• Notices of Development of Proposed Rules and Negotiated Rulemaking (8)
  • The Board proposes the rule amendment to update guidelines and add new guidelines.
  • The Board proposes the rule amendment to conform to statute.
  • The purpose and effect of the proposed rule is to create a rule to define absentee ballots as stated in 723.078(2)(b) F.S.
  • The purpose of the changes being made to Rules 69L-30.002, 69L-30.003, 69L-30.004, 69L-30.006, 69L-30.007, and 69L-30.010, F.A.C., are to reflect statutory changes allowing Judges of Compensation Claims to appoint temporary Expert Medical Advisors, to update the address for the website on which application for Expert Medical Advisor certification is made, and to add final orders finding that a physician engaged in overutilization, as defined in section 440.13(8), Florida Statutes, to the list of final orders which disqualify a physician from eligibility for Expert Medical Advisor certification.
  • The Board proposes the development of a rule amendment to address the prohibition regarding ordering low-THC cannabis or medical cannabis.
  • The purpose is to amend Rule 40D-8.624 F.A.C., to delete the previously adopted guidance levels, and adopt new minimum and guidance levels for Sunset Lake and Lake Dan located in Hillsborough County.
  • The purpose is to amend Rule 40D-8.624 F.A.C., to delete the previously adopted guidance levels, and adopt new minimum and guidance levels for Crooked Lake located in Polk County.
  • The purpose is to amend Rule 40D-8.624 F.A.C., to delete the previously adopted guidance levels, and adopt new minimum and guidance levels for Lake Merrywater located in Hillsborough County.

• Proposed Rules (7)
  • The repeal of this rule.
  • The repeal of these rules.
  • The repeal of this rule.
  • The repeal of this rule.
  • The repeal of this rule.
  • The Department is amending the rule text by removing Temporary Cash Assistance as a Qualifying Program for Lifeline services and removing the text in reference to the Department’s participation in eligibility determination for automatic Lifeline service enrollment.
  • The Firefighter Assistance Grant Program was established pursuant to Section 633.135, F.S., within the Division of State Fire Marshal (Division) to improve the emergency response capability of volunteer fire departments and combination fire departments by providing financial assistance to provide firefighting, emergency medical, and rescue services to their communities. The Division is required to administer the program and annually award grants to such fire departments using the annual Florida Fire Service Needs Assessment Survey. The purpose of the grants is to provide funding to such fire departments to use to provide volunteer firefighter training and procure necessary firefighter personal protective equipment, self-contained breathing apparatus equipment, and fire engine pumper apparatus equipment. The Division shall prioritize the annual award of grants to combination fire departments and volunteer fire departments demonstrating need as a result of participating in the annual Florida Fire Service Needs Assessment Survey. The proposed rules will implement the Firefighter Assistance Grant Program.

• Notices of Changes, Corrections and Withdrawals (4)
  • Aquaculture Best Management Practices Manual
  • Definitions, Acquisition Procedures - Negotiations, Access to District Lands, Public Use of District Lands, Prohibited Activities, Special Use Authorizations, Easements, Leases
  • Licensure by Endorsement
  • Possession, Transportation, Exhibition and Caging Venomous Reptiles and Reptiles of Concern

• Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver (4)
  • a temporary variance from paragraphs 6M-8.620(3)(a) and (c), F.A.C., from the Early Learning Coalition of Broward County. The referenced provisions relate to the requirement that Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) providers administer the Florida VPK Assessment during Assessment Period One (AP1) and electronically report assessment data within a specified time frame. Petitioner is requesting a variance extending the time deadlines for the Florida VPK Assessment AP1 to be administered as well as a variance extending the time to submit electronic assessment data. The Office will accept comments concerning the Petition for fourteen (14) days from the date of publication of this notice. To be considered, comments must be received before 5:00 p.m.
  • a temporary variance from paragraphs 6M-8.620(3)(a) and (c), F.A.C., from the Early Learning Coalition of Indian River, Martin and Okeechobee Counties. The referenced provisions relate to the requirement that Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) providers administer the Florida VPK Assessment during Assessment Period One (AP1) and electronically report assessment data within a specified time frame. Petitioner is requesting a variance extending the time deadlines for the Florida VPK Assessment AP1 to be administered as well as a variance extending the time to submit electronic assessment data. The Office will accept comments concerning the Petition for fourteen (14) days from the date of publication of this notice. To be considered, comments must be received before 5:00 p.m.
  • that on October 21, 2016, an Order was filed on the Petition for Variance and Waiver. The Petition was filed by Gregory S. Stone, on September 15, 2016, seeking a variance or waiver of Rule 61J1-4.010(1)(c), F.A.C., that he be state-certified for a minimum of four (4) years, due to the 40-day lapse in certification. The Notice was published in Volume 42, No. 181, of the Florida Administrative Register, on September 16, 2016. The Board, at its meeting held on October 3, 2016, voted to grant the Petition for Variance or Waiver finding that the Petitioner demonstrated a substantial hardship; that application of the rule would violate the principles of fairness; and that the purpose of the underlying statute has been met.
  • waiver from Houston Street Manor, LP requesting a waiver from rule 67-48.002(95) seeking to waive the timing requirements found in the 2015 QAP and allow the requested credit exchange to be approved before the last calendar quarter of 2017.

• Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings (30)
  • The purpose of the Southwest Florida 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.; Wednesday, December 14, 2016; 10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon; Redeemer Lutheran Church 3950 Winkler Avenue Extension Ft. Myers, FL 33916
  • 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; reports 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 of the Office of Insurance Regulation 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 matters related to rulemaking for all activities of the Office of Financial Regulation relating to the regulation of banks, credit unions, other financial institutions, finance companies, retail installment sales providers, title loan lenders, collection agencies, mortgage brokers, mortgage lenders, certified capital companies, money services businesses, 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, administrative procedure matters, and consideration of other matters within its authority. 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 various statutes including 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 for which it is responsible pursuant to law (including duties pursuant to Title 18 of the Florida Statutes and Title 18 of the Florida Administrative Code) and that are duly presented on its agenda, which may include such matters as aquacultural issues as presented by the Division of Aquaculture in the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; mineral leases or sales; state or sovereign land leases, sales, exchanges, dedications, and easements; conservation and preservation lands and other land purchases; land planning matters and other matters within its authority. The Department of Environmental Protection will present for consideration those matters required by law to be reviewed by the Governor and Cabinet, sitting as the Siting Board, which may include, but are not limited to siting of power plants and electric and natural gas transmission lines. A copy of any of the above agendas submitted to the Governor and Cabinet for this meeting may be obtained by viewing the website of the Governor and Cabinet at http://www.myflorida.com/myflorida/cabinet/ or by contacting each individual agency. Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this meeting is asked to provide at least 48 hours’ notification before the meeting by contacting: the Governor’s Cabinet Affairs Office, (850)488-5152. 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. ; December 6, 2016, 9:00 a.m.; Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida
  • Financial Project ID Number: 435516-1-22-02 Efficient Transportation Decision Making (ETDM) Number: 14183 Project Description: Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study, I-95 at SR 80/Southern Boulevard Interchange in Palm Beach County A PD&E Study is FDOT’s process to evaluate the social, economic and environmental impacts associated with a planned transportation improvement project. The purpose of this meeting is to give interested persons an opportunity to comment and provide input on the transportation improvement alternatives the Department has developed at this point in the study. The Workshop will begin as an open house at 5:30 p.m. with a short presentation at 6 p.m., followed by a comment period. Notices are being sent to all property owners and tenants located within at least 300 feet on either side of the proposed alignment and to other public officials, regulatory agencies, organizations, and individuals interested in the project. Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status. Persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Anson Sonnett, PE, FDOT Project Manager at (954) 777-4474 or by email at anson.sonnett@dot.state.fl.us. ; Thursday, December 1, 2016, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Presentation at 6 p.m.; Palm Beach Airport Hilton, 150 Australian Avenue, West Palm Beach, Florida 33406
  • As per the agenda.; December 6, 2016, 1.00pm.; Sheraton Orlando North Hotel, 600 N.Lake Destiny Drive, Maitland, FL. Dial in: 1-866-361-7525. Access code: 3877541849#
  • - FY 2016-18 TD GRIEVANCE COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT - 2017 LCB MEETING DATES - FY 2016-17 COORDINATION & FARE AGREEMENTS (CFA) BETWEEN COORDINATION CONTRACTORS AND THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS (BCC) - MIAMI-DADE COUNTY TD PROGRAM UPDATE - COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION COORDINATOR (CTC) ANNUAL EVALUATION PROCESS - 5310 GRANT PROGRAM UPDATE; December 6, 2016 at 1:30 PM; Stephen P. Clark Center 111 NW 1st Street 18th Floor, Room 4 Miami, FL 33128
  • The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), at the request of the City of Key West, is conducting a corridor study along State Road (SR) A1A/South Roosevelt Boulevard from Bertha Street to Smathers Beach. The study will also take into consideration the area between Smathers Beach and US 1/Overseas Highway. The study includes a Complete Streets evaluation to identify the needs of vehicular and non-vehicular modes of transportation and consider options to improve/promote aesthetics.; December 13, 2016, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.; Sheraton Suites Key West, 2001 South Roosevelt Boulevard, Key West, Florida 33040
  • Ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Tiger Bay weir. Note: This event may be attended by one or more members of the St. Johns River Water Management Governing Board.; Friday, Dec. 2, 2016, 10:00 a.m.; Meet at 780 Indian Lake Road, Daytona Beach, FL 32124
  • This is a meeting of the State Consumer Health Information and Policy Advisory Council to which all interested parties are invited. The purpose is to conduct a meeting of key health care stakeholders to discuss issues relating to implementing Florida Statutes mandating transparency in health care through public reporting of health care data.; Monday, December 5, 2016; 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.; Agency for Health Care Administration, Conference Room “A”, 2727 Mahan Drive, Tallahassee, FL. This meeting will also be available via online webinar which requires a telephone for audio. To join the webinar, please use the following link and webinar ID: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4831827316266515457, webinar ID: 903-926-979. AUDIO: Participants can use their telephone for audio and are muted upon calling in. Participants cannot be unmuted without their audio pin. Audio PINs are shown after joining the webinar. United States (Toll-free): 1-877-309-2074, Access Code: 257-946-995. If you have any difficulty accessing the teleconference, please call the Florida Center’s main number at (850) 412-3730.
  • Announcing a Technical Meeting for the Basin Management Action Plan (BMAP) for Volusia Blue Spring. Topic of discussions will be the development of the OSTDS remediation Plan for Volusia Blue Spring, and potential approaches for other sources of nitrogen to groundwater to the basin. The BMAP is the means for implementation of the adopted Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs).; November 30, 2016, 9:30 a.m.; County Council Chambers, Room 204, Thomas C. Kelly Administration Center, 123 West Indiana Avenue DeLand, Florida 32720
  • Topics to include but not limited to the Actuarial & Underwriting Committee Update.; December 6, 2016, 4:30 p.m.; Sheraton Orlando North, 600 N. Lake Destiny Drive, Maitland, FL 32751; Dial In: 866-361-7525, Conf ID: 863 201 7402#
  • Training for National Register Review Board.; November 28, 2016, 1:00 p.m.; Room 404, R. A. Gray Building; Webinar
  • Topics to include but are not limited to the Citizens Board of Governors Committee Reports.; December 7, 2016, 9:00 a.m.; Sheraton Orlando North, 600 N. Lake Destiny Drive, Maitland, FL 32751; Dial In: 888-942-8686, Conf ID: 574 373 5657#
  • Topics to include but are not limited to the FMAP Board of Governors Budget.; December 7, 2016, Immediately following the Board of Governors Meeting at 9:00 a.m.; Sheraton Orlando North, 600 N. Lake Destiny Drive, Maitland, FL 32751; Dial In: 888-942-8686; Conf ID: 574 373 5657#
  • Deliberation for cases pending before the Reemployment Assistance Appeals Commission that are ready for final review and the Chairman's report. No public testimony will be taken.; November 30, 2016, 9:30 a.m.; Reemployment Assistance Appeals Commission, 101 Rhyne Building, 2740 Centerview Drive, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-4151.
  • Dependency Workgroup Phase II; Monday, November 28, 2016, 1:00 - 4:00 PM EST.; 1317 Winewood Blvd., Building 1, Room 132, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0700
  • The Variance Review and Advisory Committee will examine applications for variance from the requirements of Chapter 64E-6, Florida Administrative Code, entitled "Standards for Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal Systems" pursuant to s. 381.0065(3)(d), Florida Statutes and to provide input on any rule issues requested by the Technical Review and Advisory Panel pursuant to s. 381.0068(2), Florida Statutes. ; Thursday, January 5, 2017 at 10:00 AM; UF/IFAS Citrus County Extension Services Suite 1 3650 West Sovereign Path Lecanto, Florida 34461 DATE and TIME: Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 10:00 AM PLACE: Alachua County Health Department Auditorium 224 Southeast 24th Street Gainesville, Florida 32641 DATE and TIME: Thursday, March 2, 2017 at 10:00 AM PLACE: UF/IFAS Citrus County Extension Services Suite 1 3650 West Sovereign Path Lecanto, Florida 34461 DATE and TIME: Thursday, April 6, 2017 at 10:00 AM PLACE: Alachua County Health Department Auditorium 224 Southeast 24th Street Gainesville, Florida 32641 DATE and TIME: Thursday, May 4, 2017 at 10:00 AM PLACE: UF/IFAS Citrus County Extension Services Suite 1 3650 West Sovereign Path Lecanto, Florida 34461 DATE and TIME: Thursday, June 1, 2017 at 10:00 AM PLACE: Alachua County Health Department Auditorium 224 Southeast 24th Street Gainesville, Florida 32641 DATE and TIME: Thursday, July 6, 2017 at 10:00 AM PLACE: UF/IFAS Citrus County Extension Services Suite 1 3650 West Sovereign Path Lecanto, Florida 34461 DATE and TIME: Thursday, August 3, 2017 at 10:00 AM PLACE: Alachua County Health Department Auditorium 224 Southeast 24th Street Gainesville, Florida 32641 DATE and TIME: Thursday, September 7, 2017 at 10:00 AM PLACE: UF/IFAS Citrus County Extension Services Suite 1 3650 West Sovereign Path Lecanto, Florida 34461 DATE and TIME: Thursday, October 5, 2017 at 10:00 AM PLACE: Alachua County Health Department Auditorium 224 Southeast 24th Street Gainesville, Florida 32641 DATE and TIME: Thursday, November 2, 2017 at 10:00 AM PLACE: UF/IFAS Citrus County Extension Services Suite 1 3650 West Sovereign Path Lecanto, Florida 34461 DATE and TIME: Thursday, December 7, 2017 at 10:00 AM PLACE: Alachua County Health Department Auditorium 224 Southeast 24th Street Gainesville, Florida 32641
  • Quarterly meeting of Enterprise Florida Inc.'s Board of Directors and Stakeholder Council. These meetings will discuss on-going issues, developing issues and other matters.; November 29, 2016, 9:00 a.m.; Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa 4000 Sandestin Blvd. S. Mirmar Beach, FL 32550
  • General business.; December 6, 2016, 2:30 p.m., until all business is complete; Telephone conference: 1(888)670-3525, pass code: 3360784946#
  • Meeting of the Statewide Task Force to discuss the Department's Dementia Care and Cure Initiative.; December 15, 2016, 2:00 p.m.; Department of Elder Affairs 4040 Esplanade Way, Room 301 Tallahassee, FL 32399
  • Agenda topics may include approval of minutes; 2017 Board meeting schedule; legal, legislative & regulatory matters; operations & financial reports; and committee reports on: 2017 Audit Committee meeting schedule; Audit Committee Charter procedures checklist; investment marketplace update; portfolio compliance review; investment policy & guidelines review; 2017 reinsurance program options; reinsurance program matters; 2017 Business Plan & Forecast; disaster recovery matters; outcomes of Agency/Designated Producer appeals regarding revocation of privileges to submit business to the FWCJUA; Operations Manual; and review of rates, rating plans & policy forms and associated matters to include application forms; and executive compensation matters.; December 7, 2016 beginning at 10:00 a.m. (ET); Contact Kathy Coyne at 941-378-7408 or kcoyne@fwcjua.com to participate.
  • The Domestic Security Oversight Council will conduct a quarterly meeting to provide direction and recommendations with respect to terrorism prevention, preparation, protection, mitigation, and response and recovery initiatives by state and local agencies. At 1:00 p.m. ET, the full council will hold an “open” meeting. All council members and interested personnel may attend the meeting. At the conclusion of the full meeting, the Domestic Security Oversight Council will hold its “closed” meeting to address prioritized funding requests and intelligence updates.; November 30, 2016, 1:00 p.m.; The Ocala Hilton, 3600 SW 36th Avenue, Ocala, Florida
  • This is a meeting of the Trustees of the State Board of Administration to authorize the Florida Hurricane Catastrophe Fund (the Fund) to file a Notice of Proposed Rule for two rules, Rule 19-8.029, F.A.C., Insurer Reporting Requirements, and Rule 19-8.030, F.A.C., Insurer Responsibilities, and to file these rules for adoption if no member of the public timely requests a rule hearing or if a rule hearing is requested but no Notice of Change is needed. The rules and incorporated forms are available on the Fund's website: www.sbafla.com/fhcf. The Trustees may also address other general business.; December 6, 2016, 9:00 a.m. (ET) to conclusion of the meeting.; Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida.
  • This is a meeting of the Board of Directors of the State Board of Administration Finance Corporation, a public benefits corporation created under Section 215.555(6)(d), F.S., to consider a resolution appointing a President, a Treasurer, and a Secretary of the Corporation. In addition, other general business may be addressed.; December 6, 2016, immediately following the conclusion of the meeting of the Governor and Cabinet. The Cabinet meeting begins at 9:00 a.m. (ET).; Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida.
  • Governing Board Meeting, Committee Meetings and Public Hearing: Consider SWFWMD business. All or part of this meeting may be conducted by means of communications media technology in order to permit maximum participation of Governing Board members.; Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2016; 9 a.m.; Tampa Office, 7601 US Highway 301 North, Tampa FL
  • Springs Coast Management Committee: Discussion will include the framework for management plans, approval of BMAP Nutrient Management Strategy & Management Actions and other water quality drivers. Approval of the Weeki Wachee SWIM Plan.; Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2016; 1 p.m.; SWFWMD Brooksville Office, 2379 Broad Street, Brooksville, FL 34604
  • General Business; November 30, 2016, 2:00 p.m.; Telephone Conference: call toll-free 1 (888) 670-3525, enter conference passcode: 6715298664 then #
  • This is a meeting of the Executive Director of the DHSMV to obtain approval to file Rule 15A-7.007, F.A.C., Application; Intrastate Operation; Certification; Exceptions, for Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and to file this rule for adoption if no member of the public timely requests a hearing or, if a hearing is requested, no changes need to be made. In addition, other general business may be addressed.; December 6, 2016, 9:00 a.m.; Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida
  • Consumer Services Committee Meeting; December 1, 2016, 10:00 am - 11:30 am; Teleconference
  • To validate and aggregate the Evaluators’ individual scores to determine the total score for each responsive reply to Invitation to Negotiate, ITN 16-03, Actuarial Services for the Stanley G. Tate Florida Prepaid College Program.; Tuesday, November 29, 2016, beginning at 9:00 a.m.; The Hermitage Centre, Gold Coast Conference Room, 1801 Hermitage Blvd., Tallahassee, Florida, 32308.
  • Regular meeting of the CFRPC and/or its Executive Committee.; December 14, 2016, 9:00 a.m.; Bartow Public Library, 2nd Floor Conference Room 2150 S. Broadway Avenue Bartow, FL 33830

• Notices Regarding Bids, Proposals and Purchasing (2)
  • Department of Environmental Protection, Departmental
  • Department of Management Services, Division of Building Construction

• Miscellaneous (5)
  • Department of Health, Board of Nursing
  • Department of Health, Board of Nursing
  • Additional Conditions for Issuance of Individual and Conceptual Approval Permits
  • Department of Health, Board of Nursing
  • Department of Health, Board of Podiatric Medicine