- Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver (8)
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that on June 29, 2020, an Order was filed on the Petition for Variance or Waiver. The Petition was filed by Donald L. Stone. Petitioner did not identify a rule, however, Petitioner requested that the Board waive his expired test results and accept his exam score from December 31, 2015. The Notice of Petition for Variance or Waiver was published in Vol. 46, No. 95, on May 14, 2020, in the Florida Administrative Register. The Board, at its meeting held on May 15, 2020, denied the Petition for Variance or Waiver, finding that Petitioner failed to demonstrate a substantial hardship; failed to demonstrate that application of the rule would violate the principles of fairness; and failed to demonstrate that the purpose of the underlying statute had been met.
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On June 24, 2020 the Division of Hotels and Restaurants received a Petition for an Emergency Variance for Subparagraph 3-305.11(A)(2), 2017 FDA Food Code, Section 3-305.14, 2017 FDA Food Code, Section 6-202.15, 2017 FDA Food Code, Section 6-202.16, 2017 FDA Food Code, Paragraph 61C-4.010(1), Florida Administrative Code, and Paragraph 61C-4.010(6), Florida Administrative Code from S & T Catering located in Orlando. The above referenced F.A.C. addresses the requirement for proper handling and dispensing of food. They are requesting to dispense bulk time/temperature control for safety foods from an open air mobile food dispensing vehicle.
The Petition for this variance was published in Vol 46/124. The Order for this Petition was signed and approved on July 7, 2020. After a complete review of the variance request, the Division finds that the application of this Rule will create a financial hardship to the food service establishment. Furthermore, the Division finds that the Petitioner meets the burden of demonstrating that the underlying statute has been achieved by the Petitioner ensuring that each pan within the steam table is properly covered with an individual lid; the steam table is enclosed within a cabinet with tight-fitting doors, and is protected by an air curtain installed and operated according to the manufacturer’s specifications that protects against flying vermin or other environmental contaminants; all steam table foods must be properly reheated for hot holding at approved commissaries and held hot at the proper minimum temperature per the parameters of the currently adopted FDA Food Code; and steam table food is to be dispensed by the operator with no customer self-service. The Petitioner shall also strictly adhere to the operating procedures and copies of the variance and operating procedures are to be present on the MFDV during all periods of operation.
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On June 24, 2020 the Division of Hotels and Restaurants received a Petition for an Emergency Variance for Subparagraph 61C-1.004(2)(a), Florida Administrative Code, Paragraph 61C-4.010(7) Florida Administrative Code and Paragraph 61C-4.010(6), Florida Administrative Code, and Section 6-40.11. 2017 FDA Food Code from BRICKELL ARCH CAFÉ LLC located in Miami. The above referenced F.A.C. addresses the requirement that at least one accessible bathroom be provided for use by customers and employees. They are requesting to utilize bathrooms located on a different level.
The Petition for this variance was published in Vol. 46/124 on June 25, 2020. The Order for this Petition was signed and approved on July 7, 2020. After a complete review of the variance request, the Division finds that the application of this Rule will create a financial hardship to the food service establishment. Furthermore, the Division finds that the Petitioner meets the burden of demonstrating that the underlying statute has been achieved by the Petitioner ensuring the public bathrooms located on the second floor are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner and are provided with hot and cold running water under pressure, soap, approved hand drying devices, handwash sign and are available during all hours of operation. The Petitioner shall also ensure that directional signage is installed in the main restaurant area clearly stating the location of the bathrooms.
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variance from Rule 60CC-4.002, F.A.C., from Scott Hoffman and the Florida Police Benevolent Association, Inc. to allow the Florida Police Benevolent Association, Inc. to conduct all aspects of a ratification election electronically. The petition was assigned Case No. MS-2020-023. Any interested person may submit written comments on this petition within 5 days of publication of this notice by mail to Commission Clerk, Public Employees Relations Commission, 4708 Capital Circle Northwest, Suite 300, Tallahassee, Florida 32303-7256 or by facsimile to (850) 488-9704.
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variance from Rule 60CC-4.002, F.A.C., from Steven Slade and the Florida Police Benevolent Association, Inc. to allow the Florida Police Benevolent Association, Inc. to conduct all aspects of a ratification election electronically. The petition was assigned Case No. MS-2020-024. Any interested person may submit written comments on this petition within 5 days of publication of this notice by mail to Commission Clerk, Public Employees Relations Commission, 4708 Capital Circle Northwest, Suite 300, Tallahassee, Florida 32303-7256 or by facsimile to (850) 488-9704.
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that the request for waiver, by Albert McWhite, that another internship be granted. was denied at the June 18, 2020, Board Meeting.
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variance from Rule 60CC-4.002, F.A.C., from William Smith, Jr. and the Florida Police Benevolent Association, Inc. to allow the Florida Police Benevolent Association, Inc. to conduct all aspects of a ratification election electronically. The petition was assigned Case No. MS-2020-025. Any interested person may submit written comments on this petition within 5 days of publication of this notice by mail to Commission Clerk, Public Employees Relations Commission, 4708 Capital Circle Northwest, Suite 300, Tallahassee, Florida 32303-7256 or by facsimile to (850) 488-9704.
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variance from Rule 60CC-4.002, F.A.C., from James Baiardi, Tammy Marcus and the Florida Police Benevolent Association, Inc. to allow the Florida Police Benevolent Association, Inc. to conduct all aspects of a ratification election electronically. The petition was assigned Case No. MS-2020-026. Any interested person may submit written comments on this petition within 5 days of publication of this notice by mail to Commission Clerk, Public Employees Relations Commission, 4708 Capital Circle Northwest, Suite 300, Tallahassee, Florida 32303-7256 or by facsimile to (850) 488-9704.
- Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings (9)
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This public meeting for the Region XI Council will provide updates on training classes and any other issues involving the Region.; Wednesday, August 5th, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.; Treasure Coast Public Safety Training Complex
4600 Kirby Loop Road, Fort Pierce, FL 34981
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Workshop; July 22, 2020, from 9:00 a.m. to approximately 1:00 p.m.; Following the direction of Governor DeSantis to avoid large in-person gatherings and to promote social distancing, this meeting will be conducted via Zoom, a media technology free for the public to use, and one or more board members may participate in person at Hilton St. Petersburg Carillon Park, 950 Lake Carillon Drive, St. Petersburg, FL 33716. Interested parties may attend the meeting via the following link: www.tampabaywater.org/livemeeting; or by teleconference after contacting Krista Simon at (727)791-2347 or ksimon@tampabaywater.org to obtain the teleconference dialing instructions. Interested parties may provide public comment by submitting written comments to ksimon@tampabaywater.org by 5:00 p.m. on July 20, 2020, to be read into the meeting record by the Agency clerk, or via teleconference during the public comment portion of the meeting, after contacting Krista Simon by the one of the methods identified above to obtain the teleconference dialing instructions.
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This notice will replace notice # 21712206. General
board business; August 21, 2020, 8:00 am ET; Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
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The Florida Government Efficiency Task Force, established pursuant to Article III, Section 19(4)(I), Constitution of the State of Florida, announces its agenda to include: discussions on draft recommendations. Participants may participate by phone by dialing: United States (toll free) 1(888) 585-9008; Access Code 261-924-180.; Tuesday, July 21, 2020, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. ET; Teleconference: 1 (888) 585-9008; Conference Room #: 261-924-180
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The meeting of the Members to discuss general matters has changed from an in-person meeting to a video conference meeting. The public may attend the meeting by using the link provided below:
https://ccpcares.webex.com/ccpcares/j.php?MTID=m0b57343fc7c4409072139d54d828a54a; Meeting Number: 160 773 7403. To attend the meeting by phone, call 1-415-655-0003, Meeting number (access code): 160 773 7403.; July 23, 2020, 3:30 p.m.; Change in Location (See below).
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Board meeting to discuss and vote on the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) ballot related to officer elections, NCEES budget and proposed Bylaw changes.; Monday, July 20, 2020, 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (ET); Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
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This is a public workshop to engage the public and stakeholders for input on identifying projects, activities, and programs to improve the quality, quantity, timing, and distribution of water in the Northern Everglades to support Basin Management Action Plans (BMAPs) adopted by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to achieve Total Maximum Daily Loads for the Lake Okeechobee watershed. The goal is to consider local and regional expertise in tailoring actions for the most effective holistic approach, both near- and long-term, as the District develops the latest Watershed Protection Plans.
The public and stakeholders will have an opportunity to view and comment during the Workshop by utilizing the following link: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sM7XngljQF6sp-lTeuC6_Q
This link can also be found on the District’s website at www.SFWMD.gov/meetings, and will go live at approximately 9:00 AM on July 21, 2020.
All of this meeting will be conducted via media technology.
Members of the public and stakeholders are invited to participate and provide public comment. 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 these meetings. No Governing Board action will be taken.; Tuesday, July 21, 2020, 9:00 AM
Lake Okeechobee Watershed Protection Plan Workshop
; This meeting will be conducted via Zoom, a media technology free for the public to use. A link will be provided on the District’s website at www.SFWMD.gov/meetings.
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2021 Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Federal Highway and Transit explanation of goals and methodology. Additional information and process for comments and questions available at www.fdot.gov/equalopportunity .; 3 separate virtual meetings - July 20, 2020, 6:00 pm, July 21, 2020, 6:00 pm and July 22, 2020, 6:00 pm; webinar link available at www.fdot.gov/equalopportunity
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This meeting will be held to discuss the daily functions and activities of the Commission.; Monday, July 20, 2020 at 10:00 am est.; Call 888-585-9008, and when prompted enter conference room number 413-187-475, followed by the # key.
- Notices of Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Declaratory Stat (3)
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Stephen C. Hesson, Assistant Fire Chief, Fire Marshal, City of Gainesville; Whether Technoport entry/exit security access turnstile devices can be installed as described in Section A.7.2.1.11.1.3 (attached) of the 2015 edition of NFPA 101, yet not allowed under section 7.2.1.11.1.3 (attached) because the allowance for security access turnstiles is not specifically mentioned in Chapter 36 or Chapter 37 of NFPA 101
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Luis E. Orta, Ph.D., filed on June 29, 2020.; Petitioner seeks a determination from the Board as to the requirement regarding the psychologist’s obligation to meet with the test subject face-to-face in a clinical setting during the use of test instruments as it pertains to the rule. Except for good cause shown, motions for leave to intervene must be filed within 21 days after publication of this notice.
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Town of Cutler Bay, Florida.; The Petition was filed June 30, 2020, seeking a declaratory statement be issued regarding the application of Section 163.31801, Florida Statutes (2019) and the Florida Impact Fee Act concerning the “affidavit” of the “Chief Financial Officer” of local government.