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. 

TO:                 Commissioners Angela Primiano, Kenyetta Moyé and Jay Pichard

Parties and Representatives of Parties

FROM:           Casey Snipes, 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: Wednesday, June 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.: 224 076 477#.

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. Shaneka Mitchell v Linchris Hotel Corp., d/b/a Sheraton Tampa Brandon Hotel, DOAH 23-3585, FCHR 2023-41332

2. Shamer Robertson v. Jennison Management Company, LLC, et al., DOAH 23-3583, FCHR 2023-36802

3. TaJuana S. Gentry v. Florida Department of Children & Families at Northeast Florida State Hospital, DOAH 23-3467, FCHR 2023-40230

4. Donald and Priscilla Ritorto v. Plant City Rentals Property Management, LLC, et al., DOAH 23-4367, FCHR 2022-32025

5. Milton Morrison and Michelle Kerns v. Applebrook Homes Florida, LLC, d/b/a Osceola Mobile Village and Mayra Rosini, DOAH 24-0128, FCHR 2023-42161

6. Armando Arce v. Florida Department of Corrections, DOAH 23-3172, FCHR 2023-40133

7. Quintin Pilgrim, Jr. v. Campus Advantage, DOAH 23-4212, FCHR 2023-43213

8. Trey Asner v. St. Johns County Government, DOAH 24-0943, FCHR 2023-42682

9. Colin Bizzeth v. Lowe’s Home Improvement, DOAH 24-0459, FCHR 2024-43376

10. Fernando Martinez v. The Capital Grille, DOAH 24-0764, FCHR 2024-43642

11. Steven Barone v. Regal Cinemas, DOAH 24-0668, FCHR 2024-43468

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. 

Today’s scheduled deliberation hearing is cancelled

TO: Commissioners Larry Hart, Darrick McGhee and Dawn Hanson

Parties and Representatives of Parties

FROM:  Casey Snipes, 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, April 11, 2024, 10:00 a.m., ET.

PLACE: This is a virtual meeting being conducted via Microsoft Teams: Click here to join the meeting

or via telephone: (850) 270-6017, phone conference I.D.: 859 927 084#.

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, 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. Laura Pastuszek and Fred Lugano v. Beach Harbor Club Association, DOAH 23-1673,

FCHR 2022-35253

2. Gyasi Weir v. Bass Underwriters, DOAH 23-3144, FCHR 2023-39798

3. Shaunta Taylor v. City of Tallahassee, DOAH 23-2808, FCHR 2023-39556

4. Rashida Strober v. Lennar Homes, LLC, Kevin Greene, and Karlene Camero, DOAH 23-4660, FCHR 2023-40325

5. Alleia Joy McKibben v. Best Buy, DOAH 23-4167, FCHR 2023-41067

6. Joel Jones v. Neighborhood Restaurant Partners Florida, LLC. d/b/a University Parkway Applebee’s Grill & Bar, DOAH 23-2685, FCHR 2023-39742

7. Terry L. Doss v. White-Spunner, DOAH 24-0276, FCHR 2023-42882

8. Linda Chase v. Arbor Properties Development, Inc., DOAH 23-4297, FCHR 2024-43552

9. Kiandra Love v. Gregory Lattimer and Pinewood Homeowners Association of Volusia County, Inc., DOAH 23-3490, FCHR 2023-42113

AUTHORITY:  Sections 120.569, 120.57, and 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, March 19, 2024, 10:00 a.m. ET.
PLACE: MS Teams Virtual Meeting:
https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NjVlZmQ5ZjQtNTQxZC00YjQxLTg4NmMtNWZlNWJiZWM1YmQ4%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; code 188 734 772#
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: A panel of three commissioners will discuss the executive limitations.
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 March 14, 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).

STATE OF FLORIDA

COMMISSION ON HUMAN RELATIONS

TO:                 Commissioners Angela Primiano, Larry Hart, Jay Pichard

Parties and Representatives of Parties

FROM:           Casey Snipes, 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 14, 2024, 10:00 a.m., ET

PLACE: This is a virtual meeting being conducted via Microsoft Teams: Click here to join the meeting or via telephone: (850) 270-6017, phone conference I.D.: 276 473 725#.

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, 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. Retrina M. Johnson v. Humana, DOAH 23-1287, FCHR 2023-37216

2. Christian Marin v. The Nemours Children’s Hospital AKA The Nemours Foundation, DOAH 23-1666, FCHR 2023-38313

 3. Paul Pierre v. Marriot Harbor Beach, DOAH 23-3789, FCHR 2023-41036

4. Michelle Marks Legacy v. San Simeon Homeowner’s Association, Inc., DOAH 23-3855, FCHR 2023-42821 

5. Bernard Stevens v. BDE Florida, LLC, DOAH 23-4294, FCHR 2023-42028

 6. Virgil Mceuen v. FKHJ Two, LLC d/b/a Tyndall Pointe Apartments, DOAH 23-3127, FCHR 2023-40050

 7. Sheila Nand v. Key West Sailing Adventures, DOAH 23-2039, FCHR 2022-30270

AUTHORITY:  Sections 120.569, 120.57, and 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. 

STATE OF FLORIDA

COMMISSION ON HUMAN RELATIONS

TO: Commissioners Angela Primiano, Matthew Klein, and Jay Pichard

Parties and Representatives of Parties

FROM: Casey Snipes, 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: Friday, March 8, 2024, 10:00 a.m., ET

PLACE: This is a virtual meeting being conducted via Microsoft Teams: Click  to  join the meeting or via telephone: (850) 270-6017, phone conference I.D.: 432 915 858#.

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, 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. Randall Proctor v. Lock Towns Residential Facilities, Inc.; and Gary Francois, DOAH 23-2989, FCHR 2023-40969    

2. Amanda Foster v. Sun West Recovery, Inc., DOAH 23-2327, FCHR 2023-39244

3.  Patrick McGinley v. Barry University School of Law, DOAH 23-1960, FCHR 2023-38706

4.  Berlinda Demezier v. Turnberry Ocean Colony, DOAH 23-3139, FCHR 2023-39842

5.  Curtis Bessent v. Suncity Produce, DOAH 23-1664, FCHR 2023-38378

6.  Tyrianna Fedison v. Miami Dade Housing Choice Voucher Program, DOAH 23-2973, FCHR 2022-32783

7.  Fernando Martinez v. Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, DOAH 23-1935, FCHR 2023-38999

8.  Fernando Martinez v. Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille, DOAH 23-1932, FCHR 2023-38971

9.  Fernando Martinez v. Yard House Restaurant, DOAH 23-0255, FCHR 2023-36897

10. Raymond Bunch v. University of North Florida, DOAH 22-3692, FCHR 2022-34740

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. 

TO:  Commissioners Angela Primiano, Larry Hart and Keneyetta Moye, Parties and Representatives of Parties

 FROM: Casey Snipes, 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: Tuesday, March 5, 2024, 10:00 a.m., ET

PLACE: This is a virtual meeting being conducted via Microsoft Teams:  Click here to join the meeting  or via telephone: (850) 270-6017, phone conference I.D.: 158 983 839#.

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 23-0451 has 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.      Kezia Gilyard v. Broward County Public Schools, DOAH 22-1988, FCHR 2022-31988

2.      Miguel Bravo v. Eden Isles Condominiums, Inc., et al., DOAH 22-1145, FCHR 2022-31502

3.      Janine Dillard v. Carnival Cruise Line, DOAH 23-3790, FCHR 2023-41006

4.      William Rogers v. Compass Group USA, Inc., DOAH 23-3133, FCHR 2023-40174

5.      James McDonald v. Valencia College, DOAH 23-0451, FCHR 2022-36244

AUTHORITY:  Sections 120.569, 120.57, and 760.01-760.37, 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.

STATE OF FLORIDA

COMMISSION ON HUMAN RELATIONS

TO: Commissioners Angela Primiano, Matthew Klein, and Jay Pichard

Parties and Representatives of Parties

FROM: Casey Snipes, 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, January 25, 2024, 11:00 a.m., ET

PLACE: This is a virtual meeting being conducted via Microsoft Teams: Click Here to Join the Meeting

or via telephone: (850) 270-6017, phone conference I.D.: 334 835 434#.

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, 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. Randall Proctor v. Lock Towns Residential Facilities, Inc.; and Gary Francois, DOAH 23-2989, FCHR 2023-40969

2. Amanda Foster v. Sun West Recovery, Inc., DOAH 23-2327, FCHR 2023-39244

3. Patrick McGinley v. Barry University School of Law, DOAH 23-1960, FCHR 2023-38706

4. Berlinda Demezier v. Turnberry Ocean Colony, DOAH 23-3139, FCHR 2023-39842

5. Curtis Bessent v. Suncity Produce, DOAH 23-1664, FCHR 2023-38378

6. Tyrianna Fedison v. Miami Dade Housing Choice Voucher Program, DOAH 23-2973, FCHR 2022-32783

7. Fernando Martinez v. Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, DOAH 23-1935, FCHR 2023-38999

8. Fernando Martinez v. Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille, DOAH 23-1932, FCHR 2023-38971

9. Fernando Martinez v. Yard House Restaurant, DOAH 23-0255, FCHR 2023-36897

10. Raymond Bunch v. University of North Florida, DOAH 22-3692, FCHR 2022-34740

AUTHORITY: Sections 120.569, 120.57, and 760.01-760.37, 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.

FLORIDA COMMISSION ON HUMAN RELATIONS

COMMISSION MEETING

Thursday, January 18, 2024, at 10:00 a.m.

MS TEAMS

Click Here to Join the Meeting

Call In #: 850-270-6017; Conference Code: 661 042 649#

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. Panel Update (Executive Director Assessment)

V. Reports

a. Chair

b. Executive Director

i. LRPP reports (% investigations completed within statutory deadline, % of

Recommended Orders that agreed with related determination,)

ii. Employment/EEOC report

iii. Housing/HUD report

iv. Legal report

v. Budget report

vi. Communications and Legislative report

vii. HR report

VI. Commissioners’ Comments

VII. Adjournment

STATE OF FLORIDA

COMMISSION ON HUMAN RELATIONS

TO:             Commissioners Angela Primiano, Jay Pichard, and Kenyetta Moye

Parties and Representatives of Parties

FROM:        Casey Snipes, 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, November 16, 2023, 10:00 a.m., ET

PLACE: This is a virtual meeting being conducted via Microsoft Teams: Click here to join the meeting, or via telephone: (850) 270-6017, phone conference I.D.: 479 270 654#.

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, 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. Chad Scharf v. Bitwarden, Inc., DOAH 23-1284, FCHR 2023-37849         

2. Maria Todorova v. Florida Dept. of Environmental Protection, DOAH 23-1665, FCHR 2023-38106

3.      Richard Vitiritti v. Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., DOAH 23-1810, FCHR 2023-38841

4.      Oral Brown v. Desmond Surujbali, DOAH 23-2203, FCHR 2022-32860

5.      Peter and Flavia Cubelo v. Olympia Pointe Community Ass’n, Inc. et al., DOAH 23-2990, FCHR 2023-42079

AUTHORITY:  Sections 120.569, 120.57, and 760.01-760.37, 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

COMMISSION MEETING

Thursday, October 19, 2023

MS TEAMS

Call In #: 850-270-6017; Conference Code: 916 047 039#

 AGENDA ITEM

• Call to order, roll call, determination of a quorum                                                     

• Public comments related to current agenda items                                    

• Consideration of meeting minutes (VOTE)    

• Sunshine Law Training – Pat Gleason

• Executive Director’s Evaluation (VOTE)

• Reports

• • Chair

  • Executive Director

    • LRPP reports (% investigations completed within statutory deadline, % of Recommended Orders that agreed with related determination,)

    • Employment/EEOC report

    • Housing/HUD report

    • Legal report

    • Budget report

    • Communications and Legislative report

    • HR report                                             

• Adjourn

STATE OF FLORIDA

COMMISSION ON HUMAN RELATIONS

TO:  Commissioners Angela Primiano, Darrick McGhee, and Brian Battaglia

TO:  Parties, Representatives of Parties and / or Qualified Representatives of Parties of the below-indicated cases

FROM:  Radhika Puri, FCHR Attorney Supervisor

NOTICE / AGENDA OF COMMISSION DELIBERATION TO TAKE COMMISSION ACTION ON THE BELOW-INDICATED CASES 

     A non-evidentiary deliberation will be held in the below-indicated cases at

10:00 a.m. ET, 9:00 a.m. CT, or as soon thereafter as can be heard on Thursday, September 21, 2023.

     The deliberation will be conducted by means of Microsoft Teams.  Parties (including the named parties in these cases and the public) wishing to attend should call, (850) 270-6017, and when prompted to enter the phone conference I.D. 275 872 218 followed by the # key, at the appointed time. Commissioners participating in this deliberation will not be physically located at the Florida Commission on Human Relations.

     ISSUES:  The above-indicated Commission Panel will vote on the disposition of each of the below-indicated cases.

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

     ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS:  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing special accommodation to participate in this deliberation should contact the Commission’s Clerk no later than (7) days prior to the deliberation at which such special accommodation is required.  The Clerk may be contacted at 4075 Esplanade Way, Room 110, Tallahassee, Florida, 32399, telephone 850-488-7082.

     RECORD:  A record of the deliberation will be needed should any party decide to appeal any decision rendered by the Commission with respect to matters considered at the deliberation.  For such appellate purposes, the party desiring to appeal must ensure that a verbatim record of the deliberation is made, which record must include the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is based.  A court reporter will record the deliberation.

     ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  Should any of the parties require additional information, such information may be obtained by contacting the Clerk of the Commission, Florida Commission on Human Relations, at 4075 Esplanade Way, Room 110, Tallahassee, FL  32399, or clerk@fchr.myflorida.com, or by calling 850-907-6790.

     PROCEEDINGS:  The parties and / or their representatives are not required to attend this deliberation.  In that no requests for oral argument were filed by an eligible party pursuant to Rule 60Y-4.028(3), Florida Administrative Code, oral argument by the parties will not be scheduled.  Continuances will not be granted.

1. Fernando Martinez v. Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar, DOAH 23-1935, FCHR 2023-38999

2. Fernando Martinez v. Perry’s Steakhouse and Grille, DOAH 23-1932, FCHR 2023-38971

3.      Christopher Koehler v. Yana Club, Inc., DOAH 22-2498, FCHR 2022-32067

4. Amina Chaudhry v. New Orleans House Key West, DOAH 23-0516, FCHR 2023-37063

5. Joannery Bueno v. KMO Logistics 2, LLC, DOAH 23-1353, FCHR 2023-37436

6.      Lisset Farfan v. CF Milan, LLC et al, DOAH 23-0233, FCHR 2022-30695

7.      Shandrika Watson v. FT SB Ingram, LLLP, et al, DOAH 23-1289, FCHR 2023-39549

8.      Amina Chaudhry v. Hildenborough Hotels, Ltd., d/b/a Island House Key West, DOAH 23-0138, FCHR 2022-35473

9.      Teryn Gregson v. PGA Tour, DOAH 22-2237, FCHR 2022-32232

Upon conclusion of the voting, the deliberation meeting will be adjourned, and an order will be issued for each case reflecting the vote of the Commission Panel.

STATE OF FLORIDA

COMMISSION ON HUMAN RELATIONS

TO:  Commissioners Angela Primiano, Dawn Hansen, and Brian Battaglia

 TO:  Parties, Representatives of Parties and / or Qualified Representatives of Parties of the below-indicated cases

 FROM:  Radhika Puri, FCHR Attorney Supervisor

NOTICE / AGENDA OF COMMISSION DELIBERATION TO TAKE COMMISSION ACTION ON THE BELOW-INDICATED CASES

     A non-evidentiary deliberation will be held in the below-indicated cases at

10:00 a.m. ET, 9:00 a.m. CT, or as soon thereafter as can be heard on Thursday, June 1, 2023.

     The deliberation will be conducted by means of Microsoft Teams.  Parties (including the named parties in these cases and the public) wishing to attend should call, 850-270-6017, and when prompted to enter the phone conference I.D. 173 552 897 followed by the # key, at the appointed time. Commissioners participating in this deliberation will not be physically located at the Florida Commission on Human Relations.

     ISSUES:  The above-indicated Commission Panel will vote on the disposition of each of the below-indicated cases.

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

     ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS:  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing special accommodation to participate in this deliberation should contact the Commission’s Clerk no later than (7) days prior to the deliberation at which such special accommodation is required.  The Clerk may be contacted at 4075 Esplanade Way, Room 110, Tallahassee, Florida, 32399, telephone 850-488-7082.

     RECORD:  A record of the deliberation will be needed should any party decide to appeal any decision rendered by the Commission with respect to matters considered at the deliberation.  For such appellate purposes, the party desiring to appeal must ensure that a verbatim record of the deliberation is made, which record must include the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is based.  A court reporter will record the deliberation.

     ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  Should any of the parties require additional information, such information may be obtained by contacting the Clerk of the Commission, Florida Commission on Human Relations, at 4075 Esplanade Way, Room 110, Tallahassee, FL  32399, or clerk@fchr.myflorida.com, or by calling 850-907-6808.

     PROCEEDINGS:  The parties and / or their representatives are not required to attend this deliberation.  In that no requests for oral argument were filed by an eligible party pursuant to Rule 60Y-4.028(3), Florida Administrative Code, oral argument by the parties will not be scheduled.  Continuances will not be granted.

1.      April Dukes v. Jose Marti, LLC et al, DOAH 23-0009, FCHR 23-38715

2.      Ronald Guinn v. Florida Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services, DOAH 22-3434, FCHR 22-33999

3.      Maria Thornhill v. GRG Management, LLC, DOAH 22-3323, FCHR 22-31234

4.      Candy Stallworth v. Oneblood, Inc., DOAH 22-3446, FCHR 22-33417

5.      Darrell Burrell v. Florida Institute of Technology, DOAH 22-3665, FCHR 22-33379

Upon conclusion of the voting, the deliberation meeting will be adjourned and an order will issue for each case reflecting the vote of the Commission Panel.