• Notices of Development of Proposed Rules and Negotiated Rulemaking (3)
  • To adopt the revised Investment Policy Statement approved by the Trustees effective February 6, 2014 for the Florida Retirement System Investment Plan.
  • To amend Rule 19-11.001 to clarify some definitions. To amend Rule 19-11.002 to incorporate the latest version of the beneficiary designation form and to reference the latest versions of the enrollment forms; to indicate what documents must be supplied by a beneficiary who receives account proceeds per Florida law; and to indicate the name of the fund to which account proceeds are held until a beneficiary can be located. To amend Rule 19-11.003 to indicate that monies from a DROP rollover are available fro immediate distribution; to adopt the latest version of the Employment Termination Form; and to indicate that if a member or beneficiary requests documentation of a distribution made prior to January 1, 2010, there will be a special service charge imposed due the extensive resources required. To amend Rule 19-11.004 to indicate what constitutes an incomplete transfer request form. To amend Rule 19-11.005to adopt the latest version of the FRS Investment Plan Complaint Procedures package. To amend Rule 19-11.006 to adopt the latest versions of the applicable enrollment forms; to indicate that a member has the responsibility for ensuring the enrollment form is timely received; and to indicate that if a member terminates before making a plan choice, the member will have another opportunity to make a plan choice if rehired by an FRS-participating employer. To amend Rule 19-11.007 to adopt the latest versions of the Second Election enrollment forms; to indicate that a member has the responsibility for ensuring the Second Election enrollment form is timely received; and to indicate the default fund if the member fails to make an investment selection. To amend Rule 19-11.008 to state that if a member terminates employment before vesting, the member will be entitled only to a return of the member's own required contributions. To amend Rule 19-11.011 to state that market loss calculations will be applied to benefit transfers that re late due to employer errors or corrections; and to indicate that an age-appropriate retirement date fund will be the default fund if a member fails to select an investment option when the member's ABO or present value of the member's FRS Pension Plan benefits are transferred to the member's FRS Investment Plan account. Rule 19-11.012 is amended to adopt the latest version of the rollover forms. Rule 19-11.013 is amended to set forth how the Self-Directed Brokerage Account enrollment form can be accessed on line.
  • To update certain information regarding the duties and responsibilities of the State Board of Administration and its third party vendors concerning the FRS Investment Plan.

• Proposed Rules (6)
  • Chapter 2013-178, Laws of Florida, substantially changed the Road to Independence Program, which provides services and supports to youth formerly in the custody of the Department. In addition, Aftercare Support Services and Transitional Support Services were repealed. The Department intends to repeal all references to services which are no longer available and/or being utilized. Substantial changes to Section 409.1451, Florida Statutes necessitate amendments to Chapter 65C-31, F.A.C. In addition, the Department is correcting language that is double underlined and typed in the incorrect font in the existing rule.
  • The proposed amendments will update the rules to include the most recently adopted NFPA standards.
  • The State Fire Marshal’s office is updating all references to incorporated documents in Rule 69A-50.015, F.A.C., to reflect the most recent versions. Further, the rule is being amended to make editorial changes and provide an internet address for the adopted federal regulation.
  • The State Fire Marshal’s office is updating Rule 69A-54.006, F.A.C., to refer to the most recent editions of the NFPA Standard. Further, the proposed amendments delete outdated standards and regulations.
  • The State Fire Marshal’s office is amending Rule 69A-61.001, F.A.C., to clarify the purpose statement, amend the definitions to more closely track the implementing statute, and articulate that investigations will include explosions in addition to fires.
  • The proposed amendment is to change the procedures for approval of attendance at continuing education courses.

• Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver (4)
  • temporary waiver of Rule 11B-27.002(4)(a), F.A.C. from petitioner Phu Dac Nguyen. Petitioner wishes to temporarily waive for 180 days that portion of the rule that states: Within four years of the beginning date of a Commission-approved Basic Recruit Training Program, an individual shall successfully complete the program, achieve a passing score on the applicable State Officer Certification Examination, and gain employment, and certification as an officer. Petitioner states that he began basic recruit training on June 1, 2011 completing such on November 31, 2011 and passed the State Officer Certification Exam on December 16, 2011. Petitioner states that since passing the SOCE he has diligently and persistently attempted to gain employment as a law enforcement officer, applying to 13 different agencies. Petitioner states that due to the economic downturn and other factors he has yet to gain employment as an officer. Petitioner states that he is currently in the hiring process with the City of Homestead and Miami-Dade County police departments. Petitioner states that he a full time employee as a Custom Protection Officer with G4S security clearance. Petitioner states that strict application of the rule forcing him to re-take basic recruit training would create a substantial economic hardship on him and his family and would be unfair and unreasonable in this instance. Petitioner states that the purpose of the underlying statute would be satisfied if the waiver were granted.
  • Linda S. Fontenot, seeking a variance or waiver of Rule 64B7-29, F.A.C. regarding a waiver of the theory portion of the Massage Therapy Apprenticeship Program. Comments on this petition should be filed with the Board of Massage Therapy, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C06, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3258, within 14 days of publication of this notice.
  • Skye Lin Walker seeking a variance or waiver of Rule 64B7-32.002, F.A.C. regarding the requirement of providing an official transcript. Comments on this petition should be filed with the Board of Massage Therapy, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C06, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3258, within 14 days of publication of this notice.
  • Barbara Stratton, seeking a variance or waiver of 120.542, Florida Statutes. The Petitioner seeks a waiver from the Board regarding the requirement of twelve C.E.U.s in person. Comments on this petition should be filed with the Board of Massage Therapy, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C06, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3258, within 14 days of publication of this notice.

• Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings (9)
  • The CBRAC will consider action on contracts, leases, agreements and other business relative to real property and facility management issues under its control.; Wednesday, August 12, 2015, 9:00 a.m.; Moody Hall Conference Center Camp Blanding Joint Training Center Starke, Florida
  • General business of the West Florida Regional Planning Council.; Monday, August 17, 2015, Executive Committee Meeting, 2:30 p.m., Regular Business Meeting, 3:30 p.m.; Crestview City Hall, 198 N Wilson Street, Crestview, Fl 32536
  • Regular Board Meeting; Monday, August 17, 2015, 9:30 a.m.; Tampa Bay Water Administrative Offices, 2575 Enterprise Road, Clearwater, FL 33763
  • General Board Meeting; October 22, 2015 at 8:30 am; Safety Harbor Resort & Spa, 105 North Bayshore Drive Safety Harbor, FL 34695 (727) 726-1161
  • Deliberation for cases pending before the Reemployment Assistance Appeals Commission that are ready for final review and the Chairman's report. No public testimony will be taken.; August 12, 2015, 9:00 a.m. ; Reemployment Assistance Appeals Commission, 101 Rhyne Building, 2740 Centerview Drive, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-4151.
  • The Technical Review and Advisory Panel will discuss a proposal to repeal Rule 64E-6.016, Florida Administrative Code.; August 20, 2015, 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time; Conference call meeting Teleconference Phone Number: 888-670-3525 At the prompt, enter the Participant Code: 2980 214 500 For those who wish to attend the meeting in person, the conference call will originate from: Capital Circle Office Complex Conference Room 130 L 4025 Bald Cypress Way, Tallahassee, Florida 32399
  • To review and discuss substantive and procedural issues associated with the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and to take action on proposed rules and policy issues. The meeting may include fact finding field trips to Commission managed areas or facilities and to other areas to learn about management, and enforcement activities.; September 2nd and 3rd , 2015 8:30 a.m. each day. ; Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina - 1881 SE 17th Street, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316
  • Regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Directors of the Center for Independent Living of South Florida, Inc. If alternative format or ASL interpreter or other accommodation is required, please request at least 7 days in advance of the meeting date. RSVP to Email: Mary@soflacil.org or call (305) 751-8025.; August 22, 2015, 12:00 Noon -- 2:00 p.m.; 6660 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33138
  • This is a meeting of the Commission on Healthcare and Hospital Funding. The Commission was created by the Governor’s Executive Order Number 15-99, to investigate and advise on the role of taxpayer funding for hospitals, insurers, and health care providers, and the affordability, access, and quality of healthcare services they provide to Florida families as a return on taxpayer investment. **Please note that this meeting will be recorded** ; Wednesday, August 12, 2015, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.; Florida State Capitol, Cabinet Meeting Room – Lower Level. 400 South Monroe Street, Tallahassee, FL 32399. Any person interested in watching the live stream of the meeting, please go to the Florida Channel’s website at http://thefloridachannel.org/. If you have any difficulty accessing the live stream, please call the Florida Center’s main number at (850) 412-3730.

• Notices Regarding Bids, Proposals and Purchasing (4)
  • Other Agencies and Organizations, Daytona State College
  • Department of Environmental Protection, Departmental
  • Department of Financial Services, Division of State Fire Marshal
  • Water Management Districts, Suwannee River Water Management District

• Miscellaneous (5)
  • Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco
  • Agency for Health Care Administration, Certificate of Need
  • Department of Health, Board of Nursing
  • Department of Health, Board of Nursing
  • Department of Health, Board of Medicine