- Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver (4)
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On October 15, 2012 the Division of Hotels and Restaurants received a Petition for an Emergency Variance for Paragraph 61C-1.004(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code and Paragraph 5-202.11(A), 2001 FDA Food Code from Amazon Forest located in Coral Springs. The above referenced F.A.C. addresses the requirement that each establishment have an approved plumbing system installed to transport potable water and wastewater. They are requesting to utilize holding tanks to provide potable water and to collect wastewater at the handwash and three-compartment sinks.
The Petition for this variance was published in Vol. 38/55 on October 22, 2012. The Order for this Petition was signed on October 29, 2012 and after a complete review of the variance request, the Division finds that the application of this Rule will create a financial hardship to the food service establishment. Furthermore, the Division finds that the Petitioner meets the burden of demonstrating that the underlying statute has been achieved by the Petitioner ensuring the wastewater holding tank for the handwash and three-compartment sinks is emptied at a frequency as to not create a sanitary nuisance; and potable water provided must come from an approved source and be protected from contamination during handling. The Petitioner shall also ensure that the handwash and three-compartment sinks are provided with hot and cold running water under pressure; the handwash sink is provided with soap, an approved hand drying device and a handwashing sign.
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On October 17, 2012, the Division of Hotels and Restaurants received a Petition for an Emergency Variance for Paragraph 61C-4.010(7) Florida Administrative Code and Paragraph 61C-4.010(6), Florida Administrative Code from Ryan's Meat Market & Deli located in St. Petersburg. 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 share the bathrooms located within another adjacent establishment for use by customers only.
The Petition for this variance was published in Vol. 38/55 on October 22, 2012. The Order for this Petition was signed on October 29, 2012 and after a complete review of the variance request, the Division finds that the application of this Rule will create a financial hardship to the food service establishment. Furthermore, the Division finds that the Petitioner meets the burden of demonstrating that the underlying statute has been achieved by the Petitioner ensuring the bathrooms located within Tutor Works are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner and are provided with cold running water under pressure, soap, approved hand drying devices, and are available during all hours of operation. The Petitioner shall also ensure directional signage is installed within or outside the establishment clearly stating the location of the bathrooms. If the ownership of Tutor Works changes, an updated signed agreement for use of the bathroom facilities is required immediately.
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Owens Corning. Petitioner seeks an emergency variance of the requirements of ASME A17.3, Section 8.7.2.11.5, as adopted by 61C-5.001(1), Florida Administrative Code that requires upgrading the elevators door restrictors which poses a significant economic/financial hardship. Any interested person may file comments within 5 days of the publication of this notice with Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013 (VW2012-354)
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an Emergency Variance for Paragraph 61C-4.010(7) Florida Administrative Code and Paragraph 61C-4.010(6), Florida Administrative Code from The Kitchen located in Largo. 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 share the bathrooms located within an adjacent establishment under the same ownership for use by customers only.
The Division of Hotels and Restaurants will accept comments concerning the Petition for 5 days from the date of publication of this notice. To be considered, comments must be received on or before 5:00 p.m.
- Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings (27)
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To review those cases on which a determination of existence of probable cause has already been made.; Thursday, November 15, 2012, at 2:45 p.m. EST.; (888) 808-6959; Conference Code: 2454590.
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Regular agenda items for presentation to Board of Supervisors: Ag Lab, MIL, District Reports and projects.; Thursday, November 15, 2012, 9:30 a.m.; USDA Florida City Service Center, 1450 N. Krome Ave., Suite 104, Florida City, FL 33034
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The purpose of the Broward 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, 2012; 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon; TBD
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The purpose of the Palm Beach 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.; Friday, November 16, 2012; 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon; TBD
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The purpose of the Jacksonville 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.; Wednesday, November 14, 2012, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.; Department of Children and Families, 5920 Arlington Expressway, Jacksonville, FL 32211
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Public Outreach Task Force.
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.; Tuesday, November 13, 2012, 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.; Please Call: (850)414-3300, for instructions on participation
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The above meeting will be held to determine whether or not probable cause exists to pursue disciplinary action against the certification of sworn correctional, law enforcement, or correctional probation officers.; December 4, 2012, 10:00 a.m.; Valencia Community College, Criminal Justice Institute-Auditorium, 8600 Valencia College Lane, Orlando, Florida 32825
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Ongoing Pinellas Community Alliance Business; Tuesday, November 13, 2012, 2:00 p.m.; Mary Grizzle Building, 11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 418D, Largo, FL 33778
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Ongoing Pasco Community Alliance Business; Wednesday, November 14, 2012, 1:30 p.m.; Pasco Sheriff's CPID Office, 7601 Little Road, Suite 100, New Port Richey, FL 34654
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Joint Industrial and Public Supply Advisory Committee meeting: To discuss committee business. Governing Board Members may attend.; Tuesday, November 13, 2012; 1:00 p.m.; SWFWMD Tampa Service Office, 7601 US Highway 301 North, Tampa FL 33637
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FARMS Workgroup Meeting: To discuss potential revisions to contracts related to the Facilitating Agricultural Resource Management System program. Governing Board Members may attend.; Tuesday, November 13, 2012; 10:00 a.m.; SWFWMD Tampa Service Office, 7601 US Highway 301 North, Tampa FL 33637
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FDOT will be spending nearly $3 billion over the next five years to improve transportation infrastructure in Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties. The Work Program Public Hearing will be held in order to present the District Six Five-Year Transportation Plan and allow the public to ask questions or make comments about the plan in general, as well as specific projects included in the plan.
A simultaneous virtual public hearing will be held, and the live question and answer portion of the public hearings will begin at 7 p.m. for both live attendees and online participants. Audience members will be able to make public comments and ask questions. Online viewers can submit questions or comments via email or by phoning in through a local number provided upon pre-registering at www.fdotmiamidade.com/work-program.
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 or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Brian Rick by phone at (305) 470-5349, in writing at FDOT 1000 NW 111 Ave., Miami, FL 33172, or via email at brian.rick@dot.state.fl.us at least seven days prior to the meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service, 1(800) 955-8771 (TDD) or 1(800) 955-8770 (Voice).
For more information, you may contact: Alicia Gonzalez, Project Manager at (786) 280-6645 or via email at agonzalez@mrgmiami.com.; Thursday, November 15, 2012 from 6 to 8 p.m.; FDOT District Six Auditorium, 1000 NW 111 Avenue, Miami, FL 33172
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To conduct the general business of the Joint Finance and Planning Committee.; November 14, 2012, 11:00 a.m.; Stabile Trustees Boardroom, 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, Florida.
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To conduct the general business of the Board of Directors.; November 13, 2012, 1:30 p.m.; Moffitt Cancer Center, Stabile Research Building, 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL
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The solicitation conference call for the Request for Proposal for Customer Survey and Evaluation of Comprehensive Refugee Services in Orange, Osceola, and Seminole Counties (RFP # 10K12BS1), as provided for in Section 2.5 of the RFP published on the Vendor Bid System (VBS) on November 1, 2012. The VBS can be accessed at: http://vbs.dms.state.fl.us/.
**There has been a change to the Participation Code that was published in the FAW on November 1, 2012. The NEW Participation Code is listed above. The public meeting has also been changed to a conference call. Vendors wishing to participate should call in.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
; November 15, 2012, 10:00 a.m.; Conference Call: 1-882-670-3525
Participant Code: 8149089794
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General board and business meeting.; December 4, 2012, 8:00 a.m.; Residence Inn Amelia Island Hotel, 2301 Sadler Road, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034; (904) 277-2440.
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Governing Board Meeting to consider District business and conduct public hearings on regulatory, real estate, and other various matters. A tour of Buckeye Florida L.P will follow the Board meeting.
November 16, 2012, 8:30 a.m. - Governing Board Workshop will be held at Fiddler's Restaurant, 1306 SE Riverside Drive, Steinhatchee, FL, 32359.; November 15, 2012, 9:00 a.m.; Perry Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, 601 Everett Way, Perry, Florida, 32348
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“The Department will request approval for adoption on its proposed revisions to Chapter 62-302 (Surface Water Quality Standards), which establish numeric nutrient criteria for total nitrogen, total phosphorus, and chlorophyll a for the following Panhandle estuaries: Perdido Bay, Pensacola Bay (including Escambia Bay), Choctawhatchee Bay, St. Andrew Bay, St. Joseph Bay, and Apalachicola Bay. The Division of Environmental Assessment and Restoration will also provide a briefing on the Triennial Review of Florida’s water quality standards, which includes revisions to the human health-based water quality criteria and the Dissolved Oxygen criteria.”; November 13, 2012, 9:00 a.m.; 3900 Commonwealth Blvd, Douglas Building, Conference Room A, Tallahassee, FL
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This is a public presentation of the Central and North Indian River Lagoon Basin Management Action Plans. The presentation is given as part of the Indian River Lagoon Day celebration at Front Street Park in Melbourne under the “Meet the Experts Tent”. The presentation will cover the importance of seagrasses in the Indian River Lagoon and how to reduce nutrient loadings to protect them. The Department will also have a booth at the event containing a display about the basin management action plans. Total Maximum Daily Loads for the Central and North Indian River Lagoons were adopted in March 2009 and require reductions in the loadings of total nitrogen and total phosphorus sufficient to meet seagrass depth limit targets.; November 10, 2012, 11:00 a.m.; Front Street Park, 2210 Front Street, Melbourne, Florida
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SFWMD Governing Board to discuss and consider District business, including regulatory and non-regulatory matters.; November 15, 2012, 9:00 a.m.; Regular Business Meeting; Headquarters, B-1 Building, 3301 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, Florida 33406.
All or part of the meeting may be conducted as a teleconference in order to permit maximum participation by Governing Board members. The Governing Board may take official action at the meetings on any item appearing on the agenda and on any item that is added to the agenda as a result of a change to the agenda approved by the presiding officer of the meeting pursuant to Section 120.525, Florida Statutes.
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General business of the committee. The Board of Medicine announces that certain Committee meetings will be held on the Thursday, before each Full Board meeting. Committee meetings may be cancelled prior to the meeting date. Please check the Board Web Site at www.flhealthsource.com for cancellations or changes to meeting dates or call the Board of Medicine at (850) 245-4131 for information.; Thursday, November 29, 2012, 9:00 a.m.; Peabody Orlando, 9801 International Drive, Orlando, Florida 32819. Hotel phone: (407) 352-4000
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General business of the committee. The Board of Medicine announces that certain Committee meetings will be held on the Thursday, before each Full Board meeting. Committee meetings may be cancelled prior to the meeting date. Please check the Board Web Site at www.flhealthsource.com for cancellations or changes to meeting dates or call the Board of Medicine at (850) 245-4131 for information.; Thursday, November 29, 2012, 12:00 noon.; Peabody Orlando, 9801 International Drive, Orlando, Florida 32819. Hotel phone: (407) 352-4000
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General business of the committee. The Board of Medicine announces that certain Committee meetings will be held on the Thursday, before each Full Board meeting. Committee meetings may be cancelled prior to the meeting date. Please check the Board Web Site at www.flhealthsource.com for cancellations or changes to meeting dates or call the Board of Medicine at (850) 245-4131 for information.; Thursday, November 29, 2012, 1:00 p.m.; Peabody Orlando, 9801 International Drive, Orlando, Florida 32819. Hotel phone: (407) 352-4000
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Discussion will occur regarding the potential disposition of surplus lands.; November 13, 2012, 1:00 p.m.; District headquarters
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General business of the committee. The Board of Medicine announces that certain Committee meetings will be held on the Thursday, before each Full Board meeting. Committee meetings may be cancelled prior to the meeting date. Please check the Board Web Site at www.flhealthsource.com for cancellations or changes to meeting dates or call the Board of Medicine at (850) 245-4131 for information.; Thursday, November 29, 2012 immediately following the Surgical Care/Quality Assurance Committee; Peabody Orlando, 9801 International Drive, Orlando, Florida 32819. Hotel phone: (407) 352-4000
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General business of the committee. The Board of Medicine announces that certain Committee meetings will be held on the Thursday, before each Full Board meeting. Committee meetings may be cancelled prior to the meeting date. Please check the Board Web Site at www.flhealthsource.com for cancellations or changes to meeting dates or call the Board of Medicine at (850) 245-4131 for information.; Thursday, November 29, 2012 immediately following the Rules/Legislative Committee.; Peabody Orlando, 9801 International Drive, Orlando, Florida 32819. Hotel phone: (407) 352-4000
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General business of the committee. The Board of Medicine announces that certain Committee meetings will be held on the Thursday, before each Full Board meeting. Committee meetings may be cancelled prior to the meeting date. Please check the Board Web Site at www.flhealthsource.com for cancellations or changes to meeting dates or call the Board of Medicine at (850) 245-4131 for information.; Thursday, November 29, 2012, 4:00 p.m.; Peabody Orlando, 9801 International Drive, Orlando, Florida 32819. Hotel phone: (407) 352-4000