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AFFILIATION AGREEMENT
This Affiliation Agreement (" Agreement") is made and entered into by and between the District
Board of Trustees of Miami Dade College ("School"), The School Board of Miami -Dade County,
("Community Partner") and the City of Miami, acting by and through its Department of Fire -
Rescue ("Department"), is entered into this day of , 2014.
RECITALS
WHEREAS, School, Department and Community Partner have a mutual interest in seeking
expertise and resources to provide the highest standards of education and training in the
emergency medical services field; and
WHEREAS, City manages a Department of Fire -Rescue ("Department") that provides
emergency medical services; and
WHEREAS, the Department provides Emergency Medical Services ("EMS") and Fire Services
and is willing to make its facilities available to the Schools and Community partner's students
participating in this emergency management training program ("Program"); and
WHEREAS, the Department is not qualified by the State to provide EMS training and
Emergency Medical Technician ("EMT") certification and it recognizes the need to collaborate
with a Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) accredited educational institution
capable of providing EMT certification training; and
WHEREAS, the School is a SACS accredited educational institution capable of providing First
Responder, Paramedic and EMT training and certification programs for its students; and
WHEREAS, School desires to provide learning experiences through the application of
knowledge and skills in actual patient -centered situations in the EMS and Fire Services field
through didactic, psychomotor skills and evaluations; and
WHEREAS, School is licensed by the Florida Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency
Medical Services in Tallahassee, Florida and accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of
Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of
Educational Programs for EMS Professions to provide Emergency Medical Technician College
Certificates and a Paramedic Program and has agreed to provide training and certification for this
Program; and
WHEREAS, the School is the largest and most diverse college in the nation; and
WHEREAS, the School has seven (7) campuses, two (2) centers and more than 175,000 students
from across the world; and
WHEREAS, the School offers over 300 programs of study and several degree options including
vocational, associate and baccalaureate degrees; and
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WHEREAS, the Community Partner will provide quality students, and mentoring for student selected
to participate in the Program; and
WHEREAS, the Community Partner is a dropout, prevention mentoring program committed to
closing the minority male achievement (access) gap by guiding minority male students along a
carefully charted path through grades K-12 and college or ensuring the attainment of other
post -secondary credentials, and increasing their employability in higher wage, high skills jobs
within high demand industries: and
WHEREAS, School and Department will provide First Responder, Paramedic and EMT
training for Community Partner's students who participate in this Program; and
WHEREAS, in connection with their mutual interest, Department, School and Community
Partner desire to collaborate in the implementation of the proposed Program; and
WHEREAS, the parties wish to execute this Affiliation Agreement ("Agreement") between the
City, School and Community Partner for said purpose.
NOW THERFORE, the parties agree to the following:
1. PROGRAM:
Department and School will design an education experience to train students in the areas of First
Responder, Paramedic and/or EMT.
This community involvement initiative is intended to provide mentoring and career guidance to
high school students and training of high school graduates. These students will attain
credentials towards future employment in Fire, EMS, or other related fields.
a. The educational experience provided will be consistent with the curriculum
requirements of both School and Department.
b. The Program will be periodically reviewed by the City Liaison and School and
Department Representatives and, when appropriate, revised to meet the curriculum
requirements of the Department and School along with the standards of their
accrediting entities.
c. The education experience for students in the Program will be an integral part of the
services provided by School. Students will be under the direct supervision of the
Department or School personnel who are licensed or otherwise qualified to perform
Emergency Medical Services.
d. Participation in this Program can lead towards obtaining, at a minimum, an Associates
of Science degree from the School.
e. Success of the Program will be measured by the number of students who complete
the Program and enter Fire/EMS or other related careers (for example, Paramedics,
Emergency Medical Services, etc.), progress into College or Universities studies
and/or enter the workforce.
f. Funding for the Program and students' participation in this program, including School
application fees, registration fees, tuition, laboratory fees (which include uniforms),
books and supplies shall be provided by the City through the Department, as provided
in Section 4 entitled "Responsibility of Department" or provided by the Community
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Partner, as provided in Section 4 entitled "Responsibility of Community Partner."
2. RESPONSIBILITY OF DEPARTMENT:
The Department shall:
a. Furnish the premises, personnel, services, and all other items necessary for the clinical
experience for the Program.
b. Appoint a person with sufficient training whose responsibilities shall be to act as liaison
between the School and the Department as liaison ("City Liaison").
c. Shall provide field experiences (fire rescue ride time, etc.) to the students assigned
hereunder. Such students shall be subject to the supervision direction and control of the
Department while performing their assignments.
d. Provide equipment for instruction: The equipment will be used for the School to instruct
the didactic and psychomotor portion of the Program to the students. The equipment will
remain the property of the Department unless otherwise authorized in writing to the
School.
e. Advise all students of the rules, policies and procedures of the Department.
f. The Department will collaborate with all parties involved to secure programmatic funding
which in part will be supported by the EMS Cadet Program Account (18-180013).
g. The Department affirms that this Program will be solely funded from EMS Cadet Program
Account (18-180013), funding provided by the Community Partner, as provided in Section
4 entitled "Responsibilities of the Community Partner," or outside donations.
3. RESPONSIBILITY OF SCHOOL:
The School shall:
a. Designate a member of School faculty ("School Representative") to coordinate the clinical
training experience of students participating in the Program with the Department.
b. Be responsible for the scheduling of students admitted to participate in the Program and
maintain the appropriate records as required for the Program.
c. Provide the educational program for training the students' to become Emergency Medical
Technicians, First Responders and/or Paramedics, including didactic, practical and
clinical instruction.
d Provide uniforms, as are included in the laboratory fees paid to the School.
e. Develop criteria for the evaluation of the performance of students participating in the
Program and shall provide those criteria with appropriate reporting forms (attendance,
evaluation, etc.) to students and the Department.
f. Assign grades to students participating in the Program on the basis of performance.
g. Inform all students and personnel participating in the Program that they are required to
comply with the rules and regulations of Program and School.
h. Advise all students of the rules, policies and procedures of the Department and Program
and that noncompliance of the rules, policies and procedures of the Program, the
Department and the School may result in dismissal from the Program.
i. Not charge Department for services performed by School in furtherance of the Program, but
shall invoice the Department for the funding students' participation in this program, including
School application fees, registration fees, tuition, laboratory fees (which include uniforms),
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books and supplies.
j. Cooperate with Department in matters related to academic performance and student
conduct related to the Program.
k. Provide proof to the Department that the students meet the requirements for the
Department's basic infectious disease review, which shall include health status reports for
each student assigned to externship training, records of proof of immunization against
common communicable diseases, atuberculosis screening and any other requirements.
1. Provide Hospital Externship. A hospital externship is an experimental learning opportunity
that provides the student with a short practical experience in the field, similar to an
internship.
4. RESPONSIBILITES OF THE COMMUNITY PARTNER
The Community Partner shall:
a. Provide students for the Program. Students will be selected by a committee from students
enrolled in the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Program. High school graduates
participating in the Program at the School shall meet the School's admission requirements
prior to being able to enroll in courses at the School.
b. Provide funding/tuition as available from donated funding sources designated to the
success of this Program.
c. Guide, direct, and mentor students during the course of study and toward future
endeavors. Counseling and guidance will be addressed through supervision from
guidance counselors, volunteers and mentors. It is a requirement that the student enters
the next level of studies or find job placement after completion of the Program.
5. GENERAL PROVISIONS:
I. Compliance with laws: Department and School shall comply with all applicable
Federal, State, and municipal laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations, including
confidentiality of patient records.
II. Performance: A delay in or failure of performance of Department or School that is
caused by occurrences beyond the control of any party shall not constitute default
hereunder, or give rise to any claim for damages.
III. Term and Effective Date:
a. The term of this Agreement shall be for one (1) year and shall become
effective when the Agreement is executed by the parties, and automatically
renew for three (3) one-year periods, thereafter, until the .termination has
been completed in writing as explained in Part "B".
b. Notwithstanding any other provision to the contrary, this Agreement may be
terminated without cause at any time by either party upon ninety (90) days'
prior written notice to the other parties or upon completion of the students'
course during the semester, whichever is later. No party will have any
recourse, cause of action or claim from such a termination.
c. In the event of a material breach of this Agreement, the aggrieved party may
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terminate this Agreement by giving thirty (30) days prior written notice of
termination to the breaching party. If the breach is not cured, the
Agreement shall terminate at the end of the thirty day period
IV. Indemnification Clause: The School shall defend, indemnify and hold the City of
Miami, its officers, employees, and volunteers harmless from and against any and all
liability, loss, expense, reasonable attorneys' fees, or claims for injury or damages arising
out of the performance of this Agreement, subject to the provisions, limits and limitations
Section 768.28(5), Florida Statutes, as may be amended, but only in proportion to
and to the extent such liability, loss, expense, reasonable attorneys' fees, or claims for
injury or damages are caused by or result from the negligent or intentional acts or
omissions of the School, its trustees, officers, agents, employees, students, or School
Instructors (if applicable).
The City shall defend, indemnify and hold the School, its officers, employees, and
volunteers harmless from and against any and all liability, loss, expense, reasonable
attorneys' fees, or claims for injury or damages arising out of the performance of this
Agreement, subject to the provisions, limits and limitations of Section 768.28(5),
Florida Statutes, as may be amended, but only in proportion to and to the extent
such liability, loss, expense, reasonable attorneys' fees, or claims for injury or damages
are caused by or result from the negligent or intentional acts or omissions of the City, its
officers, agents, employees, students, or Instructors (if applicable).
The School Board of Miami -Dade County ("Community Partner") shall defend, indemnify
and hold the City of Miami, its officers, employees, and volunteers harmless from and
against any and all .arising out of the performance of this Agreement, and to the extent of
limitations subject to the provision of Florida Statutes, Section 768.28(5), but only in
proportion to and to the extent such liability, loss, expense, reasonable attorneys' fees, or
claims for injury or damages are caused by or result from the negligent or intentional acts
or omissions of the School Board, its officers, agents, employees, Students, or School
Instructors (if applicable).
The City shall defend, indemnify and hold the School Board, its officers, employees,
and volunteers harmless from and against any and all liability, loss, expense, reasonable
attorneys' fees, or claims for injury or damages arising out of the performance of this
Agreement, subject to the provisions, limits and limitations of Section 768.28(5),
Florida Statutes, as may be amended, but only in proportion to and to the extent
such liability, loss, expense, reasonable attorneys' fees, or claims for injury or damages
are caused by or result from the.negligent or intentional acts or omissions of the City, its
officers, agents, employees, students, or Instructors (if applicable).
V. Insurance:
a. School, its sole cost and expense, shall keep in force and maintain at all times
during this agreement insurance requirements in accordance to Exhibit "A".
b. School, as a public educational institution of the State of Florida, shall at all times
during the term hereof, maintain such liability insurance coverage as provided for
under Section 768.28, Florida Statutes as may be amended. Certificates of Insurance,
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as evidence of coverage, shall be provided to the City upon request..
c. The coverage required under this Section shall not in any way limit the liability
of School. School, upon the execution of this Agreement, shall furnish the
Department with Certificates of Insurance evidencing compliance with all
requirements. School shall provide thirty (30) days advanced written notice to
the Department of any modifications, material change or cancellation of any of
the above insurance coverage.
d. Should the School fail or refuse to satisfy the requirement of change coverage
within thirty (30) days following the City's written notice, this Contract shall be
considered terminated on the date that the required change in policy coverage
would otherwise take effect.
VI. Status of Students
a. During the period in which a Student is assigned to the Department, the
Student and the School Instructor, if applicable, shall be subject to the
direction and control of the Department supervisors.
b. It is expressly agreed and understood by the Department and School that
students are present at the Department's facilities to participate in activities
and assignments that are of educational value to students and that are
appropriate to the course and scope of School's Program.
c. Students admitted and enrolled in the School shall be considered the School's
students.
VII. Discrimination -Prohibition
a. School, the Community Partner, and the Department agree not to discriminate
in the selection of students to participate in this Program; or
b. The Program and all related activities shall be conducted in a manner that does
not discriminate against any person on a basis prohibited by applicable laws,
including but not limited to: race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age,
veteran status, or disability.
VIII. Patient Records: Any and all of the Department's, medical records and charts created
at the Department's facilities as a result of performance under this Agreement shall be
and shall remain the property of the Department. School understands and agrees that it
will require all of its students (and School Instructors if applicable) rotating through the
Department facilities to maintain the confidentiality of all patient medical records and
charts in accordance with the Department's policies and procedures and all applicable
state and federal laws and regulations, including the Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act ("HIPAA"). School agrees that students, and School Instructors if
applicable, shall comply with any Department training or education required to comply
with HIPAA or other applicable laws.
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IX. FERPA. The parties agrees that one or all may create, receive or have access to
educational records that are subject to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
("FERPA"), 20 U.S.C. Section 1232g (collectively, the "FERPA Records"). The parties
represents, warrants, and agrees that they will: (1) hold the FERPA Records in strict
confidence and will not use or disclose the FERPA Records except as (a) permitted or
required by this Agreement, (b) required by law, or (c) otherwise authorized by School or
student in writing; (2) safeguard the FERPA Records according to commercially
reasonable administrative, physical and technical standards that are no less rigorous than
the standards by which each party protects its own confidential information; and (3)
continually monitor its operations and take any action necessary to assure that the FERPA
Records are safeguarded in accordance with the terms of this Agreement.
X. Interruption in Service: Either party shall be excused from any delay or failure in
performance hereunder caused by reason of any occurrence or contingency beyond its
reasonable control, including, but not limited to, acts of God, acts of war, fire,
insurrection, labor disputed, riots earthquakes, or other acts or nature. The obligations
and rights so excused shall be extended on a day-to-day basis for the time period equal
to the period of such excusable interruption. In the event the interruption of a party's
performance continues for a period in excess of thirty (30) days, the other party shall
have the right to terminate this Agreement upon ten (10) days' prior written notice to the
other party.
XI. Assignment: Neither party shall assign their rights, duties, or obligations under this
Agreement, either in whole or in part, without the prior written consent of the other
party.
XII. Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is held to be illegal, invalid, or
unenforceable under present or future laws effective during the term hereof, such
provision shall be fully severable. This Agreement shall be construed and enforced as if
such illegal, invalid, or unenforceable provision had never been a part of the Agreement,
and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect unaffected by such
severance, provided that the severed provision(s) are not material to the overall purpose
and operation of this Agreement.
XIII. Waiver: Waiver by either party of any breach of any provision of this Agreement or
warranty or representation herein set forth shall be in writing and not be construed as a
waiver of any subsequent breach of the same or any other provision. The failure to
exercise any right hereunder shall not operate as a waiver of such right. All rights and
remedies provided for herein are cumulative.
XIV. Modifications and Amendments: This Agreement may be amended or modified at
any time by mutual written consent of the authorized representatives of all parties.
XV. Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed in all respects by the laws of the
State of Florida. It is hereby agreed and understood that the venue of choice for legal
disputes shall be in Miami Dade County, Florida.
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XVI. Notices: All notice required under this Agreement shall be deemed to have been fully
given when made in writing and delivered by: (i) personal delivery; (ii) deposit in the
United States mail, postage pre -paid, certified mail, return receipt request; or (iii)
overnight courier service, and addressed as follows:
City of Miami •
Daniel J. Alfonso, City Manager
City of Miami
444 SW 2"d Avenue, 10th Floor
Miami, Florida 33130
With a copy to:
Victoria Mendez
City Attorney
City of Miami
444 SW 2"d Avenue, 9th Floor
Miami, Florida 33130
Miami Dade College
Rosa de la Torre, Contracts Manager
Medical Campus
Miami Dade College
950 N.W. 20th Street
Miami, Florida 33127
With a copy to:
Mark Everett, Dean
School of Health Sciences
Medical Campus
Miami Dade College
950 N.W. 20th Street
Miami, Florida 33127
Miami -Dade Public School Board
Alberto Carvalho, Superintendent
1450 NE.E. 2"d Avenue, #912
Miami, Florida 33132
With a copy to:
Ana Craft
Assistant School Board Attorney
Contracts Section
1450 N.E. 2"d Avenue, #430
Miami, Florida 33132
XVII. Use of Name: Neither party shall use the name of the other, in similar references to
the same without the prior written approval from an authorized representative of that
party.
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XVIII. Debarment: Parties represents and warrants that they and their representatives
(,officers and/or trustees, if applicable) are not: 1) currently excluded, debarred, or
disqualified by any federal governmental agency or program or otherwise ineligible
from receiving federal contracts or assistance; 2) present on the exclusion database
of the Office of the Inspector General or the Government Services Administration;
or 3) convicted of a criminal offense related to the provision of health care or under
investigation for any of the above circumstances.
XIX. Independent Contractors: The parties expressly intend that as to this Agreement, the
parties shall be independent contractors, have no relationship other than the one created by
this Agreement, and shall not receive any benefits other than those expressly proved
herein. Further, the parties expressly intend that no agent, contractor, employee of one
party shall be deemed an agent, contractor, or employee of the other party.
XX. Entire Agreement: This Agreement and the Exhibits contains all the terms and
conditions agreed upon by the parties regarding the subject matter of this agreement and
supersedes any prior agreements, oral or written, and all other communications between
the parties relating to such subject matter.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Agreement has been executed by and on behalf of the parties
hereto on the dates indicated below.
ATTEST:
Todd Hannon
City Clerk •
THE CITY OF MIAMI, a municipal
Corporation of the State of Florida
Daniel J. Alfonso
City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND APPROVED AS TO INSURANCE
LEGAL CORRECTNESS: REQUIREMENTS:
Victoria Mendez
City Attorney
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Anne -Marie Sharpe, Interim Director
Department of Risk Management
DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF MIAMI DADE COLLEGE ("SCHOOL")
By: Date:
Armando Ferrer, President
Medical Campus
Attest:
Approved as to form and legal sufficiency
By:
Rosa De La Torre, Carmen Dominguez,
Contracts Manager Legal Counsel
The SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA ("COMMUNITY
PARTNER")
By: Date:
Authorized Officer
Attest:
Secretary
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EXHIBIT A
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS - AFFILIATION AGREEMENT —
THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
General Liability Self -Insurance, subject to the provisions, limits and limitations of
Section 768.28, Florida Statutes, as may be amended.
II. Automobile Liability Self -Insurance, subject to the provisions, limits and limitations of
Section 768.28, Florida Statutes, as may be amended.
III. Workers' Compensation
A. Limits. of Liability: Statutory - State of Florida
IV. Employer's Liability
A. Limits ofLiability
$500,000 for bodily injury caused by an accident, each accident
$500,000 for bodily injury caused by disease, each employee
$500,000 for bodily injury caused by disease, policy limit
V. Professional Liability/Malpractice Coverage
Each Claim
General Aggregate Limit
$1,000,000
$2,000,000
The above policies shall provide the City of Miami with written notice of cancellation or
material change from the insurer not less than (30) days prior to any such cancellationor
material change.
Companies authorized to do business in the State of Florida, with the following qualifications,
shall issue all insurance policies required above:
The company must be rated no less than "A" as to management, and no less than
"Class V" as to Financial Strength, by the latest edition of Best's Insurance Guide,
published by A.M. Best Company, Oldwick, New Jersey, or its equivalent. All policies
and /or certificates of insurance are subject to review and verification by Risk
Management prior to insurance approval.
REQUIREMENTS FOR MIAMI DADE COLLEGE:
General Liability Self -Insurance, subject to the provisions, limits and limitations of
Section 768.28, Florida Statutes, as may be amended.
V. Automobile Liability Self -Insurance, subject to the provisions, limits and limitations of
Section 768.28, Florida Statutes, as may be amended.
VI. Workers' Compensation
A. Limits of Liability: Statutory - State of Florida
VII. Employer's Liability
A. Limits of Liability
$500,000 for bodily injury caused by an accident, each accident
$500,000 for bodily injury caused by disease, each employee
$500,000 for bodily injury caused by disease, policy limit
V. Professional Liability/Malpractice Coverage
Each Claim
General Aggregate Limit
$1,000,000
$ 2,000,000
The above policies shall provide the City of Miami with written notice of cancellation or
material change from the insurer not less than (30) days prior to any such cancellation or
material change.
Companies authorized to do business in the State of Florida, with the following qualifications,
shall issue all insurance policies required above:
The company must be rated no less than "A" as to management, and no less than
"Class V" as to Financial Strength, by the latest edition of Best's Insurance Guide,
published by A.M. Best Company, Oldwick, New Jersey, or its equivalent. All policies
and /or certificates of insurance are subject to review and verification by Risk
Management prior to insurance approval.
AFFILIATION AGREEMENT
This Affiliation Agreement (" Agreement") is made and entered into by and bet 4en the District
Board of Trustees of Miami Dade College ("School"), 5000 Role Models of Exc lence Project,
Inc, ("Community Partner") and the City of Miami, acting by and through its. epartment of Fire -
Rescue ("Department"), is entered into this day of 14,
RECITALS
WHEREAS, School, Department and Community Partner have a r tual interest in seeking
expertise and resources to provide the highest standards of edufa ion and training in the
emergency medical services field; and
WHEREAS, City manages a Department of Fire -Rescue ("Department") that provides
emergency medical services; and
WHEREAS, the Department provides Emergency Medical ervices ("EMS") and Fire. Services
and is willing to make its facilities available to Schoo s and Community partner's students
participating in this emergency management training.p ogram ("Program"); and
WHEREAS, the Department is not qualified by he State to provide EMS training and
Emergency Medical Technician ("EMT") certifica ion and it recognizes the need to collaborate
with a Southern Association of Colleges and S hools (SACS) accredited educational institution
capable of providing EMT certification trainin , and
WHEREAS, the School is a SACS accredi d educational institution capable of providing First
Responder, Paramedic and EMT trainin /and certification programs for its students; and
WHEREAS, School desires to provide learning experiences through the application of
nt" knowledge and skills in actual patiecentered situations in the EMS and Fire Services field
through didactic, psychomotor skill 'and evaluations; and
WHEREAS, School is licensed/by the Florida Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency
Medical Services in Tallahassee; Florida and accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of
Allied Health Education Progi� ris upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of
Educational Programs for EvIS Professions to provide Emergency Medical Technician College
Certificates and a Paramedl Program and has agreed to provide training and certification for this
Program; and
WHEREAS, the Sch:bl is the largest and most diverse college in the nation; and
WHEREAS, the School has seven (7) campuses, two (2) centers and more than 175,000 students
from across the world; and
WHEREAS, the School offers over 300 programs of study and several degree options including
vocational,,d'ssociate and baccalaureate degrees; and
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WHEREAS, the Community Partner will provide quality students, funding and mentoring for student
selected to participate in the Program; and
WHEREAS, the Community Partner is a dropout, prevention mentoring program committed to
closing the minority male achievement (access) gap by guiding minority male students along a
carefully charted path through grades K-12 and college or ensuring the attainment of other
post -secondary credentials, and increasing their employability in higher wage, high skills jobs
within high demand industries: and
WHEREAS, School and Department will provide First Responder, Paramedic and EMT
training for Community Partner's students who participate in this Program; and
WHEREAS, in connection with their mutual interest, Department, School and Commun
Partner desire to collaborate in the implementation of the proposed Program; and
WHEREAS, the parties wish to execute this Affiliation Agreement ("Agreement") between the
City,. School and Community Partner for said purpose.
NOW THERFORE, the parties ,agree to the following:
1. PROGRAM:
Department and School will design an education experience to train studep s in the areas of First
Responder, Paramedic and/or EMT.
This community involvement initiative is ,intended to provide mentorin and career guidance to
high school students and training of high school graduates. The students will attain
credentials towards future employment in Fire, EMS, or other related felds,
ent
a,
b.
c.
The educational experience provided will be
requirements of both School and Department.
The Program will be periodically reviewed by the
Department Representatives and, when appropriate,
requirements of the Department . and School . alor. g .with the standards of their
accrediting entities.
The education experience for students in the Pp6gram will be an integral part of .the
e under the direct supervision of the
ensed or otherwise qualified to perform
services provided by School, Students will
Department or School personnel who are h.
Emergency Medical Services.
consist with the
curriculum
ity Liaison and School and
rvised to meet the curriculum
d. Participation in this Program can lead toyVar.ds obtaining, at a minimum, an Associates
of Science degree from the School.
e. Success of the Program will be meaired by the number of students who complete
the Program and enter Fire/EMS yf other related careers (for example, Paramedics,
Emergency Medical Services, etc.), progress into College or Universities studies
and/or enter the workforce.
f. Funding for the Program and students' participation in this program, including School
application fees, registration/fees, tuition, laboratory fees (which include uniforms),
books and supplies shall be`provided by the City through the Department, as provided
in Section 4 entitled "Responsibility of Department" or provided by the Community
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Partner, as provided in Section 4 entitled "Responsibility of Community Partner."
2, RESPONSIBILITY OF DEPARTMENT:
The Department shall;
a. Furnish the premises, personnel, services, and all other items necessary for the clini,l
experience for the Program.
b. Appoint a person with sufficient training whose responsibilities shall be to act as iaison
between the School and the Department as liaison ("City Liaison").
a Shall provide field experiences (fire rescue ride time, etc.) to the student assigned
hereunder. Such students shall be subject to the supervision direction and co;htrol of the
Department while performing their assignments. •
d. Provide equipment for instruction: The equipment will be used for the Sol fool to instruct
the didactic and psychomotor portion of the Program to the students, The equipment will
remain the property of the Department unless otherwise authorized i writing to the
School,
e. Advise all students of the rules, policies and procedures of the Department.
f, The Department will collaborate with all parties involved to secure prb�grarnmatic funding
will in part will be supported by the EMS Cadet Program Account (� 180013).
g. The Department affirms that this Program will be solely funded from EMS Cadet Program
Account (18-180013), funding provided by the Community Partn , as provided in Section
4 entitled "Responsibilities of the Community Partner," or outsid® donations.
3. RESPONSIBILITY OF SCHOOL:
The School shall:
a; Designate a member of School faculty ("School Represe ltative") to coordinate the clinical
training experience of students participating in the Pro am with the Department.
b. Be responsible for the scheduling of students admitt d to participate in the Program and
maintain the appropriate records as required for the rogram.
c, Provide the educational program for training the udents' to become Emergency Medical
Technicians, First Responders and/or Paramedi s, including didactic, practical and
clinical instruction.
d Provide uniforms, as are included in the lab. :atory fees paid to the School.
e, Develop criteria for the evaluation of the lab?,
of students participating in the
Program and shall provide those criterigiwith appropriate reporting forms (attendance,
evaluation, etc.) to students and the Depa finent.
f. Assign grades to students participating fn the Program on the basis of performance.
g, Inform all students and personnel participating in the Program that they are required to
comply with the rules and regulation of Program and School.
h. Advise all students of the rules, policies and procedures of the Department and Program
and that noncompliance of the ;rules, policies and procedures of the Program, the
Department and the School may result in dismissal from the Program.
i. Not charge Department for services performed by School in furtherance of the Program, but
shall invoice the Department for the funding students' participation in this program, including
School application fees, registration fees, tuition; laboratory fees (which include uniforms),
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books and supplies,
j, Cooperate with Department in matters related to academic performance and student
conduct related to the Program.
k. Provide proof to the Department that the students meet the requirements for tl
Department's basic infectious disease review, which shall include health status reports or
each student assigned to externship training, records of proof of immunization aganst
common communicable diseases, a tuberculosis screening and any other requirements,/
1, Provide Hospital Externship, A hospital externship is an experirental learning oppprtunity
that provides the student with a short practical experience in the field, similp to an
internship.
4, RESPONSIBILITES OF THE COMMUNITY PARTNER
The Role Model shall:
a. Provide students for the Program, Students will be selected by a conrp5ittee from students
enrolled in the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Program, IZigh school graduates
participating in the Program at the School shall meet the School's ;admission requirements
prior being able to enroll in courses at the School. .•
b, Provide funding/tuition as available from donated funding /Sources designated to the
success of this Program. 1/
c, Provide transportation as necessary. /
d. Guide, direct, and mentor students during the course/ of study and toward future
endeavors. Counseling and guidance will be addre sed through supervision from
guidance counselors, volunteer and mentors, It is a req 'irement that the student enters the
next level of studies or find job placement after compl,ion of the Program.
5. GENERAL PROVISIONS:
I. Compliance with laws: Department and 6hool shall comply with all applicable
Federal, State; and municipal laws, ordh nces, rules, and regulations, including
confidentiality of patient records,
II. Performance: A delay in or failure of p rformance of Department or School that is
caused by occurrences beyond the control of any party shall not constitute default
hereunder, or give rise to any claim foildamages.
III, Term and Effective Date:
a. The term of this Agreement shall become effective when the Agreement is
executed by the parties and shall continue in effect for three (3) years unless
terminated earlier, Unless a party to this agreement sends notice to the other
parties indicating that it/does not want to renew this agreement after the initial
term, this Agreement shall automatically be extended for an additional three-
year term thereafter..
b. Notwithstanding any other provision to the contrary, this Agreement may be
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terminated without cause at any time by either party upon ninety (90) days'
prior written notice to the other parties or upon completion of the students'
course during the semester, whichever is later. No party will have any
recourse, cause of action or claim from such a termination,
c. In the event of a material breach of this Agreement, the aggrieved party may
terminate this Agreement by giving thirty (30) days prior written notice of
termination to the breaching party, If the breach is not cured, the
Agreement shall terminate at the end of the thirty day period
IV. Indemnification Clause: The School shall defend, indemnify and hold the City
Miami, its officers, employees, and volunteers harmless from and against any and all
liability, loss, expense, reasonable attorneys' fees, or claims for injury or damages arising
out of the performance of this Agreement, subject to the provisions, limits and limitons
Section 768,28(5), Florida Statutes, as may be amended, but only in propoion to
and to the extent such liability, loss, expense, reasonable attorneys' fees, or clams for
injury or damages are caused by or result from the negligent or intentions+ acts or
omissions of the School, its trustees, officers, agents, employees, students,/ r School
Instructors (if applicable).
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The City shall defend, indemnify and hold the School, its officers, ern¢iloyees, and
volunteers harmless from and against any and all liability, loss, expene, reasonable
attorneys' fees, or claims for injury or damages arising out of the perfo>rmance of this
Agreement, subject to the provisions, limits and limitations of Section 768.28(5),
Florida Statutes, as may be amended, but only in proportion to nd to the extent
such liability, loss, expense, reasonable attorneys' fees, or claims for,"njury or damages
are caused by or result from the negligent or intentional acts or orris 'ions of the City, its
officers, agents, employees, students, or Instructors (if applicable).
The 5000 Role Models will indemnify the City and School frot personal injury and
property loss or .damage arising out of the Role Models negligent acts or omissions in
relation to the Agreement.
V. Insurance:
a. School, its sole cost and expense, shall keep in fore,and maintain at all times
during this agreement insurance requirements in acc.rdance to ,Exhibit "A".
b. School, as a public educational institution of the St .tle of Florida, shall at all times
during the term hereof, maintain such liability ins ranee coverage as provided for
under Section 768.28, Florida Statutes as may be al, ended. Certificates of Insurance,
as evidence of coverage, shall be provided to the ty upon request..
c, The coverage required under this Section sha 1 not in any way limit the liability
of School. School, upon the execution of his Agreement, shall furnish the
Department with Certificates of Insurano evidencing compliance with all
requirements. School shall provide thirty (30) days' advanced written notice to
the Department of any modifications, ma erial change or cancellation of any of
the above insurance coverage. /'
d. Should the School fail or refuse to satisfy the requirement of change coverage
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VI. Status of Students
within thirty (30) days following the City's written notice, this Contract shall be
considered terminated on the date that the required change in policy coverage
would otherwise take effect.
Department, the
Student and the School Instructor, if applicable, shall be subject to the
a. During the period in whicha Student is assigned to the
direction and control of the Department supervisors.
b. It is expressly agreed and understood by the Department and School/ that
students are present at the Department's facilities to participate in activities
and assignments that are of educational value to students and that are
appropriate to the course and scope of School's Program. i
c. Students admitted and enrolled in the School shall be considered th`e School's
students.
VII. Discritnination -Prohibition
a. School, and the Department agree not to discriminate in the selection of students to
participate in this Program; or
b. The Program and all related activities shall be conducted a manner that does
not discriminate against any person on a basis prohibitjd by applicable laws,
including but not limited to: race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age,
veteran status, or disability.
VIII, Patient Records: Any and all of the Department's, med. al records and charts created
at the Department's facilities as a result of performance under this Agreement shall be
and shall remain the property of the Department. Sch : 1 understands and agrees that it
will require all of its students (and School Instructors if applicable) rotating through the
Department facilities to maintain the confidentiality of all patient medical records and
charts in accordance with the Department's polici and procedures and all applicable
state and federal laws and regulations, including the Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act ("HIPAA"). School agrees / at students, and School Instructors if
applicable, shall comply with any Department laining or education required to comply
with HIPAA or other applicable laws. ,
IX. FERPA. The parties agrees that one or all may create, receive or have access to
educational records that are subject to th9� Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
("FERPA"), 20 U.S.C. Section 1232g (c 4lectively, the "FERPA Records"), The parties
represents, warrants, and agrees that th.�y will: (1) hold the FERPA Records in strict
confidence and will not use or disclos. the FERPA Records except as (a) permitted or
required by this Agreement, (b) requir, d by law, or (c) otherwise authorized by School or
student in writing; (2) safeguard ;the FERPA Records according to commercially
reasonable administrative, physical and technical standards that are no less rigorous than
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the standards by which each party protects its own confidential information; and (3)
continually monitor its operations and take any action necessary to assure that the FERP
Records are safeguarded in accordance with the terms of this Agreement,
X. Interruption in Service: Either party shall be excused from any delay or failure in
performance hereunder caused by reason of any occurrence or contingency beyond its
reasonable control, including, but not limited to, acts of God, acts of wait; fire,
insurrection, labor disputed, riots earthquakes, or other acts or nature. The obligations
and rights so excused shall be extended on a day-to-day basis for the time period equal
to the period of such excusable interruption. In the event the interruption of a party's
performance continues for a period in excess of thirty (30) days, the other/party shall
have the right to terminate this Agreement upon ten (10) days' prior written notice to the
other party,
XL Assignment: Neither party shall assign their rights, duties, or obligations under this •
Agreement, either in whole or in part, without the prior written consent of the other
party.
XII. Severability If any provision of this Agreement is held to be illegal, invalid, or
unenforceable under present or future laws effective during the term hereof, such
provision shall be fully severable. This Agreement shall be construed and enforced as if
such illegal, invalid, or unenforceable provision had never been apart ofthe.Agreement,
and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and- effect unaffected by such
severance, provided that the severed provision(s) are not material to the overall purpose
and operation of this Agreement.
XIII. Waiver: Waiver by either party of any breach of any provision of this Agreement or
warranty or representation herein set forth shall be in y riting and not be construed as a
waiver of any subsequent breach of the same or any other provision. The failure to
exercise any right hereunder shall not operate as a y aiver of such right. All rights and
remedies provided for herein are cumulative,
XIV. Modifications and Amendments: This Agre fnent may be amended or modified at
any time by mutual written consent of the aut zorized representatives of all parties.
XV. GoverningLaw: This Agreement shall b governed in all respects bythe laws of the
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State of Florida. It is hereby agreed and , derstood that the venue of choice for legal
disputes shall be in Miami -Dade County, Florida.
XVI. Notices: All notice required under th))'sAgreement shall be deemed to have been fully
given when made in writing and delivered by; (i) personal delivery; (ii) deposit in the
United States mail, postage pre -paid, certified mail, return receipt request; or (iii)
overnight courier service, and add,essed as follows:
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City of Miami
Daniel J. Alfonso, City Manager
City of Miami
444 SW 2"d Avenue, 10th Floor
Miami, Florida 33130
With a copy to:
Victoria Mdndez
City Attorney
City of Miami
444 SW 2"d Avenue, 9th Floor/
Miami, Florida 33130
Miami Dade College
Rosa de la Torre, Contracts Manager/
Medical Campus_
Miami Dade College
950 N.W. 20th Street /
Miami, Florida 33127
With a copy to:
Mark Everett, Dean rr
School of Health Sciences 1!.
Medical Campus ' f'
Miami Dade College /
950 N.W. 20th Street 1
Miami, Florida 33127 ,,
5000 Role Models of Excellence Project,
Inc.
Dr. Theron A. Clark
Program Administrat r r
1450 NE 2"d Avenu , #227
Miami, Florida 33 2
305.995.2451
XVII. Use of Name: Neither party shall use the name of the•oiaher, in similar references to
the same without the prior written approval from an autyl?orized representative of that
party.
XVIII. Debarment: Parties represents and warrants that they and their representatives
(,officers and/or trustees, if applicable) are not: 1) currently excluded, debarred, or
disqualified by any federal governmental agency or program or otherwise ineligible
from receiving federal contracts or assistance; 2i present on the exclusion database
of the Office of the Inspector General or theovernment Services Administration;
or 3) convicted of a criminal offense related o the provision of health care or under
investigation for any of the above eircumstaaa€es.
XIX. Independent Contractors: The parties e,pressly intend that as to this Agreement, the
parties shall be independent contractors, lave no relationship other than the one created by
this Agreement, and shall not receive/any benefits other than those expressly proved
herein. Further, the parties expressly/intend that no agent, contractor, employee of one
party shall be deemed an agent, contractor, or employee of the other party.
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XX, Entire Agreement: This Agreement and the Exhibits contains all the terms and
conditions agreed upon by the parties regarding the subject matter of this agreement and !i
supersedes any prior agreements, oral or written, and all other communications between
the parties relating to such subject matter,
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Agreement has been executed by and on behalf of the parties
hereto on the dates indicated below,
ATTEST:
Todd Hannon
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGAL CORRECTNESS:
Victoria Mendez
City Attorney
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THE CITY OF MIAMI, a municipal•
Corporation of the State of Florida
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Daniel J. Alfonso
City Manager
APPROVED AS TO ,INSURANCE
REQUIREMENTS:
Ann -Marie;'harpe, Interim Director
Department' of Risk Management
DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF MIAMI DADE COLLEGE ("SCHOOL")
By: Date:
Armando Ferrer, President
Medical Campus
Attest: Approved as to form and legal sufficiency
By:
Rosa De La Torre, Carmen Dominguez,
Contracts Manager Legal Counsel
The 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project, inc, ("COMMUNITY PARTNER")
By: Date:
Authorized Officer
Attest:
Secretary
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EXHIBIT A
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS - AFFILIATION AGREEMENT —
5000 ROLE MODELS OF EXCELLENCE PROJECT, INC.
I, Commercial General Liability
A. Limits of Liability
Bodily Injury and Property Damage Liability
Each Occurrence $1,000,000
General Aggregate Limit $ 2,000,000
Personal and Adv. Injury $ 1,000,000
Products/Completed Operations $ 1,000,000
B. Endorsements Required
City of Miami listed as an additional insured
Miami Dade College listed as an additional insured
Primary and Non Contributory •
Contingent and Contractual Exposures
Premises and Operations Liability
II. Business Automobile Liability
A, Limits of Liability
Bodily Injury and Property Damage Liability
Combined Single Limit
Any Auto
Including Hired, Borrowed or Non -Owned Autos
Any One Accident • • $ 3'00,000
Endorsements Required
City of Miami listed as an additional insured
Miami Dade College Listed as an additional insured
III. Worker's Compensation
Limits of Liability
Statutory -State of Florida
Waiver of Subrogation
Employer's Liability
A. Limits of Liability
$500,000 for bodily injury caused by an accident, each accident
$500,000 for bodily injury caused by disease, each employee
$500,000 for bodily injury caused by disease, policy limit
IV. Professional Liability/Errors and Omissions Coverage
Combined Single Limit
Each Claim
General Aggregate Limit
Retro Date Included
$ 1,000,000
$ 2,000,000
The above policies shall provide the City of Miami with written notice of cancellation'or
material change from the insurer not less than (30) days prior to any such cancellation or
material change.
Companies authorized to do business in the State of Florida, with the following qualifications,
shall issue all insurance policies required above:
The company must be rated no less than "A" as to management, and no lel than "Class V"
as to Pinancial Strength, by the latest edition of Best's Insurance Guide, published by A.M.
Best Company, Oldwick, New Jersey, or its equivalent. All policies and /or certificates of
insurance are subject to review and verification by Risk Management prior to insurance
approval. i
REQUIREMENTS FOR MIAMI DADE COLLEGE:
General Liability Self -Insurance, subject to the provisions, limits and limitations of
Section 768,28, Florida Statutes, as may be amended.
II, Automobile Liability Self -Insurance, subject to the provisions, limits and limitations of
Section 768.28, Florida Statutes, as may be amended. f`
III. Workers' Compensation !I
A. Limits of Liability: Statutory - State of Florida '
IV, Employer's Liability
A. Limits ofLiability
$500,000 for bodily injury caused by ,an accident, each accident
$500,000 for bodily injury caused by/disease, each employee
$500,000 for bodily injury caused ,by disease, policy limit
V. Professional Liability/Malpractice Coverage
Each Claim
General Aggregate Limit
$1,000,000
$2,000,000
The above policies shall provide the City of Miami with written notice of cancellation or /
material change from the insurer not less than (30) days prior to any such cancellation on
material change,
Companies authorized to do business in the State of Florida, with the following qualihcati'ons,
shall issue all insurance policies required above:
The company must be rated no less than "A" as to management, and no less than
"Class V" as to Financial Strength, by the latest edition of Best's Insurance Guide, •
published by A.M. Best Company, Oldwick, New Jersey, or its equivalent. All policies
and /or certificates of insurance are subject to review and verification by Risk
Management prior to insurance approval,