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Name of Primary Staff Kelly Green Phone Number 252-2384
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Agenda Date Item was 5/14/19 I/ Agenda Item Number 16F2
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MEMORANDUM
Date: June 6, 2019
To: Kelly Green, Tourist Development Tax Coordinator
Tourism Department
From: Ann Jennejohn, Deputy Clerk
Minutes & Records Department
Re: Agreement between Collier County and UWP, LLC d/b/a Pro
Watercross Championship for the 2019 and 2020 Pro Watercross
Championships
Attached please find an original copy of the agreement referenced above, (Item #16F2)
approved by the Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday, May 14, 2019.
The second original will be held in the Minutes and Records Department for the
Board's Official Record.
If you have any questions, please contact me at 252-8406.
Thank you.
Attachment
SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT BETWEEN 1 6F 2
COLLIER COUNTY AND UWP, LLC PRO WATERCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this day of 111\OLLA— 2019,
by and between Collier County, a political subdivision of the State of Florida ("Co and ,
("UWP, LLC dba Pro Watercross Championship ("Watercross"), authorized to do business in
Florida.
RECITALS:
WHEREAS,the County has adopted a Tourist Development Plan funded by proceeds from
the Tourist Development Tax; and
WHEREAS, the Collier County Tourism Ordinance provides that certain amounts of the
revenues generated by the Tourist Development Tax are to be allocated to promote and advertise
tourism within the State of Florida, nationally and internationally which encourages tourism; and
WHEREAS, UWP, LLC Pro Watercross Championship has applied to the Collier County
Tourist Development Council ("TDC") for Sponsorship funding to be used to host the 2019 and
2020 UWP, LLC Pro Watercross Championship at Collier County's Sugden Regional Park; and
WHEREAS, with the recommendation of the TDC, the Collier County Board of County
Commissioners has reviewed and approved the proposal of Watercross,and specifically finds that
the event promotes tourism.
WITNESSETH:
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and covenants contained herein,
and other good and valuable consideration exchanged amongst the parties, the parties agree as
follows:
1. All of the above RECITALS are true and correct and are hereby expressly incorporated
herein by reference as if set forth fully below.
2. Watercross agrees as follows:
A. At its sole cost and expense, Watercross will promote, market and present the 2019
and 2020 Pro Watercross Championship,to take place at Collier County's Sugden Regional
Park in in the Fall of each year. As part of this Pro Watercross Championship at its sole
cost and expense, will:
i. Lease the Sugden Regional Park directly from the Collier County Parks and
Recreation Division and will comply with all then-current County requirements for
the hosting of an event of this size including but not limited to: providing the
necessary insurance, crowd control, parking, security, restroom facilities, waste
removal, portable generators, and other event operation expenses. Watercross will
also obtain all required liquor licenses to allow alcohol beverage sales at the
events. The Lease Agreement shall specify dates for each event which shall be
provided to the Tourism Division upon execution of the Lease.
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ii. Negotiate and schedule the production and airing of three :30 spots in the
telecast of the Pro Watercross Championships during the 2019 and 2020 on CBS
Sports Network,a Live Streaming provider,or utilizing other comparable broadcast
and on-line providers.
iii. Provide written acknowledgement of the sponsorship by the Collier County
Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) using the phrase "Funded in part by the
Collier County Tourist Tax" and placement of the CVB logo in all media,
marketing, promotion, and as a part of the local activation at all Watercross events
prior to the final Naples event using#RacetoNaples branding message
3. Collier County agrees as follows:
A. In consideration of the above, County will pay Watercross an annual Sponsorship
Fee in the sum of One Hundred Ten Thousand Dollars($110,000.00) for the 2019 and the
2020 Pro Watercross Championship. Although this Sponsorship Fee is intended to help
Watercross pay for its costs related to hosting the event, Watercross may use this fee in
any manner it deems fit. Each year,payment shall be made in three installments as follows:
i. The First Payment($40,000.00) shall be paid to Watercross within 45 days
of the County's receipt and approval of an invoice, written notice and schedule
provided by Watercross that it has commenced the racing circuit season for each
year. Such notice will provide documentation evidencing that the season /racing
circuit has officially opened. This documentation may include proof of onsite
activation of the CVB logo and#RacetoNaples at all circuit stops,media placement
for the event such as social media promotion, e-newsletters, digital advertising,
website updates, and Personal Watercraft related websites utilizing website banner
ads. All marketing, promotion, onsite activations at race sites prior to the Naples
Championship event, and advertising must include the CVB logo as provided by
Collier County to Watercross.
ii. The Second Payment($40,000.00)shall be paid to Watercross upon receipt
and approval of an invoice within 45 days frog the conclusion of each year's
season/racing circuit. The County may deduct from this any outstanding fees owed
to Collier County in connection with this event.
iii. The Third Payment ($30,000.00) shall be paid to Watercross upon receipt
and approval of a final invoice following each year's UWP, LLC Pro Watercross
Championship, which invoice shall include the following information:
a. Proof that the UWP, LLC Pro Watercross Championship was
broadcasted and live streamed as agreed to; and
b. Documentation of UWP, LLC Pro Watercross Championship in
Naples attendance/overnight accommodations stays and direct
visitors spending by event participants and spectators.
This final invoice, Post Event Report and all documentation shall be submitted to
the County within 30 days following the conclusion of the current years UWP,LLC
Pro Watercross Championships. All invoices are payable in compliance with
Florida's Prompt Payment Act.
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B. Within 30 days from the County's receipt and approval of Watercross final invoice
for each event, the Parties shall meet to discuss the next year's event. At this time, the
Parties will review the information provided by Watercross as part of its final invoice,and
consider whether there should be changes to this Agreement or the Sponsorship Fee for the
next year's event. To be effective, any changes must be memorialized by an amendment
to this Agreement. The County Manager is authorized to extend this time frame on behalf
of the County.
C. In addition to paying a Sponsorship Fee, Collier County shall assist Watercross in
their hosting of the event, which will consist of some or all of the following:
i. Year-round promotion on Collier County Convention and Visitors
Bureau sports marketing website, Facebook, and Twitter channels;
ii. Assistance with hotel logistics including gathering of rates and banquet
needs;
iii. Assistance with local volunteers in coordination with Watercross
leadership;
iv. Assistance with securing Concessions Operations if needed by prior
arrangement with Collier County staff;
v. Assistance with Public Relations and Media Outreach;
vi. Discounts to local attractions and restaurants;
vii. Administrative assistance with obtaining necessary permits including
liquor license; and
viii. On site visitor information table to assist with local attractions and
suggestions for out of town visitors.
LEGAL MATTERS
4. INDEMNIFICATION AND DUTY TO DEFEND:
A. To the maximum extent permitted by Florida Law, Watercross shall indemnify,
defend and hold harmless the County, its officials and employees from any and all
liabilities, damages, losses, and costs, including,but not limited to, reasonable attorneys'
fee and paralegals' fee to the extent caused by the negligence, recklessness, or
intentionally wrongful conduct of Watercross in the performance of this Agreement.
This indemnification obligation shall not be construed to negate, abridge or reduce any
other rights or remedies which otherwise may be available to an indemnified party or
person described in this paragraph. This section does not pertain to any incident arising
from the sole negligence of the County. The foregoing indemnification shall not
constitute a waiver of sovereign immunity beyond limits set forth in section 768.28,
Florida Statutes.
B. The duty to defend under this Section is independent and separate from the
duty to indemnify, and the duty to defend exists regardless of any ultimate liability of
Watercross, the County, or any indemnified party. The duty to defend arises
immediately upon presentation of a claim by any party and written notice of such
claim being provided to Watercross. Watercross's obligation to indemnify and defend
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the County will survive the expiration or earlier termination of this Agreement until it
is determined by final judgment that an action against Watercross or an indemnified
party for the matter indemnified hereunder is fully and finally barred by the applicable
statute of limitations.
5. INSURANCE: Watercross shall at all times during the term of this Agreement maintain
insurance coverage at amounts that are commercially reasonable, including at least
Comprehensive General Liability at $3,000,000 and evidence that the on-site third-party vendor
for alcoholic beverages has provided Liquor Liability insurance at$1,000,000.Collier County and
its affiliates shall be named as an additional insured on all such policies of insurance and
Watercross shall provide proof of insurance at least 7 days prior to the start of the Pro Watercross
Championship event or at Collier County's request.
6. NOTICES: All notices from the County to UWP,LLC Pro Watercross Championship shall
be in writing and deemed duly served if mailed by registered or certified mail to Pro Watercross
Championship at the following address:
A.J. Handler
Pro Watercross
1937 Fairport Nine Mile Point Pt. Rd.
Penfield, NY 14526
aj@prowatercross.corn
All notices from Watercross to the County shall be in writing and deemed duly served if
mailed by registered or certified mail to the County to:
Jack Wert, Tourism Director
Collier County Tourism Department
2660 N. Horseshoe Drive Suite 105
Naples, Florida 34104
Jack.Wert@colli erco untyftgov
Watercross and the County may change the above mailing address at any time upon giving
the other party written notification pursuant to this Section.
7. NO PARTNERSHIP: UWP, LLC Pro Watercross Championship is an independent
contractor. Nothing herein contained shall be construed as creating a partnership or joint venture
of any kind between the County and Watercross , its vendors or subcontractors, or to constitute
Watercross , or its vendors or subcontractors, as an agent or employee of the County. All revenue
of any kind received by Watercross related to hosting these events, including but not limited to
parking fees, are for the sole benefit of Watercross, and County will not be entitled to share in any
profit received by, or be liable to share in the cost incurred by, Watercross arising from these
events.
8. COOPERATION: Each party shall fully cooperate with the other in all matters pertaining
to this Agreement and shall provide all information and documentation as requested from time to
time.
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9. TERM: This Agreement shall become effective on approval by the Board of
Commissioners and remain in effect through the Pro Watercross Championship held in Fall 2020.
There is no right to renew by either party.
10. TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE: This Agreement may be terminated by either
party by giving the other party written notice between 12 and 18 months in advance of the
termination date. Following the giving of such notice, the parties will continue to abide with all
terms and conditions of this Agreement through the following year's Pro Watercross
Championship, which will be the final event under this Agreement. After the conclusion of this
final event, and the satisfaction of all obligations and payments arising from this final tournament,
the parties will have no further obligations whatsoever with respect to this Agreement.
11. OPTION TO TERMINATE: Either party may terminate or cancel this Agreement with
six months written notice with no penalty to either party. Following satisfaction of all obligations
and payments arising from the prior tournament that was held, each party will have no further
obligation whatsoever to the other with respect to this Agreement.
12. GENERAL ACCOUNTING AND AVAILABILITY OF RECORDS: With respect to all
matters covered in this Agreement, Watercross shall maintain complete and accurate accounting
records, and shall maintain these records, books, documents, papers and financial information
pertaining to work performed under this Agreement for a period of three (3) years, in compliance
with Chapter 119, the Florida Public Records Law.
13. AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS: This Agreement is subject to the availability of Tourist
Development Tax revenues. If for any reason tourist tax funds are not available to fund all or part
of this Agreement for any given tournament year,the County may upon written notice,at any time
during the term of this Agreement, reduce or eliminate funding under this Agreement. Upon
receipt of such notice, Watercross will have the option to either terminate this Agreement or
continue this Agreement without such funding. If following receipt of such notice Watercross
elects to terminate the Agreement, the County will reimburse Watercross for all eligible and
documented expenditures Watercross actually incurred up to the date written notice was received,
and Watercross will not be required to pay a termination fee.
14. PROHIBITION OF ASSIGNMENT: This Agreement is personal to Watercross. As such,
Watercross may not assign, convey, or transfer in whole or in part its interest in this Agreement
without the prior written consent of the County, which consent may be withheld in the County's
sole discretion.
15. AMENDMENTS: This Agreement may only be amended by mutual written agreement
of the parties, and must be made with the same formalities as was done in entering into this
Agreement.
16. VENUE AND GOVERNING LAW: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed
under the laws of the State of Florida. The parties shall attempt in good faith to resolve any dispute
concerning this Agreement through negotiation between authorized representatives. If these
efforts are not successful, and there remains a dispute under this Agreement, the parties shall first
engage in voluntary mediation, with each side sharing all costs. Following the conclusion of this
procedure,either party may then file an action in the Circuit Court of Collier County,or the Middle
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District of Florida, which shall be the exclusive venue with respect to any disputes arising out of
this Agreement. In the event of litigation, each side shall bear its own attorney's fees.
17. ENTIRE AGREEMENT: This Agreement sets out the entire agreement between Collier
County and Watercross with respect to the subject matter contained herein. It supersedes all
prior agreements, proposals, arrangements and communications,whether written or oral, with
respect to the subject matter hereof, which agreements are hereby terminated in their entirety
and of no further force and effect as of the date of this Agreement. In the event of any conflict
between a provision of the Agreement and a provision of an invoice, the provisions of this
Agreement will prevail. No modification or waiver of this Agreement or any of the provisions
hereof will bind either party unless an authorized agent of each party agrees in writing to the
modification waiver.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,UWP,LLC Pro Watercross Championship and Collier County
have respectively, by an authorized person or agent,hereunder set their hands and seals on the date
and year first above:written.
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