NOTICE OF DELIBERATION HEARING

The Florida Commission on Human Relations announces a public hearing to which all persons are invited.

DATE AND TIME: Thursday, April 10, 2025, 10:00 a.m., ET.

PLACE: This is a virtual meeting being conducted via Microsoft Teams: Join the meeting now or via telephone: (850) 270-6017, phone conference I.D.: 645 887 274#.

PURPOSE: The Commission Panel will conduct a non-evidentiary deliberation hearing and vote on the disposition of matters below.  Neither the parties nor their representatives are required to attend this hearing.  No requests for oral argument were filed by an eligible party pursuant to Rule 60Y-4.028(3), Florida Administrative Code, so oral argument will not be heard in those cases, and continuances will not be granted.  Upon conclusion of the hearing, an order will be issued for each matter reflecting the vote of the Commission Panel.

MATTERS TO BE CONSIDERED:

1.      Fernando A. Martinez v. Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, DOAH 24-3902, FCHR 2024-71769

2. Tracy Robinson v. Eisman and Russo, Inc., DOAH 24-1900, FCHR 2024-52595

3.      Derrick Smith, Jr. v. Southland Pool and Lawn, LLC, DOAH 24-3241, FCHR 2024-62632

4.      Fernando A. Martinez v. The Capital Burger, DOAH 24-4075, FCHR 2024-75465

5.      Shelfraa Fleming v. Villages of Bloomingdale Condominium No. 7, Inc.; Ryan Setzer; Bahia Property Management, LLC; and Sandra Dominguez, DOAH 24-3828, FCHR 2024-75861

6.      Rachel Bass v. Landstar Logistics & Transportation, DOAH 24-4583, FCHR 2024-73722

7.      Delvin Fourcand v. Izziban, DOAH 24-3947, FCHR 2024-66889

8.      Antoniesha Austin v. Snipes USA, DOAH 24-3244 FCHR 2024-59096

9.      Devon Robinson v. Chipotle, DOAH 24-3871, FCHR 2024-67757 

10.  Jean Fineis v. Broward County Public Schools, DOAH 24-2820, FCHR 2024-57611

11.  Barbara Grabosky v. Enrichment Academy, DOAH 24-1623, FCHR 2024-43701

12.  Lisa Ransier v. Sunmaster of Naples, Inc., DOAH 24-1210, FCHR 2024-45055

13.  Earl Smith v. Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Inc., DOAH 24-3858, FCHR 2024-65077

AUTHORITY: Sections 120.569, 120.57, 760.01-760.37, and 509.092, Florida Statutes.

ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS:  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this hearing should advise the agency at least 5 days before the hearing by contacting the Clerk of the Commission, clerk@fchr.myflorida.com, (850) 488-7082, or at 4075 Esplanade Way, Room 110, Tallahassee, FL 32399.

RECORD: A court reporter will record the hearing.  Parties may obtain a transcript of the proceedings directly from the court reporter.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Inquiries may be directed to the Clerk of the Commission. 

NOTICE OF DELIBERATION HEARING

The Florida Commission on Human Relations announces a public hearing to which all persons are invited. 

DATE AND TIME: Thursday, March 20, 2025, 10:00 a.m. ET.

PLACE: This is a virtual meeting being conducted via Microsoft Teams: Join the meeting now or via telephone: (850) 270-6017, phone conference I.D.: 576 529 516#.

PURPOSE: The Commission Panel will conduct a non-evidentiary deliberation hearing and vote on the disposition of the matters identified below.  Neither the parties nor their representatives are required to attend this hearing.  No requests for oral argument were filed by an eligible party pursuant to Rule 60Y-4.028(3), Florida Administrative Code, so oral argument will not be heard in those cases, and continuances will not be granted.  Upon conclusion of the hearing, an order will be issued for each matter reflecting the vote of the Commission Panel.

 MATTERS TO BE CONSIDERED:

 1.  James Daigle v. Tractor Supply Company, DOAH 24-3622, FCHR 2024-63730

2.  James Walker and Cala Walker v. Jennifer Chatman; Robert I. Chatman, III; Everest Property Services, LLC; and Joseph Derek Case, DOAH 24-2533, FCHR 2023-39395

3. Wilfred McCloud, III v. Djont/JPM Hospitality Leasing (SPE) LLC d/b/a Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami International Airport, DOAH 24-3292, FCHR 2024-58804

 4.  Fernando A. Martinez v. Benihana Restaurant, DOAH 24-4539, FCHR 2024-85661

5.  Fernando A. Martinez v. Salumeria 104, DOAH 24-4791, FCHR 2024-87845

6.  Kamran Aghaee v. University of Florida, DOAH 24-0875, FCHR 2024-43281

7. Cavi Caige v. The Slyvia Brafman Mental Health Center, DOAH 24-2617, FCHR 2024-53981

8. Wilbur Pritchard, III v. E.D.T. U.S.A. Corp., Inc. Central Beer Import & Export Co., DOAH 21-3733 FCHR 2021-29501

9. Seung Hoon Yi v. United Services Automobile Association (USAA), DOAH 24-4446, FCHR 2024-73187

10.  Jose Moran v. Florida Department of Children and Families, DOAH 24-3339, FCHR 2024-63419

11.  Millette Haas v. Nextira formerly known as Six Nine It, LLC, DOAH 24-3404, FCHR 2024-61021

12.  Samantha Underwood v. RCI Hospitality Holdings, DOAH 24-3667, FCHR 2024-55936

AUTHORITY: Sections 120.569, 120.57, 760.01-760.37, and 509.092, Florida Statutes.

ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS:  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this hearing should advise the agency at least 5 days before the hearing by contacting the Clerk of the Commission, clerk@fchr.myflorida.com, (850) 488-7082, or at 4075 Esplanade Way, Room 110, Tallahassee, FL 32399.

RECORD: A court reporter will record the hearing.  Parties may obtain a transcript of the proceedings directly from the court reporter.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Inquiries may be directed to the Clerk of the Commission. 

AGENDA ITEM

I. Call to order, roll call, determination of a quorum

II. Public comments related to current agenda items

III. Consideration of meeting minutes (VOTE)

IV. Reports

a. Chair

b. Executive Director

i. LRPP reports (% investigations completed within statutory deadline, % of Recommended Orders that agreed with related determination,Customer Service Technical Assistance)

ii. Employment/EEOC report

iii. Housing/HUD report

iv. Legal report

v. Budget report

vi. External and Legislative Affairs report

vii. Human Resources report

V. Commissioner Comments

VI. Adjournment

When operating under Florida’s Government in the Sunshine Law, the Florida Supreme Court recognizes the importance of public participation in open meetings. The Commission provides that right of access at each public meeting and adheres to Chapter 286.011, Florida Statutes. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Chapter 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons in need of special accommodation to participate in the meeting (including an agenda) shall contact our office by email at casey.snipes@fchr.myflorida.com or (850) 907-6785.

This meeting is subject to change upon the chair’s request.

NOTICE OF DELIBERATION HEARING 

The Florida Commission on Human Relations announces a public hearing to which all persons are invited.

DATE AND TIME: Thursday, February 13, 2025, 10:00 a.m., ET.

PLACE: This is a virtual meeting being conducted via Microsoft Teams: Join the meeting now or via telephone: (850) 270-6017, phone conference I.D.: 969 255 085#.

PURPOSE: The Commission Panel will conduct a non-evidentiary deliberation hearing and vote on the disposition of the matters identified below.  Neither the parties nor their representatives are required to attend this hearing.  The petitioner in DOAH case number 23-3980 requested oral argument in accordance with Rule 60Y-4.028(3), Florida Administrative Code, and will have 15 minutes to present oral argument.  No other requests for oral argument were filed by an eligible party, so no other oral argument will be heard, and continuances will not be granted.  Upon conclusion of the hearing, an order will be issued for each matter reflecting the vote of the Commission Panel.   

 MATTERS TO BE CONSIDERED:

1. Doris Arbaiza v. Red Lobster Restaurants, LLC, DOAH 23-4179, FCHR 2023-42056

2. Fernando Martinez v. Fogo De Chao Churrascaria, DOAH 24-3413, FCHR 2024-65434

3. Karl Frankenfield v. AT&T, DOAH 24-2790, FCHR 2024-59006

4. Akhtar Kamal and Farzana Akhtar v. Town Park Plaza North Condominium Association, Inc. and Renarda Cunningham, DOAH 24-3415, FCHR 2024-60713

5. Bradley Hennenfent v. The Villas at Pine Key Owners Association, Inc., Matthew Cohen, and Thomas Eaton, DOAH 24-3857, FCHR 2023-38258

6. Patrick Valdivieso v. Greenwich Condominium Association, Inc., First Service Residential, Inc., and Jorge Hernandez, DOAH 24-2746, FCHR 2023-39509

7. Anecia Showers-Wilkerson v. Quality RV, Inc., DOAH 24-3881, FCHR 2024-66785

8. Sonia (Sonny) Guirado v. The Casino at Dania Beach, DOAH 24-3242, FCHR 2024-59163

9. Samantha Underwood v. RCI Hospitality Holdings, DOAH 24-3667, FCHR 2024-55936

10. Lazaro Santos v. Quality Inn Orlando, DOAH 24-2454, FCHR 2024-53124

11. Thomas Valentine v. American Express Company, DOAH 23-3980, FCHR 2023-41144

12. Victor Astacio v. The Casino at Dania Beach, DOAH 24-3251, FCHR 2024-59162

AUTHORITY: Sections 120.569, 120.57, 760.01-760.37, and 509.092, Florida Statutes.

ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS:  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this hearing should advise the agency at least 5 days before the hearing by contacting the Clerk of the Commission, clerk@fchr.myflorida.com, (850) 488-7082, or at 4075 Esplanade Way, Room 110, Tallahassee, FL 32399.

RECORD: A court reporter will record the hearing.  Parties may obtain a transcript of the proceedings directly from the court reporter.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Inquiries may be directed to the Clerk of the Commission. 

The FCHR Commission meeting is cancelled due to State Office closure.

The office will be closed today beginning at 1:00 p.m.

NOTICE OF DELIBERATION HEARING

The Florida Commission on Human Relations announces a public hearing to which all persons are invited.

DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, January 21, 2025, 10:00 a.m., ET.

PLACE: This is a virtual meeting being conducted via Microsoft Teams: Join the meeting now

or via telephone: (850) 270-6017, phone conference I.D.: 121 991 610#.

PURPOSE: The Commission Panel will conduct a non-evidentiary deliberation hearing and vote on the disposition of the matters identified below. Neither the parties nor their representatives are required to attend this hearing. The petitioner in DOAH case number 23-3980 requested oral argument in accordance with Rule 60Y-4.028(3), Florida Administrative Code, and will have 15 minutes to present oral argument. No other requests for oral argument were filed by an eligible party, so no other oral argument will be heard, and continuances will not be granted. Upon conclusion of the hearing, an order will be issued for each matter reflecting the vote of the Commission Panel.

MATTERS TO BE CONSIDERED:

1.Donnie Singleton v. CVS, DOAH 24-3407, FCHR 2024-59937

2.Terry Doss v. Eric Gleaton Realty, Inc., DOAH 24-2455, FCHR 2024-54279

3.Terrance Turnage v. Bob Evans Restaurant, LLC, DOAH 24-2815, FCHR 2024-58004

4.Joshua Misiph v. Seven Hills Global, DOAH 24-2828, FCHR 2024-54497

5.Christine Holmes v. Kipp Jacksonville, DOAH 23-3386, FCHR 2023-37060

6.Justo Gomez v. Porto Vita 1001, LLC, d/b/a Porto Vita Villa Grande Club, DOAH 24-2103, FCHR 2024-53700

7.Thomas Valentine v. American Express Company, DOAH 23-3980, FCHR 2023-41144

8.Harry Marcus v. Broward County Public Schools, DOAH 24-3435, FCHR 2024-56524

9.Janice Willis v. Bridge WF FL Waverly Place, LLC, Bridge Property Management, LC, and Marisol Camacho, DOAH 24-1212, FCHR 2024-54312

10.Valerie Flores v. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, LTD, DOAH 24-2369, FCHR 2024-50846

11.Marvis Johnson & Aileen Pelegrin v. FirstService Residential Inc., Raph Morales, and Mei Condominium Association, Inc., DOAH 23-4717, FCHR 2022-33353

12.Charneat Jones v. AdventHealth Medical Group, DOAH 23-4219, FCHR 2023-41138

AUTHORITY: Sections 120.569, 120.57, 760.01-760.37, and 509.092, Florida Statutes.

ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this hearing should advise the agency at least 5 days before the hearing by contacting the Clerk of the Commission, clerk@fchr.myflorida.com, (850) 488-7082, or at 4075 Esplanade Way, Room 110, Tallahassee, FL 32399.

RECORD: A court reporter will record the hearing. Parties may obtain a transcript of the proceedings directly from the court reporter.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Inquiries may be directed to the Clerk of the Commission.

NOTICE OF DELIBERATION HEARING

 The Florida Commission on Human Relations announces a public hearing to which all persons are invited.

DATE AND TIME: Thursday, December 5, 2024, 10:00 a.m., ET.

PLACE: This is a virtual meeting being conducted via Microsoft Teams: Join the meeting now or via telephone: (850) 270-6017, phone conference I.D.: 461 454 937#.

PURPOSE: The Commission Panel will conduct a non-evidentiary deliberation hearing and vote on the disposition of the matters identified below.  Neither the parties nor their representatives are required to attend this hearing.  No requests for oral argument were filed by an eligible party pursuant to Rule 60Y-4.028(3), Florida Administrative Code, so oral argument will not be heard in those cases, and continuances will not be granted.  Upon conclusion of the hearing, an order will be issued for each matter reflecting the vote of the Commission Panel.   

 MATTERS TO BE CONSIDERED:

1. Sin Jones v. Chatham Squar Apartments, LLC and Cushman & Wakefield, Inc., DOAH 24-2773, FCHR 2023-38992

2. Barbara Grabosky v. Recreation and Parks Homestead Village Recreation Center, DOAH 24-0625, FCHR 2023-43330

3. Henry Jared Doster v. Hand Arendall Harrison Sale, LLC, DOAH 23-0344, FCHR 2022-36208

4. Susan Woodward v. Estate of Florence Phelps, Tammy Williams, DOAH 24-2771, FCHR 2024-67544

5. Elizabeth Rooters v. RAM Partners, LLC, Madyson Lang, and Avalon 276, LLC, DOAH 24-1957, FCHR 2023-41028

6. James Yonan v. Publix Supermarkets, Inc., DOAH 24-2715, FCHR 2024-56456

7. Lorenzo Coleman v. Southern Homes of Polk County, Inc., Anne Hough, and Logan Loftus, DOAH 24-0949, FCHR 2022-34868

8. Rishi Arora v. Miami Dade County, DOAH 24-3405, FCHR 2024-61805

AUTHORITY: Sections 120.569, 120.57, 760.01-760.37, and 509.092, Florida Statutes.

ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this hearing should advise the agency at least 5 days before the hearing by contacting the Clerk of the Commission, clerk@fchr.myflorida.com, (850) 488-7082, or at 4075 Esplanade Way, Room 110, Tallahassee, FL  32399.

RECORD: A court reporter will record the hearing.  Parties may obtain a transcript of the proceedings directly from the court reporter.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Inquiries may be directed to the Clerk of the Commission. 

The Florida Commission on Human Relations announces a public hearing to which all persons are invited.

DATE AND TIME: Thursday, October 17, 2024, 10:00 a.m., ET.

PLACE: This is a virtual meeting being conducted via Microsoft Teams: Join the meeting now or via telephone: (850) 270-6017, phone conference I.D.: 319 892 672#.

PURPOSE: The Commission Panel will conduct a non-evidentiary deliberation hearing and vote on the disposition of the matters identified below.  Neither the parties nor their representatives are required to attend this hearing.  No requests for oral argument were filed by an eligible party pursuant to Rule 60Y-4.028(3), Florida Administrative Code, so oral argument will not be heard in those cases, and continuances will not be granted.  Upon conclusion of the hearing, an order will be issued for each matter reflecting the vote of the Commission Panel.   

MATTERS TO BE CONSIDERED:

1.  Emily Klein on behalf of CK and ZK v. Busch Gardens of Tampa, DOAH 23-4059, FCHR 2023-41365

2.  Emily Klein v. Busch Gardens of Tampa, DOAH 23-4063, FCHR 2023-41364

3. Robert Truong and Thanh Van Nguyen v. Canterbury Lakes Homeowners Association, Inc.; Excelsior Community Management, LLC, et al.., DOAH 24-0336, FCHR 2023-39064

4. Camille Abboud v. NextEra, Inc.; Florida Power Light, DOAH 23-2987, FCHR 2023-40106

5. Jenice C. Clouse v. Applebee's Neighborhood Restaurant Partners, DOAH 24-2187, FCHR 2024-54080

6. Reymon Chancay v. Elev8 Fun Tampa, DOAH 24-2094, FCHR 2024-52075

7. Donald and Janet Buchanan v. Ridge Acres Phase II Homeowners Association, Inc.; Carmani Enterprises, LLC; and Valerie Blake-Jones, DOAH 24-1960, FCHR 2024-59669

8. Emily Cassese v. The Social, DOAH 24-1338, FCHR 2024-44294

9. Dawn Hood v. Camp Inn Associates, LLC, et al., DOAH 24-0281, FCHR 2022-36489

AUTHORITY:  Sections 120.569, 120.57, 760.01-760.37, and 509.092, Florida Statutes.

ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS:  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this hearing should advise the agency at least 5 days before the hearing by contacting the Clerk of the Commission, clerk@fchr.myflorida.com, (850) 488-7082, or at 4075 Esplanade Way, Room 110, Tallahassee, FL 32399.

RECORD:  A court reporter will record the hearing.  Parties may obtain a transcript of the proceedings directly from the court reporter.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  Inquiries may be directed to the Clerk of the Commission. 

The Florida Commission on Human Relations announces a public meeting to which all persons are invited.
DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. ET.
PLACE: This meeting will take place via MS TEAMS.
https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YjY1NWQzM2UtYWY5ZS00YmM2LWEzNDAtNDM5ZGMzNjIyNTRh%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2272615e7c-9896-4507-b940-b3b3bd01cdc7%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22fe5821a5-c21b-48c8-a8c2-93bcff74a11c%22%7d
Or Call in #: (850)270-6017; Conference code: 218 011 934#.
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: This meeting is to discuss the quarterly activities of the Commission.
Requests to make public comments regarding the meeting agenda must be submitted to the agency clerk at clerk@fchr.myflorida.com by 4:00 p.m., ET on October 11, 2024.
A copy of the agenda may be obtained by contacting: clerk@fchr.myflorida.com
Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this workshop/meeting is asked to advise the agency at least 5 days before the workshop/meeting by contacting: clerk@fchr.myflorida.com. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service, 1(800)955-8771 (TDD) or 1(800)955-8770 (Voice).

This meeting is canceled due to Hurricane Milton.

It is rescheduled for Tuesday, October 15, 2024.

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NOTICE OF DELIBERATION HEARING

The Florida Commission on Human Relations announces a public hearing to which all persons are invited.

DATE AND TIME: Thursday, September 12, 2024, 10:00 a.m., ET.

PLACE: This is a virtual meeting being conducted via Microsoft Teams: Join the meeting now or via telephone: (850) 270-6017, phone conference I.D.: 262 337 730#.

PURPOSE: The Commission Panel will conduct a non-evidentiary deliberation hearing and vote on the disposition of the matters identified below.  Neither the parties nor their representatives are required to attend this hearing.  No requests for oral argument were filed by an eligible party pursuant to Rule 60Y-4.028(3), Florida Administrative Code, so oral argument will not be heard in those cases, and continuances will not be granted.  Upon conclusion of the hearing, an order will be issued for each matter reflecting the vote of the Commission Panel.   

MATTERS TO BE CONSIDERED:

1. Dominique Latham v. Suwannee Correctional Institution, DOAH 24-1480, FCHR 2024-47581

2. Ronald Jones v. The School Board of Gadsden County, DOAH 24-0088, FCHR 2023-42688

3. Melinda Rios v. Manatee County Development Services, DOAH 24-0925, FCHR 2023-42687

4. Robert Cleary v. Keiser University, DOAH 24-0458, FCHR 2024-43304

5. Joshua Crockett v. Orange County Board of County Commissioners, DOAH 22-3897, FCHR 2022-33707

6. Shon Alexander v. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., DOAH 24-0055, FCHR 2023-43012

7. Andra Jackson v. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., DOAH 24-0061, FCHR 2023-43006

8. Richard Cross and Lisa Hohner v. Florida Hickory Hills, LTD,; CG Real Estate Investment, LLC; Isabelle Leluc, DOAH 24-1560, FCHR 2024-44647

AUTHORITY:  Sections 120.569, 120.57, 760.01-760.37, and 509.092, Florida Statutes.

ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS:  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this hearing should advise the agency at least 5 days before the hearing by contacting the Clerk of the Commission, clerk@fchr.myflorida.com, (850) 488-7082, or at 4075 Esplanade Way, Room 110, Tallahassee, FL  32399.

RECORD:  A court reporter will record the hearing.  Parties may obtain a transcript of the proceedings directly from the court reporter.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  Inquiries may be directed to the Clerk of the Commission. 

NOTICE OF DELIBERATION HEARING

The Florida Commission on Human Relations announces a public hearing to which all persons are invited.

DATE AND TIME: Thursday, August 8, 2024, 10:00 a.m., ET.

PLACE: This is a virtual meeting being conducted via Microsoft Teams: Join the meeting now or via telephone: (850) 270-6017, phone conference I.D.: 852 305 520#.

PURPOSE: The Commission Panel will conduct a non-evidentiary deliberation hearing and vote on the disposition of the matters identified below.  Neither the parties nor their representatives are required to attend this hearing.  No requests for oral argument were filed by an eligible party pursuant to Rule 60Y-4.028(3), Florida Administrative Code, so oral argument will not be heard in those cases, and continuances will not be granted.  Upon conclusion of the hearing, an order will be issued for each matter reflecting the vote of the Commission Panel.   

MATTERS TO BE CONSIDERED:

1. Valerie Echevarria v. Copper Creek of Riverview Homeowners’ Association, Inc., et al., DOAH 24-0942, FCHR 2024-50780 

2. Julia Williams v. The Housing Authority of the City of Daytona Beach, DOAH 23-4459, FCHR 2023-41818 

3.  Terry L. Doss v. Rew Materials, DOAH 24-0554, FCHR 2023-42885

4.  Justin Mukenge Gasana v. ESA Management, LLC, DOAH 23-4659, FCHR 2023-42257

AUTHORITY:  Sections 120.569, 120.57, 760.01-760.37, and 509.092, Florida Statutes.

ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS:  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this hearing should advise the agency at least 5 days before the hearing by contacting the Clerk of the Commission, clerk@fchr.myflorida.com, (850) 488-7082, or at 4075 Esplanade Way, Room 110, Tallahassee, FL  32399.

RECORD:  A court reporter will record the hearing.  Parties may obtain a transcript of the proceedings directly from the court reporter.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  Inquiries may be directed to the Clerk of the Commission. 

The Florida Commission on Human Relations announces a public meeting to which all persons are invited.
DATE AND TIME: Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. ET.
PLACE: The is will be an in-person meeting at the Betty Easley Conference Center, 4075 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee, FL 32399. There will also be a call-in option. Call-in #: 850-270-6017; Conference code: 525 643 927#.
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: This meeting is to discuss the quarterly activities of the Commission.
Requests to make public comments regarding the meeting agenda must be submitted to the agency clerk at clerk@fchr.myflorida.com by 4:00 p.m. ET on July 23, 2024.
A copy of the agenda may be obtained by contacting: clerk@fchr.myflorida.com
Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this workshop/meeting is asked to advise the agency at least 5 days before the workshop/meeting by contacting: clerk@fchr.myflorida.com. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service, 1(800)955-8771 (TDD) or 1(800)955-8770 (Voice).

   NOTICE OF DELIBERATION HEARING

The Florida Commission on Human Relations announces a public hearing to which all persons are invited.

DATE AND TIME: Thursday, July 11, 2024, 10:00 a.m., ET.

PLACE: This is a virtual meeting being conducted via Microsoft Teams: Join the meeting now or via telephone: (850) 270-6017, phone conference I.D.: 401 872 769#.

PURPOSE: The Commission Panel will conduct a non-evidentiary deliberation hearing and vote on the disposition of the matters identified below.  Neither the parties nor their representatives are required to attend this hearing.  No requests for oral argument were filed by an eligible party pursuant to Rule 60Y-4.028(3), Florida Administrative Code, so oral argument will not be heard in those cases, and continuances will not be granted.  Upon conclusion of the hearing, an order will be issued for each matter reflecting the vote of the Commission Panel.   

MATTERS TO BE CONSIDERED:

1.  Alex Gerena v Academy Bus, LLC, DOAH 23-3891, FCHR 2023-40874

2. Harold Brown v. Manheim Central Florida, DOAH 24-0203, FCHR 2023-42683

3.  Max Freiria v. Miami Dade County, DOAH 24-0584, FCHR 2024-43379

4.  Thomas Hoff v. Proud Source Water, DOAH 24-0058, FCHR 2023-42603

5.  John Swafford and Carlos Gonzalez v. Altamonte Terrace Apartments, LLC, et al., DOAH 24-0637, FCHR 2024-52331

6. Kezia Gilyard v. Broward County Public Schools, DOAH 22-1988, FCHR 2022-31988

AUTHORITY:  Sections 120.569, 120.57, 760.01-760.37, and 509.092, Florida Statutes.

ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS:  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this hearing should advise the agency at least 5 days before the hearing by contacting the Clerk of the Commission, clerk@fchr.myflorida.com, (850) 488-7082, or at 4075 Esplanade Way, Room 110, Tallahassee, FL  32399.

RECORD:  A court reporter will record the hearing.  Parties may obtain a transcript of the proceedings directly from the court reporter.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  Inquiries may be directed to the Clerk of the Commission.