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Backup Documents 05/27/2025 Item #10A 51 z-d2S PERFECT GAME 667 PRUGRISS WAY ( SAY ORD, 1l 32711 May 20,2025 Paradise Coast Sports Complex 3940 City Gate Blvd N Naples, FL 34117 RE: Letter of Intent to Utilize Diamond Fields at Paradise Coast Sports Complex To Whom It May Concern, Perfect Game is pleased to submit this Letter of Intent expressing our interest in utilizing the diamond fields at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Florida. We are particularly interested in the following field types: • Youth-sized fields to support our growing roster of youth baseball events in SW Florida. We currently do not have a primary venue for these events. • Softball fields to accommodate additional programming and expanded opportunities. • High school-sized fields to serve as the primary overflow venue for several events primarily based in Lee County at the MLB Spring Training fields. As a national leader in amateur baseball and softball events, Perfect Game continues to seek high-quality facilities that align with our operational standards and participant experience goals. Paradise Coast's premier amenities and strategic location make it an ideal extension of our Southwest Florida event footprint. We would welcome the opportunity to further discuss field design and availability, scheduling options, and any partnership opportunities that may enhance the value for both organizations. Please consider this letter as our formal expression of interest. We look forward to collaborating and working together to bring world-class events to the Paradise Coast Sports Complex. Sincerely, Taylor McCollough VP—Operations Perfect Game Alicia Wilson-Graffam From: Adrian Moses Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 11:08 AM To: Alicia Wilson-Graffam Subject: FW: Paradise Coast Sports Complex - Possible Ripken Baseball Programming From: Scott Hacker<shacker@playunrivaled.com> Date: Friday, May 31, 2024 at 8:17 AM To:Adrian Moses <AMoses@playparadisecoast.com> Subject: Paradise Coast Sports Complex- Possible Ripken Baseball Programming WARNING:This email originated outside of the Sports Facilities Network. Please exercise caution. Ensure the email address matches the sender's name. DO NOT CLICK links or attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hi Adrian, We're looking to bring future Ripken Baseball and Bas_e.ballFactory programming to the Florida market and very interested in the Paradise Coast Sports Complex once diamond fields are in place. Please let me know if there's any plans to move forward with the diamonds in the near future.As you know,we're a huge fan of the facility and currently been hosting SoccerYo.uth national events at your facility since day 1 of opening the facility. Looking forward to bringing baseball programing as well to the Paradise Coast Sports Complex in the near future. Thanks, Scott Scott Hacker SVP of Programming and Strategic Development UNRIVALED SPORTS 859-629-0091 playunrivaled.com 1 Alicia Wilson-Graffam From: Adrian Moses Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 11:10 AM To: Alicia Wilson-Graffam Subject: FW: Florida USSSA Support for Paradise Coast Baseball Complex Expansion From:Todd Yancey<tyancey@sportsfacilities.com> Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 9:55 AM To:Jack Adams <jadams@sportsfacilities.com>, Michael Kelly<MKelly@sportsfacilities.com> Subject: Fw: Florida USSSA Support for Paradise Coast Baseball Complex Expansion Does this work for usssa letter? Best Regards, Todd Yancey SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT,NETWORK SERVICES THE SPORTS FACILITIES COMPANIES MANAGEMENT I DEVELOPMENT I ADVISORY Cell: 630.430.1099 sportsfacilities.com thesfnetwork.com From:Steve Hassett<Steve.Hassett@usssa.org> Sent:Saturday, May 24, 2025 9:29:17 AM To:Todd Yancey<tyancey@sportsfacilities.com> Subject: Florida USSSA Support for Paradise Coast Baseball Complex Expansion Todd, Thank you for reaching out regarding the proposed expansion of Paradise Coast Sports Complex to include additional diamond fields. On behalf of Florida USSSA,we are absolutely in favor of this development and see tremendous value in its completion. Florida USSSA Baseball hosts over 12,000 teams annually, and our Fast Pitch Softball division brings in approximately 7,000 teams each year.The addition of 11 new fields at Paradise Coast would be a game- changer, and Florida USSSA would welcome the opportunity to partner with the venue for 40+ tournament dates per year. Our events consistently generate significant economic impact, driving hotel stays, restaurant traffic, and tourism revenue.We are confident that this partnership would not only benefit the local community, but also elevate Paradise Coast as a premier sports destination. Please don't hesitate to call me with any questions or if further details are needed ahead of your meeting next week. i Best regards, Steve Hassett USSSA National Sports Director 941-587-4707 This email has been scanned for spam and viruses by Proofpoint Essentials. Click here to report this email as spam. 2 flA PROSPECT DUGOUT Prospect Dugout Statement of Support Paradise Coast Baseball Complex Proposal May 16, 2025 Since 2015, Prospect Dugout has built one of the most recognized brands in amateur baseball—serving as a bridge between youth players and the next level of their careers through a unique blend of national events, digital media, and player development programming. We are a Florida-based platform with national reach, and we believe Naples is the ideal location for our long-term home base. The opportunity to anchor Prospect Dugout events at a world-class facility in Paradise Coast will create immediate economic and media impact for the community while establishing Naples as a premier baseball destination. Our Brand Strength: • 800,000+ followers, 30M+ monthly views, and 10M+ users reached monthly across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and X • Recognized by athletes, parents, coaches, and scouts across all 50 states and internationally • Founded by a leadership team with professional baseball playing and coaching experience, currently coaching in the Pioneer League (Billings Mustangs) • Trusted by major brands and top-tier athletes in the amateur and professional baseball space National Programming & Community Impact: • Host professional tryouts, high school showcases, youth tournaments, and invite-only All-American events • Past events include: o Houston Call Up Experience (Eric Sim, Jose Canseco, former MLB players) o Showcase coverage in Irvine, CA o Atlantic League of Professional Baseball Tryout Camp (2019 - 2022) o Upcoming Cleveland 2-day Showcase &9-inning game at Progressive Field o Ongoing events in Florida, Texas, California, and beyond • Prospect Dugout has access to elite travel teams and high-level talent, but is equally committed to serving players of all levels—creating inclusive, community-strengthening opportunities for local athletes and families. FA PROSPECT DUGOUT Our Commitment to Naples: If Paradise Coast is approved for development, Prospect Dugout is committed to becoming a year-round event partner, offering programming such as: • September—May: Showcases, tryouts, and player development weekends • June—August: Weeklong tournaments, training camps, national team trials • Annual marquee events that attract national attention and tourism We would aim to utilize 8-12 fields with various age-specific dimensions (46/60, 50/70, 55/80, 60/90) and would work hand-in-hand with the community to ensure local players benefit directly from these opportunities. With the County's support, this facility—combined with our platform—has the potential to make Naples the epicenter of baseball development and exposure in the Southeast. We strongly support this proposal and are excited about the economic and social value it can bring to the region. Joel Hartman Co-Founder, Prospect Dugout joel@prospectdugout.com www.prospectd uQout.com Instagram: lg prospectdugout Agenda Item #: 10A May 27, 2025 Consider 1a/0 Increase to Tourist Development Tax 1:00 PM Name: AddresslPhone: m 0 reA Ceding Time To: 3oND 3I4(,) v;fce/ FL L 11 '3-- PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY COLLIER COUNTY ORDINANCE NO.2003-53,AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE 2004-05 AND 2007-24,REQUIRES THAT ALL LOBBYIST SHALL,BEFORE ENGAGING IN ANY LOBBYING ACTIVITIES(INCLUDING,BUT NOT LIMITED TO,ADDRESSING THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS),REGISTER WITH THE CLERK TO THE BOARD AT THE BOARD MINUTES AND RECORDS DEPARTMENT YOU ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) MINUTES FOR YOUR COMMENTS AND ARE TO ADDRESS ONLY THE CHAIR PUBLIC COMMENT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A FORUM FOR SELF-PROMOTION. PUBLIC COMMENT SPEAKERS WHO ENGAGE IN ADVERTISING THEIR BUSINESS,PERSONAL POLITICKING OR OTHER FORMS OF SELF-PROMOTION WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE THE PODIUM. PLACE COMPLETED FORM ON THE TABLE TO THE LEFT OF THE DAIS Agenda Item 10A May 27, 2025 Consider 1% p Increase to Tourist Development Tax 1:00PM Name: AddresslPhone: ,�0,S56fi l\bAJc1h(\ Ceding Time To: •3cigv Cary Ljioe. B`W- PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY COLLIER COUNTY ORDINANCE NO.2003-53,AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE 2004-05 AND 2007-24,REQUIRES THAT ALL LOBBYIST SHALL,BEFORE ENGAGING IN ANY LOBBYING ACTIVITIES(INCLUDING,BUT NOT LIMITED TO,ADDRESSING THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS),REGISTER WITH THE CLERK TO THE BOARD AT THE BOARD MINUTES AND RECORDS DEPARTMENT YOU ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) MINUTES FOR YOUR COMMENTS AND ARE TO ADDRESS ONLY THE CHAIR PUBLIC COMMENT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A FORUM FOR SELF-PROMOTION. PUBLIC COMMENT SPEAKERS WHO ENGAGE IN ADVERTISING THEIR BUSINESS,PERSONAL POLITICKING OR OTHER FORMS OF SELF-PROMOTION WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE THE PODIUM. PLACE COMPLETED FORM ON THE TABLE TO THE LEFT OF THE DAIS Agenda Item #: 10A May 27, 2025 Consider 1% Increase to Tourist Development Tax 1:00 PM Name:/1 AddresslPhone: Ceding Time To: PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY COLLIER COUNTY ORDINANCE NO.2003-53,AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE 2004-05 AND 2007-24,REQUIRES THAT ALL LOBBYIST SHALL,BEFORE ENGAGING IN ANY LOBBYING ACTIVITIES(INCLUDING,BUT NOT LIMITED TO,ADDRESSING THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS),REGISTER WITH THE CLERK TO THE BOARD AT THE BOARD MINUTES AND RECORDS DEPARTMENT YOU ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) MINUTES FOR YOUR COMMENTS AND ARE TO ADDRESS ONLY THE CHAIR PUBLIC COMMENT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A FORUM FOR SELF-PROMOTION. PUBLIC COMMENT SPEAKERS WHO ENGAGE IN ADVERTISING THEIR BUSINESS,PERSONAL POLITICKING OR OTHER FORMS OF SELF-PROMOTION WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE THE PODIUM. PLACE COMPLETED FORM ON THE TABLE TO THE LEFT OF THE DAIS