- Notices of Development of Proposed Rules and Negotiated Rulemaking (20)
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To implement a requirement that any candidate qualifying paper filed with the qualifying office, whether with the Division of Elections or with a supervisor of elections, must be an original document, except the full and public disclosure or statement of financial interests as permitted by statute. Currently, any document filed under oath must be an original. Clarifying changes also will be made in the title, text, and organization of the rule. Citations to the rulemaking authority will also be updated.
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To update the rule and to modify the candidate petition form, DS-DE 104, which is incorporated by reference in the rule. The amendments clarify the requirements for a candidate petition form to be verified as valid. The rule makes the DS-DE 104 applicable to nonpartisan elections under Chapter 105, Florida Statutes.
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This rule development workshop is necessary to reflect a change to Section 101.62, Florida Statutes, made in Chapter 2010-167, Laws of Florida, that changes the requirements relating to electronic upload for reporting absentee ballot request information. The law now requires continuous daily reporting of absentee ballot request information to begin 60 days before a primary election and to end 15 days after the general election. Preliminary changes are also made to correct statutory cross-references and to expand the reporting file to include an absentee ballot requester’s e-mail address and fax number information if provided.
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The Board proposes the development of rule amendments to address additional changes to various forms.
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The Board proposes the development of rule amendments to incorporate revised licensure applications in the application rule.
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The Board proposes to promulgate and adopt the new rule to clarify procedures for applying for a Health Access Dental license and to provide the form.
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The purpose of the amendment to Rule 59G-4.060, F.A.C., is to incorporate by reference the Florida Medicaid Dental Coverage and Limitations Handbook, September 2010. The amendment updates the handbook and clarifies existing policy and reimbursement limitations for dental procedures. The amendment also allows dentists who hold a Health Access Dental license to enroll in the Medicaid program and practice in health access settings.
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To conduct rule development workshops before the Commission's Technical Advisory Committees to accept public input regarding proposed modifications to the selected edition of the model codes, the combination of which to comprise the 2010 Florida Building Code in conformity with the triennial update process specified in Sections 553.73(3), (6), Florida Statutes. Local technical amendments to the 2007 Florida Building Code and continuation of previously adopted Florida-specific amendments will be considered. Each Committee, identified with the location of the workshop below, will consider those modifications and amendments that fall within their area of expertise. The specific modifications and amendments for consideration at each workshop will be identified in the agenda for Committee meetings which will be noticed and available in accordance with Sections 120.525(1)-(2), Florida Statutes, which will be available via the Commissions website, www.floridabuilding.org.
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The purpose of this rule development is to provide an opportunity for the public (including educators, administrators, students and parents) to provide input on revisions to the K-12 Next Generation Sunshine State Standards for World Languages and Fine Arts. The effect will be the proposed adoption of revised Next Generation Sunshine State Standards for World Languages and Fine Arts.
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Rule Chapter 14-57, F.A.C., is being amended to update, reorganize, and clarify the rule chapter.
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The Board proposes the rule amendment to clarify language concerning the scope of work for the limited energy systems specialty; to clarify that certified and registered licensees in Unlimited Electrical Contractor, Alarm System Contractor I, Alarm System Contractor II, and Residential Electrical Contractor may perform the scope of work of a limited energy systems specialty certification.
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The purpose and effect of the proposed rules is to establish department processes for the temporary professional licensure of spouses of members of the Armed Forces.
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The agency is proposing to amend the rules governing multiphasic health testing centers to conform with requirements and application forms being created under Section 408.806, F.S., and proposed Chapter 59A-35, F.A.C., and to conform with revised statutory provisions.
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The Board proposes the development of a rule amendment to incorporate the revised osteopathic medical faculty certificate in the rule.
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The proposed rule amendment deletes discontinued class codes, adds new class codes and revises descriptions of class codes, as published in the Florida exception pages in the National Council on Compensation Insurance, Inc. (NCCI), Basic Manual (January 2010 edition). In addition, the amendment defines when an employer is engaged in the construction industry, for purposes of the rule. As class codes are revised, added or deleted in the Basic Manual, the rule must be amended to accurately reflect and incorporate such changes.
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The purpose and effect of the proposed rule development is to incorporate editorial changes to the Florida Title XIX Long-Term Care Reimbursement Plan along with detail regarding nursing home staffing ratios found in House Bill 5301, Medicaid Services, effective July 1, 2010, and to address a series of cost report issues.
1. The addition of a definition for “total bed capacity.”
2. Reorganization of Section V. B of the Title XIX Long Term Care Reimbursement Plan regarding the chronology of reimbursement rate reductions.
3. The addition of a deadline for submitting an initial cost report.
4. Modify ceilings from an average of north and south in order to fully implement central ceilings.
5. Delete “resulting from 1. and 2.” from Section IV. J. 4 of the Title XIX Long-Term Care Reimbursement Plan, specific to interim rate requests. The current language could be interpreted incorrectly that interim rate requests for general or professional liability insurance do not have to be submitted within 60 days after the costs are incurred. By removing “resulting from 1., and 2. above” the language makes no distinction between 1, 2 and 3 (general or professional liability) and the proper interpretation can be made that all interim rate requests must be submitted within 60 days.
6. Clarifying the definition of late cost report and acceptance procedures.
7. New policies regarding resubmissions of cost reports by providers.
8. Development of a sanction process (possibly a daily fine) for late cost reports including reimbursement at the lowest per diem by area.
9. Development of new policies and procedures regarding AHCA’s ability to recoup overpayments.
10. AHCA will reserve the right to submit any provider found to be out of compliance with any of the new policies and procedures regarding cost reports to the Bureau of Medicaid Program Integrity for investigations.
11. Addition of Appendix C to the Title XIX Long-Term Care Reimbursement Plan detailing the Medicaid Trend Adjustment to include percentages, annualized reduction amounts, and sample calculations.
12. The agency shall develop efficiency and outcome measures in order to assess the value for patients including both outcomes and costs over the full cycle of care.
13. Revisions to Fair Rental Value System (FRVS) inflation index.
14. Minimum staffing changes:
a. A minimum weekly average of certified nursing assistant and licensed nursing staffing combined of 3.9 hours of direct care per resident per day. A week is defined as Sunday through Saturday.
b. A minimum certified nursing assistant staffing of 2.7 hours of direct care per resident per day. A facility may not staff below one certified nursing assistant per 20 residents.
c. A minimum licensed nursing staffing of 1.0 hour of direct care per resident per day. A facility may not staff below one licensed nurse per 40 residents.
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The purpose and effect of the proposed rule development is to incorporate changes to the Florida Title XIX Inpatient Hospital Reimbursement Plan effective July 1, 2010, in accordance with House Bill 5001, 2010-11 General Appropriations Act, Specific Appropriation 189 and 190, and to address a series of cost report issues.
1. The Agency shall implement a recurring methodology in the Title XIX Inpatient Hospital Reimbursement Plan to achieve a $232,221,607 reduction. In establishing rates through the normal process, prior to including this reduction, if the unit cost is equal to or less than the unit cost used in establishing the budget, then no additional reduction in rates is necessary. In establishing rates through the normal process, prior to including this reduction, if the unit cost is greater than the unit cost used in establishing the budget, then rates shall be reduced by an amount required to achieve this reduction, but shall not be reduced below the unit cost used in establishing the budget. Hospitals that are licensed as a children’s specialty hospital and whose Medicaid days plus charity care days divided by total adjusted patient days equals or exceeds 30 percent and rural hospitals as defined in Section 395.602, Florida Statutes, are excluded from this reduction.
2. Eliminate the inpatient reimbursement ceilings for hospitals whose charity care and Medicaid days, as a percentage of total adjusted hospital days, equal or exceed 11 percent. For any public hospital or any leased public hospital found to have sovereign immunity or hospital with graduate medical education positions that does not qualify for the elimination of the inpatient ceilings under this section of proviso or any other proviso listed, such hospitals shall be exempt from the inpatient reimbursement ceilings contingent on the hospital or local governmental entity providing the required state match. The agency shall use the average of the 2003, 2004 and 2005 audited DSH data available as of March 1, 2009. In the event the agency does not have the prescribed three years of audited DSH data for a hospital, the agency shall use the average of the audited DSH data for 2003, 2004 and 2005 that are available. Any hospital that was exempt from the inpatient reimbursement ceiling in the prior state fiscal year, due to their charity care and Medicaid days as a percentage to total adjusted hospital days equaling or exceeding 11 percent, but no longer meets the 11 percent threshold, because of updated audited DSH data, shall remain exempt from the inpatient reimbursement ceilings for a period of two years.
3. Eliminate the inpatient reimbursement ceilings for hospitals that have a minimum of ten licensed Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Beds and are located in Trauma Services Area 2.
4. Eliminate the inpatient hospital reimbursement ceilings for hospitals whose Medicaid days as a percentage of total hospital days exceed 7.3 percent, and are designated or provisional trauma centers. This provision shall apply to all hospitals that are designated or provisional trauma centers on July 1, 2010, and any hospitals that becomes a designated or provisional trauma center during Fiscal Year 2010-2011. Included in these funds are the annualized amounts to offset the reductions taken against certified trauma centers as identified in Section 12, Chapter 2007-326, Laws of Florida. The agency shall use the average of the 2003, 2004 and 2005 audited Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) data available as of March 1, 2009. In the event the agency does not have the prescribed three years of audited Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) data for a hospital, the agency shall use the average of the audited DSH data for 2003, 2004 and 2005 that are available.
5. $9,932,000 is provided for global fees for providing liver transplant services to Medicaid beneficiaries.
6. Eliminate the inpatient reimbursement ceilings for teaching, specialty, Community Hospital Education Program hospitals, and Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Units that have a minimum of three of the following designated tertiary services as regulated under the Certificate of Need Program: pediatric bone marrow transplantation, pediatric open heart surgery, pediatric cardiac catheterization, and pediatric heart transplantation. Included in these funds are the annualized amounts to offset the reductions taken against hospitals defined in Section 408.07(45), Florida Statutes, that are not certified trauma centers, as identified in Section 12, Chapter 2007-326, Laws of Florida.
7. Buy back of the Medicaid trend adjustment that is being applied against the Medicaid inpatient rates for the following three categories of hospitals. Of these funds
• $31,984,943 is provided to the first category of hospitals, which are those hospitals that are part of a system that operates a provider service network in the following manner: $18,773,903 is for Jackson Memorial Hospital; $2,133,277 is for hospitals in Broward Health; $4,906,684 is for hospitals in the Memorial Healthcare System; and $760,226 is for Shands Jacksonville and $5,410,853 is for Shands Gainesville. In the event that the above amounts exceed the amount of the Medicaid trend adjustment applied to each hospital, then the excess funds will be used to buy back other Medicaid reductions in the inpatient rate.
• $12,139,819 shall be used for the second category to buy back the Medicaid trend adjustment that is being applied against the Medicaid inpatient rates for those hospitals that are licensed as a children’s specialty hospital and whose Medicaid days plus charity care days divided by total adjusted patient days equals or exceeds 30 percent. In the event that the funds under this category exceed the amount of the Medicaid trend adjustment, then any excess funds will be used to buy back other Medicaid reductions in the inpatient rate for those individual hospitals.
• $5,475,985 shall be used for the third category to buy back the Medicaid trend adjustment that is being applied against the Medicaid inpatient rates to rural hospitals. In the event that the funds under this category exceed the amount of the Medicaid trend adjustment, then any excess funds will be used to buy back other Medicaid reductions in the inpatient rate for those individual hospitals.
The agency shall use the 2003, 2004 and 2005 audited DSH data available as of March 1, 2009. In the event the agency does not have the prescribed three years of audited DSH data for a hospital, the agency shall use the average of the audited DSH data for 2003, 2004 and 2005 that are available.
8. Public hospitals, including any leased public hospital found to have sovereign immunity, teaching hospitals as defined in Section 408.07(45) or 395.805, Florida Statutes, which have seventy or more full-time equivalent resident physicians, hospitals with graduate medical education positions that do not otherwise qualify, and for designated trauma hospitals to buy back the Medicaid inpatient trend adjustment applied to their individual hospital rates and other Medicaid reductions to their inpatient rates up to actual Medicaid inpatient cost.
9. Hospitals not previously provided this authority, may buy back the Medicaid inpatient trend adjustment applied to their individual hospital rates and other Medicaid reductions to their inpatient rates up to actual Medicaid inpatient cost. The agency shall not include the funds described in this paragraph for the buy back of reductions to inpatient hospital rates in the calculation of capitation rates for Health Maintenance Organizations unless the nonfederal share is provided through grants and donations from state, county or other governmental funds. This section does not include the buy back of the Medicaid inpatient trend adjustment applied to the individual state mental health hospitals.
10. $40,000,000 is provided for hospital exemptions from inpatient reimbursement limitations for any hospital, not elsewhere qualifying for an exemption, that has local funds available for intergovernmental transfers. The payments under this proviso are contingent on the state share being provided through grants and donations from state, county, or other governmental funds. The agency shall not include the funds described in this paragraph for the buy back of reductions to inpatient hospital rates in the calculation of capitation rates for Health Maintenance Organizations unless the nonfederal share is provided through grants and donations from state, county or other governmental funds. This section of proviso does not include the buy back of the Medicaid inpatient trend adjustment applied to the individual state mental health hospitals.
11. $6,000,000 is provided for Medicaid payments for multi-visceral transplant and intestine transplants in Florida. The agency shall establish a reasonable global fee for these transplant procedures and the payments shall be used to pay approved multi-visceral transplant and intestine transplant facilities a global fee for providing transplant services to Medicaid beneficiaries.
12. Adjust the Medicaid rate for any rural hospital that moved into a replacement facility during calendar year 2009 to reflect Medicaid costs for the period of time from moving into the replacement facility to when the rate would reflect the costs of the replacement facility through the routine rate setting process. To qualify for this adjustment, a hospital must have a combined Medicaid and charity care utilization rate of at least 25 percent based on the most recent information reported to the Agency for Health Care Administration prior to moving into the replacement facility.
13. Funds in Specific Appropriation 190 shall be used for a Disproportionate Share Hospital Program as provided in Sections 409.911, 409.9113, and 409.9119, Florida Statutes:
$155,223,205 – Payments to public hospitals;
$66,131,172 – Payments to Teaching hospitals;
$2,000,000 – Payments for Graduate Medical Education (GME);
$13,020,000 – Payments to family practice teaching hospitals;
$800,000 – Payments to hospitals licensed as specialty children’s hospitals; and
$9,216,200 – Payments to Provider Service Network hospitals.
15. Clarifying the definition of late cost report and acceptance procedures.
16. New policies regarding resubmissions of cost reports by providers.
17. Development of a sanction process (possibly a daily fine) for late cost reports including reimbursement at the lowest per diem by class.
18. Development of new policies and procedures regarding AHCA’s ability to recoup overpayments.
19. AHCA will reserve the right to submit any provider found to be out of compliance with any of the new policies and procedures regarding cost reports to the Bureau of Medicaid Program Integrity for investigations.
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The purpose and effect of the proposed rule development is to incorporate changes to the Florida Title XIX Outpatient Hospital Reimbursement Plan in accordance with House Bill 5001, 2010-2011 General Appropriations Act, Specific Appropriation 194, and to address a series of cost report issues.
1. The Agency shall implement a recurring methodology in the Title XIX Outpatient Hospital Reimbursement Plan to achieve a $54,791,389 rate reduction. In establishing rates through the normal process, prior to including this reduction, if the unit cost is equal to or less than the unit cost used in establishing the budget, then no additional reduction in rates is necessary. In establishing rates through the normal process, prior to including this reduction, if the unit cost is greater than the unit cost used in establishing the budget, then rates shall be reduced by an amount required to achieve this reduction, but shall not be reduced below the unit cost used in establishing the budget. Hospitals that are licensed as a children’s specialty hospital and whose Medicaid days plus charity care days divided by total adjusted patient days equals or exceeds 30 percent and rural hospitals as defined in Section 395.602, Florida Statutes, are excluded from this reduction.
2. Elimination the outpatient reimbursement ceilings for hospitals whose charity care and Medicaid days as a percentage of total adjusted hospital days equals or exceeds 11 percent. For any public hospital or any leased public hospital found to have sovereign immunity or hospital with graduate medical education positions that does not qualify for the elimination of the outpatient ceilings, such hospitals shall be exempt from the outpatient reimbursement ceilings. The agency shall use the average of the 2003, 2004 and 2005 audited DSH data available as of March 1, 2009. In the event the agency does not have the prescribed three years of audited DSH data for a hospital, the agency shall use the average of the audited DSH data for 2003, 2004 and 2005 that are available. Any hospital that was exempt from the outpatient reimbursement ceiling in the prior state fiscal year, due to their charity care and Medicaid days as a percentage to total adjusted hospital days equaling or exceeding 11 percent, but no longer meet the 11 percent threshold, because of updated audited DSH data shall remain exempt from the outpatient reimbursement ceilings for a period of two years.
3. Elimination of the outpatient reimbursement ceilings for hospitals that have a minimum of ten licensed Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Beds and are located in Trauma Services Area 2.
4. Elimination the outpatient reimbursement ceilings for hospitals whose Medicaid days, as a percentage of total hospital days, exceed 7.3 percent, and are designated or provisional trauma centers. This provision shall apply to all hospitals that are designated or provisional trauma centers on July 1, 2010 or become a designated or provisional trauma center during Fiscal Year 2010-2011. Included in these funds are the annualized amounts to offset the reductions taken against certified trauma centers as identified in section 13, Chapter 2007-326, Laws of Florida. The agency shall use the average of the 2003, 2004 and 2005 audited DSH data available as of March 1, 2009. In the event the agency does not have the prescribed three years of audited DSH data for a hospital, the agency shall use the average of the audited DSH data for 2003, 2004 and 2005 that are available.
5. $12,226,583 is provided to buy back the Medicaid trend adjustment that is being applied against the Medicaid outpatient rates for the following three categories of hospitals:
• $3,372,389 is provided to the first category of hospitals, which are those hospitals that are part of a system that operate a provider service network in the following manner:
$570,978 is for Jackson Memorial Hospital;
$458,668 is for hospitals in Broward Health;
$840,958 is for hospitals in the Memorial Healthcare System;
$256,166 to Shands Jacksonville and
$1,245,619 to Shands Gainesville.
In the event that the above amounts exceed the amount of the Medicaid trend adjustment applied to each hospital, then the excess funds will be used to buy back other Medicaid reductions in the outpatient rate.
• $4,221,468 shall be used for the second category of hospitals to buy back the Medicaid trend adjustment that is being applied against the Medicaid outpatient rates for those hospitals that are licensed as a children’s specialty hospital and whose Medicaid days plus charity care days divided by total adjusted patient days equals or exceeds 30 percent. In the event that the above amounts exceed the amount of the Medicaid trend adjustment applied to each hospital, then the excess funds will be used to buy back other Medicaid reductions in the outpatient rate.
• $4,632,726 shall be used for the third category of hospitals to buy back the Medicaid trend adjustment that is being applied against the Medicaid outpatient rates for rural hospitals. In the event that the funds under this category exceed the amount of the Medicaid trend adjustment, then any excess funds will be used to buy back other Medicaid reductions in the outpatient rate for those individual hospitals.
The Agency shall use the average of 2003, 2004 and 2005 audited DSH data available as of March 1, 2009. In the event the agency does not have the prescribed three years of audited DSH data for a hospital, the agency shall use the average of the audited DSH data for 2003, 2004 and 2005 that are available.
6. $66,317,949 is provided for public hospitals, including any leased public hospital found to have sovereign immunity, teaching hospitals as defined in Section 408.07(45) or 395.805, Florida Statutes, which have seventy or more full-time equivalent resident physicians, hospitals with graduate medical education positions that do not otherwise qualify, and designated trauma hospitals to buy back the Medicaid outpatient trend adjustment applied to their individual hospital rates and other Medicaid reductions to their outpatient rates up to actual Medicaid outpatient cost.
7.a) Hospitals may buy back the Medicaid outpatient trend adjustment applied to their individual hospital rates and other Medicaid reductions to their outpatient rates up to actual Medicaid outpatient cost.; and
b) $15,000,000 is provided for exemptions from outpatient reimbursement limitations for any hospital that has local funds available for intergovernmental transfers, not elsewhere qualifying for an exemption. The agency shall not include the funds described in this paragraph for the buy back of reductions to outpatient hospital rates in the calculation of capitation rates for Health Maintenance Organizations unless the nonfederal share is provided through grants and donations from state, county or other governmental funds. This section of proviso does not include the buy back of the Medicaid inpatient trend adjustment applied to the individual state mental health hospitals.
8. Clarifying the definition of late cost report and acceptance procedures.
9. New policies regarding resubmissions of cost reports by providers.
10. Development of a sanction process (possibly a daily fine) for late cost reports including reimbursement at the lowest per diem by class.
11. Development of new policies and procedures regarding AHCA’s ability to recoup overpayments.
12. AHCA will reserve the right to submit any provider found to be out of compliance with any of the new policies and procedures regarding cost reports to the Bureau of Medicaid Program Integrity for investigations.
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The purpose and effect of the proposed rule development is to incorporate changes to the Florida Title XIX Intermediate Care Facilities (ICF) for the Mentally Retarded and the Developmentally Disabled Facilities not Publicly Owned and not Publicly Operated Reimbursement Plan (the Plan) Effective July 1, 2010, the Agency will amend Florida Title XIX Intermediate Care Facilities (ICF) for the Mentally Retarded and the Developmentally Disabled Facilities not Publicly Owned and not Publicly Operated Reimbursement Plan (the Plan) to address the following cost reporting issues:
1. Clarifying the definition of a late cost report and late cost report acceptance procedures.
2. Resubmissions of cost reports by providers.
3. Development of a sanction process (possibly a daily fine) for late cost reports including reimbursement at the lowest per diem by class or area.
4. Development of new policies and procedures regarding AHCA’s ability to recoup overpayments.
5. AHCA reserves the right to submit any provider found to be out of compliance with cost reporting policies and procedures to Medicaid Program Integrity for investigation of Medicaid fraud and abuse.
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The purpose and effect of the proposed amendment is to incorporate changes to the Florida Title XIX Payment Methodology for County Health Departments Reimbursement Plan (the Plan) effective July 1, 2010. In accordance with House Bill 5001, 2010-11 General Appropriations Act, Specific Appropriation 212, and to address a series of cost report issues, the Florida Title XIX Payment Methodology for County Health Departments Reimbursement Plan will be amended as follows:
1. The Agency shall implement a recurring methodology in the Title XIX County Health Department Reimbursement Plan to achieve a $40,379,100 rate reduction to modify the reimbursement rates for county health departments. In establishing rates through the normal process, prior to including this reduction, if the unit cost is equal to or less than the unit cost used in establishing the budget, then no additional reduction in rates is necessary. In establishing rates through the normal process, prior to including this reduction, if the unit cost is greater than the unit cost used in establishing the budget, then rates shall be reduced by an amount required to achieve this reduction, but shall not be reduced below the unit cost used in establishing the budget.
2. $42,631,388 is provided for county health departments to buy back clinic services rate adjustments, effective on or after July 1, 2008.
3. Clarifying the definition of late cost report and acceptance procedures.
4. New policies regarding resubmissions of cost reports by providers.
5. Development of a sanction process (possibly a daily fine) for late cost reports including reimbursement at the lowest per diem.
6. Development of new policies and procedures regarding AHCA’s ability to recoup overpayments.
7. AHCA will reserve the right to submit any provider found to be out of compliance with any of the new policies and procedures regarding cost reports to the Bureau of Medicaid Program Integrity for investigations.
- Proposed Rules (13)
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The purpose of the new rule which deals exclusively with uniformed services voters who are absent stateside (not overseas) is to provide procedures to this specific class of voters in light of the recently enacted Military and Overseas Voter Empowerment Act (MOVE Act) (Public law 111-84, subpart H of the Military Defense Authorization Act) and the new Chapter law 2010-167, Laws of Florida. The MOVE Act included a number of provisions to facilitate absentee ballot requests by all voters entitled to vote absentee under the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA) and to enhance the timely delivery and return of voted absentee ballots by such voters. The proposed rule also reflects the federal law and state law change that requires absentee ballots to be sent 45 days in advance of any election. The proposed rule changes also reflects the directive to states to coordinate with local election officials to give the voter more choices to designate how he or she wants to make and receive absentee ballot requests, and receive absentee ballots and other election materials including via electronic mail.
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The purpose and effect of the proposed rule is to clarify sex offender and child abuse offender visitation restrictions.
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The purpose and effect of the proposed rule amendment will be to repeal rules the Department no longer has authority to enforce.
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The registration forms codified in Rule 69I-20.001, F.A.C., are being amended, in part, to clarify that the applicant must provide the federal tax identification number of the applicant’s employer rather than the applicant’s social security number and to clarify that only the registrant may sign the claim form and the purchase agreement. The existing notarized statement form codified in Rule 69I-20.0022, F.A.C., is being amended to expressly state that the claimant must produce the claimant’s photographic identification to the notary. The proposed amendment to Rule 69I-20.0022, F.A.C., also creates affidavits attesting to the claimant’s or seller’s identity to be used only when the claimant or seller does not possess any form of government-issued photographic identification. The claimant affidavit codified in Rule 69I-20.0026, F.A.C., is being amended, in part, to provide a space for the claimant to put the description of the unclaimed property and to put the name of the holder that reported the property. The amended affidavit also requires the claimant to provide an explanation regarding why the claimant believes that he or she is the reported owner of the unclaimed property account. The claimant must be the “apparent owner” as defined by Section 717.101(2), F.S. Proposed Rule 69I-20.090, F.A.C., provides model language that may be used in orders or settlements requiring restitution. The recommended paragraphs provide that uncashed restitution checks are to be reported as unclaimed property. The language may be modified to fit the facts of the particular case.
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Proposed Rule 69I-20.0037, F.A.C., creates a form for the reporting of the precious metals in accordance with Section 538.32, Florida Statutes.
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Proposed Rule 69I-44.022, F.A.C., incorporates a form into the Department’s rules for the reporting of the unclaimed funds in accordance with Sections 43.19, 402.17, 550.1645, 705.103, 732.107, 733.816 and 744.534, Florida Statutes.
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The proposed amendment changes the amount of firefighter line of duty death benefits in accordance with the March 2010 Consumer Price Index, as directed by statute.
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Rule Chapter 14-24, F.A.C., is being amended to clarify the procedure and requirements for the prompt and satisfactory settlement or legal defense of claims. The title of the Rule Chapter will be changed to “Surety Disqualification For Failure To Settle Claims.”
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The proposed rule amendment is intended to set forth a fee increase for renewal of the license to practice as a physician assistant.
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The proposed rule amendment is intended to set forth a fee increase for renewal of the license to practice as a physician assistant.
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The proposed amendment is intended to remove the requirement for direct supervision under certain circumstances.
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The proposed amendment is intended to incorporate the revised licensure application in the Board’s application rule.
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The proposed rule amendment is intended to incorporate the revised Application for Registration as an Osteopathic Physician in Training in the Board’s rule regarding the registration of unlicensed physicians.
- Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver (37)
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On April 12, 2010, Coastal Recycling Services, LLC, applied for a variance from the provisions of paragraph 62-701.710(7)(a), F.A.C., which requires that proof of financial assurance for closure of the facility be included with the permit application. Petitioner alleged that requiring compliance before the facility began construction would create a substantial hardship. Notice was published in the F.A.W. on May 14, 2010. The Order Granting Variance allows the petitioner to delay providing proof of financial assurance until at least 60 days prior to the first receipt of waste.
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The basis for the request is that: (1) The complex met the code requirements at the time it was built, and has not undergone any change of use or significant renovation since that time; (2) there is no record of a fire ever having occurring at the complex; (3) each apartment unit is directly accessible to an exterior corridor leading to vertical access by way of stairs located at both ends of each exterior corridor, and (4) the installation of a fire alarm system in all buildings located at the apartment complex would cost an estimated $225,000. The basis for denying the petition is that it does not meet the statutory conditions for waiver in Section 120.542, Florida Statutes, which requires that the status quo meet the level of fire protection intended by the underlying statute, and that the application of the Department’s rule would either create a substantial hardship on the Petitioner, or would affect Petitioner in a manner significantly different from the way it affects other similarly situated persons who are subject to the rule.
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an Emergency Variance for Subparagraph 3-305.11(A)(2), 2001 FDA Food Code, Paragraph 3-305.14, 2001 FDA Food Code, Paragraph 6-202.15, 2001 FDA Food Code, Paragraph 6-202.16, 2001 FDA Food Code, subsections 61C-4.010(1), (6), Florida Administrative Code, from Lesly Catering, Orlando, FL. The above referenced F.A.C. addresses the requirement for proper handling and dispensing of food. They are requesting to dispense bulk potentially hazardous foods other than frankfurters from an open air mobile food dispensing vehicle.
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/ from Dennis M. Clos, Santa Maria Condominium, Fort Myers Beach, Florida. Petitioner seeks a variance to the requirements of A17.3, 3.11.3, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires upgrading the elevator for firefighters’ emergency operations which poses a significant economic/financial hardship.
Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
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/ from Lee Rigby, c/o Wachovia Bank Building, Stuart, Florida. Petitioner seeks an emergency variance to the requirements of A17.3, 2.7.4, 3.3.2, 3.11.3, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires upgrading the elevator for door restrictors, platform guards, and firefighters’ emergency operations which pose a significant economic/ financial hardship.
Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
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/ from Paul Komie, Alliance Elevator Consultants, Inc., c/o Yomtob Office Holdings LLC, Delray Beach, Florida. Petitioner seeks an emergency variance to the requirements of A17.3, 3.11.3, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires upgrading the elevator for firefighters’ emergency operations which pose a significant economic/ financial hardship.
Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
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/ from Lagoon Towers Condo Assn, c/o Lagoon Towers, Panama City Beach, Florida. Petitioner seeks an emergency variance to the requirements of A17.3, 2.7.4, 3.11.3, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires upgrading the elevators for door restrictors and firefighters’ emergency operations which pose a significant economic/financial hardship.
Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
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/ from Ralph Belfiglio, c/o Hampton Court Apts., St. Petersburg, Florida. Petitioner seeks an emergency variance to the requirements of A17.3, 2.7.4, 3.3.2, 3.10.2, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires upgrading the elevator for door restrictors, platform guards, and firefighters’ emergency operations which pose a significant economic/financial hardship.
Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
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/ from Safe Elevator Corporation – Chrissy Cronin, c/o 800 Beach Rd. Condominium Assn Inc., – Johns Island, Vero Beach, Florida. Petitioner seeks an emergency variance to the requirements of A17.3, 2.7.4, 3.3.2, 3.11.3, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires upgrading the elevator for door restrictors, platform guards, and firefighters’ emergency operations which pose a significant economic/financial hardship.
Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
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/ from Tray Edmonds on behalf of Three Oaks Buildings 2 & 3, Jacksonville, FL. Petitioner seeks a waiver/variance of the requirements of Rules 2.7.4 and 3.11.3, ASME A17.3, as adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires restricted door openings and Fire Fighter Service Phase I and II. Petitioner states that correcting these violations will require extensive renovations of the control system which is expensive and will require shutting the elevators down for an extended time. Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
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/ from Central Florida Housing and Neighborhood Development Services, Inc. on behalf of Lake Davis Apartments, Orlando, FL. Petitioner seeks a waiver/variance of the requirements of unspecified sections of ASMEA17.3, as adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code. Petitioner states that due to the poor economy, they are unable to fund the needed work. Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
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a variance from Will Sunter, Esquire on behalf of 6505 Democracy Associates. Petitioner seeks a waiver/variance of the requirements of 3.11.3, ASME A17.3, as adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires Fire Fighter Service Phase I & II. Petitioner states that additional time is needed to raise the funds given the current poor economy and increased expenses for taxes and insurance while rents have remained stagnancy or decreased. Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
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waiver or variance filed by Aparna Dole, M.D., from subsection 64B8-4.009(5), F.A.C., with regard to the requirement for documentation of medical education directly from Petitioner’s medical school. Comments on this petition should be filed with: Board of Medicine, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C03, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3053, within 14 days of publication of this notice.
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/ from Safe Elevator Corporation – Chrissy Cronin, c/o Ocean Place Condo Assn Inc., – Johns Island, Vero Beach, Florida. Petitioner seeks an emergency variance to the requirements of A17.3, 2.7.4, 3.3.2, 3.11.3, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires upgrading the elevator for door restrictors, platform guards, and firefighters’ emergency operations which pose a significant economic/financial hardship.
Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
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/ from Safe Elevator Corporation – Chrissy Cronin, c/o Ocean Place Condo Assn Inc., – Johns Island, 1150 Beach Rd., Vero Beach, Florida. Petitioner seeks an emergency variance to the requirements of A17.3, 2.7.4, 3.3.2, 3.11.3, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires upgrading the elevator for door restrictors, platform guards, and firefighters’ emergency operations which pose a significant economic/financial hardship.
Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
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/ from William F. Miller, Property Manager, c/o Pelican Pointe of Sebastian I Condominium Assoc., Sebastian, Florida. Petitioner seeks an emergency variance to the requirements of A17.3, 3.3.2, 3.11.3, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires upgrading the elevator for platform guards, and firefighters’ emergency operations which pose a significant economic/financial hardship.
Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
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NAME OF THE PETITIONER: City of DeFuniak Springs, Florida, DCA10-WAI-111
DATE PETITION WAS FILED: May 17, 2010
RULE NUMBER AND NATURE OF THE RULE FROM WHICH THE WAIVER OR VARIANCE IS SOUGHT: Paragraph 9B-43.0041(2)(b), Florida Administrative Code
THE GENERAL BASIS FOR THE DECISION: The Petitioner sought a waiver of the grant ceiling limitations imposed upon the City of DeFuniak Springs under the Small Cities Community Development Block Grant Program, referenced in paragraph 9B-43.0041(2)(b), Florida Administrative Code, and a supplemental award. One of the explicit purposes for the Small Cities Community Development Block Grant program is to provide “activities to improve housing conditions and expand housing opportunities, providing direct benefit to persons of low or moderate income.” Section 290.0411, Florida Statutes (2007). The project waiver and supplemental award proposed by the Petitioner’s application directly fulfill this statutory objective. The Petitioner has demonstrated that, absent the waiver, the City and the recipient of the benefits of the underlying grant will suffer a substantial economic hardship.
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/ from Henry Bryant, Supervisor, c/o Internal Operations Center One, Orlando, Florida. Petitioner seeks a variance to the requirements of A17.3, 3.11.3, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires upgrading the elevators for firefighters’ emergency operations which pose a significant economic/financial hardship.
Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
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/ from Karen Bates, President, The Aloha Condo Assn., Inc., c/o Aloha Condo, Orlando, Florida. Petitioner seeks a variance to the requirements of A17.1, 2.27.3.2.1(a), as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires elevator fire alarm initiating device maintenance which pose a significant economic/financial hardship.
Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
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/ from John Petrikas, Trinity St. Jude Inc., c/o Oxford House Apts, Fort Myers, Florida. Petitioner seeks a variance to the requirements of A17.1, 3.3.2, 2.7.4, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires elevator upgrades for door restrictors and platform guards which pose a significant economic/financial hardship.
Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
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Heron Harbour Condo Association. Petitioner seeks a variance of the requirements of ASME A17.3, Section 3.11.3, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires upgrading the elevators for firefighters’ emergency operations which poses a significant economic/financial hardship. Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
A copy of the Petition may be obtained by contacting: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT on May 5, 2010, the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Hotels and Restaurants, Bureau of Elevator Safety received a petition from Boca Bayou. Petitioner seeks a variance of the requirements of ASME A17.3, Section 3.11.3, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires upgrading the elevators for firefighters’ emergency operations which poses a significant economic/financial hardship. Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
A copy of the Petition may be obtained by contacting: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT on May 7, 2010, the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Hotels and Restaurants, Bureau of Elevator Safety received a petition from Gate Riverplace Tower. Petitioner seeks a variance of the requirements of ASME A17.1, Section 2.2.2.5, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires a sump pump in elevators with firefighters’ emergency operation, installation of which poses a significant economic/financial hardship. Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
A copy of the Petition may be obtained by contacting: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT on May 10, 2010, the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Hotels and Restaurants, Bureau of Elevator Safety received a petition from Regency West Condo 1. Petitioner seeks a variance of the requirements of ASME A17.3, Section 3.11.3, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires upgrading the elevators for firefighters’ emergency operations which poses a significant economic/financial hardship. Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
A copy of the Petition may be obtained by contacting: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT on May 21, 2010, the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Hotels and Restaurants, Bureau of Elevator Safety received a petition from The Ambassador Hotel Cooperative Apartments Corporation. Petitioner seeks a variance of the requirements of ASME A17.3, Section 3.11.3, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires upgrading the elevators for firefighters’ emergency operations which poses a significant economic/financial hardship. Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
A copy of the Petition may be obtained by contacting: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT on May 21, 2010, the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Hotels and Restaurants, Bureau of Elevator Safety received a petition from Crown House Condo. Petitioner seeks a variance of the requirements of ASME A17.3, Section 3.11.3 or an unspecified Section of A17.3, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires upgrading the elevators for firefighters’ emergency operations which poses a significant economic/financial hardship. Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
A copy of the Petition may be obtained by contacting: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT on May 21, 2010, the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Hotels and Restaurants, Bureau of Elevator Safety received a petition from Mariner IV Condo Association. Petitioner seeks an emergency variance of the requirements of ASME A17.3, Section 3.11.3 and 2.7.4, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires upgrading the elevators for firefighters’ emergency operations and installing restricted door openings which poses a significant economic/financial hardship. Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
A copy of the Petition may be obtained by contacting: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT on May 21, 2010, the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Hotels and Restaurants, Bureau of Elevator Safety received a petition from Privateer South Condo Association. Petitioner seeks a variance of the requirements of ASME A17.3, Section 3.11.3 and 2.7.4, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires upgrading the elevators for firefighters’ emergency operations and installing restricted door openings which poses a significant economic/ financial hardship. Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
A copy of the Petition may be obtained by contacting: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT on May 24, 2010, the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Hotels and Restaurants, Bureau of Elevator Safety received a petition from Labcorp Building. Petitioner seeks a variance of the requirements of ASME A17.3, Section 3.11.3, 2.7.4, 3.10.4(t) and 2.6.2, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires upgrading the elevators for firefighters’ emergency operations, installing restricted door openings, self closing doors and a car stop-switch which poses a significant economic/financial hardship. Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
A copy of the Petition may be obtained by contacting: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT on May 24, 2010, the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Hotels and Restaurants, Bureau of Elevator Safety received a petition from Southbay Condo Association. Petitioner seeks a variance of the requirements of an unspecified Section of A17.3, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, which poses a significant economic/ financial hardship. Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
A copy of the Petition may be obtained by contacting: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT on May 24, 2010, the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Hotels and Restaurants, Bureau of Elevator Safety received a petition from The Home Association. Petitioner seeks a variance of the requirements of ASME A17.3, Section 2.3.3 and 3.10.4(e), as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires a stop switch in the pit and on top of every car, installation of which poses a significant economic/financial hardship. Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
A copy of the Petition may be obtained by contacting: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT on May 24, 2010, the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Hotels and Restaurants, Bureau of Elevator Safety received a petition from 100 Ocean Rd. Condo Association. Petitioner seeks a variance of the requirements of ASME A17.1, Section 2.7.2.1, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that permits only the proper machinery and equipment in the elevator machine room. Petitioner would like the fire panel to be installed in the machine room. Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
A copy of the Petition may be obtained by contacting: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT on May 24, 2010, the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Hotels and Restaurants, Bureau of Elevator Safety received a petition from Beach Winds Condo. Petitioner seeks a variance of the requirements of ASME A17.3, Section 3.11.3, 2.7.4 and 3.10.4(u), as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires upgrading the elevators for firefighters’ emergency operations, and installing restricted door openings and an emergency stop switch which poses a significant economic/financial hardship. Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
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The Petition for Waiver and/or Variance was filed by Adam D. Sterlace, D.O., on February 22, 2010, seeking a waiver or variance from Rule 64B15-13.001, F.A.C., with regard to the requirement for continuing medical education (CME) to be obtained by the completion of live, participatory attendance courses. The Notice was published in Vol. 36, No. 12, of the Florida Administrative Weekly, on March 26, 2010. The Board, at its meeting held on May 15, 2010, voted to grant the Petition for Waiver or Variance finding that the Petitioner demonstrated a substantial hardship and met the purpose of the underlying statute, and that application of the rule would violate the principles of fairness.
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/ from Gary Cerceck, c/o Beach Condominium, Redington Shores, Florida. Petitioner seeks an emergency variance to the requirements of A17.3, 3.11.3; A17.1, 306.6 as required in NFPA 70, Article 620-51, as adopted by Chapter 30, Section 3001.2 Florida Building Code, adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), Florida Administrative Code, that requires upgrading the elevator for firefighters’ emergency operations and component rewiring which pose a significant economic/financial hardship.
Any interested person may file comments within 14 days of the publication of this notice with: Mark Boutin, Bureau of Elevator Safety, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1013.
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variance from Harvey and Jane Lewis, 5340 Great Oak Court, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, pursuant to Section 120.542, F.S. Petitioner is seeking variance from paragraph 40B-4.3030(12)(b), F.A.C., as to the 75-foot setback requirement. Petitioner seeks to elevate the existing building, in Hamilton County, in Township 1 South, Range 11 East, Section 12. 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 10-0102.
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the Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County, seeking a withdrawal of its petition for temporary waiver of paragraph 60BB-8.201(4)(a), F.A.C., which provides requirements for Coalitions to conduct parent-orientation sessions for parents registering their children for the Voluntary Prekindergarten Education Program. The Petition has been assigned OGC file number 2010-00062. A Notice of Receipt of Petition for Variance/Waiver was published on May 14, 2010.
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Variance (Application No.: 100428-8) from The Walt Disney World Company, P. O. Box 10000, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 for a project known as Walt Disney World Resort, located in Orange and Osceola Counties. The petition seeks relief from provisions in Rule 40E-24.201, F.A.C., pertaining to mandatory year-round landscape irrigation conversation measures, pursuant to Section 120.542, Florida Statutes.
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Variance (Application No.: 100428-9) from Reedy Creek Improvement District, c/o Ray Maxwell, District Administrator, P. O. Box 10170, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830, for a project known as Reedy Creek Improvement District, located in Orange and Osceola Counties. The petition seeks relief from provisions in Rule 40E-24.201, F.A.C., pertaining to mandatory year-round landscape irrigation conversation measures, pursuant to Section 120.542, Florida Statutes.
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a waiver or variance of Rule 64B7-32.002, F.A.C. with respect to documentation of graduation from a Board approved massage school. Petitioner seeks a variance or waiver from the requirement of an official transcript documenting the applicant’s training.
Comments on this petition should be filed with: Board of Massage Therapy, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C06, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3256, within 14 days of publication of this notice.
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a waiver or variance of Rule 64B7-28.009, F.A.C. with respect to the 12 continuing education hours that is to be taken via live classroom instruction. Petitioner seeks a variance or waiver from the requirement of the licensee’s continuing education to be obtained in a live classroom setting.
Comments on this petition should be filed with the Board of Massage Therapy, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C06, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3256, within 14 days of publication of this notice.
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waiver from Miami-Dade County, Application No. 10-0524-1M, for utilization of Works or Lands of the District known as the C-4 Canal for ditch filling and installation of French drains and risers. The project site is located within the north right of way of the C-4 Canal between Walsh Boulevard and S. W. 119th Avenue; Section 2, Township 54 South, Range 39 East, Miami-Dade County. The petition seeks relief from paragraph 40E-6.221(2)(j), Florida Administrative Code, which prohibits the placement of drainage treatment facilities within Works or Lands of the District.
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waiver from the Town of Davie, Application No.: 08-0918-1M, for utilization of Works or Lands of the District known as the C-11 Canal for proposed linear park improvements consisting of landscaping and signs within the north right of way of C-11 Canal, Sections 28, 29, 30, 25, Township 50 South, Range 40 & 41 East; Broward County. The petition seeks relief from subsections 40E-6.011(4) and (6), Florida Administrative Code, which prohibits the placement of permanent and semi-permanent above ground facilities within 40 feet of the top of canal bank within Works or Lands of the District.
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waiver from Collier County Board of Commissioners, Application Number: 10-0216-2, for utilization of Works or Lands of the District known as the Airport Road Canal for existing safety cameras which includes poles with foundation and conduits; Section 13, Township 49 South, Range 25 East, Collier County. The petition seeks relief from subsections 40E-6.011(4), (5), and paragraph 40E-6.221(2)(j), Florida Administrative Code, and the Basis of Review and criteria which governs placement of above-ground permanent and semi-permanent encroachments within 40' top of canal bank within the Works or Lands of the District.
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waiver from Collier County Board of Commissioners, Application Number: 10-0216-1, for utilization of Works or Lands of the District known as the County Road 951 Canal for existing safety cameras which includes poles with foundation and conduits; Section 26, Township 49 South, Range 26 East, Collier County. The petition seeks relief from subsections 40E-6.011(4), (5), and paragraph 40E-6.221(2)(j), Florida Administrative Code, and the Basis of Review and criteria which governs placement of above-ground permanent and semi-permanent encroachments within 40' top of canal bank within the Works or Lands of the District.
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Margarita Sosa. Petitioner is seeking a variance or waiver of paragraph 64B3-5.004(3)(a), Florida Administrative Code, which sets forth the requirements for a specialty licensure as a technician in microbiology, serology/immunology, clinical chemistry, hematology, and immunohematology.
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Lazaro Joseph Garrido, seeking a variance or waiver of paragraph 64B4-3.003(3)(b), F.A.C., which requires that the applicant receive a passing score on the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE), with the passing score being the recommended cut-off score provided by the Nation Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC).
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The Department received a petition under Section 120.542, Florida Statutes, from Lee Pitkiewicz, which requested a variance from or waiver of the provision in Section 403.813(2)(b), Florida Statutes, that prohibits the installation of mooring pilings associated with a private docking facility as an activity exempt from permitting if the dock will create a navigational hazard. Notice of receipt of this petition was published in the Florida Administrative Weekly on March 19, 2010. No public comment was received. The Final Order, file number OGC 10-1051, denied the petition, because Section 120.542, Florida Statutes, prohibits an agency from granting a variance from or waiver of a statutory provision.
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variance or waiver from Michigan Millers Mutual Insurance Company, pursuant to Section 120.542, Florida Statutes, and Rule 28-104.002, Florida Administrative Code. The Petitioner is requesting a variance or waiver from Rule 69L-56.3013, Florida Administrative Code, which sets forth requirements for filing certain workers’ compensation claims information with the Division of Workers’ Compensation via electronic data interchange rather than by submitting paper forms. Michigan Millers Mutual Insurance Company requests the variance or waiver so that it may submit by paper the information for its two open Florida workers’ compensation claims rather than being required to submit the information via electronic data interchange.
Comments on this petition should be filed with: Department of Financial Services, Division of Workers’ Compensation, 200 E. Gaines Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-4229, within 14 days of publication of this notice.
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To review and rank apprenticeship applications for the 2010-2011 Florida Folklife Apprenticeship Program.; Wednesday, July 14, 2010, 10:00 a.m.; R. A. Gray Building, 4th Floor, 500 South Bronough Street, Tallahassee, Florida
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To conduct the regular business of the Agency on Bay Management.; July 8, 2010, 9:00 a.m.; 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd., Suite 100, Pinellas Park, FL 33782
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The Board will meet regarding the general business of the Association. The agenda will include but not limited to: Receiver's Report, Legal Report, Claims Report, Operation Report and Financial Report.; Tuesday, July 13, 2010, 2:00 p.m. (Eastern Time); Tallahassee, Florida
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General business and annual meeting of the Commission.; July 28-30, 2010, 8:00 a.m. – until all business is complete; Bay Point Marriott, 4200 Marriott Drive, Panama City Beach, Florida 32408
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This is a monthly meeting of the Commercial Motor Vehicle Review Board for the purpose of reviewing penalties imposed upon any vehicle or persons under the provisions of Chapter 316, Florida Statutes, relating to weights imposed on the highway by the axles and wheels of motor vehicles, to special fuel and motor fuel tax compliance, or to violations of safety regulations.; July 8, 2010, 8:30 a.m.; Embassy Suites Hotel, 1100 S. E. 17th Street, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316
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To discuss the activities and goals of the Local Emergency Planning Committee in implementing the Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act, also known as Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986.; July 8, 2010, 1:30 p.m. (EDT); East Central Florida Regional Planning Council, 309 Cranes Roost Boulevard, Suite 2000, Altamonte Springs, Florida 32701
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To discuss the activities and goals of the State Emergency Response Commission Training Task Force, and other hazardous materials training issues.; July 8, 2010, 9:30 a.m. (EDT); East Central Florida Regional Planning Council, 309 Cranes Roost Boulevard, Suite 2000, Altamonte Springs, Florida 32701
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To discuss the requirements of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act, also known as Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986.; July 9, 2010, 10:00 a.m. (EDT); East Central Florida Regional Planning Council, 309 Cranes Roost Boulevard, Suite 2000, Altamonte Springs, Florida 32701
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The Florida Oceans and Coastal Council will meet to further its duties under the Oceans and Coastal Resources Act.; Monday, July 12, 2010, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 4513843#
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General business meeting.; Tuesday, July 13, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – until conclusion; Via Teleconference, 500 S. Bronough Street, Room 307, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0250
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Review of properties for National Register nomination.; Monday, July 12, 2010, 1:00 p.m. – until conclusion; Via Teleconference, 500 S. Bronough Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0250
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Regularly scheduled meeting for all Parole, Conditional Release, Conditional Medical Release, Addiction Recovery, Control Release and all other Commission business.; Wednesday, July 14, 2010; July 21, 2010, 8:30 a.m.; Florida Parole Commission, 2601 Blair Stone Road, Bldg. C, Tallahassee, FL 32399-2450
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General Business of the Audit Committee.; Wednesday, June 30, 2010, 1:30 p.m.; The Hermitage Centre, 1801 Hermitage Blvd., Tallahassee, Florida 32308
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Regular Monthly Meetings.; Thursday, July 8, 2010, Personnel, Budget and Finance Committee, 9:00 a.m.; Planning and Growth Management Committee, 8:30 a.m.; Full Board of Directors at 10:00 a.m.; Legislative Committee immediately following the Board Meeting.; 6850 Belfort Oaks Place, Jacksonville, FL 32216
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Northeast Region, Refugee Advisory Panel.; Saturday, July 10, 2010, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; Center for Language and Culture, Duval County Public Schools, 7401 Old Kings Road South, Jacksonville, Florida 32217
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Suncoast Region, Refugee Advisory Panel.; Saturday, July 10, 2010, 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.; Pinellas Park Library, 7770 52nd Street North, Conference Room, Pinellas Park, Florida 33549
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Southeast Region, Refugee Advisory Panel.; Monday, July 12, 2010, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.; St. Thomas University HRI, 2112 South Congress Avenue, Palm Springs, Florida 33406
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Southern Region, Refugee Task Force.; Friday, July 9, 2010, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon; Miami-Dade College, 300 N. E. 2nd Avenue, Building 3, Room 3208-09, Miami, Florida 33132
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Northeast Region, Refugee Task Force.; Wednesday, July 14, 2010, 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.; Department of Children and Families, 5920 Arlington Expressway, Jacksonville, Florida 32211
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General board business.; Thursday, July 8, 2010, 3:30 p.m.; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 9849329103#, Department of Health, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C07, Tallahassee, Florida
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Ad hoc committee of the Human Trafficking Task Force on Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking.; Tuesday, June 29, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; Department of Children and Families, Southeast Regional Offices, 1400 West Commercial Boulevard, Room 203, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33039
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The Community Assistance Advisory Council will review the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) State Administrative Plan for federal fiscal year (FFY) 2011 and federal fiscal year (FFY) 2012.
To obtain input and recommendations from the public and interested parties concerning the CSBG State Administrative Plan for FFY 2009 and FFY 2010 which will be submitted to the United States Department of Health and Human Services.
; Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon
Community Assistance Advisory Council Meeting
DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Public Hearing for the CSBG State Plan for FFY 2011 and FFY 2012.
; Florida Department of Community Affairs, 2555 Shumard Oak Boulevard, Sadowski Building, Randall Kelley Training Center, Room 305, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2100, (850)488-7541
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This meeting will consist of: Review and approve drug use criteria and standards for both prospective and retrospective drug use reviews, apply these criteria and standards in the application of the DUR activities, review and report the results of drug use reviews, and recommend and evaluate educational intervention programs.; Saturday, August 7, 2010, 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.; Tampa Airport Marriott, Tampa International Airport, Tampa, Florida 33607
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**This is an amendment to the previous Technical and Operational Issues. These issues are related to Health Plans.; June 24, 2010; July 22, 2010; August 26, 2010; September 23, 2010; October 28, 2010; November 25, 2010; December 23, 2010, 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.; Agency for Health Care Administration, Building 3, Conference Room C, 2727 Mahan Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32308. Dial In Number: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 8509227332. Those not able to attend in person may call the conference phone number (listed above).
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To conduct the general business of the Board.; Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 12:00 Noon (EST); Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 2454131#
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Regular recurring meeting to review project status and act on any decisions required of the Committee.; Wednesday, July 14, 2010, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 Noon; Caldwell Building, Conference Room B49, 107 E. Madison Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399; or by Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code:7532872126#
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Enterprise Services Strategic Plan – meeting of the technical workgroup to finalize questionnaire.; Tuesday, July 6, 2010, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.; Room 225A, 4030 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0850
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Commercial Feed Regulatory Program activity update and survey of current/emerging issues relating to distribution, use, and regulation of animal feeds in the state of Florida.; July 15, 2010, 10:00 a.m.; The Longboat Key Club and Resort, 220 Sands Pointe Road, Longboat Key, Florida 34228, (941)383-8821
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This is the second meeting of the Advisory Committee on Economic Security subcommittee to strengthen the safety net for Florida citizens. The subcommittee will further discuss the direction of the subcommittee and receive information on services available through the local Workforce Boards.; Tuesday, July 13, 2010, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.; 1317 Winewood Blvd., Building 1 (Secretary George Sheldon’s Large Conference Room), Tallahassee, Florida. A Conference Call Number will be available for those unable to attend: 1(888)808-6959, Code: 4141328#
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To develop an agenda for the August 18-20, 2010 Strategic Planning, Committee and Board of Directors meetings.; July 16, 2010, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 6966852081#
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Joint Workshop of the Green Industry and Agricultural Advisory Committees: Consider proposed modifications to the SWFWMD water shortage rules.; Thursday, July 8, 2010, 1:30 p.m.; SWFWMD Tampa Service Office, 7601 US Highway 301 North, Tampa, FL 33637
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Plant City Kiwanis Club: Discussion of the January 2010 freeze event. One or more Governing Board or Basin Board members may attend.; Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 12:00 Noon; Red Rose Inn, 2011 N. Wheeler Street, Plant City FL 33563
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A Public Meeting of the Water Resources Advisory Commission (WRAC) regarding water resources protection, water supply and flood protection issues.
The public is advised that it is possible that one or more members of the Governing Board of the South Florida Water Management District may attend and participate in this meeting.
; July 8, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; SFWMD, B-1 Auditorium, 3301 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
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Workshop and regular monthly Board of Directors meeting to discuss the development of equestrian facilities on Suwannee River Water management District properties.; July 1, 2010, Workshop, 3:00 p.m.; Board of Directors, 7:00 p.m.; Suwannee River Water Management District Headquarters, Live Oak, Florida
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General board business.; July 19-20, 2010, 9:00 a.m.; Embassy Suites Hotel, 8250 Jamaican Court, Orlando, Florida 32819-9397, (407)345-8250
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Florida Transportation Commission Workshop.; July 7, 2010, 8:30 a.m. – until conclusion of business; Disney’s Contemporary Resort, 4600 North World Drive, Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830
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FTC Authorities Oversight Committee.; June 30, 2010, 2:00 p.m. until conclusion of business; Florida Transportation Commission, 605 Suwannee Street, Room 176, Tallahassee, Florida
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The 1st Review Committee meeting will be to discuss and answer any questions the Review Committee may have regarding the proposals submitted for RFQ 2010-07 for counseling services for the HFA Hardest Hit Fund Mortgage Intervention Strategy. The 2nd Review Committee meeting will be to evaluate, give scores and rank the proposals submitted in response to Florida Housing Finance Corporation’s Request for Qualifications 2010-07.; Tuesday, July 13, 2010, 4:00 p.m.; Tuesday, July 27, 2010, 1:30 p.m. (Eastern Time); Rick Seltzer Conference Room, Suite 6000, Florida Housing Finance Corporation, 227 North Bronough Street, Tallahassee, Florida
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Pasco & North Pinellas District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council business.; August 12, 2010; October 14, 2010; 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon (EST) (NOTE: The August meeting location has changed from what was originally noticed in the Vol. 36, No. 17, 4/30/10 publication of the F.A.W.); Regency Park Library, 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey, FL 34653
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To conduct the regular business of the Hamilton County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board.; July 7, 2010, 1:30 p.m.; Board of County Commissioners Meeting Room, County Courthouse, 207 Northeast 1st Street, Jasper, Florida
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To conduct a private meeting to review cases to determine probable cause and to conduct a public meeting to review cases where probable cause was previously found. Portions of the probable cause proceedings are not open to the public. All or part of this meeting may be conducted by teleconference in order to permit maximum participation of the Board members or its counsel.; Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 9:00 a.m. or soon thereafter; Division of Real Estate, Room N901, North Tower, 400 West Robinson Street, Orlando, Florida 32801
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To continue the work outlined in Executive Order 07-52 and Executive Order 09-91. To review and discuss the Governor’s Fitness Challenge and plan for the 2010-2011 school year- specific to subject matter.; Governor’s Fitness Challenge Subcommittee, July 6, 2010, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Code: 2454479#
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Docket No.: 090366-WU – Application for certificate to operate water utility in Marion County by ARMA WATER SERVICE, LLC. To discuss the application for a certificate to provide water service. The discussion will include proposed rates to be charged by ARMA. One or more of the Commissioners of the Florida Public Service Commission may attend and participate in this meeting.
For questions, contact: Commission staff, Patti Daniel at (850)413-6808.
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 the 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.
; Thursday, July 15, 2010, 6:00 p.m.; Marion Oaks Community Center, 294 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473
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Medical Examiners Commission Meeting.; Friday, August 13, 2010, 10:00 a.m.; Hyatt Regency Tampa, 211 North Tampa Street, Tampa, Florida 33602, (813)225-1234
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To consider those matters ready for decision.
LEGAL AUTHORITY AND JURISDICTION: Chapters 120, 350, 364, 366 and 367, F.S.
Persons who may be affected by Commission action on certain items on the conference agenda may be allowed to address the Commission, either informally or by oral argument, when those items are taken up for discussion at the conference, pursuant to Rules 25 22.0021 and 25 22.0022, F.A.C.
; July 13, 2010, 9:30 a.m.; Betty Easley Conference Center, Joseph P. Cresse Hearing Room 148, 4075 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee, Florida
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To discuss and make decisions on matters which affect the operation of the Commission.; July 13, 2010, Immediately following the Commission Conference which commences at 9:30 a.m. in Joseph P. Cresse Hearing Room 148
Internal Affairs Meeting; Betty Easley Conference Center, 4075 Esplanade Way, Conference Room 140, Tallahassee, Florida
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For cases previously heard by the panel.; July 13, 2010, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 2454640#
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To conduct general business of the Finance and Statistics Committee.; Friday, July 16, 2010, 12:00 Noon (EST); Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 2454131#
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Regular recurring meeting of the Early Learning Information System, Project Steering Committee to review project status and act on any decisions required of the Committee.; Tuesday, July 6, 2010, 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.; Caldwell Building, Conference Room B49, 107 E. Madison Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 9997256#
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To conduct a public meeting to reconsider disciplinary cases with prior findings of probable cause.; Friday, July 23, 2010, 2:00 p.m.; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 2454131#
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To conduct a public meeting to reconsider disciplinary cases with prior findings of probable cause.; Friday, August 27, 2010, 2:00 p.m.; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 2454131#
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To conduct a public meeting to reconsider disciplinary cases with prior findings of probable cause.; Friday, July 9, 2010, 2:00 p.m.; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 2454131#
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To conduct a public meeting to reconsider disciplinary cases with prior findings of probable cause.; Friday, August 20, 2010, 2:00 p.m.; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 2454131#
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General committee business.; July 28, 2010, 10:00 a.m. or shortly thereafter; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 5642037#
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Meeting of the Lake Belt Mitigation Committee (LBMC), created pursuant to Section 373.41492, Florida Statutes, to discuss a variety of Lake Belt issues.; July 16, 2010, 9:00 a.m.; SFWMD, B-1, 3rd Floor, 3A Bridge Conference Room, 3301 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33406. Teleconference information: Local SFWMD at (561)682-6700, Nationwide Toll Free: 1(866)433-6299, Meeting ID #: 8939
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Continued discussion of issues relating to correctional health care in the Florida Department of Corrections.; July 8, 2010, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959 (Toll Free), Conference Code: 5391969#; 4040 Esplanade Way, Building 4040, Room 301, Tallahassee, FL 32399
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The Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is holding a video workshop to gather public testimony regarding potential rule changes for permit, pompano, and African pompano. The following regulations are also being considered for permit and pompano for extension into federal waters: the combined permit and pompano recreational bag limit of six fish, including one fish over 20 inches, the pompano and permit slot limit of 11-20 inches fork length, and allowable recreational gears. There will also be a discussion of spearfishing for permit in federal waters. For commercial regulations for permit, the changes being considered are establishing a commercial trip limit of 250 fish per day and allowing Pompano Endorsement holders to use allowable gears for pompano to catch permit inside the Pompano Endorsement Zone. The potential rule changes being considered for African pompano include extending the following state regulations into federal waters: size limit, bag limit, and gear rules. There will also be a discussion of commercial harvest and spearfishing in federal waters for African pompano.; July 12, 2010, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (EDT) (5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (CDT) for the Panama City location); The public may access this workshop via voice-only line and video conference. Please RSVP to the Division of Marine Fisheries Management at (850)487-0554 to confirm a location or obtain instructions to join the meeting via the voice-only line. The public may access the video conference at the following locations:
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Berkeley Building
2590 Executive Center Circle, East
Tallahassee, FL 32301
(850)487-0554
Northwest Regional Office
3911 Hwy. 2321
Panama City, FL 32409
(850)265-3676
North Central Regional Office
3377 E. US Hwy. 90
Lake City, FL 32055
(386)758-0525
Northeast Regional Office
1239 S. W. 10th Street
Ocala, FL 34471
(352)732-1225
Southwest Regional Office
3900 Drane Field Road
Lakeland, FL 33811
(863)648-3200
South Regional Office
8535 Northlake Boulevard
West Palm Beach, FL 33412
(561)625-5122
Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
100 Eighth Avenue, S. E.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
(727)896-8626
South Florida Regional Lab
Marathon Government Center
2796 Overseas Highway
Mile Marker 48.5
Marathon, FL 33050
(305)289-2330
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Permit No. and Project Name: 20002923.011 City of North Port; 20003872.015 Thomas Ranch.; Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 9:00 a.m.; Tampa Service Office, 7601 US Highway 301 North, Tampa, Florida 33537-6749
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To review those cases on which a determination of existence of probable cause has already been made.; Thursday, July 8, 2010, 2:00 p.m. or soon thereafter; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959; Conference Code: 6321783289#
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The sole and exclusive purpose of the meeting is to conduct Attorney Client Sessions regarding pending District litigation.; Special Governing Board Meeting, July 6, 2010, 10:00 a.m.
PLACE: SFWMD Headquarters, B-1 Building, 3301 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, Florida 33406
Special Governing Board Meeting
DATE AND TIME: July 7, 2010, 10:00 a.m.
; SFWMD Headquarters, B-1 Building, 3301 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, Florida 33406 (All or part of these meetings may be conducted as a teleconference in order to permit maximum participation by Governing Board members. The Governing Board may take official action at the meeting on any item appearing on the agenda and on any item that is added to the agenda as a result of a change to the agenda approved by the presiding officer of the meeting pursuant to Section 120.525, Florida Statutes)
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1. Consider financing and acknowledgement resolutions for various multifamily developments, under any multifamily program, including the ranking of developments.
2. Consider appointment of professionals including but not limited to trustee and/or originator/servicer for upcoming and/or past multifamily programs and single-family programs.
3. Consider approval of all bond documents for and terms of all upcoming single-family and multifamily bond sales, including those secured by third-party guarantors, letters-of-credit, insurance or other mechanisms.
4. Consider adopting resolutions authorizing negotiated or competitive sale of bonds on various single-family and multifamily issues.
5. Consider directing Staff to submit summaries of various TEFRA/Public Hearings to the Governor.
6. Consideration of policy issues concerning ongoing and upcoming single-family bond issues including initiation of request for proposals on an emergency basis, and structuring new issues.
7. Consideration of all necessary actions with regard to the Multifamily Bond Program.
8. Consideration of approval of underwriters for inclusion on approved master list and teams.
9. Consideration of all necessary actions with regard to the HOME Rental Program.
10. Consideration of all necessary actions with regard to the HC (Housing Credits) Program.
11. Consideration of all necessary actions with regard to the SAIL (State Apartment Incentive Loan) Program.
12. Consideration of all necessary actions with regard to the SHIP (State Housing Initiatives Partnership) Program.
13. Consideration of all necessary actions with regard to the PLP (Predevelopment Loan) Program.
14. Consideration of all necessary actions with regard to the Homeownership Programs.
15. Consideration of all necessary actions for initiating new rules or rule amendments on an emergency or non-emergency basis.
16. Consideration of Appeals from Universal Cycle ranking and grading with entry of final orders.
17. Consideration of workouts or modifications for existing projects funded by the Corporation.
18. Consideration of matters relating to the stated purpose of the Corporation to provide safe and sanitary housing that is affordable for the residents of Florida.
19. Consideration of funding additional reserves for the Guarantee Fund.
20. Consideration of audit issues.
21. Evaluation of professional and consultant performance.
22. Such other matters as may be included on the Agenda for the July 2, 2010, telephone.
; July 2, 2010, 10:00 a.m. – until adjourned; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 4884197#
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Presentation and discussion of the proposed management plan for Silver River State Park.; Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 7:00 p.m. (EDT); Silver River State Park, Silver River Museum-Library, 1445 N. E. 58th Avenue, Ocala, Florida 34470
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Committee meetings as follows:
9:00 a.m. Volunteer Service
10:00 a.m. Legislative
11:00 a.m. Communications
1:00 p.m. Grants/AmeriCorps
2:00 p.m. Finance & Audit
3:00 p.m. Disability Outreach and Nominating Committee
4:00 p.m. Emergency Management
5:00 p.m. Executive
; Friday, July 9, 2010, 8:00 a.m. – until all Committee business is complete; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Passcode: 1918015#
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Presentation and discussion of the proposed management plan for Silver River State Park with the Advisory Group.; Thursday, July 8, 2010, 9:00 a.m. (EDT); Silver River State Park, Silver River Museum-Library, 1445 N. E. 58th Avenue, Ocala, Florida 34470
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Committee meetings as follows:
9:00 a.m. Volunteer Service
10:00 a.m. Legislative
11:00 a.m. Communications
1:00 p.m. Grants/AmeriCorps
2:00 p.m. Finance & Audit
3:00 p.m. Disability Outreach and Nominating Committee
4:00 p.m. Emergency Management
5:00 p.m. Executive
; Thursday, July 8, 2010, 8:00 a.m. – until all committee business is complete; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Passcode: 1918015#
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To receive public comments on draft total maximum daily loads (TMDLs) for the impaired waters in the Choctawhatchee River basin, to be adopted in Rule 62-304.325, F.A.C. The TMDLs to be presented at the public workshop are dissolved oxygen TMDLs for Minnow Creek (WBID 130) and Sikes Creek (WBID 142). The draft TMDL documents for these impaired waters will be placed on the Department’s TMDL website (http://www.dep.state.fl.us/water/tmdl/) by June 30, 2010 and will be provided upon request to interested parties by mail or via e-mail distribution. The Department will accept written comments on the draft TMDLs through July 30, 2010. Written comments should be directed to: Jan Mandrup-Poulsen, Environmental Administrator, Watershed Evaluation and TMDL Section, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Mail Station 3555, 2600 Blair Stone Road, Tallahassee, FL 32399-2400, email: jan.mandrup-poulsen@dep.state.fl.us. This rule development has been given OGC case number 10-1869.; Friday, July 9, 2010, 9:00 a.m. (CDT); Florida Department of Transportation, District Three Design Conference Room, 1074 Highway 90 East, Chipley, FL 32438
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For cases previously heard by the panel.; July 15, 2010, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.; Conference Call: 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code: 2458182#
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Board meeting to consider District business and conduct public hearings on regulatory and land acquisition matters. A workshop will follow the Board meeting.; July 13, 2010, 9:00 a.m.; District Headquarters, 9225 County Road 49, Live Oak, Florida 32060
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This Public Hearing is being conducted to give interested persons an opportunity to express their views concerning the location, conceptual design, and social, economic, and environmental effects of the proposed improvements to Front Beach Road (SR 30/US 98A) in Bay County, Florida from SR 79 to its intersection with Hutchison Boulevard and North Thomas Drive. The proposed action involves reconstructing the roadway to provide access management measures, pedestrian and bicycle facilities, transit lanes with transit pullouts, turn lanes at major intersections, stormwater collection and retention, and aesthetic improvements such as landscaping, street lighting, and the relocation of utilities underground. This Public Hearing is being held as part of the Project Development and Environment Study conducted for this project, FIN # 426391-1-28-01.
Anyone needing project or public hearing information or special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 should write to Mr. Greg Vaughn at the address or e-mail given below or call toll-free 1(866)940-7275. Special accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act should be made at least seven days prior to the Public Hearing.
; July 20, 2010, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. (CT); Panama City Beach Senior Center, 423 Lyndell Lane, Panama City Beach, FL
- Notices of Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Declaratory Stat (8)
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Jacqueline Brown, In Re: Les Chateaux Des Rios, Inc., No.: 1,; The division declined to issue a declaratory statement because it cannot issue a statement concerning events that have already taken place; or where the petitioner has not provided a full and current set of governing documents.
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Gerald Luongo, Unit Owner, In Re: Silver Thatch Atlantic Condominium Association, Inc.; The division declined to issue a declaratory statement because it cannot issue a declaratory statement concerning events that have already taken place; or where there is a conflict in laws; or where the interpretation of a constitutional provision, as applied to the facts of this case, is required.
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Safety-Net Hospital Alternative Risk Pool, LLC; Safety-Net’s Amended Petition for Declaratory Statement is Denied. Safety-Net’s request that the Office issue a declaratory statement as to the applicability of Section 395.106, Florida Statutes, to the requirements of Sections 626.932 and 626.9325, Florida Statutes, is misdirected. The Office does not have authority over Section 395.106(3), Florida Statutes.
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Legacy Dunes Condominium Association, Inc., Docket No.: 2010027999 on June 1, 2010.; Whether unopened ballots received by Legacy Dunes Condominium Association, Inc. for an election that was cancelled and rescheduled are official records open to unit owner inspection under Section 718.111(12)(c), Florida Statutes.
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Jane Somers, Gordon Gould and Richard Page, Petitioners/Unit Owners, In Re: Eastwood Shores Condominium No.: 4 Association, Inc., Docket No.: 2010027971 on May 24, 2010.; Whether Eastwood Shores Condominium No. 4 Association, Inc. may install speed bumps without a vote of the unit owners under Section 718.113(2)(c), Florida Statutes.
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Peter Klein, Petitioner/Unit Owner, In Re: Hamptons West Master Association, Inc., Docket No.: 2010027961.; Whether Hamptons West Master Association, Inc.’s rules limiting unit owner access to records are reasonable under Section 718.111(12)(c), Florida Statutes, and whether the rules limiting unit owner inquiries are reasonable under Section 718.112(2)(a)2., Florida Statutes.
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Louis Rossman, Unit Owner, In Re: Boca View Condominium Association, Inc.; The Division declined to issue a Declaratory Statement as Petitioner withdrew the Petition for Declaratory Statement, therefore the Division closed its file.
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Valerie Purpura, Unit Owner, In Re: Camden C Condominium Association, Inc.; The Division issued a Declaratory Statement and Ordered that Section 718.110(13), Florida Statutes, does not apply to unit owners in Camden C Condominium who did not consent to a 2004 amendment to article XI of the declaration restricting rental of units because the leasing restriction was adopted by a majority of owners before the statute’s effective date.
- Miscellaneous (11)
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Department of Environmental Protection, Office of the Secretary
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Department of Financial Services, Division of Rehabilitation and Liquidation
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Department of Health, Board of Nursing
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Department of Health, Board of Nursing
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Agency for Health Care Administration, Certificate of Need
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Department of Health, Board of Medicine
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Department of Health, Board of Medicine
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Department of Health, Board of Nursing
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Department of Education, University of Florida
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Department of Health, Board of Nursing
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Department of Health, Board of Nursing