Agenda 09/23/2025 Item # 4A (Proclamation designating October 1, 2025, as Redlands Christian Migrant Association 60th Anniversary. To be accepted by Gloria Padilla, Community Relations Manager)PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA) was founded on October 1, 1965, in
response to the urgent need for childcare among farmworker families in Florida’s Redlands
farming community; and
WHEREAS, RCMA has developed a mission to serve Florida’s most vulnerable children and families,
particularly those of farm-working and rural communities; and
WHEREAS, over the past 60 years, RCMA has grown into Florida’s largest nonprofit provider of early
childhood education and one of the state’s most respected charter school operators, now
serving more than 4,300 children and families across 18 counties; and
WHEREAS, RCMA is committed to creating brighter futures for children and families in low-income
rural communities through high-quality education, wraparound support services, and
advocacy that uplifts the voices of agricultural workers and underserved populations; and
WHEREAS, RCMA has earned national recognition for its educational excellence and innovative
approach to addressing barriers to learning such as poverty, housing insecurity, and
language access; and
WHEREAS, the impact of RCMA is deeply felt in Collier County, where its local centers and programs
support working parents, prepare children for success in school and in life, and build
stronger communities through education and empowerment; and
WHEREAS, October 1, 2025, marks the 60th anniversary of RCMA’s founding, a milestone that
celebrates the tireless work of staff, families, and supporters who have made RCMA a
beacon of hope and opportunity for generations;
NOW THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier County, Florida,
that October 1, 2025, be designated as
REDLANDS CHRISTIAN MIGRANT ASSOCIATION 60TH ANNIVERSARY
DONE AND ORDERED THIS 23rd Day of September 2025.
Board of County Commissioners
Collier County, Florida
Burt L. Saunders, Chairman
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COLLIER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR PROCLAMATION
Please complete the form below and email to Proclamations@colliercountyfl.gov along with a draft of the
proclamation (Insert language on the Draft Proclamation From linked on the same webpage as this Request
Form). Forms must be submitted a minimum of 13 days prior to the requested meeting date.
Please note: A Commissioner sponsor is required!
COMMISSIONER(S) AGREEING TO SPONSOR:
William McDaniel
Once the Board agenda is approved by the Chair, staff will contact you to confirm receipt and presentation at an
upcoming Board of County Commissioners meeting. If you have any questions, please email
Proclamations@colliercountyfl.gov or by calling (239) 252-8075.
NAME: RCMA
ADDRESS: 402 West Main St. Immokalee Fl 34142
PHONE: 239-658-3560
EMAIL: gloriap@rcma.org
DATE OF THE COMMISSION MEETING BEING REQUESTED FOR PRESENTATION: Sept 23rd 2025
TOPIC/REASON FOR THE PROCLAMATION REQUEST: 60 Anniversary
DOES THIS PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZE A SPECIFIC CALENDAR DATE? Oct 4st -30th _
HAS THE PROCLAMATION BEEN PRESENTED BY THE BOARD IN PREVIOUS YEARS? NO
NAME OF THE LEAD RECIPIENT AND TITLE (IF APPLICABLE) WHO WILL BE PRESENT AND INTRODUCED AT THE
MEETING TO ACCEPT THE PROCLAMATION: (Other attendees may also participate in the receipt of the
Proclamation but will be announced by the County Manager as “distinguished guests.” Commissioners may opt to
identify others, by name, in any comments they make during or after the presentation of the Proclamation.)
LEAD RECIPIENT NAME: ______Gloria Padilla_____________________________________________________
Note: A photograph will be taken with the County Commissioners at the meeting when the proclamation is
presented. Other persons present with the recipients may also come forward at the time of the photograph.
Would you like a copy of this photograph sent (circle one): Via email / Via U.S. Mail
Per your delivery selection, please provide a name and email address or physical mailing address if different than
already provided on the form above:
FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY:
DATE FORM RECEIVED: RECEIVED BY:
ACCEPTED: DENIED: REASON FOR DENIAL:
APPLICANT NOTIFIED ON (DATE): VIA TELEPHONE / EMAIL / US MAIL
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BY: (SIGNATURE) REVISED 2/2023
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From: Cristina Tiberia <Cristina.Tiberia@colliercountyfl.gov>
Sent: Monday, August 4, 2025 2:28 PM
To: GloriaP <GloriaP@rcma.org>
Cc: Aimee Trochessett <Aimee.Trochessett@colliercountyfl.gov>
Subject: RE: Proclamation Request for RCMA 60th anniversary
Hi Gloria,
Thank you for your message. Commissioner McDaniel is happy to sponsor this proclamation. I have Aimee Trochesset copied
on this email to assist with the process.
Best regards,
Cristina Tiberia
Executive Coordinator
Commissioner McDaniel - District 5
Board of County Commissioners
3299 Tamiami Trail East, 3rd Floor
Naples, Florida 34112
Phone: 239-252-8605
DISTRICT 5 WEBSITE
Under Florida Law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records
request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by telephone or in writing.
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Business of the Quarter 7/22/2025 7:33:11 PM
Organization Andrew Hill Investment Advisors, Inc.
Business Description Founded in 2010, Andrew Hill Investment Advisors, Inc. has
established itself as a leader in investment expertise and financial
concierge services in the financial advisory landscape of Naples,
Florida. With a decade-long history of excellence, our firm began
with the vision of Andrew Hill and Jennifer Figurelli, who brought
decades of experience from national trust banks to create a
boutique investment advisory firm that prioritizes client interests
above all. We believe that our in-depth investment research and
our financial concierge services provide the firm with competitive
advantages.
Please provide examples of how your organization has
contributed/supported our local community
AHIA has invested in our community since its founding in 2010 by
volunteering, leadership on various boards, financial support from
the firm and its principal's personal support. Presently, Andrew
D.W. Hill, CFA, sits on the board and serves as Chair of the finance
committee of the Naples Chamber of Commerce. In addition,
Andy was also twice appointed by Governor Desantis to the Big
Cypress Basin board serving through 2026. Jennifer R. Figurelli,
CTFA, is a Board member of the Trinity Life Foundation of Collier
County, a group that provides guidance for youth. Jennifer is also a
member of Alliance Francaise de Naples and a 2015 graduate of
Naples Chamber Leadership Collier.
Full-Time Employees 4
Part-Time Employees 0
Year Founded 2010
Owner/Executive to receive the award?Andrew D.W. Hill – President & Co-founder
Jennifer R. Figurelli – Managing Director & Co-founder
Person nominating the business?Michelle Borders
Email mborders@naplesnetworking.com
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