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Agenda 04/24/2012 Item #16B1Proposed Agenda Changes Board of County Commissioners Meeting April 24, 2012 Move Item 16B1 to Item 14B1: Recommendation to provide "after- the - fact" approval of the submission of the attached Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application to Collier County Housing and Human Service Department seeking grant funding in the amount of $360,000 to support further implementation of the services provided by the Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC). (Commissioner Henning's request) Move Item 16C1 to Item I IE: Recommendation to approve a work order in the amount of $648,324.35 to Haskins, Inc., for construction tasks set forth in Request for Quotation 08- 5011 -60, Davis Boulevard from Santa Barbara Boulevard to Radio Road. (Commissioner Coyle's request) Move Item 16J5 to Item 13A: Recommendation that the Board accept the investment status update report for the quarter ending March 31, 2012. (Commissioner Fiala's request) Add Item 16J6: Recommend that the Board of County Commissioners serve as the local coordinating unit of government for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement's Federal Fiscal Year 2012 Edward Byrne Memorial, Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Countywide Program and authorize the Chairman to execute the Certification of Participation, designate the Sheriff as the official applicant, Sheriffs office staff as grant financial and program managers, approve the grant application when completed, and authorize acceptance of awards and associated budget amendments. (Sheriffs Department requires Board approval in order to continue in the capacity of local coordinating agency receiving the Edward Byrne Memorial JAG grant funding.) Move Item 16K1 to Item 12A: Recommendation pursuant to Collier County Resolution No. 95 -632, that the Board of County Commissioners authorize the Office of the County Attorney to represent Airport Authority Executive Director Thomas C. Curry, and Airport Manager Thomas Vergo, who are all being sued by Stephen J. Fletcher and Fletcher Flying Service, Inc., a tenant at the Immokalee Airport, in the case styled Stephen J. Fletcher and Fletcher Flying Service, Inc. v. Thomas C. Curry and Thomas Vergo, Case No. 12- 1124-CA, Twentieth Judicial Circuit in and for Collier County, Florida. (Commissioner Hiller's request) Move Item 16K2 to Item 12B: Request for authorization to join the Florida Association of Counties as a plaintiff in litigation challenging the constitutionality of Chapter 2012 -33, Laws of Florida (HB 5301). (Commissioner Fiala and Commissioner Henning's separate requests) 4/24/2012 Item 16.8.1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Recommendation to provide "after- the - fact" approval of the submission of the attached Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application to Collier County Housing and Human Service Department seeking grant funding in the amount of $360,000 to support further implementation of the services provided by the Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC). OBJECTIVE: To receive after - the -fact 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 grant funding in the amount of $360,000.00 to support further implementation of the services provided by the Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC). The NOFA for the attached grant application was released on March 29, 2012 and was due to be submitted to Housing, Human, & Veterans Services (HHVS) by April 16, 2012. The timeline did not provide adequate time for the execution of the BCC pre - approval process. 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. 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. 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. Collier County CMA #5330 authorizes the County Manager to approve the submittal of grant applications with subsequent Board of County Commissioners action at the next available Board meeting to ratify the approval as "after- the - fact." FISCAL IMPACT: If awarded, up to $360,000 in CDBG grant funds will be held in CRA Fund 715 for further implementation of the services provided by the Immokalee Business Development Center. There is no match requirement for this grant. However, annual leverage will be provided as follows: $15,800.00 in -kind contribution from the Immokalee CRA and program partners; and $23,561.00 from the Immokalee CRA Fund (186) for a total project amount of $438,722 over the two year period. Packet Page -667- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The Board will have the opportunity to accept or reject the funds if the grant is approved. Accordingly, this Office has no issue with respect to the legal sufficiency of this request, which is appropriate for Board action. This item requires a majority vote. -STW 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 "after- the - fact -" 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 $360,000.00 to support further implementation of the services provided by the Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC). PREPARED BY: Marie C. Capita, Center Manager, Immokalee Business Development Center Attachments: 1) CDBG application. 2 Packet Page -668- COLLIER COUNTY Board of County Commissioners Item Number: 16.13.1. 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. Item Summary: Recommendation to the Collier County Board of County Commissioners (BCC), acting as the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), to provide "after- the - fact" approval of the submission of the attached Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application to Collier County Housing and Human Service Department seeking grant funding in the amount of $360,000 to support further implementation of the services provided by the Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC). Meeting Date: 4/24/2012 Prepared By Name: CapitaMarie Title: VALUE MISSING 4/12/2012 2:47:32 PM Submitted by Title: Executive Director, Immokalee CRA, Name: PhillippiPenny 4/12/2012 2:47:34 PM Approved By Name: PhillippiPenny Title: Executive Director, Immokalee CRA, Date: 4/16/2012 9:41:31 AM Name: AckermanMaria Title: Senior Accountant, Grants Date: 4/16/2012 10:14:42 AM Name: WilliamsSteven Title: Assistant County Attorney,County Attorney Date: 4/16/2012 11:52:40 AM Packet Page -669- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Name: StanleyTherese Title: Management/Budget Analyst, Senior,Office of Management & Budget Date: 4/16/2012 1:55:21 PM Name: FinnEd Title: Senior Budget Analyst, OMB Date: 4/16/2012 3:12:36 PM Name: KlatzkowJeff Title: County Attorney Date: 4/16/2012 3:35:23 PM Name: IsacksonMark Title: Director -Corp Financial and Mgmt Svs,CMO Date: 4/17/2012 10:51:37 AM Packet Page -670- Co ier C01414ty Office of Management & Budget TO: Leo Ochs, County Manager _ 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. _ Grant Application Reviewed and Approved by Co)xTfT lanagerAdpsigne Counly Ma pager After -the -Fact Approval by the BCC is required at the April 24, 2012 BCC meeting CC: Penny Phillippi, Immokalee CRA FROM: Joshua Thomas, Grants Support Specialist SUBJECT: County Manager review and approval of a Community Development Block Grant application to the Collier County Housing, Human, and Veteran Services Department in the amount of $360,000 April 11, 2012 The Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is applying for a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) to support further implementation of services provided by the Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC) including enhancement of the existing Entrepreneur School, technical assistance, workshops, and training. Although there is no match requirement, the IBDC is contributing $23,561 for two years, as well as receiving $15,800 for two years from in -kind contributions. The total project cost for two years is $438,722. The IBDC was established March 9, 2010 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 Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) forecasts that as the local economy strengthens, recognized problems of unemployment, low wages, and narrow industry will lessen. The Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) was released on March 29, 2012 and is due to be submitted on April 16, 2012. The timeline did not provide adequate time for the execution of the BCC approval process. We are requesting your approval, followed by after - the -fact approval by the Board of County Commissioners at the April 24, 2012 BCC meeting. Once you have reviewed the proposal, please sign in the box above and call me for pickup at 239- 252 -8989. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding this request. 3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 201 • Naples, Florida 34112 - 5746.239- 252 -8973 • FAX 239 - 252 -8828 Packet Page -671- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. C07f leY CiOMM.ty PublicSenriees division Housing, Human & Veteran Services COLLIER COUNTY HOUSING, HUMAN & VETERAN SERVICES FISCAL YEAR 2012 -13 Request for Application COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP (HOME) EMERGING SOLUTIONS GRANT (ESG) D 'j -If Submit to: Housing Human & Veteran Services 3339 Tamiami Trail East Suite 211, Naples FL 34112 Attn: Margo Castorena Submitted By: Penny S. Phillippi Proposal Title: Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDQ Proposal ID: _ Date Received: SUBMIT BY April 16 BY 2:00 PM FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Amount Requested: Recommendation: Collier County NHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 Packet Page -672- Collier County Request for Application Entitlement Funds I. INTRODUCTION 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Collier County is soliciting proposals from organizations for projects to be funded under its FY 2012 -2013 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnership (HOME) & Emerging Solutions Grant (ESG) programs. The CDBG, HOME & ESG 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. * *PLEASE NOTE * ** AT THIS TIME COLLIER COUNTY HAS RECEIVED TENATIVE FUNDING LEVELS FROM THE GRANTOR AGENCY (HUD) PLEASE CONSIDER SCALEABLE PROJECTS WITH DIFFERENT ACHIEVABLE FUNDING LEVELS. FL- FY12 -13 Allocations Collier County $1,818,153 $456,777 $168,745 $2,443,675 Marco Island City $801508 $0 $0 Naples $105,835 $0 $0 Total $2,004,496 $456,777 $168,745 $2,630,018 Reduction Cirrus Pointe payback - $160,000 - $160,000 Total $296,777 $2,470,018 http: / /www.hud.gov /offices /epd /about /budget /budgetl2 /index.cfm Content current as of 1 February 2012 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. Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 2 Packet Page -673- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. 2. Organizations must be public organizations, a private for profit, non -profit organization or one 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 & Blight U_i:gent Need Area Benefit Area basis Limited Clientele Spot Basis Housing Urban renewal Jobs CDBG Eligible Activities requested: Acquisition of Real Property Economic Development Public Facilities Infrastructure hnprovements Public Service Activities TBRA Administration Rehabilitation of non - residential structures Energy Efficiency Projects Also, proposed HOME projects must meet one of the four HOME National Objectives: Provide decent affordable housing to lower income households Expand capacity to nonprofit housing providers Strengthen the ability of state and local governments to provide housing Leverage private- sector participation HOME *Eligible ActivideL=uested. . Energy Efficiency Projects Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO)- Operating* (5%) Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO)- Set - Aside *(15 %) FY 11 -12 & FY1Z -13 funding are available * 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 FSG *Eligible Activities requested: Renovation /Rehabilitation or Conversion of Shelter Facilities Social Services Operating costs Homeless Prevention Grant Administration *Please note only Homeless Shelters may apply Collier County 1-IIIVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 Packet Page -674- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. *Upon award, grantees, must match dollar- for - dollar the ESG funding provided by HUD with funds from other public or private sources. *Matching funds must be provided after the date of the grant award to the grantee. Funds used to match a previous ESG grant may not be used to match a subsequent grant award. Agencies and organizations responding to this Request for Application (RFA) must complete the attached funding application. One 1 original and five copies f the completed a lica ion packag and all attachments, exh'b' nd s e entar t be wubmitted to: Collier County Housing, Human & veteran Services Department 3 3 3 9 Tamiami Trail East Suite 211 Naples, FL 34112 APPLICATION RECEIVED BEFORE Monday The application must be typed (not handwritten). Use a binder clip to secure your application pacicage (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, HOME & ESG 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 pacicage is also available on Collier Cotmty website at littp:l /www.colliergov.net. Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 Packet Page -675- 4/24/2012 Item 16.B.1. III. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS A. Operating Agreement Non -profit agencies and organizations approved for funding will be required to sign an agreement with the County in order to insure compliance with CDBG, HOME & ESG grant programs. Funds may not be obligated until the agreement is accepted and signed by all parties. B. Indemnifitation Non - profit agencies and 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 any way to the performance of the agreement. C. Insurance Agencies and 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 Applicants 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 funding 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 that 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 /ESG programs. The proposed project is economically feasible and implementation will occur in Fiscal Year October 1, 2012 through September 30, 2013. The project will be completed in a timely and cost - effective manner. 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 Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 Packet Page -676- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. 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 Clerk of Court. V. CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION OF PROPOSALS Proposals for the FY2012 -2013 CDBG /HOME /ESG programs will be evaluated, scored and ranked based on the following criteria and point system. 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 20 Organizational Capacity 30 Financial Management 30 Evaluative Measures 5 Application Completeness S TOTAL 120 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) Collies- County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 Packet Page -677- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. 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 3. Readiness to Implement: (Maximum Points: "20 ") The category will be evaluated on the basis on the ability to commence the project and expend funds within the program year. • 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: "30 ") 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 • Commitment to the project by participating institutions, professional staff or other key institutions or individuals • Anticipated cost participation including direct funding, in -kind and staffing support after federal funding ends • Evidence of long -term commitment /project "bury in" at high levels and community support 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 Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 Packet Page -678- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. • 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 reimbursement 6. Evaluative Measures: ( "S" 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 7. Application Completeness: CMaximum Points: "S ") The category will be evaluated on the applicant's thoroughness and completeness. Applications that have not been signed by the appropriate person or handed in on deadline will not be considered. • Application is signed • Application received by deadline • All necessary exhibits are attached • All questions have been answered Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 8 Packet Page -679- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. 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 /ESG regulations and/ or state regulations. I agree to provide all HMIS information as required and in the format and collected each time a person uses provider's services. 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: (Please Print) // 1//Aignature) Title: Executive Director Date Signed: Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 9 Packet Page -680- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency - Immokalee , Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC,) (Insert your Organization's Name and Project Name) COLLIER COUNTY FISCAL YEAR 2011/2012 HHVS GRANT APPLICATION COVER CHECKLIST Please place this checldist 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 ProjectThnetable ® 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 NS. List of Board of Directors ® 6. Resumes, Pay Scales with job Descriptions ® 7. State of Florida Certificate of Good Standing 08. Board Resolution authorizing submittal of grant application ® 9. Most recent financial statement 210. Aclaiowledgement of Religious Organization Requireinents (attached) ®11. Debarment letter (attached) ® 12. Match /Leverage Award Letters /Evidence of Fund Availability (if applicable) ®13. Procurement Policy (if applicable) Collier COUI1t1' IIIB7S Grant /Application FP2012 -2013 IN Packet Page -681- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Select Category and funding source for this application CDBG FUNDING Acquisition, Disposition ❑ Acquisition, Disposition of Real Property Economic Development - Check the activity to be undertaken: ® Job Creation for low income persons ❑ Micro - Enterprise Assistance Housing Programs- Check the activity to be undertaken: ❑ RehabiIitation of other publicly owned residential buildings or public facilities ❑ Infrastructure /Site Improvements Public Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements- Check the activity to be undertaken: ❑ Construction of Public Facilities & Improvements Public Service Activities - Check the activity to be undertaken: ❑ Public Service (General includes Homebuyer education & counseling) ❑ Public Service for Veterans /Seniors ❑ TBRA Administration HOME FUNDING- HOMEPRQ1E TSREQUIREA25%MATCH Energy Efficiency - Check the activity to be undertaken: ❑ Energy Efficiency Improvements for Affordable Housing Units or Public Facilities Tenant Based Rental Assistance-Check activity to be undertaken ❑ TB RA Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) -Check activity to be undertaken ❑ CHDO- Operating ❑ CHDO -Set -Aside * FY11 -12 & FY12 -13 Funding available ESG FUNDING Emerging Solutions Grant -Check activity to be undertaken ❑ Homeless Shelter Operations Collier County III IVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 Ii Packet Page -682- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. COLLIER COUNTY HOUSING, HUMAN & VETERAN SERVICES GRANT APPLICATION APPLICANT INFORMATION Organization Name: Collier Count, Community Redevelopment Agency - Immokalee Organization Mailing Address: 1320 N 1511, Street. Ste. 2. Immokalee. FL 34142 Physical Address if different: Phone: Contact Person /Title: Contact Email Address: Phone: 239 -867 -4121 Penny S. PhJM1212i, Executive Director PennyPhillippiacolliergov.net 239 - 867 -4121 Federal Tax ID #: 59- 6000558 DUNS #: 076997790 CCSR #: N/A 1. Is your organization a private non - profit with 501(c) (3) status? Yes❑ 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 oy ur 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 lmmokalee Redevelopment Area. Under Florida law (Chapter 163, Part 111), 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 walk 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 Collier County 1.11IVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 12 Packet Page -683- 4/24/2012 Item 16.8.1. both the local community and the tourists who come to explore our unique ecology or gamble at the Casino." 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 Draft lmmokalee Area Master Plan defines these goals. The first goal develops an annual priority list of capital projects needed in the Inmkalee community. The second goal snakes 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 thud 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 for 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 lmmokalee 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 Aft 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- tourisin 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 lmmokalee, 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." Draft 1RMP 1212011 Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 13 Packet Page -684- 4124/2012 Item 16.6.1. 3. List recent agency accomplishments. Commercial Fafade Grant Another IAMP objective under Economic Development is to provide financial incentives to businesses in Immokalee. The CRA implemented the Commercial Fagade Grant Program in October of 2408. Since that time, 17 fagade grants have been awarded to local businesses in Immokalee for a total of $240,000. Currently 3 businesses have open applications for the fagade 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 Hone. Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern ( RACEC) During September2011, the BCC approved a Resolution to petition Governor Scott to extend the RACK designation awarded to the Florida Heartland Regional Economic Development Initiative, Inc. (FHREDI) Region another 5 -years and to keep the Community of Immokalee within the South Central RACEC designation. 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. Florida Rural Broadband Alliance In 2010, FHREDI was awarded a $24 million ARRBA Grant to bring broadband to the South Central RACEC. The Florida Rural Broadband Alliance (FRBA) has partnered with Rapid Systems, Inc., to act as system integrators of the regional networks in exchange for in -kind contributions. This in -kind contribution helps FRBA reach its required grant matching levels for the Broadband Technologies Opportunities Program. The purpose of the grant is to provide cost - effective broadband infrastructure and high capacity to 15 counties located in northwest and heartland Florida who are currently without service or underserved, to advance economic opportunity, and serve anchor institutions and Last Mile providers. The grant was awarded August 2010 and should be completed in 2013. 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 Iand for lease or for sale in and around the Urban Area; and provide an image of the Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 14 Packet Page -685- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. flavor and potential of the community. This tool 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 hnmokalee 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. 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 finding 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 quality of housing in Immokalee over the past seven years. Esperanza Place The Immokalee CRA partnership with affordable housing developers, Empowerment Alliance of Southwest Florida and Florida Non- Profit Services has continued toward the development of Esperanza Place. Construction has been completed and the infrastructure is in place. The construction of 196 farm worker rental units has been completed and applications from tenants are being accepted by the Immokalee Housing and Family Services. The CRA awarded the full $600,000 over the past three years toward the infra structure for the full project. 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. Collier County 1111NIS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 15 Packet Page -686- 4/24/2012 Item 16.5.1. Storrnwater 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 (1SWMP). The contract between the CRA and the BCC for the DRI Round 11 funds was signed at the December 13, 2011 Board meeting. Round II 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. IrmnokaleeArea Master Plan (LAMP) The CRA made an attempt to gain approval for the IAMP at the December 13, 2011 meeting of the BCC. It was not approved at that meeting and an extension until September, 2012 was granted by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) (formerly DCA). 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 Reabn /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 9th 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 hopes 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 1St Street and Main Street and establish an entry way into the Immokalee Community. Collier County I11INIS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 16 Packet Page -687- 4/24/2012 Item 163.1. 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 (IBDC) 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 BIZ with funding from CDBG, the Immokalee CRAP and a multitude of partnerships with banks, educational institutions, and the Immokalee Chamber of Commerce.' During that brief first year, the IBDC has created and /or expanded ten new businesses in Immolcalee, documented the creation of 5 " new, permanent, full time positions, graduated three lMMtKAi.E� Bl classes from its Entrepreneur School, and has trained more than 140 individuals in business related workshops. The ten 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 g g 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 6 government contracts and remains in the IBDC meeting milestones. Manuel Padilla, Inc.: With the assistance and services provided by IBDC, Manual Padilla, Inc., an Immolcalee 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 Immolcalee 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. Oil February 16, 2012, the community was invited to a ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening of the only dance studio in Immolcalee. Collier County 1-11JVS Grant Application FY201.2 -2013 17 Packet Page -688- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. 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 for the immokalee Harvest Festival as well as quinceanera. Vecona, Inc.: Two resident of Miami read about the IBDC on the IMMBIZ web site and came to Immokalee to enroll and open their food canning business. This business makes organic, gourmet vegetable pastes. Airboats & Alligators at the Lake 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. Sandy Sails, Inc.: As an inventor of a new beach product, this company came to the IBDC seeking instruction on how to write a successful business plan, instruction for finding financial backing and a location to manufacture his product in Immokalee. Other activities of the highly successful IBDC during 2011 include: IBDC Computer Lab: Suncoast Teachers Federal Credit Union donated ten desk top computers to the IBDC, As of April 2011, IBDC will open its doors to the computer Lab and will offer courses in QuickBooks, On -tine 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. 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 weeps, student learn business basic, small business management planning, small business marketing, basic bookkeeping, the essentials of a business plan, and how to finance a small business. 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. Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 18 Packet Page -689- IBDC & U.S Sinall 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. 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. 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 & training policy? N/A Yes❑ No❑ 5. Agency has written personnel, fiscal /procurement & implemented policy ?* Yes® No❑ *Housing, Human & Veteran Services will review item 5 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 (HM1S) process? N/A Yes❑ No❑ Agency agrees to the Data Quality Standard of HMIS? N/A Yes❑ No❑ 8. 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. Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 19 Packet Page -690- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Agency Financial Information: Agency maintains the following records: 9. Cash Receipts Journal Yes® No❑ 10. Cash Disbursements journal Yes® No❑ 11. General Ledger Yes® No❑ 12. Charts of Accounts Yesz No❑ 13. Payroll journal and Individual Payroll Records Yes® No❑ 14. Individual Personnel Files Yes® No❑ 15. Written Procurement Procedures Yes® No❑ 16. Capital Inventory Yes® No❑ 17. Written Travel Policy Yes® No❑ 18. Property Control Policy and Records 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. (Exhibit 9) Collier County 1I11VS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 20 Packet Page -691- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Project Name: Immokalee Business Development Center (1BDC) Type of Funding Requested: CDBG x HOME ESG Amount of Funding Requested: $360.000.00 Total Project Cost: $438.722.00 (Total annual operational cost for two years) 1. Provide a brief summary of the proposed activity. Include map if site specific. The CRA seeks operational funding for two years for the (IBDC). The IBDC facilitates the growth and development of businesses in the Immokalee community. This program provides existing and emerging business 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 seelcs 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 businesses can succeed through training, networking, and multi - agency partnerships. Has work begun on any part of this project? Yes® No❑ If yes, please describe. (ie. has the contracted activities been competitively bid? Is the contractor a certified Section 3 business ?) The IBDC was opened on March 2011 and has been continuously providing technical assistance and business support to the Immokalee community. Currently there are ten businesses enrolled in the program looking for assistance in start -up or expansion. Local potential entrepreneurs have frequently contacted the IBDC office seelcing 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: • Immokalee Chamber of Commerce • National Business Incubator Association • Florida Business Incubator Association Collier County 1- 11-IVS Grant Application PY2012 -2013 21 Packet Page -692- 4/24/2012 Item 16.B.1. • 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) 3. Explain why CDBG /HOME /ESG funds are needed for this activity. The CRA has identified a unique and proven method to improve the business and economic climate in hnmokalee, 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 lmmokalee. The effects of the recession have left this low -wage, limited opportunity area in need of job opportunities now more than ever. The finds 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 majority of the funding will be in salary costs for the center manager who provides experience, support, and assistant necessary to establish the Center; business consultations and support to the participants; review of budgets; business planning and execution; and tracks program's result over time. The administrative assistant handles the internal business control and daily administrative tasks. The CRA believes using CDBG funding for economic development and job creation purposes in Immokalee would achieve one of the three (3) HUD National Objectives, benefiting low -and- moderate income persons, as well as further the objectives of Collier County and the Immokalee Area Master Plan, 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. Immokalee has a population of 24,154. Out of this total, 18,267 are Hispanic or Latino and 10,802 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. S. 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 (10) participants enrolled; each expects to have a workforce of between two (2) to four (4) fulltime 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. Collier County III IVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 22 Packet Page -693- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. Using these numbers, the IBDC expects a minimum of ten (10) LMI persons to directly benefit from the CDBG Program with a total of fifteen (15) beneficiaries from the IBDC Program. The participants in the IBDC will have many indirect beneficiaries as capital is spent in Immolcalee a s 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. What 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. Table 1: Median Family Income (MFI) by Household Size Household Size 30% of MFI 50% of MFI Very Low 80% of MF1 Low 1 15,300 25,500 40,800 2 17,500 29,150 46,600 3 19,700 32,800 52,450 4 21,850 36,400 58,250 5 23,600 39,350 62,950 6 25,350 42,250 67,600 7 27,100 45,150 72,250 8 28,850 48,050 76,900 How will applicants /beneficiaries be deemed eligible for this activity? Entry Criteria 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 Stmimary, 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 Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 23 Packet Page -694- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. assist. How 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 to meet the qualifications described above (potential viability, number of job created, demographic served, and overall economic benefits to the community.) DEMONSTRATED NEED / PROPOSED OUTCOMES 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 Zone (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 fill time known 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.. Immokalee'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 Censtis 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 lmniokalee 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. The IBDC seeks to address the general problem of weak economic and business climate in Immokalee, and to address some of the barriers to entry for new businesses. A full time Collier County Ill IVS Grant Application F1 201 2 -2013 24 Packet Page -695- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. presence and full business plan support would greatly increase the number of successful start -ups. It is the intent of the IBDC 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 IBDC will promote 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, fixture 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." 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. Collier County HHVS Grant Application P'Y2012 -2013 25 Packet Page -696- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. The IBDC expects to create ten new companies, each expects to have a workforce of between two (2) to four (4) f illtime employees, creating 15 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. Immokalee is a designated Rural Enterprise Zone. Tile CRA is an Enterprise Zone Development Agency (EZDA). Businesses locating here unay be eligible for jobs tax credit, corporate, sales and use tax credits, sales tax refunds for machinery, equipment, and building materials. 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. Collier County HHNIS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 26 Packet Page -697- 4/24/2012 Item 16.8.1. 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. PROJECT DESCRIPTION (please be brief) The Immokalee CRA has implemented a business development center- the "Immokalee Business Development Center" (IBDC). Im The IBDC Program is an economic development tool designed to facilitate the BIZ growth and development of new and existing businesses in the Immokalee Community. The program am consist of several components such as, workshops, Immokalee Business trainings, information technology, hand -on- management assistance, education, Development Center 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 Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 27 Packet Page -698- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. • 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 • Quick Books (2 days) • Media Marketing Tools • PTAC (Procuring Government Contract) En trepreneur 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 Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012-2013 28 Packet Page -699- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. to attract new industry. Following that same path, the IBDC program seeks to create long -term economic growth and job creation in hnmokalee. 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 • 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 CDBG Funds, the IBDC intends to create ten (10) LMI jobs for people in Immokalee. BUDGET: ff lie budget presented below is the annual budget for the IBDC Line Item CDBG Funds Regular Salaries 56,000 Other Salaries 35,000 Health 26,623 Life 15,327 Social Security Matching 8,500 Retirement-Regular 8,500 Total Personal Services 141,450 Other Contractual Services 7,140 IT Allocations 3,520 Mileage Reimbursement 1,500 Travel Professional 1,000 Travel Regular 1,050 Utilities - Electricity 1,200 Cellular Telephone 3,600 Post Freight 150 Postage 400 Cable /Internet 1,440 Rent Buildings 6,350 Insurance General 500 Office Equipment 500 Printing & Binding 1,000 Other Ads 500 Marketing 4,000 Reimbursement - Collier County HHVS Grant Application PY2012 -2013 29 Packet Page -700- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. Office Stipplies 1,500 Copy Char es 2,000 Minor Office Equipment January 2013 Computer Software - Books and Publications 500 Dues and Memberships 700 Total: $180.000 WORK SCHEDULE: Time frame for completion of the outlined activities shall be: Milestone Deadline Entrepreneur School JanuarV 2013 Complete and release workshop and training January 2013 schedule for first quarter Complete and release workshop and training March 2013 schedule for second quarter Complete and release workshop and training June 2013 schedule for third quarter Entrepreneur School -June 2013 Participants survey on services and training July 2013 offered by IBDC Complete and release workshop and training September 2013 schedule for fourth quarter Annual impact data analysis of participants December 2013 Assist participants in completing paper work for December 2013 Section 3, MBE, HUBZone, and Government contracting certification Assessment of business incubation process and December 2013 program adjustment completed Entrepreneur School January 2014 Complete and release workshop and training January 2014 schedule for first quarter Complete and release workshop and training March 2014 schedule for second quarter Complete and release workshop and training June 2014 schedule for third quarter Entrepreneur School June 2014 Participants survey on services and training July 2014 offered by IBDC Complete and release workshop and training September 2014 schedule for fourth quarter Assist participants in completing paper work for December 2014 Section 3, MBE, HUBZone, and Government contracting certification Creation of ten (10 ) LMI jobs for people in December 2014 Immokalee Collies- County IIfIVS Grant Application xY2012-2013 30 Packet Page -701- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. OUTCOME PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS: PERFORMANCE PERFORMANCE ACTIVITY INDICATORS /NUMBE OBJECTIVE MEASURE Complete and release RS January 2013 workshop and training PROJECT D Business Assistance /job Number of businesses Participants selected 8 firms Creation & Economic served by IBDC workshop and training Development schedule for second quarter Business Assistance /job Number of LMI Opening of new 16 Employees Creation & Economic Households employed businesses in Development by IBDC's participants community July 2013 Business Assistance /job Average monthly salary Participants Above average wages Creation & Economic paid by businesses selected /opening of Development Complete and release new businesses in August 2013 workshop and training community schedule for fourth quarter 1. Describe specific steps the organization will take to implement the proposed project. Project Tasks Start Date End Date Entrepreneur School January 2013 February 2013 Complete and release January 2013 January 2013 workshop and training schedule for first quarter Complete and release March 2013 April 2013 workshop and training schedule for second quarter Complete and release June 2013 July 2013 workshop and training schedule for third quarter Entrepreneur School June 2013 July 2013 Participants survey on July 2013 July 2013 services and training offered b IBDC Complete and release September 2013 August 2013 workshop and training schedule for fourth quarter Annual impact data analysis December 2013 December 2013 Collier County HHVS Grant (Application FY2012 -2013 31 Packet Page -702- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. of participants Assist participants in December 2013 December 2013 completing paper work for Section 3, MBE, HUBZone, and Government contracting certification Assessment of business December 2013 December 2013 incubation process and program adjustment completed Entrepreneur School January 2014 February 2014 Complete and release January 2014 January 2014 workshop and training schedule for first quarter Complete and release March 2014 April 2014 workshop and training schedule for second quarter Complete and release June 2014 July 2014 workshop and training schedule for third quarter Entrepreneur School June 2014 July 2014 Participants survey on July 2014 July 2014 services and training offered by IBDC Complete and release September 2014 August 2014 workshop and training schedule for fourth quarter Assist participants in December 2014 December 2014 completing paper work for Section 3, MBE, HUBZone, and Government contracting certification Annual impact data analysis December 2014 December 2014 of participants 2. Who will be responsible to carry out these special steps? The CRA Executive Director and the IBDC Manager will administer and direct the program. The IBDC administrative assistant will provide support services for the IBDC. 3. What are the resources you currently have available to implement this activity? The IBDC currently is funded by CDBG which will expire on July 2011. 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. Collier County HHVS Grant (Application FY2012 -2013 32 Packet Page -703- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. 4. What projects have your organization completed in the past two years in a timely manner? Be specific. Although not complete, the CRA has the following projects underway: PROJECT LMI PERSON LOCATION TOTAL ASSISTED DOLLARS Downtown DRI - Stormwater 24,519 Immokalee 3.1 million DRI - Stormwater 19,860 Immokalee Drive 2.1 millon CDBG -IBDC - Job 210,000 expire June Creation 5 Immokalee 15, 2012 Immokalee CDBG - Crosswalk 19,860 Rd. /Main St. 140,000 CDBG - First Street First and Main Plaza 19,860 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 tip 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. CRA oversight: The Executive Director, Penny Phillippi, has over 20 years of experience in government contracting and program management. She is currently the Executive Director of the Itnmokalee CRA. Mrs. Phillippi came to Collier County with a wealth of experience in business management; grant procurement and administration; community building and redevelopment experience. Further, Mrs. Phillippi currently sits on the Board of the Florida Export Finance Corporation who provide guaranteed loans of up to $500,000.00 to businesses exporting from the State of Florida; and the Advisory Board of Neighborhood Lending Partners of West Florida, Inc., a multi -bank lending consortium. 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 Community College, managing a law practice, and operating a Haitian Bakery in Imtnokalee. She is multi - lingual Collier County III JVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 33 Packet Page -704- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. 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. The IBDC Administrative Assistant, Rosemary Dillon, has over 20 years experience as an executive assistant to a non - profit organization and she worked in her family owned business for five years. Ms. Dillon has strong bookkeeping and computer expertise. 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. Also, the Executive Director of the CRA, Penny Phillippi, has over 20 years experience in grant procurement and administration. Her experience includes extensive grant management with such program as SHIP, HOME, HOPE VI, CDBG, WAP, CSBG, Empowerment Zone, USDA Housing Preservation, HUD Continuum of Care and various state homeless and hurricane assistance grants. 3. Comment on your organization's knowledge of and ability to follow federal /state project guidelines. Currently, the IBDC is funded by a $212,000.00 two year CDBG fund which will expire in June 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. hiclude 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 Downtown DR] - Stormwater 24,519 Immokalee 3.1 DRI - Stormwater 19,860 Immokalee Drive 2.1 CDBG -1 BDC - Job Creation 5 Immokalee 210,000 Immokalee CDBG - Crosswalk 19,860 Rd. /Main St. 140,000 CDBG - First Street First and Main Plaza 19,860 Streets 810,000 5. Explain the ability of your organization to provide programmatic oversight for this grant funded program. The CRA /IBDC has been extremely successful in the delivery of grant funded programs. Whether it be hard construction projects such as the Commercial Fagade Grant and Stormwater projects or soft delivery projects such as the IBDC program, we have had no findings or concerns to date and we have Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 34 Packet Page -705- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. delivered all required reports on time. Nor have we exceeded our budget on any of our projects. The current CDBG grant is expected to close out by June 15, 2013. The CRA Director will provide programmatic oversight for this program. The IBDC Center Manager is well versed and experience to handle the day -to day operations of the IBDC and coordinates and provides technical assistance to the participants. The center manger also conducts quarterly assessments of participant's business to follow if milestones are being met and evaluate the current need of the participant and how the IBDC can help meet that need. The center manager creates a curriculum that involves different business related workshops and training to assure that participants are receiving valuable and needed information that will help them in the operation of their individual businesses. BUDGET TOTAL PROTECT RtlDGF.T Collier- County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 35 Packet Page -706- Federal In -Kind Other Funds Funding Sources funds Executive Director Oversight 8,800 CRA Re ular Salaries 56,000 CDBG Other Salaries 35,000 CDBG Health 26,623 CDBG Life 15,327 CDBG Social Security Matching 8,500 CDBG -Retirement-Regular 8,500 CDBG .CDBG /IBDC's Partners Other Contractual Services 7,140 $51000 IT Allocations 3,520 $1'400 CRA Lease E ui ment $3,585 CRA Mileage Reimbursement 1,500 CDBG Travel Professional 1,000 $2,000 CDBG /CRA Travel Re ular 1,050 CDBG Utilities - Electricity 1,200 CDBG Cellular Telephone 3,600 CDBG Post Freight 150 CDBG Postage 400 CDBG Cable /Internet 1,440 $2,156 CDBG /CRA Collier- County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 35 Packet Page -706- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. 1. Have other funding sources been identified and secured? Yesm Non CRA funds in the amount of $50,000.00 have been budgeted for the operating expenses of the IBDC. These finds will be used during the period in which the current CDBG expires (June 15, 2012) to the estimated entitlement period of December 2012. July 2012 Atig 2012 Se t 2012 CDBG Rent Buildings 6,350 Salary $4,307.70 $4,307.70 $4,307.70 $4,307.70 $4,307.70 $4,307.70 CDBG Insurance General 500 Salary $2,698.20 $2,698.20 CDBG Office E ui went 500 $2,698.20 Other CDBG Printing R Binding 1,000 $754.54 $754.54 $754.54 $754.54 $754.54 Social CDBG Other Ads 500 Security $2,000 $4,000 CDBG /IBDC Marketing 4,000 $485.48 $485.48 Partners CRA Reimbursement $485.48 $485.48 TOTAL $8,245.92 1 $8,245.92 1 $8,245.92 1 $8,245.92 $500 CDBG /CRA Office Supplies 1,500 $4,000 CDBG /CRA Copy Charges 2,000 $1,500 CRA Minor Office E ui ment Computer Software CDBG Books and Publications 500 CDBG Dues and Memberships 700 $4,420 CRA Ciislodial/cleanhig Services $15,800 $23,561 TOTAL $180,000 1. Have other funding sources been identified and secured? Yesm Non CRA funds in the amount of $50,000.00 have been budgeted for the operating expenses of the IBDC. These finds will be used during the period in which the current CDBG expires (June 15, 2012) to the estimated entitlement period of December 2012. 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. Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 36 Packet Page -707- July 2012 Atig 2012 Se t 2012 Oct 2012 Nov 2012 Dec 2012 Salary $4,307.70 $4,307.70 $4,307.70 $4,307.70 $4,307.70 $4,307.70 Regular Salary $2,698.20 $2,698.20 $2,698.20 $2,698.20 $2,698.20 $2,698.20 Other Retirement $754.54 $754.54 $754.54 $754.54 $754.54 $754.54 Social Security Match $485.48 $485.48 $485.48 $485.48 $485.48 $485.48 TOTAL $8,245.92 1 $8,245.92 1 $8,245.92 1 $8,245.92 $8,245.92 1 $8,245.92 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. Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 36 Packet Page -707- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. 2. Attach award letter and /or letter of intent for each funding commitment and date of funding availability. (Exhibit 12) 3. Of the total project cost, what percentage has been, or will be financed with CDBG /HOME /ESG? CDBG) HOMEJESG Funding (divided by) Total Project Cost = Percentage $360.000 (divided by) -$438.722 = 82 ($ 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: $360,000.00/10 LMI persons= $36,000.00 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 committed long term support of the IBDC and will strive to ensure that the IBDC builds toward becoming economically self - sufficient and has developed a long term plan. 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 serves as a catalyst toward the development and successful implementation of the IBDC. 6. Explain the management and financial ability ofyour 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 grant funds. CRA oversight: Penny Phillippi serves as the Executive Director of the Immokalee CRA and the IBDC. Ms. Phillippi has over 20 years of relevant experience in community affairs. Her experience includes extensive grant management with such programs as SHIP, HOME, HOPE VI, CDBG, WAP, CSBG, Empowerment Zone, USDA Housing Preservation, HUD Continuum of Care and various state homeless and hurricane assistance grant. Ms. Phillippi approves expenditures, maintains budget and has the final fiscal responsibility. Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 37 Packet Page -708- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. 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. 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. MATCHiiE'VERAGE 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 dote: HOMEPROIECTS REQUIREA 25% MATCH. Check with the HHVS staff to determine eligible forms of match. Please check one or more of the following eligible contributions: [ ] cash contributions [ ] state or local grants [ ] private loans [ ] fund- raising monies [ ] other federal grants *(cannot be used for match) [ ] value of land or real property (specify who owns the land or real property) [x ] value of in -kind contribution, including donated material or building; and value of lease on a building (staff time is excluded) CRA Executive director oversight services: $8,800.00 Partners in -kind contribution of facilitating workshops /training:$7,000.00 AUDIT /FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 1. Does your organization have an established accounting system? Yesm No❑ Collier County Clerk of Court Finance and Accounting. If yes, please provide a certification from a Certified Public Accountant to that effect or a HUD approved audit summary. 2. Attach one copy of the signed annual financial statement for each of the past two years. (Exhibit 9 ) Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 38 Packet Page -709- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. 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. The Immokalee 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 fora 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 (LABIA). Grant final evaluation - creation of ten (10) new LMI Full -time employees. Collier County F1HVS Grant. Application FY2012 -2013 39 Packet Page -710- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. 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 ten 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. 4. Include any letters of support for your project from your community or local partners. (Exhibit 15) Environmental Issues Check the appropriate item to the best o,[vour 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❑ No® c. Project /property is in a wetlands area. Yes❑ NoN 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❑ No® i. Are any endangered or threatened or listed species located on the proposed project site? Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 44 Packet Page -711- 4/24/2012 Item 163.1. 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® M. Project /property is on or near soil contaminated by diesel /fuel or gasoline. Yesn No® Note: If any of the above items is marked 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 8. Board 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) Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 41 Packet Page -712- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. NAPLES FL. FY 2012 MEDIAN FAMILY HUD INCOME GUIDELINES EFFECTIVE December 1, 2011 Table 1: Median Family Income (MFI) by Household Size Household Size 30% of MFI 50% of MFI Very Low 80% of MFI Low 1 15,300 25,500 40,800 2 17,500 29,150 46,600 3 19,700 32,800 52,450 4 21,850 36,400 58,250 5 23,600 39,350 62,950 6 25,350 42,250 67,600 7 27,100 45,150 72,250 8 28,850 48,050 76,900 Collier County IIHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 42 Packet Page -713- Exhibit 1 501(c) (3) IRS Tax Exemption Letter N/A Packet Page -715- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. CM Packet Page -716- Exhibit 2 Articles of Incorporation Resolution No. 2000 -83 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. 12 G I RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -83 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA RELATING TO COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT: DECLARING THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS TO BE THE COLLIER COUNTY COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: AUTHORIZING THE CREATION OF ADV180RY BOARDS FOR THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA: PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT WITH OTHER RESOLUTIONS AND SEVERABILITY: PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissloners has adopted a resolution finding the e dstenu of as or more blighted areas In the unincorporated area of the County wW Mow finding that the rshabi itatiort, conservation or redevelopment or combination thereof, In such areas is necessary N the interest of the pubic health, safety, morals or weyare of the re0donts of Collar County, Flodda; and WHEREAS, to terry out and Implement the redevelopment powers and actions contemplated by Part 01, Chapter 183, Florida Statutes, within such areas, it Is necessary that a community redevelopment agency be created: and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners dales to serve as the community redevelopment agency and have advisory boards consisting of dtxaa and Property comers in the area s providing advice to the Board conceming the redevelopment of the areas; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COWER COUNTY, FLORIDA AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Findno. The foregoing radials are hereby adopted and incorporated hens to the same extent as if they wets set forth in this seclim. Section 2. Dedaral'bn W Board of County Commissioners as Commuiityy RodevabomentAoancy. As provided In Section 183.357(1), Florida StatWat (1999), the Board of County Commissioners or Collar County, Florida, does hereby declare Itself to be the Collar County Community Redevelopment Agency as an additional duty of office, and does further declare that all the rights, povmrs, duties, Privileges, and im munttes vested by Part 111, Chapter 103, Florida Statutes (1999) In such a community redevelopment agency are hereby vested In the Board of County Commissloners, subject to all responsibilities and Usb1fi6es Imposed or Incurred. Section 2. Separate Leoei Entity. The members of the Board of County Commissloners are the members or the Commurt;ty Rodeyalopmant Agency, but the members constitute the head of a legal entity, separate, distIncL and Independent from the Board of Co ntyCommisslonan. Section 3. Creation of Advisory Boards. There are to be created, under separate resolutions by the Community Redevelopment Agency, advisory boards for each component Packet Page -717- 12 C'1 area of the community redevelopment area In the unincorporated area of Cotter County, vfitch shat be Composed of citizens, residents, property owners and business owners or persons engaged In business In the area, as provided In the resolution of the Community Redevelopment Agency providing for the appointment of such members. The duties and responsibl sties of such advisory boards shell be sat forth in the resolution of the Community Redevelopment Agency. Section 4. Conflict . All resolutions and parts of resolutions In conflict whh any Of the provisions of this resolution are hereby repealed. Section 5. Severabilihr. It any section or portion of a section of this resolution prove$ to be Invalid, unlawful, or unconstitutional, it shall not be held to invalidate or Impetr the validity, force, or affect of any other section or part of this resolution. Section B. Effective Date.This resolution shag become effective Immadiataly upon its passage and adoption. Section?. This Resolution adopted after motion, second and majority vote this /L day of �, 2000. ATTEST: BOARD OFC SIONERS "rf� BROCK, CLERK COLLIER TUNTY, FLORIDA BY, . ras • `�tE.i<elL.'i� ;to Chatrtua's TIMO7 . CONSTA NE, C IRMAN •f;f9n +ttrrt only. APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGAL SUFFICIENCY David C. Weigel County Attorney 2 Packet Page -718- 4/24/2012 Item 16.8.1. Exhibit 3 By -Laws 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. BYLAWS OF THE COMM TV REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARDS OF COLLIER COUNTY? FLORIDA ARTICLE i.. NAM9 AND PURP03iu SH&JON 1. &= The local advisory board, one per each component redevelopment area, shall be known as "the'name of the component redevelopment area in which the local planning board site, Local Redevelopment Advisory Board, SECTION 2, Eedevelocment Am: The area of operution of an advisory boated consists of that certain geographical area identified in CRA Resolution 20"1 by the -Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and Resolution 2000 -181 by the BCC, and referred to therein as the 'lmmokalee Component Redevelopment Area and the Bayshore/Gateway Component Redev€loptnent Axes. Additional redevelopment component areas may be designated by-separate resolutions of the Community Redevelopment Agency of Collier County ('tW) and the Collier County Board of County Commissioners ( "BCC") after all appropriate findings have been made and a redevelopment component plan for those area is adopted by the CRA and BCC, all in accordance with mart III, Chapter 163, Florida Suatutes (the "Ace), ' SV,CrION 3. Eu= - Each advisory board is intended to be the primary source of community input to the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency (this' CM") and to the CRA staff. Each advisory board will consider and make recommendations to the CPA staff and the CkA concerning the Redevelopment Plan, amendmonts to the Redevelopment Puri, the redevelopment area work program and its implementation and any redevelopment projects proposed for the afta of operation of ilta advisory board, The advisory board functions are advisory only, and are to assist with tito public input in the local redevelopment planning process. More speaiiically, the purpose and duties of each advisory board shall be as follows: (a) review the applicable component redeveloptent area's redevelopment plan and when necessary recommend to the CRA any changes to the plan; (b) make wommendadons to the CRA, on plan implementation, including developing an annual work program, setting project priorities, and developing incentives to further the redevelopment efforts and carry out and effectuate the purposes and provisions of the Act in the component tedevelopment area; (c) receive input from members of the public interested in redevelopment of the component redevelopment area and to report such inf'orntstion to the CRA; and (d) . review and comment on any redevelopmnt projects proposed in. the advisory board's component redevelopment area. Packet Page -719- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. MV OM (g) One (1) at large representative who resides or engages in business, or both, in the BayshoreJOateway Triangle Component Redevelopment Area; SECTION ti• trrrm,okalee al Redevelopment Advisnrv_.Bogtdj In order to assure a comprehensive approach in the Immokalee community, the Immokalee Enterprise Zone Development Agency as created by the BCC pursuant to Collier County Ordinance 95 -22, as amended, shall be'the Immokslee Local `Redevelopment Advisory Board. The Immokalee Local Redevelopment.Advisory Board shall Adhere to the provisions of these bylaws, except as otherwise provided by Collier County Ordinance 95 -22, as amended. S$tr1 ON7. Apglication e x- Applicants must be residents and electors of Collier County, Residents interested in applying to serve on an advisory board shall submit a letter requesting such appointment and containing a brief resume to the CRA, Guidelines for appointing the members to the advisory board will be consistent with those procedures outlined in BCC Resolution 94 -135. SECTION S. e • Except for the Jinmokalae Local Redevelopment Advisory Board, advisory board members shall serve for two (2) year terms, with no more than two reappointments permitted. However, for purposes of staggering reappointments, three (3) of the initial members will have one (1) year terms as follows: Bayshore/dateway Local Redevelopment Advisory Board- the Bayshore resident, the Gateway Triangle resident and the at large representative will each serve only a one (1) year term for the first year of the advisory board, with two (2) year terms from-then one The terms for the Intnwkalee I..ocal Redevelopment Advisory Board will be consistent with the terms set forth in Collier County,Ordlnance -� 95 -22, as amended. SECTION 9. Vacancies: Vacancies occurring on any advisory board shall be publicized, but need not be advertised, in a publication of general circulation within the county,, and vacancy notices are to be posted in the county libraries, the courthouse and on the Internet, Appointments to fill vacancies on the advisory board shall be filled by the CRA Board member of the component redevelopment area, The term of an advisory board mcmlier appointed to fill a vacancy expires at the time the term of the original member would have expired, SECTION 10. Attends e. Removal and Rgsigng#ion: It is the intent and strong desire of the CRA that there be full attendance of advisory board members at all meetings of the advisory board, recognizing, however, that it may be necessary for board members to be absent from a meeting due to unusual or emergency circumstances. The following requirements are established: 1, Any advisory board member who is absent for more than two-thirds of the advisory board's meetings in a given fiscal year shall be deemed to have tendered his or her resignation from the advisory board, The CRA shall, as soon as practicable after such resignation, declare the position' vacant and shall promptly dill the position. The affected advisory board member shall not serve at Any meeting after his or her position is declared vacant by the CPA. 2. In the event that any advisory board member is absent from two consecutive advisory board meetings without .a satisfactory excuse acceptable to the advisory board, 'the advisory board chairman shall state such fact ut the next regularly scheduled advisory board meeting and shall thereafter notify, in writing, the CRA of the advisory board member's failure to attend without a satisfactory excuse. The CRA shall review the notification at a CRA meeting and shall declare the advisory board member's position to be vacant if the CPA concurs that the advisory board member was absent from two Packet Page -720- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. SECTION S. Officer V ca es-, if a vacancy exists in any office, the advisory board shall elect a new officer by the affirmative vote of a nmjorlty of the advisory board members present and voting at a ' meeting of the advisory board, to tilt the incomplete term of the vacated office. SSGiiON 9. Removal or $eslanation: The advisory board may remove an officer at any time with or without cause by the affirmative vote of a majority of the advisory board members present and voting at a duly constituted meeting of the advisory board, An officer may resign <at any time by delivering notice thereof to the advisory board. A resignation Is effective when the notice is delivered to the advisory board unless the notice specifies a later effective date and the advisory board accepts the future effective date, the pending vacancy may be filled before the effective date provided that the successor does not take office until the effective data, atn •E M. S'UBCOMMi{TPEES SECTION L QN110M The advisory board may create, from time to time, such subcommittees as shall be necessary or desirable to carry out the functions, purposes, and objectives of the advisory board, Any such subcommittees shall be subordinate to the advisory board, shall be assigned a specific purpose and objective, and shall be given a date certain to complete its tasks, at which time the subcommittee shall be dissolved, .unless said date is extended by the affirmative vote of a majority of the advisory board rnembers present and voting at a duly constituted meeting of the advisory board. SBCT30P12. Mmjbm The members of such subcommittee shall be elected by the advisory board for such term and shalt have qualifications as the advisory board my desiwa SEMON 3. Bemovah The advisory board may remove any subcommittee member with or without cause by the affirmative vote of a majority of advisory board members present and voting at any meeting of the advisory board. SF.MON 4, tkLsi i Pmedures; The subcommittees shall be subject to the some parliamentary procedures as the advisory board and Florida's Government in the Sunshine Law. !� Mg gp„Mpgq i, NSA. Regular meetings of the advisory board shall be hold on such day, time and place as may be determined by the advisory board, and at a minimum once a month. The purpose of the meetings Is to discuss and to then prepare recommendations and advice to the CRA on mutters brought before the advisory board. SECTION 2. QMgMm and _ ofina: At all regular or special meetings of an advisory board, a majority of the membership of the advisory board shall constitute a quorum. Voting shall be by voice unless a member of the advisory board requests a roll call. The roll shall be in alphabetical order with the first narm called rotating with each motion upon which the vote is called. The Chairman shall always vote last, A recodof the roll call shall be kept'as part of the minutes. SRMON 3, Ste„ W MMIlnU Special meetings may be called by the Chairman at anytime provided adequate notice is given pursuant to Article 5, Section 4 hereof, The Chairman may also call a special ,mot ling when Mquested to do so in writing*by a.nwjority of the- members• of the advisory board or by a CRA staff member;" The nonce of such a meeting shall specify the purpose of such a meeting and no Packet Page -721- 4/24/2012 Item 16.B.1. PASSED AND CERT;FPD AS TO PASSAGE by the Collier County Communi Agency this clay of 4__�-�2001. ty Redevelo pment R •t etltll..,i.t....,r• .. •— .F vDW�GT�,'T,- '$RqT�, SECRETA.RX OF Cp�X REDBVELOPMI3N}^ AGENCY R COUNTY ;' • : c'.: ,FLORIDA BY, „ `'Cha f �an PAMELA S. MACKIE, CHA MAC` �$ Approved As to Form and Legal Sufficiency Heidl Ashton Assistant County Attorney and CRA LegaI Counsel ' i r ' Packet Page -722- 4/24/2012 Item 16.B.1. Packet Page -723- Exhibit 4 Organizational Chart 4/24/2012 Item 16.3.1. Immokalee Business Development Center Organizational Chart AWk 1,: Collier County CRABCC Immokalee CRA Executive Director Immokalee Business Development Center Manager Administrative Assistant Packet Page -724- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. Packet Page -725- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. Exhibit 5 List of Current Board of Directors Packet Page -726- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Exhibit 5 List of Board of Directors Although the Collier County Board of County Commissioners sits as the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency Board of Directors, the CRA Board is a separate and distinct legal entity. Jim Coletta District 5 2011 Vice- Chairman Donna Fiala District 1 CRA Chairperson Georgia A. Hiller, Esq.. District 2 Tom Henning District 3 Fred W. Coyle District 4 2011 Chairman ( tc; r Ccw ry 14ViM 0 KALE Collier County Communfly "< Redevelopment Agency Packet Page -727- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Irv. Packet Page -728- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Exhibit 6 Resumes, Pay Scales with job Description Packet Page -729- ATTACHMENT 6 Staff Qualifications 4/24/2012 Item 16.B.1. Penny Phillippi 310 Alachua Street Immokalee, FL 34142 239.252.2310 **E-mail: PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE December 2007 — Present Executive Director, Collier County Redevelopment Agency (CRA) - Immokalee The Director of the Immokalee CRA is responsible for development, redevelopment and economic development in a rural agricultural -based community. The Director has oversight of the CRA, the State Enterprise Zone Development Agency (EZDA), the Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern (RACEC) and the Federal Enterprise Community and the Advisory Boards to those entities. The Director provides overall direction for the CRA office including, but not limited to, program development, administration, budgeting, and personnel. November 2000 — November 2007 Housing Director, Highlands County Board of County Commissioners The Housing Director must plan, schedule, assign, review, and coordinate community development. Coordinate programs with other County departments, public and private organizations to develop innovative programs toward revitalization. Develop improvement plans for targeted neighborhoods. Catalyze community change, i.e., developed a Neighborhood Preservation and Enhancement Improvement District, Highlands County Homeless Coalition, a six -county rural Continuum of Care , a six county HOME Investment Partnership Consortia (HOME) Participating Jurisdiction (PJ) and the three - county Heartland Community Land Trust, Inc.). Write, establish and implement programs with the responsibility of ensuring adequate and affordable housing for present and future County residents and for households with special needs in accordance with the Housing Element of the Comprehensive Plan, Land Development Regulations, the Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) and the six -county Consolidated Plan. Responsible for receipt, allocation, expenditure, evaluation, leveraging and the management of the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program, Small Cities Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) (Housing, Economic Development and Community Revitalization), HOME, USDA Rural Development and other programs associated with Highlands County's maintenance and enhancement of designated communities. Ranked Number 1 in Innovation Category for the $5 million Community Workforce Housing Innovation Pilot Program (CWHIP). A disaster ready position required to manage a storm shelter, access damages, and plan for, garner funds and implement post disaster housing replacement and repair. July 1995 - June 2000 Senior Associate and Director of Social Investment The Gray Group, L.L.C. Consultant and grant writer, responsible for directing The Gray Group's Southeastern operations for affordable housing programs such as HOME, SHIP, State Apartment Incentive Loan (SAIL) Program, and CDBG; and social service programs such as Community Services Block Grant (CSBG). Coordinated affordable housing development and community building for governmental, non -profit and for profit sponsors. As principal lead for HOPE VI Community Development and Packet Page -730- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. PENNY PHILLIPPI Page Two Supportive Services and Family Self- Sufficiency programs in Florida and the Southeast, created, developed and implemented a flagship Family Self - Sufficiency Program that received the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) 2000 Award and received the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Best Practices 2000 Award, Contracts included: 1. State of Florida, Department of Community Affairs, Community Services Block Grant Program (CSBG), designed the State program, trained Community Action Agencies (statewide) and wrote both the Model and the State Coininunity Action Plan. 2, Assisted with the Cities of Norfolk and Portsmouth combined successful 1998 Empowerment Zone Application. July 1990 - July 1995 Planner, Research and Technical Assistance /Affordable Housing Catalyst Unit, Division of Housing and Community Development, Bureau of Community Development, Florida Department of Community Affairs (DCA). Managed and monitored training and technical assistance contracts on SHIP, HOPE, and HOME training and technical assistance programs. Researched and assisted in drafting the Affordable Housing in Florida report to the Florida Legislature, 1991 -1994. Provided research for the State Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS). Conducted, prepared and updated the annual Inventory of Publ icly Oti ,ned Lands and Buildings for affordable housing. Analyzed Strategic Policy Plans for the Regional Planning Councils to ensure compliance with Florida Administrative Code and Florida Statutes. Reviewed Small Cities CDBG applications from local governments for compliance with local and state Comprehensive Plans. Audited. Housing Element portions of local government Comprehensive Plans and maintained an informational database. Implementation of workshops, public speaking engagements, and training and technical assistance throughout Florida for the myriad of state housing programs. Community Assistance Consultant, DCA. Negotiated, managed, and monitored Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) and FloridaFix contractual agreements between the state and local governments and non - profits such as Community Action Agencies, Urban Leagues and Economic Development Commissions. Provided training and technical assistance to meet OMB requirements for successful audits, application of energy conservation and indoor air quality techniques, start -up training, leveraging of funds, and partnership development. July 1989 - July 1990 Weatherization Specialist and FloridaFix Coordinator, Central Florida Community Action Agency (a Florida non - profit). Developed, marketed and implemented the pilot retrofit FloridaFix Program. Marketed the program to churches, civic organizations, and local governments via presentations and the media. Prepared successful grant requests. Inspected homes, estimated repairs, purchased materials, supervised contractors and volunteer construction crews. Provided community outreach for the WAP and FloridaFix to three of Florida's rural counties. Packet Page -731- 4/24/2012 Item 163.1. PENNY PHILLIPPI Page Three EDUCATION University of Wisconsin, Green Bay, 1978 BA in Humanistic Studies, Dual Major, Education and Anthropology Florida State University, Graduate Studies in Cultural Anthropology AFFILIATIONS Ieartland Community Land Trust, Executive Board, 2007 - Present South Florida Regional Planning Council CEDS Committee, 2007 Sebring Ridge Museum, Executive Board 2006 - Present Highlands County Coalition for the Homeless, Inc., Executive Board, President 2002 -2006 Florida's Heartland Rural Consortia for the Homeless, Inc., Executive Board, President 2003 -2006 Neighborhood Lending Partners of West Florida, Advisory Board, Member Christian Contractors Association, Inc., Advisory Board, Member ReBuilding Together, Inc., Advisory Board, Member West Florida Regional SHIP Steering Committee, Member 2000 - 2007 Florida Community Development Association, Inc., Member American Friends Service Committee (Southeastern Region Executive Committee - 1994) Florida Housing Coalition, Board Member —1990 Enrolled member of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma PUBLISHED MATERIALS Native Voices published in Common Ground, The Delta Endangered, Spring 1996, vol. 1(1), Penny Jessel I1 . l 1t182" Disaster: Hurricane Andrew and the Miccosukee published in Anthropologists and Indians in the Neu, South, Rachel Bonney and Anthony Paredes, editors (University of Alabama Press, 2001), "A Disaster ", Penny Jessel. This book received the prestigious honor of "Academic Title of the Year for 2002" C <e l` ! ; dirt :z Packet Page -732- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. 1320 N 1501 Street Tel.: (239)8674121 lmmokalee, Florida 34142 Fax: (954) 4144368 Email 4t:15 t rte , 16 Marie C. Capita Experience 1998 -2000 Miami Dade Community College Miami, Florida ESOL Professor .Taught English as a Second language to foreigners, specifically Cubans and Haitians. Implemented a curriculum that enhanced their speaking skills and ability to learn the English language. Students were taught the English language whereby they could become self sufficient when seeking employment, working in an environment where English was primary language, and can communicate with others. After learning English, they were able to advance in their education. 2000 -2002 Law Offices of Keith A. Martin Lauderhill, Florida Of-Counsel Prepare motions and conduct hearings for real estate, probate, trust, guardianship and family matters. Litigate real estate .matters include, not all inclusive, defending homeowners in unfair and deceptive trade practices, defending homeowners in foreclosures and representing homeowners in loss mitigation of their mortgages, prosecuting or defending quite title actions, will or trust contests, evictions, etc. Conduct probate and real estate bench trials. Also, conduct real estate closings that include, abstracting title, clearing clouds on title, preparing settlement statements, reviewing and explaining closing documents, preparing owner and lender title polices, and reconciling trust accounts. Represent general contractors in claim of lien, breach of contract and foreclosure matters. Represent sellers, buyers and corporations at closing transactions. 2002 -2009 Law Offices of Marie C. Capita, Davie, Florida Attorney . Responsible for all files that included real estate, family, business, and probate matters. Litigated probate, real estate and family matters. Mediated matters of real estate, and family. Drafted and executed pleadings and memorandums of law. Drafted and argued motions. Packet Page -733- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1 Supervised acquisition and merger transactions for small businesses. AOW Formed corporations for new businesses. Day to day responsibility included supervising and managing junior attorneys, legal assistants and interns. Also, managed human resources, which included payroll, insurance, company policy and hiring and /or firing of employees. . Title Agent - Conducted closings and represented clients in real estate transactions. June 2010 to July 2010 Synergy Legal Professionals, Miramar, Florida Document Reviewer .Reviewing, analyzing, and tagging business records of banks, financial institutions, pharmaceutical and computer software companies for purpose of discovery and trial preparation. 2011 to present Collier County BCC/ Immokalee Business Development Center, Immokalee, Florida Center Manager .Oversee the program for the Immokalee Business Development Center. Responsible for daily operations of the center's program. Provide start- up businesses with counseling and support, review budgets, business planning an execution, and track results over time. Maintains internal financial records, budget projections, and recruit mentors and partners for the program. Teach business related workshops and training to participants. Education 1989 -1993 Florida International University Miami, Florida Graduated with a B.A. in Finance 1994 -1997 University of Miami Coral Gables, Florida Graduated with a Degree of Juris Doctor Interests Member of the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar, Member of the Lee County Barr Association, Member of the Broward County Bat- Association, help CRA in Immokalee with projects pertaining to the Haitian Comnuinity, Officer in the Immokalee Celebration of Culture, Inc., Member of the PTA. Language English, French, and Creole Packet Page -734- 4/24/2012 Item 16.B.1. Packet Page -735- Exhibit 7 State of Florida Certificate of Good Standing N/A Packet Page -736- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13. 1. 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Packet Page -737- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Packet Page -738- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Exhibit 9 Most Recent Financial Statement Packet Page -739- 4/24/2012 Item 16.B.1. Elected Officials -Board of Commissioners Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Department Budgetary Cost Summary FY 2010 Actual FY 2011 Adopted FY 2011 Forecast FY 2012 FY 2012 Current Expanded FY 2012 Adopted FY 2012 Change Personal Services 280,148 350,000 321,400 389,500 389,500 11.3% Operating Expense 550,038 439,000 765,200 561,100 561,100 27.8% Indirect Cost Reimburs 31,900 38,400 38,400 51,300 51,300 33.6% Capital Outlay 443,381 821,400 295,000 573,300 573,300 (30.2%) Grants and Aid 284,987 200,000 78,400 143,000 143,000 (28.5 0%) Remittances 200,000 778,600 - 216,100 216,100 (72.4 %) Total Budget 2,002,922 2,627,300 1,642,600 - - - na Net Operating Budget 1,770,463 1,848,800 1,498,400 1,718,200 1,718,200 (7.1 %) Trans to Property Appraiser 2,386 2,600 2,800 2,800 - 2,800 7.7% Trans to Tax Collector 6,382 9,100 8,000 7,600 7,600 (16.5 0!0) Trans to 111 Unincorp Gen Fd 23,700 33,600 33,600 33,600 33,600 0.0% Trans to 325 Stormw Cap Fd 200,000 - - - _ na Reserves For Contingencies 2,855,100 85,200 - - 46,400 - 45,400 na (45.5%) Reserves For Capital - 648,000 124,700 124,700 (80.8 %) Total Budget 2,002,922 2,627,300 1,642,600 1,933,300 1,933,300 (26.4%) FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2012 FY 2012 FY 2012 Department Position Summary Actual Adopted Forecast Current Expanded Adopted Change Immokalee Community Redevelopment 3.00 3.00 4.00 4.00 - 4.00 33.3% Agency (CRA) (186) Total FTE 3.00 3.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 33.3% Fiscal Year 2012 20 Eleded Officials-Board of Commissioners Packet Page -740- FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2012 FY 2012 FY 2012 Appropriations by Program Actual Adopted Forecast Current Expanded Adopted Change Immokalee Beautification MSTU (162) 232,507 826,700 463,800 790,000 - 790,000 (4.4 %) Immokalee Community Redevelopment 1,537,947 1,022,100 1,034,600 928,200 926,200 (9.2 %) Agency (CRA) (186) 1,975 - ne Total Net Budget 1,770,463 1,848,800 1,498,400 1,718,200 1,718,200 (7.1 %) Total Transfers and Reserves 232,468 778,600 44,200 216,100 216,100 (72.4 %) Total Budget 2,002,922 2,627,300 1,642,600 1,933,300 - 1,933,300 (26.4 %) FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2012 FY 2012 FY 2012 Department Position Summary Actual Adopted Forecast Current Expanded Adopted Change Immokalee Community Redevelopment 3.00 3.00 4.00 4.00 - 4.00 33.3% Agency (CRA) (186) Total FTE 3.00 3.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 33.3% Fiscal Year 2012 20 Eleded Officials-Board of Commissioners Packet Page -740- FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2012 FY 2012 FY 2012 Department Funding Sources Actual Adopted Forecast Current Expanded Adopted Change Ad Valorem Taxes 295,358 364,000 300,000 305,700 305,700 (16,0%) Delinquent Ad Valorem Taxes 8,730 - 1,800 _ na Charges For Services 1,975 - ne Miscellaneous Revenues 2,800 - - na InteresUMisc 21,590 6,000 9,100 6,000 0,000 0,0% Reimb From Other Depts 2,230 - _ na Trans Irm Property Appraiser 332 na Trans Irm Tax Collector 2,828 _ _ _ na Trans Im 001 Gen Fund 465,700 383,400 383,400 295,300 295,300 (23.0 %) Trans fm 111 MSTD Gen Fd 94,900 77,000 77,000 59,300 59,300 (23.0%) Trans fm 325 Stormwaler Cap Fd 317,341 - - _ na Carry Forward 2,855,100 1,815,500 2,054,000 1,282,700 1,282,700 (29.3 %) Less 5% Required By Law - (18,600) (15,700) (15,700) (15.6 %) Total Funding 4,068,885 2,627,300 2,826,300 1,933,300 11933,300 (26.4 %) FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2012 FY 2012 FY 2012 Department Position Summary Actual Adopted Forecast Current Expanded Adopted Change Immokalee Community Redevelopment 3.00 3.00 4.00 4.00 - 4.00 33.3% Agency (CRA) (186) Total FTE 3.00 3.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 33.3% Fiscal Year 2012 20 Eleded Officials-Board of Commissioners Packet Page -740- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Elected Officials -Board of Commissioners Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) (186) Mission Statement To support the efforts of the Board of County Commissioners, which established itself as the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and made a finding of necessity and of blight conditions In the Immokalee Component Redevelopment Area by adopting Resolution 2000 -82 on March 14, 2000, and to Implement the Immokalee Component Section of the Collier County Community Redevelopment Plan adopted by the CRA. Reimb From Other Depts 2,230 - - - - na Trans fm 001 Gen Fund 465,700 383,400 383,400 295,300 - 295,300 FY 2012 FY 2012 FY 2012 FY 2012 Program Summary na Carry Forward 2,157,800 1,280,000 1,308,200 740,000 740,000 Total FTE Budget Revenues Net Cost CRA lmplementationfReserves (37.0 %) The Board of County Commissioners (BCC) on April 24, 2007 approved the establishment of a new Immokalee CRA office complete with an 4.00 1,099,300 1,099,300 - Monitor, update and implement the Immokalee Component Section of the establishment of the Immokalee Business Development Center. Supported by a combination of CRA Tax Increment Financing (TIF) revenues and grant dollars, the center is staffed by a Manager who is included in the staffing number identified above. Collier County Community Redevelopment Plan. Includes funding for services. A contractual PO for the design of phase 1 of the Immokalee Stormwater Master Plan totaling $275,296 rolled from the previous fiscal year and will be expensed. The CRA continues to encourage commercial building rehabilitation through sponsored grants. CRA staff and all re- development activities. Current Level of Service Budget 4.00 1,099,300 1,099,300 - FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2012 FY 2012 FY 2012 Program Budgetary Cost Summary Actual Adopted Forecast Current Expanded Adopted Change Personal Services 260,148 350,000 321,400 389,500 389,500 11.3% Operating Expense 393,136 237,500 500,200 343,500 343,500 44.6% Indirect Cost Reimburs 23,500 34,600 34,600 47,200 47,200 36.4% Capital Outlay 376,176 200,000 100,000 5,000 5,000 (97.5 %) Grants and Aid 284,987 200,000 78,400 143,000 143,000 (28.5 %) Remittances 200,000 - - na Net Operating Budget 1,637,947 1,022,100 1,034,600 928,200 928,200 (9.2 %) Trans to 325 Stomnv Cap Fd 200,000 - - na Reserves For Contingencies 75,000 46,400 46,400 (38.1 %) Reserves For Capital 648,000 124,700 124,700 (80.8 %) Total Budget 1,737,947 1,746,100 1,034,600 1,099,300 1,099,300 (37.0 %) Total FTE 3.00 3.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 33.3% FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2012 FY 2012 FY 2012 Program Funding Sources Actual Adopted Forecast Current Expanded Adopted Change Charges For Services 1,975 na Miscellaneous Revenues 2;800 - - - na Interest/Misc 15,356 5,000 6,000 5,000 - 5,000 0.0% Reimb From Other Depts 2,230 - - - - na Trans fm 001 Gen Fund 465,700 383,400 383,400 295,300 - 295,300 (23.0 %) Trans fm 111 MSTD Gen Fd 94,900 77,000 77,000 59,300 59,300 (23.0 %) Trans fm 325 Stormwater Cap Fd 317,341 - - - - na Carry Forward 2,157,800 1,280,000 1,308,200 740,000 740,000 (42.2 %) Less 5% Required ByLa,6y - (300) - (300) (300) 0.0% Total Funding 3,058,102 1,745,100 1,774,600 1,099,300 1,099,300 (37.0 %) The Board of County Commissioners (BCC) on April 24, 2007 approved the establishment of a new Immokalee CRA office complete with an Executive Director and two support staff beginning October 1, 2007. Forecast FY 2011 - Personal services reflect a complement of four (4) professional staff. The Board on March 9, 2010 approved the establishment of the Immokalee Business Development Center. Supported by a combination of CRA Tax Increment Financing (TIF) revenues and grant dollars, the center is staffed by a Manager who is included in the staffing number identified above. Operating expenses include continuation of the RWA consulting contract connected with the Immokalee Master Plan and other professional services. A contractual PO for the design of phase 1 of the Immokalee Stormwater Master Plan totaling $275,296 rolled from the previous fiscal year and will be expensed. The CRA continues to encourage commercial building rehabilitation through sponsored grants. Fiscal Year 2012 21 Elected Officials -Board of Commissioners Packet Page -741- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Elected Officials -Board of Commissioners Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) (186) The CRA is also orchestrating a large scale stormwater planning and improvement initiative primarily funded through community development block grants. Current FY 2012 — Personal services are based upon four (4) FTE's staffing office operations including the business development center. There are no cost of living adjustments budgeted. Lower personal service costs reflect reduced retirement rates. Operating expenses are intended to support office operations. This year's IT allocation totals $9,600. Consulting services are budgeted at $200,000 to fulfill the continuing RWA professional planning contract. Funds are budgeted ($10,000) to reimburse the County Attorney for routine and customary planning and legal services if necessary. The CRA will continue its commercial rehabilitation grant program and an additional $100,000 is budgeted for building and facade improvements. A combined capital and contingency reserves totaling $171,100 is budgeted Revenue FY 2012 - The two largest revenue sources are derived from the CRA's property tax increment and carryforward. Beginning cash on hand at September 30, 2010 dropped by $849,600 to $1,308,200. This is due primarily to capital purchases during FY 2010 coupled with a continued drop in tax increment revenue. CRA tax increment revenue booked during FY 08 at the height of taxable value totaled $889,000, FY 2012 tax increment revenue is $354,600, Under a millage neutral property tax rate, tax increment revenues are down $105,800 from FY 2011 due to a 7.7% decrease in the CRA's taxable value. Since FY 2008 and including numbers applicable to FY 12, CRA taxable value has dropped 39.4 %. Fiscal Year 2012 22 Elected Officials -Board of Commissioners Packet Page -742- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. Packet Page -743- 4/2412012 Item 16.B.1. Exhibit 10 Acknowledgement of Religious Organization Requirements In accordance with the First Amendment of the United States Constitution "church /state principles," CDBG /HOME /ESG 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 /ESG 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 /ESG expenditure for the public services. I hereby acknowledge that I 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 41e Notary f, Sworn to (or affirmed) and subscribed before me this ay of ,r 2012 i By who is (personally known) or (produced identificatio7nl state type o identification Signature of Notary Publics _ i.,•� «�1..:= Print Name t{ `r:`� ) c "w':' t i) ;<--I ,> ` State of Florida � Not Public State of Florida County of Collier Christie Nssion Betan0OUrt OD s MYCanxnissfon "DD967815 (stamp) ri Expires()WO412W Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 43 Packet Page -744- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. Packet Page -745- Exhibit 11 Debarment Letter Packet Page -746- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. Exhibit 11 INSTRUCTIONS CERTIFICATION REGARDING DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION, INELIGIBILITY AND VOLUNTARY EXCLUSION AGREEMENTS /SUB - AGREEMENTS 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 signed 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. 9. The signed certifications of all subcontractors shall be kept on file with non - profit /contractor. Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY2012 -2013 Packet Page -747- 44 CERTIFICATION REGARDING DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION, INELIGIBILITY AND VOLUNTARY EXCLUSION AGREEMENTS /SUB - AGREEMENTS 4/24/2012 Item 16.13. 1 . 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. �2 ---2,, ? Signature Date �f (29 Name a d Title of Au on ed Individual (Print or type) C►. , ~� �jeV I min �.� _� Name of Organizatioly Collier County HHVS Grant !Application FY2012 -2013 45 Packet Page -748- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. Packet Page -749- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Exhibit 12 Match /Leverage Award letters /Evidence of Fund Availability (if applicable) Packet Page -750- CRA Baird Commissioner .lames N. Colettn Chair Commissioner Tom Henning Commissioner Donna Fiala Commissioner Fred W. Coyle Commissioner Georgia I liller CRA Advisory Baird Michael Facundo Chaimian Edward "Ski" Olesky Jeffrey Randall Robert Halman EX-officio Julio Estremera Kitchell Snow Floyd Crews James wall F.va Deyo Carrie Williams Daniel Rosario Angel Madera CRA staff Penny Phillippi Executive Director Bradley Muckel CRA Project Manager Jeffery Nagle MS'I'U Proicct Manager Christie Bdancourt CRA Administrative Assistant Marie Capita IBDC Manager Rosemary Dillon 1C Administrative Assistant Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency IMMOKALEE CRA i The Race to Call dome 1 Housing Human & Veteran Services 3339 Talniami Trail East Suite 211, Naples, FL 34112 April 10, 2012 RE: Match/Leverage Award Letter Attn: Margo Castorena 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Please accept this correspondence as the required MatchdLeverage Award Letter from the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application for Fiscal Year 2012 -2013. As indicated on pages 35 and 36 of the grant application, the CRA in Immokalee is providing in -kind oversight services of the CRA Executive Director totally a value of $8,800, the equivalent of 2.8 hours per week per year. The CRA will contribute $1,400 toward the Iminokalee Business Development Center's (IBDC) required IT Allocation cost; $3,385 for the IBDC's share of the cost to lease a printer /copier; $2,000 toward the IBDC professional travel costs; $2,156 toward the cost of Comcast cable for IBDC staff and the IBDC Computer Lab; $4,000 toward marketing the IBDC; $500 toward office supplies,$4,000 toward the cost per copy; and the total $4,420 cost for custodial services. It is further noted and documented on page 36 of the grant application and herein that the CRA has committed $50,000 for the cost of operating the IBDC from June 15, 2012 until December 15, 2012 during the HHVS /CDBG grant review /award /contract period. Therefore, the grand total of leveraged and in -kind commitment from the CRA toward the IBDC is $92,361. The committed funds are Tax Increment Funds (TIF), Fund 186. Please see the approved Collier County CRA. 2012 Budget attached to the grant application. Sincerely, Penny Pl llippi Execu , e Director Collier County CRA- hnmokalee 1320 N. 15 °i Street — Suite 2 lintnokalee, Florida 34142 239.867.4121 Packet Page -751- 4/24/2012 Item 16.B.1. Packet Page -752- Exhibit 13 Purchasing Policy Packet Page -753- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. PURCHASING POLICY OF COLLIER COUNTY I. ESTABLISHMENT OF PURCHASING POLICY Ordinance No. 87 -25 provides for the adoption of a Purchasing Policy. Collier County Resolution No. 97 -435 establishes the following Purchasing Policy. ll. PURCHASING DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBILITIES A. The Purchasing Department shall be responsible for: 1. Seeking_ Maximum Value: Act to procure for the County the highest quality commodities, and contractual services at least expense to the County. 2. Encouraging competition: Endeavor to obtain as full and open competition as possible on all purchases and sales. 3. Procedures: Establish and amend, when necessary, operational procedures for the implementation of the Purchasing Policy provided by ordinance. Said procedures shall become effective only when approved in writing by the County Manager. Copies of the procedures shall be maintained on file in the office of the Purchasing Department, 4, Purchasing Analysis: Keep informed of current developments in the field of purchasing, prices, market conditions and new products, and secure for the County the benefits of research conducted in the field of purchasing by other governmental jurisdictions, national technical societies, trade associations having national recognition, and by private business and organizations. 5. Purchasing Manual: Prescribe and maintain a standard Purchasing Manual for all using agencies. The content of said manual will be governed by this Policy. &. Forms: Prescribe and maintain such forms as shall be found reasonably necessary to the operation of this Policy. 7. Vendor Certification: Document that vendors doing business with the County have acknowledged their understanding and acceptance of the terms and conditions of the County's Purchasing Policy and have agreed to'abide by those terms. 8. Bulk Purchases: Exploit the possibilities of buying "in bulk" so as to take full advantage of discount. 9.. Vendors' Catalog File: Prepare, adopt and maintain a vendor's catalog file. Said catalog shall be organized according to materials and /or services and shall contain descriptions of vendors' commodities, prices and discount. 10. Tax Exemptions: Act so as to procure for the County tax exemptions to which it is entitled. 11. Cooperation: Cooperate with using agencies so as to secure for the County the maximum efficiency in budgeting and accounting. Packet Page -754- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. 2. Professional services; and, in instances when authorized by the Purchasing Director where commodities or services are purchased directly from the owner of a copyright or patent, a governmental agency, a recognized educational Institution, a not - for - profit entity or when there are no other identifiable sources available. 3. Purchases that the Director has determined to be legitimate single source purchases. 4. Valid public emergencies or other instances deemed by the Director to be in the best interests of the County. 5. Purchase of services from experts or consultants by or through the Office of the County Attorney for purposes of preparing for or defending against imminent or pending civil litigation or administrative proceedings. C. All purchases greater than $1,000 but less than or equal to $3,000 will generally be processed using a regular purchase order. However, such purchases may be processed using a purchasing card in accordance with Section XXIV of this policy. V. FORMAL COMPETITIVE THRESHOLD (Purchases in excess of $50.000) A. It is the intent of the Board of County Commissioners to establish an amount of fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) as the County's formal competitive threshold for purchases. The established limit shall be applied to all methods of purchase by agencies under the purview of the Board of County Commissioners, including but not limited to competitive sealed bids, competitive proposals and competitive selection and negotiation. The requirement for formal competition may be waived by the Board of County Commissioners where permitted by law, under the following circumstances: 1. Purchase of library books, education and/or personnel tests, similar audio visual materials, periodicals, printed library cards, etc. 2. Single source purchases (pursuant to subsection C). 3. Valid public emergencies (pursuant to Section XXI), 4. Where it is determined to be in the best interests of the County to do so. B. All purchases subject to formal competition shall be awarded by the Board of County Commissioners unless otherwise delegated by the Board via formal public action. C. Exemotion For Single Source Commodities: Purchases of commodities and services from a single source may be exempted from formal competition upon certification by the Purchasing Director of both of the following conditions: 1. The item(s) is the only one available that can property perform the intended function(s); 2. The recommended vendor /contractor is the only one ready, willing and able to meet the County's requirements. All Single Source purchases in excess of the formal competitive threshold shall be exempted from formal competition by the Board. Recurring single source Packet Page -755- 4/24/2012 Item 16.B.1. sent to the vendors /contractors on the Collier County Purchasing Department vendor database shall be limited to commodities or services that are similar in character and ordinarily handled by the trade group to which the notices are sent. Vendors /contractors are responsible for maintaining their profiles in the database to ensure proper notifications are received. Vendors /contractors may be removed from the database by the Director for continual non - response to formal solicitations and violations to the Purchasing Policy. The Director shall have the discretion to continue to issue formal solicitations and accept formal bids, proposals and other tenders using paper where appropriate. 4. Bid Deposits: When deemed necessary by the Director, bid deposits shall be prescribed In the public notices inviting bids. Said deposits shall be in the amount equal to five percent of the bid submitted. The Director shall have the authority to return the deposits of all bidders prior to award of bid contract by the Board of County Commissioners. A successful bidder shall forfeit any deposit required by the Director upon failure on the vendor's part to enter into a contract within ten (10) working days after written notice of award. 5. Bid Addenda: An addendum to a specification shall be defined as an addition or change in the already prepared specifications for which an invitation has been issued for formal quotations or an announcement has been posted for a formal sealed bid. Any addendum to a request for formal sealed bids shall be approved by the Department Director or designee and the Purchasing Director. The addendum shall clearly point out any addition or change to the invitation for bids. The Purchasing Department shall be responsible for insuring that addenda are available on the e- procurement website and that all prospective bidders who have downloaded specifications are notified of the addendum prior to opening of bids. B. Procedure for Bids: 1. Sealed Bids: Sealed bids shall be submitted manually or electronically to the Director and if manual shall be clearly identified as bids on the outside of the sealed envelope. 2. Opening: Bids shall be opened publicly at the time and place stated in the public notices and shall be witnessed and certified by the Purchasing Department. 3. Tabulation: A tabulation of all bids received shall be made either electronically or manually by the Purchasing Department and shall be available for public inspection. C. Tie Bids: Where there are low tie bids, the award process shall first be subject to Section 287.087, F.S. In the event that all of the tied bidders comply with Section 287.087, F.S., the Purchasing Department shall determine if any of the bidders would be considered a local business as defined under Section XI of this policy. If one (and only one) of the bidders is determined to be a local business, then award of contract shall be made to that bidder. In the event that two or more local bidders are tied thereafter, award of contract shall be made in accordance with Section Xi.2.(a) of this policy. Packet Page -756- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Vil. PROCUREMENT OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES A. Because differences in price may only be a minor concern compared to qualitative considerations, professional services may be exempted by the Purchasing Director from the competitive bidding process. Instead, professional services will be typically acquired through one of the following methods: 1. Competitive Selection and Negotiation. 2. Competitive Proposals (pursuant to Section Vill). B. A professional service shall be defined as assistance obtained in support of County operations from an independent contractor in one or more of the following professional fields: 1. Appraisal Services - real and personal property appraisers. 2. Architecture, professional engineering, landscape architecture, or registered land surveying services (as per Section 287.055, F.S,). 3. Audit and Accounting Services - auditors and accountants (excepting the selection of the annual auditor which shall be conducted as per Section 11.45, F.S.). 4. Consultants - planning, management, technological or scientific advisors. 5. Financial Services - bond counsel, rating and underwriting, financial advisor, and investment services. 6. Legal Services - attorneys and legal professionals. 7. Medical Services - medicine, psychiatry, dental, hospital, and other health professionals. C. Requests exclusively for services defined under ViI.B.2 will be procured in a manner consistent with Section 287.055, F.S., known as "The Consultants Competitive Negotiation Act' as required by said statute. Projects may include, but are not strictly limited to one or more of the following: 1. Fixed assianment contracts: A grouping of minor professional service (including construction inspection services) assignments. 2. Fixed term contracts: Countywide agreements for various and miscellaneous minor professional services (including construction inspection services) on an as needed basis. 3. General Professional Services: Includes administration, support and management of engineering, architectural, surveying and planning activities. Prior to issuing a work order under a contract identified under Section VII.C.1 -3, the Director shall have the discretion to solicit project or task specific proposals from one firm or from multiple firms under a fixed term contract. In such instances, each solicitation shall be issued on a "best value" basis where qualifications and price are considered. Each solicitation shall include at minimum a description of work to Packet Page -757- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. is asked to propose a commodity(s) or service(s) to meet the needs of the County. 4. Where the County desires to enter into a single contract for the design and construction of a public construction project(s). B. For purchases in excess of the formal competitive threshold and where appropriate or required by law, the competitive proposals process will be utilized. The process will be conducted in a manner similar to the sealed bid process as set forth under Section VI except where otherwise stated in this section. The competitive proposals process shall proceed as follows: 1. A Request for Proposals (RFP) will be prepared and distributed in a manner consistent with the definition of said term found In Section 2 of Collier County Ordinance No. 87 -25. Notice of said request(s) shall be publicly posted by the Purchasing Department at least 21 calendar days preceding the last day established for the receipt of proposals. 2. Each Request for Proposals shall identify the appropriate evaluation procedures and criteria to be applied to the selection of the best proposal among the respondents. Each RFP pertaining to the award of a design /build contract(s) shall be subject to the requirements of Section 287.055 F.S. 3. Prior to the announcement and distribution of the RFP, a selection committee shall be appointed by the County Manager to evaluate the proposals received. For all purchases made under the Competitive Proposals method, the County Manager may empower the selection committee to designate and rank the proposals prior to the commencement of negotiations and to negotiate a tentative agreement, subject to award by the Board. 4. Proposals may be solicited and/or received in one or more steps as permitted by law and deemed appropriate by the Purchasing Director. Unless otherwise prohibited by law, the Purchasing Director shall have the discretion to solicit and conduct simultaneous or concurrent negotiations with one or more firms. C. For purchases in excess of the formal competitive threshold, final selection of the awardee will be made by the Board of County Commissioners. D. Purchases less than or equal to the formal competitive threshold may be authorized by the Purchasing Director, as permitted by law and shall not require formal solicitation or announcement unless deemed necessary by the Purchasing Director. IX. PROCUREMENT OF DESiGN/BUILD CONTRACTS A. Procurements for the design and construction of public construction projects may be obtained through a single contract with a firm selected in a manner permitted under Section 287.055, F.S. and the procedures set forth in this section. B. Upon completion of the Design Criteria Package, procurements of Design /Build services shall be processed in a manner consistent with Section Vill hereof entitled "Competitive Proposals ". C. Administrative procedures shall be established by the County Manager or his designee for utilization of the design criteria professional concerning the evaluation of the proposals submitted by the design /build firms, the supervision or the Packet Page -758- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. d. Utilizing directories and other reference sources that list these enterprises. e. Publicizing this Policy to encourage these enterprises to participate in the County's procurement process. f. Other actions designed to identify these enterprises who seek to provide commodities and services to the County. 3. Maintain a fist of these enterprises. 4. Disseminate information regarding competitive opportunities with the County in order to allow qualified small businesses and DBEs, MBEs and WBEs to participate in the County's procurement process. D. Conformity with Applicable Law: The provisions of this section shall be construed in conformity with applicable state and federal law. To the extent that state law conflicts with federal law, federal law shall supersede such state law. XI. Procedure to Provide Preference to Local Businesses in County Contracts. Except where otherwise provided by federal or state law or other funding source restrictions or as otherwise set forth in the purchasing policy, purchases of commodities and services shall give preference to local businesses in the following manner: (1) "Local Business" defined Local business means the vendor has a valid occupational license issued by Collier County at least one year prior to bid or proposal submission to do business within Collier County that authorizes the business to provide the commodities or services to be purchased, and a physical business address located within the limits of Collier County from which the vendor operates or performs business. Post Office Boxes are not verifiable and shall not by used for the purpose of establishing said physical address. In addition to the foregoing, a vendor shall not be considered a "local business" unless it contributes to the economic development and well -being of Collier County in a verifiable and measurable way. This may Include, but not be limited to, the retention and expansion of employment opportunities, the support and increase to the County's tax base, and residency of employees and principals of the business within Collier County. Vendors shall affirm in writing their compliance with the foregoing at the time of submitting their bid or proposal to be eligible for consideration as a "local business" under this section. A vendor who misrepresents the Local Preference status of its firm in a proposal or bid submitted to the County will lose the privilege to claim Local Preference status for a period of up to one year. (2) Preference in purchase of commodities and services by means of competitive bid, request for proposals, qualifications or other submittals and competitive negotiation and selection. Under any such applicable solicitation, bidders /proposers desiring to receive local preference will be invited and required to affirmatively state and provide documentation as set forth in the solicitation in support of their status as a local business. Any bidder /proposer who fails to submit sufficient documentation with their bid /proposal offer shall not be granted local preference consideration for the purposes of that specific contract award. Except where federal or state law, or any other funding source, mandates to the contrary, Collier County and its agencies and instrumentalities, will give preference to local businesses in the following manner: (a) Competitive bid (local price match option). Each formal competitive bid solicitation shall clearly identify how the price order of the bids received will be evaluated and determined. When a qualified and responsive, non -local business submits the lowest price bid, and the bid submitted by one or more qualified and responsive local 11 Packet Page -759- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. consideration as a "local business" under this section. in no event shall the amount of the preference accorded other local government firms exceed the amount of preference that such local government extends to Collier County firms competing for its contracts. (6) Purview and administration of this policy. This policy shall apply to all departments and units under the direct purview of the Board of County Commissioners. The Purchasing Department shall be responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining administrative procedures in support of this policy. (7) Subsequent Review and Sunset Provision. Pursuant to the adopting resolution, this local preference section is being added to the purchasing policy in support of the local economy during difficult economic times in Collier County. On or about one year of the effective date, the Purchasing Department will provide the Board with an update of the results and impacts to date of this local preference policy. Within two years of the effective date, the Board shall receive a similar report from the Purchasing Department and shall determine whether to continue or modify this policy. Should the Board not elect to continue the local preference policy, it will expire at that time. XIi. PAYMENT OF INVOICES A. It is the intent of the Board of County Commissioners that all agencies under its purview be in compliance with Section 218.70 F.S., otheiwise known as the "Local Government Prompt Payment Act ". Pursuant to this, the requirements of this section shall apply to the following transactions: 1. The purchase of commodities and services; 2. The purchase or lease of personal property; 3. The lease of real property. B. The Purchasing Director shall have the authority to establish and maintain a procedure that authorizes minor payment variances between the purchase order and invoice where warranted. The authority to pay such variances shall not exceed 5% of the purchase order amount or $500, whichever is less. C. Additionally, the Purchasing Director shall be permitted to establish and maintain a procedure that authorizes the payment of freight and delivery charges that are not specifically identified on the purchase order. D. it shall be the responsibility of the Purchasing Director, in consultation with the Finance Director and using agencies, to establish, distribute and administer procedures for the timely payment of all transactions as defined under XILA hereof. Such procedures shall include, but not be limited to the following: 1. Formally defining the County's requirements for the content and submission of a proper invoice, codifying the County's payment requirements and formally notifying each vendor of their availability. 2. Steps required for the receipt of all invoices and the prompt return of improper invoices. 3, Steps required for the resolution of payment disputes between the County and a vendor. 13 Packet Page -760- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. 5. Where applicable, pursuant to Section 287.133 F.S., a provision requiring the contractor /vendor to inform the County if he/she has been convicted of a public entity crime subsequent to July 1, 1989. A purchase order that embodies these provisions shall be sufficient documentation of the procurement. The Purchasing Director shall have the discretion to determine the circumstances under which a purchase order (and all documents included by reference) shall serve as the contract document. B. Contract Manager: Every procurement of services shall be administered by the using agency (requesting department). C. Contract Changes: Notices issued under a purchase or contract may be authorized and executed by the Purchasing /General Services Director, excepting notices that terminate a Board- approved purchase or contract in its entirety. Modifications to a Board approved purchase or contract, including but not limited to change orders, supplemental agreements, amendments and changes by letter may be authorized and executed by the Purchasing /General Services Director provided that the change (or the sum of the changes) amounts to not more than the greater of (i) 10 percent of the current Board approved amount. or (ii) $10,000. The proviso at the end of the previous paragraph shall not be applicable to term contracts or blanket purchase orders where the County desires to procure commodities and /or services on an as needed basis without having to obligate itself to a total contract amount. Rather, such purchases shall be based on fixed unit prices or other predetermined pricing methods and shall be limited in quantity by the amount of funds appropriated in the budget of the using agency(ies). Such purchases shall be subject to all other provisions of this policy. Notices that terminate an entire purchase or contract that was Board approved, and contract modifications that increase the total contract amount beyond the limits set forth above as applicable, shall require the approval of the Board of County Commissioners or as otherwise provided for in this policy. The Board shall have broad authority, within the limits of the law, to evaluate and approve any recommended contract modification without requiring further competition. All deductive changes pertaining to the use of direct material purchases, including those that reduce the contract amount by more than ten percent below the current Board approved contract amount shall be reported to the Board monthly as part of the monthly contract changes report and shall not require prior Board approval. D. Contract Extension: Extension(s) of a Board - approved contract for commodities or services may be requested by the contract manager to the Purchasing /General Services Director in writing for a period not to exceed six (6) months (cumulatively) and shall be subject to the same terms and conditions set forth in the initial contract. The Purchasing /General Services Director shall have the authority to authorize and execute all such extensions. Any extension(s) that exceed six months (cumulatively) shall be approved by the Board of County Commissioners. Extensions of contracts that do not (inclusive of the extension) exceed the formal competitive threshold may be authorized and executed by the Purchasing /General Services Directorwithout Board action. E. Contract Renewal: The Purchasing /General Services Director shall have the authority to authorize and execute renewals of contracts for commodities and/or services subject to the following conditions: 15 Packet Page -761- 4/24/2012 Item 16.B.1. The Purchasing Department shall be responsible for establishing and maintaining administrative procedures that set forth any delegations of authority made pursuant to the foregoing provisions of this Section I, that set forth formal processes for each of the instruments referenced in this Article XV, and that are in all respects subject to the provisions of this Article XV. These procedures shall also set forth generalized requirements for (i) such pre - execution reviews of documents by the Office of the County Attorney and (ii) pre - execution reviews of documents by such other departments, if any, as the Purchasing /General Services Director determines to be appropriate and advisable. J. Payments to Contractors Vendors and Consultants Prior to the execution of a formal contract subject to this policy, the Purchasing Department shall have the discretion to establish a formal payment schedule and payment terms within the agreement. Such terms and conditions shall be consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws and the formal solicitation documents. In accordance with Section 218.735 (8), F.S., the Purchasing Director shall establish procedures to reduce to 5% the amount of retainage withheld from each subsequent progress payment issued to a contractor where applicable. The Purchasing Director, or his designee, shall have the discretion to establish, in writing, a schedule(s) to further reduce the percentage of cumulative retainage held throughout the course of the project schedule where warranted. The discretion of the project manager to reduce the percentage of cumulative retainage shall be subject to the following: 1. That the term "cumulative retainage" is defined to mean "the dollar total of the funds retained from all payments issued under the contract divided by the gross dollar total of all monthly pay requests (or the total of all payment amounts deemed allowable by the project manager, whichever is less) ". 2. That any decision to reduce retainage shall be formally communicated in a letter to the Contractor's appropriate representative and that the letter affirmatively states that the Contractor has performed the contract work in a satisfactory manner. 3. That the cumulative retainage not be adjusted until at least 50% of the work has been completed and payment has been issued. 4. That the Purchasing Director's letter expressly sets forth the percentage of cumulative retainage to be held for the remaining pay requests. The Purchasing Director's designee shall also be granted the discretion to authorize the partial release or payment of contract retainage to the contractor prior to final completion of all project work provided that: 1. The contractor has performed in a satisfactory manner to date. 2. The total aggregate work under the agreement is at least 50% completed and accepted (i.e.; payments equaling at least 50% of the contract amount less retainage have been issued) 17 Packet Page -762- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Purchasing Director, in consultation with the contract manager (and other appropriate County staff), shall have the authority to address all such protests received under subsection B and to determine whether postponement of the bid opening or proposal closing time is appropriate. The Purchasing Director's decision shall be considered final and conclusive unless the protesting party files a subsequent formal protest of the recommended contract award as described under this section. C. Any actual or prospective bidder or respondent to an invitation for bids or a Request for Proposals who desires to formally protest a recommended contract award shall submit a notice of intent to protest to the Purchasing Director within two (2) calendar days, excluding weekends and County holidays, from the date of the initial posting of the recommended award. D. All formal protests with respect to a recommended contract award shall be submitted in writing to the Purchasing Director for a decision. Said protests shall be submitted within five (5) calendar days, excluding weekends and County holidays, from the date that the notice of intent to protest is received by the Purchasing Director. The formal protest shall contain, but not be limited to the following information: 1. Name and address of County agency affected and the bid number and title. 2. The name and address of the protesting party. 3. A statement of disputed issues of material fact. If there are no disputed material facts, the written letter must so indicate. 4. A concise statement of the ultimate facts alleged and of any relevant rules, regulations, statutes, and constitutional provisions entitling the protesting party to relief. 5. A demand for the relief to which the protesting party deems himself entitled. 6. Such other information as the protesting party deems to be material to the issue. E. In the event of a timely protest of.contract award consistent with the requirements of this section, the Purchasing Director shall not proceed further with the award of the contract until all appropriate administrative remedies as delineated under this section have been exhausted or until the Board of County Commissioners makes a determination on the record that the award of a contract without delay is in the best interests of the County. Neither the protesting party, their agents or their representatives shall have any private contact or discussions with individual County Commissioners or any independent hearing officer (where applicable) regarding the protest prior to the protest being heard or reviewed by either of the aforementioned unless requested to do so by the Purchasing Director. F. The Purchasing Director shall review the merits of each timely protest and in consultation with the contract manager and other appropriate County staff, issue a decision stating the reasons for the decision and the protesting party's rights of appeal under section XIX. Said decision shall be in writing and mailed or otherwise furnished to the protesting party. The decision of the Purchasing Director shall be final and conclusive unless the protesting party delivers a subsequent written objection to the Purchasing' Director within two (2) calendar days, excluding weekends and County holidays from the date of receipt of the decision. G. In the event of a subsequent objection pursuant to subsection F, the County Manager shall have the discretion to appoint an independent hearing officer to 19 Packet Page -763- 4/24/2012 Item 16 . B .1. A. Inspection by Using A encv: The Director shall have the authority to authorize using agencies having the staff and facilities for adequate inspection to inspect all deliveries made to such using agencies under rules and regulations which the Director shall prescribe. B. Testing: The Director shall have the authority to require chemical and physical tests of samples submitted with bids and samples of deliveries which are necessary to determine their quality and conformance with specifications. In the performance of such tests, the Director shall have the authority to make use of laboratory facilities of any agency of the County or of any outside laboratory. XXIII. SURPLUS COMMODITIES AND TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY All using agencies shall submit to the Director, at such times and in such form as shall be prescribed, reports showing stocks of all tangible personal property which are no longer used or which have become obsolete, worn out or scrapped. A. Transfer: The Director shall have the authority to transfer surplus stock to other using agencies. B. Sale: The Director shall have authority to sell all commodities of a value less than the limits proscribed under Chapter 274 F.S., which have become unsuitable for County use. Sales under this section shall be made to the highest responsible bid and in conformance with Section, 274, F.S. The Director shall be authorized to approve all sales where the net revenue to the County does not exceed $50,000. All sales exceeding $50,000 in net revenue to the County will be approved by the Board prior to completing the sale or conducting the sales event. C. Trade In: The Director shall be authorized to approve purchases that include the "trade in" of existing items (including assets) pursuant to the purchase of new, replacement or upgraded items /services. D, Donation: Operating departments under the purview of the Board of County Commissioners shall be authorized to accept items donated to the County. The receipt of all items not considered to be assets as defined under Florida law is to be documented by a letter from the operating department director to the donating entity. Items considered to be assets are to be documented using the appropriate forms and forwarded to the Fixed Assets Section of the Clerk of Courts Finance Division. Documentation is to include, but not be limited to; the date the asset(s) was received; the estimated fair market value of the asset(s); a description of the asset(s); a serial number if applicable and the fund /cost center under which the asset(s) will be assigned. E. Disposition of Assets: The Director shall have the authority to determine whether previously- acquired items (including assets) that are no longer useful to the agency have commercial value and if not, to dispose of such items in an appropriate manner with or without offering such items for sale, trade or donation to other entities. The Fixed Assets Section of the Clerk of Courts' Finance Division will submitted a quarterly report that identifies any assets that are disposed of under the provisions of this subsection. XXIV. PURCHASING CARD PROGRAM The Director shall be responsible for the overall management and operation of the County's purchasing card program. For the purpose of this policy, a purchasing card is a 21 Packet Page -764- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. XXVI. REPEAL PRIOR AND CONFLICTING All resolutions and policies or parts of resolutions and policies, in conflict herewith, are hereby repealed. XXVIL EFFECTIVE DATE An official copy of this Policy shall be filed in the office of the Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners immediately after enactment and this Policy shall take effect at that time. XXVIII. CONFLICT OF INTEREST When procuring commodities or services using County funds, each entity and employee under the purview of the Board of County Commissioners shall comply with all applicable state and federal laws concerning conflict of interest. For state or federal Community Development Block Grant - funded projects, entities and employees shall comply with the requirements of Part 85, Section 36(b)(3) of the Mousing and Urban Development Code. XXIX, DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION The Board shall grant authority to County staff to suspend and/or debar vendors, contractors, consultants and other interested and affected persons from active participation in obtaining County contracts. The purpose of any such action shall be to protect the County's interests and the integrity of the County's contracting process. The suspension and debarment processes shall be considered to be separate from and in addition to the award evaluation and vendor performance evaluation processes authorized elsewhere in this policy. A. Definition of Terms: For the purposes of this section, the following terms have been defined as follows: 1. Affiliate refers to associated business entities or individuals that control or could control the contractor or are controlled by the contractor or could be controlled by the contractor. 2. Civil Judgment refers to a judgment or finding of a civil offense by any court of competent jurisdiction. 3. Contractor means any individual or legal entity that: a. Directly or indirectly (e.g.; through an affiliate), submits offers for or is awarded, or reasonably may be expected to submit offers for or be awarded, a County contract for construction of for procurement of commodities and services, Including professional services; or b. Conducts business, or reasonably may be expected to conduct business, with the County as an agent, surety, representative or subcontractor of another contractor. c. For the purposes of this section, the terms "vendor" and "consultant" shall have the same meaning as "contractor" and the term "sub consultant" shall have the same meaning as the term "subcontractor". 4. Conviction means a judgment or conviction of a criminal offense, felony or misdemeanor, by any court of competent jurisdiction, whether entered upon a verdict or a plea, and includes a conviction entered upon a plea of no to contendere. 23 Packet Page -765- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. g. Presence of principals or corporate officers in the business of concern, who were principals within another business at the time when the other business was suspended or debarred within the cast three years under the provisions of this section. h. Violation of the ethical standards set forth under applicable state or county laws. L Debarment of the contractor by another public agency. j. Any other cause deemed to be so serious and compelling as to materially affect the qualifications or integrity of the contractor. 2. Debarment Procedure: a. The county department requesting the debarment action shall submit to the PGS Director a written complaint setting forth the reason(s) for seeking debarment and shall identify a recommended debarment period. b. The PGS Director shall review the complaint, verify whether it is compliant with the provision of this policy, direct any appropriate changes and forward the complaint to the contractor. c. The contractor shall review the complaint and shall provide a written response (with supporting documentation) to each allegation. The response shall be provided to the PGS Director within 10 (ten) business days of receipt of the allegations submittal. In the event that the contractor falls to respond to the complaint within the prescribed time period, the complaint, as forwarded to the contractor, shall become an effective debarment decision without further appeal. d. In the event that the contractor files a timely and complete response to the complaint and the debarment action is based upon a conviction, judgment or other event(s) where there is no significant dispute over material facts, the PGS Director shall determine the period of debarment on the basis of the undisputed material information set forth or referenced in the complaint, the contractor's reply and the parameters set forth in this section. In the event that the Contractor objects to the PGS Director's decision, the Contractor shall have a maximum of three business days to file an appeal of the debarment decision with the PGS Director. The appeal will be forwarded to and considered by the County Manager (or his designee), who will review the debarment record compiled by the initiating department and the contractor. Should the County Manager overturn the PGS Director's decision; the County Manager shall formally cite the reasons for doing so. e. In the event that the contractor files a timely and complete reply to the complaint and where the facts are in dispute, the Purchasing Department will convene a debarment committee (hereinafter referred to as "the committee") consisting of at least three individuals who will review the complaint and the contractor's reply. The County Manager or his designee shall formally appoint the committee, which will generally consist of county employees, none of whom shall be a member of the department initiating the complaint. At the discretion of the County Manager, a member from private industry with a particular area of relevant expertise may be appointed to the committee, provided that this member is not a direct or 25 Packet Page -766- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. b. At its sole discretion, the committee (having the same or different composition) may reduce the debarment period upon a written request from the contractor to do so, based on one or more of the following reasons: f. Newly discovered material evidence; 2. A reversal of the conviction, civil judgment or other action upon which the debarment was based; 3. Bona fide change in ownership or management; 4. Elimination of other causes for which the debarment was imposed; or 5. Other reasons that the committee might deem appropriate. The contractor's request shall be submitted to the PGS Director in writing and shall be based on one or more of the aforementioned reasons. c. The decision of the committee regarding a reduction of the debarment period is final and not subject to appeal. 4. The Effects of Debarment: a. Debarred contractors are excluded from receiving County contracts. Departments shall not solicit offers from, award contracts to, or consent to subcontractors with debarred contractors, unless the County Manager or his designee determines that emergency or single source conditions exist and grants written approval for such actions. Debarred contractors are excluded from conducting business with the County as agents, representatives, subcontractors or partners of other contractors. b. The Purchasing Department shall notify all Board departments of the final debarment decision and the effects of that decision with regard to conducting business with the debarred entity(ies) during the debarment period. 5. Continuation of Current Contracts: a. Departments may not renew or otherwise extend the duration of current contracts with debarred contractors in place at the time of the debarment unless the PGS Director or his designee determines that it is in the best interests of the County to allow the contractor to continue or finish the work within an additional, limited period of time. b. Debarment shall constitute grounds for terminating an open agreement with a contractor. However, the contract manager may permit completion of an open contract(s) provided that the debarred contractor has performed in a satisfactory manner to date under the open contract(s) unless otherwise directed by the PGS Director. 27 Packet Page -767- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Packet Page -768- Exhibit 14 MOU Packet Page -769- 4/24/2012 Item 16.B.1. 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. IMMOKALEE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) Between Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA) 402 West Main Street, Immokalee FL 34142 and IMMOKALEE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER This is an agreement between "Redlands Christian Migrant Association" hereinafter called the RCMA, and the "IMMOKALEE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER ", hereinafter called IBDC. 1. PURPOSE & SCOPE The RCMA has agreed to be a collaborating /partnering organization with the IBDC. The purpose of this MOU is to clearly identify the roles and responsibilities of each party as they relate to the implementation of the services offered in the IBDC. The IBDC facilitates the growth and development of new and existing businesses in the Community. To support this goal, the RCMA and the IBDC will collaborate to provide needed services. The IBDC staff will coordinate with RCMA Administration to conduct and promote workshops /seminars for entrepreneurs seeking to establish new businesses and expand existing businesses in Immokalee which enhance job creation. Both the RCMA and the IBDC should ensure that program activities are conducted in compliance with all applicable Federal laws, rules, and regulations including Civil Rights, II. BACKGROUND The Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA) creates and fosters opportunities for the children of migrant and other low- income rural families to maximize the choices in their lives by providing quality child care, support services to families, educational opportunities and improving health and general welfare of children and families. RCMA involves parents in educational process and in public policy decisions affecting their children and families. RCMA provides opportunities and encourages the professional development of staff hired from the communities served. The Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC) provides technical assistances and resources to existing and emerging entrepreneurs so that they may realize the full potential of their business enterprise. The organization's mission is to be a laboratory for entrepreneurial enterprises. Ill. The RCMA's RESPONSIBILITIES UNDER THIS MOU The RCMA shall undertake the following activities: • Provide a location for workshops and informational sessions. • Promote scheduled activity within the School. Page 1 of 2 Packet Page -770- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. • Assist IBDC in vendor referrals for educational products /materials to promote the growth of small businesses in the area. IV. The IBDC's RESPONSIBILITIES UNDER THIS MOU The IBDC shall undertake the following activities: • Coordinate workshops and informational sessions with RCMA administration. • Comply with RCMA's policies in promoting activities. • Provide all needed materials. V. IT IS MUTUALLY UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED BY AND BETWEEN THE PARTIES THAT: 1. RCMA shall allow the IBDC to include their logo on all promotional materials and website so as to inform the public that they are a partner of the IBDC. 2. Before any activity is advertised, both parties shall agree on a mutual date, time, and manner. 3. Before any activity is advertised, both parties shall be provided with an opportunity to review promotional material before being advertised to the general public. VI. FUNDING This MOU does not include the reimbursement of funds between the two parties. If there is a cost to be incurred for any activity, both parties shall agree on the amount and the manner of payment prior the date of said activity. VII. EFFECTIVE DATE AND SIGNATURE This MOU shall be effective upon the signature of a representative of the RCMA and a representative of the Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC), authorized officials. It shall be in force from &?`1-'Z, q_, 2012 and until both parties mutually agree to terminate the "partnership" in writing. The RCMA and IBDC indicate agreement with this MOU by their signatures. Signatures and dates �ss�cr`w� �rl Redland Christian Migrant Acad enly B.� Y Immokalee Business Development Center Marie C. Capita, Centef Manager Date: ,2-- Date: U tru o- --� Page 2 of 2 Packet Page -771- 4/24/2012 Item 16.B.1. IMMOKALEE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) SCORE (Naples Chapter)-- Between and IMMOKALEE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER This is an agreement between "SCORE ", and the "lmmokalee Business Development Center ", hereinafter called IBDC. I. PURPOSE & SCOPE SCORE has agreed to be a collaborating /partnering organization with the IBDC. The purpose of this MOU is to clearly identify the roles and responsibilities of each party as they relate to the implementation of the services offered in the IBDC. The IBDC facilitates the growth and development of new and existing businesses in the Community. To support this goal, SCORE and the IBDC will collaborate to provide needed services. SCORE will coordinate with the IBDC staff to conduct workshops, training and counseling sessions for the participants in the IBDC. Both SCORE and the IBDC should ensure that program activities are conducted in compliance with all applicable Federal laws, rules, and regulations including Civil Rights. II. BACKGROUND SCORE is a non - profit business mentoring organization with numerous Chapters throughout the State of Florida. SCORE is staffed with retired and still employed men and woman who either had extensive experience in the business world and /or have been successful entrepreneurs. These individuals volunteer their time to provide educational services and resources to new or existing businesses. The organization's mission is to maximize the success of existing and emerging small businesses in the community. The Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC) provides technical assistances and resources to existing and emerging entrepreneurs so that they may realize the full potential of their business enterprise. The organization's mission is to be a laboratory for entrepreneurial enterprises. Page 1 of 3 Packet Page -772- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. III. SCORES' RESPONSIBILITIES UNDER THIS MOU SCORE shall undertake the following activities: Conduct Business Development Workshops • Conduct one -on -one Counseling • Provide materials for all activities being sponsored by the organization. IV. The IBDC's RESPONSIBILITIES UNDER THIS MOU The IBDC shall undertake the following activities: • Coordinate workshops with SCORE. • Provide facility for workshops and counseling sessions in Immokalee. • Promote scheduled activities in the Immokalee community. • Comply with SCORE's policies in promoting activities. V. IT IS MUTUALLY UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED BY AND BETWEEN THE PARTIES THAT: 1. SCORE shall allow the IBDC to include their logo on all promotional materials so as to inform the public that they are a partner of the IBDC. 2. SCORE shall allow the IBDC to include their logo and brief description of their organization on the IBDC website to inform the public that they are a partner of the IBDC. 3. Before any activity is advertised, both parties shall agree on a mutual date, time, and manner. 4. Before any activity is advertised, both parties shall be provided with an opportunity to review promotional material before being advertised to the general public. VI. FUNDING This MOU does not include the reimbursement of funds between the two parties. If there is a cost to be incurred for any activity, both parties shall agree on the amount and the manner of payment prior the date of said activity. Page 2 of 3 Packet Page -773- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. VII EFFECTIVE DATE AND SIGNATURE This MOU shall be effective upon the signature of a representative of SCORE and a 1 representative of IBDC, authorized officials. It shall be in force from _May, _26_, 2011 and until both parties mutually agree to terminate the "partnership" in writing. SCORE (Naples Chapter) and IBDC indicate agreement with this MOU by their signatures. Signatures a d dates r Mav 2544. 2011 Date Page 3 of 3 Packet Page -774- 1 Date 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING This is a Memorandum of Understanding ( "MOU ") between FLORIDA GULF COAST UNIVERSITY BOARD OF TRUSTEES, a public body corporate of the State of.Florida, on behalf of its Small Business Development Center, hereinafter called the ( "FGCU - SBDC ",) and the IMMOKALEE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER, called ( "IBDC ".) I. PURPOSE & SCOPE The FGCU -SBDC has agreed to be a collaborating /partnering organization with the IBDC. The purpose of this MOU is to clearly identify the roles and responsibilities of each party as they relate to the implementation of the services offered in the IBDC. The IBDC facilitates the growth and development of new and existing businesses in the Community. To support this goal, the FGCU -SBDC and the IBDC will collaborate to provide needed services. The FGCU -SBDC will coordinate with the IBDC staff to conduct workshops, training and counseling sessions for the participants in the IBDC. Both the FGCU -SBDC and the IBDC should ensure that program activities are conducted in compliance with all applicable Federal laws, rules, and regulations including Civil Rights. II. BACKGROUND The FGCU -SBDC serves a five county area and provides business assistance through various partners. The center is partially funded by a grant from the US Small Business Administration with matching funds from Florida Gulf Coast University. The university's faculty and students participate in the services provided by the FGCU - SBDC. The Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC) provides technical assistances and resources to existing and emerging entrepreneurs so that they may realize the full potential of their business enterprise. The organization's mission is to be a laboratory for entrepreneurial enterprises. III. The FGCU- SBDC's RESPONSIBILITIES UNDER THIS MOU The FGCU -SBDC shall undertake the following activities: 1. Conduct Business Development Workshops 2. Conduct one -on -one Counseling 3. Provide materials for all activities being sponsored by the organization. Florida Gulf Coast University Page I GC46900 3 Packet Page -775- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. IV. The IBDC's RESPONSIBILITIES UNDER THIS MOU The IBDC shall undertake the following activities: 1. Coordinate workshops with the FGCU -SBDC. 2. Provide facility for workshops and counseling sessions in Immokalee. 3. Promote scheduled activities in the lmmokaiee community. 4. Comply with the FGCU- SBDC's policies in promoting activities. V. IT IS MUTUALLY UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED BY AND BETWEEN THE PARTIES THAT: 1. The FGCU -SBDC' shall allow the IBDC to include the Small Business Development Center logo on all promotional materials, along with a brief description of their organization, so as to inform the public that they are a partner of the IBDC. 2. Before any activity is advertised, both parties shall agree on a mutual date, time, and manner. 3. Before any activity is advertised, both parties shall be provided with an opportunity to review and approve any promotional material. before being advertised to the general public. VI. FUNDING This MOU does not encompass the reimbursement of funds between the two parties. If there is a cost to be incurred for any activity, both parties shall agree on the amount and the manner of payment prior the date of said activity. VII. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS 1. This MOU shall be effective upon the last date for signatures of the authorized officials of the parties. It shall be in force until both parties mutually agree to terminate the "partnership" in writing. 2. This MOU may be terminated with written notice with 30 days notice. The FGCU -SBDC and IBDC indicate agreement with this MOU by their signatures. By signing below, they further acknowledge that they are authorized to sign this agreement. Florida Gulf Coast University Page 2 GC46900 3 Packet Page -776- Florida Gulf Coast University Board of Trustees Az 1! By: Ara Vblkan, In# ri Dean Lutgert College f Business Date: VED AS TO FORM AND ITY Vee Leonard`--- -' General Counsel Date: � 9/7,6 t I 4/24/2012 Item 16.8.1. Immokalee Business Development Center By: 4A/61/1i Sign lure Name: Title: e 66 � J 4'��—W 19)kAVU'4 � Date: Florida Gulf Coast University Page 3 GC46900_3 Packet Page -777- 4/24/2012 Item 16.B.1. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) This is a Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") between the Empowerment Alliance (immokalee) and the IMMOKALEE BUSINE=SS DEVELOPMENT CENTER, called ( "IBDC "). i. PURPOSE & SCOPE ']'he Empowerment Alliance of Southwest Florida has agreed to be a collaborating /partnering organization with the IBDC. The purpose of this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is to develop and foster mutual understanding and a working relationship between the IBDC and the Empowerment Alliance of Southwest Florida in order to strengthen and expand small business development in immokalee, Florida. The Parties acknowledge that specific joint training and outreach activities contemplated under this MOU will facilitate the growth and development of new and existing businesses in the Community. Both the Empowerment Alliance of Southwest Florida and the IBDC should ensure that program activities are conducted in compliance with all applicable Federal laws, rules, and regulations including Civil Rights. 11. BACKGROUND The I'tinipowerment Allic`wca Of SOl.lthw"t Flori(:ia vas ormecl in �iC99 under the PLrc, Federal Enterprise C M111- nullity prograrn. This piogrant elided in 2008, but the _Impovverrmeni Alliance continues its Missior-r of Building t3attc:r lives throt.rgh 1-torneovunership with the goal of helping rr;sidents become self - sufficient. The Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC) provides technical assistances and resources to existing and emerging entrepreneurs so that they may realize the full potential of their business enterprise. The organization's mission is to be a laboratory for entrepreneurial enterprises. Ill. The Empowerment Alliance of Southwest Florida's RESPONS1131LITIES UNDER THIS MOU The Empowerment Alliance of Southwest Florida shall undertake the following activities: Facilitate Credit Repair Workshops for the IBDC. Cooperate with IBDC to provide information to its participants about business development services to small businesses when appropriate. Keep abreast of and disseminate up -to -date information provided by IBDC when appropriate. Make available to students participants pamphlets, brochures, and other publications. inform participants of IBDC's programs and services IV. The 1BDC's RESPONSIBILITIES UNDER THIS MOU The IBDC shall undertake the following activities: Page 1 of 2 Packet Page -778- V. 4/24/2012 Item 16:6.1. • Coordinate workshops and informational sessions with the Empowerment Alliance administration. • Comply with Empowerment Alliance's policies in promoting activities. Provide Empowerment Alliance with up -to -date information about IRDC's programs and services. • Make available, upon request, information regarding IBDC's resources, • Make available, upon request and subject to their availability, IBDC pamphlets, brochures, and other publications. IT IS MUTUALLY'' UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED BY AND BETWEEN THE PARTIES THAT: 1. Empowerment Alliance shall allow the IBDC to include their logo on all promotional materials so as to inform the public that they are a partner of the IBDC. 2. Empowerment Alliance shall allow the IBDC to include their logo and brief description of their organization on the IBDC website to inform the public that they are a partner of the IBDC. 3. Before any activity is advertised, both parties shall agree on a mutual date, time, and manner. 4. Before any activity is advertised, both parties shall be provided with an opportunity to review promotional material before being advertised to the general public. VI. FUNDING This MOU does not include the reimbursement of funds between the two parties. If there is a cost to be incurred for any activity, both parties shall agree on the amount and the manner of payment prior the date of said activity. VII. EFFECTIVE DATE AND SIGNATURE:. This MOU shall be effective upon the signature of a representative of the Empowerment Alliance of Southwest Florida and a representative of the Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC), authorized officials. It shall be in force from Jars (Act �,rj _, I ( ., , 2012 and until both parties mutually agree to terminate the "partnership" in writing. The Empowerment Alliance of Southwest Florida and IBDC indicate agreement with this MOU by their signatures. Signatures and dates Y �. Y C Date: i t � i Date: i Page 2 of 2 Packet Page -779- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. Packet Page -780- Exhibit 15 Letters of Support Packet Page -781- 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. SICIi4RANI FITNESS AND DANCE IMMOK -ALEE, FL.OR.IDA April 9, 2012 To Whom It Concerns, 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. I personally offer this letter of support for the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency /Immokalee Business Development Center's (IBDC) application for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. Immokalee is a community with a strategic plan, defining economic development as a number one goal and top priority for the community. I am presently enrolled in the IBDC program and have experienced the impact this organization has had in the community since the inception of the IBDC. With the help of IBDC I have opened a small business in Immokalee and rely on the valuable resources afforded me through the program. CDBG funding will greatly enhance the IBDC services, an already valued resource in the community, in the creation of employment, contracting and training opportunities for small businesses and residents in Southwest Florida. I fully support the mission and efforts of the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency - Immokalee venture to maintain the IBDC, as it continues to positively impact my community. Sincerely, t 1 tticia Ramos Packet Page -782- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. April 9, 2012 To Whom It Concerns, I personally offer this letter of support for the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency /Immokalee Business Development Center's (IBDC) application for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. Immokalee is a community with a strategic plan, defining economic development as a number one goal and top priority for the community. I am presently enrolled in the IBDC program and have experienced the impact this organization has had in the community since the inception of the IBDC. With the help of IBDC I have opened a small business in Immokalee and rely on the valuable resources afforded me through the program. CDBG funding will greatly enhance the IBDC services, an already valued resource in the community, in the creation of employment, contracting and training opportunities for small businesses and residents in Southwest Florida. I fully support the mission and efforts of the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency - Immokalee venture to maintain the IBDC, as it continues to positively impact my community. Sincerely, Danny Campos DC Events Packet Page -783- S V k 4/24/2012 Item 16.8.1. 1CIIA'S IN MOTION ACAID, My Oi✓ THE ,4R.TS, I NC. Kids in Motion Academy of the Arts, Inc P.O. Box 1522 Immokalee, FL 34143 (239) 657 -1509 Date: 4/2/12 I Annette Anderson offer this letter of confidence and support for your proposed application to the Housing, Human and Veteran's Services for CDBG funding for the Immokalee Business Development Center to continue to serve the Immokalee community with startup emerging rural small business. Having a functioning business education program within the Immokalee Community is a valued asset in the creation of high skilled /high wage jobs for the residents of Immokalee. The CDBG funding will greatly enhance the IBDC services to entrepreneurs and small business owners. As a participant in the IBDC Program, I fully support the venture to maintain the Immokalee Business Development Center, Sincerely, Annette Anderson Packet Page -784- CYNTHIA'S CLEANING COMPANY IMMOKALEE FLORIDA April 9, 2012 To Whom It Concerns, 4/24/2012 Item 16.6.1. I personally offer this letter of support for the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency /Immokalee Business Development Center's (IBDC) application for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. Immokalee is a community with a strategic plan, defining economic development as a number one goal and top priority for the community. I am presently enrolled in the IBDC program and have experienced the impact this organization has had in the community since the inception of the IBDC. With the help of IBDC I have opened a small business in Immokalee and rely on the valuable resources afforded me through the program. CDBG funding will greatly enhance the IBDC services, an already valued resource in the community, in the creation of employment, contracting and training opportunities for small businesses and residents in Southwest Florida. I fully support the mission and efforts of the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency - Immokalee venture to maintain the IBDC, as it continues to positively impact my community. Sincerely,' f f Cynthia Clinton Cynthia's Cleaning Company Packet Page -785- 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. OFFICE OF 614 SOUTH 5H s STREET PAL -ter% ��•+ +� �► IMMOKALEE, FL 34142 Titninokalee Technical Center (239) 377 -9900 FAX (239) 377 -9901 LOCAL 656 -7080 April 9, 2012 Amy Grant, Director of HHVS. Re: Letter of support We understand that the Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC) is applying for additional funding to continue operations in Immokalee. We are a post - secondary career and technical school located approximately 2 miles from the airport. We are the newest public technical school in Florida with over 90,000 square feet of training space. Our enrollment is over 600 students. We offer a variety of vocational State certificated training programs. We have worked closely with the IBDC in the past and will continue to partner with them in the future. We fully support the continuation of the Immokalee Business Development Center and will continue to help in any way possible to enhance the employment opportunities and business growth in our community. S, rely, ,w Dorn Ox nder, P •i�al 1 t�rirt Sctnu/ COLLIER COUNTY CHARACTER EDUCATION TRAITS Citizenship Cooperation Honesty Kindness Patriotism Perseveranr;e Respect Responsibility Self - Control Tolerance ,fIE CO .0 ERCOONI • PORLsc s{ Foos L SYSrE,I IS AN E: Packet Page - 786 - NITYINSTRUCT ION FOR IN'( WIION NDL'AtP,.<xYMENr. 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Ms. Marie Capita Collier County Conununity Redevelopment Agency 1320 N. 16th Street - Suite 2 Imnzokaiee, FL 34142 Dear Ms. Capita, I personally offer this letter of support for the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency /Immokalee Business Development Center's (IBDC) application for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. Iznmokalee is a coirununity tirith a strategic plan, defining econo��nic development as the number one goal and top priority for the community. l have witnessed the great impact this organization has had in the community since its inception. CDBG funding will greatly enhance the IBDC services to entrepreneurs and is a valued resource in the creation of employment, contracting, and training opportunities to businesses and residents in Southwest Florida. 1 fully support the mission and efforts of the Collier County Community Redevelopment Ageiacy- Inamokalee venture to maintain the IBDC, as it continues to positively impact my clients, businesses and residents living in our Community. Sincerely, Shaletha Litt Financial Center Leader l BB &T f Pebblebrooke Office 15285 Collier Blvd Naples, Fl 34119 W. 239- 687 -3269 F: 239 -332 -2342 Ma i lcode: 863- 02 -01 -00 SUIM13 f3andT.coiu Packet Page -787- 4/24/2012 Item 163.1. 9530 Marketplace Road, Suite 104 Fort Myers, Florida 33912 Phone: 239 - 225 -2500 Fax: 239 - 225 -2559 Toll Free: 1 -866- 992 -8463 TTY: 711 KEN O'LEARY, President JOE PATERNO, Execrative Director RE: Letter of Support Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency Immokalee, FL The Southwest Florida Workforce Development Board supports the Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agency in its quest for operational funding for the Immokalee Business Development Center. As a regional workforce board with a frill- service Career and Service Center located in Immokalee we look forward to providing employment opportunities and bringing training dollars to local businesses. We have partnered with the Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agency and the Immokalee Business Development Center by offering a variety of employment and training resources to the Immokalee Business Development Center, Having a functioning incubator within the Immokalee Community is a valued asset in the creation of high skilled /high wage jobs and is a great fit into the Southwest Florida Workforce Development Boards mission and vision statements. As an organization we fully support the venture of Immokalee CRA and Immokalee Business Development Center; as an individual I am also willing to commit time and effort to ensure the success of the project. Sincerely, James I. Wall Business Development Director Packet Page -788- I 1114A .4 7L 4/24/2012 Item 16.13.1. Julio Estremera C.B.A. FGCU/ SBDC Lutgert College of Business 10501 FGCU Blvd. South, Unit 2317 Fort Myers, FL 339$5 -6565 Main Tel: 239745 -37071 Direct 239 - 745.3700 / Fax 239 -745 -3710 Email: )estreme0fgcu.edu Ms. Marie Capita Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency 1320 N. 16th Street — Suite 2 Immokalee, FL 34142 Dear Ms. Capita, Julio Estremera offers this letter as support of the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency /Immokalee Business Development Center's (IBDC) application for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding, Immokalee is a community with a strategic plan, defining economic development as the number one goal and top priority for the community. CDBG funding will greatly enhance the IBDC services to entrepreneurs and is a valued resource in the creation of employment, contracting, and training opportunities to businesses and residents in Southwest Florida. fully support the mission and efforts of the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency= Immokalee venture to maintain the IBDC, as It continues to positively impact businesses and residents living in the community. Sincerely, Julio Estremera Packet Page -789- 4/24/2012 Item 16.B.1. Daniel Rosario Executive Director hnmokalce Chamber of Commerce, Inc. 1300 N IS"' Street Immokalce, FI 34142 April 4, 2012 Marie Capita Manager lmmokalee Business Development Center Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency - Inunokalce 1320 N. 15 °i Street, Suite 2 Immokalcc, Fl 34142 Dear Ms. Capita: The lmmokalee Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is in full support of the application for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. For some time the hnmokaiee Chamber has been quiet because of low funds due to the economy and a lack of new businesses coming to the area. Maric and her staff at IBDC have produced some new businesses that are now members and we feel that we must support IBDC of their efforts for funding. We at the Chamber truly believe in Marie and how she can manage the IBDC with funding from CDBG and help entrepreneurs of the 21" Century make Immokalee the Jewel of Collier County. With the help of IBDC introducing new businesses in the area will not only help the County tax flow but we would save time in our daily lives. We would save money on fuel and the increased maintenance that a vehicle needs when driven routinely to Naples or Fort Myers which we all know is in Lce County. Let's keep money, jobs and people in Collier County especially in Immokalce (My }dome). Sinccrely, .�� Daniel Rosario Packet Page -790- 4/2412012 Item 16.6.1. 4224 Renaissance_ _ - _ - - -- . - .. _ Fort Myers, FL 33916 Phone: (239) 344 -3220 TTY# (800) 955 -8771 Website: www.haefin.org Marcus D. Goodson The Housing Authority of the City of Fort Myers Executive Director March 29, 2012 Ms. Marie Capita Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency 1320 North 16th St, Suite 2 Immokalee, FL 34142 Dear Ms Capita: The Housing Authority of the City of Fort Myers ( HACFM) offers this letter as support of The Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency / Immokalee Business Development Center's (IBDC) application for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. Immokalee is a community with a strategic plan, defining economic development as the number one goal and top priority for the community. CDBG funding will greatly enhance the IBDC services to entrepreneurs and is a valued resource in the creation of employment, contracting, and training opportunities to businesses and residents in Southwest Florida. HACFM fully supports the mission and efforts of the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency- Immokalee venture to maintain the IBDC, as it continues to positively impact businesses and residents living in the community. If you require additional information, please contact me directly. Closing, Twaski Jackson Project Manager /Section 3 Coordinator The Housing Authority of the City of Fort Myers (0) 239 -344 -3232 (F) 239 - 344 -3270 (C) 239 -246 -9637 twaski @hacfm.org 121 count —S NO Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer OPPORTUNITY Packet Page -791-