The Department of Business and Professional Regulation announces a public meeting, under the Government in the Sunshine Law, chapter 286, Florida Statutes, of the Homeowners’ Association Task Force.

DATES AND TIMES: 
September 24, 2003, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

PLACE: 
Division of Professions' Conference Room, Northwood Centre, 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399

PURPOSE: 
The Homeowners’ Association Task Force, a cross-section of representatives involved with homeowners’ associations, was created at the Governor’s request to harmonize and improve relations between homeowners, homeowners’ associations and other related entities. The members will provide input and make recommendations for legislative change consistent with his vision for government and regulation. Monthly meetings through January are anticipated with locations and dates to be determined.

Attendance may be in person or by telephone by calling 850.921.5230 or Suncom 291.5230. Persons attending by telephone will be charged 6.9 cents per minute in addition to any personal long distance carrier charges. Persons seeking to speak at the meeting must notify the task force 2 days in advance of the meeting. For copies of the agenda and specific issues to be addressed, to register to speak, or for any other information, contact the Department of Business and Professional Regulation at 1940 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2202 in writing or call Marlita Peters at 850.414.9223 or Suncom 850.214.9223. Any person requiring special accommodations due to disability or physical impairment should contact the agency at least two business days prior to the meeting in order to request any special assistance by calling 850.414.9223 or TDD 800.955.8770.