Pursuant to 42 CFR Section 447.205, the Department of Health hereby gives public notice of the following:

The Department of Health proposes to amend the Title XIX (Medicaid) State Plan for all services to comply with enacted statutory provisions. The following changes are proposed:

All Services

The following is a clarification to the March 30, 2022, noticed provision to implement a 1% operating increase on all Medicaid rate-based claims.

With clarification, “Payments not subject to federal financial participation” are not exempted from the 1% increase.

There is no change in estimated gross Medicaid expenditures attributable to this clarification.

The public is invited to review and comment on this proposed State Plan Amendment, a copy of which will be available for public review on the Department’s website at http://www.health.ny.gov/regulations/state_plans/status. Individuals without Internet access may view the State Plan Amendments at any local (county) social services district.

For the New York City district, copies will be available at the following places:

New York County 250 Church Street New York, New York 10018

Queens County, Queens Center 3220 Northern Boulevard Long Island City, New York 11101

Kings County, Fulton Center 114 Willoughby Street Brooklyn, New York 11201

Bronx County, Tremont Center 1916 Monterey Avenue Bronx, New York 10457

Richmond County, Richmond Center 95 Central Avenue, St. George Staten Island, New York 10301

For further information and to review and comment, please contact: Department of Health, Division of Finance and Rate Setting, 99 Washington Ave., One Commerce Plaza, Suite 1432, Albany, NY 12210, [email protected]

Background

The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYS DMV) is seeking public input on the implementation of Automatic Voter Registration (AVR) at NYS DMV.

Title 9 of Article 5 of the Election Law requires “integrated personal voter registration application” for certain transactions at NYS DMV. Specifically, NYS DMV will be required to provide “voter registration qualification information” to the New York State Board of Elections for each person who submits a change of address or name form or “an application for a motor vehicle driver's license, a driver's license renewal or an identification card if such card is issued by the department of motor vehicles in its normal course of business” unless such person opts out of applying to registered to vote.

To this end, NYS DMV must ensure that its application for the above services or renewals “substantially include all of the elements required by section 5-210 of [the election law]” and conform with the provisions of Title 9 of Article 5 of the Election Law.

These requirements must be met by NYS DMV in accordance with the project schedule developed by the State Board of Elections.

By law, NYS DMV is required to “provide an opportunity through rulemaking for public notice and comment regarding the plans for implementation in [NYS DMV].”

Plan for AVR Implementation at NYS DMV

A. NYS DMV Service Applications, Renewals and Address and Name Changes.

NYS DMV has identified the following services upon application (or renewal) as a part of which voter registration opportunities must be provided as required by Election Law § 5-900. The forms for these processes, which must be approved by the New York State Board of Elections pursuant to Election Law § 5-906, shall be amended to comply with the provisions of Election Law § 5-900.

DMV currently offers applicants for a driver’s license, learner permit, non-driver identification card (NDID), and applicants renewing or changing their address on such documents, the option to electronically register to vote in person at a DMV issuing office using a Customer Facing Device (CFD) or using a self-service terminal offered at stand-alone kiosks. Paper applications are only allowed under limited exceptions. Additionally, applicants not visiting a DMV office can submit renewals and address changes, which include a voter registration option, online or by mail.

AVR requires a change to the scope and manner of how voter registration applications are provided, collected, and conveyed to elections officials. The AVR law, intended to reverse declining voter registration, requires NYS DMV to offer individuals an opportunity to opt out of applying to register to vote during the transactions described above. Unless the individual opts out they will be registered to vote. The legislation more specifically requires a box for the applicant to check to indicate whether the applicant would like to decline to register to vote along with the following statement in prominent type, “IF YOU DO NOT CHECK THIS BOX, AND YOU PROVIDE YOUR SIGNATURE ON THE SPACE BELOW, YOU WILL HAVE APPLIED TO REGISTER OR PRE-REGISTER TO VOTE, AND YOU WILL HAVE ATTESTED TO YOUR ELIGIBILITY TO REGISTER OR PRE-REGISTER TO VOTE.”

Additionally, AVR requires electronic and paper applications forms to be submitted electronically to the State Board of Elections which are then forwarded to local boards of election for processing. Forms submitted to NYS DMV in paper format are required to be saved as an image file or portable document format (PDF) file and transmitted electronically to the State Board of Elections. The image file or PDF file is deemed to be the original form for voter registration and enrollment purposes. The paper application form will be saved for a period not less than two years.

NYS DMV will implement these changes as follows:

change the voter registration application on all versions of the MV-44 (application for permit, license or NDID) to include the new language;

change the voter registration application on all versions of the MV-232 (address change) to include the new language;

change the voter registration application language on all versions of the MV-2 (license renewal application;

change the voter registration application on NYS DMV’s self-service terminal screens to reflect the new application flow and language;

change the voter registration application on the customer facing devices to reflect the new application flow and language;

change the online stand-alone voter registration application to reflect the new application flow and language;

develop a process to ensure paper applications are scanned and the image is transmitted to the State Board of Elections voter registration clearinghouse; and

transmit voter registration data to the State Board of Elections voter registration clearinghouse instead of transmitting directly to county board of elections.

B. Security Measures and Testing.

NYS DMV will adequately test its technology infrastructure, in consultation with the New York State Board of Elections and the New York Office of Information and Technology Services, which will include at a minimum the following:

completion of a security review by the NYS Chief Information Security Office prior to implementation to ensure the project meets all NYS information technology security policies and compliance requirements; and

completion of a quality assurance testing program to identify and resolve defects.

C. Usability.

NYS DMV will ensure that all changes to forms and processes are, as required by law, are “usable and understandable for applicants and agency employees.” NYS DMV will ensure the usability and understandability of proposed forms and processes in accordance with language and flow provided by the State Board of Elections.

D. Training.

All relevant agency employees will be trained in how to use the new forms and how to assist persons in a neutral manner. This will be accomplished by updating DMV procedures, voter registration manuals and website material. NYS DMV also provides phone support to customers, issuing offices and partners transacting business on our behalf. To minimize potential error or any possibility of discouraging applications, all relevant staff will complete a course of training prescribed by the New York State Board of Elections.

E. Timeline.

The NYS DMV implementation will proceed according to the high-level milestones noted below. The milestone delivery dates will be established in conjunction with the overall project schedule developed by the State Board of Elections.

Requirements finalized Software development and testing User Testing Training Final Code & Updates Deployment AVR in production

The New York State Department of State (DOS) is required by Federal regulations to provide timely public notice for the activities described below, which are subject to the consistency provisions of the Federal Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as amended.

The applicant has certified that the proposed activity complies with and will be conducted in a manner consistent with the approved New York State Coastal Management Program.

In F-2022-0178, Jeff Lash, proposes to install 80ft x 8ft open pile dock (with a 12ft x 20ft patio over the rock revetment wall. Patio will be built on the landward side of MHW 247.3) reinforcing of existing of existing revetment wall with 15 ton of 2 to 3 ton boulders. Boulders will be used during the construction of the dock then put into the wall when dock is finished at 7008 Benedict Beach Road. (Address in application is incorrect) Town of Hamlin, Monroe County, Lake Ontario.

The stated purpose of the proposed action is to repair and replace sections of failed bulkhead. To add stone to existing wall and build new dock for water-related recreation.

The applicant’s consistency certification and supporting information are available for review at: https://dos.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2022/04/f-2022-0178consistcert.pdf or at https://dos.ny.gov/public-notices

Original copies of public information and data submitted by the applicant are available for inspection at the New York State Department of State offices located at One Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Avenue, in Albany, New York.

Any interested parties and/or agencies desiring to express their views concerning any of the above proposed activities may do so by filing their comments, in writing, no later than 4:30 p.m., 15 days from the date of publication of this notice, or September 1, 2022.

Comments should be addressed to: Department of State, Office of Planning and Development and Community Infrastructure, Consistency Review Unit, One Commerce Plaza, Suite 1010, 99 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12231, (518) 474-6000. Electronic submissions can be made by email at: [email protected]

This notice is promulgated in accordance with Title 15, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 930.

The New York State Department of State (DOS) is required by Federal regulations to provide timely public notice for the activities described below, which are subject to the consistency provisions of the Federal Coastal Zone Management Act (CZMA) of 1972, as amended.

The applicant has certified that the proposed activities comply with and will be conducted in a manner consistent with the federally approved New York State Coastal Management Program (NYSCMP). The applicant's consistency certification and accompanying public information and data are available for inspection at the New York State Department of State offices located at One Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Avenue, in Albany, New York.

In F-2022-0277, Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority proposed replacement of the existing fendering systems at each of the two towers supporting the Throgs Neck Bridge within the East River (TN-87C), on the East River, Bronx/Queens, NY.

The applicant’s consistency certification and supporting information are available for review at: https://dos.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2022/08/f-2022-0277throgsneckbridge.pdf

or at https://dos.ny.gov/public-notices

Any interested parties and/or agencies desiring to express their views concerning any of the above proposed activities may do so by filing their comments, in writing, no later than 4:30 p.m., 30 days from the date of publication of this notice or September 16, 2022.

Comments should be addressed to: Department of State, Office of Planning and Development and Community Infrastructure, Consistency Review Unit, One Commerce Plaza, Suite 1010, 99 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12231, (518) 474-6000. Electronic submissions can be made by email at: [email protected]

This notice is promulgated in accordance with Title 15, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 930.

The New York State Department of State (DOS) is required by Federal regulations to provide timely public notice for the activities described below, which are subject to the consistency provisions of the Federal Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as amended.

The applicant has certified that the proposed activity complies with and will be conducted in a manner consistent with the approved New York State Coastal Management Program.

In F-2022-0389, Anthony Rotella is proposing to install an additional 470 sq of docks to add to an existing docking structure. The existing structure includes an 8′ x 100′ main dock and 4′ x 12′ and 4′ x 45′ docks, a pile supported boat lift and a 28′ x 50′ roof creating a covered boat slip. The additional docks would create two additional uncovered boat slips and would include a 4′ x 35′ dock and two 4′ x 41′ docks. The proposal also includes two additional pile supported boat lifts. The new docks would be supported by 6″ piles and would include side staving coming down from the top of the docks to an elevation of 246.3′.

The proposed work would be located on the St. Lawrence River at 22359 Aerie Cove Road in the Town of Alexandria, Jefferson County.

The stated purpose of the proposed action is to extend the current dock and add two additional boat slips for docking boats owned by the applicant and their family. The applicant has indicated boat lifts are necessary due to channel waves and vessel traffic.

The applicant’s consistency certification and supporting information are available for review at: https://dos.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2022/08/f-2022-0389publicnotice.pdf or at https://dos.ny.gov/public-notices

Original copies of public information and data submitted by the applicant are available for inspection at the New York State Department of State offices located at One Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Avenue, in Albany, New York.

Any interested parties and/or agencies desiring to express their views concerning any of the above proposed activities may do so by filing their comments, in writing, no later than 4:30 p.m., 30 days from the date of publication of this notice, or September 16, 2022.

Comments should be addressed to: Consistency Review Unit, Department of State, Office of Planning, Development and Community Infrastructure, One Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12231, (518) 474-6000, Fax (518) 473-2464. Electronic submissions can be made by email at: [email protected]

This notice is promulgated in accordance with Title 15, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 930.

The New York State Department of State (DOS) is required by Federal regulations to provide timely public notice for the activities described below, which are subject to the consistency provisions of the Federal Coastal Zone Management Act (CZMA) of 1972, as amended.

The applicant has certified that the proposed activities comply with and will be conducted in a manner consistent with the federally approved New York State Coastal Management Program (NYSCMP). The applicant's consistency certification and accompanying public information and data are available for inspection at the New York State Department of State offices located at One Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Avenue, in Albany, New York.

In F-2022-0440, the applicants, Angeliki Kazeros and George Plitas, are proposing to install a 4′ x 193′ fixed pier with thru-flow decking, leading to a 3′ x 14′ aluminum ramp and a 6′ x 20′ floating dock in an “L” shape, supported by (2) 10″ diameter cca piles. This project is located at 1395 Sleepy Hollow Lane, Town of Southold, Suffolk County, Goose Creek.

The applicant’s consistency certification and supporting information are available for review at: https://dos.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2022/08/f-2022-0440app.pdf or at https://dos.ny.gov/public-notices

The proposed activity would be located within or has the potential to affect the following Special Management or Regulated Area(s):

• Town of Southold Local Waterfront Revitalization Program: https://dos.ny.gov/location/town-southold-local-waterfront-revitalization-program

Any interested parties and/or agencies desiring to express their views concerning any of the above proposed activities may do so by filing their comments, in writing, no later than 4:30 p.m., 30 days from the date of publication of this notice or September 16, 2022.

Comments should be addressed to: Department of State, Office of Planning and Development and Community Infrastructure, Consistency Review Unit, One Commerce Plaza, Suite 1010, 99 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12231, (518) 474-6000. Electronic submissions can be made by email at: [email protected]

This notice is promulgated in accordance with Title 15, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 930.

The New York State Department of State (DOS) is required by Federal regulations to provide timely public notice for the activities described below, which are subject to the consistency provisions of the Federal Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as amended.

The applicant has certified that the proposed activity complies with and will be conducted in a manner consistent with the approved New York State Coastal Management Program.

In F-2022-0513, Michelle Weinberg – proposed mechanical dredging within the Patchogue River situate to 54 Captains Drive, Westbrook, CT, with subsequent un-confined placement of approximately 3,460 cubic yards (CY) of suitable dredged material at the Central Long Island Sound Disposal Site (CLDS), within Long Island Sound.

The applicant’s consistency certification and supporting information are available for review at: https://dos.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2022/08/f-2022-0513mweinbergconscert.pdf or at: https://dos.ny.gov/public-notices

Original copies of public information and data submitted by the applicant are available for inspection at the New York State Department of State offices located at One Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Avenue, in Albany, New York.

Any interested parties and/or agencies desiring to express their views concerning any of the above proposed activities may do so by filing their comments, in writing, no later than 4:30 p.m., 30 days from the date of publication of this notice, or by September, 16, 2022.

Comments should be addressed to: Consistency Review Unit, Department of State, Office of Planning, Development and Community Infrastructure, One Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12231, (518) 474-6000, Fax (518) 473-2464. Electronic submissions can be made by email at: [email protected]

This notice is promulgated in accordance with Title 15, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 930.

The New York State Department of State (DOS) is required by Federal regulations to provide timely public notice for the activities described below, which are subject to the consistency provisions of the Federal Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as amended.

The applicant has certified that the proposed activity complies with and will be conducted in a manner consistent with the approved New York State Coastal Management Program.

In F-2022-0531, Andrew Fleiss, is proposing to construct a docking structure consisting of a 4′ x 20′ ramp up, 4′ x 45′ fixed pier (elevated 4.5 feet over vegetated wetland), 4′ x 16′ open framed kayak rack, 4′ x 20′ ramp down and 4′ x 6′ drop platform.

The proposal is for the applicant’s property on Heady Creek (tributary to Shinnecock Bay) located at 64 Down East Lane in the Village of Southampton, Suffolk County.

The stated purpose of the proposed action is to provide riparian access to surface waters of Heady Creek for canoe, kayak or dinghy use.

The applicant’s consistency certification and supporting information are available for review at: https://dos.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2022/08/f-2022-0531publicnotice.pdf or at https://dos.ny.gov/public-notices

Original copies of public information and data submitted by the applicant are available for inspection at the New York State Department of State offices located at One Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Avenue, in Albany, New York.

Any interested parties and/or agencies desiring to express their views concerning any of the above proposed activities may do so by filing their comments, in writing, no later than 4:30 p.m., 30 days from the date of publication of this notice, or September 16, 2022.

Comments should be addressed to: Consistency Review Unit, Department of State, Office of Planning, Development and Community Infrastructure, One Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12231, (518) 474-6000, Fax (518) 473-2464. Electronic submissions can be made by email at: [email protected]

This notice is promulgated in accordance with Title 15, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 930.

Pursuant to 19 NYCRR Part 1205, the variance and appeal petitions below have been received by the Department of State. Unless otherwise indicated, they involve requests for relief from provisions of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code. Persons wishing to review any petitions, provide comments, or receive actual notices of any subsequent proceeding may contact Brian Tollisen or Neil Collier, Building Standards and Codes, Department of State, One Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12231, (518) 474-4073 to make appropriate arrangements.

2022-0420 in the Matter of Get My Co Corp, Timothy P Lener, 57 Wheeler Ave Suite 203, Pleasantville, NY 10570, for a variance concerning safety requirements, including ceiling height and clearance between fixtures. Involved is a one family dwelling located at 11 North Bridge Place, Town of New Castle, NY 10549, County of Westchester, State of New York.

2022-0421 in the Matter of Lily Stamper, 19 Round Hill Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603, for a variance concerning safety requirements, including ceiling height and stair headroom. Involved is a one family dwelling located at 55 Nassau Road, Town of Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, County of Dutchess, State of New York.

2022-0422 in the Matter of Taconic Engineering DPC, Chad Lindberg PE, PO Box 272, Chatham, NY 12037, for a variance concerning safety requirements, including a fire apparatus access road. Involved is a bridge located at 2846 State Route 23, Town of Hillsdale, NY 12529, County of Columbia, State of New York.

Pursuant to 19 NYCRR Part 1205, the variance and appeal petitions below have been received by the Department of State. Unless otherwise indicated, they involve requests for relief from provisions of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code. Persons wishing to review any petitions, provide comments, or receive actual notices of any subsequent proceeding may contact Brian Tollisen or Neil Collier, Building Standards and Codes, Department of State, One Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12231, (518) 474-4073 to make appropriate arrangements.

2022-0423 in the Matter of Keith Moorhouse, 19 Hawthorne Drive, New Rochelle, NY 10801, for a variance concerning safety requirements, including unrestricted windows. Involved is a one family dwelling located at 19 Hawthorne Drive, City of New Rochelle, NY 10801, County of Westchester, State of New York.

2022-0424 in the Matter of Aharon Friedman, Five Remsen Avenue, Suite One, Monsey, NY 10952, for a variance concerning safety requirements, including fire apparatus access road. Involved is a three family dwelling located at 250 Remsen Avenue, Town of Ramapo, NY 10952, County of Rockland, State of New York.

2022-0425 in the Matter of Fanni Segal, 620 Baldwin Place, Mamaroneck, NY 10543, for a variance concerning safety requirements, including ceiling height. Involved is a one family dwelling located at 135 Laurel Avenue, Town of Mamaroneck, NY 10538, County of Westchester, State of New York.

2022-0426 in the Matter of Get My Co Corp, Timothy P. Lener, 57 Wheeler Ave., Suite 203, Pleasantville, NY 10570, for a variance concerning safety requirements, including clearance between fixtures. Involved is a one family dwelling located at 1487 Westview Drive, Town of Yorktown, NY 10598, County of Westchester, State of New York.

2022-0427 in the Matter of Timothy P. Lener, Architect, Timothy P. Lener, 57 Wheeler Avenue, Suite 203, Pleasantville, NY 10570, for a variance concerning safety requirements, including hot tub barrier. Involved is a one family dwelling located at 41 Fairmount Road, Town of Lewisboro, NY 10526, County of Westchester, State of New York.

2022-0428 in the Matter of VKS Architects, Victor Solarik, PO Box 696, Katonah, NY 10536, for a variance concerning safety requirements, including ceiling height. Involved is a two family dwelling located at 206 West Street, Village of Mount Kisco, NY 10549, County of Westchester, State of New York.

Pursuant to 19 NYCRR Part 1205, the variance and appeal petitions below have been received by the Department of State. Unless otherwise indicated, they involve requests for relief from provisions of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code. Persons wishing to review any petitions, provide comments, or receive actual notices of any subsequent proceeding may contact Brian Tollisen or Neil Collier, Building Standards and Codes, Department of State, One Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12231, (518) 474-4073 to make appropriate arrangements.

2022-0429 Matter of Stephanie Walter located at 3269 Pintail View, Town of Macedonia, County of Wayne, NY, for a variance concerning basement egress window Requirements. (Board Variance)