Agenda 04/12/2022 Item #16F 6 (Agreement w/Partnership for Collier's Future Economy, Inc.)04/12/2022
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Recommendation to approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the Agreement with the
Partnership for Collier’s Future Economy, Inc., an affiliate of the Greater Naples Chamber of
Commerce, in continued support of the established public-private partnership designed to advance
the County’s economic development efforts while fostering government and private business
relations.
OBJECTIVE: To approve an Agreement with the Partnership for Collier’s Future Economy, Inc. to
advance the County’s economic development efforts.
CONSIDERATIONS: On September 10, 2013, Agenda Item 11.C., the Board approved the Office of
Business & Economic Development’s FY 14 Business Plan including a goal of developing a local
economic development partnership. Since that time, staff has continued to advance that economic
development goal under the Board’s direction provided at several Board meetings.
On December 10, 2013, Agenda Item 10.B, the Board approved the Agreement with Partnership, a not-
for-profit entity created by the Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce (“Chamber”), to develop a
detailed Community and Economic Development Strategic Plan for our community. The effort and
cost sharing has resulted in the promulgation of the “Opportunity Naples Strategy,” which was accepted
by the Board on November 18, 2014, Agenda Item 11A.
This Agreement continues to implement that strategic plan with activities for 2022, with automatic
renewal options for future calendar years. The specific initiatives and action plans produced as part of
the Opportunity Naples Strategy planning effort continue to form the basis of this Agreement, the
Scope of Services, and Roles and Responsibilities of the Partnership, which further economic
development in Collier County. Principle requirements include providing existing local businesses
access to long-term retention and expansion services; recruiting new businesses and marketing Collier
County to attract employment opportunities for residents and to serve as the primary point of contact
with State and Regional economic development organizations.
Each year, County staff, along with staff from the Chamber, sit down and review the roles and
responsibilities for the Partnership. Several updates were made to each area to modernize and bring
in line the different economic activities, partnership collaborations, and place an emphasis on better
data and reporting. In FY 20, the County launched a new website for economic development.
The FY 21 agreement added new responsibilities for the Partnership, including assistance with content
collaboration on the website, newsletter, and representation in economic development organizations.
The FY 21 agreement also continued the annual economic summit established in the previous year’s
contract.
Most recently, in working with the Clerk’s office, County staff and the Chamber restructured the
deliverables under the Agreement to enhance the services provided, such as improved reporting
requirements, outlining minimum retention visits with Collier County businesses, and presenting to
community groups and organizations on economic conditions.
The parties have also agreed to an effective date upon execution of the Agreement covering services
beginning January 1, 2022. The Clerk’s office, in consideration of the Partnership continuing to perform
services since October 1, 2021 in good faith, will work with the Partnership to make payment for
services performed in the last quarter of 2021 (October 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021), and first
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quarter of 2022 (January 1, 2022 through March 31, 2022), contingent upon receiving original contract
deliverables as approved by staff. The Partnership will be expected to provide all deliverables in strict
adherence to the Agreement moving forward.
This agreement and continued public private partnership will further develop the County’s role to support
local businesses, monitor and evaluate economic opportunities in the private sector while further
enhancing partnerships with the Chamber and its local business members.
FISCAL IMPACT: The total cost to the County for the Agreement will not exceed $100,000 annually.
Funding is appropriated for this expenditure in the approved Business and Economic Development
Division annual budget.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: This request is consistent with Objective 3 of the Economic
Element of the Collier County Growth Management Plan which states: “Collier County will support
programs which are designed to promote and encourage the recruitment of new industry as well as the
expansion and retention of existing industries in order to diversify the County’s economic base.”
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item has been reviewed by the County Attorney, is approved as
to form and legality and requires majority vote for approval. -JAK
RECOMMENDATION: To approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the attached Agreement with
The Partnership for Collier’s Future Economy, Inc. (“Partnership”) and approve payment for services
provided since October 1st, 2021.
Prepared by: Jennifer Reynolds, Manager - Financial & Operations Support, Corporate Business
Operations
ATTACHMENT(S)
1. Agreement with the Partnership (PDF)
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COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
Item Number: 16.F.6
Doc ID: 21888
Item Summary: Recommendation to approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the Agreement
with the Partnership for Collier’s Future Economy, Inc., an affiliate of the Greater Naples Chamber of
Commerce, in continued support of the established public-private partnership designed to advance the
County’s economic development efforts while fostering government and private business relations.
Meeting Date: 04/12/2022
Prepared by:
Title: – Corporate Business Operations
Name: Jennifer Reynolds
04/06/2022 12:17 PM
Submitted by:
Title: Deputy County Manager – County Manager's Office
Name: Amy Patterson
04/06/2022 12:17 PM
Approved By:
Review:
Office of Management and Budget Debra Windsor Level 3 OMB Gatekeeper Review Completed 04/06/2022 12:22 PM
Office of Management and Budget Geoffrey Willig Additional Reviewer Skipped 04/06/2022 1:21 PM
County Attorney's Office Jeffrey A. Klatzkow Level 3 County Attorney's Office Review Completed 04/06/2022 4:20 PM
County Manager's Office Mark Isackson Level 4 County Manager Review Completed 04/06/2022 4:29 PM
Board of County Commissioners Geoffrey Willig Meeting Pending 04/12/2022 9:00 AM
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AGREEMENT BETWEEN COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND
THE PARTNERSHIP FOR COLLIER'S FUTURE ECONOMY, INC.
THIS AGREEMENT ("Agreement") is made and entered into this ______ day of
_______________, 2022, by and between Collier County, a political subdivision of the State
of Florida (the "COUNTY"), and the Partnership for Collier's Future Economy Inc.
("PARTNERSHIP), a Florida not-for-profit corporation, whose address is 2390 Tamiami
Trail N., #210, Naples, FL 34103 ("PARTNERSHIP").
WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, the COUNTY has determined that strategic planning, business retention,
expansion, attraction and workforce/talent efforts through the PARTNERSHIP to assist the private
sector and other governmental agencies will enhance Collier County's economic wellbeing, are
activities in the public interest and are lawful and beneficial purposes of the COUNTY; and
WHEREAS, the PARTNERSHIP is a business and economic development organization
with a mission to enhance Collier County's economic wellbeing and create a vision to strengthen
and maintain Collier County as a leading business center of Southwest Florida; and
WHEREAS, the PARTNERSHIP collaborates with the COUNTY in the achievement
of the economic development goals and objectives of the Collier County Board of County
Commissioners (the "BCC"); and
WHEREAS, the COUNTY enjoys broad Home Rule Powers that include the authority to
enter into agreements to enhance economic development within Collier County; and
WHEREAS, Section 125.045, Florida Statutes (County economic development powers)
provides, in part, as follows:
"(1) The Legislature finds and declares that this state faces increasing competition
from other states and other countries for the location and retention of private
enterprises within its borders. Furthermore, the Legislature finds that there is a need
to enhance and expand economic activity in the counties of this state by attracting
and retaining manufacturing development, business enterprise management, and
other activities conducive to economic promotion, in order to provide a stronger,
more balanced, and stable economy in the state; to enhance and preserve purchasing
power and employment opportunities for the residents of this state; and to improve
the welfare and competitive position of the state. The Legislature declares that it is
necessary and in the public interest to facilitate the growth and creation of business
enterprises in the counties of the state.
(2) The governing body of a county may expend public funds to attract and retain
business enterprises, and the use of public funds toward the achievement of such
economic development goals constitutes a public purpose. The provisions of this
chapter which confer powers and duties on the governing body of a county,
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including any powers not specifically prohibited by law which can be exercised by
the governing body of a county, must be liberally construed in order to effectively
carry out the purposes of this section.
(3) For the purposes of this section, it constitutes a public purpose to expend
public funds for economic development activities, including, but not limited to,
developing or improving local infrastructure, issuing bonds to finance or refinance
the cost of capital projects for industrial or manufacturing plants, leasing or
conveying real property, and making grants to private enterprises for the expansion
of businesses existing in the community or the attraction of new businesses to the
community"; and
WHEREAS, the PARTNERSHIP, in concert with the BCC, has determined that the strategies
and corresponding key initiatives to achieve such objectives include those below:
• Implementing the Economic Development Strategic Plan adopted by the BCC;
• Providing existing businesses with access to long-term expansion/retention services; and
• Recruiting new businesses and marketing Collier County to attract employment
opportunities for residents;
• Engaging Enterprise Florida Inc., regional utility providers and other economic
development partners as Collier County's point of contact, and
WHEREAS, the COUNTY desires to have the PARTNERSHIP provide private sector
leadership to achieve the strategies set forth above and the PARTNERSHIP is willing to
undertake such functions under the terms of this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the parties wish to enter into an Agreement, as stated below, to continue the
COUNTY's support of the PARTNERSHIP in Calendar Year 2022.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants, promises and
representations contained herein and other good and valuable consideration, the COUNTY
and PARTNERSHIP agree as follows:
ARTICLE I
SCOPE OF SERVICES
AND
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The PARTNERSHIP shall promote economic development for the COUNTY by
providing the services and activities described in Exhibit A, Scope of Services, attached hereto
and by reference made a part hereof. The matrix in Exhibit A guides COUNTY staff’s
ability to authorize payment for measurable services performed by the PARTNERSHIP.
The matrix in Exhibit G, which is incorporated herein by this reference, defines the
broader COUNTY economic development relationship with the PARTNERSHIP, which
will be reviewed and monitored by COUNTY staff.
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ARTICLE II
PERIOD OF AGREEMENT
This Agreement shall be effective upon execution by both parties and shall cover
services from January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022. Thereafter, this Agreement shall
automatically renew for additional one (1) year periods. Either party may terminate this
Agreement at any time for any reason, upon no less than sixty (60) calendar days prior
written notice to the other party.
ARTICLE III
CONSIDERATION AND LIMITATION
For its performance under this Agreement, the PARTNERSHIP will receive funds
from the COUNTY in an amount not to exceed One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($100,000)
annually. It is intended that the services performed by the PARTNERSHIP shall be on a
cost- reimbursement methodology for actual eligible expenditures. Actual expenditures
eligible as a basis for reimbursement can and shall include salaries and employee benefits
(dental, vision, and health insurance) and costs for PARTNERSHIP personnel performing
services described in Exhibit B. The PARTNERSHIP shall be entitled to compensation upon
BCC approval of the Agreement, distributed no more frequently than on a quarterly basis for
reimbursement of eligible expenses approved by the County and Clerk of Court.
All invoices shall be submitted in accordance with COUNTY procedures and in a form
acceptable to the COUNTY and the PARTNERSHIP, as generally outlined in Exhibit B,
Method of Payment and Budget Detail, and Exhibit C, Program Performance Report, attached
hereto and by reference made a part hereof.
Eligible operating expenses incurred to provide services consistent with the scope of
services described in Exhibit A are outlined in Exhibit B. In no event will COUNTY funds
be expended for the PARTNERSHIP's purchase of food, beverages or entertainment costs or
in support of electioneering.
ARTICLE IV
PAYMENT AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
For its performance under this Agreement, County shall pay to the PARTNERSHIP as
follows:
First Quarter: Up to $25,000, prorated as of the date the full-time employee commences
their employment. If during the first quarter of this Agreement a full-time employee has not
commenced employment, the County may, at its option, terminate the Agreement by written
notice.
Second Quarter: $25,000, predicated on the full-time employee continuous employment
during this quarter, otherwise prorated by the number of days of employment.
Third Quarter: $25,000, predicated on the full-time employee continuous employment
during this quarter, otherwise prorated by the number of days of employment.
Fourth Quarter: $25,000, with a true-up for (1) the number of days the required website
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was not is service or used as required; and (2) for the required 50 retention visits. As an example,
if there were only 25 retention visits, the County would deduct $7,500 (or half of the $15,000
consideration for this service) from the final payment.
All payment requests by the PARTNERSHIP to the COUNTY shall be submitted with a
completed Program Performance Report, Exhibit C, and Exhibit D, Payment Record Chart, in a
form acceptable to the COUNTY and the PARTNERSHIP, as generally outlined and set forth in
Exhibit C, attached hereto and by reference made a part hereof. Payments to the PARTNERSHIP
will be made within Forty-five (45) days of requests, in compliance with the Local Government
Prompt Payment Act, and in accordance with the procedures specified in Exhibit B, Method of
Payment and Budget Detail for Services. If the COUNTY determines, through its inspection or
review, that the PARTNERSHIP has not performed or is performing less than the total agreed-
upon services, then the COUNTY shall notify the PARTNERSHIP in writing, specifying those
services that it alleges have not been performed or fully performed, and the PARTNERSHIP shall
have thirty (30) days from receipt thereof to submit a then-current Program Performance Report,
which shall address such allegations in detail and/or shall meet with the appropriate representatives
of the COUNTY to discuss resolution thereof and cure or remedy any services not fully performed.
Upon failure thereof, the COUNTY shall be entitled to reduce payment otherwise due for such
services not fully performed on a pro-rata basis. Performance will be measured by the defined
Scope of Services set out in Exhibit A or a percentage of defined service goals completed and by
such other standards as the parties may agree upon in writing. The PARTNERSHIP shall submit
its first payment request and Program Performance Report for the period of January 1st
through March 31st each calendar year, on or before April 30th. The PARTNERSHIP shall submit
its second payment request and Program Performance Report for the period of April 1st
through June 30th each calendar year, on or before July 31st. The PARTNERSHIP shall submit
its third payment request for the period of July 1st through September 30th each calendar year,
on or before October 31st. The PARTNERSHIP shall submit its final payment request, Program
Performance Report and a year-end analysis and any other required reports on or before
January 31st of the succeeding calendar year. If the PARTNERSHIP fails to comply with the
requirements of this Article, the COUNTY may refuse to honor or be held liable for payment of
any late request(s) for payment.
ARTICLE V
MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS
The PARTNERSHIP shall maintain such financial records and accounts, including
invoices, purchase orders and backup materials or documents deemed necessary to assure a proper
accounting for all COUNTY funds for which the COUNTY is obligated to reimburse the
PARTNERSHIP under the terms of this Agreement. The aforesaid records and accounts shall be
made available for inspection purposes at reasonable times and upon reasonable notice during
normal business hours and as often as the COUNTY may deem necessary to verify reimbursements
and any other financial records or matters covered by this Agreement. The PARTNERSHIP shall
also: 1. Keep and maintain public records required by the public agency to perform the service.
Upon request from the public agency's custodian of public records, provide the public
agency with a copy of the requested records or allow the records to be inspected or copied within
a reasonable time at a cost that does not exceed the cost provided in this chapter, or as otherwise
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provided by law.
3. Ensure that public records that are exempt or confidential and exempt from public records-
disclosure requirements are not disclosed, except as authorized by law for the duration of the
contract term and following completion of the contract, if the contractor does not transfer the
records to the public agency.
4. Upon completion of the contract, transfer, at no cost, to the public agency all public records
in possession of the contractor or keep and maintain public records required by the public agency
to perform the service. If the contractor transfers all public records to the public agency upon
completion of the contract, the contractor shall destroy any duplicate public records that are exempt
or confidential and exempt from public records disclosure requirements. If the contractor keeps
and maintains public records upon completion of the contract, the contractor shall meet all
applicable requirements for retaining public records. All records stored electronically must be
provided to the public agency, upon request from the public agency's custodian of public records,
in a format compatible with the information technology systems of the public agency.
IF THE CONTRACTOR HAS QUESTIONS REGARDING THE
APPLICATION OF CHAPTER 119, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO THE
CONTRACTOR'S DUTY TO PROVIDE PUBLIC RECORDS RELATING
TO THIS CONTRACT, CONTACT THE CUSTODIAN OF PUBLIC
RECORDS AT:
Communication and Customer Relations Division
3299 Tamiami Trail E., Suite 102
Naples, FL 34112-5746
Telephone: (239) 252-8999
ARTICLE VI
INDEMNIFICATION
The PARTNERSHIP shall indemnify, hold harmless and defend the COUNTY, its agents
and employees from and against any and all liabilities, losses, claims, damages, demands, expenses
or actions, either at law or in equity, including court costs and attorneys' fees, that may hereafter
at any time be made or brought by anyone on account of personal injury, property damage, loss of
monies, or other loss, allegedly caused or incurred, in whole or in part, as a result of any negligent,
wrongful or intentional act or omission, or based on any act of fraud or defalcation by the
PARTNERSHIP, its agents, subcontractors, assigns, heirs, and employees during the performance
of this Agreement. The extent of its indemnification shall be limited by the insurance available to
the PARTNERSHIP in accord with Article X of this Agreement. In any and all claims against the
COUNTY or any of its agents or employees by any employee of the PARTNERSHIP, any
subcontractor, heir, assign, anyone directly or indirectly employed by any of them, or anyone for
whose acts any of them may be liable, the indemnification obligation under this paragraph shall
be limited to the amount or type of damages, compensation or benefits payable by or for all
employees of the PARTNERSHIP or any subcontractor under the Workers' Compensation Act,
disability benefit acts or other employee benefit acts.
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ARTICLE VII
TERMINATION
This Agreement may be terminated for any reason by either party by giving a minimum of
one hundred twenty (120) days' prior written notice of such intent, specifying the effective date
thereof to the other parties.
The aforesaid termination notices, as well as other notices required herein, shall be
considered received by the PARTNERSHIP and the COUNTY if sent by certified mail, return-
receipt requested, or by overnight personal delivery service requiring a signature for delivery, and
addressed as provided in Article XXVIII of this Agreement.
ARTICLE VIII
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY CLAUSE
The PARTNERSHIP agrees to abide by the provisions contained in Collier County CMA
#5383, as amended, which is incorporated herein by reference in Exhibit F.
ARTICLE IX
STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE
During the performance of this Agreement, the PARTNERSHIP assures the COUNTY that
the PARTNERSHIP is in compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, as amended, the
Florida Civil Rights Act of 1992, as amended, and the Collier County Human Rights Ordinance
(Ordinance No. 00-37), in that the PARTNERSHIP does not, on the grounds ofrace, color, national
origin, religion, sex, age, handicap or marital status, discriminate in any form or manner against
the PARTNERSHIP's employees or applicants for employment. Further, the PARTNERSHIP
assures the COUNTY of the PARTNERSHIP's compliance with the Americans with Disabilities
Act of 1990, as amended, as applicable. The PARTNERSHIP understands and agrees that this
Agreement is conditioned upon the veracity of such statements of assurance. Furthermore, the
PARTNERSHIP assures the COUNTY that it will comply with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act
of 1964 when federal grant(s) are involved. Other applicable Federal and State laws, Executive
Orders, and regulations prohibiting discrimination as hereinabove referenced are included by this
reference thereto. This statement of assurance shall be interpreted to include Vietnam-era veterans
and disabled veterans within its protective range of applicability.
ARTICLEX
INSURANCE
The PARTNERSHIP shall provide and maintain the following insurance coverages in the
amounts specified throughout the period of this Agreement on behalf of the PARTNERSHIP and
the COUNTY, by naming the COUNTY as an additional insured under the policies of the
insurance it maintains; a copy of the declarations page thereof being attached as Exhibit E, as
follows: Commercial General Liability insurance, within coverage limits of $500,000 general,
which shall apply to claims that may be asserted against the COUNTY by reason of the act or
activities of the PARTNERSHIP. The PARTNERSHIP shall maintain Workers' Compensation
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coverage, as required by Florida law.
All insurance shall be from responsible companies duly authorized to do business in the
State of Florida. Every insurance policy must provide for up to thirty (30) days' prior written notice
to the COUNTY for any cancellation, intent not to renew, or reduction in the policy coverage.
Coverage shall be documented by a Certificate of Insurance.
ARTICLE XI
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
The PARTNERSHIP represents that it presently has no interest, and shall acquire no such
interest, financial or otherwise, direct or indirect, or engage in any business transaction or
professional activity, or incur any obligation of any nature that would conflict in any manner with
the performance of service required hereunder.
ARTICLE XII
DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
The PARTNERSHIP shall administer, in good faith, a policy designed to ensure that the
PARTNERSHIP's employees, agents and subcontractors are free from illegal use, possession or
distribution of drugs or alcohol.
ARTICLE XIII
GOVERNING LAW; VENUE
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws, rules and regulations of the State of Florida.
Venue shall be in Collier County, Florida.
ARTICLE XIV
COMPLIANCE
The PARTNERSHIP shall comply with the requirements of all federal, state, and local
laws, rules, codes, ordinances and regulations pertaining to this Agreement.
ARTICLE XV
ASSIGNMENT
Neither party may assign or transfer its rights or obligations under this Agreement without
the prior written consent of the other party.
ARTICLE XVI
HEADINGS
Article headings have been included in this Agreement solely for convenience and shall
not reflect the interpretation of any of the terms of this Agreement.
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ARTICLE XVII
WAIVER
A waiver of any performance or default by either party shall not be construed to be a
continuing waiver of other defaults or non-performance of the same provision or operate as a
waiver of any subsequent default or non-performance of any of the same terms, covenants, and
conditions of this Agreement. The payment or acceptance of funds for any period after a default
shall not be deemed a waiver of any right or acceptance of defective performance.
ARTICLE XVIII
ADDITIONAL RIGHTS AND REMEDIES
Nothing contained herein shall be construed as a limitation on such other rights and
remedies available to the parties at law, or in equity, that may now or in the future be applicable.
ARTICLE XIX
ORDER OF PRECEDENCE
If there is any conflict between the provisions of the Articles of this Agreement and the
exhibits hereto, the contents of the Articles of this Agreement shall control over the contents of
the exhibits.
ARTICLE XX
SEVERABILITY
In the event any section, sentence, clause, or provision of this Agreement is held to be
invalid or illegal, the remainder of the Agreement shall not be affected by such invalidity or
illegality and shall remain in full force and effect.
ARTICLEXXI
PROJECT PUBLICITY
Any news release or other type of publicity pertaining to the services performed by the
PARTNERSHIP pursuant to this Agreement must recognize the contribution of the BCC as a
funding source. As a not-for-profit corporation receiving public funding or non-monetary
contributions through the COUNTY, the PARTNERSHIP shall recognize the COUNTY for its
contribution on all promotional materials, websites, and at any event or workshop for which the
COUNTY funds are allocated. In written materials, the reference to the COUNTY must appear in
the same size letters and font type as the name of any funding source.
In addition, any development project announcement, ceremonial business opening, or
publicity event resulting from the efforts of the PARTNERSHIP and, particularly those projects
induced with COUNTY funded financial incentives or contributions, will be planned in
cooperation with the COUNTY's Office of Business & Economic Development and
Communications departments for purposes of coordinating the COUNTY's official COUNTY
protocol and public recognition. Prior notification to the two departments for such events will be
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made no less than 15 working days, whenever possible or practicable, and potential prospects will
be made aware of the COUNTY's publicity protocol before the final inducement with any
incentive packages or contributions.
ARTICLE XXII
SURVIVABILITY
Any term, condition, covenant or obligation that requires performance by either party
subsequent to termination of this Agreement shall remain enforceable against such party
subsequent to such termination.
ARTICLE XXII
THIRD-PARTY BENEFICIARIES
This Agreement is for the benefit of the COUNTY and the PARTNERSHIP. No third party
is an intended beneficiary so as to entitle that person to sue for an alleged breach of this Agreement.
ARTICLE XXIV
POLITICAL ACTION
The PARTNERSHIP shall not engage, participate or intervene in any form of political
campaign on behalf of, or in opposition to, any candidate for political office.
ARTICLEXXV
MERGER; MODIFICATIONS
This writing embodies the entire agreement and understanding between the parties hereto
and there are no other agreements and/or understandings, oral or written, with respect to the subject
matter hereof, that are not merged herein and superseded hereby. This Agreement may only be
modified, amended, extended or canceled, by written instrument executed by the COUNTY and
the PARTNERSHIP. Similarly, no contract that purports to affect the terms of this Agreement
shall be valid as it affects this Agreement, unless in writing and executed by the COUNTY and the
PARTNERSHIP.
ARTICLE XXVI
NOTICES
All notices required or permitted to be given by a party under this Agreement shall be in
writing and sent to the other party by certified mail, return-receipt requested, or by overnight
personal delivery service requiring a signature for delivery, and shall be addressed as follows:
If to the COUNTY:
Collier County
Mark Isackson, County Manager, Collier
County 3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 201
Naples, FL 34112
If to the PARTNERSHIP:
The Partnership for Collier's Future Economy
Michael Dalby, President and CEO
2390 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 210
Naples. FL 34103
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Agreement was dated on the day and year first written
above.
Attest: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
CRYSTAL K. KINZEL, CLERK OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: By:
DEPUTY CLERK William L. McDaniel, Jr., Chairman
PARTNERSHIP FOR COLLIER’S FUTURE
ECONOMY
By:
Signature
Printed/Typed Name
Printed/Typed Title
Approved to as to form and legality:
Jeffrey A. Klatzkow, County Attorney
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EXHIBIT A
SCOPE OF SERVICES
ORGANIZATION: The Partnership for Collier's Future Economy Inc.
PROGRAM: Economic Development Services
Performance Criteria
PARTNERSHIP shall provide the supporting documentation identified on Exhibit C to substantiate
the following activities/accomplishments for reimbursement:
Deliverable 1: Maintain a minimum PARTNERSHIP staff of one (1) full-time employee, with up to a 90-
day grace period in the event of an employee separation occurrence. The progress and completion of this
deliverable will be evidenced by providing the COUNTY with payroll reports, bank transaction reports,
and IRS form 941.
Deliverable 2: Assist in website collaboration, including (a) response to inquiries from CollierEDO.org,
(b) contribution to the monthly Collier EDO newsletter, and (c) assistance with website updates and
management. The progress and completion of this deliverable will be evidenced by a quarterly analytics
report and submission of draft newsletter content to the appropriate COUNTY contact.
Deliverable 3; Complete a minimum of 50 retention visits, a minimum of 10 per quarter, with Collier
County businesses. Retention visits are in-person visits to existing businesses in Collier County that
assess the needs of the business and provide the business with information about resources available, as
evidenced by submitting a report listing businesses visited and the date visited, details of items discussed,
referrals to governmental or other agencies, incentive requests and any other follow-up and/or assistance
required. Information provided will maintain business confidentiality.
Deliverable 4: Coordinate monthly with County Staff on economic development activities and schedule a
monthly telephone conference with the Director of Collier County's Office of Business & Economic
development. Progress and completion of this deliverable will be evidenced by submission of the email
invitation and meeting minutes and/or summary.
Deliverable 5: Provide a quarterly economic update to County Commissioners and organize an annual
meeting providing an annual economic update. Progress and completion will be evidenced by submission
of the email invitation. Present to community groups and organizations on economic conditions evidenced by
submission of email invitation and calendar acceptance to present and meeting minutes and/or summary,
including attendees.
Deliverable 6: Maintain membership to applicable economic development partner organizations including
Florida Economic Development Council, Enterprise Florida and Florida Power and Light. Attend annual
meetings and applicable conferences and as a representative of Collier County. Provide coordination,
information and direction that clearly articulates Collier County’s economic development goals and
objectives. The progress and completion of this deliverable will be evidenced by membership and conference
invoices. Answer RFPs from the above entities on behalf of, and coordinated with, Collier County as
evidenced by email submissions of RFPs.
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EXHIBIT B
METHOD OF PAYMENT
AND BUDGET DETAIL
ORGANIZATION: The Partnership for Collier's Future Economy Inc.
PROGRAM: Economic Development Services
RELEASE OF FUNDS SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE APPROVED BUDGET AND
WILL BE MADE UPON RECEIPT OF THE COMPLETED REQUEST FOR PAYMENT FORM. NO
MODIFICATIONS WITHIN THE BUDGET CATEGORIES SHALL BE FUNDED UNLESS PRIOR
WRITTEN APPROVAL HAS BEEN GRANTED BY THE COUNTY MANAGER, WHOSE
APPROVAL SHALL BE CONSISTENT WITH THE TERMS OF THE COUNTY/PARTNERSHIP
BUDGET AND AGREEMENT, AND NOT UNREASONABLY WITHHELD. THE COUNTY'S
FISCAL YEAR COMMENCES ON OCTOBER 1sT AND ENDS ON SEPTEMBER 30TH OF THE
FOLLOWING CALENDAR YEAR. INVOICES FOR SERVICES DELIVERED BETWEEN OCTOBER
1sT AND SEPTEMBER 30TH MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN OCTOBER 10TH OF EACH
YEAR TO ALLOW CLOSEOUT OF THE COUNTY'S FISCAL YEAR. IN NO EVENT, HOWEVER,
SHALL PAYMENTS TO THE PARTNERSHIP UNDER THIS AGREEMENT EXCEED $100,000.00
PER COUNTY FISCAL YEAR.
TOTAL (County Portion): $100,000.00 (fiscal year)
The requests for payment shall include the report on progress on the deliverables identified in the agreed-to
Scope of Services.
BUDGET DETAIL FOR SERVICES
Budget Category Approved Annual Budget
Deliverable 1: 1 full-time employee salary,
including benefits
$70,000.00
Deliverables 2 and 5: Website
(Inquiries/Newsletter/Content)
$10,000.00
Deliverable 3: Complete 50 retention visits $15,000.00
Deliverable 6: Membership and Conferences $5,000.00
Total $100,000.00
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EXHIBIT C
PROGRAM PERFORMANCE REPORT
ORGANIZATION: The Partnership for Collier's Future Economy Inc.
PROGRAM: Economic Development Services
REPORT PERIOD
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
THROUGH _
Report No. Deliverables
1. Submit on or before April
30th, for the period of January
1st through March 31st each
calendar year.
Deliverable 1: Maintain a minimum PARTNERSHIP staff of
one (1) full-time employee, with up to a 90-day grace period in
the event of an employee separation occurrence. The progress
and completion of this deliverable will be evidenced by
providing the COUNTY with payroll reports, bank transaction
reports, and IRS form 941.
Deliverable 2: Assist in website collaboration, including (a)
response to inquiries from CollierEDO.org, (b) contribution to
the monthly Collier EDO newsletter, and (c) assistance with
website updates and management. The progress and completion
of this deliverable will be evidenced by a quarterly analytics
report and submission of draft newsletter content to the
appropriate COUNTY contact.
Deliverable 3: Complete a minimum of 50 retention visits, a
minimum of 10 per quarter, with Collier County businesses.
Retention visits are in-person visits to existing businesses in Collier
County that assess the needs of the business and provide the
business with information about resources available, as evidenced
by submitting a report listing businesses visited, date visited, details
of items discussed, referrals to governmental or other agencies,
incentive requests and any other follow-up and/or assistance
required. Information provided will maintain business
confidentiality.
Deliverable 4: Coordinate monthly with County Staff, including
the Economic Development on economic development activities
and schedule a monthly telephone conference with the Director of
Collier County's Office of Business & Economic development.
Progress and completion of this deliverable will be evidenced by
submission of the email invitation and meeting minutes and/or
summary.
Deliverable 5: Provide a quarterly economic update to County
Commissioners and organize an annual meeting providing an
annual economic update Progress and completion will be evidenced
by submission of the email invitation. Present to community groups
and organizations on economic conditions evidenced by submission
of email invitation and calendar acceptance to present and meeting
minutes and/or summary, including attendees.
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Deliverable 6: Maintain membership to applicable economic
development partner organizations including Florida Economic
Development Council, Enterprise Florida and Florida Power and
Light. Attend annual meetings and applicable conferences and as a
representative of Collier County. Provide coordination, information
and direction that clearly articulates Collier County’s economic
development goals and objectives. The progress and completion of
this deliverable will be evidenced by membership and conference
invoices. Answer RFPs from the above entities on behalf of, and
coordinated with, Collier County as evidenced by email submissions
of RFPs.
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2. Submit on or before
July 31st, for the period of
April 1st through June 30th
each calendar year.
Deliverable 1: Maintain a minimum PARTNERSHIP staff of
one (1) full-time employee, with up to a 90-day grace period in the
event of an employee separation occurrence. The progress and
completion of this deliverable will be evidenced by providing the
COUNTY with payroll reports, bank transaction reports, and IRS
form 941.
Deliverable 2: Assist in website collaboration, including (a)
response to inquiries from CollierEDO.org, (b) contribution to the
monthly Collier EDO newsletter, and (c) assistance with website
updates and management. The progress and completion of this
deliverable will be evidenced by a quarterly analytics report and
submission of draft newsletter content to the appropriate COUNTY
contact.
Deliverable 3: Complete a minimum of 50 retention visits, a minimum
of 10 per quarter, with Collier County businesses. Retention visits are
in-person visits to existing businesses in Collier County that assess the
needs of the business and provide the business with information about
resources available, as evidenced by submitting a report listing
businesses visited, date visited, details of items discussed, referrals to
governmental or other agencies, incentive requests and any other
follow-up and/or assistance required. Information provided will
maintain business confidentiality.
Deliverable 4: Coordinate monthly with County Staff, including the
Economic Development on economic development activities and
schedule a monthly telephone conference with the Director of Collier
County's Office of Business & Economic development. Progress and
completion of this deliverable will be evidenced by submission of the
email invitation and meeting minutes and/or summary.
Deliverable 5: Provide a quarterly economic update to County
Commissioners and organize an annual meeting providing an annual
economic update Progress and completion will be evidenced by
submission of the email invitation. Present to community groups and
organizations on economic conditions evidenced by submission of
email invitation and calendar acceptance to present and meeting
minutes and/or summary, including attendees.
Deliverable 6: Maintain membership to applicable economic
development partner organizations including Florida Economic
Development Council, Enterprise Florida and Florida Power and Light.
Attend annual meetings and applicable conferences and as a
representative of Collier County. Provide coordination, information and
direction that clearly articulates Collier County’s economic
development goals and objectives. The progress and completion of this
deliverable will be evidenced by membership and conference invoices.
Answer RFPs from the above entities on behalf of, and coordinated
with, Collier County as evidenced by email submissions of RFPs.
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3. Submit on or before
October 31st, for the period of
July 1st through September
30th of each calendar year.
Deliverable 1: Maintain a minimum PARTNERSHIP staff of one (1)
full-time employee, with up to a 90-day grace period in the event of
an employee separation occurrence. The progress and completion
of this deliverable will be evidenced by providing the COUNTY
with payroll reports, bank transaction reports, and IRS form 941.
Deliverable 2: Assist in website collaboration, including (a)
response to inquiries from CollierEDO.org, (b) contribution to the
monthly Collier EDO newsletter, and (c) assistance with
website updates and management. The progress and completion of
this deliverable will be evidenced by a quarterly analytics report and
submission of draft newsletter content to the appropriate COUNTY
contact.
Deliverable 3: Complete a minimum of 50 retention visits, a minimum
of 10 per quarter, with Collier County businesses. Retention visits are in-
person visits to existing businesses in Collier County that assess the
needs of the business and provide the business with information about
resources available, as evidenced by submitting a report listing
businesses visited, date visited, details of items discussed, referrals to
governmental or other agencies, incentive requests and any other follow-
up and/or assistance required. Information provided will maintain
business confidentiality.
Deliverable 4: Coordinate monthly with County Staff, including the
Economic Development on economic development activities and
schedule a monthly telephone conference with the Director of Collier
County's Office of Business & Economic development. Progress and
completion of this deliverable will be evidenced by submission of the
email invitation and meeting minutes and/or summary.
Deliverable 5: Provide a quarterly economic update to County
Commissioners and organize an annual meeting providing an annual
economic update Progress and completion will be evidenced by
submission of the email invitation. Present to community groups and
organizations on economic conditions evidenced by submission of email
invitation and calendar acceptance to present and meeting minutes and/or
summary, including attendees.
Deliverable 6: Maintain membership to applicable economic
development partner organizations including Florida Economic
Development Council, Enterprise Florida and Florida Power and Light.
Attend annual meetings and applicable conferences and as a
representative of Collier County. Provide coordination, information and
direction that clearly articulates Collier County’s economic
development goals and objectives. The progress and completion of this
deliverable will be evidenced by membership and conference invoices.
Answer RFPs from the above entities on behalf of, and coordinated
with, Collier County as evidenced by email submissions of RFPs.
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4. Submit on or before
January 31st, for the period of
October 1st through December
31st of the preceding calendar
year.
Deliverable 1: Maintain a minimum PARTNERSHIP staff of one (1)
full-time employee, with up to a 90-day grace period in the event of
an employee separation occurrence. The progress and completion
of this deliverable will be evidenced by providing the COUNTY
with payroll reports, bank transaction reports, and IRS form 941.
Deliverable 2: Assist in website collaboration, including (a) response
to inquiries from CollierEDO.org, (b) contribution to the monthly
Collier EDO newsletter, and (c) assistance with website updates and
management. The progress and completion of this deliverable will be
evidenced by a quarterly analytics report and submission of draft
newsletter content to the appropriate COUNTY contact.
Deliverable 3: Complete a minimum of 50 retention visits, a minimum
of 10 per quarter, with Collier County businesses. Retention visits are
in-person visits to existing businesses in Collier County that assess the
needs of the business and provide the business with information about
resources available, as evidenced by submitting a report listing
businesses visited, date visited, details of items discussed, referrals to
governmental or other agencies, incentive requests and any other
follow-up and/or assistance required. Information provided will
maintain business confidentiality.
Deliverable 4: Coordinate monthly with County Staff, including the
Economic Development on economic development activities and
schedule a monthly telephone conference with the Director of Collier
County's Office of Business & Economic development. Progress and
completion of this deliverable will be evidenced by submission of the
email invitation and meeting minutes and/or summary.
Deliverable 5: Provide a quarterly economic update to County
Commissioners and organize an annual meeting providing an annual
economic update Progress and completion will be evidenced by
submission of the email invitation. Present to community groups and
organizations on economic conditions evidenced by submission of email
invitation and calendar acceptance to present and meeting minutes
and/or summary, including attendees.
Deliverable 6: Maintain membership to applicable economic
development partner organizations including Florida Economic
Development Council, Enterprise Florida and Florida Power and Light.
Attend annual meetings and applicable conferences and as a
representative of Collier County. Provide coordination, information and
direction that clearly articulates Collier County’s economic
development goals and objectives. The progress and completion of this
deliverable will be evidenced by membership and conference invoices.
Answer RFPs from the above entities on behalf of, and coordinated
with, Collier County as evidenced by email submissions of RFPs.
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EXHIBIT D
PAYMENT RECORD CHART FOR PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT
Budget Category Annual Budget Expenditures
Current Request YTD Request
Remaining
Balance
Salaries, including Benefits
$70,000
Website
(Inquiries/Newsletter/Content)
$10,000
Retention Visits $15,000
Membership/Conferences $5,000
Total $100,000
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EXHIBIT E
PARTNERSHIP GENERAL LIABILITY COVERAGE DECLARATION SHEET
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EXHIBIT F
COLLIER COUNTY CMA #5383
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO)
[Effective Date: March 17, 1999 (Revised: October 1, 2001; Revised: October 1, 2003; Revised: May
1, 2009)]
§ 5383-1. Purpose.
The purpose of this instruction is to provide for the implementation of an equal-employment opportunity
(EEO) procedure authorized by the County Manager.
§ 5383-2. Concept.
It is the practice of the County to ensure that all Human Resources procedures are in compliance with state and
federal law. The County prohibits discrimination, as defined by state and federal law.
A. All Human Resources practices, including compensation, benefits, discipline, safety, as well as social
and recreational activities, will be administered and conducted in compliance with state and federal law.
B. Recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, transfer, training, reduction in force and layoff
decisions will be based on factors, including the candidate's/employee's job-related qualifications and
abilities. Seniority may be considered as a factor, given that other factors are equal.
C. An outreach program may be utilized to recruit, hire and ensure advancement of qualified minority
group members, women, disabled individuals and veterans.
D. Collier County government will take necessary steps to ensure that the work environment is free of
unlawful discrimination or harassment.
E. The County will continue to review its Human Resources procedures to ensure that its supervisors
and managers adhere to its commitment to equal employment opportunity (EEO) principles.
F. Employees who have EEO-related questions, comments or complaints are encouraged to discuss them
with their supervisor. If they are unable to resolve the situation through their supervisor, they may discuss
it with their Department Director, Division Administrator or a representative from the Human Resources
Department. The employee may also utilize the Commitment to Fair Treatment Procedure.
§ 5383-3. Currency.
The Human Resources Department is responsible for maintaining the currency of this instruction.
§ 5383-4. Reference.
Collier County Personnel Ordinance, Ordinance No. 2001-50: Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy
of Collier County to ensure that all Human Resources policies and practices are administered without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental handicap, or marital status.
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EXHIBIT G
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF PARTNERSHIP
The County's Office of Business and Economic Development and The Partnership agree that all inquiries for
business retention/expansion will be directed to the Partnership as the first responder in those areas and that the
Partnership will respond to requests for information and proposals from site selection consultants, Enterprise
Florida, Florida Power and Light and any other inquiries involving new business attraction or relocation. The
Partnership will also be the primary point of contact for Enterprise Florida and Florida Power and Light.
Provide an Annual Accomplishment Report in compliance with Section 125.045(4) F.S. to County on an annual
basis within 30 days of the end of the term of this Agreement. A presentation to the BCC may be required to
present this report, as needed.
Develop a budget reflecting the Chamber's contributions towards economic development and submit to the
County within 90 days of execution of this Agreement.
Partnership Functions include, but are not limited to, the following:
I. Business Retention, Expansion and Outreach
a. Conduct 50 expansion/outreach face to face visits.
b. Maintain accurate records in a customer relationship management system for existing industry
outreach and prospect activity.
c. Provide a quarterly report noting businesses met with and findings (growth, contraction,
concerns, issues, etc.).
d. Encourage the growth of existing industries and business, while giving proper assistance to any
new firms or individuals seeking to locate.
II. Business Attraction and Marketing
a. Develop, maintain and update website with up-to-date information on Collier County business
opportunities and to ultimately market Collier County as a desirable location for business enterprises.
b. Respond to requests for information and proposals from site selection consultants, Enterprise
Florida, Florida Power and Light and any other inquiries involving new business attraction or
relocation.
c. Work with state, regional and local partners to market Collier County as a competitive location for
business.
d. Provide an internet-based marketing tool for identifying existing sites, buildings and business-market
ready facilities (office space and industrial locations) for prospects and planning purposes.
e. Leverage and align, where applicable, PARTNERSHIP marketing plans with Enterprise Florida
Inc's marketing plans and initiatives to distinguish Collier County as a premier business location.
III. Workforce Development Initiatives
a. Connect our education partners with business leaders to optimize the success of workforce
development programs to support the current and future economy.
b. Develop a strategy and plan for the recruitment and retention of talent with the suppo and
collaboration of local and regional partners including, but not limited to, CareerSource of SWFL,
FGCU, FSW, iTech, LWTC, Future Ready Collier, and Collier Leads.
c. Work with career assistance centers and secondary education institutions to enhance the skills of
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the Collier County workforce and to ensure our talent attraction programs are relevant and responsive to the needs
of our businesses.
IV. Data and Reporting
a. Update key data points on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis, including workforce, business
creation and closures, unemployment, etc.
b. Conduct research and reporting through business retention and expansion visits and provide
quarterly reporting on aggregate data from these visits.
V. Collaboration and Partnerships
a. Maintain effective relations with state, local and regional partners and inform county-wide
partners on project statuses and new project inquiries, when applicable.
b. Initiate, support and maintain existing paiinerships and establish new partnerships with
community and industry organizations, as well as key governmental entities.
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