1. Notices of Development of Proposed Rules and Negotiated Rulemaking
- Department of Health
- Board of Massage Therapy
- Division of Children's Medical Services
2. Proposed Rules
- Department of Economic Opportunity
- Division of Strategic Business Development
3. Notices of Changes, Corrections and Withdrawals
- Water Management Districts
- South Florida Water Management District
4. Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver
- Water Management Districts
- South Florida Water Management District
- Department of Business and Professional Regulation
- Division of Hotels and Restaurants
- On February 04, 2014 the Division of Hotels and Restaurants received a Petition for an Emergency Variance for Subparagraph 3-305.11(A)(2), 2009 FDA Food Code, Section 3-305.14, 2009 FDA Food Code, Section 6-202.15, 2009 FDA Food Code, Section 6-202.16, 2009 FDA Food Code, Paragraph 61C-4.010(1), Florida Administrative Code, and Paragraph 61C-4.010(6), Florida Administrative Code from Gloria Ortiz 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 other than frankfurters from an open air mobile food dispensing vehicle.
The Petition for this variance was published in Vol. 40/28 on February 11, 2014. The Order for this Petition was signed and approved on February 19, 2014. 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.
- On February 06, 2014 the Division of Hotels and Restaurants received a Petition for an Emergency Variance for Paragraph 61C-4.010(7) Florida Administrative Code and Paragraph 61C-4.010(6), Florida Administrative Code from Bollywood Masala located in South Miami. The above referenced F.A.C. addresses the requirement that at least one accessible bathroom be provided for use by customers. They are requesting to share the bathrooms located within an adjacent establishment under different ownership for use by customers only.
The Petition for this variance was published in Vol. 40/28 on February 11, 2014. The Order for this Petition was signed and approved on February 19, 2014. 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 bathrooms located within Food Spot (Awad & Iba LLC; Shakil Baig) are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner and are provided with cold running water under pressure, soap, approved hand drying devices, and are available during all hours of operation. The Petitioner shall also ensure directional signage is installed within or outside the establishment clearly stating the location of the bathrooms. If the ownership of Food Spot (Awad & Iba LLC; Shakil Baig) changes, an updated signed agreement for use of the bathroom facilities is required immediately.
- On February 11, 2014 the Division of Hotels and Restaurants received a Petition for an Emergency Variance for Subparagraph 3-305.11(A)(2), 2009 FDA Food Code, Section 3-305.14, 2009 FDA Food Code, Section 6-202.15, 2009 FDA Food Code, Section 6-202.16, 2009 FDA Food Code, Paragraph 61C-4.010(1), Florida Administrative Code, and Paragraph 61C-4.010(6), Florida Administrative Code from Angela Food located in Groveland. 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 other than frankfurters from an open air mobile food dispensing vehicle.
The Petition for this variance was published in Vol. 40/30 on February 13, 2014. The Order for this Petition was signed and approved on February 19, 2014. 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.
5. Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings
- Department of Children and Families
- Refugee Services
- The purpose of the Tallahassee Area Refugee Task Force meeting is to increase awareness of the refugee populations, share best practices, spot trends in refugee populations, build collaborations between agencies, help create good communication among service providers, get informed about upcoming community events, and discuss refugee program service needs and possible solutions to meeting those needs.; Tuesday, May 9, 2014; 10:30 AM-12:30 PM; The Early Learning Coalition of the Big Bend Region
1940 North Monroe Street, Suite 70
Tallahassee, Florida 32303
- The Early Learning Coalition of the Big Bend Region
1940 North Monroe Street, Suite 70
Tallahassee, Florida 32303
- Mental Health Program
- Florida Housing Finance Corporation
- Departmental
- The Review Committee Meeting will be to give the scores for the Applications submitted in response to Florida Housing Finance Corporation’s Request for Applications No. 2014-104 for the Preservation of Existing Affordable Housing Developments and to submit a recommendation to Florida Housing’s Board of Directors.; April 23, 2014, 1:00 p.m. (Eastern); Rick Seltzer Conference Room, Suite 6000, Florida Housing Finance Corporation, 227 North Bronough Street, Tallahassee, Florida.
- Rick Seltzer Conference Room, Suite 6000, Florida Housing Finance Corporation, 227 North Bronough Street, Tallahassee, Florida.
- Other Agencies and Organizations
- Ghyabi & Associates
- Financial Project ID: 242172-1-58-01. County Project Number: P-5351-1. Project Description: Volusia County is holding a public information meeting regarding the bridge replacement of the Tom Staed Veterans Memorial Bridge along E. Orange Ave/Silver Beach Ave from west of City Island Parkway to S. Peninsula Drive. In addition to a high-rise bridge, the project includes bicycle and pedestrian accommodations, fishing piers, veteran memorials, a riverside memorial area, lighting and landscaping. Federal funding has been secured for construction of this project, which is expected to begin in early 2015. The meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. with an informal open house. A brief presentation is at 5:45 p.m. The meeting adjourns at 7:00 p.m. The project is currently in the design phase. Design is scheduled for completion in late 2014. For more information on the project, please visit www.veteransmemorialbridge.com.
; Tuesday, March 11th, 2014 from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM, with a presentation at 5:45 PM; City Island Recreation Hall, 108 E. Orange Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
- City Island Recreation Hall, 108 E. Orange Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
- Florida Housing Finance Corporation
- Departmental
- 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 March 14, 2014, Board Meeting.
; March 14, 2014 – 8:30 a.m. until adjourned; Tallahassee City Hall Commission Chambers
300 Adams Street
Tallahassee, FL 32301
- Tallahassee City Hall Commission Chambers
300 Adams Street
Tallahassee, FL 32301
- 1. Conduct business necessary for the organization of FHFC II, INC.
2. Consider adopting resolutions delegating operational authority to the Executive Director.
3. Consideration of all necessary actions with regard to any property owned or held by FHFC II, Inc.
4. Consideration of approval of underwriters for inclusion on approved master list and teams.
5. Consideration of all necessary actions for initiating new rules or rule amendments on an emergency or non-emergency basis.
6. Consideration of status, workouts, or modifications for existing projects.
7. Consideration of matters relating to the statutory purpose of FHFC II, Inc., to provide safe and sanitary housing that is affordable for the residents of Florida.
8. Such other matters as may be included on the Agenda for the March 14, 2014, Board Meeting.
; March 14, 2014 – 11:00 a.m., or upon adjournment of the Florida Housing Finance Corporation Board of Directors meeting, until adjourned.; Tallahassee City Hall Commission Chambers
300 Adams Street
Tallahassee, FL 32301
- Tallahassee City Hall Commission Chambers
300 Adams Street
Tallahassee, FL 32301
- 1. Conduct business necessary for the organization of FHFC III, INC.
2. Consider adopting resolutions delegating operational authority to the Executive Director.
3. Consideration of all necessary actions with regard to any property owned or held by FHFC III, Inc.
4. Consideration of approval of underwriters for inclusion on approved master list and teams.
5. Consideration of all necessary actions for initiating new rules or rule amendments on an emergency or non-emergency basis.
6. Consideration of status, workouts, or modifications for existing projects.
7. Consideration of matters relating to the statutory purpose of FHFC III, Inc., to provide safe and sanitary housing that is affordable for the residents of Florida.
8. Such other matters as may be included on the Agenda for the March 14, 2014, Board Meeting.
; March 14, 2014 – 11:00 a.m., or upon adjournment of the Florida Housing Finance Corporation Board of Directors meeting, until adjourned.; Tallahassee City Hall Commission Chambers
300 Adams Street
Tallahassee, FL 32301
- Tallahassee City Hall Commission Chambers
300 Adams Street
Tallahassee, FL 32301
- Water Management Districts
- South Florida Water Management District
- Department of Health
- Division of Health Access and Tobacco
- Department of Environmental Protection
- Departmental
- A meeting of the Orange Creek Basin Working Group will be held on March 4 in Gainesville at the Gainesville Regional Utilities Administration Office. This meeting is open to the public. A draft of the updated Orange Creek Basin Management Action Plan will be presented at this meeting. The Plan was first adopted in 2008 to address bacterial problems in streams and nutrient water quality problems in lakes in the Orange Creek Basin. It is undergoing revision and will be proposed for readoption in 2014.; March 4, 2014, 10:00 a.m.; Gainesville Regional Utilities, Multi-purpose Room, 301 SE 4th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Gainesville Regional Utilities, Multi-purpose Room, 301 SE 4th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Other Agencies and Organizations
- Northwood Shared Resource Center
- Approval of minutes, Election of Temporary Operational Committee Chair, Changes to Bylaws regarding NSRC Committees, Items requiring Committee action, Exceptions to Standard Server Naming Convention, Storage Capacity, NSRC Updates/Informational Items, Project Status Report, Outage Report, Workload Indicator Report, Old Business, New Business, DR Study, Cloud Storage discussion and Open Discussion.; March 6, 2014, 1:30 p.m.; NSRC, 1940 North Monroe Street, Room 1026, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0710
- NSRC, 1940 North Monroe Street, Room 1026, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0710
- Department of Business and Professional Regulation
- Division of Florida Condominiums, Timeshares and Mobile Homes
- Regional Planning Councils
- East Central Florida Regional Planning Council
- Monthly meeting of the Executive Committee.; March 19, 2014, 9:00 a.m.; ECFRPC Office, 309 Cranes Roost Blvd., Suite 2000, Mayor John H. Land Board Room, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
- ECFRPC Office, 309 Cranes Roost Blvd., Suite 2000, Mayor John H. Land Board Room, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
- Department of Business and Professional Regulation
- Division of Florida Condominiums, Timeshares and Mobile Homes
- Regional Planning Councils
- East Central Florida Regional Planning Council
- Regular monthly meeting of the East Central Florida Regional Planning Council.; March 19, 2014, 10:00 a.m.; ECFRPC Office, 309 Cranes Roost Blvd., Suite 2000, Mayor John H. Land Board Room, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701.
- ECFRPC Office, 309 Cranes Roost Blvd., Suite 2000, Mayor John H. Land Board Room, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701.
- Agency for State Technology
- Departmental
- Approval of minutes, Election of Temporary Operational Committee Chair, Changes to Bylaws regarding NSRC Committees, Items requiring Committee action, Exceptions to Standard Server Naming Convention, Storage Capacity, NSRC Updates/Informational Items, Project Status Report, Outage Report, Workload Indicator Report, Old Business, New Business, DR Study, Cloud Storage discussion and Open Discussion.; March 6, 2014, 1:30 p.m.; NSRC, 1940 North Monroe Street, Room 1026, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0710
- NSRC, 1940 North Monroe Street, Room 1026, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0710
6. Notices of Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Declaratory Stat
- Department of Business and Professional Regulation
- Construction Industry Licensing Board
7. Notice of Petitions and Dispositions Regarding the Validity of R
- Department of Business and Professional Regulation
- Division of Pari-Mutuel Wagering
- Department of Health
- Department of Financial Services
- Department of Education
- Department of Environmental Protection
- Agency for Health Care Administration
- Department of Health
8. Miscellaneous
- Department of Economic Opportunity
- Division of Community Development
- Department of Health
- Board of Nursing
- Board of Massage Therapy
- Board of Nursing
- Board of Pharmacy