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SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
July 27, 2023
THE SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST`
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
INTER -OFFICE COVER MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Christine King Date: July 27, 2023 File:
Members of the SEOPW CRA Board
Subject: 4/5ths Bid Waiver to Encouraging Dreamers
Breaking Barriers, LLC., in fiscal year 2023-
2024.
From: James McQueen References:
Executive Director
BACKGROUND:
Enclosures:
A Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Agency ("SEOPW CRA") by a four -fifths (4/5ths) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, ratifying,
approving, and confirming the Executive Director's recommendation and finding that competitive negotiation
methods and procedures are not practicable or advantageous pursuant to sections 18-85 and 18-86 of the code of
the City of Miami, Florida, as amended, as adopted by the SEOPW CRA; waiving the requirements for
competitive sealed bidding as not being practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA; authorizing the
allocation of grant funds in an amount not to exceed Seventy -Five Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($75,000)
("Funds"), to support Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC., is a Florida Limited Liability Company
("EDBB"). EDBB has requested funds from the SEOPW CRA for the EDBB All -Star Youth Escape Car Wash
Detail- Second Chance Initiative ("All Star Car Wash -Second Chance Initiative") to provide workforce training
and entrepreneurial opportunities to the residents within the Redevelopment Area.
JUSTIFICATION:
Section 2, Goal 4, of the 2018 Updated Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency Plan
Update (the "Plan") lists the "creat[ion] [of] jobs within the community" as a stated redevelopment goal.
Section 2, Principle 4, of the Plan provides "that employment opportunities be made available to existing residents
..." as a stated redevelopment principle.
163.370, Florida Statue Powers; Counties and Municipalities; Community Redevelopment Agencies. - (b) To
disseminate slum clearance and community redevelopment information.
FUNDING:
$75,000.00 allocated from SEOPW Tax Increment Fund, entitled "Other Grants and Aids" Account No.
10050.920101.883000.0000.00000.
FACT SHEET:
Company name: Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC.
Address: 1490 NW 3rd Ave., Suite 106, Miami, FL 33136
Number of participants: 5-10 participants
Funding request: $75,000.00
Age range of participants: 14-25 years old.
Scope of work or services (Summary): Provide workforce training and entrepreneurial opportunities to the
residents within the Redevelopment Area.
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE SOUTHEAS1
OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ("SEOPW CRA"), BY A
FOUR -FIFTHS (4/5THS) AFFIRMATIVE VOTE, AFTER AN ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARING,
RATIFYING, APPROVING, AND CONFIRMING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S
RECOMMENDATION AND FINDING THAT COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATION METHODS AND
PROCEDURES ARE NOT PRACTICABLE OR ADVANTAGEOUS PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 18-
85 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, AS ADOPTED BY THE
SEOPW CRA; WAIVING THE REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPETITIVE SEALED BIDDING AS NOT
BEING PRACTICABLE OR ADVANTAGEOUS TO THE SEOPW CRA; AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISPERSE FUNDS, AT HIS DISCRETION, ON A REIMBURSEMENT
BASIS OR DIRECTLY TO VENDORS, UPON PRESENTATION OF INVOICES AND
SATISFACTORY DOCUMENTATION, SUBJECT TO THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDING, FROM
THE GRANTS AND AIDS" ACCOUNT NO. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000, IN AN AGGREGATE
AMOUNT TO NOT EXCEED SIXTY-THREE THOUSAND DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS ($75,000)
("FUNDS") TO ENCOURAGING DREAMERS BREAKING BARRIERS, LLC. ("EDBB"), A
FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY TO ASSIST WITH the EDBB ALL-STAR
YOUTH ESCAPE CAR WASH DETAIL -SECOND CHANCE INITIATIVE IN FISCAL YEAR
2023-2024 ("PURPOSE"); FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO
NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT, INCLUDING ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS
NECESSARY, ALL IN FORMS ACCEPTABLE TO THE GENERAL COUNSEL; FOR THE
ALLOCATION OF THE FUNDS FOR THE PURPOSE STATED HEREIN; SUBJECT TO THE
AVAILABILITY OF FUNDING; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS, AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW
CRA") is a community redevelopment agency created pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, and is
responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities andprojects within its redevelopment area
in accordance with the 2018 Southeast Overtown/Park West Redevelopment Plan Update (the "Plan"); and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Goals 4 and 6 on page 11 of the Plan lists the "creation of jobs within the
community" and "improving the quality of life for residents" as stated redevelopment goals; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 6 on page 15 of the Plan lists the promotion of "local cultural
events, institutions, and businesses" as a stated redevelopment principle; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 6 on page 15 of the Plan provides that in order to "address and
improve the neighborhood economy and expand economic opportunities ofpresent and future residents and
businesses [,] ... [it is necessary to] support and enhance existing businesses and ... attract new businesses
that provide needed services and economic opportunities ... "; and
WHEREAS, the All -Star Detailing Services training and second -chance program ('Program") by
Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC ("EDBB") will provide on-the-job training, a robust
curriculum, and employment opportunities to residents in the Redevelopment Area who are interested in
entrepreneurship as it pertains to the vehicle servicing and detailing industry. Specifically, the Programwill
provide vehicle detailing services to the fleet of vehicles owned by the City of Miami. Through its City of
Miami Program, EDBB also intends to further develop its relationship with the City of Miami Police
Department and assist in bridging the gap and fostering a better relationship between the community and
the police department; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners fmds that authorizing this Resolution would further the
SEOPW CRA redevelopment goals and objectives; and
WHEREAS, based on the recommendation and findings of the Executive Director, it is in the
SEOPW CRA's best interest for the Board of Commissioners to authorize, by an affirmative four -fifths
(4/5ths) vote, a waiver of competitive sealed bidding procedures pursuant to Section 18-85 and 18-86 of
the Code of the City of Miami, Florida, as amended ("City Code"), as adopted by the SEOPW CRA, and
to authorize the Executive Director to negotiate and executive any and all agreements necessary, all in
forms acceptable to the General Counsel, with Encouraging DreamerBreaking Barriers, LLC. for provision
of grant funds in an amount not to exceed Seventy -Five Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($75,000) subject
to the availability of funds;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE
CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA:
Section 1. The recitals and findings contained in the Preamble to this Resolution are adopted
by reference and incorporated herein as if fully set forth in this Section.
Section 2. By a four -fifths (4/5th) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, the
Executive Director's recommendation and written findings that competitive negotiation methods and
procedures are not practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA, pursuant to Section 18-85 and 18-86
of the City Code, as adopted by the SEOPW CRA, and waiving the requirements for said procedures is
ratified, approved, and confirmed.
Section 3. The Executive Director is hereby authorized to disperse funds, at his discretion, on
a reimbursement basis or directly to vendors, upon presentation of invoices and satisfactory documentation
from the Grants and Aids" AccountNo. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000 for the Program at Encouraging
Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC.
Section 4. The Executive Director is authorized to negotiate and execute an agreement,
including any and all necessary documents, and all -in forms acceptable to the General Counsel, for said
purpose.
Section 5. Sections of this Resolution may be renumbered or re -lettered and corrections of
typographical errors which do not affect the intent may be authorized by the Executive Director, or the
Executive Director's designee, without need of public hearing, by filing a corrected copy of same with the
City Clerk.
Section 6. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.
SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
July 27, 2023
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
4/5ths RECOMMENDATION INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Board Chair Christine King
Members of the SEOPW CRA Board
Date: July 27, 2023 File:
Subject: Request to waive competitive sealed bidding
methods pursuant to City Code 18-85(a) for Encouraging
Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC.
1rom: James McQueen References:
Executive Director
Enclosures:
BACKGROUND:
A Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Agency ("SEOPW CRA") by a four -fifths (4/5ths) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, ratifying,
approving, and confirming the Executive Director's recommendation and finding that competitive negotiation
methods and procedures are not practicable or advantageous pursuant to sections 18-85 and 18-86 of the code of
the City of Miami, Florida, as amended, as adopted by the SEOPW CRA; waiving the requirements for
competitive sealed bidding as not being practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA; authorizing the
allocation of grant funds in an amount not to exceed Seventy -Five Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($75,000)
("Funds"), to support Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC., is a Florida not for profit corporation
("EDBB"). EDBB has requested funds from the SEOPW CRA for the EDBB All -Star Youth Escape Car Wash
Detail- Second Chance Initiative ("All Star Car Wash -Second Chance Initiative") to provide workforce training
and entrepreneurial opportunities to the residents within the Redevelopment Area.
RECOMMENDATION:
In light of the above stated, approval of a waiver of the formal requirements of competitive sealed bidding methods
as not being practicable or advantageous to the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Agency as set forth in the City Code of Ordinances, as amended, specifically Section 18-85 (A), and the
affirmation of these written findings and the forwarding the same to the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast
Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency by a four fifths vote is respectfully requested.
APPROVED
i/
ies McQueen, tes Executive Director
Christine King
Board Chair
James McQueen
Executive Director
Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Board of Commissioners ("Board") of the Southeast Overtown/ Park West Community Redevelopment Agenc ,
("SEOPW CRA") will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. or anytime thereafter in
the City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami, FL 33133. The
Board will consider the allocation of funding to Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC, to provide
workforce training and entrepreneurial opportunities to the residents within the Redevelopment Area.
In accordance with the SEOPW CRA 2018 Redevelopment Plan Update ("Plan") and Florida Statutes 163, the
Board will consider the allocation of funding, in an amount not to exceed Seventy -Five Thousand Dollars and
Zero Cents ($75,000) FOR All Star Car Wash -Second Chance Initiative.
Inquiries regarding this notice may be addressed to James McQueen, Executive Director, SEOPW CRA, at (305)
679-6800.
This action is being considered pursuant to Sections 18-85 (a) of the Code of the City of Miami, Florida as
amended ("Code"). The recommendation and findings to be considered in this matter are set forth in the proposed
*esolution and in Code Sections 18-85 (a), which are deemed to be incorporated by reference herein, and are
available as with the scheduled SEOPW CRA Board meeting on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. or
anytime thereafter in the City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami,
FL 33133.
All comments and questions with respect to the meeting and remote public participation should be addressed to
James McQueen, Executive Director, at 819 N.W. 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor, Miami Florida 33136 (305) 679-6800.
Should any person desire to appeal any decision of the Board with respect to any matter considered at this
meeting, that person shall ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, including all testimony and
evidence upon which any appeal may be based (F.S. 286.0105).
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accommodations to
participate in this proceeding may contact the Office of the City Clerk at (305) 250-5361 (Voice), not later than
two (2) business days prior to the proceeding. TTY users may call 711 (Florida Relay Service), not later than two
(2) business days prior to the proceeding.
(SEOPW CRA Seal)
Ad No.
Todd B. Hannon
Clerk of the Board
PROPOSED FUP DP G REQUEST
Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC
Project Nam.
I!DBB All -Star Youth Escape Car Wash Detail a Second Chance Initiative
Prepared For
The City of Miami SEOPW CRIB
Prepared By
Ijamyn Gray
Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC
1490 NW 3rd Avenue, Ste 106 I Miami, FL 33136
Tel: 786.317.7729
ijamyngray62@gmail.com
Submitted on
June 23', 2023
FACT SHEET
IWI *O WE ARE:
Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Ban-iers, LLC, was established in 2017. We are a for profit organization
currently located at 1490 NW 3rd Avenue, Suite 106, Miami, Florida 33136. This organization is founded
on removing barriers encountered among youth and young adults between the ages 14-25 living in the City
of Miami. Our mission is to provide mentorship while uniting the diverse cultures in underprivileged
communities by exposing them to entrepreneurship opportunities while educating them in life skills training
and promoting successful ways for maturing from an adolescent io a young adult.
We offer participation in our paid on the job training followed by job opportunities as well as
entrepreneurial opportunities for residents between the ages of 14-25, living in underprivileged
communities within the City of Miami- Our most current on the job paid training and job placement
opportunities are offered through our EDBB All -Star Youth Escape Car Wash Detail - Second Chance
Initiative, launched in August of 2021, amid the pandemic. Our carwash initiative has been successful in
improving the quality of life for our participants by offering many of them a second chance in becoming
productive citizens and assuring job placement after completion of their job training. Our mobile carwash
pop -ups have also allowed our participants to provide services at many community events and businesses
within the City of Miami. Our program has two components, since we cater to youth and young adults. we
have both a Work Force Training Program and a Youth Program. Below are the details of both
programs:
WORK FORCE PROGRAM:
After completion/graduation of our work force program, we assist our graduates entering the workforce by
offering them job placement opportunities within the car wash industry. We are currently in the process of
equipping all of our car detailing vehicles which will allow us to dispatch multiple teams of 5-7 workers
to different locations and on multiple contracts. Our program also offers entrepreneurship opportunities
where we teach participants how to become business owners and provide them with the necessary trainings
and tools they need to succeed. We have also partnered with Career Source and other organizations, mentors
and professionals who assist our participants with entering the workforce upon completion of our program.
We host and participate in networking events, hiring events and community events in order to expose our
participants to potential workforce opportunities. Although, our hope is for our participants to continue
working with us in the car wash industry and expand our services, we do understand that for many of them
this is just a steppingstone and so, we provide them with the opportunity to fulfill their dreams and teach
then how to break through any barriers that inay prevent them from doing so.
YOUTH PROGRAM:
Our Youth Program lakes place during the spring and summer breaks. Our secondary school participants
and college participants are given the opportunity to he a part of our program for one (1) week during Miami
Dade County Public School Spring Break and four (4) weeks during the Miami Dade County Public School
Summer Break. During this time. participants receive professional and soft skill trainings, group and one-
on-one mentorship and car wash detailing trainings. At the end of the spring break session
participants receive a stipend ranging between $150 - $200 (depending on the number of hours worked).
Since the summer break program is more intense and longer, each participant is compensated $15 per hour
for their participation.
W AY WE NEED:
We are pleased to submit this proposal for services to support our desire to build a relationship with the
City of Miami SEOPW CRA; and work in conjunction with the city achieving its redevelopment goals by
supporting a local standard car washing project. This project will enhance City of Miami residents by
providing jobs and a service within the local community, while improving the quality of life and promoting
entrepreneurship and technology innovations to its participants. in order to keep this effort ongoing, we are
seeking your monetary support in the amount of Seventy -Five Thousand Dollars ($75,000.00) to be used
to fund our car wash/mentorship initiative expenses. With your sponsorship we will he able to reach fifteen
to twenty young people living within the City of Miami SEOPW CRA area.
Our goal is to give the youth of today an opportunity to learn all the tools needed in becoming a successful
business -owner and-a-podtreti-ve citizen. We realize IRA all youth me suited for college alter grading
from high school. However, all youth can become productive citizens' by first earning and learning. With
your financial assistance this opportunity will continue to create jobs for our youth and give them a
responsibility geared towards earning an honest living. It will promote self worth and reduce the chances
of our participants from engaging in unproductive activities. I truly believe initiatives such as this is a
necessity throughout our unprivileged neighborhoods/ communities which ultimately empower our youth
to become self-sufficient productive citizens. The requested funds will be allocated as follows:
PROPOSED BUDGET OF SEOPW CRA FUNDS:
The Seventy -Five Thousand Dollars ($75.000.00) to be acquired from SEOPW will he used towards our
car wash and mentorship initiative expenses. With your sponsorship we will be able to reach ten (10) youth
living within the City of Miami.
Item
No.
Description
2
EMPLOYEEES/TRAINEES/CONTRACT MANAGER
FRINGE BENEFITS
3
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/AUDITING/BOOKKEEPING
4
WORKER'S COMPENSATION/INSURANCE
Line Total
$ 45,000.00
$ 3,000.00
$ 6,000.00
$ 3,500.00
5
EQUIPMENT/ STORAGE
$ 1,500.00
6
7
SUPPLIES (operational and office supplies)
MEALS
8
9
10
UNIFORMS
AUTOMOBILE GASOLINE
TRAINING CERTIFICATION
$ 2,000.00
$ 1,000.00
$ 2,500.00
$ 1,500.00
$ 2,000.00
11 BUSINESS CONFERENCE (this includes hotel and travel expenses)
infrastructure Request — EDBB is requesting the continued use of the
property located at 1490 NW 3'I Avenue lbr its services and mentorship
program
Total Budget
$ 7,000.00
WNY WE DEED ITS
We have seen the effects of our program and community engagements and the outcome has been
phenomenal thus far. 1 am a testimony of how programs such as this made a difference in my childhood.
With youth violence on the rise our organization is committed to providing job opportunities, mentorship,
and other trainings which teach life skills that focus on how to work through the many barriers that may
prevent our participants from succeeding. The requested funding is needed in order to assist with the
expenses associated with our program.
CONCLUSION:
Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC takes pride in caring for our employees; our customers, our
shareholders, and our environment. We hire dedicated employees who have similar values. We are a
customer -first establishment, and we provide all of our employees the opportunity to build everlasting
careers. EDBB All Star Youth Escape Detailing Services has created a working environment in the City of
Miami where employees can perform their best and strive to achieve his or her personal goals. Because of
our detailed training and safety program, we encourage our employees to dream big despite the barriers we
face.
We are confident that we can meet the challenges ahead and stand ready to partner with you in delivering
an effective, employee invested, and customer first solution.
Thank you for your consideration,
Ivir. ljamyn Gray, Founder
Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers. LLC
(EDBB All Stu Youth Escape Car Wash Detailing Services)
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INTERNATIONAL- DETAILING ASSOCIATION
2023 M ? BER
PRIOR YEAR PROJECT DELIVERABLES:
&
Staying true to our mission, we partnered with and supported local businesses to provide the
following services and incentives to our participants:
DELIVERABLES PROVIDED BY
Talent Acquisitions
• The hiring of 10-20 youth
and young adults within
the City of Miami
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youth volunteers during
Spring break 2023
(Spring Break Car wash Camp)
• The participation of 15
youth volunteers during
Summer break 2023
(Summer Break Car wash Camp)
On the job car detailing training
which includes International
Detailing Association Certification
Trainin a
Financial Literacy Classes
Mentorship and Life Skills
Trainings
Participation in community and
networking events such as:
Father and Son Football
Tournament, Thanksgiving
Turkey Drives, Local community,
EDBB Annual Christmas Wishlist
Evens
Career Source South Florida
and Referrals from Local
Businesses and Residents
Community Hiring Event
Community Hiring Event
Encouraging Dreamers
Breaking Barriers, LLC and
IDA Trainer
Regions Bank
Encouraging Dreamers
Breaking Barriers, LLC and
Guest S ;eakers
EDBB, INC (non-profit
organization) and Encouraging
Dreamers Breaking Barriers,
LLC, and other organizations
1 DATES Of DELIVERABLES
January 1 s1— December 31 s1, 2023
(Duration of Project)
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July 5th—July 2811, 2023
January 1 sl — December 31 st, 2023
(All employees are certified as car
specialists within six months)
January 1s1— December 31s1, 2023
(classes are conducted once a
month)
January 1s1 — December 31st, 2023
(trainings are conducted biweekly)
January 151— December 31st, 2023
(Participation is required at least
three times a month. The goal is to
improve social skills, increase self-
esteem and self-confidence and
promote a sense of fulfillment
through community engagements
and outreach initiatives)
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Office (706) 317-7729
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MONTHLY SCHEDULE:
MONTH PROJECT TIMELINE
January
2023
• Meeting with team daily
Detail cleaning of vehicles (residentsloc.a busing owners, and employees)
• International Detailing Association Certification Training
Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Soli Skills Trainings
• En ra_e in Communi Event — "Dr Martin Luther Kin Annual Parade"
February • Meeting with team daily
2023 • Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• International Detailing Association Certification Training
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
• Engage in Community Event — "EDBB Spreading Love on Valentine's Day"
March • Meeting with team daily
2023 • Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• International Detailing Association C'ertitication Training
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
• Engage in Community Event — "Father and Son Football 'Tournament" and
• Engage in Communi y Event — "Spring Break Youth Escape Car wash Cani
April
2073
May
2023
June
2023
• Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• international Detailing Association Certification Training
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
• Engage in Community Event — "Easter Egg Give Away Car wash Drive"
• Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• international Detailing Association Certification Training
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
• EDBB Annual Team Building Event — "Annual Car Wash Expo"
• Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• International Detailing Association C'ertification Training
• Cbmplele 13i-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
• Engage in Community Event — "Summer Break Youth Escape Car wash Camp"
,1
I July
2023
August
LUZ.1
September
2023
October
2023
November
2023
December
2023
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Office (766) 317-7729
Email. encouragingdreamers@Rmitil.com
• Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• international Detailing Association Certification Training
Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
Engaie in Community Event — "Summer Break Youth Escape continued"
Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRojeci Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• International Detailing Association Certification Training
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
En axe in Communit Event — "Back to School Youth Car wash Drive"
• Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• International Detailing Association Certification Training
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings or
• Engle in Community Event — "Teacher Planning Day Youth Car Wash" _
• Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• International Detailing Association Certification Training
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
• Engage in Community Event — "Trick or Treal Youth Car Wash Candy Drive"
• Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• international Detailing Association Certification Training
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
• Engage in Community Event — "Turkey Give -Away Youth Car Wash Drive"
• Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• international Detailing Association Certification Training
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
• Engage in Community Event — "EDBB Christmas Wishlist Toy Drive"
• Project Close-out
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PROPOSED 2023 COMMITMENTS
ORAGANIZATION AMOUNT
SEOPW-CRA --$ 7-5O9OEOO-
MAYOR API FUNDING $ 50,000.00
CARWASH REVENUE $ 25,000.00
DISTRICT 2 $ 25,000.00
CHILDREN'S TRUST $ 17,500.00
OMNI GRA $ 25,000.00
TOTAL PROPOSED COMMITMENTS $ 217,500.00
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Office (786) 317-7729
Email: encouragIgg,dreamersekmell,eom
EDBB Annual Signature Events
ED.Ba YQut
e Summer Camp,
Program
Growing up in an underprivileged community,
I understand the barriers many of our youth are
facing today. Our underserved communities are infested with gun violence, crime, and poverty.
Determined to make a positive difference and help change the narrative among our youth hence I
created, EDBB Allstars Detailing Services Summer Car Wash Camp. We hired twenty-five (25)
youth from different communities within City of Miami and Miami -Dade County to earn and learn
during a four -week program. The youth then, received on the job training from the EDBB carwash
team. They participated in several irainings during these weeks such as New Employee
Orientation, Money Management Tools, Positive Thinking, and Customer Service Skills. They
also received empowerment from community leaders and City of Miami Police staff. The youth
were taken on fieldtrips allowing them to be exposed to City of Miami and Miami -Dade
Commission Meetings, The Miami Dolphins Football
Training Camp, Community Pop -Up Events, and much
more. After completion of our four -week summer break
program each participate received a $15 per hour stipend
for the hours worked as well as volunteer hours. This
program was a success and a game changer for the youth
in our community. Our true mission was realized as these
youth were taught to always dream the impossible and
believe God will show them that all things are possible.
My Experience with The EDBB Allstars has been nothing
short of amazing. I have gained so much knowledge, met
important people and learned great car wash skills.
Working at the car wash and being able to work flexible
hours has been helpful for me while I am in college.
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1490 NW 34 Avenue, Ste 106
Miami F133136
Office (7130 317-7729
Email: encouragingdrearnersPgmall•com
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2022 - E.13. B.B; Youth,
Escape Spring Break
EDBB Allstars Detailing Services
spring break youth escape experience
was very inspiring and rewarding. We
hired twenty-five (25) youth from different communities within City of Miami and Miami -Dade
County to earn and learn for one week. At the beginning of the week the youth participated in
money management, positive thinking, and customer service trainings. Our true mission was
realized as these youth were taught to always dream the impossible and believe God will show you
that all things are possible. They learned the meaning of breaking barriers that they may face in
life and how not to use negative language like "but 1 can't" or "those white folks won't give inc a
chance", because these are all self-inflicted barriers we create. The youth then, received on the job
training from the EDBB carwash team. This gave me an opportunity to observe my team in action.
It was great to see the compassion and leadership skills shown towards these youth by my team.
Once trained on all car detailing positions the youth were divided into groups and assigned specific
jobs like, tire specialist, interior specialist. window specialist and vacuum specialist. Each youth
that completed the spring break training was compensated a $150 stipend and was taken out for a
celebration dinner at Golden Corral. This experience was beneficial for both the participants and
the EDBB team. It benefited all participants who successfully completed the spring break training
because they will he given the opportunity to participant in our 2022 Summer Carwash Youth
Escape Initiative, and it benefited the team because it better prepared them to operate the summer
program.
EMPLOYEE #
EDBB-8146
EDBB-0596
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1490 NW 34 Avenue, Ste 106
Miami Ft 33136
Office (786) 317-7729
Email: encourapingdreamersPgmail•corn
CURRENT PAYROLL REGISTER
EMPLOYEE NAME PAY RATE JOB TITLE /ASSIGMENT HIRE DATE
BETTS, TAVARIUS
GRAY, IJAMYN
$ 1,300.00 / Car Tech Specialist /
salary Supervisor
Specially: Car Finisher
10/27/2021
$2,0000.00 /
salary
Contract Manager
ADDRESS
1877 NW 42 STREET,
MIAMI, FL 33142
10/27/2021 1430 NW 72 STREET,
MIAMI, FL 33147, APT
201
EDBB-0535
GRAY, LADASHIA
EDBB-8070 GRAY, LATRAYA
cDBB-1482 HARRINGTON,
ALPHONSO
$15.00
Office Assistant
$15.00
$15.00
Training Coordinator
Car Tech Specialist /
Specialty: Exterior
EDBB-2832
EDBB-0664
HICKS, D'JOHN
$15.00
JOHNSON, ANTIWONE $$ 1,300.00
/ salary
EDBB-8205 POWELL, KANI
$15.00
Car Tech Specialist /
Specialty: Tire Cleaning
Car Tech Specialist /
Supervisor Specialty:
Interior Cleaning
Car Tech Specialist /
Specialty: Window
Cleaning
10/27/2021
1430 NW 72 STREET,
MIAMI, FL 33147, APT
201
01 /01 /2022
04/01/2023
24715 SW 1101h Ave
HOMESTEAD, FL 33032
1430 NW 72 STREET,
MIAMI, FL 33147, APT
103
01/10/2022
10/27/2021
02/19/2022
3303 GRAND AVE,
MIAMI, FL 33133
3520 S DOUGLAS RD,
MIAMI, FL 33133
774 NW 41 ST,
MIAMI. FL 33127
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Email: encouraglnadreamersdpgmail.com
YEAR-ROUND YOUTH TRAINEES
PLEASE NOTE: THESE YOUTH ARE IN SCHOOL AND CAN ONLY WORK DURING SCHOOL BREAKS AND NON -SCHOOL DAYS
EMPLOYEE #
EMPLOYEE NAME
PAY RATE
EDBB-7915
EDBB-8281
EDBB-1393
EDBB-6173
EDBB-8205
EDBB-3016
Brutus, Jonathan
Henry, Matthew
Jackson, Emeri
Murena, Elijah
Powell, Kani
Williams, Jason
$15.00
$15.00
$15.00
$15.00
$15.00
$15.00
JOB TITLE
Car Tech Specialist
Car Tech Specialist
Car Tech Specialist
Car Tech Specialist
Car Tech Specialist
Car Tech Specialist
SCHOOL
NAME
Booker T.
Washington
Senior High
Miami
Northwestern
Senior High
Law
Enforcement
Officers
Memorial High
School
Booker T.
Washington
Senior High
Miami
Northwestern
Senior High
Coral Gables
Senior High
ZIP CODE
33136
33147
33136
33147
33127
33133
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2023 - SPRING BREAK YOUTH ESCAPE PARTICIPANTS
NO.
2
YOUTH NAME
ID PROVIDED
Brutus, Jonathan
Cheeks, Zion
' Cunningham, Da'niya
DESIRED POSITION
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Car Technician
Florida ID
ZIP CODE SEOPW
CRA
I Resident
- 3313. i-
33136
Yes
Office Support
Cunningham, Destiny
5
Harrington, Alphonso
Florida ID
Office Support
33127
No
33127
No
6
Edwards, Pablo
Gray, Ijamyn Jr
Florida ID
Car Technician
Passport
Car Technician
Florida ID
Car Technician
8
Henry, Matthew
Florida ID
0
Jackson, Emeri
Birth Certificate
10
Mincy, Brandin
Birth Certificate
11
Murena, Elijah
Florida ID
Car Technician
33147
No
33147
No
33147
No
33147
Car Technician
Car Technician
33136
No
Yes
33147
No
Car Technician
12 Powell, Kani
13 Rodriguez, Tony
Florida ID
Florida ID
14
Thomas, Jamari
15
Williams, Jason
16
Young, Synard
School ID
Car Technician
Car Technician
33147
No
33127
No
33142
No
Car Technician
Florida ID
Florida ID
Car Technician
33147
No
Car Technician
33133
No
33150
No
***PLEASE NOTE ALL. PARTICIPANTS EARNING OVER $600.00/ PER YEAR RECEIVED A 1099 FORM
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2022 - SUMMER BREAK YOUTH ESCAPE PARTICIPANTS
YOUTH NAME
ID PROVIDED
DESIRED POSITION
Zip Code
SEOPW
CRA
Resident
1
Bonita, FMenei
Birth Certificate
Car Tech Specialist
33136
Yes
yes
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"33136—
3
Crockett, Douglas
Florida ID
Car Tech Specialist
33127
No
4
Cunningham, Da'niya
Birth Certificate
Office Support
33127
__
No
5
Cunningham, Destiny
Birth Certificate
Office Support
33127
No
6
Edwards, Monae
Florida ID
Field Support
33142
No
7
Glover, Donnell
Birth Certificate
Car Tech Specialist
33133
No
8
Golson, Tavon
Birth Certificate
Car Tech Specialist
33147
No
9
Golson, Thomas
Birth Certificate
Car Tech Specialist
33147
No
10 Hart, Bryon
Florida ID
Car Tech Specialist
33142
No
11
Jackson, Emeri
Schoo4 t0
Car Tech Specialist
_
33136
Yes
12
Lam, David
Florida 10
Car Tech Specialist
13136
Yes
13
Rodriguez, Tony
Florida ID
Car Tech Specialist
33142
No
14
Williams, Jason
Florida ID
Car Tech Specialist
33133
No
15
Willis, Kamora
Florida ID
Car Tech Specialist
33133
No
16
Young, Synard
Florida ID
Car Tech Specialist
33150
No
***PLEASE NOTE ALL PARTICIPANTS EARNING OVER $600.00/ PER YEAR RECEIVED A 1099 FORM
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1490 NW 3'd Avenue, Ste 106
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PRIOR YEAR PROJECT SUCCESS STOR WR
SUCCESS STORY NO. 1
Our first success story was finding my father Randy Hudnell. One day God asked me "how can I save the
world and forget about my own. With that though in mind I found my father who was homeless and on drugs
at the time. It was a challenge lookinO past him being an absent parent but with God's permission I was able
to forgive my father for his shortfall and offer him a life changing opportunity through employment with
Encouraging Dreamer's Breaking Barriers Allstars Detailing Service, Mr. Hudnell, now has a stable job as a
car tech specialist/record keeper, he has his own place and is no longer homeless. Our next mission is to
assist him with his dream of opening his own business of selling nutritious and delicious organic and natural
food and drinks. — ljamyn Gray, CEO of Encouras in, Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC
SUCCESS STORY NO. 2
The second success story is helping groom and mentor Antiwone Johnson, who has been a part of
Encouraging Dreamer's Breaking Barriers Allstars Detailing Service from its start. His dream is to someday
own his own security company. As a result of shadowing the owner of EDBB, Antiwone has learned the tools
needed to operate and manage his own business. He is now the proud owner of A3 Security Services, LLC,
which is another service provided under the EDBB umbrella.
ljamyn Gray, CEO of Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC
SUCCESS STORY NO. 3
Our third success story was the hiring of a young man name Robert Whittle. He was featured on a
documentary — Behind the Bars in Miami, where he was in Bootcamp after serving 5 1/2 years in prison. He
was released in June of 2021, and since his release from prison he has been employed by Encouraging
Dreamer's Breaking Barriers Allstars Detailing Service. As a result he now has a stable source of income,
has opened a bank account and has transformed his mind into being a model citizen and employee.
— Ijamyn Gray, CEO of Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC
SUCCESS STORY NO.4
The fourth success story is the hiring of over 20 youth from different communities and creating a safe haven
through our carwash youth escape initiative. These youth are learning the true meaning of "One Brother
One Hood". Each day they realize that this carwash is a life changing opportunity where we wash away our
past while waxing into a brighter future
— Ijamyn Gray, CEO of Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC
1 TRAINEES / CONTRACT MANAGER $ 237,000.00
ADMINISTRATION / AUDITING / $ 10,000.00
BOOKKEEPING
3 FRINGE BENEFITS $ 15,000.00
4 INSURANCE $ 6,000.00
5 STORAGE $ 5,000.00
BUSINESS CONFERENCE (travel
expenses, courses, etc.)
7 MEALS $ 2,500.00
8 UNIFORMS $ 6,000.00
9 OFFICE SUPPLIES $ 2,500.00
10 EQUIPMENT $ 2,500.00
11 OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES $ 2,500.00
12 GASOLINE EXPENSE (automobile and
equipment) $ 3,500.00
13 LICENSES/PERMITS $ 3,000.00
14 OFFICE SPACE $ 1,000.00
15 WORKER'S COMPENSATION $ 4,000.00
16 REPAIR & MAINTENANCE $ 2,000.00
INTERNATIONAL DETAILING
ASSOCIATION (IDA) CERTIFICATION
18 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EVENTS $ 2,500.00
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TOTAL PROJECT OPERATING BUDGET:
The total operating cost per year to effectively fund the carwash program is Three Hundred
Thirty -Thousand Dollars ($330.000.00). The following is a detailed line item per cost:
No. _ —
Description
No.
Line Total
6
17
$ 20,000.00
$ 5,000.00
Total Operating Budget $ 330,000.00
Balance —Remaining
After Commitment
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THANK YOU SEOPW CRC FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT„,,
SEOPW Board of Conunissioners Meeting
July 27, 2023
THE SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
INTER -OFFICE COVER MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Christine King Date: July 27, 2023 File:
Members of the SEOPW CRA Board
Subject: 4/5ths Bid Waiver to EyeUrbanTV.Com,
LLC.in fiscal year 2023-2024.
From: James McQueen References:
Executive Director
Enclosures:
BACKGROUND:
A Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Agency ("SEOPW CRA") by a four -fifths (4/5ths) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, ratifying,
approving, and confirming the Executive Director's recommendation and finding that competitive negotiation
methods and procedures are not practicable or advantageous pursuant to sections 18-85 and 18-86 of the code of
the City of Miami, Florida, as amended, as adopted by the SEOPW CRA; waiving the requirements for
competitive sealed bidding as not being practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA; authorizing the
allocation of grant funds in an amount not to exceed Ninety -Six Thousand Dollars and Zero cents ($96,000.00)
("Funds"), to support EyeUrbanTV.Com LLC, is a Florida limited liability corporation ("EUTV"). EUTV has
requested funds from the SEOPW CRA for support to produce an apprenticeship program and training operating
broadcasting software, cameras, scripting and theatrics, video logging, and editing ("EUTV Apprenticeship
Program") to provide apprenticeship opportunities to the residents within the Redevelopment Area.
JUSTIFICATION:
Section 2, Goal 4 of the 2018 Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Updated Plan (the
"Updated Plan") lists the "creati[on of] jobs within the community" as a stated redevelopment goal.
Section 2, Goal 5 of the Updated Plan lists the "[p]romotion and marketing of the community" as a stated
redevelopment goal.
Section 2, Principle 6 of the Updated Plan lists the promotion of "local cultural events. institutions, and
businesses", as a stated redevelopment principle.
Section 2, Principle 14 of the Updated Plan lists "restor[ing] a sense of community and unify[ing] the area
culturally" as a stated redevelopment principle.
163.370, Florida Statue Powers; Counties and Municipalities; Community Redevelopment Agencies. - (b) To
disseminate slum clearance and community redevelopment information.
FUNDING:
$96,000.00 allocated from SEOPW "Other Grants and Aids," Account No. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000.
FACT SHEET:
Company name: EyeUrbanTV.Com LLC
Address: 1490 N.W. 3'a Avenue, Suite 106 Miami, Florida 33136
Number of participants: 40 participants in total.
Funding request: $96,000.00
Age range of participants: 13 years old and up.
Scope of work or services (Summary): Assist Redevelopment Area Residents with apprenticeship opportunities
in the Internet Broadcasting field.
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE SOUTHEAST
OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ("SEOPW CRA"), BY A
FOUR -FIFTHS (4/5THS) AFFIRMATIVE VOTE, AFTER AN ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARING,
RATIFYING, APPROVING, AND CONFIRMING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S
RECOMMENDATION AND FINDING THAT COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATION METHODS AND
PROCEDURES ARE NOT PRACTICABLE OR ADVANTAGEOUS PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 18-
85 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, AS ADOPTED BY THE
SEOPW CRA; WAIVING THE REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPETITIVE SEALED BIDDING AS NOT
BEING PRACTICABLE OR ADVANTAGEOUS TO THE SEOPW CRA; AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISPERSE FUNDS, AT HIS DISCRETION, ON A REIMBURSEMENT
BASIS OR DIRECTLY TO VENDORS, UPON PRESENTATION OF INVOICES AND
SATISFACTORY DOCUMENTATION, SUBJECT TO THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDING, FROM
THE GRANTS AND AIDS" ACCOUNT NO. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000, IN AN AGGREGATE
AMOUNT TO NOT EXCEED NINETY-SIX THOUSAND DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS
($96,000.00) ("FUNDS") TO EYEURBANTV.COM LLC., A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY
COMPANY TO ASSIST WITH THE EUTV APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM IN FISCAL
YEAR 2023-2024 ("PURPOSE");FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO
NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT, INCLUDING ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS
NECESSARY, ALL IN FORMS ACCEPTABLE TO THE GENERAL COUNSEL; FOR THE
ALLOCATION OF THE FUNDS FOR THE PURPOSE STATED HEREIN; SUBJECT TO THE
AVAILABILITY OF FUNDING; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS, AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW
CRA") is a community redevelopment agency created pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, and is
responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its redevelopment area
in accordance with the 2018 Updated Southeast Overtown/Park West Redevelopment Plan Update (the
"Plan"); and
WHEREAS, EUTV will produce, promote and create media films to tell the rich history and culture
of the Overtown community. Broadcasting topics will include local news of businesses, organizations, and
events. EUTV will provide internships to explore specialized tools, teach broadcasting etiquette, and
develop hands-on real -world skills that can develop into a living -wage career. Over two hundred and fifty
thousand users can access various topics twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week through user-friendly
platforms.
WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 4 at page 10 of the Updated Plan lists the "creati[ on of] jobs within
the community" as a stated redevelopment goal; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 5 at page 10 of the Updated Plan lists the "[p ]romotion and marketing
of the community" as a stated redevelopment goal; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 6 at page 14 of the Updated Plan lists the promotion of "local
cultural events, institutions, and businesses", as a stated redevelopment principle; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 14 at page 15 of the Updated Plan lists "restor[ing] a sense of
community and unify[ing] the area culturally" as a stated redevelopment principle; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners finds that authorizing this Resolution would further the
SEOPW CRA redevelopment goals and objectives; and
WHEREAS, based on the recommendation and findings of the Executive Director, it is in the
SEOPW CRA's best interest for the Board of Commissioners to authorize, by an affirmative four -fifths
(4/5ths) vote, a waiver of competitive sealed bidding procedures pursuant to Section 18-85 and 18-86 of
the Code of the City of Miami, Florida, as amended ("City Code"), as adopted by the SEOPW CRA, and
to authorize the Executive Director to negotiate and executive any and all agreements necessary, all in
forms acceptable to the General Counsel, with EyeUrbanTV.Com LLC. for provision of grant funds in an
amount not to exceed Ninety -Six Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($96,000.00) subject to the availability
of funds;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE
CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA:
Section 1. The recitals and findings contained in the Preamble to this Resolution are adopted
by reference and incorporated herein as if fully set forth in this Section.
Section 2. By a four -fifths (4/5th) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, the
Executive Director's recommendation and written findings that competitive negotiation methods and
procedures are not practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA, pursuant to Section 18-85 and 18-86
of the City Code, as adopted by the SEOPW CRA, and waiving the requirements for said procedures is
ratified, approved, and confirmed.
Section 3. The Executive Director is hereby authorized to disperse funds, at his discretion, on
a reimbursement basis or directly to vendors, upon presentation of invoices and satisfactory documentation
from the Grants and Aids" Account No. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000 for the Program at
EyeUrbanTV.Com LLC.
Section 4. The Executive Director is authorized to negotiate and execute an agreement,
including any and all necessary documents, and all -in forms acceptable to the General Counsel, for said
purpose.
Section 5. Sections of this Resolution may be renumbered or re -lettered and corrections of
typographical errors which do not affect the intent may be authorized by the Executive Director, or the
Executive Director's designee, without need of public hearing, by filing a corrected copy of same with the
City Clerk.
Section 6. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.
SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
July 27, 2023
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
4/5ths RECOMMENDATION INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Christine King
Members of the SEOPW CRA Board
James McQueen
Executive Director
BACKGROUND:
Date: July 27, 2023 File:
Su' Request to waive competitive sealed bidding
methods pursuant to City Code 18-85(a) for
EyeUrbanTV.Com LLC.
enclosures:
A Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Agency ("SEOPW CRA") by a four -fifths (4/5ths) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, ratifying,
approving, and confirming the Executive Director's recommendation and finding that competitive negotiation
methods and procedures are not practicable or advantageous pursuant to sections 18-85 and 18-86 of the code of
the City of Miami, Florida, as amended, as adopted by the SEOPW CRA; waiving the requirements for
competitive sealed bidding as not being practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA; authorizing the
allocation of grant funds in an amount not to exceed Ninety -Six Thousand Dollars and Zero cents ($96,000.00)
("Funds"), to support EyeUrbanTV.Com LLC, is a Florida limited liability corporation ("EUTV"). EUTV has
requested funds from the SEOPW CRA for support for the production of an apprenticeship program and training
operating broadcasting software, cameras, scripting and theatrics, video logging, and editing ("EUTV
Apprenticeship Program") to provide apprenticeship opportunities to the residents within the Redevelopment
Area.
RECOMMENDATION:
In light of the above stated, approval of a waiver of the formal requirements of competitive sealed bidding methods
as not being practicable or advantageous to the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Agency as set forth in the City Code of Ordinances, as amended, specifically Section 18-85 (A), and the
affirmation of these written findings and the forwarding the same to the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast
Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency by a four fifths vote is respectfully requested.
APPROVED
kt les McQueen, Executive Director
Christine King
Board Chair
James McQueen
Executive Director
Southeast OvertownlPark West Community Redevelopment Agency
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Board of Commissioners ("Board") of the Southeast Overtown/ Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
("SEOPW CRA") will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. or anytime thereafter in
the City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami, FL 33133. The
Board will consider the allocation of funding to EyeUrbanTV.Com LLC ("EUTV"), for the EUTV Apprenticeship
Program ("Program") and training opportunities for the residents within the Redevelopment Area.
In accordance with the SEOPW CRA 2018 Redevelopment Plan Update ("Plan") and Florida Statutes 163, the
Board will consider the allocation of funding, in an amount not to exceed Ninety -Six Thousand Dollars and Zero
cents ($96,000.00) the EUTV Program will provide broadcasting training.
Inquiries regarding this notice may be addressed to James McQueen, Executive Director, SEOPW CRA, at (305)
679-6800.
This action is being considered pursuant to Sections 18-85 (a) of the Code of the City of Miami, Florida as
amended ("Code"). The recommendation and findings to be considered in this matter are set forth in the proposed
-esolution and in Code Sections 18-85 (a), which are deemed to be incorporated by reference herein, and are
available as with the scheduled SEOPW CRA Board meeting on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. or
anytime thereafter in the City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami,
FL 33133.
All comments and questions with respect to the meeting and remote public participation should be addressed to
James McQueen, Executive Director, at 819 N.W. 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor, Miami Florida 33136 (305) 679-6800.
Should any person desire to appeal any decision of the Board with respect to any matter considered at this
meeting, that person shall ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, including all testimony and
evidence upon which any appeal may be based (F.S. 286.0105).
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accommodations to
participate in this proceeding may contact the Office of the City Clerk at (305) 250-5361 (Voice), not later than
two (2) business days prior to the proceeding. TTY users may call 711 (Florida Relay Service), not later than two
(2) business days prior to the proceeding.
(SEOPW CRA Seal)
Ad No.
Todd B. Hannon
Clerk of the Board
THE OVERVIEW
EYE URBAN TV is a Internet Broadcasting Corporation that Specializes in Media Production and Content
Creation. We own and manage a VOD Channel which allows us to host various types of content from
community interviews to full length feature films. The Eye Urban TV App is available on Firestick, Apple
TV, Roku TV and all Android and iOS Devices.
PRODUCTION STUDIO
Our 700+ Square Foot production facility will allow for us to broadcast/stream LIVE content to our VOD
channels, as well as provide a facility to host and train individuals participating in in Apprenticeship
Program.
OUR GOAL
Our goal for 2023/24 is to increase our media production and content creation capabilities by training
local individuals in the areas of Internet Broadcasting, Content Creation and Media Production and
provide a certificate of skills upon completion of the apprenticeship program.
PROJECTED OPERATIONS
We will be providing established and start-up businesses with media production and advertising on our
VOD channel, FREE or a reduced community rate. We will also be consulting and working with multiple
community partners enhance to enhance media exposure for the Overtown Business corridor
DEMOGRAPHIC/AUDIENCE
Our footprint is organic. Built over the years we have garnered vast global viewership. This diversity
grants future growth in global viewership which converts to local income from advertising.
Daily Average Geography of Viewership
United States J Jamaica I United Kingdom
1,939 759 256
Daily Average Ages of Viewership
Canada
Haiti
49
46
Barbados
22
25-34 _
6.6%
35-44
13%
45-54
28.3%
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Facebook
1 Views: 3,708
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Men: 30%
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Eye Urban TV provides a creative environment for our apprentice to train in basic media production and
allow creative expression to develop from concept to final render. We have trained and sub -contracted
with many individuals throughout the metro area and have conducted media production workshops
with kids residing in our immediate community. During our 12 year tenure we have Trained over 75
individuals in Media Production and Content Creation in the areas of: Camera Operation; Scripting and
Theatrics, Video Logging and Editing along with current Internet broadcasting techniques and operating
systems. Most are still sub -contracted by EUTV for media services and host their own broadcasted
shows.
PRICING AND SERVICES
We offer community rates to improve community equity. EYE URBAN TV host a niche content portfolio
which features:
Ads for monetization
Interviews and Infomercials
Tailored content and NEW Show Ideas
Music Videos and Live Performances
Local, National and International Movies
Web Series —Taping Production & Hosting Content
Sunday Sermons & Video Obituaries
APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM and TRAINING
APPRENTICESHIP — Sept 4, 2023, to Dec 4, 2023
Apprentice will work hands on a learn to operate the EUTV broadcasting software and platform.
We intend on doing this by engaging community partners such as Overtown Optimist, Touching Miami
with Love, Overtown Youth Center, and Urgent Inc and forming collaborative works and trainings in
Internet Broadcasting, Media Production and Content Creation. This will culminate in our yearly Urban
Soul Experience event held during Art Basel.
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strategic alignment. Our task here will be to engage apprentices to produce a PSA for the community.
April — June 2024 will be a focus on businesses within the business corridor and providing 30 second
commercials for all businesses within the SEOPW CRA Boundaries. These commercials will be ads on our
media channel which will play before, after and during content viewing.
We will also hire local sub -contractors to engage in a very vigorous marketing campaign utilizing various
tactics like PR, social media ads, event coverage, and digital, publication and radio advertising to
increase brand exposure and reach our target audience effectively. To date we have retained
Brand2Brand Marketing and South Promos to assist with these efforts.
CURRICULUM
Introductory Course/Tentative Deeper Dive
Each Course
30 days, 4 weeks, 16 hours of touchpoints
Foundations: Internet Protocols (Course 1)
Week 1- Setting up the Broadcast: location (physical v. virtual), Equipment: camera/ webcam types
(HDMI or USB)
Week 2- System capability/*Ping test (Home compatibility)
Week 3-Broadcasting platforms: Facebook, Youtube, Instagram Live,
Week 4-Broadcasting platforms: Youstream, Lightcast, Brightcove (hosting platforms) podcasts,
encryption
Media Production (Course 2)
Week 5-Camera operations: basic settings and operations, mediums to record (insert graphics/videos) &
*Camera preferences: Cannon, Nikon, Sony (Did You Know?)
Week 6- Lighting, camera technique, angles
Week 7- Script writing, creative captions, expressive acting, editing.
Week 8- Camera & equipment maintenance (camera stabilizers), etiquette, & understanding of product
value, 3-point camera angle
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2023 Studio Operations & Apprenticeship Activation Budget
Media Production Facilitation
$23,000.00
Apprentice and Instructor Stipends
$40,000.00
Lightcast Platform
$18,000.00
Marketing & Public Relations
$9,000.00
Broadcasting Internet
$3,600.00
Utilities
$2,700.00
TOTAL AOUNT REQUESTED
$96,300.00
BUDGET JUSTIFICATION
Media Production/Facilitation — This line Item will finance the Overall Facilitation of the studio and
apprenticeship directed by Andre "Soul" Williams CEO of EYE URBAN TV.COM, LLC and it will also serve
as an executive director stipend.
The Program Facilitator will also be functioning as an instructor for the 15i course and Introduction of the
program.
Apprentice and Instructor Stipend — Each Participant will receive $50 per week for a completed week of
training. (Max 10 participants per session). This will provide an incentive to participate and allow
participants to invest in software and hardware items they will need.
Training Instructors stipend will be accredited to instructors.
Breakdown: There will be 1 instructor scheduled to instruct 1 time per week, per course. (Example:
Course 2 Media Production weeks 5-8 an instructor will come once during each of those weeks to
instruct in the course). Each Instructor will receive up to $250 a week for their participation.
Total - $1000 a month = $12,000 for the year.
Lightcast Platform — The platform is the actual app hosting platform that allows us to host our content.
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integration, subscription set-up (which will monetize our efforts) and Pay -Per -View. We have a 24hr
service manager/team that coaches and counsels on how to g.et maximum usage for our ap..p and assist
us in troubleshooting any broadcasting issues.
Marketing & Public Relations — It will be imperative to market the app and promote it to garner as many
base subscriptions and end users as possible. We will engage and work closely with local PR Specialists
and marketing firms that will allow us to increase our visibility and footprint. From printed flyers to
digital ad placement on platforms such as Spotify, Yahoo Ads and Amazon Ads.
Broadcasting Internet — We currently have a specialized Internet service that allows you to
upload/stream with little to no latency. This service is provided by comcast and is imperative to the
streaming service of our application. It also serves up with pertinent crypted security which protects us
from Malware a Phishing.
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SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
July 27, 2023
THE SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
INTER -OFFICE COVER MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Christine King Date: July 27, 2023 File:
Members of the SEOPW CRA Board
Subject: 4/5ths Bid Waiver to Hospitality Employees
Advancement and Training, Inc.in fiscal year
2023-2024.
From: James McQueen References:
Executive Director
Enclosures:
BACKGROUND:
A Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Agency ("SEOPW CRA") by a four -fifths (4/5ths) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, ratifying,
approving, and confirming the Executive Director's recommendation and finding that competitive negotiation
methods and procedures are not practicable or advantageous pursuant to sections 18-85 and 18-86 of the code of
the City of Miami, Florida, as amended, as adopted by the SEOPW CRA; waiving the requirements for
competitive sealed bidding as not being practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA; authorizing the
allocation of grant funds in an amount not to exceed Two -Hundred Thousand Dollars and Zero cents
($200,000.00) ("Funds"), to support Hospitality Employees Advancement and Training, Inc., is a Florida non-
profit corporation ("HEAT"). HEAT has requested funds from the SEOPW CRA for continued support for the
hospitality and culinary arts training program located in the Overtown Performing Arts Center, 1074 N.W. 3`d
Avenue, Miami, FL ("Hospitality and Culinary Arts Training Program") to provide high -quality, soft skills and
vocational training while proving union -affiliated employment opportunities to the residents within the
Redevelopment Area.
JUSTIFICATION:
Section 2, Goals 4 and 6, of the 2018 Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency Plan
Update ("Plan") lists the "creati[on of] jobs within the community" and "improving the quality of life for residents"
as stated redevelopment goals.
Section 2, Principle 4, of the Plan provides "that employment opportunities be made available to existing residents
..." as a stated redevelopment principle.
163.370, Florida Statue Powers; Counties and Municipalities; Community Redevelopment Agencies. - (b) To
disseminate slum clearance and community redevelopment information.
FUNDING:
$200,000.00 allocated from SEOPW Tax Increment Fund, entitled "Other Grants and Aids" Account No.
10050.920101.883000.0000.00000.
FACT SHEET:
Company name: Hospitality Employees Advancement and Training, Inc.
Address: 871 N.W. 167th Street Miami, Florida 33169
Number of participants: Targeting 90 participants
Funding request: $200,000.00
Age range of participants: 18 years old and over.
Scope of work or services (Summary): Provide high -quality, soft skills and vocational training while providing
union -affiliated employment opportunities to the residents within the Redevelopment Area.
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE SOUTHEAST
OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ("SEOPW CRA"), BY A
FOUR -FIFTHS (4/5THS) AFFIRMATIVE VOTE, AFTER AN ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARING,
RATIFYING, APPROVING, AND CONFIRMING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S
RECOMMENDATION AND FINDING THAT COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATION METHODS AND
PROCEDURES ARE NOT PRACTICABLE OR ADVANTAGEOUS PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 18-
85 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, AS ADOPTED BY THE
SEOPW CRA; WAIVING THE REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPETITIVE SEALED BIDDING AS NOT
BEING PRACTICABLE OR ADVANTAGEOUS TO THE SEOPW CRA; AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISPERSE FUNDS, AT HIS DISCRETION, ON A REIMBURSEMENT
BASIS OR DIRECTLY TO VENDORS, UPON PRESENTATION OF INVOICES AND
SATISFACTORY DOCUMENTATION, SUBJECT TO THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDING, FROM
THE GRANTS AND AIDS" ACCOUNT NO. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000, IN AN AGGREGATE
AMOUNT TO NOT EXCEED TWO -HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS
($200,000.00) ("'FUNDS") TO HOSPITALITY EMPLOYEES ADVANCEMENT AND
TRAINING, INC., A FLORIDA NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION TO ASSIST WITH THE
HOSPITALITY AND CULINARY ARTS TRAINING PROGRAM IN FISCAL YEAR 2023-
2024 ("PURPOSE"); FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE
AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT, INCLUDING ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY, ALL
IN FORMS ACCEPTABLE TO THE GENERAL COUNSEL; FOR THE ALLOCATION OF THE
FUNDS FOR THE PURPOSE STATED HEREIN; SUBJECT TO THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDING;
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW
CRA") is a community redevelopment agency created pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, and is
responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its redevelopment area
in accordance with the 2018 Updated Southeast Overtown/Park West Redevelopment Plan Update (the
"Plan"); and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 4, on page 11 of the Plan lists the "creati[on of] jobs within the
community" as a stated redevelopment goal; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 6, on page 11 of the Plan also lists "improving the quality of life for
residents" as a stated redevelopment goal; and ,
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 4, on page 14 of the Plan provides "that employment opportunities
be made available to existing residents ... " as a stated redevelopment principle; and
WHEREAS, the Grantee developed Hospitality Employees Advancement and Training, Inc., a
non-profit hospitality and culinary arts training program for those residents of the Redevelopment Area
who are seeking new careers in the hospitality industry and those who want to improve their skills for career
advancement (the "Program"); and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners finds that authorizing this Resolution would further the
SEOPW CRA redevelopment goals and objectives; and
WHEREAS, based on the recommendation and findings of the Executive Director, it is in the
SEOPW CRA's best interest for the Board of Commissioners to authorize, by an affirmative four -fifths
(4/5ths) vote, a waiver of competitive sealed bidding procedures pursuant to Section 18-85 and 18-86 of
the Code of the City of Miami, Florida, as amended ("City Code"), as adopted by the SEOPW CRA, and
to authorize the Executive Director to negotiate and executive any and all agreements necessary, all in
forms acceptable to the General Counsel, with Hospitality Employees Advancement and Training, Inc. for
provision of grant funds in an amount not to exceed Two -Hundred Thousand Dollars and Zero cents
($200,000.00) subject to the availability of funds;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE
CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA:
Section 1. The recitals and findings contained in the Preamble to this Resolution are adopted
by reference and incorporated herein as if fully set forth in this Section.
Section 2. By a four -fifths (4/5`h) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, the
Executive Director's recommendation and written findings that competitive negotiation methods and
procedures are not practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA, pursuant to Section 18-85 and 18-86
of the City Code, as adopted by the SEOPW CRA, and waiving the requirements for said procedures is
ratified, approved, and confirmed.
Section 3. The Executive Director is hereby authorized to disperse funds, at his discretion, on
a reimbursement basis or directly to vendors, upon presentation of invoices and satisfactory documentation
from the Grants and Aids" Account No. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000 for the Program at Hospitality
Employees Advancement and Training, Inc.
Section 4. The Executive Director is authorized to negotiate and execute an agreement,
including any and all necessary documents, and all -in forms acceptable to the General Counsel, for said
purpose.
Section 5. Sections of this Resolution may be renumbered or re -lettered and corrections of
typographical errors which do not affect the intent may be authorized by the Executive Director, or the
Executive Director's designee, without need of public hearing, by filing a corrected copy of same with the
City Clerk.
Section 6. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.
SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
July 27, 2023
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
4/5ths RECOMMENDATION INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Christine King
Members of the SEOPW CRA Board
Date: July 27, 2023 File:
Subject: Request to waive competitive sealed bidding
methods pursuant to City Code 18-85(a) for Hospitality
Employees Advancement and Training, Inc.
From: James McQueen References:
Executive Director
Enclosures:
BACKGROUND:
A Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Agency ("SEOPW CRA") by a four -fifths (4/5ths) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, ratifying,
approving, and confirming the Executive Director's recommendation and finding that competitive negotiation
methods and procedures are not practicable or advantageous pursuant to sections 18-85 and 18-86 of the code of
the City of Miami, Florida, as amended, as adopted by the SEOPW CRA; waiving the requirements for
competitive sealed bidding as not being practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA; authorizing the
allocation of grant funds in an amount not to exceed Two -Hundred Thousand Dollars and Zero cents
($200,000.00) ("Funds"), to support Hospitality Employees Advancement and Training, Inc., is a Florida non-
profit corporation ("HEAT"). HEAT has requested funds from the SEOPW CRA for continued support for the
hospitality and culinary arts training program located in the Overtown Performing Arts Center, 1074 N.W. 3'
Avenue, Miami, FL ("Hospitality and Culinary Arts Training Program") to provide high -quality, soft skills and
vocational training while proving union -affiliated employment opportunities to the residents within the
Redevelopment Area.
RECOMMENDATION:
In light of the above stated, approval of a waiver of the formal requirements of competitive sealed bidding methods
as not being practicable or advantageous to the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Agency as set forth in the City Code of Ordinances, as amended, specifically Section 18-85 (A), and the
affirmation of these written findings and the forwarding the same to the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast
Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency by a four fifths vote is respectfully requested.
APPROVED
J es McQueen, Executive Director
Christine King
Board Chair
James McQueen
Executive Director
Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Board of Commissioners ("Board") of the Southeast Overtown/ Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
("SEOPW CRA"I will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. or anytime thereafter in
the City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami, FL 33133. The
Board will consider the allocation of funding to Hospitality Employees Advancement and Training, Inc., to
provide high -quality, soft skills and vocational training while proving union -affiliated employment opportunities to
the residents within the Redevelopment Area.
In accordance with the SEOPW CRA 2018 Redevelopment Plan Update ("Plan") and Florida Statutes 163, the
Board will consider the allocation of funding, in an amount not to exceed Two -Hundred Thousand Dollars and
Zero cents ($200,000.00) for the Hospitality and Culinary Arts Training Program.
Inquiries regarding this notice may be addressed to James McQueen, Executive Director, SEOPW CRA, at (305)
679-6800.
This action is being considered pursuant to Sections 18-85 (a) of the Code of the City of Miami, Florida as
amended ("Code"). The recommendation and findings to be considered in this matter are set forth in the proposed
.esolution and in Code Sections 18-85 (a), which are deemed to be incorporated by reference herein, and are
available as with the scheduled SEOPW CRA Board meeting on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. or
anytime thereafter in the City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami,
FL 33133.
All comments and questions with respect to the meeting and remote public participation should be addressed to
James McQueen, Executive Director, at 819 N.W. 2"d Avenue, 3rd Floor, Miami Florida 33136 (305) 679-6800.
Should any person desire to appeal any decision of the Board with respect to any matter considered at this
meeting, that person shall ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, including all testimony and
evidence upon which any appeal may be based (F.S. 286.0105).
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accommodations to
participate in this proceeding may contact the Office of the City Clerk at (305) 250-5361 (Voice), not later than
two (2) business days prior to the proceeding. TTY users may call 711 (Florida Relay Service), not later than two
(2) business days prior to the proceeding.
(SEOPW CRA Seal)
Ad No.
Todd B. Hannon
Clerk of the Board
Hospitality Employee Advancement & Training Inc.
871 NW 167th Street
Miami, FL 33169
June 26, 2023
James McQueen
Interim Executive Director
Southeast Overtown/Park West Communit, Redevelopment A;encv
819 NW 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor
Miami, Florida 33136
Re: FY'24 HEAT Cover Letter to Continue Partnership Training Hospitality Applicants for Good Culinary Jobs
Dear Mr. McQueen:
Thank you for the opportunity to submit a proposal to continue our partnership with the CRA to
provide culinary skills training to Overtown residents and hospitality employees. This letter will serve as
a summary of the attached proposal.
Hospitality Employees Advancement and Training, Inc. (HEAT) is a non-profit which provides
culinary and hospitality training in partnership with UNITE HERE Local 355, union hospitality employers
in South Florida, and the Overtown CRA. HEAT conducts culinary skills training at the Overtown
Performing Arts Center kitchen. What makes HEAT's program unique is that HEAT tailors its training to
meet the needs of participating employers and assists graduates with job placement in union jobs that
provide free family health insurance, good wages, a pension, and recall rights after layoffs, a particularly
important benefit during recovery from the pandemic. There is no cost for Overtown residents and
employees of contributing employers to attend training classes.
In the following proposal, HEAT is requesting $200,000 for fiscal year 2024 to fund student
recruitment, culinary instruction, and cooking supplies for a year of culinary courses. Details are in the
proposal budget.
HEAT is a start-up training program that began in the Fall of 2018 and has conducted eight, 8-
week classes for line cooks. Since the beginning of the program, there have been 76 students graduated
from our Culinary Program.
However, more recently, HEAT conducted a series of five chef classes between March 2022 and
March 2023, and successfully graduated a total of 39 students. Out of these graduates, 20% were
residents of Overtown, while 52% lived in District 5. Almost all the students were able to secure
employment soon after graduating, with 83% of them landing union jobs with our partner employers.
These union jobs offer various benefits such as free family health insurance, decent wages,
pension plans, and recall rights that proved to be particularly crucial during the ongoing pandemic
recovery phase.
Examples of Overtown residents include Michelle Phillips, an Overtown resident who attended
class while her husband was in a coma, graduated and was profiled by the Miami Herald upon
graduation and after a year on the job at the Fontainebleau; Gina Antoine, an Overtown native with six
children who started work the day of graduation at Marlins as Concession Cook; and Elijah Drinks —
Covenas, Overtown native who was unemployed for over a year, who was hired as a Premium cook at
Marlins upon graduation, the highest level cook.
HEAT was approved by the Board of the CRA for a budget of $200,000 for fiscal 2023-2024 in
Resolution CRA-R-22-0011. We request approval to reauthorize that grant amount in fiscal 2023-2024.
Our budgeted expenses include personnel costs for the culinary instructor and outreach
coordinator, cooking materials such as consumables, uniforms, small wares, sanitation, and knife sets
for graduating students, as well as insurance costs.
HEAT will initiate the process of establishing and launching its latest course offering,
housekeeping. During April, Mr. McQueen presented us with a potential area that can be utilized to
provide training for individuals seeking employment in a highly demanded field.
As South Florida is slowly coming out of the wake of pandemic employment changes, hospitality
employers are facing shortages of skilled workers, especially cooks, and other job classifications such as
housekeepers. In collaboration with the SEOCRA, HEAT can continue providing a heightened
opportunity to train and place Overtown residents in these high -quality jobs as we resume classes. We
look forward to continuing our partnership with your team, and to providing any additional information
that will assist you in this process.
I can be reached at fared@heatnonprofit.org or 217-622-8007.
Sincerely,
rGuri^nley
Jared Thornley
Executive Director, HEAT
Hospitality Employee Advancement & Training Inc.
871 NW 167th Street
Miami, FL 33169
heats unitehere.org
HEAT Training Center Proposal to Southeast Overtown/Park West
Community Redevelopment Agency
June 26, 2023
Contact: Jared Thornley, Executive Director 217-622-8007
Background: The Hospitality Employees Advancement and Training, Inc. (HEAT) is the non-profit training center
affiliated with UNITE HERE Local 355. HEAT provides educational and training opportunities, employer and
employee outreach, and job placement services to support current and future hospitality industry employees
and their employers. HEAT has entered a partnership with hotels, casinos, stadiums, and airport food service
and retail stores in South Florida to help build a skilled hospitality industry workforce for the present and the
future, and with the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency to train residents for
good, union hospitality jobs.
HEAT conducts culinary skills training and is developing a series of hospitality job training programs to develop
or enhance the skills and education of incumbent and prospective hotel and hospitality industry employees.
HEAT also conducts outreach programs to publicize its training and class offerings and surveys Participating
Employers' employment needs. Upon completion of each class, HEAT assists with job placement for Participants
who complete HEAT classes.
There is no cost for residents of Overtown/Park West and employees of contributing employers to attend
sponsored classes.
Rationale: HEAT was created to provide high -quality, soft -skill, and vocational training to low-income residents
of South Florida in an effort to place these residents in union -affiliated employment that includes good wages,
free family health insurance, and a pension. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, South Florida's hospitality
workers need help now more than ever. HEAT has not only provided training for future employment but also
much -needed aid during the extended layoffs that resulted from the almost complete shutdown of the
hospitality industry in 2020.
Employment changes caused by the pandemic have created significant shortages for hospitality employers of
skilled workers, especially cooks, providing a heightened opportunity to train and place Overtown residents in
good, union jobs.
Benefits: HEAT provides benefits to employers, union, workers, and the community. Employers are seeking a
high -skilled workforce that is not only able to do the work, but also show up on time, provide leadership,
function well in a team setting, and excel in a fast -paced and customer -focused environment. HEAT and Local
355 strive to provide their members work in a positive environment with opportunities to move up the career
ladder. HEAT's ability to match training of applicants to employer needs brings concrete hospitality job
opportunities to communities through our partnership with the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community
Redevelopment Agency. Workers and the community are best served when businesses are doing well, workers
feel good about their employment and receive promotions, and contribute financially and otherwise to their
community through good wages and benefits.
Next Steps: HEAT is eager to take the lessons learned in the four culinary training classes we have operated and
elevate our programs into U.S. Department of Labor (US DOL) registered Apprenticeships. Once HEAT's Culinary
Apprenticeship is registered by the U.S. DOL, we will add new classes to our curriculum, including more
advanced culinary classes, guest room attendant training, and training in lucrative tipped positions including
banquet server and bartender. In addition, HEAT will conduct classes in customer service, vocational English for
speakers of other languages, and interviewing skills.
Proposal Budget: (budget attached)
• Fiscal 2023-24: $200,000
HEAT was approved by the Board of the CRA for a budget of $200,000 for fiscal 2023-2024 in Resolution CRA-R-
22-0011. We request approval to reauthorize that grant amount in fiscal 2023-2024.
Our budgeted expenses include personnel costs for the culinary instructor and outreach coordinator, cooking
materials such as consumables, uniforms, small wares, sanitation, and knife sets for graduating students, as well
as insurance costs.
Graduates:
Heat conducted a series of five chef classes between March 2022 and March 2023, and successfully graduated a
total of 39 students. Out of these graduates, 20% were residents of Overtown, while 52% lived in District 5.
Almost all the students were able to secure employment soon after graduating, with 83% of them landing union
jobs. These union jobs offer various benefits such as free family health insurance, decent wages, pension plans,
and recall rights that proved to be particularly crucial during the ongoing pandemic recovery phase.
Previous examples of Overtown residents who were hired include Michelle Phillips, an Overtown resident who
attended class while her husband was in a coma, graduated, and was profiled by the Miami Herald upon
graduation and after a year on the job at the Fontainebleau
httpsj/www.miamiherald.cominewsrbusiness/articJe237577134.html; Gina Antoine, an Overtown native with
six children who started work the day of graduation at Marlins as Concession Cook; and Elijah Drinks-Covenas,
Overtown native who was unemployed for over a year, who was hired as a Premium cook at Marlins upon
graduation.
Culinary Training Program: The primary training program provided by HEAT is the Culinary Training Program.
Current courses consist of 160-hour line cook training and a 40-hour specialty saute skill course. The objective is
for graduating students to be prepared to succeed as line cooks in large hospitality kitchens. Hospitality industry
employers are facing shortages of trained cooks in the current environment, and HEAT's program can assist in
preparing applicants for these positions and to succeed on the job.
Line Cook Curriculum: 8-week, 160-hour course to learn introductory level line cook skills, with an emphasis on
hands-on learning, knife skills, and preparation of stocks, soups, salads, entrees, and desserts. Food safety
training and SafeSery certification are part of this training. Classes are conducted Monday — Friday, 4 hours per
day.
WORK PROCESS SCHEDULE
OCCUPATION TITLE: COOK/LINE COOK
LINE COOK
Pre-Apprenticeship/160hours (8 weeks/4 hours per day) of classroom training
Module Topics
Welcome to HEAT
Food safety & Sanitation
COURSE NAME
240 Minutes
320 Minutes
Introduction to the Culinary Industry 200 Minutes
Kitchen Equipment
Knife Skills
Kitchen Math
Stock Cookery
appetizer cookery
Soup cookery
360 Minutes
480 Minutes
80 Minutes
480 Minutes
720 Minutes
1680 Minutes
salad cookery 960 Minutes
entree cookery (butchering, sauces) 1920 Minutes
desert cookery 480 Minutes
A final challenge (hours are included in cookery
class) 960 Minutes
union day/life skills training/Resume/Mock interview 960 Minutes
deep cleaning
Break and recap
480 Minutes
240 Minutes
total
hours
160 hours
Sautee Specialty Course: 2-week, 40-hour training for entry-level cooks to improve sauteing skills. The course is
intended for graduates of the Line Cook training class or working cooks to focus on learning and practicing saute
techniques. Classes are conducted Monday— Friday, 4 hours per day.
WORK PROCESS SCHEDULE
Specialty Class for Level entry cook
2 weeks program
5 days /week /Monday to Friday
4 Hours DAY/ 8.00 AM to 12.00 PM
SUMMARY
Day 1 sauteing chicken 4 Hours
Day 2 sauteing red meat 4 Hours
Day 3 sauteing Fish 4 Hours
Day 4 sauteing Seafood 4 Hours
Day 5 sauteing Veggies 4 Hours
Layi- sauteing breakfast Station i .1 Hours
Day7 sauteing breakfast Station 2 4 Hours
Day 8 sauteing crepe station 4 Hours
Day9 sauteing saute station 4 Hours
Day 10 sauteing Action station 4 Hours
CLASS IN SESSION...SKILL BUILDING...LIFE CHANGING
Pictures of Classes in partnership with the CRA:
Part II: Project Narrative - Provide a SEOPW CRA Statement of Work (SOW) Document:
Below are the nine parts required for the statement of work.
• Step 1: Write the Introduction: Explain what work will be accomplished by your program
and who is involved. This forms the baseline for the entire project/grant.
• Step 2: Identify the Project Purpose: Establish a purpose statement and answer the basic
questions of what are the goals, deliverables, and objectives.
▪ Slept: Identify tire-Sc of Work: Dftermi►ie The process th`at"wdl`Iie Used to complete
the work including. The scope should include time, results, and general steps for
accomplishment.
• Step 4: Identify Work Location: Choose all locations where the project members might
and will have to perform all tasks in the Statement of Work. Remember, to acquire
funding from SEOPW CRA services are required to be within the SEOPW CRA
Boundaries.
• Step 5: Develop the Tasks: Break the project down into more detailed tasks to include all
the main deliverables, milestones, phases, and key tasks (Be specific)
• Step 6: Identify the Milestones: Based on grant start and finish date identify all the major
milestones in between.
• Step 7: Identif\ Goals that will be accomplished: Based pm grant start and finish date
identify major goals that will be accomplished quarterly.
• Step 8: Identify the Deliverables: List each deliverable, show when it is due, and describe
them in detail. Provide as much detail in this step.
• Step 9: Identif\ Grants Applied to for Additional Funding, and Status: List grants your
organization has applied to/intend on applying to for additional funding and support.
• Step 10: Provide Monthlv Calendar/Schedule: Start with all the steps/tasks the project
needs to accomplish then create a realistic schedule around that. The schedule should
include each major deliverable and when and the order it needs to get done. Add all the
management -related milestones including kickoff, reviews, development, trainings,
implementation, testing, and project closeout/acceptance.
Part III: Provide proposal , letter requesting funding and Detailed Budget
Hospitality Employee Advancement & Training Inc.
871 NW 167th Street
Miami, FL 33169
heat@unitehere.org
HEAT Training Center Statement of Work for Oct '23-Sept '24
Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
June 26, 2023
Contact: Jared Thornley, Executive Director, 217-622-8007
Introduction: The Hospitality Employees Advancement and Training, Inc. (HEAT) is the non-profit
training center affiliated with UNITE HERE Local 355. HEAT provides educational and training
opportunities, employer and employee outreach, and job placement services to support current and
future hospitality industry employees and their employers. HEAT has entered a partnership with
unionized hotels, casinos, stadiums, and airport food service and retail stores in South Florida to help
build a skilled hospitality industry workforce, and with the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community
Redevelopment Agency to train residents in the CRA district for good, union hospitality jobs.
HEAT conducts culinary skills training and is developing a series of hospitality job training programs to
develop or enhance the skills of incumbent and prospective hotel and hospitality industry employees.
HEAT also conducts outreach programs to publicize its training and class offerings and surveys
Participating Employers' employment needs. Upon completion of each class, HEAT assists with job
placement for Participants who complete HEAT classes.
There is no cost for residents of Overtown/Park West and employees of contributing employers to
attend sponsored classes.
Project Purpose: HEAT was created to provide high -quality, soft -skill, and vocational training to low-
income residents of South Florida in an effort to place these residents in union -affiliated employment
that includes good wages, free family health insurance, and a pension. In the wake of the COVID-19
pandemic, South Florida's hospitality workers need help now more than ever. While the industry has
started to recover, thousands of hospitality workers currently remain displaced.
HEAT provides benefits to people needing skills/workers, the community, employers, and the union.
Employers are seeking a high -skilled workforce that is not only able to do the work, but also show up
on time, provide leadership, function well in a team setting, and excel in a fast -paced and customer -
focused environment. HEAT and Local 355 strive to provide an avenue for career advancement for
members and applicants through skills training. HEAT's ability to match training of applicants to
employer needs brings concrete hospitality job opportunities to communities through our partnership
with the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency.
The CRA grant aims to center this training program in Overtown and generate a pathway for good,
union hospitality jobs in the community and CRA jurisdiction. This grant also provides a platform to
expand the training program from its start-up phase to a growth phase.
Work Location: HEAT's Culinary Training Program is conducted in the kitchen and classrooms in the
lower level of the CRA-owned Overtown Performing Arts Center at 1074 NW 3rd Ave, Miami, FL 33136.
Scope of Work: The primary training program provided by HEAT is the Culinary Training Program.
Current courses consist of 160-hour line cook training and a 40-hour specialty saute skill course. The
objective is for graduating students to be prepared to succeed as line cooks in large hospitality
kitchens. Hospitality industry employers are facing shortages of trained cooks in the current
environment, and HEAT's program can assist in preparing applicants for these positions and to succeed
on the job.
Line Cook Curriculum: 8-week, 160-hour course to learn introductory level line cook skills, with an
emphasis on hands-on learning, knife skills, and preparation of stocks, soups, salads, entrees, and
desserts. Food safety training and SafeSery certification are part of this training. Classes are conducted
Monday — Friday, 4 hours per day.
WORK PROCESS SCHEDULE
OCCUPATION TITLE: COOK/LINE COOK
LINE COOK
Pre-Apprenticeship/160hours (8 weeks/4 hours per day) of classroom training
Module Topics
COURSE NAME
Welcome to HEAT 240 Minutes
Food safety & Sanitation 320 Minutes
Introduction to the Culinary Industry 200 Minutes
Kitchen Equipment 360 Minutes
Knife Skills 480 Minutes
Kitchen Math 80 Minutes
Stock Cookery 480 Minutes
Appetizer cookery 720 Minutes
Soup cookery 1680 Minutes
Salad cookery 960 Minutes
Entree cookery (butchering, sauces) 1920 Minutes
Desert cookery 480 Minutes
Final challenge (hours are included in cookery class) 960 Minutes
Union Day/life skills training/Resume/Mock
interview 960 Minutes
Deep cleaning
Break and recap
total
hours
480 Minutes
240 Minutes
160 hours
Sautee Specialty Course: 2-week, 40-hour training for entry-level cooks to improve sauteing skills. The
course is intended for graduates of the Line Cook training class or working cooks to focus on learning
and practicing saute techniques. Classes are conducted Monday — Friday, 4 hours per day.
WORK PROCESS SCHEDULE
Specialty Class for Level entry cook
2 weeks program
5 days /week /Monday to Friday
4 Hours DAY/ 8.00 AM to 12.00 PM
SUMMARY
Day 1 sauteing chicken 4 Hours
Day 2 sauteing red meat 4 Hours
Day 3 sauteing Fish 4 Hours
Day 4 sauteing Seafood 4 Hours
Day 5 sauteing Veggies 4 Hours
Day6 sauteing breakfast Station 1 4 Hours
Day7 sauteing breakfast Station 2 4 Hours
Day 8 sauteing crepe station 4 Hours
Day9 sauteing saute station 4 Hours
Day 10 sauteing Action station 4 Hours
The Tasks:
• Culinary TraininE
o Conduct an 8-week culinary classes
o Recruit and interview students, including outreach in the CRA area and participating
employers
o Order cooking perishables before each class
o Track student attendance
o Assess student skills throughout the class
o Administer SafeServe test during class
o Evaluate students for graduation
o Prepare and assist students with job applications
o Graduation ceremony
o i ss s-t in scheduling interviews an* foliowing up on job applications
• Housekeeping Training
o Recruit Instructor
o Develop curriculum and appropriate class environment
o Conduct employer needs assessment
o Recruit and interview students, including outreach in the CRA area and participating
employers
o Track student attendance
o Assess student skills throughout the class
o Evaluate students for graduation
o Prepare and assist students with job applications
o Graduation ceremony
o Assist in scheduling interviews and following up on job applications
• Expand training center capabilities
o Identify the next job classification for training
o Evaluate apprenticeship requirements and develop a plan
Deliverables: The primary deliverables for the HEAT training program are:
• the number of training classes conducted
• the number of students who are graduated
• the number of students from the CRA area who are graduated
• the number of students who are placed in good union jobs
• the number of students from the CRA area who are placed in good union jobs
Milestones:
• For each training class, the milestones include:
o Orientation before classes start
o SafeServe testing during class
o Graduation
o Job applications
o Job placement
• For the expansion of the program, the milestones include:
o Understanding and beginning the process to register HEAT training programs as
Apprenticeship Programs under the U.S. Department of Labor
o Application for training grants to supplement the CRA grant
o Develop a curriculum for adding another job classification to the training program
Identifying Grants: HEAT intends to apply for grants to supplement the CRA grant. HEAT has
submitted grant proposals for the UNITE HERE Education Grant and the Carrie Meek Foundation.
We will continue to identify and apply for grants.
Calendar:
Past Classes under the grant:
• 8-week culinary class 5/16/2022 — 7/8/2022
• 8-week culinary class 7/25/2022 — 9/16/2022
• 8-week culinary class 9/26/2022 — 11/18/2022
• 8-week culinary class 1/23/2023 — 3/17/2023
• 8-week culinary class 5/1/2023 — 6/23/2023
• Tentative culinary class start 7/24/2023
October:
• Tentative culinary class starts 10/2/2023
• Job placement work for graduates
• Recruitment outreach for the next class
• Weekly food supplies ordered
• Preparation for new HEAT class offering in housekeeping
November:
• Recruitment outreach for the next class
• Job placement work for culinary graduates
• Attendance and assessment of students
• Recruitment for housekeeping instructor
• Weekly food supplies ordered
December:
• Prepare for culinary class graduation at the beginning of December
• Recruitment outreach for the next culinary class
• Recruitment for housekeeping instructor and students for the inaugural class
• Grant search
• Conduct assessment for the US Department of Labor Apprenticeship program
January:
• Tentative culinary class 1/8/2024
• Tentative Housekeeping class starts 1/15/2024
• Weekly food supplies ordered
• Job placement work for graduates
• Recruitment outreach for the next class
• Grant search and applications
• Apprenticeship program work
February:
• Tentative housekeeping class graduation mid -February
• Recruitment outreach for the next class, both culinary and housekeeping
• Recruit for a saute class, this is an advanced cooking class that past graduates have asked for
• Weekly food supplies ordered
• Attendance and assessment of housekeeping students
• Job placement work for graduates
• Grant search and applications
• Apprenticeship program work
March:
• Prepare for culinary class graduation
• Prepare for 2nd housekeeping class to start
• Prepare for a saute class
• Attendance and assessment of students
• Job placement work for graduates
• Recruitment outreach for the next class
• Grant search and applications
• Apprenticeship program work
April:
• Prepare for the next culinary class to start
• Prepare for the graduation of 2nd housekeeping class
• Attendance and assessment of students
• Job placement work for graduates
• Recruitment outreach for the next classes
• Grant search and applications
• Apprenticeship program work
May:
• Prepare for the next housekeeping class to start
• Attendance and assessment of students
• Job placement work for graduates
• Recruitment outreach for the next classes
• Grant search and applications
• Apprenticeship program work
June:
• Prepare for culinary and housekeeping class graduation
• Prepare for the next culinary and housekeeping class to start
• Weekly food class orders
• Attendance and assessment of students
• Job placement work for graduates
• Recruitment outreach for the next class
• Apprenticeship program work
July:
• Prepare for the next housekeeping class to start
• Recruit for a saute class, this is an advanced cooking class that past graduates have asked for
• Attendance and assessment of students
• Job placement work for graduates
• Recruitment outreach for the next class
• Start assessment of new housekeeping class
August:
• Prepare for housekeeping class graduation
• Recruit for a saute class
• Attendance and assessment of students
• Job placement work for graduates
• Recruitment outreach for the next class
• Continued evaluation of new housekeeping class
• Grant search and applications
September:
• Prepare for the next culinary class to start
• Prepare for the next housekeeping class to start
• Job placement work for graduates
• Recruitment outreach for the next class
• Assessment of adding another skills class
Proposed CRA Budget for HEAT
Oct 2022 - Sept 2023
Expenses
Personnel Expense
Director of Culinary Instruction
Training Center Outreach Coordinator
aP' yro`I1 saxes L.UibS-
Benefits @ 1000/mo per FTE ($500 indiv/1500 fam)
Training/Instructional Equipment
Books/Test materials/Fees (ServSafe)
Consumables
Disposables
Perishables
Safety and Sanitation
Student Knife Kits
Student Uniforms
Insurance
General Liabiltiy
D&O / Professional Liabiltiy
Employee Dishonesty Bond (3-year Period)
CRA % Oct 23 Sept 24 Oct 23 - Sept 24
100% 72,996
100% 48,996
IDU% 9,33`2- -
100% 21,636
100% 4,000
100% 8,500
100% 6,000
100% 10,000
100% 740
100% 3,800
100% 4,000
100% 3,600
100% 4,800
100% 1,600
152,960
37,040
10,000
Total Projected Expenses 200,000 200,000
SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
July 27, 2023
THE SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
INTER -OFFICE COVER MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Christine King
Members of the SEOPW CRA Board
Date: July 27, 2023 rile:
Subject: 4/5ths Bid Waiver to Suited for Success Inc.in
fiscal year 2023-2024.
From: James McQueen References:
Executive Director
BACKGROUND:
Enclosures:
A Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Agency ("SEOPW CRA") by a four -fifths (4/5ths) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, ratifying,
approving, and confirming the Executive Director's recommendation and finding that competitive negotiation
methods and procedures are not practicable or advantageous pursuant to sections 18-85 and 18-86 of the code of
the City of Miami, Florida, as amended, as adopted by the SEOPW CRA; waiving the requirements for
competitive sealed bidding as not being practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA; authorizing the
allocation of grant funds in an amount not to exceed One -Hundred Ninety Thousand Dollars and Zero cents
($190,000.00) ("Funds"), to support the Suited for Success Inc., is a Florida not for profit corporation ("SFS").
SFS has requested funds from the SEOPW CRA for continued support for the job -training and employment
support ("Job Training") to increase residents' confidence within the Redevelopment Area in their ability to secure
employment and knowledge of the job search process.
JUSTIFICATION:
Pursuant to Section 163.340(9) of the Florida Statutes "community redevelopment...means undertakings,
activities, or projects...in a community redevelopment area for the elimination and prevention of the development
or spread of slums and blight."
Section 2, Goal 4 of the 2018 Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency Updated Plan
(the "Plan") lists the "creati[on of] jobs within the community..." as a stated redevelopment goal.
Section 2, Goal 6, of the Plan, lists the "[i]mprove[ment of] the [q]uality of [1]ife for residents" as a stated
redevelopment goal.
Section 2, Principle 4 of the Plan provides "that employment opportunities be made available to existing residents
..." as a stated redevelopment principle.
163.370, Florida Statue Powers; Counties and Municipalities; Community Redevelopment Agencies. - (b) To
disseminate slum clearance and community redevelopment information.
FUNDING:
$190,000.00 allocated from SEOPW "Other Grants and Aids" Account No. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000.
FACT SHEET:
Company name: Suited for Success, Inc.
Address: 1600 N.W. 3rd Avenue, Suite 111 Miami, FL 33136
Number of participants: Targeting 350 participants.
Funding request: $190,000.00
Age range of participants: 16 - 70.
Scope of work or services (Summary): Provide employment skill training courses, interviewing skills, and
career development services to residents within the Redevelopment Area.
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE SOUTHEAST
OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ("SEOPW CRA"), BY A
FOUR -FIFTHS (4/5THS) AFFIRMATIVE VOTE, AFTER AN ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARING,
RATIFYING, APPROVING, AND CONFIRMING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S
RECOMMENDATION AND FINDING THAT COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATION METHODS AND
PROCEDURES ARE NOT PRACTICABLE OR ADVANTAGEOUS PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 18-
85 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, AS ADOPTED BY THE
SEOPW CRA; WAIVING THE REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPETITIVE SEALED BIDDING AS NOT
BEING PRACTICABLE OR ADVANTAGEOUS TO THE SEOPW CRA; AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISPERSE FUNDS, AT HIS DISCRETION, ON A REIMBURSEMENT
BASIS OR DIRECTLY TO VENDORS, UPON PRESENTATION OF INVOICES AND
SATISFACTORY DOCUMENTATION, SUBJECT TO THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDING, FROM
THE GRANTS AND AIDS" ACCOUNT NO. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000, IN AN AGGREGATE
AMOUNT TO NOT EXCEED ONE -HUNDRED NINETY THOUSAND DOLLARS AND ZERO
CENTS ($190,000.00) ("FUNDS") TO SUITED FOR SUCCESS INC., A FLORIDA NOT FOR
PROFIT CORPORATION TO ASSIST WITH JOB TRAINING IN FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024
("PURPOSE");FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE AND
EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT, INCLUDING ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY, ALL IN
FORMS ACCEPTABLE TO THE GENERAL COUNSEL; FOR THE ALLOCATION OF THE FUNDS
FOR THE PURPOSE STATED HEREIN; SUBJECT TO THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDING;
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW
CRA") is a community redevelopment agency created pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, and is
responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its redevelopment area
in accordance with the 2018 Updated Southeast Overtown/Park West Redevelopment Plan Update (the
"Plan"); and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 4, at page 10 of the Updated Plan lists the "creat[ion of] jobs within
the community" as a stated redevelopment goal; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 6, at page 10 of the Updated Plan also lists "[i]mprove[ment of] the
[q]uality of [1]ife for residents" as a stated redevelopment goal; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 4, at page 13 of the Updated Plan provides "that employment
opportunities be made available to existing residents ... " as a stated redevelopment principle; and
WHEREAS, Grantee is a nonprofit organization that offers career guidance, technology skills
training, job -search support, and professional attire to at -risk women, men, and youth within the
Redevelopment Area; and
WHEREAS, Grantee also provides assistance for unemployed and under -employed adults and
youth in the Overtown community by helping them gain professional skills that are necessary to accelerate
their job search, and ultimately find employment, (the "Program"); and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners finds that authorizing this Resolution would further the
SEOPW CRA redevelopment goals and objectives; and
WHEREAS, based on the recommendation and findings of the Executive Director, it is in the
SEOPW CRA's best interest for the Board of Commissioners to authorize, by an affuuuative four -fifths
(4/5ths) vote, a waiver of competitive sealed bidding procedures pursuant to Section 18-85 and 18-86 of
the Code of the City of Miami, Florida, as amended ("City Code"), as adopted by the SEOPW CRA, and
to authorize the Executive Director to negotiate and executive any and all agreements necessary, all in
forms acceptable to the General Counsel, with Suited for Success Inc. for provision of grant funds in an
amount not to exceed One -Hundred Ninety Thousand Dollars and Zero cents ($190,000.00) subject to the
availability of funds;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE
CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA:
Section 1. The recitals and findings contained in the Preamble to this Resolution are adopted
by reference and incorporated herein as if fully set forth in this Section.
Section 2. By a four -fifths (4/5th) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, the
Executive Director's recommendation and written findings that competitive negotiation methods and
procedures are not practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA, pursuant to Section 18-85 and 18-86
of the City Code, as adopted by the SEOPW CRA, and waiving the requirements for said procedures is
ratified, approved, and confirmed.
Section 3. The Executive Director is hereby authorized to disperse funds, at his discretion, on
a reimbursement basis or directly to vendors, upon presentation of invoices and satisfactory documentation
from the Grants and Aids" Account No. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000 for the Program at Suited for
Success Inc.
Section 4. The Executive Director is authorized to negotiate and execute an agreement,
including any and all necessary documents, and all -in forms acceptable to the General Counsel, for said
purpose.
Section 5. Sections of this Resolution may be renumbered or re -lettered and corrections of
typographical errors which do not affect the intent may be authorized by the Executive Director, or the
Executive Director's designee, without need of public hearing, by filing a corrected copy of same with the
City Clerk.
Section 6. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.
SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
July 27, 2023
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
4/5ths RECOMMENDATION INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Board Chair Christine King
Members of the SEOPW CRA Board
Date: July 27, 2023 File:
Subject: Request to waive competitive sealed bidding
methods pursuant to City Code 18-85(a) for Suited for
Success Inc.
From: James McQueen References:
Executive Director
Enclosures:
BACKGROUND:
A Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Agency ("SEOPW CRA") by a four -fifths (4/5ths) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, ratifying,
approving, and confirming the Executive Director's recommendation and finding that competitive negotiation
methods and procedures are not practicable or advantageous pursuant to sections 18-85 and 18-86 of the code of
the City of Miami, Florida, as amended, as adopted by the SEOPW CRA; waiving the requirements for
competitive sealed bidding as not being practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA; authorizing the
allocation of grant funds in an amount not to exceed One -Hundred Ninety Thousand Dollars and Zero cents
($190,000.00) ("Funds"), to support the Suited for Success Inc., is a Florida not for profit corporation ("SFS").
SFS has requested funds from the SEOPW CRA for continued support for the job -training and employment
support ("Job Training") to increase residents' confidence within the Redevelopment Area in their ability to secure
employment and knowledge of the job search process.
RECOMMENDATION:
In light of the above stated, approval of a waiver of the formal requirements of competitive sealed bidding methods
as not being practicable or advantageous to the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Agency as set forth in the City Code of Ordinances, as amended, specifically Section 18-85 (A), and the
affirmation of these written findings and the forwarding the same to the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast
Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency by a four fifths vote is respectfully requested.
APPROVED
1.,krrtes McQueen, xecutive Director
Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Board of Commissioners ("Board") of the Southeast Overtown/ Park West Community Redevelopment AGencv
("SEOPW CRA" ) will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. or anytime thereafter in
the City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami, FL 33133. The
Board will consider the allocation of funding to Suited for Success, Inc., to increase the confidence of the
residents within the Redevelopment Area in their ability to secure employment and knowledge of the job search
process.
In accordance with the SEOPW CRA 2018 Redevelopment Plan Update ("Plan") and Florida Statutes 163, the
Board will consider the allocation of funding, in an amount not to exceed One -Hundred Ninety Thousand Dollars
and Zero cents ($190,000.00) for the job training.
Inquiries regarding this notice may be addressed to James McQueen, Executive Director, SEOPW CRA, at (305)
679-6800.
This action is being considered pursuant to Sections 18-85 (a) of the Code of the City of Miami, Florida as
amended ("Code"). The recommendation and findings to be considered in this matter are set forth in the proposed
esolution and in Code Sections 18-85 (a), which are deemed to be incorporated by reference herein, and are
available as with the scheduled SEOPW CRA Board meeting on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. or
anytime thereafter in the City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami,
FL 33133.
All comments and questions with respect to the meeting and remote public participation should be addressed to
James McQueen, Executive Director, at 819 N.W. 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor, Miami Florida 33136 (305) 679-6800.
Should any person desire to appeal any decision of the Board with respect to any matter considered at this
meeting, that person shall ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, including all testimony and
evidence upon which any appeal may be based (F.S. 286.0105).
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accommodations to
participate in this proceeding may contact the Office of the City Clerk at (305) 250-5361 (Voice), not later than
two (2) business days prior to the proceeding. TTY users may call 711 (Florida Relay Service), not later than two
(2) business days prior to the proceeding.
(SEOPW CRA Seal)
Ad No.
Todd B. Hannon
Clerk of the Board
SUITED FOR SUCCESS
kit DRESS FOR SUCCESS®
MIAMI
SEOPW CRA STATEMENT OF WORK
1 Introduction
The mission of Suited For Success, Inc. (SFS) remains:
To empower a diverse community of individuals to achieve
economic independence and self sufficiency through career
development training a network of support and
professional image services
All of our work is designed to promote the economic independence of the many
disadvantaged men women and youth residing in our area Our Employment
Skills Training Program is the backbone of our agenda and side by side with our
business attire suiting program we provide a strong network of support and
career development tools to the unemployed and under employed individuals
seeking our assistance.
2. Project Purpose
Since its founding in 1994 and headquartered in Overtown Suited For Success,
Inc. has addressed the critical need for career building initiatives Over 65,000
individuals have availed themselves of the programs we offer. Our purpose is to
assist them in achieving a positive outcome in "getting the job", in "keeping the
job", in advancing in the job"and ultimately improving the economic
circumstances of the participants and their families.
3. The Scope of the Work
Suited For Success, Inc. services are provided through our multi tiered programs:
• DRESS FOR SUCCESS MIAMI the women's program one of 143
inter -national affiliates has served over 35,000 Miami Dade women since
1994
• SUITED FOR SUCCESS, Inc., the men's program has assisted more
than 15,000 men since its inception in 1998
• YOUTH PROGRAM - via our membership in the Overtown Children and
Youth Coalition and our programs in Miami -Dade High Schools thousands
of young people have benefitted from training on employment skills.
• VIRTUAL CAREER CENTER created in 2020 in response to the Covid-19
crisis reached over 800 participants in its two years
VETS FOR SUCCESS created in 2017 has delivered a specially designed
program to assist the many unemployed veterans in our community and
partners with multiple agencies serving Veterans such as Mission United of the
United Way the VA and Volunteers of America
• MOBILE CAREER CENTER launched in 2019 as an innovative way to bring our
services to the community. Plans are going forward for the unit to be present at
the Folk Life Friday events at the Lyric Theater Mall.
• POST EMPLOYMENT COACHING PROGRAM - CONTINUED SUCCESS
PROGRAM - a 2022 addition to our support services, designed to increase
job retention promotion and success
The Employment Skills Training Course is the heart of our program and
it is delivered through the various platforms listed above. It prepares
participants on a variety of topics including: Managing the job search;
Interviewing skills; Professional dress; Resume writing and Financial
literacy Once the training course is completed appointments are given for
outfitting in appropriate business attire
At the outset of the Covid 19 pandemic we rapidly inaugurated a new
program the Virtual Career Center an innovative and responsive program
providing a variety of on line workshops and training sessions which assisted
homebound community members as they sought to re enter the workforce
The curriculum was modified to fit the medium and addressed new topics
such as video interviews and work at home best practices Our one on one
Career Center resume consultation service was available both virtually and
in person and created new opportunities for career coaching mock
interviews and mentorship Over 800 individuals participated during the two
years of pandemic restrictions and we now are continuing the Virtual
offerings augmenting the in person programs.
4. Identify work location
Our headquarters in the Culmer Center at 1600 NW 3rd Avenue, in the heart of
Overtown, is the location of our offices. Our trained volunteers work there
providing the clients with not only complete outfits but educating them on
workplace expectations and instilling the self confidence so important for
success. Each client receives a copy of the 22 page Employment Skills Training
Manual, prepared by our staff, to take with them and help to guide them through
the employment seeking process.
Clients come to SFS by referral from local agencies including Career Source,
Transition, Overtown Youth Center, YWCA Camillus House, Urgent Inc.,
Better Way Miami, MDC Hospitality Training Institute, Chapman
Partnership, Lotus House, HEAT, Booker T. Washington High School and
Touching Miami with Love (all located within CRA boundaries).
Clients arrive from homeless shelters, domestic violence shelters and welfare to
work job training centers. Referring agencies adhere to our strict referral criteria.
All of our clients are low income and either unemployed or under employed.
Approximately 50% of our clients are African American 45% are Hispanic
and 5% other
5. Develop the Tasks
Main deliverables are
A. The Employment Skills Training Course
Focusing on resume creation job searching skills interview skills
and appropriate dress our training programs are designed to prepare
the clients for the requirements of the work world and to ensure that they
are able to meet the challenges of seeking employment armed with the
self confidence and knowledge needed to be successful The Suited for
Success training program addresses the skills gap between workers
and job opportunities This program serves low income unemployed and
underemployed men women, youth, and veterans Our program sets off
a ripple effect leading clients to self sufficiency for the individual, for their
family and for their community, reducing unemployment, homelessness
and dependence on public funds and programs.
Job training classes are held in Overtown as well as at partnering
agencies throughout Miami Dade County The skills training course
prepares clients on a variety of topics including managing the job search,
interviewing skills, proper attire, resume writing, financial literacy and
mock interviews Once completed clients are given appointments to
receive attire appropriate for their job interview
Virtual course are usually one hour in length followed by O&A sessions.
Live classes are scheduled anywhere from 1-3 hours and up to a week
long series depending on the needs of the partnering agency. As an
example our Vets for Success program is scheduled for 3 hours a
day for one week culminating with a graduation ceremony on the 5th day
B. Suiting Sessions
Trained volunteers work with the clients at our Overtown
Headquarters which is well stocked with excellent men's and women's
clothing in all sizes donated by individuals in the community and arranged
and cared for by our volunteers. Appropriate attire is selected and tried
on by the clients Volunteers are trained to gently guide the clients
through the selection process, making recommendations and educating
them on workplace expectations Our goal is for each client to leave with a
sense of confidence and optimism about finding employment.
C. Career Center Counseling
Individual counseling is available in our Overtown office, virtually or in
our Mobile Career Center for assistance in the creation of resumes
job search techniques letter writing and any other computer related
tasks
D. Virtual Sessions
At the outset of the Covid 19 pandemic we rapidly inaugurated a new program
the Virtual Career Center, an innovative and responsive program providing a
variety of on line workshops and training sessions which assisted homebound
community members as they sought to reenter the workforce The curriculum
was modified to fit the medium and addressed new topics such as video
interviews and work at home best practices Our one on one Career Center
resume consultation service was available both virtually and in person and
created new opportunities for career coaching mock interviews and
mentorship. We will continue to provide this program as an option for those who
are unable to attend in person sessions
E. Post Employment Coaching
We have inaugurated two new Post Employment programs both
designed to provide training and support to newly employed clients as
well as those who have been working for more than a year and looking
to further their careers. The goal is to increase job retention and
assistance with promotion. Studies have shown that the first ninety days
in a new job are crucial to establishing oneself in a new role and new
workplace and that up to a third of new hires leave during that time
period Our programs seek to close this gap increasing job retention
leading to more stable economic circumstances and more opportunities
for career advancement
6. Identify the Milestones
The impact of the Covid 19 pandemic on our program was huge. To meet
the needs of the shut -down we rapidly developed our Virtual Career Center,
offering on line employment skills courses and career counseling We
partnered with many entities and offered many specialized seminars
A sample of the Virtual workshops presented:
• Rise to the Challenge: Job Interviews in the New Normal- Learn to master
virtual interviews and answer difficult questions
• Power your job search with Google tools find job opportunities, prepare
resumes and organize job applications through the tools available on Google
• From Individual to Entrepreneur - Building Your Personal Brand- How to use
the interview as a sales pitch identifying and developing your personal brand
• Financial Literacy trainings
We provided 44 Virtual workshops with 743 participants during the months we
remained closed.
We are now returning to our in person format but will continue virtual
programs as needed throughout 2023-24.
7. Identify the Goals
Our primary goal is to empower a diverse community of individuals to
achieve economic independence and self sufficiency through career
development training a network of support and professional image
services All of our work is designed to promote the economic independence
of the many disadvantaged men women and youth residing in our area Our
Employment Skills Training Program is the backbone of our agenda and
side by side with our business attire suiting program we provide a strong
network of support and career development tools to the unemployed and
under employed individuals seeking our assistance.
Job training and core skills are crucial in breaking the cycle of poverty. Gaining
knowledge and skills are the key benefits we provide to assist our clients in successfully
entering the workplace. Clients report that our programs have enabled them to
"reclaim their lives", "given them access to make their dreams come true", and "helped
them to become self-sufficient". Our goal is to send our clients out into their job quests
as fully prepared as possible with the skills and confidence to help them to "land the
job".
The effectiveness of all of our in -person programs in reaching our goals is
continually measured.
• Program evaluation form is used at the end of every training class.
• Written surveys accompanied by verbal evaluation with a staff member offer a
more detailed understanding of the clients' needs.
• We evaluate initial employment and job retention
At least 80% of the participants will successfully complete the program
90% of participants surveyed demonstrate an increased knowledge of the job
search process, the interview process and over 20 skill sets
• 90% demonstrate increased confidence in their ability to secure employment
and in their own professional image and ability to portray that image
• 55% - 65%of participants are successful in securing employment.
• Two new follow-up programs are enabling us to keep in touch with newly
employed individuals and provide assistance with issues that arise. The Post
Employment Coaching Program, a one-on-one program partners a recently
employed client with a volunteer coach, and the Continued Success group
program advise, counsel and assist new employees increasing their chances of
staying on the job, achieving advancement in the job force and the economic
independence which is our ultimate goal.
A designated staff member follows up as much as possible with all clients for up to one
year through phone calls and networking meetings.
8. Identify the Deliverables
Suiting appointments are on going weekly and are continually scheduled
We are able to schedule 20-25 clients each week Each client is greeted
by a trained volunteer who assists in the selection of professional clothing
for the job interview Once -a client Is hired -they are eligible to schedule
another appointment for additional clothing as needed.
Appointments are then made for assistance with resumes, job search and
mock interviews on a one on one basis with a staff member
Employment Skills Trainiing Workshops are scheduled 1-2 months in
advance with community partners as needed and we usually have 2-3
training sessions per month
Virtual sessions are scheduled each month..
Calls come in weekly for opportunities to engage with local organizations
that may need our services
9. identify Grants Applied to For Additional Funding
Micky and Madeleine Arisen Foundation
Capital One
Miami Foundation
Braman Family Charitable Foundation
Admire Charitable Group
Baer Foundation
Florida Blue Foundation
NBC Universal Comcast
Tri-Mix Foundation
Garfield Foundation
Simkins Charitable Foundation
Anti -Poverty Group
TD Bank
Truist Bank
OCYC grant
Standard Calendar
Sunday
7
14
21
28
Monday
Volunteer
Orientation
Donation drop offs
Tuesday
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Client appointments
and suiting training
8
Donation drop offs Client
appointments/traini
ng
15
9
16
Client
Donation drop offs appointments/traini
ng
22
Donation drop offs
29
23
Training with
Community Partner
DRESS FOR SUCCESS"'
MIAMI
Wednesday
3
Client appointments
and suiting training
10
Client
appointments/traini
rig
_7
In house training
w/community
partner Transition
24
Client
appointments/traini
ng
Thursday
4
Client appointments/
training
II
Client
appointments/train i
ng
18
Client appointments/
training
Monthly Veterans
training
25
Note: Monthly calendars will change throughout the year as events, workshops and training sessions are added each month.
Friday
5
Attend Folk life
Friday community
event
12
Connnunity
outreach {events
19
Community
outreach/events
26
Community
outreach/events
Saturday
SUITED FOR SUCCESS, Inc.
June 26, 2023
To whom it may concern.
Suited for Success/Dress for Success Miami is requesting a grant in the amount of
$190,000 from the CRA to enable us to continue providing low-income and
disadvantaged clients with vital employment skills training, interviewing skills and
career development services.
Since 1994, Suited for Success has provided services to over 65,000 low-income men,
women and youth in Miami -Dade County. At SFS we have strived to instill a level of
confidence, dignity and empowerment among our at -risk populations in our community
and have seen many success stories. Since January of 2022 through April of 2023 we
provided services to over 900 clients seeking employment and career counseling
services.
Approximately 260 were from the Empowerment Zone area. We provide monthly
employment skills training workshops open to all Overtown residents seeking gainful
employment as well as providing monthly training sessions for community partners
such as Transition/EZRI Umbrella of Hope Program. Other community partners
include OCYC, Girl Power, OYC, YWCA, the Salvation Army and Goodwill Industries
to name just a few.
As we prepare to enter our 30th anniversary year in Miami Dade County we look
forward to the continued ability to provide our much needed services to our local
residents.
Thank you for,your consideration.
Sincerely, 7/
Sonia Jaco'nson"
Founder & Executive Director
1600 NW 3rd Avenue, Suite 111 • Miami, FL 33136 • 305.444.1944 • www.suitedforsuccess.org
Suited For Success
Grant Proposal
Fiscal Year 2023-
2024 2023-24
The mission of Suited For Success, Inc. (SFS) is to promote the economic
independence of disadvantaged men, women and youth by providing
employment skills training, professional attire for job interviews, a network of
support and the career development tools to help them to thrive in work and in
life. We strive to provide assistance for the unemployed and under -employed
adults and youth in the Overtown and surrounding communities helping them to
gain the professional skills they will need to find employment, accelerate their job
search and build confidence through ongoing training sessions, one-on-one
career counseling and networking in a supportive environment.
History of Suited For Success, Inc.
Founded in 1994, Suited For Success, Inc. answered a vital need for career
building initiatives after welfare reform was instituted. The Welfare Reform Act of
1996 set time restrictions for recipients of public assistance, resulting in many
heads of households securing extremely low -wage jobs. The rapid increase in
the number of working poor adults created a huge surge in this underserved
segment of society. Through our programs and services, Suited For Success,
Inc. was able to answer the needs of a growing poverty-stricken workforce as
well as those who remained unemployed. SFS has worked with over 65,000
individuals during the last 29 years through our platform of services and multi -
tiered programs: Our location in The Culmer Center, 1600 NW 3rd Avenue, in
the heart of Overtown assures that we respond to the pulse of that community.
• DRESS FOR SUCCESS MIAMI, the women's program, one of 155
international affiliates has served over 40,000 Miami -Dade women since 1994
• SUITED FOR SUCCESS the men's program has assisted more than 15,000
since its inception in 1999.
• THE YOUTH PROGRAM- As one of the founding members
SFS maintains a seat on the Overtown Children and Youth Coalition
(OCYC) Board of Directors and provides our training programs to them as well
as their community members.
• VIRTUAL CAREER CENTER created in 2020 in response to Covid-19 has
reached over 800 participants in its two years
• VETS FOR SUCCESS created in 2017 has delivered a special designed program
to assist the many unemployed veterans in our community
• MOBILE CAREER CENTER launched in 2019 - an innovative way to bring
our services to clients who cannot make it to our office in the Culmer
Community Center.
• Two new 2022 additions to our support services, designed to increase job
retention, promotion and success: CONTINUED SUCCESS - a program for
clients wishing to change careers and a POST EMPLOYMENT support
program for a client's first 90 days on a new job.
Program Description
Job training classes are held in Overtown and at partnering agencies located
throughout Miami -Dade County. One unique Employment Skills Training Course
prepares clients in a variety of areas; Managing the job search; Interviewing
skills; Proper attire; Resume writing; Mock interviews. Once training has been
completed, clients are given an appointment to receive appropriate attire for their
job interview. Trained volunteers provide one-on-one assistance and gently
guide the clients, making recommendations and educating them on workplace
expectations.
Clients come to us by referral from over 125 social service agencies, including
homeless shelters, domestic violence shelters and welfare -to -work job training
centers. These partnering agencies adhere to our strict referral criteria. All of
our clients are low-income. Approximately 50% of our clients identify as
African -American, 45% as Hispanic and 5% as other.
Prior to the shut -down years of the Covid-19 pandemic we typically provided
services to approximately 1,000 individuals annually. Although that number went
down for the months that we were closed, we have now rebuilt our in -person
programs and anticipate reaching that number again. In 2022 we served a total
of 775 clients, and in the first quarter of 2023 we provided services to 228 clients.
In 2019 we launched a new Mobile Career Center utilizing a custom outfitted RV
which was donated to us. Complete with dressing rooms, closet storage space
and a computer center for counseling and assisting with resumes and job
searches. The van will begin attending the Folklife Friday events at the Lyric
Theater Mall.
Our plans for the coming year include hiring a Part-time Professional Trainer to
allow us to provide our classes at Booker T. Washington Senior High School.
We have requests for additional youth programs working which we are hoping to
provide.
Each client who comes to SFS receives personal attention and is treated with
dignity and respect. Clients are encouraged to discuss upcoming interviews,
professional presentations, child-care plans and other concerns. By creating a
positive environment for the client, SFS strives to stimulate self-confidence and
help to overcome the fears associated with job interviewing.
We always seek to build upon our 29 successful years of providing programs that
support economic and social development to low-income clients who are entering
or returning to the workforce. When we assist a client with skills to enable them
to feel more confident in their job search and ultimately find employment, we are
helping a future generation into systematic change. Everyday we provide a
cadre of services, working towards getting men, women and their children out of
poverty and into economic self-sufficiency.
At the outset of the Covid 19 pandemic we rapidly inaugurated a new program
the Virtual Career Center an innovative and responsive program providing a
variety of on line workshops and training sessions which assisted homebound
community members as they sought to re enter the workforce. The curriculum
was modified to fit the medium and addressed new topics such as video
interviews and work at home best practices Our one on one Career Center
resume consultation service was available both virtually and in person and
created new opportunities for career coaching mock interviews and mentorship.
Over 800 individuals participated during the two years of pandemic restrictions
and we now are continuing the Virtual offerings augmenting the in person
programs.
Operationally we have fully re -opened our facility with added health and safety
measures in place. Our in -person and virtual programs are on -going and we look
forward to our continuing success in improving the lives of so many local
community residents.
Suited for Success, Inc. is requesting that the SEOPW/CRA consider our
request for $190, 000 to fund our program from October 1, 2023 — September
30, 2024. This funding will enable us to continue our community training
workshops and to bolster our outreach efforts to the community.
With funding from the SEOPW/CRA we will be able to continue to meet the
demands of the many people and agencies that call upon us for assistance. We
work with these agencies located within the Empowerment Zone boundaries:
Transition,Inc., Empowerment Zone Reentry Program, Overtown Youth Center,
YWCA, Camillus House, Urgent Inc., Better Way of Miami, Overtown Children
Youth Coalition, HEAT, Miami Dade College Hospitality Training Institute,
Chapman Partnership, Touching Miami With Love, Goodwill Industries and
Community Work Training Program, Inc.
Community Recognition
2023
• Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce 2023 Businesswoman of the Year -
Outstanding Non -Profit Leader
• Transition Heroes Award for Dedicated Service to our Community
• A Certificate of Appreciation from the United Way of Miami for work to
empower Veterans and their families.
Prior Years
• Finest Award given by Governor Lawton Chiles
• Outstanding Community Service Award given by Vice -President Al Gore &
The White House
• United Way Impact Partner & Service Award
• Winner Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce Diamond Award Finalist
• South Florida Workforce Award
• Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce Award Winner
• National Department of Juvenile Justice Award Winner
• Association of Courts Award Winner
SUITED FOR SUCCESS
DRESSFORSUCCESS®
MIAMI
Suited For Success
1600 NW 3rd Avenue #111
Miami, FL 33136
Proposed Budget
FY 2023-24
Description
Rent
Telephone/Communications
Project Staff Trainer
Program Director
Overtown Community Developer
Proposed Budget
$5,000
$3,000
$45,000
Program/Volunteer Manager
$35,000 1
$35,000
i
Marketing/Communications/Outreach
$40,000
$20,000
Audit
$3,000
Insurance
TOTAL
$4,000
$190,000
1600 NW 3rd Avenue, Suite 111 • Miami, FL 33136 • 305.444.1944 • www.suitedforsuccess.org
Redevelopment Area Residents 2022
Clients provided with suiting appointments and employment skills trainings
2022 33101 33127
Jan-22
Feb-22
Mar-22
Apr-22
May-22
Jun-22
10
13
9
Jul-22 17
Aug-22 2
Sep-22 2
Oct-22 19
Nov-22 7
Dec-22 4
TOTAL 0 108
GRAND TOTAL
f.
33125
1
2
1
10
33136
2
21
7
10
31
10
27
9
3
81
214
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SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
July 27, 2023
THE SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
INTER -OFFICE COVER MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Christine King Date: July 27, 2023 File:
Members of the SEOPW CRA Board
Subject 4/5ths Bid Waiver to Transition, Inc., in fiscal
year 2023-2024.
James McQueen References:
Executive Director
Enclosures:
BACKGROUND:
A Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Agency ("SEOPW CRA") by a four -fifths (4/5ths) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, ratifying,
approving, and confirming the Executive Director's recommendation and finding that competitive negotiation
methods and procedures are not practicable or advantageous pursuant to sections 18-85 and 18-86 of the code of
the City of Miami, Florida, as amended, as adopted by the SEOPW CRA; waiving the requirements for
competitive sealed bidding as not being practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA; authorizing the
allocation of grant funds in an amount not to exceed Four Hundred Thirty Seven Thousand Six Hundred Twelve
Dollars and Seventy Three Cents ($437,612.73) ("Funds"), to support Transition, Inc., is a Florida not for profit
corporation ("Transition"). Transition has requested funds from the SEOPW CRA for the Transition Once Stop
Center ("One Stop Center") to prepare the residents within the Redevelopment Area for employment.
JUSTIFICATION:
Section 2, Goals 4 and 6, 2018 of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Plan Update
("Plan") lists the "creati[on of] jobs within the community" and "improving the quality of life for residents" as
stated redevelopment goals.
Section 2, Principle 6, of the Plan provides that in order to "address and improve the neighborhood economy and
expand economic opportunities of present and future residents and businesses[,] ... [it is necessary to] support and
enhance existing businesses and ... attract new businesses that provide needed services and economic
opportunities."
163.370, Florida Statue Powers; Counties and Municipalities; Community Redevelopment Agencies. - (b) To
disseminate slum clearance and community redevelopment information.
FUNDING:
$437,612.73 allocated from SEOPW Tax Increment Fund, entitled "Other Grants and Aids" Account No.
1005 0.920101.8 83000.0000.00000.
FACT SHEET:
Company name: Transition, Inc.
Address: 1490 N.W. 3`d Avenue, Suite 106, Miami, FL 33136
Number of participants: 250 participants.
Funding request: $437,612.73
Age range of participants: 18 years old and over.
Scope of work or services (Summary): Provide workforce readiness and employability skill workshops, career
exploration and job placement, pro -active coaching and wrap around services and case management to the
residents within the Redevelopment Area.
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE SOUTHEAST
OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ("SEOPW CRA"), BY A
FOUR -FIFTHS (4/5THS) AFFIRMATIVE VOTE, AFTER AN ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARING,
RATIFYING, APPROVING, AND CONFIRMING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S
RECOMMENDATION AND FINDING THAT COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATION METHODS AND
PROCEDURES ARE NOT PRACTICABLE OR ADVANTAGEOUS PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 18-
85 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, AS ADOPTED BY THE
SEOPW CRA; WAIVING THE REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPETITIVE SEALED BIDDING AS NOT
BEING PRACTICABLE OR ADVANTAGEOUS TO THE SEOPW CRA; AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISPERSE FUNDS, AT HIS DISCRETION, ON A REIMBURSEMENT
BASIS OR DIRECTLY TO VENDORS, UPON PRESENTATION OF INVOICES AND
SATISFACTORY DOCUMENTATION, SUBJECT TO THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDING, FROM
THE GRANTS AND AIDS" ACCOUNT NO. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000, IN AN AGGREGATE
AMOUNT TO NOT EXCEED FOUR HUNDRED THIRTY SEVEN THOUSAND SIX HUNDRED
TWELVE DOLLARS AND SEVENTY THREE CENTS($437,612.73) ("FUNDS") TO
TRANSITION, INC., A FLORIDA NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION TO ASSIST WITH
ONE STOP CENTER IN FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 ("PURPOSE"); FURTHER AUTHORIZING
THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT, INCLUDING
ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY, ALL IN FORMS ACCEPTABLE TO THE GENERAL
COUNSEL; FOR THE ALLOCATION OF THE FUNDS FOR THE PURPOSE STATED HEREIN;
SUBJECT TO THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDING; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF
RECITALS, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW
CRA") is a community redevelopment agency created pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, and is
responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its redevelopment area
in accordance with the 2018 Updated Southeast Overtown/Park West Redevelopment Plan Update (the
"Plan"); and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Goals 4 and 6, at page 11 of the Plan lists the "creati[on ofjjobs within the
community" and "improving the quality of life for residents" as stated redevelopment goals; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle, at page 14 of the Plan provides that a high priority must be placed
on providing a variety of employment opportunities to existing residents of Overtown, which is best
accomplished through employment centers located within the same neighborhood; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 6, at page 15 of the Plan provides that in order to "address and
improve the neighborhood economy and expand the economic opportunities of present and future residents
and businesses", it is necessary to support and enhance existing businesses and local entrepreneurs, while
also attracting new businesses to provide needed services and economic opportunities; and
WHEREAS, Transition, Inc., a non-profit corporation located in Overtown, was established over
48 years ago to assist former inmates and other under -served residents re-entering the community overcome
the obstacle of finding and maintaining gainful employment through workforce readiness training, job
placement and transportation assistance (the "Program"); and
WHEREAS, Transition, Inc., has played a vital role in workforce readiness training, job placement,
and transportation assistance to former inmates, youthful offenders, veterans, and others facing employment
barriers in the Redevelopment Area. Each year, Transition, Inc. has assisted in the job placement of more
than 900 former inmates: and
WHEREAS, Transition, Inc. requested a grant for general operating support to continue providing
its successful job training and placement services in the Overtown community; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners finds that authorizing this Resolution would further the
SEOPW CRA redevelopment goals and objectives; and
WHEREAS, based on the recommendation and findings of the Executive Director, it is in the
SEOPW CRA's best interest for the Board of Commissioners to authorize, by an affirmative four -fifths
(4/5ths) vote, a waiver of competitive sealed bidding procedures pursuant to Section 18-85 and 18-86 of
the Code of the City of Miami, Florida, as amended ("City Code"), as adopted by the SEOPW CRA, and
to authorize the Executive Director to negotiate and executive any and all agreements necessary, all in
forms acceptable to the General Counsel, with Transition, Inc. for provision of grant funds in an amount
not to exceed Four Hundred Thirty Seven Thousand Six Hundred Twelve Dollars and Seventy Three Cents
($437,612.73) subject to the availability of funds;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE
CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA:
Section 1. The recitals and findings contained in the Preamble to this Resolution are adopted
by reference and incorporated herein as if fully set forth in this Section.
Section 2. By a four -fifths (4/5th) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, the
Executive Director's recommendation and written findings that competitive negotiation methods and
procedures are not practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA, pursuant to Section 18-85 and 18-86
of the City Code, as adopted by the SEOPW CRA, and waiving the requirements for said procedures is
ratified, approved, and confirmed.
Section 3. The Executive Director is hereby authorized to disperse funds, at his discretion, on
a reimbursement basis or directly to vendors, upon presentation of invoices and satisfactory documentation
from the Grants and Aids" Account No. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000 for the Program at Transition,
Inc.
Section 4. The Executive Director is authorized to negotiate and execute an agreement,
including any and all necessary documents, and all -in forms acceptable to the General Counsel, for said
purpose.
Section 5. Sections of this Resolution may be renumbered or re -lettered and corrections of
typographical errors which do not affect the intent may be authorized by the Executive Director, or the
Executive Director's designee, without need of public hearing, by filing a corrected copy of same with the
City Clerk.
Section 6. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.
SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
July 27, 2023
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
4/5ths RECOMMENDATION INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Christine King
Members of the SEOPW CRA Board
Date: July 27, 2023 File:
Subject: Request to waive competitive sealed bidding
methods pursuant to City Code 18-85(a) for Transition,
Inc.
From: James McQueen References:
Executive Director
Enclosures:
BACKGROUND:
A Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Agency ("SEOPW CRA") by a four -fifths (4/5ths) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, ratifying,
approving, and confirming the Executive Director's recommendation and finding that competitive negotiation
methods and procedures are not practicable or advantageous pursuant to sections 18-85 and 18-86 of the code of
the City of Miami, Florida, as amended, as adopted by the SEOPW CRA; waiving the requirements for
competitive sealed bidding as not being practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA; authorizing the
allocation of grant funds in an amount not to exceed Four Hundred Thirty Seven Thousand Six Hundred Twelve
Dollars and Seventy Three Cents ($437,612.73) ("Funds"), to support Transition, Inc., is a Florida not for profit
corporation ("Transition"). Transition has requested funds from the SEOPW CRA for the Transition Once Stop
Center ("One Stop Center") to prepare the residents within the Redevelopment Area for employment.
RECOMMENDATION:
In light of the above stated, approval of a waiver of the formal requirements of competitive sealed bidding methods
as not being practicable or advantageous to the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Agency as set forth in the City Code of Ordinances, as amended, specifically Section 18-85 (A), and the
affirmation of these written findings and the forwarding the same to the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast
Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency by a four fifths vote is respectfully requested.
APPROVED
nes McQueen, Executive Director
Christine King
Board Chair
James McQueen
Executive Director
Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Board of Commissioners ("Board") of the Southeast Overtown/ Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
1"SEOPW CRA") will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. or anytime thereafter in
the City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami, FL 33133. The
Board will consider the allocation of funding to Transition, Inc., to prepare the residents within the
Redevelopment Area for employment.
In accordance with the SEOPW CRA 2018 Redevelopment Plan Update ("Plan") and Florida Statutes 163, the
Board will consider the allocation of funding, in an amount not to exceed Four Hundred Thirty -Seven Thousand
Six Hundred Twelve Dollars and Seventy Three Cents ($437,612.73) for the One -Stop Work Center.
Inquiries regarding this notice may be addressed to James McQueen, Executive Director, SEOPW CRA, at (305)
679-6800.
This action is being considered pursuant to Sections 18-85 (a) of the Code of the City of Miami, Florida as
amended ("Code"). The recommendation and findings to be considered in this matter are set forth in the proposed
solution and in Code Sections 18-85 (a), which are deemed to be incorporated by reference herein, and are
available as with the scheduled SEOPW CRA Board meeting on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. or
anytime thereafter in the City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami,
FL 33133.
All comments and questions with respect to the meeting and remote public participation should be addressed to
James McQueen, Executive Director, at 819 N.W. 2"d Avenue, 3rd Floor, Miami Florida 33136 (305) 679-6800.
Should any person desire to appeal any decision of the Board with respect to any matter considered at this
meeting, that person shall ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, including all testimony and
evidence upon which any appeal may be based (F.S. 286.0105).
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accommodations to
participate in this proceeding may contact the Office of the City Clerk at (305) 250-5361 (Voice), not later than
two (2) business days prior to the proceeding. TTY users may call 711 (Florida Relay Service), not later than two
(2) business days prior to the proceeding.
(SEOPW CRA Seal)
Ad No.
Todd B. Hannon
Clerk of the Board
TRANSITION
1 ,, .,t r+v:,
June 26. 2023
James McQueen. Executive Director
Southeast Overlown/Park West
Community Redevelopment Agency
819 N.W. 2" Avenue, 3`d Floor.
Miami, Florida 33136
Re: Transition's Proposal for Grant Funding FY 2023-2024 (Transition's One Stop Center)
Dear Mr. McQueen,
First and furenmst. 1 thank you and the entire Southeast Overtown/Park West Community
Redevelopment Agency team fur your continued support ()lour Overtown community. Transition
humbly submits our Request for Proposal (RIP) to strengthen the Southeast Overtown/Park West
Community Redevelopment Agency's commitment to job creation and improving the quality of
life lur residents in this redevelopment area. As our proposal will demonstrate. we are like-minded
agencies in many ways including our mission, values, and goals for our Overtown community.
Transition's financial literacy, job training. education and supportive service offerings help uplift
Overtown residents achieve personal and professional goals. We remain steadfast and focused on
improving the lives of the people we serve each day! The financial support ot'the SEOPW ('RA
helps us meet the expectations ofOvertown residents and we are truly appreciative of your support.
Ifyou should have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me.
Sincercly-
r )
:lcphen R. (iihnore. Executive I)irector
1 ransition. Inc.
Date: June 26, 2023
Introduction
Transition; a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization located in the heart of Overtown. mission is to assist
under -served residents of Miami Dade County in becoming gainfully employed. In the past we
have focused on servicing only justice -impacted persons, however, the need for services in our
community is greater. thereli ie, we assist any person who walks through the doors of our agency.
We assist our community's most vulnerable residents - homeless, low-income. single -parent
households, veterans and more - eve firmly believe in helping people!
Transition provides participants %yith workforce readiness training. career exploration, job
placements. occupational skills training, and proactive coaching, fife target our efforts towards
assisting youtlif it Offenders, returning residents, homeless, disabled persons, veterans, and low-
income individuals as well as others lacing various employment harriers in the Overtown
community. It is the agency's goal to remain proactively engaged with clients and to ensure they
succeed in satisfying job performance standards as well as adopting additional life skills to remain
financially stable and personally self-sufficient.
Each year 'Transition provides services to over 4.000 residents. In addition. each of the last fey
years we have helped over 300 ex -offenders and residents become employed. We are a vital part
of the Overtown community!
Our Purpose
Our "One -Stop Work ('enter" will include Workforce Readiness .Training. career exploration and
job placement. In addition. Nye will offer counseling and case management services to participants
who need extra assistance in terms of housing, food, identification, and other wrap -around
services. We firmly believe in addressing the unmet needs/service gaps of underservcd
communities. Furthermore. our job training offerings are enhanced to create additional
opportunities for Overtown residents. Our training will include Certification in Construction.
Iorklili. OSIIA. and Food Ilandler's. We have also established partnerships with Miami Dade
College Ior our Digital Education Class. and Florida Department of 'Transportation for our
Construction "Transition Academy.
Scope of Work
Our "One Stop Work ('enter" will include the 1bllowing:
Workforce Readiness and Emplovabilihy Skills Workshops
Workforce readiness is a necessary component in searching Io- employment. In today's
competitive economy. it is critically important that job seekers know how to explore career
options. research job opportunities and apply tier jobs: know how to communicate their
skills and competencies: know how to present themselves in the very best light during a
job interview; know how to prepare business documents including a resume. a cover letter
and a thank you letter; know how to obtain required documentation for work authorization;
and know how to listen attentively, follow instructions and complete work assignments to
distinguish themselves with supervisors and associates.
Our Placement Specialists will help participants increase their likelihood of employment
by engaging participants. 'Through dialogue, discussion and practice, participants will
become acquainted with these and other workforce readiness concepts such as completing
the onhoarding process, satislying job perli;►rmance standards, and managing personal
finances. They will also learn how to prepare a resume. cover letter and -thank you letter,
conduct job searches. complete online job applications and participate in a mock job
interview during class.
Career Exploration and Joh Placement
Participants will be assigned a Placement Specialist who will work with them to explore
career options, review their resume. contact corporate employers. and schedule job
interviews. The Placement Specialist will determine whether additional occupational skills
training is necessary should a client wish to pursue employment opportunities in the
construction, logistics. IT, security, and health care industries. Prior to the interview, the
participants will undergo a mock interview with his/her Placement Specialist to practice
and tailor responses to the job he/she is currently pursuing. Participants will he expected
to meet regularly with their Placement Specialist until They secure employment.
Pro -Active Coaching and Wrap -Around Services
Placement Specialists will maintain contact with participants from the point of recruitment
through job placement and beyond. Staff will work with clients to determine and provide
critical wrap around services and support to successfully secure and sustain employment
and career advancement.
11' participants encounter a harrier or challenge. they will have access to key stall' liar
minoring and/or lile coach assistance.
Case Management
Our Case Management Program provides holistic case management to clients by:
Conducting intake assessment on measures of employment. housing. life skills. education. basic
needs. Co -creating a case plan, defining, and addressing identified concerns and short.
intermediate & long-term goals.
Providing advocacy/support for navigating community resources.
We will provide psychosocial support through clinical engagement liar post -release by providing:
• Clinical/risk assessments, establishing baselines for trauma/mental health/
wellbeing/substance use.
• initial treatment plans.
• Individual/group/family psychosucial support; substance abuse counseling.
• Quarterly evaluations and reviews of case plans.
Our aim is to provide well-rounded services/support, keeping individuals front "falling through
the cracks", thereby increasing the possibility of success and decreasing the chance of recidivism.
.Allinmates have common issues upon reentry to the community regarding employment. housing.
family relationship expectations. mental health and substance use and generally "not knowing
where to begin".
Our programs will Iucus on treating clients according to individual needs. Our outreach strategy
is to present each reentering client with options that positively affect their future, approached in a
manner that is respectful of their history, their dreams. and their right to self-determination. They
are the architect of their lives, outlining for themselves what they know are their greatest obstacles
and where they need assistance in dealing with them.
Outreach will continue at regular intervals. dependent on the needs of each person. I lome visits
are part of continued outreach as well as support. advocacy and navigation when referred anil
engaged in community services. To improve delivery. of services, reduce gaps. reduce
homelessness. the IP leant will accompany members to appointments and advocate. as needed.
Identify the Work Location
Our "One -Stop Work (:'enter" is located at 'Transition's main office in the heart ofOvertown. 1551)
N.W.3"1 Avenue. Building C., Miami, Florida 33136.
Develop the Task
(.Transition provides workforce readiness training, job training opportunities. career counseling
and employment placement pre-release/post-release.
2. Completion of on -boarding application, conducting computerized interest profiler. Program
Orientation/1A'orklurce Readiness Training (Develop resume. Thank You Letter. ('over Letter.
Mock Interview and VVork Etiquette).
3. Participants meet weekly with Placement Specialist, identifying and addressing employment
harriers. and creating an Individual
Employment Plan including short-term and long-term goals.
4. Participants receive career counseling for two years.
5. Clients will complete employment and educational training programs. both pre-release and
post release, within 3-4 months of enrollment and maintain employment for one year. A poor
work history and lack of education impacts the ability of the reentering individual to lind work.
II' staff will support/advocate tier reentering clients by identifying underlying barriers and
oaring impact ful opportunities for growth.
6. Clients will reunify with their families and irraintain a functional relationship. IP stair will
advocate for the reunilication/strengthening oflamilies/communities by providing, pre/post-release
individual/family counseling with the option of returning to counseling at any time. When
neighborhoods lose family members. they lose the ability to maintain social controls. weakening
lamilics and destabilizing neighborhoods.
7. Clients will improve mental wellbeing through completion ofmental health and substance abuse
treatment/counseling. Of tbrnlerly incarcerated individuals, 43% have at least one substance
dependence one-year post -release. 28% using cocaine and 33% cannabis. 2 Reentry outcomes
are poorer for those who experienced mental illness prior to incarceration or are experiencing "Post
Incarceration Syndrome— post -release. Research has shown that inmates with major psychiatric
disorders. including depressive disorders and psychotic disorders, are twice as likely to undergo
two or three additional incarcerations.
9. Clients will not reof end and will complete probation/parole. The cycle of incarceration and
reentry drives the engine of racialized inequality. Inadequate education. class, and racial bias
limited opportunities prior to incarceration and upon release. Long-lasting change happens when
employment, mental health/case management services are provided. We locus on individual
strengths. human dignity self- determination.
Outcome Measures
• "Transition will 250 Ovenown residents with employment opportunities
• 8O ' of participants will create Individual Fnlployment Plans
• 75% will have or receive assistance receiving 11)s.
• 75% vilI complete Workforce Readiness Training
• 65% will become employed.
• 100% will receive follow-up support.
• 70?4, of clients will receive case management services.
• 65°%° of clients will receive wrap -around services.
Identify the Deliverables
Participants will receive Initial Assessments by Placement Specialist
Participants will receive Workforce Readiness Training by Transition Staff
Participants will receive job referrals and. job placements_
Participants will receive job training skills in the fbllowing areas: Forklift. O.S.11.A.. (GE) classes.
Security (guard License (Class D) and CDI,
Participants will receive Initial Assessments from Case Management Team
Participants will have access to Individual and Group Counseling
Identify Grants Applied to for Additional Funding and Status
('ity of Miami Community Development 13lock Grant (Pending)
Miami Foundation 2023 Community Grants (Pending)
DCF's Responsible Fatherhood Initiative (Pending)
Provide Monthly Calendar Schedule
On -Boarding is offered daily (Mondays -
Fridays. Sam -- 2pm)
Program On -Boarding, Process -. Completion
of program application. computerized
assessment. background search. presentation
of1-9 documentation. Establishing participants
file in the Apricot system. Prior to orientation
the participant will meet with Transition's
Social Worker and a representative from the
Florida Rights Restoration Coalition to
determine if wrap -around services are required
and if the participant needs ass►stance with
court lines and fees to become eligible to vote.
Transition's Program Specialist will monitor
our on -hoarding process.
Oriemation Participants are informed of the
benefits. policies. and procedures of our
programs including our program lrainings.
dress code and mock interview session.
Transition's Lead Placement Specialist will
provide orientation. assign participants and
monitor
Orientation is offered daily (Mondays
Fridays. 10anm & 2pm)
Ihtilicrl ilsses'sment A reyi(AV of the
participants' lilt and questionnaire to
determine participants' employment barriers.
IW orklorce Readiness 'Training- Development
of Resume. ('over letter. Thank You Letter
and Mock Interview Session.
Initial Assessments are perlOrmed at the
participant's first meeting with their assigned
Placement Specialist.
Workforce Readiness 'braining is normally
scheduled as part of the participants lirst or
second meeting with the Placement Specialist.
Individual Employment Plan OEM or The Placement Specialist co -creates the 11 P or
Individual Reentry Plan (IRP) - We chart the 1RP with the participant
participants short- and long-term employment session.
and educational goals xvithin our Apricot
system.
in their second
Joh Search - Placement Specialist assist the
participant Nvith job search.
('ase Management - Transition's Social
Worker will identify and assist the participant
with wrap -around services. ('Iinical risk
assessments. treatment plans. and
Individual/wouptlamily psychosocial support.
Placement Specialist will have weekly
meetings with participant to assist with ,job
search until they are successful.
Ongoing - Social Worker and Case Manager
will provide referrals and tallow -up calls to
service providers and participants. In addition.
Individual counseling session will be provided
(if necessary ).
Wrap -Around Sei races Services including
housing/shelter. mental health needs,
identification. social services will he provided
to participants.
"1 rainini,' (Employment and Educational) -
Monthly employment trainings will be offered
at our center and community partner sites.
follow-up - Peer Support Specialist - Phone
calls will be made to participants and
employers.
Ongoing - Based the need of the participant.
Ongoing - Employment (minings are offered
monthly.
Ongoing - 'Transition's Peer Support
Specialist will complete 30-, 60-. 90- and 120-
dav follow-up phone calls to ensure the
success of the participant.
/sinpinrurc nt 1 erl/ircrttorts - Proof of
employment.
Ongoing - Transition xvill obtain Employment
Verifications as proof of that participant is
currently working.
Project ('hymn!
September 30, 2024 — A final repor► will be
presented to the SEOPW C'RA and City
Commissioners on or before October 15.2024.
Please lind attached a sample of our Monthly Progress Report document.
Agency Name:
Contract Number:
Program Name:
CONTRACT A 19
TRANSITION'S
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWNIPARK WEST (SEOPW) C.R.A.
MONTHLY PROGRESS REPORT
Transition. Inc
Fenamng
Transition's One -Slap Work Center
1
Activity
I Output
Initial Assessment (Employment and
Counseling)
Target
400
Unit
Participants
(Overtown)
400
Total
Participants
Oct•23
Nov-23
Allocation Amount:
Contract Period:
T'IIIAlII,YI1i�ON
5445,491.15
October'', 2023 - September 30. 2024
Dec-23 Jan-24, Feb-24
Reporting Month:
Mar-24
Apr-24
May-24
Jun-24
Jul-24
Aug•24
Sep-24
YTD
2
WorkForce Readiness (Resume
Activity , Development, Cover and Thank You
Letters)
Output
Activity
Output
Develop Individual
Employment/Reentry Plans
Activity
4
r--
Output
300
300
320
Participants
(Overtown)
Total
Participants
Participants
(Overtown)
YTD % of
Target
Achieved
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
320
Obtain Employment 350
350
320
Activity
5
Case Management (Individual
Services)
Total
Participants
Participants
(Overtown)
Total
Participants
100%
Participants
(Overtownl
100%
100%
100%
General C90. '9 u;I6/:92.3
Output
Activity
[Output
Wrap -Around Services
Activity #I
Activity
320 Total Referrals
260
260
Participants
(Overtown)
Total
Participants
Explain any variances between the actual and targeted number of clients served and outputs produced (Identity each activity S separately. If applicable):
100%
100%
100%
SECTION 2: !MODIFICATIONS
If there a e any key changes to the program and/or activitylies►, please describe. For example, proposed change in service location, service interruption of any type, etc.).
SECTION 3. PERSONNEL MATTERS If the program has any hey personnel vacancies (budgeted staff and/or executive/operational positions), please complete below.
If there are no vacancies, please type "none "below.
Name
Position
Separation Date
Estimated Timeline of hiring
replacement
Additional Comments
SECTION 4: QUALITY ASSURANCE
Authorized Personnel Print Name & Title
SECTION 5: ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Authorized Signature Date
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Proposal: Transition's One -Stop Work Center
SE 1' RY6
A SECOND CHAN
Transition, Inc. has a history of providing job development, training, referrals, and placement services
in ( )vcrt ,wn to previously incarcerated people as well as the homeless, low income, single -parented
households, veterans and more! We take pride in delivering comprehensive programs that positively
impact our communities.
While 'Transition has a long-term proven success with our core mission of helping justice involved
people find and maintain meaningful, gainful employment, we have expanded beyond by providing
"wrap around" services, including (il'.l) preparation, transportation assistance, food stamps, case
management, counseling and almost everything else short of housing. It is our experience that the
participants we serve, and the ether under-scr•ed communities we have conic to serve, including
troubled/disassociated youth, have distinct, additional needs that must be filled for them to be able In
undertake a meaningful opportunity for employment. Our participants do not have the time or
bandwidth to make multiple appointments xvith different agencies to obtain other support. 'Therefore,
we offer our "One -Stop Center" to address the needs of ( )vertown residents.
\1'c have found that when we refer people out for these services, the perception (and the reality) is we
are not truly assisting them but, instead, sending them to a sea of red tape, bureaucracy, and time and
logistics sinks. ( )n the other hand, when we have developed a positive rapport \vith our clients (we
have a knack for this), and then provide the range of assistance needed in a "one stop" format, we
have the best opportunity to effectuate our core mission: helping them gel and maintain employment.
Transition will provide the following services to the residents of ( )vertnwn:
( )ur "( The -Stop (:enter" \yill provide the following: Workforce Readiness Training, job I )cvclopment,
.Job Training, job placement, (;asc Nlanagenxnt, and Wrap -around Services. In addition, participants
may attend Financial literacy and Digital 1•;ducation offerings.
Transition
One -Stop Work Center!
Work Training (Workforce Readiness Training)
Workforce readiness (work training) is a necessary component in searching for employment. In tuda1's
competitive economy, it is critically important that job seekers know how to explore career options,
research job opportunities and apply for jobs; know how to communicate their skills and
competencies: know limy to present themselves in the very best light during a job interview: know
how to prepare business documents including a resume, cover letter and thank you letter; know- how
to obtain required documentation for work authorization; and know how to listen attentively, follow
instructions, and complete work assignments to distinguish themselves with supervisors and
associates.
Our Placement Specialists help participants increase their likelihood of employment by engaging
participants. "Through discussion and practice, participants will become acquainted with these and
other workf(wee readiness concepts such as completing the onboarding process, satisfying job
performance standards, and managing personal finances. They will also learn how to prepare a
resume, cover letter, and thank you letter, conduct job searches, complete online job applications, and
participate in a mock job interview durin class.
Participants are assigned a Placement Specialist who works with them to explore career options, review
their resumes, contact corporate emplovers, and schedule job interviews. The Placement Specialist
then determines whether additional occupational skills training is necessar should a client wish to
pursue employment opportunities in, for instance, the construction, logistics, IT, security, or health
care industries. Prior to the interview, the participants will undergo a muck interview with his/her
Placement Specialist to practice and tailor responses to the Jul) he/she is pursuing. Participants are
expected to meet regularh with their Placement Specialist until they secure employment.
Proactive Coaching and Wrap -Around Services
Our Peer Support Specialist will maintain contact with participants from the point of recruitment
through job placement and beyond. Staff work with clients to determine and provide critical wrap
around services and support to successfully secure and sustain employment, career advancement, and
self-sustainability.
If participants encounter barriers or challenges, they have reads• access to key staff For mcmoring
and/or life coach assistance.
Participants' on -boarding will consist of ca,mpleting program application and career assessment.
Transition primarily uses the i'lv Next i'lnvc Career Assessment. ply Next Move is designed to help
participants understand how a variety of personal attributes (i.c., data values, preferences, motivations,
aptitudes, and skills) impact their potential success, satisfaction with different career options and work
environments.
A fter each participant completes their application and career assessment, they will receive instruction
in an orientation session prior to meeting Ihcir assumed Placement Specialist. The orientation will
provide the history" of the organization, a review of our programs fund services, organization
policies/rules and a breakdown of the requirements for participating in the Workforce Readiness
'I"t:aining Program.
Following orientation, each participant will be scheduled for a one-on-one meeting with their
Placement Specialist. During this meertng an Initial Assessment (IA) will be completed: The Initial
as§cssmenr wi11 oiler insight into the employment barriers of each participant (i.e., lack of
transportation, valid 1-9 documents). In addition, the Initial Assessment will shed light into other areas
outside of employment that may require much -needed wrap -around services. The Placennetlt Specialist
and participant will also begin work on their lndividualized EmpIo .meat Plan (1l:P). "1'hc 11?Pis jointly
developed by the participant and the Placement Specialist and identifies the participants employment
goals, determines the combination of services needed for the participant to reach employment goals,
and is one of the most effective ways to serve individuals with barriers ro employment and to
coordinate services. Short term and long employment goals including; potential educational and job
training opportunities ser e as benchmarks on the I1:P.
Job Creation
Each participant will meet xcith a Placement Specialist once a week to obtain job referrals and job
placement opportunities. ( )ur staff will remain proactively engaged with participants to ensure thcv
succeed in satisfying job performance standards as well as adopting additional life skills to remain
financially stable and personally self sufficient. 'Transition's Peer Support Specialist will perform 30-
day, 60 day and 911-day follow-ups with participants to track their success or provide additional
support.
Case Management Services
Participants will also have access to (:;Ise Management services to address needs outside the so pc of
employment. ( )ur Social Worker and Case 1\tanager will provide support in mental
health/counseling/psychusocial support services based on client requests and referrals. Individuals
will identify issues that lead to incarceration and ]earn new ways to cope with psychosocial stressors.
We will assist participants in the development/implementation of case plans encompassing family
reunification, entpl)ynlenl, housing, life skills, education, procurement of benefits and basic needs,
while providing advocacy and continuous support.
Financial Literacy
"Transition partners with several banking institutions to offer a free Financial Literacy Workshop Series
component has been added to our pr,gram.11ie goal of this program is to help participants to develop
a stronger understanding of basic financial concepts that war, the\ can handle their money better.
The workshop is offered on the third "Tuesday of each month at 5:31/pn1 at our center.
Digital Education
-Transition partners with Miami Dade College to offer free digital education classes at our center
Tuesdays and 'Thursdays, ()pm — iipm. The course covers Microsoft Word, 1 ?xcel, Power Point, l::mail
and Internet usage.
Job Training & Educational Opportunities
Employment 'Training opportunities arc available to participants in several areas including Security
Guard certification, (rill:1 Training, NI(:(;Elt Cure, Forklift and food Ilandler's certification. In
addition, Transition offers Correctional Transition Academy in partnership with the Florida
Department of Transportation and participant can earn their General Equivalency Diploma ((;l 1))
through our partnership with Miami l)adc (:ollegc and Lindsey •Technical College.
TRANSITION'S 2022 IMPACT REPORT
Gender
Female 33° o
Male 6 2°io
Orher 5%
Nlcan
Median
Annual income
$16,080
$15,48(1
Age
Mean 39.8
Median 37.6
Range 18-88
17 & tuidcr 5° �
18-64 94%
65 & older
Racial ldentiiv
Black/African American 62`;o
Caucasian 14",/ o
Bi-racial 6%
Other 18%
Ethnicity
Hispanic
Non-l-lispanic
Other
369/o
61'Y
BY THE NUMBERS
(10/1/2021 - 12/31/ 2022)
BOOT CAMP REENTRY PARTICIPANTS 180
ADULT REENTRY PARTICIPANTS 428
SERVICES FOR JUSTICE INVOLVED PERSONS 390
WORKFORCE READINESS PARTICIPANTS 401
INDIVIDUAL EMPLOYMENT/REENTRY PLANS 479
OBTAIN EMPLOYMENT 336
JOB TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES 185
MENTAL HEALTH ASSESSMENT 220
CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES/REFERRALS 364
COUNSELING SESSIONS 207
\With your support, 'Transition's One Stop Center will continue to scree ( )vertown residents and offer
the guidance and knowledge to overcome challenges to becoming and maintaining employment. As a
part of the ( )vcrtown community fur over 20 years, 'Transition understands its impact on the lives of
the people we are fortunate to serve each day! \Vc firmly believe in our work and we have seen the
difference in our community because of it! We thank you fur your careful consideration of our
proposal.
PROGRAM BUDGET
Annual Budget
Salaries Staff
Lead Placement Specialist
I Placement Specialist
Front Desk
Boot Camp Coordinator
OMB Placement Specialist
Social Worker
Case Manager
Total Staff Salaries
Admin
Executive Director
Bookkeeper
Fringe
Telephone and network
Office Supplies
Postage
Equipment Rental: Copier
General Liability Insurance
Paychex
Marketing
Sub -Total
Pro2ramming
Forklift Classes
Training (OSHA )
GED classes
Security Guard License fClass
Program Supplies
Sub -Total
$42,000
$38,000
$36,500
$41,600
$38
_ _ ,000
$55,000
$45,000
$296,100
______________
$6,500_1
$3,500
$35,324.73
$8,000
$4,200
$500
$3,000
$3,500
$5,000_
$3,000
--
$72,524.73
_ $slopg
$2,500
$2,500
$13000
$5,938
$28,938 1
Sub -Total
Total
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SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
July 27, 2023
THE SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
INTER -OFFICE COVER MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Christine King Da July 27, 2023 File:
Members of the SEOPW CRA Board
Subject: 4/5ths Bid Waiver to Suited for Success Inc.in
fiscal year 2023-2024.
From: James McQueen References:
Executive Director
Enclosures:
BACKGROUND:
A Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Agency ("SEOPW CRA") by a four -fifths (4/5ths) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, ratifying,
approving, and confirming the Executive Director's recommendation and finding that competitive negotiation
methods and procedures are not practicable or advantageous pursuant to sections 18-85 and 18-86 of the code of
the City of Miami, Florida, as amended, as adopted by the SEOPW CRA; waiving the requirements for
competitive sealed bidding as not being practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA; authorizing the
allocation of grant funds in an amount not to exceed One -Hundred Ninety Thousand Dollars and Zero cents
($190,000.00) ("Funds"), to support the Suited for Success Inc., is a Florida not for profit corporation ("SFS").
SFS has requested funds from the SEOPW CRA for continued support for the job -training and employment
support ("Job Training") to increase residents' confidence within the Redevelopment Area in their ability to secure
employment and knowledge of the job search process.
JUSTIFICATION:
Pursuant to Section 163.340(9) of the Florida Statutes "community redevelopment...means undertakings,
activities, or projects...in a community redevelopment area for the elimination and prevention of the development
or spread of slums and blight."
Section 2, Goal 4 of the 2018 Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency Updated Plan
(the "Plan") lists the "creati[on of] jobs within the community..." as a stated redevelopment goal.
Section 2, Goal 6, of the Plan, lists the "[i]mprove[ment of] the [q]uality of [1]ife for residents" as a stated
redevelopment goal.
Section 2, Principle 4 of the Plan provides "that employment opportunities be made available to existing residents
..." as a stated redevelopment principle.
163.370, Florida Statue Powers; Counties and Municipalities; Community Redevelopment Agencies. - (b) To
disseminate slum clearance and community redevelopment information.
FUNDING:
$190,000.00 allocated from SEOPW "Other Grants and Aids" Account No. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000.
FACT SHEET:
Company name: Suited for Success, Inc.
Address: 1600 N.W. 3' Avenue, Suite 111 Miami, FL 33136
Number of participants: Targeting 350 participants.
Funding request: $190,000.00
Age range of participants: 16 - 70.
Scope of work or services (Summary): Provide employment skill training courses, interviewing skills, and
career development services to residents within the Redevelopment Area.
SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
July 27. 2023
THE SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
INTER -OFFICE COVER MEMORANDUM
Board Chair Christine King Date: July 27, 2023 File:
Members of the SEOPW CRA Board
Subject: 4/5ths Bid Waiver to Community Works
Training Program, Inc.in fiscal year 2023-
2024.
James McQueen References:
Executive Director
BACKGROUND:
Enclosures:
A Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Agency ("SEOPW CRA") by a four -fifths (4/5ths) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, ratifying,
approving, and confirming the Executive Director's recommendation and finding that competitive negotiation
methods and procedures are not practicable or advantageous pursuant to sections 18-85 and 18-86 of the code of
the City of Miami, Florida, as amended, as adopted by the SEOPW CRA; waiving the requirements for
competitive sealed bidding as not being practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA; authorizing the
allocation of grant funds in an amount not to exceed Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Dollars and Zero cents
($220,000.00) ("Funds"), to support Community Works Training Program, Inc., is a Florida not for profit
corporation ("CWTP"). CWTP has requested funds from the SEOPW CRA for the Overtown Employment
Assistance Center to provide job employment assistance to the residents within the Redevelopment Area located
at 1490 N.W. 3' Avenue, Suite 106 Miami, Florida ("Property").
JUSTIFICATION:
Section 2, Goals 4 and 6, at page 10 of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Plan
("Updated Plan") lists the "creati[on of] jobs within the community" and "improving the quality of life for
residents" as stated redevelopment goals.
Section 2, Principle 6, at page 14 of the Plan provides that in order to "address and improve the neighborhood
economy and expand economic opportunities of present and future residents and businesses[,] ... [it is necessary
to] support and enhance existing businesses and ... attract new businesses that provide needed services and
economic opportunities ...."
163.370, Florida Statue Powers; Counties and Municipalities; Community Redevelopment Agencies. - (b) To
disseminate slum clearance and community redevelopment information.
FUNDING:
$220,000.00 allocated from SEOPW Tax Increment Fund, entitled "Other Grants and Aids" Account No.
10050.920101.883000.0000.00000.
FACT SHEET:
Company name: Community Works Training Program, Inc.
Address: 1490 N.W. 3rd Avenue, Suite 106 Miami, Florida 33136
Number of participants: Targeting 36 - 48 participants
From January - December 2022: 44 placements; 207 Job referrals for 260 interviews
in 2022.
From January - May 2023: 19 Job placements; 98 Job Referrals for 98 interviews.
Funding request: $220,000.00
Age range of participants: 18 - 65 years old.
Scope of work or services (Summary): Assist Redevelopment Area Residents with job employment assistance.
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE SOUTHEAST
OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ("SEOPW CRA"), BY A
FOUR -FIFTHS (4/5THS) AFFIRMATIVE VOTE, AFTER AN ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARING,
RATIFYING, APPROVING, AND CONFIRMING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S
RECOMMENDATION AND FINDING THAT COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATION METHODS AND
PROCEDURES ARE NOT PRACTICABLE OR ADVANTAGEOUS PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 18-
85 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, AS ADOPTED BY THE
SEOPW CRA; WAIVING THE REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPETITIVE SEALED BIDDING AS NOT
BEING PRACTICABLE OR ADVANTAGEOUS TO THE SEOPW CRA; AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISPERSE FUNDS, AT HIS DISCRETION, ON A REIMBURSEMENT
BASIS OR DIRECTLY TO VENDORS, UPON PRESENTATION OF INVOICES AND
SATISFACTORY DOCUMENTATION, SUBJECT TO THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDING, FROM
THE GRANTS AND AIDS" ACCOUNT NO. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000, IN AN AGGREGATE
AMOUNT TO NOT EXCEED TWO HUNDRED TWENTY THOUSAND DOLLARS AND ZERO
CENTS ($220,000.00) ("'FUNDS") TO COMMUNITY WORKS TRAINING PROGRAM., A
FLORIDA NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION TO ASSIST WITH THE OVERTOWN
EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE CENTER IN FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024
("PURPOSE");FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE AND
EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT, INCLUDING ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY, ALL 1N
FORMS ACCEPTABLE TO THE GENERAL COUNSEL; FOR THE ALLOCATION OF THE FUNDS
FOR THE PURPOSE STATED HEREIN; SUBJECT TO THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDING;
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW
CRA") is a community redevelopment agency created pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, and is
responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its redevelopment area
in accordance with the 2018 Updated Southeast Overtown/Park West Redevelopment Plan Update (the
"Plan"); and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 4 on page 10 of the 2018 Southeast Overtown/ParkWest Community
Redevelopment Agency Updated Plan (the "Updated Plan") lists the "creati[on of] jobs within the
community ... "as a stated redevelopment goal; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 6, on page 10 of the 2018 Southeast Overtown/Park West
Community Updated Redevelopment Agency Plan (the "Updated Plan"), lists the " [i]mprovement
of] the [q]uality of life for residents" as a stated redevelopment goal; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 4, on page 13 of the Updated Plan provides that "employment
opportunities be made available to existing residents ... " as a stated redevelopment principle; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 6, on page 14 of the Updated Plan provides that to "address and
improve the neighborhood economy and expand economic opportunities of present and future
residents ... "
WHEREAS, since 2010 the Grantee, has operated the Overtown Employment Assistance Center
("Assistance Center"), a job training and placement program; and
WHEREAS, due to the success of the program, Grantee now seeks assistance for continued support
operating at the office location for Overtown residents at the Overtown Business Resource Center, 1490
NW 3rd Avenue, Suite 106, Miami, Florida, 33136 to enhance its job training and placement program
("Program"); and
WHEREAS, Grant funds for this project will be used to administer the Overtown Business
Resource Center (the "Program"); and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners finds that authorizing this Resolution would further the
SEOPW CRA redevelopment goals and objectives; and
WHEREAS, based on the recommendation and findings of the Executive Director, it is in the
SEOPW CRA's best interest for the Board of Commissioners to authorize, by an affirmative four -fifths
(4/5ths) vote, a waiver of competitive sealed bidding procedures pursuant to Section 18-85 and 18-86 of
the Code of the City of Miami, Florida, as amended ("City Code"), as adopted by the SEOPW CRA, and
to authorize the Executive Director to negotiate and executive any and all agreements necessary, all in
forms acceptable to the General Counsel, with Community Works Training Program for provision of grant
funds in an amount not to exceed EIGHTY- TWO HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS AND ZERO
CENTS ($200,000.00) subject to the availability of funds;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE
CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA:
Section 1. The recitals and findings contained in the Preamble to this Resolution are adopted
by reference and incorporated herein as if fully set forth in this Section.
Section 2. By a four -fifths (4/5th) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, the
Executive Director's recommendation and written findings that competitive negotiation methods and
procedures are not practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA, pursuant to Section 18-85 and 18-86
of the City Code, as adopted by the SEOPW CRA, and waiving the requirements for said procedures is
ratified, approved, and confirmed.
Section 3. The Executive Director is hereby authorized to disperse funds, at his discretion, on
a reimbursement basis or directly to vendors, upon presentation of invoices and satisfactory documentation
from the Grants and Aids" Account No. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000 for the Program at Community
Works Training Program.
Section 4. The Executive Director is authorized to negotiate and execute an agreement,
including any and all necessary documents, and all -in forms acceptable to the General Counsel, for said
purpose.
Section 5. Sections of this Resolution may be renumbered or re -lettered and corrections of
typographical errors which do not affect the intent may be authorized by the Executive Director, or the
Executive Director's designee, without need of public hearing, by filing a corrected copy of same with the
City Clerk.
Section 6. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.
SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
July 27, 2023
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
4/5ths RECOMMENDATION INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Board Chair Christine King
Members of the SEOPW CRA Board
Date: July 27, 2023 File:
Subject: Request to waive competitive sealed bidding
methods pursuant to City Code 18-85(a) for Community
Works Training Program, Inc.
From: James McQueen References:
Executive Director
Enclosures:
BACKGROUND:
A Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Agency ("SEOPW CRA") by a four -fifths (4/5ths) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, ratifying,
approving, and confirming the Executive Director's recommendation and finding that competitive negotiation
methods and procedures are not practicable or advantageous pursuant to sections 18-85 and 18-86 of the code of
the City of Miami, Florida, as amended, as adopted by the SEOPW CRA; waiving the requirements for
competitive sealed bidding as not being practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA; authorizing the
allocation of grant funds in an amount not to exceed Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Dollars and Zero cents
($220,000.00) ("Funds"), to support Community Works Training Program, Inc., is a Florida not for profit
corporation ("CWTP"). CWTP has requested funds from the SEOPW CRA for the Overtown Employment
Assistance Center to provide job employment assistance to the residents within the Redevelopment Area located
at 1490 N.W. 3rd Avenue, Suite 106 Miami, Florida ("Property").
RECOMMENDATION:
In light of the above stated, approval of a waiver of the formal requirements of competitive sealed bidding methods
as not being practicable or advantageous to the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Agency as set forth in the City Code of Ordinances, as amended, specifically Section 18-85 (A), and the
affirmation of these written findings and the forwarding the same to the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast
Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency by a four fifths vote is respectfully requested.
APPROVED
McQueen, Exe utive Director
Christine King
Board Chair
James McQueen
Executive Director
Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Board of Commissioners ("Board") of the Southeast Overtown/ Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
{;"SEOPW CRA"} will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. or anytime thereafter in
the City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami, FL 33133. The
Board will consider the allocation of funding to Community Works Training Program, Inc., to provide job
employment assistance to the residents within the Redevelopment Area.
In accordance with the SEOPW CRA 2018 Redevelopment Plan Update ("Plan") and Florida Statutes 163, the
Board will consider the allocation of funding, in an amount not to exceed Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Dollars
and Zero Cents ($220.000.00) for the Overtown Employment Assistance Center.
Inquiries regarding this notice may be addressed to James McQueen, Executive Director, SEOPW CRA, at (305)
679-6800.
This action is being considered pursuant to Sections 18-85 (a) of the Code of the City of Miami, Florida as
amended ("Code"). The recommendation and findings to be considered in this matter are set forth in the proposed
resolution and in Code Sections 18-85 (a), which are deemed to be incorporated by reference herein, and are
available as with the scheduled SEOPW CRA Board meeting on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. or
anytime thereafter in the City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami,
FL 33133.
All comments and questions with respect to the meeting and remote public participation should be addressed to
James McQueen, Executive Director, at 819 N.W. 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor, Miami Florida 33136 (305) 679-6800.
Should any person desire to appeal any decision of the Board with respect to any matter considered at this
meeting, that person shall ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, including all testimony and
evidence upon which any appeal may be based (F.S. 286.0105).
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accommodations to
participate in this proceeding may contact the Office of the City Clerk at (305) 250-5361 (Voice), not later than
two (2) business days prior to the proceeding. TTY users may call 711 (Florida Relay Service), not later than two
(2) business days prior to the proceeding.
(SEOPW CRA Seal)
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Todd B. Hannon
Clerk of the Board
1190 NW 3' ; Avenue, Suite 106 • f4ami, Fior da ?313
Phone: (855) 298-7157* Fes" (088) 669-1811 Cellular 3O5-761-7-1-13
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Introduction:
Community Work Training Program (CWTP) is a community based employment assistance center that provides financial
opportunities to individuals and businesses in the form of jobs to individuals that provide them with economic resources_
te— uhpart-their familydreams-andforbusirises we provide quality employees for them to grow their businesses, in
addition we mentor them both in planning their economic success.
Project Purpose and Scope of Work:
The purpose of our project and our scope of work goes hand in hand, it is to help Individuals and Businesses achieve
financial and economic success.
VUth individuals we register them into our database with specific documents which includes:
1.) a Resume to identify what experience and skills the clients posses, with the Resume we are able to review and tweak it
for accuracy and clarity to secure the position that they are seeking.
2.) a Valid Identification to verify their proof of residence and provide proper identification to potential employers for hiring.
3.) a Social Security Card which validates that our clients are eligible to be employed and work in America.
4.) a Piece of Mail with their name and current address on it, this document serves as an additional proof of residency.
5.) Our Consent and Disclosure form that authorizes us to share client information with our affiliates for the purpose of
securing resources to assist them in obtaining their goals and objectives.
With Businesses we register them into our database by completing a company informational work order which includes:
1.) Name of the company and contact information, 2.) Job Position Title to be hired, 3) Number of Positions to be hired,
4.) Pay Rate for the Position, 5.) Job description, 6.) Qualification Required, 7.) Full -Time or Part -Time, 8.) Reporting and
Ending Time / Hours of work, 9.) Background Checks Required, 10.) Drug Screening Required, In addition we provide
businesses with selective recruitment services, Job Fairs if needed and we connect them to other community resources
such as Career Source South Florida Paid Work Experience (PWE) and On The Job Training (OJT).
CWTP goals and purpose is to provide a database of individuals and businesses to be available for the work/jobs and
business contracts opportunities that arises within our communities. Our team of 4 Success Coaches forms a support
system for the community residents and businesses to accomplish their goals, Our Success Coaches assist community
residents with a variety of wrap around services to enhance the viability of those that are seeking employment
opportunities. We only offer job opportunities that provides our clients with a livable or prevailing wage income of at least
$14.00 per hour or higher.
Work Location:
CWTP primary location is at1490 NW 3rd Ave. Suite 106 Miami, FI. 33136, Community resident can visit our office Monday
thru Friday from 9:00 am-5:00 pm or visit our website @ www.communityworkprogram.com to register for our services.
We are also available via virtual calls and our toll free telephone number at 855-298-7462.Once clients are registered we
refer clients to potential jobs that meet or match our employers job criterias, if clients are hired we provide wrap around
service to the clients which start with weekly telephone follow up calls to provide additional services that may be needed
such as bus passes, financial literacy advice, referrals to housing agencies, food banks, mental and physical health
services, PPE's, tools or dress clothes for work assignments. Our goal is to provide support to our clients so that they can
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Statement of Work
Develop The Task:
CWTP tracks each aspect of our deliverable services starting with 1.) visitors or visitations to our office on a daily sign
in log, that also includes all incoming and outgoing telephone calls to all individuals and businesses.
2.) Registration,it is_our goal to_register every client_that-visits-ear•e#ee-seeking.ei „pluyn lent, but in order o povide our
service it is mandatory that each client provide the required document mentioned above so that we could facilitate their
desired goal of being referred to a job opportunity.
3.) Referrals, once our clients are registered we refer them to multiple job opportunities, we track both the number of
clients referred and the number of referrals as well.
4.) Placements, Once our client has been placed on a job we mentor them on a weekly basis about the importance of
work ethics and work etiquette like punctuality, dress codes, money management, conduct and conflict resolution and
much more.
5.) Income, once our clients are employed we require them to forward us a copy of their pay check and pay stubs so that
we can verify that they are still employed, verify that the wages they are earning are what the employers advertised and
promised to pay and also to show the total financial economic impact of the money that is paid to the community
residents
Grants and Funding_Status :
CWTP primary funding source is from the Southeast Overtown Parkwest Community Redevelopment Agency
(SEOPW CRA), we are supported by the Miami Dade County Beacon Council's Miami Community Venture Program
(MCV) that is underwritten by Career Source South Florida funds.
CWTP has acquired funding thru Miami Dade County District 3 Mom & Pop Grant Program, Opportunity Connect
Program @ the Center for Black Innovations ,CVVTP also utilizes Business Loans and Business Lines of credit that we
have established to support our business.
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Milestones and Deliverables:
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CVVTP has plans to expand our model to the South (FI. City/Homestead) and North (Miami Gardens/ North Miami
Beach) ends of Miami Dade County.
CWTP has been operational since it's incorporation in May of 2010, after 7 years of organizing and creating measurable
productive systems and outcomes measures. In May of 2017 we began to capture the data pertaining to our efforts.
Starting with a goal of assisting and mentor 36 community residents per year or 3 per month to find and maintain full-time
employment, over the last 5 years CWTP has assisted and mentored 60 community residents per year to find and
maintain full-time employment. Over 10 thousand residents has come to our office seeking assistance to enhance their
lives.
In conclusion, CVVTP is now poised with the tools to help community residents and businesses move their economic
needles to a positive financial position.
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Statement of Work
Monthly Calendar / Schedule:
All of our scheduled activity are conducted Monday thru Friday from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm and we also participate in
collaborative event with our affiliate partners upon scheduled request.
Offiee-hours of operaticros are Mondaythru Frid : am m during these hours we provide all of our
services to our clients, We also create the following timelines for productivity purposes.
Visitation hours are 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Registration hours 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Referral hours 9:00 am -5:00 pin
Telephone Calls In coming and out going 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Lunch hour 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Partnership, Collaboration and Training meeting via zoom and in person 24hrs / 7days a week.
James McQueen, Executive Director
South East Overtown Park West
Community Redevelopment Agency
819 NW 2nd Ave., 3rd Floor
Miami, FL 33136
Re: 2023-2024 Fiscal Year CRA Overtown Employment Assistance Center
Dear Mr. James McQueen:
Please find attached for consideration Community Work Training Program, Inc. proposal to continue to manage the Overtown
Employment Assistance Center. We are requesting Grant funds to continue and expand our successful efforts in providing employment
assistance to the residents of the Overtown Community.
Overtown Employment Assistance Center over the last 70 months has had over 10,985 residents to visit our office seeking
employment assistance, During that same time period we have registered over 1,224 residents seeking employment and have referred
over 1,482 residents to over 1,923 various positions, which has yield 368 job placements.
Community Work Training Program has also begun to track the income that the program participants are generating through being
employed within the community on SEOPW CRA funded projects. For example St. John Apartments has had approximately 8
residents on average working on the site earning an average of approximately $15,000.00 per month in income, Lyric Plaza
Apartments has had approximately 10 residents on average working on the site earning an average of approximately $25,000.00 per
month in income, Town Park South Project has had approximately 7 residents on average working on the site earning an average of
approximately $12,000.00 per mouth in income, over the last 70 months we have tracked over 1.8 million dollars paid directly to
the residents We have placed on jobs throughout the community.
Community Work Training Program goals at the Overtown Employment Assistance Center is to document that the SEOPW CRA is
delivering on the promise of responsible wage paying Jobs, social and economic support that assist the residents and create a pathway
to economic revitalization to the residents ofOvertown.
The 3 SEOPW CRA projects mentioned above has employed approximately 25 residents on average, earning approximately
$52,000.00 per month in income to Overtown residents. With the upcoming Sawyer Walk project we anticipate between 100-150
residents will be employed and the Employment Assistance Center thru the SEOPW CRA support is laying the foundation for families
to build their future success.
Community Work Training Program, tic. respectfully request the renewal o four grant in the amount of$220,000.00 to continue the
work at hand ii the Overtown Community.
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Emanuel Washington,
1490 NW 3 ta:Avenue, Suite 106 Miami, Florida 33136
Phone: (855) 298-7462 Fax: (888) 689-481 I Email: cwtp@cwtpinc.com
Website: www.communityworkprogram.com
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OVERTOWN EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE CENTER
Overtown is one ofthe oldest neighborhoods in the City of Miami. initially designated as a community
for Blacks when Miami was incorporated in 1896. it was inhabited by people who worked on the
railroad and other early industrial and commercial ventures, and was a thriving center of commerce and
culture for the Black conununity, particularly for music and entertainment in the 1940s and 1950s.
Over the decades, the area declined economically due to migration of middle-class Blacks and the
construction of 1-95 and I-395 that bisected the community. In recent years there have been efforts to
preserve the historical churches and the Lyric Theatre and to revitalize the entire Overtown area.
The City of Miami and Southeast Overtown Park West Community Redevelopment Agency in their
infinite wisdoms has not forgotten the promises that were made to the people ofthe Overtown
community to restore the neighborhood.
The SEOPW CRA recognizes that structural revitalization of a community with new buildings,
infrastructure and state o f the arts facilities without economic revitalization o f the existing businesses
and employment opportunities for the residents, recognizes that it would be inconsistent with its goals
to foster progress and growth that reflects the vision and priority ofthe community.
The Overtown community has transformed over the past decade, it has become one ofthe fastest
growing and most desired place to live, work and play in South Florida, which makes Overtown a point
of destination for many.
On June of2015, the City Council ofthe City ofMiami Gardens, Florida issued an ordinance;
ordinance number 2015-06-341. This ordinance is known as the City o f Miami Gardens Business and
Resident Economic Plan or CMG-BREP. This economic plan is designed to ensure that the residents
and the businesses of Miami Gardens not only see and enjoy the structural revitalization ofthe
community, but this ordinance guarantees that they will take part in the economic revitalization and be
assured that the dollars that the City of Miami Gardens gets from its residents and the dollars that they
get on behalf o f its residents, will now find its way back into the homes of the residents they serve.
The City of Miami Gardens Community Development Department has a motto that says,
"Connecting the pieces for a stronger community." This motto echoes the SEOPW CRA written policies
that will connect the Overtown community to its resources and make it stronger.
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"HISTORY Continue"
The City of Miami Department of Community & Economic Development mission statement is to assists
in creating a viable urban community for the neediest people in our City while reducing poverty,
embracing diversity, assisting with economic development, and improving the overall quality oflife.
In November 2004 the SEOPW CRA conducted the Dover Kohl study that outlined 14guiding
principles aimed to facilitate the redevelopment ofthe Overtown community.
In 2009 the City of Miami Planning Department updated the plan to further focus and defined the
guiding principles to structurally and economically revitalize the Overtown Community.
Within the plan, principle number 4of 14states 'There must be variety in employment opportunities"
and an EMPLOYMENT CENTER should be located within the neighborhoods to accommodate those
who wish to live in proximity to their work and reduce dependence on the automobile and long
commutes.
In conclusion the general consensus in the community was that employment opportunities should be a
high priority and made available to the existing residents of the Overtown Community.
"PROBLEM"
Overtown is faced with a unique situation when it comes to employment, not only are the residents
faced with high unemployment and underemployment. Overtown has a recidivism problem, when we
hear the word R E C I D M S M we often think about the revolving doors of crone in our community,
whereby men, women and children are caught up in the cycle ofthe criminal justice system, They
commit crimes, go to jail and serve time in jail, get out ofjail and sadly, but often find themselves
committing another crime and falling back into the cycle of RECIDIVISM.
Well just like the RECIDIVISM of CRIME, the Overtown Community is faced with the
RECIDIVISM of UNEMPLOYMENT AND UNDEREMPLOYMENT, There is a vicious cycle that
Overtown residents face, many residents are employed or underemployed and all of sudden they just
quit the job or maybe even get terminated or just laid off
1490 NW 3 rwAvenne, Suite 106 Miami, Florida33136
Phone: (855) 298-7462 Fax: (888) 689-481 1 Email: cwtp@cwtpinc.com
Website: www.communityworkprogram.com
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"PROBLEM Continue"
There are many reasoning behind these dilenunas, the Community Work Training Program has
identified these causes and the residents that face these problems need to undergo an intense and highly
structured employment mentoring program.
The Community Work Training Program has created a highly effective comprehensive approach to
successfully deal with the problems.
The Community Work Training Program is poised and dedicated to connect the pieces in the Overtown
Conununity as it pertains to the complex employment issues the residents face.
"SOLUTION"
"Continuance and expansion of the Overtown Employment Assistance Center"
Community Work Training Program, lnc.(CWTPINC) unique approach in assisting local residents in
overcoming the inconsistencies to maintaining steady employment and mentoring them to become a
stable part ofthe local workforce over the past 46 months has been unprecedented.
CWTPINC Overtown Employment Assistance Center located at 1490 NW 3rd Ave Suite 106 Miami,
Florida 33136, over this same 70 months time period has had over 10,985 visitor come to our office
seeking employment assistance and job opportunities.
CWTPINC Overtown Employment Assistance Center has registered over 1,224 residents seeking
employment assistance.
CWTPINC Overtown Employment Assistance Center has referred over 1,482 residents seeking job
opportunities to over 1,923 job opportunities.
CWTPINC Overtown Employment Assistance Center has Placed over 368 residents seeking job
opportunities.
1490NW3rd Avenue, Suite 106Miami, Florida33136
Phone: (855) 298-7462 Fax: (888) 689-4811 Email: cwtp@cwtpinc.com
Website: www.communityworkprogram.com
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"SOLUTION Confirm"— —
CWTPINC has provided an Individual Employment Success Plan (1.E.S.P.) for each participant, we
use this tool to track and document the success of the individual we register and refer to jobs
opportunities.
CWTPINC are registering and enrolling residents into available training and apprenticeship
opportunities.
CWTPINC are providing basic work tools and personal protection equipment for resident participant
that need hard hats, safety vest, safety glasses, gloves, hammers, screw drivers, work shirts to start
working initially.
CWTPINC has established relationship with over 50 employers that has opened their Human
Resource Departments and are posting all oftheirjob opportunities with CWTPINC.
CWTPINC has been tracking the income impact of the jobs that the resident participants have been
earning on CRA funded projects such as Lyric Plaza, Lyric Point, Island Living, Courtside
Apartments, St. John Apartments, The World Center, Town Park South, Town Park North and Town
Park Village has yielded more than $75,000.00 per month which equates to over $900.000.00 in
annual income revenue to the Overtown residents.
CWTPNC has been providing basic Financial Literacy to resident participants about budgeting and
developing a pathway to homeownership.
CWTPINC has been providing resident participants with mentoring and conflict resolution skills to
assist them with the capacity to keep the job.
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1490 NW 3 RnAvenue, Suite 106 Miami, Florida 33136
Phone: (855) 298-7462 Fax: (888) 689-4811 Email: cwtp@cwtpinc.com
Website: www.communityworkprogram.com
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$2, 000.00
$1000. 00
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$2000.00
$7, 500, 00
$220, 000.00
1490 NW 3R°Avenue, Suite 106
Miami, Florida 33136
Phone: (855) 298-7462 Fax: (888) 689-4811
Email: cwtp@cwtpinc corn
Website: www.communityworkprogram.com
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