Public Notices

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 7.1 (Eligibility for Admission) at its regularly scheduled Board meeting on 04/18/23 at the SF Andrews Cultural Center, 201 E Call Street, Starke, FL 32091. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: To amend rule to clarify which courses and test scores can be accepted for admission purposes. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64(8). LAW IMPLEMENTED: FS 1007.263. Notice of rule development was published in the Alachua County Today on 12/08/22. To request a public hearing, contact P. Locascio at 352.395.5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu within 21 days of the date of publication of this notice. (Published: Alachua County Today – March 9, 2023)  Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will hold a workshop on 03/07/23, at 9 a.m., at the Kirkpatrick Center, 3737 NE 39th Avenue, room 229/230, Gainesville, FL 32609. Agenda includes but is not limited to budget, grants, contracts, and other College business. 

For information or assistance on how to remotely attend the meeting, or to arrange to provide public comments at the meeting, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meeting per College Rule 1.4. 

Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agendas available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352- 395-4400.  Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 7.23 at its regularly scheduled Board meeting on 02/21/23 at the Blount Hall, 530 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Update Student Conduct Code including definition of plagiarism and clarifying issues re: conduct suspension and Rule 2.8. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1006.60, 1001.64(4)(8). LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1004.097(3)(g), 1006.60, 1006.61, 1006.62, 1006.63, 790.115. Notice of rule development was published in the Alachua County Today on 11/10/22. To request a public hearing, contact P. Locascio at 352.395.5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu within 21 days of the date of publication; a copy of the proposed amendment is available upon request. Read more

NOTICE OF RULE DEVELOPMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 7.1 (Eligibility for Admission). PURPOSE AND EFFECT: To amend rule to clarify which courses and test scores can be accepted for admission purposes. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64(8). LAW IMPLEMENTED: FS 1007.263. CONTACT: P. LOCASCIO. 352.395.5170. Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will meet on 01/17/23, at 4:00 p.m., at the SF Northwest Campus, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. S-332, Gainesville, FL 32606. Agenda includes but is not limited to budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules. For information or assistance on how to remotely attend, for alternative arrangements, or to arrange to provide public comments at the meeting, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meeting. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352-395-4400. Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will meet on 11/15/22, at 4 p.m., at the SF Northwest Campus, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. R-01, Gainesville, FL 32606. Agenda includes but is not limited to budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules.

For information or assistance on how to remotely attend the meeting, for alternative arrangements, or to arrange to provide public comments at the meeting, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meeting per College Rule 1.4.

Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352-395-4400. Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will meet on 10/18/22, at 4:00 p.m., at the SF Andrews Cultural Center, 201 E Call St, Starke, FL 32091. Agenda includes but is not limited to budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules.

For information or assistance on how to remotely attend the meeting, for alternative arrangements, or to arrange to provide public comments at the meeting, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meeting per College Rule 1.4.

Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352-395-4400. Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will meet on 7/19/22, at 4 p.m., at the Watson Center, 4150 State Road 21, Keystone Heights, FL 32656. Agenda includes but is not limited to budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules. 

For information or assistance on how to remotely attend the meeting, for alternative arrangements, or to arrange to provide public comments at the meeting, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meeting per College Rule 1.4. 

Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352-395-4400. Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will meet 6/21/22, 4:00 p.m., on the SF Northwest Campus, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. R-01, Gainesville, FL 32606. Agenda includes but is not limited to budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or 352-395-5169 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352-395-4400. Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will meet 4/19/22, 4:00 p.m., SF Andrews Cultural Center, 201 E Call St, Starke, FL 32091. Agenda includes but is not limited to budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to protect the health and safety of the public, members of the public will attend the meeting remotely. For information or assistance on how to remotely attend the meeting, for alternative arrangements, or to arrange to provide public comments at the meeting, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meeting per College Rule 1.4. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352-395-4400.  Read more

Certain members of the District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will meet 2/10/22, 8:30 a.m., 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. F, Gainesville, FL 32606 to board bus to Tallahassee for full day of visits with legislators and various tours. Discussion may include but is not limited to State and legislative issues and the needs of the College. No Board actions are expected to be taken, nor decisions made that will impact the College. Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will meet 2/24/22, at 11 a.m., via conference call. Agenda includes but is not limited to the College’s League for Innovation membership. For information or assistance on how to remotely attend, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352-395-4400. Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 6.14 at its regularly scheduled Board meeting on 2/15/22 at SF’s Blount Hall, 530 W University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601 (if not available, meeting will be held at SF’s Blount Center, 401 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32601). Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to protect the health and safety of the public, members of the public will attend the meeting remotely. For information or assistance on how to remotely attend, for alternative arrangements, or to arrange to provide public comments at the meeting, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meeting per College Rule 1.4. TITLE/SUBJECT: Facilities Construction Contracts. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Streamline language; update to improve efficiency and reflect current practices and laws. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64(34), Chapter 1013. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1013.23, 1013.37, 1013.45, 1013.46, 1013.47, 1013.48; FAC 6A-2.0010; State Requirements for Educational Facilities (SREF). Notice of rule development was published in Alachua County Today on 11/25/21. To obtain a copy of the proposed amendments or request a public hearing, contact P. Locascio at 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu within 21 days of publication of this notice. Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 3.2 at its regularly scheduled Board meeting on 1/18/22 on the SF Northwest Campus, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. R-001, Gainesville, FL 32606. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to protect the health and safety of the public, members of the public will attend the meeting remotely. For information or assistance on how to remotely attend, for alternative arrangements, or to arrange to provide public comments at the meeting, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meeting per College Rule 1.4. TITLE/SUBJECT: Qualifications for Instructional Personnel. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Comport with updates to accrediting body guidelines and recommendations. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.02(6). LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1001.02(6), 1001.64. Notice of rule development was published in The Record on 1/30/20. To obtain a copy of the proposed amendments or request a public hearing, contact P. Locascio at 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu within 21 days of publication of this notice. Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College gives notice of its intent to create Rules 2.5, 3.5, and 3.17 at its regularly scheduled Board meeting on 1/18/22 on the SF Northwest Campus, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. R-001, Gainesville, FL 32606. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to protect the health and safety of the public, members of the public will attend the meeting remotely. For information or assistance on how to remotely attend, for alternative arrangements, or to arrange to provide public comments at the meeting, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meeting per College Rule 1.4.

Rule 2.5. TITLE/SUBJECT: Regional Accreditation and Substantive Changes. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: To establish the College’s requirement to remain in compliance with its regional accrediting body with a particular focus on substantive changes. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64, 1011.82. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1001.64, 1011.82, 1001.02. Notice of rule development was published in Alachua County Today on 10/28/21.

Rule 3.5. TITLE/SUBJECT: Criteria for Selection, Probation, and Evaluation of Career Service Positions. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: To state directives for selection, probation, and evaluation of career service positions. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64(4)(18), 1012.855. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1001.64(4)(18), 1012.855. Notice of rule development was published in Alachua County Today on 11/4/21.

Rule 3.17. TITLE/SUBJECT: Conflict of Interest and Code of Ethics. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: To ensure compliance with Florida’s Code of Ethics for Public Officers and establish institutional commitment to ethical standards. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 112.311 – 112.3261. Notice of rule development was published in Alachua County Today on 10/28/21.

To obtain a copy of the proposed amendments or request a public hearing, contact P. Locascio at 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu within 21 days of publication of this notice. Read more

NOTICE OF RULE DEVELOPMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida gives notice of its intent to create Rule 3.5. TITLE/SUBJECT: Criteria for Selection, Probation, and Evaluation of Career Service Positions. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: To state directives for selection, probation, and evaluation of career service positions. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64(4)(18), 1012.855. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1001.64(4)(18), 1012.855. For questions or copies of preliminary drafts, if available, contact: P. Locascio, 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu.  Read more

NOTICE OF RULE DEVELOPMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida gives notice of its intent to create Rule 2.5. TITLE/SUBJECT: Regional Accreditation and Substantive Changes. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: To establish the College’s requirement to remain in compliance with its regional accrediting body with a particular focus on substantive changes. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64, 1011.82. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1001.64, 1011.82, 1001.02. For questions or copies of preliminary drafts, if available, contact: P. Locascio, 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu.  Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 4.2 at its regularly scheduled Board meeting on 11/16/21 at the SF Perry Center 14180 NW 119th Terrace, Alachua, FL 32615. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to protect the health and safety of the public, members of the public will attend the meeting remotely. For information or assistance on how to remotely attend, for alternative arrangements, or to arrange to provide public comments at the meeting, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meeting per College Rule 1.4. TITLE/SUBJECT: Grading System. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: To enable students to apply to exclude a portion of their academic record prior to a specified date from their cumulative grade point calculations at SF. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1001.64(4)(8), 1004.68; 6A-14.0261(4), 6A-14.0301, FAC. Notice of rule development was published in Alachua County Today on 10/7/21. To obtain a copy of the proposed amendments or request a public hearing, contact P. Locascio at 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu within 21 days of publication of this notice. Read more

NOTICE OF RULE DEVELOPMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 4.2. TITLE/SUBJECT: Grading System. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: To enable students to apply to exclude a portion of their academic record prior to a specified date from their cumulative grade point calculations at SF. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1001.64(4)(8), 1004.68; 6A-14.0261(4), 6A-14.0301, FAC. For questions or copies of preliminary drafts, if available, contact: P. Locascio, 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu.  Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will meet on 10/19/21, at 4:00 p.m., at the SF Andrews Cultural Center, 201 E Call St, Starke, FL 32091. Agenda includes but is not limited to budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to protect the health and safety of the public, members of the public will attend the meeting remotely. For information or assistance on how to remotely attend, for alternative arrangements, or to arrange to provide public comments at the meeting, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meeting per College Rule 1.4. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352-395-4400.  Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 6.2 at its regularly scheduled Board meeting on 10/19/21 at the SF Andrews Cultural Center, 201 E Call St, Starke, FL 32091. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to protect the health and safety of the public, members of the public will attend the meeting remotely. For information or assistance on how to remotely attend, for alternative arrangements, or to arrange to provide public comments at the meeting, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meeting per College Rule 1.4. TITLE/SUBJECT: Facilities Services: Maintenance and Sanitation. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: To clarify responsibility for maintenance and sanitation of College facilities; remove outdated and duplicative guidance. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64(5), (34). LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1013.11, 1013.12, 1013.37, 1013.371, 1013.38; 6A-2.0010, FAC; State Requirements for Educational Facilities (SREF). Notice of rule development was published in The Record on 6/10/21. To obtain a copy of the proposed amendments or request a public hearing, contact P. Locascio at 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu within 21 days of publication of this notice.  Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 7.1 at its regularly scheduled Board meeting on 7/20/21 at SF Kirkpatrick Center, 3737 NE 39th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32609. TITLE/SUBJECT: Eligibility for Admission. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: To amend disclosure requirements concerning criminal history and misconduct; update eligibility requirements.  RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64(8). LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1007.263. Notice of rule development was published in The Record on 5/6/21. To obtain a copy of the proposed amendments or request a public hearing, contact P. Locascio at 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu within 21 days of publication of this notice.  Read more

NOTICE OF RULE DEVELOPMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 6.2. TITLE/SUBJECT: Facilities Services: Maintenance and Sanitation. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: To clarify responsibility for maintenance and sanitation of College facilities; remove outdated and duplicative guidance. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64(5), (34). LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1013.11, 1013.12, 1013.37, 1013.371, 1013.38; 6A-2.0010, FAC; State Requirements for Educational Facilities (SREF). For questions or copies of preliminary drafts, if available, contact: P. Locascio, 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu.  Read more

NOTICE: Proposed changes to the User Fees and Fines Schedule for 2021-2022 to be presented to the District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, on June 15, 2021, at 4 p.m. Trustees will be on SF’s Northwest Campus at 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, Florida 32606 for the meeting, while others may attend the meeting via Zoom. For further information about meeting arrangements, contact general.counsel@sfcollege.edu.

Florida law allows the District Board of Trustees to assess user fees and fines. The fees shall not exceed the cost of the services provided and shall be charged only to persons receiving the services. At Santa Fe College, user fees and fines are assessed to students or community members who engage in the services that, because of their nature, require special funding not provided by regular tuition.

The proposed 2021-2022 User Fees and Fines Schedule can be found at the following link: https://www.sfcollege.edu/finance/student/user-fees-fines/

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The schedule specifically outlines the details of all existing fees that are proposed to be changed.  All proposed increases are based on an increase in the cost of providing the services. The fees and fines proposed are for unusual costs and the funds received by the College will be used to cover the cost of the services being provided.

Credit hour and non-credit clock hour tuition and fee rates will remain the same and can be found at the following link: https://www.sfcollege.edu/finance/student/tuition-dates-schedules/

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NOTICE OF RULE REPEAL: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida gives notice of its intent to repeal Rules 6.3 and 6.11 at its regularly scheduled Board meeting on 6/15/21. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to protect the health and safety of the public, members of the public will attend remotely. For information or assistance on how to remotely attend the meeting, for alternative arrangements, or to arrange to provide public comments at the meeting, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meeting per College Rule 1.4. TITLE/SUBJECT: Facilities Services Financing and Control (6.3) / Building Program – Uniform Building Code Compliance (6.11). PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Both rules are outdated and duplicative. SF maintains operational financing and control through its rules under Chapter 5: Administration and Finance (6.3) / The College must maintain strict accordance with applicable building codes, laws, and regulations (6.11). RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64 (6.3) / FS 553.73, 633.0215, 1001.64(34) (6.11). LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1013.40 (6.3) / FS 1013.37, 1013.38, 1013.371; FAC 6A-2.0010 (6.11). To request a public hearing, contact P. Locascio at 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu within 21 days of publication of this notice.  Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will hold a workshop on 5/18/21, at 2 p.m., 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. L-048, Gainesville, FL 32606. Agenda includes but is not limited to state initiatives and College business. Following the workshop (4 p.m.), the Board will have the regularly scheduled Board meeting at 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. R-001, Gainesville, FL 32606. Agenda includes but is not limited to budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to protect the health and safety of the public, members of the public will attend both the workshop and regular Board meeting remotely. For information or assistance on how to remotely attend the meetings, for alternative arrangements, or to arrange to provide public comments at the meetings, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meetings per College Rule 1.4. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agendas available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352-395-4400.  Read more

NOTICE OF RULE DEVELOPMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 7.23. TITLE/SUBJECT: Student Conduct Code. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Update notice requirements in cases of misconduct; clarify sanctions related to testing and removal from courses; update section on hazing; update sections related to discrimination, harassment, and sexual harassment. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1006.60, 1001.64(4)(8). LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1006.61, 1006.62, 1006.63, 790.115. For questions or copies of preliminary drafts, if available, contact: P. Locascio, 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu.  Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will hold a workshop on 4/20/21, at 2 p.m., 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. L-048, Gainesville, FL 32606. Agenda includes but is not limited to state initiatives and College business. Following the workshop (4 p.m.), the Board will have the regularly scheduled Board meeting at 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. R-001, Gainesville, FL 32606. Agenda includes but is not limited to budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to protect the health and safety of the public, members of the public will attend both the workshop and regular Board meeting remotely. For information or assistance on how to remotely attend the meetings, for alternative arrangements, or to arrange to provide public comments at the meetings, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meetings per College Rule 1.4. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agendas available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352-395-4400.  Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will hold a workshop on 1/19/21, at 4:45 p.m., 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. R-001, Gainesville, FL 32606. Agenda includes but is not limited to state initiatives and College business. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to protect the health and safety of the public, members of the public will attend the meeting remotely. For information or assistance on how to remotely attend, for alternative arrangements, or to arrange to provide public comments at the meeting, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meeting per College Rule 1.4. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352-395-4400.  Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will meet on 1/19/21, at 4:00 p.m., on the SF Northwest Campus, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. R-001, Gainesville, FL 32606. Agenda includes but is not limited to budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to protect the health and safety of the public, members of the public will attend the meeting remotely. For information or assistance on how to remotely attend, for alternative arrangements, or to arrange to provide public comments at the meeting, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meeting per College Rule 1.4. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352-395-4400.  Read more

Certain members of the District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will meet 12/9/20, 2:30 pm, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. F-258, Gainesville, FL 32606. Agenda includes but is not limited to collaboration between the College and Bradford County schools. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu or 352-395-5170. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352.395.4400.  Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 7.13 at its regularly scheduled Board meeting on 11/17/20. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to protect the health and safety of the public, members of the public will attend remotely. For information or assistance on how to remotely attend the meeting, for alternative arrangements, or to arrange to provide public comments at the meeting, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meeting per College Rule 1.4. TITLE/SUBJECT: Waiver of Fees. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Update overall rule and clarify credit hour waiver allowances. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1009.26; 6A-14.054, FAC. Notice of rule development was published in The Record on 7/2/20. To obtain a copy of the proposed amendments or request a public hearing, contact P. Locascio at 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu within 21 days of publication of this notice.  Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will meet on 9/15/20 at 4 p.m.  Agenda includes but is not limited to budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and suspension of large gatherings, remote meeting arrangements are being made as of the time of the publication of this notice. For information on how to remotely attend the meeting or to arrange to provide public comments at the meeting, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meeting per College Rule 1.4. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352-395-4400.  Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will meet on 7/21/20 at 4 p.m.  Agenda includes but is not limited to budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and suspension of large gatherings, remote meeting arrangements are being made as of the time of the publication of this notice. For information on how to remotely attend the meeting or to arrange to provide public comments at the meeting, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meeting per College Rule 1.4. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352-395-4400.  Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will hold a workshop 6/16/20, at 2:00 p.m. The agenda may include but is not limited to state initiatives, budget, and College business. The Board will also hold the regularly scheduled Board meeting at 4 p.m. on 6/16/20; agenda includes but is not limited to budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and suspension of large gatherings, remote meeting arrangements are being made as of the time of the publication of this notice. For information on how to remotely attend the meeting or to arrange to provide public comments at the meeting, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meeting per College Rule 1.4. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352-395-4400.  Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 6.4 at its regularly scheduled Board meeting on 6/16/20 on the SF Northwest Campus, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. S-332, Gainesville, FL 32606. TITLE/SUBJECT: Use of College Facilities. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Clarify facilities use purposes and processes. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1001.64(5), 1001.65(6), 1004.097, 877.13. Notice of rule development was published in The Record on 4/9/20. To obtain a copy of the proposed amendments or request a public hearing, contact P. Locascio at 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu within 21 days of publication of this notice.  Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will hold a workshop 5/19/20, at 2 p.m. The agenda may include but is not limited to state initiatives, budget, and College business. The Board will also hold the regularly scheduled Board meeting at 4 p.m. on 5/19/20; agenda includes but is not limited to budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and suspension of large gatherings, remote meeting arrangements are being made as of the time of the publication of this notice. For information on how to remotely attend the meeting or to arrange to provide public comments at the meeting, please contact 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu at least 15 minutes in advance of the meeting per College Rule 1.4. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352-395-4400.  Read more

NOTICE OF RULE DEVELOPMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 3.2. TITLE/SUBJECT: Qualifications for Instructional Personnel. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Comport with updates to accrediting body guidelines and recommendations. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.02(6). LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1001.02(6), 1001.64. For questions or copies of preliminary drafts, if available, contact: P. Locascio, 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu.  Read more

NOTICE OF RULE DEVELOPMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to create Rule 2.16. TITLE/SUBJECT: Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse, Abandonment, and Neglect. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Comport with best practices and legal reporting requirements. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 39.01; FS 39.205; FS 39.201; FAC 6A-14.099. For questions or copies of preliminary drafts, if available, contact: P. Locascio, 352-395-5170 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu.  Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida will hold a workshop on October 15, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. on the SF Northwest Campus, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. S-329, Gainesville, FL 32606.  The agenda may include, but is not limited to, state initiatives and college business.

Following the workshop, at 4:00 p.m., the Board will have the regularly scheduled board meeting in Bldg. S-332.  The agenda may include, but is not limited to, budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules. 

Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105.  The agenda is available from the SF President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu or 352-395-5170. 

For disability accommodations or TTY, please call 352-395-4400. Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will host a dinner for a presidential candidate on September 23, 2019, at the SF Perry Center, 14180 NW 119th Terrace, Alachua, FL 32615 beginning at 6:30 p.m.  The agenda may include, but is not limited to, general matters relating to the presidential selection process and the College.

The Board will conduct an interview with a presidential candidate on September 24, 2019, on the SF Northwest Campus, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. S-332, Gainesville, FL 32606 beginning at 9:30 a.m.

Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105.  The agenda is available from the SF General Counsel’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu or 352-395-5170.

For disability accommodations or TTY, please call 352-395-4400. Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida will hold a workshop on September 17, 2019, at 2:30 p.m. at the SF Perry Center, 14180 NW 119th Terrace, Alachua, FL 32615.  The agenda may include, but is not limited to, state initiatives and college business.

Following the workshop, at 4:00 p.m., the Board will have the regularly scheduled board meeting at the SF Perry Center.  The agenda may include, but is not limited to, budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules. 

Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105.  The agenda is available from the SF President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu or 352-395-5170. 

For disability accommodations or TTY, please call 352-395-4400. Read more

Santa Fe College’s Presidential Search Committee will meet on August 16, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. on the SF Northwest Campus, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. P-260, Gainesville, FL 32606.  The agenda may include, but is not limited to, any matters relating to the Presidential Selection process.  Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105.  The agenda is available from the SF General Counsel’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu or 352-395-5170.  For disability accommodations or TTY, please call 352-395-4400. Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida will meet on July 16, 2019, at 4:00 pm at the SF Davis Center, 17500 SW Archer Rd, Archer, FL 32618.  The agenda may include, but is not limited to, budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules.  Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105.  The agenda is available from the SF President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu or 352-395-5170.  For disability accommodations or TTY, please call 352-395-4400. Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida will hold a workshop on June 18, 2019, at 2 p.m. on the SF Northwest Campus, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. S-329, Gainesville, FL 32606.  The agenda may include, but is not limited to, state initiatives and college business. 

Following the workshop, at 4:00 p.m., the Board will have the regularly scheduled board meeting on the SF Northwest Campus, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. S-332, Gainesville, FL 32606.  The agenda may include, but is not limited to, budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules.  Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105.  The agenda is available from the SF President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu or 352-395-5170.  For disability accommodations or TTY, please call 352-395-4400. Read more

NOTICE OF RULE DEVELOPMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 2.3. TITLE/SUBJECT: Direct Support Organization Use of College Resources. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Define conditions with which College’s direct support organization must comply to use College property, facilities, and personal services. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1004.70. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1004.70. For questions or copies of preliminary drafts, if available, contact: P. Locascio, 352-395-5170. Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 7.10 at its regularly scheduled board meeting on 6/18/19 at SF Bldg. S-332, 3000 NW 83^rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606. TITLE/SUBJECT: Recruitment of Students. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Define appropriate recruitment tactics. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1001.64(8). Notice of rule development was published in The Record on 4/18/19. To obtain a copy of the proposed amendments or request a public hearing, contact P. Locascio at 352-395-5170 within 21 days of publication of this notice. Read more

NOTICE OF RULE DEVELOPMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 7.11. TITLE/SUBJECT: Student Fees and Refunds. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Modifications to comply with law and update fee/refund amounts. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1009.22, 1009.23, 1009.28, 1009.285, 6A-14.054, 6A-14.0541, FAC. For questions or copies of preliminary drafts, if available, contact: P. Locascio, 352-395-5170. Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida will meet on May 21, 2019, at 4:00 pm on the SF Northwest Campus, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. S-329, Gainesville, FL 32606.  The agenda may include, but is not limited to, budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules.  Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105.  The agenda is available from the SF President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu or 352-395-5170.  For disability accommodations or TTY, please call 352-395-4400. Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida will meet on April 16, 2019, at 4:00 pm at the SF Watson Center, 4150 SR 21, Keystone Heights, FL 32656.  The agenda may include, but is not limited to, budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules.  Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105.  The agenda is available from the SF President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu or 352-395-5170.  For disability accommodations or TTY, please call 352-395-4400. Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida will hold a workshop on March 18, 2019, at 12:00 p.m. at the Town of Tioga Clubhouse, 205 SW 131st Street, Newberry, FL 32669.  The agenda may include, but is not limited to, College business and state initiatives.

The agenda is available from the SF President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606 or general.counsel@sfcollege.edu or 352-395-5170.  Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. 

For disability accommodations or TTY, please call 352-395-4400. Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida will hold a workshop on February 19, 2019, at 2:30 p.m. on the SF Northwest Campus, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. HA-132, Gainesville, FL 32606.  The agenda may include, but is not limited to, college business and state initiatives.

Following the workshop (4 p.m.), the Board will hold the regularly scheduled meeting on the SF Northwest Campus, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Bldg. WA-104, Gainesville, FL 32606.  The agenda may include, but is not limited to, budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules.

The agenda is available from the SF President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606.  Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105.

For disability accommodations or TTY, please call 352-395-4400. Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida will meet on November 13, 2018, at 4:00 pm at the SF Andrews Cultural Center, 201 East Call Street, Starke, FL 32091.  The agenda may include, but is not limited to, budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules.  Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105.  The agenda is available from the SF President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606.  For disability accommodations or TTY, please call 352-395-4400. Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 3.3 at its regularly scheduled board meeting on 11/13/18 at the SF Andrews Cultural Center, 201 E Call Street, Starke, FL 32091. TITLE/SUBJECT: Criteria for Selection and Evaluation of Full-Time Faculty, Administrative, and Professional Positions. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Update rule to comport with best practices. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64(4)(18), 1001.65(3), 1012.855. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1001.64(4)(18), 1001.65(3), 1012.855. Notice of rule development was published in The Record on 9/20/18. To obtain a copy of the proposed amendments or request a public hearing, contact P. Locascio at 352-395-5170 within 21 days of publication of this notice. Read more

NOTICE OF RULE DEVELOPMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 3.3. TITLE/SUBJECT: Criteria for Selection and Evaluation of Full-Time Faculty, Administrative, and Professional Positions. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Update rule to comport with best practices. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64(4)(6)(18), 1001.65(3), 1012.855. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1001.64(4)(6)(18), 1001.65(3), 1012.855. For questions or copies of preliminary drafts, if available, contact: P. Locascio, 352-395-5170. Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida will meet on September 18, 2018, at 4:00 pm on the SF College Northwest Campus, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606, Building S, Room 329.  The agenda may include, but is not limited to, budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules.  Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105.  The agenda is available from the SF President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606.  For disability accommodations or TTY, please call 352-395-4400. Read more

NOTICE OF RULE DEVELOPMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 5.11. TITLE/SUBJECT: Reproduction and Destruction of Records. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Update cost information and storage methods. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 119.07, 119.011(5), 119.021, 257.36. For questions or copies of preliminary drafts, if available, contact: P. Locascio, 352-395-5170. Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida will hold a workshop on June 19, 2018, at 2:30 p.m. on the SF College Northwest Campus, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Building S, Room 329, Gainesville, FL 32606.  The agenda may include, but is not limited to, state initiatives and college business.  Following the workshop (4 p.m.), the Board will have the regularly scheduled board meeting in Building S, Room 332.  The agenda may include, but is not limited to, budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules.  Anyone appealing a decision by the Board will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105.  The meeting agenda is available from the SF President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606.  For disability accommodations or TTY, please call 352-395-4400. Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend the following rules at its regularly scheduled board meeting on 6/19/18 at SF College, 3000 NW 83rd St, Bldg S-332, Gainesville, FL 32606: Rule 3.9 TITLE/SUBJECT: Employment Contracts. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Update rule to comport with current law. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.02(6), 1012.83. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: 1001.64(18); 6A-14.041, 6A-14.0411, FAC. Notice of rule development was published in The Record on 11/2/17. Rule 7.11 TITLE/SUBJECT: Student Fees and Refunds. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Modifications to comply with law and update fee/refund amounts. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1009.22, 1009.23, 1009.28, 1009.285, 6A-14.054, 6A-14.0541, FAC. Notice of rule development was published in The Record on 3/22/18. To obtain a copy of the proposed amendments or request a public hearing, contact P. Locascio at 352-395-5170 within 21 days of publication of this notice. Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 6.8 at its regularly scheduled board meeting on 5/15/18 at 3000 NW 83rd Street, Fine Arts Hall, Gainesville, FL 32606. TITLE/SUBJECT: Motor Vehicle Traffic and Parking Control. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Revise financial processes and address expansion of facilities. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 715.07, 1001.64. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1001.64(24). Notice of rule development was published in The Record on 11/2/17. To obtain a copy of the proposed amendments or request a public hearing, contact P. Locascio at 352-395-5170 within 21 days of publication of this notice. Read more

NOTICE OF RULE DEVELOPMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 7.11. TITLE/SUBJECT: Student Fees and Refunds. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Modifications to comply with law and update fee/refund amounts. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1009.22, 1009.23, 1009.28, 1009.285, 6A-14.054, 6A-14.0541, FAC. For questions or copies of preliminary drafts, if available, contact: P. Locascio, 352-395-5170. Read more

District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College meets 2/20/18, 4 pm, SF Kirkpatrick Center, 3737 NE 39th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32609. Agenda includes but is not limited to budget, business affairs, construction, contracts, grants, personnel, and rules. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352-395-4400. Read more

NOTICE OF RULE DEVELOPMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend the following rules: Rule 2.3 TITLE/SUBJECT: Office for Development. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Update titles, definitions, etc. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1001.64; 6A-14.0261 FAC. Rule 3.9 TITLE/SUBJECT: Employment Contracts. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Update rule to comport with current law. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.02(6), 1012.83. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: 1001.64(18); 6A-14.041, 6A-14.0411, FAC. Rule 4.2 TITLE/SUBJECT: Grading System. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Expand grading options. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1001.64(4); 6A-14.0261(4), 6A-14.0301, FAC. Rule 6.8 TITLE/SUBJECT: Motor Vehicle Traffic and Parking Control. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Revise financial processes and address expansion of facilities. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 715.07, 1001.64. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1001.64(24). For questions or copies of preliminary drafts, if available, contact: P. Locascio, 352-395-5170.Read more

District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will hold workshop 10/17/17, 12:00 p.m., SF Perry Center, 14180 NW 119th Terrace, Alachua, FL. Agenda includes but is not limited to state initiatives and college business. Following workshop (4 p.m.), the Board will have the regularly scheduled meeting at the Perry Center. Agenda includes but is not limited to personnel, business affairs, budget, grants, construction, contracts, and rules. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agendas available: President's Office, 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352.395.4400Read more

NOTICE OF RULE DEVELOPMENT:  The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 7.6 (International Student Admissions). PURPOSE AND EFFECT:  Update terms and processes. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY:  FS 1001.64(8).  LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1007.263, 1009.21; 6A-10.044; 8 USC 1101.  CONTACT:  P. Locascio, 352-395-5170.Read more

District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College meets 7/18/17, 4 pm, SF Watson Center, 4150 SR 21, Keystone Heights, FL, 32656. Agenda includes but is not limited to personnel, business affairs, budget, grants, construction, contracts, and rules. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agendas available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352.395.4400.Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT:  The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 7.11 (Student Fees and Refunds) at its regularly scheduled board meeting on 6/20/17 at SF Bldg. S-332, 3000 NW 83^rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606. PURPOSE AND EFFECT:  Update tuition and fees. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY:  FS1001.64.  LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1009.22, 1009.23, 1009.28, 1009.285, 6A-14.054, 6A-14.0541, FAC.  Notice of rule development was published in The Record on 5/4/17. To obtain a copy of the proposed amendments or request a public hearing, contact P. Locascio at 352-395-5170 within 21 days of publication of this notice.Read more

District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College meets 5/16/17, 4 pm, SF College, 3000 NW 83 St, Bldg S-332, Gainesville, FL. Agenda includes but is not limited to personnel, business affairs, budget, grants, construction, contracts, and rules. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agendas available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352-395-4400.Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 2.12 (Prohibition Against Fraudulent or Other Dishonest Acts) at its regularly scheduled board meeting on 5/16/17 at SF Bldg. S-332, 3000 NW 83rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: To assure compliance with governing law and clarify processes. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64, Chapter 112, Part III. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1001.64, 112.3187-112.31895. Notice of rule development was published in The Record on 11/23/11. To obtain a copy of the proposed amendments or request a public hearing, contact P. Locascio at 352-395-5170 within 21 days of publication of this notice.Read more

District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College meets 4/18/17, 4 pm, Andrews Center, 209 W Call St, Starke, FL. Agenda includes but is not limited to personnel, business affairs, budget, grants, construction, contracts, and rules. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Following the meeting (5 pm), the board will hold a workshop. Agenda includes but is not limited to state initiatives and college business. Agendas available: President’s Office, 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352.395.4400.Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT:  The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 2.8 (Prohibition Against Discrimination and Harassment) at its regularly scheduled board meeting on 4/18/17 at SF Andrews Center, 209 W Call St, Starke, FL 32091. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: To assure compliance with governing law and clarify processes. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: The FL Civil Rights Act of 1992, FS Ch. 760; Title IX of the Educational Amendment Act of 1972, as amended; Titles IV, VI, and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; The VAWA Reauth. Act of 2013; Sec. 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended; The ADA Amendments Act of 2008; Age Discrimination in Employment Act 196; Age Discrimination Act of 1975; Title II of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008; Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act, 38 USC 4301-4335; FS Ch. 295; FS 110.105, 112.04, 1000.05, 1006.53; Rules 6A-19 and 55A-7, FAC. Notice of rule development was published in The Record on 9/22/16. To obtain a copy of the proposed amendments or request a public hearing, contact P. Locascio at 352-395-5170 within 21 days of publication of this notice.

UPDATED 4/7/17: Rule 2.8 will no longer be presented at The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida regularly scheduled meeting on 4/18/17.Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College meets 1/17/17, 4 pm, Santa Fe College, 3000 NW 83^rd St, Bldg F-258, Gainesville, FL. Agenda includes but is not limited to personnel, business affairs, budget, grants, construction, contracts, and rules. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available President’s Office, 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352.395.4400.Read more

District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College meets 11/15/16, 4 pm, SF Andrews Center, 209 W Call St, Starke, FL. Agenda includes but is not limited to personnel, business affairs, budget, grants, construction, contracts, and rules. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available President’s Office, 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606. For disability accommodations or TTY call 352.395.4400.Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, will hold workshop 10/24/16, 10AM, SF Perry Center, 14180 NW 119th Terrace, Alachua, FL. Agenda includes but is not limited to state initiatives and college business. Agenda available President’s Office, 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606. For disability accommodations or TDD call 352.395.4400.Read more

Santa Fe College Board of Trustees meets 10/18/16, 4 pm, SF Perry Center, US 441 and 199 Terr, Alachua, FL. Agenda includes but is not limited to personnel, business affairs, budget, grants, construction, contracts, and rules. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available President’s Office, 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606. For disability accommodations call 352-395-4400 or TDD 352-395-4400.Read more

NOTICE OF RULE DEVELOPMENT:  The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 4.3 (Degree and Certificate Requirements:  Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science, Baccalaureate, Technical Certificate, Applied Technology Diploma, and Vocational Certificate) and Rule 7.28 (Student Financial Obligations). PURPOSE AND EFFECT: modify requirements regarding student financial obligations for degrees and certificates. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.64(4), (7), (8) for Rule 4.3 and FS 1001.64 for Rule 7.28. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS1004.68, 1007.25; FAC 6A-14.030, 6A-10.024, 6A-10.0316, for Rule 4.3 and FS 1001.64, 1009.95, 1010.03 for Rule 7.28. CONTACT: P. Locascio, 352.395.5170.Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT: The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 1.3 (Board of Trustees: Membership and Organization) on 9/20/16 at SF Bldg. S-332, 3000 NW 83^rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606. PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Amend to bring rule in compliance with recent Florida Administrative Code changes. RULE MAKING AUTHORITY: FS 1001.61. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1001.61, 6A-14.024, FAC. Notice of rule development was published in The Record on 6/16/16. To obtain a copy of the proposed rule or request a public hearing, contact Patti Locascio at 352-395-5169 within 21 days of publication of this notice.Read more

District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College meets 7/19/16, 4 pm, SF Watson Center, 4150 SR 21, Keystone Heights, FL, 32656. Agenda includes but is not limited to personnel, business affairs, budget, grants, construction, contracts, and rules. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available President’s Office, 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606. For disability accommodations call 352.395.4400 or TDD 352-395-4400.Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT:  The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 6.7 (Bicycles, Skateboards, Scooters, Skates, and Other Personal Transportation Devices) on 7/19/16 at SF Bldg. Watson Center, 4150 SR 21, Keystone Heights. FL 32656.  Purpose & effect/summary: Amend Rule 6.7 to include hoverboards and similar apparatuses. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY:  FS 1001.64. LAWS IMPLEMENTED: FS 1001.64(5), 1001.65(6).  Notice of rule development was published in The Record on 3/17/16.  To obtain a copy of the proposed rules or request a public hearing, contact Patti Locascio at 352-395-5169 within 21 days of publication of this notice.Read more

Santa Fe College Board of Trustees meets 5/17/16, 4 pm, SF Northwest Campus, S-332, 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL. Agenda includes but is not limited to personnel, business affairs, budget, grants, construction, contracts, and rules. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available President’s Office, 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606. For disability accommodations call 352-395-5765 or TDD 352-395-5265.Read more

Santa Fe College Board of Trustees meets 4/19/16, 4 pm, Andrews Cultural Center, Starke, FL. Agenda includes but is not limited to personnel, business affairs, budget, grants, construction, contracts, and rules. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available President’s Office, 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606. For disability accommodations call 352-395-4400 or TDD 352-395-4400.Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT:  The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 7.24 (Selection for Admission to Limited Access Programs) on 4/19/16 at SF Bldg. Andrews Cultural Center, 201 E Call St, Starke, FL 32091.  Purpose & effect/summary: amend Rule 7.24 to broaden scope to include all limited access programs.  Rulemaking authority: FS 1001.64. Laws implemented: Rule 7.24: FS 1001.65, 1007.263, 1007.265, 6A-10.041, FAC.  Notice of rule development was published in The Record on 10/15/15. To obtain a copy of the proposed rules or request a public hearing, contact Patti Locascio at 352-395-5169 within 21 days of publication of this notice.Read more

NOTICE OF RULE DEVELOPMENT:  The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 6.7 (Bicycles, Skateboards, Scooters, and Roller Skates/In Line Skates). PURPOSE AND EFFECT:  Amend Rule 6.7 to include hoverboards and similar apparatuses. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY:  FS 1001.64.  LAWS IMPLEMENTED:  FS 1001.64(5), 1001.65(6).  CONTACT:  P. Locascio, 352-395-5170.Read more

The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida meets 2/16/16, 4 pm, Blount Center, 401 NW 6 St, Gainesville, FL. Agenda includes but is not limited to personnel, business affairs, budget, grants, construction, contracts, and rules. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available President’s Office, 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606. For disability accommodations call 352-395-4400 or TDD 352-395-4400.Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT:  The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to amend Rule 5.12 (Smoking and Tobacco Use) and Rule 6.4 (Use of College Facilities) on 4/19/16 at SF Bldg. Andrews Cultural Center, 201 E Call St, Starke, FL 32091.  PURPOSE/EFFECT SUMMARY: update tobacco use policy to address e-cigarettes.  Rulemaking authority: FS 1001.64. Laws implemented: Rule 5.12: FS 1001.64(5), 386.201 et seq.; Rule 6.4: FS 1001.64(5), 1001.65(6).  Notices of rule development were published in The Record on 10/22/15. To obtain a copy of the proposed rules or request a public hearing, contact Patti Locascio at 352-395-5169 within 21 days of publication of this notice.Read more

NOTICE OF RULE AMENDMENT AND REPEAL:  The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, Florida, gives notice of its intent to repeal Rule 7.7 (Guidance Services, Cooperative Education and Placement, and Follow-Up Studies), amend Rule 7.30 (Student Activities), and amend Rule 7.36 (Student Complaints) on 1/19/15 at SF Bldg. S-332, 3000 NW 83^rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606.  Purpose & effect/summary: Repeal Rule 7.7 as outdated; amend Rule 7.30 to provide authority to Director of Student Life to prohibit activities not aligned with College values; and amend Rule 7.36 to update the complaint process.  Rulemaking authority: FS 1001.64. Laws implemented: Rule 7.7:  FS 1001.65, 1007.263; Rule 7.30: FS 1001.65(15), 1009.23(7), 6A-14.057, FAC; Rule 7.36: FS 1001.64, 1001.65, 6A-140261, FAC.  Notices of rule development were published in The Record on 1/9/14 (Rule 7.30), 3/13/14 (Rule 7.36), and 10/15/15 (Rule 7.7).  To obtain a copy of the proposed rules or request a public hearing, contact Patti Locascio at 352-395-5169 within 21 days of publication of this notice.Read more

Members of The District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College will attend AFC Annual Meeting and Conference Nov 11-12, 2015, in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. For details contact Office of the President 352-395-5170.Read more

Notice of rule development: Subject: Rule 5.12 Smoking. Purpose/effect: update rule.  Legal authority: FS 1001.64 Ch 85-256. Notice of rule development: Subject: Rule 6.4: Use of College Facilities. Purpose/effect: update tobacco use policy. Legal authority: FS 1001.64. Contact person: P. Locascio, Santa Fe College Robertson Admin Bldg, 3000 NW 83 St., Gainesville, FL 32606. Phone: 352-395-5170.Read more

Santa Fe College Board of Trustees members will meet for workshop 10/19/15, 12pm -5pm, 10876 SW 11th Lane, Gainesville, FL, to discuss planning, college initiatives, general issues such as governance, finance, administration. Agenda available President’s Office, 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL.Read more

Santa Fe College Board of Trustees meets 9/15/15, 4 pm, NW Campus, S-332, 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL. Agenda includes but is not limited to personnel, business affairs, budget, grants, construction, contracts, and rules. Anyone appealing a decision will need a record of the proceedings and should arrange for a transcript per FS 286.0105. Agenda available President’s Office, 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL 32606. For disability accommodations call 352-395-5765 or TDD 352-395-5265.Read more