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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Recommendation to approve the application by Animal Specialty Hospital of Florida, LLC for the
Job Creation Investment Program
OBJECTIVE: That the Board of County Commissioners approves the application by Animal Specialty
Hospital of Florida, LLC for the Job Creation Investment Program.
CONSIDERATIONS: The Economic Incentive Programs, established by Collier County, are intended
to:
(1) Provide performance -based programs offering financial relief for eligible targeted
industry development or expansion projects in Collier County to mitigate the effects of
rising development costs;
(2) Provide for the economic well being of Collier County residents by providing high -
wage employment opportunities in Collier County;
(3) Lessen the seasonal cycle of Collier County's economy; and
(4) Encourage investment opportunities for new or existing companies thus increasing and
diversifying the county's tax base.
Collier County, in cooperation with the Economic Development Council (EDC), currently offers six local
incentive programs. These programs are Fee Payment Assistance, Property Tax Stimulus, Job Creation
Investment, Advanced Broadband Infrastructure Investment, Job Retention Investment and the Fast Track
Regulatory Process Program. In order to qualify to participate in the programs, a new or expanding
business must meet specified criteria related to the type of industry proposed, number of jobs created and
the average wage of the new jobs.
Each of the individual programs were adopted by the Board and are codified in Chapter 49 of the Collier
County Code of Laws and Ordinances. The current Fast Track Regulatory Process Program was adopted
by the Board on January 24, 2006, via Resolution No. 2006 -12.
On October 4, 2010, the EDC submitted an application on behalf of Animal Specialty Hospital of Florida,
LLC to be considered for the Job Creation Investment Program.
As provided in the Incentive Application, "Specialty (referral) veterinary care is an emerging market that
has paralleled similar trends in the development of the human specialty /subspecialty medical care
market. "
Animal Specialty Hospital of Florida and the companies operating under the umbrella corporation will
provide emergency services as follows:
• Outpatient emergency services
• Impatient /critical case management
• Advanced life support
• Emergency surgery
• Management of specialists' cases after hours
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• Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Advanced Imaging
• Physical Rehabilitation
• Critical Care
• Internal Medicine
• Orthopedic Surgery
• Soft Tissue Surgery
Further, the veterinary hospital "will be state of the art in terms of diagnostic capabilities and availability
of advanced care ... it will have a Pet Imaging Center, including digital x -ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, CT
and superconducting /high -field MRI. The closest imaging center of its kind is located at the University of
Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in Gainesville."
The resumes of the three veterinarian partners are included in the incentive application package. The
doctors have published several peer- reviewed articles in internationally known veterinary and human
journals, provided seminars /presentations on local, national and international levels and have received
numerous professional accolades.
The hospital has also partnered with a successful Naples entrepreneur, Mr. LeNoir Zaiser, to engineer
orthopedic implants for animals. In 2004, Mr. Zaiser founded the human implant company, Structure
Medical. Dr. Havig (veterinary orthopedic surgeon) plans to work with Mr. Zaiser on his new
entrepreneurial endeavor.
The company is requesting to participate in the Job Creation Investment Program. Based on the proposal
to occupy existing tenant space in the Market Center project adjacent to C.R. 951 /Collier Blvd, the
Program requires the creation of 15 new jobs at 115% of the current private sector average wage, which
equals $45,178. The company proposes to create 28 jobs at an average wage of $55,000. Therefore, the
company exceeds both the job creation and wage criteria. In addition to the wages, the company offers a
benefits package with an average annual value of $5,113 (per job) which includes health, dental and
vision insurance. In addition to the $5,113 in benefits, the company also offers vacation/sick leave,
401(k) and pet insurance.
The company has also requested to participate in the Fast Track Regulatory Process Program for the
required improvements to their tenant space. The company qualifies for the program and has been
administratively approved for participation by the EDC and Growth Management Division (Planning and
Regulation), as provided in Resolution 2006 -12.
The local Economic Incentive Programs are performance based. The participating companies must meet
specific requirements including jobs created, wage criteria, etc., in order to maintain eligibility to receive
funds.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Job Creation Investment Program: The applicant is eligible for $2,000 per newly created job,
for a total of'$56,000, to be paid over three years after the jobs are in place. The jobs are proposed
to be created in three phases, with all jobs estimated to be in place by September 30, 2013. Job
Creation payments will be paid in the fiscal year following the date the newly created jobs are
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verified to be in place. Due to the phased implementation of the new jobs, the following proposed
schedule, by fiscal year, displays when the Job Creation payments would occur (assuming that all
jobs are created and validated):
Fiscal Year
Potential Amount of
Basis of Payment
2013
Payment
Commitments —
FY 2012
$14,666
First Payment Phase I — 22 jobs
FY 2013
$16,667
Second Payment Phase I — 22 jobs
First Payment Phase II — 3 jobs
FY 2014
$18,667
Third Payment Phase I — 22 jobs
Second Payment Phase II — 3 jobs
First Payment Phase III — 3'obs
FY 2015
$4,000
Third Payment Phase II — 3 jobs
$59,753
$68,797
Second Payment Phase III — 3 jobs
FY 2016
$2,000
Third Payment Phase III — 3 jobs
Total
$56,000
28 jobs
The following chart provides the current commitments per fiscal year for approved applicants related to
the local Economic Incentive Programs and the funding request from Animal Specialty Hospital of
Florida, LLC. Included on this chart is the incentive request by ValueCentric, LLC which is also on the
Board agenda for consideration.
Fiscal Year
2011
2012
2013
2014 -2020
Commitments —
$192,250
$110,007
$122,966
$ TBD
applicants with
approved/pending
agreements
Commitments-
N/A — budget
$59,753
$68,797
$276,245
applicants
covers only
approved but still
executed
require approved
agreements
and executed
agreements
ValueCentric
$0
$10,250
$13,583
$24,917
request
Animal
$0
$14,666
$16,667
$24,667
Specialty
Hospital request
TOTAL
$1929250
$1949676
$222,013
$3259829
The dollar amounts under both of the "Commitments" rows above are subject to change after FY 2011
based on any new agreements that are executed between approved program applicants and Collier
County. Therefore, after an agreement is executed the associated dollar amounts of the potential incentive
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awards would be removed from the "Commitments" row for "approved applicants that require approved
and executed agreements" and added to the "Commitments" row for "applicants with approved
agreements" for each applicable future fiscal year. Likewise, any future approvals for companies to
participate in the local incentive programs would have the associated incentive dollar value added to the
"Commitments" row for "approved applicants that require approved and executed agreements" until such
time that the status changes.
Funding for the local economic incentive programs is provided by the General Fund (001). As stated
above, the current FY 2011 budget only provides funding for those applicants with executed agreements
or agreements pending approval. All of the financial information related to the local incentive programs
is reviewed annually as part of the budget preparation in order to accurately provide a recommended
funding level for the programs.
The Impact Fee Administration Section of the Growth Management Division, in coordination with the
staff from the EDC, is responsible for job verification as well as monitoring program compliance.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: This request is consistent with Objective 3 of the Economic
Element of the Collier County Growth Management Plan which states: "Collier County will support
programs which are designed to promote and encourage the recruitment of new industry as well as the
expansion and retention of existing industries in order to diversify the County's economic base."
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item is legally sufficient for Board action. -JAK
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of County Commissioners approves the application by Animal
Specialty Hospital of Florida, LLC for the Job Creation Investment Program.
Prepared by: Amy Patterson, Impact Fee and Economic Development Manager
Growth Management Division — Planning and Regulation
Attachments: 1) Incentive Application
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COLLIER COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Item Number: 16A11
Item Summary: Recommendation to approve the application by Animal Specialty Hospital of Florida, LLC for the
Job Creation Investment Program.
Meeting Date: 10/26/2010 9:00:00 AM
Prepared By
Amy Patterson Manager - Impact Fees & EDC Date
Community Development &
Business Management &Budget Office 10115/2010 9:47:47 AM
Environmental Services
Approved By
Nick Casalanguida Director -Transportation Planning Date
Transportation Division Transportation Planning 1011512010 10:36 AM
Approved By
Judy Puig Operations Analyst Date
Community Development & Community Development &
10115/201011:05 AM
Environmental Services Environmental Services
Approved By
Norm E. Feder, AICP Administrator - Transportation Date
Transportation Division Transportation Administration 1011512010 2:50 PM
Approved By
David Jackson
Executive Director, CRA
Date
10115/2010 3:06 PM
Approved By
Jeff Klatzkow
County Attorney
Date
10/18/2010 10:24 AM
Approved By
OMB Coordinator
Date
County Manager's Office
Office of Management & Budget
10118/2010 12:53 PM
Approved By
Susan Usher Management/Budget Analyst, Senior Date
Office of Management &
Budget Office of Management &Budget 10118/2010 9:24 PM
Approved By
Mark Isackson Management/Budget Analyst, Senior Date
Office of Management &
Budget Office of Management &Budget 1011912010 8:29 AM
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Economic Stimulus Program Recommendation Form
for
Animal Specialty- Hospital of Florida
Name of Business
1. Economic Stimulus Programs:
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Broadband infrastructure Investment
X
Fast Track Permitting
['I
Fee Payment Assistance
X
Job Creation
E- I
Property Tax Stimulus
❑
Local Match for OTI
2. Collier County location:
F-1 Western Collier Got inty - west of 951 X Eastern Golliet 0(..qmtY - east of 95 ,,
[] Irnmokalee Enterprise Community/ Enterprise Zone 1 -1 Everglades City Enterprise Zone
3. Project qualifications:
Number of current Collier County employees, 0 Avg. Wage: $— - 0
Number of new jobs resulting from project: 28 _ Avg. Wage: $ 55,000
Total retained and new jobs: 28 _ Avg. Wage: $ 55,000
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4. Schedule of incentive funds requested (by Collier County fiscal year
October- September):
5.
FY
FY
FY
FY
FY
Total
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
Job Creation
Phase 1
$14,666
$14,667
$14,667
$44,000
Phase II
$2,000
$2,000
$2,000
$6,000
Phase 111
$2,000
$2,000
$2,000
$6,000
Total
$14,666
$16,667
$18,667
$4,000
$2,000
$56,000
Economic Impact Multipliers:
NAILS Code: 541940 & 541710
SIC Code:
Earnings Multiplier: 1.49
Employment Multiplier: 1.369
Economic Development Council of Collier County Recommendation
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Prepared by: _
(Print filarne)
(Signature)
Approved:
Tammle`Nemecek, President
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GENERAL PROJECT
OVERVIEW
Animal Specialty Hospital of Florida
Name of Business
Veterinary Referral Hospital
Project Title or Code Name (1 -5 word description)
FOR EDC USE ONLY
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Date Received Dane Revised
EDC Project Number
Date Completed V
Contact the Economic Development Council of Collier C()ranty to discuss your project and
applic alion before submitting a formal proposal. The completed and signed application musl be
filed with'
Growing Great k6as
3050 North Horseshoe Drive, Suite 120
Naples, FL 34104
Phone: 239 -263 -8989
Fax: 239- 263 -5021
www.eN-opiosFioiida.com
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GENERAL PROJECT OVERVIEW
A. Name of Business Unit: Animal Specialty Hosnital of Flnricin
B. Mailing Address: 2183 Snook Dr.
Street Address — —
Naples FL 34102
C. Name of Parent Company: Animal Specialty Center of Florida, 'LLC
D. Primary Business Unit Contact: Eric Carnes
Title: Practice Manager
Mailing Address: 2183 Snook Dr.
Street Address
FL 34102
Telephone: 954- 734 -0022 Fax:
Email: Egc32001 @gmail.com Website:
E. Business Unit's Federal Employer Identification Number:
N/A
N/A
27- 3258569
F. Business Unit's Unemployment Compensation Number:
G. Business Unit's Florida Sales Tax Registration Number:
H. Collier County Business Tax Receipt Number:
I. Is the business unit minority owned?
Yes x No If yes, explain: 50% owned by women
J. What is the business unit's tax year (ex. Jan 1 lo Dec 31): Jan 1 to Dec 31
A. Which of the following best describes this business unit:
X New business unit to Florida
X New business unit to Collier County
Existing Colliei County biisir►ess creating and / car retaining jabs
If an expansion, how many jobs are currently in the expanding business unit" N /A.
B. How many individuals are employed at all Florida Locations? 0
C. How many individuals are employed at all Collier County -- _
locations? C1
D. Are any jobs being transferred from other Florida locations? -
Yes No x It yes, ttow many jabs and from where?
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GENERAL PROJECT OVERVIEW
E. Give a full description of this project, including the primary business activities
functions:
Introduction & Overview
Specially (referral) veterinary care is an emerging market that has paralleled similar trends in the
development of the human specialty /subspecialty medical care market. While 20 -30 years ago
most pets received virtually all of their medical care through a primary care provider, the general
public now expects "specialists ", with a focus on a particular discipline such as orthopedic surgery,
internal medicine, critical care, or neurology, to manage the complex medical and surgical needs of
their pets. In providing these services, specialized veterinary medicine has become the standard of
care for pets in the United States. Veterinary specialists can market and offer these services only
after intensive post (D.V.M.) graduate specialty - specific training, examination, and certification by a
recognized specialty college. In 2009, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
recognized 20 veterinary specialty colleges. While these represent a broad range of disciplines,
The American College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), The American College of Veterinary internal
Medicine ((ACVIM) which includes the subspecialty neurology, among other subspecialties), and
the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care (ACVECC) represent some of the
most important regarding clinical veterinary practice. There are relatively few Board Certified
Specialists in each respective field, creating a high demand for specialized expertise and service.
For example, in 2009 there were 1,279, 1,022, and 293 world -wide members of the RCVS, the
ACVIM, and the ACVECC respectively. Furthermore, there are only 160 neurologists in the United
States. In contrast, there are approximately 93,047 practicing veterinarians in the United States.
Collectively, veterinary general practitioners and specialists provide health care for an estimated 72
million dogs and 81 million cats in the United States.
Specialty veterinary services were initially provided by university and large training institutions,
however, since the mid 1980's, market preference has gradually shifted from a "university /training
based" model to a smaller, more personal, private practice model. These private practices are able —
to combine an equal or higher level of care with a superior level of service to what is offered through
a university practice and often at a more convenient location. This shift has been realized largely
through the evolution and continued development of the human animal bond between owners and
pets, resulting in widespread demand for a high level of medical care for pets, and ultimately,
increased revenue for providers of specialty veterinary care. Increased revenue has allowed for the
acquisition of expensive, new medical technology in smaller private practice specialty clinics. The
inherent inefficiencies of a university based medical practice, as well as owners' perception of a
having their pet treated at a "training" facility, has led to the emergence of private practice veterinary
specialty centers and clinics equipped with the most advanced diagnostic and therapeutic
equipment.
Animal Specialty Hospital of Florida (herein, "ASH, LLC ") will be the premier emergency center toi
all emergency (ER) cases and specialty referrals in the local community and Southwest Florida,
respectively. The ER will be a part of a larger group of specialty doctors operating within the same
hospital building and will be co -owned by the specialists within the hospital. It will be staffed by
emergency doctors at night and on weekends and will be supported by a board - certified neurologist.
surgeon and criticalist/internist 2417 for emergencies and consultations A beard- certif ied radiologist
will be available on a consultation basis for radiographic interpretation of imaging studies.
Florida Veterinary Neurology and Imaging Center, LLC (herein, "FVNIC, LLC "), operating under the
umbrella corporation ASH, LLC, will be the premier referral center for all neurology /neurosurgical
cases, advanced outpatient imaging and neurological rehabilitation for the entire Florida Gulf Coast
region. A board- certified neurologist/neurosurgeon will see appointments Monday- Friday and be
available 24/7 for neurosurgical emergencies and consultations. The availability of an in -house
superconducting high -field MRI and a helical CT scanner coupled with a board - certified
neurologist/neurosurgeon allows for state -of- the -art diagnostic imaging and treatment capabilities
unparalleled in the entire Florida Gulf Coast region.
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GENERAL PROJECT OVERVIEW
AOSC/ ACCIM, LLC, operating under the umbrella corporation ASH, LLC, will serve as the premier
referral center for veterinary surgery, orthopedic rehabilitation, critical care, and internal medicine in
Collier County and Southwest Florida. A board - certified surgeon and a board - certified crfticalist/
internist will see appointments Monday- Friday and be available 24/7 for emergencies and
consultations.
FVNIC, LLC and AOSC /ACCIM, LLC will be a part of a larger specialty referral and emergency
hospital called Animal Specialty Hospital of Florida. There are numerous advantages of operating
within a large referral hospital including: stronger brand recognition among the referring
veterinarians, a feeder for case referrals from both the ER and other specialists and the benefit of
shared expenses for overhead.
Market Analysis
There are no board - certified veterinary neurologists /neurosurgeon or board - certified veterinary
criticalists, as well as no other imaging centers in the southwest (SW) Florida region (Collier, Lee,
Hendry, Glades and Charlotte counties). The nearest neurologist/neurosurgeon and imaging center
is 100 miles and 290 miles away, respectively. There are two additional board - certified surgeons
practicing within the area, however neither surgeon has the training to perform minimally invasive
surgery (laparoscopy, thoracoscopy and arthroscopy) that our surgeon has. The emergency center
will be one of only two emergency hospitals in Collier county and the only one that has specialist
support. The nearly 200 veterinarians in the SW Florida region coupled with an affluent and rapidly
growing general population should provide for a positive referral environment and supply a
substantial caseload to our ER service and our specialist.
Services Provided
The following services will be provided at night and on the weekends /holidays:
• Outpatient emergency services
• Inpatient/critical case management
• Advanced life supporl
• Emergency surgery
• Management of specialists' cases after hours
Specialty services will be provided on a referral -only basis-
Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Advanced Imaging
• Physical Rehabilitation
• Critical Care
• Internal Medicine
• Orthopedic Surgery
• Soft Tissue Surgery
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F. What is the project's Targeted Industry(ies)
G.
Veterinary Services
Break down the project's mar
function s end the corresponding wa
es:
Business Unit Aces
NAICS Code /SIC
Project
Function
Annualized
:eon
Code
Total= 1000/6)
Wage (}
Veterina Services - Inte
541940/741
45
55,000
Veterina Services -Sur
541940/742
45
55,000
Medical Implant Development
541710
10
55,000
H. What is the project's proposed location address:
10130 Market St.
Street Address
FL 34112
— ware Tip Code
What is the project's current location address (if different):
2183 Snook Dr.
Street Address
FI_ 34102
L Is the project location within a current or proposed Brownfield site /area?
Yes ❑ No x If yes, attach a copy of the official document designating the Brownfield area.
Is the project location in an Enterprise Zone?
Yes ❑ No x If yes, which zone?
J. Which of the following describes the applicant's operations (select all that apply):
❑ Multi -state business enterprise
❑ Multinational business enterprise
x Florida business enterprise
K. Which of the following describes this business unit (select all that apply):
❑ Regional headquarters office
❑ National headquarters office
❑ international headquarters office
x This is not a dedicated headquarters office
L. What is the estimated percentage of gross receipts or final sales resulting from this
project that will be made outside of Florida (if sales is not a reasonable measure. use another
basis for measure and provide explanation below):
0% Explain. 0 necessary: N/A
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GENERAL PROJECT OVERVIEW
3. JOB AND WAGE OVERVIEW
A. How many jobs are expected to be created as part of this project?
B. If an existing business unit, how many jobs are expected to be retained
as part of this project? (jobs in jeopardy of leaving Collier County should only be
included here; these jobs are not eligible for QTl)
C. What is the annualized average wage for existing Collier County
employees indicated in 3b?
28
N/A
N/A
D. What is the anticipated annualized average wage (excluding benefits) of
the new to Collier County jobs created as part of this project? (Cash
payments to the employees such as performance bonuses and overtime should be
included.) $55,000
E. What is the annualized average value of benefits associated with each
new job created as part of this project? $5,113
F. What benefits are included in this value? (health insurance, 401(k) contributions, vacation and
sick leave, etc.) Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (other benefits include vacation /sick
leave, 401(k) and pet insurance but are not included in above figure (section E)).
CAPITAL 4. OVERVIEW
A. Describe the capital investment in real and personal property (Examples: construction of
new facility; remodeling of facility; upgrading, replacing, or buying new equipment. Do not include the
value of land purchased for construction of a new building):
835,000 in equipment and 320,500 in T/I
B. Will this facility be:
X Leased space with renovations or build out
❑ Land purchase and construction of a new building
❑ Purchase of existing building(s) with renovations
Addition to existing building(s) (already owned)
❑ Other (please describe in 4A. above)
C. List the anticipated amount and type of major capital investment to be made by the
applicant in connection with this project: (attach separate schedule if investment will be made
aver more than three years)
_ Y
Year 1 Y
Year 2 Y
Year 3
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D. What is the estimated square footage of the new or expanded
facility? 7200 sf.
E. When is the final location decision anticipated (date)? 9/30/10
F. What is the anticipated date construction will begin? 11/15/10
G. What is the anticipated date operations will commence? 1/1/11
COMPETITIVE D , .
A. What role will the incentive(s) play in the business unit's decision to expand,
or remain in Collier County?
The incentives will impact how quickly our business can open (based on permitting and
licensing- related issues). Consideration will also be given to job creation incentives
offered by the county.
B. What other cities, states, or countries are being considered for this project?
Lee County, FL (Ft. Myers, Cape Coral and Estero)
C. What advantages or incentives offered by these locations do you consider important
in your decision? --
- Collier Couniv Incentives;
t Fast- -track permitting: Our goal is to open orur business during the busy season aC
Southwest Florida. The Faster we get cnir permitting. the sooner we can begin
constructing our leasehold improvements, the sooner we can open icrr business.
« Ir,b Creation Investment Program: Provides cash incenlive of $20Q) per new .fob.
This cash would he re- im,estt;d in the company for the provision of thy: creation ai
new, jobs or for capital equilmieni purchases.
i.c°c ('aunty Incentives.
• l.ec County loll Opparturr i%1 111( )01a1l): rinwldeti ul) t+1 S'S M 0 /jrrf; financ lid
reimhursement.
• Florida Qualified 'F Industries i.aa Refund Program 1.o(vl Meath I &C
('aunty provide :,s an additimiaf 201'i 11WICh (11'q1.1alifiCti Aatc reitrtbtrrsenrent frrr
c ligible john.
-Ca1)c Coral incentives i in addiiion to Lc:r. County ince-ntives);
• C' ash Incentive Program Provides `{r750 cash incentive for each new eniplovee
hired.
D. Indicate any additional internal or external competitive issues impacting this
project's location decision?
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�?t�rer factors impacting our decision on i ere To locate our new business are based on
geographics, availability of workforce, local support of business model and financial
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incentives. As stated above, we are also considering locating our business in Lee County.
Since our clienVpatient base will be from the five county area of Southwest Florida (Lee,
Collier, Hendry, Glades and Charlotte), Lee County is situated more centrally and has a
higher overall population then Collier County. In contrast, however, the per capita income
in Collier County is higher than the other four counties. This is important since Referral
Veterinary Medicine is generally based on available discretionary income since pet
insurance is not yet mainstream. Furthermore, the cost of real estate and owner /landlord
based incentives are more competitive in Lee County, however the appeal of Collier
County's cohesive community is compelling.
Availability of workforce will also be a consideration; the median age of veterinary support
staff is 31 years. Since Lee County is generally considered to have a younger population
than Collier County that may impact the ease in which we can hire new employees.
Throughout the implementation phase of our new business, it will be important to have
strong local government/community support, as well as financial incentives to bolster our
growth. Both Lee County and Collier County have Economic Development Councils which
offer hiring -based incentives. Cape Coral offers cash incentives in addition to those
offered by the County and State of Florida (outlined above).
6. ECONOMIC AND CORPORATE RESPONSi
A. Provide a brief synopsis of the special'impacts the project Is expected to stimulate
in the community, the state, and the regional economy. Include the impact on indicators
such as unemployment rate, poverty rate, and per capita income. (1000 words or more)'add sheets
if necessary
There are no board - certified veterinary neurologists /neurosurgeon or board- certified veterinary
criticalists, as well as no other imaging centers in the southwest (SW) Florida region (Collier, Lee,
Hendry, Glades and Charlotte counties). The nearest neurologist /neurosurgeon and imaging
center is 100 miles and 290 miles away, respectively. There are two additional board- certified
surgeons practicing within the area, however neither surgeon has the training to perform minimally
invasive surgery (laparoscopy, thoracoscopy and arthroscopy) that our surgeon has_ The
emergency center will be one of only two emergency hospitals in Collier County and the only one
that has specialist veterinarian support. Out hospital will bring a needed service to the community
that currently does not exist The business will be providing jobs for 22 quaiitied individuals with
experience in the veterinary industry.
Out hospital has also partnered with a successful Naples entrepreneur, LeNoil Zaiser, in
engineering orthopedic implants for animals. Mr. Zaiser founded the very successful human
medical implant company in 2004 known as Structure Medical. Dr. Havig (veterinary orthopedic
surgeon) plans to work with Mr. Zaiser on his new entrepreneurial endeavor: orthopedic implants
for animals.
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B. Provide a summary of past activities in Florida and in other states particularly as
they relate to environmental or growth management impacts. For example, what kind of
corporate citizen has the applicant been? Also list awards or commendations.
Animal Specialty Hospital of Florida is a new business. Each of the Doctors (Carnes,
Havig, Ayoob), however have received numerous accolades throughout their career.
Their Curriculum Vitae's are attached to this application.
C. List and explain any criminal or civil fines or penalties or ongoing investigations that
have been imposed upon the company, its executives, or its affiliates and any recent
bankruptcy proceedings of the applicant or its parent company.
None
D. Provide any additional information you wish to be considered as part of this
incentive application or items that may provide supplementary background
information on your project or company.
Over the past two decades veterinary medicine has followed the human medical field with
regard to advances in diagnostic and therapeutic modalities. At the same time, the attitude
of pet owners has evolved to include pets as family members. This has led to the public's
demand for higher standards and availability of advanced veterinary medical care. Our
veterinary hospital will provide a much needed and unparalleled service to both the local
community in terms of its emergency services and to the entire Southwest Florida corridor
for specialty /referral veterinary services. Since patients must be referred to us by general
practice veterinarians and we do not provide preventative care, we will be an extension
and strong resource for the existing veterinarians in the region. In fact, it is our goal to
advance knowledge of specialized veterinary medicine within the veterinary community.
As such, we plan to provide continuing education seminars to the regional veterinarians
and get involved in community awareness for the general public.
Our veterinary hospital will be state of the art in terms of diagnostic capabilities and
availability of advanced care. We will have a Pet Imaging Center, including digital x -ray,
ultrasound, endoscopy, CT and superconducting /high -field MRI. The closest imaging
center of its kind is located at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in
Gainesville. A Pet Physical Rehabilitation Center is also planned as we have two
specificallytrained canine rehabilitation therapists on staff (Drs. Havig and Carnes). As
stated above, there are currently no board - certified internists, Criticalists or
Neurologist/Neurosurgeons in the five county region. Our board - certified surgeon has
advanced orthopedic training which is currently unavailable in the region. The fact that we
can provide these much needed services to Southwest Florida under one roof will be a
tremendous benefit to pets and their owners. We anticipate drawing clients from a 200
mile radius and will become known as the premier referral facility in Southwest Florida.
The three veterinarian partners (Carnes, Havig, Ayoob) have enjoyed tremendous success
over the course of their careers. The Curriculum Vitae's of the three doctors are attached
but it is important to note that all three doctors have published several peer- reviewed
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articles in internationally known veterinary and human journals, have given many invited
seminars /presentations both on the local, national and international level and have
received numerous professional accolades.
Our hospital has also partnered with a successful Naples entrepreneur, LeNoir Zaiser, in
engineering orthopedic implants for animals. Mr. Zaiser founded the very successful
human medical implant company in 2004 known as Structure Medical Dr. Havig
(veterinary orthopedic surgeon) plans to work with Mr. Zaiser on his new entrepreneurial
endeavor: orthopedic implants for animals.
In summary, the Animal Specialty Hospital of Florida is an advanced, referral veterinary
care facility. Based on demographics and market data, our hospital will fill an important
need for the veterinary industry of Southwest Florida. The hospital plans to employ at
least 22 staff members during the first year of business and will hire more employees as
the business grows. Our hospital will be a tremendous asset to both the community it
locates in as well as, the entire Southwest Florida region.
A. You may request that your project information (including information contained in
this application) be confidential per F.S. 288.075, Confidentiality of Records for a 12
month period, with an additional 12 month extension available upon request for
projects still under consideration.
Please indicate your confidentiality preference:
X Yes
0 No
* * *Be sure to attach the proper incentive attachment sheets) * *'
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Application Completed By:
To the best of my knowledge, the
information included in this application is
accurate.
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Eric G. Carnes
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Michelle Brogan Carnes
brogamd @gmail.com
1787 NE 21g` St 954 -554 -5750 (C)
Ft. Lauderdale, FI, 33305 954- 734 -0022 (H)
Professional Certification and Licensure
♦ Diplornate of the American. College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Neurolor orgy)
(7/2009 — present)
♦ Currently licensed to practice in the state of Florida (812008 — present)
Education
♦ AUBURN UNIVERSITY; Auburn, AL (7/2005 — 7/2008)
Residency; Neurology /Neurosurgery
♦ AUBURN UNIVERSITY; Auburn, AL (7/2005 — 6/2008)
Master of Science degree, Biomedical Science (Non- Thesis)
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI; Columbia, MO (6/2004 — 7/2005)
Internship; Small animal medicine and surgery
♦ AUBURN UNIVERSITY; Auburn, AL (6/2000 — 5/2004)
Doctor of Veterinar), Medicine degree, Cum Laude
♦ AUBURN UNIVERSITY; Auburn. AL (9/1998 — 6/2000)
Master of Science degree, Biomedical Science
Thesis: Regulation af'DexRas.l Expression by Endogenous Steroids
♦ AUBURN UNIVERSI'T'Y; Auburn, AL (6/1994.-- 6/1998)
Bachelor of'Scienc•e degree, Microbiology
Advanced Trainine and Short Courses
Advanced Veter•inury Neuroptrtholog y and Electrophrsiolog ; Columbia. MO
(5/4/2(X)0 5 /8009)
f Advanced Veterinary' Crartiotoml• t'oursc; Raleigh. NC (9/712(0))
4 AO Srrrcrll.Ani,mal Prim i/de,s cif Fracture Managc=nrent; Colurnhtrs, t M (4/24 /2(X)8
4/27/2)(W)
♦ Veterinar{ NeurosYieiwe and Advanced ('lirrlral Nc�rrrnl(, �, : /Ncrrro,cvtr'trrr�. R "rAlf'IL h.
NC (7/24/2(X)6 - 8/4/2(X)6)
26'1' Annual A('t M Fnrurn Netaralogt Residents Research Award (2008):
Pharmacokinetics of levetiracetam in normal cats following single oral and
intravenous dosing (abstract)
Dr. Charles Knecht Neurology Award (2004): To the senior student who best
demonstrates understanding of neurology and exhibits outstanding patient care
♦ Pfizer Srnall An.int.al Clinical Prgftcienc.V Award (2004): To the outstanding senior
student for proficiency in small animal medicine and surgery
# William W. Bishop Memorial Scholarship (2004)
♦ Student Chapter of'the American. Veterinary Medical Association Scholarship (20014)
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Carnes, Michelle Brogan
♦ Student Resident, Auburn University Small Animal Hospital (3/2003 - 12/2003): -
Selected by faculty for this prestigious and competitive position
f Lionel Stokes "Bud v" Appleby Scholarship (2002)
4 Auburn University Veterinary Medicine Scholarship (2001)
0 Phi Kappa Phi honor society, member (2000 - present)
First Place Winner, Auburn University Graduate Research Forum. poster
presentation. (5/2000)
♦ Auburn University Dean's List (1998)
Memberships and Committees
American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, Neurology Diplomate (2009 -
present)
4 Broward County Veterinary Medical Association, Member (2009 - present)
Florida Veterinary Medical Association, Member (2009 - present)
American Veterinary Medical Association, Member (2004 - present)
Alabama Veterinary Medical Association, Member (2004 - 2008)
# Missouri Veterinary Medical Association, Member (2004 - 2005)
+ Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine Open House, Committee Chair
(2003)
# President of the Auburn University Freshman Veterinary Class of 2004 (8/2000
9/2001)
Student Chapter of the American Veterinary Medical Association, Member (2000 -
2004)
♦ Student Chapter of the American Animal Hospital Association, Member (20(x) --
20()4 )
Emplovnent
4 VETERINARY SPECIALISTS OF SOUTH FLORIDA, Cooper City. Fl, (812008
present)
Title- Staff Neurol()rist /Neuro',urgeon
i DEPARTMENT CAF C'L.INIC'AL. SCIENCES, At 1131 (INIVERSI'tTY: Auhurn-
.A I, (7 /2(X)5 - 7/2(x)8)
Title: Clinical Resident in Neurology /Neurosurgery
+ DEPARTMENT OF MFDICINE AND SURGERY. IINIVBRSITY OfI MISSO( IR):
C oltimhia, MO (6/2W4 - 7/2005)
Title: Intern
Research and Teachin
DEPARTMENT OF CLINICAL SCIENCES, AUBURN UNIVERSITY; Auburn,
AL (7/2005 - 7/2008)
Title: Graduate Student
• DEPARTMENT OF CLINICAL SCIENCES, AUBURN UNIVERSITY; Auburn,
AL (10/ 1998 - 4/2000)
Title: Clinical Research Assistant/Clinical .Neurology
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOLOGY, AUBURN UNIVERSITY; Auburn, AL
(9/1998 - 872000)
Title: Graduate Research Assistant
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DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY, AUBURN UNIVERSITY; Auburn, AL
(1/1999— 6/1999)
Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant
DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY, AUBURN UNIVERSITY; Auburn, AL
(3/1996 — 6/1998)
Title: Undergraduate Research Assistant
♦ DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY, AUBURN UNIVERSITY; Auburn, AL
(1/1997 — 6/1997)
Title: Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Professional Presentations
Carnes MB. Management of Canine Epilepsy. 2009. Veterinary Specialists of South
Florida/Tri- County Continuing Education Seminar; Cooper City, FL.
♦ Carnes MB, Axlund TW, Boothe DM. Pltannacokinetics o levetiracetam in nonncd
c•atsfollowing single oral and intravenous dosing. 2008. 26 Annual ACVIM Forum
Poster Presentation; San Antonio, TX.
♦ Carnes MB. Disposition of levetiracetarn: in cats. 2007. Auburn University Platform
Presentation (MS Defense Seminar); Auburn, AL
♦ Carnes MB. Trigerninal Nerve Tumors: Anatornic Perspective and Treatment
Strategies. 2007. Auburn University Platform Presentation; Auburn, AL
4 Carnes MB. Management of'1he Refractor,, Epileptic Patient. 2007. Auburn
University College of Veterinary Medicine Annual Conference; Auburn, AL
♦ Carnes MB. When Good Pain Gores Bad: The Neurobiology ql' Chronic acid
Neuropathic Pain. 2006. Auburn University Platform Presentation: Auburn, AL
♦ Carnes MR. Epilepioge)iesis card the Cxenetics c,/'Epilep,c_t'. 2(x)5, Auburn IJniversily
Platform Presentation; Auburn, AL.
Brogan MD, Coates JR. Essman S. Retrosiwctive study of a modified distrac•tion-
stahili ation technique using a pol vinetltyl rrrethewrtdate plug ill dogs with caudal
uervical spond*Womveloputhv l l. 2(X14. niversily 01 Missouri Phi Zeta Platform
O
Presentation: Columbia, M
# Brogan MD. Spits Bffrda in a Pug Dog, 2(X)4 t Iniver:sity oi' Misscnu i- C�crlurtthia
Veterinary .Medical Teaching Hospital intent rounds platform presentation:
E'crlunittia. MO
Brogan MD. Managernew q/ Zinc' 7cr.sicn.si.ti. "?tX)4. University of MissouriColurnbia
Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital intern rounds platform presentation.
Columbia, MO
Brogan MD. Venorrrous Snuk.ehite.s in Small Animals: Pathoj.?kils•ioltsgy and
Emergency y Managemem. 2003. Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine
Clinicopathological Conference plaiform presentation; Auburn, Al..
• Axlund TW. Behrend EN, Kernppainen RJ, Sorjc7nen DC, Brogan MD, Simpson ST.
Hypoplrisec•tonties in dogs using an ultrasonic aslrirator and a new surgical
approach. 2001. Auburn University Phi Zeta poster session; Auburn, AL
s Brogan MD, Behrend EN, Kemppainen RJ. Regulation ofDexRasl Expression b
Endogenous Steroids, 2000. The Endocrine Society conference poster presentation;
Toronto, Canada
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Professional Publications
* Carnes MB, Axlund TV, Boothe DM. Pharmacokinetics of levetiracetam in. normal
cats following single oral and intravenous dosing. Accepted for publication 6/2010 in
AJVR.
♦ Carnes MB, Shores A. Canine acute lower motor neuron disorders. Submitted to
Standards of Care for publication,
Carnes MB, Shores A. Idiopathic trigeminal neuritis in dogs. Standards of Care.
2007; 9(l 0).
* Carnes MB, Tieber- Nielson L, Axlund TW. Management of Canine Epilepsy.
Standards of Care. 2006; 8(1): pp. 1 -6
* Kemppainen RJ, Cox E, Behrend EN, Brogan MD, Ammons JM. Identification of a
glucocorticoid response element in the Y- flanking region of the human Dexras l gene.
Biochim Bioph s Acta. 2003 June 19; 1627(2 -3): 85 -90
♦ Brogan MD, Behrend EN, Kemppainen RJ. Regulation of DexRasI Expression by
Endogenous Steroids. Neuroendocrinologp. 2001; 74: pp. 244 — 250
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Curriculum Vitae
Ashley L. Ayoob, D.V.M., Diplomate ACVECC,
Diplomate ACVIM (Internal Medicine)
324 East 74th Street, Apt. 1 C
New York, NY 10021
(646) 660 -1000
alayoob @gmaii.com
Current Poston:
The Animal Medical Center — New York, NY: 7/2009 — present.: Associate Staff Depl of Emergency and
Critical Care.
Specialty Certification:
Diplomate ACVECC: 2009
Diplomate ACVIM (Small Animal Internal Medicine): 2009
Education:
Post Doctorate Training:
The Animal Medical Center- New York, NY: 1/2006 - 7/2009: Residency in Emergency and
Critical Care Medicine: Chief Resident 2008- 2009
The Animal Medical Center- New York, NY: 7/2005 - 7/2007: Residency in Small Animal Internal
Medicine.
The Ohio State University - College of Veterinary Medicine. Columbus, OH: 7/2004. 7/2005:
Rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery.
Veterinary CoNege:
University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicate: 8/2000 - 5/2004: DVM. May 1, 2004.
Undergraduate Education:
University of Georgia: 9/1996 - 512000 BSA. Major in Biological Sciences, Mirror ill Animal
Science. Graduated rum laude with high honors.
Special Disciplinary Interest: Coagulation, intecticus disease, shock. lactate.
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Publications — Peer Reviewed:
• Avoob A, Hackner SG, Prittie J. Feline Babesiosis. Journal of Veterinary Emergency and
Critical Care. Volume 20 Issue 1, Pages 90 - 97.
Avoob A, Hackner SG, Prrttie J. Clinical Management of Canine Babesiosis.
Journal of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care. Volume 20 Issue 1, Pages 77 — 89.
• Avoob A, LeRoy B, Latimer K, Johnson M: D- dimers as a diagnostic tool for
disseminated intravascular coagulation in dogs. On -line publication -
www .vet.uga.edu /vpp /clerk/ayoob.
Avoob A, Silverstein D, Greene C: Laboratory Testing for Infectious Diseases of
Dogs and Cats. Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat. Ed. Craig Greene.
Philadelphia: W.B. Saunders Company, 2005.
• Avoob A: Expression of Proliferating Cell Nuclear Antigen (PCNA) in Adrenal Glands from
Domestic Ferrets (Mustela putorius furo) with Spontaneous Adrenocortical Hyperplasia and
Neoplasia. Honors Thesis — April 2000.
• Avoob A, Adams L, Campagnoli R, Latimer K: Expression of Proliferating Cell
Nuclear Antigen (PCNA) in Adrenal Glands from Domestic Ferrets (Mustela putorius
furo) with Spontaneous Adrenocortical Hyperplasia and Neoplasia. Proceedings of
November- December 1999.
• Adams L, Avoob A, Greenacre C, Campagnoli R, Latimer K: Estradiol
Immunoreactivity and Plasma Estradiol Concentrations in Domestic Ferrets (Mustela
putorius furo) with Adrenal Gland Hyperplasia and Neoplasia. Proceedings of
the 2"d International Virtual Conference in Veterinary Medicine: Diseases of Exotic
Animals and Wildlife. November- December 1999.
Research:
• The Animal Medical Center: 10/07 — 7/09: Lactate clearance as a prognostic indicator
for survival in canine and feline shock _. A prospective study. Protocol preparation,
data acquisition. and data analysis. Manuscript prep in progress.
• UGA Pathology Department: 08/99 - 05/00: Study design, data acquisition, data
analysis, and development of a immunohistochemis" protocol under the direction
of Kenneth Latimer, Diplomate ACVP. Honors thesis completed.
• UGA Department of Poultry Science: 01/99 - 05/99: Completion of honors research
studying the effects of teratogens on embryonic chicken eggs and design of
undergraduate laboratories under the direction of Dr. Mark Compton.
Teaching Experience and Clinical Instruction:
Presentations:
• "SIRS and Sepsis ". The Animal Medical Center, Intern Lecture Series, April 2010
• "Common (and not so common) Endocrine Emergencies ", The Animal Medical
Center, Intern Lecture Series, August 2008
• "CPCR ", The Animal Medical Center, Intern Lecture Series, June 2008
• "IMHA and Zinc Toxicity" The Animal Medical Center, Grand Rounds, November
2007
• "The role of ammonia in the diagnosis of PSS" The Animal Medical Center, Grand
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Rounds, September 2006
• "The utility of DDAVP in Canine Von Willebrand Disease" The Animal Medical
Center, Grand Rounds, April 2006
• "Potassium Homeostasis" Case Based Physiology, The Animal Medical Center,
Grand Rounds, November 2005
• "Diagnosis and Management of Empysematous Cystitis" Clinical Pathology
Conference, The Ohio State University, April 2005.
• "Enteral Feeding vs, Parenteral Feeding in Pancreatitis" The Ohio State
University, November 2004
• "The Role of Bacterial Translocation in Pancreatitis" The Ohio State
University, October 2004
Clinical Instruction:
• Intern Advanced Procedures Lab, The Animal Medical Center:
June 2006, 2007, and 2008
• Intem CPR Lab, The Animal Medical Center:
June 2006, 2007, and 2008
Pertinent Professional Training:
• Basic Abdominal and Cardiac Ultrasound Wetlab: Universal Ultrasound, 3/2010
« Interventional Radiology Dry Lab: 9/2006
• IVECCS: 9/2008 and 9/2007
• Advanced Renal Therapies Symposium: 3/2008
• SCCM Congress: 2/2007
• Advanced communication skills: The Ohio State University, 8/2004- 1/2005.
Academic Honors:
• Student representative at The North American Veterinary Conference 1/2004.
• Recipient of the Atlanta Kennel Club Scholarship
• Completion of undergraduate honors thesis.
• Gamma Sigma Delta Honor Society
• Golden Key National Honors Society
• Alpha Lambda Delta Honors Society
• Recipient of the Edgar G. Dawson Scholarship
• Dean's List 1996 -2000
Professional Affiliations:
• Society of Critical Care Medicine 2005 - present
. VECCS: 2004 - present
• NYVMA: 2005- present
e AVMA 2004 -2005
• 2003 National SAVMA Symposium fundraising committee: Go- organizer
• Student Chapter of the AVMA 2000 -2004: Office Held: Senator
• Alpha Psi National Veterinary Fraternity: Office Held. Social Chair
• American Animal Hospital Association. 2000 - 2004
• Student Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society: 2000 - 2004
• American Association of Feline Practitioners: 2000 - 2004
• Canine Club: 2000 - 2004
• University of Georgia Rowing Team: 1997 -2000
Hobbies and Interests:
Pilates, Yoga, Running, Travel
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Curriculum Vitae
Marc Emanuel Havig, D.V.M.
Diplomate, ACVS, CCRP
324 East 74" Street, Apt. 1 C
New York, New York 10021
646- 660 -1001 (c)
mehavig @hotnwil.com
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Current position as Staff Surgeon and Chair, Department of Surgery at The Animal Medical Center in New
York, NY. Post graduate clinical training at the University of Georgia Veterinary Teaching Hospital, University
of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine and the Dallas Veterinary Surgical Center followed by positions
as Clinical Specialist in Orthopedics at the University of Georgia Veterinary Teaching Hospital and staff
surgeon at Oradell Animal Hospital in Paramus, NJ. Post residency professional responsibilities have focused
on clinical orthopedics with an interest in arthroscopy, minimally invasive fracture fixation, and .physical
rehabilitation as well as the clinical training of veterinary students, interns, and surgical residents.
SPECIALTY CERTIFICATION
2006 Board Certification: American College of Veterinary Surgeons, Small
Animal Surgery
2010 Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner
EDUCATION and CLINICAL TRAINING
University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine
Resident in Small Animal Surgery
Athens, GA
June 2(x)2- July 2005
Dallas Veterinary Surgical Center
Surgical Intern
Small Animal Orthopedic. General, and Neuro Surger7
Dallas, TX
July 2001 July 2002
University of Tennessee College of 'Veterinary Medicine
Small Animal Intern
Rotating Internship in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery
Knoxville, TN
June 2000- June 2071
University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine
Doctor of Veterinar}? Medicine, Cum Laude
Athens, GA
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May 6, 2000
Emory University
Bachelor of Arts, Biology
Atlanta, GA
May 11, 1992
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE and LICE NSURE
LICENSURE and AFFILIATIONS
Diplomate: American College of Veterinary Surgeons, 2006
Certification: Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner
State of New York: 2007- present
Member:
American Veterinary Medical Association, 5 /2000- present
Georgia Veterinary Medical Association, 6/2002- present
New York City Veterinary Medical Association, 11 /2007- present
New York State Veterinary Medical Association, 11/2007- present
Veterinary Orthopedic Society, 6/2008- present
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
The Animal Medical Center, New York, NY
Chair, Department of Surgery
June 2008- present
Staff Surgeon and Head, Orthopedic Surgery A
November 2007- present
University of Georeia Veterinary Teaching hospital, Athens, GA
Clinical Specialist II: clinical instructor in orthopedic surgery
January- October 2007, temporary position
Oradell Animal Hospital, Paramus. NJ
Staff Surgeon
August 2005- January 2(x )7
Relief Services for Veterinary Practitioners, Inc, l: union. "1 x
Veterinarian: Day and Emergency Practice
August 2001 May 200-1
CONSULTING and AFFILIATIONS
Biomedirix, LLC. Boonton. NJ
Consultant
January 20)9- present
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TEACHING EXPERIENCE and PRESENTATIONS
Invited Lectures and Courses
University of Georgia Alumni Conference and Reunion 2010
Orthopedic Lecturer (2 hours)
Athens, GA
March 2010
Georgia Veterinary Medical Association Fall Conference 2007
Orthopedic Lecturer (8 hours)
Macon, GA
October 2007
Central Veterinary Conference East
Orthopedic Lecturer (9 hours)
Laboratory Instructor: Methods of Joint Stabilization (3.5 hours)
Baltimore, MD
April 2007
KYON: Tibial Tuberosity Advancement for CrCL Deficient. Stifles in
Dogs
Course Instructor
Surgical technique and practical exercise
Oradell Animal Hospital
October 2006
Universitv Teachin
Laboratory Instructor
Canine Advanced Surgical Lab: Stifle Exploration and Patella I uxa11011
Stabilization
I iniversity of Georgia College of Velerinar) Medicine. -1007
Post Graduate Teaching Assistant
l..eaderl participant in daily clinical and topic rounds and clinical instrucloi-
of surger-, to, junior and senior veterinary students
tniversity of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine
Assistant Laboratory Instructor
Advanced Techniques, Junior Surgery Laboratory
University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine
Assistant Laboratory Instructor
Diagnosis and Surgical Treatment of Diseases of the Ear: A Short Course
University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, 2002
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Professional Presentations
The 31``1 Annual Veterinary Orthopedic Society Annual Meeting
"Evaluation of the relationship of tibial plateau slope to limb function in
dogs treated with a lateral suture technique for stabilization of cranial
cruciate ligament deficient stifles ". Podium presentation, March S, 2005.
Northern New Jersey Veterinary Medical Association
"Tibial Tuberosity Advancement for the treatment of cranial cruciate
ligament disease in dogs ", November 2005.
Jersey Shore Veterinary Medical Association
"Canine Hip Dysplasia: medical and surgical treatment ", March 2006.
University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine
"Canine Cementless Total Hip Replacement ". House Officer Grand
Rounds, July, 2005.
"The role of the tibial plateau angle in the pathophysiology and treatment of
cranial cruciate ligament disease in dogs ". Candidate interview presentation,
Small Animal Surgery, February, 2005.
"Surgery for cranial cruciate ligament disease: the tibial plateau leveling
osteotomy (TPLO) and the tibial tuberosity advancement (TTA) ". House Officer-
Grand Rounds, July, 2004.
"Juvenile Pubic Symph siodesis- Evidence Based Treatment fir Canine Hip
nysplasia ?" House Officer Grand Rounds, November. 2003.
Manuscript presentation: "Atlantoaxial subluxation in dogs: surgical and
conservative management i I..,ong term outcorne of nonsurgical management in 19
cases) ". House Officer Grand Rounds, August. 2(X)3.
RESEARCH and PUBLICATIONS
ABSTRACTS
Btiote N,_Havig ME, Fischc ~tti A. Forty post - operative c >utcc}nic, 161.1owing T1 A
and TPLO for treatment of'cranial cruciatc ligament rupture in dogs. Postal
presentation, the Annual lleiei- inai -Y Orthopedic• ,Societe, -encc, 2009.
Havig ME. Dyce J. Kowaleski MP, Mahaffey MM, Reynolds LR, Budsberg SC,
Evaluation of the relationship of tibial plateau slope to limb function in dogs
treated with a lateral suture technique for stabilization of cranial cruciate ligament
deficient stifles, In Pi- oc•eedings of the 31" Annual Veterrnar.v Orthopedic Soc•ieti-
Conference 200-5.
PUBLICATIONS
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Havip, ME, Dyce J, Kowaleski MP, Reynolds LR, Budsberg SC. Relationship of
tibial plateau slope to limb function in dogs treated with a lateral suture technique
for stabilization of cranial cruciate ligament deficient. stifles. Veterinary Surgery,
2007; 36: 245 -251.
Havig ME, Cornell KK, Hawthorne JC, McDonnell JJ, Selcer BA. Nonsurgical
treatment of atlantoaxial subluxation in dogs: 19 cases (1992- 2001). Journal of
the Americana Veterinary Medical Association, 2005; 227: 257 -262.
Havi M, Tobias KM. Outcome of ameroid constrictor occlusion of single
congenital extrahepalic portosystemic shunts in cats: 12 cases (1993 - 2000).
Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association 2002; 220: 337 -341.
PROFESSIONAL COURSES
Small Animal External Skeletal Fixation Course presented by ESF Educators/
Research Group. Veterinary Referral Center of North Texas; Dallas, Texas;
September 2001.
AO/ AS1F Surgical Fixation of Fractures, Basic Canine Course sponsored by AO
North America. The Ohio State University, College of Veterinary Medicine;
Columbus. Ohio: May 2003.
Tibial Plateau l..cveling Osteotomy Seminar. Slocum Enterprises, Inc. Eugene,
OR; August, 2003.
Kyon/ Zurich Canine ('ementless Total Hilt Replacement Seminar presented by
Slobodan Tepir. University of Georgia: March 2004
SCHOLARSHIP/ AWARDS
Mark S. Bloomberg Merntmal Resident Research Award, VOS 2(X)5
Graduate Studeni Travel Award for- Research and Scientific Presentation. L!GA
2005
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October 26, 2010
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Economic Stimulus Program
Attachment to the General Project Overview
Animal Specialty Hospital of Florida
Name of Business
Must be a separate business unit or reporting unit of a business unit that is or will be registered with the State of Florida for
unemployment compensation purposes.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This application must be filed and the incentive approved prior to making the
decision to expand an existing 'Collier County business unit or to locate a new business unit in
Collier County.
A. For the purposes of certification, agreement, and claim review, indicate the average
wage and corresponding threshold (percentage) to which you commit for all new
jobs created:
$55,000, which is at least 140% of the average wage in Collier County.
B. Collier County Business Tax Receipt Number: TBD
C. How many jobs are currently employed at all Collier County locations? 0
D What is the annualized average wage (excluding benefits) of the employees indicated in
1 c. ? $N /A
A. Identify the local government(s) anticipated to provide local financial support:
• Collier County, We would like to Participate in the Collier County Economic
Stimulus Program in the followinq programs: Fast -track permitting: Our goal is
to open our business during the busy season of Southwest Florida, The
faster we get our permitting, the sooner we can begin constructing our
leasehold improvements, the sooner we can open for business.
• Job Creation Investment Program: Provides cash incentive of $2000 per
new job. This cash would be re- invested in the company for the provision
of the creation of new jobs or for capital equipment purchases.
Please note Lee County and Cape Coral have offered incentives as well and are
listed in the General Project Overview in section 5c.
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Number of net new fulhtime equivalent collier Date by which jobs will
Count 'obs created in the business unit be created
Phase
I
22
9/30/2011
11
3
9/30/2012
f l l
3
9/30/2013
Total
28
A. For the purposes of certification, agreement, and claim review, indicate the average
wage and corresponding threshold (percentage) to which you commit for all new
jobs created:
$55,000, which is at least 140% of the average wage in Collier County.
B. Collier County Business Tax Receipt Number: TBD
C. How many jobs are currently employed at all Collier County locations? 0
D What is the annualized average wage (excluding benefits) of the employees indicated in
1 c. ? $N /A
A. Identify the local government(s) anticipated to provide local financial support:
• Collier County, We would like to Participate in the Collier County Economic
Stimulus Program in the followinq programs: Fast -track permitting: Our goal is
to open our business during the busy season of Southwest Florida, The
faster we get our permitting, the sooner we can begin constructing our
leasehold improvements, the sooner we can open for business.
• Job Creation Investment Program: Provides cash incentive of $2000 per
new job. This cash would be re- invested in the company for the provision
of the creation of new jobs or for capital equipment purchases.
Please note Lee County and Cape Coral have offered incentives as well and are
listed in the General Project Overview in section 5c.
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B. Indicate the date(s) the approval is / are anticipated to be passed by the local
government: October 26, 2010
C. Has the applicant ever participated in an EDC- assisted Program? ❑ Yes X No
If Yes, how many new and retained jobs were included in that project? N/A
A. Type of Project (check all that apply): 0 Rezone nPlat SDP Building
Permit X Tenant Improvement ❑ Other
B. Site Folio Number:
C. Project Street Address& Suite Number: 10130 Market St., Naples FI 34112
D. Legal description:
E. Owner/Developer Name: Mark Curran, Benderson Development Company, LLC
Phone: 941 -360 -7229
Email: markcurran6benderson.com
Fax: 941- 359 -1508
F. Architectural Firm:
Contact:
Phone:
Email:
Fax:
G. Engineering Firm:
Contact:
Phone:
Email: _
Fax:
H. Contractor:
Contact:
Phone:
Email:
Fax:
I. Other: (i.e. Attorney, Land Planner)
Contact:
Phone:
Email:
Fax:
1 4. BACKGROUND CHECK
I agree to allow the Economic Development Council of Collier County perform a
Company and/or Personal Background Check. X Yes ❑ No
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' Sigrnatu f Individual Completing this Date
Attachment
Address l Phone( Number /
Signature (Authorized Company Officer) Date _ �^
REQUIRED
Name and Title of Authorized Officer
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Attachment A: Roles & Responsibilities
from
-Meet all requirements of Fast Track
Regulatory Process Program
—Site selection
—Hire contractors, consultants, engineers,
architects
-- Submit Development Order application
within 60 business days of acceptance as a
Fast Track project
Attend pre- application meeting, if possible
—Attend scheduled meeting to discuss
outstanding issues as needed.
-- Attract and quality businesses under the
Fast Track program
-- Contact the Special Projects Manager as
soon as a company is qualified.
-- Attend the pre- application meeting..
-- Maintain consistent contact with Special
Projects Manager to ensure timeframes are
being met.
— Monthly review status of projects,
particularly those with issues or potential
issues
- -Attend scheduled meeting to discuss
outstanding issues as needed.
—Copy all vested parties with
correspondence.
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to urolect.
sufficient plans for quality review
— Submit complete application that meets
current LDC and other code requirements
— Submit updates after receiving rejection
comments, within 20 business days
— Attend scheduled meeting to discuss
outstanding issues as needed.
Issfgn *petclar Projects Manager
• Provide guidance on permitted use
Of elite.
• Organize pre -app meeting
• Lead project Team
• Handle dispute resolution by
involving appropriate decision
makers
• Shepard projects through the
process from start to finish /manage
project plan
• Main point of contact for EDC,
applicant and owner
• Prepare monthly status
reports/emphasis on exception or
"red flag" items
• Schedule hearings and external
meetings, as required
• Provide value -added services such
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Attachment B: Potential Obstacles
There are certain known issues that can lead to a less than smooth approval process, as
listed below. At the pre- application meeting (or before then if applicable) the Special
Projects Manager will complete this section relative to the facts as presented at that time.
Items that may cause a delay Anticipated Delay and related information
Requires re- zoning:
Site in existing PUD:
Site contains wetlands:
Site requires an Environmental
Impact Statement:
LDC amendment required:
Permits from outside agency:
Utilities issues:
Other:
Note: this list is not intended to be exhaustive of all items that may cause conflicts or
delays in the approval process, but is to identify those most common and those most likely
to significantly hold up the swift approval of the project.
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as occasional site visits when under
construction
-- Develop project team
• Attend pre - application meeting
• Review submissions within stated
number of business days
• Attend scheduled meeting to discuss
outstanding issues as needed.
• Copy all vested parties with
correspondence.
Attachment B: Potential Obstacles
There are certain known issues that can lead to a less than smooth approval process, as
listed below. At the pre- application meeting (or before then if applicable) the Special
Projects Manager will complete this section relative to the facts as presented at that time.
Items that may cause a delay Anticipated Delay and related information
Requires re- zoning:
Site in existing PUD:
Site contains wetlands:
Site requires an Environmental
Impact Statement:
LDC amendment required:
Permits from outside agency:
Utilities issues:
Other:
Note: this list is not intended to be exhaustive of all items that may cause conflicts or
delays in the approval process, but is to identify those most common and those most likely
to significantly hold up the swift approval of the project.
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Project Notes (Special Proiects Manaaer)
Items the Developer or Applicant wishes to disclose concerning unusual
requirements:
Attachment C: Proposed Timeline
(to be completed at pre - application meeting)
We, the undersigned, fully accept our roles and responsibilities in this project and have
offered all information in good faith and in an attempt to be thorough. We recognize that
new information may be presented as the project moves through the review phases. We
also recognize that until the review process begins it is not reasonable to identify every
possible issue with a project. As any new material information is identified that may cause
a change to this plan in any way, the Special Projects Manager is to be contacted to
coordinate as needed.
Owner /Developer Name:
Applicant Name:
EDC Representative:
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Date:
Date:
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Pre - application meeting r
Responsible
Special Projects
Target
Day 1
Manager
Submit complete SDP or PPL (within 60 days of FT
Applicant
Day 30
acceptance)
First review -- SDP (7 business days)
Project team
Day 45
First review - PUD 15 business da
First re- submittal - SDP or PUD [must address all
Applicant
Day 65
comments 20 business days)
Second review - SDP or PUD (7 business days)
Project Team
- - -
Apply for building permits
First review - building permits 25 business days)___
..Applicant
Project Team
_
First re- submittal -- building
g permits (20 business
Applicant
-- -
da s
Project Team
Second review -building permits (25 business da s
Approval - SDP
royal Buildin ermits
-- -
Anticipated CO date
We, the undersigned, fully accept our roles and responsibilities in this project and have
offered all information in good faith and in an attempt to be thorough. We recognize that
new information may be presented as the project moves through the review phases. We
also recognize that until the review process begins it is not reasonable to identify every
possible issue with a project. As any new material information is identified that may cause
a change to this plan in any way, the Special Projects Manager is to be contacted to
coordinate as needed.
Owner /Developer Name:
Applicant Name:
EDC Representative:
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Date:
Date:
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Collier County Special Projects
Manager Name: Date:
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