Good Friends and YMCA Partner to Host 3rd Annual 6-hour Ride to Change the Future

Commissioners Dozier, Gillum & Miller and join sponsors Humana and North Florida Women’s Care to ride for an early detection test

TALLAHASSEE: In a 6 hour time period, 10 women will die from Ovarian Cancer. This Sunday, Good Friends Group Fitness, YMCA of Apalachee Parkway and the Ovarian Cancer Alliance of North Florida will host a 6-hour indoor spinning ride to help raise funds in their honor.

Joining a national effort called Ovarian Cycle, a non-profit foundation that sponsors the annual wellness program “Ride to Change the Future”, over 50 registered riders, including City and County Commissioners, have raised over $15,000 and are joined by corporate sponsors Humana and North Florida Women’s Care.

Funds raised will be donated to the Florida Hospital in Orlando for research of an early diagnostic test. Participating cities for 2012 include: Atlanta, GA, Birmingham, AL, New York, NY, Tallahassee, FL and Seattle, WA. The Ovarian Cancer Alliance of North Florida, founded by a local ovarian cancer survivor, Kelly J. Smith and Good Friends Group Fitness have teamed up to bring this exciting event to Tallahassee for the third year in a row. The past two years have raised almost $30,000.

Where: Good Friends Group Fitness, 1391 E Lafayette Street (The Parkway District -across from Gov Square Mall)

When: Sunday, May 20, 2012
Registration begins at 9:00am – ride starts at 10:00 am.
Tribute & Survivors Hour – family & friends unite – 3:00pm-4:00pm

VIP Riders:
Commissioner Miller to ride at 10am, Commissioner Dozier to ride at 2pm, Commissioner Gillum to ride at 3pm, Dr. Brickler to ride at 11am, Dr. Franz to ride at 1pm, Ann Howard to ride at 12am

What: Kids & supporters activities include food, waxing, massage and other vendors in addition to the ride
HOW: Individual Riders can do the whole 6 hours or ride as a team of anywhere of 2-6 people. Riders can still register at www.Ovariancycle.org or www.goodfriendsfitness.com.

Donations also accepted on site.
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Contact: Allie Fleming, 850-251-8077 cell
allie@goodfriendsfitness.com

State Board of Education to Hold Emergency Meeting

Tallahassee, Fla. – The Florida State Board of Education will hold an emergency meeting by conference call to discuss the preliminary results of student writing proficiency as measured by the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) and their impact on school grades. Information about the meeting is available on the Department’s website at http://www.fldoe.org/board/meetings. Members of the media may dial in to the conference call and participate in “listen-only” mode. Questions from the media should be directed to the Department of Education’s Press Office.

WHAT: State Board of Education Meeting
WHEN: Tuesday, May 15, 2012
10:30 a.m.
CALL-IN NUMBER: 1-866-304-6786

CONFERENCE ID: 81596641

About the Florida Department of Education: The department’s mission is to increase the proficiency of all students within one seamless, efficient education system by providing them the chance to expand their knowledge and skills through world-class learning opportunities. Serving more than 3.5 million students, 4,200 public schools, 28 colleges, 188,000 teachers, 47,000 college professors and administrators, and 318,000 full-time staff throughout the state, the department enhances the economic self-sufficiency of Floridians through programs and services geared toward college, workforce education, job-specific skills and career development. Florida ranks first in the nation for teacher quality, first in the nation in advanced placement participation, and first in the southern region for graduation rate and degrees awarded by the Florida College System. For more information, visit www.fldoe.org.

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Contact: DOE Press Office
(850) 245-0413

Scott/Carroll Administrative Schedule for Monday, 14, 2012

GOVERNOR RICK SCOTT’S SCHEDULE
FOR
MONDAY, MAY 14, 2012

8:00am-9:30am AVE MARIA SCHOOL OF LAW
Location: Ave Maria School of Law
Address: 707 Vineyards Blvd.
Naples, FL

10:00am-11:00am MEETING WITH THE NAPLES DAILY NEWS EDITORIAL BOARD
Location: Naples Daily News
Address: 1100 Immokalee Road
Naples, FL

2:15pm-3:15pm MEETING WITH FORT MYERS NEWS PRESS EDITORIAL BOARD
Location: Fort Myers News Press
Address: 2442 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Fort Myers, FL

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LT. GOVERNOR JENNIFER CARROLL’S SCHEDULE
FOR
MONDAY, MAY 14, 2012

8:00am-4:30pm STAFF AND CALL TIME
Location: St. Johns River College
Address: 283 College Drive
Orange Park, FL

4:30-5:30pm MEETING WITH ENTERPRISE FLORIDA, JIM HORNE, AND ASSOCIATE
Location: St. Johns River College
Address: 283 College Drive
Orange Park, FL

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Scott/Carroll Administrative Schedule for Saturday, May 12 and Sunday, May 13, 2012

GOVERNOR RICK SCOTT’S SCHEDULE
FOR
SATURDAY, MAY 12, 2012

NO SCHEDULED EVENTS

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LT. GOVERNOR JENNIFER CARROLL’S SCHEDULE
FOR
SATURDAY, MAY 12, 2012

8:00-10:30pm CELEBRATE ASIA 2012 “HONORING ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH”
Location: Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront
Address: 225 East Coastline Drive
Jacksonville, FL

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GOVERNOR RICK SCOTT’S SCHEDULE
FOR
SUNDAY, MAY 13, 2012

NO SCHEDULED EVENTS

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LT. GOVERNOR JENNIFER CARROLL’S SCHEDULE
FOR
SUNDAY, MAY 13, 2012

NO SCHEDULED EVENTS

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Scott/Carroll Administrative Schedule for Friday, May 11, 2012

GOVERNOR RICK SCOTT’S SCHEDULE
FOR
FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2012

7:30am-7:50am PRESCHEDULED MEDIA INTERVIEW

8:05am-8:15am LIVE INTERVIEW WITH BUD HEDINGER (WFLA)

8:15am-8:40am STAFF AND CALL TIME

9:00am-9:45am CEREMONIAL PIP BILL SIGNING
Location: Orlando Police Department Range
Address: 100 Andes Avenue
Orlando, Florida

11:30am-12:15pm CEREMONIAL PIP BILL SIGNING
Location: Florida Highway Patrol Office Troop C
Address 11305 N. McKinley Drive
Tampa, FL

4:00pm-5:15pm STAFF AND CALL TIME
Location: Florida State Capitol Building
Address: 400 South Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL

7:30pm-8:30pm EARLY LEARNING COALITION CHILD CARE PROVIDER CELEBRATION
Location: The Atrium at Northwood Centre
Address: 1940 North Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL

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LT. GOVERNOR JENNIFER CARROLL’S SCHEDULE
FOR
FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2012

NO SCHEDULED EVENTS

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Scott / Carroll Administrative Schedules for Thursday, May 10, 2012

GOVERNOR RICK SCOTT’S SCHEDULE
FOR
THURSDAY, MAY 10, 2012

7:20am-7:35am LIVE INTERVIEW WITH ACTION NEWS JACKSONVILLE
CBS 47/FOX30
Location: Fox 30 Studio
Address: 11700 Central Pkwy
Jacksonville, FL 32224

8:00am-8:30am STAFF AND CALL TIME
Location: Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront
Address: 225 East Coastline Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32202

8:30am-11:30am ENTERPRISE FLORIDA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
Location: Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront

11:30am-12:00pm MEETING WITH STEVE MACNAMARA (VIA PHONE)

12:00pm-12:15pm ENTERPRISE FLORIDA & FLORIDA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE JOINT LUNCHEON
Location: Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront

12:15pm-2:40pm STAFF AND CALL TIME
Location: Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront

2:40pm-2:55pm LIVE RADIO INTERVIEW WITH RICH STEVENS (WFTL) 850AM MIAMI (VIA PHONE)

2:55pm-3:20pm STAFF AND CALL TIME
Location: Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront

3:35pm-3:45pm LIVE RADIO INTERVIEW WITH MARK BERNIER 1150 (WNDB) DAYTONA BEACH

4:00pm-6:45pm THE PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP
Location: The Players Championship Clubhouse
Address: 110 Championship Way
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

7:10pm-7:15pm LIVE TELEVISION INTERVIEW WITH THE KUDLOW REPORT (CNBC)
Location: The Players Championship Clubhouse

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LT. GOVERNOR JENNIFER CARROLL’S SCHEDULE
FOR
THURSDAY, MAY 10, 2012

8:30am-11:30am ENTERPRISE FLORIDA BOARD MEETING
Location: Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront
Address: 225 East Coastline Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32202

2:30pm-4:30pm MEETING AT PERSONNEL SUPPORT DETACHMENT NAVAL AIR STATION JACKSONVILLE
Location: NAS Jacksonville
Address: Building 789
Jacksonville, FL

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Commissioner Putnam to Announce Florida Energy Summit

Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam will announce the details of the 2012 Florida Energy Summit at the Orlando Utilities Commission on Friday, May 11.

The Florida Energy Summit, a three-day conference hosted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, will bring together energy leaders from across the state and around the nation to share ideas on diversifying the state’s energy sources, spurring economic growth and promoting energy conservation.

Details for the event are:

Event: 2012 Florida Energy Summit Announcement

Date: Friday, May 11

Time: 11:00 a.m.

Location: Orlando Utilities Commission
Reliable Plaza
100 West Anderson St.
Orlando, FL 32802

Media: OPEN PRESS

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Contact: Sterling Ivey
May 9, 2012
(850) 617-7737

Media Availability: International Insurance Forum Brings Regulators to Washington, D.C.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 8, 2012) — Leaders from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) and the International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS) will be available on Thursday as part of the 2012 International Insurance Forum. Hosted by the NAIC, the conference brings together more than 150 regulators and interested parties from around the world to discuss global regulatory convergence and supervisory cooperation.

Credentialed media please note, pre-registration is required to participate on the conference call.

WHAT:
Insurance Regulators Discuss Global Insurance Issues
WHEN:
Thursday, May 10, 2012
10:45 a.m. ET/9:45 a.m. CT

WHO:
· Kevin M. McCarty, NAIC President and Florida Insurance Commissioner
· Yoshihiro Kawai, IAIS Secretary General
· James J. Donelon, NAIC President-Elect and Louisiana Insurance Commissioner
· Dr. Therese M. (Terri) Vaughan, NAIC Chief Executive Officer

WHERE:
Washington Marriott at Metro Center
London 1 Meeting Room, 3rd Floor, Ballroom Level
775 12th Street NW
Washington, D.C.

CALL-IN:
The conference call is available to CREDENTIALED MEDIA ONLY. All call-in participants will be required to have a password. Please contact the NAIC Communications Division at 816.783.8909 to register and receive the password prior to 10:00 a.m. ET/9:00 a.m. CT, Thursday, May 10, 2012.

Individuals who have not pre-registered for the call will not be allowed to participate. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

For more information on the forum, including a complete list of speakers and updated agenda, click here.

About the NAIC

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) is the U.S. standard-setting and regulatory support organization created and governed by the chief insurance regulators from the 50 states, the District of Columbia and five U.S. territories. Through the NAIC, state insurance regulators establish standards and best practices, conduct peer review, and coordinate their regulatory oversight. NAIC staff supports these efforts and represents the collective views of state regulators domestically and internationally. NAIC members, together with the central resources of the NAIC, form the national system of state-based insurance regulation in the U.S. For more information, visit www.naic.org.

Scott / Carroll Administrative Schedules for Wednesday, May 9, 2012

GOVERNOR RICK SCOTT’S SCHEDULE
FOR
WEDNESDAY, MAY 9, 2012

6:30am-7:00am DAILY MEDIA BRIEFING

1:00pm-1:30pm APPOINTMENTS BRIEFING (VIA PHONE)

1:30pm-1:45pm RADIO INTERVIEW WITH RICH STEVENS 850AM MIAMI (WFTL)

1:45pm-2:00pm PRESCHEDULED MEDIA INTERVIEW

2:00pm-2:30pm STAFF AND CALL TIME

3:05pm-3:20pm RADIO INTERVIEW WITH RICH MINAYA 610AM, 100.3FM MIAMI (WIOD)

5:30pm-9:00pm ENTERPRISE FLORIDA BOARD MEMBER RECEPTION AND DINNER
Location: Florida Blue Headquarters
Building 900 – The Conference Center
Address: 4800 Deerwood Campus Parkway
Jacksonville, FL 32246

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LT. GOVERNOR JENNIFER CARROLL’S SCHEDULE
FOR
WEDNESDAY, MAY 9, 2012

8:00am-11:30am STAFF AND CALL TIME
Location: St. Johns River College
Address: 283 College Drive
Orange Park, FL

1:15pm-1:45pm MEETING WITH JIM KUZMA, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER WITH SPACE FLORIDA
Location: Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront
Address: 225 East Coastline Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32202

1:45pm-2:30pm STAFF AND CALL TIME
Location: Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront

2:30pm-4:00pm SPACE FLORIDA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
Location: Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront

4:00pm-5:40pm STAFF AND CALL TIME
Location: Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront

6:20pm-9:00pm ENTERPRISE FLORIDA BOARD OF DIRECTORS RECEPTION
Location: Florida Blue Headquarters
Address: 4800 Deerwood Campus Parkway
Jacksonville, FL

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Teacher and Leader Preparation Implementation Committee to Hold Face-to-Face Meeting in Miami

Tallahassee, Fla. – The Race to the Top Teacher and Leader Preparation Implementation Committee (TLPIC) will meet in Miami on May 9-10, 2012. The purpose of the May 9 meeting is to review the data requested by the committee, determine the data elements for inclusion in the accountability system for Florida teacher preparation programs, and to begin setting measures of performance for these programs.

The purpose of the May 10 meeting is to familiarize meeting participants with the Uniform Core Curriculum, field experience, and admission requirements for Florida teacher preparation programs and provide them opportunities to discuss changes needed to ensure that teachers are prepared for the demands of the teaching profession upon completion of a state approved teacher preparation program.

The Committee represents Florida’s diversity in culture, community and region, and consists of postsecondary representatives, teachers, principals, district administrators, superintendents, and school board members. Additional information about the committee and its continuing work can be found at http://www.fldoe.org/committees/tlp.asp.

The meeting will also be webcast on the Department’s website at http://www.fldoe.org/committees/tlp.asp and at https://fecvideos.eduvision.tv/SchoolLiveSchedules.aspx.

WHAT: Teacher and Leader Preparation and Implementation Committee Meeting

WHEN: May 9 and 10, 2012
8:30 a.m.

WHERE: University of Miami
Flamingo AB, University Center
1306 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables, Fla.

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Contact: DOE Press Office
(850) 245-0413

Scott/Carroll Administrative Schedules for Tuesday, May 8, 2012

GOVERNOR RICK SCOTT’S SCHEDULE
FOR
TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2012

6:30am-7:00am DAILY MEDIA BRIEFING

7:05am-7:10am PRESCHEDULED MEDIA INTERVIEW

7:15am-8:00am BREAKFAST WITH EDUCATORS
Location: Stanley Switlik Elementary
Address: 3400 Overseas Highway
Marathon, FL 33050

8:00am-8:30am PRESCHEDULED MEDIA INTERVIEWS
Location: Stanley Switlik Elementary

8:35am-8:45am MEETING WITH GOLD STAR FAMILY
Location: Stanley Switlik Elementary

8:45am-9:00am MORNING ANNOUNCEMENTS
Location: Stanley Switlik Elementary

9:00am-11:00am CABINET MEETING
Location: Stanley Switlik Elementary

11:00am-12:00pm CLASSROOM VISITS
Location: Stanley Switlik Elementary

12:00pm-12:15pm POST CABINET MEDIA AVAILABILITY
Location: Stanley Switlik Elementary

12:30pm-2:00pm LUNCH WITH MONROE COUNTY LOCAL ELECTED OFFICALS
Location: Lazy Days Restaurant
Address: 725 11th Street Ocean
Marathon, FL 33050

2:10pm-2:45pm TURTLE HOSPITAL VISIT
Location: The Turtle Hospital
Address: 2396 Overseas Highway
Marathon, FL 33050

2:55pm-4:15pm TURTLE RELEASE
Location: 33rd Street Ramp
Address: 33rd Street at Mile Marker 47.5
Marathon, FL

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LT. GOVERNOR JENNIFER CARROLL’S SCHEDULE
FOR
TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2012

8:00am-10:00am STAFF AND CALL TIME
Location: St. Johns River College
Address: 283 College Drive
Orange Park, FL

11:00am-12:00pm SCHEDULING MEETING (VIA PHONE)

1:00pm-5:00pm STAFF AND CALL TIME
Location: St. Johns River College

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PSC Hurricane Preparedness Workshop Set for Wednesday

TALLAHASSEE — Florida’s Public Service Commission (PSC) will hold a workshop on Wednesday, May 9 to review the status of hurricane preparedness for the state’s electric utilities and major telephone companies. The annual workshop reviews the actions utilities have taken to protect their electric transmission and distribution facilities from severe weather impacts.

Each utility will present its current storm-hardening preparation status. Preparation categories include facility inspections; maintenance and repairs; coordination with other utilities, government, and community groups; and other storm-hardening measures. The presentations will also address unfinished work and identify specific areas of concern.

The workshop is set for the following time and location:

Wednesday, May 9, 2012
1:30 p.m.
Betty Easley Conference Center
Joseph P. Cresse Hearing Room (Room 148)
4075 Esplanade Way
Tallahassee, Florida

For additional information, visit www.floridapsc.com.

Follow the PSC on Twitter, @floridapsc.

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CONTACT: Cynthia L. Muir, Director
(850) 413-6482

Scott/Carroll Administrative Schedule for Monday, May 7, 2012

GOVERNOR RICK SCOTT’S SCHEDULE
FOR
MONDAY, MAY 7, 2012

6:30am-7:00am DAILY MEDIA BRIEFING
Location: The Governor’s Mansion
Address: 700 North Adams Street
Tallahassee, FL

7:10am-7:20am INTERVIEW WITH DAVE MCBRIDE (WFTL)
Location: The Florida State Capitol Building
Address: 400 South Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL

7:35am-7:50am INTERVIEW WITH GREG BLOSE (WNDB)
Location: The Florida State Capitol Building

8:00am-9:30am STAFF AND CALL TIME
Location: The Florida State Capitol Building

9:30am-11:30am 30TH ANNIVERSARY FLORIDA LAW ENFORCEMENT MEMORIAL SERVICE
Location: Florida State Capitol Building

11:30am-12:00pm STAFF AND CALL TIME
Location: The Florida State Capitol Building

12:00pm-12:30pm APPOINTMENTS BRIEFING
Location: The Florida State Capitol Building

3:00pm-4:00pm PALM BEACH PIP BILL SIGNING
Location: The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office
Address: 3228 Gun Club Road
West Palm Beach, Florida

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LT. GOVERNOR JENNIFER CARROLL’S SCHEDULE
FOR
MONDAY, MAY 7, 2012

8:00am-2:00pm STAFF AND CALL TIME
Location: St. Johns River College
Address: 283 College Drive
Orange Park, FL

2:00-3:00pm MEETING WITH FRANK DIBELLO, CEO ANDPRESIDENT OF SPACE FLORIDA (VIA PHONE)
Location: St. Johns River College

3:00-5:00pm STAFF AND CALL TIME
Location: St. Johns River College

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Scott/Carroll Administrative Schedule for Saturday, May 5 & Sunday, May 6, 2012

GOVERNOR RICK SCOTT’S SCHEDULE
FOR
SATURDAY, MAY 5, 2012

8:15am-11:00am EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DISPOSAL MEMORIAL
CDT Location: Eglin Air Force Base
Address: 8840 Range Road
Niceville, FL

12:35pm-12:55pm STAFF AND CALL TIME
CDT

3:30pm-4:30pm ESCAMBIA & SANTA ROSA COUNTY ECONOMIC
CDT ROUNDTABLE
Location: The Fish House
Address: 600 South Barracks St
Pensacola, FL

4:40pm-5:45pm 28TH ANNUAL PENSACOLA CRAWFISH FESTIVAL
CDT Location: Bartram Park
Address: 211 W. Main St
Pensacola

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LT. GOVERNOR JENNIFER CARROLL’S SCHEDULE
FOR
SATURDAY, MAY 5, 2012

NO SCHEDULED EVENTS

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GOVERNOR RICK SCOTT’S SCHEDULE
FOR
SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012

8:00am-9:00am CHURCH SERVICE
CDT Location: Christ Church
Address: 18 West Wright Street
Pensacola, FL

9:00am-10:00am FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST
CDT Location: Christ Church
Address: 18 West Wright Street
Pensacola, FL

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LT. GOVERNOR JENNIFER CARROLL’S SCHEDULE
FOR
SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012

NO SCHEDULED EVENTS

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State Board of Education to Meet in Tampa

Tallahassee, Fla. – The Florida State Board of Education will meet next week in Tampa. The agenda is posted at http://www.fldoe.org/board/meetings/.

WHAT: Strategic Plan Workshop

WHEN: Wednesday, May 9, 2012
1:00 p.m.

WHAT: Charter School Appeals

WHEN: Wednesday, May 9, 2012
4:00 p.m.

WHAT: State Board Meeting

WHEN: Thursday, May 10, 2012
7:30 a.m.

WHERE: Tampa Airport Marriott
Hillsborough Grand Ballroom
4200 George J. Bean Parkway
Tampa, Fla.

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Contact: DOE Press Office
(850) 245-0413

Olympus Insurance Company Rate Hearing Scheduled

WHO: Olympus Insurance Company

WHAT: A public rate hearing will be held to discuss the Olympus Insurance Company’s proposed rate increase for its dwelling fire line of insurance.

Olympus Insurance Company’s proposed statewide average rate level increase is 24.5%; however, the rate change for a particular region may be different from the statewide average. A copy of the agenda is attached.

WHEN: May 7, 2012
1:00 p.m.

WHERE: Room 116
Larson Building
200 E. Gaines St.
Tallahassee, FL

A video tape recording of the hearing will be available on the Office’s
website at a later date.

CONTACT: Jack McDermott Amy Bogner
850-413-2515 850-413-2515
Jack.McDermott@floir.com Amy.Bogner@floir.com

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Scott/Carroll Administrative Schedule for Friday, May 4, 2012

GOVERNOR RICK SCOTT’S SCHEDULE
FOR
FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2012

6:40am-6:55am INTERVIEW WITH SQUAWK BOX (CNBC)

7:10am-8:45am STAFF AND CALL TIME
Location: Florida State Capitol Building
Address: 400 South Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL

8:45am-9:15am VIDEO SESSION
Location: Florida State Capitol Building

9:15am-9:30am PRESCHEDULED MEDIA INTERVIEW

10:45am-11:00am STAFF AND CALL TIME

12:05pm-12:35pm MEETING WITH WASHINGTON, D.C. REPRESENTATIVES (VIA PHONE)

12:35pm-1:00pm STAFF AND CALL TIME

1:00pm-2:00pm HB 119 BILL SIGNING
Location: Florida State College – North Campus
NE Florida Law Enforcement Training Criminal Justice Center
Address: 4517 Capper Road
Jacksonville, FL

2:15pm-2:30pm INTERVIEW WITH ED DEAN RADIO (90.1FM, 89.3FM)

3:00pm-4:00pm ST. JOHNS RIVER LOWER BASIN BRIEFING AND TOUR
Location: City of Jacksonville Police and Fire Docks
Address: 1406 Gator Bowl Boulevard
Jacksonville, FL

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LT. GOVERNOR JENNIFER CARROLL’S SCHEDULE
FOR
FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2012

11:30-12:30pm SIERRA NEVADA ANNOUNCEMENT
Location: Hilton Cocoa Beach
Address: 1550 North Atlantic Avenue
Cocoa Beach, FL

4:00-5:00pm STAFF AND CALL TIME
Location: Governor’s Satellite Office
Address: 111 East Las Olas Boulevard
Ft. Lauderdale, FL

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Commissioner Robinson to Deliver Commencement Address to Hillsborough Community College Graduates

Tallahassee, Fla. – Education Commissioner Gerard Robinson will deliver the commencement address to graduates of Hillsborough Community College in Tampa on May 4, 2012.

WHAT: The 43rd Annual Commencement Exercise of Hillsborough Community College

WHEN: 2:00 p.m.
Friday, May 4, 2012

WHERE: Florida State Fairgrounds Expo Hall
4800 Highway 301 North
Tampa, Florida 33610

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Contact: DOE Press Office
(850) 245-0413

Commissioner Robinson to Attend Orange County Public Schools Community Resources Recognition Ceremony

Tallahassee, Fla. – Education Commissioner Gerard Robinson will attend and present awards at the Orange County Public Schools Community Resources Recognition Ceremony in Orlando on May 4, 2012. The event will honor the school district’s Outstanding Business Partners in Education and ADDitions School Volunteers.

WHAT: Orange County Public Schools Community Resources Recognition
Ceremony

WHEN: 8:30 a.m.
Friday, May 4, 2012

WHERE: SeaWorld Orlando
7007 SeaWorld Drive
Orlando, Florida 32821

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Contact: DOE Press Office
(850) 245-0413

Gaining Fat, Losing Bone and Lean Muscle with Age: Symposium to Address ‘Osteo-Sarcopenic Obesity’

As people age, they have a tendency to gain fat and lose bone and lean muscle mass. The 9thHazel K. Stiebeling Symposium, “Osteo-sarcopenic Obesity: A New Term for the Old Problem,” will address this issue. The Stiebeling Symposium is sponsored by the Department of Nutrition, Food and Exercise Sciences, part of Florida State University’s College of Human Sciences.

The symposium will take place:

MONDAY, MAY 7

8:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M.

AUGUSTUS B. TURNBULL III FLORIDA STATE CONFERENCE CENTER

555 W. PENSACOLA ST.

TALLAHASSEE, FLA.

Three Florida State Department of Nutrition, Food and Exercise Sciences faculty members will present lectures. At 9:30 a.m., Jasminka Z. Ilich-Ernst, the Hazel K. Stiebeling Professor, will present an introduction to the topic, discussing changes in muscle, fat andbone that aging brings, and the health consequences of osteo-sarcopenic obesity. At 10:10 a.m., Associate Professor Lynn Panton will discuss preventing and treating muscle and bone loss with exercise. At 10:50 a.m., Professor and Chair Bahram H. Arjmandi will discuss the role of functional foods and dietary supplements in bone and body composition, and in cardiovascular function.

The event will culminate with the Hazel Stiebeling Lecture at 11:40 a.m. Katherine Tucker, the chair of Northeastern University’s Department of Health Sciences, will discuss “Diet, Obesity and Bone Status: A Complex Interaction.”

The symposium is intended for faculty members from Florida State’s colleges of Human Sciences, Medicine and Nursing; undergraduate and graduate students studying nutrition, exercise sciences and other health-related disciplines; dietitians and other health professionals from Tallahassee and beyond.

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CONTACT: Jasminka Ilich-Ernst
(850) 645-7177; jilichernst@fsu.edu