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Agenda 03/09/2010 Item #14B EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 1 of 89 ..~_Recommendation that the Collier County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) acting as the ~ommunity Redevelopment Agency (CRA) approve the after-the-fact submittal of the attached Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Home Investment Partnership (HOME) grant application to Collier County Housing & Human Services (HHS) for the first year's operational and start-up expenses of the ImmokaIee Business Development Center (IBDC) in the amount of $110,500.00. OBJECTIVE: To receive after-the-fact approval from the BCC acting as the CRA Board to submit a CDBG/HOME grant application to Collier County HHS to fund the first year's operational and start-up expenses of the IBDC. CONSIDERATIONS: On December 16,2009 the Immokalee CRA Advisory Board approved the submittal of a CDBG/HOME grant for the operational and start-up expenses for the IBDC. The application was subsequently submitted by the CRA on December 31, 2009 to the Collier County HHS. The grant was submitted without prior Grants Office or Board of County Commissioners approval due to the deadline for the application submittal. The CDBG/HOME grant programs are funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to fund a variety of projects which aid in the development of viable communities by providing; decent housing, suitable living environments, expand economic opportunities and the development of public facilities primarily for persons of low and moderate income. This project meets the CDBG national goal of providing economic development through the creation of jobs for low income persons. The IBDC is a joint project between the Collier County CRA and the Collier County Airport Authority Board (CCAA) to utilize existing buildings at the Immokalee Regional Airport (IMM) by establishing a business development center. The business development center is being established as an economic development tool to ,_.. ccelerate 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. . FISCAL IMPACT: The total cost for the first year's operation and start-up expenses for the Immokalee Business Development Center is expected to be $110,500.00. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The Board will have the opportunity to accept or reject the funds if approved. Accordingly, this Office has no issue with respect to the legal sufficiency of this request, which is appropriate for Board action. -- JBW GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: The IBDC furthers the programs and projects within the budgetary and policy guidance and directives of the CRA and the BCC in furtherance of Policy 4.2 of the Future Land Use Element of the Growth Management Plan which reads as follows: "The lmmokalee Area Master Plan addresses conservation, future land use, population, recreation, transportation, housing, and the local economy. Major purposes of the Master Plan are coordination of land uses and transportation planning, redevelopment or renewal of blighted areas and the promotion of economic development." RECOMMENDATION: Recommendation that the Collier County BCC acting as the CRA approve the after- the-fact submittal of the attached CDBG/HOME grant application to Collier County HHS for the first year's ---~perational and start-up expenses of the IBDC in the amount of$IIO,500.00. PREPARED BY: Penny Phillippi, Executive Director, lmmokalee CRA Attachment: 1) CDBG/HOME application-IBDC. ...._"^.,--,_.._--. "",',..."".".,..,",. "'~'-"^~"""'" ~ ub'"" J V~ ~ Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 2 of 89 ,.-'- COLLIER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Meeting Date: 14B This item to be heard immediately following Item 14A. Recommendation that the Collier County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) acting as the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) approve the after-the-fact submittal of the attached Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Home Investment Partnership (HOME) grant application to Collier County Housing & Human Services (HHS) for the first years operational and start.up expenses of the Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC) in the amount of $110.500 3/9/20109:00:00 AM Item Number: item Summary: Prepared By Penny Phillippi Immokalee County Redevelopment Agency Executive Director, Immokalee eRA Date Immokalee County Redevelopment Agency 2/24/20108:36:24 AM Approved By Penny Phillippi Immokalee County Redevelopment Agency Executive Director, Immokalee CRA Date lmmokalee County Redevelopment Agency 2/24/20108:37 AM Approved By OMS Coordinator Date County Manager's Office Office of Management & Budget 2/25/20109:51 AM Approved By Leo E. Ochs, Jr. County Manager Date County Managers Office County Managers Office 3/2/20102:45 PM ._" .L':1_.1Ir<.\. ____...:I_"'T'__"-\T":'n.___-"-\1~0 1.1f__._L A "A10\1 It .TTlT'''.....TlI'T' AoTT"'T'TTATlT"'T''\T\1 ,1Tl\1,1T"1 ~1__,,- ""11....'''010 _..._.~. ,...,=-~..._..- - ..... Agenda Item Nb~NB March 9, 2010 Page 3 of 89 IMMOKALEE C RA Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency COLLIER COUNTY FISCAL YEAR 2010/2011 GRANT APPLICATION COVER CHECKLIST Co ~y Please place this checklist on top of your application. Submit the following pages in the order outlined below plus required exhibits and any attachments, APPLICATION CHECKLIST [gJ Applicant/Organization Information [gJ Project Information [gJ Project Description [gJ Map - Attachment A [gJ Demonstrated Need/Project Outcomes [gJ Scope of Services [gJ Readiness to Implement [gJ Proposed Project Timetable [gJ Demonstrated Experience and Capacity [gJ Resumes, Pay Scales and Job Descriptions - Attachment B [gJ Articles of Incorporation [gJ By-Laws [gJ Organizational Chart [gJ 501 (c) (3) IRS Tax Exemption Letter [gJ List of Board of Directors [gJ Federal debarment letter Key supporters - Attachment C [gJ Evaluative Measures [gJ Budget/Financial Feasibility 1SI Budget 1SI Match/Leverage Award Letters/Evidence of Fund Availability- Attachment D 1SI Financial Feasibility 1SI Most recent Audit or Financial Statement [gJ Exhibits (#1-11) [gJ Acknowledgement of Religious Organization (If applicable) Collier County HHS Grant Application FY10.11 8 Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 4 of 89 .- Collier County Housing and Human Services H 0 u s in g JIttttftt.. & U Human Services of ColUer County Request for Proposals COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP (HOME) - SUBMIT PROPOSALS TO: COLLIER COUNTY HOUSING & HUMAN SERVICES 3301 E. Tamiami Traill Bldg. HI Suite 211 Naplesl FL 34112 SUBMIT BY: 2:00 p.m. December 311 2009 (8":'\ .. III) <il>~-v.o~" - lm,,~ Collier County HHS Grant Application FYI0-ll 1 u._ .... , _0__.__.' ----._--- Agenda Item No. 148 March 9, 2010 Page 5 of 89 Collier County Request for Proposal Community Development Block Grant I I. INTRODUCTION I Collier County is soliciting proposals from organizations for projects to be funded under Its FY 2010-2011 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) & HOME programs. The CDBG and HOME programs are funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Through these programs, HUD provides entitlement funds to the County to fund a variety of projects which aid In the development of viable communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment and expanding economic opportunities, primarily for persons of low and moderate income. I II. APPLICATION INFORMATION General Instructions For funding consideration, all projects must meet the general eligibility requirements listed below. 1. Organizations must be located in Collier County or provide services within Collier County. 2. Organizations must be public organizations, a private for profit, non-profit organization or one with an IRS 501 (e) 3 designation. In addition, proposed CDSG projects must meet one of the three CDBG National Objectives: 1. Low Mod Income 0 Area Benefit 0 Limited Clientele 0 Housing 0 Jobs 2. Slum & Blight 0 Area basis 0 Spot Basis 0 Urban renewal 3. Urgent Need Eligible Activities requested: o Infrastructure Projects o Acquisition for public facilities o Construction of public facilities o Job Creation Collier County HHS Grant Application FYIO-11 2 Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 6 of 89 ,-e., o Public Services Also, proposed HOME projects must meet one of the four HOME National Objectives: HOME National Objectives: 1, Provide decent affordable housing to lower income households 2., Expand capacity to nonprofit housing providers 3, Strengthen the ability of state and local governments to provide housing 4. Leverage private-sector participation Eligible Activities requested: o Energy Efficiency o Home Owner Rehabilitation o Home Buyer Activities o Rental Housing Agencies and organizations responding to this Request for Proposal (RFP) must complete the attached funding application. One (1) original and five (5) copies of the completed application package and all attachments, exhibits, and supplementary Information must be submitted to: Collier County Housing and Human Services Department 3301 E. Tamlaml Trail Bldg. H, Suite 211 Naples, FL 34112 APPLICATION MUST BE RECEIVED BEFORE 2:00 P.M. Thursdav December 31, 2009 The application must be typed (not handwritten). Use a binder clip to secure your application package (do not bind the a~pllcation). 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 programs, technical assistance with this application or other help should contact the Collier County Housing and Human Services Department at 2.39-2.52.-4663, This application package is also available on Collier County webslte at !J.1!p:/ /www.colliergov.net Collier County HHS Grant Application FY10-11 3 '._"'~'~-'--"""""""',--,"'-"'- '.-'..-- Agenda Item No. 148 March 9, 2010 Page 7 of 89 I III. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS I 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 Community Development Block Grant/HOME programs. Funds may not be obligated until the agreement is accepted and signed by all parties. B. Indemnification 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, monthiy monitoring reports, on-site monitoring and compliance reports and records as specified in the contractual agreement. E. Notification All applicants will be notified in late/mid February 2010 of funding ranking and awarding. 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 programs. The proposed project is economically feasible and implementation will occur in Fiscal Year July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011. 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. Collier County HHS Grant Application FYI0-ll 4 __....'.0'",.,.._,...<',_...,._....".". Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 8 of 89 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 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, 5. The proposed activity does not require displacement of Individuals or produce any adverse effects to the community or environment. (as applicable) 6. The applicant has the necessary funds to operate the agency and has demonstrated a commitment to the proposed project for at least three (3) years and/or until Certificate of Occupancy (C/O) are obtained and qualified purchasers take possession of the house. 1. Applicant has the administrative capacity and experience to plan and Implement the proposed activity or service. 8. 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. V. ClUTElUA FOR EVALUATION OF PROPOSALS Proposals for the FY2010-2011 CDBG/HOME programs will be evaluated, scored and ranked based on the following criteria and point system. Collier County Housing and Human 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 Experience 8< Organizational Capacity 30 Fiscal Feasibility 30 Evaluative Measures 5 Application Completeness 5 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. Collier County HHS Grant Application FYI0-ll 5 --.-.- ---,- - __~___,o_ri_.._.,,__.~_ .__ Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 9 of 89 . 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 anaiysis of the target population and/or community (Ies). 2. Proposed Outcomes: (Maximum Points: "20") The category will be evaluated in terms of the goals, objectives and activities planned to compiete the activity, the numbers served versus the cost and the sustainablllty 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, tlme- limited, and clearly stated. . Project Goais, Objectives and Activities evidence the project's vaiue 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. Experience and 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. Collier County HHS Grant Application FYIO-ll 6 Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 10 of 89 ,'-. . Evidence of long-term commitment/project "buy in" at high levels and community support 5. Fiscal Feasiblilty: (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 pian are congruent with the proposed budget . Budget reflects an understanding of the required costs to implement and maintain the project. . Need for equipment, supplies, contractual services, and other budget items are well justified in terms of the project goal(s), objectives, and proposed activities. . Outlines a realistic pian for sustainability after government support ends . Documents ability to secure other sources of funding . Demonstrates an established accounting system . Demonstrates the ability to leverage government funds with other contributions ._" 6. Evaluative Measures: ("5" Points) The category will be evaluated on the applicant's ability to collect data to measure the outcomes of the activities and the project as a whole. . Provides a clear evaluation plan with performance measurements . Demonstrates long term support of project . Demonstrates how outcome measures wllrmeet national or program objectives . Evaluation plan demonstrates "value-added" or "community value" to Collier County 1. Application Completeness: (Maximum Points: "5") 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 HHS Grant Application FYI0-ll 7 __...'"__0,......" ~~.__'_' ___ --.-.--.----- IMMOKALEE C RA Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency COLLIER COUNTY FISCAL YEAR 2010/2011 GRANT APPLICATION COVER CHECKLIST Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 11 of 89 Please place this checklist on top of your application. Submit the following pages in the order outlined below plus required exhibits and any attachments. APPLICATION CHECKLIST [2J Applicant/Organization Information [2J Project Information [2J Project Description [2J Map - Attachment A [2J Demonstrated Need/Project Outcomes [2J Scope of Services [2J Readiness to Implement [2J Proposed Project Timetable [2J Demonstrated Experience and Capacity [2J Resumes, Pay Scales and Job Descriptions - Attachment B [2J Articles of Incorporation [2J By-Laws [2J Organizational Chart [2J 501 (c) (3) iRS Tax Exemption Letter [2J List of Board of Directors [2J Federal debarment letter Key Supporters - Attachment C [2J Evaluative Measures [2J Budget/Financial Feasibility [2J Budget [2J Match/Leverage Award Letters/Evidence of Fund Avallabillty- Attachment D [2J Financial Feasibility [2J Most recent Audit or Financial Statement [2J ExhibIts (#1-11) [2J Acknowledgement of Religious Organization (if applicable) COLLIER COUNTY HOUSING AND HUMAN SERVICES Collier County HHS Grant Application FYIO-ll 8 Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 12 of 89 -- HOUSING AND HUMAN SERVICES GRANT APPLICATION Organization Name: Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency - Immokalee Organization Mailing Address: 310 Alachua Street lmmokalee. Florida 34142 Physical Address if different: Phone: Fax: 239.252.2310 239.252.3970 Contact Person/Title: Contact Emall Address: Phone: Pemw S, PhilliWi, Executive Director PennyPhilliWi@colliergov.net_ 239,252.2310 .- Federal Tax ID #: DUNS #: CCSR#: 59-6000558 016997790 N/A 1. Is your organization a private non-profit with SOl(c) (3) status? Years In Operation: Yes NoX 2. If your organization or agency faith based? Yes NoX Identify national or state affiliation and provide your mission statement. Please state the primary activities currently provided by your organization. All faith-based organizations must complete and attach Acknowledgement of Religious Organization Requirements. N/ A The Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency 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 Redeveiopment Area and the Immokalee Redevelopment Area. - 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, ecotourlsm, 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 HHS Grant Application FYI0-ll 9 Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 13 of 89 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 whlch are economic development, housing, infrastructure, natural resources, land use and urban design, and inter-local and Intergovernmental coordination. The Draft Immokalee Area Master Plan defines these goals. "The first goal makes economic development a priority, and the objectives and policies set forth specific ways to promote and diversify the local economy and create a positive business climate. As this Is a major focus for the community, there are five objectives that deal with the issue. The second goal and its objective and policies deal with housing. Mobile homes have historlcally provided a slgnlflcant percentage of the housing in Immokalee, and have provided affordable homes. Adequate housing for farmworkers must continue to be addressed. Gap housing or "market-rate" housing, which provides housing for middle-class families, has been historically underrepresented In the Immokalee market. Affordable and workforce housing will continue to be needed in the community. The third goal and set of objectives address infrastructure and public services. Parks and recreational opportunities to serve the young families in Immokalee are the first public Infrastructure item discussed. Transportation is a major component of any community's public Infrastructure needs, and while county-wide issues are still dealt with in the county Transportation Element, this portion addresses Immokalee's local roads and needed public safety improvements to protect pedestrians and blcyclists. Other important public services Include stormwater management and solid waste, which are addressed as well. The fourth goal and related objective deals with natural resource protection and how to promote eco- tourism within Immokalee. While the Conservation and Coastal Management Element still applies, significant natural resources within the Immokalee Urban Area and ecotourism opportunities are addressed here. Land use Is an integral component of any master plan, and the fifth goal and its objective and policies deai 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 sixth goal. These objectives and policies are generally concerned with how to create a theme or brand for Immokalee, provide safe multi-modal transportation, and develop site design and development standards appropriate for Immokalee, rather than continuing to apply standards developed for coastal Collier. The seventh and last 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 lAMP 2009 3. List recent agency accomplishments, Collier County HHS Grant Application FYIO-II 10 Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 14 of 89 Mastel' Plan: Consistent with the goals desclibed above, the Immokalee CRA snbmitted the draft revision of the Immol<alee Al'ea Mastel' Plan December 2008. The plan has received two sufficiency reviews and will begin the first rounds of public hearing as an amendment to the Collier County Compl'ehensive plan in January 2010. -,.~~ . . Interim Land Development Code: In an unprecedented effort, the CRA, worlung with the Collier Connty Planning Commission and consnltants, RW A, Inc. has developed an interim process. Once approved by the Board of County Commissioners, this interim process can facilitate development until new land development codes are in place. This interim process shoullI be approved aud in place early in 2010. . Commercial Fa~ade Grants: The Inllnol<alee CRA implemented the Commercial Fa~ade Grant Program in Octobel' of 2008. Since that time, ten fa~ade grants have been awarded to local businesses In Immokalee for a totai of $lS6, 569.00. To have augmented the appearance of ten businesses in one year represents an Incredibly significant Impact to this community. A fifty year old landmark restaurant installed a new colorful sign; five Handy Stores had significant face lifts to include awnings and iandscaping; a laundry, a clothing store and an office business center received the award. little Caesar's award will assist with a complete remodel of an existing restaurant in Immokalee, -'0 . Celebration of Cultures: CRA staff organized a committee made up of local citizens to create an event in an effort to reach groups of person who had not previously been Involved In CRA activities. The committee organized and executed a highly successful three day Celebration of Cultures event during September of 2009. This committee has evolved into a not-for-profit organization whose mission Is to sponsor cultural events In Immokalee, The Immokalee CRA provided $600,000 In partnership for ~..'~. Infrastructure improvements with affordable housing developers, Empowerment AiIlance of Southwest Florida 'MM.~!i~L!E, CR~ . and Florida Non-Profit Services toward the development of Esperanza Place. Construction has begun and the majority of the Infrastructure is in place. . The Immokalee CRA partnered with the Collier County Real Property Department to acquire appraisals on properties of Interest for the Immokalee plazas. The owners of the properties at 9th Street and Main and the owners at 1st Street and Main have agreed to sell the property to the CRA at the appraised price. . 16 ,slr88l'/'<<.za&; 1'ar~ ~ . J~ ~_. -h. 'GotoiH-- ..~,.,...~-"",,. R\~.x- Diligent with ietters to state and federal legislators, the Jmmokalee CRA staff has kept the CRA Advisory Board apprised of the appeal status for the Immokalee State Farmers Market. The final appeal has been approved and the market structures will be rebuilt early In 2010. . _. Collier County HHS Grant Application FYI0-l1 \1 ---,. -- - -,-, , ~----- ,." ~,-"-"-' Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 15 of 89 . Marketing: The CRA has developed a Marketing Plan to brand and to promote Immokalee. The Marketing Plan for Immokalee clearly defines what will be marketed and the targets of that marketing. While It Incorporates traditional media vehicles, it places heavy emphasis on new social media tools. Immokalee Florida', 21 'I cenlury . Immokalee Beautification MSTU Expansion: During the September 2008 meeting of the Immokalee Beautification MSTU, the CRA proposed a partnership with the Immokalee Beautification MSTU. The CRA asked that the MSTU expand its boundaries to include the entire CRA boundary, and to expand their Ordinance to include streets, sidewalks, drainage, light and beautification in order to use the funds of both the CRA and the MSTU to meet those needs. On January 28, 2009 the Immokalee Beautification MSTU Committee agreed to the partnership, expanded their boundary and amended the Ordinance to Include the expanded responsibilities. Landscape architects from both agencies got together with the CRA consultant, Land Design Innovation, Inc. (LOI) and an interim and long range landscaping plans for Immokalee were completed. It was the joint goal of the CRA and the MSTU to create landscaping to build upon the many years of work the MSTU has put into the landscaping of Main Street, compliment the new Public Realm and Town Design for Immokalee, and address the safety issues on Hwy. 29/Maln Street. . Public Realm/Town Design and Form-Based Code Guidelines: March 18, 2009 a proposed Public Realm and Town Design with plazas for the'vislon of Immokalee in the 21" Century has been presented by Land Design Innovation. The intermediate and long-range conceptual design plan for the landscaping on Main Street Includes a complete guide to Form-Based Guidelines for the Downtown District. . Business Development Activities: Meeting with businesses who wish to open a business in Immokalee is an on-going activity at the immokalee CRA. The CRA met with 24 separate entities who wanted to open a new business in Immokalee during 2009. For this purpose, a collateral brochure has been developed to quickly inform about Federal, State, County and CRA Incentives available to a business opening In Immokalee; commercial land for lease or for sale In and around the Urban Designated Area; and provide an image of the flavor and potential of the community. . Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC): During 2009, the immokalee CRA proposed a partnership to the Collier County Airport Authority Board to establish a learning laboratory for entrepreneurial enterprises at the Immokalee Regional Airport IMM). The Airport Authority Board agreed to allow the CRA to use available space in their structures, and to provide insurance, maintenance and a receptionist to the new Immokalee Business Development Center. IMM Today . Immokalee Stormwater Master Pan: The Immokalee CRA resurrected the five year old Immokalee Stormwater Master Plan that had been commissioned by South Florida Water Management District (FSWMS) on behalf of Collier County. The Collier County Board of County Commissioners accepted the Stormwater Master Pian as It was presented as a partnership between the Immokalee CRA and the Collier County Stormwater Department. Collier County HHS Grant Application FYlO-ll 12 Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 16 of 89 -'.- Each of the partnership entities committed $200,000 each of their 2010 budgets toward getting the projects listed In the Master Plan "shovel ready". The Immokalee CRA created a Street and Drainage Sub-committee to assist with the implementation of the Stormwater Master Plan and retained the services of Guardian Community Resources, a consulting firm, to locate and write grants toward the implementation of the Stormwater Master Pian. Agency Organizational Information: The Collier Community Board of County Commissioners functions as the Collier County (Immokaiee) Redevelopment Agency Board. As such, the members of the CRA are subject to the various policies and processes of the County, which may not be explicitly directed as policies of the CRA, but which function to govern the BCC and all of its subagents. 4, Agency has annual board orientation 8< training polley? N/ A Yes No 5, Agency has written personnel policies?" (Collier County Policies) Yes X No · Housing & Human Services wlil review Item 5 upon award. 6. Agency has a written operating procedures manual? Yes X No · Housing & Human Services will review item 6 upon award, ,-~, 1. Agency plans to participate in the Continuum of Care Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) process? Yes No N/A X 'If N/A or No please explain briefly: Care for the homeless Is not a CRA function. Housing and Human Services participates In this activity. 8, If currently funded by HHS, has the agency submitted monthly reports and met Its contractual requirements in a timely manner? (Check One) N/ A o Submitted all reports and met all performance objectives. o Submitted most of the required reports on time and met some performance objectives, o Submitted less than half of the required reports on time; have had project delays or unresolved monitoring findings. Agency Financial Information Agency maintains the foliowing records: -- 9. 10. Cash Receipts Journal Cash Disbursements Journal Yes X No Yes X No Collier County HHS Grant Application FYI0-11 13 "'-"~-- --.-" ".,..~--.- Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 17 of 89 11, General ledger Yes X No 12. Charts of Accounts Yes X No 13. Payroll Journal and Individual Payroll Records Yes X No 14. Individual Personnel Files Yes X No 15. Written Procurement Procedures Yes X No 16. Capital Inventory Yes X No 11. Written Travel Policy Yes X No 18. Property Control Policy and Records Yes X No 19. Has the agency submitted a prior year external audit and resolved any audit findings? o Submitted required audits and resolved findings, If any, o Submitted an audit but has unresolved audit findings, N/ A Has not submitted an audit. Audit for FY The eRA Is a Collier County Affiliate. X Agrees to submit audits every year during contract. will be available To the best of my knowledge and belief, data In this proposal are 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 and/ or HOME regulations and/ or state regulations. I grant Collier County access, with notice, to revie gency records, make site vislt(s), and make other inquiries related to this application. Date Signed: I ector Collier Count , I Name/Signature: Penn S. Philll i (Please Print) Title: Execut' - Immokalee ! Collier County HHS Grant Application FYlO-l1 14 m No. 14B ch 9, 2010 e 18 of89 ....~ o Housing Programs o Infrastructure IZI Economic Development o Homebuyer Activities o Energy Efficiency o Public Service Housing programs- Check the activity to be undertaken: o Rehabilitation of Multi Family units o Rehabilitation of Single Family units o Site Improvements Economic Development - Check the activity to be undertaken: IZI Job Creation for low income persons Public Service- Check the activity to be undertaken: o Public Service Infrastructure projects- Check the activity to be undertaken: o Construction of Public Facilities & Improvements Energy Efficiency - Check the activity to be undertaken: o Energy Efficiency Improvements for Affordable Housing Units or Public Facilities - Homebuyer Activities o Down Payment Assistance Collier County HHS Grant Application FYI0-11 15 --.......-- '"%'" - '-'~'--- ------ Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 f 89 Project Name: Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC) Type of Funding Requested: CDBG X HOME Amount of Funding Requested: $ 110,500.00 Total Project Cost: $ 339.625.00 (Total annual operational cost for first vear)~ 1, Provide a brief summary of the proposed activity. Include map if site specific. The Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agency (eRA) seeks start-up and operational funding for two years for the Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC). The IBDC is a joint project between the Collier County CRA and the Collier County Airport Authority Board (eCAA) to utilize existing buildings at the Immokalee Regional Airport (IMM) by establishing a "business development center." This will be accomplished by subdividing a warehouse space into Individual 1,000 sq. ft. bays for separate businesses and one 3,000 sq. ft. office that will serve as central tenant support office. The infrastructure in the Individual units will be upgraded to supply tenants with hlgh- speed Internet and provide ample electricity to support light manufacturing. The CRA and CCAA have researched and arranged for infrastructure financing to be provided through the Rural Business Enterprise Grant (RBEG). (Please see an attached map of the project's location, Attachment A). The business development center Is an economic development tool designed to accelerate the growth and success of entrepreneurial enterprises through an array of business support resources and services. Its primary goal is to assist and educate entrepreneurs, enabling them to leave the business development center running as successful, self-sustaining businesses. The IBDC will feature below-market leasing costs and will be managed by a Business Development/Entrepreneurial specialist who will provide technical support for businesses in the facility. Research has shown that businesses that begin through Incubators have an extremely high success rate (above SO%). Generally speaking, through the business development process, the IBDC seeks 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. More specifically, it is the intent of the Immokalee IBDC 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. The IBOC will create new self-reliant enterprises, aid In their administrative needs, affordable rent, assist with their marketing and outreach, and ultimately piant the seeds for their economic and social development In Immokalee. The impacts of the IBDC will be measurable through the revenue generated by the clients of the IBOC as well as the number of employees at each of their firms. The effects of the IBDC will also be measurable through the tax revenues generated through the firms and their employees. Collier County HHS Grant Application FYlO-ll 16 Agenda Item No. 14B March 9. 2010 Page 20 of 89 -"~. 2. Has work begun on any part of this project? Yes X No If yes, please describe. Local potential entrepreneurs have contacted the Immokalee CRA about the project and letters from Individuals as well as existing businesses wishing to be housed at the IBDC have been collected. Numerous state agencies that provide business support have been contacted and Initial procurement for the IBDC Director has begun. To ensure the success of this new business development center, the Immokalee CRA has reached a tentative agreement with Mr. Tom Scott, the Director of the Southwest Florida Enterprise Center, a very successful business Incubator under the auspices of the City of Ft. Myers CRA, to guide the development of the IBDC on a contractual basis. ThIs wealth of knowledge and experience will assist the new IBDC Director in setting up operations In a smooth and timely manner. At the October 12, 2009 meeting of the Collier County Airport Authority, the Board voted unanimously to support the IBDC project, and to provide space at the IMM, iandscaplng and building maintenance, insurance for the facilities, and receptionist services for small entrepreneurial businesses located In the IBDC. Partnerships and agreements have been formed or are In the process of being arranged with the following agencies: - Collier County Board of county Commissioners (BCe) Collier County Airport Authority Board Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency Collier County School Board -Immokalee Technical Center ( I-TECH) Fort Myers CRA - Southwest Florida Business Enterprise Center Collegiate Partners - Hodges University, Florida Gulf Coast University Southwest Florida Workforce Development Board, Inc. Economic Development Council of Collier County Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council 3. Explain why CDBG/HOME funds are needed for this activity. eDBG funds are needed to help address the problem of unemployment and narrow industry opportunities in Immokalee. The main source of employment opportunities In Immokaiee are generally limited to unskilled agricultural labor, with the number of opportunities adjusting seasonally in accordance with the demand for crop harvesting and processing. Immokalee has been Identified as an important area In need of planning and redevelopment assistance by Collier County through the establishment of the eRA. The effects of the recession have left this low-wage, limited opportunity area In need of job opportunities now more than ever. - The CRA has Identified a unique and proven method to improve the business and economic climate In Immokalee, and has identified the partnerships and resources necessary to make the venture a long-term success. The IBDC is located In a uniquely advantageous cross-section of incentive zones which will allow Its businesses to benefit from their compounding effects (such as Enterprise Zone, South Central Florida Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern, Historically Underutlllzed Business (HUB) Zone and Foreign Trade 20ne). Collier County HHS Grant Application FYI 0-11 t 7 ~, ",--~-,-~<-,.~" -"""""-~-~-"-" .~~_.. Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 21 of 89 The CRA requests CDBG funding to aid In the implementation and operational costs of the IBDC for two years. A majority of funding will be in salary costs for a director of the IBDC who will provide the experience, support and assistance necessary to establish the Center, Implement its training methodologies and lay the foundations for the Center's goais of fiscal sustalnablllty. The CRA's main source of funding Is derived through Tax Increment Financing (TIF), and while these revenues can be used for the costs of the IBDC, the demand for these funds far exceeds their total availability, with much of the demand coming from sources that are not eligible for CDBG or other grant funding sources. The CRA believes using eDBG funding for economic development and Job creation purposes In Immokalee would achieve the HUD National Objectives as well as further the objectives of Colller County. Funds are requested for the current application cycle to launch the IBDe and Its associated programs in an expedient manner. 4, List any MBE/WBE (minority business enterprises/woman business enterprises) or DSE (disadvantaged business enterprises) expected to be utilized in this activity. MBE's and WBE's will be encouraged and targeted In marketing techniques and promotional strategies for training and or/tenancy at the iBDC. 5, Total number of persons to benefit directly from this activity: The total number of beneficiaries will be dependent upon the size and the amount of the firms that are served through the IBDC cannot be completely determined until funding for a director has been secured. Currently, the IBDC expects to Initially serve approximately eight (8) smail-sized firms, each expected to have a workforce of between three (3) to five (5) full- time empioyees each. Of these, a minimum of two (2) positions are expected to be opportunities for persons without relevant training or experience, and are expected to primarily serve the unskllled/LMI populations. Using these estimates, the IS De expects a minimum of sixteen (16) LMI persons to dIrectly benefit from the IBDC with a total of thirty- two (32) beneficiaries. The firms In the IBDC will have many Indirect beneficiaries as capital Is spent In Immokalee and tax revenues are generated for Collier County through the increase in productive space and the firms expand and relocate Into other open market locations In the Immokaiee area. These indirect benefits will be measured as described below. What is the targeted income range for this activity? LMI Persons and Households. (A LMi Household Is defined as having less than SO% of the area median income.) The 2009 Naples-Marco Island MSA Median Income is $lO,SOO therefore it is expected that the income range for households served by the IBDC is less than $56,640. How will applicants/beneficiaries be deemed eligible for this activity? Prior to signing leases/contracts, each individual firm or project will be reviewed for overall viability and potential for success, as well as the ability to serve the desired demographic. Projects that meet the thresholds established by the IBDC will be eligibie to participate in the business incubation process. Businesses will be required to complete a eDSG income eligiblllty form for all applicants to employment In the IBDC business. How will applicants/beneficiaries be income qualified for this activity? Entrv 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 Collier County HHS Grant Application FYIO-ll t 8 . Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 22 of 89 --~ admission and to submit a written Business Plan for review by the IBDC Director. The business plan shall Include the estimated number of employees at the firm, as well as applicable Job descriptions, wages to be paid and qualifications for jobs. After review, the IBDC Director presents prospective clients to the Community Redevelopment (CRA) Advisory Board for final approval for admission. Before admission to the IBDC, applicants must apply for Certificate of Occupancy and an Occupational License at the Collier County Building & 20nlng Department. The CRA Board establishes general lease terms, conditions and rate. The IBDC Director negotiates exact terms and conditions with each cllent(s), Including Immediate and long-term wage and revenue reporting requirements. Any speclai needs of the c1lent(s) will be addressed by the IBDC Director and reviewed by the eRA Board prior to occupancy by the cllent(s). Following submission of the Business Plan, the IBDC Director will review and determine, in conjunction with the individuai(s), an expected date of graduation from the Center. Clients can expect to remain In the Center for a maximum for four (4) years provided they continue to meet the lease terms and conditions. Under no clrcumstal}ces will a tenant be permitted to move in without a business Illan and per-opening conference with the I BDC Director. Tenant Al!Pllcatlon Procedure: All prospective IBDC clients shOUld foliow the following application procedures: ,~,.. Step 1: Applicants completes an admission application to IBDC. Ste,p 2; Applicant submits business plan for review by IBDC Director. Step 3: Applicant applies for Certificate of Occupancy and Occupational License. Step 4: Applicant submits copies of all necessary permlt(s), license(s) certlficate(s) of Insurance, workers compensation, tax returns and other requested documentation to the IBDC Staff. Before a Certificate of Occupancy and/or Occupational License is issued by the Building and Zoning Department, the prospective "lease space" must be In compliance with county building code requirements. In order for an appllcant(s) to begin the necessary work to bring the "lease space" into compliance, a deposit may be required from the clients. IBDC Director will determine the amount ofthe deposit used on a case-by-case basis and prior to any alteration to the "lease space". This deposit must be submitted to the Immokalee CRA. ",- Step ~: IBDC Director review Admission Application and Plans. Step 6: Admission determination Is given to the prospective applicants by the IBDC Director. Step 1: Applicants for entry who are accepted by the IBDC will need to make payment(s) of the first and last month's rental (Includes space rental and state tax). A deposit equal to one month's rental (excluding state tax) Is required at the same time as the first and last month's rent. If any part of these payments were prior to this step, the amount will apply to the outstanding balance as agreed upon by the client and IBDC Director. Collier County HHS Grant Application FYI0-11 19 ._,". . --~---_.".,... Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 23 of 89 SteJ? 8: A lease Is prepared and signed between the appllcant(s) and CRA Chair. Original signed lease Is maintained In IBDC flies. Step 9: Copies of Certificate of Occupancy and/or Business Tax Receipt are given to IBDC staff. Step 10: Client meets with IBDC Director for pre-opening conference then moves Into "lease space" to start business venture. Step 11: Client must file a certificate of Insurance with the IBDC Director within thirty (30) days after lease is signed. 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 will be served on a first-come, first-served basis in accordance with their ability to meet the qualifications described above (potential viability, number of Jobs created, demographic served, and overall economic benefits to the community). 1. What is the need or problem your agency intends to address? Describe the problem using local data & information. The IBDC seeks to address the general problem of a weak economic and business climate In Immokalee, and to address some ofthe barriers to entry for new businesses. Immediate barriers to entry Include technical hurdles such as regulatory costs (such as rezoning) and costs associated with infrastructure for new businesses and the expansion of existing businesses (Including impact fees, and code compliance costs), inflated. commercial lease rates, but aiso include the longer-term social problem of lack of entrepreneurial experience within the community and a lack of technical support to potential entrepreneurs. 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 popuiations based on tourism, and thus, many business opportunities, models, and knowledge exists where there is tourlsm- based population swell. However, the migratory nature of the workforce in immokalee is one where the population does not have a disposable income, rather, aside from spending on essential goods and services, much of the capital raised in Immokalee through agricultural production experiences flight, and thus, service-based enterprises cannot rely on "tourism dollars" for dependable revenue streams, In addition to the problems of steady revenue estimations, Immokalee's post-secondary education rate is very low, with approximately 2.5% of the non-seasonal residents having bachelor's degrees or higher. It Is the intent of the iSDC to address these problems through the Implementation of a business development center where environmental and social conditions can be addressed and overcome through a combination of support, education and business guidance and assistance with lower than commercial market rent. Collier County HHS Grant Application FYIO-ll 20 . Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 24 of 89 -- 2. List your goals/objectives, activities to implement and expected outcomes. (# of units; # of Individuals; etc). The IBDC will offer the following services: On-site management On-site technical assistance services: . Business planning, . Bookkeeping, . licensing, . Bonding, . Collections, . Taxes, . Information technology, . Legal assistance, . Procurement (negotiator to help buyers of equipment, parts, materials and supplies make efficient purchases). Mentoring programs Marketing assistance Business management and presentation training Accounting assistance Networking with other businesses and community officials Reception Phone, Fax, and Copy Support Internet Custodial (Cleaning and maintenance) .'-" 3. Describe the service area/neighborhood and how you will reach out to the target population. The IBDC will be located at the IMM business complex. Aside from the In-kind and logistical advantages gained from partnering with the airport, the IBDC's location allows it to take advantage of the business incentives afforded to the airport, specifically the Foreign Free Trade Zone (which allows for deferment of duties or taKes). Other Incentives available to business In Immokalee Include being In a being In a HUB Zone (which allows for federal contracting priorities), and being part of the designated a Florida Rural Enterprise Zone (which allows for numerous business tax incentives). These incentives will allow the IBDC to attract a wide range of firms in which to serve Immokalee and the County. The CRA has developed an initial marketing plan for reaching out to potential entrepreneurs businesses In the area and for disseminating news and information about the Center and Its activities. The CRA has also retained the services of Steve Hart Communications, a professional marketing firm familiar with the greater Immokalee area to marketthe IBDC. 4. Please describe any antiCipated obstacles you may encounter and how you expect to overcome them? Overcoming the matter of a generally young and limited-education population presents a significant challenge for the IBDC. 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 has entered Into partnerships or talks with the following entities: - Collier County HHS Grant Application FYI0-11 21 --.--"- -'-~'..' .__._.._~..._- ""'-" Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2(}10 Page 25 of 89 Collier County BCC Collier County Airport Authority Board Collier County School Board -Immokalee Technical Center ( I-TECH) Fort Myers CRA - Southwest Florida Business Enterprise Center Collegiate Partners - Hodges University, Florida Gulf Coast University Southwest Florida Workforce Development Board, Inc. Economic Development Council of Collier County Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council An additional challenge anticipated by the CRA Is the availability of start-up and operating capital for businesses wishing to operate In the IBDC. Hodges University has submitted and is continuing to pursue a $91,000 Rural Business Enterprise Grant which would directly contribute to the IBDC entrepreneurial efforts. The scope of work of the requested grant Is as follows: "The requested Rural Business Enterprise Grant (RBEG) would provide funding to Hodges University to establish the Rural Immokalee Business Enterprise Support Program (RIM). RIM's primary objective will be to Improve the economic conditions of the Immokalee Rural Enterprise Zone. Services provided would include, but not be limited to, assistance In deveioplng executable business plans, providing technical assistance, locating funding and grant opportunities, and participation In local community economic development planning to support entrepreneurs and small business owners. The need for this project is to promote business growth, job creation, and provide a proper working environment, economic growth and stimulus for the Immokalee community. Hodges University has the experience and professional staff to make this program a success. This grant opportunity Is a life source to maintain and enhance the working population In Immokalee. It will enable small business owners to develop their businesses here, receive the assistance they need here, hire local talent, and provide useful service to the people in the rurallmmokalee community. Hodges University and the RIM Project shall include but Is not limited to: . RIM shall provide technical assistance to identify state, national and International business opportunities that will use local rural materials and human resources. . RIM shall provide entrepreneurs, managers and small business owners' opportunities to develop business plans and their respective feasibility with current and future market conditions. . RIM shall provide training to entrepreneurs, managers and small business owners on the utlilzation and Interactive communication technologies available to develop state, national and international trade markets. . In today's economy having local access to professional services to work with small businesses In the Immokalee area will be an asset, saving the small business owner time and money. . RIM shall participate in local community economic development planning to support entrepreneurs and small business owners. Collier County HHS Grant Application FYlO-l1 22 Agenda Item No. 14B March 9. 2010 Page 26 of 89 - . RIM shall conduct technical counseling, assistance, and training and planning services to Include seminars and workshops." In addition Hodges Is considering the pursuit of relendlng grants related to the RBEG award. Rural relendlng grants provide entrepreneurs with the funding required to start or expand businesses. The IBDC will also provide an opportunity for work-study students and graduate students to support business development and to learn In the process. There are currently two Hodges work-study students assigned to the Chamber of Commerce In the BDC area as a commitment to the success of the region. A third work-study student Is supporting the Hodges RBEG grant effort which supports the Intent of the BDC. PROJECT DESCRIPTION (please be brief) ,....- The Immokalee CRA Is Implementing a business development center - the "Immokalee Business Development Center" - In partnership with the Collier County Airport Authority Board at the Immokalee Regional Airport. The IBDC business development center is an economic development tool designed to accelerate the growth and success of entrepreneurial enterprises by providing business support resources, services, and technical assistance. Its primary goal Is to assist and educate entrepreneurs, enabling them to leave the business development center running successful, self-sustaining businesses. IMM Today The IBDC will create new self-reliant enterprises, aid in their administrative needs, assist with their marketing and outreach, and ultimately plant the seeds for their economic and social development In Immokalee. This will be accomplished by subdividing a warehouse space Into Individual 1,000 sq. ft. bays for separate businesses and one 3,000 sq. ft. office that will serve as central tenant support office. The infrastructure In the Individual units will be upgraded to supply tenants with high-speed internet and provide ample electricity to support light manufacturing. -- Collier County HHS Grant Application FY10-11 23 H.._._.____, _" ,......._,... ~--- Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 27 of 89 BUDGET: The budget presented below is the estimated annual budget. Line Item CDOG Funds DIRECTOR $75,000.00 RECEPTIONIST $0 INCUBATOR CONSULTANT $0 ADMINSTRA TIVE ASSISTANT $15,000.00 WORK STUDY STUDENTS $0 TRAINING AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE $0 MICROENTERPRISE LOANS $0 MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT $0 TRAVEL - PROFESSIONAL $0 CELLULAR TELEPHONE $1,200,00 ELECTRICITY $0 WATER & SEWER $0 -. RENT BUILDINGS $0 LEASE EQUIPMENT $2,500.00 iNSURANCE GENERAL $0 OFFICE EQUIPMENT RM $2,150.00 DATA PROCESSING EQUIP. $4,500.00 OTHER AOS $1,000.00 -. MARKETING & PROMOTIONS $5,000.00 - OFFICE SUPPLIES GENERAL $750,00 COPYING CHARGES $1,000.00 COMPUTER SOFTWARE $1,500.00 DUES AND MEMBERSHIP 300.00 TOTAL $110,500.00 -,~- Total: 110,500.00 Collier County HHS Grant Application FY10-11 24 Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 28 of 89 .- WORK SCHEDULE: Time frame for completion of the outlined activities shall be: ,..0"_, Complete Inter-local Agreement January 2010 between CCAA and CRA. Attend Annual NBIA meeting Retain Incubator Consultant February 2010 Final selection and contract signed June 2010 with Director Begin Marketing July 2010 Offices furnished Building upgraded as needed August 2010 Tenants Selected Begin Educational programs September 2010 Tenants moved In October 2010 ~ Assessment of educational programs November 2010 Annual Impact data analysis December 2010 Completed Long Range Plan January 2011 Continuation of Marketing, Media . February 2011 Relations for Businesses - Begin tours of IBDC. . Incubator Consultant Analysis Report First assessment of business June 2011 incubation process begins. Program adjustments completed July 2011 Annual impact data analysis December 2011 - Collier County HHS Grant Application FYIO-ll 25 _..._~ _...... "'.,,^-" Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 29 of 89 o OUTCOME PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS: Example PERFORMANCE PERFORMANCE ACTIVITY INDICATORS/NUMBERS OBJECTIVE/OUTCOME MEASURE PROJECTED Sustainabillty for the Number of persons Improvement of Public 1 (Public Facility) purpose of creating a benefiting from the Facility suitable living public facility environment. Please note that if any of these activities exceed the timelines by two months a revised work schedule must be submitted to HHS. PERFORMANCE PERFORMANCE ACTIVITY INDICATORS/NUMBERS OBJECTIVE/OUTCOME MEASURE PROJECTED Business Assistance/Job Number of companies Tenants selected 8 Firms Creation & Economic served by IBDC, Development ~- Business Assistance/Job Number of LMI Spaces occupied by 16 Employees Creation & Economic Households employed at firms Development business development center Business Assistance/Job Average monthly salary Tenants Selected/Spaces Above average wages Creation & Economic paid by tenants Occupied Development .~ Collier County HHS Grant Application FYIO-ll 26 . Agenda Item No. 14B h 9, 2010 30 of 89 ."'- 1. Describe specific steps the organization will take to Impiement the proposed project. (What has been accomplished) '-'~' Project Tasks Start Date End Date Complete Inter-local January 2010 January 2010 Agreement between CCAA and CRA, Retain Incubator Consultant January 2010 February 2010 Final selection and contract May 2010 July 2010 signed with Director Begin Marketing June 2010 July 2010 Offices furnished July 2010 July 2010 Building Upgraded as Needed. June 2010 August 2010 Tenants Selected Tenants moved in August 2010 September 2010 Begin educational programs September 2010 October 2010 Assessment of educational October 2010 November 2010 programs Annual Impact data analysis November December 2010 Completed Long Range Plan December 2010 January 2011 Continuation of Marketing, December 2010 February 2011 Media Relations for Businesses - Begin tours of IBDC. Incubator Consultant Anaiysis January 2011 February 2011 Report First assessment of business May 2011 June 2011 incubation process begins. Program Adjustments compiete Annual impact data analysis November 2011 December 2011 .- Collier County HHS Grant Application FYI0-11 27 -- --",-.'- _______,. _.m ~".__m_ Agenda item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 31 of 89 2. Who will be responsible to carry out these special steps? A business Incubator is much more than a building - It requires a program and someone to direct that program. The CRA will administer the IBDC; the IBDC Director will be responsible for implementation of the lBDC's goals and the day to day operation. The CCAA will play no role In operation of the Incubator. Their position In the partnership Is to provide existing reai estate, currently unused or not fully used, and assist the program by underwriting a portion of the operating costs as a facility rental subsidy, providing building and landscaping maintenance, and Insurance. 3. What are the resources you currently have available to implement this activity? The CRA has TIF funds that It can use for the general support of activities and needs of the IBDC. For logistical support, the CRA has entered Into the agreements with multiple state agencies and various educational and entrepreneurial-based entities. The CRA also receives the collective support of Its Advisory Board, a group of prominent stakeholders In the Immokalee area who share many years of business and regulatory experience. Additional support will be provided through the various Incentive zones designated at the Immokaiee Regional Airport (Foreign Trade Zone, HUB Zone, and Florida Rural Enterprise Zone), Florida's Heartland Rural Economic Development Initiative (FHREDi), as well as the supporttrom the CCAA Board. 4. What projects have your organization completed in the past two years in a timely manner? Be specific. The CRA office and staff has been housed In Immokaiee for the past two years. Grant projects were not undertaken previouslV. Please see CRA accomplishments listed above. 1. Explain how your organization has the capacity to carry out the proposed activity (I.e. Staff qualifications and years of experience related to this type of activity, etc). The Collier County BCC, sitting as the Immokalee CRA, are comprised of five highly qualified 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 exists from the Advisory Board of the CRA, which is made of up 14 highly experienced community members. CRA Oversight: Penny Phillippi serves as Executive Director of the Immokalee CRA. Ms. Phillippi has over 20 years of relevant experience in community affairs and development. She has served in locai government as housing director; as a planner with the Florida Department of Community Affairs, and as a consultant and director of social Investment for a national consulting firm. Collier County HHS Grant Application FYI0-ll 28 Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 32 of 89 .'_'_' 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 grants. Tom Scott, Director of the Southwest Florida Enterprise Center for the City of Ft. Myers CRA, will take a lead role In the initial set up and implementation of the IBDC by working In close coordination with the selected Director. He will also assist the CRA Director in the revIew of applications, interviews and selection of the IBDC Director. Mr. Scott has 10 years experience as an incubator director; 10 years as an Adjunct Professor at the Retail Institute located at Purdue University; and 10 years experience in corporate retail management with national firms. 2. Please Indicate if you have received funding from the following sources in the past five years: The CRA has not received or administered any grants during the two years of its existence. YEAR AMOUNT YEAR AMOUNT YEAR AMOUNT CDBG N/A - HOME N/A CoC/SHP N/A ESG N/A other Federal Funds N/A (please list) State Funds (please N/A list SAIL, etc) 3. Was the previously funded activity successfully completed? Yes If No, please explain: N/A No 4. Provide qualifications of all staff that will be responsible for Implementing the proposed project. If additional staff is to be retained for this project, or if you propose to contract with other organizations, please describe. Attach resumes or additional pages if necessary. A qualified director will be selected to run the IBDC. The director will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the IBOC and will coordinate and provide technical assistance to the tenant firms. To date, the director has not been selected and thus, no more information can be provided about him/her. Resumes are attached as Attachment Bl-B2. Bl. Penny Phillippi, CRA Executive Director B2. Tom Scott, Incubator Consultant 5, Are there other organizations or key individuals who have given support to this project? Please see Attachment Cl-C6 _'r~_ 6. See required Agency/Organizational ExhIbits. Attach as instructed. (Exhibits 1-11 attached) Collier County HHS Grant Application FYIO-ll 29 ->-_._---",,- "'-_.~~._. - --..~.- -.'.- Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 33 of 89 TOTAL PROJECT BUDGET. Year 1 CDBG CRA CCM OTHER TOTAL DIRECTOR 15000.00 15 000.00 RECEPTIONIST 37,125.00 31,125.00 INCUBATOR CONSULTANT 44,000.00 44 000.00 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 15,000.00 15,000.00 WORK STUDY STUDENTS 18 000.00 18,000.00 RBEG - TA 91,000.00 91,000.00 MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT TRAVEL. PROFESSIONAL 5,000.00 5 000.00 CELLULAR TELEPHONE 1,200.00 1.200.00 ELECTRICITY WATER & SEWER RENT BUILDINGS 21,000.00 21,000.00 LEASE EQUIPMENT 2,500.00 2,500.00 INSURANCE GENERAL 2,000.00 2 000,00 OFFICE EQUIPMENT RM 2,150.00 2,150.00 DATA PROCESSING EQUIP. 4,500.00 4,500.00 OTHER ADS 1,000.00 1,000.00 MARKETING & 5,000.00 PROMOTIONS 5,000.00 10,000.00 OFFICE SUPPLIES GENERAL 150.00 150.00 COPYING CHARGES 1,000.00 500.00 COMPUTER SOFTWARE 1 500.00 1,500.00 DUES AND MEMBERSHIP 300.00 300.00 TotalO BraUn Ex enses 110,500.00 54,000.00 60,125.00 115,000.00 339,625.00 Collier County HHS Grant Application FYIO-ll 30 Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 34 of 89 - 1. Have other funding sources been identified and secured? Yes X No . 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. CRA funds have been approved. Airport In-kind funds have been approved. Hodges University Is waiting for final determination for USDA RBEG. The implementation of the IBDC is not wholly contingent upon funding from the CDBG, However, all funds for the CRA have been budgeted for the Fiscal Year 2010. Collier County Airport Authority Board has approved the use of a building, the commitment of a receptionist, and property maintenance and insurance at the Immokalee Airport. 2. Attach award letter and/or letter of Intent for each funding commitment and date of funding availability. Please see Attachment D. - 3. Of the total project cost, what percentage has been, or will be financed with CDBG/HOME? Note: Calculations are made on a per-year basis. Year 1 CDBG/ HOME FundillfLJdlvided by) Total Project Cost = Percenta~ $ 110,000 (divided by) $ 339.125.00 = 32 % ($ 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: $110,000/16 LMI persons = $6,87S per person per year - Year 1 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 seif-sufficlent by developing a long term plan during the first year so that it does not require the continued use of public funds. The plan will include a structured development methodology to produce 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. Collier County HHS Grant Application FYlO.ll 31 ,..__.. .._,. ',,_,m' _'.__'H' , Agenda Item No. 148 March 9, 2010 Page 35 of 89 All applicants are encouraged to provide leverage funds, Leverage will positively impact the application, Leverage must be provided during the term of the agreement. Please note: HOME PROJECTS REQUIRE A 25% MATCH. Please check one or more of the following eligible contributions: [ ] cash contributions [ ] other federal, state or local grants-source: [] private loans [ ] fund-raising monies [X] value of iand or real property (specify who owns the land or real property) The land Is Federal surplus property leased by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners who In turn, lease It to the Collier County Airport Authority who own the structures. [Xl value of in-kind contribution, including donated material or building; and value of lease on a building (staff time is excluded) Building Value: CCAA Buildings - market rate lease = $18 to $21 per square foot Collegiate Partners: Work Student = $18,000.00 USDA Rural Business Enterprise Grant (TA): $97,000.00 1. Does your organization have an established accounting system7 Collier County Clerk of Courts Finance and Accounting YeslL No 2, Attach one copy of the signed annual financial statement for each of the past two years. (Exhibit 8) 1. Provide an evaluation plan that includes specific performance measurements7 Measuring the performance of a business development center is a three-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 ciients. Collier County HHS Grant Application FYlO-l1 32 Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 36 of 89 Because the IBDC is a "start up" development center, the methodology for tracking success will be further developed by the IBDC Executive Director. The specific requirements of the documentation will require the collection of the following data. 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 economic gains. b. Impact data from Its current clients: revenue, employment, investment, etc. c. Impact data from graduates for a minimum of five years: revenue, employment, Investment, etc. In accordance with the guidelines stated by the National Business Incubator Assoclatlon, 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 doliar amount of capital raised by the firms, the dollar amount of grants raised by firms, and the number of firms that are still in business five years after leaving the center. Tax revenue generated by the firms will also be tracked. ,_0__, 2. What strategies will you Implement to collect the data necessary to anaiyze your results? The IBDC will require this data to be submitted as part of the lease agreement it enters Into with participating firms. Status reports will be requested that Include the reporting of total number of jobs created and maintained, the saiaries and job descriptions of all applicable pOSitions, total revenues of firms, and other measures as to be finalized upon the procurement of a director for the Center. Further, the IBDC will seek to gather data to ascertain success from the client's perspective by . regularly gathering feedback from clients about the usefulness and effectiveness of the IBDC's programs. Based on the Information gathered, the Director will eliminate or adjust Ineffective services or add new programs that reflect client requests and changing needs. Client surveys will be created to gather not oniy outcome data, but also client satisfaction data. Questions gauging client satisfaction might cover: Training and mentor programs Space and facility services Networking and social events Efforts to assist firms in obtaining financing Service provider programs iBDC staff performance Clients will be provided the opportunity to rate incubator programs and services as weil as answer open-ended questions via surveys that are easy to understand and do not take an unreasonable amount of time to complete. An example of open-ended questions might include: .- Has this program been helpfui to you? If so, how? How do you think the incubation program could be Improved? Colller County HHS Grant Application FYI 0-11 33 ...-.--..-.,.-.,- Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 37 of 89 Has any staff been particularly helpful or unhelpful? If so, how? The new IBDC will rely heavily on the experience of the Incubator Consultant and the National Business Incubator Association (NBIA) and Its publications such as: Erlewlne, Meredith, Measuring Your Business Incubator's Economic Impact - A Toolkit, NBIA Publications, 2001. Cammarata, Kathleen, Self-Evaluation Workbook for Business Incubators, NBIA Publications, 2003. 3. What impact do you expect to have on your target audience and the community? The IBDC expects to have Immediate positive impacts on the community. First, the realization that a small business could operate with leases at $6.50 per sq. ft. as opposed to $18- $20 per square foot will immediately create a stir in an environment of Inflated rents for commercial and light Industrial properties in the Immokalee communIty. Jobs will be created for LMI persons in the Immokalee area through the recruitment of workers at firms participating In the business development process. The new business will be designated HUBZone business and will be positioned for the many government contracts that will soon become available as the National Guard starts construction at the IMM and requires goods and supplies at the Immokalee site. The IBDC also expects to successfully train successful entrepreneurs (educationally and experientially) so that their firms may then provide long-term economic impacts and benefits for the Immokalee area through the generation of revenue environment. 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. 4. Include any letters of support or evidence of the support and buy in of the community or local partners. See attached. Environmental Issues Check the appropriate item to the best of your knowledQ5!. as it pertains to the proposed octivity. a. Project/property is located on a historical or archeological site. Yes No X b. Project/property is in the 100-year flood plain, Yes No X c. Project/property is In a wetlands area. Yes_ No X d. Project/property is in a coastal barrier area. Yes No X e. Project/property is within a half-mile of an airfield. Yes X No Collier County HHS Grant Application FYI0-11 34 Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 38 of 89 - f. Project/property is near storage or manufacturing facility of industrial products. Yes No X g. project/property Is on or near soli contaminated by diesel/fuel or gasoline. Yes_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. There are no environmental impacts anticipated for this project. For Item E: a. Is the proposed activity expected to impact the environment In any negative manner or pose a hazard or nuisance? Yes No X b. Are any endangered or threatened or listed species located on the proposed project site? Yes_ No X c. Are there any environmental concerns or impediments associated with the proposed activity? If yes, please provide detail. Yes No X d. Is the proposed activity expected to adversely affect the environment? Yes No X - -- e, Project/property Is on a properly zoned site. If not properly zoned, please explain. Yes No X f. Project/property is on or near soil contaminated by diesel/fuel or gasoline. Yes_ NoX - CoJller County HHS Grant Application FYI0-11 35 - ,.--..-. -- . --'~- -- Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 39 of 89 Exhibit 1 501(c)(3) IRS Tax Exemption Letter N/A Agenda Item No. 148 March 9, 2010 Page 40 of 89 Exhibit 2 Articles of Incorporation ,.-.., Resolution No. 2000-83 . aBSOLUTION NO. 2000-'~ 12 C 1 - . RIllIOWl1ON OF TIlS IlOAAO OF CQUNIY COMMlI8'OHERI or COUJII\ COUtm'. ~ Rll\AnHG TO QCll,llRJH1TY IUI~ _NO nil llIl'RO OF COVHlY CO~1I8IIClHIlI8 lQ .. 111. 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Exhibit 3 By-Laws . 1181 BYLAWS OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARDS' OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA . . . . . . . . " . . SBCTION 3. ~. Bach advlso!)' board Is Intended to be t~ primal')' soun:c of community Input to the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency (tho "CRA'!) and to t~ CRA staff. Bach advisory board will consider and make recommendations to the eRA staft' and the CRA concemlns the Redevelopment Plan, amendments to the Redevolopment Plan, tile redevelopment area work program and 118 Implementation and any.redevelopment projects proposed for the atCa of operation of tbe advlBOl)' board, Tho advisory board functions are advisory only. and are to assist with the public Input In tho local redevelopment planning process. More specifically, tbe purpose Ilnd duties of each advisory board shall be Il/l follow'l . . . . ' (a) review the applicable component redevelopment atea'll redevelopment plan and when J1eCOIsary recotnmend to tbe CRA any changes to tbe plan; . (b) make recommendatlons to tbe CRA on plan Implementation, IncludlllB developIng an annual work proBTllm, sellIng project prioritIes, and developing Incenllves to funher the redevelopment effons and cany out and effectuate the PUrpoSOl and provisions of tile Act In tho component , redevelopment area; (c) receive Input from members of tbe public Intcrested In redevelopment of tho component redevelopment area and to report such Infonnatlon to tbe eRA; and . (d). revlow and comment on any redevelopment projects proposed In. tho advIsory board', cornponent~ovelopmentarea. , . . " . . --0 ____ '--,,--~. ,.--" ...., , --~ ( ) .-. .... ~ . ( ) ~. . ) ~- Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 43 of 89 . 11 B1 (g) Ono (1) at large representative who resides or engages In buslneBS, or both, In the BayshorelOateway Triangle Component Redevclopm~nt Area; . . v In order to aSBum a comprehensive llppl'Ollch In the Immokalee community, tbe Jmmokalee Enterprise Zone Development Allency as created by the Bce pursuant to Collier County Ordinance 95-22. as amended, shall bo'the Immokaleo Local "Reilllvelopment Advisory Boord. Thlllmmoblee Local Redevelopmen~.Advlsory Board shall adhem to the provisions of these bylaws. eKcept as otherwise provided by Collier County Ordlnanco 95-22, as amended. . SBCTION? . Applicants must be resIdents and eleetonl of Collier County. ResIdents lrnerested In applying to serve on an advisory board shall submit a letter requesllng sucb appointment and containing a brief resume to tho CRA. GuIdelines for appo1ntlns the membol'B to tho advisory board will be consistent with !hose procedures oullined In BCe Resolution 94-136. . . SBcrJON 8. Ic.on& Except for the Jmmokaloe Local Redevelopl)l8nt Advisory Board. advisory board members shall serve for two (2) year terms. with no more than two reappoIntments pennllted. However, for purposes of staggering reappointments, throe (3) of the initial membel'B will have one (J) year lerms PS follows: Bayshore/Oateway Local Redevelopment Advisory Board- lite Bayshore resident, the Gateway Triangle resident and the at large representllllvo wll1 each setl/e only a one (I) year term for the first )lear of lite advisory board. wllh two (2) YeM terms from then on. The lel1ll8 for tho lmmokalee Local Redevelopment Advl~ory ,Boord will be consistent with the terms sel forth In Collier County.Ordlnance 95-22. as amended. . . . . SECl'10N 9. ~ Vacancies occulTlns on any advisory board shall be publicized, but need not be advertised. In It publication of genetal clroulatlon within the county; and vacancy notices llllI to be posted In the county libraries. the courthouso' and on lhlllntemel. Appointments to flll vacancies on the advisory board shall be flll~ by the CRA Board member of the component redevelopment llnllI. Tho tem of an advisory board member appointed to fill a vllcancy expires at the time tho tom of the original member would have expired, SBCl'ION 10. . It Is the liuent and slrong desire of the CltA that . chore be full allendance of advisory bollrd membel'B at all meetings of lhe advisory board. .recognizing, however, IhaJ It may be necessary for board mcmbel'B to be absent from a meeting due to unusual or emergency clrcunutanCCll. 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 II given fiscal year shall be deemed to have tendered his or her resignation from.the advisory board. The CRA shall, as soon lIS practicable after such resignation. declare the position' Vacant and shall promptly fill the position. The affected advisory board member shall not serve at any meeting after his or her posltlQn Is declared vacant by the CRA. In thll event that any advisory board member Is absent from two consecutive advisory bollrd meetings wlthout.n sntlsfactory excuse acceptable to tho Ildvlsory bourd. '1110 advisory board chalnnan shall state such fact III tile nexl regularly scheduled advisory board meeting and shall thereafter notify. In -writing, the eRA oCtile ndvisory board member's failure to allend without a satisfactory excuse. The CRA shall revlow \110 nolllicatlon at a CRA meeting and shall declare the advisory board membor's position to be vacant If tho CRA concurs that the advisory board member was ubseRt from two 2. . , -'-~-'." - " Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 . Page 44 of 89 . 11111 - , SBCl'ION 8. . If a vacancy exists In any OffiCll, the advisory board shall lll~t a new officer by tho affirmallve voto of a msJorlty of the advisory board members present and voting at a meeting of the advisory board, 10 lllllhe Incomplete tenn of the vacated office. . . ( ).... - ....... SECTION 9. . The advlso!)' board may remove an officer at any limo with or without cause by lhe affirmative vote of a majority cif tl1& advlso!)' board mombers present and voting at a duly constituted meeting of the advisory board. An officer may reslgn.at any time by dellverins nOlice thereof to the advisory board. A reslgnallon Is effective when the notice Is delivered to tho advisory board unless Ihe notice specifies II later effectlvo date and tho advisory board accepts the future offcctlvo datCl,the pondlng vacancy may be filled before the eff~tlve date provided Ihat lho successor does nol talco office untlllhe effecllve dalO, . SBCTrON 1. ~ The advisory board may create, ftom time to time. s\lch subcommittees lUl shall be necesSIll)' or desirable to carry oUI the funcllons, putpOSos, and oldectlvol of lho advisory board.. Any such subcommluees shall be subordinate 10 tile lldvisDry board, shall be assigned a specific PUrpOliO and objective, and shall be given a dato certain to complete 118 !asles. at which thno the subcommltlOll shall be dluolved. unless said date is extended by the aft'lrmadvo vote of a majority of the advisory board members prosent and vOllng at II duly consthuted meedng of tile advisory board. , C) - ~.. SBenON 2. h:Wnllcm The members of such sub9onunllteo shall be elected by the lldvlsory board for such tenn and shall hllve qualifications as the advisory board may deslro~ SBCI'ION 3. lWnWlt Tho advisory board may removo any subcommlttee member with or without c:auso by tho aftlnnallvo vote of a msJorlty of advisory board members presont and voting at any meeting ofthe advisory boaql. SECTION 4. . The subcommlttees shall be subject to tho same parliamentary procedures as tho advisory board and Florida's QDvemmentln the Sunshine Law. . SECTION 1. M.W\Dafl Regular meetings of the advisory board shall be held on'such day, time and place lIS may be dotonnlned by the advisory board, and at a minimum once a month, The purposo of the meetings Is 10 discuss and to then prepare reconunendadons l1nd advice to the CRA on matters brought before the advisory board, SECTION 2, . At all regular or special meetings of an advlso!)' board, a majority of thll membenhlp of Ihe advisory board shall constitute a quorum, Voting shall be by voice unless a member of lhe advisory bDard requests a roll call. The roll shall be In alphabetical order wIth tho flnt name called rOlatlng wIth ClIch mOllon upon which tho vote Is called. 'The ChlII.rman shall always vote last. A record oflhe roll call shall be kept' as plitt of the minules. SECl10N 3." . Special meetings may bo called by the Chalnnault anytime provided lldequal~ notice Is given pursuant to Article ~, Section 4 hereof. The Chalrma,n may also call a special ( jleetlng when requested t~J~ so In w~!ll\i b.y_a.majority of Ihe members. of the advisory board or by II ~ CRA staff member;- The notice of such a meeting shall specifY the purpose of such a meeting and no ."'-' \ ) . .--.,- _._.-,,- - -'-' ... '"_.-~....- ".-- Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 45 of 89 . . . , , , .11I'U"""~'1 ' .. I'" (" .\' '" " t .. I~' ". \ I "....:~t \}.~~~ .~~(J:\~:.. ~ ...... .." \ ' ',' '0, tIW ';'r.,,,,. .. .,)' ...... 'II / -?;DW1G~~'~R~Q~K. SECRETARY . ~'"l I . .... . . .' I~ ..' t I ~ "'j" I' .. oJ 11" . "': . -.. J". . ~A" -....... I ~., I~J:~~' 1,t'''''1i'/}; ~~"f.i,:~;;.l J;",' ~ . OJ' " ;.' 'oi(" , .... 'BY'" " I'" I.." . -;. , . I, ':, "" . \ . . ," ..... .. .. ""'. ~. '. . '... II .' " . ''Attff~J~ .~~t:t.O'" Chll f t'lll1Ul . s ;lPRllturill onl,y. Approved As to Form ~nd Legal Sufficiency . .- . . . ..'1181 . , I . . Community Redevelopment . . .. . . . . I . I . . ~ . . PASSED AND CBRTlFED AS TO PASSAGE by the Collier County .... ...- Agency tlds ;17Atday of '1~OOl. . . . . .. '. . COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF COLLlBR COUNTY, FLORIDA '. , t:&; . BY: PAMELA s. MAC'Km, CHA . . . . . , "-- I . : . HeidI Ashton . Asslslant County Attorney and eRA Legal Counsel . . . , l.- . . . . . . . . - ---"' ... "., . ---.... .-... - . . . . . . . . . . I . . , II>- . . . . . Exhibit 4 Organizational Chart Agenda Item No. 14B March 9. 2010 Page 46 of 89 - Immol(alee Business Development Center Organizational Chart '-, .--_.,'-.-...',.""",;""....,..,',.,'.-~_..,."'..~,.,,.,,',""",,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,".,-,.,-'-"-~. '.',,'., !;-Cj",-"-x~';'l'''''''I,:,':E.:':;:'i;'''<a''''''''R.:;'''''i<,:,,,,'~r~,:,:,\:r;t"~";';';:"~'&"~'-3?",~~,.f""O'''''''':'''' "" "lit" "'Wl""~' ". -" . '.' .... '---O!M' ' '0: ,:; .,.." -~ - - "."., ,I [.,....... 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'\,,,,, 11$< " ='''''''._''''' <i~':',';,<':i,'~:,';,',.",1,.'....,""""'1.\"'~:,~"';'~,r.',~;l,.b,,\-~~W0i'i;;;:t"i?!'!;:'~;t '.,:~~,,/k:::':i>~',i<"";':;~;;f;_~H~::i,i"~~,.;t\~~i,',':;;~~;1,!,~-:;*~':~S;;f;1lX~,(~'.i.',;>,:.. -" "'- -_.....- -.---.'^>, - ." -.-'- --..--.,--".--- -- u Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 47 of 89 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 2009 Chairman Donna Fiala District 1 Frank Halas District 2 Tom Hennin!:l District 3 Fred W. Covle District 4 2009 Vice Chairman IMMOKALEE CRAcoII1erCoonlycommunlly Redevelopment Agency . Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 48 of 89 - Exhibit 6 State of Florida Certificate of Good Standing N/A .-- -- .- " - .-.-.------.....- Exhibit 7 Board Resolution authorizing submittal of grant application "- -. --... - .-- Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 49 of 89 ..h _ . RESOLUTION NO. 2009- . A RESOLUTION OF 'tHE COLLIER COUNTY COMMUNITY . " REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CRA) ADVISORY COMMI'ITEE AlJ:I'IIORIZlNG THE SUBMITTAL OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE COLLIER COUNTY HOUSING ANDllUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT FOR A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBO) UNDER THE HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP (HOME) PROGRAM. ." WHEREAS, on. March 14, 2000; the Board of County Commissioners (Board) adopted .Resolution No. 2000-82, whioh established the Innnokalee CRA AdvIsory Committee; and WHEREAS, on March 14,2000, theBoarq adopted Resolution No. 2000-83 creating. the Community Redevelopment Agency of Collier County, Florida (CRA); and WHEREAS, on June 13,2000, the Uoard adopted Ordinance No.. 2000'42 establishing . the RedevelopmenfTrust Fund which appropriated "incremental tax revenues" for eOinmunity redevelopment purposes; and WHEREAS, on JilUe 13, 2000, the Board approved Resolution No. 2000-18 I adopting'a Community Redevelopmerlt Plan for the "Community Redevelopment Area," which included the Immokalee Community Redevelopment Area; and WHEREAS, the eRA Advisory Committee desiL'es to respond to the CbBG/HOME RequeSt for Proposal to seek grant funding. to support the development of the proposed Itmnokalee Business Development Center at the hlunokalee Airport. . , . It 1}{- THIS RESOLUTION ADOPTED after motion, second. and majority vote this day of ])M-f/1-t fl~2009. l)~ge I of I ".,,". Agenda Item No. 14B Iii h 9, 2010 p e 50 of 89 . .. .. .. " ., ..-.... ... -. .-. n.', __._... , - t I ...- ~ - .. . ::r j -. .,. -. r--- r..... ... co !is: (-.... ......... ~ <il " '" " ... ::!I " III " . lp " -, III - III S- a I It , 3 . . '" . a a a' a .."ooao........ - ..- lrr---' a:.. . . nr~ ! ; I .. " .' " <>-0'" .. .1--'- .. fll :n . ' . " , ~ -" Q, .,1 . I Iff I ~jl - . . " iii ~ . - " I .' .. .. .~':' ,0.. .. '" "'.... co <> ..0...... ' !l . ~I .~ . 0 . . , . -- - .. a.. DO.. ao", go... ~ ", ~ . "; ., '. " .a a . - -.-..,., ..- --- .. _ <>._.. .... 0<> <> .......0.. <:> UI . . . ~Ii I n I . . . . . . . , , 1- ---- ------'1 . , . , I , '. . , , . I . I I ! "~-- . I , . I , . ....1-- . .~- - . I . , I . . I I ~'.l. , I; . , -<- , r I , j , . . I --.. Jl .. P'" I" .niBA._.~u i ~ . 1 i . , I -'- .. ........ '" "'..0...... J._.-.................... .. 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Hi.! j j . , ,----- . --........... -------j- 00 ,D , , pp 'p ~~--iL . ~ n~ Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 52 of 89 Exhibit 9 Acknowledgement of Religious Organization Requirements _. , AcknowledRement of RellRious OrRanizatlon Requirements In accordance with the First Amendment of the United States Constitution "church/state principles," Community Development Block Grant CDBG/HOME assistance may not, as a general rule, be provided to primarily religious entities for any secular or religious activities. Therefore, the following restrictions and limitations apply to any provider which represents that It Is, or may be deemed to be, a religious or denominational Institution or an organization operated for religious purposes which Is supervised or controlled by or operates in connection with a religious or denominational Institution or organization. A religious entity that applies for and Is awarded CDBG/HOME funds for public service activities must agree to the following: 1. It will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of religion and will not limit employment or give preference to persons on the basis of religion. 2. It will not discriminate against any person applying for such public services on the basis of religion and will not limit such services or give preference to persons on the basis of religion. 3. It will provide no religious Instruction or counseling, conduct no religious worship or services, engage In no religious proselytizing, and exert no other religious influence In the provision of such public services. -- 4. The portion of a facility used to provide public services assisted In whole or In part under this agreement shall contain no sectarian or religious symbols or decorations; and S. The funds received under this agreement shall be use to construct, rehabilitate or restore any facility, which Is owned by the provider and In which the public services are to be provided. However, minor repairs may be made If such repairs are directly related to the public services located In a structure used exclusively for non-religious purposes and constitute In dollar terms, only a minor portion of the CDBG/HOME expenditure for the public services. I hereby acknowledge that I have read the specific requirements contained In this attachment and that eligibility of my organlzatl ~roJect dep~.,.-: : upon ~om~lIance with the requirements co talned In this agreement. Signature: Date: ;<00 t Printed name and >>1' e - Notary sworn to (or affirmed) and subscribed before me this b~~'C\.l\.':1 l>"t~\,'~ Identification) state type of Identification P{. dt :3 , day ofbec<~ ,2009 .who Is (personally known) or (produced 'Pr. Li'c-. . Signature of Notary Public Print Name r ,- 0... .~ '-- ._~^ State of Florida County of Collier """t'<t. f~. '"",,:1 Nollli'y Publlo SI.I. of Florid. (s Marla F Rodriguez My CommIssion 00629981 Expires 01/16/2011 p) Collier County HHS Grant Application FYI0-ll 21 ....__.~- .._- -----.-."., Agenda Item No. 14B March 9,2010 Page 53 of 89 Exhibit 10 Debarment letter 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 regardiess of the dollar amount are required to sign a debarment certification form. Neither Collier County Housing and Human 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 Federai 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 16, 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. 1. Collier County Housing and Human Services may rely upon a certification by a non-profit/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 HHS Grant Application FYl 0-11 23 Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 54 of 89 <~~- CERTIFICATION REGARDING DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION, INELIGIBILITY AND VOLUNTARY EXCLUSION AGREEMENTS/SUB-AGREEMENTS Exhibit 10 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, 1981 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 and Human Services by any federal department or agency. (2) Where the prospective non-profit/contractor is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification, such prospectIve non-profit/contractor shall attach an explanation to this certification. - Signature "\ Date December 31, 2009 Penny PhIIllQPi, Executive Director Name and Title of Authorized Individual (Print or type) Collier County Communlt:y Redevelopment Agency - Immokalee Name of Organization ,-'~ Collier County HHS Grant Application FYI0-11 24 --_.'~ Exhibit 11 Procurement Policy Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 55 of 89 . ~ PURCHASING POLICY OF COLLIER COUNTY (, ~TABLlSHMENT OF PURCljASItl2..POLlC'( Ordinance No. 87-25 provides for the adoption of a Purchasing Polley. C.ollier County Resolution No. 91-435 establishes the following Purchasing Policy. II. PURCH821NG DEEARTMENT RESPONSIBiLITIES . A. The Purchasing Department shall be responsible for: 1, S Maxi u V ue: Act to procure for the County the highest quality commodities, and contractual services at least expense to the County. 2. Encouraging compelitiQn: 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 flIe In the office of the Purchasing Department. 4, u chasin Ana s's: 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 assoclalions having natlonai recognition, and by private business and organizations. 5. purc~ Manua!: Prescribe and maintain a standard Purchasing Manual for all using agencies. The content of said manual will be govemed by this Policy. . 6, form~: Prescribe and maintain such forms as shall be found reasonably necessary to the operation of this Policy. 1, Ve dor Cerl' 'ca 0 : Document that vendors doing business with the County have acknowiedged their understanding and acceptance of the terms and conditions of the County's Purchasing Polley and have agreed to'abide by those terms. . 8. fullk Purchases: Exploit the possibilities of buying "In bulk" so as to take full advantag-e of discount. 9. Vendors' Cataio!:l~: 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. :rax EXEllllPtions.: Act so as to procure for the County tax exemptions to which It Is entitled, 11, Coo~ration.: Cooperate with using agencies so as to secure for the County the maximum efficiency In budgeting and accounting. '" 1 .. ".-, ." -,_'0..,,, "___'_,', Agenda Item No. 14B March 9. 2010 Page 56 of 89 -'-. 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. EQIDi1AL COMPEI!IIVE TI::lBESHOLQ (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. ExeIUQ.!iQn]or Sln9le Source Commoditiel\: Purchases of ccmmodltles 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 properly perform the Intended function(s); .M 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 3 ..., , 0"'0___ '''.'''__...'__'_ "-~''"~---~'--'- _______m__ Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 57 of 89 sent to the vendors/contractors on the Collier County Purchasing Department vendor database shall be limited to commod~les 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 .DeposlJ2: 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 shatl 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. ~: 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 avallabie on the e-procurement web site and that all prospective bidders who have downloaded specifications are notified of the addendum prior to opening of bids. B. Procedure for Bldl\: . 1 , Se~d Bldl\: 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, ~: Bids shall be opened publicly at the lime and place stated In the public notices and shall be witnessed and certified by the Purchasing Department. 3. Jg~ulatioQ: A tabulation of ali 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 iow tie bids, the award process shall first be subject to Section 287.087, F.S. In the event that all of the tied bidders compiy with Section 281.087, 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. 5 -- - -,", ,.. ~,_.._' Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 58 of 89 VII. PROCUREMENT OEERQEESSIONAL 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 VUl). . 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 sclentnic advisors. 5. Financial Services. bond counsel, rating and undelWrltlng, 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 VlI.B.2 wlll be procured in a manner consistent with Section 281.055, F.S., known as "The Consultant's 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 as nt c cts: A grouping of minor professional service (including construction Inspection services) assignments. 2. Eill:ed term conlracts,: Countywide agreements for various and miscellaneous minor professional services (including construction Inspection services) on an as needed basis. 3. General PJofessiolllll Service.!>: 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 vaiue" basis where qualifications and price are considered. Each solicitation shall include at minimum a description of work to 7 '".."_.~~---..~'. ,. ~ " ' -,~,_.,,,,- Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 59 of 89 is asked to propose a commodity(s) or servlce(s) to meet the needs of the Cou nty. 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. 81-25. 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 tho respondents. Each RFP pertaining to the award of a deslgnlbuild contract(s) shall be subject to the requirements of Section 281.055 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 iaw and shall not require formal solicitation or announcement unless deemed necessary by the Purchasing Director. IX. PROCUREMEN:r OF DESIGN/BUILD CONlRACTS 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 281,055, F.S. and the procedures set forth In this section. B. Upon completion of the Design Criteria Package, procurements of Design/Build services shail be processed In a manner consistent with Section VIII 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 9 . Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 60 of 89 . ,-,- 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 list of these enterprises. 4, Disseminate Information regarding competitive opportunities with the County In order to allow qualified small businesses and OBEs, MBEs and WBEs to participate in the County's procurement process. O. Coni wit able: 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. frocedure to ProvldlLEreference to Local Byslnesses In County Contractli. 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 Locai 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 falls to submit sufficient documentation with their bidlproposal 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 - ,"',..._,= __ 0' _.~_._ ~---- Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 61 of 89 consideration as a "local business" under this section. In no event shall the amount of the preference accorded other 109al government firms exceed the amount of preference that such local government extends to Collier County firms competing for Its contracts. (6) PUlView and administration of this polley. 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 iocal 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 potlcy, It wlli expire at that time, XII. PAYME;NT OF INVOICEl:\ 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., otherwise 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 XII.A 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 " " , Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 62 of 89 -- 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 subsequentto 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 detenmine the circumstances under which a purchase order (and all documents included by reference) shall serve as the contract document. B, Co tr c a: Every procurement of services shall be administered by the using egency (requesting department), C. Cont ct ha es: 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 eppllcable 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(les). 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 othelWise provided for in this policy. The Board shall have broad authority, within the limits of the law, to evaluate end 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. Coll1ract Extension: Extenslon{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 extenslon{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 Director without Board action. E. C tr c en a : 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 "'-""~",_-'-""' _.._..-,- .._.--._~."- Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 63 of 89 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 formai processes for each of the instruments referenced in this Article XV, and that are in ali 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 Con!ractors. Velli!2rs and Consulta~ Pnor to the execution of a formal contract subject to this policy, the Purchasing Department shali 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 solicllation documents, In accordance with Section 218.135 (8), F.S., the Purchasing Director shall establish procedures to reduce to 5% the amount of retalnage withheld from each subsequent progress payment Issued to a contractcr 'Nhere 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 retalnage shall be SUbject to the following: 1, That the term "cumulative retalnage" Is defined to mean "the dollar total of the funds retained from ali payments issued under the contract divided by the gross dollar total of ali monthly pay requests (or Ihe 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 Contracto(s appropriate representative and that the letter affirmatively states that the Contractor has parformed the contract work in a satisfactory manner. 3, That the cumulallve retalnage not be adjusted until at least 50% of the work has been completed and payment has been issued. 4. That the Purchasing Directo(s letier expressly sets forth the percentage of . cumulative retalnage 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 retalnage 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 ,........,. Agenda Item No. 14B March 9. 2010 Page 64 of 89 -.. Purchasing Director, in consultation with the contract manager (and other appropriate County staff), shaU have the authority to address aU such protests received under subsection B and to determine whether postponement of the bid opening or proposai 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 ofthe 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 tha 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 uniess 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 shell have the discretion to appoint an Independent hearing officer to ..- 19 Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 65 of 89 A. In e tion Usin e c: 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. ~: The Director shall have the authority to require chemical and physical tests of samples submitted with bids and sam pies 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. SUBP.LUS COMMODITIES AND TANGIBLE I:ERSOI'jAL I:>ROPERTY 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, SlilJe: The Director shall have aulhority 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 epproved 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. Donl!!19n~ Operating departments under the purview of the Board of County Commissioners shall be authortzed 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. Qij;position 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 eppropriate 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 wiil 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 polley, a purchaSing card Is a 21 Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 66 of 89 ."- XXVI. BEEJ:AL...EBlQlLilliD CONFLICTIN~ All resolutions and policies or parts of resolutions and policies, In conflict herewith, are hereby repealed. XXVII. EFFECTIVE DATE An official copy of this Policy shall be flied In the office of the Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners immediately after enactment and this Policy shall take effect at that time. .,'- XXVII1. cot;ELlC1QEJNJERESl 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, entitles and employees shall comply with the requirements of Part 85, Section 36{b)(3) ofthe Housing and Urban Development Code. XXIX, PEBA~:r AND SUS1"ENSIOI':! The Board shall grant authority to County staff to suspend andlor debar vendors, contractors, consultants and other Interested and affected persons from active participation In obtaining County contracts. The purpose of any such action shali 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 perfonmance evaluation processes authorized elsewhere In this policy. A. pefioJ!iQo of~s: For the purposes of this section, the following terms have been defined as follows: 1. Affiliate refers to associated business entitles 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. Contraotormeans 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, wllh the County as an agent, surety, representative or subcontractor of anofher contraotor. c. For the purposes of this section, the terms "vendor" and "consullanf' shall have the same meaning as "contracto(' and the tenm "sub consultant" shall have the same meaning as the tenm "subcontracto('. 4. Convlotlon 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 10 contendere. ~~~ 23 - -~---".~'^- " --,",,-- . Agenda Item No. 148 March 9, 2010 Page 67 of 89 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 last three years under the provisions of this section, h. Violation of the ethical standards set forth under applicable state or county laws. i. Debarment of the contractor by another publlc agency. j. Any other cause deemed to be so serious and compelling as to materially affect the quallficatlons 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 seltlng 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 flies a timely and complete response to the complaint and the debarment acllon is based upon a convicllon, 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 referencad In the complaint, the contrector'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 deberment decision with the PGS Director. The appeal will be forwarded to and considered by the County Maneger (or his designee), who will review the debarment record complied by the Inillaling 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 compleint 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 generelly 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 commlllee, provided that this member is not a direct or 25 Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 68 of 89 . - 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: 1. 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 souroe 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 ot 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(les) 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. Debanment 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 perfonmed in a satisfactory manner to date under the open contract(s) unless otherwise directed by the PGS Director. ._-. 27 ..~~ Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 Page 69 of 89 N/A In accordance with the First Amendment of the United States Constitution "church/state principles," Community Development Block Grant CDBG/HOME assistance may not, as a general rule, be provided to primarily religious entities for any secular or religious activities. Therefore, the following restrictions and limitations apply to any provider which represents that It Is, or may be deemed to be, a religious or denominational Institution or an organization operated for religious purposes which Is supervised or controlled by or operates In connection with a religious or denominational Institution or organization, A religious entity that applies for and is awarded CDBG/HOME funds for public service activities must agree to the following: 1. It will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of religion and will not limit employment or give preference to persons on the basis of religion. 2. It will not discriminate against any person applying for such public services on the basis of religion and will not limit such services or give preference to persons on the basis of religion. 3. It will provide no religious Instruction or counseling, conduct no religious worship or services, engage in no religious proselytizing, and exert no other religious Influence in the provision of such public services. 4. The portion of a facility used to provide public services assisted in whole or in part under this agreement shall contain no sectarian or religious symbols or decorations; and 5. 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 dlrectiy related to the public services located In a structure used exclusively for non-religious purposes and constitute In dollar terms, only a minor portion of the CDBG/HOME expenditure for the publiC services. I hereby acknowledge that I have read the speclflc requirements contained In this attachment and that eligibility of my organization's project depends upon compliance with the requirements contained In this agreement. Signature: Printed name and title Oate: Notary Sworn to (or affirmed) and subscribed before me this day of ,2009 by identification) state type of Identification who Is (personally known) or (produced Signature of Notary Public Print Name State of Florida County of Collier (stamp) Agenda Item No. 14B March 9, 2010 ~ ATTACHMENT 81 Staff Qualifications Agenda Item No. 148 March 9, 2010 Page 73 of 89 Penny Phillippi 310 Alachua Street Immokalee, FL 34]42 239.252,2310 ** E-mail: PennyPhilligpi@Colliergov.net PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE December 2007 - Present Executive Director, Collier County Redevelopment Agency (CRA) - Immokalee The Director ofthe 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 Pallnership (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 I1movation Category for the $5 million Community Workforce Housing illnovation 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 hO~lsing development and community building for governmental, non-profit and for profit sponsors. As principal lead for HOPE VI Community Development and Agenda Item No. 148 March 9, 2010 Page 74 of 89 ,...~, 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 (HOD) Best Practices 2000 Award. Contracts included: 1. State of Florida, Depallment 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 Community 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 teclmical 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 InventOlY of Publicly Owned 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 fi'om local governments for compliance with local and state Comprehensive Plans. Audited Housing Element pOllions oflocal government Comprehensive Plans and maintained an informational database. I1nplementation of workshops, public speaking engagements, and training and technical assistance tlu'oughout Florida for the myriad of state housing programs. Community Assistance Consultant, DCA. Negotiated, managed, and monitored Weatherization Assistance Program (W AP) and FloridaFix contractual agreements between the state and local governments and non-profits such as Conul1unity 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 fimds, and pallnership development. -- July 1989 - July 1990 Weatherization Specialist and FloridaFix Coordinator, Central Florida ConUllunity Action Agency (a Florida non-profit). Developed, marketed and implemented the pilot retrofit F10ridaFix Program. Marketed the program to churches, civic organizations, and local govemments 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 W AP and FloridaFix to three of Florida's rural counties. Agenda Item No. 148 March 9, 2010 Page 75 of 89 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 Heatlland 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 Cons011ia 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. I (I), Penny Jessel h!Jp:llwww.nps.gov/history/archeology/cg/vollnuml/voices.htm Disaster: Hurricane Andrew and the Miccosukee published in Anthropologists and Indians in the Nell'South. Rachel Bonney and Anthony Paredes, editors (University of Alabama Press, 2001), "A Disaster", Penny Jesse\. This book received the prestigious honor of "Academic Title ofthe Year for 2002" h1!p :llwww.llapress.un.edll/Catalog/Prod uctSearch,aspx ?search= Ant hropol ogists+and+ Indial1s+i n+the+New+South ATTACHMENT 82 Staff Qualifications Agenda Item No. 148 March 9. 2010 Page 76 of 89 .~" Thomas W. Scott P.O. Box 14 Alva, Florida 33920 239 728 9949 tnknfla@embarqmail.com Career Experience Director, Southwest Florida Enterprise Center 2001 - present City of Fort Myers, Florida ,-'- . Manage municipally owned business incubator housing16 light industrial and service businesses. . Provide property management services for facility - lease negotiation; capital investment planning; client/tenant communication; etc. . Coordinate technical assistance offerings for tenants. Develop continuing education offerings to provide tenants opportunities to develop business management skills. . Report directly to City Council. . Directly represent business incubator goals to government, community, and civic groups through writing and speaking. . Initiated long-term master plan for development of the incubator facility to include significant infrastructure upgrades and construction of new buildings appropriate to entrepreneurial businesses and delivery of technical assistance training. A feasibility study of the proposed expansion was completed. As a result, a grant application for a Public Works Impact Grant was prepared and submitted to the U.S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration. The grant of $1.5 million was awarded in April 2006 and matched by the City of Fort Myers. Construction of a 40,000 square foot light industrial business incubation facility was completed in July 2008. Director, Retail Institute 1991-1993,1995-2001 Adjunct Professor, 1991 - 1993, 1995 - 2001 Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana . Consulted with Purdue University clients from the business community on issues of human resources, sales performance, marketing, strategic planning, finance, promotion, location criteria, media management, customer satisfaction analysis, and public image enhancement. ..'-- . Instructed undergraduate courses in entrepreneurship, customer relationship management, and strategic planning. . Developed and expanded university relationships with companies in industry. . Enhanced internship and permanent placement opportunities for students. 1 Agenda Item No. 148 March 9, 2010 Page 77 of 89 Consulting 1991 - present . Provide consultation on sales, marketing, strategic planning, and human resource issues to clients involved in agriculture, travel and leisure, real estate, broadcasting, retailing, manufacturing, and the professions. Chairman, Alva Fire Control and Rescue District Board of Commissioners . Elected in November 2006 general election. . Elected Chairman in December, 2006. Member, Lee County/Fort Myers Enterprise Zone Board . Appointed by Fort Myers City Council, 2005. Member, Technical Advisory Committee/Lee County Metropolitan Planning Organization. . Appointed by Lee County Board of County Commissioners, January 2005. Member, Lee County Disaster Advisory Council . Appointed by Lee County Board of County Commissioners, 2004. Member, Board of Directors, Healthy Start Coalition of Southwest Florida Education BA, The Ohio State University MBA, California Coast University 3 SOUTHWEST flORIDA ORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD, INC. Agenda Item No. 148 March 9, 2010 Page 79 of 89 9530 Marketplace Road, Suite 104 Fort Myers, Florida 33912 Phone: 239-225-25r' Fax: 239-225-25~ Toll Free: 1-866-992-8463 TIY: 711 Attachment C1 - Key Supporters BRIAN SETTLE, President - JOE PATERNO, Executive Director December 24, 2009 Collier County Housing and Human Services Department Marcie Krumbine, Director of Housing and Human Services Re: Letter of support The Southwest Florida Workforce LJevelopment Board supports the lmmokalee Community Redevelopment Area seeking start-up and operational funding for two years for the Immokalee Business Development Center (BDC). The BDC is a joint project between the Collier County (Immokalee) Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and the Immokalee Regional Airport (IRA) to transform an existing 13,000 square-foot building at the Immokalee Airport into a "business incubator." As a regional workforce board with a full-service Career and Service Center located in Immokalee we looking forward to providing employment opportunities and bringing training dollars to local businesses. We are ready and willing to partner with the Immokalee Community Redevelopment Area and the Immokalee Business Development Center by offering a variety of employment and training resources to the lmmokalee Business Development Center. Having a functioning incubator within the Immokalee Community would be a valued asset in the creation of high skilledl high wage jobs and would be a great fit into the Southwest Florida Workforce Development Board's mission and vision statements. As an organization we fully support the joint venture by the IRA and the CRA to create the Immokalee Business Development Center; as an individual I am also willing to commit time and effort to ensure the success of the project. Sincerely, 9()Wvt-~ ? 1{J~tt James I. Wall Business Development Director Member: ATTACHMENT C2- Key Supporters Agenda Item No. 148 March 9, 2010 Page 80 of 89 -- -T. 1=4'r 1 .6-J= .4 Im.mokalee Technical Center OFFICE OF THE PRINCIPAL 614 SOUTH 5TH STREET IMMOKALEE, FL 34142 (239) 377-9900 FAX (239) 377-9901 LOCAL 658-7080 December 22, 2009 Collier County Housing and Human Services Department Marcie Krumbine, Director of Housing and Human Services Re: Letter of support .~~, We understand that the Immokalee Community Redevelopment Area is seeking start-up and operational funding for two years for the Immokalee Business Development Center (BDC). The BDC is a joint project between the Collier County (Immokalee) Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and the Immokalee Regional Airport (IRA) to transform an existing 13,000 square-foot building at the Immokalee Airport into a "business incubator." 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. Along with that, we partner with the Florida Small Business Development Center and are a host site for entrepreneurism training providing year round classes and workshops. Having a functioning incubator this close to our school is a "win, winl" Many of our students will graduate with the specific goal of creating their own business, We will train them in career specific skills and they can incubate their own business upon graduation. We fully support the joint venture by the IRA and the CRA to create the Immokalee Business Development Center at the airport and will eagerly partner in any way possible to enhance the. employment opportunities and business growth in our community. v \ (li-- . Dol' n Ox nder, 'incipal lo,.,lrkl k~ L~., if "(,".-~.1 ~ o"('d1lerQp.~ COLLIER COUNTY CHARACTER EOUCATlON TRAITS Citizenship Cooperatfon Honesty Kindness Patriotism Perseverance Respect Responsibility Self. Control Tolerance THE. COLl.IER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM IS AN EQU,\L ACCESS I EQUAL OPPURTUNlTY INSIRUCTlO~ FOR EDUC,\TION ANI) F.MI'LOYMI!NT. .. '~-_. -_._.,--- - "-.,-,.~ . Agenda Item No. 148 March 9, 2010 Page 81 of 89 ATTACHMENT C3 - Key Supporters RE:L1A8LE: I POWER EQUIPMENT I A~d_M,'" Reliable Power Equipment 5182 Milano St Ave Maria, FL 34142 www.ReliablePwrEQ[lt.com Sales@ReliablePwrEqpt.com (239) 216-7062 Ms. Penny S. Phillippi Executive Director Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agency 310 Alachua St Immokalee, FL 34142 01 September, 2009 Re: Business Incubator at Immokalee Airport Penny, Thank you for meeting with me today to discuss the establishment of my new business in the Immokalee area. I appreciate the time spent by you and your associates to advise me of the incentives to locate a new business in immokalee. To summarize, this will be a new power equipment dealership, with some affiliation to a Fort Myers golf cart dealer. My focus is primarily business-to-business sales of off-road utility vehicles, generators, pumps, and other gas and diesel powered equipment. The market for' these products ranges from growers and ranchers to landscaping, golf courses, and iocal government and law enforcement. I expect to service the counties of Collier, Lee, Glades, Charlotte, and Hendry, Initially, the business will resemble a mobile sales office with service and inventory support from the affiliate in Fort Myers. Upon successful validation of the business model, I expect to invest in a hard location within the market area. This location will have a showroom, office, inventory, and service shop. Staffing would consist of additional new hires, likely; a mechanic, and an office manager. I am very interested in the benefits that a business incubator space and support could provide for my new business. Please notify me as soon as the incubator is ready to distribute applications. Sincerely, Don B. Imbus, Principal . Agenda Item No. 148 March 9, 2010 Page 82 of 89 ATTACHMENT C4- Key Supporters . - 1. Aug 04 2009 . \. I , IMMOKALEE CRA Penny Philippi . . I 1 Dear Penny: , , I Little Caesars Pizza was founded in suburban Detroit. Since 1959, Little Caesars pizza has grown to become one of the world's largest carry-out chain providing convenient, delicious, high quality products at a great low price. We have strong national brand recognition and plan to expand into untapped markets across the country. The chain consists of both company-owned and franchised locations in the United States and 21 markets outside of the U.S. , I \ . L I , . Velez Henao lnc dba Little Caesar Pizza is an enthusiastic franchisee established in Collier County at the end of the year 2007, Our leadership and team work will focus on the commercialization The Best Pizza in the South West Florida Region, and one of the most important LITTLE CAESARS'S Franchisee. We will distribute a product of excellent quality without forgetting our Company's Roots, Our Customers and Employees. Velez Henao Inc, has projected to open one to two 2 stores per year, and we believe that the City of lmmokalee, will be a great location for the expansion of our business. Little Caesars Immokalee is expecting to hire thirty five to forty five employees starting at engineering phase going to architectural, contractors and then the crew members when we open for business. Once we open the doors and had settle down and' depending on the volume of the business we end up keeping at least fifteen to twenty employees year round. . . I j Agenda Item No. 148 March 9, 2010 Page 83 of 89 , i I , I In order to develop the store in lmmokalee we are thinking that we might need to lease some office and storage space in the area expecting to have a reasonable rate per square foot. We are expecting to start working with the engineer and architects not later than August 15th 2009 and getting everything in place to submit Collier County permitting division no later than September 15th, at that point we are planning to have all the contractors ready for the project, it usually takes five to six weeks to finish a Little Caesars Store once the permit is out from the County. I , , , I I I I I We believe that Little Caesars Pizza is going to be a positive feature for the City of Immokalee, not only is going to bring jobs to the city helping employees to support their families, but it also it could be use as a role model for other small business that have looked at Immokalee for the expansion of their business resulting in bringing more jobs to the city and keeping the economy moving forward, and very important, our project will help with the idea of beatifying such an important city for Collier County. I 1 I I ! I We look forward to participating in helping the community as much as we can. I I Sincerely, . Luis Velez Velez Henao Inc Idba Litlle Caesars Pizza I I I I . Agenda Item No. 148 March 9, 2010 Page 84 of 89 ATTACHMENT C5- Key Supporters ."-, From: CraIn Associates [mallto:craln.assoclates@gmall.com] Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2009 8:45 AM To: MuckelBradley ec: john broad head SUbject: Re: Immokalee Business Incubator Letter Crain Associates, Inc., as a sel'lce disabled veteran owned business, would be interested in renting space in the Business Development Center proposed at the Immokalee AirpOl'l. We ltave already started a government contracting and supply business and are ill need of warehousing and office space, preferably in R HUB Zone. We would be in need of space in the very near futme and would expect to employ up to 10 warehOllSe workers, a supervisor, a sales person and all accountant. Please keep us Informed of when and if the applioation process may take place. . Mark S. Crain - . . ., -- .. ... -~.,-._" ,~_o_~ . -_._. . Agenda Item No. 148 March 9, 2010 Page 85 of 89 ATTACHMENT C6- Key Supporters .. . Goodhind's Delights P.O. Box Immokalee, FlorIda 34142 Immokalee eRA 310 Alachua St. Immokalee, Fl 34243 August 1, 2009 Dear Ms, Phillippi, I am very Interested In expanding my business of making gourmet relishes. I am currently looking for commerdal grade kitchen equipment that can be certified by FlorIda Department of Agriculture and a facility large enough to acconimodate myself and at least six other persons, I am very excited about the possibility of a business development center at the Immokalee airport. I know I will need assistance If I am going to take this business to the next level, As YOll know, the eRA has my wholehearted support, SIncerely, Pam Brown , . , . . , , ~'f A'RPO~ # ~..,~ COLLIER COUNTY AIRPORT AUTHORITY ~ 2005 Mainsail Drive Ste. 1 ~ Naples, FL 34114-8955 .... (239) 642-7878 ~ Fax (239) 394-3515 Agenda Item No. 148 March 9, 2010 Page 87 of 89 ATTACHMENT D o ~ www.cotlieraviation.com December 28, 2009 Ms. Marcie Krumbine, Director Collier County Housing and Human Services 330 I E Tamianli Trail Building H, Suite 21 ] Naples, FL 3411 Re: Immokalee Business Development Center CDBGIHOME nmds Dear Ms. Krumbine, As a pmlner in the ImIl10kalee Business Development Center project, the Collier County Airpoll Authority (Authority) fully supports this project and is committed to its success. Because of the IBDC's potential impact on the long-term economic growth and job creation in lmmokalee, the Authority voted unanimously, at its October 12, 2009 meeting, to SUPPOll this project, and to provide space at the Immokalee Regional Airport, landscaping maintenance, insurance for the facilities, and receptionist services for small entrepreneurial businesses located in the IBDC, Sincerely, Qeiv-&;v(jj~l(jc1-Vyr7a,// Debbie Brueggeman Interim Director o Maroolslar.dExeculiveAlrport 2005 MalnsailOrivaSte.1 Naple.s,FL 34114.8955 (239)394.3355 {239/642".5427Fax D Immokalee RegiMal Aifpoirt 16SAipa.ri<Boulevard Immdla\:le, Fl34142 (239)657.9003 (239}657.9191 Fax o EverglaclesAlrpaJl.: P.O.80x800 650E.C.AilpaJl.:Aoad EvergladesCrty.Fl34139 (239) 6~2na (239) B95'~8 Fax ATTACHMENT D Agenda Item No. 148 March 9.2010 Page 88 of 89 - ~'( AIRPOt9. ~~ ~.f~ COLLIER COUNTY AIRPORT AUTHORITY .!li ~ 2005 Mainsail Drive Ste. 1 3 ~ Naples, FL 34114-8955 o ... (239) 642-7878 ~ ~ Fax (239)394-3515 WNN.colliera~iat1on.com December 28, 2009 Ms. Marcie Krumbine, Director Collier Co\mty Housing and Human Services 3301 E Tamiami Trail Building H, Suite 211 Naplcs, PI, 3411 Re: lmmokalee Business Development Center CDBG/HOME funds .-- Dear Ms. Krumbine, As a partner in the Immokalee Business Development Center project, the Collier County Airport Authority <Authority) fully supports this project and is committed to its success. Because of the IBDC's potential impact on the long-term economic growth and job creation in Inunokalee, the Authority voted unanimously, at its October 12,2009 meeting, to suppOll this project, and to provide space at the Immokalee Regional Airport, landscaping maintenance, insurance for the facilities, and receptionist services for small entrepreneurial businesses located in the IBDC, . Sincerely, Qd..Ab;V(f)~'1f(/~a-r1 Debbie Brueggeman Interim Director --. D Mareols!aI'\dEx9ClllIveAilpott 200S....<alrisailO'iveSte.l Naples. FL 34\14.8955 (Z39)394.3J55 (239) 642-5427 Fax D ImmokalooRegklnalAirpoirt 165AirpatltBo\llaviml Immokalee,FL34142 (239)6S7-9(X)3 (239)657-9191 Fax o E\'GrgladesAlrpark P.O.Box889 650 E.C. Airpalk Road EverglaoosCity,n 34\39 (239)695-2na (239)695.3S58Fax ---+---- "~._-,,-'- .-,_.- r - --.--- 12/26/2069 12:56 2393943515 CCAA Agenda Item No. 148 March 9, 2010 Paqe 89 of 89 PAGE a6/06 Exhibit 10 Match/Leverage Award Letters/Evidence of Funding Availability ~.. AJllPo. . 11i 2006 Mainsail Drive $fe. 1 3 I Naples, F/.., 34.114-8955 c:;J .... (239) 642-7878 t:J ~ Fax (239) 394-3515 mWf.(.'Q'6erevh1tk1n,eom ,- h -.," ... . _.w. . . - .- ...-...-- Ji'j~ Decembet 28, 2009 Ms. Marcie Ktumbllle, Director Colller Cotlnty HO\lSing and Human Services 3301 Il. TCl1111al11\ Trall Btlil\lll1g H, Suit" 211 Naples, ]11. 3411 Re: Imllloknlcc Bu~illes8 Development Center CDBG/HOME fund~ . DOBl' Ms, Knlm!;>ine, As a pal"tnlll' in the Immokalee Bush1<lSA Development Center project, the Collier COll11ty AltpOll Authority (Authority) fully supports this project and Is committed to its stlccess. Because of the !BDC's potcntlll1 impact on the long-term economic growth and job orcotion in Immokalee, the Authority voted 11I1aohnously, at it~ October 12, 2009 n\eeting, to support this pl'oJect, a\}d to Jlrovlde space at the lromokalee Regioual Allport, landseaphlg l.lUtintenallce, insurance for the faoilities, and tec<1ptionlst services fol' slnall entrepreneurial husiMsses located hI the IBJJC. Sincerely, ()t..t!~~ur!i.oA/lcf'/'-'?'rl<-z.r1 Debbie Bl'll<1ggcIIIU\{'"' Interim Director . o M~COll'M::1Er.9';lf},"'N.pol1. 2CQS.J,(,n...ntOI~,.o&B.1 Nnpln;,Fl.~4ffof-OOs.5 1~~!l}3~'~ lil~)1Jol2-$'l'.7Flu OloVlY..\!l~ft!lgbrlalft~ 16SA'/PMt&l.~1d lfr4'T'<f.(\lX\FLMIO (Wll'!'17o!lCOO (2~)6.5Hl(llfllX o ~,...,""N... P.O.eoxS89 K~~o.~AO';Ir,l fi\~~.FI.~l~ {ml&~..?,1'8 tm)C4103~sa~mc