- Notices of Development of Proposed Rules and Negotiated Rulemaking (10)
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The rule is being amended to include additional equipment on the list of recycling equipment. Several minor changes are also being made to update cross-references and correct grammar.
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In January 2009, the rule chapter was amended to incorporate specialized programs such as serious habitual offender and intensive residential treatment programs. Specific language excluding these programs from the scope of the rule chapter was deleted at that time. However, language in a single definition, which repeated the exclusion, was inadvertently retained, and now must be deleted.
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The purpose of the rule development is to develop curricular flexibility options without compromising students’ educational needs. The effect will be a rule that addresses curricular flexibility for youth in the Department of Juvenile Justice Detention, Commitment, Day Treatment or Early Delinquency Intervention Programs.
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The purpose of the proposed change is to preserve the separation distances that existed in prior editions of the National Fire Protection Standards.
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The purpose of the rule development is to amend definitions and clarify the process relative to the Industry Certification Funding List.
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Amendments proposed to Rule 40D-1.659, F.A.C., are part of a larger rule package, the purpose of which is to adopt revised and updated Water Use Permit application and supplemental information forms. The revised forms will coordinate with ongoing refinements in the information-gathering capabilities of the District’s Water Management Information System, or WMIS, which is being expanded to allow electronic submittal of a greater range of permit applications. The effect will be to elicit through the permit application forms all of the specific information and supporting documentation normally required to determine that a requested water use meets the conditions for permit issuance.
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Amendments are proposed to Rules 40D-2.091, 40D-2.101, 40D-2.331, F.A.C., to adopt revised and updated Water Use Permit application and supplemental information forms. The revised forms will coordinate with ongoing refinements in the information-gathering capabilities of the District’s Water Management Information System, or WMIS, which is being expanded to allow electronic submittal of a greater range of permit applications. The effect will be to elicit through the permit application forms all of the specific information and supporting documentation normally required to determine that a requested water use meets the conditions for permit issuance.
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To assure water necessary for the protection of fish and wildlife in the St. Lucie Estuary as part of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan for the Indian River Lagoon – South Project.
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To assure water necessary for the protection of fish and wildlife in the St. Lucie Estuary as part of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan for the Indian River Lagoon – South Project.
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To assure water necessary for the protection of fish and wildlife in the St. Lucie Estuary as part of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan for the Indian River Lagoon – South Project.
- Proposed Rules (19)
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The purpose of this new rule section is to implement the provisions of Senate Bill 192 (2008) which was effective July 1, 2008. Once signed into law, the Senate Bill became, in part, Section 258.008, Florida Statutes. Section 258.008, Florida Statutes, changed Florida law to allow for relatively minor violations of state park rules to be punishable by civil fines. Prior to this change, these offenses were punishable as second degree misdemeanors, thereby creating a criminal record for an individual violating a state park rule. This rulemaking is an effort to provide notice to the public of the change in law and to outline the civil fine schedule.
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The purpose of the proposed new Rule 71-1.001, F.A.C., is to grant delegation of authority to the Executive Director of the Agency for Enterprise Information Technology (AEIT) from the Governor and Cabinet for the general day-to-day administrative duties of the Agency, for those duties and responsibilities relating to enterprise IT services and information security, and for those duties and responsibilities relating to the state data center system. The effect of this rule is a decrease in the day-to-day responsibilities of the Governor and Cabinet in regards to the statutory obligations of the AEIT, and an increase in the efficiency and ease of administration of the AEIT to perform its statutory obligations.
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The purpose and effect of the proposed amendments to Rule 40D-1.107, F.A.C., is to adopt a revised legal description of the District’s Hillsborough River Basin. The Hillsborough River Basin will be re-defined to include the area formerly within the Northwest Hillsborough River Basin.
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The purpose and effect is to raise all fines to maximum of $5,000 in all disciplinary instances.
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The purpose and effect is to require passage of pertinent exam as other certificate holder categories had to do.
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The purpose and effect is to update the existing language in this rule related to boarding and disembarking for Fort Pierce and Port St. Joe pilots.
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The purpose of the proposed rule is to codify guidelines for determining penalties in disciplinary actions against the division’s public food service and lodging licensees. The effect of the proposed rule will be to provide licensees with standardized penalties that will be imposed on public food service and lodging establishments licensed by the division for failing to comply with the law. The proposed rule implements the requirement in Section 455.2273, Florida Statutes, for the division to adopt rules addressing disciplinary guidelines.
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To comply with the statutory mandates of Section 627.6675(3), F.S., relating to the creation of standard risk rates.
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This rule is being repealed because it is duplicated by Rule 61G15-20.0015, F.A.C., and it is therefore redundant.
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Amending maturity standards for Ambersweet oranges, requested by the Florida Citrus Packers Association.
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The Board proposes the rule amendment to conform the Board’s continuing education standards to the national standards of the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
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The purpose of the proposed rule amendment to Rule 59G-4.105, F.A.C., is to incorporate by reference in rule the Florida Medicaid Freestanding Dialysis Center Coverage and Limitations Handbook, May 2009. The revised handbook includes updated policy for billing for dialysis treatments and injectable medications and updated references to the new Medicaid fiscal agent’s Web Portal. The effect will be to incorporate by reference in rule the Florida Medicaid Freestanding Dialysis Center Coverage and Limitations Handbook, May 2009.
The purpose of Rule 59G-4.106, F.A.C., is to incorporate by reference in rule the Freestanding Dialysis Center Fee Schedule, May 2009. The effect will be to incorporate by reference in rule the Freestanding Dialysis Center Fee Schedule, May 2009.
In the Notice of Rule Development we stated the effective dates of the handbook and fee schedule were January 2009. We changed these dates to May 2009.
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The purpose is to repeal Rule 59G-8.300, F.A.C., Medicaid Case Management, because it is obsolete. Case management policy is in the Home and Community-Based Services Coverage and Limitations Handbooks, which are incorporated by reference in Rule Chapter 59G-13, F.A.C. Case Management policy is also in the general Home and Community-Based Services Waivers Rule, 59G-13.080, F.A.C. Case management is defined in the general Medicaid Definitions Rule, 59G-1.010, F.A.C. Mental Health Targeted Case Management is in Rule 59G-4.199, F.A.C. The effect will be to repeal Rule 59G-6.050, F.A.C.
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The purpose and effect is to repeal the rule.
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As anticipated by the statutory authority for these rules, the context has been integrated in the 2007 Florida Building Code.
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To update the Florida College Investment Plan Participation Agreement Form.
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The Board proposes the rule amendment to add language to include “Class III Composite” to the Practical or Clinical Examination.
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The purpose of this chapter is to implement the provisions of Section 394.9082, F.S., by setting forth uniform standards and procedures for the qualifications, essential functions and operation of behavioral managing entities with regard to the development of an integrated community-based system of care.
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The Board proposes the rule amendment to delete unnecessary language and to adopt new language setting forth new supplemental dental education requirements for dental licensure applicants that graduated from unaccredited dental schools or from dental schools not approved by the Board.
- Notices of Changes, Corrections and Withdrawals (20)
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Temporary Licenses Issued Under a Declared Emergency, Refunds, Public Use Forms
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Anesthesiologist Assistant Protocols and Performance
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Anesthesiologist Assistant Protocols and Performance
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Definitions
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Supplemental Educational Services in Title I Schools
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Selected Exempt Service Extraordinary Payment Plan
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Location and Installation, System Size Determinations, Alternative Systems
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Continuing Education as a Condition for Renewal or Reactivation
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Restoration of Forfeited Gain Time
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Licensure by Endorsement, Licensure by Examination
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Documentation Necessary for Licensure Application
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English Proficiency Requirement for Licensure
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License by Endorsement
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Payment of Claims
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General, Definitions, Forms, Exemptions, Operational Requirements, Construction Plan or Modification Plan Approval, Construction Plan Approval Standards, Recirculation and Treatment System Requirements, Supervision and Safety, Wading Pools, Spa Pools, Water Recreation Attractions and Specialized Pools, Bathing Places, Fee Schedule, Exemptions and Variances, Enforcement, Public Pool Service Technician Certification
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Application for Examination and Licensure
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Apprenticeship Requirements and Training Program
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Apprenticeship Requirements and Training Program
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Agency Description, Office Hours, Location, Boundaries, Statutes and Rules, Delegation of Authority by the Board of Directors, Designation of Agency Clerk and Official Reporter, Maintenance of Records, General Description of Agency Operations, Adoption of Model Rules of Procedure, Public Information and Inspection and Copying of Records
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Purpose and Intent
- Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver (17)
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JR Eisenman LLC., seeking a variance from Rule 62-521.400, F.A.C., to allow a fuel tank within 500 feet of a potable water supply well. The petition has been assigned OGC File No. 09-0525.
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waiver from Steven V. Batic, Application No. 09-0220-2, for utilization of Works or Lands of the District known as the C-13 Canal, for the proposed placement of 13 palm trees within 40' of the top of the canal bank located at 9830 N. W. 31st Place; Section 19, Township 49 South, Range 41 East, Broward County. The petition seeks relief from subsections 40E-6.011(4) and (6), Florida Administrative Code, which governs the placement of permanent and/or semi-permanent above-ground structures within 40' of the top of the canal bank within Works or Lands of the District.
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an EMERGENCY Variance for Section 509.221(1)(b), Florida Statutes, paragraph 61C-1.004(2)(a), subsections 61C-4.010(6), (7), Florida Administrative Code; and Section 6-402.11, 2001 FDA Food Code, from The Pup Tent located in Lauderhill. The above referenced F.A.C. addresses the need for the establishment to provide a bathroom for use by customers and employees installed with a hand wash sink provided with hot and cold running water. They are requesting to share a properly equipped bathroom located within a nearby establishment.
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waiver from the Town of Miami Lakes, Application No. 09-0316-7, for utilization of Works or Lands of the District known as the C-8 Canal, for the proposed installation of a fence to be placed within the District’s right of way along the C-8 (Biscayne) Canal; Section 14, Township 52 South, Range 40 East, Miami-Dade County. The Petition seeks relief from subsections 40E-6.011(4) and (6), Florida Administrative Code, which governs the placement of permanent and/or semi-permanent above-ground structures within 40' of the top of the canal bank within Works or Lands of the District.
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an EMERGENCY Variance for subparagraph 61C-1.002(5)(a)2., Florida Administrative Code, from Adventure Landing Dippin Dots located in Jacksonville. The above referenced F.A.C. addresses the requirement that a mobile food dispensing vehicle be a vehicle that is otherwise movable. They are requesting to mount the mobile food dispensing vehicle on casters rather than an axle.
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an EMERGENCY Variance for Paragraph 4-301.12(A), and Section 5-203.13, 2001 FDA Food Codes; subsections 61C-1.004(1) and 61C-4.010(5), Florida Administrative Code, from Adventure Landing Melt Away Bay located in Jacksonville. The above referenced F.A.C. addresses the requirement for the establishment to provide a three-compartment sink and mop sink at the establishment. They are requesting to share a three-compartment sink and mop sink with another establishment located within the same theme park/entertainment complex under the same ownership.
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Temporary Waiver of Rule 60BB-8.201, Florida Administrative Code, from the Early Learning Coalition of Southwest Florida, 5256 Summerlin Commons Way, #201, Fort Myers, Florida 33907.
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permanent waiver of paragraph 11B-35.0024(2)(a), F.A.C., by Kathy Merus. The petitioner wishes to waive that portion of the rule which limits a basic recruit to retaking EITHER one high-liability proficiency OR one test of cognitive knowledge during his or her basic recruit training. The Petitioner’s training school permitted her to retake one of each. The Petitioner passed her State Officer Certification Examination and is employed as an officer.
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Emergency Petition for Variance from subsection 60BB-4.210(1), Florida Administrative Code, from the Early Learning Coalition of Orange County, P. O. Box 540387, Orlando, Florida 32854.
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Emergency Petition for Temporary Waiver of paragraph 60BB-8.201(4)(a), Florida Administrative Code, from the Early Learning Coalition of Orange County, P. O. Box 540387, Orlando, Florida 32854.
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a ROUTINE Variance for subsection 61C-4.010(5) and Paragraph 4-301.12(A), 2001 FDA Food Code from Café Express located in Miami Springs. The above referenced F.A.C. addresses the requirement that each establishment have facilities for washing, rinsing and sanitizing dishes and utensils. They are requesting to utilize the dishwashing facilities located in another establishment on another level under the same ownership.
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variance from Hamilton County Board of Commissioners, 207 N. E. First Street, Jasper, FL 32052, pursuant to Section 120.542, F.S. Petitioner is seeking a variance from paragraph 40B-4.3030(12)(b), F.A.C., as to the 75-foot setback requirement. The property owner intends to construct a gravel road and a portion of a gravel parking area within the 75-foot setback, located in Township 2 North, Range 12 East, Section 1, Hamilton County. These rules are intended to set forth criteria for development activities within a Work of the District. Comments on this petition should be filed with: Jon Dinges, District Clerk, SRWMD, 9225 CR 49, Live Oak, FL 32060, within 14 days of publication of this notice. The petition has been assigned ERP Number 07-0006M.
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Jon Edenfield, M.S., OTR/L. The Notice of Petition for Variance or Waiver of Rule 64B11-6.001, F.A.C., Continuing Education Program Approval was published in Vol. 35, No. 7, of the February 20, 2009, Florida Administrative Weekly. Petitioner has requested the Petitioner for Variance or Waiver be withdrawn.
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Dawn S. Stubbs, seeking a waiver or variance of paragraph 64B7-28.009(3)(a), F.A.C., with respect to the 12 hours of continuing education via live classroom instruction which includes hands on instruction or demonstration due to financial hardship, and Rule 64B7-28.010, F.A.C., with respect to the requirements for board approved continuing education programs from a foreign sovereign state.
Comments on this petition should be filed with the: Board of Massage Therapy, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C06, Tallahassee, FL 32399-3256, within 14 days of publication of this notice.
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Vladislav Simakov, seeking a waiver or variance of paragraph 64B7-28.009(3)(a), F.A.C., with respect to the 12 hours of continuing education via live classroom instruction which includes hands on instruction or demonstration due to financial hardship.
Comments on this petition should be filed with the: Board of Massage Therapy, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C06, Tallahassee, FL 32399-3256, within 14 days of publication of this notice.
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Evelyn Mora, seeking a waiver or variance of paragraph 64B17-3.001(4)(i), F.A.C., with respect to the speaking portion of the TOEFL Examination.
Comments on this petition should be filed with the: Board of Physical Therapy, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C05, Tallahassee, FL 32399-3255, within 14 days of publication of this notice.
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the City of Boynton Beach’s Petition for Variance of Section VIII.B. of the Department of State’s Guidelines for the State Aid Program, which are incorporated into paragraph 1B-2.011(2)(a), Florida Administrative Code. These Guidelines provide that grant applicants have 30 days to cure an application deficiency. The City/Petitioner requested a 45-day extension of this deadline so that the City would have time to complete and submit the required, City-wide audit with its grant application. Notice of the petition was published in the March 6, 2009 issue of the Florida Administrative Weekly. On March 31, 2009, the Department of State entered an order granting the rule variance. The general basis for the Department of State’s decision is that even though the City exercised due diligence in completing its grant application, it was unable to submit the required City-wide financial audit. This audit had been delayed due to turnover of all (four) professional positions in the Department of Financial Services, which was the agency in charge of the City-wide audit. Relief was granted because strict application of the rule at issue would have violated principles of fairness: the City would have forfeited $55,791 in grant funds if the Department of State had not granted the extension to cure its application deficiency due to circumstances outside of the control of the City.
- Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings (93)
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The Board of Governors will receive and consider quarterly reports from the Association’s Investment Counsel, General Counsel, Servicing Carrier, Claims Committee, RFA Selection Committee, General Manager, and such other business properly brought before the Board.; Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 9:00 a.m.; Killearn Inn, Tallahassee, FL 32309
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The Claims and Underwriting Committee will receive and consider reports from the Association’s General Counsel, General Manager, Servicing Carrier, and such other business properly brought before the Committee.; Tuesday, April 28, 2009, 4:00 p.m.; Killearn Inn, Tallahassee, FL 32309
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The RFA Selection Committee will receive and consider issues involving the Prospective Deficiency Fund, The Alvin E. Smith Grant program, and such other business properly brought before the Committee.; Tuesday, April 28, 2009, 2:00 p.m.; Killearn Inn, Tallahassee, FL 32309
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Official business of the Florida Mobile Home Relocation Corporation. Review of mobile home owner applications for compensation for relocation and/or abandonment due to change in land use, and such other business as may come before the board. A schedule for the next meeting will be determined.; Thursday, April 23, 2009, 2:00 p.m.; Teleconference
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Southwest District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; June 2, 2009, 9:30 a.m. (EST); Temple Shalom, 23190 Utica Avenue, Port Charlotte, FL 33949
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North Dade District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; June 11, 2009, 10:30 a.m. (EST); North Miami Beach Public Library, 1601 N. E. 164th Street, North, North Miami Beach, FL 33162
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South Central District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; June 11, 2009, 2:00 p.m. (EST); Rath Senior CoNEXTions and Education Center, 1350 E. Main Street, Ste. 200, Bartow, FL 33830
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Treasure Coast District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; June 8, 2009, 10:00 a.m. (EST); 3501 Kirby Loop Road, Ft. Pierce, FL 34981
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Broward District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; June 9, 2009, 1:00 p.m. (EST); 1400 West Commercial Blvd., 2nd Floor, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309
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First Coast District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; June 9, 2009, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (EST); Elder Source, 4160 Woodcock Drive, Bldg. 2800, 2nd Floor, Jacksonville, FL 32207
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First Coast South District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; June 10, 2009, 1:00 p.m. (EST); 210 North Palmetto Ave., Room 148, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
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Pasco and North Pinellas District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; June 18, 2009, 10:00 a.m. (EST); Regency Park Library, Meeting Room, 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey, FL 34654
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Mid and South Pinellas District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; June 18, 2009, 1:00 p.m. (EST); 11351 Ulmerton Rd., Ste. 303, Largo, FL 33778
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West Central District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; June 12, 2009, 10:00 a.m. (EST); First Presbyterian Church of Brandon, 121 Carver Ave., Room D, Brandon, FL 33510
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East Central District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; June 11, 2009, 12:00 Noon – 2:45 p.m. (EST); Mayor William Beardall Senior Center, 800 South Delaney Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801
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North Central District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; June 18, 2009, 12:30 p.m. (EST); Haven Hospice, 4200 N. W. 90th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32606
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Panhandle District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; June 17, 2009, 9:30 a.m. (EST); Department of Environmental Protection, 3800 Common Wealth Blvd., Room 101, Tallahassee, FL 32303
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Palm Beach District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; June 22, 2009, 11:00 a.m. (EST); 111 South Sapodilla Ave., Room #113B, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
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Northwest District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; June 25, 2009, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 Noon (CST); 1101 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze, FL 32561
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Withlacoochee District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; June 25, 2009, 10:00 a.m. (EST); Lake Panasoffkee Parks and Recreation Community Center, 1582 County Road 459, Lake Panasoffkee, FL 33538
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South Dade and the Florida Keys District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; June 16, 2009, 12:30 p.m. (EST); Kendall United Methodist Church, 7600 S. W. 104th Street, Miami, FL 33176
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Regular Commission Meeting.; Friday, April 24, 2009, 8:30 a.m.; Burns Building Auditorium, Department of Transportation, 605 Suwannee Street, Tallahassee, Florida
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The State Board of Administration announces a public meeting of the audit committee to which all persons are invited.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this workshop/meeting is asked to advise the agency at least 2 days before the workshop/meeting by contacting: James Linn at (850)488-4406. 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).; Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 2:00 p.m.; The Hermitage Centre, Hermitage Room, Plaza Level, 1801 Hermitage Blvd., Tallahassee, Florida
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Minutes of the May 7, 2009 meeting and such other business at the Authority may deem appropriate.; Thursday, June 4, 2009, 2:00 p.m.; Conference Room 219 West, University of Florida, Indian River Research and Education Center, 2199 South Rock Road, Fort Pierce, Florida
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Minutes of the meeting of May 7, 2009 and such other business as the Committee may deem appropriate.; Thursday, June 4, 2009, 12:30 p.m.; Conference Room 113, University of Florida Indian River Research and Education Center, 2199 South Rock Road, Fort Pierce, Florida
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The Hearing Panel of the Education Practices Commission will consider final agency action in matters dealing with the disciplining of certified educators.; A Teacher Hearing Panel, April 23, 2009, 9:00 a.m., or as soon thereafter as can be heard; Training for New Commission Member(s), 2:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter; Staybridge Suites Tallahassee, 1600 Summit Lake Drive, Tallahassee, Florida 32317, (850)219-7000
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The Hearing Panel of the Education Practices Commission will consider final agency action in matters dealing with the disciplining of certified educators.; A Teacher Hearing Panel, April 24, 2009, 9:00 a.m., or as soon thereafter as can be heard.; Staybridge Suites Tallahassee, 1600 Summit Lake Drive, Tallahassee, Florida 32317, (850)219-7000
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Environment and Natural Resources Task Force Meeting of the Heartland 2060 Regional Visioning Committee.; April 29, 2009, 9:30 a.m.; Sebring Civic Center, 355 West Center Avenue, Sebring, FL 33870
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Marketing Committee Meeting.; Tuesday, April 21, 2009, 2:00 p.m.; Main Conference Room, SFRTA’s Administrative Offices, 800 N. W. 33rd Street, Pompano Beach, FL 33064
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The SWFRPC’s Climate and Energy Subcommittee Kick-Off Meeting.; Thursday, April 23, 2009, 9:00 a.m.; Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council, 1st Floor, Conference Room, 1926 Victoria Avenue, Fort Myers, FL
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The regular quarterly meeting of the Local Emergency Planning Committee. The Training Committee will meet at 9:00 a.m.; Friday, March 17, 2009, 10:00 a.m.; ECFRPC Offices, 631 N. Wymore Road, Maitland, FL 32751
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To conduct the regular business of the Executive/Budget Committee.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this workshop/meeting is asked to advise the agency at least 3 days before the workshop/meeting by contacting: Wren Krahl at (727)570-5151, ext. 22. 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).; Monday, May 11, 2009, 9:00 a.m.; 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd., Suite 100, Pinellas Park, FL 33782
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To conduct the regular business of the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council.; Monday, May 11, 2009, 10:00 a.m.; 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd., Suite 100, Pinellas Park, FL 33782 (Please call to confirm date, time and location.)
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To conduct the regular business of the TBRPC Legislative Committee.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this workshop/meeting is asked to advise the agency at least 3 days before the workshop/meeting by contacting: Wren Krahl at (727)570-5151, ext. 22. 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).; Monday, May 11, 2009, 11:30 a.m.; 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd., #100, Pinellas Park, FL 33782
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To conduct the regular business of the Agency on Bay Management.; Thursday, May 14, 2009, 9:00 a.m.; 4000 Gateway Blvd., #100, Pinellas Park, FL 33782 (Please call to confirm date, time and location.)
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To conduct the regular business of the TBRPC Clearinghouse Review Committee.; Monday, May 18, 2009, 9:30 a.m.; 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd., #100, Pinellas Park, FL 33782 (Please Call to confirm date, time and location.)
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Regular Agenda items for presentation to Board of Supervisors: MIL Lab Report, BMP Nursery Lab report, and District Projects.; Thursday, April 16, 2009, 9:30 a.m.; USDA, Florida City Service Center Bldg., 1450 North Krome Avenue, Florida City, FL 33034
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Orientation and Training of New Physical Therapy Board Members.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this meeting is asked to advise the department at least 48 hours before the meeting by contacting: Board office at (850)488-0595. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the department by calling 1(800)955-8770 (Voice) or 1(800)955-8771 (TDD).
Please note that if a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at the above-cited meeting or hearing, he/she will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.; Thursday, May 14, 2009, 3:00 p.m. or soon thereafter; Marriott Tampa Airport, Tampa International Airport, Tampa, FL, (813)879-5151
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Routine meeting of the Advisory Council on Radiation Protection to discuss and make recommendations on, or issues relating to, the following: radiation protection; radiation dose; recommendations of national radiation organizations and professional societies; radiation requirements of federal agencies; radiation machines; radioactive materials; medical physicists; radiologic technologists and other radiological personnel including scope of practice; educational programs; authorized operator/user/physicist requirements; emergency response and preparedness; environmental monitoring; food irradiation; radiation therapy; electronic brachytherapy; fees; forms; licensure, certification, and registration; amendments to Chapters 64E-3, 64E-4, 64E-5, F.A.C., including medical use of radionuclides and other changes required by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission; and other business.; May 5, 2009, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; Tampa Airport Marriott, Santa Rosa Room, Tallahassee, FL
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Suicide Prevention Issues.; Wednesday, May 20, 2009, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.; Room 2103, The Capitol, Tallahassee, FL
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Take public testimony on all Florida Forever land acquisition projects and new proposals.; Thursday, April 30, 2009, 6:00 p.m.; Florida Public Archaeology Network at Brevard Community College (North), Building 1, Room 214, 1311 US Hwy. 1 N, Titusville, FL 32780
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Board of Directors Meeting; Thursday, April 23, 2009, 2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.; Friday, April 24, 2009, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; For further information contact Cathy at (407)823-0980
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This will be an orientation session for new Library Services and Technology Act Advisory Council members.; Tuesday, April 14, 2009, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.; Wimba Online classroom URL: http://67.202.209.252/
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This is the Final Public Hearing on the adoption of proposed amendments to Rules 69O-157.302, 69O-157.303, 69O-157.304, Florida Administrative Code, published on October 24, 2008 in Vol. 34, No. 43, of the Florida Administrative Weekly.
THE FULL TEXT OF THE PROPOSED RULE IS:
69O-157.302 Facility Only Rates.
(1) The footnote following Section 627.9407, F.S., states that Section 11, Ch. 2006-254, L.O.F., provides that “[t]his act shall apply to long-term care insurance policies issued or renewed on or after July 1, 2006. For any long-term care insurance policy issued prior to July 1, 2006, the provisions of [Section 627.94076, F.S.] shall apply to such policy only upon renewal of such policy on or after July 1, 2008, and the policy shall so provide by endorsement to the policy.”
(2) The following maximum new business rates are effective for 20096 rate increase filings and for 201007 rate filings until new rates are published: These annual rates are appropriate for:
(a) Tax qualified policies;
(b) A benefit of $100/day;
(c) An elimination period of 90 days.
(d) Policies offering Restoration of Benefits, and
(e) Sales in Hillsborough County
(3)(a) Facility Only Rates:
Issue Age 3-Yr Benefit
Period 5-Yr.
Benefit
Period Unlimited
Benefit
Period
30 $284.03 $350.92 $459.40
31 $287.49 $356.69 $468.20
32 $291.06 $362.46 $477.10
33 $294.63 $368.43 $486.30
34 $298.31 $374.41 $495.60
35 $301.98 $380.48 $505.10
36 $305.97 $386.97 $514.70
37 $310.07 $393.46 $524.50
38 $314.16 $400.05 $534.50
39 $318.36 $406.75 $544.70
40 $322.67 $413.65 $555.00
41 $326.97 $420.55 $565.60
42 $331.28 $427.66 $576.40
43 $335.69 $434.87 $587.40
44 $340.20 $442.18 $598.60
45 $344.72 $449.60 $610.00
46 $350.81 $458.76 $623.20
47 $357.00 $468.14 $636.70
48 $363.30 $477.71 $650.50
49 $369.71 $487.50 $664.60
50 $376.22 $497.49 $679.00
51 $382.83 $507.69 $693.80
52 $389.55 $518.09 $708.80
53 $396.38 $528.70 $724.20
54 $403.41 $539.51 $739.90
55 $410.55 $550.54 $755.90
56 $440.48 $588.75 $809.80
57 $472.61 $629.64 $867.50
58 $507.05 $673.31 $929.30
59 $543.90 $720.07 $995.50
60 $583.59 $770.03 $1,066.40
61 $626.12 $823.49 $1,142.40
62 $671.79 $880.65 $1,223.80
63 $733.74 $962.95 $1,339.80
64 $801.47 $1,052.97 $1,466.80
65 $865.58 $1,126.68 $1,569.48
66 $934.83 $1,216.81 $1,679.34
67 $1,009.62 $1,314.16 $1,796.89
68 $1,090.38 $1,419.29 $1,930.23
69 $1,211.81 $1,547.81 $2,150.64
70 $1,340.75 $1,729.87 $2,396.25
71 $1,540.77 $1,933.44 $2,669.85
72 $1,735.55 $2,160.93 $2,974.77
73 $1,924.97 $2,433.75 $3,335.67
74 $2,109.14 $2,740.95 $3,740.31
75 $2,346.15 $3,087.00 $4,194.18
76 $2,642.60 $3,476.81 $4,702.95
77 $2,976.56 $3,915.74 $5,273.55
78 $3,282.46 $4,316.20 $5,783.13
79 $3,619.73 $4,757.64 $6,342.03
80 $3,991.68 $5,244.13 $6,954.93
81 $4,401.81 $5,867.91 $7,804.10
82 $4,854.18 $6,530.20 $8,685.00
83 $5,343.31 $7,198.98 $9,574.40
84 $5,881.77 $7,874.25 $10,472.40
85 $6,474.57 $8,556.00 $11,379.10
86 $7,127.00 $9,704.97 $12,907.30
87 $7,845.30 $10,842.09 $14,419.60
88 $8,524.85 $11,967.26 $15,916.00
89 $9,263.27 $13,080.28 $17,396.40
Issue Age 3-Yr Benefit
Period 5-Yr.
Benefit
Period Unlimited
Benefit
Period
35 $247.43 $302.74 $378.50
45 $363.53 $446.70 $555.75
55 $522.32 $646.08 $810.43
65 $1,126.33 $1,406.97 $1,750.61
75 $3,073.57 $3,879.00 $4,769.07
(b) The insurers used to tabulate the above rates are:
Insurer Weighing Percentage
Bankers Life & Casualty 90.3%
Penn Treaty Network America Insurance Company 9.7%
Rulemaking Specific Authority 627.9408(1) FS. Law Implemented 627.9407(7) FS. History–New 11-1-07, Amended________.
69O-157.303 Home Health Care Only Rates.
(1) The footnote following Section 627.9407, F.S., states that Section 11, Ch. 2006-254, F.S., provides that “[t]his act shall apply to long-term care insurance policies issued or renewed on or after July 1, 2006. For any long-term care insurance policy issued prior to July 1, 2006, the provisions of [Section 627.94076, F.S.] shall apply to such policy only upon renewal of such policy on or after July 1, 2008, and the policy shall so provide by endorsement to the policy.”
(2) The following maximum new business rates are effective for 200906 rate increase filings and for 201007 rate filings until new rates are published. These annual rates are appropriate for:
(a) Tax qualified policies;
(b) A benefit of $100/day;
(c) An elimination period of 90 days;
(d) Policies offering Restoration of Benefits, and
(e) Sales in Hillsborough County. For all other counties, the rate from this table should be adjusted by the insurer’s current area factor applicable in that county relative to the insurer’s area factor in Hillsborough County.
(3)(a) Home Health Care Only Rates:
Issue Age 3-Yr.
Benefit
Period 5-Yr.
Benefit
Period Unlimited
Benefit Period
30 $269.87 $312.28 $349.95
31 $269.87 $312.28 $349.95
32 $269.87 $312.28 $349.95
33 $269.87 $312.28 $349.95
34 $269.87 $312.28 $349.95
35 $289.72 $338.50 $387.94
36 $289.72 $338.50 $387.94
37 $289.72 $338.50 $387.94
38 $289.72 $338.50 $387.94
39 $289.72 $338.50 $387.94
40 $322.79 $378.01 $432.23
41 $322.79 $378.01 $432.23
42 $322.79 $378.01 $432.23
43 $322.79 $378.01 $432.23
44 $322.79 $378.01 $432.23
45 $369.28 $443.74 $508.03
46 $369.28 $443.74 $508.03
47 $369.28 $443.74 $508.03
48 $369.28 $443.74 $508.03
49 $369.28 $443.74 $508.03
50 $419.54 $503.66 $578.79
51 $432.77 $523.33 $597.70
52 $452.62 $536.43 $623.00
53 $465.85 $562.65 $648.29
54 $485.87 $582.50 $673.50
55 $529.97 $636.44 $726.61
56 $556.75 $663.03 $768.52
57 $590.32 $699.83 $810.60
58 $630.64 $749.93 $865.74
59 $670.96 $796.74 $921.05
60 $708.00 $853.39 $976.28
61 $754.93 $903.67 $1,034.35
62 $802.05 $956.95 $1,095.97
63 $865.99 $1,040.67 $1,184.05
64 $933.27 $1,124.47 $1,281.90
65 $1,010.63 $1,214.83 $1,376.28
66 $1,087.98 $1,301.72 $1,476.97
67 $1,165.25 $1,398.64 $1,583.96
68 $1,262.76 $1,515.59 $1,707.65
69 $1,366.99 $1,642.56 $1,844.12
70 $1,477.73 $1,772.81 $1,986.80
71 $1,595.09 $1,912.89 $2,135.79
72 $1,712.46 $2,056.24 $2,297.47
73 $1,840.71 $2,204.01 $2,445.41
74 $1,968.78 $2,355.32 $2,599.83
75 $2,106.93 $2,516.29 $2,763.85
76 $2,248.33 $2,680.72 $2,930.87
77 $2,389.72 $2,848.23 $3,104.12
78 $2,571.75 $3,056.67 $3,308.54
79 $2,753.77 $3,268.58 $3,519.36
80 $2,949.12 $3,483.48 $3,726.71
81 $3,151.09 $3,715.14 $3,950.13
82 $3,359.66 $3,949.80 $4,179.86
83 $3,571.71 $4,188.29 $4,410.21
84 $3,793.92 $4,433.35 $4,656.64
85 $4,025.90 $4,688.13 $4,899.59
86 $4,267.96 $4,952.94 $5,158.79
87 $4,513.17 $5,224.30 $5,420.66
88 $4,885.73 $5,633.61 $5,792.96
89 $5,261.44 $6,049.38 $6,171.47
Issue Age 3-Yr.
Benefit
Period 5-Yr.
Benefit
Period Unlimited
Benefit Period
35 $166.18 $203.65 $242.26
45 $245.38 $306.44 $366.65
55 $369.58 $455.50 $548.26
65 $691.78 $836.06 $989.23
75 $1,318.83 $1,520.52 $1,702.93
(b) The insurers used to tabulate the above rates are:
Insurer Weighing Percentage
Bankers Life & Casualty Company 97.2%
Colonial American Life Insurance Company
Penn Treaty Network America Insurance Company 2.3%
0.5%
Rulemaking Authority 627.9408(1) FS. Law Implemented 627.9407(7) FS. History–New 11-1-07, Amended________.
69O-157.304 Comprehensive Only Rates.
(1) The footnote following Section 627.9407, F.S., states that Section 11, Ch. 2006-254, L.O.F., provides that “[t]his act shall apply to long-term care insurance policies issued or renewed on or after July 1, 2006. For any long-term care insurance policy issued prior to July 1, 2006, the provisions of [Section 627.94076, F.S.] shall apply to such policy only upon renewal of such policy on or after July 1, 2008, and the policy shall so provide by endorsement to the policy.”
(2) The following maximum new business rates are effective for 20096 rate increase filings and for 201007 rate filings until new rates are published. These annual rates are appropriate for:
(a) Tax qualified policies;
(b) A benefit of $100/day;
(c) An elimination period of 90 days;
(d) Policies offering Restoration of Benefits, and
(e) Sales in Hillsborough County. For all other counties, the rate from this table should be adjusted by the insurer’s current area factor applicable in that county relative to the insurer’s area factor in Hillsborough County.
(3)(a) Comprehensive Only Rates:
Issue Age 3-Yr Benefit
Period 5-Yr. Benefit
Period Unlimited
Benefit Period
30 $357.66 $452.19 $592.98
31 $359.27 $454.73 $596.13
32 $360.91 $457.15 $599.55
33 $362.81 $467.83 $610.09
34 $372.25 $470.36 $613.92
35 $392.37 $485.24 $646.03
36 $394.19 $495.83 $656.91
37 $396.24 $498.95 $660.88
38 $398.57 $501.94 $664.98
39 $408.46 $505.21 $669.38
40 $422.18 $538.84 $704.43
41 $426.52 $542.98 $711.03
42 $430.28 $547.83 $717.94
43 $434.51 $552.75 $733.25
44 $445.46 $558.21 $740.15
45 $457.15 $588.24 $767.35
46 $469.07 $593.07 $782.73
47 $474.02 $599.22 $790.99
48 $479.33 $605.50 $799.51
49 $492.01 $611.69 $822.72
50 $502.21 $631.63 $839.32
51 $518.00 $648.72 $859.73
52 $533.51 $674.20 $887.15
53 $550.58 $693.44 $918.49
54 $568.09 $721.86 $949.96
55 $588.25 $733.65 $980.98
56 $626.56 $787.13 $1,040.83
57 $661.34 $841.03 $1,109.08
58 $705.13 $905.55 $1,179.64
59 $741.88 $954.58 $1,260.83
60 $795.99 $1,022.36 $1,336.52
61 $852.97 $1,093.08 $1,431.38
62 $919.59 $1,166.20 $1,537.41
63 $991.75 $1,254.51 $1,661.23
64 $1,059.64 $1,337.42 $1,777.18
65 $1,130.19 $1,414.66 $1,895.31
66 $1,239.89 $1,554.84 $2,083.84
67 $1,369.00 $1,719.56 $2,290.03
68 $1,512.16 $1,894.92 $2,524.36
69 $1,651.51 $2,086.98 $2,776.71
70 $1,802.07 $2,295.68 $3,049.92
71 $2,041.92 $2,572.02 $3,414.19
72 $2,293.64 $2,876.35 $3,811.27
73 $2,557.01 $3,196.06 $4,229.60
74 $2,833.53 $3,547.08 $4,682.75
75 $3,132.41 $3,931.85 $5,162.40
76 $3,519.05 $4,396.08 $5,779.67
77 $3,925.72 $4,914.88 $6,453.45
78 $4,344.97 $5,450.22 $7,131.36
79 $4,779.15 $5,988.95 $7,829.68
80 $5,206.95 $7,201.34 $9,704.96
81 $5,695.37 $7,855.63 $10,582.32
82 $6,200.20 $8,560.10 $11,522.41
83 $6,772.84 $9,335.36 $12,551.65
84 $7,380.07 $10,190.80 $13,680.13
85 $8,971.35 $11,276.50 $15,228.74
86 $10,532.62 $13,010.62 $17,716.18
87 $11,566.04 $14,303.82 $19,459.57
88 $12,659.68 $15,643.72 $21,277.97
89 $13,799.95 $17,046.75 $23,185.77
Issue Age 3-Yr.
Benefit
Period 5-Yr.
Benefit
Period Unlimited
Benefit
Period
35 $332.88 $414.10 $574.47
45 $474.36 $592.44 $822.62
55 $666.65 $824.77 $1,151.34
65 $1,313.19 $1,640.75 $2,259.55
75 $3,288.22 $4,210.08 $5,603.51
(b) The insurers used to tabulate the above rates are:
Insurer Weighing Percentage
Bankers Life & Casualty Insurance Company 52.7%
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida 5.1%
Genworth Life Insurance Company 11.5%
Great American Life Insurance Company
John Hancock Life Insurance Company 9.8%
14.2%
Metlife Insurance Company 6.7%
Rulemaking Authority 627.9408(1) FS. Law Implemented 627.9407(7) FS. History–New 11-1-07, Amended________.; April 28, 2009, 9:00 a.m. during a regular meeting of the Financial Services Commission; Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida
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To review the 2008-2009 expenditures to date and the proposed 2009-2010 training schedules.; Tuesday, May 19, 2009 10:00am; Central Florida Community College, 3001 SW College Road, Criminal Justice Building #31, Room # 106, Ocala, Florida, 34474
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This is a planning meeting of the committee co-chairs to focus on the kickoff meeting in late May of the Advisory Committee of Economic Security. Discussion to include: outcome of initial conference call; recommended categories of committee sub-groups; ideas for May meeting agenda.; Tuesday, April 21, 2009, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.; Second Harvest of Central Florida, 2008 Brengle Avenue, Orlando, Florida 32808
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To conduct the regular business of the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council.; April 23, 2009, 7:30 p.m.; Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites, 213 Southwest Commerce Boulevard, Lake City, Florida
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To conduct the regular business of the Executive Committee of the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council.; April 23, 2009, 6:00 p.m.; Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites, 213 Southwest Commerce Boulevard, Lake City, Florida
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To conduct the regular business of the Clearinghouse Committee of the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council.; April 23, 2009, 6:30 p.m.; Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites, 213 S. W. Commerce Boulevard, Lake City, Florida
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To conduct the regular business of the Regional Planning Committee of the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council.; April 23, 2009, 6:00 p.m.; Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites, 213 S. W. Commerce Boulevard, Lake City, Florida
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To discuss the general business of the Board.
This meeting may be cancelled for lack of issues to act upon. Any cancellations will be posted on the Board Website at www.floridashealth.com. Please contact Gwyn Willis at (850)245-4131 or Gwyn_Willis@doh.state.fl.us for more information.; Wednesday, May 6, 2009, 12:00 Noon (EST); Meet Me Number: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 2454131
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To discuss the general business of the Board.
This meeting may be cancelled for lack of issues to act upon. Any cancellations will be posted on the Board Website at www.floridashealth.com. Please contact Gwyn Willis at (850)245-4131 or Gwyn_Willis@doh.state.fl.us for more information.; Wednesday, May 6, 2009, immediately following the Board of Medicine Telephone Conference Call scheduled to begin at 12:00 Noon (EST). If the Board of Medicine meeting is cancelled, the Expert Witness Committee meeting will begin at 12:00 Noon (EST); Meet Me Number: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 2454131
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To discuss the general business of the Board.
This meeting may be cancelled for lack of issues to act upon. Any cancellations will be posted on the Board Website at www.floridashealth.com. Please contact Gwyn Willis at (850)245-4131 or Gwyn_Willis@doh.state.fl.us for more information.; Wednesday, May 6, 2009, immediately following the Board of Medicine Expert Witness Committee meeting. Meetings will begin at 12:00 Noon – until complete; Meet Me Number: 888)808-6959, Conference Code: 2454131
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To conduct a meeting/conference call of the Florida Rehabilitation Council.
Any interested parties that need further information may contact: Yolanda Manning at (850)245-3320.
COMMITTEE MEETINGS: Please note that committees of the Florida Rehabilitation Council will meet at various times throughout the year to carry out the work of the council; the meeting dates and times will be posted at the above address at least seven days prior to the meeting. Persons who want to be notified of such meeting may request to be put on mailing list for such notices by writing to Yolanda Manning at the Council’s address.; April 7, 2009, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.; Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, 2002-A Old St. Augustine Road, Tallahassee, Florida 32301-4862
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To conduct a meeting/workshop of the Florida Rehabilitation Council’s Committees.
COMMITTEE MEETINGS: Please note that committees of the Florida Rehabilitation Council will meet at various times throughout the year to carry out the work of the council; the meeting dates and times will be posted at the above address at least seven days prior to the meeting. Persons who want to be notified of such meeting may request to be put on mailing list for such notices by writing to Yolanda Manning at the Council’s address.; April 27, 2009, Evaluation Committee; April 28-30, 2009, Legislative Committee Meeting, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.; DVR Headquarters, 2002-A Old St. Augustine Road, Tallahassee, Florida 32301-4862
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The Florida Elections Commission has formed a committee to review applications for the Executive Director position with the Florida Elections Commission.; April 20, 2009, 11:45 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.; Conference Call: (888)808-6959, Conference Code: 1465889610
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These meetings are public forums for consumer input on the effectiveness of services provided by the Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services in assisting individuals with disabilities achieving employment and independence under title I of the Rehab Act.; May 4, 2009, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon; 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
PLACE: Goodwill Industries of Central Florida, 7531 South Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, Florida
DATE AND TIMES: May 6, 2009, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon; 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
PLACE: LeRoy Collins Leon Council Public Library, 200 West Park Avenue, Tallahassee, Florida
DATE AND TIMES: May 12, 2009, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon; 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.; Marriott Miami Airport, 1201 Northwest LeJeune Road, Miami, Florida
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To conduct a meeting/workshop of the Florida Rehabilitation Council.
Notices of meetings and hearings must advise that a record is required to appeal. Each board, commission, agency of this state or of any political subdivision; thereof shall include in the notice any meeting or hearing, if notice of the meeting or hearing is required of such board, commission, or agency, conspicuously on such notice, they advise that if a person decides to appeal any decision made by the board, agency, or commission with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section 286.0105, F.S.); May 18-20, 2009, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.; Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport
9300 Airort Blvd.
Orlando, Florida 32827-US
(407) 825-1234
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This is the Final Public Hearing on the adoption of proposed amendments to Rule 69O-138.005, Florida Administrative Code, published on October 3, 2008 in Vol. 34, No. 40, of the Florida Administrative Weekly. Two notices of change were published on December 26, 2008 in Vol. 34, No. 52, and March 6, 2009 in Vol. 35, No. 9.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this workshop/meeting is asked to advise the agency at least 5 days before the workshop/meeting by contacting: Robin Westcott, Office of Insurance Regulation, E-mail: robin.westcott@floir.com. 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: Robin Westcott, Office of Insurance Regulation, E-mail: robin.westcott@floir.com.
THE FULL TEXT OF THE PROPOSED RULE IS:
69O-138.005 Examination of Insurers.
(4) Section 624.316(2)(e), Florida Statutes, allows the Office to conduct examinations of an insurer by contracting for with the consent of the insurer utilizing the services of an independent Certified Public Accountant, an actuary, or a reinsurance specialist, an investment specialist, information technology specialist, or any combination of these individuals, as the particular circumstances of the examination require. An examination performed pursuant to this subsection must meet the requirements of subsection (1).
(a) An For purposes of this subsection, an actuary meeting the criteria established in Rule 69O-138.043 or 69O-170.031, F.A.C., will qualify to conduct an examination under this subsection.
(b)1. A For purposes of this subsection, a reinsurance specialist shall be qualified to conduct an examination under this subsection if that contractor person can demonstrate competency by education and experience to perform such an examination. Competency by education and experience shall be demonstrated if any one of the following is true:
a. An individual qualifies as an actuary pursuant to either Rule 69O-138.043 or 69O-170.031, F.A.C., and has at least one years’ experience with the kind of reinsurance which will be the subject of the examination.
b. An individual has a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and four years of professional experience in insurance/reinsurance accounting or in reinsurance transactions. A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, insurance, or risk management can substitute for one year of the required experience. Professional experience as described above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
c. An individual is in good standing with the Society of Financial Examiners and is certified by that organization to be eligible to hold the title of Certified Financial Examiner.
2. In selecting a person as a reinsurance specialist the Office shall consider the individual’s experience, knowledge, skill, and abilities as they relate to the needs of the examination to be performed. This consideration shall include the individual’s experience with the kind of insurance which is the subject of the examination; knowledge of accounting principles, practices and procedures; ability to prepare financial statements to reflect the reinsurance transactions; ability to provide professional and technical assistance; understanding of risk transfer as defined in the NAIC Examiners Handbook and the NAIC Accounting Practices and Procedures and Annual Statement Instruction Manuals, as adopted in Rule 69O-137.001, F.A.C.; and the ability to evaluate claims experience, both reported and incurred but not reported, relevant to the type of insurance which is the subject of the examination.
(c)1. An investment specialist shall be qualified to conduct an examination under this subsection if that contractor can demonstrate competency by education and experience to perform such an examination in that capacity. Competency by education and experience shall be demonstrated if any one of the following is true:
a. An individual has a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and four years of professional experience in the capacity for which the contractor is to perform. A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, or finance can substitute for one year of the required experience. Professional experience as described above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
b. An individual is in good standing with the Society of Financial Examiners and is certified by that organization to be eligible to hold the title of Certified Financial Examiner.
2. In selecting a person as an investment specialist the Office shall consider the individual’s experience, knowledge, skill, and abilities as they relate to the needs of the examination to be performed.
(c) Regardless of education or experience, no independent certified public accountant, or actuary, or reinsurance specialist shall be qualified to conduct examinations under this subsection if such person:
1. Has been found guilty of, or has pleaded guilty or nolo contendere to, any felony or crime punishable by imprisonment of one year or more under the law of the United States or any state thereof or under the law of any other country, which involves moral turpitude, without regard to whether a judgement of conviction has been entered by the court having jurisdiction in such case; or
2. Has been found to have violated the insurance laws of this state with respect to any previous reports submitted to this Office; or
3. Has failed to detect or disclose material information in previous reports filed with this Office or other state officials having jurisdiction or regulatory authority in insurance matters or another state; or
4. Has performed any work for a regulated entity who has had delinquency proceedings initiated against it within three years after said work was performed without adequate explanation to the Office of how such work was not related to the cause of the delinquency proceedings; or
5. Is prohibited under Section 624.310, Florida Statutes, from engaging in insurance related activities in this state.
(d)1. An information technology specialist shall be qualified to conduct an examination under this subsection if that contractor can demonstrate competency by education and experience to perform such an examination in that capacity. Competency by education and experience shall be demonstrated if the individual has a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and four years of professional experience in the capacity for which the contractor is to perform. A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in information technology or a similar field can substitute for one year of the required experience. Professional experience as described above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
2. In selecting a person as an information technology specialist the Office shall consider the individual’s experience, knowledge, skill, and abilities as they relate to the needs of the examination to be performed.
(d) The agreement of the insurer to perform an examination under this subsection is not required if the Office reasonably suspects criminal misconduct on the part of the insurer.
(e) The firm selected by the office to perform the examination shall have no conflicts of interest that might affect its ability to independently perform its responsibilities on the examination.
(e)1. In the event that the Office and the insurer agree to conduct an examination utilizing the services of an independent Certified Public Accountant, an actuary, or a reinsurance specialist, or any combination of these, the Office shall submit a list of three firms in each of the specialties required by the particular circumstances of the examination to be performed (the term “firm” shall also include individuals) acceptable to the Office, from which the insurer shall select the firm or firms to conduct the examination.
2. The acceptability of a firm to the Office shall be determined based on consideration of the firm’s professional competence, objectivity, and cost.
3. Consent of the insurer shall be demonstrated by written confirmation from an officer of that insurer which indicates agreement that an examination be performed by the firm, and acknowledgement that the firm is acceptable to the insurer.
4. All payments for an examination under this subsection shall be made directly to the firm in accordance with the rates and terms agreed to by the Office, the insurer, and the firm performing the examination.
(f) The rates charged to the insurer being examined under the contract shall be consistent with rates charged by other firms in a similar profession and shall be comparable with the rates charged for comparable examinations. The rates and terms shall be set forth in the contract.
(f) In the event that the examination is conducted without the consent of the insurer, pursuant to Section 624.316(2)(e), Florida Statutes, the insurer must pay all reasonable charges of the examining firm if the examination finds impairment, insolvency (as that term is defined in Section 631.011, Florida Statutes), or criminal misconduct on the part of the insurer. In the event that the examination is conducted without the consent of the insurer and no impairment, insolvency, or criminal misconduct is found, then all reasonable charges of the examining firm shall be borne by the Office.
(g) Contractors may submit a curriculum vitae detailing their experience and qualifying credentials to the Office, as well as a proposed hourly rate for services to be performed. The acceptability of a contractor to the Office shall be determined based on consideration of the firm’s professional competence, objectivity, and that the rates charged are consistent with rates charged by other firms in a similar profession, as referenced in subsection (4), above, providing comparable services, so as to protect the examined insurer from being overcharged for the examination. Once a contractor has been accepted by the Office, they will be placed on a list of eligible examination contractors.
(h) In selecting contractors to conduct a specific examination, the Office shall consider the contractor’s experience, knowledge, skill, and abilities as they relate to the needs of the examination to be performed. This consideration shall include the contractor’s experience with the kind of insurance which is the subject of the examination.
(i) After a contractor has been selected for a specific examination the Office shall enter into a contract with the contractor, detailing the scope of work for the engagement. The contract shall include a provision that the contractor has no conflict of interest that might affect its ability to independently perform its responsibilities. The contractor shall submit all requests for payment to the Office in the manner prescribed by the contract.
(j) All requests for reimbursement of travel expenses are to be made on Form DFS-C1-500 (Rev. 07/08). This form is incorporated by reference and adopted by this rule for this purpose. It is available at http://www.floir.com/DFS-C1-500.xls.
(k) Upon receipt and review of the contractor’s request for payment, the Office will invoice the insurer being examined and the insurer shall make payment to the Office pursuant to Sections 624.316(2)(e)3. and 624.320(2), Florida Statutes.
(l) Upon receipt of the payment from the insurer being examined, the Office will make payment to the contractor in accordance with the rates and terms set out in the completed Form OIR-A1-1976, Professional Services Agreement for Non Employee Examination.
(m) Forms OIR-A1-1976, Professional Services Agreement for Non Employee Examination (12-08); OIR-A1-1977, Scope of Services Addendum to Professional Services Agreement for Non Employee Examination (12-08); and OIR-A1-1978, Amendment to Scope of Services Addendum (12-08), are incorporated by reference and adopted herein as the contracts by which the contractors are retained. All forms referenced in this rule are available for viewing at the Officer’s humped at www.floir.com.
(5) Section 624.316(2)(f)1., Florida Statutes, requires the examination of a domestic insurer once each year for any domestic insurer that has continuously held a Certificate of Authority for less than 3 years. For purposes of an examination under this subsection, the 3 years shall constitute the time period from the date the Certificate of Authority is granted through the following 3 full calendar years in which the insurer has been licensed. The examination must cover the preceding fiscal year or the time period since the last examination. An insurer may not be required to pay more than $25,000 to cover the costs of any one examination under this subsection, nor may an independent certified public account’s audited report be substituted for the required examination.
(6) Section 624.320, Florida Statutes, requires each insurer examined by the Office, pursuant to Section 624.316, Florida Statutes, to pay the Office for the expenses of that examination, subject to the cap imposed by Section 624.316(2)(f)1.c., Florida Statutes.
(7) Pursuant to Section 624.316(2)(f)2., Florida Statutes, the Office may extend the examination period to a maximum of once every 5 years. If an insurer petitions the Office, prior to November 1 of the year preceding the year in which the examination is due, to extend an examination from a 3 year time period to 5 years, the Office will grant such an extension if the insurer affirmatively demonstrates the following: that the insurer has continuously held a Certificate of Authority without a change in ownership subject to Section 624.4245 or 628.461, Florida Statutes, for more than 15 years, and has demonstrated sufficient compliance, pursuant to Section 624.316(2)(f)3., Florida Statutes, for each of the years since the last examination. Petitions shall be directed to Property and Casualty Financial Oversight or Life and Health Financial Oversight, as appropriate for that insurer. An extension granted as a result of a petition to the Office will be effective for that examination period only and will have no effect on the schedule of subsequent examinations. Extensions granted shall not be construed as a waiver of the Office’s authority under Section 624.316, Florida Statutes, to conduct specific target examinations as often as the Office determines is reasonable under the facts and circumstances of a particular insurer’s situation.
Rulemaking Specific Authority 624.308(1), 624.316(2) FS. Law Implemented 624.307(1), 624.316, 624.3161, 624.320, 624.321(1), 624.424 FS. History–New 6-9-93, Amended 11-23-94, 4-4-99, Formerly 4-138.005, Amended_________.; April 28, 2009, 9:00 a.m., during a regular meeting of the Financial Services Commission; Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida
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The meetings are being held in order to comply with the mandates of Chapter 402.164-167, Florida Statutes.; Executive Committee Call: April 17, 2009 @ 10:00 a.m.; Statewide Advocacy Council Member Call: April 21, 2009 @ 2:00 p.m.; and, Interagency Agreements Committee call: April 27, 2009 @ 10:00 a.m.; Teleconference information for all meetings: Call In Number: 1.888.808.6959; Conference Code: 4886175#.
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To consider and make a decision at its regularly scheduled agenda conference regarding comments filed pertaining to Rules 25-4.0185, 25-4.066, 25-4.070, 25-4.073, 25-4.083 and 25-4.110, F.A.C. Docket No. 080641-TP.; July 30, 2009, 9:30 a.m.; Betty Easley Conference Center, Room 148, 4075 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee, FL
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The general subject matter of the hearing will be inmate medical and substance abuse records, which are addressed in proposed Rule 33-401.701, F.A.C., Medical and Substance Abuse Clinical Files, as noticed in the Florida Administrative Weekly, Vol. 35, No. 9, March 6, 2009.; April 21, 2009, 10:00 a.m.; Florida Department of Corrections, Building B, 2nd Floor, Classroom B, 2601 Blair Stone Road, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2500
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Planning Technical Advisory Committee Meeting.; Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 10:30 a.m.; Board Room, SFRTA’s Administrative Offices, 800 N. W. 33rd Street, Pompano Beach, FL 33064
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Monthly Business Meeting (including possible discussions regarding mass transit funding).; Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
PLACE: South Florida Regional Planning Council, 3440 Hollywood Boulevard, Suite 140, Hollywood, Florida 33021
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: Monthly Business Meeting (including possible discussions regarding mass transit funding).
NOTICE OF RESCHEDULING
DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, April 14, 2009, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.; South Florida Regional Planning Council, 3440 Hollywood Boulevard, Suite 140, Hollywood, Florida 33021
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General matters and Park tenants.; Wednesday, April 15, 2009, 8:00 a.m.; Incubator Conference Room, Suite 210, 3701 FAU Blvd., Boca Raton Florida 33431
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The department announces that a public hearing pursuant to the requirements of 40 CFR 51.102 will be held, if requested, at the date, time and place given above. Any person wishing to request the public hearing must do so by notifying: Lynn Scearce, Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Air Resource Management, 2600 Blair Stone Road, Mail Station 5500, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2400 or email: lynn.scearce@dep.state.fl.us, by letter or email no later than May 8, 2009. If no request for public hearing is received, the hearing will be cancelled, and notice of the cancellation will be posted at http://www.dep.state.fl.us/Air/rules/regulatory.htm, on May 11, 2009, by 5:00 p.m. Persons also may call telephone number (850)488-0114 to confirm that the hearing has been cancelled.
If a hearing is requested, the department will hear comments on its proposal to submit to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), as a proposed revision to Florida’s State Implementation Plan (SIP) under the Clean Air Act, a set of amendments to Rule Chapters 62-210 and 62-212, F.A.C. The proposed rule amendments update the department’s air construction permitting rules in response to the EPA’s conditional approval of Florida’s new source review SIP.; Wednesday, May 13, 2009, 10:00 a.m.; Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Air Resource Management, 111 South Magnolia Drive, Suite 23, Tallahassee, Florida
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This will be a general business meeting of the Foundation for Indigent Guardianship, Inc.; April 14, 2009, 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.; Callers within Tallahassee and outside of Tallahassee: 1(888)808-6959, when prompted, enter Conference Code: 9247380 followed by #
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The Department is seeking public input and information regarding the Designation of Central Florida Behavioral Hospital, 6601 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando, FL 32821, as a Private Baker Act Receiving Facility in Circuit 9.; April 23, 2009, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.; Hurston Building, South Tower, Conference Room A, 400 West Robinson Street, Orlando, FL 32801
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These are meetings of the Flood Resistant Standards Workgroup for developing recommendations to the Commission for integration of Flood Resistant provisions into the 2010 Florida Building Code.; April 29, 2009, 8:30 a.m. – Until Completion
NOTICE OF CHANGE; New Address: Betty Easley Conference Center, Room 180, 4075 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee, Florida (Originally Appeared 3/13/2009, Vol. 35, No. 10)
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Regular quarterly meeting of the District II LEPC.; Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 10:00 a.m. (ET); Tallahassee Fire Department, Training Room, 2964 Municipal Way, Tallahassee, FL 32304
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Docket Number: 080669-SU – Application for staff-assisted rate case in Highlands County by Sebring Ridge Utilities, Inc. The purpose of this customer meeting is to give customers and other interested persons an opportunity to offer comments regarding the quality of service the utility provides, the proposed rate increase, and to ask questions and comment on other issues. One or more of the Commissioners of the Florida Public Service Commission may attend and participate in the meeting.
Emergency Cancellation of Customer Meeting: If a named storm or other disaster requires cancellation of the meeting, Commission staff will attempt to give timely, direct notice to parties. Notice of cancellation of the meeting will also be provided on the Commission’s website (http://www.psc.state.fl.us/) under the Hot Topics link found on the home page. Cancellation can also be confirmed by calling the Office of the General Counsel at (850)413-6199.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this meeting is asked to advise the agency at least 48 hours before the meeting by contacting: Office of Commission Clerk at (850)413-6770. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service at 1(800)955-877 1 (TDD) or 1(800)955-8770 (Voice).; Thursday, May 21, 2009, 6:00 p.m.; City of Sebring Civic Center, 335 W. Center Street, Sebring, Florida 33870
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Docket Number: 080668-SU – Application for staff-assisted rate case in Highlands County by Fairmount Utilities, The 2nd Inc. The purpose of this customer meeting is to give customers and other interested persons an opportunity to offer comments regarding the quality of service the utility provides, the proposed rate increase, and to ask questions and comment on other issues. One or more of the Commissioners of the Florida Public Service Commission may attend and participate in the meeting.
Emergency Cancellation of Customer Meeting: If a named storm or other disaster requires cancellation of the meeting, Commission staff will attempt to give timely, direct notice to parties. Notice of cancellation of the meeting will also be provided on the Commission’s website (http://www.psc.state.fl.us/) under the Hot Topics link found on the home page. Cancellation can also be confirmed by calling the Office of the General Counsel at (850)413-6199.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this meeting is asked to advise the agency at least 48 hours before the meeting by contacting: Office of Commission Clerk at (850)413-6770. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service at 1(800)955-877 1 (TDD) or 1(800)955-8770 (Voice).; Wednesday, May 20, 2009, 6:00 p.m.; City of Sebring Civic Center, 335 W. Center Street, Sebring, Florida 33870
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Announces a conference call meeting to vote on the disbursement of additional funds for the 2008/2009 fiscal year.; Friday, April 24, 2009, 10:00 a.m.; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 4873444
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To discuss and take public comment on the proposed selection criteria to be included in the Request for Qualifications to solicit interested nonprofits to receive technical assistance from the Florida Housing Coalition as part of Florida’s MacArthur Foundation Initiative to preserve affordable rental housing.; Tuesday, April 21, 2009, 9:00 a.m. (Eastern Time); Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport, 9300 Airport Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32827
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Governing Board Meeting.; Friday, April 24, 2009, 9:30 a.m.; Board Room, South Florida Regional Transportation Authority, Administration Building, 800 N. W. 33rd Street, Suite 100, Pompano Beach, Florida 33064
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This is a meeting of the Hemophilia Medical Advisory Panel (HMAP) formed to assist with the Agency’s Comprehensive Hemophilia Disease Management Programs. Business is to review the clinical guidelines adopted by the Vendors. The purpose of HMAP is to develop clinical guidelines; review and recommend care protocols; suggest appropriate outreach methods to beneficiaries; review difficult cases and make recommendations.; May 4, 2009, 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Tampa Airport Marriott Hotel, Tampa International Airport, Tampa, Florida 33607
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Meeting of the Bylaws Committee.; Wednesday, May 6, 2009, 2:00 p.m.; To participate call: 1(866)200-9760, PIN: 8938936#
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SOUTH FLORIDA REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND INTENT TO INCREASE PASSENGER FARES FOR THE TRI-RAIL COMMUTER RAIL SERVICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT at its meeting on April 24, 2009, the Governing Board for the South Florida Regional Transportation Authority (SFRTA) will hold a Public Hearing at 9:30 a.m. to receive public input on SFRTA’s intent to increase passenger fares for the Tri-Rail commuter rail service. All interested individuals and/or groups are invited to attend this meeting and will have an opportunity to present their views and comments on the proposed fare increase, or have their written comments considered by the Board. Those who wish to comment in writing may do so by either mailing or delivering their written comments to: South Florida Regional Transportation Authority, 800 N. W. 33rd Street, Suite 100, Pompano Beach, FL 33064. The following represents SFRTA’s proposed new fares:
The proposal would increase all fare types by 25%. See charts below for a detailed listing of current fares and the proposed new fares.
ONE-WAY TICKET AND DISCOUNT ONE-WAY TICKET PER ZONE
Number OF Zones Traveled Current One-Way New One-Way Current Discount One-Way New Discount One-Way
1 $2.00 $2.50 $1.00 $1.25
2 $3.00 $3.75 $1.50 $1.90
3 $4.00 $5.00 $2.00 $2.50
4 $5.50 $5.65 $2.25 $2.80
5 $5.00 $6.25 $2.50 $3.15
6 $5.50 $6.90 $2.75 $3.45
ROUND TRIP TICKET AND DISCOUNT TRIP TICKET PER ZONE
Number OF Zones Traveled Current Round Trip New Round Trip Current Discount Round Trip New Discount Round Trip
1 $3.50 $4.40 $2.00 $2.50
2 $5.00 $6.25 $3.00 $3.75
3 $6.75 $8.45 $4.00 $5.00
4 $7.75 $9.70 $4.50 $6.65
5 $8.50 $10.65 $5.00 $6.25
6 $9.25 $11.55 $5.50 $6.90
12 -TRIP TICKET
Number OF Zones Traveled Current 12-Trip New 12-Trip Current Discount 12-Trip New Discount 12-Trip
1 $17.00 $21.25 N/A N/A
2 $25.00 $31.25 N/A N/A
3 $33.50 $41.90 N/A N/A
4 $38.00 $47.50 N/A N/A
5 $42.00 $52.50 N/A N/A
6 $46.00 $57.50 N/A N/A
MONTHLY TICKET AND DISCOUNT MONTHLY
Number OF Zones Traveled Current Monthly New Monthly Current Discount Monthly New Discount Monthly
1 $80.00 $100.00 $40.00 $50.00
2 $80.00 $100.00 $40.00 $50.00
3 $80.00 $100.00 $40.00 $50.00
4 $80.00 $100.00 $40.00 $50.00
5 $80.00 $100.00 $40.00 $50.00
6 $80.00 $100.00 $40.00 $50.00
WEEKEND DAILY AND DISCOUNT WEEKEND DAILY
Number OF Zones Traveled Current Weekend (Daily) New Weekend (Daily) Current Discount Weekend (Daily) New Discount Weekend (Daily)
1 $4.00 $5.00 $2.00 $2.50
2 $4.00 $5.00 $2.00 $2.50
3 $4.00 $5.00 $2.00 $2.50
4 $4.00 $5.00 $2.00 $2.50
5 $4.00 $5.00 $2.00 $2.50
6 $4.00 $5.00 $2.00 $2.50
Those wishing to review or obtain a copy of any materials pertaining to this public hearing may contact the Executive Office at (954)788-7917; if hearing impaired, telephone (800)273-7545 (TTY) for assistance. All written comments will be entered into the official records of the public hearing. Persons wishing to address the Governing Board are requested to complete an “Appearance Card” and will be limited to three (3) minutes.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing special accommodation to participate in this proceeding must, at least 48 hours prior to the meeting, provide a written request directed to: Executive Office, 800 N. W. 33rd Street, Suite 100, Pompano Beach, FL 33064, or telephone (954)942-7245 for assistance; if hearing impaired, telephone (800)273-7545 (TTY) for assistance.
Any person who decides to appeal any decision made by SFRTA’s Governing Board with respect to any matter considered at this hearing, will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he/she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Unless amended, this notice will serve as the final fare structure for Tri-Rail passengers.; Friday, April 24, 2009, 9:30 a.m.; Board Room, South Florida Regional Transportation Authority, Administration Building, 800 N. W. 33rd Street, Suite 100, Pompano Beach, Florida 33064
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Original Notice Published in Issue 2/27/2009, Vol. 35, No. 8. Legislative updates and other old and new business approved by the Commission Chair.; April 20, 2009; April 27, 2009, 10:00 a.m. – until Completion
NOTICE OF CHANGE; Meetings to be Conducted using Communications Media Technology, specifically Conference Call: Telephone Number: 1(888)808-6959, Code: 1967168 (CHANGE IN ACCESS CODE), Public point of access: Room 210L, 2555 Shumard Oak Boulevard, Tallahassee, Florida
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To conduct general board business.; May 29, 2009, 7:30 a.m.; Hyatt Regency Orlando, 9300 Airport Blvd. Orlando, FL 32827, (407)825-1234
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Agenda items will include the Cause, Frequency and Severity Analysis.; April 23, 2009, 10:00 a.m.; To participate in the teleconference meeting, please contact Kathy Coyne at (941)378-7408
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This meeting of the Wekiva Basin Management Action Plan (BMAP) Working Group will include discussion about recommendations to the Department of Environmental Protection regarding adoption of a BMAP to implement adopted Total Maximum Daily Loads in the Wekiva Basin. The focus of the meeting will be a discussion of nutrient sources in the Wekiva Basin and key issues affecting BMAP development.; April 15, 2009, 1:30 p.m.; Apopka Community Center/VFW Post 10147, 519 South Central Ave., Apopka, Florida 32703
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Governing Board Meeting – to consider District business.
OTHER MEETINGS HELD ON APRIL 23, 2009:
10:30a.m. – 11:30 a.m. District Lands Committee – to discuss Land Acquisition Matters.
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Committee of the Whole – to discuss Environmental Resource Permitting Program.
1:15 p.m. Public Hearing on Regulatory Matters.
1:20 p.m. Public Hearing on Land Acquisition Matters.
; April 23, 2009, 1:00 p.m. (EDT); District Headquarters, 10 miles west of Tallahassee on Highway 90, Tallahassee, FL
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Agenda items will include an annual review of the FWCJUA’s Market Assistance Plan.; April 22, 2009, 10:00 a.m.; To participate in the teleconference meeting, please contact Kathy Coyne at (941)378-7408
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The Board of Cosmetology hereby gives notice that a public workshop for the purpose to discuss citations and penalties in Rule 61G5-30.004, F.A.C. will be held at the date, time and place shown in this notice.; Monday, April 27, 2009, 10:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as possible; Hyatt Regency Jacksonville, 252 E. Coastline Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32202
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1. Eligibility determinations for applications received for participation in the 2009 Florida State Employees’ Charitable Campaign.
2. Status update on revisions to Chapter 60L-39, F.A.C., Florida State Employees’ Charitable Campaign.
; Monday, April 27, 2009, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.; Friday, May 1, 2009, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon; Monday, May 4, 2009, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; Wednesday, May 6, 2009, 9:00 a.m. –12:00 Noon; Friday, May 8, 2009, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon; Wednesday, May 27, 2009, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon; Friday, May 29, 2009, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon; 4050 Esplanade Way, Room 101, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0950
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To review reconsideration cases.; May 15, 2009, 9:00 a.m.; Department of Health, Building 4040, Room 301, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Tallahassee, FL 32399-3258, (850)245-4474
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This is a design change reevaluation public hearing. This hearing is being held to allow interested persons an opportunity to express their views concerning the proposed design changes for the widening of US 17 in Hardee County.
The Project Development and Environment Study (PD&E) (Financial Project ID Number: 412631-1-22-01), approved on July 11, 2006, recommended the widening of US 17 from two to four lanes from the DeSoto/Hardee County Line to Third Avenue in Zolfo Springs. The limits of the reevaluation are from C.R. 634 (Sweetwater Road) to Third Avenue in Zolfo Springs, a distance of approximately 5.5 miles.
This project is being developed in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes. Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status.; Tuesday, May 5, 2009, Open House, 6:00 p.m.; Formal Presentation, 7:00 p.m.; Hardee County Agri-Center, 515 Civic Center Drive, Wauchula, Florida 33873
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To discuss Dental Hygiene issues.; April 22, 2009, 5:30 p.m.; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, when prompted enter Conference Code: 2453454
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The Council shall make a systematic study of the conditions affecting black men and boys, including, but not limited to, homicide rates, arrest and incarceration rate, poverty, violence, drug abuse, death rates, disparate annual income levels, school performance in all grade levels including postsecondary levels, and health issues.; April 20, 2009, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Executive Committee; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 0131521068
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Official business of the Appraisal Board – topics included, but not limited to, disciplinary actions and general business subject matter.; Friday, April 24, 2009, 10:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) or soon thereafter; Teleconference: Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Real Estate using Teleconference Number: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 3177171
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The Tampa Bay Area Regional Transportation Authority (TBARTA) announces its monthly calendar of meetings.
The TBARTA Board and its advisory committees will meet to discuss the development and implementation of regional transportation solutions.
The TBARTA Board will meet on Friday, April 24, 2009. The meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. at Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District Seven Office, 11201 N. McKinley Drive, Tampa, FL. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss developing a comprehensive Regional Transportation Master Plan for Citrus, Hernando, Hillsborough, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, and Sarasota Counties.
The Transit Management Committee (TMC) will meet on Wednesday April 15, 10:00 a.m. at the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA), 3201 Scherer Dr. in St. Petersburg. Consisting of representatives of the region’s transit and transportation agencies, this group advises the Board on the technical development of the Master Plan and its future implementation.
The Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) will meet on Wednesday, April 15, at 1:30 p.m. at the USF Connect Building, 3802 Spectrum Blvd. in Tampa. This group of volunteers provides region-oriented advice to the Board from a citizen’s perspective.
Additional Board subcommittee meetings will be noticed on the TBARTA website. All meetings of the TBARTA Board and its advisory committees are open to the public. These meetings are being conducted pursuant to Section 120.525 Florida Statutes, and Title VI and Title VIII of the United States Civil Rights Acts of 1964 and 1968.
Individuals requiring accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Brandie Miklus, Transportation Planner, (813)217-4037 at least three (3) days prior to the meeting. Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, nation origin, disability, or family status.; Friday, April 24, 2009, 9:30 a.m.; Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District Seven Office, 11201 N. McKinley Drive, Tampa, FL
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Regular scheduled meeting of the Governor and Cabinet
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; report 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 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 for all activities relating to the regulation of banks, credit unions, other financial institutions, finance companies, 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, taking final action on formal and informal hearings under Chapter 120, F.S., and consideration of other matters within its authority.
The Department of Education will finalize agency action on the business of the Florida Department of Education.
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 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 duly presented on its agenda which may include such matters as mineral leases or sales, state or sovereign land leases, sales, exchanges, dedications, and easements, Conservation and Recreation Lands (CARL) and other land purchases; land planning matters and other matters within its authority. Additionally, the Board will take action on matters presented by the Marine Fisheries Commission as set forth in Sections 370.025, 370.026 and 370.027, F.S., and matters pertaining to the Office of Greenways Management, the Office responsible for the management of lands which formerly fell within the Cross Florida Barge Canal project corridor.
The Department of Environmental Protection, while not a Cabinet agency, will present for consideration on its agenda those matters required by law to be reviewed by the Governor and Cabinet and those pertaining to the siting of power plants, electric and natural gas transmission lines and hazardous waste facilities; coastal zone management consistency and standards adopted by the Environmental Regulation Commission.; April 28, 2009, 9:00 a.m.; Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida
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Other Agencies and Organizations, Tower-OHL Group
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Department of Children and Families, Departmental
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Department of Education, University of North Florida
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Other Agencies and Organizations, Northwest Florida Transportation Corridor Authority
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Department of Education, Florida State University
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Department of Children and Families, Departmental
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Department of Corrections, Departmental
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Department of Education, University of Florida
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Other Agencies and Organizations, Sarasota Memorial Hospital
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Other Agencies and Organizations, Sarasota Memorial Hospital
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Other Agencies and Organizations, Florida Developmental Disabilities Council
- Miscellaneous (33)
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Department of Environmental Protection, Office of the Secretary
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Department of Health, Board of Nursing
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Department of Health, Board of Nursing
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Emergency Care
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Department of Health, Board of Pharmacy
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Regional Planning Councils, West Florida Regional Planning Council
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Department of Environmental Protection, Departmental
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Department of Community Affairs, Departmental
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Department of Health, Division of Disease Control
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Department of Community Affairs, Departmental
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Department of Community Affairs, Departmental
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Agency for Health Care Administration, Certificate of Need
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Health, Board of Respiratory Care
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Financial Services, FSC - Financial Institution Regulation
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Department of State, Division of Elections