- Proposed Rules (2)
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NOAA Fisheries eliminated rules that prohibited captain and crew of for-hire vessels from retaining recreational bag limits of vermilion snapper, groupers, and tilefish in federal waters of the South Atlantic (formerly in 50 C.F.R. § 622.187(b)(2) and 622.187(b)(5), effective January 27, 2014). The purpose of this rule amendment is to allow captain and crew of for-hire vessels to retain recreational bag limits of vermilion snapper, groupers, and golden tilefish in state waters of the Atlantic (including Monroe County for golden tilefish and groupers). This rule was eliminated because it was not serving its intended purpose of limiting harvest of vermilion snapper and gag grouper. When the rule was in place, the percentage decrease in overall harvest of these species was small and not considered to be a significant source of harvest protection. In addition, regulations were confusing because some species could be retained by for-hire captains and crew but not others.
This rule amendment also would update a federal citation concerning the recreational bag limit of Atlantic vermilion snapper. The purpose of this amendment is to have the correct federal citation in rule.
The effect of this rule amendment is that federal and state regulations regarding recreational bag limits for vermilion snapper, groupers, and golden tilefish for captain and crew of for-hire vessels can be applied consistently in waters of the Atlantic. Allowing captain and crew to keep recreational bag limits of all snapper grouper species could alleviate confusion among for-hire fishermen, make law enforcement more efficient, and allow captain and crew of for-hire vessels to keep these species for personal consumption. Having the correct federal citation for recreational bag limits of vermilion snapper will aid in law enforcement and reduce confusion when reading the rule.
68B-14.0036 (Recreational Bag Limits: Snapper, Grouper, Hogfish, Black Sea Bass, Red Porgy, Amberjacks, Tilefish, Exception, Wholesale/Retail Purchase Exemption.) would be amended to eliminate language prohibiting captain and crew of for-hire vessels from retaining recreational bag limits of vermilion snapper, groupers, and golden tilefish in state waters of the Atlantic. Additionally, the federal citation listed for recreational bag limits of Atlantic vermilion snapper would be amended to the current location of the federal rule.
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The Board proposes the rule amendment to update form DH-MQA 1220 incorporated by reference into this rule consistent with Rule 64B16-28.810.
- Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver (17)
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On February 18, 2014, the Department issued a Final Order that was in response to a Petition for Variance from Wells Fargo, filed February 5, 2014, and advertised on February 10, 2014 in Vol. 40, No. 27, of the Florida Administrative Register. No comments were received in response to the petition. The Final Order on the Petition for Variance denies the Petitioner a variance from Rule 8.6.5.8, ASME A17.1, 2004 edition with 2005 addenda, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code adopted by 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code that requires upgrading the elevators safety bulkhead on the bottom of the hydraulic jack because the Petitioner has not demonstrated that the purpose of the underlying statute has been met or that Petitioner would suffer a substantial hardship if required to comply with this rule (VW2014-031).
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: On February 18, 2014 the Division issued an order. The Final Order was in response to a Petition for an emergency Variance from Universal City Walk P395A (1), filed February 6, 2014, and advertised on February 10, 2014 in Vol. 40, No. 27, of the Florida Administrative Register. No comments were received in response to the petition. The Final Order on the Petition for Variance grants the Petitioner a variance from Rule 2.20.4, 2.18.5.1 and 8.11.2.1.3(cc)(1)&(2) ASME A17.1b, 2009 edition, as adopted by Rule 61C-5.001(1)(a) Florida Administrative Code that requires steel ropes of a minimum diameter of 9.5 mm because the Petitioner has demonstrated that the purpose of the underlying statute has been met and that Petitioner would suffer a substantial hardship if required to comply with this rule (VW2014-032).
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On February 18, 2014 the Division issued an order. The Final Order was in response to a Petition for a Variance from Warner Southern College/Academic Bldg, filed January 31, 2014, and advertised on February 3, 2014 in Vol. 40, No. 22, of the Florida Administrative Register. No comments were received in response to the petition. The Final Order on the Petition for Variance grants the Petitioner a variance from Rule 2.20.1, 2.18.5.1, 2.20.4, 2.20.5 and 2.20.9 ASME A17.1b, 2009 edition, as adopted by Rule 61C-5.001(1)(a) Florida Administrative Code that requires steel ropes of a minimum diameter of 9.5 mm because the Petitioner has demonstrated that the purpose of the underlying statute has been met and that Petitioner would suffer a substantial hardship if required to comply with this rule (VW2014-023).
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On February 18, 2014 the Division issued an order. The Final Order was in response to a Petition for an emergency Variance from Universal City Walk P395A (2), filed February 6, 2014, and advertised on February 10, 2014 in Vol. 40, No. 27, of the Florida Administrative Register. No comments were received in response to the petition. The Final Order on the Petition for Variance grants the Petitioner a variance from Rule 2.10.2.1 ASME A17.1b, 2009 edition and 2.4.6.2(c) ASME A17.1, 2007 edition, as adopted by Rule 61C-5.001(1)(a) Florida Administrative Code, Petitioner requests to provide a folding car top handrail because the Petitioner has demonstrated that the purpose of the underlying statute has been met and that Petitioner would suffer a substantial hardship if required to comply with this rule (VW2014-033).
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On February 18, 2014 the Division issued an order. The Final Order was in response to a Petition for a Variance from Legacy of Highwoods Preserve, filed January 28, 2014, and advertised on January 29, 2014 in Vol. 40, No. 19, of the Florida Administrative Register. No comments were received in response to the petition. The Final Order on the Petition for Variance grants the Petitioner a variance from Rule 2.20.1, 2.18.5.1ASME A17.1b, 2009 edition, as adopted by Rule 61C-5.001(1)(a) Florida Administrative Code that requires steel ropes of a minimum diameter of 9.5 mm because the Petitioner has demonstrated that the purpose of the underlying statute has been met and that Petitioner would suffer a substantial hardship if required to comply with this rule (VW2014-019).
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waiver or variance filed by Amer H. Rustum, M.D., from Rule 64B8-4.009, F.A.C., with regard to the requirement for submission of documentation of medical education directly from Petitioner’s medical school. Comments on this petition should be filed with the Board of Medicine, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C03, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3053, within 14 days of publication of this notice.
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waiver or variance filed by Nassef F. Hassan, M.D., from Rule 64B8-4.009, F.A.C., with regard to the requirement for submission of documentation of medical education directly from Petitioner’s medical school. Comments on this petition should be filed with the Board of Medicine, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C03, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3053, within 14 days of publication of this notice.
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waiver of rule 65C-15.017(3), Florida Administrative Code, from Eckerd Community Alternatives - Hillsborough and Heidi Stack. Rule 65C-15.017(3), F.A.C., states agency staff responsible for performing casework services shall have a bachelor's degree in social work or related area of study or master's degree in social work or a related area of study from an accredited college or university.
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waiver filed by Luke Guillot, M.D., from Rule 64B8-4.018, F.A.C., with regard to the residency requirement. Comments on this petition should be filed with the Board of Medicine, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C03, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3053, within 14 days of publication of this notice.
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waiver or variance filed by Devendra K. Amin, M.D., from Rule 64B8-4.009, F.A.C., with regard to the requirement for submission of documentation of medical education directly from Petitioner’s medical school. Comments on this petition should be filed with the Board of Medicine, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C03, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3053, within 14 days of publication of this notice.
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that on February 19, 2014, an Order was filed on the Petition for Variance. The Petition for Waiver or Variance was filed Dina Moshe, E.O., on December 5, 2013, seeking a waiver from Rule 64B8-51.002, F.A.C., with regard to the educational requirement for licensure as an electrologist. The Notice was published in Volume 39, No. 239, of the Florida Administrative Register, on December 11, 2013. The Board, at its meeting held on February 7, 2014, voted to grant the Petition for Waiver or Variance 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.
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waiver of rule 65C-15.017(3), Florida Administrative Code, from Lutheran Services of Florida. Rule 65C-15.017(3), F.A.C., states agency staff responsible for performing casework services shall have a bachelor's degree in social work or related area of study or master's degree in social work or a related area of study from an accredited college or university.
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that on February 19, 2014, an Order was filed on the Petition for Waiver or Variance. The Petition for Waiver or Variance was filed on behalf of Norman Samuels, M.D., on December 6, 2013, seeking a waiver from Rule 64B8-9.0131, F.A.C., with regard to the training requirements for practicing pain management. The Notice was published in Volume 39, No. 245, of the Florida Administrative Register, on December 19, 2013. The Board, at its meeting held on February 7, 2014, voted to deny the Petition for Waiver or Variance finding that the Petitioner failed to demonstrate that he has met the purpose of the underlying statute, that compliance with the rule creates an undue hardship, or that the rule violates the principles of fairness.
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waiver from Independence Village, LLC requesting a waiver from Rule 67-48.004(14)(i) in which the petitioner seeks to decrease the set aside units at the development from 24 units to 23 units. Furthermore, the petitioner seeks a waiver or variance from the Board to allow it to reduce by approximately fifteen percent (15%), from fifty percent (50%) to thirty five percent (35%), from 12 units to 8 units, the percentage of units in the demographic category “Youth Aging Out of Foster Care” (YAOFC).
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waiver of rule 65C-15.07(3), Florida Administrative Code, from Kids Central and Danielle Ganoe. Rule 65C-15.017(3), F.A.C., states agency staff responsible for performing casework services shall have a bachelor's degree in social work or related area of study or master's degree in social work or a related area of study from an accredited college or university.
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waiver for rule 65C-15.017(3), Florida Administrative Code, from Kids Central Inc., and Louis New. Rule 65C.15.017(3), F.A.C., states agency staff responsible for performing casework services shall have a bachelor's degree in social work or related area of study or master's degree in social work or a related area of study from an accredited college or university.
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waiver of rule 65C-15.017(3), Florida Administrative Code, from Kids Central Inc. and Hannah Rios. Rule 65C-15.017(3), F.A.C., states agency staff responsible for performing casework services shall have a bachelor's degree in social work or related area of study or master's degree in social work or a related area of study from an accredited college or university.
- Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings (22)
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The opportunity for a public hearing is regarding proposed changes to US 17, which is also known as State Road 35, in the Town of Zolfo Springs, Florida. US 17 (SR 35) will relocate one block east along the abandoned railroad corridor and Oak Street. If the change is adopted, the Town of Zolfo Springs will own this section of US 17 (SR 35) and rename it Main Street.; Thursday, April 17, 2014 at 5:00 p.m.; Zolfo Springs Civic Center
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The meeting will discuss on-going issues, developing issues and other matters related to the military and defense industry in Florida. The mission of the Florida Defense Alliance is to promote base efficiencies and to further military missions in the state, while supporting its military families' quality of life.; Tuesday, February 25, 2014, 2:00 p.m. EST; Call-in Number: (800) 501-8979 Access Code: 2986640
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Committee Members will discuss financial reports, vendor contracts, budget and friends' business.; Finance and Investment Committee Meeting, February 27, 2014 at 4:00 p.m.; Mission San Luis, 2100 W Tennessee Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32304
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Depopulation Committee Meeting: Topics to include Historical Depopulation Statistics; March 11, 2014, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.; Sheraton Orlando North, 600 N. Lake Destiny Drive, Maitland, FL 32751
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Market Accountability Advisory Committee (MAAC): Topics to include but not limited to Clearinghouse Update.; March 11, 2014, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.; Sheraton Orlando North, 600 N. Lake Destiny Drive, Maitland, FL 32751
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: The purpose of the meeting is to update the members of the WQPP Canal Restoration Advisory Subcommittee on the progress of ongoing projects and to discuss future actions. The meeting is open to the public.; February 28, 2014, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon; Marathon Government Center, Board Meeting Room, 2798 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050
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Florida Rehabilitation Council Executive Conference Call
General Executive Business; March 5, 2014 9:00 a.m. -until finished or 11:00 a.m.; Conference Call (888) 670-3525
Conference Code (7923533220)
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Florida Rehabilitation Council Evaluation Committee
General Evaluation Committee Business; March 13, 2014, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. EST.; Conference Call (888) 670-3525
Conference Code (7923533220)
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Florida Rehabilitation Council Planning and Coordination Committee
Genderal Planning and Coordination Business; March 4, 2014, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. EST.; Conference Call (888) 670-3525
Conference Code (7923533220)
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Florida Rehabilitation Council Public Awareness Committee
General Public Awareness Business; March 3, 2014, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. EST.; Conference Call (888) 670-3525
Conference Code (7923533220)
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Florida Rehabilitation Council Legislative Committee
General Legislative Business; March 11, 2014, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. EST.; Conference Call (888) 670-3525
Conference Code (7923533220)
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To validate and aggregate the Evaluators’ individual scores to determine the total score for each responsive reply to Invitation to Negotiate, ITN 14-01, Advertising, Digital Marketing, and Public Relations Services for the Florida Prepaid College Board and Stanley G. Tate Florida Prepaid College Foundation.; Friday, February 28, 2014, beginning at 9:00 a.m.; The Hermitage Centre, Gold Coast Conference Room, 1801 Hermitage Blvd., Tallahassee, Florida, 32308.
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Committee meetings, probable cause panel (portions of which may be closed to the public), general board business.; April 9 - 11, 2014, 9:00 a.m.; Tampa Marriott Westshore, 1001 N Westshore Blvd, Tampa, FL
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A regular meeting of the Board of Directors. The meeting is subject to cancellation for lack of a quaorum or unavailability of an interpreter.; Wednesday, February 26, 2014 at 10:00 a.m.; Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc.
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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 three rules, Rule 19-8.013, F.A.C., Revenue Bonds Issued Pursuant to Section 215.555(6), F.S., 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.; March 6, 2014, 9:00 a.m. (ET).; Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida.
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Regular business meeting; February 28, 2014, 9:00a.m. – 12:00p.m. or upon conclusion of business; Florida Dept of Education, 325 W Gaines St, Rm 1703/07, Tallahassee, FL 32399
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To conduct the regular business of the Navigation District.; Friday, March 7, 2014, 10:30 a.m.; Venice City Hall, 401 W. Venice Avenue, Venice, Fl 34285
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General business of the council.; April 30, 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
May 1, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
May 2, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.; Sheraton Tampa East, 10221 Princess Palm Avenue, Tampa, FL 33610
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Joint Agricultural and Green Industry Advisory Committee. This meeting will include a FARMS Project tour. One or more Governing Board members may attend.; Thursday, March 13, 2014 at 10:00 a.m.; 14576 Blackjack Road, Dover, FL 33527
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General business for the Florida Veterans Hall of Fame.; March 6, 2014, 10:00 a.m.; Capitol Conference Rm. 2107
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Quarterly Meeting; March 7, 2014, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.; Florida State Capitol and
The Doubletree by Hilton
101 South Adams Street
Tallahassee, FL 32301
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Committee Attendance at 3/7/14 ELAC Meeting
Selection and Presentation of ELC Best Practices at 3/7/14 ELAC Meeting; February 25, 2014, 2:00 p.m.; Dial-in # 888-670-3525
Participant Code 7107343387