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Agenda 02/23/2016 Item #16B 1 2/23/2016 16.B.1 . EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Recommendation to approve a Resolution expressing support for the continuation of the designation of the Community of Immokalee as a Rural Area of Opportunity (RAO) within the Florida Heartland Regional Economic Development Initiative, Inc. (FHREDI) South Central Florida Region. OBJECTIVE: To continue in the program for the benefits of being a designated RAO and support the recent name change from "rural area of critical economic concern" to "rural area of opportunity" related to the designation of the Community of Immokalee within the Florida Heartland Regional Economic Development Initiative,Inc. (FHREDI) South Central Florida Region. CONSIDERATIONS: The Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern (RACEC) designation was first denoted by Executive Order in 2001 by then Florida Governor Jeb Bush. FHREDI petitioned to have the designation renewed in 2006. On May 23,2006,the Board of County Commissioners("Board") approved a Cooperative Agreement with the Office of Tourism, Trade and Economic Development which recognized the designation of an area known as the South Central Florida Region as a rural area of critical economic concern,Agenda Item No. 16A8. On February 16,2011 the Cooperative Agreement expired. Renewal of this designation was required in 2011, thus, in 2011 FHREDI petitioned Governor Rick Scott to extend the RACEC designation another 5-years and to keep the Community of Immokalee within the South Central RACEC designation. On September 13, 2011, the Board approved a new Cooperative Agreement with the Office of Tourism, Trade and Economic Development which expires April 22, 2016, Agenda Item No. 16B2. In 2014, Governor Rick Scott changed the designation from Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern (RACEC) to Rural Area of Opportunity (RAO) and all the counties and local communities in the FHREDI South Central Florida region are required to renew their designations as a RAO. The change to the designation is found in Section 31 of Chapter 2014-218, Laws of Florida, amended subsection (2)(c) of Section 288.0655,Florida Statutes(2015) . The benefits of being a designated RAO is that communities are given extra points on grants, they are eligible to receive waivers or reduction of matching funds,they are priority assignments for REDI as well as to allow the Governor, acting through REDI, to waive criteria, requirements, or similar provisions of any economic development incentive. Incentives include, but are not limited to, the Qualified Target Industry Tax Refund Program, Quick Response Training Program, and Quick Response Training Program for participants in the welfare transition program, transportation projects, Brownfield redevelopment bonus refund,and the rural job tax credit program. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact related to this request. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The proposed Resolution was developed using a resolution that Glades County approved for the designation. This item is approved for form and legality and requires a majority vote for Board approval. -JAB GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: There are no Growth Management Impacts associated with this action. Packet Page-436- 2/23/2016 16.B.1. RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of County Commissioners approves a Resolution expressing support for the continuation of the designation of the Community of Immokalee as a RAO within the FHREDI South Central Florida Region. Prepared by: James Sainvilus Meeting: February 23,2016 Attachments: 1)Proposed Resolution 2)Map 3)May 23,2006-Agenda Item No. 16A8 3) September 13,2011-Agenda Item No. 16B2 Packet Page-437- 2/23/2016 16.B.1. COLLIER COUNTY Board of County Commissioners Item Number: 16.16.B.16.B.1. Item Summary: Recommendation to approve a Resolution expressing support for the continuation of the designation of the Community of Immokalee as a Rural Area of Opportunity (RAO) within the Florida Heartland Regional Economic Development Initiative, Inc. (FHREDI) South Central Florida Region. Meeting Date: 2/23/2016 Prepared By Name: SainvilusJames Title: Project Manager,Immokalee County Redevelopment Agency 1/28/2016 3:01:52 PM Submitted by Title: Project Manager,Immokalee County Redevelopment Agency Name: SainvilusJames 1/28/2016 3:01:54 PM Approved By Name: DurhamTim Title: Executive Manager of Corp Business Ops, Date: 2/11/2016 12:09:03 PM Name: BelpedioJennifer Title:Assistant County Attorney, CAO General Services Date: 2/16/2016 5:22:52 PM Name: KlatzkowJeff Title: County Attorney, Date: 2/17/2016 10:06:16 AM Name: FinnEd Title: Management/Budget Analyst, Senior, Office of Management&Budget Date: 2/17/2016 3:49:57 PM Packet Page -438- 2/23/2016 16.B.1 . Name: OchsLeo Title: County Manager, County Managers Office Date: 2/17/2016 4:34:00 PM Packet Page -439- 2/23/2016 16.B.1 . 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This item is being placed on the agenda at the request of the Economic Development Council of Collier County OBJECTIVE: That the Board of County Commissioners approve a Resolution to petition Governor Scott to extend the "Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern" (RACEC) designation awarded to the Florida Heartland Regional Economic Development Initiative, Inc. (FHREDI) Region another 5-years and to keep the Community of Immokalee within the South Central RACEC designation. CONSIDERATIONS: This designation was first denoted by Executive Order in 2001 by then Florida Governor Jeb Bush. FHREDI petitioned to have the designation renewed in 2006. Renewal of this designation is required in 2011. In 2006 the item was approved at the May 23, 2006 Board meeting agenda item 16A8. As the South Central RACEC, the FHREDI Region is granted the easing of certain requirements of state incentives. Among other advantages, this allows our rural counties and communities to compete on an even footing with larger, more populated counties when an existing or new company is expanding or relocating to the region. Keeping Immokalee in the RACEC designated area provides access to resources inducing marketing support and technical assistance from FHREDI, whose mission is to enhance regional partnerships to support economic and tourism development. FHREDI supports regional plans for broadband access, business expansion, retention, education, exporting and regional transportation. The strength of a customized regional approach to rural economic development is proven. Based on the regional approach championed during the 2005 Roadmap process, a 7-point action agenda for rural Florida was adopted, leading to a $2 million appropriation for the establishment of the Rural Economic Development Catalyst Project. In 2010, FHREDI was awarded a $24 million ARRBA Grant to bring broadband to the South Central RACEC. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact related to this request. However, if the RACEC designation is extended, Collier County may realize revenue by participating in this program through the Catalyst Project revenue distribution plans already adopted by Collier County. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item is legally sufficient for Board action. A simple majority vote is required for approval. - JAK Packet Page -441- 2/23/2016 16.B.1. RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of County Commissioners approve the attached resolution to petition Governor Scott to extend the "Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern" (RACEC) designation awarded to the FHREDI Region another 5-years, and to keep the Community of Immokalee within the South Central RACEC designation. Prepared by: Penny Phillippi Meeting: September 13,2011 Attachments: 1)Proposed Resolution 2)Memorandum of Agreements 3) Map Packet Page -442- 2/23/2016 16.B.1 . Agenda Item No. 16A8 May 23,2006 Page 1 of 12 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Recommendation that the Board of County Commissioners enter into a cooperative agreement with the Governor's Office of Tourism, Trade and Economic Development for the purpose of implementing the Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern Designation for the Immokalee Urban Area and surrounding lands located within the Round II Federal Rural Enterprise Area. OBJECTIVE: To have the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the BCC and the Office of Tourism, Trade and Economic Development (OTTED) for the purpose of implementing the Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern Designation for the Immokalee Urban Area and surrounding lands located within the Round II Federal Rural Enterprise Area. CONSIDERATIONS: The Florida Legislature and Governor recognize that certain rural communities have not experienced rapid growth and prosperity comparable to urban communities. Instead these rural communities struggle to create and maintain jobs for their residents; obtain funding for necessary transportation, infrastructure improvements, or other critical government services; and, experience sustained economic distress. According to the Governor's Executive Order,No. 2006-34, "Rural communities are stewards of the vast majority of Florida's land and natural resources, upon which the State's continued growth and prosperity depend." The Governor and Legislature recognize that the success of rural communities is vital to the overall success of the State's economy. Accordingly, in 1999 the Florida Legislature passed, and the Governor signed into law, legislation supporting economic development in the rural areas of the State. Chapter 99-251, Laws of Florida, outlines the State's intent to provide more efficient and effective delivery of programs of assistance and support to rural communities, including the use, where appropriate, of regulatory flexibility through multi-agency coordination and other measures, and declared the implementation of measures providing such assistance to fulfill an important State interest. This Chapter also created Section 288.0656 (7), Florida Statutes, which authorized the Rural Economic Development Initiative (REDI) to recommend to the Governor up to three areas for designation as Rural Areas of Critical Economic Concern. A Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern is composed of rural communities adversely affected by extraordinary economic events. On January 26, 2001, several counties, municipalities, and other rural areas, including lands within the Round II Federal Rural Enterprise Community, located within and around the Immokalee Urban Area, were designated Rural Areas of Critical Economic Concern for a term of five years. On January, 26,2006,the Designation expired. On January 17, 2006, representatives comprising REDI met and recommended to the Governor to continue the Designation of the rural areas, including the expansion of the boundaries to encompass the entire Immokalee Urban Area and .— surrounding lands located within the Round II Federal Rural Enterprise Area. The Governor signed the Executive Order, 2006-34, on February 16, 2006, which implemented the re- Packet Page -443- 2/23/2016 16.B.1 . Agenda Item No. 16A8 May 23, 2006 Page 2 of 12 designation contingent upon an execution of memorandum of agreement between OTTED and the governing bodies of the Counties. The Memorandum of Agreement (attached) establishes an understanding between OTTED and Collier County as to the responsibilities of the Rural Economic Development Initiative and those of Collier County to ensure the benefit of the re-designation as a Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern. FISCAL IMPACT: The principal costs associated with the approval of this Agreement are expenses related to project reviews and staff attendance at required meetings. The review of petitions and attendance at meetings will be performed by existing funded staff positions. GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: There are no direct Growth Management Plan impacts resulting from the approval and execution of this Memorandum of Agreement. However, this Designation allows Growth Management Plan Amendments to be processed and adopted outside of the statutory limitations of the twice per calendar year Growth Management Plan Amendment Cycle; one such amendment was submitted to the County in April. Additionally, the execution of this Memorandum of Agreement will provide economic development opportunities in the Immokalee Community that further the goals of the Collier County Redevelopment Plan. According to Section 4.4 of the Plan (Community Objectives), economic development is emphasized in the area in order to support and encourage entrepreneurial business development and retention, and increase small business start-ups and expansions. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The recommended action is consistent with all applicable constitutional and general law, and complies with adopted County regulations, and thus, is legally sufficient for Board consideration and approval. RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of County Commissioners authorize the Chairman to sign the attached Agreements to implement the Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern Designation for the Immokalee Community. Prepared by: Michele R. Mosca, AICP, Principal Planner, Comprehensive Planning Dept. Packet Page -444- 2/23/2016 16.B.1. Agenda Item No. 16A8 May 23,2006 Page 3 of 12 COLLIER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Item Number: 16A8 Item Summary: Recommendation that the Board of County Commissioners enter into a cooperative agreement with the Governors Office of Tourism,Trade and Economic Development for the purpose of implementing the Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern Designation for the Immokalee Urban Area and surrounding lands located within the Round II Federal Rural Enterprise Area. Meeting Date: 5123/2006 9:00:00 AM Prepared By Michele R.Mosca,AICP Principal Planner,AICP Date Community Development& Zoning&Land Development Review 5/5/2006 1:00:07 PM Environmental Services Approved By Commuinty Planning and Randall J.Cohen Date Redevelopment Manager Community Development& Comprehensive Planning 5/8/2006 10:32 AM Environmental Services Approved By Constance A.Johnson Operations Analyst Date Community Development& Community Development& 5/8/2006 2:46 PM Environmental Services Environmental Services Admin. Approved By Community Development& Joseph K.Schmitt Date Environmental Services Adminstrator Community Development& Community Development& 5/10/2006 8:37 PM Environmental Services Environmental Services Admin. Approved By Marjorie M.Student-Stirling Assistant County Attorney Date County Attorney County Attorney Office 5/11/2006 9:38 AM Approved By OMB Coordinator Administrative Assistant Date County Manager's Office Office of Management&Budget 5/11/2006 10:02 AM Approved By Mark Isackson Budget Analyst Date County Manager's Office Office of Management&Budget 5/14/2006 10:26 AM Approved By Leo E.Ochs,Jr. Deputy County Manager Date Board of County County Manager's Office 5/15/2006 10:21 AM Commissioners Packet Page -445- 2/23/2016 16.B.1 . 03/06/06 MON 14;51 FAX Agenda Item No. 16A8 63/03/2006 16:15 &56-4973i 4 May 23, 2006 — -• — Of-TED Page 4 of 12f 003 -PAGE @2/05 STATE OF FLORIDA OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR _ EXECUTIVE ORDER NUMBER 06-34 WHEREAS, during the 1999 Session,the Florida Legislature passed,and the Governor signed into law, legislation supporting economic development in the rural areas of the State; and . WHEREAS,although economic progress had been made in many rural areas, the growth and prosperity enjoyed by most communities in the State during the past 45 years did not extend into Florida's rural areas;and WHEREAS,these communities are stewards of the vast majority of Florida's land and natural resources,upon which the State's continued growth and prosperity depend; and WHEREAS,successful rural communities are essential to the overall success of the State's economy and quality of life; and WHEREAS, certain rural communities are struggling to maintain,suppoit or enhance job creating activity or to generate revenues for education and other critical government services such as infrastructure,transportation and safety;and WHEREAS,the challenges faced by these rural communities threaten their well- being and viability;and WHEREAS, Section 288.0656(7),Florida Statutes,authorizes the Rural Economic Development Initiative to recommend to the Governor up to three areas for designation as rural areas of critical economic concern; and WHEREAS,a rural area of critical economic concerto is composed of rural communities adversely affected by extraordinary economic events;and Packet Page -446- 2/23/2016 16.B.1. Agenda Item No. 16A8 9 03 3 14:51 FAx May 23,2006 p7 03//003/22 006 6 16:15_ 650-467-3014 Paci 5 of 004 'PAGE 03/es 12 WHEREAS,the Counties of DeSoto,Glades,Hardee,Hendry,Highlands,and Okeechobee,and the Cities of Belle Glade,Paholcee,and South Bay,and the area around Immokalee included within the Round II Federal Rural Enterprise Community located in northeast Collier County were designated on January 26,2001,as a Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern for a term of five years,and the Rural Economic Development Initiative was directed to review the designation annually and recommend whether the designation should be terminated or continued;and WHEREAS, the designation expired on January 26,2006;and WHEREAS,representatives of the twenty-one state and regional agencies comprising the Rural Econotic Development Initiative met on January 17,2006 and recommended to the Governor to continue the designation of the Counties of DeSoto, Glades,Hardee,Hendry,Highlands,and Okeechobee, and the Cities of Belle Glade, Pehokee,and South Bay,and the area around linmokalee included within the Round R Federal Rural Enterprise Community located in northeast Collier County as a rural area of critical economic concern and to include the area within the Immokalee Urban Designated Area in the designation; NOW,THEREFORE,I,JEB BUSK,as Governor of Florida,by virtue of the authority vested in me by Article IV,Section 1(a),Florida Constitution, and Section 288,0656(7),Florida Statutes,do hereby promulgate the following Executive Order, effective immediately: Section 1, The area within the boundaries of the Counties of DeSoto, Glades, Hardee,Hendry,Highlands,and Okeechobee,and the Cities of Belle Glade,Pahokee, and South Bay,the area around Immokalee included within the Round U Federal Rural Enterprise Community,and the area within the Immolcalee Urban Designated Area 2 misamommommassammumair Packet Page -447- 2/23/2016 16.B.1. 03/06/06 MON 14:51 FAX Agenda Item No. 16A8 . 03/03/2666_ 16:_15 050-487-3014 May 23, 2006 GTrED Pa P e 6 of 12i 005 AGE 64/65 located in northeast Collier County is designated as a Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern. Section 2. This area shall be a priority assignment for the Rural Economic Development Initiative. Section 3. On a case-by-case basis,the criteria,requirements or provisions of economic development incentives may be waived. Such incentives include,but shall not be limited to,the Qualified Target Industry Tax Refund Prograrn under Section 288.106, Florida Statutes,the Quick Response Training Program under Section 288.047,Florida Statutes,the Quick Response Training Program for participants in the welfare transition program under Section 288,047(8),Florida Statutes,transportation projects under Section 2.88.063,Florida Statutes,the brownfield redevelopment bonus refund under Section 288.107,Florida Statutes,and the rural job tax credit program under Sections 212.098 and 220.1895,Florida Statutes. Section 4. Access to the assistance available under this.Designation as a Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern,shall be contingent upon the execution of memoranda of agreement between the Office of Tourism,Trade, and Economic Development,the governing bodies of the Counties,and the governing bodies of the Municipalities included within the area. Such memoranda of agreement shall specify the terms and conditions of the designation, including,but not limited to,the duties and responsibilities of the Counties and Municipalities to take actions designed to facilitate the retention and expansion of existing businesses in the area,as well as the recruitment of new businesses to the area. SectJon 5. This designation shall be in effect for five years and will expire on Februsxy 16,2011,but shall be reviewed by the Rural Economic Development Initiative annually. The Rural Economic Development Initiative may recommend the designation 3 Packet Page -448- 2/23/2016 16.B.1 . Agenda Rem No. 16A8 03/06/06 !!ON 16:15 FAX May 2 200c6,006 03/03/2006 16:15 B5@-4B7-3 @14 OTTER P of0 /@5 be terminated or continued based on economic development progress from current base lines of upon performance under the memoranda of agreement. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF,I have • hereunto set my hand and caused the Oreat"-: I. , Seal of the State of Florida to be affixed at ^it^• • I Tallahassee,the Capitol,this 16th day of r'-',••:' YG February.2006. • .2'- (..... ' ,1-:.\, (1,11'4 J`; GOVERNO f t9 . ATTEST: ›..x.••7.' —Ti c cn : rn ` u .. N1, Cobb ^ •-0 rn SECRETARY OF STATE ry E5_,r11 ry —. 4 Packet Page -449- 2/23/2016 16.B.1. Agenda Item No. 16A8 May 23, 2006 Page 8 of 12 THIS STANDARD MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT IS A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN: THE OFFICE OF TOURISM, TRADE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA Background and Purpose of Agreement The purpose of this Memorandum of Agreement(MOA) is to document the terms and conditions of partnership between the Office of Tourism, Trade and Economic Development(OTTED) and Collier County for the implementation of the Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern re-designation. The Governor and the Legislature recognize that, while Florida's urban communities have grown rapidly over the past 45 years,Florida's rural communities have not shared this growth and prosperity. The Governor and Legislature further recognize that although successful rural communities are essential to the overall success of the state's economy, the well being and viability of many rural communities is becoming more difficult as they struggle to maintain their capacity to support or enhance job creating activity for their residents or to generate revenues for education and other critical government services such as infrastructure, transportation and safety. The Governor and the Legislature found that in many cases rural communities have and continue to experience severe and sustained economic distress. Job creation rates are significantly lower than those in more urbanized areas. In several cases,rural communities have lost jobs. These factors handicap local economies and drain wealth from these communities. It was further found that support provided by many state programs and service delivery is often hampered by the structure of the programs themselves and the lack of local resources. Accordingly, the Legislature enacted, and the Governor signed in to law, Chapter 99- 251, Laws of Florida, which expressed the intent to provide for more efficient and effective delivery of programs of assistance and support to rural communities including the use where appropriate, of regulatory flexibility through multiagency coordination and other measures, and declared the implementation of measures providing such assistance to fulfill an important state interest. Chapter 99-251, Laws of Florida, also created Section 288.0656,Florida Statutes,which authorized the establishment of the Rural Economic Development Initiative (REDI)within OTTED and the designation of up to three Rural Areas of Critical Economic Concern. Section 288.0656,Florida Statutes, defined a Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern as a region composed of rural communities adversely affected by Packet Page -450- 2/23/2016 16.B.1 . Agenda Item No. 16A8 May 23, 2006 Page 9 of 12 extraordinary economic events. Thus,pursuant to Section 288.0656 (7),Florida Statutes,representatives of the twenty-one state and regional agencies and organizations comprising the Rural Economic Development Initiative met on January 17,2006 and recommended the re-designation of the Counties of DeSoto, Glades, Hardee,Hendry, Highlands, Okeechobee, and the Cities of Belle Glade,Pahokee and South Bay in Palm Beach County, and the Immokalee Area in Collier County as a Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern. On February 16, 2006, Governor Bush signed Executive Order#06-34 which implemented the re-designation. This MOA establishes an understanding between OTTED and Collier County as to the responsibilities of the Rural Economic Development Initiative and those of Collier County to ensure the benefit of re-designation as a Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern. II. The Rural Economic Development Initiative The Rural Economic Development Initiative(REDI)is responsible for coordinating and focusing the efforts and resources of state and regional agencies on the problems which affect the fiscal,economic, and community viability of Florida's rural communities;working with local governments,community-based organizations, and private organizations that have an interest in the growth and development of these communities to find ways to balance environmental and growth management issues with local needs. Through REDI,participating agencies make the following commitments. 1. Facilitate better access to state resources by providing more direct access and referrals to appropriate state and regional agencies and statewide organizations. 2. Designate a specific staff person or persons from within the agency or organization to serve as the representative for that agency or organization in matters relating to the Rural Areas of Critical Concern. This person may be the same individual as has been designated to serve as the agency's or organization's representative to REDI. 3. The staff representative shall be the primary point of contact for his or her agency with REDI on issues and projects relating to the Rural Areas of Critical Economic Concern and,with regard to expediting project review, shall ensure a prompt,effective response to problems and issues, and shall work closely with the other REDI representatives in the identification of opportunities for preferential awards of program funds as well as allowances and waiver of program requirements when possible and appropriate to encourage and facilitate long-term private capital investment,job creation, and community enhancement. Packet Page -451- 2/23/2016 16.B.1. Agenda Item No. 16A8 May 23, 2006 Page 10 of 12 4. Projects within the Rural Areas of Critical Economic Concern shall be priority assignments for agencies within REDI. 5. On a case-by-case basis,REDI may recommend to the Governor waivers of criteria, requirements or provisions of certain economic development incentives including but not limited to the Qualified Targeted Industry Tax Refund Program,the Quick Response Training Program, the WAGES Quick Response Training Program, the Economic Development Transportation Fund, the Brownfield Bonus Tax Program,and the Rural Job Tax Credit Program. M. The Participating Community Pursuant to Section 288.0656, Florida Statutes, and to Executive Order#04-250, re-designation as a Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern shall be contingent upon the execution of a Memorandum of Agreement between OTTED and the governing bodies of the Counties and the governing bodies of the Municipalities included within the area. Such memoranda shall specify the terms and conditions of the designations,including the duties and responsibilities of the Counties and Municipalities to take actions designed to facilitate the retention and expansion of existing businesses as well as the recruitment of new businesses to the area, and improve the quality of life for their residents. Collier County makes the following commitments. 1. Designate a specific person from among Collier County elected or appointed officials and one person from a non-profit organization engaged in economic development activity to serve as an alternate for the community in matters relating to the South Central Florida Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern. These individuals may be the same as have been designated to serve as the community's representative to other, similar organizations. The names and contact information for these individuals are attached as Exhibit A. 2. Projects within the South Central Florida Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern shall be priority assignments for local agencies under the control of the governing body of Collier County. These agencies will work cooperatively with REDI agencies to implement these projects 3. The governing body of the Collier County will work to ensure priority consideration and cooperation among local organizations to support projects within the South Central Florida Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern. 4. The governing body of Collier County will identify and implement those actions it believes best designed to facilitate the retention and expansion of existing businesses as well as the recruitment of new businesses and improve the quality of life for their residents. Packet Page -452- 2/23/2016 16.B.1 . Agenda Item No. 16A8 May 23, 2006 Page 11 of 12 5. Upon request,the governing body of Collier County will provide such information to OTTED which will facilitate REDI's annual review of the designation as a Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern. IV. Implementation and Duration Pursuant to Executive Order#06-34, the re-designation of the South Central Florida Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern affecting the Counties of DeSoto, Glades,Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Okeechobee, and the Cities of Belle Glade,Pahokee and South Bay in Palm Beach County, and the Immokalee Area in Collier County as a Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern. On February 16,2006,Governor Bush signed Executive Order#06-34 which implemented the re-designation. REDI may recommend the designation be terminated or continued based on economic development progress from current base lines or upon performance under the memoranda of agreement. 1. This MOA shall take effect immediately upon signature by the parties involved. 2. This MOA shall expire on February 17,2011 unless terminated earlier based on economic development progress from current base lines or upon performance as indicated above. 3. Both parties shall review this MOA periodically. If revisions are needed,notification shall be given to both parties in writing of the specific changes desired with the proposed modification language and the reasons for the revisions. With the mutual consent of both parties,the proposed changes shall become effective when both parties to the MOA have signed a modification to this agreement. 4. Collier County may terminate this MOA at any time upon written notice to OTTED. In Witness whereof,the parties have executed this Memorandum of Agreement this day of , 2006. Pamella J.Dana,Director Frank Hallas, Chairman Office of Tourism,Trade Collier County And Economic Development Board of County Commissioners Packet Page -453- 2/23/2016 16.B.1. Agenda Item No. 16A8 May 23. 2006 Page 12 of 12 Collier County EXHIBIT A Contact Information for an Elected or Appointed Official Name: Randall Cohen,AICP, Comprehensive Planning Director or Designee Address: 2800 North Horseshoe Drive,Naples,FL 34104 Fax: 239-213-2946 or 239-643-6968 Telephone: 239-213-2903 Email: randallcohen @colliergov.net Contact Information for one Person from a Non-Profit Organization Engaged in Economic Development Name: Tammie Nemecek,President, Collier County EDC Address: 3050 North Horseshoe Drive,Naples,FL 34104 Fax: 239-213-2946 or 239-643-6968 Telephone: 239-263-8989 or Toll Free: 1-866-eNaples Email: tnemecek @enaplesflorida.com Packet Page -454- 2/23/2016 16.B.1 . RESOLUTION 2016- A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, EXPRESSING ITS SUPPORT FOR THE CONTINUATION OF THE DESIGNATION OF "RURAL AREA OF OPPORTUNITY" TO THE SOUTH CENTRAL FLORIDA REGION INCORPORATING DESOTO, HIGHLANDS, GLADES, OKEECHOBEE, HENDRY, AND HARDEE COUNTIES (INCLUDING THE CITIES, TOWNS AND COMMUNITIES WITHIN EACH), THE CITIES OF BELLE GLADE, PAHOKEE, SOUTH BAY, AND THE COMMUNITY OF IMMOKALEE; AND, THAT ALL ENTERPRISE ZONES IN THESE COUNTIES AND COMMUNITIES CONTINUE TO EXIST; AND THE CONTINUATION OF ALL STAFFING GRANT FUNDING FOR FLORIDA'S HEARTLAND REDI, INC., THROUGH ENTERPRISE FLORIDA, AND PROVIDING FOR SCRIVENER'S ERRORS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, in 1994 Florida's Heartland REDI, Inc. was incorporated to promote and improve economic development in the six counties, three cities and one community designated in 2001 as Rural Areas of Critical Economic Concern; and WHEREAS, in 2001 Governor Jeb Bush, by executive order, identified the six counties of Hardee, DeSoto, Highlands, Glades, Hendry, and Okeechobee and three cities Belle Glade, South Bay, Pahokee, and the Community of Immokalee, as Rural Areas of Critical Economic Concern, and that this designation was renewed in 2006; and' WHEREAS, in 2015, Governor Rick Scott changed the designation from Rural Areas of Critical Economic Concern (RACEC) to Rural Areas of Opportunity (RAO); and, WHEREAS, the counties and local communities in Florida's Heartland REDI, Inc. region named above now request Governor Rick Scott to renew the designation of the counties and local communities as a Rural Area of Opportunity; and WHEREAS, Florida's Heartland REDI, Inc. has made great strides in improving the economic outlook for the above counties and local communities (which are sometimes referred to as the South Central Rural Area of Opportunity) by assisting with recruiting new industries, supporting infrastructure projects and working together with the counties and the local communities and other organizations such as Enterprise Florida, and the Governor's Office of Tourism, Trade and Economic Development (OTTED); and WHEREAS, notwithstanding the progress that has been made, there is still much work that needs to be done to help these six counties, three cities and one community compete economically with other parts of the state. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA: Packet Page -455- 2/23/2016 16.B.1. 1. That the designation of Rural Areas of Opportunity continue to apply to Hardee, Highlands, DeSoto, Hendry, Glades, and Okeechobee counties, the cities of Belle Glade, Pahokee, South Bay and the community of Immokalee. 2. The continuation of all staffing grant funding for Florida's Heartland REDI, Inc. through Enterprise Florida and OTTED. PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED, by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier County, Florida this day of , 2016. ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS DWIGHT E. BROCK, CLERK COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA By: By: , Deputy Clerk DONNA FIALA, CHAIRMAN Approved as to form and legality: Jennifer A. Belpedio Assistant County Attorney t_ GP Packet Page-456-