15.017(3), F.A.C., filed by Youth and Family Alternatives, Inc., and Malcolm Brunner, Jr., Case No., 18-038W on October 31, 2018. The Notice of Variance and Waivers was published in Volume 44, No. 188, F.A.R., on September 26, 2018. Rule 65C-15.017(3), F.A.C., states that agency staff responsible for performing casework services shall have a bachelor’s degree in social work or related area of study or a master’s degree in social work or a related area of study from an accredited college or university. Related areas of study include those listed in subsection (2). The following is a summary of the agency’s disposition of the petition: The waiver of subsection 65C-15.017(3), F.A.C., was dismissed as a waiver is not necessary for the reason requested. Subsection 65C-15.017(4), F.A.C., already authorizes the Regional Managing Director or designee to approve such a hiring decision.
    • The Department of Children and Families has issued an order disposing of the petition for waiver of Rule 65C-15.031, F.A.C., filed by 4KIDS of South Florida, Case No., 18-036W on October 31, 2018. The Notice of Variance and Waivers was published in Volume 44, No. 165, F.A.R., on August 23, 2018. Rule 65C-15.031, F.A.C., outlines a child-placing agency’s requirement of maintaining case records for all children they place in any setting. The following is a summary of the agency’s disposition of the petition: The waiver of subsection 65C-15.031, F.A.C., was dismissed as a waiver is not necessary.
    • a variance or waiver. Petitioner’s Name: Greenbriar Two Condominium Association, Inc. Rule No.: 40D-22.201 Nature of the rule for which variance or waiver is sought: Lawn and landscape irrigation. The Petition has been assigned tracking No. 19-4292.
  • Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings (25)
    • The purpose of the Broward Area Refugee Task Force meeting is to increase awareness of the refugee populations, share best practices, spot trends in refugee populations, build collaborations between agencies, help create good communication among service providers, get informed about upcoming community events, and discuss refugee program service needs and possible solutions to meeting those needs.; Thursday, November 15, 2018; 10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon; Family Success Administration Division Community Action Agency 900 N. W. 31st Avenue, #3022 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
    • The Audit Committee will meet to discuss the general business of the Association. The agenda will include but not limited to; Minutes, Charter and Checklist.; November 15, 2018, 2:00 p.m.; Hyatt Regency Orlando Airport Hotel, Orlando, FL
    • The Investment Committee will meet to discuss the general business of the Association. The agenda will include but not limited to; Minutes, Investment Report and Investment Policy review.; November 16, 2018, 9:00 a.m.; Hyatt Regency Orlando Airport Hotel, Orlando, FL
    • Committee Meetings Thursday, November 15, 2018 10:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. • Lunch provided at the call center for meeting participants and Sunshine 811 employees beginning at 12:00 noon. Board of Directors Meeting Friday, November 16, 2018 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. • Lunch provided at the call center for meeting participants and Sunshine 811 employees beginning at 12:00 noon. ; Thursday, November 15, 2018 & Friday, November 16, 2018; 11 Plantation Road DeBary, Florida 32713
    • Quarterly Business Meeting General Business Matters; Wednesday, January 23, 2019, 9:00 am; 1441 Maclay Commerce Drive Suite 200 Tallahassee, Florida 32312
    • Lake Lochloosa MFLs workshop: CANCELED. This workshop has been canceled because no one requested a workshop in writing. The District still plans to meet with various groups that have an expressed an interest in this rulemaking and remains willing to meet with other interested groups before District staff request authorization to publish a Notice of Proposed Rule at the District’s Governing Board meeting on December 11, 2018.; November 7, 2018, 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm – CANCELED; St. Johns River Water Management District Headquarters, Governing Board Room, Executive Building, 4049 Reid Street, Palatka, Florida 32177
    • To conduct a TEFRA hearing concerning the potential future issuance of tax-exempt bonds by Florida Housing to provide additional financing for the acquisition, construction or rehabilitation of the following multifamily residential rental development in the aggregate face amount, not to exceed the amount listed below: Azure Estates, a 216-unit multifamily residential rental development located at 1555 Doctor Martin Luther King Jr. Highway, Riviera Beach, Palm Beach County, FL. The owner and operator of the development is Azure Estates FL TC, LP, 4000 Key Tower, 127 Public Square, Cleveland, OH 44114 or such successor in interest in which Azure Estates FL TC, LP, or an affiliate thereof, is a managing member, general partner and/or controlling stockholder. The prospective manager of the proposed development is Millennia Housing Development, Ltd., 1300 Key Tower, 127 Public Square, Cleveland, OH 44114. The tax-exempt bond amount is not to exceed $46,192,300. All interested parties may present oral comments at the public TEFRA hearing or submit written comments regarding the potential note execution and delivery for the development being financed. Written comments should be received by Florida Housing by 5:00 PM (Tallahassee local time), November 15, 2018, and should be addressed to the attention of Tim Kennedy, Assistant Director of Multifamily Programs. Any persons desiring to present oral comments should appear at the hearing. If requested in writing, a fact-finding hearing will be held in the county where the property is located. When possible, the local hearing will be held before the formal TEFRA hearing and comments received at the local hearing will be placed on record at the TEFRA hearing. Any person requiring a special accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should contact Tim Kennedy, Assistant Director of Multifamily Programs, Florida Housing Finance Corporation at 850-488-4197 at least five calendar days prior to the meeting. If you are hearing impaired, please contact Florida Housing using the Dual Party Relay System that can be reached at 1-800-955-8770 (Voice) and 1-800-955-8771 (TDD). Any person who decides to appeal any decision made by Florida Housing with respect to any matter considered at this hearing, will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings be made, which will include the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is based. ; November 20, 2018 at 10:30 AM (Tallahassee local time); The offices of Florida Housing Finance Corporation, 227 North Bronough Street, Suite 5000, Tallahassee, Florida 32301
    • To conduct a TEFRA hearing concerning the potential future issuance of tax-exempt bonds by Florida Housing to provide additional financing for the acquisition, construction or rehabilitation of the following multifamily residential rental development in the aggregate face amount, not to exceed the amount listed below: Mary Bethune Highrise, a 150-unit multifamily residential rental development located at 1515 West Union Street, Tampa, Hillsborough County, FL. The owner and operator of the development is WRDG Mary Bethune, LP, 444 Brickell Avenue, Suite 301, Miami, FL 33131 or such successor in interest in which WRDG Mary Bethune, LP, or an affiliate thereof, is a managing member, general partner and/or controlling stockholder. The prospective manager of the proposed development is TRG Management Company LLP, 2200 North Commerce Parkway, Suite 100, Weston, FL 33326. The tax-exempt bond amount is not to exceed $16,550,000.00. All interested parties may present oral comments at the public TEFRA hearing or submit written comments regarding the potential note execution and delivery for the development being financed. Written comments should be received by Florida Housing by 5:00 PM (Tallahassee local time), November 15, 2018, and should be addressed to the attention of Tim Kennedy, Assistant Director of Multifamily Programs. Any persons desiring to present oral comments should appear at the hearing. If requested in writing, a fact-finding hearing will be held in the county where the property is located. When possible, the local hearing will be held before the formal TEFRA hearing and comments received at the local hearing will be placed on record at the TEFRA hearing. Any person requiring a special accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should contact Tim Kennedy, Assistant Director of Multifamily Programs, Florida Housing Finance Corporation at 850-488-4197 at least five calendar days prior to the meeting. If you are hearing impaired, please contact Florida Housing using the Dual Party Relay System that can be reached at 1-800-955-8770 (Voice) and 1-800-955-8771 (TDD). Any person who decides to appeal any decision made by Florida Housing with respect to any matter considered at this hearing, will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings be made, which will include the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is based. ; November 20, 2018 at 11:00 AM (Tallahassee local time); The offices of Florida Housing Finance Corporation, 227 North Bronough Street, Suite 5000, Tallahassee, Florida 32301
    • To discuss and review the Revolving Loan Fund Loan Applications.; Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at 10:00 AM; South Florida Regional Planning Council 1 Oakwood Boulevard, Suite 221 Hollywood, FL 33020
    • The Rules Committee is meeting to discuss the rules and any changes that need to be made to the rules.; A Rules Committee Meeting will begin at 11:00 AM or as soon thereafter as can begin on November 8, 2018.; U.S. Toll Free: (877) 809-7263 Participant passcode: 299 498 93#
    • General board business, to include licensure and discipline.; December 7, 2018, 9:00 a.m.; Mission Inn Resort, 10400 FL-48, Howey In The Hills, Florida 34737
    • THIS NOTICE UPDATES NOTICE 21033497 General business of the Board.; November 1, 2018 - 2:30 pm; Telephone conference number 1(888)670-3525, participant code 2597709961
    • This meeting will discuss proposed actions that will assist in preserving, protecting and enhancing Florida’s military installations and missions.; Thursday, November 15, 2018 09:00 AM EST – 11:30 AM EST; Courtyard by Marriott Cocoa Beach 3435 N. Atlantic Avenue Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
    • This meeting will discuss proposed actions that will assist in preserving, protecting and enhancing Florida’s military installations, missions, and quality of life for Florida’s military community.; Wednesday, November 14, 2018, 08:00 AM EST – 05:00 PM EST; Courtyard by Marriott Cocoa Beach 3435 N. Atlantic Avenue Cocoa Beach, Florida 32931
    • Florida Rehabilitation Council - General Business; January 15, 2019, 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. EST (or until complete) and January 16, 2019, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. EST (or until complete); Betty Easley Conference Center, 4075 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee or at Conference Call (888) 585-9008 and Code (873-574-258).
    • The Agency for State Technology (AST) will open vendor replies and announce the names of replying vendors for the ITN titled Mainframe as a Service (ITN #180831), as provided in the ITN that was published to the Vendor Bid System on 9/10/2018.; Friday, November 9, 2018; 3 p.m., EST; Kelley Training Center, Third Floor, Sadowski Building; 2555 Shumard Oak Blvd, Tallahassee, FL 32311
    • Agency matters. Review and adjudication of cases relating to alleged violations of Chapters 104 and 106, Florida Statutes, and to the late filing of campaign treasurer's reports. Rules Review. Portions of this meeting are confidential and closed to the public.; November 14, 2018; 9:00 a.m. until adjourned and November 15, 2018; 8:30 a.m. until adjourned; Senate Office Building, 404 South Monroe Street, Room 110-S, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-6526.
    • To review agenda items for the November 9, 2018 meeting. This is a public meeting.; Thursday, November 8, 2018 beginning at 2:00 p.m., until all business is concluded.; Conference call, dial in number 888.670.3525; Pass code number 2029260550#
    • The Florida Department of Health’s HIV/AIDS Section is holding the Patient Care and Prevention Planning Group (PCPPG) semi-annual (fall) meeting November 7-9, 2018, in Tampa, FL. The AIDS Institute will be facilitating the meeting. Attendees include Department of Health (DOH) staff, PCPPG committee members, Community Advisory Group (CAG) members, community stakeholders. The purpose of the meeting is to collaborate on strategies, progress, achievements, and challenges associated with implementing the State of Florida’s Integrated Prevention and Care Plan.; November 7, 2018, 12:30 p.m.; Holiday Inn Tampa Westshore Airport (Royal Palm Ballroom), 700 N. Westshore Blvd., Tampa, FL 33609
    • The Review Committee meeting will be to give the scores and to submit a recommendation to Florida Housing’s Board of Directors regarding the responses submitted for Florida Housing Finance Corporation’s Request For Applications (RFA) 2018-106 Financing to Build Smaller Permanent Supportive Housing Properties for Persons with Developmental Disabilities.; November 29, 2018; 2:00 p.m.; Florida Housing Finance Corporation, 227 North Bronough Street, Tallahassee, Florida, 32301-1329
    • The Motorist Modernization Advisory Board is meeting to receive an update on Phase 1 of the Motorist Modernization Program. System functionality and requirements will also be presented to the group for consideration and input. AGENDA • Roll Call • Welcome • Review and Approval of Last Meeting Minutes • IV&V Update • Stakeholder Outreach Update • Policy and Decisions Review • MM Phase I Program Update • Financial Review • Change Request Review • Project Updates • Communications Update • Q&A • Adjourn Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/630034677 You can also dial in using your phone United States: +1(646)749-3129 United States (toll-free): 1(877)309-2073 Access Code: 630-034-677 Audio PIN: Shown after joining the meeting ; November 13, 2018, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m., ET; Neil Kirkman Building, Conference Room B-202, 2900 Apalachee Parkway, Tallahassee, Florida 32399
    • The Motorist Modernization Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and provide guidance & recommendations on Phase 2 of the Motorist Modernization Program. AGENDA • Roll Call • Welcome • Review and Approval of Last Meeting Minutes • IV&V Update • Stakeholder Outreach Update • Policy and Decisions Review • MM Phase II Program Update • Financial Review • Project Updates • Communications Update • Q&A • Adjourn Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/630034677 You can also dial in using your phone United States: +1(646)749-3129 United States (toll-free): 1(877)309-2073 Access Code: 630-034-677 Audio PIN: Shown after joining the meeting ; November 13, 2018, 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., ET; Neil Kirkman Building, Conference Room B-202, 2900 Apalachee Parkway, Tallahassee, Florida 32399
    • To conduct a TEFRA hearing concerning the potential future issuance of tax-exempt bonds by Florida Housing to provide additional financing for the acquisition, construction or rehabilitation of the following multifamily residential rental development in the aggregate face amount, not to exceed the amount listed below: Ambar Key Homes, a 155-unit multifamily residential rental development located at 380 NE 4th Ave, Florida City, Miami-Dade County, FL. The owner and operator of the development is Ambar Key Homes, Ltd., 13611 S. Dixie Hwy., Ste. 374, Miami, FL 33176 or such successor in interest in which Ambar Key Homes, Ltd., or an affiliate thereof, is a managing member, general partner and/or controlling stockholder. The prospective manager of the proposed development is Royal American Management, Inc., 1002 West 23rd Street, Suite 400, Panama City, FL 32405. The tax-exempt bond amount is not to exceed $18,150,000. All interested parties may present oral comments at the public TEFRA hearing or submit written comments regarding the potential bond issuance for the development being financed. Written comments should be received by Florida Housing by 5:00 PM (Tallahassee local time), November 15, 2018, and should be addressed to the attention of Tim Kennedy, Assistant Director of Multifamily Programs. Any persons desiring to present oral comments should appear at the hearing. If requested in writing, a fact-finding hearing will be held in the county where the property is located. When possible, the local hearing will be held before the formal TEFRA hearing and comments received at the local hearing will be placed on record at the TEFRA hearing. Any person requiring a special accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should contact Tim Kennedy, Assistant Director of Multifamily Programs, Florida Housing Finance Corporation at 850-488-4197 at least five calendar days prior to the meeting. If you are hearing impaired, please contact Florida Housing using the Dual Party Relay System that can be reached at 1-800-955-8770 (Voice) and 1-800-955-8771 (TDD). Any person who decides to appeal any decision made by Florida Housing with respect to any matter considered at this hearing, will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings be made, which will include the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is based. ; November 20, 2018 at 9:30 a.m. (Tallahassee local time); The offices of Florida Housing Finance Corporation, 227 North Bronough Street, Suite 5000, Tallahassee, Florida 32301
    • To conduct a TEFRA hearing concerning the potential future issuance of tax-exempt bonds by Florida Housing to provide additional financing for the acquisition, construction or rehabilitation of the following multifamily residential rental development in the aggregate face amount, not to exceed the amount listed below: Ambar Key, a 94-unit multifamily residential rental development located on NE 3rd Ave, SW of the intersection of NE 3rd Ave. and NE 4th St., NE 3rd Ave, SE of the intersection of NE 3rd Ave. and NE 4th St., NE 3rd Ave, SE of the intersection of NE 3rd Ave. and NE 2nd Terr., and NE 3rd Ave, SE of the intersection of NE 3rd Ave. and NE 2nd St, all in Florida City, Miami-Dade County, FL. The owner and operator of the development is Ambar Key, Ltd., 13611 S. Dixie Hwy., Ste. 374, Miami, FL 33176 or such successor in interest in which Ambar Key, Ltd., or an affiliate thereof, is a managing member, general partner and/or controlling stockholder. The prospective manager of the proposed development is Royal American Management, Inc., 1002 West 23rd Street, Suite 400, Panama City, FL 32405. The tax-exempt bond amount is not to exceed $12,100,000. All interested parties may present oral comments at the public TEFRA hearing or submit written comments regarding the potential bond issuance for the development being financed. Written comments should be received by Florida Housing by 5:00 PM (Tallahassee local time), November 15, 2018, and should be addressed to the attention of Tim Kennedy, Assistant Director of Multifamily Programs. Any persons desiring to present oral comments should appear at the hearing. If requested in writing, a fact-finding hearing will be held in the county where the property is located. When possible, the local hearing will be held before the formal TEFRA hearing and comments received at the local hearing will be placed on record at the TEFRA hearing. Any person requiring a special accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should contact Tim Kennedy, Assistant Director of Multifamily Programs, Florida Housing Finance Corporation at 850-488-4197 at least five calendar days prior to the meeting. If you are hearing impaired, please contact Florida Housing using the Dual Party Relay System that can be reached at 1-800-955-8770 (Voice) and 1-800-955-8771 (TDD). Any person who decides to appeal any decision made by Florida Housing with respect to any matter considered at this hearing, will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings be made, which will include the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is based. ; November 20, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. (Tallahassee local time); The offices of Florida Housing Finance Corporation, 227 North Bronough Street, Suite 5000, Tallahassee, Florida 32301
    • Proposed extended foster care rules; November 16, 2018, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. ; (1) Attending in person at: Florida Department of Children and Families 1317 Winewood Boulevard Building 2, Room 339 Tallahassee, FL 32399-0700 (2) Via conference call: Dial 1-888-670-3525 Code: 712 703 3288 #
  • Notices of Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Declaratory Stat (1)
    • David Porter Associates Architects, Inc.,; Petitioner requested an answer to the following questions, based upon the project described within its petition: 1. Does section R403.5.1 state that all single family dwellings must install hot water recirculating systems? 2. Does section R403.5.1 state that if a hot water recirculating system is installed in a single family dwelling, it then must conform to the control systems stipulated in section R403.5.1? On October 8, 2018, the Commission provided the following answers: In response to Petitioner’s question 1, the answer is no. The requirements of section R403.5.1, Florida Building Code, Energy Conservation, 6th Edition (2017), do not apply to the project in question. This section is mandatory if a heated water circulation system is installed. In response to Petitioner’s question 2, the answer is yes. The requirements of section R403.5.1, Florida Building Code, Energy Conservation, 6th Edition (2017), are mandatory for a heated water circulation system.
  • Notices Regarding Bids, Proposals and Purchasing (1)
    • Other Agencies and Organizations, Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC
  • Miscellaneous (3)
    • Department of Health, Board of Nursing
    • Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
    • Department of State, Departmental