Backup Documents 01/08/2019 Item #16D9 ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS CHECKLIST & ROUTING SLIP
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PRIMARY CONTACT INFORMATION
Normally the primary contact is the person who created/prepared the Executive Summary. Primary contact information is needed in the event one of the addressees
above,may need to contact staff for additional or missing information.
Name of Primary Staff Molly DuVall/Parks and Recreation Phone Number 239-252-2960
Contact/ Department
Agenda Date Item was January 8,2019 Agenda Item Number 16.D.9.
Approved by the BCC
Type of Document Caracara Prairie Preserve Cattle Lease Number of Original 1
Attached Agreement Documents Attached
PO number or account 1 5930
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MEMORANDUM
Date: January 23, 2019
To: Molly DuVall, Environmental Specialist
Conservation Collier
From: Teresa Cannon, Sr. Deputy Clerk
Minutes & Records Department
Re: Caracara Prairie Preserve Cattle Lease Agreement
w/Labelle Ranch, Inc.
Attached is a copy of the agreement referenced above, (Agenda Item #16D9) approved
by the Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday, January 8, 2019.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 252-8411.
Thank you.
Attachment
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Cattle Lease
Lease# CC-103
LEASE AGREEMENT
THIS LEASE AGREEMENT entered into this S+ day of 2019, between
LABELLE RANCH, INC. whose address is 1210 SW 2"d Ave.,Okeechobee, 34974, her fter referred to as
"LESSEE",and COLLIER COUNTY,a political subdivision of the State of Florida,whose mailing address is 3299
Tamiami Trail East,Naples,Florida 34112,hereinafter referred to as "LESSOR".
WITNESSETH
In consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, and other valuable consideration, the parties
agree as follows:
ARTICLE 1. Demised Premises and Use
LESSOR hereby leases to LESSEE and LESSEE hereby leases from LESSOR Three Hundred Sixty Seven
and Seven Tenths(367.7)acres of property described in Exhibit"A," and shown in Exhibit"C",which is attached
hereto and made a part of this Lease, hereinafter called the "Demised Premises," situated in the County of Collier
and the State of Florida, for the sole purpose of cattle grazing and incidental activities that are directly related to
beef cattle production.
All animal husbandry principles and practices applicable to the property and efficient use of grazing
resources shall be followed at all times. The LESSEE shall be responsible for the establishment and implementation
of sound grazing practices based on the best management guidelines of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's
National Resources Conservation Service(EXHIBIT"G").
Consistent with its status as a tenant the LESSEE will have exclusive use and possession of the Demised
Premises,however,the LESSOR may, as specified below: (i)alter its boundaries and/or(ii)make use of portions
of it for hunting,public access EXHIBIT"I",and other activities consistent with the Conservation Collier program,
as described below in this Article 1 and in Article 16(d). LESSOR'S use shall not, however, interfere with
LESSEE'S permitted use of the Demised Premises,nor expose LESSEE to liability to third parties based on the use
that LESSOR is permitted to make of the Demises Premises.
The Demised Premises is leased in its "As Is, Where Is, and With All Faults" condition. LESSEE has
examined the Demised Premises to its complete and total satisfaction and accepts it in its present condition.LESSEE
has had adequate opportunity to investigate the land use and zoning of the Demised Premises and is satisfied that it
can use the Demised Premises for LESSEE's purpose.
This LEASE AGREEMENT may be amended from time-to-time in order to change the size of
the Demised Premises as necessary to accomplish the goals, policies, and objectives of the Conservation Collier
Implementation Ordinance(Ordinance 02-63, as amended). LESSOR'S representative(e.g., Real Estate Services
Staff)shall advise LESSEE,in writing,of its intent to recommend that LESSOR amend this LEASE AGREEMENT.
ARTICLE 2. Term of Lease
LESSEE shall have and hold the Demised Premises for a term of five(5)years,commencing on March 1,
2019. LESSEE is granted the option,provided LESSEE is not in default of any of the terms of this Lease,to renew
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same for two (2) additional terms of one (1) year, under the same terms and conditions, except as to the rental
amount, as provided herein,by giving written notice of LESSEE'S intention to do so to the LESSOR not less than
thirty(30)days prior to the expiration of the leasehold estate hereby created. LESSOR reserves the right to deny
LESSEE,in writing,of any renewal term.
Both LESSOR and LESSEE reserve the right to terminate this lease,without cause,by providing the other
party with at least thirty(30)days written notice to the address set forth in ARTICLE 14 of this Lease.
LESSEE and LESSOR reserve the right to terminate this Lease,with cause,upon default by the other party
as described in Article 12 and in Article 13, after any cure or grace period during the entire term of this Lease, by
providing the other party with thirty(30)days written notice to the address set forth in ARTICLE 14 of this Lease
Upon termination of this Lease by either party,LESSEE will have sixty(60)days to make arrangements to
remove the existing cattle, during which sixty (60) days the cattle must remain. LESSOR will remit to LESSEE
any prepaid and unearned rent for any period that exceeds sixty(30)days after such 60 days. During the sixty(60)
day period that LESSEE remains in possession after termination, LESSEE shall continue to have said mowing
obligations as described in Article 3 or may pay rent prorated at the amount described in Article 12, however,
LESSEE shall not be liable for any interest thereon as described in said Article 12. Such mowing or rent obligations
shall cease when LESSEE vacates the Demised Premises.
All notices shall be effective upon placement of the notice in an official depository of the United States Post
Office,Registered or Certified Mail,Postage Prepaid.
ARTICLE 3. Rent
LESSEE hereby covenants and agrees to pay as rent the annual sum of Seven Thousand Dollars Eight
Hundred Seventy-Five Dollars and Thirty-Five Cents($7,875.35)for grazing Thirty-Five(35)Animal Units(A.U.)
within the Demised Premises plus or minus Two Hundred Twenty-Five Dollars and One Cent($225.01)for A.U.'s
in accordance with ARTICLE 16. LESSEE must certify to the Collier County Preserve Manager the maximum
number of A.U. it is keeping on the Demised Premises at the time the LESSEE submits its Lease payments.Annual
rent shall be paid in full on March 1,2019. LESSEE will also be responsible for the payment of additional rent as
provided for in ARTICLE 4 of this Lease. Collier County may require downward adjustments or allow upward
adjustments to the maximum allowed A.U. that will be provided in writing no less than (60) days before changes
are to take effect.
In the event LESSEE elects to renew this Lease, as provided for in ARTICLE 2, the rent set forth in
ARTICLE 3 shall be increased utilizing the method outlined in ARTICLE 4.
ARTICLE 4. Renewal Term Rent
In the event LESSEE elects to renew this Lease, as provided for in ARTICLE 2, the rent set forth in
ARTICLE 3 shall be increased for each ensuing one (1) year renewal term by five (5) percent from the previous
year,compounded.
ARTICLE 5. Modifications to Demised Premises
LESSOR will conduct a Baseline Inspection within 90 days of March 1,2018 to establish the condition of
the Demised Premises at the start of the Lease.Upon expiration or termination of this Lease,LESSEE will return
the property to the County in the same or better condition as described in the Baseline Inspection Report.
(EXHIBIT H)
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Prior to making any changes,alterations,additions or improvements to the Demised Premises, LESSEE
will provide to LESSOR all proposals and plans for alterations,improvements,changes or additions to the
Demised Premises for LESSOR'S written approval,specifying in writing the nature and extent of the desired
alteration,improvement,change,or addition,along with the contemplated starting and completion time for such
project.LESSOR,or its designee,will then have sixty(60)days within which to approve or deny in writing said
request for changes,improvements,alterations or additions.LESSOR shall not unreasonably withhold its consent
to required or appropriate alterations,improvements,changes or additions proposed by LESSEE.If after sixty
(60)days there has been no response from LESSOR,or its designee,to said proposals or plans,then such silence
shall be deemed as a denial to such request to LESSEE.
LESSEE must maintain all fencing and gates needed to contain cattle or to protect water resources.Any
repairs or modifications made to existing fence infrastructure must be in compliance with LESSOR's standards
and materials as contained in the Specifications for 4-Strand Barbed Wire Fence Construction EXHIBIT"F").
LESSEE covenants and agrees in connection with any maintenance, repair work, erection, construction,
improvement, addition or alteration of any authorized modifications, additions or improvements to the Demised
Premises, to observe and comply with all then and future applicable laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, and
requirements of the United States of America, State of Florida, County of Collier, and all governmental agencies.
All alterations, improvements and additions to the Demised Premises shall at once, when made or installed, be
deemed as attached to the freehold and to have become property of LESSOR.Prior to the termination of this Lease
or any renewal term thereof, or within thirty(30) days thereafter, if LESSOR so directs, LESSEE shall promptly
remove the additions, improvements, alterations, fixtures and installations which were placed in, on, or upon the
Demised Premises by LESSEE, and repair any damage occasioned to the Demised Premises by such removal; and
in default thereof,LESSOR may complete said removals and repairs at LESSEE'S expense.
LESSEE covenants and agrees not to use,occupy,suffer or permit said Demised Premises or any part thereof to
be used or occupied for any purpose contrary to law or the rules or regulations of any public authority.
LESSEE shall not at any time set,or cause to be set,any fire on the Demised Premises without prior notification
to the Collier County Preserve Manager.The County may grant or refuse permission for a prescribed burn in its
sole discretion.
ARTICLE 7. Access to Demised Premises
LESSOR, its duly authorized agents, representatives and employees, shall have the right to enter into and
upon the Demised Premises or any part thereof at any time, without notice to the LESSEE, for the purpose of
examining the same and making repairs,inspecting or curing a default or nuisance,or providing maintenance service
therein,and for the purposes of inspection for compliance with the provisions of this Lease Agreement. If LESSOR
should need to utilize the property for any length of time,for any purpose,the LESSOR shall advise the LESSEE
of its intentions by oral notice.
LESSEE must not hunt,trap,fish or capture any wildlife upon the Demised Premises or allow others to do
so unless: (1)the Demised Premises is established by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission as a
public hunting area and hunting occurs in compliance with the laws and rules established for that area(EXHIBIT
"J");(2)LESSEE obtains prior written approval from the Collier County Preserve Manager.
ARTICLE 8. Assignment and Subletting
LESSEE covenants and agrees not to assign this Lease or to sublet the whole or any part of the Demised
Premises,or to permit any other persons to occupy same without written approval from the LESSOR
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Any such assignment or subletting, even with the consent of LESSOR, shall not relieve LESSEE from liability for
payment of rent or other sums herein provided or from the obligation to keep and be bound by the terms,conditions
and covenants of this Lease. The acceptance of rent from any other person shall not be deemed to be a waiver of
any of the provisions of this Lease or to be a consent to the assignment of this Lease or subletting of the Demised
Premises.
ARTICLE 9. Indemnity
LESSEE, in consideration of Ten Dollars ($10.00), the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby
acknowledged,shall indemnify,defend and hold harmless LESSOR,its agents and employees from and against any
and all liability(statutory or otherwise), damages, claims, suits, demands,judgments, costs, interest and expenses
(including, but not limited to, attorneys' fees and disbursements both at trial and appellate levels) arising directly
from any injury to,or death of, any person or persons or damage to property(including loss of use thereof)related
to (A)LESSEE'S use of the Demised Premises, (B)any work or thing whatsoever done, or any condition created
(other than by LESSOR,its employees,agents or contractors)by or on behalf of LESSEE in or about the Demised
Premises, (C) any condition of the Demised Premises due to or resulting from any default by LESSEE in the
performance of LESSEE'S obligations under this Lease, or(D) any act, omission or negligence of LESSEE or its
agents,contractors,employees,subtenants,licensees or invitees.
It is acknowledged that in accord with the terms of this Lease(i)certain uses may be made of the Demised
Premises by the LESSOR and (ii) LESSOR may permit third parties to make use of the Demised Premises. The
Demised Premises is unimproved agricultural pasture lands and/or naturally vegetated areas. LESSEE'S
responsibilities for maintenance in accord with Article 11,and its responsibility and liability to LESSOR under this
Article 9 are and shall be based on the standards of care required of a tenant of lands having the forgoing
characteristics and uses and an absence of business invitees. In case any action or proceeding is brought against
LESSOR by reason of any one or more thereof,LESSEE shall pay all costs,attorneys'fees,expenses and liabilities
resulting there from and shall defend such action or proceeding if LESSOR shall so request,at LESSEE'S expense,
by counsel reasonably satisfactory to LESSOR.
The LESSOR shall not be liable for any injury or damage to person or property caused by the elements or
by other persons in the Demised Premises, or from the street or sub surface, or from any other place, or for any
interference caused by operations by or for a governmental authority in construction of any public or quasi-public
works.The LESSOR shall not be liable for any loss of livestock,livestock operation,equipment,improvements,or
any other property of LESSEE resulting from any public use,
The LESSOR shall not be liable for any damages to or loss of,including loss due to petty theft,any property,
occurring on the Demised Premises or any part thereof,and the LESSEE agrees to hold the LESSOR harmless from
any claims for damages, except where such damage or injury is the result of the gross negligence or willful
misconduct of the LESSOR or its employees.
ARTICLE 10. Insurance
LESSEE shall provide and maintain a farm liability policy which shall be approved by the Collier County
Risk Management Department, for not less than an amount of One Million Dollars and No/100 Cents
($1,000,000.00)throughout the term or any renewals thereof to this Agreement. In addition,LESSEE shall provide
and maintain Worker's Compensation Insurance covering all employees meeting Statutory Limits in compliance
with the applicable state and federal laws. The coverage shall include Employer's Liability with a minimum limit
of Three Hundred Thousand Dollars and No/100 Cents($300,000.00)each accident.
Such insurance policy(ies) shall list Collier County as an additional insured thereon. Evidence of such
insurance shall be provided to the Collier County Risk Management Department,3335 Tamiami Trail East, Suite
101,Naples,Florida,34112,for approval prior to the commencement of this Lease Agreement;and shall include a
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provision requiring ten(10)days prior written notice to Collier County do County Risk Management Department
in the event of cancellation or changes in policy(ies)coverage.LESSOR reserves the right to reasonably amend the
insurance requirements by issuance of notice in writing to LESSEE, whereupon receipt of such notice LESSEE
shall have thirty(30)days in which to obtain such additional insurance.
LESSOR shall maintain such liability insurance, or self-funded liability reserves, as are appropriate to
protect itself and LESSEE from third party claims based on use of the Demised Premises that the LESSOR is
permitted to make,or allows third parties to make,in accord herewith.
ARTICLE 11.Maintenance
LESSEE shall be allowed to store,within the Demised Premises, in a location approved in writing by the
Collier County Preserve Manager, any functional maintenance equipment and supplies required for activities
directly related to beef cattle production on the Demised Premises.
LESSEE,at its sole cost and expense,shall mow the two hundred and five(205)acres of improved pasture
within the Demised Premises a minimum of one (1) time per year (EXHIBIT "D"). LESSEE may roller chop
specific areas of pasture when needed to control exotic and woody plant growth. LESSEE will notify the Collier
County Preserve Manager before undertaking mowing or roller-chopping activities.Any off-site mowers or other
equipment must be cleaned thoroughly prior to entering the Demised Premises to prevent the introduction of
nuisance or exotic plant species. LESSEE shall develop the mowing schedule and include variables such as
excessive rainfall,drought or other unforeseen conditions,and provide such schedule to the Collier County Preserve
Manager.
Each individual improved pasture within the Demised Premises may include mineral feeders,supplemental
feed trough, and molasses feed tanks to control cattle concentration areas. A map of existing fencing and pasture
configurations can be found in EXHIBIT"E".No outside hay may be brought into the Demised Premises to prevent
introduction of nuisance or exotic plant species. Rotation of cattle shall continue throughout the year on a scheduled
basis. In the event there has been an extremely dry and cold winter or an exceptionally wet season,the cattle will
be managed by LESSEE to fit the available forage.
LESSEE may not fertilize improved pasture areas.
Unless specifically authorized in writing by LESSOR in advance, plowing, ditching or digging of water
holes shall be prohibited.
LESSEE shall,at its sole cost and expense,keep the Demised Premises free from debris, litter, abandoned
equipment and vehicles, and the like, at all times. If said Demised Premises are not kept free from debris, litter,
abandoned equipment and vehicles,and the like,in the opinion of LESSOR,LESSEE'S manager will be so advised
in writing. If corrective action is not taken within ten(10)days of the receipt of such notice, LESSOR will cause
the same to be cleaned and corrected and LESSEE shall assume and pay all necessary cleaning costs and such costs
shall constitute additional rent which shall be paid by LESSEE within ten(10)days of receipt of written notice of
costs incurred by LESSOR.
The LESSEE, at its sole cost, shall repair all damage to the Demised Premises caused by LESSEE, its
employees,agents,independent contractors,guests,invitees,licensees,and patrons.
The LESSEE, at its sole cost, shall remove from the Demised Premises in accordance with all applicable
rules, laws and regulations, all non-naturally occurring solid, liquid, semisolid, and gaseous trash and waste(but
not animal waste)and refuse of any nature whatsoever which might accumulate and arise from the operations of the
LESSEE'S business. Such trash,waste and refuse shall be stored in closed containers approved by the LESSOR.
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LESSEE shall make monthly inspections of fences and gates used to contain cattle and make repairs to the
fencing as needed in compliance with LESSOR's standards and materials as contained in the Specifications for 4-
Strand Barbed Wire Fence Construction(EXHIBIT"F").
LESSOR shall be responsible for all invasive exotic plant maintenance treatments and prescribed burning
of non-pastureland habitats within the Demised Premises.
LESSEE must not apply or allow application of agricultural chemicals including herbicides or pesticides
on the Demised Premises without prior,written approval from the Collier County Preserve Manager.If the County
approves a request from LESSEE, LESSEE must,at a minimum: (1)comply with all federal,state and local laws,
best management practices, regulations and guidelines including those administered by Florida Department of
Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS); and (2) comply with any other condition of the Collier County
Preserve Manager written approval.
LESSEE shall be responsible for providing to the LESSOR,on an annual basis at the time of rent payment,
an inspection report of the property and its operations. At a minimum, the report must include the information
identified in the Annual Cattle Information Report(EXHIBIT"B").
LESSOR/Collier County Preserve Manager shall visit the property at least semi-annually to evaluate the
management and grazing operation. The LESSOR/Collier County Preserve Manager and the LESSEE/Managing
Partner shall meet annually to review and,if necessary, revise any grazing and/or pasture management plans.
LESSEE shall report any violation observed pertaining to rules and regulations promulgated by Collier
County or the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. LESSEE shall immediately report any
incidence of the following:
• Fire
• Vandalism
• Theft
• Poaching
• Trespassing
• Any hazard, condition or situation that may become a liability to the County or may be damaging to the
property or improvements on the property.
LESSEE has no affirmative duty to actively monitor conditions for discovery of such activities.
Any expense related to utilities used solely by the LESSEE shall be paid for by the LESSEE.
ARTICLE 12.Default by LESSEE
Failure of LESSEE to comply for thirty (30) days with any material provision or covenant of this Lease
shall constitute a default, LESSOR may, at its option,terminate this Lease after thirty (30)days written notice to
LESSEE,unless the default be cured within the notice period(or such additional time as is reasonably required to
correct such default).However,the occurrence of any of the following events shall constitute a default by LESSEE,
and this Lease may be immediately terminated by LESSOR:
(a) Abandonment of Demised Premises or discontinuation of LESSEE'S operation.
(b) Falsification of LESSEE or an agent of LESSEE of any report required to be furnished to LESSOR
pursuant to the terms of this Lease.
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(c) Filing of insolvency,reorganization,plan or arrangement or bankruptcy.
(d) Adjudication as bankrupt.
(e) Making of a general assignment for the benefit of creditors.
(f) If LESSEE suffers this Lease to be taken under any writ of execution.
In the event of the occurrence of any of the foregoing defaults in this ARTICLE, LESSOR, in addition to
any other rights and remedies it may have, shall have the immediate right to enter and remove all persons and
property from the Demised Premises.Such property may be removed and stored in a public warehouse or elsewhere
at the cost of and for the account of LESSEE, all without service of notice or resort to legal process and without
being deemed guilty of trespass or being liable for any loss or damage which may be occasioned thereby.
LESSOR may, at its option, terminate this Lease after receipt by LESSEE of thirty (30) days' notice in
writing if a lien is filed against the property or the leasehold interest of the LESSEE,and not removed within thirty
(30)days by LESSEE,pursuant to the Florida Mechanics Lien Law.
If LESSEE fails to pay the rental amount or any additional charges when due to LESSOR as specified in
this Lease,and if said amounts remain unpaid for more than ten(10)days past the due date,the LESSEE shall pay
LESSOR a late payment charge equal to five(5)percent of any payment not paid promptly when due. Any amounts
not paid promptly when due shall also accrue compounded interest of two (2) percent per month or the highest
interest rate then allowed by Florida law,whichever is higher,which interest shall be paid by LESSEE to LESSOR.
ARTICLE 13. Default by LESSOR
LESSOR shall in no event be charged with default in the performance of any of its obligations hereunder
unless and until LESSOR shall have failed to perform such obligations within thirty (30) days (or at LESSOR'S
sole discretion, such additional time as is reasonably required to correct such default) after notice to LESSOR by
LESSEE properly specifying wherein LESSOR has failed to perform any such obligations.
ARTICLE 14.Notices
Any notice which LESSOR or LESSEE may be required to give to the other party shall be in writing to the
other party at the following addresses:
LESSOR: LESSEE:
Board of County Commissioners Mr.Maclean Pulitzer
c/o Real Property Management Elite Office Services of Okeechobee,LLC..
1210 SW 2nd Ave.
3335 Tamiami Trail East,Suite 101 Okeechobee,FL 34974
Naples,Florida 34112
cc: Office of the County Attorney cc:
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 800
Naples,Florida 34112
Conservation Collier Program Coordinator
Golden Gate Community Park
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3300 Santa Barbara Blvd.
Naples,FL 34116
ARTICLE 15. Surrender of Premises
LESSEE shall remove any improvements completed by LESSEE prior to the expiration of this Lease and
shall deliver up and surrender to LESSOR possession of the Demised Premises and any improvements not removed
upon expiration of this Lease, or its earlier termination as herein provided, in as good condition and repair as the
same shall be at the commencement of the term of this Lease or may have been put by LESSOR or LESSEE during
the continuance thereof, ordinary wear and tear and damage by fire or the elements beyond LESSEES control
excepted.
ARTICLE 16.General Provisions
LESSEE agrees to contain cattle within the Demised Premises and prevent cattle from roaming off of the
Demised Premises.
LESSEE shall give oral notice to the Collier County Preserve Manager at least three(3) days prior to any
planned cattle round-up or additional cattle release, to allow the Collier County Preserve Manager the option to
observe the cattle round-up or release.
LESSEE shall maintain no less than Fifteen (15) and no more than Thirty-Five (35) Animal Units at the
Demised Premises without written authorization from LESSOR. Increases to the maximum stocking rate shall be
subject to acceptable range conditions and as determined by the Collier County Preserve Manager. Animal Units
will be established based on the following table:
Table 1: Animal Unit Equivalent Guide
Species Average Animal Unit
Weight Equivalent
(pounds) (AUE)
Cow,dry 950 0.92
Cow with calf 1,000 1.00
Bull,mature 1,500 1.35
Cattle, 1 year old 600 0.60
Cattle,2 year old 800 0.80
LESSEE shall have the right to camp overnight on the Demised Premises,at LESSEE'S own risk,and shall
be required to obtain any necessary permits,if required,for this use.
If LESSEE should elect to destroy sick cattle, any use of firearms shall be permitted by LESSOR so long
as LESSEE is legally permitted to possess such firearm in the County of Collier and/or the State of Florida, as
applicable.
LESSEE acknowledges that there shall be no game hunting or any dispensation of firearms by LESSEE or
his invitees upon the Demised Premises except as specifically allowed under this Lease.
LESSEE fully understands that the police and law enforcement security protection provided by law
enforcement agencies for the above referenced Demised Premises is limited to that provided to any other business
or agency situated in Collier County, and acknowledges that any special security measures deemed necessary for
additional protection of the Demised Premises shall be the sole responsibility and cost of LESSEE and shall involve
no cost or expense to LESSOR.
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LESSEE expressly agrees for itself, its successor and assigns, to refrain from any use of the Demised
Premises which would interfere with or adversely affect the operation or maintenance of LESSOR'S standard
operations where other operations share common facilities.
(a) Rights not specifically granted the LESSEE by this Lease are hereby reserved to the LESSOR.
(b) LESSEE agrees to pay all sales tax imposed on the rental of the Demised Premises where applicable under
law.
(c) If applicable, LESSEE agrees to pay all tangible personal property taxes that may be imposed due to the
creation, by this Lease, of a leasehold interest in the Demised Premises or LESSEE'S possession of said
leasehold interest in the Demised Premises.
(d) LESSEE acknowledges that LESSOR will allow limited seasonal hunting on the Demised Premises under
the regulations of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission CREW Wildlife Environmental Area.
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ARTICLE 18.Extent of Liens
All persons to whom these presents may come are put upon notice of the fact that the interest of the LESSOR
in the Demised Premises shall not be subject to liens for improvements made by the LESSEE, and liens for
improvements made by the LESSEE are specifically prohibited from attaching to or becoming a lien on the interest
of the LESSOR in the Demised Premises or any part of either.This notice is given pursuant to the provisions of and
in compliance with Section 713.10, Florida Statutes.
ARTICLE 19. Quiet Enjoyment
Subject to LESSOR'S rights provided in this Lease,LESSOR covenants that LESSEE,on paying the rental
amount and performing the covenants,terms and conditions required of LESSEE contained herein,shall peaceably
and quietly have, hold and enjoy the Demised Premises and the leasehold estate granted to LESSEE by virtue of
this Lease Agreement.
ARTICLE 20.Waiver
No failure of LESSOR to enforce any terms or conditions herein shall be deemed to be a waiver.
ARTICLE 21.Effective Date
This Lease shall become effective on March 1,2019.
ARTICLE 22.Governing Law
This Lease shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida.
ARTICLE 23.Assignment
LESSEE shall have the right to assign this Lease to a legal entity owned or controlled by LESSEE.
LESSOR must be advised of any such assignment in writing.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have hereunder set forth their hands and seals.
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Exhibit "A"
(Legal Description of Demised Premises)
PROPERTY TAX IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 00053080006 LEGAL
DESCRIPTION:
WEST HALF (W1/2) OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 46 SOUTH, RANGE 28 EAST, OF
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA.
AND
PROPERTY TAX IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 00053080200 LEGAL
DESCRIPTION:
NORTHWEST QUARTER (NW1/4) OF NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE1/4) OF SECTION
30,TOWNSHIP 46 SOUTH,RANGE 28 EAST, OF COLLIER COUNTY,FLORIDA.
EXCEPT SELLERS RESERVE ANY OIL, GAS, AND MINERAL, RIGHTS OWNED BY
THEM AS SET FORTH IN ANY PREVIOUSLY RECORDED DEED.
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Exhibit "B"
(Required Information for Annual Cattle Operation Report)
For each field:
1 Date animals are moved from one pasture to the next.
2 Name of herd.
3 Number of animals in the herd.
4 Field the animals were moved from.
5 Field the animals are moved to.
6 Notes on forage conditions when animals are moved into and out of each field(i.e.forage height,forage
quality,weeds,insects,etc.).
7 Body condition score of animals when they are moved.
8 Notes on management activities that have been conducted,such as when supplement feeders were moved,
and when supplemental water sources were cleaned or repaired
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Exhibit "C"
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Exhibit "E"
(Cattle Fencing, Water Sources, Service Roads and Access Gates)
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Exhibit "F"
(Specifications for 4-Strand Barbed Wire Fence Construction)
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Fence Line Clearing: f•
1. A fence line clearing devoid of all shrubs, trees, and stumps shall be established sufficient to set
posts, erect the new fence, and permit full range of travel for all gates.
2. Any earth disturbed during line clearing shall be returned,as close as possible,to the area's original
grade.
3. All removed vegetation shall be properly disposed. Vegetation may be burned on-site with
permission of the LESSOR once all necessary permits have been obtained. If not burned, all
vegetation shall be disposed of off-site and evidence of proper disposal shall be provided.
Fence Construction:
1. A boundary fence with gates shall be constructed to securely contain cattle within the grazing unit.
Fence lines shall run as straight as possible. The fence shall be four (4) strand barbed wire spaced
equal distance apart starting sixteen (16) inches above the ground up to a height of forty-two 42
inches. All barbed wire shall be stretched completely so that it is springy to the touch before being
fastened to the post. Wire shall be fastened and run on the inside of posts. The space between the
top two strands shall be a minimum of 10"with 12"being most ideal. When possible, the bottom-
most strand shall be smooth wire to facilitate wildlife movement.
2. The barbed wire shall be at least class 3, 15.5 gauge high tensile with minimum breaking load 950 lbs.
Barbs shall be 15.5 gauge, 4-point double wrap with 5 inch spacing. Barbed wire shall confoun to
A.S.T.M. A 121 standards.
3. Staples shall be a standard galvanized, 9-gauge,minimum 1-1/4 inch heavy duty barbed wire fence
type.
4. All posts and braces shall be southern pine or other treatable species and shall meet current
industry standards for physical quality and wood preservation.
5. Line posts (3 1/2-inch top and 6 1/2 feet long) shall be installed plumb, a maximum of 16 feet apart,
and embedded 24 inches in the ground. Backfill posts by thoroughly tamping soil around the post
after every 4" of depth.Posts shall not be shortened to avoid rock removal or additional excavation.
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6. Brace posts (6-inch top and 8 feet long) shall be used in brace assemblies. Brace posts shall be
installed plumb and embedded 3 1/2 feet in the ground. A double brace assembly shall be placed at
the beginning and end of each fence run and single brace assemblies at 1/a mile intervals.All corners
shall have double brace assemblies on each side. A single brace assembly consists of two brace
posts connected at their midpoints with a line post(a single"H")will be installed at'A mile intervals
with two strands of#9 slick wire connected diagonally from the top of one post to the bottom of the
other post.The connecting line post shall have a support line post to the ground at its midpoint.This
wire shall be tightly wound. Connection points of all posts shall be securely nailed using galvanized,
16d,3"nails. Double brace assemblies shall consist of three brace posts,two connecting line posts,
and two support posts (a double "H"). A strand of#9 slick wire shall be fastened at the top of the
"pull side"post and run diagonally, on either side of the connecting line post,to the bottom of the
other brace post(away from the direction of the pull)This wire shall be tightly wound. Connection
points of all posts shall be securely nailed using galvanized, 16d, 3" nails. Backfill posts by
thoroughly tamping soil around the post after every 4" of depth. Posts shall not be shortened to
avoid rock removal or additional excavation.
Gate Construction and Placement:
1. Gate locations and sizes shall be determined by the LESSOR. Gates shall be set 6" off the ground
or as close to that as possible. All gates shall swing level in both directions, shall meet square, and
be no more than 6"apart when closed(except as noted below for 4' gates). Double brace assemblies
shall be constructed on either side of all gates.
2. All gates shall be utility-type, galvanized, 6-rail with vertical braces, and constructed of 1-5/8"20-
gauge tube steel with a smooth finish. All gates shall be 50" in height and individual lengths shall
depend on LESSOR needs. Technical specifications and drawings of gates similar to LESSOR
requirements can be found at www.behlencountry.com.
3. Four-foot gates shall be hinged to swing to the inside and when closed the leading edge shall extend
approximately 4 inches onto the corresponding brace post so that the gate will not swing to the
outside. A galvanized metal spring shall be attached to the outside of the gate so that it tightly holds
the gate closed but a person can easily open.
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Exhibit "G"
(Cattle and Calf Best Management Practices Resources)
Alter Enrolling In BMPe Best Management Practices
An Important part of BMP implementation is documenting it
through record keeping.as specified in FDACS rules end BMP for Florida Cow/Calf Operations
manuals The Is sometimes the only way to confirm 8MP Imply
mentation.DMP records should be accurate.clear,end well. What are Best Management
organized.You may develop your own record.keeping forms or Practices?
use the ones provided to the manual
FDACS staff,UFIFAS Basin Area Team Extension a nte.sal and Na- Agricultural ll peat Management +'�IppI ++
ter mrsservaben districts and USDAtIRCS can assist producers wit. measure(BMPpr du arspraal Ityt-� C r•-'--
measuresl�a�Uroduarsantake 'a �.�7 �
BMP implementation and record keeping methods &
to reduce the amount or petit
dere.pesticides.ani mat waste '`1F1°r'd�.vw1"
and other pollutants entering our
water renounce they are de +•A
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Implementing BMPs: area maintaining agrinultcoal J >•
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Call•(850)617-1727 or Working with stakeholders.the _t s• th
Florida Department of Agriculture
Email-AgBMPHelp@FreshFromFlorlda.com and ConsumerServe.lFOaCS) i Sees Upon
adopted a statewide caw/call ._
manual Tho BMP manual conn :regrow 0.lengrrrent to address
key aspects If water petty and the method and scheduling of in
water conservator typical prat ripper-Ito reduce Peter and rune
hoes Include ant Messes hn the enworvnenl
Nu went Msanatimanl to deter- ItaSer Resource lhc_ectcn using
mine nutrient needs and sources, buffers,setbacks,and svetes to
FDACS Office of Agricultural Water Policy and mange nutrient applicators) reduce or prevent the transport
1203 Governors Square Blvd,Suite 200
matuminimize of sediments as nutrients from
Tallahassee,FL 32301 impactsbwate+reeormproduction areas to waarerbodes
Offke:(850)617.1700
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Examples of Cow/Calf BMPa Whyahould I implement BMPs?
Nutrient&tanagement • Borne BMP,can help you operate more efficiently and reduce
• Using OF/IFAS recommended fertitzahon rates coats,while you help protect the environment.Also,producers
• Utilizing soil and tissue bests for p11 and nutrient analysis enrolled in FDACS BMP programs are eligible for cost-share,when
• Appropriately storing fertilizer.as well as chemicals available.for certain practices
• Establishing and maintaining vegetative buffer strips to alter rune • Implementing(and maintaining)vended FDACS•adopted BAIFN
off before enteringvraterbodies provides a
• Utilizing cross fencing or fencing.sensitive areas to allow for prethe peon of compliants with state water quality
animal rotation and protection of watarbodies standards for Ins pollutants addressed by the BMPs.
• Ptaang water troughs away from heavily used wraterbodies • BMP implementation provides protection under the Florida Right
• Properly utilizing waste to be spread on pastures to Farm Act from duplicative local regulation.
• Managing livestock distribution to reduce any concentrated acct.. • Producers who implement FDAC,Sadopted Bh1Ps might satisfy
mulaton of waste that could lead to contammadng ground water some water management district permitting requirements.Check
or surface waters with your district
• Utilizing controlled-release ler tlizers
Atemauvo Water Soppy£curses • In areas with adopted basin management acorn plans ).
• Capturing In sWrrmvater ponds for later use and some other designated areas.producers who implement
• Utilizing reuse located wastewater)water for irrigation
BMPs avid having to conduct costly wear qualitymonitoring.
• Constructing troughs or tanks fora clean water supply to prevent • BMP participation demonstrates agriculture's commitment to
health hazards water resource protection and helps maintain support for this
Prescribed Grazing alternative approach
• Grazing on established forage heights to maintain dant vigor,
prevent soil erosionand maintain toil moisture levels How do I participate In BM Ps?
• Incorporating flash grazing in established wetland exclusion areas 1. Schedule a meeting with a BMP team member,who will provide a
td manage existing vegetation free FDACS BMP manual and other BMProtated information
Water Resources Managerneut 2 Participate wrath the team member in a free assessment of your
• Determiningtha general water requirements for primary forage
operation.to determine which BMPs apply to you and improved pastures
• Replacing dila oda ted voter control structures with structures that 3 FIIout BMP checklist and sign the Notice of Intent(11011 to
match orginal apeaficetitins and use good sediment and control implement the BMPs
measures 4 Keep a copy of the checklist and aigned 1101 in your records
Wellhead Protection 5 Implement and maintain the applicable BMPs and keep adequate
• Excluding kveutock wittsn a 75-foot rediru of potable wells records,to maintain a presumption of compliance with state
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Constructing new welts up-gradient as far as preside from likely water quality standards
pollutant sources such as petroleum storage tanks,septic tanks. 6. If you would like to rocerve a Certificate of Erentlment in BMPs,
chiemal mixing areas,and livestock confinement facilities contact FMCS 011850)617.1727 or email Ag&nptlelpe
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Exhibit "H"
(Baseline Inspection Report)
Caracara Prairie Preserve Baseline Inspection Report
Inspector:
Project Name: Acreage:
Lessee: Purpose:
Lease No. Status:
County
Funding Year: Inspection Date: Inspection Type:
Inspection Questionnaire: YES NO NA Action Comments/Recommendations
Required
Has the land manager performed the lease area walk-
through with the new lessee?
Is the entire property perimeter fenced?If not,identify
the portion remaining unfenced?Is there a new fence
and gate plan requirement in place for the new lease?
Are there any existing buildings on the property that
were inventoried at the baseline(e.g.residences,
buildings,barns)?If yes,provide the exact lat/long and
photos representing the condition of each.
Are there any pumps on the property?If yes,provide
exact location(lat/long)and photos representing
condition of each.
Are there wells on the property?If yes,provide exact
location(lat/long)and photos representing condition
of each.
Is there any personal property on premises?If yes,
provide exact location(lat/long)and photos
representing condition of each.
Is there any evidence of unauthorized mowing,
vegetation removal,vegetation maintenance methods
and land clearing,dredging or filling activities in
wetlands from the previous lessee?If yes,provide
exact location(lat/long)and photos representing
condition of each.
Is the leased area free of refuse/garbage/litter?If no,
provide exact location(lat/long)and photos
representing the condition of each.
LESSEE's Acknowledgement and Signature: Date:
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Exhibit "H"
(Baseline Inspection Report- continued)
Caracara Prairie Preserve Baseline Inspection Report
Inspector:
Project Name: Acreage:
Lessee: Purpose:
Lease No. Status:
County
Funding Year: Inspection Date: Inspection Type:
Action
Inspection Questionnaire: YES NO NA Comments/Recommendations
Required
Is there any evidence of spills of contaminants,
hazardous/toxic substance that requires dean-up or
remediation(e.g.petroleum products,pesticides,
fertilizers,animal vaccinations,and parasite control
parmaceuticals}?
Are there any fuel tanks(above ground or below)on
the property?If yes,provide exact location(lat/long)
and photos representing the condition of each.
Is there evidence of unauthorized activities such as
trespass,vandalism,squatting,etc.If yes,please
document/photograph activities.
Are the public facilities(parking lots,trails,trail signs,
blaze posts)in good condition?If no,document the
condition and provide photos.
LESSEE's Acknowledgement and Signature: Date:
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Exhibit "I"
(Public Hiking Trails at Caracara Prairie Preserve)
Cypress Dome Hiking Trails
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www.crewtrust.org •239/657-2253
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Yellow Loop-1.4 miles White Trail-0.8 miles
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Exhibit "J"
(CREW WEA Hunting Regulations)
For information regarding area hunting regulations and season dates,
please reference the FWC CREW WEA regulations brochure at:
http://myfwc.com/hunting/wma-brochures/s/crew/
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