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Agenda 12/10/2024 Item #16D12 (After the Fact grant application submission to the U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development - To provide permanent supportive housing (PSH) for U.S Veterans)12/10/2024 Item # 16.D.12 ID# 2024-2185 Executive Summary Recommendation to approve and authorize an After the Fact grant application submission to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the Continuum of Care Builds funding opportunity number FR-6800-N-25A in partnership with SWFL Regional Coalition to End Homelessness via Grants.gov for an estimated amount of $5,000,000 with an estimated required match obligation from the County of $125,000. (Housing Grants Fund 1835 and Housing Match Fund 1836). OBJECTIVE: To provide permanent supportive housing (PSH) for U.S. Veterans who are disabled and experiencing homelessness, furthering the County’s strategic plan to promote health, safety and welfare. CONSIDERATIONS: On July 19, 2024, Collier County received a Notification of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) through the Initiative for Supportive Housing Development (INSIDE). This NOFO targets efforts within Continuum of Care (CoC) geographic areas to address and reduce homelessness by adding new units of PSH through new construction, acquisition or rehabilitation. Collier County routinely collaborates with organizations to support the transition of homeless persons into PSH as quickly as possible and assists with the implementation of the coordinated entry process to assess and direct the homeless and those with disabilities to appropriate housing and services. Collier County Community & Human Services (CHS), in partnership with the SWFL Regional Coalition to End Homelessness (SWFL Regional Coalition) and Warriors Homes of Collier, Inc.(WHC), are seeking $5,000,000 in funding from the HUD CoC Builds grant to bring housing opportunities to disabled veterans who are experiencing homelessness in Collier County. The SWFL Regional Coalition is the Collaborative Applicant for the CoC in which Collier County is a participant. The proposed application is to purchase a 10 unit apartment complex to house 20 homeless/disabled veterans. HUD’s objectives with this grant include reducing homelessness, increasing the supply of housing and integrating health with housing services. The proposed project will include acquisition, rehabilitation and all associated costs to provide subsidized housing for veterans. Collier County’s most recent 2024 point in time survey identified 96 homeless veterans. The veterans served by WHC through the proposed project will be supported with professional case management services and peer support services. WHC’s future operating plans, if awarded funding, includes hiring a full-time in-house case manager. If awarded, the grant requires a 25% match in the amount of $1,250,000, of which the County will be responsible for $125,000. WHC will be responsible for the remaining $1,125,000 of match. WHC plans on meeting it's match requirements through donations and rent revenue generated by the project. Pulte Homes has committed an estimated $750,000 to cover renovation costs. Other long-time contributors to WHC have additional committed support to the proposed project include Collier Community Foundation, Altamar Dental Studio, David Lawrence Center, NCH Healthcare System, MD Care Walk-In Clinic, the Schulze Foundation, Florida Comfort Systems (HVAC), Rent Furniture.com, the Moorings Park Foundation, S.J. Lockwood & Company, LLC, and several other private family resources in the area. The County will use $500,000 (10%) of the grant award for its expenses incurred as the administrator of the project. As the recipient, if awarded, Collier County staff will present the award for Board acceptance and approval. A subrecipient agreement between Collier County and WHC will also require Board acceptance and approval. This subrecipient agreement must be executed no later than forty-five (45) days of award notification. FISCAL IMPACT: The proposed CoC Builds project will include acquisition, rehabilitation and all associated costs for a total of $6,250,000. If awarded, federal funds in the amount of $5,000,000 through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development are anticipated. HUD requires a 25% match or $1,250,000. The County will retain 10% ($500,000) of the grant award for expenses incurred as the administrator of the project and will be responsible for the corresponding match portion of $125,000. Local match funding is available within Housing Grant Support Fund (1806) Reserves supported by interest earnings. The remaining $1,125,000 of the required match will be provided by WHC through donations. Page 7438 of 10663 12/10/2024 Item # 16.D.12 ID# 2024-2185 GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: There are no Growth Management Impacts associated with this Executive Summary. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item is approved as to form and legality and requires a majority vote for approval. -CJS RECOMMENDATIONS: Recommendation to approve and authorize an After the Fact grant application submission to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the Continuum of Care Builds funding opportunity number FR-6800-N-25A in partnership with SWFL Regional Coalition to End Homelessness via Grants.gov for an estimated amount of $5,000,000 with an estimated required match obligation from the County of $125,000. (Housing Grants Fund 1835 and Housing Match Fund 1836). PREPARED BY: Adrienne Meijer, Grants Coordinator, Community and Human Services Division ATTACHMENTS: 1. CM MEMO 2024 11-22 HUD CoCBUILDS ATF 25-001 2. 2025-001 HUD COC APP (002) After the Fact Approval 3. APP 2024 12-05 HUD COC Full Final Version OMB Approved Page 7439 of 10663 C,Rff",Covrnt! Office of lt/anagement & Budget TO cc Amy Patterson, County lvlanager FROM: Therese Stanley Manager - OMB Grants Compliance DATE RE: November 19, 2024 County lvlanager review and approval to submit a Continuum of Care Builds (CoCBuilds) grant application in partnership with SWFL Regional Coalition and Warriors Homes of Collier, lnc. to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in the amount of $5,000,000 with a required match of $1,250,000 for total application amount of $6,250,000. (ATF 25-001). The Community and Human Services Division, in partnership with the SWFL Regional Coalition and Warriors Homes of Collier, lnc. (WHC) is applying for federal funding through the HUD CoCBuilds grants program to acquire a 10-unit apartment building to provide permanent supportive housing for twenty U.S. Veterans who are disabled and experiencing homelessness, furthering the County's strategic plan to promote health, safety and welfare. Collier County routinely collaborates with organizations to support the transition of homeless persons into permanent supportive housing as quickly as possible. The County also assists with the implementation ofthe coordinated entry process to assess and directthe homeless and those with disabilities to appropriate housing and services. The funding from the HUD CoCBuilds grant program would bring housing opportunities to 20 disabled and homeless veterans out of 96 homeless veterans identified in the most recent Collier County 2024 survey. Veterans served by WHC through the proposed project will also be supported with professional case management and peer support services. WHC'S future operating plans if awarded include hiring a full-time in- house case manager. The proposed CoC Builds project will include acquisition, rehabilitation and all associated costs for a total of $6,250,000. HUD requires a 25o/o match or $1,250,000. The County will retain '10% ($500,000) of the grant award for expenses incurred as the administrator of the pro.iect and will be responsible for the corresponding match of $125,000. WHC will be responsible for the remaining $1 ,125,000 supported by donations from Pulte Homes in the amount of $750,000 and many other long{ime contributors. Those who have committed support to the proposed project include Collier Community Foundation, Altamar Dental Studio, David Lawrence Center, Healthcare System, IVID Care Walk-ln Clinic, the Schulze Foundation, Florida Comfort Systems Grant Application Reviewed and Approved by Manager,esrgnee Countv M ager tltul4u"o 3299 TamiamiTrail East, Suile 201 . Naples, Florida 34112-5746.239-2524973 . FAx 239252-8828 Kristi Sonntag Director - Community and Human Services After-the-Fact Approval by the BCC is required at the December I0, 2024, BCC meeting. Page 7440 of 10663 ATF Memo Request Page 2 November 19,2024 (HVAC), Rent Furniture.com, the fi/oorings Park Foundation, S.J. Lockwood & Company, LLC, as well as several other private family resources in the area. The funding opportunity for CoCBuilds was announced on July 19, 2024, wilh a submittal date of December 05,2024. Due to the need to collaborate with various organizations and agencies in the development of grant, it is necessary to utilize Collier County's CIVIA 5330 which authorizes the County lvlanager to approve the submittal of the grant application with a subsequent Board action on December 10,2024, BCC meeting. Once you have reviewed the application, please sign in the box above and the areas marked throughout the application and call me for pickup at 239-252-2959. Thank you, and please let me know if you have any questions Page 2 of 2 Page 7441 of 10663 REQUEST # OMB ASSIGNED FY17 v2. REQUEST FOR AFTER THE FACT APPROVAL OF GRANT APPLICATION Submit all requests to: OMB Grants Compliance Office FEDERAL/STATE AGENCY: PROGRAM NAME: CFDA# / CSFA#: DATE REQUESTED: DIVISION: REQUEST MADE BY: FUNDING ANNOUNCEMENT DATE: SUBMISSION DEADLINE: NEXT AVAIL. BCC MEETING DATE: The Board of County Commissioners must approve all grant applications, even those applications that do not require a signature and are submitted online or require an individual other than the Chairman of the Board to sign. The most common reason for an exception is when a grant application’s deadline precedes the agenda meeting deadline for Board approval. In this case, the project or program manager must contact the OMB Grants Compliance Office to request or discuss options for emergency submittals or an after-the-fact approval. Over usage or unjustifiable reliance on the after-the-fact process is not acceptable and the County Manager has the right at any point to disapprove the submittal of an application. 1.Choose one exception to CMA 5330 below. 2. Provide additional justification within this box (date you became aware of funding opportunity, etc.) 3. Attach a copy of the funding notification to this request. CMA 5330 Policy - (Check One) (a)The grant is announced and the application is due within one month or less and the deadline has been missed for the next available Board of County Commissioners meeting; (b)Division commitments to emergency situations or events beyond normal operations prohibit staff from having time to develop application in coordination with Grant Compliance Office; or (c)The Board of County Commissioners is not in session for a few weeks at a time (e.g. summer break). Requirements and Timeline Once the Grants Compliance Office receives your request and a copy of the funding notification, you will be contacted with an initial approval. No later than three business days prior to submittal, the Division must provide a complete application as will be submitted to the grantor agency and a draft Executive Summary, for review and County Manager approval prior to submittal. OMB will prepare the County Manager’s Memorandum of Approval (CM Memo) on behalf of the Division. The Division is required to obtain formal Board approval at the Board meeting date identified in the OMB written approval as well as attach a copy of the CM Memo to the Board action. Division Staff Signature I have read and understand the Requirements and Timeline Section of my After the Fact Request. I have included a copy of the Funding Announcement and any other accompanying information. OMB Grants Accountant Review OMB Grants Compliance Manager Approval FR-6800-N-25A Page 7442 of 10663 FY17 v2. AFTER THE FACT APPROVAL STEPS – GRANT APPLICATIONS 1.Complete an OMB After the Fact Request (ATF) 2.Submit ATF and required documentation to OMB 3.Receive approval from OMB 4.Division prepares Grant Application 5.Division prepares Executive Summary (ES) 6.Submit final ES and Application to OMB by deadline (3 days before grantor due date) 7.OMB prepares County Managers (CM) Memo 8.OMB presents application package, CM Memo and ES to County Manager for signature 9.OMB provides signed application package to Division 10.Division submits Application, with exception of grants.gov applications submitted by OMB 11.Division obtains Board approval by date identified in ATF approval 12.Division requests a Level 2 review of Board action 13.Division forwards fully executed copy of application to OMB 14.Division forwards any grantor communications to OMB including but not limited to notification of denial, notification of award, request for revision. 15.Division notifies OMB of application revisions prior to revision submittal 16.OMB reviews revisions and advises if Board action is necessary (substantial changes) Page 7443 of 10663 CoC Builds NOFO Package for FR-6800-N-25A submission Ddeadline: NNovember 21, 2024 Extended to December 5, 2024 Page 7444 of 10663 Page 7445 of 10663 Page 7446 of 10663 Page 7447 of 10663 Page 7448 of 10663 Page 7449 of 10663 Page 7450 of 10663 Page 7451 of 10663 Page 7452 of 10663 Page 7453 of 10663 Page 7454 of 10663 Page 7455 of 10663 Page 7456 of 10663 Page 7457 of 10663 Page 7458 of 10663 Page 7459 of 10663 Page 7460 of 10663 U,S. Department of Housing and Urban Oevelopment Certifi cation of Consistency Plan with the Consolidated Plan for the Continuum of Care Program Competition I certify the proposed activities included in the Continuum of Care (CoC) project application(s) is consistent with the iurisdiction's currently approved Consolidated Plan. Applicant Name:SWFL Regional Coalition to End Homelessness Project Name: EC-EQ:_(CoC Builds Opporlunity # FR480GN-254) Location ofthe Proj ect: 4240 Gulfstream Dnve, Naples, FL 34112 Name of Certifying Jurisdiction :Collier Countv Board of Countv Co m tsstoners certifying Official oft he Jurisdiction Name; Amv Patterson Signature: PuHi( Eponturg hrrd.n for this colledion of informatio n is eitimated to averate 3.0 hours per respo6€, includint lhe time for reva€wint instructions, completing the form, attachinS a list of prolects if submittin8 one form per iurisdiction, obtainint localjunsdiction's iignature, and uploadint to the electronic e-snaps CoCConsolidated Application. This ag€ncy may not.onduct or sponsor, and a pe6on is not.equaredto respondto, acollection information unlessthat coll€ctaon display5 a valid OM8 controlnumber. PrivacY Att St tement. lhis form does noi collect 55N infomation. The Depa rtment of Housint and Urban Development (HUo) is authorized to .oltect att the information .eq uired bythisform under 24 CFR part 91,24 CFR Part S78, and is authori.ed by the M.Kinney-Vento Act, as amended by S.896 The Homelets Emer8ency Assistan<e and Rapid Trans(io. to Housint {HEARTH)Act ot 2009 (42 U.S.C. 11371et req.). HIJD considers the complelion ofthis form, ,ncludinS the loce I jurisd iction(s) authorizint offic6l's sitnature, as confirmation the p.otect appticataon(s) proposed activiti€s subhitted to HUo inth€ coc Prqram competition are conslslent with the iurisdiction's consotidated ptan and, ifthe proiect applicant is a ttat€ or unit ot local Sovernm€nt, that the lurisdiction is followintits Consolidated Ptan perthe requir€menrot 24 CFR part9t. F.itureto eithersubmit oneform p€r prqect or one form with a listinS ofproiect information for each fietd [i.e., nameo, applicant, narne of project, tocatjon ofproiectlwill result ina te€h nical deficiency notification that must b€ correctedwithin the numbe. of days desi8nated by HUO, and furthertaitur€ ro provide matsint or incomplete information willresult in project a pplication removalfrom the reviev, process and rejection in thecompetitive procesl. OMB Approval No. 2506-0112 (Exp.7 /31120221 Title: Date: Page 7461 of 10663 Grant Application Detailed Budget Worksheet OMB Number 2501-0044 Expiration: 2/28/2027 Applicant Name:County of Collier Applicant Address: 4.333333333 Category Detailed Description of Budget (for full grant period) 1. Personnel (Direct Labor) Estimated Hours Rate per Hour Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income Veterans Case Manager 5yr 10,400 28.85 300,040.00 112,540.00 187,500.00 Grant Coordinator I 2,600 $38.78 100,828.00 100,828.00 Accountant I 2,600 $37.58 97,708.00 97,708.00 Grant Support Specialist 10,400 $27.53 286,312.00 187,886.88 98,425.12 Total Direct Labor Cost 784,888.00 498,962.88 285,925.12 - - - - - - 2. Fringe Benefits Rate (%)Base Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income Warrior Homes Payroll Fringe 20.00%300,040.00 60,008.00 22,508.00 37,500.00 Grant Coordinator I 27.00%$100,828 27,223.56 27,223.56 Accountant I 27.00%$97,708 26,381.16 26,381.16 Grant Support Specialist 27.00%$286,312 77,304.24 50,729.36 26,574.88 Total Fringe Benefits Cost 1.01 784,888.00 190,916.96 126,842.08 64,074.88 - - - - - - 3. Travel 3a. Transportation - Local Private Vehicle Mileage Rate per Mile Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income Subtotal - Trans - Local Private Vehicle - - - - - - - - - - - 3b. Transportation - Airfare (show destination)Trips Fare Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income Subtotal - Transportation - Airfare - - - - - - - - - - - 3c. Transportation - Other Quantity Unit Cost Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income Subtotal - Transportation - Other - - - - - - - - - - - 3d. Per Diem or Subsistence (indicate location)Days Rate per Day Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income Subtotal - Per Diem or Subsistence - - - - - - - - - - - Previous versions of HUD-424-CBW are obsolete.1 form HUD-424-CBW (2/2003) Page 7462 of 10663 Grant Application Detailed Budget Worksheet OMB Number 2501-0044 Expiration: 2/28/2027 Applicant Name:County of Collier Total Travel Cost - - - - - - - - - - 4. Equipment (Only items over $5,000 Depreciated value)Quantity Unit Cost Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income Total Equipment Cost - - - - - - - - - - 5. Supplies and Materials (Items under $5,000 Depreciated Value) 5a. Consumable Supplies Quantity Unit Cost Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income General office supplies 60 $12.38 743.04 743.04 Subtotal - Consumable Supplies - - 743.04 743.04 - - - - - - - 5b. Non-Consumable Materials Quantity Unit Cost Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income Furniture suite 10 $15,000.00 150,000.00 - 150,000.00 Subtotal - Non-Consumable Materials 150,000.00 - 150,000.00 - - - - - - Total Supplies and Materials Cost - - 150,743.04 743.04 150,000.00 - - - - - - 6. Consultants (Type)Days Rate per Day Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income Total Consultants Cost - - - - - - - - - 7. Contracts and Sub-Grantees (List individually) 7a. Contracts Quantity Unit Cost Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income CPM-Project Management fees 60 $1,000.00 60,000.00 60,000.00 Common Area Maintenance 60 35 2,100.00 2,100.00 Pest Contol 60 150 9,000.00 9,000.00 Landscaping 60 1000 60,000.00 60,000.00 Painting 5 2400 12,000.00 12,000.00 Plumbing/Repairs 60 50 3,000.00 3,000.00 HVAC Repairs 60 250 15,000.00 15,000.00 Key Lock repairs & Maintenance 60 35 2,100.00 2,100.00 Electrical Repairs 60.00 120.00 7,200.00 7,200.00 Appliance Repairs 60.00 275.00 16,500.00 16,500.00 Subtotal - Contracts 186,900.00 186,900.00 - - - - - - - 7b. Sub-Grantees (List individually)Quantity Unit Cost Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income Subtotal - Sub-Grantees - - - - - - - - - Previous versions of HUD-424-CBW are obsolete.2 form HUD-424-CBW (2/2003) Page 7463 of 10663 Grant Application Detailed Budget Worksheet OMB Number 2501-0044 Expiration: 2/28/2027 Applicant Name:County of Collier Total Contracts and Sub-Grantees Cost - - 186,900.00 186,900.00 - - - - - - - 8. Construction Costs 8a. Administrative and legal expenses Quantity Unit Cost Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other - Collier County Match Program Income Legal Fees 1 6000.00 6,000.00 6,000.00 Environmental Survey 1 8500.00 8,500.00 8,500.00 Subtotal - Administrative and legal expenses 14,500.00 14,500.00 - - - - - - - 8b. Land, structures, rights-of way, appraisal, etc Quantity Unit Cost Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income Building Acquisition 1 $2,600,000 2,600,000.00 2,600,000.00 Real Estate Taxes on Purchase 1 $28,398.00 $28,398.00 28,398.00 Subtotal - Land, structures, rights-of way, …2,628,398.00 2,628,398.00 - - - - - - - 8c. Relocation expenses and payments Quantity Unit Cost Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other-chs Program Income URA-42 mo 42 790,104.00 790,104.00 Subtotal - Relocation expenses and payments 790,104.00 790,104.00 - - - - - - - 8d. Architectural and engineering fees Quantity Unit Cost Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income Architectural Plans 1 1850 1,850.00 1,850.00 engineering 3500 3,500.00 3,500.00 Subtotal - Architectural and engineering fees 5,350.00 5,350.00 - - - - - - - 8e. Other architectural and engineering fees Quantity Unit Cost Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income Survey 500 500.00 500.00 Permit 5000 5,000.00 5,000.00 - Subtotal - Other architectural and engineering fees 5,500.00 5,500.00 - - - - - - - 8f. Project inspection fees Quantity Unit Cost Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income Inspection fees 2500 2,500.00 2,500.00 Subtotal - Project inspection fees - 2,500.00 2,500.00 2,500.00 - - - - - - - 8g. Site work Quantity Unit Cost Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income - Subtotal - Site work - - - - - - - - - - - 8h. Demolition and removal Quantity Unit Cost Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income Demo 50000 50,000.00 50,000.00 Pool demo 6500 6,500.00 6,500.00 Subtotal - Demolition and removal 56,500.00 56,500.00 - - - - - - - 8i. Construction Quantity Unit Cost Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income Appliances $35,000.00 $35,000.00 - $35,000.00 Baseboards $18,000.00 $18,000.00 - $18,000.00 Cabinet Hardware $1,500.00 $1,500.00 - $1,500.00 Cabinets $40,000.00 $40,000.00 - $40,000.00 Concrete & Masonry $4,500.00 $4,500.00 - $4,500.00 Countertops & Sinks $40,000.00 $40,000.00 - $40,000.00 Previous versions of HUD-424-CBW are obsolete.3 form HUD-424-CBW (2/2003) Page 7464 of 10663 Grant Application Detailed Budget Worksheet OMB Number 2501-0044 Expiration: 2/28/2027 Applicant Name:County of Collier Doors Int & Ext $18,000.00 $18,000.00 - $18,000.00 Driveway & Sidewalks $3,500.00 $3,500.00 - $3,500.00 Drywall $35,000.00 $35,000.00 - $35,000.00 Electrical Wiring & Repairs $55,000.00 $55,000.00 - $55,000.00 Fans & Lighting Fixtures $6,500.00 $6,500.00 - $6,500.00 Fascia & Soffit $7,500.00 $7,500.00 - $7,500.00 Fencing $1,500.00 $1,500.00 - $1,500.00 Flooring $55,000.00 $55,000.00 - $55,000.00 Framing $25,000.00 $25,000.00 - $25,000.00 Gutters $15,000.00 $15,000.00 - $15,000.00 HVAC $35,000.00 $35,000.00 - $35,000.00 Insulation $13,000.00 $13,000.00 - $13,000.00 Landscaping $10,000.00 $10,000.00 - $10,000.00 Painting - Exterior $5,500.00 $5,500.00 - $5,500.00 Painting - Interior $35,000.00 $35,000.00 - $35,000.00 Plumbing $80,000.00 $80,000.00 - $80,000.00 Roof $105,000.00 $105,000.00 - $105,000.00 Showers $50,000.00 $50,000.00 - $50,000.00 Stucco $3,500.00 $3,500.00 - $3,500.00 Toilets $5,000.00 $5,000.00 - $5,000.00 Trusses $15,000.00 $15,000.00 - $15,000.00 Windows $32,000.00 $32,000.00 - $32,000.00 Subtotal - Construction $750,000.00 #$0.00 $750,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 8j. Equipment Quantity Unit Cost Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income - Subtotal - Equipment - - - - - - - - - - - 8k. Contingencies Quantity Unit Cost Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income - Subtotal - Contingencies - - - - - - - - - - - 8l. Miscellaneous Quantity Unit Cost Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income - Subtotal - Miscellaneous - - - - - - - - Total Construction Costs 4,252,852.00 3,502,852.00 750,000.00 - - - - - - 9. Other Direct Costs Quantity Unit Cost Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income Electricity 60 775 46,500.00 46,500.00 Water 60 725 43,500.00 43,500.00 Cable/Internet 60 1025 61,500.00 61,500.00 Garbage 60 620 37,200.00 37,200.00 Insurance 60 4500 270,000.00 270,000.00 Financial Audit 60 $1,250.00 75,000.00 75,000.00 Property Taxes & License 60 $2,500.00 150,000.00 150,000.00 Total Other Direct Costs 683,700.00 683,700.00 - - - - - - - 10. Indirect Costs Rate Base Estimated Cost HUD Share Applicant Match Other HUD Funds Other Federal Share State Share Local/Tribal Share Other Program Income Previous versions of HUD-424-CBW are obsolete.4 form HUD-424-CBW (2/2003) Page 7465 of 10663 Grant Application Detailed Budget Worksheet OMB Number 2501-0044 Expiration: 2/28/2027 Applicant Name:County of Collier Total Indirect Costs - - - - - - - - - - - Total Estimated Costs 6,250,000.00 5,000,000.00 1,250,000.00 - - - - - - Previous versions of HUD-424-CBW are obsolete.5 form HUD-424-CBW (2/2003) Page 7466 of 10663 form HUD-424-CBW OMB Number 2501-0044 Grant Application Detailed Budget Worksheet Expiration: 2/28/2027 Detailed Description of Budget Analysis of Total Estimated Costs Estimated Cost Percent of Total 1 Personnel (Direct Labor)784,888.00 12.6% 2 Fringe Benefits 190,916.96 3.1% 3 Travel 0.00 0.0% 4 Equipment 0.00 0.0% 5 Supplies and Materials 150,743.04 2.4% 6 Consultants 0.00 0.0% 7 Contracts and Sub-Grantees 186,900.00 3.0% 8 Construction 4,252,852.00 68.0% 9 Other Direct Costs 683,700.00 10.9% 10 Indirect Costs 0.00 0.0% Total:6,250,000.00 100.0% Federal Share: Match (Expressed as a percentage of the Federal Share): Previous versions of HUD-424-CBW are obsolete.1 form HUD-424-CBW (2/2003) Page 7467 of 10663 Page 7468 of 10663 CONSOLIDATED PLAN 2021-2025 Prepared By: Blulynx Solutions Page 7469 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 1 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Table of Contents Executive Summary ....................................................................................................................................... 4 ES-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b) ......................................................................... 4 The Process ................................................................................................................................................. 15 PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies 24 CFR 91.200(b) ........................................................................... 15 PR-10 Consultation – 91.100, 91.110, 91.200(b), 91.300(b), 91.215(I) and 91.315(I) ............................ 17 PR-15 Citizen Participation – 91.105, 91.115, 91.200(c) and 91.300(c) ................................................. 33 Needs Assessment ...................................................................................................................................... 42 NA-05 Overview ...................................................................................................................................... 42 NA-10 Housing Needs Assessment - 24 CFR 91.205 (a,b,c) .................................................................... 42 NA-15 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Problems – 91.205 (b)(2) ........................................ 54 NA-20 Disproportionately Greater Need: Severe Housing Problems – 91.205 (b)(2) ............................ 59 NA-25 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens – 91.205 (b)(2) .................................. 64 NA-30 Disproportionately Greater Need: Discussion – 91.205(b)(2) ..................................................... 66 NA-35 Public Housing – 91.205(b) .......................................................................................................... 69 NA-40 Homeless Needs Assessment – 91.205(c)Introduction: .............................................................. 75 A variety of housing and shelter models are available within the community including emergency shelter (ES), transitional housing (TH), permanent supportive housing (PSH), rapid re-housing (RRH).: ................................................................................................................................................................ 75 NA-45 Non-Homeless Special Needs Assessment - 91.205 (b, d) ........................................................... 78 NA-50 Non-Housing Community Development Needs – 91.215 (f) ....................................................... 80 Housing Market Analysis ............................................................................................................................. 82 MA-05 Overview ..................................................................................................................................... 82 MA-10 Number of Housing Units – 91.210(a)&(b)(2) ............................................................................. 82 MA-15 Housing Market Analysis: Cost of Housing - 91.210(a) ............................................................... 85 MA-20 Housing Market Analysis: Condition of Housing – 91.210(a)...................................................... 88 Page 7470 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 2 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) MA-25 Public and Assisted Housing – 91.210(b) .................................................................................... 92 MA-30 Homeless Facilities and Services – 91.210(c) .............................................................................. 95 MA-35 Special Needs Facilities and Services – 91.210(d) ....................................................................... 97 MA-40 Barriers to Affordable Housing – 91.210(e) .............................................................................. 100 MA-45 Non-Housing Community Development Assets – 91.215 (f) .................................................... 102 MA-50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion ..................................................................................... 108 MA-60 Broadband Needs of Housing occupied by Low- and Moderate-Income Households - 91.210(a)(4), 91.310(a)(2) ..................................................................................................................... 113 MA-65 Hazard Mitigation - 91.210(a)(5), 91.310(a)(3) ......................................................................... 115 Strategic Plan ............................................................................................................................................ 116 SP-05 Overview ..................................................................................................................................... 116 SP-10 Geographic Priorities – 91.215 (a)(1) .......................................................................................... 119 SP-25 Priority Needs - 91.215(a)(2)....................................................................................................... 122 SP-30 Influence of Market Conditions – 91.215 (b) .............................................................................. 130 SP-35 Anticipated Resources - 91.215(a)(4), 91.220(c)(1,2) ................................................................. 131 SP-40 Institutional Delivery Structure – 91.215(k) ............................................................................... 135 SP-45 Goals Summary – 91.215(a)(4) ................................................................................................... 141 SP-50 Public Housing Accessibility and Involvement – 91.215(c) ......................................................... 145 SP-55 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.215(h) ................................................................................. 145 SP-60 Homelessness Strategy – 91.215(d) ............................................................................................ 146 SP-65 Lead based paint Hazards – 91.215(i)y ....................................................................................... 148 SP-70 Anti-Poverty Strategy – 91.215(j) ............................................................................................... 149 SP-80 Monitoring – 91.230 ................................................................................................................... 149 Expected Resources .................................................................................................................................. 151 AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c)(1,2) ......................................................................................... 151 Annual Goals and Objectives ..................................................................... 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Page 7471 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 3 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives ...................................................................................................... 155 Projects ................................................................................................................................................. 158 AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d) ................................................................................................................... 158 AP-38 Project Summary ........................................................................................................................ 161 AP-50 Geographic Distribution – 91.220(f) ........................................................................................... 171 Affordable Housing ............................................................................................................................... 172 AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g) ................................................................................................. 172 AP-60 Public Housing – 91.220(h) ......................................................................................................... 173 AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities – 91.220(i) .......................................................... 175 AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j) ................................................................................. 177 AP-85 Other Actions – 91.220(k) .......................................................................................................... 177 Program Specific Requirements ............................................................................................................ 181 AP-90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l)(1,2,4) .................................................................... 181 Page 7472 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 4 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Executive Summary ES-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b) 1. Introduction The 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development provides the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) with information on Collier County’s intended uses of funds HUD's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) programs. The County allocates the annual funding from these programs to public, private, or non-profit parties consistent with HUD program goals and requirements. Below is a list of each of the grant program objectives:  CDBG Program: Provide decent housing, creating suitable living environments, and expanding economic opportunities principally for low- and moderate-income persons.  HOME Program: Provides funding for a wide range of activities including building, buying, and/or rehabilitating affordable housing for rent or homeownership or providing direct rental assistance to low-income people.  ESG Program: ESG funds improve the number and quality of emergency shelters for homeless individuals and families, help operate shelters, provide essential services to shelter residents, rapidly rehouse homeless individuals and families, and prevent families and individuals from becoming homeless. The County submits the Consolidated Plan to HUD every five years and has a program year beginning October 1 and ending September 30. The County’s Annual Action provide a concise summary of the actions, activities, and specific federal and nonfederal resources that will be used each year to address the priority needs and goals identified in the Consolidated Plan. The County has identified the following Goals to be addressed over the 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan period and during the 2021 Annual Action Plan: Goal # Goal Name 1 Housing Affordability 2 Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention 3 Public Facilities 4 Public Infrastructure Improvements 5 Public Services 6 Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Choice 7 Program Administration and Planning Page 7473 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 5 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Community Profile and Needs The Collier County Consolidated Plan relies upon multiple forms of qualitative and quantitative data as well as community input in order to identify housing, homelessness, and community development needs and trends. This picture of need is the basis of the proposed objectives and outcomes for the 2021 Consolidated Plan. In addition to the US Census, updated American Community Survey (ACS) data and community surveys that provides the foundation for development of the document, the Cities of Naples, Everglades, and Marco Island built on the work of several active committees and recent studies that addressed housing, homeless and community development. The assessment was also informed by additional consultations with city officials and other important stakeholders such as the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, United Way of Collier County, and the Collier County Homeless Coalition. In 2020, the County’s economy has continued to diversify and improve, while at the same time leaving many in the community still struggling to find jobs with wages to cover increasing housing costs. There is a significant number of households who cannot meet the basic needs for food, shelter, medical care, and transportation. In addition, there are a growing number of seniors, persons with disabilities, and others who are unable to work. These factors, combined with a very tight housing market, have resulted in many households paying more than they can afford, and a growing number of persons experiencing homelessness. It is important to note that the impacts of the COVID-19 are too recent to be reflected in the 2020 and 2019 ACS data used for the analysis provided below. Population Growth As noted in the 2019 Census American Community Survey, Collier County, Florida had a total population of 384,902 of which 195,189 or 50.7% are female and 189,713 or 49.2% are males when compared to 2010, County’s population was 322,472 with 162,493 or 50.3% of females and 159,979 or 49.6% of males. Therefore, reflecting a 19.3% population increase in the Collier County. Population grew to 21,812 in Naples, 7.32% increase since 2010. The population also increased in Marco Island to 17,834, a 5.14% increase since 2010. Last, Everglades City’s population decreased to 190, a 41.89% decrease since 2010. Accounting for population growth over the last 10 years, Collier County is expected to continue to grow over time. Age Distribution The population of Collier County is aging. According to ACS, in 2010 there were 70,289 people aged 60 to 75 and this grew to 87,042 in 2019. For the same period, there were 193,930 people under the age of 55 in 2010, which has also risen to 205,929 in 2019. Racial and Ethnic Composition Collier County is becoming increasingly racially and ethnically diverse. Latino residents are the fastest growing population, representing 28.6% of the population in the County in 2019. While 11.5% of the population is non-white comprised of 28,704 African Americans, 6,961 Asians, 1,768 American Indian and Alaska Natives, and 6,414 multi-racial persons. Page 7474 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 6 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Household Composition As of 2019, Collier County has a total of 140,578 households. There were 10,797 households in Naples, 8,379 in Marco Island, and 101 in Everglades City. In Collier County, of the 140,578 total household there were 10,194 single female-headed households and 4,417 single male-headed households. There has also been a significant increase in nonfamily households 43,299 which now make up 30.8% of all households as compared to 2010 which had 37,996 or 32.12%. The largest growth in household type is non-family households which increased 13.95% between 2010 and 2019. In 2019, the average household size is 2.71 in Collier County. Multigenerational living is defined as residing in a home with three or more generations. According to Generations United, the past ten years have seen a remarkably large leap in multigenerational living, from 7% of Americans 2011 to 26% of Americans in 2021. As noted in the 2010 Census, Collier County had a total of 118,258 households of which 2.6% (3,022)% were living in multigenerational households. This data is collected during the decennial census every ten years and this data is the most recent data available. MULTIGENERATIONAL HOUSEHOLDS Label Estimate Percent Multigenerational Households 3,022 2.6% Other Households 115,236 97.4% TOTAL 118,258 100% Source: 2010 American Community Survey, 2010: ACS 1-Year Estimates Detailed Tables Income and Poverty According to 2019 ACS, the median income of households in Collier County, Florida was $76,025. An estimated 4.8% of households had income below $10,000 a year and 13.1% had income over $200,000 or more. The Median Household Income for Collier County is higher than the US ($65,712) and our northern county, Lee County ($57,832). While income has risen slightly there remain many low wage jobs and data has shown this contributes to financial instability as evidenced by other indicators: 6.5% or 9,164 residents receive food stamp benefits (SNAP), 61% of students are eligible for free and reduced lunch. In 2019, 48,825 individuals in Collier County had incomes below 125 % of the poverty levels as indicated in the chart below. % Page 7475 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 7 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Source: https://dch.georgia.gov/document/document/2019-federal-poverty-guidelines/download Page 7476 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 8 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Persons with Disabilities According to the 2019 ACS, of the total Collier County population of 384,902 there were 47,569 people, or 12.3%, living with one or more disabilities. The highest reported disabilities include ambulatory at 6.3%, cognitive at 3.9%, and difficulty with independent living 5.2%. Persons Experiencing Homelessness The 2021 Point-in-Time Count (PIT) identified 568 people in Collier County experiencing homelessness, a 5.8% decrease from 2020. Over 25% of this population, or 144 individuals, met HUD’s definition of unsheltered. As a disclaimer, these numbers may be under reported due to COVID. The 2021 PIT count also found that 169 persons experiencing homelessness were seriously mentally ill, 198 reported substance abuse, 34 were veterans, 49 were seniors, and 49 were families with comprised of adults and 109 children. For FY 2021, Collier County reported that 568 unduplicated individuals who were homeless received human services from one or more agencies. During the 2020-2021 school year, the Collier County public school reported 805 Page 7477 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 9 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) homeless youth, includes students who are staying with friends or family. The reported number includes 183 homeless youth (16 and older) who were unaccompanied. Persons with Special Needs who are not Homeless. Limited new data exists specific to non-homeless special needs populations in Collier County. There are numerous sub-populations in this community. Of those, there are some that have both enough and unique housing and service needs that warrant identification. Those include the following: families with children, seniors, ex-offenders, people with HIV/AIDS, victims of domestic violence, people with drug and alcohol addictions, people who are evicted or foreclosed, people with physical and mental disabilities, veterans, youth and young adults, and youth aging out of foster care. Employment and Economy Economic conditions in Collier County have recovered significantly in the past decade, and the County has emerged as a more diversified economy than it was before the Great Recession. The number of jobs has grown steadily during the decade, and unemployment rates have remained relatively low during recent years (below 3%). Wages have slightly risen 1.9% in the County as reflected in the household earnings chart below: Household Earnings 2017-2019 Collier County, Florida 2017 2018 2019 $40,622.00 $40,892.00 $41,415.00 Source: Census, ACS Estimates 2017-2019, data.census.gov As of 2019, there were 166,353 (50.7%) persons in the labor force 16 years and older and 161,557 (49.3%) not in the labor force. According to 2019 ACS estimates, 4,929 or 1.5% of the total population was unemployed. While there have been recent and significant job losses as a result of COVID-19, it is unclear how sustained these job losses will be as social distancing measures diminish. It is apparent however that many people with limited incomes are experiencing financial instability as a result of recent events. Housing Units and Tenure According to 2019 ACS estimates, the County had a total of 222,289 housing units. The majority of the housing units are single family 1-unit detached unit structures at 90,552 (40.7%) of the total units. The remainder consisting of 1-unit, attached at 15,145 (6.8%), 2-9 multi-family units at 44,174 (20.1%), 10-20 multi-family units at 59,697 (26.9%) and a small share of mobile/manufactured homes at 12,499 (5.6%) of the housing units. Housing Cost Burden Page 7478 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 10 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) While wages and incomes have continued to rise in recent years, they have not kept pace with the cost of both owner and rental housing in Collier County. From 2010 to 2019, Median Household Income increased 44% from 2010 at $52,730 to 2019 at $76,025. Housing costs in the county area have risen more sharply since 2010, especially in recent years. According to 2019 ACS estimates, the County’s median home prices have increased by 44.8% between 2010 and 2019, reaching $370,000. The County’s median gross rental rates have also increased substantially faster than incomes and the home values. Between 2010 and 2019, the median rental rate rose to 48.3% from $942 in 2010 to $1,397 in 2019. As a result, many households pay more for housing than is affordable, or are unable to afford any housing. Households paying more than 30% of household income are considered to have a ‘housing cost burden’. According to 2019 ACS, a total of 19,977 of renters in Collier County have cost burdens greater than 30% of their income, while a total of 14,910 of homeowners have cost burdens greater than 30% but less than 50% of their income. HUD Comprehensive Housing Affordable Strategy (CHAS) (2011-2015) data estimates the County had a total of 13,977 renter households and 14,154 of owner households spent more than 30% of their income on housing costs. Housing Conditions and Lead Based Paint The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Report on the National Survey of Lead-Based Paint in Housing released in 1995 found that 83% of the nation’s privately owned housing units built before 1980 had lead-based paint somewhere in the building. The study suggests that older homes are more likely to have lead-based paint than newer homes. According to the 2019 ACS, approximately 17% (37,852) of the total housing units were built prior to 1980 may be at risk of containing lead-based paint. Lead-based paint numbers are estimated since census data is not broken out annually. Since lead-based paint was outlawed in 1978 and census data is not available annually, all housing built after 1980 was excluded from the potential pool of housing potentially contaminated with lead-based paint. Despite the age of the housing stock, the physical condition of the housing in Collier County is generally good, as there are relatively few housing units (1,715) in the area that are considered substandard according to HUD. Based on input received during provider and public consultations, units available to low-income residents tend to have more significant issues, and because of the scarcity of affordable low-income housing, residents are reluctant to raise their concerns for fear of losing the housing. 2. Summary of the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan Needs Assessment Overview During the development of the Consolidated Plan, seven priority needs were identified. The priority needs and associated goals for 2021-2025 are summarized below: 1. Housing Affordability • New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Housing for Homeownership • New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Housing for Rental Housing Page 7479 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 11 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) • Homebuyer Assistance • CHDO Set-Aside • Tenant Based Rental Assistance 2. Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention • Support Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless • HMIS Support • Provide Rapid Re-Housing and Homelessness Prevention 3. Public Facilities • Improve Public Facilities • Improve Other Facilities 4. Public Infrastructure Improvements • Public Infrastructure Improvements 5. Public Services • Provide Public Service 6. Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Choice • Provide assistance and education to homebuyers. 7. Program Administration and Planning • Program Administration 3. Evaluation of past performance Each year, Collier County reports its progress in meeting the five-year and annual goals in the Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER). Listed below are some of the goals and accomplishments in the County’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 CAPER. The County successfully utilized CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds by increasing housing assistance for low- and moderate-income persons and allocating funds to public infrastructure and facility improvements, public services to local non-profit organizations to provide essential social services for the homeless, LMI persons, and non-homeless special needs population, affordable housing initiative and at-risk of homelessness activities. Page 7480 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 12 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) For FY2020, the fourth year of the Consolidated Plan period, Collier County made significant strides in meeting the strategic plan objectives. Collier County expended an estimated $2,669,701.85 in CDBG, HOME, and ESG funding on activities meeting its strategic plan goals and assisted approximately 391 persons through public services, land acquisition to benefit 51 households with future affordable housing, public facilities and infrastructure projects also had an area wide benefit of over 24,587 low-moderate persons in the County. 4. Summary of citizen participation process and consultation process During the preparation of Collier County’s FY2021-2025 Consolidated Plan and FY2021 Action Plan, a Public Hearing was held on May 3, 2021 to obtain the specific housing and related services needs for the County. All comments received have been included in this Consolidated Plan. The following methods were used to obtain public and private input: • Two needs assessment meetings were held on February 17, 2021 to obtain the specific housing and related services needs for the County. • A 30-day comment period was held from April 30, 2021 through May 31, 2021 for the public to review and provide comments on the Annual Action Plan. The plan was available for review in hard copy at the County’s Community and Human Services Division and on the County’s website at https://www.colliercountyfl.gov/your-government/divisions-a- e/community-and-human-services 5. Summary of public comments Below are the summary comments received during the needs assessment meeting. Question 1. What do you believe are the greatest community development needs in the area? Where are these needs most acute? Responses: • Affordable Housing is a large need • There is a deferred maintenance of affordable housing due to past Hurricane Irma • High need for affordable housing in Immokalee • Habitat for Humanity is a proponent affordable housing • There is a high need for senior housing and workforce housing • Access to affordable housing across the spectrum • There are no county incentives for affordable housing • Rural neighborhoods have a high need for rental for low-income households • Land development cost are extraordinarily high • Habitat builds 90-100 per year but still have a waiting list • Other needs include food deserts, low access to transportation, emergency beds and transitional shelters, and not enough housing Page 7481 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 13 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) • Bulk of the economy is in the coastal areas in Collier. • Rural areas have several low wages jobs • Majority of income for Collier County residents earn less than $35,000 a year. • 2-bedroom rent is about $1,500 per month • Median home prices in Collier are $550,000 • There is a high influx of out of state persons using up affordable rental property. Question 2 What do you believe are the greatest fair and affordable housing needs in the area? Where is this housing most needed? • The greatest need is access to housing under $400,000. • Lots of development of Condo’s that are under $300,000 with HOAs which makes it unaffordable. • Strong coalition of nonprofit network • Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance is currently building 128 affordable units. Question 3. Do area residents of similar incomes generally have the same range of housing options? No, there are not good housing options for low wage earners. Low wage earners may have to rent a room or substandard units. Question 4. Are there any barriers other than income/savings that might limit housing choices? Primary barrier is affordability, clients have to decide where to live. Question 5. Are public resources (e.g., parks, schools, roads, police & fire services, etc.) invested evenly throughout all neighborhoods? • County has put in sufficient efforts to ensuring equal resources like parks in all areas. • There is a greater focus on public resources available throughout the County. • 80% of Collier is restricted by wetlands. • Rural Neighborhood, a nonprofit organization, has acquired affordable rental housing and will build 400-unit apartment complex. Other Comments: Page 7482 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 14 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) The issue of persons who are not legal remains with any funds appropriated from Collier County since there was an Executive Summary passed by the BCC for housing programs back in 2016 that stated in Collier funds would be used for U.S. citizens and registered aliens. 6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them. All comments were accepted. 7. Summary In summary, the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan have been developed with community input and reflect the needs of the County. Many components of the Consolidated Plan were built on prior plans and strategies generated by local input. During the next Five-year Consolidated Plan period the County will continue to utilize CDBG, HOME and ESG funding to address the priority needs of low-income households. Page 7483 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 15 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) The Process The Consolidated Plan was developed through extensive consultation with partner organizations and other stakeholders, as well as broad input from community members. Several intergovernmental and advisory committees—representing the affordable housing provider, advocates, and other key community stakeholders—played an integral role. The Consolidated Plan also incorporated valuable data and analysis from several recently published reports on demographic, housing, community, and economic development conditions and needs. Service providers also shared their insights through an online survey. Extensive public outreach was conducted to allow other community members to share their insights during the planning process through public hearings, and online surveys. This section summarizes the extensive consultation and citizen outreach conducted. PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies 24 CFR 91.200(b) 1. Describe agency/entity responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source The following are the agencies/entities responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source. Agency Role Name Department/Agency CDBG Administrator Collier County Community & Human Services Division HOME Administrator Collier County Community & Human Services Division ESG Administrator Collier County Community & Human Services Division Table 1 – Responsible Agencies Narrative The Collier County Community & Human Services Division is the lead agency responsible for the development, administration, and review of the 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan and the 2021 Annual Action Plan. The Division administers Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) funds received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and coordinates execution of projects related to the priorities and goals identified in the Consolidated Plan. Page 7484 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 16 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information Kristi Sonntag, Director Community and Human Services Division 3339 East Tamiami Trail Health and Public Services Building H, Room 213 Naples, Florida 34112 Phone: (239) 252-2486 Fax: (239) 252-2638 Email: Kristi.Sonntag@colliercountyfl.gov Website: http://www.colliergov.net/your-government/divisions-a-e/community-and-human- services Page 7485 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 17 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) PR-10 Consultation – 91.100, 91.110, 91.200(b), 91.300(b), 91.215(I) and 91.315(I) 1. Introduction The County developed an outreach effort to maximize input from a large cross-section of stakeholders. This outreach effort included public meetings, neighborhood meetings, published meeting notices, and a web survey conducted in both English and Spanish. Consultation with the community and affected service providers is a fundamental component of the Consolidated Plan and Action Plan process. Collier County conducted significant consultation with citizens, municipal officials, non-profit agencies, public housing agencies, governmental agencies, and the Continuum of Care in preparing this Plan. The last piece of the stakeholder outreach component involved surveying local broadband and hazard mitigation agencies. Additionally, a total of 536 stakeholders completed surveys inquiring about the community and housing needs throughout the County. The County held two virtual public meetings on February 17, 2021 at 11:00am and 3:00pm through its public participation process prior to the development of the plan and one public meeting to review the draft priorities. These meetings are summarized in the Citizen Participation Section of this plan. Drafts of the plans have been posted on the County webpage. Notices of public meetings and hearings were published in the local newspaper. Stakeholder Focus Groups and Interviews: From February 2021 through April 2021, a series of stakeholder meetings and interviews was conducted to discuss issues and opportunities related to housing and community development needs as well as fair housing issues. Individuals representing government and policy makers, nonprofit organizations, affordable housing providers, and other interested parties were invited to participate to ensure that as many points of view as possible were heard. Over the course of one-on-one interviews and small focus group meetings, approximately five local nonprofit organizations provided their feedback in person. Several meetings were held with the local committees and in other settings. Public presentations of the findings and recommendations from the Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, and Priority and Needs sections were shared at multiple community meetings in February. Community and Agency Surveys: Separate online surveys were developed to gather information about current community conditions and needs. A total of 536 representatives from community agencies and the public responded to the online survey. This survey sought input from housing community development stakeholders and community members for the purposes of identifying priority needs, reviewing, and providing feedback on the County’s current priorities, and providing feedback on the housing and community development conditions in Collier County. The agency survey received responses from a range of organizations including city agencies, housing providers, and social service providers and advocate groups. The participating agencies provide social services support to low-income and near-homeless populations to maintain housing and secure available public and private resources. Agencies providing temporary and Page 7486 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 18 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) transitional housing to at-risk populations like single mothers, victims of domestic abuse, elderly, people with disabilities and/or mental illnesses, etc. were identified and reached out to for information through the survey as well as in-depth interviews. Consolidated Plan Advisory Committee: The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee provided input and feedback during several meetings on current housing and community development conditions, needs, and strategies. Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction’s activities to enhance coordination between public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health, and service agencies (91.215(I)). During the development of the Consolidated Plan, the County sought to encourage a high level of public communication and agency consultation in an effort to demonstrate its commitment to identifying priority needs and engaging the participation of citizens, public agencies, and nonprofit organizations in a positive and collaborative manner. A list of stakeholders and affordable housing providers was developed and included public agencies and private nonprofit organizations whose missions included the provision of affordable housing and human services to LMI households and persons. These stakeholders were invited to participate in needs assessment meetings held for the purpose of developing the Consolidated Plan. The list of stakeholders is included in the Citizen Participation Comments section. Based on the public meetings, a set of priorities was established by the County for the next five years as shown in SP- 25 of this document. Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness. Collier County staff attends bi-monthly meetings with the Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County and area service providers to enhance the community's comprehensive Continuum of Care system to end homelessness. This dynamic partnership includes collaborative efforts of a variety of community groups, government agencies. The Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County serves as the Lead Agency and has been designated by the CoC as the Collaborative Applicant to apply for the HUD CoC grant on behalf of Collier County’s Continuum of Care. The County enhances coordination of public, private, and non-profit housing providers, human service agencies, and social service providers through the following actions:  Continues to work with other jurisdictions and the Collier County Housing Authority to prioritize housing needs, provide services, and maximize the use of federal, state, and local funds for affordable housing, community development, and related services.  Continues to participate in coordinated efforts for shelter and services assisting homeless individuals and families. Page 7487 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 19 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)  County staff participates in many of the committees that provide direction for 10-year plan to end homelessness. Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards and evaluate outcomes, and develop funding, policies, and procedures for the administration of HMIS. The Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition (CCHHC) serves as the lead agency for Collier County’s Continuum of Care. Members of the Continuum of Care provided input during stakeholder interviews and in the project selection process. The CoC is responsible for designating a Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and a Lead Agency responsible for its management and has primary responsibility for ensuring that Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) is fully funded with appropriate policies and procedures, which were last updated in 2020. The CoC also works closely Collier County (ESG recipient) to allocate funds and monitor outcomes. 2. Describe Agencies, groups, organizations, and others who participated in the process and describe the jurisdictions consultations with housing, social service agencies and other entities. Individual consultations with members of public and non-profit organizations took place throughout the development of the Consolidated Plan. Additionally, a survey was conducted. Input from these meetings and survey information assisted with the identification of community needs, market conditions, priority needs and the resulting strategic plan. 1 Agency/Group/Organization Able Academy Agency/Group/Organization Type Children Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 2 Agency/Group/Organization Boys & Girls Club of Collier County Agency/Group/Organization Type Youth services Page 7488 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 20 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 3 Agency/Group/Organization Children's Advocacy Center of Collier County Agency/Group/Organization Type Youth services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 4 Agency/Group/Organization Collier County Housing Authority Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 5 Agency/Group/Organization Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition Agency/Group/Organization Type Homeless Services Page 7489 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 21 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 6 Agency/Group/Organization Collier Resource Center, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Supportive Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 7 Agency/Group/Organization Collier Senior Resources Agency/Group/Organization Type Senior Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 8 Agency/Group/Organization David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health Agency/Group/Organization Type Special Needs Services Page 7490 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 22 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 9 Agency/Group/Organization Drug Free Collier Agency/Group/Organization Type Special Needs Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 10 Agency/Group/Organization Empty Bowls Naples, Inc Agency/Group/Organization Type Supportive Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 11 Agency/Group/Organization Grace Place for Children and Families Agency/Group/Organization Type Youth services Page 7491 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 23 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 12 Agency/Group/Organization Habitat for Humanity of Collier County Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 13 Agency/Group/Organization Harry Chapin Food Bank Agency/Group/Organization Type Community Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 14 Agency/Group/Organization Hope for Families Ministry Agency/Group/Organization Type Community Services Page 7492 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 24 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 15 Agency/Group/Organization Immokalee CRA Agency/Group/Organization Type Neighborhood Organization What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 16 Agency/Group/Organization Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance Agency/Group/Organization Type Fair Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Services - Barriers to Fair Housing How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 17 Agency/Group/Organization Legal Aid Service of Collier County Agency/Group/Organization Type Legal Services Page 7493 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 25 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 18 Agency/Group/Organization Lighthouse of Collier Agency/Group/Organization Type Special Needs Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 19 Agency/Group/Organization Meals of Hope Agency/Group/Organization Type Supportive Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 20 Agency/Group/Organization NAMI Collier County Agency/Group/Organization Type Supportive Services Page 7494 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 26 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 21 Agency/Group/Organization Naples Senior Center at JFCS Agency/Group/Organization Type Senior Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 22 Agency/Group/Organization Our Daily Bread Food Pantry Incorporated Agency/Group/Organization Type Community Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 23 Agency/Group/Organization Residential Options of Florida (ROOF) Agency/Group/Organization Type Homeless Services Page 7495 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 27 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Services – Homeless How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 24 Agency/Group/Organization St. Matthews House Agency/Group/Organization Type Homeless Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Services – Homeless How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 25 Agency/Group/Organization St. Vincent de Paul Society, Naples Agency/Group/Organization Type Community Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 26 Agency/Group/Organization STARability Foundation Agency/Group/Organization Type Special Needs Services Page 7496 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 28 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 27 Agency/Group/Organization The Immokalee Foundation Agency/Group/Organization Type Supportive Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 28 Agency/Group/Organization The Salvation Army Naples Agency/Group/Organization Type Community Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 29 Agency/Group/Organization The Shelter for Abused Women & Children Agency/Group/Organization Type Special Needs Services Page 7497 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 29 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 30 Agency/Group/Organization United Way of Collier and the Keys Agency/Group/Organization Type Supportive Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 31 Agency/Group/Organization Wounded Warriors of Collier Agency/Group/Organization Type Veterans Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 32 Agency/Group/Organization Youth Haven, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Youth services Page 7498 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 30 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting Table 2 – Other local / regional / federal planning efforts Page 7499 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 31 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting. All entities were considered for consultation. Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of each plan? Continuum of Care Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County Affordable housing, services, and economic development 10 Year Plan to Prevent Hunger and End Homelessness Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County The Strategic Plan's goals to address homelessness align with Continuum of Care's goals and strategies. Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice, 2021 Collier County Barriers to affordable housing opportunities from the Analysis of Impediments were included in this Consolidated Plan. Collier County MHSA Strategic Plan 2019 Collier County The MHSA, adopted in 2019, coordinates assistance for those with mental health and substance abuse in the area. Urban Land Institute Advisory Services Report Collier County The ULI Report defines how the county will expand affordable housing. Table 2 – Other local / regional / federal planning efforts Describe cooperation and coordination with other public entities, including the State and any adjacent units of general local government, in the implementation of the Consolidated Plan (91.215(l)) In accordance with 24 CFR 91.100(4), the County notified adjacent units of local government of the non-housing community development needs included in its Consolidated Plan. The County will continue to interact with public entities at all levels to ensure coordination and cooperation in the implementation of the Consolidated Plan and thereby maximizing the benefits of the County’s housing and community development activities for the residents being served. Page 7500 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 32 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Coordination with private industry, businesses, developers, and social service agencies included Individual consultations were conducted with affordable housing developers and the social service agencies. The input received during these consultations informed the development of priority needs and recommended strategies. For example, through consultations with developers, it was determined that there remains insufficient access to affordable housing. Likewise, developers have a difficult time finding developable land for affordable housing. The Collier County staff that coordinated the development of the 2021 Consolidated Plan used the Citizen Participation Plan as a guide for consultations. Consultations were conducted with public and non-profit organizations. There were also several public advisory committees that were consulted. Input received from the consultations informed the Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, and Strategic Plan Narrative (optional): Combined, these agencies provide housing and supportive services to the community's special needs populations, including persons with disabilities, homeless families and individuals, chronic homeless persons, persons with HIV/AIDS, and the elderly. In addition to many of the agencies listed above many of the groups and agencies that were consulted provided information during the development of the plan. Page 7501 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 33 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) PR-15 Citizen Participation – 91.105, 91.115, 91.200(c) and 91.300(c) 1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation. Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal setting. Collier County staff worked with the community in developing goals and objectives. The developed goals are a result of feedback from the community regarding issues to be resolved and projects in need of funding. Collier County has an adopted Citizen Participation Plan to ensure consistent outreach efforts. A community needs survey in English and Spanish was available to residents, housing service providers. The survey ran from January 12, 2021 through February 5, 2021 and was advertised along with the community, meetings through a newspaper advertisement and English and Spanish. A total of 536 surveys were collected. The community survey was released online and promoted through the County’s Community and Human Services’ web-based resources. The survey respondents ranked helping families with children, providing mortgage and ongoing rental assistance, increasing emergency shelter space/permanent supportive housing, creating jobs in low-income neighborhoods, creating additional rental housing, assisting human service agencies with facilities acquisition or improvements, and housing services as high priorities and needs for the Collier County community. All municipalities were encouraged to have active participation in preparation of the Consolidated Plan by all residents who are affected by Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) funds. The Citizen Participation Plan outlines local responsibilities to provide opportunities for resident involvement. In addition to the survey, residents were invited to participate in an open house to learn about needs identified and strategies being considered to address those needs. Participants were able to provide direct feedback. This feedback informed the selection of priority needs and strategies for the Consolidated Plan, the identification of impediments to fair housing, and the identification of regulatory barriers. Page 7502 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 34 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Citizen Participation Outreach Page 7503 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 35 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of Response /attendance Summary of Comments re ceived Summary of comments not accepted and reasons URL (If applicable) 1 Internet Outreach Non-targeted broad community 536 See Survey Results in Citizen Participation Comments. None https://www.surveymonkey.com/ r/CollierCountyNeeds https://www.surveymonkey.com/ r/ColliernecesitaEspanol 2 Virtual Public Needs Assessment Meetings Housing, community development, and social service organizations Five local organizations attended the Needs Assessment Meeting. Affordable Housing, lack of shelters, need for housing rehabilitation None meet.google.com/ikw-qtfk-jbz 3 Public Hearing Non- targeted/broad community The public was notified of the public meetings via a newspaper ad The County did not receive any comments during the public hearing. All comments were accepted 4 Direct Contact Community Stakeholders, Nonprofits, 27 Community stakeholder interviews were held to assess needs in the County. Consolidated Plan 2020-2025 priority needs were established from comments. N/A N/A Page 7504 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 36 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of Response /attendance Summary of Comments re ceived Summary of comments not accepted and reasons URL (If applicable) 5 Newspaper Ad Non-English Speaking - Specify other language: Spanish Nontargeted/ broad community A public notice published in the Naples Daily News on advertised the availability of a draft version of the plan. This draft was accessible online at the Collier County Community and Human Services' website beginning on and ending on during which time public comment could be submitted There were no comments received All comments are accepted, and none rejected Table 3 – Citizen Participation Outreach Page 7505 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 37 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Community Profile and Needs The Collier County Consolidated Plan relies upon multiple forms of qualitative and quantitative data as well as community input in order to identify housing, homelessness, and community development needs and trends. This picture of need is the basis of the proposed objectives and outcomes for the 2021 Consolidated Plan. In addition to the US Census, updated American Community Survey (ACS) data and community surveys that provides the foundation for development of the document, the Cities of Naples, Everglades, and Marco Island built on the work of several active committees and recent studies that addressed housing, homeless and community development. The assessment was also informed by additional consultations with city officials and other important stakeholders such as the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, United Way of Collier County, and the Collier County Homeless Coalition. In 2020, the County’s economy has continued to diversify and improve, while at the same time leaving many in the community still struggling to find jobs with wages to cover increasing housing costs. There is a significant number of households who cannot meet the basic needs for food, shelter, medical care, and transportation. In addition, there are a growing number of seniors, persons with disabilities, and others who are unable to work. These factors, combined with a very tight housing market, have resulted in many households paying more than they can afford, and a growing number of persons experiencing homelessness. It is important to note that the impacts of the COVID-19 are too recent to be reflected in the data used for the analysis provided below. Population Growth As noted in the 2019 Census American Community Survey, Collier County, Florida had a total population of 384,902 of which 195,189 or 50.7% are female and 189,713 or 49.2% are males when compared to 2010, County’s population was 322,472 with 162,493 or 50.3% of females and 159,979 or 49.6% of males. Therefore, reflecting a 19.3% population increase in the Collier County. Population grew to 21,812 in Naples, 7.32% increase since 2010. The population also increased in Marco Island to 17,834, a 5.14% increase since 2010. Last, Everglades City’s population decreased to 190, a 41.89% decrease since 2010. Age Distribution The population of Collier County is aging. In 2010, there were 70,289 people aged 60 to 75 and this grew to 87,043 in 2020. For the same period, there were 136,079 people under age 45 in 2010, which has also risen to 162,534 in 2020. Racial and Ethnic Composition Collier County is becoming increasingly racially and ethnically diverse. Latino residents are the fastest growing population, representing 28.6% of the population in the County in 2019. While 11.5% of the population is non-white comprised of 28,704 African Americans, 6,961 Asians, 1,768 American Indian and Alaska Natives, and 6,414 multi-racial persons. %%% Household Composition Page 7506 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 38 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) As of 2020, family households still make up the largest percentage of households with 69.19% (6,441 in Naples, 5,714 in Marco Island, and 57 in Everglades City) and of those, 10,194 of households are single female- headed households. There has also been a significant increase in single person households which now make up 30.80% of all households. The largest growth in household type is non-family households which increased 12.24% between 2010 and 2020. Average household size is 2.71 in Collier County. Multigenerational living is defined as residing in a home with three or more generations. According to Generations United, the past ten years have seen a remarkably large leap in multigenerational living, from 7% of Americans 2011 to 26% of Americans in 2021. As noted in the 2010 Census, Collier County had a total of 118,258 households of which 2.6% (3,022) were living in multigenerational households. This data is collected during the decennial census every ten years and this data is the most recent data available. MULTIGENERATIONAL HOUSEHOLDS Label Estimate Percent Multigenerational Households 3,022 2.6% Other Households 115,236 97.4% TOTAL 118,258 100% Source: 2010 American Community Survey, 2010: ACS 1-Year Estimates Detailed Tables Income and Poverty According to 2019 ACS, the median income of households in Collier County, Florida was $76,025. An estimated 4.8% of households had income below $10,000 a year and 13.1% had income over $200,000 or more. Although growing, the Median Household Income for Collier County is higher than the US ($65,712) and our northern county, Lee County ($57,832). Further, there are many residents in Collier County that are struggling, as evidenced by other indicators: 6.5% or 9,164 residents receive food stamp benefits (SNAP), 61% of students are eligible for free and reduced lunch. Low wages also contribute to financial instability. In 2019, 48,825 individuals in Collier County had incomes below 125%%of the poverty levels as indicated in the chart below. Page 7507 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 39 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Source: https://dch.georgia.gov/document/document/2019-federal-poverty-guidelines/download Page 7508 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 40 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Persons with Disabilities According to the 2019 ACS, of the total population of 384,902 there were 47,569 people, or 12.3%, live with one or more disabilities. The highest reported disabilities include ambulatory at 6.3%, cognitive at 3.9%, and difficulty with independent living 5.2%. Persons Experiencing Homelessness The 2021 Point-in-Time Count (PIT) identified 568 people in Collier County experiencing homelessness, a 5.8% decrease from 2020. Over 25% of this population, or 144 individuals, met HUD’s definition of unsheltered. As a disclaimer, these numbers may be under reported due to COVID. The 2021 PIT count also found that 169 persons experiencing homelessness were seriously mentally ill, 198 reported substance abuse, 34 were veterans, 49 were seniors, and 49 were families with comprised of adults and 109 children. For FY 2021, Collier County reported that 568 unduplicated individuals who were homeless received human services from one or more agencies. During the 2020-2021 school year, the Collier County public school reported 805 homeless youth, includes students who are staying with friends or family. The reported number includes 183 homeless youth (16 and older) who were unaccompanied. Persons with Special Needs who are not Homeless Limited new data exists specific to non-homeless special needs populations in Collier County. There are numerous sub-populations in this community. Of those, there are some that have both enough and unique housing and service needs that warrant identification. Those include the following: families with children, seniors, ex-offenders, people with HIV/AIDS, victims of domestic violence, people with drug and alcohol addictions, people who are evicted or foreclosed, people with physical and mental disabilities, veterans, youth and young adults, and youth aging out of foster care. Employment and Economy Economic conditions in Collier County have recovered significantly in the past decade, and the County has emerged as a more diversified economy than it was before the Great Recession. The number of jobs has grown steadily during the decade, and unemployment rates have remained relatively low during recent years (below 3%). Wages have slightly risen 1.9% in the County as reflected in the household earnings chart below: Household Earnings 2017-2019 Collier County, Florida 2017 2018 2019 $40,622.00 $40,892.00 $41,415.00 Source: Census, ACS Estimates 2017-2019, data.census.gov As of 2019, there were 166,353 (50.7%) persons in the labor force 16 years and older and 161,557 (49.3%) not in the labor force. According to 2019 ACS estimates, 4,929 or 1.5% of the total population was unemployed. Page 7509 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 41 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) While there have been recent and significant job losses as a result of COVID-19, it is unclear how sustained these job losses will be as social distancing measures diminish. It is apparent however that many people with limited incomes are experiencing financial instability as a result of recent events. Housing Units and Tenure According to 2019 ACS estimates, the County had a total of 222,289 housing units. The majority of the housing units are single family 1-unit detached unit structures at 90,552 (40.7%) of the total units. The remainder consisting of 1-unit, attached at 15,145 (6.8%), 2-9 multi-family units at 44,174 (20.1%), 10-20 multi-family units at 59,697 (26.9%) and a small share of mobile/manufactured homes at 12,499 (5.6%) of the housing units. Housing Cost Burden While wages and incomes have continued to rise in recent years, they have not kept pace with the cost of both owner and rental housing in Collier County. From 2010 to 2019, Median Household Income increased 44% from 2010 at $52,730 to 2019 at $76,025. Housing costs in the county area have risen more sharply since 2010, especially in recent years. According to 2019 ACS estimates, the County’s median home prices have increased by 44.8% between 2010 and 2019, reaching $370,000. The County’s median gross rental rates have also increased substantially faster than incomes and the home values. Between 2010 and 2019, the median rental rate rose to 48.3% from $942 in 2010 to $1,397 in 2019. As a result, many households pay more for housing than is affordable, or are unable to afford any housing. Households paying more than 30% of household income are considered to have a ‘housing cost burden’. A total of 9,545 of renters in Collier County have cost burdens greater than 30% but less than 50% of the Area Median Income, while a total of 14,685 of homeowners have cost burdens greater than 30% but less than 50% of the Area Median Income. Housing Conditions and Lead Based Paint Approximately 17% (37,852) of the total housing units were built prior to 1980 and may contain lead-based paint. Approximately 37,852 homes pose potential lead-based paint hazards in Collier County. Despite the age of the housing stock, the physical condition of the housing in Collier County is generally good, as there are relatively few housing units (1,715) in the area that are considered substandard according to HUD. Based on input received during provider and public consultations, units available to low-income residents tend to have more significant issues, and because of the scarcity of affordable low-income housing, residents are reluctant to raise their concerns for fear of losing the housing. Page 7510 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 42 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Needs Assessment The Needs Assessment examines needs related to affordable housing, special needs housing, community development and homelessness. With input from data and market analysis, as well as community outreach and stakeholder consultation, the Needs Assessment identifies needs that form the basis for the Strategic Plan section and future programs and projects to implement the strategic plan. NA-05 Overview Needs Assessment Overview Based on HUD provided figures, the following data indicates the number and percentage of renters and homeowners who may be subject to housing problems, based on income level. The current economic recession has substantially increased the number of households experiencing housing problems and cost burdens. HUD receives a “special tabulation” of data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS) that is largely not available through standard Census products. These “special tabulation” data provide counts of the numbers of households that fit certain combinations of HUD-specified criteria such as housing needs, HUD-defined income limits (primarily 30, 50, and 80% of area median income) and household types of particular interest to planners and policymakers. This data, known as the Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) data, is used by local governments for housing planning and as part of the Consolidated Planning process. Assessing the specific housing needs of Collier County is critical to creating a realistic and responsive affordable housing strategy. As such, an assessment of the County’s affordable rental and single-family homes was conducted based on available demographic, economic and housing data for Collier County utilizing HUD’s new eCon Planning Suite downloaded in the Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS). The eCon Planning Suite pre-populates the most up-to-date housing and economic data available to assist jurisdictions identify funding priorities in the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan. Highlights of this assessment are provided in this section. NA-10 Housing Needs Assessment - 24 CFR 91.205 (a,b,c) Summary of Housing Needs According to the 2019 American Community Survey, Collier County is home to 384,902 residents. As indicated below by the ACS data, there were 321,520 residents living in 118,289 households in 2010, as shown in Table 4. As noted in the 2019 ACS, Collier County had a total of 140,578 households. By comparison in 2010, the population and number of households had increased by 19.7%. Likewise, the number of households in 2019 (140,578) also increased by 18.8% since 2010. Compared to the 2019 State of Florida and national figures of $59,227.00 and $65,712.00 Page 7511 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 43 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) respectively, Collier County has a higher median income of $76,025.00 compared to the state and the national median household income. HOUSING TENURE Estimate Percent Owner-Occupied Housing Units 104,357 74.2% Renter-Occupied Housing Units 36,221 25.8% TOTAL UNITS 140,578 100.0% 2019 ACS (Most Recent Year) Demographics Base Year: 2010 Most Recent Year: 2019 % Change Population 321,520 384,902 19.7% Households 118,289 140,578 18.8% Median Income $52,730 $76,025 44.1% Table 4 - Housing Needs Assessment Demographics Data Source: 2010 ACS (Base Year), 2019 ACS (Most Recent Year) Number of Households Table Table 5 - Total Households Table Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS 0-30% HAMFI >30-50% HAMFI >50-80% HAMFI >80- 100% HAMFI >100% HAMFI Total Households 11,000 13,090 20,790 11,710 54,545 Small Family Households 3,474 4,470 5,800 4,630 18,420 Large Family Households 870 1,430 2,084 710 2,724 Household contains at least one person 62-74 years of age 2,484 3,125 5,380 3,154 18,700 Household contains at least one-person age 75 or older 2,418 3,040 5,169 2,140 10,934 Households with one or more children 6 years old or younger 1,804 2,849 2,868 1,378 4,076 Page 7512 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 44 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Housing Needs Summary Tables 1. Housing Problems (Households with one of the listed needs) Renter Owner 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Substandard Housing - Lacking complete plumbing or kitchen facilities 60 190 105 120 475 35 34 145 85 299 Severely Overcrowded - With >1.51 people per room (and complete kitchen and plumbing) 205 340 105 4 654 80 8 30 55 173 Overcrowded - With 1.01-1.5 people per room (and none of the above problems) 555 855 534 160 2,104 169 270 430 195 1,064 Housing cost burden greater than 50% of income (and none of the above problems) 3,180 2,120 860 90 6,250 3,325 2,300 2,175 935 8,735 Page 7513 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 45 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Renter Owner 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total Housing cost burden greater than 30% of income (and none of the above problems) 235 1,985 3,440 1,025 6,685 645 1,865 3,205 1,760 7,475 Zero/negative Income (and none of the above problems) 495 0 0 0 495 959 0 0 0 959 Table 6 – Housing Problems Table Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS The following tables identify housing needs by both income bracket and renter/owner. The housing problems are identified as follows: 1. Substandard housing; unit lacking complete kitchen facilities. 2. Substandard housing; unit lacking complete bathroom facilities. 3. Cost burden of more than 30% of the household income (for renters, housing costs include rent paid by the tenant plus utilities; for owners, housing costs include mortgage payments, taxes, insurance, and utilities) 4. Overcrowding: more than one (1) person per room, not including bathrooms, porches, foyers, halls, or half-rooms Severe housing problems are: 1. Substandard housing; unit lacking complete kitchen facilities. 2. Substandard housing; unit lacking complete bathroom facilities. Page 7514 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 46 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 3. Severe cost burden of more than 50% of the household income (for renters, housing costs include rent paid by the tenant plus utilities; for owners, housing costs include mortgage payments, taxes, insurance, and utilities 4. Severe overcrowding more than 1.5 persons per room, not including bathrooms, porches, foyers, halls, or half-rooms 2. Housing Problems 2 (Households with one or more Severe Housing Problems: Lacks kitchen or complete plumbing, severe overcrowding, severe cost burden) Renter Owner 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Having 1 or more of four housing problems 3,995 3,500 1,604 380 9,479 3,600 2,605 2,785 1,265 10,255 Having none of four housing problems 685 2,850 6,005 3,709 13,249 1,270 4,125 10,380 6,340 22,115 Household has negative income, but none of the other housing problems 495 0 0 0 495 959 0 0 0 959 Table 7 – Housing Problems 2 Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS Page 7515 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 47 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 3. Cost Burden > 30% Renter Owner 0-30% AMI >30-50% AMI >50-80% AMI Total 0-30% AMI >30-50% AMI >50-80% AMI Total NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Small Related 2,044 2,725 1,850 6,619 974 990 1,440 3,404 Large Related 575 730 245 1,550 225 304 600 1,129 Elderly 804 849 1,133 2,786 2,334 2,539 2,975 7,848 Other 765 900 1,357 3,022 630 493 650 1,773 Total need by income 4,188 5,204 4,585 13,977 4,163 4,326 5,665 14,154 Table 8 – Cost Burden > 30% Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS Page 7516 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 48 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 4. Cost Burden > 50% Renter Owner 0-30% AMI >30-50% AMI >50-80% AMI Total 0-30% AMI >30-50% AMI >50-80% AMI Total NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Small Related 1,950 1,015 305 3,270 749 635 455 1,839 Large Related 435 85 10 530 130 79 105 314 Elderly 674 740 390 1,804 2,054 1,369 1,395 4,818 Other 715 515 179 1,409 510 268 230 1,008 Total need by income 3,774 2,355 884 7,013 3,443 2,351 2,185 7,979 Table 9 – Cost Burden > 50% Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS In Collier County, the majority of those households experiencing a housing problem are cost burdened or severely cost burdened. Households defined as “other” experience cost burden and severe cost burden at the highest rate. “Other” is a single person or a nonfamily household, meaning several non-related individuals sharing a household. Those small family households (2-4 family members) and those “other” households experience cost burden and severe cost burden at similar rates. Within the 50-80% AMI bracket, nearly half of those households experiencing severe cost burden are elderly households. This is most indicative of elderly homeowners that are living on a fixed income. Page 7517 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 49 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 5. Crowding (More than one person per room) Renter Owner 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Single family households 695 945 589 144 2,373 209 209 375 160 953 Multiple, unrelated family households 65 210 44 10 329 29 69 99 90 287 Other, non-family households 10 50 10 10 80 4 0 0 0 4 Total need by income 770 1,205 643 164 2,782 242 278 474 250 1,244 Table 10 – Crowding Information – 1/2 Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS Page 7518 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 50 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Renter Owner 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI Total 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI Total Households with Children Present 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Table 11 – Crowding Information – 2/2 Describe the number and type of single person households in need of housing assistance. Estimates of the number of single person households in need of housing assistance are not available for Collier County. In Tables 8 and 9 above, non-elderly single person households are included in the “other” households category, along with non-family households, such as roommates or non-married partner households. Table 8 shows that there are an estimated 3,022 “other” renter households and 1,773 “other” owner households with low or moderate incomes who spend more than 30% of their income on housing. Of these, 48% of renter households and 73% of owner households are also severely cost burdened, meaning that they spend over 50% of their income on housing and may be in the need of housing assistance. Estimate the number and type of families in need of housing assistance who are disabled or victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. According to the 2015-2019 5-Year American Community Survey, there are an estimated 42,528 disabled persons in Collier County, comprising about 11.5% of its population. While housing need is not estimated for the disabled population, the ACS does provide poverty rates by disability status, which can serve as an indicator of potential need, given that households with lower incomes are more likely to have a housing problem. For persons aged 18 to 64, 25% of the disabled population (11,670 persons) is impoverished, compared to 13% of the non-disabled population. For seniors, the poverty rate of disabled persons is 9% (1,983 persons) compared to 6% for those without a disability. Thus, poverty rates suggest that disabled adults in Collier County would be more likely to have difficulty affording housing than their non-disabled counterparts. Additionally, a limited supply of accessible housing, the cost of making needed modifications, and the limited availability of supportive housing for persons with developmental or substance abuse disabilities represent housing needs for the County’s disabled population. Page 7519 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 51 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) According to the 2021 Point in Time Count, the County served 122 victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking who were in need of housing assistance. Input from housing and homeless services providers, however, indicates a continued need for housing for domestic violence victims in Collier County. The Shelter for Abused Women & Children operates two 60-bed emergency shelters in Naples and Immokalee as well as nine transitional living cottages in Naples. According to their 2019-2020 Impact Report, there were 1,686 Collier County domestic violence calls to 911 in 2019. As evidence of the continuing need for housing for domestic violence victims, in its last fiscal year, The Shelter provided over 1,500 nights of housing to women and their children, over 14,689 hours of counseling, and education regarding domestic abuse to more than 20,000 professionals and community members. What are the most common housing problems? By far the most common housing problems in Collier County for both owners and renters are cost burdening and severe cost burdening. Table 8 reveals that 13,977 low- and moderate-income renter households spend more than 30% of their income on housing, as do 14,154 low- and moderate-income owner households. Taken together, there are 28,131 cost burdened households with incomes below 80% AMI. Of these, 14,992 households have a severe cost burden (7,013 renters and 7,979 owners), comprising 31% of total low- and moderate-income households, as Table 9 displays. The high rates of cost burden indicate that many households in the County are not able to adequately save for unexpected events and occasionally even planned expenses. It is important to consider that cost burden impacts households across all income brackets. During stakeholder engagements, community members consistently brought up the issue of limited housing options as a concern. This goes past just affordability, but includes accessibility, proximity to household needs, and size. Households may often choose to be cost burdened in lieu of choosing a housing unit that costs less than 30% of their income. This circumstance impacts low- and moderate-income households most often, and more specifically renter households. Crowding (more than one person per room) affects 2,618 renters and 994 owners with low and moderate incomes, or 9% of all households in that income group (Table 10), a considerably lower share than are affected by cost burdens or severe cost burdens. Substandard housing (lacking complete plumbing or kitchen facilities) affects the smallest number of low- and moderate-income households in Collier County: 355 renters and 214 owners, or 2% of all households with incomes under 80% AMI, according to Table 7. Staff opinion, consultation, and citizen participation demonstrated that the most common housing problems were deferred maintenance, lack of income/savings for down payments, and poor credit scores. These are all consistent with the needs of cost burdened households, and strategies such as housing rehabilitation and down payment assistance were identified as solutions to these problems. Are any populations/household types more affected than others by these problems? Page 7520 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 52 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Households with incomes lower than 80% AMI are more affected by housing cost burdens and thus, have the greatest needs. The data in Table 8 reveals that 13,977 low- and moderate-income renter households spend more than 30% of their income on housing, as do 14,154 low- and moderate-income owner households. Over 31% of low-income households are severely cost burdened. Describe the characteristics and needs of Low-income individuals and families with children (especially extremely low-income) who are currently housed but are at imminent risk of either residing in shelters or becoming unsheltered 91.205(c)/91.305(c)). Also discuss the needs of formerly homeless families and individuals who are receiving rapid re-housing assistance and are nearing the termination of that assistance. Individuals with an imminent risk of residing in shelters or becoming unsheltered typically have a combination of financial factors present in their lives: lack of living wage job, rent consuming more than 30% of their income, and high childcare, medical, or transportation costs. In addition to these factors, individuals at risk of homelessness will often have additional issues present such as family conflicts, domestic violence, doubling up with family members, recent crisis, housing with code or safety violations, family members with disabilities, criminal histories, history of mental health or chemical dependency, difficulty navigating systems to access public benefits or community-based services, and prior experience with homelessness. For formerly homeless families and individuals receiving rapid re-housing assistance but nearing the termination of that assistance, key needs include access to Social Security disability and other benefits; stable employment or access to mainstream job training, employment, and education programs; linkages to health and mental health services; convenient access to affordable childcare and transportation; and continued case management and supportive services. If a jurisdiction provides estimates of the at-risk population(s), it should also include a description of the operational definition of the at-risk group and the methodology used to generate the estimates: Collier County does not prepare estimates of its at-risk population. The Collier County Continuum of Care (CoC) uses HMIS to collect and track data on housing and services to persons experiencing homelessness and who are at-risk of homelessness. The CoC utilizes HUD’s official definition of at-risk for homelessness released in January 2012. There are three categories to the definition: Individuals and Families; Unaccompanied Children and Youth, and Families with Children and Youth. The Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition’s 2021 Point-in-Time Count of homeless persons identified 568 persons who are experiencing homelessness. Including people staying temporarily with family or friends, in a hotel or motel, or sharing a home on a more or less permanent basis with another family, often living in crowded or inadequate conditions, this number increases to 1,373 persons experiencing homelessness. Page 7521 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 53 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Specify particular housing characteristics that have been linked with instability and an increased risk of homelessness. The characteristic most closely linked to housing instability is a household’s financial circumstance. Cost burden places households in a situation where unexpected expenses or sheer time of deficit spending may cause a household to become homeless. The United Way Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed (ALICE) Report found that 30% of Collier County households earn the ALICE survival budget or less. The ALICE Report looks at working families and their ability to afford basic needs for the households such as food, clothing, healthcare, transportation, housing, taxes, etc. As cost of housing is a single variable, there are others, too, that may place a household in a vulnerable financial position and increase the chance of becoming homeless. A household that incurs childcare costs that ultimately earns less than 80% of the area median income is at-risk. Additionally, the frequent moves of families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness has placed additional barriers to educational attainment for children. The high housing costs puts household at risk of homelessness at any given time, it is impossible to know which of those households will experience domestic violence, the loss of a job, a death, a health event, or another adverse circumstance that can trigger homelessness. It is extremely difficult to predict the next homeless cases among those who are currently housed. Low incomes and high housing cost burdens are two housing characteristics linked with instability and an increased risk of homelessness. Renters with incomes under 30% AMI and housing costs burdens over 50% are at risk of homelessness, especially if they experience a destabilizing event such as a job loss, reduction in hours, or medical emergency/condition. Additionally, families or individuals doubling up with other, unrelated households are at an increased risk of homelessness. In Collier County, there are 3,774 extremely low-income renter households (under 30% AMI) spending more than 50% of their income on housing. Collier County also has 770 households comprised of multiple, unrelated families living together in overcrowded conditions. Households with members that are elderly, have a disability, or require regular supportive services are also at greater risk. These households, no matter the income bracket, often spend more financial resources on care for these individuals. The care may require time away from work by a family member or require hired help or fee-for-service. In any case, these households are more financially vulnerable; if these households are also earning less than 80% of the area median income, the data shows that this household is likely also cost burdened. These types of households are at increased risk of homelessness. Page 7522 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 54 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) NA-15 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Problems – 91.205 (b)(2) Assess the need of any racial or ethnic group that has disproportionately greater need in comparison to the needs of that category of need as a whole. Introduction HUD defines a disproportionately greater number of housing problems by a racial or ethnic group as when a group experiences housing problem at a rate more than 10% greater than the income group as a whole. The data summarizes the percentage of each minority group experiencing any of the four housing problems: cost burden (paying more than 30% of income for housing); overcrowding (more than one person per room); and lacking complete kitchen facilities or complete plumbing facilities (substandard housing). Income classifications are defined as: extremely low-income (under 30% of HAMFI); low-income (between 30 and 50%); moderate-income (between 50 and 80%); and middle-income (between 80 and 100%). The 2011-2015 CHAS data provided in the tables below include households with or more of the following housing problems:  lack of complete kitchen facilities  lack of complete plumbing facilities  overcrowding (i.e., more than one person per room)  cost burden greater than 30% (i.e., spending more than 30% of income on housing-related costs). 0%-30% of Area Median Income 77% of households in Collier County , at extremely low incomes, have one or more housing problems (8,480 as shown in Table 12). Whites and American Indian, Alaska Native are somewhat less likely to experience a housing need (72% and 50%, respectively), while African Americans, Asians, and Hispanics are more so (84-92%). At 0-30% of Area Median Income, Asians (92%) have a disproportionately greater need than the jurisdiction as a whole. Page 7523 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 55 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Housing Problems Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 8,480 1,070 1,454 White 4,700 755 1,114 Black / African American 1,010 60 130 Asian 44 0 4 American Indian, Alaska Native 8 4 4 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Hispanic 2,675 240 200 Other 43 11 2 Table 12 - Disproportionally Greater Need 0 - 30% AMI Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS *The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than one person per room, 4. Cost Burden greater than 30% 30%-50% of Area Median Income Over three-quarters of households with incomes from 30% to 50% AMI have one or more housing problems (76% or 9,960 households). Asians and Whites face housing problems at a somewhat lower rate (55% and 69%, respectively), while other racial/ethnic groups face needs at a higher rate than the jurisdiction as a whole. Two groups have a disproportionately greater rate of housing problems: 88% of African American and 71% of the 14 American Indians/Alaska Natives households have one or more housing needs. Page 7524 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 56 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Housing Problems Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 9,960 3,135 0 White 5,100 2,305 0 Black / African American 1,130 148 0 Asian 30 25 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 10 4 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Other 51 19 0 Hispanic 3,639 634 0 Table 13 - Disproportionally Greater Need 30 - 50% AMI Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS *The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than one person per room, 4. Cost Burden greater than 30% 50%-80% of Area Median Income Of the 20,795 Collier County households with low incomes, 53% have at least one housing problem. As in other income groups, moderate income Whites face housing needs at a somewhat lower proportion than the county overall (51%), while African Americans and Hispanics have higher rate of housing problems (67% and 55%, respectively). Asians have a disproportionately higher incidence of housing need 86% or 189 households. Page 7525 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 57 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Housing Problems Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 11,045 9,750 0 White 7,370 7,079 0 Black / African American 709 343 0 Asian 189 30 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 0 19 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Other 52 79 0 Hispanic 2,725 2,200 0 Table 14 - Disproportionally Greater Need 50 - 80% AMI Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS *The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than one person per room, 4. Cost Burden greater than 30% 80%-100% of Area Median Income Of the middle-income households in Collier County, 38% or 4,425 have at least one housing problem. No group has a disproportionately greater need than the jurisdiction as a whole. Page 7526 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 58 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Housing Problems Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 4,425 7,259 0 White 3,170 4,909 0 Black / African American 255 490 0 Asian 49 44 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 8 55 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Other 10 76 0 Hispanic 933 1,685 0 Table 15 - Disproportionally Greater Need 80 - 100% AMI Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS *The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than one person per room, 4. Cost Burden greater than 30% Discussion Overall, 2011-2015 CHAS data regarding housing problems by income level and race/ethnicity show that need is more common at low incomes households face one or more housing problems. Six groups experience a disproportionately greater incidence of housing needs than the county as a whole. They include low income (30-50% AMI) African American households (of whom 84% face a housing problem) and Asian households (92%) compared to 77% of the jurisdiction as a whole. At moderate incomes (50-80% AMI), African Page 7527 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 59 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Americans and Asians face a disproportionate need (67% and 86%, respectively, compared to 53% for the jurisdiction as a whole. Finally, at middle incomes, no group has a disproportionately greater need than the jurisdiction as a whole. NA-20 Disproportionately Greater Need: Severe Housing Problems – 91.205 (b)(2) Assess the need of any racial or ethnic group that has disproportionately greater need in comparison to the needs of that category of need as a whole. Introduction HUD defines a disproportionately greater housing need when a racial or ethnic group experiences housing problems at a rate over 10percentage points than that of the corresponding income level as a whole. The data table below summarizes the percentage of each racial/ethnic group experiencing housing problems by HUD Adjusted Median Family Income (HAMFI) levels. Where the HUD tables below report AMI, they refer to HAMFI. Housing problems include: • Lacks complete kitchen facilities. • Lacks complete plumbing facilities. • More than 1.5 persons per room • Cost Burden over 50% Page 7528 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 60 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 0%-30% of Area Median Income At extremely low incomes, 69% of households in Collier County experience a severe housing problem (7,595 households). About two- thirds of Whites have a severe housing need (65%), as do 76% of African Americans and 74% of Hispanics. Asian households face severe housing problems at a disproportionately greater rate (92% or 44 households). Severe Housing Problems* Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 7,595 1,955 1,454 White 4,270 1,180 1,114 Black / African American 915 154 130 Asian 44 0 4 American Indian, Alaska Native 8 4 4 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Other 48 17 2 Hispanic 2,310 600 200 Table 16 – Severe Housing Problems 0 - 30% AMI Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS *The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than 1.5 persons per room, 4. Cost Burden over 50% Page 7529 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 61 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 30%-50% of Area Median Income At very low incomes (30-50% AMI), 46% or 6,105 Collier County households have a severe housing problem. Whites (44%) and Hispanics (49%) face severe housing problems at rates relatively close to that of the County. African Americans have a disproportionately high rate of severe housing needs – 58% of the 1,285 households have one or more severe housing needs. Severe Housing Problems* Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 6,105 6,975 0 White 3,230 4,185 0 Black / African American 740 545 0 Asian 0 55 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 0 14 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Other 36 1 0 Hispanic 2,099 2,175 0 Table 17 – Severe Housing Problems 30 - 50% AMI Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS *The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than 1.5 persons per room, 4. Cost Burden over 50% Page 7530 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 62 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 50%-80% of Area Median Income At 50-80% AMI, 21% of low-income households have one or more severe housing needs (4,389 households). At this income level, two racial/ethnic groups have disproportionately high rates of severe housing needs: African Americans (39% or 409 households) and Asians (77% or 1,060 households). Severe Housing Problems* Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 4,389 16,385 0 White 2,720 11,719 0 Black / African American 409 639 0 Asian 174 50 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 0 19 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Other 26 93 0 Hispanic 1,060 3,865 0 Table 18 – Severe Housing Problems 50 - 80% AMI Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS *The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than 1.5 persons per room, 4. Cost Burden over 50% Page 7531 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 63 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 80%-100% of Area Median Income At middle incomes, 14% or 1,645 households have a severe housing problem. African Americans have a disproportionately high rate of severe housing needs (23% or 1,080 households). Severe Housing Problems* Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 1,645 10,049 0 White 1,080 6,999 0 Black / African American 169 575 0 Asian 4 90 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 4 59 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Other 3 91 0 Hispanic 385 2,235 0 Table 19 – Severe Housing Problems 80 - 100% AMI Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS *The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than 1.5 persons per room, 4. Cost Burden over 50% Page 7532 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 64 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Discussion Overall, severe housing problems are most acute at lower income levels. A little over two-thirds (69%) of Collier County households with incomes below 30% AMI face a severe need, as do 69% in the 30-50% AMI income range. As incomes increase, rates of severe housing problems lessen, dropping to 21% at the 50-80% AMI income level and 14% at the 80-100% AMI level. African American households face disproportionately high rate of severe housing needs at three income levels: low, moderate, and middle incomes. Asians are disproportionately affected by severe housing needs at the very low and moderate level incomes. NA-25 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens – 91.205 (b)(2) Assess the need of any racial or ethnic group that has disproportionately greater need in comparison to the needs of that category of need as a whole. Introduction: Per HUD definitions, a “disproportionate need” exists when any group has a housing need that is 10% or higher than the jurisdiction as a whole. A household is considered cost burdened when they are paying more than 30% of their income towards housing costs, including utilities. This section analyzes the extent of cost burden and identifies populations that are disproportionately affected. Housing Cost Burden Housing Cost Burden <=30% 30-50% >50% No / negative income (not computed) Jurisdiction as a whole 71,165 21,060 17,399 1,485 White 57,740 13,975 11,925 1,130 Black / African American 2,209 1,345 1,299 130 Asian 545 165 214 4 American Indian, Alaska Native 145 14 8 4 Page 7533 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 65 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Housing Cost Burden <=30% 30-50% >50% No / negative income (not computed) Pacific Islander 0 0 0 0 Other 552 71 114 2 Hispanic 9,974 5,490 3,839 215 Table 20 – Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens AMI Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS Discussion: According to Table 20, 19% of households in Collier County spend 30-50% of their income on housing-related costs. African American and Latino households are more likely to spend within this range when compared to the jurisdiction overall (26% and 28%, respectively). No racial or ethnic group is disproportionately likely to fall within this category. Severely cost burdened households (i.e., households spending more than 50% of their income on housing) account for 16% of Collier County households, an estimated 17,399 households county wide. Rates of severe cost burdening by race and ethnicity range from 18% for Whites to 30% for African Americans, not including Pacific Islander households, of whom zero face severe cost burdens. African Americans are the only group to face a disproportionately high rate of severe cost burdening (30% versus 16% for the jurisdiction as a whole). Combining the 30-50% and over 50% cost ranges shows that there is a total of 48,049 cost burdened households in Collier County, which constitutes 35% of the county’s total households. By race and ethnicity, rates of cost burdening range from 13% for American Indians/Alaska Natives to 53% for African Americans. Two groups are disproportionately likely to be cost burdened: African Americans (53% or 2,644 households) and Hispanics (48% or 9,329 households). Page 7534 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 66 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) NA-30 Disproportionately Greater Need: Discussion – 91.205(b)(2) Are there any Income categories in which a racial or ethnic group has disproportionately greater need than the needs of that income category as a whole? The data in the Disproportionately Greater Need section of this document (NA-15 through NA-25) reflects that there are certain races and/or ethnicities that experience housing problems and cost burden at disproportionately higher rates as compared to all households within their same income bracket. This does not imply that explicit/overt policies or actions are being taken to create a market where minorities are not able to afford a quality home or a home at all. What the data in sections Needs Assessment -15 and -20 above more so reflect is the discrepancy in household income of minority populations as compared to the city as a whole. This discrepancy could be caused by a wide range of variables, but in any case, the end result is that a large number of minority households across all income brackets experience housing problems and/or cost burden at rates higher than their non-minority neighbors. Tables 12 through 20 identify several instances of disproportionately greater need, which are summarized below: 1. Housing Problems - At moderate incomes (50-80% AMI), African Americans and Asians face a disproportionate need (67% and 86%, respectively, compared to 53% for the jurisdiction as a whole. Finally, at middle incomes, no group has a disproportionately greater need than the jurisdiction as a whole. 2. Severe Housing Problems – African American households face disproportionately high rate of severe housing needs at three income levels: low, moderate, and middle incomes. Asians are disproportionately affected by severe housing needs at the very low and moderate level incomes. 3. Housing Cost Burdens - Two groups are disproportionately likely to be cost burdened: African Americans (53% or 2,644 households) and Hispanics (48% or 9,329 households). If they have needs not identified above, what are those needs? There is a need for greater distribution of affordable housing across all areas of the County. The primary housing-related needs are identified above and are reflected through the high number of households experiencing cost burden. An extremely low vacancy rate allows landlords, understanding that rental units will not stay vacant long, greater control. This very tight housing market disproportionately impacts low- and moderate-income households as a tight market has contributed to an increasingly expensive one. As rates increase, the portion of housing units on the market for low- and moderate-income residents becomes smaller and smaller. Compounding this, as noted above, minority households often earn less than white households. As minority households earn less and Page 7535 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 67 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) have fewer options for rental units, these low- and moderate-income minority populations are vulnerable to landlord-tenant disputes or discrimination in searching for a unit to rent or purchase. Are any of those racial or ethnic groups located in specific areas or neighborhoods in your community? According to the 2010 Census, Collier County’s minority population (including African American, Latino, Asian, Pacific Islander, and Native American/Alaska Native residents) is most heavily concentrated in five census tracts in the Immokalee area, where minority residents constitute over 90% of the population. The majority of the residents in these tracts are Latino, and the second largest share are African American. Page 7536 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 68 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Ethnicity by Low-Income Census Tracts https://egis.hud.gov/cpdmaps/ Six other tracts have minority population shares above 50%. They include four tracts in Golden Gate, one in Naples Manor, and one in Naples near the Gordon River Apartments. In the census tract that includes the Gordon River Apartments, the majority of residents are African American; in the remaining tracts, Latinos make up the largest share. Page 7537 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 69 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) In summary, the African American and Latino Census Block maps display unique challenges faced by the segregated living patterns in Immokalee and Golden Gate and Naples Manor, that are also in transition. The unique challenges should be considered in examining strategies to invest and preserve neighborhoods, while also fostering more inclusive choices of housing county wide. NA-35 Public Housing – 91.205(b) Introduction The Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA) is an independent authority established under state law and is separate from the general control of the County. The mission of the CCHA is to offer a choice of decent safe and diverse affordable housing, with opportunity for low- income households to achieve economic independence in living environments free from discrimination. The Authority fulfills this mission by offering a variety of subsidized housing options to low-income residents of Collier County. The CCHA owns and manages four public housing developments: 276 units of low-income housing in Farm Worker Village, 315 units of farm labor housing also in Farm Worker Village, 30 units of farm labor housing known as Collier Village and a 192-bed dormitory known as Horizon Village. In addition, the Authority serves an estimated 3100 plus people through the administration of the Section 8 rental assistance program and Family Self Sufficiency Program to provide support services targeted to low, elderly, disabled and homeless that live in Collier County. The Housing Authority also administers approximately 4 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. Unlike most public housing authorities, CCHA has no HUD-funded public housing units. Their primary funding is from The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Page 7538 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 70 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Totals in Use Program Type Certificate Mod- Rehab Public Housing Vouchers Total Project - based Tenant - based Special Purpose Voucher Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Family Unification Program Disabled * # of units vouchers in use 0 0 0 440 0 438 1 1 0 Table 21 - Public Housing by Program Type *includes Non-Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One-Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center) Page 7539 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 71 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Characteristics of Residents Program Type Certificate Mod- Rehab Public Housing Vouchers Total Project - based Tenant - based Special Purpose Voucher Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Family Unification Program Average Annual Income 0 0 0 12,798 0 12,791 17,509 11,088 Average length of stay 0 0 0 6 0 6 1 8 Average Household size 0 0 0 2 0 2 3 1 # Homeless at admission 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 # of Elderly Program Participants (>62) 0 0 0 161 0 160 0 1 # of Disabled Families 0 0 0 105 0 104 1 0 # of Families requesting accessibility features 0 0 0 440 0 438 1 1 # of HIV/AIDS program participants 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 # of DV victims 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Page 7540 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 72 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Table 22 – Characteristics of Public Housing Residents by Program Type Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center) Race of Residents Program Type Race Certificate Mod- Rehab Public Housing Vouchers Total Project - based Tenant - based Special Purpose Voucher Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Family Unification Program Disabled * White 0 0 0 276 0 274 1 1 0 Black/African American 0 0 0 162 0 162 0 0 0 Asian 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 American Indian/Alaska Native 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Other 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 *includes Non-Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One-Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition Table 23 – Race of Public Housing Residents by Program Type Page 7541 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 73 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center) Ethnicity of Residents Program Type Ethnicity Certificate Mod- Rehab Public Housing Vouchers Total Project - based Tenant - based Special Purpose Voucher Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Family Unification Program Disabled * Hispanic 0 0 0 176 0 176 0 0 0 Not Hispanic 0 0 0 264 0 262 1 1 0 *includes Non-Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One-Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition Table 24 – Ethnicity of Public Housing Residents by Program Type Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center) Page 7542 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 74 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Section 504 Needs Assessment: Describe the needs of public housing tenants and applicants on the waiting list for accessible units: Of the CCHA’s 440 Housing Choice Voucher holders, 105 (24%) were disabled and 161 (37%) were over the age of 62 according to the HUD PIC data displayed in the tables above. These resident characteristics indicate a significant need for accessible housing units. When interviewed for input related to this plan, CCHA staff underscored this need, characterizing the existing housing stock in the County as having very few accessible units. Another need of people with disabilities who may be CCHA residents or on the waiting list is transportation. Enhanced paratransit and regular bus service would assist these residents in being better able to access services. Most immediate needs of residents of Public Housing and Housing Choice voucher holders The most immediate needs of CCHA’s clients are for more affordable housing options, transportation, and childcare. Despite the Housing Choice Vouchers and farmworker housing available through CCHA, there are approximately 1,000 applicants on the voucher waiting list and the list is closed. Rents in the private market are increasing and vouchers cannot keep pace, causing even those with vouchers to have difficulty finding affordable housing. Transportation, both paratransit and regular bus service is an additional need. Routes and hours are limited, making it difficult for voucher holders to access or maintain employment. There are a few programs in the area that provide assistance with the cost of childcare, which is necessary for parents of young children who need to work or look for work. These existing programs work well but cannot meet the high level of need. How do these needs compare to the housing needs of the population at large? The needs of public housing residents and housing choice voucher holders are largely consistent with the needs of the low- and moderate-income population at large. In the general population, tenants are concerned about the quality and affordability of their existing housing. Without the housing subsidies and other supports provided by CCHA, some of the affordability issues faced by the general population are even more acute. Page 7543 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 75 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) NA-40 Homeless Needs Assessment – 91.205(c)Introduction: A variety of housing and shelter models are available within the community including emergency shelter (ES), transitional housing (TH), permanent supportive housing (PSH), rapid re-housing (RRH).: This section provides an assessment of Collier County’s homeless population and their needs. Data is provided by the Hunger and Homeless Coalition’s 2021 Point in Time Counts (PITC) of sheltered and unsheltered homeless persons in Collier County. If data is not available for the categories "number of persons becoming and exiting homelessness each year," and "number of days that persons experience homelessness," describe these categories for each homeless population type (including chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth): The Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition conducts an annual Point-in-Time Count of homeless persons in Collier County in January of each year. Volunteers for the count included members of the civic and business community, homeless and formerly homeless individuals, and CoC member agency staff. Volunteers attended a training session prior to the count. The table that follows provides the results of the Hunger and Homeless Coalition’s 2021 Point-in-Time Count. As shown, there were 568 homeless persons counted in 2021. In 2021, veterans constituted 5.6% (34 persons), up slightly (29 persons) from the prior year. As of 2021, the largest share of homeless persons was either persons with chronic substance abuse issues (34.85%), individuals with serious mental illness (29.75%), victims of domestic violence (21.47%), and seniors made up 8.6% of the homeless population. These numbers are indicative of a need for housing with supportive services for both persons with disabilities and persons with substance abuse issues. Youth made up a significant share of Collier County’s homeless population. According to the 2021 point-in-time count, on the night of the count, 19.19% or 48 households with 109 children were homeless. Of these 109 children, 53 were in emergency shelter, 44 were in transitional shelter and 12 were unsheltered., which was 21% in 2020. In addition to the Point-in-Time Counts, homeless youth are also counted by the public schools’ liaison for homeless education, who reported serving 805 homeless students. In addition to children who met HUD’s definition of homeless, this count also includes children in families doubling-up with another household, unaccompanied youth staying with friends or family, and children awaiting foster care placement. A person is considered “chronically homeless” when they experience homelessness for a period of 12 consecutive months, or experience four episodes of homelessness within the past three years that total 12 or more months and have a long-term disability. Page 7544 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 76 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Patterns of homelessness reflect those who are unable to self-resolve their homelessness, are experiencing chronic homelessness, and who are not being adequately served by existing homeless system resources and capacity. Data was not available for 2021, but prior year data was used to draw comparisons of chronic homelessness and to portray a snapshot of this issue within the County. The number of chronically homeless people decreased from 88 in 2019 to 80 in 2020. As a share of the total homeless population, chronically homeless persons decreased from previous years in which the share fluctuated from increased. Address coordinated assessment Coordinated Entry is a streamlined system designed to efficiently match people experiencing homelessness or those at-risk of homelessness to available housing, shelter, and services. It prioritizes those who are most in need of assistance and provides crucial information that helps the Continuum of Care strategically allocate resources. Page 7545 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 77 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Nature and Extent of Homelessness 2020 Point-in-Time Count 2021 Point-in-Time Count Number Counted Share of Total Number Counted Share of Total Total 603 100% 568 100% HOMELESS STATUS Emergency Shelter 252 42% 245 43.13% Transitional Housing 183 30% 179 31.54% Unsheltered 168 28% 144 25.35% SUBPOPULATIONS Veterans 29 5% 34 5.98% Seniors (over 62) 47 8% 49 8.62% Chronically Homeless 80 13% Data Not Available Data Not Available Serious Mental Illness 127 21% 169 29.75% Chronic Substance Abuse 155 26% 198 34.85% HIV/AIDS 2 0% Data Not Available Data Not Available Victims of Domestic Violence 95 16% 122 21.47% CHILDREN AND YOUTH Children in Families 121 20% 109 19.19% Unaccompanied Youth 7 1% 183 32.21% Homeless Students 1039 N/A 805 N/A Data Source: Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County; Point-in-Time Count 2020 and Point-in-Time Count 2021 Estimate the number and type of families in need of housing assistance for families with children and the families of veterans. Page 7546 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 78 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) While the Point-in-Time Counts did not include the number of families with children in need of housing assistance, the 2021 count did record the number of children living in homeless families. According to the 2021 Point-in-Time Count, 109 children (under 18) were homeless, which represents 19.19% of the total homeless population counted. There were 34 or 5.98% of homeless veterans were counted. Describe the Nature and Extent of Homelessness by Racial and Ethnic Group. Race and Ethnicity data was not available for the most recent point-in-time count conducted in 2021. The most recent data available on race and ethnicity was reported in the in the 2020 CoC Homeless Assistance Programs Homeless Populations and Subpopulations Report. The report shows that in 2020 there was a total of 603 homeless persons of which 475 were White, 85 were black, 23 were Multi-racial, 6 were Asian, and 14 were American Indian or Alaska Native. The data also revealed that there were 54 Hispanic/Latino persons who were homeless. Describe the Nature and Extent of Unsheltered and Sheltered Homelessness. As of the 2021 count, a large majority of Collier County’s homeless population was sheltered (74.67%), with 25.35% unsheltered. Of the sheltered population, most (43.13%) were in an emergency shelter. These percentages were increases from the 2021 point-in-count numbers for shelter and unsheltered individuals. NA-45 Non-Homeless Special Needs Assessment - 91.205 (b, d) Introduction: Non-homeless special needs characteristics describe the various subpopulations of Collier County who are not homeless but may require supportive services, including. • elderly, • frail elderly, • persons with disabilities (mental, physical, developmental), • persons with HIV/AIDS, • persons with alcohol or drug addiction, • victims of domestic violence, • persons with a criminal record, • those who have limited English proficiency, • and those who are transportation disadvantaged. Persons belonging to this population may have additional needs before, during, and after an incident in functional areas including but not limited to maintaining independence, communication, transportation, supervision, and medical care. The section below will describe why identifying the characteristics and needs of these sub-populations is essential to the planning process for these federal dollars. Page 7547 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 79 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Describe the characteristics of special needs populations in your community: Both the elderly and persons with disabilities have difficulties in finding accessible and affordable housing. In addition to housing, these populations are challenged to find transportation and other supportive services. Persons with alcohol and other drug addiction problems often have difficulty finding resources and treatment facilities including the lack of a central point reference for persons seeking assistance. Persons living with HIV/AIDS are more likely to have income instability because of their medical condition and this can lead to the increased likelihood of homelessness. The needs of victims of domestic violence can vary to include shelter, transitional, and long-term housing, medical, counseling, and legal services. What are the housing and supportive service needs of these populations and how are these needs determined? The primary housing and supportive needs of these subpopulations (the elderly, frail elderly, persons with disabilities, persons with HIV/AIDS and their families, persons with alcohol or drug addiction, victims of domestic violence, and persons with a criminal record and their families) were determined by input from both service providers and the public through the survey, public meetings, and stakeholder interviews. These needs include affordable, safe housing opportunities in areas with access to transportation and paratransit, commercial and job centers, and social services including counseling, case management, and subsidies for childcare, and for education regarding fair housing rights and actions that can be taken in the event those rights are violated. Persons with disabilities often require accessible features and ground floor housing units and use of supportive/therapeutic animals. Victims of domestic violence need safe housing, removal of barriers to relocation, and protection from perpetrators. Persons with criminal records and their families may be disqualified from public housing or Section 8 rental assistance, and accordingly, assistance with housing for low-income members of this subpopulation must be provided by other nongovernmental organizations. Interviews with stakeholders and residents indicated that residents with alcohol and substance abuse histories, as well as victims of domestic violence may have criminal records. While the scope of supportive services varies based upon an individual’s characteristics, the following is a list of services commonly needed by non-homeless people with special needs. These services may be provided either on- or off-site: Accessible Housing Crisis Hotline Health Care Advocacy, referral, information Education Legal Assistance Case Management Employment Training Childcare Family & Caregiver Support Page 7548 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 80 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Counseling Financial assistance Discuss the size and characteristics of the population with HIV/AIDS and their families within the Eligible Metropolitan Statistical Area: Knowing how many people diagnosed with HIV infection each year, and their stage of disease at diagnosis, is important for planning and resource allocation and for monitoring trends and disparities between groups. Similarly, monitoring HIV incidence is critical for allocating resources and evaluating the effectiveness of HIV testing and other prevention programs. Improved surveillance methods allow resources to be better directed for programs and resources to the populations most affected. According to the Florida Department of Health, there were 263 persons with HIV (PWH) compared to the state of Florida at 548.6 for all modes of exposure and age groups. The rate of diagnosis for the County was 9.8 compared to 21.6 for the state of Florida for all modes of exposure and age groups. NA-50 Non-Housing Community Development Needs – 91.215 (f) Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Facilities: The top needs for public facilities in Collier County include the need for: • drainage improvements, • sewer improvements, • street improvements, • and water system improvements, • as senior centers, • youth centers • libraries Residents described that Collier County has put in sufficient efforts to ensure that there are equal resources like parks, public safety facilities, and recreational facilities throughout the County. The Needs Assessment included public facilities and improvements that are eligible for CDBG grant funding: facilities that principally serve low- and moderate-income residents or are located in low- and moderate-income neighborhoods. Although not limited to these needs, the following were identified as needs in the jurisdictions through focus groups and community and agency surveys: • Improving facilities for human service agencies • Increasing development of childcare facilities • Improving substandard or deteriorated properties • Making improvements to public infrastructure (streets, curbs, sewer, and stormwater systems) Page 7549 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 81 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Both the resident survey and the open house survey identified the need to support the acquisition and improvement of human service agency facilities as the highest priority need. This priority was also supported during stakeholder meetings. How were these needs determined? Public facilities needs were identified through a community assessment survey distributed to the public and a virtual public needs assessment meeting held during a virtual public meeting. Other resources consulted were prior plans and progress reports from Collier County. Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Improvements: Demolition or redevelopment of blighted properties was seen by Collier County residents as an important need. Additionally, the Collier Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) has undertaken several subarea studies of bicycle and pedestrian mobility in communities throughout the County. Though only a few individual communities have been studied to date, the MPO reports have indicated significant needs for sidewalks, bike lanes, and pedestrian safety improvements. For example, in Naples Manor, the MPO report graded the community with an overall level of service of D. of 31 streets in the community, only one had sidewalks on both sides of the road. The proximity of Lely High School and Parkside Elementary School to the area heighten the need for public improvements. Improved street lighting and the addition of street furniture, such as benches and signs, was often a frequent recommendation as well. Similar findings were contained in a separate MPO report on the Immokalee area. How were these needs determined? Public improvement needs were identified through a community assessment survey distributed to the public and a virtual public needs assessment meeting held during a virtual public meeting. Other resources consulted were prior plans and progress reports from Collier County. Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Services: Survey respondents identified the following public services as high needs: need for social services for low-income seniors, youth, mentally and physically disabled persons. a) Rental Assistance - Tenant subsidies exclusively for rental payments for eligible clients. These services could financial assistance to pay rent or utilities. b) Senior Services – Services that are exclusively provided for elderly persons with or without disabilities provided it is intended primarily to serve elderly. These services could include case management for staff working primarily with the elderly. c) Youth Services - Services that are exclusively provided for young people aged 13 to 19. For example, recreational services limited to teenagers and teen counseling programs. d) Childcare Services - Services that will benefit children (generally under age 13), including parenting skills classes. e) Services for Mentally Ill - Services addressing the mental health needs of residents of the community. These services could include case management for staff working primarily with the persons with mental illness. Page 7550 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 82 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) f) Services for Physically Disabled - Services for the persons with disabilities, regardless of age. These services could include case management for staff working primarily with the persons with physical disabilities. How were these needs determined? Public services needs were identified through a community assessment survey distributed to the public and a virtual public needs assessment meeting held during a virtual public meeting. Other resources consulted were prior plans and progress reports from Collier County. Housing Market Analysis MA-05 Overview Housing Market Analysis Overview: The housing market analysis contained in this report was developed by using primarily using data from the American Community Survey, CHAS, and other sources noted in the tables. The following information is based on the Census' American Community Survey 2011-2015. Numbers shown represent the Collier County. The total number of housing structures shown in the "All Residential Properties by Number of Units" table includes mobile homes and recreational vehicles, some of which may not be considered housing units by HUD. Of the 163,293 units in the County, 46% consist of two or more bedrooms. One-bedroom units are the smallest category of housing units. The rest is divided into single unit attached structures and multiple unit apartment buildings. While housing opportunities can be limited by household income and purchasing power, the lack of affordable housing options can result in a significant hardship for low-income households, preventing them from meeting other basic needs. Low-income residents often have fewer financial resources available for making monthly rent or mortgage payments. Those low-income residents who do choose to purchase a home must keep even more funds available for taxes, insurance, homeowners association fees, and home maintenance and repairs. Because home ownership requires significant investment for most residents, many low- and moderate-income households choose to rent their homes as opposed to purchasing one. Under most residential property leases, this option calls for less responsibility and less investment from the home occupant than if they were to purchase a home. MA-10 Number of Housing Units – 91.210(a)&(b)(2) Introduction This section explores the number and types of housing units in Collier County and whether or not the number of available units is sufficient to meet housing demand for the County. Data provided by the 2011-2015 ACS, as shown in Table 26, reveals 48% of the County’s housing stock was of single-family configuration with attached and detached unit structures. Of the Page 7551 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 83 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 163,293 units in the County, 46% consist of two or more bedrooms. One-bedroom units are the smallest category of housing units. All residential properties by number of units Property Type Number % 1-unit detached structure 68,315 42% 1-unit, attached structure 9,645 6% 2-4 units 19,295 12% 5-19 units 35,720 22% 20 or more units 19,648 12% Mobile Home, boat, RV, van, etc 10,670 7% Total 163,293 100% Table 25 – Residential Properties by Unit Number Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS Unit Size by Tenure Owners Renters Number % Number % No bedroom 170 0% 820 2% 1 bedroom 1,360 2% 4,425 13% 2 bedrooms 25,750 33% 15,680 48% 3 or more bedrooms 50,923 65% 12,022 37% Total 78,203 100% 32,947 100% Table 26 – Unit Size by Tenure Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS Page 7552 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 84 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Describe the number and targeting (income level/type of family served) of units assisted with federal, state, and local programs. The County administers a variety of housing programs to assist low- and moderate-income residents to afford and maintain housing. These are funded primarily through federal Community Development Block Grant and the HOME Investment Partnerships programs, through which the County utilizes public funds to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the Consolidated Plan. The lack of affordable housing in the County is a major obstacle for residents. This lack of affordable housing particularly affects low- and moderate-income households, seniors, people with disabilities, single head of households, and young adults. To foster the development of affordable housing, the County utilizes HOME resources to expand housing opportunities. Provide an assessment of units expected to be lost from the affordable housing inventory for any reason, such as expiration of Section 8 contracts. There are no anticipated losses of affordable housing inventory. Some affordable housing units have been lost due to the vast changes in the housing market. Homes lost to foreclosure or those that are short sold may be acquired by a bank or investor. Many times, these are resold with no homebuyer assistance or for rental properties, so the owner-occupied market has changed as a result. This makes affordable homeowner units a scarcity. At this time, none of the publicly funded and assisted units are anticipated to be lost during the 5-year Consolidated Plan period extending through 2021. Does the availability of housing units meet the needs of the population? Consultations with housing service providers and community meetings revealed that there remains a need for one-bedroom units for individuals exiting homelessness as well as two- and three-bedroom apartments for very low and extremely low-income families. Describe the need for specific types of housing: There is a need for safe, sanitary, accessible, and affordable housing throughout the County. Specifically, there is a strong need for housing affordable to households earning less than 50% of the median income, and practical options are needed to ensure the availability of accessible units for the elderly and people with physical disabilities. The type of housing that is needed, includes varied options, whether those be single family detached or multifamily units, are needed to meet the demands of the population as well as to address the forecasted growth. Page 7553 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 85 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) MA-15 Housing Market Analysis: Cost of Housing - 91.210(a) Introduction The following tables reflect the cost of both owner and renter-occupied housing in Collier County. These tables use 2011-2015 ACS data from HUD’s eCon Software. There have been significant changes in housing prices in recent years which are not fully captured in this data and will be discussed at the end of this section. In Collier, the 2020 Fair Market Rent (FMR) for a two-bedroom apartment was $1,381. In order to afford this level of rent and utilities, without paying more than 30% of income on housing, a household must earn $4,603 monthly or $55,240 annually. Assuming a 40-hour work week, 52 weeks per year, a resident must work at least 124 hours per week at minimum wage to afford a two-bedroom unit. The monthly rent affordable at minimum wage for a 40-hour work week in the County is $406, less than half of the actual Fair Market Rent. The table reflecting the amount of rent paid by residents of the County demonstrates that 49.7% of rental units rent for between $500 and $999 per month, while 14.1% of rental units rent for less than $500 per month. The Housing Affordability table also shows that there were 1,275 units available to households earning below 30% of the county’s HUD Area Median Family Income (HAMFI). Cost of Housing Base 2015 2019 % Change Median Home Value $315,000 $370,800 17.7% Median Contract Rent $1,177 $1,397 18.6% Table 27 – Cost of Housing Data Source: 2005-2009 ACS (Base Year), 2015-2019 ACS (Most Recent Year) 2019 Rent Paid Number % Less than $500 1,576 4.5% $500-999 5,085 14.4% $1,000-1,499 14,317 40.5% $1,500-1,999 9,694 27.4% $2,000 or more 4,692 13.2 Total 33,788 100% Page 7554 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 86 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Table 28 - Rent Paid Data Source: 2015-2019 ACS Housing Affordability % Units affordable to Households earning Renter Owner 30% HAMFI 1,275 No Data 50% HAMFI 4,455 5,350 80% HAMFI 18,220 15,901 100% HAMFI No Data 23,541 Total 23,950 44,792 Table 29 – Housing Affordability Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS Monthly Rent Monthly Rent ($) Efficiency (no bedroom) 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 Bedroom Fair Market Rent 900 1,126 1,381 1,812 2,026 High HOME Rent 900 983 1,182 1,357 1,495 Low HOME Rent 721 772 926 1,070 1,193 Table 30 – Monthly Rent Data Source: HUD FMR and HOME Rents, 2020 Is there sufficient housing for households at all income levels? There is not a sufficient supply for low- and moderate-income households in Collier County. This is evident through cost burden data that considers median household income as compared to median rental rates and home values. A significant lack of affordable housing exists particularly for the approximately one in four households that are at the low or very-low-income levels. The Page 7555 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 87 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) table above shows that there is insufficient housing for extremely low- and low-income households in the County. Based on 2019 ACS data there are an estimated 6,273 very-low- income households in Collier, but only 1,275 affordable rental units at 30% HAMFI. Collier County conducts an apartment study quarterly to look at pricing trends and needs. Additionally, the County also produces a housing demand model annually to keep a pulse on the number of units needs within the County. Below is a snapshot of the report. How is affordability of housing likely to change considering changes to home values and/or rents? Affordability in Collier County has decreased because the cost of housing continues to increase and the availability of land decreases. According to Zillow (2021), the typical home value of homes in Collier County is $381,207. This value is seasonally adjusted and only includes the middle price tier of homes. When compared to the 2019 ACS estimates, the County’s median value was $370,800, which is a 2.8% increase. According to the National Low Income Housing Coalition’s 2020 Out of Reach Report, the County’s Fair Market Rent for a two-bedroom was $1,381 when compared to the 2019 ACS estimates the median rent was $1,397, which is a slight decrease of 1.14%. Another compounding factor adversely affecting affordability is unit vacancy rate. According to the 2019 ACS, the rental unit vacancy rate for Collier County was 7.1% while the owner-occupied unit vacancy rate was 3.5%. It should be noted that production of new units became available in the high-end rental market which could cause the vacancy rate to trend higher than normal overall, but the vacancy rate in the low-income rental market is less 3% according to the Quarterly Apartment Survey, conducted by Community and Human Services staff. How do HOME rents / Fair Market Rent compare to Area Median Rent? How might this impact your strategy to produce or preserve affordable housing? As actual rental rates have continued to rise, they are outpacing the HUD-established fair market rents (FMRs). The FMR and HOME high rents are substantially below the 2019 median rental Page 7556 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 88 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) rates as reported by Zillow. As reflected in the following charts, the 2020 High HOME rents and Fair Market Rents for efficiencies, one-, two-, and three-bedroom units in the Naples-Immokalee- Marco Island, Florida MSA are the similar as the Area Median Rent, and comparable for four- bedroom units. However, as detailed above, housing costs in the County are increasing at higher rates than incomes. As housing construction and rehabilitation costs rise, it will be increasingly difficult to produce much needed affordable housing. Rent Reasonableness allows Collier County to provide housing for units up to 10% over the Fair Market Rent rate. HOME Rent Limits Discussion As housing costs continue to rise, so does the demand for housing that is affordable to low- income households, particularly rental housing for the very low and extremely low-income households. The County will need to consider new and innovative ways to meet this demand. MA-20 Housing Market Analysis: Condition of Housing – 91.210(a) Introduction The age and condition of a county’s housing stock are important variables in assessing the overall characteristics of the local housing market. This section will review important data about the county’s housing stock. The older housing stock, particularly older rental housing often has code and deferred maintenance issues that can impact the longevity of the housing structure which in turn impacts the housing supply in terms of accessibility and affordability. Definitions Page 7557 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 89 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Standard Condition: No major structural defects; adequate plumbing and kitchen facilities; appearance which does not create a blighting influence; and the house meets additional, more stringent, local standards and building codes, including lead-based paint clearance. Such units may be eligible for housing rehabilitation funding if interior conditions are such that the HUD Section 8 Housing Quality Standards or other standards are not met. Examples of ways in which the interiors of such homes might be rehabilitated include the replacement of heating systems, electrical system repairs or upgrades, plumbing system repairs or upgrades, energy efficiency improvements, and accessibility improvements. Substandard Condition but Suitable for Rehabilitation: This category describes dwelling units that do not meet standard conditions but that are both financially and structurally feasible for rehabilitation. Such units may be lacking complete plumbing or kitchen facilities and/or may have exterior elements in need of repair (e.g., a roof in need of replacement, siding in need of repair or replacement, or a missing/failing foundation), and the unit value must exceed the cost of the repairs or upgrades required to bring it to standard condition. Substandard Condition but Suitable for Rehabilitation: The nature of the substandard condition makes rehabilitation both financially and structurally feasible. Such units will typically have an improvement value that is less than the cost of addressing the habitability and exterior elements that cause its classification as “substandard,” or will be considered to be unoccupiable for reasons of safety by the county’s building official. Housing Conditions: Condition of units is assessed using the same criteria as in the Needs Assessment. This includes: 1) lacks complete plumbing facilities, 2) lacks complete kitchen facilities, 3) more than one person per room, 4) cost burden (amount of income allocated to housing) is greater than 30%, and 5) complies with applicable building code standards. Condition of Units Condition of Units Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Number % Number % With one selected Condition 22,585 29% 15,530 47% With two selected Conditions 839 1% 2,210 7% With three selected Conditions 25 0% 50 0% With four selected Conditions 0 0% 0 0% No selected Conditions 54,760 70% 15,135 46% Total 78,209 100% 32,925 100% Table 31 - Condition of Units Page 7558 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 90 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS Year Unit Built Year Unit Built Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Number % Number % 2000 or later 25,049 32% 9,025 27% 1980-1999 40,975 52% 16,525 50% 1950-1979 11,674 15% 7,093 22% Before 1950 509 1% 277 1% Total 78,207 100% 32,920 100% Table 32 – Year Unit Built Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS Risk of Lead-Based Paint Hazard Risk of Lead-Based Paint Hazard Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Number % Number % Total Number of Units Built Before 1980 12,183 16% 7,370 22% Housing Units build before 1980 with children present 10,416 13% 4,893 15% Table 33 – Risk of Lead-Based Paint Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS (Total Units) 2011-2015 CHAS (Units with Children present) Page 7559 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 91 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Vacant Units Suitable for Rehabilitation Not Suitable for Rehabilitation Total Vacant Units 0 0 81,711 Abandoned Vacant Units 0 0 0 REO Properties 0 0 0 Abandoned REO Properties 0 0 0 Table 34 - Vacant Units Need for Owner and Rental Rehabilitation The age of the housing stock in Collier County will continue to have a significant impact on general housing conditions in the area. The 2019 ACS data shows that only 16.73% of the county’s housing stock was built prior to 1970. Owner and renter households, especially those located in low-income target neighborhoods will be in need of rehabilitation assistance to maintain their homes. As housing ages, maintenance costs rise, which can present significant costs for low- and moderate- income homeowners. This also poses a threat to low- and moderate- income tenants who are not able to maintain close communications with their landlords or property managers who may be out of state when repairs are needed. Estimated Number of Housing Units Occupied by Low- or Moderate-Income Families with LBP Hazards Exposure to lead-based paint represents one of the most significant environmental threats from a housing perspective. Lead is a highly toxic metal that may cause a range of health problems for adults, and especially for children. The major source of lead exposure comes from lead- contaminated dust found in deteriorating buildings. Many residential properties built before 1978 contain lead-based paint. Unfortunately, measuring the exact number of housing units with lead-based paint hazards is difficult. HUD regulations regarding lead-based paint apply to all federally assisted housing. Low-income households that earn between 0-50% Median Family Income (MFI) are least able to afford well maintained housing and, therefore, are often at greater risk of lead poisoning. Page 7560 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 92 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) MA-25 Public and Assisted Housing – 91.210(b) Introduction Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA) provides housing assistance to low-income residents through the management of the areas Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. This program is income based and the eligibility requirements are set by HUD. The CCHA has been committed to providing safe, decent, and affordable housing to low-income residents in Collier County since 1966. The CCHA administers a number of programs, such as the Far Worker Housing, the Housing Choice Voucher Program, and the Family Self-Sufficiency Program, to promote self-sufficiency and economic opportunity for local residents. The data tables presented in this section were pre-populated by the HUD eCon Planning Suite. In many instances, the data is either incorrect or out of date; however, no changes can be made. Where data were available, supplemental tables are provided. Totals Number of Units Program Type Certificate Mod- Rehab Public Housing Vouchers Total Project -based Tenant - based. Special Purpose Voucher Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Family Unification Program Disabled * # of units vouchers available 0 0 0 440 0 0 0 0 0 # of accessible units 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 *includes Non-Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One-Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition Table 35 – Total Number of Units by Program Type Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center) Page 7561 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 93 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Describe the supply of public housing developments: The CCHA owns and manages four public housing developments: 276 units of low-income housing in Farm Worker Village, 315 units of farm labor housing also in Farm Worker Village, 30 units of farm labor housing known as Collier Village and a 192-bed dormitory known as Horizon Village. In addition, CCHA serves an over 3,100 persons through the administration of the Section 8 rental assistance program and Family Self Sufficiency Program to provide support services to low, elderly, disabled, and homeless persons living in Collier County. Describe the number and physical condition of public housing units in the jurisdiction, including those that are participating in an approved Public Housing Agency Plan: HUD's Real Estate Assessment Center conducts physical inspections of properties that are owned, insured, or subsidized by HUD, including public housing and multifamily assisted housing. However, because the public housing units in Collier County are funded by USDA and not HUD, they are neither inspected by the Real Estate Assessment Center nor are they covered by a Public Housing Agency Plan. The Housing Choice Vouchers are tenant-based and the properties at which the vouchers are used vary significantly in physical condition. Public Housing Condition Public Housing Development Average Inspection Score n/a n/a Table 36 - Public Housing Condition Describe the restoration and revitalization needs of public housing units in the jurisdiction: The CCHA was awarded a SHIP Rental Acquisition grant to buy properties in Naples to rent to low-income families. This project will be financed in part by the State Housing Initiative Program (SHIP) and the Collier County Community and Human Services Division. The CCHA has also applied for rehabilitation grant through the Collier County Community and Human Services Division to rehab older units. Additionally, the Housing Authority also receive money from the HOME and CDBG program to add HVAC units in Immokalee. Describe the public housing agency's strategy for improving the living environment of low- and moderate-income families residing in public housing: The CCHA also sponsors and supports self-sufficiency programs focused at helping their residents improve their economic situation and quality of living. The programs, ROSS and FSS, are voluntary self-sufficiency programs that provide participating families the opportunity to identify needs, improve skill sets, and work towards life goals, economic independence, and housing self- sufficiency programs provide families with: • A plan specifically tailored to their family or individual goals. Page 7562 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 94 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) • A link to community organizations geared towards education, job training and placement programs, computer and financial literacy, and increased self-sufficiency. • An advocate and supporter to help residents work through barriers preventing self- sufficiency. Page 7563 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 95 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) MA-30 Homeless Facilities and Services – 91.210(c) Introduction Collier County partners with the Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County to address the needs of the homeless individuals and families or at risk of homelessness. There are multiple organizations providing services in Collier County, such as homeless assistance providers, victim service providers, nonprofit organizations, public housing agencies, mental health agencies and government-based organizations. The Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier Coalition is a working group whose mission is to “support the planning, delivery and coordination of high- quality services to the hungry, homeless, and those at risk of homelessness in our community.” The group also works to provide programs and services related to housing, mental and physical health, nutrition, clothing, and education. Data for the HUD-formatted table below was taken from the available information from the CoC that follows. Facilities and Housing Targeted to Homeless Households Emergency Shelter Beds Transitional Housing Beds Permanent Supportive Housing Beds Year- Round Beds (Current & New) Voucher / Seasonal / Overflow Beds Current & New Current & New Under Development Households with Adult(s) and Child(ren) 92 0 54 0 0 Households with Only Adults 140 0 132 30 0 Chronically Homeless Households 0 0 0 0 0 Veterans 0 0 0 0 0 Unaccompanied Youth 23 0 8 0 0 Table 37 - Facilities and Housing Targeted to Homeless Households Describe mainstream services, such as health, mental health, and employment services to the extent those services are used to complement services targeted to homeless persons Page 7564 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 96 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Many social service agencies in Collier County provide benefits to homeless individuals and families to address homelessness. These services are essential to facilitate the process and serve the needs of those who have already become homeless. These organizations provide many services to their clientele, including but not limited to counseling, case management, life skills training, financial literacy classes, and victim advocacy, all of which help residents to develop the skills and knowledge to transition into permanent housing or independent living and to maintain steady employment. The goal of providing supportive services is self-sufficiency. While case management services do exist within programs, some stakeholders noted that tenancy supports are underfunded and are not available on the scale needed to serve people in PSH and RRH. Robust tenancy supports would improve housing-related outcomes across the system. Discussions are also ongoing regarding hiring FTE staff including case managers, licensed mental health case managers, peer specialist and licensed substance abuse case managers to coordinate services or provide onsite services. List and describe services and facilities that meet the needs of homeless persons, particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth. If the services and facilities are listed on screen SP-40 Institutional Delivery Structure or screen MA-35 Special Needs Facilities and Services, describe how these facilities and services specifically address the needs of these populations. Collier County has a broad network of homeless providers offering emergency shelter, transitional housing, employment services, legal services, food, veteran’s services, medical services, financial assistance, eviction prevention services, and assistance with alcohol and drug dependency. The following agencies listed provide services specifically for homeless people: The Shelter for Abused Women and Children in Naples is the only domestic violence center in Naples. It includes emergency shelter (where stays average 29 days) and a transitional housing program (where residents can live for up to 2 years). Other services include a confidential hotline, safety planning, counseling and support groups in English and Spanish, court advocacy and assistance with daily needs such as food, clothing, toiletries, and household items. St. Matthew’s House operates several facilities in Collier County, including emergency and transitional housing in Naples, an emergency shelter in Immokalee (Immokalee Friendship House), and transitional supportive apartments for persons with substance abuse or mental health needs. Other services include a food pantry, thrift store, counseling and case management, and access to referrals for medical, mental health, and substance abuse needs through partnerships with other organizations in Collier County. The Salvation Army and St. Vincent De Paul provides financial assistance for food, shelter, and other aid to Collier County residents who meet certain income criteria. Youth Haven is a 24-hour residential shelter for children removed from their homes due to abuse, neglect, or abandonment. In addition to a 23-bed emergency shelter, Youth Haven offers a child Page 7565 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 97 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) and family counseling center, in-home parenting classes, case management, and a teen drop-in center with showers, laundry facilities, and meals. Typical length of stays range from 45 to 60 days until children are placed in foster care or with a relative. Providence House provides a faith-based, transitional housing and self-sufficiency program for motivated women with young children who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. These women lack the long-term support necessary to acquire the assets foundational to re- establishing their families. The two-year accountability program not only encourages the development of self-efficacy, but it also provides women and their children with resources that they need to become independent. Providence House also offers case management, life skills training, and counseling referrals. Wounded Warriors assists with the needs of Veterans and their families, with the focus on education, housing, and mental health. The Hunger and Homeless Coalition of Collier County estimates that there are 80-90 homeless Veterans in Collier County. Wounded Warriors of Collier County is dedicated to ending Veteran homelessness in Collier County by employing various housing models. MA-35 Special Needs Facilities and Services – 91.210(d) Introduction This section describes the housing and social service needs of Collier County’s special populations including: • Elderly, • frail elderly, • domestic violence victims, • residents with diagnosis of HIV/AIDS, • residents with substance abuse, mental health, or disability diagnosis. The special needs population includes individuals having mobility impairments, disabilities, or that require supportive services. Typically, this population has a severe or persistent mental illness, development, and physical disabilities. Several organizations provide facilities and services for special needs populations in Collier County. Including the elderly, frail elderly, persons with disabilities (mental, physical, developmental), persons with alcohol or other drug addictions, persons with HIV/AIDS and their families, public housing residents and any other categories the jurisdiction may specify, and describe their supportive housing needs The supportive housing needs of Collier County’s special needs sub-populations (the elderly, frail elderly, persons with disabilities, persons with HIV/AIDS and their families, persons with alcohol Page 7566 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 98 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) or drug addiction, victims of domestic violence, and persons with a criminal record and their families) mirrors the housing needs of the general population. Their needs include affordable and accessible housing opportunities, job centers, access to transportation, and most importantly to these subpopulations is social and supportive services to assist them in accessing programs available to them. Services for these populations include counseling, case management, ADL support, and education regarding fair housing rights and actions that can be taken in the event those rights are violated. Elderly and Frail Elderly - Much of the elderly population in Collier County need a range of community-based services, i.e., social, physical, mental health, case management, chronic disease management, supportive housing, and other services that assist people to remain living in the community. Community-based long term care services include in-home supportive services; home health care; adult day services; paratransit services; home-delivered meals; supportive services in a hotel; care in residential care facilities, including board and care and assisted living; and other health and social services. Long term care and supportive services can be provided in home and community-based settings, as well as in institutional settings, depending on need and choice. Collier County also has a comprehensive meals program that provides congregate, and home delivered meals. The case management services for seniors program also allows seniors to participate in the EHEAP for the elderly to help with electric services. Persons with Disabilities - Persons with disabilities often require accessible features and ground floor housing units and support animals. Available housing for this subpopulation is limited within Collier County, thus limiting housing choice. Units are available for this population; however, there is greater demand for units for people with chronic mental illness for units for people with physical or developmental disabilities. Funding from the State Housing Incentive Partnership (SHIP) programs allows Community Assisted & Supported Living (CASL) and ROOF Collier County to create supported living homes for adults with disabilities. Persons with Drug Addiction and Criminal Records may be disqualified from housing opportunities public housing or Section 8 rental assistance, and accordingly, assistance with housing for low-income members of this subpopulation must be provided by other nongovernmental organizations. Survivors of Domestic Violence need safe housing, removal of barriers to relocation, and protection from perpetrators. Housing providers need to be aware of and adhere to protocols outlined in the Violence Against Women’s Act. Persons with HIV/AIDS and their families supportive housing needs include housing developed with HOPWA funding and other dedicated resources. Persons living with HIV/AIDS often have medical concerns that can severely impact their ability to earn wages sufficient to maintain adequate housing. HOPWA funding is not received directly in Collier County. Public Housing Residents need supportive social services to aid families in becoming self- sufficient. These services include financial counseling, housing counseling, credit counseling, down-payment assistance programs, job training and placement, and access to transportation. Page 7567 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 99 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Describe programs for ensuring that persons returning from mental and physical health institutions receive appropriate supportive housing Public systems or institutions (i.e., jails, prisons, hospitals, child welfare, mental health facilities, etc.) often release individuals directly into homelessness. Supportive housing has been identified as one of the greatest needs for special needs subpopulations after being discharged from mental and physical health institutions. In Collier County, housing referrals are often made to the David Lawrence Center a nonprofit that owns and operates treatment programs and supportive housing for people with mental health and substance abuse disorders. Community members reported a need for community-living, group home type housing for those transitioning from inpatient care to more independent living situations. One such agency providing that service is Community Assisted & Supported Living (CASL). Specify the activities that the jurisdiction plans to undertake during the next year to address the housing and supportive services needs identified in accordance with 91.215(e) with respect to persons who are not homeless but have other special needs. Link to one-year goals. 91.315(e) Collier County will prioritize increasing the supply of affordable housing that includes supportive services for special needs subpopulations which include families with children, seniors, ex- offenders, people with HIV/AIDS, victims of domestic violence, people with drug and alcohol addictions, people who are evicted or foreclosed, people with physical and mental disabilities, veterans, youth and young adults, and youth aging out of foster care. The county will give preference to projects that are rich in amenities and opportunity to include proximity to grocery stores, public transportation, and job centers. Additionally, Collier County will continue to support programs that provide rental subsidies to low-income housing households to make existing units affordable; providing down payment assistance to eligible low and moderate- income homebuyers; and supporting community efforts to fund the affordable housing trust fund. However, there is not a consistent revenue stream to support funding the trust fund. Collier County also will focus on increasing the supply of accessible units for persons with disabilities. To address special housing and supportive needs, Collier County has identified the following one- year goals and plans to fund Tenant-Based Rental Assistance, supporting new construction of rental and homeowner housing, and providing assistance to homebuyers. HOME funds will be directed to projects that address the needs of persons who have an identified special need. HOME and CDBG funds have been utilized to support a range of developments to support special needs populations. For entitlement/consortia grantees: Specify the activities that the jurisdiction plans to undertake during the next year to address the housing and supportive services needs identified in accordance with 91.215(e) with respect to persons who are not homeless but have other special needs. Link to one-year goals. (91.220(2)) Collier County will prioritize increasing the supply of affordable housing that includes supportive services for special needs subpopulations. The county will give preference to projects that are rich in amenities and opportunity to include proximity to grocery stores, public transportation, Page 7568 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 100 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) and job centers. Since many services available to special needs populations are offered through nonprofit agencies within the community, there is a need for these agencies to strengthen collaboration among service providers across the region to ensure appropriate delivery of services. To address special housing and supportive needs, Collier County has identified the following one-year goals and plans to fund Tenant-Based Rental Assistance, supporting new construction of rental and homeowner housing, and providing assistance to homebuyers. As it relates to housing, Collier County has allocated HOME funds for future development of affordable housing. Projects will be solicited through an application process and are strongly encouraged to include a set-aside for special needs populations. Collier County will continue our SHIP home repair programs that are frequently used by elderly persons, persons with disabilities, veterans, and families with children. As it relates to supportive services, the County will continue to provide CDBG funds for human services related to food assistance, social services, and assistance for victims of domestic violence and children at risk of child abuse. MA-40 Barriers to Affordable Housing – 91.210(e) Negative Effects of Public Policies on Affordable Housing and Residential Investment The Collier County Land Development Code, as amended through November 20, 2020, and the Naples Land Development Code, as amended through December 16, 2020, were each reviewed and evaluated against a list of common fair housing issues. The zoning regulations are permissive and allow for flexibility as to the most common fair housing issues. Neither jurisdiction received a high-risk score on any of the fair housing issues evaluated. However, the County and Naples received medium risk scores on certain issues where the zoning regulations still have the potential to negatively impact fair and affordable housing, and where improvements to the rules and policies could be made to protect the fair housing rights of the County’s residents more fully. On paper, the residential zoning criteria for the jurisdictions surveyed are not inherently prohibitive, and yet there is general consensus among residents, planning officials, housing advocates, and other stakeholders that Collier County and Naples suffer from an affordability gap for both affordable and workforce housing. This problem will only grow as rent and home prices are expected to continue to trend upward. Based on 2015 projections provided by the University of Florida’s Shimberg Center for Housing Studies, the County’s Affordable Housing Advisory Committee estimates that 43% of Collier households pay more than 30% of their income (the limit considered financially healthy) on housing related expenses, and 22% of households spend more than half of their income on housing. There are some development costs that local governments simply cannot control, such as materials and labor costs. However, there are other costs which government regulations directly impact: for example, raw land costs (via minimum lot size requirements), permitting costs, and impact fees. By reducing these costs, the hope is that there would be a trickle-down effect which would in turn make development of affordable housing more feasible. In the context of the area’s already costly rental and housing market, development standards may be a barrier to obtaining workforce and affordable housing for low to moderate income families and should be evaluated and tailored to the area’s estimation of affordability, that is the extent to which enough housing Page 7569 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 101 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) units of different costs can be developed to provide each household with a unit it can afford (based on HUD’s 30%-of-income standard). Page 7570 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 102 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) MA-45 Non-Housing Community Development Assets – 91.215 (f) Introduction In determining priorities for the allocation of federal funds, the Collier County has recognized the need to foster a competitive local economy that expands economic opportunities for present and future residents. A unique economic development trend in Collier County is the high number of seasonal residents who own property in the area. This phenomenon can cause data to trend in ways that do not truly reflect the economy year-round. This section describes the local workforce, the nature of current employment, and activities that coordinate economic development activities across local and regional agencies. Economic Development Market Analysis Business Activity Business by Sector Number of Workers Number of Jobs Share of Workers % Share of Jobs % Jobs less workers % Agriculture, Mining, Oil & Gas Extraction 3,969 4,573 3 4 1 Arts, Entertainment, Accommodations 24,234 24,862 21 22 1 Construction 10,554 11,915 9 10 1 Education and Health Care Services 17,850 19,482 16 17 1 Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate 6,972 6,368 6 6 -1 Information 1,522 1,382 1 1 0 Manufacturing 3,326 3,164 3 3 0 Other Services 5,299 5,613 5 5 0 Professional, Scientific, Management Services 7,525 6,333 7 6 -1 Public Administration 0 0 0 0 0 Retail Trade 17,653 16,551 16 15 -1 Transportation and Warehousing 1,866 1,284 2 1 -1 Wholesale Trade 3,817 3,696 3 3 0 Page 7571 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 103 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Business by Sector Number of Workers Number of Jobs Share of Workers % Share of Jobs % Jobs less workers % Total 104,587 105,223 -- -- -- Table 38 - Business Activity Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS (Workers), 2015 Longitudinal Employer-Household Dynamics (Jobs) Labor Force Total Population in the Civilian Labor Force 146,855 Civilian Employed Population 16 years and over 135,345 Unemployment Rate 7.85 Unemployment Rate for Ages 16-24 20.22 Unemployment Rate for Ages 25-65 5.21 Table 39 - Labor Force Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS Occupations by Sector Number of People Management, business and financial 27,350 Farming, fisheries, and forestry occupations 6,120 Service 18,358 Sales and office 34,130 Construction, extraction, maintenance, and repair 16,960 Production, transportation, and material moving 5,985 Table 40 – Occupations by Sector Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS Page 7572 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 104 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Travel Time Travel Time Number Percentage < 30 Minutes 82,289 67% 30-59 Minutes 34,824 28% 60 or More Minutes 6,520 5% Total 123,633 100% Table 41 - Travel Time Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS Education: Educational Attainment by Employment Status (Population 16 and Older) Educational Attainment In Labor Force Civilian Employed Unemployed Not in Labor Force Less than high school graduate 16,669 2,084 6,458 High school graduate (includes equivalency) 30,610 2,064 10,135 Some college or Associate's degree 28,220 2,264 8,455 Bachelor's degree or higher 31,780 1,404 9,355 Table 42 - Educational Attainment by Employment Status Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS Page 7573 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 105 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Educational Attainment by Age Age 18–24 yrs 25–34 yrs 35–44 yrs 45–65 yrs 65+ yrs Less than 9th grade 678 3,615 3,605 6,625 5,299 9th to 12th grade, no diploma 3,765 3,503 3,552 4,269 4,114 High school graduate, GED, or alternative 8,899 9,663 9,969 23,170 22,075 Some college, no degree 6,984 5,179 4,975 15,770 17,695 Associate's degree 1,268 3,017 3,087 6,923 5,385 Bachelor's degree 1,331 6,110 5,975 15,235 18,920 Graduate or professional degree 14 1,874 3,135 10,195 16,160 Table 43 - Educational Attainment by Age Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS Educational Attainment – Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months Educational Attainment Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months Less than high school graduate $22,483 High school graduate (includes equivalency) $31,255 Some college or Associate's degree $37,184 Bachelor's degree $51,407 Graduate or professional degree $64,551 Table 44 – Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS Page 7574 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 106 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Based on the Business Activity table above, what are the major employment sectors within your jurisdiction? Collier County’s largest employment sectors are: • Sales and Office (34,130) • Management, Business, and Finance (27,350) • Service (18,358) Describe the workforce and infrastructure needs of the business community: Collier County’s workforce needs is heavily dependent on the hospitality industry with more than 20% of the County’s workforce employed in that industry. Education and healthcare represent the second largest sector of jobs in Collier County. The local economy will depend on a strong labor pool skilled in these industries. The County should continue job training and employment services and seek to increase community college attendance among residents in poorer areas including Immokalee, Bayshore residents, and residents residing in the RCAP/ECAP region. Describe any major changes that may have an economic impact, such as planned local or regional public or private sector investments or initiatives that have affected or may affect job and business growth opportunities during the planning period. Describe any needs for workforce development, business support or infrastructure these changes may create. The County’s travel and tourism industry was hard hit with the effects of the Coronavirus Pandemic. Prior to the pandemic the County had a strong business climate with many successful CEOs, low property tax rates, wealthier citizens with high median incomes, and the state of Florida has high ranking for a strong business environment. Residents will need skills in business development and management and job training and skills in various service industries including health care, education. While the arts, entertainment, tourism, and food services industries were the hardest hit during the pandemic, additional job training in new fields will become apparent as the County continues to recover from mandatory closures. How do the skills and education of the current workforce correspond to employment opportunities in the jurisdiction? A skillful and well-educated workforce is essential to attracting and retaining employers and growing the County’s economy. Residents with a bachelor’s degree or higher were less likely to be unemployed or not in the labor force than residents with less educational attainment. It is also important to note that while educational attainment shows that most county residents have educational attainment above a high school diploma, but most jobs are in sectors that do not require degrees. It will be important for the county to strengthen its ability to attract companies to open, relocate, or expand in Collier County. Describe any current workforce training initiatives, including those supported by Workforce Investment Boards, community colleges and other organizations. Describe how these efforts will support the jurisdiction's Consolidated Plan. Page 7575 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 107 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Career Source Southwest Florida provides individuals with career development resources in an effort to provide skilled workforce for businesses. The organization offers various assessments, workshops, and services to equip job seekers with the necessary skills to achieve self-sufficient employment. The work of Career Source Southwest Florida supports the Consolidated Plan by increasing job readiness and job opportunities in priority neighborhoods, encouraging microenterprise, and offering job skills and work programs to youth. Does your jurisdiction participate in a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS)? The Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council prepares a CEDS (the current CEDS is 2018- 2022) to document economic development goals and priorities of the Southwest Florida region. If so, what economic development initiatives are you undertaking that may be coordinated with the Consolidated Plan? If not, describe other local/regional plans or initiatives that impact economic growth. Major program goals for the 2017-2022 goals are divided into six key areas: talent supply and education, quality of life & quality places, infrastructure and growth leadership, civic and governing systems, business climate & competitiveness, and innovation & economic development. CEDS goals include, but are not limited to: • Collier County has instituted a one cent sales tax to construct a high-tech center. • Provide sufficient funding and encourage flexibility to allow regional stakeholders to address local needs in education, training, and workforce development. • Ensure educational systems and workforce training that support innovation and creativity. • Protect natural resources to support quality environment and eco-tourism. • Develop projects that improve the region’s quality of life. • Increase the supply of workforce housing in the region. • Expand arts and cultural identity. • Develop transportation systems to support a prosperous, globally competitive economy while minimizing impacts to the natural environment. • Promote available ready-sites and buildings. • Improve public/private/civic cooperation, collaboration, and communication of the Region’s economic strategies. • Improve regional coordination of economic development, land use, infrastructure, water, and natural resource decision making. • Support the region’s growing elderly population. • Develop projects and programs that support existing and new business. • Increase investment in business development and placement in the Region. • Monitor CEDS Performance Measures. • Provide funding for ongoing economic development activities. • Provide technical assistance and use new technology to promote job growth. Page 7576 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 108 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) • Build seamless information technology infrastructure. • Encourage alternative energy production and green product industries. • Brand the region as a hub to attract and retain entrepreneurs. MA-50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion Are there areas where households with multiple housing problems are concentrated? (include a definition of "concentration") As show in the map, the highest concentrations of low-income households (greater than 80%) with severe problems are Immokalee, and there are two targeted CRAs in the Bayshore-Gateway Triangle Area and Immokalee. There are significantly higher percentages of low-income households located in census tracts 0104.05, 0104.18, and 0104.20 within Collier County. Collier County -% of LI Households with Any of 4 Severe Housing Problems Source: HUD CPD Maps, https://egis.hud.gov/cpdmaps/ Page 7577 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 109 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Collier County Census Tracts Source : www.geomap.ffiec.gov Page 7578 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 110 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Are there any areas in the jurisdiction where racial or ethnic minorities or low-income families are concentrated? (include a definition of "concentration") An area of racial or ethnic concentration is defined as one in which the minority population share is 20% higher than the group’s Countywide average. There are a significant higher percentage of White residents throughout the County. White Population Concentration Source: HUD CPD Maps, https://egis.hud.gov/cpdmaps/ Page 7579 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 111 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What are the characteristics of the market in these areas/neighborhoods? Collier County targets resources in low-moderate income census block groups to meet regulatory requirements for CDBG grant funds and to target areas with the highest level of needs. These areas are considered “target areas” for use of HUD grant funds for area improvements, such as public infrastructure or facility improvements. HUD funds may also be spent outside of these targeted areas, as long as they provide services, improvements, affordable housing, or other benefits for low- and moderate-income households or special needs populations. Collier County - Median Home Value Source: HUD CPD Maps, https://egis.hud.gov/cpdmaps/ Are there any community assets in these areas/neighborhoods? The Collier Resource Center exists solely to help families and adults obtain assistance to navigate the maze of health and human service organizations. They provide information and referrals in many areas and make every effort to match residents with the most appropriate and adequate resources by providing personalized case management. There are resources for fundamental Page 7580 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 112 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) necessities, medical and mental health services, services for people with disabilities, elderly and assistance for children, youth, and families. Are there other strategic opportunities in any of these areas? The Strategic Plan provided below identifies priority needs and geographic focus areas for community development and housing efforts in Collier County over the next five years. These priorities are based on findings from the need’s assessment and market analysis, along with public input received through a variety of engagement methods. The County will continue to concentrate CDBG, ESG, and HOME spending on public safety activities, housing initiatives, and public service activities. Projects and programs funded using CDBG, ESG, and HOME funds will meet program eligibility requirements, generate long term improvements for low- and moderate-income residents and communities, and help address federal, state, and local priorities, such as expanding fair housing choice and sustainability. This Strategic Plan also identifies market conditions which may influence the use of HUD grant funds, the resources expected to be available to meet community needs, and the structure in place for delivering services. Strategies for addressing public housing, homelessness, lead-based paint hazards, and poverty are summarized. Finally, the Plan outlines barriers to housing affordability in Collier County and will provide a plan to monitor performance and compliance for the CDBG, ESG, and HOME programs. The Strategic Plan will guide the use of CDBG and HOME in Collier County over the next five years and is guided by HUD’s three overarching goals that are applied according to the County’s needs. These goals are: • To provide decent housing by preserving the affordable housing stock, increasing the availability of affordable housing, reducing discriminatory barriers, increasing the supply of supportive housing for those with special needs, and transitioning homeless persons and families into housing. • To provide a suitable living environment through safer, more livable neighborhoods, greater integration of low- and moderate-income residents throughout the County, increased housing opportunities, and reinvestment in deteriorating neighborhoods. • To expand economic opportunities through more jobs paying self-sufficient wages, homeownership opportunities, development activities that promote long-term community viability, and the empowerment of low- and moderate-income persons to achieve self- sufficiency. Page 7581 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 113 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) MA-60 Broadband Needs of Housing occupied by Low- and Moderate-Income Households - 91.210(a)(4), 91.310(a)(2) Describe the need for broadband wiring and connections for households, including low- and moderate-income households and neighborhoods. For many Americans, access to computers and high-speed Internet connections in an integral part of their everyday lives. As most of information, services, and resources have transitioned to online access, digital inequality has a direct impact on low-income household’s social inequality. According to HUD’s Office of Policy Development, in the Digital Inequality and Low-Income Households Report, the disparate access to broadband can correlate with the inequality of income, education, race, and ethnicity. As part of the 2008 Broadband Data Improvement Act, the U.S. Census Bureau began asking about computer and Internet use in the 2018 American Community Survey (ACS). Federal agencies use these statistics to measure and monitor the nationwide development of broadband networks and to allocate resources intended to increase access to broadband technologies, particularly among groups with traditionally low levels of access. No longer a luxury, high speed internet access is relied upon for residents to fully engage in an expanding array of employment, education, training, financial and healthcare services. Internet access is relatively high but not universal for all households in Immokalee. Computer and Internet Use in the Collier County 2017 2018 2019 Estimate % Estimate % Estimate % Total: 144,354 (x) 144,172 (x) 140,578 (x) Has a computer: 133,979 92.8% 134,294 93.1% 134,309 95.5% With dial-up Internet subscription alone 124,560 86.3% 125,339 86.9% 125,181 89% With a broadband Internet subscription 123,909 85.8% 125,151 86.8% 124,786 88.8% Without an Internet subscription 19,794 13.7% 18,833 13.1% 15,397 11% No computer 10,375 7.2% 9,878 6.9% 3,269 4.5% Source: American Community Survey Reports, U.S. Census Bureau, www.data.census.gov Page 7582 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 114 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Describe the need for increased competition by having more than one broadband Internet service provider serve the jurisdiction. Throughout the United States, there is a significant digital divide; a gap between those who have ready access to the internet and computers and those who do not. The divide is perpetuated by limitations that are geographical as well as financial, where persons cannot afford to pay a monthly service fee for Broadband service (an internet connection fast enough to stream a video). Nationwide, less than half of households living on or under $20,000 are connected. This lack of internet access in communities supports a deficit in opportunity, education, and other prospects.1 The figure below shows the number of fixed broadband providers. While the figure shows the number of providers available, it does not reflect the household level usage of broadband. From a fair housing perspective, ensuring that residential broadband is available to housing projects both within and in the outskirts of the county will support community viability and improve the quality of life for residents. 1 Vick, Karl. March 2017. The Digital Divide: A Quarter of the Nation is Without Broadband. Time. Available at: https://time.com/4718032/the-digital-divide/ Page 7583 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 115 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Fixed Broadband Deployment, 2021, https://broadbandmap.fcc.gov/ There are multiple broadband providers in Collier, including Orlando Telephone Company, Comcast, Century Link, Inc, Viasat, and Hughes Network. MA-65 Hazard Mitigation - 91.210(a)(5), 91.310(a)(3) Describe the jurisdiction’s increased natural hazard risks associated with climate change. According to the County’s 2020 Multi-Jurisdictional Local Mitigation Strategy, Collier County is threatened by several different types of natural, technological, and manmade hazards. These hazards endanger the health and safety of the people of the county, jeopardize its economic vitality, and imperil the quality of the natural environment. All lands bordering the Gulf Coast are susceptible to tidal effects and flooding. Due to the relative flatness of Collier County’s topography, historical water flow has always been shallow overland sheet flow during the wet season. Hurricanes and tropical storms can occur anywhere within the Collier County planning area. While coastal areas are most vulnerable to hurricanes, their wind and rain impacts can be felt hundreds of miles inland. All of Collier County is vulnerable to hurricane and tropical storm surge, but to varying degrees, with areas closer to the coast and water bodies that drain into the coast facing greater risk. Describe the vulnerability to these risks of housing occupied by low- and moderate-income households based on an analysis of data, findings, and methods. Over 95% of Collier County falls within the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA). By definition of the 100-year flood event, SFHAs are defined as those areas that will be inundated by the flood event having a 1-percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year. Low-income properties located in these areas have a 26% chance of flooding over the life of a 30-year mortgage. According to NCEI, 35 recorded flood events affected the Collier County area from 2000 to 2019 causing an estimated $6,534,500 in property damage, with no fatalities, injuries, or crop damage. Debris also poses a risk both during and after a flood to all residents including low-income households. During a flood, debris carried by floodwaters can cause physical injury from impact. The second type of health problem arises after most of the water has gone. Stagnant pools can become breeding grounds for mosquitoes, and wet areas of a building that have not been properly cleaned breed Page 7584 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 116 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) mold and mildew. A building that is not thoroughly cleaned becomes a health hazard, especially for small children and the elderly. Much of the housing that is affordable to lower income households is naturally occurring – meaning older and less desirable housing. Many of these older units, built to less stringent standards, may be at increased risk to natural hazards. The County has identified housing-related vulnerabilities of low- and moderate-income residents: • Most residents lack the savings and/or insurance required to weather significant economic challenges. • Economic shocks due to natural hazards, unexpected health expenses, or national economic conditions can very quickly translate into housing instability and foreclosure. • There is currently very little, if any, excess housing stock in the Collier County area. Lower income households are also more likely to lack rental insurance to recover from a disaster and will have greater difficulty affording the cost of installing and operating cooling systems if temperatures continue to rise. Strategic Plan SP-05 Overview Strategic Plan Overview The Strategic Plan provided below identifies priority needs and geographic focus areas for community development and housing efforts in the Collier County for the next five years. This Plan will identify the County’s anti-poverty initiatives, market conditions, available resources, and the plan to monitor performance and compliance for each HUD program for which it receives funds. The priorities identified are based on the information received from needs assessment surveys, market analysis, stakeholder meetings, and public comments. Collier County is anticipating over $18 million in federal funds over this 5-year Consolidated Plan period. Collier County Community & Human Service Division will administer these grant funds. The Community and Human Services Division will partner with county departments, nonprofit partners, developers, community housing development organizations, and the local housing authority to expend these funds on eligible activities that address the strategic priorities listed in this Plan. CDBG, HOME, and ESG allocations will be leveraged to generate long term improvements for low and moderate-income residents and communities while helping to address various federal, state, and local priorities, such as affordable housing, fair housing choice, economic development, homelessness, and lead-based paint hazards. The county will concentrate CDBG, HOME, and ESG spending on community facilities, infrastructure projects, and public service activities. HOME funds will be utilized on the development or rehabilitation of single and multi-family housing units, tenant-based rental assistance activities, and homebuyer activities. Additionally, the County will focus on rapid re- Page 7585 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 117 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) housing, homelessness prevention, emergency shelter, and essential services for the homeless with the ESG grant. The County currently has 97 Census Block groups that are classified as low/moderate income. These tracts were defined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) as low/moderate-income and are shown on the map below and table below. FY 2020 ACS 5-Year 2011-2015 Low- and Moderate-Income Summary Data Tract Blckgrp Low Lowmod Lmmi Lowmoduniv Lowmod_pct 010510 2 385 480 645 940 51.06% 010412 3 100 1065 1470 2065 51.57% 010506 1 555 670 955 1290 51.94% 010105 1 85 550 815 1045 52.63% 010505 2 635 1445 1905 2730 52.93% 010601 1 445 500 580 940 53.19% 010108 2 145 415 505 775 53.55% 010300 2 180 615 865 1135 54.19% 010701 4 295 510 880 925 55.14% 010419 2 675 985 1395 1730 56.94% 010411 3 1185 1770 2240 3030 58.42% 010605 1 160 555 810 950 58.42% 010506 3 1540 1690 2150 2880 58.68% 010507 1 1650 2055 2655 3475 59.14% 011301 3 505 870 1100 1455 59.79% 010110 4 360 860 975 1435 59.93% 010411 1 1425 2150 2720 3535 60.82% 010803 1 480 1055 1300 1730 60.98% 011102 3 510 640 785 1045 61.24% 010701 2 350 500 670 815 61.35% 010701 1 545 980 1380 1585 61.83% Page 7586 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 118 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 011400 1 780 1070 1440 1730 61.85% 010417 3 155 630 715 1015 62.07% 010509 2 350 690 900 1105 62.44% 010211 1 230 535 700 840 63.69% 011105 2 630 735 800 1130 65.04% 011302 3 1475 2045 2915 3115 65.65% 011400 3 1090 1115 1460 1675 66.57% 010803 3 530 965 1175 1430 67.48% 010110 3 370 865 940 1260 68.65% 010419 1 875 1520 1820 2205 68.93% 010702 1 780 1120 1385 1620 69.14% 010420 2 1255 2270 2695 3260 69.63% 011301 2 2045 2990 3665 4180 71.53% 010508 1 1125 2415 2760 3375 71.56% 010701 3 175 330 370 450 73.33% 011204 1 575 855 1150 1150 74.35% 010410 2 815 1390 1775 1835 75.75% 011102 2 835 860 940 1135 75.77% 010604 3 290 975 1205 1260 77.38% 010605 3 570 960 1035 1240 77.42% 010601 2 935 1140 1370 1470 77.55% 010410 1 1995 3195 3805 4075 78.40% 000700 1 865 1125 1280 1425 78.95% 010420 3 755 1270 1310 1600 79.38% 011103 2 880 1135 1325 1395 81.36% 011205 1 715 965 1080 1165 82.83% 010410 3 2135 3550 3860 4180 84.93% Page 7587 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 119 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 010420 1 1050 1725 1900 2015 85.61% 011302 1 890 1690 1830 1955 86.45% 010802 4 870 1075 1225 1225 87.76% 010802 3 1170 1940 2120 2145 90.44% 011400 2 580 1085 1140 1195 90.79% 011204 2 1795 1900 2045 2045 92.91% 011302 2 1275 1650 1765 1765 93.48% 011205 2 1185 1275 1290 1340 95.15% 011204 3 715 775 775 810 95.68% 011301 1 590 850 850 880 96.59% SP-10 Geographic Priorities – 91.215 (a)(1) Geographic Area Collier County is an urban area that relies on widely accepted data such as American Community Survey (ACS), HUD low and moderate-income summary data, and Federal Financial Institutions Examinations Council (FFIEC) data to determine areas throughout the community with concentrations of low and moderate-income communities. Program resources are allocated county-wide based on low-mod areas, which often coincide with areas of minority concentration. Over the next five years, the County intends to utilize CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds in areas where Page 7588 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 120 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 51% or more of residents have low or moderate household incomes) are shown in the map below: Collier County and the City of Naples participate together in the Urban County CDBG Program. Marco Island, an incorporated city within the County, opted out of participation in 2012. Table 45 - Geographic Priority Areas General Allocation Priorities Describe the basis for allocating investments geographically within the jurisdiction (or within the EMSA for HOPWA) Collier County receives a direct entitlement of CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to address the needs in the community. The needs identified during the Needs Assessment process were not exclusive to any specific geographic area within the County. Collier County has opted to undertake projects that will benefit income-eligible households throughout the County rather than identifying a target area. Program Target Area Description Target Area Name: Countywide Target Area Type: Countywide Page 7589 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 121 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) resources are allocated countywide based on low-mod areas, which often coincide with areas of minority concentration. The following map depict the low- and moderate-income block groups within Collier County. The low-income block groups identified in the map below will generally be prioritized for allocation of Consolidated Plan resources, however, individual low- and moderate-income persons residing anywhere in Collier County may be eligible beneficiaries of CDBG funds. Source: HUD CPD Mapping Tool, https://egis.hud.gov/cpdmaps/ Page 7590 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 122 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) SP-25 Priority Needs - 91.215(a)(2) Priority Needs Through the Consolidated Planning process, the County has evaluated needs and assessed the market to determine gaps in services and needs in the community. Through the evaluation and findings of other studies focused on community development along with the needs and concerns established throughout the public participation process, a set of seven (7) priority needs have been identified to guide the use of community development funds throughout the next five years. 1 Priority Need Name Housing Affordability Priority Level High Population Extremely Low Income Low-Income Moderate Income Geographic Areas Affected Countywide – Collier County, FL Associated Goals - New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Housing for Homeownership - New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Housing for Homeownership Rental Housing - Homebuyer Assistance - CHDO Set-Aside - Tenant Based Rental Assistance Page 7591 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 123 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Description - Provide down-payment assistance (principal reduction and closing cost reduction) to eligible low- and moderate-income homebuyers. - Provide rental subsidies (TBRA) to low-income households to make existing units affordable for elderly, frail elderly, disabled persons, and veterans. - Support the development of affordable rental and owned housing, including projects located near job centers that will be affordable to service employees and other low-wage members of the workforce. - Support homeownership opportunities for households through down payment or closing cost assistance. Basis for Relative Priority The need for affordable housing for target populations was shown to be in great need in the Housing Market Analysis, and Community Needs Survey. As demonstrated in the Housing Needs Assessment many families suffer from substandard conditions, overcrowding, and have a severe housing cost burden. 2 Priority Need Name Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention Priority Level High Population Extremely Low-Income Low-Income Moderate-Income Disabled (Physical, Mental, Behavioral Health) Page 7592 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 124 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Elderly and Frail Elderly Children and Youth Homeless and At-Risk Populations Geographic Areas Affected Countywide – Collier County, FL Associated Goals - Support Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless - HMIS Support - Provide Rapid Re-Housing and Homelessness Prevention Description - Assist persons who are homeless through emergency, transitional, and permanent housing, and supportive services. - Assist households at risk of homelessness with short-term rental payment and other assistance. - Assist agencies in tracking homelessness services through a homeless management information system. Basis for Relative Priority As demonstrated in the Homeless Needs Assessment section of this plan and the Community Needs Survey, the homeless population in the Collier County continues to grow without the increase of services to meet their needs. Interviews with community stakeholders, public meeting comments, and survey data reveled through our strategic planning process that this is a high priority, 3 Priority Need Name Public Facilities Priority Level High Population Extremely Low-Income Page 7593 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 125 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Low-Income Moderate-Income Disabled (Physical, Mental, Behavioral Health) Elderly and Frail Elderly Children and Youth Homeless and At-Risk Populations Geographic Areas Affected Countywide – Collier County, FL Associated Goals - Improve Public Facilities - Improve Other Facilities Description - Support public facility improvements that benefit low/moderate income households and persons, and persons with special needs to include community centers, health care facilities, parks, and public safety stations/offices, as well as other allowable public facility projects. - Improve existing deteriorated public facilities and infrastructure in low- and moderate- income areas. Basis for Relative Priority The need for facilities is shown through the continued expressed need from the Community Needs Survey. 4 Priority Need Name Public Infrastructure Improvements Priority Level High Page 7594 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 126 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Population Extremely Low-Income Low-Income Moderate-Income Disabled (Physical, Mental, Behavioral Health) Elderly and Frail Elderly Children and Youth Homeless and At-Risk Populations Geographic Areas Affected Countywide – Collier County, FL Associated Goals - Public Infrastructure Improvements Description - Support public infrastructure improvements that benefit low/moderate income households that eliminate blight, improve safety, and provide new affordable housing to include demolition and redevelopment, sidewalk construction and repair, street improvements, streetscaping, street lighting, crosswalks and pedestrian signaling systems, stormwater improvements, and other allowable infrastructure improvements not listed here. - Improve existing deteriorated infrastructure in low- and moderate-income areas. Basis for Relative Priority The need for infrastructure is shown through the continued demand for assistance from the various programs and the expressed need from the Community Need Survey, interviews with key community stakeholders, consultation with County staff, survey data, prior studies conducted by the Collier Metropolitan Planning Organization. Page 7595 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 127 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 5 Priority Need Name Public Services Priority Level High Population Extremely Low-Income Low-Income Moderate-Income Disabled (Physical, Mental, Behavioral Health) Elderly and Frail Elderly Children and Youth Homeless and At-Risk Populations Geographic Areas Affected Countywide – Collier County, FL Associated Goals - Provide Public Service Description Fund projects that provide supportive services to low- and moderate-income households as well as persons with special needs, specifically including but not limited to medical and dental services, mental health and substance abuse services, services to persons with disabilities, senior services, youth services, housing counseling, legal services, services for victims of domestic violence, employment training, and other allowable public services not listed here. Basis for Relative Priority Through the Community Needs Survey and interviews with key community stakeholders, public meeting input, survey data. Page 7596 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 128 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 6 Priority Need Name Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Choice Priority Level High Population All Geographic Areas Affected Countywide – Collier County, FL Associated Goals Provide public services Provide assistance and education to homebuyers Description Support targeted fair housing activities such as fair housing education, complaint handling services, and enforcement. Basis for Relative Priority Impediment identified in AI 7 Priority Need Name Program Administration and Planning Priority Level High Population All Geographic Areas Affected Countywide – Collier County, FL Associated Goals - Program Administration Page 7597 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 129 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Description Performance of administrative and planning requirements of CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs. Basis for Relative Priority Consultation with County staff Table 46 – Priority Needs Summary Page 7598 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 130 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) SP-30 Influence of Market Conditions – 91.215 (b) Influence of Market Conditions Table 47 – Influence of Market Conditions Affordable Housing Type Market Characteristics that will influence the use of funds available for housing type Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) TBRA is an important tool for families to maintain affordable housing. Severe cost burden is the greatest predictor of homelessness risk, with populations paying more than 50% of their income towards housing costs or having incomes at or below 50% AMI at greatest risk of becoming homeless TBRA for Non- Homeless Special Needs Lack of units with supportive services influences this program. Based upon consultations with homeless housing and social service agencies, a need for supportive housing has been identified as a priority. The special needs households include those with disabilities, persons with mental illness, elderly, frail elderly, veterans, as well as dysfunctional households facing a variety of issues. Market characteristics impacting this priority relate to the shortage of privately-owned housing units which are available to provide supportive housing programs. This problem is intensified by the lack of public funds. New Unit Production Rents will not financially support the cost of new unit production. A shortage of affordable, decent housing units is an identified need. The market characteristics influencing this priority include the age and condition of the existing housing stock without the rent levels to support rehabilitation. New construction faces the same market conditions. The HOME program can provide some resources to address this issue. Rehabilitation Rents will not financially support the cost of major rehabilitation projects similar to the new unit production priority discussed above, the achievable rents and income levels in the County often result in rehabilitation in the private marketplace to be financially infeasible. This issue is intensified by the age and condition of the housing stock. Acquisition, including preservation Lack of funding available to finance projects. There are opportunities to improve the conditions and affordability of housing by the acquisition of vacant, deteriorating structures. These structures are for the most part multi-unit in nature or previously nonresidential buildings appropriate for conversion. The cost and complexity of acquisition and rehabilitation of these structures usually requires implementations by an experienced housing development entity and financial assistance. When structures are of historic or architectural value, the cost can be increased. Similar to the new unit production, the HOME program can provide the resources for this type of development. Page 7599 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 131 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) SP-35 Anticipated Resources - 91.215(a)(4), 91.220(c)(1,2) Introduction Collier County Entitlement grant resources totaling $4,567,555.47 are anticipated for the 2021 program year to meet underserved needs, foster decent affordable housing, develop institutional structure, and enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies. Along with the County’s 2021 annual CDBG, HOME, and ESG allocations, this figure includes $134,787.17 in prior year CDBG funds and $666,127.30 in prior year HOME funds that will be reprogrammed for use this year. Additionally, this figure includes an estimated $20,000 in program income, which the County anticipates receiving from its CDBG program for use in 2021. Anticipated Resources • Bond Financing: For multi-family affordable housing and single-family projects. A portion of the bonds issued by a state, local government, or housing development agency may be considered as HOME match. • Collier County Housing Trust Fund: Administered by the County eligible activities include predevelopment, acquisition, construction, and rehabilitation costs associated with low- income housing development. The full amount of Collier Housing Trust Fund grants/loans invested into the project is eligible as HOME match. • Florida Affordable Housing Tax Credit Program: Administered by the State of Florida, this program provides below-market interest rates for low-income housing projects. The maximum interest rate reduction is approximately 4% below market, for a maximum term of 20 years. HOME match is calculated by applying the present discounted cash value to the total yield foregone by the lender. • Affordable Housing Surtax: Passed by the voters in 2018 Property Tax Exemptions: Not for profit developers may receive an exemption from property taxes have been awarded on a project-by-project basis to low-income housing developments. Generally based on the benefits provided to the community and the duration of the low-income housing commitment. • Volunteer Labor: Area non-profit housing developers have been successful in utilizing volunteer labor in their developments. Architects, attorneys, and other professionals have also contributed their services to non-profit housing developments in Collier. Volunteer labor is eligible as HOME match. • Private Contributions: Cash and materials have been contributed to the past by private businesses, lenders, corporations, and foundations to assist in the development of low- income housing in the County. It is expected that future contributions from private sources will continue to provide needed assistance. Private contributions are eligible as HOME match. • Other Federal Resources Used at the Local Level: Federal Low-income Housing Tax Credits are allocated by the State of Florida and are used to subsidize rental housing developments that are affordable to persons with incomes below 60% AMI. Area projects have typically applied for the 9% tax credits in order to serve a lower-income population. Page 7600 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 132 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) The 9% tax credits are more desirable but statewide demand greatly exceeds available funding. • Publicly owned land: The County has a history of utilizing public property for affordable housing. Currently one property is under development for low-income affordable housing in the County. The County does own land itself that could be put toward affordable housing, but is looking at what it has, as well as land owned by other public agencies, to determine whether certain properties are well suited for affordable housing. • State Housing Initiatives Partnership program (SHIP): Provides funds to local governments as an incentive to create partnerships that produce and preserve affordable homeownership and multifamily housing. The program was designed to serve very low, low- and moderate-income families. Page 7601 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 133 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Program Source of Funds Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Amount Available Remainder of Con Plan $ Narrative Description Annual Allocation: $ Program Income: $ Prior Year Resources: $ Total: $ CDBG Public – Federal - Public services - Infrastructure and facility improvements - Housing - Economic Development - Administration - Fair Housing $2,774,274 $20,000 $134,787.17 $2,899,061.17 $11,596,244.68 Anticipated Year 1 funding will include entitlement grant funds, program income, and prior year unallocated funds HOME Public – Federal - Homebuyer assistance - Acquisition - Rental or homeowner rehab - Rental or homeownership new construction - Tenant-based rental assistance - Administration $753,000 $31,571 $666,127.30 $1,450,698.30 $5,802,793.20 Anticipated Year 1 funding will include entitlement grant funds, program income, and prior year unallocated funds ESG Public – Federal - Shelter Operations - Rapid Re-Housing - Homelessness Prevention - HMIS - Administration $217,796 $0 $0 $217,796 $871,184.00 Anticipated Year 1 funding will include entitlement grant funds Table 48 - Anticipated Resources Page 7602 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 134 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state, and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied. Collier County leverages a combination of public and private funding to conduct activities identified in this plan. During this Consolidated Plan period, the County will research opportunities to apply for additional funding streams that are consistent with the goals of the Consolidated Plan. Infrastructure improvements projects capitalize on the ongoing revitalization efforts in the Bayshore Gateway Triangle and the Immokalee CRA. These areas were designated by the Collier County Board of Commissioners to boost the local economy and uplift surrounding communities. Additionally, the County works with several nonprofit organizations by granting funding for facility improvements and services. These grant funds are leveraged by private donations and other resources to provide services to clients or residents of Collier County. The HOME program requires a 25% match of the total amount of funds drawn down during the federal fiscal year. Collier County HOME subrecipients are required to submit a match log that identifies the sources of match funds for each fiscal year. Match funds can be derived from various sources to include: the value of sponsorships from local businesses; waived County fees; donated land or improvements; volunteer hours; donated materials; or by other eligible methods as provided in the HOME regulations. When necessary, the County also uses its SHIP funding to match HOME funds. Historically, match amounts for HOME subrecipients have far exceeded the 25% annual contribution requirements stipulated by HOME program regulations. The ESG program requires a 100% match for the total amount of funds drawn down during the federal fiscal year. Collier County requires all ESG subrecipients to provide a dollar-for-dollar match by calculating the value of volunteer hours, private donations, and salary not covered by ESG, other grant funding, in-kind donations, or by other eligible methods as provided in the ESG regulations. The County also provides match support for the ESG program from general funds. If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan County owned land will be used in in the development of 82 housing units at the Bembridge property in partnership with McDowell Housing partners. There is no HUD funding in this development. Page 7603 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 135 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) SP-40 Institutional Delivery Structure – 91.215(k) Explain the institutional structure through which the jurisdiction will carry out its consolidated plan including private industry, nonprofit organizations, and public institutions. Page 7604 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 136 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Responsible Entity Responsible Entity Type Role Geographic Area Served Collier County Government CDBG, HOME, and ESG Program Administration Collier County Able Academy Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Boys & Girls Club of Collier County Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Children's Advocacy Center of Collier County Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Collier County Housing Authority Housing Authority Homeownership/ Affordable Housing Collier County Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition Nonprofit Organization Homeownership/ Affordable Housing Collier County Collier Resource Center, Inc. Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Collier Senior Resources Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Drug Free Collier Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Empty Bowls Naples, Inc Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Grace Place for Children and Families Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Habitat for Humanity of Collier County Nonprofit Organization Homeownership/ Affordable Housing Collier County Harry Chapin Food Bank Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Page 7605 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 137 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Hope for Families Ministry Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Immokalee CRA Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance Nonprofit Organization Homeownership/ Affordable Housing Collier County Legal Aid Service of Collier County Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Lighthouse of Collier Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Meals of Hope Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County NAMI Collier County Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Naples Senior Center at JFCS Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Our Daily Bread Food Pantry Incorporated Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Residential Options of Florida (ROOF) Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County St. Matthews House Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County St. Vincent de Paul Society, Naples Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County STARability Foundation Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County The Immokalee Foundation Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County The Salvation Army Naples Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County The Shelter for Abused Women & Children Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Page 7606 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 138 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) United Way of Collier and the Keys Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Wounded Warriors of Collier Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Youth Haven, Inc. Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Table 49 - Institutional Delivery Structure Assess of Strengths and Gaps in the Institutional Delivery System Collier County has a comprehensive network of service providers that is made up of nonprofits, private sector developers, community-based development organizations, local housing authorities, and coalitions. Additionally, Collier County has enough staff capacity to dedicate one staff member per grant program that is administers. This allows both the staff and the service providers to become subject matter experts in their grant programs. This expertise maximizes both the efficiency and effectiveness of the programs administration and minimizes mistakes. One of the greatest gaps in the Institutional Delivery System is the financial capacity of the nonprofit partners. The funding Collier County provides is intended to be supplemental to the operation of programs. For many of the nonprofits the County’s funding represents the majority of the money expended for a program and limits the reach of the program beyond the amount allocated by HUD. An additional gap has been identified since the release of the revised HOME Final Rule. The final rule eliminated the ability of local housing authorities to serve as Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs). While a new CHDO has been identified to take the place of this housing authority some local institutional knowledge has been lost in the transition. Availability of services targeted to homeless persons and persons with HIV and mainstream services. Homelessness Prevention Services Available in the Community Targeted to Homeless Targeted to People with HIV Homelessness Prevention Services Counseling/Advocacy X X X Legal Assistance X X X Mortgage Assistance X Rental Assistance X X Utilities Assistance X X Page 7607 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 139 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Street Outreach Services Law Enforcement X Mobile Clinics Other Street Outreach Services X Supportive Services Alcohol & Drug Abuse X X X Child Care X X X Education X Employment and Employment Training X Healthcare X X X HIV/AIDS X X X Life Skills X X Mental Health Counseling X X X Transportation X Other Other Table 50 - Homeless Prevention Services Summary Describe how the service delivery system including, but not limited to, the services listed above meet the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) Collier County has a comprehensive network of service providers that is made up of nonprofits, private sector developers, community-based development organizations, local housing authorities, and coalitions. Additionally, Collier County has enough staff capacity to dedicate one staff member per grant program that is administers. This allows both the staff and the service providers to become subject matter experts in their grant programs. This expertise maximizes both the efficiency and effectiveness of the programs administration and minimizes mistakes. Page 7608 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 140 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) One of the greatest gaps in the Institutional Delivery System is the financial capacity of the nonprofit partners. The funding Collier County provides is intended to be supplemental to the operation of programs. For many of the nonprofits the County’s funding represents most of the money expended for a program and limits the reach of the program beyond the amount allocated by HUD. An additional gap has been identified since the release of the revised HOME Final Rule. The final rule eliminated the ability of local housing authorities to serve as Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs). While a new CHDO has been identified to take the place of this housing authority some local institutional knowledge has been lost in the transition. Describe the strengths and gaps of the service delivery system for special needs population and persons experiencing homelessness, including, but not limited to, the services listed above The County has been successful at partnering with several agencies serving persons with special needs via entitlement funding, and also has provided services and programs to persons with special needs via the SHIP program, which aids in the production and preservation of affordable homeownership and multifamily housing for very low, low, and moderate-income households. Although the County has been successful at working with many of the non-profit organizations in the community, gaps in service delivery include supportive services for homeless individuals, persons with special needs, and supportive housing and transitional housing for residents with substance and alcohol abuse issues. Provide a summary of the strategy for overcoming gaps in the institutional structure and service delivery system for carrying out a strategy to address priority needs. The most significant gap in the service delivery system is identifying sufficient funding to meet the needs identified. Collier County typically receives requests for four to five times the funding available on an annual basis. Consequently, funding is allocated to as many high priorities needs, and projects as is practicable. Given the limited HUD funding available to completely overcome the gaps in the institutional structure, the County collaborates with various partners to ensure that priority needs are addressed. For example, the County operates as the lead agency for the Area Agency on Aging, which provides case management and other services for seniors and oversees a daily nutritional program for seniors in the community. Also, the County seeks and has been successful in receiving many other awards to address priority needs. These grants include a SHIP award to assist with homeowner and rental opportunities and a state of Florida Criminal Justice, Mental Health and Substance Abuse grant through which the County partners with the Sheriff’s office and a local mental health facility to improve outcomes for persons in the criminal justice system who have mental health issues. The development of social service collaborations across the region to coordinate the work of social service organizations, disseminate news and information, and spearhead community-wide solutions to local needs is necessary to assist the community in overcoming gaps in services for the homeless and residents with substance abuse issues. Page 7609 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 141 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) SP-45 Goals Summary – 91.215(a)(4) Goal Descriptions • Provide Assistance and Education to Homebuyers - Funds will be used to assist low-income, first-time homebuyers with down-payment assistance to purchase a home. • Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Housing for Homeownership – Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable housing for homeownership. • Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing – Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable housing for rental housing. • CHDO Set-Aside – Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable housing for housing developed by a CHDO. • Tenant Based Rental Assistance – Funds will be used to provide rental subsidies to low-income persons, persons with mental illness, elderly, frail elderly, disabled, and veterans. • Support Emergency Shelter and Services for the Homeless – Funds will be used to provide emergency shelter services and permanent housing for homeless persons. • HMIS Support – Funds will be used to collect client-level data and data on the provision of housing and services to homeless individuals and families and persons at risk of homelessness. • Provide Homelessness Prevention - Funds will be used to provide permanent housing to prevent persons from becoming homeless. Page 7610 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 142 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Priority Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 1 Administration & Planning 2021 2025 Other Countywide Provide Administration & Planning CDBG: $2,773,270 ESG: $81,678.50 HOME: $392,123.70 Other: Planning & Administration: CDBG: 5; HOME: 5; ESG: 5 2 Support New Construction or Rehabilitation or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing 2021 2025 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability CDBG: $2,500,000 Rental Units Constructed: 400 2 Improve Public Infrastructure 2021 2025 Non-Housing Community Development Countywide Public Infrastructure Improvement CDBG: $918,380 Public facility or infrastructure activities other than low/moderate-income housing benefit: 5,625 3 Improve Public and Other Facilities 2021 2025 Non- Housing Community Development Countywide Public Facilities CDBG: $672,751.32 Public facility or infrastructure activities other than low/moderate-income housing benefit: 900 4 Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing 2021 2025 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability CDBG: $5,395,000.00 HOME: $2,000,000.00 Rental Units Rehabilitated Assisted: 260 Rental Units Acquired: 5 5 Provide Public Services 2021 2025 -Community Development Countywide Public Services CDBG: $1,741,755.85 Number of persons assisted: 1100 Page 7611 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 143 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 6 Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Housing for Homeownership 2021 2025 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability HOME: $1,245,058.60 Other: Rental Units Acquired: 5 7 CHDO 2022 2025 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability CHDO Set-aside: $451,800 Rental Units Constructed: 20 8 Support Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless 2021 2025 Homeless Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $500,000.00 Homeless Person Overnight Shelter: 600 9 HMIS Support 2021 2025 Other Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $200,000.00 Other: HMIS Support 10 Homeless Prevention & Rapid Rehousing 2021 2025 Homeless Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $307,306.50 Homelessness Prevention: 25 persons 11 Tenant Based Rental Assistance 2021 2025 Homeless Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention HOME: $500,000 Tenant-based Rental Assistance/ Rapid Rehousing: 20 Table 51 – Goals Summary Page 7612 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 144 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Estimate the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate-income families to whom the jurisdiction will provide affordable housing as defined by HOME 91.315(b)(2) Over the next five years, Collier County anticipates providing affordable housing for an estimated 25 extremely low-income, low- income, or moderate-income families through CHDO activities, and support for new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable rental or for-sale housing using HOME funds. Page 7613 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 145 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) SP-50 Public Housing Accessibility and Involvement – 91.215(c) Need to Increase the Number of Accessible Units (if Required by a Section 504 Voluntary Compliance Agreement) The Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA) is an independent authority established under state law, is separate from the general control of the County, and operates no HUD-funded public housing units. The Collier County Housing Authority is not required by a Section 504 Voluntary Compliance Agreement to increase the number of accessible units. Activities to Increase Resident Involvements The Collier County Housing Authority undertakes a variety of initiatives to increase resident involvement which include established programs that represent all residents living in Housing Authority developments. The Collier County Housing Authority coordinates programs, activities, and services offered to residents, including:  Family Self Sufficiency Program - designed to assist residents with achieving self- sufficiency. This effort is accomplished through goal setting, intervention, advocacy, and community collaboration. When entering the program, the residents meet with a Family Self Sufficiency (FSS) Program Coordinator to discuss their needs and to set goals. Residents can receive assistance with seeking employment, job training, and educational opportunities. Is the public housing agency designated as troubled under 24 CFR part 902? The Collier County Housing Authority is not designated as troubled and is considered a high performer. Plan to remove the ‘troubled’ designation Not applicable SP-55 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.215(h) Barriers to Affordable Housing The inventory of affordable housing in Collier County is not sufficient to meet the demand for affordable units. One of the primary challenges to creating and preserving affordable housing in Collier County is that household income is failing to keep up with rising housing costs. The local economy is focused on retail, hospitality, services, and agriculture; however, high housing costs have priced out much of the workforce needed for the county to function. Strategy to Remove or Ameliorate the Barriers to Affordable Housing Page 7614 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 146 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Collier County faces a burgeoning issue in trying to identify, quantify and qualify new and existing affordable housing units. With a wider range of housing options, Collier County would be better equipped to tackle the affordable housing problem. The effort requires comprehensive strategies and a variety of tools that can be used alone or in combination to reduce costs and increase availability. During this consolidated plan period, Collier County will continue to Review and Revise the Land Development Code which, if done well will make it easier to implement necessary changes to encourage housing affordability. The current Land Development Code (LDC) does not consistently support and encourage growth in already existing urbanized areas of the county (those areas generally west of Collier Parkway). Many of the LDC’s ordinances are geared toward large-scale, planned-unit developments (PUDs) on greenfield sites. Conversely, smaller-scale redevelopment and infill sites in already developed areas of the county are challenging to consolidate, may need to address adjacent uses and neighborhood concerns, and often require additional density to make them financially feasible. Collier County can also consider reducing parking standards to achieve affordability, permitting guest houses as accessory dwelling rental unit, encouraging smart-site infrastructure, and identify strategic opportunity sites. SP-60 Homelessness Strategy – 91.215(d) Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their individual needs Collier County, through its nonprofit partners, provides services for the homeless by allocating ESG funding. The network of services providers refers clients to one another for assistance on an ad hoc basis. They work to build trusting relationships with homeless persons living on the streets and in shelters as well as at-risk populations to remain stably housed. The subrecipients perform assessments for homeless persons and those at risk of homelessness to link them to shelter and other supportive services that are appropriate to meet their needs. All subrecipients funded through the County’s ESG will participate in coordinated entry. Additionally, the County also continues to provide funding for salaries and operating costs to shelters in the community including the Shelter for Abused Women and Children. The County also supports facility improvements at local emergency shelter locations. Collier County also participates in the Point in Time Count to identify the number of homeless persons in the County and to appropriately allocate funding to address homelessness and human trafficking victims. Addressing the emergency and transitional housing needs of homeless persons Collier County currently awards its ESG entitlement funds to subrecipients for the operation of emergency shelters, provision of hotel/motel vouchers, financial assistance through rapid re- housing to become stably housed and homeless prevention programs to serve individuals and families. Some emergency shelters and homeless prevention programs are designed to focus their services to the needs of specific populations such as families, victims of domestic violence, persons being evicted, and persons with severe mental health disorders or substance abuse histories. Page 7615 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 147 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) In response to the HEARTH Act and 24 CFR part 576, Collier County, in collaboration with its subrecipients are working together to prevent homelessness by helping families remain within their communities and retain their current permanent housing or diverting people to permanent housing solutions. The first step in this process was to streamline the intake of homeless families seeking emergency shelter. The improved coordination will result in more families being diverted away from homelessness and more families exiting homelessness and being rapidly re-housed in permanent housing. Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again. The County will continue to administer the Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) and oversee activities for homeless individuals and families. The County has identified rapid re-housing as a priority during the next Consolidated Plan period. Obtaining permanent housing for homeless individuals and families will shorten the length of time spent in emergency and transitional shelters. Collier County encourages collaboration with organizations to transition as many people as possible into permanent housing as quickly as possible. The County also supports the implementation of coordinated entry process to assess and direct the homeless and people with mental illness to appropriate housing and services. Some families or individuals may require only limited assistance for a short period of time, such as emergency food and shelter -- until a first paycheck is received or a medical emergency has passed. Others will require more comprehensive and long-term assistance, such as transitional housing with supportive services and job training. Due to limited resources, it is important for agencies to eliminate duplication of effort by local agencies, both in assessment procedures and in subsequent housing and supportive services. The Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) can be improved with common intake forms, shared data, effective assessment instruments and procedures, and on-going coordination of assistance among community organizations. Help low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely low- income individuals and families who are likely to become homeless after being discharged from a publicly funded institution or system of care, or who are receiving assistance from public and private agencies that address housing, health, social services, employment, education, or youth needs Diversion to housing and services outside of the traditional homeless services system is an integral part of helping families to avoid becoming homeless. Through a coordinated system, service providers will work with families to identify other housing options available for the household rather than accessing shelter through the homeless system. For example, family or friends that the client may be able to stay with while stabilizing their housing situation, which Page 7616 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 148 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) may be more beneficial for the household and simultaneously reserves homeless shelter resources for those with no other options. SP-65 Lead based paint Hazards – 91.215(i)y Actions to address LBP hazards and increase access to housing without LBP hazards Collier County will continue to implement countermeasures to reduce lead-based paint hazards by abating or removing lead-based paint hazards found in existing housing built prior to 1978. Collier County educates the public on the hazards of lead-based paint and educates parents about protecting their children. In response to lead-based paint hazards and the limited resources available, the County will plan a steady, long-term response in accordance with Federal lead- based paint standards, other applicable federal regulations, and local property standards. The County will identify houses with lead-based paint through the various housing programs undertaken by the County and will abate or remove lead hazards in high priority units. Government assisted housing rehabilitation projects will include the completion of a lead-based paint inspection according to HUD and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines. Policies and procedures for abatement of lead hazards have been established in Collier County, which include determining cost effectiveness for abatement and procedures for assessing, contracting, and inspecting post-abatement work. The policies and procedures also include preparing work write-ups and costs estimates for all income eligible persons in Collier County with identified lead-based paint hazards. How are the actions listed above related to the extent of lead poisoning and hazards? Lead poisoning is the leading environmental hazard to children, creating devastating and irreversible health problems. The leading cause of lead-based poisoning is exposure to dust from deteriorating paint in homes constructed before 1978. This is due to the high lead content used in paint during that period, and particularly in homes built before 1950. Pre-1978 housing occupied by lower income households with children offers particularly high risks of lead exposure due to the generally lower levels of home maintenance among lower income households. This is an important factor since it is not the lead paint itself that causes the hazards, but rather the deterioration of the paint that releases lead-contaminated dust and allows children to peel and eat lead-contaminated flakes. How are the actions listed above integrated into housing policies and procedures? Collier County policies and procedures call for full compliance with the lead-based paint regulations at 24 CFR Part 35. Contractors, subrecipients, and other community partners are advised of the lead-based paint regulations and the County works with them to ensure inspection, testing, and abatement of lead hazards wherever necessary. Additionally, the County distributes information and literature on lead hazards to households who may be at risk of exposure. Page 7617 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 149 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) SP-70 Anti-Poverty Strategy – 91.215(j) Jurisdiction Goals, Programs and Policies for reducing the number of Poverty-Level Families Collier County has a Business and Economic Division that provides help with business relocation and expansion. This Division has partnered with several local economic development agencies, including the Small Business Development Center, which helps with small business start-ups, Career Source of Southwest Florida to help with job training and employment services, and Naples Chamber of Commerce. The local community college provides additional classes and training related to small business development and implementation and job training programs. Life skills, employment, and job training activities are offered in areas with high concentrations of low-income residents including Immokalee, and there are two targeted CRAs in the Bayshore- Gateway Triangle Area and Immokalee. How are the Jurisdiction poverty reducing goals, programs, and policies coordinated with this affordable housing plan Some of the jurisdiction’s poverty reduction programs and the affordable housing programs detailed in this plan are managed by Collier County, allowing for strong coordination of program offerings, performance goals, and policies. SP-80 Monitoring – 91.230 Describe the standards and procedures that the jurisdiction will use to monitor activities carried out in furtherance of the plan and will use to ensure long-term compliance with requirements of the programs involved, including minority business outreach and the comprehensive planning requirements Subrecipients will receive information on federal and local regulations relating to their specific activity, along with an explanation as to how they apply to the project. Specific performance objectives will be outlined within each subrecipient agreement, giving measurable objectives for the eligible activity to be carried out. Each project is monitored on an ongoing basis and all preconstruction conferences are attended by division staff. Prior to any contracting, CHS staff reviews program requirements with prospective subrecipients, including emphasis on conflict of interest and special requirements for each subrecipient’s specific agreement. This process ensures subrecipients are fully aware of program requirements. Documentation submitted with reimbursement requests is reviewed for compliance with applicable regulations and measurable objectives prior to issuing funds. On-site monitoring of selected subrecipients is scheduled by the County and conducted by the CHS Grant Monitoring Team using an enhanced monitoring checklist. The Monitoring Team is typically composed of the Compliance Supervisor, the Project Grant Coordinator, the Monitoring Operations Analyst, and a Senior Accountant. This team is charged with providing a progress monitoring visit and evaluation and a second visit at final project closeout (the timing of which Page 7618 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 150 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) are subject to change based on current divisional policies). The specific number of monitoring visits each funded entity receives is based on a risk evaluation, but every project will have a closeout monitoring. Projects still under construction for more than a year are also monitored until the project is complete. Projects are reviewed to ensure all aspects of the activity are carried out in accordance with applicable regulations. After a monitoring visit, CHS sends a follow-up letter to the subrecipient stating the outcome of the monitoring. Where required by the monitoring outcome, Corrective Action Plans are developed and the subrecipient’s compliance with the Corrective Action Plan is reviewed until the plan is satisfied. After the Corrective Action Plan is satisfied and all monitoring findings are cleared, CHS closes out the monitoring with a letter to the subrecipient identifying future compliance requirements and reporting responsibilities. In addition to the above, any subrecipient determined to be in need of and/or requesting additional training on how to meet grantee and federal requirements receives technical assistance (TA) in the form deemed most appropriate to the circumstances. The County has developed written policies and procedures that are in place for all federal grant programs. CHS continues to monitor and assist subrecipients to become aware of and knowledgeable about all grant requirements. Additionally, CHS provides TA to achieve compliance with all federal requirements and holds a quarterly partnership meeting with each subrecipient to ensure successful project completion. Page 7619 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 151 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Expected Resources AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c)(1,2) Introduction Collier County Entitlement grant resources totaling $4,567,555.47 are anticipated for the FY2021 to meet underserved needs, foster decent affordable housing, develop institutional structure, and enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies. Along with the County’s 2021 annual CDBG, HOME, and ESG allocations, this figure includes $134,787.17 in prior year CDBG funds and $666,127.30 in prior year HOME funds that will be reprogrammed for use this year. Additionally, this figure includes an estimated $29,000 in CDBG program income and $31,571 in HOME program income. In the prior program year, the County received CDBG-CV and ESG-CV funds to assist eligible individuals and families facing hardships due to the COVID-19 pandemic. CDBG-CV funds were allocated towards economic development activities such as small business loans to assist businesses that have been negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. CDBG-CV funds were also allocated to the purchase of medical equipment such as personal protective equipment and testing. ESG-CV funds were utilized for expanded rapid re-housing and homeless prevention activities. The County continues to assess the effectiveness of these allocated funds and will work to ensure that the funds are utilized to optimal efficiency. Additional resources available to Collier County in this program year include State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) funding of approximately $2,500,000 which is used for a wide range of rehabilitation, rental housing, and homeownership assistance. Page 7620 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 152 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Anticipated Resources Program Source of Funds Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Amount Available Remainder of Con Plan $ Narrative Description Annual Allocation: $ Program Income: $ Prior Year Resources: $ Total: $ CDBG Public – Federal - Public services - Infrastructure and facility improvements - Housing - Economic Development - Administration - Fair Housing $2,744,274 $29,000 $134,787.17 $2,908,061.17 $11,093,096 Anticipated Year 1 funding will include entitlement grant funds, program income, and prior year unallocated funds HOME Public – Federal - Homebuyer assistance - Rental or homeowner rehab - Rental or homeownership new construction - Acquisition - Tenant-based rental assistance - Administration $753,000 $31,571 $666,127.30 $1,450,698.30 $3,138,284 Anticipated Year 1 funding will include entitlement grant funds, program income, and prior year unallocated funds ESG Public – Federal - Shelter Operations - Rapid Re-Housing - Homelessness Prevention - HMIS - Administration $217,796 $0 $0 $217,796.00 $871,184.00 Anticipated Year 1 funding will include entitlement grant funds Table 52 - Expected Resources – Priority Table Page 7621 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 153 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state, and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied. Projects selected for funding by Collier County leverage additional community resources, including public and private agency funds. Although the CDBG program does not require a match from non-federal sources, monies dedicated to infrastructure improvements capitalize on ongoing revitalization efforts by the Bayshore and Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agencies (CRAs). Facility improvements for nonprofit organizations enhance their ability to provide services to their clients or residents. Public service funds are granted to agencies with additional public and/or private funding streams that provide a variety of services in addition to those supported by CDBG funds. For example, several nonprofits receive state funds through the Department of Children and Families to support CDBG-funded programs. In recent years, subrecipients also had large private donors who made cash donations. Both the HOME and ESG programs have matching funds requirements. The HOME program match will be provided from organizations that receive HOME funding during FY2021 in in-kind contributions and other non-federal sources to fund the operations supporting the HOME funded program. The County may also satisfy the HOME match through the State Housing Initiative Program (SHIP). The ESG program requires the County provide a 1:1 match. The County plans to fund the Shelter for Abused Women and Children and the subrecipient will provide match through payment of costs associated with shelter operations such as program staff salaries. NAMI’s rapid re-housing and the HMIS activity will also provide required match. Additionally, the County pays the salaries of County staff to contribute to match requirements form HUD. Page 7622 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 154 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan Florida Statues Section 125.379, Disposition of County property for affordable housing, requires that counties create an inventory of real property with fee simple title appropriate for affordable housing. Collier County maintains the inventory of County-owned surplus land through its Real Property Division. Locally, the disposition of surplus land is governed by Resolution 2007-172 and Resolution 2010-123, which direct the County to sell the land and use the proceeds to increase financial resources set-aside for affordable housing. The County identified two publicly owned parcels suitable for new housing construction and released an RFP for their sale and development in fall 2018. One parcel, known as Bembridge, released an Invitation to Negotiate for the development of affordable housing in spring 2019. The Bembridge property developer will receive Florida Housing Finance Authority funding to construct 82 new rental units in 2021. The project has completed all zoning activities required for construction to begin. The project is expected to commence in late 2021. In 2019, the County acquired 60+ acres in Golden Gate City. As part of this acquisition the County has obligated 40ac to affordable housing. In 2020 the County released an RFP, and a nonprofit developer was selected. This project includes a 10M private donation to support the project. The County will contribute the land to project. In addition, the County Board of Commissioners recently adopted Resolution 2018-39, which encourages the co-location of housing and public facilities when the County acquires future property. Page 7623 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 155 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives Goal Descriptions • Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Housing for Homeownership – Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable housing for homeownership. • Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing – Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable housing for rental housing. • Tenant Based Rental Assistance – Funds will be used to provide rental subsidies to low-income persons, elderly, frail elderly, disabled, and veterans. • Support Emergency Shelter and Services for the Homeless – Funds will be used to provide emergency shelter services and permanent housing for homeless persons. • HMIS Support – Funds will be used to collect client-level data and data on the provision of housing and services to homeless individuals and families and persons at risk of homelessness. • Provide Homelessness Prevention - Funds will be used to provide permanent housing to prevent persons from becoming homeless. Page 7624 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 156 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Goals Summary Information Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 1 CDBG Administration & Planning 2021 2022 Other Countywide Provide Administration & Planning CDBG: $554,654 ESG: $16,334.70 HOME: $78,295.30 Other: Planning & Administration: CDBG: 1; HOME: 1; ESG: 1 2 Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing 2021 2022 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability CDBG: $500,000 Rental Units constructed: 80 3 Improve Public Infrastructure 2021 2022 Non-Housing Community Development Countywide Public Infrastructure Improvements CDBG: $183,676 Public facility or infrastructure activities other than low/moderate- income housing benefit: 1,125 4 Improve Public and Other Facilities 2021 2022 Non- Housing Community Development Countywide Public Facilities CDBG: $248,380.00 Public facility or infrastructure activities other than low/moderate- income housing benefit: 180 5 Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing 2021 2022 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability CDBG: $1,079,000.00 HOME: $400,000.00 Rental Units Rehabilitated: 52 Rental Units Acquired: 1 Page 7625 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 157 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 6 Provide Public Services 2021 2022 Community Development Countywide Public Services CDBG: $348,351.17 Public service activities for other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 260 7 Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Housing for Homeownership 2021 2022 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability HOME: $872,403 Homeowner Housing Added: 8 8 Support Emergency Shelter and Services for the Homeless 2021 2022 Homeless Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $100,000.00 Homeless Person Overnight Shelter: 120 9 HMIS Support 2021 2022 Other Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $40,000 Other: HMIS support 3 10 Provide Homelessness Prevention 2021 2022 Homeless Special Needs Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $61,461.30 Homelessness Prevention: TBD 11 Tenant Based Rental Assistance 2021 2022 Affordable Housing Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention HOME $100,000 Tenant-based Rental Assistance/ Rapid Rehousing: 4 Table 53 – Goals Summary Page 7626 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 158 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Projects AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d) Introduction For FY 2021-2022, Collier County will fund a total of 12 projects under the CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs, identified below with additional details provided in Section AP-38. Please note that funding levels and goal outcome indicators are estimates for planning purposes. Payments to subrecipients for individual projects and/or activities are not contingent on meeting annual outcome indicators shown below. Subrecipient award amounts may not match those in the applications submitted to the County, as not all projects were funded at requested levels. Recommended activities are eventually finalized in a legal agreement approved by the Board of County Commissioners and the subrecipients. The agreement is considered to contain the final activity description including funding levels, scope elements, deliverables and beneficiaries and supersedes any prior information such as the application or this action plan. CDBG projects include public services, public facility, and public infrastructure improvements. Under the HOME program, the County will fund, acquisition, and/or rehabilitation of affordable housing and a tenant-based rental assistance program. ESG activities include emergency shelter operations support and administration. The administrative costs of the CDBG, HOME, and ESG projects are also included as projects and represent 20%, 10%, and 7.5% of annual allocations, respectively. In the event that any of the activities identified in the project list and descriptions do not perform as anticipated and grant funds are returned, or in the event that additional funds become available, the County reserves the right to reprogram those funds for use in a TBRA, Down Payment and Closing Cost Assistance program for low- and moderate-income households. Page 7627 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 159 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Projects # Project Name 1 CDBG Collier County CDBG Administration & Planning 2 CDBG Casa San Juan Diego - National Development 3 CDBG Sunrise Group 4 CDBG Collier County Housing Authority – HVAC Installation 5 CDBG Collier County Housing Authority – Rental Acquisition 6 CDBG Shelter for Abused Women & Children 7 CDBG City of Naples 8 CDBG Sunrise Group 9 CDBG Legal Aid 10 CDBG Project HELP 11 HOME Habitat for Humanity 12 HOME Collier County HOME Administration & Planning 13 HOME Wounded Warrior Project 14 ESG Shelter for Abused Women 15 ESG Collier County ESG Administration & Planning Table 54 – Project Information Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs. The County has pursued a variety of strategies to impact the identified needs of the community, the primary obstacle to meeting the underserved needs is the lack of sufficient financial resources. Annually several project proposals may be unfunded or receive only partial funding due to lack of available resources. Allocation priorities for the FY 2021-2022 Action Plan are consistent with those outlined in the Strategic Plan portion of the County’s 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan. The priorities were identified through a review of market conditions as well as a needs assessment that analyzed affordable housing, special need housing, homeless, and non-housing community development needs in Collier County. Substantial participation by residents, local and regional organizations, and other stakeholders also informed these priorities. The Consolidated Plan and the Needs Assessment conducted as part of the Consolidated Planning process identified affordable for-sale and rental housing as a top need in Collier County. Housing affordability was the most common issue identified by interviewees and community meeting participants throughout the county, including in Naples and Immokalee. Further, according to Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) data, about 19% of all households in the county spend more than 30% of their income on housing. For low- and moderate-income households, about 75% of renters and 65% of owners spend over 30% of income on housing. Page 7628 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 160 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) The County made its funding decisions for this Action Plan based on need, geographic priorities, and opportunities to work with subrecipients and other partners that contribute additional resources to leverage federal funds. The main obstacle to addressing underserved needs is the shortage of financial resources to address Collier County’s priorities. In the event of natural disasters, pandemics, and other worldwide crisis events (natural or manmade), the County may substantially amend the projects in this Plan to meet the immediate needs of the community. It is the responsibility of the County to plan ahead and be disaster prepared. For example, in the event of hurricanes the County may reprioritize from normal activities to focus on infrastructure and facilities improvements, or increase public services, where allowable, in the case of a pandemic or other natural disaster. Under the State SHIP program, the county has an existing Disaster Assistance Strategy that goes into effect when a disaster declaration has been declared by the President or the Governor. Collier County will also take advantage of federal waivers that may be issued from time to time in the event of declared disasters. In April 2020, the County identified HUD CDBG, ESG and HOME waivers that it was electing to use in addressing the Coronavirus pandemic. Collier County will continue to take advantage of all appropriate CDBG, ESG and HOME waivers as they become available Page 7629 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 161 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-38 Project Summary Project Summary Information No. Project Goals Supported Geographic Areas Needs Addressed Funding 1 Collier County CDBG Administration & Planning CDBG Planning and Administration Countywide CDBG Planning & Administration CDBG: $548,854.00 Description CDBG Program Administration & Planning Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) 1 Location Description activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) County Wide Planned Activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) CDBG funds will be used for administrative and planning activities. 2 Casa San Juan Diego - National Development Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing Countywide Housing Affordability CDBG: $500,000.00 Description Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds to support the development of 80 affordable housing rental units in Immokalee Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Page 7630 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 162 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 80 low-mod households (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) County Wide Planned Activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Phase 1: Preliminary engineering, architectural design & permitting. 3 Sunrise Group Public Facility Improvement Countywide Public Facility Improvement CDBG: $56,369.76 Description Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for facility improvements. The County will allocate prior year CDBG funding. Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 60 individuals with disabilities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Countywide Planned Activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Public Facility Improvements Page 7631 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 163 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 4 Collier County Housing Authority Affordable Housing: HVAC Installation Countywide Housing Affordability CDBG: $500,000.00 Description Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for public facility improvements: HVAC Installation Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) 50 households Location Description (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Countywide Planned Activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for support affordable housing: HVAC Installation 5 Collier County Housing Authority Rental Acquisition Countywide Affordable Housing CDBG: $579,000.00 Description Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for rental acquisition for low-income households Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) 2 households Location Description (additional information for this discussion may be Countywide Page 7632 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 164 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Planned Activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for rental acquisition for low-income households 6 Shelter for Abused Women & Children Public Facility Improvement Countywide Public Facility Improvement CDBG: $51,223.07 Description Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for security enhancement. The County will allocate prior year funding. Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) 120 victims of domestic violence (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Countywide Planned Activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Security Enhancement 7 City of Naples Infrastructure & Improvement Countywide Public Facility CDBG: $183,676.00 Page 7633 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 165 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Description Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for streetlight replacement in Census Tract 0007.00. The County will allocate prior year funding. Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) 1125 low-mod income persons. Location Description (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) City of Naples Planned Activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for streetlight replacement in low-income areas 8 Sunrise Group Public Services Countywide Public Services CDBG: $98,000.00 Description Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for transportation. Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 60 persons with disabilities Location Description (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Countywide Planned Activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for transportation of disabled persons. Page 7634 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 166 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 9 Legal Aid Public Services Countywide Public Services CDBG: $158,351.17 Description Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for services to victims Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 100 Victims Served (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description Countywide (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Planned Activities Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for legal services to victims. (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) 10 Project HELP Public Services Countywide Public Services CDBG: $92,000.00 Description Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for a mobile forensic unit. Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 80 Persons Served (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description Countywide (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Page 7635 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 167 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Planned Activities Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for a mobile forensic unit for victims of violence and trafficking (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) 11 Habitat for Humanity Affordable Housing Countywide Affordable Housing HOME: $306,275.70 Description Subrecipient will utilize HOME funds to acquire scattered sites for new construction. The County will allocate $566,127.30 in 2019 and 2020 prior year funding. Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 8 units (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description Countywide (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Planned Activities Subrecipient will utilize HOME funds to acquire scattered sites for new construction. (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) 13 Wounded Warriors Affordable Housing Countywide Affordable Housing HOME: $400,000.00 Description Subrecipient will utilize HOME funds to fund veteran housing. Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 1 household Page 7636 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 168 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description Countywide (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Planned Activities Subrecipient will utilize HOME funds to acquire rental housing (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) 14 Collier County HOME Administration & Planning HOME Planning and Administration Countywide HOME Planning and Administration HOME: $46,724.30 Description HOME Planning and Administration Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 1 (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description Countywide (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Planned Activities HOME Planning and Administration (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) 15 Shelter for Abused Women Emergency Shelter Countywide Emergency Shelter ESG: $100,000.00 Page 7637 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 169 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Description Subrecipient will utilize ESG funds for emergency shelter operations Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 120 victims of domestic violence (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description Countywide (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Planned Activities Subrecipient will utilize ESG funds for emergency operations (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) 16 Collier County ESG Administration & Planning ESG Administration & Planning Countywide ESG Administration & Planning ESG: $16,335.70 Description ESG Administration & Planning Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 1 (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description Countywide (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Planned Activities ESG Administration & Planning Page 7638 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 170 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) 17 ESG Uncommitted HMIS/Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-housing Countywide HMIS/Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re- housing ESG: $101,460.30 Description HMIS/Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-housing Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities TBD (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description Countywide (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Planned Activities HMIS/Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-housing (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Page 7639 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 171 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-50 Geographic Distribution – 91.220(f) Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and minority concentration) where assistance will be directed. Collier County is an urban county that relies on widely accepted data such as American Community Survey (ACS), HUD low and moderate-income summary data, and Federal Financial Institutions Examinations Council (FFIEC) data to determine areas throughout the community with concentrations of low and moderate-income communities. Program resources are allocated County-wide based on low-mod areas which often coincide with areas of minority concentration. Over the next year, the County intends to utilize CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds in unincorporated parts of the County and the City of Naples. Marco Island, an incorporated city within the County, opted out of participation in 2012. Over the next program year, the County anticipates spending 96% of its CDBG funds and in Immokalee HVAC improvements to rental housing and infrastructure development and 4% in Naples undertaking , street light replacement, Countywide project include rental acquisitions, shelter security enhancements, transportation services, victim services, acquisition of affordable housing and veteran housing. Geographic Distribution Target Area Percentage of Funds City of Naples 4% Immokalee 18% Collier County- Countywide 78% Table 55 - Geographic Distribution Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically. Collier County targets resources in low-moderate income census block groups to meet regulatory requirements for CDBG grant funds and to target areas with the highest level of needs. Maps provided show Collier County block groups where 51% or more of the population have incomes at or below 80% of the area median income. These areas are considered “target areas” for use of HUD grant funds for area improvements, such as public infrastructure or facility improvements. HUD funds may also be spent outside of these targeted areas, as long as they provide services, improvements, affordable housing, or other benefits for low- and moderate-income households or special needs populations. The following map depict the low- and moderate-income block groups within Collier County. The low-income block groups identified in the map below will generally be prioritized for allocation of Consolidated Plan resources, however, individual low- and moderate-income persons residing anywhere in Collier County may be eligible beneficiaries of CDBG funds. The 2017 Tax Cut and Jobs Act established the Opportunity Zone program. Opportunity zones are low- income census tracts nominated by the Governor of the state to spur private investment for economic Page 7640 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 172 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) development and job creation in the designated tracts. Collier County has five census tracts that are certified by the State as Opportunity Zones (census tracts 104.11, 108.02, 112.05, 113.01, and 114). HUD encouraged grantees to consider using their CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds for eligible activities in Opportunity Zones in CPD-19-01: Guidance on Submitting Consolidated Plans and Annual Action Plans. The County's Opportunity Zones overlap with census tracts within two of the CDBG target areas. For FY 2020-2021, the County anticipates funding two public facility projects in these census tract target areas. As the Opportunity Zone program regulations are finalized, the County will explore how the CPD funds can be used to leverage Opportunity Zone funding to these areas. Source: HUD CPD Mapping Tool, https://egis.hud.gov/cpdmaps/ Affordable Housing AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g) Introduction Collier County partners with the Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA) and several non-profit agencies to assist in projects designed to provide affordable rental and homeowner housing, Page 7641 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 173 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) including assistance to people with disabilities and homeless individuals and families. The special needs population will be served through grants to local service providers. The homeless population will be served through assistance grants to local service providers. To address these needs, the County will use HOME, ESG, and CDBG funds to support the development of new affordable units and the rehabilitation of existing units. One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported Homeless 120 Non-Homeless 25 Special-Needs 3 Total 150 Table 56 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through Rental Assistance 0 The Production of New Units 4 Rehab of Existing Units 50 Acquisition of Existing Units 3 Total 57 Table 57 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type Discussion: Rent Reasonableness allows Collier County to provide housing for units up to 10% over the Fair Market Rent rate. AP-60 Public Housing – 91.220(h) Introduction The Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA) is an independent authority established under state law, is separate from the general control of the County, and operates no HUD-funded public housing units. The Collier County Housing Authority is not required by a Section 504 Voluntary Compliance Agreement to increase the number of accessible units. The CCHA owns and manages Page 7642 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 174 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) public housing developments, including low-income and farm labor housing at Farm Worker Village, farm labor housing at Collier Village, a 192-bed dormitory called Horizon Village, and some scattered site housing. Farm Worker Village is a multi-family low-income and farm labor housing development in Immokalee built under the USDA 514/516 Program. The development includes 176 total acres with 591 housing units, ranging from single-family homes to duplexes and quadraplexes. Farm Worker Village has a main office, convenience store, laundromat, community center, playground, and two daycare centers. Horizon Village offers 192 beds for unaccompanied migrants and seasonal farmworkers in dormitory- style efficiency units, each with space for 8 people, a common kitchen area with appliances, and two bathrooms. A meeting room is available to provide social and educational programs. The Housing Authority also administers approximately 440 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. Unlike most public housing authorities, CCHA has no HUD-funded public housing units. Their primary funding is from USDA. Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing. The CCHA has also applied for rehabilitation grant through the Collier County Community and Human Services Division to rehab older units located at Farmworker Village. This project will provide HVAC to 50 units. In 2019-2020, CCHA received a HOME grant to rehabilitate 52 units at Farm Worker village. In addition, CCHA has been awarded funds for the acquisition of rental property to support 2 households during this grant cycle. Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and participate in homeownership. The CCHA also sponsors and supports self-sufficiency programs focused at helping their residents improve their economic situation and quality of living. The programs, ROSS and FSS, are voluntary self-sufficiency programs that provide participating families the opportunity to identify needs, improve skill sets, and work towards life goals, economic independence, and housing self- sufficiency programs provide families with: • A plan specifically tailored to their family or individual goals. • A link to community organizations geared towards education, job training and placement programs, computer and financial literacy, and increased self-sufficiency. • An advocate and supporter to help residents work through barriers preventing self- sufficiency. If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will be provided or other assistance. The Collier County Housing Authority is not designated as troubled and is considered a high performer. Page 7643 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 175 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities – 91.220(i) Introduction Collier County’s 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan identifies increasing housing options for homeless and at risk of homelessness as a strategic priority. Long-term objectives include supporting emergency housing and supportive services, and the implementation of a coordinated entry system. The 2021 ESG allocation will fund emergency shelter and prevention services that are projected to assist homeless and at-risk of homeless beneficiaries. The identified projects target homeless individuals and families who lack the resources to independently regain stable housing. Programs are designed to connect clients with the services necessary to ensure they move from emergency shelter to transitional or permanent housing. Describe the jurisdictions one-year goals and actions for reducing and ending homelessness including Collier County will utilize Emergency Solutions Grants funding for Emergency Shelter, Homelessness Prevention, Rapid Re-Housing, HMIS administration, and ESG program administration. Funding for these programs is projected to benefit homeless persons and those at risk of homelessness. Projects selected for funding are designed to help shorten the period the client experiences homelessness, improve their ability to secure stable housing, and prevent recurrent homeless episodes. Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their individual needs Collier County funds subrecipients that administer homelessness projects under the ESG program. They work to build trusting relationships with homeless persons living on the streets and in shelters as well as at-risk populations to remain stably housed. The subrecipients perform assessments for homeless persons and those at risk of homelessness to link them to shelter and other supportive services that are appropriate to meet their needs. All subrecipients funded through Collier County ESG will participate in coordinated entry. These organizations provide emergency shelter, rental and utility assistance, food and clothing, and other homeless services to individuals, families with children, veterans, unaccompanied youth, and including persons with HIV. Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons Collier County currently awards its ESG entitlement funds to subrecipients for the operation of emergency shelters, financial assistance through rapid re-housing to become stably housed, and homeless prevention programs to serve individuals and families. Some emergency shelters and homeless prevention programs are designed to focus their services to the needs of specific populations such as families, victims of domestic violence, human trafficking victims, persons Page 7644 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 176 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) being evicted, and persons with severe mental health disorders or substance abuse histories. In response to the HEARTH Act and 24 CFR part 576, Collier County, in collaboration with its subrecipients are working together to prevent homelessness by helping families remain within their communities and retain their current permanent housing or diverting people to permanent housing solutions. The first step in this process was to streamline the intake of homeless families seeking emergency shelter. The improved coordination will result in more families being diverted away from homelessness and more families exiting homelessness and being rapidly re-housed in permanent housing. Other than the funds available through this process, emergency shelter and transitional housing needs may be addressed through grant funding opportunities, such as the competitive Continuum of Care process, or through other state or local funding streams. Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again The County will continue to administer the Emergency Solutions Grants Program and oversee activities for homeless individuals and families. The County has identified rapid re-housing as a priority during the next Consolidated Plan period. Obtaining permanent housing for homeless individuals and families will shorten the length of time spent in emergency and transitional shelters. Collier County encourages collaboration with organizations to transition as many people as possible into permanent housing as quickly as possible. Some families or individuals may require only limited assistance for a short period of time, such as emergency food and shelter -- until a first paycheck is received or a medical emergency has passed. Others, however, will require more comprehensive and long-term assistance, such as transitional housing with supportive services and job training. Due to limited resources, it is important for agencies to eliminate duplication of effort by local agencies, both in intake and assessment procedures, and in subsequent housing and supportive services. The Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) can be improved with common intake forms, shared data, effective assessment instruments and procedures, and on-going coordination of assistance among community organizations. Helping low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely low-income individuals and families and those who are: being discharged from publicly funded institutions and systems of care (such as health care facilities, mental health facilities, foster care and other youth facilities, and corrections programs and institutions); or, receiving assistance from public or private agencies that address housing, health, social services, employment, education, or youth needs Collier County will continue to operate its rental assistance program in 2021-2022 to assist families and individuals to avoid becoming homeless. This program seeks to prevent Page 7645 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 177 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) homelessness by providing up to a year of short-term rental assistance (including up to 6 months of rental arrearage), rental security deposits and last month’s rent, and/or costs such as rental application fees and utilities. AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j) Introduction: The inventory of affordable housing in Collier County is not sufficient to meet the demand for affordable units. One of the primary challenges to creating and preserving affordable housing in Collier County is that household income is failing to keep up with rising housing costs. The local economy is focused on retail, hospitality, services, and agriculture; however, high housing costs have priced out much of the workforce needed for the county to function. Actions it planned to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the return on residential investment Collier County faces a burgeoning issue in trying to identify, quantify and qualify new and existing affordable housing units. With a wider range of housing options, Collier County would be better equipped to tackle the affordable housing problem. The effort requires comprehensive strategies and a variety of tools that can be used alone or in combination to reduce costs and increase availability. During this consolidated plan period, Collier County will continue to Review and Revise the Land Development Code which, if done well will make it easier to implement necessary changes to encourage housing affordability. The current Land Development Code (LDC) does not consistently support and encourage growth in already existing urbanized areas of the county (those areas generally west of Collier Parkway). Many of the LDC’s ordinances are geared toward large-scale, planned-unit developments (PUDs) on greenfield sites. Conversely, smaller-scale redevelopment and infill sites in already developed areas of the county are challenging to consolidate, may need to address adjacent uses and neighborhood concerns, and often require additional density to make them financially feasible. Collier County can also consider reducing parking standards to achieve affordability, permitting guest houses as accessory dwelling rental unit, encouraging smart-site infrastructure, and identify strategic opportunity sites. AP-85 Other Actions – 91.220(k) Introduction: In addition to the programs and activities described on the prior sections of this plan, the County and its subrecipients intend to undertake a number of other actions to address housing needs and problems in Collier County. These include efforts to reduce the hazards of lead-based paint in housing; efforts to improve the physical condition and management of public housing, promote greater resident involvement in public housing management and create opportunities Page 7646 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 178 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) for homeownership by public housing residents; and modify or mitigate the impact of any public policies which act as barriers to public housing, improvements to the institutional delivery structure to address any gaps or weaknesses identified in the Consolidated Plan. Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs Collier County will collaborate with community leaders, stakeholders, and local non-profit agencies to help remove obstacles to better meet the needs of the underserved population and improve service delivery. The County will coordinate the work of non The County relies on agencies on nonprofit agencies to provide social services, disseminate news and information, and spearhead community-wide solutions to local needs. Collier County will also support the expansion of HMIS technology beyond homeless service providers as a way to link the various categories of services provided by our partner non-profit organizations and standardize performance measures. The County will also review and analyze the work of its various departments and divisions to find opportunities for collaboration between similar programs. Program staff will also ensure that all fair housing education materials are current and compliant with the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Final Rule. Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing. Collier County will actively work to address the need for more decent and affordable housing by continuing to prioritize the investment of funds into all its housing programs. In the interest of preserving affordable housing, the County will continue to support the use of HOME program funds for activities such as: down-payment assistance, land acquisition, TBRA, and single/multifamily acquisitions and rehabilitation. Additionally, the County will continue to utilize CDBG program funds to rehabilitate owner-occupied homes. To promote fair housing choice, the County will encourage and support fair housing rights for all and provide program funds to conduct outreach and education regarding the Fair Housing Law act of 1968. Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards. Collier County will continue to implement countermeasures to reduce lead-based paint hazards by abating or removing lead-based paint hazards found in existing housing built prior to 1978. Individuals who reside in properties built prior to 1978 and receive assistance through CDBG, ESG, or HOME grant programs are required to be inspected for lead-based paint hazards. These inspections are completed by a HUD Certified Inspector in accordance with HUD and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines. Collier County educates the public on the hazards of lead-based paint and how to protect children and the elderly. In response to lead- based paint hazards and the limited resources available, the County has planned a steady, long- term response in accordance with Federal lead-based paint standards, other applicable federal regulations, and local property standards. Policies and procedures for abatement of lead hazards have been established in Collier County, which include determining cost effectiveness for abatement and procedures for assessing, contracting, and inspecting post-abatement work. The policies and procedures also include preparing work write-ups and costs estimates for all income eligible persons in Collier County with identified lead-based paint hazards. Page 7647 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 179 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families Collier County will continue to increase its efforts to implement anti-poverty strategies for the citizens of Collier. The County will strive to increase its efforts in assisting homeowners and renters with housing rehabilitation and renovation of affordable housing to decrease the financial burden on low-to-moderate-income persons. The County will employ the following strategies to reduce the number of poverty-level families: 1. Support the collaborative efforts of the service providers in Collier County to attract new business and industry to Collier. 2. Support the efforts of the Chamber of Commerce to target certain segments of the economy for business development/job creation. 3. Encourage nonprofit organizations to expand housing development programs to incorporate job-training opportunities as a part of their operations. 4. Promote the use of referral services for the existing Human Service Centers which involves a partnership with many human service agencies, including job referrals. 5. Provide assistance to the County’s CHDO to acquire and construct affordable rental housing for low/moderate income persons. 6. Participate in the development of a regional social service collaborative to coordinate the work of social service organizations, disseminate news and information, eliminate duplication of efforts, and spearhead community-wide solutions to local needs. 7. Use enhanced accomplishment data as a criterion in the evaluation of applications for ESG funding. 8. Support any expansion of local transit service and/or for express transit service. Through the initiatives described above, and in cooperation with the agencies and nonprofit organizations noted, the Community and Human Services Department will continue to assist low and moderate-income persons of Collier County over the next five years. Actions planned to develop institutional structure The Community and Human Services Department administers, plans, and manages all facets of the HUD grants for Collier County to ensure that all aspects of the grant programs perform in a concerted manner. The department will work as the housing and community development liaison between the county, local public housing, participating cities, state agencies, and non-profit and community-based organizations. Collier County recognizes the need to maintain a high level of coordination on projects involving other departments and/or non-profit organizations. This collaboration guarantees an efficient use of resources with maximum output in the form of accomplishments. Page 7648 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 180 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies The County will work to foster collaboration through dissemination of services, news, and information across social service organizations, subcontractors, and public and private entities. One way the County will accomplish this is through subrecipient meetings that bring together affordable housing developers and social service agencies. Additionally, the countywide Affordable Housing Plan over the next year will require input from and coordination of both housing providers and social service agencies. The County will encourage community-based solutions and regional partnerships and will continue to support and participate in the CoC, whose membership includes both affordable housing and social service agencies. Page 7649 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 181 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Program Specific Requirements AP-90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l)(1,2,4) Introduction: Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(1) Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in projects to be carried out. 1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed. $29,000 2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan $0 3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements $0 4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not been included in a prior statement or plan. $0 5. The amount of income from float-funded activities $0 Total Program Income $0 Other CDBG Requirements Page 7650 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 182 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 1. The amount of urgent need activities $0 2. The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that benefit persons of low and moderate income. Overall Benefit - A consecutive period of one, two or three years may be used to determine that a minimum overall benefit of 70% of CDBG funds is used to benefit persons of low and moderate income. Specify the years covered that include this Annual Action Plan. 80% HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(2) 1. A description of other forms of investment being used beyond those identified in Section 92.205 is as follows: Collier County does not use other forms of investment. 2. A description of the guidelines that will be used for resale or recapture of HOME funds when used for homebuyer activities as required in 92.254, is as follows: The County’s Recapture Provisions permit the original homebuyer to sell the property to any willing buyer, at any price the market will bear, during the period of affordability while the County is able to recapture all, or a portion of the HOME-assistance provided to the original homebuyer. Collier County utilizes a recapture policy in compliance of 24 CFR 92.254. The affordability period is determined based upon the amount of HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds invested into an individual project. HOME Regulations set three minimum tiers of affordability periods. When a homeowner chooses to sell or use the property for non-eligible HOME Program activities during the Period of Affordability, the full amount of the HOME Program Direct Subsidy shall be recaptured and repaid to Collier County provided that net proceeds are sufficient. If net proceeds are insufficient to repay the total HOME investment due, only the actual net proceeds will be recaptured. In the event that net proceeds are zero (as is usually the case with foreclosure), the recapture provision still applies. Recaptured funds shall be returned to the Collier County to reinvest in other affordable housing projects for low- to Page 7651 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 183 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) moderate-income persons. The County’s Resale Provisions shall ensure that, when a HOME-assisted homebuyer sells or otherwise transfers his or her property, either voluntarily or involuntarily, during the affordability period: 1) The property is sold to another low-income homebuyer who will use the property as his or her principal residence. 2) The original homebuyer receives a fair return on investment, (i.e., the homebuyer’s down payment plus capital improvements made to the house); and 3) The property is sold at a price that is “affordable for a reasonable range of low-income buyers.” The County’s Recapture and Resale Provisions are included in full in the Appendix. 3. A description of the guidelines for resale or recapture that ensures the affordability of units acquired with HOME funds? See 24 CFR 92.254(a)(4) are as follows: Development Subsidy – a development subsidy is defined as financial assistance provided by the County to offset the difference between the total cost of producing a housing unit and the fair market value of the unit. When provided independently and absent any additional subsidy that could be classified a direct subsidy, development subsidy triggers resale. Direct Subsidy – a direct subsidy is defined as financial assistance provided by the County that reduces the purchase price for a homebuyer below market value or otherwise subsidizes the homebuyer [i.e., down-payment loan, purchase financing, assistance to CHDO to develop and sell unit below market or closing cost assistance]. A direct subsidy triggers recapture. Net Proceeds – the sales price minus superior loan repayment (other than HOME funds) and any closing costs. The County’s Recapture and Resale Provisions are included in full in the Appendix. 4. Plans for using HOME funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily housing that is rehabilitated with HOME funds along with a description of the refinancing guidelines required that will be used under 24 CFR 92.206(b), are as follows: Not applicable. Collier County has no plans to use HOME funds to refinance existing debt Page 7652 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 184 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) secured by multifamily housing rehabilitated with HOME funds. Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Reference 91.220(l)(4) a) Include written standards for providing ESG assistance (may include as attachment) Collier County’s ESG Policy and Procedures Manual is attached as an appendix to this Plan. b) If the Continuum of Care has established centralized or coordinated assessment system that meets HUD requirements, describe that centralized or coordinated assessment system. Coordinated Entry is a streamlined system designed to efficiently match people experiencing homelessness or those at-risk of homelessness to available housing, shelter, and services. It prioritizes those who are most in need of assistance and provides crucial information that helps the Continuum of Care strategically allocate resources. Anyone seeking homelessness or homelessness prevention services in Collier County will complete a coordinated entry assessment which is subsequently evaluated for services. c) Identify the process for making sub-awards and describe how the ESG allocation available to private nonprofit organizations (including community and faith-based organizations). The County provides a competitive process for awarding all entitlement funding. This is widely advertised formally, via email, and at partnership meetings. A review and ranking committee reviews applications for merit and compliance. The CoC is provided an opportunity to support or not support an application. Eventually, the recommended awardees are noted in the Annual Action Plan. All public comment requirements are followed. The Annual Action Plan is presented to the Board of County Commissioners for approval, and then to HUD. The process is as follows: 1. Identification of community development issues, needs, and concerns through community meetings and citizen input. 2. Formulation of community development goals and preliminary strategies, i.e., staff and citizens. 3. Dissemination of Grant Funds information to agencies and individuals 4. Submission of Project applications; and 5. Project Selection: Review of project applications by review committee ii. Present recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners, Public Hearing and Final Selection sent to HUD d) If the jurisdiction is unable to meet the homeless participation requirement in 24 CFR 576.405(a), the jurisdiction must specify its plan for reaching out to and consulting with homeless or formerly homeless individuals in considering policies and funding decisions regarding facilities and services funded under ESG. Collier County meets the homeless participation requirement found in 24 CFR 576.405(a) Page 7653 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 185 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) through the Continuum of Care, which is led by the Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition. The CoC comments on funding applications and considers policies regarding homeless facilities and services. Other organizations representing the homeless provided input for the Consolidated Planning process, and a focus group was held at the Shelter for Abused Women and Children to gather input about housing and community development priorities. The County will continue to secure consultation with homeless or formerly homeless individuals, along with local organizations that represent and provide services to the homeless. e) Describe performance standards for evaluating ESG. Performance standards provide a measure for Collier County to evaluate the effectiveness of each ESG service provider in the areas of: (a) Targeting those who need assistance most; (b) Reducing the number of people living on the streets or in emergency shelters; (c) Reducing the time people spend homeless; and (d) Reducing clients’ housing barriers or housing stability risks. In addition, the County evaluates the success of ESG programs by reviewing Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) data . Sub recipients are required to submit regular reports which are reviewed by staff. These reports are used to ensure ESG compliance with regulations and local written standards as well as confirming that program goals are being met. ESG programs are also subjected to “on-site monitoring.” The County has a Monitoring Group to monitor the ESG programs. This group has participated in over 100 federal grant evaluation designs, evaluation projects, and implementation of evaluation plans. The basis for monitoring is to address findings and provides recommendations for program improvements Collier County will also evaluate each ESG service provider’s performance based on the following standards: a) Subrecipients will develop and adhere to priorities for service delivery by need. b) Subrecipients will assist clients in rapid movement to permanent housing from shelters or from the street. c) Subrecipients will ensure that clients have easy access to services. d) Subrecipients will provide comprehensive case management to address a spectrum of needs for each client. Appendix - Alternate/Local Data Sources Page 7654 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 186 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 1 Data Source Name 2010-2014 ACS List the name of the organization or individual who originated the data set. U.S. Census Bureau Provide a brief summary of the data set. The American Community Survey is an ongoing statistical survey that samples a small percentage of the U.S. population every year, thus providing communities with more current population and housing data throughout the 10 years between censuses. ACS data is compiled from an annual sample of approximately 3 million addresses rather than an actual count. What was the purpose for developing this data set? This dataset is more current than Census 2010 data and available for more geographic areas than the ACS 1-Year Estimates. How comprehensive is the coverage of this administrative data? Is data collection concentrated in one geographic area or among a certain population? National What time period (provide the year, and optionally month, or month and day) is covered by this data set? 2010-2014 ACS 5-year estimates are based on data collected from January 1, 2010 to December 21, 2014. What is the status of the data set (complete, in progress, or planned)? Complete 2 Data Source Name 2010 Census, 2015 & 2019 American Community Survey List the name of the organization or individual who originated the data set. U.S. Census Bureau Page 7655 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 187 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Provide a brief summary of the data set. This dataset contains what is known as “100% data,” meaning that it contains the data collected from every household that participated in the 2010 Census and is not based on a representative sample of the population. What was the purpose for developing this data set? This data provides basic characteristics such as age, sex, and race for a variety of geographic levels with most data obtainable down to the census tract or block group level. How comprehensive is the coverage of this administrative data? Is data collection concentrated in one geographic area or among a certain population? National What time period (provide the year, and optionally month, or month and day) is covered by this data set? Data was collected in April 2000. What is the status of the data set (complete, in progress, or planned)? Complete 3 Data Source Name 2011-2015 CHAS List the name of the organization or individual who originated the data set. U.S. Census Bureau Provide a brief summary of the data set. To assess housing need, HUD receives a special tabulation of data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey that is largely not available through standard Census products. This data, known as the Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) data, counts the number of households that fit certain combinations of HUD- specified criteria, such as housing needs by income level, race, and ethnicity. Page 7656 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 188 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What was the purpose for developing this data set? To assess housing need based on HUD-specified criteria such as income level, race, ethnicity, and household type. How comprehensive is the coverage of this administrative data? Is data collection concentrated in one geographic area or among a certain population? National What time period (provide the year, and optionally month, or month and day) is covered by this data set? The 2011-2015 CHAS data is based on American Community Survey data collected from January 1, 2011 to December 21, 2015. What is the status of the data set (complete, in progress, or planned)? Complete 4 Data Source Name 2013 Longitudinal Employer-Household Dynamics List the name of the organization or individual who originated the data set. U.S. Census Bureau Provide a brief summary of the data set. The Longitudinal Employer-Household Dynamics (LEHD) data provides statistics on employment, earnings, and job flows by geography and industry for different demographic groups. What was the purpose for developing this data set? This dataset describes demographic characteristics and commute patterns of workers and jobs to help state and local authorities make informed economic decisions. How comprehensive is the coverage of this administrative data? Is data collection concentrated in one geographic area or among a certain population? National Page 7657 of 10663 Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 189 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What time period (provide the year, and optionally month, or month and day) is covered by this data set? 2013 What is the status of the data set (complete, in progress, or planned)? Complete Page 7658 of 10663 Advancing Racial Equity Additional Narrative 1 of 3 Max 2 pages The proposed 10-unit homeless veteran supportive housing project, known as Echo aims to provide much-needed housing and services to veterans in Collier County. WHC will ensure the project equitably benefits all racial and ethnic groups. Recent census data shows that the population of Collier County as being predominantly white (64%), Hispanic/Latino (29%), Black or African American (7%) and other racial groups (less than 1%). The proposed project is located in a diverse census tract where 38.6% of its residents are Hispanic/Latino, allowing for the residents of the project to be a part of a diverse neighborhood. Potential Barriers to equitable access include: 1. Discrimination and Implicit Bias: Veterans of color may face barriers in securing rental housing due to discriminatory rental policies or biased eligibility requirements. 2. Economic Disparities: Communities of color, particularly Black and Hispanic populations, tend to experience higher rates of poverty and unemployment in Collier County. These economic disparities could prevent these veterans from meeting rental payments, thus making it more difficult for them to benefit from housing programs. WHC has a sliding scale rent system based on a veteran's income, so they pay a percentage of their income rather than a fixed amount. They also offer temporary rent subsidies to those transitioning from unemployment or financial stress. 3. Limited Outreach and Awareness: Veterans of color may not be as connected to the channels through which housing opportunities are typically advertised. This is particularly true for marginalized groups who may not have access to the internet, community services, or veteran networks that primarily serve white veterans. 4. Language Barriers: For Hispanic veterans and their families, language can be a barrier to understanding eligibility requirements or participating in support programs. Without materials or support in Spanish, it may be difficult for non-English-speaking veterans to access the housing program. 5. Lack of Page 7659 of 10663 Representation in Decision-Making: People of color may be underrepresented in decision- making roles within housing organizations or veteran service agencies leading to policies and practices that do not adequately consider the needs of veterans of color. Steps to Prevent, Reduce, or Eliminate Racial Barriers include: 1. Anti-Discrimination Policies: WHC has established a strict anti-discrimination policy in tenant selection and program administration. Regular staff training is mandatory. 2. Targeted Outreach: Partnering with local organizations and advocacy groups serving communities of color ensures that applicants are aware of the housing opportunity. 3. Multilingual Support: Providing program materials, application forms, and support services in multiple languages will ensure multilingual veterans can access the project. 4. Economic Support: WHC will offer rent subsidies or flexible income requirements to ensure that veterans have an equal opportunity to receive housing. 5. Community Representation: Warriors Homes aims to include veterans of color in the project planning and decision-making processes with a peer support staff. Tracking Progress and Evaluating Effectiveness activities include: 1. Data Collection and Reporting: Warriors Homes will collect data on racial and ethnic backgrounds to ensure veterans of color are equitably benefiting from the program. 2. Regular Program Reviews: WHC will conduct regular reviews of its policies, outreach efforts, and tenant selection to maximize the effectiveness of the housing project. 3. Feedback Mechanism: A feedback system will allow veterans to voice concerns or suggestions so that WHC is continuously evolving to meet the needs of all veterans. 4. Community Partnership Reports: Warriors Homes will engage in ongoing collaboration with community organizations that serve people of color. 5. Impact Assessment: WHC will conduct an impact assessment to evaluate and adjust the effectiveness of its strategies for veteran satisfaction, participation, and racial diversity. Page 7660 of 10663 Affirmative Marketing and Outreach Additional Narrative 2 of 3 Max 2 pages Collier County, in collaboration with Warriors Homes of Collier (WHC), is committed to expanding its outreach and marketing efforts to reach homeless veterans, particularly those from underserved communities such as Black, Hispanic, and limited English proficiency populations, who may be unaware of the Warrior Homes program. Through a comprehensive, multi-channel approach, the County and WHC aim to increase awareness and access to critical services. WHC will invest in relationship-building efforts with community partners and utilize various digital and traditional media platforms to reach all corners of the local and nearby areas. Marketing strategies will include website promotion through platforms such as colliercountyhousing.com, social media outreach, and advertising on television and radio. WHC will ensure its messaging resonates with a diverse audience by creating tailored campaigns for specific underserved populations. In collaboration with key social service agencies such as St. Matthew’s House Homeless Shelter, St. Vincent DePaul, United Way, Salvation Army, and behavioral healthcare provider David Lawrence Center, WHC will work to disseminate information about its programs and services. By partnering with these organizations, WHC will broaden its outreach efforts to connect with vulnerable communities. Additionally, WHC will continue its support of the Collier CARES mobile application, a critical tool for connecting individuals to community resources, and will distribute a veteran’s resource guide. WHC will also take a leadership role in the annual Point in Time count, conducted under the guidance of the SWFL Homeless Coalition, to better identify and serve homeless veterans in need of support. Page 7661 of 10663 To further enhance outreach efforts, WHC will implement affirmative marketing strategies, including targeted outreach to Black, Hispanic, and limited English proficiency populations. These efforts will include direct community contact through partnerships with local community centers and social service agencies, ensuring that information is accessible in multiple languages and culturally relevant formats. Public-facing efforts will be bolstered by paid advertising, social media campaigns, public relations initiatives, and speaking engagements at various civic and philanthropic organizations. By leveraging this broad marketing approach, Collier County and WHC will ensure that homeless veterans, especially those from underserved backgrounds, have access to the services and support they need to secure stable housing and a brighter future. Page 7662 of 10663 Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Additional Narrative 3 of 3 Max 2 pages Collier County Community and Human Services Division’s (CHS) Fair Housing policy statement is as follows: It shall be the policy and commitment of Collier County, Florida to ensure that fair and equal housing opportunities are granted to all persons, in all housing opportunities and development activities funded by Collier County regardless of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, familial status, national origin, ancestry or age. This shall be done through a program of education, an analysis of impediments, the designation of a Fair Housing Officer and development of a procedure for complaints of discrimination. Per 24 CFR 5.151 affirmatively furthering fair housing means taking meaningful actions, in addition to combating discrimination, that overcome patterns of segregation and foster inclusive communities free from barriers that restrict access to opportunity based on protected characteristics. Collier County’s proposed NOFO activities are aligned with the requirement to affirmatively further fair housing (AFFH). Collier County recognizes the disparities based on protected class in unmet housing needs. According to the National Fair Housing 2024 Fair Housing Trends Report, there were 34,150 fair housing complaints received by private non-profit fair housing organizations, HUD, FHAP agencies, and the DOJ in 2023, compared to 33,007 in 2022. This data not only reminds Collier County of its obligation to do its part to reduce these numbers, but to also remember that this is a growing concern in our nation. The County strives to do its part to provide more activities promoting integration and improving racially and ethnically concentrated areas of poverty into well-resourced areas of opportunity. The County provides funding to Legal Aid Service of Broward County, Inc. d/b/a Legal Aid Service of Collier to assist low‐income families with legal services to address fair housing Page 7663 of 10663 concerns. We provide funding to Housing Education Lending Programs (HELP) and other housing entities. Efforts to educate the community are continued by funding educational workshops and housing fairs. In addition, CHS continues to assist in addressing fair housing impediments in numerous ways. Fair housing notices and pamphlets (English/Spanish) are provided to libraries, social service agencies, churches, and the CHS office lobby. Fair Housing Training is conducted annually for its staff and subrecipients, and the website has been enhanced with additional Fair Housing Information. This information is included on the CHS Compliance website for subrecipients and contractors. Collier County's Communications and Customer Relations Division is tasked with taking calls and/or complaints on housing and job discrimination and referring callers to the appropriate services. They also provide printed materials to the public. CHS has a Fair Housing plan in place and requires all subrecipients/developers to have an Affirmative Fair Housing Policy submitted to CHS within 60 days of agreement execution. Subrecipient Warriors Homes of Collier models and supports the goals of the Fair Housing Act: 100% of the residents of its Alpha House for transitional living are veterans classified as disabled due to their substance use issues. Additionally, other veterans living in WHC supportive living homes also meet the criteria as disabled due to mental health challenges that affect their daily living. They are among the estimated 90% of homeless people who suffer from some level of mental health struggles. WHC envisions the property that is the subject of this proposal to be a haven for those veterans who are in protected classes as part of its commitment to housing such individuals. WHC’s corporate bylaws guide and confirm its approach to assisting clients regardless of their ethnicities, religion, race, or any other consideration beyond their qualification for residency as a veteran who resides in the county, can provide his/her own self-care, and was not dishonorably discharged from service. Page 7664 of 10663 Collier County Procurement Manual Procurement Services Division Rev. 3.0 Page 7665 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 1 INDEX # PAGE 1. TITLE AND CITATION 2 1a. AUTHORITY 2 2. PURPOSE 2 3. APPLICABILITY AND APPROVED THRESHOLDS 3 4. DEFINITION 4 5. ESTABLISHMENT OF PROCUREMENT SERVICES DIVISION AND PROCUREMENT SERVICES DIVISION DIRECTOR 6 6. DUTIES OF THE PROCUREMENT SERVICES DIVISION 6 7. ETHICAL STANDARDS 8 8. EXEMPTION FROM THE COMPETITIVE PROCESS 10 9. SMALL PURCHASES (Purchases $3,000 or less) 11 10. INFORMAL COMPETITION (Request for Quote – RFQ) 12 11a. PROCUREMENT METHODS (Purchases in Excess of $50,000) 13 Invitation to Bid (ITB) Request for Proposals (RFP) Request for Professional Services (RPS) Professional Services Library Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) Invitation for Qualifications (IFQ) Reverse Auctions 13 13 14 15 17 17 17 11b. OTHER PROCUREMENT METHODS 17 Cooperative Purchasing Request for Information (RFI) Emergency Procurements Single and Sole Source Procurements 17 18 18 19 12. RESERVED RIGHTS 20 13. UNSOLICITED PROPOSALS 20 14. SMALL AND DISADVANTAGED MINORITY AND WOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISES 21 15. PROCEDURE TO PROVIDE PREFERENCE TO LOCAL BUSINESS 22 16. PAYMENT OF INVOICES 25 17. ADVANCE PAYMENTS FOR GOODS AND SERVICES 26 18. STANDARDIZATION, COOPERATIVE PURCHASING AGREEMENTS AND GOVERNMENTAL CONTRACTS 27 19. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION 27 20. PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS 40 21. UNAUTHORIZED PURCHASES 41 22. PROHIBITION AGAINST SUBDIVISION 41 23. PROTESTS 41 24. CONTRACT CLAIMS 44 25. INSPECTION AND TESTING 45 26. PURCHASING CARD PROGRAM 45 27. CONFLICT OF INTEREST 46 28. DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION 46 29. WAIVER OF ORDINANCE 51 30. CONFLICT AND SEVERABILITY 51 Page 7666 of 10663 Page 7667 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 3 3. APPLICABILITY AND APPROVED THRESHOLDS This Procurement Manual applies to the procurement of goods and services by the County after the effective date, as indicated by the date of the County Manager’s signature. This Procurement Manual shall apply to all expenditures of public funds by the Board of County Commissioners for public purchasing, irrespective of the source of the funds. Nothing contained herein shall be construed as requiring Collier County's Constitutional Officers (Clerk of the Circuit Court, Property Appraiser, Sheriff, Supervisor of Elections, and Tax Collector), Court Administration, State Attorney, Public Defender, or the Collier Metropolitan Planning Organization to be covered by the provisions of this Procurement Ordinance. However, the services of the Collier County Procurement Services Division and Procurement Services Division Director may be made available for consultation. When the Procurement Services Division is providing services to a Constitutional Officer, the Constitutional Officer may issue a letter to the Procurement Services Division Director electing to not follow the Procurement Manual and/or Procurement Ordinance. The Board of County Commissioners shall execute formal contracts in excess of $50,000 having a binding effect upon the County, to include revenue generating contracts, and has then delegated to the County Manager or designees, the authority to approve contracts or agreements and amendments, extensions, and renewals of such contracts or agreements, including change orders, work orders, and other ancillary documents, providing the total amount of County expenditure for any such contract or agreement does not exceed $50,000 unless otherwise specified by action of the Board of County Commissioners. The $50,000 limitation set forth above shall be determined by the following: a. the per fiscal year dollar total expenditure for term contracts, b. the per fiscal year dollar expenditure for fixed-fee agreements, c. the per fiscal year dollar expenditure for lease agreements, d. the total dollar expenditure included in the contract for lump-sum or specific project agreements; e. the per fiscal year revenue generated for revenue generating agreements. Following formal action taken by the Board of County Commissioners on purchases greater than the formal competitive threshold, the Board delegates to the County Manager or designee the authority to carry out the administrative and ministerial actions necessary to effectuate the Board's action, including but not limited to the subsequent issuance of Work or Purchase Orders. The Board of County Commissioners encourages the implementation of cost savings measures, processes, and procedures as part of its various adopted procurement methods including but not limited to Direct Material Purchase (DMP), P-Card purchases, and bulk purchases as may be in the best interest of the County. In furtherance of implementing cost saving measures and other adopted methods of procurement, the Board delegates to the County Manager or designee, the authority to manage and Page 7668 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 4 administer the procedures, processes, and measures necessary to maximize the purchasing value of public funds expended in the procurement of materials. By signing this Procurement Manual, the County Manager delegates to the Procurement Services Division Director the authority to act on his/her behalf in all procurement activities as they relate to this Procurement Manual. The authority to solicit for and enter into contracts provided herein requires strict compliance with the standards and procedures established in this Procurement Manual, CMAs, and the Collier County Procurement Ordinance, as well as any applicable provisions of State or federal laws. The requesting department/division shall be responsible for the development of all plans and specifications sufficiently detailed to provide a basis for full and fair competitive solicitation. The Procurement Services Division will provide support and input during this process. Requesting constitutional officers or appointed officials may opt out of following the provisions of the Procurement Ordinance by notifying the Procurement Services Division Director in writing. The Procurement Services Division may require the requesting department to provide a market analysis prior to issuing a solicitation. The availability of funds for the current fiscal year shall be confirmed prior to any transaction or execution of any contract. 4. DEFINITIONS Agency shall mean all departments, divisions, units, and offices under the Board of County Commissioners, including the Collier County Redevelopment Agencies, the Collier County Airport Authority, Collier County Water Sewer District, and all departments under the auspices of the County Manager. Also included are those elected or appointed officials that agree to utilize procurement services provided by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners. Change Order shall mean a written order by a project manager, approved by the Procurement Services Division Director or designee and/or the Board of County Commissioners, directing the contractor to change a contract's amount, requirements, or time. All changes must be within the original scope of the contract and in accordance with the Board approved contract's changes clause or, if no such clause is set forth within the agreement, in accordance with the Procurement Ordinance. Consultant/Contractor/Supplier/Vendor shall mean a provider of goods or services to the County agency. These terms may be used interchangeably. Continuing Contract shall mean a contract for professional services as defined under Florida Statute 287.055. County Manager shall mean the County Manager or County Administrator of Collier County, or designee, as defined in the County Administration Law of 1974, F.S. ch. 125, pt. III. Page 7669 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 5 Direct Material Purchase is a cost savings measure to achieve sales tax savings through the County's sales tax exemption by purchasing materials directly with a supplier or vendor. Other savings may be achieved in the Direct Materials Purchase process through the use of Purchasing Cards, rebates, discounts, and other cost savings measures. Term Contract A type of contract in which a source of supply is established for a specific period of time for specified services or supplies; usually characterized by an estimated or definite minimum quantity, with the possibility of additional requirements beyond the minimum, all at a predetermined unit price. Fixed-Fee Agreement is a contract providing for a firm price, or a price that may be adjusted only in accordance with contract clauses providing for revisions of the contract price under stated circumstances. Lease Agreement is a contract outlining the terms in which one party agrees to rent property owned by another party, which may include real estate or personal property for a specified amount of time. Lump Sum or Specific Project Agreement is a contract where a firm fixed total price is offered by the vendor for the completion of a project; typically, this is done through a competitive process and where the final invoicing will require no cost breakdown. Responsive Bidder/Proposer shall mean a vendor who has submitted a bid or proposal that fully conforms in all material respects to the solicitation and all of its requirements, including form and substance. Responsible Bidder/Proposer shall mean a vendor who has the financial and technical capacity to perform the requirements of the solicitation and subsequent contract. Minority business enterprise or any other designation assigned by the Office of Supplier Diversity shall mean a firm or individual who satisfies the registration requirements of that agency and/or satisfies the requirements outlined in Florida Statute Chapter 287.0943(2)(e), Chapter 295.187, Chapter 60A-9, Florida Administrative Code. Purchase Order shall mean a form of contract which encumbers appropriated funds, and which is directed to a single vendor to furnish or deliver commodities or services to the County. Purchasing Card shall mean a credit card officially assigned to specific employees under the purview of the Board of County Commissioners for the purpose of transacting small and/or strategic purchases. Single source refers to a procurement directed to one source because of standardization, warranty, or other factors, even though other competitive sources may be available. Sole source refers to a procurement where the selection of one particular supplier to the exclusion of all others may be based on a lack of competition, proprietary technology, copyright, warranty, or a supplier’s unique capability. Page 7670 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 6 Work Order/Work Assignment is a contract instrument issued under the terms and conditions of an approved continuing or fixed fee agreement, which authorizes a contractor or consultant to perform a specific task within the broader scope of the master agreement. Nothing in the work order shall conflict with the terms and conditions of the fixed fee contract, and all work done must fall within the scope and term of the underlying agreement. 5. ESTABLISHMENT OF PROCUREMENT SERVICES DIVISION AND PROCUREMENT SERVICES DIVISION DIRECTOR The Board of County Commissioners, through the adoption of the Procurement Ordinance has established the Collier County Procurement Services Division, which shall be a distinct administrative division under the direction of the County Manager. 1) The Procurement Services Division Director of the Procurement Services Division shall have the authority to negotiate all purchases for all Agencies except as required by State, Federal or Local Law. In keeping with F.S. Ch. 125, the Procurement Ordinance grants to the Procurement Services Division Director only those powers and duties which are administrative and ministerial in nature and does not delegate any governmental power imbued in the Board of County Commissioners as the governing body of the County pursuant to Fla. Const. Art. VIII, § 1(e). The Procurement Services Division Director may delegate to one or more Procurement Services Division employees any and all aspects of the authority vested in the Procurement Services Division Director by the County Manager. Except as otherwise specified by law, this Procurement Manual shall apply to every procurement under the authority of the Collier County Board of County Commissioners and to elected or appointed officials (Clerk of the Circuit Court, County Attorney, Property Appraiser, Sheriff, Supervisor of Elections, Tax Collector, Court Administration, State Attorney, Public Defender or Collier Metropolitan Planning Organization M.P.O.) who choose to utilize procurement services provided by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners. 2) Notwithstanding any other provision of the Procurement Manual, the Procurement Services Division Director is authorized to issue purchase orders at the written request of elected or appointed officials. 3) Nothing in this Procurement Manual shall limit the Collier County Board of County Commissioners' right to waive any provisions contained within the Procurement Ordinance when the Collier County Board of County Commissioners shall deem it in the best interest of the County. 6. DUTIES OF THE PROCUREMENT SERVICES DIVISION Within the constructs of this Procurement Manual, the Procurement Services Division shall be responsible for: A. Seeking Maximum Value: Acting to procure for the County the highest quality commodities and contractual services at least expense to the County. Page 7671 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 7 B. Encouraging competition: Endeavoring to obtain as full and open competition as possible on all purchases, services, and sales. C. Procurement Analysis: Keeping informed of current developments in the field of purchasing, prices, market conditions and new products, and securing for the County the benefits of research conducted in the field of purchasing by other governmental jurisdictions, national technical societies, trade associations having national recognition, and by private business and organizations. D. Procurement Manual: Preparing and recommending for adoption by the County Manager a Procurement Manual for the implementation of the Procurement Ordinance. The Procurement Manual shall be maintained and published on-line for the benefit of the public. E. Division Systems, Procedures, and Standards: The adoption of systems, procedures, forms, standards, reporting, and evaluation tools related to: (i) the effective development, negotiation, and administration of County contracts, and (ii) the evaluation of performance of contractors, suppliers and vendors doing business with Collier County. F. Non-Contract Purchases: Reviewing non-contract purchases under $50,000.00, as defined in Section 3, to determine if an aggregated contract approach may provide value and offer pricing advantages to the County. G. Florida Sales Tax Exemption: Procuring items for the County to exercise its tax exemption status when eligible. a. Establishing and administering a Direct Materials Purchasing Program that includes processes and procedures to encourage the implementation of such savings programs and the application of such related cost savings measures where it is in the best interest of the County. b. Developing and implementing other tax saving and cost saving opportunities and means related to purchasing and procurement. H. Inquiry and Control: Full authority to: a. Question the quality, quantity, and kinds of items requisitioned in order that the best interests of the County are served. b. Ensure the proper and orderly acquisition of services to the various operating divisions. c. Ensure purchases are consistent with the Procurement Ordinance. d. Determine if specific purchases should be approved by the Board prior to the purchase. e. Determine work assignment rotation schemes when multiple contracts are awarded for the same service. Page 7672 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 8 f. Question the effectiveness of contract administration being performed by the Divisions and provide training and counseling on proper contract administration methods. g. Consolidate purchases of like or common commodities or services and entering into term contracts to obtain maximum cost savings while preserving department specifications and needs. h. The authority to review and approve or disapprove the composition of each evaluation committee. i. Verify funding sources, and acquire an account number, for each purchase prior to advertising a solicitation. I. Records of procurement activity shall be maintained in compliance with the Chapter 119, Florida Statutes, “the Florida Public Records Act.” J. Administer the County Purchasing Card Program. K. Administer the County property disposal process through auction sales, and other means, and report that activity along with any proceeds to both the County Manager and the Board. L. Administering the County internal mail function, including processing, sorting, delivering and postage metering. M. Advise the County Manager of misuse, inappropriate use, or purchasing activities that are inconsistent with the purpose and intent of the Procurement Ordinance, Procurement Manual or applicable local, state, or federal law. 7. ETHICAL STANDARDS A. Every employee and elected or appointed official of Collier County has the responsibility to maintain the confidence of the citizens of Collier County by conducting the procurement process in an ethical, fair, and transparent manner. Collier County employees shall act in good faith to discharge their duties and avoid either the intent or appearance of unethical practices in procurement relationships, actions, and communications. B. Any attempt by Collier County employees or elected or appointed officials of Collier County to realize personal gain from the procurement process is a breach of public trust. All County employees shall govern themselves in accordance with the Standards of Conduct as set forth in applicable Collier County Government Regulations, to include the Collier County Ethics Ordinance No. 2003-53 as amended, County Manager Administrative Procedures (CMA) Code of Ethics, and F.S. Ch. 112. C. Collier County requires each vendor who seeks to do business with Collier County to comply with the following ethical standards: Page 7673 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 9 1) No vendor shall discuss or consult with other vendors intending to compete for the same or similar contract for the purpose of bid rigging, collusion or other activities that are illegal, unethical, or limiting competition. 2) No vendor shall submit false information or intentionally submit misleading information to Collier County. 3) After the issuance of any solicitation, no current or prospective vendor or any person acting on their behalf, shall contact, communicate with, or discuss any matter relating to the solicitation with any Collier County employee or elected or appointed official, other than the Procurement Services Division Director or his/her designees. This prohibition ends upon execution of the final contract or upon cancellation of the solicitation. Any current or prospective vendor that lobbies any Collier County employee or elected or appointed official while a solicitation is open or being recommended for award (i) may be deemed ineligible for award of that solicitation by the Procurement Services Division Director, and (ii) will be subject to Suspension and Debarment outlined in Section 28. 3.1. During the solicitation process, a “cone of silence” is in effect. Selection committee members are prohibited from communicating with any of the proposers or the committee members, including fellow colleagues, outside of the formal in-session communications. Any attempt by one of the proposers to have direct or indirect communication with a selection committee member outside of a committee formal session should be avoided and reported to the Procurement Services Division. This prohibition ends upon execution of the final contract or upon cancellation of the solicitation. 4) A Vendor who participates in the drafting of a solicitation or scope or who develops a program for future implementation, is not eligible to contract with the agency for any other contracts dealing with that specific subject matter, and any firm in which such person has any interest is not eligible to receive such contract. However, this prohibition does not prevent a vendor who responds to a request for information from being eligible to contract with the agency. D. Failure to comply with this Section shall be deemed a violation of ethical standards and may subject the violator to administrative actions and to civil, and/or criminal penalties for ethical violations as described below: 1) Employees who violate the ethics standards described in this section shall be subject to administrative disciplinary action, following Collier County Government Human Resources procedures and guidelines, up to and including dismissal from Collier County Government employment. 2) Vendors who violate the ethics standards described in this Section shall be subject to Suspension and Debarment as provided in Section 28 of this Procurement Manual. E. Vendors doing business with Collier County shall comply with the provisions of Section 287.133, Florida Statutes (“Public Entity Crimes Act”). Page 7674 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 10 8. EXEMPTION FROM THE COMPETITIVE PROCESS The following procurement categories may be eligible for exemption from the competitive process based upon the determination of the County Manager or designee that approval of such an exemption is in the best interest of the County. 1) Purchases from another government agency or from a nonprofit organization authorized to do business in the State of Florida. 2) Dues and memberships in trade or professional organizations; registration fees for trade or career fairs; fees and costs of job-related seminars and training. 3) Subscriptions, periodicals, newspapers, books, electronic information, media, maps, pamphlets, and similar material in printed or electronic form. 4) Advertisements. 5) Utility Services: water, sewer, electrical, gas, or other regulated utility, communications, and data transmission services subject to government rate control. 6) Educational or academic programs; educational or recreational field trip instructors, trainers, facilitators, professional advisors, and speakers. 7) Legal services including retaining services of law firms or other outside counsel for any reason, expert witnesses, court reporter services, appraisal services, trial consultants, or similar persons or firms deemed by the Collier County Attorney as necessary to address the legal needs of Collier County, together with document management and production, legal research, and information technology products and services. 8) Goods or services purchased from grants, gifts, bequests, or donations to the extent that the application of this Procurement Manual would conflict with the requirements, conditions, or limitations attached to the grant, gift, bequest, or donation. 9) Products or services necessary to maintain existing warranties and licenses or to maintain compatibility with existing Collier County systems. 10) Repairs based upon shop estimates for equipment that has been disassembled. 11) Personnel services; recruitment services. 12) Works of Art for Public Display. 13) Direct purchase orders issued when it is in the best interest of Collier County. Collier County may make direct purchases of goods and services when the County can procure these items at a lower cost and/or realize a tax or delivery savings. Direct Material Purchase Orders derived out of Direct Material Purchases and/or other cost savings measures may be administered through contracts procured through Requests for Quote (RFQ), Invitation to Bid (ITB), Construction Invitation to Bid (ITB), Request for Proposals (RFP), Invitation for Qualifications (IFQ), Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), Design Build, Progressive Design Build, and Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) as may be applicable and or available. 14) Financial Instruments: professional services required for the issuance of Collier County debt, debt service and Collier County investments related thereto, Page 7675 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 11 including the selection of investment bankers for Collier County's Underwriting Pool and the selection of Collier County's Financial Advisor. 15) Entertainment services for County-sponsored events. 16) Services for management studies, executive analysis, and related matters as directed by the County Manager. 17) Where specified by general law, ordinance, or Collier County Board of County Commissioner’s policies, any purchase governed by explicit provisions of general law or other Collier County ordinance or Collier County Board of County Commissioner’s policies (resolution) unless the solicitation indicates the applicability of this Procurement Manual, and this Procurement Manual shall apply only to the extent set out in the solicitation. The operating division seeking an Exemption shall complete an Exemptions from the Competition Process form along with required supporting documentation, as indicated on the form, specify the not to exceed expenditure per fiscal year, and forward to the Procurement Services Division for review. Exemptions for purchases greater than $50,000 per fiscal year will require final approval by the Board of County Commissioners. Exemptions are valid for a period approved by the Procurement Services Division Director or the Board of County Commissioners. The Exemptions from the Competition Process form is available on the Procurement Services Division SharePoint. In the judgment of the Procurement Services Division Director, contracts may be required for Exempt purchases. In all cases the requesting Division shall strive to obtain best value from a vendor when obtaining goods and services under an Exemption. Should the Procurement Services Division Director determine that the request is not eligible for exemption and/or that it would be in the best interest of the County to conduct a competitive process, the requesting Division will be required to work with Procurement staff on an appropriate procurement method. 9. SMALL PURCHASES (Purchases $3,000 or less) A purchase shall not be artificially divided or split to qualify under this or any other section of this Procurement Manual. All small purchase quotes will be obtained by Operating Division staff without competition by a Single Quote, with documentation, and generally be processed using a regular purchase order, or a purchasing card in accordance with the Purchasing Card Manual. Operating Division staff should make all reasonable efforts to purchase goods and services under Board approved contracts. In the event a contract is not available or able to be utilized, staff will procure the highest quality items or services at the least expense to the County. Page 7676 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 12 Operating Divisions will seek the best value for the purchase and attempt to combine like purchases for cost centers under the division’s control and will ensure that the purchase supports the mission of the division. The Procurement Services Division Director may, for strategic purchasing reasons, direct all purchases of a specific nature (for example, office supplies or industrial supplies) to one or more specific vendors regardless of the individual or aggregate purchasing volume. 10. INFORMAL COMPETITION (Purchases $3,000 - $50,000) Request for Quote (RFQ) Three (3) written quotes will be sought by Operating Division Staff for purchases exceeding $3,000 but not greater than $50,000. Operating Divisions will seek the lowest quote obtained (based on quote identified unit or total price), from the responsive (submits all information requested, agrees to meet timeline, terms, and conditions, etc.) and responsible (has references that check, current licenses, certifications, demonstrated years of experience with equipment and staff to perform the work, etc.) bidder. All written quotes will only be valid for up to thirty (30) days prior to issuance of a Purchase Order. Where Operating Division Staff are unsuccessful in securing three (3) comparable quotes, the Operating Division will seek the assistance of the Procurement Services Division, where it may be determined by the Procurement Services Division Director that a good faith effort was conducted, and an award may be made with fewer than three (3) quotes. The Procurement Division may recommend that additional sourcing and soliciting are required by either the Operating Division Staff or by the Procurement Services Division Staff. A purchase shall not be artificially divided or split to qualify under this or any other section of this Procurement Manual. Operating Division staff should make all reasonable efforts to purchase goods and services under Board approved contracts. In the event a contract is not available, or staff demonstrates that the price under contract exceeds the price on a non-contract, Operating Division Staff will procure the highest quality items or services at the least expense to the County. Operating Division Staff who are requesting quotes are to conduct themselves in a fair and equitable fashion by providing the same information, under the same conditions, to all vendors in a fair and open competitive process. Once trained by Procurement Services Division, Division Staff will utilize the County’s electronic bidding platform to obtain quotes. Operating Division Staff must advertise for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days. Operating Division Staff should be monitoring bid submittals and as the Request for Quote bid due date/time approaches, if three (3) quotes are not received, the due date should be extended a week to promote competition. Only the Procurement Services Division Staff may issue a qualification-based solicitation. Final recommended award of any quote will be reviewed and approved by the Procurement Services Division Director or designee. Page 7677 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 13 11a. PROCUREMENT METHODS (PURCHASES IN EXCESS OF $50,000) The Board of County Commissioners established an amount of fifty thousand dollars ($50,000.00) as the County's threshold for formal competitive solicitations to include Invitation to Bid (ITB), Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Professional Services (RPS), Invitation to Negotiate (ITN), Invitation for Qualifications (IFQ), and Reverse Auctions administered under the supervision of the Procurement Services Division Director. Award of any resulting agreements or contracts shall be made by the Board except where otherwise provided for in the Procurement Ordinance, Procurement Manual, or unless an exception is granted by the Board. The standard advertising period for all formal competitive solicitation methods is thirty (30) days. The advertising period may be modified by the Procurement Services Division Director should unusual circumstances require it. All advertising will take place on the County adopted electronic bidding platform, and the County may make use of additional advertising platforms or publications as is deemed necessary by the Procurement Services Division Director. Invitation to Bid (ITB) Invitations to Bid (ITB) shall be issued by the Procurement Services Division Director with public announcement and competition. Any resulting contract shall be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest or best overall bid which meets all specifications. A bid is the preferred method of solicitation when price is the prevailing basis of award. Details on the bid process and procedures will be contained within the ITB solicitation. In the event of a tie, selection will be determined based by coin toss by the Procurement Services Division Director before at least three witnesses, or if Local Vendor Preference is a factor as described in SECTION FIFTEEN of the Procurement Ordinance, then the language in that section will prevail. Once a responsibility review is completed a Notice of Recommended Award (NORA) indicating the lowest responsive and responsible bidder being recommended for award will be posted on the Procurement bid platform. Request for Proposals (RFP) A Request for Proposal (RFP) shall be issued by the Procurement Services Division Director with public announcement and competition. Any resulting contract shall be awarded to the responsive and responsible proposer submitting the best proposal according to the criteria set forth in the solicitation. An RFP is the preferred method of solicitation when multiple factors are considered for the basis of award, and price may or may not be the prevailing factor. An RFP may be conducted in one or more steps and may involve oral presentations or demonstrations by the proposing vendors. At the conclusion of all steps, which may include both scoring and ranking Page 7678 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 14 by an Evaluation Committee, the results including standardized score/rank sheets, meeting minutes, and audio recordings will be preserved by the Procurement Services staff member facilitating the Evaluation Committee proceedings. In the event of a tie at final ranking, award shall be made to the proposer with the lower volume of work previously awarded. Volume of work shall be calculated based upon total dollars paid to the proposer in the twenty-four (24) months prior to the RFP submittal deadline. Payment information will be retrieved from the County’s financial system of record. The tie breaking procedure is only applied in the final ranking step of the selection process. In the event a tie still exists, selection will be determined based by coin toss by the Procurement Services Division Director before at least three (3) witnesses. Details on the request for proposal process and procedures will be contained within the RFP solicitation. A Notice of Recommended Award (NORA) indicating the final ranking order of the proposers will be posted on the Procurement Services bid platform and the County will then begin negotiations with the number one ranked firm. In the event the County is unsuccessful with the number one ranked firm it will publish a revised NORA indicating that it is initiating negotiations with the next firm in the rank order. Request for Professional Services (RPS) A Request for Professional Services (RPS) shall be issued by the Procurement Services Division Director to procure professional engineering, architectural, landscape architectural or surveying and mapping services in accordance with the Consultants’ Competitive Negotiation Act (CCNA), F.S. § 287.055. An RPS can be issued and awarded for either a Continuing Contract or for a Single Project as described in the statute. Note the Florida Statute provides standards for defining a project (Section 287.055 (2)(f) Florida Statutes). Award of a Request for Professional Services (RPS) can be for either a continuing contract or for a single project. Each RPS shall be awarded based upon the scoring criteria as set forth in the RPS solicitation document, to the responsive and responsible Proposer or Proposers who, in the sole opinion of the Evaluation Committee, is determined to be the most qualified to perform the work. The Evaluation Committee, whose composition is approved by the Procurement Services Division Director, will be comprised of voting members, that may have technical assistance from non-voting members, and have their committee activities facilitated by a member of the Procurement Services Division. The determination of award is made in two steps. First by the application of the numerical scoring points outlined in the solicitation, using a standardized scoring form, to establish a “short listing” of the proposers. Short listing is then followed by oral presentations, if required, at which point the Evaluation Committee places the short-listed proposers in a final Rank Order of preference using a standardized ranking form. Ranking shall be determined without regard to the score established during the first evaluation. At the conclusion of both the scoring and ranking Evaluation Committee meetings, the results which may include standardized score/rank sheets, meeting minutes, and audio recordings will be preserved by the Procurement staff member facilitating the Evaluation Committee proceedings. Page 7679 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 15 In the event of a tie at final ranking, the order of ranking shall be determined based upon the proposer(s) with the lower volume of work previously awarded. Volume of work shall be calculated based upon total dollars paid to the proposer in the twenty-four (24) months prior to the RPS submittal deadline. Payment information will be retrieved from the County’s financial system of record. The tie breaking procedure is only applied in the final ranking step of the selection process. In the event a tie still exists, ranking will be determined based by coin toss selection by the Procurement Services Division Director before at least three (3) witnesses. A Notice of Recommended Award (NORA) indicating the final ranking order of the proposers will be posted on the Procurement bid platform and the County will begin negotiations with the number one ranked firm. In the event the County is unsuccessful with the number one ranked firm it will publish a revised NORA indicating that it is initiating negotiations with the next firm in the order ranked. Professional Services Library The County will maintain a “Professional Services Library” as its repository for vendors under continuing contracts solicited under the provisions of F.S. 287.055 Section 2 (g) (“continuing contracts”). The Library is used to award work assignments for professional engineering, architectural, landscape architectural and mapping & surveying services on an on-going basis through the use of continuing contracts. The Professional Services Library must be used if the services needed are included in the professional services library and the resulting construction costs or study costs meet the requirements of F.S. 287.055. If the services are not included in the professional services library, Purchasing will issue a formal solicitation, or pursue services as outlined in F.S. 287.055 as determined by the Procurement Services Division Director. Collier County reserves the right to confirm a firm’s qualifications in order to remain in the Library for each Service Category. Firms unable to meet minimum qualifications may be removed from the Service Category. All professional services for work defined per Section 287.055 estimated to cost equal to or in excess of the category amounts per Section 287.017, Florida Statutes must be solicited through a standalone formal Request for Professional Services for that single project and the use of a Continuing Contract is not allowed. A. Professional Services Library Rotation 1. Work assignments within each service category are awarded on a rotational basis by the Procurement Division. Page 7680 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 16 2. For each service category, the Procurement Division will place qualifying firms in the Professional Services Library in the order they are ranked, with the highest scoring firm placed in the first position in the rotation. 3. As each work assignment is identified the next firm in the rotation will be offered the opportunity to negotiate that work assignment with the County’s Administrative Agent. 4. Should a firm decline a work assignment, or be unable to reach a satisfactory fee negotiation with the County within a reasonable time frame, the County will contact the next firm on the list until the work assignment is successfully negotiated. 5. Firms will have the option of rejecting one work assignment within each service category within a twelve (12) month period without penalty. A second work assignment rejection within any twelve (12) month period will cause the firm to be skipped in the rotation. A firm who rejects three (3) work assignments (or is unable to satisfactorily negotiate three (3) work assignments) in any twelve (12) month period may be removed from the service category at the direction of the Procurement Services Division Director. 6. Firms wishing to reject a work assignment for any reason must complete a Work Assignment Rejection Notification Form. A copy of this completed form must be provided to the Procurement Division by the County’s Administrative Agent. 7. Once a full rotation through all firms in a service category is complete, a method that attempts to impart an equitable distribution of work among selected firms will be based on prior dollars awarded; with the firm having received the least amount of dollars being considered for the next work assignment. B. Professional Services Library - Direct Selection For work assignments requiring unique experience or knowledge, including past experience on another phase of the project, the County’s project manager may formally request permission to forego the rotation and select a specific firm. This request will require the completion of a Work Assignment Direct Select Form, which requires the approval of both a Division Director and the Procurement Services Division Director. Firms that are directly selected for a work assignment as a result of this process shall be passed on their next scheduled turn in the rotation. The professional services library content for each service category is posted on the Procurement Services Division web site. Procurements for the design and construction (Design-Build) of public construction projects may be obtained through a single contract with a design-build firm selected in a manner permitted under F.S. § 287.055 and the procedures set forth in this section. Page 7681 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 17 Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) An Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) shall be issued by the Procurement Services Division Director with public announcement and competition. An ITN is used when it is determined beneficial to issue a written solicitation for competitive sealed replies to select one or more vendors with which to conduct negotiations. Details on the Invitation to Negotiate process and procedures will be contained in the ITN solicitation. The ITN will generally follow the procedure outlined for an RFP. Invitation for Qualifications (IFQ) An Invitation for Qualifications (IFQ) shall be issued by the Procurement Services Division Director when it is in Collier County's best interest to first establish a qualified pool of vendors, to limit participation in a subsequent solicitation process to those qualified bidders, proposers, or offerors who demonstrate a capability to provide the goods and services required by the Collier County. An IFQ may also be issued when qualifications are the only criteria. The process of selecting a vendor when using the IFQ process will utilize a selection committee in a single or multi-step process to evaluate proposals based on qualifications, experience, past performance, references, and credentials. Details on the Invitation for Qualifications process and procedures will be contained in the IFQ solicitation. Reverse Auctions A Reverse Auction shall be issued by the Procurement Services Division Director when it is deemed to be the most efficient means of obtaining the best price through open competition. A Reverse Auction shall utilize a third-party auction service selected by the Procurement Services Division Director and be based on a public bidding process where the offerors bid down the pricing over a set time frame, with the award going to lowest bid received from a responsive and responsible offeror. The offerors may come from a pre-qualified pool of participants screened by the 3rd party auctioneer or may come from the open market based on the nature of the purchase and the recommendation of the auctioneer. 11b. OTHER PROCUREMENT METHODS Cooperative Purchasing 1) Piggybacking The Procurement Services Division Director shall have the authority to procure goods or services from vendors who have been selected, as a result of a competitive selection process for a federal, state, or municipal government, or any other governmental agency, political subdivision, or government-related association, provided that the originating entity utilized a competitive process similar to Collier County's. The Procurement Services Division Director shall annually bring forward to the Board of County Commissioners a list of recommended cooperatives for Board consideration and approval authority for the use of these Cooperative Purchasing Agreements. Page 7682 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 18 The Procurement Services Director may also consider other agencies and consortiums outside of the list presented annually to the Board for piggy backing when it best meets the needs of the County. The operating division seeking to utilize a Cooperative Agreement shall complete and submit a Cooperative Purchasing Request Form along with required supporting documentation as indicated on the form to the Procurement Services Division for review. This form is available on the Procurement Services Division SharePoint. For purchases made using Board approved cooperative or government contracts, a requisition is created by the operating division with the approved Cooperative Purchasing Request Form, all contract documentation, and a supporting quote attached. The supporting price quote must match the cooperative agreement’s price list. Use of cooperative or governmental contracts which have not been Board approved that are within the informal competitive threshold must be approved in advance by the Procurement Services Director. Attachments to the requisition may include Cooperative Purchasing Request Form, quote information, bid tabulation or selection scoring/ranking, prices, contract, etc. Purchases using cooperative or governmental contracts which have not been Board approved that exceed the formal competitive threshold will be submitted to the Board on an executive summary prepared by the operating division. 2) Consolidated Joint Purchasing The Procurement Services Division Director shall have the authority to join with other government entities and consortiums in cooperative purchasing ventures when in the best interest of Collier County. This can be accomplished by acting as the lead agency on a solicitation, or by participating in a solicitation issued by another agency. Requests for Information (RFI) An RFI shall be issued by the Procurement Services Division Director when it is in Collier County’s best interest to request information from potential vendors prior to the issuance of a planned solicitation. An RFI is used to collect comments and obtain inputs from the marketplace. Information submitted by vendors in response to an RFI may be used to develop specifications to be included in a future solicitation. Pricing is not requested during the RFI process. Award is not made as a direct result of an RFI. Emergency Procurements An Emergency Procurement may be used in the event of an unexpected and urgent need where health and safety or the conservation of public resources is at risk, or during Board absences (all efforts should be made to obtain Board approval prior to anticipated recesses), using such competition as is practical under the circumstances, as follows: Page 7683 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 19 a) Following a declaration of the existence of an emergency situation by the County, the Collier County Board of County Commissioners or their designee may declare the existence of an emergency procurement condition and may suspend any or all of the provisions of this article and authorize an emergency procurement. b) The Collier County Manager or designee, on a case-by-case basis may approve an emergency purchase based upon the Procurement Services Division Director’s good faith review of the available sources that may timely respond to the urgent need for goods and services and the documentation of the emergency conditions related to that purchase. Upon written determination, utilizing the Emergency Procurement Request Form, and approval of the Collier County Manager, the emergency purchase may be made. The Collier County Manager will report to the Collier County Board of County Commissioners all such emergency procurements at the next available Board meeting. c) This section in no way constrains the provisions of Collier County’s Civil Emergency powers and authority pursuant to F.S. ch. 252, Emergency Management. d) An Emergency Procurement is not to be confused with exercising after hour, overtime, holiday, or weekend rate provisions contained in existing agreements to address critical needs. e) An Emergency Procurement is action taken outside of the competitive requirements described in both the Procurement Ordinance and Procurement Manual. Single and Sole Source Procurements Either a Single or Sole Source Procurement may be issued by the Procurement Services Division Director after the requesting department/division submits to the Procurement Services Division a completed Waiver Request Form. a) Single Sourcing is a procurement decision whereby purchases are directed to one source because of standardization, warranty, or other factors, even though other competitive sources may be available. b) Sole Sourcing procurement is a selection of one particular supplier to the exclusion of all others. This decision may be based on lack of competition, proprietary technology, copyright, warranty, or a supplier’s unique capability. In the event that the request for either a sole or single source cannot be granted, the Procurement Services Division Director will direct the requestor to work with Procurement Staff and utilize an alternative acquisition method. Waivers for purchases greater than $50,000 per fiscal year will require final approval by the Board of County Commissioners. Waivers are valid for a period approved by the Procurement Services Division Director or the Board of County Commissioners. Page 7684 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 20 The Waiver Request Form is available on the Procurement Services Division SharePoint. In the judgment of the Procurement Services Division Director, contracts may be required for Waiver purchases. 12. RESERVED RIGHTS Collier County reserves the right in any solicitation to accept or reject any or all bids, proposals, or offers; to waive minor irregularities and technicalities; or to request resubmission. Also, Collier County reserves the right to accept all or any part of any bid, proposal, or offer, and to increase or decrease quantities to meet additional or reduced requirements of Collier County. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this Section, if none or only one responsive and responsible bid or proposal is received following any solicitation, the Procurement Services Division Director, reserves the right to reject all bids, proposals, or offers and to negotiate with any responsible providers to secure the best terms and conditions in the sole interest of the County unless otherwise provided by law. Rejection of Bids and Negotiation: a. The Procurement Services Division Director shall have authority to review all submittals in response to a County solicitation and to review these submittals for responsiveness, responsibility, price, and other factors in making a determination for Recommendation of Award. The Procurement Services Division Director may reject any submittal and cancel any solicitation at any time prior to a contract being signed or approved by the Board of County Commissioners. The Board of County Commissioners shall have the authority to reject any and all bids at any time. b. If the lowest, responsive bid exceeds the budgeted amount and, if the purchase is not funded in whole or in part with interagency grant dollars, the Procurement Services Division Director may negotiate changes with the apparent lowest responsible and responsive bidder that will bring prices into budgeted limits subject to the final approval and acceptance of the Board. If the budgeted amount includes grant funds, the Procurement Services Division Director shall be authorized to conduct such negotiations provided said actions are not prohibited by law or the grant conditions. All Notices of Recommended Award will be generated and posted by the Procurement Services Division Director prior to presentation of any contract for signature by the Board of County Commissioners. 13. UNSOLICITED PROPOSALS The Board incorporates by reference F.S. § 255.065, as may be amended from time to time, which addresses the procurement of services for qualifying projects through public-private partnerships, including through an offer of an unsolicited proposal. Page 7685 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 21 The Board shall by separate Resolution (Resolution No. 2016-85) establish all Application Fees referenced under F.S. § 255.065 that a private entity must pay concurrent with the submission of an unsolicited proposal. Payment shall be made by cash, cashier's check, or some other non-cancellable instrument. Personal checks shall not be accepted. The current Resolution sets a fee structure that shall include with any proposal submission a base application fee in the amount of .001 of the proposed project costs but not less than the sum of $10,000.00. To the extent that the cost to evaluate an unsolicited proposal is more than the Initial Application Fee adopted by Resolution, the County may request payment of any additional amounts required to conduct its review as provided in F.S. § 255.065. If the costs of processing, reviewing, and evaluating attorney fees, financial or technical adviser fees, or other consultant fees required to properly evaluate an unsolicited proposal exceed the base application fee, then the Procurement Services Division Director is authorized to charge a supplemental fee as long as no such supplemental fee exceeds an additional $10,000 without further authorization from the Board. 14. SMALL AND DISADVANTAGED MINORITY AND WOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISES 1. Policy Statement: Collier County stands committed to providing equal opportunities to small businesses and disadvantaged business enterprises (DBE), minority business enterprises (MBEs), and women business enterprises (WBEs) as well as to all vendors, consultants, contractors, and subcontractors who seek to do business with the County. Pursuant to this policy, Collier County encourages its vendors, consultants, contractors, and subcontractors to provide qualified small businesses and DBEs with an equal opportunity to participate in the formal competitive processes for the procurement of commodities and services by the County. The Policy is not intended to require or to allow partiality toward or discrimination against any small business or DBE, MBE, WBE, or any other vendor, consultant, contractor or subcontractor on the basis of gender, race or national origin, or other such factors, but rather to create an opportunity for small businesses and DBEs, MBEs, WBEs, and all qualified vendors, consultants, contractors and subcontractors to participate in the County's formal competitive processes. Nothing in this Policy shall be construed to provide for or require any preference or set-aside based on gender, race, national origin or any other such factor. 2. Implementing Measures: In an effort to implement this policy, the County may undertake the following measures: a. Designate the Procurement Services Division Director to administer this policy. b. Utilize outreach programs to identify, register and educate small businesses and DBEs, MBEs and WBEs to participate in the procurement/contract process which may include: Page 7686 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 22 (1) Attending trade fairs which include representatives from these enterprises. (2) Attending meetings and social events wherein these enterprises are present. (3) Utilizing publications aimed at reaching these enterprises. (4) Utilizing Purchasing Directories and other reference sources that list these enterprises. (5) Publicizing this Policy to encourage these enterprises to participate in the County's procurement process. (6) Other actions designed to identify opportunities for these enterprises who seek to provide commodities and services to the County. c. Maintain a list of these enterprises. d. Disseminate information regarding competitive opportunities with the County in order to allow qualified small businesses and DBEs, MBEs, and WBEs to participate in the County's procurement process. 3. Conformity with Applicable Law: The provisions of this section shall be construed in conformity with applicable state and federal law. To the extent that state law conflicts with federal law, federal law shall supersede such state law. 15. PROCEDURE TO PROVIDE PREFERENCE TO LOCAL BUSINESS IN COUNTY CONTRACTS Except where otherwise provided by federal or state law or other funding source restrictions or as otherwise set forth in this Procurement Ordinance, purchases of commodities and services shall give preference to local businesses in the following manner: 1. "Local Business" defined. Local business means the vendor has a current Business Tax Receipt issued by the Collier County Tax Collector prior to bid or proposal submission to do business within Collier County, and that identifies the business with a permanent physical business address located within the limits of Collier County from which the vendor's staff operates and performs business in an area zoned for the conduct of such business. A Post Office Box or a facility that receives mail, or a non-permanent structure such as a construction trailer, storage shed, or other non-permanent structure shall not be used for the purpose of establishing said physical address. In addition to the foregoing, a vendor shall not be considered a "local business" unless it contributes to the economic development and well-being of Collier County in a verifiable and measurable way. This may include, but not be limited to, the retention and expansion of employment opportunities, support and increase to the County's tax base, and residency of employees and principals of the business within Collier County. Vendors shall affirm in writing their compliance with the foregoing at the time of submitting their bid or proposal to be eligible for consideration as a "local business" under this section. A vendor who misrepresents the Local Preference status of its firm in a proposal or bid submitted to the County will lose the privilege to claim Local Preference status for a period of up to one year. 2. Preference in purchase of commodities and services by means of competitive bid, request for proposals, qualifications, or other submittals, and competitive negotiation and selection. Page 7687 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 23 Under any such applicable solicitation, bidders/proposers desiring to receive local preference will be invited and required to affirmatively state and provide documentation as set forth in the solicitation in support of their status as a local business. Any bidder/proposer who fails to submit sufficient documentation with their bid/proposal offer shall not be granted local preference consideration for the purposes of that specific contract award. Except where federal or State law, or any other funding source, mandates to the contrary, Collier County and its agencies and instrumentalities, will give preference to local businesses in the following manner: a. Competitive bid (local price match option). Each formal competitive bid solicitation shall clearly identify how the price order of the bids received will be evaluated and determined. When a responsible and responsive, non-local business submits the lowest price bid, and the bid submitted by one or more responsible and responsive local businesses is within ten percent of the price submitted by the non-local business, then the local business with the apparent lowest bid offer (i.e., the lowest local bidder) shall have the opportunity to submit an offer to match the price(s), less one (1) dollar, offered by the overall lowest, responsible and responsive bidder. In such instances, staff shall first verify if the lowest non-local bidder and the lowest local bidder are in fact responsible and responsive bidders. Next, the Procurement Services Division shall determine if the lowest local bidder meets the requirements of F.S. § 287.087 (Preferences to businesses with drug-free workplace programs). If the lowest local bidder meets the requirements of F.S. § 287.087, the Procurement Services Division shall invite the lowest local bidder to submit a matching offer, less one (1) dollar, within five (5) business days thereafter. If the lowest local bidder submits an offer that fully matches the lowest bid, less one (1) dollar, from the lowest non-local bidder tendered previously, then award shall be made to the local bidder. If the lowest local bidder declines or is unable to match the lowest non-local bid price(s), then award will be made to the lowest overall responsible and responsive bidder. If the lowest local bidder does not meet the requirement of F.S. § 287.087, and the lowest non-local bidder does, award will be made to the bidder that meets the requirements of the reference State law. b. Request for proposals, qualifications, or other submittals and competitive negotiation and selection. For all purchases of commodities and services procured through the Competitive Proposals or Competitive Selection and Negotiation methods not otherwise exempt from this local preference section, the RFP solicitation shall include a weighted criterion for local preference that equals 10 percent of the total points in the evaluation criteria published in the solicitation. Purchases of professional services as defined and subject to F.S. § 287.055 and audit and accounting services subject to F.S. § 11.45 shall not be subject to this local preference section. c. Should a tie bid occur between a non-local bidder and a local bidder, the County shall award the contract to the local bidder. Should a tie occur between two local bidders, the County will "flip a coin" in front of three (3) witnesses, between the Page 7688 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 24 two lowest bidders. The coin toss winner will be awarded the contract upon approval by the Board of County Commissioners. 3. Waiver of the application of local preference. The application of Local Preference to a particular purchase or contract may be waived upon approval of the Board of County Commissioners, or as identified where exempt from competitive process in SECTION EIGHT, or as otherwise provided by law. 4. Comparison of qualifications. The preferences established herein in no way prohibit the right of the Board of County Commissioners to compare quality of materials proposed for purchase and compare qualifications, character, responsibility, and fitness of all persons, firms or corporations submitting bids or proposals. Further, the preferences established herein in no way prohibit the right of the County Commission from giving any other preference permitted by law instead of the preferences granted herein. 5. Reciprocity. In the event Lee County, or any other Florida county or municipality ("local government") deemed appropriate by the Collier County Board of Commissioners, extends preferences to local businesses, Collier County may enter into an inter-local agreement with such local government wherein the preferences of this section may be extended and made available to vendors that have a valid occupational license issued by that specific local government to do business in that local government that authorizes the vendor to provide the commodities and services to be purchased, and a physical business address located within the limits of that local government. Post Office Boxes are not verifiable and shall not be used for the purpose of establishing said physical address. In addition to the foregoing, a vendor shall not be considered a "local business" unless it contributes to the economic development and well-being of the said local government whichever is applicable, in a verifiable and measurable way. This may include, but not be limited to, the retention and expansion of employment opportunities, the support and increase to that local government's tax base, and residency of employees and principals of the business located within the limits of that local government. Vendors shall affirm in writing their compliance with the foregoing at the time of submitting their bid or proposal to be eligible for consideration as a "local business" under this section. In no event shall the amount of the preference accorded other local government firms exceed the amount of preference that such local government extends to Collier County firms competing for its contracts. 6. Purview and administration of this Local Preference Policy. This policy shall apply to all departments and units under the direct purview of the Board of County Commissioners. For purchases of $50,000.00 or less, the Procurement Services Division shall systematically encourage departments to include local vendors when soliciting quotations in accordance with this policy. 7. This Policy shall not be utilized with respect to any competitive solicitation for construction services in which 50 percent or more of the cost will be paid from state-appropriated funds which have been appropriated at the time of the competitive solicitation. Page 7689 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 25 16. PAYMENT OF INVOICES 1. Agencies under the purview of the Board of County Commissioners shall be in compliance with F.S. § 218.70, otherwise known as the "Local Government Prompt Payment Act." Pursuant to this, the requirements of this section shall apply to the following transactions: a. The purchase of commodities and services. b. The purchase or lease of personal property. c. The lease of real property. d. Direct Material Purchase. 2. Should the County Manager intend to authorize minor payment variances between the purchase orders and invoices, this authority to pay such variances shall not exceed 5% of the purchase order amount or $500, whichever is less. All such variances need to be identified on the modified purchase order and are subject to approval by Procurement Services. 3. The County Manager or designee may pay freight and delivery charges not in compliance with the FOB destination terms contained in the County General Terms and Conditions as an exception. 4. It shall be the responsibility of the County Manager, in consultation with the Clerk's Finance Director and operating Divisions, to establish, procedures for the timely payment of all transactions as defined under subsection 16.1. Such procedures shall be contained in a separate Standard Operating Procedure and include, but are not limited to the following: a. Formally defining the County's requirements for the content and submission of a proper invoice, codifying the County's payment requirements, and notifying each vendor of their availability. b. Steps required for the receipt of all invoices and the prompt return of improper invoices. c. Steps required for the resolution of payment disputes between the County and a vendor. 5. Vendor Payment Dispute Resolution Process. The purpose of this section is to establish a procedure whereby payment disputes with vendors who provide goods and services to the County are resolved in a timely manner and in keeping with the Local Government Prompt Payment Act. a. Definitions. The definitions set forth in the Local Government Prompt Payment Act (F.S. § 218.72, 2016) are hereby incorporated by reference. b. If an improper payment request or invoice is submitted by a vendor, the County shall, within 10 days after the improper payment request or invoice is received, notify the vendor, in writing, that the payment request or invoice is improper and indicate what corrective action on the part of the vendor is needed to make the payment request or invoice proper. c. If the parties are unable to reach resolution on the payment dispute, the County Manager shall appoint a Hearing Examiner, to whom the matter will be referred. Page 7690 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 26 The Hearing Examiner shall have the sole and full authority to thereafter resolve the dispute. The proceedings before the Hearing Examiner to resolve the dispute shall commence within thirty-five (35) days after the date the payment request or improper invoice was received by the County and shall be concluded with final written decision by the Hearing Examiner within forty-five (45) days after the date the payment request or improper invoice was received by the County. These proceedings are not subject to F.S. ch. 120, and do not constitute an administrative hearing. Rather, these proceedings are intended to be quasi- judicial, open to the public, with the written decision of the Hearing Examiner being final, subject only to certiorari review. If the dispute is resolved in favor of the County, interest charges shall begin to accrue fifteen (15) days after the Hearing Examiner's final decision. If the dispute is resolved in favor of the Vendor, interest begins to accrue as of the original date the payment became due. d. If the County does not timely commence this dispute resolution process within the time required, a contractor may give written notice to the County of the failure to timely commence this dispute resolution procedure. If the County fails to commence this dispute resolution procedure within four business days after such notice, any amounts resolved in the contractor's favor shall bear mandatory interest, as set forth in F.S. ch. 218, from the date the payment request or invoice containing the disputed amounts was submitted to the County. If the dispute resolution procedure is not commenced within four (4) business days after the notice, the objection to the payment request or invoice shall be deemed waived. The waiver of an objection pursuant to this paragraph does not relieve a contractor of its contractual obligations. e. In an action to recover amounts due under this part, the court shall award court costs and reasonable attorney's fees, including fees incurred through appeal, to the prevailing party. f. The conduct of the Hearing Examiner proceedings, including notice, process, and criteria, shall be set forth in the Procurement Division's Policies and Procedures. 17. ADVANCE PAYMENTS FOR GOODS AND SERVICES Procedures for the pre-payment of goods and services with County funds including, but not limited to, dues and membership, insurance, maintenance agreements, subscriptions, travel arrangements, postage, and other purchases shall be as prescribed by the Department of Financial Services through their Administrative Rules. As provided for in F.S. § 28.235, the Procurement Ordinance “SECTION SEVENTEEN”, the Clerk of the Circuit Court is authorized to make advanced payments on behalf of the County for goods and services. Advanced payments may be made for other goods and services if approved in advance by both the Procurement Services Division Director and the Clerk of the Circuit Court Accounts Payable up to the Formal Competitive Threshold. The Board may review and approve requests for advanced payment above the Formal Competitive Threshold. Page 7691 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 27 The criteria for approval may include: a. Advance payment will result in a savings to the County, and/or, b. The goods or services are only available if the advance payment is made. Requests for approval of advance payment will be forwarded to the Procurement Services Division for approval and must include information indicating that the payment meets one of the above criteria and that the division has complied with the applicable procurement requirements. 18. STANDARDIZATION, COOPERATIVE PURCHASING AGREEMENTS AND GOVERNMENTAL CONTRACTS 1. Where standardization is determined to be desirable by the Board of County Commissioners, and the resulting action is either a Single or Sole Source procurement, the purchase of commodities may be made by negotiation with the approval of the purchase by the Board or, if under the Formal Competitive Threshold, with approval of the purchase by the Procurement Services Division Director. 1.1. Standardization may be the result of a formal evaluation process facilitated by the Procurement Services Division or the recognition of the historical use of a product as determined by the Procurement Services Division. 1.2. All Standardization requests require submittal of a Standardization Request Form and are subject to review by Procurement staff and approval by the Procurement Services Division Director. Approved Standardization requests may result in the need for a sole source or single source and may require further Board approval. 2. Annually, the Board of County Commissioners will approve a list of authorized purchasing cooperative organizations and governmental schedules and contracts. The Procurement Services Division Director may approve purchases using these approved cooperative organizations, agreements and contracts with no further action required by the Board providing that funds have been budgeted for these specific purposes. Additionally, the Procurement Services Division Director may join other public agencies in cooperative purchasing organizations and/or agreements if determined to be in the County's best interest, and if the consortium agreement has not had prior Board approval. The use of any new cooperative agreement must be approved by the Board prior to the use of the agreement. 19. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION Purpose. The purpose for this section is to provide the steps necessary for the administration of contracts entered into by the County. This section is designed to advise employees of County procedures to ensure compliance with laws, rules, procedures, and regulations. Proper contract administration protects the rights of the parties and ensures that obligations of the parties are met. The goal is to achieve the best Page 7692 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 28 interest of Collier County citizens through the successful administration of contracts. The administration of County contracts involves the contribution of a variety of distinct disciplines and roles, including: • Organizational Management • County Project Management • Planning • Contract Development • Procurement Professionals • Financial Management • Audit Professionals • Contractor/Project Manager Governing Laws, Policies and Regulations. Collier County contracts shall be administered in accordance with procedures established in this Procurement Manual, the Collier County Procurement Ordinance (see Section 19, Contract Administration), and any applicable State and Federal law provisions. The requirements of this section serve as a guide in the administration of County contracts. If the terms of a Collier County contract differ, conflict, or are inconsistent with this Procurement Manual, the solicitation, or the purchase order, the documents shall be given precedence in the following order: 1. Procurement Ordinance 2. Contract 3. Solicitation 4. Purchase Order 5. Procurement Manual 1. Contract Document. Contracts are generally created under any of the following circumstances: a. Construction services and on-site services where the County prefers a contract and deems it in the best interest and protection of the County; b. For the procurement of commodities or services, resulting from informal or formal competition in excess of $100,000; c. In the best interest of the County to memorialize details of the transaction, or if an expenditure would benefit from specific written terms and conditions; and d. When required by law, policy, or other established regulations. Page 7693 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 29 1.1. Types of Contracts. In addition to the contracts defined in the Collier County Procurement Ordinance, Section Four, Definitions (Continuing Contract, Fixed-Fee Agreement, Lease Agreement, Lump Sum or Specific Project Agreement, Term Contract, Purchase Order Driven, and Work Order/Work Assignment), the following are additional types of contracts: Blanket Purchase Order shall mean a form of contract that encumbers appropriated funds directed to a single vendor to furnish or deliver commodities or services to the County on an as-needed basis without having to obligate itself to a total contract amount. Blanket Purchase Orders do not survive after the underlying contract expires. Concessionaire Agreement is a negotiated contract between a vendor and the County that gives the vendor the right to operate a specific business within the County's jurisdiction, subject to certain conditions. Construction Manager at Risk (CMR/CMAR) Agreement is a construction delivery method in which the County enters into separate contracts with the designer and builder, often at or about the same time so that both parties can collaborate. Selection is based on an evaluation of qualifications and price, and the contractor offers a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) instead of a fixed bid. The Construction Manager at Risk is responsible and accepts risk for constructing the entire project for the GMP and the Contractor is responsible for assembling the team of suppliers and subcontractors. Design-Build Agreement is a delivery method for construction projects that combines the architectural, engineering, and construction services required for a project into a single contractual agreement. Revenue Generating Agreement shall mean a contract whose primary purpose is to generate revenue or to create a business opportunity for the County. 2. Administration. Pursuant to the Procurement Ordinance, Section Nineteen, Contract Administration, subsection 2, every procurement for goods and services shall be administered by the requesting Division through an appointed Contract Administrative Agent. 2.1. Roles and Responsibilities: 2.1.1. Originating Division Director is accountable for all contracts within his/her designated authority. The Division Director is responsible for the following, as applicable: a. Designating a Contract Administrative Agent for every contract under the division; b. In cases where two or more divisions are responsible for a contract, the parties will select a Contract Administrative Agent to serve on behalf of the divisions; c. Ensuring that the designated Contract Administrative Agent has a thorough understanding of the terms and conditions of the Contract and effectively manages the Contract in accordance with County procedures; Page 7694 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 30 d. Reviewing work orders, change orders, and amendments to confirm that the scope is in accordance with the scope of the contract; and e. Approving work orders, change orders, and amendments in accordance with County procedures. 2.1.2. Contract Administrative Agent may also be referred to as Project Manager. Unless otherwise noted, the Administrative Agent is responsible for the following, as applicable: a. Proper contract management and administration process; b. Developing the contract/project scope and specifications; c. Completing the necessary steps to request a new solicitation with the Procurement Division; d. Participating in the development of the Contract and writing draft documents for approval through the appropriate County procedures; d. Consulting with other divisions that may be affected by the Contract; e. Recommending an annual expenditure cap for the contract; f. Establishing a project kick-off/post-award meeting, if applicable, once a contract is approved; i. Managing contractor performance in accordance with the established terms and conditions; j. Managing, approving, and documenting any changes (change orders, amendment, and work orders) to the Contract; k. Initiating and participating in termination, renewals, extensions, and amendments process to the contract; l. Working with the Procurement Division to ensure that up-to-date insurance certificates and bonds are on file; m. Implementing “Corrective Action” when the Contractor is not in contract compliance; n. Communicating contract deficiencies to the Procurement Contract Manager, Contractor, Administrative Division Director, and appropriate County officials in a timely manner and in accordance with County procedures; o. Approving project reports and invoices for payment, unless that authority has been designated to another person; p. Completing closeout and vendor performance evaluation(s); and q. Working with the Vendor and the Clerk’s Finance Office to timely process payment and/or resolve payment issues. 2.1.2.1. The Contract Administrative Agent is not authorized to: a. Instruct the Contractor to start work before the Contract is fully executed and a purchase order has been issued; b. Change the scope of the Contract/Work Order without doing so through a formal amendment or change order; c. Direct the Contractor to perform work that is not specifically described and funded by the Contract/Work Order; Page 7695 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 31 d. Extend the term of the Contract/Work Order without an approved amendment or change order, unless otherwise approved in the agreement; e. Authorize the Contractor to incur any additional costs over the contract limit set by the Contract/Work Order, unless approved in accordance with the County’s approved procedures; and f. Order or direct the Contractor to supply goods and services not specifically itemized in the Agreement through the required Change Order or Amendment. 2.2. Procurement Contract Manager. The Procurement Services Division provides contract oversight to ensure that contracts and related documents presented for approval to the Collier County Board of County Commissioners and/or the County Manager or designee comply with applicable State and federal laws, and County policies and procedures. The Procurement Contract Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, distributing and revising the contract templates, contract Procurement Manual, standard operating procedures, contract administration training, and ancillary forms; coordinating the tracking of all County contracts; preparing contract amendments, extensions, renewals, assumption agreements, provides guidance on corrective action methods and terminations; assisting County offices with the interpretation and application of County, State, federal or other contract policies; coordinate with the County Attorney’s Office, and offering training and technical assistance services. 2.3. Contract Planning. The contract management process begins with the division providing Procurement a clear and concise performance-based scope of work or contract specifications. Generally, a scope of work refers to services being provided, while contract specifications refer to items that are going to be received. In either case, the scope of work or contract specifications should be the road map for successful contract management and administration. Planning for an effective contract administration process occurs prior to issuance of the solicitation or creating a contract. At a minimum, the scope of work or contract specifications should: a. Establish the County’s requirements; b. Provide a shared understanding of each party’s responsibilities; c. Include specific terms to evaluate the performance of the contract; d. Form the basis for contract administration and management; e. Be clear, complete, concise, and consistent, and written in plain English understandable to lay readers. Efficient contract administration ensures that the contract requirements are satisfied, the goods and services are delivered in a timely manner, and the financial interests of the County are protected. Effective contract administration minimizes or eliminates problems and potential claims and disputes. Page 7696 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 32 3. Contract Modifications. Section Nineteen, subsection 3 of the Procurement Ordinance dictates the requirements pertaining to modifications and amendments to Contracts, Work Orders, Change Orders, Purchase Orders, and the termination of contracts and is further outlined below. The County Manager, as needed, may request for all modifications to be presented to the Board through a stand-alone executive summary. Modifications and Amendments to Contracts, Work Orders, Change Orders and Purchase Orders 1. Contracts less than $50,000 (The limitations are cited in Section I above.)  The County Manager or designee is authorized to approve new contracts or agreements and amendments, extensions, and renewals of such contracts or agreements unless otherwise specified by action of the Board of County Commissioners. 2. Emergency procurements  The $50,000 limitation set forth above is waived in the event of an emergency procurement made pursuant to Section Eleven, subsection 8. of the Procurement Ordinance. 3. After-the-Fact-Procurement  Purchases not made in compliance with the County’s Procurement Ordinance will be reported to the County Manager and Board on the Procurement Services Administrative Ratification Report. 4. Assignments of contracts  For all Board approved contracts, the Board of County Commissioners shall approve all assignments of contracts.  The County Manager or designee is authorized to approve assignments of County Manager or designee- approved contracts. 5. Termination of contracts  Notices that terminate a Board-approved purchase or contract in its entirety must be approved by the Board of County Commissioners prior to termination.  Notices that terminate a County Manager or designee- approved purchase or contract in its entirety must be approved by the County Manager or designee prior to termination. Page 7697 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 33 6. Modifications, such as time (number of days) that are more than twenty percent (20%), and contract amounts that are more than ten percent (10%) of the current Board approved aggregate amount; • The modification is presented to the Board for approval by the requesting Division Contract Administrative Agent. • Example: The Board approved a contract for a total contract value of $200,000. Subsequently, Change Order #1 for $10,000 was approved by the County Manager or designee. Staff is proposing to increase the contract by an additional $20,000 in the form of Change Order #2. The change order will require approval by the Board, since the cumulative total of the two Change Orders is over 10%. • The 10% threshold is applied to the current Board approved contract amount. • See 3.1 Exclusions below. 7. Modifications, such as time (number of days) that are less than twenty percent (20%), and contract amounts that are less than ten percent (10%) of current Board approved aggregate amount; • Such modifications may be approved by the County Manager or designee and are presented to the Board on the Procurement Services Report for ratification approval. • Example: The Board approved a contract for a total contract value of $200,000. County Staff is proposing to increase the contract by $10,000 in the form of Change Order #1. The County Manager or designee may approve Change Order #1. • See 3.1. Exclusions below. 8. Authorization for the use of Board approved allowances and reallocation of funds between line items. • The modification is approved by the Procurement Services Division, without further Board approval, pursuant to Section Nineteen, subsection 3.c. of the Procurement Ordinance. 9. Material Changes in Scope of Board-approved contracts • Board approval is required, if the change meets the material Variance/Material Deviation definition. 10. Material Changes in Scope of non-Board approved contracts • County Manager or designee approval is required, if the change meets the material deviation definition and the total contract value does not exceed the threshold established in Section Three, subsection 3, of the Procurement Ordinance. Page 7698 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 34 • Material Variance/Material Deviation is a major variance, change, deviation, or substitution to a specification proposed by a bidder/offeror that gives the bidder/offeror a substantial advantage or benefit not enjoyed by all other bidder/offerors or that gives the procuring party something significantly different from what was specified in the solicitation. 3.1. Exclusions. Section Nineteen, subsection 3.e. of the Procurement Ordinance excludes the following contracts from the above reporting process: term contracts, fixed-fee contracts, or blanket purchase orders where the County desires to procure commodities and/or services on an as- needed basis without having to obligate itself to a total contract amount. Rather, such purchases shall be based on fixed unit prices or other predetermined pricing methods and shall be limited in quantity by the amount of funds appropriated in the budget of the operating Division(s). Such purchases shall be subject to all other provisions of the Procurement Ordinance. Application Example: An original contract was approved by the Board for as-needed services without an associated total contract value, only contingent upon the funds being allocated in the Board approved budget. A proposed Amendment to add an additional line item that is within the original scope of the services may be approved by the Contractor and County Manager or designee, without Board approval. 3.2. Amendments. A contract amendment is used to make modifications to the agreement between the County and the Contractor. All contract amendments must be in writing and approved by all appropriate parties. The Contract Administrative Agent will complete the Amendment Request Form and submit to the Procurement Services Division. The form is available on the Procurement Services Division SharePoint. 3.3. Change Orders. The Contract Administrative Agent may issue a Change Order and submit to the Procurement Services Division for approval. The Change Order must comply with the terms of the contract. The change order form is available on the Procurement Services Division SharePoint. 3.4. Contract Terminations. In the event the Contract Administrative Agent believes that it is no longer in the County’s interests to remain under contract with a Contractor, the Contract Administrative Agent may consider terminating the contract for convenience or cause, as authorized in the contract and Procurement Ordinance, as amended. Page 7699 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 35 3.4.1. Board Approved Contracts: Notices that terminate in its entirety a Board-approved purchase or contract must be approved by the Board of County Commissioners prior to termination 3.4.2. County Manager or Designee’s Approved Contracts: Notices that terminate in its entirety a County Manager or designee-approved purchase or contract must be approved by the County Manager or designee prior to termination. 4. Contract Extension. Contract extensions for Board-approved contracts for commodities or non-construction services are only permitted as authorized in the original contract and the Procurement Ordinance, as amended. 4.1. Board Approved Contracts: The Procurement Services Division Director may authorize the extension for a period not to exceed six (6) months (cumulatively) and be subject to the same terms and conditions set forth in the contract, if the extension period is provided for in the original contract. Any extension that exceeds six months (cumulatively) shall be approved by the Board of County Commissioners. 4.2. County Manager or Designee’s Approved Contracts: The Procurement Services Division Director may authorize the extension for a period not to exceed six (6) months (cumulatively) subject to the same terms and conditions set forth in the contract if 1) the extension period is provided for in the contract, and 2) the extension will not increase the contract value in excessive of $50,000, per fiscal year. 5. Contract Renewal. The Procurement Services Division Director shall authorize and execute renewals of contracts for commodities and/or services subject to the following conditions: a. That the Contractor has performed in a satisfactory manner and that the Procurement Services Division Director has received a request to renew from the Contractor or Project Manager verifying the Contractor's satisfactory performance. b. That the Board-approved contract pursuant to SECTION ELEVEN Paragraph 14 of the Collier County Procurement Ordinance, provided for a renewal and is renewed subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the initial contract. Cost and term modifications are addressed in the original solicitation document and/or resultant contract. c. That the renewal is done for a set period of time identified in the solicitation document and/or contract, commencing at the end of the contract period. d. That a contract under the formal competitive threshold with multiple renewal year option terms may be approved annually by the Procurement Services Division Director. Proposed renewals that fail to meet one or more of the conditions set forth herein will require the approval of the Board of County Commissioners. Page 7700 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 36 6. Contract Approval. All contracts for commodities and services exceeding SECTION ELEVEN Paragraph 14 of the Collier County Procurement Ordinance, Formal Competitive Threshold, shall be authorized by the Board of County Commissioners. Once approved, subsequent purchase orders referencing those Board approved contracts may be issued by the Procurement Services Division Director. Contracts below the formal competitive threshold, shall be subject to the review and approval by the County Attorney staff and signed by the Procurement Services Division Director. Purchase orders may be issued by the Procurement Services Division Director. No contractor may begin compensable work without an approved purchase order and Notice to Proceed (if applicable). 7. Work Orders. 7.1. The Contract Administrative Agent must comply with the terms of an approved continuing or fixed fee agreement, which authorizes a contractor or consultant to perform a specific task within the broader scope of the master agreement. Nothing in the work order shall conflict with the terms and conditions of the fixed fee contract, and all work performed must fall within the scope and term of the underlying agreement. 7.2. Work Assignments. Work Assignments through the Professional Service Library are administered by the Procurement Division under the protocol of the Procurement Manual, Section 11a. Procurement Method. The Contract Administrative Agent will comply with the rotation process established in the contract and in the Procurement Manual, Section 11a. Procurement Method. 7.3. Work Directives. A written directive issued to a contractor in instances where the parties cannot agree on price and/or costs associated with work arising from differing, unforeseen or emergency site conditions and the work in question is part of the “critical path” of the contract schedule. 7.3.1. The Contract Administrative Agent will issue a written work directive as a temporary instrument in limited instances where a formal, immediate unilateral authorization to the Contractor is required to keep the project moving forward. Generally, the use of work directive changes shall be limited to construction services agreements and specifically work items defined to be on the critical path of the contract schedule. A written directive is issued by the Contract Administrative Agent to a Contractor in instances where unforeseen or emergency site conditions or other circumstances that create a condition whereby the critical path of the project would be adversely affected if the work cannot move forward timely. 7.3.2. The Contract Administrative Agent shall process a Change Order resulting from the issuance of a Work Directive within sixty (60) business days and in accordance with the requirements of the Procurement Ordinance. 7.3.3. The Contract Administrative Agent may issue a verbal Work Directive only in extraordinary emergencies which shall be followed up with a written Work Directive within five Page 7701 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 37 (5) business days. The written document serves to ensure that the contractor is acknowledging the action that is being taken in the Work Directive and that they agree upon a price. Regardless of the impact, the Contract Administrative Agent shall negotiate a change order with the Contractor in follow-up to the work directive change. 7.3.4. In a project specific construction agreement, the original Substantial Completion is the number of days identified in the agreement and then formalized with a date in the Notice to Proceed. If situations arise wherein days should be added to allow the construction to reach Substantial Completion, then a Change Order (or Change Orders) should be processed prior to the Substantial Completion date. Change Orders processed to extend the Substantial Completion will also extend the Final Completion date. 7.4. Allowance. If the Contract Administrative Agent desires to use the allowance provided in the existing approved contract, the Contract Administrative Agent will process a change order. If the Contract Administrative Agent desires to reallocate funds between line items of the existing contract, except for the allowance, the Contract Administrative Agent will prepare a Change Order that identifies the affected line items, its current dollar values and the revised dollar amounts. The Procurement Services Division Director is authorized per the Procurement Ordinance, as amended, Section Nineteen, Contract Administration, subsection 3.c., to approve the reallocation of funds between line items without further Board approval. 8. Consent to Assignments of Contract. For all approved contracts, the Board of County Commissioners shall approve all assignments of contracts requested by the predecessor contracting party. 9. Authority Limitation and Delegation; Promulgation of Procedures: The Procurement Services Division Director may delegate to one or more Procurement Services Division employees any or all aspects of the authority vested in the Procurement Services Division Director. All authority to execute documents that is vested pursuant to this Section, in the Procurement Services Division Director or any other person shall be subject to the limits of any applicable federal, state or other law. 10. Payments to Contractors, Vendors and Consultants: Prior to the execution of a formal contract subject to the Procurement Ordinance and this Procurement Manual, the Procurement Services Division Director shall establish a formal payment schedule and payment terms within the agreement. Such terms and conditions shall be consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws and the formal solicitation documents. Page 7702 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 38 10.1. After contract award, the County shall pay Contractors for the services rendered in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in the Contract, in an amount not to exceed that authorized by each Purchase Order, contingent upon an appropriation by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners. The County shall promptly notify Contractors if the necessary appropriation is not made. No Contractor shall begin compensable work without an issued purchase order for the project. 10.2. Retainage. In accordance with F.S. § 218.735(8), the Procurement Services Division Director may withhold from each progress payment made to the contractor an amount not exceeding 5 percent of the payment as retainage. The Procurement Services Division Director may establish, in writing, a schedule(s) to further reduce the percentage of cumulative retainage held throughout the course of the project schedule where warranted and according to law. Recommendation to reduce the percentage of cumulative retainage shall be subject to the following: a. Project Manager must submit a request to the Procurement Service Division Director for approval identifying the following: i. Whether the contractor has performed in a satisfactory manner. ii. List of any outstanding claims or disputes. iii. Contract Balance. iv. Retainage Balance. v. Date of Certificate of Substantial Completion with punch list, was fully executed. vi. Date of Final Completion. vii. Amount of any liquidated damages assessed or intend to waive. b. That any decision to reduce retainage shall be formally communicated in a letter to the Contractor's representative and that the letter affirmatively states that the Contractor has performed the contract work in a satisfactory manner. 11. County staff shall comply with Florida Statute Section 218.735. Timely payment for purchases of construction services. 12. Contract Disputes. In the event of conflicts or inconsistencies between this section or the dispute resolution language contained in the contract, the Collier County Procurement Ordinance shall be given precedence. 12.1. Payment Disputes. Should a Contractor payment dispute arise, the parties shall follow the process outlined in the Procurement Ordinance at Section Sixteen, subsection 5, Vendor Payment Dispute Resolution Process. 12.2. For all other contract disputes follow the process established in the corresponding contract. 12.3. Waiver of Liquidated Damages require approval of the Board of County Commissioners. Page 7703 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 39 13. Monitoring of Contract Performance and Deliverables. Monitoring of contract performance is a key function of efficient contract administration. It is essential to ensure that the Contractor is performing all duties in accordance with the Contract and the appropriate County staff members are aware of any developing problems or issues. During the life of the Contract, the Contract Administrative Agent should communicate regularly with the Contractor, monitoring whether the goods and services required of the Contract are being provided in accordance with the Contract and working to resolve any issues promptly. Whenever possible, the parties should seek to resolve disputes informally by direct discussion. It is essential for the Contract Administrative Agent to apply the Twelve Key Metrics that have been developed to assist in this effort and become part of any County/Contractor contract relationship. Twelve Key Metrics: 1. Customer Service - Provides excellent customer service to both the County staff and the public. 2. Contract Deliverables - Supplies the goods and services outlined in the agreement. 3. A Delivery Schedule - Maintains the agreed schedule and avoids delays. 4. Quality - Provides the highest level of quality of goods and services. 5. Billing and Invoicing - Submits detailed and accurate invoices matching the work performed. 6. Project Management - Consistently demonstrates the ability to stay on top of their process. 7. Subcontractor Management - Maintains a professional relationship with subcontractors. 8. Equipment and Resources - Provides the best available equipment to perform the work. 9. Materials Management - Demonstrates “best practice” in handling and storage. 10. Cost Control - Holds and manages cost to avoid exceeding budget projections. 11. Maintaining Technical Requirements - Monitors quality control of the products and process. 12. Safety Standards - Ensures staff is trained and properly equipped to perform the work safely. The Contract Administrative Agent should complete a Corrective Action Report when a Contractor is failing to meet any of the above Twelve Key Metrics and upload it in the County’s Vendor Evaluation database. 14. Contract Closeout. A contract is closed when all work described in the project scope is completed, when all contract dollars have been expended, or when the Contract is terminated. Page 7704 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 40 The Contract Administrative Agent is responsible for closeout activities, including but not limited to: • Validating all deliverables and services have been delivered and accepted; • Verifying all project reports have been received and accepted; • Confirming any claims and performance issues have been resolved and liquidated damages have been properly assessed for non-performance/non- compliance; • Validating Substantial and Final Completion; Final Payment Checklist; Substantial Completion; Warranty forms have been processed, if applicable; • Acceptance of a Contractor Transition Plan, outlining in detail the transfer of property to the County, project knowledge and training to be conducted with the appropriate County representatives, etc., if applicable; • Disposal of any County surplus property, in accordance with the County’s policies and procedures; • Completing a Contractor Performance Evaluation through the County’s vendor evaluation system; and • Conducting a debriefing with Contractor. 20. PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS A contractor or vendor shall provide a surety bond from a surety company to guarantee full and faithful performance of a contract obligation and the payment of labor and material expended pursuant to a contract whenever, and in such amounts, as required by statute or otherwise as deemed necessary by the Procurement Services Division Director. An irrevocable letter of credit from a financial institution operating within the State of Florida (or other alternative forms of surety as permitted under Florida law) may be sufficient in place of the performance bond if so provided for in the bid and contract documents. All such bonds or letters of credit shall be approved as to form by the County Attorney and held by the Clerk's Board Minutes and Records Department. 20.1. Construction Contracts Bonds. Fla. Stat. §255.05, requires that County construction or repairs of public building projects valued at $200,000 require a performance and payment bond. The Contractor is required to provide the Procurement Services Division with a certified bond prior to Board of County Commissioner approval. The Procurement Services Division will include the certified bond with the contract to be presented to the Board for approval. All other Contract Bonds, as required, must be provided prior to any Board approval of a contract. The bond will be included as part of the Purchase Order requisition. 20.2. Insurance. Evidence of insurance is required of contractors to protect County assets, County employees and the public from losses for property damage, bodily injury, loss of use, business interruption and financial loss. The amount of insurance coverage required for each contract will be specified by the County’s Risk Management Division. Insurance certificates will be required and reviewed by Risk prior to the approval of any contract. During the life of the contract, the Contractor is required to maintain all the specified insurance requirements. Page 7705 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 41 21. UNAUTHORIZED PURCHASES All purchases made shall be consistent and in compliance with the Procurement Ordinance. Any purchase or contract made contrary to the provisions hereof and contrary to Florida law shall not be approved and the County shall not be bound thereby. County employees and officers are expected to ensure they do not make a purchase of commodities or services or execute a contract for commodities or services in conflict with the Procurement Ordinance. When a purchase transaction is found to be not in conformance with the Procurement Ordinance or Procurement Manual, the Procurement Services Division Director will consider the facts pertaining to the transaction, and in consultation with the Operating Division Director, will determine whether it is in the best interests of the County to proceed with the purchase. If a determination is made to proceed with the purchase, the purchase will be evaluated based on purchasing thresholds. The Procurement Services Division Director may approve the purchase if the value is less than the Formal Competitive Threshold. If the purchase value exceeds the formal competitive threshold, the Operating Division Director will create an Executive Summary for final Board review and approval. Should work be authorized or purchases made not in conformance with County Policy, an After-the- Fact Procurement Form is required. This includes purchases made in advance of a Purchase Order, when a Purchase Order is required to authorize such activity, and purchases made under an expired contract, or for goods and services not covered by the current contract or purchase order. All such “After the Fact Procurements” will be reported to the County Manager. All employees making purchases not in conformance with the Procurement Ordinance and Procurement Manual are subject to the provisions of CMA 5311.1 - 2 Standards of Conduct, and the Ethical Standards outlined in Section 7 of this Procurement Manual. Failure or refusal to abide by the administrative procedures or business operations procedures contained within the Procurement Ordinance and the Procurement Manual subject the employee to the Human Resources Practices and Procedures which may lead to disciplinary action up to and including discharge. 22. PROHIBITION AGAINST SUBDIVISION No contract or purchase shall be subdivided to avoid seeking the proper approval from the designated authority, or to avoid the requirements of this Procurement Ordinance or of Federal or State law. 23. PROTESTS The purpose of this section is to accommodate legitimate protests concerning formal competitive solicitations and recommended contract awards prior to award of a contract by the Board of County Commissioners. 1. Any respondent to an ITB, ITN, RFP, IFQ, or RPS who alleges to be aggrieved in connection with the solicitation or award of a contract, (hereafter referred to as "the protesting party") Page 7706 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 42 may protest to the Procurement Services Division Director, who shall serve as the sole recipient of any and all notices of intent to protest and all formal protests. 2. With respect to a protest of the terms, conditions and specifications contained in a solicitation, including any provisions governing the methods for evaluation of bids, proposals or replies, awarding contracts, reserving rights for further negotiation or modifying or amending any contract, the protesting party shall file a notice of intent to protest within three (3) days, excluding weekends and County holidays, after the first publication, whether by posting or formal advertisement of the solicitation. The formal written protest shall be filed within five (5) days of the date the notice of intent is filed. Formal protests of the terms, conditions and specifications shall contain all of the information required for the Procurement Services Division Director to render a decision on the formal protest and determine whether postponement of the bid opening or proposal/response closing time is appropriate. The Procurement Services Division Director's decision shall be considered final and conclusive unless the protesting party files an appeal of the Procurement Services Division Director's decision. 3. Any actual bidder or respondent who desires to protest a recommended contract award shall submit a notice of intent to protest to the Procurement Services Division Director within three (3) calendar days, excluding weekends and County holidays, from the date of the initial posting of the Notice of Recommended Award. 4. All formal protests with respect to a recommended contract award shall be submitted in writing to the Procurement Services Division Director for a decision. Said protests shall be submitted within five (5) calendar days, excluding weekends and County holidays, from the date that the notice of intent to protest is received by the Procurement Services Division Director, and accompanied by the fee, as set forth below. The protesting party must have standing as defined by established Florida case law to maintain a protest. The formal protest shall contain, but not be limited to the following information: a. Name and address of County Agency affected and the solicitation number and title. b. The name and address of the protesting party. c. A statement of disputed issues of material fact. If there are no disputed material facts, the written letter must so indicate. d. A concise statement of the ultimate facts alleged and of any relevant rules, regulations, statutes, and constitutional provisions entitling the protesting party to relief. e. The protesting party's entitled demand for the relief. f. Such other information as the protesting party deems to be material to the issue. The formal protest shall contain all arguments, facts or data supporting and advancing the protestor's position. Under no circumstances shall the protestor have the right to amend, supplement or modify its formal protest after the filing thereof. Nothing herein shall preclude the County's authority to request additional information from the protesting party or other bidders or proposers in conjunction with the review and rendering of decisions on the protest, including any subsequent appeal. Page 7707 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 43 5. In the event of a timely protest of contract award consistent with the requirements of this section, the Procurement Services Division Director shall not proceed further with the award of the contract until all appropriate administrative remedies as delineated under this section have been exhausted or until the Board of County Commissioners makes a determination on the record that the award of a contract without delay is in the best interests of the County. During this process, the protesting party shall limit their communications with the County to the Office of the County Attorney, and neither the protesting party, their agents or their representatives shall have any private contact or discussions with individual County Commissioners, the County Manager, other County employees, or any independent hearing officer (where applicable) regarding the protest except such communications as may be required or permitted during a hearing, if applicable, or a meeting of the County Commission wherein the solicitation or award is to be considered. 6. The Procurement Services Division Director shall review the merits of each timely protest and in consultation with the Contract Manager and other appropriate County staff, issue a decision stating the reasons for the decision and the protesting party's rights of appeal under this section. Said decision shall be in writing and mailed or otherwise furnished to the protesting party. The decision of the Procurement Services Division Director shall be final and conclusive unless the protesting party delivers a subsequent written notice of appeal to the County Manager within three (3) calendar days, excluding weekends and County holidays from the date of receipt of the decision. In filing a written objection to the Procurement Services Division Director's decision, the protestor shall not introduce new arguments or alter in any other way their protest submission. An appeal of the Procurement Services Division Director's decision shall be limited to a review of the grounds set forth in the formal protest, and no new grounds or arguments will be introduced or considered. 7. In the event of a subsequent appeal pursuant to section 6 above, the County Manager shall determine whether to appoint an independent Hearing Officer to review the formal protest and the Procurement Services Division Director's decision. The Hearing Officer's review shall be limited to the grounds set forth in the formal protest. The protesting party shall have the burden of proof. The Hearing Officer shall consider the formal protest, the Procurement Services Division Director's decision, and supporting documents and evidence presented at the hearing. In any hearing, irrelevant, immaterial, or unduly repetitious evidence shall be excluded. All other evidence of a type commonly relied upon by reasonably prudent persons in the conduct of their affairs shall be admissible whether or not such evidence would be admissible in a trial in the courts of Florida. The Hearing Officer may grant the motion of any person having standing under Florida law to intervene in the proceedings. Persons or parties shall have the right to be represented by counsel in the proceedings, to call witnesses, and present evidence; provided, however, that the Hearing Officer shall not have the right to compel attendance of witnesses or to permit or compel any discovery. The Hearing Officer will have a maximum of sixty (60) days to schedule and conduct a hearing into the matter and issue a recommended finding of fact and an opinion in writing to the County Manager or designee for submission to the Board of County Commissioners. Should the Hearing Officer find in favor of the County, the protesting party shall pay, in full, the costs of the Hearing Officer. If the Hearing Officer's recommended decision is in favor of the protesting party, then the County will assume this cost. Page 7708 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 44 The County Manager's discretion as to whether to appoint a Hearing Officer shall in no way afford the protestor the right to demand such an appointment or hearing. The decision of a Hearing Officer on a protesting party's appeal shall be submitted to the Board for its consideration as part of a final award decision. Nothing herein shall be construed as creating a right of judicial review of the Hearing Officer's decision, nor shall such decision be binding upon the Board. Additionally, nothing herein shall be construed as limiting the Board's right to reject any and all bids or proposals. 8. Decisions of the Procurement Services Division Director and Hearing Officer (where applicable) will be provided to the protestor prior to the award recommendation being presented to the Board of County Commissioners. Neither the County Manager's decision nor the Hearing Officer's recommended decision shall be construed as an award recommendation triggering additional rights of protest pursuant to this policy. Notwithstanding anything set forth herein to the contrary, the Board of County Commissioners shall retain the authority to make the final award decision. 9. Failure to file a formal protest within the time and manner prescribed by this policy shall constitute a waiver of the right to protest by any protesting party as defined by subsection "A" of this policy. 10. As a condition of filing a formal protest to the Procurement Services Division Director, the protesting party shall submit a non-refundable filing fee for the purpose of defraying the costs of administering the protest. The filing fee shall be submitted with the formal protest. Failure to pay the filing fee shall result in the denial of the protest. The amount of the filing fee shall be as follows: Estimated Contract Amount Filing Fee $250,000.00 or less $500.00 $250,000.01 to $500,000.00 $1,000.00 $500,000.01 to $5 million $3,000.00 $5 million or more $5,000.00 This fee may be modified by Resolution of the Board of County Commissioners. 24. CONTRACT CLAIMS All actual or prospective claims arising against the County from contractors, vendors, or any other party in direct privity with the County to provide goods or services shall first be directly addressed by the parties' administrative representatives in a manner consistent with the agreement between the parties. For any prospective or actual claims or disputes arising under any contract entered into by the County, the Procurement Services Division Director must determine the facts of the dispute. All contract claims should follow the County’s Vendor Payment Dispute Resolution Process outlined in SECTION SIXTEEN, subsection 5 of the Collier County Procurement Ordinance. Page 7709 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 45 25. INSPECTION AND TESTING The Procurement Services Division Director or designee shall inspect, or supervise the inspection of, or cause to be inspected, all deliveries of commodities or services to determine their conformance with the specifications set forth in an order or contract. 1. Inspection by Operating Department: The Procurement Services Division Director shall authorize operating departments to inspect, prior to use, all deliveries made to such operating departments under rules and regulations which the Procurement Services Division Director shall prescribe. 2. Testing: The Procurement Services Division Director shall have the authority to require chemical and physical tests of samples submitted with bids and samples of deliveries which are necessary to determine their quality and conformance with specifications. In the performance of such tests, the Procurement Services Division Director shall have the authority to make use of laboratory facilities of any Agency of the County or of any contracted outside laboratory. 26. PURCHASING CARD PROGRAM (Also refer to CMA #5808) The Procurement Services Division Director shall be responsible for the overall management and operation of the County's purchasing card program in conformance with the Collier County Administrative Practices and Procedures Manual. For the purpose of this Procurement Manual, a purchasing card is a credit card officially assigned to specific employees under the purview of the Board of County Commissioners' agency for the purpose of transacting small and/or strategic purchases. The Procurement Services Division Director shall be authorized to assign cards to employees for these purchases. The Procurement Services Division Director shall be responsible for establishing the following dollar limits for each assigned card: 1. Single Transaction Limit: Not to exceed $3,000.00 per card for Staff, $5,000.00 per card for Managers, and $10,000.00 per card for Directors/Department Heads, unless otherwise authorized by the Procurement Services Division Director. 2. Monthly Spending Limit: Not to exceed $10,000.00 per card for Staff, $15,000.00 per card for Managers, and $25,000 per card for Directors/Department Heads, unless otherwise authorized by the Procurement Services Division Director. 3. Strategic Purchases: The Procurement Services Division Director may utilize (or delegate the authority to other Agency staff to utilize) a purchasing card to place orders that exceed the limits set forth under this section in instances where one or more of the following is true: a. The purchase is to address a valid public emergency; or b. The County will earn revenue through card program rebates; or c. A vendor is requiring the County to order by purchasing card. 4. Sales Tax Compliance: Pursuant to F.S. § 212.08(6), County purchases transacted with vendors within the State of Florida are exempt from the State sales and use tax. In such instances, it is the responsibility of the cardholder to provide the vendor with the appropriate tax exemption information when the card is presented to the vendor. In the event that the cardholder fails to provide the vendor Page 7710 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 46 with the appropriate tax exemption information when the card is presented the cardholder may be responsible for payment of the tax. It is not cost effective or in the public interest to require a cardholder to seek a credit for sales tax collected when the total sale does not exceed $300. In the event that the total sale exceeds $300, the cardholder's Director is responsible to ensure the tax is returned to the County for the purchase. In all such instances, the Procurement Services Division Director shall ensure that the purchase has been approved subject to all other provisions of this policy. All fixed assets purchased using a purchasing card shall be properly reported to the Fixed Assets Section of the Clerk of Courts Finance Division so that it can be properly recorded. 27. CONFLICT OF INTEREST The procurement of goods and services shall comply with all applicable state, local and federal laws concerning ethics and conflict of interest. Refer to section 7 of this Procurement Manual titled “Ethical Standards”. 28. DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION The County Manager may suspend and/or debar vendors, contractors, consultants and other interested and affected persons from active participation in obtaining County contracts upon approval of the Board. The purpose of any such action shall be to protect the County's interests and the integrity of the County's contracting process. The suspension and debarment processes shall be considered to be separate from and in addition to the award evaluation and vendor performance evaluation processes. 1. Definition of Terms: For the purposes of this section, the following terms have been defined as follows: a. Affiliate refers to associated business entities or individuals that control or could control the contractor or are controlled by the contractor or could be controlled by the contractor. b. Civil Judgment refers to a judgment or finding of a civil offense by any court of competent jurisdiction. c. Contractor means any individual or legal entity that: (1) Directly or indirectly (e.g.; through an affiliate), submits offers for or is awarded, or reasonably may be expected to submit offers for or be awarded, a County contract for construction or for procurement of commodities and services, including professional services; or (2) Conducts business, or reasonably may be expected to conduct business, with the County as an agent, surety, representative or subcontractor of another contractor. d. Conviction means a judgment or conviction of a criminal offense, felony, or misdemeanor, by any court of competent jurisdiction, whether entered upon a verdict or a plea and includes a conviction entered upon a plea of nolo contendere. Page 7711 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 47 e. Debarment means action taken by the County to exclude a contractor from County contracting and County-approved subcontracting for a reasonable, specified period as provided herein. f. Preponderance of the Evidence means proof by information that, compared with that opposing it, leads to the conclusion that the fact at issue is more probably true than not. g. Subcontractor: Any individual or legal entity that offers or agrees to provide commodities or services to a party deemed to be a contractor under this section. h. Suspension refers to action taken by the County Manager to temporarily disqualify a contractor from County contracting or County-approved subcontracting pending action of the Board. 2. Suspension: The Procurement Services Division Director shall recommend to the County Manager the suspension of a contractor, subcontractor, or person from consideration for award of contracts if there appears to be a reasonable basis for debarment as set forth herein. If a suspension precedes a debarment, the suspension period shall be considered in determining the debarment period. The suspension period shall not exceed six (6) months without the approval of the Board of County Commissioners. 3. Debarment: a. Causes for Debarment: The prospective causes for debarment include one or more of the following: (1) Conviction for commission of a criminal offense as an incident to obtaining or attempting to obtain a public or private contract or subcontract, or in the performance of such contract or subcontract. (2) Conviction under state or federal law of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification, or destruction of records, receiving stolen property, or any other offense indicating a lack of business integrity or business honesty which currently, seriously and directly affects responsibility as a contractor. (3) Conviction under state or federal antitrust laws arising out of the submission of bids, proposals, or other competitive offers. (4) Violation(s) of County contract(s) provisions, which is (are) deemed to be serious and to warrant debarment, including the failure, without good cause, to perform in accordance with the terms, conditions, specifications, scope, schedule, or any other provisions of the contract(s). (5) Refusal to provide bonds, insurance or other required coverage and certifications thereof within a reasonable time period. (6) Refusal to accept a purchase order, agreement, or contract, or perform accordingly provided such order was issued timely and in conformance with the solicitation and offer received. (7) Presence of principals or corporate officers in the business of concern, who were principals within another business at the time when the other business was suspended or debarred within the last three (3) years under the provisions of this section. Page 7712 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 48 (8) Violation of the ethical standards set forth under applicable state or county laws. (9) Debarment of the contractor by another public agency. (10) Submitting false invoices or invoices that mislead, misrepresent the true costs incurred, or falsely identify either a source of material or a provider of a service. (11) Any other cause deemed to be so serious and compelling as to materially affect the qualifications or integrity of the contractor. b. Procedure: (1) The County department/division requesting the suspension or debarment action shall submit to the Procurement Services Division Director a written complaint setting forth the reason(s) for seeking debarment. (2) The Procurement Services Division Director shall review the complaint, verify whether it is compliant with the provision of this Procurement Ordinance, direct any appropriate changes, and, if warranted, forward the complaint to the contractor. (3) The contractor shall review the complaint and shall provide a written response (with supporting documentation) to each allegation. The response shall be provided to the Procurement Services Division Director within ten (10) business days of receipt of the notice of allegations. In the event that the contractor fails to respond to the complaint within the prescribed time period, the complaint, as forwarded to the contractor, shall become an effective suspension or debarment decision without further appeal. (4) In the event that the contractor files a timely and complete response to the complaint and the suspension or debarment action is based upon a conviction, judgment, or other event(s) where there is no significant dispute over material facts, the Procurement Services Division Director shall determine the period of debarment on the basis of the undisputed material information set forth or referenced in the complaint, the contractor's reply and the parameters set forth in this section. In the event that the Contractor objects to the Procurement Services Division Director's recommendation, the Contractor shall have a maximum of three (3) business days to file an appeal of the debarment decision with the Procurement Services Division Director. The appeal will be forwarded to and considered by the County Manager, who will review the record compiled by the initiating department/division and the contractor. Should the County Manager overturn the Procurement Services Division Director's decision, the County Manager shall formally cite the reasons for doing so. (5) In the event that the contractor files a timely and complete reply to the complaint and where the facts are in dispute, the Procurement Services Division Director will convene a committee (hereinafter referred to as "the committee") consisting of at least three individuals who will review the complaint and the contractor's reply. The County Manager shall formally appoint the committee, which will generally consist of County employees, none of whom shall be a member of the department/division initiating the complaint. At the discretion of the County Manager, a member from private industry with a particular area of Page 7713 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 49 relevant expertise may be appointed to the committee, provided that this member is not a direct or indirect competitor of the firm in question. The Office of the County Attorney shall appoint a representative to attend the committee’s review of the findings. The representative shall not be considered a voting member of the committee, but shall be available to provide legal counsel to the committee as necessary. All members appointed to serve on the debarment committee shall disclose, to the Procurement Services Division Director any actual or prospective conflicts of interest at the time of appointment or at the time in which the member becomes aware of the actual or prospective conflict. (6) The Procurement Services Division Director shall chair the committee and serve as the Procurement Department's representative to the committee. The Procurement Services Division Director shall preside over and facilitate the deliberations of the committee as a non-voting member and serve as the County's liaison to the Contractor. All voting committee members are prohibited from having any communication regarding the issue outside the committee deliberations with any of the parties involved in the specific suspension or debarment or their representatives until after the committee decision has been issued or, in the event of an appeal of that decision by the contractor, until the conclusion of the appeal process. All committee deliberations are subject to F.S. § 286.011. (7) Where the material facts are in dispute, the committee shall evaluate the evidence, judge the credibility of witnesses, and base its decision upon the preponderance of the evidence. Should the contractor fail to appear at the hearing, the contractor shall be presumed to be non-responsive and shall be subject to suspension or debarment. The committee decision shall be by a majority vote of those voting members in attendance. The committee shall be the sole trier of fact. In the event that the committee decides to impose a debarment, the decision will formally include, but not be strictly limited to the following information: (i) The specific reasons for the action; (ii) The scope of the debarment; and (iii) The period of debarment, including the effective and expiration dates. The committee's decision shall be issued in writing within twenty (20) business days of the conclusion of the hearing unless the committee extends this period for good cause. (8) The Procurement Services Division Director shall forward the committee's decision to the contractor and affiliates involved. Should the contractor object to the committee's decision, the contractor shall have a maximum of three (3) business days to file an appeal of the decision with the Procurement Services Division Director. The appeal will be forwarded to and considered by the County Manager, who will review the record compiled by the initiating department, the contractor, and the committee. Page 7714 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 50 Should the County Manager overturn the committee's decision; the County Manager shall formally cite the reasons for doing so. Final recommendation for debarment shall be approved by the Board. c. Debarment Period: (1) The committee shall recommend the period of debarment. The debarment period shall be commensurate with the severity of the cause(s) and approved by the Board. (2) The committee (having the same or different composition) may recommend to the Board a reduction in the debarment period upon a written request from the contractor to do so, based on one or more of the following reasons: (i) Newly discovered material evidence; (ii) A reversal of the conviction, civil judgment, or other action upon which the debarment was based; (iii) Bona fide change in ownership or management; (iv) Elimination of other causes for which the debarment was imposed; or (v) Other reasons that the committee might deem appropriate. The contractor's request shall be submitted to the Procurement Services Division Director in writing and shall be based on one or more of the aforementioned reasons. 3. The decision of the Board regarding a reduction of the debarment period is final and not subject to appeal. d. The Effects of Debarment: (1) Debarred contractors are excluded from receiving County contracts. Departments shall not solicit offers from, award contracts to, or consent to subcontractors with debarred contractors. Debarred contractors are excluded from conducting business with the County as agents, representatives, subcontractors, or partners of other contractors. (2) The Procurement Services Division shall maintain a list of firms placed under a Suspended or Debarred category and shall make that list known as a public record. (3) Divisions may not renew or otherwise extend the duration of current contracts with debarred contractors in place at the time of the debarment unless the Board determines that it is in the best interests of the County to allow the contractor to continue or finish the work within an additional, limited period of time. (4) When a debarred contractor is proposed as a subcontractor for any subcontract subject to County approval, the department shall not consent to subcontracts with such contractors. (5) The County shall not be responsible for any increases in contract costs or other expenses incurred by a contractor as a result of rejection of proposed subcontractors, provided that the subcontractor was debarred prior to the submission of the applicable bid or proposal offer. Page 7715 of 10663 Procurement Manual, Rev. #3.0 51 e. The Scope of Debarment: Debarment applies to all officers, Directors, Managers, principals, Procurement Services Division Directors, partners, qualifiers, divisions, or other organizational elements of the debarred contractor, unless the debarment decision is limited by its terms to specific divisions, organizational elements, or commodity/services. The committee's decision includes any existing affiliates of the contractor if they are specifically named and are given written notice of the proposed debarment and an opportunity to respond. Future affiliates of the contractor are subject to the pre-existing terms of the committee's decision. 29. WAIVER OF ORDINANCE The Board of County Commissioners shall have the authority to waive any and all Procurement Ordinance provisions within lawful guidelines and upon formal Board action. 30. CONFLICT AND SEVERABILITY In the event this Procurement Manual conflicts with any other ordinance of Collier County or other applicable law, the more restrictive shall apply. If any phrase or portion of the Procurement Manual is held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct, and independent provision and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion. END Page 7716 of 10663 CMA 5311.1 STANDARDS OF CONDUCT Page 1 of 3 [Effective Date: May 4, 1999 (Revised: October 1, 2001; Revised: October 1, 2003; Revised: May 1, 2004; Revised: May 13, 2009; Revised September 1, 2017)] § 5311.1-1. Purpose. The purpose of this Instruction is to provide for the implementation of a Standards of Conduct procedure authorized by the County Manager. § 5311.1-2. Concept. Standards of Conduct: The following performance standards are considered essential in providing professional service to the community and maintaining public trust. Employees are expected to direct any questions regarding application or interpretation of the Standards of Conduct through the chain of command, which includes the immediate supervisor, manager, Division Director and Department Head. Failure to adhere to these standards may warrant disciplinary action. The following are illustrative, but are not all-inclusive, of specific behavior expected of all County employees. The County may administer discipline that is considered appropriate for violations of these standards and for other actions not specifically listed below. Severe misconduct may justify discharge without prior warning. A. Performance of assigned duties will be satisfactory and efficient. Employees are expected to follow the established chain of command, except as other provided by the CMAs. B. Proper authorization is required for removal of County property or others' personal property, or property belonging to a member of the public. C. County property, including, but not limited to equipment, supplies, materials, intellectual property, proprietary information, logos, graphics, etc. will be utilized only for that which it was intended and will not be destroyed, damaged or used for personal purposes D. Personnel and other County records including employment applications, accident records, work records, purchase orders, timesheets, or any other report, record, applications or any other documents must be truthful and contain accurate information. E. Accident benefits, worker's compensation or unemployment compensation payments for self or others will only be obtained for proper reasons consistent with County policy. F. Employees while on County property will not use, possess or be under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs. G. Except as otherwise authorized by §790.251, Fla. Stat., possession of weapons is not permitted on County property except in the case of law enforcement and security personnel appropriately authorized to carry a particular weapon or weapons. H. County employees will not engage in sexual harassment or false accusations of sexual harassment. Page 7717 of 10663 CMA 5311.1 STANDARDS OF CONDUCT Page 2 of 3 I. Conviction of, or pleading guilty to, or pleading "no contest" to a felony or a misdemeanor of first or second degree as defined by Florida Statutes may be cause for disciplinary action, up to and including discharge. Employees charged with a felony may be suspended or discharged depending upon the nature of the charge. J. Employee's conduct toward co-workers, Supervisors, other staff and the public will remain courteous, positive and appropriate for the work situation. K. County vehicles will only be operated by County eligible drivers, as identified in the County practices and procedures, and only utilized when authorized. L. Driving a motor vehicle while on duty requires the appropriate State of Florida Driver's license or commercial driver's license (CDL), and any loss or suspension of such license shall be reported to the County. It is the responsibility of the employee to report any loss, suspension or revocation of such license to their Supervisor. M. Section, division or department work rules will be followed. N. Loss of required license or certifications required for the job will be reported to the County. O. Employees will not engage in fights or malicious mischief while on County property. P. Employees will remain awake on duty and perform all responsibilities effectively whil e maintaining good use of time. Q. Injuries on the job will immediately be reported to a Supervisor. R. Safety rules will be followed. S. Gambling or other games of chance for money or other valuables will not occur while on County property. T. County employees are expected to engage in lawful and proper conduct, both on and off the job, in order to not affect their relationship to County service, other employees, and the County's reputation in the community. U. Division attendance standards, including reporting to work on time and providing proper notification of an absence, will be met to ensure adequate personnel for division operations. V. An employee abandoning his/her position for three or more consecutive workdays during which time the employee fails to contact his/her immediate supervisor and advise the supervisor or the absence shall be considered to have voluntarily resigned. W. An employee who intentionally lies during an internal investigation or otherwise impedes the County's ability to properly conduct an internal investigation may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including discharge. X. A failure or refusal to abide by the administrative procedures or business operations procedures set forth in the Human Resources Practices and Procedures may be cause for disciplinary action, up to and including discharge. Page 7718 of 10663 CMA 5311.1 STANDARDS OF CONDUCT Page 3 of 3 Y. Insubordination, which includes but is not limited to, any refusal to follow requests or instructions pertaining to work that have been properly issued by a supervisor, is cause for disciplinary action, up to and including discharge. Z. Failure to disclose the use of any type of recording device and receive approval for its use from the affected parties may be cause for disciplinary action, up to and including discharge. This includes, but is not limited to, photographic, video and audio recordings. § 5311.1-3. Currency. The Human Resources Division is responsible for maintaining the currency of this Instruction. § 5311.1-4. Reference. Collier County Personnel Ordinance, Ordinance No. 2001-50: Standards of Conduct: It is the policy of the County to provide certain Standards of Conduct in order to establish guidelines for successful employment and uniform guidelines for discipline. These standards have been established in the interest of providing the highest levels of professional service to the public. §790.251, Fla. Stat. - Protection of the right to keep and bear arms in motor vehicles for self- defense and other lawful purposes; prohibited acts; duty of public and private employers; immunity from liability; enforcement.-- Page 7719 of 10663 WARRIORS HOMES OF COLLIER, INC. (“WHC”) BUSINESS ETHICS AND CODE OF CONDUCT We expect employees and volunteers of WHC to be ethical in their conduct. The conduct of our employees and volunteers affects our reputation and success. WHC requires employees and volunteers to carefully follow all laws and regulations and have the highest standards of conduct and personal integrity. Our continued success depends on the trust of our clients. Employees and volunteers owe a duty to WHC, our clients, our donors, and our partners to act in ways that will earn the continued trust and confidence of the public. As an organization, WHC will comply with all applicable laws and regulations. We expect all employees and volunteers to conduct business in accordance with the letter, spirit, and intent of all relevant laws and to not do anything that is illegal, dishonest, or unethical. If you use good judgment and follow high ethical principles, you will make the right decisions. However, if you are not sure if an action is ethical or proper, you should discuss the matter openly with your supervisor. If necessary, you may also contact the President and Founder or Board Chair for advice and consultation. It is the responsibility of every WHC employee and volunteer to comply with our policy of business ethics and code of conduct. Employees and volunteers who ignore or do not comply with this standard of business ethics and code of conduct may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including possible termination of employment or dismissal from volunteer service. Page 7720 of 10663 COUNTY OF COLLIER Unique Entity ID JWKJKYRPLLU6 CAGE / NCAGE 3JFC7 Purpose of Registration All Awards Registration Status Active Registration Expiration Date Jul 26, 2025 Physical Address 3299 Tamiami TRL E STE 700 Naples, Florida 34112-5749 United States Mailing Address 3299 Tamiami Trail E Suite 202 Naples, Florida 34112-5746 United States Business Information Doing Business as (blank) Division Name (blank) Division Number (blank) Congressional District Florida 19 State / Country of Incorporation (blank) / (blank) URL https://www.colliercountyfl.gov/ Registration Dates Activation Date Jul 30, 2024 Submission Date Jul 26, 2024 Initial Registration Date Sep 23, 2003 Entity Dates Entity Start Date May 8, 1923 Fiscal Year End Close Date Sep 30 Immediate Owner CAGE (blank) Legal Business Name (blank) Highest Level Owner CAGE (blank) Legal Business Name (blank) Executive Compensation Registrants in the System for Award Management (SAM) respond to the Executive Compensation questions in accordance with Section 6202 of P.L. 110-252, amending the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (P.L. 109-282). This information is not displayed in SAM. It is sent to USAspending.gov for display in association with an eligible award. Maintaining an active registration in SAM demonstrates the registrant responded to the questions. Proceedings Questions Registrants in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) respond to proceedings questions in accordance with FAR 52.209-7, FAR 52.209-9, or 2. C.F.R. 200 Appendix XII. Their responses are displayed in the responsibility/qualification section of SAM.gov. Maintaining an active registration in SAM.gov demonstrates the registrant responded to the proceedings questions. Exclusion Summary Active Exclusions Records? No SAM Search Authorization I authorize my entity's non-sensitive information to be displayed in SAM public search results: Yes Entity Types Business Types Entity Structure U.S. Government Entity Entity Type US Local Government Organization Factors (blank) Profit Structure (blank) Last updated by Therese Stanley on Jul 26, 2024 at 12:38 PM COUNTY OF COLLIER Sep 10, 2024 08:11:18 PM GMT https://sam.gov/entity/JWKJKYRPLLU6/coreData?status=null Page 1 of 2Page 7721 of 10663 Socio-Economic Types Check the registrant's Reps & Certs, if present, under FAR 52.212-3 or FAR 52.219-1 to determine if the entity is an SBA-certified HUBZone small business concern. Additional small business information may be found in the SBA's Dynamic Small Business Search if the entity completed the SBA supplemental pages during registration. Government Types U.S. Local Government County Other Government Entities Planning Commission Financial Information Accepts Credit Card Payments No Debt Subject To Offset No EFT Indicator 0000 CAGE Code 3JFC7 Points of Contact Electronic Business THERESE STANLEY, OMB GRANTS COMPLIANCE MANAGER 3299 Tamiami Trail East Suite 201 Naples, Florida 34112 United States Christopher Johnson, OMB DIRECTOR 3299 Tamiami Trail East Suite 201 Naples, Florida 34112 United States Government Business THERESE STANLEY, OMB GRANTS COMPLIANCE MANAGER 3299 Tamiami Trail East Suite 201 Naples, Florida 34112 United States Christopher Johnson, OMB DIRECTOR 3299 Tamiami Trail East Suite 201 Naples, Florida 34112 United States Service Classifications NAICS Codes Primary Yes NAICS Codes 921190 NAICS Title Other General Government Support Disaster Response This entity does not appear in the disaster response registry. Last updated by Therese Stanley on Jul 26, 2024 at 12:38 PM COUNTY OF COLLIER Sep 10, 2024 08:11:18 PM GMT https://sam.gov/entity/JWKJKYRPLLU6/coreData?status=null Page 2 of 2Page 7722 of 10663 SOUTHWEST FLORIDA REGIONAL COALITION TO END HOMELESSNESS, INC. Unique Entity ID WJ1WNB49KRT5 CAGE / NCAGE 520Q9 Purpose of Registration All Awards Registration Status Active Registration Expiration Date Aug 21, 2025 Physical Address 5597 8TH ST W Lehigh Acres, Florida 33971-6359 United States Mailing Address P.O. Box 9202 Naples, Florida 34101-9202 United States Business Information Doing Business as COLLIER COUNTY HUNGER & HOMELESS COALITION INC Division Name (blank) Division Number (blank) Congressional District Florida 19 State / Country of Incorporation Florida / United States URL http://www.collierhomelesscoalition.org Registration Dates Activation Date Aug 26, 2024 Submission Date Aug 21, 2024 Initial Registration Date Apr 16, 2008 Entity Dates Entity Start Date Feb 25, 2002 Fiscal Year End Close Date Dec 31 Immediate Owner CAGE (blank) Legal Business Name (blank) Highest Level Owner CAGE (blank) Legal Business Name (blank) Executive Compensation Registrants in the System for Award Management (SAM) respond to the Executive Compensation questions in accordance with Section 6202 of P.L. 110-252, amending the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (P.L. 109-282). This information is not displayed in SAM. It is sent to USAspending.gov for display in association with an eligible award. Maintaining an active registration in SAM demonstrates the registrant responded to the questions. Proceedings Questions Registrants in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) respond to proceedings questions in accordance with FAR 52.209-7, FAR 52.209-9, or 2. C.F.R. 200 Appendix XII. Their responses are displayed in the responsibility/qualification section of SAM.gov. Maintaining an active registration in SAM.gov demonstrates the registrant responded to the proceedings questions. Exclusion Summary Active Exclusions Records? No SAM Search Authorization I authorize my entity's non-sensitive information to be displayed in SAM public search results: Yes Entity Types Business Types Entity Structure Corporate Entity (Tax Exempt) Entity Type Business or Organization Organization Factors (blank) Last updated by Michael Overway on Aug 21, 2024 at 09:11 AM SOUTHWEST FLORIDA REGIONAL COALITION TO END HOMELESSNESS, INC. Sep 10, 2024 08:19:30 PM GMT https://sam.gov/entity/WJ1WNB49KRT5/coreData?status=null Page 1 of 2Page 7723 of 10663 Profit Structure Non-Profit Organization Socio-Economic Types Check the registrant's Reps & Certs, if present, under FAR 52.212-3 or FAR 52.219-1 to determine if the entity is an SBA-certified HUBZone small business concern. Additional small business information may be found in the SBA's Dynamic Small Business Search if the entity completed the SBA supplemental pages during registration. Financial Information Accepts Credit Card Payments No Debt Subject To Offset No EFT Indicator 0000 CAGE Code 520Q9 Points of Contact Electronic Business Michael Overway 1791 Trade Center WAY Unit D Naples, Florida 34109 United States Diane Jarbath 5597 8TH Street West Suite 1 Lehigh Acres, Florida 33971 United States Government Business Michael Overway 1791 Trade Center WAY Unit D Naples, Florida 34109 United States Service Classifications NAICS Codes Primary Yes NAICS Codes 624230 NAICS Title Emergency And Other Relief Services Product and Service Codes PSC PSC Name G099 Social- Other Disaster Response Yes, this entity appears in the disaster response registry. No, this entity does not require bonding to bid on contracts. Bonding Levels Dollars (blank) States Florida Counties FL: Collier Metropolitan Statistical Areas FL: Naples Last updated by Michael Overway on Aug 21, 2024 at 09:11 AM SOUTHWEST FLORIDA REGIONAL COALITION TO END HOMELESSNESS, INC. Sep 10, 2024 08:19:30 PM GMT https://sam.gov/entity/WJ1WNB49KRT5/coreData?status=null Page 2 of 2Page 7724 of 10663 WARRIORS HOMES OF COLLIER, INC Unique Entity ID QBD2QDBB7CA4 CAGE / NCAGE 8VN42 Purpose of Registration Federal Assistance Awards Only Registration Status Active Registration Expiration Date Sep 22, 2025 Physical Address 3200 Bailey LN STE 199 Naples, Florida 34105-8506 United States Mailing Address 3200 Bailey Lane Unit #199 Naples, Florida 34105 United States Business Information Doing Business as (blank) Division Name 044375171 Division Number 044375171 Congressional District Florida 19 State / Country of Incorporation Florida / United States URL https://www.woundedwarriorsofcolliercounty.co m Registration Dates Activation Date Sep 24, 2024 Submission Date Sep 22, 2024 Initial Registration Date Feb 9, 2021 Entity Dates Entity Start Date Feb 6, 2014 Fiscal Year End Close Date Dec 31 Immediate Owner CAGE (blank) Legal Business Name (blank) Highest Level Owner CAGE (blank) Legal Business Name (blank) Executive Compensation Registrants in the System for Award Management (SAM) respond to the Executive Compensation questions in accordance with Section 6202 of P.L. 110-252, amending the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (P.L. 109-282). This information is not displayed in SAM. It is sent to USAspending.gov for display in association with an eligible award. Maintaining an active registration in SAM demonstrates the registrant responded to the questions. Proceedings Questions Registrants in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) respond to proceedings questions in accordance with FAR 52.209-7, FAR 52.209-9, or 2. C.F.R. 200 Appendix XII. Their responses are displayed in the responsibility/qualification section of SAM.gov. Maintaining an active registration in SAM.gov demonstrates the registrant responded to the proceedings questions. Exclusion Summary Active Exclusions Records? No SAM Search Authorization I authorize my entity's non-sensitive information to be displayed in SAM public search results: Yes Entity Types Business Types Entity Structure Corporate Entity (Tax Exempt) Entity Type Business or Organization Organization Factors (blank) Profit Structure Last updated by Dale Mullin on Sep 22, 2024 at 06:54 PM WARRIORS HOMES OF COLLIER, INC Sep 24, 2024 05:12:25 PM GMT https://sam.gov/entity/QBD2QDBB7CA4/coreData?status=null Page 1 of 2Page 7725 of 10663 Non-Profit Organization Socio-Economic Types Veteran-Owned Business Check the registrant's Reps & Certs, if present, under FAR 52.212-3 or FAR 52.219-1 to determine if the entity is an SBA-certified HUBZone small business concern. Additional small business information may be found in the SBA's Dynamic Small Business Search if the entity completed the SBA supplemental pages during registration. Financial Information Accepts Credit Card Payments Yes Debt Subject To Offset No EFT Indicator 0000 CAGE Code 8VN42 Points of Contact Electronic Business Dale Mullin, President 3200 Bailey Lane Unit #199 Naples, Florida 34105 United States Government Business Dale Mullin, President 3200 Bailey Lane Unit #199 Naples, Florida 34105 United States Service Classifications NAICS Codes Primary NAICS Codes NAICS Title Disaster Response This entity does not appear in the disaster response registry. Last updated by Dale Mullin on Sep 22, 2024 at 06:54 PM WARRIORS HOMES OF COLLIER, INC Sep 24, 2024 05:12:25 PM GMT https://sam.gov/entity/QBD2QDBB7CA4/coreData?status=null Page 2 of 2Page 7726 of 10663 V.A.1.a. Development Experience and Leveraging 24 Points, max 5 pages Collier County has a strong track record as a grant applicant, successfully securing funding through HUD programs such as Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program, and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) since it became an entitlement community in 2002. With extensive experience in managing these programs, the County has effectively utilized CDBG funds to enhance community infrastructure, support economic development, and improve housing conditions for low- and moderate-income residents. Through the HOME program, Collier County has facilitated the construction and rehabilitation of affordable housing, fostered sustainable communities and addressing homelessness. Additionally, the ESG program has enabled the County to provide critical services for homeless individuals and families, including emergency shelter and rapid re-housing initiatives. This comprehensive approach underscores Collier County's commitment to leveraging federal resources to improve the quality of life for its residents and to create lasting, positive change within the community. Collier County is the applicant and Warrior Homes of Collier County (WHC) will be the Subrecipient. Founded in 2014, Warriors Homes of Collier, Inc is a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting needs of veterans and their families, with a focus on housing, mental health, and education. The organization was founded by veteran volunteers who recognized the unmet needs of veterans in Collier County. The vision of WHC is to ensure that no veteran in need in the county is left behind. Through its work and efforts, and community awareness and collaboration, WHC provides much-needed resources and programs to meet the needs of local veterans who served with dignity and honor. These brave warriors need the support of the community and deserve safe, clean, and accessible housing, as well as support with mental health and wellness. WHC residents pay a flat 30% of their monthly income based on the local Average Median Income (AMI) for rent Page 7727 of 10663 and utilities in support of HUD’s affordable housing initiative. WHC is currently operating an identical project of this proposal known as Delta House. Delta House was purchased by WHC, renovated, and now operates a ten multifamily unit apartment building for at-risk and homeless veterans in Collier County. Delta House provides permanent supportive housing for a total of 20 veterans. In fact, Delta House is immediately adjacent to the subject property that is the focus of this grant request which would provide an additional 20 beds. Both apartment buildings contain 10 units, each with two bedrooms and two baths; unit square footage is approximately equal. Both buildings were constructed in the 1980s and have been continuously occupied by rent-paying tenants. The buildings are located in a residential area that is a mix of single-family and multi- family homes. WHC acquired Delta House with a loan of $2.7 million in 2022 from a local bank, with a payback period of 36 months concluding in July 2025. WHC has paid down the loan with a remaining balance of approximately $700,000 using funds generated by annual giving campaigns, special events, and major gifts donated by long term committed supporters of WHC’s mission. WHC recently received a $500,000 donation toward the Delta house mortgage. WHC owns/operates three additional single-family homes for at-risk and homeless veterans in Collier County: • Alpha House is a transitional living sober house for veterans undergoing substance use treatment at the David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health. The home can house up to 7 veterans concurrently. Through the generosity of major donations from our community, Alpha House was purchased in 2019 for approximately $450,000 (plus approximately $50,000 in renovations). Alpha House has sheltered approximately 30 veterans who each stayed an average of 8 months. Alpha also supports our local Veterans Page 7728 of 10663 Treatment Court. The success rate of Alpha House veterans completing treatment and moving on to permanent housing is over 80%. • Bravo House was purchased in 2021with support from a major donation by Collier Community Foundation and provides long-term supportive housing for three senior veterans, each of whom has a private bedroom but shares the home’s kitchen, living room, and bathrooms. WHC invested approximately $500,000 in purchase price plus $20,000 in renovations. Bravo House provides a stable home for senior veterans. • Charlie House was purchased in 2021 for approximately $400,000 by a local real estate investor who then deeded the property to a new limited liability company, Charlie House Naples, LLC, for the use and benefit of WHC. Charlie House is long-term supportive housing for three senior veterans. Leverage Collier County Government will effectively leverage State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) funds not to exceed 25% of the annual award to enhance affordable housing opportunities for the proposed project. By strategically utilizing these funds, the County will invest in the housing project, including necessary rehabilitation. This approach not only addresses immediate housing needs but also stimulates local economic growth by creating jobs and supporting local contractors. Furthermore, the County will make efforts to collaborate with community organizations like the Collier County Community Foundation, to maximize the impact of SHIP funds, ensuring that resources are directed toward the most pressing housing challenges. As a result, Collier County along with Warriors Homes will be able to expand access to safe and affordable housing, fostering a healthier and more stable community for those who are veterans and homeless. The County’s subrecipient, WHC, will utilize its current rent subsidy to support the proposed project as another Page 7729 of 10663 form of leveraged funds to support ongoing operating and maintenance. In addition, a local builder, Pulte Homes, has committed over $700,000 to the rehabilitation of the proposed project. Resources The proposed project will have a variety of resources dedicated to support the rehabilitation, operating, and programming of the homeless veteran facility. Currently Warriors Homes residents receive support through the HUD VASH program at various dollar levels. All applicable residents will be referred for VASH thus supporting the rent of the residents and the rent will support the ongoing operating and maintenance cost of the facility. For those homeless veterans that are unable to obtain a VASH voucher, ESG along with HOME TBRA will be made available to support the rent, as applicable. Average monthly income for each veteran is $1,618 per month, resulting in a veteran’s rent of approximately $485.40 per month. This leaves WHC subsidizing each veteran approximately $900 per month that will be accomplished through VASH, ESG, or HOME TBRA. WHC anticipates that rental subsidies from future residents of the proposed project will generate approximately the same program income as the current WHC homes. The proposed project includes the acquisition of a 10-unit complex that will allow WHC to house 20 homeless veterans. The cost for each unit including acquisition, URA for current residents, and rehabilitation is estimated at $414,010.40. Pulte Homes is an upscale home builder that has built over 1,000 homes throughout Florida. They are a licensed and insured homebuilder with the necessary expertise to rehabilitate the proposed property. With over 70 years of experience, Pulte construction standards are set high to meet expectations. The Pulte Homes process is firmly rooted in quality control measures and consistently refined with feedback from customers. The PulteGroup Charitable Foundation is a Page 7730 of 10663 non-profit foundation funded annually with a portion of the Company’s pre-tax income. In 2022, the Company contributed an initial $3 million in funding to begin carrying out its mission. The foundation is governed by a 9-member board consisting of PulteGroup employees from across all disciplines and locations. Each Division is allocated funds to support local charities in alignment with the foundation’s priorities. WHC has secured Pulte Homes to complete the rehabilitation at their cost of $750,000, therefore the final per unit cost attributable to the grant is $82,851.60. Pulte Homes has a “Built to Honor” program which maintains the value of diversity and inclusion, they work to ensure that recipients of Built to Honor homes reflect the diversity present within our country and the United States Military. In support of this ideal, Pulte is committed to working with charitable partners that share our commitment to operational excellence and to serving our nation’s diverse Veteran population. Pulte will, as part of its rehabilitation, improve protection from environmental harms and ensure resilience in flood prone Florida, they will use sustainable materials to prevent mold, install high efficiency HVAC, and install storm resistant metal roofing to withstand high winds to name a few efforts. Following the acquisition and rehabilitation, the monthly ongoing cost to support the project for operating and maintenance is estimated to be $69,043.00. While the current property is not acquired and the funds from the grant will be used for the acquisition, the County will preemptively commence the Part 58 review in anticipation of securing a future sales contract. The current property owner is committed to selling the property as she believes in the mission of serving our nations homeless veterans, our greatest heroes. Page 7731 of 10663 V.A.1.b. Managing Homeless Projects 12 Points, max 4 pages Subrecipient Warriors Homes of Collier, Inc currently manages four properties: one 20 bed apartment building and three single-family homes housing a total of 33 homeless and at risk of homeless veterans. All residents are veterans who have suffered from PTSD, substance use issues, or other “invisible wounds of war.” Disabilities that have negatively affected their ability to earn a living, to engage socially with others, and to live without access to clinical case management. Others lack life skills and have mental health issues that have prevented them from living functionally in a healthy and safe environment. Wrap around services are critical support to ensure they don’t return to homelessness. WHC does not base rental income on unit size; instead, it expects each resident to pay 30% of his or her monthly income to WHC for rent and all utilities. A small number of veterans at any given time receive rental assistance from the HUD VASH program. Others have access to ESG and HOME TBRA funding while others work following treatment in an effort to move toward stability. WHC uses the housing first model with all of its homeless veterans. Each WHC house has a resident identified as an informal “house peer support” person. This person is responsible for any resident complaints, as they function similar to a resident assistant. Each peer support person is trained to deal with complaints and house issues. When a resident raises an issue, the peer support ensures that they create a supportive environment where the resident feels heard and understood. They will acknowledge their concern and express appreciation for bringing it to their attention. It is critical that the peer support person take the time to ask clarifying questions to fully understand the situation and gather all relevant details to ensure that proper resolution can be achieved. Once all information is obtained, the peer support will communicate the issue with management and together, they will determine the steps to address it Page 7732 of 10663 and ensuring transparency throughout the process. If necessary, the peer support may need to include the professional property management company to seek resolution. Following up after the resolution not only reinforces our commitment to resident satisfaction but also builds trust and community within the living environment. The ongoing building and grounds maintenance of all four WHC properties and the proposed project will be managed by two professional property managers, Current Property Management and Procacci Properties. Local nonprofits working with veterans refer their appropriate clients to WHC for potential housing. These nonprofits include the Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County, the Salvation Army Naples, Veterans Treatment Court, St. Vincent DePaul, and the regional offices of the VA. These partners help identify veterans who meet the criteria for potential housing in a WHC home and coordinate their referral to WHC. All WHC residents must reside in Collier County, have served at least one day of military service, have no major felony convictions, and have any discharge status other than dishonorable. Each resident must be able to live independently. Partnerships with agencies specializing in mental health, substance abuse treatment, job training, and healthcare, allows the program to offer holistic services tailored to each veteran's situation. Regular communication and joint case management meetings ensure coordinated care, allowing veterans to access various resources seamlessly. Additionally, outreach efforts occur regularly to raise awareness about available housing services, through fostering a community of support that empowers veterans to transition successfully into stable housing and regain their independence. This collaborative approach not only enhances the effectiveness of the program but also strengthens the safety net for all vulnerable populations in the area. Supportive Services Page 7733 of 10663 Residents of the proposed project will be supported with professional case management services, the same as are offered to veterans currently living in all WHC homes. WHC contracts with David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health (DLC) (6075 Bathey Lane, Naples, FL 34116; (239) 455-8500 info@dlcenters.org) to provide those case management services. The case management services offered through DLC include no less than weekly contact, coordination of medical and mental health and/or substance abuse services, securing medication if necessary, and assistance in securing other incidental items such as clothing that may be necessary for the veteran. Additionally, WHC has a contract with Veteran Peer Consultants LLC, an independent provider of peer support services for Alpha House (transitional living) residents, where the owner, Gregory Tinsley, was once a resident. 2860 Ponce De Leon Dr, Naples, FL 34105 Gregory@wwcollier.org (239) 231-9164. WHC’s future operating plans include funding its own FTE case manager in addition to maintaining services with our current partners. WHC also provides direct assistance in certain circumstances to residents of its properties. For example, WHC may pay costs for dental or medical care, fund the repair of an automobile, or provide gift cards for groceries and household goods. Funds for this are direct support from donors. In addition, annually a dental clinic if offered by Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry (239-263-1151) offering free services to veterans. WHC provides transportation assistance to its residents by funding on-demand travel through the Uber ride-sharing service. Charges are billed directly to the WHC account, relieving residents of the need to have or carry cash or credit cards for simple trips for errands, appointments, and the like. WHC works collaboratively with our public transit system, CAT. For those disabled veterans, CAT offers a Paratransit service that includes transportation to medical, employment, education, social service agencies, nutrition, group recreation, and other personal business that may be necessary. All WHC properties and the proposed property are within a half mile of a public Page 7734 of 10663 transit stop. The CAT bus operates from 6AM to 9PM and offers discounted fares for those who are disabled and active and retired military. The proposed subrecipient WHC’s program to house at-risk veterans has been supported over the past three years (2022 to 2024) with 19 cash grants totaling $650,100. Page 7735 of 10663 V.A.1.c. Implementation Schedule 12 Points, max 2 pages The costs being requested for the proposed CoC Builds project include acquisition including applicable URA and any rehabilitation cost not covered through other grants and donations, 10 percent for administrative costs, and up to 20 percent for other eligible CoC Program activities. Implementation Schedule for Homeless Veteran Supportive Housing Program Project Duration: October 2025 - October 2030 This schedule provides a structured timeline to facilitate the successful implementation of the supportive housing program while allowing for flexibility to adapt to any unforeseen challenges. Task Start Date End Date Duration Environmental Clearance (CEST) August 2025 November 2025 3 months Subrecipient Agreement October 2025 November 2025 45 days Property Negotiations/Due Diligence December 2025 March 2026 4 months Closing on Property April 2025 April 2025 1 month URA, as applicable April 2025 October 2028 42 months Rehabilitation of 10 housing units May 2025 January 2026 6 months Acquire Appliances/Install-high efficiency/energy star January 2026 January 2026 1 month Acquire furnishings February 2026 February 2026 1 month Obtain Certificate of Completion and Final Inspections February 2026 March 2026 1 month WHC Case Manager hiring and recruitment January 2026 March 2026 3 months Amend Property Management Agreement February 2026 February 2026 1 month Lease Up April 2026 May 2026 2 months Full Occupancy May 2026 N/A Page 7736 of 10663 V.A.1.d. Property Maintenance 5 Points, max 2 pages As part of the rehabilitation, the property will be landscaped for resilience. Working with the County’s Community Development Growth Management Resiliency Office, the property will include native plants and trees to help with erosion control and serve as a natural barrier against extreme weather. Subrecipient Warriors Homes of Collier, Inc will develop and implement a property maintenance plan to 1) respond to emergency maintenance needs such as fire, flood, roof leaks, etc.; 2) perform scheduled routine maintenance; 3) rehab vacant units to bring them back online for rental; and 4) respond to requests from residents or issues that arise from inspections. Each WHC property has a representative assigned to oversee preventive maintenance and to respond to emergent needs for repair or replacement. Duties of each representative include developing a schedule for pest control, grounds maintenance, and building/unit maintenance; schedules include timetables and identification of the person/party responsible for completion. Property managers report to WHC’s Operations Manager or other individual as designated by the President and Founder. The preventive maintenance schedule will be reviewed once a year to ensure that work has been completed and that the timing and scope of the work included on the preventive maintenance schedule is appropriate. The semi-annual tasks include a thorough inspection of the plumbing system for leaks and corrosion, roof inspection, inspection of appliances and a review of the safety system and fire extinguishers for compliance and readiness. Annually, the preventative tasks include, exterior inspection of windows and doors, HVAC servicing, and safety inspection of electrical systems. On a monthly basis maintenance includes, inspections of common areas, test and replace batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, clean and replace HVAC filters, as needed, Page 7737 of 10663 inspect outdoor landscaping. Quarterly maintenance will include pest control treatment, inspection of interior lighting, assess gutters and downspouts, and evaluate the condition of walkway and driveway for crack and damages. Emergency repairs or replacements will be handled promptly. In case of an emergency after business hours, residents will be given emergency telephone numbers to reach maintenance personnel. A list of reliable contractors will be made available along with the published protocol for responding to emergencies. Since Florida is prone to disasters, an inventory of essential maintenance supplies will always be available and restocked annually. Emergencies are defined as those situations posing immediate threat to the health and safety of residents and/or the integrity of the grounds, buildings, and equipment including interruption of services (water, electricity, gas, adequate heat, and plumbing), glass breakage which deprives resident of security, air conditioning or heat, or repairs which if not performed would expose resident to injury. WHC’s annual budget will include funds designated to cover emergency repairs or replacements. All maintenance services will be provided by licensed and insured providers, such as refuse and recycling services providers, pest control, landscaping maintenance, and tree maintenance professionals. Projected expenses for routine maintenance for each WHC property are included in the organization’s annual budget while major repairs, including capital improvements, are also budgeted items. WHC funds its property maintenance expenses through program income, unrestricted donations from its base of donors, and from grant income solicited to support expenses related to maintaining WHC properties. Page 7738 of 10663 V.A.1.e Unmet Housing Need 7 Points, max 1 page Providing supportive, low-cost housing to low-income homeless Veterans is a priority for the Continuum of Care. In 2019 the Continuum voted to rearrange the Coordinated Entry priorities to place Veterans experiencing homelessness at the top of the list. In Collier County, Florida, the 2024 Point-in-Time (PIT) count identified approximately 660 homeless individuals, and veterans made up a significant portion of this population. It's important to note that approximately 51% of these veterans also face disabilities, which can complicate their housing situation and access to services. PIT Count Year # Homeless Veterans # Disabled Veterans # PSH Beds in Collier 2021 34 17 8 2022 22 11 33 2023 51 26 33 2024 96 49 33 Today the Continuum of Care, in partnership with Collier County Community & Human Services (CHS), submits this application to bring housing opportunities to those homeless disabled Veterans who have no hope of ending their homelessness. In addition to the much-needed beds, the Continuum and CHS will continue to provide rapid rehousing solutions for homeless veterans. Additionally, other wrap around services can be provided such as emergency food, mental health counseling, and access to VA Healthcare. Without adding additional supportive housing from WHC we will continue to see a significant increase in homelessness amongst our Veteran population and more importantly our disabled veteran population. Providing this funding will in fact, double the number of Veteran beds currently operating in Collier County and not further burden the one program that seeks to provide their brothers and sisters relief from the crisis of homelessness. Page 7739 of 10663 V.A.1.f. Management of Rental Housing 10 Points, max 2 pages Subrecipient Warriors Homes of Collier, Inc (WHC) is a nonprofit that provides and manages rental housing for at-risk and homeless veterans. WHC, originally known as Wounded Warriors of Collier County, was founded with the mission to assist homeless and at-risk veterans in Collier County, Florida. The organization initially focused on providing direct support to veterans through housing, mental health services, and access to other critical resources. WHC rebranded in 2023 to better reflect its expanded mission of providing long-term housing for homeless veterans in the area. The organization's most notable project is the Delta House, which serves as a housing facility specifically for homeless veterans, offering not only shelter but rehabilitation and case management services. The opening of Delta House signified a new phase in the WHC mission to more effectively combat veteran homelessness in Collier County by offering sustainable, veteran-centered housing options. Many of these veterans also face disabilities, making it difficult for them to secure stable housing and access essential services. The Delta House provides vital resources aimed at helping homeless veterans, offering housing and support programs tailored to their needs. Veterans facing homelessness in Collier County often struggle with a combination of physical, mental, and emotional challenges, including PTSD and other service-related injuries, further complicating their efforts to reintegrate into civilian life. WHC currently owns/operates four properties: three single-family homes and one 10-unit (two beds/two baths each) apartment building. WHC acquired its first home, Alpha House for transitional living, in 2019, and rapidly expanded its portfolio, bringing Bravo House online in 2021, and Charlie and Delta House in 2022. Combined, the four properties provide 33 beds serving 30 at-risk and homeless and/or disabled veterans. WHC retains the services of two professional property managers to respond to maintenance requests, oversee the work of vendors, and to alert Page 7740 of 10663 management to larger issues. The applicant, Collier County Government has been a recipient of HUD funding entitlement since 2002 and State Housing Incentive Partnership funding since 1992. Collier County annually supports affordable housing projects through subrecipient grant awards and is currently collaborating on three affordable developments that will yield over 400 units. In 2024, 82 affordable units were brought online, and in 2026 an additional 252 units and in 2028 another 100 units focusing on seniors are anticipated. Page 7741 of 10663 V.A.1.g. Coordinated Entry 3 Points, max 2 pages Warrior Homes of Collier, Inc. has been a key participant in the Collier Continuum of Care (CoC) Coordinated Entry (CE) process, helping to connect homeless and disabled veterans to essential housing and support services. Warriors Homes both refers veterans to the CE system and accepts referrals from the CE, ensuring that homeless veterans can access transitional, permanent supportive, and permanent housing programs. The Coordinated Entry system, revamped in 2022, uses a new CE tool that evaluates housing stability and the impact of the veteran’s current situation. This tool helps determine the urgency of need, allowing for more targeted housing and service allocation. With the help of a consultant, a new CE tool was created that evaluates two main areas: Housing Stability and Impact. The Housing Stability section includes five key questions regarding the individual's current living situation, access to resources, income, transportation, and family status. These responses are used to calculate a "Need Level Result" score. The Impact assessment involves six questions focused on health urgency, safety concerns, encounters with law enforcement, domestic violence (DV), and shelter usage, producing an "Impact Urgency Result" score. Both scores are reviewed weekly by the By Name List (BNL) Committee, helping to prioritize services and housing support for individuals. The goal of this system is to connect clients to appropriate supportive services or housing within 30 days of initial contact, streamlining access to crucial resources. Warriors Homes works closely with the By Name List (BNL) Committee to streamline this process. The goal is to connect homeless and disabled veterans to services within 30 days of initial contact, with Warriors Homes typically reducing this to under 20 days. They have accepted 71 referrals through the CE system and have been able to touch over 475 veterans with either housing or supportive services since 2020. Additionally, Warrior Homes adheres to federal guidelines to ensure the CE process is non-discriminatory, allowing for equitable access across the county. Entry Process for Housing Veterans – WHC 1. Veterans, agencies, or family members will contact our office by phone or email. a. Contact information is provided on our website, social media, Veteran Resource Guide, Collier Cares, Continuum of Care partners. 2. Interview and assess the Veterans’ needs in person or by telephone. Page 7742 of 10663 3. Solicit personal documentation, DD214, proof of Collier County residency, and military discharge status. Basic requirements: Veteran must have served a minimum of 1 day of military service and all discharge status are accepted expect “Dishonorable”. 4. Information is entered into HMIS by our staff for Continuum of Care visibility by our partners. 5. Staff screen self-referrals for prioritizing needs and what local resources are available for the Veteran and or his family. Referrals are written to other agencies as appropriate (i.e., mental health and substance use). 6. Veterans who need permanent shelter and meet the qualifications for independent, transitional, or supportive housing in Warrior Homes of Collier are directed to our property management companies to fill out an application for group housing. If housing is available in WHC and the applicant meets housing requirements, a move in date is established. Veterans sign a 12-month lease or program agreement for the transitional house. 7. Veterans who are homeless and living in unsuitable conditions can be placed in “Rapid Housing” at a local motel funded by WHC until a permanent solution is arranged. 8. Veterans, once housed, work with a case manager from WHC, DLC, Veteran Treatment Court, or the Veterans Administration. The organization has committed to maintaining a high level of involvement with the CoC, ensuring data management through the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and supporting veterans beyond placement by keeping them stably housed. Warriors Homes provides veterans with multiple access points to the CE process, either through direct assistance from a CE Specialist or via the SWFL Homeless Coalition website, further supporting the County’s effort to end veteran homelessness. This collaboration has proven to be a critical strategy for addressing homelessness and providing long-term housing solutions for veterans in Collier County. Page 7743 of 10663 V.A.1.h. Coordination with Housing Providers, Healthcare Organizations, and Social Service Providers 10 Points, max 2 pages and letters of commitment The supportive housing project for homeless disabled veterans is leveraging a network of resources by actively coordinating with healthcare and social service providers to create a comprehensive support system tailored to the unique needs of its residents. By establishing partnerships with local health clinics, mental health services, and veteran support organizations, the project ensures that veterans have seamless access to essential medical care, mental health resources, and rehabilitation programs. This collaborative approach not only enhances the quality of care provided but also fosters a holistic environment where veterans can receive personalized support in navigating both healthcare and social services. Regular communication and joint case management meetings between housing staff and service providers further streamlines the process, allowing for coordinated care plans that address housing stability, health management, and social integration. Ultimately, this synergy aims to empower veterans, promoting their independence and improving their overall quality of life. The project is leveraging non-CoC funded housing resources to provide rental subsidies for 50 percent of the 10 units or 20 beds. Collier County has a broad network of homeless providers offering emergency shelter, transitional housing, employment services, legal services, food, medical services, financial assistance, eviction prevention services, and assistance with alcohol and drug use. The Collier County Housing Authority or the County’s Housing program will provide rental assistance through their HOME TBRA program, for a minimum of ten individuals who meet HUD’s definition of homeless or at risk of homelessness, 24 CFR 578.3 paragraphs (1), (2), or (4) and have a documented disability. The use of TBRA will leverage a value of assistance to be no less than $150,000. It is the intent of the TBRA program to offer assistance for a period of up to 24 months per individual that they assist. Page 7744 of 10663 David Lawrence Center (DLC) is a Behavioral Healthcare Provider offering mental health and substance use services with compassion and offers exceptional solutions to those suffering with PTSD and other mental health issues. DLC’s long-standing relationship of referral with the WHC allows for a smooth transition and success for efforts to improve participants’ mental health needs. DLC is equipped to deliver treatment that includes inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community-based services and appropriate staff to patient ratio. Currently the subrecipient WHC has a contract with DLC to provide supportive case management services to the homeless disabled veterans being served. Collier County and WHC staff attends bi-monthly meetings with the SWFL Regional Coalition to End Homelessness as well as area service providers to enhance the community’s comprehensive Continuum of Care (CoC) system to end homelessness. The County enhances the coordination of public, private, and nonprofit housing providers, human service agencies, and social service providers. Subrecipient Warriors Homes of Collier, Inc commits to providing, through donated goods, services and direct funds. The Pulte Group has agreed to provide in-kind donations for renovating the property to include materials, labor, appliances, and the trades through donated renovation and project management to bring the property online for veteran residents in the amount of $750,000. Along with American Furniture Rentals has committed $150,000 of furnishings to completely furnish all 10 units. Other contributions are expected to come from WHC’s donors; commitment letters from some of those individuals, businesses and foundations are included in this application package. Page 7745 of 10663 V.A.1.i. Experience Promoting Racial Equity 8 Points, max 4 pages Significant efforts are made by Collier County Community and Human Services (CHS) to promote racial equity throughout its community. These robust intentions include a rigorous employee training program, offering over 27 designated modules to address the importance of maintaining a strong, unified approach to seeking measurable milestones and outcomes toward racial justice. One of the County’s strategic objectives is Quality of Place; to preserve and enhance the health, safety, welfare, quality, character, and heritage of our neighborhoods and communities. We accomplish this by offering a welcoming atmosphere of individuals dedicated to serving the community. This strategic objective is our focus to helping all equally. Special needs populations are given time and attention based on individual and household requirements for services. During the implementation of Collier County’s Consolidated Plan, multiple efforts were made for maximum exposure to the community. These included internet outreach, virtual public needs assessment meetings, public hearing, direct contact and newspaper. Community profiles and needs were addressed, noting the racial and ethnic composition of Collier County residents and the fact that the populations were increasing. A needs and market analysis discussion was held in order to determine the best way to serve the population. Collier County Citizen Participation Plan details encouraging public participation to all, but specifically mentions low- and moderate-income people, minorities, and community-based organizations. Collier County takes pride in being a valuable resource to the community and strives to reach those in need with housing and housing assistance. Among its programs are homelessness and homeless prevention, rental assistance, down payment assistance, and access to shelter. Outside of the routine planning cycle, the County regularly engages in community outreach and surveys by actively engaging underserved populations by holding town halls, focus groups, Page 7746 of 10663 and conducting surveys to gather their input on housing needs and preferences is crucial. Methods such as door-to-door canvassing, social media campaigns, and partnerships with local community leaders or advocacy groups help ensure the voices of underrepresented populations are heard. The County has a strong partnership with local organizations including faith based and nonprofits that work closely with underserved groups and can help solicit meaningful participation from these groups, building trust and opening up communication channels. As part of all planning and development activities, Collier County ensures there are inclusive planning sessions that are hosted in public forums in diverse languages and settings where underserved populations feel welcome to participate and fosters greater involvement in shaping housing project priorities, most particularly in Golden Gate City and Immokalee. While obtaining input and building partnerships is essential, the need to ensure cultural sensitivity in all services, healthcare, and housing is critical. Collier County and WHC incorporates the cultural, social, and economic realities of underserved groups into design and ensures that housing projects are responsive to their needs. This includes features like community spaces that support social cohesion, and culturally appropriate design elements. Promoting community partnerships with grassroots organizations that provide housing, healthcare, and supportive services is most evident in our local Habitat for Humanity. One of the most successful in the County, this affiliate collaborates on a regular basis with Collier County to promote housing and equality for all residents. Habitat has grassroots funding campaigns and partnerships with over 50 area business and civic and religious organizations. Habitat provides an array of supportive services including financial literacy and homeownership training. Collier County routinely funds financial literacy education to ensure all residents have equal access to Page 7747 of 10663 housing opportunities. Habitat also leverages its volunteers who provide a holistic and wide array of services. Page 7748 of 10663 V.A.1.j. Community Integration for Persons with Disabilities 7 Points, max 2 pages The proposed 10 unit supportive housing project will empower the disabled homeless veteran to make meaningful choices regarding healthcare, housing, and long-term supportive services by providing a holistic approach that addresses their diverse needs. First, by offering stable housing, the veteran will gain the security necessary to prioritize their health and well-being. A secure living environment enables them to access medical services regularly and maintain healthcare routines, such as attending appointments and managing medications. WHC provides support for transportation to ensure the veteran is able to access healthcare and services along with the proposed project being located on a transit corridor. This accessibility allows the veteran to receive personalized care tailored to their specific circumstances without facing barriers like transportation challenges. WHC proposed to hire a dedicated case manager along with the contracted behavioral healthcare case managers who will both play a vital role by helping veterans navigate healthcare systems, additional future housing options, and other resources, ensuring they understand their choices and can advocate for their needs. Moreover, the community aspect of the proposed WHC supportive housing fosters peer support, encouraging veterans to connect with one another, share experiences, and access resources collectively. Currently WHC contracts with a peer support person to assist all veterans with their access to healthcare, community services, and any other personal need. This sense of community enhances motivation and helps individuals feel more empowered in making informed decisions. By addressing housing stability alongside healthcare and supportive services, supportive housing creates a comprehensive framework that promotes autonomy and enhances the overall quality of life for its tenants. Page 7749 of 10663 The proposed project will have 10 units or 20 beds to assist those disabled homeless veterans. The project will implement inclusive practices and policies that foster diversity and community engagement. WHC will accomplish this through community engagement activities, where by all veteran tenants will interact and collaborate in social gatherings to foster the sense of community. All veteran tenants will have access to the same resources, transportation support, healthcare, and recreational activities. The current WHC peer support staff will work to connect all veteran tenants to share experiences by connecting those facing similar challenges, thus reducing social isolation and forming solidarity amongst the veteran tenants across all 5 properties. While not all residents will be disabled, those veterans not disabled may also reside in the complex. This approach allows for a blend of residents, from various socioeconomic backgrounds, creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. This mixed-use strategy not only enhances community cohesion but also provides a vibrant atmosphere that reflects the diverse needs and strengths of its members, ultimately fostering a more resilient and engaged neighborhood. Persons with disabilities often require accessible features, ground floor housing units, and support animals. It is the intent of the proposed project to make the units accessible for those with disabilities, to include universal design features (lighting and visual aids, adjustable countertops, accessible parking, and entryway modifications). Page 7750 of 10663 V.A.1.k. Section 3 Requirement 2 Points, max 1 page The implementation plan for the rehabilitation project will include a comprehensive needs assessment to evaluate the condition of the property and identify specific rehabilitation requirements. This project will seek creative opportunities for low- and very low-income individuals and businesses in the community to participate in the project. This begins with outreach efforts to identify and engage eligible residents and businesses, ensuring they are aware of job and contracting opportunities associated with the rehabilitation work. The project team will conduct informational sessions and provide resources to assist potential participants in understanding the application process and qualifications needed for employment or contracting. Furthermore, the team will establish partnerships with local workforce development organizations to facilitate training programs that prepare residents for available positions, thereby enhancing their employability in the construction and rehabilitation sectors. To ensure compliance with Section 3 regulations throughout the project, a clear plan will be put in place to track and report participation metrics. This includes setting specific goals for hiring local residents and contracting with local businesses, as well as maintaining documentation of outreach efforts, hiring practices, and expenditures. Regular monitoring will be conducted to assess progress towards these goals, and adjustments will be made as necessary to improve outreach and engagement strategies. Additionally, the project team will conduct follow-up surveys to evaluate the impact of the project on participants, gathering feedback to refine future initiatives and enhance community involvement. This proactive approach not only fulfills HUD’s requirements but also contributes to the long-term economic empowerment of the community. Our partner, Pulte, will be encouraged to also seek qualified subcontractors and securing materials that align with sustainability goals and budgetary constraints. Page 7751 of 10663 1 WARRIORS HOMES OF COLLIER, INC. (“WHC”) MAINTENANCE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES Subrecipient Warriors Homes of Collier will develop and implement a property maintenance plan to 1) respond to emergency maintenance needs such as fire, flood, roof leaks, etc., 2) perform scheduled routine maintenance, 3) rehab vacant units to bring them back online for rental; and 4) respond to requests from residents or issues that arise from inspections. Each WHC property has a representative assigned to oversee preventive maintenance and to respond to emergent needs for repair or replacement. Duties of each representative include developing a schedule for pest control, grounds maintenance, and building/unit maintenance; schedules include timetables and identification of the person/party responsible for completion. Property managers report to WHC’s Operations Manager or other individual as designated by the President and Founder. Routine maintenance services will be provided by licensed and insured providers, such as refuse and recycling services providers, pest control, landscaping maintenance, and tree maintenance professionals. Examples of other items subject to routine maintenance are equipment under warranty, fire alarm systems, air conditioning systems, water heaters, roofs, gutters and downspouts, and appliances. Projected expenses for routine maintenance for each WHC property are included in the organization’s annual budget. When possible, major repairs, including capital improvements, will also be budgeted items. Emergency repairs or replacements will be handled promptly. In case of an emergency after business hours, residents will be given emergency telephone numbers to reach maintenance personnel and an emergency telephone number will be given on the WHC voice mail. Emergencies are defined as those situations posing immediate threat to the health and safety of residents and/or the integrity of the grounds, buildings and equipment, including interruption of services, (water, electricity, gas, adequate heat and plumbing); Page 7752 of 10663 WARRIORS HOMES OF COLLIER, INC. (“WHC”) MAINTENANCE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 2 glass breakage which deprives resident of security, air conditioning or heat; or repairs which if not performed would expose resident to injury. WHC’s annual budget will include funds designated to cover emergency repairs or replacements. The preventive maintenance schedule will be reviewed once a year to ensure that work has been completed and that the timing and scope of the work included on the preventive maintenance schedule is appropriate. Each WHC property’s inventory list will be reviewed at the same time to ensure that proper servicing and maintenance will be scheduled for new items. WHC funds its property maintenance expenses through program income, unrestricted donations from its base of donors, and from grant income solicited to support expenses related to maintaining WHC properties. Page 7753 of 10663 OC ONE COLLIER: A COMMUNITY ALLIANCE TO PREVENT & END HOMELESSNESS IN COLLIER COUNTY ONE COLLIER A community plan to organize and deliver housing and services to meet the specific needs of people who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness, as they move to stable housing and maximize self-sufficiency. It includes action steps to prevent & end homelessness. CoC Support: CoC Builds Nofo 2024 Dept of HUD CoC: FL 606 Project Applicant: Warriors Homes of Collier, Inc. Name of Project: Echo Amount of Request: $5 million dollars The Collier County Continuum of Care on Homelessness provides this letter as support for the 2024 HUD CoC Builds NOFO. The CoC is part of the grants team on this project and therefore is constantly reviewing the application components for consistency for the Builds NOFO Application. The CoC works closely with Warriors Home of Collier and the Collier County Community & Human Services and believes this project will move the Continuum closer to achieving Functional Zero for our Veterans experiencing homelessness. The CoC acknowledges the collaboration between all the applying partners; Collier County Community & Human Services, Warriors Home of Collier, and the SWFL Regional Coalition to End Homelessness and endorses their efforts to bring our Veterans home! With warmest regards, Michael Overway CoC Chair Page 7754 of 10663 October 4, 2024 COC: FL 606 Project Applicant: Warriors Homes of Collier, Inc. Project Name: Echo Amount of Funding Request: $5 million dollars Dept of HUD, The Homeless Coalition is prepared to provide Rapid Rehousing assistance for Veterans moving into the Echo project. This Rapid Rehousing assistance amount is up to $51,000, which is first ($850), last ($850), and security ($850) totaling $2,550 per Veterans based on 20 bed available = $51,000. Sincerely, Michael Overway Chief Executive Officer Page 7755 of 10663 24311 Walden Center Dr. Suite 300 Bonita Springs, FL 34134 | 239.390.5454 | Pulte.com Pulte Group Southwest Florida Division September 13, 2024 US Department of Housing and Urban Development 451 7th Street, S.W. Washington, DC 20410 To Whom It May Concern: PulteGroup Charitable Foundation is pleased to support Warriors Homes of Collier, Inc. a non- profit 501 c (3) organization (WHC), a subrecipient of a Continuum of Care (CoC) Builds grant application submitted by Collier County (Florida) to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development. PulteGroup Charitable Foundation intends to donate in-kind the labor, materials, trades, and permitting costs to renovate 10 two-bedroom units that are the subject of the Collier County CoC Builds grant application. The initial estimated value of our in-kind donation is $750,000 ($75,000 per unit). We are impressed with the accomplishments of Warriors Homes of Collier over its 10 years of service working to eliminate veteran homelessness. This charity is on the verge of achieving their object, making Collier County one of less than 3% of US counties to earn the designation of “Functional Zero” veteran homelessness. We look forward to participating in supporting this cause as an important local initiative. Pulte Homes Build to Honor Program delivers mortgage free homes to returning veterans benefitting our active-duty military members and their families, the PulteGroup Charitable Foundation will work to honor our veterans for the service and sacrifices in defending our country and the freedoms we hold so dear. Sincerely, Drew Reiser & Wes Copland Pulte Homes -Southwest Florida Division – Outreach Committee Page 7756 of 10663 History of Top Donors for Warriors Homes of Collier, Inc - 2022 - 24 (YTD) NAME Gift Totals Connie Von Zwehl $86,075 Moorings Park Foundation $53,500 Tim Hearn $154,000 Phil & Patti Frey $213,500 Collier Community Foundation $363,675 Richard Schulze Family Foundation $108,150 Richard Craven $191,100 Steve Lockwood $100,000 Total $1,270,000 Page 7757 of 10663 COLLIER COMMUNITY FOUNDATION'" October 3, 2024 To Whom It May Concern: 1110 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 200 Naples, FL 34108 239-649-5000 • info@colliercf.org colliercf.org I am writing to express support for Warrior Homes of Collier, Inc. (WHC), a subrecipient of a Continuum of Care (CoC) Builds grant application submitted by Collier County (Florida) to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development. Collier Community Foundation (CCF) has invested in the mission of WHC since 2019. Founded and volunteer-led led by a U.S. Army Veteran, this charity provides targeted programs and services for at-risk and/or homeless veterans and achieves measurable outcomes. As a funder, we have been impressed with WHC's very low overhead costs and corps of dedicated volunteers who support the organization every day. This allows WHC to invest more than 90% of donations into directly helping veterans. Moreover, CCF is deeply supportive of Veteran's and housing issues in our community. The following is a selection of Veteran's services we have supported in Collier County, FL since 2020: A full -time case Veteran's case management position at David Lawrence Mental Health Center in partnership with Warrior Homes of Collier, with multiple years of funding. $10 million to support a 360-unit attainable housing community on 25 acres donated by Collier County Government, with 120 of the units set aside for seniors and Veterans. A grant for David Lawrence Center clinicians to be trained by Massachusetts General Hospital clinicians on treating Veterans with Traumatic Brain Injury and PTSD. In 2023 we created the Collier Housing Impact Investment Fund, a revolving loan fund for developers of attainable housing to close funding gaps that can inhibit housing affordability. WHC may apply for a line of credit or loan from this fund if awarded this grant, to cover their costs while awaiting reimbursement from public funding sources. Since 2019 we have granted a total of $778,101.61 to Warrior Homes to support housing for Veterans, with $191,000.00 of that in 2024 alone. Collier Community Foundation has been a strong supporter of Warrior Homes of Collier County. The 10-unit apartment building that is the subject property of this Coe Builds grant request will allow WHC to meet the housing needs of Collier County's homeless veterans, earning the county a Functional Zero status. This is a worthy project and a worthy charity, and Collier Community Foundation pleased to affirm our support for WHC. 61�� Eileen Connolly Ke� President and CEO Informed giving. Powerful results� 2024-2025 BOARD OF DIRECTORS: R. Robert Funderburg · Brad A. Galbraith · Allyson Richards · Jeffrey Diermeier James F. Morey · William Barker · Marcie Charles · Elizabeth T. Frank • Raymond M. Guerin · Judy Jorgensen · Kathleen Ludwig Robert A. Mathers · Vladimir J. Mathieu • Thomas Mccann · Thomas Oliveri · Giselle Wagner · Jack C. Whitaker Page 7758 of 10663 . Tuesday, October 02, 2024 NCH BAKER HOSPITAL 350 7th Street North Naples, FL 34102 (239) 624-5000 NCH NORTH HOSPITAL 11190 Health Park Blvd Naples, FL 34110 (239) 624-5000 NCHMD.ORG Good Afternoon, On behalf of Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH), I offer this letter of support for the Collier County grant application for the Continuum of Care (CoCBuilds) NOFO. Our mission at NCH Is to "help everyone live a longer, happier, and healthier life". It Is through Innovative partnerships with our community, especially the agencies within Collier County government, that we seek to achieve these goals. Among the many challenges we face as a community Is adequate supply of housing, most significantly In the Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) units. In the healthcare Industry, we see firsthand the Impact homelessness has on a person's health or that of a disabled family member. Quite often, our healthcare system will bring a person back to health, only to have them return to our care because their lack of housing exacerbates treated conditions. This drives up healthcare costs, impacts availability of care, and often leads to worsening health outcomes. Collier County's grant proposal seeks to bring real solutions to a persistent, but solvable, problem. Rather than a revolving door approach, the CoCBuilds grant would establish housing where the needs are the greatest, but also In proximity to the services those Individuals most need; healthcare, education, and transportation to Improve their opportunities for self-sustainability and In preventing a return to homelessness. NCH Is a proud partner with Collier County and the dedicated team of Individuals who take a multi-faceted approach to solutions, Including grants such as this. We strongly support the grant application and look forward to additional opportunities for our partnerships. If I can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me. Respectfully, MATTHEW HO LLIDAY DIRECTOR OF ADVOCACY & GOVERNMENT RELATIONS MATTHEW.HOLLIDAY@NCHMD.ORG (239) 826-7864 (M) Page 7759 of 10663 . Tuesday, October 02, 2024 NCH BAKER HOSPITAL 350 7th Street North Naples, FL 34102 (239) 624-5000 NCH NORTH HOSPITAL 11190 Health Park Blvd Naples, FL 34110 (239) 624-5000 NCHMD.ORG Page 7760 of 10663 Page 7761 of 10663 Page 7762 of 10663 Page 7763 of 10663 T.J. Hearn August 31, 2024 To Whom It May Concern: I am writing to express my personal support for Warrior Homes of Collier, Inc. (WHC), a subrecipient of a Continuum of Care (CoC) Builds grant application submitted by Collier County (Florida) to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development. I am highly impressed with their mission, efficiency, effectiveness and the heartfelt dedication of the WHC operation. This is a charity with both a deep understanding of and a strong connection to the community it serves. WHC's founder and president, Dale Mullin, is himself a veteran; his dedication to helping at-risk/homeless veterans in Collier County has been exemplary and remarkable. The forgoing is why I have supported WHC for 7+ years, and plan to continue my investments in its mission in the future. WHC is the ideal subrecipient for the Collier County CoC Builds grant: it is experienced, has a solid track record of success, and is poised to grow its service to veterans in the future. The property that is the subject of this grant is ideal: it is located next to a 10-unit apartment building which WHC owns and operates. WHC has hands-on experience, community connections, and capability to develop the subject property for our community veterans. These veterans need a safe, secure & supportive-living home coupled with case management services to cope with life's challenges. Finally, the subject property of the CoC Builds grant will allow WHC to meet the anticipated housing needs of Collier County's homeless veterans in the future. This will earn the county a Functional Zero status for veteran housing. This is a both a highly worthy project and a charity. I am pleased to affirm my unequivocal and ongoing support. Sincerely, / _.--o...-IV) T . (Tim) Hearn Past Chairman & CEO, Imperial Oil Ltd. President, Hearn Family Foundation Page 7764 of 10663 Page 7765 of 10663 September 9, 2024 To Whom It May Concern: I am writing to document my continued support for Warrior Homes of Collier, Inc. (WHC), a subrecipient of a Continuum of Care (CoC) Builds grant application submitted by Collier County (Florida) to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development. It is my intent to secure and donate furniture and linens for the 1 0 two-bedroom units that are the subject of the Collier County CoC Builds grant application. The estimated value of the items I plan to donate furniture and linens (including shipping & delivery) is $15 0,000 ($15,000 per unit). I am a long-term supporter of the mission of Warrior Homes of Collier and have provided linens and furniture for all four properties currently owned/operated by WHC. These items have been supplied by companies and manufacturers that I represent located in the southeast part of the United States. I have received a commitment that they will continue their support. We look forward to donating again to WHC as they seek to expand the number of beds they offer to homeless/at-risk veterans in Collier County, FL. Sincerely, A -4'..-cr/0-...__-f!tunl Ct, L-�I Norman lmaoka nimaoka@rentfurniture.com Page 7766 of 10663 Page 7767 of 10663 Page 7768 of 10663 Page 7769 of 10663 CERTIFIED RECOVERY RESIDENCE MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT This Certified Recovery Residence Management Agreement ("Agreement") is made as of the 1st day of January 2022, (the "Effective Date"), by and between WOUNDED WARRIORS OF COLLIER COUNTY, INC., a Florida not-for-profit corporation ("Wounded Warriors"), and DAVID LAWRENCE MENTAL HEALTH CENTER, INC., a Florida not-for-profit corporation ("DLC" or the "Manager"). PREAMBLE Wounded Warriors is the lessee of certain real property located at 1361 5th Avenue N., Naples, Florida 34104, which contains a residential house leased by Wounded Warriors (the "Lease Agreement") to be used and occupied as a residential dwelling for veterans in furtherance of Wounded Warrior's tax-exempt purposes (the "Property"). Wounded Warriors desires to hire the Manager as its certified recovery residence management agent for the Property and its residents. Therefore, in consideration of the covenants herein contained and with the intent to be legally bound hereby, Wounded Warriors and the Manager covenant and agree as follows: AGREEMENT 1.Appointment of the Manager. Wounded Warriors hereby appoints the Manager, and the Manager hereby accepts the appointment by Wounded Warriors, as an independent contractor, to manage and operate the Property as a Certified Recovery Residence and its residents (the "Residents") upon the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth. In taking any action pursuant to this Agreement, the Manager will be acting only as an independent contractor, and nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as creating a partnership or joint venture or an employment relationship or, unless and only to the extent expressly stated herein, that of principal and agent, as between the Manager (or any person employed by the Manager) and Wounded Warriors. 2.Term and Termination. (a)Term. The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and shall continue for a period of twelve (12) months (the "Initial Term" and as may be extended as provided herein, the "Term"). The Initial Term and any subsequent Terms shall automatically renew for additional one (1) year periods, subject at all times to the termination rights set forth in Sections (2)(b) & 2(c) below. (b)Termination Without Cause. Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 2(a) hereof, either party may terminate this Agreement at any time upon at least sixty (60) days written notice to the other party. Additionally, Wounded Warriors may terminate this Agreement immediately at any time by providing written notice to the Manager under the following circumstances: (i) the Lease Agreement is terminated for any reason, or (ii) no Residents other than the Squad Leader (as defined below) reside at the Property. (c)Termination For Cause. Upon the happening of a material default by either party in the performance of its obligations hereunder, which default is not cured within thirty (30) days from Page 7770 of 10663 Page 7771 of 10663 Page 7772 of 10663 Page 7773 of 10663 Page 7774 of 10663 Page 7775 of 10663 Page 7776 of 10663 SIGNATURE PAGE TO CERTIFIED RECOVERY RESIDENCE MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT IN WITNESS THEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date first above written. WOUNDED WARRIORS: WOUNDED WARRIORS OF COLLIER COUNTY, INC. Da&� By: __________ Date: _12/7/21 Name: Dale Mullin Title: President MANAGER: DA YID LAWRENCE MENTAL HEALTH CENTER, INC. By:�/�-Name: Sttufg;• Date: Title: Chief Executive Officer Page 7777 of 10663 Page 7778 of 10663 Page 7779 of 10663 Page 7780 of 10663 Page 7781 of 10663 INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is entered into as of February 1, 2024, and is effective as of January 31, 2025 (the "Effective Date") by and between Warrior Homes of Collier, a Florida not-for-profit organization (the "Organization") and Veteran Peer Consultants LLC ("Contractor'') (collectively herein referred to as the "Parties" from time to time). WHEREAS, the Organization desires to procure the services of the Contractor, and Contractor is willing to become an independent contractor to the Organization, upon the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in this Agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, intending to be legally bound, the Organization agrees to engage Contractor as an independent contractor as follows: 1 . Services. 1.1 Services to be Provided. The services to be performed by Contractor are (a) teaching and modeling recovery coping techniques and self-help strategies to and for Veterans; (b) coaching Veterans in developing skills needed for self-management of recovery, health, and personal wellness; and (c) serving as an advocate and resource for Veterans seeking to access and navigate multiple recovery systems, including by providing contact information for specific resources ("Services"). The scope of the Services shall be provided to individuals served by the Organization in discrete sessions in the community and at individuals' homes. It is anticipated by the Parties at the time of entering into this Agreement that Contractor shall provide approximately eighty (80) hours per month of Services pursuant to this Agreement. 1.2 Professional Standards. Contractor shall perform the Services in accordance with currently accepted practices and standards of the profession. Contractor shall also be responsible for and comply with all applicable licensing and certification requirements, and all applicable laws, regulations, and policy requirements. Contractor shall notify the Organization immediately of any non-compliance issues. 1.3 Other Business Activity and Referrals. It is understood that Contractor may be providing similar services simultaneously to other clients of Contractor and that Contractor may reject any or all referrals from the Organization. However, Contractor shall not promote another provider's services while providing services on behalf of the Organization. 1 .4 Training; Equipment; and Email. Contractor shall obtain and maintain all necessary or required training in connection with providing the Services, at Contractor's cost and time, separate and apart from the Services. Contractor shall obtain, provide, and utilize all equipment necessary to perform and complete the Services pursuant to this Agreement, without any imposing or billing any additional cost or expense to the Organization. Contractor shall use the email address provided by the Organization (Gregory@wwcollier.org) for Services provided to and associated with the Organization and the Organization's clients pursuant to this Agreement but shall not use such email address for any other purpose. 1.5 Third Party Rules. Contractor shall comply with all third-party access rules and procedures communicated to the Contractor in writing by the Organization, including those related to safety, security, and confidentiality. 2. Term. Subject to the terms and provisions of Section 8 hereof ("Termination"), this Agreement shall take effect on the Effective Date and shall remain in effect for the period of one ( 1) year from the Effective Date (the "Term"), unless earlier terminated in accordance with Section 8. Any extension of the Term will be subject to mutual written agreement by the Organization and the Contractor. Page 7782 of 10663 Page 7783 of 10663 Page 7784 of 10663 Page 7785 of 10663 Page 7786 of 10663 Page 7787 of 10663 Page 7788 of 10663 Veterans Support Associate Job description Position title Veterans Support Associate Reporting to President, Board of Directors Position summary The Veterans Support Associate is a full-time position responsible for working with Veterans in Collier County who need assistance that contact our office directly or through other agencies and coordinated entry. This position will be to work and maintain relationships with other agencies that aid in providing Veteran resources. This position will be the primary liaison with all Veterans living in Warriors Homes. Duties and responsibilities 1. Interview and assess Veterans for needs assessment and qualifying the determination by phone or in person. 2. Acquire personal documentation such as DD214, proof of residence in Collier County (Drivers Licenses or County ID). Determine income and sustainability. 3. Document physical, mental health needs and legal background. 4. Screen self- referrals for suitability to the mission of WHC and the group housing model. 5. Prioritize needs and evaluate local resources available based on priority needs of the Veterans including family members. 6. Work to provide comprehensive support services to WHC residents including needs for housing documentation, housing financial aid, utilities, transportation, phone, food & diet, medical, hygiene, and employment. 7. Maintain files on all clients housed in WHC. 8. Continually update HMIS data system and maintain contacts and interactions with all Continuum of Care (COC) partners. Qualifications • BA/BS preferred • Veteran preferred • Previous experience with non-profit organizations • Proven office management or administrative experience (3-5 years) • Exemplary organizational skills and attention to detail • Strong written and oral communications skills • Ability to interact comfortably with donors, community leaders and people of all ages and cultural backgrounds • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team • Access to a vehicle/driver’s license • Knowledge of HMIS data management system Page 7789 of 10663 Altamar Dental Studio PERSONALIZED CARE - HEALTHY SMILES October 4th, 2024 To Whom It May Concern: I am writing on behalf of Altamar Dental Services of Naples, FL to document our continued support for Warriors Homes of Collier, Inc. (WHC). WHC is a subrecipient of a Continuum of Care (CoC) Builds grant application submitted by Collier County (Florida) to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development. Altamar Dental Studio intends to provide no-cost urgent care dental services to current and future veteran residents of Warrior Homes of Collier properties throughout our tenure in the community. We estimate 36 veterans a year at a total estimated cost of services - $14,400. As well as, discounted restorative work such as crown and bridge and dentures. Sincerely, Shirley Marquez, DDS Page 7790 of 10663 Page 7791 of 10663 Page 7792 of 10663 I]AIN #N{-18-UC- 12-01l7 N{ lt-uc-t:-(11r7 Fedelal A\Yard Date October 2018 and SeDtenlber 202l Federal Award Asencv IIT]D CFDA Nanre Home Investnent Partne$hips (HOME) CFDA/CSFA#11.2i9 Total Anrounl of Federal $344,251.78 Subrccipienl Name Collier Counl} Housi g {u.horit) UEI+WHDZXBD56QLI t'ulN 59-14905i5 R&t)No Indirccr Cost Rale No Period oi Perfomancc Oc.ob€r l. 2o2i-September 30- 2025 September 30 Mo itor llnd:Dccerrber 20:s AGREEMENT BETWEEN COLLIf,R COUNTY AND COLLItrR COT'NTY HOUSINC AUTHORITY Tehant Based Re tul Assistance (TBIU) TIIIS AGRDEMf,NT is made and entered irrto this _.]UI!h_ day ol --_jgll, 2023 by and between Collier County, a political subdivision ofrhe State ofFlorida. (_COL]NTY") having its principal address as 3339 Tamiami Trail East. Suite 213, Naples. FL 341 I2. and COLLIER COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY C'SUBRECIPIENT") a quasi-governnrent: agency cstablished by Florida Statules chapter 42lexistingunderthelawsoflheStateofFlo da. having;ts princ;palofUce at lS00 Ferm Worker Wsy, Immokalee, FL 34142- WIIEREAS, the COLINTY js rhe rccipienl ofHOME lnvesrment Parnrerships (HOME) Program funds from the Unhed States Depanment olHorEing and Urban Development (HUD) as provided by the Cmnston-Gonzalez National At'tbrdable Housing Act. as anended;and WHIREAST the Board ofCounty Commissionerc ofCollier County (Board) approved drc Collier County CoDsolidated Plar One-Year Action Plan for l'ederal Fiscal Aeat 2023-2024 ior tlrc HOME Prcgram on July I l. 2021 -Agenda ltem #l6.D.rli and WHER"EAS, HUD has approled the County's Consolidated Plan One-Year Action Plan for f'ederal Fiscal Ye^r 2023-202,1for the HOME P[ogBm and the use of the FIOME f'Lrnds forthe activiries identified in the Pla : and WHIREAS, the COUNTY and SUBRECIPIENT desire to provide the activities specified in this Agreemenl in accordaDce with dre approved One-Year Action Plani and CoLlcr cou$ llou$rg ^u Niry NI:l-0t'lcD B rscd R.nul ,{ $ Br.dce (TBR,{)rirsc I ctso Page 7793 of 10663 WHERIAS, tlre COUNTY desircs to engage lhe SUBRECIPIENT to implenent such undenakirgs ofthe HOME Progmm as a valid and wofthwhile Counq/ purposc. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideralioD ofthe mutual covenants and obligations here;n cootaired. the Padies aglee as follows: PART I SCOPf, OF WORX SUBRECIPIENT sllall, in a salisfactor] and proper manner and consistent with any standards required as a condition ofpfoviding HOI\,IE Funds, as detemrined b-v Colliel Counfy Conlmuniry & Human SeF,,ices (CHS), perfom the taslis nccessary to conduct the program as follows: Project Name: Tenant Based Rental Assistmce (TBRA) Descripiion of project alrd ourcome: The HOME Tcnant Based Rental ,{ssisrance (TBRA) project will serve approximately 20 households rvith rent payments, ut;lil) and/or security deposits. l.l Proiect Component One: Rental assistance Nhich nay irclude but is nol limited io rcnl pxynren15. urility and/or securiry depoiirs. Proiecl Compo[ent Two: Project Deliyeq'which n]ay include personnel sala.ies. l. Project Tasks: a. Maintain documeitation on all households selved- ir compliance rvith 2l CFR 576.500 b. Provide quaderly repoft on meeting HOME Eligible Activity c. Required attendance by a represeltative of SUBRICIPIEN'I Executive Management. at each PartneEhip Meeting SPECIAL GRANT CON'DITIONS A. Whhin sixty (60) calendar days ofexecu(ion ofthis Agreen:em, SUBRECIPIENI must dcliver to CHS for approval, detailed tenanr selection policies and c reria. B. SUBRECIPIENT musl submit the lbllo$/ing rcsolulio,rs and policies within sixty (60) days of the execution ofthis Agreenrent: X Affimative Fair Housing Policy X Aflirnrarive Acrion, fqual Oppofluuiu Polic] X Marketing Plar X Conflict oflnterest Policy (COI) and related COI Forms X Procurement Policy n Unifonn Relocarion Acr Policy Colli.r C06t) Ho{sdg Au ui\' HNt2l-01'l.nur B.sd R.ntd A$'iM.. (TnRi\J P.8.2 CF.o Page 7794 of 10663 Sexua, Harassment Policy Secrion 3 Policy Section 504/ADA Policy F€ud, waste, and Abuse Policy Violeflce Against Wonlen Act (VAWA) Policy LGBTQ Policy Language Assistance and Planning Policy (LAP) Limited English Proficiency Policy (LEP) Capital Need Assessment Plan PrcgEm Income Reuse PIan Tenant Policv Manual Limited English Proficiency Persons \vho. as a rcsult ofnalional origin, do not speak English as their primar) laryuagc and who have limiled abiliry to speal. rcad, $'r'ite. or understaild English ("limired English proficient persons" or -LEP persons") nral'be entilled ro language assistance under 'l irle Vl of the Cilil Rights Act ol 1964 (Tii1e Vl) in order to receive a pa(icular seNice. bcnefit, or'encounler, 1n accordance wilh Title VI and its implerrrenting regulations. SUBRECIPIENT agrees io take reasombie skps to ensure mea nglul access by LEP persons to acrivilies funded $irh IIOME Funds. Any of thc following actions could consaiaute 't easonable steps. 'dependiDg on the cjrcumstances: acquiring tmnslators rotranslare vital documents, advenisements, or nolices: acquiring interpreteN ior face-to-face inlerviervs iviih LEP persons; placing advenisements and notices in newspaperc that serve LEP persous; parlnering rvilh other orgaoizalions thrl serve LEP populations to provide inlcrprclation. translation. or dissenrination of inlomation regarding die projecl; hiring bilingual errployees or '"olunteers for ourrcach and irtake activitiesi conrracting \hh a telephone line inlerpreter Environmental Review Requ;rernenl (ERR) -"lhis Agreement does not conslilule a commitment olFunds or site approval. The commitment ofFunds or site approval may occur only upon satisFacto conrpletion of envirc.,nrenaal revieN executed by the COUNTY and eirher (i) the deiemrinatio,l rhal dle project is Exenpt or (ii) rhe COUN]'Y'S receipt of aI approved request for release offunds and ceftiicarion l'ronr LIUD, under 24 CFR Pa( 58. The provision ol any flr|ds to the project is condilioncd on the COLINTY'S delermination to proceed !vi1h. modify. or can0el lhc proiect based on the results of thc cnvironmental lcview. No progBm cosls can be incured until an en\,iro nenlal review ol the project is completed and apprcved by the COUNTY. Fuflher. the SUBRECIPIENT Nill rot underate ary activity or commit afly funds prior lo CHS issuance of rhe Notice lo Prcceed (NTP) letter. Violalion of this provision may resuh in the terrnination of this subaward and/or the denial of anv ei,Iburseme.rt ol lurds under rhi. Agrccmc l. Annual Subrecipieni TmiDing Al1 SUBRECIPIENT staffassigned ro lhe adminisnation and implemenution ofrhe Project eslablished by this Agreemenr shall attend ihe CHs-sponsored Annual Subrecipiem Fair Hous;ng rraining. e\cepr those who anended the rraining in lhe previor.rs year. In addition. at least one staff me,nber shall attend all other CHs-oft'ered Subrecipient training relevant to dre froject, as deternrined by the Grants Coordinator. ror to exceed four (4) sessions. a Dxxxxxxtr trx C. E, D coll cr Couolv llousinc Aurlknir, HM2l-0r T.naor IJaf,d R.nLn Aliirancc (TBRA)P'8e I cF,o Page 7795 of 10663 I.2 PROJECT DETAILS A. Projec! Des iptio Projcct Budgel: The TBRA Progam: a. IIclps individuel households b. Can be used in a unit chosen by the lenant, and moves \viLh fie teDanl c. Rental Subsidy is bascd on the income ol lhe household, the panicular unil the household selects. and CollietCoun() rcnt slandardJ FY20l9-2020 rnd FY2021-2022 Action Plnn identified and apnroved the I'roject to pe,Jbm the tasks necessary to conduct thc progm a\ follo*s: Tcnant Bascd Rental Assistancc Federrl Funds lflarch Liibilir\' I)rojecr Component I: ReDtal assisrance which may include bd is nor linited to rent payments. utiliry and/or securitv deoosits. $109.816.60 ProjecrConrponenl 2: Project Deliver] llhich,na) include pclsorrnel salaries, $1J.42s.18 HO\48 M.rtch Requiremcllt l5o./o wA lv l'] ) Crant lblal s3.l.t.:51.73 WAIVED SUBRF.CIPIENT will accomplish lhe lbllowing checked proiect lasks: tr Pa) all closingcosts related 10 prope(y cooveyance A Maintain beneUciary income cefiificalion documentation, aDd provide ro rhe COLINIY as requested n Provide Quanerly Reports on proiecl progr€ss and rneeting outcomes tr Prolide Qua(erly Leverage F'unds Repo( X Ensure atteDdarce bv a representative t'rom ereculive management d scheduled pa nership meetings, as reqlLested by CHS tr EDsure attendance by SUBRECIPIENT and General Contractor at Pre- CoDstruction nreetings. prior to SUBRECIPIENT issuingNoLice to Proceed (N fP) to contracbr tr Provide monthly constructim and rehabilitation progless reports unlil complelion of construction or rehabil itation tr ldenri$ Lead Prcject Manager tr Provide Sile Des;gn and Specifications n Subrnil Change Orders for CHS approval prior to SUBRECIPIENT authodzing tr Conrply lvith Davis-Bacon Act Labor Sl.lndards and nraintain supporting documentation tr Compl),with Scction 3 reporting requiRnrents and maintain supporting documenErion n P'ovidc certified payroll weekly throughout construction and rehabilitation tr Conrply \\,ith Unifbnn Relocation Act (URA). ifapplicable ! Ensure applicable nunbers ol units arE Section 504/ADA accessible Corli.r coury Housin-! au.hori! ItM23-01 Tcdant a:sed Reoul Assi$ace (TBM)PnBe4 C!,O Page 7796 of 10663 tr Ensure dte applicahle affordability period for the project is nret B. lncorne Requirements lncome requirenrents fol Tcnant Based Rental Assista.nce under this Agrcemenl shall comply with 24 CFR 92.116: 90 percent oftenants served must have an annual income at or below 60 pelcenr ofthe HUD established median family ircome lbr Collier County, as adjusted for family size, at the time ofoccrparcy or the iime Funds tue invested. whichever is latel. The remainirg I 0 percent of Gnants seNed nr ay have ar annual income of up to 80 percent ol lhe HUD established median fam;ly hrconre 1br Collier Counlv, as adjustcd. PaEicipanas nust be certified initially and re-ccrtified annually. lncome eligibilitl ofpanicipa'16 \\,ill b€ validated dur;ng interin monitoring and at close our. C. Performance Deliverables Thc Follorving Table Details (he Projec( D€liverattlcs l'rogrnnr DeliYcr:rbl€Dclivernhle Supporting Documertntior Suhnri\\ion Schcdule Insurance irNurance Ceiiilcare. Elihibi! A Within drilty (i0) days of Agrcemcrt execulion and within thiny (30) da)'s of Special Crant Condition Policics (Section l.l) 1!(rlicics as stal.d lI this wirhin sixt) (60) days of Aeleenrenr Eaecution Dclailed Proicct Schedule Proiect Schedule N/A Proiect I'lans and SDecitications Site Plans and SDecifications N./A Procuremenr Documenls (Bid Pacl(et)i List docs here SIb.orrlracto'Loc Subcontraclor Log N/A HQS Inspections lnspeclion Fomr Prior to Occuparcy and Inconre Ccrtiticalion E\hibit D Mainiained in SUBRECIPIENT's client file and validated a! Interim and Closeout Monitoring Davis-Baco Cenilied Pa) roll Documentation Certified Payroll N/A Repot Perfolmance Prcgrcss l,\hibii C Quaterly. on the l0d'of1he lnorlth, tbllowing the end ofthe quar[er and a final repon due with last invoice Leverage Funds Repolt Flxhibir C-1 Qua(edy. on the l0'r'ofrhe monrh, following lhe end oflhe quarler and a final repo( due last iflvoice Annual Audit Monitoring Repon E\hibil E Arnuall) $hhin 60 days atier FY end. fifxncial ,fd ConrDli.tn.. AIdir Audir. ManageDent Letter, and Supporting Documenlation Annually nine (9) monlhs tbr Singlc Audil OR one hundred ciqhn ( 180)dars afrer fY end couier CMr, liosin-e Auho.iry HM2t.0t .eh'.Br)eJRereA...ronr.,lBRA, Page r - NO Page 7797 of 10663 Tenaot Lcases Copr of lease document Occnpanc) and -1 enanl Income Repol1 ud R.rltal Rarc llcpor'l SummarJ, of Tenant lncome and Income Limit. Rent and Rent LimiL bv unit (Rent Roll) N/A Opernting Expense Repon Actual vs. Budget. revenue and expense rcpofi and all suppor'ting docu entation. as rcquested NIA Maintenance Plan Maintenance Policy l\{anual Maimcnrnrce Aoreerncrt Execuled Agreeirenl N/A Capital Needs AssessDerrl Plan Plan aDDro!,ed b\ thc COUNTY N,/A Prosran Inconre Re-use PIan Planned use ol prograrl- generated inconre N/A * SUBRECIPIENI'S Notice to Proceed Bray be withheld if procurement deli\emb,es are nol submitled in a timely nlanncr. as stated in Section l.l.C. Pefornrance Dcliverablcs. SUBRECIPIENI musl submil ro the COUNTY ibr approval all Change Orders required during dre project. Failule to submit Change Orders in a timcly maflner. nlay rcsult in dclay or \\irhholding ofpayment, as well as, acease work order until all change orders have been reviewed and approved. at which ti e a new Notice to Proceed \ ll be issued. D. Pay rentDelivelables The Followimg Tablc De(ails the Patm€na Deliv€rahlcs E. Project Location l. The tenaDl can choosc the reighborhood rhey Nanl to livc in. :- The teranl can choosc the tl pe ofhoxsing and specilic housiig unit. 3. The tenant can move to othcr housing. as needed. I'BRA tunds can be used outside Collier Courq, ifFair Ma*er Rcnts or unit size is not available i,r Collier CouDry. Pa!mcrt Deliyerable l':r:.nrent SupDotting Docunrentrtiotr subnrission Schedule Proiect Component One: Rental assistarce which may include bul is not limited to rent payments. utilily and/or securiry deposits Submission of suppoding docufients musl bc provided as backup as evidenced conrpleted teranl lease (upon initial subnrission only) utility deposit invoice. cancelled check/ACH banking documents and any additional docunrents as Monrhly, by .he lo'h ofrhe month following the nronth of Proiect Component Two: Prcject Delivery which may include persoflnel salaries Subo),ssion of srpponing documenls must be provided as backup as evidenced bl timeshccts, pa) roll t€gislcr, bank staterrents aud any addilional docunrents as requesied. Monlhly. b)' rhe i0"' ofthe uonth follo\\,ing the nronth of HOME Match Reoui,ement Documentatior ofHOME tsligiblc Marchin!r Funds MoDdlly Match: Prcvided bl COUN'IY collier Counry HousioB Arnhoriry lrnm Bai.d R.nEt ^$ituce (TBf,Ar P::r 6 ^ LO Page 7798 of 10663 1.J PERIOD OF PERFORMANCR SUBRECIPIEN] services shall begin on october 1,2023 and end on Septenrhcr 30,2025.'lhe te.m ofthis,^.Eeen)ent and the provisions herein may be exrended b) arnerdnreDt to cover any additional time period during utich SUBRECIPIEN I Temains in control ofHOME Funds or other HOME assets, including progranr income. The CoLrnr'Manacer or designee nray e\tend the tenn ofthis AgeenreDt for a period ol up to I80 dals alter the end of the Agreement. ibtloNing rcceipl ot' SUBRECIPIENT s wrinen request subniiited at least l0 days prior lo agreenent period olperfoimance end date. Ilxlensions nlus! be aulhorized. in \\'riting. by fomral lclterto dlc SUBRECIPIENT. ln anr- cvent, 2-l CFR 92.205(eX2) requi'es lhc rermination ofprojects not conpleted uithin tbur (,1) ]ears of the commilmenr da!e. The conrnitrrenl date for this Agreemenr shall be the date of final execution. Proiect completion occurs $,hen: All necessary title transfer rcquircmenis and construction work halc Lreen completcd- ifapplicablei Project con)plies wilh I IOME requirenents. including propcrty standardsl Final drawdown ofHOME Funds has been disbursedl and Projecl corrplerioD information has been cntered,n lDlS, ercept for rent.l projects. project cornpletioD occurs upon constauclion complerion and before occupancy. DURATION OF AGREEMENT The duration of this SUBRECIPIENT Agreement is as follows: 1.{ Agreenreni Eflective Dale October 1. z0ll Agreement Ternlination Datc Seprember 30.:025 Deadline lbr ReceiDt oft-inal Reimbursemcnt Requcst Decenber 30. 2025 AGREEMENT AMOUNT The COUNTY agrees ro make available THREE HUNDRED FORTY-FOUR THOUSAND TWO }IUNDR.ED FIFTY ONE DOLLARS AND SEVENTY EICI.IT CENTS ($3.14]25I.78) for use by SUBRECIPIENT, during the terln oI the Ageeme,rt (hereinafter, refe,r€d 10 as the Funds). This Agreenrert shall renraiD ir etlect unril all IIOME Funds and program inconre are no longer under the connol ofSUBRECIPIENT. Modifications !o lhe Budger and Scope may only be made. if apnroved iD advance, by the COLINIY. Budgeacd lund shifts between line items shall not be more rhan l0 percent oflhe tolal funding amoun! and shall nor signify a change in scope. Fund shitts IhaI exceed I0 perceflt ofthe Agreenlent arnount shall oily be made with Board approval. The COTJNTY shall rcimburse SUBRECIPIENT for dre perfomrance of this Ag.eenent upon conpletion. or partial completion. of lhe rvork tasks as accepted and approved by CHS. SUBitECIPIENT n10y not requcst disbuBenrent ofHON4E Funds until needed fbr the paylrent of eligible cosls. and all disbursement requesls nust be lill]ited io tlre amount needed at lhe time of the request. lnvoices for \york peformed are required every mo h. SUBRECIPIDNT may expend Collc Cou! tlousf! AurLN.lry HMI-01 T.or( llrsed Rdnul A$isu.ce (TBR.\ J Pacc 7 c>o Page 7799 of 10663 1.5 Ilunds orly for allowable costs resuliing iiom obligations incurred durifig the teurr of rhis Agreemerl.ll-no Nork has been perfornred during monlh. or ifSUBRECIPIEN I isnotyetPrepared to send lhc required backup, a $0 inloice is required. Er9lanalions $ill be required if lrl.o consecutive months of $0 invoices are submitled. Paynlents shall be made to SUBRLCIPIENT \vhen requested as work llrogresses. but nol nlor-e fteqxcntly thao once per nronth- CoUNTY will pay SUBRECI PIENT Funds availablc under this Agreeme t based oD inlbrmation submillcd by SUBRECIPIENT and consistent widl any approved budget and COUNTY policy concerning payments. Wirh dle cxception ofce(ain advances. paynrerts will be nlade 1or eligiblc crpenses actuaily incufied b] SUBRTCIPIENI- nor Io exceed aclual cash requircmcnls- Paymcnls \illbe adjusred by CHS in acco ance Nith advarce Fund and program inconre balanccs available in SUBRECIPIENT accounts. In addition. COUNTY reselves the right to liquidate Flmds available underthis Agreemenl fbr costs incun'ed by COUNTY on belull of SLIBREClPIENT. Itrinal invoices arc due no lalerthan 90 da)'s after the end ofthe Agreenrent- wolk pcrformed during d1e tem oldre progranr but no! invoiced within 90 days after the end of ihe Agreement, lnay not be processed u,ithout written arrlhor'ization liom the Gl?nt Coordinator. CHS may uirhho,d an) pay rcqucst undl approved by CHS for sranl compliance and adherence ro any and nll applicable Local, State- or Fedeml requircments. iacludirg tinreLy submission of Performance Deliverables contained i Seclion 1.2.C. Late subrhission of dcliverablcs or €vid€nc€ ofproicct inactivitv nrrv cause oavmetrt susp€trsiotr ofanv opel! Drv reouests unlil lhe rcouired dcliverables :rre r€ceiv€d or substrntial oroiect Drosression occurs. rs determined by CHS. Except where dispuled tbr nonconrpliance. payme t \!ill be made upon receipt ol a properl) cornpleted invoice, and in cofipliance with scctions 218.70-218.80. Florida Statutes. otllclwise known as the "l-ocal Govenrmenl Prompr Palment AcL." MATCH REQUIRED (24 CFR 92.2I8) Match is required for HOME Funds. SUBRECIPIENT is required to provide match funds from an el;gible source throughout a fiscal ),ear such as conrriburions ro housing acaiviries rhar qualili as affordable housing under rhe HOME progranr. Contribulions that have been or will be counted as salislying a matching rcquiremcnt of anodrer Federal grant or award nray rrol counl as satisiying drc nralching contrjbuiion rcquircnrent for drc HOME prcgrafi. Pursuant to Florida Ad inistradve Code 67-.37.007. Srate Housirig Iniliatives Parmel.ship (SHIP) Progar I'unds mal'bc used as required niatch for HOME eligible aciivities LEVERAGE FUNDS Levenged funds must be ideotifled. tracked. and veriflable in the SUBRFICIPIENT'S records. Resources must be fully identified ard described ir the Agreemenl and the approved trudget suhmifted \ith dre application. Resources must also meer tlle followi,rg criteria to be allowable as lcverage: a. Expendhures oflever.ged tunds or resources are pemitted only tbr eligible acrivities and allowable cosls under the cosl principles specilied by the OMB Circulars refererced in this AgreemeDt. Expendirurcs must be necessaD and reasonable for proper aM ellic;enl acconplishments of proiect or program objectives- b. Leveraged resources committed on one project may not be trsed as leverage or malch for any olher project or program. c. Levemged rcsoln'{:es must represent ewly created rcsources covering expenditures thai $ould nol be incurred ilrhe a\yard w€re not nrade, 1.6 Coll cr C.mtr Housir! Aurhoriiv TeMnr IIJ*d R.nLrl AsN,nce (TBR{I Pas. s CFO Page 7800 of 10663 d. COLI,IER COUNTY Levernged resources may not be federal lnnds under a difltrent a\!ard. excep! where Federal stalute allorvs their use for cost sharing (such as the Comnlunil) Development Block Gmnt progmnD. Third-pa(y casi or in-kind contr'ibulions offered as leverage require a comntitmeol lcttcr on compal) letrerhcad signcd hy the individual who is in a position ro conrmh Ihe in-kind coiiributioo. The contribulion is only allo\vable if nor utilized towards matching dollal\. t.'7 COST PRINCIPLES Payments to SUBRECIPIENT are governed by the Federal granr managemenr rules for cost allowability t'bund at 2 CFR 200 Subpart [..-Cosr Prirciples. For the plnposes of this seolion (Seciion I.7-Cost Principles) of this Agreemenl. SUBRECIPIENT is defined as described iI 2 Cl:R 200.91. Accordingly, paymcnts will be madc or a cost reinbursenrent basis. Each requcst for rein)bursenlent shall identiry fic associated project and approved project lask(s) lisred under Pan I - Scope of Work. SUBRECIPIENT ma) onl) ircur direct costs lllat ma) be a(dbuled specifically to lhe projects relerenced in the Scope of Work, as defined in : CfR 100.411, SUBRECIPIENT orusl provide adequate documentation for validarirg costs incuned. Paynrents to SUBRECIPIINT'S contractors and vendoN are conditioned upon compliance \yhh the procurement requirenrents provided in 2 CFR 200.3 I 8-200.12 7. Allowable costs incurred by Subrecipierts and its Contractors shall comply with 2 CFR Subpar l-Cost Principles. SUBRECIPIENT may not bc subject to 2 CFR Subpan E; howcver, the COUNTY is and mal impose rcquiremenls upon SUBRECIPIEN'l' so thal the COUNTY can renrair compliarlt with ils obligation to fol1ow 2 CFR 200 Subpa( E. SUBRECIPIENT uill use adcquate internal conhols and nlaintain necessary sourcc docunrentation for all costs inclrred and adhere to any orher accounting requirements included in this Agreement. NOTICES Noticcs required by !his Agreement shall be in writing and delivcred via nrail (postage prepaid). comnrerc;al couder: or peNonal delivery or sent by litcsimile or other electronic ureans. Any notice delivered or sent es afolesaid shall be effective on the date ofdeliver! or sending. All notices and other written communications under this Agreemenl shall be addr'essed ro the individuals in fie capacities indicated belolv, unless olhelNisc mo<iilicd by subsequeDt u,ritten nor;ce. 1.8 SUBRECIPII]NT ATTENTION: Carolyn Noble, Gl"nt Coordinator Collier Count) Government CoDmunity and Human Services Division 3339 Tamiami Trail East. Suite 213 Naples, Florida 14l l2 Errail: CarolynNoble(Ocolliercountyfl .gov Telcphone: (219) 450-,5186 ATTENTION: Oscar Hentschel, Executive Director Colliel County Housing A uthority i800 F'aIm Worker Way lmmokalee. FL- i4l,t2 Email: ohcnischelaricchafl .ors Telephone: (239) 657-9649 Collid Count, H6cins Au srily HM2l-0r T.nant Bas.d Rent0l A$ist&cc (TBRA)Prcc e - No Page 7801 of 10663 Remxitrler-ofl'ase Intc lionrrll! Let Blnnk CoLli.r Counn/ Housios ALdloitY ,'-,]Jt","*," a .o(e\r ,nA) 3"0 .No Page 7802 of 10663 2.1 PART II 6RANT CONTROL REQUIRDMENTS A[IDITS During rhe telm ol this Agrecment, SUBRECIPIENT shall submit 10 the COUNTY an Annual Audir Monitoring rcpoft (Exhibit E) no later rlun 60 days afier SUBRECIPIFNT'S fiscal ]'ear end. In addition. SUBRECIPIENI shall subdit to the COLINTY a ilnancial and compl;ance Single Audit repof. Managemeft Letter. and supponing documentation nine (9) Donths (or audited linBncial statemerts. one hundred eighty (180) days for Subrccipients exempt fronr Singlc Audil) after the SUBRECIPIEN I''S fiscal year end, The COUNTY lvill conduct an annual financial and prcgrammatic rcvie!!, SUBRECIPIENT must fully clear any deficiencies noted in audit reports within 30 days at'ter receipt oflhe report. SUBRECIPIENT's failure to co ply \ri1h the above audit requireDrenls will constitute a violation of this Agrcement and lay rlsult in withholding of future paynenls. SUBRECIPIENT hereby agrees to have an annual .tgency audit conducted in accordance w;th currel1l COUNTY policy conceming subrecipient audits and 2 CFR 200.501. Federalaward allrornts expended shall be determined in 2 CFR Pat 200. Subpat F-Audit Requirements. RECORDS AND DOCUMENTATION accordance \! ilh guidelines established by SUBRECIPIENT shall nlaintain sufiicien! records in accordaDce with 24 CFR 92.508 to detemlnc compliance $ith lhe requirenrenrs ofthis Agreement.lhe HOME Prognm. and allother applicable laws and regulalions. This documcntation incllrdes, but is nol limited io. the following: C, B, L) All recods required b) HOME regulations. SUBREC'IPIENT shall lnaintain public records that ordinarily and necessarily would be required by COTINTY to pedomr the servicc. SUBRECIPIENT shall nrake available to tire COUNTY or CHS. at any iime upon request. all repo(s. plans. sulYevs. information. documedts. maps, books, records, and other data procedures developed. prepared. assembled, or completed by SUBRECIPIENI' for this Agreemenl. Materials idenlified in the prcvious sentence shall be in accodance with generally acccpaed accounting principles (CAAP). procedures, and practiccs. thai sufEciently alrd properly renect all revenues and expenditures ofFunds provided dilecrly or indirecdy by this Agreement, including match;ng funds and Prograln Inconre. These records shall be maintaired to the exlcnt ofsuch detail as \vill properly rellect all net costs. direct and indircct labor, materials, equipment. supplies and seNices, and other cosis ard c\penses ofwhaiever nature for \vhich reimbursement is clainled under the provisions of this Agreenen!. Ljpon co,npletion ofall work contemplated under this Agreeoent, copies ol'all docunrents ard records rclating io this ,Agreenrent shall bc surelrdered to CHS, ifrequesled. In ary evenl StIBRECIPIENT shal' maintain all documenrs and records in an orderly fashion, in a readily accessible, pernraneDr and secrned locarion for fi\,e (5) years after the date of submission of dre final pcformarcc and evaluation rcpolt as prescribed ir 24 CFR Coll!.rCornry HoG i8 Auda() HM]] I)L Tr.atrr llr*d RDnhl .4 \sntdcc ( lllltAl cD.o Page 7803 of 10663 F. G. I-i. 92.508(c).However.itan)litigation,claim.oraudi!;ssra(cdbelbrethecxpiErionofrhe five (5) )ear pcriod. dre records Nill be maintaiicd until all litigation, claim. or audit findings involving rhcse records arc resoh'ed. If SLJBRECIPIENI ceases 10 $iist after closeout of this Agreement. SLJBRECIPIENT shall infomr the COUNTY, jo writing. oi' the address Nhere the records are 10 be kepi. as outlined in 2 CFR 200.337. SUBRECIPIENT will meer all requiremenls for ielaining public records and n'ansf-er ro COLN]] at no cost. all public recods in possession ol the SUBRECIPIEN I Upon lernlination of fie ,Agrcenent and destro! an)' duplicale. exempt. or conlidential public rccords that are released frol1r public records disclosure requirements. All rccords stored electronically lDust be provided ro the COI.INTY in a fo nat thar is compalible with thc COUN l-Y's informaiion technology sysems. IF SUBRECIPIENT HAS QUESTIONS REGARDING THE APPLICATION OF CTIAPTER I19, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO SUBRECIPIENT'S DUTY TO PROVIDE PUBLIC RECORDS RELATING TO THIS AGREEMENT, IT SHALL CONTACT THE CUSTODIAN OF PUBLIC RECORDS AT 239-252.2679, Nlichael.Brownlee@colliercountyfl.qor', 3299 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, FL 34112. Iror rental housing projects, records nrust be rcraired for threc (3) years alier the project completion dalei howeler. rccords ofindividual temnt income ce(ilication. projec( rents. and prciect inspections for lhe most recent tlve-year period mlst be retained until fi!e (5) ),cars alier the end ofthe aifordability period. For lcnant-based rental assistalce piojects. records mu$ be re.ained for live years after lhe period ofrcnlal assisrance lemrinates. SUBRECIPIENT is respo.sible for llte creation and maintenaDce ol income eligjble files on cliellts served. aDd docunrenEtion lhat all houscholds are e'igible under HUD lncone Clridelines. SUBRECIPIENT agrees tlut CHS shall be the iillal arbiter on lhe SUBRECIPIENT's compliance. SUBRECIPIENT shall provide the public \vith access to public Iecords or the sanle telns and condidons that thc COTINTY rvould prcvide rhe rccords- and at a cosr rhar does not excecd the cosi provided in Chapter I 19. Florida Sta[utes or as orherwise provided by law. SUBRECIPIENT shall ensure that e\empt or confidential public records, that are rcleased fi'om public records disclosure requirements, arc no! disclosed excepr as authorized b, 2 CFR 200.337 md 2 CFR 200.338. MONTTORING SUBRECIPIENT agrees drat CHS nray carry out no fe\ler lhan olle ( l.) annual on-sire onitoring visit and evaluation activities. as determined necessary. At the COT NTY'S discretion, it may impose a reasonable monkoring charge. Fees ale based on aveEge stafftime and cost ofmatedals. Ongoing monitoring fees ay be included in rhe proiect underwdting. ln addition, the COUNTY shall conduct inspections every thtee (l) years in accordance with 24 CFR 92.504(d)(l) at a mininrum. and Housing Qualitl,Standards (HQS) inspections shall be complered in accordance with 24 CFR 92.209(i). Also, at the COLINTY's discretion, a desk iop review ofthe activities may be conductcd in Iieu of an on-site visir. The continualion of this Agreement is dependeDt upon sat;slactory evaluations. STJBRECIPIENT shall. upon the lequest of CHS. submh Collier Cobq' tloGine AulDn,r_ HNt2l,0t 'I.mnr Bas.d Rend A$nlancc (TBRA)Pase 12 CF,O Page 7804 of 10663 2..1 int'brmation and statLls repofis requiled by CJ"IS or HLID lo enable CHS to evaluate said progress and allow for completioD ofrequired repods. SU BREC IPIEN I sImII allow CHS or HUD lo monitol the SLIBRECIPIENT on sile. Such sire visits may be scheduled or unscheduled as deacnnined by CllS or IIUD. Ar anyrime during nonnal business hours andasoften as theCOUNTY (and/o[ its represenlatives) nray deen necessary, SLIBRECIPIDN'I shall rnake available for revierv. inspection, or audit all records, documeDtation, and any other data relating to all marcrs covered by lhe Agrcement. The COUNTY will monilor the perlbnnance of SUBRECTPIENT in an attempt to miligate fraud. wast€, abuse? or non-peformance based on goals and perfoa'nance standards, as stated wilh all other applicable laws, regulat;ons. and policies governing the Funds plovided under lhis Agreement, further defined bt 2 CFR 200.332. Substandard performancc, as deternrined by CHS. will constitute noncompliance with this Agreement. I1'coftective action is not laken by the SUBRECIPIENT within a reasonable tinle period after being noaified by CHS. Agreemenr suspelrsion or teniinat;on pLocedurcs will be initiated. SLIBRECIPIENT agrees ro provide HUD, rhe HtlD Office of Inspector Cencral. the General Accounting Office, the COUNTY, or the COUNTY s ;nternal audiio(s) access to all records related to performance of acliviries in dris Agreement. PREVENTION OF TRAUD, WASTE, AND ABUSE SUBRECIPIENT slrll establish, maintain, and utilize intemal systems and procedures sufficiert lo prevenl. detect. and corlect ;rcidents of fraud, waste, and abuse in the performance of this Agreement. and prolide proper and effectivc management olall Prcgram and Fiscal activities of the Agreement. STJBRECIPIENT'S internal conlrol systems alld all tansactions and orher significant events arc to be clearly documenled, and fie documentarion shall be readily available tbr moniroring by CHS. SIJBRECIPIENT shall give COUNTY complete access to all its records, employees, and agents for the purpose ofnronitoring or invesligatingthe pcrfomrancc ofthe Agreement. SUBRECIPIENT shall t_ully cooperal.e with COUNTY's effolts to detect. investigate, and prevenr fraud. waste, and SUBRECIPIENT may not discrinrinate agaiDst aDy employee or other person \vho rcpoft a violadon of d1e tenns of lhis Agreemenr or any laN or regulation to the COLINTY. or any appropriale larv enl'orcement anthority, ifthe repo( is made in good thith. CORRECTIVf, ACTION Corrective action plans fial be requircd tbr noDco,npliance, nonperformance. or unacceptable peformance under this,Agre,nerl. Penalries may be imposed for i'ailure 10 ilnplemenr or to nra.lie acceptable progless on such conective action plans. 'l o ellecrively entbrce COUNTY ResolutioD No. 2013-228. CHS has adopted an escalation policy to ensure corltinlred compliance by Subrccipients, Developers. or any entity receiving grant lunds fiom CIIS. The escalation policl for Doncompliance is as follows: L lnirial noncompliance nray resulr in CHS issuing IrindiDgs or Concerns to SUBRECIPIEN I. Nhich requires SUBRECIPIEN'l'to submit a co tctive action plan !oCHS rvithin l0 busi[ess da)'s follo\yillg issuance of$e repofi. 2.5 Collier coutrty Hodrg Authoriry HMll{l Tcm Bas.d tuml Assisme (TBRA)lJg{ rl c,r.o Page 7805 of 10663 l_ 4. o Any pay rcquests that have beerr submitted to CHS for payment will be held until the corrective aciion plan has been submined. o CHS will be ava;lable to provide Technical Assistturce (TA) to SUBRECIPIENT, as needed. !o assist in correcting the noncompliance issue. tl SUBRECIPIENT fai,s lo submit the corrective action plan in a tinlely manDer, CHS may require a poftion of the awarded granl amomt to be rehi'ned io dle COUNTY. o CHS nlay require SUBRECIPIENT to reruru upwards of5 percent ofthe award amoust to the COUNTY. at the discrction ofthe Board. o SUBRECIPIENT may be considered in violation ol Resolurion No. 2013-228. lf SUBRECIPIENT renains noncompliant or repeats an issue that was prcviously corrected and has bcen intbrnled by CHS oftheh subsiantial nonconrpliance by cetified nrail: CllS may requirc a podon of rhe aurarded grant ahount. or the anrourt ofthe IIOME inveslment lor acquisition ofthe propenies conveyed, ro be relulned io the COUNTY. o CHS Dra) require SUBRECIPIENT to rcturn upNards of l0 percent of the alvad anrount to the COUNTY. at lhe discrelion ofthe Board. o SUBRECIPIENT N;ll be considered in violation ofResolution No.20li-ll8- If aller repeated notificalion, SUBRECIPIENT continues to be substantially noncompliant! CHS may recommend the Agreement or arvard be terminated. o CHS \\'ill make a recoormendation to the Board to inrmediately terminale d)e Agreement. SUBRECIPIENT will be requircd to repay all Funds disbursed by rhe COUNTY tbr the lerminated project. This ircludes the amount irvested by the COUNIY for lhe initial acquisition ot tlle propedies or other acri! ities. 2.6 o SUBI{ECIPIENT Nill be considercd in violation of Resolution No. 20ll-228. IISUBRECIPIENT has mul!iple agreenrents with rhe COUNTY and is fourd to be nonconrplianr, the above saDctions uay be iurposed acrcss all awards. at the Board s discrelion. REPORTS Reinlbursement may be conlingeni on the rinel) receipt ofcomplele and accurate reports required by this Agreemeni. and on the resolution ol'monitoring fiidings iderlified plrllsuant to this Agreenrent. as deemed necessaly by the Counq_ Manager or designee. Reports sho*inq lack of proiect acaivitv mav r€sult in \rithholding of Bavment or issuance of s Nolice ol Noncompliance. Duringthe tc n oIlhis Agreernerr, SUBRECIPIENT shall subnlit quafterly progress reports to the COUNTY on the l0u'day ofJanua+, April, July, and Oclobcr, respcct;vely, for the prior quafier period end. As parr ofthe repon submifted in October SUBRECIPIENT also agrees to inctude, a comprehensive final repol covering the agieed-upon Prcgram objeclives. aclivities, and expenditures including but not Ii ited ro. pefomrance dala on clieut feedback \\ith respect to fie CoLl'er Coufi! ]ntrLsnC Aullu ity H\{tl-ot T.mfi lh\ed R.trrJ Assinance(TBR.I)pas. rr CFo Page 7806 of 10663 goals and objectives set forth in Exhibit C, which contai s an example reponing forn lo be used in fullil|nent ofthis requirenrent. Additionally. all leveraged funds ulilized ir suppon ofthis proje(! lvill be submitted on Lxhibit C-I. Olher reporting requiremenls may be imposed by the Count)' Manager or their des;gnee in the event ofProgram charrges. the necd for additional inlbrmarion or documenlalioll arises, and/or legislative anrendments are e[acted. Reports and/or rcqxes@d documenlalion not received by the due date shall be considercd delinquert and may be cause for delauh and temlination ofthis Agreemelt. Itemri der ofP,rsc lnlertionlllr l-en Dlnnl( Collier CNn! tlo$ine Aurhorn, T.tuht Boed Renril AsijMc. (TaMi p,s. rj CFO Page 7807 of 10663 3.1 PART III TERMS AND CONDITIONS SUBCONTRACTS No part of this Agrcenrent may be assigned or subcontmckd $ithout thc wriflen consent ol the COIJN I'Y. which conserrr. ifgivcn d all, shall be at the COUNTY's sole discretion andjudgmen!. SUBRECIPIENT shall cause all provisions oflhis A$eeuent in its cntirety to be included in alld made a parl ofany subconnact execlted in dre performance oflhis Agreenlenl. Gf,NERAL COMPLIANCE SUBRECIPIENT agrees to comply rvith ltrc requiremenrs of Title 24 of the Code of Federal Regularions, Pa 92 (the U. S. Housing and Urban Development regulations corceming HOME lnvestment Pa(nerships Progran Grants (HOME), including subpiul H. except drat (l) SUBRECIPIENT does not assume lhe COL,NTY s environnrental responsibiliries described in ?4 CFR 93.352. and (2) SUBRECIPIEN] does nol assuhe rhe COUNTY's responsibiliiy for initiating rhe rcvieN process unde. tlre prcvisions of24 CFR 92.157. The SUBRECIPIENT also agrees lo conply lvith all otherapplicable laws. regulalions, and policies goverDing the Funds provided under lhis Agreenrenl. SLJBRECIPIENT further agrees to utilize Funds available uDder this Agrcencnt lo supplement. ralher than supplant, funds olheNise available. SUBRECIPIENT is prohibited froln $sing Funds plovided hercin. or personnel emplo)ed in rhe adminislralion of the program lbr political aclivities, inherendy religious activities, lobbying. polirical panonage, and neporism activilies. INDLPENDENT CONTRACTOR Nothing contained in this Agreemenl is inrended lo, or shall be construed in any nranner as c.ealing or establishing the relationship ol enployer/cnrployee beN!een the parties. SUBRECIPIENT shall alw?ys remain an indepe[dent contractor Nith respect ro tlle sen'ices 10 be pertbrmed under this Agreement. The COUNIY shall be exempt fro,n payment ofall Unemployment Contpensation. FICA. retiremcnt. life and/or medical insurance and Workels' Compensation Insurance. as the SUBRECIPIENT is lndependeft f|onr fie COUNTY. AMENDMENTS The COUNTY or SUBRECIPIENT nra)'afiend this Agreemen! at any rime provided that such anendmenis make specific reference to this Agreemenr, and are execuaed in rvriting, signed by a duly aulhorized representarive ofeach orgaoizalion. ard approved by the COUNTY's Board. Such amendNenls shall not irvalidate this Agreemenl, nor relieve or release the COUNTY or SUBRECIPIENT Uom its obligadons under this Agreen]enr. The COLINTY nlay, in its discrction. amend rhis Agrcemert to conform wirh Fede,al. Stare, or L.ocal governnrenial guidelines, policies, available funding amounts. or other reasons. If such amendments result ;n a change in the fundirg, thc scope ofservicc. or schedule ofactivities ao be undertaken as part of ftis Agreement, such modifications will be incorporared only by \rrinen amendment. sigled by both COUNTY and SUBRECIPIENT. 3.2 l.l 3.t Coll cr Counry Housing audDniy IIMII-0t Tcd Eed R.nlal ^situc. (TBRA)Pose 16 C|,O Page 7808 of 10663 3.5 AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS The panies acknowtedgc dlat the Funds origirale lio HUD pro!;ded HOME $ant linds and l]lusl he implemented in lirll compliance with al1 HUD rules and regulations and any agreement between the COUNTY and HUD governirg HOME l'inrds pertairring to this Agrcelnent. ln the evenl of cunailment or non-producaioD of said Fedoal Funds. or the rcduclion oI Funds awatded by HUD io the COUN I Y. to a lcvel thai the County Manager deterlllines to be insulficient to adcquately adnlin;ster the pro_iect. the financial resources necessan, !o contioue to pay SUBRECIPIENT all or any portion of the Funds will not bc available. In tha! event, the COLINTY may lermirate dlis Ageenrent. which shall be efiecti\,c as ol-the darc it ;s deternined by the County Manager or designee. ;n his-her solc discretion and judgrnem. thar the Funds are no longer available. ln the event ol such termination, SUBRECIPIENT agrees that i! will not look to. nor seek Io hold the COLINTY- nor any individual nrembcr of ihe County Commissioners and/or CouDly Administration, persoDally liable ibr lhe peibrmance of this Agreemenl and tlrc COUN l Y shall be released fro any lurther liability to SUBRECIPIENT underthe re ns ofdris Agrcenent. INDEMNIFICATION To the nra,\imu extenr permined by Florida la\\. thc SUBRECIPIENI shall indemnify and hold hamless Collier Cour!y, iB officers, agents. ard enlployees lionr any and all claims, Iiabilities. damages. Iosses. costs. and causes ol action \r,hich nla), alise out ofan ac! or omission, includirrg but noi limiled to. reasonable attomeys' and paralegals fees, to dre extent caused by the negligencc. recklessness, or intentionally \vrongful conducl ofSUBRHCIPIENT or any ofits agents, of-ficels. servants, employees. contractors, patlons- guests- clients. licensees- invitees. ol ant pemons acling under the dircciion. control. or superuision ofthe SUBRECTPIENT in dle pe brmance of rlris Agreement. This indemn;ficalion obligation shall not be co strued to:1egate, abridge, or reduce any other rights or rcnredies dlal olhenvise may be available to an ;ndemnified partr" or'peBon described jll this paragraph. SUBRECIPIENT shall pay all claims and losses of any nature \haasoever in connectioo there$'idr. defend allsuilr in the narle ofthe COUNTY, and pay all cosls (including anomcy's fees) and judgmenls drar nray issue thereon. Ihis Indemnifi€ation shall suNive the ternrination and/or expiration oflhis Agreenent. This secl;on does not pertain 1I) any incidertarising from the sole negligence ofrhe COUNTY.I he foregoing nrdemnification shall nol constitute a waiver of sovereign imnrunity beyond the limits set fol.1h ln Seclion 768.28. Florida Stalutes. Tlris Section shall suNive rhe expiution or termination ofthis Agreenerl. GRA.NTOR RECOGNITION/SPONSORSHIPS SUBRECIPIENT agrees thal all no ces, infonnatioMl pamphlels. press releases. advertisenrenls, descriptions of the Proglaln sponsorships. research repolts. and similar plrblic notices, whether prinled or digirally, ia prepares and releases for. on bchalfof, and/orabout rhe Progmm shall include the statement: .IINANCED IN PART BY U.S. Df,PARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (IIUD) AND COLLIER COUNTY COMMUNITY AND HUMAN SERVICES DIVISION" and shall appear in the sanre size letteN or type as the name of SUBRECIPIENT. This design concept is;n.endedlo disse inate key inlbr lation to the gener al public rcgarding dle developmcDt team, a-s well as Equal Housi ng Opponunity. I f th is Agreem ent rcsults in any copy rightable malerial or invcntions, CHS and,i the COUNTY resene the r;ght to ro),alry-free. non-exclusive, and J.6 3.7 CollierCou ! Housira Au rfly 'llnaii Based L.nul $inanc! (TRRAI !ae' r? cFo Page 7809 of 10663 J.8 inevocablc license to rcproducc. publish. or othe|wise usc; ard to aulhorize otbers to use the work or malerials lor govemmental purposes. SUSPENSION AND DEB.I.RMENT SUBRECIPIENT cefiiflcs that neilher it, nor its p ncipals, is prcsendy debaffed, suspended. prcposed for debarment. declared ineligible. or voluntarily excluded from panicipation in lhis lhnsaclion by a Federal Department or agencyt and that lhe SLIBRECIPIENT shall noi knowingly enler inlo any lorver lier contract. or' other covercd trarsaction, with a suspended or deba ed conlmctor or vendor, as outLined in Exccutive Orders 12549 ( I986) and 12689 ( 1989), Suspension aod Debarment and 2 CFR:00.214. as flrrther detailcd in Section 4.18. DEFAULTS, REMEDIES, AND TERMINATION lD accordance wilh 2 CFR 200.341, rhis Agreelnenr may bc terminated for conven;ence by either $e COUNTY or SUBRECIPIENT, in Nhole or in pan, by settiDg lblth the reasons for such leminatiol1, the elleciive date, and in the case ofpaftial ternrinations, e poftion to be tcmrinaled. Horvever. in thecaseofa partial temination. iftheCOUNTY detenrines (hat the rema;ning porrion ofthe award \vill not accomplish the purpose l_or which it was made, the COUNTY rnay termin0re the a\\,ard in its entirety. Th,s AgreeNen! ma) also be lerDrinaled b], the COUN]'Y ifthe award no longer elTecrudles the proprarn goals or grantor agenc) prioriliei. The folloNin-q actions or inaciions by SUBRECIPIENT shall constitule a Default under this Agreemcnt: 3.9 B. C D, E. F, C, Failure to compl) rvith any olthe rules, regulaiions, or provisions relerred to herein. or such statutes, regulations, execurve orderc, and HUD guidelines, policies, or dircctives as )ay become applicable at any time. Failurc. for arry reason. to fulfill its obligatioDs underthis Agreemenr inatimely and proper Ineffective or improper use ofFunds provided undcr this Agreement- Submission of Lepots 1o the COLNTY. lhat a]e ilcorrect or incomplete in any material Subm;ssion of any false ce(ifi cation. Faiiure to materially comply whh any temls ofthis Agreeneni. Failure m materially comply whh the rerms ofany other agreement between the COUNTY and SUBRECIPIENT relating to the Project. ln the event ofany default by SUBRECIPIENT under this Agreement. rhe COUNTY nay seek any combination olone or rrore ol the follo\\'ing remedies. in compliance \t,ith 2 CFR 200. Appendix u(B): Requi[e specifrc performance ofthe Agreement, in whole or in part Co ier Coqfiy lbln[g Auikniry Hlil1l-Crt Tce{ Brsll Ren d ^ssiranc.{TBR\) Pa8. r3 cFo Page 7810 of 10663 B. Require the use ofor change in p.ofessiolal property oaragemenl. ifapPlicable C. ttequire innnediate repaymenl to the COUN I'y all I-IOME funds SUBRECIPIEN'I has received under this Agreenent D. Apply sanctioDs set forth in 24 CFR 91. ifdetennined t')y $e COUNTY to be applicable E. Slop all payflents until idetuiUed deliciencies are corrected F. Terminate lhis Agreemenl by giving writen notice 1o SUBRECIPIENT specifying lhe effective date ofsuch teflninalion- lfthe AgreeDrent is lerninated by the CoUNTY as provided herein, SUBREC{PIENT shall havc no claim of paymefi or benelit for any incomplete project aclivities undertaken under this Agreenrent, 3.IO REVf,RSIONOFASSETS U pon tenn ination or expir?tion ofrhe Agrceme,rt, in addirion to an), and all other remed;es avai lable ro rhe COUNTY (whether under this Agreenrent or at ]aw or in equiry). if SUBRECIPIENT has not provided the rcquired end use beneficiaries. SUBI{ECIPIENT shall immedialelv transfer to the COUNTY any propety on lund at the time of terminaljon (or e\pimtion) and any accounts receivable attributable !o the use ofHOME funds- The COLNTY'S receipt of any Funds on hand at the time of temination sball not waivc the COUNTY's righl 0ror excuse SUBRECIPIENI's obligation) to recoup all or an]- pol1ion ol lhe Funds, as the COLINTY may deem necessar). Regulal;ons regarding ltal property are subject to 2 CFR 200.i I I and as otheNise provided ai 24 CFR 92.504(c)(:Xvii). All program assets (unexpended program income, prope(y, equipment, etc.) shall revert to CHS upon tenriDation of this Agreeolent. 3.II INSURANCE SUBRECIPiENT shall no! commence any lvork and/or services pusuan! to rhis Agreement unril all rcquircd insulance, as outlined iD Erhibit A and 2 CFR 200.310, has been olrtained. Said insurance shall be carried continuously during SUBRECIPIENT'S performance under the Agreement. 3.12 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS SUBRECIPIENT agrees to perform the Scope of Wo.k iD compliance with the cranr Budget and Scope ol Work (Pat l), the Unifonn Adninistlatlve Requifemerrs for Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (2 CFR 200 et seq). and thc Fedetal rcgulations lor the HOMD funds (24 CFR 92 e1scq.). 3.13 PURCHASING SUBRECIPIENI is rcquir€d to follo\\'Federal Procureme[t standards at (2 CFR 200.318 through 2 CFR 200.3:7) and Collier Count]"s purchasing lhresholds. Atl purchasing for goods and services. including capital equipmelr, shall be Nade by purchase order or a written contraot in conformity lvith the thresholds ofCollier County Purchasing Pol;cy. ColllerCounry tlous trs Anlhoriry HMl].OL 'a?naot Ba*d Re.El AsisiMc. (lBIL\l P.8e re cF,o Page 7811 of 10663 3.1.1 3.r5 Rarge:Conrpctition Required $0 - $50.000 3 Writlen Quotes s50.001+lrormal Solicitation (lTB. RFP, erc.i All improvemenls specified in Pafi I. Scope of wo ( shall be perfo ned by SIJBRECIPIENT ell]ployees- or put out to comperitive bidding. under a procedure acceptable to the COUNTY and I-edeml requircmeDts. SIJBRECIPIENT shall enlcr inro conmcrs fbr improvements $ith the lowest. responsible and respolrsive bidder. Conlfact administration shall be harrdled by SUBRICIPIENT and monitor€d b] CHS. \\4rich sha'l have access ro all records and docuncnts r'elated to the project. In accordance whh 24 CFR parrs 570.?02(b)(3) & 570.:02(b)(4). ro the grealcst e*cnt practicable. SUBRECIPIENT shall prccue products. simila. to Ene|gJ, Stal and Water Sensc products and appliances, that increase lhe etTective use olcnergy and water in slructurcs. In accordance wirh 2 CI]R 200.322. lo rhe grearest e\tenl praclicable. SUBRECIPIENT shall procure. acquir'e. or use goods, products or nraterials produced in the lJnited States. In accordance with 2 CFR 200.323, SUBITECIPIENT shall procure ilems tlrat contain the highest percenage of recovered naterials practicable. consistenl with mainkining a satisfactoD level ol' completion. per 2 CFR 200, Appendix ll (J) and 2 CFR 200.321. PROCRAM GENERdTED INCOME No Progmnr Inconre is anticipared. llowever. il Program lncome is derivcd fiom the use ofHOME Funds disbursed urder rhis Agreemen!. such Proglanl lncome shall be utilized by SUBRECIPIIN-I' for HoME-eligible act;vities, approved by COUNTY- Any Progmm lncome (as such tenD is defined under applicable Federal regulalions) gairled fiom any SUBRECIPIENT activity lunded by HOME funds shaU bc rcpolcd torhe COLJNIY drrough an annual Progmm Inco,ne Rcuse Plalr, ulilized by SUBRECIPIENT accoldingly, and shall be compliant Nith 2 CFR 200.307 and 21 CFR 92.503(a). ir rhe operaaion oftlle Progam. When Progrrm Income is generated bt an activit! that is only parti:llly assisted lvith HOME fnndsj the income shrll b€ proratcd to reflect the p€rcetrtig€ ofHOME funds used- Iftherc is a Program Income balance at thc end ofthe ProgEm Ycar, such balance shall revet !o thc COUN'I Y's IIOME Grant Program, for furlher reallocation- GRANT CLOSEOUT PROCEDL]RES SUBRECIPIENT's obligation to the COLNTY shall not end unril all closeout rcquirements are conpleted. Activit;es during the closeort period shall irclude bui arc nor linrlred to making fiual payments. disposing of prcg.anr assets (including the return ol all unus€d maerials, equ;pnrEnr, program income balances, ar recei\rable accouuts to ihe COUNTY), and dctefirining the custodia.ship of records. lD addition ro rhe rccords rerention o(tlined in seclion 2.2 (Records and Docunrentation) ofthis Agrcemcnt. SUBRECIPIENT shall comply with section I I9.021, Eiorida Statures. regarding records maintenance. preservation. and retention- A conflict bet\lecn stale and lldel?l rccords retent;on requiremenrs will resuh in lhe more stringent law being applied. such that the .ecord nlusa bc held for the longer duration. Arry balance of unobligaled fuDds rhat have been advancedor paid nrustbe rcturnedto ihe COLTNTY. Anyfunds paid exceeding the anrounl to whi€h the SUBRICIP]ENT is entitled under the tenDs and conditions ofrhis Agrccmenl ntust be refunded ro the COUNTY. SUARECIPIENT shall also produce records aDd infomarion ilut compl)r Nith section 215.97. Florida Statutes. ihe Flor;da Sinqle Audit Act- Closeout ofocedures musl take place in a€cordance \\'ith 2 CFR 200.34,1. Collnr Count! Housir! udbri$ HMll{r T{tu[ L]aed Rental Asshofce (TBRA I rtrsc 20 Cf.O Page 7812 of 10663 ].I6 OPPORTUNITTES FORRNSIDXNTS AND CIVIL RIGHTS COMPLTANCE SIIBRECIPIENt agrees tlla! no person shall be excluded fronl dre berefits olor subjected to disciminarion under al]y aciivity caried oul by the perfornlance olthis Agreemenl based on mce. aolor. disability. nalional oigin. religion, agc. familial status. or sex Upon receipt ofevidence of such discrimination, lhe COt INTY shall have the righl to telminate dlis Agreemellt. 'I'o the greares! exten! feasible, lower-income rcsidents of the projecl area shall be given oppoflunities fbr trairing and employnreni. In addilion. eligible business concems Iocated ir, or oNned in subslantial pa( by persols residing in rc projecl aiea shall be aNarded contracts in connection widr the projecr. SLIBRECIPIENT shall comply \iith Section 3 ol dre Housing and Communily Developnrent Acl of 1968. 3.I7 OPPORTUNITIES FOR SMALL AND MINORITY/WOMEN.OWNED BUSTNESS ENTtrRPR]SES SUBRECIPIENT will use its best eflbis 10 afford small busiDcsses aod minority and women's business enterprises dre marimum practicable oppo(unity Io par cipate in die performance ofthis Agrcement, As used in this Agreement, the term _small busiress" means a b siness thal meets e cdteria se1 lbnh in seclion 3(a) of drc SDall Business Ac!. as anlendcd (15 U.S.C. 632): arrd "ninority and women's business enlerpise" nreans a business thal is a( least 5l percent owned and controlled by uinority group members or women. Iror the pulpose of this definjtion. _nrinority group members" arc Black Anrericans, Hispanic Americans. AsianlPacific AnrericarN. Native Americans, and Hasidic Jervs. The SUBRECIPIENI may rely on wrinen represenlations by businesses regarding their status &s minority and female business enlerprises in lieu of an independent investigation. 3.I8 PROGRAMBENEFICIARIES l{oME Progmm TBRA furding is lilnited to low-ircome households (below 80 percent ofArea Medium Income (AMl)). HoNever, llUD has further targeted lery-loN-inconre households (at or below 60 percent of AMI). per 24 CFR 92.216(a). As such, 90 percent of eligible households receiving TBRA funding under ihis Agreen)ent must be at or below 60 perlent of AMI arrd l0 percenl of eligible houscholds may have a household income of up 10 80 percent of AMI, adjustcd for family size, Assistance nrust be plovided for at least one year bul not more than two years, per 24 CFR 92.209(e). 3.19 AFFIRM-ATIVEACTION SIIBRECIPIEN t agrees tha! it shall be committed to carrying out an Affirmative Action Program, puEuant to the COLINTY's specificalions in keeping \\ ith the principles as provided in President's E\ecutive Order I1246 ofSeprember24, 1966. Priortorhe award ofFunds. SUBRECIPIENT shall submit to fte COLINTY Ior approval an Affirmative Action ProgBm plan. SUBRECIPIENT shall update lhe Affilmative Action Plan throughout the aflbrdability period. as needed. and submit it ro the CoUNTY within 60 days ofany Lrpdate/nrodificalion. 3.20 PEf,S Collier Counlr Hourng Au Dnry HM2l0r T(nanl lla*d Rental AshGnc. (TBRAI Pisc 21 cF.o Page 7813 of 10663 SUBRECIPIENT agrees thar it shall not charge selaicing. originalion. or other taes for the puQose of covering costs of adninistering lhe I1OME program. excepl as pernhted by 24 CliR 91.2r4(bxll. 3.2I CONFLTCT OF INTEREST SUBRECIPIENT covenants that Do percon undel its employ who preserltly exercises any fuoctions or rcsponsibilities in connection rvi$ the Project, has an, direct o[ indirect peEonal financial inter'est iD the Projecl areas or any parcels dlereirthat would conflict in any nlanneror degree Nilh the peribr'mance of this Agrcemenl and SUBRSCIPIENT shall not employ or subconi?d any person havjng a conl]ict olintcresl lbr this plojcct. SUBRIiCIPIEN I'covenants that h will conlPl! with all provisions of24 CFR 92.356(0 "Conflict ofln(ercst." 2 CFR 200.i 18. and the Stale aM County $atutes, regulations. ordirances- or rtsolutions goleming collllicts ofinterest. Any poss ible conll ict of interest on the pad of SUB REC I lrl ENT or ils clrl p Ioyees shall be disc losed in Nriring to CHS pro'\,ided. however, ihat this section shall be inrerpreted in such a marner so as not to unreasonably ;nrpede the statulory requircmem lhal m inunr opponunity be provided for employnlent ofand participation ol low- and ffoderate-income residenls ofthe prcject target area. SUBRECIPIENT Nill notiry the COLINTY, in writinS. and seek COUNTY approval prior to enterin-q into an)'contract (,ith an entit-rr o\vncd. in Nhole or in pa( by a covei€d pe6or or an eDtity oNned or controlled ;n whole or in pan by dre SUBRECIPIENT. The COUNTY may revieN lhe proposed contract ro ensure the contmctor is qualilied and the costs are reasonable. Approval ofan identity ofinteresi contracr will bc in the CoUNTY's sole discrerioD. This provision is not inlelrded to limit SUBRECIPIENT's ability to self-manage the projects using its orvn employees. J,22 RELIGIOUSORGANIZATIONS HOME f_unds nray be used by r,.ligious organizations or on propefty owned by religiou-s organizations onl] in accordance NiIh rcquirenrents set in Scction 14 CFR 92.157. SUBRECIPIENT shall cornply wilh Firsr Anrendnent Chrrch/Slare principles as follorvs: h will not discifiinate agairst any emplolee or applicant ibr employment and will not limil or give preference in employnlenr to persons based on religion. It will not disc minate agaitst any person applying tbr public serrr'ices arrd will not limir s!rch services or give prclerence to perso$ based on religior. Il will retairr its independence Irom Fedel?l. Stare. and local gove, nnrents and may continueto carry out irs mission, including the definition, practice, and e)ipression of its religious beliefs, provided that it does nol use dirccl I'lOM E Funds to support any inhcrently religious aclivities. such as worship. religious instruclion. or proselytizing. The t'unds shall nor be used for the acquisilion, construclion, o[ rehabilitation ofstructures to d1e extem that those struclLnes a.e Lrsed lbr inherently religious activities. Where a sllucture is used for bolh eligible and inherently rcligious activilies. HOMD Funds may rot exceed the cost ol $ose po(ions of alrc acquisition. construction, or rehabilita(ion that are attdbuable ao eligible activilies in accordance s,irh lhe cosl accounting requirements appl;cable to HOME Funds in this pal.t. Sanctuaries, chapels, or other rcoms lhat a HOME funded religious b. d. Coll'.rComr HousrngAurho q HMllr,l Tsnaht Uryd Rcn(L Assridcc (TBltA)P"se 22 cF,o Page 7814 of 10663 congregation uses as its principal place oflvorship, howevcr. are incligible for HOME lunded improvements. 3.23 INCIDENTREPORTING lfservices 10 clicnts are provided underthis Agreement, SLIBRECIPIENT and any subcontEctors shall report 10 CHS. knowledge or reasonable suspicion ofabuse. neglect. orexploitatio ofachild. aged person. or disabled person- Duling the teor of this Agreement, Sl.illREClPlENT must report to ihe COUNTY ir $,riting, within one business day of occurrence, an"v subs[anlial, controversial, or newsworthy incidents. l he Collier County Stahdard Subrecipjent Incident Report Form shall be used to report all such ircidents. "r.2.1 sEvtrl.tABlLtT\ Should ant provision ofrhe Agreenlent be detemined unenforceable orinvalid. such deternl ination shall not aflect the validi!y or enibrceabiliry of any other section or parl thereol-. 3.25 BYRD ANTI-LOBBYINC AMENDMENT Each tier ceftifies that rhe tier above it wili not. and has no! used Federally appropriated Funds to pay alry person or orgariz-ation lbr influencing or attempling to influence the a\'ard of FedeEI funds, ar covered by Jl (lSC 1352. and more fully described in Seclion 4.5.1 olfiis Agreement. Contractors \rvho apply or bid for an award ol'Sl00,000 or more slrall tile tl1e required cetificatioD. 3.26 MISCELLANEOUS SUBRECIPIENT and COLNIY each binds itself. its pal1ners. successors. Icgal rep.esenlalives. and assigns ofsuch other party in respect ro all covenants oflhis Agreement. SLIBRECIPIENT represenLs and wan?nts tlur the financ;al data, rcporrs. and orher infoflration it I'umished to the COUNIY regardiru lhe hojecl are accurate and complele, a d rinancial disclosures lairly represent the financial posi!ion oISUBRECIPIENT. SUBRECIPIENT undersiands thar client iuibrmation collecred underahis Agreenred is privaae and the use or disclosure olsuch inlbrmation, when not directly connecled wilh the administration of the CO(JNTY's or SUBRECIPIEN'I s r€sponsibilities Nith respect to services prcvided under dis Agreemcnt, is prohibired unless \\'ritten consent is obtained flom such person rcceiving seNice and. in case of a nlinor, that ola responsible parent/guardian. SUBRECIPIENT cedifies dlat it has the legal authoriN to receive the iLnds under this Agreement and its governing body has authorlzed the executior and acceprance of rhis Agreement. SUBRECIPIEN I also ce{ifies1hat the undersigned pelson has the authority to legally execute and bind SUBRECIPIENI ro the ter s ofthis Agreenreni. The seclion headings and subheadings contained in this Agreement are included for convenience only and shall no! Iinrit or othen\'ise afaect dre terms ofthis Agreellrent. The Craft Docunrents shall be conskued in accordancc wiih and gove$ed by the laws 01'Ihe State ofFlorida. without giviDg effecl to its provisions regarding choice of la\!s. collierCou.$ Hous ns Aunroio_ HM2l-01 T.dnt Br*d RL'nLd Ain$mc ('l llRAl P.g.1r Cp.O Page 7815 of 10663 All activilies auihorized b] fiis Agrcemenl shall be subjecr to and pedbrmed in accordance wilh rhe plovisions ol the lenns and conditions of lhe Aglecment benveen the CoLrN l'Y, the Regulalions. all applicable f'ederal, slate, and municipal la\rs, ordinances, regl ations, ordcrs, and guidelines- including but mr limited to ariy applicable regulations issued by the COUNTY. Eicctronic Signatures. This Agreement, and related documenls entered into in cornection with this Agreenren!. are signed when a pany s signaaure is delivercd by lacsimite. e-nail. or any other eleclronic nedium. These signatures must be lreated in all respecls as having the same force and eflecl as original signalues- 3.27 WAIVER The COLINTY'S &ilurc to acl wilh respecr ro a breach by SUBRECIPIENT docs no1 \vaive iLr righr lo act wi!h rcspect to subsequen! or silnilar brcaches. The COUNTY'S failure to exercise or enforce an] ght or prcvision shall nor conslitute a waiver oIsucb right or provision. l{cmrinder ol l'a.ge lnrc .ionlrllt Loll BlnDli Collier C(M! Housins Alnroflt) HMzl-01 lenaniBa$d RenuL ssistancc (TBM)pag.24 cFo Page 7816 of 10663 ,l.l PART IV GENERAL PROVISIONS 24 CFR 92 as amended- All the regulations regarding the HOME prog am htrpsr^v\,rw.ecti.gov/cullenrritle-2.{/subl;tle-A/oad-92 24 CFR 58 - The regulations prescribing the Envitonmental Review ptocedul€. Link: hupsr^v$!v.eclr.sov/ctr'r cn/thle 14lsubtitlc-A/pat-j8?toc= I Title ll of ihe Cmnston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act (42 [J.S.C. 12701 et seq.). Regulations at 24 CFR part 92. Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibit you frcm discliminating on ihe basis ofdisability in the opemtion ofpublic entities. public and private ransportation systems, placesolpublic accommodation, and cenain testing entities (42 U.S.C. sections I 21 3 I - I 2 I 89), as im plemented by Depanment of Jusiice regulalions at 28 C. F. R. parts 35 and 36. ard Department ofTranspotat;on regulations at 49 C.F.R. parts 37 and 38. Titles ll and III ofthe Anrericans with D;sabilities Act, which prohibit you from discriminating on the basis of disability irr the operation of public entities, p blic and pdvate transpor@tion systems, places ofpublic accommodation. and certain testing entities (42 U.S.C. seclions l2l3l-12189), as implemenied by Department ofJustice regulations at 28 C.F.R- paff i5 ard 16, and Deparmen! ofTEnsportation regulations at 49 C.F.R. pats 37 and 38. The Eair Housirg Act (42 U.S.C. 3601-20) Reasonable Accommodations Under the Fair Housing Act. hllpsi//\\,urv-hud.[o\,/s;tes/docunents/DOC 777 I.PDI' E.O. I 1063 - Equal Opportunity in Housing Execulive OLdcr 11063 Eoual Opportunilv in Housinp The American Presidenc! Proiecl rucsb.edu) E.O. I 1259 - Leadership & Coordination olFair Housing in Federal Programs httpr/wlvw.archives.sov/federalrcgisrcr/codillcat;orr,/executive-order'/122,59.hlml 24 CFR Part l0? - Non-Discrimination a d Equal Opportunity in Housing under E.O. h ttps JA!ww.law.corne l1.edLl/cfi /text/24lpal'!- | 0? Title Vl ofdle Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended. Title Vlll of rhe Civil Rig,rrs Acr of 1968 as amended htlpsr//www.hud.eov/orcgramdescriptio title6 24 CFR 92.202 - The regulations issued pursuam to Executive Order 11063 which prohibits discriminatioD and promotes equal opporuniiy in housing. httpsJ^irw. law.comcll.edu/c6 /te\/24lpa11-92 Executive Order 11246 ("Equa1 Employment Opporruniry"), as amended by Exccuriv€ Orders I 1375 and 12086 - which establishes hiring goals lor minorities a-nd women on projects assisred with federal funds and as supplemenred in Departmeni of Labor regulations. EO 11246: hltpJ/wr!\\'.eeoc. qo!/eeoc,/h istorv/151h/thela$y'eo- I I 246.htm I EO I 1375 and 12086: see item #3 below Iitle Vll ofdrc I968 Civil Rights Act as anrerded b) ihe Equa' Eurployment Opporunilv Act of 1972,42 USC section 2000e, ea seq The SUBRXCIPIENT wi1l. in all solicitations or advenisements for enrployees placed by or on behalf ofthe SUBRECIPTENT- stare thai it is an Equal Opporlunif_ or Afrmative Aclion employer. htto:/Arwrv.eeoc.qov/Laws/statules/tltlevii-cllrr 1.2 .1.3 1.{ .1.5 1.6 1-1 .1.8 Couie. Cdo.t! Hounng AutlD.ty Tenanr Ba*d Reid Asistance (TBRAI P.ee 25 CFO Page 7817 of 10663 1.9 Age Discrinination Act of 1975, Executive Order I I063, and Executive Order I 1246 as amended by Executive Orderc 11375. I147E, 12107 and 12086. Age Discrimination Act of 1975 - @ 11063r Bxeculivc Order I 1063-E0ual Opoonlrnitv in Housins 'fhe American l'residencv llqlecr (ucsb.cdq) I I246:Executivc Order II146 Eoual Eprolo\rnent OpportuniN l-U-i-DglAtutc4gllnbol (dol.sov) I ll75: Anrended bl, EO 11478 I I478: http:/Av$ w.archives.qov/federalreeislcr'/cod iticatio execulive-ordely'I i478.htnI 1 2 I 07: hltpr/www.archives. qov/l'cderal-reeister/cod ific.tion/exec ulive-ordcr/ I 2 I 07. h tnr I 12086:http://www.archives.sov/l'cderalresistedcodificalion/executive-ordct/l2086.lttml 4.10 section 5M ofrhe Rehabilitarion Acr of 1973, 29 usc 776(b) (5). 24 cFR 92.251 Section 504: l]!1p!fu4pq4o!!i1|i.bigh!t5ErMh!!1 29 USC 776: t11l!4a!!]rsbl!!!!!!odq?94f6.h1l! 4.ll The Amer;cans with Disabilities Act of 1990 hitpsr//Nww.hud.qov/prosam o]-liccs/fair ho0sine equal opp Americans u,ith Disabilities Act ol l990. As Amended I ADA.sov 4,12 Unifomr Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisilion Policies Acl of I970. as amended. Ulrifbon Relocalion Assistance apd Real Prcped! Acouisidon Policies Act of 1970 - tslninenl Domairr (us,ecal.com) 4.f3 SUBRECIPIENT agrees !o comply with the non-discrimination irr employment and contracting opponunities laws. regulations, and executive ordets referenced in 24 CFR 5 Subpart A. as revised by Executive Order 1i279. http://t_edqovconlracls.conr/pe02- I 92.hxn 4.14 Public Law 10G430 - the Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988. STA I IJTE- 102-Pq16I9.pdi (eovintb.eov) 4.15 2 CFR 200 et seq UDifonn Administra(ive Requirements, Cost Itinciples, and Audit requirements for Grants and Agreements. h ftps i//www.eJfi'.gov/ce i- b in/tcxt- idx?tpl=/ecfrbro,!!Elldr024g!:20q__!!rill0_ 2-1p! 4.16 2 CFR 216 - Prohibition on certain teleconmunications ard video surveillance seF,,ic€s or equipment. Recip;efts and Subrecipients are prohibited from obligating orexpending loan or grant funds to: I) procure or obtain funds; 2) extend or renew a conlract to procure or obtain; or 3) enter into an contract (or extend or renew a contract) to procurc or obtain equipment selvices, or systehs thai use(s) covered telecommunications equipment or serlices as a substantial or essentia, component of any system, or as critical iechnolosr' as pan of any syst€m, 4.17 Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 S.1200 - 99th Coru:ress ( 1985-1986): ImmiqErion Refbrm and Control Act oi I986 I Congress.eov I Librarv ofConqess 4.18 The SUBRECIPIENT agrees to comply whh the lollowing rcquircmentsi a. Clean Air Act.4l USC ?401, el req. httor//wwl!.law.comell.edu/uscode/text/42l7401 Cour.r Counq, Uouslig Aurlxrity HM2l-0r l.Md ad*d R(fldl As'sllM ( I BR 4 r PaSc 16 - *O Page 7818 of 10663 b. Federal Water Polludon Control Act,3l USC 1251, erse4.. as amended. Ittp:4w\w.la\\'.coI .1.19 In accordance with the rcquirements ofthe Flood Disaster Protection Act of l97l (42 USC 4002 and 24 CFR 5?0.60), the SUBRECIPIENT shall assur€ that for activities located in ar area identified by FEMA as having special flood hazards, l'lood insurance lnder rhe National Flood lnsurance Prograrn is oblained and nrainlained. Ifappropriate, a lelter ofmap amendmelrl (LOMA) may be ohained fron FEMA. which $ould satisfy this requirentent and/ot reduce the cost of said flood insumnce, htlo:/A\'rvN.eclr.qov/cei-bir/text- idx?c=ecli&S I D=cba40bdbs:8 2 2d8082 7aJ 8 bcedS b0b56& rrn=d iv8&\'ie\r =text&node=:4:i . I . L lLlll.6&idno=24 4.20 The SUBRECIPIENT agrees to comply \.!'ith rhe Hisroric Preservalion requirements set fonh in tlle National Historic PreseNation Act of 1966, as amended (16 U.S.C.470) and the procedules set forrh in 36 CFR Parl 800. Advisory Coucil on Historic Preservatioo Procedures for Protection of Historic Properties. insofar as they apply to the performance ofthis agreement. Natiopal Histoic Prescrvatiorr Act c'I 1966 NCSI{1'}O hrip://r\N.ec li'.go\' 66cfi800 main 02.rpl t.2t ln geneml, this requires coucurrence frollr the State Historic Preservation Officer tbr all rehabilitation and denrolition of historic properties that are fifty years old or older or that are included on a tederal, stare, or local historic pr'operly list- National Histolic l)'escrvariop Acr ol l966INCSHPO The SUBRECIPIENI ceTt;fies that ii will provide drug-fiee wo*places. in accordance with the Drug-Free Workp'ace Aci of 1988 (41 USC 701). h lrp://u s-code.vlex.com A,id/d r'Lrq- li-cc-workp lace-rco Lr irem cns-co nlractors- | 91418 70 1.22 Tbe SUBRECIPIEN-I certitles that neither it, nor its principals, is presendy debarred. suspended. proposed for debafincnt. declored inel;gible. or voluntadly excluded fiom participation in dris transaction by any Fedeml Depannreft or agercyi and. llut fie SUBRECIPIENT shall no1 knowingly enter into any lower tier contracl, or olher covered transaclion. rvi[h a person who is similarly debafled or suspended fronr participating in this covercd iransaction as outlined in 24 CFR 5 Subpan A and 24 CFR 92.350. 1.2.J The SUBRECIPIENT agrees to comply Nilh 2 CFR 200 et seq atrd agrees ro adlrre ro the accounting principles and plocedults required therein. utilize adequale interMl conrols, and maintain necessary source documentation forall costs incu td. These requirements areenumemled in 2 CFR:00. et seq. 1.2,1 2 CFR 216 - Plohibition on ceftain leleconrmunications and video surveillance ser\,ices or cquipment- COUNTY and SUBRECIPIENT are p.ohibired fro obligaring or e\pending loan or grant timds to: 1) procure or oblain; 2) exteDd or t'enew a contract to proclrre or obtain; 3) cnter inlo a coltl?ct (or extend or renew acontract) to procule orobtain equipment. services. or systens thar use(s) covered telecommunications equipnrent or seNices as a substantial €omponenl of any sJrstcm, or as critical lechnology as parl olany system. 4.25 Single Audits shall be condrcted annually in accordance wirh 2 CFR 200.501 and shall be submitted to the Cou,rty riire (9) monlhs ailerthe end ofthe SUBRECIPIENT's fiscalyear. The SL,BRECIPIENT shall comply widr the requirenrents and sra dards of 2 CFR 200 Subparr F. Collid Co!n! Housi.s AdhoriO LtMll0r Tciant Brscd ReNll Asisronc. {TBR{)Pase r7 CF,O Page 7819 of 10663 1.26 Section 500. Subrecipients excmpt liorr Single Audit requiremenls shall sttbmit audited linancial staaemeots ro rhe COUNTY one hundred eight), (l80) days after the end oflhe Subrecipients fiscal year. Per 2 CFR 200.345. ifrhis Agreement is closed oul prior lo thc receipl ofar audit,rpon. the CoUNTY reserves the right to recover an) disallowed costs jdentified in an audit aftet suclr t(B--lII&l',. '''(r cul'rJ f ' \ dir Rcqu'rerrrrr' Any real prcpeny acquired by the SUBRECIPIENT tbr the purpose of carrying on the proiects stated herein andapproved by theCOUNTY iD accordance rviththe lJniforDr Relocalion Assistarce and Real Properry Acquisilion Policies Act of 1970 and 49 CFR 24.101, shall bc subject to lhc provisions of IIOME incllding. but not limilcd ro, the provisions on use and disposition ofpropety. Any real propely Nithirr the SUBRECIPIENT conool. which is acquired or iuiproved in \hole or part with HOMS tirnds ;n exccss ol 525,000. must adhere to the HOME Regulations at 24 CFR 92.351.ll US(l Ch. 6l : UNIaORN4 Iihl.oC TlON ASSlS lA^-(lE AND ItEAl. PROPEIt.fY ACOUISITION PoLICIES I.OR I:EDERAI, AND I'EDERALLY ASSISTIiD PR0CRAMS (house.qov) hfto:rlyr1y.la r\ .come ll .edll/c li/ te\I/11)/l-l- I [L No Federal approprialed funds have been paid or will be paid. bl'ol or behal{ ofthe undersigned. to any person lbr inllxencing or anemptirlg to influence an olllcer or employee ofany agency, a Menrber ofCongress, an officer or employee ofCongress, or ar employee ofa Mentber olCongrcss in connection with rlle awarding of arry Federal coDlraci, the nraking of anl, Fcdeml grant. the making of any Federal loan. the entering into of any cooperative agreenrent, and the exrension. continuation, rcnewal. afiendment, or modificadon of any federal coDtr?ct. grant. loan, or cooperative agreemenl. Ifany lirnds olher than Federal approp ared funds have been paid or Nill bc paid to any person for intluencirg or atenrpting lo influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Vlenrber ol Congress. aI olTicer or' ernployec of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Consress in connection with the awading ofany Fedeml contract. the makingof an]'' Federalgrant. the Dlaking of any Federal loaI, the entering into of any cooperative agreement. and the extension. coni;nuatiotl, rene\\,aI. amendment, or modificarion ol any Federal contract! gr'anL loan, or coopemtive agreement. Ifany funds. other tllan Fedoal appropriared funds have been paid or \yill be paid to any person for inlllrencing or atlempling to iniluence an officer or entployee of any agency, a Member of Congress. arl officer or employee olCoDgress, or air ehployee ofa Member of Congress, ilr connection with this Federal conrracl graDt, loaD. or cooperative agreenlent- ihe undersigned shall cohplete and submit Standard Fornt-LLL, "Disclosure Fo n to Repoft Lobbying". in accordance Nith its instruclions. Thc undersigned shall require thal the bnguage of this cenification be included in the award documents for all sub-auards ar all iie.s (including subcontracis. sub-grants, conll?cts under grants, loans. and coopetative agreements) and that all SUBRECIPIENIS shall cetify and disclose accordingl)'. 4.28 Travel reimbursement will be based on the U.S. ceneral Services Administration (CSA) per diem rates in effect al the rime oftravel. 4.29 Equal access in accordance Nith the individual's gender identity in community planning and developmena programs, per 24 CFR 5.106. httpsy'Av\l1v.[ovreqs.com/rcqu]aliorrs/expand/title24 aalt5 subpa(A seclion5.l06 1.21 Coll'er Counq H.usirB Au!|utr) HM2]{JI Te mnr D ased Rcnlal As n1anc. (TaiA)!e.28 C>O Page 7820 of 10663 J.32 4.30 Housing Counseling. including homeownel'sh ip counseling or rental housing counseling. as defined in section 5.100. required under or provided in connection with arry progxam administered by HUD slutl be provided only by organizations ard counselors ce(ified by the Secrelaly under 24 CIrR part 2l4lo provide housing counseling, consistern rlith I2 U.S.C. l70l\, per 24 CFR 5.1IL U1trr://rvrvw.ecil.eov/cqi-bin/tert- id \?SJ D=ej i 9ece9fdfd I J 79ea b6 7e8S0c7cd dd-1&nodc=24:2. L L 2. I 0..1&rar=div6 https:/hvr w. larv. corrre ll. cdlr/c li/te\t/2-ll5. 1 I I 4.31 HUD FinalRule - Implementation ofthe Violence Agaiflst WoNen Reautho zation Act of20l3 \\,hich appl;es lbr aU vlct;ms of donlcsric violencc. dating violence. sc\ual a.ssaull. and stalkirg. regardless of se\. gender ;dent;r],, or rcxual orienlarion. and wlich must be applied consjstenll! r,rh al' r,rndi'crinrlnrri,rn and t;ir rru,rii'g requ re rcIL.. h Lrps:/Avu \\ . fedcr?1rcsi srer. sov/docrntelX!4o_l 61l l/l 6/20 1i25 8tl!&i!l!r.tlqaCallts!:ulttlr]: reautho''izalion-act-of-20 I i-inr p lenren taaiop-in-hud-housinq-pr olr anr s Ant rule or regulaaion determined to be applicable by HUD. {.33 Limircd English Proficiencyr SUBI{ECIPIENT agrces to ralie reasonable sleps (o provide nreanirglul access to the pmgmm/project ard activities t'unded under this Agleement tbr persons $ith Iimited English prcficiency purcuant Io infor ation located atr hlio:/A\'\\'N-lcp.gq!. 4.34 Equal -[reatment of Faith-Based Organizalions: By reg[lation. HUD prohibits all recipien! orgaiizations fiom llsing financial assistancc fi om HUD ao fund explicirly r eligi0r.1s activities. l he SUBRECIPIEN-r agrees to avoid such prohibited condrc!. For more informatior! see hrtps://ojp.lrov/abotrrocr'/patre|Ships.h!m. Discriminalion on the brsis ofreligio in employnent is generally prohibited by federal law. but the Religious Freedom Resroration Act is inacrprered oD a case-by-case basis to alloN some fairh-bascd organizations to receive LItJD lunds while taking inlo account religion when hiring stat'l Questions in this regard should be direcled ro the Oflice for Civil Rights. {.35 Arrest and Conviction Records: Fedeml and stale laws resll'ict use ofarest and conviction rccords in the employmenl conteri except when specifically aurhorized. The SUBRECIPIENT agrEes to avo,d lhe misuse of arrest or conviciioD records to screen applicants for erDploynlenr or enployees lbr retention or promotion thal may have a dispamte impacr based on race o[ natioDal origin. resulling in unlawful em ployrn enl d isc rimination Llnless usc is oiherwise specifically nuthorized by law. See hftps:/.ojp.!g!\,/aboutloclrpdlls/tjseolaon!icrion Ad\isor!.Ddf fol more details. 4.J6 Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment (3I U.S.C. section ll52): Tne SUBRECIPIENT w;ll not use and has not used fedcral approprialed luDds to pay at an)_ tier. cither direcdy or indirectly. any person or orga izatioD for inlluencing or attempting !o influence an oiflcer o: efirployee ofany agency, a tem ber of Congress. aD officer or employee ofCongress, or an errployee of a nrenrber of Congress in connection with obtain;ng any fedeml contracl gtant. or anv otlter arvard or subaNard covered by 31 U.S.C. sectior 1352- Each tier shall also disclose any lobbying with nonfedeml fiDds that takes place in conneclion wilh obtaining any federal arvard or subaq,ard. Such disclosures are tbr\r,a-rded from tierto tier up to thc recipient. The SUBRECIPIENT shall conply lvirh the lobbying restrictions of the Byrd A nli-Lobbying A mendm ent (i I I J. S.C. section I 352) and (ii) cnsure thar ils ofiicers- employees. arld its subcontracloN here$nder co,nply rvith al I applicable local. state. and iederal laws and regulations governing advocacy of and appeaEnces befbre any legislative body. None ofthe funds provided under ahis Agreemena shall be uscd for publiciiy or propaganda purposes designed 1o support or defeat any legislation pending before local. stare. or iederal lcgislaturcs. Co 1..Cotrnry H.usng A rort! Hlrlti4r TcnanBascd R.nLn r\ssisr c.(TaRA)Pae. ze CFO Page 7821 of 10663 4.37 False Clainr. Crinrinal- or Civil Violation: SUBRECIPIENT must p.omptl) reier !o COUNTY an) cred;ble eviden€e that a principal, emptoyee. agent. contraclor, subgrantee. subconimctor. or other pe.son has eirher (i) submitted a lalsc clainr for grant funds ulrder the False Claims Acl or (ii) com,nilled a criminal or civil violation of iaws penaining to 6'aud, conflict of inte.est, bribery. gmtuity. or similar misconduct involving subalvard agreemeol funds. .1.38 Political Activities Prohibited: None ol lhe funds provided dircctly or indirectly under this Agreenenl shall be used for an) political activilies o. to furlher the eleclion or defeat of any candidates for public office. Neither this Agreement nor any lunds provided hercunder shall be utilized iD support of any partisan polit;cal aclivities o, acdvities for or against tbc election ol a candidatc for an elected ofYice. .1.39 Text Messaging: Pursuanr to Execulive Order 13513, "Fedcml LeadeNhip on Reducing Texl Messaging Whilc Driving. T4 lcderal Rcgistt 5l:15 (October l, 1009), HUD encourages recipienB and subrecipieols to adopt and enlorce policies banning employees from le\t mcssaging while driving any vehiclc during the couEe of pe bnning work funded by HUD and to establish woakplace safeq'policies and conduct education, awareness. and other outreach 1o decrease clashes caused by disn?cled drivers. 4.40 Trafiicking iu Persons: The SUBRECIPIENI a8rees 1o, at any tier. conply with all applicable requirenrents (including requiremenls to repoi allegalions) penaining Io ptohib;ted conduct related 10 the tMfficking ofpersons. whelher on the parl oflhe SUBRECIPIENT and any employees ollhe SUBRECIPIENT. The detaiis oflhe SUBRECIPIENT's obligation related to prohibied cctnducr rela[ed to rhe mflicking of persons a,'e posrcd at hftpsJ/oip.qov/iindinq/E\plore/l'rchibiledConducl- liet)lcking.htm- .1.{l Association of Community Organizalions for Refornr No\, (ACORN): The SLTBRECIPIEN II understands and acknowledges thal il cannot use any t'ederal frlnds, either direclly or indirectly, in support ofany corltraci or subaward to eilher ACORN or its subsidiaries, without lhe express pdor Nritten approval of HUD. 1.42 Prohib i!ion of G ifis to County Employees - No organ ization or ;ndividual shall olfer or give, either dircctiy or indircctly, any favor, gift. loan, fee, seNice, or olher item of value to any County employee. as sel forth in Chapter I l:, Parl III. Florida Statutes. Collier County Ethics Ordinance No- 2004-05, as amended. and Counry Adminislrative Prccedurc 5311. Flodda Shlutes - hltor^vwN.la\,rscrver-conr/lavslatc/llorida/siaiutes/l'lorida sralutes chaolcr lll r)iu1_iii Collier County - CIVA 5,1I I Code ol E$ics ind Anli llraud.pdt lqllltcr3gy.ltlt.) J.l.l Order ofPrccedence - Lr the event ol any conflict beiwcen or afiong the tenns ofaly ofthe Contract DocuDlents. the lemls ofthe Agrcemetu shall take precedence over dle temrs ofall other Conaracl Docunrents, excepi $e te.ms ol any Supplemental Conditions shall rake precederce over dre Agrcenrelt. To the exte|t any conflic! in the terms ofihe Conlmct Documenls cannot be rcsolved by applicalion of the Supplemental Condilions, if any, or the AgEement. the conflict shall be rcsolved by impos;ng the nloE sn'icl or costly obligalion under dre Contmcr Documents upon the Confactor at Owner's discredon. Venuc-Any suit ofaction brought by eirher part]_ tothis Agreenrent againstthe other party relating io or arising out of this AgreeneDt rnus! be brought il1 tlre appropriale federal or stale courls in Collier County. FL which courts have solejurisdiclion on allsuch matters. (No reltrence rcquired forthis item). {.J.1 CoLlLer Counq IlousiLrg /\uthonty HM2l-(rl renant Bj*! Renol Assi5tmce l'l U R A)Poge ro C|,O Page 7822 of 10663 4.45 Dispuie Resolution - Prior to lhe iniliation of any action or proceeding perm llied by !h is Agreemenl to resolve disputes between the pa(ies, the pafties shall make a good faith effoft to resolve any such dispuies by negotiation. Any situations when negotiations, litigdion and/or mediation shall be atiended by reprcsentatives ol SLJBRECIPIENT wirh full dccision-nraking authoity and by COUNTY'S staff persoD who rvoutd make the presentation of any settlemenr teached dudng negoliations 10 COUNTY for approval. Failing resolution. aod prior to lhe commencement of depositions in an) litigation betwecn the parlies arising out oithis Agreenlent, the parties shall attenpl 10 r€solve the dispute through Mediation bcfore an agrced-upon Circuit Coun Mediator certifled by the State of Florida. Should ehher palt) fail ro submit !o mediation as requircd hereunder. the other pany may obtain a court order requiring mediation under secdon 44.102. Florida Statutcs. The litigation arising out ofthis Ageenenl shall be Colliel County, Floida, if in state cout and the US Disnict Couft, 20'r'Judicial Coult oi Flodda, if in federal court. BY ENIERTNG INIO THIS AGREEMENT. COLLIER COUNTY AND THE SUBRECIPIENT EXPRESSLY WAIVE ANY RIGI,ITS EITHER PARTY MAY HAVE TO A TRIAL BY JIJRY OF ANY CIVII- LITlCAT]ON RELATED 1'O. OR ARISINC OU'I' OF, ]'HIS AGREEMENT. hnp:/Ar$1\'.fl renare-!ov/LaNs/Statures/20 I 0/ll. I 0l {.,16 Florida Statures sectioD 448.095 Employment Eligibility. Per Florida Statu.es section 448.095(l), all Florida private employerc are required to \€rify employmeni eligibility for all new hires begirning JaIUary l, 2021. Eligibility detemlination is not required for continuing employees hired prior to January l. 2021. hltpf?lrvN.l.s.starc.tI.us/sratutes/irdex.rliir?ApD nrode=Displa\'_Stalut&URL=0-100- 0199/0148/0.l:l8.hnrr1 .1.47 Florida StanrEs seclion 713.20. Part l. Construclion Liens hltprA\w\!.lcs.sta1e.ll.uVSlalutes/inde\.cfm ?AppJu!!!ErDj!tl4! tsllt!1gLu&L tllllq al99{[E@Zlih!rr] 4.44 Florida Stan(es section I 19.021 Records Retention httpJAvww.la\\selver.com/lar!/state/lloida/sraturcs/llodda slalulcs 119-0:l {.,19 Florida Statutes, seclion I19.071, Contrac6 and Public Records htrp:/Avw\\,.lcq.slale.ll.us/Sratures/i ex.cfin?Apo modc=Displav Sutuc& URI-=0100- 0 199/0 I I g/Scctionslo I I 9.07.h1rn1 4.50 ENTIRE AGRItrMENT This Aareement constitutes ihe entire aqreenlent berween COLNTY and SUBRECIPIENT for thc use of Funds received under this Asrcement and it surersedes all orior or conlemporaneous communicalions and proposals. whether electronic. oral. or wrinen between COUNTY and SUBRECIPIENT wift respect to this Aercemeni. Renainder ol Page Intentionallr. I-elt Blank Colti.r Coun! Hou5ing aurlhriq 'Ienanr Rrs.d RcnuL A$Ltdcc (TRI{A)P'sc ll cF.o Page 7823 of 10663 5.1 P-{RT V HOME Requirements Proi€ct Requir€metrts for SUBRECIPIINTS - 24 CFR 92.209 The SLIBRI'ICIPIIiNT is rcquired to conlbmr to the following requirehents and reguialions as stated below: 24 CF'R 92.109 Tenart-based rental assishnce: Eligible costs and requi.ements. (a)El igible . osts Eligible costs ar€ the rcntal 4ssistance and secrx ity dcposit payorents made lo provide lenant-based rental assistance for a lamily prxsuatt to rhis seclion. Eligible costs also include utility depos;t assistance. but onll, if this assistarce is provided with renant-based renial assistance or sec uriry dcposit paymenr. Adm inisration of tenant-hased rental assistance is eligible only under general managenlent oversight and coordinaijon at $91.207(a)- except that the costs ol inspecling the housing and deternrining the income eligibility ofrhe t-anily e eligible as costs ofthe renant-based rental assistance. Tehant selection. The SUBRECIPIENT must select lo\lincome families in accordance widl wr'itten le ant selcciion policies and criteria that ale based on local housing needs and p orities eshb,;shcd ;n lhe COLINTY'S consolidated plan. (b.) (l) (:) Low-it1ro' e fonlilie\. TenanCbased renlal assistance nay only be provided to !e.l' low- and low-ircome fanilies. Thc SUBRECIPIENT must determine &al rhe fafilily is veD, ]oN- or lo$.income bcforc the assistance is plovided. Durilrg the period ofassisrance, dle SUBRECIPIENT musi annually determinerhar the family continues to be low-ircome. Ihe SUBRECIPIENT shall relain all documentation on client eligibility b, which CHS can validare eligibility duriig their interim and closeoul monitodng. Tto geteLl assistance. {')The SUBRECIPIENT may cstablish a prefcrence lbr iDdividuals Nith special needs (e.g., homeless persolls or elderly pe.sons) or persons with disabilities. The SUBRECIPIENT nray offer. in conjuDction \\,ith a teram- based rental assistance program, particular lypes ol nonmaidatory seruices lhat may be nr os1 appropriate for persons with a spec;al need or apa(icular disability. GeDerally. ienanl-based rental assistance and rhe rclaled services should be made available to all persons wilh special needs or disabilities \ ho can benefit from such services. Pafiicipation rDay be limited to persons with a specific disability, ifnecessary, to pro\,idc as efecrive housing, aid. benefi!. or seNices as those provided to others irl accordance with 24 CFR 8.a(bXl)(iv). l he SUBRECIPIENT 'nay also provide a prefercnce for aspecific category of individuals with disabililies (e.9., pe$ons with HMAIDS or chrcnic mcntal illness) if the spccific category is identified in the COUNTY'S consolidaled plan as having unmei need tu1d the prelerence is needed to nan'ow the gap ir benefts aDd services received by such persotls. (;;) Colli.rCounb. Holsing Au rorit\ HM23,0t T.nanr lldied Rcrtal Alisrance ('l B(Al Pqesr CFO Page 7824 of 10663 (ill) Sctf-stfiiciency progdr,. The STJBRECIPIENT nray require the l'anr,ly to pa(icipale irr a self-sufficiency program. as a condition oi seleclion fol assislance- 'l'he fauil)rs failure to continue parlicipalion in the self- sufficiency program is nol a basis for tenuinating the aJsistance; howeve[- rcnewal of the assistance nray be conditioned ou participalion in the prografi. Tenants l;virg in a IloME-assisted rental proiect who teceive Ienant-based rental assistance as relocation assistance musl llot be required to padicipale in a self-sut'iiciency program as a condiiion of recciving assislance. (iv) Prelarences cannot be administered in a mannerlhat limits dle opponunities oi persons on any basis prohibitcd by the laws l;sted rinder 24 CFR 5.1o-i(a). l-'or exanple. a SUBRECIPIEN'l- may rot detenn ine thal persons given a prefercnce under the progmn are therefore prohibited tiom applying ibr or pallicipating in other progmnls or tbmrs of assistance. Persons who are eligible for a prefercnce must have the opporlurtity to panicipate in all programs ol rhe COI.INTY. includiig programs thai are no! separ'ale or diff€rent. (3) E\i:tinq tenants in the HoilE-as\iste.1 projectr A SUBRECIPIENT oray select low-incoNe families curently residing in housiog unirs that are designated for rchabilitation or acquisition undcr 1he CoUNTY'S HOME program. SUBRECIPIENT using HOME funds lbr tenanGbased rental assislance prog,?ms may estab,ish local preferences for the provision ofrhis assistance. Fanilies so selecled nay lse the tenant-bascd assistarce in the rehabilitated or acquired horsing unit or in odrer qualified housing. Tert ol tcnlul Ltssislance canlrctcl,'fhe teffn olthe rental assislance contract providing assislance \r,ith HOME fuDds may not exceed 24 months, but may be renewed, subiect to the availabiliry of HOME funds. The term of dle rental assisLance conract rnust begin on the fiNt day of the term of the lease. For a rental assisBnce conlract between a SUBRECIPIENT and an owner. t[c term ofthe contEct nust terminate on terminarion oi' the lease. For a rcntal assisiarce contract between a SUBRECIPIENT and a fafiily, the term ofthe contract need not end on telm;Dation of$e lease, bul no palne s may be made after telmination of lhe lease urlil a fhnrilv enters inio a ne\\, Iease. Re t redsonable ess.The SUBRECIPIEN I' nrusr disapprove a lease ifthe rent is nor reasonable, based on rcnls t]rat are charged lbr comparable unassisted renlal units. (e\ Tenant prctections. The tenant lease musa comply whh the requiremeots in S92.153 (a) and (b). (l) tua'i I rn subsi4). (1) Ihe amount ofthc nronthly assislance thal SUBRECIPIENT may pay on behalfol a family may not exceed the dilYercnce betrveen a rent slandard lbr the unit size established by dr COUNTY ard i0 percent of the family's rronthly adjusted (2) The SUBRECIPIENT must establish a minimum teranl contribution to rent. (c) (d) couic, CMry Houring Auhoi., flM2l.0t TenanlBased nend Asn6.oe (TBRA)Page rr Cf,O Page 7825 of 10663 (s) 0r) (i) The SUBRECIPIENT'S rent standard for a unit size nrusi be based on: l-ocalmarkel conditions or tlrc Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Progl"m (14 CI"R parl 982). Hausing qrulity J^/ar.1a,dr. Ho!6ing occupied b] a family receiving tenant-based assistance under thissectior $ust meetthe rcquiremerls set forth in 24 CFR 982.401- Thc SUBRECIPIENT must have housing units inspected. by a certified HQS ;nspector. initially and re-inslected annually. The SUBRECIPIENT lnay not peform HQS inspections on housing unils it o*ns or operates. (l) SUBRECIPIENT ma) use HOME fuDds provided for tcnant-based rcnta, assistance to provide gants to vely low- and low-iocoffe t-amilies for security deposits for ,ental ol dr€lliDg units when conrbired with rent undcr this section. (2) The relevant Slate or local definitioD ol"securig/ deposit" in thejurisdicaion where the unir is located is applicable fo. rhe pu.poses ofthis par. except that the amount of HOME funds thal nay be provided for a securily deposir may not exceed dle equivalent oftNo month's rent 1br the unir- (l) Only the prospective lenallt may apply for IIOME security deposit assistance, alftough.he SUBRECIPIENI wjII pay the funds directly to thc landlod. 5.2 (i) Ptogt am oryrarion. A lenant-based re[tal assistance program musl be operuted consisten( wilh the requi,enrents ofthis sectioo. Additional!y. the COUNTY must approve each lease prior to its executio[. (\\ Use o[Section I ussis/arce. Io any case Nhere assistance under Section 8 ofrhe 1937 Act becornes available, recipients ofteDant-ba-\ed rental assistarrce under this pall will qualilr for lenalt selection preferc ces to the sa|rre extent as \rren they received the HOME ienant-based rental assisrance under this pan. Project Requirements for SUBRECIPIENTS- 2l cFR 92.253 The SUBR-ECIPIENI is rcquired to confoffl to the following requiremeDts and regulation5 as stated below: li ri-Roll:j lenJnl p,ore i.,rr\ d'rJ .el(crion. (a) Z€asc. There nrlrst Lre a written lease bcnleen the tenant and the owncr of rcntal housing assislcd \\'ith IIOME furds that is for a period ofnot less than one )ear. unless by muiual agreenrcnt betrvcen lhe tenanl and the owner a shorter period is specjfied. The lease must incorporate dre VAWA lease te,rn/adderdum rcquired under $ 92-3i9(e), e\ccpt as othenvise provided by .s 91.359(b) (b) Ptohibited lease ten ?r. The lease lnay not contain any ofthe fbllowing provisionsl LAgreeDent to be sued- Agreement by the tenant to be sued- lt) admit guilt, or ro a judgment in favor ofthe olrrer in a lawsuit brcughr in connecdon wirh the lease. 2.Treatmen! ofpropeIty. Agre€ment by the tenanr ihat the orvner may lake, hold, or sell personal proper'iy ofhousehold mernbers without notice to the tcnant and a court decision on dr righB oflhe pafties. l'his prohibition, ho\\ever does noi apply to an agreenlent b) Coui.r C(M! tloGing Authtrn! HM2t-01 'lemnt Rrs.d RenriL Asstec. (tB& )rhet 34 cFo Page 7826 of 10663 rhe tenant concerniDg disposition ofpersonal property remaini,rg in lhe housing unit after the tenanl has floved out ofthe unit. The owner may dispose ofthis personal plopeny in accordance \'ith state la\v. 3.Excusing owner from responsibility. Agrtemenl by the tenant not to hold lhe owner ot the orrrer's agents legally responsible for any action orfailure toact, whether irtenlioDal or negligent. 4.Waiver ofrrctice. Agrement ofthe (enart drat the owner nra), inslitute a lau'suit without notice to the terlant. 5. Waiveroflegal proceedings- Agreement by dle tenant that the oNner ma) e!ict the telrant or household members \vithout instituting a civil court proceeding in \\'hich the leranl has the oppotunity 1o present a delense, ot before a cout decis;on on the rights ofthc patties. 6.Waiver of aiury trial. Agree,nent b! the lenant io waive any right !o a trial b) iury. T.Waiver ofright ro appeal coult decision. Agreement by lhe tenan! to lva;ve lhe tenanfs ghtto appeal, or to othenvise challenge in coult- a court decision in conDectiorlwith the lease. S.IenaDt chargeable with cost of legal actions regardless of outcoNe. Agreenlen! by llle lenant to pay attorney's fees or other legal cost5 even if the lenant rvins in a courl proceeding by the owner against the tenant. The ienani, however, may be obligaled to pay cosas ifthe teDant loses. 9.Mandatory supportive services. Agreenlcnt by the ienant (other than a tenant in hansitioMl housing) to accept supponive services tlut are offered. Termhation ol tenanct, Ao owner nray not lerDinate tlle tenancy or refilse to renew the leasc of a tenant of rental housingassisled with HoME futlds, except for se.ious or repealed violation ofrhe terms and condhions ofthe lease: for vio,ation ofapplicable rederal. Slale, or local la\u for conrpletion ofthe tenancy period fbrrunsitional housing or iailure to follow any required transilional housing suppodi\,e selvices plani or for other good cause. Cood cause does not include an increa-ie in dre tenant's income or rcfusai oflhe tenanl to purchase d1e housing. "To terrninate or refuse to lenew tenancy. the owner must seNe wrillen nolice upon (he ienant specifyingdre grounds for the action at leas!30 days before ihe tenninalion Tena t selection. An o\vner ofrcntal housing assisaed wiIh HOME funds must compl) Nith ihe aftlrmarive marketingrequirenrents established by !he paxicipalingjtlrisdiclion pursuant to $ 92.351(a). Thc owner must adopt and follo{,written tenant selection policies anc criteria that: l.Limitthe housing to very low-incone and low-incoffe faruilies; as ev;denced by income veril'ication documenlation prior to occupancy and annually thereafter to be relained in the SIIBRF.CIPIENT client file al]d validated bv CHS at the interim and closeour nronito Dg. (d) Collicr CNq Housins rlutru4 HMll-01 Ten!ft Bascd R.rt.1 A$istdnce (TaRAl r,!8c 35 c!,o Page 7827 of 10663 :. Are rcisonably relaled to the applicxnrs' rbiliry to perfonn the obligulions of the lease (i.e.. rc pq rhe renr. nor to danrage the housirg: not 1() inlerlert \\'iih drc rights aDd quiet cnjoynrent ol other tenanls). S.Limir elig;bilil) or give a pretircnce lo a paticular segntent ol dle poputarioD. if DerritLcd in its wrhien agreemeri with the COt-ll'lTY (and only il dle linritalion or fEfercnce is described in the COUNTY's consolidalcd plan). (i) Any linitalion or preference nlust not violate nondiscLimiiation requiremenls in S 92.350. A linitation or preferencc does Dot violate nondiscrimination requirements if the housirg also receives funding ti'om a Federal program that li,nits eligibility 1o a particul& segnent of $e population (e.9., the Housing Opponunity for Persons wirh AIDS progmm under 24 CFR pafl 574. the Shelter Plus Care prcgram under24 CFR part 582. the Supponive llousiDg program u[der 24 CFR pan 583, supportive housing for the elderly or pe.sons with disabilities under 24 CFR part 891), and the limit or preference istailored lo serve that segment ofthe population. (ii) If a project does not receive fund;ng fiom a FedeIaI program that limhs eligibility to a pa{iculai se8iment of the population, the project may have a limitation or pl€ference for persons with disabilities who need services offelrd at a project only if: (A) The limitation or preference is limited to dre populalion offamilies (iDcluding individuals) with disabjlities that si$ificadly ;nterfere with their abiliry to oblain alrd mainrain housing. (B) Such families will not be able to obtaln or maintain themselves in housing wirhour appropriare suppo i!e services. (C) Such seNices cannot be provided iD a nonsegregated selting. The families must not be required to accept dre services offered at the project. ln advertising the project, the owner may advedise the project as offe ng services for a panicular lype oidisabiliry; however. tlrc project must be open 10 all o!he$ise eligible peEons with disabilities who nray benefit fron the services provided in fie projecl 4. Do not e\clude an applicdnt with a cel1iiicaie or vouchcr under the Secrion 8 Tenant- Based Assi.jtance: llousing Clhoicc Vouchc. Progrtun ( 1,1 CFI{ par1 981) or an applicant pa icipadng in a rl()!l[ tcnanl-based renlalass;srance prosl? r because ol the naLts oflhc prospcctive tcnant as a holder ofsuch certificate. voucher. or comparablc HOME tenanl-based assistance documen{. 5. Provide Ior the selcction ol tenants frcm a written rvaitirig list iD the chro olosicalordcr ofrheir application. iniolar as is practicable. 6. Give pronpt \rril1en rotificaiio[ lo anr_ rejected applicant of lhc groLllds lbr any rejection. 7. Conrpll Nidr the VAWA requirclrents prescribcd in S 9:.359. SiSnItrrc pnge to follorr Collicrcounty Hous ng Adlrorliy HM2t,0lT. N Bred Re al^si$mc(TBRA)pd*i i6 CFO Page 7828 of 10663 lN WITNESS WIIEREOF, the SUBRECIPIENT and the COLNTY. have each, respectively, by an authorized person or agent. hereunder sel their hands and seals on the dale first written above. TTEST:AS TO THE COUNTY: BOARD OF COLNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIIlR COUNTY. FLORIDA AS TO THE SUBRECIPIENT: COLI,IER COTJNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY out", l"l [) ) Zoz] fPlease proyide Eyidence ofSigningA thority] CRYSTAL K. KINZEL. CLERK Y*fu-flrcr,t- Printed Name RI(]K L(X]AS'I'RO. CHAIRMAN on,- 11\L.2-- DIREC'IOR #2 Printed Name Derek D. Perry Assislant County Atlomey Collier Coutr\' Housi'B AuthorirygM2l4t Tcmnt B.sed Rehral Asisrane ITBM)Pase 37 C!,O Page 7829 of 10663 PART VI EXHIBITS EXHIBIT A INSURANCE REOUIREMENTS 'Ihe SUBRECIPIENT shall l'umish to Coliier County. c/o Comnrunity and Human ScNices Divisior, 3ll9 I amiami Trail Easr. Suite 213. Naples, Florida 341 12, Cenificate(s) of Insurance evidencing insLlance coverage that meels the rcquirements as outlil1ed below: L Workers Compensation as required by Chapter 440. F/o rida Statutes. 2. Commercial Ceneml Liability including products and completed opcrations insurance in thc amounr of $i,000,000 per occurrencc and $2,000.000 agglegate. Collier Count)' must be shown as an additional insuled wirh respect to this covefage. 3. Automob;lc Liability Insurance covering allorvned, non-orvned and hired vehicles used in connection \rith this contmct in an amounl. not l€ss than $1,000.000 combined single lirrit for combined Bodily InjuDr and Property Damage. Collier County shall bc named as an additional insured. D[sIGN S1AGE (II. APPI-ICABLL) In addition to rhe insurance requircd in I - 3 above. a Celtificate oflnsurance must be prcvided as lollows: 4. Professional Liability Insurance in the name oflhe S UBRECIPIENT or the licensed desigr professional efiployed by the SUBRECIPIEN-l in an amount not lcss than $ 1,000,000 per occu rrence/$ I ,000.000 aggregare providing fbr all sums which the SUBRECIPIENT and/or llre design proflssional shall become lesally obligated to pay as danrages lor claims arising out of dre serviccs pelfolmed by the SUBRECIPIENT or any person ernployed by lhe SUBRECIPIENT in connection \rith this contmct. I his insurance shall be naintained for a pcriod oftrvo (2) years after the certificate of Occupancy is issued. Collier County shall be named as an addirional insured. CoNSTRLIC,IIoN PHASI] (IF APPI,ICABLIj) In add;tion to the insumnce requircd iD I - 4 above, the SUBRECIPIENT shall provide or cause jls Subcontractors to provide otiginal certificales indicating the following types of insumnce covelage paior to any construction: 5. Completed Value Buildcr's Risk lnsurance on an "All R;sk" basis in an anrou,'lt not less than 100 percent ofthe insurable value of the building(s) or structure(s). The policy shall be in the name ofCollier County and the SUBRECIPIENT. 6. ln accordancc with the requirements oithe Flood Disaster Protection Acr of 1973 (42 U.S.C.4001), the SUBRECIPIEN'l shall assure that for activities located in an Collrer cou.q H.Lsing Aurlnriry Hlrilr-0r 'I .n,nt Ba*d Renml AssiJdcc { I BR^ )pagc 18 C!,O Page 7830 of 10663 arca identitied by rhe Federal Emergcncy N4anagenlent Agency (FEN,IA) as having specjal flood hazards, llood insurance rlndcr the Naiional Flood Insurancc Program is obrained and maintained as a condition offinancial ass;slance fol acquisilion or construction purposcs (including rehabilitat;on). OptRd]roN/M^NAcrir\.1ENr PHAS[: (rF ApH.tc,\BLE) Afterthe Construction Phase is completed and occr.rpancy begins, the following insumnce must be kept in force throughout the duration ofthe loan andlor contract: 7. Workels' Cornpensation as required b) Chaprer 440. Florida Statutcs. g. 8. t0. lt. Cornmercial General Liability including products and completed operalions insurance in the amount of $l-000.000 per occurrencc and $2,000.000 aggregatc. Collier County must be shown as an additional insured with respect to rhis coverage_ Autofiobile Liability Insurance covering allorvned. non-oured and hired vehicles !6ed iD connection \\,ith this contract in an amount not lcss than $1,000,000 combined single Iimit lor conlbined Bodily hjury and Propefty Damage. Coilier Countv as an addilional inslred- PropertJ, Insurance coverage on an ''All Risk" basis in an amount not less lhatl 100 percent ofthe replacement cost ofthe property. Coll;er Counly musr be shown as a Loss payee with rcspect to this coveruge A.T.l.M.A. Flood lhsumnce coverage for those propefties lbund to be wilhin a flood hazatd zone for the full replacement values olthe structute(s) or ahe ma\intum amount of coverage available through the National Flood Insurance Progranr (NFIP). The policy must sho$ Collier County as a Loss Payee A.T.l.M-A. Colller coune_ llousitr! Auluny HM2l-0r 'I.ronr Ba*d Re al .^$iie. ('1IIRA I Fag. re CF,O Page 7831 of 10663 EXIIIBIT B COLLIER COUNTY COMMUNITY & ITUMAN SERVICES SECTION I: REQUEST FOR PAYMENT SI.JBRECIPIENT Nanre: Collier Countv Housin,r AuthotiN SUBRECIPIENT Address: 1800 Fann Worker Way,Inrmokalee, FL Project Name: TBRA Project No: HM23-01 Payment Request# Total Payment Minus Retainage I'eriodofAvailabiliB: through Period tbr which the Agency has incured the indebtedness lhrough SECTION Il: STATUS OF FUNDS Subr'ecipierrt CIiS Approved L Crant Amount Awarded s s 2. Total Amounl ofPrevious Rcqlrests $$ 3. Amount ofToday's Request (Totalexpenditures this oeriod minus retainase. ilaoDlicable) s $ 4. Current Grant Balance (Glanl Amount minlls prrvious requests minus today's rcqueso s s I cenil-v lhat this request for payment has becn made ifl accordance \yith the ternls and condirions ofthe Ag€emen! between the COLINTY and us as thc SUBRECIPIENT. Tothe bcstof ly knolvledge and belief. all Srart requirements have been followed. Signature l irle \!l|'orizi g G.i tCoo iiiat(n Authorizing Cranr AccounBnt Supe,lisor (Appr olal required S I 4.999 and belon ) Division Dn ector (Approval Required S I 5.000 and above) ColllurCoLnt\ I tou5 f! r\r rll,i1, lI\t:i-01 Tua BJic! Rental ,\slnan.e ( l1lRA)rng' 40 CtsO Page 7832 of 10663 Erhibit B-1 Match Form Collier Count) R€quest for Match I certif! thol lhis rcq estJbt p.Ument/untch has bccn matle in uccordtince r'ith the tethls arul condilions of the .Agreelnent b?it een the CO|JNTI' and tts a\ the SLIBRECIP IENT/I)EIIELOPER n) the best of nry knot|lcdge anrl belieJ all gr.ht reqlirements have beenJollot'el. Signa(ure 1i!lc SECI lON l: Rl:OtrEST FOlt PA\'\{liNT Subrecipicnt Namc:( ollier Counl\, IIousirl!r ulhorit\ SubreciDient n ddress:1800 Farn Worker wav. lmmokalee. FL Proiecl Nanre:1'BRA Proiect No: llM2i-01 \'latch Requesl # Match Amount Request Toda)-:s0.00 su CTION Ii S'tATt.S OF FIINDS Toul N{atch Amolrnt per Agreemen!$0.00 Total AmoLrn! of Previous Match Subnritted (lnse11 Amount) $0.00 t.Total Match Amount Awarded Per Agreenlent Less Total Amount olPrevious Match Submitted $0.00 4.Amount ofToday's Requesr (Inse[ Amount)$0.00 i.Match Balancc (March per Agreemerrl lcss the Snnr of,A.1l N{elch Sublnitled) $0.00 Authorizirg Crdut Coordinrttor Authorizing Grnnl Accoultant Supcrvisor I)epanment Director Collid coul] Housine Aut}$riry HM23-0r T..n. Br{dRerkl^s' 'r _,TBRar Pd8.a' ^LO Page 7833 of 10663 EXHItsIT C QUARTERLY PERFORMANCE RXPORT sIJBRECIPIENT shall submii quafc y rcpors io CHS based on rheJollo\\ing schedule' Reporls shallbe liil-".i ^"-ri"*i" i,ii""uJautt "t lo"g ut tt'tis Agrecment is in force t-o i". courty Houri,,g .q,'rtl'ori'r-Srtrrecipienl Nanrel Fiscal Year: Argela F-dison ConraciNunlber: fcd vi ry Reporli n g Period oiOer l- - Oec"*btM Auil 10"l"(- March 3l'l erxit f'- lun.:O'l Oc$bcr Iiii t"'-septe,r,t,"r 3ou' sponding grant period): .nat: xx/xl4l' -,.^^,- o/1nrYY hlnal: xx/,l^/,,.:r.vv ]/it/xx o/ru.^^ ''"',"' prea.eno,e: rheHUDprogr.rm)ea,::r::::":_"1*..-__"-*::,*r-l;llli:--L":I*,',3;J#ill'o:51'"0'"''"'' i"iiii,,ii,!;,,.il; ;,".,;* *" u. I'leaic list 1hc outconrc .t r-', vo* apprqrsrl,qpp!s4i9!-!44j! outcome Goals: iisl dre ouicofie roved oDDlication and subrecipicnt ' and'/or securit) deposits Odcome l: Scn'e sppro\imatel) l0 houscno lbr up lo 24 Q!!!Eii, 3) months ofapproval' based on availabilit] ol iimds and housi ffi vear asevidencedb)' enrails. ne\\' Iandlord all9llMlE Oulcome 2i Terant Con(actMondrl] It cnt llousehold TBRA Subsid v Total Rent % Med ian Hispa Y/TJ Ialni l] Size 'lvpe of llous Paid !o O\!rre, Newll | # asiist lMonth ed lsol Y/N lassrsta Last Name. F'iISl lnitial B€d- Securit v Dep 'feuant Reni s- $ S colli., CNt, Housins AurhoilY HMll4l T.dnt Ra*d R.iul Asieo.c. (TBR\) p.ge 12 CFO Reoofi Due Date lir*\'l{F Julr l0'' Page 7834 of 10663 $- {- s $-xi- $- $ $ t hereby ceriify the above infomlation is true and accumle' Sign.ilur'.: Ti(ler Date: Your tvDed narne here r€plesents lour electronic sislrat!re Collie. Connq HoBin3 Audbri$ .':;.'9,.-r".,.. a ..-\rB*, P'Ee- .F.o Page 7835 of 10663 EXIIIBIT C.I HOME INVESTM ENT PARTNERSHIP PROCRAM (}IOMl]) LEVIRAGE FUNDS REFORT Refort brgins on follorring prge. CouierC(Mq tlosins ^unDiqMtl-ot TcDantB$.d Renul Assisleco ITBRA)Pdg.44 CF,O Page 7836 of 10663 Exhlbit C-'1 Rental Completion Report jii, ,,i"" o.*L.p *" - up 8'i'oos) HONIE Program o'r'e'r commuitv Paniiio 6 tusorFrcoedvGhecl oe) f r ri c6Mrii,m la tr c-FnNe L5 E ks3dq r N., c6nrudd CoL ier Count/ Ho siLrgAutla!iry Tenani B.scd ReouL.\sistmc. (TBRAI Page 7837 of 10663 I!.n c: H4{hold chancErBnc. copr.L @ rirc ior each unir .srstd nin HoME lundi E.E oi ri. actMtyi.a 14 untMe.o@up€d reiEr.ctNity,..o pe d€ t nalnchahcieasrr6 For aclivu€6 *nrch ncrude mu[ pre h ruo{0@, 10212003) CollierOrunt\ Hous'ng Au bntt uM2l4t Tenanr ll8edRenta! A$istarcc (TBn',\)Page {6 cr,o Page 7838 of 10663 ;,.- ""."i.ox..._""'q.. ".'. ;. ";;; *.;;;*;-&.'-! ft! ib,nM,. E ;d ri ! r -i1,.;' h .d- hd;;i.,d nd ffiEddnd Fiddo-b -&.6bF.dolrdfueribc6hI!Fec,t!dr6^f;*i; "m.. i*,6 d hhd- - 'dd ' , b Ftnu;d 'v h! rqot d b4iucb*noiyrdqid.iti' ,ddd4hd4*ipdsd! iDdbhrrGftq(dy*6.d lnstructions forCompleting the Renlal Complelion Report Red the in.tlotion. fo. Bd' ldn a€tuly b.l6.e Mtiet.g rh. f6m us. . ryDesiB or p^^t drefirlv lar . b.np.int pen Pr.pzre an oit i.r rnd oi6 6py Reiain tne @py Appllcability lhis 6pod is lo bo oomp&d tu each €nlal actvlt assi.d with HOME rund5 lt sto b€ u.ed oRy r,.r ai .a!ry hav,ng rc o*q cup.^G o' ld .r 6drlY d e_. I unN tbn ComPleto o. .n tury wrfi on. M* dl4ent.nd zeE b 116 @bl u ts .hould be ,.p.Ed lhs Honebq€r+roruMer Rehab Completion R.oort cmp.loi of .n acltrly wiih 116 o. noc h.ruMoG .hould be .eport d .n tho Mu t 'Addrc. compl.t 6n lrminr. TrE Rdbr cdlplet n R.p..t d# n b be inF, an rDrs Bithin lm d.t6 o, rcqodUOMFl'dsldlt..clivrt rtr.conpdior,.polddlu "'..0tlnput within 120 days of th. Iin.l d 3bursmenr ior rh. acrivrty th. PJ s (or $art R.o p ents) .66s k, ih€ HoME lD s sldem my b. suspend.d An a .nd.d epldion ,.pon shoud b6 Nbm'ted 6.n .n unN 'n..[y r.poi.d vaant.'e G'4'ed. .nd tE ch..!. shdu be hahEtn d in ydkd P.nA: Acdvry lir.mdi.n 1. ActivrgNumber. Eit r th. acnvry numb.. a.6isned by 2. N.r. otP.nicip6 EnB e n.r ol6e padiopanr d, lo, sEie rcop'enr .cnid6, dE 3. Pan.'p.nr'6 T.x r0 NJmber Elu '\p -a, {Empoy.a dentmdioi Number fo. ih. p.rt.lpant lor . st r. Eolpr.ir p,.ie.r 6nrr the sbb @ipieits Ta ro 4. CHDO ta lO N!n6.r Cnple oit to. adivibe Gi{.n li$ tunds B3.Ned tor co@niry Houang D*.ropm.d oaanErron. (CHDo8) Enbr $€ r.r (Empl6y€0 ldenril aton Number ro. lho CH0o.5 .ram. &.hohe r{urb.r.f PeBon corprering Fom , rcl.drs.F,6d. or dE p.ls lo @ntact io. tudtFJ inio.nDrbn Esardhg 6 lyp..r Prop.ny. Ch.ck orc box i0 ndHte ihe rrr. or pop.rty assi# (1) condominlufr 12) cooPeGw6 (3) sinsle R@ft oelFncy (,r) N@ ort'e Abo?.7. R6l E c.Daion. HUD m.y adj'Et th. quJ,ynE Gnl edlbll'h.d ft,r an adrry under !e22s2(9) ir HUD l\nd3 Pan B: Fl..rcl.l shclu[ ol ^.tn91. Typ. ol Adrvny Ftn$c.d. Ma*onyonoofrh€5 .v.iiabl. bo:* d n.m is ihe HoME.aa sted :dN ry Nd.: Even rhoush me prdperry may h.ve HoME A$istan@, do iol hclude lh. (1) R.habnibli.h oiv. A Fron E assrsr6d Fhabldon ..rivty thal dLd not in.lud. acquisirion .l r€a prope/rY su.h aolivir 6 may hav€ nvorv.d (al reFns or mpoemft ol BdeniEr uh t(3) to bnns th. m,r(q up b tn. prcFIlysbnd.dslequnedby24cFRs2252] (b) ihe cdr'surattu d . sir@tu,e b redw. lhebta]Uni|'nord.llo..Ea$theitmb.l of ra.qe tahl y units, (cl rh€ .ddirion of a r@m or Doms (.s bedrcom.r b.rhrcoh) oulEid€ sbnd..ds and (d) s€ adding ol . uiit ol u.'E w,l'n the .xi.ljng (2) N€w cohdecnoi onry. rqy aeLq ihet 'Norved (a) rhe add ti6i *dinq MLr. or tre sldclu. 3^d (b) th. onnrudion oi a now rcsd.ntrr unit(s) Nor.: wtgao!v't6mtudioi n one buiHhsG) d one Fd ol rchabltalion or new @nslru.1ion), mui b. (3) Acquisiroi orry. Aoquistoi ot, $rudu,. $aft@nod . elifiele or cup3nc, at le-l 13 mnuE b€loE a.quis'hon. $hich did i6l s.adfftnenlis@.,ybmlI'l.'iotft&nc].| viab'[y oI rhe aclr1y M.d( one b io inci.* *tEmd or nor rh. adivi! has . r.nr depti'ri Mrx.d.l.c.me acrivlry, Malt 'yes' wt'.E r€s rha^ aolivivs housing lnib quai,Y ag affordabe housis ar de,ined in *cton S2.252 ol $. M..kno.iflhes.livity6nolmixed' ix.d{6. Actvitv. [&rk 1E rd rn .divity tEt is dEagiden in pad lor us€s db, $nar. E.dedia living sp*e m* coi5li[t at *s|51 porc.it of the activ'ly 3p.oe. Mark'no' il th. addvity i5 CoLlicr CouDq Ho sitrB Authoriry HM23-Or 1eDatrt oasd R.nLd $inuce (TBRA)PJge 4? _. LO Page 7839 of 10663 r@ui. Ehablibton and ur'ich is boinq 6€d to p@id€ arodable Entsl rrdsing. (r) acqulrtron and R.5abr..$roi. a FovE. a$lsLd Bhab brEn acti?ty vhch mcuded $e acquisilon oI €.1 pEpe,ty(q acquBlnon and ,!i l" rctrdeo U" Ecar.rro, o,Barprop"l-r s _.Lo6g eq-s!._ ot a - cuorSar5as rdrin a o6rer peiod pdq ro acquiiion A.tivivc.srs. rndud€a HoMEtundsusediorth66ctvdand all d.her ruids (pubic and prvate) with one &cptoi Do,or are bter Epraed bY p8lmnent fMndh!, dom.repdrorl Relon .i Hoir€ r!nd. dpe.6ed anthezdivry NoE: F..LEt r.stl ltu.pe.tu..Ily Nohibn paying h.c, HoME rmd. wtth HoME tundG, For lunds otftr r\ar qoME,6 r. c+1ra (to - .-.rbe 1"de,o.roid dolb p @unino rcpod perei.nl iinancng Elher lhar -islrudionFEicins Th6 iotaramuit cpdbd 6 rme 6 c, Prd a +rukl b€ rhe b) cr ot rhe :dniy The roEr .runr or HoME tunds oME a' dE C@l b-s ( "13 o'Pefta r}l eqra rto oE aro-T d.ib r\.d tr'o4t iDlS 5 be@ tib "HoME ProgEm rrcore'onry o€ nol '1. -oe -ovE pEs?' 16rr a./or*.rolo^$5 NOME€tesod€6 {r) orcdLo.n. r a4 F. atu-.r o, roMt r-1d. p@d.d ,or rhb.di!o m th. tom ol a die.rlen E El rhe loans inr€G.l Ete and enio. th. inl6rest El..id lom ol $€ larqest (2) Gant. E.k dr. pdded *id'od .ny EpJyIHt iequipnEE (Nor., A srad fr.y b. us.d 6 aduce d.6 pamiPal amounl borllMd, . principa GdLcno- pd,f e a o he e"edr. 'ro'esr Er6. an nr.r6r subsidy payrent on a prrate, ois'mE loen ) 13) D.fedd PiyhHr len {DPt} E,nff $o amou.t ot HoME rui& pruided lhDush oans,6'0 p4?, d pr_-od a-d irP'b i defori.d unt a lutie umo and enkr thB i.b,6s! aie .id .@neuo. p.,i.d, f any A OPt it 6me tres erred a @nd'tonal qr.nl (e s r.payred is r.qui€d en.n tho pop.iy is sd o, is Lrq v€i [ $e.Mor dc ioi se tha prcpefry ror a ip.oiied nurb.r ol,€aEo, ihe hek lo6n c r.p.id ) {4) c6mnlntty Holsins o.Eropmdl orEanhrion (cHDO) Loana rechlictl Assilbnc. (IA) Loan pdidsd as a CHDO TA loan ror t'. .dn y RefseE. 24 CFR sr301(.)b. seed M.ney Loai Enb, ih. amunt ol HoiVE rundt Prcvded al a CHDO 3*d btr R.re,ene 2r cFR e2 3o1(b) Tot r cHDo l@n. amunls edar€d on.iled on !a and 4b {6) othei Ents lne lola .munt or HOME luids prcvid6d ror subsLdy fuiding that E orhe, rhan the ry!. ol loz,{gBit asislade id6nlifea in m. .bde rec risted a. 11) t'osh (r) roEr tioME funds Enl!, rh. tdrol i'ere o)lhouqh {5) as llie aruunt ol NOME lunds ,. Pulric Fund.. Ehbr n b@k 0) thbush (3). the r&L a@nt or public lunds dp€id.d {1) oth.r F.d.Er fund. Erdude any HoME (2) slate/Lo..r appmprr.t d Funds. (3) state/Lo€r rax El.hpt Bond pEc.eds totar Pubrrc Funds Enb. rhe ioral ol tems (1) th@sh (3) !s [E amunt ot Pubrh F6ds (1) PrrEt. Loan Flnda Enrer the amuir oi all or rh. @!E rhat have b€en paid nitr tunds obbrFd lrcm Fiv.L linarcal in.l'ttn65, su.h as baiq sahqs a^d b,m a.d d€dir uhbns, perlod of lhe loan I lher€ a€ mc t'ple loans enbr$. nbred rat and iem ol he larsest Lan loo not doubr. .ountl 12) ow...c.sr, c.ird!{nons. E ioro'.amu or alr ca6| ontidios poiced by lhe pmjd (3) Ne! syndl.ation PEc*ds Eni.r rh€ nat amounr ol syndl.rt on prc@eds doudiis lNr@6 i.x cedas, prdiled in lii.mins t'is (.) PnEl. GEnls. EnE, rh6 .munr or cash @ntdbut.is prcv d.d by privab olgtn zatons foundnohq doio6 .rcEitrtElotror'ttu() t'rcush (,.) .s RE 4. Low rncoh.T.x cEditsyndlcairon PEc..ds. Enier th. iotar amunr or 6yid calld L* ri@m6 Tax c6d ts 5. HO E PDg6 rncome Enb dl. roi.r amunt or ,uDds PBidcd lEh HoME Bp.ymnt in@6. fotal Aciielty cd EnB $. sm.fbt r.ll)rHoME Iund. Public tund. and Prtar.lunds LowliorelacEd synd€t.n Pooeods and HOME PrcsEm ln@m. Oolal.lom above ln.. r lhDuqh 5) Pan c Househord ch.6ctensil6. s5 t€d wih HoME funds afd etur m3 6de dry 'n ..d' ddk For .divilbs u^i.h indud€ runiDre .ddr.s*. Mdde frart c ,or €dr .ddl6 For .n er number .r trroms aid o@uparcy -de as9vaoanl Unit Nunb.r. Eite' b. unit numb., ol oach rnir .B6ted *itrr Number.f Bodrooms. Enter 'lf ror r snqe rcom oeupai.l (sRo) lnrr 6r for 3n .flbisncy u bedroomr 3 for 3 bed@mi 4 tor 4 b..rcoE and 5 ro, s o, Coll e, Cddrv I lousin( AulEnty Tubn( Bar-d R.nhl Asis&c. (TBRA)|Jsr rs cFo Page 7840 of 10663 oeupaicy cod.. Etur 1 I rhe unit ie @ud.n br . t6nant 2 ll nisedpi.d bya honlmr .ndIili i3€@nt MonrhlY R..r (ncud ns uliiti35) p:i, 6y rhF h4anr p8tu Lrrt€. o9 hpar bi,or.lEi'i.i\ t'e* J1iis @se nu.i be add€d b the r€il compute utrlLly 6sts lor th. aGa {andi lhe ca$ o, pafi a ullLlE6,6mpul6 @sE ior urilib.. €xclded ftm tlF Ent), bv uea lhe d dy db*n€ shedul. by he llEl Puuic Hosno adsry Pst in a@.dalE nlh lom HUD- 5x6? AJNiF gubsdyAnounl Erb lt. aaorn r.i r\3 c.a.l 160vB ae . Ent lbsdy Davmnl (inddinq y uliliv alosi6 p€id di.dry b rh. r€..n} b rh. roard doi., n rh€ bD.nt d@. d Eceiva a l.^.it subsdy payms( edd z.E IoblRelt E'cr rE @lrorr\1, '.n te an @rlibjiol pLt Fercert of Ara ri,ed'ar, ro ""'F o.cLp "d E.'d& 16 Lrt, onler oie ood. only bas.d on t'e Io lNiig der nition.l- c30 P.rcent ot,rE, MedEn man. a hou$ho d $,t'os. adErd in6m E .t .r bd& 3,o p€@ ol or€ r'edian ramiy nm lor rhe aB, as dEremred by HUD *i*t adju.rmnE ior ma erand .rg$ramiliG2. 3G-30 Per@nt ot Arca M.di.i reans . householdmo* adLsrod 16ru *c4d3 30 oec.rt.i dos nd .,e€d 50 penr ol rh. mdE. Lmiy i,1@ fa th. .16, as d€L,rined by HUO \rit' #judmllE rd .lL. aid rar6!r ,omili's.3. 5c.60 P€r@nt.l arca M€di.n ream . hos*h.d '#@,d-Bbd,.on"*dds50no( dceed e p.renl or ut Edian f.niry ln@E td lh. rr€, 6 d.t rined by HUo eith .diurmtr fr,r 36.lbr 2nd larc.. ramilis v,io* adjust€d ii6mB oxc*ds 60 psro.n! and do€. nor deed 30 pdent of lh. rdisi hmily in@me I' rh. .8, E d6atrined by HUD ri[i .djuli*iE ior Hl6panE Y/N: Fo, o.oh o-upied ,.6idedla uiit sts lh. .rhni[y i( uF held or houerrrd d efis "r' ao. H6panic or tdinoor'N"idNdHbp..icorLafrc HisBna or L.tno re it derined ar . peren or cub.n, M6xic.., Rrelto Ra.n sourh d c€ El Amdcan, dhar SPanish cullr. or oisin, ..gardless of Eoe Ih. E,m, SFiiEh orqln, €[ be used in addiion lo Face . H..d or H.u$hord enu on. @d..^v ba..d oi the rolrNjns derinirlo.: 11. Whh€. A Fr$n haviiq odoins in eny ol the odsina p.6pl5 oJ Eu,op., No'',dr Al,i4 or rhe MddL. E6t 12- Al&r r Arncan Amsien. A pel5n h&itrg oish. ii .ny oI trE bl-r Emr sdp. ., ar@ Ions &d' a3 'Ha I an' q "N.!d 6n be u*d m add rbn k, 'Brack or Alr €n Amer ..i 13. A3lan. A p..sn having or9i5 in any ol rho orsn.l p.od6 of th. F.. .lst souuread lga.mplecamb.d€chE Prhsn, rh. Pni'tP'F rsr.^ds lhair.nd and viebam 14. Ane.ican lndlan or Al3sxa N6tiv.. A Da$n h Lnq org ns n any oi rh. oisinalp€opl6 ofNodh.ndsouthAru.€Lfr d.Tcalh"' rru.c.) :ml'xb tr ontunity atbc.\rud h.vl^s o,isirc in .iy of the orEiml papla ol HMri, 0u.n, samoa d.!he. P2ciric l.raids .tw&whlt., A o€r$i h lig lhe hlltiph Ee heit 96 6 defn.d ab.ve rEnEg6 * d.lir.{! ak ls. Bl.ck orAfrl..n Aneaon & White. Ap.Enh.vins th.e muiiple E6 hedhs8s.Edern6d abov. 19. Am.rcan rndlan.ralaska Na waBEckorArn€n Amerlc.n. A P.@n hdin! }le mqliPb re 20. ob.r Muni Racr.r ro' '3poft19 ld.nJalGsF.ls rh51 are ioi no ud.d in any ol the other €!rg. .s I #d €nL. tlo.pp.opn.b nuhb€r.t r.lss in tto t.sohord ,2 3 4.5 3 7.or3dmrp.eh(is hou*ho& ormrellra^ 3, ent$ 31. Iype of H.u3.hord. Fo. ech ,aid.nral un( €ii'r otu @d€ 6nry ba*a 06 rh6 forbsng defrnii,B:1. slrrlerxd-Eld.rly. onep.,$n horhdd an s*'i.h the psen is nor.rde y. 2. Eld.fly. One or te peEoi hou*hold nilh a p66on at 1{3t 62 )€a6 ol aC..a R.ht drsinol. PaB A siioL padnhoGehold rith . d.eadd.hld .r didBi (3 ya6 dd q ,qr.ss)r. i.laEdrTwo P5r€nt. A tvE.p.rcnt hou*hold !$ltr . d.o.ndont.hirdor ohrrdr€n (13 y.a6 ord d,ounqei5. Oth.r. Any hou6ehod not ncluded ln lh. abw€ 4 d.rinihn s inclu ding ie .r m 6 un €bbd lndivid uals. Reer A..ki.nc E^8, oB .od. on, ro indi€r. dE ryp. ., .sisrzm. I anx being p@ided ro fi. lonad1. S.crlon €. T.ianrs rs.frLio sedlon 3 asrslanc. lhEugh the Seobon a Cediro.l. PrcgEm uder24cFR pln 342 or m. Sedon a H@rig Vouch.. PrcsEm und, 24 cFR P.n 3o72. IIOME Ienail BaEed R.ft.| Aslslic.. I3ia.6 r€o.ivins HoME t nanlba*d aslslaioe3. Oth.r Asslstanc.. thoush oL\s F.d€d, sllie $ lo.ar renEl .sJsne 4. NoAstionc.. Se['aPEn.brY Colliq Comq Hourng aurl'onr, HM2l4r Teddt Brsed R.nql Asista.c. ('lBR )Paae 4e CFO Page 7841 of 10663 EXIIIBIT D tNCOMf, CtrRTIFICATION INSTRUCTIONS Retain completed fbm. includirrg appropriate suppolting docunenlation, to be validated by CHS at the interim and close out monitoring. Effective Date: A. Ilouschold trfi)Inrati0n Mem[rer Namcs - All Ilouschold Nlcnlbers I{clatio shiD Age l 3 I l 6 7 8 B. Ass€ls: All llouschi)ld NtcD'bel.S, lr.ludingMirors I\Ielnbcr ^sset Dcscription Cash Valuc Inconre lt'onr I l .+ ) 6 7 8 Tota' Cash Value ofAssets B(a) Total Income ll'om Assets B(b) If line B(a) is grearer than $5,000. multipl) rhat amount bv the late spec;fied by HUD (applicable mte .06%) and enter resulrs in B(c). orhenvise leave blank.B(c ) ColllerC.unry ltous nC ArrLrrll, t{\!2i-ul Tentrnr Br*d Rentd Asssi$ce (TBRi\ |Paee 50 CtsO Page 7842 of 10663 C. r\ntic\utcd Annual Incomcr lncludcs Unctlrned tnconle and Support Paid on Behalfof N{inors Wag€s / Salarics (include tips, overtime) Benr{iis / l'ensions Public Other Income Asset Iocome (Enter rhe greater of bo\ B(b) or bor B(c). above. in bo\ C(e) l -l 1 8 'iirtals (a)(b)(c)(d)(e) Fnrer rotal oI ircms C(a) d]lough C(e). l'his alnoum is thc -{nnuil AnticiDatrd Hous€hold Income. D. Recipicnt St!tement: The information on this tbrnr is to be used to detennine nraximunl incolle lbr eligibiliry. l/we luve provided. lbr each person set folth in llem A, acceptable verificatiofi of current and anticipared annual iDconle. l^{e certili that dre slatements are true and conrplcteto tl'le besl ofrny/our knowledge and beliefand are given under penalry ofperjL[). WARNING: Florida Stamtes Chapler'817, l8 U.S.C. $ 1001, and 3l U-S.C $ 3729 provides thal \yillful false staiements ol Drisreprcsentations conce$iig income and assets or liabilities relating to linarcial condirion is a nrisdenleanor ofthe first degr€e and is punishable b)' flues and iDprisonment provided undcr Sections 775.082 and 775.083. Flo daSiallrtes.ILU.S.C.i7:9:.1:lscclalrns-I)ocunrenlinConie\t- llSCODll-1010{idell-subrirlclll-ch.tlr]7-sulrchaplll-sec37:9(qovinlb.eovi Signalure ofHead of Household Signaturc ofSpouse or Co-Head ofHousehold I)ate Aduh llousehold Member (if applicable)Date Aduh llousehold Menrber (il applicable)Date CouierCNly Houring Aurhoriry ItM2t-0t'|etu.' Br!.. R.ni A..hrarre '.Br a' PrJesl -NO\,' Page 7843 of 10663 E. EOME COUNTY Statement: Based on lhc representalions herein, lhe tanrily or ind;vidual(s) named in Ite,n A ofihis lnconre Ceftilication is/are eligible under the provisions oflhe HOME TIle famil, or individual(slconslilure(s) a: _fl _T] _D_ tr Barcd upon the A.ca (MSA) ol Collier Counl). E\tr€mel).I-ow Incomc (ILI) Household nleans and individual or tamily $hose annual iicome does not exceed 30 percenl offie area median income as deterlined by the U S. Deparuncllt ofllousing and Urban Developrnent \\,ilh adjustments for household size. (Maximunr Income Limit $ ). Vcry Low-Income (VLI) Horsehold meaDs and individual or fafiily \r'hose annua, income does not exceed 50 pelccnt olthe alea median iocome as determined by the U.S. Departmentof Housing and Ulbar Development \ith adjustments for household sjze. (Maximurn lncomc Limit S _). 60 Percent Threshold Household means and individual or fanrily rvhose annual income docs not exceed 60 percenl of thc area median income as derernrined by the U.s. Deparlrnent ofHotlsing and Urban Developmenr Nith adjustments for household size. (Maximun Income Linrn $ ). Lorv-Income (LI) Hous€hold means and individual or fanrily $hose annual income does not exceed 80 percent oflhe area median income as derer[rined by lhe U.S. Depa.tment of Housing and Urban Dcveloprrent wirh adjustnlents for household size. (Maxinum Income Liirit $ _). ()ear) incomc limils lbr the Naplcs-Marco lsland Melropolitan Stalistical Flolida. Signrrurc of the HONIE 'I BRA .{dnrinisttrlor or llis/Hcr D€sisDrted Reprcscrtrtive: Sisnalure Dare f. Household Dat, Number of Persons li\ Rirc / EthnicitY BY Ase lndian Black Narive Havraiian or Olher Pac. Islartder Wh i1(' 0- 25 26- 40 4t- 6l 6l+ Hispanic Non- HisDanic Printed Nante/Iide NOTL Wo lation conccrning ip rute ot ethnicit), ofthe o4ryonls is beitg Sathercd Jbt statistical use only. No occupant is |equned b gh'c such i fd nation lrc ot she lesires b do so, atd reltsal ro gite such infornalia will nal o/1'ett aU) fight he or she has on acc\putlt. collid coMt\ Hosrns An ront\ V1l.0r reMiL Bas.d lt.tul A$istarce l TBRA)r+e sl -[O Page 7844 of 10663 Circular 2 CFR Part 200.332 requires Collier County to monitor subrecipients of federal awards to determine if subrecipients are compliant with established audit requirements (Subpart F). Accordingly, Collier County requires that all appropriate documentation is provided regarding the organization's compliance. ln detemining Federal awards expended in a tiscal year, the entity must consider all sources of Federal awards based on when the activity relaled to the Federal award occurs, including any Federal award provided by Collier County. The determination of amounls of Federal awards expended shall be in accordance with the guidelines established by 2 CFR Part 200, Subpart F - Audit Requirements. This form may be used to mon,tor Florida Sinqle Audit Act (Statute 2'15,97) reouirements. Subrecipient Name First Date of FiscalYear (MM/DD/YYI Last Date of Fiscal Year (MM/DD/YY) Total Federal Financial Assistance Expended during most recently completed Fiscal Year Total State Financial Assistance Expended during most.ecently completed Fiscal Year b $ Check A. or B. Check C if applicable D A. The federal/state expenditure threshold for our fiscal yearending as indicated above has been met and a Single Audit as required by 2 CFR Part 200, Subpart F has been completed or will be completed by Copies ofthe audit report and management letter are attached or will be provided within 30 davs of comDletion. tr B. We are not subject to the requirements of OMB 2 CFR Part 200, Subpart F because n Did not exceed the expenditure threshold for the fiscalyear indicated aboven Are a for-profit organizaiionn Are exempt for other reasons - explain An audited financial statement is attached and if applicable, the independent auditor's manaqement letter. tr C. Findings were noted, a current Status Update of the responses and corrective action plan is included separate from the written response provided within the audit report. While we understand that the audit repod contains a wrilten response to the finding(s), we are requesting an updated status of the corrective action(s) being taken. Please do not provide just a copy of the written response from your audit report, unless it includes details of the actions, procedures, oolicies, etc. implemented and when it was or will be imolemented. Certifi cation Statement I hereby certil, that the above information is true and accurate. Signature:Date Print Name and Title: 06/t lt EXHIRIT E ANNUAL AUDIT MONITORING REPOITT Collier Couniy tlou$ng Auihonty f.llii,X',*.,*.*,**,-..,,"*^, ?lr'i'l . D.o _ Page 7845 of 10663