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HomeMy WebLinkAbout25934AGREEMENT INFORMATION AGREEMENT NUMBER 25934 NAME/TYPE OF AGREEMENT SEOPW CRA & COMMUNITY WORK TRAINING PROGRAM, INC. DESCRIPTION GRANT AGREEMENT/COMMUNITY POLICING INNOVATIONS/FILE ID: 18341/CRA-R-25-0063 EFFECTIVE DATE October 1, 2025 ATTESTED BY TODD B. HANNON ATTESTED DATE 1/16/2026 DATE RECEIVED FROM ISSUING DEPT. 1/26/2026 NOTE GRANT AGREEMENT 2,02.5 This GRANT AGREEMENT ("Agreement") is made as of this 1ST day of OM ertle- ("Effective Date") by and between SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, a public agency and body corporate created pursuant to Section 163.356, Florida Statutes ("SEOPW CRA"), and COMMUNITY WORK TRAINING PROGRAM, INC., a Florida For -Profit Corporation ("Grantee") (collectively, the "Parties"), RECITALS WHEREAS, the SEOPW CRA is a community redevelopment agency created pursuant to the Community Redevelopment Act of 1969, currently codified in, Part III, Chapter 163, Florida Statutes (the "Act"), and is responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its redevelopment area ("Redevelopment Area") in accordance with the 2018 Updated Southeast Overtown/Park West Redevelopment Plan (the "Plan"); and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 163.340(9), Florida Statutes, "community redevelopment" refers to activities, including programs, of a "... community redevelopment agency in a community redevelopment area for the elimination and prevention of the development or spread of slum and blight"; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 163.340(23), Florida Statutes, "[c]ommunity policing innovation[s]" are defined as strategies created to reduce, as well as make aware the perceived risks of engaging in, criminal activity, which includes, but is not limited to, "community mobilization"; and WHEREAS, pursuant to 163.370(2)(o), Florida Statutes, the SEOPW CRA is authorized to develop and implement said strategies for community policing innovations, as defined herein, in accordance with the Plan; and WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 6, of the Plan, lists "improving quality of life for residents," as a stated redevelopment goal; and WHEREAS, on July 9, 2025, the SEOPW CRA issued a Request for Proposals ("RFP No. 25-04"), inviting qualified organizations to propose innovation crime reduction and intervention programming in order to support community policing initiatives and enhance public safety within the Redevelopment Area (the "Program"); and WHEREAS, in accordance with RFP No. 25-04, Grantee submitted a proposal, attached and incorporated herein as Exhibit "A," in order to support the Program; and WHEREAS, on October 23, 2025, the SEOPW CRA Board of Commissioners (the "Board"), adopted Resolution No. CRA-R-25-0063, attached hereto as Exhibit "B," selecting the top ranked proposer(s) to RFP No. 25-04 and approving the allocation of funds, in an amount not to exceed Two Million Four Hundred Fifteen Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($2,415,000.00), for the purpose of providing financial assistance to the top ranked proposer(s) in its implementation_of the Program;_and WHEREAS, Grantee, a Florida For -Profit corporation, is committed to ensuring crime prevention intervention and community safety are achieved by delivering comprehensive work development, employment readiness, job placement, financial literacy, and wraparound support services to residents throughout the Redevelopment Area; and WHEREAS, Grantee has requested financial assistance from the SEOPW CRA to carry out its commitment to the Program; and WHEREAS, in order to maintain eligibility to receive such financial assistance, Grantee will be required to: 1) meet monthly with the City of Miami ("City") Police Department to review progress, coordinate strategies, and ensure alignment with public safety goals; and 2) engage in ongoing community activities in partnership with the City Police Department, including, but not limited to, youth engagement programs, public safety forums, and trust -building initiatives for as long as the Term of this Agreement, as defined in Section 4 below; and WHEREAS, the Parties wish to enter into this Agreement to set forth the terms and conditions relating to the use of this Grant; NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises of the parties contained herein and other good and valuable consideration, receipt, and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the SEOPW CRA and Grantee agree as follows: 1. RECITALS. The Recitals to this Agreement are true and correct and are incorporated herein by referenced and made a part hereof. 2. GRANT. Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein and Grantee's compliance with all of its obligations hereunder, the SEOPW CRA hereby agrees to make available to Grantee funds not to exceed the authorized amount, pursuant to CRA-R-25-0063, to be used exclusively for the Purpose stated herein and disbursed in the manner hereinafter provided. 3. USE OF GRANT. The grant shall be used to assist with the Grantee's implementation of the Program during the Term (as defined in Section 4) of this Agreement, in accordance with the Program's approved scope of work and budget ("Program Budget"), attached hereto as Exhibit "C." Grantee is aware that the SEOPW CRA is not obligated to expend additional funds beyond the authorized amount defined herein. 4. TERM. a. INITIAL TERM. The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date written above and shall terminate September 30, 2026, or once Grantee has fulfilled the Purpose for which funds were appropriated, whichever occurs first. However, the following rights of the SEOPW CRA shall survive the expiration or early termination of this Agreement: to audit or inspect; to require reversion of assets; to enforce representations, warranties, and certifications; to exercise entitlement to remedies, limitation of liability, indemnification, and recovery of fees and costs. b. RENEWAL OPTION. Solely under its discretion and/or subject to available funding, the SEOPW CRA may elect to extend this Agreement for up to four (4) additional terms of one (1) year each, upon the same terms and conditions set forth herein. 5. DISBURSEMENT OF GRANT. a. GENERALLY. Subject to the terms and conditions contained in this Agreement, the SEOPW CRA shall make available to Grantee funds in an amount not to exceed Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($220,000.00). In no event shall payments to Grantee under this Agreement exceed Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($220,000.00). Payments shall be made. to Grantee or directly to vendors on behalf of Grantee, only after receipt and approval of requests for disbursements in accordance with Exhibit "C." b. DEPOSIT OF GRANT FUNDS INTO SEPARATE CHECKING ACCOUNT. A separate checking account must be created for the sole purpose of depositing SEOPW CRA grant funds, prior 2 to the disbursement of any grant funds. Said account shall not be used to deposit funds from other funding sources or to make payments other than to transfer funds to the Grantee's general operating checking account. c. REQUESTS FOR DISBURSEMENT OF GRANT FUNDS. All requests for the disbursement of funds by Grantee shall be submitted in writing to the SEOPW CRA by Grantee's authorized representative prior to the termination of this Agreement. All such requests must be accompanied by supporting documents reflecting the use of funds and/or expenditures incurred, and that the request is being made in accordance with the approved Program Budget, as reflected in Exhibit "C," for expenditures incurred during the Term of this Agreement. For purposes of this Agreement, "supporting documentation" may include invoices, receipts, photographs, and any other materials evidencing the expense incurred. Grantee agrees that all invoices or receipts reflecting the expenses incurred in connection to the Program shall be in Grantee's name, and not in the name of the SEOPW CRA in light of Grantee's inability to bind the SEOPW CRA to any legal and/or monetary obligation whatsoever. The SEOPW CRA reserves the right to request additional supporting documentation for any expenditures, and the SEOPW CRA reserves the right to deny any and all requests it deems to be outside of the approved Program Budget. Grantee's failure to provide additional supporting documentation or explanation regarding expenses incurred, when requested by the SEOPW CRA, shall serve as grounds for immediate termination of this Agreement, and Grantee solely shall bear all costs associated with any expenditures not approved by the SEOPW CRA. d. PRE -APPROVAL OF EXPENSES. Grantee agrees to submit to the SEOPW CRA all requests for the expenditure of Grant funds for pre -approval by the SEOPW CRA. Failure to submit said requests prior to incurring expenses may result in the Grantee bearing the costs incurred. The SEOPW CRA shall review said requests to ensure that the expense sought to be incurred by the Grantee is an expense within the approved Program Budget, attached hereto as Exhibit "C," and the SEOPW CRA reserves the right to deny any and all requests it deems to be outside of the scope of the foregoing. e. APPROVAL OF BUDGET MODIFICATIONS. Grantee agrees to submit any and all budget modifications, in writing, including line -item expenditures and descriptions, which exceed the budgeted amount, to the Executive Director for approval. f. CASH AND MOBILE PAYMENT TRANSACTIONS PROHIBITED. The Parties agree that no payment shall be made to Grantee as a reimbursement for any Program -specific expenditure paid in cash or via mobile payment application(s), including, but not limited to, Cash App, Zelle, PayPal, and/or Venmo. Grantee acknowledges that cash and mobile payment transactions are insufficient per se to comply with record -keeping requirements under this Agreement. g. NO ADVANCE PAYMENTS. The SEOPW CRA shall not make advance payments to Grantee or Grantee's vendors for services not performed or for goods, materials, or equipment which have not been delivered to Grantee for use in connection with the Program. 6. COMPLIANCE WITH POLICIES AND PROCEDURES. Grantee understands that the use of the Grant is subject to specific reporting, record keeping, administrative, and contracting guidelines and other requirements affecting the SEOPW CRA activities in issuing the funds. SEOPW CRA agrees to provide notice of said guidelines-and-other-requirements-to-the-Grantee-in-advance-ofrequir-ing eompliance-with-sameAVithout limiting the generality of the foregoing, the Grantee represents and warrants that it will comply, and the Grant will be used in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local codes, laws, rules, and regulations. 7. REMEDIES FOR NON-COMPLIANCE. If Grantee fails to perform any of its obligations or covenants hereunder, or materially breaches any of the terms contained in this Agreement, the SEOPW CRA shall have the right to take one or more of the following actions: a. Withhold cash payments, pending correction of the deficiency by Grantee; b. Recover payments made to Grantee; 3 c. Disallow (that is, deny the use of the Grant for) all or part of the cost for the activity or action not in compliance; d. Withhold further awards for the Program; and/or e. Take such other remedies that may be legally permitted. 8. RECORDS AND REPORTS/AUDITS AND EVALUATION. a. PUBLIC RECORDS; MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS. This Agreement shall be subject to Florida's Public Records Laws, Chapter 119, Florida Statutes. The parties understand the broad nature of these laws and agree to comply with Florida's Public Records Laws, and laws relating to records retention. Moreover, in furtherance of the SEOPW CRA audit rights in Section 8(c) below, Grantee acknowledges and accepts the SEOPW CRA right to access Grantee's records, legal representatives' and contractors' records, and the obligation of Grantee to retain and to make those records available upon request, and in accordance with all applicable laws. Grantee shall keep and maintain records to show its compliance with this Agreement. In addition, Grantee's contractors and subcontractors must make available, upon the SEOPW CRA request, any books, documents, papers, and records which are directly pertinent to this specific Agreement for the purpose of making audit, examination, excerpts, and transcriptions. Grantee, its contractors and subcontractors shall retain records related to this Agreement or the Program for a period of five (5) years after the expiration, early termination or cancellation of this Agreement. b. REPORTS. Grantee shall deliver to the SEOPW CRA reports relating to the use of Grant as requested by the SEOPW CRA, from time to time and as detailed herein. Failure to provide said reports shall result in funds being withheld until Grantee has complied with this provision. Thereafter, continued failure by Grantee in providing such reports shall be considered a default under this Agreement. c. AUDIT RIGHTS. The SEOPW CRA shall have the right to conduct audits of Grantee's records pertaining to the Grant and to visit the Program site, in order to conduct its monitoring and evaluation activities. Grantee agrees to cooperate with the SEOPW CRA in the performance of these activities. Such audits shall take place at a mutually agreeable date and time. d. FAILURE TO COMPLY. Grantee's failure to comply with these requirements or the receipt or discovery (by monitoring or evaluation) by the SEOPW CRA of any inconsistent, incomplete, or inadequate information shall be grounds for the immediate termination of this Agreement by the SEOPW CRA. 9. UNUSED FUNDS. Upon the expiration of the Term of this Agreement, Grantee shall transfer to the SEOPW CRA any unused funds on hand at the time of such expiration, as defined in Section 4 of this Agreement. 10. REPRESENTATIONS; WARRANTIES: CERTIFICATIONS. Grantee represents, warrants, and certifies the following: a. INVOICES. Invoices for all expenditures paid for by Grantee shall be submitted to the SEOPW CRA for review and approval in accordance with the terms set forth in this Agreement. Grantee, through-its-author-ized_representative,_shall_certif_y_that work_reflected-in-said-invoices-has,-in fact, -been performed in accordance with the approved Program Budget set forth in Exhibit "C." b. EXPENDITURES. Grant funds disbursed under this Agreement shall be used solely for the Program in accordance with the approved Program Budget set forth in Exhibit "C." All expenditures of funds shall be made in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement. c. SEPARATE ACCOUNTS. This Grant shall not be co -mingled with any other funds, and separate accounts and accounting records shall be maintained. 4 d. POLITICAL ACTIVITIES. No expenditure of this Grant shall be used for political activities. e. LIABILITY GENERALLY. Grantee shall be liable to the SEOPW CRA for the amount of the Grant expended in any manner inconsistent with this Agreement. f. AUTHORITY. This Agreement has been duly authorized by all necessary actions on the part of, and has been, or will be, duly executed and delivered by Grantee, and neither the execution and delivery hereof, nor compliance with the terms and provisions hereof: (i) requires the approval and consent of any other party, except such as have been duly obtained or as are specifically noted herein; (ii) contravenes any existing law, judgment, governmental rule, regulation or order applicable to or binding on any indenture, mortgage, deed of trust, bank loan, or credit agreement, applicable ordinances, resolutions, or on the date of this Agreement, any other agreement or instrument to which Grantee is a party; or (iii) contravenes or results in any breach of, or default under any other agreement to which Grantee is a party, or results in the creation of any lien or encumbrances upon any property of Grantee. 11. NON-DISCRIMINATION. Grantee, for itself and on behalf of its contractors and sub- contractors, agrees that it shall not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected class prescribed by law in connection with its performance under this Agreement. Furthermore, Grantee represents that no otherwise qualified individual shall, solely, by reason of his/her/their race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other member of a protected class be excluded from the participation in, be denied benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving financial assistance pursuant to this Agreement. 12. CONFLICT OF INTEREST. Grantee is familiar with the following provisions regarding conflict of interest in the performance of this Agreement by Grantee. Grantee covenants, represents, and warrants that it will comply with all such conflict -of -interest provisions: a. Code of the City of Miami, Florida, Chapter 2, Article V. b. Miami -Dade County Code, Section 2-11.1. 13. CONTINGENCY. Funding for this Agreement is contingent on the availability of funds and continued authorization for Program activities and is subject to amendment or termination due to lack of funds or authorization, reduction of funds, or change in regulations. The SEOPW CRA shall not be liable to Grantee for amendment or termination of this Agreement pursuant to this Section. 14. MARKETING. a. PUBLICATION. In the event Grantee wishes to engage in any marketing efforts, Grantee shall, if approved by the SEOPW CRA in accordance with Section 14(b) below, produce, publish, advertise, disclose, or exhibit the SEOPW CRA name and/or logo, in acknowledgement of the SEOPW CRA contribution to the Program, in all forms of media and communications created by Grantee for the purpose of publication, promotion, illustration, advertising, trade, or any other lawful purpose, including but not limited to stationary ne_wspapers,_per_iodicals,_b llboards,_posters,_emai1,_direct mailA_y_ers, telephone,_public_events,-and television, radio, or interne advertisements, or interviews. b. APPROVAL. The SEOPW CRA shall have the right to approve the form and placement of all acknowledgements described in Section 14(a) above, which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld. c. LIMITED USE. Grantee further agrees that the SEOPW CRA name and logo may not be otherwise used, copied, reproduced, altered in any manner, or sold to others for purposes other than those specified in this Agreement. Nothing in this Agreement, or in Grantee's use of the SEOPW CRA name and 5 logo, confers or may be construed as conferring upon Grantee any right, title, or interest whatsoever in the SEOPW CRA name and logo beyond the right granted in this Agreement. 15. DEFAULT. If Grantee fails to comply with any term or condition of this Agreement, or fails to perform any of Grantee's obligations hereunder, and Grantee does not cure such failure within thirty (30) days following receipt of written notice from the SEOPW CRA that such failure has occurred, then Grantee shall be in default. Upon the occurrence of such default hereunder the SEOPW CRA, in addition to all remedies available to it by law, may immediately, upon written notice to Grantee, terminate this Agreement whereupon all payments, advances, or other compensation paid by the SEOPW CRA directly to Grantee and utilized by Grantee in violation of this Agreement shall be immediately returned to the SEOPW CRA. Grantee understands and agrees that termination of this Agreement under this section shall not release Grantee from any obligation accruing prior to the effective date of termination. 16. NO LIABILITY. In consideration for the issuance of Grant funds under this Agreement, Grantee hereby waives, releases, and discharges the SEOPW CRA, the City of Miami, its officers, employees, agents, representatives, or attorneys, whether disclosed or undisclosed, any and all liability for any injury or damage of any kind which may hereafter accrue to Grantee, its officers, directors, members, employees, agents, or representatives, with respect to any of the provisions of this Agreement or performance under this Agreement. Any liability of the SEOPW CRA under this Agreement shall be subject to the limitations imposed by Section 768.28, Florida Statutes. 17. SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE. In the event of breach of this Agreement by the SEOPW CRA, Grantee may only seek specific performance of this Agreement and any recovery shall be limited to the funding authorized for the services provided herein. In no event shall the SEOPW CRA be liable to the Grantee for any additional compensation, other than that provided herein, and/or required in the approved Program Budget attached hereto as Exhibit "C." 18. INDEMNIFICATION OF THE SEOPW CRA. Grantee agrees to indemnify, defend, protect and hold harmless the SEOPW CRA and the City of Miami from and against all loss, costs, penalties, fines, damages, claims, expenses (including attorney's fees) or liabilities (collectively referred to as "liabilities") for reason of any injury to or death of any person or damage to or destruction or loss of any property arising out of, resulting from or in connection with: (i) the performance or non-performance of the services, supplies, materials and equipment contemplated by this Agreement or the Program, including risk of loss of artwork on display, or otherwise stored within public premises for the duration of this Agreement or the Program, whether directly or indirectly caused, in whole or in part, by any act, omission, default, professional errors or omissions, or negligence (whether active or passive) of the Grantee or its employees, agents or subcontractors (collectively referred to as "Grantee"), regardless of whether it is, or is alleged to be, caused in whole or part (whether joint, concurrent or contributing) by any act, omission, default, breach, or negligence (whether active or passive) of the SEOPW CRA, unless such injuries or damages are ultimately proven to be the result of grossly negligent or willful acts or omissions on the part of the SEOPW CRA; or (ii) the failures of the Grantee to comply with any of the paragraph's provisions herein; or (iii) the failure of the Grantee, to conform to statutes, ordinances, or other regulations or requirements of any governmental authority, federal, state, county, or city in connection with the granting or performance of this Agreement, or any Amendment to this Agreement. Grantee expressly agrees -to -indemnify -and hold-harmless-the-SEORW-CR-A—from-and-against all -liabilities -which -may -be -asserted by an employee or former employee of Grantee, any of subcontractors, or participants in the Program, as provided above, for which the Grantee's liability to such employee, former employee, subcontractor, or participant would otherwise be limited to payments under state Worker's Compensation or similar laws. 19. INSURANCE. Grantee shall, at all times during the term hereof, maintain such insurance coverage as provided in Exhibit "D" attached hereto. All such insurance, including renewals, shall be subject to the approval of the SEOPW CRA, or the City of Miami (which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld) for adequacy of protection and evidence of such coverage shall be furnished to the SEOPW CRA on Certificates of Insurance indicating such insurance to be in force and effect and providing that it will not be canceled, or. 6 materially changed during the performance of the Program under this Agreement without thirty (30) calendar days prior written notice (or in accordance to policy provisions) to the SEOPW CRA. Completed Certificates of Insurance shall be filed with the SEOPW CRA, to the extent practicable, prior to the performance of Services hereunder, provided, however, that Grantee shall at any time upon request by SEOPW CRA file duplicate copies of the policies of such insurance with the SEOPW CRA. If, in the reasonable judgment of SEOPW CRA, prevailing conditions warrant the provision by Grantee of additional liability insurance coverage or coverage which is different -in kind SEOPW CRA reserves the right to require the provision by Grantee of an amount of coverage different from the amounts or kind previously required and shall afford written notice of such change in requirements thirty (30) days prior to the date on which the requirements shall take effect. Should Grantee fail or refuse to satisfy the requirement of changed coverage within thirty (30) days following SEOPW CRA's written notice, this Agreement shall be considered terminated on the date the required change in policy coverage would otherwise take effect. Upon such termination, SEOPW CRA shall pay Grantee expenses incurred for the Program, prior to the date of termination but shall not be liable to Grantee for any additional compensation, or for any consequential or incidental damages. 20. DISPUTES. In the event of a dispute between the Parties as to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the Parties shall proceed in good faith to resolve the dispute. If the Parties are not able to resolve the dispute within thirty (30) days of written notice to the other, the Parties agree to resolve any disputes between them arising from the alleged violation of the terms of this Agreement, in accordance with Section 18-105, of the Code of the City of Miami, as amended ("City Code"), as adopted by the SEOPW CRA. 21. INTERPRETATION. a. CAPTIONS. The captions in this Agreement are for convenience only and are not a part of this Agreement and do not in any way define, limit, describe, or amplify the terms and provisions of this Agreement or the scope or intent thereof. b. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This instrument constitutes the sole and only agreement of the parties hereto relating to the grant, and correctly set forth the rights, duties, and obligations of the parties. There are no collateral or oral agreements or understandings between the SEOPW CRA and Grantee relating to the Agreement. Any promises, negotiations, or representations not expressly set forth in this Agreement are of no force or effect. This Agreement shall not be modified in any manner except by an instrument in writing executed by the parties. The masculine (or neuter) pronoun and the singular number shall include the masculine, feminine and neuter genders and the singular and plural number. The word "including" followed by any specific item(s) is deemed to refer to examples rather than to be words of limitation. c. CON 1RACTUAL INTERPRETATION. Should the provisions of this Agreement require judicial or arbitral interpretation, it is agreed that the judicial or arbitral body interpreting or construing the same shall not apply the assumption that the terms hereof shall be more strictly construed against one party by reason of the rule of construction that an instrument is to be construed more strictly against the party which itself or through its agents prepared same, it being agreed that the agents of both parties have equally participated inihe preparation of this.Agreement d. COVENANTS. Each covenant, agreement, obligation, term, condition, or other provision herein contained shall be deemed and construed as a separate and independent covenant of the party bound by, undertaking or making the same, not dependent on any other provision of this Agreement unless otherwise expressly provided. All of the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement shall apply throughout the term of this Agreement unless otherwise expressly set forth herein. 7 e. CONFLICTING TERMS. In the event of a conflict between the terms of this Agreement and any terms or conditions contained in any attached documents, the terms of this Agreement shall govern. f. WAIVER. No waiver or breach of any provision of this Agreement shall constitute a waiver of any subsequent breach of the same or any other provision hereof, and no waiver shall be effective unless made in writing. g. SEVERABILITY. Should any provision contained in this Agreement be determined by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or otherwise unenforceable under the laws of the State of Florida, then such provision shall be deemed modified to the extent necessary to conform with such laws, or if not modifiable to conform with such laws, that same shall be deemed severable; and in either event, the remaining terms and provisions of this Agreement shall remain unmodified and in full force and effect. h. THIRD -PARTY BENEFICIARIES. No provision of this Agreement shall, in any way, inure to the benefit of any third party so as to make such third party a beneficiary of this Agreement, or of any one or more of the terms hereof or otherwise give rise to any cause of action in any party not a party hereto. 22. AMENDMENTS. No amendment to this Agreement shall be binding on either party, unless in writing and signed by the Parties. 23. DOCUMENT OWNERSHIP. Upon request by the SEOPW CRA, all documents developed by Grantee shall be delivered to the SEOPW CRA upon completion of this Agreement, and may be used by the SEOPW CRA, without restriction or limitation. Grantee agrees that all documents maintained and generated pursuant to this Agreement shall be subject to all provisions of the Public Records Law, Chapter 119, Florida Statutes. It is further understood by and between the parties that any document which is given by the SEOPW CRA to Grantee pursuant to this Agreement shall at all times remain the property of the SEOPW CRA and shall not be used by Grantee for any other purpose whatsoever, without the written consent of the SEOPW CRA. 24. AWARD OF AGREEMENT. Grantee warrants that it has not employed or retained any person employed by the SEOPW CRA to solicit or secure this Agreement, and that it has not offered to pay, paid, or agreed to pay any person employed by the SEOPW CRA any fee, commission percentage, brokerage fee, or gift of any kind contingent upon or resulting from the award of Grant funds. 25. NON-DELEGABILITY. The obligations of Grantee under this Agreement shall not be delegated or assigned to any other party without the SEOPW CRA prior written consent which may be withheld by the SEOPW CRA, in its sole discretion. 26. TERMINATION. The SEOPW CRA reserves the right to terminate this Agreement, at any time for any reason upon giving five (5) days written notice of termination to Grantee. Should the SEOPW CRA terminate this Agreement, the SEOPW CRA will be relieved of all obligations under this Agreement. In no way shall the SEOPW CRA be subjected to any liability or exposure for the termination of this Agreement under this Section. 27. NOTICE. All notices or other communications which shall or may be given pursuant to this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be delivered by personal service, or by registered mail, addressed to the party at the address indicated herein or as the same may be changed from time to time. Such notice shall be deemed given on the day on which personally served, or, if by mail, on the fifth day after being posted, or the date of actual receipt or refusal of delivery, whichever is earlier. 8 To SEOPW CRA: Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency c/o James D. McQueen, Executive Director 819 N.W. 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor Miami, FL 33136 Email: JMcQueen@miamigov.com With copies to: Vincent T. Brown, Esq., General Counsel Email: VTbrown(a�miamigov.com To Grantee: Community Work Training Program, Inc., a Florida For -Profit Corporation c/o Emanuel Washington, Sr., President/Chief Operating Officer 16464 S.W. 32nd Street Miramar, FL 33027 Email: cwtp(a cwtpinc.com 28. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR. Grantee, its contractors, subcontractors, employees, agents, and participants in the Program shall be deemed to be independent contractors, and not agents or employees of the SEOPW CRA, and shall not attain any rights or benefits under the civil service or retirement/pension programs of the SEOPW CRA, or any rights generally afforded its employees; further, they shall not be deemed entitled to Florida Workers' Compensation benefits as employees of the SEOPW CRA. 29. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS. This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties hereto, and their respective heirs, executors, legal representatives, successors, and assigns. 30. COUNTERPARTS AND ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES. This Agreement may be simultaneously executed in multiple counterparts, all of which shall constitute one and the same instrument, and each of which shall be deemed to be an original. The facsimile or other electronically delivered signatures of the parties shall be deemed to constitute original signatures, and facsimile or electronic copies hereof shall be deemed to constitute duplicate originals. 31. ANTI -HUMAN TRAFFICKING AFFIDAVIT. The Grantee confirms and certifies that it is not in violation of Section 787.06, Florida Statutes, and that it does not and shall not use "coercion" for labor or services as defined in Section 787.06, Florida Statutes. The Grantee shall execute and submit to the SEOPW CRA an Affidavit in compliance with Section 787.06(13), Florida Statutes, attached an incorporated hereto as Attachment "A." If Grantee fails to comply with the terms of this Section, the SEOPW CRA may suspend or terminate this Agreement immediately, without prior notice, and in no event shall the SEOPW CRA be liable to Grantee for any consequential or incidental damages. 32. MISCELLANEOUS. a. In the event -of -any -litigation between the-parties-under-thisAgreement,—the-parties-shall bear their own attorneys' fees and costs at trial and appellate levels. b. Time shall be of the essence for each and every provision of this Agreement. c. All exhibits attached to this Agreement are incorporated herein, and made a part of this Agreement. [Signature Page Follows] 9 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, in consideration of the mutual entry into this Agreement, for other good and valuable consideration, and intending to be legally bound, the SEOPW CRA and Grantee have executed this Agreement. ATTEST: Todd B. Clerk of the Board APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: By: Vincent T. Brown, Esq. General Counsel Sign Name: DP Print Name: lnO)Uh kiersoai Address: Stq NW 2 Rverve, 3Y` flour Miami. FL 3313(9 Sign Name: Oak Print Name: Anion( i1dln Address: Y 101 NW flu SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, of the City of Miami, a public agency and body corporate created pursuant to Section 163.356, Florida Statutes By: // J es D. McQueen Executive Director APPROVED AS TO INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS: By: David Ruiz Interim Director of Risk Management COMMUNITY WORK TRAINING PROGRAM, INC., a Florida For -Profit corporation EmQnuel Washington, Sr. President/Chief Operating Officer 10 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, in consideration of the mutual entry into this Agreement, for other good and valuable consideration, and intending to be legally bound, the SEOPW CRA and Grantee have executed this Agreement. ATTEST: By: By: SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, of the City of Miami, a public agency and body corporate created pursuant to Section 163.356, Florida Statutes Todd B. Hannon Dimes D. McQueen Clerk of the Board Executive Director APPROVED AS TO FORM AND APPROVED AS TO INSURANCE LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: By: By: 1 as�ao I Vincent T. Brown, Esq. uaviasd`itniz• General Counsel Interim Director of Risk Management Sign Name 10P COMMUNITY WORK TRAINING Print Name: [Y1nojGh IUY1 PROGRAM, INC., a Florida For -Profit Address: $Iq Vt11A 2t. Avenue, 3"19{cvr corporation Miami, FL 33136 Sign Name. (2 Print Name porOn26-It f 141,1 Address: )"1 °I ('W Z �' 3tA)'Ioar worvli) -V 3313(,., Emanuel WasMngton, Sr. President/Chief Operating Officer 10 Exhibit "A" SEOPW CRA RFP 25-04 / Grantee's Approved Proposal 11 EXHIBIT "B" Table of ntents A. Exhibit Affidavit 1 B. Trafficking Affidavits- Signed and Notarized 2 C. RFP Information Form 3 D. Acknowledgement of Receipt of Addendum Form 4 E. State of FL Certificates 5 F. LBT License 6 G. LBT License 7 H. LBT License 8 1. Reference Letters 9 3. Reference Letters 10 K. Cover Letter 11 L. Executive Summary 12 M. Executive Summary 13 N. Proposer's Experience and Past Performance 14 O. Prior or Pending Litigation - Civil or Criminal 15 P. Budget 16 EXHIBIT "B" EXHIBIT AFFIDAVIT-1 SECTION 787.06, FLORIDA STATUTES (2024) 6.1 1. ANTI -HUMAN TRAFFICKING AFFIDAVIT The undersigned affirms, certifies, attests, and stipulates as follows: a. The entity is a non -governmental entity authorized to transact business in the State of Florida and in good standing with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations. b. The nongovernmental entity is either executing,renewing, or extending.a contract (including, but not limited to, any amendments, as applicable) With the City of Miami("City") or one of its agencies, authorities, boards, trusts, or other City entity which constitutes a governmental entity as defined in Section 287.138(1), Florida Statutes (2024). c. The nongovernmental entity is not in violation of Section 787.06, Florida Statutes (2024), titled "Human Trafficking," d. The nongovernmental entity does not use "coercion" for labor or services as defined in Section 787.06, Florida Statutes (2024), attached and incorporated herein as Exhibit Affidavit-1. Under penalties of perjury, I declare the following: a. I have read and understand the foregoing Anti -Human Trafficking Affidavit and that the facts, statements and representations provided in Section 1 are true and correct. b. I am an officer or a representative of the nongovernmental entity authorized to execute this Anti - Human Trafficking Affidavit. Nongovernmental Entity: L drlMeeA//; Name: ,E/r1ciZ. A-4S % ti? Signature of Officer: Office Address: Email Address: FEIN No.4/?- aiij5, 7f/3 STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF MIAMI-D.ADE A4 % kei-I.ial jla-P4 Officer Title: /DA ,' f-,ct/ / G. Q: 0 C.- iil % e O7TA"4vlain Phone Number: L%0P1 SOS= 7 '/-- W '; The foregoing instrument was sworn to and subscribed before me by means of physical presence or O online notarization, this II day of —by , fl?c tti8."ir the authorized officer or representative for the nongovernmental entity.. He/she is pers - J1y known to me or has produced �j ? as identification. SHAMEEKA CHEEKS MY COMMISSION # NH 318526 EXPIRES: February 3, 2027 My Commission Expires: Signature ofPerson Taking Oath i '13r�'>�QkA &kAkg (Printed, Typed, or Stamped Name of Notary Public) ORIGI? EXHIBIT "B" CHRISTINE KING Board Char SECTION 5 5.0: RFP RESPONSE FORMS JAMES McQUEEN Executive Director 5.1. RFP INFORMATION FORM RFP No. 25-04: REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS - INNOVATION CRIME REDUCTION AND INTERVENTION PROGRAMMING SEOPW CRA REDEVELOPMENT BOUNDARIES, MIAh1I, FL, 33136 I certify that any and all information contained in this RFP is true. I certify that this RFP is made without prior understanding, agreement, or connections with any corporation, firm or person submitting a response for the same materials, supplies, equipment, or services and is in all respects fair and without collusion or fraud. I agree to abide by all terms and conditions of the RFP and certify that I am authorized to sign for the Proposer's firm. Please print the following and sign your name: C.C/Yj/n, Ltf/ 2-17 f k1< 7-;2/},Tnk)16 %flr 7 c" • Firms Name / 47/?c A/u' 3 t-. Nl; ft i/ -3313 Principal Business Address 30s 76(-7yle3 cc8'6- 703-8'0Yf o 7 - Telephone Py- g-a'1/ Fax E-mail address Name Title /s'1/4H`CCE"4 Zt/,7stoIV 7`0/v 7'447.5 Vie, 1. / C'C) Authorized' Ignatur e FAILURE TO COMPLETE, SIGN, AND RETURN THIS FORM MAY DISQUALIFY YOUR RESPONSE s(! ItI \SI (JVLKJ;)11N P\RI. \\t-Sr \t\f, NI t V KL:DF\'I:LOP\tF\T \ti NC\ .!-i`.1A V-nue.3'4 Fluor :N--Liuni.FL. 3313o \\-\\w\ copwcra.com crara miamiay.com p5.3 111 EXHIBIT "B" CHI S SECTION 5 5.0: RFP RESPONSE FORMS E5 McQUEEN Director 5.1a. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT OF ADDENDUMS FORM RFP No. 25-04: REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS - INNOVATION CRIME REDUCTION AND INTERVENTION PROGRAMMING SEOPW CRA REDEVELOPMENT BOUNDARIES, MIAMI, FL, 33136 I acknowledge the receipt and have familiarized myself with all addendums for this RFP and certify that I am authorized to sign for the Proposer's firm. Any and all addendums can be found on the SEOPW CRA website by the Response Submission Date. Please print the following and sign your name: Com u,e7 Firm's Name r?O A/At 3 `-f,c__. Principal Business Address 3o -7bi- 7 W3 Cel< 7:Ay /cyr--4 A-1/ (A-7)•-, iL • 33 /34 / J 6 ' 7 o3 -0 6v y r <�� Telephone d7' epv — 44cf 1/ Fax E-mail address Name e St 1)-erd fc • Q, 0. Title Authorized Sic ture FAILURE TO COMPLETE, SIGN, AND RETURN THIS FORM MAY DISQUALIFY YOUR RESPONSE II -if \SI VVt kr()\t\ P.\kK +ct\1A11'\II1` k4-17i VI.I..OP\11;;AI Mil-\(' I' NV. 2' ' cttu:. Hour Miami, FL 33136 +±'��-t;yun Ww4V.seopwcra.com crarti+marl ov.com EXHIBIT "B" State of Florida Department of State I certify from the records of this office that COMMUNITY WORK TRAINING PROGRAM, INC. is a corporation organized under the laws of the State of Florida, filed on May 18, 2010. The document number of this corporation is P10000042763. I further certify that said corporation has paid all fees due this office through December 31, 2025, that its most recent annual report/uniform business report was filed on January 21, 2025, and that its status is active. I further certify that said corporation has not filed Articles of Dissolution. Given under my hand and the Great Seal of the State of Florida at Tallahassee, the Capital, this the Twenty-first day of January, 2025 Secretary of tate Tracking Number: 43612 76141 CC To authenticate this certificate,visit the following site,enter this number, and then follow the instructions displayed. https://services.sunbiz.org/Filings/Certificateofstatus/CertificateAuthentication Local Business Tax Receipt Miami -Dade County Office of The TaxCollector -THIS IS NOT A BILL - 00 NOT PAY 6655675 BUSINESS NAME/LOCATION COMMUNITY WORK TRAINING PROGRAM INC 1490 NW 3RD AVE STE 106 MIAMI, FL 33136-1838 OWN ER COMMUNITY WORK TRAINING PROGRAM INC Employee(s) 2 LBT; RECEIPT NO. RENEWAL 6926787 EXPIRES SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 Must be displayed at place of busines$ Pursuant to County Code Chapter 8A - Art. 9 & 10 SEC. TYPE OF BUSINESS 213 SERVICE BUSINESS PAYMENT RECEIVED BY TAX COLLECTOR 45.00 07/07/2025 PTBTE-25-291204 This Local Business Tax Receipt only confirms payment of the Local Business Tax. The Receipt is license, permit, or a certification of the holder's qualifications, to do business. Holder must comply any governmental or nongovernmental regulatory laws and requirements which apply to the busin The RECEIPT NO. above must be displayed on an commercial vehicles - Miami -Dade Code Sec 8a- For more information, visit mdctaxcollector.gov 1 !? GQ. , ./ ,mil 1./0k ca/ecc. EXHIBIT "B" O .2331 Local Business Tax Receipt Miami —Dade County, State of Florida -THIS IS NOT A BILL -D0 NOT PAY 6655675 BUSINESS NMIEROCA1t0N RECOPT NO. COMMUNITY WORK TRAINING PROGRAM INCRENEWAL 1490 NW 3RD AVE STE 106 6926787 MIAMI FL 33136-1838 OWNER SEC.TYPE Of BUSINESS COMMUNITY WORK TRAINING PROGRAM NC 213 SERVICE BUSINESS Emp+oyee(s) 2 BT: EXPIRES SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 Must be displayed at place of business Pursuant to County Code Chapter 8A - Art 9 Si 10 PAYMENT RECEIVED BY TAX COLLECTOR $45.00 08/30/2023 INT-23-436369 This Local Business Tax Receipt only confimn payment of the Local Business Tax. The Receipt is not a license, permit or a certification of the bolder'squafifications, to do business. Holder must comply with any governmental or nongovernmental regulatory laws and requirements which apply to the business. The RECEIPT NO. above must be displayed on all commercial vehicles - Miami -Dade Code Sec Ba-Z76. for more information, visit vvvvwmiamidade.00vltaxcollecto [ 02-6)..•1. 3 --a-v P-4/ 7-7/5 Gi? '2 y4' el' ArZt-vr4 z-- ems✓Ct ';' 11/4)/e• 6 c 5 /Z. Vic r5 EXHIBIT "B" 003058 Local Business Tax Receipt Miami —Dade County, State of Florida —THIS IS NOT A BILL — DO NOT PAY 6655675 BUSINESS NAME/LOCATION RECEIPT NO. COMMUNITY WORK TRAINING PROGRAM INCRENEWAL 1490 NW 3RD AVE STE 106 6926787 MIAMI FL 33136-1838 OWNER SEC. TYPE OE BUSINESS COMMUNITY WORK TRAINING PROGRAM INC 213 SERVICE BUSINESS Employee(s) 2 EXPIRES SEPTEMBER 30;2023 Must be dispiayed atplace of business Pursuant to County Code Chapter 8A — Art 9 & 10 PAYMENTRECENEO BYTAX COLLECTOR $45.00 08/26/2022 INT-22-398490 This Local Business Tax Receipt only coatimu payment of the Local Business Tax. The Receipt is note license, permit or a certification of the ho14ars qusli1calona. to do business. Heide rmustcomply with any governmental or nongovernmental regulatory laws and requirements which apply to the business. The RECEIPT NO. above must be displayed on all commercial vehicles — Miami —Dade Code Sec Ba-276. For more Information, visit www.miamidado.gov/taxcollector a - t�0r723 jj4"e.1� EXHIBIT "B" August 5, 2025 Southeast Overtown Park West Community Redevelopment Agency c/o Mr. Mark Stallworth 819 NW 2nd Avenue Miami, FL 33136 RE: Letter of Reference & Collaboration for Community Work Training Program, Inc Response to SEOPW CRA RFP — 25-04, Innovation Crime Reduction and Intervention Programming Dear Mr. Stallworth, On behalf of the Overtown Optimist Club, I am pleased to express our full commitment to partnering and collaborating with Community Work Training Program, Inc. in support of impactful community development initiatives. Together, we aim to deliver technical assistance, .apprenticeships, non-traditional occupation pathways, and employer -facing and summit -based skill -building sessions. These services will be specifically designed for justice -impacted individuals, returning citizens, and community residents in need of structured, strategically supportive programming. Our shared goal is to promote innovation and provide effectiveintenentionsJhat reduce —and liltimateLyJielp eliminate—crime_and violence in our community. THE OPTIMIST CLUB OF OVERTOWN 350 NW 12th Street Miami, FL 33136 P.O. Sox 12895 Miami, FL 33101 wvw. overtowno pti rn ist. org 305:680.0430 info@theoptitnistciub.org pq EXHIBIT "B" 4.," GANGALTERNATIVE,INC �je 'UILDING CHARACTER THAT LASTS Miami Corporate Office 12000 Biscayne Boulevard, Ste. 402 North Miami, FL 33181 786.391.2375 1786.391.2379 F North Miami Beach Community Office 1854 NE 164 Street North Miami Beach. FL 33161 786.391.2375 1786.391.2379 F Little Haiti Community Center 6620 North Miami Avenue Miami, FL 33150 786.391.2375 1786.391.2379 F Homestead Corporate Office 15600 SW 288th St, Ste. 402 Homestead, FL 33033 786.391.2375 1786.391.2379 F Boynton Beach Corporate Office 2300 High Ridge Road, Suite 369 Boynton Beach, FL 33426 786.391.2375 1786.391.2379 F Belle Glade Corporate Office 24 SW Avenue B Belle Glade, FL 33430 786.391.2375 1786.391.2379 F Broward Corporate Office 4500 N. State Road 7, Ste. 301 Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33319 954.360.8833 1954360.8866 F August 8, 2025 TO WHOM IT MA CONCERN On behalf of Gang Alternative, Inc., I am writing to express our full commitment to partnering and collaborating with Community Work Training Program, Inc. to provide technical assistance, non-traditional occupation initiatives, employer -facing and summit skill -building sessions based on eligibility and availability of grant funds. These sessions will be designed for eligible participants who have been justice impacted, returning citizens and/or any of our community residents that require a structured and strategically supportive program that provides innovation and intervention to reduce and possibly eliminate crime and violence within our community. This letter represents our commitment to collaborate with Community Work Training Program, Inc. regarding innovation crime reduction and intervention programming. This collaboration signals an intent to work together on initiatives aimed at reducing crime and enhancing community support through employment and business development opportunities. Sincerely, Icilda Humes Chief of Staff. Gang Alternative Inc. A-1° EXHIBIT "B" Community Work Training Program, Inc. "We Put the Community to Work" RFP-25-04 Request for Proposals Innovation Crime Reduction and Intervention Programming SEOPW CRA Redevelopment Boundaries, Miami, Florida 33136 Submitted by: Emanuel Washington, Sr. EIN: 27-2665583 1490 NW 3rd Avenue, Suite 106, Miami, FL 33136 Mobile: (305) 761-7443 ( Office: (786) 703-8098 Email: cwtp@cwtpinc.com J Website: www.communityworkprogram,com PO EXHIBIT "B" Proposer's Overall Qualifications and Experience Organization Name: Community Work Training Program, Inc. (CWTP, Inc.) Address: 1490 NW 3rd Avenue, Suite 106, Miami, Florida 33136 Phone: Mobile: (305) 761-7443 I Office: (786) 703-8098 Contact Person: Emanuel Washington, Sr., President/COO Email: cwtp@cwtpinc.com Executive Summary Summary of Work to Be Performed: Community Work Training Program, Inc. (CWTP, Inc.) will continue to operate and expand the Overtown Employment Assistance Center, delivering comprehensive workforce development, employment readiness, job placement, financial literacy, and wraparound support services to residents of the Southeast Overtown/Park West (SEOPW) Community Redevelopment Area. Services will address barriers to employment by providing: - Individualized job readiness coaching and skills assessments. - Resume preparation and interview skills training. - Targeted job referrals and placement services. - Transportation and document recovery assistance. - Compliance oversight with Davis -Bacon and Section 3 requirements. - Post -placement follow-up to ensure retention and long-term stability. The goal is to disrupt the patterns that lead to poverty, unemployment, and justice -system involvement by creating sustained pathways to economic independence. Qualifications and Experience: CWTP, Inc. has over 14 years of documented success in workforce development, serving unemployed residents, justice -impacted individuals, and other underserved populations. Since July 2017, the organization has: - Welcomed 13,393 residents for employment assistance. - Registered 1,748 job seekers for comprehensive services. - Referred 2,725 residents to 4,698 employment opportunities. - Achieved 484 documented full-time job placements with tracked employment retention. - Generated more than $3.22 million in documented wages earned by placed residents within the community. - With an average wage of $15/hour (equivalent to $31,200 annually), the 484 full-time placements represent a projected $15 million in annualized community economic impact from wages alone. Technical Qualifications: CWTP's technical expertise is rooted in: - Leadership Experience: President/C00 Emanuel Washington, Sr. brings over 40 years of combined experience in community development, municipal program administration, workforce training, and nonprofit management. - Employer Partnerships: Established relationships with hiring partners across construction, hospitality, transportation, security, retail, and public works sectors. - Compliance Capacity: Proven history of managing Davis -Bacon and Section 3 program compliance EXHIBIT "B" for employers and residents. - Data -Driven Accountability: Robust tracking of referrals, placements, wages, and economic impact to measure program success. - Comprehensive Support Services: Ability to integrate job placement with supportive resources such as housing navigation, transportation, financial literacy, and skills enhancement training. This combination of community trust, measurable outcomes, and specialized workforce expertise uniquely positions CWTP, Inc. to continue delivering high -impact employment solutions for SEOPW CRA residents. Pa. 12 EXHIBIT "B" Experience & Past Performance Organizational Experience Community Work. Training Program, Inc. (CWTP) has been a trusted and results -driven workforce development organization serving the Overtown community and surrounding areas for over 14 years. Operating the Overtown Employment Assistance Center at 1490 NW 3rd Avenue, Suite 106, CWTP consistently delivers high -quality employment readiness, placement, and retention services. Since 2017, CWTP has facilitated more than 13,393 visitations, registered over 1,748 residents seeking employment, referred 2,725 individuals to 4,698 job opportunities, and,achieved 484 full-time documented job placements, generating over $3.2 million in direct wages for Overtown residents. Workforce Event Coordination & Job Fair Impact CWTP's proven track record includes planning, hosting, and facilitating high -volume job fairs that connect local residents with contractors and employers tied to public and private development projects: Beauchamp Construction Career Expo — January 13, 2024 - 50 participants registered; 239 interviews conducted with the general contractor and 10 subcontractors. - Key subcontractor activity: Triumph Construction (35 interviews), Beauchamp Construction (28), A & P Air Conditioning (26), Aurora Plumbing (23), Integrated Openings Solutions (23) - Contact: Geraldine Grimes — 786.707.0167 Hibiscus Grove Job Fair — May 16, 2025 - 81 participants registered, 50 attended; 209 interviews conducted. - Ratings: 37 participants rated "4" and 52 rated "5" by subcontractors. - High -performing companies included Gulf Plumbing (6 rated "4," 10 rated "5") and CG Electrical & Consulting (16 rated "5"). - Contact: Lima Gomez — 305.761.5178 NoMi Square Job Fair — August 1, 2025 - 97 participants registered, 47 attended; 221 interviews conducted. - Ratings: 43 participants rated "4" and 14 rated "5" by subcontractors. - Standout companies included Exclusive Trim (12 rated "4") and Aurora Plumbing Corp. (6 rated "4," 5 rated "5"). - Contact: Lima Gomez — 305.761.5178 Atlantic Pacific Hiring Events — Block 45 and Culmer Apartments Phase 1 (2023--2024) - Culmer Phase 1: 28 initial applications; 217 invited to the hiring fair;. 55 attended; 295 interviews conducted. - Hires: 6 individuals with total starting wages exceeding $11,600 for the first month alone. - Block 45: 27 referrals resulting in 4 hires with starting wages totaling over $101,000 annually. - Combined total: 622 applications/referrals, 10 confirmed hires, and $113,010.60 in tracked wages. -.Contact: Kenneth Naylor — 305.898.2189 Riviera Beach (Estate Companies) Job Fair — July 16, 2025 - 50 participants registered, r4 attended; interviews conducted count pending confirmation. - 3 confirmed hires; wage tracking in progress. - Contact: Stephanie Vanvark — 305.710.2212 Beacon Council Workforce Event — FY September 2021—October 2022 - Event hosted in partnership with the Beacon Council to connect Miami -Dade residents with targeted industry employers. - Activities included employer meet -and -greets, on -site applications, and career coaching. - Quantitative metrics included in organizational performance dashboard, demonstrating direct placements and sustained follow-up for wage growth. - Contact: Taqualla Eatman — 305.850.7596 EXHIBIT "B" Ongoing Monthly Outcomes Beyond major events, CWTP maintains consistent placement pipelines. In June 2025, the center recorded 65 visitations, 12 new registrations, 23 individuals referred to 82 positions, and 3 job placements, with referrals spanning retail, hospitality, construction, security, and transportation. Leadership President & COO Emanuel Washington, Sr. brings over 40 years of public service, nonprofit leadership, and program development experience. He has secured multimillion -dollar grants, directed large-scale community projects, and developed workforce initiatives with municipal, county, and private sector partners. Program Expertise CWTP specializes in employment readiness, workforce training, and wraparound support services forjustice-impacted, unemployed, and underemployed residents. Services include: - Career coaching and mentoring - Resume development and application assistance - Section 3 and Davis -Bacon compliance coordination - Employer engagement and job matching - Retention support and wage tracking - Financial literacy Capacity & Accountability CWTP operates with experienced program staff, clear administrative structures, and established financial oversight protocols. All outcomes are supported by rigorous tracking, monthly reporting, and continuous follow-up with employers to verify hires and start dates. Financial Stability CWTP maintains sound financial health, as demonstrated by clean annual audits, diversified funding sources, and over a decade of uninterrupted operations. The organization has consistently met fiscal compliance requirements for federal, state, and municipal contracts and manages grants with strict adherence to reporting and accountability standards. Litigation Statement CWTP has no criminal or civil litigation, prior or pending, in the past five years or ever, including any involving governmental agencies. Additionally, no CWTP employee has any criminal or civil litigation, prior or pending, in the past five years or ever, including any involving governmental agencies. 2025-2026 RFP #25-04 Innovation Crime and Programing Intervention - L Amount Justification Direct Service Providers 1. Program Coordinator 2. Assistant Program Coordinator 3. Program Administrator 4. Administrative Assistant $65,000.00 $45,000.00 $45,000.00 $45,000.00 These staff positions provide direct services to cl ents and participants, facilitating and managing individual success plans, delivering coaching, and supporting participants in achieving their prograin goals. i These staff positions provide direct services to cl ents-andparticipants, -1 facilitating and managing individual success plan , delivering coaching, and supporting participants in achieving their program goals. TheS-eStaff positions provide cliiect services to ci ents and`participants, facilitating and managing individual success plans, delivering coaching, and supporting participants in achieving their program goals. These staff positiOni-provide direct services to'cl ents arid participants, facilitating and managing individual success plan, delivering coaching, and supporting participants in achieving their program goals. Program Administration 5. Program / FICO-PR Liability $22,000.00 Center Operations 6, Insurance 7. Communication & Business License Fees 9. Office Furniture and Fixtures 19. Participant Supplies 11. Computer & Software 12: Office Supplies 13. Rent $2,000.00 $2,500.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 Provides essential administrative functions including tax preparation, payroll processing, invoicing, fringe benefits, and compli6nce-related costs. These line items provide support services to clie ts, wraparound services, and essential resources for program operations. These line items provide support services to clients, wraparound services, and. essential resources for program operations. These line iterni Providesup-0-n services to- clients, wraparound 'Set:Vic-es; and—r essential resources for program operations. These line items provide support services toclients, wraparoundservices, and essential resources for program operations. These line items provide support services to clients, wraparound services, and essential resources for program operations. Theseline itenis-inavideiupport Services to clients, wraparound services, and essential resources for program operations. These line items provide support services to dents, wraparound services, and essential resources for program operations. These inc items prOVideSUpPiirt services to clients, wraparound services, and essential resources for program operations. $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $11,500.00 $245,000.00 p,), Exhibit "B" Resolution No. CRA-R-25-0063 12 Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency Legislation CRA Resolution: CRA-R-25-0063 819 NW 2nd Ave 3'tl Floor Miami, FL 33136 www.seopwcra.com File Number: 18341 Final Action Date:10/23/2025 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ("SEOPW CRA"), WITH ATTACHMENT(S), ACCEPTING THE SELECTION COMMITTEE'S RECOMMENDATION TO SELECT THE ENTITIES, AS SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT "A," ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED HEREIN, AS THE TOP RANKED PROPOSERS TO A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS ("RFP NO. 25- 04") TO PROVIDE COMMUNITY POLICING INNOVATIONS, THROUGH COMMUNITY MOBILIZATION, PURSUANT TO SECTION 163.370(2)(0), FLORIDA STATUTES, AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO ALLOCATE FUNDS, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED TWO MILLION FOUR HUNDRED FIFTEEN THOUSAND DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS ($2,415,000.00) ("FUNDS"), TO ASSIST THE ENTITIES LISTED IN EXHIBIT "A" IN PROVIDING SAID INNOVATIONS, AS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN THEIR RESPECTIVE PROPOSALS, ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS EXHIBIT "B," WITHIN THE REDEVELOPMENT AREA FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025 — 2026 ("PURPOSE"); FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISBURSE THE 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, ALLOCATED FROM SEOPW TAX INCREMENT FUND, "OTHER GRANTS AND AIDS," ACCOUNT NO. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000; FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ANY DOCUMENTS NECESSARY, INCLUDING AMENDMENTS AND EXTENSIONS, ALL IN FORMS ACCEPTABLE TO COUNSEL, FOR THE PURPOSE STATED HEREIN; PROVIDING FOR THE INCORPORATION OF RECITALS AND 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 Community Redevelopment Plan ("Plan"); and WHEREAS, Section 163.340(9), Florida Statutes, defines "redevelopment" as "undertakings, activities, or projects" in a Redevelopment Area "for the elimination and prevention of the development or spread of slums and blight, or for the reduction or prevention of crime"; and WHEREAS, Section 163.340(23), Florida Statutes, defines "[c]ommunity policing innovation[s]" as strategies created to reduce, as well as make aware the perceived risks of engaging in, criminal activity, which includes, but is not limited to, "community mobilization'; and WHEREAS, Section 163.370(2)(o), Florida Statutes, authorizes the SEOPW CRA to develop and implement said strategies for community policing innovations, as defined herein, in accordance with the Plan; and City of Miami Page 1 of 3 File ID: 18341 (Revision:) Printed On: 10/27/2025 File ID: 18341 Enactment Number: CRA-R-25-0063 WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 6, of the Plan, lists "improving the quality of life for residents," as a stated redevelopment goal; and WHEREAS, on July 9, 2025, the SEOPW CRA issued a Request for Proposals ("RFP No. 25- 04"), inviting qualified organizations to propose innovation crime reduction and intervention programming in order to support community policing initiatives and enhance public safety within the Redevelopment Area; and WHEREAS, upon request, the top ranked proposer(s) may receive financial assistance, subject to funding availability, for the implementation of said programming, between October 2025 and September 2026 (i.e., FY 2025-2026), further subject to the execution of a grant agreement; and WHEREAS, on August 12, 2025, the final submission date for RFP No. 25-04, a total of thirteen (13) proposals were received; and WHEREAS, on September 5, 2025, a selection committee consisting of: Ms. Maya Jackson, SEOPW CRA; Mr. Miguel Valentin, SEOPW CRA; and Ms. Danyel Rolle, SEOPW CRA ("Committee"), met at a publicly noticed meeting to discuss and evaluate the proposals; and WHEREAS, the Committee selected eleven (11) entities, as set forth in Exhibit "A," attached and incorporated herein (the "Entities"), as the top ranked proposers to RFP No. 25-04; and WHEREAS, the Entities, as the top ranked proposers, are each eligible to receive funding in FY 2025-2026 for the implementation of their respective programming for innovation crime reduction and intervention within the Redevelopment Area; and WHEREAS, in accordance with RFP No. 25-04, each of the Entities provided budgets and the cost effectiveness of said programming, as more particularly described in their respective proposals, attached and incorporated herein as Exhibit "B"; and WHEREAS, in order to maintain funding eligibility, each will be required to: 1) meet monthly with the City of Miami ("City") Police Department to review progress, coordinate strategies, and ensure alignment with public safety goals; and 2) engage in ongoing community activities in partnership with the City Police Department, including, but not limited to, youth engagement programs, public safety forums, and trust -building initiatives in FY 2025-2026; and WHEREAS, the Executive Director finds that these requirements will strengthen accountability, reinforce community policing principles, and ensure that the SEOPW CRA's community mobilization efforts, pursuant to Section 163.370(2)(o), Florida Statutes, remains responsive to the needs of the Redevelopment Area; and WHEREAS, the Executive Director wishes to allocate funds, in a total amount not to exceed Two Million Four Hundred Fifteen Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($2,415,000.00) ("Funds"), to assist the Entities, which shall be disbursed as a grant, on a reimbursement basis, or directly to vendors upon presentation of invoices and satisfactory documentation without the need for further approval from the Board of Commissioners and within the Executive Director's discretion, and upon the execution of a grant agreement ("Purpose"); and WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners wishes to accept the Committee's recommendation to select the Entities as the top ranked proposers to RFP No. 25-04; and City of Miami Page 2 of 3 File ID: 18341 (Revision:) Printed on: 10/27/2025 File ID: 18341 Enactment Number: CRA-R-25-0063 WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners wishes to authorize the allocation of the Funds from SEOPW Tax Increment Fund, "Other Grants and Aids," Account No. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000 for the Purpose stated herein; and WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners finds that authorizing this Resolution would further the SEOPW CRA redevelopment goals and objectives; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: 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. The Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes the Executive Director to select the Entities as the top ranked proposers to RFP No. 25-04 and award a grant to each of the Entities for the implementation of their respective programming, as more particularly described in Exhibit "B." Section 3. The Executive Director is hereby authorized to disburse the Funds, at his discretion, on a reimbursement basis or directly to vendors, upon the presentation of invoices and satisfactory documentation, subject to the availability of funding, from SEOPW Tax Increment Fund, "Other Grants and Aids," Account No. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000 for the Purpose stated herein. Section 4. The Executive Director is hereby further authorized to negotiate and execute agreements, including any and all necessary documents, all in forms acceptable to Counsel, for said Purpose. Section 5. Each agreement shall include provisions requiring monthly meetings with the City Police Department and mandatory participation in community engagement activities in partnership with local law enforcement. Section 6. 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 the same with the City Clerk. Section 7. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption. APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: ounsel 10/16/2025 City of Miami Page 3 of 3 File ID: 18341 (Revision:) Printed on: 10/27/2025 Exhibit "C" Program Budget 13 2025 - 2026 RFP #25-04 INNOVATION CRIME AND INTERVENTION PROGRAMMING LINE ITEMS DIRECT SERVICE PROVIDERS OPERATION: PROGRAM COORDINATOR ASSISTANT PROGRAM COORDINATOR PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION : PROGRAM / FICO-PR LIABILITY CENTER OPERATION: INSURANCE COMMUNICATION BUSINESS LICENSES FEES OFFICE FURNITURE AND FIXTURES PARTICIPANT SUPPLIES COMPUTER 8 SOFTWARE OFFICE SUPPLIES RENT TOTAL BUDGET $60,000.00 $45,000.00 $40,000.00 $45,000.00 $20,000.00 $00.00 $00.00 $00.00 $00.00 500.00 $00.00 $00.00 $10,000.00 $220,000.00 1490 NW 3RQAvenue, Suite 106 Miami, Florida 33136 Phone: (855) 298-7462 Fax: (888) 689-4811 Email: cwtpPcwtpinc.com Website: www.communityworkprogram.com Pg.6 Exhibit "D" Insurance Requirements 14 INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS COMMUNITY WORKS TRAINING PROGRAM, INC. ("CWTP") I. Commercial General Liability A. Limits of Liability Bodily Injury and Property Damage Liability Each Occurrence $1,000,000 General Aggregate Limit $ 2,000,000 Personal and Adv. Injury $ 1,000,000 Products/Completed Operations $ 1,000,000 B. Endorsements Required City of Miami & SEOPW CRA listed as additional insured Contingent & Contractual Liability Premises and Operations Liability Primary Insurance Clause Endorsement II. Business Automobile Liability A. Limits of Liability Bodily Injury and Property Damage Liability Combined Single Limit Owned/Scheduled Autos Including Hired, Borrowed or Non -Owned Autos Any One Accident $ 300,000 B. Endorsements Required City of Miami & SEOPW CRA listed as an additional insured Letter will be accepted in no auto exposure is anticipated III. Worker's Compensation Limits of Liability Statutory -State of Florida Waiver of Subrogation Employer's Liability A. Limits of Liability $100,000 for bodily injury caused by an accident, each accident $100,000 for bodily injury caused by disease, each employee $500,000 for bodily injury caused by disease, policy limit IV. Professional/E&O Liability (IF APPLICABLE) Each Claim $1,000,000 Policy Aggregate $1,000,000 Retroactive date included The above policies shall provide the City of Miami with written notice of cancellation or material change from the insurer in accordance to policy provisions. Companies authorized to do business in the State of Florida, with the following qualifications, shall issue all insurance policies required above: The company must be rated no less than "A-" as to management, and no less than "Class V" as to Financial Strength, by the latest edition of Best's Insurance Guide, published by A.M. Best Company, Oldwick, New Jersey, or its equivalent. All policies and /or certificates of insurance are subject to review and verification by Risk Management prior to insurance approval. Attachment A Anti -Human Trafficking Affidavit 15 ATTACHMENT A - ANTI -HUMAN TRAFFICKING AFFIDAVIT 1. The undersigned affirms, certifies, attests, and stipulates as follows: The entity/individual is a nongovernmental entity authorized to transact business in the State of Florida (hereinafter, "nongovernmental entity"). 2. The nongovernmental entity is either executing, renewing, or extending a contract (including, but not Limited to, any amendments, as applicable) with the SEOPW CRA or one of its agencies, authorities, boards, trusts, or other SEOPW CRA entity which constitutes a governmental entity as defined in Section 287.138(1), Florida Statutes (2024). c. The nongovernmental entity is not in violation of Section 787.06, Florida Statutes (2024), titled "Human Trafficking." 3. The nongovernmental entity does not use "coercion" for labor or services as defined in Section 787.06, Florida Statutes (2024). 4. I have read and understand the foregoing Anti -Human Trafficking Affidavit and that the facts, statements and representations provided in Section 1 are true and correct. 5. I am an officer, a representative, or individual of the nongovernmental entity authorized to execute this Anti -Human Trafficking Affidavit. Under penalties of perjury, pursuant to Section 92.525, Florida Statutes, I declare the following: FURTHER AFFIANT SAYETH NAUGHT. Nongovernmental Entity/Individual: bepi jy,,/i��o��-,n,,� c- Name: L/v16b.n. UitsN,.v cx) S2 Title: rlts/v h.4 S=e-co-e-h Signature: Office Address: / 5/ fa Atq-� /U 6, r F'- C. Email Address: eanreetaii9)).-4.6p.Main Phone Number: 3 °S - VV3 CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY (IF CORPORATION OR LLC) I HERE»Y SCC RTIFY that at a meeting of the Board of Directors of d)n.•+,.-•2. C/ iihria m,f015 r r.,, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of re -on.., rm- held on these. day of ✓t�`J , 20,tIa resolution was duly passed and adopted authorizing (Name) LG'inw•.� tars ,w Pelet (Title) s o re¢ of the corporation to execute agreements on behalf of the corporation and providing that their execution thereof, attested by the secretary of the corporation, shall be the official act and deed of the corporation. I further certify that said resolution remains in full force and effect. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this Lotday of -nr✓+srisy , 20 2-4, Secretary: Print: ein i+ cs.FL La r(4.-13 CA, NOTARIZATION STATE OF FT10r/iciet_ ) ) SS: COUNTY OF /V1 t (l [ -- )c -) THE FOREGOING INSTRUMENT was acknowledged before me by means of ['4 physical presence or [ ] 106 Eiltan.0 e-L online notarization on this /4 day of ,givt kal y , 2026, byjJo(,,i,tra , on behalf of said entity, who is ( ) personally known to me or ( ) has produced the following identification SIGNATURE OF NOTARY PUBLIC STATE OF FLORIDA COMMISSION EXPIRES PRINTED, STAMPED OR TYPED NAME OF NOTARY PUBLIC d�e:,. ANDREA VENICE SMITH � . Notary-Publie---State-of-Florida— ii Commission # NH 290869 ..... My Comm. Expires Nov 15, 2026 ..,. Bonded through National Notary Assn. CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY (IF PARTNERSHIP) I HEREBY CERTIFY that at a meeting of the Board of Directors of , a partnership organized and existing under the laws of the State of , held on the day of , 20_, a resolution was duly passed and adopted authorizing (Name) as (Title) of the partnership to execute agreements on behalf of the partnership and provides that their execution thereof, attested by a partner, shall be the official act and deed of the partnership. I further certify that said partnership agreement remains in full force and effect. Partner: Print: IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this , day of , 20 Names and addresses of partners: Name Street Address City State Zip NOTARIZATION STATE OF ) ) SS: COUNTY OF ) THE FOREGOING INSTRUMENT was acknowledged before me by means of [ ] physical presence or [ ] online notarization on this day of , 2025, by as , on behalf of said entity, who is ( ) personally known to me or ( ) has produced the following identification SIGNATURE OF NOTARY PUBLIC STATE OF FLORIDA COMMISSION EXPIRES CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY (IF JOINT VENTURE) Joint ventures must submit a joint venture agreement indicating that the person signing this Agreement is authorized to sign documents on behalf of the joint venture. If there is no joint venture agreement, each member of the joint venture must sign this Agreement and submit the appropriate Certificate of Authority (corporate, partnership, or individual). NOTARIZATION STATE OF ) ) SS: COUNTY OF ) THE FOREGOING INSTRUMENT was acknowledged before me by means of [ ] physical presence or [ ] online notarization on this day of , 2025, by as , on behalf of said entity, who is ( ) personally known to me or ( ) has produced the following identification SIGNATURE OF NOTARY PUBLIC STAI'L OF FLORIDA COMMISSION EXPIRES CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY (IF INDIVIDUAL) I HEREBY CERTIFY that, I (Name) , individually and doing business as (d/b/a) (If Applicable) have executed and am bound by the terms of the Agreement to which this attestation is attached. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this _ day of , 20_ Signed: Print: NOTARIZATION STATE OF ) ) SS: COUNTY OF ) THE FOREGOING INSTRUMENT was acknowledged before me by means of [ ] physical presence or [ ] online notarization on this day of , 2025, by as , on behalf of said entity, who is ( ) personally known to me or ( ) has produced the following identification SIGNATURE OF NOTARY PUBLIC STATE OF FLORIDA COMMISSION EXPIRES a tR'''