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1684 C,Aiewr CoanLy Public Services Divisk)n Howing, Human & Veteran Sewk'A-s COLLIER COUNTY HOUSING, HUMAN & VETERAN SERVICES Reprogram of Prior Year Funds Request for Applications COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP (HOME) IMIN Submit to: Housing Human & Veteran Services 3339 Tamiami Trail East Suite 211, Naples Fl, 34112 Attn: Elly Soto McKuen Submitted By: Collier County ,Community Redevelopment Agency- I M mokalee Proposal Title: Immokaleg. Business Development Center Submit by Wednesday, February ..27,2013 no later than -3�.00ni FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Proposal ID. Amount Requested: Date Received: Recommendation; $ Collier County HFIVS Grant Application FY2012-2013 Collier County Request for Application Entitlement Funds I. INTRODUCTION 1684 Collier County is soliciting proposals from organizations for projects to be funded under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Horne investment Partnership (HOME). The CDBG and HOME programs are funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Through these programs, HUD provides entitlement funds to the County to fund a variety of projects which aid in the development of viable communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment and expanding economic opportunities, primarily for persons of low and moderate income. it ik l # . i I! i 16y, expedited schedule. 1I. APPLICATION INFORMATION General instructions For funding consideration, all projects must meet the general eligibility requirements listed below. 1. Organizations must be located in Collier County or provide services within Collier County. 2. Organizations must be public organizations, private for profit or non - profit organizations with an IRS 501 (C) 3 designation. 3. In addition, proposed CDBG projects must meet one of the three CDBG National Objectives: Low MQd income Slum & l� ight Urgent Need Area Benefit Area Basis Limited Clientele Spot Basis Housing Urban Renewal Jobs Collier County HIM Grant Application FY12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2013 1684 CAB, G Eligible Activities reauested: • Acquisition of Real Property • Economic Development- • Public Facilities & Infrastructure Improvements • Energy lifficiency 4. Also, proposed HOME projects must meet one of the four HOME National Objectives: 1. Provide decent affordable housing to lower income households 2. Expand capacity to nonprofit housing providers 3. Strengthen the ability of state and local governments to provide housing 4. Leverage private- sector participation *HOME Eligible Activities requested: • Homebuyer Programs • Rental Housing Programs • Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO)- Operating • Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO)- Set -Aside * HOME projects require a 25% match which MUST.be provided by the recipient from non - federal funds. •CHDO's must be certified at time of application Agencies and organizations responding to this Request for Applications (RFA) must complete the attached funding application. Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2013 1684 One 1 original, and three f3l copies of-the completed application .Vac ge and- all attachments, eibibi-ts, and supplementaEy information must be submitted to: Collier County Housing, Human & Veteran Services Department 3339 Tamiami Trail East Suite 211 Naples, FL 34112 The application must be typed (not handwritten). Use a binder clip to secure your application package fdo not bind the application). incomplete applications or applications submitted after the published deadline will not be considered. Once submitted, no proposal shall be amended, unless the amendment has been requested by the County. The County reserves the right to contact the applicant if additional Information is required. Applicants requiring information regarding the regulations governing the CDBG and HOME programs, or technical assistance with this application or other help should contact the Collier County Housing, Human & Veteran Services Department at 239 -252 -4663. This application package Is also available on Collier County website at htto:l /www.coltiereov.net Collier County HHVS Grant Application FYI 2-13 Re- Program 01--2013 16B4 III. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS A, Operating Agreement Organizations approved for funding will be required to sign an agreement with the County in order to insure compliance with CDBG and HOME grant programs. Funds may not be obligated or- expended until the agreement is accepted and signed by all parties. B. Indemnification Organizations approved for funding must agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the County, its officers, agents and employees from and against all liability, claims, demands, damages, losses and expenses, including attorneys' fees, original and on appeal, arising out of, or related in any way to the performance of the agreement. C. Insurance Organizations approved for funding will be required to obtain insurance coverage, which shall contain a provision, which forbids any cancellation, changes or material alterations without prior notice to the County at least thirty (30) days in advance. The insurance coverage shall be evidenced by an original certificate of insurance provided to the County prior to the execution of the agreement. The required insurance will be specified in the written agreement. D. Program Monitoring Organizations approved for funding will be required to maintain documentation of project implementation and submit required information necessary to monitor program accountability and progress in accordance with the terms and conditions of the agreement. Monitoring will include, at a minimum, monthly monitoring reports, on -site monitoring and compliance reports and records as specified in the contractual agreement. E. Notification All applicants will be notified with an award or denial notification. Receipt of an award letter is not a guarantee of funding. Please be aware that past funding does not guarantee future 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 will have a long -term effect and not rely on future federal funding to implement or maintain the activity, program or service. 2. The proposed project leverages funds other than CDBG /HOME program funds. The project will be completed in a timely, cost - effective manner and be completed on an expedited schedule. The project has sufficient funds identified and /or allocated to complete the project:. 3. The proposed activity complies with one of HUD's national objectives and one of the County's Consolidated Plan goals. (see Application Information, General Instructions) In addition, the Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2013 1684 application and proposed activity are consistent with the County's Growth Management Plan and /or adopted neighborhood master plan. 4. The proposed activity or service will complement and not duplicate planned or existing activities or services. S. The proposed activity does not require displacement of individuals or produce any adverse effects to the community or environment. (as applicable) 6. Applicant has the administrative capacity and experience to plan and implement the proposed activity or service. 7. Applicants that are faith based or religious organizations agree to follow the guidelines established in the accompanying "Acknowledgement of Religious Organization Requirements" form by fully executing and including the document with this application. 8. Applicant has the financial capacity to continue operations until pay requests are processed by the Clerk of Court. V. CRITERIA FOR EVALUA'T'ION OF PROPOSALS Proposals for the CDBG /HOME programs will be evaluated, scored and ranked based on the following criteria and point system. Collier County Housing, Human & Veteran Services Department utilizes evaluation forms with a set of specific criteria to evaluate all requests for competitive grant funding. In addition to the determination of eligibility per HUD regulations, the evaluation form includes the categories as listed below. All applications for grant funding will be scored and ranked based upon the following criteria: CRITERIA MAXIMUM POINTS Demonstrated Need 10 Proposed Outcomes 20 Readiness to Implement 30 Organizational Capacity 25 Financial Management 30 Evaluative Measures 5 TOTAL _ 120 Collier County HHVS Grant Application PY12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2013 EVALUATION CRITERIA A. Description of Categories 1684 1. Demonstrated Need: (Maximum Combined Points: "10 ") The category will be evaluated in terms of the documentation and justification of the need for the activity. • Has articulated a rationale for the project related to the project's purpose(s). The applicant should explain how the project will address the stated national objectives • Has determined the demand for the project. This may include a market analysis of the target population and /or community(ies) 2. Proposed Outcomes: (Maximum Points: "20 ") The category will be evaluated in terms of the goals, objectives and activities planned to complete the activity, the numbers served versus the cost and the sustainability of the activity. • Project Goals and Objectives respond to identified problems, needs, and community demand as determined by the applicant • Project Goals, Objectives and Activities should be achievable, measurable, time - limited, and clearly stated • Project Goals, Objectives and Activities evidence the project's value and facilitate the applicant's organizational goals and objectives • Work Plan clearly constructed and complete; to provide a clear understanding as to how the project will be implemented • Has demonstrated an understanding of the obstacles that may be encountered in developing and implementing the project, and describes, in detail, the approaches that will be employed to overcome such obstacles 3. Readiness to implement: (Maximum Points: "30 ") The category will be evaluated on the basis on the ability to commence the project and expend funds during PY2012 -2013. • Has listed tasks in a logical order that demonstrate a feasible work plan • Has identified staff, board members, partners responsible for implementation • Has available resources needed to implement proposed activity • Has demonstrated ability to complete projects or tasks in a timely manner 4. Organizational Capacity: (Maximum Points: "25 ") The category will be evaluated on the basis on the experience of the applicant, and experience in undertaking projects of similar complexity as the one for which funds are being requested. • Demonstrates capability, experience, and knowledge (Le. 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 Collier County HHVS Grant Application FYI 2-13 Re- Program 01 -2013 1684 • Commitment to the project by participating institutions, professional staff or other key institutions or individuals • Anticipated cost participation including direct funding, in -kind and staffing support after federal funding ends • Evidence of long -term commitment /project "buy in" at high levels and community support 5. Financial Management: (Maximum Points: "30 ") The category will be evaluated by the applicant's ability to demonstrate their plans to sustain the project, utilize funds and manage them appropriately and leverage sources of funds. • Costs of implementing the work plan are congruent with the proposed budget • Budget reflects an understanding of the required costs to implement and maintain the project • Need for equipment, supplies, contractual services, and other budget items are well justified in terms of the project goal(s), objectives, and proposed activities • Outlines a realistic plan for sustainability after government support ends • Documents ability to secure other sources of funding • Demonstrates an established accounting system • Demonstrates the financial ability to fund the project until reimbursements completed by the Clerk of Courts 6. Evaluative Measures: ( "5" Points) The category will be evaluated on the applicant's ability to collect data to measure the outcomes of the activities and the project as a whole. • Provides a clear evaluation plan with performance measurements • Demonstrates long term support of project • Demonstrates how outcome measures will meet national or program objectives • Evaluation plan demonstrates "value- added" or "community value" to Collier County *Please Note* Applications that are not signed or complete will be rejected. Only complete applications will be scored. Collier County HHVS Grant Application PY12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2013 To the best of my knowledge and belief, data in this proposal is true and correct. I have been duly authorized to apply for this funding on behalf of this agency. I understand that this grant funding is conditioned upon compliance with federal CDBC /HOME regulations and/ or state regulations. I grant Collier County HHVS access, with notice, to review agency records, make site visit(s), and make other inquiries related to this application. Name /Signature: Donna Fiala (Please Print) (Signature) Title: CRA Board Chair Date Signed: ATTEST. DWjQljjT E.13RCCit, Clerk 1sy:. APPMVW as #a tarm & legal uufi01"OV A.391gant County AttOMOY Collier County HHVS Grant Application 1:Y12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2013 9 16B4 Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)- Inimokalee, Immokalee Business Development Center COLLIER COUNTY — February 2013 HHVS GRANT APPLICATION COVER CHECKLIST Please place this checklist on top of your application. Submit the following pages in the order outlined below plus required exhibits and any attachments. APPLICATION CHECKLIST ® Applicant /Organization Information ® Project Information ® Project Description 0 Map ® Demonstrated Need /Project Outcomes ® Scope of Services ® Readiness to implement ® Proposed Project Timetable ® Experience & Capacity ® Evaluative Measures ® Budget /Financial Feasibility ® Budget ® Exhibits ( #1 -13) ®1. 501 (c) (3) IRS Tax Exemption Letter 02. Articles of Incorporation ® 3. By -Laws 4. Organizational Chart 5. List of Board of Directors 06. Resumes, Pay Scales with job Descriptions 07, State of Florida Certificate of Good Standing ® 8. Board Resolution authorizing submittal of grant application ® 9. Most recent financial statement ®10. Acknowledgement of Religious Organization Requirements (attached) ®11. Debarment letter (attached) 12. Match /Leverage Award Letters /Evidence of Fund Availability (if applicable) ® 13. Procurement Policy (if applicable) Collier County HFIVS Grant Application FY12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2013 10 1684 Select Category and funding source for this application CDBG FUNDING: Acquisition, Disposition: - Check the activity to be undertaken ❑ Acquisition of Real Property Matrix Code: 01 Outcome: Acquisition- Public Facility Economic Development - Check the activity to be undertaken: ® Micro - Enterprise Assistance Matrix Code: 18C Outcome: Low /Mod Area- Business Housing Programs- Check the activity to be undertaken: ❑ Rehab: Energy Efficiency Improvements Matrix Code: 14F Outcome: Low /Mod- Housing Units ❑ Rehab: Single Unit Residential Matrix Code: 14A Outcome: Low /Mod- Housing Units ❑ Rehab: Administration Matrix Code: 14H Outcome: Low /Mod- Housing Units Public Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements- Check the activity to be undertaken: ❑ Homeless Facilities- Rehabilitation Matrix Code: 03C Outcome: Low /Mod- Clientele ❑ Neighborhood Facilities - Rehabilitation Matrix Code: 03E Outcome: Low /Mod - Clientele Public Service Activities - Check the activity to be undertaken: ❑ TBRA Administration 1-11.101. J,P1V1fflURRff,.7jT,,r1.W, Housing Activities -Check activity to be undertaken ❑ Homebuyer Programs ❑ Rental Housing Programs Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) -Check activity to be undertaken ❑ CHDO- Operating ❑ CHDO- Set -Aside ii WP•4:5Mt?ts13 [kAfKa'1 I V.�y. ihzrm d YR+m.� i�m4+v� Collier County HTIVS Grant Application FY12 -13 Re-Program 01-2013 COLLIER COUNTY HOUSING, HUMAN & VETERAN SERVICES GRANT APPLICATION Organization Name: Collier County Community Rgdevelo ment Agency Immokalee Organization Mailing Address: 1320 N 151h Street, Ste. 2. Immokalee. FL 34142 Physical Address if different: Phone: 239 - 867 -4121 Contact Person /Title: Bradley Muckel. Interim Executive Director Contact Email Address: BradleyMuckel@colliergov.net Phone: 239- 867 -4121 Federal Tax ID #: 59- 6000558 DUNS #: 076997790 CCSR #: N/A 1. Is your organization a private non - profit with 501(c) (3) status? Yes❑ No® Years In Operation: 2. If your organization or agency faith based? Yes[] No® Identify national or state affiliation and provide your mission statement. Please state the primary activities currently provided by your organization. All faith -based organizations must complete and attach Acknowledgement of Religious Organization Requirements. (Exhibit 10) The Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is a public entity created by Collier County pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes in March of 2000 to alleviate slum and blight in two separate Redevelopment Areas within Collier County: The Bayshore Gateway Triangle Redevelopment Area and the Immokalee Redevelopment Area. Under Florida law (Chapter 163, Part 1I1), local governments are able to designate areas as Community Redevelopment Areas when certain conditions exist. Since all the monies used in financing CRA activities are locally generated, CRA's are not overseen by the State, but redevelopment plans must be consistent with local government comprehensive plans. Mission Statement: "Those of us who live and work in Immokalee envision a great future for our town. We see new business and job opportunities in international trade and distribution, agri- business, ecotourism, recreation and entertainment, and the construction industry. We see Immokalee as an attractive, clean community with affordable workforce housing, neighborhood parks, and outstanding schools - a place where people walk and bicycle to do their errands, and where parents are returning to classrooms to finish their education and master new job sldlls. Main Street will have a Latin flavor plazas, outdoor cafes, shops, and entertainment attracting both the local community and the tourists who come to explore our unique ecology or gamble at the Casino." Collier County HINS Grant Application FY12--13 Re- Program 01 -2013 12 This mission drives the goals of the Collier County (Immokalee) CRA which are capital projects, economic development, housing, infrastructure, natural resources, land use and urban design, and Inter -local and intergovernmental coordination. The first goal develops an annual priority list of capital projects needed in the Immokalee community. The second goal makes economic development a priority, and the objectives and policies set forth specific ways to promote and diversify the local economy and create a positive business climate, As this is a major focus for the community, there are five objectives that deal with the issue. The third goal and its objective and policies deal with housing. Mobile homes have historically provided a significant percentage of the housing in Immokalee, and have provided affordable homes. Adequate housing for faun workers must continue to be addressed. Gap housing or "market- rate" housing, which provides housing for middle -class families, has been historically underrepresented in the Immokalee market. Affordable and workforce housing will continue to be needed in the community. The fourth goal and set of objectives address infrastructure and public services. Parks and recreational opportunities to serve the young families in Immokalee are the first public infrastructure item discussed. Transportation is a major component of any community's public infrastructure needs, and while county -wide issues are still dealt with in the county Transportation Element, this portion addresses Immokalee's local roads and needed public safety improvements to protect pedestrians and bicyclists. Other important public services include stormwater management and solid waste, which are addressed as well. The fifth goal and related objective deals with natural resource protection and how to promote eco- tourism within Immokalee. While the Conservation and Coastal Management Element still applies, significant natural resources within the Immokalee Urban Area and ecotourism opportunities are addressed here. Land use is an integral component of any master plan, and the sixth goal and its objective and policies deal with this Issue. Mixed -use, pedestrian - scaled development is important, as is allowing development in appropriate locations, at densities and intensities that will attract new development. Urban form and design are addressed in the seventh goal. These objectives and policies are generally concerned with how to create a theme or brand for Immokalee, provide safe multi - modal transportation, and develop site design and development standards appropriate for Immokalee, rather than continuing to apply standards developed for coastal Collier. The eighth and final goal, objective, and related policies are concerned with inter -local and intergovernmental coordination, to address current service issues and to continue collaboration with appropriate organizations in the future." Collier County HHVS Grant Application FYI 2-13 Re--Program 01 -2013 13 1664 3. List recent agency accomplishments. (Please be brief) Commercial Fapade Grant Another IAMP objective under Economic Development is to provide financial incentives to businesses in Immokalee. The CRA implemented the Commercial Facade Grant Program in October of 2008, Since that time, 18 facade grants have been awarded to local businesses in Immokalee for a total of $256,367. Currently 2 businesses have open applications for the facade grant. The program has continues to grow businesses begin to see increased consumer traffic by making their store fronts more attractive. State Enterprise Zone Above and beyond the activities of the IBDC, CRA staff facilitated direct procedural and technical assistance for the State Enterprise Zone (EZDA) Program assistance to 231 new and existing businesses in our EZone. As a direct result of this program, during 2011, seventy - seven (77) new jobs were created and $45,649.82 in Tax Incentives was awarded to businesses within the EZone. Rural Area of Critical Economle Concern (RACEQ During September2011, the BCC approved a Resolution to petition Governor Scott to extend the RACEC designation awarded to the Florida Heartland Regional Economic Development Initiative, Inc. ( FHREDI) Region another 5 -years and to keep the Community of Immokalee within the South Central RACK designation. This designation was first denoted by Executive Order in 2001 by then Florida Governor jeb Bush. FHREDI petitioned to have the designation renewed in 2006. Renewal of this designation was required in 2011. Based on the regional approach championed during the 2005 Road map process, a 7 -point action agenda for rural Florida was adopted, leading to a $2 million appropriation for the establishment of the Rural Economic Development Catalyst Project. Marketing The Marketing Department, made up of private sector vendors, has been actively and aggressively promoting Immokalee as a regional commercial and trade hub for businesses seeking to locate or expand into Southwest Florida. Both traditional media vehicles and new social media tools were utilized. The Collateral Brochure was developed to inform potential businesses about Federal, State, County and CRA incentives available to a business considering Immokalee as a potential site; commercial land for lease or for sale in and around the Urban Area; and provide an image of the flavor and potential of the community. This tool has been widely used the CRA, the Chamber of Commerce and the Airport Authority. To date, the collateral brochure is the most successful piece of information for the CRA in marketing Immokalee and for businesses taking advantage of the various incentives. Hospitality/Tourism In light of the fact that it has been documented that 1.7 million people visited the Seminole Casino in Immokalee during 2010, and that the Seminole Casino has not moved forward with the construction of the proposed 21 story hotel, the CRA retained a private consulting firm to conduct a Hospitality Feasibility Study for the Immokalee Community. The study revealed that a 60 to 80 bed mid range unit would be highly profitable prompting staff to begin marketing to investors toward the development of a hotel to accommodate visitors. Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2013 14 Diversify Housing Stock Housing takes several forms in the current market. While seeking to provide a diversity of safe and sanitary housing for all residents of the Immokalee Urban area, and seeking partnerships toward the development of market rate housing for future growth, staff is concerned with substandard housing in Immokalee. A very definitive effort in the housing area was accomplished via a partnership with the Housing Collaborative in Immokalee. A grant from the CRA and the Community Foundation and in partnership with the Collier County Housing Authority, the Empowerment Alliance of Southwest Florida, 1 HOPE and Immokalee Housing and Family Services provided funding to conduct an Immokalee Housing Condition Inventory - 2011, The first since 2004, the study has provided the basis to define both the housing needs and the need for a housing rehabilitation program. The study revealed that close to 90 percent of the homes in Immokalee are now in standard to excellent condition. It was found that 86% of the housing units were determined to be in standard condition compared to 57% in the 2004 study, an overall 29 percent increase in the duality of housing in Immokalee over the past seven years. Roadway Projects In April 2011, the Immokalee CRA submitted a grant proposal to the Collier County Housing, Human and Veteran Services Department (HHVS) for funding to improve the crosswalks within Immokalee's Central Business District. This effort came as a result of the outcry from community leaders to resolve the problem of unusually high vehicle- pedestrian incident rates throughout this corridor. In June, 2011 the CRA was notified that they will be awarded the full requested grant amount of $140,000. This funding will cover the cost of performing a pedestrian study along Main Street (SR 29) and South First Street in order to ascertain the optimal locations for crosswalks and the most effective pedestrian crossing devices for the physical characteristics of each area. The grant funds will also cover the cost of the installation of up to 9 pedestrian crossing devices. This project is slated to go out for bid in early 2012 for a completion date of mid 2012. Stormwater and Drainage The Immokalee CRA was awarded $3.5 million In Disaster Recovery Initiative (DRI) funds from the HHVA for Phase I of the project. The land (11.25 acres) has been purchased for Phase 1, the Construction has begun on the project with December 2012 as the targeted completion date. The Immokalee CRA made a request for an additional $11 million to shore up this project and to begin the engineering for the next phase of the Immokalee Storm water Master Plan (ISWMP). The contract between the CRA and the BCC for the DRI Round H funds was signed at the December 13, 2011 Board meeting. Round II funds will be utilized to place much needed stormwater and drainage improvements on Immokalee Drive. Lighting and Beautification Munfelpal Service Taxing Unit (MSTU) During 2010, the Immokalee Lighting and Beautification MSTU and the CRA finalized the partnership and the Ordinance that expands the MSTU boundaries to the limits of the entire CRA boundary, and to include streets, sidewalks, drainage, lighting and beautification in order to use the funds of both the CRA and the MSTU to meet those needs. October, 2011, the CRA assumed the duties of managing the Immokalee MSTU. The MSTU Committee participated in an Operational Plan Workshop to define their goals and objectives and provide guidance for the direction of staff. Collier County HHVS Grant Application FYI 2-13 Re- Program 01 -2013 15 1684 Gantt Development Regulations (LDR) 4 The CRA, working with the Collier County Planning Commission and consultants, RWA, Inc., developed an Interim Land Development Code (LDC) process that will help to promote and support development and redevelopment initiatives in the Immolcalee area. On June 8, 2010, the BCC adopted the Interim LDC to facilitate development until new land development codes are in place. The Immolcalee LDC are in the final stages of review at the local level. The LDC for Immokalee will not be submitted for review until the IAMP has been approved by the BCC, Public Realrn /Town Design On June 11, 2010, the Immokalee CRA won the 2010 Award of Merit for a Public Study for the Public Realm and Town Design with Form Based Guidelines from the Florida Planning and Zoning Association at the 58th Annual Conference in Sarasota, Fl. These documents define the vision of Immokalee in the 21st Century. The Public Realm/Town Design included two plazas, an intermediate and long -range conceptual design plan for the landscaping on Main Street, a design for the downtown commercial district and form based guidelines to aid in the development of Land Development Codes The CRA purchased a parcel of land at the corner of 9th Street and Main Street for the purposes of constructing one of the plazas. During 2011, the fencing around the parcel has been moved to the back parameter, the old tower and invasive vegetation and refuse have all been removed in hopas that citizens will begin to use the parcel for picnics or other public uses. The CRA also received Community Development Block Grant funding to purchase land at the corner of 1¢t Street and Main Street and establish an entry way into the Immokalee Community. Coordination with Regulatory Agencies Many intergovernmental coordination partnerships were forged during 2010 and remained strong through 2011. The Airport Authority, the County Manager's Office (and Departments under his supervision), the Clerk of Courts (Finance Department), MSTU, nonprofit organizations, private citizens and civic organizations, Florida Department of Agriculture, FHREDI, the Governor's Office on Trade and Tourism (formerly OTTED), U.S. HUD, U.S. SBA and local businesses. Immokalee Business Development renter (IBDC) On March 9, 2010, the Collier County BCC, acting as the CRA, approved the Imm creation of the IBDC. The center opened its doors to the public In March of 2011 ' with funding from CDBG, the Immolcalee CRA, and a multitude of partnerships with banks, educational institutions, and the Immokalee Chamber of Commerce. During that brief first year, the IBDC has created and /or expanded thirteen new businesses in Immolcalee, documented the creation of S new, permanent, full time positions, graduated three IMAV 01C E BIZ classes from its Entrepreneur School, and has trained more than 270 individuals In business related workshops. The thirteen businesses currently enrolled in the IBDC two -year program are either new start -up businesses or local businesses seeking expansion. These include: l Cynthia's Cleaning Company: Once enrolled in the program, the IBDC assisted this entrepreneur by providing technical assistance on becoming a Florida corporation, opening and managing a business account Collier County HHVS Grant. Application FY12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2013 16 with a financial institution, procuring proper insurance, and training on procuring government contracts. Cynthia's Cleaning Company had 1 contract when she started and now has a total of 8 contracts and remains in the IBDC meeting milestones. Manuel Padilla, Inc.: With the assistance and services provided by IBDC, Manual Padilla, Inc., an Immokalee Contractor, was certified as a Section 3 and MBE Business and subsequently was awarded two sub - contracting contracts and was able to hire locals workers from the Immokalee community. Kids In Motion Academy of the Arts, Inc.: This local business came to the IBDC seeking to expand her day -care operation. She Immediately incorporated and obtained a business account at a financial institution. As a result of the extensive AMS marketing the owners have outgrown their home daycare business and are ready to relocate to a larger facility. Sigurant Fitness and Dance, LLC: This is a brand new start -up business d operated by a recent graduate of I -TECH. Although a skilled dancer and �1 teacher, the entrepreneur needed assistance with the development of a business plan, incorporation, Insurance, occupational license and space for a dance school. With IBDC guidance, the business was able to lease a space from RCMA to open a dance school and fitness studio in Immokalee and is off to a running start. She remains enrolled in the IBDC. On February 16, 2012, the community was invited to a ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening of the only dance studio in Immokalee. DC Events: This Immokalee entrepreneur decided to open a party planning company. After completion of the Entrepreneur School his free lance operation has been recruited to coordinate /plan the events for the Immokalee Harvest Festival as well as quinceanera. Vecona, Inc.: Two resident of Miami read about the IBDC on the IMMBIZ web site and came to Immokalee to enroll and open their food canning business. This business makes organic, gourmet vegetable pastes. Alrboats & Alligators at the Lalwe Trafford Marina: A local landmark seeks to expand its business by Increasing its market base. The milestones for this company is to put on a new face, beef up marketing and increase the numbers of tourist attracted to the company. Divine Inspiration Administrative Services: Another of the new businesses in Immokalee, this entrepreneur opened a multi- service clerical company. Other activities of the highly successful IBDC during 2011 include: IBDC Computer Lab: Suncoast Teachers Federal Credit Union donated ten desk top computers to the IBDC. As of April 2011, IBDC will open Its doors to the computer Lab and will offer courses in QuickBooks, On -line Marketing Tools, and Microsoft Office application. The lab is available by appointment to assist local small business owners with on -line certification applications for government contracts. Collier County HI•IVS Grant Application FYI 2-13 Pe- Program 01 -2013 17 IBDC Entrepreneur School The IBDC facilitates an Entrepreneur School which is a six week class developed to assist the entrepreneurs in evaluating their idea and teach them basic business skills and techniques. The class provides them with the management and organizational skills needed to be successful. During the six weeks, student learn business basic, small business management planning, small business marketing, basic bookkeeping, the essentials of a business plan, and how to finance a small business. 2011 Builders' Expo The IBDC hosted the first builders' expo in Immokalee. The goal of the Builders' Expo was to connect local vendors, purchasers, general contractors, developers, builders, local tradesmen, and procurement specialist. There were 43 attendees at this event networking with each other and fostering new business relationships. IBDC & U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Signing Ceremony On January 20, 2012, the District Director of the United States Small Business Administration (SBA), Francisco Marrero, came from Miami to sign a partnership agreement with the IBDC. This partnership will enable the IBDC to provide even greater resources to people who want to start or expand their businesses. 1684 The IBDC, in Partnership with Florida Community Bank and One by One Leadership, created the IBDC Mircroenterprise Loan Fund. (MLF). Florida Community Bank donated $10,000.00 of their Community Reinvestment: Act (CRA) funds to seed the development o the loan program to provide small loans to new and existing small businesses that are not able to obtain financing through conventional sources. Loan proceeds are typically used for inventory purchases, working capital, deliver on purchase orders, and acquisition of machinery or fixtures. Collier County 111IVS Grant Application FY 12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2013 18 1684 Agency Organizational Information: The Collier County BCC serves as the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA). The CRA is subject to all of the policies and procedures of the County, which may not be explicitly directed as policies of the CRA, but which functions to govern the BCC and all of its subagents. (See attached Exhibit 4) 4. Agency has annual board orientation & training policy? N/A Yes[] No❑ 5. Agency has written personnel, fiscal /procurement & implemented policy ?* Yeso No❑ *Housing, Human & Veteran Services will review item 5 upon award. 6. Agency has a written operating procedures manual? Yes® No❑ * Housing, Human & Veteran Services will review item 6 upon award. 7. Agency agrees to participate in the Continuum of Care Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) (as applicable.) N/A Yes[] No❑ Agency agrees to the Data Quality Standard of HMIS as applicable. N/A Yes❑ Noo 8. If currently funded by HHVS, has the agency submitted monthly reports and met its contractual requirements in a timely manner? ® submitted all reports and met all performance objectives. ❑ submitted most of the required reports on time and met some performance objectives. ❑ submitted less than half of the required reports on time; have had project delays or unresolved monitoring findings. Agency Financial Information Agency maintains the following records: 9. Cash Receipts journal Yes® No[I 10. Cash Disbursements journal Yes® No❑ 11. General Ledger Yes® Non 12. Charts of Accounts Yes® Noo 13. Payroll journal and Individual Payroll Records Yes® No❑ 14. Individual Personnel Files Yes® No❑ 15. Written Procurement Procedures Yes® No[] 16. Capital Inventory Yes® No❑ 17. Written Travel Policy Yes® Noo Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2013 19 1684 17. Grievance Policy Yes® No❑ 18. Property Control Policy and Records Yes® No❑ 17. Drug free Work Place Policy Yes® No❑ 18. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Yes® No❑ 19. Has the agency submitted a prior year external audit and resolved any audit findings? ® Agrees to submit audits every year during contract. ❑ Latest Audit attached The CRA is a Collier County Affiliate. See attached County Audit that pertains to the CRA. (Exhibit 9) Collier County 1-1NVS Grant Application FY12 -13 Re- Program 01--2013 20 Project Name: Immokalee Business Development Ceni:gr (IBDCI Type of Funding Requested: Check all that mayapple CDBG x HOME Amount of Funding Requested: $ 83.000.00 Total Project Cost: $171.348.00 (Total annual onerational_cost for one year 1. Provide a brief summary of the proposed activity. Include map if site specific. On April 2012, the CRA submitted a CDBG grant application requesting $360,000 for two years of operational cost for the Immokalee Business Development Center (IBDC)- $180,000 per year. The CRA was awarded only $61,088 for one year of operational cost. The CRA is still is in need of the additional funds and seeks operational funding for the remainder of one year for the (IBDC). The IBDC facilitates the growth and development of businesses in the Immokalee community. This program provides existing and emerging micro- enterprises with technical assistance and an array of businesses resources at no cost to the participants. The center provides hands- on- inanagement assistance, education, information, technical and vital business support services, networking resources, and financial resources. The IBDC is committed to implementing programs that lowers the financial and educational costs of starting a new business for entrepreneurs, particularly with emphasis on moderate and low- income entrepreneurs. Business owners are given a one -stop shop for assistance while they go through the most high -risk aspects of starting their business. The IBDC's primary goal is to assist and educate entrepreneurs, enabling them to leave the business development center with the proper tools to be successful and self sustaining businesses. Through the business development process, the IBDC seeks to address the recognized problems of unemployment, low wages and narrow industry opportunities for the workers of Immokalee by providing a supportive environment in which new mircro- enterprises can succeed through training, networking, and multi- agency partnerships. 2. Has work begun on any part of this project? Yes® No❑ If yes, (i.e. Has the contracted activities been competitively bid? Is the contractor a certified Section 3 business? Has an Environmental Review been performed ?) The IBDC was opened on March 2011 and has been continuously providing technical assistance and business support to the Immokalee community. Currently there are thirteen businesses enrolled in the program looking for assistance in start -up or expansion. Local potential entrepreneurs have frequently contacted the IBDC office seeking information on the program and enrollment. Partnerships and agreements have been formed or are in the process of being arranged with different educational institutions and organizations. The IBDC has solidified partnerships with following agencies: Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2013 21 1684 • Immokalee Chamber of Commerce • National Business Incubator Association • Florida Business Incubator Association • US Small Business Administration (SBA) FGCU Small Business Development Center (SBDC) • SCORE • Empowerment Alliance of Southwest Florida • Florida Community Bank • Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA) • Southwest Florida Workforce Development Board, Inc. (Exhibit 14: Memorandums of Understanding) Explain why CDBG /HOME fonds are needed for this activity. The CRA has identified a unique and proven method to improve the business and economic climate in Immokalee, which was the creation of the IBDC. The milestones and success stories from the one year operation of the business development center proves that this unique method will be a driving force in changing the economic conditions in Immokalee to help micro - enterprises. The effect's of the recession have left this low -wage, limited opportunity area in need of job opportunities now more than ever. The additional funds are needed to continue with the program's goal which is to create long -term economic growth and job creation in Immokalee by addressing the problem of unemployment and narrow industry opportunities in Immokalee. The funds will be used for salary support for key employees to operate the business development center and to provide hands -on- management assistance, workshops and training, information technology, technical assistance, and vital business support services. The CRA believes using CDBG funding for economic development by helping micro - enterprises in Immokalee would achieve one of the three (3) HUD National Objectives, benefiting low- and - moderate income persons, create jobs, as well as further the objectives of Collier County and the Redevelopment Plan. 4. List any MBE /WBE (minority business enterprises /woman business enterprises) or DBE (disadvantaged business enterprises or Section 3) expected to be utilized in this activity. Immokalee has a population of 24,154. Out of this total, 18,267 are Hispanic or Latino and 10,802 are female. Based on the demographics of the area, MBE's and WBB's are encouraged and targeted in marketing techniques and promotional strategies for training. While in the programs, firms are provided with workshop /training on how to become Section 3, MBE, WBE, and HUBZone certified. S. Total number of persons to benefit directly from this activity: The total number of beneficiaries is dependent upon the size and the amount of the participants that are enrolled in the IBDC. Currently, the IBDC has ten (13) participants enrolled in the program. We anticipate in enrolling an additional three (3) to four (4) new participants during the upcoming year. Each of the new enrollees expect to have a workforce of between one (1) to two (2) fulitime employees each. Of these, a minimum of one (1) position is expected to be opportunities for persons without relevant training or experience, and are expected to primarily serve the unskilled /LMI populations. Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2013 22 During a regular funding cycle, the above numbers would be used to calculate the number of LMI expected to benefit from the requested fiends. However, the length of time for the project has been limited to six months and as such, IBDC expects a minimum of two (2) LMI persons to directly benefit from the CDBG funds being requested. The participants in the IBDC will have many indirect beneficiaries as capital is spent in Immokalee and tax revenues are generated for Collier County through increase in productive space and the businesses expand and relocate into other open market locations in the Immokalee area. IDWhat is the targeted income range for this activity? LMI Persons and Households. (A LMI Household is defined as having less than 80% of the area median income) The IBDC will use the HUD Income Guideline in determining LMI Persons and Household. CiHow will applicants /beneficiaries be deemed eligible for this activity? Prospective clients are considered for admission to the IBDC without regard to race, sex, age, or disability. All prospective clients are required to complete an application forms) for admission and to submit a written Business Plan or a one page Executive Summary for review by the I BDC Center Manager and Director. During review, the following items are examined: potential viability, number of job created, demographic served, and overall economic benefits to the community. After review, the IBDC Manager presents prospective clients to the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Board (or their designee) for final approval for admission. Each potential firm or individual is reviewed for overall viability and potential for success, as well as the ability to serve the desired demographic. The need for the product /service In the community, the individuals determination and passion for the business, and whether the individual is coachable are also factors that are considered when interviewing a potential participant. Projects that meet the thresholds established by the IBDC are eligible to participate in the business incubation process. Businesses are required to complete CDBG Income eligibility forms for all applicants to employment in the IBDC business Following submission of the Business Plan or Executive Summary, the IBDC Manager will review and determine, in conjunction with the applicant, an expected date of graduation from the IBDC program. Applicants can expect to continue to receive IBDC assistance for a maximum of two (2) years. Periodic evaluations of businesses are conducted and staff is available to assist. OHow will applicants /beneficiaries be income qualified for this activity? For job creation, the IBDC will use the HUD Income Guideline in determining LMI Persons and Households. Applicants will be asked to provide documents such as current years W2 or Tax Return, copies of paycheck stubs, and copy of voucher or award letter if individual is on Public Assistant. 6, if a waiting list of clients to be served is maintained, please describe the method of selection, ranking or preference if any. Potential firms are served on a first -come, first- served basis in accordance with their ability Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2013 23 1684 to meet the qualifications described above (potential viability, number of job created, demographic served, and overall economic benefits to the community.) 1. What is the need or problem your agency intends to address? Describe the problem using local data & information. Immokalee is designated by the Florida Governor's Office of Trade, Tourism and Economic Development (OTTED) as a Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern (RACEC) and as a Rural Enterprise 'Lone (EZDA). Immokalee is a rural, economically depressed area that is starting to realize some gradual economic growth, but still lacking stable, employment opportunities that pay a living wage. One of the main barriers to the start -up and expansion of business enterprises in Immokalee is the lack of a full time known resource conveniently located in the enterprise zone to assist start -up and expansion of existing businesses. According to the 2010 Census, Immokalee has a population of 24,154, of which nearly 41.2% live below the federal poverty level.. Immokalee's median household income in 2010 was $23,897, versus Florida's median household income of $47,661 and the US median household income of $51,914. The Per Capita Income in Immokalee Is $9,948 compared with Florida's Per Capita Income of $26,551 and the US Per Capita Income of $27,334. (Source: 2010 Census Bureau Fact Sheet) Immokalee has a very young workforce (the average age of a worker in Immokalee is 24.7 years old) which is largely unskilled and is seasonal in nature (the seasonal population influx has been estimated as being as high as 84% for the Immokalee area). Florida industry has evolved to be receptive —if not dependent upon- seasonal populations based on tourism, and thus, many business opportunities, models, and knowledge exists where there is tourism -based population swell. However, the migratory nature of the workforce In Immokalee is one where the population does not have a disposable income, rather, aside from spending on essential goods and services, much of the capital raised in Immokalee through agricultural production are sent to outside of Immokalee. The IBDC seeks to address the general problem of a weak economic and business climate in Immokalee, and to address some of the barriers to entry for new micro - enterprises. A full time presence and full business plan support would greatly increase the number of successful start -ups. It is the intent of the IBDC to address these problems through the implementation of the business development center where environmental and social conditions can be addressed and overcome through a combination of support, education, and business guidance and assistance. The additional funds will permit the IBDC to attain the tools needed to continue promoting business growth, job creation, proper working environment and economic growth and stimulus for the Immokalee community. The need for the promotion of economic development and job creation has been Identified in the Collier County Comprehensive Plan. This grant opportunity furthers the programs and projects within budgetary and policy guidance for the CRA and BCC of Policy 4.2 of the Future Land Use Element of the Growth Management Plan which reads as follows: "The Immokalee Area Master flan addresses conservation, fitture land use, population, Collier County HHVS Grant Application liY12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2013 24 1684 recreation, transportation, housing, and the local economy. Major purposes of the Master Plan are coordination of land uses and transportation planning, redevelopment or renewal of blighted areas and the promotion of economic development." 2. List your goals /objectives, activities to implement and expected outcomes. (# of units; H of individuals; etc). The goals /objectives of the IBDC is to provide (1) a full time known resource conveniently located in the enterprise zone to assist start -up; and (2) expansion of existing businesses. The IBDC will enable small business owners to develop their businesses here, receive the assistance they need here, hire local talent here, and provide useful service to the people in the rural Immokalee community. IBDC will provide services to participants both onsite (the IBDC office) and offsite (at the business location) On -site technical assistance services: • Business planning, • Book keeping, • Licensing, • Information technology • Insurance • Legal assistance • Procurement (negotiator to help buyers of equipment, parts, materials, and supplies make efficient purchase) Mentoring programs Marketing assistance Workshop /training on business topics Business management and presentation training Networking with other businesses and community officials In providing these services to the community, the IBDC expects to create long -term economic growth and job creation in Immokalee, as well as revitalize neighborhoods, commercialize emerging technologies and strengthen the local and regional economies. Because of the length of time provided by the Granting Agency for each project, the IBDC expects to create 1 new company, each expects to have a workforce between one (1) to two (2) fulltime employees, creating 2 jobs. Of these, a minimum are expected to be opportunities for persons without relevant training or experience, and are expected to primarily serve the unsldlled /LMJ populations. 3. Describe the service area /neighborhood and how you will reach out to the target population. The IBDC is located within a federally designated as a Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone). Contracting program provides federal contracting opportunities for qualified small business within the zone. This program fosters the growth of federal contractors. Immokalee is a designated Rural Enterprise Zone. The CRA is an Enterprise Zone Development Agency (EZDA). Businesses locating (sere may be eligible for jobs tax credit, corporate, sales and use tax credits, sales tax refunds for machinery, equipment, and building materials. Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY12 -13 Re-Program 01 -2013 25 1684 These incentives will allow the IBDC to attract a wide range of businesses in which to serve Immokalee and the County. The CRA and the IBDC has developed a marketing plan for reaching out to potential entrepreneurs and businesses in the area and for disseminating news and information about the Center's activities. This plan includes the use of all local newspapers, local new media, word of mouth, and the CRA and IBDC webpage, Immbiz.com. The CRA has also retained the services of Steve Hart Communications, a professional marketing firm familiar with the greater Immokalee area to market the IBDC. 4. Please describe any anticipated obstacles you may encounter and how you expect to overcome them? There are several obstacles such as the lack of available infrastructure for new businesses, education and training, regulatory barriers, lack of available financing for new businesses, and high impact fees that can hinder the outcome of this program. All of these factors are things that can directly impact the success of any business. In order to have the highest likelihood of success, for the business development center as an entity and for the firms to which it is serving, the IBDC will: a. Apply for grants that will provide funding for the IBDC to build a structure to not only house the business development center, but that will provide local businesses with lease space. b. Form partnership with universities, technical schools, governmental agencies, and other organizations to facilitate training, workshops, and mentoring in the business development center. c. Inform participants of programs such as the Impact Fee Reimbursement Program and the Deferred Impact Fee Program. d. Implementation of a Microenterprise Loan Guaranty Program to assist new and existing small business owners who are Mutable to access credit provided by banks and other traditional lenders. An additional challenge is the limited media resources in the Immokalee community. Malting the community aware of the program and the resources available can be a difficult task. To that end, the IBDC has contact several outside media outlet -WINK News, Immokalee Bulletin, and Naples Dailey News- to solicit their services in bringing awareness to the program. Collier County HHVS Grant Application FYI 2-13 Re-Program 01 -2018 26 1684 PROJECT DESCRIPTION (please be brief) The lmmokalee CRA has implemented a business development center- the °lmmokalee Business Development Center" (IBDC). IN The 1BDC Program Is an economic development tool designed to facilitate the growth and development of new and existing micro - enterprises in the BIZ Immokalee Community. The program consist of several components such as, immo oeeO ness workshops, trainings, information technology, hand -on- management DevelopmenlCenler assistance, education, technical, and vital business support services, networking resources, and financial advice to achieve the specified goal, job creation. Management and staff will assist new businesses with a variety of technical assistance programs to aid the development of their businesses and to enhance the management skills of the business owner. Participants are provided with a one -stop shop which consists of the following • Educational workshops and training • Entrepreneurial School • Information Technology • Assistance in job creation Education Workshops /Troining One of the biggest costs to entrepreneurs is the expense of attending educational workshops and training essential to build up the skills needed to be successful. The educational component of the program has been successful due in large part to the community of our partners that have helped maintained a network of support to the clients. Partnerships have been solidified with different educational institutions, financial Institutions, and organizations to provide workshops on a variety of current relevant business topics. Presenters provide participants with new ideas, practical business skills, and valuable Information. The IBDC offers several workshops /training during the year and participants are required to attend three (3) of the following workshops / trainings: • Landlord Tenant Rights Concerning Commercial Property • Section 3 Business Certification Workshop • IRS & OSHA Presentation for Small Business Owners • Business Law • Basic Bookkeeping • Insuring Your Small Business • Credit Repair Workshop • Business Plan Writing - Don't leave class without one. (6 week course) • Tax Tips for Small Business Owners • MBE Certification Process Collier County HHVS (rant Application FY12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2013 27 1684 • Quick Books (2 days) • Media Marketing Tools • PTAC (Procuring Government Contract) Entrepreneur School Many business owners know how to do the work of a business. However, they lack the knowledge needed to sustain and grow a business. The IBDC Entrepreneur School is a six week class developed to assist the entrepreneurs in evaluating their idea and teach them basic business skills and techniques. Participants who are staring a new business are required to attend this six weeks course. The class provides them with the management and organizational skills needed to be successful. During the six weeks, student will learn: • Business basics, • Small business management planning, • Small business marketing, • Basic bookkeeping, • The essentials of a business plan, and • How to finance a small business. Information Technology IBDC has a computer /training center available to enhance participants' skills in financial management, power -point presentations, word processing, excel- spreadsheets, and business accounting. Participants will have access to computers for hands -on training on different business software. Participants who are not knowledgeable in business related software are required to attend at least one of the following training sessions: • Quick Book • Basic Bookkeeping • Excel- spreadsheets • Power -point presentations • Business accounting Also, participants who do not have access to computers at the place of business can utilize the computer lab. Job Creation In 2003, the Collier County Board of County Commissioners established the Collier County Economic Stimulus Program to support economic diversification and induce new, high -wage job creation in Collier County by supporting the expansion of existing business and offering incentives to attract new industry. Following that same path, the IBDC program seeks to create long -term economic growth and job creation in Immokalee. In an effort to create jobs, the IBDC, through the job Creation component of the program educate participants on how to qualify for contracts awarded by different government, county, and state entities. Our staff assists business in the following: • Section 3 Certification Collier County HHVS Grant Application FYI 2-13 Re- Program 01 -2013 28 1664 • Disadvantage Business Enterprise Certification • HUBZone Certification • Procurement Technical Assistance (PTAC) The primary goal of the IBDC program is to assist and educate entrepreneurs, enabling them to be self - sustaining businesses at the end of the two year program thus bringing change to the economic conditions In Immokalee and create jobs. With the additional CDBG Funds, the IBDC intends to create two (2) LMl jobs for people in Immokalee. BUDGET: Line Item CDBG Funds Regular Salaries 56,000 Other Salaries 35,000 Health 13,300 Life 7,664 _ Social Security Matching 4,500 Retirement-Regular 4,500 Worker's Comp 100 Total Personal Services 121,064 Other Contractual Services 4,000 Mileage Reimbursement 1,500 Travel Professional 1,000 Travel Re lar 500 Utilities - Cellular Telephone 3,600 Post Frei ht - 150 Postage 400 Cable/Internet Rent Buildings 6,350 Insurance General 500 Office Equipment 500 Printing & Binding 500 Other Ads 500 Marketing 1,000 Office Supplies 883 Copy Charges 500 Computer Software - Books and Publications 500 Dues and Memberships 700 Total: $144.147.00 Collier County FIliVS Grant Application FY 12-13 Re- Program 01-2013 29 w fit...■ _� _.._ .l.1.' ..l1." •11• mumin, 1111TOM 1. "! I •. Milestone Deadline 09 -30 -2013 • Hire Administrative April 2013 I'm �> aE, �• • Entrepreneur School May 2013 fit...■ _� _.._ .l.1.' ..l1." •11• mumin, 1111TOM 1. "! I •. Milestone Deadline 09 -30 -2013 • Hire Administrative April 2013 Assistant from job Bank September 2013 • Entrepreneur School May 2013 • Complete and Release April 2013 workshop and training May 2013 schedule for next quarter April 2013 • Complete and Release July 2013 workshop and training schedule for second session • Implement scheduled July 2013 workshops September 2013 • Implement scheduled workshops for next session September 2013 • Entrepreneur School • Assessment of business September 2013 incubation process and workshop and trainin s program adjustment .READ &LESS, U C11 1;E !IM 1. Describe specific steps the organization will take to implement the proposed project. Project Tasks Start Date End Date Hire Administrative April 2013 September 2013 Assistant from job Bank Entrepreneur School Aril 2013 May 2013 Complete and Release April 2013 April 2013 workshop and training schedules Complete and Release July 2013 July 2013 . workshop and training schedules Implement quarterly May 2013 July 2013 workshop and trainin s Implement quarterly August 2013 September 2013 workshop and trainin s Entrepreneur School August 2013 Se tember 2013 Collier County I IFIVS (:.rant Application TY12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2013 30 1664 Assessment of business September 2013 September 2013 incubation process and DRI - Stormwater 24,519 program adjustment 3.1 million DRI - Stormwater 2. Who will be responsible to carry out these special steps? The CRA Interim Director and the IBDC Manager will administer and direct the program. 3. What are the resources you currently have available to implement this activity? The IBDC was awarded $61,088 of CDBG which is budgeted to cover a portion of key employees and will expire on December 2013. The CRA will use Tax Increment Funds (T1F) for the general support of activities and needs of the IBDC. Furthermore, the IBDC has partnered with entities to provide various educational and entrepreneurial -based training as in -kind contribution h. What projects have your organization completed in the past two years in a timely manner? Be specific. PROJECT LMi PERSON ASSISTED LOCATION TOTAL DOLLARS DRI - Stormwater 24,519 Downtown Immokalee 3.1 million DRI - Stormwater 19,860 Immokalee Drive 2.1 millon CDBG -IBDC - Job Creation 5 Immokalee 210,000 expire June 15, 2012 CDBG - Crosswalk 19,860 Immokalee Rd. /Main St. 140,000 CDBG - First Street Plaza 19,860 First and Main Streets 810,000 1. Explain how your organization's experience in completing the activity listed in your application. Explain how your organization has sufficient capacity to administer the proposed project. Include staffing level, qualifications of key staff and organizational structure. The Collier County BCC, acting as the CRA, is comprised of five elected officials responsible for providing services to protect the health, safety, welfare, and quality of life of the citizens of Collier County. The CRA has the general resources of Collier County at its disposal, and has appointed well qualified staff to assist them in carrying out the specific tasks of aiding them in the redevelopment of the Immokalee area. Significant support for the project exits from the Advisory Board of the CRA, which Is made up of 12 highly experienced community members. The Collier County Clerk of the Court assists this organization by overseeing the fiscal and financial aspects of the program. Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY12 -13 Re-Program 01 -2013 31 1684 CRA oversight: The Interim Director, Bradley Muckel, brings 18 years of successful experience and training in architectural design and project management to the efforts of the CRA. Mr. Muckel coordinates a variety of improvement and revitalization projects designed to meet the committee's objective. The IBDC Manager, Marie Capita, has a diverse career in the business community with expertise in the ethnic community. Ms, Capita's career history includes teaching at Miami Dade Community College, managing a law practice, and operating a Haitian Bakery in Immokalee. She is multi - lingual speaking English, French, and Creole. Ms. Capita graduated from Florida International University with a B.A. Degree in Finance and continued her education at the University of Miami earning a juris Doctor degree. 2. Explain your organizations ability to comply with grant reporting requirements. As an entity of the County, the CRA fiscal and financial oversight is done through the Collier County Clerk of the Court's system of checks and balances. 3. Comment on your organization's knowledge of and ability to follow federal /state project guidelines, The IBDC was funded by a $212,000.00 two year CDBG fund which will expired in October 2012. During the grant period, the CRA, along with IBDC staff, has handled the monitoring and monthly reporting to HHVS. This involved producing a detail Invoice of all spending, attached receipts, report on programs' activities and all individuals who have been assisted. 4. Include a summary of your organization's past participation in federally /state funded programs as well as the number of clients assisted, location of each project and total dollars expended per project. PRO113CT LMI PERSON LOCATION TOTAL ASSISTED DOLLARS DRI - Stormwater 24,519 Downtown Immokalee 3.1 DRI - Stormwater 19,860 Immokalee Drive 2.1 CDBG -IBDC -Job Creation 5 Immokalee 210,000 Immokalee Rd. /Main CDBG - Crosswalk 19,860 St. 140,000 CDBG - First Street Plaza 19,860 First and Main Streets 810,000 Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY12 -13 Re-Program 01 -2013 32 EM 5. Explain the ability of your organization to provide programmatic oversight for this grant funded program. TOTAL PROTECT BUDGET Collier County HIJVS Grant Application FY12 -13 Re--Program 01 -2013 33 Federal In -Kind Other Funds Funding Sources funds Director Oversight CRA ~ _Executive Regular Salaries 56,000 CDBG CDBG Other Salaries 35,000 CDBG Mealth 13 300 Life 716-6-4 CDBG CDBG Social Security Matching 4,500 CDBG Retirement-Regular 4,500 CDBG Worker Compensation 100 CDBG /IBDC's Partners Other Contractual Services 4,000 5,000 1,400 CPA IT Allocations 3,585 CRA Lease E ui ntent CDBG Mileage Reimbursement 11500 CDBG /CRA Travel Professional 1,000 CDBG Travel Regular 500 Utilities - 1,200 CRA Electricity CDBG Cellular Telephone 3,600 CDBG Post Freight 150 CDBG Postage 400 3,596 CRA Cable/Internet CDBG Rent Buildings 6,350 CDBG Insurance General 500 CDBG Office Equipment 500 CDBG Printing & Binding 500 CDBG Other Ads 500 2,000 4,000 CDBG /IBDC Marketing 12000 1 1 Partners CRA Collier County HIJVS Grant Application FY12 -13 Re--Program 01 -2013 33 1684 Reimbursement CDBG /CRA Office Supplies 883 500 CDBG /CPA Copy Charges 500 1,500 CRA Minor Office E ui ment Computer Software CDBG Books and Publications 500 CDBG Dues and Memberships 700 " 4,420 CRA Custodial /cleaning Services TOTAL $144147 $7,000 $20 201 Have other funding sources been identified and secured? Yes® No0 Indicate status of each funding request from other sources and whether or not the implementation of this activity is contingent on receiving funds from other sources. The CRA was awarded $61,088 for FY2012 -2013. The funds will be used for salary support for key employees to operate a business development center to recruit potential business owners to the Immokalee Community. CRA funds in the amount of $20,000.00 have been budgeted for the operating expenses of the 1BDC. Since the amount awarded is not sufficient to cover operating expense for one year, these funds will also be used to cover expenses that are not covered by the current grant until the entitlement period of the requested grant begins. Indicate status of each funding request from other sources and whether or not the implementation of this activity is contingent on receiving funds from other sources. 2. Attach award letter and /or letter of intent for each funding commitment and date of funding availability. See Attached Exhibit Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2013 34 1664 3. Of the total project cost, what percentage has been, or will be financed with CDBG /HOME? CDBG] HOME Funding (divided by) Total Project Cost = Percentagg $83,000 (divided by)- 171.34$ = 48 ($ amount requested) (Total project cost) 4. Determine the amount of funds used per person, by dividing the total ftinds requested by the number of persons directly benefiting: $83,000 /ZLM1 persons= $41,500 S. Can you provide evidence of long term support for this project? Can this project continue after this round of funding? Explain how the project is sustainable. The Collier County CRA (Immokalee) has garnered the Board of County Commissioners permission to spin this program into an independent Not- for - Profit entity. This process along with the IBDC's long term plan will help the program in becoming economically self - sufficient. The plan includes securing a portfolio of grants (EDA, CDBG, RBEG), build a structure that will be used to house the IBDC and a Regional commercial kitchen. The structure is expected to have adequate space to be leased out to potential businesses. The leasing of the spaces, the fees charge for the hourly use of the commercial kitchen and the fees charged for the workshops /training will allow the IBDC to structure a methodology to procure revenue as well as successful client companies that will pay taxes as well as provide a return to the IBDC for operational and expansion costs. In this manner the CRA served as a catalyst toward the development and successful implementation of the IBDC and will help in the transition of it from being a County entity into a not - For - profit entity. 6. Explain the management and financial ability of your organization to provide financial oversight for grant funds. The CRA has the general resources of Collier County at its disposal, and has appointed well trained and qualified staff to assist them in carrying out the specific tasks of aiding them in managing and overseeing the grant funds. The Cleric of Court will use its system of checks and balance to oversee the fiscal and financial aspect of the grant funds. CRA oversight: Marie Capita, the center manager, has a Bachelor Degree in finance and has over 10 years experience of managing her own business. For the past year Ms. Capita has been handling the daily management and oversight of the current CDBG being used to Rind the IBDC. Ms. Capita is responsible for budgeting oversight and financial responsibility. Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2013 35 1684 7. Explain how your organization will provide funding for your proposed project during the reimbursement process. Include all funding sources for your proposed project. The CRA will provide funding for the proposed project during the reimbursement process from TIF funds. All applicants are encouraged to provide leverage funds. Leverage will positively impact the application. Leverage must be provided during the term of the agreement. PLEASE NOTE: O�f ME PROTECTS REQUIRE A 25% MATCH 1. Does your organization have an established accounting system? Yes® No[] If yes, please provide a certification from a Certified Public Accountant to that effect or a HUD approved audit summary. Collier County Clerk of Court Finance and Accounting 2, Attach one copy of the signed annual financial statement for each of the past two years. 1. Provide an evaluation plan that includes specific performance measurements. Measuring the performance of a business development center is a two -fold endeavor in that it must measure the performance of the center (mission, governance, and staffing, selecting clients, servicing them, facilities management, and graduation) and its impact on and /or contribution to the local economy as well as tracking the success of the clients. Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2013 36 The Immokalee Business Development Center will annually collect: 1.. Quantifiable data and information to ensure the incubation program is meeting its mission. a. Contribution to the local economy: number of clients served, jobs created, salaries paid, revenues earned and other economies gains. b. impact data from its current clients: revenue, employment, investment, etc. c. Impact data from graduates for a minimum of five years: revenue, employment, investment, etc. in accordance with the guidelines stated by the National Business Incubator Association, the IBDC will keep detailed performance data relevant to measuring the impact of the center's economic impacts on the community. The main data to be collected include the number of employees in the center, salaries of the employees at the center, the gross revenue of the firms, the dollar amount of capital raise by the firms, the dollar amount of grants raised by the firm, and the number of firms that are still in business five years after leaving the center. 2. What strategies will you implement to collect the data necessary to analyze your results? Quarterly meetings with participants to review books and evaluate milestones will help staff collect the data necessary to analyze the results of program. Client surveys will be created to gather not only outcome data, but also client satisfaction data. Questions will be asked to survey participants' satisfaction on the following: • Training and mentor programs • Space and facility services • Networking and Social events • Workshops /trainings • Service provider program • IBDC Staff performance • Efforts to assist firms in obtaining financing When implementing the programs, IBDC staff relies heavily on the experience of other incubator center managers, the Florida Business Incubator Association (17131A), and the National Business Incubator Association (NB1A). Grant final evaluation - creation of three (2) new LM Full -time employees. 3. What impact do you expect to have on your target audience and the community? The opening of the IBDC has had an immediate positive impact on the community. First, there are currently enrolled thirteen participants in the program who the IBDC is assisting either with their start -up or expansion plans. From these participants, jobs will be created for LMI persons in the Immokalee area through the hiring of workers. The new businesses will be able to take advantage of the different incentives that are being offered to businesses in the Immokalee area. Second, people are constantly calling seeking information about the program and the different workshops /trainings being offered. Through the incubation process it is expected that numerous social benefits will be gained through the shared experiences of persons developing and operating successful businesses. Third, the IBDC will breed a new form of energetic entrepreneurs who will change the economic climate in Immokalee by forming new business enterprises and job creation. Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY12-13 Re- Program 01 -2013 37 W4 4. Include any letters of support for your project from your community or local partners. (Exhibit 15) Environmental issues: An Approved Environmental report must be completed prior to commencement of any project. Check the appropriate items to the hest ofyour knowled_gg as it pertains to the proposed activity. a. Project /property is located on a historical or archeological site. Yes❑ No® b. Project /property is in the 100 -year flood plain. Yes❑ Noz c. Project /property is in a wetlands area. Yes❑ No® d. Project /property is in a coastal barrier area. Yes❑ No® e. Project /property is within a half -mile of an airfield. Yes❑ No® f. Project /property is near storage or manufacturing facility of industrial products. Yes[] No® g. Project /property is on or near soil contaminated by diesel /fuel or gasoline. Yes❑ No® h. Is the proposed activity expected to impact the environment in any negative manner or pose a hazard or nuisance? Yes❑ Nog i. Are any endangered or threatened or listed species located on the proposed project site? Yes❑ No® j. Are there any environmental concerns or impediments associated with the proposed activity? If yes, please provide detail. Yes❑ No® k. is the proposed activity expected to adversely affect the environment? YesD No® I. Project /property is on a properly zoned site. If not properly zoned, please explain. Yes❑ No® Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY12 -13 Re-- Prograin 01 -2013 38 U 4 IN Wall m. Project /property is on or near soil contaminated by diesel /fuel or gasoline. Yes[] Igo® Note: If any of the above items is marked yes, please provide an explanation of how the proposed project is affected and the expected impact on the surrounding environment. REQUIRED EXHIBITS Please attach and label as follows: Exhibit 1. Copy of 501(c) (3) Certificate from IRS Exhibit 2. Articles of Incorporation Exhibit 3. By -Laws Exhibit 4. Organizational Chart Exhibit S. List of Current Board of Directors Exhibit 6. Resumes, Pay Scales with job Descriptions Exhibit 7. State of Florida Certificate of Good Standing Exhibit B. Board Resolution authorizing submittal of grant application Exhibit 9. Most recent financial statement Exhibit 10. Acknowledgement of Religious Organization Requirements Exhibit 11. Debarment letter Exhibit 12. Match /Leverage Award letters /Evidence of Fund Availability (if applicable) Exhibit 13, Procurement Policy (if applicable) NAPLES FL. FY 2013 MEDIAN FAMILY HUD INCOME GUIDELINES EFFECTIVE December 11, 2012 FY 2013 FY 2013 Income Median Income 1 2 3 S 6 7 8 Limit Income Limit Person Person Person EPe Person Parson Person Person Area Category Extremely Low (30 %) Income $14,550 $16,600 $16,700 $20,750 $22,450 $24,100 $25,750 $27,400 Limits Naples- Marco Island, $65,700 Very Low (50 %) Income $24,250 $27,700 $31,150 $34,800 $37,400 $40,150 $42,950 $45,700 FL MSA Limits Low (80 °k) Income Limits $ 750 $44,300 $49,850 $S5,J50 $59,800 $64,250 $68,650 $73,100 Source: http: / /www,huduser org/ port al /datasets /i1 /1113 /indexjl2ol3.litml Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY 12-13 Re- Program 01 -2013 39 Exhibit 10 Acknowledgement of Religious Organization Requirements in accordance .with the First Amendment of the United States Constitution "church /state principles,' CDBG /HOME assistance may not, as a general rule, be provided to primarily religious entities for any secular or religious activities. Therefore, the following restrictions and limitations apply to any provider which represents that it is, or may be deemed to be, a religious or denominational institution or an organization operated for religious purposes which is supervised or controlled by or operates in connection with a religious or denominational institution or organization. A religious entity that applies for and is awarded CDBG /HOME funds for public service activities must agree to the following: 1. It will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of religion and will not limit employment or give preference to persons on the basis of religion. 2. Yt 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 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 organization's project depends upon compliance with the requirements contained in this agreement. Signature: Date: Printed name and title Commissioner Donna Fiala CRA Board Chair Notary Sworn to (or affirmed) and subscribed before me this day of _ . 2013 gy who is (personally known) or (produced identification) state type of identification Appfove d me to torrn & legal SuiftleVIOV Signature of Notary Public Print Name ..� .— r�...,r.a...:.. _..�An41 t ant i.',oun9y Att ©r ,a,.ney Collier County HHVS Grant Application FY12-13 Re- Program 01 -2G13 A 1 ` ESST' 40. DWIGHT E. BROOK, Clerk State of Florida County of Collier (stamp) Exhibit 11 INSTRUCTIONS CERTIFICATION REGARDING DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION, INELIGIBILITY AND VOLUN'T'ARY EXCLUSION AGREEMENTS /SUB - AGREEMENTS 1. Each non -profit /contractor of federal financial and non - financial assistance that equals or exceeds $100,000 in federal monies must sign this debarment certification prior to agreement execution. Independent auditors who audit federal programs regardless of the dollar amount are required to sign a debarment certification form. Neither Collier County Housing, Human & Veteran Services nor its agreement non - profit /contractors can contract with subcontractors if they are debarred or suspended by the federal government. 2. This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance is placed when this contract is entered into, if it is later determined that the signed lnnowingly rendered an erroneous certification, the Federal Government may pursue available remedies, including suspension and /or debarment. 8. 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 CPR (Code of Federal Regulations), Part 76. You may contact the grant manager for assistance in obtaining a copy of those regulations. 5. The non - profit /contractor further agrees by submitting this certification that it shall not knowingly enter into any sub - agreement with a person who is debarred, suspended, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this contract unless authorized by the Federal Government. 6. The non - profit /contractor further agrees by submitting this certification that it will require each subcontractor of agreements and /or contracts referencing this contract whose payment will equal or exceed $100,000 in federal monies, to submit a signed copy of this certification with each sub - agreement. 7. Collier County Housing, Human & Veteran Services may rely upon a certification by a nonprofit contractor or subcontractor entity that it is not debarred, suspended, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from contracting or subcontracting unless the department knows that the certification is erroneous. 8. The non - profit /contractor may rely upon a certification by a subcontractor entity that it is not debarred, suspended, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from contracting /subcontracting unless the non - profit /contractor knows that the certification is erroneous. Collier County HHVS Grant Application PY12 -13 Re- Program 01-2013 41 16B4 9. The signed certifications of all subcontractors shall be kept on file with non -profit /contractor. Collier County HHVS Grant Application PY12 -13 Re- Program 01--2013 42 1664 CERTIFICATION REGARDING Exhibit 11 DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION, INELIGIBILITY AND VOLUNTARY EXCLUSION AGREEMENTS /SUB- AGREEMENTS This certification is required by the regulation implementing Executive Order 12549, Debarment and Suspension, signed February 18, 1986. The guidelines were published in the May 29, 1987 Federal Register (52 Fed. Reg., pages 20360 - 20369). (1) The prospective non -profit /contractor certifies, by signing this certification, that neither he nor his principals is presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in contracting with Collier County Housing, Human & Veteran Services by any federal department or agency. (2) Where the prospective non - profit /contractor is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification, such prospective non -profit /contractor shall attach an explanation to this certification. Signature Date Commissioner Donna Fiala, CRA Board Chair Name and Title of Authorized Individual (Print or type) Collier County Board of County Commissioners Name of Organization NFTES —P DW1%JT E. DROW alogli By: ,, femd tie to forth & legal �0401*1 §y �otgl�tant C,etinty Attorney Collier County HENS Grant Applit;ation FY12 -13 Re- l'rogram 01-2013 43 MEMORANDUM Date: February 28, 2013 To: Marie Capita, IBDC Manager Immokalee Business Development Center From: Teresa Cannon, Deputy Clerk Minutes & Records Department Re: CDBG Grant Application 1684 Attached is the fully executed original and three copies you requested of the document referenced above (Item #16B4), of which application was approved by the Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday, February 26, 2013. A copy will be a kept by the Board Minutes and Records Department as part of the Board's official Records. If you have any questions, please contact me at 252 -8411. Thank you. Attachment 1684 Ex1dbft 10 Acknowledgement of Religious O antaaMan Requirements In accordance with the First Amendment of the United States Constitution "church /state pd triples," 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 to 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 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 rganization's project depends upon compliance with the requirements contained in this agreement Signature:n�� J;& Date: .2127120 Printed name nd tide Commissioner Donna Fiala. f RA Board Chair Notary - A1127 Sworn to (or affirmed) and subscribed before me any of_. . 2013 , 42�� 13y who is (personally known) or (produced Y�W tdend type of identification Approved as to t+orrn & fep i SulgOISM Signature of Notary Public Print Napim _ M' r `•° Ass) ant County Atiorney ra y CoifisRowat.ldHYS Gi n. 1A rMcation RY12 -13 Re- Program 01 -2413 ct�Vi � Bf�iQ 11Kit 1664 To the best of my knowledge and belief, data in this proposal Is true and correct I have been duly authorized to apply for this funding on behalf of this agency. l understand that this grant funding is conditioned upon compliance with federal CDBG/HOMB regulations and/ or state regulations. I grant Collier County HHVS access, with notice, to review agency records, make site visit(s), and make other inquiries related to this application. Name /Signature: , nnnnn Fia12 `� "' � iMease Title: CAA Board Chair Date Signed: ATT40., Son App;pvod 48 to farm & iegai 8u1'Aole" Assit nt County Attorney collier County HHVS Grant Appkation FY12-13 Reprogram 01 -2013 9 1684 CERTIFICATION REGARDING Exhibit 11 DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION, INELIGIBILITY AND VOLUNTARY EXCLUSION AGREEMENTS /SUB - AGREEMENTS This certification is required by the regulation implementing Executive Order 12549, Debarment and Suspension, signed February 18, 1986. The guidelines were published in the May 29, 1987 Federal Register (52 Fed. Reg., pages 20360 - 20369). (1) The prospective non - profit /contractor certifies, by signing this certification, that neither he nor his principals is presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared Ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in contracting with Collier County Housing, Human & Veteran Services by any federal department or agency. (2) Where the prospective non - profit /contractor is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification, such prospective non- profit /contractor shall attach an explanation to this certification. 'r�1,4 r.. Signature Date 2,L ?_ �7420/ 3 Commissioner Donna Fiala. CRA Board Chair Name and Tide of Authorized Individual (Print or type) Collier County Board of County Commissioners Name of Organization Appraww as to form & legal $ufNiuiom --�- - Aosl ant County Attorney I. Attest 0 (� Chahlan's Collier County HIHVS Grant Application FY12 -13 Rio- Prpgrain 01 -2018 43 Teresa L. Cannon From: WhiteJennifer <JenniferWhite @colliergov.net> Sent: Thursday, February 28, 2013 8:47 AM To: Teresa L. Cannon Cc: 'MorganTrish'; CapitaMarie; McKuenElly; Neet, Virginia Subject: 2/26/13 - Agenda Item 16 B4. Attachments: CRA CDBG Application.pdf Teresa, Thank you for your assistance this morning. I am writing to inform you that Chairman Fiala's signature is not required to be notarized on the attached application that was approved by the Board on 2/26/13 as Agenda Item 16 B.4. The Clerk's attestation will serve to authenticate the signature. See below statutory provision. 125.17 Clerk. —The clerk of the circuit court for the county shall be clerk and accountant of the board of county commissioners. He or she shall keep their minutes and accounts, and perform such other duties as their clerk as the board may direct. The clerk shall have custody of their seal, shall affix the same to any paper or instrument to which it shall be proper or necessary that the same shall be affixed, and may give copies of writings in his or her custody as the clerk of said board, attested by his or her signature and authenticated by said seal. Thank you, J ew 13. W I i4t, Assistant County Attorney Collier County, Florida Office: 239 - 252 -5709 Under s londa (..avv, e-rnail addresses are pr Aic records. It yoe, do not wane your e -rnwll address released in response, to a public records re ques( do not send r; uciron c mail :o th ;,i entity, instead, contact this o`fir;e, by tekr phone or in sting.