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CRC Meeting Schedule Week of September 25-29

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Constitution Revision Commission (CRC) noticed the following meeting schedule for the week of September 25-29, 2017. CRC meetings are open to the public and will be livestreamed by The Florida Channel on www.TheFloridaChannel.org. Members of the public wishing to address CRC committees will be provided an opportunity to speak at the direction of the respective committee chair. Visit flcrc.gov/Committees for additional information on CRC committees. 

The Interim Calendar is available on the CRC Calendars Page at flcrc.gov/Meetings/Calendars/2017.

Monday, September 25

Rules and Administration Committee

·         Time: 2:00-5:00 PM

·         Location: 401 Senate Office Building, Tallahassee, Florida

·         Meeting Notice: http://bit.ly/2yq4cPT 

Tuesday, September 26

Executive Committee

·         Time: 8:00-11:00 AM

·         Location: 401 Senate Office Building, Tallahassee, Florida

·         Meeting Notice: http://bit.ly/2xwJfVI

Bonding and Investments Committee

·         Time: 1:00-3:00 PM

·         Location: 37 Senate Office Building, Tallahassee, Florida

·         Meeting Notice: http://bit.ly/2wHynzW

 Wednesday, September 27

Declaration of Rights Committee

·         Time: 1:00-5:00 PM

·         Location: Room 110 Senate Office Building, Tallahassee, Florida

·         Meeting Notice: http://bit.ly/2wHpB5l 

Finance and Taxation Committee

·         Time: 2:00-5:00 PM

·         Location: 301 Senate Office Building, Tallahassee, Florida

·         Meeting Notice: http://bit.ly/2xxe3ph

Thursday, September 28 

General Provisions Committee

·         Time: 8:30 AM- Noon

·         Location: 401 Senate Office Building, Tallahassee, Florida

·         Meeting Notice: http://bit.ly/2fBvTgZ

Friday, September 29

No meetings scheduled.

ABOUT THE FLORIDA CONSTITUTION REVISION COMMISSION (CRC)

Once every 20 years, Florida’s Constitution provides for the creation of a 37-member revision commission for the purpose of reviewing Florida’s Constitution and proposing changes for voter consideration. The Constitution Revision Commission (CRC) meets for approximately one year, traveling the State of Florida, identifying issues, performing research and possibly recommending changes to the Constitution. Any amendments proposed by the CRC would be placed on the 2018 General Election ballot. For additional information, visitflcrc.gov. Follow the CRC on social media @FloridaCRC (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube).

How to Submit a Proposed Constitutional Amendment Through FLCRC.GOV

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, the Constitution Revision Commission (CRC) released a new infographic showing the simple steps Floridians can take to submit a proposed constitutional amendment through flcrc.gov.
CRC Chairman Carlos Beruff, said, “The recommended September 22nd deadline to submit a proposed constitutional amendment to the CRC is a month away and we encourage all interested Floridians to submit their proposals as soon as possible. The submission tool on flcrc.gov offers a simple, streamlined process to create and share proposed constitutional amendments with the CRC. Just follow the steps in our new infographic and make sure your voice is heard during this historic process!”
 

The CRC is considering Friday, September 22 as the filing deadline for public proposals. The recommended deadline is subject to approval by a vote of the full commission. The next full commission meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 19. For more information on upcoming CRC meetings, visit flcrc.gov/Meetings.
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ABOUT THE FLORIDA CONSTITUTION REVISION COMMISSION (CRC)
Once every twenty years, Florida’s Constitution provides for the creation of a thirty-seven member revision commission for the purpose of reviewing Florida’s Constitution and proposing changes for voter consideration. The Constitution Revision Commission (CRC) meets for approximately one year, traveling the State of Florida, identifying issues, performing research and possibly recommending changes to the Constitution. Any amendments proposed by the CRC would be placed on the 2018 General Election ballot. For additional information, visit flcrc.gov. Follow the CRC on Twitter (@FloridaCRC) and Instagram (@FloridaCRC). Like the CRC on Facebook (@FloridaCRC).
 

150 Floridians Attend CRC Public Hearing in Tallahassee

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The Constitution Revision Commission (CRC) held a public hearing in Tallahassee on Wednesday, April 12 at Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University (FAMU) as part of its “Floridians Speak, We Listen” statewide tour. Approximately 150 Floridians attended the hearing and more than 50 requested to speak before the CRC. All Floridians who attended the hearing and wanted to speak were given an opportunity to be heard by the CRC.
To watch last night’s full hearing, visit the Florida Channel’s website which has a page dedicated to all CRC public hearings and meetings. A complete transcript of the public hearing and appearance forms will be available online at FLCRC.GOV as soon as possible. Visit FLCRC.GOV for information regarding upcoming public hearings. Floridians can also receive updates by following the CRC on Twitter (@FloridaCRC) and on Facebook (@FloridaCRC).

Floridians make their voices heard at Florida Agricultural &
Mechanical University (FAMU) in Tallahassee. (Photo by CRC)

Chairman Beruff Announces Updates to CRC Public Hearing Schedule in South Florida

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Public hearings will be held in larger spaces on FIU
and FAU campuses to accommodate high participation

Chairman Carlos Beruff today announced updates to the confirmed public hearing schedule in South Florida to maximize public participation. The Constitution Revision Commission (CRC) will be at the Florida International University (FIU) Student Academic Success Center in Miami on Thursday, April 6 beginning at 5:00 p.m. and the Florida Atlantic University (FAU) Acura Club (located in the FAU Stadium) in Boca Raton on Friday, April 7 beginning at 9:00 a.m. 

Chairman Carlos Beruff, said, “We were pleased to see 400 Floridians attend our first public hearing in Orlando. Given the public interest in speaking before the CRC, we have found new spaces on the FIU and FAU campuses that can hold even more participants. I encourage all interested Floridians in the greater Miami-Dade and Palm Beach County areas to come make their voices heard on April 6 at FIU in Miami and on April 7 at FAU in Boca Raton.” 

Updates to the South Florida public hearing schedule are outlined below. Additional public hearings will be announced as soon as possible. All upcoming public hearings will be live-streamed by The Florida Channel. To watch previous public hearings and meetings held by the CRC, visit the Florida Channel’s website which has a page dedicated to the CRC. 

Constitution Revision Commission (CRC) Updated Public Hearing Schedule
NOTE: End times are tentative depending upon attendance
and public interest in speaking before the CRC.

Miami-Dade County
Thursday, April 6 beginning at 5:00 p.m.
Florida International University (FIU)
Student Academic Success Center, Room 160
11200 SW 8th Street, Miami, Fla. 33199
*Complimentary parking will be available. Doors open to the public beginning at 4:00 p.m.
Palm Beach County
Friday, April 7 beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Florida Atlantic University (FAU)
FAU Stadium, Acura Club (third floor)
777 Glades Road, Boca Raton, Fla. 33431
*Complimentary parking will be available. Doors open to the public beginning at 8:00 a.m.

Individuals requiring an accommodation to participate in public hearings (such as a sign language interpreter) are requested to notify the Constitution Revision Commission five days prior to the scheduled meeting date at [email protected] or 850.717.9550.

ABOUT THE FLORIDA CONSTITUTION REVISION COMMISSION (CRC)
Once every twenty years, Florida’s Constitution provides for the creation of a thirty-seven member revision commission for the purpose of reviewing Florida’s Constitution and proposing changes for voter consideration. The Constitution Revision Commission (CRC) meets for approximately one year, traveling the State of Florida, identifying issues, performing research, and possibly recommending changes to the Constitution. Any amendments proposed by the CRC would be placed on the 2018 General Election ballot. For additional information, visit FLCRC.GOV. Follow the CRC on Twitter @FloridaCRC and like the CRC on Facebook @FloridaCRC.

ICYMI: 400 Floridians Attend Constitution Revision Commission Public Hearing in Orlando

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Photo by CRC: Chairman Carlos Beruff and Commissioners
listen to Floridians at the CRC’s first public hearing in Orlando.

The Constitution Revision Commission (CRC) held its first public hearing on March 29 in Orlando at the University of Central Florida (UCF) as part of its, “Floridians Speak, We Listen” statewide tour. Approximately 400 Floridians attended the hearing, and more than 95 individual Floridians spoke before the Commission to share their ideas. The hearing began at 5:00 PM and extended past the noticed end time through approximately 9:00 PM. All Floridians who attended the public hearing and wanted to speak were given an opportunity to be heard by the Commission.
To watch last night’s full hearing, visit the Florida Channel’s website which has a page dedicated to all CRC public hearings and meetings. A complete transcript of the public hearing and appearance forms will be available online at FLCRC.GOV as soon as possible. The next public hearings held by the CRC will be on April 6 at Florida International University (FIU) in Miami and on April 7 at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) in Boca Raton. Visit FLCRC.GOV for the schedule of confirmed public hearings. Floridians can also receive updates by following the CRC on Twitter (@FloridaCRC) and on Facebook (@FloridaCRC).
ABOUT THE FLORIDA CONSTITUTION REVISION COMMISSION
Once every twenty years, Florida’s Constitution provides for the creation of a thirty-seven member revision commission for the purpose of reviewing Florida’s Constitution and proposing changes for voter consideration. The Commission meets for approximately one year, traveling the State of Florida, identifying issues, performing research, and possibly recommending changes to the Constitution. Any amendments proposed by the Commission would be placed on the 2018 General Election ballot. For additional information, visit FLCRC.GOV. Follow the CRC on Twitter @FloridaCRC and like the CRC on Facebook @FloridaCRC.

Chairman Beruff Announces Statewide “Floridians Speak, We Listen” Tour

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The 2017-2018 Constitution Revision Commission is hitting the
road to learn about the issues important to Florida families

Chairman Carlos Beruff today announced the first four scheduled stops on the statewide “Floridians Speak, We Listen” tour being hosted by the 2017-2018 Florida Constitution Revision Commission (CRC).  The Commission will be at the University of Central Florida (UCF) in Orange County on Wednesday, March 29 from 5-8 p.m.; Florida International University (FIU) in Miami-Dade County on Thursday, April 6 from 5-8 p.m.; Florida Atlantic University (FAU) in Palm Beach County on Friday, April 7 from 9 a.m.-noon; and the University of West Florida (UWF) in Escambia County on Wednesday, April 12 from 4-7 p.m. (central time).
Chairman Carlos Beruff, said, “When Governor Rick Scott appointed me as Chair of this Commission, my first order of business was to ensure Floridians are actively involved in this historic and important process. I am proud to announce our ‘Floridians Speak, We Listen’ tour, where we will get input from Florida families on the issues that matter to them. This historic process gives Florida voters an opportunity to change the framework of our government and I encourage all interested Floridians to attend a public hearing and make their voices heard.”
Confirmed public hearing dates, times and locations are provided below. Additional tour stops will be announced soon.

Constitution Revision Commission *Confirmed* Public Hearing Dates
NOTE: End times are tentative depending upon attendance
and public interest in speaking before the Commission.

Orange County
Wednesday, March 29 from 5-8 p.m.
University of Central Florida (UCF)
FAIRWINDS Alumni Center
12676 Gemini Blvd. N., Orlando, Fla. 32816
(Free parking will be available)
Miami-Dade County
Thursday, April 6 from 5-8 p.m.
Florida International University (FIU)
Frost Art Museum
10975 SW 17th St, Miami, FL 33199
(Free parking will be available)
Palm Beach County
Friday, April 7 from 9 a.m. – noon
Florida Atlantic University (FAU)
FAU Stadium Recruiting Room (located indoors)
777 Glades Road, Boca Raton, Fla. 33431
(Free parking will be available)
Escambia County
Wednesday, April 12, from 4-7 p.m. (Central Time)
University of West Florida (UWF)
Center for Fine and Performing Arts
82 Service Rd, Pensacola, Fla. 32514
(Free parking will be available)
Individuals requiring an accommodation to participate in these hearings (such as a sign language interpreter) are requested to notify the Constitution Revision Commission five days prior to the scheduled meeting date at [email protected] or (850) 717-9600.
ABOUT THE FLORIDA CONSTITUTION REVISION COMMISSION
Once every twenty years, Florida’s Constitution provides for the creation of a thirty-seven member revision commission for the purpose of reviewing Florida’s Constitution and proposing changes for voter consideration. The Commission meets for approximately one year, traveling the State of Florida, identifying issues, performing research, and possibly recommending changes to the Constitution. Any amendments proposed by the Commission would be placed on the 2018 General Election ballot. For additional information, visit FLCRC.GOV. Follow the Commission on Twitter @FloridaCRC.