- Proposed Rules (5)
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The proposed rule amendments reduce the application fee required to establish a site specific alternative criterion in surface waters. The proposed rules also revise the limit on the size of turbidity mixing zones and the anti-degradation threshold for turbidity in Outstanding Florida Waters for Joint Coastal Permit projects.
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The proposed rule amendments update the listing methodology for human health-based water quality criteria to determine water body impairments.
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The proposed rule amendments update the listing methodology for assessment of the revised Dissolved Oxygen (DO) criteria to determine waterbody impairments and implement a variety of miscellaneous updates identified during the Triennial Review of Florida’s water quality standards.
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The proposed rule amendments revise the human health-based surface water quality criteria to account for updated fish consumption rates among Floridians. Criteria were derived using a probabilistic model.
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The proposed rule amendments revise several definitions used in Chapter 62-302, F.A.C., and correct several typographical errors in Rule 62-302.400, F.A.C. Revisions to Rule 62-302.500, F.A.C., establish numeric criteria for Lindane based on acute toxicity effects. The Department also proposes to amend Rule 62-302.530, F.A.C., to: (1) clarify how surface water quality criteria are applied, (2) update a number of surface water quality criteria, (3) correct outdated rule references for a number of surface water quality criteria, and (4) allow for the use of Ekman and Ponar sampling devices for determining the Shannon-Weaver Diversity Index. Rule 62-302.532, F.A.C., is revised to establish numeric nutrient criteria in the Tidal Peace River estuary. Rule 62-302.533, F.A.C., is created to update the surface water quality criteria for dissolved oxygen (DO) in both fresh and marine waters.
- Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver (12)
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PHCC Porter Campus @ Wiregrass. Petitioner seeks an emergency variance of the requirements of ASME A17.1b, Section 2.20.4, 2.18.5, 2.18.5.1 and 8.11.2.1.3(cc)(1) & (3) as adopted by 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code that requires steel ropes of a minimum diameter of 9.5 mm 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 (VW2013-101).
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Florida Polytech. Petitioner seeks an emergency variance of the requirements of ASME A17.1b, Section 2.20.4, 2.18.5, 2.18.5.1 and 8.11.2.1.3(cc)(1) & (3) as adopted by 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code that requires steel ropes of a minimum diameter of 9.5 mm 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 (VW2013-102).
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Plaza on University, Orlando, FL. Petitioner seeks an emergency variance of the requirements of ASME A17.1b, Section 2.20.4 and 2.24.2.1 as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code adopted by 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code that requires the use of a 9.5 mm steel rope and requirement of a metallic sheave 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 (VW2013-103).
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On March 28, 2013, the Department issued a Final Order that was in response to a Petition for Variance from Berkley 6545 & Claridge 6546, filed March 6, 2013, and advertised on March 8, 2013 in Vol. 39, No. 47, 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 3.10.4(t) and 3.3.2 ASME A17.3, 1996 edition, 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 stop switch either keyed or behind a locked cover and platform guards because the Petitioner has not demonstrated that the purpose of the rule will be met or that Petitioner would suffer a substantial hardship if required to comply with this rule (VW2013-068).
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On March 28, 2013 the Division issued an order. The Final Order was in response to a Petition for an emergency temporary Variance from Trafalgar Court, filed March 18, 2013, and advertised on March 20, 2013 in Vol. 39, No. 55, 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 3.11.3 ASME A17.3, 1996 edition, as adopted by Rule 61C-5.001(1)(a) Florida Administrative Code that requires upgrading the elevators fire fighter service until July 1, 2015 because the Petitioner has demonstrated that the intent of the rule will be met and that Petitioner would suffer a substantial hardship if required to comply with this rule (VW2013-090).
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On March 28, 2013 the Division issued an order. The Final Order was in response to a Petition for an emergency Variance from Florida Dental Implant & Oral Surgery, filed March 18, 2013, and advertised on March 19, 2013 in Vol. 39, No. 54, 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 2.18.5.1, 2.20.4, and 8.11.2.1.3(cc)1&3 ASME A17.1b, 2009 edition, as adopted by Rule 61C-5.001(1)(a) Florida Administrative Code that requires suspension and governor ropes be no less than 9.5mm because the Petitioner has demonstrated that the intent of the rule will be met and that Petitioner would suffer a substantial hardship if required to comply with this rule (VW2013-089).
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On March 28, 2013 the Division issued an order. The Final Order was in response to a Petition for an emergency Variance from The Flats at 4200, filed March 18, 2013, and advertised on March 19, 2013 in Vol. 39, No. 54, 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 2.18.5.1, 2.20.4, and 8.11.2.1.3(cc)1&3 ASME A17.1b, 2009 edition, as adopted by Rule 61C-5.001(1)(a) Florida Administrative Code that requires suspension and governor ropes be no less than 9.5mm because the Petitioner has demonstrated that the intent of the rule will be met and that Petitioner would suffer a substantial hardship if required to comply with this rule (VW2013-087).
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On March 28, 2013 the Division issued an order. The Final Order was in response to a Petition for an emergency Variance from The Florida Winery, filed March 18, 2013, and advertised on March 19, 2013 in Vol. 39, No. 54, 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 2.18.5.1, 2.20.4, and 8.11.2.1.3(cc)1&3 ASME A17.1b, 2009 edition, as adopted by Rule 61C-5.001(1)(a) Florida Administrative Code that requires suspension and governor ropes be no less than 9.5mm because the Petitioner has demonstrated that the intent of the rule will be met and that Petitioner would suffer a substantial hardship if required to comply with this rule (VW2013-086).
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On March 28, 2013 the Division issued an order. The Final Order was in response to a Petition for an emergency Variance from Santos Isle, filed March 18, 2013, and advertised on March 19, 2013 in Vol. 39, No. 54, 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 2.18.5.1, 2.20.4, and 8.11.2.1.3(cc)1&3 ASME A17.1b, 2009 edition, as adopted by Rule 61C-5.001(1)(a) Florida Administrative Code that requires suspension and governor ropes be no less than 9.5mm because the Petitioner has demonstrated that the intent of the rule will be met and that Petitioner would suffer a substantial hardship if required to comply with this rule (VW2013-085).
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On March 28, 2013 the Division issued an order. The Final Order was in response to a Petition for an emergency Variance from Seminole Heights Library, filed March 18, 2013, and advertised on March 19, 2013 in Vol. 39, No. 54, 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 2.18.5.1, 2.20.4, and 8.11.2.1.3(cc)1&3 ASME A17.1b, 2009 edition, as adopted by Rule 61C-5.001(1)(a) Florida Administrative Code that requires suspension and governor ropes be no less than 9.5mm because the Petitioner has demonstrated that the intent of the rule will be met and that Petitioner would suffer a substantial hardship if required to comply with this rule (VW2013-088).
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On March 28, 2013 the Division issued an order. The Final Order was in response to a Petition for a temporary Variance for the month of July, 2013 from Tampa Convention Center, filed March 4, 2013, and advertised on March 8, 2013 in Vol. 39, No. 47, 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 207.4(b)&(c) ASME A17.1b, 1998 edition, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code adopted by Rule 61C-5.001(1)(a) Florida Administrative Code that restricts the carrying of passengers on freight elevators because the Petitioner has demonstrated that the intent of the rule will be met and that Petitioner would suffer a substantial hardship if required to comply with this rule (VW2013-063).
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an Emergency Variance for Subparagraph 3-305.11(A)(2), 2009 FDA Food Code, Paragraph 3-305.14, 2009 FDA Food Code, Paragraph 6-202.15, 2009 FDA Food Code, Paragraph 6-202.16, 2009 FDA Food Code, Paragraph 61C-4.010(1), Florida Administrative Code, and Paragraph 61C-4.010(6), Florida Administrative Code from Café 100\All Occasions Catering located in St. Petersburg. The above referenced F.A.C. addresses the requirement for proper handling and dispensing of food. They are requesting to dispense bulk potentially hazardous foods other than frankfurters from an open air mobile food dispensing vehicle.
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 (15)
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To review complaints in which a determination of the existence of probable cause has already been made.; April 23, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.; Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Office of the General Counsel, 1940 N. Monroe Street, Suite 42, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2202, (850) 488-0062.
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To conduct the regular business of the Agency on Bay Management; April 11, 2013 at 9:00 a.m.; 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd., Suite 100, Pinellas Park, FL 33782
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Matters pertaining to the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind.; April 19, 2013, 9:00 a.m.; Moore Hall Center for Learning Development, Room 126, FSDB Campus, 207 N. San Marco Avenue, St. Augustine, FL 32084
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This is a public meeting of interested stakeholders to discuss the St. Lucie River and Estuary Basin Management Action Plan (BMAP). The BMAP is the means for implementation of the adopted Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs). The primary purpose of this meeting is to discuss the draft BMAP document prior to submission for adoption.; April 10, 2013 9:30 AM; Martin County Commission Chambers, Administrative Center, 1st Floor, 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, Florida 34996
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General board business.; July 15-16, 2013, 9:00 a.m.; Floridays Resort, 12562 International Drive, Orlando, Florida 32821, (407)238-7700.
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The Committee on Continuing Professional Education will meet to discuss items relating to CPE credits.; Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 9:00 a.m.; Teleconference
Conference Number: 888-670-3525
Conference Code: 6144029271
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Chairman report, Committee updates, and other organizational matters regarding the committees.; Training Subcommittee, Wednesday, April 17, 2013, 9:30 a.m.
Local Emergency Planning Committee, Wednesday, April 17, 2013, 10:30 a.m.
; Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council, 1241 SW 10th Street, Ocala, FL 34471-0323
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The purpose of the meeting is for the Commission to vote on the disposition of cases pending before it for decision.; Wednesday, May 1, 2013, 10:00 a.m. ET; Call 888-670-3525 and when prompted, enter pass code 1760507820 followed by the # key.
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This Hearing is being held to allow interested persons an opportunity to express their views concerning the location, conceptual design, and social, economic, and environmental effects of the proposed improvements to SR 9/I-95 from SR 848 / Stirling Road to north of SR 816 / Oakland Park Boulevard in Broward County (Financial Management Number 429804-1-22-01; Efficient Transportation Decision Making (ETDM) Number 13168). The primary purpose of this project is to enhance operational capacity and relieve congestion along this segment of the SR 9/I-95 Expressway, which extends approximately 9 miles from SR 848/Stirling Road to north of SR 816/Oakland Park Boulevard in Broward County. The study focused on evaluating the addition of tolled Express Lanes in the median of I-95 with opportunities to accommodate regional express bus service.; Thursday, April 11, 2013 at 5:30 p.m., Formal Presentation at 6:30 p.m. followed by a public comment period.
; Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port Hotel, 1825 Griffin Road, Dania Beach, Florida 33004
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Cape Canaveral Spaceport Master Plan Public Workshop and Call for Projects; April 26, 2013 9:00AM - 12:00PM EST; The Canaveral Port Authority Chambers, 445 Challenger Road, Cape Canaveral, Florida 32920
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A rule development workshop will be held on proposed additions/changes to liquefied petroleum gas rules contained in Rule Chapter 5F-11, F.A.C.; April 22, 2013, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Eyster Auditorium
3125 Conner Boulevard
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1650
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Application review and general board business.; Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. and
Thursday, April 25, 2013 at 9:00 a.m.; The Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Professions Board Room, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399.
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Governing Board Meetings to consider District business and conduct public hearings on regulatory and real estate matters.; Tuesday, April 9, 2013, 9:00 a.m.; District Headquarters, 9225 CR 49, Live Oak, FL 32060
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Regular monthly meeting of the SSRC Finance and Budget Workgroup.
If any person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting or hearing, he/she will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence from which the appeal is to be issued.; Monday, April 8, 2013; 1:00 PM; SSRC Administrative Offices, Conference Room 101, 2002 Old St. Augustine Road, Building C, Tallahassee, FL; conference call: (888)670-3525; participant passcode: 7934058106#.
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The purpose of the meeting is to update the members of the Canal Restoration Advisory Subcommittee on the progress of ongoing projects and to discuss future actions. The meeting is open to the public.; April 11, 2013, 9:00 a.m.; Marathon Government Center, Board Meeting Room, 2798 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050