Agenda 02/26/2013 Item #16B42/26/2013 16. B.4.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Recommendation to provide approval of the submission of the attached Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application to Collier County Housing and Human
Service Department seeking additional grant funding in the amount of $83,000.00 to support
further implementation of the services provided by the ImmokaIee Business Development
Center (IBDC) and authorize the Chairman of the CRA Board to execute a Subrecipient
Agreement accepting the grant.
OBJECTIVE:
To receive approval from the BCC, acting as the CRA Board, to submit a Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) Application to the Collier County Housing and Human Service Department
seeking additional grant funding in the amount of $83,000.00 to support further implementation of
the services provided by the Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC).
CONSIDERATIONS:
The Immokalee Business Development Center was established on March 9, 2010, under Item 14A
by the BCC acting as the CRA as an economic development tool to accelerate the growth and
success of entrepreneurial enterprises through an array of business support resources and services.
The primary goal of the IBDC is to assist and educate entrepreneurs, enabling them to run
successful, self- sustaining businesses which create long -term economic growth and job creation in
Immokalee. The CRA forecasts that as the local economy strengthens recognized problems of
unemployment, low wages and narrow industry opportunities will lessen.
On April 2012, the CRA submitted a CDBG grant application requesting $360,000 for two years
of operational cost for the Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC)- $180,000 per
year. The CRA was awarded only $61,087 for one year of operational cost. The CRA is still is
in need of the additional funds and seeks operational funding for the remainder of one year for
the (IBDC). This grant will be used to support further implementation of the services provided
by the IBDC. Services for educational support which would include, but not limited to,
enhancement of the Entrepreneur School, technical assistance, workshops, and training.
On January 22, 2013, under Item 10.17, the BCC Board acting as the CRA Board, unanimously
approved a Motion to authorize the continued operation of the IBDC under the CRA- hnmokalee,
while staff is working on the process of transitioning the IBDC into an Independent Not- for -Profit
entity. If the Independent Not - for - Profit entity is not able to be created before the Subrecipient
Agreement must be executed, the Subrecipient Agreement will contains terms that allow the CRA
to assign the Subrecipient Agreement to the Independent Not - for - Profit without further CRA or
Board action.
At the March 28, 2012 meeting of the Immokalee CRA Local Advisory Board Committee, the
Committee made a motion to recommend approval to the BCC to make application for this grant
opportunity.
FISCAL IMPACT:
If awarded, up to $83,000.00 in CDBG grant funds will be held in CRA Fund 715 for further
implementation of the services provided by the Immokalee Business Development Center.
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There is no match requirement for this grant. However, leverage will be provided as follows:
$27,201.00 in -kind contribution from the Immokalee CRA and program partners; and $22,000.00
from the Immokalee CRA, Fund 186- 13824.
If awarded this grant, it is the intent of the IBDC to proceed under the terms of the grant agreement
once the program transitions into a Not -for- Profit entity without further action from the Board of
County Commissioners.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS:
This item is legally sufficient and requires a majority vote for Board action. Although this item, if
approved, allows the Chairman of the CRA to execute a Subrecipient Agreement accepting the
grant without further Board action, the Board, as the sub - grantor, will be given the opportunity to
consider the Subrecipient Agreement at a regularly scheduled Board meeting. -JBW
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT:
This grant opportunity furthers the programs and projects within budgetary and policy guidance for
the CRA and BCC of Policy 4.2 of the Future Land Use Element of the Growth Management Plan
which reads as follows: "The Immokalee Area Master Plan addresses conservation, future land use,
population, recreation, transportation, housing, and the local economy. Major purposes of the
Master Plan are coordination of land uses and transportation planning, redevelopment or renewal of
blighted areas and the promotion of economic development."
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation to the BCC acting as the CRA to provide approval of the submission of the
attached CDBG Application to the Collier County Housing and Human Services Department
seeking grant funding in the amount of $83,000.00 to support further implementation of the services
provided by the Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC) and authorize the Chairman of
the CRA Board to execute a Subrecipient Agreement accepting the grant.
PREPARED BY: Marie C. Capita, Center Manager, Immokalee Business Development Center
Attachments: 1) CDBG application.
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COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
Item Number: 16.16.B.16.B.4.
Item Summary: Recommendation to provide approval of the submission of the attached
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application to Collier County Housing and Human
Service Department seeking additional grant funding in the amount of $83,000 to support
further implementation of the services provided by the Immokalee Business Development
Center (IBDC) and authorize the Chairman of the CRA Board to execute a Subrecipient
Agreement accepting the grant.
Meeting Date: 2/26/2013
Prepared By
Name: CapitaMarie
Title: VALUE MISSING
2/14/2013 10:24:54 AM
Submitted by
Title: VALUE MISSING
Name: CapitaMarie
2/14/2013 10:24:56 AM
Approved By
Name: MuckelBradlev
Title: Project Manager,
Date: 2/15/2013 12:55:44 PM
Name: Joshua Thomas
Title: Grants Support Specialist,
Date: 2/15/2013 1:01:50 PM
Name: WhiteJennifer
Title: Assistant County Attorney,County Attorney
Date: 2/19/2013 9:31:51 AM
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Name: KlatzkowJeff
Title: County Attorney
Date: 2/19/2013 9:58:32 AM
Name: StanleyTherese
Title: Management/Budget Analyst, Senior,Office of Manage
Date: 2/19/2013 11:34:46 AM
Name: FinnEd
Title: Senior Budget Analyst, OMB
Date: 2/19/2013 5:39:20 PM
Name: OchsLeo
Title: County Manager
Date: 2/20/2013 9:45:59 AM
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CoMer Count),
Public Services Division
Housing, Human& Veteran Services
COLLIER COUNTY
HOUSING, HUMAN & VETERAN SERVICES
Reprogram of Prior Year Funds
Request for Applications
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)
HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP (HOME)
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Submit to:
Housing Human & Veteran Services
3339 Tamiami Trail East Suite 211, Naples FL 34112
Attn: EIly Soto McKuen
Submitted By: Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency - Immokalee
Proposal Title: Immokalee Business Development Center
Submit by Wednesday. February 27, 2013 no later than 3:00 pm
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
Proposal ID: Amount Requested:
Date Received: Recommendation: $
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Collier County
Request for Application
Entitlement Funds
I. INTRODUCTION
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Collier County is soliciting proposals from organizations for projects to be funded under the
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnership (HOME).
The CDBG and HOME programs are funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD). Through these programs, HUD provides entitlement funds to the County to
fund a variety of projects which aid in the development of viable communities by providing decent
housing, a suitable living environment and expanding economic opportunities, primarily for
persons of low and moderate income.
1• i completed on
expedited
II. APPLICATION INFORMATION
General Instructions
For funding consideration, all projects must meet the general eligibility requirements listed below.
1. Organizations must be located in Collier County or provide services within Collier County.
2. Organizations must be public organizations, private for profit or non- profit organizations
with an IRS 501 (C) 3 designation.
3. In addition, proposed CDBG projects must meet one of the three CDBG National Objectives:
Low Mod Income Slum & Bliaht Urggnt Need
Area Benefit Area Basis
Limited Clientele Spot Basis
Housing Urban Renewal
jobs
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CDBG Elj bgi le Activities requested:
• Acquisition of Real Property
• Economic Development-
• Public Facilities & Infrastructure Improvements
• Energy Efficiency
4. Also, proposed HOME projects must meet one of the four HOME National Objectives:
1. Provide decent affordable housing to lower income households
2. Expand capacity to nonprofit housing providers
3. Strengthen the ability of state and local governments to provide housing
4. Leverage private - sector participation
*HOME Eligible Activities requested:
• Homebuyer Programs
• Rental Housing Programs
• Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO)- Operating
• Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO)- Set -Aside
* HOME projects require a 25% match which MUST be provided by the recipient from
non - federal funds.
*CHDO's must be certified at time of application
Agencies and organizations responding to this Request for Applications (RFA) must complete the
attached funding application.
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One 1) original and three (3) copies of the completed application
package and all attachments, exhibits, and supplementary information
must be submitted to:
Collier County
Housing, Human & Veteran Services Department
3339 Tamiami Trail East
Suite 211
Naples, FL 34112
APPLICATION MUST BE RECEIVED BEFORE 3:00 P.M.
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
The application must be typed (not handwritten). Use a binder clip to secure your application
package (do not bind the application). Incomplete applications or applications submitted after the
published deadline will not be considered. Once submitted, no proposal shall be amended, unless
the amendment has been requested by the County. The County reserves the right to contact the
applicant if additional information is required.
Applicants requiring information regarding the regulations governing the CDBG and HOME
programs, or technical assistance with this application or other help should contact the Collier
County Housing, Human & Veteran Services Department at 239 - 252 -4663. This application
package is also available on Collier County website at http: /jwww.colliergov.net
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III. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
A, Operating Agreement
Organizations approved for funding will be required to sign an agreement with the County in order
to insure compliance with CDBG and HOME grant programs. Funds may not be obligated or
expended until the agreement is accepted and signed by all parties.
B. Indemnification
Organizations approved for funding must agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the
County, its officers, agents and employees from and against all liability, claims, demands, damages,
losses and expenses, including attorneys' fees, original and on appeal, arising out of, or related in
anyway to the performance of the agreement.
C. Insurance
Organizations approved for funding will be required to obtain insurance coverage, which shall
contain a provision, which forbids any cancellation, changes or material alterations without prior
notice to the County at least thirty (30) days in advance. The insurance coverage shall be evidenced
by an original certificate of insurance provided to the County prior to the execution of the
agreement. The required insurance will be specified in the written agreement.
D. Program Monitoring
Organizations approved for funding will be required to maintain documentation of project
implementation and submit required information necessary to monitor program accountability and
progress in accordance with the terms and conditions of the agreement. Monitoring will include, at
a minimum, monthly monitoring reports, on-site monitoring and compliance reports and records as
specified in the contractual agreement.
E. Notification
All applicants will be notified with an award or denial notification. Receipt of an award letter is not
a guarantee of funding. Please be aware that past funding does not guarantee future finding or
funding at the same level as previous awards.
IV. PROJECT CONSIDERATIONS
Applicants are encouraged to develop a program that has a substantial and comprehensive effect on
the needs and conditions identified in their application(s). The following factors must be taken into
consideration before preparing an application and should be clearly demonstrated in the
application.
1. The proposed project will produce a substantial impact for the community within a reasonable
period of time will have a long -term effect and not rely on future federal funding to implement
or maintain the activity, program or service.
2. The proposed project leverages funds other than CDBG /HOME program funds. The project
will be completed in a timely, cost- effective manner and be completed on an expedited
schedule. The project has sufficient funds identified and /or allocated to complete the project.
3. The proposed activity complies with one of HUD's national objectives and one of the County's
Consolidated Plan goals. (see Application Information, General Instructions) In addition, the
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application and proposed activity are consistent with the County's Growth Management Plan
and /or adopted neighborhood master plan.
4. The proposed activity or service will complement and not duplicate planned or existing
activities or services.
S. The proposed activity does not require displacement of individuals or produce any adverse
effects to the community or environment, (as applicable)
6. Applicant has the administrative capacity and experience to plan and implement the proposed
activity or service.
7. Applicants that are faith based or religious organizations agree to follow the guidelines
established in the accompanying "Acknowledgement of Religious Organization Requirements"
form by fully executing and including the document with this application.
8. Applicant has the financial capacity to continue operations until pay requests are processed by
the Cleric of Court.
V. CRITERIA FOR EVALUA'T'ION OF PROPOSALS
Proposals for the CDBG /HOME programs will be evaluated, scored and ranked based on the
following criteria and pointsystem.
Collier County Housing, Human & Veteran Services Department utilizes evaluation forms with a set
of specific criteria to evaluate all requests for competitive grant funding. In addition to the
determination of eligibility per HUD regulations, the evaluation form includes the categories as
listed below. All applications for grant funding will be scored and ranked based upon the following
criteria:
CRITERIA
MAXIMUM POINTS
Demonstrated Need
10
Proposed Outcomes
20
Readiness to Implement
30
Organizational Capacity
25
Financial Management
30
Evaluative Measures
_. 5
TOTAL
120
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EVALUATION CRITERIA
A. Description of Categories
1. Demonstrated Need: (Maximum Combined Points; "10 ")
The category will be evaluated in terms of the documentation and justification of the need
for the activity.
• Has articulated a rationale for the project related to the project's purpose(s). The
applicant should explain how the project will address the stated national
objectives
• Has determined the demand for the project. This may include a market analysis of
the target population and /or community(ies)
2. Proposed Outcomes: (Maximum Points: "20 ")
The category will be evaluated in terms of the goals, objectives and activities planned to
complete the activity, the numbers served versus the cost and the sustainability of the
activity.
• Project Goals and Objectives respond to identified problems, needs, and
community demand as determined by the applicant
• Project Goals, Objectives and Activities should be achievable, measurable, time -
limited, and clearly stated
• Project Goals, Objectives and Activities evidence the project's value and facilitate
the applicant's organizational goals and objectives
• Work Plan clearly constructed and complete; to provide a clear understanding as
to how the project will be implemented
• Has demonstrated an understanding of the obstacles that may be encountered in
developing and implementing the project, and describes, in detail, the approaches
that will be employed to overcome such obstacles
Readiness to Implement: (Maximum Points: "30 ")
The category will be evaluated on the basis on the ability to commence
the project and expend funds during FY2012 -2013.
• Has listed tasks in a logical order that demonstrate a feasible work plan
• Has identified staff, board members, partners responsible for implementation
• Has available resources needed to implement proposed activity
• Has demonstrated ability to complete projects or tasks in a timely manner
4. Organizational Capacity: (Maximum Points: "25 ")
The category will be evaluated on the basis on the experience of the applicant, and
experience in undertaking projects of similar complexity as the one for which funds are
being requested.
• Demonstrates capability, experience, and knowledge (i.e. managerial and technical)
to implement the project
• Roles and responsibilities are clearly defined and there is documentation that each
member understands and accepts its role
• Identifies and describes contributions of key project personnel, including the
specific respective roles, time commitment., contributions, services provided and
memorandums of agreement may be provided
• Demonstrates success from past performance with grant funding
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• Commitment to the project by participating institutions, professional staff or other
key institutions or individuals
• Anticipated cost participation including direct funding, in -ldnd and staffing support
after federal funding ends
• Evidence of long -term commitment /project "buy in" at high levels and community
support
S. Financial Management: (Maximum Points: "30 ")
The category will be evaluated by the applicant's ability to demonstrate their plans to
sustain the project; utilize funds and manage them appropriately and leverage sources of
funds.
• Costs of implementing the work plan are congruent with the proposed budget
• Budget reflects an understanding of the required costs to implement and maintain
the project
• Need for equipment, supplies, contractual services, and other budget items are well
justified in terms of the project goal(s), objectives, and proposed activities
• Outlines a realistic plan for sustainability after government support ends
• Documents ability to secure other sources of funding
• Demonstrates an established accounting system
• Demonstrates the financial ability to fund the project until reimbursements
completed by the Clerk of Courts
6, Evaluative Measures: ( "5" Points)
The category will be evaluated on the applicant's ability to collect data to measure the
outcomes of the activities and the project as a whole.
• Provides a clear evaluation plan with performance measurements
• Demonstrates long term support of project
• Demonstrates how outcome measures will meet national or program objectives
• Evaluation plan demonstrates "value- added" or "community value" to Collier County
*Please Note* Applications that are not signed or complete will be
rejected. Only complete applications will be scored.
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To the best of my knowledge and belief, data in this proposal is true and correct.
I have been duly authorized to apply for this funding on behalf of this agency. I understand that this
grant funding is conditioned upon compliance with federal CDBG /HOME regulations and/ or state
regulations.
I grant Collier County HHVS access, with notice, to review agency records, make site visit(s), and
make other inquiries related to this application.
Name /Signature:
Donna Fiala
(Please Print) (Signature)
Title: CRA Board Chair
Date Signed:
M EST.
DWIGIJT E. BROCK, CIO&
Approved gig W t*rm & 100rti SufOlolonoy
A;SIgtant County A90MOV y
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Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)- lmmokalee, Immokalee Business Development
Center
COLLIER COUNTY — February 2013
HHVS GRANT APPLICATION COVER CHECKLIST
Please place this checklist on top of your application. Submit the following pages in the
order outlined below plus required exhibits and any attachments.
APPLICATION CHECKLIST
® Applicant /Organization Information
® Project Information
® Project Description
❑ Map
® Demonstrated Need /Project Outcomes
® Scope of Services
® Readiness to Implement
® Proposed Project Timetable
® Experience & Capacity
® Evaluative Measures
® Budget /Financial Feasibility
® Budget
® Exhibits ( #1 -13)
®1. 501 (c) (3) IRS Tax Exemption Letter
02. Articles of Incorporation
03. By'Laws
® 4. Organizational Chart
05. List of Board of Directors
® b. Resumes, Pay Scales with Job Descriptions
7. State of Florida Certificate of Good Standing
® 8. Board Resolution authorizing submittal of grant application
09. Most recent financial statement
®10. Acknowledgement of Religious Organization Requirements (attached)
® 11. Debarment letter (attached)
®12. Match /Leverage Award Letters /Evidence of Fund Availability (if applicable)
® 13. Procurement Policy (if applicable)
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Select Category and funding source for this application
CDBG FUNDING:
Acquisition, Disposition: - Check the activity to be undertaken
❑ Acquisition of Real Property
Matrix Code: 01 Outcome: Acquisition- Public Facility
Economic Development - Check the activity to be undertaken:
® Micro - Enterprise Assistance
Matrix Code: 18C Outcome: Low /Mod Area- Business
Housing Programs- Check the activity to be undertaken:
❑ Rehab: Energy Efficiency Improvements
Matrix Code: 14F Outcome: Low /Mod- Housing Units
❑ Rehab: Single Unit Residential
Matrix Code: 14A Outcome: Low /Mod- Housing Units
❑ Rehab: Administration
Matrix Code: 14H Outcome: Low /Mod- Housing Units
Public Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements- Check the activity to be undertaken:
❑ Homeless Facilities - Rehabilitation
Matrix Code: 03C Outcome: Law /Mod - Clientele
❑ Neighborhood Facilities - Rehabilitation
Matrix Code: 03E Outcome: Low /Mod - Clientele
Public Service Activities - Check the activity to be undertaken:
❑ TBRA Administration
HOME FUNDING- HOMEPROJECTSREQUIREA25 %MATCH.
Housing Activities -Check activity to be undertaken
❑ i-iomebuyer Programs
❑ Rental Housing Programs
Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) -Check activity to be
undertaken
❑ CHDO- Operating
❑ CHDO- Set -Aside
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COLLIER COUNTY
HOUSING, HUMAN & VETERAN SERVICES
GRANT APPLICATION
Organization Name: Collier Country Community Redevelopment Agency - Immokalee
Organization Mailing Address: 1320 N 15th Street, Ste. 2. Immokalee. FL 34142
Physical Address if different:
Phone:
Contact Person /Title:
Contact Email Address:
Phone:
239 - 867 -4121
Bradley Muckel. Interim Executive Director
BradleyMucl(el@colliergov.net
239 - 867 -4121
Federal Tax ID #: 59- 6000558
DUNS #: 076997790
CCSR #: N/A
1. Is your organization a private non - profit with SO1(c) (3) status? YesO No®
Years in Operation:
2. If your organization or agency faith based?
Yes[] No®
Identify national or state affiliation and provide your mission statement. Please state the
primary activities currently provided by your organization. All faith -based organizations must
complete and attach Acknowledgement of Religious Organization Requirements. (Exhibit 10)
The Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is a public entity created by
Collier County pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes in March of 2000 to alleviate slum and
blight in two separate Redevelopment Areas within Collier County: The Bayshore Gateway
Triangle Redevelopment Area and the Immokalee Redevelopment Area. Under Florida law
(Chapter 163, Part 11I), local governments are able to designate areas as Community
Redevelopment Areas when certain conditions exist. Since all the monies used in financing CRA
activities are locally generated, CRA's are not overseen by the State, but redevelopment plans
must be consistent with local government comprehensive plans.
Mission Statement: "Those of us who live and work in Immokalee envision a great future for
our town. We see new business and job opportunities in international trade and distribution,
agri- business, ecotourism, recreation and entertainment, and the construction industry. We see
Immokalee as an attractive, clean community with affordable workforce housing, neighborhood
parks, and outstanding schools - a place where people walls and bicycle to do their errands, and
where parents are returning to classrooms to finish their education and master new job skills.
Main Street will have a Latin flavor plazas, outdoor cafes, shops, and entertainment attracting
both the local community and the tourists who come to explore our unique ecology or gamble at
the Casino."
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This mission drives the goals of the Collier County (Immokalee) CRA which are capital projects,
economic development, housing, infrastructure, natural resources, land use and urban design,
and inter -local and intergovernmental coordination.
The first goal develops an annual priority list of capital projects needed in the Immokalee
community.
The second goal makes economic development a priority, and the objectives and policies set
forth specific ways to promote and diversify the local economy and create a positive business
climate. As this is a major focus for the community, there are five objectives that deal with the
issue.
The third goal and its objective and policies deal with housing. Mobile homes have historically
provided a significant percentage of the housing in Immokalee, and have provided affordable
homes. Adequate housing foi• farm workers must continue to be addressed. Gap housing or
"market- rate" housing, which provides housing for middle -class families, has been historically
underrepresented in the Immokalee market. Affordable and workforce housing will continue to
be needed in the community.
The fourth goal and set of objectives address infrastructure and public services. Parks and
recreational opportunities to serve the young families in Immokalee are the first public
infrastructure item discussed. Transportation is a major component of any community's public
infrastructure needs, and while county-wide issues are still dealt with in the county
Transportation Element, this portion addresses Immokalee's local roads and needed public
safety improvements to protect pedestrians and bicyclists. Other important public services
include stormwater management and solid waste, which are addressed as well.
The fifth goal and related objective deals with natural resource protection and how to promote
eco- tourism within Immokalee. While the Conservation and Coastal Management Element still
applies, significant natural resources within the Immokalee Urban Area and ecotourism
opportunities are addressed here.
Land use is an integral component of any master plan, and the sixth goal and its objective and
policies deal with this issue. Mixed -use, pedestrian- scaled development is important, as is
allowing development in appropriate locations, at densities and intensities that will attract new
development.
Urban form and design are addressed in the seventh goal. These objectives and policies are
generally concerned with how to create a theme or brand for Immokalee, provide safe multi -
modal transportation, and develop site design and development standards appropriate for
Immokalee, rather than continuing to apply standards developed for coastal Collier.
The eighth and final goal, objective, and related policies are concerned with inter -local and
intergovernmental coordination, to address current service issues and to continue
collaboration with appropriate organizations in the future."
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3. List recent agency accomplishments. (Please be brief)
Commercial Fapade Grant
Another LAMP objective under Economic Development is to provide financial incentives to
businesses in Immokalee. The CRA implemented the Commercial Fagade Grant Program in October
of 2008, Since that time, 18 fagade grants have been awarded to local businesses in Immokalee for
a total of $256,367. Currently 2 businesses have open applications for the facade grant. The
program has continues to grow businesses begin to see increased consumer traffic by making their
store fronts more attractive.
State Enterprise Zone
Above and beyond the activities of the IBDC, CRA staff facilitated direct procedural and technical
assistance for the State Enterprise Zone (EZDA) Program assistance to 231 new and existing
businesses in our EZone. As a direct result of this program, during 2011, seventy - seven (77) new
jobs were created and $45,649.82 in Tax Incentives was awarded to businesses within the EZone.
Rural Area of Critical L'conomic Concern (RACEQ
During September2011, the BCC approved a Resolution to petition Governor Scott to extend the
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 RACK designation. 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 was required in 2011.
Based on the regional approach championed during the 2005 Road map 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.
Marketing
The Marketing Department, made up of private sector vendors, has been actively and aggressively
promoting Immokalee as a regional commercial and trade hub for businesses seeking to locate or
expand into Southwest Florida. Both traditional media vehicles and new social media tools were
utilized.
The Collateral Brochure was developed to inform potential businesses about Federal, State,
County and CRA incentives available to a business considering Immokalee as a potential site;
commercial land for lease or for sale in and around the Urban Area; and provide an image of the
flavor and potential of the community. This too] has been widely used the CRA, the Chamber of
Commerce and the Airport Authority. To date, the collateral brochure is the most successful piece
of information for the CRA in marketing Immokalee and for businesses taking advantage of the
various incentives.
Hospitality/Tourism
In light of the fact that it has been documented that 1.7 million people visited the Seminole Casino
in Immokalee during 2010, and that the Seminole Casino has not moved forward with the
construction of the proposed 21 story hotel, the CRA retained a private consulting firm to conduct a
Hospitality Feasibility Study for the Immokalee Community. The study revealed that a 60 to 80 bed
mid range unit would be highly profitable prompting staff to begin marketing to investors toward
the development of a hotel to accommodate visitors.
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Diversify Housing Stock
Housing takes several forms in the current market While seeking to provide a diversity of safe and
sanitary housing for all residents of the Immokalee Urban area, and seeking partnerships toward
the development of market rate housing for future growth, staff is concerned with substandard
housing in Immokalee.
A very definitive effort in the housing area was accomplished via a partnership with the Housing
Collaborative in Immokalee. A grant from the CRA and the Community Foundation and in
partnership with the Collier County Housing Authority, the Empowerment Alliance of Southwest
Florida, I HOPE and Immokalee Housing and Family Services provided funding to conduct an
Immokalee Housing Condition Inventory - 2011. The first since 2004, the study has provided the
basis to define both the housing needs and the need for a housing rehabilitation program.
The study revealed that close to 90 percent of the homes in Immokalee are now in standard to
excellent condition. It was found that 86% of the housing units were determined to be in standard
condition compared to 57% in the 2004 study, an overall 29 percent increase in the duality of
housing in Immokalee over the past seven years.
Roadway Projects
In April 2011, the Immokalee CRA submitted a grant proposal to the Collier County Housing:,
Human and Veteran Services Department (HHVS) for funding to improve the crosswalks within
Immokalee's Central Business District. This effort came as a result of the outcry from community
leaders to resolve the problem of unusually high vehicle - pedestrian incident rates throughout this
corridor. In June, 2011 the CRA was notified that they will be awarded the full requested grant
amount of $140,000. This funding will cover the cost of performing a pedestrian study along Main
Street (SR 29) and South First Street in order to ascertain the optimal locations for crosswalks and
the most effective pedestrian crossing devices for the physical characteristics of each area. The
grant funds will also cover the cost of the installation of up to 9 pedestrian crossing devices. This
project is slated to go out for bid in early 2012 for a completion date of mid 2012.
Stormwater and Drainage
The Immokalee CRA was awarded $3.5 million in Disaster Recovery Initiative (DRI) funds from the
HHVA for Phase I of the project. The land (11.25 acres) has been purchased for Phase 1, the
Construction has begun on the project with December 2012 as the targeted completion date.
The Immokalee CRA made a request for an additional $2.1 million to shore up this project and to
begin the engineering for the next phase of the Immokalee Storm water Master Plan (ISWMP). The
contract between the CRA and the BCC for the DRI Round II funds was signed at the December 13,
2011 Board meeting. Round li funds will be utilized to place much needed stormwater and
drainage improvements on Immokalee Drive.
Lighting and Beautification Municipal Service Taxing Unit (MSTU)
During 2010, the Immokalee Lighting and Beautification MSTU and the CRA finalized the
partnership and the Ordinance that expands the MSTU boundaries to the limits of the entire CRA
boundary, and to include streets, sidewalks, drainage, lighting and beautification in order to use the
funds of both the CRA and the MSTU to meet those needs. October, 2011, the CRA assumed the
duties of managing the Immokalee MSTU. The MSTU Committee participated in an Operational
Plan Workshop to define their goals and objectives and provide guidance for the direction of staff.
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Land Development Regulations (LDR)
The CRA, working with the Collier County Planning Commission and consultants, RWA, Inc.,
developed an Interim Land Development Code (LDC) process that will help to promote and support
development and redevelopment initiatives in the Immokalee area. On June 8, 2010, the BCC
adopted the Interim LDC to facilitate development until new land development codes are in place.
The Immokalee LDC are in the final stages of review at the local level. The LDC for Immokalee will
not be submitted for review until the LAMP has been approved by the BCC.
Public Realm /Town Design
On June 11, 2010, the Immokalee CRA won the 2010 Award of Merit for a Public Study for the
Public Realm and Town Design with Form Based Guidelines from the Florida Planning and Zoning
Association at the 58th Annual Conference in Sarasota, Fl. These documents define the vision of
Immokalee in the 21st Century. The Public Realm /Town Design included two plazas, an
intermediate and long -range conceptual design plan for the landscaping on Main Street, a design for
the downtown commercial district and form based guidelines to aid in the development of Land
Development Codes
The CRA purchased a parcel of land at the corner of 901 Street and Main Street for the purposes of
constructing one of the plazas. During 2011, the fencing around the parcel has been moved to the
back parameter, the old tower and invasive vegetation and refuse have all been removed in hopas
that citizens will begin to use the parcel for picnics or other public uses. The CRA also received
Community Development Block Grant funding to purchase land at the corner of 1.St Street and Main
Street and establish an entry way into the Immokalee Community.
Coordination with Regulatory Agencies
Many intergovernmental coordination partnerships were forged during 2010 and remained strong.
through 2011. The Airport Authority, the County Manager's Office (and Departments under his
supervision), the Clerk of Courts (Finance Department), MSTU, nonprofit organizations, private
citizens and civic organizations, Florida Department of Agriculture, FHREDI, the Governor's Office
on Trade and Tourism (formerly OTTED), U.S. HUD, U.S. SBA and local businesses.
Immolcalee Business Development Center (IBDG)
On March 9, 2010, the Collier County BCC, acting as the CRA, approved the Imm
creation of the IBDC. The center opened its doors to the public in March of 2011 Kff
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with funding from CDBG, the Immokalee CRA, and a multitude of partnerships
with banks, educational institutions, and the Immokalee Chamber of Commerce. tmmolwteeBuslnest
Dsvelopmrnt Center
During that brief first year, the IBDC has created and /or expanded thirteen new
businesses in Immokalee, documented the creation of 5
new, permanent, full time positions, graduated three
classes from its Entrepreneur School, and has trained more
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The thirteen businesses currently enrolled in the IBDC
two -year program are either new start -up businesses or
local businesses seeking expansion. These include;
Cynthia's Cleaning Company: Once enrolled in the
program, the IBDC assisted this entrepreneur by providing
technical assistance on becoming a Florida corporation, opening and managing a business account
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with a financial institution, procuring proper insurance, and training on procuring government
contracts. Cynthia's Cleaning Company had 1 contract when she started and now has a total of 8
contracts and remains in the IBDC meeting milestones.
Manuel Padilla, Inc.: With the assistance and services provided by IBDC, Manual Padilla, Inc., an
Immokalee Contractor, was certified as a Section 3 and MBE Business and subsequently was
awarded two sub - contracting contracts and was able to hire locals workers from the Immokalee
community.
Kids In Motion Academy of the Arts, Inc.: This local business came to the IBDC seeking to expand
her day -care operation. She immediately incorporated and obtained a
business account at a financial institution. As a result of the extensive
marketing the owners have outgrown their home daycare business and
are ready to relocate to a larger facility.
Sigurani Fitness and Dance, LLC: This is a brand new start -up business
operated by a recent graduate of I -TECH. Although a skilled dancer and
teacher, the entrepreneur needed assistance with the development of a
business plan, incorporation, insurance, occupational license and space
for a dance school. With IBDC guidance, the business was able to lease a
space from RCMA to open a dance school and fitness studio in Immokalee and is off to a running
start. She remains enrolled in the IBDC. On February 16, 2012, the community was invited to a
ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening of the only dance studio in Immokalee.
DCEvents: This Immokalee entrepreneur decided to open a party planning company. After
completion of the Entrepreneur School his free lance operation has been recruited to
coordinate /plan the events forthe Immokalee Harvest Festival as well as quinceanera.
Vecona, Inc.: Two resident of Miami read about the IBDC on the 1MMBIZ web slte and came to
Immokalee to enroll and open their food canning business. This business makes organic, gourmet
vegetable pastes.
Airboats &Alligators at the Lalre Trafford Marina. A local landmark seeks to expand its business
by increasing its market base. The milestones for this company is to put on a new face, beef up
marketing and increase the numbers of tourist attracted to the company.
Divine Inspiration Administrative Services: Another of the new businesses in Immokalee, this
entrepreneur opened a multi- service clerical company.
Other activities of the highly successful IBDC during 2011 include,
IBDC Computer Lab: Suncoast Teachers Federal Credit Union donated
ten desktop computers to the IBDC. As of April 2011, IBDC will open its
doors to the computer Lab and will offer courses in QuickBooks, On -line
Marketing Tools, and Microsoft Office application. The lab is available by
appointment to assist local small business owners with on -line
certification applications for government contracts.
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IBDC Entrepreneur School
The IBDC facilitates an Entrepreneur School which is a six week
class developed to assist the entrepreneurs in evaluating their
idea and teach them basic business skills and techniques. The
class provides them with the management and organizational
skills needed to be successful. During the six weeks, student
learn business basic, small business management planning,
small business marketing, basic booldceeping, the essentials of
a business plan, and how to finance a small business.
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2011 Builders'Expo
The IBDC hosted the first builders' expo in Immokalee,
The goal of the Builders' Expo was to connect local
vendors, purchasers, general contractors, developers,
builders, local tradesmen, and procurement specialist.
There were 43 attendees at this event networking with
each other and fostering new business relationships.
IBDC & U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Signing Ceremony
On January 20, 2012, the District Director of the United States Small Business
Administration (SBA), Francisco Marrero, came from Miami to sign a partnership
agreement with the IBDC. This partnership will enable the IBDC to provide even
greater resources to people who want to start or expand their businesses.
Section 3 Compliance Workshop
On September 16, 2011, the IBDC staff invited the U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
Miami District Office staff to facilitate a Section 3 HUD Compliance Workshop for county staff.
Twenty - eight County staff attended the training along with local businesses. This workshop was
instrumental in providing information to IBDC
participant, Manual Padilla, to facilitate his being
_ Awarded Sub - contracting contracts as a certified
Section 3 business with Contractor D.N. Higgins for
the immokalee Storm water Project and Bayshore
Gateway Stormwater Project.
The IBDC, in Partnership with Florida Community Bank and One by One Leadership, created the
IBDC Mircroenterprise Loan Fund (MLF). Florida Community Bank donated $10,000.00 of their
Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) funds to seed the development o the loan program to provide
small loans to new and existing small businesses that are not able to obtain financing through
conventional sources. Loan proceeds are typically used for inventory purchases, working capital,
deliver on purchase orders, and acquisition of machinery or fixtures.
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Agency Organizational information:
The Collier County BCC serves as the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA). The
CRA is subject to all of the policies and procedures of the County, which may not be explicitly
directed as policies of the CRA, but which functions to govern the BCC and all of Its subagents.
(See attached Exhibit 4)
4. Agency has annual board orientation & trainingpolicy? N/A Yes❑ No❑
S. Agency has written personnel, fiscal /procurement & implemented policy ?* Yes® No❑
*Housing, Human & Veteran Services will review item S upon award.
6. Agency has a written operating procedures manual? Yes® No❑
* Housing, Human & Veteran Services will review item 6 upon award.
7. Agency agrees to participate in the Continuum of Care Homeless Management Information
System (HMIS) (as applicable.) N/A Yes❑ No❑
Agency agrees to the Data Quality Standard of HMIS as applicable. N/A Yes❑ No❑
B. If currently funded by HHVS, has the agency submitted monthly reports and met its contractual
requirements in a timely manner?
® submitted all reports and met all performance objectives.
❑ submitted most of the required reports on time and met some performance objectives.
❑ submitted less than half of the required reports on time; have had project delays or
unresolved monitoring findings.
Agency Financial Information
Agency maintains the following records:
9.
Cash Recei p "� ts'our nal
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Yes z
NO❑
10.
Cash Disbursements journal
Yes®
No❑
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General Ledger
Yes®
No❑
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Charts of Accounts
Yes®
No❑
13.
Payroll journal and Individual Payroll Records
Yes®
No❑
14.
Individual Personnel Files
Yes®
No❑
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Written Procurement Procedures
Yes®
No❑
16,
Capital Inventory
Yes®
No❑
17.
Written Travel Policy
Yes®
No❑
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17. Grievance Policy Yes® No❑
18, Property Control Policy and Records Yes® Nor]
17. Drug Free Woric Place Policy Yes® Non
18. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Yes® No❑
19. Has the agency submitted a prior year external audit and resolved any audit findings?
® Agrees to submit audits every year during contract.
❑ Latest Audit attached
The CRA is a Collier County Affiliate. See attached County Audit that pertains to the CRA.
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Project Name: Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDCI
Type of Funding Requested: Check all that may appty
CDBG x
HOME
Amount of Funding Requested: $ 83.000.00
Total Project Cost: $171348.00 (Total annual operational cost for one .gear
1. Provide a brief summary of the proposed activity. include map if site specific.
On April 2012, the CRA submitted a CDBG grant application requesting $360,000 for two
years of operational cost for the Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC)- $180,000
per year. The CRA was awarded only $61,088 for one year of operational cost. The CRA is
still is in need of the additional funds and seeks operational funding for the remainder of
one year for the (IBDC).
The IBDC facilitates the growth and development of businesses in the Immokalee community. This
program provides existing and emerging micro- enterprises with technical assistance and an array
of businesses resources at no cost to the participants. The center provides hands -on- management
assistance, education, information, technical and vital business support services, networking
resources, and financial resources. The IBDC is committed to implementing programs that lowers
the financial and educational costs of starting a new business for entrepreneurs, particularly with
emphasis on moderate and low - income entrepreneurs. Business owners are given a one -stop shop
for assistance while they go through the most high -risk aspects of starting their business. The
IBDC's primary goal is to assist and educate entrepreneurs, enabling them to leave the business
development center with the proper tools to be successful and self sustaining businesses.
Through the business development process, the IBDC seeks to address the recognized problems of
unemployment, low wages and narrow industry opportunities for the workers of Immokalee by
providing a supportive environment in which new mircro- enterprises can succeed through
training, networking, and multi- agency partnerships.
21 Has work begun on any part of this project? Yes® No❑
If yes, (i.e. Has the contracted activities been competitively bid? Is the
contractor a certified Section 3 business? Has an Environmental Review been performed7)
The IBDC was opened on March 2011 and has been continuously providing technical assistance and
business support to the Immokalee community. Currently there are thirteen businesses enrolled in
the program looking for assistance in start -up or expansion. Local potential entrepreneurs have
frequently contacted the IBDC office seeking information on the program and enrollment.
Partnerships and agreements have been formed or are in the process of being arranged with
different educational institutions and organizations. The IBDC has solidified partnerships with
following agencies:
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• Immokalee Chamber of Commerce
• National Business Incubator Association
• Florida Business Incubator Association
• US Small Business Administration (SBA)
• FGCU Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
• SCORE
• Empowerment Alliance of Southwest Florida
• Florida Community Bank
• Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA)
• Southwest Florida Workforce Development Board, Inc,
(Exhibit 14: Memorandums of Understanding)
Explain why CDBG /HOME funds are needed for this activity.
The CRA has identified a unique and proven method to improve the business and economic climate
in Immokalee, which was the creation of the IBDC. The milestones and success stories from the one
year operation of the business development center proves that this unique method will be a driving
force in changing the economic conditions in Immokalee to help micro- enterprises. The effects of
the recession have left this low -wage, limited opportunity area in need of job opportunities now
more than ever. The additional funds are needed to continue with the program's goal which is to
create long -term economic growth and job creation in Immokalee by addressing the problem of
unemployment and narrow industry opportunities in Immokalee.
The funds will be used for salary support for key employees to operate the business development
center and to provide hands -on- management assistance, workshops and training, information
technology, technical assistance, and vital business support services, The CPA believes using CDBG
funding for economic development by helping micro - enterprises in Immokalee would achieve one
of the three (3) HUD [National Objectives, benefiting low- and - moderate income persons, create
jobs, as well as further the objectives of Collier County and the Redevelopment Plan.
4. List any MBE /WBE (minority business enterprises /woman business enterprises) or DBE
(disadvantaged business enterprises or Section 3) expected to be utilized in this activity.
humoka'3ee llas a population of 24,154. viii Cf, t hi.°i total, 1Q,26? are Hispapic or Latino and 100802
are female. Based on the demographics of the area, MBE's and WBE's are encouraged and targeted
in marketing techniques and promotional strategies for training. While in the programs, firms are
provided with workshop /training on how to become Section 3, MBE, WBE, and HUBZone certified.
Total number of persons to benefit directly from this activity:
The total number of beneficiaries is dependent upon the size and the amount of the participants
that are enrolled in the IBDC. Currently, the IBDC has ten (13) participants enrolled in the
program. We anticipate in enrolling an additional three (3) to four (4) new participants during
the upcoming year. Each of the new enrollees expect to have a workforce of between one (1) to
two (2) fulitime employees each, Of these, a minimum of one (1) position is expected to be
opportunities for persons without relevant training or experience, and are expected to
primarily serve the unskilled /LMI populations.
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During a regular funding cycle, the above numbers would be used to calculate the number of
LMI expected to benefit from the requested funds. However, the length of time for the project
has been limited to six months and as such, IBDC expects a minimum of two (2) LMI persons to
directly benefit from the CDBG funds being requested. The participants in the IBDC will have
many indirect beneficiaries as capital is spent in Immokalee and tax revenues are generated for
Collier County through increase in productive space and the businesses expand and relocate
into other open market locations in the Immokalee area.
OWhat is the targeted income range for this activity?
LMI Persons and Households. (A LMI Household is defined as having less than 80% of the area
median income.) The IBDC will use the HUD Income Guideline in determining LMI Persons and
Household.
OHow will applicants /beneficiaries be deemed eligible for this activity?
Prospective clients are considered for admission to the IBDC without regard to race, sex, age, or
disability. All prospective clients are required to complete an application form(s) for admission
and to submit a written Business Plan or a one page Executive Summary for review by the IBDC
Center Manager and Director. During review, the following items are examined: potential
viability, number of job created, demographic served, and overall economic benefits to the
community. After review, the IBDC Manager presents prospective clients to the Community
Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Board (or their designee) for final approval for admission. Each
potential firm or individual is reviewed for overall viability and potential for success, as well as
the ability to serve the desired demographic. The need for the product /service in the
community, the individuals determination and passion for the business, and whether the
individual is coachable are also factors that are considered when interviewing a potential
participant. Projects that meet the thresholds established by the IBDC are eligible to participate
in the business incubation process. Businesses are required to complete CDBG income eligibility
forms for all applicants to employment in the IBDC business
Following submission of the Business Plan or Executive Summary, the IBDC Manager will
review and determine, in conjunction with the applicant, an expected date of graduation from
the IBDC program. Applicants can expect to continue to receive IBDC assistance for a maximum
of two (2) years. Periodic evaluations of businesses are conducted and staff is available to
assist.
OHow will applicants /beneficiaries be income qualified for this activity?
For job creation, the IBDC will use the HUD Income Guideline in determining LMI Persons and
Households. Applicants will be asked to provide documents such as current years W2 or Tax
Return, copies of paycheck stubs, and copy of voucher or award letter if individual is on Public
Assistant.
6, If a waiting list of clients to be served is maintained, please describe the method of selection,
ranking or preference if any.
Potential firms are served on a first -come, first- served basis in accordance with their ability
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to meet the qualifications described above (potential viability, number of job created,
demographic served, and overall economic benefits to the community.)
1. What is the need or problem your agency intends to address?
Describe the problem using local data & information.
Immokalee is designated by the Florida Governor's Office of Trade, Tourism and Economic
Development (OTTED) as a Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern (RACEC) and as a Rural
Enterprise 'Lone (EZDA). Immokalee is a rural, economically depressed area that is starting
to realize some gradual economic growth, but still lacking stable, employment opportunities
that pay a living wage. One of the main barriers to the start -up and expansion of business
enterprises in Immokalee is the lack of a full time loiown resource conveniently located in
the enterprise zone to assist start -up and expansion of existing businesses,
According to the 2010 Census, Immokalee has a population of 24,154, of which nearly
41.2% live below the federal poverty level.. Immolcalee's median household income in
2010 was $23,897, versus Florida's median household income of $47,661 and the US
median household income of $51,914. The Per Capita Income in Immokalee is $9,948
compared with Florida's Per Capita Income of $26,551 and the US Per Capita Income of
$27,334. (Source: 2010 Census Bureau Fact Sheet)
Immokalee has a very young workforce (the average age of a worker in Immokalee is 24.7
years old) which is largely unskilled and is seasonal in nature (the seasonal population
influx has been estimated as being as high as 84% for the Immokalee area). Florida
industry has evolved to be receptive —if not dependent upon- seasonal populations based
on tourism, and thus, many business opportunities, models, and knowledge exists where
there is tourism -based population swell. However, the migratory nature of the workforce in
Immokalee is one where the population does not have a disposable income, rather, aside
from spending on essential goods and services, much of the capital raised in Immokalee
through agricultural production are sent to outside of Immokalee.
I'Tile iBDC seeks to addre ss }L,« general problem o f a weak economic and business climate i n
Immokalee, and to address some of the barriers to entry for new micro - enterprises. A full
time presence and full business plan support would greatly increase the number of
successful start -ups. It is the intent of the 1BDC to address these problems through the
implementation of the business development center where environmental and social
conditions can be addressed and overcome through a combination of support, education,
and business guidance and assistance. The additional funds will permit the IBDC to attain
the tools needed to continue promoting business growth, job creation, proper working
environment and economic growth and stimulus for the Immokalee community.
The need for the promotion of economic development and job creation has been identified
in the Collier County Comprehensive Plan. This grant opportunity furthers the programs
and projects within budgetary and policy guidance for the CRA and BCC of Policy 4.2 of
the Future Land Use Element of the Growth Management Plan which reads as follows:
"The Immokalee Area Master Plan addresses conservation, future land use, population,
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recreation, transportation, housing, and the local economy. Major purposes of the Master
Plan are coordination of land uses and transportation planning, redevelopment or renewal
of blighted areas and the promotion of economic development."
2. List your goals /objectives, activities to implement and expected outcomes.
(# of units; # of individuals; etc).
The goals /objectives of the IBDC is to provide (1) a full time known resource conveniently
located in the enterprise zone to assist start -up; and (2) expansion of existing businesses.
The IBDC will enable small business owners to develop their businesses here, receive the
assistance they need here, hire local talent here, and provide useful service to the people in
the rural Immokalee community.
IBDC will provide services to participants both onsite (the IBDC office) and offsite (at the
business location)
On -site technical assistance services:
• Business planning,
• Book keeping,
• Licensing,
• Information technology
• insurance
• Legal assistance
• Procurement (negotiator to help buyers of equipment, parts, materials, and supplies
make efficient purchase)
Mentoring programs
Marketing assistance
Workshop /training on business topics
Business management and presentation training
Networking with other businesses and community officials
In providing these services to the community, the IBDC expects to create long -term
economic growth and job creation in Immokalee, as well as revitalize neighborhoods,
commercialize emerging technologies and strengthen the local and regional economies.
Because of the length of time provided by the Granting Agency for each project, the IBDC
expects to create 1 new company, each expects to have a workforce between one (1) to two
(2) fulltime employees, creating 2 jobs. Of these, a minimum are expected to be
opportunities for persons without relevant training or experience, and are expected to
primarily serve the unskilled /LMI populations.
3. Describe the service area /neighborhood and how you will reach out to the target population.
The IBDC is located within a federally designated as a Historically Underutilized Business
Zone (HUBZone). Contracting program provides federal contracting opportunities for
qualified small business within the zone. This program fosters the growth of federal
contractors. Immolalee is a designated Rural Enterprise Zone. The CRA is an Enterprise
Zone Development Agency (EZDA). Businesses locating here may be eligible for jobs tax
credit, corporate, sales and use tax credits, sales tax refunds for machinery, equipment, and
building materials.
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These incentives will allow the IBDC to attract a wide range of businesses in which to serve
Immokalee and the County. The CRA and the IBDC has developed a marketing plan for
reaching out to potential entrepreneurs and businesses in the area and for disseminating
news and information about the Center's activities. This plan includes the use of all local
newspapers, local new media, word of mouth, and the CRA and IBDC webpage, immbiz.com.
The CRA has also retained the services of Steve Hart Communications, a professional
marketing firm familiar with the greater Immokalee area to market the IBDC.
4. Please describe any anticipated obstacles you may encounter and how you expect to
overcome them?
There are several obstacles such as the lack of available infrastructure for new businesses,
education and training, regulatory barriers, lack of available financing for new businesses,
and high impact fees that can hinder the outcome of this program. All of these factors are
things that can directly impact the success of any business. In order to have the
highest likelihood of success, for the business development center as an entity and
for the firms to which it is serving, the IBDC will:
a. Apply for grants that will provide funding for the IBDC to build a structure to not
only house the business development center, but that will provide local
businesses with lease space.
b. Form partnership with universities, technical schools, governmental agencies,
and other organizations to facilitate training, workshops, and mentoring in the
business development center.
c. Inform participants of programs such as the Impact Fee Reimbursement
Program and the Deferred Impact Fee Program.
d. Implementation of a Microenterprise Loan Guaranty Program to assist new and
existing small business owners who are unable to access credit provided by
banks and other traditional lenders.
An additional challenge is the limited media resources in the Immokalee
community. Making the community aware of the program and the resources
available can be a difficult task. To that end, the IBDC has contact several outside
media outlet -WINK News, Immokalee Bulletin, and Naples Dailey News- to solicit
their services in bringing awareness to the program.
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION (please be brief)
The Immokalee CPA has implemented a business development center- the
"Immokalee Business Development Center" (IBDC). imm
The IBDC Program is an economic development tool designed to facilitate the
growth and development of new and existing micro - enterprises in the BIZ
Immokalee Community. The program consist of several components such as, immokolee Business
workshops, trainings, information technology, hand -on- management Development Center
assistance, education, technical, and vital business support services, networking resources, and
financial advice to achieve the specified goal, job creation. Management and staff will assist new
businesses with a variety of technical assistance programs to aid the development of their
businesses and to enhance the management skills of the business owner. Participants are provided
with a one -stop shop which consists of the following:
• Educational workshops and training
• Entrepreneurial School
• Information Technology
• Assistance in job creation
Education
Workshops /Training
One of the biggest costs to entrepreneurs is the expense of attending educational workshops and
training essential to build up the skills needed to be successful. The educational component of the
program has been successful due in large part to the community of our partners that have helped
maintained a network of support to the clients. Partnerships have been solidified with different
educational institutions, financial institutions, and organizations to provide workshops on a variety
of current relevant business topics. Presenters provide participants with new ideas, practical
business Skills, and valuable information.
The IBDC offers several workshops /training during the year and participants are required to attend
three (3) of the following workshops /trainings:
• Landlord Tenant Rights Concerning Commercial Property
• Section 3 Business Certification Workshop
• IRS & OSHA Presentation for Small Business Owners
• Business Law
• Basic Bookkeeping
• Insuring Your Small Business
• Credit Repair Workshop
• Business Plan Writing— Don't leave class without one. (6 week course)
• Tax Tips for Small Business Owners
• MBE Certification Process
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Quick Books (2 days)
Media Marketing Tools
PTAC (Procuring Government Contract)
Entrepreneur School
Many business owners know how to do the work of a business. However, they lack the knowledge
needed to sustain and grow a business. The IBDC Entrepreneur School is a six week class
developed to assist the entrepreneurs in evaluating their idea and teach them basic business skills
and techniques. Participants who are staring a new business are required to attend this six weeks
course. The class provides them with the management and organizational skills needed to be
successful.
During the six weeks, student will learn:
• Business basics,
• Small business management planning,
• Small business marketing,
• Basic bookkeeping,
• The essentials of a business plan, and
• How to finance a small business.
Information Technology
IBDC has a computer /training center available to enhance participants' skills in financial
management, power -point presentations, word processing, excel - spreadsheets, and business
accounting. Participants will have access to computers for hands -on training on different business
software,
Participants who are not knowledgeable in business related software are required to attend at least
one of the following training sessions:
• Quick Book
• Basic Bookkeeping
• Excel- spreadsheets
• Power -point presentations
• Business accounting
Also, participants who do not have access to computers at the place of business can utilize the
computer lab.
job Creation
In 2003, the Collier County Board of County Commissioners established the Collier County
Economic Stimulus Program to support economic diversification and induce new, high -wage job
creation in Collier County by supporting the expansion of existing business and offering incentives
to attract new industry. Following that same path, the IBDC program seeks to create long -term
economic growth and job creation in Immokalee. In an effort to create jobs, the IBDC, through the
job Creation component of the program educate participants on how to qualify for contracts
awarded by different government, county, and state entities. Our staff assists business in the
following:
• Section 3 Certification
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• Disadvantage Business Enterprise Certification
HUBZone Certification
• Procurement Technical Assistance (PTAC)
The primary goal of the IBDC program is to assist and educate entrepreneurs, enabling them to be
self - sustaining businesses at the end of the two year program thus bringing change to the economic
conditions in Immokalee and create jobs. With the additional CDBG Funds, the 1BDC intends to
create two (Z) LMI jobs for people in Immokalee.
BUDGET:
Line Item
CDBG Funds
Regular Salaries
56,000
Other Salaries
35,000
Health
13,300
Life
7,664
Social Security Matching
------4,500
Retirement-Regular
4,500
Worker's Comp
100
Total Personal Services
121,064
Other Contractual Services
4,000
Mileage Reimbursement
1,500
Travel Professional
1,000
Travel Regular
500
utilities
-
Cellular Telephone
3,600
Post Freight
150
Postage
400
Cable/Internet
Rent Buildings
6,350
Insurance General
500
Office Equipment
500
Printing & Binding
500
Other Ads
500
Marketing
1,000
Office Supplies
883
Copy Charges
500
Computer Software
-
Books and Publications
500
Dues and Memberships
700
Total: $144.147.00
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*This application is for short term projects only. All
projects must be completed no later than 0913012013.
WORK SCHEDULE: Time frame for completion of the outlined activities shall be:
Milestone
Deadline 09 -30 -2013
• Hire Administrative
April 2013
Assistant from Job Bank
September 2013
• Entrepreneur School
May 2013
• Complete and Release
April 2013
workshop and training
May 2013
schedule for next quarter
April 2013
• Complete and Release
July 2013
workshop and training
schedule forsecond session
• Implement scheduled
July 2013
workshops
September 2013
• Implement scheduled
workshops for next session
September 2013
• Entrepreneur School
• Assessment of business
September 2013
incubation process and
workshop and trainin s
program adjustment
1. Describe specific steps the organization will take to implement the proposed project.
Proiect Tasks
Start Date
End Date
Hire Administrative
April 2013
September 2013
Assistant From job Bank
Entrepreneur School
Aril 2013
May 2013
Complete and Release
April 2013
April 2013
workshop and training
schedules
Complete and Release
July 2013
July 2013
workshop and training
schedules
Implement quarterly
May 2013
July 2013
workshop and trainin s
Implement quarterly
August 2013
September 2013
workshop and trainin s
Entrepreneur School
August 2013
September 2013
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Assessment of business
September 2013
September 2013
incubation process and
DRI - Stormwater
24,519
program adjustment
3.1 million
DR] - Stormwater
2. Who will be responsible to carry out these special steps?
The CRA Interim Director and the IBDC Manager will administer and direct the program.
3, What are the resources you currently have available to implement this activity?
The IBDC was awarded $61,088 of CDBG which is budgeted to cover a portion of key employees and
will expire on December 2013. The CRA will use Tax Increment Funds (TIF) for the general support
of activities and needs of the IBDC. Furthermore, the IBDC has partnered with entities to provide
various educational and entrepreneurial -based training as in -kind contribution
4. What projects have your organization completed in the past two years in a timely manner? Be
specific.
PROJECT
LMi PERSON
ASSISTED
LOCATION
TOTAL
DOLLARS
DRI - Stormwater
24,519
Downtown Immokalee
3.1 million
DR] - Stormwater
19,860
Immokalee Drive
2.1 millon
CDBG -IBDC - Job
Creation
5
Immokalee
210,000 expire June 15, 2012
CDBG - Crosswalk
19,860
Immokalee Rd. /Main St.
140,000
CDBG - First
Street Plaza
19,860
First and Main Streets
810,000
1. Explain how your organization's experience in completing the activity listed in your application.
Explain how your organization has sufficient capacity to administer the proposed project.
Include staffing level, qualifications of key staff and organizational structure.
The Collier County BCC, acting as the CRA, is comprised of five elected officials responsible for
providing services to protect the health, safety, welfare, and quality of life of the citizens of Collier
County. The CRA has the general resources of Collier County at its disposal, and has appointed well
qualified staff to assist them in carrying out the specific tasks of aiding them in the redevelopment
of the Immokalee area. Significant support for the project exits from the Advisory Board of the CRA,
which is made up of 12 highly experienced community members.
The Collier County Clerk of the Court assists this organization by overseeing the fiscal and financial
aspects of the program.
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CRA oversight:
The Interim Director, Bradley Muckel, brings 18 years of successful experience and training in
architectural design and project management to the efforts of the CRA. Mr. Muckel coordinates a
variety of improvement and revitalization projects designed to meetthe committee's objective.
The IBDC Manager, Marie Capita, has a diverse career in the business community with expertise in
the ethnic community. Ms. Capita's career history includes teaching at Miami Dade Conununity
College, managing a law practice, and operating a Haitian Bakery in Immokalee. She is multi - lingual
speaking English, French, and Creole. Ms. Capita graduated from Florida international University
with a B.A. Degree in Finance and continued her education at the university of Miami earning a Juris
Doctor degree.
2. Explain your organizations ability to comply with grant reporting requirements,
As an entity of the County, the CRA fiscal and financial oversight is done through the Collier County
Cleric of the Court's system of checks and balances.
3. Comment on your organization's knowledge of and ability to follow federal /state project
guidelines.
The IBDC was funded by a $212,000.00 two year CDBG fund which will expired in October 2012.
During the grant period, the CRA, along with IBDC staff, has handled the monitoring and monthly
reporting to HHVS. This involved producing a detail invoice of all spending, attached receipts,
report on programs' activities and all individuals who have been assisted.
4. include a summary of your organization's past participation in federally /state funded programs
as well as the number of clients assisted, location of each project and total dollars expended per
project.
PROJECT
LMI PERSON
LOCATION
TOTAL
ASSISTED
DOLLARS
DRI - Stormwater
24,519
Downtown Immokalee
311
DRI - Stormwater
19,860
Immokalee Drive
2.1
CDBG -IBDC - Job
Creation
5
Immokalee
210,000
Immokalee Rd. /Main
CDBG - Crosswalk
19,860
St.
140,000
CDBG - First Street
Plaza
19,860
First and Main Streets
810,000
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S. Explain the ability of your organization to provide programmatic oversight for this grant funded
program.
TOTAI. PROJECT BUDGET
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Federal
In -Kind
Other Funds
Funding Sources
funds
Executive Director Oversight
CRA
Regular Salaries
5600
CDBG
CDBG
Other Salaries
35,000
CDBG
Health
13,300
Life
7,664
_
CDBG
CDBG
Social Security Matching
4,500
CDBG
Retirement-Regular
4,500
CDBG
Worker Compensation
100
CDBG /IBDC's Partners
Other Contractual Services
4,000
5,000
1,400
CRA
IT Allocations
3,585
CRA
Lease Equipment
CDBG
Mileage Reimbursement
1,500
CDBG /CRA
Travel Professional
1,000
-~
CDBG
Travel Regular
500
Utilities
-
1,200
CRA
Electricity
CDBG
Ceiiuiar'Tele hone
3,600
CDBG
Post Freight
150
CDBG
Postage
400
3,596
CRA
Cable/Internet
_.
CDBG
Rent Buildings
6,350
CDBG
Insurance General
500
CDBG
Office E ui ment
500
CDBG
Printing & Binding
500
CDBG
Other Ads
500
2,000
4,000
CDBG /IBDC
Marketing
1,000
Partners CRA
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Reimbursement
CDBG /CRA
Office Supplies
883
500
CDBG /CRA
Copy Charges
S00
1,500
CRA
Minor Office Equipment
Computer Software
CDBG
Books and Publications
500
CDBG
Dues and Memberships
700
.`
4,420
CRA
Custodiallcleanin Services
TOTAL
$144,147
$7,000
$20,201
1. Have other funding sources been identified and secured? Yes® No0
Indicate status of each funding request from other sources and whether or not the
implementation of this activity is contingent on receiving funds from other sources.
The CRA was awarded $61,088 for FY2012 -2013. The funds will be used for salary support for
key employees to operate a business development center to recruit potential business owners
to the Immokalee Community.
CRA funds in the amount of $20,000.00 have been budgeted for the operating expenses of the
IBDC. Since the amount awarded is not sufficient to cover operating expense for one year,
these funds will also be used to cover expenses that are not covered by the current grant until
the entitlement period of the requested grant begins.
Indicate status of each funding request from other sources and whether or not the
implementation of this activity is contingent on receiving funds from other sources.
2. Attach award letter and /or letter of intent for each funding commitment and date of funding
availability.
See Attached Exhibit
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3. Of the total project cost, what percentage has been, or will be financed with CDBG /HOME?
CDBG/ HOME Funding (divided by) Total Project Cosh = Percentagee
$83.000 (divided by) $ 171.348 = 48 %
($ amount requested) (Total project cost)
4. Determine the amount of funds used per person, by dividing the total funds requested by the
number of persons directly benefiting:
$83,000/21,M1 persons= $41,500
5. Can you provide evidence of long term support for this project? Can this project continue after
this round of funding? Explain how the project is sustainable,
The Collier County CRA (Immokalee) has garnered the Board of County Commissioners permission
to spin this program into an independent Not- for - Profit entity. This process along with the IBDC's
long term plan will help the program in becoming economically self - sufficient, The plan includes
securing a portfolio of grants (EDA, CDBG, RBEG), build a structure that will be used to house the
IBDC and a Regional commercial kitchen. The structure is expected to have adequate space to be
leased out to potential businesses. The leasing of the spaces, the fees charge for the hourly use of
the commercial kitchen and the fees charged for the workshops /training will allow the IBDC to
structure a methodology to procure revenue as well as successful client companies that will pay
taxes as well as provide a return to the IBDC for operational and expansion costs. In this manner
the CRA served as a catalyst toward the development and successful implementation of the IBDC
and will help in the transition of it from being a County entity into a not -for- profit entity.
6. Explain the management and financial ability of your organization to provide financial oversight
for grant funds.
The CRA has the general resources of Collier County at its disposal, and has appointed well trained
and qualified staff to assist them in carrying out the specific tasks of aiding them in managing and
overseeing the grant funds. The Cleric of Court will use its system of checks and balance to oversee
the fiscal and financial aspect of the gran t fund &
CRA oversight:
Marie Capita, the center manager, has a Bachelor Degree in finance and has over 10 years
experience of managing her own business. For the past year Ms. Capita has been handling the daily
management and oversight of the current CDBG being used to fund the IBDC. Ms. Capita is
responsible for budgeting oversight and financial responsibility.
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7. Explain how your organization will provide funding for your proposed project during the
reimbursement process. Include all funding sources for your proposed project.
The CRA will provide funding for the proposed project during the reimbursement process from TIF
funds.
All applicants are encouraged to provide leverage funds. Leverage will positively impact the
application. Leverage must be provided during the term of the agreement.
PLEASE NOTE. HOME PROJECTS REQUIRE 25% MATCH.
1. Does your organization have an established accounting system? Yes® No❑
If yes, please provide a certification from a Certified Public Accountant to that effect or a HUD
approved audit summary.
Collier County Clerk of Court Finance and Accounting
2. Attach one copy of the signed annual financial statement for each of the past two years.
1. Provide an evaluation plan that includes specific performance measurements.
Measuring the performance of a business development center is a two -fold endeavor in that it must
measure the performance of the center (mission, governance, and staffing, selecting clients,
servicing them, facilities management, and graduation) and its impact on and /or contribution to the
local economy as well as tracking the success of the clients.
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The Irrunolcalee Business Development Center will annually collect:
1. Quantifiable data and information to ensure the incubation program is meeting its mission.
a. Contribution to the local economy: number of clients served, jobs created, salaries
paid, revenues earned and other economies gains.
b. Impact data from its current clients: revenue, employment, investment, etc.
c. Impact data from graduates for a minimum of five years: revenue, employment,
investment, etc.
In accordance with the guidelines stated by the National Business Incubator Association, the IBDC
will keep detailed performance data relevant to measuring the impact of the center's economic
impacts on the community. The main data to be collected include the number of employees in the
center, salaries of the employees at the center, the gross revenue of the firms, the dollar amount of
capital raise by the firms, the dollar amount of grants raised by the firm, and the number of firms
that are still in business five years after leaving the center.
2. What strategies will you implement to collect the data necessary to analyze your results?
Quarterly meetings with participants to review books and evaluate milestones will help staff collect
the data necessary to analyze the results of program.
Client surveys will be created to gather not only outcome data, but also client satisfaction data.
Questions will be asked to survey participants' satisfaction on the following:
• Training and mentor programs
• Space and facility services
• Networking and Social events
• Workshops /trainings
• Service provider program
• IBDC Staff performance
• Efforts to assist firms in obtaining financing
When implementing the programs, IBDC staff relies heavily on the experience of other incubator
center managers, the Florida Business Incubator Association (FBIA), and the National Business
Incubator Association (NBIA).
Grant final evaluation - creation of three (2) new LMI Full -time employees.
3. What impact do you expect to have on your target audience and the community?
The opening of the IBDC has had an immediate positive impact on the community. First, there
are currently enrolled thirteen participants in the program who the IBDC is assisting either
with their start -up or expansion plans. From these participants, jobs will be created for LMI
persons in the Immokalee area through the hiring of workers. The new businesses will be able
to take advantage of the different incentives that are being offered to businesses in the
Immokalee area. Second, people are constantly calling seeking information about the program
and the different workshops /trainings being offered. Through the incubation process it is
expected that numerous social benefits will be gained through the shared experiences of
persons developing and operating successful businesses. Third, the IBDC will breed a new form
of energetic entrepreneurs who will change the economic climate in Immokalee by forming new
business enterprises and job creation.
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4. Include any letters of support for your project from your community or local partners.
(Exhibit 15)
Environmental Issues: An Approved Environmental report must be completed prior to
commencement of any project.
Check the appropriate item to the best ofvour knowledge as it pertains to the proposed
activity.
a. Project /property is located on a historical or archeological site. yes[] No®
b. Project /property is in the 100 -year flood plain. Yes❑ Non
c. Project /property is in a wetlands area. Yes❑ No®
d. Project /property is in a coastal barrier area. Yes❑ No®
e. Project /property is within a half -mile of an airfield. Yes[] No®
f. Project /property is near storage or manufacturing facility of industrial products.
Yes❑ No®
g. Project /property is on or near soil contaminated by diesel /fuel or gasoline.
Yes❑ No®
h. Is the proposed activity expected to impact the environment in any negative manner or
pose a hazard or nuisance? Yes❑ NON
i. Are any endangered or threatened or listed species located on the proposed project site'
Yes[( No®
j. Are there any environmental concerns or impediments associated with the proposed activity?
If yes, please provide detail. Yes❑ No®
k. Is the proposed activity expected to adversely affect the environment? Yes❑ No®
I. Project /property is on a properly zoned site. If not properly zoned, please explain.
Yes❑ No®
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m. Project /property is on or near soil contaminated by diesel /fuel or gasoline.
Yesp No®
Note: If any of the above items is marlted yes, please provide an explanation of how the
proposed project is affected and the expected impact on the surrounding environment.
REQUIRED EXHIBITS
Please attach and label as follows:
Exhibit 1. Copy of 501(c) (3) Certificate from IRS
Exhibit 2. Articles of incorporation
Exhibit 3. By -Laws
Exhibit 4. Organizational Chart
Exhibit 5. List of Current Board of Directors
Exhibit 6. Resumes, Pay Scales with job Descriptions
Exhibit 7. State of Florida Certificate of Good Standing
Exhibit B. Boars[ Resolution authorizing submittal of grant application
Exhibit 9. Most recent financial statement
Exhibit 10. Acknowledgement of Religious Organization Requirements
Exhibit 11. Debarment letter
Exhibit 12. Match /Leverage Award letters /Evidence of Fund Availability (if applicable)
Exhibit 13. Procurement Policy (if applicable)
NAPLES FL. FY 2013 MEDIAN FAMILY
HUD INCOME GUIDELINES
EFFECTIVE December 11, 2012
Source: http .,/ /www.huduser org/ portal /datasets /i1 /1113 /index,-112013.iitnil
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FY 2013
FY 2013
Income
Median
Income
1
2
3
4
S
8
7
8
Limit
Income
Limit
Person
Person
Person
Rersan
Person
Person
Person
Person
Area
Category
Extremely
Low (30 %)
Income
$14,550
$16,600
[$18.700
$20,750
$22,450
$24,100
$25,750
[$27,400
!
II
Limits
uu
uu
u
I1 I
Naples-
Very Low
Marco
$65,700
(b0 %)
Island,
Income
$24,250
$27,700
$31,150
$34,600
$37,400
$40,150
$42,950
$45,700
FL MSA
Limits
Low (80 %)
Income
Limits
$38,750
$44,300
$49,850
$55,350
$59,800
$64,250
$68,650
$73,100
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Exhibit 10
.Acknowledgement of Religious Organization Requirements
In accordance with the First Amendment of the United States Constitution "church /state principles,"
CDBG /HOME assistance may not, as a general rule, be provided to primarily religious entities for any secular
or religious activities.
Therefore, the following restrictions and limitations apply to any provider which represents that it is, or may
be deemed to be, a religious or denominational institution or an organization operated for religious purposes
which is supervised or controlled by or operates in connection with a religious or denominational institution
or organization.
A religious entity that applies for and is awarded CDBG /HOME funds for public service activities must agree
to the following:
1. It will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of religion and
will not limit employment or give preference to persons on the basis of religion.
2. It will not discriminate against any person applying for such public services on the basis of religion and
will not limit such services or give preference to persons on the basis of religion.
3. It will provide no religious instruction or counseling, conduct no religious worship or services, engage in
no religious proselytizing, and exert no other religious influence in the provision of such public services.
4. The portion of a facility used to provide public services assisted in whole or in part under this agreement
shall contain no sectarian or religious symbols or decorations; and
S. The funds received under this agreement shall be use to construct, rehabilitate or restore any facility,
which is owned by the provider and in which the public services are to be provided. However, minor
repairs may be made if such repairs are directly related to the public services located in a structure used
exclusively for non - religious purposes and constitute in dollar terms, only a minor portion of the
CDBG /HOME expenditure for the public services.
1 hereby acknowledge that 1 have read the specific requirements contained in this attachment and that
eligibility of my organization's project depends upon compliance with the requirements contained in this
agreement.
Signature: Date:
Printed name and title Commissioner Donna Fiala, CRA Board Chair
Notary
Sworn to (or affirmed) and subscribed before me this day of . 2013
By who is (personally known) or (produced
identification) state type of identification
Appi'mod as to form & logo
Signature of Notary Public
Print Name
Atual.11 •cent County Attorney
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State of Florida
County of Collier (stamp)
Exhibit 11
INSTRUCTIONS
CERTIFICATION REGARDING
DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION, INELIGIBILITY
AND VOLUNTARY EXCLUSION AGREEMENTS /SUB - AGREEMENTS
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1. Each non - profit /contractor of federal financial and non - financial assistance that equals or
exceeds $100,000 in federal monies must sign this debarment certification prior to agreement
execution. Independent auditors who audit federal programs regardless of the dollar amount
are required to sign a debarment certification form. Neither Collier County Housing, Human &
Veteran Services nor its agreement non - profit /contractors can contract with subcontractors if
they are debarred or suspended by the federal government.
2. This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance is placed when this
contract is entered into. if it is later determined that the sighed knowingly rendered an
erroneous certification, the Federal Government may pursue available remedies, including
suspension and /or debarment.
3. The non -profit /contractor shall provide immediate written notice to the grant manager at any
time the non - profit /contractor learns that its certification was erroneous when submitted or
has become erroneous by reason of changed circumstances.
4. The terms "debarred," "suspended," "ineligible," "person," "principal," and "voluntarily
excluded," as used in this certification, have the meanings set out in the Definitions and
Coverage sections of rules implementing Executive Order 12549 and 45 CFR (Code of Federal
Regulations), Part 76. You may contact the grant manager for assistance in obtaining a copy of
those regulations.
5. The non - profit /contractor further agrees by submitting this certification that, it shall not
knowingly enter into any sub - agreement with a person who is debarred, suspended, declared
ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this contract unless authorized by the
Federal Government.
6. The non - profit /contractor further agrees by submitting this certification that it will require
each subcontractor of agreements and /or contracts referencing this contract whose payment
will equal or exceed $100,000 in federal monies, to submit a signed copy of this certification
with each sub - agreement.
7. Collier County Housing, Human & Veteran Services may rely upon a certification by a nonprofit
contractor or subcontractor entity that it is not debarred, suspended, ineligible, or voluntarily
excluded from contracting or subcontracting unless the department knows that the certification
is erroneous.
8. The non - profit /contractor may rely upon a certification by a subcontractor entity that it is not
debarred, suspended, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from contracting /subcontracting
unless the non - profit /contractor knows that the certification is erroneous.
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9. The signed certifications of all subcontractors shall be kept on file with non - profit /contractor
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CERTIFICATION REGARDING
DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION, INELIGIBILITY
AND VOLUNTARY EXCLUSION AGREEMENTS /SUB - AGREEMENTS
2/26/2013 16.B.4.
Exhibit 11
This certification is required by the regulation implementing Executive Order 12549, Debarment
and Suspension, signed February 18, 1986. The guidelines were published in the May 29, 1987
Federal Register (52 Fed. Reg., pages 20360- 20369).
(1) The prospective non - profit /contractor certifies, by signing this certification, that neither he nor
his principals is presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or
voluntarily excluded from participation in contracting with Collier County Housing, Human &
Veteran Services by any federal department or agency.
(2) Where the prospective non - profit /contractor is unable to certify to any of the statements in this
certification, such prospective non - profit /contractor shall attach an explanation to this
certification.
Signature
Commissioner Donna Fiala, CRA Board Chair
Name and Title of Authorized Individual
(Print or type)
Collier County Board of
County Commissioners
Name of Organization
A'3'T Eq1:
DWIGHT lm. OROCK, Ql @fh
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A�,,eli rani County Attompy
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